HP CQ40-408AU, CQ40-416TU, CQ40-417TU, CQ40-404AX, CQ40-421AX, CQ40-409TU manual Hard drive

Hard drive

NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket.

Description	Spare part number
160 GB, 5400 rpm	532337-001
250 GB, 5400 rpm	532338-001
320 GB, 5400 rpm	532339-001
500 GB, 5400 rpm	532340-001

Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:

1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

4.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 34).

Remove the hard drive:

1.Position the computer with the front toward you.

2.Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.

3.Lift the left side (2) of the hard drive cover, swing it to the right, and remove the cover (3). The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 486862-001.

4.Remove the three Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.

36 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures