Gateway p-79 Replacing the hard drive, Complete the steps in “Preparing the notebook” on page

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Replacing the hard drive

Tools you need to complete this task:

Phillips #0 screwdriver

Screws removed during this task:

• 1 chrome M3x3 (Hard drive bracket)

To replace the hard drive:

1Complete the steps in “Preparing the notebook” on page 57.

2Loosen the hard drive bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed).

3Use the thumb notch to lift the hard drive bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch.

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