Mass storage devices

NOTE: Each hard drive spare part kit and solid-state drive spare part kit includes an FPC cable and bracket.

Description

Spare part number

 

 

60-GB, 4200-rpm hard drive

504601-001

 

 

8-GB solid-state drive

507313-001

 

 

16-GB solid-state drive

507314-001

 

 

Before removing the hard drive or solid-state drive, follow these steps:

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

2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the device.

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

4.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 30).

5.Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 33).

To remove the hard drive:

1.Release the ZIF connector (1) to which the USB board pass-through cable is attached. The cable lies across the top of the hard drive.

2.Disconnect the USB board pass-through cable (2), and then detach the tape from the top of the hard drive.

3.Release the low insertion force (LIF) connector (1) to which the hard drive cable is attached, and then disconnect the cable (2).

4.Remove the two silver Phillips PM2.0×6.0 screws (3) that secure the drive to the device.

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