Removal and replacement procedures

Hard drive

✎The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive connector and hard drive bracket.

Description

Spare part number

 

 

500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive

573738-001

 

 

500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

530797-001

 

 

320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive

572085-001

 

 

320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

530796-001

 

 

250-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive

572084-001

 

 

250-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

530795-001

 

 

160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

530794-001

 

 

Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive connector, hard drive bracket, and screws)

534990-001

 

 

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 6).Remove the hard drive:1.Position the computer with the front toward you.

2.Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws 1 that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.

3.Lift the left side of the hard drive cover 2 to detach it from the computer.

4.Remove the hard drive cover 3. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 531808-001.

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