Hard drive

NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket or screws.

Description

Spare part number

 

 

750-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5-mm

633252-001

 

 

500-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5-mm SED

683801-001

 

 

500-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5-mm

634925-001

 

 

320-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5-mm

634862-001

 

 

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

642774-001

 

 

Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:

1.Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.

3.Disconnect all external devices from the computer.

4.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 57).

5.Remove the service cover (see Service cover on page 59).

6.Remove the Smart Card reader (see Smart Card reader on page 60).

Remove the hard drive:

1.Loosen the three Phillips screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.

2.Use the hard drive tab (2) to slide the hard drive to the right to disconnect it from the system board.

Component replacement procedures

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