HP C703LA, C721TU, C725BR, C718TU, C720BR, C717TU, C717NR, C713NR, C715NR, C710TU, C712NR, C750T Hard drive

Hard drive

NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket.

Description	Spare part number
160-GB, 5400-rpm	454925-001
120-GB, 5400-rpm	454924-001
80-GB, 5400-rpm	454923-001

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 40).

Remove the hard drive:

1. Position the computer with the front toward you.

2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive bay cover to the computer.

3. Lift the left side of the hard drive bay cover (2), swing it up and to the right, and remove the cover. The hard drive bay cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 454937-001.

4. Use the Mylar tab (1) to slide the hard drive (2) to the left until it disconnects from the system board.

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