HP CQ61z-300, CQ61-313AX, CQ61-312SL Hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket

Removal and replacement procedures

Hard drive

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

Description	Spare part number
500 GB, 5400 rpm	577086-001
320 GB, 7200 rpm	575599-001
320 GB, 5400 rpm	577084-001
250 GB, 7200 rpm	575598-001
250 GB, 5400 rpm	577082-001
160 GB, 7200 rpm	580528-001
160 GB, 5400 rpm	577080-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and screws)	531204-001

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 4-7).

Remove the hard drive:

1.Loosen the four Phillips PM2.5×5.5 captive screws 1 that secure the hard drive cover to the base enclosure.

2.Lift the right side of the cover 2, swing it up and to the left, and then remove the cover. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 531517-001.

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