HP DM3 manual Hard drive

Hard drive

NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket, hard drive connector, and Mylar cover.

Description	Spare part number
250GB,7200RPM	580680-001
320GB,7200RPM	600827-001
500GB,7200RPM	600828-001
640GB,5400RPM	605631-001
160GB,INTERNAL, 7200RPM	581181-001
128GB, SSD	600829-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and hard drive screws)	611218-001

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 36).

Remove the hard drive:

1.Position the computer with the front toward you.

2.Loosen the three Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screws that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.

38 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures