Hard drive

✎The hard drive spare part kit includes a left and right bracket, Mylar sleeve, connector, and four isolators.

Description

Spare part number

 

 

500-GB, 5400-rpm

501911-001

 

 

400-GB, 5400-rpm

501912-001

 

 

320-GB, 7200-rpm

507553-001

 

 

320-GB, 5400-rpm

503485-001

 

 

250-GB, 7200-rpm

507552-001

 

 

250-GB, 5400-rpm

503484-001

 

 

160-GB, 7200-rpm

503486-001

 

 

160-GB, 5400-rpm

503393-001

 

 

80-GB, 5400-rpm

500607-001

 

 

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 4-8).

Remove the hard drive:

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

2.Lift the rear edge of the hard drive cover 2, swing it up and forward, and then remove the cover 3. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 496888-001.

Removal and replacement procedures

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