HP X1027AP, X1026AP, X1023AP f. Remove the hard drive shield 2 and connector 3 from the hard drive

Removal and Replacement Procedures

ÄCAUTION: The hard drive cover should be removed only if it is damaged and must be replaced. Unnecessarily removing the cover can result in damage to the cover and hard drive and loss of information.

e.Remove the four PM2.5×3.5 screws 1 that secure the hard drive to the hard drive cover and shield.

f.Remove the hard drive shield 2 and connector 3 from the hard drive.

g.Separate the hard drive from the hard drive cover 4.

Removing the Hard Drive from the Hard Drive Cover

✎The hard drive cover, shield, and connector are included with the hard drive and also in the Miscellaneous Plastics Kits, spare part number 350130-001 for HP Pavilion zt3000 models, spare part number 338133-001 for HP Compaq nx7000 models, and spare part number 337009-001 for Compaq Presario X1000 models.

Reverse the above procedure to install the hard drive.

Maintenance and Service Guide 5–7