1040 Hard disk drive
Attention

v Do not drop the hard disk drive or apply any

physical shock to it. The hard disk drive is

sensitive to physical shock. Improper handling
can cause damage and permanent loss of data.
v Before removing the drive, have the user make a
backup copy of all the information on it if
possible.
v Never remove the drive while the system is

operating or is in suspend mode.

For access, remove this FRU:
v “1010 Battery pack (14.1-in. LCD models)” on page 72
v “1020 Battery pack (15.0-in. LCD models)” on page 74
1
Note: The hard disk is attached to the cover.
Step Screw (quantity)
1 HDD screw (1) or security screw (1)
Note: Use a 2.5-mm Allen wrench to remove the security screw.
(continued)
Removing and replacing a FRU
76 MT 1871/1872/1873/1874/1875/1876