4. Reinstall the screws for the palm rest.

5.Reinstall the keyboard. For more information about how to remove the keyboard, refer to Replacing the keyboard.

6.Reinstall the battery. For more information, refer to Replacing the battery.

7.Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on.

Replacing the hard disk drive

Before you start, print these instructions.

You can replace the hard disk drive with a new one which can be purchased from your Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative. To replace the hard disk drive, read the following prerequisites.

Note: Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and slot of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping.

Prerequisites for the procedure

When replacing the drive, be sure to follow the precautions.

Attention: When you are handling a hard disk drive:

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