4 Replacement Procedures 4.5 HDD
4.5 HDD
CAUTION: When handling the HDD, do not press the top surface as shown by the arrow.
Hold it by the sides.
Removing the HDD
To remove the HDD, follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-4 and 4-5.
1. Turn the computer upside down.
2. Loosen the screw (with an e-ring) and remove the HDD cover while releasing latches.
3. Pull the tab of the HDD assembly to remove it from the connector of the HDD cable.
Be careful not to damage the connector.
HDD cover
Screw (e-ring)
HDD assembly
Tab
Figure 4-4 Removing the HDD cover
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