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Hard drive
NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket.
Description Spare part number
160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 457014-001
120-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 457013-001
80-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 457012-001
Before disassembling the computer, 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 37 ).
Remove the hard drive:
1
. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2
. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive bay cover to the
computer.
3
. Lift the right side of the hard drive bay cover (2) , swing it to left, and remove the cover. The hard
drive bay cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 456614-001.
4
.
Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screw
(1)
that secures the hard drive to the computer.
5
. Grasp the Mylar tab (2) on the hard drive and slide the hard drive (3) to the left to disconnect it
from the system board.
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Removal and replacement procedures