Hardware Components
Hardware and Software Guide
5–5
Replacing the Hard Drive
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CAUTION:
To prevent system lockup and loss of information:
■
Shut down the notebook before removing the hard drive from the
hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the notebook is
on, in standby, or in hibernation.
■
If you are not sure whether the notebook is off or in hibernation,
turn the notebook on by pressing the power button. Then shut down
the notebook through the operating system.
Remove the hard drive only after the notebook is properly
shut down.
To remove the hard drive:
1. Save your work.
2. Shut down the notebook and close the display.
3. Turn the notebook upside down with the battery facing you.
4. Loosen the 2 hard drive screws
1
.
5. Lift the hard drive cover away from the notebook
2
.
