Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for disassembly on page 17
2.
Remove the access panel (
)
3.
Install four black-and-blue M3 mounting screws (two on each side of the drive).
NOTE:
M3 metric mounting screws can be purchased from HP.
When replacing a drive, transfer the four mounting screws from the old drive to the new drive.
4.
Align the front mounting screws on the drive with the J-slots on the sides of the drive bay. Press the
front of the drive into the drive bay, and then slide the drive forward (1). Then press the rear of the drive
down into the drive bay (2) so that the drive is secured in place.
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