Before removing the hard drive, 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 41
).
5.
Remove the service door (see
Service door on page 42
).
Remove the hard drive:
1.
Disconnect the hard drive cable
(1)
from the computer.
2.
Lift the hard drive
(2)
to remove.
3.
Disconnect the hard drive cable
(1)
. Remove the front bumper
(2)
and back bumper
(3)
.
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