6.
Remove the bottom cover (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the bottom cover.
Hard drive
NOTE:
The hard drive spare kit does not include the hard drive bracket or screws. The hard drive bracket and
screws are included in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 809858-001.
Description
Spare part number
500-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm
778186-005
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
).
5.
Remove the bottom cover (see
Remove the hard drive:
1.
Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×5.8 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the base enclosure.
2.
Slide the hard drive (2) forward until it disconnects from the system board.
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