Hard drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket or cable.
Description Spare part number
Hard drives:
2-TB, 5400-rpm 912487-855
1-TB, 5400-rpm 766644-005
Hard drive bracket 926877-001
Hard drive cable 926874-001
Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is o 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 rst unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 35).
5. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 37).
To remove the hard drive:
1. Disconnect the hard drive connector cable from the system board (1).
2. Use the tab on the bracket at the front of the hard drive to lift the drive (2).
3. Remove the hard drive from the computer (3).
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