Hard drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket.
Description Spare part number
1-GB, 5400-rpm, 2.5-in 676521-001
750-GB, 5400-rpm, 2.5-in 644351-001
500-GB, 5400-rpm, 2.5-in 669299-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm, 2.5-in 634953-001
Hard drive bracket 749648-001
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 33).
5. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 39).
6. Remove the top cover (see
Top cover on page 42).
To remove the hard drive:
1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
2. Slide the hard drive to disengage it from the connector (2).
48 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures