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 55).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive bay cover to the
computer.
3. Lift the left side of the hard drive bay cover (2), swing it to right, and remove the cover (3). The hard
drive bay cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 486833-001.
4. Remove the three black Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
5. Use the Mylar tab (2) to slide the hard drive away from the hard drive connector (3).
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