Hard drive/SSD drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket, connector, or screws.
The solid-state drive spare part kit includes the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, which includes the bracket,
connector, and screws..
Description Spare part number
Hard drive (does not include hard drive bracket or screws):
500-GB, 7200-rpm, 7-mm, SED 703268-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm, 7-mm 703267-001
Solid-state drive (includes bracket, connector, and screws):
256-GB, SATA III, self-encrypting drive (SED) 769716-001
240-GB, SATA III 769715-001
180-GB, SATA III 769714-001
128-GB, SATA III 769713-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket, connector, and screws) 702870-001
Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:
1. Turn o 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 29).
5. Remove the hard drive cover (see Hard drive cover on page 32).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Loosen the 4 captive hard drive screws (1) that secure the drive to the computer.
2. Pull the hard drive tab (2) upward to disconnect the hard drive.
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