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 base enclosure (see Base enclosure on page 20), and then remove the following
components:
a. Battery (see Battery on page 22).
b. Optical drive dummy (see Optical drive dummy on page 22).
Remove the hard drive:
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Gently pull the hard drive horizontally (1), and then remove it (2).
Reverse this procedure to install the hard drive.
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