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Hard drive

NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket.

Description Spare part number

250-GB, 5400-rpm 453775-001

200-GB, 4200-rpm 451863-001

160-GB, 5400-rpm 451862-001

120-GB, 5400-rpm 446498-001

80-GB, 5400-rpm 446497-001

60-GB, 5400-rpm 446496-001

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 41).

Remove the hard drive:

1. Position the computer with the front toward you.

2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.

3. Lift the right side of the hard drive cover (2), swing it to left, and remove the cover. The hard drive

cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 438368-001.

46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures

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