Hard drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket or screws. These components
are included in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 848231-001.
Description Spare part number
Hard drive or solid-state drive
1-TB, solid-state drive 924027-001
1-TB, 5400-rpm, 762990-002
500-GB, 5400-rpm, hybrid 8 GB 732000-002
500-GB, 7200-rpm 703267-002
500-GB, 5400-rpm, FIPS 820572-002
500-GB, 7200-rpm, self-encrypting 820573-002
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 bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 36).
5. Disconnect the battery (see Battery on page 37).
6. Remove the smart card reader (see Smart card reader on page 45).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Disconnect the hard drive cable from the system board (1).
46 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts