Replacing Or Upgrading The Hard Drive; Removing The Hard Drive - HP Envy 14-2100 Getting Started

Replacing or upgrading the hard drive

The hard drive is located inside the battery bay.
NOTE:
CAUTION:
Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard
drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in the
Sleep state, or in Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the
computer through the operating system.

Removing the hard drive

1. Save your work and shut down the computer.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
4. Remove the battery cover and battery.
NOTE:
refer to
5. Remove the hard drive screws (1).
To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
For instructions on removing the battery cover and battery,
Removing the battery on page 32.
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive
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