b
optical drive
c
keyboard
d
base cover
3
To remove the hard drive assembly:
a
Disconnect the hard drive cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Remove the screws that secure the hard drive assembly to the computer [2].
c Lift the hard drive assembly away from the computer [3].
Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bracket
1
Follow the procedure in
2
Remove the:
a
battery
b
optical drive
c
keyboard
d
base cover
e
hard drive assembly
3
To remove the hard drive from the hard drive assembly:
a
Pull the hard drive cable connector to remove it from the hard drive [1].
b Remove the screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive [2].
c Lift the hard drive from the hard drive bracket [3].
Before working inside your
computer.
Removing and installing components
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