Removing A Drive - HP Omen X Hardware Reference Manual

Removing a drive

IMPORTANT:
can transfer the data to the new hard drive.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly
2. Pull up on the right side of the hard drive door, and then rotate the door to the left. Note that the door
remains connected to the case.
3. Slide the drive cage latch to the left (1), and then use the pull tab to pull the drive cage out of the case
(2).
4. To remove a drive from the drive cage:
a. 3.5-inch hard drive: Remove the four mounting screws (1) from the sides of the cage, and then lift
the drive out of the cage (2).
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Before you remove a hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the hard drive so that you
(Preparing for disassembly on page 8).