Removing And Replacing A Hard Disk Drive - HP HPTouchSmart610 Upgrading And Servicing Manual

610
HP TouchSmart PC
Before You Begin
Observe the following requirements before removing and
replacing the hard disk drive.
IMPORTANT: A hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to shock
impact. Do not bang or drop it. Do not touch the circuit board.
Static electricity can damage the drive.
WARNING:
Never open the cover with the power

applied. You might damage your
computer or be injured by the spinning
fan blades.
Avoid touching sharp edges inside the

computer.
Keep your hands away from the moving

fan.
Keep fingers and tools clear of the fan

when the power is applied.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the
electronic components inside the computer. Discharge
static electricity by touching the metal cage of the
computer before touching any internal parts or
electronic components.

Removing and replacing a Hard Disk Drive

Computer features may vary by model.
Tools Needed
Flathead/Torx screwdriver #15

Small screws are easily lost. Remove screws over a surface that
allows you to retrieve them if they fall.