Replacing The Internal Hard Drive - HP Notebook Series Hardware And Software Manual

Replacing the Internal Hard Drive

The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the internal hard drive.
Remove the internal hard drive only for repair or replacement.
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CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work, do not
begin this procedure until you have
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Saved your work, closed all open applications, and shut down
the notebook.
■
Disconnected the notebook from external power and removed the
battery pack.
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Back up the data on your hard drive if desired. For back up
information and instructions, select Start > Help and
Support.
3. Shut down the notebook and close the display.
4. Disconnect the notebook from external power.
5. Turn the notebook upside down.
6. Remove the battery pack.
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