Replacing The Hard Drive - HP Presario CQ32-100 - Notebook PC User Manual

Replacing the hard drive

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.
To remove the hard drive:
1. Save your work.
2. Shut down the computer and close the display.
3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
6. Remove the battery from the computer.
7. Loosen the memory module compartment screw (1), and lift the memory module compartment
cover (2) away from the computer.
NOTE:
drive cover due to the location of the hard drive cover screw.
8. With the hard drive bay toward you, loosen the hard drive cover screw (1).
To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
The memory module compartment cover must be removed prior to removing the hard
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