Replacing or upgrading 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 Suspend 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.
Removing the hard drive
1.
Save your work and shut down the computer.
2.
Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Remove the battery. (See
4.
Remove the service door. (See
5.
Remove the four hard drive screws (1) from the hard drive.
NOTE:
To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Inserting or removing the battery on page
Instructions for removing the hard drive are also imprinted on the service door.
Removing or replacing the service door on page
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Replacing or upgrading the hard drive
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