Replacing The Hard Drive In The Hard Drive Bay - HP EliteBook 2740p User Manual

Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay

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 Standby, or in Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by sliding the
power switch to the right. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
To remove a hard drive:
1. Save your work.
2. Shut down the computer and close the display.
3. Disconnect all external hardware devices connected to the computer.
4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the hard drive bay toward you.
6. Remove the battery from the computer.
7. Loosen the 3 hard drive cover screws (1).
8. Remove the hard drive cover (2).
9. Remove the 2 hard drive bracket screws (1).
To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
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