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NOTE: Each hard drive spare part kit and solid state drive spare part kit includes a bracket and
screws.
Description Spare part number
Hard drive, 160 GB, 5400 RPM 594809-001
Hard drive mounting kit 537641-001
Solid state drive, 16 GB 608396-001
Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 36).
5. If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
SIM on page 37).
6. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 40).
To remove the hard drive or the solid state drive:
1. Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×10.0 captive screw (1), and remove the 2 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws
(2) that secure the assembly to the computer.
2. Use the Mylar tab to slide the assembly to the left (3) to disconnect it, and remove the
assembly (4).
Continue with one of the following sections for hard drive or solid-state drive replacement.
44 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures