Compaq CQ20 Laptop User Manual


 
Removal and replacement procedures
Maintenance and Service Guide 4–9
4. Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×10.0 captive screw 1 that secures the hard drive to the computer.
5. Grasp the Mylar tab 2 on the hard drive and slide the hard drive 3 away from the hard drive connector.
6. Remove the hard drive 4 from the hard drive bay.
7. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive bracket
a. Remove the two Phillips PM3.0×3.0 hard drive bracket screws 1 from each side of the hard drive.
b. Lift the bracket 2 straight up to remove it from the hard drive.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.