Compaq CQ71 Laptop User Manual


 
Hard drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket.
Description Spare part number
500-GB, 5400-rpm 534129-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm 513769-001
250-GB, 5400-rpm 513768-001
160-GB, 5400-rpm 513767-001
Hard Drive Harware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and screws) 513771-001
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 47).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Loosen the 4 Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the
computer.
2. Lift the left side of the cover (2), swing it up and to the right, and remove the cover. The hard drive
cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 531859-001.
3. Loosen the 2 Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
56 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures