Compaq G42 Laptop User Manual


 
Hard drive
NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket.
Description Spare part number
750-GB 5400 RPM (for model 1.3 only) 634250-001
640-GB 5400 RPM (for models 1.1 and 1.2 only) 603785-001
500-GB 7200 RPM 608218-001
320-GB 7200 RPM 600169-001
250-GB 7200 RPM 575598-001
160-GB 7200 RPM (for models 1.0, 1.1 and 1.2 only) 600167-001
Hard drive hardware kit (includes screws and hard drive bracket) 513771-001
Hard drive cable/adaptor (included in the cable kit) 610791–001
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 52).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.
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