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4–10 Maintenance and Service Guide
Removal and replacement procedures
Hard drive
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The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket.
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 4-7).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Loosen the four Phillips PM2.5×5.5 captive screws 1 that secure the hard drive cover to the base enclosure.
2. Lift the right side of the cover 2, swing it up and to the left, and then remove the cover. The hard drive cover is
included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 531517-001.
Description Spare part number
500 GB, 5400 rpm 577086-001
320 GB, 7200 rpm 575599-001
320 GB, 5400 rpm 577084-001
250 GB, 7200 rpm 575598-001
250 GB, 5400 rpm 577082-001
160 GB, 7200 rpm 580528-001
160 GB, 5400 rpm 577080-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and screws) 531204-001