HP (Hewlett-Packard) CQ50 Laptop User Manual


 
Hard drive
NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket and hard drive connector. The hard
drive bracket and hard drive connector, as well as the hard drive bracket screws, are also available in
the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 485037-001.
Description Spare part number
For models equipped with AMD processors:
250-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 485036-001
200-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 490829-001
160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 485035-001
120-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 485034-001
For models equipped with Intel processors:
250-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 485036-002
160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 485035-002
120-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 485034-002
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 40).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the
computer.
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