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 59).
5. Remove the service cover (see
Optical drive on page 60).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Disconnect the hard drive connector cable (1) from the system board.
2. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws (2) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
3. Use the Mylar tab built into the hard drive bracket to lift and remove the hard drive (3) from
the computer.
4. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive connector cable or hard drive bracket:
a. Remove the four Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive bracket to the
hard drive.
b. Remove the hard drive bracket (2) from the hard drive.
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