2. Lift the right side (2) of the primary hard drive cover, and then remove the cover (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the primary hard drive cover.
Secondary hard drive cover
Description Spare part number
Secondary hard drive cover 518164-001
Before removing the secondary hard drive cover, 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 43).
5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see
Primary hard drive cover on page 45).
Remove the secondary hard drive cover:
1. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the secondary hard drive cover
to the computer.
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