HP (Hewlett-Packard) dv9700 Personal Computer User Manual


 
Hard drive
NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket.
Description Spare part number
250-GB, 5400-rpm 453775-001
200-GB, 4200-rpm 441424-001
200-GB, 4200-rpm 449933-001
160-GB, 5400-rpm 438485-001
120-GB, 5400-rpm 446498-001
100-GB, 7200-rpm 453197-001
80-GB, 5400-rpm 446497-001
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 47).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×8.0 captive screws (1) that secure each hard drive cover to the
computer.
3. Lift the right side of the hard drive cover (2), swing it to left, and then remove the cover. The hard
drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 432981-001.
52 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures