HP (Hewlett-Packard) G7 Laptop User Manual


 
Hard drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive connector cable, isolators, or
shield. The hard drive connector cable, isolators, and shield are included in the Hard Drive Hardware
Kit, spare part number 639444-001. The hard drive connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare
part number 640206-001.
Description Spare part number
For use with all computer models:
750-GB, 5400-rpm 644351-001
640-GB, 5400-rpm 637312-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm 644685-001
320-GB, 7200-rpm 645089-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm 645086-001
250-GB, 7200-rpm 645091-001
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).
5. Remove the service cover (see
Optical drive on page 49).
Remove the hard drive:
1.
Disconnect the hard drive connector cable (1) from the system board.
Component replacement procedures
51