1040 Hard disk drive (HDD) and solid state drive (SSD)
For access, remove this FRU:
• “1010 Battery pack” on page 63
Attention:
• Do not drop the drive or apply any physical shock to it. The drive is sensitive to physical shock. Improper
handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data.
• Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of all the information on it if possible.
• Never remove the drive while the system is operating or is in suspend mode.
Removal steps of hard disk drive and solid state drive
Note: Loosen the screw 1 , but do not remove it.
4
4
2
1
Step Screw (quantity) Color
Torque
1
Capture screw (1)
Black 0.181 Nm
(1.85 kgfcm)
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