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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

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Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You'll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter if you're using one, and remove the battery. 2. Turn the unit bottom side up. 3. Use a pointed tool to remove the plug from the center screw hole, and then remove the three screws. 4. Gently pull the hard drive out of the computer. Important 5. Gently slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make sure the connector seats properly. 6. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plug. If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software. See "To recover the factory installation of your hard disk" on page 122. 92 Reference Guide

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Add-On Devices
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
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Reference Guide
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
To replace the hard disk drive
You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
1.
Unplug the AC adapter if you’re using one, and remove the battery.
2.
Turn the unit bottom side up.
3.
Use a pointed tool to remove the plug from the center screw hole, and then remove
the three screws.
4.
Gently pull the hard drive out of the computer.
5.
Gently slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make sure
the connector seats properly.
6.
Reinstall the hard drive screws and plug.
Important
If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Utility partition on the
drive before loading any software. See “To recover the factory installation of your hard
disk” on page 122.