Hard drive
NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket.
Description Spare part number
1-TB, 5400-rpm, 2.5-inch 778192-005
750 GB, 5400 rpm, 2.5 inch 778190-005
500-GB, 5400-rpm, 7-mm 778186-005
Hard drive bracket 749648-001
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 41).
5. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 45).
6. Remove the top cover (see
Top cover on page 53).
To remove the hard drive:
1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
2. Slide the hard drive to disengage it from the connector (2).
3. Lift the hard drive from the computer (3).
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