Removal and replacement procedures
Maintenance and Service Guide 4–9
Hard drive
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The hard drive hardware spare part kit, 580683-001, includes a hard drive connector and hard drive bracket.
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 4-6).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5x5.0 captive screws 1 that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.
3. Lift the right side 2 of the hard drive cover to detach it from the computer. The hard drive cover is included in
the Plastics Kit, spare part number 580691-001.
Description Spare part number
128-GB SSD (AMD systems) 581182-001
160-GB SSD (Intel systems) 582077-001
Hard drive hardware kit 580683-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 580682-001
500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 580679-001
320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 580681-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 580678-001
250-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 580680-001
250-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 580677-001
160-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 581181-001
160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 581181-001