Hard drive
Description Spare part number
500-GB, 5400-rpm 497515-001
400-GB, 5400-rpm 500141-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm 463643-003
250-GB, 5400-rpm 457061-003
160-GB, 5400-rpm 441128-003
120-GB, 5400-rpm 441127-003
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket, hard drive connector, and hard drive
screws)
497744-001
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 cord.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 39).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the
computer.
3. Lift the left side of the hard drive cover (2) and swing it to right.
4. Remove the hard drive cover.
NOTE: The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 487926-001.
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