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Acer Aspire 5515 Hard Drive Replacement

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This guide will show you how to replace the HDD/SSD in your Aspire 5515 laptop.

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  1. Acer Aspire 5515 Hard Drive Replacement, Preparation: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Although not required, it is recommended that you format the new drive before putting it in the laptop.

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    • Be sure to have a USB Drive or DVD with your preferred OS on it, so you can reinstall your OS after installing the new drive.

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    • Shut down the computer.

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    • Unplug the laptop.

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    • Close the laptop's lid and flip it over.

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    • Pull back on the battery removal tab.

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    • Remove the battery.

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  9. Acer Aspire 5515 Hard Drive Replacement, Hard drive: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Remove the 2 screws from the hard drive panel.

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    • Remove the hard drive panel.

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    • Disconnect the hard drive by pulling it back.

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    • Use the black hard drive removal tab to remove the hard drive.

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    • Remove the 4 screws from the hard drive enclosure.

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    • Remove the hard drive from it's enclosure.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Remember to reinstall your operating system after putting in a new drive!

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