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Hard drives store most of the information on a computer. The hard drive of a computer must be replaced if the computer crashes. Hard drive replacement is an important skill for desktop PC users.
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Remove the two Phillips #2 head 5mm screws from the back side of the computer case. You only need to remove the screws that hold down the panel.
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Next, remove the side panel of the computer case to allow access into the computer. Slide the panel towards the back of the computer and lift it up to remove.
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Remove two Phillips #2 head 5mm screws from the back side of the computer case.
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Next, remove the side panel of the computer case to allow access into the computer.
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Remove two Phillips #2 head 5mm screws holding the hard drive in place.
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Remove two Phillips #2 head 5mm screws holding in the other side of the hard drive.
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Slide the hard drive out from the metal casing.
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Remove the cables from the back of the hard drive.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Footnote: the processing of removing a drive from your system may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer of your system, or if you built it yourself; the manufacturer of the case.