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Introduction |
| If the hard drive in your system failed or you just want to replace the drive with a larger drive or an SSD, this guide will show you how to access the hard drive for replacement. | | ++'''***Guide notes'''*** ++ | | * '''***''Sort your screws. Multiple lengths are used and there are lot to sort.'''''***
** '''***''Hard drive replacement is unnecessarily complicated on this laptop and requires partial disassembly.'''''***
** '''***''If you are unsure you can do this repair, have it done by a professional.'''''***
* '''***''If you are unsure if you can do this repair, read the entire guide before opening the laptop.'''''***
* '''***This laptop accepts 7mm and 9.5mm drives. Use the 9.5mm bumpers on both drive thicknesses if this is what your system shipped with.'''***
** '''***If your system shipped with a 7mm drive and you are installing a 9.5mm drive, you may need to purchase replacement drive bumpers.'''***
* '''***''Test the computer partially disassembled BEFORE reassembly.'''''*** Complete disassembly is required to correct any issues.
Note: This guide is incomplete and contains only vague instructions about removing the palmrest from the chassis. It is likely you will not be able to complete this guide without that information, which is not available from any source.
Good Luck! |
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