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iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2544 Hard Drive Replacement

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Prereq only for removing the logic board, fan and power supply are out.

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    • Lift the hard drive from the edge nearest the logic board and pull it slightly out of its recess.

    • The hard drive is attached by two cables, do not attempt to fully remove it from the iMac.

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    • Disconnect the SATA power cable.

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    • Unplug the SATA data cable from the hard drive.

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    • Remove the hard drive from the iMac.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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