Replacing The Hard Disk Drive; To Replace The Hard Disk Drive - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 2100 Reference Manual

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Important

To replace the hard disk drive

You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
1. Unplug the AC adapter, if connected.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Turn the unit bottom side up.
4. Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the two screw holes, then remove
the two screws.
5. Gently pull the hard drive out of the notebook.
6. Gently slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make
sure the connector seats properly.
7. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs.
If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Utility partition on
the drive before loading any software.
Add-On Devices
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
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