HP 6710b Service Manual

160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

443920-001

120-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

443919-001

80-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive

445939-001

80-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive

443918-001

Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see 

Remove the hard drive:

Position the computer with the front toward you.

Loosen the two Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.

Lift the left side of the hard drive cover (2), swing it to right, and remove the cover.

The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 443905-001.

Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×13.0 hard drive retention screw (1) that secures the hard drive to the

computer.

Grasp the Mylar tab (2) on the hard drive and slide the hard drive (3) to the right to disconnect it

from the system board.

52 Chapter 4   Removal and replacement procedures

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