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Acer Aspire 5100 Hard Drive Replacement

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Introduction

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This guide will show you how to replace/upgrade the hard drive in your Acer Aspire 5100 laptop.

What you need

  1. Acer Aspire 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Make sure the laptop is turned off and unplugged.

    • Flip the laptop over so the audio jacks are facing you.

    • Unlock the battery by sliding the button (located above the battery) towards the outer edge of the computer. When you feel the battery release and pop up, gently pull the battery from its compartment.

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  2. Acer Aspire 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Start by locating the small panel directly to the right of the battery.

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  4. Acer Aspire 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two screws securing the panel.

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  5. Acer Aspire 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Grip the right side of the hard drive and pull towards the right side of the computer

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    • Remove the mounting bracket from the old hard drive.

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    • Transfer the mounting bracket to the new hard drive and install the new drive.

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Conclusion

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

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