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Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to upgrade or replace the hard disk drive (HDD) in your Toshiba Satellite L300-04P (PSLB8C-04P01X).

What you need

  1. Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Unlock the battery by sliding the left battery latch to the right.

    • To remove the battery, hold the spring-loaded right battery latch to the right, then grasp the center battery tab and pull upward.

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  3. Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement, HDD: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to loosen the two HDD cover's captive screws.

    • Remove the cover.

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  4. Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Toshiba Satellite L300 HDD Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Gently pull the caddy pull strap outwards then upwards to remove the HDD assembly.

    • Do not immediately pull upwards on the HDD, as this will bend the connector resulting in damage.

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Conclusion

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

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