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Asus A53U-ES21 Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

A malfunctioning hard drive can be the underlying cause of many issues with your laptop. This guide will explain how to replace your hard drive.

What you need

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    • Make sure the laptop is off.

    • Flip the laptop upside down so that the battery is facing you.

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    • Move the two sliders towards the outer edge of the laptop.

    • Pull the battery out with your left hand while holding the right slider.

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    • Remove the 5mm screw using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Use the iFixit opening tools to remove the hard drive panel.

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    • Pull upwards on the black ribbon on the end of the hard drive.

    • Pull the hard drive out from its socket and remove it from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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