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Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

This guide illustrates the process of replacing the hard drive in a Dell Inspiron 14 5100 laptop. This repair could be necessary in the event that the hard drive fails, but could also be performed should an upgrade be desired. This repair does not require prior experience.

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  1. Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Disassembly: step 1, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Disassembly: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Make sure to disconnect the power source to the device.

    • Remove nine screws securing the base cover of the laptop's keyboard assembly using the Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • There are 2 sets of screws.

    • Remove the 3 captive screws.

    • Remove the 6M2*6 screws.

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  2. Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Pry open the laptop to separate the base cover from the keyboard assembly.

    • You may use your fingertips or use plastic opening tools.

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  4. Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four Phillips #0 screws securing the battery to the keyboard assembly.

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  5. Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Peel off the tape securing the battery cable to the battery cable connector.

    • Disconnect and remove the old battery.

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  6. Dell Inspiron 14 5100 Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Unplug the connectors from the hard drive and slide it out of its slot.

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Conclusion

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

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