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Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

The purpose of this guide is to remove the hard drive from the computer if it is broken or having issues. Some of the problems associated with a broken Hard Drive are that your computer is not booting up completely, some programs that were working are not recognized anymore, the Hard Drive is not recognized in the C: of "my computer", the computer tells you the drive is not recognized, or that the drive will fail.

What you need

  1. Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the computer upside down with the battery facing you.

    • Turn the computer off and disconnect the charging cable from the computer.

    • Failure to unplug the charging cable may result in electric shock.

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  2. Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Push the switch as far to the right as possible to unlock the battery.

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  4. Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the battery using two hands and pull it away from the computer.

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  5. Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four Phillips #1 screws holding the Hard Drive in place.

    • Four 3.5mm Phillips #1 screws

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  6. Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the Hard Drive out gently using the tab. It should provide enough leverage to pull the drive out smoothly.

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  7. Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 Hard Drive Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove both 3.5mm Phillips #1 screws on either side of the plastic casing.

    • There is a second screw on the other side of the casing.

    • Then gently separate the drive from its casing.

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Conclusion

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

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