HP Envy X2-15-C001Dx Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

This guide will explain how to remove and replace the hard drive in the HP Envy X2-15-C001Dx.

The hard drive is the part of the computer that stores and retrieves data. Replacing the hard drive can solve different problems such as irregular noises and computer crashes.

Be sure to back up your hard drive before replacing.

What you need

Step 1 Back Panel

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Place the laptop face down on a table.

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Step 2

Lift up the back stand.

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Step 3

Remove the five screws from the bottom of the back plate using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 4

Remove four screws from the back stand hinges using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 5

Remove the hinges and the back stand from the laptop.

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Step 6

Use a spudger to remove the thin panel where the back stand was.

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Step 7

Remove the screws from the back panel using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 8

Remove two side screws using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 9

Pry apart the base from the screen by going around the entire perimeter with an opening tool.

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Step 10

Remove the back panel from the laptop.

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Step 11 Hard Drive

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Lift the hard drive out from its slot, taking care not to tear the ribbon cable that is connecting it to the motherboard.
Unplug the hard drive from the motherboard.
Completely remove the hard drive from the laptop.