Introduction
Use this guide to replace the SSD in your HP Pavilion 15 Laptop PC.
Note: This procedure was written using a model 15-eg2015od HP 15 Pavilion Laptop PC, but is fully compatible with any HP 15 Pavilion Laptop PC whose model number starts with 15-eg or 15-eh.
Still under warranty? Contact HP to learn your warranty status, receive a repair under warranty if eligible, or for further warranty information.
This laptop has one slot that supports an M.2 2280 SSD.
Before you starting this repair, consider backing up your current drive. If necessary, familiarize yourself with a disk cloning utility so you’ll be ready to transfer your data to the new drive.
This procedure requires removing the battery to disconnect it. Use care to avoid bending, twisting, or puncturing it—a charged lithium-ion battery can be very dangerous if accidentally punctured. If your battery looks puffy or swollen, take extra precautions.
What you need
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Use an opening pick to peel up an end of the front rubber foot until you can grip it with your fingers.
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Peel up the end of the foot with your fingers just until the hidden screw underneath is exposed—you don't need to fully remove the foot.
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Peel up the other ends of the feet to expose the three remaining screws.
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Press down firmly on the ends of the feet to secure them into their recesses.
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If the foot adhesive doesn't remain tacky enough to readhere, you can use double-sided tape such as Tesa Tape.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the six screws securing the back cover:
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Four larger 6.6 mm-long black screws
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Two smaller 4.8 mm-long silver screws
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Insert the flat end of a spudger between the top edge of the back cover and frame, just to the left of the right hinge.
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Pry up with the spudger to release the clips securing the top right corner of the back cover.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the six 3.9 mm-long screws securing the battery.
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Gently lift the upper edge of the battery to disconnect its socket from the motherboard.
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Remove the battery.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 2.5 mm-long screw securing the SSD.
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Grip the SSD by its edges and pull it away from its M.2 board connector to remove it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Depending on your region, used HP devices and parts can be returned for reuse or recycling through the HP Planet Partners program.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Depending on your region, used HP devices and parts can be returned for reuse or recycling through the HP Planet Partners program.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
