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HP Pavilion dv6-2155dx Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show how to replace the hard drive in the HP Pavilion dv6-2155dx.

What you need

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    • Shutdown your computer and remove the battery before beginning the replacement.

    • Loosen the screws using Phillips #01 screwdriver with the extension attached.

    • The screws will not come out completely but stay on the panel.

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    • After removing the two screws securing the Hard Drive to the bottom case, remove the panel to reveal the hard drive.

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    • Locate the tab of the black Mylar film on the right hand side of the hard drive.

    • Gently grip it with your thumb and index finger.

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    • Pull the Hard Drive to the right to loosen the it from the frame.

    • The left side of the hard drive will pop up and should slide out freely until you see the black connector on it's right side, connecting it to the computer.

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    • When removing the Hard Drive from the frame, you will see a black connector on it's right side.

    • Turn the Hard Drive over and grasp the Hard Drive with one hand as you grip the connector with the other hand to remove the connector from the hard drive.

    • To safely remove the Hard Driver, do not wiggle or jerk the connector off of the Hard Drive, pull straight off.

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Conclusion

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

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Can I transfer the information on the hard drive to another computer? How? My laptop won’t turn on and I’ve tried everything.

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