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HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

If you are having complications with your hard drive crashing or want to increase the size, use this guide to replace the hard drive.

What you need

  1. HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn off and unplug the device before starting.

    • Flip your device over so the bottom panel is facing up.

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  2. HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Slide the lock switch to the right.

    • The panel will pop open at the top corner.

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  4. HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Use the plastic opening tool to remove the back panel.

    • Some force may be required to remove the panel from the case. Use caution when prying to avoid breaking the panel or the plastic tabs securing it in place.

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  5. HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use the PH 1 screwdriver to remove the four 3.5 mm screws securing the hard drive.

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  6. HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the corner bracket to remove the hard drive.

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  7. HP Pavilion dv6-6180us Hard Drive Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Unplug the hard drive wire to detach the hard drive.

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Conclusion

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

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