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Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

The hard drive is primarily used for the Lenovo ThinkPad T440p’s storage. If your computer is slow, it most likely needs replacing. The replacement is simple and will only require unscrewing screws and using a spudger to lift the hard drive out.

What you need

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the laptop so that the back is facing up.

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    • Slide the battery latches to the unlocked position.

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    • Slide the battery pack out of the battery slot.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement, Back Cover: step 4, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement, Back Cover: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 9mm screws holding the back cover.

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  6. Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Slide down the back cover.

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  7. Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back cover.

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  8. Lenovo ThinkPad T440p Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove one screw holding the hard drive.

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    • Place the spudger underneath the hard drive mount and lift it up.

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    • Remove the hard drive.

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    • Remove the hard drive from the plastic mount.

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Conclusion

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

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