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MacBook Core Duo Hard Drive Replacement

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    1. MacBook Core Duo Hard Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Use a coin or spudger to rotate the battery-locking screw 90 degrees clockwise.

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    2. MacBook Core Duo Hard Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Lift the battery out of the computer.

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    1. MacBook Core Duo Hard Drive Replacement, Memory Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the three evenly-spaced Phillips screws from along the rear wall of the battery compartment.

      • The screws are captive to the metal memory cover.

      • When replacing the memory cover, use a spudger to re-insert the foam cushioning behind the rear wall for propper battery spacing.

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    2. MacBook Core Duo Hard Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Lift up on L-shaped memory cover, slide it to the right, and lift it out of the computer.

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    1. MacBook Core Duo Hard Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Grasp the white plastic tab attached to the hard drive and pull it to the right, removing the hard drive from the computer.

      • The hard drive goes back into its compartment with the label facing down.

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Conclusion

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

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