Gateway SA1 Hard Drive Replacement

Written By: Diego Carteno
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Gateway SA1 Hard Drive Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

5

Time Required

5 - 10 minutes

Introduction

Upgrading the hard drive capacity by replacing the original drive.

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    • Move the latch to the right of the battery to unlock.

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    • Slide the latch on the left directly below the battery to unlock and pull out the battery as shown.

    • The latch must be held in position to remove the battery.

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    • Before you begin, it's recommended that you back up all your computer's information on the original hard drive. Also, verify the laptop is off and all cables are disconnected.

    • Turn the laptop over so the bottom is facing up.

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    • Loosen the three Philips cover screws that secure the hard drive.

    • These screws cannot be fully removed from the hard drive cover.

    • Use the spudger to lift and to remove the hard drive cover.

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    • Slide the original hard drive to the left and lift it to remove.

    • Insert the new hard drive.

Conclusion

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

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