HP 15-g029wm HDD Replacement

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HP 15-g029wm HDD Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

13

Time Required

20 - 30 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) in a ******HP 15-g029wm.

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    • Unplug any charging cord or accessories connected to the device before beginning.

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    • Place the laptop bottom-side up on a secure, flat surface.

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    • Slide each of the two switches that secure the battery to the left.

    • This will reveal an image of an unlocked lock.

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    • Use your hands to gently pull the disconnected battery out of the device.

    • When inserting the new battery, pay special attention to align the battery connections correctly.

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    • Remove the following Phillips screws on the lower case:

    • Nine 5 mm

    • One 6 mm

    • This will allow the optical drive to separate from the chassis.

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    • Slide the optical drive directly out of its slot.

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    • Remove the two 2 mm Phillips screws on the lip of the optical drive slot.

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    • Use an opening pick to remove the two circular rubber feet near the laptop hinges.

    • Remove both of the 8 mm Phillips screws.

    • The screws were hidden by the rubber feet.

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    • Use an opening pick to pry up and remove the left hinge cover.

    • Use an opening pick to pry up and remove the right hinge cover.

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    • Flip the device face up and open the lid.

    • Insert an opening pick under the keyboard and pry around the perimeter of the keyboard until it fully releases.

    • Lift the keyboard slightly.

    • There is a ribbon cable connecting the keyboard to the device on the underside. Do NOT pull it away or you risk ripping the ribbon cable and causing damage.

    • Use your fingers or an opening pick to unlock the ZIF locking flap that secures the keyboard ribbon cable.

    • Disconnect the keyboard ribbon cable.

    • Lift the keyboard off.

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    • Remove two 5 mm screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

    • Insert an opening pick in the seam between the top case and chassis.

    • Slide the opening pick around the edge of the device to separate the top case from the chassis.

    • Slightly lift the top case up and away from the chassis.

    • There is a ribbon cable connecting the top plate to the device. Handle with care, and do NOT yank on the ribbon cable to prevent damage.

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    • Use your fingers or an opening pick to flip up the black ZIF locking flap.

    • Disconnect the ribbon cable.

    • Lift off the top case.

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    • Remove the two 5 mm Phillips screws that secure the HDD.

    • Pull the HDD slightly to the right to disconnect it, then lift it up and out of the chassis.

Conclusion

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

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