Dell Inspiron 3148 Hard Drive Replacement

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Dell Inspiron 3148 Hard Drive Replacement

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Moderate

Schritte

9

Zeitaufwand

15 - 20 Minuten

Einleitung

Are you experiencing problems with loading files and other applications on your computer? Consider using this guide to replace the hard drive.

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    • Ensure the device is powered off and unplugged. Close the device and orient it face up, with the hinges further away from you.

    • Flip the device over so the backside is facing you.

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    • Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove all nine 7mm screws.

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    • Using the plastic opening tool, pull the back panel upward. Move the opening tool along the edge of the device and lift the panel off of your device.

    • Be aware, the back panel is kept in place by magnetic clips. They will offer some resistance, but continue to gently leverage upwards.

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    • Remove the three 4mm screws holding battery in place using the Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    • Using the iFixit opening tools, lift the battery out of its housing.

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    • Once loosened, use your fingers to lift the battery up and out of its housing.

    • There is a small cable which sits in a rut in the top of the battery. Ensure that it is pushed out of the way before removing completely.

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    • Remove the battery completely.

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    • If there is a piece of tape connecting the hard drive and a small power cord, remove the tape.

    • Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the two 4mm screws.

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    • Notice: there is a small data cable connecting the hard drive to the motherboard. Do not attempt to lift the hard drive all the way out before removing this cable.

    • Lift the hard drive slightly out of the device.

    • Grasp the head of the cable, not the cable itself.

    • Pull away from the hard drive, removing the data cable. The hard drive may now be fully removed.

Abschluss

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

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Christopher Gravelle

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