Maintenance and Service Guide

Hard drive connector
Description Spare part number
Hard drive connector L28668-001 (Cable Kit)
Before removing the hard drive connector, follow these steps:
1. Turn o the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is o or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 33).
5. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 35).
6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive/solid-state drive (2.5 inch) on page 42).
Remove the hard drive connector:
1. Disconnect the cable from the system board ZIF connector (1).
2. Remove the two Phillips M2.0×4.0 screws (2) that secure the connector to the computer.
3. Remove the connector from the computer (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the hard drive connector.
48 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for authorized service provider parts