Introduction
This guide will show you how to replace the hard disk drive (HDD) of your HP 15-af123cl. This could be necessary if your computer fails to boot, or if your computer reports corrupted memory for your HDD.
The HP 15 series includes multiple model numbers and shares many attributes with the HP 255 G4 notebook—HP's support page for the af123cl includes a link to the HP 255 G4 repair guide.
Before beginning this repair, here are some preliminary steps that you should follow:
- Use electrostatic discharge (ESD) safe tools, including an ESD-band, to protect against damage to your computer.
- Back-up all the data on your HDD before replacing it. If you miss this step, you will lose any data that you have not backed-up.
- Before beginning, turn off your computer and disconnect all cables, including the power cable.
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Push the slider with a battery symbol to the left to push the battery out slightly.
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Pull the battery out fully now that it is released.
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Turn the laptop over and open the lid.
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Use an opening tool to pry the bottom cover from the body of the laptop.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
