HP Mini 210 Hard Drive Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓If the hard drive makes scratching or whining noises, or if the operating system does not boot due to a disk read error, you may need to replace it.
The hard drive contains operating system files and your personal files. If you intend to replace the hard drive, save any personal files you need later onto an alternative media source before completing these steps. You will need to install an operating system on the new hard drive once the new hard drive is installed on the netbook.
What you need
Tools
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Spudger4.9
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Hold the netbook top-side down with the lid closed.
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Slide the plastic battery release latches towards the lock symbols.
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Turn the netbook to view its edge.
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Press both orange eject buttons simultaneously, and use a spudger to pry off the back case.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Peel back the black sticker covering the hard drive with tweezers or your fingers.
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Use a plastic opening tool to carefully disconnect the hard drive connector found above the RAM slot.
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Pull the silver plastic tab up and remove the hard drive. The tab may also be black.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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