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HP ProBook 440 G6 Solid State Drive (SSD) Replacement

Introduction

Does your SSD need an inspection or a replacement? In this guide, we'll demonstrate how to safely replace the SSD in your HP ProBook 440 G6 notebook.

The SSD's function is to store any data electronically with 256 GB of storage in the HP ProBook 440 G6. The SSD also offers faster boot time and data transfer.

Common Symptoms that may occur when an SSD is faulty include:

  • Slower boot time
  • Boot failure
  • Frequent random freezing
  • File corruption / missing files
  • Drive unable to save new information or change already saved files or documents

Our guide will take you every step of the way to safely and smoothly replace your SSD. Before beginning this replacement, be sure to completely power off your laptop, unplug it from the charger, and put it in Battery safe Mode.

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      • Using a Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the two 5 mm screws on the front-facing side of the lower case.

      • Using a Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the remaining five 5 mm Phillips screws securing the lower case.

      • The two screws in the front of the backplate are of a differing size to the other five.

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      • Starting under the display, carefully use a plastic prying tool (iFixit opening tool) to disengage the retaining clips.

      • You may hear soft clicking sounds as the clips come undone.

      • Once a corner or edge starts to lift, slowly slide the tool along the edge to loosen more of the bottom panel.

      • Keep working around the edges until all the clips are loose.

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      • Gently lift the rear of the cover to disengage it from the computer.

      • Carefully remove the bottom cover from the computer.

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    1. HP ProBook 440 G6 Solid State Drive (SSD) Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP ProBook 440 G6 Solid State Drive (SSD) Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 2 of 2

      • Using a Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the two 4mm Phillips screws that secure the battery to the computer.

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      • Use a tool to push the tab back on the bottom left of the battery.

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      • Lift the top of the battery.

      • Lift the battery out of the computer.

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      • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the single 2.5 mm Phillips screw that secures the SSD to the computer.

      • After removing the screw, the SSD will likely spring up at an angle but it may not. If it doesn't, carefully pry under it at an angle.

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      • Carefully remove the solid-state drive by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.

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