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MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement

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MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement

Introduction

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This guide will show you how to repair or replace the Hard Drive for the MSI GS70. Replacement of the Hard Drive is fairly easy as you will only need a JIS #1 Screwdriver and a magnetic mat (Optional, but recommended)

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This kit contains all the parts and tools needed to complete this guide.

Parts

Tools

    1. MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Remove the Backplate: step 1, image 1 of 2 MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Remove the Backplate: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Using your JIS #1, locate and remove all screws from the backplate.

      • When all the screws are removed, proceed to remove the backplate. The hard drive will be located right next to the battery.

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    2. MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Remove the Hard Drive Spacer: step 2, image 1 of 2 MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Remove the Hard Drive Spacer: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Locate the black rubber spacer

      • Remove the spacer by gently pulling the flap

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    3. MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Disconnect your Hard Drive: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • With two hands slide the Hard Drive to the left.

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    4. MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Remove the Hard Drive: step 4, image 1 of 2 MSI GS70 Hard Drive Replacement, Remove the Hard Drive: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Carfully lift up the Hard Drive using your Spudger.

      • Next, pull up your hard drive from the battery end and proceed to remove the hard drive

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Conclusion

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

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The screws on my machine were Philips not torx don't know if it is different or has changed at all but all internal and external were Phillips

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comment accéder au disque dur msata sur le msi gs 70

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