I need instructions how to remove hard drive - HP Pavilion m7640n PC Desktop

Hi.

Remove and reinstall the Hard Drive for the error codes:

• 1000-0141
• 2000-0141
• 1000-0142
• 2000-0142
• 1000-0143
• 2000-0143
• 1000-0144
• 2000-0144
• 1000-0145
• 2000-0145
• 1000-0146
• 2000-0146
• 2000-0151

Please see the Service manual for instructions on how to remove and replace the Hard Drive. Be sure to remove and reinstall the cables for the hard drive if you are on a Desktop Computer.
After reinstalling the hard drive re-run the diagnostics if you receive the same error code Contact Us.
Run the Drive Self Test (DST) from the Utility Partition also known as the 32 bit diagnostics to determine if the previous error has been corrected. If the DST from the Utility Partition does not indicate a failure of the drive, we consider the error to have been corrected and the drive does not need to be replaced.

• 1000-0146
• 2000-0146

For instructions on how to run the Dell 32 bit diagnostics click here.


Regards.

Hi,

Here are simple steps that you can do to replace the hard drive.

Note: Before doing this make sure that the computer is unplug to the power source and the power cable is not attached to the computer

First open the side panel by unscrewing the 2 thum screw on the right side, then slide it to the back.
lay the pc on the side
make sure that you remember each cable that you are removing
remove the power and data cable of the hard drive
push the release tab while doing so slide the hard drive downward .

If you want visuals and step by step instruction click on the link.

I hope this will help you resolve your issue.

Thank you for using fixya

his document provides instructions for the removal and replacement of the hard drive for the R3000, R3100, R3200, R3300, ZV5000 and ZV5200 series notebook PCs.
Use the video as a guide while following the written instructions below.
To view the video press the Play button on the player control bar below the video.
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Step 1 - Remove the battery
Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position.
Use your finger to lift the battery up and out.
Step 2 - Remove the hard disk drive
Remove the two Phillips-head screws that secure the hard disk drive to the base enclosure.
Lift the inside edge of the hard disk drive to unseat the hard disk drive connector from the system board.
Remove the four Phillips-head screws that secure the hard disk drive to the hard disk drive bracket.
Remove the hard disk drive from the hard disk drive bracket.
Pull the hard disk drive out of the bay.
Place the hard disk drive in a static dissipative bag.

If you google the dilemma you should get the info you need. Or go to their web site for guidance.

The online guide is here:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/7994162/Compaq-Presario-M2000-Maintenance-and-Service-Guide
I would go to (page 2-5 of the manual above) first and run a Hard Drive test from the Tools menu, before replacing.

Then go to replacement procedures (Page 5-7 of the manual) and it will instruct you, it is very simple, usually taking out two screws, removing the caddy (plastic holder). You then unscrew the old hard drive from the caddy (four screws) and then screw in the new hard drive (four again), slide it in, screw the caddy in (two screws) and voila', your new hard drive is installed.
This does NOT include instructions on how to backup your files, re-install your software or anything OTHER than replacing the physical hard drive.
You will need to format the new drive and install an operating system and software.
If you need further instructions, please ask.

READ THIS ALL THE WAY THROUGH. REMOVE THE BATTERY AND POWER BEFORE ANY WORK IS DONE. HAVE ALREADY BACKED UP ALL YOUR DATA.

Toshiba Support Site warns not to try this at home.

User's Manual does not list HD removal.

That being said.....
this is the instructions for a P15-S479, but may be what you need.

Instructions:
The hard drive is located under the CD/DVD drive. Before you start taking apart the laptop, remove the battery and unplug the AC power.
1. You have to remove the CD/DVD drive. Turn the laptop over. Remove one screw right above the dive and slide the drive out of the laptop.
2. When the CD/DVD drive is removed, you’ll see a metal plate. The metal plate is secured by 4 screws. Remove them and lift up the plate from the bay. The hard drive is located right under the plate.
3. After you remove the plate, you’ll see the hard drive. The hard drive also secured by 4 screws. Remove the screws, slide the hard dire to disconnect it from the connector on the moterboard and lift it up.
4. You have to transfer the brackets from the old hard drive to a new hard drive. Also, if there is a foil shielding around the old hard drive, you’ll have to transfer it to a new hard drive too.
Here’s a disassembly guide with pictures: Toshiba Satellite P10/P15 laptops. How to remove the hard drive.


Remember the precautions and warranty information from Toshiba before you start. Try to have someone who is really into laptops before you begin

Good luck

ps: Other laptops have their HD's under the keyboard, or in a removable door on the bottom.
Remember the precautions and warranty information from Toshiba before you

The hard drive is inside of the laptop and not accessible from the outside. The way to get to the hard drive is to take out all the screws from the bottom of the laptop, take the keyboard out and there may be some screws there that need to be removed. The dvd drive needs to come out and where the dvd drive normally is, check for screws there.

At this point you can remove the top cover assembly and you will see the hard drive. Remove the screws that are holding the hard drive in place and then it will come out.

Before you do any of this make sure your notebook is unplugged and the battery is removed.

The hard drive bay is on the bottom of the notebook, there are 2 panels on the bottom of your notebook. The smaller panel, near the front of the notebook there should be a "rubber square" on the top of the panel, is where the hard drive is located, unscrew that panel and remove it then you will be able to remove the hard drive.

Hello,

Please see link for Detailed instructions. Its simple as unscrewing a few screws and sliding out the hard drive.

These instructions should help.

Toshiba® Satellite 100, 105, 110, 115, 200, 205, 210, 400, 405, 410, 420, 430 Series

Hard Drive Installation Instructions

1. Turn notebook upside-down.
2. Remove the battery compartment cover.
3. Remove the battery pack.
4. Remove the 2 Phillips screws that mount the hard drive down.
5. Slide the hard drive away from its connector and gently lift it out of the notebook.
6. Remove the tray from the old hard drive and assemble it onto the new hard drive.
7. Slide the new hard drive into its connector inside the notebook.
8. Replace the 2 Phillips screws used to mount the hard drive into place.
9. Replace the battery pack.
10. Replace the battery compartment cover.