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    Replace HDD at an A6JA

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by emperor, Jun 17, 2006.

  1. emperor

    emperor Notebook Geek

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    I just removed the mounting scews in order to remove the default (and slow) Fujitsu 100GB 4200rpm HDD... But i only see a black ribbon, how i remove the HDD, should i pull with high force or? I don't see any other screw to remove :confused:
     
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  2. BENDER

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    Just pull the ribbon gently to remove the HD
     
    BENDER, Jun 17, 2006
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  3. Insane

    Insane Notebook Evangelist

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    there are usually two black ribbons. The first is attached to a wedge like peice of foam. and just pull the HDD with the other ribbon away from the black socket like Seb said.

    if you need more help I'll post some pics, but I'm sure you can google it :)


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    Insane, Jun 17, 2006
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