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    Question about removing hard drive cover on Envy 17

    Discussion in 'HP' started by Bobmitch, Sep 19, 2011.

  1. Bobmitch

    Bobmitch Notebook Virtuoso

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    What's the trick? I loosened and removed the two screws, but the part under the rubber foot is still firmly in the case. Is there something I am overlooking???? I don't want to crack the door...

    Thanks
     
    Bobmitch, Sep 19, 2011
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  2. vsherry

    vsherry Notebook Evangelist

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    It must just be an unusually tight fit. I've taken that door off innumerable times and don't recall any extra step.
     
    vsherry, Sep 20, 2011
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    arashyyy_88 Notebook Guru

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    Hey Bobmitch,

    It is just a really tight fit. I thought to that mine might break but I just wedged a screw driver in between the gap and it opened up. You should be fine. Just wedge it in gently. good luck :)
     
    arashyyy_88, Sep 20, 2011
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  4. Smooth_J

    Smooth_J Notebook Deity

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    I don't have this HP, but putting in a screw driver is a good idea, but you could hurt the plastic. Try something plastic, like a probe tool, or something like it so this way it won't hurt the finish as much.
     
    Smooth_J, Sep 20, 2011
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    I've used a butter knife and haven't cracked or scratched the outside of the computer. It pops off easier after the first few times.

    -Kevin
     
    billfark, Sep 20, 2011
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    It's just a troublesome tab in the center. I was on the phone with support regarding a bad HDD when they had to grab a floor model to verify I wasn't just being paranoid.

    They even stated that "it shouldn't be this tough". I would recommend the screwdriver tip but also append it with using a thin cloth or papertowel to wrap it in to protect your laptop's case.
     
    Vanyun, Sep 20, 2011
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