How to remove HP Pavilion a1514n desktop hard drive?
I just bought a new desktop computer and need to take my old one at Best Buy for recycling, and I know that they charge to remove the hard drive.
I have opened the case and pulled out the 2 screws that hold the drive hard into the cage and disconnected the cables... but I can't get to the two screws on the opposite side, who seem to hold the drive in place.
Any advice to reach the elusive side? I looked everywhere on the web for the last 5 hours, without success.
Thanks in advance, for advice or tips!
Hello
The link below is a guide to HP on the replacement of the hard drive for your specific model.
Kind regards
DP - K
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