User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Congratulations, you and your MacBookPro were made for each other.
- Contents
- 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
- 2 Life with Your MacBookPro
- 3 Boost Your MacBookPro
- 4 Problem, Meet Solution
- Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBookPro
- Using Apple Hardware Test
- Problems with Your Internet Connection
- Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication
- Keeping Your Software Up to Date
- Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBookPro
- Learning More, Service, and Support
- Locating Your Product Serial Number
- 5 Last, but Not Least
- Regulatory Compliance Information
- Index
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 37
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
You can upgrade the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro. When you open the back of
your MacBook Pro, the hard disk drive is located next to the built-in battery. The
replacement drive must be a 2.5-inch drive with a Serial ATA (SATA) connector.
To replace the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro:
1 Shut down your MacBook Pro. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, USB
cables, security lock, and any other cables connected to the MacBook Pro to prevent
damaging the computer.
2 Turn over your MacBook Pro and remove the ten (10) screws that secure the bottom
case. Remove the shorter screws at the angles shown in the illustration. Lift off the case
and place it to the side.
WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook Pro can be warm. If you have
been using your MacBook Pro, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal
components cool before continuing.