Introduction
This guide provides instructions on how to upgrade or replace the hard drive in an Alienware Aurora M9700.
Tools
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At the bottom left corner, locate the square battery pack with the sliding unlock emblem above it.
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Slide the lock to the right to unlock the battery pack.
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Once it's unlocked the battery will release.
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Lift the battery, removing it from its compartment.
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At the bottom right corner, locate the two hard drives labeled 1 and 2.
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Remove the screws located on top of the hard drives slots.
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Once screws are removed from each hard drive, slide both hard drives out of the slot.
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Each hard drive is attached to a cover which contains 4 screws located on all 4 corners of the hard drive.
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Remove each of the 4 screws on both hard drive covers.
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Once both covers are removed only the original hard drive will remain.
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Secure the new hard drive to the original hard drive cover, insert the screws on all 4 corners of the hard drive cover.
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Complete this process for both hard drives. (Optional: if installing two drives.)
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
