Introduction

If your Asus VivoBook S14 is a lot slower than usual, with frequent freezing screens and error pop-ups, this could be a sign that your hard drive is failing. This guide will show you how to remove the failing hard drive.

Please ensure the laptop is turned off before you begin.

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    • Remove all eleven 5 mm screws on the back panel with a JIS #000 screwdriver.

    • Gently pry off the back cover.

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    • Carefully detach the connector from the motherboard.

    • If the battery is swollen or is need of disposal, please follow this guide.

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    • Remove the 5 mm screws holding the battery in place with a JIS #000 screwdriver.

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    • Lift the battery out of the battery socket.

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    • Remove the two 5 mm JIS #000 screws from the hard drive.

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    • Gently remove the hard drive from the laptop.

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    • Remove the hard drive from the silver casing.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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