Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Things You’ll Need:
- Small Philips head screwdriver
Step1
Back up all data from your current drive so you can easily reload it once the new drive is installed.
Step2
Shut down the MacBook and unplug the power adapter. This prevents you from getting shocked during the process.
Step3
Place the MacBook upside-down on a flat surface with the battery close to you, and remove the battery. Removing the battery gives you access to the drive bay.
Step4
Use the screwdriver to loosen (without removing) the three screws along the back edge of the battery compartment.
Step5
Remove the L-shaped cover from the battery compartment. Set it aside.
Step6
Unroll the pull tab from the hard drive and pull slowly until the old drive has been removed. Place this drive somewhere safe.
Step7
Slide the new drive into the hard drive bay and roll the pull tab into the bay with it. Replace the L-shaped bay cover. Then tighten the screws. Replace the battery and plug in the power adapter. Turn on the MacBook. Be prepared with the Operating System install disks, if necessary.