Dell Inspiron 15R 5521 (P28F001) Hard Drive Caddy Removal Tutorial


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Hard Drive Caddy on your Inspiron 15R 5521 laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Inspiron 15R 5521 Hard Drive Caddy.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screw driver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Inspiron 5521 Hard Drive Caddy

Dell Laptop Replacement Parts Needed

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Inspiron 15R 5521 Hard Drive Caddy


Installation and Removal Instructions
Inspiron 15R 5521 Hard Drive Caddy

Slide the latches over.

Step 1

  • Slide the latches over.
  • Remove the battery.
Slide the latches over.Remove the battery.
Loosen the screws (cannot be removed).

Step 2

  • Loosen the screws (cannot be removed).
  • Lift and remove the access door off of the laptop.
Loosen the screws (cannot be removed).Lift and remove the access door off of the laptop.
Remove the 2 - M3 x 3mm hard drive screws.

Step 3

  • Remove the 2 - M3 x 3mm hard drive screws.
Slide the hard drive over to unplug it from the motherboard.

Step 4

  • Slide the hard drive over to unplug it from the motherboard.
  • Lift and slide the hard drive out of the laptop using the tab.
Slide the hard drive over to unplug it from the motherboard.Lift and slide the hard drive out of the laptop using the tab.
Remove the 2 - M3 x 3mm screws.

Step 5

Remove the 2 - M3 x 3mm screws.Remove the hard drive caddy.Remove the 2 - M3 x 3mm screws.

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