Dell Inspiron M531R 5535 (P28F002) Hard Drive Removal Tutorial


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Hard Drive on your Inspiron M531R 5535 laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 4 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Inspiron M531R 5535 Hard Drive.

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 M531R 5535 Hard Drive

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Inspiron M531R 5535 Hard Drive

Video tutorial repair manual



Installation and Removal Instructions
Inspiron M531R 5535 Hard Drive

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.

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