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Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement

Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement

Alex Hernandez

Alex Hernandez and 6 other contributors

Last updated on January 9, 2025

25 - 45 minutes
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Once a staple in personal computing, the floppy drive has become outdated. In the case of an older keyboard or retro setup of the computer, one may find that the floppy drive still plays a very important role. Whether one is trying to troubleshoot a malfunctioning floppy drive or looking to replace it entirely, knowing how to safely remove it without damage to the keyboard or other surrounding components is paramount. In this tutorial, we will take you through a step-by-step process of removing the floppy drive installed on your Compaq Evo N1000v keyboard without causing any damage.

Before you begin the repair, make sure to power off your laptop and unplug it from the charger.

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  1. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement, LED Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the laptop over with the rear panel facing forward.

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  2. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Using a TR8 Torx screwdriver, remove the two T8 Torx screws that secure the LED cover to the base enclosure.

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  3. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the laptop back over with the front facing forward. Open the screen.

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  4. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the F1 and F2 keys near the top left corner of the keyboard.

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  5. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • While holding the F1 and F2 keys, insert a spudger between the keys into the notch in the LED cover. Lift up.

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  6. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the Scroll and Pause keys near the top right corner of the keyboard.

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  7. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • While holding the Scroll and Pause keys, insert a spudger between the keys into the notch in the LED cover. Lift up.

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  9. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Insert a spudger between the F7 and F8 keys. Lift up to remove the LED cover.

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  10. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement, Keyboard: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the back edge of the keyboard and pull towards the screen.

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  11. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Pull the cable and lift up to release.

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  12. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the keyboard.

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  13. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement, Palm Rest: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Close the laptop and flip it so the rear panel is facing up.

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  14. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Using the TR8 Torx screwdriver, remove the six screws from the back case.

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  15. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery.

    • Remove the screw from the metal support on the case edge with a Torx T8 screwdriver.

    • Flip the laptop over again so the top is facing up.

    • Open the laptop screen and face it towards you.

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  16. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the the palm rest up from the front edge of the laptop and swing it towards the screen.

    • Be gentle as it is connected by some cables.

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  17. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 16, image 1 of 1
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  18. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 17, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the second ribbon cable.

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  19. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 18, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the palm rest.

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    • Locate and remove the three screws shown in picture.

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  21. Compaq Evo N1000v Floppy Drive Replacement: step 20, image 1 of 1

    • Lift up and remove floppy drive from the palm rest.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

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