Toshiba Satellite C55-C5268 Hard Drive Replacement

Last updated on December 14, 2022

15 minutes

Easy

Introduction

The hard drive of a laptop is where all the data is stored. From your operating system to those pictures of your dogs, it's all located within this unassuming gizmo. If a hard drive fails, it can be catastrophic. Be sure to back up important data regularly!

What you need

Fix Kits

These kits contain all the parts and tools needed to complete this guide.

Parts

Tools

Step 1 Battery

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Unplug and power off the laptop.
Unscrew the two 9 mm Phillips #1screws holding the battery in place.

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Step 2

Grab the battery and pull it away from the laptop to remove it.
This doesn't require a lot of effort, so you don't have to pull too hard.

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Step 3 Back Panel

Toshiba Satellite C55-C5268 Hard Drive Replacement, Back Panel: step 3, image 1 of 1

Unscrew the 10 9.0 mm screws holding the back panel on using a Phillips head #1 screwdriver.

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Step 4

Using a metal spudger can damage sensitive components.
Insert a metal spudger tool in the seam between the back cover and the laptop itself. Gently run the spudger around the edge to pop the cover off.

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Step 5

Pry up the back panel from the rest of the laptop using a spudger.
It is best to start around the USB port and work your way around the edge until the panel completely snaps off.

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