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Upgrade the Zen Micro: 5gb to 8gb on the cheap

Step 8Remove the Hard Drive

Remove the Hard Drive
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End of the disassembly road, right here: remove the hard drive.

First, stick the flat-head screwdriver under one of the upper corners of the drive (which would be one of the lower corners of the player) and lever the screwdriver against the case, and the drive should pop right out. Do the same on the other corner to complete the job.

Gently pull the connector from the drive. You are trying very hard not to break the ribbon connector, which can be fragile and easily broken.

When you're done, check and make sure you have everything you need to re-assemble the player. If so, pat yourself on the back. You're ready to upgrade.
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