Dell Inspiron 1520 / 1521 (PP22L) Hard Drive Removal and Installation


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Hard Drive on your Dell Inspiron 1520 / 1521 (PP22L) laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 2 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Inspiron 1520 / 1521 (PP22L) Hard Drive.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
Dell repair manual service precautions

Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screw driver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Inspiron 1521 Hard Drive

Dell Laptop Replacement Parts Needed

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Inspiron 1521 Hard Drive


Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Inspiron 1520 / 1521 Hard Drive

Unscrew the (2) 3mm x 3mm hard drive screws that secure the 1520 / 1521 hard drive caddy to the base assembly and slide out the hard drive and caddy.

Step 1

  • Remove the battery.
  • Unscrew the (2) 3mm x 3mm hard drive screws that secure the 1520 / 1521 hard drive caddy to the base assembly and slide out the hard drive and caddy.
Remove the (2)  3mm x 3mm screws that hold the 1520 / 1521  hard drive caddy.

Step 2

  • Remove the (2) 3mm x 3mm screws that hold the 1520 / 1521 hard drive caddy.

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