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03-12-2021 11:39 PM
I'm looking at buying a HP Pavillion 24-k0012na, however it doesn't have enough storage and I'm wondering if it is possible to install a HDD to it, given that the desktop doesn't come with one at all. Will those pose a problem to the desktop accepting it? Also, can anyone recommend a good supplier for it?
Apologies if they seem like stupid questions but this is the first time that I've considered swapping parts for a desktop and I don't want to mess it up or buy something unsuitable.
Thanks in advance!!
03-13-2021 01:42 AM
Hello
I advise you to call an **bleep** in your country
https://store.hp.com/UKStore/Merch/Offer.aspx?p=contact-hp-store
the computer, is this one
HP Pavilion All-in-One - 24-k0012na Product Specifications
unfortunately, there is no mention of the available sata ports
even less locations
We find another similar model with the same motherboard, only this does not answer all the questions, available location, available connectors or not etc.
HP Pavilion All-in-One - 24-k0702ng Product Specifications
You have this manual, but it doesn't prove anything either
HP Pavilion 24-k0000 and 27-d0000 All-in-One PC Series - Part Locator
HP Pavilion 24-k0000 and 27-d0000 All-in-One PC Series - Motherboard Viewer
Now you can opt for an already equipped model.
If you absolutely want this model, which Hp is not able to answer, there is the option of the external hard drive.
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03-13-2021 02:05 AM
Sometimes the models in this family come with the 3½" bracket for a mechanical HDD, sometimes they don't.
Quickest & best way is to have a look yourself.
Lay it on it's back, pry off the speaker cover (it's only clipped in) then remove the 10 or so phillips screws under the speaker cover. Then with a plastic pry tool, pry the clips around the edge of the screen. Then the screen will pop out and you'll see the mainboard under the panel.
03-13-2021 02:07 AM
yes, I have already answered the question the fact is that the user does not have the computer
I'm looking at buying a HP Pavillion 24-k0012na
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