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just want the data. Don't need the laptop.

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@DC1717 

 

The easiest way is to

 

(a) Remove HDD on laptop,

(b) Connect to USB - SATA adapter or HDD enclosure (for example):

          https://www.scorptec.com.au/product/Hard-Drives-&-SSDs/Enclosures/68302-2139U3-CR?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI...

(c) Use it as an external HDD.

 

Regards

          

BH
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