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03-02-2018 11:15 AM
I have the HP Pavilion Entertainment dv7-1020ev Model and I want to replace its hard disk. I would like you to inform me which types are compatible with my PC.
Are the SSD type compatible or not?
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03-02-2018 11:45 AM
Your laptop can actually hold a pair of 2.5 inch wide and 7mm or 9.5 mm hard drives or SSD(s). Here is the Manual:
and a youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6Qouyng8hQ
Yes it can take a solid state drive. One like this would work:
I once had your model series laptop and you need no cable to install a second hard drive but you do need an adapter also called a caddy or sled. .
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes bracket and screws) 480457-001
Post back with any more questions but please accept as solution if this is the answer you needed.
03-02-2018 11:45 AM
Your laptop can actually hold a pair of 2.5 inch wide and 7mm or 9.5 mm hard drives or SSD(s). Here is the Manual:
and a youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6Qouyng8hQ
Yes it can take a solid state drive. One like this would work:
I once had your model series laptop and you need no cable to install a second hard drive but you do need an adapter also called a caddy or sled. .
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes bracket and screws) 480457-001
Post back with any more questions but please accept as solution if this is the answer you needed.