Replacement SATA HDD flex cable

[Fe4rUnlimited]

So my HP Pavilion x360 m3-u001dx started saying there was no HDD installed when powered on. I removed the HDD and put it into an external enclosure and it works flawlessly in my desktop. I inspected the motherboard and found corrosion where the HDD flex cable plugs onto the motherboard. I already cleaned it all out but I am having a hard time finding a new flex cable because 2 of the copper strands are broken, presumably the corrosion ruined the cable. Any idea where I can get a replacement SATA sable? I cant find an exact match and there is no part number on this one. Thanks.

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[iomare · Accepted solution]

Hi,

The part number for the cable you are looking for is 856011–001

If you perform online search with part number you should be able to find it.

Example:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/856011-001-Hp-M3-u001dx-Hard-Drive-Cable-/152595088859

Hope it helps,

David

[Fe4rUnlimited]

Thanks so much David, ordered a new one and the laptop is up and running again 😄