Comments on: How to disassemble HP Compaq 2710p https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/ Easy to follow laptop disassembly instructions and tips for DIY repairs Sun, 27 Mar 2016 18:08:21 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 By: Gen https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-2353521 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 18:08:21 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-2353521 Hello,

Is it possible that my hp compaq 2710p hard drive dies?
I have this computer and believe me that has helped me to basic things like write, but recently I turn off and now each that turn my it screen goes black and says “disk error”
What does mean? do I have to replace the HDD?

]]> By: GVS https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-2352684 Fri, 25 Mar 2016 13:00:13 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-2352684 Hey can I change Hp Compaq 2710q’s RAM…I mean to say to a higher version…

]]> By: Carl https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-1980227 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:07:02 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-1980227 Hello,

Wondering if you can help me with my HP2710p. I have a noisy cooling fan which may need to be cleaned. I have followed your tutorial so can remove the lid and can see the fan, but unable to lift it off. Can you assist with how to get it out of the Laptop so I can clean it. Many thanks.

]]> By: IML Tech https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-1292512 Sat, 26 Apr 2014 16:44:56 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-1292512 In reply to eligsuli.

@ eligsuli,
It depends on the model of your laptop but in most laptops the processor soldered to the motherboard and cannot be replaced or upgraded.

]]> By: eligsuli https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-1292448 Sat, 26 Apr 2014 15:40:34 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-1292448 Is it possible to upgrade the processor on the HP Compaq?

]]> By: dahutchss3 https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-935310 Wed, 08 May 2013 18:28:15 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-935310 hey thanks for your work awesome tutorial on this little machine i love it just installed windows 8 and new hard drive thanks again

]]> By: Mayur https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-733562 Sat, 29 Sep 2012 02:01:42 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-733562 Thanks so much for putting up this info. Especially the hard drive information. Was about to buy a 2.5 off Ebay but your info helped. Also, the service manual link in the last comment was useful to confirm the type of drive needed.

]]> By: Harvey https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-154075 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 09:05:06 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-154075 Mark, you should take a long hard look at the service manual.

Its very easy to remove the screen, but it requires a small Phillips screw driver and a plastic pry-bar (or old credit card).
Wedge the pry-bar / credit card in between the left & right sides. Careful, on the the top-right, when you unlatch the wireless (wifi) antenna, inside, there are 2 screws holding the faceplate together. After removing the faceplate, there are numerous screws you need to remove. But, its very visible and easy to do.

Be very, very careful when removing the plastic faceplate, the pieces holding it in place can easily break off. Take some time and be gentle.

I’m in the process of adding a webcam to my HP Compaq 2710P. (just waiting on the long overseas delivery of my upgrades…)

]]> By: mark https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-56373 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:12:48 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-56373 how would i replace the screen?

]]> By: flyriderg https://www.insidemylaptop.com/how-to-access-memory-remove-hard-drive-and-replace-keyboard-in-hp-compaq-2710p-tablet-pc/#comment-41510 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 04:22:27 +0000 http://www.insidemylaptop.com/?p=470#comment-41510 I love the way you doid this, I just still could not figure out how to unlock the connector and pull the cable from the hard drive.
The locking clip opens up at a 90 degree angle , But I must say this is still great and I will be making a donation.

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