Pull Apart a HDD

This is just a little trip through pulling apart a HDD. Have a look inside, and score a few goodies!

1. Good screw driver set 2. A HDD

Find the funny looking screw bit in your kit hook it up and remove the screws in the top casing. I'm using a T8 screw bit Don't forget the hidden one under the paper/plastic coating

Now just go ahead and rip off the top. It's a little tough, I tried with my fingers but ended up putting a flat head screw driver in it and prying it open

Now, just get that flat head screwdriver under the magnet and rip it out. Now before you can rip the other magnet out there are a couple of things you have to do. 1. Remove more T8 screws 2. Remove the swing arm

Did you say more T8 screws... Yup Remove the three screws in the top of the spindle. I found the spindle moving so shoving some pliers in to grip made it easier Tip the HDD upside down and shake it till the disk falls out. There one shiny disk

Unfortunately because of its casing, this HDD doesn't allow us to remove its spindle. However I do have spindles from other HDD's to show you!

Only 5 T8 screws stand between you and a disassembled HDD. Remove these and pile your loot!

After pulling all the bits and bobs apart here is what we're left with. Hope this helps you on your way! Thanks for viewing!