HDD ribbon connector 8.3cm for HP Pavilion 15-CD + 2 modellen

Does your hard drive randomly disappear from Windows, or does BIOS suddenly say 'no boot device' on your HP Pavilion 15-CD (2017-2020)? The HDD ribbon connector is a notorious weak point on these HP models — a thin flex cable between motherboard and 2.5" bay that cracks from heat and vibration. This 8.3 cm OEM-style replacement fixes it for good.

Specifications

• Compatible models: HP Pavilion 15-CD, HP Pavilion 17-AR, HP 15-DY1043DX
• Length: 8.3 cm
• Type: SATA ribbon cable with integrated HDD connector and motherboard FFC
• OEM part numbers: DDOG97HD010
• Compatible with 2.5" SATA HDD and 2.5" SATA SSD
• Compatible model years: 2017-2020

Symptoms of a faulty part

• Hard drive disappears randomly from File Explorer or BIOS
• 'No boot device' on startup, drive comes back after a tap
• S.M.A.R.T. errors while the drive itself tests fine
• Slow file transfers with unexplained drop-outs
• Clicking or resetting noise from the drive under load

Installation

Difficulty: 🟡 Medium (open laptop, disconnect cables)
Estimated time: 30 min
Required tools: Phillips PH00/PH01 screwdriver, T6/T8 Torx, plastic spudger and tweezers.

Frequently asked questions

Can I replace this myself?
Yes — it's a moderate repair. You remove the bottom cover, disconnect the battery and the old cable, and click the new one into two FFC connectors. Budget 25-35 minutes.

Does the cable also work with an SSD?
Yes. The connector is standard SATA — no distinction between HDD and 2.5" SSD.

How do I know it's the cable and not the drive itself?
Connect the drive via a USB-SATA adapter on another computer. If it works there, the cable is the cause.