VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions

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VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive

Replacement Instructions

P/N

989201978

Rev. B 1/3

Battery Pack Removal

Step 2:

1) Slide the Right Battery T

ab to the

unlock position.

2) With your Left thumb, slide the Left

Battery Tab up and hold.

Lift the Battery with your Right

thumb using the Notch at the

Bottom of the Battery to remove.

Prepare the Computer

CAUTION: Make sure the

computer is turned off, the lid is

closed, and the AC Adapter is

disconnected. Failure to do so can

result in damage to the computer.

Step 1. Place the computer upside down

on a protected surface with the front

edge facing you.

Hard Drive

Removal

(Steps 3-7)

Step 3. Using the enclosed magnetic

screwdriver, remove the two (2)

screws securing the Hard Drive Door.

Put aside the Hard Drive Door

Screws to re-secure the Hard Drive

Door later in the procedure.

These easy instructions will guide you through the Hard Drive replacement process.

Before you begin, place your notebook computer on a clean or covered surface to avoid damage to

the computer's case.*

 Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions:

o Hold parts by the edges, away from exposed circuitry when possible.

o Do not walk around excessively as this promotes static build-up.

 Before you begin, remove any jewelry you may be wearing to prevent scratches to the surface

of your notebook computer.*

 The appearance of the electronic components shown in the illustrations may differ from the

components shipped. This slight difference does not affect the accuracy of these instructions.

* Sony is not responsible for damage caused by incorrect handling of the notebook computer.

IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

Lift here to remove the battery

Summary of content (3 pages)

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VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START These easy instructions will guide you through the Hard Drive replacement process. Before you begin, place your notebook computer on a clean or covered surface to avoid damage to the computer's case.* Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions: o o Hold parts by the edges, away from exposed circuitry when possible. Do not walk around excessively as this promotes static build-up.
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VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions Step 4. Using the included pry stick, insert the stick at the notch indicated and lift up to remove the door. Lift To Remove Step 7. Carefully lift the Hard Drive straight up from the unit to remove. Old Hard Drive Old Hard Drive Hard Drive Disassembly (Steps 8-13) Step 8. Identify the (4) side screws that secure the Hard Drive Bracket to the Hard Drive. Step 6. Disconnect the Hard Drive by pulling the clear plastic tab to the left. Step 9.
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VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions Hard Drive Reinstallation (Steps 14-18) NOTE! Verify proper mounting Step 13. Re-install the four (4) Hard of the Hard Drive Bracket with the Drive Bracket screws to secure the Hard Hard Drive, the Hard Drive Drive Bracket to the New Hard Drive. connectors should appear below the Plastic Pull Tab. Step 14. Insert the Hard Drive Assembly into the Hard Drive Bay. Hold the Hard Drive on the sides to avoid damage. Step 15.