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VPCF2 Series Hard Disk Drive

Replacement Instructions

FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT IN THE US CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-651-7669 FROM 9:00 AM TO 11:00 PM EST

P/N 989202611 Rev. B 1/4

Battery Pack Removal

Step 2:

1) Slide the “LOCK” battery tab to the

right to unlock.

2) With your right finger, slide the

“RELEASE” battery tab to the left

and hold.

3) Insert your left finger in the battery

notch and lift the Battery up 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

Hard Drive Door

Summary of content (4 pages)

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VPCF2 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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VPCF2 Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions Step 4. Slide the Hard Drive Door away from the unit to remove. Step 5. Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws securing the Hard Drive Assembly. Step 6. Disconnect the Hard Drive by pulling the clear plastic tab to the left. Put aside the Hard Drive Screws to re-secure the Hard Drive later in the procedure. Old Hard Drive Lift To Remove Step 7. Carefully lift the Hard Drive from the unit to remove.
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VPCF2 Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions NewHard Hard Drive Old Drive DriveDrive Step 10. Prepare the new Hard Drive for assembly. Step 11. Place the Hard Drive Bracket over the new Hard Drive. Hard Drive Reinstallation (Steps 14-18) Step 12. Re-install the four (4) Hard Drive Bracket screws to secure the Bracket to the New Hard Drive. Step 13. Insert the Hard Drive Assembly into the Hard Drive Bay. Hold the Hard Drive on the sides to avoid damage. Step 15.
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VPCF2 Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions Step 18. Re-install the battery pack and reconnect the AC Adaptor. Power on your computer and continue with the recovery process by following the instructions described on the back of the recovery disk’s case. Return the old Hard Drive to Sony using the included shipping instructions. FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT IN THE US CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-651-7669 FROM 9:00 AM TO 11:00 PM EST P/N 989202611 Rev.