Sony PCG-K33, PCG-K27, PCG-K25, PCG-K23, PCG-K17 Replacement Instructions

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PCG-K Series CD/DVD Drive Replacement Instructions

These easy instructions are intended to guide you through the replacement process.

9 To avoid electric shock please make sure product i s turned off and AC Adaptor is disconnected

* Sony is not responsible for any loss of data associated with your computer or an y damage caused by incorrect handling of the computer under these procedures. The terms of your Sony Limited Warranty continue to apply.

from the power source. Remove jewelry before you begin work to av oid scratching the surface o f your notebook computer.*

9 Place your notebook computer on a clean, stable and covered surface to avoid damage to the

computer's case.*

9 Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructio ns:

o Hold parts by the edges, away from exposed circuitry when possible. o Do not walk around excessively as this promotes static build-up.

9 The appearance of the electronic components shown in the illustrations may be different from the

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

Step 1. Power on the PC,

eject the CD/DVD drive tray by pressing the button on the drive door. Next, properly turn off the PC, leaving the tray ejected.

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

Step 2. Close the screen. Place your

computer upside down on a protected surface with the back edge facing toward you.

IMPORTANT!

Step 3. CAUTION!

Disconnect the power cord and remove the battery. Failure to do so can result in damage to the PC.

P/N T99860099 Rev. D 1/2

PCG-K Series CD/DVD Drive Replacement Instructions

Step 4. Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver,

remove the marked screw and door as shown and set the m aside.

Step 6. Rotate the PC. The CD/DVD drive should be facing

you. IMPORTANT! Ensure that all thr ee (3) screws from step 5

have been removed. Slide open the CD/DVD drive b y grasping

the tray at both sides as shown above and slowly pull the drive away from the PC. NOTE: Some force may be required to

initiate the removal of the CD/DVD tray.

Step 8. Usi ng the enclosed

magnetic screwdriver, reinstall the three (3) previously removed screws.

CAUTION! Be careful not to

drop screws into the inside of the unit, and be careful to use the correct screws, as shown in the picture. Do not over

tighten the screws!

Step 5. Using the enclosed magnetic scre wdriver, remove

the three (3) screws as indicated in the picture. CAUTION! Be

careful not to drop screws into the unit

Faceplate should be flat with edge of PC

Step 7. Gently insert the new CD/DVD drive into the unit as

shown in the picture. Push both sides of the drive faceplate with equal force toward the PC. When done properly, the drive faceplate should be flat with the PC, and the screw holes should b e aligned with the screw openings.

Step 9. Using the

enclosed magnetic screwdriver, reinstall the external door and screw. Return the old CD/DVD drive to Sony following the included shipping instructions.

P/N T99860099 Rev. D 2/2