Sony PCG-K23 User Manual

PCG-K Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions

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

9 To avoid electric shock please make sure product is turned off and AC Adapt or 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 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.

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. To prevent any kind of cosmetic

damages and scratches, place your PC upside down on top of a soft surface, with the ports facing you.

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

IMPORTANT!

Step 2. CAUTION!

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

Step 3. Using the enclosed

magnetic screwdriver, remove the marked screw and set aside.

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PCG-K Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions

Step 4. Remove hard

drive access door as shown and set aside.

Step 7. Gently remove the drive as shown. CAUTION! Be

careful not to lift the drive before releasing the pins from the socket as instructed in Step 6!

Step 5. Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove

the four (4) screws as indicated in the picture. CAUTION! Be

careful not to drop screws into the unit.

Step 9. Using the

enclosed magnetic screwdriver, reinstall the four (4) previously removed screws.

CAUTION! Be careful

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

tighten the screws!

Step 6. Gently slide the drive in

the direction of the arrows to release the pins from the socket.

Step 8. Place the new drive flat in the opening. Slide the drive

into position in the direction of the arrows, as sho wn above. Make sure both rows of pins have been inserted into the socket.

Step 10. Reinstall the

hard drive access door and screw. 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 HDD Bay to Sony following the included shipping instructions.

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