Sony PCV-RZ40C1B User Manual

PCV-RZ 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 an d disconnected from the power

* 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.

source. Remove jewelry before you begin work to avoid scratching the surface of your desktop computer.*

9 Place your desktop computer on a clean, stable and covered surface to avoid damage t o 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. Place your PC on a

solid surface.

CAUTION! Disconnect the

power cord, failure to do so can result in unit damage or personal injury.

Locate the release tabs on the right as shown.

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

Tabs

Step 2. Press and hold the 2 tabs in the rear ,

as shown. Slide the panel in the direction of the arrows and pull out to remove the side panel, set panel aside. The inside of the unit will be exposed.

IMPORTANT!

Step 3. Rotate the PC so the

inside is facing to you. Identify the location of the Hard Drive’s connections.

P/N T99860132 Rev. B 1/2

PCV-RZ Series Hard Disk Drive

Replacement Instructions

Step 4. Proceed to disconnect the IDE Cable [1] and Power

Cable [2] from the Hard Drive.

IMPORTANT! Some force may be required to initiate the removal of the cables. Take caution not to damage the cables.

Pull with equal force on both sides of each cable to remove them as shown above.

Step 6. Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove the

four (4) screws that secure the Drive into the bracket.

IMPORTANT! Before proceeding, take note of original position of the Drive inside the bracket. Slide out the original drive.

Step 8. Reinstall the rail being careful to alig n the rails with the

guides. Firmly press the latch to lock the bracket in place.

[A]

[B]

Step 5. [A] Release the HDD bracket by pulling on the latch

as shown on the picture. Some force may be required to unlock the latch. [B] Slide the complete bracket assembly out of the unit.

Ensure that all 4 holes ( 2 on

[A]

each side) are in alignment

Step 7. [A] Slide New Hard drive inside bracket with all

holes in alignment. [B] Reinstall the four (4) screws previously removed, securing new drive into the bracket.

Step 9. Reconnect the IDE Cable [1] and Power Cable [2]

into their original position. Align the Side Panel and slide it in the direction of the arrow as shown until the Tabs are locked in place.

[B]

P/N T99860132 Rev. B 2/2