Sony VGC-RB64G, VGC-RB55MG, VGC-RB52, VGC-RB51MV, VGC-RB51M Replacement Instructions

VGC-RBxx Series Optical Disk Drive

Upper Replacement Instructions

IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

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

üTo avoid electric shock please make sure product is turned off and disconnected from the power source. Remove jewelry before you begin work to avoid scratching the surface of your desktop computer.*

üPlace your desktop computer on a clean, stable and covered surface to avoid damage to the computer's case.*

üFollow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions:

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

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

üThe 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.

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

[2A]

[2B]

2 Screws

Pull two (2) clips at the		Inside View
bottom of unit.

Step 1. CAUTION! Disconnect the power cord. Failure to do so can result in damage to the PC or personal injury.

Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove the 2 indicated screws, loosening the chassis panel cover. Rotate the unit so the panel with the vents is facing you. Remove the panel and set it aside.

Step 2. Loosen the front panel cover by pulling down the t w o(2) black clips on the bottom of the unit: Step [2A] and the three (3) black clips on the inside of the front of the unit : Step [2B], as indicated above.

	[1]				[2]

Step 3. Carefully remove the front panel in the direction of arrow and set aside.

Step 4. Remove the power connector [1] and the IDE data cable [ 2] from the optical disk drive you are replacing. (In this example: the upper optical drive.) NOTE! Your PC may be equipped with more than one optical disk drive.

P/N 994630100

Rev. C

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