Sony VGN-NW150J User Manual

VGN-NW Series Hard Disk Drive

Step 1

(HDD Removal) Steps 3

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IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

Replacement Instructions

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

 Before you begin, place your notebook computer on a clean or covered surface to avoid

* Sony is not responsible for damage caused by incorrect handling of the notebook computer.

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.

 Remove jewelry before you begin work to avoid scratching the surface of your notebook

computer.*

 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.

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.

Place the computer upside down on a protected surface with the front edge facing you.

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Step 2.

1. Slide the left battery tab to the

2. With your right thumb, slide the

3. Lift the battery to remove.

Lift battery to remove

Remove the Battery Pack.

unlock position.

right battery tab in the release direction and hold.

HDD Bay

Step 3. Locate the HDD Bay.

Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove the (2) screws securing the HDD access cover.

VGN-NW Series Hard Disk Drive

Step 4.

Step 5.

Step 6.

Step

OLD HDD

NEW

HDD

Replacement Instructions

To remove the HDD access cover, slide the cover in a downward direction and lift the cover.

Lift To Remove

Step 7. Carefully lift the HDD assembly from the unit to completely remove the old part.

Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws securing the HDD assembly.

(HDD Disassembly) Steps 8-13

Step 8. After the HDD is completely removed, identify the (4) side screws that mount the HDD bracket to the HDD.

Detach the HDD assembly from the HDD connector by pulling the clear plastic tab in the direction of the arrows (slide to the left).

Holding the edge of the HDD, remove each screw and set the screw aside. These screws will be used to

mount the HDD bracket onto the new HDD.

All (4) screws and bracket should now be removed from old HDD. Set old HDD aside.

provided for assembly.

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Prepare the new HDD

Step 12. Place the HDD bracket over the new HDD.

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