Sony VGN-NW150J User Manual
VGN-NW Series Hard Disk Drive
Step 1
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(HDD Removal) Steps 3
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IMPORTANT!
PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START
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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.
P/N 989200137 Rev. B 1/3
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.
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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.
P/N 989200137 Rev. B 2/3
Prepare the new HDD
Step 12. Place the HDD bracket over
the new HDD.
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