Sony VGN-NW180J User Manual

VGN-NW Series Optical Disk Drive

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.

Step 1. 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 989200136 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 to remove

Remove the Battery Pack.

unlock position.

right battery tab in the release
direction and hold.

(ODD Removal) Steps 3-6

Step 3. Locate ODD Bay.

Rotate the computer with the Optical
Disk Drive (ODD) Bay facing you as
shown in the picture.

VGN-NW Series Optical Disk Drive

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Step 10.

Replacement Instructions

Using the enclosed magnetic
screwdriver, remove the (2) screws
securing the ODD Bay.

Carefully remove the ODD

assembly.

To initiate the removal of the ODD,
pull the ODD in the direction shown in the
above picture.

(ODD Disassembly) Steps 8-10

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

With even force, slide out the
ODD as shown. Some force may be
required to unlock the ODD from the
connector.

Firmly but carefully hold the
ODD. Remove the screws & brackets
and set them aside. The screws &

brackets will be used on the new
ODD provided.

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All brackets & screws should
now be removed. Please arrange the
brackets & screws as shown above. Set
old ODD aside.

P/N 989200136 Rev. B 2/3

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(ODD assembly) Steps 11-14

Step 11. Take the new ODD and bezel
provided in the CRU kit and prepare for
assembly.

Note! Identify tabs on the bezel and

tab holes located on the ODD.