Sony VGN-TX690P, VGN-TX650P, VGN-TX630P, VGN-TX610P, VGN-T360P Replacement Instructions

Cingular SIM Card
Replacement Instructions

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

These easy instructions are intended to guide you through the replacement process. If you need
additional help, please call 1-866-651-7669 for technical support from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm EST.

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

damage to the computer's case.*

9 Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions:

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

9 The appearance of the electronic components shown in the illustrations may be different from

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

o Hold parts by the edges, away from exposed circuitry when possible.
o Do not walk around excessively as this promotes static build-up.

computer.*

the components shipped. This slight difference does not affect the accuracy of these
instructions.

IMPORTANT!

Step 1. Prepare the Computer.

CAUTION: Make sure the
computer is turned off, the lid is
closed, and the power cord is
disconnected. Failure to do so can
result in damage to the computer.

Place the computer upside down on
a protected surface with the black

Step 2. Remove the Battery Pack.
Locate the two gray tabs as shown

in the picture. One is on the left end
of the battery pack, and the other is
located on the right side of the
computer. With your thumbs, push
the left tab in and the right tab out
and using your fingers, gently push
the battery pack away from you.

Step 3. Locate the SIM Card
The SIM Card is located behind the

battery pack near the left side.

edge (front) facing you.

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Cingular SIM Card
Replacement Instructions

Step 4. Unseat the SIM Card.
Use your thumb or finger and gently

press the SIM Card in and release
the pressure. The SIM Card will pop
up out of the slot.

Step 7. Insert the new SIM Card.

CAUTION: Make sure you
orientate the SIM Card as shown.

Place the SIM Card in the slot and
gently push the card down until you
hear a click. Release the pressure.
The SIM Card should remain fully in
the slot.

Step 5. Remove the SIM Card as
shown.

Step 8. Replace the Battery Pack.
Align the slots on the battery to the

guide rails on the computer and
gently push the battery pack in until
the tabs snap back in place.

Step 6. Punch the new SIM Card
out of the card.

Step 9. Start the VAIO SmartWi
Connection Utility.*

1. Start your computer.

2. Click the SmartWi
Connection Utility icon in
the task bar.

3. From the SmartWi main
screen, click the Cingular
button, and then click in the
Cingular Connection
Manager launch area below
the button.

4. Call (888) 739-VAIO (8246)
to activate your account.

* Note: The VAIO SmartWi Connection Utility Guide provides detailed information on how to use the SmartWi
Connection Utility. To view the guide, click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Control Center. Make
sure that the Categories tab page is active. Click the Documentation folder, and then click VAIO SmartWi
Connection Utility Guide.

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