Sony VPCEA4BGX, VPCEA4AFX, VPCEA490X, VPCEA48FX, VPCEA45FX Replacement Instructions

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VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive

ab to the

Prepare the Computer

Hard Drive

Removal

IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

Replacement Instructions

These easy instructions will guide you through the Hard Drive replacement process.

Before you begin, place your notebook computer on a clean or covered surface to avoid damage to the computer's case.*

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

 Before you begin, remove any jewelry you may be wearing to prevent scratches to the surface

 The appearance of the electronic components shown in the illustrations may differ from the

* 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.

of your notebook computer.*

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

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.

Step 1. Place the computer upside down

on a protected surface with the front edge facing you.

P/N

989201978

Rev. B 1/3

Step 2:

Lift here to remove the battery

Battery Pack Removal

1) Slide the Right Battery T unlock position.

2) With your Left thumb, slide the Left Battery Tab up and hold.

Lift the Battery with your Right thumb using the Notch at the Bottom of the Battery to remove.

(Steps 3-7)

Step 3. Using the enclosed magnetic

screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws securing the Hard Drive Door.

Put aside the Hard Drive Door Screws to re-secure the Hard Drive Door later in the procedure.

VPCEA Series Hard Disk Drive

Step 4.

Step 5.

Step 6.

Step

Hard Drive Disassembly

Old Hard Drive

New Hard Drive

Replacement Instructions

Using the included pry stick, insert the stick at the notch indicated and lift up to remove the door.

Lift To Remove

Step 7. Carefully lift the Hard Drive straight up from the unit to remove.

Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws securing the Hard Drive Assembly. Put

aside the Hard Drive Screws to resecure the Hard Drive later in the procedure.

(Steps 8-13)

Step 8. Identify the (4) side screws that

secure the Hard Drive Bracket to the Hard Drive.

Disconnect the Hard Drive by

pulling the clear plastic tab to the left.

Holding the edge of the Hard

Drive, remove each screw. Put aside

the Bracket Screws to secure the Bracket to the New Hard Dive later in the procedure.

Set the old Hard Drive aside.

P/N

989201978

Rev. B 2/3

Prepare the new Hard Drive for

assembly.

Step 12. Place the Hard Drive bracket over the New Hard Drive.

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