Sony VPCEE32FX User Manual

VPCEE Series Hard Disk Drive

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

* 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.

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

of your notebook computer.*

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

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

989201980

Rev. B 1/3

Step 2:

Lift here to remove the battery

Battery Pack Removal

1) Slide the right battery tab to the 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.

Hard Drive

Door

(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.

VPCEE Series Hard Disk Drive

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Step

Hard Drive Disassembly

Hard

New Hard Drive

Replacement Instructions

Grasp the top of the Hard Drive Door with your fingers and slide in a downward motion 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 screw securing the Hard Drive Assembly. Put aside the

Hard Drive Screw to re-secure the Hard Drive later in the procedure.

(Steps 8-13)

Remove the four (4) screws that secure the Bracket to the Hard Drive.

Put aside the Bracket Screws to secure the Bracket to the Hard Dive later in the procedure.

Disconnect the Hard Drive by

pulling the black plastic tab to the Left.

Locate the clips on the side of the Hard Drive. Slide the Hard Drive away from the clips to remove it from the Bracket.

Old

P/N

Drive

Set the Old Hard Drive aside.

989201980

Rev. B 2/3

Prepare the New Hard Drive

for assembly.

Step 12. Place the Bracket over the New Hard Drive and slide Right, making sure the clips slide over the Hard Drive.

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