Sony VPCF13YFX, VPCF13SFX, VPCF13RFX, VPCF13QFX, VPCF13PFX Replacement Instructions

VPCF1 Series Hard Disk Drive

Prepare the Computer

Hard Drive

Removal

(Steps 3

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IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

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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.

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Lift here to remove the battery

Battery Pack Removal

Step 2:

1) Slide the left battery tab to the
unlock position.

2) With your right thumb, slide the
right battery tab to the left and hold.

3)

Lift the battery with your left thumb
using the notch at the bottom.

Hard Drive Door

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.