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VPCF1 Series Hard Disk Drive
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.
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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.
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VPCF1 Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
Slide the Hard Drive Door away
from the unit, and lift to remove.
Lift To Remove
Step 7. Carefully lift the Hard Drive
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.
Step 8. Identify the (4) side screws that
secure the bracket to the Hard Drive.
Steps 8-13
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 Hard Dive later in the
procedure.
Old
Drive
Set the old Hard Drive aside.
Prepare the new Hard Drive
for assembly.
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Step 12. Place the Hard Drive bracket
over the new Hard Drive.