Sony VPCL218FX, VPCL212FX Replacement Instructions
VPCL2 Series Optical Disk Drive
Disconnect the AC Adapter
Step 2. The A/C Adapter connects to the
unit under the Stand. Reach behind the
Stand to disconnect the A/C Adapter
from the unit and remove.
Prepare the Computer
CAUTION: Make sure the
computer is turned off and the AC
Adapter is disconnected. Failure to do
so can result in damage to the
computer.
Step 1. Place the computer, with the
LCD Panel facing down, on a protected
surface with the Stand facing you.
Hard Drive Door Removal
(Steps 3-4)
Step 3. Using the enclosed magnetic
screwdriver, remove the four (4)
screws securing the Hard Drive Door.
Put the Screws aside to re-secure
the Hard Drive Door later in the
procedure.
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:
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.
* Sony is not responsible for damage caused by incorrect handling of the notebook computer.
IMPORTANT!
PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START
Hard Drive Door
Replacement Instructions
P/N 989202624 Rev. B 1/4
FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT IN THE US CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-651-7669 FROM 9:00 AM TO 11:00 PM EST
VPCL2 Series Optical Disk Drive
Step 4. Grasp the Door stand and rotate
up to disengage the Tabs holding the
Door in place. When the Tabs release,
lift the Door straight up to remove.
Optical Drive Removal
(Steps 5-7)
Step 5. Using the enclosed magnetic
screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws
securing the Optical Drive Assembly.
Step 6. Insert a non-marking tool into
the hole in the ODD Bracket and slide
to the Left.
Step 7. Carefully remove the ODD
Assembly from the unit.
Step 8. Set the Optical Drive (Label Side
Down) on a clean work surface. Identify
the six (6) screws which secure the
brackets to the Hard Drive.
Step 9. Remove two screws from
each Bracket.
Put the Screws aside to secure the
Bracket to the new Hard Dive later
in the procedure.
Optical Drive Disassembly
(Steps 8-10)
Replacement Instructions
FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT IN THE US CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-651-7669 FROM 9:00 AM TO 11:00 PM EST
P/N 989202624 Rev. B 2/4
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