Sony PCG-FRV Series Guide

PCG-FRV Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
P/N T99860133 Rev. C 1/2
Step 3. Using the enclosed
magnetic screwdriver, remove the
marked screw and set aside.
Step 1.Close the screen. Place your computer
upside down on a protected surface with the back
edge facing toward you.
Step 2. CAUTION!
Disconnect the power cord and
remove the battery. Failure to
do so can result in damage to
the PC.
These easy instructions are intended to guide you through the replacement process.
9To avoid electric shock please make sure product is turned off and AC Adaptor is disconnected
from the power source. Remove jewelry before you begin work to avoid scratching the surface of
your notebook computer.*
9Place your notebook computer on a clean, stable and covered surface to avoid damage to the
computer's case.*
9Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions:
oHold parts by the edges, away from exposed circuitry when possible.
oDo not walk around excessively as this promotes static build-up.
9The appearance of the electronic components shown in the illustrations may be different from the
components shipped. This slight difference does not affect the accuracy of these instructions.
* Sony is not responsible for any loss of data associated with your computer or any damage caused by
incorrect handling of the computer under these procedures. The terms of your Sony Limited Warranty
continue to apply.
IMPORTANT!
PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

PCG-FRV Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
P/N T99860133 Rev. C 2/2
Step 7. Gently remove the drive as shown. CAUTION!
Be careful not to lift the drive before releasing the pins from the
socket as instructed in Step 6!
Step 8. Place the new drive flat in the opening. Slide the drive
into position in the direction of the arrows, as shown above. Make
sure both rows of pins have been inserted into the socket.
Step 4. Remove hard
drive access door as
shown and set aside.
Step 9.Using the
enclosed magnetic
screwdriver, reinstall the
four (4) previously removed
screws.
CAUTION! Be careful
not to drop screws into the
unit, and to use the correct
screws, as shown. Do not
over tighten the screws!
Step 10. Reinstall the hard
drive access door and screw.
Power on your computer and
continue with the recovery
process by following the
instructions described on the
back of the recovery disk’s
case.
Return the old HDD Bay to
Sony following the included
shipping instructions.
Step 6. Gently slide the drive in
the direction of the arrows to
release the pins from the socket.
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Step 5. Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove
the four (4) screws as shown above. CAUTION! Be careful
not to drop screws into the unit.