Sony VPCL135FX Guide

VPCL1 Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
P/N 989 0067 Rev. A 1/4
Carefully lay computer down. LCD
face down.
Step 2. Identify the (4) screws
securing the HDD access cover/Rear
Stand.
(HDD Removal) Steps 3-9
Step 3. Using the enclosed magnetic
screwdriver, remove the two (4) screws
securing the HDD access cover.
Step 1.
Prepare the Computer.
CAUTION: Make sure the computer is
turned off, and the AC plug is disconnected.
Failure to do so can result in damage to the
computer.
Place the computer standing up on a
protected surface with the back portion
facing you.
These easy instructions are intended to guide you through the replacement process.
To avoid electric shock, please make sure product is turned off and the AC plug is disconnected from
the power source. Remove ewelry before you begin work to avoid scratching the surface of your
computer.*
Place your computer on a clean, stable and covered surface to avoid damage to the computer’s
case.*
Follow 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.
The 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

VPCL1 Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
P/N 989 0067 Rev. A 2/4
St ep 4. Carefully lift the stand (Bottom side
first) to remove the HDD access cover .
Step 5. Set HDD cover aside once
removed.
Step 6. Identify the (4) screws securing
the HDD to the computer.
CABLES ATTACHED TO DO
NOT PULL.
PINCH BLUE CONNECTOR TO
RELEASE.
Step 7. Using the included magnetic
screwdriver, loosen the (4) screws securing
the HDD Assembly.
Step 8. Carefully lift and pull the HDD
Assembly towards you to help expose
the connectors.
Step 9. Remove connectors before
attempting to completely remove HDD
assembly.
Step 10. After the HDD is completely
removed, identify the (4) side screws
that mount the HDD bracket to the
HDD.
Step 11. Holding the edge of the HDD,
remove each screw and set the screw
aside. These screws will be used to
mount the HDD bracket onto the new
HDD. e.
HDD DISASSEMBLY 10-15 STEPS

VPCL1 Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
P/N 989 0067 Rev. A 3/4
Step 12. All (4) screws and bracket
should now be removed from old HDD.
Step 13. After the HDD is completely
removed from bracket, identify the (2)
screws with springs.
Step 14. Remove the (2) screws to be
used on new HDD.
Step 15. Both screws should now be
removed.
Step 16. Re-install the (2) screws with
springs previously removed.
Step 17. Place the HDD bracket over the
new HDD.
NOTE! Proper mounting of
HDD bracket can be verified with
the HDD connectors appearing
opposite the bracket tabs.
Black connector on left, Blue on
right.
Step 19. Connect the cables previously
disconnected.
Step
18
.
Re-install the (2) screws with
springs previously removed.
HDD ASSEMBLY 16-18 STEPS

VPCL1 Series Hard Disk Drive
Replacement Instructions
P/N 989 0067 Rev. A 4/4
Step 2
0
.
Once connectors are properly
connected, insert HDD back into the
HDD Bay.
Step 2
1
.
Once assembly is properly aligned
re-connect the (4) screws previously
loosened.
Step 2
2
.
Re-attach the back cover.
Install top side first then carefully
press cover down.
Step 23. Re-install the (4) screws
previously removed.
Step 24. Plug in power cord.
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 to Sony
following the included shipping
instructions.