Sony VGN-C1 Series Guide

VGN-C1xx Series Hard Disk Drive

Replacement Instructions

P/N 994643800 Rev. C1/2

Step 1. Prepare the Computer.

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.

Place the computer upside down on a

protected surface with the front edge

facing you.

Step 2. Remove the Battery Pack.

Locate the two tabs as shown in the

picture. One is on the left end of the

battery pack, and the other is located on

the right side. Using your thumbs and

fingers push both tabs in the release

direction; gently push the battery pack

away from you.

Step 3. Locate HDD Bay.

Rotate the computer clockwise with the

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) bay facing you

as shown in the picture.

These easy instructions are intended to guide you through the replacement process.

üTo 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.*

üPlace your notebook computer on a clean, stable and covered surface to avoid damage to the

computer’s case.*

üFollow 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.

üThe 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 warrantycontinue to apply.

IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START

Push tabs in the release direction HDD Bay

VGN-C1xx Series Hard Disk Drive

Replacement Instructions

P/N 994643800 Rev. C2/2

Step 4.Using the enclosed magnetic

screwdriver, loosen the two (2) screws

securing the hard disk drive access

door.

Step 5.To initiate the removal of the

HDD, pull slightly the HDD front cover

as shown in the picture.

Step 6. With even force slide out the

HDD as shown. Some force may be

needed to unlock the HDD from the

connector.

Step 7. Hold the new HDD by the edges

and align it on the opening.With an

even force, slide in the new HDD.

Step 8. Make sure the new HDD is

seated flush on the edge of the

computer.

Step 9. Reinstall the two (2) previously

removed screws.

Step 10.Reinstall the Battery Pack and

reconnect the AC Adapter.

Power on your computer and continue

with the recovery process by following

instructions described on the back of the

recovery disk’s case.

Return the old HDD to Sony following

the included shipping instructions.

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