Sony VAIO VPCF2 Manuals

Sony Confidential PERSONAL COMPUTER VPCF2 Series SERVICE MANUAL Revision History Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Ver.6-2012I 9-890-863-06  Model Lineup JP (Japan) VPCF236FJ/S VPCF237FJ/S VPCF238FJ/B VPCF23AJ US (United States) VPCF232FX/B VPCF233FX/B VPCF234FX/B VPCF234FX/S VPCF236FM/B VPCF237FX/B VPCF2390X PA (Pan-America) VPCF231FD/B VPCF234FD/S VPCF235FD/B VPCF2390S EU (Europe) VPCF23C5E VPCF23K1E/B VPCF23L1E/B VPCF23M1E/B VPCF23M1R/B VPCF23N1E/B VPCF23P1E/B VPCF23Q1E/B VPCF23S1E/B VPCF23S1R/B VPCF23X1R/BI VPCF23Z1E/BI VPCF23Z1R/BI AP (Asia-Pacifica) VPCF235FA/B VPCF235FG/B VPCF235FW/B VPCF236HA/B VPCF236HG/B VPCF236HW/B VPCF237HA/BI VPCF237HG/BI VPCF237HW/BI  :ʳCTO Model

N User Guide Personal Computer VPCF2 Series

VPCF2 Series Optical Disk Drive 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 989202612 Rev. B 1/3 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. Step 1. Place the Computer upside down on a protected surface with the front edge facing you. Battery Pack Removal Step 2: 1) Slide the “LOCK” battery tab to the right to unlock. 2) With your right finger, slide the “RELEASE” battery tab to the left and hold. 3) Insert your left finger in the battery notch and lift the Battery up to remove. Optical Drive Removal (Steps 3-6) Step 3. The Optical Disk Drive (ODD) is located on the left side of the unit as shown. These easy instructions are intended to guide you through the 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 be different 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 Lift to remove 2. 3. 1.