Sony VGC-RA930G Manual

 

 

 

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Ensure that all 4 holes (2 on 

each side) are in alignment 

 

.   Proceed to disconnect the serial ATA cable [1] and 

power cable [2] from the hard drive. 

IMPORTANT! Some force 

may be required to initiate the removal of the cables. Take 
caution not to damage the cables. 

Pull with equal force on both 

sides of each cable to remove them as shown above.

 

Release the HDD bracket enclosure by pulling the 

black handle as shown.

 

Some force may be required to 

unlock the handle. Slide the complete HDD bracket 
enclosure out of the unit. 

 

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Using the enclosed magnetic screwdriver, remove 

the four (4) screws that secure the hard drive into the bracket
enclosure. 

IMPORTANT! Before proceeding, take note of 

original position of the drive inside the bracket. 

Slide out the 

original drive. 

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Slide new hard drive inside the bracket 

enclosure with all holes in alignment. Reinstall the four 
(4) screws previously removed, securing new drive into 
the bracket. 

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[A] Reinstall the HDD bracket enclosure being 

careful to align the guides.  Some force may be required to 
slide the HDD bracket enclosure into the unit. [B] Lock the 
black handle in place.  

 

 

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Reconnect the serial ATA cable [1] and power 

cable [2] to the hard drive. Reinstall side panel removed 
in step 2. Connect your PC and continue with the 
recovery instructions. Return the old hard drive to Sony 
following the included shipping instructions.

 

 

 

Notice the original position of the 

handle and HDD 

Notice position of the handle 

and pin’s orientation