Need instructions on how to remove hard drive from a sony vaio pcv-f31l.
What is it? is it a PC, is it laptop or desktop what?'
a VAIO right? seems old to me IS IT?
VAIO all-in-one desktop computer????????????
RTM at sony yet? oops none
they tell you to go here and PAY.
http://www.truemanuals.com/sony/
did you google this and youtube it first. seems not to me.
a very rare PC it seem to me....
here is the real name , truncated by you.
they show F310P but no F31L sorry they show ZERO hits.
did you post the wrong model number<
why not shoot a photo of the service tag and post that first.
sony states that you have to buy the manual if not too old PC.
they have non on there main web site.
the PCV-F120 sold in 1995, is your PC this old? wow.
I see no hits on F31L
no F3 anythings in google , where did you find it , in grandma's attic?
if an AIO, is it all in one desktop? IDK
most have rear mounted stands that comes off first, then you see ALL screws now to remove.
most, not all, and I never buy a sony anything ,they have bad support (or lack manuals or charges for them and if too old ZERO support)
worst is Gateway, or Packard bell (acer)
some PCs have stickers lables covering key screw holes to keep kids out.
or has snap locks in the case edges.
what yours has, only LOOKING answers this.
if I see no screws using all I said above, then out comes the cellphone pry bars made of plastic, soft.
ever take a cell or notepad apart you'd know that.
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YouTube video shows how to do this.
https://youtu.be/SqfwZrmhJPM
SOURCE: Sony VAIO PCV-RS720G - Hard Drive
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SOURCE: CD/DVD ENCLOSURE in Sony Vaio PCV RX860
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/tutorial-display.pl?tut_id=269&mdl=PCVRX860
this link is a tutorial of how to get the side panel off,
to get the cd drive out, you need to do a couple more steps.
first, you will need to take off the top and other side panels. this can be done by looking at the top back of the case. there are two clips that hold the top panel on. push up on the two clips and the top part will slide back and you can pull up on the panel and it should come off.
Next, you should be able to push some more clips on the top to get the side panel off. it should fold down just like the first side.
then, you need to take off the front two panels. the bottom part should be just a couple clips on the inside front of the case, and the top clips will be revealed when you take off the bottom part.
after that is done, you should be able to unscrew the cd/dvd drive from the case and unplug the cables connected to it from the top where you removed the top panel.
then you should be done
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Retaining screws are on the side or back of the drive. Remove the screws, slide out the drive, pop in the replacement....
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START BY SLIDING PANEL OFF TO REVEAL MEMORY MODULE.NOW LOOK DOWN JUST BEHIND SCREEN,YOU WILL SEE 2 BLACK SCREWS.UNDO THE SCREWS AND RELEASE SMALL PANEL.NOW UNPLUG WIRING HARNESSES ALLOWING THE SCREEN TO BE DETATCHED.WITH PANEL MISSING YOU SHOULD HAVE EXPOSED 4 GOLD SCREWS.CAREFULLY WITH A LONG PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER RELEASE SCREWS.THE SCREEN WITH A SMALL WIGGLE WILL NOW BECOME DETATCHED.RELEASE THE FOOT OF THE P.C BY UNSCREWING 2 PHILLIPS UNDERNEATH,THEN PROGRESS AROUND THE UNIT TAKING OUT ALL BLACK AND GOLD SCREWS.THERE ARE ALSO TWO SCREWS CONCEALED UNDER THE RUBBER LUGS ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE P.C.JUST REMEMBER WHERE YOU HAVE TAKEN SCREWS FROM.ALL THE BEST TECH HEADS charlie c
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Should list this as a Clarification, instead of a Solution, but there isn't enough room in Clarification.
I also do not perceive this as being a Solution. Just info.
Good luck in finding a Service Manual.
Why?
Because this unit, as All-In-One desktop units are; is essentially a laptop, stood up on end.
http://www.itreviews.com/hardware/desktop-pcs/sony-vaio-vgc-js1e/
All the hardware components, and the Display Assembly, are crammed into one tiny thin 'box'.
This you know.
The point I am making here is that it needs to be worked on, just like a laptop. Once the Back Cover is removed, you have access to almost all of the inner hardware components, at your fingertips.
So does Static electricity.
This is why an ESD wrist strap should be worn, and it's alligator clip connected to a good ground source.
Plus a multi-compartment container should be used for the various screws, you will remove.
Label each compartment for the area the screw/s come out of.
SOME screws look VERY similar to other screws.
Advise DO NOT mix them up.
Just going to change a Harddrive, may lead to removing other hardware components first, to be able to access the harddrive.
The Power Supply unit is inside, also, on SOME models.
This is why manufacturers of All-In-One's, generally do not post info on how to open it, and replace parts.
A general user can;
1) Static shock out the internal hardware components.
2) Not know to unplug the AC adapter from the All-In-One, before working on it.
3) Not know the general procedures for reinstalling the various hardware components, and metal bracing. Can't get the All-In-One back together properly.
Blame the manufacturer.
Okay, so you know what you are up against.
What basic tools do you need?
No.1 and No.2 Philips screwdriver
ESD wrist strap, (About $3 to $6 bucks)
Plastic spudger tool.
Perhaps a small set of Hex Nut handdrivers.
Patience
See above.
See above.
With the power removed, and the All-In-One laid down on the display screen, (On a soft, static free towel, on a table), start looking at how to remove the back stand.
There are usually visible Philips head screws, and some may be hidden behind a label.
Once the stand is removed, the Back Cover should remove, or there may be a Rear Stand Cover to remove, then the Back Cover.
The Back Cover MAY, or MAY NOT, have screws that actually hold it on. The screws from the Rear Stand, (And maybe the Rear Stand Cover, if there is one), may hold the Back Cover on.
The Back Cover -> WILL have plastic locking tabs on the outside of it's edges. These locking tabs mate with matching locking latches, on the front assembly.
Screws to remove, or not, the Back Cover pops off of the front assembly. Sometimes it's a little stiff to perform. This is why the heavy duty plastic pry tool. The plastic Spudger Tool,
http://www.ifixit.com/Tools/Spudger/IF145-002
Helps to ease into the parting line between the Back Cover, and the front assembly. Ease one edge out a little, then slide the tool down, and work on another small area. (Edge)
Once the Back Cover is removed, use logic as to how to access the Harddrive's caddy. Remove the caddy, and harddrive. Then remove the harddrive from the caddy.
Not very specific, huh?
Hopefully this Service Manual for a Dell Inspiron One 2305 or 2310, All-In-One Desktop PC, will help,
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/InsOne2310/en/sm/index.htm
It's just a general guide, in relation to the All-In-One you have.
Not stating it is the 'go to guide'.
I would start with: Technical Overview. Gives you an idea of how far the Spudger Tool, should go in-between the parting line of the Back Cover, and front assembly. (NOT FAR!)
Then:
Rear Stand
Rear Stand Cover
Back Cover
Harddrive (Harddrive cage = harddrive caddy)
Like I said, just general info that may help. Should you get this baby open, perhaps you would post information on your procedure.
You would help 1000's of users, if not 100's of thousands, by posting.
Just a thought.
(Make a record. Make notes, and drawings as you disassemble. You may wish to use a digital camera, or video camera, or at least a cell phone camera, to record your steps. Will help when you go to put it back together )
Additionally;
1) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woKr204wHRE&feature=related
2) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0oO2DCkbHE
Regards,
joecoolvette
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