Sony Vaio VPCCW17FX Fan Replacement
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Last updated on Nov 25, 2022
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide provides users with a step-by-step process for accessing and replacing the fan component. This guide will be helpful to users who need to clean the fan or replace a damaged fan.
What you need
Tools
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Remove the battery by pinching the two lock tabs towards the center.
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Next, lift up on the battery to remove it.
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Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the twenty-two 5.6 mm screws from the back of the laptop.
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Now, remove the small covers from the back of the case.
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Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the three 5.6 mm screws from the covers (one screw on the RAM cover [middle] and two screws on the Hard Drive cover [bottom right]).
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Then, lift up on and remove these covers as shown in the third image.
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Remove the hard drive.
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Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the two remaining 4.9 mm screws holding the hard drive into place.
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Next, lift up and pull outwards to release the hard drive from its socket.
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Using your fingers, grasp the black tab and lightly pull up on the ribbon cable to detach it from the motherboard.
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After proper removal of all necessary screws, gently lift up on the back case to remove it.
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Locate the fan (top-right corner of the computer).
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Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the six 2.7 mm screws that secure the fan to the motherboard.
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Using a Japanese Industrial Standard #00 screwdriver, unscrew four 3.7 mm screws located on the casing of the fan.
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Using your fingers, grasp the white tab and firmly, yet gently, pull up on the wire to disconnect it from the motherboard.
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Ask FixBot
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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