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Sony Corporation
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9-872-093-41
PCG-XE7 (I)
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English
2000G1605-1
© 2000 Sony Corporation
Printed in U.S.A.
VAIO Customer Link (JAPAN)
PCG-XE7
International Model
SERVICE MANUAL
NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
9-872-093-41
S400
PCG-XE7
(I)
9-872-093-41
2000G1605-1
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Service and Inspection Precautions
1. Obey precautionary markings and instructions
Labels and stamps on the cabinet, chassis, and components identify areas
requiring special precautions. Be sure to observe these precautions, as well
as all precautions listed in the operating manual and other associated
documents.
2. Use designated parts only
The set's components possess important safety characteristics, such as
noncombustibility and the ability to tolerate large voltages. Be sure that
replacement parts possess the same safety characteristics as the originals.
Also remember that the 0 mark, which appears in circuit diagrams and
parts lists, denotes components that have particularly important safety
functions; be extra sure to use only the designated components.
3. Always follow the original design when mounting
parts and routing wires
The original layout includes various safety features, such as inclusion of
insulating materials (tubes and tape) and the mounting of parts above the
printer board. In addition, internal wiring has been routed and clamped so
as to keep it away from hot or high-voltage parts. When mounting parts or
routing wires, therefore, be sure to duplicate the original layout.
4. Inspect after completing service
After servicing, inspect to make sure that all screws, components, and wiring
have been returned to their original condition. Also check the area around
the repair location to ensure that repair work has caused no damage, and
confirm safety.
5. When replacing chip components...
Never reuse components. Also remember that the negative side of tantalum
capacitors is easily damaged by heat.
6. When handling flexible print boards...
· The temperature of the soldering-iron tip should be about 270C.
· Do not apply the tip more than three times to the same pattern.
· Handle patterns with care; never apply force.
Caution: Remember that hard disk drives are easily damaged by
vibration. Always handle with care.
Caution Markings for Lithium/Ion Battery - The following or similar
texts shall be provided on battery pack of equipment or in both the
operating and the service instructions.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION: The battery pack used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat
above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
CAUTION: Changing the back up battery.
· Overcharging, short circuiting, reverse charging, multilation or
incineration of the cells must be avoided to prevent one or more of
the following occurrences; release of toxic materials, release of
hydrogen and/or oxygen gas, rise in surface temperature.
· If a cell has leaked or vented, it should be replaced immediately.
Use protection when handling battery.
ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT
À LA SÉCURITÉ!
LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFÉS PAR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES
DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT
CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE
REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY
DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU
DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1. REMOVAL
1-1. Flowchart ......................................................................... 1-1
1-2. Main Electrical Parts Location Diagram ......................... 1-1
1-3. Removal ........................................................................... 1-2
1. Hinge Cover ..................................................................... 1-2
2. Keyboard Unit .................................................................. 1-2
3. HDD Assy ........................................................................ 1-3
4. Hou Flap Assy, Flap Base Plate ....................................... 1-3
5. Hou Palmrest Assy, Display Base, IFX-70 Board ........... 1-4
6. Display Assy .................................................................... 1-4
7. MBX-25 Board Assy (1) .................................................. 1-5
8. Speaker Assy, V/L Richargeable Battery,
CNX-75 Board, ANL-17 Board ....................................... 1-5
9. MBX-25 Board Assy (2) .................................................. 1-6
10. Flash Panel, Bezel Housing Assy .................................... 1-7
11. LCD Unit, Inverter Assy, LCD Flexible Print ................. 1-8
(to 1-8)
CHAPTER 2. SELF DIAGNOSTICS
2-1. Required Tools and Peripheral Devices ........................... 2-1
2-2. Tools and Peripheral Device Connection ......................... 2-3
2-3. Starting up the Service Diagnostics ................................. 2-4
2-4. Outline of Service Diagnostics Functions ....................... 2-4
(to 2-6)
CHAPTER 3. BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................... 3-1
(to 3-2)
CHAPTER 4. FRAME HARNESS DIAGRAM ........ 4-1
(to 4-2)
CHAPTER 5. EXPLODED VIEWS AND
PARTS LIST ............................................ 5-1
5-1. Main Section .................................................................... 5-2
5-2. LCD Section Made by HI .......................................... 5-5
(to 5-6)
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APPENDIX
CHAPTER 1. SPECIFICATIONS..................................1-1
CHAPTER 2. OVERVIEW
2-1. Locating Controls and Connectors ....................................2-1
CHAPTER 3. SERVICE INFORMATION
3-1. Install Procedure after the Hard Disk is Replaced.............3-1
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CHAPTER 1.
REMOVAL
1-1. Flowchart
· P XX refers to page numbers that appear in this manual.
· Remember that hard disk drives are easily damaged by vibration. Always handle with care.
1-2. Main Electrical Parts Location Diagram
LCD Unit
Inverter Assy
CNX-74 board
Battery Pack
CNX-75 board
IFX-70 board
ANL-17 board
FD Drive
or
CD-RW Drive
or
Battery Pack Weight Saver
RO-31 board
HDD
CPU Module
MBX-25 board
Touch Pad
Speaker
Speaker
PWS-7 board
SO-DIMM
POWER
OFF
FDD
CD-R
BATTERY
PACK
P 1-7
P 1-7
P 1-8
P 1-8
P 1-8
P 1-4
DISPLAY
ASSY
P 1-5
HEAT
SINK U
P 1-5
MBX-25
ASSY (1)
BEZEL
HOUSING
ASSY
LCD
UNIT
INVERTER
ASSY
FLASH
PANEL
LCD
CABLE
P 1-2
P 1-2
P 1-3
KEY BOARD
UNIT
HOU FLAP
ASSY
HINGE
COVER
DC FAN
P 1-6
P 1-6
P 1-6
CPU
CNX-74
BOARD
PWS-7
BOARD
P 1-6
P 1-4
HOU PALM
REST
FLAP BASE
PLATE
SO-DIMM
P 1-3
P 1-3
HDD
P 1-5
P 1-5
P 1-5
LITHIUM
BATTERY
CNX-75
BOARD
SPEAKER
ASSY
P 1-6
P 1-6
I/O
BRACKET
P 1-6
P 1-6
RO-31
BOARD
PC CARD
CONNECTOR
P 1-6
MBX-25
BOARD
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1-3.Removal
1. Hinge Cover
2. Keyboard Unit
1
Hinge Cover (L)
1
Hinge Cover (R)
2
3
1
0-Number P3 Kind
Screw (M2)
2
3
4
Keyboard Unit
Latch (Key)
MBX-25 board
CN902
5
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