Sony PCG-NV170P VAIO User Guide (primary manual) User Manual page 37

To remove a device while the computer is off
1.
Slide and hold the multipurpose bay Release switch in the release position while you gently pull the device from
the bay.
Multipurpose Bay Release Switch
If you do not plan to install another device into the multipurpose bay, insert the supplied weigh saver to protect
the bay.
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