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SERVICE MANUAL
Ver 2-2004E
Revision History
Area
Model
VGN-A50B
VGN-A60B
VGN-A60PS*
Japanese
Japanese
VGN-A60S*
VGN-A70P
VGN-A70PS*
VGN-A70S*
VGN-A130*
VGN-A130P*
US
American
VGN-A170*
Canadian
VGN-A170P*
VGN-A190
VGN-A115B
VGN-A115S
VGN-A117S
AEP
European
VGN-A195EP
UK
VGN-A195HP
VGN-A197VP
VGN-A197XP
VGN-A15GP
International
VGN-A17GP
Thai
VGN-A17SP
Asian/Oceania/
South Africa
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VGN-A50B/A60B/A60PS/A60S/A70P/A70PS/A70S
VGN-A115B/A115S/A117S/A195EP/A195HP/A197VP/A197XP
Illust : VGN-A70P
VGN-A130/A130P/A170/A170P/A190
VGN-A15GP/A17GP/A17SP
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Summarization of Contents
Service and Inspection Precautions
Precautionary Markings and Instructions
Observe all safety markings and instructions in manuals.
Use Designated Parts Only
Use only specified parts with the same safety characteristics.
Follow Original Design for Mounting and Wiring
Maintain original layout and wiring for safety.
Inspect After Service
Check for proper reassembly and damage after service.
Chip Component Replacement Precautions
Never reuse components; handle tantalum capacitors carefully.
Handling Flexible Print Boards
Follow specific guidelines for handling flexible circuit boards.
Chapter 1: Specifications
Model Specifications
Detailed specifications for various VGN-A series models.
CTO Information
Information related to Configure-to-Order models.
Chapter 2: Block Diagrams
VGN-A Series Block Diagram
Block diagram for the VGN-A series main unit.
Port Replicator Block Diagram
Block diagram for the Port Replicator (VGP-PRAV1).
Chapter 3: Frame Harness Diagrams
VGN-A Series Frame Harness Diagram
Frame harness diagram for the VGN-A series.
Port Replicator Frame Harness Diagram
Frame harness diagram for the Port Replicator.
Chapter 4: Exploded Views and Parts Lists
Palmrest Exploded View and Parts
Exploded views and parts list for the palmrest.
Main Board Exploded View and Parts
Exploded views and parts list for the main board.
Bottom Assembly Exploded View and Parts
Exploded views and parts list for the bottom assembly.
Optical Drive Exploded View and Parts
Exploded views and parts list for the optical drive.
Accessory Parts List
Parts list for various accessories.
LCD 17-inch WUXGA (Clear Black LCD)
Parts List
Detailed list of parts for the 17-inch LCD assembly.
LCD 15-inch SXGA+ (Clear Black LCD)
Parts List
Detailed list of parts for the 15-inch SXGA+ LCD assembly.
LCD 15-inch XGA (Normal, High Brightness)
Parts List
Detailed list of parts for the 15-inch XGA LCD assembly.
Accessories
Accessory Items and Models
List of available accessories and their compatibility with models.
DIP Switch Settings
CTO Model DIP Switch Configuration
DIP switch settings for CTO models based on LCD type.
Chapter 5: Others
Barcode Label Information
Information on the location and use of barcode labels.
CPU Replacement Procedure
Step-by-step guide for removing and installing the CPU.
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