Sony VPCSA - User Manual

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SERVICE MANUAL
Revision History
Design and specifications are subject to change
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9-890-859-05
Ver.5-2012E
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VPCSA3AJ
VPCSB38FJ/B
VPCSB38FJ/L
VPCSB38FJ/P
VPCSB38FJ/W
VPCSB39FJ/B
VPCSB3AJ
VPCSA31FX/BI
VPCSA31FX/SI
VPCSA31GX/BI
VPCSA31GX/SI
VPCSA33GX/BI
VPCSA33GX/SI
VPCSA35GX/BI
VPCSA35GX/SI
VPCSA390X
VPCSA3AFX/BI
VPCSA3AFX/SI
VPCSB31FX/B
VPCSB31FX/L
VPCSB31FX/P
VPCSB31FX/R
VPCSB31FX/W
VPCSB33GX/B
VPCSB33GX/L
VPCSB33GX/P
VPCSB33GX/R
VPCSB33GX/W
VPCSB35FX/B
VPCSB35FX/L
VPCSB35FX/P
VPCSB35FX/R
VPCSB35FX/W
VPCSB390X
VPCSC31FM/S
VPCSA31GS/SI
VPCSA33GS/BI
VPCSA35GB/SI
VPCSA35GL/BI
VPCSA390S
VPCSB31FD/B
VPCSB31FD/P
VPCSB31FD/R
VPCSB31FD/S
VPCSB35FB/B
VPCSB35FL/B
VPCSB35FL/S
VPCSB35FL/W
VPCSB390L
VPCSB390S
VPCSA3S9R/XI
VPCSA3T9E/XI
VPCSA3V9E/XI
VPCSA3X9E/XI
VPCSA3X9R/XI
VPCSA3Z9E/XI
VPCSA3Z9R/T
VPCSA3Z9R/XI
VPCSB3C5E
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VPCSB3L9E/R
VPCSB3L9E/S
VPCSB3L9E/W
VPCSB3M1R/L
VPCSB3M1R/P
VPCSB3M1R/R
VPCSB3M1R/W
VPCSB3M9E/B
VPCSB3M9E/S
VPCSB3N9E/B
VPCSB3N9E/S
VPCSB3Q9E/P
VPCSB3Q9E/S
VPCSB3Q9E/W
VPCSB3S9E/B
VPCSB3T9E/R
VPCSB3V9E/B
VPCSB3V9R/B
VPCSB3V9R/S
VPCSB3X9E/B
VPCSB3Z9E/B
VPCSB3Z9R/B
VPCSB35FG/S
VPCSB35FG/W
VPCSB35FH/L
VPCSB35FH/P
VPCSB35FW/B
VPCSB35FW/L
VPCSB35FW/P
VPCSB35FW/R
VPCSB35FW/S
VPCSB35FW/W
VPCSB36FA/B
VPCSB36FA/L
VPCSB36FA/R
VPCSB36FA/S
VPCSB36FF/B
VPCSB36FG/B
VPCSB36FG/L
VPCSB36FG/P
VPCSB36FG/R
VPCSB36FG/S
VPCSB36FG/W
VPCSB36FH/P
VPCSB36FH/R
VPCSB36FH/W
VPCSB36FK/B
VPCSB36FK/P
VPCSB36FK/W
VPCSB36FN/B
VPCSB36FN/L
VPCSB36FN/P
VPCSB36FN/S
VPCSB36FW/B
VPCSB36FW/P
VPCSB36FW/W
VPCSB37GA/B
VPCSB37GG/B
VPCSB37GG/S
VPCSB37GH/B
VPCSB37GK/B
VPCSB37GW/S
VPCSB38GA/B
VPCSB38GF/B
VPCSB38GG/B
VPCSB38GG/S
VPCSB38GH/B
VPCSB38GW/B
VPCSA3C5E
VPCSA3J1E/XI
VPCSA3L9E/XI
VPCSA3M9E/XI
VPCSA3N9E/XI
VPCSA3Q9E/XI
VPCSA3S9E/XI
VPCSA33GW/BI
VPCSA33GW/T
VPCSA35GG/BI
VPCSA35GG/T
VPCSA35GH/T
VPCSA35GK/BI
VPCSA36GA/BI
VPCSA36GG/BI
VPCSA36GG/T
VPCSA36GH/BI
VPCSA36GK/BI
VPCSA36GW/BI
VPCSA37GK/X
VPCSA38GA/X
VPCSA38GG/X
VPCSA38GW/X
VPCSB35FA/B
VPCSB35FA/L
VPCSB35FA/W
VPCSB35FG/B
VPCSB35FG/L
VPCSB35FH/S
VPCSB35FG/P
VPCSB35FG/R
VPCSA300C
VPCSD300C

Summary

Service Manual Overview and Revision History

Service and Inspection Precautions

Precautionary Markings and Instructions

Obey all precautionary markings and instructions from manuals and documents.

Use Designated Parts

Ensure replacement parts possess the same safety characteristics as originals.

Follow Original Design for Mounting

Duplicate original layout for safety features when mounting parts and routing wires.

Post-Service Inspection

Inspect all components, wiring, and area for damage and safety after service.

Chip Component Replacement

Never reuse components; handle tantalum capacitors carefully due to heat sensitivity.

Flexible Print Board Handling

Use correct soldering iron temperature and handle patterns gently to prevent damage.

Block Diagram

Frame Harness Diagram (Top)

Frame Harness Diagram (Bottom)

Exploded Views and Parts List

Screws Parts List

List of screws used in various assemblies, identified by part number.

Palmrest Parts List

Exploded view and parts list for the palmrest assembly.

Main Board Parts List

Exploded view and parts list for the main board assembly.

Bottom Assembly Parts List

Exploded view and parts list for the bottom assembly.

ODD Parts List

Exploded view and parts list for the optical disk drive.

HDD Parts List

Exploded view and parts list for the hard disk drive and SSD.

LCD Parts List (Hot)

Exploded view and parts list for the hot LCD assembly.

LCD Parts List (Mild)

Exploded view and parts list for the mild LCD assembly.

Accessories Parts List

List of accessories including power cord, battery pack, and adapters.

LCD DIP Switch Settings

WWAN DIP Switch Settings

WWAN Board Replacement Notes

WIMAX Board Replacement Notes

Motherboard Handling Method

Revision History

Sony VPCSA Specifications

General

Model	VPCSA
Category	Laptop
Battery	Lithium-ion
Display	13.3-inch
Resolution	1366x768
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Operating System	Windows 7