Comments on: How to disassemble Sony Vaio TZ laptop and remove hard drive

By: AlexC

AlexC — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:06:39 +0000

This almost solves my problem. I want to upgrade my TZ27 to 2GB long time ago but do not brave enough to disassemble the NB until now. It would be perfect if you can show me where the hidden memory slot inside. Thanks a lot.

By: Paulo

Paulo — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 07:12:29 +0000

I got the TZ298N/NX with a Samsung 64SSD >>
Upgrading to a Runcore PRO IV 128GB >> or PHOTOFAST G Monster V4
Price diff Runcore +/- $420 Photofast +/- $600
Just wondering what is the pin count 40 or 44??

Nice photos/very helpful info.I am going 4 it

By: Dave

Dave — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:52:50 +0000

Shame, found the CPU for £70 but the CPU+MB = £350 and simply not worth it (buy a whole netbook for less) Thanks for your reply

By: Laptop Tech

Laptop Tech — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:52:53 +0000

Dave,

I’d like to replace the CPU 1.06 – 1.33 can I simply swap them over or is the CPU soldered to the motherboard?

If you google for Vaio TZ motherboard, you’ll find some pictures.
It looks like the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be replaced.

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:57:45 +0000

I’d like to replace the CPU 1.06 – 1.33 can I simply swap them over or is the CPU soldered to the motherboard?

By: UKSherminator

UKSherminator — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 16:36:57 +0000

Hi, does anyone know where I can get a replacement cable from the motherboard as shown above?

Thanks in advance

By: informale

informale — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:13:09 +0000

Sunny, you can choose here. Just remember that you need 1.8" drive with ZIF connector.

By: Sunny

Sunny — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 20:19:44 +0000

Thanks for the guide.
At the moment I have the standard supplied HDD….but I would like to install a SSD.

I am a little unclear what type I need…could you please confirm for me the exact name/type I need…..?
Perhaps provide a link as an example…?

Also what capacity I can go up to….?

Thank you for any assistance.

By: victor

victor — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:11:13 +0000

can i use toshiba hdd MK2529GSG to sony tz? i know its a sata and not pata like the one you replaced it with but i want to know if theres gonna be a problem upgrading to a bigger hdd like battery life or over heating problems and can you guys tell me whats the best model of sony tz with a dvd drive? im looking forward at buying the 195n/xc or just buy a cheaper model and upgrade the hdd? thanks

By: Laptop Tech

Laptop Tech — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:03:01 +0000

Steve Li,

I have put everything back after installed the SSD, but the keyboard no longer work (mouse pad is still functioning). What can I do now?

If the cable is damaged, I guess you’ll have to replace it.
If the cable looks undamaged, make sure it’s connected to the motherboard correctly. Maybe the connection is loose.