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    Can't open laptop to change cpu fan.

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Happy Wanderer, Apr 11, 2006.

  1. Happy Wanderer

    Happy Wanderer Newbie

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    I have Sony Vaio PCG-GRT 240G and I woke to find the CPU fan making noise. Shortly it quit altogether. I am trying to open the case but it seems like there is some inaccessable screw holding the thing together somewhere near the center of the space bar. I removed the space bar and the lower keys on the keyboard, but no dice. Anyone know how to open this sucker up? It is out of warranty.
     
    Happy Wanderer, Apr 11, 2006
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  2. Aero

    Aero PC/Mac...Whatever works! NBR Reviewer

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    I would take it to any local computer shop and have them open it...to be safe - considering the warranty period is over.
     
    Aero, Apr 11, 2006
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  3. ZJChaser

    ZJChaser Notebook Consultant

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    I've pulled apart a few sony's and never had a very easy time of it. Not sure on that model though. I'd just say to check trim pieces around the keyboard, if any of them can come off.
     
    ZJChaser, Apr 11, 2006
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