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    Sony Vaio Hard Drive Failure

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Falazan, Oct 15, 2012.

  1. Falazan

    Falazan Newbie

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    Hello. I've had a Sony Vaio laptop for quite a bit. Just a couple of days ago, it started to give me an error. The error was: "Operating system not found". I read about it online and contacted Sony as well. Sony told me it was a hard drive failure. I needed a replacement hard drive. I asked for the part number. The part number that I was given is A1811344A. After searching that part number, I saw the prices. $400 for a hard drive replacement is outrageous and of course I wouldn't pay that. I'd rather buy a new laptop. So, I proceeded to open the case and take out the hard drive and note the hard drive details. They are: Hitachi 5K750-500 HTS547550A9E384. I searched for this particular hard drive. I have seen it for $60. That is reasonable. However, this is where I got confused. Why is the so-called "official" replacement part $400? Does it come with something extra that is needed? Would the $60 one not come with the metal support needed to screw it in or attach it in? Could someone please provide some information regarding this? I'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you. :)
     
  2. shravan89

    shravan89 Newbie

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    Assuming your laptop is out of warranty, better give it to a local technician, it'll be wise as he won't charge you a bomb to replace the hard disk.
    Sony's laptops run good, not doubt, but once they break down they start breaking down often.
     
  3. neil666

    neil666 Newbie

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    Yes, just buy a new hard drive. You can replace it yourself and re-install.

    the extra cost is just the usual manufacturer's customer service rip-off.
     
  4. teslas

    teslas Notebook Consultant

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    U can buy any brand, model, type of drive up want. Forget about staying with the official Sony drive.
    It's like are tires just because u put new tires on your car, u can often find better. Cheaper, and nicer tires that the one it came with.


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