Hi dean19xian,
Thank you for considering Sony Community!
We always recommend visiting Sony Authorized Service Center for assistance on any hardware-related issue on Vaio units. Contacting any third-party repair center is optional.
For best assistance regarding your concern, please contact the Sony offices/Sony representative offices nearest to your place of residence in Asia Pacific region http://www.sony-asia.com/countryselector.html?hpid=countryselector:AsiaPacific. Due to proximity, they are in a better position to respond to your questions or concerns.
Regards,
Vincent
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