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... Components 1 Identifying the notebook model 2 Identifying components 3 Preparing your work space 4 Preventing static electricity discharge 5 Tape 5 Preparing the notebook 6 Removing the battery 6 Adding or replacing memory modules 7 Replacing the DVD drive 11 Replacing the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card 22 Replacing the...
... Components 1 Identifying the notebook model 2 Identifying components 3 Preparing your work space 4 Preventing static electricity discharge 5 Tape 5 Preparing the notebook 6 Removing the battery 6 Adding or replacing memory modules 7 Replacing the DVD drive 11 Replacing the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card 22 Replacing the...
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...; Identifying the notebook model • Identifying components • Preparing your work space • Preventing static electricity discharge • Preparing the notebook • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the cooling assembly • Replacing the processor • Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card • Replacing...
...; Identifying the notebook model • Identifying components • Preparing your work space • Preventing static electricity discharge • Preparing the notebook • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the cooling assembly • Replacing the processor • Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card • Replacing...
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... prepare the notebook for maintenance: 1 Make sure that the DVD drive does not contain a disc. 2 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards and memory cards. 3 Turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before you restore power or reconnect the...
... prepare the notebook for maintenance: 1 Make sure that the DVD drive does not contain a disc. 2 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards and memory cards. 3 Turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before you restore power or reconnect the...
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Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for this task: 1 black (keyboard) Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 7
Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for this task: 1 black (keyboard) Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 7
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Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Screws Screws 8 Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Screws Screws 8 Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on the clip at each end of the thumb notch. Thumb notch 5 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the end of the cover opposite of the memory module until the module tilts up. 9
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on the clip at each end of the thumb notch. Thumb notch 5 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the end of the cover opposite of the memory module until the module tilts up. 9
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Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. This module is marked with the tab in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 10 Replacing Notebook Components 6 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 7 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 8 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 9 Replace the keyboard screw.
Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. This module is marked with the tab in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 10 Replacing Notebook Components 6 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 7 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 8 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 9 Replace the keyboard screw.
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Thumb notch 12 Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
Thumb notch 12 Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
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www.gateway.com 5 Remove the DVD drive screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with the screw removed in the bay. 8 Secure the DVD drive with a K. 13 Screw 6 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket. DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the drive fits securely in Step 5. 9 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 10 Replace the keyboard screw.
www.gateway.com 5 Remove the DVD drive screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with the screw removed in the bay. 8 Secure the DVD drive with a K. 13 Screw 6 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket. DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the drive fits securely in Step 5. 9 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 10 Replace the keyboard screw.
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Thumb notch 15 Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Thumb notch 15 Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them in the numbered holes, tighten them . Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in numerical order.
Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them in the numbered holes, tighten them . Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in numerical order.
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Thumb notch 32 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Replacing Notebook Components 5 Close the LCD panel, turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
Thumb notch 32 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Replacing Notebook Components 5 Close the LCD panel, turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
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... The screw hole is facing up, then replace the keyboard screws removed in Step 8. 21 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 22 Replace the keyboard screw removed in Step 3. www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard to damage the LCD panel...
... The screw hole is facing up, then replace the keyboard screws removed in Step 8. 21 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 22 Replace the keyboard screw removed in Step 3. www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard to damage the LCD panel...
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... - bottom) 2 chrome (modem) Select models only 4 black (system board) To replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing...
... - bottom) 2 chrome (modem) Select models only 4 black (system board) To replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing...
8512055 - Component Replacement Manual
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...notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Screw 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). See your Reference Guide... part of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their respective companies. 1 Before working with a K. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from ...
...notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Screw 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). See your Reference Guide... part of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their respective companies. 1 Before working with a K. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from ...
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...and replace any PC Cards. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay. 12 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed...on the bottom of the drive bay by pushing on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect ...
...and replace any PC Cards. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay. 12 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed...on the bottom of the drive bay by pushing on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect ...
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...8226; Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are extremely sensitive to use them in a safe place. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Screw Screw 11 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook... registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Keyboard 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put them . All other countries. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws and...
...8226; Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are extremely sensitive to use them in a safe place. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Screw Screw 11 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook... registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Keyboard 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put them . All other countries. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws and...
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... their respective companies. The keyboard should be damaged when you so it up . 9 Replace the two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook. All rights reserved....the keyboard. 16 Slowly rotate the keyboard toward the front of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful not to press down on the bottom of the notebook, insert the cable into place. Technical Support See ...
... their respective companies. The keyboard should be damaged when you so it up . 9 Replace the two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook. All rights reserved....the keyboard. 16 Slowly rotate the keyboard toward the front of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful not to press down on the bottom of the notebook, insert the cable into place. Technical Support See ...
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... 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Technical Support See the label on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide ...• Touch a bare metal surface on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All other countries. Before working with a K. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Avoid touching the ...
... 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Technical Support See the label on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide ...• Touch a bare metal surface on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All other countries. Before working with a K. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Avoid touching the ...
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... Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. 17 Turn on your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of Gateway, Inc. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in...All other countries. See your Reference Guide for your notebook. Important Use only memory modules designed for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. 8 If you are removing a memory module, gently press outward on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care ...
... Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. 17 Turn on your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of Gateway, Inc. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in...All other countries. See your Reference Guide for your notebook. Important Use only memory modules designed for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. 8 If you are removing a memory module, gently press outward on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care ...