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Release each clip, working from one side to the one in your package. 1. Removing the Keyboard NOTE: The model displayed in this service guide may differ in color to the other. 4. Turn the computer over onto the palm rest. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 2. There are five (5) securing clips that must be released in order to remove the keyboard. 3. Chapter 3 55 Using both hands, gently pry up the keyboard as shown and turn it over and fully open the lid.
Release each clip, working from one side to the one in your package. 1. Removing the Keyboard NOTE: The model displayed in this service guide may differ in color to the other. 4. Turn the computer over onto the palm rest. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 2. There are five (5) securing clips that must be released in order to remove the keyboard. 3. Chapter 3 55 Using both hands, gently pry up the keyboard as shown and turn it over and fully open the lid.
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Screw Type Chapter 3 57 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 2. Step ODD Module Disassembly Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 1 3. Grasp the ODD by the bezel and slide it out of the chassis. Remove the one (1) screw securing the ODD module in place. Removing the ODD Module 1.
Screw Type Chapter 3 57 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 2. Step ODD Module Disassembly Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 1 3. Grasp the ODD by the bezel and slide it out of the chassis. Remove the one (1) screw securing the ODD module in place. Removing the ODD Module 1.
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart NOTE: Use the process highlighted in red to access the Bluetooth module Screw List Step Lower Cover Battery Bay WLAN Module Disassembly USB Module Disassembly HDD Module Screw M2.5*6.5 M2.0*3.0 M2.0*3.0 M2.5*4.0 M2-0.4*2 Quantity 17 6 1 1 1 Part No. 86.ARE07.001 86.ARE07.002 86.ARE07.002 86.ARE07.002 86.W4107.002 Chapter 3 59
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart NOTE: Use the process highlighted in red to access the Bluetooth module Screw List Step Lower Cover Battery Bay WLAN Module Disassembly USB Module Disassembly HDD Module Screw M2.5*6.5 M2.0*3.0 M2.0*3.0 M2.5*4.0 M2-0.4*2 Quantity 17 6 1 1 1 Part No. 86.ARE07.001 86.ARE07.002 86.ARE07.002 86.ARE07.002 86.W4107.002 Chapter 3 59
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Step HDD Carrier Disassembly LCD Module Disassembly Thermal Module Disassembly Mainboard Disassembly Screw M3.0*3.5 M2.5*6.5 M2.5*4.0 M2.5*4.0 Quantity 4 4 1 1 Removing the Lower Cover 1. Remove the twenty three (23) securing screws from the lower cover. Part No. 86.N1407.007 86.ARE07.001 86.R6Z07.001 86.R6Z07.001 Step Lower Cover (red callout) Battery Bay (green callout) Size M2.5*6.5 M2.0*3.0 Quantity 17 6 Screw Type 60 Chapter 3 See "External Modules Disassembly Process" on page 52. 2.
Step HDD Carrier Disassembly LCD Module Disassembly Thermal Module Disassembly Mainboard Disassembly Screw M3.0*3.5 M2.5*6.5 M2.5*4.0 M2.5*4.0 Quantity 4 4 1 1 Removing the Lower Cover 1. Remove the twenty three (23) securing screws from the lower cover. Part No. 86.N1407.007 86.ARE07.001 86.R6Z07.001 86.R6Z07.001 Step Lower Cover (red callout) Battery Bay (green callout) Size M2.5*6.5 M2.0*3.0 Quantity 17 6 Screw Type 60 Chapter 3 See "External Modules Disassembly Process" on page 52. 2.
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Disassembly Overview 1. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 60. 2. This section is an overview of the major components of the main unit. 1 23 9 8 Item 1 2 3 4 5 Description RTC battery LVDS cable Thermal module WLAN module DIMM module(s) 76 5 4 Item 6 7 8 9 Description CPU Bluetooth cable HDD USB module 62 Chapter 3
Disassembly Overview 1. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 60. 2. This section is an overview of the major components of the main unit. 1 23 9 8 Item 1 2 3 4 5 Description RTC battery LVDS cable Thermal module WLAN module DIMM module(s) 76 5 4 Item 6 7 8 9 Description CPU Bluetooth cable HDD USB module 62 Chapter 3
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Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See "Disassembly Overview" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Push out the release latches on page 62. 2. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Chapter 3 63
Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See "Disassembly Overview" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Push out the release latches on page 62. 2. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Chapter 3 63
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Remove the one (1) screw. Step WLAN Module Disassembly Size M2.0*3.0 Quantity 1 Screw Type 64 Chapter 3 Disconnect the two (2) cables from the WLAN board. 3. Removing the WLAN Module 1. See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2.
Remove the one (1) screw. Step WLAN Module Disassembly Size M2.0*3.0 Quantity 1 Screw Type 64 Chapter 3 Disconnect the two (2) cables from the WLAN board. 3. Removing the WLAN Module 1. See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2.
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Screw Type 66 Chapter 3 Lift the USB board upward and away from the USB board. Remove the one (1) screw from the chassis. Step USB Module Disassembly Size M2.5*4.0 Quantity 1 4. 3.
Screw Type 66 Chapter 3 Lift the USB board upward and away from the USB board. Remove the one (1) screw from the chassis. Step USB Module Disassembly Size M2.5*4.0 Quantity 1 4. 3.
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See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2. Remove the one (1) screw securing the HDD module to disconnect the interface. 68 Chapter 3 Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD module in the direction of the arrow to the mainboard. Removing the HDD Module 1. Step HDD Module Size M2-0.4*2 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3.
See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2. Remove the one (1) screw securing the HDD module to disconnect the interface. 68 Chapter 3 Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD module in the direction of the arrow to the mainboard. Removing the HDD Module 1. Step HDD Module Size M2-0.4*2 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3.
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Remove the adhesive ground wire from the cable guides. 4. Unlock and disconnect the LVDS cable. 70 Chapter 3 Remove the WLAN antennas from the fan housing. 3. See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2. Removing the LCD Module 1.
Remove the adhesive ground wire from the cable guides. 4. Unlock and disconnect the LVDS cable. 70 Chapter 3 Remove the WLAN antennas from the fan housing. 3. See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2. Removing the LCD Module 1.
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5. Step LCD Module Disassembly Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 4 Screw Type 6. Remove the four (4) screws from the LCD module (2). 2 1 Chapter 3 71 Tilt the upper cover upwards slightly (1) and separate it from the left and right hinges.
5. Step LCD Module Disassembly Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 4 Screw Type 6. Remove the four (4) screws from the LCD module (2). 2 1 Chapter 3 71 Tilt the upper cover upwards slightly (1) and separate it from the left and right hinges.
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Loosen the four (4) captive screws (in numerical order from 1 to 4) and remove the one (1) screw from the fan module. 4 1 3 Step Thermal Module Disassembly Size M2.5*4.0 (green callout) 2 Quantity 1 Screw Type 72 Chapter 3 See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2. Disconnect the fan cable as shown. 3. Removing the Thermal Module 1.
Loosen the four (4) captive screws (in numerical order from 1 to 4) and remove the one (1) screw from the fan module. 4 1 3 Step Thermal Module Disassembly Size M2.5*4.0 (green callout) 2 Quantity 1 Screw Type 72 Chapter 3 See "Disassembly Overview" on page 62. 2. Disconnect the fan cable as shown. 3. Removing the Thermal Module 1.
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Removing the CPU 1. Using a slotted screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown. IMPORTANT:Place the thermal module on page 72. 2. Carefully lift up the thermal module assembly and remove it is not installed. 4. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on a clean, dry surface when it from the mainboard. Chapter 3 73
Removing the CPU 1. Using a slotted screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown. IMPORTANT:Place the thermal module on page 72. 2. Carefully lift up the thermal module assembly and remove it is not installed. 4. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on a clean, dry surface when it from the mainboard. Chapter 3 73
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Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the mainboard. 76 Chapter 3 Turn the mainboard over and locate the Bluetooth module. 3. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 74. 2.
Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the mainboard. 76 Chapter 3 Turn the mainboard over and locate the Bluetooth module. 3. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 74. 2.
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Step LCD Bezel Disassembly Size M2.5*5.0 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Pry the bezel upwards at the top of the LCD module releasing it from the LCD module. Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 70. 2. Remove the two (2) bezel screws from the latches. 80 Chapter 3
Step LCD Bezel Disassembly Size M2.5*5.0 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Pry the bezel upwards at the top of the LCD module releasing it from the LCD module. Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 70. 2. Remove the two (2) bezel screws from the latches. 80 Chapter 3
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Separate the hinges from the LCD panel. Remove the six (6) screws, three on page 83. 2. Lift the LCD panel clear of the LCD cover as shown. Remove the LCD Hinges 1. Step LCD Hinge Disassembly Size M2.0*3.0 Quantity 6 Screw Type 84 Chapter 3 See "Removing the LCD Panel" on each side. 4.
Separate the hinges from the LCD panel. Remove the six (6) screws, three on page 83. 2. Lift the LCD panel clear of the LCD cover as shown. Remove the LCD Hinges 1. Step LCD Hinge Disassembly Size M2.0*3.0 Quantity 6 Screw Type 84 Chapter 3 See "Removing the LCD Panel" on each side. 4.
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Replacing the Camera (CCD) Module 1. NOTE: Take care not to fix the adhesive. 92 Chapter 3 Place the CCD module onto the LCD cover. Apply gentle pressure to damage the cable. 2. Connect the CCD cable as shown.
Replacing the Camera (CCD) Module 1. NOTE: Take care not to fix the adhesive. 92 Chapter 3 Place the CCD module onto the LCD cover. Apply gentle pressure to damage the cable. 2. Connect the CCD cable as shown.
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... Type Chapter 3 101 Align the screw holes on the mainboard, then replace the module. Remove all heat pads are approved for use: • Thermal grease compound • Eapus PSX-D • Thermal pad • LairdTech T-F-7 1. Tighten the four (4) captive screws (in place before replacing the thermal module The following thermal materials are in numerical order from the CPU and thermal module using a lint-free cloth...
... Type Chapter 3 101 Align the screw holes on the mainboard, then replace the module. Remove all heat pads are approved for use: • Thermal grease compound • Eapus PSX-D • Thermal pad • LairdTech T-F-7 1. Tighten the four (4) captive screws (in place before replacing the thermal module The following thermal materials are in numerical order from the CPU and thermal module using a lint-free cloth...
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4. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD module in the direction of the arrow to the upper cover. Step HDD Module Assembly Size M2-0.4*2 Quantity 1 Screw Type 106 Chapter 3 Replace the one (1) screw to secure the HDD module to connect the interface. 5.
4. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD module in the direction of the arrow to the upper cover. Step HDD Module Assembly Size M2-0.4*2 Quantity 1 Screw Type 106 Chapter 3 Replace the one (1) screw to secure the HDD module to connect the interface. 5.
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Replacing the USB Board 1. Place the USB board onto the chassis. 2. Replace one (1) screw to the USB board. Connect and lock the USB FFC to secure the USB board. Repeat for the mainboard connector. 108 Chapter 3 Step USB Board Assembly Size M2.5*4.0 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3.
Replacing the USB Board 1. Place the USB board onto the chassis. 2. Replace one (1) screw to the USB board. Connect and lock the USB FFC to secure the USB board. Repeat for the mainboard connector. 108 Chapter 3 Step USB Board Assembly Size M2.5*4.0 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3.
