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... 37 Removing BIOS Passwords 38 Miscellaneous Utilities 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 42 Disassembly Requirements 42 Related Information 42 General Information 43 Pre-disassembly Instructions 43 Disassembly Process 43 External Module Disassembly Process 44 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 44 Removing the Battery Pack 45 Removing the ... Drive Module 49 Removing the DIMM Module 52 Removing the WLAN Board 55 Main Unit Disassembly Process 58 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Removing the Keyboard 60 Removing the Upper Cover 62 Removing the Button Board 66 VII
... 37 Removing BIOS Passwords 38 Miscellaneous Utilities 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 42 Disassembly Requirements 42 Related Information 42 General Information 43 Pre-disassembly Instructions 43 Disassembly Process 43 External Module Disassembly Process 44 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 44 Removing the Battery Pack 45 Removing the ... Drive Module 49 Removing the DIMM Module 52 Removing the WLAN Board 55 Main Unit Disassembly Process 58 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Removing the Keyboard 60 Removing the Upper Cover 62 Removing the Button Board 66 VII
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... the Mainboard 82 Removing the LCD Module 85 Removing the Fan 87 Removing the Thermal Module 89 Removing the CPU 90 LCD Module Disassembly Process 91 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 91 Removing the LCD Bezel 92 Removing the Camera Board 94 Removing the LCD Panel 95 Removing the FPC Cable 96 Removing...
... the Mainboard 82 Removing the LCD Module 85 Removing the Fan 87 Removing the Thermal Module 89 Removing the CPU 90 LCD Module Disassembly Process 91 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 91 Removing the LCD Bezel 92 Removing the Camera Board 94 Removing the LCD Panel 95 Removing the FPC Cable 96 Removing...
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..., ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the disassembly procedures may not represent the actual model. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing... Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
..., ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the disassembly procedures may not represent the actual model. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing... Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
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....007 M2.5*6 (spring tension) 4 86.PEA02.004 43 Chapter 3 Remove the battery pack. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Turn off the power to any of the hardware components.
....007 M2.5*6 (spring tension) 4 86.PEA02.004 43 Chapter 3 Remove the battery pack. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Turn off the power to any of the hardware components.
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... may not represent the final product color or configuration. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Remove Dummy Card Remove Lower Covers Remove DIMMs Remove ...
... may not represent the final product color or configuration. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Remove Dummy Card Remove Lower Covers Remove DIMMs Remove ...
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... ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the disassembly procedures may not represent the actual model. Main Unit Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. NOTE...: The product previews seen in the same position. Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Function Board Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module...
... ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the disassembly procedures may not represent the actual model. Main Unit Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. NOTE...: The product previews seen in the same position. Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Function Board Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module...
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See "External Modules Disassembly Flowchart" on page 44. 2. Turn the computer over and disconnect the following cables from the Mainboard: Chapter 3 62 Remove the screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 18 Screw Type 3. Removing the Upper Cover 1. Remove all external modules.
See "External Modules Disassembly Flowchart" on page 44. 2. Turn the computer over and disconnect the following cables from the Mainboard: Chapter 3 62 Remove the screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 18 Screw Type 3. Removing the Upper Cover 1. Remove all external modules.
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...components, ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the disassembly procedures may not represent the actual model. LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module...Step LCD Bezel LCD Panel Screw M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 4 4 Part No. 86.PEA02.003 86.PEA02.002 91 Chapter 3 LCD Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. NOTE: The product previews seen in the same position....
...components, ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the disassembly procedures may not represent the actual model. LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module...Step LCD Bezel LCD Panel Screw M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 4 4 Part No. 86.PEA02.003 86.PEA02.002 91 Chapter 3 LCD Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. NOTE: The product previews seen in the same position....
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Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Remove any stored power by one until the failure point is still not resolved, see "Disassembly Process" on page 52). 8. Restart the computer. If the Issue is discovered. 6. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST ...
Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Remove any stored power by one until the failure point is still not resolved, see "Disassembly Process" on page 52). 8. Restart the computer. If the Issue is discovered. 6. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST ...
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... be replaced. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same locations on page 191. 155 Chapter 4 See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Check the display resolution is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on battery alone as this ...in the application. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. 5. If display size is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. c. Remove ...
... be replaced. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same locations on page 191. 155 Chapter 4 See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Check the display resolution is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on battery alone as this ...in the application. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. 5. If display size is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. c. Remove ...
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... see Windows Help and Support. 9. Restore system and file settings from a command prompt. Chapter 4 160 Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. b. Click Next. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. Select Repair your computer. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. Restart the computer and press F2 to locate and...
... see Windows Help and Support. 9. Restore system and file settings from a command prompt. Chapter 4 160 Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. b. Click Next. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. Select Repair your computer. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. Restart the computer and press F2 to locate and...
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...cables are connected correctly. 5. Remove and clean the failed disc. 2. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if applicable. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. 163 Chapter 4 Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. a. Check ...cable, if available. b. Check for broken connectors on page 52. a. Replace the ODD. b. Try an alternate cable, if available. See "Disassembly Process" on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time ...
...cables are connected correctly. 5. Remove and clean the failed disc. 2. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if applicable. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. 163 Chapter 4 Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. a. Check ...cable, if available. b. Check for broken connectors on page 52. a. Replace the ODD. b. Try an alternate cable, if available. See "Disassembly Process" on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time ...
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... CPU Fan Replacing 117 Index D DC-In Cable Removing 81 DIMM Module Removing 52 Replacing 141 Display 4 display hotkeys 13 E Euro Key 14 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 44 F Fan Removing 87 Replacing 117 Features 1 FLASH Utility 34 Flash Utility 34 FPC Cable Removing 96 Replacing 107 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List...
... CPU Fan Replacing 117 Index D DC-In Cable Removing 81 DIMM Module Removing 52 Replacing 141 Display 4 display hotkeys 13 E Euro Key 14 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 44 F Fan Removing 87 Replacing 117 Features 1 FLASH Utility 34 Flash Utility 34 FPC Cable Removing 96 Replacing 107 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List...
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... Removing 98 Replacing 106 LCD Cable Removing 96, 107 LCD Failure 156 LCD Module Disassembly 91 Reassembly 103 Removing 85 Replacing 113 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 91 LCD Panel Removing 95 Replacing 108 Lower Covers Replacing 147 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Mainboard Removing 82 Replacing 119 media access on indicator 9 Media Board...
... Removing 98 Replacing 106 LCD Cable Removing 96, 107 LCD Failure 156 LCD Module Disassembly 91 Reassembly 103 Removing 85 Replacing 113 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 91 LCD Panel Removing 95 Replacing 108 Lower Covers Replacing 147 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Mainboard Removing 82 Replacing 119 media access on indicator 9 Media Board...