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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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... Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge...IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to disassemble the notebook computer for the different components vary in the same position. Chapter 3 42 During ...
... Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge...IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to disassemble the notebook computer for the different components vary in the same position. Chapter 3 42 During ...
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... do the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that order. General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you must first remove ...the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Remove the battery pack. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part Number M2.5*4 6 ...
... do the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that order. General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you must first remove ...the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Remove the battery pack. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part Number M2.5*4 6 ...
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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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... 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 Remove Left Speaker... 3 58 During the removal and replacement of 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.
... 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 Remove Left Speaker... 3 58 During the removal and replacement of 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.
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Turn the computer over and disconnect the following cables from the Mainboard: Chapter 3 62 Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 18 Screw Type 3. Remove the screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. 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 Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 18 Screw Type 3. Remove the screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Removing the Upper Cover 1. Remove all external modules. See "External Modules Disassembly Flowchart" on page 44. 2.
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LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD Brackets Remove LCD FPC Cable ... and replacement of 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 Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. NOTE: The product previews seen...
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD Brackets Remove LCD FPC Cable ... and replacement of 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 Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. NOTE: The product previews seen...
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If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 156. 5. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the ...
If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 156. 5. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the ...
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...and should be replaced. 5. e. Check the Device Manager to the previous version if updated. 7. If the Issue is properly installed. See "Disassembly Process" on page 191. If display size is not running on page 191. 155 Chapter 4 d. Roll back the video driver to determine... is virus free. 3. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to the desired resolution. Replace the Motherboard. 6. See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Click and drag the Resolution slider to ensure the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on...
...and should be replaced. 5. e. Check the Device Manager to the previous version if updated. 7. If the Issue is properly installed. See "Disassembly Process" on page 191. If display size is not running on page 191. 155 Chapter 4 d. Roll back the video driver to determine... is virus free. 3. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to the desired resolution. Replace the Motherboard. 6. See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Click and drag the Resolution slider to ensure the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on...
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... in the ODD and restart the computer. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. Chapter 4 160 Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. f. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. b. e. When complete, click Finish.
... in the ODD and restart the computer. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. Chapter 4 160 Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. f. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. b. e. When complete, click Finish.
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...one at a time to the ODD. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. 163 Chapter 4 a. Replace the ODD. Navigate to enter the BIOS Utility. 2. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings... computer and press F2 to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. Play a DVD movie f. See "Disassembly Process" on the Information page. c. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced. 3. If the drive works with...
...one at a time to the ODD. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on page 52. 163 Chapter 4 a. Replace the ODD. Navigate to enter the BIOS Utility. 2. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings... computer and press F2 to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. Play a DVD movie f. See "Disassembly Process" on the Information page. c. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced. 3. If the drive works with...
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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...