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Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps. (for removal. Ventilation slots and cooling fan Release the battery for TravelMate 4200) Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Description Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Note: Do ... has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. Aspire Series: 18 Chapter 1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Battery bay Helps keep the computer cool.
Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps. (for removal. Ventilation slots and cooling fan Release the battery for TravelMate 4200) Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Description Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Note: Do ... has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. Aspire Series: 18 Chapter 1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Battery bay Helps keep the computer cool.
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For example, if you want to remove the system board, you on the components that order. Start Battery Pack B*1 D*1 System Fan B*4 Thermal Module F*1 ODD Module CPU D*5 F*1 Thermal Door Memory Lower Case Assembly F*1 Mimi Cover F*2 HDD Door H*4 HDD Bracket HDD Middle Cover F*2 Keyboard C*2 LCD hinges to logic D*2 LCD hinges to logic ...Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to be...
For example, if you want to remove the system board, you on the components that order. Start Battery Pack B*1 D*1 System Fan B*4 Thermal Module F*1 ODD Module CPU D*5 F*1 Thermal Door Memory Lower Case Assembly F*1 Mimi Cover F*2 HDD Door H*4 HDD Bracket HDD Middle Cover F*2 Keyboard C*2 LCD hinges to logic D*2 LCD hinges to logic ...Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to be...
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Remove the screw fastening the keyboard. 4. Removing the LCD Module 1. Push the ODD module outwards then remove it. Then turn over the keyboard as shown. 2. 14. Remove the screw holding the mini cover. 15. First, remove the screw fastening the ODD module as shown. 64 Chapter 3 Detach the middle cover from the main unit. Open the LCD module as shown (See the left and the middle picture). 2. Detach the mini cover from the main unit carefully. 3. Removing the ODD Module 1.
Remove the screw fastening the keyboard. 4. Removing the LCD Module 1. Push the ODD module outwards then remove it. Then turn over the keyboard as shown. 2. 14. Remove the screw holding the mini cover. 15. First, remove the screw fastening the ODD module as shown. 64 Chapter 3 Detach the middle cover from the main unit. Open the LCD module as shown (See the left and the middle picture). 2. Detach the mini cover from the main unit carefully. 3. Removing the ODD Module 1.
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Then detach the entire LCD module from the main board. 6. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main unit carefully. Remove four screws fastening the LCD module (M2.5*10(NL) for red circles). 9. Then turn the notebook to the front side. Turn over the notebook, remove two screws fastening the LCD module on the bottom. 7. Take out the antenna then disconnect the LCD cable (See the middle and the right images). 8. 5. M2.5*15(NL) for yellow circles; Chapter 3 65
Then detach the entire LCD module from the main board. 6. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main unit carefully. Remove four screws fastening the LCD module (M2.5*10(NL) for red circles). 9. Then turn the notebook to the front side. Turn over the notebook, remove two screws fastening the LCD module on the bottom. 7. Take out the antenna then disconnect the LCD cable (See the middle and the right images). 8. 5. M2.5*15(NL) for yellow circles; Chapter 3 65
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... to select the test device: 1. Do the following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer: T Numeric keypad T External keyboard 74 Chapter 4 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Replace the main board. Boot from the diagnostics diskette...
... to select the test device: 1. Do the following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer: T Numeric keypad T External keyboard 74 Chapter 4 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Replace the main board. Boot from the diagnostics diskette...
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...phone port modem combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching System board System board Ensure the "...execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly Print problems. Serial or parallel port device problems. Action in Sequence Reconnect...
...phone port modem combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching System board System board Ensure the "...execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly Print problems. Serial or parallel port device problems. Action in Sequence Reconnect...
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... short rests to relax your neck and shoulders • avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you have these symptoms, or any other musculoskeletal disorders. Long work periods, bad posture... inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on how to reduce eyestrain. Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, ...
... short rests to relax your neck and shoulders • avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you have these symptoms, or any other musculoskeletal disorders. Long work periods, bad posture... inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on how to reduce eyestrain. Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, ...
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... computer. then press and release the power button. Moving around or traveling with your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on...mode. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are ready to use the computer again, ...
... computer. then press and release the power button. Moving around or traveling with your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on...mode. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are ready to use the computer again, ...