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... 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 ...
... 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 ...
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... • 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....
... • 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....
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... information that you have suggestions regarding the content of the touchpad. Tip If you use the correct service guide for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500 series • 6600 series • M360 • MX6000 series •... than an authorized service provider. The label on the notebook's general maintenance, technical support, safety notices, and regulatory notices, see the notebook's user guide. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: support.gateway.com 2 These variations may include color and finishing of...
... information that you have suggestions regarding the content of the touchpad. Tip If you use the correct service guide for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500 series • 6600 series • M360 • MX6000 series •... than an authorized service provider. The label on the notebook's general maintenance, technical support, safety notices, and regulatory notices, see the notebook's user guide. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: support.gateway.com 2 These variations may include color and finishing of...
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LCD panel assembly (see page 38) Keyboard cover (see page 29) Keyboard (see page 31) Cooling assembly (see page 11) Processor (see page 19) Palm rest (see "Contents" on page i. www.gateway.com Identifying components Use this chart to identify the main components of replaceable parts, see page 56) 3 For a complete list of the notebook.
LCD panel assembly (see page 38) Keyboard cover (see page 29) Keyboard (see page 31) Cooling assembly (see page 11) Processor (see page 19) Palm rest (see "Contents" on page i. www.gateway.com Identifying components Use this chart to identify the main components of replaceable parts, see page 56) 3 For a complete list of the notebook.
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... large enough to hold each component as you remove it. • Use bright lighting to make sure that your work space and the notebook are attached to the notebook by a cable, unplug the cable before removing the screws, when possible, to the side that may damage components. • Use a magnetized ... keep track of screws, try the following: • Place each task, then place the page toward the rear of your work surface (behind the notebook) or far enough to avoid damaging the cable. • As you place small pieces of your work surface. When reassembling the component, just remove...
... large enough to hold each component as you remove it. • Use bright lighting to make sure that your work space and the notebook are attached to the notebook by a cable, unplug the cable before removing the screws, when possible, to the side that may damage components. • Use a magnetized ... keep track of screws, try the following: • Place each task, then place the page toward the rear of your work surface (behind the notebook) or far enough to avoid damaging the cable. • As you place small pieces of your work surface. When reassembling the component, just remove...
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... connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside the notebook are extremely sensitive to use cellophane tape. 5 Before performing maintenance on the notebook, you are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically grey or silver. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Two...
... connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside the notebook are extremely sensitive to use cellophane tape. 5 Before performing maintenance on the notebook, you are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically grey or silver. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Two...
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... Slide the battery lock to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Remove the battery. Replacing Notebook Components Preparing the notebook Warning To avoid exposure to the unlock position. 3 Slide and hold the battery ...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 modem and network cables...
... Slide the battery lock to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Remove the battery. Replacing Notebook Components Preparing the notebook Warning To avoid exposure to the unlock position. 3 Slide and hold the battery ...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 modem and network cables...
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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 Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this Gateway notebook.
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Screws Screws 8 Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
Screws Screws 8 Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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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 one direction. This module is marked with the tab 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.
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 one direction. This module is marked with the tab 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.
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www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: 1 black (keyboard) 1 black (DVD drive) To replace the DVD drive: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 11
www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: 1 black (keyboard) 1 black (DVD drive) To replace the DVD drive: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 11
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Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 12 Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed).
Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 12 Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed).
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Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 14 Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the cooling assembly Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you may need to complete this task: • X-23-7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task: 1 black (keyboard) To replace the cooling assembly: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard screw.
Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 14 Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the cooling assembly Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you may need to complete this task: • X-23-7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task: 1 black (keyboard) To replace the cooling assembly: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard screw.
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Important The number of screws varies by model. Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Screw Screw Screw -OR- Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in reverse numerical order. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Loosen the three or four screws (these screws cannot be removed) that secure the cooling assembly to each screw and loosen the screws in reverse numerical order (start with 4, then 3, then 2, then 1).
Important The number of screws varies by model. Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Screw Screw Screw -OR- Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in reverse numerical order. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Loosen the three or four screws (these screws cannot be removed) that secure the cooling assembly to each screw and loosen the screws in reverse numerical order (start with 4, then 3, then 2, then 1).
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... Caution The cooling assembly cable is attached to you lift, move the cooling assembly away from the side of the notebook, then remove it. www.gateway.com 6 .At the same time as you with thermal grease already applied, place new thermal grease on the processor. Use only enough to break the ...
... Caution The cooling assembly cable is attached to you lift, move the cooling assembly away from the side of the notebook, then remove it. www.gateway.com 6 .At the same time as you with thermal grease already applied, place new thermal grease on the processor. Use only enough to break the ...
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Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them in numerical order. Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them . Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw.
Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them in numerical order. Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them . Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw.
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www.gateway.com Replacing the processor Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you may need to complete this task: • X-23-7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task: 1 black (keyboard) To replace the processor: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the cooling assembly by following the instructions in "Replacing the cooling assembly" on page 14. 19
www.gateway.com Replacing the processor Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you may need to complete this task: • X-23-7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task: 1 black (keyboard) To replace the processor: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the cooling assembly by following the instructions in "Replacing the cooling assembly" on page 14. 19
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Replacing Notebook Components 3 Use a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the processor lock screw ¼-turn counter-clockwise. -ORUse a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the processor lock screw ½-turn counter-clockwise. You will hear a click when the processor lock is unlocked. 20
Replacing Notebook Components 3 Use a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the processor lock screw ¼-turn counter-clockwise. -ORUse a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the processor lock screw ½-turn counter-clockwise. You will hear a click when the processor lock is unlocked. 20
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... Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card Caution By law, only approved wireless modules provided by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for this Gateway notebook may be in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 22 Caution Legal requirements dictate the wireless cover be installed in this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay...
... Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card Caution By law, only approved wireless modules provided by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for this Gateway notebook may be in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 22 Caution Legal requirements dictate the wireless cover be installed in this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay...
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Replacing Notebook Components 5 If the wireless card is held by clips, press outward on the clip at each side of the card until the card tilts up. -ORIf the wireless card is held by a screw, remove the screw. Screw 24
Replacing Notebook Components 5 If the wireless card is held by clips, press outward on the clip at each side of the card until the card tilts up. -ORIf the wireless card is held by a screw, remove the screw. Screw 24