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Contents Replacing Notebook Components 1 Identifying the notebook model 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 ...
Contents Replacing Notebook Components 1 Identifying the notebook model 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 ...
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Replacing Notebook Components • Identifying the notebook model • Identifying components • Preparing your work space • Preventing static electricity discharge • Preparing the notebook • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing ...
Replacing Notebook Components • Identifying the notebook model • Identifying components • Preparing your work space • Preventing static electricity discharge • Preparing the notebook • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing ...
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... It is not intended to be provided to follow the approved tasks for the notebook model may result in this guide can be provided to channel.services@gateway.com. Failure to individual users or consumers. Important For information on the bottom of the notebook... 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 Replacing Notebook Components Important The photographs in this guide may include color and finishing of the case and the shape of the...
... It is not intended to be provided to follow the approved tasks for the notebook model may result in this guide can be provided to channel.services@gateway.com. Failure to individual users or consumers. Important For information on the bottom of the notebook... 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 Replacing Notebook Components Important The photographs in this guide may include color and finishing of the case and the shape of the...
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Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Screws Screws 8
Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Screws Screws 8
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Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Thumb notch 12 Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Thumb notch 12 Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
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www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Thumb notch 15 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.
www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Thumb notch 15 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.
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Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in reverse numerical order. Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Important The number of screws varies by model. 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). Screw Screw Screw -OR-
Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in reverse numerical order. Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Important The number of screws varies by model. 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). Screw Screw Screw -OR-
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Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in numerical order. 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 the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in numerical order. 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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... 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 place during this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay To replace the 802.11 wireless card: 1 Complete the steps in this task...
... 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 place during this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay To replace the 802.11 wireless card: 1 Complete the steps in this task...
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 32 Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Close the LCD panel, turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed).
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 32 Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Close the LCD panel, turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed).
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... complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 or 6 chrome (LCD panel assembly) 2 chrome (bracket) Select models only To replace the LCD panel inverter: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking...
... complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 or 6 chrome (LCD panel assembly) 2 chrome (bracket) Select models only To replace the LCD panel inverter: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking...
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www.gateway.com 6 Remove the four or six rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly. Tip On select models, you may be able to access the inverter by removing only the bottom two screws. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 43 Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert 7 Remove the four or six screws from the front of the LCD panel assembly.
www.gateway.com 6 Remove the four or six rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly. Tip On select models, you may be able to access the inverter by removing only the bottom two screws. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 43 Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert 7 Remove the four or six screws from the front of the LCD panel assembly.
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... in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 38. 51 Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - OR - www.gateway.com Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid Caution LCD panel assembly lids vary by...
... in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 38. 51 Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - OR - www.gateway.com Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid Caution LCD panel assembly lids vary by...
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... instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on these models, you need to select models only. www.gateway.com Replacing the modem card This procedure applies to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (keyboard cover...
... instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on these models, you need to select models only. www.gateway.com Replacing the modem card This procedure applies to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (keyboard cover...
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... need to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 1 black (wireless card) Select models only 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - bottom) 2 chrome (modem) Select models only 4 black (system board) To replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on...
... need to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 1 black (wireless card) Select models only 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - bottom) 2 chrome (modem) Select models only 4 black (system board) To replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 LCD ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 LCD ...
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...; Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. CHAPTER 1: About This ...topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your model of Gateway notebook. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. 2 Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to this guide This...
...; Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. CHAPTER 1: About This ...topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your model of Gateway notebook. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. 2 Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to this guide This...
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...Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on your notebook's label. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 For more information For more... information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of ...
...Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on your notebook's label. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 For more information For more... information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of ...
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... and removing a PC Card or Express Card" on page 19. Right CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Important Port or jack location may vary by notebook model. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse...
... and removing a PC Card or Express Card" on page 19. Right CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Important Port or jack location may vary by notebook model. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse...
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For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 61. Slide to unlock the battery. Provides power when the notebook is .... CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Customer care label Hard drive bay Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer Care label Memory bay Battery latch Battery Battery lock Description The hard drive is not plugged into AC...
For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 61. Slide to unlock the battery. Provides power when the notebook is .... CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Customer care label Hard drive bay Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer Care label Memory bay Battery latch Battery Battery lock Description The hard drive is not plugged into AC...