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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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... an e-mail with the subject "Service Guide Comments" to channel.services@gateway.com. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: support.gateway.com 2 It cannot be provided to help plan maintenance tasks for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500...consumers. Failure to follow the approved tasks for the notebook. Important This service guide is important that identifies the notebook model and its features. Replacing Notebook Components Important The photographs in this guide can be performed by an authorized field technician ...
... an e-mail with the subject "Service Guide Comments" to channel.services@gateway.com. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: support.gateway.com 2 It cannot be provided to help plan maintenance tasks for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500...consumers. Failure to follow the approved tasks for the notebook. Important This service guide is important that identifies the notebook model and its features. Replacing Notebook Components Important The photographs in this guide can be performed by an authorized field technician ...
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Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Screws Screws 8
Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Screws Screws 8
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Thumb notch 12 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). Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
Thumb notch 12 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). Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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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). Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 15 www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. 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). Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 15 www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
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Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them 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 Screw Screw Screw -OR- 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.
Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them 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 Screw Screw Screw -OR- 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.
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Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them in numerical order. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them . Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 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. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them . Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18 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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... notebook's wireless feature. Replacing Notebook Components 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...
... notebook's wireless feature. Replacing Notebook Components 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...
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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. 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. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed).
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. 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. 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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Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 43 Tip On select models, you may be able to access the inverter by removing only the bottom two screws. www.gateway.com 6 Remove the four or six rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly. 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.
Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 43 Tip On select models, you may be able to access the inverter by removing only the bottom two screws. www.gateway.com 6 Remove the four or six rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly. 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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... on page 22. 3 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 4 Open the keyboard compartment by model. OR - Tip You do not need to an existing LCD front if the new lid does not match. Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver... the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 51 Do not force a new lid to connect to order a different lid. www.gateway.com Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid Caution LCD panel assembly lids vary by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 31.
... on page 22. 3 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 4 Open the keyboard compartment by model. OR - Tip You do not need to an existing LCD front if the new lid does not match. Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver... the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 51 Do not force a new lid to connect to order a different lid. www.gateway.com Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid Caution LCD panel assembly lids vary by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 31.
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... the notebook have the modem built into the system board. To replace the modem 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) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (...
... the notebook have the modem built into the system board. To replace the modem 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) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (...
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OR - 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 page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system ... or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you 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 - top) 17 black (palm rest - Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the system board...
OR - 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 page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system ... or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you 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 - top) 17 black (palm rest - Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the system board...
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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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... This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your hard drive. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes... Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation.
... This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your hard drive. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes... Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation.
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... also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on your notebook's label. For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown...of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook model and its features. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate ...
... also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on your notebook's label. For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown...of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook model and its features. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate ...
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Right CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Important Port or jack location may vary by notebook model. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into a cable modem, DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack. The memory card ...
Right CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Important Port or jack location may vary by notebook model. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into a cable modem, DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack. The memory card ...
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... are located in this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 61. 10 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 61. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 2. 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 ...
... are located in this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 61. 10 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 61. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 2. 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 ...