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... the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card 22 Replacing the hard drive 26 Replacing the keyboard cover 29 Replacing the keyboard 31 Replacing the CMOS battery 36 Replacing the LCD panel assembly 38 Replacing the LCD panel inverter 42 Replacing the LCD panel 46...
... the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card 22 Replacing the hard drive 26 Replacing the keyboard cover 29 Replacing the keyboard 31 Replacing the CMOS battery 36 Replacing the LCD panel assembly 38 Replacing the LCD panel inverter 42 Replacing the LCD panel 46...
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... the cooling assembly • Replacing the processor • Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard cover • Replacing the keyboard • Replacing the CMOS battery • Replacing the LCD panel assembly • Replacing the LCD panel inverter • Replacing the LCD panel •...
... the cooling assembly • Replacing the processor • Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard cover • Replacing the keyboard • Replacing the CMOS battery • Replacing the LCD panel assembly • Replacing the LCD panel inverter • Replacing the LCD panel •...
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www.gateway.com Identifying components Use this chart to identify the main components of replaceable parts, see page 56) 3 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. For a complete list of the notebook.
www.gateway.com Identifying components Use this chart to identify the main components of replaceable parts, see page 56) 3 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. For a complete list of the notebook.
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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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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 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.
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If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 10 Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. 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 the memory bay. 8 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 9 Replace the keyboard screw. This module is marked with the tab in one direction.
If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 10 Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. 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 the memory bay. 8 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 9 Replace the keyboard screw. This module is marked with the tab in one direction.
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Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. 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. Keyboard screw 11
Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. 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. Keyboard screw 11
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DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Tip The screw hole is marked with the screw removed in the bay. 8 Secure the DVD drive with a K. 13 Make sure that the drive fits securely in Step 5. 9 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 10 Replace the keyboard screw. www.gateway.com 5 Remove the DVD drive screw. Screw 6 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket.
DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Tip The screw hole is marked with the screw removed in the bay. 8 Secure the DVD drive with a K. 13 Make sure that the drive fits securely in Step 5. 9 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 10 Replace the keyboard screw. www.gateway.com 5 Remove the DVD drive screw. Screw 6 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket.
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Keyboard screw 14 Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. 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.
Keyboard screw 14 Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. 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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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. 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
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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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www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard cover Tools you need to the fully opened position. 29 OR - Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - Screw Screw 4 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom of each hinge cover and gently pry it up. 5 Carefully open the LCD panel to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) To replace the keyboard cover: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up. 3 Remove the two keyboard cover screws.
www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard cover Tools you need to the fully opened position. 29 OR - Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - Screw Screw 4 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom of each hinge cover and gently pry it up. 5 Carefully open the LCD panel to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) To replace the keyboard cover: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up. 3 Remove the two keyboard cover screws.
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... you can run you try to close the LCD panel. 9 Close the LCD panel. 10 Press down on the hinge covers, then replace the two keyboard cover screws. 30 You will hear small snapping sounds as the cover comes away from the notebook. 8 Place the new cover on the notebook, then...
... you can run you try to close the LCD panel. 9 Close the LCD panel. 10 Press down on the hinge covers, then replace the two keyboard cover screws. 30 You will hear small snapping sounds as the cover comes away from the notebook. 8 Place the new cover on the notebook, then...
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... "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 3 Remove the keyboard screw. Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard Tools you need to Step 10. 31
... "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 3 Remove the keyboard screw. Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard Tools you need to Step 10. 31
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Be careful not to the fully opened position. 10 With the back edge of these screws may be removed), then remove the wireless bay cover. Tip Depending on the keyboard features, one or both of the keyboard raised, carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. www.gateway.com 7 Loosen the wireless bay cover screw (this screw cannot be absent. Screw 8 Remove the two optional keyboard screws. Screw Screw 9 Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up, then open the LCD panel to damage the LCD panel. 33
Be careful not to the fully opened position. 10 With the back edge of these screws may be removed), then remove the wireless bay cover. Tip Depending on the keyboard features, one or both of the keyboard raised, carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. www.gateway.com 7 Loosen the wireless bay cover screw (this screw cannot be absent. Screw 8 Remove the two optional keyboard screws. Screw Screw 9 Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up, then open the LCD panel to damage the LCD panel. 33
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... from you so it lies keys-down on top of the notebook. Important The keyboard cable is correctly oriented if the cable is not twisted. 16 Rotate the keyboard toward you . 15 Make sure the black keyboard connector clip is fully raised, insert the cable into the connector, then lower the black ...connector clip to lock the cable in place. The keyboard is now completely detached from the notebook. 14 Place the new keyboard keys-down on the notebook with the space bar away from the notebook. Be careful not to damage the LCD...
... from you so it lies keys-down on top of the notebook. Important The keyboard cable is correctly oriented if the cable is not twisted. 16 Rotate the keyboard toward you . 15 Make sure the black keyboard connector clip is fully raised, insert the cable into the connector, then lower the black ...connector clip to lock the cable in place. The keyboard is now completely detached from the notebook. 14 Place the new keyboard keys-down on the notebook with the space bar away from the notebook. Be careful not to damage the LCD...
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... bay cover. 22 Replace the keyboard screw removed in Step 3. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. 19 Reattach the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on the front edge of the keyboard to press down on the keyboard keys along the front edge of... the keyboard into place. The keyboard should easily fall into the slot under the palm rest. www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on page ...
... bay cover. 22 Replace the keyboard screw removed in Step 3. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. 19 Reattach the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on the front edge of the keyboard to press down on the keyboard keys along the front edge of... the keyboard into place. The keyboard should easily fall into the slot under the palm rest. www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on page ...
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... You do not have access to the battery connector on the system board, go to Step 5. 36 If you do not need to unplug the keyboard from the notebook. 4 Locate the old battery on the system board. Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the CMOS battery Tools you have access to the battery... the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. OR - If you need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) To replace the CMOS battery: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the...
... You do not have access to the battery connector on the system board, go to Step 5. 36 If you do not need to unplug the keyboard from the notebook. 4 Locate the old battery on the system board. Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the CMOS battery Tools you have access to the battery... the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. OR - If you need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) To replace the CMOS battery: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the...
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Be careful not to unplug the CMOS battery connector from the system board. www.gateway.com 5 Use your fingers to touch or damage any other components. 6 Plug the new battery into the system board. The non-conductive sleeve and wires ...) by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 9 Close the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 31. 10 Replace the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 37 Important Use only CMOS batteries designed for this...
Be careful not to unplug the CMOS battery connector from the system board. www.gateway.com 5 Use your fingers to touch or damage any other components. 6 Plug the new battery into the system board. The non-conductive sleeve and wires ...) by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 9 Close the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 31. 10 Replace the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 37 Important Use only CMOS batteries designed for this...
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... the IEEE 802.11 wireless card" 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 following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking...Notebook Components Replacing the LCD panel assembly Tools you need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) To replace the LCD panel assembly: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 31....
... the IEEE 802.11 wireless card" 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 following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking...Notebook Components Replacing the LCD panel assembly Tools you need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) To replace the LCD panel assembly: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 31....