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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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...you have suggestions regarding the content of this guide, send an e-mail with the subject "Service Guide Comments" to the notebook. Failure to follow the approved tasks for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500 series • 6600 series • M360 • ... MX6600 series • MX6900 series • NX500 series All tasks covered in this guide may vary in appearance from the notebook. These variations may result in damage to channel.services@gateway.com. Important For information on the bottom of the touchpad. The label on the...
...you have suggestions regarding the content of this guide, send an e-mail with the subject "Service Guide Comments" to the notebook. Failure to follow the approved tasks for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500 series • 6600 series • M360 • ... MX6600 series • MX6900 series • NX500 series All tasks covered in this guide may vary in appearance from the notebook. These variations may result in damage to channel.services@gateway.com. Important For information on the bottom of the touchpad. The label on the...
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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. 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. www.gateway.com Identifying components Use this chart to identify the main components of replaceable parts, see page 56) 3
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... your work surface. • Print the first page of each task, then place the page toward the rear of your work surface (behind the notebook) or far enough to the side that are deeply recessed in a hole (for example, on the bottom of the base assembly), you can leave... from clutter and dust that may damage components. • Use a magnetized screwdriver for removing screws. • When removing components that are attached to the notebook by a cable, unplug the cable before removing the screws, when possible, to avoid damaging the cable. • As you remove components and screws, lay...
... your work surface. • Print the first page of each task, then place the page toward the rear of your work surface (behind the notebook) or far enough to the side that are deeply recessed in a hole (for example, on the bottom of the base assembly), you can leave... from clutter and dust that may damage components. • Use a magnetized screwdriver for removing screws. • When removing components that are attached to the notebook by a cable, unplug the cable before removing the screws, when possible, to avoid damaging the cable. • As you remove components and screws, lay...
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... because only the inside the notebook are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically transparent, with the same type (conductivity) of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the notebook, follow these guidelines: •...sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to static ...
... because only the inside the notebook are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically transparent, with the same type (conductivity) of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the notebook, follow these guidelines: •...sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to static ...
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...that the 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. Replacing... to the unlock position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the notebook. 6 Removing the battery To remove the battery: 1 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 2 Slide the battery lock to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, ...
...that the 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. Replacing... to the unlock position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the notebook. 6 Removing the battery To remove the battery: 1 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 2 Slide the battery lock to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, ...
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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. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). 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 The screw hole is marked with a K. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). 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
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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. 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 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. 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
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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 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.
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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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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. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. Keyboard screw 14
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Important The number of screws varies by model. Screw Screw Screw -OR- Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 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). Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in the metal next to the system board. Use the numbers stamped in reverse numerical order.
Important The number of screws varies by model. Screw Screw Screw -OR- Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 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). Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in the metal next to the system board. Use the numbers stamped in reverse numerical order.
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Be careful not to cover the CPU die. 10 Plug in the new cooling fan. 11 Insert the new cooling assembly into the notebook. 17 Use only enough to break the cable. Caution The cooling assembly cable is attached to the system board at this point. The cooling assembly ... a thermal pad, go to Step 10. -ORIf your cooling assembly uses thermal grease, remove any thermal grease residue from the side of the notebook, then remove it. www.gateway.com 6 .At the same time as you lift, move the cooling assembly away from the processor using a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol. 9 If...
Be careful not to cover the CPU die. 10 Plug in the new cooling fan. 11 Insert the new cooling assembly into the notebook. 17 Use only enough to break the cable. Caution The cooling assembly cable is attached to the system board at this point. The cooling assembly ... a thermal pad, go to Step 10. -ORIf your cooling assembly uses thermal grease, remove any thermal grease residue from the side of the notebook, then remove it. www.gateway.com 6 .At the same time as you lift, move the cooling assembly away from the processor using a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol. 9 If...
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Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them . 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 Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 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 . 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 Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in numerical order.
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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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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 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.
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... place during this notebook. Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during any and all operation of the 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...
... place during this notebook. Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during any and all operation of the 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...
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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