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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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...Comments" to individual users or consumers. Important This service guide is important that identifies the notebook model and its features. Tip If you use the correct service guide for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500 series • 6600 series... MX6600 series • MX6900 series • NX500 series All tasks covered in appearance from the notebook. It cannot be provided to channel.services@gateway.com. Identifying the notebook model Caution It is not intended to be provided to anyone other than an authorized service provider....
...Comments" to individual users or consumers. Important This service guide is important that identifies the notebook model and its features. Tip If you use the correct service guide for the following Gateway notebooks: • 6000 series • 6100 series • 6500 series • 6600 series... MX6600 series • MX6900 series • NX500 series All tasks covered in appearance from the notebook. It cannot be provided to channel.services@gateway.com. Identifying the notebook model Caution It is not intended to be provided to anyone other than an authorized service provider....
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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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... hole openings. As you remove screws, place the screws in their respective boxes on the page. • After loosening screws 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 ...them toward the rear of your work surface (behind the notebook) or far enough to the side that your arms do not accidentally brush them on the bottom of the base assembly), you can leave the...
... hole openings. As you remove screws, place the screws in their respective boxes on the page. • After loosening screws 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 ...them toward the rear of your work surface (behind the notebook) or far enough to the side that your arms do not accidentally brush them on the bottom of the base assembly), you can leave the...
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Two types of tape are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically grey or silver. Before performing maintenance on the outside of replacement tape should read and understand the ...your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the notebook, you are extremely sensitive to use cellophane tape. 5 www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to a bare metal part of the notebook. Tape Some of tape. Avoid touching the edge connectors. The components inside of...
Two types of tape are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically grey or silver. Before performing maintenance on the outside of replacement tape should read and understand the ...your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the notebook, you are extremely sensitive to use cellophane tape. 5 www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to a bare metal part of the notebook. Tape Some of tape. Avoid touching the edge connectors. The components inside of...
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... Make sure 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. For... more information, see "Removing the battery" on page 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, turn off the...
... Make sure 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. For... more information, see "Removing the battery" on page 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, turn off the...
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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 Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. 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. Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K.
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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. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 10 This module is marked with the tab in one direction.
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. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 10 This module is marked with the tab in one direction.
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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 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.
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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 12 Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 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). Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 12 Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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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 loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in the metal next to the system board. 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). Use the numbers stamped in reverse numerical order. Important The number of screws varies by model.
Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in the metal next to the system board. 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). Use the numbers stamped in reverse numerical order. Important The number of screws varies by model.
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... 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 with thermal grease already applied, place new thermal grease on the processor. Caution The cooling assembly... cable is attached to cover the CPU die. 10 Plug in the new cooling fan. 11 Insert the new cooling assembly into the notebook. 17 ...
... 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 with thermal grease already applied, place new thermal grease on the processor. Caution The cooling assembly... cable is attached to cover the CPU die. 10 Plug in the new cooling fan. 11 Insert the new cooling assembly into the notebook. 17 ...
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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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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 place during this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay To replace the 802.11 wireless card: 1 Complete the steps ...
... 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 ...
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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 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.