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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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... label on the notebook's general 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 These variations may result in damage to anyone other than an authorized service provider. Tip If you use the correct service guide for...
... label on the notebook's general 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 These variations may result in damage to anyone other than an authorized service provider. Tip If you use the correct service guide for...
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Screws Screws 8 Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. 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).
Screws Screws 8 Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. 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).
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Replacing Notebook Components 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). Thumb notch 12 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it.
Replacing Notebook Components 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). Thumb notch 12 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it.
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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 15 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. www.gateway.com 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). Thumb notch 15 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. www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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Important The number of screws varies by model. 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 (start with 4, then 3, then 2, then 1). Use the numbers stamped in reverse numerical order. Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in the metal next to the system board.
Important The number of screws varies by model. 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 (start with 4, then 3, then 2, then 1). Use the numbers stamped in reverse numerical order. Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in the metal next to the system board.
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Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten 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. Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them.
Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten 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. Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them.
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... 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 this notebook. Caution Legal requirements dictate the wireless cover be installed in... place during this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during any and all operation of the notebook's wireless feature. Tools you need to complete this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models...
... 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 this notebook. Caution Legal requirements dictate the wireless cover be installed in... place during this task: Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during any and all operation of the notebook's wireless feature. Tools you need to complete this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models...
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Thumb notch 32 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. 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).
Thumb notch 32 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. 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 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. 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 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. 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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...page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, unplug the antenna cables from the notebook. 5 Remove the LCD panel by model. You may need to order a different lid. Tip You do not need to unplug the keyboard from the IEEE 802.11 wireless card by following...keyboard cover" on page 29. 4 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 51 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.
...page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, unplug the antenna cables from the notebook. 5 Remove the LCD panel by model. You may need to order a different lid. Tip You do not need to unplug the keyboard from the IEEE 802.11 wireless card by following...keyboard cover" on page 29. 4 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 51 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. Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - OR - bottom) 2 chrome (modem...the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 64. 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) ...
... the notebook have the modem built into the system board. To replace the modem on these models, you need to select models only. Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - OR - bottom) 2 chrome (modem...the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 64. 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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... #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 - Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the system ...complete this task: • X-23-7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - 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...
... #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 - Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the system ...complete this task: • X-23-7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - 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...
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...jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of these components. www.gateway.com Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of the network equipment When buying your router, be either standard ... router is the central control point for a router-based Ethernet network Important For best results, all Ethernet components should be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to protect your network from unwanted intruders...
...jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of these components. www.gateway.com Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of the network equipment When buying your router, be either standard ... router is the central control point for a router-based Ethernet network Important For best results, all Ethernet components should be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to protect your network from unwanted intruders...
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..., then click Windows Update). • Use the security features provided in for at gateway.com. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Actual product may vary from image shown. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT For help : tips for tips on -screen instructions to complete Windows setup. in...can comfortably see "Managing Power" in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. For general information about using Windows and the programs that are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies....
..., then click Windows Update). • Use the security features provided in for at gateway.com. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Actual product may vary from image shown. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT For help : tips for tips on -screen instructions to complete Windows setup. in...can comfortably see "Managing Power" in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. For general information about using Windows and the programs that are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies....
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 Chapter 3: ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 Chapter 3: ...
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CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • ...Playing and recording media • Networking To access the online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide, the online User Guide has been...
CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • ...Playing and recording media • Networking To access the online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide, the online User Guide has been...
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... on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in this information if you call...
... on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in this information if you call...