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... 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 drive 11 Replacing the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card 22 Replacing the...
... 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 drive 11 Replacing the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card 22 Replacing the...
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...; Identifying the notebook model • 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 802.11 wireless card • Replacing...
...; Identifying the notebook model • 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 802.11 wireless card • Replacing...
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... prepare the notebook for maintenance: 1 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...
... prepare the notebook for maintenance: 1 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...
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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 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.
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on the clip at each end of the thumb notch. Thumb notch 5 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the end of the cover opposite of the memory module until the module tilts up. 9
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on the clip at each end of the thumb notch. Thumb notch 5 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the end of the cover opposite of the memory module until the module tilts up. 9
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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 one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch 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 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 one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch 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 the module lines up with a K. 10 Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot.
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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). Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
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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. DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Screw 6 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket.
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. DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Screw 6 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket.
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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 15 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).
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 15 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).
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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 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. 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 numerical order. 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. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them .
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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. 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 32 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. 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 32 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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Tip The screw hole is flat all the way across. www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard to seat the retaining tabs into their corresponding slots. 18 Gently press the ... on page 29. 20 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then replace the keyboard screws removed in Step 8. 21 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 22 Replace the keyboard screw removed in Step 3.
Tip The screw hole is flat all the way across. www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard to seat the retaining tabs into their corresponding slots. 18 Gently press the ... on page 29. 20 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then replace the keyboard screws removed in Step 8. 21 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 22 Replace the keyboard screw removed in Step 3.
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... the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 7. 64 top) 17 black (palm rest - Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the system board Tools you may need to complete this task: • X-...
... the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 7. 64 top) 17 black (palm rest - Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the system board Tools you may need to complete this task: • X-...
8512055 - Component Replacement Manual
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... these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. All other countries. Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Before...
... these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. All other countries. Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Before...
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See your notebook. 17 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect ...States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. 10 Slide the DVD drive out of their respective companies. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the ...
See your notebook. 17 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect ...States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. 10 Slide the DVD drive out of their respective companies. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the ...
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... of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully open the LCD panel to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your workbench or other brands and product names are extremely sensitive to replace ... covers. 8 If your notebook over any PC Cards. 5 Turn your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws and one wireless network bay screw (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as...
... of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully open the LCD panel to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your workbench or other brands and product names are extremely sensitive to replace ... covers. 8 If your notebook over any PC Cards. 5 Turn your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws and one wireless network bay screw (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as...
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...two hinge cover screws. 8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 9 Replace the two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the ... keyboard is not twisted. 3 Rotate the keyboard toward the front of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Press down until it is almost face-up . 14 Pull the cover off the notebook. 13 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver...
...two hinge cover screws. 8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 9 Replace the two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the ... keyboard is not twisted. 3 Rotate the keyboard toward the front of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Press down until it is almost face-up . 14 Pull the cover off the notebook. 13 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver...
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...Batteries" in a safe place. Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Replacing the memory module 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as... trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to replace the memory module. Locating Components Memory bay Replacing the Memory Module 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear...
...Batteries" in a safe place. Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Replacing the memory module 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as... trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to replace the memory module. Locating Components Memory bay Replacing the Memory Module 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear...
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...Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. Replacing the Memory Module 10 Hold the new or replacement module at each end of the module until it into the empty memory slot. All.... Technical Support See the label on the clip at a 30-degree angle and insert it clicks in one direction. Gateway and eMachines are removing a memory module, gently press outward on the bottom of their respective companies. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in...
...Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. Replacing the Memory Module 10 Hold the new or replacement module at each end of the module until it into the empty memory slot. All.... Technical Support See the label on the clip at a 30-degree angle and insert it clicks in one direction. Gateway and eMachines are removing a memory module, gently press outward on the bottom of their respective companies. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in...