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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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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. This module is marked with the tab in the module lines up with a K. 10 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.
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. This module is marked with the tab in the module lines up with a K. 10 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.
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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 12 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. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it.
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 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. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it.
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DVD bracket 7 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay. 8 Secure the DVD drive with a K. 13 Tip The screw hole is marked with the screw removed 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. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay. 8 Secure the DVD drive with a K. 13 Tip The screw hole is marked with the screw removed 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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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. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 15 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. www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 15 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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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. 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.
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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. 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. 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. 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. 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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www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on the keyboard keys along the front edge of the keyboard into the slot under the palm rest. You may ... to seat the retaining tabs into place. Tip The screw hole 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.
www.gateway.com 17 Insert the tabs on the keyboard keys along the front edge of the keyboard into the slot under the palm rest. You may ... to seat the retaining tabs into place. Tip The screw hole 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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... - 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 memory from 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 OR - Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you need to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard...
... - 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 memory from 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 OR - Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you need to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard...
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..."Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Make sure that the DVD drive is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook. Screw 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components... to replace the DVD drive. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your workbench or other countries. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
..."Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Make sure that the DVD drive is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook. Screw 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components... to replace the DVD drive. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your workbench or other countries. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
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... any PC Cards. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of the drive bay by pushing on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then ...of their respective companies. 10 Slide the DVD drive out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. All rights reserved.
... any PC Cards. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of the drive bay by pushing on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then ...of their respective companies. 10 Slide the DVD drive out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. All rights reserved.
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...memory bay cover screws and one wireless network bay screw (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). All other countries. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of Gateway... cable, and network cable before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in a safe place. Replacing the...
...memory bay cover screws and one wireless network bay screw (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). All other countries. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of Gateway... cable, and network cable before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in a safe place. Replacing the...
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...hinge cover screws. 8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is almost face-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 ...to the front of the notebook and slide the cable out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the bottom of the clip. Important The keyboard cable is correctly ...
...hinge cover screws. 8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is almost face-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 ...to the front of the notebook and slide the cable out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the bottom of the clip. Important The keyboard cable is correctly ...
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...reserved. Avoid touching the edge connectors. See your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to replace the memory module. All other countries. Replacing the Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to static electricity,... companies. 1 Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery. Replacing the memory module 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Screw Preventing...
...reserved. Avoid touching the edge connectors. See your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to replace the memory module. All other countries. Replacing the Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to static electricity,... companies. 1 Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery. Replacing the memory module 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Screw Preventing...
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... trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. All rights reserved. All other countries. Replacing the Memory Module 10 Hold the new or replacement module at each end of the module until... replace any PC Cards. 17 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Important 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 their respective companies. Technical Support See the...
... trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. All rights reserved. All other countries. Replacing the Memory Module 10 Hold the new or replacement module at each end of the module until... replace any PC Cards. 17 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Important 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 their respective companies. Technical Support See the...