Clevo P170SM, p157sm Service Manual

P170SM SERVICE MANUAL

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Notebook Computer P170SM

Service Manual

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Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.

This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated, transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.

Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.

Version 1.1 May 2013

Trademarks

Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Windows

is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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About this Manual

This manual is intended for service personnel who have completed sufficient training to undertake the maintenance and inspection of personal computers.

It is organized to allow you to look up basic information for servicing and/or upgrading components of the P170SM se- ries notebook PC.

The following information is included:

Chapter 1, Introduction, provides general information about the location of system elements and their specifications. Chapter 2, Disassembly, provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling parts and subsystems and how to upgrade elements of the system.

Appendix A, Part Lists Appendix B, Schematic Diagrams Appendix C, Updating the FLASH ROM BIOS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit with an AC Input of 100 - 240V , 50 - 60Hz, DC Output of 19.5V, 11.8A (230 Watts) minimum AC/DC Adapter.

CAUTION

This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating element. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.

3. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.

Do not expose the computer to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable surface.

Do not place anything heavy on the computer.

Do not expose it to excessive heat or direct sunlight.

Do not leave it in a place where foreign matter or moisture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the computer in a humid environment.

Do not place the computer on any surface which will block the vents.

Do not turn off the power until you properly shut down all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral devices when the computer is on.

Do not disassemble the computer by yourself.

Perform routine maintenance on your computer.

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4. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies.

Use only approved brands of peripherals.

Unplug the power cord before attaching peripheral devices.

Do not plug in the power cord if you are wet.

Do not use the power cord if it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

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Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember to replace the cover(s) and screw(s) before restoring power to the system.

Also note the following when the cover is removed:

• Hazardous moving parts.

• Keep away from moving fan blades

Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake any upgrade procedures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and disconnected all peripherals and cables (including telephone lines and power cord). You must also remove your battery in order to prevent accidentally turning the machine on.

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Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.

• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire.

• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

Battery Guidelines

The following can also apply to any backup batteries you may have.

• If you do not use the battery for an extended period, then remove the battery from the computer for storage.

• Before removing the battery for storage charge it to 60% - 70%.

• Check stored batteries at least every 3 months and charge them to 60% - 70%.

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Battery Disposal

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Battery Level

Click the battery icon in the taskbar to see the current battery level and charge status. A battery that drops below a level of 10% will not allow the computer to boot up. Make sure that any battery that drops below 10% is recharged within one week.

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Related Documents

You may also need to consult the following manual for additional information:

User’s Manual on Disc This describes the notebook PC’s features and the procedures for operating the computer and its ROM-based setup program. It also describes the installation and operation of the utility programs provided with the notebook PC.

System Startup

1. Remove all packing materials.

2. Place the computer on a stable surface.

3. Insert the battery and tighten the screws.

4. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the computer (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.

5. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

6. Use one hand to raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (do not to exceed 130 degrees);

use the other hand (as illustrated in Figure 1) to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).

7. Press the power button to turn the computer “on”.

130 ?

Figure 1

Opening the Lid/LCD/

Computer with AC/DC

Adapter Plugged-In

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Contents

Introduction ..............................................1-1

Overview ......................................................................................... 1-1

External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open ...................... 1-4

External Locator - Front & Right side Views .................................1-5

External Locator - Left Side & Rear View .....................................1-6

External Locator - Bottom View .....................................................1-7

Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts) .........................................1-8

Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Key Parts) ....................................1-9

Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors) .....................................1-10

Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Connectors) ...............................1-11

Disassembly ...............................................2-1

Overview ......................................................................................... 2-1

Maintenance Tools .......................................................................... 2-2

Connections .....................................................................................2-2

Maintenance Precautions .................................................................2-3

Disassembly Steps ........................................................................... 2-4

Removing the Battery ......................................................................2-5

Removing the Hard Disk Drive ....................................................... 2-6

Removing the SSD .......................................................................... 2-9

Removing the Optical (CD/DVD) Device ....................................2-10

Removing the Hard Disk from the Secondary HDD Bay ............. 2-12

Removing the Primary System Memory (RAM) ......................... 2-14

Removing the Secondary System Memory (RAM) ...................... 2-16

Removing the Wireless LAN Module ........................................... 2-18

Removing the MSATA Module ....................................................2-19

Removing and Installing the Processor .........................................2-20

Removing and Installing the Video Card ......................................2-23

Removing the CCD ....................................................................... 2-26

Removing the Top Cover .............................................................. 2-27

Part Lists ..................................................A-1

Part List Illustration Location ........................................................ A-2

Top with Fingerprint ...................................................................... A-3

Top without Fingerprint ................................................................. A-4

Bottom (N14E-GS) ....................................................................... A-5

Bottom (N14E-GTX) ..................................................................... A-6

LCD .............................................................................................. A-7

COMBO ......................................................................................... A-8

DVD-Dual Drive ............................................................................ A-9

Schematic Diagrams.................................B-1

System Block Diagram ...................................................................B-2

Processor 1/7 ...................................................................................B-3

Processor 2/7 ...................................................................................B-4

Processor 3/7 ...................................................................................B-5

Processor 4/7 ...................................................................................B-6

Processor 5/7 ...................................................................................B-7

Processor 6/7 ...................................................................................B-8

Processor 7/7 ...................................................................................B-9

DDRIII CHA SO-DIMM_0 ..........................................................B-10

DDRIII CHA SO-DIMM_1 ..........................................................B-11

DDRIII CHB SO-DIMM_1 ..........................................................B-12

DDRIII CHB SO-DIMM_0 ..........................................................B-13

MXM PCI-E .................................................................................B-14

Panel, CRT ....................................................................................B-15

PS8625 .......................................................................................... B-16

1394a_XIO2221 ........................................................................... B-17

Display Port ..................................................................................B-18

HDMI ............................................................................................B-19

PCH 1/9 - RTC, HDA, SATA, JTAG ..........................................B-20

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PCH 2/9 - LPC, SMBUS SPI, C-LI ............................................. B-21

PCH3/9 - DMI, FDI, PWRGD ..................................................... B-22

PCH 4/9 - CRT, Display, PCI ......................................................B-23

PCH 5/9 - PCIe, USB ................................................................... B-24

PCH 6/9 - GPIO, CPU .................................................................. B-25

PCH 7/9 - Power .......................................................................... B-26

PCH 8/9 - Power .......................................................................... B-27

PCH 9/9 - CLK, GND .................................................................. B-28

USB+eSATA, USB Charging ...................................................... B-29

USB 2.0, CCD, Mini PCIE, LID .................................................. B-30

LED, Hotkey, LID SW, Fan ......................................................... B-31

RJ 45 ............................................................................................. B-32

Codec Realtek ALC892 ............................................................... B-33

APA2607-TPA2008D2 ................................................................ B-34

KBC-ITE IT8587B ....................................................................... B-35

Backlight Keyboard ...................................................................... B-36

mSATA, FAN, TP, FP, MULTI-CON ......................................... B-37

Card Reader RTL8411 .................................................................B-38

USB 3.0 ........................................................................................ B-39

DDR 1.35V/0.75VS PCH 1.5V .................................................... B-40

VDD3, VDD5 ............................................................................... B-41

5VS, 3.3VS, 1.5VS ....................................................................... B-42

Power 1.05VS ............................................................................... B-43

Power V-Core 1 ............................................................................ B-44

AC_In, Charger ............................................................................ B-45

TPM .............................................................................................. B-46

Audio Board ................................................................................. B-47

P150/151 ODD Board .................................................................. B-48

P150/151 Click Board .................................................................. B-49

P150/170SM LED 1 Board ..........................................................B-50

P151 LED 2 Board ....................................................................... B-51

P151 LED 3 Board ....................................................................... B-52

P170 HDD & ODD Board ............................................................B-53

P170 LED Board ...........................................................................B-54

P170 Click Board ..........................................................................B-55

P170 Fingerprint Board ................................................................B-56

P150 HDD Board ..........................................................................B-57

P150 LED Board_L ......................................................................B-58

P150 LED Board_R ......................................................................B-59

mSATA Board ..............................................................................B-60

Power on Sequence .......................................................................B-61

Updating the FLASH ROM BIOS......... C-1

Introduction

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1.Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the P170SM series notebook computer. Information about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual. Information about drivers (e.g. VGA & audio) is also found in User’s Manual. That manual is shipped with the computer.

Operating systems (e.g. Windows 8, etc.) have their own manuals as do application software (e.g. word processing and database programs). If you have questions about those programs, you should consult those manuals.

The P170SM series notebook is designed to be upgradeable. See Disassembly on page 2 - 1 for a detailed description of the upgrade procedures for each specific component. Please note the warning a nd safety information indicated by the “” symbol.

The balance of this chapter reviews the computer’s technical specifications and features.

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Specifications

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Latest Specification Information

The specifications listed here are correct at the time of sending them to the press. Certain items (particularly processor types/speeds) may be changed, delayed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your service center for more details.

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CPU

The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Accessing the CPU in any way may violate your warranty.

Processor Options

Intel® Core™ i7 Processor i7-4930XM (3.00GHz) 8MB L3 Cache, 22nm, DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 57W

Intel® Core™ i7 Processor

i7-4900MQ (2.80GHz)

8MB L3 Cache, 22nm, DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 47W

i7-4800MQ (2.70GHz), i7-4700MQ (2.40GHz)

6MB L3 Cache, 22nm, DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 37W

LCD

17.3" (43.94cm) FHD LCD

Memory

Four 204 Pin SO-DIMM Sockets Supporting DDR3L 1600MHz Memory

(The real memory operating frequency depends on the FSB of the processor.)

Memory Expandable up to 16GB/32GB Note: Four SO-DIMMs are only supported by Quad-Core

CPUs; Dual-Core CPUs support two SO-DIMMs maximum

Core Logic

Intel® HM87 Express Chipset

BIOS

AMI BIOS (48Mb SPI Flash-ROM)

Security

Security (Kensington® Type) Lock Slot BIOS Password (Factory Option) Fingerprint Reader Module

Storage

(Factory Option) One 12.7mm(h) Optical Device Type Drive (Super Multi Drive/Blu-Ray Combo Drive/Blu-Ray Writer Drive)

Two Changeable 2.5" (h) SATA (Serial) Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)/SSDs supporting RAID Level 0/1

(Factory Option) Two mSATA Solid State Drives (SSD) supporting RAID Level 0/1

Video Adapter

Intel® Integrated GPU and NVIDIA® Discrete GPU Supports NVIDIA® Optimus Technology

Intel Integrated GPU Intel HD Graphics 4600

Dynamic Frequency (Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology for up to 1.7GB)

Microsoft DirectX® 11 Compatible

NVIDIA® Discrete GPU NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 780M PCIe Video Card 4GB GDDR5 Video RAM on board

Microsoft DirectX® 11.1 Compatible

NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 770M PCIe Video Card 3GB GDDR5 Video RAM on board

Microsoft DirectX® 11.1 Compatible

nVIDIA® GeForce GTX 765M PCIe Video Card 2GB GDDR5 Video RAM on board

Microsoft DirectX® 11.1 Compatible

Pointing Device

Built-in Touchpad (scrolling key functionality integrated)

Keyboard

Illuminated Full-size “WinKey” keyboard (with numeric key-

pad)

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Audio

High Definition Audio Compliant Interface S/PDIF Digital Output Two Speakers One Sub Woofer Built-In Microphone

Sound Blaster Audio

Mini-Card Slots

Slot 1 for WLAN Module or Combo WLAN and Bluetooth Module

Slots 2 & 3 for mSATA SSD

Card Reader

Embedded Multi-In-1 Push-Push Card Reader

MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RS MMC SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC/ SDXC MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo

Interface

Three USB 3.0 Ports (Including one AC/DC Powered USB port)

One USB 2.0 Port One eSATA Port (USB 3.0 Port Combined) One HDMI-Out Port One DisplayPort (1.1a) One

Mini DisplayPort

One S/PDIF Out Jack One Headphone/Speaker-Out Jack One Microphone-In Jack One Line-In Jack One Mini-IEEE1394a Port One RJ-45 LAN Jack One DC-In Jack

Note: External 7.1CH Audio Output Supported by Headphone, Microphone, Line-In and S/PDIF Out Jacks

Communication

Built-In Giga Base-TX Ethernet LAN 2M FHD PC Camera Module

WLAN/ Bluetooth Half Mini-Card Modules:

(Factory Option) Intel® Centrino® Ultimate-N 6300 Wireless LAN (802.11a/g/n)

(Factory Option) Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6235 Wireless LAN (802.11a/g/n) + Bluetooth 4.0

(Factory Option) Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 2230 Wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n) + Bluetooth 4.0

(Factory Option) Wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n) + Bluetooth

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Environmental Spec

Temperature

Operating: 5

°C - 35°C

Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C

Relative Humidity

Operating: 20% - 80% Non-Operating: 10% - 90%

Power

Removable 8-cell Smart Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Full Range AC/DC Adapter

AC Input: 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output: 19.5V, 11.8A (230W)

Dimensions & Weight

412mm (w) * 276mm (d) * 45.4 - 41.8mm (h) Around 3.9kg with Battery and ODD

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External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open

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Top View

1. Built-In PC Camera

2. PC Camera LED

3. Built-In Microphone

4. LCD

5. Speakers

6. LED Indicators

7. Power Button

8. Illuminated Keyboard

9. TouchPad and Buttons

10.Fingerprint Reader (Optional)

Note tha t the Touchpad a nd Buttons has a valid operational area ind icated w ithin the red dotted lines above.

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External Locator - Front & Right side Views

Figure 2

Front Views

1. LED Power Indicators

Figure 3

Right Side Views

1. Optical Device Drive Bay

2. Emergency Eject

Hole

3. Headphone Jack

4. Microphone Jack

5. S/PDIF-Out Jack

6. Line-In Jack

7. USB 2.0 Port

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External Locator - Left Side & Rear View

Figure 4

Left Side View

1. Mini-IEEE 1394a Port

2. RJ-45 LAN Jack

3. USB 3.0 Port /

USB Charge

4. USB 3.0 Port

5. Combined eSATA/

Powered USB 3.0 Port

6. Multi-in-1 Card Reader

Figure 5

Rear View

1. Vent/Fan Intake

2. Display Port

3. HDMI-Out Port

4. Mini Display Port

5. DC-In Jack

6. Security Lock Slot

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External Locator - Bottom View

Figure 6

Bottom View

1. Sub Woofer

2. Fan Outlet/Intake

3. Component Bay Cover

4. Primary HDD Bay

5. Secondary HDD Bay

6. Battery

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Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan intakes while the computer is in use.

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1 - 8 Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts)

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Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts)

Figure 7

Mainboard Top

Key Parts

1. Platform Controller Hub

2. Audio Codec

3. KBC ITE IT8587

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Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Key Parts)

Figure 8

Mainboard Bottom

Key Parts

1. VGA-Card Connector

2. CPU Socket (no CPU installed)

3. Memory Slots DDR3 SO-DIMM (Primary)

4. Hard Disk Connector

5. MSAT A Conne ctor

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Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors)

Figure 9

Mainboard Top

Connectors

1. USB 3.0 Port / e-SATA

2. Multi-in-1 Card Reader

3. KB LED Connector

4. TP LED Cable Connector

5. LED 4 Cable Connector

6. TouchPad Cable Connector

7. MSATA Cable Connector

8. LED 3 Cable Connector

9. Keyboard Cable Connector

10.Audio Cable Connector

11.LCD Cable Connector

12.eDP Cable Connector

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Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Connectors)

Figure 10

Mainboard Bottom

Connectors

1. DC-In Jack

2. Mini Display Port

3. HDMI-Out Port

4. Display Port

5. VGA Fan Cable Connector

6. Sub Woofer Cable Connector

7. CPU Fan Cable Connector

8. USB 3.0 Ports

9. RJ-45 LAN Jack

10.Mini-IEEE 1394a Port

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Disassembly

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2.Disassembly

Chapter 2: Disassembly

Overview

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the P170SM series notebook’s parts and subsystems. When it comes to reassembly, reverse the procedures (unless otherwise indicated).

We suggest you completely review any procedure before you take the computer apart.

Procedures such as upgrading/replacing the RAM, optical device and hard disk are included in the User’s Manual but are repeated here for your convenience.

To make the disassembly process easier each section may have a box in the page margin. In formation contained under the figure # will give a synopsis of the sequence of procedures involved in the disassembly procedure. A box with a  lists the relevant parts you will have after the disassembly process is complete. Note: The parts listed will be for the disassembly procedure listed ONLY, and not any previous disassembly step(s) required. Refer to the part list for the previous disassembly procedure. The amount of screws you should be left with will be listed here also.

A box with a  will also provide any possible helpful information. A box with a  contains warnings.

An example of these types of boxes are shown in the sidebar.

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Information

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Warning

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2.Disassembly

NOTE: All disassembly procedures assume that the system is turned OFF, and disconnected from any power supply (the battery is removed too).

Maintenance Tools

The following tools are recommended when working on the notebook PC:

• M3 Philips-head screwdriver

• M2.5 Philips-head screwdriver (magnetized)

• M2 Philips-head screwdriver

• Small flat-head screwdriver

• Pair of needle-nose pliers

• Anti-static wrist-strap

Connections

Connections within the computer are one of four types:

Locking collar sockets for ribbon connectors To release these connectors, use a small flat-head screwdriver to

gently pry the locking collar away from its base. When replacing the connection, make sure th e connector is oriented in the same way. The pin1 side is usually not indicated.

Pressure sockets for multi-wire connectors To release this connector type, grasp it at its head and gently

rock it from side to side as you pull it out. Do not pull on the wires themselves. When replacing the connection, do not try to force it. The socket only fits one way.

Pressure sockets for ribbon connectors To release these connectors, use a small pair of needle-nose pli-

ers to gently lift the connector away from its socket. When replacing the connection, make sure the connector is orie nted in the same way. The pin1 side is usually not indicated.

Board-to-board or multi-pin sockets To separate the boards, gently rock them from side to side as

you pull them apart. If the connection is very tight, use a small flat-head screwdriver - use just enough force to start.

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Maintenance Precautions

The following precautions are a reminder. To avoid personal injury or damage to the computer while performing a removal and/or replacement job, take the following precautions:

1. Don't drop it. Perform your repairs and/or upgrades on a stable surface. If the computer falls, the case and other components could be damaged.

2. Don't overheat it. Note the proximity of any heating elements. Keep the computer out of direct sunlight.

3. Avoid interference. Note the proximity of any high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong mag- netic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage components and/or dat a. You sho uld a lso mon itor the position of magnetized tools (i.e. screwdrivers).

4. Keep it dry. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.

5. Be careful with power. Avoid accidental shocks, discharges or explosions.

•Before removing or servicing any part from the computer, turn the computer off and detach any power supplies.

•When you want to unplug the power cord or any cable/wire, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head. Do not pull on the wire.

6. Peripherals – Turn off and detach any peripherals.

7. Beware of static discharge. ICs, such as the CPU and main support chips, are vulnerable to static electricity. Before handling any part in the computer, discharge any static electricity inside the computer. When handling a printed circuit board, do not use gloves or other materials which allow static electricity buildup. We suggest that you use an anti-static wrist strap instead.

8. Beware of corrosion. As you perform your job, avoid touching any connector leads. Even the cleanest hands produce oils which can attract corrosive elements.

9. Keep your work environment clean. Tobacco smoke, dust or other air-born particulate matter is often attracted to charged surfaces, reducing performance.

10. Keep track of the components. When removing or replacing any p art, be careful not to leave small part s, such as screws, loose inside the computer.

Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

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Power Safety

Warning

Disassembly

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2.Disassembly

Disassembly Steps

The following table lists the disassembly steps, and on which page to find the related information. PLEASE PERFORM THE DISASSEMBLY STEPS IN THE ORDER INDICATED.

To remove the Battery: