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Dell™ XPS™ M1730 Service Manual
Model PP06XA
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Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of
your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data
and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,
or death.
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2007 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly
forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and XPS are trademarks of Dell Inc.;Bluetooth is
a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license. Intel and
Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are
either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming
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trade names other than its own.
September 2007 Rev. A00
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Contents
1 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Turning Off Your Computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology 13
Removing the Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 13
®
Replacing the Card With Bluetooth
Wireless Technology 14
3 Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Removing the Hard Drive Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacing a Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Cage
Replacing the Hard Drive Cage
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
. . 17
4 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Removing Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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5 Coin-Cell Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6 Hinge Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Removing the Hinge Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the Hinge Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacing the Keyboard
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8 Communication Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Subscriber Identity Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Wireless Mini Cards
Flash Cache Module
Removing the FCM
Replacing the FCM
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
9 Display Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Removing the Display Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replacing the Display Assembly
Removing the Display Bezel
Replacing the Display Bezel
. . . . . . . . . . . . 39
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Removing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replacing the Display Panel
Removing the Display Panel Cable
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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Removing the Display Hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
10 LCD Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Removing the LCD Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Replacing the LCD Camera
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
11 GamePanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Removing the GamePanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Replacing the GamePanel
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
12 Palm Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Removing the Palm Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Replacing the Palm Rest
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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13 Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
14 Wireless Sniffer Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
15 Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
16 ExpressCard Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
17 Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly . . 61
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly . 61
18 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
19 Speakers, Audio Connectors, and Consumer
Infrared 69
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Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Removing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Installing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Removing Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Removing the Audio Connector Board
Removing the Consumer Infrared Board
. . . . . . . . . 70
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20 Memory Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
21 Video Card and System Board . . . . . . . . 75
Removing the Video Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Replacing the Video Card
Removing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Replacing the System Board
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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22 Power Management Controller Board - Hall 79
23 Battery Latch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Removing the Battery Latch Assembly . . . . . . . . . 81
Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly . . . . . . . . . 84
24 Flashing the BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Flashing the BIOS From a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive
. . . . . . . . . 85
25 Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors . . . . 87
USB Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
S-Video TV-Out Connector
IEEE 1394 Connector
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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Before You Begin
This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components
in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the
following conditions exist:
• You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 9
and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 10.
• You have read the safety information in the Dell™
Guide.
• A component can be replaced or—if purchased separately—installed by
performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• Small flat-blade screwdriver
•Phillips screwdriver
• Small plastic scribe
• Hex nut driver
• Flash BIOS update program CD
Product Information
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open
programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2
Shut down the operating system:
Windows® XP:
Click
Start→
Shut Down→
Shut down
.
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Windows Vista™:
Click the Windows Vista Start button , click the arrow in the
lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown below, and then click
Shut Down
.
The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process is
complete.
3
Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your
computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you
shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button until
they turn off.
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from
potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components
or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket.
Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins.
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not
on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking tabs; if you are
disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect
the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending
any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors
are correctly oriented and aligned.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you
begin working inside the computer.
1
Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer
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2
1
Turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 9).
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer
and then unplug the cable from the network device.
3
Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer.
4
Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work
surface.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery
before you service the computer.
5
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical
outlets.
1 battery 2 battery-bay release latch
6
7
Remove the main battery:
a
Slide the battery-bay release latch on the bottom of the computer.
b
Remove the battery from the battery bay.
Press the power button to ground the system board.
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Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer,
it is already installed. The Bluetooth wireless technology card is located in the
battery compartment.
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Removing the Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
.
NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
3
Pull the card out of the battery compartment so that you can disconnect
the card from its cable and remove it from the computer.
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1 internal card with Bluetooth™ Wireless technology 2 cable
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3
3 bluetooth compartment
Replacing the Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
1
Connect the card to the cable and insert it into the compartment.
2
Replace the battery.
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Hard Drive
CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot,
do not touch
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your
Computer" on page 9) before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive
while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard
drive.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives
from sources other than Dell.
NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to
install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see
"Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your
Owner’s Manual).
Your computer can accommodate up to two hard drives. The hard drives are
installed in trays labeled 0 and 1 in the hard drive cage and the cage is
installed in the hard drive bay. To replace a hard drive or install a second one,
you must first remove the hard drive cage from the hard drive bay.
the metal housing of the hard drive.
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Removing the Hard Drive Cage
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
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2
1
1
Turn the computer over, loosen the two captive screws on the hard drive
cover, and then remove the cover.
1 captive screws (2)
3
Loosen the four captive screws on the hard drive cage and then lift the
pull-tab to flip the cage towards the center of the computer so that the
SATA cables and connectors are accessible.
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1 captive screws (4)
1
2
4
Carefully remove the SATA cables from the hard drive or drives that are
installed in the cage.
Replacing a Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Cage
1
Remove two screws on each side of the hard drive cage to free the hard
drive, then lift the drive out of its tray in the cage.
NOTICE: When a hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic
packaging. See “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” in the Product
Information Guide.
1 screws 2 hard drive cage
2
Remove the new hard drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
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3
Place the new hard drive into the drive cage tray and secure it with two
screws on each side.
a
Install the hard drive so that the manufacturer’s label faces the
bottom of the drive cage and the SATA connectors are at the open end
of the cage.
b
Install the primary hard drive in the tray labeled 0. You can install a
secondary hard drive in the tray labeled
1
.
Replacing the Hard Drive Cage
1
Place the hard drive cage upside down on the bottom of the computer with
the SATA connectors and cables aligned, and then firmly press the cables
onto the hard drives’ connectors.
NOTE: Ensure that the power connector cable is firmly secured to the mother
board.
2
Flip the hard drive cage over and into the hard drive bay.
3
Tighten the screws on the drive cage.
4
Replace the hard drive cover and tighten the screws.
5
If you have replaced the primary hard drive with a new hard drive that is
not already pre-imaged, install the operating system and drivers for your
computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling
Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner’s manual.
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Memory
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on
the system board. See "Specifications" in your Owner’s Manual for
information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory
modules that are intended for your computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer
warranty.
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets that can be
accessed from the bottom of the computer.
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a
memory module in the connector labeled “DIMM1” before you install a module in
the connector labeled “DIMM2.”
Removing Memory Module
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: If a memory module is installed in the DIMM 2 connector, remove it prior
to removing the memory module from the DIMM 1 connector. Failure to do so could
result in damaging both memory modules.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
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NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to
the computer.
3
Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws on the memory module
cover, and then remove the cover.
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1 captive screws (2) 2 memory module cover
1
2
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to
spread the memory-module securing clips.
4
If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:
a
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each
end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
b
Remove the module from the connector.
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1 memory module 2 securing clip
1
2
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a
memory module in the connector labeled “DIMM1” before you install a module in
the connector labeled “DIMM2.” Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to
avoid damaging the connector.
5
Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not
boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the
a
connector slot.
b
Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate
the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click,
remove the module and reinstall it.
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1 memory module 2 securing clip
1
2
6
Replace the memory module cover.
NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing
the cover to close may damage your computer.
7
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your
computer and an electrical outlet.
8
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically
updates the system configuration information. If prompted, press <F1> to
continue.
Confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
•
Windows® XP
– Right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop, then click
Properties→ General
•
Windows Vista
™
Click the Windows Vista Start button , right-click
Properties
.
.
Computer
, and then click
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Coin-Cell Battery
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 25).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27).
4
Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board.
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1 scribe 2 coin-cell battery
2
1
5
Remove the battery from the compartment on the system board by using a
scribe or small screwdriver to lift one side of the battery at the notch in the
plastic connector, being careful not to break the plastic.
6
Grasp the battery and pull it out of the battery compartment.
7
To install the coin-cell battery:
a
Insert the edge of the coin-cell battery into the plastic battery
compartment under the lip on the compartment.
b
Carefully press the coin-cell battery into the compartment, being
careful not to break the plastic.
8
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 28).
9
Replace the hinge cover (see "Replacing the Hinge Cover" on page 26).
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Hinge Cover
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
Removing the Hinge Cover
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover:
a
Open the display as far as possible.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the hinge cover, do not lift the cover on both sides
simultaneously.
Insert a scribe into the indent to lift the hinge cover on the right.
b
c
Ease the hinge cover up, moving from right to left, and remove it.
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1 hinge cover 2 scribe
1
2
Replacing the Hinge Cover
When replacing the hinge cover, first insert the left edge and then press from
left to right until the cover snaps into place.
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Keyboard
For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and
Touchpad" in your Owner’s Manual.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
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Removing the Keyboard
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 25).
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
3
Remove the keyboard:
a
Remove the four screws at the top of the keyboard.
b
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back
of the computer.
.
7
NOTICE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
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1 locking tab 2 screws (4)
2
3
4
1
3 keyboard connector ribbon
cable
4 retainer clip
c
Slide the keyboard towards the display to free the edge connector and
release the locking tab, then lift the keyboard and hold it slightly
forward to access the keyboard connector ribbon cable.
d
Use your finger tip to raise the black retainer clip on the keyboard
connector so that the ribbon cable slides out freely.
Replacing the Keyboard
1
Replace the keyboard:
a
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back
of the computer.
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NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
Insert the ribbon cable into the keyboard connector, and press down
b
on the retainer clip to secure the cable in place.
c
Align the locking tab on the palm rest with the slot on the keyboard
and slide the keyboard towards the bottom such that the tabs at the
bottom edge of keyboard slides into the slots on the edge of the palm
rest.
d
Replace the four keyboard screws.
e
Replace the hinge cover. See "Replacing the Hinge Cover" on page 26.
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Communication Cards
1
2
Subscriber Identity Module
Subscriber Identity Modules (SIM) identify users uniquely through an
International Mobile Subscriber Identity.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTE: Only GSM (HSDPA) type cards need a SIM. EVDO cards do not use a SIM.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
In the battery bay, locate the SIM compartment.
3
Slide in the SIM into the compartment as indicated on the battery bay.
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1 battery bay 2 SIM
Wireless Mini Cards
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
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If you ordered a Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed.
Your computer supports two types of wireless Mini-Cards:
• Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
• Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions located in the
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before
you service the computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover and keyboard. See "Removing the Hinge Cover"
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on page 25 and "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27.
3
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
4
If a Mini-Card is not already installed, go to step 5. If you are replacing a
Mini-Card, remove the existing card:
a
Disconnect the antenna cables from the card.
NOTE: Depending on the type of Mini-Card you have, not all cables may be in use.
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1
b
Release the card by pushing the metal securing tab away from the card
until the card pops up slightly.
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c
Slide the card at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.
NOTE: Do not insert a Mobile Broadband (WWAN) network card into the WLAN
card connector.
NOTE: The Mini-Card may have two or three connectors, depending on the type of
card you ordered.
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel
resistance, check the connectors and realign the card.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables on top of or
under the card.
5
Install the card:
a
Move any cables out of the way to make space for the Mini-Card.
b
Align the card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the
card into the connector until it clicks.
NOTE: For more specific information about which cable to connect to which
connector, see the documentation that came with your Mini-Card.
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6
Connect the antenna cables to the Mini-Card, ensuring that you route the
cables correctly.
7
Replace the keyboard and the hinge cover.
Flash Cache Module
The FCM, or Flash Cache Module, is an internal memory card that helps
improve the performance of your computer. The FCM card is also known as
®
Intel
Turbo Memory and the Intel® Flash Cache Logic Chip Mini-card.
NOTE: This card is only compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista™ operating
system.
If you ordered an FCM card with your computer, the card is already installed.
Removing the FCM
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions located in the
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before
you service the computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover and keyboard. See "Removing the Hinge Cover"
on page 25 and "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27.
3
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
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NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
4
Release the FCM by pushing the metal securing tab away from the card
until the card pops up slightly.
5
Slide the FCM at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.
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1
Replacing the FCM
1
Insert the FCM connector at a 45-degree angle into the system board
connector labeled "FCM" either in the WLAN or WWAN card
compartment.
2
Press the other end of the FCM down into the slot on the system board
until the card clicks into place.
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Display Assembly
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
Removing the Display Assembly
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 25).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27).
4
Remove the Mini Card cables from the Mini Cards if applicable (see
"Wireless Mini Cards" on page 31).
5
Rotate the display assemblyassembly at an approximate angle of 90
degrees to the base.
6
Remove the four screws from the hinges.
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1
Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the Mini-Card
antenna cables from their routing guides and pull the cables with their
connectors through the system board so that they are clear of the
computer base.
8
Pull on the display cable pull-tab to disconnect the display graphics cable
from the graphics card.
9
Disconnect the display power connector from the display connector on the
system board.
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1
10
If applicable, remove the camera cable connector from the system board.
11
Remove the display assembly from the computer base by rotating it
towards you.
Replacing the Display Assembly
1
If applicable, replace the camera cable.
2
Reconnect the display power cable to the connector on the system board.
3
Reconnect the display graphics cable to the connector on the graphics
card.
4
Make note of the cable routing and carefully slide the Mini-Card antenna
cables through the computer base and into their routing guides.
5
Replace the four screws on the hinges.
6
Reconnect the mini card cables to the Mini Cards if applicable (see
"Wireless Mini Cards" on page 31).
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1
2
Make note of the cable routing and carefully insert the Mini-Card antenna
cables through their routing guides.
8
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 28).
9
Replace the hinge cover. (see "Replacing the Hinge Cover" on page 26).
Removing the Display Bezel
NOTICE: The display bezel is extremely fragile. Be careful when removing it to
prevent damaging the bezel.
1
Remove the two rubber screw-covers/display bumpers.
2
Remove the two screws that secure the display bezel to the display
assembly.
3
Using your fingertips, carefully pry up the inside edge of the display bezel.
4
Remove the display bezel.
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Replacing the Display Bezel
2
1
3
4
1
Realign the display bezel over the display panel, and gently snap into place.
2
Replace the two screws securing the display bezel to the display assembly.
3
Replace the two rubber screw-covers/display bumpers around the screws.
Removing the Display Panel
1
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 37).
2
Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 40).
3
Remove the display cable from the routing channel.
4
Remove the camera cable connector.
5
Remove the twelve screws that secure the display panel brackets to the
display panel.
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6
Disconnect the light lobes connector using the pull-tab.
7
Remove the display panel.
Replacing the Display Panel
1
Replace the light lobes connector.
2
Replace the eight screws that attach the display panel brackets to each side
of the display panel.
3
Align the display panel with the display back and replace the four screws.
4
Connect the LCD camera cable to the display panel.
5
Route the cables back through their routing channels.
6
Replace the display bezel (see "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 41).
Removing the Display Panel Cable
1
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 37).
2
Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 40).
3
Remove the display panel (see "Removing the Display Panel" on page 41).
4
Turn over the display panel, placing it on a clean surface.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the computer when replacing the bottom flex cable,
gently support the bottom of the inverter board with one finger as you reseat the
bottom flex-cable connector. Do not bend the inverter board.
5
Gently pull the pull-tab from the bottom flex-cable connector to release
the cable from the inverter board.
6
Squeeze the flex-cable release levers at either side of the top flex-cable
connector, releasing the connector.
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2
3 pull-tab
Removing the Display Hinges
1
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 37).
2
Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 40).
3
Remove the four screws (two on each side) that secure the hinge to the
display back.
4
Remove the hinges.
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LCD Camera
Removing the LCD Camera
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
Product Information Guide
the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the display assembly (see "Display Assembly" on page 37).
3
Remove the LCD camera cable from the routing channel.
4
Remove the two screws securing the LCD camera.
5
Remove the LCD camera and cable.
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Replacing the LCD Camera
1
Align the camera under the securing clip and over the screw hole.
2
Replace the two screws that secure the camera to the display back.
3
Replace the display (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 39).
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GamePanel
Removing the GamePanel
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
Product Information Guide
the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 25).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27).
4
Disconnect the GamePanel connector from the system board.
5
Remove the two screws securing the GamePanel.
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Remove the GamePanel.
Replacing the GamePanel
1
Align the GamePanel over the screw holes.
2
Replace the two screws that secure the GamePanel.
3
Replace the GamePanel connector to the systemboard.
4
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 28).
5
Replace the hinge cover (see "Replacing the Hinge Cover" on page 26).
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Palm Rest
Removing the Palm Rest
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove any installed memory modules or Mini Cards (see "Memory" on
page 19 and "Communication Cards" on page 31).
4
Remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 15).
5
Remove the display assembly (see "Display Assembly" on page 37).
6
Turn the computer upside down and remove the fourteen screws from the
computer base.
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7
Turn the computer top side up and remove the nine screws marked P from
the top of the palm rest.
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1
NOTICE: Pull on the plastic tab on top of the connectors to avoid damaging the
connectors.
8
Disconnect the touch pad cable from the system board.
NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the computer base to avoid damage
to the palm rest.
9
Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate
the palm rest from the computer base by lifting the inside of the palm rest
while pushing in on the outside.
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Replacing the Palm Rest
1
Align the palm rest with the computer base and gently snap it into place.
2
Connect the touch pad connector to the system board.
3
Replace the nine screws on the top of the palm rest.
4
Turn the computer upside down and replace the fourteen screws in the
computer base.
5
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 39).
6
Replace the Mini Cards and memory modules.(see "Memory" on page 19
and "Communication Cards" on page 31).
7
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 28).
8
Replace the hinge cover (see "Replacing the Hinge Cover" on page 26).
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Fan
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer,
discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal
surface.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9).
2
Remove the system board (see "Video Card and System Board" on
page 75).
NOTICE: Ensure that you have moved any cables out of the way before you lift
away the fan.
3
Remove the three screws securing the fan, and lift the fan away from
bottom of the system board.
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Wireless Sniffer Board
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
4
Disconnect the wireless sniffer board cable from the system board.
5
Remove the screw from the sniffer board and remove it from the computer
base.
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2
3
Optical Drive
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety
instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the
computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the
computer.
3
Remove the optical-drive locking screw.
4
Insert a scribe into the notch and push it to the side to release the drive
from the bay.
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3 notch
5
Slide the drive out of the bay.
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ExpressCard Reader
2
1
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety
instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the
computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove the display assembly (see "Display Assembly" on page 37).
4
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
5
Remove the four screws that secure the Express Card reader to the
computer base.
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6
Disconnect the data cable from the system board by pulling it up and lift
up the express card reader assembly.
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Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
Product Information Guide
the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer upside down and remove the system board (see
"Removing the System Board" on page 76).
3
Loosen the five captive screws from the thermal-cooling assembly.
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1
4
Lift the thermal-cooling assembly out of the computer.
Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
Product Information Guide
the
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge
static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic
components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
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NOTE: The original pad can be reused if the original processor and heat sink are
reinstalled together. If either the processor or heat sink is replaced, use the thermal
pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have already removed the processor
thermal-cooling assembly and are ready to replace it.
1
Peel the backing off the thermal cooling pad and adhere the pad to the
portion of the thermal-cooling assembly that covers the processor.
2
Place the assembly on the system board.
3
Tighten the five captive screws on the thermal-cooling assembly.
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Processor
Removing the Processor
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
Product Information Guide
the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket cam screw and
the processor when removing or replacing the processor, press to apply slight
pressure to the center of the processor while turning the cam screw.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is
perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the system board (see "Removing the System Board" on page 76).
3
Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see "Processor ThermalCooling Assembly" on page 61).
NOTICE: When removing the processor, pull it straight up. Be careful not to bend
the pins on the processor.
4
To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the
ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the processor to the system board. Take
note of the arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw.
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5
Use a processor extraction tool to remove the processor.
Installing the Processor
NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the
processor. Seating the processor properly in the ZIF socket does not require force.
NOTICE: A processor that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent
connection or permanent damage to the processor and ZIF socket.
1
Align the pin-1 corner of the processor so that it points to the triangle on
the system board, and insert the processor into the ZIF socket.
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When the processor is correctly seated, all four corners are aligned at the
same height. If one or more corners of the processor are higher than the
others, the processor is not seated correctly.
NOTICE: To prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket cam screw and
the processor when removing or replacing the processor, press to apply slight
pressure to the center of the processor while turning the cam screw.
2
Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the
processor to the system board.
3
Peel the back of the thermal cooling pad and adhere the pad to the portion
of the thermal-cooling assembly that covers the processor.
4
Replace the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see "Replacing the
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly" on page 62).
5
Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS-update program CD. See ("Flashing
the BIOS" on page 85).
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Speakers, Audio Connectors, and Consumer Infrared
Removing Speakers
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove any installed memory modules or Mini Cards (see "Memory" on
page 19 and "Communication Cards" on page 31).
4
Remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 15).
5
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
6
Remove the audio connector board from the system board by removing the
screw and the audio connector cable. See "Removing the Audio Connector
Board" on page 70.
7
Remove the two speaker screws (one on each speaker) from the computer
base.
8
Disconnect the speaker connector from the system board.
9
Remove the two speakers by lifting them up.
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2
Removing the Audio Connector Board
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
3
Remove the screw securing the audio connector board.
4
Remove the audio connector cable from the system board.
5
Remove the audio connector board by lifting it up.
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2
1
Removing the Consumer Infrared Board
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
3
Remove the two screws securing the consumer infrared board.
4
Remove the infrared connector cable from the system board.
5
Remove the consumer infrared board by lifting it up.
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Memory Card Reader
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety
instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the
computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
4
Remove the three screws that secure the 8-in-1 memory card reader to the
computer base.
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5
Disconnect the system board connector by lifting up the memory card
reader.
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Video Card and System Board
Removing the Video Card
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove any installed memory modules or Mini Cards (see "Memory" on
page 19 and "Communication Cards" on page 31).
4
Remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 15).
5
Remove the internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology (see
"Internal Card With Bluetooth
6
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
7
Remove the display graphics cable from its connector.
8
Carefully lift up the video card assembly by pulling on the connector on
the system board.
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Wireless Technology" on page 13).
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Replacing the Video Card
Carefully align the video card assembly over the connector on the system
board and press down.
NOTE: The video card assembly is labeled "PUSH HERE."
Removing the System Board
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
The system board’s BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible
on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for
the system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the
Service Tag to the replacement system board.
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CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot.
3
Remove any installed memory modules or Mini Cards (see "Memory" on
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page 19 and "Communication Cards" on page 31).
4
Remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 15).
5
Remove the internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology (see
"Internal Card With Bluetooth
6
Remove the display assembly (see "Display Assembly" on page 37).
7
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
8
Remove the optical drive (see "Optical Drive" on page 57).
9
Remove the ExpressCard cage (see "ExpressCard Reader" on page 59).
10
Remove the wireless sniffer board (see "Wireless Sniffer Board" on
®
Wireless Technology" on page 13).
page 55).
11
Remove the 8-in-1 memory card reader (see "Memory Card Reader" on
page 73).
12
Disconnect the fan connector from the system board.
13
Disconnect the speaker connectors from the system board.
14
Disconnect the card with Bluetooth® wireless technology connector from
the system board.
15
Disconnect the audio board connectors from the system board.
16
Remove the video card from the system board.
17
Remove the five screws that secure the system board to the computer base.
18
Lift the system board up vertically and out of the computer base.
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Replacing the System Board
1
Follow all of the steps in "Removing the System Board" on page 76 in
reverse order.
NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no
stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to
the computer.
2
Turn on the computer.
NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag
into the BIOS of the replacement system board.
3
Insert the CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the
appropriate drive. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
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Power Management Controller Board - Hall
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety
instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the
computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the palm rest (see "Palm Rest" on page 49).
3
Remove the card with internal bluetooth® wireless technology (see
"Removing the Card With Bluetooth
4
Remove the consumer infrared board (see "Removing the Consumer
Infrared Board" on page 71).
5
Remove the two screws that secure the power management controller to
the computer base.
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6
Lift the power management controller to disconnect it from the system
board.
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Battery Latch Assembly
Removing the Battery Latch Assembly
CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety
instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery
(see "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 10) before working inside the
computer.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on
page 10.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 25).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27).
4
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 37).
5
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 49).
6
Remove the system board (see "Removing the System Board" on page 76).
7
Remove the M2 x 2.5-mm screw in the battery latch assembly.
When you remove the screw, the battery latch release on the bottom of the
computer will also be released.
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2
1
3
3 spring
8
Remove the spring from the hook on the computer base by lifting it up
and away with a screwdriver or a plastic scribe.
9
Remove the plastic battery-latch assembly starting from the right side
corner and proceeding towards the other end as shown below in the
illustrations.
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Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly
1
Insert the latch assembly into the channel on the computer base, and press
it into place.
2
Using a small screwdriver, hook the spring over the hook on the computer
base.
3
Place the battery latch release under the computer base, line it up with the
hole in the base, and then replace the M2 x 2.5-mm screw in the assembly.
Ensure that the newly installed latch moves smoothly and freely when
pushed and released.
4
Replace the system board.
5
Replace in reverse order the other components that you removed in
"Removing the Battery Latch Assembly" on page 81.
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Flashing the BIOS
If a BIOS-update program CD is provided with the new system board, flash
the BIOS from the CD. If you do not have a BIOS-update program CD, flash
the BIOS from the hard drive.
Flashing the BIOS From a CD
1
Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is
installed properly.
NOTE: If you use a BIOS-update program CD to flash the BIOS, set up the computer
to boot from a CD before inserting the CD.
2
Insert the BIOS-update program CD, and restart the computer.
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The computer continues
to boot and updates the new BIOS. When the flash update is complete,
the computer will automatically reboot.
3
Press <F2> during POST to enter the system setup program.
4
Press <Alt> and <F> to reset the computer defaults.
5
Press <Esc>, select
configuration changes.
6
Remove the flash BIOS-update program CD from the drive and restart the
computer.
Save changes and reboot
, and press <Enter> to save
Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive
1
Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in, the main battery is properly
installed, and a network cable is attached.
2
Turn on the computer.
3
Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at
4
Click
Download Now
5
If the
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this Agreement
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File Download
6
Click
Save this program to disk
The
Save In
7
Click the down arrow to view the
click
The file downloads to your desktop.
8
Click
The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the
downloaded BIOS update file.
9
Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on
the screen.
window appears.
Save
.
Close
if the
window appears.
and then click OK.
Save In
Download Complete
menu, select
window appears.
Desktop
, and then
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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
USB Connector
Pin Signal
1 USB5V+
2 USBP–
3 USBP+
4 GND
S-Video TV-Out Connector
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S-Video
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 GND
3 DLUMA-L
4 DCRMA-L
Composite Video
Pin Signal
5 GND
6 DCMPS-L
7 NC
IEEE 1394 Connector
Pin Signal
1 TPB–
2 TPB+
3 TPA–
4 TPA+
88 Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
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