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Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual
Model PP28L
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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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
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a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license. Intel, Pentium,
and Celeron 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.
November 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 Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Removing the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Replacing the Hard Drive
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Removing the DIMM A Memory Module . . . . . . . . 17
Replacing the DIMM A Memory Module
Removing the DIMM B Memory Module
Replacing the DIMM B Memory Module . . . . . . . . 22
. . . . . . . . 19
. . . . . . . . 20
4 Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly . . 25
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly . 25
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Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly . 28
5 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Removing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing the Processor
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
6 Communication Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Subscriber Identity Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Wireless Mini Cards
Removing a WLAN Card
Replacing a WLAN Card
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card . . 39
Replacing a WWAN Card
Flash Cache Module or Ultra Wide Band
Removing the FCM or UWB
Replacing the FCM or UWB
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
. . . . . . . . 42
. . . . . . . . . . . . 42
. . . . . . . . . . . . 43
7 Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover . 45
Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover . 45
Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover
. 47
8 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology
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Removing the Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Replacing the Card
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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9 Battery Latch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Removing the Battery Latch Assembly . . . . . . . . . 51
Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly
. . . . . . . . . 52
10 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Replacing the Keyboard
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
11 Button Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Removing the Button Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Replacing the Button Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
12 Display Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Removing the Display Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Replacing the Display Assembly
Removing the Display Bezel
. . . . . . . . . . . . 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Replacing the Display Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Removing the Display Panel
Replacing the Display Panel
Removing the Display Panel Cable
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
. . . . . . . . . . . 70
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13 LCD Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Removing the LCD Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Replacing the LCD Camera
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
14 Palm Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Removing the Palm Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Replacing the Palm Rest
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
15 Biometric Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Removing the Biometric Module . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Replacing the Biometric Module . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
16 Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Removing the Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Replacing the Optical Drive
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
17 Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
18 Hard Drive Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
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Removing the Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Replacing the Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Removing the Hard Drive Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
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Replacing the Hard Drive Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
19 ExpressCard Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Removing the ExpressCard Reader . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Replacing the ExpressCard Reader
. . . . . . . . . . . 94
20 System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Removing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Replacing the System Board
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
21 S-Video Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Removing the S-Video Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Replacing the S-Video Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
22 Wireless Sniffer Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Removing the Wireless Sniffer Board . . . . . . . . . 103
Replacing the Wireless Sniffer Board
. . . . . . . . . 104
23 Charger Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Removing the Charger Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Replacing the Charger Board
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
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24 Coin-Cell Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery
. . . . . . . . . . . . 110
25 Flashing the BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Flashing the BIOS From a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive
. . . . . . . . . 113
26 Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors . . . 115
USB Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Video Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
S-Video TV-Out Connector
HDMI Connector
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
IEEE 1394a Connector
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
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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
• 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
Click
Start
, click the arrow , and then click
The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process
finishes.
3
Ensure that the computer and any 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 for at
least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off.
Shut Down
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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
cover from being scratched.
2
Turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 9).
3
If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See
the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer
and then unplug the cable from the network device.
4
Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer.
5
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical
outlets.
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you service the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this
particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers.
6
Turn the computer over.
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Slide and click the battery latch release.
8
Slide the battery out of the battery bay.
1 battery 2 battery-bay latch release
9
Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power
button to ground the system board.
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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 or in Sleep state.
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).
Removing the Hard Drive
the metal housing of the hard drive.
Product Information Guide
.
2
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over.
3
Remove the four M3 x 3-mm screws and slide the hard drive out of the bay.
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NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic
packaging (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product
Information Guide).
4
Remove the two screws from either side of the hard drive bezel and remove
the bezel.
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1 hard drive bezel 2 screw (2)
2
1
Replacing the Hard Drive
1
Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use
excessive force, you may damage the connector.
2
Replace the two screws on either side of the hard drive to connect it to the
bezel.
3
Slide the hard drive into the bay.
4
Replace and tighten the four screws on the hard drive cover.
5
Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring
Your Operating System" in your computer
6
Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see
"Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your computer
Owner’s Manual
Owner’s Manual
Hard Drive 15
).
).
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Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
2
1
Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original, or comparable, foam
packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
1 foam packaging 2 hard drive
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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 “DIMM B” before you install a module in
the connector labeled “DIMM A.”
Removing the DIMM A 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).
The DIMM A memory module is located directly above the DIMM B
memory module located on the bottom of the computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over and loosen the four captive screws along with the
M2.5 x 5-mm screw. Remove the module cover.
Product Information Guide
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1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 2 module cover
1 3
2
1
2
3 captive screw (4)
1 DIMM A memory module 2 DIMM B memory module
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to
spread the memory module securing clips.
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3
2 3
1
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end
of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
4
Remove the module from the connector.
1 upper memory module connector 2 securing clip (2)
3 memory module (DIMM A)
Replacing the DIMM A 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).
1
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the
connector slot.
2
Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and press the
module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove
the module and reinstall it.
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot.
No error message indicates this failure.
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1 tab 2 notch
1 2
NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing
the cover to close may damage your computer.
3
Replace the module cover.
4
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your
computer and an electrical outlet.
5
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically
updates the system configuration information.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click Start
Help and Support→ Dell System Information.
Removing the DIMM B Memory Module
NOTICE: If a memory module is installed in the DIMM A connector, remove it prior
to removing the memory module from the DIMM B connector. Failure to do so could
result in damaging both memory modules.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over and loosen the four captive screws along with the
M2.5 x 5-mm screw. Remove the module cover.
→
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1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 2 module cover
1 3
2
1
2
3 captive screw (4)
1 DIMM A memory module 2 DIMM B memory module
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to
spread the memory module securing clips.
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NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
2 3
1
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
3
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end
of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
4
Remove the module from the connector.
1 lower memory module connector 2 securing clip (2)
3 memory module (DIMM B)
Replacing the DIMM B 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).
1
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the
connector slot.
2
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.
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot.
No error message indicates this failure.
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1 tab 2 notch
1 2
NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing
the cover to close may damage your computer.
3
Replace the module cover.
4
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your
computer and an electrical outlet.
5
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically
updates the system configuration information.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click Start
Help and Support→ Dell System Information.
→
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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).
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer upside down and loosen the four captive screws along
with the M2.5 x 5-mm screw. Remove the module cover.
.
4
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1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 2 module cover
1 3
2
3 captive screw (4)
3
Loosen the six captive screws along with the M2.5 x 5-mm screw from the
thermal-cooling assembly.
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1 thermal-cooling assembly 2 captive screw (6)
2
3
1
3 M2.5 x 5-mm screw
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1 fan cable connector 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screw
2
1
4
Disconnect the thermal fan cable connector from the system board.
NOTE: The fan is a part of the thermal-cooling assembly.
5
Tilt the thermal-cooling assembly slightly and lift it 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.
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.
.
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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 six captive screws and the M2.5 x 5-mm screw on the thermalcooling assembly.
4
Replace the module cover.
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Processor
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
the
Product Information Guide
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.
Removing the Processor
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see "Removing the
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly" on page 25).
NOTICE: When removing the processor, pull it straight up. Be careful not to bend
the pins on the processor.
3
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.
.
5
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1 processor 2 pin-1 corner of
1 2 3 4
4 ZIF-socket cam screw
4
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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3ZIF socket
processor
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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 backing off 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 28).
5
Replace the module cover.
6
Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS-update program CD. See ("Flashing
the BIOS" on page 113).
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Communication Cards
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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 Cingular and Vodafone need a SIM. Verizon, Sprint, and Telus do not
use SIMs.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
In the battery bay, slide the SIM into the compartment.
Product Information Guide
.
6
1 SIM 2 battery bay
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.
Product Information Guide
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If you ordered a wireless Mini Card with your computer, the card is already
installed. Your computer supports three types of wireless Mini Cards:
• Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
• Ultra Wide Band (UWB)
• Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
Removing a WLAN Card
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over.
3
Loosen the two captive screws on the Mini Card module cover and remove
the cover.
4
Disconnect the antenna cables from the
NOTE: The gray antenna cable may not be available in all computers. The
presence of the gray antenna cable in your Mini Card compartment depends
upon the type of display.
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WLAN
card.
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1 WLAN card 2
3
2
1
5
Release the
6
Lift the
WLAN
WLAN card
card by removing the securing screw.
out of its system board connector.
M2 x 3-mm
securing screw
3 antenna cable
connectors (2)
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Replacing a WLAN Card
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel
resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign
the card.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the WLAN card, never place cables under the card.
1
Insert the
board connector labeled "WLAN."
2
Press the other end of the
board until the card clicks into place.
3
Replace the M2 x 3-mm securing screw.
4
Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the
If the WLAN card has two triangles on the label (white and black),
connect the white antenna cable to the connector labeled "main" (white
triangle), and connect the black antenna cable to the connector labeled
"aux" (black triangle).
If the WLAN card has three triangles on the label (white, black, and gray),
connect the white antenna cable to the white triangle, connect the black
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WLAN
card connector at a 45-degree angle into the system
WLAN
card down into the slot on the system
WLAN
card you are installing:
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antenna cable to the black triangle, and connect the gray antenna cable to
the gray triangle.
NOTE: The gray antenna cable may not be available in all computers. The
presence of the gray antenna cable in your Mini Card compartment depends
upon the type of display.
5
Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
6
Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.
Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card
NOTE: WWAN is also available on an ExpressCard (see "Using ExpressCards" in
your Owner’s Manual).
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over.
3
Loosen the two captive screws on the Mini Card module cover and remove
the cover.
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4
3
2
1
Disconnect the two antenna cables from the
WWAN
card.
1 WWAN card 2
5
Release the
6
Lift the
WWAN
WWAN card
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M2 x 3-mm
securing screw
3 antenna cable
connectors (2)
card by removing the securing screw.
out of its system board connector.
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Replacing a WWAN Card
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel
resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign
the card.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the WWAN card, never place cables under the card.
1
Insert the
board connector labeled "WWAN."
2
Press the other end of the
board until the card clicks into place.
3
Replace the M2 x 3-mm securing screw.
4
Connect the black antenna cable with a gray stripe to the connector
labeled "aux" (black triangle), and connect the white antenna cable with a
gray stripe to the connector labeled "main" (white triangle).
5
Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
6
Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.
WWAN
card connector at a 45-degree angle into the system
WWAN
card down into the slot on the system
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Flash Cache Module or Ultra Wide Band
If you ordered an FCM card or an UWB card with your computer, it is already
installed
The Flash Cache Module (FCM) 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.
Removing the FCM or UWB
. Only one of the cards can be installed in the slot provided.
NOTE: This card is only compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista™ operating
system.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over.
3
Loosen the two captive screws on the Mini Card module cover and remove
the cover.
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4
2
1
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.
5
Remove the M2 x 3-mm securing screw.
NOTE: In case of an UWB card, disconnect the blue antenna cable from the UWB
card.
6
Remove the FCM or UWB card.
1 FCM card 2 M2 x 3-mm securing screw
Replacing the FCM or UWB
NOTICE: Install the FCM or UWB in the WWAN or WPAN slot. Do not install an
FCM or UWB in the WLAN card slot. Doing so may cause damage to your computer.
1
Insert the
FCM or UWB
connector at a 45-degree angle into the system
board connector labeled "FCM" or "UWB."
2
Press the other end of the
FCM or UWB
down into the slot on the system
board until the card clicks into place.
3
Replace the M2 x 3-mm securing screw.
NOTE: In case of an UWB card, reconnect the blue antenna cable to the UWB
card.
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4
Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
5
Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.
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7
Hinge Covers and Center Control 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.
Product Information Guide
Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over and remove the three M2 x 2-mm screws that
secure the center control cover.
.
3
Turn the computer top side up, and open the display as far as it will open.
4
Ease the center control cover up until you see the cable connector that
attaches the cable to the system board.
NOTICE: Be extremely careful when removing the Center Control Cover. The cover
along with the cable that attaches to it are very fragile.
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1 center control cover 2 center control cover
1
2
3
4
cable connector
4 black securing tabs
5
Pull the black securing tabs of the cable connector with your fingertips and
3 center control
cover cable
ease out the cable.
6
Remove the hinge covers from each side of the computer.
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1 center control cover 2 hinge cover (2)
2
1
Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover
1
Replace the hinge covers.
2
To reconnect the cable that attaches the center control cover to the system
board, place the cable inside the cable connector and push its black
securing tabs inside with your fingertips.
3
Snap the center control cover in place.
4
Turn the computer over and replace the three M2 x 2-mm screws that
secure the center control cover to the computer base.
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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.
Product Information Guide
Removing the Card
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the center control cover (see "Removing the Hinge Covers and
Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the bluetooth cable from its routing.
4
Pull the bluetooth card out of the box.
.
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1 box 2 bluetooth card 3 cable connector
1
2
3
5
Disconnect the cable connector from the card.
6
Remove the card from the computer.
Replacing the Card
1
Connect the cable connector to the card.
2
Insert the bluetooth card into the box.
3
Replace the center control cover (see "Replacing the Hinge Covers and
Center Control Cover" on page 47).
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®
Wireless Technology
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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.
Removing the Battery Latch Assembly
1
Follow the instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on
page 10.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Covers and Center
Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
4
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
5
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
6
Remove the system board (see "Removing the System Board" on page 95).
7
Squeeze the plastic clips together to release the button and slide the
battery latch assembly to the right to remove it.
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9
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1 spring 2 battery latch assembly
2
1
3
3 plastic clips
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 above in the
illustrations.
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 and line it up with
the plastic clips in the base.
Ensure that the newly installed latch moves smoothly and freely when
pushed and released.
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4
Replace the system board (see "Replacing the System Board" on page 96).
5
Replace in reverse order the other components that you removed in
"Removing the Battery Latch Assembly" on page 51.
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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.
Product Information Guide
Removing the Keyboard
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws at the top of the keyboard.
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
4
Carefully slide the keyboard toward the back of the computer.
.
NOTICE: Be extremely careful when removing and handling the keyboard. Failure
to do so could result in scratching the display panel.
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1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw (2) 2 keyboard
1
2
3
5
4
3 keyboard tab (5) 4 keyboard cable
5 plastic securing bar
5
Pull up on the plastic bar that secures the keyboard cable to the system
board and remove the keyboard
Replacing the Keyboard
1
Slide the keyboard cable connector into the slot until it clicks and pull
down on the plastic bar that secures the keyboard cable to the system
board.
2
Align the five tabs along the bottom of the keyboard and slide them under
the palm rest.
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
3
Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws along the top of the keyboard.
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4
Replace the Hinge Covers and the Center Control Cover (see "Replacing
the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
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Button 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 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 Button Board
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
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1 screw (2) 2 button board
12
4
3
3 button board cable 4 black securing tabs
4
Remove the two screws securing the button board.
5
To release the button board cable, pull the black securing tabs of the cable
connector with your fingertips and ease out the cable.
6
Remove the button board from the system.
Replacing the Button Board
1
Replace the button board.
2
To reconnect the cable that attaches the button board to the system board,
place the cable inside the cable connector and push its black securing tabs
inside with your fingertips.
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
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3
Replace the two screws that secure the button board to the system board.
4
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
5
Replace the Hinge Covers and the Center Control Cover (see "Replacing
the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
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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 Covers and the Center Control Cover (see "Removing
the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Turn the computer upside down and loosen the four captive screws along
with the M2.5 x 5-mm screw. Remove the memory module cover.
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1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 2 memory module cover
1 3
2
3 captive screw (4)
4
Remove the Mini Card cables from the Mini Cards if applicable (see
"Wireless Mini Cards" on page 35).
5
Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the Mini-Card
antenna cables from their routing guides.
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6
Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled "D" from the computer base.
7
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
8
Remove the two M2.5 x 8-mm screws from each side of the display
assembly.
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9
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.
10
Pull on the display cable pull-tab to disconnect the display cable from the
display connector on the system board.
11
Remove the camera cable connector from the system board.
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1 display cable pull-tab 2 camera cable connector
3
2
1
3 pull the Mini-Card antenna cables
out of the computer base through
here
12
Remove the display assembly from the computer base.
Replacing the Display Assembly
1
Replace the camera cable.
2
Reconnect the display cable to the connector on the system board.
3
Make note of the cable routing and carefully slide the Mini-Card antenna
cables through the system board and into their routing guides.
4
Replace the two M2.5 x 8-mm screws on each side of the display assembly.
5
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
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6
1
Turn the computer over and replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled
"D" on the computer base.
7
Make note of the cable routing and carefully insert the Mini-Card antenna
cables through their routing guides.
8
Reconnect the mini card cables to the Mini Cards if applicable (see
"Wireless Mini Cards" on page 35).
9
Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Replacing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
Removing the Display Bezel
NOTICE: The display bezel is extremely fragile. Be careful when removing it to
prevent damaging the bezel.
1
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
2
Using your fingertips, carefully pry up the inside edge of the display bezel.
3
Remove the display bezel.
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1 display bezel
1
2
Replacing the Display Bezel
Realign the display bezel over the display panel, and gently snap into place.
Removing the Display Panel
1
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
2
Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 68).
3
Remove the six screws securing the display panel brackets.
1 display panel 2 screw (6)
4
Remove the display panel.
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5
1
2
Remove the eight screws (four on each side) that secure the display panel
brackets to the display panel.
1 display panel bracket (1 left, 1 right) 2 screw (8 total; 4 on each side)
Replacing the Display Panel
1
Attach the display bracket to the display panel by replacing the four screws
on each side of the display panel.
2
Align the display panel with the display back and replace the six screws.
3
Replace the display bezel (see "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 69).
4
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
Removing the Display Panel Cable
1
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
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2
1
2
3
4
Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 68).
3
Remove the display panel (see "Removing the Display Panel" on page 69).
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.
1 pull-tab of the bottom flex-cable
connector
3 flex-cable 4 tape securing the top flex-cable
5
Gently pull the pull-tab on the bottom flex-cable connector to release the
2 back of display panel
connector
cable from the inverter board.
6
Lift the tape that secures the top flex-cable connector and disconnect the
connector.
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2
1
3
LCD Camera
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
the
Product Information Guide
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).
Removing the LCD Camera
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the display assembly (see "Display Assembly" on page 63).
3
Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 68).
4
Remove the display panel (see "Removing the Display Panel" on page 69).
5
Remove the LCD camera cable from the routing channel.
6
Remove the two screws securing the LCD camera.
.
1 screw (2) 2 camera cable connector 3 camera
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7
Disconnect the camera cable from the connector.
8
Remove the LCD camera.
Replacing the LCD Camera
1
Align the camera over the screw holes.
2
Replace the two screws that secure the camera to the display.
3
Reconnect the camera cable to the connector.
4
Replace the display panel (see "Replacing the Display Panel" on page 70).
5
Replace the display bezel (see "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 69).
6
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
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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.
Removing the Palm Rest
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 17 and "Communication Cards" on page 35).
4
Remove the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
5
Remove the internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology (see
"Removing the Card" on page 49).
6
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
7
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
8
Turn the computer upside down and remove the eleven M2.5 x 5-mm
screws from the computer base.
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9
Turn the computer top side up and remove the single screw from the top
of the palm rest.
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1 screw 2 bluetooth cable connector
2
3
4
5
1
3 touch pad cable connector 4 palm rest
5 biometric cable connector
NOTICE: Pull on the plastic tab on top of the connectors to avoid damaging the
connectors.
10
Disconnect the bluetooth cable connector, touch pad cable connector and
the biometric cable connector from the system board.
11
Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to gently ease
the palm rest from the computer base by lifting the inside of the palm rest
while pushing in on the outside.
12
Ease up the palm rest until you see the suspend switch cable connector.
NOTICE: Be extremely careful when easing up the palm rest. The palm rest, along
with the cable that attaches it to the computer base are very fragile.
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1 palm rest 2 suspend switch cable connector
1
2
13
Disconnect the suspend switch cable to separate the palm rest from the
computer base.
NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the computer base to avoid damage
to the palm rest.
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Replacing the Palm Rest
1
Align the palm rest with the computer base and connect the suspend
switch cable.
2
Gently snap the palm rest into place.
3
Connect the bluetooth cable, touch pad cable and the biometric cable to
the system board.
4
Replace the screw on the top of the palm rest.
5
Turn the computer upside down and replace the eleven screws in the
computer base.
6
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
7
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
8
Replace the internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology (see
"Replacing the Card" on page 50).
9
Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Replacing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
10
Reinstall the memory modules or Mini Cards, if any.
11
Reinstall the ExpressCards in the ExpressCard slot, if any.
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Biometric Module
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.
Removing the Biometric Module
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
4
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
5
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
6
Remove the two screws that secure the biometric module to the computer
base.
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1 screw (2) 2 biometric module
11
2
3
3 palm rest (view from below)
7
Remove the biometric module.
Replacing the Biometric Module
1
Replace the biometric module.
2
Replace the two screws that secure the biometric module to the computer
base.
3
Replace the palm rest (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 79).
4
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
5
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
6
Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Replacing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
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Optical Drive
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.
Removing the Optical Drive
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
4
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
5
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
6
Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the optical drive to the
computer base.
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1 optical drive 2 M2 x 3-mm screw (2)
2
1
3
3 cable connector
7
Slide the drive at an angle toward the side of the computer.
8
Remove the cable connector from the back of the drive.
9
Lift the drive out of the computer base.
Replacing the Optical Drive
1
Connect the cable connector to the back of the drive.
2
Place the drive back in position and replace the two M2 x 3-mm screws
that secure the optical drive to the computer base.
3
Replace the palm rest (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 79).
4
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
5
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
6
Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Replacing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
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Speaker
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.
Removing the Speaker
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 17 and "Communication Cards" on page 35).
4
Remove the hard drive (see "Removing the Hard Drive" on page 13).
5
Remove the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
6
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
7
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
8
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
9
Disconnect the button board cable connector from the system board (see
"Removing the Button Board" on page 59).
10
Remove the two speaker screws (one on each speaker) from the computer
base.
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11
2
3
1
12
13
Replacing the Speaker
86 Speaker
1 speaker cable
connector
2 screw (2) 3 speaker cable
routing
Disconnect the speaker cable connector from the system board.
Make note of the speaker cable routing.
Remove the speakers.
1
Replace the speakers and the speaker cables.
2
Connect the speaker cable connector to the system board.
3
Replace the two speaker screws (one on each speaker) that secure the
speakers to the computer base.
4
Connect the button board cable connector to the system board.
5
Replace the palm rest (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 79).
6
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
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7
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
8
Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Replacing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
9
Replace the hard drive (see "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 15).
10
Reinstall the memory modules or Mini Cards, if any.
11
Reinstall the ExpressCards in the ExpressCard slot, if any.
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Hard Drive Cage
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.
Removing the Hard Drive Cage
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hard drive (see "Removing the Hard Drive" on page 13).
3
Remove the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
4
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
5
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
6
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
7
Remove the screw securing the hard drive cage to the computer base.
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1
2
Push the hard drive cage to the side to release it from the pin holding the
cage in place.
9
Slide the hard drive cage forward at an angle and lift it out.
Replacing the Hard Drive Cage
1
Replace the hard drive cage.
2
Replace the screw that secures the hard drive cage to the computer base.
3
Replace the palm rest (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 79).
4
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
5
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 56).
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6
Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Replacing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 47).
7
Replace the hard drive (see "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 15).
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ExpressCard 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.
Removing the ExpressCard Reader
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 "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
4
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
5
Remove the three M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the ExpressCard reader
to the computer base.
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2
1
6
Pull up on the ExpressCard reader to disconnect it from the system board.
Replacing the ExpressCard Reader
1
Replace the ExpressCard reader.
2
Replace the three M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the ExpressCard reader to
the computer base.
3
Replace the palm rest (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 79).
4
Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on
page 67).
5
Reinstall the ExpressCards in the ExpressCard slot, if any.
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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.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.
Removing the System Board
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 17 and "Communication Cards" on page 35).
4
Remove the hard drive (see "Removing the Hard Drive" on page 13).
5
Remove the internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology (see
"Removing the Card" on page 49).
6
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
7
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
8
Remove the optical drive (see "Removing the Optical Drive" on page 83).
9
Remove the ExpressCard reader (see "Removing the ExpressCard Reader"
on page 93).
10
Remove the wireless sniffer board (see "Removing the Wireless Sniffer
Board" on page 103).
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1
2
Disconnect the button board cable from the system board connector (see
"Removing the Button Board" on page 59).
12
Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board (see "Removing the
Speaker" on page 85).
13
Remove the three remaining M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the system
board to the computer base.
1
M2.5 x 5-mm screw
14
Lift the system board at an angle toward the side of the computer and out
(3) 2 system board
of the computer base.
Replacing the System Board
1
Follow all of the steps in "Removing the System Board" on page 95 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.
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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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S-Video 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 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 S-Video Board
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the system board (see "Removing the System Board" on page 95).
3
Remove the screw that secures the S-Video board to the system board.
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2
3
1
4
5
6
3 S-Video board 4 USB connector
5 S-Video connector SIM card slot
4
Detach the S-Video board from the system board connector.
Replacing the S-Video Board
1
Attach the S-Video board to the system board connector.
2
Replace the screw that secures the S-Video board to the system board
connector.
3
Replace the system board (see "Replacing the System Board" on page 96).
4
Replace the wireless sniffer board (see "Replacing the Wireless Sniffer
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5
Replace the ExpressCard reader (see "Replacing the ExpressCard Reader"
on page 94).
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