Gateway ML6018j, ML6020j, ML6720, ML6721, ML6725 Hardware Replacement Manual
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Replacing the AC Adapter
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Replacing the AC Adapter
To connect the AC adapter:
1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
Caution
Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord
must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your
notebook may be damaged.
2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook’s power connector.
3 Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet. The power indicator
turns on.
Power indicator
If the battery charge indicator does not turn on:
• Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in.
•Press F
N+F1 to toggle the status lights on and off.
• Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC
adapter.
• Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet.
Warning
Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has
no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has
dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway
about returning defective AC adapters.
Important
If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours,
contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number
shown on the label on the bottom of your notebook.
Technical Support
See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care Information. See
your reference guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
© 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Replacing the Battery
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Replacing the Battery
Important
If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can replace the
battery while the notebook is turned on.
Locating Components
Battery
Warning
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook.
Recycle or dispose of the battery as hazardous waste.
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard
if mishandled. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate.
Keep away from children.
5 Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the
notebook.
6 Slide the replacement battery into the notebook until it snaps into
place.
To replace the battery:
1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to Step 2.
- OR -
If your notebook is on and is not connected to AC power, save
your work and turn off your notebook.
2 Close the LCD panel.
3 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
4 Slide the battery lock to the unlock position.
7 Slide the battery lock to the lock position.
8 Turn your notebook over.
9 Plug your notebook into an AC outlet.
10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button.
Important
If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours,
contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number
shown on the label on the bottom of your notebook.
Technical Support
See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care Information. See
your reference guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
© 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Replacing the DVD Drive
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Replacing the DVD Drive
Tools
You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive.
Preventing static electricity discharge
The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static
electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD can
permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in
your notebook.
Warning
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts,
turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and
network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component.
Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines:
• Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and
packing foam.
• Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are
ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of
antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide
electrostatic protection.
• Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge
connectors. Never slide components over any surface.
• Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores)
and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other
grounded connection.
• Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded
object.
8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and
put it in a safe place.
Important
The keyboard screw hole is marked with a K.
Screw
9 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot
be removed), then remove the memory bay cover.
Screw
Screw
Screw
Screw
Replacing the DVD drive
To replace the DVD drive:
1 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity
discharge.”
2 Make sure that the DVD drive is empty.
3 Turn off your notebook.
4 Close the LCD panel.
5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable.
6 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any Express, PC,
and memory cards.
7 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove
the battery. For more information, see “Changing Batteries” in
your Reference Guide.
Screw
10 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the DVD drive screw,
then put it in a safe place.
Screw
Technical Support
See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care Information. See
your reference guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
Screw
© 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Replacing the DVD Drive
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11 Slide the DVD drive out of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD
bracket.
DVD bracket
12 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the
drive fits securely in the bay.
13 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed in Step 10.
14 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws.
15 Replace the keyboard screw.
16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable,
then turn on your notebook.
18 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express, PC, or
memory cards.
Technical Support
See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care Information. See
your reference guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
© 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
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