PackardBell easynote mz Service Manual

Packard Bell

EasyNote MZ series

Disassembly Manual

Table of Contents

Overview ..................................................................................................................3

Technician Notes......................................................................................................3

Disassembly Instructions..........................................................................................3

Reassembly Instructions..........................................................................................3

Required Tools.........................................................................................................3

Battery......................................................................................................................4

Memory ....................................................................................................................4

Wireless LAN adapter (Mini-PCI or Mini PCI-Express card).....................................6

Hard disk..................................................................................................................6

Optical drive .............................................................................................................7

Keyboard..................................................................................................................9

LCD Panel Assembly..............................................................................................11

Topcover and touchpad..........................................................................................12

Mainboard ..............................................................................................................13

Modem (optional) ...................................................................................................13

USB Board .............................................................................................................13

CPU and CPU fan..................................................................................................14

DC Jack ..................................................................................................................15

Speakers................................................................................................................15

LCD Panel..............................................................................................................15

Wireless LAN antenna............................................................................................17

Inverter board.........................................................................................................17

Reassembly Notes.................................................................................................18

Notice.....................................................................................................................18

EasyNote MZ Disassembly Manual

Overview

This document contains step-by-step disassembly instructions for the EasyNote MZ series. The instructions are illustrated where necessary with images of the part of the device that is being removed or disassembled.

Packard Bell reserves the right to make changes to the EasyNote MZ series without notice.

Technician Notes

Only technicians authorized by Packard Bell B.V. should attempt to repair thi s equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any indication of component replacement or printed wiring board modifications may void any warranty or exchange allowances.

Disassembly Instructions

When disassembling the unit, follow these general rules:

n Turn off the power and disconnect all cables. n Label all removed connectors. Note where the connector goes and in what

position it was installed.

n Do not disassemble the unit into parts that are smaller than those specified in

the instructions.

Reassembly Instructions

Reassembly is the reverse of the disassembly process. Use care to ensure that all cables and screws are returned to their proper positions. Check that no tools or any loose parts have been left inside the product. Check that everything is properly installed and tightened.

Required Tools

All disassembly procedures can be performed using the following tools:

n Phillips (#1 bit) screwdriver n Small flat blade screwdriver

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Battery

1. Push the two sliders outwards and pull out the battery.

Fig. 1 The bottom of the notebook.

Memory

1. Remove battery as described above.

2. Unlock the 2 screws of the memory cover. Note that the screws will not

come loose completely; they will stay attached to the cover.

Fig. 2 The bottom of the notebook.

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3. Lift the door out.

Fig. 3 The memory compartment.

4. Push aside the clips securing the memory module.

Fig. 4 The memory module

5. Lift the module from the slot.

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Note: In case there are 2 modules built in, you will have to remove the top module before

removing the bottom module.

Wireless LAN Adapter (Mini-PCI or Mini PCI-Express)

1. Remove the battery as described above.

2. Unlock the 2 screws of the add-on card cover. Note that the screws will

not come loose completely; they will stay attached to the cover. See Fig. 2.

3. Lift the door out.

4. Disconnect the WLAN antennas from the card. Make a note for each

cable whether it is connected to ‘main’ or ‘aux’.

5. For mini-PCI (EasyNote MZ35 / MZ36): Push aside the two clips securing the WLAN adapter card.

Fig. 5 The WLAN module.

6. For mini-PCI Express (EasyNote MZ45): remove the two screws

securing the WLAN adapter.

7. Pull the card from its slot.

Hard Disk Drive

1. Remove the battery as described above.

2. Unlock the 2 screws of the HDD cover. Note that the screws will not

come loose completely; they will stay attached to the cover. See Fig. 2.

3. Lift the door out.

4. Pull the hard disk loose from its connector.

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