Table of Contents
Overview ..................................................................................................................3
Technician Notes......................................................................................................3
Disassembly Instructions..........................................................................................3
Reassembly Instructions..........................................................................................3
Required Tools.........................................................................................................3
Battery......................................................................................................................4
Keyboard..................................................................................................................4
Hard Disk..................................................................................................................5
Top Cover.................................................................................................................7
Mainboard ..............................................................................................................10
Memory Modules....................................................................................................10
RTC Battery............................................................................................................11
Wireless LAN..........................................................................................................12
Bluetooth................................................................................................................13
LCD Assembly........................................................................................................13
Webcam.................................................................................................................14
LCD Panel..............................................................................................................15
Reassembly Notes.................................................................................................18
Notice.....................................................................................................................18
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Overview
This document contains step-by-step disassembly instructions for the EasyNote XS
series. The instructions are illustrated where necessary with images of the part of the
device that is being rem oved or disassembled.
Packard Bell reserves the right to make changes to the EasyNote XS series without
notice.
Technician Notes
Only technicians authorized by Packard Bell B.V. should attempt to repair this
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 ind ication 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 pro perly installed
and tightened.
Required Tools
All disassembly procedures can be performed using the following tools:
n Phillips (#1 bit) screwdriver
n Hex bolt (5 bit) screw driver
n Small flat blade screwdriver
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Battery
1. Push aside the 2 latches securing the battery.
Fig. 1 Removing the battery.
2. Pull out the battery
Keyboard
1. Remove the battery as described above.
2. Push back the 3 clips that secure the keyboard backwards with a
flathead screwdriver.
Fig. 2 The keyboard clips.
3. Lift up the keyboard.
4. Disconnect the flatcable by carefully pushing the brown clamp
downwards.
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Fig. 3 The keyboard flatcable.
5. Lift out the keyboard.
Hard Disk
1. Remove the battery and keyboard as described above.
2. Remove the screw securing the hard disk cover.
Fig. 4 The HDD cover.
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3. Remove the HDD cover.
4. Very gently lift the black clip that secures the HDD flat cable.
5. Push the brown clip sideways to release the flat cable and
disconnect it from the mainboard.
Fig. 5 The HDD flat cable.
6. Lift out the hard disk drive.
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