VXL Instruments TC61yy User Manual

Itona TC61yy

Service Manual

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Last Updated: September, 2012
Version: TC61yy/SM-36-12

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Table of Contents

1 Tools Required 1
2 Thin Client Bracket 3

Removing the thin client from the bracket 3

3 Removing the Side Cover and Bezel 4

Fixing the Bracket and Side Cover 5

4 Replacing Connectors and Cables 6

Replacing ATX Power Connectors 6
Replacing SATA Cables 7

5 Replacing SATA Hard Disk 8
6 Replacing RAM 10
7 Replacing the Motherboard 12
8 Removing the Power Supply Unit 13

Warning and Caution Statements

Warning: It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic

components (Motherboard, RAM and Power Supply).

Warning: Please ensure that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply

connector from the motherboard.

Caution: Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed in

only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please reverse the direction

A. ALLEN Hex HEAD

2.0mm Screwdrivers

A. HEX Screwdriver E. Hot Glue Gun with rod
B. Star Screwdriver F. Isopropyl Alcohol ((CH3)2 CHOH)
C. Nut Driver
D. Nose pliers

1 Tools Required

The tools required for servicing the Itona TC74yy Thin Client are shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1: Tools Required

1 Tools Required

B. Phillips screw driver

C. Hex Nut driver 5.0 mm

D. Nose pliers with spring

Tools Required 2

2 Thin Client Bracket

Removing the thin client from the bracket

The procedure to remove the thin client from the bracket is explained in this section.
To remove the thin client from the bracket:

1. Turn off the power to the client.

2. Remove all the cables connected to the client.

3. Unscrew the thumbscrews provided at the top and bottom of the bracket as shown in
Figure 2.

Figure 2: Thin Client Bracket

4. Remove thin client out of the bracket as shown in Figure 3

Figure 3: Removing Thin Client Bracket

3 Thin Client Bracket

3 Removing the Side Cover and Bezel

The procedure to remove the side cover and front bezel of the client is explained in this section.
To remove the and side cover:

1. Using the star screwdriver (Item B in Figure 1) unscrew the 2 screws as shown in Figure
4

Figure 4: Side Cover Screws

Note: Retain the screws for future use.

2. Slide the side cover and remove it as shown in Figure 5.

Figure 5: Removing Side Cover

3. Press the locks at the side of the bezel, hold the lock and remove the bezel as shown in
Figure 6.

Removing the Side Cover and Bezel 4

Figure 6: Front Bezel

Fixing the Bracket and Side Cover

To fix side cover and power adapter:

1. Gently press the side cover downwards.

2. Using the star screwdriver (Item B in Figure 1) tighten the two screws holding the side
cover.

3. Place the thin client in the bracket, fasten the thumb screws.

4. Connect the power adapter in the power input socket.

5. Switch on the power to the client.

5 Removing the Side Cover and Bezel

4 Replacing Connectors and Cables

Replacing ATX Power Connectors

1. Remove the power adapter and side cover . For more information see Removing the Side Cover
on page 4.

2. Unplug the ATX power connector as shown in Figure 7

Figure 7: ATX Connector

3. Unplug the LED light and power switch connector as show in Figure 8

Figure 8: LED and Power Switch Connector

4. Replace the old cables with the new ones.

Replacing Connectors and Cables 6

Replacing SATA Cables

1. Unplug SATA power cable as shown in Figure 9.

Figure 9: SATA Power Cable

2. Unplug the SATA data cable as shown in

Figure 10: SATA Data Cable

7 Replacing Connectors and Cables

5 Replacing SATA Hard Disk

To replace SATA hard disk:

1. Remove the power adapter and side cover . For more information see Removing the Side Cover
on page 4.

2. Using the star screwdriver ( Item B in Figure 1) unscrew the HDD bracket screws as shown in
Figure 11 and Figure 12 .

Figure 11: SATA Hard Drive Side Bracket Screws

Figure 12: SATA Hard Drive Top Bracket Screws

3. Using the star screwdriver (Item B in Figure 1) unscrew and remove the screws holding
the hard drive as shown in Figure 13.

Replacing SATA Hard Disk 8

Figure 13: SATA Hard Drive Bracket

4. Remove the rubber bushes and Mylar sheet.

Figure 14: Rubber Bush and Mylar Sheet

5. Replace the old hard drive with a new one.

9 Replacing SATA Hard Disk

6 Replacing RAM

To replace RAM:

1. Remove the power adapter and side cover . For more information see Removing the Side Cover
on page 4.

2. Apply isopropyl alcohol on the glue holding the RAM, pull the glue out using the nose pliers.

Figure 15: RAM Socket Clips

3. Remove the existing RAM from the socket by unlocking the holders and pulling it
outwards.

Figure 16: RAM Slot

Replacing RAM 10

4. Place the new RAM on the socket.

Note: Ensure that the new RAM is of the same dimensions as the existing RAM.

5. Slide the RAM downwards until the clip at each end of the socket lock into position.

Note: You will hear a distinctive click sound, indicating that the module is correctly

locked into position.

6. Fix the side cover and power adapter. For more information see Removing the Side
Cover on page 4.

11 Replacing RAM

7 Replacing the Motherboard

To replace the motherboard:

1. Remove the power adapter and side cover. For more information see Error! Reference
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2. Remove the motherboard screws as shown in Figure 17.

Figure 17: Motherboard Screws

3. Remove the motherboard from the cabinet as shown in Figure 18.

Figure 18: Removing Motherboard

4. Replace the existing motherboard with a new motherboard.

5. Using the star screwdriver (Item B in Figure 1) fix the motherboard using the four available
screws.

6. Fix the side cover and power adapter.

Replacing the Motherboard 12

8 Removing the Power Supply Unit

To replace the power supply unit:

1. Disconnect the ATX power supply cable as shown in the Figure 19.

Figure 19: ATX Power Supply

2. Using the star screwdriver ( Item B in Figure 1), unscrew the three screws holding the power
supply unit as shown in Figure 20: AC

Figure 20: AC Power Unit Screws

Note: Do not remove the earth connection (The green yellow wire).

3. Remove the power supply unit outward as shown in Figure 21

13 Removing the Power Supply Unit

Figure 21: Power Supply Unit

4. Remove the wires connected to the power supply unit. You may replace a new unit in its
place.

Figure 22: Power Supply Unit Wires

Removing the Power Supply Unit 14