Acer 7420 Instrukcja Użytkownika

TravelMate 7520/7520G/7220 Series Aspire 7420/7120 SeriesService Guide

4Table of Contents

92 Chapter 3Removing the Speaker Modules1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 63.3. See “Removing

Chapter 3 9323. Remove the four screws (C) holding the left and right speakers. 24. Remove the left and right speakers from the upper case. Removin

94 Chapter 321. Remove the one screw (C) securing the USB board to the lower case. 22. Remove the USB Board from the lower case. Step Size (Quantity)

Chapter 3 95 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessLCD Module Disassembly FlowchartMain Screw ListItem Screw Part No.A M2.5 x L6 86.00E33.736E M2.5 x L5 86.00

96 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 64.3. See “Removing the WLAN

Chapter 3 978. Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and remove the bezel from the LCD module. NOTE: The bottom side of the bezel is glued to the lcd pane

98 Chapter 38. Remove the three screws (A) securing the LCD module and the Inverter panel. 9. Detach the LCD with the brackets from the back cover. Re

Chapter 3 999. Detach the acetic tapes holding the FPC cable from the LCD panel and detach the acetic tape securing the FPC connector. 10. Disconnect

100 Chapter 3Removing the Left and Right Hinge1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 64.3. See “Remov

Chapter 3 1019. Loosen the aluminum tape holding the antennas in place.10. Release the antenna cables from the latches. 11. Remove the tapes together

Chapter 1 1FeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:Platform and memoryT AMD Turion™ 64 X2 dual-core mobile technology TL-66/TL

102 Chapter 37. See “Removing the LCD module with the Brackets” on page 97.8. See “Removing the Left and Right Hinge” on page 100.9. See “Removing the

Chapter 4 103Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer

104 Chapter 4System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive CheckDo the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write

Chapter 4 105T External keyboardIf any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory checkMemor

106 Chapter 4Check the Power AdapterUnplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter c

Chapter 4 107Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following:From Software:1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel2. In

108 Chapter 4Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely c

Chapter 4 109Index of Error MessagesError Code ListError Codes Error Messages006 Equipment Configuration ErrorCauses:1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch2

110 Chapter 4System timer error RTC batteryRun BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.System boardReal time clock error RTC

Chapter 4 111Error Message ListNo beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceNo beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.Power source (batte

2 Chapter 1models)T Optical drive options:tDVD-Super Multi double-layer drive tDVD/CD-RW combo driveT 5-in-1 card reader supporting Secure Digital™ (S

112 Chapter 4Phoenix BIOS Beep CodesCode Beeps POST Routine Description02h Verify Real Mode03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)04h Get CPU type06h

Chapter 4 1133Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values42h Initialize interrupt vectors45h POST devi

114 Chapter 482h Detect and install external RS232 ports83h Configure non-MCD IDE controllers84h Detect and install external parallel ports85h Initial

Chapter 4 115B9h Prepare BootBAh Initialize DMI parametersBBh Initialize PnP Option ROMsBCh Clear parity checkersBDh Display MultiBoot menuBEh Clear s

116 Chapter 4F5h Boot to Mini DOSF6h Clear Huge SegmentF7h Boot to Full DOSCode Beeps

Chapter 4 117Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceLCD backlight doesn't workLCD is too dark

118 Chapter 4The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 105. Hold and press the pow

Chapter 4 119The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode.See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 38.Hard disk connection boardHard disk driveSystem b

120 Chapter 4NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 122.Touchpad doe

Chapter 4 121Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defe

Chapter 1 3T Headphones/speaker/line-out jackT Line-in jackT Microphone jackT Ethernet (RJ-45) portT Modem (RJ-11) portT DC-in jack for AC adaptorEnvi

122 Chapter 4Undetermined ProblemsThe diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whe

Chapter 5 123Top ViewNo. Description No. Description1 Power Cable Connector 5 Fingerprint/Touchpad Connector2 LCD Cable Connector 6 Bluetooth Connect

124 Chapter 5Bottom ViewNo. Description No. Description1 CPU 7 USB Connector2 SATA Connector 8 Card Reader 3 PC Card Reader 9 Line-out jack4 LAN Conne

Chapter 5 125Standard Operation Procedures of Password Bypassing and BIOS RecoveryBios/KBC update :The firmware are combined into one binary file and

126 Chapter 5PIN pad LocationThe system board provides one hardware Pin pad under the keyboard pad. RD/CSD can enable this function by shorting this p

Chapter 5 127Enable this function by pressing Fn+ESC, and the Power Button. To use this function, it is strongly recommended that the AC adapter is pl

128 Chapter 5

Chapter 6 129This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 5710/5310 and Extensa 5610/5210. R

130 Chapter 6TravelMate 7520/7520G/7220/7220G Exploded DiagramTravelMate 7520/7520G/7220/7220G FRU ListCategory No. Part Name and Description Acer Par

Chapter 6 131BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SANYOBT.00603.029BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SONYBT.00604.015BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH PANASONICBT.006

4 Chapter 1System Block DiagramCLK GEN.9 502ICS LPRS( 875 -605)RTM T14.318MHzAZALIADDR II 533/667/80032.768KHzUSB x 4USBUSBUSBPCI E x-416 16xHyperTran

132 Chapter 6CablesFINGER PRINT BOARD CABLE 50.TK901.001TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.TK901.002LAUNCH BOARD CABLE 50.TK901.003POWER BOARD CABLE 50.TK901.004BLUETO

Chapter 6 133POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.T30V1.001POWER CORD 10A 125V 3PIN US BK27.01518.641POWER CORD 2.5A 125V 8121- USA/W CNS 27.01518.781POWER CORD

134 Chapter 6UPPER CASE W/ COVER SWITCH CABLE60.TKC01.002UNIT LOAD COVER L-CASE DOOR ASSEMBLY60.TK901.003OPTICAL BRACKET 33.TK901.002COMBO BEZEL 42.TK

Chapter 6 135CPU MEROM T5500 1.66GHZ INTEL PGAKC.55L01.DTPCPU MEROM T5600 1.83GHZ INTEL PGA BKC.56001.DTPCPU MEROM T5600 1.83GHZ INTEL PGAKC.56L01.DTP

136 Chapter 6HDD 80GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE ST980811AS VENUS LFKH.08001.030HDD 80GB 5400RPM SATA HGST HTS541680J9SA00 SURUGA-B LFKH.08007.021HDD 80GB 5

Chapter 6 137KEYBOARD 14_15KB-EV2 88KS BLACK KOREAN (BIG ERGO) DARFONKB.INT00.018KEYBOARD 14_15KB-EV2 93KS BLACK JAPANESE (BIG ERGO) DARFONKB.INT00.01

138 Chapter 6LCD 15.4” WXGA AU B154EW02-V1 GLARELK.15405.014LCD 15.4” WXGA LG LP154WX4-TLC2 GLARELK.15408.028CameraCAMERA CMOS 0.3M BISON BN30V4O71730

Chapter 6 139NAME PLATE TM5310 40.TK601.001LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.TK501.001ScrewsSCREW M2 x L3 (WHITE) 86.00C07.220SCREW M2.5 x L6 NYLOK CR3+ 86.00E33.73

Appendix A 140TravelMate 7520/7520G/7220/7220G SeriesModel RO CountryAcer Part noDescriptionCPU LCDDIMM 1DIMM2HDD 1 (GB)ODDWireless LANBluetoothVOIP P

141 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiPA USA/Canada - Canadian FrenchLX.AV30J.001AS5051AWXMi MCECF UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5SO5

Chapter 1 5Your Acer Notebook tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer.Front ViewIcon Item Descri

Appendix A 142AS5051AWXMiAAP Thailand LX.AV305.004AS5051AWXMi XPHTH2 UMAC 1*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT

143 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiTWN GCTWN LX.AV305.012AS5051AWXMi XPHTC1 UMAC 1*512/120/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT

Appendix A 144AS5051AWXMiAAP Thailand LX.AV30J.017AS5051AWXMi MCETH1 UMAC 1*1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO1GBII6N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT_AT

145 Appendix AAS5052WXMiAAP Thailand LX.AV30J.009AS5052WXMi MCETH1 UMAC 1*1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATTL50N14.1WXGAGSO1GBII6N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT_ATH54

Appendix A 146AS5051ANWXMiAAP Philippines LX.AV30C.011AS5051ANWXMi LINPUSPH1 UMAC 1*512/60/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N60GB5.4KNS

147 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.AV30J.030AS5051AWXMi MCECS5 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.

Appendix A 148AS5051AWXMiEMEA Slovenia/CroatiaLX.AV30J.037AS5051AWXMi MCESI1 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB

149 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA France LX.AV30J.026AS5051AWXMi MCEWFR11W UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4KNS

Appendix A 150AS5051AWXMiEMEA Holland LX.AV305.020AS5051AWXMi XPHNL1 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4KNSM8

151 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA South AfricaLX.AV305.017AS5051AWXMi XPHSA1 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4K

6 Chapter 1Closed Front View6 Click buttons (left, center* and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons.*The c

Appendix A 152AS5052WXMiPA USA/Canada - Canadian FrenchLX.AV30J.021AS5052WXMi MCEUS UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATTL50N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5SO512M

153 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Russia LX.AV30J.052AS5051AWXMi MCERU9 UMAC 1*512/100/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_VP_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII6N N100GB5.4KNSM

Appendix A 154AS5051ANWXMiEMEA Middle EastLX.AV30C.020AS5051ANWXMi LINPUSAR7 UMAC 1*512/60/BT/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5N N60GB5.4KNSM

155 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Switzerland LX.AV30J.060AS5051AWXMi MCESW8 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB

Appendix A 156AS5051AWXMiEMEA Holland LX.AV30J.069AS5051AWXMi MCENL6 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8

157 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.AV30J.068AS5051AWXMi MCEPL7 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.

Appendix A 158AS5051AWXMiEMEA Germany LX.AV305.057AS5051AWXMi XPHDE7 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8

159 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Greece LX.AV305.054AS5051AWXMi XPHEL1 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8X

Appendix A 160AS5051AWXMiEMEA Russia LX.AV305.049AS5051AWXMi XPHRU2 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATM K36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8X

161 Appendix AAS5052NWXMiAAP India LX.AV30C.026AS5052NWXMi LINPUSIL1 UMAC 1*512/80/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATTL50N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N80GB5.4KNSM8XABT

Chapter 1 7Left View9 Wireless communication switchEnable/disable the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication (manufactu

Appendix A 162

Appendix B 163This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under

164 Appendix BMicrosoft® Windows® Vista Environment TestItem Device NameCRT Port TestCRT Monitor Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19”,

Appendix B 165USB ODD Logitec CDRW+DVDROM comboLG DVD+R/RWSony DVD+R/RWIR TestIR Printer HP LaserJet 2200 using IRHP 450wbt deskjetIR Mobile Phone Son

166 Appendix BMemory Card Test (SD/MS/MMC/SM/CF/Microdrive/XD)SD Card Apacer 128/256MBTranscend 256MBSanDisk 256MBApacer 2GB (150x Hi-Speed)KINGMAX 1G

Appendix C 167This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you are a distributor, dealer

168 Appendix C

Index 169AAFLASH Utility 53Antennas 100Audio 35BBattery Pack 62BIOS 31package 31password control 31ROM size 31ROM type 31vendor 31Version 31BIOS Suppo

170 IndexLCD Brackets 99LCD Module DisassemblyFlowchart 95LCD with the Brackets 97lower cover 64MMain Unit DisassemblyFlowchart 73Mainboard 89media ac

8 Chapter 1Right ViewRear PanelIcon Item Description1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs2 Optical disk access indicatorLights u

Chapter 1 9Bottom PanelIndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators:Icon Item Description1 Second Hard disk bayHouses the compute

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 7520/7520G/7220 Series and Aspire 7420/7120 Series service guide.

10 Chapter 1The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed.NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is

Chapter 1 11Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to protection and manageability features for a more secure, smarter and easier way to

12 Chapter 1NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your fingers - dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; hence, the lighte

Chapter 1 13Using the KeyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special ke

14 Chapter 1Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key Description KeyWindows keyPressed alone, this key has th

Chapter 1 15Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen brightness, volume output an

16 Chapter 1Special KeyYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1

Chapter 1 17Acer Empowering TechnologyThe Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new

18 Chapter 1Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you m

Chapter 1 19Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options. To

IIICopyrightCopyright © 2007 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, sto

20 Chapter 1To switch between power plans:1. Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop-down list.2. Click "Apply".To edit a

Chapter 1 21connected to the system. For projectors and external devices that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an

22 Chapter 1The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password. This password wi

Chapter 1 23To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices ty

24 Chapter 1For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 61 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.NOTE: If your c

Chapter 1 25T Lets you set an asset tag for your system.Windows Mobility CenterThe Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings

26 Chapter 1Using the System UtilitiesAcer Bio-Protection (for selected models)Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint

Chapter 1 27Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.To enable the dual monitor feature of the n

28 Chapter 1Double (verticle), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two di

Chapter 1 293. Select Run Scan to scan your system.4. When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan.NOTE: For optimal security, run a Full

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.NOTE Gives bits and piece

30 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsThrottling 50%: On= 99 C; OFF=93 COS shut down at 105 C; H/W shot down at 110 .C ProcessorItem

Chapter 1 31 NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. O

32 Chapter 1 Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 MbpsLAN connector type RJ45LAN connector location Left sideFeatures Integrated 10/100 BASE-T transceive

Chapter 1 33Interface SATA SATA SATA SATAMax. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s)540 540 540 540Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s)100

34 Chapter 1Super-Multi Drive moduleItem SpecificationVendor & model name HLDS Super-Multi Drive GSA-T20N, PHILIPS Super-Multi Drive DS-8A1P, PION

Chapter 1 35 Resolution 18 bit stereo full duplexCompatibility HD audio Interface; S/PDIF output for PCM or AC-3 contentSampling rate 1Hz resolution V

36 Chapter 1 VGA ATI M66/M74/M76 MXMLAN Realtek 8100SBL/CLUSB 2.0 Intel ICH8MSuper I/O controller N/AMODEM ALC 883Bluetooth Built-in ATI SB460Wireles

Chapter 1 37LCD 17” inchItem SpecificationVendor & model name B170PW03 (Glare)LTN170X2-L02-1-1 (Glare)LP171WP4-TLB1 (Glare)B170PW03 (Non-Glare)LTN

38 Chapter 1AC AdaptorItem SpecificationInput rating 90V AC to 264V AC, 47Hz to 63HzMaximum input AC current 1.7AInrush current 220A@115VAC220A@230VA

Chapter 2 41BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).Y

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.1. This Service Guide provides you wi

42 Chapter 2Navigating the BIOS UtilityThere are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit.Follow these instructions:T T

Chapter 2 43InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.NOTE: The system information is subject to diff

44 Chapter 2MainThe Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.NOTE: The scree

Chapter 2 45The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: The s

46 Chapter 2AdvancedThe table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.Par

Chapter 2 47SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.NOTE: Please refer to

48 Chapter 2The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: When

Chapter 2 49Removing a PasswordFollow these steps:1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The

50 Chapter 2If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning.If the new password

Chapter 2 51BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette dri

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52 Chapter 2ExitThe Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below describes the

Chapter 2 53BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:T New versions of system programsT New features or

54 Chapter 2Remove HDD/BIOS UtilityThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:T If you key in wrong HDD password for t

Chapter 2 55Remove BIOS Password:T If you key in wrong Supervisor Password for three time, “System Disabled” would display on the screen. See the imag

56 Chapter 2T If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem, you can run BIOS_PW.EXE1.Key in “bios_pw 14452 0”2. Choose one upper-case stringT Reb

Chapter 2 57

58 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 59This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.Disassembly

60 Chapter 3General InformationPre-disassembly InstructionsBefore proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:1. Tu

Chapter 3 61External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly FlowchartThe flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the ent

1Table of ContentsSystem Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

62 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn base unit over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the batt

Chapter 3 63Removing the SD dummy card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it (1, 2).2. Pull it out from the slot (2). Removing the PC an

64 Chapter 32. Press it again (1) to pop out the PC dummy card (2). Remove the PC dummy card from the slot.3. Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the

Chapter 3 652. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 63.3. See “Removing the PC and ExpressCard dummy cards” on page 63.4. Loosen the nine screws (

66 Chapter 35. Loosen the two screws (B) from the secondary HDD cover. 6. Use a plastic screw driver to pry open the secondary HDD cover.7. Remove th

Chapter 3 673. Remove the HDD Bracket from the slot.4. Disconnect the SATA power connector. 5. Disconnect the SATA connector.6. Remove the aluminum ta

68 Chapter 3Removing the DIMM 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 63.3. See “Removing the PC and

Chapter 3 696. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 7. Move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the two screws (C) on the WL

70 Chapter 35. Disconnect the hard disk module from the connector by pulling on the mylar tab on the hard disk module.6. Remove the hard disk module.

Chapter 3 712. Turn the base unit over, then remove the one screw (A) on the bottom side of the unit. 3. Carefully use a plastic screw driver to eject

2Table of ContentsExternal Modules Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61Removing the Battery Pack . .

72 Chapter 35. Remove the two screws (K) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step Size (Qua

Chapter 3 73Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the Modem Board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2. See

74 Chapter 33. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 68.4. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 68.5. Remove the 2 screws (C) securing the modem ca

Chapter 3 753. Disconnect the heatsink fan connector from FAN1 on the main board. 4. Remove the two screws (C) securing the heatsink fan module. 5.

76 Chapter 33. Remove the nine screws (C) securing the CPU and VGA heatsink module in place. 4. Slide out and remove the heatsink module. Removing t

Chapter 3 775. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU, then remove the CPU. NOTE: When installing th

78 Chapter 36. Carefully remove the VGA board from the main board. Removing the Middle Cover and the Power Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on

Chapter 3 795. Disconnect the Power board cable from the main board and disconnect the Power board cable. 6. Remove the one screw (C) securing the Pow

80 Chapter 33. Release the top latches securing the keyboard in place.4. Carefully pry the keyboard out of the side latches and slide it out; then tur

Chapter 3 81Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 64.3. See “Removing the WLA

3Table of ContentsJumper and Connector Locations 123Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

82 Chapter 38. Release the wireless LAN antenna cables from the hole and latches as shown. 9. Remove the two screws (A) from the base of the unit. 10

Chapter 3 8311. Carefully remove the LCD module from the base unit. NOTE: When connecting the cable back to the unit, please note that the cable shoul

84 Chapter 320. Disconnect the DC in cable from the main board.21. Disconnect the Launch board cable from the SWITCHCN1 from the main board. 22. Disc

Chapter 3 8524. Remove the twenty screws (A) on the bottom and top panel. 25. Gently pry the upper case from the main unit. 26. Remove the upper case

86 Chapter 312. See “Removing the Heatsink Fan Module” on page 74.13. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 75.14. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 8714. See “Removing the CPU” on page 76.15. See “Removing the VGA board (for Discrete model only)” on page 77.16. See “Removing the Middle C

88 Chapter 322. Remove the four screws (C) on the touch pad bracket and remove the touch pad bracket from the upper case. 23. Remove the fingerprint

Chapter 3 8924. Carefully pry loose and remove the touch pad board. WARNING:The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad bo

90 Chapter 320. Disconnect the USB cable from the main board. 21. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the BLUE1 connector on the main board. 22. Disco

Chapter 3 9124. Carefully remove the main board from the bottom panel. Removing the ODD Board Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 62.2.