Seagate ST9120817AS Informations techniques

Aspire 4730Z/4730ZG/4330 SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

90 Chapter 3Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 86.2. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 89.3. Using a flat screwdriver,

Chapter 3 91Removing the CPU Fan1. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 86.2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove the three securin

92 Chapter 34. Lift the Fan module clear of the Mainboard.

Chapter 3 93Removing the HDMI Module1. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 86.2. Remove the two securing screws from the HDMI Module.3. Remove the H

94 Chapter 3 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessLCD Module Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Color Part No.LCD Bezel M2.5*5 (NL) 4 Black 8

Chapter 3 95Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 66.2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw caps.3. Remove the fou

96 Chapter 34. Starting from the inside edges of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Move along the sides until all sides of th

Chapter 3 97Removing the Inverter Board1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 95.2. Disconnect the left and right Inverter board cables as shown.

98 Chapter 33. Remove the securing screw from the Inverter board.4. Lift the Inverter board clear of the LCD Module.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeInve

Chapter 3 99Removing the Camera Module1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 95.2. Disconnect the Camera Module cable as shown.3. Remove the two secu

Chapter 1 1System SpecificationsFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.

100 Chapter 34. Lift the Camera Module clear of the LCD Module.

Chapter 3 101Removing the LCD Panel1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 95.2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Module.IMPORTANT:The left

102 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 101.2. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Disconn

Chapter 3 1034. Remove the eight securing screws (four on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets.5. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the L

104 Chapter 3Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 101.2. Remove the strips holding the antenna cables in place. Ensure the ca

Chapter 3 105Removing the MIC Module1. See “Removing the Antennas” on page 104.2. Remove the strips holding the MIC Module cable in place. Ensure the

106 Chapter 3LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the LCD Panel1. Align the LCD brackets with the eight screw holes (four on each side) on the LCD

Chapter 3 1074. Align the LCD Panel cable as shown and press down to engage the adhesive pads.5. Replace the MIC cable under the mylar tab strips, and

108 Chapter 39. Secure the LCD module with the two securing screws.IMPORTANT:Ensure that the ground connector is secured in place with the leftside pa

Chapter 3 109Replacing the LCD Bezel14. Connect the left and right Inverter cables.1. Locate the bezel correctly and press down the edges until there

2 Chapter 1Communication• Acer Video Conference, featuring:• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam• Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone• WLAN:• Acer InviLink

110 Chapter 3Main Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the CPUReplacing the Thermal Module1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down (CPU side up), a

Chapter 3 111Replacing the CPU Fan ModuleReplacing the HDMI Module1. Align the Fan Module on the screw brackets. 2. Replace the 3 screws and secure.3.

112 Chapter 3Replacing the Mainboard1. Turn the Mainboard over. Connect the DC IN Cable to the Mainboard.2. Connect the I/O Cable to the Mainboard.3.

Chapter 3 1135. Replace the securing screw. 6. Replace the cabling through the securing pins.7. Connect the power jack to the power port on the Lower

114 Chapter 3Replacing the I/O BoardReplacing the Bluetooth Board1. Connect the FFC to the I/O Board 2. Locate the I/O over the lower cover and replac

Chapter 3 115Replacing the Modem Module3. Locate the Bluetooth Module and replace the single securing screw.1. Replace the Modem Module and secure the

116 Chapter 3Replacing the Finger Print Reader1. Replace the Finger Print Reader board in the upper cover.2. Replace the securing screw. 3. Secure the

Chapter 3 117Replacing the Touch Pad BracketIMPORTANT:The Touch Pad cannot be removed individually. To replace the Touch Pad, replace the entire Upper

118 Chapter 3Replacing the Launch BoardReplacing the Switch Board1. Replace the Launch Board on the upper cover. 2. Replace the two securing screws.1.

Chapter 3 119Replacing the Antenna CablesEnsure that the three Antenna cables pass through the Mainboard and are accessible from the underside of lowe

Chapter 1 3• • Modem (RJ-11) port• • DC-in jack for AC adapterEnvironment• Temperature:• Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C• Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C• Hum

120 Chapter 3Replacing the Speaker ModuleReplacing the Keyboard1. Align and replace the Speaker Module in the upper cover.2. Replace the four securing

Chapter 3 1213. Press down on the areas marked below to secure in place.

122 Chapter 3Replacing the Switch CoverReplacing the WLAN Module1. Connect the Switch Cover FFC as shown. 2. Replace the Switch cover, and press down

Chapter 3 123Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module3. Connect the two antenna cables to the module.1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the f

124 Chapter 3Replacing the DIMM ModulesNOTE: To replace DIMM Module 2, first remove DIMM Module 1. In this procedure, only DIMM Module 1 is shown. 1.

Chapter 3 125Replacing the ODD Module 1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the ODD cover on the new ODD Module.2. Press the cover into

126 Chapter 3Replacing the Lower Covers1. Replace the Memory Cover. 2. Replace the two screws to secure in place.3. Replace the WLAN Cover. 4. Replace

Chapter 3 127Replacing the Express and SD Card Trays1. Insert the Express Card and push into the slot until flush with the chassis cover.2. Insert the

128 Chapter 3

Chapter 4 129TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

4 Chapter 1System Block Diagram(Socket P)LCD Conn.GMCH HDACOVER LIGHTConnLS-4205PDOCKINGRTC CKT.3.3V 24.576MHz/48M hzCMOSCameraMINI Card x2New CardSoc

130 Chapter 4Power On IssueIf the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-de

Chapter 4 131No Display IssueIf the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-def

132 Chapter 4Abnormal Video DisplayIf video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the comp

Chapter 4 133LCD FailureIf the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:Buil

134 Chapter 4Touchpad FailureIf the Touchpad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-de

Chapter 4 135Sound ProblemsIf sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the compute

136 Chapter 4Internal Microphone FailureIf the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not r

Chapter 4 137HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

138 Chapter 4ODD FailureIf the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:ODD

Chapter 4 139c. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device has an exclamation mark,

Chapter 1 5Your Acer Notebook tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.Front ViewNo. Icon Item Description1

140 Chapter 4d. Repeat for the other ATA Devices shown if applicable.Drive Not DetectedIf Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actio

Chapter 4 141Modem Function FailureIf the internal Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a n

142 Chapter 4EasyTouch Button FailureIf the Acer EasyTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not re

Chapter 4 143External Mouse FailureIf an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternati

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

Chapter 4 145POST Codes TablesThese tables describe the POST codes, drivers, and keys for the POST. SecNO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatform\se

146 Chapter 4BDS & Specific action:0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initializ

Chapter 4 147Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORTEach Driver entry point used in 80_PORTCode Description0x000x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG0xA1 PEI_OEM_SERVICE0xA

148 Chapter 40xC4 SECURITY_STUB0xC5 DXE_CPU_IO0xC6 CF9_RESET0xC7 PC_RTC0xC8 STATUS_CODE0xC9 VARIABLE EMU_VARIABLE0xD9 DXE_CHIPSET_INIT0x45 DXE_ALERT_F

Chapter 4 1490x72 MONITER_KEY0x73 LEGACY_BIOS0x75 LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM0x76 PCI_PLATFORM0x6C ISA_FLOOPY0x6D PS2_MOUSE0x6E USB_BOT0x6F USB_CBI00x74 USB_

6 Chapter 1Closed Front View9 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.10 Click buttons (left and right) The lef

150 Chapter 4Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORTCode Description0xD4 SMM_ACCESS0xDE SMM_CONTROL0xCC SMM_BASE0xD2 SMM_RUNTIME0xDF SB_SMM_DISPATC

Chapter 5 151Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewLocation Description Location Description1 MDC Conn 10 Speaker Conn2 BT Conn 11 Function PCB to MB

152 Chapter 5Bottom ViewLocation Description Location Description14 SPDIF Conn 27 USB PCB to MB15 Audio Conn (pink) 28 DDR2 5.2 mm (Rev.)16 Audio Conn

Chapter 2 153Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

154 Chapter 5BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block:BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the syste

Chapter 6 155FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 4730Z

156 Chapter 6Aspire 4730Z/4730ZG/4330 Exploded DiagramsMain ModuleItem Description Part No. Item Description Part No.1 Middle Cover 60.AT902.001 6 Blu

Chapter 6 157LCD ModuleItem Description Part No. Item Description Part No.1 Antenna_L 50.AT902.004 7 Antenna_R 50.AT902.0032 Bracket_L 33.AT902.005 8

158 Chapter 6Aspire 4730Z/4730ZG/4330 FRU ListNOTE: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.Category Description Acer Part

Chapter 6 159CableT/P FFC 50.AT902.001POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.003POWER CORD UK 3

Chapter 1 7Left ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Ethernet (RJ-45) portConnects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.2 External display (VGA) portCon

160 Chapter 6MINI DOOR 42.AT902.002HDD DOOR 42.AT902.003CPU/ProcessorCPU INTEL P575 2G LF80537NF0411M SLB6M M0TBDCPU INTEL P585 2.16G LF80537NF0481M S

Chapter 6 161HDDHDD SATA 120G 5400RPM HGST HTS542512K9SA00 KH.12007.014 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM TOSHIBA MK1246GSX 0FA KH.12004.007HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM

162 Chapter 6KeyboardKEYBOARD INTE(UI) BLACK AS KB.INT00.442KEYBOARD ARABIC/ENGLISH BLACK AS KB.INT00.474KEYBOARD BELGIUM BLACK AS KB.INT00.473KEYBOAR

Chapter 6 163LCD CABLE 50.AT902.002LCD COVER-IMR 60.AT902.005LCD BEZEL 60.AT902.006LCD BRACKET-R 33.AT902.004LCD BRACKET-L 33.AT902.005ANTENNA-R 50.AT

164 Chapter 6MemoryRAM 512MB DDRII 667 NANYA NT512T64UH8B0FN-3C KN.51203.032 RAM 512MB DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3-CE6 KN.5120B.026RAM 512MB DDRII

Chapter 6 165Screw ListCategory Description Acer Part No.SCREW M2.5X8(NL) 86.AT902.001SCREW M2.5X5(NL) 86.AT902.002SCREW M2X3(NL) 86.AT902.003SCREW M2

Appendix A 166Model Definition and ConfigurationTravelMate 4730Z/4730ZG/4330 SeriesModel RO Country Acer P/N Description CPU BTAS4730Z-321G16MiAAP Aus

167 Appendix AAS4730Z-322G12MiPA USA LX.AT90X.011 AS4730Z-322G12Mi VHP32ATUS1 MC UMACE 1*2G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_EN35PMDT3200 NAS4730Z-322G12MiPA U

Appendix A 168AS4730Z-321G16MiAAP Japan LX.AT90C.012 AS4730Z-321G16Mi LINPUSAJP1 UMACE 1*1G/160/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_ENB1PMDT3200 NAS4730Z-321G16MiAAP

169 Appendix AAS4730Z-322G16iTWN GCTWN LX.AT90Y.003 AS4730Z-322G16i VHB32ATTW1 MC UMACE 1*2G/160/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_TC11PMDT3200 BT 2.0AS4730Z-322

8 Chapter 1Right ViewRear ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2 Optical driv

Appendix A 170AS4330-161G12MiPA ACLA-SpanishLX.ATV0Y.009 AS4330-161G12Mi EM VHB32ATEA3 MC UMACE 1*1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_ES22CMT1600 NAS4330-161G1

171 Appendix AAS4330-161G16MiAAP Thailand LX.ATV0C.011 AS4330-161G16Mi LINPUSATH1 UMACE 1*1G/160/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_EN11CMT1600 BT 2.0AS4330-171G1

Appendix A 172AS4730Z-341G16nN14.1WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160GB5.4KS N 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNAS4730Z-322G12MiN14.1WXGAG SO2GBII6 N N120GB5.4KS NSM

173 Appendix AAS4730Z-320512MiN14.1WXGAG SO512MBII6 N N120GB5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG3rd WiFi BGAS4730Z-321G12MiN14.1WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N120GB5.4KS NSM8X

Appendix A 174AS4330-161G12MnN14.1WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N120GB5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNAS4330-161G12MnN14.1WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N120GB5.4KS

175 Appendix A

Appendix A 176

Appendix B 177Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

178 Appendix BMicrosoft® Windows® Vista Environment TestVendor Type DescriptionAdapter TestF0000183 DELTA CN65W Adapter DELTA 65W 1.7x5.5x11 SADP-65KB

Appendix B 17960002162 SIMPLO6CELL2.4 Battery SIMPLO AS-2007A Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 2400mAh 2nd COMMONBluetooth Test9999995 ONE TIME VENDERBT 2.0

Chapter 1 9Bottom ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery release latchReleases the battery for r

180 Appendix B10001067 INTELCM575 CPU Intel Celeron 575 PGA 2.0G 1M 667 MV10001067 INTELC2DP7350 CPU Intel Core2Dual P7350 PGA 2.0G 3M 1066 25W1000106

Appendix B 18160002036 SEAGATEN320GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB ST9320320AS Crockett SATA LF F/W:030360002005 HGST SGN160GB5.4KS HDD HGS

182 Appendix B60002215 SAMSUNGSO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864QZ3-CE6 LF60002215 SAMSUNGSO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 6

Appendix B 18323418669 HLDSNSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GSA-T50N LF W/O bezel SATA10001063 SONYNSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIV

184 Appendix BWLAN Test9999995 ONE TIME VENDER3rd WiFi BG Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcom 4312 minicard b/g23707801 FOXCONN TW3rd WiFi BG Foxconn FOX_AT

Appendix C 185Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

186 Appendix C

187AAFLASH Utility 35Antennas 104BBattery Pack 44BIOSROM size 19ROM type 19vendor 19Version 19BIOS PasswordsRemoving 39BIOS Supports protocol 19BIOS U

188Launch Board 75LCD Bezel 95LCD Brackets 102LCD Failure 133LCD Module DisassemblyFlowchart 94LCD Panel 101lower cover 47MMain Unit DisassemblyFlowch

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 4720Z/4730ZG/4330 Series service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1IndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators:The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is c

Chapter 1 11Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader)The following items show you how to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader:

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

Chapter 1 13Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the s

14 Chapter 1Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output a

Chapter 1 15Special 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

16 Chapter 1Using the System UtilitiesAcer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose finger

Chapter 1 17Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two di

18 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorCPU Fan True Value Table DIS SKU• Throttling 50%: On= 85°C; OFF=78°C• OS shut down at 9

Chapter 1 19BIOSCacheSystem Memory Item SpecificationBIOS vendor InsydeH20BIOS Version v1.03-T2BIOS ROM type FlashBIOS ROM size 1 MBSupported protocol

IIICopyrightCopyright © 2008 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, store

20 Chapter 1Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other

Chapter 1 21Wireless Module 802.11b/gHard Disk Drive InterfaceItem SpecificationChipset Intel Shirley Peak and Echo Peak (for Centrino platform) Ather

22 Chapter 1Combo Drive ModuleInternal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)370 ~ 730 typical400 ~ 794 typical850 Mbits/s maximum850 Mbits/s maximumI/O data

Chapter 1 23Super-Multi Combo ModuleItem SpecificationManufacturer and Model Sony DL 8X AD-7560SToshiba DL 8X TS-L633APioneer DVR-TD08RSType Drawer ty

24 Chapter 1Card ReaderAudio InterfaceItem SpecificationVendor & model name HLDS/GSA-T50N, Philips DS-8A2S, Sony/AD-7560S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633APe

Chapter 1 25USB InterfaceKeyboardBattery LCD 14.1” Item SpecificationChipset ICH9MUSB Compliancy Level 2.0Number of USB port 2Location Left SideItem S

26 Chapter 1LCD CameraLCD InverterAC AdapterSystem Power ManagementSupport Color greater than 262144Viewing Angle (degree)Horizontal: Right/LeftVertic

Chapter 2 27System UtilitiesBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

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

Chapter 2 29MainThe 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

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

30 Chapter 2SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below descri

Chapter 2 31Setting a PasswordFollow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Superviso

32 Chapter 2Changing a Password1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password bo

Chapter 2 33BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

34 Chapter 2ExitThe Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.The table below describes the parameters

Chapter 2 35BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features or

36 Chapter 24. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays.NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message

Chapter 2 37Remove HDD/BIOS UtilityThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:• If you key in wrong HDD password three

38 Chapter 2Remove BIOS Password:If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image below.

Chapter 2 393. Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password.Removing BIOS Passwords:To clear th

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

40 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 41Machine Disassembly and ReplacementThis chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenan

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

Chapter 3 43External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly FlowchartThe flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the ent

44 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the batte

Chapter 3 45Removing the SD dummy card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.2. Pull it out from the slot.

46 Chapter 3Removing the ExpressCard dummy card1. Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot.

Chapter 3 47Removing the Lower Covers1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 45.3. See “Removing the

48 Chapter 36. Remove the HDD cover as shown. 7. Remove the WLAN cover as shown.

Chapter 3 49Removing the DIMM Modules1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Remove the Memory Module cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” o

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50 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Remove the WLAN cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47

Chapter 3 515. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cables are sitting

52 Chapter 3Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Remove the HDD cover, See “Removing the Lower Covers”

Chapter 3 534. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeHDD Carrier M3*3 (NL) 4

54 Chapter 35. Remove the HDD from the carrier.

Chapter 3 55Removing the Optical Drive Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers”

56 Chapter 35. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis. 6. Remove the three screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from

Chapter 3 578. Press down on the locking catch to release the ODD cover and remove.

58 Chapter 3Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Color Part No.Switch Cover M2*3 (NL) 2 Black 86.

Chapter 3 59Removing the Switch CoverCAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that you

VIITable of ContentsSystem Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Chapter 35. Turn the Switch Cover over to expose the FFC cable and detach it using the tweezers.6. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis.

Chapter 3 61Removing the Keyboard1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Using a plastic pry, push in the two securing latches and slide the

62 Chapter 35. Using a pry, pull both sides of the retainer to disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard.

Chapter 3 63Removing the Antenna1. Remove the Antenna Cables from the securing pins as shown.2. Turn the computer over. Remove the adhesive strips hol

64 Chapter 33. Feed the antenna cables from the underside of the computer.4. Remove the Antenna Cables from the securing pins as shown.5. Pull the cab

Chapter 3 656. Fully remove the antenna cables and move them out of the way to prevent damage.

66 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47.3. See “Removing the WL

Chapter 3 678. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module.9. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. Step Size Quan

68 Chapter 3Removing the Upper Cover1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 45.3. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 6913. Turn the computer over. Remove the seven screws on the top panel. Step Size Quantity Screw TypeUpper Cover M2.5*5 (NL) 7

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66Removing the Upper Cov

70 Chapter 314. Disconnect the five cables from the mainboard as shown.Disconnect A as shown. Release the securing latches and disconnect B as shown.R

Chapter 3 7115. Remove the upper cover by lifting upward from the chassis, rear edge first.16. Turn the upper cover over. The upper cover appears as f

72 Chapter 3Removing the Touch Pad Bracket1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Disconnect the Touch Pad cable from the Touch Pad board.

Chapter 3 733. Move the Finger Print Reader FFC cable out of the way to prevent damage. 4. Remove the two securing screws from the Touch Pad bracket.5

74 Chapter 3Removing the Finger Print Reader1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Remove the securing screw from the Finger Print Reader boa

Chapter 3 75Removing the Launch Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Remove the two screws from the Launch Board. 3. Remove the Launch

76 Chapter 3Removing the Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Remove the adhesive tape from the speaker cable.3. Remove the f

Chapter 3 774. Remove the Speaker Module from the upper cover.

78 Chapter 3Removing the Switch Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Ensure the Switch Board cable is free from any obstructions.3. Tu

Chapter 3 79Removing the Touch Pad BoardIMPORTANT:The Touch Pad board is integrated into the design of the Upper Cover. To replace the Touch Pad board

IXTable of ContentsNo Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Random Loss of

80 Chapter 3Removing the I/O Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Remove the securing screw from the I/O Board.3. Lift the I/O Board c

Chapter 3 814. Disconnect the I/O Board cable and remove the board.

82 Chapter 3Removing the Bluetooth module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Remove the securing screw from the Bluetooth module.3. Lift t

Chapter 3 834. Disconnect the cable from the mainboard.

84 Chapter 3Removing the Modem Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Remove the adhesive strip securing the Modem cable to the Lower C

Chapter 3 854. Disconnect the Modem cable from the Modem module.5. Remove the two screws securing the Modem module. 6. Remove the Modem module from th

86 Chapter 3Removing the Main Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 68.2. Disconnect the power jack from the power port on the Lower Cover. 3

Chapter 3 874. Remove the securing screw from the Mainboard. 5. Remove the main board, rightside first, as shown. 6. Release the securing latches and

88 Chapter 37. Turn the Mainboard over. Disconnect the I/O Cable from the Mainboard.8. Disconnect the DC IN Cable from the Mainboard.

Chapter 3 89Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 86.2. Remove the four securing screws from the Thermal Module.3. Lift