Acer 4730 Bedienungsanleitung

TravelMate 4730/4730G SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

90 Chapter 3Removing the Inverter Board1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 89.2. Remove the securing tapes from the left and

Chapter 3 91Removing the Camera Module1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 89.2. Disconnect the Camera Module cable as shown.

92 Chapter 34. Lift the Camera Bracket with the Camera Module (A) and remove the single securing screw (B).5. Place your finger on the top of the modu

Chapter 3 93Removing the LCD Panel1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 89.2. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the LCD Module, taki

94 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable1. Remove the LCD panel. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93.2. Turn the LCD panel over to expo

Chapter 3 95Removing the Antennas Editorès Note: We did not find this section covered. Please advice.1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2.

96 Chapter 3Removing the MIC Module1. Remove the LCD panel. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93.2. Remove the strips holding the MIC Module cable

Chapter 3 97LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the LCD Panel1. Align the LCD brackets with the eight screw holes (four on each side) on the LCD

98 Chapter 34. Replace the MIC cable under the mylar tab strips, and replace the MIC as shown. Secure the cable by pressing down on the strips.5. Repl

Chapter 3 998. Secure the cable by pressing down on the securing strip.9. Align the hinges with the LCD back cover and replace the LCD panel.10. Repla

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

100 Chapter 314. Connect the Camera Module cable as shown. 15. Connect the right Inverter board cable as shown.16. Connect the left Inverter board cab

Chapter 3 101Replacing the LCD Bezel1. Align the edge of the bezel with the bottom cover and replace the LCD Module.2. Replace the four securing scre

102 Chapter 3Main Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the VGA ModuleReplacing the CPU1. Insert the VGA Module as shown. 2. Replace the two securing s

Chapter 3 103Replacing the Thermal ModuleReplacing the RJ-11 Port1. Align and place the Thermal Module in the on the mainboard as shown.2. Connect the

104 Chapter 33. Connect the RJ-11 cable to the modem module as shown.

Chapter 3 105Replacing the Mainboard1. Replace the USB cable under the mainboard as shown.2. Replace the power jack in the Lower Cover and secure by p

106 Chapter 3Replacing the Modem ModuleReplacing the USB Board1. Replace the USB board on the lower base and secure with the single screw (provided).2

Chapter 3 107Replacing the Bluetooth BoardReplacing the Right Speaker Module1. Replace the speaker module on the lower cover as shown.1. Position the

108 Chapter 3 2. Replace the two securing screws.

Chapter 3 109Replacing the Launch Board1. Insert the left edge of the Launch Board into place and pivot the board to replace in the lower base.2. Repl

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

110 Chapter 3Replacing the Finger Print ReaderReplacing the Touch Pad Bracket1. Replace the Finger Print Reader board in the upper cover.2. Replace th

Chapter 3 111Replacing the Left Speaker ModuleReplacing the Upper Cover1. Starting with the rear, align the upper cover with the lower cover, taking c

112 Chapter 32. Connect the seven cables on the mainboard as shown.BCDEFGA

Chapter 3 1133. Replace the single securing screw on the top panel.4. Turn the computer over. Replace the sixteen screws on the bottom panel.Replacing

114 Chapter 33. Connect the LCD, MIC and back light cables.4. Turn the computer over and replace the two securing screws on the bottom of the chassis.

Chapter 3 115Replacing the Antenna CablesEnsure that the three Antenna cables pass through the Mainboard and are accessible from the underside of lowe

116 Chapter 35. Replace the Antenna Cables in the housing well in the bottom base as shown.6. Turn the computer over and replace the FFC cables.

Chapter 3 117Replacing the KeyboardReplacing the Switch Cover1. Align the FFC with the connector and press the latch down to secure.2. Turn the keyboa

118 Chapter 33. Turn the computer over and replace the five securing screws.

Chapter 3 119Replacing the WLAN ModuleReplacing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two screws to

Chapter 1 3• Microphone-in jack• Line-in jack• Ethernet (RJ-45) port• Modem (RJ-11) port• DC-in jack for AC adapterEnvironment• Temperature:• Operatin

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

Chapter 3 121Replacing the ODD Module Replacing the Lower Covers1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the ODD cover on the new ODD Modul

122 Chapter 3Replacing the NewCard and SD Card Trays3. Replace the WLAN Cover. 4. Replace the screw to secure in place.5. Replace HDD Cover. 6. Replac

Chapter 4 123TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

124 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 125No 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

126 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 127LCD FailureIf the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:Buil

128 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 129Sound ProblemsIf sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the compute

4 Chapter 1System Block Diagram

130 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 131HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

132 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 133c. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device has an exclamation mark,

134 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 135USB Failure (Rightside)If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replac

136 Chapter 4Wireless/WiMAX Function FailureIf the WLAN/WiMAX fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replac

Chapter 4 137Robson Module FailureIf the Robson Module fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non

138 Chapter 4Fingerprint Reader FailureIf the Fingerprint Reader fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not rep

Chapter 4 139HDMI Switch FailureIf the HDMI Switch fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-def

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

Chapter 4 141Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defe

142 Chapter 4POST Codes TablesThese tables describe the POST codes, drivers, and keys for the POST. Port 80 POST CodesThe following table details the

Chapter 4 143Driver NamePort80CodeDriver NamePort80CodeSmmDisp C5 HiiDatabase 80SmmReloc C4 OemSetupBrowser 82SmmRuntime C7 Font(English) 7ESmmThunk C

144 Chapter 4POST Keys and MessagesThe following keys are available during POST.The following messages display during POST:Key FunctionF2 Enter into S

Chapter 5 145Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewLocation Description Location DescriptionJP1 Internal Speaker Conn. (Left) JLVDS1 LVDS Conn.JP2 Int

146 Chapter 5Bottom ViewLocation Description Location DescriptionJP11 USB Board Conn. JSATA2 SATA HDD Conn.JP12 FAN Conn. JMINI1 Mini Card Slot PJP1 D

Chapter 2 147Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

148 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 149FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 4

6 Chapter 1Closed Front View9 Click buttons (left, center* and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons. *The

150 Chapter 6TravelMate 4730/4730G Exploded DiagramsMain ModuleItem Description Part No. Item Description Part No.1 Keyboard KB.INT00.002 6 DC in cabl

Chapter 6 151LCD ModuleItem Description Part No. Item Description Part No.1 Camera Module 57.TQ602.001 7 MIC Cable 23.TQ602.0042 Camera Bracket 33.TQ6

152 Chapter 6TravelMate 4730/4730G FRU ListCategory Description Acer P/NAdapterADAPTER 65W 3PIN DELTA SADP-65KB AP.06501.013 ADAPTER 65W 3PIN LITEON P

Chapter 6 153VGA BOARD-NB9MGS256MB VG.9MG06.002HDMI BOARD-UMA 55.TQ602.006HALF MINI CARD 533AN_HMWG-INTEL KI.SPM01.001HALF MINI CARD 512AN_HMWG-INTEL

154 Chapter 6CablePOWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.003POWER CORD UK 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.004POW

Chapter 6 155RAM DOOR 42.TQ602.005HDD DOOR FOR DASP 42.TQ602.006MINI DOOR 42.TQ602.007PCMCIA DUMMY CARD 42.TQ602.008SD DUMMY CARD 42.TQ602.009CPU/Pro

156 Chapter 6Combo DriveDVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE TOSHIBA TS-L463A KO.02401.006 DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE SONY CRX890S KO.0240E.009 ODD BEZEL-COMBO 42.TQ602.010

Chapter 6 157HDD/Hard Disk DriveHDD SATA 120G 5400RPM HGST HT542512K9SA00 KH.12007.014HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM TOSHIBA MK1246GSX KH.12004.007 HDD SATA 12

158 Chapter 6KEYBOARD INTE(UI) BLACK TM KB.INT00.002KEYBOARD ARABIC BLACK TM KB.INT00.035KEYBOARD BELGIAN BLACK TM KB.INT00.034KEYBOARD BRAZILIAN BLAC

Chapter 6 159LCD COVER ASSY-PLASTIC 60.TQ602.003LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60.TQ602.005LCD BRACKET-R 33.TQ602.004LCD BRACKET-L 33.TQ602.005CAMERA 0.3M 57.TQ602

Chapter 1 7Left ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Acer EasyPort IV connectorConnects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models).2 Ethernet (RJ-45) por

160 Chapter 6LCD COVER ASSY-MG 60.TQ602.004LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60.TQ602.005LCD BRACKET-R 33.TQ602.004LCD BRACKET-L 33.TQ602.005CAMERA 0.3M 57.TQ602.001C

Chapter 6 161LCD COVER ASSY-PLASTIC 60.TQ602.003LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60.TQ602.005LCD BRACKET-R 33.TQ602.004LCD BRACKET-L 33.TQ602.005CAMERA 0.3M 57.TQ602

162 Chapter 6LCD COVER ASSY-MG 60.TQ602.004LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60.TQ602.005LCD BRACKET-R 33.TQ602.004LCD BRACKET-L 33.TQ602.005CAMERA 0.3M 57.TQ602.001C

Chapter 6 163MemoryRAM 512MB DDRII 667 NANYA NT512T64UH8B0FN-3C KN.51203.032 RAM 512MB DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3-CE6KN.5120B.026RAM 512MB DDRII 6

164 Chapter 6Screw ListCategory Description Acer P/NSCREW M2.5*3(NL) MA000005WG0SCREW M2.5*5(NL) MA000006WG0SCREW M2.5*9(NL) MACK25090G0SCREW M2*2.3(N

Chapter 6 165

Appendix A 166Model Definition and ConfigurationTravelMate 4730/4730G SeriesModel RO Country Acer Part no Description CPUTM4730-842G25MnPA USA LX.TQ60

167 Appendix ATM4730-841G16MnAAP Thailand LX.TQ60Z.007 TM4730-841G16Mn EM VB32TRTH1 MC UMACF 2*512/160/BT/6L/5R_n3_FP_0.3D_MA_TH23C2DP8400TM4730-841G1

Appendix A 168TM4730-860516MnAAP Singapore LX.TQ60C.003 TM4730-860516Mn LINPUSTSG1 UMACF 1*512/160/BT/6L/5R/CB_n3_FP_0.3D_MA_EN11C2DP8600TM4730-840516

169 Appendix ATM4730G-942G16MnAAP Vietnam LX.TQB0Z.005 TM4730G-942G16Mn EM VB32TRVN1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2*1G/160/BT/6L/5R/CB_n3_FP_0.3D_MA_EN15C2DT9400TM4

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

Appendix A 170Model LCDMemory 1Memory 2HDD 1 (GB) ODDWireless LANBluetoothFinger PrintTM4730-842G25MnN14.1WXGASO2GBII6 N N250GB5.4KSNSM8XS SP1x2MMWNTC

171 Appendix ATM4730-862G32MnN14.1WXGAGSO2GBII6 N N320GB5.4KSNSM8XS SP3x3MMWBT 2.0 TCS4ETM4730-861G25MnN14.1WXGASO1GBII6 N N250GB5.4KSNSM8XS SP3x3MMWB

Appendix A 172TM4730-842G25MnN14.1WXGAGSO2GBII6 N N250GB5.4KSNSM8XS SP1x2MMWBT 2.0 TCS4ETM4730-944G32BnN14.1WXGAGSO2GBII6 SO2GBII6N320GB5.4KSNBDCB2XSS

173 Appendix ATM4730G-864G32MnN14.1WXGASO2GBII6 SO2GBII6N320GB5.4KSNSM8XS SP3x3MMWBT 2.0 TCS4ETM4730G-942G25MnN14.1WXGASO2GBII6 N N250GB5.4KSNSM8XS SP

Appendix A 174

Appendix B 175Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

176 Appendix BMicrosoft® Windows® Vista Environment TestVendor Type DescriptionCover TestMg-A Mg-A Mg-AAdapter TestDELTA 65W Adapter DELTA 65W 1.7x5.5

Appendix B 177LAN TestBroadcom BCM5764 Broadcom BCM5764LCD TestAUO N14.1WXGAG LCD AUO 14.1" WXGA Glare B141EW04-V4 LF 200nit 16msAUO N14.1WXGA LC

178 Appendix B

Appendix C 179Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

Chapter 1 9Bottom ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.3 Me

180 Appendix C

181AAFLASH Utility 37Antennas 95BBattery Pack 46BIOSpackage 18ROM size 18ROM type 18vendor 18Version 18BIOS Supports protocol 18BIOS Utility 25–37Adva

182LCD Bezel 89LCD Brackets 94LCD Failure 127LCD Module DisassemblyFlowchart 88LCD Panel 93lower cover 49MMain Unit DisassemblyFlowchart 58Mainboard 7

183Wireless Function Failure 136WLAN Board 52

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IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 4730/4730G 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• Throttling 50%: On= 100°C; OFF=90°C• OS shut down at 105°C; H

Chapter 1 19System Memory Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities

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

20 Chapter 1LAN InterfaceBluetooth Interface Wireless Module 802.11b/gWiFi/WiMAX Combo ModuleHard Disk Drive InterfaceItem SpecificationLAN Chipset BR

Chapter 1 21Combo Drive ModuleAudio InterfaceVideo MemoryUSB InterfacePCMCIA Port System Board Major ChipsItem SpecificationInterface SATAType FixedOp

22 Chapter 1KeyboardBattery LCD 14.1” NOTE: 5 points position (Display area: 303.7 (H) x 189.8(V)mm)Item SpecificationKeyboard controller ENE KB926Tot

Chapter 1 23LCD CameraLCD InverterAC AdapterSystem Power ManagementItem SpecificationVendor Sertek Inc ChiconyFocusing range 40 cm to infinity 27 cm t

24 Chapter 1

Chapter 2 25System UtilitiesBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

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

Chapter 2 27MainThe 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

28 Chapter 2AdvancedThe Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options.IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on

Chapter 2 29USB ConfigurationEnter the USB Configuration menu. • USB Driver Select • EHCI 1 and 2• UHCI 1 to 5• Per-Port Control• USB Port 1 to 11Chi

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 33PowerThe Power screen allows the user to configure various CPU and power management options and device wakeup behavior.The table below des

34 Chapter 2Platform Power ManagementEnter the Platform Power Management menu. • PCI Clock Run• _CST - C4 Latency Value• C4 on C3 - Deeper SleepACPI S

Chapter 2 35BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

36 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 37BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features or

38 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 39Remove HDD/BIOS UtilityThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:• If you key in wrong HDD password three

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

40 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 2 413. Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password.

42 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 43Machine Disassembly and ReplacementThis chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenan

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

Chapter 3 45External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly FlowchartThe flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the ent

46 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 47Removing the SD dummy card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.2. Pull it out from the slot.

48 Chapter 3Removing the NewCard dummy card1. Push the NewCard eject button to eject it, then push it all the way in to eject the NewCard dummy. 2. Pu

Chapter 3 49Removing the Lower Covers1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 47.3. See “Removing the

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50 Chapter 37. Remove the WLAN cover as shown.

Chapter 3 51Removing the DIMM Modules1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. Remove the Memory Module cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” o

52 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. Remove the WLAN cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49

Chapter 3 535. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When re-attaching the antenna to the WLAN board, make sure the cables are arranged u

54 Chapter 3Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. Remove the HDD cover, See “Removing the Lower Covers”

Chapter 3 555. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier.6. Remove the HDD from the carrier.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeHDD Carrie

56 Chapter 3Removing the Optical Drive Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers”

Chapter 3 575. Remove the three screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the ODD module. 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of t

58 Chapter 3Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Color Part No.Switch Cover M2*3 (NL) 2 MA0000060

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

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

60 Chapter 3Removing the Keyboard1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 59.3. Remove the two screws

Chapter 3 616. Remove the keyboard from the chassis.Removing the Power Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the Keyboar

62 Chapter 3Removing the Launch Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60.3. Disconnect the Launch

Chapter 3 63Removing the Antenna1. See “Removing the WLAN Module” on page 52.2. Remove the Antenna Cables from the securing guides as shown.3. Turn th

64 Chapter 34. Secure the FFC cable out of the way using the adhesive tape.5. Turn the computer over and push the cables through the underside of the

Chapter 3 65Removing the LCD Module1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. Remove the Lower Covers. See “Removing th

66 Chapter 37. Remove the four securing screws (two on each side) connecting the LCD module.8. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. Step

Chapter 3 67Removing the Upper Cover1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 65.3. Turn the computer ove

68 Chapter 34. Turn the computer over and disconnect the seven cables from the mainboard as shown.Disconnect A as shown. If necessary, remove FFC G be

Chapter 3 695. Remove the single screw on the top panel. Disconnect the Power Board FFC (E) first before removing FFC D. Pull back the locking latches

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61Removing the Launch B

70 Chapter 36. Grasp the top left corner first and pry the cover off.7. Continue moving from left to the right corner and pry it off the lower cover.8

Chapter 3 719. The Upper Cover can now be removed from the lower base.Removing the Finger Print Reader1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.2.

72 Chapter 33. Remove the board bracket from the Upper Cover.IMPORTANT:Do not throw away the Bracket Pad. Remove and replace on new bracket.4. Using y

Chapter 3 73Removing the Touch Pad Bracket1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.2. Peel back the Finger Print Reader FFC to expose the Touch Pa

74 Chapter 35. Remove the Touch Pad bracket. IMPORTANT:The Touch Pad cannot be removed individually. To replace the Touch Pad, replace the entire Uppe

Chapter 3 754. Grasp both ends of the mylar cover and carefully pull back to expose the speaker cable.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeLeft Speaker Module

76 Chapter 3Removing the Right Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.2. Remove the two securing screws from the speaker module.3.

Chapter 3 77Removing the Bluetooth Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.2. Remove the adhesive strip to expose the Bluetooth cable.3. Di

78 Chapter 3Removing the Modem Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.2. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable as shown.3. Remove the two (2) securin

Chapter 3 79Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 65.2. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.3. See “Removing the Modem

IXTable of ContentsTroubleshooting 123Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80 Chapter 36. Remove the two securing screws from the Mainboard. 7. Lift the mainboard to expose the DC-IN jack and USB cable.8. Remove the DC-IN jac

Chapter 3 819. Grasp the mainboard by both sides and pivot upwards to remove.CAUTION: Ensure the I/O ports at the bottom of the mainboard are clear of

82 Chapter 3Removing the USB Board1. Remove the mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 79.2. Remove cable from the USB board.3. Remove the tw

Chapter 3 83Removing the RJ-11 Port1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 79.2. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable from the modem module.3. Grasp the cable a

84 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 65.3. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 857. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.

86 Chapter 3Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67.3. See “Removing the Mainboard

Chapter 3 87Removing the VGA Module1. Remove the mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 79.2. Remove the two securing screws from the VGA Mod

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

Chapter 3 89Removing the LCD Bezel1. Remove the LCD module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 65.2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw