Acer 6593 User Manual

TravelMate 6593 SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

90 Chapter 326. Carefully pry loose and remove the touch pad board. WARNING:The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad bo

Chapter 3 9113. See “Removing the Optical Drive Module” on page 59.14. See “Removing the Heatsink Fan Module” on page 74.15. See “Removing the CPU and

92 Chapter 322. Disconnect the DC cable from the DCIN1 connector on the main board.23. Disconnect the USB cable from the main board.

Chapter 3 9324. Disconnect the daughter board cable from the DB_CN2 on the main board. 25. Remove the one screw (A) securing the main board in place.

94 Chapter 326. Carefully remove the main board. Removing the Daughter Board Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 9521. Remove the one screw (A) securing the daughter board to the lower case. 22. Carefully lift the daughter board and remove it from the l

96 Chapter 314. See “Removing the Heatsink Fan Module” on page 74.15. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 75.16. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 97 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessLCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw ListItem Screw Color Part No.C M2.5 x L6 Black 86.00E33.736D M2 x L3

98 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Expansion Slots Cover” on page 65.3. See “Removin

Chapter 3 999. Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and place the bezel on top of the LCD panel. 10. Disconnect the microphone cable and remove the beze

Chapter 1 1FeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:PlatformIntel® Centrino® processor technology, featuring:K Intel® Core™2 Du

100 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Panel with the Brackets1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Expansion Slots Cover” on page

Chapter 3 1019. Remove the three screws (F) securing the LCD panel. 10. Remove the LCD panel with the brackets from the back cover. Removing the Inver

102 Chapter 39. Disconnect the cables from the inverter board. 10. Detach any adhesive tapes and any cable that is glued to the LCD panel.

Chapter 3 10311. Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel. Removing the Hinges1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Ex

104 Chapter 34. See “Removing the WLAN Board Module” on page 68.5. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 72.6. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page

Chapter 3 105Removing the LCD Brackets1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Expansion Slots Cover” on page 65.3. See “Rem

106 Chapter 3

Chapter 4 107Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer

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

Chapter 4 109K External keyboardIf any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory checkMemor

2 Chapter 1jOptional Acer Xpress VoIP phoneK WLAN: jIntel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300*K WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)K LAN: Gigabit

110 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 111Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following:From Software:1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel2. In

112 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 113Index of Error MessagesError Code ListError Codes Error Messages006 Equipment Configuration ErrorCauses:1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch2

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

Chapter 4 115Error Message ListNo beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceNo beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.Power source (batte

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

Chapter 4 1173Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values42h Initialize interrupt vectors45h POST devi

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

Chapter 4 119B9h Prepare BootBAh Initialize DMI parametersBBh Initialize PnP Option ROMsBCh Clear parity checkersBDh Display MultiBoot menuBEh Clear s

Chapter 1 3System Block DiagramMobile CPUCantigaHOST BUS 667/800/[email protected]/1033 MHzDDR3ICH9MX4 DMI400MHzC-Link0ODD SATASATAHDD SATASATAMini

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

Chapter 4 121Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceLCD backlight doesn't workLCD is too dark

122 Chapter 4The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 109. Hold and press the pow

Chapter 4 123The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode.See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 35.Hard disk connection boardHard disk driveSystem b

124 Chapter 4NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 126.Touchpad doe

Chapter 4 125Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defe

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

Chapter 5 127Top and Bottom ViewJumper and Connector LocationsChapter 5

128 Chapter 5Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

Chapter 5 129BIOS 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

4 Chapter 1Your Acer Notebook tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.Front ViewIcon Item Description1 Micr

130 Chapter 5

Chapter 6 131This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of 5930/5930Z/6593Z Series. Refer to this chapte

132 Chapter 6TravelMate 6593 Series Exploded DiagramNODESCRIPTIONQ'TYREVREMARK1ASSY LCD W/CCD BEZEL Homa 3G10A2LCD Module 1 0A3ASSY LCD PANEL 5

Chapter 6 133TravelMate 6593 Series FRU ListCategory No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No.ACCESSORYREMOTE CONTROLLER FORMOSA21 RC804V-B ENRT.227

134 Chapter 6TV TUNCER DVB-T MINI TT-1260DA TU.23100.015CAPACITIVE BUTTON TM-01119-001 55.AR501.005MODEM BOARD FOXCONN DELPHI-AM5 V2H 1.5_3.3VFX.22500

Chapter 6 135POWER CORD 7A 250V 2PIN KOREA 27.01518.531POWER CORD 250V 10A 3PIN ISRAEL 27.01518.761Case/Cover/Bracket/AssemblyLOWER CASE W/MODEM CABLE

136 Chapter 6CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8400 PGA 2.26G 3M 1066 25WKC.84001.DPPCPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8600 PGA 2.4G 1066 25W 3MKC.86001.DPPCPU INTEL CORE2DUAL

Chapter 6 137HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA II HGST HTS542512K9SA00 BRONCO-B LFKH.12007.014HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE ST9120817AS LFKH.12001.032HDD 120GB

138 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E89KS NORWEGIAN (ASPIRE BLACK)KB.INT00.455KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E88KS KOREAN (ASPIRE BLACK)KB.INT00.457KE

Chapter 6 139MAINBOARDMAINBOARD AS5930G INTEL LF PGM45 ICH9 LF FOR MONTEVINA CPU WITH PR_ESATAMB.AQ201.001MAINBOARD AS5930 INTEL LF GM45 ICH9 LF FOR M

Chapter 1 57 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer.8 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up

Appendix A 140TravelMate 6593 SeriesModel RO CountryAcer Part noDescriptionCPU LCDDIMM 1DIMM2HDD 1 (GB)ODDWireless LANBluetoothVOIP PhoneAS5051ANWXMiA

141 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiPA USA/Canada - Canadian FrenchLX.AV30J.001AS5051AWXMi MCECF UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5SO51

Appendix A 142AS5051AWXMiAAP Thailand LX.AV305.004AS5051AWXMi XPHTH2 UMAC 1*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT_

143 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiTWN GCTWN LX.AV305.012AS5051AWXMi XPHTC1 UMAC 1*512/120/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT_

Appendix A 144AS5051AWXMiAAP Thailand LX.AV30J.017AS5051AWXMi MCETH1 UMAC 1*1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO1GBII6N N120GB5.4KNSM8XABT_ATH

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_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5N N60GB5.4KNSM

147 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.AV30J.030AS5051AWXMi MCECS5 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4

Appendix A 148AS5051AWXMiEMEA Slovenia/CroatiaLX.AV30J.037AS5051AWXMi MCESI1 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5

149 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA France LX.AV30J.026AS5051AWXMi MCEWFR11W UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4KNSM

6 Chapter 1Closed Front ViewIcon Item Description1 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g.,infrared printer and IR-aware computer).2.1 M

Appendix A 150AS5051AWXMiEMEA Holland LX.AV305.020AS5051AWXMi XPHNL1 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4KNSM8X

151 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA South AfricaLX.AV305.017AS5051AWXMi XPHSA1 UMAC 2*512/100/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII6SO512MBII6N100GB5.4KN

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_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII6N N100GB5.4KNSM8

Appendix A 154AS5051ANWXMiEMEA Middle EastLX.AV30C.020AS5051ANWXMi LINPUSAR7 UMAC 1*512/60/BT/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5N N60GB5.4KNSM8

155 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Switzerland LX.AV30J.060AS5051AWXMi MCESW8 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGAGSO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5

Appendix A 156AS5051AWXMiEMEA Holland LX.AV30J.069AS5051AWXMi MCENL6 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8X

157 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.AV30J.068AS5051AWXMi MCEPL7 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4

Appendix A 158AS5051AWXMiEMEA Germany LX.AV305.057AS5051AWXMi XPHDE7 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8X

159 Appendix AAS5051AWXMiEMEA Greece LX.AV305.054AS5051AWXMi XPHEL1 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8XA

Chapter 1 7Left View# Icon Item Description1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2 Ventilation slots Enabl

Appendix A 160AS5051AWXMiEMEA Russia LX.AV305.049AS5051AWXMi XPHRU2 UMAC 2*512/120/6L/5R_bg_0.3C_ANATMK36N14.1WXGASO512MBII5SO512MBII5N120GB5.4KNSM8XA

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

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 SpecificationCRT Port TestCRT Monitor Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19”

Appendix B 165PCMCIA TestLAN/Modem Card TDK CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32-Bit CBE-10/100BTXStorage Card Hitachi Microdrive 4G1394 Card Buffalo 1394 Inter

166 Appendix B

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

169AAFLASH Utility 48Audio 33BBattery Pack 56BIOS 29vendor 29Version 29BIOS Utility 37–48Navigating 38Onboard Device Configuration 43Security 41, 42Sy

8 Chapter 1Right View Icon Item Description1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.2 Optical disk access indicatorLights up when t

170media accesson indicator 11Memory Check 109Model Definition 140Modem Board 69NNotebook Managerhotkey 16num lockon indicator 11OOnline Support Infor

Chapter 1 9Rear View# Icon Item Description1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 Ethernet (RJ-45) portConnects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based net

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 6593 Series service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1Bottom ViewIcon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.3 Batte

Chapter 1 11IndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is

12 Chapter 1and secure backup.Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader)The following items show you how to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection f

Chapter 1 13Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons)The following items show you how to use the touchpad with two-click buttons.K Move your finger acr

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

Chapter 1 15Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone, this key has the sa

16 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 17Special Key (only for certain models)You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your

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

Chapter 1 19Empowering Technology passwordYou must set the Empowering Technology password to use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Man

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

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

Chapter 1 213. Click the Battery tab to view remaining battery life, battery status, and remaining battery life in standby and hibernate modes.Acer eD

22 Chapter 1passwords, there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file! Be sure to safeguard all related passwords!Acer eRecovery Management Acer

Chapter 1 23NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's Backup factory default to

24 Chapter 1Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot opti

Chapter 1 25Windows Mobility CenterThe Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quick

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

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 1NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.

Chapter 1 29Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorThrottling 50%: On= 99 C; OFF=93 COS shut down at 105 C; H/W shot down at 110 .C Item S

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

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

Chapter 1 31Connector type USBWireless Module 802.11b/gItem SpecificationChipset WLAN 802.11ABGN SHIRLEYPEAK1*2Data throughput 11~54 Mbps, up to 270 M

32 Chapter 1Optical Disc DriveItem SpecificationVendor & model name TOSHIBA SUPER-MULTI DRIVE DL 8X TS-L633A LFPIONEER SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 8X DVR-TD

Chapter 1 33Audio InterfaceItem SpecificationAudio Controller Realtek ALC883 Azalia and Amplifier Maxim MAX9710 & MAX4411Audio onboard or optional

34 Chapter 1 Total number of keypads 84-/85-keyWindows logo key YesInternal & external keyboard work simultaneouslyPlug USB keyboard to the USB po

Chapter 1 35System Power ManagementACPI mode Power ManagementMech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.Soft Off (G2/S5) OS in

36 Chapter 1

Chapter 2 37BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).Y

38 Chapter 2Navigating the BIOS UtilityThere are six menu options: Information, Main, Security, Boot, and Exit.Follow these instructions:K To choose a

Chapter 2 39InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.NOTE: The system information is subject to diff

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

40 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 41The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: The s

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

Chapter 2 43The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: When

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

Chapter 2 45If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning.If the new password

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

Chapter 2 47ExitThe Exit screen contains parameters that confirmed or discard the changes made to the parameters in the BIOS Setup Utility.The table b

48 Chapter 2BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:K New versions of system programsK New features or

Chapter 2 49Remove HDD/BIOS UtilityThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:K If you key in wrong HDD password for t

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

Chapter 2 51K 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 stringK Reb

52 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 53This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.Disassembly

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

Chapter 3 55External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly FlowchartThe flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the ent

56 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 3 575. If there is a SIM card, remove it after removing the battery pack.Removing the SD dummy card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to

58 Chapter 3Removing the PC and ExpressCard dummy cards1. Press the eject button to pop out the button.2. Press it again to pop out the PC dummy card.

Chapter 3 594. Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it. 5. Pull it out from the slot.Removing the Optical Drive Module1. See “Remov

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

60 Chapter 33. Remove the three screws (A x 1, B x 2) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module.

Chapter 3 612. Remove the three captive screws and four screws (C) securing the lower cover. 3. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the

62 Chapter 34. Remove the lower cover from the lower case. Removing the DIMM 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Lower

Chapter 3 634. Remove the DIMM module. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Lower Co

64 Chapter 34. Using the plastic tab, slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. 5. Lift up the hard disk module to remove from the bay

Chapter 3 657. Remove the two screws (E) securing the hard disk to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the bracket. Removing the Expansion S

66 Chapter 32. Remove the one captive screw securing the cover.3. Carefully pry open the cover and remove it from the bottom panel.Removing the 3G Boa

Chapter 3 673. Disconnect the antenna cables from the 3G board. NOTE: There are 2 antenna cables connected to the 3G board. The Green antenna cable is

68 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN Board Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Expansion Slots Cover” on page 65.3. Disc

Chapter 3 695. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the WLAN Board Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Removing the Modem Board .

70 Chapter 36. Lift the modem board from the system. 7. Disconnect the cable from the modem board.

Chapter 3 71Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw ListItem Screw Color Part No.A M2 x L3 Black 86.900F80.723B M2 x L4 Sil

72 Chapter 3Removing the Middle Cover1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. Use a plastic screw driver to pry loose the side of the middle c

Chapter 3 73Removing the Keyboard1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 72.3. Remove the two screws

74 Chapter 35. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard. Removing the Heatsink Fan Module1. See “Removing the Batter

Chapter 3 754. Remove the two screws (B) securing the heatsink fan module in place. 5. Carefully lift up the heatsink fan module. Removing the CPU and

76 Chapter 34. Remove the four screws securing the CPU heatsink module and the two screw securing the VGA board heatsink module (Discrete Model only).

Chapter 3 775. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU. 6. Lift up carefully to remove the CPU. NOTE:

78 Chapter 33. See “Removing the Heatsink Fan Module” on page 74.4. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 75.5. Remove the two screws

Chapter 3 796. Turn over the system and remove the two screws (C) from the bottom of the left and right hinges. 7. Remove the tape holding the antenna

IXTable of ContentsOnline Support Information 167Index 169

80 Chapter 39. Disconnect the LCD cable connector from the main board. 10. Remove the two screws (C) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module.

Chapter 3 81Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 57.

82 Chapter 320. Disconnect the fingerprint cable from the FPCN1 connector on the main board. 21. Disconnect the launch board cable from the LAUNCN1 co

Chapter 3 8322. Disconnect the LED cable from the LED_CN1 connector on the main board.

84 Chapter 323. Remove the nine screws (C) from the bottom panel. 24. Turn the unit over and gently remove the upper case from the lower case. Remov

Chapter 3 8514. See “Removing the Heatsink Fan Module” on page 74.15. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 75.16. See “Removing the

86 Chapter 321. Remove the one screw (A) and release the launch board module from the latches. 22. Remove the launch board module from the upper case.

Chapter 3 8714. See “Removing the Heatsink Fan Module” on page 74.15. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 75.16. See “Removing the

88 Chapter 321. Disconnect the fingerprint cable from the fingerprint board. 22. Remove the cables that is taped to the bracket.

Chapter 3 8923. Remove the two screws (B) securing the bracket to the upper case. 24. Remove the touchpad bracket. 25. Remove the fingerprint board mo