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Preface Notebook Computer W230SD Service Manual...
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Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent ven- dor.
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This manual is intended for service personnel who have completed sufficient training to undertake the maintenance and inspection of personal computers. It is organized to allow you to look up basic information for servicing and/or upgrading components of the W230SD se- ries notebook PC.
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Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to per- sons when using any electrical equipment: 1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
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Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anything heavy...
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Preface Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong mag- netic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data. Take care when using peripheral devices. Use only approved brands of Unplug the power cord before peripherals.
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Preface Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer. • Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire.
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Preface Related Documents You may also need to consult the following manual for additional information: User’s Manual on CD This describes the notebook PC’s features and the procedures for operating the computer and its ROM-based setup pro- gram. It also describes the installation and operation of the utility programs provided with the notebook PC. VIII...
Preface Contents Introduction ..........1-1 Part List Illustration Location ............A-2 Top ....................A-3 Overview ..................1-1 Bottom ................... A-4 System Specifications ..............1-2 LCD ....................A-5 External Locator - Front View with LCD Panel Open ....1-4 HDD ....................A-6 External Locator - Front & Right side Views .........1-5 Schematic Diagrams.........
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the W230SD series notebook computer. Information about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual. Information about driv- ers (e.g.
Introduction System Specifications Memory Video Adapter Processor Options Two 204 Pin SO-DIMM Sockets Supporting Intel® Integrated GPU and NVIDIA® Discrete Intel® Core™ i7 Processor DDR3L 1600MHz Memory i7-4910MQ (2.90GHz) Memory Expandable up to 16GB Supports Microsoft Hybrid Graphics 8MB L3 Cache, 22nm, DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP (The real memory operating frequency depends Intel Integrated GPU on the FSB of the processor.)
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Introduction Card Reader Embedded Multi-In-1 Push-Push Card Reader MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RS MMC SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC/ SDXC Communication Built-In Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1M HD/2M FHD PC Camera Module (Factory Option) 3G or 4G M.2 Module WLAN/ Bluetooth Half Mini-Card Modules: (Factory Option) Intel®...
Introduction External Locator - Front View with LCD Panel Open Figure 1 Top View 1. PC Camera 2. *PC Camera LED *When the PC camera is in use, the LED will be illuminated in red. 3. Built-In Microphone 4. LCD 5.
Introduction External Locator - Front & Right side Views Figure 2 Front Views 1. LED Indicators 2. Vent 3. Multi-in-1 Card Reader Figure 3 Right Side Views 1. USB 3.0 Ports 2. HDMI-Out Port 3. External Monitor Port 4. RJ-45 LAN Jack 5.
Introduction External Locator - Left Side & Rear View Figure 4 Left Side View 1. Vent 2. USB 2.0 Port 3. Headphone-Out Jack 4. Microphone-In Jack Figure 5 Rear View 1. Battery 1 - 6 External Locator - Left Side & Rear View...
Introduction External Locator - Bottom View Figure 6 Bottom View 1. Battery 2. Vent 3. Component Bay Cover 4. Speakers Overheating To prevent your com- puter from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan in- takes while the com- puter is in use.
Chapter 2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the W230SD series notebook’s parts and subsystems. When it comes to reassembly, reverse the procedures (unless otherwise indicated). We suggest you completely review any procedure before you take the computer apart.
Disassembly NOTE: All disassembly procedures assume that the system is turned OFF, and disconnected from any power supply (the battery is removed too). Maintenance Tools The following tools are recommended when working on the notebook PC: • M3 Philips-head screwdriver •...
Disassembly Maintenance Precautions The following precautions are a reminder. To avoid personal injury or damage to the computer while performing a re- moval and/or replacement job, take the following precautions: Power Safety Warning 1. Don't drop it. Perform your repairs and/or upgrades on a stable surface. If the computer falls, the case and other Before you undertake components could be damaged.
Disassembly Disassembly Steps The following table lists the disassembly steps, and on which page to find the related information. PLEASE PERFORM THE DISASSEMBLY STEPS IN THE ORDER INDICATED. To remove and install the Battery: To remove the SSD Module: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 5 1.
Disassembly Removing and Installing the Battery Figure 1 Battery Removal Battery Removal Procedure If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reasons it is best to remove the battery. a. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow. 1.
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Disassembly Battery Installation Procedure Figure 2 Slide the battery straight into the compartment (note that there are grooves on the side of the battery which should align up Battery Installation with the battery compartment). & Lock the battery in place by sliding the latches in the direction of arrows a.
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive Figure 3 The hard disk drive is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" SATA hard disk HDD Assembly drives with a height of 9.5mm or 7mm (h). Follow your operating system’s installation instructions, and install all nec- Removal essary drivers and utilities (as outlined in Chapter 4 of the User’s Manual) when setting up a new hard disk.
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Disassembly 5. Grip the tab and slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow (Figure 4e Figure 4 6. Lift the hard disk assembly out of the computer. HDD Assembly 7. Remove screws Removal (cont’d.) 8. Separate the hard disk and hard disk mylar 9.
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Disassembly Hard Disk Size Note (Foam Rubber Insert) Note that the hard disks pictured on the following pages are all 9.5mm(H) hard disk drives. In some cases 7mm(H) hard disk drives will be installed. For more information contact your distributor/supplier, and bear in mind your warranty terms.
Disassembly Removing and Installing the Processor Figure 6 Processor Removal Processor Removal Procedure 1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and component bay cover (page 2 - a. Locate the heat sink. 2.
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Disassembly 5. Turn the release latch towards the unlock symbol to release the CPU (Figure 7d). Figure 7 6. Carefully (it may be hot) lift the CPU up and out of the socket (Figure 7e). Processor Removal 7. Reverse the process to install a new CPU. (cont’d) 8.
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Disassembly Processor Installation Procedure Figure 8 Processor 1. Insert the CPU (Figure 8a), pay careful attention to the pin alignment, it will fit only one way (DO NOT FORCE Installation IT!), and turn the release latch towards the lock symbol (Figure 8b).
Disassembly Removing the Keyboard Figure 9 Keyboard Removal 1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and component bay cover (page 2 - 2. Use a screwdriver to carefully push out the center cover at point a.
Disassembly Removing the System Memory (RAM) Figure 10 RAM Module The computer has two memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO-DIMM) DDR3L type memory modules. Removal The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer. a.
Disassembly Removing the 3G Module Figure 11 3G Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and component bay cover (page 2 - Removal 2. The 3G module will be visible at point on the mainboard (Figure 11a).
Disassembly Installing and Removing the SSD Module Figure 12 SSD Module installation procedure: SSD Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), component bay cover (page 2 - 10) and 3G Installation (page 2 - 15).
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Disassembly SSD Module removal procedure: 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), component bay cover (page 2 - 10) and 3G Figure 13 (page 2 - 15). SSD Module 2. If an interface adaptor is installed (see page 2 - 16), remove it before installing an SSD.
Disassembly Wireless LAN, Combo, 3G & LTE Module Cables Note that the cables for connecting to the antennae on WLAN, WLAN & Bluetooth Combo, 3G and LTE modules are not labelled. The cables/covers (each cable will have either a black or transparent cable cover) are color coded for iden- tification as outlined in the table below.
Disassembly Removing the WLAN Module Figure 14 WLAN Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and component bay cover (page 2 - Removal 2. The WLAN module will be visible at point on the mainboard (Figure 14a).
Disassembly Removing the mSATA Module Figure 15 mSATA Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and component bay cover (page 2 - Removal 2. The mSATA module will be visible at point on the mainboard (Figure 15a).
Disassembly Removing the CCD Module Figure 16 CCD Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over, and remove the battery (page 2 - Removal 2. Carefully run your fingers around the inner frame of the LCD panel at the points as indicated by the arrows (Figure 16a).
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Disassembly 2 - 22 Removing the CCD Module...
Part Lists Appendix A: Part Lists This appendix breaks down the W230SD series notebook’s construction into a series of illustrations. The component part numbers are indicated in the tables opposite the drawings. Note: This section indicates the manufacturer’s part numbers. Your organization may use a different system, so be sure to cross-check any relevant documentation.
Part Lists Part List Illustration Location The following table indicates where to find the appropriate part list illustration. Table A- 1 Part List Illustration Location Parts page A - 3 Bottom page A - 4 page A - 5 page A - 6 A - 2 Part List Illustration Location...
Schematic Diagrams Appendix B: Schematic Diagrams This appendix has circuit diagrams of the W230SD notebook’s PCB’s. The following table indicates where to find the appropriate schematic diagram. Diagram - Page Diagram - Page Diagram - Page Table B - 1...
Schematic Diagrams VGA Frame Buffer Interface Frame Buffer Interface Term Description The total trace length measured from GPU ball to capacitor is Under GPU no more than 150 mil The total trace length measured U31C from GPU ball to capacitor is no U31B Near GPU BGA_0908_P080_P085_P100_290X290...
Schematic Diagrams VGA I/O U31L BGA_0908_P080_P085_P100_290X290 U31J U31K COMMON U31M BGA_0908_P080_P085_P100_290X290 BGA_0908_P080_P085_P100_290X290 BGA_0908_P080_P085_P100_290X290 8/18 IFPEF COMMON COMMON COMMON 6/18 IFPC 7/18 IFPD 9/18 IFPG ALL PINS NC FOR GF117 ALL PINS NC FOR GM108 EXCEPT GPIO18/19 ALL PINS NC FOR GF117 ALL PINS NC FOR GF117 ALL PINs XVDD FOR GM108/ ALL PINS NC FOR GM108 EXCEPT GPIO17...
Schematic Diagrams Lynx 6/9 Lynx Point -M (PCIe,USB) PCI-E x1 Usage USB2.0 PORT USB2.0 7 PORT USB3.0 Lane 1 U27I PCH LYNX POINT SUPER SKU ES1 Lane 2 AW31 Lane 3 WLAN USB3_RX3_N PERN1/USB3RN3 USB2N0 USB_PN0 AY31 USB 3.0 PORT0 USB3_RX3_P USB_PP0 PERP1/USB3RP3...
Schematic Diagrams USB Charge, CCD, TPM, Multi-Con Smart CDP USB Charge PORT Function pin8 pin4 CLICK CONN DCP autodetect with mouse/keyboard wake up S0 Charging with SDP S0 Charging with CDP C305 If select CB pin contact to SUSB#, you can Support C701 0.1u_16V_Y5V_04 R222...
Download the BIOS computer model. 1. Go to www.clevo.com.tw and point to E-Services and click E-Channel. Note that BIOS versions 2. Use your user ID and password to access the appropriate download area (BIOS), and download the latest BIOS files...
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BIOS Update Use the flash tools to update the BIOS 1. Make sure you are not loading any memory management programs such as HIMEM by holding the F8 key as you see the message “Starting MS-DOS”. You will then be prompted to give “Y” or “N” responses to the programs being loaded by DOS.