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Preface Notebook Computer W330AU / W331AU 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 W330AU / W331AU series 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 DVD 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. FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the W330AU / W331AU series notebook computer. Information about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual. Information about dri-vers (e.g.
Introduction Specifications Processor Options Video Adapter Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Intel GPU (CPU integrated) i7-5500U (2.40GHz) Intel HD Graphics 5500 (Core i7/i5/i3 CPU Integrated) 4MB L3 Cache, 14nm, DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 15W Dynamic Frequency (Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technol- Intel® Core™ i5 Processor ogy for up to 1.7GB) i5-5200U (2.20GHz) Latest Specification Information...
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Introduction Interface Environmental Spec Two USB 2.0 Ports Temperature ° ° One USB 3.0 Port Operating: 5 C - 35 One HDMI-Out Port Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C One External Monitor Port Relative Humidity One Headphone-Out Jack Operating: 20% - 80% One Microphone-In Jack Non-Operating: 10% - 90% One RJ-45 LAN Jack...
Introduction External Locator - Top 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 View 1. LED Indicators FRONT VIEW Figure 3 RIGHT SIDE VIEW Right Side View 1. USB 2.0 Ports 2. Multi-in-1 Card Reader 3. RJ-45 LAN Jack 4. DC-In Jack 5.
Introduction External Locator - Left Side & Rear View Figure 4 Left Side View 1. External Monitor Port 2. Vent LEFT SIDE VIEW 3. HDMI-Out Port 4. USB 3.0 Port 5. Microphone-In Jack 6. Headphone-Out Jack Figure 5 Rear View REAR VIEW 1.
Introduction External Locator - Bottom View Figure 6 Bottom View 1. Battery 2. Speakers 3. Fan Intake/Vent Overheating To prevent your com- puter from overhea- ting, make sure no- thing blocks any vent while the computer is in use. External Locator - Bottom View 1 - 7...
Introduction Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors) Figure 9 Mainboard Top Connectors 1. Keyboard Cable Connector 2. HDMI-Out Port 3. USB 3.0 Port 4. Microphone-In Jack 5. Headphone-Out Jack 1 - 10 Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors)
Chapter 2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the W330AU / W331AU 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 the Battery: To remove the 3G Module: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 5 1.
Disassembly Removing the Battery 1. Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Figure 1 2. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow (Figure 1a Battery Removal 3. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow, and hold it in place (Figure 1a 4.
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive Figure 2 HDD Assembly The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height of 7mm Removal (h) and a speed of 5400 RPM or lower. Follow your operating system’s installation instructions, and install all necessary 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. Remove screws from the HDD assembly (Figure 3c Figure 3 6. Slightly lift and pull the hard disk in the direction of arrow (Figure 3d HDD Assembly 7. Lift the hard disk assembly out of the bay (Figure 3e Removal (cont’d.) 8.
Disassembly Removing the Keyboard Figure 4 Keyboard Removal 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and bottom case (page 2 - 2. Remove screw and carefully press the keyboard at point to elevate the keyboard from its normal position a.
Disassembly Removing the System Memory (RAM) Figure 5 RAM Module The computer has two memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting Removal DDR3L up to 1600MHz. The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
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Disassembly 5. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot. Figure 6 6. The module will only fit one way as defined by its pin alignment. Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot RAM Module as it will go.
Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Module Figure 7 Wireless LAN 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and bottom case (page 2 - Module Removal 2. The Wireless LAN module will be visible at point (Figure 7a on the mainboard.
Disassembly Wireless LAN, and Combo 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 3G Module Figure 8 3G Module Removal 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and bottom case (page 2 - 2. The 3G module will be visible at point (Figure 7a on the mainboard. a.
Disassembly Removing the mSATA Module Figure 10 mSATA Module 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), keyboard (page 2 - 8), and bottom case (page 2 - Removal 2. The mSATA module will be visible at point (Figure 7a on the mainboard.
Disassembly Removing the SSD Module Figure 11 SSD-1 Module SSD-1 module removal Removal 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), keyboard (page 2 - 8), and bottom case (page 2 - 2. The SSD module will be visible at point (Figure 7a on the mainboard.
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Disassembly SSD-2 module removal Figure 12 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), keyboard (page 2 - 8), and bottom case (page 2 - SSD-2 Module 2. The SSD module will be visible at point (Figure 7a on the mainboard.
Disassembly Removing the CCD Module Figure 13 CCD Module 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - Removal 2. Turn the computer over and open the LCD, 3. Insert your fingers under the frame of the LCD at the point and lift it up around 10~15 degrees and then slide a.
Part Lists Appendix A:Part Lists This appendix breaks down the W330AU / W331AU 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 Parts List Illustration Location The following table indicates where to find the appropriate parts list illustration. Table A - 1 Parts List Illustration Parts Location Top (10W) page A - 3 Bottom page A - 4 page A - 5 LCD (Sharp) page A - 6 LCD (Samsung)
Schematic Diagrams Appendix B: Schematic Diagrams Table B - 1 This appendix has circuit diagrams of the W330AU / W331AU notebook’s PCB’s. The following table indicates where SCHEMATIC to find the appropriate schematic diagram. DIAGRAMS Diagram - Page Diagram - Page...
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USB_PWR_EN *CV-40mil SUPPORT USB CHARGER PQ60A POWER ON: USB_CHARGE_EN = DDON=HI POWEROFF CHARGE: USB_CHARGE_EN = HI DDON = LO PQ61 AC_IN *MTN7002ZHS3 CLEVO CO. CLEVO CO. CLEVO CO. VIN1 Title Title Title [30]VDD3, VDD5 [30]VDD3, VDD5 [30]VDD3, VDD5 27..29 SYS15V...
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