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...
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.
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.
Preface Related Documents You may also need to consult the following manual for additional information: User’s Manual on Disc 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. System Startup 1.
Introduction Specifications Processor Options Video Adapter Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition nVIDIA® GeForce GTX 485M PCIe Video Card i7-2920XM (2.50GHz) 2GB GDDR5 Video RAM on board Microsoft DirectX® 11 Compatible 8MB L3 Cache, 32nm, DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 55W Intel® Core™ i7 Processor nVIDIA®...
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Introduction Interface Two USB 3.0 Ports Two USB 2.0 Ports (Note one USB 2.0 port can supply power when the system is off but still powered by the AC/DC adapter - see page 11.) One eSATA & USB 2.0 Combo Port One HDMI-Out Port One DVI-Out Port One IEEE1394a Port...
Introduction External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open Figure 1 Top View 1. PC Camera 2. LCD 3. LED Status Indicators 4. Power Button 5. Speakers 6. Keyboard 7. Built-In Microphone 8. TouchPad and Buttons 9. Fingerprint Reader (Optional) 1 - 4 External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open...
Introduction External Locator - Front & Right side Views Figure 2 Front Views 1. Consumer Infrared Receiver 2. LED Indicators Figure 3 Right Side Views 1. Optical Device Drive Bay 2. Headphone Jack 3. Microphone Jack Right 4. S/PDIF-Out Jack 5.
Introduction External Locator - Left Side & Rear View Figure 4 Left Side View 1. RJ-45 LAN Jack 2. 2 * USB 3.0 Ports 3. 1 * USB 2.0 Port 4. Mini-IEEE 1394a Port 5. Multi-in-1 Card Reader 6. CATV Antenna Jack Figure 5 Rear View...
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 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 9.5mm Removal (h). 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 4. Slide the HDD assembly in the direction of the arrow (Figure 3c Figure 3 5. Remove the hard disk assembly (Figure 3d HDD Assembly 6. Remove screws & and the insulation plate (Figure 3e Removal (cont’d.) 7. Reverse the process to install a new hard disk (do not forget to replace all the screws and covers). c.
Disassembly Inserting the Hard Disk Into the HDD Bay Figure 4 Inserting the Hard 1. Make sure the HDD assembly is aligned with the black taped area (Figure 4a Disk Into the HDD 2. When aligned, carefully insert the HDD assembly into the case so that the connectors line up (Figure 4a 3.
Disassembly Removing the Optical (CD/DVD) Device Figure 5 Optical Device 1. Turn off the computer, and remove the battery (page 2 - Removal 2. Locate the secondary hard disk bay cover and remove screws & (Figure 5a 3. Remove the hard disk bay cover (Figure 5b a.
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk from the Secondary HDD Bay Figure 6 Note that the secondary hard disk (if installed) is located under the optical device bay (CD/DVD). Secondary HDD Assembly Removal 1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over, remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and optical device (page 2 -...
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Disassembly Remove screws and the insulation plate (Figure 7d Figure 7 Secondary HDD Assembly Removal d. Remove the screws and the insulation plate. 6. Reverse the process to install a new disk (make sure you install the insulation plate). 7. Slide the HDD assembly into the bay at an angle as illustrated. 8.
Disassembly Removing the Primary System Memory (RAM) Figure 8 RAM Module The computer has four memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO-DIMM) DDR III (DDR3) type memory Removal “Memory” on page C - 2 modules (see ). The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn a.
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Disassembly 4. Lift the component bay cover off the computer case. The modules will be visible at point (Figure 9c Figure 9 5. Gently pull the two release latches ( ) on the sides of the memory socket(s) in the direction indicated below &...
Disassembly Removing the System Memory (RAM) from Under the Keyboard Figure 10 RAM Module Removal Memory Upgrade Process a. Remove 1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over, remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and the component bay cover. cover module.
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Disassembly 5. Disconnect the keyboard ribbon cable from the locking collar socket by using a small flat-head screwdriver Figure 11 to pry the locking collar pins away from the base. (Figure 11e). RAM Module 6. Remove the keyboard and the memory sockets &...
Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Module Figure 12 Wireless LAN 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and the keyboard (page 2 - Module Removal 2. The Wireless LAN module will be visible at point under the keyboard (Figure 12a).