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  • Page 1 PRESTIGIO NOBILE 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Nobile 156 service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2003 by Prestigio International. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Prestigio International.
  • Page 4 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Denotes actual messages that Screen messages appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
  • Page 5 Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for our "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 System Specifications Features ............1 System Block Diagram .
  • Page 8 Nobile 156 Exploded Diagram ........

  • Page 9: System Specifications

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance Intel Pentium M processor 14.1-inch or 15.0-inch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD at 1024 x 768 XGA (eXtended Graphics Array) resolution, or 15.0-inch TFT LCD at 1400 x 1050 SXGA+ (Super eXtended Graphic Array Plus) resolution,...
  • Page 10 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL One DC-in jack One external monitor port (DDC 2.0) One parallel port One audio line-out jack (SPDIF) (3.5mm mini-jack) One audio line-in jack (3.5mm mini-jack) Three USB 2.0 ports One IEEE 1394 port (4-pin)

  • Page 11: System Block Diagram

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 System Block Diagram Intel Pentium Intel Pentium Mobile CPU Mobile CPU Mobile CPU Mobile CPU Mobile CPU Mobile CPU Mobile CPU Mobile CPU CLK GEN CLK GEN CLK GEN CLK GEN CLK GEN CLK GEN...

  • Page 12: Board Layout

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Board Layout Top View Line-in/Microphone-in connector CPU socket Line-out connector Speaker cable connector USB port RTC battery connector Power button cable connector Inverter cable connector USB port Mini-PCI connector 1394 connector Fan connector LCD coaxial cable connector...

  • Page 13: Bottom View

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Bottom View Volume adjuster Intel ICH4-M Golden finger for debug Memory socket 2 Battery connector Memory socket 1...

  • Page 14: Outlook View

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Outlook View Front View Number Item Description Display cover latch Press to unlatch the display cover Optical drive Accepts a CD or DVD LED indicator Lights up when the optical is active Eject button...

  • Page 15: Top View

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Top View Number Item Description Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer, its functions and components.
  • Page 16 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Number Item Description Keyboard Inputs data into your computer. Speakers Outputs sound.

  • Page 17: Left Panel

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Left Panel Number Icon Item Description Volume control Adjusts the volume. Memory Stick / Secure Accepts a Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMedia Digital card slot Card (MMC) memory card. (option) PC card slot Accepts one Type II 16-bit PC card or 32-bit CardBus PC card.

  • Page 18: Right Panel

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Right Panel Number Icon Item Description Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Rear Panel Number Icon Item Description DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. S-video out port Connects to a television or display device with S- video input. External monitor port Connects to a display monitor (up to 2048x1536 resolution).

  • Page 20: Bottom Panel

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Bottom Panel Number Icon Item Description Memory compartment Houses the computer’s main memory. Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk. Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove it.

  • Page 21: Indicators

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons on the bottom of the display screen. The Power, Sleep status and Wireless Communication icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed.

  • Page 22: Lock Keys

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Lock Keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.

  • Page 23: Embedded Numeric Keypad

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Embedded Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the key caps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys.

  • Page 24: Windows Keys

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Icon Description Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below are a few examples: Windows + Tab (Activates next task bar button)

  • Page 25: Hot Keys

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.

  • Page 26: Launch Keys

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Launch Keys Located on the left of the keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as Wireless Communication, E-mail, Internet Browser, P1 and P2 buttons. Number Icon Function...

  • Page 27: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type Intel Mobile Pentium M 1.3GHz - 1.7GHz processor with 512KB L2 on-die Cache CPU package Micro-FCPGA package CPU core voltage 1.3V CPU I/O voltage 1.2V...
  • Page 28 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL LAN Interface Item Specification Chipset BCM 4401/5705M Supports LAN protocol 10/100 Mbps or Giga LAN LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Rear side Modem Interface Item Specification Chipset Ambit MDC module with Lucent modem controller Fax modem data baud rate (bps) 14.4K...
  • Page 29 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 DVD-ROM Interface Item Specification Vendor & model name LiteON LSD-081 Rotational speed CD-ROM read: 5,000 rpm DVD-ROM read: 5,000 rpm Transfer rate (KB/sec.) Sustained: DVD-ROM inside: Min.: 4.6Mbytes/sec. CD-ROM inside: Min.: 1.575Mbytes/sec. Data Buffer Capacity...
  • Page 30 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Cirrus Logic CS4299-XQ Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 18 bit stereo Digital to analog converter 18 bit stereo Analog to Digital converter Compatibility Microsoft PC98/PC99, AC97 2.1...
  • Page 31 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Video Resolutions Mode 8 bits 16 bits 24 bits 32 bits Resolution (256 colors) (High color) (True color) (True color) 1280x1024 1400x1050 (Maximum for: 15.0” TFT SXGA+) Parallel Port Item Specification Parallel port controller...
  • Page 32 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL PCMCIA Port Item Specification PCMCIA controller TI PCI1510 Supports card type Type-II Number of slots One Type-II Access location Left side Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port No ZV support Supports 32 bit CardBus Yes (IRQ11)
  • Page 33 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 DC-AC LCD Inverter Item Specification Vendor & model name Ambit T62I194.06 Sumida TWS-458-017 Input voltage (V) Ambit 8.5 (min.) 21 (max.) Sumida 12 (typ.) Input current (mA) Ambit 1 (max.) Sumida 310(min.) 360(typ.) 410(max.)
  • Page 34 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL AC Adapter Item Specification Vendor & model name Delta ADP-65DB Input Requirements Maximum input current (A, @90Vac, 1.5 A @ 90Vac full load) 0.9 A @ 180Vac Nominal frequency (Hz) 47 - 63 Frequency variation range (Hz)
  • Page 35 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Power Management Power Saving Mode Phenomenon Standby Mode The Sleep indicator lights up Waiting time specified by the System Standby value or the operating system elapses without any system activity. When the computer is about to enter Hibernation mode (e.g., during a battery-low...
  • Page 36 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Mechanical Specification Item Specification Dimensions 326 (W) x 270 (D) x 29.8 (H) mm for 15.0” TFT Weight 5.73 lbs for 15.0” TFT model I/O Ports One Type II/I CardBus socket, One RJ-11 modem port, One RJ-45 LAN port, One...
  • Page 37 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 I/O Address Map I/O Address Function 00000070-00000077 System CMOS/real time clock 00000080-00000080 Motherboard resources 00000081-0000008F Direct memory access controller 00000090-00000091 Direct memory access controller 00000092-00000092 Motherboard resources 00000093-0000009F Direct memory access controller 000000A0-000000A1 Programmable interrupt controller...
  • Page 38 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL I/O Address Map I/O Address Function 00001C00-00001CFF Crystal WDM AC’97 driver for ICH4 00002000-0000207F Agere systems AC’97 modem 00002400-000024FF Agere systems Ac’97 modem 0000FE00-0000FEFF Generic CardBus controller 0000FF00-0000FFFF Generic CardBus controller IRQ Assignment Map...

  • Page 39: System Utilities

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup.

  • Page 40: System Information

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL System Information The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Information CPU Type Intel(R) Pentium(R) M processor 1300MHz System Memory 640 KB...

  • Page 41: Main System Settings

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Main System Settings The Main System Settings screen allows you to set the system date and time. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Time: [xx:xx:xx] Item Specific Help System Date:...
  • Page 42 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Parameter Description Options Auto Dim The system will support an automatic dim in of the Enabled LCD backlight when the AC power is NOT Disabled available (running on battery power). F12 Multi-Boot Users could choose if to display ‘Fn-F12 for multi- Enabled boot’...

  • Page 43: Advanced Information

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Advanced Information The Advanced Information screen contains parameter values that define how your computer behaves on system startup. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Primary Master [xxxxxxxxxx] Item Specific Help Secondary Master...

  • Page 44: Primary Master

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Primary Master The Primary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the primary hard disk. CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for the advanced users only. Typically, you do not need to change the values in this screen. The default setting of Auto optimizes all the settings for your hard disk.
  • Page 45 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Parameter Description Options 32 Bit I/O The setting of 32 bit IDE data transfers . Disabled Enabled Transfer Mode Select the method for moving data to/from the drive. EPIO 4/DMA 2 Autotype the drive to select the optimum transfer Standard mode.

  • Page 46: Secondary Master

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Secondary Master The Secondary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the Media bay drive. CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for the advanced users only. Typically, you do not need to change the values in this screen. The default setting of Auto optimizes all the settings for your Media bay drive.
  • Page 47 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Parameter Description Options Transfer Mode Select the method for moving data to/from the drive. Standard Autotype the drive to select the optimum transfer EPIO 4/DMA 2 mode. FPIO 3/DMA 1 Fast PIO 4 Fast PIO 3...

  • Page 48: I/O Device Configuration

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL I/O Device Configuration The parameters in this screen are for advanced users only. You do not need to change the values in this screen because these values are already optimized. The I/O Device Configuration screen assigns resources to basic computer communication hardware.
  • Page 49 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Parameter Description Options Parallel Port Enables or disable the parallel port. Enabled The parallel port is a PnP device. Enabled/Disabled Disabled setting won’t affect the Windows Device Manager Auto setting of the parallel port.

  • Page 50: System Security

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL System Security The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Information Main Advanced Boot Exit Set Supervisor Password [Enter] Item Specific Help...
  • Page 51 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Setting a Password Follow these steps: Use the cursor keys to highlight a Password parameter (Supervisor Password, User Password, or Primary Hard Disk Password) and press the key. The password box appears as below if choosing...
  • Page 52 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing a Password Should you want to remove a password, do the following: Use the cursor up/ down keys to highlight a password parameter (Setup, User or Hard Disk) and press the key. The password box appears.
  • Page 53 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Press . Retype the password to verify your first entry and press Press to return to the main menu. Press . The following dialogue box appears. Setup Confirm ation Setup Confirm ation Save Configuration changes and exit now?

  • Page 54: Boot Options

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Boot Options Users can press F12 during POST to enter the Boot Options Menu. In this menu users can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP utility. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security...

  • Page 55: Exit Setup

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Exit Setup This menu contains exit options. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Item Specific Help Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Exit System Setup and...

  • Page 56: Bios Flash Utility

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs New features or options Executing Flash Program Create a bootable disk. Unzip the flash file, and save the three files (.bat, .exe, .wph) to the bootable disk.
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  • Page 59: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge...

  • Page 60: General Information

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system.

  • Page 61: Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.

  • Page 62: Screw List

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL L C D M o d u le L C D M o d u le L C D S c re w L C D S c re w R u b b e r s & M y la r s R u b b e r s &...

  • Page 63: Removing The Battery

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Battery Unlock the battery release button. Push the other battery release button in the arrow direction and lift up the battery out from the main unit. Remove the battery from the system.

  • Page 64: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 Remove the screw on the hard disk cover, and then remove the HDD cover. Push the HDD module out by pulling the mylar, lift up the HDD module and remove it from the unit.

  • Page 65: Removing The External Dimm Module

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the External DIMM Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 Remove the two screws on the DIMM cover, then remove the DIMM cover from the lower case. Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket and then remove the DIMM module.

  • Page 66: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Optical Drive Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 Remove the screw on the back side of the unit and pull gently to detach the optical drive module from the main unit .

  • Page 67: Disassembling The Main Unit

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Disassembling the Main Unit Removing the Middle Cover See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 Remove the two screws. Push the middle cover outward on the right side, and lift it up gently in the way as shown.

  • Page 68: Removing The Keyboard

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Keyboard See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 Lift the keyboard up, turn it over and put it on the upper case. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board and remove the keyboard away.

  • Page 69: Removing The Antennas

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Antennas See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 Lift up the keyboard, turn it over and put it on the upper case. Put the RTC battery aside.
  • Page 70 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL The two RF cables are routed beneath the inverter cable and the coaxial cable. Thus, lift up the inverter cable first and then the coaxial cable before you release the two RF cables. Or you may choose to disconnect the inverter cable, remove the two screws on the coaxial cable, and then disconnect the coaxial cable from the main board.
  • Page 71 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 NOTE: 1. When attaching the antennas back to the upper case, make sure the two RF cables are routed as shown. 3. The two RF cables should be beneath the inverter cable and the coaxial cable...

  • Page 72: Removing The Lcd Module

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the LCD Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 ( Remove the two screws and put the two antennas aside. Do not need to release the two RF cables from the upper casea and the sponge.)

  • Page 73: Removing The Fan Module

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Lift up the LCD module carefully. NOTE: When connecting the inverter cable and coaxial cable back to the unit, please note that the two cables should be routed as shown. Removing the Fan Module See “Removing the Battery”...

  • Page 74: Removing The Cpu

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL See “Removing the Fan Module” on page 65 Remove the four screws on the CPU heat sink in the numerical order, and then remove the CPU heat sink from the main board. Removing the CPU See “Removing the Battery”...

  • Page 75: Removing The Rtc Battery

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the RTC Battery See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 Disconnect the RTC cable from the mainboard and remove the RTC battery.

  • Page 76: Separating The Upper Case From The Lower Case

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Remove the two screws on the modem board, disconnect the modem cable from the modem board and remove it from the main board. Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover”...

  • Page 77: Removing The Launch Pcb Bracket And Launch Pcb

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Launch PCB Bracket and Launch PCB See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the LCD Module”...

  • Page 78: Removing The Touch Pad Fpc

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Disconnect the touch pad cable from the touch pad board. Release the touch pad cable from the upper case, remove the two screws, slide the touch pad holder module as shown and then detach the touch pad holder module from the upper case.

  • Page 79: Removing The Touch Pad Board

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 NOTE: When attaching the touch pad FPC back to the touch pad holder, please make sure the points on the touch pad holder are well inserted as shown. Removing the Touch Pad Board See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover”...

  • Page 80: Removing The Microphone

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Microphone See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 64 See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case”...

  • Page 81: Removing The Cover Switch Bracket And Cover Swtich Cable

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Cover Switch Bracket and Cover Swtich Cable See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the LCD Module”...

  • Page 82: Removing The Choke Heatsink

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Choke Heatsink See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 64 See “Removing the Fan Module”...

  • Page 83: Removing The Main Board Chassis

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Main Board Chassis See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the LCD Module”...

  • Page 84: Removing The Pcmcia Socket

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 64 See “Removing the Fan Module” on page 65 See “Removing the CPU Heat Sink” on page 65 10. See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 68 11.

  • Page 85: Removing The Modem Board Cable

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Modem Board Cable See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the Modem Board” on page 67...

  • Page 86: Disassembling The 15" Tft Lcd Module

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Disassembling the 15” TFT LCD Module Removing the LCD Bezel See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 64 Remove the three mylars and two screw rubbers from the LCD module.

  • Page 87: Removing The Inverter Board

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Removing the Inverter Board See “Removing the Battery” on page 55 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 59 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 64 See “Removing the LCD Bezel”...

  • Page 88: Removing The Lcd Coaxial Cable

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Remove the four screws on the hinges as shown. Detach the LCD together with the LCD brackets from the LCD panel. 10. Remove the eight screws and then detach the LCD brackets from the LCD.
  • Page 89 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 See “Removing the Antennas” on page 61 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60 See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 64 See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 78 See “Removing the Inverter Board” on page 79 See “Removing the LCD”...
  • Page 90 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL...

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only our company’s products. Other brand’s products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.

  • Page 92: System Check Procedures

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL System Check Procedures Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources: Remove the battery pack. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied.

  • Page 93: Touchpad Check

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.

  • Page 94: Phoenix Bios Error Code Messages

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Phoenix BIOS Error Code Messages The following are the list of messages that Phoenix BIOs can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., and the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a porblem with a device, such as the way it has been configured.
  • Page 95 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Error Codes Error Messages 0281 Memory Size found by POST differed from CMOS Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS 02B0 Diskette Drive Error 02B1 Diskette Drive B Error 02B2 Incorrect Drive A type - run Setup...
  • Page 96 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Error Codes Error Messages nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn KB Shadow RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in shadow in kilobytes successfully tested.

  • Page 97: Power-On Self-Test (Post) Error Message

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer.
  • Page 98 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Memory size found by POST differed from Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. CMOS DIMM Main Board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS...

  • Page 99: Index Of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power blank.
  • Page 100 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system Reconnect the inverter board runs correctly Inverter board Main Board Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Power shuts down during operation Power source (battery pack and power adapter).
  • Page 101 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard) Hard disk drive Main Board The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and Press Fn+ and see if the computer enters hibernation mode.
  • Page 102 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect the keyboard cable. Keyboard Main Board Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable. Touchpad board Main Board...

  • Page 103: Intermittent Problems

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.

  • Page 104: Index Of Pqa Diagnostic Error Code, Message

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message Error Code Message Action in Sequence 16XXX Backup battery error Backup battery 01XXX CPU or main board error Reload BIOS default setting. Main Board 02XXX Memory error...

  • Page 105: Jumper And Connector Locations

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View PCB 02231-SB LIN/MIC1 Line-in/Microphone-in SPK1 Speaker cable connector connector LOUT1 Line-out connector RTC1 RTC battery connector USB2 USB port INV1 Inverter cable connector PWR1 Power button cable MINI1...

  • Page 106: Bottom View

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Bottom View Golden finger for debug Memory socket 2 BAT1 Battery connector Memory socket 1...

  • Page 107: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    Prestigio Nobile 156 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Nobile 156. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization).

  • Page 108: Nobile 156 Exploded Diagram

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Nobile 156 Exploded Diagram...
  • Page 109 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Picture Partname Description LCD 15"XGA HITACHI LCD 15"XGA TX38D81VC1CAB REV.B TX38D81VC1CAB REV.B LCD 15"XGA CHIMEI LCD 15" XGA TFT N150X3-L05 C2 N150X3-L05 C2 LCD 14.1"XGA CHIMEI LCD 14.1"XGA TFT N141X6-L01/08 N141X6-L01/08 Cables/Antenna LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15.1"...
  • Page 110 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Picture Partname Description Microphone MICROPHONE MICOPHONE TS-60A-W28-150 B2M Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly LOWER CAES GL ASSY LOWER CASE B2M LOWER CAES AL ASSY LOWER CASE B2I DIMM COVER W/SCREW ASSY DIMM DOOR(CU) B2I DIMM COVER W/SCREW...
  • Page 111 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Picture Partname Description LCD BEZEL 15" GL ASSEMBLY LCD BEZEL 15.1” B2M LCD BEZEL 15" AL ASSY LCD 15" BEZEL LCD BEZEL 14.1" AV ASSY LCD BEZEL14 ( PAINTING) HDD BRACKET ASSEMBLY HDD BRACKET B2M HINGE PACK 15"...
  • Page 112 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Picture Partname Description UPPER CASE W/COVER ASSY UPPER CASE(1) B2I SWITCH CABLE & LAUNCH BOARD & TOUCHPAD MODULE & MICROPHONE AL MIDDLE COVER W/ ASSEMBLY MIDDLE COVER B2M POWER BOARD GL MIDDLE COVER W/...
  • Page 113 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Picture Partname Description BATTERY MODULE LI BTY PACK LI2.2AH8C NUCON 2.2AH 8CELL SANYO SANYO Adapter/Power cord ADAPTER 70W 19V ADPT 70W 19V CCC PA-1700-02AB POWER CORD CORD H05VV-F 3G K15081H5183BPL Speaker SPEAKER SPEAKER 13.5MM*6MM B2M...
  • Page 114 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Picture Partname Description CHOKE HEATSINK CHOKE HEAT SINK B2M FAN MODULE ASSEMBLY FAN B2M Main board MAINBOARD B2I W/ D2I MB-2 W/O CPU(DIP) MODEM & MODEM CABLE & RTC BATTERY Miscellaneous LCD SCREW MYLAR...
  • Page 115 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Picture Partname Description LCD SCREW RUBBER RUBBER B SCREW COVER B2M UPPER GL LCD SCREW RUBBER GL RUB SCREW COVER B2M BLACK Screws SCREW SCR. HEX NUT W/WASHER&NYLOK SCREW SCREW MACH FLAT M3*2.8 SCREW...
  • Page 116 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Picture Partname Description SCREW SRW M2.5*8L B/ZN NYLOK 700 SCREW SCRW M2*4 WAFER NI SCREW SCRW MAC PAN M2*L9.3COL-ZN SCREW SCRW MACH PAN NYLOK M2.5*10 NI...

  • Page 117: Appendix A Test Compatible Components

    Windows XP. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Nobile 156 Compatibility Test Report released by the Mobile System Testing Department.

  • Page 118: Microsoft Windows Xp Environment Test

    Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test Item Specifications Pentium M 1.4GHz Pentium M 1.7GHz Mainboard D2I MB (10/100 LAN) Assembly LCD Unit ASS LCD Unit (CMO) ASS LCD Unit (HT 15”) (Sumida) LCD 14” XGA CMO LCD 15”...
  • Page 119 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Item Specifications 1394 Card Buffalo 1394 Interface CardBus IFC-ILCB/DV I-O Data 1394 Interface CardBus CB1394/DVC Pixela 1394 CardBus PC Card PIX-PCMC/FW1 SCSI Card Adaptec 1480A or B SCSI CB 1680880A/B NewMedia Bus Toaster SCSI II...
  • Page 120 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Item Specifications I/O - USB Keyboard/Mouse Chicony USB Keyboard KU-8933 IBM USB Numeric Keyboard Microsft Natural Keyboard Pro Acer Aspire USB Mouse M-UB48 Logicool USB Mouse IOWCM-USB Logitech Coreless MouseMan Wheel USB interface Logitech USB Wheel Mouse M-BB48...
  • Page 121 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Item Specifications I/O - Access Point 802.11a Intel Pro/Wireless 5000 I/O - TV (NTSC/PAL) Sony 29” Trinitron KV-XA29N90...
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  • Page 123: Appendix B Online Support Information

    This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Prestigio International. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Prestigio branch office. Prestigio Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However, some information sources will require a user i.d.
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  • Page 125: Index

    TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Index Core logic 24 AC Adapter 26 core voltage 19 ACPI 1.0a 19 I/O voltage 19 package 19 AFLASH Utility 48 type 19 APM 1.2 19 Audio 22, 24 DIMM 19 package 19 Battery 24...
  • Page 126 Prestigio Nobile 156 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 Bottom 12 left 6 HDD 20, 24 Rear 10 Hibernation Mode 27 right 10 Hibernation mode Parallel Port 23 hotkey 17 parallel port Hot Keys 14 setting in BIOS Utility 41...
  • Page 127 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 156 Video 22 Resolutions 22 Video controller 24 Windows XP Environment Test 110...
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