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Preface Notebook Computer M1110Q/M1110Q-C 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 M1110Q/ M1110Q-C 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.
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 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. System Startup 1.
Preface Contents Introduction ..........1-1 Schematic Diagrams......... B-1 Overview ..................1-1 System Block Diagram ..............B-2 Specifications ..................1-2 Pineview CPU Part-D ..............B-3 External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open ......1-4 Pineview CPU Part A-C-F ..............B-4 External Locator - Front & Right Side Views .........1-5 Pineview CPU Part B ..............B-5 External Locator - Left Side &...
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Preface Download the BIOS ............... C-1 Unzip the downloaded files to a bootable CD/DVD/ or USB Flash drive ....................C-1 Set the computer to boot from the external drive ......C-1 Use the flash tools to update the BIOS .......... C-2 Restart the computer (booting from the HDD) ......
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the M1110Q/M1110Q-C 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. VGA & audio) is also found in the User’s Manual. The manual is shipped with the computer.
Introduction Specifications Processor Security Intel® Atom ™ Processor N455 Kensington Lock Slot 1.66GHz, 512KB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB, TDP:6.5W BIOS Password Intel® Atom ™ Processor N475 Interface 1.83GHz, 512KB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB, TDP:6.5W Latest Specification Information Three USB 2.0 Ports Display The specifications listed here are correct at the One Headphone-Out Jack...
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Introduction Power Full Range AC/DC Adapter AC Input: 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output: 19V, 1.58A (30W) Removable 3 Cell Smart Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 24.42WH (Factory Option) Removable 6 Cell Smart Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 48.84WH Energy Star 5.0 Compliant Environmental Spec Temperature °...
Introduction External Locator - Front & Right Side Views Figure 2 Front View 1. LED Indicators FRONT VIEW Figure 3 Right Side View 1. 8-in-1 Card RIGHT SIDE VIEW Reader 2. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports 3. RJ-45 LAN Port 4.
Introduction External Locator - Left Side & Rear View Figure 4 Left Side View 1. Security Lock Slot 2. DC-In Jack 3. Vent LEFT SIDE VIEW 4. USB 2.0 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. Component Bay Cover 3. Vent 4. Speakers Overheating To prevent your com- puter from overhea- ting, make sure no- thing blocks any vent while the computer is in use.
Chapter 2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the M1110Q/M1110Q-C 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 Bluetooth 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 System Memory (RAM) Figure 2 RAM Module The computer has one memory socket for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting Removal DDR3 667MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 2GB. The SO-DIMM modules supported are 1024MB, and 2048MB and DDRIII Modules.
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Disassembly 4. Gently pull the two release latches ( on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the Figure 3 arrows (Figure 3c). RAM Module Removal (cont’d.) c. Pull the release latches. d. Remove the module. 5.
Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Module Figure 4 Wireless LAN 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and the component bay cover (page 2 - Module Removal 2. The Wireless LAN module will be visible at point (Figure 4a on the mainboard.
Disassembly Removing the Keyboard Figure 5 Keyboard Removal 1. Turn off the computer and remove the battery (page 2 - 2. Use only the small tool provided (see picture below) to carefully press the four keyboard latches at the a. Press the four latches to top of the keyboard to elevate the keyboard from its normal position (Figure 5a).
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive Figure 6 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) 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 3. Remove the HDD support module (Figure 7b Figure 7 4. Grip the mylar cover and slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow (Figure 7b HDD Assembly 5. Lift the hard disk out of the bay (Figure 7c Removal (cont’d.) 6.
Disassembly Removing the Bluetooth Module Figure 8 Bluetooth Module 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), remove the keyboard (page 2 - 9), remove the HDD (page Removal 10). 2. Remove hinge covers in the direction of the arrows Figure 8a a.
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Disassembly 4. Turn over the computer and remove the bottom case’s screws Figure 9c Figure 9 5. Turn over the computer again and carefully lift the top case up and off the computer Figure 9d Bluetooth Module 6. Remove screw from the Bluetooth module and disconnect connector and cable (Figure 9d...
Part Lists Appendix A:Part Lists This appendix breaks down the M1110Q/M1110Q-C 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 M1110Q/M1110Q-C Location page A - 3 page A - 4 Bottom page A - 5...
Schematic Diagrams Appendix B: Schematic Diagrams Table B - 1 SCHEMATIC This appendix has circuit diagrams of the M1110Q/M1110Q-C notebook’s PCB’s. The following table indicates where to find the appropriate schematic diagram. DIAGRAMS Diagram - Page Diagram - Page...
Schematic Diagrams Pineview CPU Part-D LV DS Clock & Data Signal Group Zdiff = 90 Ohm ? 0% 1.05VS signal / s pace : 4 / 5 m ils CPU_RSVD_01 le ngth < 7850 m ils 62_04 U13D R115 51_04 H_TDI R103 *51_04...
Schematic Diagrams Pineview CPU Part A-C-F DMI Signal Group Zdiff = 85 Ohm ? 0% s ignal / s pace : 6 / 6 m ils U13F REV = 1.1 le ngth < 6400 m ils U13A REV = 1.1 DMI_RXP_0 DMI_TXP_0 C176...
Schematic Diagrams Tigerpoint Part A-B USB Signal Group Zdiff = 90 Ohm ? 5% signal / space : 5 / 6 m ils U14B U14A 4/15 Tigerpoint Tigerpoint DMI_ICH_MT_IR0_DN DMI0RXN USBP0N USB_PN0 [13] USB0 USB Port 0 DMI_ICH_MT_IR0_DP DMI0RXP USBP0P USB_PP0 [13] DEVSEL# USB1 USB Port 1...
Schematic Diagrams Tigerpoint Part C SATA Signal Group Zdiff = 92 Ohm ? 0% signal / space : 4 / 5.5 m ils U14C Tigerpoint RSVD03 SATA0RXN SATARXN0 [12] AE20 RSVD04 SATA0RXP SATARXP0 [12] AD17 RSVD05 SATA0TXN SATATXN0 [12] AC15 RSVD06 SATA0TXP SATATXP0 [12]...
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...
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.