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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.
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 M350H/ M360H/ M362H/ M363H series notebook PC.
Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec- tric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 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. • Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode. • Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service personnel.
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...
1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the M350H/ M360H/ M362H/ M363H series note- book computer. Information about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual. Information about drivers (e.g. VGA & audio) is also found in User’s Manual. That manual is shipped with the computer.
Introduction System Specifications Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/speeds) may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your service center for details. Feature Specifications µ...
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Introduction Feature Specifications Memory Two 200-pin SODIMM sockets, supporting 266 Memory expandable up to 2GB (128/ 256/ 512/ MHz DDR modules 1024 MB DDR modules) BIOS One 512KB Flash ROM Insyde BIOS, Plug and Play (1.0a) 14.1" XGA Flat Panel TFT (1024*768) Display Dynamic Video Memory Technology (Shared Fully DirectX 7/8 Compliant Graphics Engine...
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Introduction Feature Specifications Power Management Supports ACPI 2.0 Supports Battery Low Sleep Mode Power Button as Sleep/Resume Key Supports Resume From Modem Ring Supports Hibernate Mode Supports Wake on LAN Supports Standby Mode Power Full Range AC Adapter AC-Input 100~240V, 47~63Hz DC Output 20V, 3.25A (65W) One 4 cell, 32 Watt, Smart Lithium-Ion Battery Pack - Approx 2 Hours battery life One 6 cell, 48 Watt, Smart Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (optional) - Approx 3 Hours battery life...
Introduction Design Differences This manual refers to the two notebook designs pictured below. The designs vary slightly in external design. Photographs used throughout this manual are of Design I. In addition to the basic designs, there are also two colored (red and blue) gloss style top cover designs.
Introduction Gloss Style Top Cover Designs There are two colored (red and blue) gloss style top cover designs incorporated within the design styles of this notebook model. Note the following guidelines for care and attention of this type of top cover. •...
Introduction External Locator - Top View Figure 3 Top View 1. Optional Built-In PC Camera 2. LCD 3. LED Power & Communication Indicators 4. Speakers 5. Lid Sensor 6. LED Status Indicators 7. Power Button 8. Keyboard 9. Built-In Microphone 10.
Introduction External Locator - Front & Left Side Views Figure 4 Front View 1. LCD Latches 2. Hot-Key Buttons Figure 5 Left Side View 1. Vent 2. External Monitor (CRT) Port 3. RJ-11 Phone Jack 4. RJ-45 LAN Jack 5. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports 6.
Introduction External Locator - Right Side & Rear Views Figure 6 Right Side View 1. Microphone-In Jack 2. Headphone-Out Jack 3. S/P DIF Output Jack 4. Optical Device 5. DC-In Jack Figure 7 Rear View 1. Security Lock Slot 2. Vent External Locator - Right Side &...
2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the M350H/ M360H/ M362H/ M363H series note- book’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 Wireless LAN: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 7 1.
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Disassembly To remove the Multi-function board: To remove the TouchPad & Click Board: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 7 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 7 2. Remove the HDD page 2 - 8 2. Remove the HDD page 2 - 8 3.
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Disassembly To remove the LCD Panel: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 7 2. Remove the HDD page 2 - 8 3. Remove the optical device page 2 - 12 4. Remove the processor page 2 - 13 5. Remove the bottom case page 2 - 17 6.
Disassembly Removing the Battery 1. Turn the computer off, and turn it over. 2. Locate the battery bay at point (Figure 1a). Figure 1 3. Slide the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (towards the unlock symbol ), and hold it in place (Figure Battery Removal 1b).
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives Figure 2 with a height of 9.5mm (h). Follow your operating system’s installation instructions, and install all necessary drivers and HDD Assembly utilities (as outlined in Chapter 4 of the User’s Manual) when setting up a new hard disk.
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Disassembly 3. Pull the tab to slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Figure 3a). 4. Lift the hard disk assembly up out off the computer Figure 3b). 5. Remove screws , and separate the hard disk cover from the hard disk (Figure 3c).
Disassembly Removing the System Memory (RAM) The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin (SO-DIMM) Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules support- Figure 4 ing DDR 266MHz (see “Memory” on page 1 - 3 ). The main memory can be expanded up to 2GB. The SO-DIMM mod- Memory Socket ules supported are 128MB, 256MB, 512MB and 1024MB.
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Disassembly 5. Gently pull the two release latches ( & Figure on the sides of the memory socket toward the sides of the computer. Figure 5 Removing/ Installing a RAM Module a. Pull release latches. b. Remove the mod- ule. 6.
Disassembly Removing the Optical Device 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - Figure 6 2. Remove screw (Figure 6a) and carefully lift up the optical device removal cover (Figure 6b). Optical Device 3.
Disassembly Removing the Processor 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 7) and turn it over. 2. Remove screws from the CPU cover 3. Carefully lift up the CPU cover off the computer. Figure 7 4. Remove screws (Figure 7c) from the heat sink in the order indicated on the label Processor Removal...
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Disassembly 8. Turn the release latch towards the unlock symbol , to release the CPU (Figure 8a). 9. Carefully (it may be hot) lift the CPU up out of the socket (Figure 8b). 10. When re-inserting the CPU, pay careful attention to the pin alignment; it will fit only one way (don’t force it!). Figure 8 Processor Removal (cont’d)
Disassembly Removing the Keyboard 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 2. Press the three keyboard latches at the top of the keyboard to elevate the keyboard from its normal position (you Figure 9 may need to use a small screwdriver to do this). Keyboard Removal 3.
Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Figure 10 Wireless LAN 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - 7), and RAM cover (page 2 - 10). Removal 2. Gently pull the two release latches ( &...
Disassembly Removing the Bottom Case 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 7), hard disk (page 2 - 8), RAM (page 2 - 10), Optical Device Figure 11 (page 2 - 12), and CPU (page 2 - 13).
Disassembly Removing the Modem Figure 12 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over and remove the battery (page 2 - 7), hard disk (page 2 - 8), RAM (page 2 - 10), Modem Removal Optical Device (page 2 - 12), CPU (page 2 - 13) and bottom case...
Disassembly Removing the Inverter 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - Figure 17 2. Remove the rubber covers and screws from the LCD (Figure 17a). Inverter Removal 3. Run your finger around the middle of the frame to carefully unsnap the LCD front panel module from the back.
Part Lists Appendix A:Part Lists This appendix breaks down the M350H/ M360H/ M362H/ M363H series notebook’s construction into a series of illus- trations. 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 1 - 1 Part List Illustration Part M350H M360H M362H M363H Location page A - 3 page A - 14 page A - 25...
Part Lists DVD-Dual Drive (M363H) Figure 44 DVD-Dual Drive (M363H) A - 46 DVD-Dual Drive (M363H)
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Schematic Diagrams Appendix B:Schematic Diagrams This appendix has circuit diagrams of the M350H/ M360H/ M362H/ M363H notebook’s PCB’s. The following table indicates where to find the appropriate schematic diagram. Diagram - Page Diagram - Page Table 1 Schematic System Block Diagram - Page B - 2...
Schematic Diagrams LAN RTL8100B *For RTL8100C application, all bead must be rated 300mA/100ohm@100Mhz The maximum voltage drop when on should be less than 0.3V C592 C628 C591 C585 C627 Z1806 HCB2012K-121T30 0.1u 0.1u 0.1u 0.1u 0.1u HCB2012K-121T30 Z1801 Z1807 HCB2012K-121T30 +2.5V C560 C562...
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