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Clevo N770WU Service Manual

Clevo N770WU Service Manual

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  • Page 1 Preface Notebook Computer N770WU Service Manual...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 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 N770WU series notebook PC.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 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.

  • Page 8: Bottom

    Preface Related Documents You may also need to consult the following manual for additional information: User’s Manual on CD/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.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Introduction ..........1-1 Part List Illustration Location ............A-2 Top ....................A-3 Overview ..................1-1 Bottom ................... A-4 Specifications ..................1-2 LCD ....................A-5 External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open ......1-4 HDD ....................A-6 External Locator - Front & Right Side Views .........1-5 HDD Caddy ...................
  • Page 10 Preface PCH 9/9 ..................B-23 Set the computer to boot from the external drive ......C-1 M.2 (WLAN, 3G, SSD) ............... B-24 Use the flash tools to update the BIOS ...........C-2 Audio Codec ................. B-25 Restart the computer (booting from the HDD) .......C-2 PS8330B ..................

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the N770WU 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.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Introduction Specifications Processor Options Storage Intel® Core™ i7 Processor One Changeable 2.5" 7mm (h) SATA HDD/SSD i7-8550U (1.80GHz) (Factory Option) One 9.5mm/9.0mm(h) Optical Device Type 6MB Smart Cache, 14nm, DDR4-2400MHz, TDP 15W Drive (DVD Writer) Intel® Core™ i5 Processor Latest Specification Information i5-8250U (1.60GHz) (Factory Option) Dummy ODD 6MB Smart Cache, 14nm, DDR4-2400MHz, TDP 15W...
  • Page 13 Introduction M.2 Slots Communication Slot 1 for WLAN and Bluetooth Combo Module Built-In 10/100/1000Mb Base-TX Ethernet LAN Slot 2 for SATA/PCIe Gen3 x4 SSD 1.0M HD PC Camera Module (Factory Option) Slot 3 for 3G/4G Module (Factory Option) 3G or 4G M.2 Module Interface WLAN/ Bluetooth M.2 Modules: (Factory Option) Intel®...

  • Page 14: External Locator - Top View With Lcd Panel Open

    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 white. 3. Built-In Microphone 4. LCD 5.

  • Page 15: External Locator - Front & Right Side Views

    Introduction External Locator - Front & Right Side Views Figure 2 Front View 1. LED Indicators 2. Multi-in-1 Card Reader FRONT VIEW Figure 3 Right Side View 1. Headphone-Out RIGHT SIDE VIEW Jack 2. Microphone-In Jack 3. USB 2.0 4. ODD Bay 5.

  • Page 16: External Locator - Left Side & Rear View

    Introduction External Locator - Left Side & Rear View Figure 4 Left Side View 1. DC-In Jack 2. External Monitor Port LEFT SIDE VIEW 3. RJ-45 LAN Jack 4. Vent 5. HDMI-Out Port 6. USB 3.0/3.1 Port 7. USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Port Figure 5...

  • Page 17: External Locator - Bottom View

    Introduction External Locator - Bottom View Figure 6 Bottom View 1. Battery 2. Vent 3. Speakers 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...

  • Page 18: Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts)

    Introduction Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts) Figure 7 Mainboard Top Key Parts 1 - 8 Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts)

  • Page 19: Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Key Parts)

    Introduction Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Key Parts) Figure 8 Mainboard Bottom Key Parts 1. KBC-ITE IT8587 2. CPU 3. Memory Slots DDR4 SO-DIMM 4. CMOS Battery Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Key Parts) 1 - 9...

  • Page 20: Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors)

    Introduction Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors) Figure 9 Mainboard Top Connectors 1. DC-In Jack 2. External Monitor Port 3. RJ-45 LAN Jack 4. HDMI-Out Port 5. USB Port 3.0/3.1 Port 6. USB Port 3.0/3.1 Type C Port 7. Keyboard Cable Connector 1 - 10 Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors)

  • Page 21: Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Connectors)

    Introduction Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Connectors) Figure 10 Mainboard Bottom Connectors 1. 3G/LTE Card Connector 2. LID Connector 3. CCD Connector 4. ODD Connector 5. HDD Connector 6. Speaker Connector 7. Multi-in-1 Card Reader 8. LCD Cable Connector 9. WLAN Connector 10.
  • Page 22 Introduction 1 - 12...

  • Page 23: Disassembly

    Chapter 2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the N770WU 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.

  • Page 24: Maintenance Tools

    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 •...

  • Page 25: Maintenance Precautions

    Disassembly Maintenance Precautions The following precautions are a reminder. To avoid personal injury or damage to the computer while performing a removal and/or replacement job, take the following precautions: Power Safety Don't drop it. Perform your repairs and/or upgrades on a stable surface. If the computer falls, the case and other components Warning could be damaged.

  • Page 26: Disassembly Steps

    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 Module: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 5 1.

  • Page 27: Removing The Battery

    Disassembly Removing the Battery Figure 1 Battery Removal 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over. 2. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow (Figure 1a a. Slide the latch and hold it 3. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow, and hold it in place (Figure 1b in place.

  • Page 28: Removing The Keyboard

    Disassembly Removing the Keyboard Figure 2 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the battery (page 2 - Keyboard Removal 2. Remove screws from the bottom case (Figure 2a). 3. Open it up with the LCD on a flat surface before pressing at point to release the keyboard module (use the spe- a.

  • Page 29: Removing The Hard Disk Drive

    Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive Figure 3 HDD Assembly The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height of 7.0mm 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.
  • Page 30 Disassembly 6. Remove the screw from the hard disk assembly (Figure 4e Figure 4 7. Slightly lift and pull the hard disk assembly in the direction of arrow (Figure 4f HDD Assembly 8. Lift the hard disk assembly out of the bay (Figure 4g Removal (cont’d.) 9.

  • Page 31: Removing The 2Nd Hard Disk From Caddy Bay

    Disassembly Removing the 2nd Hard Disk from Caddy Bay Figure 5 2nd HDD Removal 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and bottom case (page 2 - 2. Carefully push out the caddy bay out in the direction of the arrow (Figure 5a a.

  • Page 32: Removing The Optical (Cd/Dvd) Device

    Disassembly Removing the Optical (CD/DVD) Device Figure 6 Optical Device 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5), and bottom case (page 2 - Removal 2. Carefully push out the optical device out of the bay in the direction of the arrow (Figure 6a 3.

  • Page 33: Removing The System Memory (Ram)

    Disassembly Removing the System Memory (RAM) Figure 7 RAM Module The computer has two memory sockets for 260 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting Removal DDR4 Up to 2400 MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 32GB. The total memory size is automatically detect- ed by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
  • Page 34 Disassembly 5. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary. 6. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot. 7. The module will only fit one way as defined by its pin alignment. Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot as it will go.

  • Page 35: Removing The Wireless Lan Module

    Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Module Figure 8 WLAN Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and bottom cover (page 2 - Removal 2. The Wireless LAN module will be visible at point on the mainboard (Figure 8a).

  • Page 36: Wireless Lan, Combo, 3G & Lte Module Cables

    Disassembly Wireless LAN, Combo, 3G & LTE 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.

  • Page 37: Removing The 3G Module

    Disassembly Removing the 3G Module Figure 9 3G Module Removal 3G Module Removal Procedure 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and bottom cover (page 2 - a. Locate the module. 2.

  • Page 38: Removing And Installing The M.2 Ssd Module

    Disassembly Removing and Installing the M.2 SSD Module Figure 10 M.2 SSD Module m.2 SSD Removal Procedure Removal 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and bottom cover (page 2 - 2.
  • Page 39 Disassembly M.2 SSD Installation Procedure Figure 11 1. Place the thermal pad on the bottom case as shown (Figure 11a). M.2 SSD Module 2. Insert the module in the computer Figure 11b Installation 3. Tighten the screw to secure it in place (Figure 11c).

  • Page 40: Removing The Ccd

    Disassembly Removing the CCD Figure 12 CCD Removal 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the battery (page 2 - 2. Lay the computer down on a flat surface with the top case up forming a 90 degree angle. Carefully remove the a.
  • Page 41 Disassembly 6. Disconnect the cable Figure 13 7. Remove the CCD module (Figure 13f). CCD Removal 8. Reverse the process to install a new CCD module. (cont’d) d. Disconnect the cable. e. Remove the CCD mod- ule. 7. CCD Module Removing the CCD 2 - 19...
  • Page 42 Disassembly 2 - 20...

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