Replacing The Mainboard - Acer Aspire 2430 Service Manual

Replacing the Mainboard

1. Ensure that the Mainboard is facing down (the Heatsink and CPU are not visible). Place the Mainboard in
the chassis, making sure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the lower cover, and the screw
sockets are visible through the mainboard.
2. Before lowering the mainboard completely into
place, take note of the DC-IN cable. Ensure it sits in
the housing well as shown.
4. Connect the modem cable to the mainboard as
shown.
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3. Pull the bottom of the chassis slightly outward to
allow the I/O ports room for clearance. Lower the
mainboard and release the lower cover.
5. Replace the DC-In jack as shown.
Chapter 3