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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 N150ZU / N151ZU / N152ZU 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.
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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...
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Preface 4. 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. 5. Take care when using peripheral devices. Use only approved brands of Unplug the power cord before peripherals.
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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.
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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.
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the N150ZU / N151ZU / N152ZU series notebook computer. Information about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual.
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Introduction Interface Environmental Spec One USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Port* Temperature ° ° *The maximum amount of current supplied by USB Type-C Operating: 5 C - 35 ports is 500mA (USB 2.0)/1500mA (USB 3.1). Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C Relative Humidity (Factory Option) One Thunderbolt 3 Port** Operating: 20% - 80% **Supports USB Power Delivery/DC-in Function...
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 Array Microphone 4. LCD 5.
Introduction External Locator - Front & Right Side Views Figure 2 Front View 1. LED Indicators FRONT VIEW Figure 3 Right Side View 1. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Port (Factory RIGHT SIDE VIEW Option) *Thunderbolt 3 Port 2. USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Type- A Port 3.
Introduction External Locator - Left Side & Rear View Figure 4 Left Side View 1. DC-In Jack 2. USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Type-A LEFT SIDE VIEW Port 3. USB 2.0 Port 4. 2- In-1 Audio Jack (Microphone and S/PDIF Optical) 5.
Introduction External Locator - Bottom View Figure 6 Bottom View 1. Vent 2. 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...
Introduction Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors) Figure 9 Mainboard Top Connectors 1. USB Board Connector 2. Power Connector 3. Keyboard Cable Connector 4. White LED Keyboard Connector 5. RJ-45 LAN Jack 6. HDMI-Out Port 7. Mini Display Port 8. USB Port 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Port 9.
Chapter 2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the N150ZU / N151ZU / N152ZU 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 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.
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 Keyboard: To remove the CCD Module: 1. Remove the keyboard page 2 - 5 1.
Disassembly Removing the Keyboard Figure 1 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over. Keyboard Removal 2. Remove screws from the bottom case (Figure 1a). 3. Open it up with the LCD on a flat surface before pressing at point to release the keyboard module (use the spe- cific eject stick to do this) while releasing the keyboard in the direction of the arrow...
Disassembly Removing the Battery Figure 2 36W Battery 36W Battery Removal Removal 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the keyboard (page 2 - 2. Remove screws (Figure 2a). a. Remove the screws. 3. Remove the SD card cover and screws on the bottom case (Figure...
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Disassembly 5. The battery will be visible at point on the computer (Figure 3d). Figure 3 6. Carefully disconnect the cable , then remove screws (Figure 3e 36W Battery 7. Lift the battery off the computer (Figure 3f Removal (cont’d.) 8.
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Disassembly 54W Battery Removal Figure 4 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the keyboard (page 2 - 5), bottom case (page 2 - 6) and hard disk (page 2 - 54W Battery 2. The battery will be visible at point on the computer (Figure 4a).
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive Figure 5 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.
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Disassembly 4. Lift the hard disk out of the bay (Figure 6c Figure 6 5. Reverse the process to install a new hard disk (do not forget to replace all the screws and bottom cover - check the HDD Assembly HDD sponge information on page 2 - Removal (cont’d.)
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 2133MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 32GB. The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
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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.
Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Module Figure 8 Wireless LAN 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the keyboard (page 2 - 5) and battery (page 2 - Module Removal 2. The Wireless LAN module will be visible at point on the mainboard (Figure 8a).
Disassembly Wireless LAN, and Combo Module Cables Note that the cables for connecting to the antennae on WLAN, WLAN & Bluetooth Combo modules are not labelled. The cables/covers (each cable will have either a black or transparent cable cover) are color coded for identification as outlined in the table below.
Disassembly Removing the M.2 SSD Module Figure 9 M.2 SSD Module 1. Turn off the computer, turn it over to remove the keyboard (page 2 - 5) and battery (page 2 - Removal 2. The M.2 SSD module will be visible at point on the mainboard (Figure 9a).
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