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REPAIR GUIDE
NP940XMA
English. Rev.1.0
www.samsung.com

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  • Page 1 REPAIR GUIDE NP940XMA English. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Instructional Icons Software Update Samsung Update Samsung Recovery Windows recovery feature Q&A User Test Samsung PC Diagnostics Exploded View and Parts List Exploded View Parts List Disassembly and Assembly Tools for Disassembly and Assembly Adhesives and Materials for Assembly 20 Case Rear Remove...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 29 Fan Remove Speaker Remove 33 Main PBA and Sub PBA Remove 35 Display Remove Fingerprint Sensor Remove 39 Touchpad Remove 42 Touchpad Assembly 50 Fingerprint Sensor Assembly 52 Display Assembly 55 Main PBA Assembly 56 Sub PBA Assembly 58 Speaker Assembly 60 Fan Assembly Wi-Fi Connector and Cable Assembly...

  • Page 4: Usage Notices

    Precautions for Repair Samsung is not liable for any damage or defect determined to be caused by repair by a non-authorized carrier, self repair or non-professional repair of the device. Samsung...

  • Page 5: Esd (Electrostatic Discharge) Precautions

    During assembly, check if there are any abnormalities before reattaching the Case • rear, and be careful not to damage the battery by hitting or denting it. If the battery is damaged, visit a Samsung Service Center. Before repairing your device, make sure its battery is fully discharged. •...

  • Page 6: Software Update

    Software Update Software Update Samsung Update Install and update Samsung apps and drivers on the computer. You can search for or download the BIOS, drivers, and apps over the internet. Keep the computer performing better and more stably with Samsung Update.

  • Page 7: Samsung Recovery

    Back up important data regularly before a problem occurs with the computer. The Samsung Recovery app may not be provided in models with less than 64 GB • of storage. If you cannot access the Samsung Recovery app, refer to Windows recovery feature.
  • Page 8 You can back up the factory default system or current system to an alternate internal drive or an external storage device. Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Recovery → Back up computer. Select a drive to save the backed up data and select Start backup.
  • Page 9 Software Update Backing up user data You can back up data files and folders. Turn on the computer and press the F4 key several times before the Samsung logo appears. Select Back up user data. Select the files or folders to back up and choose a storage device to save the data to and then select Next →...
  • Page 10 Connect the new drive to the computer with an external hard drive connector. Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Recovery. Select Create a factory state disk or Create a disk copy.

  • Page 11: Windows Recovery Feature

    Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → System → Recovery. Select Reset PC. Select Keep my files or Remove everything. After the system is recovered, select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Update to install the required Samsung apps. Q&A When experiencing problems with the computer, try these solutions.
  • Page 12 When recording protect mode is activated, the camera and microphone will not work. Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Settings → Security and privacy and select the Block camera and mic switch to set it Off.

  • Page 13: User Test

    This app provides the diagnostic features to help you to quickly test the hardware components of Samsung PCs and easily check hardware issues. Your PC must run the default OS which is provided by Samsung PC. • Images and features may differ depending on the model and the app version.
  • Page 14 User Test Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the test. Some parts of test run automatically but some parts require your interaction. • The test screen and its method may vary depending on the diagnostic items. • There may be a problem with the system if you force stop the test while the test •...

  • Page 15: Exploded View And Parts List

    Exploded View and Parts List Exploded View and Parts List Exploded View...

  • Page 16: Parts List

    Exploded View and Parts List Parts List Number Name B0001 Case Rear B0009 RUBBER-UP B0010 RUBBER-DOWN B2009 BRACKET POWER KEY I0009 BATTERY K9000 Display M0008 Sub PBA M3000 FAN-L M3004 FAN-R M3005 Heatsink M4004 Main to Sub Cable T0001 Case Front T0101 Touchpad T0103...

  • Page 17: Disassembly And Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Disassembly and Assembly Tools for Disassembly and Assembly When repairing computers, you absolutely must wear protective equipment for your safety. Tool & Part Code Image Description Prevents accidents during repair Safety Goggles (protective equipment) Safety Gloves (ESD Prevents accidents during repair safe, cut-resistant) (protective equipment)
  • Page 18 Disassembly and Assembly Tool & Part Code Image Description Tool for disassembling the Case rear and other parts For separable handle suction Suction Cup cups, be careful not to injure yourself as the handle can be parted during use. Tool for handling connectors, cables, and other parts Because it is possible to damage parts or components...

  • Page 19: Adhesives And Materials For Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Adhesives and Materials for Assembly The fasteners composition may vary depending on the repair parts, country, region, or carrier. Item Quantity Image Description Touchpad Film Jig for assembling the touchpad and Case front (total 3 ea) BA81-19474A Fixing tape for assembling the Touchpad...

  • Page 20: Case Rear Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Case Rear Remove Be sure to remove the Case rear while the computer is secured on a flat surface. • It is possible to damage parts or components when using sharp metal tools. • Using the opening tool, remove the 4 rubber feet on the Case rear. If you are going to use tweezers, use tweezers made out of plastic or rubber because it is possible to damage parts or components when using sharp metal tweezers.
  • Page 21 Disassembly and Assembly After attaching the suction cup on location number 1 of the Case rear, lift the suction cup upwards while separating the Case rear with the opening tool. For separable handle suction cups, be careful not to injure yourself as the handle can be parted during use.

  • Page 22: Battery Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Battery Remove Using the tweezers, lift up and remove the battery connector. Be careful not to damage the battery cables and the near components. • Be careful not to damage the battery connector when separating it with a sharp •...
  • Page 23 Disassembly and Assembly Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on the battery, lift up the battery, and then remove it. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.

  • Page 24: Main To Sub Cable Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Main to Sub Cable Remove Using the tweezers, open the lever of each connector and remove the Main to Sub cable. Be careful not to break the connector when removing it. After you finish disassembling, refer to Main to Sub Cable Assembly for how to reassemble.

  • Page 25: Wi-Fi Connector And Cable Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Wi-Fi Connector and Cable Remove Using the tweezers, hold the Wi-Fi cable connector head, pull over to 90°, and then remove the 2 Wi-Fi cables. (Main/Aux) Be careful not to damage the connector when removing it. • With the tweezers, hold the metal part of the antenna, not the cable, and lift it •...
  • Page 26 Disassembly and Assembly Using the opening tool, disconnect the fingerprint button connector and the speaker connectors. Be careful not to damage the connector when removing it. • Be careful not to damage the near components. • Fingerprint Button Speaker Speaker...
  • Page 27 Disassembly and Assembly Using the opening tool, open the lever of each connector and then remove all cables and FPCs connected to the main PBA and sub PBA using the tweezers. Be careful not to break the connector levers when opening up. •...
  • Page 28 Disassembly and Assembly Hold the insulator handle and lift up the display connector cable. Be careful not to damage the near components. After you finish disassembling, refer to Wi-Fi Connector and Cable Assembly how to reassemble.

  • Page 29: Fan Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Fan Remove Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 3 screws on the left side fan, lift it up, and then remove the left side fan. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.
  • Page 30 Disassembly and Assembly Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 3 screws on the right side fan, lift it up, and then remove the right side fan. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.

  • Page 31: Speaker Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Speaker Remove Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 2 screws on the left speaker. Lift up the left speaker and remove it. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.
  • Page 32 Disassembly and Assembly Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 2 screws on the right speaker. Lift up the right speaker and remove it. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.

  • Page 33: Main Pba And Sub Pba Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Main PBA and Sub PBA Remove Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 5 screws on the sub PBA and remove the sub PBA. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.
  • Page 34 Disassembly and Assembly Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 8 screws on the main PBA and remove the main PBA. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.

  • Page 35: Display Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Display Remove Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on the left and right hinges. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.
  • Page 36 Disassembly and Assembly Remove the display by lifting it from the Case front. Be careful not to damage the near components. After you finish disassembling, refer to Display Assembly for how to reassemble.

  • Page 37: Fingerprint Sensor Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Fingerprint Sensor Remove Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 3 screws on the fingerprint sensor bracket. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the computer during assembly.
  • Page 38 Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove the fingerprint sensor module from the Case front. After you finish disassembling, refer to Fingerprint Sensor Assembly for how to reassemble.

  • Page 39: Touchpad Remove

    Disassembly and Assembly Touchpad Remove Using the tweezers, remove the conductive tape from the touchpad. Set aside the conductive tape for later use during the assembly process. Using the tweezers, remove the yellow kapton tape. Set aside the yellow kapton tape for later use during the assembly process.
  • Page 40 Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, open the touchpad connector lever and disconnect the touchpad FFC cable from the connector. Using the tweezers, grasp the 2 tape heads and pull them out to remove the tapes. When removing the tape with tweezers, apply a steady force to prevent it from breaking in the middle.
  • Page 41 Disassembly and Assembly Remove the touchpad module by pushing the opposite side of the touchpad module by hand. After you finis disassembling, refer to Touchpad Assembly for how to reassemble.

  • Page 42: Touchpad Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Touchpad Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Film jig is required to assemble the touchpad. Prepare the touchpad film jig including 3 films.
  • Page 43 Disassembly and Assembly Prepare the touchpad adhesive tape. Remove the deformable paper of the touchpad adhesive tape and attach it on the touchpad. Attach the touchpad adhesive tape to the touchpad following this picture with the guide line. Skip this step if you replace the touchpad part. The tape is attached to the touchpad you ordered.
  • Page 44 Disassembly and Assembly Place the touchpad film jig on the top/left/right of the touchpad part of the Case front. The touchpad film jig is for making constant appropriate separation. Attach the tape to each touchpad film jig not to move.
  • Page 45 Disassembly and Assembly Attach the suction cup to the touchpad. Remove the deformable paper. (colored film)
  • Page 46 Disassembly and Assembly Place the touchpad to the Case front. Assemble the bracket on the bottom of the touchpad to the 2 hooks on the Case front. Attach the touchpad in alignment with the gaps in the up, down, left, and right •...
  • Page 47 Disassembly and Assembly Open the touchpad connector lever, insert the touchpad cable to the connector, and then close the lever. Attach the yellow kapton tape to the touchpad connector.
  • Page 48 Disassembly and Assembly Attach the conductive tape between the Case front and the touchpad. Remove the touchpad film jig and tape. (3 ea)
  • Page 49 Disassembly and Assembly Check the gaps (0.1-0.3 mm) in the up, down, left, and right directions. Press the touchpad and make sure the touchpad is attached well.

  • Page 50: Fingerprint Sensor Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Fingerprint Sensor Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Align the fingerprint sensor module on the Case front. Place the fingerprint sensor bracket over the fingerprint sensor module.
  • Page 51 Disassembly and Assembly Using a cross-head screwdriver, fasten the 3 screws on the fingerprint sensor bracket.

  • Page 52: Display Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Display Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Prepare the display part and open the left and right hinges to maximum angle.
  • Page 53 Disassembly and Assembly Place the display part to the Case front as shown in the picture below and then insert both hinges into the guide poles of the Case front. Using a cross-head screwdriver, fasten the 4 screws on both hinges. Left Right...
  • Page 54 Disassembly and Assembly Close the display completely.

  • Page 55: Main Pba Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Main PBA Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the main PBA to the Case front in accordance with the guide poles of the Case front.

  • Page 56: Sub Pba Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Sub PBA Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the sub PBA to the Case front in accordance with the guide poles of the Case front.
  • Page 57 Disassembly and Assembly Using a cross-head screwdriver, fasten the 5 screws on the sub PBA.

  • Page 58: Speaker Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Speaker Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the left speaker in the right location and fasten the 2 screws on the speaker using a cross-head screwdriver.
  • Page 59 Disassembly and Assembly Place the right speaker in the right location and fasten the 2 screws on the speaker using a cross-head screwdriver. Check if the speaker is located in the correct area.

  • Page 60: Fan Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Fan Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the fans on both the left and right sides to the Case front and fasten the 6 screws on both fans with a cross-head screwdriver.

  • Page 61: Wi-Fi Connector And Cable Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Wi-Fi Connector and Cable Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Hold the insulator handle of the display connector cable and push it to the display connector.
  • Page 62 Disassembly and Assembly Open the lever of each connector, insert each cable into its connector, and then close the lever. Make sure the connector lever and connector guide lines are arranged • horizontally so that each cable is properly positioned. The guide line of each cable should be located to the edge of its connector lever •...
  • Page 63 Disassembly and Assembly Connect the fingerprint button and speaker connectors. Fingerprint Button Speaker Speaker...
  • Page 64 Disassembly and Assembly Assemble the Main (Black) antenna cable according to the routing path of the antenna guide clips. Main (Black) antenna cable should be routed to the downside of the fan first. Assemble the Aux (White) antenna cable according to the routing path of the antenna guide clips.
  • Page 65 Disassembly and Assembly Assemble the antenna connector cable (Main/Aux) to each connector following the cable color and the routing path of the guide clips. Be careful not to damage the antenna head. • Make sure that the connection is completed after pressing the head of the •...

  • Page 66: Main To Sub Cable Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Main to Sub Cable Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Using the tweezers, open the connector levers of the main PBA and sub PBA. Assemble the Main to Sub cable and close the connector levers.

  • Page 67: Battery Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Battery Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the battery on the Case front and fasten the 4 screws on the battery with a cross-head screwdriver.

  • Page 68: Case Rear Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly Case Rear Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Align the Case rear with the Case front and hook the Case rear by pressing it according to the hooking directions.
  • Page 69 Disassembly and Assembly Align the 4 rubber feet with the Case rear holes and press them to assemble them. Be sure to distinguish the types of rubber feet while assembling. There are 2 different types of rubber feet between top and bottom side and it should be assembled in accordance with the right type.
  • Page 70 This guide is a property of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Any unauthorized use of guide can be punished under applicable international and/or domestic law. © Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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