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Preface Notebook Computer 8880/888E Series Service Manual...
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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.
Preface About this Manual 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 notebook PC. The following information is included: Chapter 1, Introduction, provides general information about the location of system elements and their specifications.
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.
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Preface Removing the Fan Module ................2-25 Removing the Cardbus Modules ............... 2-26 Removing the Floppy Disk Drive Assembly ............ 2-27 Removing the TouchPad Module ..............2-28 Removing the Inverter Board ................2-29 Removing the LCD ................... 2-30 Part Lists for 888E ..........A-1 Part List Illustration Location ................
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Preface Top (8880) ......................B-3 Bottom (8880) .....................B-4 LCD 15" (8880) ....................B-5 LCD 15.7" (8880) ....................B-6 Battery (8880) .....................B-7 Center Cover (8880) ....................B-8 Center Cover Finger (8880) ................B-9 CD-ROM Drive (8880) ..................B-10 CD-RW Drive (8880) ..................B-11 Combo Drive (8880) ..................B-12 DVD-ROM Drive (8880) ..................B-13 Audio DJ (8880) ....................B-14 Floppy Disk Drive (8880) .................B-15 First Hard Disk Drive (8880) ................B-16...
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Preface Mobility M9 - P Mem A/B ................C-13 VGA DDR DRAM Channel A ................. C-14 VGA DDR DRAM Termination ............... C-15 VGA DDR DRAM Channel B ................C-16 Moblility M9-P Power ..................C-17 TV CRT & LVDS ..................... C-18 ICH3 1 of 2 ......................
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Preface 3VH8 VDD1.8 ....................C-45 Schematic Diagrams For 8880 ......D-1 System Block Diagram ..................D-2 CPU (Northwood) 1 of 2..................D-3 CPU (Northwood) 2 of 2..................D-4 CPU Decoupling ....................D-5 MCH (Host, AGP, Hub)..................D-6 MCH (Voltage, PLL, VSS) ................. D-7 MCH (DDR)......................
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Preface I/O Connector....................D-31 KBC H8......................D-32 Mini PCI/MDC....................D-33 PCI 1520......................D-34 PCMCIA Connector..................D-35 1394 TSB43AB21 ..................... D-36 LAN RTL8100B ....................D-37 LED Indicator....................D-38 Power Plane....................... D-39 TV Tuner / Fingerchip ..................D-40 W83518D Media Reader................... D-41 System Power 1 SCH ..................
Introduction 1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the 8880/888E series notebook computer. Informa- tion about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual. Information about drivers (e.g.
Introduction System Specifications The differences between the 8880 and 888E notebook computer series are as follows: Model Differences You may identify if the computer is an 8880 or Feature 8880 Series 888E Series 888E from the video card. After you have in- Video Card ATI Radeon7500 ATI Radeon 9000...
Introduction Storage • One fixed FDD 9.5/12.7mm Jumper Settings for • One changeable 2.5" 9.5mm primary HDD Multiple Hard Disk • Changeable primary drive (Bay One) for one of the following: DVD-ROM (12.7mmH) 8X If you are using more CD-ROM (12.7mmH) 24X than one hard disk in CD-RW (12.7mmH) 8X/ 4X/ 24X your computer, make...
Introduction Interface • Built-in TouchPad (PS/2) • Four USB ports USB 2.0 ports for 888E (USB 1.1 compatible) USB 1.1 ports for 8880 • One IEEE 1394 port • One S-Video-Out jack for TV output • One S-Video-In jack ( The S-Video in jack will only be available if you have the Optional TV Tuner installed.) •...
Introduction Power Management • Supports ACPI v1.0B • Supports APM v1.2 • Soft Off by system power button • Supports suspend to disk • Battery low suspend • Resume from alarm • Close-cover switch Power • Full Range 120 watts AC adapter - AC in 100~240V, 47~63Hz •...
Introduction External Locator - Right Side & Rear Views Figure 1 - 4 Right Side View 1. MP3 Player (Optional) 2. MP3 Player SD/ Software Installation Warning MMC Slot Make sure the MP3 player is not in 3. MP3 Player the slot when installing operating Release Switch systems, and any of the drivers...
Introduction External Locator - Bottom View Figure 1 - 6 Bottom View 1. Vent/Fan Outlets 2. CPU Cover 3. Battery (the primary HDD is located under the battery) 4. Primary Hard Disk 5. Changeable Drive Bay 3 (for TV Tuner or HDD) 6.
Disassembly 2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling parts and subsystems. When it comes to reassembly, reverse the procedures (unless otherwise indicated). Component Parts We suggest you completely review any procedure before you take the computer apart. Procedures such as upgrading/replacing the RAM, CD device and hard disk are included in the User’s Manual but are repeated here for your convenience.
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 Keyboard: To remove the Battery: 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 6 1.
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Disassembly 4. Remove the primary HDD page 2 - 9 To remove the Fan Module: 5. Remove the HDD in Bay Two page 2 - 10 1. Remove the battery page 2 - 6 6. Remove the HDD in Bay Three page 2 - 11 2.
Disassembly Removing the Battery Figure 2 - 1 Battery Removal 1. Turn the computer OFF and turn it over. Sequence 2. Remove screws in Figure 2 - 1a. 3. Apply gentle pressure at point to push the battery up and out of the computer. a.
Disassembly Removing the Primary Drive Bay (Bay One) CD Device Figure 2 - 2 Primary Drive (Bay 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. One) CD Device 2. Remove screws in (Figure 2 - 2a), then lift the cover off the changeable drive bay and set it aside.
Disassembly Removing the Modular Drive Bay (Bay Two) Device Figure 2 - 3 Modular Drive (Bay 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. Two) Device 2. Remove screws in (Figure 2 - 3a), then lift the cover off the changeable drive bay and set it aside.
Disassembly Removing the Primary Hard Disk Figure 2 - 4 Primary Hard Disk 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. Removal 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 4a) and release the HDD connector cable Sequence 3.
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive in Bay Two Figure 2 - 5 Bay Two HDD 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. Removal 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 5a), then lift the cover off the changeable drive bay and set it aside.
Disassembly Removing the Hard Disk Drive in Bay Three Figure 2 - 6 Bay Three HDD 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. Removal 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 6a), then lift the cover off the changeable drive bay and set it aside.
Disassembly Removing the TV Tuner Module Figure 2 - 7 TV Tuner Module 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. Removal 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 7a), then lift the cover off the changeable drive bay and set it aside.
Disassembly Removing the Keyboard Figure 2 - 8 Keyboard Removal 1. Turn the computer OFF and remove the battery (page 2 - Sequence 2. Press the two keyboard latches at the top of the keyboard to elevate the keyboard from its normal position (you may need to use a small screwdriver to do this).
Disassembly Removing the System Memory Figure 2 - 9 Memory Removal 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and keyboard (page 2 - 13). Sequence 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 9a) from the shielding plate (Figure 2 - 9b), and lift the plate up off the com- puter.
Disassembly Removing the CPU Figure 2 - 10 Processor 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and turn it over. Removal 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 10a), and lift the cover (Figure 2 - 10c) up off the computer (it may be nec- Sequence essary to lift up the cover sticker (Figure 2 - 10b) in order to reveal the heat sink caution label).
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Disassembly 4. Remove screws & (Figure 2 - 12a) from the CPU bracket, then lift the bracket off the CPU (Figure 2 - Figure 2 - 12 12b). Processor 5. Fully raise latch in the direction indicated in Figure 2 - 12c to unlock the CPU. Removal 6.
Disassembly Removing the Wireless LAN Module Figure 2 - 13 WLAN Removal 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and keyboard (page 2 - 13). Sequence 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 13a) from the shielding plate (Figure 2 - 13b), and lift the plate up off the computer.
Disassembly Removing the Bottom Case Assembly Figure 2 - 15 Bottom Case 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6), and all applicable devices listed in the previous pages Assembly (from page 2 - 7 page 2 - 18,).
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Disassembly 3. Turn the computer back over and disconnect cables (Figure 2 - 16a), and remove screw Figure 2 - 16 4. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 16b) from the rear of the computer. Bottom Case 5. Carefully ease the top case assembly (Figure 2 - 16c) off the bottom case assembly Assembly Removal...
Disassembly Removing the Fan Module Figure 2 - 21 Fan Module 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6), the bottom case assembly (page 2 - 19) and the mainboard Removal (page 2 - 24). Sequence 2.
Disassembly Removing the Floppy Disk Drive Assembly Figure 2 - 23 Floppy Disk Drive 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and the bottom case assembly (page 2 - 19). Assembly 2. Remove screws (Figure 2 - 23a) on the floppy disk drive assembly (located under the top casse assem- Removal bly).
Disassembly Removing the Inverter Board Figure 2 - 25 Inverter Board 1. Turn the computer OFF, remove the battery (page 2 - 6) and the bottom case assembly (page 2 - 19). Removal 2. Remove any rubber covers and screws (Figure 2 - 25a), then run your finger around the middle of the frame Sequence to carefully unsnap the LCD front panel module...
Part Lists Appendix A:Part Lists for 888E This appendix breaks down the 888E model notebook’s construction into a series of illustrations. 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 A- 1 Part List Illustration Part 888E Part 888E Location page A - 3 page A - 13 Combo Drive page A - 4 page A - 14 Bottom DVD-ROM Drive...
Part Lists Appendix B:Part Lists for 8880 This appendix breaks down the 8880 model notebook’s construction into a series of illustrations. 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 B - 1 Part List Illustration Part 8880 Part 8880 Location page B- 3 page B- 13 DVD-ROM Drive page B- 4 page B- 14 Bottom Audio DJ...
Schematic Diagrams Appendix C:Schematic Diagrams for 888E This appendix has circuit diagrams of the 888E notebook computer’s PCBs. Diagram - Page Diagram - Page Diagram - Page System Block Diagram - Page C - 2 Moblility M9-P Power - Page C - 17 Mini PCI/MDC - Page C - 32 CPU (Northwood) 1 of 2 - Page C - 3 TV CRT &...
Schematic Diagrams CPU Decoupling CLOSE TO SO DIMM Put the cap on the North side of the processor BACK SIDE CPU DECOUPING VCORE C389 C391 C394 C400 C405 C411 C417 C419 C421 C372 C371 C370 C369 C368 CP10 VCORE 10U(1206) 10U(1206) 10U(1206) 10U(1206)
Schematic Diagrams MCH (Voltage, PLL, VSS) R244 49.9_1% MCH_GTLREF VCORE U36C C999 Use 20mils trace,7mils space Voltage C1000 Place RES C1001 C1002 C309 C288 4.7U(1206) CAP should be placed near MCH 2.5V_DDR R245 4.7U(1206) Reference divider near VCC1.5S 0.1U 0.1U 1U(0805) 0.01U 100_1%...
Schematic Diagrams Mobility M9 - P Mem A/B [16] VDDC1.8 [3,6,7,8,41] 1.25V VDD_MEM_IO [13,15] VREF OPTIONAL SERIES OPTIONAL SERIES TERMINATION MEMORY CHANNEL A TERMINATION MEMORY CHANNEL B FOR MEMORY FOR MEMORY ADDR & CNTRL ADDR & CNTRL INSTALL INSTALL RESISTORS RESISTORS CLOSER TO CLOSER TO...
Schematic Diagrams USB 2.0 VIA TECHNOLOGIES ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ERRORS IN DRAWING THESE SCHEMATICS. THESE SCHEMATICS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. COPYRIGHT 2001 VIA TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED. AVCC3 USBVCC3S USBVCC2.5 AD[0..31] [18,31,32,34,35,38] AD[0..31] AD31 AD31 AD30 AD30 AD29...
Schematic Diagrams LAN RTL8100B VCTRL VCTRL SYS3V LANVDD3 LANVDD3 LANVDD3 LANVCC2.5 F01J2E 2SB1198K VCC3 C916 C915 C932 0.1U 0.1U 0.1U 0.1U 0.1U F01J2E BK2125HS121 *For RTL8100C application, all bead must be rated C933 300mA/100ohm@100Mhz 10U(1206) 10U(1206) 0.1U The maximum voltage drop when on should be less than 0.3V 10U(1206) 0.1U DE-COUPLE CAPS PLEASE CLOSE CHIP POWER PIN...
Schematic Diagrams Appendix D:Schematic Diagrams For 8880 This appendix has circuit diagrams of the 8880 notebook computer’s PCBs. Diagram - Page Diagram - Page Diagram - Page System Block Diagram - Page D - 2 VGA DDR DRAM Channel B Termination - Page D - 17 KBC H8 - Page D - 32 CPU (Northwood) 1 of 2 - Page D - 3 Moblility M7-P Power - Page D - 18...
Schematic Diagrams CPU Decoupling CLOSE TO SO DIMM Put the cap on the North side of the processor BACK SIDE CPU DECOUPING VCORE C389 C391 C394 C400 C405 C411 C417 C419 C421 C372 C371 C370 C369 C368 CP10 VCORE 10U(1206) 10U(1206) 10U(1206) 10U(1206)
Schematic Diagrams MCH (Voltage, PLL, VSS) R244 49.9_1% MCH_GTLREF VCORE U36C C999 Use 20mils trace,7mils space Voltage C1000 Place RES C1001 C1002 C309 C288 4.7U(1206) CAP should be placed near MCH 2.5V_DDR R245 4.7U(1206) Reference divider near VCC1.5S 0.1U 0.1U 1U(0805) 0.01U 100_1%...
Schematic Diagrams LAN RTL8100B VCTRL VCTRL SYS3V LANVDD3 LANVDD3 LANVDD3 LANVCC2.5 F01J2E 2SB1198K VCC3 C916 C915 C932 0.1U 0.1U 0.1U 0.1U 0.1U F01J2E BK2125HS121 *For RTL8100C application, all bead must be rated C933 300mA/100ohm@100Mhz 10U(1206) 10U(1206) 0.1U The maximum voltage drop when on should be less than 0.3V 10U(1206) 0.1U DE-COUPLE CAPS PLEASE CLOSE CHIP POWER PIN...
• Use the flash tools to update the flash BIOS. • Restart the computer booting from the HDD. 1. Using your web browser go to www.clevo.com.tw 2. Choose Download from the menu bar at the top of the page. 3. In the Driver section select the model of your computer (8880 Series OR 888E series) and the driver type (BIOS).
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& video drivers. (If you are unsure which driver versions you have, download the latest versions from the website www.clevo.com.tw.) Once you have enabled Hyper-Threading, DO NOT disable the option or the computer may not startup (returning to the BIOS and enabling the option will correct this in case of accidental disabling of the option).