Identifying Components; Preparing Your Work Space - Gateway Convertible Service Manual

Identifying components

Use this chart to identify the main components of the convertible notebook. For a complete list
of replaceable parts, see

Preparing your work space

Before performing maintenance on the convertible notebook, make sure that your work space and
the convertible notebook are correctly prepared.
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Cooling assembly
(see page 11)
Processor
(see page 14)
Palm rest assembly
(see page 50)
System board
(see page 58)
Wear a grounding (ESD) wrist strap, and use a grounded or dissipative work mat.
Use a stable and strong table, and make sure that the table top is large enough to hold each
component as you remove it.
Use bright lighting to make part identification easier.
Keep your work surface free from clutter and dust that may damage components.
Use a magnetized screwdriver for removing screws.
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LCD panel assembly
(see page 40)
Keyboard cover
(see page 27)
Keyboard
28)
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