Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Identifying components Where screw measurements are shown, the first number indicates screw head width, and the second number indicates screw length. Use this chart to identify the main components of your notebook. LCD panel latch...
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge sensitive components in your notebook. Prevent ESD damage by following ESD guidelines every time you open your notebook case.
Make sure the CD or DVD drive and the diskette drive are empty. Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. Turn off your notebook and unplug the power cable (if attached). Turn over your notebook and remove the battery. www.gateway.com...
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Replacing the hard drive kit Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 driver Screws removed during this task: 2 black 2.5 × 5 mm (hard drive) To replace the hard drive kit: Disconnect the power cord, remove the battery, and prepare your notebook by following the instructions in “Preparing your notebook”...
Page 11
Replacing the hard drive kit Remove the two black screws that secure the hard drive kit to your notebook. Black screws Slide the hard drive kit out of your notebook. Insert the new hard drive kit and replace the two screws. www.gateway.com...
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive kit Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 driver Screws removed during this task: 2 black 2.5 × 5 mm 4 chrome 3 × 3.5 mm...
Page 13
Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive kit Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive kit bracket. Chrome screw Chrome screw Bracket Chrome screw Chrome screw Remove the old drive from the bracket. www.gateway.com...
Page 14
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Insert the new drive into the bracket so that the screw holes line up. Replace the four screws that secure the bracket to the drive. Insert the hard drive kit into your notebook and replace the two screws that secure the kit to your notebook.
To add or replace memory modules: Disconnect the power cord, remove the battery, and prepare your notebook by following the instructions in “Preparing your notebook” on page 5. Turn your notebook over so that the bottom is facing up. www.gateway.com...
Page 16
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Loosen the captive screw that secures the memory cover. (The screw cannot be removed.) Captive screw Tilt the screw side of the cover upward, then slide the cover out. www.gateway.com...
Page 17
Adding or replacing memory modules To remove a module, press outward on the clips at both ends of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Pull the memory module out of the slot. www.gateway.com...
Page 18
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot. This module is keyed so that it can only be inserted in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay.
2 black 2.5 × 4 mm (modem) To replace the modem: Disconnect the power cord, remove the battery, and prepare your notebook by following the instructions in “Preparing your notebook” on page 5. Turn your notebook over so that the bottom is facing up. www.gateway.com...
Page 20
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Loosen the captive screw that secures the modem cover. (The screw cannot be removed.) Captive screw Tilt the screw side of the cover upward, then slide the cover out. www.gateway.com...
Page 21
Replacing the modem Remove the two screws that secure the modem to your notebook. Black screws Use a scribe or small flat-blade screwdriver to lift the modem out of your notebook. www.gateway.com...
Page 22
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Carefully disconnect the modem cable from the modem. Connect the modem cable to the new modem, then align the modem’s screw holes with the holes on your notebook and press the modem into place.
Ins and Del keys, then carefully pry the cover up. Important To prevent damage to your notebook while using a screwdriver, insert a piece of cloth between the screwdriver, the keyboard, and your notebook case. www.gateway.com...
Page 24
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Lift the right end of the cover, then slide the cover off to your right. Slide the left edge of the new cover into the left side of your notebook above the keyboard.
“Preparing your notebook” on page 5. Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in “Replacing the keyboard cover” on page 19. Open the LCD panel all the way, so that it lies flat on the table. www.gateway.com...
Page 26
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Remove the two black screws on the left hinge cover and the single chrome screw on the right hinge cover. Black screws Chrome screw www.gateway.com...
Page 27
Insert a small screwdriver or non-marring tool underneath the hinge covers. While removing the left hinge cover, make sure you pry near the hinge, not near the screw holes. Pry the hinge covers up. Snap the new covers into place over the hinges, then replace the screws. www.gateway.com...
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Replacing the LCD panel assembly Tools you need to complete this task: Phillips #0 driver Scribe or non-marring tool Screws removed during this task: 2 black 2.5 × 5 mm (left hinge cover) 1 chrome 2.5 ×...
Page 29
Replacing the LCD panel assembly Remove the screw on the LCD cable plug. Chrome screw Use a scribe or small, flat-blade screwdriver to carefully unplug the LCD cable. www.gateway.com...
Page 30
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Remove the four chrome hinge screws (two on each hinge). The LCD panel is now completely detached from your notebook. Chrome screws Chrome screws Place the new LCD panel assembly onto your notebook, then replace the four hinge screws.
“Preparing your notebook” on page 5. Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in “Replacing the keyboard cover” on page 19. Remove the hinge covers by following the instructions in “Replacing the hinge covers” on page 21. www.gateway.com...
Page 32
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Remove the LCD panel assembly from your notebook by following the instructions in “Replacing the LCD panel assembly” on page 24. Move your notebook to the side and place the LCD panel assembly directly in front of you on the table.
Page 33
Replacing the LCD lid latch Insert a scribe or other non-marring tool behind the face plate, then carefully pry up the face plate until it completely detaches from the rest of the LCD panel assembly. www.gateway.com...
Page 34
Replacing components in your Gateway Solo 1450 Use a pair of needle-nose pliers to pinch the two tabs that hold the latch together, then pull the latch and spring assembly away from the panel. Important The LCD latch assembly contains small parts and a strong spring.
Page 35
Replace the LCD face plate by lining up the edges and pressing it into place. Replace the six screws that secure the LCD face plate. Replace the two rounded pads near the hinges, then replace the four flat pads near the top of the panel. Reassemble your notebook. www.gateway.com...