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PRESTIGIO NOBILE 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL...
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Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 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.
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 Prestigio Nobile 158W notebook PC.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 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.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W 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.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 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. Take care when using peripheral devices. Use only approved brands of Unplug the power cord before peripherals.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W 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.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 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-...
1: Introduction Overview This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade Prestigio Nobile 158W notebook computer. In- formation about operating the computer (e.g. getting started, and the Setup utility) is in the User’s Manual. Information about drivers (e.g. VGA & audio) is also found in User’s Manual. That manual is shipped with the computer.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open Figure 1 Top View 1. Optional Built-In PC Camera 2. LCD 3. LED Power & Communication Indicators 4. Speakers 5. Close Cover Switch 6. LED Status Indicators 7.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W External Locator - Front & Left Side Views Figure 2 Front View 1. LCD Latches 2. Mini-IEEE 1394 Port 3. 4-in-1 Card Reader 4 5 6 4. S/P DIF Out Port 5. Microphone-In Jack 6.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL External Locator - Right Side & Rear Views Figure 4 Right Side View 1. USB 2.0/1.1 Port 2. Serial Port 3. Optical Device 4. DC-In Jack Figure 5 Rear View 1. Security Lock Slot...
2: Disassembly Overview This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the Nobile 158W notebook’s parts and sub- systems. When it comes to reassembly, reverse the procedures (unless otherwise indicated). We suggest you completely review any procedure before you take the computer apart.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W 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: •...
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 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.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W 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 Battery: To remove the Processor: 1.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Battery 1. Turn the computer off, and turn it over. 2. Locate the battery bay at point (Figure 1a). Figure 1 3. Slide the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (towards the unlock symbol...
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W Removing the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives Figure 2 with a height of 9.5mm (h). Follow your operating system’s installation instructions, and install all necessary drivers and HDD Assembly utilities (as outlined in Chapter 4 of the User’s Manual) when setting up a new hard disk.
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Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 4. Slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Figure 3 5. Carefully lift the hard disk assembly up out off the computer. HDD Assembly 6. Remove screws in order to separate the cover...
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W Removing the Modem Figure 4 Modem Removal 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and the HDD bay cover (page 2 - 2. Remove screws Figure 4a carefully separate the modem from the connector and disconnect cables a.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Wireless LAN Figure 5 Wireless LAN 1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (page 2 - 5) and the HDD bay cover (page 2 - Removal 2. Carefully disconnect cable , then gently pull the two release latches ( ) on the sides of the module socket.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W Removing the System Memory (RAM) Figure 6 The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting Removing/ DDR 266/333MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 2GB. The SO-DIMM modules supported are 128MB, Installing a RAM 256MB, 512MB and 1024MB.
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Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL 6. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary. 7. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot. 8. 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.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W Removing the Optical (CD/DVD) Device 1. Turn off the computer, and remove the battery (page 2 - Figure 7 2. Remove screw at point (Figure 7a) and carefully lift up the optical device screw cover (Figure 7b).
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Processor Figure 8 1. Turn off the computer, and remove the battery (page 2 - Processor Removal 2. Remove screws from the CPU cover 3. Carefully lift up the CPU cover off the computer.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W 6. Turn the release latch towards the unlock symbol , to release the CPU (Figure 9a). 7. Carefully (it may be hot) lift the CPU up out of the socket (Figure 9b). 8. Reverse the process to install a new CPU.
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Removing the Keyboard 1. Turn off the computer, and remove the battery (page 2 - 2. Press the three keyboard latches at the top of the keyboard to elevate the keyboard from its normal position (you Figure 10 may need to use a small screwdriver to do this).
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TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Appendix A:Part Lists This appendix breaks down the Nobile 158W notebook’s construction into a series of illustrations. The com- ponent 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.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Prestigio Nobile 158W Part List Illustration Location The following table indicates where to find the appropriate part list illustration. Table 1 - 1 Part List Illustration Model A Model B Part Location page A - 3 page A - 11...
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL Appendix B:Schematic Diagrams This appendix has circuit diagrams of the Nobile 158W notebook’s PCB’s. The following table indicates where to find the appropriate schematic diagram. Table 1 Diagram - Page Diagram - Page Diagram - Page...
Prestigio Nobile 158W TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL M11 AGP/PCI/Power VGA_CORE +3VS UB4F UB4A DIODE SUPPLIES POWER VDDC GPIO0 AGP_AD0 L_0805(159) TO VDDC RAIL Part 6 of 7 GPIO0 WHEN VDDC IS OFF AND +3.3V IS ON VDDC RP73 GPIO1 Part 1 of 7...
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