Acer TravelMate 6493 Series Installation instructions

TravelMate 6493 Series
Disassembly Instruction
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Machine Disassembly and Replacement
This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for
maintenance and troubleshooting.
Disassembly Requirements
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
•Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
•Flat screwdriver
•Philips screwdriver
•Plastic flat screwdriver
•Plastic tweezers
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the
screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
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General Information
Pre-disassembly Instructions
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:
1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.
2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system.
3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.
4. Remove the battery pack.
Disassembly Process
The disassembly process is divided into the following stages:
•External module disassembly
•Main unit disassembly
•LCD module disassembly
The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence.
Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. For example, if you
want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly
frame in that order.
Main Screw List

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External Module Disassembly Process
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you
on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main
board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Screw List
Disconnect power
and signal cables
from system
Remove
Battery
Turn off system
and peripherals
power
Remove
DIMMs
Remove
3G Card
Remove
HDD
Remove
ODD
Remove
Lower Covers
Remove
Dummy Cards

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Removing the Battery Pack
1. Turn computer over.
2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position.
3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main
unit (2).
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NOTE: Battery has been highlighted with the red circle as above image shows. Please detach the
battery and follow local regulations for disposal.

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Removing the SD dummy card
1. Push the SD dummy card in to eject it.
2. Grasp the card and pull it out from the slot.

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Removing the NewCard Dummy card
1. Push the NewCard eject button to eject it, then push it all the way in to eject the NewCard dummy.
2. Pull it out from the slot.

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Removing the Lower Covers
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack”
2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” .
3. See “Removing the NewCard Dummy card”
4. Loosen the five captive screws in the Memory, HDD, and 3G bays as shown.
5. Carefully open the memory cover.
6. Remove the HDD cover as shown.
HDD
Cover
Memory
Cover
3G
Cover

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7. Remove the 3G cover as shown.

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Removing the DIMM Modules
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” .
2. Remove the Memory Module cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” .
3. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module.
4. Remove the DIMM module.
5. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module.

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Removing the 3G Module
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack”
2. Remove the 3G cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” .
3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the 3G board.
4. Move the antenna cables away and remove the two screws to release the 3G board.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
3G Module M2*3 2

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5. Detach the 3G board from the 3G socket.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” .
2. Remove the HDD cover, See “Removing the Lower Covers”
3. Use the mylar tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove.
NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.

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4. Remove the HDD holder by easing the sides outward to clear the carrier.
5. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier.
6. Remove the HDD from the carrier.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
HDD Carrier M3*3 4

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Removing the Optical Drive Module
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack”.
2. Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers”.
3. Push the ODD release latch to eject the ODD module.
4. Pull the ODD module through the chassis to remove it from the main unit.

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5. Remove the four screws securing the ODD bracket and remove it from the ODD module.
6. Remove the ODD board from the ODD module by disconnecting the interface as shown.
7. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
ODD Bracket
(red callout) M2*5 2
ODD Bracket
(green callout) M2*3 2

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8. Press down on the locking catch to release the ODD cover and remove.

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Main Unit Disassembly Process
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
Screw List
Remove External
Modules before
proceeding
Remove
Thermal Module
Remove
TouchPad
Bracket
Remove
Mainboard
Remove
Card Reader
Remove
Speaker Module
Remove
Switch Cover
Remove
Keyboard
Remove
Modem Module
Remove
CPU
Remove
LCD Module
Remove
3G Antenna
Remove
CPU Fan
Remove
eKey Board
Remove
Power Board
Remove
WLAN Board
Remove
WLAN Antenna
Remove
Finger Print
Reader
Remove
Bluetooth Module
Remove
USB Board
Remove
Upper
Case
Remove
Lower
Case

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Removing the Switch Cover
CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is
recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover.
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack”
2. Locate and remove the two securing screws as shown.
3. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module fully to expose the Switch Cover.
IMPORTANT:The LCD module must be fully open in the horizontal position to remove the switch cover.
4. Lift the Switch Cover as shown, rightside first.
5. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Switch Cover M2*3 2

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Removing the Keyboard
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack”
2. See “Removing the Switch Cover”
3. Turn the computer over. Remove the single securing screw as shown.
4. Turn the computer over. Remove the two screws securing the keyboard to the upper case.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Keyboard M2*10 1
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Keyboard M2*3 2

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5. Lift the keyboard and turn it over to expose the FFC cables.
6. Release the keyboard FFC securing latch and disconnect the cable.
7. Release the Fine Track keyboard mouse FFC securing latch and disconnect the cable.
8. Remove the keyboard from the chassis.