Clevo E4120 User manual

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Notebook Computer

E4120 / E4121-C / E4125-C / E4121D-C

Service Manual

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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-

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Version 1.0

March 2010

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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 E4120 /

E4121-C / E4125-C / E4121D-C series notebook PC.

The following information is included:

Chapter 1, Introduction, provides general information about the location of system elements and their specifications.

Chapter 2, Disassembly, provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling parts and subsystems and how to upgrade

elements of the system.

Appendix A, Part Lists

Appendix B, Schematic Diagrams

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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.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of elec-

trical shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit with an AC Input of 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC Output

of 19V, 3.42A OR 18.5V, 3.5A (65 Watts) minimum AC/DC Adapter.

CAUTION

Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY NO. 26 AWG OR LARGER,

TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD

This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating element. This

is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.

3. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save

your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.

Do not expose the computer

to any shock or vibration. Do not place it on an unstable

surface. Do not place anything heavy

on the computer.

Do not expose it to excessive

heat or direct sunlight. Do not leave it in a place

where foreign matter or mois-

ture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the com-

puter in a humid environment. Do not place the computer on

any surface which will block

the vents.

Do not turn off the power

until you properly shut down

all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral

devices when the computer is

on.

Do not disassemble the com-

puter by yourself. Perform routine maintenance

on your computer.

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4. 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.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are

unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third prong is an important safety feature; do

not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies.

Use only approved brands of

peripherals. Unplug the power cord before

attaching peripheral devices.

Do not plug in the power

cord if you are wet. Do not use the power cord if

it is broken. Do not place heavy objects

on the power cord.

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Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake

any upgrade proce-

dures, make sure that

you have turned off the

power, and discon-

nected all peripherals

and cables (including

telephone lines). It is

advisable to also re-

move your battery in

order to prevent acci-

dentally turning the

machine on.

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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.

• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service

personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteries may explode

or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

Battery Guidelines

The following can also apply to any backup batteries you may have.

• If you do not use the battery for an extended period, then remove the battery from the computer for storage.

• Before removing the battery for storage charge it to 60% - 70%.

• Check stored batteries at least every 3 months and charge them to 60% - 70%.

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Battery Disposal

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under var-

ious state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste

officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Battery Level

Click the battery icon in the taskbar to see the current battery level and charge status. A battery that drops below a level of 10%

will not allow the computer to boot up. Make sure that any battery that drops below 10% is recharged within one week.

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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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Contents

Introduction ..............................................1-1

Overview .........................................................................................1-1

System Specifications .....................................................................1-2

External Locator - Top View with LCD Panel Open ......................1-4

External Locator - Front & Right side Views .................................1-5

External Locator - Left Side & Rear View .....................................1-6

External Locator - Bottom View .....................................................1-7

Mainboard Overview - Top (Key Parts) .........................................1-8

Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Key Parts) ....................................1-9

Mainboard Overview - Top (Connectors) .....................................1-10

Mainboard Overview - Bottom (Connectors) ...............................1-11

Disassembly ...............................................2-1

Overview .........................................................................................2-1

Maintenance Tools ..........................................................................2-2

Connections .....................................................................................2-2

Maintenance Precautions .................................................................2-3

Disassembly Steps ...........................................................................2-4

Removing the Battery ......................................................................2-5

Removing the Hard Disk Drive .......................................................2-6

Removing the Optical (CD/DVD) Device ......................................2-8

Removing the System Memory (RAM) ..........................................2-9

Removing and Installing the Processor .........................................2-11

Removing the Wireless LAN Module ...........................................2-14

Removing the 3.75G Module ........................................................2-15

Removing the Modem ...................................................................2-16

Removing the Bluetooth Module ..................................................2-17

Removing the LCD Back Cover (for E4121D-C only) .................2-18

Removing the LCD Front Cover ...................................................2-20

Removing the Keyboard ................................................................2-21

Part Lists ..................................................A-1

Part List Illustration Location ........................................................ A-2

Top (E4120 / E4121-C / E4121D-C) ............................................. A-3

Top (E4125) ................................................................................... A-4

Bottom ........................................................................................... A-5

LCD (E4120 / E4121-C) ................................................................ A-6

LCD (E4125) ................................................................................. A-7

LCD (E4121D-C) .......................................................................... A-8

HDD ............................................................................................... A-9

Blu-Ray Combo ........................................................................... A-10

DVD-Super Multi Drive .............................................................. A-11

Schematic Diagrams.................................B-1

System Block Diagram ...................................................................B-2

Clock Generator ..............................................................................B-3

Processor 1/7 ...................................................................................B-4

Processor 2/7 ...................................................................................B-5

Processor 3/7 ...................................................................................B-6

Processor 4/7 ...................................................................................B-7

Processor 5/7 ...................................................................................B-8

Processor 6/7 ...................................................................................B-9

Processor 7/7 .................................................................................B-10

DDRIII SO-DIMM_0 ...................................................................B-11

DDRIII SO-DIMM_1 ...................................................................B-12

LVDS, Inverter .............................................................................B-13

HDMI, CRT ..................................................................................B-14

IBEXPEAK - M 1/9 ......................................................................B-15

IBEXPEAK - M 2/9 ......................................................................B-16

IBEXPEAK - M 3/9 ......................................................................B-17

IBEXPEAK - M 4/9 ......................................................................B-18

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IBEXPEAK - M 5/9 .....................................................................B-19

IBEXPEAK - M 6/9 .....................................................................B-20

IBEXPEAK - M 7/9 .....................................................................B-21

IBEXPEAK - M 8/9 .....................................................................B-22

IBEXPEAK - M 9/9 .....................................................................B-23

New Card, Mini PCIE ..................................................................B-24

CCD, 3G, TPM .............................................................................B-25

Card Reader, LAN (JMB251) ......................................................B-26

LAN (JMC251), SATA HDD, ODD ...........................................B-27

Audio Codec VIA 1812 ................................................................B-28

KBC-ITE IT8502E .......................................................................B-29

LED, MDC, BT ............................................................................B-30

USB, Fan, TP, Multi Con1 ........................................................... B-31

5VS, 3VS, 1.05VS ........................................................................B-32

Power 3.3V/5V .............................................................................B-33

Power 1.5V/0.75V/1.8VS .............................................................B-34

Power 1.1VS_VTT .......................................................................B-35

Power VGFX_CORE ...................................................................B-36

V-Core ..........................................................................................B-37

DC-In, Charger .............................................................................B-38

Click Board ..................................................................................B-39

Audio / USB / RJ11 Board ........................................................... B-40

Power Switch & LID Board ......................................................... B-41

Introduction

Overview 1 - 1

1.Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

This manual covers the information you need to service or upgrade the E4120 / E4121-C / E4125-C / E4121D-C series

notebook computer. Information 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.

Operating systems (e.g. Windows 7, Windows Vista, etc.) have their own manuals as do application software (e.g. word

processing and database programs). If you have questions about those programs, you should consult those manuals.

The E4120 / E4121-C / E4125-C / E4121D-C series notebook is designed to be upgradeable. See Disassembly on page 2

- 1 for a detailed description of the upgrade procedures for each specific component. Please note the warning and safety

information indicated by the “” symbol.

The balance of this chapter reviews the computer’s technical specifications and features.

Introduction

1 - 2 System Specifications

1.Introduction

System Specifications

Processor

Intel® Core™i7-620M Processor:

(2.66GHz)