Gateway M275 User's Manual
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1. palm rest top modem 66 www gateway com Replacing the modem To replace the modem 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 67 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 12 Remove the Torx screw that secures the modem to the convertible tablet PC LUU MUTTAI Torx Screw 13 Remove the screw that secures2. Service Guide Gateway M275 Contents Replacing Gateway M275 Components 0 cece eee eens 1 Identifying the convertible tablet PC model 0 0 0 0c cc ee 2 IOGMUTYING COMPONGING raseri se Bw i aig eee eS Sh BG eed ee ee Reeth cl 3 Preparing your Work SPACE ee eee eee eens 4 Preventing static electricity discharge 0 0 ccc eee eee eae 5 Preparing the convertible tablet PC 0 0 ee eens 6 Disconnecting from the port replicator 0 0 ee 6 FRGMOVING ING DARE ea dvdonb re txt Geek a aela ronnie Rest aba tececn eh eet Gaede A E ode 7 Replacing the pen point xn lt 435 eee te tewaie eae eh ea el ea he eee Oe ERS Ades oh BAe RS 8 Replacing tne Nara HVE KIL xe weston oaa akg OOP a BA aie ad oe Sa aS 9 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive kit 0 00 eee 12 Replacing the optical drive 0 cc ee eee tenes 14 Replacing the hinge cover 0 ccc ee eee eee eens 16 Replacing the keyboard COVer lt lt bo244 uta Pie A ee ESA AS aE ee Aoi 18 Replacing Ine Keyboard 5 5 25 ea eae a hai acai wa ewen oe ee en ee wee ae nee 20 Adding or replacing memory modules 0 000 ee eee ees 25 Adding or replacing memory in the memory bay 0 000 e eee eee eee 25 Replacing memory under the keyboard 0 00 cee ee es 28 Replacing the LED indicator panel 0 ccc eee eee eee 31 Replacing the LCD panel assembly 0 0 0 33 Re
3. The LCD panel assembly is now completely detached from the convertible tablet PC 36 www gateway com 14 15 16 17 18 19 Replacing the LCD panel assembly Place the new LCD panel assembly onto the hinge of the convertible tablet PC then replace the four hinge screws Make sure to reattach the grounding cables to the appropriate screws Replace the single hinge chassis screw that secures the hinge to the chassis Plug the LCD video cable into the convertible tablet PC Reattach the microphone cable to the appropriate connector on the system board Reassemble the convertible tablet PC Replace the four screws on the bottom that secure the hinge to the chassis 37 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the LCD panel Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool amm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task LLLA LA 1 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom hinge cover AAN AAAA 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm and 4 chrome 2 5 x 4 mm LCD panel assembly 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge NAAN BES 3 chrome 2 x 5mm 4 chrome2 5 x 4mm se digital panel LCD panel To replace the LCD panel 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secu
4. Tricks If you have suggestions regarding the content of this guide send an e mail with the subject Service Guide Comments to B channel services gateway com Identifying the convertible tablet PC model The label on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC contains information that identifies the convertible tablet PC model and its features FOR USE WITH ADP 60DH REV B or PA 1600 06 Gateway POUR UTILSER AVEC MODEL ADP 60DH REV B ou PA 1600 06 Gateway INPUT 19V 3 16A model MODEL No M275 number This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le Materiel brouilieur du Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 and 4 907 093 licensed for limited viewing uses only CONFORMS TO ANSI UL STD poe NOM 4 CERTIFIED TO CANICSA STD NYCE _ C22 2 NO 60950 Fitted with internal AMBIT Microsystems Corp Tested To Compl modem model number T60M283 00 FC rc Ah FOE ead Complies with 47 CFR part 68 REN 0 6B US 6CT TAI 36146 M5 E FE s
5. 4 on page 52 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 7 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 12 Locate the palm rest latch assembly then remove the screw connecting it to the bottom of the convertible tablet PC Screw 13 Assemble your new latch assembly if it was shipped to you disassembled 1 Connect the spring to the metal latch as shown 78 www gateway com Replacing the latch 2 Connect the other end of the spring to the plastic latch holder g d Yn 3 Insert one end of the metal latch bar into the hole in the plastic latch holder www gateway com 79 Replacing Gateway M275 Components A Spread the two sides of the latch holder apart by squeezing with two fingers then snap the other end of the metal latch bar into
6. LA wl 2 chrome 2 5 x 6mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6mm hard drive kit hard drive To replace the hard drive in the hard drive kit 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in Replacing the hard drive kit on page 9 3 Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive kit bracket Screw L l WWAN QATAWAV COM 2 W V V W a U a l CV V V UN Ji l ga Yay i oN OUO A Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive kit Remove the bracket from the old drive Insert the new drive into the bracket so the screw holes line up Replace the two screws that secure the bracket to the drive Slide the hard drive kit into the convertible tablet PC Replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the convertible tablet PC 13 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the optical drive Important Install only a Gateway M275 optical drive in the optical drive bay m Tools you need to complete this task amn Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 1 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm optical drive To replace the optical drive 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 14 Replacing the optical drive 2 Remove the optical drive latch screw then slide the optical drive release latch next to the optical drive screw COT CRGMOe Ls tT ene oO A Grd
7. VWVVVV UALT Way DIII Repairing the digital panel Screw 49 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 50 15 Turn the digital panel over and place a piece of mylar tape in the location shown 16 17 18 19 20 21 Reinstall the digital panel on the LCD panel Reinstall the three screws that you removed in Step 13 Rewrap the copper foil around the LCD panel Reconnect the two connectors to the back of the LCD panel For more information see Step 11 Replace the tape on the back of the LCD panel that you removed in Step 10 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC www gateway com Replacing the palm rest assembly Replacing the palm rest assembly Tools you need to complete this task R Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool CEt Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task EEL LA 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom RHA RE 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5mm keyboard top LED panel 44 2 chrome 2 5 x 5mm palm rest top 1 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm hinge cover LLLLAL 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge chassis 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 51 Replacing Gateway M275 Components To replace the palm rest assembly 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on
8. convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 3 Open the LCD panel to the normal viewing position 4 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver under the bottom of the keyboard cover between the F11 and F12 keys and gently pry it up Tips amp Tricks Inserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and keyboard will ey help prevent damage to the convertible tablet PC 18 Replacing the keyboard cover 5 Remove the keyboard cover from the convertible tablet PC by pulling the cover toward you and at the same time lifting its front to clear the keyboard You will hear small snapping sounds as the cover comes away from the convertible tablet PC Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the bottom of the cover 6 Slide the tabs on the bottom side of the new cover under the convertible tablet PC frame 7 Press down on the cover in several places to make sure that it is correctly mounted The cover is correctly mounted when you can run your finger along the cover and find no loose spots The cover should be flat all the way across Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced the convertible tablet PC could i be damaged when you try to close the LCD panel 19 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the keyboard Tools you need to complete this task i R Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Gt Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed durin
9. located between the mini PCI card and the modem 16 Unplug the two antenna cables on the mini PCI card noting how they are installed for later re assembly intel outs Tiaa Civis geal epparaies ed io Campy TAL u Tt 9 rc tts US meets all requiremens of the Tasik OF OFFICE USE Ethie Canadien inmenterence Coueay om P Davea 100 fQapnent Aeguubons m Thag ahei miv h Anihia SO kib ac CANADA ICT S HAB DOJ CunaTisiga E Ai naira ted byi IE PODM rato Minteia pRoMirelens 2100 LAN 3B MiniPCl Adapter Serial No BOSS 1903400 78560004 L PHA C7ASG9 ppa e weet jn pe ed we a pan jig A Mig Date o7 24 03 ka Hl eM tT ill Maca in Malaysia _ intel oan 7 This Class 8 digital apparatus Tested 7 wr ei cAi u meets all requirements of the 7 e F n OFFICE USE E17B682 Canadian Intererence Causing i eae uipmi kiona _ gWM3B2 2100 equipment Regu ha Foc 10 PO uthat ust as CANADA ICESNMB D03 CiassTl sse B jae ry es e IC 1000M WM3B2100 Wireless 2100 LAN 3B MiniPCl Adapter ff ine cb poate 13034 DC28569004 ny 4 i G d tt t vied aa a par vig PBA c78569 O04 fae oF av nine eater nieg miat 3 Pegi io Mig Date 07 24 03 biek th ate ath tera a UE LLN ia 0008 Hl Made in Malaysia v sans m de gmn ee y ia WWW AgaatTewavVv Com WW W 0adaleway Corn at J Replacing Gateway M275 Components 17 Move the antenna w
10. magnetized screwdriver for removing screws When removing components that are attached to the convertible tablet PC by a cable unplug the cable before removing the screws when possible to avoid damaging the cable As you remove components and screws lay them toward the rear of your work surface behind the convertible tablet PC or far enough to the side that your arms do not accidentally brush them onto the floor To help keep track of screws try the following m Place each component s screws in their own section of a parts sorter m Place each component s screws next to the component on your work surface m Print the first page of each task then place the page toward the rear of your work surface AS you remove screws place the screws in their respective boxes on the page Where screw measurements are shown the first number indicates screw head width and the second number indicates screw length m After loosening screws that are deeply recessed in a hole for example on the bottom of the base assembly you can leave the screws in the holes if you place small pieces of masking tape over the hole openings When reassembling the component just remove the tape and tighten the screws m When you place flat headed screws on your work surface stand them on their heads to prevent the screws from rolling off the table Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge Important Before performing
11. on the convertible tablet PC then press the modem into place Replace the Torx screw that secures the modem to the convertible tablet PC Replace the screw that secures the modem to the convertible tablet PC Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 75 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the latch Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Cm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task LLLA LA 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm f palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm hinge cover wee af LALALALA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard top LED panel 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge L4 i 2 chrome 2 5 x 5mm 1 black 2 5 x 4 mm palm rest top latch 76 www gateway com Replacing the latch To replace the latch 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step
12. over so the top is facing up 3 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 31 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 4 Remove the two screws securing the LED indicator panel to the convertible tablet PC Screws 5 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver or non marring tool under the right side of the indicator panel and gently pry it up about inch then lift the entire panel from the convertible tablet PC 6 Align the new indicator panel s screw holes with the holes on the convertible tablet PC then press the panel into place 7 Replace the two screws that secure the LED indicator panel to the convertible tablet PC 8 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 32 www gateway com Replacing the LCD panel assembly Replacing the LCD panel assembly Tools you need to complete this task R Flat blade driver OR ea Screws removed during this task FEES 4 chrome 2 5 x5 mm hinge bottom NAAM 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm keyboard top Scribe or non marring tool hillips 0 screwdriver LA L 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm keyboard bottom hinge cover LALALA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge chassis 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm LCD panel 33 Replacing Gateway M275 Components To replace the LCD panel assembly 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Remove the four
13. page 6 2 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 3 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 4 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC Screws ts 7 S F oobdiiln TLE r eee Bopppppfi er gt KG Sh E MARNITG 4 WNEI Screws 5 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 6 Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 8 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 52 www gateway com Replacing the palm rest assembly 9 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 10 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 11 Remove the two screws on the top of the convertible tablet PC Screws www gateway com 53 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 12 Unplug the gray secondary antenna cable ponen This Class B digital apparatus i Tested indords 6G US meets all requirements of the on OFFICE USE E17 8682 Canadian Imererence Causi
14. secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 57 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 12 Remove the two screws from the fan Screws 58 Replacing the cooling fan 13 Unplug the fan wires from the system board ee Etra apap T Hoo vaow iri WEEOAS 20 CUD awe cE Ione oOo 14 Lift the fan up and away from the convertible tablet PC Replace with new fan assembly 15 Secure the new fan with the two screws 16 Reassemble the convertible
15. tablet PC 59 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the cooling assembly Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool cm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task LLLA 4d 4 chrome 2 5 x5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm f palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm hinge cover wee i LALALA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard top LED panel 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge L4 2 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest top L VAINAINA NATALA AAN ANYA 6 0 wWww gateway com T S Replacing the cooling assembly To replace the cooling assembly 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboar
16. the other hole in the plastic latch holder 14 Place the new latch assembly into the convertible tablet PC and attach it using the screw 15 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 80 www gateway com Replacing the speaker Replacing the speaker Tools you need to complete this task R Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool cm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task LALL LL 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm f palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge cover ARA Ai LALALA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard top LED panel 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 44 it 2 chrome 2 5 x 5mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5mm palm rest top speaker vww gateway com 81 Replacing Gateway M275 Components To replace the speaker 82 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Turn the co
17. to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 86 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 Remove the fan from the convertible tablet PC by following the instructions in Replacing the cooling fan on page 56 Remove the cooling assembly from the convertible tablet PC by following the instructions in Replacing the cooling assembly on page 60 Remove the modem from the convertible tablet PC by following the instructions in Rep
18. 3 chrome 2 x 5mm 4 chrome2 5 x 4mm se digital panel LCD panel To repair the digital panel 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 NANAI N At aAa RIN LAJNAINAT ANTAWA yi VV VV VV UCALO VVV JIiI Repairing the digital panel 3 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 4 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 5 Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 6 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Tips amp Tricks You do not need to disconnect the keyboard from the system board 8 Complete removal of the LCD panel assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 9 Remove the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 10 Remove the tape from the back of the LCD panel www gateway com 47 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 11 Disconnect the two connectors from the back of the LCD panel NANAI Art RN LAJNAINAT ANTAWA Yi
19. 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge L4 E 1 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm modem 2 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 1 black Torx screw palm rest top modem AJNAJN NATA ATO RHTTY 0 www gateway com f gateway Replacing the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card Caution By law only approved wireless modules provided by Gateway or a Gateway authorized representative explicitly for the Gateway M275 A may be installed in this convertible tablet PC Caution Legal requirements dictate that a security screw or other means be used to attach the mini PCI cover plate to the system board in a A manner that restricts end user access End users are strictly prohibited from having access to the wireless card Gateway M275 convertible tablet PCs require a Torx head security screw to attach the mini PCI cover plate Caution Legal requirements dictate the mini PCI cover plate be in place during i any and all operation of the convertible tablet PC s wireless feature To replace the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Turn the convertibl
20. T Ma cir TP INIG omg host yng Sense Raeyge peas 1e k Screw 3 Slide the old drive out of the convertible tablet PC 4 Slide the new drive into the convertible tablet PC Installing the optical drive repositions the optical drive release latch 5 Replace the optical drive latch screw www gateway com 15 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the hinge cover Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR GEM Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task i 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge cover To replace the hinge cover a Scribe or non marring tool 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 3 Remove the hinge cover screw from the back of the hinge d d Screw L ANANAL MATA AINVI OAY 1 6 www Qgateway com iw Zw Replacing the hinge cover 4 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver or non marring tool under the bottom of the hinge cover then carefully pry it up 5 Snap the new cover into place over the hinge 6 Replace the hinge cover screw ANAINAS MQtaA AIN VI RAM www gateway com 17 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the keyboard cover Tools you need to complete this task R Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool To replace the keyboard cover 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the
21. ablet PC remove the battery and unplug the O power cord modem cable and network cable before opening the case Replace the cover before you restore power or reconnect the modem and network cables To prepare the convertible tablet PC for maintenance 1 Make sure that the CD or DVD drive is empty 2 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards 3 Turn off the convertible tablet PC and unplug the power cord modem cable and network cable 4 Disconnect from the optional port replicator For more information see Disconnecting from the port replicator on page 6 5 Remove the battery For more information see Removing the battery on page 7 Disconnecting from the port replicator P To separate your convertible tablet PC from the port replicator 1 Pull up on the docking release latch Your convertible tablet PC will move out and away from the port replicator 2 Lift your convertible tablet PC off of the port replicator Preparing the convertible tablet PC Removing the battery To remove the battery 1 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the bottom is facing up 2 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position Battery latch Battery Battery lock LUTU E l fet me ONM www gateway com 7 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the pen point Normal use wears down the pen s point so the pen ships with extra points and a replacement tool To repla
22. age 20 Tips amp Tricks You do not need to disconnect the keyboard from the system board 28 Adding or replacing memory modules 6 Gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward Assempied in Malaysa 250MB DOR 333 CL2 5 S64D32020G0L 8 5 I2MM64 T e B2E31701 PC27005 2533 0 A1 Fg Wahi id _ 32x64 SDRAM f PC2TOOS 2533 0 At fe a prg _ m z Z 2r ho pg peg gt T p7 m DA VA 8 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30 degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction If the module does not fit make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay Important Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway M275 Y Replacing Gateway M275 Components 9 Gently push the module down until it clicks in place 10 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 30 www gateway com Replacing the LED indicator panel Replacing the LED indicator panel Tools you need to complete this task aR Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool ee Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task EE 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm LED panel To replace the LED indicator panel 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Turn the convertible tablet PC
23. ask LLLA L4 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom NANA E 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm keyboard top LED panel 44 2 chrome 2 5 x 5mm palm rest top VWW gate Way com 1 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm hinge cover Bags 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge chassis 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 63 Replacing Gateway M275 Components To replace the CMOS battery 64 1 2 10 11 12 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC For more information see Step 4 on page 52 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instruction
24. ce the pen point 1 Use the replacement tool to grab the old point and pull it out of the pen 2 Insert a new point and apply slight pressure to set it in place 8 www gateway com Replacing the hard drive kit Replacing the hard drive kit Tools you need to complete this task Cm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task F 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hard drive kit Hard drive kit i h Replacing Gateway M275 Components To replace the hard drive kit 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Remove the two screws securing the hard drive kit to the convertible tablet PC Screws Tips amp Tricks Use a magnetic screwdriver or turn the convertible table PC over to ey remove the screws 3 Slide the hard drive kit out of the convertible tablet PC 10 www gateway com Replacing the hard drive kit Important If your new hard drive does not include the hard drive kit bracket complete the steps in Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive kit FA on page 12 before proceeding 4 Slide the new hard drive kit into the convertible tablet PC 5 Replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the convertible tablet PC 11 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive kit Tools you need to complete this task GEE Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task
25. d cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 61 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 12 Loosen the three captive screws from the cooling assembly Screws Caution There is a thermal pad beneath the cooling assembly on the system A board Do not remove the thermal pad 13 Lift the cooling assembly up and away from the convertible tablet PC 14 Install the new cooling assembly in the convertible tablet PC 15 Tighten the three screws that are stamped with the numbers 1 through 3 next to them Make sure that you tighten the screws in numerical order Caution When tightening the cooling assembly s screws into the numbered A holes tighten them in numerical order 16 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 62 Replacing the CMOS battery Tools you need to complete this task Replacing the CMOS battery R Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool E Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this t
26. demarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies www gateway com 89 MAN SYS M275 SERVICE GDE R1 11 04 ae 103 051520 0 8510383
27. e convertible tablet PC uses memory modules called SO DIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in the memory bay Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway M275 for upgrading the memory SO DIMMs are located in two places inside the convertible tablet PC Both SO DIMMs can be upgraded For instructions on upgrading the SO DIMM located on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC see Adding or replacing memory in the memory bay on page 25 For instructions on upgrading the SO DIMM located under the keyboard of the convertible tablet PC see Replacing memory under the keyboard on page 28 Important Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway M275 m Adding or replacing memory in the memory bay Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool am Phillips 0 screwdriver 25 Replacing Gateway M275 Components To add or replace memory modules 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 c a A r D E i i aauuMaaaasisi a Memory bay o 2 Loosen the two captive screws that secure the memory cover These screws cannot be removed Screws 3 Lift the screw side of the cover upward then slide the cover out 26 Adding or replacing memory modules 4 if you are removing a module gently p
28. e tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 71 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 12 Remove the Torx screw that secures the modem grounding cable to the modem This screw holds down a metal plate that covers the antenna connections Torx Screw 13 Remove the screw that secures the modem to the convertible tablet PC Screw i ase if ii i m LOGS LEE L s ey p Gi ron a f eX gt A e 2 a gt s na ra 5 OT te sot S Pj mey avitg ig saji 3 72 www gateway com Replacing the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card 14 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver or non marring tool under the modem and gently pry it up about 1 4 inch 15 Remove the mini PCI cover plate
29. ews removed during this task L4 L LLLA 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm 1 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hard drive kit 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm optical drive hinge bottom D D 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm amp palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6mm palm rest bottom keyboard bottom f NAAN ES 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm hinge cover keyboard top LED panel 84 www gateway com BROS 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge chassis 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge I S 1 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm modem 1 black Torx screw Replacing the system board L 2 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest top d 2 chrome 2 5 x 4 5 mm shaft with 5 x 4 5 mm head hexnut EE 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm fan 2 chrome hexnuts rear I O modem rear I O panel panel RES 3 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm top system board To replace the system board 1 2 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in Replacing the hard drive kit on page 9 Remove the optical drive by following the instructions in Replacing the optical drive on page 14 Remove the memory modules from the memory bay by following the instructions in Adding or replacing memory in the memory bay on page 25 Remove the four screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge
30. fully insert the small flat blade screwdriver between the keyboard cable and the black plastic hinge where the cable connects to the system board Gently lift the hinge off the cable The cable is now free and you can remove the keyboard 9 Place the new keyboard keys down on the convertible tablet PC with the space bar away from you 10 Make sure that the black plastic hinge on the system board keyboard connector is in the raised position 11 Insert the end of the keyboard cable between the black plastic hinge and the white connector 22 Replacing the keyboard Important The plug is correctly oriented if the cable is not twisted m 12 Press the black plastic hinge onto the keyboard cable 13 Rotate the keyboard toward the LCD panel until the keyboard is almost face up 14 Insert the four tabs on the front edge of the keyboard into the corresponding slots under the palm rest Tabs 15 Gently press the keyboard down until it is flat all the way across The keyboard should easily fall into place Be careful not to damage the LCD panel www gateway com 23 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 16 Replace the four keyboard screws Screws 17 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing down then replace the two keyboard screws 18 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC L ARAARA AQTAV VAINVI RAM 24 WWW g atewa V com S ww Adding or replacing memory modules Adding or replacing memory modules Th
31. g this task hd RAN 2 chrome 2 5 x 6mm 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm keyboard bottom keyboard top To replace the keyboard 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 LANANAL NAO FALALA AArA 20 VWVWVVW UdleG Wada Y COTT Replacing the keyboard 2 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K ARMING ual nt LLLE j 3 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 4 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 5 Remove the four keyboard screws that secure the keyboard to the convertible tablet PC Screws 21 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 6 Lift the back edge of the keyboard slightly then carefully slide the keyboard back until the four tabs on the front edge of the keyboard are free from their slots Be careful not to damage the LCD panel 7 Slowly rotate the keyboard toward you so it lies keys down on top of the convertible tablet PC Be careful not to damage the LCD panel L p i i it ok rg rey PR ri ie yi es A 2 m p E SARS a a ios ise eee L j ia NN i i 4 fie ek l j j i r j amp ad ee ie te r Er a EA rat jme _ ie an 27 Dpr ee Tk es E Sem dd lye TS SS ge e a Bg eg Ee re ee te ee oe Oe a aa oor i 3 t ia t j T i He 40s es 8 Care
32. ires out of the way then press outward on the clips at both sides of the card until the card tilts upward cin hid if tr Tia jaan p hi Og Cur asa Bh i NODD A 91 130340 Wl TASIQDODA oda Aiu Bate 0724 03 E UAN MOM Ul Made on Malaysia 18 Pull the card out of the slot ir Put wn Model wi Teued io Comply with FOU Samndarde POs HOME OF OFFICE USE FOG It POSWMa 1 i Tig dewe is only duthonpad few Liis CAWADA ICE WWE Cage Tieeee dE imgiructed ty th tel E DMS 10 _ intel PROMireless 2100 LAN 3B MiniPC Adapter Senal Wa 8989112074 DC 78560004 PBA C2328509 004 Mig Date 07 24 03 MU ENN i gH HATE ll Made in Malaysia Tea Clas E dgtl appara US mary iigutemen of he id Canada imien Giek iTo ent Regelaise ai 19 Hold the new card at a 30 degree angle and press it into the empty slot This card is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction If the card does not fit make sure that the notch in the card lines up with the tab in the card slot 74 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Replacing the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card Move the antenna wires out of the way then press the card down until it clicks into place Reattach the black antenna cable to the connector labelled MAIN or M then reattach the light gray antenna cable to the connector labelled AUX or A Position the metal plate on top of the mini PCI card Align the modem s screw holes with the holes
33. lacing the modem on page 66 Remove the mini PC card from the convertible tablet PC by following the instructions in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card on page 70 Replacing the system board 19 Unplug the speakers from the system board one connector 20 Unplug the modem cable from the old system board and install it on the new board 21 Remove the two small hex nuts on the rear I O panel 22 Use the Allen wrench to remove the two larger hex nuts securing the docking station connector a d Hex Nuts www gateway com 87 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 23 Remove the three system board screws Screws 88 www gateway com Replacing the system board 24 Remove the system board Make sure that the rear I O panel clears the bottom of the chassis Shown by the top arrow and the side audio jacks clear the bottom of the chassis shown by the left arrow 25 Place the new system board into the convertible tablet PC 26 Replace the three system board screws in the holes on the top of the system board 2 Replace the two rear I O panel hex nuts and the two rear docking station hex nuts 28 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 2004 Gateway Inc All rights reserved Gateway Gateway Country the Gateway stylized logo and the black and white spot design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway Inc in the United States and other countries All other brands and product names are tra
34. maintenance on the convertible tablet PC you A should read and understand the information in this section The components inside your convertible tablet PC are extremely sensitive to static electricity also known as electrostatic discharge ESD Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts turn off your convertible tablet PC and unplug the power cord modem O cable and network cable before opening the case Warning To prevent risk of electric shock do not insert any object into the vent O holes of the convertible tablet PC Before performing maintenance on the convertible tablet PC follow these guidelines Avoid static causing surfaces such as carpeted floors plastic and packing foam Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection Always hold components by their edges Avoid touching the edge connectors Never slide components over any surface Wear a grounding wrist strap available at most electronics stores and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object Replacing Gateway M275 Components Preparing the convertible tablet PC Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts turn off the convertible t
35. ng el me awa 382100 equipment Regulations Foc I0 POSW sly authorized for use as CANADA ICES NMB 003 Class Classe B This device is oniy aul IC 1000M WM3B2 100 instructed by Inte Fntel PRO Wireless 2100 LAN 3B MiniPC Adapter _ pvers No 699911 303ADC28569004 i EO E f r Faa comparen a chended h be uteg an a mar ai A o 4 PBA C28569 004 syates A een the syatern integrating os required to if Mig Date o7 24 03 Ponty ant ml ulao eguenean MMU IU UUILIE m 0 0 00 000108 O01 Made in Malaysia 13 Carefully insert the small flat blade screwdriver between the touchpad cable and the black plastic hinge where the cable connects to the system board Gently lift the hinge off the cable The cable is now free and you can remove the palm rest assembly 14 Lift the palm rest assembly up and away from the convertible tablet PC 54 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Replacing the palm rest assembly Place the new palm rest assembly onto the convertible tablet PC Important The palm rest assembly does not snap into place The magnesium cover sits on top of the convertible tablet PC and is secured with A screws Reattach the gray secondary antenna cable to the system board Replace the two top palm rest screws Make sure that the black plastic hinge on the system board touchpad connector is in the raised position Insert the end of the touchpad cable between the black plastic hi
36. ng the LCD panel 13 Remove the four screws that secure the LCD panel to the LCD panel assembly Screw Screw 15 Place the new LCD panel into the LCD panel assembly back and replace the four Screws Replacing Gateway M275 Components 16 Reconnect the three LCD panel connectors from the bottom of the LCD panel assembly For more information see Step 12 17 Starting in the upper left corner press the LCD panel front and back together Press the two halves together in several places until they click in place You should find no loose spots or spots where the two halves do not meet 18 Replace the six LCD panel assembly screws Caution The two longer screws go next to the hinge AN 44 www gateway com 19 Replace the six inserts Caution The two rubber inserts go next to the latch A 20 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC www gateway com Replacing the LCD panel 45 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Repairing the digital panel Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool amm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task LLLA LA 1 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom hinge cover AAN AAAA 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm and 4 chrome 2 5 x 4 mm LCD panel assembly 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge NAAN BES
37. nge and the white connector Press the black plastic hinge onto the touchpad cable Replace the LED panel LCD panel the hinge cover the keyboard and the keyboard cover Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing down Replace the thirteen palm rest screws on the bottom of the convertible tablet PC Important The two shorter screws fit into the battery bay The single screw fits A next to the optical drive Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 55 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the cooling fan Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool c Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task EES LA 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm f palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm hinge cover wee i LALALA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard top LED panel 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge LAD ik 2 chrome 2 5 x 5mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest top fan L VANAINAL MAQTA AIONVIRARGNMMNM 5 6 WWW Q atewa V COIT Zw Replacing the cooling fan To replace the fan 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 Remove the four screws on the bottom that
38. nvertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Complete removal of the keyboard by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Remove the LED panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 Replacing the speaker 12 Unplug the speaker cables from the system board one connector 13 Slide speaker cables away from slots on convertible tablet PC 14 Remove the screws near the front corner securing the speakers to the convertible tablet PC 15 Install the new speakers and secure with the screw 16 Plug the speaker cables into system board and secure the speaker cables in the slots provided 17 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 83 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the system board Tools you need to complete this task Sr Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool am Phillips 0 screwdriver Torx T8 screwdriver 5 0 mm hex nutdriver Allen wrench Scr
39. placing the LCD panel anana nananana ee ee eee eens 38 Hepalring tne digital panel sassari beak et Ria a be ee are Ge A aa dan 46 Replacing the palm rest assembly 0 0 0 cece eas 51 Replacing Ine Cooling TAN s i c 00 ost ddetie dle wate ddeew se Medea dd wad eh aobaieat 56 Replacing the cooling assembly 0 0 ccc eee ee eens 60 Replacing the CMOS battery ov ac rscec ey eee we Babee AYRES E ea Gi eGeaes 63 Replacing ING modern sisar abies he ean Sed alas AOE SOA RE See eee ae a aks 66 Replacing the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card 0 0 cn 70 Replacing INS lath on Mense tack eed okra he eRe a can aR oe ee alae sew dus wee 76 Replacing Ine speaker 4c y baee nent h eee RAR a A oe OL ee hee A 81 Replacing the system board 0 0 eee ene 84 www gateway com Replacing Gateway M275 i ln Important This service guide is not intended to be provided to individual users or F consumers It cannot be provided to anyone other than an authorized service provider Use this service guide to help plan maintenance tasks for the Gateway M275 convertible tablet PC All tasks covered in this guide can be performed by an authorized field technician without jeopardizing the tablet PC s warranty Replacing Gateway M275 Components Important For information on the convertible tablet PC s general maintenance technical support safety notices and regulatory notices see the FA Gateway user guide Tips amp
40. re the LCD panel hinge to the chassis For more information see Step 2 on page 34 RANA NAFA ALS AArNA LAJNAINAS ATANMA T yi VV VV VV UCLUO VVC V v Ii Replacing the LCD panel Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Tips amp Tricks You do not need to disconnect the keyboard from the system board Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 39 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 9 Remove the two rubber inserts and four plastic inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly Inserts Inserts 40 www gateway com Replacing the LCD panel 10 Remove the six screws from the front of the LCD panel assembly Screws Gateway Screws www gateway com 41 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 11 Carefully separate the front and back of the LCD panel assembly kiti m 4 12 Disconnect the three LCD panel connectors from the bottom of the LCD panel assembly 42 www gateway com Replaci
41. ress outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward 6 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30 degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction If the module does not fit make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay Important Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway M275 m 7 Gently push the module down until it clicks in place 8 Replace the memory bay cover and tighten the cover screws www gateway com 27 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing memory under the keyboard Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool a Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task r NAMAM 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm keyboard bottom keyboard top Important Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway M275 M To replace memory modules 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the convertible tablet PC on page 6 2 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 3 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 4 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 5 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on p
42. rs HOME OR OFFICE USE Complies with Industry Canada CS03 IC 2878 11538 A MEX SCT TTDAMT603 128 Caution It is important that you use the correct service guide for the convertible tablet PC Failure to follow the approved tasks for the convertible A tablet PC model may result in damage to the convertible tablet PC Identifying components 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 the convertible tablet PC For a complete list of replaceable parts see Contents on page i LCD panel assembly see page 33 Keyboard cover see page 18 Keyboard see page 20 Palm rest assembly see page 51 Cooling assembly see page 60 Modem see page 66 System board see page 84 www gateway com 3 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Preparing your work space Before performing maintenance on the convertible tablet PC make sure that your work space and the convertible tablet PC are correctly prepared 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
43. s in Replacing the LED indicator panel on page 31 Complete removal of the LCD panel by following the instructions in Replacing the LCD panel assembly on page 33 Complete removal of the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest assembly on page 51 Locate the old battery on the system board CMOS battery Replacing the CMOS battery 13 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver or non marring tool under the old battery and gently pry it up until it pops out of the socket 14 Make sure the positive side of the new battery is facing up then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place 15 Reassemble the convertible tablet PC 65 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the modem Tools you need to complete this task aR Flat blade driver OR a Scribe or non marring tool Torx T8 screwdriver Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task EEL LA 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm f palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5mm hinge cover wee at LALALA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard top LED panel 4 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge L4 E 1 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm modem 2 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm 1 black Torx screw
44. screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis Screws 3 Remove the two keyboard screws marked with a K For more information see Step 2 on page 21 4 Turn the convertible tablet PC over so the top is facing up 5 Remove the hinge cover by following the instructions in Replacing the hinge cover on page 16 6 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 18 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in Replacing the keyboard on page 20 Tips amp Tricks You do not need to disconnect the keyboard from the system board 34 Replacing the LCD panel assembly 8 Detach the microphone cable from the system board 9 Grasp the plastic tab carefully and pull to unplug the LCD video cable from the convertible tablet PC Make sure you grasp the tab not the cable Caution The connector is fragile A 10 Open the LCD panel to the fully open position Caution Be careful not to use too much force when opening the LCD panel A www gateway com 35 Replacing Gateway M275 Components 11 Remove the single hinge chassis screw that secures the hinge to the convertible tablet PC Screws Hinge chassis screw 12 Remove the four hinge screws that secure the LCD panel to the hinge Note the location of the grounding cable 13 Lift the LCD panel assembly up and away from the convertible tablet PC
45. the modem to the convertible tablet PC Screw oe SM ia g 3 os EH a E n O zi 68 www gateway com 14 Replacing the modem Insert the small flat blade screwdriver or non marring tool under the modem and gently pry it up about 1 4 inch 15 Turn the modem over then unplug the modem cable from the modem 16 17 18 19 20 Connect the modem cable into the new modem Align the modem s screw holes with the holes on the convertible tablet PC then press the modem into place Replace the screw that secures the modem to the convertible tablet PC Replace the Torx screw that secures the modem to the convertible tablet PC Be sure to attach the grounding cable to the screw Reassemble the convertible tablet PC www gateway com 69 Replacing Gateway M275 Components Replacing the IEEE 802 11 Mini PCI card Tools you need to complete this task __ T aR Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Phillips 0 screwdriver Torx T8 screwdriver Screws removed during this task EEL i I 4 chrome 2 5 x5 mm 2 chrome 2 5 x 6mm hinge bottom keyboard bottom 10 chrome 2 5 x 6 mm f palm rest bottom 2 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm palm rest bottom 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge cover NAAN 24 LAALAA 1 chrome 2 5 x 5 mm hinge 4 chrome 2 5 x 2 5 mm 2 black 2 5 x 2 5 mm chassis keyboard top LED panel
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