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Mainboard Bottom 

Key Parts

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Connector (SSD 
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Summary of Contents for NH70RZQ

Page 1: ...Preface I Preface Notebook Computer NH70RZQ Service Manual ...

Page 2: ...hole or in part be reproduced translated transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor manufacturer or creators of this publica tion except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and or registered trademarks of their respective companies They are mentioned for ide...

Page 3: ...ic information for servicing and or upgrading components of the NH70RZQ 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 Li...

Page 4: ...ing 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 as follows AC Input of 100 240V 50 60Hz DC Output of 19V 4 74A 90 Wat...

Page 5: ... 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 t...

Page 6: ...rpose 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 supplie...

Page 7: ...ur 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 Battery Disposal The product that you have purchase...

Page 8: ...ttach the AC DC adapter cord to the DC In jack on the rear of the computer then plug the AC power cord into an outlet and connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter and leave it there for 6 seconds or longer Remove the adapter cord from the computer s DC In jack and then plug it back in again the battery will now be unlocked 6 Use one hand to raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle do...

Page 9: ...ing the Hard Disk Drive 2 7 Removing the System Memory RAM 2 9 Removing the M 2 SSD Module 2 10 Removing the Wireless LAN Module 2 11 Wireless LAN Combo Module Cables 2 12 Removing the CCD 2 13 Part Lists A 1 Part List Illustration Location A 2 Top A 3 Bottom A 4 Main Board A 5 HDD A 6 LCD A 7 Schematic Diagrams B 1 System Block Diagram B 2 Processor 1 6 B 3 Processor 2 6 B 4 Processor 3 6 B 5 Pro...

Page 10: ...C ITE IT5570 B 35 RGB KB Only B 36 VDD3 VDD5 B 37 5V 5VS 3 3V 3 3VS B 38 VDD1 05V VCCIO B 39 DDR 1 2V 0 6VS 2 5V B 40 VCC_Core VCCGT B 41 VCore Output Stage B 42 VCCGT VCCSA Output Stage B 43 1 05DX_VCCSTG VCCSFR_OC B 44 NVVDD B 45 FBVDDQ B 46 PEX_VDD B 47 AC_In Charger B 48 NH50 PW Board B 49 Click Board B 50 Audio Board B 51 LED Board B 52 NH70 PW Board B 53 Audio Board B 54 Power Sequence B 55 ...

Page 11: ...l is shipped with the computer Operating systems e g Windows 10 etc have their own manuals as do application softwares e g word processing and database programs If you have questions about those programs you should consult those manuals The NH70RZQ series notebook is designed to be upgradeable See Disassembly on page 2 1 for a detailed description of the upgrade procedures for each specific compon...

Page 12: ...ting DDR4 2666MHz Memory Modules Memory Expandable from 8GB minimum up to 64GB maximum Compatible with 4GB 8GB 16GB or 32GB Modules The real memory operating frequency depends on the FSB of the processor Storage One changeable 2 5 6cm 7 0mm h SATA Serial Hard Disk Drive Solid State Drive SSD Factory Option One M 2 2280 SATA Solid State Drive SSD Or Factory Option Two PCIe Gen3 x4 M 2 2280 SSDs sup...

Page 13: ...l be 10Gbps however when two devic es are plugged in to both USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports this bandwidth will be shared between the ports Communication Built In 10 100 1000Mb Base TX Ethernet LAN 1 0M HD PC Camera Module WLAN Bluetooth M 2 Modules Factory Option Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 9260 Wire less LAN 802 11ac Bluetooth Factory Option Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 9560 Wire less LAN 802 11ac Bluetooth...

Page 14: ...en 1 Introduction External Locator Top View with LCD Panel Open Figure 1 Top View 1 PC Camera 2 PC Camera LED When the PC camera is in use the LED will be illuminated 3 Built In Array Microphone 4 LCD 5 Power Button 6 Keyboard 7 Touchpad Buttons 2 1 6 4 5 3 3 7 ...

Page 15: ...iews 1 5 1 Introduction External Locator Front Right Side Views Figure 2 Front View 1 LED Indicator Figure 3 Right Side View 1 USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type A Port 2 USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type C Port 3 Multi in 1 Card Reader 4 Vent FRONT VIEW 1 RIGHT SIDE VIEW 1 2 4 3 ...

Page 16: ... Figure 4 Left Side View 1 Security Lock Slot 2 Vent 3 USB 3 0 USB 3 1 Gen 1 Type A Port 4 USB 2 0 Port 5 Microphone In Jack 6 2 In 1 Audio Jack Headphone and Microphone LEFT SIDE VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 5 Rear View 1 Vent 2 Mini DisplayPort 3 HDMI Out Port 4 RJ 45 LAN Jack 5 DC In Jack REAR VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 17: ...m View 1 7 1 Introduction External Locator Bottom View Overheating To prevent your com puter from overhea ting make sure no thing blocks any vent while the computer is in use 2 1 3 2 3 2 2 Figure 6 Bottom View 1 Battery 2 Vent 3 Speakers ...

Page 18: ...Introduction 1 8 Mainboard Overview Top Key Parts 1 Introduction Mainboard Overview Top Key Parts Figure 7 Mainboard Top Key Parts 1 KBC ITE IT5570 1 ...

Page 19: ...d Bottom Key Parts 1 Mini Card Connector WLAN Module 2 PCH 3 CPU 4 Memory Slots DDR4 SO DIMM 5 M 2 Card Connector SSD Module Introduction Mainboard Overview Bottom Key Parts 1 9 1 Introduction Mainboard Overview Bottom Key Parts ...

Page 20: ...ectors 1 Introduction Mainboard Overview Top Connectors Figure 9 Mainboard Top Connectors 1 USB Connector 2 Keyboard Cable Connector 3 KB LED Connector 4 Multi in 1 Card Reader 5 USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type C Port 6 USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type A Port 10 6 1 2 3 5 4 ...

Page 21: ...Overview Bottom Connectors Figure 10 Mainboard Bottom Connectors 1 Fan Connector 2 HDD Connector 3 Speaker Connector 4 LED Connector 5 Touchpad Connector 6 LCD Connector 7 Battery Connector 8 DC In Jack 9 RJ 45 LAN Jack 10 HDMI Out Port 11 Mini Display Port 2 5 3 4 1 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

Page 22: ...Introduction 1 12 1 Introduction ...

Page 23: ...embly process easier each section may have a box in the page margin Information contained under the figure will give a synopsis of the sequence of procedures involved in the disassembly procedure A box with a lists the relevant parts you will have after the disassembly process is complete Note The parts listed will be for the dis assembly procedure listed ONLY and not any previous disassembly step...

Page 24: ...c ing the connection make sure the connector is oriented in the same way The pin1 side is usually not indicated Pressure sockets for multi wire connectors To release this connector type grasp it at its head and gently rock it from side to side as you pull it out Do not pull on the wires themselves When replacing the connection do not try to force it The socket only fits one way Pressure sockets fo...

Page 25: ...the computer When handling a printed circuit board do not use gloves or other materials which allow static electricity buildup We suggest that you use an anti static wrist strap instead 8 Beware of corrosion As you perform your job avoid touching any connector leads Even the cleanest hands produce oils which can attract corrosive elements 9 Keep your work environment clean Tobacco smoke dust or ot...

Page 26: ...To remove the HDD 1 Remove the battery page 2 5 2 Remove the HDD page 2 7 To remove the System Memory 1 Remove the battery page 2 5 2 Remove the HDD page 2 7 3 Remove the system memory page 2 9 To remove the M 2 SSD 1 Remove the battery page 2 5 2 Remove the HDD page 2 7 3 Remove the SSD page 2 10 To remove the Wireless LAN Module 1 Remove the battery page 2 5 2 Remove the HDD page 2 7 3 Remove th...

Page 27: ...the arrow Figure 1a 3 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow 4 While holding the latch lift the battery Figure 1b out of the compartment Figure 1c 1 2 2 3 Figure 1 Battery Removal a Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow and slide the latch in the direction of the arrow b Lift the battery c Remove the battery 1 2 1 a b 3 c 3 2 3 Battery ...

Page 28: ...king collar socket by using a flat head screwdriver to pry the locking collar pins away from the base Figure 2b 5 Carefully lift the keyboard off the computer Figure 2c 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 6 a b 1 2 c 6 7 8 6 3 4 8 5 7 4 Eject Stick 6 Keyboard 2 Screws Figure 2 Keyboard Removal a Remove the screws from the bottom of the compu ter and then eject the keyboard using a special eject stick to push the ke...

Page 29: ...ual when setting up a new hard disk Hard Disk Disassembly Process 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery page 2 5 2 Remove the SD card cover and screws Figure 3a 3 Open it up with the LCD on a flat surface release the bottom case at point and remove it Figure 3b 4 The HDD will be visible at point on the mainboard Figure 3c 6 1 2 16 17 18 19 20 2 a b 1 3 4 5 17 13 20 6 7 8 9 11 12 14 15 10 ...

Page 30: ... 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 d e f 23 28 HDD System Warning New HDD s are blank Before you begin make sure You have backed up any data you want to keep from your old HDD You have all the CD ROMs and FDDs required to install your operating system and programs If you have access to the internet down load the latest application and hardware driver updates for the operating system you plan to install Copy th...

Page 31: ... a new module for single module only make sure to install it in the RAM1 slot by holding it at about a 30 angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot 6 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 DO NOT FORCE IT it should fit without much pressure 7 Press the module in and down towards the mainboard...

Page 32: ...emove the battery page 2 5 2 The M 2 SSD module will be visible at point on the mainboard Figure 6a 3 Remove the screw Figure 6b 4 The M 2 SSD module Figure 6c will pop up and you can remove it from the computer 1 2 3 b c a 3 1 2 3 3 M2 SSD Module 1 Screw Figure 6 M 2 SSD Module Removal a Locate the M 2 SSD b Remove the screw c The M 2 SSD module will pop up ...

Page 33: ... Figure 7a 3 Carefully disconnect the cables and then remove the screw Figure 7b 4 The Wireless LAN module Figure 7c will pop up and you can remove it from the computer 1 2 3 4 5 b c a 2 3 5 1 5 4 5 Wireless LAN Module 1 Screw Figure 7 Wireless LAN Module Removal a Locate the WLAN b Disconnect the cables and remove the screw c The WLAN module will pop up Note Make sure you reconnect the antenna ca...

Page 34: ...mbo modules are not labelled The cables covers each cable will have either a black or transparent cable cover are color coded for identification as outlined in the table below Cable 1 is usually connected to antenna 1 on the module and cable 2 to antenna 2 Module Type Antenna Type Cable Color Cable Cover Type WLAN WLAN Bluetooth Combo WL 1 Black Transparent WL 2 Black White ...

Page 35: ...e top case up forming a 90 degree angle 3 Carefully run your fingers around the inner frame of the LCD panel to lift at points as indicated by the arrows Figure 8a 4 Remove the LCD front cover Figure 8b 1 4 5 b a 2 1 5 4 3 5 LCD Front Cover Figure 8 CCD Removal a Carefully release the in ner frame of the LCD panel at the points indi cated by the arrows b Remove the LCD front cover ...

Page 36: ...sing a flat head screwdriver to pry the locking collar pins away from the base Figure 9c 6 Remove the CCD module Figure 9d 7 Reverse the process to install a new CCD module 6 7 8 d c 8 6 7 8 CCD Module Figure 9 CCD Removal cont d c Disconnect the cable from the locking collar socket d Remove the CCD mod ule ...

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