Gateway Convertible notebook, Service Manual

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Replacing convertible notebook components
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Replacing the CMOS battery
Tools you need to complete this task:
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Screws removed during this task:
To replace the CMOS battery:
1
Complete the steps in “Preparing the convertible notebook” on page 5 .
2
Open the wireless bay by following the instructions in “Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless
card” on page 16 . If your convertible notebook has a wireless card, remove it.
3
Locate the old battery on the system board.
4
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.
5
Make sure the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into
the socket until it snaps into place.
6
If the convertible notebook has wireless networking built in, replace the wireless card by
following the steps in
“Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card” on page 16 .
7
Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in “Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless
card” on page 16 .
Important
Use only CMOS batteries designed for this Gateway convertible notebook.
Flat-blade driver Scribe or non-marring tool - OR -
Phillips #0 screwdriver
2 chrome 2.0*3.0
(IEEE 802.11 wireless
card) Select models
only