Acer TravelMate 6492 User Manual

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General Information
This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance 
and troubleshooting.
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
qWrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
qSmall Philips screw driver
qPhilips screwdriver
qPlastic flat head screw driver
qTw e e z e r s
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. When you 
remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.
Before You Begin
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.
Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 
						

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Disassembly Procedure Flowcharts
The following flowcharts give 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 system 
board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 
						

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LCM Module Disassembly Flowchart 
						

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Main Unit Disassembly Procedure
Removing the Battery Pack
Removing the CTO Cover
1. Turn the computer over. Release the battery 
locks as shown.2. Push and hold release latch.
3. Remove the battery.
1. Locate and loosen the seven screws as shown.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the screws 
from the CTO Cover.2. Lift the CTO cover using the indented top edge 
as shown.
3. Lift to 45° angle and remove from chassis. 
						

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Removing the ODD
Removing the HDD
Removing the BTCB Screws
1. Push and hold the ODD latch as shown. 2. Remove ODD.
1. Locate the plastic tab on the HDD. 2. Place one hand on the computer for stability and 
grasp the HDD removal tag.
3. Pull upward as shown to remove the HDD from the chassis.
Locate and remove the twenty (20) BTCB screws as indicated. 
						

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Removing the Memory Modules
1. Push the two release levers on the upper module 
outward as shown. 
Note: The memory module lifts upward during 
release.2. Pull upper memory module away from the 
socket.
Note: Use two hand to remove the module by 
gripping the top edge as shown.
3. Push the two release levers on the lower module 
outward as shown.4. Pull the lower memory module away from the 
socket. 
						

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Removing the Wireless Card
Note: Fine tweezers are required for this procedure.
1. Locate the three antenna wires (colored white, 
gray, and black) on the right-hand side of the 
HDD bay.2. Using fine tweezers, grip the white wire and pull 
upward until it is released from the board.
Repeat for the gray and black wires.
3. Locate the two screws securing the Wireless 
Card.4. Locate and remove the two screws securing the 
Wireless Card.
Note: The Wireless Card lifts up automatically 
once the screws are removed.
5. Grip card and pull away from socket as shown. 
						

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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. Locate and remove the four securing screws as 
shown.
Note: Two of the screws are located within the 
battery cradle.2. Turn the computer over. Open the LCM module 
fully to expose the Switch Cover.
3. Grip the Switch Cover as shown and pull upward to remove.
4. Using two hands, remove the Switch Cover from the chassis. 
						

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Removing the Keyboard
1. Locate and remove the two screws as shown. 2. Using both hands, lift the top edge of the 
keyboard as shown.
3. Turn the keyboard over, as shown, to expose the cables.
4. Using fine tweezers, release the first cable lock as shown and remove the cable from the socket.
5. Using fine tweezers, release the second cable lock as shown and remove the cable from the socket. 
						

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Removing the Switch Board
6. Remove keyboard from chassis.
1. Locate and remove the screw as shown.
2. Using fine tweezers, release the cable lock as shown and remove the cable from the socket.
3. Remove the Switch Board from the chassis.