Acer Travelmate 6592 Service Guide

							
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2.Locate and remove the two securing screws as shown.
3. Lift the Modem Module clear of the chassis.
Removing the Antenna Cables
1.Remove the Antenna Cables from the securing pins as shown.
2. Pull the three Antenna Cables from the underside of the computer through the mainboard as shown. 
						

							
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Removing the LCM Module
CAUTION:Ensure all cables are removed from securing pins before proceeding to avoid damage.
1. Disconnect the LCM Module cable as shown.
2. Locate and remove the four screws as shown.
3. Lift the LCM Module upward to remove from the chassis.
Removing the TouchPad
1.Lift the rear edge of the TouchPad Module first, as shown, then pull the module away from the mounting to 
clear the ports at the front of the computer. 
						

							
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Removing the Mainboard
1.Locate the three connectors (yellow markers) as shown.
2. Disconnect the connectors using tweezers as shown.
3. Locate and remove the two screws as shown to release the Mainboard. 
						

							
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4.Grip the mainboard from the front and lift up.
NOTE: If any resistance is met while removing the mainboard, ease the computer case outward to clear the 
obstruction.
5. Lift the mainboard clear of the chassis.
Removing the I/O Board
1.Locate and remove the two screws as shown.
2. Lift the board toward the front of the computer to clear the port and remove from the chassis. 
						

							
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Removing the Heatsink and Fan Module
1.Turn the mainboard over. Locate and remove the five screws (red markers) and fan connector (yellow 
marker) from the mainboard.
2.  Remove the Heatsink securing bracket as shown.
3. Remove the Heatsink as shown.
4. Steady the Mainboard with one hand and remove the Fan Module by lifting straight up. 
						

							
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Removing the CPU
1.Using a screw driver, unscrew the CPU counter clockwise.
2. Remove the CPU from the bracket as shown. 
						

							
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LCM Module Disassembly Procedure
Removing the LCM Bezel
CAUTION:When using tools, be careful not to scratch the computer casing.
1. Locate and remove the four mylar (small red markers) and two rubber (large red markers) screw covers 
as shown. 
NOTE: Do not discard the screw covers — they are reusable.
2. Remove the six bezel securing screws.
3. Loosen the bezel by lifting all the edges upward as shown.
4. Push in the cover locks to allow the bezel to pass freely over them. 
						

							
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5.Remove the bezel from the LCM Module.
Removing the LCD Panel
1.Locate and remove the six screws as shown.
2. Locate the three panel connectors as shown. Disconnect the cables as shown. 
						

							
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3.Hold down the WebCam Module and remove the LCD panel by lifting the hinge as shown.
4. Locate and remove the Inverter Board screw as shown.
5. Grip the Inverter Board and lift upward to remove.
6. Grip the WebCam Module and lift upward to remove. 
						

							
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7.Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Grip the LCM cable and lift upward to detach the adhesive 
pads.
8. Hold the printed circuit board with one hand and disconnect the cable by pulling away from the connector.
9. Locate and remove the four screws (two on each side) securing the LCD brackets to the LCD panel.
10. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel as shown.