Gateway E 4100 Service Manual

Chapter 391
Replacing the VGA Cable
1.Insert the VGA cable into the chassis with the adapter pointed down on an angle as indicated in the 
photograph.
2.Press down on the back of the adapter and snap it into place. 

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Replacing the LCD Module
1.Set LCD hinges back onto the guides on the chassis. Ensure the wiring for the DC jack and VGA cable are 
under the left hinge (see green arrows in step 2).
2.Replace the four (4) screws on the LCD hinges ensuring the grounding wire (1) is attached as indicated.
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Chapter 393
Replacing the Wi-Fi Switch Board
1.Reconnect the Wi-Fi switch board FFC.
2.Slide the Wi-Fi switch board over it’s guide pin in the chassis and insert the slider (red circle) into the guides 
located on the chassis as indicated in the second photo below.
NOTE:  Ensure the slider (red) is properly inserted into the guides (green) of the Wi-Fi switch.
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3.Replace the one (1) screw.
4.Replace the FFC and adhere the adhesive tape over the cable. 

Chapter 395
Replacing the Speakers
1.Replace both speaker housings into the chassis.
2.Lay the speaker cables under the retention guides. 

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3.Replace the two (2) screws and replace the adhesive tape to hold the speaker cable in place.
Replacing the I/O Board
1.Place the I/O board into the chassis.
2.Replace the two (2) screws. 

Chapter 397
Replacing the Thermal Module
IMPORTANT:Apply a suitable thermal grease (see recommended types below) and ensure all heat pads are in 
place before replacing the Thermal Module.
The following thermal grease types are approved for use:
•Silmore GP50
•Honeywell PCM45F-SP
•ShinEtsu 7762
The following thermal pads are approved for use:
•Eapus XR-PE
1.Remove all traces of thermal grease from the CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, 
Acetone, or other approved cleaning...

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5.Connect the thermal module cable to the mainboard. 

Chapter 399
Replacing the Mainboard
1.Before placing the mainboard into the chassis, connect the HDD connector cable to the Main Board.
2.Connect the DC power cable from the lower cover to the mainboard.
3.Ensure that the Mainboard is face up (the CPU is not visible). Place the Mainboard in the chassis, left side 
first (1), then rotate it downward into position (2).
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6.Connect the LVDS cable. 4.Press down on the right side to engage the latch under the mainboard.
5.Replace two (2) HDD connector screws.