eMachines D732 User Manual

Chapter 3 53
Removing the Battery Pack
1. Turn the computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown.
2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main
unit (2).
NOTE: The battery has been highlighted with a yellow oval as shown in the above image.
Please detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
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eMachines D732 Specifications

General

Hard Drive Interface	SATA
Graphics	Intel GMA 4500M
Display Resolution	1366 x 768
Wireless	802.11b/g/n
Ports	3 x USB 2.0, VGA, Ethernet, Headphone
Battery	6-cell Li-ion
Weight	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)

Summary

Removing the Battery Pack

Removing the SD Dummy Card

Removing the Keyboard

Removing the ODD Module

Main Unit Disassembly Process

Removing the Lower Cover

Procedure to remove the laptop's lower cover by unscrewing it.

Removing the DIMM Modules

Steps to safely remove RAM modules from their motherboard sockets.

Removing the WLAN Module

Procedure for disconnecting cables and removing the Wireless LAN card.

Removing the USB Board

Steps to disconnect the USB FFC and remove the USB board assembly.

Removing the HDD Module

Guide to disconnecting and removing the Hard Disk Drive module.

Removing the LCD Module

Instructions for detaching the LCD module from the laptop chassis.

Removing the Thermal Module

Steps to disconnect the fan and remove the thermal module assembly.

Removing the CPU

Procedure for unlocking and removing the Central Processing Unit.

Removing the Mainboard

Guide to disconnecting cables and removing the main circuit board.

Removing the Bluetooth Module

Procedure to disconnect the Bluetooth cable and remove the module.

LCD Module Disassembly Process

Removing the LCD Bezel

Instructions for prying and releasing the LCD screen bezel from the panel.

Removing the Camera (CCD) Module

Procedure to disconnect the cable and lift the camera module from its mount.

Removing the LCD Panel

Steps to remove screws and disconnect the LVDS cable from the LCD panel.

Removing the LCD Hinges

Procedure to remove screws and detach hinges from the LCD panel.

Removing the LVDS Cable

Guide to removing protective tape and disconnecting the LVDS cable from the panel.

Removing the WLAN Antennas

Steps to remove antenna cables from the LCD cover cable guides.

Main Unit Assembly Process

Replacing the Bluetooth Module

Connect Bluetooth cable and attach mylar holder to the module connector.

Replacing the Mainboard

Place mainboard onto upper cover and secure it with the designated screw.

Replacing the CPU

Position CPU in socket, align Pin1, and rotate the locking screw clockwise.

Replacing the Thermal Module

Apply thermal grease, align module to posts, and tighten captive screws.

Replacing the LCD Module

Place upper cover onto LCD module and align/secure hinges with screws.

Replacing the HDD Module

Attach HDD carrier, secure it, and then slide HDD into its bay.

Replacing the RTC Battery

Place RTC battery onto mainboard and connect its corresponding cable.

Replacing the USB Board

Place USB board, secure with screw, and connect the USB FFC.

Replacing the WLAN Module

Insert WLAN board into socket, secure with screw, and connect antenna cables.

Replacing the DIMM Modules

Insert DIMM module into socket and press down to lock it in place.

Replacing the Lower Cover

Place the lower cover onto the device and secure it with twenty-three screws.

External Module Assembly Process

Replacing the ODD Module

Attach ODD bracket, press bezel into tray, and secure module with screw.

Replacing the Keyboard