Before replacing parts make sure that latest BIOS and drivers are installed before replacing any parts (FRUs) listed in this.
Use the
following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing
parts
1. If you are
instructed to replacing a part but the replacement does not correct the
problem, reinstall the original part before you continue.
2. Some
computers have both a processor board and system board. If you are instructed
to replace either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one of
them does not correct the problem, reinstall that board, and then replace the
other one.
3. If an
adapter or device consists of more than one part, any of the parts (FRUs) may
be the cause of the error. Before replacing the adapter or device, remove the
parts (FRUs), one by one, to see if the symptoms change. Replace only the part
that changed the symptoms.
Caution: The BIOS configuration on the computer you
are servicing may have been customized.
Running Automatic Configuration my alter the settings. Note the current
configuration settings; then, when service has been completed, verify that
those settings remain in effect.
Strategy
for replacing a hard-disk drive
You have to
get a User’s approval before formatting or replacing a hard-disk drive. You
must let the User know that the user is responsible for the loss data.
Caution: The
drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may have been changed.
Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or
formatting. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can be
overwritten.
Before the
computer is powered-on after part (FRU) replacement, make sure all screws,
springs, and other small parts are in place and are not left loose inside the
computer. Verify this by shaking the computer and listening for rattling
sounds. Metallic parts or metal flakes can cause electrical shorts.
Some standby
batteries contain a small amount of nickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble a
standby battery, recharge it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it.
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only
the battery in the appropriate parts listing. Use of an incorrect battery can
result in ignition or explosion of the battery.
Before
removing any part (FRU), turn off the computer, unplug all power cords from
electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any
interconnecting cables.
Processors
Intel Core2 Duo/Solo/Mobile Intel Celeron
Processor™(L2 Cache Size: 1MB/2MB/4MB/6MB/8MB, FSB:533/800MHZ are supported.).
The user must
not replace or expand the CPU capacity arbitrarily. The CPU capacity differs
depends on model type.
Main Memory
Maximum
Capacity: Each slot is 2048MB and can be expanded to 4096MB.
SO DIMM Type
for Memory Expansion: DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMM(256MB, 512MB, 1024MB, 2048MB)
Memory types
and specifications may differ by model type.
To use two 2GB
memory cards, the machine must run on 64bit OS. 32bit Vista/XP OS does not
support 4GB memory.
Secondary
Storage
2.5" Hard
Disk Drive (S-ATA)
The hard disk
capacity and the type depend on the notebook PC model.
Optical
Disk Drive
The
specifications may differ by model type.
Video
Mobile Intel
Graphic Media Accelerator 4500MHD (Dynamic Video Memory Technology)
The DVMT
actively utilizes part of the system memory when processing large graphic data
like 3D graphics.
Therefore, the
size of the graphic memory is displayed as the sum of the actual graphic memory
size and the utilized amount of memory, which is decided by the size of system
memory.
NVIDIA Geforce 9600M GT (W/GDDR3 256M ) with
TurboCache 320MB~1535MB
NVIDIA Geforce 9600M GT (W/GDDR3 512M) with
TurboCache 576MB~1791MB
NVIDIA Geforce 9300M GS (W/GDDR3 256M) with
TurboCache 320MB~1535MB
TurboCache -
This technology actively utilizes part of the System Memory when processing
large graphic data like 3D graphics. The size of the utilized memory is
determined by the Video Memory size and System Memory Size.
If TurboCache
technology is applied to the Graphics Memory, the System Memory can allot up to
320MB out of 512MB and up to 1791MB out of 4096MB for large graphic data.
Specifications may differ by model type.
Block
diagram
Fn
key combinations
The following
table shows the function of each combination of Fn with a function key.
Function of Fn
keys has nothing to do with Operating System.
BIOS
Flash
You can update
BIOS using USB Device (FDD/USB Memory)
Because this
system is not equipped with any USB Device, you have to use an external USB
Device for a BIOS update. In order to
boot up with an USB Device, please set Removable Device as the first boot up
drive in the boot menu of BIOS Setup.
How
to update flash Rom in Dos
Create ‘boot
up’ flash update USB Device (FDD/USB Memory).
2. Copy BIOS
Flash software to the flash update USB Device (FDD/USB Memory).
3. Connect the
USB Device for USB Port.
4. Press F12
Key while the "LG LOGO" appears.
5. A while
later, the system setup home screen appears.
6. Type in
“go.bat ”. (x_xxx is Model Name & BIOS version)
7. You can see
the BIOS flash process as below.
8. After flashing is completed, the computer turns off with automatic movement.
10. Press [F2]
Key, then you can see the BIOS SETUP UTILITY screen as below.
11. It selects
the:” Load Optimal Dafault” and it summons a BIOS settings at initial value.
12. It selects
the “Exit & Saving Change” and it stores system a settings and the reboot.
BIOS
Release Process and Making Bootable CD
1. LGE(Korea)
will upload BIOS Image(*.iso) to GCSC(Global Cyber Service Center:http://biz.lgservice.com)
when BIOS should be updated.
2. BIOS will
include both System BIOS and EC(Embedded Controller) BIOS.
3. Service
center can download BIOS file from GCSC and update BIOS according to below
procedure.
4. Service
center will make Bootable Image CD with Image file(*.iso) as below.
a. Insert
empty disc to CD-RW Drive and start Nero “StartSmart”.
b. Select
“Nero Express”.
c. Select
“Disc Image or Saved Project.
d. Select File
Format as "Image Files(*.iso)".
e. Open Image
File(*.iso) which is sent from LGE.
f. Tab Burn
then burning will be started.
g. Burn
process completed as below, and tab “OK.
BIOS
/ EC Flash Process.
1. Insert
Bootable CD in PC, and Turn it on, then PC will boot by DOS mode as below. (If the EC is not correct or old version,
then automatically update EC first and reboot again)
2. Select Boot
mode, then press “Enter” Key.
3. Type in
LOGO SETTING at the “WIP ID :” then press Enter key (You must use Capital
Letter)
4. Type in
Mode Name at the “WIP ID :” then press Enter key (You must use Capital
Letter). (You can see the Model Name in
ID Label at the bottom Case of PC: “M/N: LMXX-XXXX”).
5. Type in
Serial No at the “WIP ID :” then press Enter key (You must use Capital
Letter). (You can see the Serial No in
ID Label at the bottom Case of PC: “S/N: 412KIXXXXXXXX”(13digits))
6. You can see
the BIOS flash process as below.
5. After
flashing is completed, you can see the “PASS” on your screen, and reboot your
PC.
