TOSHIBA SATELLITE L630 - L635 Notebook - DISASSEMBLE PROCEDURE
How to disassemble: Satellite L630 - L635
Removing the Bridge Media_ Removing the HDD_ Removing the Memory Module.
Always begin disassembly by removing the AC adapter and
battery pack. Remove the optional parts
and accessories as well.
To remove a pressure plate connector, pull up the tabs on
either side of the connector's plastic pressure plate and gently pull the cable
out of the connector. To reconnect the cable to the pressure plate's connector,
raise the pressure plate up to a satisfactory height and slide the cable into
the connector. Secure the cable in the correct position by pressing down the
sides of the pressure plate so that the plate is flush with the sides of the
connector. Grasp and pull the cable gently to check that the cable is connected
firmly. If the cable comes off the connector, reinsert the cable by raising the
pressure plate up to a satisfactory height.
Normal pin connectors are used for all the other types of
cables. These connectors can be installed or removed by simply inserting them
or pulling them out.
Removing the Battery Pack.
When handling the battery packs, use care not to short
circuit the terminals. Do not drop, hit, twist, or bend the battery packs. Do
not scratch or break up their casing.
* Turn the computer upside down so that the back is facing
you.
* Slide out the battery lock.
* Slide the battery release latch and remove the battery pack
from the computer.
Removing the Bridge Media.
Push a Bridge media. It will pop out partly when you
release, so pull out the Bridge media.
Removing the Memory Module
Remove the memory module according to the following
procedures, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode.
* Spread out the two memory lock latches so that the memory
module pops up.
* Pull the memory module up and out at an angle, using care to
avoid touching the connectors.
CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory modules
or in the computer. Contaminated connectors can cause memory access problems.
Removing the HDD
* Release the M2.5x2.5 black flat head screw securing the HDD pack.
* Remove the HDD pack by pulling the pack, following the
direction of the arrows.
Removing the ODD Bay Module.
* Turn the computer upside down.
* Remove the M2x5 white flat head screw.
* Push out on the ODD bay module in the direction of the
arrow.
