Sabio SD-KN1 Assembly Manual - page 6
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Sabio Digital KN1 Assembly Guide
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Section 5.0 – CPU, Thermal Module, and Discrete Graphics Installation
Follow these steps to install the CPU, thermal module, and optional discrete
graphics card on the Quanta KN1 notebook:
1. Be sure that power is disconnected and the battery pack is removed.
2. Lay notebook bottom-side up. The CPU, thermal module, and discrete
graphics assemblies are accessed from the bottom of the unit.
3. Remove cover plate using a small Phillips screwdriver.
4. Make sure the CPU socket is in the unlocked position by turning captured
screw head fully counter-clockwise.
5. Carefully place CPU on socket connector. Align arrow printed on top of
the CPU module with corresponding arrow on socket connector.
6. Lock CPU into place by turning the captured screw head clockwise until it
stops.
Do not tighten!
7. For KN1 units with discrete graphics, install the discrete graphics card by
inserting the card into the graphics card connector. Install before installing
the CPU thermal module. (#1, Illustration 5)
8. Align Thermal Module on top of CPU module and secure using three
captured screws (#2, Illustration 5)
9. Connect CPU fan wire from the Thermal Module to motherboard
connector. (#3, Illustration 5)
10. Secure the graphics card to the unit by fastening six screws (M2.0 x 4.0-
NI Nylock) with a Phillips screwdriver. (#4, Illustration 5)
Illustration 5 – CPU, Thermal Assembly, and Discrete Graphics
11. Install memory module(s) before replacing CPU thermal assembly cover.
(See Section 6.0 – Memory Module Installation)
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