MSI 1012W-013 Datasheet

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1-10 a.b.c.d Disengage the plastic cover gently at both sides and pull the plastic cover away from the notebook. Hint: Gently pry the plastic cover

1-12 a.b.c Remove the 2 Philips screws on the plastic tab from the case and lift the plastic tab upward.

1-13 a.b Unscrew only the Phillips-head screw on the metal shielding and remove the metal shielding. Step 2: Installing the CPU 2-1 a.b.c.d Unlock

2-3 Use a flathead screwdriver to disengage (Open) the socket actuator, as shown in figure 2-3a below. The socket actuator should open after only a

2-5 While gently holding the processor down with your finger, secure the processor in the socket by closing the socket actuator with a screwdriver (Se

2-8 a.b.c.d.e Lock the CPU heat sink diagonally or according to “1-2-3-4” shown on the CPU heat sink. !!! Improper unlocking or locking of the CPU

Step 3: Installing Notebook Memory 3-1 Remove the older module (if replacing) by pulling tabs of the socket outward using your thumbs. 3-2 The

3-3 a.b.c If you have more than one memory module, please align the 2nd memory module to the DIMM socket 2. Memory should be inserted firmly at a 45 d

!!! The location of the notch along the gold edge of the Mini PCI module needs to be lined up with keyed notch in the socket. Mini PCI module can only

5-3 a.b.c.d Remove the HDD connector (if replacing the older hard drive) by pulling it away from the hard drive. Insert the HDD connector to HDD. M

Overview: MS-1012 is shipped out as a bare bone. Some of the components are equipped while some are not. This installation guide provides you with the

5-4 a.b.c.d Slide the hard drive (with the connector) into the given hard drive shielding bay and fasten the hard drive you want to install with the

Step 6: Installing Notebook Optical Storage Device (OSD) 6-1 a.b Remove the two screws in order to secure the optical storage device on the botto

Step 7: Wrapping Up 7-1 a.b.c Install the plastic tab and fasten 2 Phillips screws on the plastic tab. 7-2 a.b Install the metal shielding near

7-3 a.b Align the plastic cover that is below the keyboard area and snap the plastic cover in place. !!! Move the cables out of the way if necessary

7-5 a.b.c.d Lay the keyboard face down on top of the case. Connect the keyboard cable and engage the cable and connector in place by pressing down t

7-7 a.b.c Connect the cable underneath the hinge cover. !!! There is only 1 correct connection of connecting the cable!!! !!! Be careful not to dam

7-9 Fasten all 9 Phillips-head screws. !!! Failure to apply any screws will damage the notebook.

Step 8: Entering BIOS

Before powering on the notebook, plug in notebook power adapter into the notebook. After pressing the power button, press <Del> immediately whic

Right view Left view Front view

Open view Others: Step 1: Removing the Cover 1-1 a.b.c.d.e.f.g.h.i Close the display. From the rear of the laptop, remove all 9 Philips screws.

1-2 a.b Remove both PCMCIA card and SD card. 1-3 Open your laptop to a 30 to 45 degree angle shown in the Figure below. 1-4 a.b.c.d.e Prepare a

1-5 a.b.c If necessary, while holding the hinge cover, carefully insert the flathead screwdriver under both side below the display assembly hinge,

1-6 a.b.c Unplug the connector underneath the hinge cover, so that it is out of the way. 1-7 Carefully remove the keyboard cover by lifting the k

1-8 Turn the keyboard over !!! Do not excessively bend or fold the keyboard cable. Excessive flexing can damage the keyboard cable connectors!!! 1