Samsung NP950XEDA-EXP - Repair Manual

Software Update 6 Software Update Samsung Update Install and update Samsung apps and drivers on the computer. You can search for or download the BIOS, drivers, and apps over the internet. Keep the computer performing better and more stably with Samsung Update . • To check for available updates, the ...

Software Update 7 Samsung Recovery When a problem occurs with the computer, restore the computer back to the factory default settings by using the Samsung Recovery app (Recovery/Backup). It is also possible to restore the computer to a previously backed up point. Back up important data regularly bef...

Software Update 8 2 Select Computer factory reset → Start factory reset . Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery to its initial status. Backing up data Back up important data to an alternate internal drive or an external storage device regularly to prevent data loss. Backing up t...

Software Update 9 Backing up user data You can back up data files and folders. 1 Turn on the computer and press the F4 key several times before the Samsung logo appears. 2 Select Back up user data . 3 Select the files or folders to back up and choose a storage device to save the data to and then sel...

Software Update 11 Windows recovery feature If the Samsung Recovery app is not supported by the computer, reinstall Windows using the recovery feature of Windows. Reinstalling Windows will erase all data saved on the computer. Back up apps and personal data to an external storage device before reins...

Software Update 12 Why is the capacity representation of the hard disk drive (HDD) in Windows different from the product specifications? The capacity of the storage device (HDD or SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1 KB = 1,000 Bytes. However, the operating system (Windows) calcula...

User Test 13 User Test Samsung PC Diagnostics This app provides the diagnostic features to help you to quickly test the hardware components of Samsung PCs and easily check hardware issues. • Your PC must run the default OS which is provided by Samsung PC. • Images and features may differ depending o...

Exploded View and Parts List 15 Exploded View and Parts List Exploded View

Exploded View and Parts List 16 Parts List Number Name B0001 CASE REAR B0009 RUBBER FOOT UP B0010 RUBBER FOOT DOWN B2009 BRACKET POWER KEY I0005 SSD I0009 BATTERY K9000 Display M0008 Sub PBA M3000 FAN-L M3004 FAN-R M3005 HEAT SINK M4004 Main to Sub Cable T0001 Case Front T0101 Touchpad T0103 Fingerp...

Disassembly and Assembly 17 Disassembly and Assembly Tools for Disassembly and Assembly When repairing computers, you absolutely must wear protective equipment for your safety. Tool & Part Code Image Description Safety Goggles Prevents accidents during repair (protective equipment) Safety Gloves...

Disassembly and Assembly 19 Adhesives and Materials for Assembly The fasteners composition may vary depending on the repair parts, country, region, or carrier. Item Quantity Image Description Touchpad Film Jig BA81-19474A 1 1 2 3 Film to set touchpad (Total 3 ea) Touchpad Adhesive BA02-03420A 1 Adhe...

Disassembly and Assembly 20 Case Rear Remove • Be sure to remove the Case rear while the computer is fixed on a flat surface. • It is possible to damage parts or components when using sharp metal tools. 1 Using the opening tool, remove the 4 rubber feet on the Case rear. Because it is possible to da...

Disassembly and Assembly 22 Battery Connector Remove Using the tweezers, remove the battery connector. Be careful not to damage the near components. After you finish disassembling, refer to Battery Connector Assembly for how to reassemble.

Disassembly and Assembly 23 Main to Sub Cable Remove 1 Open the flip-lock and remove the Main to Sub FPC. Be careful not to break the connector when removing it. 1 2 1 2

Disassembly and Assembly 25 Battery Remove 1 Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on the battery and separate it. Be careful not to break the battery pack and other parts.Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screw...

Disassembly and Assembly 29 SSD Module Remove Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the screw located on the SSD, and then pull the SSD horizontally out of the SSD socket to separate it. • If two SSDs are installed, separate the other SSD using the same method. • Check the number of screws that hav...

Disassembly and Assembly 30 Fan Remove 1 Using a cross-head screwdriver, separate the 3 screws on the left side fan and remove the left side fan. Be careful not to damage the near components.Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled ...

Disassembly and Assembly 32 Main PBA and Sub PBA Remove 1 Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 3 screws on the sub PBA and remove the bracket and sub PBA. Be careful not to damage the near components.Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that ...

Disassembly and Assembly 34 Display Remove 1 Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 2 screws on the right/left hinges. Be careful not to damage the near components.Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside ...

Disassembly and Assembly 35 Fingerprint Sensor Remove 1 Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the 3 screws on the fingerprint sensor bracket. Be careful not to damage the near components.Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled scr...

Disassembly and Assembly 37 Speaker Remove Remove the left and right speaker. Left Right After you finish disassembling, refer to Speaker Assembly for how to reassemble.

Disassembly and Assembly 38 Touchpad Remove 1 Using the tweezers, pull the two tapes heads on two sides. 2 Using the tweezers, remove the yellow tape and disconnect the touchpad FFC cable from the connector. Keep the yellow tape to reuse it for assembly.

Disassembly and Assembly 40 Speaker Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the left and right speaker to the right location following the guide p...

Disassembly and Assembly 41 Fingerprint Sensor Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. 1 Align the fingerprint sensor module on the Case front. 2 Align ...

Disassembly and Assembly 43 Touchpad Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. 1 Film jig is required to assemble the touchpad. Prepare the touchpad film ...

Disassembly and Assembly 50 Display Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. 1 Prepare display part and open the hinge to maximum angle.Place the display...

Disassembly and Assembly 52 Main PBA Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. 1 Place the main PBA to the Case front in accordance with the guide pole of...

Disassembly and Assembly 53 Sub PBA Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. 1 Place the sub PBA to the Case front in accordance with the guide pole of t...

Disassembly and Assembly 54 Fan Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the right and left side of fan modules to the Case front and using a cross...

Disassembly and Assembly 55 SSD Module Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. After placing the SSD on the SSD module socket, use a cross-head screwdri...

Disassembly and Assembly 58 Battery Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the battery module and using a cross-head screwdriver, fasten the 4 sc...

Disassembly and Assembly 61 Battery Connector Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. Place the battery connector and press it until you feel click.

Disassembly and Assembly 62 Case Rear Assembly Leaving screws inside the computer may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the computer. 1 Align the Case rear with the Case front and press along the edges to ass...