Asus STRIX SCAR 17 Series, G733Z Manual

Service Overview

• Carefully read through this Service Guide for a look at various components of the device before performing any service and repairs.
• To provide the best service, we have provided the below information for technicians from distributors and resellers to perform the complete device disassembly and assembly. Before performing the procedures, please be sure to read through the overview in this service guide for component overview to avoid any unwarranted damages to the device hardware.
• The following contents include all part numbers mentioned in the service guide are used for reference only, if you need the exact part number for ordering, please refer to the Orderbook.
• Due to sales policy difference, the components might have different specifications on the same series product, please refer to E-manual by model.

Due to sales policy difference, the components may have different specifications on the same model. If you have any operational issues, please contact the service hotline.

ROG STRIX SCAR 17(G733Z) Overview

Top View (lid closed)

Components Bottom View

Repair Overview

This chapter describes disassembly and assembly, please follow the information provided in this section to perform the complete disassembly procedure.

Precautions: Before you perform any service or repair on the notebook, please pay special attention to the cautions prevent any damages to the notebook.

1. Be sure that the notebook is powered down.
2. Before disassembling any part, please disconnect all power source. ex: AC plug/Battery connector/Power protect screw etc.
3. Remove all rings, watches and any other metal objects from your hands.
   
4. Always wear a ground strap on your hand to protect the notebook from static discharge.
5. Please refer to "ANSI ESD S20.20" about ESD protection measure.
6. Put the disassembled parts in the functional PE BAG to avoid any damages of the A/B/C/D part.
   
7. The maintenance environment temperature is 20-30 ℃ and humidity is 40% - 70%.
8. To avoid scratching on the surface of machine; please use anti-static and soft materials to put on desk in repair environment as below photo.
   

9. Screw Appearance Criteria: If the screws have the following damaged appearance, please do not use.

1. Shape deformed.
   
2. Damaged head – unable to drive in or the stripped screw.
   
3. Damaged unable to securely tighten.
   
4. Paint scratched off.
   
5. Rusty
   

10. The following chapter includes all part numbers mentioned in service guide are used for reference only, actual part name depends on different SKU, if you need the exact part number for ordering, please refer to the Orderbook.
11. Due to sales policy difference, the components may have different specifications on the same model. Please note that all pictures and components shown on Service Guide are for disassembly/assembly description purpose only, so please refer to the actual product for disassemble/assemble.

Appropriate Tools

Please prepare and select the appropriate tools to disassemble/assemble for the ROG STRIX SCAR 17 (G733Z) series notebook.

Please prepare and select the appropriate tools to disassemble/assemble for the ROG STRIX SCAR 17 (G733Z) series notebook.

BOTTOM CASE

Disassembly Notice

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	7	M2.5*12L(4.6,0.85)(K) #1	2.5±0.2
	3	M2.5*6L(4.5,0.5)(K)#1	2.5±0.2
	1	Retention Screw	2.5±0.2

1. Remove screws *10pcs.
2. Use plastic blade to pry the bottom case.
3. Disconnect LED R and LED L connector.

Disassembly Notice

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	2	M2*3.5L (4,0.8)(K) #1	2.0±0.2

1. Tear off BTM U bar corner Mylar*2pcs.
   
2. Remove screws*2pcs and LED module.
   
3. Disconnect LED BD FFC*2pcs.

Assembly Notice
Please follow red mark below to tidy FFC.

The Mylar should not be wrinkled or skewed.

If FFC is damage during disassembly, please replace new one. Here are some samples of FFC damage:

BATTERY

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Before disassembly battery connector, please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery more than ten seconds in order to IC damage.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque(kgf-cm)
	4	M2*3.5L (4,0.8)(K) #1	2.0±0.2

1. Use the non-conductive pry tool to push iron sheet.
2. Use the non-conductive pry tool to disconnect battery connector.
3. Remove screws *4pcs.
4. Remove BATTERY.
5. Remove BATTERY Cable. 1

SSD and DDR

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	1	M2*2.5L (5,0.5) (K) #1	2.0±0.2

1. Remove the screws *2pcs.
   
2. Remove SSD *2pcs.
   
3. Remove SSD thermal pad.
   
4. Tear off DDR Absorber.
   
5. Unlock and remove DDR.
   

SOUL KEY BOARD

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Disconnect the FFC connector.
   
2. Remove the screw *1pc and remove SOUL KEY BD.
   
3. Disconnect the FFC connector.
   

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	1	M2*3.5L (4,0.8) (K) #1	2.0±0.2

Assembly Notice
If FFC is damage during disassembly, please replace new one. Here are some samples of FFC damage:

WIFI CARD

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	1	M2*2.5L (5,0.5) (K) #1	2.0±0.2

1. Disconnect the RF CABLE *2pcs.
   
2. Remove screw *1pc.
   
3. Remove WIFI CARD.
   

Assembly Notice
Please according to below image to assemble RF cable.

SPEAKER

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Release the tape *2pcs.
2. Disconnect the SPEAKER connector.
3. Remove the SPEAKER.

Assembly Notice
For Speaker assembly, please follow the mark below to tidy cable.

FAN

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	6	M2*4.5L (4.5,0.8) (K) #1	1.8±0.1

1. Disconnect the connectors *4pcs.(yellow mark)
2. Remove screws *6pcs.(red mark)
   
3. Release tapes *3pcs.
   
4. Move the LOGO BACK LIGHT and EDP cable.
   
5. Remove FAN *2pcs.
   

Assembly Notice
Please use the correct technique to take fans off to avoid getting out of shape.

Please tidy up LOGO BACK LIGHT and EDP cable according to below image.

MAIN BOARD With THERMAL MODULE

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	8	M2*3.5L (4,0.8)(K) #1	2.0±0.2
	6	M2*4.5L (4.5,0.8) (K) #1	1.5±0.2

1. Disconnect the connectors. (yellow mark)
2. Tear off TP MODULE GND CONDUCTIVE TAPE.
3. Remove screws *8pcs. (red mark)
4. Remove MB and Thermal module.
   

THERMAL MODULE

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Please follow the reverse screws numbers to remove screws *8pcs.
2. Remove the THERMAL MODULE from MB.

Recommend that the force point is at green block, and pull up thermal module to take it out. Do not pull up at red block and also notice the thermal pipe should not have deformation.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	8	M2*3.5L (4,0.8) (K) #1	2.5±0.2

Assembly Notice

1. THERMAL MODULE Location:[VRAM/CHOKE/MOS]
   Material: FCR-AS Grease
   MB Location:[GPU]
   Material: GA500 Grease
   MB Location:[CPU]
   Material: Conductonaut Extreme Liquid Metal
2. Please follow the screws numbers to lock screws *8pcs.

Thermal paste, thermal pads, liquid metal, or other thermal interface materials must be thoroughly removed and replaced if this component is removed. Ensure that replacement materials are available before proceeding, or contact an authorized service center for assistance.

The heat sink contains liquid metal and should only be removed by authorized service personnel. Significant damage may occur to motherboard components if the heat sink is improperly removed.

MAIN BOARD

Mainboard connector placement

Materials on mainboard

INDICATOR BD

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Remove the INDICATOR BD (yellow mark).
   
2. Disconnect the FFC*1pc (green mark).
   

Assembly Notice
If FFC is damage during disassembly, please replace new one. Here are some samples of FFC damage:

MIC BOARD

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Remove the screws *4pcs.
2. Slip and remove THERMAL COVER.
3. Remove the screw and Hinge cover.
4. Disconnect the FFC and remove the screws *2pcs.
   
5. Remove the MIC BD and MIC RUBBER *2pcs.
   

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	2	M2*3.5L (4,0.8)(K) #1	2.0±0.2
	2	M2.5*4.5L(4.5,0.8)(K) #1	2.5±0.2
	1	M1.6*3L (2.9,0.4) (K) #0	1.0±0.1
	2	M2*2L(8,0.8) (K)#1	2.0±0.1

KEYBOARD MODULE

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Remove the screws*6pcs.
   
2. Remove the KEYBOARD MODULE.
   
3. Remove Speaker woodfer.
   
4. Remove TOUCHPAD MODULE.
   

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	6	M2.5*4.5L(4.5,0.8)(K) #1	2.5±0.2
	3	M2*3.5L (4.5,0.8)(K) #1	2.0±0.2

Assembly Notice
For New TOUCHPAD Module assembly, please follow the steps below.

1. Assembly below parts on new TP FRAME.
   
2. Assembly TP FRAME on Top case, paste TP PCB TAPE and tear off the release paper.
   

When reassembly TOUCHPAD, please make sure to paste GND CONDUCTIVE TAPE.

LCD BEZEL

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Remove LCD BEZEL.

Assembly Notice
When reuse the LCD BEZEL: Please paste new LCD BEZEL ADHESIVE before assembly BEZEL. (New LCD BEZEL already contains LCD BEZEL ADHESIVE *4pcs)

LCD PANEL

Disassembly Notice
Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

1. Remove screws *8pcs, then remove Right hinge.
2. Unlock hinge cap hook, then remove L hinge.
3. Pull out LCD adhesive *2pcs.
   Please pull the adhesive up about 30 degree slowly, and don't pull out the tape in vertical direction!
   
4. Disconnect the EDP cable then separate LCD PANEL.
   Flip up the panel, and disconnect the EDP cable.
   

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
	8	M2*3L (4.5,0.5)(K) #0	2.0±0.2

Assembly Notice

1. When replace or reuse the LCD COVER:
   Please check paste the following parts and tidy up cable:
   
   1. LCD ADHESIVE *2pcs (Blue mark) (New LCD COVER already contains LCD ADHESIVE *2pcs)
   2. LOGO BACK LIGHT MODULE *1pc (Yellow mark)
   3. V cut lighting *1pc (Green mark).
2. Please tidy up EDP and V cut lighting cable according to below image.
   

Safety precautions

• Keep liquids or moisture away from your Notebook PC before installing or removing any components.
• Ensure to place your Notebook PC on a stable surface before installing or removing any components.
• Detach the clip or flap before removing the signal cables to prevent damage.
• Disconnect the power plug by pulling the plug evenly to avoid damage. Ensure to connect the signal cables in the correct orientation.
• Disconnect all power cables and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC with liquid detergent to avoid risk of electric shock.
• Disconnect all power cables and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before installing or removing any components. Ensure to read and follow the instructions in the manual.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Keep liquids or moisture away from your Notebook PC to avoid short circuits.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs.
• Ensure to properly install all the components before connecting the AC power.
• Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers.
• Ensure to install the correct screw models on your Notebook PC to prevent damage.

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