G513R Series Asus Strix G15 Gaming Laptops User Guide

: September 9, 2024
: Asus

G513R Series Asus Strix G15 Gaming Laptops

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ASUS is not responsible for direct, indirect, intentional or unintentional damages resulting from improper installation and operation.

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 staticelectricity.
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.

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 guidefor 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.

ASUS ROG STRIX G15 Overview

ASUS ROG STRIX G15 (G513R) series Overview

Top View

Display panel
Status indicators
Capital lock indicator
Array microphones
Power button
Keyboard
Touchpad/NumberPad(On selected models)

Bottom View

Air vents
Audio speakers
Compartment cover

Rear View

Air vents
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® / DisplayPort / Power Delivery combo port
HDMI output port
LAN port
Power (DC) input port

Right View

Air vents

Left View

Air vents
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack

Components

Components Top View

Components Bottom View

Repair Overview

This chapter describes disassembly and assembly (Assemble document please look up from the last page), 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.

Be sure that the notebook is powered down.
Before disassembling any part, please disconnect all power source. ex: AC plug/Battery connector/Power protect screw etc.
Remove all rings, watches and any other metal objects from your hands.
Always wear a ground strap on your hand to protect the notebook from static discharge.
Please refer to “ANSI ESD S20.20” about ESD protection measure.
Put the disassembled parts in the functional PE BAG to avoid any damages of the A/B/C/D part.
The maintenance environmenttemperature is 20-30℃and humidity is 40% -70%.
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.
Screw Appearance Criteria:
If the screws have the following damaged appearance, please do not use.
- Shape deformed.
- Damaged head –unable to drive in or the stripped screw.
- Damaged unable to securely tighten.
- Paint scratched off.
- Rusty
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.
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 ASUS ROG StrixG15 (G513R) seriesnotebook.

Please prepare and select the appropriate tools to disassemble/assemble for the ASUS ROG StrixG15 (G513R) series notebook.

Item	Part Name	Memo
❶	Silicone scraping pen

❷

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Conductonaut 1g (Liquid Metal)

| Please store it in the environment of 10 ~ 40 ℃.

Please keep cover tightly closed until ready for next time use.

Shipping category : Dangerous Goods.

❸| AMD Rembrandt steel plate|
❹| Stainless steel plate (60mm20mm0.2t)|
❺| 95% alcohol|
❻| Dust-free cloth|
❼| Dust-free cotton swab//class 100 (100pcs)|

BOTTOM CASE

Disassembly Notice

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

For G513RE/RC/RH (X60)

For G513RX (X50)

Disassembly Notice

Step 1: Remove screw*2pcs.
Step 2: Remove LED module.
Step 3: Disconnect LED R and LED L FFC*2pcs.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)

| 2| 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:
Please follow red mark below to tidy up FFC.

BATTERY And SSD

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.

Step 1 : Disconnect the battery connector.
Step 2 : Remove screws *2pcs on the SSD.
Step 3 : Remove SSD and PAD, tear off Graphite sheet.
Step 4 : Remove screw *4pcs on the BATTERY.
Step 5 : Disconnect the battery cable.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque(kgf-cm)
4	M2*3.5L(4,0.8) (K)#1	2.0±0.2
2	M2*2.5L (5.0,0.8) (K) #1	2.0±0.2

Assembly Notice

When installing the SSD, please keep the SSD less then 15 degrees with motherboard, and then insert the SSD.
For SSD assembly, please paste the Graphite Sheet. Graphite sheet don’t reuse.
Please use this SSD slot as first priority.

DDR

Disassembly Notice

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

Step 1 : Tear off the DDR Absorber.
Step 2 : Unlock the DDR.
Step 3 : Remove the DDR.

Assembly Notice

After DDR assembly, please paste the Absorber on slot.

SOUL KEY BD AND WIFI CARD

SOUL KEY BD

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

Step 1 : Remove screw *2pcs.
Step 2: Remove SOUL KEY BOARD.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
2	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.

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

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
1	M2*2.5L (5.0,0.8) (K) #1	2.0±0.2

Assembly Notice

Please according to below image to assemble RF cable.

SPEAKER AND FAN

SPEAKER

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

Step 1 : Release tape and gasket *4pcs.
Step 2 : Disconnect the SPEAKER connector.
Step 3 : Remove the SPEAKER.

Assembly Notice

For Speaker assembly, please follow yellow and red mark below to tidy up cable.

FAN

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

Step 1 : Disconnect (yellow mark) connector.
Step 2 : Remove screws *6pcs.
Step 3 : Remove FAN *2pcs.

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

Assembly Notice

If FFC is damage during disassembly, please replace new one. Here are some samples of FFC damage:
Please use the correct technique to take fans off to avoid getting out of shape.
Please follow the red mark to connectors.

THERMAL MODULE

THERMAL MODULE(with MB)

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

Step 1 : Disconnect (yellow mark) connector and release tapes (orange mark).
Step 2 : Remove screws *8pcs (blue mark) and remove Thermal module (with MB).
Step 3 : Please follow the reverse screws numbers to remove screws *8pcs, then remove the THERMAL MODULE from MB.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
8	M2*3.5L (4,0.8)(K) #1	2.5±0.2
8	M2*3.5L (4,0.8)(K) #1	2.0±0.2

IMPORTANT! 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.
WARNING! 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.

Assembly Notice

THERMAL MODULE Location:[VRAM/CHOKE/MOS]
- Material: FCR-AS Grease
- MB Location: [GPU]
- Material: GA500 Grease
- MB Location: [CPU]
- Material: Conductonaut Liquid Metal
Please follow the screws numbers to lock screws *8pcs.
Please tidy up EDP cable according to below image.

MAIN BOARD

Mainboard connector placement

Materials on mainboard

INDICATOR BD

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

Step 1 : Release KB BRKT LED BD CONDUCTIVE TAPE *2pcs.
Step 2 : Disconnect connect *2pcs.
Step 3 : Remove INDICATION BD.

Assembly Notice

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

MODULES

TOUCHPAD MODULE

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

Step 1 : Take away the Antenna cable.
Step 2 : Tear off the gasket.
Step 3 : Disconnect and remove TP FFC.
Step 4 : Remove screws*3pcs.
Step 5 : Remove TOUCHPAD MODULE.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
3	M2*2.5L (5,0.5)(K)#1	1.5±0.2

Assembly Notice

When reassembly TOUCHPAD, please make sure to paste below parts.

Assembly Notice

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

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

KEYBOARD MODULE

_ Disassembly Notice: _Please be sure to pull out adapter and disconnect the battery.

Step 1 : Remove screws *4pcs.
Step 2 : Remove hinge cover.
Step 3 : Remove screws *6pcs.
Step 4 : Open and remove keyboard module.

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

Assembly Notice

Please follow the red mark location to assembly and tidy up WIFI ANTENNA.

MIC BOARD

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

Step 1: Disconnect the FFC and remove the screws*2pcs.
Step 2: Remove MIC RUBBER.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)

| 2| M2*2L(8,0.8) (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:

LCD INSTRUCTIONS

LCD BEZEL

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

Remove LCD BEZEL.

Start from the bottom right corner of the bezel, using the Plastic Blade to pry open bezel.
Due to tapes behind the lower edge of bezel, please follow the direction shown in the red arrow, peel the bezel away slowly. While peeling, please move the Plastic Blade slowly in the parallel direction to the panel and pressing the panel’s black Mylar downward (As mark in green) to ensure the black Mylar and the tape behind the bezel are well separated.
Due to tapes behind the lower edge of bezel, please follow the direction shown in the yellow arrow, peel the bezel away slowly. While peeling, please move the Plastic Blade slowly in the parallel direction to the panel and pressing the panel’s black Mylar downward (As mark in green) to ensure the black Mylar and the tape behind the bezel are well separated.

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.

Step 1 : Remove screws *8pcs, then remove R hinge.
Step 2 : Unlock hinge cap hook, then remove L hinge.
Step 3 : Pull out LCD adhesive *2pcs.
Step 4 : Flip up the panel, and disconnect the EDP cable.

Screws	QTY	Spec	Torque (kgf-cm)
8	M2*3L (4.5,0.5) (K)#1	2.5±0.2 kgf-cm

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

A. Before assembly L HINGE, please follow the steps to tidy up EDP cable, hinge cap and L HINGE.
B. When reusing the LCD PANEL or BEZEL: Please use the fingertip to clean the residual glue on PANEL or BEZEL.
C. When assembly the LCD PANEL: Align the LCD to the upper side of the LCD Cover.

LCD COVER

Assembly Notice

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

A. When reuse the LCD COVER :

Please paste LCD ADHESIVE R and L *2pcs (yellow mark).
(New LCD COVER already contains LCD ADHESIVE R and L *2pcs)

B. Please follow the green mark to tidy up the EDP cable.

FAQ

Q: Can I upgrade the components in the ASUS STRIX G15 series?
- A: Yes, certain components like RAM and storage can be upgraded. Refer to the service guide for detailed instructions.
Q: How do I clean the laptop’s air vents?
- A: Use compressed air to blow out dust and debris from the air vents. Ensure the laptop is powered off before cleaning.
Q: What should I do if the keyboard or touchpad stops working?
- A: Try restarting the laptop first. If the issue persists, check for driver updates or contact ASUS support for further assistance.