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pang15: Address review feedback
- Add barrel charger specs - Correct bottom panel screw count - Correct supported RAM speed - Correct CMOS battery plug orientation - Correct tweeter firing direction - Tweak battery replacement section header - Correct miscellaneous typos - Clarify RAM slot cover notes
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src/models/pang15/README.md

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- 1x HDMI 2.0
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- 2x DisplayPort 1.4 over USB-C
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- Memory
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- Up to 96GB (2x48GB) dual-channel DDR5 @ 6400 MHz
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- Up to 96GB (2x48GB) dual-channel DDR5 @ 5600 MHz
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- Networking
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- WiFi 6E/Bluetooth 5.2 (soldered)
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- Model: AzureWave AW-XM514NF
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- 100W USB-C charging
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- Lower-powered chargers supported with performance throttling
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- Included USB-C charger: Dongguan Aohai A879-200500C-US1
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- 100W (20V, 5A) DC-in port
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- Barrel size:
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- Outer port diameter: 3.5mm
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- Inner pin diameter: 1.35mm
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- Barrel length: 10mm
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- Barrel charger not included
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- 57.75Wh 4-cell Lithium-Ion battery
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- Model number: U716849PHV-4S1P
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- Sound

src/models/pang15/repairs.md

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- [Removing the bottom cover](#removing-the-bottom-cover)
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- [Replacing the RAM](#replacing-the-ram)
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- [Replacing an M.2/NVMe SSD](#replacing-an-m2nvme-ssd)
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- [Removing the battery](#removing-the-battery)
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- [Removing the battery](#replacing-the-battery)
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- [Reseating the WiFi/Bluetooth antennas](#reseating-the-wireless-antenna-connectors)
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- [Replacing the CMOS battery](#replacing-the-cmos-battery)
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- [Replacing the fans/heatsink/thermal paste](#replacing-the-cooling-system)
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1. Place the machine lid-side down.
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- Use a soft surface (such as a towel) to avoid scratches.
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2. Remove the 11 bottom panel screws.
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2. Remove the 7 bottom panel screws.
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- The back-center screw (highlighted red below) is longer than the rest of the screws.
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- The front four screws are mounted at an angle into the machine; hold the screwdriver at an angle for the easiest removal/installation.
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## Replacing the RAM:
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The Pangolin 15 supports up to 96GB (2x48GB) of DDR5 SO-DIMMs running at 6400MHz. If you've purchased new RAM, need to replace your RAM, or are reseating your RAM, follow these steps.
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The Pangolin 15 supports up to 96GB (2x48GB) of DDR5 SO-DIMMs running at 5600MHz. If you've purchased new RAM, need to replace your RAM, or are reseating your RAM, follow these steps.
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**Tools required:** Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver
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**Time estimate:** 10 minutes
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### Steps to replace the RAM:
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1. Follow the steps above to [remove the bottom cover](#removing-the-bottom-cover).
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2. Remove the black covers from the RAM strips, shown on the left below.
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- You can alternatively hold the covers away from the RAM strips while replacing them instead of entirely removing the covers.
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2. Remove the black protective covers from the RAM slots, shown on the left below.
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- Alternatively, you can pull the outer ends of the covers up and hold them away from the RAM sticks while replacing them instead of entirely removing the covers from the slots.
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![RAM slots](./img/ram-slots.webp)
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5. Insert the new M.2 drive into the slot and hold it in place.
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## Removing the battery:
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## Replacing the battery:
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The battery provides primary power whenever the system is unplugged.
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**Time estimate:** 10 minutes
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**Difficulty:** Easy <span style="color:green;">●</span>
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### Steps to remove the battery:
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### Steps to replace the battery:
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1. Follow the steps above to [remove the bottom cover](#removing-the-bottom-cover).
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2. Remove the seven battery screws, highlighted cyan below.
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![CMOS battery](./img/cmos-battery.webp)
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3. If you are replacing the CMOS battery, carefully peel it away from the adhesive holding it to the chassis.
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4. To clear the CMOS, [disconnect the main battery](#removing-the-battery), open the lid of the machine, and hold down the power button for at least 15 seconds to discharge any residual energy in the system.
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4. To clear the CMOS, [disconnect the main battery](#replacing-the-battery), open the lid of the machine, and hold down the power button for at least 15 seconds to discharge any residual energy in the system.
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5. Re-connect the CMOS battery and the main battery, and replace the bottom panel.
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- When connecting the CMOS battery, the red wire goes on the right, and the black wire goes on the left.
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- When connecting the CMOS battery, the red wire goes on the left, and the black wire goes on the right.
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6. Power up the machine. The system may power itself off and on after initial boot; this is normal behavior when the CMOS has been reset.
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The system has four bottom-firing speakers (two tweeters and two woofers). The left and right channels can be replaced independently.
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The system has four speakers (two top-firing tweeters and two bottom-firing woofers). The left and right channels can be replaced independently.
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- Left speakers (right side of machine when viewing from below):
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3. Unscrew the right tweeter screws, highlighted pink above.
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5. Slide the new woofer onnto the plastic posts, screw the new tweeter in, and connect the `SPK1` connector.
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5. Slide the new woofer onto the plastic posts, screw the new tweeter in, and connect the `SPK1` connector.
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6. Slide the new woofer onnto the plastic posts, screw the new tweeter in, and connect the `SPK2` connector.
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6. Slide the new woofer onto the plastic posts, screw the new tweeter in, and connect the `SPK2` connector.
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7. Replace the black tape and bottom panel.

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