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ASUS ROG Strix (G10CE) Service Manual

Overview

This document provides comprehensive service and disassembly instructions for the ASUS ROG Strix (G10CE) desktop computer. It covers component identification, necessary tools, and detailed step-by-step procedures for removing and installing various parts of the system.

Front & Top View

The front of the computer features a distinctive ROG Strix design. Key external controls and ports include:

  • Power button: Located on the top panel.
  • Headset port: For audio input/output.
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports: For high-speed data transfer.

Rear Panel View

The rear panel provides connectivity for peripherals and displays:

  • PS/2 mouse port
  • PS/2 keyboard port
  • HDMI™ port
  • Display port
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (teal blue, Type A)
  • Microphone port (pink)
  • Line Out port (lime)
  • Line In port (light blue)
  • Power connector
  • Expansion slot brackets
  • ASUS Graphics Cards (on selected models only)
  • LAN (RJ-45) port
  • Air vents

Components Top View

Various components are visible from the top of the chassis:

  • VGA CARD
  • SYS FAN
  • LED BD. CR
  • HDD SATA CABLE
  • WIFI ANTENNA
  • POWER SWITCH HOLDER
  • I/O: 6USB/2DP/HDM/LAN//AJ:3AUDIO/2PS2/IO00N961239C
  • SIDE DOOR PLATE
  • CPU
  • CPU COOLER
  • LED BD. UP
  • AUDIO CABLE
  • CABLE USB3.0 FIO TO MB L500
  • SIDE LED CABLE
  • GL10DH SATA CABLE 15P F/P 430MM
  • SSD
  • MAIN BOARD
  • LED BD. DOWN
  • POWER SW CABLE
  • FFC CABLE (20P 0.5 L50mm)
  • ANTENNA GASKET
  • SPNL SCREW PACKAGE
  • WIFI CARD
  • HDD
  • LED BD. SIDEUP
  • USB2.0 CRB TO MB L750
  • FFC CABLE (14P 0.5 L50mm)
  • FIOL ODD OPPENING SHIEL
  • G10CE SUB ASSY
  • DDR
  • FRONT IO BD
  • LED BD. SIDEDOWN
  • POWER SUPPLY
  • BEZEL MYLAR
  • M2 PAD

Components Bottom View

Components visible from the bottom of the chassis include:

  • VGA Card
  • SYS FAN
  • LED BD CR
  • LED BD. SIDEDOWN
  • DDR
  • CPU COOLER
  • LED BD. UP
  • SSD
  • CPU
  • LED BD. DOWN
  • WIFI CARD
  • FRONT IO BD
  • USB CONN GASKET
  • LED BD. SIDEUP

Appropriate Tools

The following tools are recommended for disassembly and assembly:

  • Screwdriver: Select appropriate size and head based on screw specifications.
  • Plastic Blade: For prying and separating components.
  • Plastic Tweezers: For handling and tidying cables.
  • Thickness Gauge: For measuring gaps (0.05mm-1.5mm).
  • Magnetism Board: To organize screws and prevent mixing.
  • Alcohol 95%: For cleaning thermal paste residue.
  • Glove: For handling components cleanly.
  • Dust-free Cloth: For cleaning.
  • Thermal Grease: For CPU/GPU thermal management.
  • Cable Tie: For cable management.
  • Needle nose pliers: For gripping small parts.

Disassembly Steps

Slide Door

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

Steps:

  1. Remove screws (4 pcs).
  2. Pull the side doors (2 pcs).
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]4#6-32*6.3L (7.3,2.45)(B)//KL,MACHINE NY B-ZN #28.0±0.5

Diagram Description: The process involves removing four screws from the rear of the chassis, then pulling the side doors to detach them. The resulting detached side panels are labeled SLIDE DOOR (L) and SLIDE DOOR (R).

VGA CARD

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

Steps:

  1. Disconnect (yellow mark) connector (1 pc).
  2. Open the door.
  3. Remove screws (4 pcs).
  4. Press and unlock the VGA card.
  5. Take out the VGA card.
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque(kgf-cm)
[Screw]2M3*6L (5.5,2.15) (P) #26.0±0.5
[Screw]2#6-32 L6*H2.3 (B)B-NI-ZN4.0±0.5

Diagram Description: The procedure shows disconnecting a yellow-marked connector, opening a panel, removing four screws, pressing a retention clip (green mark), and finally removing the VGA card.

FAN

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

Steps:

  1. Disconnect (yellow mark) FAN connector (1 pc).
  2. Remove 4 screws on the outside of the iron grid.
  3. Take out the Fan (1 pc).
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]4M5*10L (F) W-NI (TP5)8.0±0.5

Diagram Description: The steps involve disconnecting the fan's power connector (yellow mark), then unscrewing four screws from the exterior of the heatsink/fan assembly, followed by removing the fan.

DDR & SSD CARD

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

Steps:

  1. Unlock then remove DDR (4 pcs).
  2. Remove screw (1 pc) then take out the SSD (1 pc).
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]1M2*3L(4.6,0.8) (K)#12.0 ±0.2

Assembly Notice: Please follow the below criteria to assemble DDR.

DDR Assembly Slots:

Memory slot1pcs2pcs3pcs4pcs
DIMM A1●●●●
DIMM A2●●●
DIMM B1●●
DIMM B2●

Diagram Description: The process shows unlocking RAM modules from their slots and removing a single screw to detach the SSD. The assembly notice provides a visual guide for populating DDR slots.

2nd M.2 SSD

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

Assembly Steps:

  1. Install stand off to lock (1 pc, yellow mark).
  2. Install M.2 SSD (1 pc).
  3. Lock screw (1 pc).
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
Step-1 [Stand Off]1D640MB STAND OFF M2*4.6H*4.75D3.0 ±0.3
Step-3 [Lock Screw]1SCREW M2*3L(4.6,0.8) (K)#12.0 ±0.2

Diagram Description: The procedure involves installing a stand-off, then placing the M.2 SSD onto the motherboard, and finally securing it with a small screw. A diagram illustrates the stand-off dimensions and installation.

CPU COOLER

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

Steps:

  1. Disconnect CPU_FAN connector.
  2. Unscrew (4 pcs) CPU buckle.
  3. Remove the CPU Cooler.

Diagram Description: The steps show disconnecting the CPU fan cable, unscrewing four mounting screws or clips securing the cooler, and then lifting the cooler off the CPU. A note advises to gently wiggle the cooler if it's difficult to remove.

MAIN BOARD & WIFI CARD & CPU

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

Steps:

  1. Disconnect (yellow mark) connectors (6 pcs).
  2. Remove screws (8 pcs, Red & Blue mark).
  3. Remove screw (1 pc) and antenna (2 pcs, Green mark).
  4. Take out the Main Board.
  5. Remove the CPU.
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Connector]2M3*4L (6.3,2.05) (P) #26.0±0.5
[Screw]6#6-32*6L(7.1,2.3) (B) #28.0±0.5
[Screw + Antenna]1 + 2M2*3L(5.0,0.8) (K)#12.0±0.5

CPU Disassembly Notice: Pin facing down on Processor packaging to protect the CPU.

CPU Assembly Instructions: CPU triangle must be aligned to MB triangle. Then, lock the CPU.

Diagram Description: The process involves disconnecting various cables (yellow), unscrewing motherboard mounting screws (red/blue), removing a specific screw and antennas (green), lifting out the motherboard, and finally removing the CPU by pressing down on retention clips and lifting.

MAIN BOARD

Assembly Notice: Please follow the below image to Add sponge (4 pcs, red mark) on motherboard DIMM Area.

Diagram Description: An image of the motherboard's rear side shows a red rectangle highlighting the DIMM slots area, with an arrow pointing to a sponge component labeled "D700TD MB SPONGE L35 W8 T8//L35 W8 T8".

MAIN BOARD with CPU COOLER & CPU

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

Instructions:

  1. Ensure thermal material is re-applied to the CPU Die if the thermal module is reassembled.
  2. Use dust-free cloth with 95% alcohol to clean residual thermal grease on CPU & GPU Die.
  3. Use a plastic tool (plastic stick) to apply Thermal Grease over the CPU, approximately 0.2~0.3mm thick.

Attention:

  • Clean plastic tool with Dust-free cloth and 95% alcohol before use.
  • Mix thermal grease well before use to prevent oil-grease separation.

Diagram Description: The procedure shows cleaning the CPU die with alcohol and a cloth, then applying thermal grease using a plastic stick to achieve a uniform layer.

FRONT COVER AND LED BOARD

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

Steps:

  1. Pull the latch slightly away.
  2. Turn over the front case and disconnect the connectors (3 pcs of cable inside).
  3. Tear off the Mylar.
  4. Disconnect FFC (2 pcs).
  5. Remove screws (7 pcs).
  6. Disconnect the connector.
  7. Remove screws (2 pcs) located on the LED BD. SIDEDOWN.
  8. Take out the LED BD. SIDEDOWN (1 pc).
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]7M3*8L (X) W-NI4.0±0.5
[Screw]2M2.5*4L (K) B-ZN NY #12.5±0.5

Notice: Please note there are cable retainers on the front case and mainframe.

Assembly Notice: If FFC is damaged during disassembly, please replace it with a new one. Samples of FFC damage are shown.

Diagram Description: The steps illustrate releasing latches, disconnecting cables, removing screws, and detaching the front cover and LED board.

LED CR BD for 2D (Metal side door) SKU only

Assembly Notice: Before assembling the cable on the LED CR BD, please add 2 pcs ACETATE tape on the LED CR BD Pin as shown in the picture.

QTYSpec
2G35CA PINHEADER ACETATE FABRIC

Diagram Description: Images show the "Before" and "After" states of the LED CR BD, with acetate tape applied to specific pins. An instruction highlights that the acetate tape MUST CROSS OVER THE PIN and should be stuck in alignment with the edge of the FPC CONNECTOR.

Cable for 2D(Metal side door) and 4D(Plastic side door) only

Assembly Notice: Before assembling two cables, please follow below to paste ACETATE TAPE.

QTYSpec
2G15DK USB CABLE ACETATE TAPE

Steps:

  • Step 1-1: Winding the two cables with ACETATE TAPE to increase the insulation layer.
  • Step 1-2: Double arrow (angle between 10~80mm).

Note: The two cables are GL10DH SATA CABLE 15P F/P 430MM and CABLE USB2.0 CRB TO MB L750.

Diagram Description: The images show the "Before" and "After" application of acetate tape on two different cables (SATA and USB). Instructions indicate a 10mm gap and where to "Paste here" for a 10mm-80mm section. A detail notice clarifies that for the CABLE USB2.0 CRB TO MB L750, tape is NOT NEEDED on one side.

POWER SWITCH

Disassembly Notice: ⚠️ Please be sure to pull out AC POWER CORD.

Steps:

  1. Push hooks then take out POWER SW CABLE with POWER SWITCH HOLDER from CHASSIS.
  2. Push hooks then separate POWER SW CABLE and POWER SWITCH HOLDER.

Assembly Notice:

  • When reusing an old POWER SWITCH HOLDER, please ensure the hooks are not broken or deformed.
  • Please follow the images to assemble the POWER SW CABLE and POWER SWITCH HOLDER.

Diagram Description: The procedure shows releasing and taking out the power switch cable and holder assembly by pushing release tabs. Then, it shows separating the cable from the holder by releasing more hooks.

TOP COVER AND FRONT IO BD AND LED BD

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

Steps:

  1. Disconnect connectors (1 pc) and remove screws (3 pcs) located on the LED BD. SIDEUP.
  2. Remove screws (2 pcs).
  3. Pull the latch slightly away from the edge case until it's detached.
  4. Take out the Top Case.
  5. Disconnect connectors (2 pcs) and remove screw (1 pc) on the Front IO BD.
  6. Remove screws (2 pcs).
  7. Pull the IO BD bracket.
  8. Remove Screws (2 pcs).
  9. Remove the Front IO BD.
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]3M2.5*4L (K) B-ZN NY #12.5±0.5
[Screw]4#6-32 L6*H2.3 (B) W-NI//UNEEC8.0±0.5
[Screw]3M3*4L (6.3,2.05) (P) #26.0±0.5

Diagram Description: The steps guide through disconnecting connectors and removing screws from the LED board and front I/O board, releasing latches, detaching the top cover, and finally removing the front I/O board.

FIO USB CABLE

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

Assembly Criteria:

  1. Make sure the acetate is attached to the Cable plug.
  2. Make sure the acetate is attached to the connector.
  3. Make sure the acetate is securely attached to the surface of the part on each side when wrapping.

Diagram Description: The images show the FIO USB cable and its connector. Instructions emphasize ensuring acetate tape is properly applied and secured to the cable plug and connector housing.

HDD

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

Steps:

  1. Remove screws (4 pcs).
  2. Disconnect the connectors (2 pcs).
  3. Take out the HDD.
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]4SCREW #6-32*6L(7.1,2.3) (B) #26.5±0.5

Diagram Description: The process involves unscrewing the HDD from its bay, disconnecting its power and data cables, and then removing the drive.

POWER SUPPLY

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

Steps:

  1. Disconnect the connector (1 pc).
  2. Remove screws (4 pcs).
  3. Take out the POWER SUPPLY.
ScrewsQTYSpecTorque (kgf-cm)
[Screw]4#6-32*6L(7.1,2.3) (B) #28.0±0.5

Diagram Description: The steps show disconnecting the main power cable from the motherboard, unscrewing the power supply unit from the chassis, and then removing the PSU.

WIFI MAIN ANTENNA

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

Steps:

  1. Tear off the Gasket and ANTENNA (2 pcs).
  2. Take out ANTENNA.

Assembly Notice:

  • Please follow the red and yellow marks to paste the Antenna and gasket.
  • Clip the 2 Antenna cables into a hook at the place Point 1~3.

Diagram Description: The process involves removing an antenna and its gasket. The assembly notice guides on positioning the new antenna and gasket using color-coded marks and clipping the cables into designated hooks.

CABLE ASSEMBLY

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

Instructions: Tidy up the cable of the back mainframe as illustrated.

Diagram Description: Images show the interior of the PC chassis with various cables highlighted (red and blue boxes) indicating where they should be routed and secured for tidy cable management.

Copyright and Liability

COPYRIGHT INFORMATION: No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system, or translated without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS").

ASUS provides this manual "AS IS" without warranty of any kind. ASUS is not liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from defects or errors in this manual or product.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: ASUS's liability is limited to damages for bodily injury, real property, or tangible personal property, or actual and direct damages, up to the contract price of the product. ASUS is not liable for third-party claims, loss of data, or economic consequential damages.

SERVICE AND SUPPORT: Visit the multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/.

Copyright © 2023 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

Models: G10CE Desktop ROG Strix, G10CE, Desktop ROG Strix, ROG Strix, Strix

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