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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: IV SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures.
Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability).
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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Removing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Removing the TouchPad Mylar Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Removing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Internal Speaker Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Internal Microphone Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 HDD Not Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 ODD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Modem Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • System Memory • Display and graphics • Storage subsystem • Audio • Dimensions and Weight • Communication • Privacy control • Power subsystem • Special keys and controls • Chapter 1 1
I/O interface • Environment • • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.
System Block Diagram Thermal Sensor ADM1032ARM Clock Generator ICS951462 AMD AM2 CPU DDRII 533/667 DDRII-SO-DIMM X2 940P PGA Dual Channel H_A#(3..31) H_D#(0..63) HT 16x16 1000MHZ CRT SIG1 : 35mm x 35mm x (2.20mm+2.11mm) 638pin AM2 : 40mm x 40mm x (4.56mm+2.11mm) 940pin ATI-RS690MC 465 BGA RS485 : 21mm x 21mm (19.2mm x 19.2mm) x2.33mm 465pin RS690 : 21mm x 21mm (19.2mm x 19.2mm) x2.33mm 465pin LCD CONN Mini card SB460 : 27mm x 27mm (21.6mm x 21.6mm) x2.33mm 549pin SB600 : 23mm x 23mm (21.
Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View No. 4 Icon Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 2 Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication (for selected models). 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
No. Icon Item Description 9 TouchPad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 10 Click buttons (left and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons. 11 Power Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Left View No. 6 Icon Item Description 1 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 2 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector). 3 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player). Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones.
Right View No. Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Note: Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available. 2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 3 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active.
Bottom View No. 8 Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. Icon Function Description Power Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
TouchPad Basics (with fingerprint reader) The following items show you how to use the TouchPad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader: • Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor. • Press the left (2) and right (3) buttons located beneath the TouchPad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the TouchPad is the same as clicking the left button.
Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock + When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.
Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Function Description + Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. + Acer eSettings Management Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Empowering Technology.
Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Hold and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2.
Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type AMD Desktop Athlon, Socket AM2, 512KB catch, HyperTransport I/F up to 1000 MHz Core Logic • AMD RS690MC • AMD SB600 CPU Package AM2 PGA-940 CPU Fan True Value Table CPU Temperature Core 0 Fan Speed (rpm) Core 1 SPL Spec (dBA) • BIOS Item Specification BIOS vendor PhoenixBIOS BIOS Version V0.
System Memory Item Specification Memory controller On Board Memory size 0 MB DIMM socket number 2 Supports memory size per socket 2 GB Supports maximum memory size 4 GB Supports DIMM type DDR SODIMM Supports DIMM Speed DDR II 667/800 SDRAM Supports DIMM voltage +1.
Item Specification Interface Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor Seagate Momentus 5400.
Super-Multi Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name HLDS/GSA-T50N, Philips DS-8A2S, Sony/AD-7560S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW Version 1.
Keyboard Item Specification Keyboard controller ENE KB926 Total number of keypads 87 Windows logo key Yes Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Yes Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name SIMPLO Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration LCD 14.1” Item Specification Vendor/model name LG.Philips/LP141WX3, AUO/B141EW04 V4, Chimei/N141I3 - L02, Samsung/LTN141W3-L01 Screen Diagonal (mm) 14.1 inches Active Area (mm) 303.74 x 189.
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Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises.
Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. Information Main Advanced PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit CPU Type: CPU Speed: AMD Athlon(tm) Processor 2650e 1600 MHz IDE0 Model Name: IDE0 Serial Number: ATAPI Model Name: W DC W D1600BEVT-22ZCT0 -(PM) W D-W XE708J87380 HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT10N -(PS) System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: V0.08 V010.055.000.049.
Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.
Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options. IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjusting these items, we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values. If making settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction or prevents the system from booting, open BIOS and choose Load Optimal Defaults in the Exit menu to boot up normally.
Parameter Description Submenu Items PS/2 Mouse Enable or Disable PS/2 Mouse port IRQ12. Option: Enabled, Auto Detect, or Disabled IDE Controller Configure the Integrated Local Bus IDE Controller. Option: Disabled or Enabled On Chip SATA Enable On chip SATA. Option: Enabled or Disabled SATA Mode Select the SATA Mode. Option: IDE-ACHI or IDE Native SATA Smbus Interface Enable or disable the SATA Smbus Interface. Option: Enabled or Disabled USB Host Controller Enable or disable USB hardware.
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New Password” field.
Changing a Password 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Press Enter. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”. 5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.
Power The Power screen allows the user to configure various CPU and power management options and device wakeup behavior. Information PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot Main Exit Item Specific Help Enable Cool 'n' Quiet: C State Confiuration F1 Help Esc Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu [Enabled] [C2 and C3] Enable Cool 'n' Quiet for CPU power management.
Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay. Information Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. IDE0 : WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0-(S1) 2. IDE1 : HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT10N-(S3) 3. Network Boot : Realtek Boot Agent 4. USB HDD : 5. USB FDD : 6. USB KEY : 7.
Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main Advanced PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes F1 Help Esc Exit Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.
DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: 1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. 2. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Information Main Advanced PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. IDE0 : WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0-(S1) 2. IDE1 : HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT10N-(S3) 3. Network Boot : Realtek Boot Agent 4. USB HDD : ABC 5.
4. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. 5. 34 Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays.
WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: IMPORTANT:Ensure only one *.wph file is present in the destination directory when using flash32.exe. If more than one file is present the computer will blue screen. 1. Double click the WinFlash executable. The Destination Directory screen displays. 2. Click Start. A warning screen displays. 3. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays. 4.
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS password method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three time, HDD password error code displays on the screen. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: 1. From a DOS prompt, key in Unlock6.exe 00193 and press . The Unlock6 program runs. 36 2. Select option 2, Upper case ASCII Code, and press . 3.
Removing BIOS Passwords: If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image below. To reset the BIOS password, run BIOS_PW.EXE as follows: 1. Key in bios_pw 14452 0 2. Select one string from the list.
3. Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password. Cleaning BIOS Passwords To clear the password, perform the following steps: 1. From a DOS prompt, Execute clnpwd.exe 2. Press 1, 2, or 3 to clean the desired password shown on the screen. The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not.
Using DMITools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to eeprom to be used in the DMI pool for hardware management. When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking the table correlates with the hardware before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.). To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps: 1. Boot into DOS. 2. Execute dmitools.
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Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement IMPORTANT:The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.
General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Remove the battery pack.
External Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT:The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the six screws from the memory and HDD covers. Memory Cover HDD Cover Step 44 Size Quantity Memory Cover M2.5*10 4 HDD Cover M2.
3. Carefully open the memory cover. 4. Remove the HDD cover as shown.
Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Insert a screw driver as shown, and gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis.
5. Remove the three screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step ODD Bracket Size M2.5*5 Quantity Screw Type 3 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray.
7. Press down on the locking catch to release the ODD cover and remove.
Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 3. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present.
Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 3. Pull back the protective cover to expose the WLAN board as shown. 4. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 5. Move the antenna away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board.
6. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the HDD cover, See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 3. Use the pull-tab to pull and lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
4. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier in reverse numerical order, from 4 to 1. Step HDD Carrier Size M3*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.
Removing the CPU Fan 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 2. Remove the two screws securing the CPU Fan to the mainboard. Step CPU Fan Size M2.5*10 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Disconnect the CPU Fan cable from the mainboard. 4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the chassis.
Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the CPU Fan” on page 54. 2. Peel back the protective cover to expose the Thermal Module. Remove the four securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to screw 1) from the Thermal Module. Step Thermal Module 3. 3 2 1 4 Size CPU_SCREW_SPRIN Quantity Screw Type 4 Insert a screw driver under the Thermal Module, as shown, and gently separate the module from the CPU. 4. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Switch Cover Remove Keyboard Remove LCD Module Remove Upper Case Remove Lower Case Remove TouchPad Mylar Cover Remove Switch Board Remove TouchPad Bracket Remove Mainboard Remove TouchPad Remove Microphone Remove CPU Remove Speaker Module Screw List Step Quantity Part No. M2*3 2 86.N2702.007 LCD Module M2.5*10 4 86.N2702.003 M2.5*15 2 86.N2702.004 Upper Cover M2.
Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that you only use your fingers to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Lift the Switch Cover from the right side first as shown. 3. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis.
Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 57. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the keyboard as shown. Step Keyboard Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Lift the keyboard away from the chassis as shown. 4. Move the keyboard toward the LCD panel to expose the FFC cable.
5. Open the cable retainer and disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard. 6. Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis.
Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 58. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*10 Quantity Screw Type 2 4. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown.
5. Turn the computer over. Disconnect the power and camera cables from the mainboard.
6. Remove the antenna cable from the cable channel and pull it all the way through the chassis as shown. 7. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. Step 62 Size Quantity LCD Module (red callout) M2.5*15 2 LCD Module (green callout) M2.
8. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis.
Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 60. 3. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Upper Cover (red callout) M2.5*10 10 Upper Cover (green callout) M2.5*6 1 Screw Type 4. Turn the computer over. Remove the two screws on the top panel. Step Upper Cover 64 Size M2.
5. Disconnect the TouchPad cable from the mainboard as shown. NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFC cables whenever available to prevent damage. 6. Starting on the left side of the casing, pry the upper and lower cases apart as shown.
7. Work along the casing toward the right side, prying apart the casing. 8. Remove the upper cover as shown.
Removing the TouchPad Mylar Cover 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 64. 2. Gently peel the protective cover away from the TouchPad Bracket as shown. 3. Remove the mylar from the upper cover as shown.
Removing the TouchPad Bracket 1. See “Removing the TouchPad Mylar Cover” on page 67. 2. Remove the single screw from TouchPad bracket. Step TouchPad Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Remove the adhesive strip from the TouchPad as shown. 4. Release the FFC locking latch and remove the TouchPad FFC from the chassis.
5. Lift the right edge of the TouchPad bracket first to clear the securing clips and remove it as shown. Removing the TouchPad 1. See “Removing the TouchPad Bracket” on page 68. 2. Push the TouchPad upward from underneath the casing as shown.
Removing the Switch Board 1. See See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 64. 2. Locate the Switch Board at the rear of the chassis. 3. Lift the Switch Board upward to disconnect the interface and remove it from the chassis.
Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Board” on page 70. 2. Remove the six securing screws from the Mainboard. Step Size Quantity Mainboard (red callout) M2*3 5 Mainboard (green callout) M2.5*3 1 Screw Type 3. Remove the two adhesive strips from the Speaker and MIC connectors.
4. Disconnect the Speaker and MIC cables as shown. 5. Ease out the casing to release the I/O ports from the rear of the chassis and lift the mainboard upward. 6. Remove the mainboard from the chassis, in the direction of the arrow, and place it on a clean, dust-free surface.
Removing the Internal Microphone 1. See See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 71. 2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the MIC cable in place. 3. Remove the cable from the cable channel as shown. 4. Remove the MIC from the chassis as shown.
Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 71. 2. Remove the adhesive tape from the speaker cable. 3. Remove the two screws from the speaker modules. NOTE: The left and right speaker module securing screws differ slightly in length. Ensure the correct screw is used for each speaker. Step 74 Size Quantity Left Speaker Module (red callout) M2.5*3 1 Right Speaker Module (green callout) M2.
4. Remove the left side speaker from the chassis as shown. 5. Ensure the speaker cable is clear of any obstructions or adhesive strips. 6. Remove the right side speaker from the chassis and lift the entire speaker assembly clear of the chassis.
Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 55. 2. Pull the CPU socket release lever outward to clear the securing clips. k 3. Lift the CPU socket release lever to the vertical position as shown. 4. Remove the CPU from the socket as shown. IMPORTANT:The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.
LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove Inverter Board Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove LCD Panel Remove LCD Brackets Remove Camera Module Remove Antennas Screw List Step Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Bezel M2.5*6 4 86.N2702.002 Inverter Board M2.5*6 2 86.N2702.002 Camera Module M2*3 1 86.N2702.007 LCD Panel M2.5*6 2 86.N2702.002 LCD Brackets M2*3 8 86.N2702.007 Antenna M2.5*3 2 86.
Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 60. 2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw caps and screws. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 4 3. Starting from the lower left side of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Move along the top and right until all sides of the bezel are removed. NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to lift up the outside edges of the bezel.
Removing the Inverter Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 78. 2. Remove the securing screws from the Inverter board. Step Inverter Board Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Remove the adhesive strip from the right side connector. 4. Disconnect the right Inverter board cable as shown.
5. Lift the Inverter board clear of the LCD Module and disconnect the left cable. 6. Remove the Inverter board from the LCD module.
Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Inverter Board” on page 79. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Module. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the LCD Module. The LCD Module appears as follows when the LCD panel is removed.
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 81. 2. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. 3. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel. 4. Lift the FPC cable from the panel. 5. Remove the eight securing screws (four on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 8 6. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel.
Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 81. 2. Disconnect the Lid Latch spring from the LCD module. 3. Slide the Lid Latch assembly to the left and pull upward to disengage the right side from the module. 4. Slide the Lid Latch to the right and pull upward to disengage the left side from the module. 5. Remove the Lid Latch assembly from the module.
6. Remove the single securing screw from the Camera Module. Step Camera Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 7. Peel back the adhesive strips holding the camera cable in place, and remove the camera from the LCD module. 8. Starting at the corner nearest the bracket, pry open the casing and remove the back cover.
9. Remove the single securing screw from the bracket. Step Camera Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 10. Remove the Camera bracket from the board as shown. 11. Remove the Camera board from the casing as shown.
12. Peel back the adhesive strip securing the cable to the camera module. 13. Disconnect the camera cable from the module.
Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 81. 2. Remove the strips holding the antenna cables in place. Ensure the cables are free from obstructions. 3. Remove the two securing screws (one per antenna) from the left and right antenna. 4. Lift the right side antenna from the LCD module as shown.
5. Lift the left side antenna from the LCD module as shown. 6. Remove the antenna assembly and cables from the LCD module.
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas 1. Replace the left and right antennas as shown. Ensure that the locating pin on each antenna is correctly seated. Press down on the adhesive pads (green callout) to secure the antennas in place. Locating Pin Locating Pin 2. Replace the antenna and cables as shown. Ensure that the cable is inserted under each tab strip. 3. Ensure that the cables pass along the cable channel and though the hinge well as shown.
Replacing the Camera 1. Reconnect the camera cable to the module. 2. Replace the adhesive strip securing the cable to the camera module. 3. Replace the Camera board in the casing as shown. Ensure the locating pin is correctly seated. 4. Replace the Camera bracket on the board as shown 90 5. Replace the single securing screw.
6. Replace the Camera Module back cover as shown. 7. Press down around the edges of the casing to snap it into place. 8. Replace the camera module in the casing as shown. 9. Replace the camera cable as shown, using all the adhesive strips and cable clips. 10. Run the camera cable along the guides on the casing and press down to secure it in place. 11. Ensure that the cable passes through the hinge well as shown.
12. Replace the single securing screw as shown. 13. Align the Latch Lid with the casing as shown. 14. Insert the left side latch as shown and press down to snap it in to place. 15. Press down on the centre of the Lid Latch to snap it into place. 16. Insert the right side latch as shown and press down 17. Reattach the Latch Spring as shown. to snap it in to place.
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Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Starting with the top most screws (marked with U) replace the eight screws (four on each side) in the brackets as shown. U U U 2. Insert the LCD Panel cable into the LCD Panel connector as shown. 3. Replace the adhesive strip securing the connector in place. 4. Place the LCD Panel in the back cover. 5. Secure the LCD module with the two securing screws.
Replacing the Inverter 1. Connect the right side inverter cable. 2. Connect the left side inverter cable and place the inverter in the LCD module. 3. Replace the adhesive strips to secure the cables in 4. Replace the two securing screws. place. Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Locate the bezel bottom edge first and press down the edges until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel.
2. Replace the four screws and the rubber screw caps provided.
Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT:The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down (CPU side up), and place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. Socket Pin1 Locator CPU Pin1 Locator 2. Gently close the socket lever and snap it into place in the securing clip. IMPORTANT:Do not force the lever closed.
Replacing the Speaker Modules 1. Place the left and right speaker modules in the chassis as shown. 2. Replace the two securing screws. NOTE: The left and right speaker module securing screws differ slightly in length. Ensure the correct screw is used for each speaker. • • Left Speaker Module (red callout): M2.5*3 Right Speaker Module (green callout): M2.5*6 3. Run the speaker cabling along the front of the casing as shown and replace the adhesive strips.
Replacing the Internal Microphone 1. Place the microphone in the chassis as shown. 2. Run the cabling along the inside of the casing as shown. 3. Run the cable behind the speaker module as shown. 4. Replace the adhesive strips to secure the cable in place. Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up (the CPU is not visible). Place the Mainboard in the chassis, front edge first (1), then rotate it downward into position (2). 2.
3. Ease out the casing to allow the I/O ports to pass through the rear of the chassis. NOTE: Ensure the front and rear I/O ports are positioned correctly through the casing. 4. Ensure that the locating pin is correctly seated. 5. Reconnect the MIC and speaker cables as shown. 6. Replace the adhesive strips securing the cables in place.
7. Replace the six securing screws in the mainboard.
Replacing the Switch Board 1. Locate the Switch Board interface on the Mainboard. 2. Align the interface on the mainboard with the Switch Board connector. 3. Pinch the Switch Board and mainboard together in the direction of the arrows to attach the Switch Board. Replacing the TouchPad 1. Place the TouchPad on to the upper cover as shown. 2. Ensure that the TouchPad is correctly seated and that the FFC connector faces the rear of the cover.
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the TouchPad bracket left side first to engage the securing clips. 2. Lower the bracket on to the upper case and press down to engage the bottom edge securing clips. 3. Replace the TouchPad FFC and close the locking latch on the connector. 4. Replace the adhesive strip as shown. 5. Replace the single securing screw. Replacing the TouchPad Mylar Cover 1. Replace the Mylar cover in the area shown. Chapter 3 2. Press down to secure the adhesive pads.
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Replacing the Upper Case 1. Place the upper case on the lower case front edge first. 2. Lower the case into position, as shown, and press down around the edges to secure it in place.
3. Reconnect the TouchPad cable and close the locking latch as shown. 4. Replace the two screws in the upper cover as shown. 5. Turn the computer over and replace the eleven screws as shown. Replacing the LCD Module 1. Align the LCD hinges with the lower case and replace the LCD module.
2. Replace the four securing screws (two each side), starting with the left side hinge. NOTE: Two different screw sizes are used to secure the LCD module in place. The red callouts require M2.5*15 screws and the green callouts require M2.5*10 screws. 3. Push the antenna cables through the chassis and pull them all the way through from the underside. 4. Place the antenna cable in the cable channel using all the cable clips as shown. 5. Reconnect the LCD power cable as shown. 6.
7. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cables in place. 8. Place the camera cable in the cable channel using all the available cable clips. 9. Reconnect the camera cable as shown. 10. Turn the computer over and ensure the antenna cable is pulled fully through the chassis. 11. Run the antenna cable along the cable channel using all the available clips as shown. 12. Replace the two securing screws as shown.
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Reconnect keyboard FFC to the mainboard, and secure the locking latch. 2. Slide the keyboard away from the LCD screen to engage the securing tabs on the keyboard. Chapter 3 3. Replace the two securing screws.
Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the upper case as shown. 2. Press down on both sides of the cover to secure it in place. 3. Press down the centre of the cover to secure it in place. Replacing the Thermal Module 1. Turn the computer over. Place the Thermal Module, arm first, in to the chassis as shown.
2. Replace the four screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secure the Thermal Module.
Replacing the CPU Fan Module 1. Align the Fan Module on the screw brackets. 2. Connect the Fan cable to the Mainboard. 3. Replace the two securing screws. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 112 2. Replace the four screws to secure the carrier.
3. Insert the HDD, interface side first, and lower it into 4. Slide the HDD to the left to secure in place. place.
Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the module. 3. Connect the two antenna cables to the module. 4. Replace the protective covering. NOTE: The black antenna cable connects to the upper terminal and the white antenna cable to the lower terminal. Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 114 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place.
Replacing the ODD Module 1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the 2. Press the cover into the tray, bottom edge first, to ODD cover on the new ODD Module. secure. 3. Turn ODD Module around and secure bracket with 4. Slide the module in the chassis and press until the three screws. module is flush with the chassis. 5. Replace the single screw to secure the Module.
Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Memory Cover back edge first as shown. 2. Press down the left side as shown. 3. Press down the rear corner as shown. 4. Press down the top corner. IMPORTANT:Ensure that the all the securing tabs are correctly located in the casing. 5. Replace the HDD cover as shown. 116 6. Replace the six securing screws.
Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2).
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Common Problems Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. 2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3.
Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Computer Shutsdown Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 120 1. Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. Remove any extension cables between the computer and the outlet. 3.
No Display Issue If the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn’t display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Make sure that the internal display is selected. On this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external display is done by pressing Fn+F5. Reference Product pages for specific model procedures. 2.
Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer. 2. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 42. 3. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 42. 4.
LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
TouchPad Failure If the TouchPad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer. 2. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. Check the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is listed under Other Devices. 3.
Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Check that the microphone is enabled. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ Sound and select the Recording tab. 2.
HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Disconnect all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. 3. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. b. When prompted, press any key to start to the operating system DVD. c.
ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
a. Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable. b. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. If the device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable. c. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device has an exclamation mark, right-click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver. d.
b. Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right-click ATA Device 0. c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK. d. Repeat for the other ATA Devices shown if applicable. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. 2.
Modem Function Failure If the internal Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternative mouse. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. See the mouse user manual. 3. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4.
• No hardware is listed under Other Devices. 13. If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 163. Other Failures If the CRT Switch, Dock, LAN Port, external MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 1. Check Drive whether is OK. 2. Check Test Fixture is ok. 3. Swap M/B to Try.
Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3.
Post Codes These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Chipset POST Codes The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST.
Code Beeps POST Routine Description 3Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers 3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values 42h Initialize interrupt vectors 45h POST device initialization 46h 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice 48h Check video configuration against CMOS 49h Initialize PCI bus and devices 4Ah Initialize all video adapters in system 4Bh QuietBoot start (optional) 4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM 4Eh Display BIOS copyright notice 50h Display CPU type and speed 51h In
Code Beeps POST Routine Description 87h Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) 88h Initialize BIOS Data Area 89h Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) 8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area 8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse 8Ch Initialize floppy controller 8Fh Determine number of ATA drives (optional) 90h Initialize hard-disk controllers 91h Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers 92h Jump to UserPatch2 93h Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards 95h Install CD
Code Beeps POST Routine Description C3h Initialize error display function C4h Initialize system error handler C5h PnPnd dual CMOS (optional) C6h Initialize notebook docking (optional) C7h Initialize notebook docking late C8h Force check (optional) C9h Extended checksum (optional) D2h Unknown interrupt Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM E0h Initialize the chipset E1h Initialize the bridge E2h Initialize the CPU E3h Initialize system timer E4h Initialize system I/O E5h Che
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item JLVDS1 Chapter 5 Description LCD Connector Item JP35 Description Camera Connector JP2 SW/B Connector SW1 LID Switch JP6 TouchPad Connector SW3 TouchPad (left) Button JP7 Internal Keyboard Connector SW4 TouchPad (right) Button JP12 Speaker Connector U18 South Bridge JP13 MIC-IN Jack 139
Bottom View Item 140 Description Item Description JCPU1 CPU Socket JSATA1 HDD Connector JCRT1 CRT Connector JSATA2 ODD Connector JDIMM1 Memory DIMM1 Connector PJP1 AC-IN Connector JDIMM2 Memory DIMM2 Connector PJP2 Battery Connector JHP1 Head-Phone Connector SW9 Wireless SWITCH JMIC1 MIC-In Jack U39 North Bridge JMINI1 Wireless Card Connector JUSB1 USB Connector JP20 FAN1 Connector JUSB2 USB Connector JRJ-45 RJ45 Connector Chapter 5
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 5515. Aspire 5515 provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed. BIOS Recovery Hotkey: The system provides a function hotkey: Fn+Esc, for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is powered on during BIOS POST.
Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk: Before doing this, a Crisis Diskette should be prepared ready in hand. The Crisis Diskette could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in another system with Windows XP OS. Follow the steps below: 1. Power Off failed system. 2. Attach a USB floppy drive to the failed system. 3. Copy xxxxx.wph to tool's folder and rename it as BIOS.wph. 4. Execute wincris.exe to start the Crisis Disk Build. 5. Select Removable and click Start. 6.
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Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 5515. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide.
Aspire 5515 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 3 8 4 5 9 6 7 No. 146 Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N 1 Middle Cover 42.N2702.001 6 HDD Carrier 33.N2702.003 2 Keyboard KB.I1400.005 7 Lower Case 60.N2702.001 3 Upper Case 60.N2702.002 8 Switch Board 55.N2702.001 4 Mainboard MB.N2702.001 9 CPU Fan 23.N2702.001 5 Thermal Module 60.N2702.
LCD Panel 1 2 3 4 8 5 9 10 6 7 No. Chapter 6 Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N 1 LCD Bezel 60.N2602.002 6 Camera Board 57.N2602.001 2 LCD Panel 6M.N2602.001 7 LCD Cover 60.N2602.001 3 Antenna 50.N2702.002 8 LCD Bracket_R 33.N2702.004 4 LCD Cable 50.N2702.003 9 MIC Cable 23.N2702.003 5 LCD Bracket_L 33.N2702.003 10 Inverter 19.N2702.
Aspire 5515 FRU List Category Description Acer Part No. Adapter ADAPTER 65W 3PIN SADP-65KB DFA DELTA AP.06501.013 ADAPTER 65W 3PIN SADP-65KB BFJA OBL DELTA AP.06501.014 ADAPTER 65W 3PIN LITE ON PA-1650-02AC AP.06503.016 ADAPTER 65W 3PIN HIPRO AC-OK065B13 AP.0650A.010 Battery BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL 4.4KMAH SANYO BT.00603.066 BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL 4.4KMAH SONY BT.00604.029 BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL 4.4KAH SIMPLO SP SM 3S2P BT.00607.052 SWITCH BOARD 55.N2702.001 TP FFC 50.N2702.
Category Description Acer Part No. POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001 POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002 POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.003 POWER CORD UK 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.004 POWER CORD CHINA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.005 POWER CORD SWISS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.006 POWER CORD ITALIAN 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.007 POWER CORD DENMARK 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.008 POWER CORD JP 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.009 POWER CORD SOUTH AFRICA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.010 POWER CORD KOERA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.011 POWER CORD ISRAEL 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.
Category Description Acer Part No. TP MYLAR 42.N2702.004 CPU AMD ATHLON 1.6G ADG2650IAV4DP KC.AE002.265 DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE MODULE 6M.N2702.001 DVD/CDRW COMBO TOSHIBA TS-L463A 0FA KO.02401.006 DVD/CDRW COMBO SONY CRX890S 0FA KO.0240E.009 ODD BEZEL-COMBO 42.N2702.005 ODD BRACKET 33.N2702.002 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE MODULE 6M.N2702.002 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE PIONEER DVR-TD08RS 0FA KU.00805.044 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE PIONEER DVR-TD08RS FW=1.06 0FA KU.00805.
Category Description Acer Part No. HDD Chapter 6 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM HGST HTS542512K9SA00 0FA KH.12007.014 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM HGST HTS543212L9A300 0FA KH.12007.016 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM TOSHIBA MK1246GSX 0FA KH.12004.007 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM TOSHIBA MK1252GSX KH.12004.008 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM SEAGATE ST9120817AS 0FA KH.12001.032 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM WD WD1200BEVS22UST0 0FA KH.12008.019 HDD SATA 160G 5400RPM HGST HTS542516K9SA00 0FA KH.16007.
Category Description Acer Part No. Keyboard KEYBOARD INT'E(UI) KB.I1400.005 KEYBOARD GREEK(GK) KB.I1400.026 KEYBOARD ARABIC ENGLISH(ARE) KB.I1400.037 KEYBOARD T-CHIESE(CH) KB.I1400.033 KEYBOARD KOREAN(KO) KB.I1400.020 KEYBOARD RUSSIAN(RU) KB.I1400.015 KEYBOARD THAILAND(TI) KB.I1400.009 KEYBOARD HEBREW(HB) KB.I1400.006 KEYBOARD UK KB.I1400.007 KEYBOARD GERMAN(GR) KB.I1400.027 KEYBOARD SWITZERLAND(SW) KB.I1400.010 KEYBOARD CANADIAN FRENCH(CF) KB.I1400.034 KEYBOARD BELGIAN(BE) KB.
Category Chapter 6 Description Acer Part No. INVERTER BOARD 19.N2702.001 LCD CABLE 50.N2702.003 LCD COVER FOR W/CCD 60.N2602.001 LCD BEZEL FOR W/CCD 60.N2602.002 LCD BRACKET-R FOR W/CCD 33.N2702.004 LCD BRACKET-L FOR W/CCD 33.N2702.005 CAMERA 0.3M 57.N2602.001 CMOS CABLE 50.N2602.001 ASSY LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA GLARE W/ ANTENNA 6M.N2702.003 LCD PANEL G 15.4 WXGA AU B154EW08 V1(3A) S01 LK.15405.034 LCD PANEL G 15.4 WXGA AU B154EW08 V1 3A S03 TBD LCD PANEL G 15.
Category Description Acer Part No. LCD BEZEL FOR W/O CCD 60.N2702.004 LCD BRACKET-R FOR W/O CCD 33.N2702.006 LCD BRACKET-L FOR W/O CCD 33.N2702.007 MAINBOARD AS5515 ATI RS690MC SB600 LF WITH ALL CONNECTERS MB.N2702.001 RAM 512M DDRII 667 NANYA NT512T64UH8B0FN3C 512/66 KN.51203.032 RAM 512M DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3CE6 512M/667 KN.5120B.026 RAM 512M DDRII 667 HYNNIX HYMP164S64CP6-Y5 512/667 KN.5120G.024 RAM 1G DDRII 667 NANYA NT1GT64U8HB0BN-3C 1G/667 KN.1GB03.
Category Description Acer Part No. Fan FAN 23.N2702.001 CPU THERMAL MODULE 60.N2702.005 SPEAKER R&L 23.N2702.002 MIC 23.N2702.003 TOUCHPAD 56.N2702.001 Heatsink Speaker TouchPad Miscellaneous Screw List Category Description Acer Part No. Screw Chapter 6 M2.46D 3L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK NL 86.N2702.001 M2.48D 6L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK NL 86.N2702.002 M2.5D 10L K 5.5D ZK NL+ CR3+ 86.N2702.003 M2.5D 15L K 5.5D ZK NL +CR3+ 86.N2702.004 M2D 2.5L K 4.05D NI NL+ 86.N2702.005 M1.98D 3L K 4.6D 0.
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 5515 Series Model RO Country Acer Part No Description eME620262G12Mi EMEA UK LX.N260Y.034 eME620-262G12Mi VHB32eTGB1 UMAC 1*2G/ 120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_EN11 eME620262G12Mi EMEA Denmark LX.N260Y.032 eME620-262G12Mi VHB32eTDK1 UMAC 1*2G/ 120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_NO11 eME620262G12Mi EMEA Sweden/Finland LX.N260Y.026 eME620-262G12Mi VHB32eTSE1 UMAC 1*2G/ 120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_FI11 eME620262G12Mi EMEA Italy LX.N260Y.
Model RO Country Acer Part No Description eME620262G12Mi PA ACLA-Spanish LX.N260Y.036 eME620-262G12Mi EM VHB32eTEA1 UMAC 1*2G/120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_ES21 eME620261G16Mi CHINA China LX.N260Y.044 eME620-261G16Mi VHB32eTCN1 UMAC 1*1G/ 160/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_SC11 eME620262G12Mi EMEA Middle East LX.N260Y.003 eME620-262G12Mi EM VHB32eTME3 UMAC 1*2G/120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_FR21 eME620262G12Mi EMEA Middle East LX.N260Y.002 eME620-262G12Mi EM VHB32eTME2 UMAC 1*2G/120/6L/CB_bg_0.
Model RO Country Acer Part No Description eME620262G12Mi EMEA Eastern Europe LX.N260Y.021 eME620-262G12Mi VHB32eTEU3 UMAC 1*2G/ 120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_RU11 eME620262G12Mi EMEA Israel LX.N260Y.007 eME620-262G12Mi VHB32eTIL1 UMAC 1*2G/ 120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_HE11 eME620262G12Mi PA ACLAPortuguese LX.N260Y.041 eME620-262G12Mi EM VHB32eTXC2 UMAC 1*2G/120/6L/CB_bg_0.3D_AN_XC21 eME620264G25Mi AAP Indonesia LX.N260C.002 eME620-264G25Mi LINPUSeID1 UMAC 2*2G/ 250/6L/CB_bg_0.
CPU LCD Mem 1 ODD WLAN eME620262G12Mi Model ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620261G16Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO1GBII6 N N160GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.
CPU LCD Mem 1 ODD WLAN eME620262G12Mi Model ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620262G12Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 N N120GB 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG eME620264G25Mi ATH2650e N15.4WXGAG8 SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N250GB 5.
Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Aspire 5515 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test Vendor Type Description Adapter Test Audio Codec 162 Appendix B
Appendix C Online Support Information This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan.
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Index A E AFLASH Utility Antennas 32 EasyTouch Failure 87 Euro 132 14 External Module Disassembly B 43 Flowchart Battery Pack 44 F BIOS password control ROM size 16 ROM type 16 vendor 16 Version 16 Features 1 16 BIOS Supports protocol 32 FPC Cable 82 Flash Utility FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 16 21–32 Advanced 24 Boot 30 Exit 31 Navigating 21 BIOS Utility Onboard Device Configuration 27 Power 29 Save and Exit 31 Security 26 System Security 31 H 52 HDTV Switch Failure 132 Hard Di
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Test Compatible Components 77 Thermal Module 81 lower cover 44 LCD Panel M Flowchart Mainboard 139 hotkey 68 TouchPad Failure 124 71 TouchPad Mylar Cover Built-in KB Failure 123 EasyTouch Buttons 132 HDTV Switch 132 Internal Microphone 126 Internal Speakers 124 LCD Failure 123 Modem 131 No Display 121 ODD 128 Other Failures 133 Power On 120 Thermal Unit 132 TouchPad 124 WLAN 131 N 121 No Display Issue Notebook Manager 13 num lock on indicator 67 Troubleshoot
