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Aspire 5538 Series

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Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.
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Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on this service guide.
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Copyright Copyright © 2009 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Disclaimer The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
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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.
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Your Notebook Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Removing the Touchpad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Removing the Speaker Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Removing the Media Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Removing the Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Random Loss of BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 LCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Built-In Keyboard Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Touchpad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents X
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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 • AMD Better By Design Program, featuring: • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor* • AMD Athlon™ 64 processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.
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Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam • WLAN: • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Dimensions and Weight • 380 (W) x 259 (D) x 26.4/30.8 (H) mm (14.82 x 10.1 x 1.02/1.2 inches) • 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Power subsystem • ACPI 3.0 • 48.
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• Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% NOTE: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of the PC depends on the model purchased.
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System Block Diagram VRAM 512MB 64M16 x 4 Fan Control AMD S1G1 Processor Memory BUS(DDRII) Dual Channel uPGA-638 Package DDR3 LVDS Conn. ATI M92-S2 LP uFCBGA-631 CRT Conn. 200pin DDRII-SO-DIMM X2 BANK 0, 1, 2, 3 1.8V DDRII 667/800 PCI-Express 8x Gen1 yper Transport Link 16 x 16 5 in 1 socket ATI RS780MN Thermal Sensor Clock Generator ADM1032 SLG8SP626VTR uFCBGA-528 Card Reader RTS5159 HDMI Conn.
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Your Notebook Tour This section provides an overview of the features and functions of the notebook. Front View No. Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye Webcam Web camera for video communication. 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 4 Power button/ indicator Turns the computer on and off while indicating the computer’s power status. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
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No. Icon 10 Item Description Communication key Enables / disables the WLAN function. Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. 7 Eject button Presses to eject the optical disk from the drive. 8 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Closed Front View No. Icon Item Description 1 Battery Indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1.
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No. Icon Item Description 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 Microphone-in jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
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Base View No. Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Note: The battery shown is for reference only. Your PC may have a different battery, depending on the model purchased. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard Disk Bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Ventilation slots and/or cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is closed. Icon Function Description Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Wireless LAN communication. 3G communication Indicates the status of 3G communication. 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.
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TouchPad Basics The following items show you how to use the TouchPad: 1 2 3 • 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. Function Left Button (2) Right Button (3) Main TouchPad (1) Execute Quickly click twice.
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Using the Keyboard Your Acer Aspire Series notebook has a close-to-full-sized keyboard and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, 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.
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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.
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Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Function Description + System Properties Display the System Properties dialog box. + Bluetooth communication switch Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. + Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
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Special Keys 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: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. See www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/ faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type AMD S1g1 processor CPU package 638-pin lidless micro PGA package. Core Logic • Chipset • Features • Processor Specifications Item CPU Speed Mfg. Tech L110 1.2 GHz 1 65 nm 512 kB L310 1.2 GHz 2 65 nm TF20 1.6 GHz 1 65 nm Cores Cache Size Core Voltage Acer P/N MicroPGA Variable KC.AL002.110 1 MB MicroPGA Variable KC.AL002.310 512 kB MicroPGA Variable KC.ATF02.
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Item Specification Supports DIMM Speed 667MHZ Video Specifications Item Specification Chipset Integrated VGA solution for AMD RS780MN (UMA). On board VGA solution for ATI M92-S2 LP (DIS). Package Features • Adjustable 128MB UMA VGA memory share from North Bridge. • Adjustable 512MB DIS VGA memory share from North Bridge.
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Item Specifications Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8MB 8 MB Interface SATA SATA SATA SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) 830 1175 830 1175 I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 875 Mbits/s maximum 845 Mbits/s maximum DC Power Requirements Voltage +5.0V ± 5%.
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Item Spindle speed (RPM) Specifications 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) N/A I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 300 DC Power Requirements Voltage 18 5V ±5% Chapter 1
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Super-Multi Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name HLDS GU10N Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette PANASONIC UJ892 With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: . Sustained: Sustained: Sustained: Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats • Loading mechanism Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% BIOS Item BIOS vendor Specification Insyde BIOS Version 3.
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Item Specifications Weight (without inverter) Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal (Right) / (Left) Vertical (Upper) / (Lower) Bluetooth Item Specification Bluetooth Controller Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) Supported Protocols 1.1, 1.2 & 2.0 + EDR (Extended Data Rate) Transfer Rate (max.) 3.
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Item Specifications Interface Optical aperture Focusing range Dimensions (L x W x H mm) Sensor type Pixel resolution Pixel size Image size Wireless LAN Item Type Specification Foxconn FOX_ATH_XB63 Foxconn Atheros XB63 minicard b/g Specification Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros AR5B91 1x2 BGN Specification Foxconn Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ralink RT2700E 1x2 BGN 802.11g Radio Technology Operating Frequency Modulation Schemes Channel Numbers • Data Rate Media Access Protocol Transmitter Output Power 802.
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Item Specification Specification Specification Operating Frequency Modulation Schemes Channel Numbers • Data Rate Media Access Protocol Transmitter Output Power 802.
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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.
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Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. Information Main InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Advanced Rev. 3.5 CPU Type CPU Speed AMD Athlon(tm) X2 Dual Core Processor L310 1200 MHz HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Number: ATAPI Model name: WDC WD2500BEVT-22ZCT0 WD-WXE409NM6664 TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-U633A System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: v0.14 ATI VGA VER01.022.002.002.
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Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Information Main InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Boot Power Exit Advanced Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help System Time: System Date: [19:10:59] [06/09/2009] Total Memory: Video Memory: 4096 MB [512MB] Quick Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [AHCI Mode] F1 Help ESC Exit This is the help for the hour field.
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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.
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Parameter Peripheral Configuration Description Enter the Peripheral Configuration menu. Submenu Items • • Peripheral Configuration: • Serial Port A • Serial Port B • Parallel Port SB On-chip Device Configuration • OHCI0 • OHCI1 • OHCI2 • OHCI3 • OHCI4 • EHCI0 • EHCI1 • SATA • Azalia IDE Configuration Enter the IDE Configuration menu.
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Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Advanced Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: User Password Is: HDD Password Is: Clear Clear Clear Install or Change the password and the length of password must be greater than one word.
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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: Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 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).
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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. Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password [ [ [ ] ] ] 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.
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Power The Power screen allows the user to configure CPU and power management options. Information Main InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Boot Power Exit Advanced Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help XAdvanced CPU Control F1 Help ESC Exit These items control various CPU parameters.
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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 Advanced InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main Advanced InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
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BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: 34 • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.
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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 InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: 36 1. Double click the WinFlash executable. 2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays. 3. When the process is complete, close all programs and applications and reboot the system.
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Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: When the user keys in the wrong password three times, the system reports the following error code to user. To unlock the HDD password, perform the following steps: 1. Press Enter to display the Select Item screen. 2. Select Enter Unlock Password and press Enter. An Unlock Password displays. 3. Make a note of the key, 76943488 in the example. 4.
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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 clnpwd.exe as follows: 1. From a DOS prompt, Execute clnpwd.exe 2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen. The on-screen message determines whether the function is successful or not.
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Miscellaneous Utilities Using Boot Sequence Selector Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changes without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot Sequence Selector, perform the following steps: 1. Enter into DOS. 2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. 3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence, for example, enter BS2 to change the boot sequence to HDD|CD ROM|LAN|Floppy.
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Example 1: Read DMI Information from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): Aspire 5538 xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acer Asstag Example 2: Write Product Name to EEPROM Input: dmitools /wp Acer Example 3: Write Serial Number to EEPROM Input: dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789 Example 4: Write UUID to EEPROM Inpu
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Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge • Flat screwdriver • Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size.
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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.
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External Module Disassembly Process NOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Remove Dummy Card Remove DIMMs Remove Lower Covers Remove WLAN Remove HDD Remove ODD Screw List Step Screw Quantity Part No. HDD Module M2.5*4 2 86.PEA02.003 HDD Carrier M3*3 4 86.PEA02.
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Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn the computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2).
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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45 2. Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover. 3. Lift the HDD cover up using the finger tab to remove. Six tabs hold the door in place.
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4. Remove the two screws securing the HDD Module in place. Step HDD Module 5. 47 Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 2 Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the HDD from the interface connector.
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6. 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. 7. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier.
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8. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module 49 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45 2. Loosen the three captive screws in the HDD Cover.
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3. Lift the HDD cover up using the finger tab to remove. Six tabs hold the door in place. 4. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module 5. Size M2.
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6. Remove the screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step ODD Bracket 51 Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 7. Insert an appropriate tool into the manual ODD tray release to open the ODD tray. 8. Press down on the ODD bezel securing clip and pull the bezel out of the ODD.
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Removing the DIMM Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45 2. Loosen the two captive screws in the Memory Cover. 3. Lift the Memory Cover up to remove. Pull up using the thumb tab (indicated by the circle below) to release the seven clips securing the cover in place. 4. Identify the SODIMM to remove. The image below shows the locations of SODIMM slot 0 and SODIMM slot 1. Slot 0 must be populated first when installing or replacing defective memory.
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53 5. Push out the release latches on both sides of SODIMM socket 1 to release the memory module. 6. Remove the DIMM. 7. Push out the release latches on both sides of SODIMM socket 0 to release the DIMM.
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8. Remove the DIMM.
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Removing the WLAN Board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45. 2. Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover. 3. Lift the HDD cover up to remove. Use the finger tab to release the six clips securing the cover in place. NOTE: The HDD is also located under this cover.
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4. Disconnect the Antenna cables from the WLAN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is White to the AUX terminal (right) and Black to the MAIN terminal (left). 5. Remove the single screw securing the WLAN Board in place.
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6. 57 Remove the WLAN Board from the Mainboard.
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Main Unit Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and replacement of components, ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the same position. NOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration.
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Step 59 Screw Quantity Part No. Media Board M2.5*3 1 86.PEA02.001 I/O Board M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007 Mainboard M2.5*5 1 86.PEA02.007 LCD Module M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007 LCD Module M2.5*8 2 86.PEA02.006 Fan M2.5*6 3 86.PEA02.007 Thermal Module M2.5*6 (spring tension) 4 86.PEA02.
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Removing the Keyboard IMPORTANT: The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care not to use excessive force when removing the keyboard and replace if any damage occurs. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45. 2. Turn the computer rightside up and open the lid to the full extent. 3. Unlock the six securing latches by pressing down with a suitable plastic tool then sliding along the back edge of the keyboard.
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61 5. Turn the Keyboard over and lay down on the touch pad. 6. Open the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown, then disconnect the FFC and remove the Keyboard.
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Removing the Upper Cover 1. Remove all external modules. See “External Modules Disassembly Flowchart” on page 44. 2. Remove the screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover 3. Size M2.
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63 a. Disconnect the Speaker Cable as shown. b. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Power Board FFC as shown. c. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Button Board FFC as shown.
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d. 4. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Media Board FFC as shown. Remove the six securing screws from the Upper Cover. Step Upper Cover Chapter 3 Size M2.
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5. Starting at a top corner, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. 6. Working from the back corners toward the back center, pry apart the covers to release the securing hooks on the top edge as shown. 7. Push the front corner of the top cover towards the back to release the front edge hooks and pry apart as shown. Work along the front edge applying force while prying apart the covers.
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Removing the Button Board IMPORTANT: The Touchpad Board cannot be removed individually. To replace the Button Board, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62. 2. Remove the mylar sheet covering the Button Board. 3. Remove the four screws securing the button board to the Upper Cover.
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4. Lift the securing latch and disconnect the single FFC connecting the Button Board to the Touchpad. 5. Peel back the two FFCs to release the adhesive. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the FFCs are disconnected before attempting to remove the Button Board. 6. 67 Slide the Button Board out from under the securing tab in the Upper Cover as shown.
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7. Pull the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the FFC is not torn off during removal.
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Removing the Touchpad Bracket 1. See “Removing the Button Board” on page 66. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Touchpad Bracket to the Upper Cover. Step TouchPad Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Pull the bracket up from under the securing tabs along the top edge. NOTE: It may be necessary to use a tool to first push the securing tabs back so that the bracket may be more readily removed.
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4. Slide the Touchpad Bracket out from the slots in the upper cover.
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Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Power Board to the Lower Cover. Step Power Board 71 Size M2.5*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Pull the FFC up to remove it from the adhesive securing it to the Speaker Module. 4. Tilt the board 90 degrees to clear the securing tab.
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IMPORTANT:The FFC is soldered to the power board. Take care when lifting to minimize bending of the connection, lest breakage occur. 5. Lift the Power Board from the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Speaker Modules 1. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 71. 2. Remove the four screws securing the Speakers to the Upper Cover. Step Speaker Module 73 Size M2.5*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 3. Lift the right side speaker out from the Lower Cover and peel back the mylar to expose the speaker wire as shown. 4. Peel back the mylar sheet to expose the speaker cable all the way to the left speaker.
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5. Remove the Speaker Cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 6. Lift the right side speaker out from the Lower Cover as shown.
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Removing the Media Board 1. See “Removing the Speaker Modules” on page 73. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Media Board to the Lower Cover. Step Media Board 3. 75 Size M2.5*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 Remove the securing bracket from the Media Board.
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4. Peel back any mylar adhered to the Media Board. 5. Tilt the Media Board up to clear the securing pins. 6. Remove the Media Board, pulling the FFC through the cover as shown. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the FFC is not torn off during removal.
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Removing the Bluetooth Module 77 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62. 2. Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth Module. 3. Lift the Bluetooth Module, left side first, to remove it from the Lower Cover.
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Removing the I/O Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62. 2. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 3. Disconnect the cable from the Mainboard.
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4. Remove the single screw securing the I/O Board to the Lower Cover. Step I/O Board 5. 79 Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 1 Tilt the board up as indicated and carefully flip the board over.
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6. Remove the adhesive securing the I/O Board cable to the Lower Cover. 7. Disconnect the I/O Board Cable from the I/O Board.
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Removing the DC-In Cable 1. See “Removing the I/O Board” on page 78. 2. Remove the DC-In Socket from the well on the bottom cover. 3. Remove the DC cable from the securing clips as shown. NOTE: If replacing the DC cable, the mainboard must be lifted to access the connector. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 82 for instructions.
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Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the DC-In Cable” on page 81. 2. Disconnect the Microphone cable from the Mainboard. 3. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Mainboard.
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4. Remove the two screws securing the Mainboard and Fan to the Lower Cover as indicated. Step Mainboard 5. 83 Size M2.5*5 Quantity Screw Type 2 Lift the Mainboard right side first to release the I/O ports and separate the board from the Lower Cover.
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6. Reach under the mainboard to unplug the LVDS cable, and remove the Mainboard from the assembly. 7. Disconnect the DC-In Cable from the mainboard.
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Removing the LCD Module 85 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 82. 2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the WLAN cables in place. 3. Remove the Antenna cables from the cable channel on the Lower Cover as shown, all the way to the hinge well. 4. Remove the Microphone cable from the securing clips as shown.
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5. Remove the three screws on the rear of the Lower Cover securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step Size Quantity LCD Module (red) M2.5*6 1 LCD Module (cyan) M2.5*8 2 Screw Type IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables are free from all cable clips before removing the LCD Module. 6. Using both hands, lift the LCD Module away from the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Fan 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 82. 2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard. 3. Remove the single screw securing the fan to the Mainboard. Step Fan 87 Size M2.
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4. Lift the fan away from the Mainboard.
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Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Fan” on page 87. 2. Remove the four screws securing the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in the following order: 1, 2, 3, 4. 3 2 4 Step Thermal Module 3. 89 1 Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 4 Grasp the Thermal Module by the CPU heat sink and lift clear of the Mainboard as shown.
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Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 89. 2. Using a flat blade screw driver, rotate the CPU screw 180° counter clockwise to release the CPU from the socket. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket.
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LCD Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and replacement of components, ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the same position. NOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration.
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Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 85. 2. Remove the four screw covers and four screws securing the front bezel to the LCD cover. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 4 p 3. Starting from the inside top edge, pry the bezel away from the panel. Continue moving along the top, prying the bezel away from the LCD Module. If necessary, use a plastic pry to release the corners of the bezel.
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93 4. Work towards the middle and down the sides of the bezel, separating the securing clips. 5. Pry apart the bottom edge of the bezel and push slightly upwards to release the hinge covers. 6. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module.
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Removing the Camera Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 92. 2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module. 3. Disconnect the cable from the Camera Board as shown.
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Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Board” on page 94. 2. Remove the four screws securing the LCD Panel to the LCD Module. Step LCD Panel 3. 95 Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 Lift the LCD Panel out of the LCD Module front edge first.
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Removing the FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95. 2. Turn the LCD panel over on a clean surface. 3. Lift the camera cable to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the LCD Panel. 4. Carefully lift the adhesive tape securing the LVDS cable connector to the LCD Panel.
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97 5. Hold the adhesive tape clear of the LCD Panel. 6. Disconnect the LCD cable as shown and remove the cable from the LCD Panel.
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Removing the LCD Brackets 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95. 2. Pick up the antenna cable so the bracket can clear the cable. 3. Lift the top of the left LCD Bracket up and slide out from under the antenna cable. 4. Lift the top of the right LCD Bracket up and slide out from under the antenna cable.
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Removing the Microphone 99 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95. 2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the antenna cables. 3. Remove the Microphone cable from the shielding along the bottom edge of the LCD Cover. 4. Lift up the shielding where it covers the Microphone cable and lift the cable as shown to remove the adhesive securing it to the LCD Cover.
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5. Lift the Microphone Module upward to detach the adhesive holding it in place.
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Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95. 2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the antenna cables. 3. Lift up the shielding holding the right Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable is free from all fasteners. 4. Carefully pry up the right Antenna pad, as shown, and remove the pad from the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: A strong adhesive is used to secure the Antenna pad in place. Take care not to bend the pad during removal.
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5. Lift up the shielding holding the left Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable is free from all fasteners. 6. Carefully pry up the left Antenna pad and remove the pad from the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: A strong adhesive is used to secure the Antenna pad in place. Take care not to bend the pad during removal.
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LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas 103 1. Adhere the Left Antenna Pad (White cable) to the LCD Cover as shown. 2. Replace the shielding to secure the left Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable passes under all fasteners.
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3. Adhere the Left Antenna Pad (Black cable) to the LCD Cover as shown. 4. Replace the shielding to secure the right Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable passes under all fasteners. Replacing the Microphone 1. Push the Microphone Module in place as shown.
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105 2. Press the cable onto the LCD cover as shown to secure it in place. Adhere the shielding tabs where they cover the Microphone cable. 3. Secure the Microphone cable under the shielding tabs along the bottom edge of the LCD Cover. 4. Apply tape to secure the Microphone cable to the antenna cables.
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Replacing the LCD Brackets 1. Lift the antenna cable and slide the left LCD Bracket under the antenna cable. 2. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket. 3. Lift the antenna cable and slide the right LCD Bracket under the antenna cable.
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4. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket. Replacing the FPC Cable 107 1. Connect the LCD cable as shown. 2. Adhere the clear adhesive tape to the LCD Panel.
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3. Adhere the camera cable to the LCD Panel. Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Place the LCD Panel into of the LCD Cover back edge first, aligning the pins with the holes in the mounting tabs.
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2. Insert the four screws to secure the LCD Panel to the LCD Module. Step LCD Panel Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 Replacing the Camera Board 1. 109 Connect the cable to the Camera Board as shown.
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2. Place the Camera Board into the LCD Module so that the mounting pins are aligned and press down to secure to the adhesive. NOTE: Be sure the magnet rests next to the post on the LCD cover as shown. Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Route the LVDS cable through the cable channel and hinge cover as shown. 2. Route the Antenna cables and microphone cable through the cable channel and hinge cover as shown.
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111 3. Connect the left and right hinge cover part of the LCD bezel, making sure that the cables pass through the holes. 4. Press down on the bottom edge of the bezel until the securing clips snap into place.
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5. Continue pressing down along the edges, working towards the top of the LCD Module. IMPORTANT:If any of the clips do not readily snap into place, check to make sure that none of the cables have been incorrectly routed and are blocking the clip.
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Main Unit Reassembly Process Replacing the LCD Module 1. Using both hands, place the LCD Module into the Lower Cover. 2. Replace the three screws on the rear of the Lower Cover to secure the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step 113 Size Quantity LCD Module (red) M2.5*6 1 LCD Module (cyan) M2.
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3. Insert the Microphone cable into the securing clips as shown. 4. Insert the Antenna cables into the cable channel on the Lower Cover as shown, pushing the cables through the penetration to the bottom of the cover. 5. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the WLAN cables in place.
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Replacing the CPU 1. Place the CPU into the socket. IMPORTANT:Be sure to align the socket marker with the indicator on the CPU. The socket is a Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. If the CPU does not drop into the socket, check to make sure the socket is unlocked and the pins of the CPU ar straight. Never force a CPU into a ZIF socket. 2. Using a flat blade screw driver, rotate the CPU screw 180° clockwise to lock the CPU into the socket.
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2. Place the pads as shown. 3. Grasp the Thermal Module by the CPU heat sink and place onto the Mainboard as shown.
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4. Insert the four screws to secure the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in the following order: 1, 2, 3, 4. 3 2 4 Step Thermal Module 1 Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 4 Replacing the Fan 1. 117 Place the fan onto the Mainboard.
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2. Insert the single screw to secure the fan to the Mainboard. Step Fan 3. Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 1 Connect the fan cable to the Mainboard.
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Replacing the Mainboard 119 1. Connect the DC-In Cable to the mainboard. 2. Reach under the mainboard to plug in the LVDS cable. 3. Insert the Mainboard right side first, aligning the I/O ports with the Lower Cover.
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4. Insert the LVDS cable into the cable channel as shown. 5. Insert the DC-In cable into the securing clips as shown.
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6. Insert the two screws securing the Mainboard and Fan to the Lower Cover as indicated. Step Mainboard 7. 121 Size M2.5*5 Quantity Screw Type 2 Connect the Microphone Cable to the Mainboard.
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Replacing the I/O Board 1. Connect the I/O Board Cable to the I/O Board. 2. Apply the adhesive to secure the I/O Board cable to the Lower Cover. 3. Insert the board into the lower cover so the white tab is under the securing clip in the lower cover, taking care to align the screw holes.
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4. Insert the single screw to secure the I/O Board to the Lower Cover. Step I/O Board 5. 123 Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 1 Connect the cable to the Mainboard.
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6. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch. Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1. Insert the Bluetooth Module right side first and press down on the top to attach it to the Lower Cover. 2. Connect the cable to the Bluetooth Module.
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3. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard. 4. Apply the adhesive to secure the cable in place. Replacing the Media Board 1. 125 Insert the Media Board FFC through the cover as shown.
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2. Holding the mylar back, insert the Media Board under the securing clips in the upper cover and place on the upper cover so the aligning pins are in the holes. 3. Adhere the mylar to the Media Board. 4. Place the securing bracket on the Media Board so the tab penetrates the slot on the media board.
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5. Insert the single screw to secure the Media Board to the Lower Cover. Step Media Board Size M2.5*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 Replacing the Speaker Modules 1. 127 Place the right side speaker onto the Lower Cover as shown.
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2. Place the right side speaker into the Lower Cover and peel back the mylar to expose the wire guides as shown. 3. Peel back the mylar and insert the Speaker Cable into the cable channel. Ensure that the cable passes under all cable clips.
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4. Insert the four screws to secure the Speakers to the Upper Cover. Step Speaker Module Size M2.5*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 Replacing the Power Board 1. Insert the Power Board into the Lower Cover so the slot on the Power Board hooks onto the securing tab in the upper cover. IMPORTANT:The FFC is soldered to the power board. Take care when lifting to minimize bending of the connection, lest breakage occur. 2. 129 Adhere the FFC to the Speaker Module.
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3. Insert the single screw to secure the Power Board to the Lower Cover. Step Power Board Size M2.5*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 Replacing the Touchpad Bracket 1. Slide the Touchpad Bracket into the slots in the upper cover.
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2. Push the bracket down until it is secured under the tabs along the top edge. 3. Insert the single screw to secure the Touchpad Bracket to the Upper Cover.
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Replacing the Button Board 1. Insert the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown. 2. Place the Button Board on the Upper Cover so that the securing tab penetrates the slot on the Button Board, then slide the board forward as shown. 3. Adhere the FFCs to the upper cover.
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4. Connect the single FFC to the Touchpad and close the securing latch. 5. Replace the four screws to secure the button board to the Upper Cover. Step Button Board 6. 133 Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 Replace the mylar sheet covering the Button Board.
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Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Place the Upper Cover on the assembly bottom edge first. 2. Starting at the bottom edge, press the edges of the upper cover and lower cover together. An audible click signifies that the securing clips are engaged.
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3. Insert the six securing screws into the Upper Cover. Step Upper Cover 4. 135 Size M2.
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a. Connect the Power Board FFC and close the locking latch as shown. b. Connect the Speaker Cable as shown. c. Connect the Button Board FFC and close the locking latch as shown.
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137 d. Connect the Media Board FFC and close the locking latch as shown. e. Connect the Media Board FFC and close the locking latch as shown.
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5. Turn the computer over and insert the screws to secure the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 18 Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the FFC and close the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown.
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139 2. Insert the keyboard so that the bottom tabs enter the slots in the upper cover. 3. Press down on the edges of the keyboard. An audible click indicates that the securing clips have engaged.
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External Module Reassembly Process Replacing the WLAN Board 1. Insert the WLAN Board into the Mainboard. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the WLAN Board in place.
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3. Connect the Antenna cables to the WLAN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is White to the AUX terminal (right) and Black to the MAIN terminal (left). IMPORTANT:Ensure that the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent them from being pinched when the lower covers are replaced. Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Identify the SODIMM to replace. The image below shows the locations of SODIMM slot 0 and SODIMM slot 1. Slot 0 must be populated first when installing or replacing defective memory. 0 2.
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3. Press the DIMM down into the socket as shown. An audible click indicates the DIMM is properly installed. 4. Insert a DIMM into Slot 1. 5. Press the DIMM down into the socket as shown. An audible click indicates the DIMM is properly installed.
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD into the carrier. 2. Insert the four screws (two each side) to secure the hard disk to the carrier. Carrier screw holes have been numbered 1-4. Insert the screws in numerical order: 1, 2, 3, 4.
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3. Place the hard disk drive module into the bay. 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to connect the HDD to the SATA interface connector. 5. Insert the two screws to secure the HDD Module in place. Step HDD Module Chapter 3 Size M2.
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Replacing the ODD 1. Insert the hook on the ODD bezel as shown. 2. Slide the securing clip of the ODD bezel into the slot on the ODD module. An audible click indicates the hook has engaged. 3. Insert the two screws to secure the ODD bracket in place.
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4. Slide the ODD module into the assembly 5. Insert the screw to secure the ODD module. Step ODD Module Chapter 3 Size M2.
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Replacing the Lower Covers 147 1. Place the HDD cover over the HDD bay. Press until the six tabs in the door engage. 2. Tighten the two captive screws in the HDD Cover.
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3. Place the Memory Cover on the memory bay. 4. Press down until the seven clips in the cover snap into place.
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5. Tighten the two captive screws in the Memory Cover. Replacing the Battery 1. 149 Slide the battery into the battery bay as shown.
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2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the lock position.
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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.
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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. 153 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.
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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.
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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 52. 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 52. 4.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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4. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. 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.
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a. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. 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.
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USB Failure (Right side) If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN/WiMAX fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Bluetooth Function Failure If the Bluetooth fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Start OK Check BT cable connected NG Reconnect the cable to the module OK Check BT cable NG Swap the cable OK Check BT Module NG Swap BT Module OK Check Function Board NG Swap Function Board Swap Mainboard Easy Button Failure If the Media Board fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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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. Try an alternative program to verify mouse operation. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5. Restart the computer. 6.
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Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU). NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power On Issue” on page 153): 169 1.
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POST Code Tables These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Sec NO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatform\sec\Ia32\SecCore.inc) Post Code Description 0xC2 MTRR setup 0xC3 Enable cache 0xC4 Establish cache tags 0xC5 Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0. 0xCF Cache Init Finished Memory DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.
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DLL Timing Control Registers, RCOMP settings Post Code 171 Description 0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers 0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows 0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows 0x30 Perform steps required after memory init 0x31 Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers 0x32 Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable 0x33 Enable RCOMP 0x34 Clear DRAM initialization bit in the SB 0x35 Initialization Sequence Completed, program
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BDS & Specific action: Post Code Description 0x00 Report the legacy boot is happening 0x12 Wake up the Aps 0x13 Initialize SMM Private Data and relocate BSP SMBASE 0x21 PC init begin at the stage1 0x27 Report every memory range do the hard ware ECC init 0x28 Report status code of every memory range 0x50 Get the root bridge handle 0x51 Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource 0x58 Reset the host controller 0x5A IdeBus begin initialization 0x79 Report that the remote termina
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Post Code Description 0xA8 PEI_SB_INIT 0x0C PEI_CAPSULE 0xAA PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE2 0xAC PEI_SB_SMBUS_ARP_DISABLED 0x0F PEI_HOST_TO_SYSTEM 0x40 PEI_MEMORY_INIT 0x41 PEI_S3_RESUME 0xAD PEI_CLOCK_GEN 0xAB PEI_OP_PRESENCE 0xAE PEI_FIND_FV 0x16 PEI_H2O_DEBUG_IO 0x17 PEI_H2O_DEBUG_COMM 0x16~0x1F PEI_RESERVED 0x20~0x2E PEI_OEM_DEFINED 0xAF PEI_DXE_IPL Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT Post Code Description 0x30 RESERVED 0xB6 DXE_CRC32_SECTION_EXTRACT 0xB8 SCRIPT_SAVE 0xB
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Post Code Description 0xDB SATA_CONTROLLER 0xDD SB_SM_BUS 0xE7 ISA_ACPI_DRIVER 0xE8 ISA_BUS 0xE9 ISA_SERIAL 0xED BUS_PCI_UNDI 0xEC PCI_BUS 0xF6 BOOT_PRIORITY 0xF7 FVB_SERVICE 0xF8 ACPI_PLATFORM 0xFB PCI_HOT_PLUG 0xFC DXE_PLATFORM 0xFD PLATFORM_IDE 0x97 SMBIOS 0x98 MEMORY_SUB_CLASS 0x99 MISC_SUB_CLASS 0x82 CON_PLATFORM 0x83 SAVE_MEMORY_CONFIG 0x84 ACPI_SUPPORT 0x85 CON_SPLITTER_UGA_VGA / CON_SPLITTER 0x88 VGA_CLASS 0x89 DATA_HUB 0x60 DISK_IO 0x8B MEMORY_TEST
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Post Code Description 0x87 TERMINAL 0x8A DATA_HUB_STD_ERR 0x7C FAT 0x7D PARTITION 0x7E ENGLISH 0x7F FRENCH 0x9E HII_DATABASE 0x9F OEM_SETUP_BROWSER 0x8C OEM_BADGING_SUPPORT 0xF9 SETUP_MOUSE 0x72 MONITOR_KEY 0xBD PLATFORM_BDS 0x8D RESERVED 0x8E RESERVED 0x8F RESERVED 0xA0 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO 0xB3 DXE_TPM_TCG 0xB4 DXE_TPM_PHYSICAL_PRESENCE 0xB7 DXE_OEM_SERVICE 0x9B DXE_ SECURITY_HDD_PASSWORD_SERVICE 0xA9 DXE_LAN_IDER_CONTROLLER 0x9C DXE_ SECURITY_SYSTEM_PASSWORD_SERVI
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Post Code Description 0x92 SMM_IHISI 0x93 SMM_INT15_MICROCODE 0x94 SMM_PNP 0x95 SMM_INIT_PPM 0xD3 SMM_OEM_SERVICE Chapter 4 176
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Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View ITEM DESCRIPTION JP2 Connect to IO/B (FFC) JP3 JP4 JP7 Connect to Touch pad (FFC) JP8 Connect to Keyboard JP9 ITEM DESCRIPTION U61 Side-port memory (for UMA) Connect to CAP/B (FFC) U65 / U68 VRAM (for DIS) Connect to Bluetooth (Cable) LED9 LED10 LED11 LED12 Battery Charging Indicator LED10 / LED12 AMB LED9 / LED11?Blue Connect to Power BTN board (FFC) JP21 Connect to IO/B (Cable) JP19 Connect to Digital MIC PBJ1 RTC battery JP20
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Bottom View ITEM 178 DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION PJP1 Connect to Battery JREAD1 Card reader PJP2 DC-IN jack JCRT1 CRT Connector JDIM1 / JDIM2 DDR2 Memory socket JHDMI1 HDMI Connector JLVDS1 Connect to LED Panel JP13 FAN Connector JSATA1 Connect to SATA ODD JSATA2 Connect to SATA HDD JCPU1 CPU socket JMINI1 Connect to WLAN U3 NB JMINI2 Reserved U14 SB JUSB1 / JUSB2 USB Connector U64 M92-S2LP VGA JMIC1 Connect to external microphone U66 / U67 VRAM (for DIS) JHP1 C
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Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 5538. Aspire 5538 provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
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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.
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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 Acer. 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.
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Aspire 5538 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 No. Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N 1 Keyboard KB.I170A.0** 5 Fan 23.PEA02.001 2 Upper Cover 60.PEA02.001 6 Lower Cover 60.PEA02.002 3 Mainboard MB.PE902.001/ MB.PEA02.001 7 I/O Board 55.PEA02.004 4 Thermal Unit 60.PEA02.005 60.PE902.
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LCD Assembly 1 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 No. Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N 1 LCD Bezel 60.PEA02.004 6 LVDS Cable 50.PEA02.004 2 Left LCD Bracket 33.PEA02.005 7 Microphone and cable 23.PEA02.002 3 Camera 57.PEA02.001 8 Right LCD bracket 33.PEA02.005 4 LCD Panel LK.15608.003 9 LCD Cover 60.PEA02.003 5 WLAN Antenna 50.PEA02.005/ 50.PEA02.
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Aspire 5538 FRU List CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description ADAPTER AP.06501.027 Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (ADP-65MH B A) LV5, LF LF AP.06503.026 Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (PA-165022AG), LV5 LF AP.0650A.013 Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (HPA0653R3B 1LF), LV5 LF BT.00603.082 Battery SANYO AS-2009D Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON ID: AS09D31 W/ Halogen Free BT.00603.090 Battery SANYO AS-2009D Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON AS09D31 BT.
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CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description 55.PEA02.002 POWER BOARD 55.PEA02.003 TP BOARD 55.PEA02.004 IO BOARD BH.21100.004 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/ w:861 BT.21100.005 FOXCONN BLUETOOTH FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300 NI.23600.007 Foxconn FOX_ATH_XB63 Foxconn Atheros XB63 minicard b/g NI.23600.030 Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros AR5B91 1x2 BGN NI.23600.031 Foxconn Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ralink RT2700E 1x2 BGN NI.23600.033 QMI Wireless LAN Atheros AR5B91 1x2 BGN (EM303) NI.23600.
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CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description 50.PEA02.004 LCD CABLE 50.PEA02.005 ANTENNA WLAN 50.PEA02.006 ANTENNA WLAN-AUX L CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 186 33.PEA02.001 TP BRACKET 33.PEA02.002 HDD BRACKET 33.PEA02.003 CAP SENSOR BRACKET 33.PEA02.004 ODD BRACKET 33.PEA02.005 LCD HINGE R&L 42.PEA02.001 RAM DOOR 42.PEA02.002 HDD DOOR 42.PEA02.003 ODD BEZEL-SM 60.PEA02.
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CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description 60.PEA02.002 LOWER CASE 60.PEA02.003 LCD COVER 60.PEA02.004 LCD BEZEL KC.AL002.110 CPU AMD Athlon L110 PGA 1.2G 512K single core KC.AL002.310 CPU AMD Athlon L310 PGA 1.2G 1M Dual Core KC.ATF02.200 CPU AMD Athlon TF20 PGA 1.6G 512K 638 15W G2 57.PEA02.001 CAMERA 1.0M 6M.PEA02.001 ODD SUPER-MULTI DRIVE MODULE KU.00807.068 ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 9.5mm Tray DL 8X UJ892 LF W/O bezel SATA GBAS2.0, HF KU.0080D.043 ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 9.
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CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description KH.25007.015 HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F KH.25008.021 HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVT-22ZCT0 ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 KH.32001.008 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB ST9320320AS Crockett SATA LF F/W:0303 KH.32004.002 HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB MK3255GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG011J KH.32007.007 HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F KH.32008.013 HDD WD 2.
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CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description KB.I170A.039 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black French Texture KB.I170A.040 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black German Texture KB.I170A.041 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 103KS Black Greek Texture KB.I170A.042 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black Hungarian Texture KB.I170A.043 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black Italian Texture KB.I170A.
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CATEGORY Acer PN Acer Description LK.15606.004 LED LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare LTN156AT06A01 LF 200nit 16ms LK.15608.003 LED LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH3-TLA1 LF 200nit 8ms 500:1 MB.PE902.001 Mainboard AS5538 ATI RS780 SB710 Acer Logo LF UMA MB.PEA02.001 Mainboard AS5538G ATI RS780 SB710 512M-GD3 Acer Logo W/O 1394 V1.0 LF M92LP KN.1GB03.026 Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C LF 64*16 0.07um KN.1GB0B.
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Screw List Acer P/N Description 86.PEA02.001 SCREW M2.46D 3.0LK 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.PEA02.002 SCREW M2D 3L K 3.05D NI NL 86.PEA02.003 SCREW M2.48D 4.0LK 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.PEA02.004 SCREW M2.5D 4.15LK 5.5D ZK NLCR3 86.PEA02.005 EAX20_HDD_ERING_SCREW_CLIP 86.PEA02.006 SCREW M2.45D 8.0LK 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.PEA02.007 SCREW M2.48D 6.0LK 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.PEA02.008 SCREW M3.0D 3L K 5.0D ZK NLCR3 86.PEA02.009 SCREW M2.5D 3.
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Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 5538 Series Model RO Country Acer Part No Description AS5538113G25Mn EMEA Eastern Europe LX.PE90C.001 AS5538-113G25Mn LINPUSAEU7 UMACss 2G+1G/250/BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_ENQ1 AS5538314G32Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PE90C.002 AS5538-314G32Mn LINPUSAME4 UMACss 2*2G/ 320/BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EN72 AS5538203G25Mn AAP Australia/ New Zealand LX.PE90C.003 AS5538-203G25Mn LINPUSAAU1 UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.
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Model 193 Country Acer Part No AS5538113G25Mn EMEA RO Greece LX.PE90X.016 AS5538-113G25Mn VHP32ATGR1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EL32 Description AS5538113G25Mn EMEA Spain LX.PE90X.017 AS5538-113G25Mn VHP32ATES1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_ES22 AS5538113G25Mn EMEA Portugal LX.PE90X.018 AS5538-113G25Mn VHP32ATPT1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_PT12 AS5538113G25Mn EMEA Hungary LX.PE90X.
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Country Acer Part No AS5538113G25Mn Model EMEA South Africa LX.PE90X.042 AS5538-113G25Mn EM VHP32ATZA1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_FR23 AS5538113G25Mn EMEA South Africa LX.PE90X.043 AS5538-113G25Mn EM VHP32ATZA2 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EN16 AS5538113G32Mn EMEA Norway LX.PE90X.044 AS5538-113G32Mn VHP32ATNO1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_NO12 AS5538114G25Mn EMEA Spain LX.PE90X.045 AS5538-114G25Mn VHP32ATES1 MC UMACss 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.
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Model 195 Country Acer Part No AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA RO Middle East LX.PEA0X.011 AS5538G-313G32Mn EM VHP32ATME2 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EN15 Description AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PEA0X.012 AS5538G-313G32Mn EM VHP32ATME6 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EN15 AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PEA0X.013 AS5538G-313G32Mn EM VHP32ATME9 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_FR22 AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA Greece LX.PEA0X.
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Country Acer Part No AS5538G313G32Mn Model EMEA Czech LX.PEA0X.030 AS5538G-313G32Mn VHP32ATCZ2 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_SK12 AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA Norway LX.PEA0X.031 AS5538G-313G32Mn VHP32ATNO3 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_ENS3 AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA Norway LX.PEA0X.032 AS5538G-313G32Mn VHP32ATNO3 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_ENS4 AS5538G313G32Mn EMEA Norway LX.PEA0X.
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Country Acer Part No AS5538111G25Mn Model CHINA RO Hong Kong LX.PEB0Y.001 AS5538-111G25Mn VHB32ATHK2 MC UMAss 1*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_AN_ZH31 AS5538111G25Mn CHINA China LX.PEB0Y.002 AS5538-111G25Mn VHB32ATCN1 MC UMAss 1*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_AN_SC11 AS5538312G25Mn WW GCTWN S2.PE90C.001 AS5538-312G25Mn LINPUSAWW1 UMACss 2*1G/250/BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_1.0D_AN_ENX1 AS5538312G25Mn WW WW S2.PE90C.002 AS5538-312G25Mn LINPUSAWW1 UMACss 2*1G/250/BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_1.
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Model CPU LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA N AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.
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Model CPU LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 AS5538G-313G32Mi AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4) AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4) AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4) AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4) AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4) AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4) AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.
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Memory 1 Memory 2 HDD 1(GB) ODD Extra SW1 Card Reader AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.
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Model Memory 1 Memory 2 HDD 1(GB) ODD Extra SW1 Card Reader AS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built in AS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.
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Model Memory 1 Memory 2 HDD 1(GB) ODD AS5538G-312G25Mn SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 N 5 in 1-Built in AS5538-312G25Mn SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 N 5 in 1-Built in Wireless LAN Wireless LAN1 AS5538113G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN AS5538314G32Mn Model Extra SW1 Card Reader BT OS OS-Country Kit K/B 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.1 LINPUS LINPUSAEU7ENQ1 SLO/CRO (KB.I170A.049) 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.1 LINPUS LINPUSAME4EN72 Russian (KB.I170A.
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Wireless LAN Wireless LAN1 AS5538113G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATFI2FI11 Sweden (KB.I170A.051) AS5538113G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATEU5RO12 US International (KB.I170A.056) AS5538113G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATEU3RU23 Russian (KB.I170A.048) AS5538113G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATEU5PL13 US International (KB.I170A.
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Wireless LAN Wireless LAN1 AS5538113G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN AS5538114G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN AS5538114G50Mn Model OS OS-Country Kit K/B N VHP32 VHP32ATNO1NO12 Norwegian (KB.I170A.046) 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATES1ES22 Spanish (KB.I170A.050) 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATES1ES22 Spanish (KB.I170A.050) AS5538312G25Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.1 VHP32 VHP32ATME2AR23 Arabic (KB.I170A.
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Wireless LAN Wireless LAN1 AS5538G313G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATFI2FI11 Sweden (KB.I170A.051) AS5538G313G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATHU1HU13 Hungarian (KB.I170A.042) AS5538G313G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATPT1PT12 Portuguese (KB.I170A.047) AS5538G313G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATES1ES22 Spanish (KB.I170A.
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Wireless LAN Wireless LAN1 AS5538G313G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN AS5538G313G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN AS5538G313G32Mn Model OS OS-Country Kit K/B N VHP32 VHP32ATZA1FR23 French (KB.I170A.039) 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATZA2EN16 US International (KB.I170A.056) 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N VHP32 VHP32ATNO1NO12 Norwegian (KB.I170A.046) AS5538G312G32Mn 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.1 VHP32 VHP32ATHK2ZH31 US International (KB.I170A.
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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 5538 series Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
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Windows XP Environment Test Vendor Type Description Adapter DELTA 65W Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (ADP-65MH B A) LV5, Timeline LF LF HIPRO 65W Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (HPA0653R3B 1LF), LV5 Timeline LF LITE-ON 65W Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (PA-1650-22AG), LV5 Timeline LF ALC269X Realtek Audio Codec ALC269X PANASONIC 6CELL2.2 Battery PANASONIC AS-2009D Li-Ion 3S2P PANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON ID: AS09D51 W/ Halogen Free PANASONIC 6CELL2.
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Vendor Type Description CPU AMD AAL110 CPU AMD Athlon L110 PGA 1.2G 512K single core AMD AAL310 CPU AMD Athlon L310 PGA 1.2G 1M Dual Core AMD AATF20 CPU AMD Athlon TF20 PGA 1.6G 512K 638 15W G2 HGST N160GB5.4K S HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS545016B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/ W:C60F HGST N250GB5.4K S HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/ W:C60F HGST N320GB5.4K S HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F HGST N500GB5.
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Vendor Type Description AUO NLED15.6WX GAGS LED LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW03 V1 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LPL NLED15.6WX GAGS LED LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH3TLA1 LF 200nit 8ms 500:1 SAMSUNG NLED15.6WX GAGS LED LCD SAMSUNG 15.
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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 D Antennas DC-In Cable Removing 101 Replacing 103 Removing 81 DIMM Module Removing 52 Replacing 141 B Battery Display 4 Replacing 149 display Battery Pack Removing 45 BIOS hotkeys 13 E ROM type 19 vendor 19 Version 19 Euro Key 14 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 44 BIOS Utility 23–34 Advanced 28 Boot 32 Exit 33 Navigating 23 Power 31 Save and Exit 33 Security 28 System Security 33 F Fan Removing 87 Replacing 117 Features 1 FLASH Utility 34 Flash Utility 34 Bluetooth Module
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Replacing 125 Internal Microphone Failure 159 Microphone Internal Power Cable 81 Removing 99 Replacing 104 Internal Speaker Failure 157 J Model Definition 192 Jumper and Connector Locations 177 N Top View 177 No Display Issue 154 K num lock on indicator 9 Keyboard Removing 60 Replacing 138 O ODD Keyboard Failure 156 Replacing 145 L Online Support Information 212 optical drive module 49 LCD Bezel Removing 92 Replacing 110 P LCD Brackets Panel 5 Removing 98 Replacing 106 left 5 PC C
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Touchpad Failure 157 Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure 156 Internal Microphone 159 Internal Speakers 157 LCD Failure 156 No Display 154 Other Failures 168 Thermal Unit 167 Touchpad 157 USB 164 WLAN 165 U Undetermined Problems 169 Upper Cover Removing 62 Replacing 134 USB Failure (Rightside) 164 utility BIOS 23–34 V volume hotkeys 13 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 208 Wireless Function Failure 165 WLAN Antennas Removing 101 Replacing 103 WLAN Board Removing 55 Replacing 140 215
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