Acer KB.I170A.058 Technical Information

Aspire 5538 SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

Chapter 3 90Removing the CPU1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 89.2. Using a flat blade screw driver, rotate the CPU screw 180° counter cloc

91 Chapter 3 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessIMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and replaceme

Chapter 3 92Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 85.2. Remove the four screw covers and four screws securing the front bezel

93 Chapter 34. 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 pu

Chapter 3 94Removing the Camera Board1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 92.2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module.3. Disconnect the cable

95 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Panel1. See “Removing the Camera Board” on page 94.2. Remove the four screws securing the LCD Panel to the LCD Module.3.

Chapter 3 96Removing the FPC Cable1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95.2. Turn the LCD panel over on a clean surface.3. Lift the camera cable to

97 Chapter 35. Hold the adhesive tape clear of the LCD Panel.6. Disconnect the LCD cable as shown and remove the cable from the LCD Panel.

Chapter 3 98Removing the LCD Brackets1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95.2. Pick up the antenna cable so the bracket can clear the cable.3. Lif

99 Chapter 3Removing the Microphone1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95.2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the antenna cables.3

Chapter 1 1System SpecificationsFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Operating System• Genuine Windows Vista®Platform• AMD

Chapter 3 1005. Lift the Microphone Module upward to detach the adhesive holding it in place.

101 Chapter 3Removing the Antennas1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 95.2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the antenna cables.3.

Chapter 3 1025. Lift up the shielding holding the left Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable is free from all fasteners.6. Carefully pry up th

103 Chapter 3LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the Antennas1. Adhere the Left Antenna Pad (White cable) to the LCD Cover as shown.2. Replace th

Chapter 3 1043. Adhere the Left Antenna Pad (Black cable) to the LCD Cover as shown.4. Replace the shielding to secure the right Antenna cable in plac

105 Chapter 32. 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.

Chapter 3 106Replacing the LCD Brackets1. Lift the antenna cable and slide the left LCD Bracket under the antenna cable.2. Place the LCD bracket on th

107 Chapter 34. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket.Replacing the FPC Cable1. Connect the LCD cable as

Chapter 3 1083. Adhere the camera cable to the LCD Panel.Replacing the LCD Panel1. Place the LCD Panel into of the LCD Cover back edge first, aligning

109 Chapter 32. Insert the four screws to secure the LCD Panel to the LCD Module.Replacing the Camera Board1. Connect the cable to the Camera Board as

2 Chapter 1Communication• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam•WLAN:• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N*• Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*• WPAN: Blueto

Chapter 3 1102. 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 sur

111 Chapter 33. 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

Chapter 3 1125. Continue pressing down along the edges, working towards the top of the LCD Module.IMPORTANT:If any of the clips do not readily snap in

113 Chapter 3Main Unit Reassembly ProcessReplacing the LCD Module1. Using both hands, place the LCD Module into the Lower Cover.2. Replace the three s

Chapter 3 1143. Insert the Microphone cable into the securing clips as shown.4. Insert the Antenna cables into the cable channel on the Lower Cover as

115 Chapter 3Replacing the CPU1. Place the CPU into the socket.IMPORTANT:Be sure to align the socket marker with the indicator on the CPU. The socket

Chapter 3 1162. Place the pads as shown.3. Grasp the Thermal Module by the CPU heat sink and place onto the Mainboard as shown.

117 Chapter 34. Insert the four screws to secure the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in the following order: 1, 2, 3, 4.Replacing the Fan1. Place the

Chapter 3 1182. Insert the single screw to secure the fan to the Mainboard.3. Connect the fan cable to the Mainboard.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeFan

119 Chapter 3Replacing the Mainboard1. Connect the DC-In Cable to the mainboard.2. Reach under the mainboard to plug in the LVDS cable.3. Insert the M

Chapter 1 3• Operating: 20% to 80%• Non-operating: 20% to 80%NOTE: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of

Chapter 3 1204. Insert the LVDS cable into the cable channel as shown.5. Insert the DC-In cable into the securing clips as shown.

121 Chapter 36. Insert the two screws securing the Mainboard and Fan to the Lower Cover as indicated.7. Connect the Microphone Cable to the Mainboard.

Chapter 3 122Replacing the I/O Board1. 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 C

123 Chapter 34. Insert the single screw to secure the I/O Board to the Lower Cover.5. Connect the cable to the Mainboard.Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Chapter 3 1246. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch.Replacing the Bluetooth Module1. Insert the Bluetooth Module right side f

125 Chapter 33. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard.4. Apply the adhesive to secure the cable in place.Replacing the Media Board1. Insert the

Chapter 3 1262. Holding the mylar back, insert the Media Board under the securing clips in the upper cover and place on the upper cover so the alignin

127 Chapter 35. Insert the single screw to secure the Media Board to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Speaker Modules1. Place the right side speaker onto

Chapter 3 1282. 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 an

129 Chapter 34. Insert the four screws to secure the Speakers to the Upper Cover.Replacing the Power Board1. Insert the Power Board into the Lower Cov

4 Chapter 1System Block DiagramPower On/Off CKT.CRT Conn.LPC BUSuFCBGA-528Int.KBUSB conn X 2A link Express2DC/DC Interface CKT.AMD S1G1 Processor3.3V

Chapter 3 1303. Insert the single screw to secure the Power Board to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Touchpad Bracket1. Slide the Touchpad Bracket into

131 Chapter 32. 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

Chapter 3 132Replacing the Button Board1. Insert the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown.2. Place the Button Board on the Upper Cover so that the

133 Chapter 34. 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

Chapter 3 134Replacing the Upper Cover1. Place the Upper Cover on the assembly bottom edge first.2. Starting at the bottom edge, press the edges of th

135 Chapter 33. Insert the six securing screws into the Upper Cover.4. Turn the computer over and connect the following cables to the Mainboard:Step S

Chapter 3 136a. 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

137 Chapter 3d. 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.

Chapter 3 1385. Turn the computer over and insert the screws to secure the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Keyboard1. Connect the FFC and

139 Chapter 32. 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

Chapter 1 5Your Notebook TourThis section provides an overview of the features and functions of the notebook.Front ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Acer

Chapter 3 140External Module Reassembly ProcessReplacing the WLAN Board1. Insert the WLAN Board into the Mainboard.2. Insert the single screw to secur

141 Chapter 33. Connect the Antenna cables to the WLAN Board.NOTE: Cable placement is White to the AUX terminal (right) and Black to the MAIN terminal

Chapter 3 1423. 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.

143 Chapter 3Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. Place the HDD into the carrier.2. Insert the four screws (two each side) to secure the hard disk t

Chapter 3 1443. 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

145 Chapter 3Replacing the ODD1. 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

Chapter 3 1464. Slide the ODD module into the assembly5. Insert the screw to secure the ODD module.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeODD Module M2.5*3 1

147 Chapter 3Replacing the Lower Covers1. Place the HDD cover over the HDD bay. Press until the six tabs in the door engage. 2. Tighten the two captiv

Chapter 3 1483. Place the Memory Cover on the memory bay. 4. Press down until the seven clips in the cover snap into place.

149 Chapter 35. Tighten the two captive screws in the Memory Cover.Replacing the Battery1. Slide the battery into the battery bay as shown.

6 Chapter 1Closed Front ViewLeft View10 CommunicationkeyEnables / disables the WLAN function.Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management forthree-step

Chapter 3 1502. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the lock position.

151 Chapter 3

Chapter 4 152TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

153 Chapter 4Power On IssueIf the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-de

Chapter 4 154No Display IssueIf the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-def

155 Chapter 4Abnormal Video DisplayIf video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the comp

Chapter 4 156LCD FailureIf the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:Buil

157 Chapter 4Touchpad FailureIf the Touchpad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-de

Chapter 4 158Sound ProblemsIf sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the compute

159 Chapter 4Internal Microphone FailureIf the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not r

Chapter 1 7Right View2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.3 External display (VGA) portConnects to a display

Chapter 4 160HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

161 Chapter 4ODD FailureIf the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:ODD

Chapter 4 1624. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager.a. Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a devic

163 Chapter 4a. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager.b. Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right

Chapter 4 164USB Failure (Right side)If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not repla

165 Chapter 4Wireless Function FailureIf the WLAN/WiMAX fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a no

Chapter 4 166Bluetooth Function FailureIf the Bluetooth fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a no

167 Chapter 4Thermal Unit FailureIf the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-d

Chapter 4 168External Mouse FailureIf an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternati

169 Chapter 4Undetermined ProblemsThe diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whe

8 Chapter 1Base ViewRear ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.Note: The battery shown is for reference o

Chapter 4 170POST Code TablesThese tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST.SecNO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatform\sec

171 Chapter 4DLL Timing Control Registers, RCOMP settingsPost Code Description0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers0x28 Enable all clocks on populated

Chapter 4 172BDS & Specific action:Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORTPost Code Description0x00 Report the legacy boot is happening0x12 Wake up

173 Chapter 4Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT0xA8 PEI_SB_INIT0x0C PEI_CAPSULE0xAA PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE20xAC PEI_SB_SMBUS_ARP_DISABLED0x0F PEI_HOS

Chapter 4 1740xDB SATA_CONTROLLER0xDD SB_SM_BUS0xE7 ISA_ACPI_DRIVER0xE8 ISA_BUS0xE9 ISA_SERIAL0xED BUS_PCI_UNDI0xEC PCI_BUS0xF6 BOOT_PRIORITY0xF7 FVB_

175 Chapter 4Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT0x87 TERMINAL0x8A DATA_HUB_STD_ERR0x7C FAT0x7D PARTITION0x7E ENGLISH0x7F FRENCH0x9E HII_DATABAS

Chapter 4 1760x92 SMM_IHISI0x93 SMM_INT15_MICROCODE0x94 SMM_PNP0x95 SMM_INIT_PPM0xD3 SMM_OEM_SERVICEPost Code Description

Chapter 5 177Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONJP2 Connect to IO/B (FFC) U61 Side-port memory (for UMA)JP3 Connec

178 Chapter 5Bottom ViewITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONPJP1 Connect to Battery JREAD1 Card readerPJP2 DC-IN jack JCRT1 CRT ConnectorJDIM1 / JDIM2DDR

Chapter 5 179Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

Chapter 1 9IndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is closed.

180 Chapter 5BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block:BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the syste

Chapter 6 181FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Acer. Refer

182 Chapter 6Aspire 5538 Exploded DiagramsMain Assembly**Multiple Configurations AvailableNo. Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N1 Keyboard

Chapter 6 183LCD AssemblyNo. Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N1 LCD Bezel 60.PEA02.004 6 LVDS Cable 50.PEA02.0042 Left LCD Bracket 33.PEA0

184 Chapter 6Aspire 5538 FRU ListCATEGORY Acer PN Acer DescriptionADAPTERAP.06501.027 Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (ADP-65MH B A) LV5, LF L

Chapter 6 18555.PEA02.002 POWER BOARD55.PEA02.003 TP BOARD55.PEA02.004 IO BOARDBH.21100.004 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/w:861BT.21

186 Chapter 650.PEA02.004 LCD CABLE50.PEA02.005 ANTENNA WLAN50.PEA02.006 ANTENNA WLAN-AUX LCASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 33.PEA02.001 TP BRACKET33.PEA02

Chapter 6 18760.PEA02.002 LOWER CASE60.PEA02.003 LCD COVER60.PEA02.004 LCD BEZELCPU/PROCESSORKC.AL002.110 CPU AMD Athlon L110 PGA 1.2G 512K single cor

188 Chapter 6KH.25007.015 HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60FKH.25008.021 HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD250

Chapter 6 189KB.I170A.039 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black French TextureKB.I170A.040 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Stan

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on this service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1TouchPad BasicsThe following items show you how to use the TouchPad:• Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor.• Press

190 Chapter 6LK.15606.004 LED LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare LTN156AT06-A01 LF 200nit 16msLK.15608.003 LED LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH3

Chapter 6 191Screw ListAcer P/N Description86.PEA02.001 SCREW M2.46D 3.0LK 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL86.PEA02.002 SCREW M2D 3L K 3.05D NI NL86.PEA02.003 SCREW M2.

Appendix A 192Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire 5538 Series Model RO Country Acer Part No DescriptionAS5538-113G25MnEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.PE90C

193 Appendix AAS5538-113G25MnEMEA Greece LX.PE90X.016 AS5538-113G25Mn VHP32ATGR1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EL32AS5538-113G25MnEMEA Spai

Appendix A 194AS5538-113G25MnEMEA South AfricaLX.PE90X.042 AS5538-113G25Mn EM VHP32ATZA1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_FR23AS5538-113G25MnE

195 Appendix AAS5538G-313G32MnEMEA Middle EastLX.PEA0X.011 AS5538G-313G32Mn EM VHP32ATME2 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EN15AS5538G

Appendix A 196AS5538G-313G32MnEMEA Czech LX.PEA0X.030 AS5538G-313G32Mn VHP32ATCZ2 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_SK12AS5538G-313G32M

197 Appendix AAS5538-111G25MnCHINA Hong KongLX.PEB0Y.001 AS5538-111G25Mn VHB32ATHK2 MC UMAss 1*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_AN_ZH31AS5538-111G25MnCHINA China L

Appendix A 198AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA NAS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA NAS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA NAS5538-

199 Appendix AAS5538G-313G32Mi AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4)AS5538G-313G32Mn AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGS M92LP 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4)AS5538G-

Chapter 1 11Using the KeyboardYour Acer Aspire Series notebook has a close-to-full-sized keyboard and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, loc

Appendix A 200AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built inAS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 Mc

201 Appendix AAS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built inAS5538G-313G32Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N320GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5

Appendix A 202AS5538G-312G25Mn SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 N 5 in 1-Built inAS5538-312G25Mn SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 N 5 in

203 Appendix AAS5538-113G25Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNN VHP32 VHP32ATFI2FI11 Sweden (KB.I170A.051)AS5538-113G25Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 B

Appendix A 204AS5538-113G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNN VHP32 VHP32ATNO1NO12 Norwegian (KB.I170A.046)AS5538-114G25Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x

205 Appendix AAS5538G-313G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNN VHP32 VHP32ATFI2FI11 Sweden (KB.I170A.051)AS5538G-313G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2

Appendix A 206AS5538G-313G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNN VHP32 VHP32ATZA1FR23 French (KB.I170A.039)AS5538G-313G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2

207 Appendix A

Appendix B 208Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

209 Appendix BWindows XP Environment TestVendor Type DescriptionAdapterDELTA 65W Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (ADP-65MH B A) LV5, Timeline

12 Chapter 1Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the s

Appendix B 210CPUAMD AAL110 CPU AMD Athlon L110 PGA 1.2G 512K single coreAMD AAL310 CPU AMD Athlon L310 PGA 1.2G 1M Dual CoreAMD AATF20 CPU AMD Athlon

211 Appendix BAUO NLED15.6WXGAGSLED LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW03 V1 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1LPL NLED15.6WXGAGSLED LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare

Appendix C 212Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

213AAntennasRemoving 101Replacing 103BBatteryReplacing 149Battery PackRemoving 45BIOSROM type 19vendor 19Version 19BIOS Utility 23–34Advanced 28Boot 3

214Internal Microphone Failure 159Internal Power Cable 81Internal Speaker Failure 157JJumper and Connector Locations 177Top View 177KKeyboardRemoving

215Touchpad Failure 157TroubleshootingBuilt-in KB Failure 156Internal Microphone 159Internal Speakers 157LCD Failure 156No Display 154Other Failures 1

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Chapter 1 13Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume

14 Chapter 1Special KeysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol

Chapter 1 15Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorProcessor SpecificationsCPU Fan True Value TableThrottling 50%: On= 90°C; OFF=80°COS sh

16 Chapter 1Video SpecificationsHard Disk Drive Interface Supports DIMM Speed 667MHZItem SpecificationChipset Integrated VGA solution for AMD RS780M

Chapter 1 17Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8MB 8 MBInterfaceSATA SATA SATA SATAInternal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)8301175 830 1175I/O data transfer rate(Mb

18 Chapter 1Spindle speed (RPM)5400Performance SpecificationsBuffer size 8 MBInterfaceSATAInternal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)N/AI/O data transfer

Chapter 1 19Super-Multi Drive Module BIOSLED 15.6” Item SpecificationVendor & model name HLDS GU10N PANASONIC UJ892Performance SpecificationWith C

IIICopyrightCopyright © 2009 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, store

20 Chapter 1BluetoothAudio Codec and AmplifierLAN InterfaceKeyboardMini CardCameraWeight (without inverter)Physical Size (mm)Electrical InterfaceViewi

Chapter 1 21Wireless LAN InterfaceOptical apertureFocusing rangeDimensions (L x W x H mm)Sensor typePixel resolutionPixel sizeImage sizeItem Specific

22 Chapter 1 BatteryOperating Frequency Modulation Schemes Channel Numbers •Data Rate Media Access Protocol Transmitter Output Power802.11bRadio Tech

Chapter 2 23System UtilitiesBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

24 Chapter 2InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.NOTE: The system information is subject to diff

Chapter 2 25MainThe Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.NOTE: The scree

26 Chapter 2AdvancedThe Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options.IMPORTANT: Making incorrect settings to items o

Chapter 2 27Peripheral ConfigurationEnter the Peripheral Configuration menu. • Peripheral Configuration:•Serial Port A•Serial Port B• Parallel Port•

28 Chapter 2SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below descri

Chapter 2 29Setting a PasswordFollow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Superviso

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.NOTE Gives bits and piece

30 Chapter 2Changing a Password1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password bo

Chapter 2 31PowerThe Power screen allows the user to configure CPU and power management options.The table below describes the parameters in this scree

32 Chapter 2BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

Chapter 2 33ExitThe Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.The table below describes the parameters

34 Chapter 2BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features or

Chapter 2 35DOS Flash UtilityPerform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility:1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu.2. Select Boot M

36 Chapter 2WinFlash UtilityPerform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility:1. Double click the WinFlash executable.2. Click OK to begin the u

Chapter 2 37Remove HDD/BIOS Password UtilitiesThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:When the user keys in the wro

38 Chapter 2Removing BIOS Passwords:If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image bel

Chapter 2 39Miscellaneous UtilitiesUsing Boot Sequence SelectorBoot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changes without accessing the BIOS.

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.1. This Service Guide provides you wi

40 Chapter 2Example 1: Read DMI Information from MemoryInput: dmitools /r Output:Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): AcerProduct Name (Type1, Offset05h):

Chapter 2 41

Chapter 3 42Machine Disassembly and ReplacementThis chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenan

43 Chapter 3General InformationPre-disassembly InstructionsBefore proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:1. Tu

Chapter 3 44External Module Disassembly ProcessNOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color

45 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn the computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the b

Chapter 3 46Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 452. Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover.3. Lift

47 Chapter 34. Remove the two screws securing the HDD Module in place.5. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the HDD from the in

Chapter 3 486. 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

49 Chapter 38. Remove the HDD from the carrier.Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 452. Loosen the three

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Chapter 3 503. 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.5. S

51 Chapter 36. Remove the screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. 7. Insert an appropriate tool

Chapter 3 52Removing the DIMM Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 452. Loosen the two captive screws in the Memory Cover.3. Lift the Memo

53 Chapter 35. 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

Chapter 3 548. Remove the DIMM.

55 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45.2. Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover.3. Lift the HDD cov

Chapter 3 564. Disconnect the Antenna cables from the WLAN Board.NOTE: Cable placement is White to the AUX terminal (right) and Black to the MAIN term

57 Chapter 36. Remove the WLAN Board from the Mainboard.

Chapter 3 58Main Unit Disassembly ProcessIMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and replacement

59 Chapter 3Media Board M2.5*3 1 86.PEA02.001I/O Board M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007Mainboard M2.5*5 1 86.PEA02.007LCD Module M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007LCD Module

VIITable of ContentsSystem Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3 60Removing the KeyboardIMPORTANT: The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care not to use excessive force

61 Chapter 35. 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 rem

Chapter 3 62Removing the Upper Cover1. Remove all external modules. See “External Modules Disassembly Flowchart” on page 44.2. Remove the screws secur

63 Chapter 3a. Disconnect the Speaker Cable as shown.b. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Power Board FFC as shown.c. Release the locking l

Chapter 3 64d. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Media Board FFC as shown.4. Remove the six securing screws from the Upper Cover.Step Size

65 Chapter 35. 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 a

Chapter 3 66Removing the Button BoardIMPORTANT: The Touchpad Board cannot be removed individually. To replace the Button Board, replace the entire Upp

67 Chapter 34. Lift the securing latch and disconnect the single FFC connecting the Button Board to the Touchpad.5. Peel back the two FFCs to release

Chapter 3 687. Pull the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown.IMPORTANT: Ensure that the FFC is not torn off during removal.

69 Chapter 3Removing the Touchpad Bracket1. See “Removing the Button Board” on page 66.2. Remove the single screw securing the Touchpad Bracket to the

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Touchpad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69Removing the Power Board

Chapter 3 704. Slide the Touchpad Bracket out from the slots in the upper cover.

71 Chapter 3Removing the Power Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62.2. Remove the single screw securing the Power Board to the Lower Cove

Chapter 3 72IMPORTANT:The FFC is soldered to the power board. Take care when lifting to minimize bending of the connection, lest breakage occur.5. Lif

73 Chapter 3Removing the Speaker Modules1. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 71.2. Remove the four screws securing the Speakers to the Upper Cove

Chapter 3 745. 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

75 Chapter 3Removing the Media Board1. See “Removing the Speaker Modules” on page 73.2. Remove the single screw securing the Media Board to the Lower

Chapter 3 764. 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

77 Chapter 3Removing the Bluetooth Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62.2. Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth Module.3. Lift the Bl

Chapter 3 78Removing the I/O Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62.2. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard.3.

79 Chapter 34. Remove the single screw securing the I/O Board to the Lower Cover.5. Tilt the board up as indicated and carefully flip the board over.S

IXTable of ContentsNo Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154Random Loss of

Chapter 3 806. 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.

81 Chapter 3Removing the DC-In Cable1. See “Removing the I/O Board” on page 78.2. Remove the DC-In Socket from the well on the bottom cover.3. Remove

Chapter 3 82Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the DC-In Cable” on page 81.2. Disconnect the Microphone cable from the Mainboard.3. Disconnect the

83 Chapter 34. Remove the two screws securing the Mainboard and Fan to the Lower Cover as indicated.5. Lift the Mainboard right side first to release

Chapter 3 846. Reach under the mainboard to unplug the LVDS cable, and remove the Mainboard from the assembly.7. Disconnect the DC-In Cable from the m

85 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 82.2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the WLAN cables in place.3. Remove t

Chapter 3 865. Remove the three screws on the rear of the Lower Cover securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover.IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables

87 Chapter 3Removing the Fan1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 82.2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove the single screw secur

Chapter 3 884. Lift the fan away from the Mainboard.

89 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Fan” on page 87.2. Remove the four screws securing the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in