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Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG SeriesAspire 5542G/5542/5242 SeriesAspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 SeriesAspire 5536/5536G/5236 SeriesService Guide

2 Chapter 1Display and graphics• 16:9 aspect ratio• 15.6" HD 1366 x 768• VGA Controller For Aspire 5738G/5738ZG Series:• Mobile Intel® GL40 Expre

92 Chapter 316. Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel. Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 9314. See “Removing the LCD Brackets” on page 89.15. See “Removing the FPC Cable” on page 90.16. Release the antenna cables from the alumini

94 Chapter 3Removing the Web Camera1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3. See “Removing the D

Chapter 4 95Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer

96 Chapter 4System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive CheckDo the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-

Chapter 4 97• External keyboardIf any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory CheckMemory

98 Chapter 4Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following:From Software:1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel2. In P

Chapter 4 99Index of Error MessagesError Code ListError Codes Error Messages006 Equipment Configuration ErrorCauses:1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch2.

100 Chapter 4System timer error RTC batteryRun BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.System boardReal time clock error RTC

Chapter 4 101Error Message ListNo beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceNo beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.Power source (batte

Chapter 1 3• WLAN: • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* (For Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 and Aspire 5738DG only)• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802

102 Chapter 4Phoenix BIOS Beep CodesCode Beeps POST Routine Description02h Verify Real Mode03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)04h Get CPU type06h

Chapter 4 1033Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values42h Initialize interrupt vectors45h POST devi

104 Chapter 482h Detect and install external RS232 ports83h Configure non-MCD IDE controllers84h Detect and install external parallel ports85h Initial

Chapter 4 105B9h Prepare BootBAh Initialize DMI parametersBBh Initialize PnP Option ROMsBCh Clear parity checkersBDh Display MultiBoot menuBEh Clear s

106 Chapter 4F5h Boot to Mini DOSF6h Clear Huge SegmentF7h Boot to Full DOSCode Beeps

Chapter 4 107Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceLCD backlight doesn't workLCD is too dark

108 Chapter 4The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 97. Hold and press the powe

Chapter 4 109The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode.See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 26.Hard disk connection boardHard disk driveSystem b

110 Chapter 4NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 112.Modem-Relate

Chapter 4 111Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defe

4 Chapter 1System Block DiagramFor Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG and Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 Series:

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

Chapter 5 113Main Board Top ViewNo. Code Connector1 SPKR_L1 Left speaker cable connector2 KB1 Keyboard cable connector3 AMIC1 MIC cable connector4 SPK

114 Chapter 5Bottom ViewNo. Code Connector1 BT1 Bluetooth board cable connector2 LOUT1 Headphone/speaker/line-out jack3 MICIN1 Microphone-in jack4 LIN

Chapter 5 115Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provides the standard operating procedures for clearing the password and BIOS recov

116 Chapter 5Gap name in Aspire 5542G/5542/5242 and Aspire 5536/5536G/5236 Series is G106. Steps for Clearing BIOS Password CheckIf the user sets th

Chapter 5 117BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block:BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of the BIOS. It is used to boot up the s

118 Chapter 53. Decompress the Crisis Package Source. Select WINCRIS.EXE and then select Run as administrator under Windows. 4. Keep the default s

Chapter 5 1196. The Crisis Disk will be created after a few seconds. 7. Press No if you do not want to create another Crisis Disk.

120 Chapter 58. Reconnect the USB removable storage device and check if it contains the 3 files shown in the following figure.

Chapter 6 121This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series, Aspire 5738G/57

Chapter 1 5For Aspire 5536/5536G/5236 Series:

122 Chapter 6Exploded Diagram

Chapter 6 123FRU ListAspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series, Aspire 5542G/5542/5242 Series, Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 Series and Aspire 5536/5536G/523

124 Chapter 6BOARDS1 USB BOARD 55.PAT01.0021 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 512AN_MMWG SHIRLEY PEAK 5100 MM#895361KI.SPM01.0031 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 512AG_MMWG SHIR

Chapter 6 125CABLES 1 POWER CORD 2.5A 125V USA 27.01518.7811 POWER CORD 2.5A 125V 1.8M BLACK TAIWANESE 27.01518.A111 POWER CORD 10A 250V 1.8M BRAZIL B

126 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY1 SD DUMMY CARD 42.TKJ01.0011 TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33.PAW01.0011 UNITLOAD COVER 42.PAW01.0021 UPPER CASE BLUE W/LE

Chapter 6 127DVD-RW DRIVE 2 ODD HLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 8X 12.7MM TRAY DL GT20N LF W/O BEZEL CP03 SATA FOR WINDOWS7KU.0080D.0512 ODD PANASONIC SUPER-MU

128 Chapter 6HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 320GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA HGST HTS545032B9A300 PANTHER B LF F/W:C60F DISK IMBALANCE CRITERIA = 0.014G-CMKH.3

Chapter 6 129KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE TURKISHKB.I170A.0541 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T J

130 Chapter 62. ACER_ASPIRE 5738DG M92XT512CFBB 2V3_JV50_MV (NO: LX.PKE02.002/11 )MISCELLANEOUS 1 LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.AU401.0011 NAME PLATE AS5738DG

Chapter 6 131BOARDS 2 INVERTER BOARD YEC YNV-W15 19.AR501.0012 INVERTER BOARD FOXCONN T62I240.03 V.00 19.AR501.0022 INVERTER BOARD SUMIDA TWS-458-124

6 Chapter 1For Aspire 5542G/5542/5242 Series:

132 Chapter 6CABLES 1 POWER CORD 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.T30V1.0041 POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.01518.7311 POWER CORD 10A 250V ARGENTINE 27.01518.

Chapter 6 133CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 2 3D FILM LCD BRACKET W/HINGE RIGHT 34.4CG34.0012 3D FILM LCD BRACKET W/HINGE LEFT 34.4CG35.0012 BLUE-RAY C

134 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY1 WIRELESS LAN COVER 42.PAW01.003COMBO MODULE 1 BLU-RAY COMBO MODULE 4X SATA FOR WINDOWS71 BLU-RAY COMBO MODUL

Chapter 6 135DVD-RW DRIVE2ODD PANASONIC SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY DL 8X UJ890A LF W/O BEZEL SATA HF+WINDOWS 7KU.00807.0702ODD HLDS SUPER-MULTI DRI

136 Chapter 6HEATSINK 1 CPU HEATSINK DISCRETE DDR2 W/FAN 60.PEY01.0011 CPU HEATSINK DISCRETE DDR2 W/FAN 60.PEY01.001KEYBOARD 1KEYBOARD 104KEYS NS

Chapter 6 137KEYBOARD1KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE NORDICKB.I170A.0451KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50

138 Chapter 63. ACER_ASPIRE 5738DZG M92XT512CBB 2V3_JV50_MV (NO:LX.PKF02.043)SCREWS 1 SCREW M2.5X6 86.00E12.5361 SCREW M2X4 86.00E13.5241 SCREW M2.5*L

Chapter 6 139BOARDS 1 TOUCH PAD BUTTON BOARD 55.PAW01.0031 TOUCHPAD BOARD SYNAPTICS TM00540-005 56.ATR01.0011 TOUCHPAD BOARD ALPS KGDFF0038A 56.PAW01.

140 Chapter 6CABLES 1 POWER CORD 5A 250V 3PIN UK BK 27.03118.0011 POWER CORD 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.01518.5511 POWER CORD 10A 3PIN BK DENMARK 27.01518.

Chapter 6 141CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY2 LCD COVER IMR 15.6" BLUE W/ANTENNA*2 & LOGO NONE 3G FOR HMW60.4CG61.0012 LCD BEZEL 15.6" W/CAM

Chapter 1 7Your Acer Notebook tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.Front ViewIcon Item Description1 Acer

142 Chapter 6CPU/PROCESSOR 1 CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE T4300 PGA 2.1G 1M 800 R-0KC.43001.DTP1 CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE T4200 PGA 2.0G 1M 800 35W

Chapter 6 143HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD2500BEVT-22ZCT0 F/W:11.01A11KH.25008.0211 HDD MODULE 320GB 5400RPM SATA2 HDD 320GB 5400

144 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE FRENCHKB.I170A.0391 KEYBOARD 103KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV

Chapter 6 1454. ACER_ASPIRE 5542 UMABB_JV50_TR (NO: LX.PH902.001 )MICROPHONE 2 MICROPHONE 23.42231.0012 MICROPHONE 23.40544.0012 MICROPHONE 23.42238.0

146 Chapter 6BOARDS 1 BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BRM 2046 BT2.1 T60H928.33 F/W:861BH.21100.0042 INVERTER BOARD FOXCONN T62I240.03 V.00 19.AR501.0022 INVE

Chapter 6 147CABLES 2 MODEM CABLE 50.4CG04.0011 POWER CORD 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.T30V1.0041 POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.01518.7311 POWER CORD 10

148 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY2 LCD COVER IMR 15.6" BLUE W/ANTENNA*2 & LOGO 60.PEZ01.0012 LED LCD BRACKET RIGHT W/HINGE 33.PAW01.00

Chapter 6 149CPU/PROCESSOR 1 CPU AMD ATHLONII M300 2.0G 1M 35W CASPIAN KC.AM002.3001 CPU AMD ATHLONII M320 2.1G 1M 35W CASPIAN KC.AM002.3201 CPU AMD S

150 Chapter 6HEATSINK 1 CPU HEATSINK UMA W/FAN 60.4FN03.0011 CPU HEATSINK UMA W/FAN 60.4FN05.0011 CPU HEATSINK UMA W/FAN 60.4FN07.001KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOA

Chapter 6 151KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE NORDICKB.I170A.0451 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV

8 Chapter 1Closed Front View5 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.Caps Lock Lights up when

152 Chapter 65. ACER_ASPIRE 5542 UMACBB_JV50_TR (NO: LX.PHA02.002/3/17 )MISCELLANEOUS 2 LCD COVER SPONGE RIGHT 47.PAT01.0021 NAME PLATE AS5542 40.4FN0

Chapter 6 153BOARDS 1 LED BUTTON BOARD 55.4FN03.001G2 MODEM BOARD LITEON CONEXANT -UNIZION 1.5_3.3V AUS B85247600GFX.22500.0211 TOUCHPAD BOARD SYNAPTI

154 Chapter 6CABLES 1 POWER CORD 5A 250V 3PIN UK BK 27.03118.0011 POWER CORD 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.01518.5511 POWER CORD 10A 3PIN BK DENMARK 27.01518.

Chapter 6 155CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 2 HDD BRACKET 33.PAW01.0032 LCD BEZEL 15.6" W/CAMERA HOLE 60.PAW01.0042 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE LEFT 33.PA

156 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY1 WIRELESS LAN COVER 42.PAW01.003COMBO MODULE 1 BLU-RAY COMBO MODULE 4X SATA FOR WINDOWS72 ODD PIONEER BD COMB

Chapter 6 157HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML125 F/W:01.01A01KH.32008.0131 HDD MODULE 500GB 5400RPM SATA2 HDD 500G

158 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE SWEDISHKB.I170A.0511 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T

Chapter 6 1596. ACER_ASPIRE 5542G M92XT512Cbb V3_JV50_TR(NO: LX.PHP02.018/48 )MEMORY 1 SODIMM 2GB DDRII667 SAMSUNG M470T5663QZ3-CE6 LFKN.2GB0B.0031 SO

160 Chapter 6BOARDS 1 BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BRM 2046 BT2.1 T60H928.33 F/W:861BH.21100.0042 INVERTER BOARD FOXCONN T62I240.03 V.00 19.AR501.0022 INVE

Chapter 6 161CABLES 2 MODEM CABLE 50.4CG04.0112 MODEM CABLE 50.4CG04.0011 POWER CORD 3A 250V 3PIN UK 27.01518.5411 POWER CORD 5A 250V 3PIN UK BK 27.03

Chapter 1 9Left View# Icon Item Description1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 Ethernet (RJ-45) portConnects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based net

162 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY2 DVD-RW SUPER-MULTI BEZEL 42.PAW01.0042 HDD BRACKET 33.PAW01.0032 LCD BEZEL 15.6" W/CAMERA HOLE 60.PAW01

Chapter 6 163CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY1 WIRELESS LAN COVER 42.PAW01.003COMBO MODULE 1 BLU-RAY COMBO MODULE 4X SATA FOR WINDOWS72 ODD PIONEER BD COMB

164 Chapter 6HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML125 F/W:01.01A01KH.32008.0132 HDD 500GB 5400RPM HGST SATA HTS545050B9

Chapter 6 165KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE HUNGARIANKB.I170A.0421 KEYBOARD 103KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T

166 Chapter 6MAINBOARD 1 MAINBOARD AS5542G ATI RS880MN SB710 M92M-XT 512MB LF W/RTC BATTERY&MODEM BOARD55.4FN01.011G1 MAINBOARD AS5542G ATI RS880M

Chapter 6 1677. ACER_ASPIRE 5738Z UMA_JV50_MV (NO:91.4CG01.001G)Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No.ADAPTER 1 ADAPTER 65W 19V 3PIN HI

168 Chapter 61 TOUCHPAD BOARD ALPS KGDFF0038A 56.17024.0511 USB BOARD 55.PAT01.0021 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BGN FOXCONN T77H053.00 ATHEROS AR5B91 1X2

Chapter 6 169CABLES 1 POWER CORD 16A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK 27.01518.5711 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA 27.01518.7011 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA BK

170 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 2 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.PAW01.0021 LOWER CASE W/MODEM CABLE&SPEAKER 60.PAW01.0012 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.PAW01.0

Chapter 6 171HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML125 F/W:01.01A01KH.32007.0071 HDD MODULE 500GB 5400RPM SATA2 HDD SEAG

10 Chapter 1Right ViewRear ViewIcon Item Description1 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).2 Optical drive Internal

172 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE CZECHTBD1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNA

Chapter 6 173MEMORY 1 SODIMM 2GB DDRIII 1066MHZ SAMSUNG M471B5673DZ1-CF8 KN.2GB09.0041 SODIMM 2GB DDRLLL 1066MHZ SAMSUNG M471B5673EH1-CF8KN.2GB0B.0051

174 Chapter 68. ACER AS5738ZG_N10Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No.ADAPTER 1 ADAPTER 65W 19V 3PIN HIPRO HP-A0652R3B 1LF LV5 LED LF Y

Chapter 6 175BOARDS1 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BGN FOXCONN T77H028.00 RALINK RT2700E 1X2NI.23600.0311 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BGN FOXCONN T77H053.00 A

176 Chapter 6CABLES 1 POWER CODE 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.03518.1611 TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.4CG03.0111 TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.4CG03.0011 USB BOARD CABLE 50.4CG05.0

Chapter 6 177CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY2 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.PAW01.0021 SD DUMMY CARD 42.TKJ01.0011 TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33.PAW01.0011 UPPER CASE W/LED BU

178 Chapter 6HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400RPM 500GB ST9500325AS SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1KH.50008.0132 HDD 500GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA MK

Chapter 6 179KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE NORWEGIANKB.I170A.0461 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T

180 Chapter 69. ACER_ASPIRE 5738 UMA_JV50_MV(NO:91.4CG01.002G)MICROPHONE 2 MICROPHONE 23.42239.0012 MICROPHONE 23.42231.0012 MICROPHONE 23.40544.0012

Chapter 6 18110. ACER_ASPIRE 5738G DIS_JV50_MV(NO:91.4CG01.004G)11. ACER_ASPIRE 5738ZG N10MGE1512CBBM_JV50_MV(NO:LX.PAT0X.001)Category No. Part Name A

Chapter 1 11Bottom ViewIcon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for rem

182 Chapter 6BOARDS1 LED BUTTON BOARD TBD1 MINI WLAN/B FOXCONN 802.11BGN ATHEROS XB63 BG T60H976.00 FW:V06 MINICARDNI.23600.0072 MODEM BOARD FOXCONN D

Chapter 6 183CABLES1 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN SWISS BK 27.01518.5811 POWER CORD 10A 250V ARGENTINE 27.01518.0U11 POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.01518.6411

184 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY2 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE LEFT 34.4K809.0212 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE LEFT 34.4K809.0012 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE LEFT 34.4K

Chapter 6 185HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0 FW:11.01A11KH.16007.0192 HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE ST9160310AS F

186 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 103KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE BLANKTBD1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNA

Chapter 6 187LCD2 LED LCD 15.6" WXGA GLARE LG LP156WH2-TLE1 LF 220NIT 8MS 400:1LK.15605.0031 LED MODULE 15.6" WXGA GLARE W/ANTENNA*2&CAM

188 Chapter 612. ACER_ASPIRE 5536 UMACBDBM_JV50_PU(NO:91.4CH01.004G)SCREWS 1 ISO M2.5X6(H=0.7~0.8MM) 86.00E12.5361 SCREW M2.5*L8 NYLOK CR3+ 86.00E34.7

Chapter 6 189BOARDS 1 TOUCHPAD BOARD ALPS KGDFF0038A 56.17024.0511 TOUCH PAD BUTTON BOARD 55.PAW01.0031 USB BOARD 55.PAW01.0021 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802

190 Chapter 6CABLES 1 POWER CORD 2.5A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK (INDIA) 27.01518.7211 POWER CORD 10A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK (INDIA) 27.01518.6311 POWER CORD

Chapter 6 191CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 2 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.PAW01.0021 SD DUMMY CARD 42.TKJ01.0011 TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33.PAW01.0011 UNITLOAD COVER 42

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG, Aspire 5542G/5542/5242, Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/573

12 Chapter 1IndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is

192 Chapter 6HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML125 F/W:01.01A01KH.32004.0021 HDD MODULE 500GB 5400RPM SATA2 HDD 500

Chapter 6 193KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE FRENCH CANADIANTBD1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV

194 Chapter 6MISCELLANEOUS1 LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.AU401.0011 NAME PLATE AS5536 40.PAW01.001MICROPHONE 2 MICROPHONE 23.42239.0012 MICROPHONE 23.42231.001

Chapter 6 19513. ACER_ASPIRE 5536 UMACFBDBM_JV50_PU (NO:91.4CH01.003G)Category No. Part Name Acer Part No.ADAPTER 1 ADAPTER 65W 19V 3PIN DELTA ADP-65

196 Chapter 6BOARDS 1 USB BOARD 55.PAW01.0021 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BGN FOXCONN T77H053.00 ATHEROS AR5B91 1X2NI.23600.0301 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.1

Chapter 6 197CABLES 1 POWER CODE 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.03518.1611 TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.4CG03.0111 TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.4CG03.0011 USB BOARD CABLE 50.4CG05.0

198 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 1 WIRELESS LAN COVER 42.PAW01.003CPU/PROCESSOR 1 CPU AMD TURION RM72 PGA 2.1G 1M 638 35W GRIFFIN B1 KC.TRM02.

Chapter 6 199KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 103KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE US-INTERNATIONALKB.I170A.0561 KEYBOARD 107KEYS NSK-ALA

200 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE BLANKTBDLCD 1 LED LCD MODULE 15.6" WXGA GLARE W/A

Chapter 6 20114. ACER_ASPIRE 5536G M92XT512CBDBM_JV50_PU (NO:91.4CH01.002G)SCREWS 1 SCREW 86.00E12.5361 SCREW 86.00E34.7381 SCREW 86.1Z533.1001 SCREW

Chapter 1 13NOTE: Illustrations are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.NOTE: When using the touchpa

202 Chapter 6BOARDS 1 TOUCH PAD BUTTON BOARD 55.PAW01.0031 USB BOARD 55.PAW01.0021 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BGN FOXCONN T77H053.00 ATHEROS AR5B91 1X2N

Chapter 6 203CABLES 1 POWER CORD 10A 250V 1.8M BRAZIL BLK 27.01518.A411 POWER CORD ACA / ACNZ 27.03218.0511 POWER CORD 7.5A 250V 3P AUSTRALIA BK 27.03

204 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 1 UNITLOAD COVER 42.PAW01.0021 UPPER CASE W/LED BUTTON BOARD CABLE&MICROPHONE&SPEAKER W/O FINGER PRIN

Chapter 6 205KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 103KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE US-INTERNATIONALKB.I170A.0561 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NS

206 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE SLOVAKTBD1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERN

Chapter 6 20715. ACER_ASPIRE 5536G M92XT512CFBDBM_JV50_PU (NO:S2.PB10X.002)ODD2 ODD PLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY DL 8X SATA DS-8A3S LF W/O BEZEL

208 Chapter 6BOARDS 1 MINI WLAN/B FOXCONN 802.11BGN ATHEROS XB63 BG T60H976.00 FW:V06 MINICARDNI.23600.0071 TOUCHPAD BOARD ALPS KGDFF0038A 56.17024.05

Chapter 6 209CABLES 1 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA BK 27.01518.5911 POWER CORD 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.01518.7311 POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.01

210 Chapter 6CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY1 MIDDLE COVER W/BLUETOOTH BUTTON WITH BLUE LIGHT NONE 3G BUTTON42.PAW01.0012 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.PAW01.0021 SD

Chapter 6 211HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE 2 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA HGST HTS545032B9A300 PANTHER B LFKH.32008.0132 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE ST9320320AS F/

14 Chapter 1Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing letters on e

212 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 1 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T JV50 INTERNAL 17 STANDARD BLACK TEXTURE BELGIANKB.I170A.0331 KEYBOARD 104KEYS NSK-ALA0J AC7T J

Chapter 6 213ODD 2 ODD SONY SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY DL 8X AD-7580S LF W/O BEZEL SATAKU.0080F.0042 ODD TOSHIBA SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY DL 8

Appendix A 214Model Definition and ConfigurationAppendix A

215 Appendix AAspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 SeriesNOTE: All models have following common specifications: Card reader (5-in-1), Battery (6CELL2.2

Appendix A 216AS5738G-664G50BnAAP Australia/New ZealandLX.PAN0X.002 AS5738G-664G50Bn VHP32ATAU1 MC N10MGE1512CFbbM 2*2G/500_L/BT/6L/5R/CB_n2_FP_0.3D_E

217 Appendix AAS5738G-643G32MnEMEAMiddle East LX.PAM0C.001 AS5738G-643G32Mn LINPUSAME7 N10MGE1512CbbM 2G+1G/320/BT/6L/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_EN12C2DT6400 NLED1

Appendix A 218AS5738G-644G32MnEMEAMiddle East LX.PAM0X.046 AS5738G-644G32Mn EM VHP32ATME2 MC N10MGE1512CbbM 2*2G/320/6L/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_EN15C2DT6400 NLE

219 Appendix AAS5738G-644G32MnEMEATurkey LX.PAM0X.011 AS5738G-644G32Mn EM VHP32ATTR1 MC N10MGE1512CbbM 2*2G/320/6L/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_TR33C2DT6400 NLED15.6

Appendix A 220AS5738ZG-423G32MnAAP Australia/New ZealandLX.PAU0X.003 AS5738ZG-423G32Mn VHP32ATAU1 MC N10MGE1512CFbb 2G+1G/320/BT/6L/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_EN1

221 Appendix AAS5738ZG-424G32MnEMEAPoland LX.PAT0X.059 AS5738ZG-424G32Mn VHP32ATPL1 MC N10MGE1512Cbb 2*2G/320/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_PL11PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG

Chapter 1 15Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output a

Appendix A 222AS5738ZG-424G32MnEMEASouth AfricaLX.PAT0X.062 AS5738ZG-424G32Mn EM VHP32ATZA1 MC N10MGE1512Cbb 2*2G/320/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_FR23PMDT4200NLED1

223 Appendix AAS5738ZG-423G25MnEMEAPoland LX.PAT0X.004 AS5738ZG-423G25Mn VHP32ATPL1 MC N10MGE1512Cbb 2G+1G/250/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_PL11PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGA

Appendix A 224AS5738ZG-423G25MnEMEALuxembourgLX.PAT0X.032 AS5738ZG-423G25Mn VHP32ATLU3 MC N10MGE1512Cbb 2G+1G/250/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_IT41PMDT4200NLED15.6W

225 Appendix AAS5738ZG-424G32MnEMEACzech LX.PAT0X.068 AS5738ZG-424G32Mn VHP32ATCZ2 MC N10MGE1512Cbb 2*2G/320/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_SK12PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG

Appendix A 226AS5738Z-422G25MnTWNGCTWN LX.PAS0Y.002 AS5738Z-422G25Mn VHB32ATTW1 MC UMACFbbM 1*2G/250/BT/6L/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_TC21PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG UM

227 Appendix AAS5738Z-422G25MnPA AC LA-SpanishLX.PAR0C.002 AS5738Z-422G25Mn LINPUSAEA3 UMACbb 2*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_EN61PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG UMA

Appendix A 228AS5738Z-422G25MnPA AC LA-SpanishLX.PAR0X.058 AS5738Z-422G25Mn EM VHP32ATEA3 MC UMACbbM 2*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_ES22PMDT4200NLED15.6WX

229 Appendix AAS5738Z-423G50MnAAP India LX.PAR0X.045 AS5738Z-423G50Mn VHP32ATIN1 MC UMACbbM 2G+1G/500_L/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_EN12PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG

Appendix A 230AS5738Z-423G25MnEMEAEastern EuropeLX.PAR0X.035 AS5738Z-423G25Mn VHP32ATEU4 MC UMACbbM 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_SV22PMDT4200NLED15.6WX

231 Appendix AAS5738Z-423G25MnEMEAPoland LX.PAR0X.016 AS5738Z-423G25Mn VHP32ATPL1 MC UMACbbM 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_PL11PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG UMA

16 Chapter 1Special Key (only for certain models)You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your

Appendix A 232AS5738Z-422G25MnPA AC LA-SpanishLX.PAQ0Y.001 AS5738Z-422G25Mn EM VHB32ATEA1 MC UMAbbM 2*1G/250/6L/CB_bgn_ES22PMDT4200NLED15.6WXGAG UMA N

233 Appendix AAS5738-643G25MiEMEAUkraine LX.PAJ0X.002 AS5738-643G25Mi VHP32ATUK1 MC UMACbb 2G+1G/250/6L/CB_abg_0.3D_RU11C2DT6400 NLED15.6WXGAG UMA N S

Appendix A 234AS5738-643G25MnEMEASouth AfricaLX.PAJ0X.027 AS5738-643G25Mn EM VHP32ATZA1 MC UMACbb 2G+1G/250/6L/CB_n2_0.3D_FR23C2DT6400 NLED15.6WXGAG U

235 Appendix AAspire 5536/5536G/5236 SeriesNOTE: All models have following common specifications: Card reader (5-in-1), Battery (6CELL2.2), Camera (0

Appendix A 236AS5536G-724G32MnAAP Australia/New ZealandLX.PB10X.004 AS5536G-724G32Mn VHP32ATAU1 MC M92XT512CFbbM 2*2G/320/BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_EN12

237 Appendix AAS5536G-744G32MnEMEA SwitzerlandLX.PAZ0X.022 AS5536G-744G32Mn VHP32ATCH1 MC M92XT512Cbb 2*2G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_IT42ATRM74 NLED15.6WX

Appendix A 238AS5536G-744G32MnEMEA Belgium LX.PAZ0X.040 AS5536G-744G32Mn VHP32ATBE1 MC M92XT512Cbb 2*2G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_NL13ATRM74 NLED15.6WXGAG

239 Appendix AAS5536G-744G32MnEMEA Israel LX.PAZ0X.019 AS5536G-744G32Mn VHP32ATIL1 MC M92XT512Cbb 2*2G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HE12ATRM74 NLED15.6WXGAGM

Appendix A 240AS5536G-642G25MnAAP Australia/New ZealandLX.PAZ0X.006 AS5536G-642G25Mn VHP32ATAU1 MC M92XT512CbbM 1*2G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_EN12AAQL64

241 Appendix AAS5536-642G25MnAAP Japan LX.PAX0X.003 AS5536-642G25Mn VHP32APJP1 MC UMACFbbM 1*2G/250/BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_JA11_CF2FAAQL64 NLED15.6WX

Chapter 1 17Using the System UtilitiesAcer GridVista (dual-display compatible)NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.To enable the dua

Appendix A 242AS5536-642G25MnPA ACLA-SpanishLX.PAW0C.014AS5536-642G25Mn LINPUSAEA1 UMACbb 2*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_EN61AAQL64 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA N SO1

243 Appendix AAS5536-724G25MnEMEA UK LX.PAW0X.067AS5536-724G25Mn VHP32ATGB1 MC UMACbb 2*2G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_EN14ATRM72 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA N SO2GBII

Appendix A 244AS5536-642G25MnAAP Japan LX.PAW0X.053AS5536-642G25Mn VHP32AJP1 MC UMACbbM 1*2G/250/BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_JA11_C2AAQL64 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA N

245 Appendix AAS5536-644G25MnEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.PAW0X.018AS5536-644G25Mn VHP32ATEU5 MC UMACbbM 2*2G/250/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_PL13AAQL64 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA

Appendix A 246AS5536-644G25MnEMEA Turkey LX.PAW0X.025AS5536-644G25Mn EM VHP32ATTR1 MC UMACbbM 2*2G/250/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_TR33AAQL64 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA N SO

247 Appendix AAS5536-644G25MnEMEA DenmarkLX.PAW0X.042AS5536-644G25Mn VHP32ATDK1 MC UMACbbM 2*2G/250/6L/CB_bgn_0.3D_NO13AAQL64 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA N SO2GB

Appendix A 248AS5536-721G32MnAAP PhilippinesLX.PAV0Y.005 AS5536-721G32Mn EM VHB32ATPH1 MC UMAbbM 1*1G/320/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_EN14ATRM72 NLED15.6WXGAGUMA N

249 Appendix AAspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series NOTE: All models have following common specifications: Card reader (5-in-1), LCD (N15.6WXGAGD), VGA Chip

Appendix A 250AS5738DG-742G50MnAAP Thailand LX.PKE02.007AS5738DG-742G50Mn EM W7HP64EMATTH1 MC M92XT512CFbb_2V3 1*2G/500_L/BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_FP_0.3D_GC

251 Appendix AAS5738DG-873G32MnEMEA Poland LX.PKD02.053AS5738DG-873G32Mn W7HP64ATPL1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_PL11C2

18 Chapter 1NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.

Appendix A 252AS5738DG-664G32MnEMEA Middle East LX.PKD02.012AS5738DG-664G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATME9 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_GC_GWW_

253 Appendix AAS5738DG-664G32MnEMEA Czech LX.PKD02.023AS5738DG-664G32Mn W7HP64ATCZ2 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_SK11C2DT

Appendix A 254AS5738DG-664G32MnEMEA Spain LX.PKD02.033AS5738DG-664G32Mn W7HP64ATES1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_ES51C2DT

255 Appendix AAS5738DG-664G32MnEMEA South Africa LX.PKD02.004AS5738DG-664G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATZA1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_GC_GWW

Appendix A 256AS5738DG-882G32MnCHINA Hong Kong LX.PKD02.057AS5738DG-882G32Mn W7HP64ATHK2 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_n2_0.3D_GC_GWE_HG_

257 Appendix AAS5738DZG-434G32MnEMEA Switzerland LX.PKF02.022AS5738DZG-434G32Mn W7HP64ATCH1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG

Appendix A 258AS5738DZG-434G50MnEMEA France LX.PKF02.044AS5738DZG-434G50Mn W7HP64ATFR1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_FR

259 Appendix AAS5738DZG-434G32MnEMEA Sweden LX.PKF02.017AS5738DZG-434G32Mn W7HP64ATSE1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_FI11

Appendix A 260AS5738DZG-434G32MnEMEA Czech LX.PKF02.026AS5738DZG-434G32Mn W7HP64ATCZ2 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_SK11P

261 Appendix AAS5738DZG-434G32MnEMEA Hungary LX.PKF02.037AS5738DZG-434G32Mn W7HP64ATHU1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_HU1

Chapter 1 19Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorThrottling 50%: On= 99 C; OFF=93 COS shut down at 105 C; H/W shot down at 110 .C Item S

Appendix A 262AS5738DZG-433G32MnEMEA Israel LX.PKF02.055AS5738DZG-433G32Mn W7HP64ATIL1 MC M92XT512Cbb_2V3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_GC_GWW_HG_HE1

263 Appendix AAspire 5542G/5542/5242 SeriesNOTE: All models have following common specifications: Card reader (5-in-1), LCD (NLED15.6WXGAG), NB Chipse

Appendix A 264AS5542G-504G50MnAAP India LX.PHQ0C.002AS5542G-504G50Mn LINPUSAIN1 M92XT512CFbb_V3 2*2G/500_L/BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_HG_EN11ATM500 NL

265 Appendix AAS5542G-304G32MnEMEA Hungary LX.PHP0C.011AS5542G-304G32Mn LINPUSAHU1 M92XT512Cbb_V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN41AAM300 NLED15.6

Appendix A 266AS5542G-504G50MnEMEA South Africa LX.PHP02.108AS5542G-504G50Mn EM W7HP64EMATZA2 MC M92XT512Cbb_V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES6

267 Appendix AAS5542G-504G50MnEMEA Middle East LX.PHP02.089AS5542G-504G50Mn EM W7HP64EMATME3 MC M92XT512Cbb_V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES81

Appendix A 268AS5542G-304G32MnEMEA Ukraine LX.PHP02.003AS5542G-304G32Mn W7HP64RUATUK1 MC M92XT512Cbb_V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_RU61AAM300 NL

269 Appendix AAS5542G-303G32MnEMEA UK LX.PHP02.045AS5542G-303G32Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC M92XT512Cbb_V3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11AAM300 NLED15.6

Appendix A 270AS5542G-304G32MnEMEA Cyprus LX.PHP02.042AS5542G-304G32Mn W7HP64ATCY1 MC M92XT512Cbb_V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61AAM300 NLED1

271 Appendix AAS5542G-304G25MnEMEA France LX.PHP02.001AS5542G-304G25Mn W7HP64ATFR1 MC M92XT512Cbb 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_FR21AAM300 NLED15.6

20 Chapter 1 NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On a

Appendix A 272AS5542-504G50MnPAACLA-SpanishLX.PHA0C.027AS5542-504G50Mn LINPUSAEA3 UMACbb 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN61ATM500 NLED15.6WXGAG U

273 Appendix AAS5542-303G32MnPA Chile LX.PHA0C.033AS5542-303G32Mn LINPUSACL3 UMACbb 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN61AAM300 NLED15.6WXGAG UMA N S

Appendix A 274AS5542-304G32MnEMEA Middle East LX.PHA02.083AS5542-304G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATME3 MC UMACbb 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES81AAM300 NLED1

275 Appendix AAS5542-304G32MnEMEA Greece LX.PHA02.063AS5542-304G32Mn W7HP64ATGR1 MC UMACbb 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EL31AAM300 NLED15.6WXGAG U

Appendix A 276AS5542-502G25MnPAACLA-PortugueseLX.PHA0C.016AS5542-502G25Mn LINPUSAXC3 UMACbb 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN61ATM500 NLED15.6WXGAG

277 Appendix AAS5542-604G32BnPAACLA-PortugueseLX.PHA02.040AS5542-604G32Bn EM W7HP64EMATXC2 MC UMACbb 2*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_XC21ATUM600 N

Appendix A 278AS5542-504G32MnPAACLA-PortugueseLX.PHA02.008AS5542-504G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATXC2 MC UMACbb 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_XC21ATM500 NLED1

279 Appendix AAS5542-303G32MnEMEA Germany LX.PH902.001AS5542-303G32Mn W7HP64ATDE1 MC UMAbb 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_HG_DE11AAM300 NLED15.6WXGAG UMA N

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Chapter 1 21 Bluetooth InterfaceItem SpecificationChipset Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300; Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1Data throughput 723 b

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Appendix B 291This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under

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

22 Chapter 1Buffer size 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MBInterface SATA SATA SATA SATAMax. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s)540 875(Max. 3.0 Gbit/s Buffer-ho

292 Appendix BMicrosoft® Windows® Environment TestItem SpecificationCRT Port TestCRT Monitor Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19”LCD Mo

Appendix B 293PCMCIA TestLAN/Modem Card TDK CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32-Bit CBE-10/100BTXStorage Card Hitachi Microdrive 4G1394 Card Buffalo 1394 Inter

294 Appendix B

Appendix C 295This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you are a distributor, dealer

296 Appendix C

297AAFLASH Utility 39antennasremoving 92Audio 24Bback cover 47Battery Pack 44battery power indicator 12BIOS 19vendor 19Version 19BIOS Recovery 115BIOS

298key 12backup 7Keyboard 25removing 58Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 96LLCD bezelremoving 84LCD Bracketsremoving 89LCD Module DisassemblyFl

Chapter 1 23Loading mechanism Load: ManualRelease: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button) (b) Release by ATAPI command (

24 Chapter 1Loading mechanism Load: ManualRelease: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button) (b) Release by ATAPI command (

Chapter 1 25 System Board Major ChipsItem ControllerCore logic Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG/5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 Series: Mobile Intel® GM45/GL40/PM4

26 Chapter 1 LCD 15.6” inchesItem SpecificationVendor & model name AUO /CMO/LPL/Samsung/ARISAWAScreen Diagonal (mm) 15.6 inchesDisplay resolutio

Chapter 2 27BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).Y

28 Chapter 2Navigating the BIOS UtilityThere are five menu options: Information, Main, Security, Boot, and Exit.Follow these instructions:• To choose

Chapter 2 29InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.Intel CPU:AMD CPU:NOTE: The system information

30 Chapter 2Parameter DescriptionCPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system.CPU Speed This field shows the speed of the CPU.IDE0 M

Chapter 2 31MainThe Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.Intel CPU:AMD C

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

32 Chapter 2The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: The s

Chapter 2 33SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.NOTE: Please refer to

34 Chapter 2The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: When

Chapter 2 35Removing a PasswordFollow these steps:1. Use the up/down keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key.

36 Chapter 2If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning.If the new password

Chapter 2 37BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the diskette dri

38 Chapter 2ExitThe Exit screen contains parameters that confirmed or discard the changes made to the parameters in the BIOS Setup Utility.The table b

Chapter 2 39BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features or

40 Chapter 2Remove HDD PasswordThis section teaches you how to remove HDD password:Remove HDD Password:• If you key in the wrong HDD password thrice,

Chapter 3 41This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.Disassembly

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

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

Chapter 3 43External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly FlowchartThe flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the ent

44 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn base unit over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. Note: Battery has been hi

Chapter 3 45Removing the SD Dummy Card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.2. Pull it out from the slot.

46 Chapter 3Removing the DIMM Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Remove the one captive screw and one screw (A) securing the DIMM

Chapter 3 474. Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM. 5. Remove the DIMM module. Removing the Back Cover1. See “Re

48 Chapter 35. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the back cover. 6. Remove the back cover from the lower case. Removing the Hard Disk D

Chapter 3 495. Remove the one screw (F) securing the hard disk drive module. 6. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. Size (Quanti

50 Chapter 37. Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay.NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it

Chapter 3 51Removing the WLAN Modules1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3. See “Removing the

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52 Chapter 3NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly. 9. Disconnect the blue antenna cable

Chapter 3 5310. Press the latch to pop up the WLAN card and detach the WLAN card from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the W

54 Chapter 37. Use a screw driver to push out the locker bracket of the optical drive (ODD) module. Slowly pull out the ODD module from the ODD drive

Chapter 3 55Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListItem Screw Color Part No.A M2.5 x L8 Black 86.00E34.738E M2 x L4 Bla

56 Chapter 3Removing the Middle Cover1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3. See “Removing the

Chapter 3 5710. Detach the cable from the volume button board on the middle cover. 11. Remove the one screw (F) from the volume button board and re

58 Chapter 312. Detach the volume button board from the middle cover.Removing the Keyboard1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removi

Chapter 3 5910. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board and detach the keyboard. Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack”

60 Chapter 3For 3G modelFor non-3G model11. Carefully pull out the wireless antenna cables from the hole(s). 12. Release the cables from the latches.

Chapter 3 6113. Turn over the system and remove the two screws (A) from the bottom of the left and right hinges. 14. Detach the LCD cable from the con

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

62 Chapter 315. Remove the two screws (G) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module. 16. Carefully remove the LCD module from the base unit. NO

Chapter 3 6311. Remove the three screws (F) from the middle cover.12. Release the latch and disconnect the volume button board cable from its connect

64 Chapter 314. Release the latch and disconnect the fingerprint cable from FPCN1 connector on the main board.15. Disconnect the speaker cable from it

Chapter 3 6517. Remove the ten screws (A) securing the lower case to the upper case. 18. Gently detach the upper case from the lower case.19. Remove

66 Chapter 3Removing the Fingerprint and Touchpad Boards1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3

Chapter 3 6714. Release the fingerprint board metal bracket from the latches and detach it from the upper case.15. Release the fingerprint board from

68 Chapter 316. Pry to loosen the touchpad board. WARNING: The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad board if it is d

Chapter 3 6917. Detach the touchpad board from the upper case. Note: Circuit boards > 10cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as show

70 Chapter 312. Remove the two screws (E) securing the left speaker module and remove it from the upper case. 13. Detach the left speaker module.Remov

Chapter 3 7112. Disconnect the cables from the USB board module. 13. Remove the one screw (F) securing the USB board module to the lower case. Size

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75Removing the Main Board .

72 Chapter 314. Remove the USB board module from the lower case. Removing the Modem Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Remo

Chapter 3 7315. Remove the one screws (F) securing the modem board module to the lower case. 16. Release the modem board module from the latch and r

74 Chapter 311. See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 62.12. See “Removing the Left Speaker Module” on page 69.13. See “Removing

Chapter 3 75Removing the Right Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3. See “Remo

76 Chapter 317. Disconnect the speaker cable from its connector on the main board.18. Remove the one screw (E) securing the speaker module and remove

Chapter 3 7719. Detach the right speaker module.Removing the Main Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Car

78 Chapter 317. Remove one screw (F) securing the main board in place. Note: RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as shown in t

Chapter 3 7919. Carefully remove the main board.Removing the Heatsink ModuleNOTE: There are two version of heatsink module. For this section, we are g

80 Chapter 317. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 77.18. Disconnect the heatsink connector from the main board. 19. Remove the six screws securing

Chapter 3 8120. Carefully lift up the heatsink module. Removing the CPU NOTE: The CPU may be an Intel® processor or AMD® processor, but the processes

Chapter 1 1FeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:PlatformFor Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG and Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338

82 Chapter 319. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU. 20. Lift up carefully to remove the CPU. NOT

Chapter 3 83 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessLCD Module Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListItem Screw Color Part No.B M2.5 x L6 Black 86.00E12.536C M2 x L3

84 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3. See “Removing the DI

Chapter 3 8513. Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and remove it from the LCD panel. For Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series

86 Chapter 3Removing the Inverter Board (Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series only)1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy

Chapter 3 8714. Turn the inverter board over on the LCD screen area. 15. Disconnect the cables from the connectors on the inverter board.16. Remove th

88 Chapter 3Removing the LCD panel with the Brackets1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 45.3. Se

Chapter 3 8914. Remove the four screws (B) securing the LCD assembly. 15. Remove the LCD with the brackets from the back cover. Removing the LCD B

90 Chapter 311. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 84.12. See “Removing the Inverter Board (Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series only)” on page 86.13. See “

Chapter 3 9115. Detach any adhesive tapes and any cable that is glued to the LCD panel.