Acer Aspire L310 Technical Information

Aspire 5534 SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

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

Chapter 3 91Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 84.2. Remove the four screw covers and four screws securing the front bezel

92 Chapter 35. Pry apart the hinge covers as shown.6. Release the bottom edges of the LCD Module.7. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Modu

Chapter 3 93

94 Chapter 3Removing the Camera Board1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 91.2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module.3. Disconnect the cable

Chapter 3 95Removing the LCD Panel1. See “Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module.” on page 92.2. Remove the four screws securing the LCD

96 Chapter 3Removing 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

Chapter 3 976. Disconnect the LCD cable as shown and remove the cable from the LCD Panel.

98 Chapter 3Removing 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

Chapter 3 99Removing 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 7®Platform• AMD Ath

100 Chapter 3

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

102 Chapter 35. 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

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

104 Chapter 34. Replace the shielding to secure the right Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable passes under all fasteners.Replacing the Micro

Chapter 3 1053. Secure the Microphone cable under the shielding tabs along the bottom edge of the LCD Cover.4. Apply tape to secure the Microphone cab

106 Chapter 32. 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 B

Chapter 3 107Replacing the FPC Cable1. Connect the LCD cable as shown.2. Adhere the clear adhesive tape to the LCD Panel.3. Adhere the camera cable to

108 Chapter 3Replacing the LCD Panel1. Place the LCD Panel into of the LCD Cover back edge first, aligning the pins with the holes in the mounting tab

Chapter 3 109Replacing the Camera Board1. Connect the cable to the Camera Board as shown.2. Place the Camera Board into the LCD Module so that the mou

2 Chapter 1• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N*• Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*• LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN readyPrivacy control• BIOS user,

110 Chapter 32. Route the Antenna cables and microphone cable through the cable channel and hinge cover as shown.3. Connect the left and right hinge c

Chapter 3 111IMPORTANT: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

112 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 1134. Insert the Antenna cables into the cable channel on the Lower Cover as shown, pushing the cables through the penetration to the bottom

114 Chapter 32. Using a flat blade screw driver, rotate the CPU screw 180° clockwise to lock the CPU into the socket.Replacing the Thermal ModuleIMPOR

Chapter 3 1153. Grasp the Thermal Module by the CPU heat sink and place onto the Mainboard as shown.

116 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 1172. Insert the single screw to secure the fan to the Mainboard.3. Connect the fan cable to the Mainboard.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeFan

118 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 3 1194. Insert the LVDS cable into the cable channel as shown.5. Insert the DC-In cable into the securing clips as shown.

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

120 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 121Replacing 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

122 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 1236. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch.Replacing the Bluetooth Module1. Insert the Bluetooth Module right side f

124 Chapter 33. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard.Replacing the Media Board1. Insert the Media Board FFC through the cover as shown.2. Hold

Chapter 3 1253. Adhere the mylar to the Media Board and insert the single screw to secure the Media Board to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Speaker Mod

126 Chapter 32. 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

Chapter 3 1274. Insert the four screws to secure the Speakers to the Upper Cover.Replacing the Power Board1. Insert the Power Board into the Lower Cov

128 Chapter 33. Insert the single screw to secure the Power Board to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Touchpad Bracket1. Slide the Touchpad Bracket into

Chapter 3 1292. 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

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

130 Chapter 3Replacing the Button Board1. Insert the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown.2. Replace the three screws to secure the button board t

Chapter 3 1314. Connect the single FFC to the Touchpad and close the securing latch.5. Replace the mylar sheet covering the Button Board.Replacing the

132 Chapter 32. Starting at the bottom edge, press the edges of the upper cover and lower cover together. An audible click signifies that the securing

Chapter 3 1333. Insert the seven securing screws into the Upper Cover.4. Turn the computer over and connect the following cables to the Mainboard:Step

134 Chapter 3a. 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

Chapter 3 135d. 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.

136 Chapter 35. Turn the computer over and insert the screws to secure the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Keyboard1. Connect the FFC and

Chapter 3 1372. 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

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

Chapter 3 1393. 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 1 5Closed Front View9 Wireless LAN communication button/indicatorEnables / disables the WLAN function.Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touch

140 Chapter 33. 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.

Chapter 3 141Replacing 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

142 Chapter 33. 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

Chapter 3 143Replacing 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

144 Chapter 34. 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

Chapter 3 145Replacing 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

146 Chapter 34. Press down until the seven clips in the cover snap into place.5. Tighten the two captive screws in the Memory Cover.

Chapter 3 147Replacing the Battery1. Slide the battery into the battery bay as shown. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the lock position.

Chapter 4 148TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

149 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

6 Chapter 1Left ViewRight ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Kensington Lock SlotConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Note: Wrap th

Chapter 4 150No 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

151 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 152LCD FailureIf the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:Buil

153 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 154Sound ProblemsIf sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the compute

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

Chapter 4 156HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

157 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 1584. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager.a. Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a devic

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

Chapter 1 7Base View3 Emergency ejectholeEjects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eje

Chapter 4 160USB Failure (Right side)If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not repla

161 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 162Bluetooth Function FailureIf the Bluetooth fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a no

163 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 164External Mouse FailureIf an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternati

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

Chapter 4 166POST Code TablesThese tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST.SecNO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatform\sec

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

Chapter 4 168BDS & Specific action:Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORTPost Code Description0x00 Report the legacy boot is happening0x12 Wake up

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

8 Chapter 1Rear ViewIndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover i

Chapter 4 1700xDB SATA_CONTROLLER0xDD SB_SM_BUS0xE7 ISA_ACPI_DRIVER0xE8 ISA_BUS0xE9 ISA_SERIAL0xED BUS_PCI_UNDI0xEC PCI_BUS0xF6 BOOT_PRIORITY0xF7 FVB_

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

Chapter 4 1720x92 SMM_IHISI0x93 SMM_INT15_MICROCODE0x94 SMM_PNP0x95 SMM_INIT_PPM0xD3 SMM_OEM_SERVICEPost Code Description

Chapter 5 173Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONJP2 Connect to IO/B (FFC) U61 Side-port memory (for UMA)JP3 Connec

174 Chapter 5Bottom ViewITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONPJP1 Connect to Battery JHP1 Connect to external SPDIFPJP2 DC-IN jack JREAD1 Card readerJDIM1

Chapter 5 175Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

176 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 177FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Acer. Refer

178 Chapter 6Aspire 5534 Exploded DiagramsMain AssemblyNo. Description P/N No. Description P/N1 Keyboard KB.I170A.128 5 Fan 23.PEA02.0012 Upper Cover

Chapter 6 179LCD AssemblyNo. Description P/N No. Description P/N1 LCD Bezel 60.PJU02.001 6 LVDS Cable 50.PEA02.0042 Left LCD Bracket 33.PEA02.005 7 Mi

Chapter 1 9TouchPad BasicsThe following items show you how to use the TouchPad:• Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor.• Press t

180 Chapter 6Aspire 5534 FRU ListCategory Acer Description Acer P/NAdapterAdapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (ADP-65MH B A) LV5, LF LFAP.06501.02

Chapter 6 181CABLEPOWER CORD ARGENTINA 3 PIN 27.APV02.001POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.TAVV

182 Chapter 6RAM DOOR 42.PEA02.001HDD DOOR 42.PEA02.002ODD BEZEL-SM 42.PEA02.003LOWER CASE 60.N6802.002THERMAL MOUDULE-UMA 60.PE902.001LCD BEZEL-ASPIR

Chapter 6 183FAN 23.PEA02.001MIC SET 23.PEA02.002SPEAKER R&L 23.PEA02.003HDDHDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB ST9160310AS Crockett SATA LF F/W:0

184 Chapter 6KeyboardKeyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 103KS Black Japanese TextureKB.I170A.128Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 St

Chapter 6 185MemoryMemory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C LF 64*16 0.07umKN.1GB03.026Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HYMP112S64CP6-Y5

186 Chapter 6Screw ListCATEGORY DESCRIPTION PNSCREWSCREW M2.46D 3.0LK 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.PEA02.001SCREW M2D 3L K 3.05D NI NL 86.PEA02.002SCREW M2.48D 4

Chapter 6 187

Appendix A 188Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire 5534Model Acer Part No RO Country DescriptionAS5534-202G16MnLX.PJU02.072 AAP Japan AS5534-202G1

189 Appendix AAS5534-312G25MnLX.PJU08.013 PA ACLA-PortugueseAS5534-312G25Mn EM W7ST32EMATXC2 MC UMACcs 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_XC21AS5534-312

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

10 Chapter 1Using the KeyboardYour Aspire 5534 notebook has a close-to-full-sized keyboard and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, func

Appendix A 190AS5534-204G25MnLX.PJU02.061 PA Canada AS5534-204G25Mn W7HP64ATCA2 MC UMACcs 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_FR82AS5534-204G25MnLX.PJU02

191 Appendix AAS5534-202G16MnLX.PJU02.035 PA USA AS5534-202G16Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC UMACcs 2*1G/160/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_FRB5AS5534-202G16MnLX.PJU02.03

Appendix A 192AS5534-314G32MnLX.PJU0X.002 AAP Australia/New ZealandAS5534-314G32Mn VHP32ATAU1 MC UMACcs 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_EN12AS5534-20

193 Appendix AAS5534-312G25MnLX.PJU08.017 AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6AS5534-312G25MnLX.PJU08.016 AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO1GBII6

Appendix A 194AS5534-204G25MnLX.PJU02.065 AATF20 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6AS5534-204G25MnLX.PJU02.064 AATF20 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO2GBII6

195 Appendix AAS5534-202G25MnLX.PJU02.038 AATF20 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6AS5534-202G25MnLX.PJU02.037 AATF20 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO1GBII6

Appendix A 196AS5534-314G32MnLX.PJU0X.002 AAL310 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6AS5534-202G25MnLX.PJU0X.001 AATF20 NLED15.6WXGAGSUMA N SO2GBII6

197 Appendix AAS5534-314G25Mn LX.PJU02.067 N N N250GB5.4KS N NSM8XS9.5AS5534-314G32Mn LX.PJU02.021 N N N320GB5.4KS N NSM8XS9.5AS5534-314G25Mn LX.PJU02

Appendix A 198AS5534-202G25Mn LX.PJU02.041 N N N250GB5.4KS N NSM8XS9.5AS5534-202G25Mn LX.PJU02.040 N N N250GB5.4KS N NSM8XS9.5AS5534-202G25Mn LX.PJU02

199 Appendix AAS5534-202G25Mn S2.PJV0C.001 N N N250GB5.4KS N NSM8XS9.5Model Acer Part No Media Processor Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1AS5534-202

Chapter 1 11Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the s

Appendix A 200AS5534-204G50Mn LX.PJU02.059 N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNAS5534-204G50Mn LX.PJU02.058 N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2

201 Appendix AAS5534-202G16Mn LX.PJU0Y.001 N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNAS5534-314G32Mn LX.PJU02.003 N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2

Appendix A 202AS5534-314G25MnLX.PJU02.067 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-314G32MnLX.PJU02.021 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-314G25MnLX.PJU02.068 N

203 Appendix AAS5534-204G50MnLX.PJU02.059 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-204G50MnLX.PJU02.058 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-204G50MnLX.PJU02.057 N

Appendix A 204AS5534-202G16MnLX.PJU02.031 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-202G16MnLX.PJU02.030 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-314G50MnLX.PJU02.020 N

205 Appendix AAS5534-202G25MnS2.PJU0C.001 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-314G25MnLX.PJV02.002 N N N AMDRS780MN AMDSB710AS5534-202G16MnLX.PJV02.001 N

Appendix B 206Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

207 Appendix BWindows 7 Environment TestVendor Type DescriptionAdapterDELTA 65W Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow (ADP-65MH B A) LV5, Timeline L

Appendix B 208HGST N250GB5.4KSHDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60FHGST N320GB5.4KSHDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 32

209 Appendix BSAMSUNG SO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3-CE6 LF 64*16 0.055umSAMSUNG SO2GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667

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

Appendix C 210Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

211AAntennasRemoving 101Replacing 103BBatteryReplacing 147Battery PackRemoving 46BIOSROM type 18vendor 18Version 18BIOS Utility 23–34Advanced 28Boot 3

212Internal Microphone Failure 155Internal Power Cable 80Internal Speaker Failure 153JJumper and Connector Locations 173Top View 173KKeyboardRemoving

213Touchpad Failure 153TroubleshootingBuilt-in KB Failure 152Internal Microphone 155Internal Speakers 153LCD Failure 152No Display 150Other Failures 1

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Chapter 1 13Special 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

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

Chapter 1 15System Memory Video SpecificationsHard Disk Drive Interface Features • A-Link Express II interface• Supports PCI bus at 33 MHz • 5 OHCI

16 Chapter 1Data heads4322Drive FormatDisks2211Spindle speed (RPM)5400Performance SpecificationsBuffer size 8MBInterfaceSATAInternal transfer rate (Mb

Chapter 1 17Disks1122Spindle speed (RPM)5400Performance SpecificationsBuffer size 8MBInterfaceSATAInternal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)363 ~ 952 typ

18 Chapter 1Super-Multi Drive Module BIOSItem SpecificationVendor & model name HLDS GU10N PANASONIC UJ892Performance SpecificationWith CD Diskett

Chapter 1 19LCD 15.6” Audio Codec and AmplifierLAN InterfaceKeyboardItem SpecificationsVendor/model name AUO B156XW03 V1LPL LP156WH3-TLA1Screen Diagon

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

20 Chapter 1Mini CardCameraWireless LAN BatteryFeatures • Supports Application keys for Windows 7 versionItem SpecificationNumber Supported 1Features

Chapter 1 21Pack capacity 4400 mAhNumber of battery cells 6Package configuration 3S2PItem Specification

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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:NOTE: This symbol where placed in the Service Guide designates a component that should

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):

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Chapter 3 43Machine Disassembly and ReplacementThis chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenan

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

Chapter 3 45External Module Disassembly ProcessNOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color

46 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 47Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 462. Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover.3. Lift

48 Chapter 35. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the HDD from the interface connector. 6. Lift the hard disk drive module out

Chapter 3 497. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier.8. Remove the HDD from the carrier.Removing the Optical Di

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50 Chapter 33. 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.

Chapter 3 515. Slide the ODD module out of the assembly6. Remove the screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk

52 Chapter 3 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

Chapter 3 53Removing the DIMM Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 462. Loosen the two captive screws in the Memory Cover.3. Lift the Memo

54 Chapter 36. Remove the DIMM. 7. Push out the release latches on both sides of SODIMM socket 0 to release the DIMM. 8. Remove the DIMM.

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56 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.2. Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover.3. Lift the HDD cov

Chapter 3 575. Remove the single screw securing the WLAN Board in place.6. Remove the WLAN Board from the Mainboard.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeWLAN

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

Chapter 3 59I/O Board M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007Mainboard M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007Mainboard (Fan) M2.5*6 1 86.PEA02.007LCD Module M2.5*6 3 86.PEA02.007Fan M2.

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

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

Chapter 3 616. Open the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown, then disconnect the FFC and remove the Keyboard.

62 Chapter 3Removing the Upper Cover1. Remove all external modules. See “External Modules Disassembly Flowchart” on page 45.2. Remove the screws secur

Chapter 3 63b. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Power Board FFC as shown.c. Release the locking latch and disconnect the Button Board FFC

64 Chapter 34. Remove the seven securing screws from the Upper Cover.5. Starting at a top corner, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. Step

Chapter 3 656. 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. Li

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

Chapter 3 676. Remove the three screws securing the button board to the Upper Cover.7. Pull the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown.IMPORTANT: En

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

Chapter 3 69

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Removing the Button B

70 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 3 715. Lift the Power Board from the Lower Cover.

72 Chapter 3Removing the Speaker Modules1. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 70.2. Remove the four screws securing the Speakers to the Upper Cove

Chapter 3 736. Lift the right side speaker out from the Lower Cover as shown.

74 Chapter 3Removing the Media Board1. See “Removing the Speaker Modules” on page 72.2. Remove the single screw securing the Media Board to the Lower

Chapter 3 755. Remove the Media Board, pulling the FFC through the cover as shown.IMPORTANT: Ensure that the FFC is not torn off during removal.

76 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 77Removing 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.

78 Chapter 35. Tilt the board up as indicated and carefully flip the board over.6. Remove the adhesive securing the I/O Board cable to the Lower Cover

Chapter 3 797. Disconnect the I/O Board Cable from the I/O Board.

IXTable of ContentsTroubleshooting 148Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80 Chapter 3Removing the DC-In Cable1. See “Removing the I/O Board” on page 77.2. Remove the DC-In Socket from the well on the bottom cover.3. Remove

Chapter 3 81Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the DC-In Cable” on page 80.2. Disconnect the Microphone cable from the Mainboard.3. Disconnect the

82 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 3 836. Reach under the mainboard to unplug the LVDS cable.7. Disconnect the DC-In Cable from the mainboard.

84 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 81.2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the WLAN cables in place.3. Remove t

Chapter 3 856. 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

86 Chapter 3Removing the Fan1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 81.2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove the single screw secur

Chapter 3 87

88 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Fan” on page 86.2. Remove the four screws securing the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in

Chapter 3 89Removing the CPU1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 88.2. Using a flat blade screw driver, rotate the CPU screw 180° counter cloc