Acer D2246 Technical Information

Aspire 5942/5942G SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

88 Chapter 35. Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth Module.

Chapter 3 89Removing the Card Reader Board1. See “Removing the Saddles” on page 83.2. Remove the four screws securing the Card Reader Board to the Low

90 Chapter 3Removing the Hinge Wells1. See “Removing the Subwoofer” on page 86.2. Remove the two screws (one each side) securing the Hinge Wells to th

Chapter 3 91Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the Hinge Wells” on page 90.2. Remove the single screw securing the Mainboard to the Lower Cover.3.

92 Chapter 3Removing the RTC BatteryIMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries.1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 91.2. Th

Chapter 3 93Removing the VGA/MXM CardNOTE: The following procedure outlines the removal steps for models supporting VGA Cards. The procedure for MXM C

94 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 91.2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove the single

Chapter 3 955. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.

96 Chapter 3Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 94.2. Turn the securing screw 180° to release the CPU from the socket.3. Rem

Chapter 3 97Main Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the CPUIMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker

Chapter 1 1System SpecificationsFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Operating System• Genuine Windows® 7™Platform• Intel®

98 Chapter 3Replacing the Thermal ModuleIMPORTANT: Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal

Chapter 3 99Replacing the VGA/MXM CardNOTE: The following procedure outlines the installation steps for models supporting VGA Cards. The procedure for

100 Chapter 3Replacing the Mainboard1. Insert the Mainboard in to the Lower Cover, left side first. Ensure that the I/O ports on the left side of the

Chapter 3 101Replacing the Hinge WellsReplacing the Card Reader Board1. Replace the left and right Hinge Wells in the Lower Cover as shown. Ensure tha

102 Chapter 3Replacing the Bluetooth Module3. Replace the four screws to secure the Card Reader Board to the Lower Cover.1. Connect the Bluetooth cabl

Chapter 3 103Replacing the SubwooferReplacing the USB Board1. Place the module in the Lower Cover. Ensure that the module is seated correctly on the l

104 Chapter 3Replacing the Saddles1. Align the screw holes and locating pins on the Saddles and the Lower Cover and replace the Saddles.2. Replace the

Chapter 3 105Replacing the LCD ModuleIMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory conditions. If any part of the LCD Module is

106 Chapter 3Replacing the TouchPad BracketIMPORTANT: The TouchPad cannot removed from the Upper Cover. Replace the entire Upper Cover if the TouchPad

Chapter 3 1072. Insert the two screws to secure the TouchPad Bracket in place.3. Adhere the Finger Print Reader protection strip to the TouchPad Brack

2 Chapter 1Audio• Dolby®-optimized surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers• Optimized 3rd Generation Dolby Home Theatre® audio enhance

108 Chapter 35. Adhere the TouchPad FFC to the touchpad bracket as shown.Replacing the Button Board and Finger Print Reader1. Place the Finger Print R

Chapter 3 1093. Place the Button Board into the bracket.4. Connect the Finger Print Reader FFC to the Button Board and close the FFC locking latch.5.

110 Chapter 36. Replace the two screws to secure the Button Board and Finger Print Reader to the Upper Cover.7. Adhere the Button Board FFC to the bac

Chapter 3 111Replacing the MIC Board1. Place the MIC Board into the Upper Cover as shown.2. Insert the MIC cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensu

112 Chapter 3Replacing the Volume Control Board1. Place the board into the Upper Cover.2. Insert the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover

Chapter 3 113Replacing the Power Saving Board1. Connect the cable to the Power Saving Board as shown.2. Place the board into the chassis.3. Insert the

114 Chapter 34. insert the Power Saving Board cable into the cable channel as shown.

Chapter 3 115Replacing the Speaker Module1. Using both hands, place the Speaker Module into the Upper Cover.2. Insert the four screws to secure the Sp

116 Chapter 34. Replace the mylar covering to cover the Speaker cable as shown.

Chapter 3 117Replacing the Launch Board1. Feed the FFC through the penetration in the Upper Cover as shown.2. Place the Launch Board into the Upper Co

Chapter 1 3I/O interface• ExpressCard®/54 slot• Multi-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD)• Three USB 2.0 ports• eSATA port• HDMI™ port with HDCP su

118 Chapter 34. Turn the Upper Cover over and insert the Launch Board cover into the Upper Cover.5. Turn the Upper Cover over and adhere the Launch Bo

Chapter 3 119Replacing the Media Board1. Insert the FFC into the penetration in the Upper Cover (1) and place the Media Board into the Upper Cover (2)

120 Chapter 34. Turn the Upper Cover over and adhere the Media Board FFC to the upper cover.Replacing the Upper Cover1. Insert the Upper Cover into th

Chapter 3 1213. Starting on the front left side of the casing and working along toward the right, press the upper and lower covers together as shown.

122 Chapter 35. Replace the Keyboard Cover and insert the single screw securing the Keyboard Cover to the Upper Cover.6. Turn the computer over. Conne

Chapter 3 1237. Turn the computer over. Insert the twenty-three screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Screw TypeUpper Cover(red callout)M2.5*

124 Chapter 3Replacing the Keyboard8. Insert the Keyboard backlight FFC and lock the connector.9. Connect the Keyboard FFC and lock the connector.10.

Chapter 3 12511. Press down around the edges of the Keyboard to secure it in place.Replacing the WLAN Module1. Insert the WLAN Module into the mini-ca

126 Chapter 33. Replace the Mini-Card Bracket as shown.4. Insert the two screws to secure the Mini-Card Bracket and WLAN Module to the MainboardStep S

Chapter 3 127Replacing the DIMM ModulesReplacing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module i

4 Chapter 1System Block DiagramTPA6017USB port 3USB port 10CPU XDPPCH XDPPCI-E 2.0x16 5GT/s PER LANE6.4G/8.5G/10.6G100M/133M/166M(CFD)100MHz100MHz133M

128 Chapter 3Replacing the ODD Module1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the ODD bezel on the new ODD Module.2. Secure ODD bracket wit

Chapter 3 129Replacing the Lower CoversReplacing the SD Dummy CardPush the SD Dummy into the slot until an audible click indicates that the card is co

130 Chapter 3Replacing the PCI Express Dummy CardPush the Express Dummy into the slot until an audible click indicates that the card is correctly inse

Chapter 4 131TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

132 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 133No 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

134 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 135LCD FailureIf the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:Buil

136 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 137Sound ProblemsIf sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the compute

Chapter 1 5Your Acer Notebook tourFront ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Acer Crystal Eye webcamWeb camera for video communication.2 Display screenAlso

138 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 139HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

140 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 141a. Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable.b. Double-click

142 Chapter 4b. Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right-click ATA Device 0. c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensur

Chapter 4 143Modem Function FailureIf the internal Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a n

144 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 4 145• No hardware is listed under Other Devices.13. If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 231.Other Fa

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

Chapter 4 147Post CodesThese tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST.Post Code RangeSEC Phase POST Code TableNOTE: The color b

6 Chapter 1NOTE: 1The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed4 Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-

148 Chapter 4PEI Phase POST Code Table:NOTE: The color bar items indicate 3rd party related functions that are platform dependent.Functionality Name (

Chapter 4 149DXE Phase POST Code Table:NOTE: The color bar items indicate 3rd party related functions that are platform dependent.Functionality Name (

150 Chapter 4BDS Phase POST Code Table:Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h)PhasePost CodeDescriptionBDS_ENTER_BDS BDS 10 Enter BDS entryBDS_INSTAL

Chapter 4 151NOTE: The color bar items indicate 3rd party related functions that are platform dependent.PostBDS POST Code TableS3 Functions POST Code

152 Chapter 4InsydeH2ODDT Debugger POST Code TableSMM_ACPI_DISABLE_START SMM 0xA8 OS call ACPI disable functionSMM_ACPI_DISABLE_END SMM 0xA9 ACPI disa

Chapter 5 153Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewItem Description Item Description1 SW1 Switch 12 JP1 Subwoofer (2P)2LED 1, 2, 6, 7Reed SW 13 JP3 TV

154 Chapter 5Bottom ViewItem Description Item Description1 PJP2 Battery Connector 9 JHDMI1 Launch Board to MB2 JSATA2 H9, 2 DDRIII STD 10 JSATA1 eSata

Chapter 5 155LS-5511P Switch BoardItem Description1 LED3 Backup Button2 SW3 Backup LED3 LED2 Bluetooth Button4 SW2 Bluetooth LED5 LED1 Wireless Button

156 Chapter 5LS-5512P Media BoardItem Description1 JP3 Power Saving Conn.2 JP1 Volume Control Conn.3 JP2 To M/B Conn.123

Chapter 5 157LS-5513P TV-Tuner BoardItem Description Item Description1 ANT1 TV Tuner Cable Conn. 3 JP2 TV Tuner Conn.2 JP4 ACER LOGO Back light Conn.4

Chapter 1 7Closed Front ViewRear ViewLeft ViewNo. Item Description1 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.No. I

158 Chapter 5LS-5514P Card Reader BoardItem Description Item Description1 J1 1394 Conn. 4 JMINI2 Wireless LAN Conn.2 JREAD1 7 in 1 Card Reader 5 JMINI

Chapter 5 159LS-5515P Touch Pad Button BoardItem Description Item Description1 JP3 Finger Print Conn 3 JP2 TP Module Conn.2 JP1 To M/B Connector 4 SW1

160 Chapter 5LS-5516P Power Saving Board Item Description Item Description1 SW1 Power Saving Button 2 JP1 To Media Board Conn.

Chapter 5 161LS-5517P Volume BoardItem Description Item Description1 SW1 Volume Button 2 JP1 To Media Board Conn.Top View

162 Chapter 5LS-5518P Color Engine Board Item Description Item Description1 SENSE1 Acer Logo Backlight 3 JP1 To TV-Tuner Board Conn.2 SENSE2 Color E

Chapter 5 163Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provides you with the standard operating procedures for clearing passwords and BIOS

164 Chapter 5system till BIOS POST finish. Then remove the tool from the HW Gap.• Restart system. Press F2 key to enter BIOS Setup menu.• If there is

Chapter 5 165BIOS 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

166 Chapter 5

Chapter 6 167FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 5942

8 Chapter 14 External display (VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).5HDMIHDMI port Supports high definition di

168 Chapter 6Aspire 5942 Series Exploded DiagramsMain AssemblyNo. Description Acer P/N1 Keyboard KB.I140A.0012 Upper Cover TBD3 Mainboard MB.PH802.001

Chapter 6 169Base AssemblyNo. Description Acer P/N1 HDD Door TBD Confirm 42.PH702.0032 Mini Door 42.PH702.0043 Lower Cover 60.PH702.002123

170 Chapter 6Aspire 5942 Series FRU ListCATEGORY Description Acer Part NumberBOARDLan Intel WLAN 512AN_HMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#895373KI.SPH01.003La

Chapter 6 171CABLEBLUE TOOTH CABLE 50.PH702.001T/P FFC 50.PH702.002POWER SAVING CABLE 50.PH702.003USB CABLE 50.PH702.004RF CABLE 50.PH802.001ON-OFF BO

172 Chapter 6HDD DOOR 42.PH702.003MINI DOOR 42.PH702.004HDD BRACKET 33.PH702.003HDD CONNECTOR 20.PH702.001MINI CARD BRACKET 33.PH702.004LAUNCH COVER -

Chapter 6 173KEYBOARDKeyboard ACER AC4B SM50 Internal 14 Standard 86KS Black US International BacklitKB.I140A.031Keyboard ACER AC4B SM50 Internal 14 S

174 Chapter 6Keyboard ACER AC4B SM50 Internal 14 Standard 87KS Black US w/ Canadian French BacklitKB.I140A.033Keyboard ACER AC4B SM50 Internal 14 Stan

Chapter 6 175BD RW DRIVEODD BD RW MODULE 6M.PH702.004ODD PIONEER BD RW 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BDR-TD01RS LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7)KU.00405.015ODD PANAS

176 Chapter 6HEATSINKCPU THERMAL MOUDLE - CAF 60.PH702.008CPU THERMAL MOUDLE - ARRANDALE 60.PMV02.003SPEAKERMIC 23.PH702.001SPEAKER R&L 23.PH702.0

Chapter 6 177Screw ListCategory Description Acer P/NScrewSCREW M2.5D 3.0L K 5.3D NI NL 86.PH702.001SCREW M1.98D 3.0L K 4.6D 0.8T ZKNL 86.PH702.002SCRE

Chapter 1 9Right ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 6-in-1 Card Reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), MultiMediaCard Plus (MMCPlus), M

Appendix A 178Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire 5942 SeriesModel RO CountryAcer Part NoDescriptionAS5942G-332G25BiWW WW S2.PR502.001AS5942G-724

179 Appendix AAS5942G-334G32MnEMEA Germany LX.PMN02.013AS5942G-724G64Bn W7HP64ATDE1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/640/BT/8L2.4/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb

Appendix A 180AS5942G-334G32MnAAP Indonesia LX.PMN02.029AS5942G-724G64Mn EM W7HP64EMATID1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.

181 Appendix AAS5942G-334G50MnEMEA South Africa LX.PMN02.114AS5942G-728G64Bn EM W7HP64EMATZA2 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*4G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_F

Appendix A 182AS5942G-334G50MnEMEA Belgium LX.PMN02.099AS5942G-728G64Bn W7HP64ATBE1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*4G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb

183 Appendix AAS5942G-334G50MnEMEA Greece LX.PMN02.081AS5942G-728G64Bn W7HP64ATGR1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*4G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_

Appendix A 184AS5942G-434G50BnEMEA Middle East LX.PMN02.066AS5942G-724G64Bn EM W7HP64EMATME3 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP

185 Appendix AAS5942G-434G64MnEMEA Israel LX.PMN02.050AS5942G-724G64Bn W7HP64ATIL1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_

Appendix A 186AS5942G-434G64MnAAP Singapore LX.PMN02.028AS5942G-726G64Mi W7HP64ATSG1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3 4G+2G/640/BT/8L2.4/5R/cb_abgn_FP_1.0D_

187 Appendix AAS5942G-434G64MnEMEA Ukraine LX.PMT02.110AS5942G-434G64Mn W7HP64RUATUK1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GE

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 5942 Series service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1Bottom ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Memory compartmentHouses t

Appendix A 188AS5942G-522G32MnEMEA Greece LX.PMT02.019AS5942G-434G64Bn W7HP64ATGR1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_E

189 Appendix AAS5942G-524G50MnEMEA Middle East LX.PMT02.108AS5942G-434G64Mn EM W7HP64EMATME4 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_

Appendix A 190AS5942G-722G32BiEMEA Poland LX.PMT02.093AS5942G-434G64Mn W7HP64ATPL1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_P

191 Appendix AAS5942G-724G64BiEMEA Spain LX.PMT02.077AS5942G-434G64Mn W7HP64ATES1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_ES

Appendix A 192AS5942G-724G64BnEMEA Germany LX.PMT02.060AS5942G-334G50Mn W7HP64ATDE1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_D

193 Appendix AAS5942G-724G64BnEMEA UK LX.PMT02.045AS5942G-334G50Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_EN11AS

Appendix A 194AS5942G-724G64BnEMEA Turkey LX.PMT02.028AS5942G-334G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATTR1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3 2*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_

195 Appendix AAS5942G-726G64BnEMEA Spain LX.PMR07.002AS5942G-434G64Mn W7UT64ATES1 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCPbk_V3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_1.0D_GEb_ES51AS

Appendix A 196AS5942G-728G64BnEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.PMS02.021AS5942G-334G32Mn W7HP64ATEU5 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCbk_V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/cb_GN_1.0D_GEb_RO1

197 Appendix AAS5942G-728G64BnCHINA Hong Kong LX.PMS02.004AS5942G-522G32Mn W7HP64ATHK2 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCbk_V3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_GN_1.0D_GEb_ZH3

Chapter 1 11TouchPad Basics (with fingerprint reader)The following items show you how to use the TouchPad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader:

Appendix A 198AS5942G-728G64BnAAP Singapore LX.PMW02.003AS5942G-544G50Mn W7HP64ATSG1 MC PARK_XT512CFPbk_V3 2*2G/500_L/BT/6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_FP_1.0D_GEb_E

199 Appendix AAS5942G-334G32MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci7720QM MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-334G32MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci772

Appendix A 200AS5942G-334G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci7720QM MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-334G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci772

201 Appendix AAS5942G-334G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci7720QM MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-334G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci772

Appendix A 202AS5942G-434G50BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci7720QM MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-434G50BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci772

203 Appendix AAS5942G-434G64MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci7720QM MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-434G64MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbkQ_V3Ci772

Appendix A 204AS5942G-434G64MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci5430M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-434G64MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci5430M

205 Appendix AAS5942G-524G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci5430M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-524G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci5430M

Appendix A 206AS5942G-724G50MiAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci5430M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-724G50MnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci5430M

207 Appendix AAS5942G-724G64BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci3330M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-724G64BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci3330M

12 Chapter 1Using the KeyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special ke

Appendix A 208AS5942G-724G64BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci3330M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-724G64BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCFPbk_V3Ci3330M

209 Appendix AAS5942G-728G64BiAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCbk_V3Ci3330M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-728G64BiAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCbk_V3Ci5520M MADI

Appendix A 210AS5942G-728G64BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCbk_V3Ci3330M MADISON_PRO1G-DDR3 (64*16*8)AS5942G-728G64BnAS5942G_MADISON_PRO1GBCbk_V3Ci3330M MADI

211 Appendix AAS5942G-728G64MiAS5942G_PARK_XT512CPbk_V3 Ci5520M PARK_XT 512M-DDR3 (64*16*4)AS5942G-728G64WnAS5942G_PARK_XT512Cbk_V3 Ci5520M PARK_XT 51

Appendix A 212AS5942G-334G32MnSO4GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-334G32MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNSM

213 Appendix AAS5942G-334G50MnSO4GBIII10SO4GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-334G50MnSO4GBIII10SO4GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNB

Appendix A 214AS5942G-334G50MnSO4GBIII10SO4GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-334G50MnSO4GBIII10SO4GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNB

215 Appendix AAS5942G-434G50MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-434G50MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNB

Appendix A 216AS5942G-434G64MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-434G64MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNS

217 Appendix AAS5942G-434G64MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-434G64MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNBD

Chapter 1 13Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the s

Appendix A 218AS5942G-524G50MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-524G50MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNSM

219 Appendix AAS5942G-724G50MiSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-724G50MnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNSM

Appendix A 220AS5942G-724G64BnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-724G64BnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNSM

221 Appendix AAS5942G-724G64BnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-724G64BnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N500GB5.4KSNSM

Appendix A 222AS5942G-726G64MiSO2GBIII10SO1GBIII10N250GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5 in 1-Build in INT6200HAS5942G-726G64MnSO4GBIII10SO4GBIII10N640GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 i

223 Appendix AAS5942G-728G64BnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N320GB5.4KSNSM8XS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGNAS5942G-728G64BnSO2GBIII10SO2GBIII10N320GB5.4KSNSM

Appendix A 224AS5942G-728G64BnSO2GBIII10SO1GBIII10N250GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5 in 1-Build in INT6200HAS5942G-728G64MiSO2GBIII10SO1GBIII10N250GB5.4KSNBDCB4XS5

Appendix B 225Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

226 Appendix BMicrosoft® Windows® 7 Environment TestBRAND Type DescriptionAdapterDELTA 90W Adapter DELTA 90W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Blue ADP-90CD DB A, LV5 LE

Appendix B 227HDDHGST N250GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60FHGST N250GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400r

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

228 Appendix BELPIDA SO2GBIII10 Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB EBJ21UE8BBS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065umHYNIX SO1GBIII10 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1

Appendix B 229SONY NBDCB4XS ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BC-5500H LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)SONY NBDCB4XS ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray

230 Appendix B

Appendix C 231Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

232 Appendix C

233AAFLASH Utility 31BBattery PackRemoving 44BIOSROM size 17ROM type 17vendor 16Version 16BIOS Utility 23–31Advanced 26Boot 29Exit 30Navigating 23Onbo

234Internal Speaker Failure 136JJumper and Connector Locations 153Top View 153KKeyboardRemoving 57Keyboard Failure 135LLaunch BoardRemoving 64Replacin

235Removing 66Replacing 115speakershotkey 14SubwooferRemoving 86Replacing 103SystemBlock Diagram 4TTest Compatible Components 225Thermal Grease 98Ther

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Chapter 1 15Special 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

16 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorProcessor SpecificationsCPU Fan True Value TableClarksfield• Throttling 50%: On=95°C Of

Chapter 1 17• OS shut down at 100°C; H/W shut down at 92°CAuburndale• Throttling 50%: On=100°C Off: 86°C• OS shut down at 105°C; H/W shut down at 92°C

18 Chapter 1Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other

Chapter 1 19Features Integrated 10/100/10000BASE-T transceiverAutomatic MDI crossover functionPCIe V1.1 compliant10/100/10000BASE-T full -duplex/half

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20 Chapter 1Hard Disk Drive InterfaceItem SpecificationVendor & Model Name SeagateST9250315ASST9320325ASST9500325ASToshibaMK2555GSXMK3263GSXMK5055

Chapter 1 21Blueray DriveBlueray Combo ModuleItem SpecificationVendor & model namePanasonic UJ230A LF, Pioneer BDR-TD01RS LFPerformance Specificat

22 Chapter 1Super-Multi Drive ModuleAudio InterfaceSystem Board Major ChipsItem SpecificationVendor & model nameHLDS GT20N LF, Toshiba TS-L633B LF

Chapter 1 23KeyboardBattery LCD 15.6" HD Audio Codec • Realtek ALC669-X for High Definition Audio Codec with Dolby Digital LiveKeyboard • ENE KB9

24 Chapter 1

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

Chapter 2 27Setting 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

28 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 29BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

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

Chapter 2 31BIOS Flash UtilitiesThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features

32 Chapter 2DOS Flash UtilityPerform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility:IMPORTANT:Use USB KEY, USB HDD, DVD-RW, and HDDs that can boot t

Chapter 2 33

34 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 35Remove HDD/BIOS Password UtilitiesThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS password method:Remove HDD Password:If you key in the wr

36 Chapter 2Removing BIOS Passwords:To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the RAM door and use a metal instrument to short the J4 / J5 jumpe

Chapter 2 37Using Boot Sequence SelectorThe Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot Sequenc

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

38 Chapter 2Using DMIToolsThe DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to eeprom to be used in the DMI pool for hardware manage

Chapter 2 39Using the ICW50/ICY70 LAN MAC UtilityYou can use the MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM under DOS mode.1. Use a text

40 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 41Machine Disassembly and ReplacementIMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.This chapter contains st

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 ProcessIMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.External Modules Disasse

44 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn the computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position.3. Slide and hold the battery relea

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

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

Chapter 3 47Removing the Lower Covers1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.2. Loosen the four captive screws in the Memory/HDD and WLAN covers

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48 Chapter 3Removing the Optical Drive Module1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47.2. Remove the single screw securing the ODD module.3. Inser

Chapter 3 495. Remove the two screws securing the ODD Bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the module. 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD

50 Chapter 3Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47.2. Use the pull-tab to lift the HDD and disconnect the i

Chapter 3 515. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier.6. Remove the HDD from the carrier.Step Size Quantity Scre

52 Chapter 3Removing the DIMM Modules1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47.2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to

Chapter 3 53Removing the WLAN ModuleIMPORTANT: If the model purchased supports TV Tuner functionality, remove the TV Tuner Module before removing the

54 Chapter 34. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Module. IMPORTANT: The black cable attaches to the MAIN terminal and the white cable attach

Chapter 3 55Main Unit Disassembly ProcessUpper Cover Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Part No.Upper Cover M2.5*8 18 86.PH702.006M2.5

56 Chapter 3Lower Cover Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Part No.LCD Module M2.5*5 4 86.PH702.005Right Saddle M2.5*5 2 86.PH702.005U

Chapter 3 57Removing the Keyboard1. Locate the five securing clips on the top edge of the Keyboard.2. Starting with the central clip, release all five

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

58 Chapter 34. Rotate the Keyboard upward away from the Upper Cover and place it face down on the TouchPad area.5. Open the Keyboard backlight FFC con

Chapter 3 59Removing the Upper Cover1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 57.2. Turn the computer over. Remove the twenty-three screws on the bottom

60 Chapter 34. Remove the single screw securing the Keyboard Cover to the Upper Cover, and remove the Keyboard Cover.5. Disconnect the following FFCs

Chapter 3 616. Starting on the front left side of the casing and working along toward the right, pry the upper and lower covers apart as shown.7. Work

62 Chapter 3Removing the Media Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Turn the Upper Cover over and lift the Media Board FFC to disconne

Chapter 3 635. Lift the Media Board away from the Upper Cover (1) and feed the FFC through the Upper Cover (2) to remove the Media Board.12

64 Chapter 3Removing the Launch Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Turn the Upper Cover over and lift the Launch Board FFC to discon

Chapter 3 655. Lift the Launch Board away from the Upper Cover.6. Feed the FFC through the Upper Cover to remove the Launch Board

66 Chapter 3Removing the Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Lift the mylar covering to expose the Speaker cable as shown.3.

Chapter 3 675. Using both hands, lift the Speaker Module upward to remove it from the Upper Cover.

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Power Saving Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Removing the Volume Contro

68 Chapter 3Removing the Power Saving Board1. See “Removing the Speaker Module” on page 66.2. Remove the Power Saving Board cable from the cable chann

Chapter 3 695. Disconnect the cable from the Power Saving Board as shown.

70 Chapter 3Removing the Volume Control Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Lift the Volume Control Board FFC away from the Upper Cov

Chapter 3 71Removing the MIC Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the MIC cable to the Upper Cover.3

72 Chapter 3Removing the Button Board and Finger Print Reader1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Lift the Button Board FFC to detach the a

Chapter 3 735. Open the FFC locking latch and disconnect the Finger Print Reader FFC from the Button Board.6. Remove Button Board from the bracket.7.

74 Chapter 38. Remove the Finger Print Reader from the bracket as shown.

Chapter 3 75Removing the TouchPad BracketIMPORTANT: The TouchPad cannot removed from the Upper Cover. Replace the entire Upper Cover if the TouchPad m

76 Chapter 35. Remove the two screws securing the TouchPad Bracket in place.6. Lift the TouchPad Bracket, front edge first, and remove it from the Upp

Chapter 3 77Removing the LCD ModuleIMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory conditions. If any part of the LCD Module is fa

IXTable of ContentsTouchPad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136Internal Speaker

78 Chapter 35. Remove the USB Board cable from the cable clips as shown.6. Remove the adhesive tapes securing the USB Board and Backlight cables in pl

Chapter 3 798. Lift the USB Board cable to detach the adhesive securing it in place.9. Remove the USB Board and Backlight cables from the cable channe

80 Chapter 311. Pass the Antenna and Backlight cables through the space between the Battery Bay and Hinge well as shown.12. Remove the cables from the

Chapter 3 8114. Disconnect the LVDS cable from the Mainboard.15. Remove the Conductive and LVDS cables from the cable channel. Ensure that the cables

82 Chapter 317. Using both hands, lift the LCD Module clear of the Lower Cover.IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory con

Chapter 3 83Removing the Saddles1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Lift the left side Saddle clear of the Lower Cover as shown.3. Remove

84 Chapter 34. Lift the right side Saddle clear of the Lower Cover as shown.

Chapter 3 85Removing the USB Board1. See “Removing the Saddles” on page 83.2. Remove the single screw securing the USB Board to the Lower Cover.3. Rem

86 Chapter 3Removing the Subwoofer1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 77.2. Disconnect the Subwoofer cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove the cable

Chapter 3 87Removing the Bluetooth Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove t