EMachines H5270 Informações Técnicas

eMachines E628 SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

Chapter 3 90Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 83.2. Remove the four screw covers and four screws securing the front bezel

91 Chapter 34. Release the bottom edge of the bezel, separating the securing clips.5. Pry apart the hinge covers as shown.6. Release the bottom edges

Chapter 3 927. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module.

93 Chapter 3Removing the Camera Board1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 90.2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module.3. Disconnect the cable

Chapter 3 94Removing 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

95 Chapter 3Removing the FPC Cable1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 94.2. Turn the LCD panel over on a clean surface.3. Lift the camera cable to

Chapter 3 965. Hold the adhesive tape clear of the LCD Panel.6. Disconnect the LCD cable as shown and remove the cable from the LCD Panel.

97 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Brackets1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 94.2. Pick up the antenna cable so the bracket can clear the cable.3. Lif

Chapter 3 98Removing the Microphone1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 94.2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the antenna cables.3

99 Chapter 35. Lift the Microphone Module upward to detach the adhesive holding it in place.

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

Chapter 3 100Removing the Antennas1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 94.2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the antenna cables.3.

101 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 102LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the Antennas1. Adhere the Left Antenna Pad (White cable) to the LCD Cover as shown.2. Replace th

103 Chapter 33. Adhere the Left Antenna Pad (Black cable) to the LCD Cover as shown.4. Replace the shielding to secure the right Antenna cable in plac

Chapter 3 1042. Press the cable onto the LCD cover as shown to secure it in place. Adhere the shielding tabs where they cover the Microphone cable.3.

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

Chapter 3 1064. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket.Replacing the FPC Cable1. Connect the LCD cable as

107 Chapter 33. Adhere the camera cable to the LCD Panel.Replacing the LCD Panel1. Place the LCD Panel into of the LCD Cover back edge first, aligning

Chapter 3 1082. Insert the four screws to secure the LCD Panel to the LCD Module.Replacing the Camera Board1. Connect the cable to the Camera Board as

109 Chapter 32. Place the Camera Board into the LCD Module so that the mounting pins are aligned and press down to secure to the adhesive.NOTE: Be sur

2 Chapter 1Communication• Integrated Crystal Eye webcam•WLAN:• 802.11b/g/Draft-N*• 802.11b/g*• WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)*• LAN: Gi

Chapter 3 1103. Connect the left and right hinge cover part of the LCD bezel, making sure that the cables pass through the holes.4. Press down on the

111 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 1123. Insert the Microphone cable into the securing clips as shown.4. Insert the Antenna cables into the cable channel on the Lower Cover as

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

Chapter 3 1142. Place the pads as shown.3. Grasp the Thermal Module by the CPU heat sink and place onto the Mainboard as shown.

115 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 1162. Insert the single screw to secure the fan to the Mainboard.3. Connect the fan cable to the Mainboard.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeFan

117 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 1184. Insert the LVDS cable into the cable channel as shown.5. Insert the DC-In cable into the securing clips as shown.

119 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 1 3• Operating: 20% to 80%• Non-operating: 20% to 80%NOTE: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of

Chapter 3 120Replacing 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

121 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 1226. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch.Replacing the Media Board1. Insert the Media Board FFC through the cover

123 Chapter 33. 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

Chapter 3 1242. 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

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

Chapter 3 1263. Insert the single screw to secure the Power Board to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Touchpad Bracket1. Slide the Touchpad Bracket into

127 Chapter 32. Push the bracket down until it is secured under the tabs along the top edge.3. Insert the single screw to secure the Touchpad Bracket

Chapter 3 128Replacing the Button Board1. Insert the Mainboard FFC through the cover as shown.2. Replace the three screws to secure the button board t

129 Chapter 33. Slide the aminboard FFC through the cutout in the upper cover and adhere the FFCs to the upper cover.4. Connect the single FFC to the

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

Chapter 3 130Replacing the Upper Cover1. Place the Upper Cover on the assembly bottom edge first.2. Starting at the bottom edge, press the edges of th

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

Chapter 3 132a. 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

133 Chapter 3d. Connect the Media Board FFC and close the locking latch as shown.e. Connect the Media Board FFC and close the locking latch as shown.

Chapter 3 1345. Turn the computer over and insert the screws to secure the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover.Replacing the Keyboard1. Connect the FFC and

135 Chapter 32. Insert the keyboard so that the bottom tabs enter the slots in the upper cover.3. Press down on the edges of the keyboard. An audible

Chapter 3 136External Module Reassembly ProcessReplacing the WLAN Board1. Insert the WLAN Board into the Mainboard.2. Insert the single screw to secur

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

Chapter 3 1383. 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.

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

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

Chapter 3 1403. 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

141 Chapter 3Replacing the ODD1. Insert the hook on the ODD bezel as shown.2. Slide the securing clip of the ODD bezel into the slot on the ODD module

Chapter 3 1424. 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

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

Chapter 3 1443. Place the Memory Cover on the memory bay. 4. Press down until the seven clips in the cover snap into place.

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

Chapter 3 1462. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the lock position.

147 Chapter 3

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

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

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

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 JREAD1 Card readerPJP2 DC-IN jack JCRT1 CRT ConnectorJDIM1 / JDIM2DDR

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

Chapter 6 179LCD AssemblyNo. Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N1 LCD Bezel 60.PEA02.004 6 LVDS Cable 50.PEA02.0042 Left LCD Bracket 33.PEA0

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

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

Chapter 6 18155.PEA02.002 POWER BOARD55.PEA02.003 TP BOARD55.PEA02.004 IO BOARDBH.21100.004 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/w:861BT.21

182 Chapter 650.PEA02.004 LCD CABLE50.PEA02.005 ANTENNA WLAN50.PEA02.006 ANTENNA WLAN-AUX LPower Cord 27.TAVV5.001 POWER CORD US 3 PIN27.TAVV5.002 POW

Chapter 6 18342.PEA02.001 RAM DOOR42.PEA02.002 HDD DOOR42.PEA02.003 ODD BEZEL-SM60.PEA02.001 UPPER CASE ASSY60.PEA02.002 LOWER CASE60.PEA02.003 LCD CO

184 Chapter 66M.PEA02.001 ODD SUPER-MULTI DRIVE MODULEKU.00807.068 ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 9.5mm Tray DL 8X UJ892 LF W/O bezel SATA GBAS2.0, H

Chapter 6 18560.PE902.001 THERMAL MOUDLE-UMA60.PEA02.005 THERMAL MOUDLE-DISKEYBOARDKB.I170A.032 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 103KS Bla

186 Chapter 6KB.I170A.053 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 Standard 103KS Black Thailand TextureKB.I170A.054 Keyboard ACER AC7T JV50 Internal 17 St

Chapter 6 187Screw List47.PEA02.001 LCD SCREW RUBBER47.PEA02.002 LOG_UP MYLAR_B47.PEA02.003 LCD CABLE MYLARSPEAKER23.PEA02.002 MIC SET23.PEA02.003 SPE

188 Chapter 627.TAVV5.012 POWER CORD ISRAEL 3 PIN27.TAVV5.013 POWER CORD INDIA 3 PIN27.TAVV5.014 POWER CORD TWN 3 PIN27.APV02.001 POWER CORD ARGENTINA

Chapter 6 189

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

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

Appendix A 190Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire 5538 Series Model RO Country Acer Part No DescriptionAS5538-113G25MnEMEA Eastern EuropeLX.PE90C

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

Appendix A 192AS5538-113G25MnEMEA South AfricaLX.PE90X.042 AS5538-113G25Mn EM VHP32ATZA1 MC UMACss 2G+1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_FR23AS5538-113G25MnE

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

Appendix A 194AS5538G-313G32MnEMEA Czech LX.PEA0X.030 AS5538G-313G32Mn VHP32ATCZ2 MC M92LP512Css_V3 2G+1G/320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_AN_SK12AS5538G-313G32M

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

Appendix A 196AS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA NAS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA NAS5538-113G25Mn AAL110 NLED15.6WXGAGS UMA NAS5538-

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

Appendix A 198AS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 McAfee 5 in 1-Built inAS5538-113G25Mn SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 Mc

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

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

Appendix A 200AS5538G-312G25Mn SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 N 5 in 1-Built inAS5538-312G25Mn SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS NSM8XS9.5 N 5 in

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

Appendix A 202AS5538-113G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNN VHP32 VHP32ATNO1NO12 Norwegian (KB.I170A.046)AS5538-114G25Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x

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

Appendix A 204AS5538G-313G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2 BGNN VHP32 VHP32ATZA1FR23 French (KB.I170A.039)AS5538G-313G32Mn3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN3rd WiFi 1x2

205 Appendix A

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

Appendix B 208CPUAMD AAL110 CPU AMD Athlon L110 PGA 1.2G 512K single coreAMD AAL310 CPU AMD Athlon L310 PGA 1.2G 1M Dual CoreAMD AATF20 CPU AMD Athlon

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

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

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

211AAntennasRemoving 100Replacing 102BBatteryReplacing 145Battery PackRemoving 45BIOSROM type 19vendor 19Version 19BIOS Utility 23–34Advanced 28Boot 3

212Internal Speaker Failure 153JJumper and Connector Locations 173Top View 173KKeyboardRemoving 60Replacing 134Keyboard Failure 152LLCD BezelRemoving

213Built-in KB Failure 152Internal Microphone 155Internal Speakers 153LCD Failure 152No Display 150Other Failures 164Thermal Unit 163Touchpad 153USB 1

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

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

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

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

Chapter 1 17Bytes per sector512Data heads4322Drive FormatDisks2211Spindle speed (RPM)5400Performance SpecificationsBuffer size 8MBInterfaceSATAInterna

18 Chapter 1Capacity (MB)160 250 320 500Bytes per sector512 512 512 512Data heads2244Drive FormatDisks1122Spindle speed (RPM)5400Performance Specifica

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

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

20 Chapter 1Audio Codec and AmplifierLAN InterfaceKeyboardMini CardCameraWeight (without inverter)Physical Size (mm)Electrical InterfaceViewing Angle

Chapter 1 21Wireless LAN Pixel resolution 640 x 480Pixel size 3.6um X3.6um Image size 2.36mm(H) X1.76mm(V)Item Specification Specification Specificat

22 Chapter 1 BatteryTransmitter Output Power802.11bRadio Technology Operating Frequency Modulation Schemes Channel Number •Data Rate Media Access Pro

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Chapter 3 486. Lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay.NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on

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

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Chapter 3 503. Lift the HDD cover up using the finger tab to remove. Six tabs hold the door in place. 4. Remove the screw securing the ODD module.5. S

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

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

53 Chapter 35. Push out the release latches on both sides of SODIMM socket 1 to release the memory module. 6. Remove the DIMM. 7. Push out the release

Chapter 3 548. Remove the DIMM.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

61 Chapter 35. Place the keyboard as shown. 6. Open the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown, then disconnect the FFC and remove the Keyboard.

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

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

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

65 Chapter 35. Starting at a top corner, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. 6. Working from the back corners toward the back center, pry a

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

67 Chapter 35. Detach the button board FFC from the adhesive.6. Remove the three screws securing the button board to the Upper Cover.7. Pull the Mainb

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

69 Chapter 34. Slide the Touchpad Bracket out from the slots in the upper cover.

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Touchpad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Removing the Power Board

Chapter 3 70Removing the Power Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 62.2. Remove the single screw securing the Power Board to the Lower Cove

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

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

73 Chapter 35. Remove the Speaker Cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips.6. Lift the right side speaker out

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

75 Chapter 34. Tilt the Media Board up to clear the securing pins.5. Remove the Media Board, pulling the FFC through the cover as shown.IMPORTANT: Ens

Chapter 3 76Removing 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.

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

Chapter 3 786. Remove the adhesive securing the I/O Board cable to the Lower Cover.7. Disconnect the I/O Board Cable from the I/O Board.

79 Chapter 3Removing the DC-In Cable1. See “Removing the I/O Board” on page 76.2. Remove the DC-In Socket from the well on the bottom cover.3. Remove

IXTable of ContentsLCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152Built-In Keyb

Chapter 3 80Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the DC-In Cable” on page 79.2. Disconnect the Microphone cable from the Mainboard.3. Disconnect the

81 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 3 826. Reach under the mainboard to unplug the LVDS cable, and remove the Mainboard from the assembly.7. Disconnect the DC-In Cable from the m

83 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80.2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the WLAN cables in place.3. Remove t

Chapter 3 845. Remove the Microphone cable from the securing clips as shown.6. Remove the three screws on the rear of the Lower Cover securing the LCD

85 Chapter 3Removing the Fan1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80.2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove the single screw secur

Chapter 3 864. Lift the fan away from the Mainboard.

87 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Fan” on page 85.2. Remove the four screws securing the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in

Chapter 3 88Removing the CPU1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 87.2. Using a flat blade screw driver, rotate the CPU screw 180° counter cloc

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