Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: IV SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures.
Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability).
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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Removing the SD dummy card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Removing the Lower Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Removing the DIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Removing the WLAN Board Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Model Definition and Configuration 130 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature: Platform For Aspire 2920 K Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: K Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700/T7800 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.20/2.40/2.60 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), T5250/T5450/T5550/T7100/T7250 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.66/1.83/1.
K MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability (acceleration) K WMV9 (VC-1) and H.
I/O Ports K ExpressCard™/54 slot K 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) K Three USB 2.
System Block Diagram CLK GEN. 3 RTM875T-605 71.00875.C0W 533/667MHz AZALIA 533/667MHz ALC268 26 Codec 12,13 12,13 (ICS 9LPRS502 71.09502.
Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Front View 10 1 2 3 4 11 12 5 6 7 8 9 Icon Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 3 Empowering key Lanuch Acer Empowering Technology 4 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components.
Icon Item Description 9 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components. 10 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. (for selected models) 11 Easy-launch button Buttons for launching frequently used program. 12 Power button Turns the computer on and off. Closed Front View 4 1 2 Icon 3 Item Description 1 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones.
Right View 8 1 Icon 2 Item 3 4 5 6 7 Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. 5 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.
Bottom View Icon 8 Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. Icon Function Description Power Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
Icon Function Description Empowering Technology Launch Acer Empowering Technology. (user-programmable) Acer Arcade Launch Acer Arcade utility Wireless communication button/ indicator Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Web browser Internet browser (user-Programmable) Mail Email application (user-Programmable) Bluetooth communication button/ indicator Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.
Function Left Button (1) Right Button (3) Main touchpad (2) Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Select Click once. Tap once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor. Access context menu Click once.
Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock + When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.
Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey 14 Icon Function Description + Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. + Acer eSettings Management Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Empowering Technology.
Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Hold and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2.
Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: K Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. K Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. K Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings.
Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information.
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management".
To switch between power plans: 1. Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop-down list. 2. Click "Apply". To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can also turn on/off system components to extend battery life. 1. Switch to the power plan you wish to edit 2. Adjust settings as required. 3. Click "Apply" to save your new settings.
Acer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game" mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound from just 2 speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. "Music" mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail..
connected to the system. For projectors and external devices that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting. NOTE: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor.
The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password. This password will be used to encrypt files by default, or you can choose to enter your own password when encrypting a file. NOTE: The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose the password, the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file.
To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain after rebooting, until removed. NOTE: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make sure to remember or write down your password. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility.
NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your Acer ezDock.
K Lets you set an asset tag for your system. Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status.
Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then Note: select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor.
NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti-virus utility that can protect against viruses, keeping your data safe and secure.
3. Select Run Scan to scan your system. 4. When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. NOTE: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700/T7800 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.20/2.40/2.60 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), T5250/ T5450/T5550/T7100/T7250 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.66/1.83/1.80/2 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), supporting Intel® 64 architecture Intel® Pentium® mobile processor T2310/T2330 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.46/1.60 GHz, 533 MHz FSB),supporting Intel® 64 architecture Intel® Celeron® mobile processor 530/540/550 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.73/1.
System Memory Item Specification Memory controller Built-in Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory) DIMM socket number 2 sockets Supports memory size per socket 2048MB Supports maximum memory size 4G for 64bit OS(with two 2GB SODIMM) Supports DIMM type DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM Supports DIMM Speed 533/667 MHz Supports DIMM voltage 1.8V and 0.
Item Specification Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side Features Integrated 10/100 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 Bluetooth Interface Item Specification Chipset Foxconn TT60H928.11 Data throughput 723 bps (full speed data rate) Protocol Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). Interface USB 1.1 Connector type USB Wireless Module 802.
Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB Interface SATA SATA SATA SATA Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) 540 540 540 540 Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) 100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 150 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 150 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 150 MB/Sec.
Combo Drive module Item Loading mechanism Specification Load: Manual Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button) (b) Release by ATAPI command (c) Emergency Release Power Requirement Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) Super-Multi Drive module Item Vendor & model name Specification HLDS Super-Multi Drive GSA-T20N, SONY Super-Multi AD-7560A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.
Super-Multi Drive module Item Specification Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek ALC883 Azalia and Amplifier Maxim MAX9710 & MAX4411 Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 18 bit stereo full duplex Compatibility HD audio Interface; S/PDIF output for PCM or AC-3 content Sampling rate 1Hz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate) Internal microphone Yes Internal speaker / Quantity Yes/2 (1.
System Board Major Chips Item Controller Core logic Mobile Intel® GM965/GL960 + ICH8M Express Chipset VGA UMA LAN Realtek 8100SBL/CL USB 2.0 Intel ICH8M Super I/O controller N/A MODEM ALC 883 Bluetooth Built-in ATI SB460 Wireless 802.
LCD 12.1” inch Item Specification Display resolution (pixels) 1280 x 800 WXGA 1280 x 800 WXGA Pixel Pitch 0.204 x 0.204 0.204 x 0.204 Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical Stripe R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White Normally White Typical White Luminance (cd/m ) also called Brightness 220 typical 187 minimum 185 typical Luminance Uniformity 1.25 max. 1.25 max. Contrast Ratio 400 typical 400 typical Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec 12/4 12/4 Nominal Input Voltage VDD +3.
System Power Management ACPI mode Power Management Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely. Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely. Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state.
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Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises.
Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: K To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys. K To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys. K To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6. K A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press Enter to expand this item. K Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.
Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.
Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Format/Option System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24-hour format. Format: HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second) System Time System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date System Memory This field reports the memory size of the system.
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Option Supervisor Password Is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set HDD Password Is Shows the setting of the hard disk password. Clear or Set Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password.
Removing a Password Follow these steps: 1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Password box appears: 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”. 4.
If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.
Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: K New versions of system programs K New features or options K Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.
Removing HDD Utility This section provide you with removing HDD method: Remove HDD Password: K If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, “HDD password error code” would display on the screen. See the image below. K If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run unlock6.exe 1. Key in “unlock6 03567 00”” 2. Select “2” 3.
K 52 Reboot system and key in "N9H7W7I" , "9HNXDDI" ,"BCIKFVX","TPFIK1K" or "Q918H7I" to HDD user password.
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.
General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Remove the battery pack.
External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn base unit over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). Removing the SD dummy card 1. 56 Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it (1, 2).
2. Pull it out from the slot. Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 1. Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot. Removing the Lower Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.
2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. Remove the four screws (B) and loosen the five captive screws on the lower cover. Step 1~4 5. 58 Size (Quantity) M2 x L12 (4) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover.
6. Remove the lower cover from the lower case. Removing the DIMM 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57.. 5. Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM.
6. Remove the DIMM module. Removing the WLAN Board Modules 60 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board.
6. Move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the two screws (A) on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Step 1~2 7. Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (2) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3.
5. Remove the one screw (D) securing the hard disk drive module. Step 1 6. Size (Quantity) M2 x L5 (1) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
7. Remove the four screws (C) securing the hard disk to the bracket. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (4) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 3. Carefully use a plastic screw driver to eject the optical drive tray.
4. Pull the optical drive module out from the main unit. 5. Remove the two screws (A) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step 1~2 64 Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (2) Color Black Torque 1.
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT 5xCaptive Screws KEYBOARD CPU/VGA THERMAL MODULE Ax7, Fx4 Hx2 LCD MODULE CPU Dx9 UPPER CASE Ax4 LAUNCH BOARD Fx2 Fx2 TOUCH PAD BRACKET ASSEMBLY MAIN BOARD 2xSCREWS 2xSCREWS MODEM BOARD LEFT AND RIGHT SPEAKER MODULE TOUCH PAD BRACKET TOUCH PAD BOARD Screw List Item Screw Color Part No. A M2 x L3 Black 86.00D29.620 D M2 x L5 Black 86.00E32.725 F M2 x L4 Black 86.00F24.724 H M2.
66 3. Disconnect the heatsink fan connector from the main board. 4. Remove the five screws securing the CPU and VGA heatsink module in place.
5. Slide out and remove the heatsink module. Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.. 2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57.. 3. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 65.
4. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU. 5. Lift up carefully to remove the CPU. NOTE: When installing the CPU, make sure to install the CPU with PIN 1 at the corner as shown.
Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.. 2. Push down on the lock and release the latches securing the keyboard to the upper case. 3. Turn over the keyboard on the touchpad area.
4. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard. Removing the LCD Module 70 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 3. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 4. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 5. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70.
6. Remove the two screws (H) from the botton panel of the system and three screws (A) on the battery bay area. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque 1~2 M2.5 x L8 (2) Black 3.0 kgf-cm 3~5 M2 x L3 (3) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 7. Turn over the system and open the LCD panel and gently pry up and remove the middle cover.
8. Carefully pry up the middle cap cover and remove it. 9. Release the wireless antennas from the latches. 10. Disconnect the LCD cable from the main board.
11. Remove the four screws (A) securing the left and right hinge caps. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (4) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 12. Remove the left and right hinge caps.
13. Remove the four screws (F) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (4) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 14. Carefully remove the LCD module from the base unit. NOTE: When connecting the cable back to the unit, please note that the cable should be routed well. Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57.
11. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 12. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. 13. Disconnect the Launch board cable from the CN1 on the main board. 14. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the TOUCHPAD1 on the main board.
15. Remove the nine screws (D) on the bottom panel. Step 1~9 Size (Quantity) M2 x L5 (9) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 16. Gently raise the upper case from the main unit.
Removing the Launch Board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. 6. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 7. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 61. 8. See “Removing the Optical Drive Module” on page 63. 9. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 65. 10.
15. Remove the four screws (A) holding the launch board and remove the launch board from the upper cover. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (4) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Removing theTouch Pad Board Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. 6.
13. See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 74. 14. Disconnect the touch pad cable from the touch pad board. 15. Carefully pry loose and remove the touch pad board. WARNING:The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad board if it is defective.
Removing the main board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. 6. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 7. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 61. 8. See “Removing the Optical Drive Module” on page 63. 9. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 65. 10.
15. Remove the two screws (F) holding the main board. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (2) Color Black Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 16. Carefully remove the main board.
Removing the Speaker Modules 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. 6. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 7. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 61. 8. See “Removing the Optical Drive Module” on page 63. 9. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 65.
16. Remove the left and right speakers from the upper case. Removing the Modem Board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. 6. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 7. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 61. 8. See “Removing the Optical Drive Module” on page 63. 9.
15. Remove the 2 screws securing the modem card. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (2) Color Silver Torque 1.8 kgf-cm 16. Disconnect the cable from the modem board. 17. Remove the modem board from the main board.
Removing the Bluetooth board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. 6. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 7. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 61. 8. See “Removing the Optical Drive Module” on page 63. 9. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 65.
LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD MODULE DISASSEMBLY LCD MODULE Ex6 LCD BEZEL Ix2 Ix2 LCD ASSEMBLY Gx2 LCD FPC CABLE LEFT LCD BRACKET INVERTER BOARD Gx2 LCD BACK PANEL RIGHT LCD BRACKET ANTENNAS INTERNAL MICROPHONE VGA CAMERA Screw List 86 Item Screw Color Part No. E M2.5 x L5 Black 86.00F87.735 G M2 x L3 Silver 86.9A552.3R0 I M2.5 x L4 Silver 86.00E41.
Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 6. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 7. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. 8. Remove the four upper and the two lower bezel screw caps. 9. Remove the six screws (E) on the LCD module in the order as shown.
10. Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and remove the bezel from the LCD module. Removing the LCD module with the Brackets 88 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56.
3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 6. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 7. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. 8. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 87. 9. Disconnect the cables from the microphone board and camera board.
10. Remove the four screws (I) securing the LCD module and the Inverter panel. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L4 (4) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 11. Detach the LCD with the brackets from the back cover. Removing the Inverter Board and FPC Cable 90 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5.
10. Disconnect the inverter board cable from its connector, then disconnect the 2P cable on the inverter board to remove it. 11. Detach the acetic tapes holding the FPC cable from the LCD panel and detach the acetic tape securing the FPC connector.
12. Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Brackets 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 6. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 7. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. 8. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 87. 9.
11. Remove the four screws (G) securing the left and right LCD brackets to remove the brackets. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (4) Color Silver Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 6. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 7.
12. Remove the tapes together with the antenna cables from the back cover. Removing the Internal Microphone and Web Camera 94 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56.
3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. 4. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. 5. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. 6. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 7. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. 8. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 87. 9. See “Removing the LCD module with the Brackets” on page 88. 10. See “Removing the Antennas” on page 93. 11. Remove the internal microphone from the back cover. 12. Remove the Web camera from the back cover.
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. 2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3.
System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is required. NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail. Do the following to select the test device. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2.
K External keyboard If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. 2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 3. Press F2 in the test items. 4. Follow the instructions in the message window.
Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter cable. See the following figure Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V Pin 2: 0V, Ground 1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. 2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following: K Replace the System board. K If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 116. K If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: 1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel 2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter. 4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging. From Hardware: 1. Power off the computer. 2.
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes Error Messages 006 Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) 010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) 070 Real Time Clock Error 071 CMOS Battery Bad 072 CMOS Checksum Error 110 System disabled. Incorrect password is specified.
Error Message List Error Messages 104 FRU/Action in Sequence System timer error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 99.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM. LED board. System board. No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 99..
Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps 02h Verify Real Mode 03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) 04h Get CPU type 06h Initialize system hardware 08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values 09h Set IN POST flag 0Ah Initialize CPU registers 0Bh Enable CPU cache 0Ch Initialize caches to initial POST values 0Eh Initialize I/O component 0Fh Initialize the local bus IDE 10h Initialize Power Management 11h Load alternate registers with initial POST values 12h Restore CPU control wo
Code Beeps POST Routine Description 3Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers 3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values 42h Initialize interrupt vectors 45h 46h POST device initialization 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice 48h Check video configuration against CMOS 49h Initialize PCI bus and devices 4Ah Initialize all video adapters in system 4Bh QuietBoot start (optional) 4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM 4Eh Display BIOS copyright notice 50h Display CPU type and speed 51h Init
Code Beeps 82h Detect and install external RS232 ports 83h Configure non-MCD IDE controllers 84h Detect and install external parallel ports 85h Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices 86h Re-initialize onboard I/O ports 87h Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) 88h Initialize BIOS Area 89h Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) 8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area 8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse 8Ch Initialize floppy controller 8Fh Determine number of ATA drives
Code Beeps B9h POST Routine Description Prepare Boot BAh Initialize DMI parameters BBh Initialize PnP Option ROMs BCh Clear parity checkers BDh Display MultiBoot menu BEh Clear screen (optional) BFh Check virus and backup reminders C0h Try to boot with INT 19 C1h Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) C2h Initialize error logging C3h Initialize error display function C4h Initialize system error handler C5h PnPnd dual CMOS (optional) C6h Initialize notebook docking (optional) C7h
Code F5h 110 Beeps Boot to Mini DOS F6h Clear Huge Segment F7h Boot to Full DOS Chapter 4
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence LCD backlight doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 99. Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. System board Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 101. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode. See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 37. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the LCD. See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 37. LCD cover switch System board Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than 90%. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours.
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Touchpad does not work. Action in Sequence Reconnect touchpad cable. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Internal modem does not work correctly. Action in Sequence Modem phone port modem combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 116.
Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3.
Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU). NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power System Check” on page 99.
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Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420. Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed. BIOS Recovery Hotkey: The system provides a function hotkey: Fn+Esc, for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is powered on during BIOS POST.
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide.
Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Exploded Diagram Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 FRU List Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. Adapter ADAPTER 65W DELTA SADP-65KB DFA LF LEVEL-4 AP.06501.013 ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA-165002AC LF LEVEL-4 AP.06503.016 BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SANYO BT.00603.039 BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SONY BT.00604.017 BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH PANASONIC BT.00605.006 BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH SIMPLO BT.00607.003 BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.4MAH SANYO BT.00603.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. RTC BATTERY COIN BATTERY CR2032 MITSUBISHI 23.TCZV1.004 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG INTEL 3945 MW1 KI.GLN01.001 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG INTEL 3945 MW2 KI.GLN01.002 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG INTEL 3945 RW KI.GLN01.003 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG INTEL 3945BG KI.GLN01.005 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG KEDRON MOW1 KI.KDN01.001 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG KEDRON MOW2 KI.KDN01.002 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG KEDRON ROW KI.KDN01.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.T30V1.001 POWER CORD 10A 125V 3PIN US BK 27.01518.641 POWER CORD 2.5A 125V 8121USA/W CNS 27.01518.781 POWER CORD 220V 3PIN EUR 27.T30V1.004 POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR UK 27.01518.731 POWER CORD 3A 250V 3PIN UK 27.01518.541 POWER CORD 5A 250V 3PIN UK BK 27.03118.001 POWER CORD 10A 3PIN BK DENMARK 27.01518.561 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN DENMARK BK 27.01518.671 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN BK SOUTH AFRICA 27.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. UNITLOAD COVER 60 BIGDOOR ASSY 42.ANK01.002 UPPER CASE 60 UCASE CALADO ASSY 60.ANK01.002 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.ANK01.001 COMBO BEZEL 42.ANK01.005 SUPER MULTI BEZEL 42.ANK01.006 HDD BRACKET ASSEMBLY 33.ANK01.002 LCD BRACKET AND HINGE RIGHT 33.ANK01.003 LCD BRACKET AND HINGE LEFT 33.ANK01.004 LCD BEZEL 12.1’ FOR CCD 60.ANK01.004 LCD COVER 12.1'' W/ANTENNA AND MICROPHONE 60.ANK01.005 HINGE COVER RIGHT 42.ANK01.007 HINGE COVER LEFT 42.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T7300 2.0G 4M 800L KC.73001.DTP CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T7250 2.0G 2M 800L KC.72501.DTP CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T5550 1.83G 2M FSB667 KC.55501.DTP CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T5450 1.66G 2M FSB667 KC.54501.DTP CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T5250 1.5G 2M FSB667 KC.52501.DTP CPU INTEL MEROM T2330 1.6G KC.23301.DTP CPU INTEL MEROM T2310 1.46G KC.23101.DTP ASSEMBLY SUPLER MULTI MODULE 8X 6M.ANK01.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD2500BEVS-22UST0 ML125 F/ W:01.01A01 KH.25008.018 HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA II HGST HTS542525K9SA00 LF F/W:C31P KH.25007.011 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 84KS WHITE US INTERNATIONAL DARFON KB.INT00.218 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 84KS WHITE US INTERNATIONAL HEBREW DARFON KB.INT00.219 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE UK DARFON KB.INT00.220 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE TURKISH DARFON KB.INT00.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE CANADIAN FRENCH DARFON KB.INT00.248 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE DARFON KB.INT00.249 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE BELGIUM DARFON KB.INT00.250 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 84KS WHITE ARABIC/ENGLISH DARFON KB.INT00.251 LCD MODULE 12.1" WXGAG GLARE W/ANTENNA AND CAMERA 6M.ANK01.003 LCD 12.1'' WXGA AUO GLARE B121EW03-V4 LF 185NIT 25MS LK.12105.008 LCD 12.1" WXGA AUO GLARE B121EW03-V7 LF 220NIT 16MS LK.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 INFINEON HYS64T128021EDL-3S LF KN.1GB02.036 SODIMM 2GB DDRII667 SAMSUNG M470T5663CZ3-CE6 LF KN.2GB0B.002 SODIMM 2GB DDRII667 HYNIX HYMP125S64CP8-Y5 LF KN.2GB0G.004 NAME PLATE AS2920 40.ANK01.001 Miscellaneous RUBBER FOOT BACK-RIGHT 47.ANK01.004 RUBBER FOOT FRONT-RIGHT 47.ANK01.002 RUBBER FOOT BACK-LEFT 47.ANK01.003 RUBBER FOOT FRONT-LEFT 47.ANK01.001 LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.ANK01.
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Series Model RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 1ANW XMi AAP India LX.AV 30C.0 02 AS5051AN WXMi LINPUSIL1 UMAC 1*512/80/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N80G B5.4K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 1ANW XMi AAP Indonesia LX.AV 30C.0 03 AS5051AN WXMi LINPUSIN1 UMAC 1*512/80/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.
Model 131 RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 1AWX Mi PA USA/ Canada Canadian French LX.AV 30J.00 1 AS5051AW XMi MCECF UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 1AWX Mi PA USA/ Canada Canadian French LX.AV 30J.00 2 AS5051AW XMi MCEUS UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.
Model RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 1AWX Mi AAP Thailand LX.AV 305.00 4 AS5051AW XMi XPHTH2 UMAC 1*512/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 1AWX Mi AAP Vietnam LX.AV 305.00 5 AS5051AW XMi XPHVN1 UMAC 1*512/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N120 GB5.
Model 133 RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 1AWX Mi TWN GCTWN LX.AV 305.01 2 AS5051AW XMi XPHTC1 UMAC 1*512/120/ BT/6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 N AS505 1AWX Mi TWN GCTWN LX.AV 305.01 4 AS5051AW XMi XPHTC1 UMAC 1*512/60/ BT/6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N60G B5.
Model RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 1AWX Mi AAP Thailand LX.AV 30J.01 7 AS5051AW XMi MCETH1 UMAC 1*1G/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO1G BII6 N N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 1AWX Mi AAP Vietnam LX.AV 30J.01 8 AS5051AW XMi MCEVN1 UMAC 1*1G/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO1G BII6 N N120 GB5.
Model 135 RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 2WXM i AAP Thailand LX.AV 30J.00 9 AS5052WX Mi MCETH1 UMAC 1*1G/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATTL5 0 N14.1 WXGA G SO1G BII6 N N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 2WXM i AAP Vietnam LX.AV 30J.01 0 AS5052WX Mi MCEVN1 UMAC 1*1G/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATTL5 0 N14.1 WXGA G SO1G BII6 N N120 GB5.
Model RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 1ANW XMi AAP Philippines LX.AV 30C.0 11 AS5051AN WXMi LINPUSPH 1 UMAC 1*512/60/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N60G B5.4K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 1ANW XMi AAP Malaysia LX.AV 30C.0 12 AS5051AN WXMi LINPUSMA 2 UMAC 1*512/60/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N60G B5.
137 Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi MCECS5 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 30J.02 4 AS5051AW XMi MCEDK6 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K France LX.AV 30J.02 5 AS5051AW XMi MCEFRF UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 EMEA Germany LX.AV 30J.
Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi MCESI1 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 30J.03 8 AS5051AW XMi MCEPT6 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K Sweden/ Finland LX.AV 30J.02 9 AS5051AW XMi MCESV5 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 EMEA Turkey LX.AV 30J.
139 Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi MCEWFR1 1W UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 305.01 9 AS5051AW XMi XPHBE1 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K Middle East LX.AV 305.03 8 AS5051AW XMi XPHAR1 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 EMEA Eastern Europe LX.AV 305.
Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi XPHNL1 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 305.02 1 AS5051AW XMi XPHFRA UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K Eastern Europe LX.AV 305.02 8 AS5051AW XMi XPHHU6 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 EMEA Spain LX.AV 305.
141 Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi XPHSA1 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 305.02 4 AS5051AW XMi XPHNO1 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 N100 GB5.4 K Russia LX.AV 305.02 5 AS5051AW XMi XPHRU2 UMAC 2*512/100/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 SO512 MBII6 EMEA Sweden/ Finland LX.AV 305.
Model RO Country Acer Part no Descriptio n CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone AS505 2WXM i PA USA/ Canada Canadian French LX.AV 30J.02 1 AS5052WX Mi MCEUS UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATTL5 0 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ ATH54 13BG N N AS505 2WXM i PA ACLASpanish LX.AV 30J.02 2 AS5052WX Mi MCEES1 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN ATTL5 0 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.
143 Acer Part no Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 BT VoIP PCMC IA N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 BT VoIP PCMC IA N N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG N N SO512 MBII6 N N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 BT VoIP PCMC IA N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 N N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 BT VoIP PCMC IA ATTL5 0 N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 N N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.
Acer Part no Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 N N60G B5.4K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG N N N N60G B5.4K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG N N SO512 MBII5 N N60G B5.4K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 N N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 N N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.0 BT VoIP PCMC IA ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII6 N N100 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ABT_ BRM4 318BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.
145 Acer Part no DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) N14.1 WXGA G SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K AS5051AW XMi MCEESJ UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 LX.AV 30J.06 4 AS5051AW XMi MCEDEA UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 Germany LX.AV 30J.06 5 AS5051AW XMi MCEDEB UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA EMEA Middle East LX.AV 30J.
Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi MCENL6 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 30J.07 1 AS5051AW XMi MCEIT7 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K Denmark LX.AV 30J.07 4 AS5051AW XMi MCEDK6 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 EMEA France LX.AV 30J.
147 Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi MCEPL7 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 30J.06 7 AS5051AW XMi MCESV5 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K UK LX.AV 30J.08 1 AS5051AW XMi MCEUUK1 1U UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 EMEA UK LX.AV 30J.
Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi XPHDE7 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 305.06 1 AS5051AW XMi XPHAR1 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K Denmark LX.AV 305.04 7 AS5051AW XMi XPHDK1 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 305.
149 Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi XPHEL1 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 305.06 9 AS5051AW XMi XPHIS1 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K France LX.AV 305.04 8 AS5051AW XMi XPHFRA UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 EMEA Italy LX.AV 305.
Acer Part no CPU LCD DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) AS5051AW XMi XPHRU2 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K NSM8 X LX.AV 305.05 0 AS5051AW XMi XPHSV1 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 N120 GB5.4 K Slovenia/ Croatia LX.AV 305.06 3 AS5051AW XMi XPHSLO2 UMAC 2*512/120/ 6L/ 5R_bg_0.3 C_AN ATMK 36 N14.1 WXGA SO512 MBII5 SO512 MBII5 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 305.
Model AS505 2NWX Mi 151 RO AAP Country India Acer Part no LX.AV 30C.0 26 Descriptio n AS5052N WXMi LINPUSIL1 UMAC 1*512/80/ BT/6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN CPU LCD ATTL5 0 N14.1 WXGA G DIMM 1 DIMM 2 HDD 1 (GB) ODD SO512 MBII5 N N80G B5.4K NSM8 X Wirele ss LAN Blueto oth VOIP Phone ABT_ ATH54 13BG FOX_ BRM_ 2.
Appendix A 152
Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test Item Specification CRT Port Test CRT Monitor Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19” LCD Monitor Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b, Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500 Projector Dell 3300MP USB Port Test USB Keyboard/Mouse Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Dell USB Keyboard Logicool USB Mouse (OWCM-USB) Logitech USB Wheel Mouse Logitech First Wheel Mouse Dell Dell by Logitech Dell Internet Navigator Keyboard Del
Item Specification PCMCIA Test LAN/Modem Card TDK CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32-Bit CBE-10/100BTX Storage Card Hitachi Microdrive 4G 1394 Card Buffalo 1394 Interface Cardbus (IFC-ILCB/DV) USB2.0 Card IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10/100 Wireless Lan Card (Not recommended for wireless ready model) Cisco Wireless LAN Card 802.11a NETGEAR Wireless LAN card 802.
156 Appendix B
Appendix C Online Support Information This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan.
158 Appendix C
Index hotkeys 14 A AFLASH Utility Antennas Audio E 50 93 Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 34 Euro 15 External CD-ROM Drive Check B 102 98 External Module Disassembly Battery Pack BIOS 56 package 29 password control ROM size 29 ROM type 29 vendor 29 Version 29 F 29 BIOS Supports protocol Features 50 fpc cable 90 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 29 H 39–50 Navigating 40 Onboard Device Configuration Security 43, 44 System Security 49 Hard disk 45 31 Hard Disk Drive Module HDD 8
LCD Brackets Block Diagram 92 System Check Procedures LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 86 98 System Memory 30 LCD with the Brackets lower cover 4 88 System Utilities 57 39 T M Test Compatible Components Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Top 117 65 Touch Pad Board 80 Mainboard 153 78 touchpad media access hotkey 9 Memory Check 99 Model Definition 130 Modem Board 83 on indicator 14 101 Troubleshooting 97 Touchpad Check U Undetermined Problems 116 N utility Notebook Manager BIOS
