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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Removing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Removing the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Removing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Removing the RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Post Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Sec: . . . .
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Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: NOTE: Items denoted with an (*) are only available for selected models.
• 3.30 kg (7.29 lbs.) with one HDD and 6-cell battery pack Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • WLAN: • • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* LAN: Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • ACPI 3.0 • 48.
System Block Diagram Chapter 1 3
Your Acer Notebook tour Front View No. 4 Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye webcam Web camera for video communication (for selected models). 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 3 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Power button Turns the computer on and off. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
No. Icon Item Description 7 Click buttons (left and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 9 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. Closed Front View No. 1 2 Icon Item Description Power Indicates the computer's power status.
Rear View No. 1 Item Ventilation slots Description Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Left View No. 6 Icon Item Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector). 4 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera).
Right View No. Item 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. Note: Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off.
No. Icon Item Description 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk baySecondary Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) (for certain models only). 5 Hard disk bayMain Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 7 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the fan opening.
TouchPad Basics The following items show you how to use the TouchPad: • Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor. • Press the left (2) and right (3) buttons located beneath the TouchPad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the TouchPad is the same as clicking the left button. Function Left Button (2) Right Button (3) Main TouchPad (1) Execute Quickly click twice.
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 screen 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 12 Icon Function Description + + Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. + + Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU • Intel® Pentium® mobile processor* • Intel® Celeron® mobile processor* Type Intel Mobile Memron uPGA Core Logic Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset CPU Package Micro uPGA-478 Package Power 65 Watts On-die Cache 4MB L2 cache Front Side Bus 667/800/1066MHz Processor Specifications CPU Speed Item Cores Bus Speed Mfg Tech Cache Size Package Core Voltage Acer P/N T1600 1.
Southbridge Item Specification Chipset ICH9-M Package BGA-676 BIOS Item Specification BIOS vendor Insyde BIOS BIOS Version V0.06-T02 BIOS ROM type Flash Features • Flash ROM 1MB • Supports ISIPP • Supports Acer UI • Supports multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Supports SMBUS 2.0, PCI2.3 • ACPI 2.
Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 0MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 512MB 2048MB 2560MB 1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 0MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 2560MB 2048MB 1024MB 3072MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations.
Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & Model Name Seagate ST9500325AS ST9250315AS Seagate ST9320320AS ST9160310AS Toshiba MK3255GSX MK2555GSX MK1655GSX Western Digital WD5000BEVT WD3200BEVT WD2500BEVT WD1600BEVT Capacity (MB) 500, 250 320, 160 320, 250, 160 500, 320, 250, 160 Bytes per sector 512 512 512 512 Data heads 4, 2 4, 2 4, 2, 2 4, 4, 3, 2 Disks 2, 1 2 or 1, 1 2, 1, 1 2, 2, 2, 1 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 5400 5400 5400 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB Drive Format Per
Super-Multi Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name HLDS GT20N Sony AD7580S Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/ sec) Sustained: 3,600 KB/s (24x) max. Sustained: 11.08 Mbytes/s (8x) max. Sustained: 1,571 (typical) Sustained: 10,993 (typical) Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA Applicable disc formats DVD-ROM: 4.7GB (Single Layer) 8.5GB (Dual Layer) DVD-R: 3.95GB (Ver. 1.0: read only) 4.7GB (Ver. 2.
Power and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller ENE KB926 Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See “Hot Keys” on page 12. Battery Specification Item 18 6 Cell Vendor & model name SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SAMSUNG/SIMPLO AS2009A Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 4400 mAh Normal Voltage 2.
LCD 17” Item Specification Vendor/model name CMO N173O6-L02 Screen Diagonal (mm) 439.4 Display Area (mm) 382.08 x 214.92 Display resolution (pixels) 1600 x 900 Pixel Pitch 0.2388 Display Mode Normal Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) (also called Brightness) 220 Contrast Ratio 600:1 Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec 8 Typical Power Consumption (watt) 7 Weight 580 max. Physical Size (mm) 398.1 x 232.8 x 5.
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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.
HM70-MV Intel BIOS Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. Information Main InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Advanced CPU Type CPU Speed Intel(R) Pentium(R) Dual 2.16GHz HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Number: HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Name: ATAPI Model Name: WDC WD5000BEVT-22ZAT0 WD-WXNY08SP8652 None System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: V0.
Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Information Main InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Boot Power Exit Advanced Rev. 3.
Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options. IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjusting these items, we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values. If making settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction or prevents the system from booting, open BIOS and choose Load Optimal Defaults in the Exit menu to boot up normally.
Parameter Description Submenu Items Video Configuration Enter the Video Configuration menu. • • • • • • • • • • Render Standby IGD—Device2, Function1 IGD—Pre-allocat Memory IGD—DVMT Size Clock Chip Initialize Enabled CK SSC IGD—Boot Type IGD—LCD Panel Type IGD—TV IGD—PAVP Mode USB Configuration Enter the USB Configuration menu. • • • • • USB Legacy EHCI 1, 2 UHCI 1 ~ 5 Per-Port Control USB Port 0~7 Chipset Configuration Enter the Chipset Configuration menu.
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main Advanced InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.
Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2. [ [ ] ] Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceed 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New Password” field.
Changing a Password 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password [ [ [ ] ] ] 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Press Enter.
Power The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options. IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjusting these items, we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values. If making settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction or prevents the system from booting, open BIOS and choose Load Optimal Defaults in the Exit menu to boot up normally.
Parameter 30 Description Submenu Items Break Event Enter the Break Event menu. • • • • • • Storage Break Event PCIE Break Event PCI Break Event EHCI Break Event UHCI Break Event HDA Break Event ACPI S3 Enable or Disable ACPI S1/S3 Sleep State. N/A Wake on PME Disable or Enable wake up when the system power is off and a PCI Power Management Enable wake up event occurs.
Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay. Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. Information Main Advanced InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. 2. 3. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main Advanced InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 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 Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • 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.
DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: 1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. 2. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Information Main Advanced InsydeH20 Setup Utility Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. 2. 3. 3. 4. 5. 6. F1 Help ESC Exit 3.
4. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. 5. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays.
WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: 36 1. Double-click the WinFlash executable. 2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays.
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provides you with details about removing HDD/BIOS password: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: 1. After the error is displayed, select the Enter Unlock Password option on the screen. 2. An Encode key is generated for unlocking utilities. Note down this key. 3. Execute the UnlockHD.
Removing BIOS Passwords: To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the RAM door and use a metal instrument to short the J1 jumper. Cleaning BIOS Passwords To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, perform the following steps: 1. From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.exe 2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen. The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not.
Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot Sequence Selector, perform the following steps: 1. Enter into DOS. 2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. 3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence. For example, enter BS2 to change the boot sequence to HDD | CD ROM | LAN | Floppy.
Using DMITools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM to be used in the DMI pool for hardware management. When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking that the table correlates with the hardware before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.). To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps: 1. Boot into DOS. 2. Execute dmitools.
Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility You can use the MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM under DOS mode. 1. 2. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents as below: WriteData = ‘001122334455' MAC value StartAddr=7A MAC address WriteLeng=6 MAC value length KeepByte=0 don’t care In DOS mode, run the MAC.BAT file to write MAC values to eeprom.
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Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.
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. Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory conditions.
External Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you must first remove the switch board.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2).
Removing the SD Dummy Card 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot.
Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the three screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers. HDD Cover Memory Cover Step Lower Covers Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 3 3. Remove the HDD cover as shown. 4. Carefully open the Memory Cover.
Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis.
5. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step ODD Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 6. Remove the ODD bezel by rotating the top edge downward and pulling it clear of the module.
Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present.
Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal (upper) and White to the AUX terminal (lower).
4. Move the antenna away and remove the two screws to release the WLAN Board. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 5. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
4. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step HDD Carrier Size M3*3 Quantity Screw Type 4 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Switch Cover Remove Keyboard Remove LCD Module Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Power Board Remove Left Speaker Module Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module Remove TouchPad Bracket Remove Mainboard Remove RTC Battery Remove Thermal Module Remove CPU Fan Remove CPU Screw List Step 56 Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Module M2.5*8 2 86.N2802.003 LCD Module M2.5*8 4 86.
Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. The use of plastic tools or fingers is recommended to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Turn the computer over. Press down the / and * keys on the right side of the Keyboard to expose the cutout. Insert a suitable plastic tool (or finger) and pry the Switch Cover upward, away from the Upper Cover. 3.
Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 57. 2. Pry up the centre of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the Upper Cover. 3. Turn the keyboard over on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the mainboard. 5. Lift the keyboard clear of the Upper Cover.
Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 58. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the two securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips.
4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel. 6. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well.
7. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to the Upper Cover. 8. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 9. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to expose the Hinge Covers. 10. Press the left side Hinge Cover inward, as shown, and lift to remove the cover from the chassis. 11. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover.
12. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 4 13. Remove the left and right screw covers from on top of the hinges 14. Lift the LCD Module clear of the Upper Cover.
Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 59. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 11 3. Turn the computer over. Remove the three screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown.
4. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard.
5. Disconnect A as shown. 6. Disconnect C as shown. 7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FFC cable as shown. 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FFC cable as shown. NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFCs whenever available to prevent damage.
9. Remove the nine screws on the top panel. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity Screw Type 9 10. Starting at the rear left side of the cover, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. Work along the back edge of the casing to the right as shown, then lift the Upper Cover clear of the Lower Cover.
Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Remove the two screws securing the Power Board to the Upper Cover. Step Power Board Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 4. Lift the Power Board clear of the Upper Cover as shown.
Removing the Left Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Remove the adhesive tape from the Speaker cable. 4. Remove the Speaker cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips.
5. Remove the single securing screw from the Left Speaker Module. Step Left Speaker Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, left side first as shown.
Removing the Right Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Turn the Upper Cover over and remove the Right Speaker Module cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 4. Turn the Upper Cover over and pass the cable through the cover as shown.
5. Remove the single securing screw from the Right Speaker Module. Step Right Speaker Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, right side first as shown.
Removing the TouchPad Bracket IMPORTANT: The TouchPad Board cannot be removed individually. To replace the TouchPad Board, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the Upper Cover. 3. Release the FFC locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the cover.
4. Remove the two screws from TouchPad bracket. Step TouchPad Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 5. Lift the rear edge of the TouchPad bracket first to clear the securing clips and remove it as shown.
Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Remove the single securing screw from the Mainboard. Step Mainboard Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Lift the mainboard from the chassis, right edge first, and place it on a clean, dust-free surface.
Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT:Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the connections shown.
Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Turn the Mainboard over to access the Thermal Module. 3. Remove the four securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to screw 1) from the Thermal Module.
4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
Removing the CPU Fan 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 76. 2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard as shown. 3. Remove the three securing screws from the Fan Module.
4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown.
Removing the CPU IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed. 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 76. 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown.
LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Brackets Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove Antennas Screw List Step Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Bezel M2.5*6 4 86.N2802.002 LCD Panel M2.5*6 2 86.N2802.002 LCD Brackets M2*3 6 86.N2802.
Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 59. 2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw caps and screws. Step LCD Bezel 3. 82 Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 4 Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Work along the right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Continue along the top edge and down the left side to remove the bezel.
Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 82. 2. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3. Remove the Camera from the module.
Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 83. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Panel. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. 4. Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Module as shown.
5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 84. 2. Remove the six securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 6 3. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel.
4. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel. 5. Lift the cable as shown to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 6. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the remaining adhesive and remove the cable from the panel.
Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 84. 2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 3. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 4. Remove the adhesive tape securing the left Antenna to the LCD Module.
5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the cover. 6. Remove the adhesive strips holding the right antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 7. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips.
8. Remove the adhesive tape securing the right Antenna to the LCD Module. 9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the cover.
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas 1. Replace the right Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. Locating Pin Locating Pin 2. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna in place. 3. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module using all available clips and adhesive. 4. Run the cable along the cable channel as shown, using all available cable clips.
5. Replace the left Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. Locating Pin 6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna in place. Locating Pin 7. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module using all available clips and adhesive. 8. Run the cable along the cable channel as shown, using all available cable clips and adhesive.
9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when correctly installed.
Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Connect the LCD cable to the panel connector as shown. 2. Press down the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place. 3. Run the cable along the back of the panel and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. 4. Run the cable across the back of the panel as shown and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the green callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced in the LCD Module.
5. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Replace the six screws (three on each side) in the brackets as shown. 6. Place the LCD Panel in the LCD Module, top edge first, and secure the LCD cable with adhesive tape. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD power cable passes through the hinge well and is not trapped under the panel.
7. Replace the Camera cable cluster in the LCD Module. 8. Secure the LCD module with the two securing screws. Replacing the Camera Module 1. Place the camera in the LCD Module. 96 2. Connect the cable to the camera module.
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Replace the bezel and press down until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel.
2. Replace the four screws and screw caps provided.
Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. Socket Pin1 Locator CPU Pin1 Locator 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° clockwise to secure the CPU in place.
Replacing the CPU Fan 1. Align the screw holes on the CPU Fan and Mainboard and replace the Fan. 2. Replace the three screws to secure the Fan to the Mainboard. 3. Connect the Fan power cable to the Mainboard connector. Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORTANT: Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module.
3. Align the screw holes on the Thermal Module and Mainboard then replace the module. Keep the module as level as possible to spread the thermal grease evenly. 4. Replace the four securing screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secure the Thermal Module in place. 4 2 1 3 Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up (the CPU is not visible). Place the Mainboard in the chassis, left edge first (1), then rotate it downward into position (2).
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the TouchPad bracket top edge first to engage the securing clips. 2. Press the bracket down to engage the securing clips. 3. Replace the two screws to secure the TouchPad Bracket to the Upper Cover. 4. Replace the TouchPad FFC and close the locking latch on the connector.
5. Replace the FFC and press down as indicated to secure it to the Upper Cover.
Replacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Place the module left side first on the Upper Cover 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module in as shown. Ensure that the left side of the module is place. seated correctly in the securing clip. 3. Pass the cable through the Upper Cover as shown. 4. Turn the Upper Cover over and run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 5. The cable runs as shown when correctly installed.
Replacing the Left Speaker Module 1. Place the module right side first on the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the right side of the module is seated correctly in the securing clip. 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module in place. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 4. Secure the cable in place with adhesive tape. Chapter 3 5. The cable runs as shown when correctly installed.
Replacing the Power Board 1. Slide the Power Board in to the Upper Cover front edge first to engage the securing clip. 2. Press the board down to locate the securing pin. 3. Replace the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover. Replacing the Upper Cover 1. 106 Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover as shown.
2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place. 3. Replace the nine screws in the Upper Cover as shown.
4. Replace the three screw caps as shown. 5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard.
6. Connect A as shown. 7. Connect C as shown. 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place.
10. Turn the computer over and replace the eleven screws as shown. Replacing the LCD Module 1. Align the screw holes on the LCD Module and Upper Cover and replace the LCD Module. 2. The left and right screw covers are shaped differently. Ensure that the correct cover is used. Left Screw Cover Right Screw Cover 3. Replace the left screw cover as shown. Ensure that the securing tab on the rear of the cover is seated correctly in the Upper Cover.
4. Replace the right screw cover as shown. Ensure that the securing tab on the rear of the cover is seated correctly in the Upper Cover. 5. Replace the four screws securing the LCD Module to the Upper Cover. 6. Ensure that the Hinge Covers are replaced 7. Align the left Hinge Cover as shown and press correctly. Identify the rear edge of the covers by the down to replace the cover. two securing clips. Rear Securing Clips 8. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover.
9. Run the black Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 10. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place. 11. Run the white Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 12. Run the LCD cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 112 13. Connect the LCD cable to the Mainboard as shown.
14. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pass the Antenna cables through the chassis. 15. The Upper Cover appears as shown when the Antenna and LCD cables are correctly installed. 16. Turn the computer over. Run the Antenna cables along the cable channel as shown, using all available cable clips.
17. Replace the two screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover.
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 2. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first 3. Press down as indicated to secure the Keyboard in into the chassis. place. NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated.
Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the Upper Cover. 2. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 116 2. Replace the four screws (two each side) to secure the carrier.
3. Insert the HDD, as indicated and lower it into place. Chapter 3 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to connect the interface.
Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the module. 3. Connect the two Antenna cables to the module. NOTE: The black cable connects to the upper terminal (MAIN) and the white cable to the lower terminal (MAIN). 4. After connecting the cables to the terminals, secure the cables in place with adhesive tape to avoid trapping. Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place.
Replacing the ODD Module 1. Press the bezel into the tray, bottom edge first, to secure it to the ODD Module. 2. Secure the ODD bracket with the two screws. 3. Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is flush with the casing. 4. Replace the single screw to secure the Module. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Memory Cover as shown. 2. Replace the HDD Cover as shown.
3. Replace the three screws to secure the covers in place. Memory Cover HDD Cover Replacing the SD Dummy Card 1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot as shown. 120 2. Push until the card clicks into place and is flush with the casing.
Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place.
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Common Problems 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.
Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Computer Shutsdown Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 124 1. Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. Remove any extension cables between the computer and the outlet. 3.
No Display Issue If the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn’t display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Make sure that the internal display is selected. On this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external display is done by pressing Fn+F5. Reference Product pages for specific model procedures. 2.
Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer. 2. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 44. 3. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 44. 4.
LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
TouchPad Failure If the TouchPad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer. 2. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. Check the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is listed under Other Devices. 3.
HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Disconnect all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. 3. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. b. When prompted, press any key to start to the operating system DVD. c.
ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
a. Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable. b. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. If the device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable. c. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device has an exclamation mark, right-click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver. d.
b. Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right-click ATA Device 0. c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK. d. Repeat for the other ATA Devices shown if applicable. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. 2.
Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternative mouse. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. See the mouse user manual. 3. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Try an alternative program to verify mouse operation. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5. Restart the computer. 6.
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.
Post Codes These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Sec: NO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatform\sec\Ia32\SecCore.inc) Code Description 0xC2 MTRR setup 0xC3 Enable cache 0xC4 Establish cache tags 0xC5 Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0. 0xCF Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.
Code Description 0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers 0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows 0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows 0x30 Perform steps required after memory init 0x31 Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers 0x32 Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable 0x33 Enable RCOMP 0x34 Clear DRAM initialization bit in the SB 0x35 Initialization Sequence Completed, program graphic clocks 0xAF Disable access to the XMM registe
Code Description 0xF8 Report that ExitBootServices () has been called 0xF9 Runtime driver set virtual address map Chapter 4 139
Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0x00 0x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG 0x02 PEI_OEM_SERVICE 0x03 PEI_SIO_INIT 0x04 PEI_MONO_STATUS_CODE 0x05 PEI_CPU_IO_PCI_CFG 0x06 PEI_CPU_IO 0x07 PEI_PCI_CFG 0x08 PEI_CPU_PEIM 0x09 PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE1 0x0A PEI_VARIABLE 0x0B PEI_SB_INIT 0x0C PEI_CAPSULE 0x0D PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE2 0x0E PEI_SB_SMBUS_ARP_DISABLED 0x0F PEI_HOST_TO_SYSTEM 0x10 PEI_MEMORY_INIT 0x11 PEI_S3_RESUME 0x12 PEI_CLOCK_GEN 0x13 PEI_OP_PRESENCE 0x14 PEI_TPM_TC
Code Description 0x3B MONOTONIC_COUNTER 0x3C WATCH_DOG_TIMER 0x3D SECURITY_STUB 0x3E DXE_CPU_IO 0x3F CF9_RESET 0x40 PC_RTC 0x41 STATUS_CODE 0x42 VARIABLE 0x43 EMU_VARIABLE 0x44 DXE_CHIPSET_INIT 0x45 DXE_ALERT_FORMAT 0x46 PCI_HOST_BRIDGE 0x47 PCI_EXPRESS 0x48 DXE_SB_INIT 0x49 IDE_CONTROLLER 0x4A SATA_CONTROLLER 0x4B SB_SM_BUS 0x4C ISA_ACPI_DRIVER 0x4D ISA_BUS 0x4E ISA_SERIAL 0x4F IDE_BUS 0x50 PCI_BUS 0x51 BOOT_PRIORITY 0x52 FVB_SERVICE 0x53 ACPI_PLATFORM 0x
Code 142 Description 0x66 BIOS_KEYBOARD 0x67 BIOS_VEDIO 0x68 MONITER_KEY 0x69 LEGACY_BIOS 0x6A LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM 0x6B PCI_PLATFORM 0x6C ISA_FLOOPY 0x6D PS2_MOUSE 0x6E USB_BOT 0x6F USB_CBI0 0x70 USB_CBI1 0x71 USB_KB 0x72 USB_MASS_STORAGE 0x73 BUS_PCI_UHCI 0x74 USB_MOUSE 0x75 USB_BUS 0x76 SETUP_UTILITY 0x77 FW_BLOCK_SERVICE 0x78 USB_LEGACY_PLATFORM 0x79 GRAPHICS_CONSOLE 0x7A TERMINAL 0x7B DATA_HUB_STD_ERR 0x7C FAT 0x7D PARTITION 0x7E ENGLISH 0x7F FRENCH
Code Description 0x91 DXE_0x91 PXE_BC 0x92 PXE_DHCP4 0x93 EBC 0x94~0x9F RESERVED 0xA0 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO 0xA1 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO 0xA2 DXE_TPM_TCG 0xA3 DXE_TPM_PHYSICAL_PRESENCE 0xA4 DXE_OEM_SERVICE 0xA5 DXE_EVENT_LOG 0xA6 DXE_ SECURITY_HDD_PASSWORD_SERVICE 0xA7 DXE_LAN_ASF_INIT 0xA8 DXE_BUS_PCI_SERIAL 0xA9 DXE_LAN_IDER_CONTROLLER 0xAA DXE_LAN_AMT 0xAB DXE_ SECURITY_SYSTEM_PASSWORD_SERVICE 0xAC DXE_ SECURITY_ PASSWORD_CONSOLE 0xAD DXE_ DATA_HUB_RECORD_POLICY 0xAE DXE_TPM_DR
Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0xC0 SMM_ACCESS 0xC2 SMM_CONTROL 0xC1 SMM_BASE 0xC3 SMMAP 0xC4 SMMCORE 0xC5 SMM_DISPATCH 0xC6 SMM_START 0xC7 SMM_RUNTIME 0xC8 SB_SMM_DISPATCH 0xC9 SMM_THUNK 0xCA SMM_ACPI_SW_CHILD 0xCB SMM_SB_S3_SAVE 0xCC SMM_PLATFORM 0xCD SMM_GMCH_MBI 0xCE SMM_FW_BLOCK_SERVICE 0xCF SMM_VARIABLE 0xD0 SMM_IHISI 0xD1 SMM_INT15_MICROCODE 0xD2 SMM_PNP 0xD3 SMM_USB_LEGACY 0xD4 SMM_INT13_HDD 0xD5 SMM_INIT_PPM 0xD6 SMM_OHCI13
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item Chapter 5 Description JLVDS1 LCD Connector JP14 Power/B Connector JSPK1 Speaker(Left) Connector JSPK2 Speaker(Right) Connector JKB2 Internal Keyboard Connector JTP1 Touch Pad Connector U11 South Bridge SW4 Touch pad (Left) Button SW3 Touch pad (Right) Button 145
Bottom View 146 ITEM DESCRIPTION PJP1 AC-IN Connector JRJ45 RJ45 Connector JCRT1 CRT Connector JP12 Fan Connector JUSB1 USB Connector JUSB2 USB Connector JMIC1 MIC-In Jack JHP1 Head-Phone Jack JSATA2 HDD Connector U23 North Bridge JCPU1 CPU Socket JREAD1 Card Reader Socket PJP3 Battery Board Connector JDIMM2 Memory DIMM2 Connector JDIMM1 Memory DIMM1 Connector PJP2 ODD Board Connector JMINI2 Wireless Card Connector Chapter 5
Power Board ITEM DESCRIPTION SW1 TP Lock Button SW2 ON/OFF Button SW3 Wireless Button LED1 ON/OFF LED LED3 Media LED LED4 Num LED LED5 Wireless LED LED6 Caps LED LED7 TP Lock LED LS-4852P ODD Board Chapter 5 ITEM DESCRIPTION JP1 M/B Connector JP2 HDD Connector JP3 ODD Board Connector 147
LS-4853P Battery Board ITEM DESCRIPTION PIP1 M/B Connector PIP2 Battery Connector LS-4854P Lid Board 148 ITEM DESCRIPTION U1 Lid Switch Chapter 5
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provides you with the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for eMachine HM70-MV. The machine provides 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 7715Z/7315. 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 7715Z/7315 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 No.
Base Assembly 1 2 3 4 5 No.
Rear Assembly 3 4 1 2 5 No.
Aspire 7715Z/7315 FRU List CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN ADAPTER Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP65JH DB A, LV5 LED LF AP.06501.026 Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA1650-22AC LV5 LED LF AP.06503.024 Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow HPA0652R3B 1LF, LV5 LED LF AP.0650A.012 Battery SANYO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) BT.00603.076 Battery SONY AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(G6F) BT.00604.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN CABLE TP FFC 50.N3702.001 POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001 POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002 POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.003 POWER CORD UK 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.004 POWER CORD CHINA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.005 POWER CORD SWISS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.006 POWER CORD ITALIAN 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.007 POWER CORD DENMARK 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.008 POWER CORD JP 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.009 POWER CORD SOUTH AFRICA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.010 POWER CORD KOERA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.011 POWER CORD ISRAEL 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN RAM DOOR ASSY 42.N3702.002 HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N3702.003 2ND HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N3702.004 MINI CARD BRK 33.PGY02.001 33.N6602.001 CPU Intel CeleronM T1600 1.66G 1M 667 Dual Core, MV KC.16001.CMT CPU Intel CeleronM T1700 PGA 1.83G 1M 667 Dual Core, MV KC.17001.CMT CPU Intel Pentium Dual-Core T3400 PGA 2.16G 1M 667 MV KC.34001.DTP CPU Intel Pentium Dual-Core T4200 PGA 2.0G 1M 800 35W R-0 no VT KC.42001.DTP CPU Intel Celeron 575 PGA 2.0G 1M 667 MV KC.N0001.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB MK3255GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG011J KH.32004.002 HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F KH.32007.007 HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT22ZCT0 ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 KH.32008.013 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB ST9500325AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 KH.50001.011 HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB WD5000BEVT22ZAT0 ML250 SATA LF F/W:01.01A01 KH.50008.013 HDD HGST 2.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN KEYBOARD Chapter 6 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Greek KB.I1700.423 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Arabic KB.I1700.414 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Russian KB.I1700.430 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Thailand KB.I1700.435 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black UK KB.I1700.437 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black German KB.I1700.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black US International KB.I1700.438 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Chinese KB.I1700.418 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black US International w/ Hebrew KB.I1700.439 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black FR/Arabic KB.I1700.420 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black US w/ Canadian French KB.I1700.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN ANTENNA AUX 50.N3702.004 LCD BEZEL FOR W/CCD FUNCTION - ASPIRE 60.PL602.004 LCD BEZEL FOR W/O CCD FUNCTION - ASPIRE 60.PL502.001 LED CABLE FOR W/CCD F 60.N3702.006 LCD BRACKET R&L FOR LED F 33.N3702.004 CAMERA 0.3 57.N2802.001 MB ASSY-GM45(B3)-INTEL MB.N5302.001 MB ASSY-GM45(A1)-INTEL TBD MB ASSY-GL40-(B3)-INTEL TBD Mainboard AS7715Z Intel GL40 ICH9M V1.0 LF MB.PL402.001 Mainboard G525 Intel GL40 ICH9M V1.0 LF DDR3 MB.N8302.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB EBE21UE8ACUA-6E-E LF 128*8 0.07um KN.2GB09.001 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M470T5663EH3-CE6 LF 128*8 0.055um KN.2GB0B.011 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125S64CP8-Y5 LF KN.2GB0G.004 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HMP125S6EFR8C-Y5 LF 128*8 0.055um KN.2GB0G.012 THERMAL MODULE-INTEL 60.N3702.007 FAN 23.N3702.001 SPEAKER R 23.N3702.002 SPEAKER L 23.N3702.003 NAME PLATE-AS7715 40.PL502.
Screw List CATEGORY DESCRIPTION Acer PN SCREW Chapter 6 SCREW M2.48D 4.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.001 SCREW M2.48D 6.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.002 SCREW M2.45D 8.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.003 SCREW M1.98D 3.0L K 4.6D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.004 SCREW M M 2D 5L K 4.6D NI NL+ 86.N3702.005 SCREW M M 3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI+ 86.N3702.006 SCREW ASSY CPU THERMAL 86.N3702.
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Appendix A 164
Aspire 7315 Model Acer Part No RO Country AS7315903G50Mi S2.PL602.001 WW WW AS7315-903G50Mi W7HP64AWW1 UMACks 2G+1G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_ES62 AS7315313G25Mn LX.PNL02.001 EMEA UK AS7315-313G25Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7315902G25Mn S2.PNL02.001 WW WW AS7315-902G25Mn W7HP64AWW1 MC UMACks_3 1*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES62 AS7315302G25Mn S2.PL80C.001 WW WW AS7315-302G25Mn LINPUSAWW1 UMAks 1*2G/ 250/6L2.
Model Acer Part No Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth VOIP Phone AS7315302G25Mn S2.PL80C.001 N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7315902G25Mn S2.PNM0C.
Aspire 7715Z Model Acer Part No RO Country Description AS7715Z433G25Mi S2.PL40C.001 WW WW AS7715Z-433G25Mi LINPUSAWW1 UMACks 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bg_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.016 EMEA UK AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7715Z444G32Mn LX.PNJ02.045 EMEA UK AS7715Z-444G32Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC UMACks_3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7715Z444G32Mn LX.PNJ02.
Model Acer Part No RO Country AS7715Z442G32Mn LX.PNJ02.058 EMEA Switzerland AS7715Z-442G32Mn W7HP64ATCH1 MC UMACks_3 1*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_IT41 AS7715Z434G50Mn LX.PNJ02.050 EMEA Norway AS7715Z-434G50Mn W7HP64ATNO3 MC UMACks_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENS1 AS7715Z434G32Mn LX.PNJ02.049 EMEA Norway AS7715Z-434G32Mn W7HP64ATNO3 MC UMACks_3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENS1 AS7715Z444G64Mn LX.PNJ02.
Model Acer Part No RO Country AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.037 EMEA Middle East AS7715Z-443G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATME2 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.036 EMEA South Africa AS7715Z-443G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATZA2 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.035 EMEA Turkey AS7715Z-443G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATTR1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_TR31 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.
Model Acer Part No RO AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.023 EMEA Luxembourg AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATLU3 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_IT41 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.022 EMEA Holland AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATNL1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_NL11 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.021 EMEA Belgium AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATBE1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_NL11 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.
Model Acer Part No RO AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.005 EMEA Serbia/ Macedonia AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATCS1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_SL11 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.004 EMEA Greece AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATGR1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EL31 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.003 EMEA Austria AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATAT1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_DE61 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.
VGA Chip Model Acer Part No CPU LCD AS7715Z444G25Mn LX.PNJ02.066 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA AS7715Z444G32Mn LX.PNJ02.059 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G AS7715Z444G64Mn LX.PNJ02.064 PMDT4 400 AS7715Z444G64Mn LX.PNJ02.063 AS7715Z443G32Mn VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 N SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 LX.PNJ02.060 PMDT4 400 NLED17.
VGA Chip Model Acer Part No CPU LCD AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.035 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.034 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.033 PMDT4 400 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.032 AS7715Z443G25Mn VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 LX.PNJ02.031 PMDT4 400 NLED17.
VGA Chip Model Acer Part No CPU LCD AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.010 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.009 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.008 PMDT4 400 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.006 AS7715Z443G25Mn VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 PMDT4 400 NLED17.3 WXGA+G UMA N SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 LX.PNJ02.007 PMDT4 400 NLED17.
Memory 3 Memory 4 LX.PNJ02.069 N N N500GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z444G50Mn LX.PNJ02.068 N N N500GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z444G25Mn LX.PNJ02.067 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z444G25Mn LX.PNJ02.066 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z444G32Mn LX.PNJ02.059 N N N320GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z444G64Mn LX.PNJ02.064 N N N640GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z444G64Mn LX.PNJ02.063 N N N640GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G32Mn LX.PNJ02.060 N N N320GB 5.
Memory 3 Memory 4 LX.PNJ02.038 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.037 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.036 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.035 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.034 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.033 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.032 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.031 N N N250GB 5.
Memory 3 Memory 4 LX.PNJ02.013 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.012 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.011 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.010 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.009 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.008 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.006 N N N250GB 5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.007 N N N250GB 5.
Model Acer Part No Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 AS7715Z444G50Mn LX.PNJ02.070 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G32Mn LX.PNJ02.062 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z444G64Mn LX.PNJ02.065 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z444G50Mn LX.PNJ02.069 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z444G50Mn LX.PNJ02.068 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z444G25Mn LX.PNJ02.
Model Acer Part No Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 AS7715Z444G32Mn LX.PNJ02.042 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.040 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mi LX.PNJ02.039 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BG N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.038 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.037 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.
Model Acer Part No Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.017 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.015 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.014 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.013 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.012 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N N AS7715Z443G25Mn LX.PNJ02.
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® 7 environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Aspire 7715Z/7315 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test Vendor Description Acer P/N Adapter DELTA Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP-65JH DB A, LV5 LED LF AP.06501.026 LITE-ON Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA-1650-22AC LV5 LED LF AP.06503.024 HIPRO Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow HP-A0652R3B 1LF, LV5 LED LF AP.0650A.012 Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X LZ.21000.045 SANYO Battery SANYO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) BT.00603.
Vendor Description Acer P/N WD HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 KH.16008.022 SEAGATE HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB ST9250315AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 KH.25001.016 TOSHIBA HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB MK2555GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG001J KH.25004.003 HGST HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F KH.25007.015 WD HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVT-22ZCT0 ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 KH.25008.021 SEAGATE HDD SEAGATE 2.
Vendor Description Acer P/N HYNIX Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HMP112S6EFR6C-Y5 LF 64*16 0.055um KN.1GB0G.022 NANYA Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB NT2GT64U8HD0BN3C LF 128*8 0.07um KN.2GB03.011 MICRON Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY667G1 LF 128*8 0.065um KN.2GB04.010 ELPIDA Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB EBE21UE8ACUA6E-E LF 128*8 0.07um KN.2GB09.001 SAMSUNG Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M470T5663EH3CE6 LF 128*8 0.055um KN.2GB0B.
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.
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Index A Replacing AFLASH Utility 33 100 D Antennas DIMM Modules Removing 88 Replacing 91 Removing 51 Replacing 118 Display 3 B display Battery hotkeys 121 Replacing E Battery Pack Removing 46 EasyTouch Failure BIOS ROM type 14 vendor 14 Version 14 Flowchart Features 1 Flash Utility 33 FPC Cable Removing 86 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 151 H Hard Disk Drive Board Layout Removing 54 Replacing 116 145 brightness hotkeys 45 F 21–33 Advanced 24 Boot 31 Exit 32 Navigating 21
Removing 58 Replacing 115 num lock on indicator 5, Keyboard Failure 127 8 O L ODD Failure LCD Bezel 131 Online Support Information Removing 82 Replacing 97 185 Optical Disk Drive Replacing LCD Brackets 119 Optical Drive Module Removing 86 Replacing 94 Removing 49 P LCD Cable 94 LCD Failure 127 Replacing Panel Bottom LCD Module PC Card Removing 59 Replacing 110 Power On Failure 91 124 R LCD Panel Removing 84 Replacing 94 Replacing 104, 105 Right Speaker Module Left Speaker M
Thermal Unit Failure 134 TouchPad Removing 72 TouchPad Bracket Removing 72 Replacing 102 TouchPad Failure 128 Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure 127 EasyTouch Buttons 134 HDTV Switch 135 Internal Microphone 129 Internal Speakers 128 LCD Failure 127 No Display 125 ODD 131 Other Failures 135 Power On 124 Thermal Unit 134 TouchPad 128 WLAN 134 U Undetermined Problems 136 Upper Cover Removing 63 Replacing 106 utility BIOS 21–33 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 182 Wireless Function Failure 134 WLAN
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