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Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 9 Rear Panel 10 Bottom Panel 10 Indicators 11 Easy-launch Buttons 12 Touchpad...38 BIOS Flash Utility 39 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 General Information 42 Before You Begin 42 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 45 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the Memory/ the CPU/the ODD Module and the LCD Module 46 Removing the ...
Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 9 Rear Panel 10 Bottom Panel 10 Indicators 11 Easy-launch Buttons 12 Touchpad...38 BIOS Flash Utility 39 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 General Information 42 Before You Begin 42 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 45 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the Memory/ the CPU/the ODD Module and the LCD Module 46 Removing the ...
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... JP21 PJP11 JP20 JP16 JP22 PCN1 JP13 JP12 JP14 JP3 JP17 JP19 Chapter 1 Fan Connector Battery Connector CPU Socket JP24 JP25 JP30 LVDS Connector JP36 VGA Board Connector IR AC-IN JP40 USB Port Reserved for Acer ezDock. (No ezDock for this model). Modem Board Connector External Display Port S-Video Port (No...
... JP21 PJP11 JP20 JP16 JP22 PCN1 JP13 JP12 JP14 JP3 JP17 JP19 Chapter 1 Fan Connector Battery Connector CPU Socket JP24 JP25 JP30 LVDS Connector JP36 VGA Board Connector IR AC-IN JP40 USB Port Reserved for Acer ezDock. (No ezDock for this model). Modem Board Connector External Display Port S-Video Port (No...
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communication button/ Lights to indicate the status of wireless indicator LAN communications (optional). 6 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 7 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged 8 Chapter 1 communication button/ Lights to indicate the status of indicator Bluetoothcommunications (optional) 5 Wireless Press to enable/disable Bluetooth function. Closed Front View # ...
communication button/ Lights to indicate the status of wireless indicator LAN communications (optional). 6 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 7 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged 8 Chapter 1 communication button/ Lights to indicate the status of indicator Bluetoothcommunications (optional) 5 Wireless Press to enable/disable Bluetooth function. Closed Front View # ...
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Enable the computer to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 4 5 6 Rear Panel Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Ventilation slots Kensington lock slot Ejects the optical disk from the drive (for selected models). Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. # Icon Item Description 1 Battery Powers the computer. 2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adaptor. 3 USB 2.0 port Connect to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Ejects the optical drive try when the computer is turned off (for selected models). Bottom Panel 10 Chapter 1
Enable the computer to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 4 5 6 Rear Panel Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Ventilation slots Kensington lock slot Ejects the optical disk from the drive (for selected models). Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. # Icon Item Description 1 Battery Powers the computer. 2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adaptor. 3 USB 2.0 port Connect to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Ejects the optical drive try when the computer is turned off (for selected models). Bottom Panel 10 Chapter 1
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... status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is activated. Chapter 1 11 # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Icon Function Cap lock Description Lights when Cap... Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by two screws). 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-left above the keyboard, and four...
... status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is activated. Chapter 1 11 # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Icon Function Cap lock Description Lights when Cap... Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by two screws). 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-left above the keyboard, and four...
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.... The are called launch keys. The mail and Web buttons are four buttons. Lights up when the battery is being charged. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is on. To set to ru the Acer eManager. Launch key Mail Web browser P Default application Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable...
.... The are called launch keys. The mail and Web buttons are four buttons. Lights up when the battery is being charged. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is on. To set to ru the Acer eManager. Launch key Mail Web browser P Default application Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable...
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...BATTERY LI-ION 6 CELLS-SONY 2000mAH US18650G4 BATTERY LI-ION 6 CELLS-SANYO 2400mAH UR18650F BATTERY LI-ION 6 CELLS-SONY 2400mAH US18650G7 BATTERY LI-ION 9 CELLS-SANYO 2400mAH UR18650F Li-ion 4800mAh 6cell and 7200mAh 9cell for Aspire 5500 4000mAh 6cell for Aspire 3600 53.3W 6cell and 79.9W 9cell for Aspire 5500... Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Chapter 1 No ZV support Yes Specification Controller Intel® 915GM/PM+Intel® ...
...BATTERY LI-ION 6 CELLS-SONY 2000mAH US18650G4 BATTERY LI-ION 6 CELLS-SANYO 2400mAH UR18650F BATTERY LI-ION 6 CELLS-SONY 2400mAH US18650G7 BATTERY LI-ION 9 CELLS-SANYO 2400mAH UR18650F Li-ion 4800mAh 6cell and 7200mAh 9cell for Aspire 5500 4000mAh 6cell for Aspire 3600 53.3W 6cell and 79.9W 9cell for Aspire 5500... Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Chapter 1 No ZV support Yes Specification Controller Intel® 915GM/PM+Intel® ...
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...-L03 CMO N141I1-L02 (nonglare) 14.1 inches 303.3x189.6 1280x800 WXGA 0.2373x0.2373 R.G.B. Battery Item Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Specification 3 cells in series, 2 series in parallel for 6-cell battery 2 cells in series, 3 series in parallel for 9-cell battery 11.1V 12.6+-0.1v LCD 14.1 inch Item Vendor & model name Screen Diagonal...
...-L03 CMO N141I1-L02 (nonglare) 14.1 inches 303.3x189.6 1280x800 WXGA 0.2373x0.2373 R.G.B. Battery Item Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Specification 3 cells in series, 2 series in parallel for 6-cell battery 2 cells in series, 3 series in parallel for 9-cell battery 11.1V 12.6+-0.1v LCD 14.1 inch Item Vendor & model name Screen Diagonal...
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...the default and suggested parameter settings. The system will be in LCD only mode. Option: Enabled or Disabled NOTE: You can also enable Acer disc-to factory defaults. Parameter Date and Time Quiet Boot Power on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to...during POST. 34 Chapter 2 Otherwise it will support an automatic dimming of the LCD backlight when the AC power is connected, the power on battery power). Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated LCD screen and the system's external video port (for an external CRT or projector). The table...
...the default and suggested parameter settings. The system will be in LCD only mode. Option: Enabled or Disabled NOTE: You can also enable Acer disc-to factory defaults. Parameter Date and Time Quiet Boot Power on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to...during POST. 34 Chapter 2 Otherwise it will support an automatic dimming of the LCD backlight when the AC power is connected, the power on battery power). Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated LCD screen and the system's external video port (for an external CRT or projector). The table...
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... Phlash utility to USB floppy disk drive. 2. Press power button then release Fn+Esc. 5. NOTE: If you do not release the two keypads. 4. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI...
... Phlash utility to USB floppy disk drive. 2. Press power button then release Fn+Esc. 5. NOTE: If you do not release the two keypads. 4. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI...
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Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. 42 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. 42 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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For example, if you want to be removed during servicing. Start Battery *2 Middle Cover I*4 Lower Case Assembly *2 Wireless LAN Cover *1 Keyboard *4 LCD Module *1 *13 RTC Battery Bluetooth Module Wireless LAN Cover ODD Module *3 DIMM/HDD Cover Memory *4 HDD Module *4 HDD Bracket HDD *3 Upper Case Assembly Lower Case Main Board Assembly Fan ...
For example, if you want to be removed during servicing. Start Battery *2 Middle Cover I*4 Lower Case Assembly *2 Wireless LAN Cover *1 Keyboard *4 LCD Module *1 *13 RTC Battery Bluetooth Module Wireless LAN Cover ODD Module *3 DIMM/HDD Cover Memory *4 HDD Module *4 HDD Bracket HDD *3 Upper Case Assembly Lower Case Main Board Assembly Fan ...
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Unlock the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery. Chapter 3 45 Removing the Battery Pack 1.
Unlock the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery. Chapter 3 45 Removing the Battery Pack 1.
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... in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. Go to main board. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in...of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Follow the instructions in the test items. 4. Remove the battery pack. 2. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Boot from the ...
... in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. Go to main board. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in...of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Follow the instructions in the test items. 4. Remove the battery pack. 2. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Boot from the ...
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... does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 70. See the following : T Replace the System board. T If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the power-on page 59. 58 Chapter 4 If...
... does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 70. See the following : T Replace the System board. T If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the power-on page 59. 58 Chapter 4 If...
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..., do the following figure 3. This symptom is applied to the touchpad pointer. See the following : From Software: 1. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the touchpad.... 3. No service actions are correct. 3. In Power Meter, confirm that has less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. Re-install the battery pack. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is not a hardware problem. From Hardware: 1. If ...
..., do the following figure 3. This symptom is applied to the touchpad pointer. See the following : From Software: 1. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the touchpad.... 3. No service actions are correct. 3. In Power Meter, confirm that has less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. Re-install the battery pack. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is not a hardware problem. From Hardware: 1. If ...
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.... Incorrect password is dead - Run Setup Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 ...Disk Reconnect hard disk drive connector. Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 56. Default configuration used RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Chapter 4 61 Keyboard locked - Keyboard Controller Failed see ...
.... Incorrect password is dead - Run Setup Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 ...Disk Reconnect hard disk drive connector. Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 56. Default configuration used RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Chapter 4 61 Keyboard locked - Keyboard Controller Failed see ...
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...Setup Utility See "External Diskette Drive Check" on page 56. Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I/O device... IRQ conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. Incorrect Drive A type - Diskette ...
...Setup Utility See "External Diskette Drive Check" on page 56. Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I/O device... IRQ conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. Incorrect Drive A type - Diskette ...
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...blank. See "Power System Check" on an external CRT. LED board. Reconnect the LCD connectors. System board No beep during POST. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on page 57. Reconnect ...indicator turns off and LCD is connected tightly and correctly. See "Power System Check" on LCD during POST but system runs correctly. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). System board. LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board No beep, power-on indicator turns on and ...
...blank. See "Power System Check" on an external CRT. LED board. Reconnect the LCD connectors. System board No beep during POST. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on page 57. Reconnect ...indicator turns off and LCD is connected tightly and correctly. See "Power System Check" on LCD during POST but system runs correctly. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). System board. LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board No beep, power-on indicator turns on and ...
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... unknown location. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 70. long, long short short, short, short; The keyboard fails to battery power loss. Parity error during system inquiry about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during memory test at the indicated location. Some...
... unknown location. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 70. long, long short short, short, short; The keyboard fails to battery power loss. Parity error during system inquiry about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during memory test at the indicated location. Some...