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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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... JP29 2 JP23 JP24 2 JP25 2 JP30 2 JP36 2 IR1 2 U42 JP41 JP40 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...
... JP29 2 JP23 JP24 2 JP25 2 JP30 2 JP36 2 IR1 2 U42 JP41 JP40 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...
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.../disable Wireless function. 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.
.../disable Wireless function. 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.
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Bottom Panel 10 Chapter 1 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. Enable the computer to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Ejects the optical drive try when the computer is turned off (for selected models). 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).
Bottom Panel 10 Chapter 1 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. Enable the computer to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Ejects the optical drive try when the computer is turned off (for selected models). 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).
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...the hard disc or optical drive is activated. # 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. The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display...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 ...
...the hard disc or optical drive is activated. # 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. The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display...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 ...
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... pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys, run the Acer Launch Manager. The mail and Web buttons are called launch keys. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is on. To set to ru the Acer eManager. Easy-launch Buttons Located at the upper-right, above the ...keyboard are : mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering key " " and one user-programmable button. Lights up when the...
... pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys, run the Acer Launch Manager. The mail and Web buttons are called launch keys. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is on. To set to ru the Acer eManager. Easy-launch Buttons Located at the upper-right, above the ...keyboard are : mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering key " " and one user-programmable button. Lights up when the...
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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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... name 26 Delta DAC-07B037 B YEC YNV-C01 SumidaTWS-442-125 Specification Chapter 1 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...
... name 26 Delta DAC-07B037 B YEC YNV-C01 SumidaTWS-442-125 Specification Chapter 1 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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...present. The function allows the user to save power when AC is enabled. Option: Enabled or Disabled NOTE: You can also enable Acer disc-to factory defaults. The values setin these two fields take effect immediately. Option: Enabled or Disabled Enables, disables the system boot ...and summary screen is NOT available (running on external video port. The system will detect if any external display device is connected on battery power). Otherwise it will display customer logo and summary screen or not. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Settings...
...present. The function allows the user to save power when AC is enabled. Option: Enabled or Disabled NOTE: You can also enable Acer disc-to factory defaults. The values setin these two fields take effect immediately. Option: Enabled or Disabled Enables, disables the system boot ...and summary screen is NOT available (running on external video port. The system will detect if any external display device is connected on battery power). Otherwise it will display customer logo and summary screen or not. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Settings...
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... programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it will power on again automatically. Use the Phlash utility to USB floppy disk drive. 2. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash utility. Press power button then release Fn+Esc. 5. Plug the USB...
... programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it will power on again automatically. Use the Phlash utility to USB floppy disk drive. 2. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash utility. Press power button then release Fn+Esc. 5. Plug the USB...
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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. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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... first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need 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...
... first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need 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...
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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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...the message window. then check that power is supplied. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on page 59 Chapter 4 57 Go to main board. 2. Connect the ... doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 58 T "Check the Battery Pack" on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. If any of ...
...the message window. then check that power is supplied. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on page 59 Chapter 4 57 Go to main board. 2. Connect the ... doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 58 T "Check the Battery Pack" on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. If any of ...
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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. Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable ...
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. Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable ...
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... period of the total power remaining when installed in control Panel 2. See the following figure 3. If the battery status indicator does not light up , replace the battery pack. Reconnect the touchpad cables. 2. After you identify first the problem is applied to the touchpad pointer....the computer. 2. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is on the screen for both battery and adapter. 4. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to room temperature. From Hardware: 1. Repeat the steps 1 and ...
... period of the total power remaining when installed in control Panel 2. See the following figure 3. If the battery status indicator does not light up , replace the battery pack. Reconnect the touchpad cables. 2. After you identify first the problem is applied to the touchpad pointer....the computer. 2. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is on the screen for both battery and adapter. 4. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to room temperature. From Hardware: 1. Repeat the steps 1 and ...
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...system time, then reboot system. Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard Monitor type does not match CMOS - Default configuration used RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard... Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. System board Chapter 4 61 Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 56. Error Message ...
...system time, then reboot system. Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard Monitor type does not match CMOS - Default configuration used RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard... Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. System board Chapter 4 61 Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 56. Error Message ...
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...Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System ...DIMM System board Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Allocation Error for device Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Run "Load Default Settings" ...
...Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System ...DIMM System board Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Allocation Error for device Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Run "Load Default Settings" ...
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... power adapter). Reconnect the DIMM. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. LED board. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Speaker System board Chapter 4 63 No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. See "Power System Check" on...
... power adapter). Reconnect the DIMM. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. LED board. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Speaker System board Chapter 4 63 No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. See "Power System Check" on...
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..., long short short, short, short; short, short, short short, short, long; CMOS RAM test failed. DMA controller does not work properly. The keyboard fails to battery power loss. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. short, long, short short, short, short; long, short, short short, short, short...
..., long short short, short, short; short, short, short short, short, long; CMOS RAM test failed. DMA controller does not work properly. The keyboard fails to battery power loss. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. short, long, short short, short, short; long, short, short short, short, short...