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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom ... Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 Aspire 5532 BIOS 24 Information 24 Main 25 Security 26 ... Flowchart 52 Removing the Switch Cover 53 Removing the Keyboard 54 Removing the LCD Module 55 Removing the Upper Cover 59 VII
Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom ... Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 Aspire 5532 BIOS 24 Information 24 Main 25 Security 26 ... Flowchart 52 Removing the Switch Cover 53 Removing the Keyboard 54 Removing the LCD Module 55 Removing the Upper Cover 59 VII
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... the Right Speaker Module 100 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 101 Replacing the Power Board 102 Replacing the Upper Cover 102 Replacing the LCD Module 106 Replacing the Keyboard 111 Replacing the Switch Cover 112 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 112 Replacing the WLAN Module 114... Replacing the Battery 117 Troubleshooting 119 Common Problems 119 Power On Issue 120 No Display Issue 121 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 122 LCD Failure 123 Built-In Keyboard Failure 123 TouchPad Failure 124 Internal Speaker Failure 124 HDD Not Operating Correctly 126 ODD Failure 127 Wireless...
... the Right Speaker Module 100 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 101 Replacing the Power Board 102 Replacing the Upper Cover 102 Replacing the LCD Module 106 Replacing the Keyboard 111 Replacing the Switch Cover 112 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 112 Replacing the WLAN Module 114... Replacing the Battery 117 Troubleshooting 119 Common Problems 119 Power On Issue 120 No Display Issue 121 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 122 LCD Failure 123 Built-In Keyboard Failure 123 TouchPad Failure 124 Internal Speaker Failure 124 HDD Not Operating Correctly 126 ODD Failure 127 Wireless...
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...-in jack Headphone/Line out jack Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication • Wireless • 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot •...
...-in jack Headphone/Line out jack Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication • Wireless • 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot •...
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... computer. For entering data into your new computer. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication...
... computer. For entering data into your new computer. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication...
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external monitor, LCD projector). USB mouse, USB camera). Chapter 1 7 Connect to audio line-out devices (e.g. speakers, headphones). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. Rear View 1 No. 1 Icon Item Ventilation slots ...
external monitor, LCD projector). USB mouse, USB camera). Chapter 1 7 Connect to audio line-out devices (e.g. speakers, headphones). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. Rear View 1 No. 1 Icon Item Ventilation slots ...
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... 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Yes See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Display Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) (also called...
... 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Yes See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Display Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) (also called...
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... off the power to remove the mainboard, you do the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that you must be disassembled outside of the hardware components. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.... and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the...
... off the power to remove the mainboard, you do the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that you must be disassembled outside of the hardware components. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.... and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the...
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad... Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove CPU Screw List Step LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Power Board Left Speaker Module Right Speaker Module TouchPad Bracket Mainboard Thermal Module CPU Fan Screw M2.5*8 M2.5*8 ...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad... Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove CPU Screw List Step LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Power Board Left Speaker Module Right Speaker Module TouchPad Bracket Mainboard Thermal Module CPU Fan Screw M2.5*8 M2.5*8 ...
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Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the cable channel as shown. Remove the Antenna Cables from the bottom of the chassis. Removing the LCD Module 1. Chapter 3 55 See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 54. 2. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. Turn the computer over.
Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the cable channel as shown. Remove the Antenna Cables from the bottom of the chassis. Removing the LCD Module 1. Chapter 3 55 See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 54. 2. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. Turn the computer over.
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4. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. 6. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 56 Chapter 3 Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel.
4. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. 6. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 56 Chapter 3 Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel.
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Chapter 3 57 Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to expose the Hinge Covers. 10. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown, and lift to the hinge well. 9. Press the left side Hinge Cover inward, as shown. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to the Upper Cover. 8. 7. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to remove the cover from the chassis. 11.
Chapter 3 57 Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to expose the Hinge Covers. 10. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown, and lift to the hinge well. 9. Press the left side Hinge Cover inward, as shown. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to the Upper Cover. 8. 7. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to remove the cover from the chassis. 11.
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Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 4 13. Remove the four (4) securing screws (two each side) from on top of the Upper Cover. 58 Chapter 3 12. Remove the left and right screw covers from the LCD module. Lift the LCD Module clear of the hinges Screw Type 14.
Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 4 13. Remove the four (4) securing screws (two each side) from on top of the Upper Cover. 58 Chapter 3 12. Remove the left and right screw covers from the LCD module. Lift the LCD Module clear of the hinges Screw Type 14.
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Chapter 3 59 Remove the eleven screws on page 55. 2. Remove the three (3) screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown. Turn the computer over . Removing the Upper Cover 1. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 11 Screw Type 3. See "Removing the LCD Module" on the bottom panel. Turn the computer over .
Chapter 3 59 Remove the eleven screws on page 55. 2. Remove the three (3) screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown. Turn the computer over . Removing the Upper Cover 1. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 11 Screw Type 3. See "Removing the LCD Module" on the bottom panel. Turn the computer over .
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See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 55. 2. Continue along the right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Work along the top edge and down the left side to lift up the outside edges of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3. NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to remove the bezel. Remove the two (2) upper and two (2) lower bezel screw caps and screws. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel. 78 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Bezel 1.
See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 55. 2. Continue along the right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Work along the top edge and down the left side to lift up the outside edges of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3. NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to remove the bezel. Remove the two (2) upper and two (2) lower bezel screw caps and screws. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel. 78 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Bezel 1.
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See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 78. 2. Remove the Camera from the module. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3. Chapter 3 79 Removing the Camera Module 1.
See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 78. 2. Remove the Camera from the module. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3. Chapter 3 79 Removing the Camera Module 1.
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See "Removing the Camera Module" on page 79. 2. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 2 3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the LCD Module as shown. 80 Chapter 3 Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Panel. Screw Type 4.
See "Removing the Camera Module" on page 79. 2. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 2 3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the LCD Module as shown. 80 Chapter 3 Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Panel. Screw Type 4.
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Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module. Chapter 3 81 5.
Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module. Chapter 3 81 5.
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See "Removing the LCD Panel" on each side) from the LCD Panel. Remove the six (6) securing screws (three on page 80. 2. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 6 3. Screw Type 82 Chapter 3 Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel brackets. Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1.
See "Removing the LCD Panel" on each side) from the LCD Panel. Remove the six (6) securing screws (three on page 80. 2. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 6 3. Screw Type 82 Chapter 3 Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel brackets. Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1.
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Lift the cable as shown to disengage the remaining adhesive and remove the cable from the LCD Panel. 5. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 6. 4. Chapter 3 83 Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the panel.
Lift the cable as shown to disengage the remaining adhesive and remove the cable from the LCD Panel. 5. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 6. 4. Chapter 3 83 Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the panel.
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Ensure the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 4. Remove the adhesive tape securing the left antenna cable in place. Removing the Antennas 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 80. 2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left Antenna to the LCD Module. 84 Chapter 3 Remove the cable from obstructions. 3. Ensure that the cable is free from the cable channel.
Ensure the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 4. Remove the adhesive tape securing the left antenna cable in place. Removing the Antennas 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 80. 2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left Antenna to the LCD Module. 84 Chapter 3 Remove the cable from obstructions. 3. Ensure that the cable is free from the cable channel.