Acer Aspire 5538 Notebook Series Start Guide
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...computer's controls like and right) the left and right buttons function like screen brightness and volume output. key Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons (left... key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. 5 English # Icon Item Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). 4 Power button / Turns the computer on and off . / indicator Indicates the...
...computer's controls like and right) the left and right buttons function like screen brightness and volume output. key Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons (left... key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. 5 English # Icon Item Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). 4 Power button / Turns the computer on and off . / indicator Indicates the...
Acer Aspire 5538 Notebook Series Start Guide
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... the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Enable the computer to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Connect to audio line-out devices line-out jack with (e.g., speakers, headphones). Headphones/speaker/ Connects to...
... the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Enable the computer to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Connect to audio line-out devices line-out jack with (e.g., speakers, headphones). Headphones/speaker/ Connects to...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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... the Thermal Module 89 Removing the CPU 90 LCD Module Disassembly Process 91 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 91 Removing the LCD Bezel 92 Removing the Camera Board 94 Removing the LCD Panel 95 Removing the FPC Cable 96 Removing the LCD Brackets 98 Removing the Microphone 99 Removing the ...the Antennas 103 Replacing the Microphone 104 Replacing the LCD Brackets 106 Replacing the FPC Cable 107 Replacing the LCD Panel 108 Replacing the Camera Board 109 Replacing the LCD Bezel 110 Main Unit Reassembly Process 113 Replacing the LCD Module 113 Replacing the CPU 115 Replacing the ...
... the Thermal Module 89 Removing the CPU 90 LCD Module Disassembly Process 91 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 91 Removing the LCD Bezel 92 Removing the Camera Board 94 Removing the LCD Panel 95 Removing the FPC Cable 96 Removing the LCD Brackets 98 Removing the Microphone 99 Removing the ...the Antennas 103 Replacing the Microphone 104 Replacing the LCD Brackets 106 Replacing the FPC Cable 107 Replacing the LCD Panel 108 Replacing the Camera Board 109 Replacing the LCD Bezel 110 Main Unit Reassembly Process 113 Replacing the LCD Module 113 Replacing the CPU 115 Replacing the ...
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Table of Contents No Display Issue 154 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 155 LCD Failure 156 Built-In Keyboard Failure 156 Touchpad Failure 157 Internal Speaker Failure 157 Internal Microphone Failure 159 HDD Not Operating Correctly 160 ODD...and BIOS Recovery 179 Clearing Password Check 179 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 180 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 181 Aspire 5538 Exploded Diagrams 182 Main Assembly 182 LCD Assembly 183 Aspire 5538 FRU List 184 Screw List 191 Model Definition and Configuration 192 Test Compatible Components 208 Windows XP Environment Test 209 Online...
Table of Contents No Display Issue 154 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 155 LCD Failure 156 Built-In Keyboard Failure 156 Touchpad Failure 157 Internal Speaker Failure 157 Internal Microphone Failure 159 HDD Not Operating Correctly 160 ODD...and BIOS Recovery 179 Clearing Password Check 179 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 180 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 181 Aspire 5538 Exploded Diagrams 182 Main Assembly 182 LCD Assembly 183 Aspire 5538 FRU List 184 Screw List 191 Model Definition and Configuration 192 Test Compatible Components 208 Windows XP Environment Test 209 Online...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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... status. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left and right) Palmrest Touchpad toggle Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. The left and right buttons function like a computer mouse. Chapter 1 5 Display screen Power button/... indicator Keyboard TouchPad Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye Webcam Microphone Description Web camera for your computer. Comfortable support area for video communication. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Your ...
... status. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left and right) Palmrest Touchpad toggle Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. The left and right buttons function like a computer mouse. Chapter 1 5 Display screen Power button/... indicator Keyboard TouchPad Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye Webcam Microphone Description Web camera for your computer. Comfortable support area for video communication. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Your ...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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... off . Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- Supports high definition digital video connections. Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). based network. Accepts inputs from external microphones. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Emergency eject hole USB 2.0 port Ethernet (RJ-45...
... off . Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- Supports high definition digital video connections. Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). based network. Accepts inputs from external microphones. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Emergency eject hole USB 2.0 port Ethernet (RJ-45...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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... to remove the Mainboard, you do the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that you must first remove the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Main...
... to remove the Mainboard, you do the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that you must first remove the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Main...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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... Keyboard Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Function Board Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module Remove Left Speaker Module Remove I/O Board Remove Power Socket Remove LCD Module Remove CPU Fan Remove Power Board Remove Mainboard Remove Thermal Module Remove Touchpad Board Remove Touchpad Bracket Remove CPU Screw List Step Upper Cover...
... Keyboard Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Function Board Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module Remove Left Speaker Module Remove I/O Board Remove Power Socket Remove LCD Module Remove CPU Fan Remove Power Board Remove Mainboard Remove Thermal Module Remove Touchpad Board Remove Touchpad Bracket Remove CPU Screw List Step Upper Cover...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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Remove the Microphone cable from the cable channel on page 82. 2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the WLAN cables in place. 3. Remove the Antenna cables from the securing clips as shown, all the way to the hinge well. 4. See "Removing the Mainboard" on the Lower Cover as shown. 85 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1.
Remove the Microphone cable from the cable channel on page 82. 2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the WLAN cables in place. 3. Remove the Antenna cables from the securing clips as shown, all the way to the hinge well. 4. See "Removing the Mainboard" on the Lower Cover as shown. 85 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1.
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Using both hands, lift the LCD Module away from all cable clips before removing the LCD Module. 6. Remove the three screws on the rear of the Lower Cover securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step LCD Module (red) LCD Module (cyan) Size M2.5*6 M2.5*8 Quantity 1 2 Screw Type IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables are free from the Lower Cover. Chapter 3 86 5.
Using both hands, lift the LCD Module away from all cable clips before removing the LCD Module. 6. Remove the three screws on the rear of the Lower Cover securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step LCD Module (red) LCD Module (cyan) Size M2.5*6 M2.5*8 Quantity 1 2 Screw Type IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables are free from the Lower Cover. Chapter 3 86 5.
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... positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD Brackets Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove Antennas Remove Microphone Screw List Step LCD Bezel LCD Panel Screw M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 4 4 Part No. 86.PEA02.003...
... positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD Brackets Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove Antennas Remove Microphone Screw List Step LCD Bezel LCD Panel Screw M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 4 4 Part No. 86.PEA02.003...
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If necessary, use a plastic pry to the LCD cover. Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 85. 2. Remove the four screw covers and four screws securing the front bezel to release the corners of the bezel. Continue moving along the top, prying the bezel away from the panel. Starting from the inside top edge, pry the bezel away from the LCD Module. Chapter 3 92 Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*4 Quantity 4 Screw Type p 3.
If necessary, use a plastic pry to the LCD cover. Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 85. 2. Remove the four screw covers and four screws securing the front bezel to release the corners of the bezel. Continue moving along the top, prying the bezel away from the panel. Starting from the inside top edge, pry the bezel away from the LCD Module. Chapter 3 92 Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*4 Quantity 4 Screw Type p 3.
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4. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module. 93 Chapter 3 Pry apart the bottom edge of the bezel, separating the securing clips. 5. Work towards the middle and down the sides of the bezel and push slightly upwards to release the hinge covers. 6.
4. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module. 93 Chapter 3 Pry apart the bottom edge of the bezel, separating the securing clips. 5. Work towards the middle and down the sides of the bezel and push slightly upwards to release the hinge covers. 6.
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Remove the Camera Board from the Camera Board as shown. Disconnect the cable from the LCD Module. 3. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 92. 2. Chapter 3 94 Removing the Camera Board 1.
Remove the Camera Board from the Camera Board as shown. Disconnect the cable from the LCD Module. 3. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 92. 2. Chapter 3 94 Removing the Camera Board 1.
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Screw Type 95 Chapter 3 Lift the LCD Panel out of the LCD Module front edge first. Step LCD Panel Size M2*3 Quantity 4 3. Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the four screws securing the LCD Panel to the LCD Module. See "Removing the Camera Board" on page 94. 2.
Screw Type 95 Chapter 3 Lift the LCD Panel out of the LCD Module front edge first. Step LCD Panel Size M2*3 Quantity 4 3. Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the four screws securing the LCD Panel to the LCD Module. See "Removing the Camera Board" on page 94. 2.
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Turn the LCD panel over on page 95. 2. Chapter 3 96 Carefully lift the adhesive tape securing the LVDS cable connector to the LCD Panel. 4. Lift the camera cable to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the LCD Panel. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on a clean surface. 3. Removing the FPC Cable 1.
Turn the LCD panel over on page 95. 2. Chapter 3 96 Carefully lift the adhesive tape securing the LVDS cable connector to the LCD Panel. 4. Lift the camera cable to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the LCD Panel. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on a clean surface. 3. Removing the FPC Cable 1.
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5. Disconnect the LCD cable as shown and remove the cable from the LCD Panel. 97 Chapter 3 Hold the adhesive tape clear of the LCD Panel. 6.
5. Disconnect the LCD cable as shown and remove the cable from the LCD Panel. 97 Chapter 3 Hold the adhesive tape clear of the LCD Panel. 6.
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Lift the top of the right LCD Bracket up the antenna cable so the bracket can clear the cable. 3. Pick up and slide out from under the antenna cable. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 95. 2. Chapter 3 98 Removing the LCD Brackets 1. Lift the top of the left LCD Bracket up and slide out from under the antenna cable. 4.
Lift the top of the right LCD Bracket up the antenna cable so the bracket can clear the cable. 3. Pick up and slide out from under the antenna cable. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 95. 2. Chapter 3 98 Removing the LCD Brackets 1. Lift the top of the left LCD Bracket up and slide out from under the antenna cable. 4.
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Lift up the shielding where it covers the Microphone cable and lift the cable as shown to remove the adhesive securing it to the antenna cables. 3. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the LCD Cover. 99 Chapter 3 Removing the Microphone 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 95. 2. Remove the Microphone cable from the shielding along the bottom edge of the LCD Cover. 4.
Lift up the shielding where it covers the Microphone cable and lift the cable as shown to remove the adhesive securing it to the antenna cables. 3. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to the LCD Cover. 99 Chapter 3 Removing the Microphone 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 95. 2. Remove the Microphone cable from the shielding along the bottom edge of the LCD Cover. 4.
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Lift up the right Antenna pad, as shown, and remove the pad from all fasteners. 4. Take care not to the antenna cables. 3. Carefully pry up the shielding holding the right Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable is used to secure the Antenna pad in place. IMPORTANT: A strong adhesive is free from the LCD Module. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 95. 2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to bend the pad during removal. 101 Chapter 3 Removing the Antennas 1.
Lift up the right Antenna pad, as shown, and remove the pad from all fasteners. 4. Take care not to the antenna cables. 3. Carefully pry up the shielding holding the right Antenna cable in place. Ensure that the cable is used to secure the Antenna pad in place. IMPORTANT: A strong adhesive is free from the LCD Module. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 95. 2. Remove the tape securing the Microphone cable to bend the pad during removal. 101 Chapter 3 Removing the Antennas 1.