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Hardware Specifications and Configurations 5 Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 Platform 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Audio Subsystem 1-6 Communication 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Keyboard and Pointing Device 1-7 I/O Ports 1-8 Software and Tools 1-8 Warranty 1-10 Dimensions and Weight 1-10 Environment 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Open Front View 1-11 Close Front ...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations 5 Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 Platform 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Audio Subsystem 1-6 Communication 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Keyboard and Pointing Device 1-7 I/O Ports 1-8 Software and Tools 1-8 Warranty 1-10 Dimensions and Weight 1-10 Environment 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Open Front View 1-11 Close Front ...
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...Equipment 3-5 Replacement Requirements 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Removing the Battery Pack 3-9 Removing the DIMM Cover 3-10 Removing the DIMM Modules 3-11 Removing the Keyboard 3-12 Removing the ODD Module 3-14 Main ...Module 3-27 Removing the Mainboard 3-29 Removing the Thermal Module 3-32 Removing the DC In Module 3-34 Removing the Battery Connector 3-35 Removing the Speaker Module 3-36 Removing the LCD Module 3-38 LCD Module Disassembly Process 3-40 LCD ...
...Equipment 3-5 Replacement Requirements 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Removing the Battery Pack 3-9 Removing the DIMM Cover 3-10 Removing the DIMM Modules 3-11 Removing the Keyboard 3-12 Removing the ODD Module 3-14 Main ...Module 3-27 Removing the Mainboard 3-29 Removing the Thermal Module 3-32 Removing the DC In Module 3-34 Removing the Battery Connector 3-35 Removing the Speaker Module 3-36 Removing the LCD Module 3-38 LCD Module Disassembly Process 3-40 LCD ...
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... 3-52 Main Unit Reassembly Process 3-53 Reinstalling the LCD Module 3-53 Reinstalling the Speaker Module 3-55 Reinstalling the Battery Connector 3-57 Reinstalling the DC In Module 3-58 Reinstalling the Thermal Module 3-59 Reinstalling the Mainboard 3-61 Reinstalling ...74 Reinstalling the ODD Module 3-74 Reinstalling the Keyboard 3-77 Reinstalling the DIMM Modules 3-79 Reinstalling the DIMM Cover 3-80 Reinstalling the Battery Pack 3-81 Troubleshooting 3 Introduction 4-3 General Information 4-3 Power On Issues 4-4 No Display Issues 4-5 LCD Failure 4-7 Keyboard Failure 4-8 ...
... 3-52 Main Unit Reassembly Process 3-53 Reinstalling the LCD Module 3-53 Reinstalling the Speaker Module 3-55 Reinstalling the Battery Connector 3-57 Reinstalling the DC In Module 3-58 Reinstalling the Thermal Module 3-59 Reinstalling the Mainboard 3-61 Reinstalling ...74 Reinstalling the ODD Module 3-74 Reinstalling the Keyboard 3-77 Reinstalling the DIMM Modules 3-79 Reinstalling the DIMM Cover 3-80 Reinstalling the Battery Pack 3-81 Troubleshooting 3 Introduction 4-3 General Information 4-3 Power On Issues 4-4 No Display Issues 4-5 LCD Failure 4-7 Keyboard Failure 4-8 ...
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Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 Platform 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Audio Subsystem 1-6 Communication 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Keyboard and Pointing Device 1-7 I/O Ports 1-8 Software and Tools 1-8 Warranty 1-10 Dimensions and Weight 1-10 Environment 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Open Front View 1-11 Close Front ...
Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 Platform 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Audio Subsystem 1-6 Communication 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Keyboard and Pointing Device 1-7 I/O Ports 1-8 Software and Tools 1-8 Warranty 1-10 Dimensions and Weight 1-10 Environment 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Open Front View 1-11 Close Front ...
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...215;480 resolution online video calls Wireless and networking 0 WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g/n Supports Acer SignalUp technology LAN on Feature Port (thru bundled Y Cable): Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready ...;BIOS supervisor, user, and HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Power Adapter and Battery 0 19 V 3-pin 65 W AC adapter 4-Cell 2.8 Ah Li-ion battery pack Battery life: 4 hours Charging period: 1.5 to 2 hours for ...
...215;480 resolution online video calls Wireless and networking 0 WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g/n Supports Acer SignalUp technology LAN on Feature Port (thru bundled Y Cable): Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready ...;BIOS supervisor, user, and HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Power Adapter and Battery 0 19 V 3-pin 65 W AC adapter 4-Cell 2.8 Ah Li-ion battery pack Battery life: 4 hours Charging period: 1.5 to 2 hours for ...
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...; Height: 381.6 x 253 x 20.6mm (15.02 × 9.96 × 0.81 in) Weight 0 2.23 kg (4.92 lb) (including battery) for UMA models 2.28 kg (5.03 lb) (including battery) for Discrete models Environment 0 Temperature: Operating: 0 to 40 °C Non-operating: -20 to 60...
...; Height: 381.6 x 253 x 20.6mm (15.02 × 9.96 × 0.81 in) Weight 0 2.23 kg (4.92 lb) (including battery) for UMA models 2.28 kg (5.03 lb) (including battery) for Discrete models Environment 0 Temperature: Operating: 0 to 40 °C Non-operating: -20 to 60...
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.... Blue: The computer is in AC mode. Blinking amber: The battery is in -1 card reader 2 Power indicator 3 Battery indicator Description Supports MMC, MMCplus and SD cards. Close Front View 0 Figure 1-2. Icon Item 1 Multi-in power-saving mode. Note: Only one card can operate ...
.... Blue: The computer is in AC mode. Blinking amber: The battery is in -1 card reader 2 Power indicator 3 Battery indicator Description Supports MMC, MMCplus and SD cards. Close Front View 0 Figure 1-2. Icon Item 1 Multi-in power-saving mode. Note: Only one card can operate ...
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Base View No. 1 2 Icon Item Battery pack Battery release latch Description Provides power to the computer when the power cord is unplugged. Releases the battery for removal. 3 DIMM compartment Houses the computer's memory modules. 4 Speaker Outputs sounds. 0 Base View 0 Figure 1-5. Base View Table 1-5.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Base View No. 1 2 Icon Item Battery pack Battery release latch Description Provides power to the computer when the power cord is unplugged. Releases the battery for removal. 3 DIMM compartment Houses the computer's memory modules. 4 Speaker Outputs sounds. 0 Base View 0 Figure 1-5. Base View Table 1-5.
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... Dimensions Width 38.2 cm 15.02 in Depth 25.3 cm 9.96 in Height 2.06 cm 0.81 in Weight (equipped with 4-cell 2.23 kg for UMA battery pack, HDD, and ODD) 2.28 kg for Discrete 4.92 lb for UMA 5.03 lb for Discrete Input power Operating voltage 19 V, 65 W Operating current (max...
... Dimensions Width 38.2 cm 15.02 in Depth 25.3 cm 9.96 in Height 2.06 cm 0.81 in Weight (equipped with 4-cell 2.23 kg for UMA battery pack, HDD, and ODD) 2.28 kg for Discrete 4.92 lb for UMA 5.03 lb for Discrete Input power Operating voltage 19 V, 65 W Operating current (max...
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...and location of slot Supported card Specification PCI Express Mini Card 1 WLAN or WiMAX module System LED Indicators Item Power status Battery status HDD activity Wireless connectivity Specification Solid blue: The computer is turned on. Blinking amber: The ...- Flashes amber when there is in abnormal stop charge or battery is an active wireless connection. AC adapter connected: Solid blue: The battery charge is at full capacity. Solid amber: Battery charging. Blinking amber: Battery is in low power state. AC adapter disconnected: ...
...and location of slot Supported card Specification PCI Express Mini Card 1 WLAN or WiMAX module System LED Indicators Item Power status Battery status HDD activity Wireless connectivity Specification Solid blue: The computer is turned on. Blinking amber: The ...- Flashes amber when there is in abnormal stop charge or battery is an active wireless connection. AC adapter connected: Solid blue: The battery charge is at full capacity. Solid amber: Battery charging. Blinking amber: Battery is in low power state. AC adapter disconnected: ...
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Battery Pack Item Vendor and models Battery type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration AC Adapter Item Input rating Input AC current (max) Output Specification SANYO AL12A32 Li-Ion 4S1P Lithium-ion 2600 mAh 4 3S2P Specification 65 W 100-240 V, 1.6 A, 50-60 Hz 19 V, 3.42 A 1-34 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Battery Pack Item Vendor and models Battery type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration AC Adapter Item Input rating Input AC current (max) Output Specification SANYO AL12A32 Li-Ion 4S1P Lithium-ion 2600 mAh 4 3S2P Specification 65 W 100-240 V, 1.6 A, 50-60 Hz 19 V, 3.42 A 1-34 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
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... is used . NOTE: NOTE: Flash utility has auto execution function. Release the Fn + Esc keys after POST. Rename the BIOS file as "XXXXXXX.FD". 2. If battery pack does not contain power to a bootable USB device containing the Crisis Recovery disk files. 3. System Utilities 2-13 Insert the USB device containing the renamed...
... is used . NOTE: NOTE: Flash utility has auto execution function. Release the Fn + Esc keys after POST. Rename the BIOS file as "XXXXXXX.FD". 2. If battery pack does not contain power to a bootable USB device containing the Crisis Recovery disk files. 3. System Utilities 2-13 Insert the USB device containing the renamed...
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Reinstall the DIMM module, DIMM cover and battery pack. 9. Turn on the hardware gap together. 5. If no password prompt appears, the BIOS passwords have been cleared. 10. Press F9 to access the Setup ... the computer. 7. Shut down the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all other peripherals from the hardware gap. 8. Clearing the BIOS Passwords 0 1. Remove the battery pack and DIMM cover. 3.
Reinstall the DIMM module, DIMM cover and battery pack. 9. Turn on the hardware gap together. 5. If no password prompt appears, the BIOS passwords have been cleared. 10. Press F9 to access the Setup ... the computer. 7. Shut down the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all other peripherals from the hardware gap. 8. Clearing the BIOS Passwords 0 1. Remove the battery pack and DIMM cover. 3.
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... 3-5 Replacement Requirements 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Removing the Battery Pack 3-9 Removing the DIMM Cover 3-10 Removing the DIMM Modules 3-11 Removing the Keyboard 3-12 Removing the ODD Module 3-14 ...WLAN Module 3-27 Removing the Mainboard 3-29 Removing the Thermal Module 3-32 Removing the DC In Module 3-34 Removing the Battery Connector 3-35 Removing the Speaker Module 3-36 Removing the LCD Module 3-38 LCD Module Disassembly Process 3-40 LCD Module ...
... 3-5 Replacement Requirements 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Removing the Battery Pack 3-9 Removing the DIMM Cover 3-10 Removing the DIMM Modules 3-11 Removing the Keyboard 3-12 Removing the ODD Module 3-14 ...WLAN Module 3-27 Removing the Mainboard 3-29 Removing the Thermal Module 3-32 Removing the DC In Module 3-34 Removing the Battery Connector 3-35 Removing the Speaker Module 3-36 Removing the LCD Module 3-38 LCD Module Disassembly Process 3-40 LCD Module ...
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... Camera Board 3-51 Reinstalling the LCD Bezel 3-52 Main Unit Reassembly Process 3-53 Reinstalling the LCD Module 3-53 Reinstalling the Speaker Module 3-55 Reinstalling the Battery Connector 3-57 Reinstalling the DC In Module 3-58 Reinstalling the Thermal Module 3-59 Reinstalling the Mainboard 3-61 Reinstalling the WLAN Module 3-64 Reinstalling the HDD... Module Reassembly Process 3-74 Reinstalling the ODD Module 3-74 Reinstalling the Keyboard 3-77 Reinstalling the DIMM Modules 3-79 Reinstalling the DIMM Cover 3-80 Reinstalling the Battery Pack 3-81 3-3
... Camera Board 3-51 Reinstalling the LCD Bezel 3-52 Main Unit Reassembly Process 3-53 Reinstalling the LCD Module 3-53 Reinstalling the Speaker Module 3-55 Reinstalling the Battery Connector 3-57 Reinstalling the DC In Module 3-58 Reinstalling the Thermal Module 3-59 Reinstalling the Mainboard 3-61 Reinstalling the WLAN Module 3-64 Reinstalling the HDD... Module Reassembly Process 3-74 Reinstalling the ODD Module 3-74 Reinstalling the Keyboard 3-77 Reinstalling the DIMM Modules 3-79 Reinstalling the DIMM Cover 3-80 Reinstalling the Battery Pack 3-81 3-3
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Screw List Step DIMM Cover Disassembly ODD Disassembly ODD Bracket Disassembly Keyboard Disassembly Screw M2.5 x L5 M2.5 × L5 M2 × L3 M2.5 × L5 Quantity 2 1 2 2 Acer Part Number 86.00J51.535 86.00J51.535 86.9A552.3R0 86.00J51.535 3-8 Machine Maintenance External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Table 3-2. External Module Disassembly Process 0 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 0 REMOVE BATTERY PACK DIMM COVER DIMM MODULES KEYBOARD ODD MODULE ODD BRACKET Figure 3-2.
Screw List Step DIMM Cover Disassembly ODD Disassembly ODD Bracket Disassembly Keyboard Disassembly Screw M2.5 x L5 M2.5 × L5 M2 × L3 M2.5 × L5 Quantity 2 1 2 2 Acer Part Number 86.00J51.535 86.00J51.535 86.9A552.3R0 86.00J51.535 3-8 Machine Maintenance External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Table 3-2. External Module Disassembly Process 0 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 0 REMOVE BATTERY PACK DIMM COVER DIMM MODULES KEYBOARD ODD MODULE ODD BRACKET Figure 3-2.
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Removing the Battery Pack 0 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the battery pack. 3. Machine Maintenance 3-9 Battery Pack NOTE: NOTE: The battery has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle in Figure 3-3. Lift the battery pack from its bay. Detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal. Figure 3-3. Turn the computer over so that the base is facing up. 2.
Removing the Battery Pack 0 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the battery pack. 3. Machine Maintenance 3-9 Battery Pack NOTE: NOTE: The battery has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle in Figure 3-3. Lift the battery pack from its bay. Detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal. Figure 3-3. Turn the computer over so that the base is facing up. 2.
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DIMM Cover Screws Table 3-4. DIMM Cover Machine Maintenance Remove the two screws securing the DIMM cover to release the DIMM cover, and then detach the cover from the computer. 3-10 Figure 3-5. Perform the "Removing the Battery Pack" procedure described on the base door's notch to the lower case assembly. Insert a non-marring plastic scribe on page 3-9. 2. Removing the DIMM Cover 0 1. Screws Step DIMM Cover Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L5 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Figure 3-4.
DIMM Cover Screws Table 3-4. DIMM Cover Machine Maintenance Remove the two screws securing the DIMM cover to release the DIMM cover, and then detach the cover from the computer. 3-10 Figure 3-5. Perform the "Removing the Battery Pack" procedure described on the base door's notch to the lower case assembly. Insert a non-marring plastic scribe on page 3-9. 2. Removing the DIMM Cover 0 1. Screws Step DIMM Cover Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L5 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Figure 3-4.
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Perform the "Removing the Battery Pack" procedure described on page 3-9. 2. Upper Case Screws - Turn the computer over and open the LCD panel. 3-12 Machine Maintenance Figure 3-7. Screws Step Keyboard Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L5 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Take care not to the lower case. Base Side Table 3-7. Remove the two screws securing the keyboard to use excessive force when removing. 1. Removing the Keyboard 0 + IMPORTANT: The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process.
Perform the "Removing the Battery Pack" procedure described on page 3-9. 2. Upper Case Screws - Turn the computer over and open the LCD panel. 3-12 Machine Maintenance Figure 3-7. Screws Step Keyboard Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L5 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Take care not to the lower case. Base Side Table 3-7. Remove the two screws securing the keyboard to use excessive force when removing. 1. Removing the Keyboard 0 + IMPORTANT: The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process.
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M2 × L3 M2.5 × L5 M2 × 3 Quantity 17 3 3 1 1 4 1 5 2 1 1 Acer Part Number 86.00J51.535 86.00J51.535 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 - 86.9A552.... Module/Upper Case Disassembly Upper Case Disassembly Touchpad Board Disassembly Power Button Board Disassembly WLAN Module Disassembly Speaker Module Disassembly Mainboard Disassembly Thermal Module Disassembly Battery Connector Disassembly LCD Module Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L5 M2.5 × L5 M2 × L3 M2 × L3 M2 × L3 M2 × L3 M2...
M2 × L3 M2.5 × L5 M2 × 3 Quantity 17 3 3 1 1 4 1 5 2 1 1 Acer Part Number 86.00J51.535 86.00J51.535 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 86.9A552.3R0 - 86.9A552.... Module/Upper Case Disassembly Upper Case Disassembly Touchpad Board Disassembly Power Button Board Disassembly WLAN Module Disassembly Speaker Module Disassembly Mainboard Disassembly Thermal Module Disassembly Battery Connector Disassembly LCD Module Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L5 M2.5 × L5 M2 × L3 M2 × L3 M2 × L3 M2 × L3 M2...