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...Finger Print Reader 71 Removing the Touch Pad Bracket 73 Removing the Left Speaker Module 74 Removing the Right Speaker Module 76 Removing the Bluetooth Module 77 Removing the Modem Module 78 Removing the Mainboard 79 Removing the USB Board 82 Removing the RJ-11 Port 83 Removing ...CPU 102 Replacing the Thermal Module 103 Replacing the RJ-11 Port 103 Replacing the Mainboard 105 Replacing the Modem Module 106 Replacing the Bluetooth Board 107 Replacing the Right Speaker Module 107 Replacing the Launch Board 109 Replacing the Finger Print Reader 110 Replacing the Touch Pad Bracket...
...Finger Print Reader 71 Removing the Touch Pad Bracket 73 Removing the Left Speaker Module 74 Removing the Right Speaker Module 76 Removing the Bluetooth Module 77 Removing the Modem Module 78 Removing the Mainboard 79 Removing the USB Board 82 Removing the RJ-11 Port 83 Removing ...CPU 102 Replacing the Thermal Module 103 Replacing the RJ-11 Port 103 Replacing the Mainboard 105 Replacing the Modem Module 106 Replacing the Bluetooth Board 107 Replacing the Right Speaker Module 107 Replacing the Launch Board 109 Replacing the Finger Print Reader 110 Replacing the Touch Pad Bracket...
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... Internal Microphone Failure 130 HDD Not Operating Correctly 131 ODD Failure 132 USB Failure (Rightside 135 Modem Function Failure 135 Wireless/WiMAX Function Failure 136 Bluetooth Function Failure 136 Robson Module Failure 137 EasyTouch Button Failure 137 Fingerprint Reader Failure 138 Thermal Unit Failure 138 HDMI Switch Failure 139 External Mouse...
... Internal Microphone Failure 130 HDD Not Operating Correctly 131 ODD Failure 132 USB Failure (Rightside 135 Modem Function Failure 135 Wireless/WiMAX Function Failure 136 Bluetooth Function Failure 136 Robson Module Failure 137 EasyTouch Button Failure 137 Fingerprint Reader Failure 138 Thermal Unit Failure 138 HDMI Switch Failure 139 External Mouse...
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...® Wireless WiFi Link 5150/5350 (Subject to availability) • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready • Modem: 56K ITU V.92 Privacy control • Enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection)* • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords •...
...® Wireless WiFi Link 5150/5350 (Subject to availability) • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready • Modem: 56K ITU V.92 Privacy control • Enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection)* • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords •...
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... (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player). Accepts inputs from external microphones. Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack Bluetooth communication switch Wireless communication switch Latch Connects to protection and manageability features for certain models). No. 9 Icon 10 11...Description The left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). Enables/disables the 3G/Bluetooth function. (only for a more secure, smarter and easier way to work...
... (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player). Accepts inputs from external microphones. Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack Bluetooth communication switch Wireless communication switch Latch Connects to protection and manageability features for certain models). No. 9 Icon 10 11...Description The left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). Enables/disables the 3G/Bluetooth function. (only for a more secure, smarter and easier way to work...
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... panel indicators are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. NOTE: 1. Icon Function Empowering Technology Web browser Description Launch Acer Empowering Technology. (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-Programmable) Mail Email application (user-Programmable) Bluetooth communication switch Wireless communication switch Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Icon Function Bluetooth Description Indicates the status of wireless LAN...
... panel indicators are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. NOTE: 1. Icon Function Empowering Technology Web browser Description Launch Acer Empowering Technology. (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-Programmable) Mail Email application (user-Programmable) Bluetooth communication switch Wireless communication switch Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Icon Function Bluetooth Description Indicates the status of wireless LAN...
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LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset LAN connector type LAN connector location Bluetooth Interface Item Vendor and Model Radio Technology Operating Frequency Channel Numbers Transmitter Output Power Receiver Sensitivity Maximum Receiver Signal Operating Voltage Interface Specification BROADCOM BCM5764M ...
LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset LAN connector type LAN connector location Bluetooth Interface Item Vendor and Model Radio Technology Operating Frequency Channel Numbers Transmitter Output Power Receiver Sensitivity Maximum Receiver Signal Operating Voltage Interface Specification BROADCOM BCM5764M ...
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... Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Switch Cover LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Touch Pad Bracket Launch Board Speaker I/O Board Bluetooth Board Modem Module Mainboard Thermal Module Screw M2*3 (NL) M2.5*8(NL) M2.5*5 (NL) M2.5*8 (NL) M2.5*5 (NL) M2*3 (NL) M2*3 (NL) M2*3 (NL) M2.5*5 (NL...
... Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Switch Cover LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Touch Pad Bracket Launch Board Speaker I/O Board Bluetooth Board Modem Module Mainboard Thermal Module Screw M2*3 (NL) M2.5*8(NL) M2.5*5 (NL) M2.5*8 (NL) M2.5*5 (NL) M2*3 (NL) M2*3 (NL) M2*3 (NL) M2.5*5 (NL...
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Remove the adhesive strip to remove. Chapter 3 77 Disconnect the bluetooth cable as shown. 4. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Lift the corner of the module up, then grasp to expose the Bluetooth cable. 3. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2.
Remove the adhesive strip to remove. Chapter 3 77 Disconnect the bluetooth cable as shown. 4. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Lift the corner of the module up, then grasp to expose the Bluetooth cable. 3. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2.
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See "Removing the Modem Module" on page 65. 2. Chapter 3 79 Turn the lower base over on page 67. 3. Turn the base rightside up, and disconnect the bluetooth cable from the bottom right of the mainboard as shown. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 78. 4. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on a clean surface, and disconnect the DC-IN cable as shown. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable can easily pass through the lower cover during mainboard disassembly. 5. Removing the Mainboard 1.
See "Removing the Modem Module" on page 65. 2. Chapter 3 79 Turn the lower base over on page 67. 3. Turn the base rightside up, and disconnect the bluetooth cable from the bottom right of the mainboard as shown. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 78. 4. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on a clean surface, and disconnect the DC-IN cable as shown. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable can easily pass through the lower cover during mainboard disassembly. 5. Removing the Mainboard 1.
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..., and press down to install. 5. Place the Mainboard in the housing well. 3. NOTE: Make sure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the mainboard. Replace the Bluetooth connector as shown. 2. Chapter 3 105 Replace the USB cable under the mainboard as shown. 4. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up. Replace the two securing...
..., and press down to install. 5. Place the Mainboard in the housing well. 3. NOTE: Make sure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the mainboard. Replace the Bluetooth connector as shown. 2. Chapter 3 105 Replace the USB cable under the mainboard as shown. 4. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up. Replace the two securing...
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Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable. Replacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Replace the speaker module on the lower cover as shown. 3. Position the module over the aligning pins and insert in place. 2. Chapter 3 107 Replace the bluetooth cable as shown. Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1.
Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable. Replacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Replace the speaker module on the lower cover as shown. 3. Position the module over the aligning pins and insert in place. 2. Chapter 3 107 Replace the bluetooth cable as shown. Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1.
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...ODD Failure Page 132 Rightside USB Failure Page 135 Modem Failure Page 135 WLAN/WiMAX Failure Page 136 Bluetooth Failure Page 136 Robson Module Failure Page 137 Acer EasyLaunch Button Failure Page 137 Fingerprint Reader Failure Page 138 Thermal Unit Failure Page 138 HDMI Switch .... 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 179. Chapter 4 123 Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems...
...ODD Failure Page 132 Rightside USB Failure Page 135 Modem Failure Page 135 WLAN/WiMAX Failure Page 136 Bluetooth Failure Page 136 Robson Module Failure Page 137 Acer EasyLaunch Button Failure Page 137 Fingerprint Reader Failure Page 138 Thermal Unit Failure Page 138 HDMI Switch .... 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 179. Chapter 4 123 Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems...
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 136 Chapter 4 Wireless/WiMAX Function Failure If the WLAN/WiMAX fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Bluetooth Function Failure If the Bluetooth function fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 136 Chapter 4 Wireless/WiMAX Function Failure If the WLAN/WiMAX fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Bluetooth Function Failure If the Bluetooth function fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Location JLVDS1 JMDC1 JPCM1 SW1 SW2 U10 U18 U16 Chapter 5 Description LVDS Conn. MDC Conn. Finger Printer Board Conn. Button Board Conn. PCMCIA Conn. Touch Pad button (Left) Touch Pad button (Right) South Bridge ICH9M Clock Generator ICS EC/ KBC ENE KB926 145 Internal Mic. Conn. (analog) Function Board Conn. Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Chapter 5 Location JP1 JP2 JP3 JP4 JP5 JP6 JP7 JP8 JP10 Description Internal Speaker Conn. (Left) Internal Speaker Conn. (Right) Internal K/B Conn. Touch Pad Board Conn. Bluetooth Conn.
Location JLVDS1 JMDC1 JPCM1 SW1 SW2 U10 U18 U16 Chapter 5 Description LVDS Conn. MDC Conn. Finger Printer Board Conn. Button Board Conn. PCMCIA Conn. Touch Pad button (Left) Touch Pad button (Right) South Bridge ICH9M Clock Generator ICS EC/ KBC ENE KB926 145 Internal Mic. Conn. (analog) Function Board Conn. Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Chapter 5 Location JP1 JP2 JP3 JP4 JP5 JP6 JP7 JP8 JP10 Description Internal Speaker Conn. (Left) Internal Speaker Conn. (Right) Internal K/B Conn. Touch Pad Board Conn. Bluetooth Conn.
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... Slot Mini Card Slot (WLAN) SO-DIMM Slot JDIMM2 JCPU1 SW3 SW4 U30 U23 U24 U32 U34 U36 SO-DIMM Slot CPU Socket WLAN Switch Bluetooth Switch North Bridge Giga LAN Controller (BCM5764M) DVI/ HDMI Switch (PI3HDMI412ADZBEX) Card Reader Host Controller (JMB385) PCMCIA Controller (OZ601TN) Audio Codec (ALC268) 146 Chapter 5 USB...
... Slot Mini Card Slot (WLAN) SO-DIMM Slot JDIMM2 JCPU1 SW3 SW4 U30 U23 U24 U32 U34 U36 SO-DIMM Slot CPU Socket WLAN Switch Bluetooth Switch North Bridge Giga LAN Controller (BCM5764M) DVI/ HDMI Switch (PI3HDMI412ADZBEX) Card Reader Host Controller (JMB385) PCMCIA Controller (OZ601TN) Audio Codec (ALC268) 146 Chapter 5 USB...
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...-24AR ADAPTER 90W 3PIN HIPRO AC-OL093B13P BATTERY LI-ION 6CELLS 4.4KAH SANYO 3S2P BATTERY LI-ION 9CELLS 7.2KAH SONY 3S3P Board POWER BUTTON BOARD Acer P/N AP.06501.013 AP.06503.016 AP.0650A.010 AP.09001.013 AP.09003.011 AP.0900A.001 BT.00603.044 BT.00904.003 55....TQ602.001 FUNCTION BOARD FINGER PRINT BOARD 55.TQ602.002 55.TQ602.003 BLUETOOTH BOARD MODEM BOARD (Lite-on) 54.TQ602.001 FX.22500.021 USB BOARD 55.TQ602.005 152 Chapter 6
...-24AR ADAPTER 90W 3PIN HIPRO AC-OL093B13P BATTERY LI-ION 6CELLS 4.4KAH SANYO 3S2P BATTERY LI-ION 9CELLS 7.2KAH SONY 3S3P Board POWER BUTTON BOARD Acer P/N AP.06501.013 AP.06503.016 AP.0650A.010 AP.09001.013 AP.09003.011 AP.0900A.001 BT.00603.044 BT.00904.003 55....TQ602.001 FUNCTION BOARD FINGER PRINT BOARD 55.TQ602.002 55.TQ602.003 BLUETOOTH BOARD MODEM BOARD (Lite-on) 54.TQ602.001 FX.22500.021 USB BOARD 55.TQ602.005 152 Chapter 6
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... Test DELTA DELTA Type Mg-A 65W 65W-DE Audio Codec Test Realtek ALC268 Back Cover Test B Cover Normal w/Camera Battery Test SANYO 6CELL2.2 SONY 9CELL2.4 Bluetooth Test Foxconn BT 2.0 Camera Test Suyin 0.3M DV Card Reader Test For all 5 in 1-Build in Card Bus 1 Test JMicron JMB385 CPU Test INTEL... TM-2007A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON Normal Type Battery SONY TM-2007A Li-Ion 3S3P SONY 9 cell 7200mAh Main COMMON Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300 Suyin 0.3M DV Camellia_2 5 in 1-Build in MS, MS Pro, SD, SC, XD JMicron JMB385 Card Reader: SD/MMC/MS/MS Duo...
... Test DELTA DELTA Type Mg-A 65W 65W-DE Audio Codec Test Realtek ALC268 Back Cover Test B Cover Normal w/Camera Battery Test SANYO 6CELL2.2 SONY 9CELL2.4 Bluetooth Test Foxconn BT 2.0 Camera Test Suyin 0.3M DV Card Reader Test For all 5 in 1-Build in Card Bus 1 Test JMicron JMB385 CPU Test INTEL... TM-2007A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON Normal Type Battery SONY TM-2007A Li-Ion 3S3P SONY 9 cell 7200mAh Main COMMON Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300 Suyin 0.3M DV Camellia_2 5 in 1-Build in MS, MS Pro, SD, SC, XD JMicron JMB385 Card Reader: SD/MMC/MS/MS Duo...