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...Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the ... BIOS Flash Utility 37 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44 Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44 External Module Disassembly Process 45 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD ...
...Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the ... BIOS Flash Utility 37 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44 Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44 External Module Disassembly Process 45 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD ...
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... 82 Removing the RJ-11 Port 83 Removing the Thermal Module 84 Removing the CPU 86 Removing the VGA Module 87 LCD Module Disassembly Process 88 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 Removing the LCD Bezel 89 Removing the Inverter Board 90 Removing the Camera Module 91 Removing the LCD Panel 93 Removing...
... 82 Removing the RJ-11 Port 83 Removing the Thermal Module 84 Removing the CPU 86 Removing the VGA Module 87 LCD Module Disassembly Process 88 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 Removing the LCD Bezel 89 Removing the Inverter Board 90 Removing the Camera Module 91 Removing the LCD Panel 93 Removing...
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... electrostatic discharge • Flat screwdriver • Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 43 Machine Disassembly and Replacement Chapter 3 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components. During the...
... electrostatic discharge • Flat screwdriver • Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 43 Machine Disassembly and Replacement Chapter 3 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components. During the...
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...*3 (NL) 8 MCDK03030G0 M2*3 (VGA) 4 MA0000096G0 M2.5*3 (AMD_CPU) 4 AM01O000300 M2.5*3.2 (INTEL) 4 MA000006C00 DIS-THE-SCREW 1 AM043000D00 M2.5*4 5 MA0000005G0 44 Chapter 3 General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order. Remove the battery pack. For example, if you want to the system and all power and signal cables...
...*3 (NL) 8 MCDK03030G0 M2*3 (VGA) 4 MA0000096G0 M2.5*3 (AMD_CPU) 4 AM01O000300 M2.5*3.2 (INTEL) 4 MA000006C00 DIS-THE-SCREW 1 AM043000D00 M2.5*4 5 MA0000005G0 44 Chapter 3 General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order. Remove the battery pack. For example, if you want to the system and all power and signal cables...
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For example, if you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order. MA000005YG0 MMCK20060G0 MA000005YG0 MA0000060G0 MAAA03032G0 MA000002NG0 MA0000060G0 Chapter 3 45 Screw List Step Memory Cover ....5*5(NL) M2*3 (NL) Quantity 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 Color Black Black Black Black Silver Black Black Part No. External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to remove the main board, you want to be...
For example, if you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order. MA000005YG0 MMCK20060G0 MA000005YG0 MA0000060G0 MAAA03032G0 MA000002NG0 MA0000060G0 Chapter 3 45 Screw List Step Memory Cover ....5*5(NL) M2*3 (NL) Quantity 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 Color Black Black Black Black Silver Black Black Part No. External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to remove the main board, you want to be...
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MA0000060G0 MA000005YG0 MA000007YG0 MA000005YG0 MA000007YG0 MA0000060G0 MA0000060G0 MA0000060G0 MA000007YG0 MA0000060G0 MA0000060G0 MA000007YG0 MA0000096G0 58 Chapter 3 Main Unit Disassembly 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 ...
MA0000060G0 MA000005YG0 MA000007YG0 MA000005YG0 MA000007YG0 MA0000060G0 MA0000060G0 MA0000060G0 MA000007YG0 MA0000060G0 MA0000060G0 MA000007YG0 MA0000096G0 58 Chapter 3 Main Unit Disassembly 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 ...
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See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 78. 4. See "Removing the Modem Module" on page 65. 2. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on a clean surface, and disconnect the DC-IN cable as shown. 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. Chapter 3 79 Removing the Mainboard 1. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable can easily pass through the lower cover during mainboard disassembly. 5.
See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 78. 4. See "Removing the Modem Module" on page 65. 2. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on a clean surface, and disconnect the DC-IN cable as shown. 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. Chapter 3 79 Removing the Mainboard 1. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable can easily pass through the lower cover during mainboard disassembly. 5.
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... occurs: • Fans start up • Status LEDs light up If there is discovered. 6. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 179. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by pressing Fn+F5. Restart the computer. Remove the drives (see "LCD...
... occurs: • Fans start up • Status LEDs light up If there is discovered. 6. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 179. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by pressing Fn+F5. Restart the computer. Remove the drives (see "LCD...
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... Motherboard. 6. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Minimize or close all Windows. Click and drag the Resolution slider to its highest level. e. Roll back the video driver... 4 Click Apply and check the display. There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is faulty and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on the desktop and select Personalize´ Display Settings. If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD ...
... Motherboard. 6. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Minimize or close all Windows. Click and drag the Resolution slider to its highest level. e. Roll back the video driver... 4 Click Apply and check the display. There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is faulty and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on the desktop and select Personalize´ Display Settings. If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD ...
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... more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. d. b. The Install Windows screen displays. e. Remove any key to start to ensure the computer is set correctly. 7. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to enter...
... more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. d. b. The Install Windows screen displays. e. Remove any key to start to ensure the computer is set correctly. 7. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to enter...
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.... a. Check for broken connectors on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. 134 Chapter 4 Check for broken connectors on the Information page. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. b. If the drive works with alternate discs, the original...
.... a. Check for broken connectors on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. 134 Chapter 4 Check for broken connectors on the Information page. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. b. If the drive works with alternate discs, the original...
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LCD Bezel 89 LCD Brackets 94 LCD Failure 127 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 LCD Panel 93 lower cover 49 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Mainboard 79 media access on indicator 10 MediaTouch Button Failure 138 Memory Check 124 Model Definition 166 Modem Failure 135 Modem Module 78 N ...
LCD Bezel 89 LCD Brackets 94 LCD Failure 127 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 LCD Panel 93 lower cover 49 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Mainboard 79 media access on indicator 10 MediaTouch Button Failure 138 Memory Check 124 Model Definition 166 Modem Failure 135 Modem Module 78 N ...