Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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... is active. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Battery1 Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of a button. 4 Backup key Press...
... is active. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Battery1 Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of a button. 4 Backup key Press...
Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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Rear view # Icon 1 Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 7 Closed front view English 1 2 # Icon 1 2 Item Communication key Speakers Description Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G functions. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
Rear view # Icon 1 Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 7 Closed front view English 1 2 # Icon 1 2 Item Communication key Speakers Description Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G functions. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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English 10 Base view 1 6 2 5 4 3 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
English 10 Base view 1 6 2 5 4 3 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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... 39 Pre-disassembly Instructions 39 Disassembly Process 40 External Module Disassembly Process 41 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 41 Removing the Dummy Card 42 Removing the Battery Pack 42 Removing the SIM Card 43 Removing the Module Cover 44 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 45 Removing the DIMM Module 47 Removing...
... 39 Pre-disassembly Instructions 39 Disassembly Process 40 External Module Disassembly Process 41 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 41 Removing the Dummy Card 42 Removing the Battery Pack 42 Removing the SIM Card 43 Removing the Module Cover 44 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 45 Removing the DIMM Module 47 Removing...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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... 67 Removing the LED Board 68 Removing the CRT Board 71 Removing the Mainboard 73 Removing the Thermal Module 76 Removing the RTC Battery 77 Removing the Speaker Modules 77 Removing the LCD Module 78 LCD Module Disassembly Process 80 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 80 Removing the ...105 Replacing the Camera Board 106 Replacing the LCD Bezel 107 Main Unit Reassembly Process 110 Replacing the LCD Module 110 Replacing the RTC Battery 112 Replacing the Thermal Module 112 Replacing the Speakers 113 Replacing the Mainboard 115 Replacing the CRT Board 117 Replacing the LED Board ...
... 67 Removing the LED Board 68 Removing the CRT Board 71 Removing the Mainboard 73 Removing the Thermal Module 76 Removing the RTC Battery 77 Removing the Speaker Modules 77 Removing the LCD Module 78 LCD Module Disassembly Process 80 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 80 Removing the ...105 Replacing the Camera Board 106 Replacing the LCD Bezel 107 Main Unit Reassembly Process 110 Replacing the LCD Module 110 Replacing the RTC Battery 112 Replacing the Thermal Module 112 Replacing the Speakers 113 Replacing the Mainboard 115 Replacing the CRT Board 117 Replacing the LED Board ...
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Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Chapter 1 5 Battery Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of ...
Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Chapter 1 5 Battery Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of ...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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... an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 1 6 2 5 4 3 No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Hard disk bay Memory compartment Ventilation slots and cooling fan Battery lock Battery release latch Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's main memory. Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws...
... an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 1 6 2 5 4 3 No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Hard disk bay Memory compartment Ventilation slots and cooling fan Battery lock Battery release latch Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's main memory. Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws...
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.... Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 8 Chapter 1 Rear View No. 1 Icon Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is charging. 2. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated...
.... Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 8 Chapter 1 Rear View No. 1 Icon Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is charging. 2. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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... RISC core, with up to 4 Mbytes of external address space, running at up to 25 MHz. • 128-pin LQChipFP Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Specifications 6 Cell SIMPLO UM09F70 3S2P SANYO UM09F36 3S2P Li-ion SANYO 6 cell 5600mAh SAMSUNG...
... RISC core, with up to 4 Mbytes of external address space, running at up to 25 MHz. • 128-pin LQChipFP Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Specifications 6 Cell SIMPLO UM09F70 3S2P SANYO UM09F36 3S2P Li-ion SANYO 6 cell 5600mAh SAMSUNG...
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For example, if you want to any of the hardware components. Remove the battery pack. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The ...
For example, if you want to any of the hardware components. Remove the battery pack. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The ...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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External Module Disassembly Process NOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Dummy Card Remove Battery Remove SIM Card (Optional) Remove Lower Cover Remove HDD Remove DIMM Remove WLAN Board Remove 3G Board Screw List Step WLAN 3G Module Screw M2*3 M2*3 Quantity 1 1 Part No. 86.ARE07.002 86.ARE07.002 Chapter 3 41
External Module Disassembly Process NOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Dummy Card Remove Battery Remove SIM Card (Optional) Remove Lower Cover Remove HDD Remove DIMM Remove WLAN Board Remove 3G Board Screw List Step WLAN 3G Module Screw M2*3 M2*3 Quantity 1 1 Part No. 86.ARE07.002 86.ARE07.002 Chapter 3 41
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Press the card in to allow it to the unlock position. 42 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to spring out. 2. Removing the Dummy Card 1. Pull the dummy card out. Turn the computer over. 2.
Press the card in to allow it to the unlock position. 42 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to spring out. 2. Removing the Dummy Card 1. Pull the dummy card out. Turn the computer over. 2.
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Remove the SIM card. Chapter 3 43 See "Removing the Dummy Card" on page 42. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), grasp the battery edge closest to spring out. 3. 3. Press the SIM card in to allow it to the release latch and pull the battery up and away (2). 2 1 Removing the SIM Card 1.
Remove the SIM card. Chapter 3 43 See "Removing the Dummy Card" on page 42. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), grasp the battery edge closest to spring out. 3. 3. Press the SIM card in to allow it to the release latch and pull the battery up and away (2). 2 1 Removing the SIM Card 1.
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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... Covers Remove Upper Cover Remove Button Board Remove LED Board Remove CRT Board Remove I/O Board Remove Bluetooth Module Remove Thermal Module Remove Mainboard Remove RTC Battery Remove Speaker Module Remove LCD Module Chapter 3 51 Main Unit Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or...
... Covers Remove Upper Cover Remove Button Board Remove LED Board Remove CRT Board Remove I/O Board Remove Bluetooth Module Remove Thermal Module Remove Mainboard Remove RTC Battery Remove Speaker Module Remove LCD Module Chapter 3 51 Main Unit Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Removing the Speaker Modules 1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 73. 2. Removing the RTC Battery 1. Chapter 3 77 Remove the two (2) screws. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 73. 2. Carefully lift the battery out of the main board. Step Speaker Screw M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type.
Removing the Speaker Modules 1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 73. 2. Removing the RTC Battery 1. Chapter 3 77 Remove the two (2) screws. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 73. 2. Carefully lift the battery out of the main board. Step Speaker Screw M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type.
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Remove all heat pads are approved for use: • Eapus XR-PE 1. Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORTANT: Ensure all traces of thermal grease or pad adhesive from the CPU and thermal module using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent. 2. Place the thermal module on the main board. 112 Chapter 3 Replacing the RTC Battery 1. The following thermal pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. Push the RTC battery into the holder.
Remove all heat pads are approved for use: • Eapus XR-PE 1. Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORTANT: Ensure all traces of thermal grease or pad adhesive from the CPU and thermal module using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent. 2. Place the thermal module on the main board. 112 Chapter 3 Replacing the RTC Battery 1. The following thermal pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. Push the RTC battery into the holder.
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Replacing the SIM Card 1. Insert the SIM card into place. Push the battery down into the slot. Insert the battery outer edge into the slots. 2. Chapter 3 141 Replacing the Battery 1.
Replacing the SIM Card 1. Insert the SIM card into place. Push the battery down into the slot. Insert the battery outer edge into the slots. 2. Chapter 3 141 Replacing the Battery 1.
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Lock the battery. Replacing the Dummy Card 1. Insert the dummy card into the slot. 142 Chapter 3 3.
Lock the battery. Replacing the Dummy Card 1. Insert the dummy card into the slot. 142 Chapter 3 3.
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Check the power cable is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on OK Check Daughter/B & FFC Whether OK Swap AC /Battery NG to try OK Swap Daughter/B NG Re-plug PWR FFC Swap M/B Computer Shuts down Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals...time to correct the problem. Plug the computer directly into a known good electrical outlet. 4. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: SSttaarrtt OK Check AC/Battery Power on page 165. 144 Chapter 4 Remove any recently installed software. 6. Remove all external and non-essential hardware connected to the computer that are ...
Check the power cable is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on OK Check Daughter/B & FFC Whether OK Swap AC /Battery NG to try OK Swap Daughter/B NG Re-plug PWR FFC Swap M/B Computer Shuts down Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals...time to correct the problem. Plug the computer directly into a known good electrical outlet. 4. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: SSttaarrtt OK Check AC/Battery Power on page 165. 144 Chapter 4 Remove any recently installed software. 6. Remove all external and non-essential hardware connected to the computer that are ...
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... On ? Restart the computer. Chapter 4 145 No Reconnect SDRAM Module Ext. Make sure that the internal display is done by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. On this model). Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations...
... On ? Restart the computer. Chapter 4 145 No Reconnect SDRAM Module Ext. Make sure that the internal display is done by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. On this model). Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations...