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9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 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.
9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 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.
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...12 Lock 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 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the SD dummy card 45 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 46 Removing the Lower Covers 47 Removing the DIMM...
...12 Lock 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 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the SD dummy card 45 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 46 Removing the Lower Covers 47 Removing the DIMM...
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Locks the battery in position. Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Releases the battery for removal. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9
Locks the battery in position. Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Releases the battery for removal. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9
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... 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. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is active. Battery ...HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and...
... 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. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is active. Battery ...HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and...
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... PM40 platform • Intel Cantiga GL40 (667MHz FSB supported)/ Intel Cantiga PM40 (667/800/ 1066MHz FSB supported) • ICH9-M • ENE KB926 for Keyboard Controller, Battery management Unit. • JMICRON JMB385 for Card Reader, 5 in 1 controller. • Integrated VGA solution for CANTIGA GL40/ External VGA card for CANTIGA PM • REALTEK...
... PM40 platform • Intel Cantiga GL40 (667MHz FSB supported)/ Intel Cantiga PM40 (667/800/ 1066MHz FSB supported) • ICH9-M • ENE KB926 for Keyboard Controller, Battery management Unit. • JMICRON JMB385 for Card Reader, 5 in 1 controller. • Integrated VGA solution for CANTIGA GL40/ External VGA card for CANTIGA PM • REALTEK...
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... Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously ICH9M 2.0 2 Left Side KB926 88/89/93 Yes Yes Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification Sanyo AS07A Sony AS07A Simplo AS07A Panasonic AS07A Li-ion 4400 mAh 6 3 cells in series, 2 series...
... Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously ICH9M 2.0 2 Left Side KB926 88/89/93 Yes Yes Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification Sanyo AS07A Sony AS07A Simplo AS07A Panasonic AS07A Li-ion 4400 mAh 6 3 cells in series, 2 series...
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... the following conditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Chapter 2 35 If the battery pack does not contain enough power to use the Phlash utility. Execute the IFLASH.BAT batch file to update BIOS (Read xxxxx.fd to update...
... the following conditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Chapter 2 35 If the battery pack does not contain enough power to use the Phlash utility. Execute the IFLASH.BAT batch file to update BIOS (Read xxxxx.fd to update...
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..., you do the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that order. Remove the battery pack. Turn off the power to any of the hardware components. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. Main Screw List Screw...
..., you do the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that order. Remove the battery pack. Turn off the power to any of the hardware components. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. Main Screw List Screw...
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... inside assembly frame in that need to be removed during servicing. Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Remove SD Dummy Card Remove Express Dummy Card Remove Lower Covers Remove DIMM Modules Remove WLAN Antenna Remove HDD Module Remove ODD Module Remove WLAN...
... inside assembly frame in that need to be removed during servicing. Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Remove SD Dummy Card Remove Express Dummy Card Remove Lower Covers Remove DIMM Modules Remove WLAN Antenna Remove HDD Module Remove ODD Module Remove WLAN...
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Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 44 Chapter 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3. Turn computer over. 2. Removing the Battery Pack 1.
Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 44 Chapter 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3. Turn computer over. 2. Removing the Battery Pack 1.
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Quantity 2 1 Memory Cover HDD Cover Screw Type Chapter 3 47 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 46. 4. See "Removing the ExpressCard dummy card" on page 44. 2. Remove the three screws from the memory and WLAN bays and loosen the two captive screws on page 45. 3. Removing the Lower Covers 1. Carefully open the memory cover. See "Removing the SD dummy card" on the HDD cover. WLAN Cover Step Memory Cover Size M2.5*8 (NL) WLAN Cover M2.5*8 (NL) 5.
Quantity 2 1 Memory Cover HDD Cover Screw Type Chapter 3 47 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 46. 4. See "Removing the ExpressCard dummy card" on page 44. 2. Remove the three screws from the memory and WLAN bays and loosen the two captive screws on page 45. 3. Removing the Lower Covers 1. Carefully open the memory cover. See "Removing the SD dummy card" on the HDD cover. WLAN Cover Step Memory Cover Size M2.5*8 (NL) WLAN Cover M2.5*8 (NL) 5.
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See "Removing the Battery Pack" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. Push out the release latches on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 47. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Chapter 3 49
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. Push out the release latches on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 47. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Chapter 3 49
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Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 4. Move the antenna away and remove the two screws on page 47. 3. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Remove the WLAN cover. Removing the WLAN Module 1. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 (NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type 50 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2.
Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 4. Move the antenna away and remove the two screws on page 47. 3. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Remove the WLAN cover. Removing the WLAN Module 1. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 (NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type 50 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2.
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NOTE: To prevent damage to pull and lift the hard disk drive module out of it. 52 Chapter 3 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Use the pull-tab to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of the bay. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. Remove the HDD cover, See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2.
NOTE: To prevent damage to pull and lift the hard disk drive module out of it. 52 Chapter 3 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Use the pull-tab to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of the bay. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. Remove the HDD cover, See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2.
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Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Screw Type NOTE: A plastic screw driver is recommended to release the locking latch. Chapter 3 55 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*5(NL) Quantity 1 4. Carefully insert a screw driver to prevent scratching the surface of the computer.
Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Screw Type NOTE: A plastic screw driver is recommended to release the locking latch. Chapter 3 55 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*5(NL) Quantity 1 4. Carefully insert a screw driver to prevent scratching the surface of the computer.
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It is recommended that you only use your fingers to the outer casing. Chapter 3 59 Lift the Switch Cover as shown. Step Switch Cover Size M2*3(NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Locate and remove the two securing screws as shown, and move from right to expose the Switch Cover. 4. Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to remove the Switch Cover. 1. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module to left side.
It is recommended that you only use your fingers to the outer casing. Chapter 3 59 Lift the Switch Cover as shown. Step Switch Cover Size M2*3(NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Locate and remove the two securing screws as shown, and move from right to expose the Switch Cover. 4. Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to remove the Switch Cover. 1. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module to left side.
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Once both latches are released, lift the keyboard away from the chassis as shown. 4. Using a plastic pry, push in the two securing latches and slide the pry under the keyboard. 3. Removing the Keyboard 1. Turn the keyboard over on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the Touch Pad area to expose the FFC cable. Chapter 3 61
Once both latches are released, lift the keyboard away from the chassis as shown. 4. Using a plastic pry, push in the two securing latches and slide the pry under the keyboard. 3. Removing the Keyboard 1. Turn the keyboard over on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the Touch Pad area to expose the FFC cable. Chapter 3 61
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See "Removing the Antenna" on page 61. 5. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8(NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type 7. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 6. See "Removing the WLAN Module" on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 4. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 47. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the chassis. 66 Chapter 3 Disconnect the three LCD interface cables from the bottom of the chassis. Turn the computer over. Removing the LCD Module 1.
See "Removing the Antenna" on page 61. 5. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8(NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type 7. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 6. See "Removing the WLAN Module" on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 4. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 47. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the chassis. 66 Chapter 3 Disconnect the three LCD interface cables from the bottom of the chassis. Turn the computer over. Removing the LCD Module 1.
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See "Removing the DIMM Modules" on page 44. 2. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 (NL) Quantity 8 Screw Type 68 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 49. 6. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 50. 7. See "Removing the WLAN Module" on page 47. 5. Remove the eight screws on ...
See "Removing the DIMM Modules" on page 44. 2. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 (NL) Quantity 8 Screw Type 68 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 49. 6. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 50. 7. See "Removing the WLAN Module" on page 47. 5. Remove the eight screws on ...
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... the Touch Pad board, remove all components from the replaced Upper Cover and stick it to the Upper Cover and is reusable. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 68. 12. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Speaker Module" on page 46. 4. See "Removing the ExpressCard...
... the Touch Pad board, remove all components from the replaced Upper Cover and stick it to the Upper Cover and is reusable. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 68. 12. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Speaker Module" on page 46. 4. See "Removing the ExpressCard...