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... when you use the computer. 9 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. English 5 # Icon Item Description 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 3 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Power button...
... when you use the computer. 9 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. English 5 # Icon Item Description 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 3 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Power button...
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... an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., port external monitor, LCD projector). 4 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 5 Microphone-in jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
... an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., port external monitor, LCD projector). 4 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 5 Microphone-in jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom ... Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 ... Flowchart 54 Removing the Switch Cover 55 Removing the Keyboard 56 Removing the LCD Module 57 Removing the Upper Cover 61 VII
Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom ... Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 ... Flowchart 54 Removing the Switch Cover 55 Removing the Keyboard 56 Removing the LCD Module 57 Removing the Upper Cover 61 VII
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... the Right Speaker Module 102 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 103 Replacing the Power Board 104 Replacing the Upper Cover 104 Replacing the LCD Module 108 Replacing the Keyboard 113 Replacing the Switch Cover 114 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 114 Replacing the WLAN Module 116... Replacing the Battery 119 Troubleshooting 121 Common Problems 121 Power On Issue 122 No Display Issue 123 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 124 LCD Failure 125 Built-In Keyboard Failure 125 TouchPad Failure 126 Internal Speaker Failure 126 HDD Not Operating Correctly 128 ODD Failure 129 Wireless...
... the Right Speaker Module 102 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 103 Replacing the Power Board 104 Replacing the Upper Cover 104 Replacing the LCD Module 108 Replacing the Keyboard 113 Replacing the Switch Cover 114 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 114 Replacing the WLAN Module 116... Replacing the Battery 119 Troubleshooting 121 Common Problems 121 Power On Issue 122 No Display Issue 123 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 124 LCD Failure 125 Built-In Keyboard Failure 125 TouchPad Failure 126 Internal Speaker Failure 126 HDD Not Operating Correctly 128 ODD Failure 129 Wireless...
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• Headphone/Line out jack Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication • Wireless • 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot • ...
• Headphone/Line out jack Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication • Wireless • 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot • ...
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...the computer on and off . Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter... TouchPad Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer.
...the computer on and off . Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter... TouchPad Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer.
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Connect to audio line-out devices (e.g. speakers, headphones). Chapter 1 7 external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Rear View 1 No. 1 Icon Item Ventilation slots Left View Description Enable the computer to an Ethernet ...
Connect to audio line-out devices (e.g. speakers, headphones). Chapter 1 7 external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Rear View 1 No. 1 Icon Item Ventilation slots Left View Description Enable the computer to an Ethernet ...
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... Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Display Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) (also called...
... Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Display Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) (also called...
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... 3 Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire... disassembly sequence. Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be replaced. Turn off the power to remove the mainboard, you do the following stages: • External module...
... 3 Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire... disassembly sequence. Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be replaced. Turn off the power to remove the mainboard, you do the following stages: • External module...
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad... Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove CPU Screw List Step LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Power Board Left Speaker Module Right Speaker Module TouchPad Bracket Mainboard Thermal Module CPU Fan Screw M2.5*8 M2.5*8 ...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad... Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove CPU Screw List Step LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Power Board Left Speaker Module Right Speaker Module TouchPad Bracket Mainboard Thermal Module CPU Fan Screw M2.5*8 M2.5*8 ...
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Turn the computer over. Remove the two securing screws from the cable channel as shown. Chapter 3 57 Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the bottom of the chassis. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 56. 2. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. Removing the LCD Module 1.
Turn the computer over. Remove the two securing screws from the cable channel as shown. Chapter 3 57 Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the bottom of the chassis. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 56. 2. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. Removing the LCD Module 1.
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Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 58 Chapter 3 Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel. 4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. 6.
Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 58 Chapter 3 Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel. 4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. 6.
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Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to expose the Hinge Covers. 10. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to the Upper Cover. 8. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover. 7. Press the left side Hinge Cover inward, as shown. Chapter 3 59 Remove the black Antenna cable from the chassis. 11. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to remove the cover from the cable channel as shown, and lift to the hinge well. 9.
Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to expose the Hinge Covers. 10. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to the Upper Cover. 8. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover. 7. Press the left side Hinge Cover inward, as shown. Chapter 3 59 Remove the black Antenna cable from the chassis. 11. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to remove the cover from the cable channel as shown, and lift to the hinge well. 9.
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Lift the LCD Module clear of the hinges Screw Type 14. Remove the left and right screw covers from the LCD module. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from on top of the Upper Cover. 60 Chapter 3 Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 4 13. 12.
Lift the LCD Module clear of the hinges Screw Type 14. Remove the left and right screw covers from the LCD module. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from on top of the Upper Cover. 60 Chapter 3 Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 4 13. 12.
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Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 11 Screw Type 3. Remove the eleven screws on page 57. 2. Chapter 3 61 Removing the Upper Cover 1. Turn the computer over . Remove the three screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown. Turn the computer over . See "Removing the LCD Module" on the bottom panel.
Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 11 Screw Type 3. Remove the eleven screws on page 57. 2. Chapter 3 61 Removing the Upper Cover 1. Turn the computer over . Remove the three screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown. Turn the computer over . See "Removing the LCD Module" on the bottom panel.
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Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Work along the top edge and down the left side to lift up the outside edges of the bezel. 80 Chapter 3 See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 57. 2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw caps and screws. Continue along the right side toward the top of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to remove the bezel. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3. Removing the LCD Bezel 1.
Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Work along the top edge and down the left side to lift up the outside edges of the bezel. 80 Chapter 3 See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 57. 2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw caps and screws. Continue along the right side toward the top of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to remove the bezel. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3. Removing the LCD Bezel 1.
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Remove the Camera from the module. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 80. 2. Chapter 3 81 Removing the Camera Module 1. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3.
Remove the Camera from the module. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 80. 2. Chapter 3 81 Removing the Camera Module 1. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3.
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Screw Type 4. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Module as shown. 82 Chapter 3 Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. See "Removing the Camera Module" on page 81. 2. Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Panel. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 2 3. Removing the LCD Panel 1.
Screw Type 4. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Module as shown. 82 Chapter 3 Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. See "Removing the Camera Module" on page 81. 2. Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Panel. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 2 3. Removing the LCD Panel 1.
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5. Chapter 3 83 Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.
5. Chapter 3 83 Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.
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Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel brackets. Screw Type 84 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 6 3. Remove the six securing screws (three on page 82. 2. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on each side) from the LCD Panel.
Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel brackets. Screw Type 84 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 6 3. Remove the six securing screws (three on page 82. 2. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on each side) from the LCD Panel.