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... access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in the Aspire product series. The Aspire Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the model you...or features which are marked in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your computer, clicking on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. For instructions on your notebook. Please understand that due to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as ...
... access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in the Aspire product series. The Aspire Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the model you...or features which are marked in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your computer, clicking on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. For instructions on your notebook. Please understand that due to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as ...
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...'s controls like and right) the left and right buttons function like screen brightness and volume output. key Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for displaying system information. 5 English # Icon Item Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD... may vary by models). 4 Power button / Turns the computer on and off . / indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons (left The left...
...'s controls like and right) the left and right buttons function like screen brightness and volume output. key Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for displaying system information. 5 English # Icon Item Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD... may vary by models). 4 Power button / Turns the computer on and off . / indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons (left The left...
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... and controls I/O interface Environment • ACPI 3.0 • 48.84 W 4400 mAh • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* • 103-/104-/107-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support •...
... and controls I/O interface Environment • ACPI 3.0 • 48.84 W 4400 mAh • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* • 103-/104-/107-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support •...
Acer Aspire 5538 Series Service Guide
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... 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Notebook Tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Left View 6 Right View 7 Base View 8 Rear View 8 Indicators 9 TouchPad Basics 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Keys 14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 15 System Utilities 23... Drive Module 49 Removing the DIMM Module 52 Removing the WLAN Board 55 Main Unit Disassembly Process 58 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Removing the Keyboard 60 Removing the Upper Cover 62 Removing the Button Board 66 VII
... 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Notebook Tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Left View 6 Right View 7 Base View 8 Rear View 8 Indicators 9 TouchPad Basics 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Keys 14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 15 System Utilities 23... Drive Module 49 Removing the DIMM Module 52 Removing the WLAN Board 55 Main Unit Disassembly Process 58 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Removing the Keyboard 60 Removing the Upper Cover 62 Removing the Button Board 66 VII
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... Speaker Modules 127 Replacing the Power Board 129 Replacing the Touchpad Bracket 130 Replacing the Button Board 132 Replacing the Upper Cover 134 Replacing the Keyboard 138 External Module Reassembly Process 140 Replacing the WLAN Board 140 Replacing the DIMM Modules 141 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 143 Replacing the...
... Speaker Modules 127 Replacing the Power Board 129 Replacing the Touchpad Bracket 130 Replacing the Button Board 132 Replacing the Upper Cover 134 Replacing the Keyboard 138 External Module Reassembly Process 140 Replacing the WLAN Board 140 Replacing the DIMM Modules 141 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 143 Replacing the...
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Table of Contents No Display Issue 154 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 155 LCD Failure 156 Built-In Keyboard Failure 156 Touchpad Failure 157 Internal Speaker Failure 157 Internal Microphone Failure 159 HDD Not Operating Correctly 160 ODD Failure 161 USB ... Recovery 179 Clearing Password Check 179 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 180 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 181 Aspire 5538 Exploded Diagrams 182 Main Assembly 182 LCD Assembly 183 Aspire 5538 FRU List 184 Screw List 191 Model Definition and Configuration 192 Test Compatible Components 208 Windows XP Environment Test ...
Table of Contents No Display Issue 154 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 155 LCD Failure 156 Built-In Keyboard Failure 156 Touchpad Failure 157 Internal Speaker Failure 157 Internal Microphone Failure 159 HDD Not Operating Correctly 160 ODD Failure 161 USB ... Recovery 179 Clearing Password Check 179 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 180 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 181 Aspire 5538 Exploded Diagrams 182 Main Assembly 182 LCD Assembly 183 Aspire 5538 FRU List 184 Screw List 191 Model Definition and Configuration 192 Test Compatible Components 208 Windows XP Environment Test ...
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...™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control • BIOS user, ...; ACPI 3.0 • 48.84 W 4400 mAh • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* compliant Special keys and controls • 103-/104-/107-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support...
...™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control • BIOS user, ...; ACPI 3.0 • 48.84 W 4400 mAh • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* compliant Special keys and controls • 103-/104-/107-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support...
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Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye Webcam Microphone Description Web camera for sound recording. Internal microphone for video communication. For entering data into your hands when you use the ... which functions like the left and right) Palmrest Touchpad toggle Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Chapter 1 5 Display screen Power button/ indicator Keyboard TouchPad Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. Your Notebook Tour This section provides an overview of the features and functions of the notebook.
Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye Webcam Microphone Description Web camera for sound recording. Internal microphone for video communication. For entering data into your hands when you use the ... which functions like the left and right) Palmrest Touchpad toggle Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Chapter 1 5 Display screen Power button/ indicator Keyboard TouchPad Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. Your Notebook Tour This section provides an overview of the features and functions of the notebook.
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... upper right corner of numeric data entry. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Using the Keyboard Your Acer Aspire Series notebook has a close-to connect an external keypad. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Num Lock off... . To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock...
... upper right corner of numeric data entry. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Using the Keyboard Your Acer Aspire Series notebook has a close-to connect an external keypad. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Num Lock off... . To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock...
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Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as described. It can also ...
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as described. It can also ...
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Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Special Keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at ...the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. The US dollar sign 1. NOTE: This function varies according to the language settings. 14 Chapter 1 See www.microsoft.com...
Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Special Keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at ...the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. The US dollar sign 1. NOTE: This function varies according to the language settings. 14 Chapter 1 See www.microsoft.com...
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...Realtek ALC269X-GR for WLAN (full size) Suyin Rose_2G Specifications 20 Chapter 1 Integrated on mainboard • Supports 10/100/1000 mbps ACER AC7T JV50 103/104/107 Yes Yes Specification • Supports Application keys for Windows XP version Mini Card Item Number Supported Features ...8226; Headphone out • 1VP-P • Built-in Speaker • 2 Watt/8cc Chamber LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset Package Features Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Features Specification Realtek RTL8111CA-VB-GR GIGA LAN.
...Realtek ALC269X-GR for WLAN (full size) Suyin Rose_2G Specifications 20 Chapter 1 Integrated on mainboard • Supports 10/100/1000 mbps ACER AC7T JV50 103/104/107 Yes Yes Specification • Supports Application keys for Windows XP version Mini Card Item Number Supported Features ...8226; Headphone out • 1VP-P • Built-in Speaker • 2 Watt/8cc Chamber LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset Package Features Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Features Specification Realtek RTL8111CA-VB-GR GIGA LAN.
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For example, if you want to any of the sequence to avoid damage to remove the Mainboard, you must first remove the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that you do the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • ...
For example, if you want to any of the sequence to avoid damage to remove the Mainboard, you must first remove the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that you do the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • ...
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... Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Function Board Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module Remove Left Speaker Module Remove I/O Board Remove Power Socket Remove LCD...
... Process IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the final product color or configuration. Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Upper Cover Upper Cover Remove Function Board Lower Cover Remove Right Speaker Module Remove Left Speaker Module Remove I/O Board Remove Power Socket Remove LCD...
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IMPORTANT: The use excessive force when removing the keyboard and replace if any damage occurs. 1. Removing the Keyboard IMPORTANT: The keyboard is still attached. Unlock the six securing latches by pressing down with a suitable plastic tool then sliding along the back edge of ... 3 60 Turn the computer rightside up on the center of the keyboard to release the two tabs on page 45. 2. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the Keyboard from the Upper Cover as shown. Use plastic tools where available. 4. the Keyboard FFC is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care...
IMPORTANT: The use excessive force when removing the keyboard and replace if any damage occurs. 1. Removing the Keyboard IMPORTANT: The keyboard is still attached. Unlock the six securing latches by pressing down with a suitable plastic tool then sliding along the back edge of ... 3 60 Turn the computer rightside up on the center of the keyboard to release the two tabs on page 45. 2. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the Keyboard from the Upper Cover as shown. Use plastic tools where available. 4. the Keyboard FFC is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care...
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Turn the Keyboard over and lay down on the touch pad. 6. 5. Open the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown, then disconnect the FFC and remove the Keyboard. 61 Chapter 3
Turn the Keyboard over and lay down on the touch pad. 6. 5. Open the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown, then disconnect the FFC and remove the Keyboard. 61 Chapter 3
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Chapter 3 138 5. Turn the computer over and insert the screws to secure the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 18 Screw Type Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the FFC and close the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown.
Chapter 3 138 5. Turn the computer over and insert the screws to secure the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 18 Screw Type Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the FFC and close the Keyboard FFC securing latch as shown.
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Press down on the edges of the keyboard. An audible click indicates that the bottom tabs enter the slots in the upper cover. 3. 2. Insert the keyboard so that the securing clips have engaged. 139 Chapter 3
Press down on the edges of the keyboard. An audible click indicates that the bottom tabs enter the slots in the upper cover. 3. 2. Insert the keyboard so that the securing clips have engaged. 139 Chapter 3
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Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 153 No Display Issue Page 154 LCD Failure Page 156 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 156 Touchpad Failure Page 157 Internal Speaker Failure Page 157 Internal Microphone Failure Page 159 ODD Failure Page 161 ...Information" on page 191. Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a...
Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 153 No Display Issue Page 154 LCD Failure Page 156 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 156 Touchpad Failure Page 157 Internal Speaker Failure Page 157 Internal Microphone Failure Page 159 ODD Failure Page 161 ...Information" on page 191. Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a...
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Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 156 LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 156 LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.