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... the opening of the fan. 11 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Sub woofer 2 Battery bay Description Emits low frequency sound output. (only for certain models) Houses the computer's battery pack. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 5 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with...
... the opening of the fan. 11 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Sub woofer 2 Battery bay Description Emits low frequency sound output. (only for certain models) Houses the computer's battery pack. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 5 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with...
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...* • AMD Athlon™ X2 dual-core processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • NVIDIA® nForce® MCP77MH • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules* Digital... microphone 402 (W) x 297 (D) x 41/43.9 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.69 x 1.61/1.73 inches) 3.90 kg (8.59 lbs.) with 2 HDDs and 8-cell battery pack* 3.80 kg (8.37 lbs.) with one HDD and 6-cell battery pack* Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot
...* • AMD Athlon™ X2 dual-core processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • NVIDIA® nForce® MCP77MH • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules* Digital... microphone 402 (W) x 297 (D) x 41/43.9 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.69 x 1.61/1.73 inches) 3.90 kg (8.59 lbs.) with 2 HDDs and 8-cell battery pack* 3.80 kg (8.37 lbs.) with one HDD and 6-cell battery pack* Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot
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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 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...General Information 46 Pre-disassembly Instructions 46 Disassembly Process 46 External Module Disassembly Process 47 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 47 Removing the Battery Pack 48 Removing the SD dummy card 48 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 49 Removing the Lower Covers 50 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 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...General Information 46 Pre-disassembly Instructions 46 Disassembly Process 46 External Module Disassembly Process 47 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 47 Removing the Battery Pack 48 Removing the SD dummy card 48 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 49 Removing the Lower Covers 50 Removing the DIMM...
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Table of Contents Replacing the SD Dummy Tray 128 Replacing the Battery 128 Troubleshooting 129 Common Problems 129 Power On Issue 130 No Display Issue 131 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 132 LCD Failure 133 Built-In ... Clearing Password Check 159 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 160 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 161 Aspire 7230/7530/7530G Exploded Diagram 162 Aspire 7230/7530/7530G FRU List 163 Screw List 171 Model Definition and Configuration 172 Aspire 7230/7530/7530G Series 172 Test Compatible Components 189 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 190...
Table of Contents Replacing the SD Dummy Tray 128 Replacing the Battery 128 Troubleshooting 129 Common Problems 129 Power On Issue 130 No Display Issue 131 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 132 LCD Failure 133 Built-In ... Clearing Password Check 159 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 160 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 161 Aspire 7230/7530/7530G Exploded Diagram 162 Aspire 7230/7530/7530G FRU List 163 Screw List 171 Model Definition and Configuration 172 Aspire 7230/7530/7530G Series 172 Test Compatible Components 189 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 190...
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... (D) x 41/43.9 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.69 x 1.61/1.73 inches) • 3.90 kg (8.59 lbs.) with 2 HDDs and 8-cell battery pack* • 3.80 kg (8.37 lbs.) with one HDD and 6-cell battery pack* Privacy control • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Communication •...
... (D) x 41/43.9 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.69 x 1.61/1.73 inches) • 3.90 kg (8.59 lbs.) with 2 HDDs and 8-cell battery pack* • 3.80 kg (8.37 lbs.) with one HDD and 6-cell battery pack* Privacy control • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Communication •...
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... Description Emits low frequency sound output (only for removal. Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Chapter 1 9 Battery release latch Battery lock Releases the battery for certain models). Only for certain models. Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses...
... Description Emits low frequency sound output (only for removal. Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Chapter 1 9 Battery release latch Battery lock Releases the battery for certain models). Only for certain models. Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses...
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...function. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. To set to -read status indicators. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. 10... Chapter 1 Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. They are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and Internet programs, but ...
...function. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. To set to -read status indicators. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. 10... Chapter 1 Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. They are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and Internet programs, but ...
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...8482; AA technology • Next generation NVIDIA® PureVideo™ HD video processor for full HD content decode and Playback with long battery life or with lower cost single core CPUs. • PowerMizer SX (System eXtensions) reduces system power usage. • Integrated Display ... The NVIDIA nForce® MCP77 family of integrated and discrete GPUs for longer battery life in MCP77. MCP77 also support innovative new hybrid-SLI functionality that increases performance and typical battery life for geometry, vertex and pixel processor2. Paired with link power management, ...
...8482; AA technology • Next generation NVIDIA® PureVideo™ HD video processor for full HD content decode and Playback with long battery life or with lower cost single core CPUs. • PowerMizer SX (System eXtensions) reduces system power usage. • Integrated Display ... The NVIDIA nForce® MCP77 family of integrated and discrete GPUs for longer battery life in MCP77. MCP77 also support innovative new hybrid-SLI functionality that increases performance and typical battery life for geometry, vertex and pixel processor2. Paired with link power management, ...
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TrueNav® Cursor and Menu Navigation Technology High Definition 128 x 8 Pixel Array Multiple battery-friendly operating modes @ 3.3V Built-in low power Finger Detection w/ remote wakeup capability USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface Specification Sanyo, Simplo, Sony, ... to infinity 65 x 9.0 x 5.30 (±0.20) OV7725 CMOS Sensor 350K Pixel 640 x 480 6.0µm x 6.0µm 3.98 (H) x 2.95 (V) Finger Print Board Features Item Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification TruePrint® and TrueMatch® Technology.
TrueNav® Cursor and Menu Navigation Technology High Definition 128 x 8 Pixel Array Multiple battery-friendly operating modes @ 3.3V Built-in low power Finger Detection w/ remote wakeup capability USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface Specification Sanyo, Simplo, Sony, ... to infinity 65 x 9.0 x 5.30 (±0.20) OV7725 CMOS Sensor 350K Pixel 640 x 480 6.0µm x 6.0µm 3.98 (H) x 2.95 (V) Finger Print Board Features Item Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification TruePrint® and TrueMatch® Technology.
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... diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash. 1. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Phlash utility. Chapter 2 41 NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you...
... diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash. 1. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Phlash utility. Chapter 2 41 NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you...
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... off the power to any of the sequence to avoid damage to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Remove the battery pack. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part No. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals...
... off the power to any of the sequence to avoid damage to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Remove the battery pack. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part No. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals...
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Removing the Battery Pack 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 Removing the SD dummy card 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to eject it. 48 Chapter 3 Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 Removing the SD dummy card 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to eject it. 48 Chapter 3 Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3.
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HDD1 Cover 3. Remove the HDD1 cover as shown. 50 Chapter 3 Removing the Lower Covers 1. Loosen the ten captive screws from the Memory, HDD1, and HDD2 Covers. Memory Cover HDD2 Cover 4. Carefully open the memory cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2.
HDD1 Cover 3. Remove the HDD1 cover as shown. 50 Chapter 3 Removing the Lower Covers 1. Loosen the ten captive screws from the Memory, HDD1, and HDD2 Covers. Memory Cover HDD2 Cover 4. Carefully open the memory cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2.
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Remove the Memory Module cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 3. Chapter 3 51 See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 48. 2. 5. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. Remove the battery. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Remove the HDD2 cover as shown.
Remove the Memory Module cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 3. Chapter 3 51 See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 48. 2. 5. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. Remove the battery. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Remove the HDD2 cover as shown.
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Step MXM Module Size M2.5*9 (NL) 3. Grasp the module and remove. Quantity 4 Screw Type 52 Chapter 3 Removing the MXM Module 1. Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2. Remove the four securing screws.
Step MXM Module Size M2.5*9 (NL) 3. Grasp the module and remove. Quantity 4 Screw Type 52 Chapter 3 Removing the MXM Module 1. Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2. Remove the four securing screws.
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Remove the two securing screws. Disconnect the TV Tuner cable from the module. 4. Remove the HDD2 cover. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 48. 2. Step Tv Tuner Module Size M2*3 (NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type Chapter 3 53 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 3. Removing the TV Tuner module 1.
Remove the two securing screws. Disconnect the TV Tuner cable from the module. 4. Remove the HDD2 cover. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 48. 2. Step Tv Tuner Module Size M2*3 (NL) Quantity 2 Screw Type Chapter 3 53 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 3. Removing the TV Tuner module 1.
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Removing the WLAN Module 1. See "Removing the TV Tuner module" on page 48. 2. NOTE: The following is the correct cable-color to connector designation: TR1 to Gray and TR2 to Black. 54 Chapter 3 NOTE: Some models come equipped with either a TV Tuner module or a Turbo RAM module. 6. 5. Remove the bracket from the WLAN board. Remove the TV Tuner module. Disconnect the antenna cables from the module. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 3. Remove the Tv Tuner module. Remove the battery.
Removing the WLAN Module 1. See "Removing the TV Tuner module" on page 48. 2. NOTE: The following is the correct cable-color to connector designation: TR1 to Gray and TR2 to Black. 54 Chapter 3 NOTE: Some models come equipped with either a TV Tuner module or a Turbo RAM module. 6. 5. Remove the bracket from the WLAN board. Remove the TV Tuner module. Disconnect the antenna cables from the module. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 3. Remove the Tv Tuner module. Remove the battery.
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Step HDD Size M2*3 Quantity 2 4. Remove the Battery Pack. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 48. 2. Screw Type NOTE: To prevent damage to remove. Remove the HDD1 cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 3. Remove the two securing screws. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Use the pull-tab to lift up the HDD module to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 56 Chapter 3
Step HDD Size M2*3 Quantity 2 4. Remove the Battery Pack. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 48. 2. Screw Type NOTE: To prevent damage to remove. Remove the HDD1 cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 3. Remove the two securing screws. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Use the pull-tab to lift up the HDD module to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 56 Chapter 3
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See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2. Loosen the captive screw securing the ODD module and remove the ODD cap. 3. Carefully use a screwdriver to push the locking catch and remove the ODD module. 4. Remove the Battery Pack. Grasp the module and pull out from the main unit. 58 Chapter 3 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1.
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2. Loosen the captive screw securing the ODD module and remove the ODD cap. 3. Carefully use a screwdriver to push the locking catch and remove the ODD module. 4. Remove the Battery Pack. Grasp the module and pull out from the main unit. 58 Chapter 3 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1.
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Locate and remove the nine securing screws as shown. Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to expose the Switch Cover. 4. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module fully to the outer casing. Step Switch Cover Switch Cover Size M2.5*3 Blue Callout M2.5*6.5 Red Callout Quantity 4 5 Screw Type 3. Lift the Switch Cover up and away. 62 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2. It is recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover. 1. Remove the Battery Pack.
Locate and remove the nine securing screws as shown. Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to expose the Switch Cover. 4. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module fully to the outer casing. Step Switch Cover Switch Cover Size M2.5*3 Blue Callout M2.5*6.5 Red Callout Quantity 4 5 Screw Type 3. Lift the Switch Cover up and away. 62 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 2. It is recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover. 1. Remove the Battery Pack.