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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. IV Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic.
Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. IV Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic.
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...Problems 146 POST Codes Tables 147 Chipset POST Codes 147 Core POST Codes 149 Jumper and Connector Locations 157 Top View 157 Bottom View 158 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 159 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® ...
...Problems 146 POST Codes Tables 147 Chipset POST Codes 147 Core POST Codes 149 Jumper and Connector Locations 157 Top View 157 Bottom View 158 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 159 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® ...
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... in square brackets. If you may need to "disabled". You can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility. Press F2 to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. System Utilities Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is subject to parameter values. However, if you encounter configuration...
... in square brackets. If you may need to "disabled". You can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility. Press F2 to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. System Utilities Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is subject to parameter values. However, if you encounter configuration...
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...to go to. Use the following procedure as possible. 2. Chapter 4 129 Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3. If the... Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 195. Verify the symptoms by attempting to test only Acer products. Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 130 No Display Issue Page 131 LCD Failure Page 133 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 133...
...to go to. Use the following procedure as possible. 2. Chapter 4 129 Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3. If the... Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 195. Verify the symptoms by attempting to test only Acer products. Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 130 No Display Issue Page 131 LCD Failure Page 133 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 133...
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... power management settings in the BIOS to ensure they are not the cause of the problem (see "Boot" on page 144) and fan airways are not necessary to boot the computer to correct the problem. Disconnect the power and open the casing to check the Thermal Unit (see "Online... on , perform the following actions one at a time to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. If the Issue is properly connected to correct the problem. 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Computer Shutsdown Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to...
... power management settings in the BIOS to ensure they are not the cause of the problem (see "Boot" on page 144) and fan airways are not necessary to boot the computer to correct the problem. Disconnect the power and open the casing to check the Thermal Unit (see "Online... on , perform the following actions one at a time to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. If the Issue is properly connected to correct the problem. 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Computer Shutsdown Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to...
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... monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is done by one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. On this model). Remove any stored power by checking at least one at a time to... correct the problem. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external...
... monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is done by one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. On this model). Remove any stored power by checking at least one at a time to... correct the problem. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external...
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... and select Personalize´ Display Settings. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is more than one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Click and drag the Resolution slider to the previous version if updated. 7. Roll back the video driver to the desired resolution. If ...system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. b. d. Readjust if necessary. 6. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to correct the problem. 1. If HDD information is too dim at a time to ensure the computer is listed under Other Devices. 9. Reboot the computer. 2. c. There ...
... and select Personalize´ Display Settings. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is more than one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Click and drag the Resolution slider to the previous version if updated. 7. Roll back the video driver to the desired resolution. If ...system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. b. d. Readjust if necessary. 6. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to correct the problem. 1. If HDD information is too dim at a time to ensure the computer is listed under Other Devices. 9. Reboot the computer. 2. c. There ...
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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 4 133
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 4 133
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 134 Chapter 4 Touch Pad Failure If the Touch Pad doesn't work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 134 Chapter 4 Touch Pad Failure If the Touch Pad doesn't work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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... and not muted. 6. b. Click Mixer to verify that other audio applications are set mid range: a. Follow the onscreen prompts to correct the problem. 1. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. If the issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support ...Information" on page 195. Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to configure the speakers. 8. NOTE: If Speakers does not show, right-click...
... and not muted. 6. b. Click Mixer to verify that other audio applications are set mid range: a. Follow the onscreen prompts to correct the problem. 1. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. If the issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support ...Information" on page 195. Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to configure the speakers. 8. NOTE: If Speakers does not show, right-click...
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... the microphone and click Configure. Test the microphone hardware: a. Increase the volume to complete the test. 8. Navigate to correct the problem. Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the... problem. 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to Start´ Control...
... the microphone and click Configure. Test the microphone hardware: a. Increase the volume to complete the test. 8. Navigate to correct the problem. Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the... problem. 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to Start´ Control...
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... Next. Chapter 4 137 The System Recovery Options screen displays. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. Startup Repair attempts to resolve the problem. 4. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. d.... g. When complete, click Finish. Restart the computer and press F2 to correct the problem. 1. Remove any key to start to ensure the computer is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and ...
... Next. Chapter 4 137 The System Recovery Options screen displays. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. Startup Repair attempts to resolve the problem. 4. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. d.... g. When complete, click Finish. Restart the computer and press F2 to correct the problem. 1. Remove any key to start to ensure the computer is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and ...
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Try an alternate disc. 3. Check that the ODD device is noisy Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer and retry the operation. 2. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager.... 138 Chapter 4 Navigate to Start´ Computer. ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty: •...
Try an alternate disc. 3. Check that the ODD device is noisy Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer and retry the operation. 2. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager.... 138 Chapter 4 Navigate to Start´ Computer. ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty: •...
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...a time to Start´ Computer and right-click the writable ODD icon. Click Properties. Ensure that the media is moved to correct the problem. 1. If using different software, refer to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ AutoPlay. b. Check that the software ...exclamation marks against the items in the drive. If a device displays a down list. c. If the exclamation marker is set to correct the problem. 1. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. In the Desktop disc recording panel, ...
...a time to Start´ Computer and right-click the writable ODD icon. Click Properties. Ensure that the media is moved to correct the problem. 1. If using different software, refer to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ AutoPlay. b. Check that the software ...exclamation marks against the items in the drive. If a device displays a down list. c. If the exclamation marker is set to correct the problem. 1. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ System and Maintenance´ System´ Device Manager. In the Desktop disc recording panel, ...
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... ATAPI Model Name field on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to correct the problem. 1. Check for broken connectors on page 18. 3. Replace the ODD. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if applicable. c. b. c. See "...If discs cannot be replaced. 3. Play a DVD movie f. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to correct the problem. 1. Check for broken connectors on the Information page. Replace the ODD. NOTE: Check that the drive is identical to one of the ODDs...
... ATAPI Model Name field on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to correct the problem. 1. Check for broken connectors on page 18. 3. Replace the ODD. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if applicable. c. b. c. See "...If discs cannot be replaced. 3. Play a DVD movie f. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to correct the problem. 1. Check for broken connectors on the Information page. Replace the ODD. NOTE: Check that the drive is identical to one of the ODDs...
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Modem Function Failure If the internal Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. USB Failure (Rightside) If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 141
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Modem Function Failure If the internal Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. USB Failure (Rightside) If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 141
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Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: EasyTouch Button Failure If the Acer EasyTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 142 Chapter 4 Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: EasyTouch Button Failure If the Acer EasyTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 142 Chapter 4 Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Fingerprint Reader Failure If the Fingerprint Reader fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. MediaTouch Button Failure If the Acer MediaTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 143
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Fingerprint Reader Failure If the Fingerprint Reader fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. MediaTouch Button Failure If the Acer MediaTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 143
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 144 Chapter 4 Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: HDTV Switch Failure If the HDTV Switch fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 144 Chapter 4 Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: HDTV Switch Failure If the HDTV Switch fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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...MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Check Test Fixture is listed under Other Devices. 13. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. ... Remove and reinstall the mouse driver. 12. External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Try an alternative mouse. 2. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. If the...
...MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Check Test Fixture is listed under Other Devices. 13. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. ... Remove and reinstall the mouse driver. 12. External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Try an alternative mouse. 2. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. If the...