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...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 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the ... BIOS Flash Utility 37 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44 Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44 External Module Disassembly Process 45 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD ...
...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 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the ... BIOS Flash Utility 37 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44 Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44 External Module Disassembly Process 45 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD ...
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... 82 Removing the RJ-11 Port 83 Removing the Thermal Module 84 Removing the CPU 86 Removing the VGA Module 87 LCD Module Disassembly Process 88 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 Removing the LCD Bezel 89 Removing the Inverter Board 90 Removing the Camera Module 91 Removing the LCD Panel 93 Removing...
... 82 Removing the RJ-11 Port 83 Removing the Thermal Module 84 Removing the CPU 86 Removing the VGA Module 87 LCD Module Disassembly Process 88 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 Removing the LCD Bezel 89 Removing the Inverter Board 90 Removing the Camera Module 91 Removing the LCD Panel 93 Removing...
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..., group the screws with the corresponding components to disassemble the notebook computer for the different components vary in size. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge ...; Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Machine Disassembly and Replacement Chapter 3 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
..., group the screws with the corresponding components to disassemble the notebook computer for the different components vary in size. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge ...; Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Machine Disassembly and Replacement Chapter 3 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
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...*3 (VGA) 4 MA0000096G0 M2.5*3 (AMD_CPU) 4 AM01O000300 M2.5*3.2 (INTEL) 4 MA000006C00 DIS-THE-SCREW 1 AM043000D00 M2.5*4 5 MA0000005G0 44 Chapter 3 General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you do the...
...*3 (VGA) 4 MA0000096G0 M2.5*3 (AMD_CPU) 4 AM01O000300 M2.5*3.2 (INTEL) 4 MA000006C00 DIS-THE-SCREW 1 AM043000D00 M2.5*4 5 MA0000005G0 44 Chapter 3 General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you do the...
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...) Quantity 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 Color Black Black Black Black Silver Black Black Part No. External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to remove the main board, you...
...) Quantity 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 Color Black Black Black Black Silver Black Black Part No. External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to remove the main board, you...
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Switch Cover LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Touch Pad Bracket Launch Board Speaker I/O Board Bluetooth Board Modem Module ...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Switch Cover LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Touch Pad Bracket Launch Board Speaker I/O Board Bluetooth Board Modem Module ...
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Removing the Mainboard 1. Chapter 3 79 See "Removing the Upper Cover" on a clean surface, and disconnect the DC-IN cable as shown. Turn the lower base over on page 67. 3. Turn the base rightside up, and disconnect the bluetooth cable from the bottom right of the mainboard as shown. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 78. 4. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable can easily pass through the lower cover during mainboard disassembly. 5. See "Removing the Modem Module" on page 65. 2.
Removing the Mainboard 1. Chapter 3 79 See "Removing the Upper Cover" on a clean surface, and disconnect the DC-IN cable as shown. Turn the lower base over on page 67. 3. Turn the base rightside up, and disconnect the bluetooth cable from the bottom right of the mainboard as shown. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 78. 4. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable can easily pass through the lower cover during mainboard disassembly. 5. See "Removing the Modem Module" on page 65. 2.
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Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Remove the drives (see "Disassembly Process" on page 127. 5. Make sure that the internal display is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 179. Make sure the computer ...
Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Remove the drives (see "Disassembly Process" on page 127. 5. Make sure that the internal display is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 179. Make sure the computer ...
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... virus scan using up-to-date software to correct the problem. 1. If the computer is virus free. 3. Reboot the computer. 2. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. 5. c. Roll back the video driver to its highest level. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. If the Issue...time to ensure the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. 3. d. There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is correctly configured: a. Run the Windows Memory ...
... virus scan using up-to-date software to correct the problem. 1. If the computer is virus free. 3. Reboot the computer. 2. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. 5. c. Roll back the video driver to its highest level. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. If the Issue...time to ensure the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices. See "Disassembly Process" on page 44. 3. d. There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is correctly configured: a. Run the Windows Memory ...
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... operating system, and click Next. Disconnect all cables and jumpers on the HDD and ODD are required. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool.
... operating system, and click Next. Disconnect all cables and jumpers on the HDD and ODD are required. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool.
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... 1. Try an alternate cable, if available. Repeat for broken connectors on page 44. 134 Chapter 4 Listen to the ODD. b. See "Disassembly Process" on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. Check for bent or broken pins on page 44. Restart the computer and press F2 to..., motherboard, and cables. Check for bent or broken pins on page 44. Drive Read Failure If discs cannot be replaced. 4. a. See "Disassembly Process" on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. Retry reading the CD or DVD. d. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if...
... 1. Try an alternate cable, if available. Repeat for broken connectors on page 44. 134 Chapter 4 Listen to the ODD. b. See "Disassembly Process" on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. Check for bent or broken pins on page 44. Restart the computer and press F2 to..., motherboard, and cables. Check for bent or broken pins on page 44. Drive Read Failure If discs cannot be replaced. 4. a. See "Disassembly Process" on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. Retry reading the CD or DVD. d. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if...
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LCD Bezel 89 LCD Brackets 94 LCD Failure 127 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 LCD Panel 93 lower cover 49 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Mainboard 79 media access on indicator 10 MediaTouch Button Failure 138 Memory Check 124 Model Definition 166 Modem Failure 135 Modem Module 78 N ...
LCD Bezel 89 LCD Brackets 94 LCD Failure 127 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 LCD Panel 93 lower cover 49 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 58 Mainboard 79 media access on indicator 10 MediaTouch Button Failure 138 Memory Check 124 Model Definition 166 Modem Failure 135 Modem Module 78 N ...