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Aspire T650/E500 AcerPower F5 Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the AIPG/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
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DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
System Specifications Overview All the new Socket-T motherboards come with a socket protector that has to be removed before you fit the CPU. This is to prevent damage to the pins inside the CPU socket before the chip is inserted. The new CPU socket is known as Socket-T and the new processors will be of LGA775 type.
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Chipset ULI M1573 REALTEK ALC880 Controller Marvell 8EE8001 GigaLAN ITE IT8712 Controller General Features Provides a High Integration Bridge One EHCI USB 2.0 and three OHCI USB 1.1 Host Controllers for supporting up to eight USB ports Supports HS (480Mbits/sec), FS (12Mbits/sec) and LS (1.5Mbits/sec) data transfer rate Provides High Definition(HD) Audio/AC'97 2.3 compliant digital controller interface for third parties...
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Remark: ULI M1573 ( for reference) The M1573 integrates a High Definition (HD) Audio/AC'97 Host Controller, 2-channel dedicated Ultra-66/100/ 133 IDE Master controller, SATA Host Controller (4 SATA ports that can support SATA RAID 0,1,0+1) supporting Native Command Queue, USB 2.0/1.1 Host controllers, IO APIC controller, as well as 1/10/100 Mb/ s Fast Ethernet MAC layer and PCI Express interface.
Audio Codec : Realtek ALC880 (HD Codec) One UAJ (Universal Audio Jack) support (rear only) Remark UAJ : UAJ not only provides the ideal solution for multi-media and also user-friendliness for audio speaker installation. 5.1 Channel Audio Support Reserved disable function on BIOS side. Default is enabled. Controller : ULI M1573 compatible LAN Chip : Marvell 8EE8001 Should be worked under 10/100/1000 Mbs environment...
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On-Board Connectors 1 CPU Socket 2 Memory Socket 1 PCI Express x1 Slot 1 PCI Express x16 Slot 2 PCI Slots 1 FDD Slot 2 PATA IDE Slots 2 SATA IDE Slots 1 2*5 pin Intel FPIO sepecification USB pin connectors 3 1*5 pin USB pin connector 1 2nd serial port 1 CD-In 4pin connector (CD-ROM Audio Input)
Rear I/O Port Item PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector Parallel Port(LPT1) Serial Port(COM1) VGA Port USB Ports LAN Port 1394a Port Audio Ports Description To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the ower port (purple). The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.
Connector Information CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN/CASE FAN Illustration CPU_FAN SYS_FAN ATX12V Illustrator Pin No. +12V Sense Speed Control (Only for CPU Fan) PIN No. Definition Definition +12V +12V Chapter 1...
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ATX Power Illustration ATX Power Illustration Chapter 1 Definition 3.3V 3.3V Power Good 5V SB(stand by +5V) +12V +12V 3.3V(Only for 24pins ATX) Definition Hard disk LED(+) MSG LED(+) Hard disk LED(-) MSG LED(-) Reset Switch(-) Power Switch(+) Reset Switch(+) Definition 3.3V -12V...
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Audio1:Front Panel Audio Header Pin No. Definition PORT-FL PORT-FR ACZ-DET PORT-ER AGND SENSE B NO PIN PORT-EL SATA1/2/3/4: Serial ATA connectors Pin No. Definition Ground Ground Ground Chapter 1...
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COM2: Onboard serial port header(optional) Chapter 1 SPDIFO1:SPDIF out header Pin No. Definition 5V analog power No pin SPDIF digital output Ground 1394A2: Onboard IEEE 1394a headers(optional) Pin No. Definition TPA+ TPA- TPB+ TPB- Cable-Power Cable-Power Key Pin USB3/4: Front Panel USB header Pin No.
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COM2: Onboard serial port header(optional) CD_IN: Analog audio input header IR1: Infrared port Signal Name Definition NRTSB Request to send NCTSB Clear NRIB Ring Indicator Signal Name Definition CD in_L CD In left channel Ground Ground CD in_R CD In right channel Signal Name Definition Not connected...
Aspire T650 Front Panel Optical Device Power Button Speaker/Headphone Jjack Chapter 1 Description Description Floppy drive Microphone Jack USB Ports...
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Aspire E500 Front Panel Optical Driver Power Button Speaker/Headphone Jack Indicators Card Reader NOTE: The picture left is the front bezel with middle cover slided down. Description Description Optical Drive Eject Button USB Ports Microphone-in Jack Floppy Disk Drive IEEE 1394 Port...
Aspire T650/E500, AcerPower F5 Rear Panel Power Supply Voltage Select Switch PS/2 Keyboard Port Printer Port USB Ports Audio Jack Chassis Lock Pad NOTE: The IEEE 1394 port is an optional item. Description Description Power Cord Socket PS/2 Mouse Port Serial Port Monitor Connector RJ45 port...
System Peripherals The Aspire T630 and AcerPower F3 computer consist of the system itself, and system peripherals, like a mouse, keyboard and a set of speakers (optional). This section provides a brief description of the basic system peripherals. Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse.
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Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. For more detailed information about the speakers, please refer to the included operating instructions. NOTE: speakers are optional and the appearance might be different depending on the actual product.
Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. Users can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard drive, CD, or DVD. Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions: Create backup...
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In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/drivers and click Next. Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install. At first launch, Acer eRecovery prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window.
It is important to back up all data files before you use this option. Restart the system. While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt>+<F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. The message "The system has password protection. Please enter 000000:" is displayed.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations System Board Major Chip Item System Core Logic Super I/O Controller LAN Controller Memory Controller E-IDE Controller RJ45 Controller Audio Controller VGA Controller Keyboard Controller Processor Item Type Slot Speed Bus Frequency Voltage BIOS Item BIOS code programmer BIOS version BIOS ROM size BIOS ROM package...
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System Memory Item Memory Slot Number Supported Memory Size per Slot Supported Maximum Memory Size Supported Memory Speed Supported memory voltage Support memory module package Support to parity check feature Support to Error Correction Code (ECC) feature Memory module combinations VRM (Voltage Regulator Module) Function VRM Specification...
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IDE Interface Item IDE Controller IDE Controller Resident Bus Number 40 pin PATA slot Device Type Support Transfer Rate Support ATA Mode Number STAT IDE slot Device Type Support Supports LS-120 Supports bootable CD-ROM Function Control Diskette Drive Interface Item Diskette Drive Controller Diskette Drive Controller Resident Bus Supported Diskette Drive Formats...
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USB Port Item Location USB Class Wake-up Event Specifications Device Power Button PS2 Keyboard USB Keyboard WOR (wake on Ring) RTC (real time clock) Thermal Design Item Thermal Design Power On / Wake-up Event Item Power On/ Wake-Up Event Memory Address Map Address 0000000 - 009FFFF 00A0000-00BFFFF...
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IRQ Assignment Map IRQx IRQ0 Timer IRQ1 Keyboard IRQ2 Reserved IRQ3 Serial Port 2 IRQ4 Serial Port 1 IRQ5 Reserved IRQ6 Floppy Disk IRQ7 Parallel Port IRQ8 Real Time Clock IRQ9 IRQ10 IRQ11 IRQ12 PS/2 Mouse IRQ13 Numeric Processor IRQ14 Embedded Hard Disk IRQ15 Reserved...
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Environmental Requirements Item Temperature Operating Non-operating Humidity Operating Non-operating Vibration Operating (unpacked) Non-operating (packed) Shock Operating Drop Test Drop Test Definition The protection ability of packing & cushion must be capable of withstanding, with no physical or functional demage, mechanical impact from height-specific drops. Test Standard Package Cross Weight 0~9.1...
Power Management Function (ACPI support function) Device Standby Mode Independent power management timer for hard disk drive devices (0-15 minutes, time step=1 minute). Hard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface). Disable V-sync to control the VESA DPMS monitor. Resume method: device activated (Keyboard for DOS, keyboard &...
System Utilities BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required setting or to active certain system features. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the mainboard. When the power is turned off, the battery on the mainboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM.
Entering Setup Once enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as figure below) will appear on the screen. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu. CMOS Setup Utility -- Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Product Information Standard CMOS Setup Advanced BIOS Features...
Product Information CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Product Name: Aspire T650/E500/AP F5 System S/N: 00000000 Main Board ID: ERC410M Main Board S/N: 0000000 Asset Tag Number: Asset tag number: at least 2 System BIOS Version: R01-A3 SMBIOS Version: 2.3.1 System BIOS ID: R01-A3 BIOS Release Date: 06/16/05...
Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. System Date System Time Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Third IDE Slave Fourth IDE Master Fourth IDE Slave Floppy A : Move F9: Load Default Settings...
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Parameter IDE Primary/Secondary/ Allows you to configure the hard disk drive third/Fourth Master, Slave connected to the master port of IDE channel. To enter the IDE Master or Slave setup, press [Enter]. The IDE CD-ROM is always automatically detected. Floppy A The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A that has been installed in the computer.
Advanced BIOS Features The following screen shows the Advanced BIOS Features: CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Virus Warning Silent Boot Confuguration Table Quick Power On Self Test Removable Drives Hard Disk Drives CD/DVD Drives First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Boot Other Device...
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Parameter Virus Warning warning function for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection. If this function is enabled and there is someone attempt to write data into this area, BIOS will show a warning message on screen and the alarm will beep. Silent Boot This features allows you to enable or disable if the screen logo to display or no during POST...
Advanced Chipset Features This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. ANy changes can affect the operation of your computer. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Boot Graphics Adapter Piori UMA Frame Buffer Size : Move F9: Load Default Settings...
Integrated Peripherals All onboard peripherals can be set up through this menu. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. USB 2.0 Support USB Controller USB Keyboard Support USB Mouse Support AC97 & Azalia LINK A Onboard LAN function Onboard LAN boot ROM Onboard 1394 Controller Serial Port1 Address...
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Parameter Paraller Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode DMA Channel Paraller Port IRQ Chapter 2 Description This item allows users to manually set the address for Serial Port1&Port2 This item allows users to manually set the Parallel Port Mode This item allows users to manually set the DMA Channel for ECP value This item allows users to manually set the...
Power Management Setup The Power Management menu lets you configure your system to most effectively save energy while operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. ACPI function ACPI Suspend Type Hard Disk Power Down Mode...
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Parameter ACPI Function ACPI Suspend Type HDD Power Down Mode Soft-off by PWR-BTTN PWRON After PWR-BTTN Power On by Ring Wake-Up by PCI Card USB KB Wake Up From S3 Resume by Alarm Chapter 2 Description This item allows you to enable or disable the ACPI function This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function.
PC Health Status This section indicates the hardware information of the system including the CPU temperature, Ambient Temperature, CPU FAN, and System FAN speed. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Temperature Ambient Temperature CPU FAN Speed System FAN Speed Smart FAN Control : Move...
Frequency Control This page helps you to set up the frequency control of the motherboard. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Ratio Status: Unlocked (Max: 16, Min:14) Ratio Actual Value: 16 Auto Detect PCI Clk Spread Spectrum : Move F9: Load Default Settings Parameter...
Load Default Settings Selecting the field loads the factory defaults for BIOS and Chipset Features which the system automatically. detects. THis option opens a dialog box that lets you install optimized defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup Utility. Press <OK> and then <Enter> to install the defaults. Press <Cancel> and then <Enter> to not install the defaults.
Set Supervisor/User Password When this function is selected, the following message appears at the center of the screen to assist you in creating a password. Type the password, up to eight characters, and press<Enter>. The password typed now will clear any previously entered password from CMOS memory.
Save & Exit Setup Highlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Save and Exit dialog box appears, press <Y> to save and exit, or press <N> to return to the main menu.
Exit Without Saving Highlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Exit Without Saving dialog box appears, press <Y> to discard changes and exit, or press <N> to return to the main menu.
Machine Disassembly and Replacement To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge. Wire cutter. Phillips screwdriver (may require different size). NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatches when putting back the components.
General Information Before proceeding with the disassenbly procedure, make sure that you do the following: Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. Chapter 3...
Disassembly Procedure This section tells you how to disassemble the system when you need to perform system service. Please also refer to the disassembly video, if available. CAUTION: Before you proceed, make sure you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it. Chapter 3...
Aspire T650 Standard Disassembly Procedure Opening the System 1. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface. 2. Turn the housing down, slide the Lock-handle as shown , meanwhile slide the left side door out . Remove the ADD ON Cards 1.
3. Remove the TV Tuner Card. 4. Remove the Modem card. Remove the Cables 1. Disconnect the SPDIF and AUDIO cables. 2. Disconnect the USB and Card-reader Cables. USB Cable Card-reader Cable AUDIO Cable SPDIF Cable...
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3. Disconnect 12V power cable “ PD” and CPU fan power cable from the M/B. 12V power cable “ PD” 4. Disconnect the 4 Pin power cable “PE” from the master ODD, “PF” from the slave ODD. 5. Disconnect the ODD IDE cable from the master & slave ODD. 6.
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7. Disconnect the “PB” power cable from the master HDD, “PC” from the slave HDD. 8. Disconnect the two HDD SATA cables from the HDDs and M/B connector. 9. Disconnect the LED cable ASSY from the M/B Connector. 10. Disconnect the system fan power cable from the M/B Connector.
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11. Disconnect the ODD&FDD IDE and P1 power cable from the M/B connector. P1 power cable Remove the Memory Loose the DIMM Latch and pop out the two memory shown bellow. Remove the Heatsink module. Loosen the four screws , then remove the Heatsink. Remove the front bezel Release the three latches on the front bezel, then remove the front bezel.
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Remove the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader and HDD 1. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the master HDD out of the chassis. 2. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the slave HDD out of the chassis. 3. Release the FDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the Card-reader Module out of the chassis. 4.
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Release the ODD-Holder, meanwhile pull the Slave ODD out of the chassis, then the Master one. Removing the USB Module Remove the screw as shown bellow, detach the USB Module, then pull down the USB&Audio cable from the USB board. Removing the SPDIF Module Remove the screw as shown bellow and remove it.
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Remove the Mainboard Remove the eight screws and remove the Mainboard shown bellow. Remove the Power-supply Remove the four screws shown bellow and remove the Power-supply.
Aspire T650 Standard Reassembly Procedure Install the Power-supply Fit the Power-supply into the chassis, then fasten the four screws shown bellow. Install the Mainboard 1.Put the M/B into the chassis aligning the I/O connector , make sure M/B VIA hole fits the oriented STAND OFF on the chassis. 2.Fix the M/B with 8pcs screws by turn of number in the picture.
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Install the System Fan Fit the System Fan into the chassis , then fasten the four screws shown bellow. Install the SPDIF Module Fit the SPDIF Module into the chassis and fasten the screw to fix it. Install the USB Module Lead the USB&AUDIO cables into the chassis, fit the USB Module onto the chassis, then tight the screw shown bellow.
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Install the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader Module and HDD 1.Install the master ODD into the first ODD location, then install the slave ODD into the second ODD location, and slide the lock handle the lock the ODDs. 2.Install the FDD into the first 3.25” location, and slide the lock handle the lock it. 3.
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5. Install the master HDD into the second HDD location, then slide the lock handle the lock the HDD. Install the front bezel Lead the LED CABLE into the chassis hole, then fit the front bezel to the chassis. Install the Heatsink module. Fit the Heatsink onto the MB, then fasten the four screws shown bellow.
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2.Insert the memory2 into the DIMM SLOT2 shown here. Connect the Cables 1. Connect the ODD&FDD IDE and P1 power cable to the M/B connector. FDD cable ODD IDE cable P1 power cable 2. Connect the system fan power cable to the M/B Connector.
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3. Connect the LED cable ASSY to the M/B Connector. 4. Connect the two HDD SATA cables to the HDDs and M/B connector. 5. Connect the “PB” power cable to the master HDD, “PC” to the slave HDD. 6. Connect the FDD data and power cable to the FDD.
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7. Connect the ODD IDE cable to the master & slave ODD. 8. Connect the 4 Pin power cable “PE” to the master ODD, “PF” to the slave ODD. 9. Connect 12V power cable “ PD” and CPU fan power cable to the M/B. 12V power cable “...
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11. Connect the SPDIF and AUDIO cables. Install the ADD ON Cards 1. Insert the Modem Card into the PCI SLOT3. 2. Insert the TV Tuner Card into the PCI SLOT2. 3. Insert the VGA Card into the PCI-E slot, then rail the latch on to hold it. AUDIO Cable SPDIF Cable...
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4. Fit the PCI-Lock into the chassis to lock the ADD ON cards. Close the System Place the side door back to the original position, then slide the Lock-handle back to fasten it.
Aspire E500 Standard Disassembly Procedure Opening the System 1. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface. 2. Turn the housing down, slide the Lock-handle as shown , meanwhile slide the left side door out . Remove the ADD ON Cards 1.
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3. Remove the TV Tuner Card. 4. Remove the Modem card. Remove the Cables 1. Disconnect the SPDIF and AUDIO cables. 2. Disconnect the USB and Card-reader Cables. AUDIO Cable SPDIF Cable USB Cable Card-reader Cable...
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3. Disconnect 12V power cable “ PD” and CPU fan power cable from the M/B. 12V power cable “ PD” 4. Disconnect the 4 Pin power cable “PE” from the master ODD, “PF” from the slave ODD. 5. Disconnect the ODD IDE cable from the master & slave ODD. 6.
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7. Disconnect the “PB” power cable from the master HDD, “PC” from the slave HDD. 8. Disconnect the two HDD SATA cables from the HDDs and M/B connector. 9. Disconnect the LED cable ASSY from the M/B Connector. 10. Disconnect the system fan power cable from the M/B Connector.
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11. Disconnect the ODD&FDD IDE and P1 power cable from the M/B connector. P1 power cable Remove the Memory Loose the DIMM Latch and pop out the two memory shown bellow. Remove the Heatsink module. Loosen the four screws , then remove the Heatsink. Remove the front bezel 1.
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2. Remove the Top-cover ASSY form the chassis top. Remove the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader and HDD 1. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the master HDD out of the chassis. 2. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the slave HDD out of the chassis. 3.
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4. Release the FDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the Card-reader Module out of the chassis. 5. Release the ODD-Holder, meanwhile pull the Slave ODD out of the chassis, then the Master one. Removing the USB Module Remove the screw as shown bellow, detach the USB Module, then pull down the USB&Audio cable from the USB board.
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Remove the System Fan Remove the four screws and remove the system fan shown bellow. Remove the Mainboard Remove the eight screws and remove the Mainboard shown bellow. Remove the Power-supply Remove the four screws shown bellow and remove the Power-supply.
Aspire E500 Standard Reassembly Procedure Install the Power-supply Fit the Power-supply into the chassis, then fasten the four screws shown bellow. Install the Mainboard 1.Put the M/B into the chassis aligning the I/O connector , make sure M/B VIA hole fits the oriented STAND OFF on the chassis.
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Install the System Fan Fit the System Fan into the chassis , then fasten the four screws shown bellow. Install the SPDIF Module Fit the SPDIF Module into the chassis and fasten the screw to fix it. Install the USB Module Lead the USB&AUDIO cables into the chassis, fit the USB Module onto the chassis, then tight the screw shown bellow.
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Install the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader Module and HDD 1.Install the master ODD into the first ODD location, then install the slave ODD into the second ODD location, and slide the lock handle the lock the ODDs. 2.Install the FDD into the first 3.25” location, and slide the lock handle the lock it. 3.
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5. Install the master HDD into the second HDD location, then slide the lock handle the lock the HDD. Install the front bezel 1. Fit the Top-cover ASSY to the chassis top. 2. Lead the LED CABLE into the chassis hole, then fit the front bezel to the chassis.
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Install the Memory 1.Insert the memory1 into the DIMM SLOT1 shown here. 2.Insert the memory2 into the DIMM SLOT2 shown here. Connect the Cables 1. Connect the ODD&FDD IDE and P1 power cable to the M/B connector. P1 power cable 2.
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3. Connect the LED cable ASSY to the M/B Connector. 4. Connect the two HDD SATA cables to the HDDs and M/B connector. 5. Connect the “PB” power cable to the master HDD, “PC” to the slave HDD. 6. Connect the FDD data and power cable to the FDD.
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7. Connect the ODD IDE cable to the master & slave ODD. 8. Connect the 4 Pin power cable “PE” to the master ODD, “PF” to the slave ODD. 9. Connect 12V power cable “ PD” and CPU fan power cable to the M/B. 12V power cable “...
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11. Connect the SPDIF and AUDIO cables. Install the ADD ON Cards 1. Insert the Modem Card into the PCI SLOT3. 2. Insert the TV Tuner Card into the PCI SLOT2. 3. Insert the VGA Card into the PCI-E slot, then rail the latch on to hold it. AUDIO Cable SPDIF Cable...
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4. Fit the PCI-Lock into the chassis to lock the ADD ON cards. Close the System Place the side door back to the original position, then slide the Lock-handle back to fasten it.
AcerPower F5 Standard Disassembly Procedure Opening the System 1. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface. 2. Turn the housing down, slide the Lock-handle as shown , meanwhile slide the left side door out . Remove the ADD ON Cards 1.
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3. Remove the TV Tuner Card. 4. Remove the Modem card. Remove the Cables 1. Disconnect the SPDIF and AUDIO cables. 2. Disconnect the USB and Card-reader Cables. AUDIO Cable SPDIF Cable USB Cable Card-reader Cable...
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3. Disconnect 12V power cable “ PD” and CPU fan power cable from the M/B. 12V power cable “ PD” 4. Disconnect the 4 Pin power cable “PE” from the master ODD, “PF” from the slave ODD. 5. Disconnect the ODD IDE cable from the master & slave ODD. 6.
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7. Disconnect the “PB” power cable from the master HDD, “PC” from the slave HDD. 8. Disconnect the two HDD SATA cables from the HDDs and M/B connector. 9. Disconnect the LED cable ASSY from the M/B Connector. 10. Disconnect the system fan power cable from the M/B Connector.
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11. Disconnect the ODD&FDD IDE and P1 power cable from the M/B connector. P1 power cable Remove the Memory Loose the DIMM Latch and pop out the two memory shown bellow. Remove the Heatsink module. Loosen the four screws , then remove the Heatsink. Remove the front bezel Release the three latches on the front bezel, then remove the front bezel.
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Remove the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader and HDD 1. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the master HDD out of the chassis. 2. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the slave HDD out of the chassis. 3. Release the FDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the Card-reader Module out of the chassis. 4.
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Release the ODD-Holder, meanwhile pull the Slave ODD out of the chassis, then the Master one. Removing the USB Module Remove the screw as shown bellow, detach the USB Module, then pull down the USB&Audio cable from the USB board. Removing the SPDIF Module Remove the screw as shown bellow and remove it.
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Remove the Mainboard Remove the eight screws and remove the Mainboard shown bellow. Remove the Power-supply Remove the four screws shown bellow and remove the Power-supply.
AcerPower F5 Standard Reassembly Procedure Install the Power-supply Fit the Power-supply into the chassis, then fasten the four screws shown bellow. Install the Mainboard 1.Put the M/B into the chassis aligning the I/O connector , make sure M/B VIA hole fits the oriented STAND OFF on the chassis. 2.Fix the M/B with 8pcs screws by turn of number in the picture.
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Install the System Fan Fit the System Fan into the chassis , then fasten the four screws shown bellow. Install the SPDIF Module Fit the SPDIF Module into the chassis and fasten the screw to fix it. Install the USB Module Lead the USB&AUDIO cables into the chassis, fit the USB Module onto the chassis, then tight the screw shown bellow.
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Install the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader Module and HDD 1.Install the master ODD into the first ODD location, then install the slave ODD into the second ODD location, and slide the lock handle the lock the ODDs. 2.Install the FDD into the first 3.25” location, and slide the lock handle the lock it. 3.
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5. Install the master HDD into the second HDD location, then slide the lock handle the lock the HDD. Install the front bezel Lead the LED CABLE into the chassis hole, then fit the front bezel to the chassis. Install the Heatsink module. Fit the Heatsink onto the MB, then fasten the four screws shown bellow.
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2.Insert the memory2 into the DIMM SLOT2 shown here. Connect the Cables 1. Connect the ODD&FDD IDE and P1 power cable to the M/B connector. FDD cable ODD IDE cable P1 power cable 2. Connect the system fan power cable to the M/B Connector.
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3. Connect the LED cable ASSY to the M/B Connector. 4. Connect the two HDD SATA cables to the HDDs and M/B connector. 5. Connect the “PB” power cable to the master HDD, “PC” to the slave HDD. 6. Connect the FDD data and power cable to the FDD.
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7. Connect the ODD IDE cable to the master & slave ODD. 8. Connect the 4 Pin power cable “PE” to the master ODD, “PF” to the slave ODD. 9. Connect 12V power cable “ PD” and CPU fan power cable to the M/B. 12V power cable “...
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11. Connect the SPDIF and AUDIO cables. Install the ADD ON Cards 1. Insert the Modem Card into the PCI SLOT3. 2. Insert the TV Tuner Card into the PCI SLOT2. 3. Insert the VGA Card into the PCI-E slot, then rail the latch on to hold it. AUDIO Cable SPDIF Cable...
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4. Fit the PCI-Lock into the chassis to lock the ADD ON cards. Close the System Place the side door back to the original position, then slide the Lock-handle back to fasten it.
NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or regulations on how best to dispose it, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it.You can access to the website for the latest Parts version http://aicsl.acer.com.tw/spl/...