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  • Page 1 Aspire 4540/4240 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made to this Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2009 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Using the System Utilities ..........13 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) ......14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the LCD Module .........62 Removing the Upper Cover .
  • Page 9 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Aspire 4540/4240 Exploded Diagrams ........168 Main Module .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents...

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • System Memory Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules* •...

  • Page 12: Dimensions And Weight

    True 5.1-channel surround sound output • High-definition audio support • S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers • Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones • MS-Sound compatible • Communication Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* •...
  • Page 13 Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Environment Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% • NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.

  • Page 14: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 15: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour Following is a description of the functions and features available with this model. Front View Icon Chapter 1 Item Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication (only for webcam certain models). Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.

  • Page 16: Closed Front View

    Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the left (left, center* and and right mouse buttons. right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio- Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.

  • Page 17: Left View

    Left View Icon HDMI Chapter 1 Item DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector). USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g.

  • Page 18: Right View

    Right View Icon Rear View Item Ventilation slots Item USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active. indicator Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive.

  • Page 19: Bottom View

    WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Icon...

  • Page 20: Touchpad Basics (With Fingerprint Reader)

    Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader) The following items show you how to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader: Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the cursor. • Press the left (2) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and •...

  • Page 21: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.

  • Page 22: Windows Keys

    Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: : Open or close the Start menu <...

  • Page 23: Special Key

    Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav. With Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution, you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple swipe of your finger! For more information refer to the Acer Bio-Protection help files.

  • Page 24: Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)

    Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start...

  • Page 25: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Integrated VGA solution for RS880M / M92M2-XT Atheros AR8131-AL1E for Giga LAN Fan Speed (rpm) Core 2 2800 3100 3400 4000 4500 Core Package Acer P/N Voltage 25 W KC.SSI02.420 35 W KC.AQL02.640 35 W KC.AQL02.640 35 W KC.TRM02.720 35 W KC.TRM02.740 35 W KC.TZM02.820...
  • Page 26 BIOS ROM Size Supported Protocols BIOS Password control Features Specification Phoenix BIOS V0.06 Flash ROM SMBIOS 2.3 Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Support SMBIOS 2.3, PCI2.2 •...
  • Page 27 System Memory Item Memory Controller Built-in Memory Size 0MB (no on-board memory) DIMM socket number Supports Memory size per socket Support maximum memory size Support DIMM type DDR II SDRAM Support DIMM Speed 667/800MHz Support DIMM voltage +1.8V Support DIMM 200-pin package VGA Memory...
  • Page 28 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 Name Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage Item...
  • Page 29 Item Vendor & Model Toshiba MK1655GSX Name Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage Item Vendor &...
  • Page 30 Super-Multi Combo Module Item Vendor & model TOSHIBA TS- name L633B Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/ 10.8 sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage LCD 14” Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Display Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Display Mode...
  • Page 31 VGA Graphic Controller Item Type AMD M92XT Manufacturing Tech. 55 nm Form Factor 29mm*29mm Package Keyboard Item Keyboard Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Realtek ALC888 Azalia Codec Features •...
  • Page 32 Finger Print Reader Item Type Authentec AES1610 Power 3.0V – 3.6V single supply Detection Matrix • • Features • • • • • • WLAN Item Vendor and Model Foxconn Atheros AR5B91 Antenna PIFA Battery Item Vendor & model name •...

  • Page 33: System Utilities

    System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup.

  • Page 34: Information

    Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. Information M a i n C P U T y p e C P U T y p e C P U S p e e d C P U S p e e d H D D M o d e l N a m e : H D D M o d e l N a m e : H D D S e r i a l N u m b e r :...

  • Page 35: Main

    Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Information M a i n S y s t e m T i m e : S y s t e m T i m e : S y s t e m D a t e : S y s t e m D a t e :...

  • Page 36: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information M a i n S u p e r v i s o r P a s s w o r d I s S u p e r v i s o r P a s s w o r d I s U s e r P a s s w o r d I s U s e r P a s s w o r d I s...

  • Page 37: Setting A Password

    Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: C o n f i r m N e w P a s s w o r d Type a password in the “Enter New Password”...

  • Page 38: Changing A Password

    Changing a Password Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. E n t e r C u r r e n t P a s s w o r d C o n f i r m N e w P a s s w o r d Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter.

  • Page 39: Boot

    Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay. Information M a i n B o o t p r i o r i t y o r d e r : B o o t p r i o r i t y o r d e r : 1 : I D E 0 : W D C W D 5 0 0 0 B E V T - 2 2 Z A T 0 - ( S 1 )

  • Page 40: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information M a i n E x i t S a v i n g C h a n g e s E x i t S a v i n g C h a n g e s E x i t D i s c a r d i n g C h a n g e s E x i t D i s c a r d i n g C h a n g e s...

  • Page 41: Bios Flash Utilities

    BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.

  • Page 42: Dos Flash Utility

    DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1.
  • Page 43 The flash process begins as shown. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. Chapter 2...

  • Page 44: Winflash Utility

    Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays. WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: Double-click the WinFlash executable.Click Start. Make sure that AC power is plugged in and click OK to begin the update. Chapter 2...
  • Page 45 A progress screen displays. Chapter 2...

  • Page 46: Remove Hdd/Bios Password Utilities

    Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated along with an error code. Note down this code. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: In DOS mode, use the code generated previously to execute the command Unlock6.exe 09652 00 and then select option 2 to get the password.
  • Page 47 Removing BIOS Passwords: To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the RAM door and use a metal instrument to short the RST_RTC jumper. Cleaning BIOS Passwords To clear the password, perform the following steps: From a DOS prompt, Execute clnpwd.exe Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen.

  • Page 48: Miscellaneous Utilities

    NOTE: The following write examples (2 to 5) require a system reboot to take effect Example 1: Read DMI Information from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Chapter 2...

  • Page 49: Using The Lan Mac Eeprom Utility

    Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acer Asstag Example 2: Write Product Name to EEPROM Input: dmitools /wp AspireXXXX Example 3: Write Serial Number to EEPROM Input: dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789 Example 4: Write UUID to EEPROM Input: dmitools /wu Example 5: Write Asset Tag to EEPROM...
  • Page 50 In DOS mode, run the MAC.BAT file to write MAC values to eeprom. Chapter 2...

  • Page 51: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. NOTE: Some components may differ in appearance from those shown in the photographs in this chapter. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...

  • Page 52: General Information

    M2.46D 3.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK M2.5D 5L K 5.5D ZK NL CR3 M2.5D 10.0L K 5.5D ZK NL CR3 M3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI M2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI Quantity 86.PAA02.001 86.PAA02.002 86.PAA02.003 86.PAA02.004 86.PAA02.006 86.PAA02.007 Acer P/N Chapter 3...

  • Page 53: External Module Disassembly Process

    External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.

  • Page 54: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2).

  • Page 55: Removing The Sd Dummy Card

    Removing the SD Dummy Card 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot. Chapter 3...

  • Page 56: Removing The Lower Covers

    Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Loosen the five captive screws in the covers as shown. DIMM Cover WLAN Cover 3. Remove the DIMM Cover as shown. 4. Remove the WLAN Cover as shown. Cover Chapter 3...
  • Page 57 5. Remove the HDD Cover as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 58: Removing The Wlan Module

    Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Disconnect the two Antenna cables from the WLAN Module. NOTE: The white Antenna cable connects to the upper J2 terminal and the black Antenna cable to the lower J3 terminal.
  • Page 59 4. Remove the two screws securing the WLAN Module to the Lower Cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type WLAN Module M2*3 5. Remove the WLAN Module as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 60: Removing The Dimm Modules

    Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 61: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 2. Hold the Pull Tab and slide the HDD away from the connector. 3. Lift the HDD up as shown to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to HDD, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. Chapter 3...
  • Page 62 4. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the HDD to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*3 5. Lift the HDD carrier to remove. Chapter 3...

  • Page 63: Removing The Optical Disk Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 2. Remove the single screw securing the ODD module in place. Step ODD Module M2.5*5 3. Insert a suitable plastic tool as shown and push the ODD Module out of the bay. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
  • Page 64 4. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Bracket M2*3 5. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 6.

  • Page 65: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Remove Modules before Hinge Covers proceeding Remove Function Board Screw List Step Hinge Covers M2*3 Switch Cover M2.5*3 M2.5*10 Speaker Module M2.5*3 LCD Module M2.5*5 Upper Cover M2.5*10 M2.5*5 M2.5*3 Finger Print Reader M2*3 TouchPad Bracket...

  • Page 66: Removing The Hinge Covers

    Removing the Hinge Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the two screw caps and screws from the Hinge Covers. Step Hinge Covers M2*3 3. Slide the covers off the hinges in the direction of the arrows. IMPORTANT: The left and right Hinge Covers are shaped differently and marked L and R on the inside.

  • Page 67: Removing The Switch Cover

    Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that only fingers or a plastic pry are used to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2.
  • Page 68 6. Lift the left side of the Switch Cover away from the Upper Cover as shown. 7. Using a side-to-side motion to release the securing clips along the length of the Switch Cover, lift the cover away from the computer. 8.

  • Page 69: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 57. 2. Lift the keyboard from the center to clear the securing tabs on both sides of the Keyboard. 3. Push the Keyboard toward the LCD screen to expose the Keyboard FFC cable. 4.

  • Page 70: Removing The Speaker Module

    Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 59. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the Speaker Module. Step Speaker Module M2.5*3 3. Remove the adhesive tape securing the LCD cables to the Speaker Module. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the Speaker from the Upper Cover; the Speaker cable is attached to the Mainboard. 4.
  • Page 71 5. Disconnect the speaker cable as shown and remove the Speaker from the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 72: Removing The Lcd Module

    Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Speaker Module” on page 60. 2. Remove the adhesive tapes securing the Antenna cables to the Upper Cover. 3. Turn the computer over. Remove the two securing screws as shown. Step LCD Module M2.5*5 4.
  • Page 73 5. Push the Antenna cables through the casing as shown. 6. Remove the Antenna cables from the cable channel. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. 7. Rest the computer on the LCD Module and push the Antenna cables through the covers as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 74 8. Remove the Antenna cables from the cable channel. Ensure that the cables are free from the cable clips all the way to the hinge well. 9. Disconnect the LVDS cable from the Mainboard as shown. 10. Disconnect the Microphone cable from the Mainboard as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 75 11. Remove the two securing screws from the left LCD hinge. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*5 12. Peel back the adhesive strip from the left LCD Hinge as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 76 13. Remove the two securing screws from the right LCD hinge. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*5 14. Carefully remove the LCD Module from the chassis. Chapter 3...

  • Page 77: Removing The Upper Cover

    Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 62. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the fifteen screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover M2.5*10 (red call out) Upper Cover M2.5*5 (green callout) 3. Turn the computer over. Remove the two securing screws on the top panel. Step Upper Cover M2.5*5...
  • Page 78 4. Turn the computer over and disconnect the four FFC cables from the mainboard. Unlock the connector and disconnect A as shown. Unlock the connector and disconnect B as shown. Unlock the connector and disconnect C as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 79 5. Ease the lower casing outward to clear the securing clips. Pry apart the left side as shown, and lift the rear edge of the Upper Cover upward. 6. Repeat the process on the right side of the casing and remove the Upper Cover from the Lower Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 80: Removing The Finger Print Reader

    Removing the Finger Print Reader 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Remove the single securing screw on the bracket. Step Finger Print M2*3 Reader 3. Lift the bracket clear of the casing. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
  • Page 81 4. Hold down the Finger Print Board and lift the FFC, as shown, to disengage the adhesive. 5. Lift the Finger Print Reader clear of the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 82: Removing The Touchpad Bracket

    Removing the TouchPad Bracket IMPORTANT: The TouchPad is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Open the FFC locking latch as shown and remove the FFC. 3.
  • Page 83 5. Remove the two screws from the TouchPad Bracket. Step TouchPad M2*3 Bracket 6. Remove the TouchPad Bracket from the Upper Cover. Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...

  • Page 84: Removing The Rtc Battery

    Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the connections shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 85: Removing The Bluetooth Module

    Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the cable to the Lower Cover. 3. Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth Module. 4. Disconnect the cable from the Mainboard. Chapter 3...
  • Page 86 5. Remove the single securing screw and remove the module from the chassis. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Bluetooth Module M2*3 Chapter 3...

  • Page 87: Removing The Usb Board

    Removing the USB Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Open the FFC securing latch and remove the cable from the Mainboard connector. 3. Remove the single screw securing the USB Board to the Lower Cover. Step USB Board M2.5*3...

  • Page 88: Removing The Modem Module

    Removing the Modem Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the cable to the Modem. 3. Remove the two screws securing the module to the Mainboard. Step Modem Module M2*3 4. Lift the Modem Module clear of the Mainboard as shown. Size Quantity Screw Type...
  • Page 89 5. Turn the module over and disconnect the Modem cable. Remove the module from the Lower Cover. 6. Remove the Modem cable from the Mainboard cutout as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 90: Removing The Mainboard

    Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. See “Removing the Modem Module” on page 78. 3. Remove the single securing screw. Step Mainboard M2.5*3 4. Lift the mainboard right side first to remove it from the Lower Cover. Size Quantity Screw Type...

  • Page 91: Removing The Rj-11 Port

    Removing the RJ-11 Port 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80. 2. Turn the Lower Cover over and pull the Modem cable through the casing as shown. 3. Completely remove the Modem cable from the cable channel. 4. Turn the computer over. Pull the Modem cable completely through the casing as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 92 5. Remove the adhesive tape and lift the cable out of the cable channel as shown. 6. Detach the adhesive and lift the cable bundle out of the casing. 7. Remove the RJ-11 Port from the casing. Chapter 3...

  • Page 93: Removing The Thermal Module

    Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80. 2. Turn the Mainboard over and place on a clean surface. 3. Hold the fan cable connector and lift to disconnect from the mainboard. 4. Remove the four screws from the Thermal Module numerically, from 4 to 1. Step Thermal Module M 2.5*3.2...
  • Page 94 WARNING:To prevent damage to the Thermal Module or the CPU, hold and lift the Thermal Module by lifting both ends up and away at the same time. 5. Hold the module on both sides and lift it clear of the Mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 95: Removing The Cpu

    Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 83. 2. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise 180° to release the CPU. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the Mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 96: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step LCD Bezel M2.5*5 Camera Module M2.5*3 LCD Panel M2.5*5 M2.5*3 LCD Brackets M2*3 Remove LED Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LED Bezel Remove Camera Module Remove LED Panel Remove Remove LED FPC Cable...

  • Page 97: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 62. 2. Remove the six screw caps and screws as shown. Step LCD Bezel M2.5*5 3. Starting at the centre of the top edge, pry the inside of the bezel away from the screen. Work round the edges to pry the bezel away from the screen as shown.
  • Page 98 4. Lift the bezel away from the panel. Chapter 3...

  • Page 99: Removing The Camera Module

    Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 87. 2. Remove the single screw from the Camera Bracket as shown. Step Camera Module M2.5*3 3. Lift the Camera Bracket, right side first, clear of the casing. 4.

  • Page 100: Removing The Lcd Panel

    Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 89. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD hinges and the single LCD grounding screw. Step LCD Panel M2.5*5 (red callout) LCD Panel M2.5*3 (green callout) 3.
  • Page 101 4. Lift the LCD Panel out of the casing as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 102: Removing The Lcd Brackets And Fpc Cable

    Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 90. 2. Turn the LCD Panel over on a clean surface, and lift the cable as shown to detach the adhesive. 3. Grip the adhesive strip covering the LCD cable connector and pull it back (1). 4.

  • Page 103: Removing The Antennas

    Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 90. 2. Remove the strips holding the antenna cables in place. Ensure the cables are free from obstructions. 3. Remove the tab securing the left and right antennas to the LCD module and lift the antennas clear. 4.

  • Page 104: Removing The Mic Module

    Removing the MIC Module 1. See “Removing the Antennas” on page 93. 2. Remove the strips and tape holding the MIC Module cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 3. Remove the MIC cable and Module from the LCD module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 105: Lcd Module Reassembly Procedure

    LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the MIC Module 1. Replace the MIC Module in the LCD casing. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the cable runs as shown in the hinge well area to avoid trapping. Replacing the Antennas 1. Run the right side Antenna cable as shown in the hinge well to avoid trapping.
  • Page 106 3. Run the cable along the edge of the casing using all available cable clips. 5. Replace the Antenna in the casing as shown and secure it in place with the tape. 7. Run the left side Antenna cable as shown in the hinge well to avoid trapping.
  • Page 107 9. Run the cable as shown and replace the adhesive strip. 11. Run the cable along the edge of the casing using all available cable clips. 13. Ensure that the securing pin is properly located. Chapter 3 10. Run the cable as shown and replace the adhesive strip.

  • Page 108: Replacing The Lcd Panel

    Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Align the LCD brackets with the six screw holes (three on each side) on the LCD Panel as shown. 2. Replace the six securing screws in numeric order, from 1 to 3. 3. Turn the panel over. Insert the LCD Panel cable into the LCD Panel as shown (1).
  • Page 109 7. Replace the Camera Module cable bundle in the casing as shown. 8. Replace the three screws to secure the panel and grounding within the LCD module. IMPORTANT: When replacing the screws in the LCD brackets (red callout) do not use the screw holes marked with ‘X’.

  • Page 110: Replacing The Camera Module

    Replacing the Camera Module 1. Reconnect the LCD cable to the Camera Module. 3. Ensure that the locating pins are correctly seated. 5. Lower the bracket into place as shown 2. Place the Camera Module in the casing as shown. 4.

  • Page 111: Replacing The Lcd Bezel

    Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Place the Bezel on the casing bottom edge first 2. Press down the sides of the bezel, working toward and press in the areas marked to snap it into place. the top edge. 3. Press down the top edge to complete the process. IMPORTANT: Ensure there are no gaps between the casing and the Bezel.

  • Page 112: Main Module Reassembly Procedure

    Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. 2.

  • Page 113: Replacing The Thermal Module

    Replacing the Thermal Module WARNING:To prevent damage to the Thermal Module or the CPU, hold the Thermal Module by both ends at the same time. IMPORTANT: Ensure all heat pads / thermal compound are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. The following thermal pads are approved for use: Silmore GP50 •...
  • Page 114 3. Connect fan cable to the mainboard as shown. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Thermal Module M 2.5*3.2 Chapter 3...

  • Page 115: Replacing The Rj-11 Port

    Replacing the RJ-11 Port 1. Replace the RJ-11 Port in the casing as shown. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 5. Pull the cable through the casing completely. Chapter 3 2. Place the cable bundle in the casing and apply pressure to secure the adhesive in place.

  • Page 116: Replacing The Mainboard

    7. Insert the cable through the casing to the top side as shown. Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up. Place the Mainboard in the chassis, left hand edge first to allow the I/O Ports through the casing, then lower it into place. Be sure to align the securing pins and slide the RJ-11 cable through the groove in the main board as shown Chapter 3...
  • Page 117 2. Insert the single securing screw. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Mainboard M2.5*3 NOTE: Make sure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the lower cover, and the screw sockets are visible through the mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 118: Removing The Rtc Battery

    Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the connections shown. Replacing the USB Board 1. Insert the USB Board into the casing, ensuring that the USB Port is accessible through the case. 2.

  • Page 119: Replacing The Bluetooth Board

    3. Lock the connector and press down on the FFC securing latches to secure it on the casing. 4. Ensure the locating pins is correctly seated and replace the single securing screw. Step Size Quantity Screw Type USB Board M2.5*3 Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1.
  • Page 120 2. Replace the single securing screw. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Bluetooth Module M2*3 3. Reconnect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard and insert the cable into the cable channel on the Front Cover. 4. Reconnect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth Module and secure the cable in place with the tape. Chapter 3...

  • Page 121: Replacing The Modem Module

    Replacing the Modem Module 1. Connect the modem cable as shown. 2. Flip the modem board over and Replace the Modem Module on the Mainboard. 3. Align the screw sockets and replace the two screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Modem Module M2*3 Chapter 3...

  • Page 122: Replacing The Touchpad Bracket

    4. Secure the Modem cable in place with the adhesive tape. Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Place the TouchPad in the casing. 2. Replace the two securing screws. Chapter 3...
  • Page 123 3. Replace the adhesive strip for the TouchPad Bracket. 4. Replace the FFC and close the locking latch. 5. Run the cable along the Bracket and press down to secure it in place. Chapter 3...

  • Page 124: Replacing The Finger Print Reader

    Replacing the Finger Print Reader 1. Replace the Finger Print Reader in the Upper Cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Run the FFC along the TouchPad bracket, as shown, and press down to secure it in place. 3. Replace the FInger Print Reader Bracket rear edge first and lower it into place. Chapter 3...
  • Page 125 4. Replace the single securing screw. Chapter 3...

  • Page 126: Replacing The Upper Cover

    Replacing the Upper Cover WARNING:Care must be taken when replacing the Upper Cover to prevent damage or stress to the surface. 1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover, top right side first, and lower it into place. 2. Starting with the sides, press down all around the perimeter of the cover to secure it in place. Chapter 3...
  • Page 127 3. Reconnect the three FFC cables to the mainboard. 4. Connect A as shown and lock the connector. 5. Connect B as shown and lock the connector. 6. Connect C as shown and lock the connector. Chapter 3...
  • Page 128 7. Replace the two securing screws in the Upper Cover. Step Upper Cover M2.5*5 (red callout) Upper Cover M2.5*3 (green callout) 8. Turn the computer over. Replace the fifteen screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover M2.5*10 (red call out) Upper Cover M2.5*5 (green callout)

  • Page 129: Replacing The Lcd Module

    Replacing the LCD Module 1. Carefully align the LCD module over the hinge sockets and lower the module into the chassis, taking care not to trap the LCD cables. 2. Replace the two securing screws on the right hinge as shown. Step LCD Module M2.5*5...
  • Page 130 3. Replace the adhesive strip on the left hinge. 4. Replace the two securing screws on the left hinge as shown. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*5 5. Reconnect the Microphone cable to the Mainboard as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 131 6. Reconnect the LVDS cable to the Mainboard as shown. 7. Insert the Antenna cables through the casing, as shown, and pull through from the underside. NOTE: Ensure the cable is pulled completely through the casing. 8. Run the Antenna cables along the cable channel as shown, using all available cable clips. IMPORTANT: Run the cables as shown to avoid trapping when the Switch Cover is replaced.
  • Page 132 9. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cables in place. 10. Pull the Antenna through the casing into the WLAN bay as shown. 11. Turn the computer over. Replace the two securing screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*5 Chapter 3...

  • Page 133: Replacing The Speaker Module

    12. Replace the two pieces of adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables to the Upper Cover. Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Align and replace the Speaker Module in the lower case. IMPORTANT: Be sure the LVDS and microphone cables pass over the Speaker Module. 2.

  • Page 134: Replacing The Keyboard

    4. Replace the two securing screws as shown. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Speaker Module M2.5*3 Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the Keyboard on the Upper Cover, face up and reconnect the FFC cable to the Mainboard, making sure to lock it in place. Chapter 3...
  • Page 135 2. Insert the Keyboard, bottom edge first, into the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the five tabs are correctly seated. 3. Press down both sides of the keyboard to secure it in place. Chapter 3...

  • Page 136: Replacing The Switch Cover

    Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Place the Switch Cover on the Upper Case as shown. 2. Press down both sides of the Switch Cover to snap it into place. Chapter 3...
  • Page 137 3. Continue to press down as shown to correctly seat the Switch Cover on the Upper Cover. 4. Turn the computer over and replace the six securing screws as shown. Step Switch Cover M2.5*3 (red callout) Switch Cover M2.5*10 (green callout) Chapter 3 Size Quantity...

  • Page 138: Replacing The Hinge Covers

    Replacing the Hinge Covers IMPORTANT: The left and right Hinge Covers are shaped differently and marked L and R on the inside. Ensure that the correct cover is used during reassembly. 1. Align the Hinge Covers screw hole side up and slide them on to the hinge assemblies. 2.

  • Page 139: External Module Reassembly Process

    External Module Reassembly Process Replacing the ODD Module 1. Align the ODD Bezel as shown and press it into place. Close the ODD drawer. 2. Align the ODD Bracket as shown and replace the securing screws. 3. Push the ODD Module into the chassis as shown until the bezel is flush with the casing. Chapter 3...

  • Page 140: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    4. Replace the securing screw. Step ODD Module M2.5*5 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD carrier on the HDD. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
  • Page 141 2. Replace the four securing screws (two each side). Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*3 3. Place the HDD Module in the HDD bay as shown and slide it in the direction of the arrow to connect the interface.

  • Page 142: Replacing The Dimm Modules

    Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM Module flush with the connector and press down to lock in place. Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. Chapter 3...
  • Page 143 2. Replace the two screws to secure the module. Step WLAN Module M2*3 3. Connect the two antenna cables to the module. NOTE: The White cable goes to the upper terminal and the black cable to the lower terminal. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the cabling is replaced as shown to avoid trapping when the covers are replaced. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...

  • Page 144: Replacing The Lower Covers

    Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Lower Covers and secure the captive screws. DIMM Cover WLAN Cover Replacing the SD Dummy Card 2. Insert the SD Card and push into the slot until flush with the chassis cover. Cover Chapter 3...

  • Page 145: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then insert the battery and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the lock position. Chapter 3...
  • Page 146 Chapter 3...

  • Page 147: Troubleshooting

    Common Problems Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.

  • Page 148: Power On Issue

    Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 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 correct the problem. Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet.

  • Page 149: No Display Issue

    No Display Issue If the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn’t display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Make sure that the internal display is selected.

  • Page 150: Random Loss Of Bios Settings

    Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 42. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced.

  • Page 151: Lcd Failure

    LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective 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...

  • Page 152: Touchpad Failure

    Touchpad Failure If the Touchpad 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: Chapter 4...

  • Page 153: Sound Problems

    Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer. Navigate to Start Control Panel the Device Manager to determine that: The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. •...

  • Page 154: Internal Microphone Failure

    Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 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 correct the problem.

  • Page 155: Hdd Not Operating Correctly

    HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Disconnect all external devices. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. Run the Windows 7 Startup Repair Utility: insert the Windows 7 Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer.

  • Page 156: Odd Failure

    ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty: Audio CDs do not play when loaded •...
  • Page 157 Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. If the device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device has an exclamation mark, right-click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver.
  • Page 158 Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right-click ATA Device 0. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK. Repeat for the other ATA Devices shown if applicable. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.

  • Page 159: Usb Failure (Rightside)

    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: Modem Function Failure If the internal Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4...

  • Page 160: Wireless Function Failure

    Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN/WiMAX fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Bluetooth Function Failure If the Bluetooth fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: Start Reconnect the...

  • Page 161: Easytouch Button Failure

    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: Media Board Failure If the Media Board fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a...

  • Page 162: Fingerprint Reader Failure

    Fingerprint Reader Failure If the Fingerprint Reader fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 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: Start Reconnect the...

  • Page 163: External Mouse Failure

    External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Try an alternative mouse. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. See the mouse user manual.

  • Page 164: Intermittent Problems

    Issue” on page 138.): Power-off the computer. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack •...

  • Page 165: Post Codes Tables

    POST Codes Tables These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Sec: NO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatform\sec\Ia32\SecCore.inc) Code 0xC2 MTRR setup 0xC3 Enable cache 0xC4 Establish cache tags 0xC5 Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 0xCF Cache Init Finished Memory:...

  • Page 166: Bds & Specific Action

    Code 0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers 0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows 0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows 0x30 Perform steps required after memory init 0x31 Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers 0x32 Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable 0x33 Enable RCOMP 0x34...

  • Page 167: Each Peim Entry Point Used In 80_Port

    Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0x00 0x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG 0xA1 PEI_OEM_SERVICE 0xA2 PEI_SIO_INIT 0xA3 PEI_MONO_STATUS_CODE 0xA4 PEI_CPU_IO_PCI_CFG 0x06 PEI_CPU_IO 0x07 PEI_PCI_CFG 0xA5 PEI_CPU_PEIM 0xA6 PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE1 0xA7 PEI_VARIABLE 0xA8 PEI_SB_INIT 0x0C PEI_CAPSULE 0xAA PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE2 0xAC PEI_SB_SMBUS_ARP_DISABLED 0x0F PEI_HOST_TO_SYSTEM 0x40 PEI_MEMORY_INIT 0x41...
  • Page 168 Code 0xC4 SECURITY_STUB 0xC5 DXE_CPU_IO 0xC6 CF9_RESET 0xC7 PC_RTC 0xC8 STATUS_CODE 0xC9 VARIABLE EMU_VARIABLE 0xD9 DXE_CHIPSET_INIT 0x45 DXE_ALERT_FORMAT 0xD6 PCI_HOST_BRIDGE 0xD7 PCI_EXPRESS 0xD5 DXE_SB_INIT 0xDA IDE_CONTROLLER 0xDB SATA_CONTROLLER 0xDD SB_SM_BUS 0xE7 ISA_ACPI_DRIVER 0xE8 ISA_BUS 0xE9 ISA_SERIAL 0xED BUS_PCI_UNDI 0xEC PCI_BUS 0xF6 BOOT_PRIORITY 0xF7...
  • Page 169 Code 0x72 MONITER_KEY 0x73 LEGACY_BIOS 0x75 LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM 0x76 PCI_PLATFORM 0x6C ISA_FLOOPY 0x6D PS2_MOUSE 0x6E USB_BOT 0x6F USB_CBI0 0x74 USB_MOUSE 0xFA SETUP_UTILITY 0x90 FW_BLOCK_SERVICE 0x78 SMM_USB_LEGACY 0x86 GRAPHICS_CONSOLE 0x87 TERMINAL 0x8A DATA_HUB_STD_ERR 0x7C 0x7D PARTITION 0x7E ENGLISH 0x7F FRENCH 0x9E HII_DATABASE 0x9F OEM_SETUP_BROWSER 0x8C...

  • Page 170: Each Smmdriver Entry Point Used In 80_Port

    Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0xD4 SMM_ACCESS 0xDE SMM_CONTROL 0xCC SMM_BASE 0xD2 SMM_RUNTIME 0xDF SB_SMM_DISPATCH 0xD0 SMM_THUNK 0xCA SMM_ACPI_SW_CHILD 0xFE SMM_PLATFORM 0xD8 SMM_GMCH_MBI 0x90 SMM_FW_BLOCK_SERVICE 0x91 SMM_VARIABLE 0x92 SMM_IHISI 0x93 SMM_INT15_MICROCODE 0x94 SMM_PNP 0x95 SMM_INIT_PPM 0xD3 SMM_OEM_SERVICE Chapter 4...

  • Page 171: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Jumper and Connector Locations Top View VGA UMA Discrete Item Description ON/OFF Button JP11 Camera Connector JLVDS1 LCD Connector JP12 Speaker Connector Bluetooth Connector Chapter 5 Item Description VRAM VRAM Touch Pad Lock Button SW 2 Touch Pad (left) Button SW 3 Touch Pad (right) Button Chapter 5...

  • Page 172: Bottom View

    Item Touch Pad Connector FP/B Connector Fun/B Connector Bottom View VGA UMA Discrete VGA Item PJP3 AC-IN Connector JCRT1 CRT Connector JUSB2 USB Connector Description Item JMDCI Description Item JRJ45 PJ13 JHDMI1 Description USB Connector Keyboard Connector USB/B Connector Description RJ45 Connector HDMI Connector Chapter 5...

  • Page 173: Ls-4494P Fingerprint Board

    Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 4540/4240. Aspire 4540/4240 provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.

  • Page 174: Clearing Password Check

    Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Description Clear CMOS Jumper Memory bay Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, BIOS will ask the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is necessary to bypass the password check, users need to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the following steps: •...

  • Page 175: Bios Recovery By Crisis Disk

    BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed.
  • Page 176 Chapter 5...

  • Page 177: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.

  • Page 178: Aspire 4540/4240 Exploded Diagrams

    Aspire 4540/4240 Exploded Diagrams Main Module Item Description Middle Cover Speaker Hinge Cover_L Upper Cover Finger Print Reader F/P Reader Bracket Part No. Item Description 60.PAA02.004 23.PAA02.002 Thermal Module 42.PAA02.004 Hinge Cover_R 60.PBP02.001 Mainboard 55.PAA02.002 Lower Cover 33.PAA02.005 Part No.

  • Page 179: Base

    Base Item Description HDD Door MiniPCI Door Chapter 6 Part No. Item 42.PAA02.003 42.PAA02.001 Description Part No. Memory Cover 42.PAA02.002 Lower Cover 60.PBP02.005...

  • Page 180: Aspire 4540/4240 Fru List

    Aspire 4540/4240 FRU List Category Battery BATTERY SANYO AS-2007A LI-ION 3S2P SANYO 6 CELL 4400MAH MAIN COMMON NORMAL TYPE BATTERY SONY AS-2007A LI-ION 3S2P SONY 6 CELL 4400MAH MAIN COMMON NORMAL TYPE BATTERY PANASONIC AS-2007A LI-ION 3S2P PANASONIC 6 CELL 4400MAH MAIN COMMON PSS...
  • Page 181 UPPER CASE ASSY W/FP, INCL.TP / TP MYLAR UPPER CASE ASSY W/O FP, INCL.TP / TP MYLAR LOWER CASE MINI DOOR RAM DOOR W/E-RING & SCREW HDD DOOR W/RUBBER FOOT Chapter 6 Description Acer PN 50.PAA02.002 50.PAA02.003 27.TAVV5.001 27.TAVV5.002 27.TAVV5.003 27.TAVV5.004 27.TAVV5.005 27.TAVV5.006...
  • Page 182 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB ST9320325AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400RPM 500GB ST9500325AS WYATT SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400RPM 500GB MK5055GSX LIBRA SATA LF F/W:FG001J Description Acer PN 42.PAA02.004 42.PAA02.005 33.PBP02.001 33.PAA02.003 60.PAA02.004 33.PAA02.004 33.PAA02.005 KH.16004.006...
  • Page 183 Category HDD WD 2.5" 5400RPM 500GB WD5000BEVT-22ZAT0 ML250 SATA LF F/W:01.01A01 Keyboard KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 86KS BLACK US INTERNATIONAL TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 86KS BLACK GREEK TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14...
  • Page 184 Category KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK FR/ARABIC TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK US W/ CANADIAN FRENCH TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14...
  • Page 185 ANTENNA AUX (L) LCD BEZEL W/CMOS CAMERA BRACKET LVDS CABLE LCD BRACKET R&L CAMERA 0.3M ASSY LCD MODULE 14" WXGA GLARE W/ ANTENNA *3, CAMERA, IMR Chapter 6 Description Acer PN 6M.PBP02.003 LK.14005.006 LK.14005.008 LK.14006.009 LK.14008.001 LK.1400D.004 60.PAA02.005 50.PAA02.004 50.PAA02.005 60.PAA02.006...
  • Page 186 LED LCD SAMSUNG 14" WXGA GLARE LTN140AT01- G01 LF 220NIT 8MS 500:1 LED LCD LPL 14" WXGA GLARE LP140WH1-TLA1 LF 220NIT 8MS 500:1 LED LCD CMO 14" WXGA GLARE N140B6-L02 LF 220NIT 8MS 400:1 Description Acer PN LK.14005.006 LK.14005.008 LK.14006.009 LK.14008.001 LK.1400D.004 60.PAA02.005 50.PAA02.005...
  • Page 187 220NIT 8MS 500:1 LED LCD CMO 14" WXGA GLARE N140B6-L02 LF 220NIT 8MS 400:1 LCD COVER IMR ANTENNA AUX (L) ANTENNA MIMO (R-3X3) LCD BEZEL W/O CMOS Chapter 6 Description Acer PN 60.PAA02.005 50.PAA02.004 50.PAA02.005 60.PAA02.007 50.PBC02.001 33.PAA02.007 6M.PBP02.006 LK.14005.006 LK.14005.008...

  • Page 188: Screw List

    SCREW M2.5D 5L K 5.5D ZK NL CR3 SCREW M2.5D 10.0L K 5.5D ZK NL CR3 SCREW M2.5 3.9 ZK SCREW M3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI SCREW M2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI Description Description Acer PN 33.PAA02.006 50.PBC02.001 33.PAA02.007 MB.PFP02.001 MB.PFL02.001 60.PFM02.001 60.PJE02.001...
  • Page 189 Chapter 6...

  • Page 190: Model Definition And Configuration

    Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 4540/4240 Series Model Country AS4240- 122G25Mn AS4240- Thailand 121G32Mn AS4240- Thailand 101G32Mn AS4240- Thailand 121G25Mn AS4240- Thailand 101G25Mn AS4540- Singapore 322G32Mn AS4540- India 302G32Mn AS4540- Singapore 302G32Mn AS4540- India 302G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 302G32Mn AS4540- India...
  • Page 191 AS4540- Thailand 602G50Mn AS4540- Thailand 642G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 622G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 602G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 301G25Mn AS4540- Thailand 342G25Mn Country Acer Part No LX.PFP02.010 LX.PFP02.009 LX.PFP02.008 LX.PFP02.007 LX.PFP02.006 LX.PFP02.005 LX.PFP02.004 LX.PFP02.003 LX.PFP02.002 LX.PFP0C.022 LX.PFP0C.021 LX.PFP0C.020 LX.PFP0C.019 LX.PFP0C.018 LX.PFP0C.017 LX.PFP0C.016 LX.PFP0C.015 Description AS4540-604G32Mn W7HP64ATSG1 MC UMACFbk 2*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 192 501G16Mn AS4540- Thailand 502G25Mn AS4540- Thailand 542G25Mn AS4540- Thailand 522G25Mn AS4540- Philippines 521G16Mn AS4540- Philippines 521G25Mn Appendix A Country Acer Part No LX.PFP0C.014 LX.PFP0C.013 LX.PFP0C.011 LX.PFP0C.012 LX.PFP0C.010 LX.PFP0C.009 LX.PFP0C.008 LX.PFP02.001 LX.PFP0C.007 S2.PFP02.001 S2.PFP02.002 LX.PFP0C.006 LX.PFP0C.005 LX.PFP0C.003 LX.PFP0C.004 LX.PFP0C.002 LX.PFP0C.001 Description AS4540-322G25Mn LINPUSATH1 UMACFbk 1*2G/250/BT/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 193 Canada 503G32Mn AS4540- Canada 503G32Mn AS4540- Malaysia 521G25Mn AS4540- Malaysia 522G32Mn AS4540- ACLA- 302G25Mn Portuguese AS4540- Chile 302G25Mn Country Acer Part No LX.PFN0C.027 LX.PFN0C.026 LX.PFN0C.025 LX.PFN0C.024 LX.PFN0C.021 LX.PFN0C.023 LX.PFN0C.012 LX.PFN02.048 LX.PFN02.047 LX.PFN02.046 LX.PFN02.045 LX.PFN02.044 LX.PFN02.043 LX.PFN0C.022 LX.PFN02.042 LX.PFN02.041 LX.PFN0C.020 Description AS4540-503G32Mn LINPUSAXC2 UMACbk 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 194 AS4540- ACLA- 303G25Mn Portuguese AS4540- ACLA- 302G25Mn Spanish AS4540- Chile 302G25Mn AS4540- ACLA- 302G25Mn Spanish Appendix A Country Acer Part No LX.PFN0C.019 LX.PFN0C.018 LX.PFN0C.017 LX.PFN0C.016 LX.PFN0C.015 LX.PFN02.040 LX.PFN02.039 LX.PFN02.038 LX.PFN02.037 LX.PFN02.036 LX.PFN02.035 LX.PFN02.033 LX.PFN02.034 LX.PFN02.032 Description AS4540-302G25Mn LINPUSAEA4 UMACbk 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN62...
  • Page 195 Spanish AS4540- China 322G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 502G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 302G32Mn AS4540- Thailand 502G25Mn AS4540- Chile 503G32Mn Country Acer Part No LX.PFN02.031 LX.PFN02.030 LX.PFN01.001 LX.PFN0C.009 LX.PFN0C.014 LX.PFN02.022 LX.PFN02.028 LX.PFN02.029 LX.PFN02.025 LX.PFN0C.013 LX.PFN02.013 LX.PFN02.008 LX.PFN02.018 LX.PFN02.027 Description AS4540-302G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATEA3 MC UMACbk 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 196 302G32Mn AS4540- Malaysia 302G32Mn AS4540- Vietnam 302G32Mn AS4540- Philippines 302G32Mn AS4540- Malaysia 502G32Mn AS4540- Vietnam 502G32Mn Appendix A Country Acer Part No LX.PFN02.024 LX.PFN02.023 LX.PFN02.026 LX.PFN02.002 LX.PFN02.001 LX.PFN02.003 LX.PFN02.006 LX.PFN02.005 LX.PFN02.004 LX.PFN02.011 LX.PFN02.009 LX.PFN02.007 LX.PFN02.010 LX.PFN02.014 LX.PFN02.012 Description AS4540-503G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATEA3 MC UMACbk 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 197 Philippines 602G25Mn AS4540- Philippines 542G25Mn AS4540- Philippines 541G16Mn AS4540- Philippines 601G16Mn AS4540- Indonesia 521G25Mn AS4540- Philippines 621G16Mn Country Acer Part No LX.PFN02.017 LX.PFN02.016 LX.PFN02.015 LX.PFN02.019 LX.PFN02.021 LX.PFN02.020 LX.PFN0C.011 LX.PFN0C.010 LX.PFN0C.008 LX.PFN0C.004 LX.PFN0C.007 LX.PFN0C.006 LX.PFN0C.005 LX.PFN0C.003 LX.PFN0C.001 Description AS4540-502G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATVN1 MC UMACbk 1*2G/250/BT/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 198 AS4540-622G32Mn ATUM620 AS4540-602G32Mn ATUM600 AS4540-301G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-342G25Mn AAM340 AS4540-322G25Mn AAM320 AS4540-642G50Mn ATUM640 AS4540-502G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-522G32Mn ATM520 Appendix A Country Acer Part No LX.PFN0C.002 S2.PFN0C.001 Chip NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG NLED14WXGAG...
  • Page 199 Model AS4540-341G25Mn AAM340 AS4540-321G25Mn AAM320 AS4540-302G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-303G32Mn AAM300 AS4540-303G32Mn AAM300 AS4540-523G25Mn ATM520 AS4540-503G25Mn ATM500 AS4540-501G16Mn ATM500 AS4540-502G25Mn ATM500 AS4540-542G25Mn ATM540 AS4540-522G25Mn ATM520 AS4540-521G16Mn ATM520 AS4540-521G25Mn ATM520 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-504G50Bn ATM500 AS4540-504G50Bn ATM500 AS4540-521G32Mn ATM520 AS4540-303G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-302G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500...
  • Page 200 Model AS4540-302G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-302G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-302G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-302G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-303G25Mn AAM300 AS4540-501G25Mn ATM500 AS4540-504G50Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-504G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-501G25Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-322G32Mn AAM320 AS4540-502G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-302G32Mn AAM300 AS4540-502G25Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-503G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-502G32Mn ATM500 AS4540-502G32Mn ATM500...
  • Page 201 Model AS4540-541G16Mn ATM540 AS4540-601G16Mn ATUM600 AS4540-521G25Mn ATM520 AS4540-621G16Mn ATUM620 AS4540-522G25Mn ATM520 AS4540-323G25Mn AAM320 Model HDD 1(GB) AS4240-122G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4240-121G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4240-101G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4240-121G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4240-101G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-322G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-301G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-322G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn...
  • Page 202 Model HDD 1(GB) AS4540-522G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-341G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-321G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-302G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-303G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-303G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-523G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-503G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-501G16Mn N160GB5.4KS AS4540-502G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-542G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-522G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-521G16Mn N160GB5.4KS AS4540-521G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-504G50Bn N500GB5.4KS AS4540-504G50Bn N500GB5.4KS AS4540-521G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-303G25Mn N250GB5.4KS...
  • Page 203 Model HDD 1(GB) AS4540-302G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-302G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-302G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-302G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-303G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-501G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-504G50Mn N500GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-504G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-501G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-322G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-502G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-302G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-502G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-503G32Mn N320GB5.4KS AS4540-502G32Mn N320GB5.4KS...
  • Page 204 Model HDD 1(GB) AS4540-601G16Mn N160GB5.4KS AS4540-521G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-621G16Mn N160GB5.4KS AS4540-522G25Mn N250GB5.4KS AS4540-323G25Mn N250GB5.4KS Model AS4240-122G25Mn AS4240-121G32Mn AS4240-101G32Mn AS4240-121G25Mn AS4240-101G25Mn AS4540-322G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-301G32Mn AS4540-322G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-604G32Mn AS4540-524G32Mn AS4540-504G32Mn AS4540-642G50Mn AS4540-622G50Mn AS4540-602G50Mn AS4540-522G50Mn AS4540-502G50Mn AS4540-342G32Mn AS4540-321G32Mn AS4540-622G50Mn AS4540-602G50Mn AS4540-642G32Mn AS4540-622G32Mn AS4540-602G32Mn...
  • Page 205 Model AS4540-321G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-303G32Mn AS4540-303G32Mn AS4540-523G25Mn AS4540-503G25Mn AS4540-501G16Mn AS4540-502G25Mn AS4540-542G25Mn AS4540-522G25Mn AS4540-521G16Mn AS4540-521G25Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-504G50Bn AS4540-504G50Bn AS4540-521G32Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-521G25Mn AS4540-522G32Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn...
  • Page 206 Model AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-302G25Mn AS4540-303G25Mn AS4540-501G25Mn AS4540-504G50Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-504G32Mn AS4540-501G25Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-322G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-502G25Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-503G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-302G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-502G25Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-502G32Mn AS4540-502G25Mn AS4540-502G25Mn AS4540-502G25Mn AS4540-501G16Mn AS4540-521G16Mn AS4540-501G16Mn AS4540-602G25Mn AS4540-542G25Mn AS4540-541G16Mn AS4540-601G16Mn...
  • Page 207 Model AS4540-621G16Mn AS4540-522G25Mn AS4540-323G25Mn Card Reader Wireless LAN1 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN Bluetooth VOIP Phone BT 2.1 Appendix A...
  • Page 208 Appendix A...

  • Page 209: Test Compatible Components

    Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system ® functions are tested under the Windows 7 environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

  • Page 210: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows ® BOM_Name BRAND Adapter AS4540_UMACFbk Quanta Wistron AS4240_UMACbk Quanta Wistron Audio Codec AS4240_UMACbk Realtek AS4540_UMACFbk Realtek AS4540_UMACbk Realtek Battery AS4240_UMACbk SANYO AS4240_UMACbk SONY AS4240_UMACbk PANASONIC AS4240_UMACbk SIMPLO AS4240_UMACbk SIMPLO AS4240_UMACbk SIMPLO AS4540_UMACFbk SANYO AS4540_UMACFbk SONY AS4540_UMACFbk PANASONIC AS4540_UMACFbk SIMPLO AS4540_UMACFbk SIMPLO...
  • Page 211 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACbk PANASONIC AS4540_UMACbk SIMPLO AS4540_UMACbk SIMPLO AS4540_UMACbk SIMPLO Bluetooth AS4240_UMACbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACFbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACbk Foxconn Camera AS4240_UMACbk Suyin AS4240_UMACbk Chicony AS4540_UMACFbk Suyin AS4540_UMACFbk Chicony AS4540_UMACbk Suyin AS4540_UMACbk Chicony Card Bus1 AS4540_UMACFbk Realtek AS4540_UMACbk Realtek Card Reader AS4240_UMACbk AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk...
  • Page 212 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk Finger Print Reader AS4540G_M92XT51 Authentec 2CFbk AS4540_UMACFbk Authentec AS4240_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4240_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4240_UMACbk HGST AS4240_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4240_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4240_UMACbk HGST AS4240_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4240_UMACbk TOSHIBA Type ATUM620 CPU AMD Turion M620 2.5G 2M 35W Caspian...
  • Page 213 BOM_Name BRAND AS4240_UMACbk HGST AS4240_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4240_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4240_UMACbk HGST AS4240_UMACbk AS4540_UMACFbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACFbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACFbk HGST AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACFbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACFbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACFbk HGST AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACFbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACFbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACFbk HGST AS4540_UMACFbk Appendix B Type N320GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F N320GB5.4KS...
  • Page 214 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACFbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACFbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACFbk HGST AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACbk HGST AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACbk HGST AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACbk HGST AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk SEAGATE AS4540_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACbk HGST Type N500GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB ST9500325AS Wyatt SATA LF F/ W:0001SDM1 N500GB5.4KS...
  • Page 215 Type N500GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB WD5000BEVT-22ZAT0 ML250 SATA LF F/ W:01.01A01 AC4T Keyboard ACER AC4T JV40 Internal 14 Standard Black Texture AC4T Keyboard ACER AC4T JV40 Internal 14 Standard Black Texture AC4T Keyboard ACER AC4T JV40 Internal 14...
  • Page 216 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACbk Memory AS4240_UMACbk NANYA AS4240_UMACbk MICRON AS4240_UMACbk SAMSUNG AS4240_UMACbk HYNIX AS4240_UMACbk NANYA AS4240_UMACbk MICRON AS4240_UMACbk SAMSUNG AS4240_UMACbk HYNIX AS4540_UMACFbk NANYA AS4540_UMACFbk MICRON AS4540_UMACFbk SAMSUNG AS4540_UMACFbk HYNIX AS4540_UMACFbk NANYA AS4540_UMACFbk MICRON AS4540_UMACFbk SAMSUNG AS4540_UMACFbk HYNIX AS4540_UMACbk NANYA AS4540_UMACbk MICRON AS4540_UMACbk SAMSUNG AS4540_UMACbk...
  • Page 217 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACbk SAMSUNG AS4540_UMACbk HYNIX Modem AS4240_UMACbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACFbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACbk Foxconn Northbridge Chipset AS4240_UMACbk AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4240_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4240_UMACbk PANASONIC AS4240_UMACbk HLDS AS4240_UMACbk HLDS AS4240_UMACbk SONY AS4240_UMACbk SONY AS4240_UMACbk PLDS AS4540_UMACFbk PANASONIC AS4540_UMACFbk HLDS AS4540_UMACFbk PLDS AS4540_UMACFbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACFbk...
  • Page 218 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACFbk PANASONIC AS4540_UMACFbk HLDS AS4540_UMACFbk HLDS AS4540_UMACFbk SONY AS4540_UMACFbk SONY AS4540_UMACFbk PLDS AS4540_UMACbk PANASONIC AS4540_UMACbk HLDS AS4540_UMACbk PLDS AS4540_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACbk TOSHIBA AS4540_UMACbk PANASONIC AS4540_UMACbk HLDS AS4540_UMACbk HLDS AS4540_UMACbk SONY AS4540_UMACbk SONY AS4540_UMACbk PLDS Southbridge Chipset AS4240_UMACbk AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk Software AS4240_UMACbk...
  • Page 219 BOM_Name BRAND AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk VGA Chip AS4240_UMACbk None AS4540_UMACFbk None AS4540_UMACbk None WiFi Antenna AS4240_UMACbk AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACbk WLAN AS4240_UMACbk Foxconn AS4240_UMACbk Foxconn AS4240_UMACbk AS4240_UMACbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACFbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACFbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACFbk AS4540_UMACFbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACbk Foxconn AS4540_UMACbk AS4540_UMACbk Foxconn Appendix B Type McAfee Antivirus application McAfee...
  • Page 220 Appendix B...

  • Page 221: Online Support Information

    This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d.
  • Page 222 Appendix C...

  • Page 223: Index

    AFLASH Utility Antennas Battery Pack Removing 23–31 BIOS Utility Boot Exit Navigating Onboard Device Configuration Power Save and Exit Security System Security Bluetooth Module Removing Board Layout Top View Camera Module Common Problems computer on indicator DIMM Modules Removing Display EasyTouch Failure Euro External Module Disassembly...
  • Page 224 Flowchart Mainboard MediaTouch Button Failure Memory Check MIC Module Model Definition Modem Module Removing No Display Issue Removing Online Support Information Panel Bottom left Power On Failure RJ-11 Port Removing RTC Battery 74, 108 Removing SD Dummy Card Removing Speaker Module Removing Switch Cover Removing...

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