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  • Page 1 Aspire 7730/7730G 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 on Aspire 7730/7730G Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2008 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 ..........16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) ......16 Launch Manager .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the Optical Drive Module ........60 Main Unit Disassembly Process .
  • Page 9 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Aspire 7730/7730G Exploded Diagrams ....... . .160 Upper Cover .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Display Port Test ..........194 USB Port Test .

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    • Audio Dolby-certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers and one subwoofer • supporting low-frequency effects S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers • Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones • Chapter 1 Chapter 1...

  • Page 12: Dimensions And Weight

    • Touch Pad pointing device • Empowering Key • Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ • Acer MediaTouch keys: play/pause, stop, previous, next and record keys • Volume wheel • Acer Media Center remote control* • I/O interface Acer EasyPort IV connector •...
  • Page 13 3 USB 2.0 ports • HDMI™ port with HDCP support • Consumer infrared (CIR) port • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out port with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port •...

  • Page 14: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 15: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View Icon Chapter 1 Item Acer PureZone Two internal stereo microphones for sound recording. Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication.

  • Page 16: Closed Front View

    Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Acer MediaTouch For use with Acer Arcade and other media keys playing programs. Power button Turns the computer on and off. Item CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control.

  • Page 17: Left View

    Left View Icon HDMI Chapter 1 Item Acer EasyPort IV Connects to Acer EasyPort IV. connector 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). HDMI Connects to a television or display device with HDMI input.

  • Page 18: Right View

    Right View Icon Rear View Icon Item Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer slot security lock. 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

    Bottom View Icon Chapter 1 Item Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch Memory Houses the computer's main memory. compartment Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Battery lock Locks the battery in position.

  • Page 20: Indicators

    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 21: Touch Pad Basics (With Fingerprint Reader)

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

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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 24: Hot Keys

    <Fn> + <Pg Up> <Fn> + <Pg Dn> <Fn> + <End> Function Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology.

  • Page 25: Special Key

    Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.

  • Page 26: Using The System Utilities

    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 You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: All Programs and click on Acer GridVista.

  • Page 27: Launch Manager

    Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is simple to set up: Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.

  • Page 28: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item CPU type CPU package Features CPU core voltage North Bridge Item Type Package Features CPU core voltage South Bridge Item Type Package Specification Intel® Penryn (dual core) Intel® 479 pin Micro-FCPGA Supports Intel architecture with Dynamic execution. On-die, primary 32-kB instruction cache and 32-kB write-back data cache.
  • Page 29 Item Features CPU core voltage CPU Fan True Value Table CPU Temp (°C) 3000 ± 100 3400 ± 100 3800 ± 100 4200 ± 100 System Clock Item System clock chip Package Clock Synthesizer Power Features Crystal and Oscillator Item Features Chapter 1 Upstream accelerated Hub architecture interface for access to...
  • Page 30 System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Memory module combinations Memory Combinations Slot 1 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB...
  • Page 31 Item Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Max. media transfer rate (disk- buffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer rate (host~buffe r, Mbytes/s) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance Combo Drive Module Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory...
  • Page 32 Item BIOS package Supported protocols BIOS password control LCD 15.4” Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption (watt)
  • Page 33 Item Features Power Item Chipset Features Chapter 1 Specification Unified Shader Architecture Support Microsoft® DirectX® 10 Shader Model 4 Geometry Instancing 2.0 SGI OpenGL® 2.0 Optimizations and support Adaptive PCI Express Interface High efficiency integrated adaptable and programmable Video Processor (VP2) Integrated Bit Stream Processor (BSP) NVIDIA PureVideo/Pure Video HD Technology Industry Video codec standard hardware acceleration...
  • Page 34 Memory Card Reader Item Type Features Item Type Features Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Features LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset Features Specification JMicron JMB385 Support 5-in-1 Card Reader (MS,MS pro, SD, MMC, xD) Compliant with SD Memory Card Specification Version 2.0 Compliant with MultiMediaCard Specification Version 4.1 Compliant with Memory Stick Standard Format Specification Version 1.4...
  • Page 35 FOXCON T60H928.11 Bluetooth miniUSB module Internal Mini USB solution with antenna Bluetooth 2.0+EDR Bluetooth control for BT optical mouse Specification Aspire series: New Acer Non-Ergo Keyboard 88-/89-/93-key Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Specification Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300 ITU-T V.92, V.90 Data Mode with auto-fallback to, V.34,...
  • Page 36 Item Normal voltage Charge voltage Specification 11.1V 16.0V Chapter 1...

  • Page 37: 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 38: Information

    Power Boot Intel (R) Core (TM)2 Duo CPU @ 2.40GHz 2.40GHz Hitachi HTS543516K9SA00 071129BB0C02WGHDKKGC Slimtype DVD A DS8A2S V0.15T2 Intel V1588 Aspire 4930 Acer 864BD4BE-6B22-5843-38D2-001B38D637FC F5/F6 Change Item Enter Select Submenu Description Rev. 3.5 Exit Setup Default Save and Exit...

  • Page 39: 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 Main Advanced System Time System Date Total Memory Video Memory Quick Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode ↑↓...

  • Page 40: Advanced

    Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options. IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjusting these items, we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values.
  • Page 41 Parameter Enter the USB Configuration menu. Configuration Chipset Enter the Chipset Configuration menu. Configuration ACPI Table/ Enter the ACPI Table/Features Control Features Control menu. Express Card Disable or Enable the Express Card solution for windows Standby and Hibernation. PCI Express Enter the PCI Port 1 to 6 configuration Root Port 1 to 6 menus.

  • Page 42: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main Advanced Supervisor Password Is: User Password Is: HDD Password Is: Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set Hdd Password Power on password ↑↓...

  • Page 43: 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: Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive).

  • Page 44: 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. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field.

  • Page 45: Power

    Power The Power screen allows the user to configure various CPU and power management options and device wakeup behavior. Information Main Advanced Advanced CPU Control Platform Power Management ACPI S3: Wake on PME Wake on Modem Ring Auto wake on S5 Quickly S4 Resume ↑↓...
  • Page 46 Parameter Platform Power Enter the Platform Power Management management menu. ACPI S3 Enable or Disable ACPI S1/S3 Sleep State Wake on PME Enable or Disable wake up when the system power is off and a PCI Power Management Enable wake up event occurs. Wake on Modem Enable or Disable wake up when the Ring...

  • Page 47: 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 Main Advanced Boot priority order: 1.

  • Page 48: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main Advanced Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes ↑↓ Help Select Item ←→ Exit Select Menu The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

  • Page 49: Bios Flash Utility

    BIOS Flash Utility 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 50: Remove Hdd/Bios Utility

    Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in wrong HDD password three times, HDD password error code displays. See the image • below. To reset the HDD password, run HDD_PW.EXE as follows: Key in hdd_pw 15494 0 Press 2.
  • Page 51 Remove BIOS Password: If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image below. To reset the BIOS password, run BIOS_PW.EXE as follows: Key in bios_pw 14452 0 Select one string from the list. Chapter 2...
  • Page 52 Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password. Chapter 2...

  • Page 53: 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. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...

  • Page 54: General Information

    General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2).

  • Page 57: 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 58: Removing The Expresscard Dummy Card

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

  • Page 59: Removing The Lower Covers

    Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 4. Loosen the ten captive screws from the Memory, HDD1, and HDD2 Covers. HDD1 Cover 5.

  • Page 60: Removing The Dimm Modules

    7. Remove the HDD2 cover as shown. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4.

  • Page 61: Removing The Mxm Module

    Removing the MXM Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. Remove the four securing screws. Step WLAN Module M2.5*9 (NL) 4. Grasp the module and remove. Removing the Turbo RAM module 1.
  • Page 62 3. Remove the three securing screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type WLAN Module M2*3 (NL) 4. Remove the bracket from the module. 5. Remove the Turbo RAM Module. NOTE: Some models come equipped with either a TV Tuner module or a Turbo RAM module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 63: Removing The Tv Tuner Module

    Removing the TV Tuner module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the HDD2 cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. Disconnect the TV Tuner cable from the module. 4. Remove the three securing screws. Step TV Tuner Module Chapter 3...

  • Page 64: Removing The Wlan Module

    5. Remove the bracket from the module. 6. Remove the TV Tuner module. NOTE: Some models come equipped with either a TV Tuner module or a Turbo RAM module. Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2.

  • Page 65: Removing The Hard Disk Drive1 Module

    NOTE: The following is the correct cable-color to connector designation: TR1 (left) to White, TR3 (middle) to Gray, and TR2 (right) to Black. 5. Move the cables away to avoid damaging the them, and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board.
  • Page 66 3. Remove the two securing screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M2*3 (NL) 4. Use the pull-tab to lift up the HDD1 module to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. Chapter 3...
  • Page 67 5. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the HDD to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M2*3 (NL) 6. Turn the HDD module upside down, and lift the HDD carrier up. Chapter 3...

  • Page 68: Removing The Hard Disk Drive2 Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive2 Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the HDD2 cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. Remove the two securing screws. Step HDD Carrier M2*3 (NL) 4. Use the pull-tab to lift up the HDD module and remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
  • Page 69 5. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the HDD to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M2*3 (NL) 6. Turn the HDD module upside down, and lift the HDD carrier up. 7. Remove the connector from the HDD. Chapter 3...

  • Page 70: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. Loosen the captive screw securing the ODD module and remove the ODD cap. 4.
  • Page 71 6. 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*2.5(NL) 7. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 8.

  • Page 72: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Switch Cover M2*3 (NL) LCD Module M2.5*8(NL) LCD Module M2.5*5 (NL) Upper Cover M2.5*8 (NL) Upper Cover M2.5*5 (NL) Touch Pad Bracket M2*3 (NL) Launch Board M2*3 (NL) Speaker M2*3 (NL) I/O Board M2.5*5 (NL)

  • Page 73: Removing The Switch Cover

    Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover. 1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2.

  • Page 74: Removing The Switch Board

    Removing the Switch Board 1. Remove the Switch Cover. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 63. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the Switch Board. Step Switch Board M2*3 (NL) 3. Disconnect the Switch Board to Ekey board FFC cable as shown. 4.

  • Page 75: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard 1. Remove the Switch Cover. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 63. 2. Grasp the keyboard and lift up to remove. 3. Lift the keyboard over and disconnect the keyboard FFC. 4. Remove the keyboard and place it on a clean surface. Removing the Modem Module 1.
  • Page 76 2. Remove the two securing screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Modem Module M2*3 (NL) 3. Using a plastic pry, partially lift up the module to expose the connector. 4. While holding the module, use the plastic tweezers to hold the connector and pull the module away to remove. Chapter 3...

  • Page 77: Removing The Antenna, Mic And Speaker Cables

    Removing the Antenna, MIC and Speaker Cables IMPORTANT:Ensure the Antenna Cables are free of any obstructions before attempting to remove. 1. Remove the WLAN Module. See “Removing the WLAN Module” on page 54. 2. Remove the HDD2 Module. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive2 Module” on page 58. 3.
  • Page 78 7. Gently pull the MIC and Speaker cables through the HDD housing. 8. Turn the computer on its side, and feed cables through to the upperside. 9. Pull the cables completely through. Remove Keyboard from this image. Chapter 3...

  • Page 79: Removing The Lcd Module

    Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the SD dummy card. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 3. Remove the Express dummy card. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 49. 4.
  • Page 80 13. Remove the single ground screw and four securing screws (two each side) connecting the LCD module. Step LCD Module M2.5*6.5 (NL) Red Callout Ground M2.5*3 (NL) Blue Callout 14. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...

  • Page 81: Removing The Upper Cover

    Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 69. 2. Place the computer upside down and remove the remaining eleven screws on the bottom panel. Step LCD Module M2.5*6.5(NL) 3. Turn the computer over and loosen the captive screw from the keyboard plate. 4.
  • Page 82 5. Disconnect the five cables from the mainboard as shown. IMPORTANT:When removing cables, always hold the cable by the pull-tab or by the connector. Do not hold the pull by the cable itself to prevent stripping. Disconnect A as shown. Release the securing latches and disconnect C as shown.
  • Page 83 Release the securing latches and disconnect E as shown. 6. Remove the four securing screws from the upper cover. 7. Grasp the Upper Cover by the hinge socket and pry it open. Do not lift the cover completely off. NOTE: Do not try to pry open more than one edge at a time. 8.
  • Page 84 9. Grasp the cover by the opposite edge and lift up to remove the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 85: Removing The Touch Pad

    Removing the Touch Pad 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Remove the Speaker Module. See “Removing the Speaker Module” on page 79. 3. Remove the Finger Print Reader Module. See “Removing the Finger Print Reader” on page 76. 4.

  • Page 86: Removing The Finger Print Reader

    Removing the Finger Print Reader 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Disconnect the cable as shown. 3. Disconnect the two FFC cables as shown. 4. Remove the four securing screw from the Finger Print Reader board. Step Launch Board M2*3 (NL)

  • Page 87: Removing The Launch Board

    5. Remove the bracket from the board. 6. Remove the Finger Print Reader board from the Upper Cover. Removing the Launch Board 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Lift up the locking latch and remove the FFC cable as shown. 3.
  • Page 88 Step Size Quantity Screw Type Launch Board M2*3 (NL) 4. Remove the Launch Board from the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 89: Removing The Speaker Module

    Removing the Speaker Module 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Remove four securing screws connecting the Speaker Module. Step Speaker Module M2*6 (NL) 3. Remove the Speaker Module from the upper cover. Removing the eKey Module 1.
  • Page 90 Step Size Quantity Screw Type Speaker M2*3 (NL) 4. Remove the module as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 91: Removing The Bluetooth Board

    Removing the Bluetooth board 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Remove the securing screw from the Bluetooth board. Step Bluetooth Board M2*3 (NL) 3. Lift the Bluetooth board away from the main board and disconnect the mainboard cable. 4.

  • Page 92: Removing The Subwoofer Module

    Removing the Subwoofer Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Remove the four securing screws from the Subwoofer Module. Step Subwoofer M2.5*4 (NL) Module 3. Grasp the cable by the end and guide it out of its housing as shown in the following images. IMPORTANT:The housing guides are hooked to hold the cable in place.

  • Page 93: Removing The Expresscard Module

    4. Grasp the Subwoofer Module and lift it up to remove. Removing the ExpressCard Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Remove the two securing screws. IMPORTANT:Do not grasp the cable itself to prevent fraying. Step Modem Module M2*3 (NL) 3.
  • Page 94 4. Lift the ExpressCard module away from the upper cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 95: Removing The Mainboard

    Removing the Mainboard 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Use the tweezers to lift and remove the tape strip securing the modem cable. 3. Disconnect the two cables connected to the motherboard. 4.

  • Page 96: Removing The Cpu Fan Module

    5. Pull the edge of the lower base outward and lift the motherboard up to remove. Removing the CPU Fan Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 85. 3.

  • Page 97: Removing The Cpu

    6. Lift the cover to expose the single securing screw. Remove the screw. Step Mainboard M2.5*6.5 (NL) 7. Lift the Fan module clear of the Mainboard. Removing the CPU 1. Remove the CPU Fan Module. See “Removing the CPU Fan Module” on page 86. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
  • Page 98 2. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch clockwise 180° to release the CPU. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the Mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 99: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Screw LCD Bezel M2.5*5 (NL) Inverter Board M2.5*5 (NL) Camera Module M2*3 (NL) LCD Panel M2.5*5 (NL) LCD Brackets M2*3 (NL) Chapter 3 Quantity Color Black Black Black Black Black Part No.

  • Page 100: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel 1. Remove the LCD Module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 69. 2. Remove the six rubber covers and screws. Step LCD Bezel M2.5*6.5 (NL) 3. Starting from the inside edges, pry the inside of the bezel upwards from the panel. Continue moving left until the bezel is removed.

  • Page 101: Removing The Inverter Board

    4. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module. Removing the Inverter Board 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 90. 2. Disconnect the left and right Inverter board cables as shown. 3.

  • Page 102: Removing The Camera Module

    Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 90. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the Camera Module. Step Camera Module M2*3 (NL) 3. Disconnect the Camera Module cable as shown. Size Quantity Screw Type...

  • Page 103: Removing The Lcd Panel

    Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 90. 2. Remove the six securing screws from the LCD Module. Step LCD Panel M2.5*6.5 (NL) 3. Disconnect the left and right sides of the Inverter cable. 4.

  • Page 104: Removing The Lcd Brackets And Fpc Cable

    5. Grasp the panel by both ends and lift to remove. Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. Remove the LCD Panel. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93. 2. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Grip the FPC cable and lift upward to detach the adhesive pads. 3.
  • Page 105 4. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 106: Lcd Module Reassembly Procedure

    LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Align the LCD brackets with the eight screw holes (four on each side) on the LCD Panel as shown. 2. Secure the LCD brackets to the LCD panel. 3. Turn the panel over. Insert the LCD Panel cable into the LCD Panel as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 107 4. Align the LCD Panel cable as shown and press down to secure in place. 5. Take care to insert the top of the panel fist and then 6. Place the LCD Panel in the back cover. angle the it in place. 7.
  • Page 108 8. Connect the left and right Inverter cables. 9. Connect the camera cable. Chapter 3...

  • Page 109: Replacing The Lcd Bezel

    Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Starting from the bottom, locate the bezel correctly and press down the edges until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module, 2. Replace the six screws and the rubber screw caps provided. Chapter 3...

  • Page 110: Main Module Reassembly Procedure

    Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down (CPU side up), and insert the CPU into the CPU bracket as shown. Replacing the CPU Fan Module 1. Replace the Fan module on the Mainboard. 3.

  • Page 111: Replacing The Mainboard

    Replacing the Mainboard 1. Pull the edge of the lower base outward and insert 2. Replace the securing screw on the Mainboard. the motherboard in the lower base. 3. Connect the two cables connected to the motherboard. 4. Replace the adhesive strip securing the modem cable. Chapter 3...

  • Page 112: Replacing The Bluetooth Board

    Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Connect one end of the Bluetooth cable to the mainboard as shown. 3. Locate the Bluetooth Module and replace the single securing screw. Replacing the ExpressCard Module 1. Replace the ExpressCard module on the upper cover. 2.

  • Page 113: Replacing The Subwoofer Module

    3. Connect the cable connecting the ExpressCard module. Replacing the Subwoofer Module 1. Grasp the Subwoofer Module and insert in the lower base. 2. Insert the cables under the housing guide as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 114: Replacing The Finger Print Reader

    3. Replace the four securing screws on the Subwoofer Module. Replacing the Finger Print Reader 1. Remove the Finger Print Reader board from the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...
  • Page 115 2. Remove the bracket from the board. 3. Replace the four securing screw on the Finger Print Reader board. NOTE: Move back the cabling to allow for easier access to the screw sockets. 4. Connect the two FFC cables as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 116: Replacing The Ekey Module

    5. Connect the cable as shown. Replacing the eKey Module IMPORTANT:Take note of the eKey button when installing. It must face down and the cable connector up in order to install the module correctly. 1. Locate and replace the module as shown. 2.

  • Page 117: Replacing The Touch Pad

    Replacing the Touch Pad IMPORTANT:The Touch Pad cannot be removed individually. To replace the Touch Pad, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. Connect the Touch Pad cable as shown Replacing the Launch Board 1. Replace the Launch Board on the upper cover. 3.

  • Page 118: Replacing The Switch Board

    Replacing the Switch Board 1. Connect the cable to the Switch Board. 2. Insert the eKey board FFC flush with the connect and press down on the locking latch to secure. 3. Replace the two securing screws on the Switch Board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 119: Replacing The Antenna, Mic And Speaker Cables

    Replacing the Antenna, MIC and Speaker Cables IMPORTANT:Ensure that all cables pass through the Mainboard and are accessible from the underside of lower cover. 1. Insert the cabling through the housing as shown. 2. Ensure that the cabling is tucked in and secured. 3.
  • Page 120 6. Connect the MIC and speaker cables. 7. Gently pull the Antenna Cables through the HDD housing. Chapter 3...

  • Page 121: Replacing The Speaker Module

    Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Replace the Speaker Module from the upper cover. 2. Replace the four securing screws connecting the Speaker Module. Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Locate the upper cover over the lower base taking note of the screw sockets. Chapter 3...
  • Page 122 2. Angle the right end of the Upper Cover in place, and insert any remaining cables through the lower base as shown. 3. Set the Upper Cover down on the lower base. 4. Replace the four securing screws on the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...
  • Page 123 5. Connect the five cables from the mainboard as shown. IMPORTANT:When removing cables, always hold the cable by the pull-tab or by the connector. Do not hold the pull by the cable itself to prevent stripping. Connect A as shown. Connect B as shown.
  • Page 124 Connect E as shown. 6. Angle the keyboard plate to insert. 7. Tighten the captive screw on the keyboard plate. Chapter 3...

  • Page 125: Replacing The Modem Module

    8. Turn the computer upside down and replace the eleven securing screws on the bottom panel to attach the bottom and lower covers. Replacing the Modem Module 1. Angle the Modem Module in place and attach to the connector. 2. Insert the module and replace the two securing screws. Chapter 3...

  • Page 126: Replacing The Keyboard

    Replacing the Keyboard 1. Replace keyboard cable to the mainboard, and secure the locking latch. 3. Press down on the areas marked below to secure in place. 2. Turn the keyboard over and place the front edge first in the mounting. Chapter 3...

  • Page 127: Replacing The Switch Cover

    Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Replace the Switch cover, and press down to secure in place. 2. Turn the computer over and replace the nine securing screws. Chapter 3...

  • Page 128: Replacing The Odd Module

    Replacing the ODD Module 1. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 3. Turn ODD Module around and secure bracket with two screws. 5. Replace the ODD Cap and secure the single captive screw. 2.

  • Page 129: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive2 Module

    Replacing the Hard Disk Drive2 Module 1. Replace the connector on the HDD. 3. Replace the four screws (two each side) to secure the carrier. 5. Replace the two securing screws. Chapter 3 2. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 4.

  • Page 130: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive1 Module

    Replacing the Hard Disk Drive1 Module 1. Replace the connector on the HDD. 3. Replace the four screws (two each side) to secure the carrier. 5. Replace the two securing screws. 2. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 4. Insert the HDD, left side first, and push down to locate the interface correctly.

  • Page 131: Replacing The Wlan Board

    Replacing the WLAN Board 1. Insert the WLAN board in to the socket. 3. Replace the three antenna cables. NOTE: The following is the correct cable-color to connector designation: TR1 (left) to White, TR3 (middle) to Gray, and TR2 (right) to Black. Chapter 3 2.

  • Page 132: Replacing The Tv Tuner Module

    Replacing the TV Tuner Module 1. Insert the TV Tuner board in to the socket. 3. Replace the three securing screws. 2. Attach the bracket to the module. 4. Replace the antenna cable. Chapter 3...

  • Page 133: Replacing The Turbo Ram Module

    Replacing the Turbo Ram Module. 1. Insert the Turbo Ram board in to the socket. 3. Replace the three securing screws. Replacing the MXM Module 1. Insert the MXM board in to the socket. Chapter 3 2. Attach the bracket to the module. 2.

  • Page 134: Replacing The Dimm Modules

    Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert DIMM1 in to the socket. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the second DIMM module. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the HDD2 cover. 3. Replace the Memory cover. 2. Press down to locate DIMM correctly. Requires new image 2.

  • Page 135: Replacing The Expresscard Dummy Tray

    Replacing the ExpressCard Dummy Tray 1. Insert the ExpressCard dummy as shown. Replacing the SD Dummy Tray 1. Insert the SD dummy as shown. Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1), insert battery in to the main unit (2). Chapter 3 2.
  • Page 136 Chapter 3...

  • Page 137: 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 138: 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 139: 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 140: 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 44. 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 141: 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 142: Touch Pad Failure

    Touch Pad Failure If the Touch Pad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4...

  • Page 143: 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 144: 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 145: 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 Vista Startup Repair Utility: insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer.

  • Page 146: 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 147 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 148 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 149: 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 150: Wireless Function Failure

    If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: EasyTouch Button Failure If the Acer EasyTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4...

  • Page 151: Mediatouch Button Failure

    MediaTouch Button Failure If the Acer MediaTouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Fingerprint Reader Failure If the Fingerprint Reader fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not...

  • Page 152: Thermal Unit Failure

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

  • Page 153: 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 154: Intermittent Problems

    Issue” on page 128.): 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 155: Post Codes Tables

    POST Codes Tables These tables describe the chipset and core POST codes, functions, phases, and components for the POST. Chipset POST Codes The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST. POST Code 0xA0 MRC Entry 0x01 Enable MCHBAR 0x02...
  • Page 156 POST Code 0x32 Program the Egress port timings 0x33 Program the Memory IO registers 0x34 Perform steps required before JEDEC 0x35 Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows 0x36 Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable 0x37 Do ZQ calibration for DDR3 0x38 Perform final Dra/Drb programming, Set the mode of...

  • Page 157: Core Post Codes

    POST Code 0xF3 #define MEM_ERR_RCVEN_FINDCENTER (CalibrateRcvenForGroup) 0xFZ #define MEM_ERR_TYPE (S11, S04) 0xF5 #define MEM_ERR_RAWCARD (S11) 0xFA #define MEM_ERR_SFF (ProgWrioDll) 0xFB #define MEM_ERR_THERMAL (ProgramThrottling) 0xA0xx Launch BIOS ACMSclean 0xA4xx Launch BIOS ACMScheck 0xE5 Wait for ME ready 0xE6 ME Ready Core POST Codes The following table details the core POST codes and functions used in the POST.
  • Page 158 POST Code 0x82 Initialize the CPU 0x89 Set Huge Segment 0x83 Initialize system timer 0x84 Initialize system I/O 0x88 Initialize Multi Processor 0x8A Initialize OEM special code 0x8B Initialize PIC and DMA 0x8C Initialize Memory type 0x8D Initialize Memory size 0x8F Initialize SMM 0x90...
  • Page 159 POST Code 0x09 TCG log event failed 0x09 Setup event log failed 0x12 TIS set active locality failed 0x12 TIS relinquish active locality failed 0x12 TIS wait command ready failed (prepare to send) 0x12 TIS abort 'send 'command due to timeout 0x12 TIS abort 'sendAndGo 'command due to timeout 0x04...
  • Page 160 POST Code 0x1A Initialize DMA command register with these settings: 1. Memory to memory disabled 2. Channel 0 hold address disabled 3. Controller enabled 4. Normal timing 5. Fixed priority 6. Late write selection 7. DREQ sense active 8. DACK sense active low. 0x22 Reset the keyboard.
  • Page 161 POST Code 0x4C Shadow video BIOS ROM if specified by Setup, and CMOS is valid and the previous boot was OK. 0x59 Register POST Display Services, fonts, and languages with the POST Dispatch Manager. 0x57 Initialize 1394 Firewire 0xD6 Initialize PC card 0x58 Test for unexpected interrupts.
  • Page 162 POST Code 0x6A Display external cache size on the screen if it is non- zero. 0x6C Display shadow message 0xCA post EISA init 0x70 Check flags in CMOS and in the TrustedCore data area for errors detected during POST. Display error messages on the screen.
  • Page 163 POST Code 0x8B Setup interrupt vector and present bit in Equipment byte. 0x95 1. Check CMOS for CD-ROM drive present 2. Activate the drive by checking for media present 3. Check sector 11h (17) for Boot Record Volume Descriptor 4. Check the boot catalog for validity 5. Pick a boot entry 6.
  • Page 164 POST Code 0xB5 Fade out OEM Logo or post string 0xC5 End hotkey detection (Server BIOS) 0xBE If BCP option is enabled, clear the screen before booting. 0xB6 If password on boot is enabled, a call is made to Setup to check password. If the user does not enter a valid password, Setup does not return.

  • Page 165: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Description LCD Connector Powerboard Connector Keyboard Connector DDR3 Connector Chapter 5 Description MDC Connector ExpressCard Board Connector BLuetooth Connector PCMCIA Connector Chapter 5...

  • Page 166: Bottom View

    Bottom View Description CPU Socket DDR2 Connector Battery Connector ODD Connector HDD Connector Card Reader Connector HDD Connector MXM Connector Audio Connector Audio Connector SPDIF Connector USB Connector HDMI Connector CRT Connector Docking Connector RJ 45 DC Jack Description Chapter 5...

  • Page 167: Clearing Password Check And Bios Recovery

    Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 7730/7730G. Aspire 7730/7730G provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.

  • Page 168: 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 169: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a 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 170: Aspire 7730/7730G Exploded Diagrams

    Aspire 7730/7730G Exploded Diagrams Upper Cover Number Description Part Number Chapter 6...

  • Page 171: Lower Cover

    Lower Cover Number Chapter 6 Description Part Number...

  • Page 172: Lcd Panel

    LCD Panel Number Description Part Number Chapter 6...
  • Page 173 Aspire 7730/7730G FRU List Category Adapter Battery Board Chapter 6 Description ADAPTER 65W 3PIN DELTA SADP-65KB DFA ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA-1650-02AC LF ADAPTER 65W 3PIN HIPRO AC-OK065B13 ADAPTER DELTA 90W ADP-90SB BBEA LF ADAPTER LITE-ON 90W 19V BLUE PA-1900-24AR LED LF...
  • Page 174 Category Cables Description NEWCARD BOARD MSI VGA Card nVidia NB9P-GS DDRIII 512M 800MHz 32*32 MXM II w/ HDCP w/ Intersil PowerIC MSI VGA Card nVidia NB9M-GS DDRII 256M 400MHz 32*16 MXM I w/ HDCP w/ Intersil PowerIC DVB-T MINI TUNER CARD A310 W/CONN & ADA INVERTER BOARD PWR CORD V943B30001218008 DANISH 3P PWR CORD (ISR) 1.8M 3PBLK FZ0I0008-038...
  • Page 175 Category Assembly Parts Chapter 6 Description MIDDLE COVER UPPER CASE W/SPEAKER, FFC, CABLE,TP FOR NON-FP UPPER CASE W/SPEAKER, FFC, CABLE,TP FOR FP LOWER CASE ASSY W/SUB-WOOF,RJ11 W/O TV LOWER CASE ASSY W/SUB-WOOF,RJ11,TV OUT CABLE RAM COVER HDD COVER -1 HDD COVER - 2ND DDR BRACKET TP BRACKET ODD CAP...
  • Page 176 Category CPU/PROCESSOR Combo Drive DVD RW DRIVE Description LCD BEZEL TEXTURE FOR CCD LCD COVER HOLO 3D MIMO W/ 3 ANTENNA LCD BEZEL PAINTING FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L LCD COVER ASSY W/MIC W/ANTENNA LCD COVER HOLO 3D W/ 2 ANTENNA CAMERA CN0314-SN30-OV03 SUYIN CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY...
  • Page 177 Category Hard Disk Heatsink Keyboard Chapter 6 Description HDD TOSHIBA 5400rpm 120GB MK1246GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F/W:LB213J HDD WD 5400rpm 120GB WD1200BEVS-22UST0 ML125 SATA LF F/W:01.01A01 HDD TOSHIBA 5400rpm 160GB MK1646GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F/W:LB113J HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 HDD SEAGATE 2.5"...
  • Page 178 Category LCD Panel Mainboard Memory SATA HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE Description Keyboard 17KB-FV3 Black Mammoth 105KS Black Traditional Chinese Keyboard 17KB-FV3 Black Mammoth 106KS Black Canadian French Keyboard 17KB-FV3 Black Mammoth 106KS Black Brazilian Portuguese Keyboard 17KB-FV3 Black Mammoth 106KS Black Belgium Keyboard 17KB-FV3 Black Mammoth 105KS Black Arabic/ English Keyboard 17KB-FV3 Black Mammoth 106KS Black Nordic...
  • Page 179 Category Speaker Accessory Miscellaneous Screw List Category Screw List SCREW SCREW SCREW SCREW SCREW SCREW Chapter 6 Description HDD(160G) ST9160827AS 9DG133-188 STN B/S SEAGATE F/W:3.AAA HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS542516K9SA00 Bronco-B SATA II LF F/W:C31P HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB MK2546GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F/W:LB013J HDD WD 2.5 IN.

  • Page 180: Model Definition And Configuration

    Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 7730/7730G Series Acer Model Country Part AS505 India LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Indonesia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Philippines LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0...
  • Page 181 Acer Model Country Part AS505 USA/ LX.AV 1AWX Canada - 30J.00 Canadian French AS505 USA/ LX.AV 1AWX Canada - 30J.00 Canadian French AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 Zealand AS505 USA/ LX.AV 1AWX Canada 305.00 AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 1AWX Spanish 305.01...
  • Page 182 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 1AWX Portuguese 305.01 AS505 GCTWN S2.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 GCTWN S2.AV 2WXM 305.00 AS505 GCTWN S2.AV 5WXM 305.00...
  • Page 183 Acer Model Country Part AS505 GCTWN LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 GCTWN LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 GCTWN LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 Zealand AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 India LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 Indonesia LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01...
  • Page 184 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1AWX 306.00 Zealand AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 Zealand AS505 India LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 AS505 Indonesia LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00...
  • Page 185 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Thailand LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 2WXM 30J.01 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 2WXM 306.00 Zealand AS505 India LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0...
  • Page 186 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Philippines LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 2WXM 30J.01 AS505 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 1AWX 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 30J.04 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV...
  • Page 187 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Denmark LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.03...
  • Page 188 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 1AWX 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Turkey LX.AV 1AWX 30J.04 AS505 EMEA Switzerland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.04 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.04...
  • Page 189 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 305.03 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.02 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Greece LX.AV 1AWX 305.03...
  • Page 190 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.02 AS505 EMEA Spain LX.AV 1AWX 305.03 AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 305.03 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV...
  • Page 191 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA South LX.AV 1AWX Africa 305.01 AS505 EMEA Norway LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 305.02 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 305.03...
  • Page 192 Acer Model Country Part AS505 USA/ LX.AV 2WXM Canada - 30J.02 Canadian French AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 2WXM Spanish 30J.02 AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 1AWX Spanish 30J.04 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 Zealand AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0...
  • Page 193 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 30J.05 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 2NWX 30C.0...
  • Page 194 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1ANW East 30C.0 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 305.04 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV...
  • Page 195 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Switzerland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Spain LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 30J.07...
  • Page 196 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA Denmark LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Norway LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA Norway LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07...
  • Page 197 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 30J.06 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.08 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.08 AS505 EMEA Turkey LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07...
  • Page 198 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 305.06 AS505 EMEA Denmark LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.05 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.08...
  • Page 199 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Greece LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Israel LX.AV 1AWX 305.06 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.05 AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 305.06...
  • Page 200 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 305.05 AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 305.06 AS505 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 1AWX 305.06 AS505 EMEA Switzerland LX.AV 1AWX 305.06 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 305.06...
  • Page 201 Acer Model Country Part AS505 India LX.AV 2NWX 30C.0 Descriptio DIMM AS5052N ATTL5 N14.1 SO512 WXMi WXGA MBII5 LINPUSIL1 UMAC 1*512/80/ BT/6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN Wirele DIMM HDD 1 (GB) N80G NSM8 ABT_ B5.4K ATH54 13BG Blueto VOIP Phone FOX_ BRM_...
  • Page 202 Appendix A...

  • Page 203: 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 Windows XP Home, Windows XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

  • Page 204: Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test

    View Sonic PF775 17" Philip 109P Dell 21" Monitor View Sonic 1680*1050 CMV CM-930D 17" LCD (1280*1024) ACER AL2423W LCD area with 1920*1200 Toshiba TV 37HL869 LCD area with 1366*768 BenQ FB8225(QSMC) Panasonic PT-LC80U Toshiba TV 37HL869 LCD area with 1366*768...

  • Page 205: Access Point Test

    IBM USB2.0 Device Panasonic YD-8U10 USB1.0 Device BELKIN USB1.1 SLIM HUB (QSMC) D-Link 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub Hi-Speed 4-Port USB 2.0 HUB (IOGEAR) Device specification D-Link 665 Guest 001601B8DD1A-G Buffal0 WZR2-G300N(n) Device specification ACER Bluetooth Mouse Darfon Bluetooth Mouse (Ferrari 1000)

  • Page 206: Card Reader Test

    Card Reader Test Type MMC Card • • SD Card • • • • • MS Card Sandisk 64MB MS Card (QSMC) MS Pro Card Sony 256MB MS Card (MS Pro) MS Duo Adapter Sandisk Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Micro SD Transcend MicroSD 2G XD Card •...

  • Page 207: 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 208 Appendix C...

  • Page 209: Index

    AFLASH Utility Battery Pack BIOS package password control ROM size ROM type vendor Version BIOS Supports protocol 27–39 BIOS Utility Advanced Boot Exit Navigating Onboard Device Configuration Power Save and Exit Security System Security Bluetooth board Board Layout Top View brightness hotkeys Camera Module...
  • Page 210 Launch Board LCD Bezel LCD Brackets LCD Failure LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD Panel lower covers Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Mainboard media access on indicator MediaTouch Button Failure Memory Check Model Definition Modem Board Modem Failure No Display Issue Notebook Manager hotkey num lock on indicator...

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