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  • Page 1 TravelMate 7530/7230 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 TravelMate 7530/7230 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 Hardware Specifications and Configurations .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the Switch Cover ........62 Removing the Keyboard .
  • Page 9 TravelMate 7530/7230 FRU List ........153...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents...

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD/CD-RW combo drive* • 5-in-1 card reader • Audio Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers • High-definition audio support • MS-Sound compatible • Built-in microphone • Chapter 1 Chapter 1...

  • Page 12: Privacy Control

    WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready • Modem: 56K ITU V.92 • Privacy control Enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection)* • • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • • Kensington lock slot •...
  • Page 13 Headphone/speaker/line-out jack • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Environment Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C (41°F to 95°F) • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C (-4°F to 149°F) •...

  • 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 Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication (only for certain models). Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output.

  • 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. TouchPad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.

  • Page 17: Left View

    Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. Acer EasyPort IV Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain connector models). External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).

  • Page 18: Right View

    Right View Icon Rear View Item Ventilation slots Item ExpressCard/54 Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. slot Note: Push to remove/install the card. USB 2.0 ports 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.

  • Page 19: Bottom View

    Locks the battery in position. Hard disk bay - Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with Main screws). Acer DASP (Disk Protects the hard disk drive from shocks and Anti-Shock bumps (only for certain models). Protection) Hard disk bay - Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured with...

  • Page 20: Indicators

    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, you can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.

  • Page 21: Productivity Keys (Only For Certain Models)

    Lock key - runs the Windows® lock function to lock the notebook when you step out. If the laptop is • equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you only need to swipe your finger to log into Windows® again. Presentation key - minimizes open application windows and prepares the display for impressive •...

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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 25: Hot Keys

    NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version. Chapter 1 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 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 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 Type CPU package Features CPU Power North Bridge Item Type Package Features Power Specification AMD CPU S1g2 Processor (Griffin Series - Turion / Sempron); HT3 (1.2~2.6 GT/s) (Bandwidth: 9.6GB/S to 20.8GB/s) 1.8GHZ~2.3GHZ AMD 638 pin Micro-PGA Hyper Transport 3.0 Technology: Designed to support HT •...
  • Page 29 South Bridge Item Type Package Features Power CPU Fan True Value Table CPU Temp (°C) <48 3100 3500 4100 4500 Throttling 50%: On = 97°C; Off = 88°C • OS Shut down: 105°C • H/W Shut down: 110°C • Fan default 3.5V •...
  • Page 30 Crystal and Oscillator Item Features 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...
  • Page 31 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector 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...
  • Page 32 BIOS Item BIOS Type BIOS ROM Type Package Block Size Supply Current LCD 17.1” 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...
  • Page 33 VGA Subsystem Item Internal Graphic Chipset Features Discrete Graphic (MXM card) Features Item Chipset Package Features PCMCIA, and Memory Card Reader Item PCMCIA Memory Card Features Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Features Chapter 1 Specification RS780M Integrated dual-link 24-bit LVDS interface •...
  • Page 34 USB 2.0 full-speed compliant interface • Very low power consumption • Led indicator built-in • New Acer proprietary keyboard (TM Flat Number KB) 88/89 keys with 101/102 key emulation Support Windows keys and Application keys Standard pitch, 2.5 mm travel length • Multi-Langue support •...
  • Page 35 Item Optical Size Pixel Resolution Pixel Size Finger Print Board Item Vendor and Model Features WLAN Item Features Battery Item Vendor Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Chapter 1 Specification 1/4" CMOS 640 X 480 6.0µm X6.0µm Authentec AES1610-C-DF-TR-GO00-AC TruePrint®...
  • Page 36 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

    PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Boot AMD Turion (tm) X2 Dual-Core Mobile RM-70 2000 MHz Hitachi HTS542525K9SA00 -(PM) 071110BB0F00WDGS1K4C Slimtype DVD A DS8A2S V0.19T1 V010.080.000.000.027965 Acer 80EA3E0EF1F5DC11929D001E68355A41 F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu Description Power Exit -(PS) Setup Defaults 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 System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Quiet 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 Enable Enable [Yes] or Disable [No] Multimedia Multimedia Timer Timer support. Watchdog Timer Disable or Enable the OS Watchdog Timer using ACPI WDAT. Hammer Enter the Hammer Configuration menu. Configuration Integrated Enter the Integrated Devices menu. Devices PnP Configuration Enter the PnP Configuration menu.
  • Page 42 Parameter iGPU - Chipset Enter the iGPU - Chipset menu. LCD Panel type Select the correct LCD panel type for testing purposes. Description • • • • • • • • • • Submenu Items Integrated Graphic Video Memory Hybrid Graphics mGPU nPW MXM LVDS/TV MXM CRT/DVI...

  • Page 43: 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 SATA Port 0 Disk Status Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set SATA Port 0 HDD Password Password on boot ↑↓...

  • Page 44: 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 45: 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 46: 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 Boot priority order: 1: IDE 4 : Toshiba MK1646GSX - (S1) 2: IDE CD :...

  • Page 47: Power

    Power The Power screen allows the user to configure various CPU and power management options and device wakeup behavior. Information Main C1E Configuration CPU Throttle: CPU Spread Spectrum: iGPU Spread Spectrum: PCIE Spread Spectrum: SATA Spread Spectrum: PState Configuration USB CSC Resume Cannot_Find_String HIPM SATA FPCI Clock:...
  • Page 48 Parameter AltVid ASPM (L0s/L1s) PCIE Lane Swizzle Description Enable or disable AltVid functionality. Enable or disable Active State Power Management (ASPM) states for L0s and L1. Enable or disable PCIE Lane Swizzle for PCIE x 16 slot. Option Disabled or Enabled Disable L0s, Disable L1, Enabled, or Disabled Disabled or Enabled...

  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 for three time, “HDD password error code” would display on the • screen. See the image below. If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE •...
  • Page 52 Chapter 2...
  • Page 53 Remove BIOS Password: If you key in wrong Supervisor Password for three time, “System Disabled” would display on the • screen. See the image below. If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem, you can run BIOS_PW.EXE • Key in “bios_pw 14452 0” Choose one upper-case string Reboot the system and key in “qjjg9vy”...
  • Page 54 Chapter 2...

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 57: 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 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 61: Removing The Lower Covers

    Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 49. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 50. 4. Loosen the 9 captive screws on the HDD1, HDD2, and Memory covers. HDD1 Cover 5.

  • Page 62: Removing The Turbo Ram Module

    6. Remove the HDD2 cover as shown. 7. Remove the HDD1 cover as shown. Removing the Turbo RAM module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the HDD2 cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3.

  • Page 63: Removing The Wlan Module

    Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Turbo RAM module” on page 52. 2. Disconnect the 3 antenna cables from the WLAN board. 3. Move the antenna cables away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Step WLAN Module M2*L3.5 (NL)

  • Page 64: Removing The Hard Disk Drive2 Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive2 Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the HDD2 cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Use the pull-tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
  • Page 65 5. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*L3.5 (NL) 6. Remove the HDD from the carrier. 7. Remove the connector from the HDD. Chapter 3...

  • Page 66: Removing The Hard Disk Drive1 Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive1 Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the HDD1 cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Use the pull-tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
  • Page 67 5. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*L3.5 (NL) 6. Remove the HDD from the carrier. 7. Remove the connector from the HDD. Chapter 3...

  • Page 68: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Loosen the screw to remove the ODD cap. 3. Remove the ODD cap. 4. Using a screw driver, push the ODD module and grasp the front panel to remove from the computer. Chapter 3...
  • Page 69 5. 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*L2.5 (NL) 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 7.

  • Page 70: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Switch Cover Remove Switch Board Remove Fingerprint Reader Remove TouchPad Bracket Screw List Step Switch Cover M2.5*L5 (NL) LCD Module M2.5*L6.5 (NL) M2.5*L6.5 (NL) Switch Board M2.5*L4 (NL) Upper Cover M2.5*3...
  • Page 71 Step Modem Module M2.5*L4 (NL ExpressCard Module M2.5*L4 (NL) Mainboard M2.5*L6.5 (NL) Chapter 3 Screw Quantity Part No.

  • Page 72: 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. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2.
  • Page 73 5. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis. Chapter 3...

  • Page 74: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 62. 2. Grasp the keyboard and firmly lift up to remove. 3. Turn the keyboard over and disconnect both sides of the keyboard cable from the mainboard to remove the keyboard.

  • Page 75: Removing The Dimm Modules

    Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 64. 2. Loosen the captive screw on the keyboard plate. 3. Remove the plate to access the DIMM modules. 4. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. Chapter 3...
  • Page 76 5. Remove the DIMM module. 6. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 77: Removing The Antenna

    Removing the Antenna 1. Remove the Memory Cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 2. Remove the HDD2 Cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Remove the WLAN Module. See “Removing the WLAN Module” on page 53. 4.

  • Page 78: Removing The Lcd Module

    Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 64. 4. See “Removing the Antenna” on page 67. 5. Remove the two securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Step LCD Module M2.5*L6.5 (NL)
  • Page 79 7. Remove the four securing screws (two on each side) from the LCD module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*L6.5 (NL) 8. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. IMPORTANT:Place the LCD module face up on a clean surface to prevent scratching or damage. Antenna cable Chapter 3...

  • Page 80: Removing The Switch Board

    Removing the Switch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Remove the three securing screws. Step Switch Board M2.5*L4 (NL) 3. Disconnect the FFC and remove the Switch Board from the upper cover. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...

  • Page 81: Removing The Upper Cover

    Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68. 3. See “Removing the Switch Board” on page 70. 4. Turn the computer over. Remove the sixteen (16) screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover M2.5*3...
  • Page 82 5. Turn the computer over. Remove the four screws on the top panel. Step Upper Cover Blue Callout Upper Cover Red Callout 6. Disconnect the MIC and speaker cables and carefully pull through the HDD housing. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
  • Page 83 7. Pull the cables under and through the thermal module. 8. Turn the computer over, and disconnect the four cables from the mainboard as shown. Replace with no DIMMs Image NOTE: The image depicts installed DIMM modules. The DIMM modules must be removed before proceeding. Chapter 3...
  • Page 84 See “Removing the DIMM Modules” on page 65. Release the securing latch and disconnect (A) as shown. Disconnect (C) as shown. 9. Remove the upper cover by lifting upward from the chassis, rear edge first. Release the securing latch and disconnect (B) as shown.

  • Page 85: Removing The Finger Print Reader

    Removing the Finger Print Reader 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Disconnect the touchpad to switch FFC. 3. Disconnect the switch to mainboard FFC. 4. Disconnect the finger print cable. Chapter 3...

  • Page 86: Removing The Speaker Module

    5. Remove the two securing screws from the Finger Print Reader board. Step Finger Print M2.5*L4 (NL) Reader 6. Using your fingers, gently lift the Finger Print Reader board from the Upper Cover. Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2.
  • Page 87 3. Disconnect the Mic cable. 4. Remove the five securing screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Speaker Module M2*L6 (NL) 5. Remove the Speaker Modules as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 88: Removing The Touchpad

    Removing the TouchPad 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 76. 3. Remove the Finger Print Reader. See “Removing the Finger Print Reader” on page 75. 4.

  • Page 89: Removing The Launch Board

    Removing the Launch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Lift the locking lever and disconnect the FFC. Remove the three securing screws. Step Launch Board M2.5*L4 (NL) 4. Remove the Launch Board from the upper cover. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
  • Page 90 5. Remove the Launch Board from the bracket. Chapter 3...

  • Page 91: Removing The Bluetooth Module

    Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable connecting the Bluetooth module. 3. Lift the Bluetooth module away from the base. Chapter 3...

  • Page 92: Removing The Modem Module

    Removing the Modem Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Locate the modem module and disconnect the cable. 3. Remove the securing screw from the modem module. Step Modem Module M2.5*L4 (NL) 4. Lift the module from the mainboard. Size Quantity Screw Type...

  • Page 93: Removing The Expresscard Module

    Removing the ExpressCard Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. Disconnect the cable connecting the ExpressCard module. 3. Remove the three securing screws. Step ExpressCard M2.5*L4 (NL) Module 4. Lift the ExpressCard module away from the upper cover. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...

  • Page 94: Removing The Mainboard

    Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 71. 2. See “Removing the Modem Module” on page 82. 3. Disconnect ExpressCard and Bluetooth cables attached to the mainboard. 4. Remove the two securing screws on the mainboard. Step Mainboard M2.5*L6.5 (NL)
  • Page 95 5. Remove the mainboard from the lower base. Chapter 3...

  • Page 96: Removing The Cpu Fan

    Removing the CPU Fan 1. Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 84. 2. Loosen the three captive screws. 3. Disconnect the Fan cable from the mainboard. 4. Lift the Fan module clear of the mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 97: Removing The Cpu

    Removing the CPU 1. Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 84. 2. Take note of the indicators on the socket cam screw. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket screw counter-clockwise until it indicates unlocked. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the Mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 98: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Assembly Remove LCD Panel Remove Remove LCD FPC Cable LCD Brackets Screw List Step Screw LCD Bezel M2.5*L5 (NL) LCD Panel M2.5*L5 (NL) LCD Brackets M2*L3 (NL) Camera Bracket M2*L3 (NL) Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding...

  • Page 99: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel 1. Remove the LCD Module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68. 2. Remove the six rubber covers and screws. Step LCD Bezel M2.5*L5 (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 100 4. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 101: Removing The Inverter Board

    Removing the Inverter Board 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 89. 2. Disconnect the left and right Inverter board cables as shown. 3. Lift the Inverter board clear of the LCD Module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 102: Removing The Camera Module

    Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 89. 2. Disconnect the Camera Module cable as shown. IMPORTANT:Be careful when using a sharp tool to remove the cable or camera module. The surface of the LCD panel can be easily scratched.

  • Page 103: Removing The Lcd Panel

    Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 89. 2. Remove the nine securing screws from the LCD Panel. IMPORTANT:The leftside screw holds the ground connector in place. Ensure that the ground is replaced during reassembly.

  • Page 104: Removing The Lcd Brackets And Fpc Cable

    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. Remove the mylar strips securing the FPC cable. 3. Disconnect the cable from the panel and remove. 4.
  • Page 105 5. Remove the two securing screws from the camera bracket (top of LCD Panel). Step Size Quantity Screw Type Camera Bracket M2*L3 (NL) 6. Remove the camera and 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 and the camera bracket in place. 2. Replace the two securing screws on the camera bracket (top of LCD panel). 3. Replace the eight securing screws (four on each side) on the LCD Panel brackets. Chapter 3...
  • Page 107 4. Align the LCD Panel cable as shown. Conenct the LCD cable and press down to engage the adhesive pads. 5. Ensure that all cables are positioned out of the way, and place the LCD Panel in the back cover. 7.
  • Page 108 9. Connect the Camera Module cable. 10. Insert the Inverter board in place. Press down to ensure cohesion. 11. Connect the left and right Inverter board cables as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 109: Replacing The Lcd Bezel

    Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Locate the bezel correctly and press down the edges until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. 2. Starting from left to right, firmly press down to ensure the bezel is situated correctly (four locations on each side).

  • 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. Align the Fan Module on the screw brackets. 3.

  • Page 111: Replacing The Mainboard

    Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up (the Heatsink and CPU are not visible). Place the Mainboard in the chassis, rear edge first, and press down to install. Replace the two securing screws as shown. NOTE: Make sure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the lower cover, and the screw sockets are visible through the mainboard.
  • Page 112 3. Connect the ExpressCard and Bluetooth cables attached to the mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 113: Replacing The Bluetooth Board

    Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Start by inserting the notch into the retaining pin. 3. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth module. Replacing the Modem Module 1. Replace the Modem Module taking note of the connector location. Chapter 3 2.
  • Page 114 3. Connect the modem cable to the module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 115: Replacing The Finger Print Reader

    Replacing the Finger Print Reader 1. Replace the Finger Print Reader board in the upper cover. 2. Replace the two securing screws. 4. Connect the switch to mainboard FFC NOTE: Carefully insert the FFC cable ends fully into the connector. Take care to line up the cable square with the connector before securing the FFC connector latch.

  • Page 116: Replacing The Launch Board

    Replacing the Launch Board 1. Replace the Launch Board in the bracket. 2. Replace the Launch Board on the upper cover. 3. Replace the three securing screws. 4. Line up the FFC square with the connector. Hold the cable in place and press lever down to secure. Chapter 3...

  • Page 117: Replacing The Speaker Module

    Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Replace the speaker modules as shown. 3. Secure the speaker cable as shown with the adhesive tape. 5. Secure the microphone cable as shown with the adhesive tape. Chapter 3 2. Replace the five securing screws, three on the left module and two on the right module.

  • Page 118: Replacing The Touchpad

    Replacing the TouchPad 1. Connect the TouchPad cable to the TouchPad board. IMPORTANT:The TouchPad cannot be removed individually. To replace the TouchPad, replace the entire Upper Cover. Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Tilt the Upper cover and insert the back of the cover into place. 2.
  • Page 119 3. Connect the four cables from the mainboard as shown in the following image. 4. Align (A) and secure by securing the FFC connector latch. 5. Align (B) and secure by securing the FFC connector latch. 6. Align (D) and secure by securing the FFC connector latch. 7.
  • Page 120 8. Insert the Antenna Cables completely through the upper cover. 9. Pull the cables through and locate them in the housing guides as shown in the following image. 10. Turn the computer over and locate the MIC/Speaker cables. 11. Insert the cables under the thermal module as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 121 12. Continue to insert the cables through the HDD2 housing and pull the cable taunt. 13. Locate the cables in the housing guides located by the CPU Fan module. 14. Connect the cables. 15. Replace the sixteen (16) screws as marked in the following image. Chapter 3...

  • Page 122: Replacing The Lcd Module

    16. Turn the chassis over and replace the four securing screws. Replacing the LCD Module 1. Align the LCD Module hinges with the alignment pins and gently set down. 2. Replace the four securing screws (two on each side) on the LCD module. Alignment Pin Chapter 3...
  • Page 123 3. Connect the LCD cable on the top panel. 4. Insert the Antenna Cables through the Upper Cover. Make sure they are accessible from the underside. 5. Secure the cables in place as shown. 6. Turn the computer over and pull the antenna cables until it is taunt. Chapter 3...

  • Page 124: Replacing The Switch Board

    7. Grasp the cable and insert it through the HDD2 housing. Replacing the Switch Board 1. Replace the three securing screws. 2. Place the Switch Board in its location and replace the three screws. replace this picture. FFC must be disconnected.

  • Page 125: Replacing The Dimm Modules

    Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the right-hand DIMM module and press down to lock in place. The module clicks in place. 2. Insert the left-hand DIMM module and press down to lock in place. The module clicks in place. 3.

  • Page 126: Replacing The Keyboard

    4. Tighten the captive screw on the keyboard plate. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Replace keyboard cable to the mainboard, and secure the locking latch. Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Insert one side of the Switch Cover into the chassis. 3. Secure the Switch Cover in place by pressing on all sides until the Switch Cover clicks in place. 2.

  • Page 127: Replacing The Turbo Ram Module

    Replacing the Turbo RAM Module Insert the Turbo RAM Module and ensure it is flush with the connector. Chapter 3...

  • Page 128: Replacing The Wlan Module

    Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 3. Connect the three antenna cables to the module. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Replace the connector on the HDD. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the module. 2.
  • Page 129 3. Replace the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. 5. Place the HDD in the bay and slide into the connector. Ensure the HDD is secure before replacing the cover. Chapter 3 4. Replace the HDD holder.

  • Page 130: Replacing The Odd Module

    Replacing the ODD Module 1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the ODD cover on the new ODD Module. 3. Secure the bracket with the two screws. IMPORTANT:Take note of the arrow on the bracket. The arrow designates the bottom of the ODD. ODD Bottom 5.

  • Page 131: Replacing The Lower Covers

    Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Memory Cover. 3. Replace the HDD2 Cover. 5. Replace HDD Cover. Chapter 3 2. Replace the four screws to secure in place. 4. Replace the three securing screws. 6. Replace the two screws to secure in place.

  • Page 132: Replacing The Express And Sd Card Trays

    Replacing the Express and SD Card Trays 1. Insert the Express Card and push into the slot until 2. Insert the SD Card and push into the slot until flush flush with the chassis cover. with the chassis cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 133: 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 134: 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 135: 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 136: 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 46. 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 137: 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 138: 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 139: 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 140: 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 141: 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 142: 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 143 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 144 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 145: 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 146: 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 147: 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 148: 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 149: 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 150: Intermittent Problems

    Issue” on page 124.): 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 151: 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. Code Beeps 1-2-2-3 8254 8237 1-3-1-1 1-3-1-3...
  • Page 152 Code Beeps 2-1-2-3 2-2-3-1 POST Routine Description Advanced configuration of chipset registers Load alternate registers with CMOS values Initialize interrupt vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice...
  • Page 153 Code Beeps Chapter 4 POST Routine Description Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Data Area Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards...
  • Page 154 Code Beeps Code Beeps * If the BIOS detects error 2C, 2E, or 30 (base 512K RAM error), it displays an additional word-bitmap (xxxx) indicating the address line or bits that failed. For example, 2C 0002 means address line 1 (bit one set) has failed.

  • Page 155: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Name Description LVDS Connector LAN Transformer LAN Chip Switch Board Connector BIOS Chip Audio Codec CN10 Card Bus Connector Card Bus Controller Chapter 5 Name Description Clock Generator Card Reader Controller CN11 Bluetooth Connector NewCard Board Connector Finger Print Modem Board Connector...

  • Page 156: Bottom View

    Bottom View Name Description Power Jack CN12 RJ45 Connector CN13 Docking Connector CN14 Fan Connector CN15 CRT Connector CN16 MXM Card Connector CN17 HDMI Connector CN19 USB Connector CN21 USB Connector CN29 HP Out Connector CN24 Internal Microphone Connector CN24 Microphone Connector CN27 Internal Speaker Connector...

  • Page 157: 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 TravelMate 7530/7230. TravelMate 7530/7230s provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.

  • Page 158: 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 159: 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 160: Travelmate 7530/7230 Exploded Diagrams

    TravelMate 7530/7230 Exploded Diagrams Upper/ Lower Cover Number Description Part Number Chapter 6...

  • Page 161: Lcd Panel

    Number LCD Panel Number Chapter 6 Description Description Part Number Part Number...
  • Page 162 Number Description Part Number Chapter 6...

  • Page 163: Travelmate 7530/7230 Fru List

    TravelMate 7530/7230 FRU List Category Adapter 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 ADAPTER HIPRO 90W 19V BLUE HP-OL093B13P LED LF LEVEL 4 Adapter DELTA 65W SADP-65KB BFJA LV4 LF for OBL Adapter DELTA 90W ADP-90SB BBEN (for OBL Spec.) LV4 LF...
  • Page 164 Category POWER BOARD SWITCH BOARD NEWCARD BOARD MSI VGA Card AMD M82ME-XT DDRII 256M 400MHz 32*16 MXM II w/ HDCP w/ O2 PowerIC Cables PWR CORD V943B30001218008 DANISH 3P PWR CORD(ISR)1.8M 3PBLK FZ0I0008-038 PWR CORD V50CB3T3012180QD TW-110V,3P POWER CORD(SWI)1.8M 3PBLACK FZ010008-011 POWER CORD(IT) 1.8M 3PBLACK FZ010008-008 POWER CORD(S.A) 1.8M 3BLACK FZ010008-006 POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS...
  • Page 165 Category RAM COVER KB PLATE FOR DDR2 SWITCH BOARD BRACKET BASE ODD CAP CPU/Processor CPU AMD Athlon64X2 QL60 PGA 1.9G 1M 638 35W Griffin B1 CPU AMD TurionX2 RM70 PGA 2.0G 1M 638 35W Griffin B1 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM80 PGA 2.1G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM82 PGA 2.2G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM84 PGA 2.3G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 CPU AMD SempronM SI40 PGA 2.0G 512K 638 25W Griffin B1...
  • Page 166 Category OPTICAL BRACKET ODD BEZEL - SUPER MULTI BLUE RAY COMBO MODULE BLUE RAY COMBO TRAY 2X SONY BC-5500S-AR OPTICAL BRACKET BD COMBO BEZEL Description Part Number 33.TPK07.001 42.TPK07.006 6M.TPL07.001 KO.0020E.002 33.TPK07.001 42.TPL07.001 Chapter 6...
  • Page 167 Category HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 120GB ST9120817AS Corsair SATA LF F/ W:3.AAA HDD TOSHIBA 5400rpm 120GB MK1246GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F/ W:LB213J HDD HGST 5400rpm 120GB HTS542512K9SA00 Bronco-B SATA II LF F/ W:C31P HDD WD 5400rpm 120GB WD1200BEVS-22UST0 ML125 SATA LF F/ W:01.01A01 HDD(160G) ST9160827AS 9DG133-188 STN B/S SEAGATE F/W:3.AAA HDD TOSHIBA 2.5"...
  • Page 168 Category Keyboard Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black US International Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black US International Hebrew Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black UK Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Turkish Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Thailand Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Swiss/G Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Swedish Keyboard 17KB-FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Spanish...
  • Page 169 Category LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA * 3 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L CCD MODULE 0.3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO (3WIRE) NON-GLARE W/CCD LCD LPL 17.1"...
  • Page 170 Category CCD MODULE 0.3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO (2WIRE) GLARE W/CCD LCD SAMSUNG 17.1" WXGA+ Glare LTN170BT07-G01 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LCD LPL 17.1" WXGA+ Glare LP171WP4-TLR1 LF 220nit 8ms LCD CMO 17" WXGA+ Glare N170C2-L02 LF 200nit 10ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA * 2...
  • Page 171 Category LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA * 2 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L CCD MODULE 0.3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO (3WIRE) AUO GLARE W/CCD LCD AUO 17.1" WXGA+ Glare B170PW06 V2 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA * 3 FOR AUO...
  • Page 172 Category CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO (3WIRE) AUO NON-GLARE W/CCD LCD AUO 17.1" WXGA+ None Glare B170PW06 V3 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA * 3 FOR AUO LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L CCD MODULE 0.3M...
  • Page 173 Category LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L CCD MODULE 0.3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO (2WIRE) AUO NON-GLARE W/CCD LCD AUO 17.1" WXGA+ None Glare B170PW06 V3 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA * 2 FOR AUO...

  • Page 174: Screw List

    Category Mainboard MAINBOARD UMA AMDRS780MN W/CARD READER W/O CPU RAM LF MAINBOARD DIS AMDRS780MN W/CARD READER W/O CPU RAM LF Memory 1GB NANYA DDRII 667 1GB NT1GT64U8HB0BN-3C (0.09U) Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864QZ3-CE6 LF Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY-667E1 LF Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M470T5663QZ3-CE6 LF MEMORY HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125S64CP8-Y5 LF Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 512MB M470T6464QZ3-CE6 LF...
  • Page 175 Chapter 6...

  • Page 176: Model Definition And Configuration

    Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 7530/7230 Series Acer Wirele Descriptio DIMM DIMM HDD 1 Blueto VOIP Model Country Part (GB) Phone Appendix A...

  • Page 177: 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 178: Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows ® Vendor Type Adapter Test F0000183 DELTA CN 10001023 LITE-ON 60002015 HIPRO F0000183 90W-DE DELTA CN F0000183 65W-DE DELTA CN 10001023 LITE-ON 60002015 HIPRO F0000183 DELTA CN Audio Codec Test 9999995 ALC268 ONE TIME VENDER Battery Test 60001921 6CELL2.2 SANYO 60001535...
  • Page 179 Vendor Type 22554573 ATRM70 22554573 ATUZM80 22554573 ATUZM82 22554573 SMPSI4025W 22554573 ATUZM84 HDD Test 60002036 N120GB5.4KS SEAGATE 60001994 N120GB5.4KS 60001922 N250GB5.4KS TOSHIBA DIGI 60002005 N160GB5.4KS HGST SG 60001922 N320GB5.4KS TOSHIBA DIGI 60001922 N120GB5.4KS TOSHIBA DIGI 60002036 N160GB5.4KS SEAGATE 60001994 N160GB5.4KS 60002005 N250GB5.4KS HGST SG...
  • Page 180 Vendor Type 60002005 N320GB5.4KS HGST SG 60001922 N120GB5.4KS TOSHIBA DIGI 60002005 N250GB5.4KS HGST SG 60001922 N250GB5.4KS TOSHIBA DIGI 60002005 N120GB5.4KS HGST SG LCD Test 60003316 N17WXGA+ 60002215 N17WXGA+G SAMSUNG 60003089 N17WXGA+G 10001038 N17WXGA+G 60003316 N17WXGA+G 60002215 N17WXGA+ SAMSUNG 60003089 N17WXGA+ 10001038 N17WXGA+ 60003089...
  • Page 181 Vendor Type 60002045 U2GBII6 HYNIX 60002215 U2GBII6 SAMSUNG 60002045 SO512MBII6 HYNIX 60002215 SO1GBII6 SAMSUNG 610092 SO1GBII6 INFINEON 610092 SO1GBII6 INFINEON 60002045 U2GBII6 HYNIX 60002045 SO2GBII6 HYNIX 60002215 U2GBII6 SAMSUNG 16081942 U2GBII6 MICRON 60002045 U2GBII6 HYNIX 60002215 U2GBII6 SAMSUNG 16081942 U2GBII6 MICRON 60002215 SO2GBII6...
  • Page 182 Vendor Type 10001063 NCB24XS SONY 60001922 NCB24XS TOSHIBA DIGI Southbridge Chipset Test 22554573 AMDSB700 VGA Chip Test 22554573 82MEXTHM 10001024 82MEXTHM256 9999995 ONE TIME VENDER WLAN Test 23707801 3rd WiFi BG FOXCONN 9999995 3rd WiFi BG ONE TIME VENDER Description ODD SONY COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 24X CRX890S LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 24X TS-L463A LF W/O...

  • Page 183: 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 184 Appendix C...

  • Page 185: Index

    AFLASH Utility Battery Pack BIOS ROM type vendor 27–40 BIOS Utility Advanced Boot Exit Navigating Onboard Device Configuration 36, 37 Power Save and Exit Security System Security Bluetooth module Board Layout Top View brightness hotkeys Camera Module caps lock on indicator Chipset POST Codes Common Problems computer...
  • Page 186 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD Panel lower cover Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Mainboard media access on indicator MediaTouch Button Failure Memory Check Model Definition Modem Failure Modem Module No Display Issue Notebook Manager hotkey num lock on indicator ODD Failure Online Support Information optical drive module Panel...

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