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  • Page 1 Aspire 7715Z/7315 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 7715Z/7315 service guides. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2009 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
  • Page 4 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Denotes actual messages that appear SCREEN MESSAGES on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING 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

    Your Acer Notebook tour ........
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the Left Speaker Module ........68 Removing the Right Speaker Module .
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Other Failures ..........135 Intermittent Problems .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents...

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: NOTE: Items denoted with an (*) are only available for selected models. Operating System • Genuine Windows® 7™ Platform • Intel® Pentium® mobile processor* • Intel®...

  • Page 12: Privacy Control

    • 3.30 kg (7.29 lbs.) with one HDD and 6-cell battery pack Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • WLAN: • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • LAN: Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords •...

  • Page 13: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 14: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour Front View Icon Item Description Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication webcam (for selected models). Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

  • Page 15: Closed Front View

    Icon Item Description Click buttons (left The left and right buttons function like the left and right) and right mouse buttons. Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.

  • Page 16: Rear View

    Rear View Item Description Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Left View Icon Item Description DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based port network. External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g.

  • Page 17: Right View

    Right View Item Description Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active. indicator Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off.

  • Page 18: Indicators

    Icon Item Description Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary with screws) (for certain models only). Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Main with screws). Memory Houses the computer's main memory. compartment Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after...

  • Page 19: Touchpad Basics

    TouchPad Basics The following items show you how to use the TouchPad: • Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor. • Press the left (2) and right (3) buttons located beneath the TouchPad to perform selection and execution functions.

  • Page 20: 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 Description Caps Lock...

  • Page 21: Windows Keys

    Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description 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: <...

  • Page 22: Hot Keys

    Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Function...

  • Page 23: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Micro uPGA-478 Package Power 65 Watts On-die Cache 4MB L2 cache Front Side Bus 667/800/1066MHz Processor Specifications Cache Core Item Cores Package Acer P/N Speed Speed Tech Size Voltage T1600 1.66 GHz 667 MHz 65 nm 1 MB 1.075V- KC.16001.CMT 1.175V...
  • Page 24 BIOS Version V0.06-T02 BIOS ROM type Flash Features • Flash ROM 1MB • Supports ISIPP • Supports Acer UI • Supports multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Supports SMBUS 2.0, PCI2.3 •...
  • Page 25 Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 512MB 2048MB 2560MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 2560MB 2048MB 1024MB 3072MB 2048MB...
  • Page 26 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & Model Seagate Seagate Toshiba Western Digital Name ST9500325AS ST9320320AS MK3255GSX WD5000BEVT ST9250315AS ST9160310AS MK2555GSX WD3200BEVT MK1655GSX WD2500BEVT WD1600BEVT Capacity (MB) 500, 250 320, 160 320, 250, 160 500, 320, 250, Bytes per sector Data heads 4, 2 4, 2...
  • Page 27 Super-Multi Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model HLDS GT20N Sony AD7580S name Performance With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Specification Transfer rate (MB/ Sustained: Sustained: Sustained: Sustained: sec) 3,600 KB/s (24x) 11.08 Mbytes/s 1,571 (typical) 10,993 (typical) max.
  • Page 28 Power and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller ENE KB926 Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Hotkeys See “Hot Keys” on page 12. Battery Specification Item 6 Cell Vendor & model name SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SAMSUNG/SIMPLO AS2009A Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 4400 mAh Normal Voltage 2.2 Ah...
  • Page 29 LCD 17” Item Specification Vendor/model name CMO N173O6-L02 Screen Diagonal (mm) 439.4 Display Area (mm) 382.08 x 214.92 Display resolution (pixels) 1600 x 900 Pixel Pitch 0.2388 Display Mode Normal Typical White Luminance (cd/m (also called Brightness) Contrast Ratio 600:1 Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Typical Power Consumption...
  • Page 30 Chapter 1...

  • Page 31: System Utilities

    Chapter 2 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 32: Hm70-Mv Intel Bios

    HM70-MV Intel BIOS Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. I n s y d e H 2 0 S e t u p U t i l i t y R e v . 3 . 5 Information Main Advanced...

  • Page 33: 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. I n s y d e H 2 0 S e t u p U t i l i t y R e v .

  • Page 34: 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 35 Parameter Description Submenu Items Video Enter the Video Configuration menu. • Render Standby Configuration • IGD—Device2, Function1 • IGD—Pre-allocat Memory • IGD—DVMT Size • Clock Chip Initialize • Enabled CK SSC • IGD—Boot Type • IGD—LCD Panel Type • IGD—TV •...

  • Page 36: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. I n s y d e H 2 0 S e t u p U t i l i t y R e v . 3 . 5 Information Main Advanced...

  • Page 37: Setting A Password

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

  • Page 38: Changing A Password

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

  • Page 39: Power

    Power 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 40 Parameter Description Submenu Items Break Event Enter the Break Event menu. • Storage Break Event • PCIE Break Event • PCI Break Event • EHCI Break Event • UHCI Break Event • HDA Break Event ACPI S3 Enable or Disable ACPI S1/S3 Sleep State. Wake on PME Disable or Enable wake up when the system power is off and a PCI Power...

  • Page 41: 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. Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. I n s y d e H 2 0 S e t u p U t i l i t y R e v .

  • Page 42: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. I n s y d e H 2 0 S e t u p U t i l i t y R e v .

  • Page 43: Bios Flash Utilities

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

  • Page 44: Dos Flash Utility

    DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1.
  • Page 45 In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays. Chapter 2...

  • Page 46: Winflash Utility

    WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: Double-click the WinFlash executable. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays. Chapter 2...

  • Page 47: Remove Hdd/Bios Password Utilities

    Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provides you with details about removing HDD/BIOS password: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: After the error is displayed, select the Enter Unlock Password option on the screen.
  • Page 48 Removing BIOS Passwords: To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the RAM door and use a metal instrument to short the J1 jumper. Cleaning BIOS Passwords To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, perform the following steps: From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.exe Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen.

  • Page 49: Using Boot Sequence Selector

    Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot Sequence Selector, perform the following steps: Enter into DOS. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence. For example, enter BS2 to change the boot sequence to HDD | CD ROM | LAN | Floppy.

  • Page 50: Using Dmitools

    The following examples show the commands and the corresponding output information. Read DMI Information from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acet Asstag...

  • Page 51: Using The Lan Mac Eeprom Utility

    Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility You can use the MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM under DOS mode. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents as below: WriteData = ‘001122334455' MAC value...
  • Page 52 Chapter 2...

  • Page 53: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. 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: Pre-Disassembly Instructions

    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 IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you must first remove the switch board.

  • Page 56: Removing The Battery Pack

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

  • 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 Lower Covers

    Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the three screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers. Memory Cover Cover Step Size Quantity Screw Type Lower Covers M2.5*8 3. Remove the HDD cover as shown. 4.

  • Page 59: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Module M2.5*8 3. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis.
  • Page 60 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*3 6. Remove the ODD bezel by rotating the top edge downward and pulling it clear of the module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 61: Removing The Dimm Modules

    Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Chapter 3...

  • Page 62: Removing The Wlan Module

    Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal (upper) and White to the AUX terminal (lower). Chapter 3...
  • Page 63 4. Move the antenna away and remove the two screws to release the WLAN Board. Step Size Quantity Screw Type WLAN Module M2*3 5. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. Chapter 3...

  • Page 64: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
  • Page 65 4. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*3 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Chapter 3...

  • Page 66: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Remove Remove Modules before Switch Cover Keyboard proceeding Remove LCD Module Remove Upper Cover Upper Lower Cover Cover Remove Remove Remove Remove Left Speaker Right Speaker TouchPad Power Board Module Module Bracket Remove...

  • Page 67: Removing The Switch Cover

    Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. The use of plastic tools or fingers is recommended to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2.

  • Page 68: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 57. 2. Pry up the centre of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the Upper Cover. 3. Turn the keyboard over on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4.

  • Page 69: Removing The Lcd Module

    Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 58. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the two securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*8 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips.
  • Page 70 4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel. 6. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well.
  • Page 71 7. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to the Upper Cover. 8. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 9.
  • Page 72 12. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*8 13. Remove the left and right screw covers from on top of the hinges 14. Lift the LCD Module clear of the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 73: Removing The Upper Cover

    Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 59. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Cover M2.5*8 3. Turn the computer over. Remove the three screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 74 4. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard. Chapter 3...
  • Page 75 5. Disconnect A as shown. 6. Disconnect C as shown. 7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FFC cable as shown. 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FFC cable as shown. NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFCs whenever available to prevent damage.
  • Page 76 9. Remove the nine screws on the top panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Cover M2.5*8 10. Starting at the rear left side of the cover, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. Work along the back edge of the casing to the right as shown, then lift the Upper Cover clear of the Lower Cover.

  • Page 77: Removing The Power Board

    Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Remove the two screws securing the Power Board to the Upper Cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Power Board M2*3...

  • Page 78: Removing The Left Speaker Module

    Removing the Left Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Remove the adhesive tape from the Speaker cable. 4. Remove the Speaker cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. Chapter 3...
  • Page 79 5. Remove the single securing screw from the Left Speaker Module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Left Speaker M2*3 Module 6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, left side first as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 80: Removing The Right Speaker Module

    Removing the Right Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Turn the Upper Cover over and remove the Right Speaker Module cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips.
  • Page 81 5. Remove the single securing screw from the Right Speaker Module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Right Speaker M2*3 Module 6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, right side first as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 82: Removing The Touchpad Bracket

    Removing the TouchPad Bracket IMPORTANT: The TouchPad Board cannot be removed individually. To replace the TouchPad Board, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the Upper Cover. 3.
  • Page 83 4. Remove the two screws from TouchPad bracket. Step Size Quantity Screw Type TouchPad Bracket M2*3 5. Lift the rear edge of the TouchPad bracket first to clear the securing clips and remove it as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 84: Removing The Mainboard

    Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 63. 2. Remove the single securing screw from the Mainboard. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Mainboard M2.5*4 3. Lift the mainboard from the chassis, right edge first, and place it on a clean, dust-free surface. Chapter 3...

  • Page 85: Removing The Rtc Battery

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

  • Page 86: Removing The Thermal Module

    Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Turn the Mainboard over to access the Thermal Module. 3. Remove the four securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to screw 1) from the Thermal Module.
  • Page 87 4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 88: Removing The Cpu Fan

    Removing the CPU Fan 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 76. 2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard as shown. 3. Remove the three securing screws from the Fan Module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type CPU Fan M2*3 Chapter 3...
  • Page 89 4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 90: Removing The Cpu

    Removing the CPU IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed. 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 76. 2.

  • Page 91: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove Remove LCD Panel Camera Module Remove Remove Remove LCD Brackets LCD FPC Cable Antennas Screw List Step Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Bezel M2.5*6 86.N2802.002...

  • Page 92: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 59. 2. Remove the two upper and two lower bezel screw caps and screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Bezel M2.5*6 3. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Work along the right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart.

  • Page 93: Removing The Camera Module

    Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 82. 2. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3. Remove the Camera from the module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 94: Removing The Lcd Panel

    Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 83. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Panel M2.5*6 3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. 4.
  • Page 95 5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 96: Removing The Lcd Brackets And Fpc Cable

    Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 84. 2. Remove the six securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Brackets M2*3 3. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel. Chapter 3...
  • Page 97 4. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel. 5. Lift the cable as shown to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 6. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the remaining adhesive and remove the cable from the panel. Chapter 3...

  • Page 98: Removing The Antennas

    Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 84. 2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 3. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 4.
  • Page 99 5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the cover. 6. Remove the adhesive strips holding the right antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 7. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. Chapter 3...
  • Page 100 8. Remove the adhesive tape securing the right Antenna to the LCD Module. 9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 101: Lcd Module Reassembly Procedure

    LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas 1. Replace the right Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. Locating Pin Locating Pin 2. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna 3. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module in place.
  • Page 102 5. Replace the left Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. Locating Pin Locating Pin 6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna 7. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module in place.
  • Page 103 9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when correctly installed. Chapter 3...

  • Page 104: Replacing The Lcd Panel

    Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Connect the LCD cable to the panel connector as 2. Press down the adhesive strip to secure the cable shown. in place. 3. Run the cable along the back of the panel and 4. Run the cable across the back of the panel as press down as indicated to secure the cable in shown and press down as indicated to secure the place.
  • Page 105 5. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Replace the six screws (three on each side) in the brackets as shown. 6. Place the LCD Panel in the LCD Module, top edge first, and secure the LCD cable with adhesive tape. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD power cable passes through the hinge well and is not trapped under the panel.

  • Page 106: Replacing The Camera Module

    7. Replace the Camera cable cluster in the LCD 8. Secure the LCD module with the two securing Module. screws. Replacing the Camera Module 1. Place the camera in the LCD Module. 2. Connect the cable to the camera module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 107: Replacing The Lcd Bezel

    Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Replace the bezel and press down until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel. Chapter 3...
  • Page 108 2. Replace the four screws and screw caps provided. Chapter 3...

  • Page 109: Main Module Reassembly Procedure

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

  • Page 110: Replacing The Cpu Fan

    Replacing the CPU Fan 1. Align the screw holes on the CPU Fan and 2. Replace the three screws to secure the Fan to the Mainboard and replace the Fan. Mainboard. 3. Connect the Fan power cable to the Mainboard connector. Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORTANT: Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module.

  • Page 111: Replacing The Mainboard

    3. Align the screw holes on the Thermal Module and 4. Replace the four securing screws (in numerical Mainboard then replace the module. Keep the order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secure the module as level as possible to spread the thermal Thermal Module in place.

  • Page 112: Replacing The Touchpad Bracket

    Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the TouchPad bracket top edge first to 2. Press the bracket down to engage the securing engage the securing clips. clips. 3. Replace the two screws to secure the TouchPad Bracket to the Upper Cover. 4.
  • Page 113 5. Replace the FFC and press down as indicated to secure it to the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 114: Replacing The Right Speaker Module

    Replacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Place the module left side first on the Upper Cover 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module in as shown. Ensure that the left side of the module is place. seated correctly in the securing clip. 3.

  • Page 115: Replacing The Left Speaker Module

    Replacing the Left Speaker Module 1. Place the module right side first on the Upper 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module in Cover as shown. Ensure that the right side of the place. module is seated correctly in the securing clip. 3.

  • Page 116: Replacing The Power Board

    Replacing the Power Board 1. Slide the Power Board in to the Upper Cover front edge first to engage the securing clip. 2. Press the board down to locate the securing pin. 3. Replace the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover.
  • Page 117 2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place. 3. Replace the nine screws in the Upper Cover as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 118 4. Replace the three screw caps as shown. 5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard. Chapter 3...
  • Page 119 6. Connect A as shown. 7. Connect C as shown. 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. Chapter 3...

  • Page 120: Replacing The Lcd Module

    10. Turn the computer over and replace the eleven screws as shown. Replacing the LCD Module 1. Align the screw holes on the LCD Module and 2. The left and right screw covers are shaped Upper Cover and replace the LCD Module. differently.
  • Page 121 4. Replace the right screw cover as shown. Ensure that the securing tab on the rear of the cover is seated correctly in the Upper Cover. 5. Replace the four screws securing the LCD Module to the Upper Cover. 6. Ensure that the Hinge Covers are replaced 7.
  • Page 122 9. Run the black Antenna cable along the cable 10. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable in channel as shown using all available retaining place. clips. 11. Run the white Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 12.
  • Page 123 14. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pass the Antenna cables through the chassis. 15. The Upper Cover appears as shown when the Antenna and LCD cables are correctly installed. 16. Turn the computer over. Run the Antenna cables along the cable channel as shown, using all available cable clips.
  • Page 124 17. Replace the two screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 125: Replacing The Keyboard

    Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 2. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first 3. Press down as indicated to secure the Keyboard in into the chassis.

  • Page 126: Replacing The Switch Cover

    Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the Upper Cover. 2. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2.
  • Page 127 3. Insert the HDD, as indicated and lower it into 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to place. connect the interface. Chapter 3...

  • Page 128: Replacing The Wlan Module

    Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the module. 3. Connect the two Antenna cables to the module. 4. After connecting the cables to the terminals, secure the cables in place with adhesive tape to NOTE: The black cable connects to the upper avoid trapping.

  • Page 129: Replacing The Odd Module

    Replacing the ODD Module 1. Press the bezel into the tray, bottom edge first, to 2. Secure the ODD bracket with the two screws. secure it to the ODD Module. 3. Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is 4.

  • Page 130: Replacing The Sd Dummy Card

    3. Replace the three screws to secure the covers in place. Memory Cover Cover Replacing the SD Dummy Card 1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot as shown. 2. Push until the card clicks into place and is flush with the casing.

  • Page 131: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to release position (1), insert the battery pack and secure the battery in place. press down (2). Chapter 3...
  • Page 132 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 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 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 System and Maintenance System Device Manager. Check the Device Manager to determine that: •...

  • Page 140: 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 141: 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: •...
  • Page 142 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 143 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 144: Wireless Function Failure

    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: 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: Chapter 4...

  • Page 145: 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 146: 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 147: Post Codes

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

  • Page 148: Bds & Specific Action

    Code Description 0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers 0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows 0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows 0x30 Perform steps required after memory init 0x31 Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers 0x32 Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable 0x33 Enable RCOMP...
  • Page 149 Code Description 0xF8 Report that ExitBootServices () has been called 0xF9 Runtime driver set virtual address map Chapter 4...

  • Page 150: Each Peim Entry Point Used In 80_Port

    Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0x00 0x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG 0x02 PEI_OEM_SERVICE 0x03 PEI_SIO_INIT 0x04 PEI_MONO_STATUS_CODE 0x05 PEI_CPU_IO_PCI_CFG 0x06 PEI_CPU_IO 0x07 PEI_PCI_CFG 0x08 PEI_CPU_PEIM 0x09 PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE1 0x0A PEI_VARIABLE 0x0B PEI_SB_INIT 0x0C PEI_CAPSULE 0x0D PEI_PLATFORM_STAGE2 0x0E PEI_SB_SMBUS_ARP_DISABLED 0x0F PEI_HOST_TO_SYSTEM 0x10 PEI_MEMORY_INIT 0x11...
  • Page 151 Code Description 0x3B MONOTONIC_COUNTER 0x3C WATCH_DOG_TIMER 0x3D SECURITY_STUB 0x3E DXE_CPU_IO 0x3F CF9_RESET 0x40 PC_RTC 0x41 STATUS_CODE 0x42 VARIABLE 0x43 EMU_VARIABLE 0x44 DXE_CHIPSET_INIT 0x45 DXE_ALERT_FORMAT 0x46 PCI_HOST_BRIDGE 0x47 PCI_EXPRESS 0x48 DXE_SB_INIT 0x49 IDE_CONTROLLER 0x4A SATA_CONTROLLER 0x4B SB_SM_BUS 0x4C ISA_ACPI_DRIVER 0x4D ISA_BUS 0x4E ISA_SERIAL 0x4F...
  • Page 152 Code Description 0x66 BIOS_KEYBOARD 0x67 BIOS_VEDIO 0x68 MONITER_KEY 0x69 LEGACY_BIOS 0x6A LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM 0x6B PCI_PLATFORM 0x6C ISA_FLOOPY 0x6D PS2_MOUSE 0x6E USB_BOT 0x6F USB_CBI0 0x70 USB_CBI1 0x71 USB_KB 0x72 USB_MASS_STORAGE 0x73 BUS_PCI_UHCI 0x74 USB_MOUSE 0x75 USB_BUS 0x76 SETUP_UTILITY 0x77 FW_BLOCK_SERVICE 0x78 USB_LEGACY_PLATFORM 0x79 GRAPHICS_CONSOLE 0x7A...
  • Page 153 Code Description 0x91 DXE_0x91 PXE_BC 0x92 PXE_DHCP4 0x93 0x94~0x9F RESERVED 0xA0 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO 0xA1 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO 0xA2 DXE_TPM_TCG 0xA3 DXE_TPM_PHYSICAL_PRESENCE 0xA4 DXE_OEM_SERVICE 0xA5 DXE_EVENT_LOG 0xA6 DXE_ SECURITY_HDD_PASSWORD_SERVICE 0xA7 DXE_LAN_ASF_INIT 0xA8 DXE_BUS_PCI_SERIAL 0xA9 DXE_LAN_IDER_CONTROLLER 0xAA DXE_LAN_AMT 0xAB DXE_ SECURITY_SYSTEM_PASSWORD_SERVICE 0xAC DXE_ SECURITY_ PASSWORD_CONSOLE 0xAD DXE_ DATA_HUB_RECORD_POLICY 0xAE...

  • Page 154: Each Smmdriver Entry Point Used In 80_Port

    Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0xC0 SMM_ACCESS 0xC2 SMM_CONTROL 0xC1 SMM_BASE 0xC3 SMMAP 0xC4 SMMCORE 0xC5 SMM_DISPATCH 0xC6 SMM_START 0xC7 SMM_RUNTIME 0xC8 SB_SMM_DISPATCH 0xC9 SMM_THUNK 0xCA SMM_ACPI_SW_CHILD 0xCB SMM_SB_S3_SAVE 0xCC SMM_PLATFORM 0xCD SMM_GMCH_MBI 0xCE SMM_FW_BLOCK_SERVICE 0xCF SMM_VARIABLE 0xD0 SMM_IHISI...

  • Page 155: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item Description JLVDS1 LCD Connector JP14 Power/B Connector JSPK1 Speaker(Left) Connector JSPK2 Speaker(Right) Connector JKB2 Internal Keyboard Connector JTP1 Touch Pad Connector South Bridge Touch pad (Left) Button Touch pad (Right) Button Chapter 5...

  • Page 156: Bottom View

    Bottom View ITEM DESCRIPTION PJP1 AC-IN Connector JRJ45 RJ45 Connector JCRT1 CRT Connector JP12 Fan Connector JUSB1 USB Connector JUSB2 USB Connector JMIC1 MIC-In Jack JHP1 Head-Phone Jack JSATA2 HDD Connector North Bridge JCPU1 CPU Socket JREAD1 Card Reader Socket PJP3 Battery Board Connector JDIMM2...

  • Page 157: Power Board

    Power Board ITEM DESCRIPTION TP Lock Button ON/OFF Button Wireless Button LED1 ON/OFF LED LED3 Media LED LED4 Num LED LED5 Wireless LED LED6 Caps LED LED7 TP Lock LED LS-4852P ODD Board ITEM DESCRIPTION M/B Connector HDD Connector ODD Board Connector Chapter 5...

  • Page 158: Ls-4853P Battery Board

    LS-4853P Battery Board ITEM DESCRIPTION PIP1 M/B Connector PIP2 Battery Connector LS-4854P Lid Board ITEM DESCRIPTION Lid Switch Chapter 5...

  • Page 159: Clearing Password Check And Bios Recovery

    Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provides you with the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for eMachine HM70-MV. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery. Clearing Password Check Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, BIOS will ask...

  • Page 160: 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 161: 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 162: Aspire 7715Z/7315 Exploded Diagrams

    Aspire 7715Z/7315 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly Description Acer P/N Middle Cover Up Cap (L) Upper Cover Up Cap (R) Mainboard Lower Cover Chapter 6...

  • Page 163: Base Assembly

    Base Assembly Description Acer P/N CPU Fan Thermal Module Mainboard Chapter 6...

  • Page 164: Rear Assembly

    Rear Assembly Description Acer P/N HDD Cover RAM Cover Chapter 6...

  • Page 165: Aspire 7715Z/7315 Fru List

    Aspire 7715Z/7315 FRU List CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN ADAPTER Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP- AP.06501.026 65JH DB A, LV5 LED LF Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA- AP.06503.024 1650-22AC LV5 LED LF Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow HP- AP.0650A.012 A0652R3B 1LF, LV5 LED LF BATTERY...
  • Page 166 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN CABLE TP FFC 50.N3702.001 POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001 POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002 POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.003 POWER CORD UK 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.004 POWER CORD CHINA 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.005 POWER CORD SWISS 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.006 POWER CORD ITALIAN 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.007...
  • Page 167 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN RAM DOOR ASSY 42.N3702.002 HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N3702.003 2ND HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N3702.004 MINI CARD BRK 33.PGY02.001 33.N6602.001 CPU/PROCESSOR CPU Intel CeleronM T1600 1.66G 1M 667 Dual Core, KC.16001.CMT CPU Intel CeleronM T1700 PGA 1.83G 1M 667 Dual KC.17001.CMT Core, MV CPU Intel Pentium Dual-Core T3400 PGA 2.16G 1M...
  • Page 168 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB MK3255GSX KH.32004.002 Libra SATA LF F/W:FG011J HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 KH.32007.007 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT- KH.32008.013 22ZCT0 ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB ST9500325AS KH.50001.011 Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 HDD WD 2.5"...
  • Page 169 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN KEYBOARD Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.423 Black Greek Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.414 Black Arabic Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.430 Black Russian Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.435 Black Thailand Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard...
  • Page 170 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.438 Black US International Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.418 Black Chinese Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard 99KS KB.I1700.439 Black US International w/ Hebrew Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard KB.I1700.420 100KS Black FR/Arabic Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 Standard...
  • Page 171 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN ANTENNA AUX 50.N3702.004 LCD BEZEL FOR W/CCD FUNCTION - ASPIRE 60.PL602.004 LCD BEZEL FOR W/O CCD FUNCTION - ASPIRE 60.PL502.001 LED CABLE FOR W/CCD F 60.N3702.006 LCD BRACKET R&L FOR LED F 33.N3702.004 CAMERA 0.3 57.N2802.001 MAINBOARD MB ASSY-GM45(B3)-INTEL MB.N5302.001 MB ASSY-GM45(A1)-INTEL...
  • Page 172 CATEGORY DESCRIPTION AcerPN Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB KN.2GB09.001 EBE21UE8ACUA-6E-E LF 128*8 0.07um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB KN.2GB0B.011 M470T5663EH3-CE6 LF 128*8 0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB KN.2GB0G.004 HYMP125S64CP8-Y5 LF Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB KN.2GB0G.012 HMP125S6EFR8C-Y5 LF 128*8 0.055um HEATSINK...

  • Page 173: Screw List

    Screw List CATEGORY DESCRIPTION Acer PN SCREW SCREW M2.48D 4.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.001 SCREW M2.48D 6.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.002 SCREW M2.45D 8.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.003 SCREW M1.98D 3.0L K 4.6D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N3702.004 SCREW M M 2D 5L K 4.6D NI NL+ 86.N3702.005...

  • Page 174: Model Definition And Configuration

    Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Appendix A...

  • Page 175: Aspire 7315

    Aspire 7315 Model Acer Part No Country Description AS7315- S2.PL602.001 AS7315-903G50Mi W7HP64AWW1 UMACks 903G50Mi 2G+1G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_ES62 AS7315- LX.PNL02.001 EMEA AS7315-313G25Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC UMACks_3 313G25Mn 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7315- S2.PNL02.001 AS7315-902G25Mn W7HP64AWW1 MC UMACks_3 902G25Mn 1*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES62 AS7315- S2.PL80C.001 AS7315-302G25Mn LINPUSAWW1 UMAks 1*2G/ 302G25Mn 250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_HG_EN11 AS7315- S2.PNM0C.001...
  • Page 176 Extra VOIP Model Acer Part No Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth Phone AS7315- S2.PL80C.001 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 302G25Mn AS7315- S2.PNM0C.001 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 902G25Mn Appendix A...

  • Page 177: Aspire 7715Z

    Aspire 7715Z Model Acer Part No Country Description AS7715Z- S2.PL40C.001 AS7715Z-433G25Mi LINPUSAWW1 433G25Mi UMACks 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bg_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.016 EMEA AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC 443G25Mn UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.045 EMEA AS7715Z-444G32Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC 444G32Mn UMACks_3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN11 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.057 EMEA France...
  • Page 178 Model Acer Part No Country Description AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.058 EMEA Switzerland AS7715Z-442G32Mn W7HP64ATCH1 MC 442G32Mn UMACks_3 1*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_IT41 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.050 EMEA Norway AS7715Z-434G50Mn W7HP64ATNO3 MC 434G50Mn UMACks_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENS1 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.049 EMEA Norway AS7715Z-434G32Mn W7HP64ATNO3 MC 434G32Mn UMACks_3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENS1 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.054...
  • Page 179 Model Acer Part No Country Description AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.037 EMEA Middle East AS7715Z-443G25Mn EM 443G25Mn W7HP64EMATME2 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.036 EMEA South Africa AS7715Z-443G25Mn EM 443G25Mn W7HP64EMATZA2 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.035 EMEA Turkey AS7715Z-443G25Mn EM 443G25Mn W7HP64EMATTR1 MC UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/...
  • Page 180 Model Acer Part No Country Description AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.023 EMEA Luxembourg AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATLU3 MC 443G25Mn UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_IT41 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.022 EMEA Holland AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATNL1 MC 443G25Mn UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_NL11 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.021 EMEA Belgium AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATBE1 MC 443G25Mn UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_NL11 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.020...
  • Page 181 Model Acer Part No Country Description AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.005 EMEA Serbia/ AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATCS1 MC 443G25Mn Macedonia UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_SL11 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.004 EMEA Greece AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATGR1 MC 443G25Mn UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EL31 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.003 EMEA Austria AS7715Z-443G25Mn W7HP64ATAT1 MC 443G25Mn UMACks_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_DE61 AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.002...
  • Page 182 VRAM Model Acer Part No Memory 1 Memory 2 Chip AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.066 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 444G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.059 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 444G32Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.064 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 444G64Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.063 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10...
  • Page 183 VRAM Model Acer Part No Memory 1 Memory 2 Chip AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.035 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 443G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.034 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 443G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.033 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 443G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.032 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10...
  • Page 184 VRAM Model Acer Part No Memory 1 Memory 2 Chip AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.010 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 443G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.009 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 443G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.008 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 443G25Mn WXGA+G AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.006 PMDT4 NLED17.3 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10...
  • Page 185 Memory Memory Media Model Acer Part No 1(GB) 2(GB) Processor AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.069 N500GB NSM8XS 444G50Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.068 N500GB NSM8XS 444G50Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.067 N250GB NSM8XS 444G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.066 N250GB NSM8XS 444G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.059 N320GB NSM8XS 444G32Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.064...
  • Page 186 Memory Memory Media Model Acer Part No 1(GB) 2(GB) Processor AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.038 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.037 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.036 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.035 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.034 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.033...
  • Page 187 Memory Memory Media Model Acer Part No 1(GB) 2(GB) Processor AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.013 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.012 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.011 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.010 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.009 N250GB NSM8XS 443G25Mn 5.4KS AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.008...
  • Page 188 Extra VOIP Model Acer Part No Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth Phone AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.070 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 444G50Mn AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.062 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 443G32Mn AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.065 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in...
  • Page 189 Extra VOIP Model Acer Part No Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth Phone AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.042 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 444G32Mn AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.040 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 443G25Mn AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.039 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in...
  • Page 190 Extra VOIP Model Acer Part No Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth Phone AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.017 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 443G25Mn AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.015 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 443G25Mn AS7715Z- LX.PNJ02.014 McAfee 5 in 1-Build in...

  • Page 191: 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 7 environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

  • Page 192: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test ® ® Vendor Description Acer P/N Adapter DELTA Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP-65JH DB A, AP.06501.026 LV5 LED LF LITE-ON Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA-1650-22AC AP.06503.024 LV5 LED LF HIPRO Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow HP-A0652R3B 1LF, AP.0650A.012...
  • Page 193 Vendor Description Acer P/N HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO ML160 KH.16008.022 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 SEAGATE HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB ST9250315AS Wyatt SATA KH.25001.016 LF F/W:0001SDM1 TOSHIBA HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB MK2555GSX Libra SATA KH.25004.003 LF F/W:FG001J HGST HDD HGST 2.5"...
  • Page 194 Vendor Description Acer P/N HYNIX Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HMP112S6EFR6C-Y5 KN.1GB0G.022 LF 64*16 0.055um NANYA Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB NT2GT64U8HD0BN- KN.2GB03.011 3C LF 128*8 0.07um MICRON Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY- KN.2GB04.010 667G1 LF 128*8 0.065um...

  • Page 195: 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 196 Appendix C...

  • Page 197: Index

    Index Replacing AFLASH Utility Antennas DIMM Modules Removing Removing Replacing Replacing Display display Battery hotkeys Replacing Battery Pack Removing EasyTouch Failure BIOS External Module Disassembly ROM type Flowchart vendor Version 21–33 BIOS Utility Features Advanced Flash Utility Boot Exit FPC Cable Navigating Removing Onboard Device Configuration...
  • Page 198 Removing num lock Replacing 5, 8 on indicator Keyboard Failure ODD Failure LCD Bezel Online Support Information Removing Optical Disk Drive Replacing Replacing LCD Brackets Optical Drive Module Removing Removing Replacing LCD Cable Replacing Panel LCD Failure Bottom LCD Module PC Card Removing Power Board...
  • Page 199 Thermal Unit Failure TouchPad Removing TouchPad Bracket Removing Replacing TouchPad Failure Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure EasyTouch Buttons HDTV Switch Internal Microphone Internal Speakers LCD Failure No Display Other Failures Power On Thermal Unit TouchPad WLAN Undetermined Problems Upper Cover Removing Replacing utility 21–33...

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