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Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61 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...
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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.
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Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.
Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. Operating System Genuine Windows® Vista™ • Platform AMD Athlon X2 QL-64 2.1GHz • 1MB Cache • 667MHz Bus Speed •...
Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC272 • Integrated on motherboard or on PCI Slot Integrated • Sound Stereo • Dolby sound room • I/O Interface 15 pin CRT port • HDMI port • MIC In • 90W DC-in jack for AC Adapter •...
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Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% • NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. Chapter 1...
Your Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View Ventilation fan Component Icon Description Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin.
Left View Ethernet Headphone jack port jack Memory card Kensington Power HDMI out Monitor Microphone reader lock slot connector jack port port jack Component Icon Description Kensington™ Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a lock slot Kensington cable lock to this slot. Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector.
Right View Modem DVD drive Power USB port jack button Component Icon Description USB port Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. Modem jack Plug a dial-up modem cable into this optional jack.
Bottom View Battery Ventilation Battery slots and lock cooling fan Battery latch Hard drive Memory/ Hard drive bay Component Icon Description Battery Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power. Battery lock Slide to unlock the battery. Battery latch Slide to release the battery.
Keyboard Area (selected models) Speakers Capacitive Status touch keys indicators Keyboard Power/Battery Touchpad indicators Component Icon Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used.
LCD Panel Microphone Webcam Component Icon Description Webcam Use to let others see who they are communicating with when making VoIP calls. Microphone Use to talk through when making Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls. Chapter 1...
Status Indicators Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. The status indicators are located below the screen. Indicator Icon Description Bluetooth • LED on - Bluetooth communication is turned on •...
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.
Using the Keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. Function keys/ System...
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Windows key it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: <...
System Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, Bluetooth and WiFi. To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Function Key Description Turn the capacitive touch key LEDs on or off.
Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification Mobile AMD Family 11h Processor Core Logic ·AMD RS780MN ·AMD SB700 CPU Package S1g2 package CPU Power 35 / 25 W Processor Specifications Mfg. cache Item Cores Package Power Acer P/N Speed Tech Size Athlon64X2 QL60 1.9G...
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Item Specification DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket 2048MB Supports maximum memory size 4096MB Supports DIMM type 200-pin DDRII SO-DIMM Supports DIMM Speed 667/800 mHz Supports DIMM voltage +1.8V Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB...
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Specification Item Resolution External resolution/refresh rate:· 2048 x 1536: 75/60 Hz 1920 x 1440: 85/75/60 Hz 1920 x 1200: 75/60 Hz 1920 x 1080: 100/85/75/60 Hz 1680 x 945: 100/85/75/60 Hz 1600 x 1200: 120/100/85/75/60 Hz 1600 x 900: 120/100/85/75/60 Hz 1400 x 1050: 85/75/60 Hz 1366 x 768: 85/75/60 Hz 1280 x 1024: 120/100/85/75/60 Hz...
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Specification Item Resolution External resolution/refresh rate:· 2048 x 1536: 75/60 Hz 1920 x 1440: 85/75/60 Hz 1920 x 1200: 75/60 Hz 1920 x 1080: 100/85/75/60 Hz 1680 x 945: 100/85/75/60 Hz 1600 x 1200: 120/100/85/75/60 Hz 1600 x 900: 120/100/85/75/60 Hz 1400 x 1050: 85/75/60 Hz 1366 x 768: 85/75/60 Hz 1280 x 1024: 120/100/85/75/60 Hz...
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Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor Seagate Model Name ST9160310AS ST9320320AS ST9500325AS Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 5,400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate 1175 (Mbits/sec max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements...
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Hard Disk Drive Interface (cont) Item Specifications Vendor & Model HTS545050 HTS545032 HTS545025 HTS543216 Name B9A300 B9A300 B9A300 L9A300 Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed 5400 (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface SATA Internal transfer 875 MB/s 845 MB/s rate...
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Super-Multi Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name HLDS/GSA-T50, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW Version 1.2 / DVD-R DL Version...
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Item Specification Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open) Tact SW (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Blue-Ray Combo Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name Sony BC-5500S Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained:...
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Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Realtek ALC272 Azalia Codec and Amplifier G1454 Controller • Features • HD Audio • SNR > 85,High-performance DACs with 95dB SNR (A-Weighting), ADCs with 85dB SNR (A-Weighting) • Internal Digital Microphone • Two speakers, max. 1W output for each •...
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Item Specification Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Features • Support Application keys for Windows XP version Battery Specification Item 6 Cell 8 Cell Vendor & model name SONY AS-2007B/SIMPLO AS- SONY AS-2007B/SIMPLO AS- 2007B/SANYO AS-2007B/ 2007B/SANYO AS-2007B/ PANASONIC AS-2007B PANASONIC AS-2007B Battery Type Li-ion...
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.
Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Information M a i n Security B o o t Exit...
Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Information M a i n Security...
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Information M a i n Security B o o t...
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”...
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...
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. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Information M a i n...
Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Information M a i n Security...
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.
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.
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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...
WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: Double-click the WinFlash executable.Click Start. Make sure that AC power is plugged in and click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays. Chapter 2...
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated along with an error code. Note down this code. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: In DOS mode, use the code generated previously to execute the command Unlock6.exe 09652 00 and then select option 2 to get the password.
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. The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not. Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS.
Using DMITools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM to be used in the DMI pool for hardware management. When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking that the table correlates with the hardware before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.).
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...
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 •...
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.
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 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.
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...
Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Loosen the five captive screws in the memory and HDD covers. HDD2, WLAN, and Memory Cover HDD1 Cover 3. Remove the HDD1 Cover. 4. Remove the HDD2, WLAN, and Memory Cover as shown. Chapter 3...
Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 48. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Module M2.5*5 3. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot as shown. Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4.
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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...
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...
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 Module. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal (left) and White to the AUX terminal (right). Chapter 3...
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4. Move the Antennas away and remove the two screws to release the WLAN Module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type WLAN Module M2*3 5. Detach the WLAN Module from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. Chapter 3...
Removing the Primary HDD 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.
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5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Chapter 3...
Removing the Secondary HDD Module NOTE: The Secondary HDD is optional and may not be present. 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.
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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...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Switch Cover Remove Remove Keyboard Media Board Remove LCD Module Remove Upper Cover Upper Lower Cover Cover Remove Remove Remove Remove TouchPad Media Board FFC LED Board Speaker Module Bracket Remove...
Removing the Switch Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46. 2. Lift the Media Board FFC cover as shown to expose the FFC connector. 3. Open the FFC locking latch and disconnect the Media Board FFC. 4. Remove the three securing screws from the Lower Cover. Step Size Quantity...
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5. Open the computer lid to approximately 45° and push the Switch Cover from the underside of the computer to release the locking latches securing the cover in place. 6. Turn the computer over and open the lid fully. Lift the left side of the Switch Cover as shown. 7.
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8. Rotate the Switch Cover toward the LCD panel and lift it away from the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the Media Board 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 59. 2. Pry the Media Board away from the Switch Cover as shown. NOTE: A very strong adhesive is used to secure the board in place. 3. Pry the board away from the Upper Cover and remove it completely. Chapter 3...
Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 59. 2. Lift the keyboard from the centre as shown to release the securing clips on each side. 3. Turn the Keyboard over on the TouchPad to expose the FFC cable. 4.
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5. Disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard. 6. Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. 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. Open the computer lid and stand the chassis on its edge. Ensure the Antenna Cables are free from obstructions as shown.
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4. Remove the adhesive tape securing the cables in place and pull the Antenna cables through the casing as shown. 5. Remove the cables from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cables are completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. Chapter 3...
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6. Disconnect the Power Board cable from the Mainboard. 7. Remove the 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. 8. Disconnect the power cable from the Mainboard as shown. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well.
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9. Disconnect the MIC cable from the Mainboard as shown. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 10. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. Step Size Quantity...
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11. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. Chapter 3...
Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 65. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the thirteen screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Cover M2.5*8 (red callout) Upper Cover M2.5*5 (green callout) Upper Cover M2.5*3 (blue callout)
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3. Turn the computer over. Remove the nine screws on the top panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Cover M2.5*5 (red callout) Upper Cover M2.5*3 (blue callout) 4. Remove the adhesive tape holding the cables in place. Chapter 3...
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5. Disconnect the following cables from the Mainboard. 6. Disconnect A as shown. 7. Release the locking latch and remove B as shown. 8. Release the locking latch and remove C as shown. 9. Release the locking latch and remove D as shown. NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors.
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10. Starting at the top-inside edges of the Upper Cover above the Battery Bay, lift the Upper Cover away from the Lower Cover as shown. 11. Work along the top edge prying the casing apart as shown. 12. Pry apart the left and right sides of the casing and lift the Upper Cover away from the Lower Cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the TouchPad Bracket 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Release the FFC locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the cover. 3. Remove the single screw securing the TouchPad Bracket to the Upper Cover. Step Size Quantity...
Removing the Media Board FFC 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Lift the Media Board FFC as shown to release the adhesive securing it to the Upper Cover. 3. Pull the FFC through the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the cable passes through the casing completely. 4.
Removing the LED Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Lift the right edge of the LED Board to release the adhesive securing the board to the Upper Cover. 3. Lift the LED Board away from the Upper Cover as shown. 4.
Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the four screws from the speaker modules. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Speaker Module M2*3 3. Remove the right side Speaker cable from the channel as shown. 4.
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5. Lift the entire Speaker assembly clear of the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT:Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the connections shown.
Removing the Modem Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the Modem Board. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Modem Board M2*3 3. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Modem cable to the Mainboard. Chapter 3...
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4. Lift the Modem Board away from the Mainboard, taking care not to damage the cable attached to the underside of the board. 5. Disconnect the cable from the underside of the Modem Board and lift the board clear of the chassis. Chapter 3...
Removing the USB Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Disconnect the USB Board cable from the Mainboard connector. 3. Lift the USB cable away from Lower Cover to detach the adhesive. 4. Remove the single screw securing the USB Board to the Lower Cover. Step Size Quantity...
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5. Lift the USB Board out of the Lower Cover as shown. 6. Remove the USB Board cable from the board connector. Chapter 3...
Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Modem Board” on page 80. 2. See “Removing the USB Board” on page 82. 3. Remove the single screw securing the Mainboard to the Lower Cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Mainboard M2.5*5 4.
Removing the RJ-11 Jack 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 84. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the RJ-11 cable to the Lower Cover. 3. Remove the RJ-11 cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 4.
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5. Lift the RJ-11 Jack away from the Lower Cover to detach the adhesive securing it in place. Chapter 3...
Removing the CPU Fan 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 84. 2. Disconnect the CPU Fan power cable from the Mainboard. 3. Remove the three securing screws from the CPU Fan. Step Size Quantity Screw Type CPU Fan M2*3 4.
Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 84. 2. Remove the four screws securing the Thermal Module to the Mainboard in reverse numerical order from 4 to 1. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Thermal Module M2.5*6.5 3.
Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 88. 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 65. 2. Remove the four screw caps and six screws (four on the Bezel and two on the Hinge Covers). Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Bezel M2.5*5 (red callout) LCD Bezel M2*4...
Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 91. 2. Disconnect the camera cable. 3. Remove the Camera from the module. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 92. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Panel M2.5*5 3. Lift the LCD Panel out of the module, rear edge first, as shown. The LCD Module appears as follows when the LCD Panel is removed.
Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Power Board Bracket to the LCD Module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Power Board M2*3 3. Lift the Power Board Bracket from the LCD Panel as shown. 4.
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93. 2. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the cable as shown to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 3.
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5. Remove the six securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Brackets M2*3 6. Remove the LCD Brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel. Chapter 3...
Removing the Microphone Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93. 2. Remove the strips holding the microphone cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 3. Lift the Microphone Module clear of the module. Chapter 3...
Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 93. 2. Starting from the right hinge, remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel running along the bottom edge of the LCD Module. 3. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left Antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. Chapter 3...
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4. Remove the adhesive tape (green callout) and lift the left side Antenna from the LCD module as shown. 5. Remove the adhesive strips holding the right Antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 6. Remove the adhesive tape (green callout) and lift the right side Antenna from the LCD module as shown. Chapter 3...
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas, Power Board, and MIC 1. Replace the left and right antennas as shown. Ensure that the locating pin on each antenna is correctly seated. Press down on the adhesive pads (green callout) to secure the antennas in place. Locating Pin Locating Pin 2.
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3. Replace the right antenna cable (black) as shown. 4. Place the Power Board in to the bracket as shown. Ensure that the cable is secured under each adhesive tab strip. 5. Place the Power Board Bracket in the LCD Module 6.
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NOTE: The LCD Module appears as shown when the Antennas, Power Board, and MIC are replaced correctly. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. 2. Starting with the top most screws (marked with ), replace the six screws in the brackets as shown. 3. Insert the LCD Panel cable into the LCD Panel 4.
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6. Replace the LCD cable as shown an press down along the cable’s length to secure the cable to the panel. IMPORTANT:Ensure the cable is placed between the green callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced. 7. Place the LCD Panel in the back cover, bottom edge first, and lower it in to place as indicated. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped under the panel.
8. Replace the two screws to secure the panel in the LCD Module. Replacing the Camera Module 1. Align the Camera Board with the locating pins and 2. Connect the cable to the Camera Board. place the camera in the LCD Module. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Locate the bezel bottom edge first 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...
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2. Press down around the entire perimeter of the bezel until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. 3. Replace the six screws as indicated. NOTE: The Bezel securing screws differ in size: Red callout—M2.5*5, Green callout—M2*4. Chapter 3...
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...
3. Align the four screw holes on the Thermal Module 4. Secure the four screws (in numerical order from and Mainboard and lower the module into place. screw 1 to screw 4) in the Thermal Module as Keep the module as level as possible to spread the shown.
Replacing the RJ-11 Jack 1. Place the RJ-11 Jack in the Lower Cover as 2. Replace the cable bundle and press down to shown. secure the adhesive in place 3. Run the cable along the Lower Cover as shown, 4. Secure the cable in place with an adhesive strip. using all available cable clips.
Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up (the CPU is not visible). Place the Mainboard in the chassis, left side first (1), then rotate it downward into position (2). 2. Ensure that the RJ-11 (Modem) cable is accessible when the Mainboard is replaced as shown. 3.
Replacing the USB Board 1. Reconnect the USB Board cable to the USB 2. Align the locating holes and pins on the Lower Board. Cover and replace the USB Board. 3. Replace the single screw securing the board to the 4.
Replacing the Modem Board 1. Reconnect the RJ-11 cable to the Modem Board. 2. Align the screw holes on the Modem and Lower Cover and replace the board. 3. Secure the cable in place with adhesive tape. 4. Press down as indicated to connect the board-to- board interface.
Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Place the left Speaker Module in the chassis as 2. Lift the mylar sheet away from the Upper Cover and shown, ensuring that the locating pins are seated run the Speaker cable along the Upper Cover using correctly.
Replacing the LED Board 1. Pass the LED Board FFC through the Upper Cover 2. Place the LED Board in the Upper Cover and press as shown. down as indicated to secure the board in place. Replacing the Media Board FFC 1.
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the TouchPad Bracket bottom edge first to 2. Secure the bracket to the Upper Cover with a single engage the securing clips (1). Rotate the bracket screw. on to the Upper Cover and press down as indicated (2).
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2. Press down around the front and sides to secure the Upper Cover in place. NOTE: Ensure that there a no gaps between the Upper and Lower Covers. 3. Reconnect the following cables as shown. Chapter 3...
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4. Connect A as shown. 5. Insert B as shown and close the locking latch. 6. Insert C as shown and close the locking latch. 7. Insert D as shown and close the locking latch. 8. Secure cables A and B in place using adhesive tape. Chapter 3...
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9. Replace the nine screws in the upper cover as shown. NOTE: The securing screws differ in size: Red callout—M2.5*5, Blue callout—M2.5*3. 10. Turn the computer over and replace the thirteen screws as shown. NOTE: The securing screws differ in size: Red callout—M2.5*8, Green callout—M2.5*5, Blue callout—M2.5*3. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Module 1. Turn the computer over. Align the LCD hinges with the lower cover and replace the LCD module. 2. Replace the four securing screws (two each side), starting with the left side hinge. Ensure that the LCD cables are not trapped in the hinges.
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5. Run the LVDS cable along the cable channel as 6. Reconnect the LVDS cable to the Mainboard as shown, using all the available cable clips. shown. 7. Run the Power Board cable along the cable channel 8. Connect the Power Board cable to the Mainboard using all available cable clips.
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11. Pull the Antennas completely through from the under side of the computer. 12. Secure the cables in place with adhesive tape. 13. Replace the two securing screws. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the Keyboard face down on the TouchPad 2. Close the FFC locking latch to secure the cable in area.Reconnect the FFC as shown. place. 3. Turn the keyboard over and insert it front edge first 4.
Replacing the Media Board 1. Align the Media Board with the transparent pane 2. Press the Media Board down to secure it in place on the Switch Cover. with adhesive. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Place the Switch Cover rear edge first on to the Upper Cover. Rotate the Switch Cover downward on the Keyboard. 2. Press down the edges of the cover to snap it into place, then press the centre down until it snaps in to place. 3.
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4. Lift the Media Board FFC cover as shown to 5. Connect the FFC to the Media Board as shown. expose the FFC connector. 6. Close the FFC locking latch to secure the FFC in 7. Replace the Media Board FFC cover. place.
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Modules 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the four screws (two each side) to secure the carrier. 3. Insert the Secondary HDD, right side first, and 4. Slide the Secondary HDD to the right to connect lower it into place.
Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the single screw 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 using adhesive tape. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal (left) and White to the AUX terminal (right).
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.
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2. Replace the HDD1 Cover as shown. IMPORTANT:Press down around the perimeter of the covers to ensure that the all the securing tabs are correctly located in the casing. 3. Secure the five captive screws to hold the covers in place. HDD2, WLAN, and Memory Cover...
Replacing the SD Dummy Card 1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot and push until the card clicks into place and is flush with the casing. Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the 2.
Chapter 4 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.
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: S tart S tart S wap S wap AC/Batte ry AC/Batte ry Check Check AC/Batt only AC/Batt only...
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: START Replace CPU CPU OK? goto no power Power On? trouble shooting step LCD module Replace Ext.
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.
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: Start C he c k LC D S w a p LC D pa ne l/ M odule LC D c a ble S w a p M /B...
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: S tart S tart Re-asse mble Re-asse mble the T/P FFC to the T/P FFC to Check M/B Check M/B T/P FFC...
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: The device is properly installed.
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: S tart S tart Re-asse mble Re-asse mble the MIC cable the MIC cable Check M/B Check M/B to M/B...
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.
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: START DVD/ CD-ROM driver Install it installed? DVD/ CD-ROM module Seat it well well seated? Replace DVD/ CD-ROM disc...
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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. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in DVD/CD-ROM drives.
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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. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility.
USB Failure If the USB fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRU: S tart S tart Re-asse mble Re-asse mble the US B/B the US B/B Check Check cable to M/B cable to M/B...
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: S t a r t S t a r t R e-assem b le th e R e-assem b le B T an ten n a to W L / C he c k a nte nna to...
BT Unit Failure If the Bluetooth Module fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: S t a r t R e-assem b le B T C he c k B T c a ble w e l l c o n n e c t C ab le C he c k B T c a b l e...
Function Board Failure If the Function Board fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Start Start Re -assemble Re -assemble Check Check the function /B the function /B function /B to function /B to FFC to M/B...
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.
Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
Post Codes These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Chipset POST Codes The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST. Code Beeps POST Routine Description Verify Real Mode Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Initialize chipset with initial POST values...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Shadow system BIOS ROM Autosize cache Advanced configuration of chipset registers Load alternate registers with CMOS values Initialize interrupt vectors POST device initialization 2-1-2-3 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...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices Re-initialize onboard I/O ports. 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...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Try to boot with INT 19 Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) Initialize error logging Initialize error display function Initialize system error handler PnPnd dual CMOS (optional) Initialize notebook docking (optional) Initialize notebook docking late Force check (optional) Extended checksum (optional) Unknown interrupt Code...
This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61. Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61 provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
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.
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Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk: Before doing this, a Crisis Diskette should be prepared ready in hand. The Crisis Diskette could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in another system with Windows XP OS. Follow the steps below: 1.
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization).
Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61 FRU List Category Description Acer Part Number BOARD Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300 BT.21100.005 Lite-On Conexant -Unizion 1.5_3.3v AUS RD02-D330 FX.22500.021 MEDIA BOARD 55.WBF02.001 LED BOARD 55.WBF02.002 USB BOARD 55.WBF02.003 POWER BOARD 55.WBF02.004 VGA BOARD 10PGE1-MSI (MS-V165A3 1G) 55.WBG02.001...
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Category Description Acer Part Number MEDIA BOARD FFC 50.WBF02.003 USB CABLE 50.WBF02.004 RJ11 CABLE 50.WBF02.005 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...
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Category Description Acer Part Number MAIN HDD DOOR W/ RUBBER FOOT 42.WBF02.001 HDD CARRIER 33.WBF02.001 HDD DOOR FOR NB W/ 2 HDD 42.WBF02.002 KEYBOARD Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17 KB.I170G.029 Standard 103KS White US International Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17 KB.I170G.014 Standard 103KS White Greek Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17...
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Category Description Acer Part Number Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17 KB.I170G.023 Standard 104KS White Spanish Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17 KB.I170G.027 Standard 104KS White Turkish Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17 KB.I170G.024 Standard 104KS White Sweden Keyboard GATEWAY GP-7T white SJV70 Internal 17 KB.I170G.022 Standard 104KS White SLO/CRO...
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Category Description Acer Part Number LED LCD AUO 17.3" WXGA+ Glare B173RW01-V0 LF LK.17305.001 220nit 8ms 600:1 LED LCD SAMSUNG 17.3" WXGA+ Glare LK.17306.001 LTN173KT01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LED LCD LPL 17.3" WXGA+ Glare LP173WD1-TLA1 LK.17308.001 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LED LCD CMO 17.3"...
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Category Description Acer Part Number LCD COVER IMR-GTW 60.WBF02.009 LCD COVER IMR-PB 60.WBF02.010 ANTENNA MAIN (R -1X2) 50.WBF02.006 ANTENNA AUX (L) 50.WBF02.007 ANTENNA MIMO (R-3X3) 50.WBF02.009 LCD BEZEL 60.WBF02.008 LVDS CABLE 50.WBF02.008 LCD BRACKET R+L 33.WBF02.004 CAMERA 0.3M 57.WBF02.001 ASSY LEC LCD MODULE 17.3" WXGA GLARE W/ 6M.WBJ02.001 ANTENNA *2, IMR, W/O CCD LED LCD AUO 17.3"...
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Category Description Acer Part Number ANTENNA AUX (L) 50.WBF02.007 LCD BEZEL W/O CMOS 60.WBJ02.003 LCD BRACKET R+L 33.WBF02.004 ASSY LEC LCD MODULE 17.3" WXGA GLARE W/ 6M.WBJ02.002 ANTENNA *3, IMR, W/O CCD LED LCD AUO 17.3" WXGA+ Glare B173RW01-V0 LF LK.17305.001 220nit 8ms 600:1 LED LCD SAMSUNG 17.3"...
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Category Description Acer Part Number MAINBOARD Mainboard ENLJ61_UMACck_NV76_72_UMACckM MB.B5802.001 RS780 SB700 LF Mainboard ENLJ61_M96_M92&NV76/72_M96_M92 MB.B6002.001 RS780 SB700 LF HEATSINK VGA THERMAL MODULE-M92M 60.WBW02.001 VGA THERMAL MODULE-M96M 60.B6002.001 CPU THERMAL MODULE 60.WBT02.001 FAN-UMA 23.B5702.001 SPEAKER MIC SET 23.WBF02.001 SPEAKER 23.WBF02.002 MISCELLANEOUS BATTERY MYLAR 42.WBF02.003 RUBBER FOOT...
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61 Series Model Country Acer Part No Description ENLJ61- EMEA France LX.BA20Y.001 ENLJ61-644G50Mn VHB32BTFR1 AAQL64 644G50Mn M92XT512Cck2 2*2G/500_L/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_GEc_FR61 EASYNOTE_LJ61-BG114FR ENLJ61- EMEA France LX.BA20X.001 ENLJ61-644G32Mn VHP32BTFR1 AAQL64 644G32Mn M92XT512Cck2 2*2G/320/6L/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_GEc_FR64...
Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Packard Bell EasyNote LJ61 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
Appendix C 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.