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Acer Aspire 1500 series Service Manual

Acer Aspire 1500 series Service Manual (137 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.99 MB

Table of Contents

Aspire 1500 Series
1
Revision History
2
Table of Contents
7
System Introduction
10
Chapter 1 System Introduction

10
- Features
  10
- System Block Diagram
  12
- Board Layout
  13
  - Top View
    13
  - Bottom View
    14
- Panel
  15
  - Front Panel
    15
  - Left Panel
    16
  - Right Panel
    17
  - Rear Panel
    18
  - Bottom Panel
    19
- Indicators
  20
  - Understanding the Icons
    21
- Keyboard
  22
  - Special Keys
    22
  - Windows Keys
    23
- Hot Keys
  24
- Launch Keys
  26
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  27
  - Memory Combinations
    28
  - Environmental Requirements
    34
  - Mechanical Specification
    35
  - System Utilities
    37
Chapter 2 System Utilities

37
- BIOS Setup Utility
  37
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    38
  - Information
    39
  - Main
    40
  - Advanced
    42
  - Security
    44
  - Boot
    48
  - Exit
    49
- BIOS Flash Utility
  50
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

51
- General Information
  52
  - Before You Begin
    52
- Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
  53
- Removing the Battery
  55
- Removing the Memory Module
  56
- Removing the Modem Board
  57
- Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
  58
- Removing the LCD Module
  59
- Disassembling the LCD Module
  62
  - Removing the Lcd Brackets
    64
  - Removing the Lcd Hinges
    65
- Disassembling the Main Unit
  66
  - Removing the Thermal Module
    67
  - Removing the Processor
    67
  - Installing the Processor
    68
  - Removing the Upper Case Assemly
    68
  - Removing the Touchpad Board
    69
  - Removing the Touchpad Cable
    69
  - Removing the Vga Heatsink Plate
    71
  - Removing the Cpu Heatsink Plate
    71
  - Removing the Hdd Bracket
    72
  - Removing the Main Board
    73
  - Removing the DC Board
    73
  - Removing the Pcmcia Slot
    74
  - Removing the Speaker Set
    75
- System Upgrade Procedure
  76
- Assembling the Main Unit
  77
- Assembling the LCD Module
  86
- Installing the Lcd Bezel
  88
- Installing the LCD Module
  90
- Installing the Middle Cover
  91
- Installing the Hard Disk Drive Module
  93
- Installing the Modem Board
  94
- Installing the Memory Module
  95
- Installing the Battery
  96
  - Troubleshooting
    97
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

97
- System Check Procedures
  98
  - External Diskette Drive Check
    98
  - External CD-ROM Drive Check
    98
    
    Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
    98
    
    Memory Check
    98
    
    Power System Check
    99
    
    Touchpad Check
    100
  - Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
    101
  - Index of Error Messages
    102
  - POST Codes
    104
  - Index of Symptom-To-FRU Error Message
    108
  - Intermittent Problems
    112
  - Undetermined Problems
    113
  - Top View
    115
  - Bottom View
    116
    
    FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
    117
  - Exploded Diagram
    118
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

115
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

128
- Aspire 1500 Series
  128
Appendix B Test Compatible Components

129
- Microsoft®Windows® XP Environment Test
  130
Appendix C Online Support Information

133

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Acer Aspire 1500 series User Manual

Acer Aspire 1500 series User Manual (98 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.3 MB

Table of Contents

First Things First
3
- Your Guides
  3
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  3
Getting Familiar with Your Computer

11
- A Tour of Your Computer
  13
  - Front View
    13
  - Left View
    15
  - Right View
    16
  - Rear View
    17
  - Bottom View
    18
- Features
  19
- Indicators
  21
- Indicators on Cover
  22
- Keyboard
  23
  - Special Keys
    23
    
    Embedded Keypad
    24
    
    Windows Keys
    25
    
    Hot Keys
    26
- Touchpad
  29
  - Touchpad Basics
    29
- Launch Keys
  31
- Storage
  32
- Connectivity Options
  34
  - Ethernet and LAN
    34
  - Fax/Data Modem
    35
- Audio
  36
- Securing Your Computer
  37
  - Security Slot
    37
Operating on Battery Power

39
- Battery Pack
  41
  - Battery Pack Characteristics
    41
  - Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
    42
  - Charging the Battery
    43
  - Checking the Battery Level
    43
  - Optimizing Battery Life
    43
  - Battery-Low Warning
    44
- Power Management
  45
Peripherals and Options

47
- External Display Devices
  49
- External Input Devices
  49
  - External Keyboard
    49
  - External Keypad
    49
  - External Pointing Device
    49
  - USB Devices
    50
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    51
- Printer
  52
- Audio Devices
  52
- Expansion Devices
  53
  - PC Card
    53
- Miscellaneous Options
  55
  - Battery Pack
    55
  - AC Adapter
    55
- Key Component Upgrades
  56
  - Memory Upgrade
    56
  - Hard Disk Upgrade
    57
Moving with Your Computer

59
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  61
- Moving Around
  62
- Taking the Computer Home
  63
  - Preparing the Computer
    63
  - What to Bring with You
    63
  - Special Considerations
    63
  - Setting up a Home Office
    64
- Traveling with the Computer
  64
  - Preparing the Computer
    64
  - What to Take with You
    64
  - Special Considerations
    64
- Traveling Internationally with Your Computer
  65
  - Preparing the Computer
    65
  - What to Take with You
    65
  - Special Considerations
    65
Software

67
- System Software
  69
  - Launch Manager
    69
- BIOS Setup Utility
  70
Troubleshooting

71
- Frequently Asked Questions
  73
- Requesting Service
  76
  - International Traveler's Warranty (ITW)
    76
  - Before You Call
    76
Appendix A Specifications

77
Appendix B Notices

83
- Fcc Notice
  85
- Modem Notices
  86
- Important Safety Instructions
  87
- Laser Compliance Statement
  88
- Lithium Battery Statement
  89
- Lcd Pixel Statement
  90
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  90
- Regulatory Notice
  91
Index

95

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