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  • Page 1 Aspire 4553/4553G 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 4553/4553G service guides. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2010 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

    Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT NOTE: This symbol where placed in the Service Guide designates a component that should be recycled according to the local regulations. Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.
  • 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 Aspire Notebook tour ........
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the Mainboard ......... .72 Removing the Thermal Module .
  • Page 9 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Aspire 4553/4553G Exploded Diagrams ....... . .132 LCD Assembly .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents...
  • Page 11: System Specifications

    Up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules Display • 14" HD 1366 x 768 pixel resolution, high-brightness (200-nit) Acer CineCrystal™ LED-backlit TFT LCD, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ •...
  • Page 12: Optical Drive

    ™ • HDMI port up to 1920 x 1080: 60 Hz • MPEG-2/DVD decoding • WMV9 (VC-1) and H.264 (AVC) decoding ™ • HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support Audio • Optimized Dolby Home Theater ®...
  • Page 13: Privacy Control

    Communication • Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Acer Crystal Eye webcam with 1280 x 1024 resolution • WLAN: • Acer InviLink • Acer InviLink • Supporting Acer SignalUp • WPAN: Bluetooth • WPAN: Bluetooth • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control •...
  • Page 14 Headphone/speaker jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter Software • Productivity • Acer Backup Manager • Acer PowerSmart Manager • Acer eRecovery Management ® • Adobe Flash ® • Adobe Reader ™...
  • Page 15: Optional Items

    Silverlight ™ • Skype • Windows Live Writer) • Web links and utilities • Acer Accessory Store (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, UK only) • Acer Assist • Acer Identity Card • Acer Registration • Acer Updater ®...
  • Page 16: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram DDR3 channel A DDR3-SODIMM1 DDR3 channel B DDR3-SODIMM2 PCI-E Mini PCI-E Card Atheros PCIE-LAN (Wireless LAN) AR8151 (10/100/1000) RJ45 SATA0 150MB SATA - HDD1 SATA1 150MB SATA - CD-ROM Winbond KBC NPCE781L CPU FAN Keyboard Touch Pad CPU THERMAL AMD Champlain SENSOR...
  • Page 17: Your Acer Aspire Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Aspire Notebook tour Front View Icon Chapter 1 Item Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication webcam (for selected models). Microphone Internal microphone for recording sound. Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Description...
  • Page 18 Icon Item Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. indicator Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. indicator Power button Turns the computer on and off. Keyboard For entering data into your computer. TouchPad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.
  • Page 19: Closed Front View

    Closed Front View Icon Left View Icon Chapter 1 Item Multi-in-1 Accepts Secure Digital (SD), card reader MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. Item Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington-compatible...
  • Page 20: Right View

    Right View Icon USB 2.0 ports Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Emergency eject hole DC-in jack Bottom View Icon Item Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Lights up when the optical drive is active. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off.
  • Page 21: Indicators

    Icon Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. Icon Power Battery Communication indicator Chapter 1 Item Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Memory Houses the computer's main memory.
  • Page 22: 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 23: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has two lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
  • Page 24: Windows Keys

    Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: <...
  • Page 25: 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 <Fn>...
  • Page 26: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations SKU Comparison Part ZQ2(AMD2.3,CMO14, 1G*1+2G*1,TOS250G) AMD CPU CPU AMD AthlonII N330 2.3G 1M 35W Dual-Core North Bridge Chip AMD RS880M w/ HDCP EEPROM LCD 14" Panel (Buy LED LCD CMO 14" and Sell) WXGA Glare N140B6- L24 LF 200nit 8ms 650:1 (Power saving) System Memory...
  • Page 27 Fan Off (°C) C3 (DIS) ZQ2A(AMD2.0,AU14,2 G*1+4G*1,WDC500G) Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB97 2x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/w:861 Liteon 1.3M LT9665AL (09P2SF119) Core Acer P/N Voltage KC.AP002.320 KC.AN002.330 KC.PN002.830 KC.PN002.930 KC.TN002.530 KC.TP002.520 2600 3200 3600 3900 4200...
  • Page 28 Phoenix 1.xx 1M SPI ROM • Flash ROM 1MB • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag •...
  • Page 29 Memory Combinations Slot 1 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed.
  • Page 30 Wireless Module Item Manufacturer Specifications LAN Module Item Chipset Specifications Bluetooth Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Connector type Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Capacity (MB) Vendor & Seagate Model Name Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks • Atheros HB93, Broadcomm 43225, Atheros HB97, Atheros HB95BG •...
  • Page 31 Item Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Max. Media Transfer Rate (Mbytes/sec max.) Max. Data 150400 Transfer Rate (Mbytes/sec) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance Hard Disk Drive Interface (continued) Item Capacity (MB) Vendor & Seagate Model Name Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format...
  • Page 32 Hard Disk Drive Interface (continued) Item Capacity (MB) Vendor & Model Seagate Name Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Max. Media Transfer Rate (Mbytes/sec max.) Max. Data 150400 Transfer Rate (Mbytes/sec) DC Power Requirements Voltage...
  • Page 33 Hard Disk Drive Interface (continued) Item Capacity (MB) Vendor & Model Name Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Max. Media Transfer Rate (Mbytes/sec max.) Max. Data Transfer Rate (buffer to/from media) (Mbytes/sec) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance...
  • Page 34 Super-Multi Drive Module Item Vendor & model name HLDS GT20N Performance With CD Diskette Specification Transfer rate Sustained: (MB/sec) 3,600 KB/s (24x) max. Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA Applicable disc DVD-ROM: formats 4.7GB (Single Layer) 8.5GB (Dual Layer) DVD-R: 3.95GB (Ver.
  • Page 35 Audio Interface Item Codec Controller Realtek ALC271X high definition audio codec with embedded class-D speaker amplifier Audio onboard or • Onboard optional Mono or Stereo • Stereo Resolution • 98dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighting) for DAC output • 90dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighting) for ADC input Internal Digital Compatibility •...
  • Page 36 AC Adapter Item Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency System LED Indicator Item Drive Activity Primary Battery charging state LCD 14” Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Display Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m (also called Brightness) Contrast Ratio...
  • Page 37 LCD Display Supported Resolution Resolution 640X480p/60Hz 4:3 720X480p/60Hz 4:3 640X480p/60Hz 16:9 1280X720p/60Hz 16:9 1920X1080p/60Hz 16:9 1440X480p/60Hz 4:3 1440X480p/60Hz 16:9 1920X1080p/50Hz 16:9 720X576p/50Hz 4:3 720X576p/50Hz 16:9 1280X720p/50Hz 16:9 1920X1080i/50Hz 16:9 1440X576i/50Hz 4:3 1440X576i/50Hz 16:9 1920X1080p/50Hz 16:9 Video Interface Item Chipset Package Features VRAM Item...
  • Page 38 Card Reader Item Part Name Package General Features LCD Inverter (Not available with this model) Item Vendor & model name Brightness conditions Input voltage (v) Input current (mA) Output voltage (V, RMS) Output current (mA, RMS) Output voltage frequency (KHz) PCMCIA Port (Not available in this model) Item PCMCIA controller...
  • Page 39 System Power Management Item Initial Initial On(S0) Standby(S1) Suspend(S3) Hibernate(S4) Soft Off(S5) Mechanical off is a condition where all power except the RTC battery has been removed from the system. 1. Initial to On state: When the AC adapter or Battery pack has been plugged into the system, the I WPC781 will be reset and initial all output pins then the system goes into Initial state and waiting for power on event.
  • Page 40 Chapter 1...
  • Page 41: System Utilities

    System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup.
  • Page 42: Aspire 4553/4553G Bios

    Aspire 4553/4553G BIOS Information The Information screen displays a summary of the computer hardware information. Information Main Security C P U T y p e C P U T y p e C P U S p e e d...
  • Page 43: Main

    Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot options and recovery. Information Main S y s t e m Ti m e : S y s t e m Ti m e : S y s t e m D a t e : S y s t e m D a t e : To t a l M e m o r y :...
  • Page 44: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main Security S u p e r v i s o r P a s s w o r d I s : S u p e r v i s o r P a s s w o r d I s : U s e r P a s s w o r d I s : U s e r P a s s w o r d I s :...
  • Page 45: Setting A Password

    Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceed 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive).
  • Page 46: Boot

    Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay. Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. Information Main B o o t p r i o r i t y o r d e r :...
  • Page 47: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main E x i t S a v i n g C h a n g e s E x i t S a v i n g C h a n g e s E x i t D i s c a r d i n g C h a n g e s E x i t D i s c a r d i n g C h a n g e s L o a d S e t u p D e f a u l t s...
  • Page 48: 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 flash 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 flash utility.
  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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: On another computer, run HDD_PW.exe.
  • Page 52 Removing BIOS Passwords If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated. To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, perform the following steps: To reset the BIOS password, perform the following steps: On another computer, run BIOS_PW.exe. Enter “bios_pw 14452 0”...
  • Page 53 Chapter 2...
  • Page 54 Clearing BIOS Passwords To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the DIMM door and use a metal instrument to short the G1 jumper. Chapter 2...
  • Page 55: 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 56: Using The Lan Mac Eeprom Utility

    Configuring UUID Values Boot into DOS. Run UUID.bat 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' StartAddr=7A...
  • Page 57: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    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: •...
  • Page 58: General Information

    General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following stages: •...
  • Page 59: 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 on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
  • Page 60: 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). Please detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
  • Page 61: 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 62: Removing The Lower Cover

    Removing the Lower Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50. 2. Remove the six (6) screws from the lower cover. Step Lower Cover M2.5*6.5 3. Remove the lower cover as shown. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
  • Page 63: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 52. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module M2.5*3 3. Using your fingers, pull the optical drive module out from the chassis. 4. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module.
  • Page 64 Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Bracket M2.0*3 5. Remove the ODD bezel by rotating the top edge downward and pulling it clear of the module. Chapter 3...
  • Page 65: Removing The Dimm Modules

    Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 52. 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 66: Removing The Wlan Module

    Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 52. 2. Disconnect the two (2) antenna cables from the WLAN Board NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the TR1 terminal (next to DIMM module) and White to the TR2 terminal (closest to the edge of the chassis).
  • Page 67 4. Detach and remove the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket. Chapter 3...
  • Page 68: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 52. 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. 4.
  • Page 69: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove CRT Cable Remove USB Board Remove LCD module Screw List Step Lower Cover M2.5*6.5 M2.5*4 M2.0*6 M2.0*3widehead Upper Cover M2.5*4 M2.0*3widehead Function Board M2.0*3widehead Power Switch M2.0*3widehead Board USB Board M2.5*4 Mainboard M2.5*4 Chapter 3...
  • Page 70: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Keyboard may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that you use only your fingers and plastic tools to remove the Keyboard. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50. 2.
  • Page 71: Removing The Upper Cover

    5. Open the locking latch on the FFC, and disconnect the cable as shown. 6. Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis. Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 60. 2. Turn the computer over. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard: Left speaker cable Touchpad FFC Power Switch FFC...
  • Page 72 3. Disconnect A as shown. 5. Release the locking latch and remove C as shown. NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. Use the pull-tabs on FFC cables whenever available. 4. Release the locking latch and remove B as shown. 6.
  • Page 73 7. Remove the sixteen (16) securing screws from the lower cover. Step Lower Cover M2.5*6.5 (red callout) Lower Cover M2.5*4L (green callout) Lower Cover M2.0*3widehead (blue callout) NOTE: 8. Remove the seven (7) screws from the top cover. Step Upper Cover M2*3L (red callout) Upper Cover...
  • Page 74: Removing The Power Switch Board

    9. Remove the Upper Cover by lifting directly upward from the front as shown. Removing the Power Switch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 61. 2. Locate the Power Switch Board in the Upper Cover. 3. Release the securing latch holding the Power Switch Board FFC and remove. Chapter 3...
  • Page 75: Removing The Function Board

    4. Remove the two (2) screws and lift the Power Switch Board clear of the Upper Cover. Step Power Switch M2.0*3widehead Board Removing the Function Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 61. 2. Locate the Function Board in the Upper Cover. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
  • Page 76 3. Remove the two (2) screws attaching it to the upper cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Function Board M2.0*3widehead 4. Lift the Function Board clear of the Upper Cover, but do not remove completely. 5. Turn the Function Board over. Release the securing latch holding the Function Board FFC and remove. Chapter 3...
  • Page 77: Removing The Usb Board

    Removing the USB Board 1. See See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 61. 2. Remove the single securing screw from the USB Board. Step USB Board M2.5*4 3. Release the FFC latch and remove the FFC cable from the mainboard connector. 4.
  • Page 78: Removing The Bluetooth Module

    5. Lift the USB Board upward away from the chassis. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 61. 2. Disconnect the cable from the Mainboard and lift the Bluetooth Module off the mainboard. 3. Remove the single securing screw from the Bluetooth board. Step Bluetooth Board M2.0*3...
  • Page 79: Removing The Lcd Module

    4. Remove the Bluetooth board from the mainboard and disconnect the cable as shown. Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 61. 2. Disengage the WiFi antennas from the guides on the bottom cover. 3. Rest the computer on the back of the LCD as shown. Thread the WiFi antennas through the chassis and disengage from the cable guides as shown.
  • Page 80 4. Peel back the adhesive holding the LVDS cable. 5. Pull up on the LVDS cable to disconnect it from the mainboard. 6. Unlock the microphone cable release it from the clasps on the cooling fan. Chapter 3...
  • Page 81 7. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. Step LCD Module (red M2.5*6.5 callouts) LCD Module M2.5*3 (green callout) 8. Ensure that all cables entering the LCD are free of the chassis and remove the LCD module from the chassis. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
  • Page 82: Removing The Mainboard

    Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Bluetooth Module” on page 68. 2. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 69. 3. Disconnect the right speaker cable. 4. Turn the computer over and remove the DC-In cable. 5. Remove the three (3) securing screws from the Mainboard. Chapter 3...
  • Page 83: Removing The Thermal Module

    Step Mainboard M2.5*4 6. Lift the Mainboard right side first and remove it from the Lower Cover. Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 72. 2. Turn the Mainboard over and disconnect the Fan cable as shown. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
  • Page 84 3. Loosen the six (6) captive screws (in numerical order from 1 to 6) and remove the two (2) screws (green callouts - numbers 7 & 8) from the CPU Thermal Module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Thermal Module M2.0*3 4.
  • Page 85: Removing The Pch Thermal Module

    Removing the PCH Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 72. 2. remove the two (2) screws from the PCH Thermal Module. 3. Lift the PCH Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard. Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 73. 2.
  • Page 86: Removing The Rtc Battery

    3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown. 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. Removing the RTC Battery 1.
  • Page 87: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove FPC cable Screw List Step Screw LCD Bezel M2.5*4 LCD Panel M2.0*3 Hinges M2.5*3 Chapter 3 Remove LCD panel from main unit before preceeding Remove LCD bezel Remove camera module Remove LCD panel Remove WLAN Remove microphone antennas...
  • Page 88: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 69. 2. Remove the two (2) bezel screws. Step LCD Bezel M2.5*4 3. Starting from the top-center of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Move along the top and sides until the bezel is completely detached.
  • Page 89: Removing The Camera Module

    4. Grasp the hinges and lift the Bezel clear of the LCD Module in the direction shown. Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 78. 2. Disconnect the camera cable. 3. Remove the Camera from the module. Chapter 3...
  • Page 90: Removing The Lcd Panel

    Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 79. 2. Disengage the various cables from the hinges. 3. Remove the four (4) securing screws from the LCD Panel. Step LCD Panel M2.0*3 4. Disengage the LVDS cable from the left hinge and the cable guides. Size Quantity Screw Type...
  • Page 91: Removing The Fpc Cable

    5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module as shown. Removing the FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80. 2. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 3.
  • Page 92: Removing The Microphone Module

    Removing the Microphone Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80. 2. Remove the adhesive tape covering the microphone cable. 3. Disengage the cable from the cable guides. 4. Lift the Microphone Module clear of the cover. Chapter 3...
  • Page 93: Removing The Antennas

    Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80. 2. Disengage the left antenna cable from the guides. 3. Disengage the right antenna cable from the guides. 4. Remove the adhesive tape and lift the left side antenna from the LCD module as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 94: Removing The Hinges

    5. Remove the adhesive tape and lift the right side antenna from the LCD module as shown. Removing the Hinges 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80. 2. Remove the four (4) screws from the hinges Step LCD Hinges M2.5*3 3.
  • Page 95: Lcd Module Reassembly Procedure

    LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the MIC and WiFi Antennas 1. Replace the left and right antennas as shown. Press down on the adhesive pads to secure the antennas in place. 2. Replace the left antenna cable (white) as shown. Ensure that the cables are secured in the cable guides.
  • Page 96: Replacing The Fpc Cable

    6. Replace the adhesive tape onto the microphone cable. 7. Ensure the antenna cables pass through the hinge well as shown. Replacing the FPC Cable 1. Attach the FPC cable to the LCD panel and attach the adhesive protector. Chapter 3...
  • Page 97: Replacing The Lcd Panel

    2. Press down on the adhesive tape to secure the FPC cable in place. Replacing the LCD Panel 3. Place the LCD Panel into the module as shown. 4. Replace the four (4) securing screws to secure the LCD Panel. Chapter 3...
  • Page 98: Replacing The Webcam

    Replacing the Webcam 1. Place the camera in the LCD Module. 2. Connect the cable to the camera module. Chapter 3...
  • Page 99: Replacing The Lcd Bezel

    Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Reattach the hinges first, then 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. 2.
  • Page 100: Main Module Reassembly Procedure

    Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the RTC Battery 1. Snap the RTC battery into its socket as shown, plus side (+) up. Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT:The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket.
  • Page 101: Replacing The Thermal Module

    Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORTANT:Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. The following thermal grease types are approved for use: Silmore GP50 • Honeywell PCM45F-SP • ShinEtsu 7762 • The following thermal pads are approved for use: Eapus XR-PE •...
  • Page 102: Replacing The Pch Thermal Module

    Replacing the PCH Thermal Module 1. Replace the PCH Thermal Module onto the Mainboard. 2. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the PCH Thermal Module. Chapter 3...
  • Page 103: Replacing The Mainboard

    Replacing the Mainboard 1. Place the Mainboard in the chassis, left edge first (1), then rotate it downward into position (2). NOTE: Ensure the left side I/O ports are positioned correctly through the casing. 3. Turn the computer over and replace the DC-In cable.
  • Page 104: Replacing The Lcd Module

    Replacing the LCD Module 1. Replace the LCD module onto the chassis. 2. Replace the four securing screws (two each side) to the LCD module. 3. Starting at the top, slide your finger down the length of the LVDS cable to reattach the adhesive. Chapter 3...
  • Page 105 4. Snap the FPC cable into place. 5. Connect the right speaker cable. cover. 6. Replace the WLAN cables into the cable guides Chapter 3...
  • Page 106 7. Rest the computer on the back of the LCD as shown. Pull the WiFi antennas through the hole in the chassis as shown. 8. Insert the WLAN cables into the cable guides as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 107: Replacing The Bluetooth Module

    Replacing the Bluetooth Module NOTE: The Bluetooth Module and USB Board can be replaced independently and in any order. 1. Connect the smaller end of the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth Module as shown. 1. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard. Chapter 3 2.
  • Page 108: Replacing The Usb Board

    Replacing the USB Board 1. Replace the USB Board in the Lower Cover. 3. Insert the FFC cable in to the connector on the USB Board and secure the locking latch. 2. Insert the FFC cable in to the connector on the Mainboard and secure the locking latch.
  • Page 109: Replacing The Function Board

    Replacing the Function Board 1. Replace the Function Board FFC and lock it into place. Replacing the Power Switch Board 1. Place the Power Switch Board in to the Upper Cover as shown and replace the two (2) screws. Chapter 3 2.
  • Page 110: Replacing The Upper Cover

    Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover back edge first. 3. Continue pressing around the edges of the casing until there are no gaps between the Upper and Lower Covers. 2. Lower the cover into position and press down the sides as shown.
  • Page 111 4. Replace the eight (8) securing screws as shown. NOTE: The securing screws differ in length: M2.5*5 (red callout) and M2.5*3 (green callout). Ensure that the correct screw is used to secure the Upper Cover in place. 5. Connect the four cables to the Mainboard as shown. Chapter 3...
  • Page 112 6. Connect A as shown. 8. Insert C as shown and close the locking latch. 10. Turn the computer over and replace the fourteen screws as shown. 7. Insert B as shown and close the locking latch. 9. Insert D as shown and close the locking latch. Chapter 3...
  • Page 113: Replacing The Keyboard

    Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the keyboard face down on the Upper Cover. Reconnect keyboard FFCs to the mainboard, and secure the locking latch. 2. Slide the Keyboard front edge first into the Upper Cover, ensuring that the four locating tabs are correctly seated.
  • Page 114: Replacing The Odd Module

    Replacing the ODD Module 1. Press the bezel into the tray, bottom edge first, to secure it to the ODD Module. 3. Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is flush with the casing. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1.
  • Page 115 2. Insert the HDD, left side first, and lower it into place. 3. Slide the HDD to the right to connect the interface. Chapter 3...
  • Page 116: Replacing The Wlan Board

    Replacing the WLAN Board 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 3. Connect the two (2) antenna cables to the module. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the TR1 terminal (next to DIMM module) and White to the TR2 terminal (closest to the edge of the chassis).
  • Page 117: Replacing The Lower Covers

    Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the HDD Cover as shown. IMPORTANT:Press down around the perimeter of the cover to ensure that the all the securing tabs are snapped correctly. 2. Secure the five captive screws to hold the covers in place. Chapter 3...
  • Page 118: Replacing The Dummy Cards

    Replacing the Dummy Cards 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 Pack 1. Insert the battery pack and press down. 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place.
  • Page 119: 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 120: 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 121: 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 122: Random Loss Of Bios Settings

    Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 46. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced.
  • Page 123: 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 124: 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 125: Sound Problems

    Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer. Navigate to Start Control Panel the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks.
  • Page 126: 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 7 Startup Repair Utility: insert the Windows 7 Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer.
  • Page 127: 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 128 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 129 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 130: 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 131: 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 132: Intermittent Problems

    Issue” on page 110.): 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 133: Post Codes

    Post Codes These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Code POST Routine Description Verify Real Mode Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Initialize chipset with initial POST values Set IN POST flag Initialize CPU registers Enable CPU cache Initialize caches to initial POST values...
  • Page 134 Code Beeps 2-1-2-3 Code Beeps 2-2-3-1 POST Routine Description Load alternate registers with CMOS values Initialize interrupt vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM POST Routine Description...
  • Page 135 Code Beeps Code Beeps Chapter 4 POST Routine Description Re-initialize onboard I/O ports. Configure Motheboard 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 POST Routine Description Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers...
  • Page 136 Code Beeps Code Beeps Code Beeps POST Routine Description Check virus and backup reminders Try to boot with INT 19 Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) Initialize error logging Initialize error display function POST Routine Description Initialize system error handler PnPnd dual CMOS (optional) Initialize notebook docking (optional) Initialize notebook docking late Force check (optional)
  • Page 137: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item Description CN2/LED Board conn. U2,U3/Dis VRAM CN6/K/B conn. Glide PAD FFC conn. Y1/KBC X’tal U10/EC/KBC CN12/S/W TJAG DEBUG conn. CNN/USB Board conn. Glide PAD Right SW Chapter 5 Item Glide PAD Left SW CN13 Int.
  • Page 138: Bottom View

    Bottom View Item Description PJ1 Battery conn. U16/U18 Dis VRAM IC. U24/CPU Socket PJ2/PWR Jack conn. CN16/ODD conn. U23/System BIOS CN18, CN19/Memory DIMM CN22/HDD conn. CN23/Mini card conn. U29/SB Chip PU14/3V/5V PWM IC Y8/S.B. X’tal U18 Card Reader IC U31/Codec IC Item CN25/Line-out/SPDIF CN24/EXT Mic conn.
  • Page 139: Clearing Password Check And Bios Recovery

    This section provides you with the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for the Aspire 4553/4553G. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
  • Page 140: 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 141: 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 142: Aspire 4553/4553G Exploded Diagrams

    Aspire 4553/4553G Exploded Diagrams LCD Assembly Description ZQ1 LCD COVER SUB ASSY (AL/3G) CAMERA CNF915721004970L H(CMOS, 1.3M, SXGA) LCD AUO 14” WXGA Acer P/N Description 60.PSR07.003 CABLE ASSY ZQ1LCD(19V,40/ 30P,WXGA,1A)FOX AM.21400.067 SCREW M2.0*3.0- I(BKAG)(NYLOK) IRON LK.14005.011 HINGE L SZS ZQ1 Acer P/N 50.PSR07.002...
  • Page 143: Chassis Assembly

    B(4L,59*22,REVD) ZQ1 BASE SUB ASSY (JM/65W) ZQ1 BASE DOOR ASSY (JM/CP) SCREW M2.5*6.5- I(BZN(NYLOK- RED)D4.4 T0.8 ZQ1 USB/B ASSY Chapter 6 Acer P/N 60.PSR07.004 SCREW M2.5*3.0(ZN)(NYLOK) IRON T=0.5‘ 47.PSR07.004 HINGE R SZS ZQ1 86.PSR07.003 Acer P/N 60.PSR07.001 PCB ZQ1 SW/ B(4L,44*14,REVD) 55.PSR07.001...
  • Page 144 Description HDD-BKT ZR6(FBZR6004,REV HDD(160G)WD1600 BEVT-22A23T0 STN 33ZQ1UB0000 3GZR7CRTN10 DVD/RW/RAM TS- U633F F/W:AC00 STN BSQ ODD BKT ZQ1(FBZQ1016,RE V3A) ZQ1 3G/B ASSY Acer P/N 33.EDM07.001 MB(SG,PARK,SAM,BT ,WO CPU)ASSY KH.16008.027 WWAN MINICARD EM770W FW:11.126.07.02.00 CARD READER DUMMY CARD ZR7(EBZR7009,R3A) 42.PSR07.003 CPU(988P)I5-520M 2.4G SLBNB(PGA)STN KU.0080E.027...
  • Page 145: Fru List

    FRU List Category Adapter Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP-65JH DB A, LV5 LED LF Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA-1650-22AC LV5 LED LF Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow HP-A0652R3B 1LF, LV5 LED LF Adapter DELTA 90W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Blue ADP-90CD DB A, LV5 LED LF Adapter LITE-ON 90W 19V...
  • Page 146 Category Boards Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 2x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcomm 43225 2x2 BGN (HM) T77H103.00 USB MODEM Foxconn Bluetooth FOX BRM 2046 BT2.1 BLUETOOTH MODULE MT77H056.00 POWER SWITCH BOARD USB BOARD FUNCTION BOARD Cables PWR CORD V943B30001218008 DANISH 3P PWR CORD(ISR)1.8M 3PBLK FZ0I0008-038...
  • Page 147 Category POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS POWER CORD(EU) 1.8M 3PBLACK FM010008-010 POWER CORD BRAZIL IMETRO 3 PIN POWER CORD UK 3PIN POWER CORD ITALIAN 3PIN POWER CORD PRC 3P Y536B30001218008 BLUETOOTH CABLE DC-IN CABLE 90W DC-IN CABLE 65W FFC CABLE - MB TO POWER/B IN UPPER CASE FFC CABLE - MB TO TP IN UPPER CASE...
  • Page 148 Category CPU/Processor CPU AMD AthlonII N330 2.3G 1M 35W Dual-Core CPU AMD TurionII N530 2.5G 2M 35W Dual-Core CPU AMD PhenomII N830 2.1G 35W 1.5M L2, Triple-Core CPU AMD PhenomII N930 2.0G 2M 35W Quad-Core CPU AMD AthlonII P320 2.1G 1M 25W Dual-Core CPU AMD TurionII P520 2.3G 2M 25W Dual-Core...
  • Page 149 Category ODD BEZEL -SUPER MULTI ODD BRACKET BD Combo Drive ODD BD COMBO MODULE ASSY 4X ODD HLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X CT21N LF W/O bezel 1.00 SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BC-5500H LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X DS-4E1S LF W/O...
  • Page 150 Category HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS545016B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria = 0.014g-cm HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVT-22A23T0, WD, ML320S SATA 8MB LF F/ W:01.01A01. HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB ST9250315AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 HDD TOSHIBA 2.5"...
  • Page 151 Category HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 640GB WD6400BEVT-22A0RT0, ML320 SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01 HDD BRACKET Keyboard Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 86KS Black Arabic Texture Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 87KS Black Belgium Texture Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 87KS Black Brazilian Portuguese Texture...
  • Page 152 Category Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 87KS Black Norwegian Texture Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 87KS Black Portuguese Texture Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 86KS Black Russian Texture Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 87KS Black SLO/CRO Texture Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T 87KS Black Spanish...
  • Page 153 Category LCD Module LCD MODULE ASSY IMR W/ MIC,CCD CABLE,WLAN ANTENNA*2 FOR NON-3G LED LCD AUO 14" WXGA Glare B140XW03 V0 LF 200nit 8ms 500:1 (Power saving) LED LCD LPL 14" WXGA Glare LP140WH2-TLL1 LF 200nit 16ms 500:1 (Power saving) LED LCD CMO 14"...
  • Page 154 Category Partname Description ZQ2B 6L JM MB (W/ GRN,SAM,W/O CPU)ASSY ZQ2B 6L JM MB (W/ GRN,W/O CPU,VRAM)ASSY ZQ2B 6L JM MB (SAM,W/O CPU,GRN)ASSY ZQ2B 6L JM MB (W/ CPU,GRN,VRAM)A ZQ2B 6L JM MB (W/ GRN,HYU,W/O CPU)ASSY ZQ2B 6L JM MB (HYU,W/O CPU,GRN)ASSY ZQ2B 6L JV MB (W/...
  • Page 155 Category Memory Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB EBJ10UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB M471B2873EH1-CF8 LF 64*16 0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB HMT112S6BFR6C-G7 N0 LF 64*16 0.055um Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1GB EBJ10UE8BDS0-DJ-F LF 128*8 0.065um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1GB...
  • Page 156 Category Heatsink THERMAL MODULE - DIS THERMAL MODULE - UMA HEAT SINK SPEAKER L SPEAKER R SPEAKER L SPEAKER R Miscellaneous HDD RUBBER - 1 HDD RUBBER - 2 TOP HDD RUBBER - 1 LOWER CASE RUBBER FOOT - LOWER CASE RUBBER FOOT - RUBBER FOOT - REAR BASE COVER RUBBER FOOT - LCD RUBBER - 1...
  • Page 157: Screw List

    Screw List Part Name Screw ZR6 SCREW M2.5*2-I (NI,NYLOK)IRON S.P ZA3 SCREW M2.0*3.0- I(BKAG)(NYLOK)IRON SP ZQ1 SCREW M2.5*3.0-I(ZN) T=0.5 S.P TE1 SCREW M2.0*6.0-I SP SCREW M2.5*4.0-I(BKAG)(NYLOK)IRON ZY2 SCREW M2.5*6.5-I(BZN(NYLOK-RED) ZY5D SCREW M3*0.5+3.5I S.P ZY2 SCREW M2.5*3.0-I(BZN) S.P AJ2 SCREW M2-0.4*2-I(BNI)(NYLOK)IRON Chapter 6 Description 86.EDM07.002...
  • Page 158: Model Definition And Configuration

    Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 4553/4553G Model AS4553- 1_BR2G25M_brn AS4553- 1_BR2G25M_brn AS4553- 1_BR3G25M_brn AS4553- 1_BR4G32M_brn AS4553G- N332G32Mn AS4553G- N332G32Mn AS4553G- N332G32Mn AS4553G- N332G50Mn AS4553G- N332G64Mn AS4553G- N334G32Mn AS4553G- N334G32Mn AS4553G- N334G50Mn AS4553G- N334G64Mn Appendix A Acer Country Part No S2.PW AS4553-1_BR2G25M_brn W7HP64AWW1 D02.00...
  • Page 159 N534G50Mn AS4553G- N534G50Mn AS4553G- N534G64Mn AS4553G- N534G64Mn AS4553G- CHINA N832G32Mn AS4553G- CHINA N832G32Mn AS4553G- N832G32Mn AS4553G- N832G32Mn Acer Country Part No Singapore LX.PSK AS4553G-N532G32Mn W7HP64ATSG1 02.004 MC PARK_XT512Cks_3V3 1*2G/320/BT/ 6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ZH31 Thailand LX.PSK AS4553G-N532G32Mn LINPUSATH1 0C.020 PARK_XT512Cks_3V3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/ 5R/cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TH51 Thailand LX.PSK AS4553G-N532G50Mn LINPUSATH1 0C.013...
  • Page 160 N834G64Mn AS4553G- N834G64Mn AS4553G- N932G32Mn AS4553G- N932G32Mn AS4553G- N932G50Mn AS4553G- N932G50Mn AS4553G- N932G64Mn AS4553G- N934G32Mn Appendix A Acer Country Part No Thailand LX.PSK AS4553G-N832G32Mn LINPUSATH1 0C.021 PARK_XT512Cks_3V3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/ 5R/cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TH51 GCTWN LX.PSK AS4553G-N832G50Mn W7HP64ATTW1 02.022 MC PARK_XT512Cks_3V3 1*2G/500_L/BT/ 6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TC11 Thailand LX.PSK AS4553G-N832G50Mn LINPUSATH1 0C.022...
  • Page 161 AS4553G- P324G50Mn AS4553G- P522G50Mn AS4553G- P522G50Mn AS4553G- P522G50Mn AS4553G- P524G50Mn AS4553- N332G16Bn AS4553- N332G16Bn AS4553- N332G25Mn Acer Country Part No S2.PSK AS4553G-N934G50Bn LINPUSAWW1 0C.001 PARK_XT512Cks_3V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/ 5R/cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_EN11 Singapore LX.PSK AS4553G-N934G50Mn W7HP64ATSG1 02.011 MC PARK_XT512Cks_3V3 2*2G/500_L/BT/ 6L2.2/5R/cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ZH31 Thailand LX.PSK AS4553G-N934G50Mn LINPUSATH1 0C.008...
  • Page 162 N334G64Mn AS4553- N532G32Mn AS4553- N532G32Mn AS4553- N532G50Mn AS4553- N532G64Mn AS4553- N534G32Mn AS4553- N534G50Mn AS4553- N534G50Mn Appendix A Acer Country Part No Singapore LX.PS AS4553-N332G32Mn W7HP64ATSG1 MC U02.00 UMACks_3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/ cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ZH31 Thailand LX.PS AS4553-N332G32Mn LINPUSATH1 U0C.00 UMACks_3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/ cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TH51 Thailand LX.PS AS4553-N332G50Mn LINPUSATH1 U0C.00...
  • Page 163 N834G50Mn AS4553- N834G50Mn AS4553- N834G64Mn AS4553- N932G32Mn AS4553- N932G32Mn AS4553- N932G50Mn AS4553- N932G64Mn AS4553- N934G32Mn AS4553- N934G50Mn Acer Country Part No Singapore LX.PS AS4553-N534G64Mn W7HP64ATSG1 MC U02.00 UMACks_3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/ cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ZH31 Thailand LX.PS AS4553-N534G64Mn LINPUSATH1 U0C.00 UMACks_3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/ cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TH51 Singapore LX.PS AS4553-N832G32Mn W7HP64ATSG1 MC U02.00...
  • Page 164 Portuguese AS4553- ACLA- 1_BR4G32M_brn Portuguese AS4553G- Singapore N332G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N332G32Mn AS4553G- N332G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N332G50Mn Appendix A Acer Country Part No Thailand LX.PS AS4553-N934G50Mn LINPUSATH1 U0C.02 UMACks_3 2*2G/500_L/BT/6L2.2/5R/ cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TH51 Thailand LX.PS AS4553-N934G64Mn LINPUSATH1 U0C.02 UMACks_3 2*2G/640/BT/6L2.2/5R/ cb_bgn_1.3C_GEk_TH51 Vietnam LX.PS AS4553-P321G16Mn LINPUSAVN1 U0C.02...
  • Page 165 N534G64Mn AS4553G- China N832G32Mn AS4553G- China N832G32Mn AS4553G- Philippines N832G32Mn AS4553G- Singapore N832G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N832G32Mn AS4553G- GCTWN N832G50Mn Acer BOM Name Part No LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.024 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 02.009 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.017 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.006 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK...
  • Page 166 N934G50Mn AS4553G- Singapore N934G64Mn AS4553G- Thailand N934G64Mn AS4553G- N936G50Bn AS4553G- N936G50Bn AS4553G- Singapore N936G64Mn AS4553G- GCTWN P322G50Mn Appendix A Acer BOM Name Part No LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.022 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.015 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 02.005 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.005 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK...
  • Page 167 N334G64Mn AS4553- Singapore N532G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N532G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N532G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N532G64Mn AS4553- Thailand N534G32Mn AS4553- Singapore N534G50Mn Acer BOM Name Part No LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 02.019 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 02.020 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 0C.026 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK AS4553G_PARK 02.013 _XT512Cks_3V3 LX.PSK...
  • Page 168 AS4553- Thailand N934G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N934G64Mn AS4553- Vietnam P321G16Mn AS4553- Vietnam P322G32Mn AS4553- P522G25Mn AS4553- Chile P524G32Mn Appendix A Acer BOM Name Part No LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 0C.019 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 02.001 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 0C.008 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 02.004 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 0C.009 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 0C.020...
  • Page 169 AS4553G- N534G32Mn Acer BOM Name Part No LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 02.014 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 02.013 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 02.012 LX.PSU AS4553_UMACk 02.011 Acer Part No VGA Chip S2.PWD02.001 S2.PWD02.001 LX.PWD01.001 LX.PWD02.001 LX.PSK02.001 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.019 PARK_XT S2.PSK02.002 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.012 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.024 PARK_XT LX.PSK02.009 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.017...
  • Page 170 Thailand N834G64Bn AS4553G- Singapore N834G64Mn AS4553G- Thailand N834G64Mn AS4553G- Singapore N932G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N932G32Mn AS4553G- GCTWN N932G50Mn Appendix A Acer Part No VGA Chip LX.PSK02.006 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.018 PARK_XT S2.PSK02.003 PARK_XT LX.PSK02.007 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.002 PARK_XT LX.PSK02.008 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.010 PARK_XT LX.PSK01.002 PARK_XT LX.PSK01.001...
  • Page 171 N332G16Bn AS4553- Thailand N332G25Mn AS4553- Singapore N332G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N332G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N332G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N332G64Mn AS4553- N333G25Mi Acer Part No VGA Chip LX.PSK0C.023 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.016 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.001 PARK_XT S2.PSK0C.001 PARK_XT LX.PSK02.011 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.008 PARK_XT LX.PSK02.014 PARK_XT LX.PSK0C.004 PARK_XT S2.PSK02.005 PARK_XT S2.PSK02.005...
  • Page 172 Thailand N834G32Mn AS4553- Singapore N834G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N834G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N834G64Mn AS4553- Singapore N932G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N932G32Mn Appendix A Acer Part No VGA Chip S2.PSU02.003 LX.PSU02.007 LX.PSU0C.015 LX.PSU0C.004 LX.PSU0C.017 LX.PSU02.006 LX.PSU0C.005 LX.PSU0C.018 LX.PSU0C.007 LX.PSU0C.006 LX.PSU02.010 LX.PSU0C.019 LX.PSU02.001 LX.PSU0C.008 LX.PSU02.004 LX.PSU0C.009 LX.PSU0C.020...
  • Page 173 ACLA- 1_BR4G32M_brn Portuguese AS4553G- Singapore N332G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N332G32Mn AS4553G- N332G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N332G50Mn AS4553G- Thailand N332G64Mn Acer Part No VGA Chip LX.PSU0C.022 LX.PSU0C.024 LX.PSU0C.014 LX.PSU02.008 LX.PSU0C.023 LX.PSU0C.025 LX.PSU0C.027 LX.PSU0C.026 S2.PSU02.002 LX.PSU02.015 LX.PSU02.014 LX.PSU02.013 LX.PSU02.012 LX.PSU02.011 Acer Part No Memory 1 S2.PWD02.001...
  • Page 174 Philippines N832G32Mn AS4553G- Singapore N832G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N832G32Mn AS4553G- GCTWN N832G50Mn AS4553G- Thailand N832G50Mn AS4553G- Thailand N832G64Mn Appendix A Acer Part No Memory 1 LX.PSK02.009 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.017 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.006 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.009 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.004 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.020 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.013 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.014 SO2GBIII10 S2.PSK02.004...
  • Page 175 N936G50Bn AS4553G- N936G50Bn AS4553G- Singapore N936G64Mn AS4553G- GCTWN P322G50Mn AS4553G- Singapore P324G50Mn AS4553G- GCTWN P522G50Mn AS4553G- Indonesia P522G50Mn Acer Part No Memory 1 LX.PSK02.005 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.005 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.017 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.007 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.012 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.016 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.003 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.003 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK0C.011 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.021...
  • Page 176 Thailand N534G32Mn AS4553- Singapore N534G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N534G50Mn AS4553- Singapore N534G64Mn AS4553- Thailand N534G64Mn AS4553- Singapore N832G32Mn Appendix A Acer Part No Memory 1 LX.PSK02.013 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSK02.018 SO2GBIII10 S2.PSK02.001 SO1GBIII10 S2.PSU02.001 SO1GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.001 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU02.003 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.002 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.003 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.016...
  • Page 177 Chile P524G32Mn AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Spanish AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Spanish AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Spanish AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Portuguese Acer Part No Memory 1 LX.PSU0C.009 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.020 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.012 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU02.002 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.010 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU02.009 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.011 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.013 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU02.005 SO2GBIII10 LX.PSU0C.021...
  • Page 178 N534G32Mn AS4553G- N534G32Mn AS4553G- Singapore N534G32Mn AS4553G- Thailand N534G32Mn AS4553G- N534G50Bn AS4553G- Singapore N534G50Mn AS4553G- Thailand N534G50Mn Appendix A Acer Part No HDD 1(GB) S2.PWD02.001 N250GB5.4KS_BR S2.PWD02.001 N250GB5.4KS_BR LX.PWD01.001 N250GB5.4KS_BR LX.PWD02.001 N320GB5.4KS_BR LX.PSK02.001 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.019 N320GB5.4KS S2.PSK02.002 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.012 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.024...
  • Page 179 N932G32Mn AS4553G- GCTWN N932G50Mn AS4553G- Thailand N932G50Mn AS4553G- Thailand N932G64Mn AS4553G- Thailand N934G32Mn AS4553G- N934G50Bn AS4553G- Singapore N934G50Mn Acer Part No HDD 1(GB) LX.PSK02.008 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.010 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSK01.002 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK01.001 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.025 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.002 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.021 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.022 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.022 N500GB5.4KS...
  • Page 180 N332G64Mn AS4553- N333G25Mi AS4553- N333G25Mi AS4553- Singapore N333G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N334G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N334G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N334G64Mn Appendix A Acer Part No HDD 1(GB) LX.PSK0C.008 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.014 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSK0C.004 N640GB5.4KS S2.PSK02.005 N500GB5.4KS S2.PSK02.005 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.015 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.010 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.019 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSK02.020...
  • Page 181 AS4553- Thailand N932G32Mn AS4553- Thailand N932G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N932G64Mn AS4553- Thailand N934G32Mn AS4553- Singapore N934G50Mn AS4553- Thailand N934G50Mn Acer Part No HDD 1(GB) LX.PSU02.006 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.005 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.018 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.007 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.006 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.010 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.019 N500GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.001 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.008 N640GB5.4KS...
  • Page 182 P524G32Mn AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Spanish AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Spanish AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Spanish AS4553- ACLA- P524G32Mn Portuguese Appendix A Acer Part No HDD 1(GB) LX.PSU0C.025 N640GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.027 N160GB5.4KS LX.PSU0C.026 N320GB5.4KS S2.PSU02.002 N250GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.015 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.014 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.013 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.012 N320GB5.4KS LX.PSU02.011...
  • Page 183: 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 184: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows ® Vendor Type A cover 10000981 Black IMR MISC Adapter 10001023 LITE-ON 10001023 LITE-ON 10001023 65W_BR LITE-ON 10001023 65W_BR LITE-ON 10001023 LITE-ON 10001081 DELTA 10001081 DELTA 10001081 65W_BR DELTA 10001081 DELTA 10001081 DELTA 60002015 HIPRO 60002015 HIPRO 60002015 HIPRO Audio Codec 10004786...
  • Page 185 Vendor Type 60002162 6CELL2.2 SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2 SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2 SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2_B SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2_B SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2_B SIMPLO 60013145 6CELL2.2 SAMSUNG Bluetooth 10001018 BT 3.0 HON HAI 10001018 BT 3.0 HON HAI 10001018 BT 3.0 HON HAI 23707801 BT 2.1 FOXCONN 23707801...
  • Page 186 Vendor Type 22554573 APN830 22554573 APN930 22554573 ATN530 22554573 ATP520 60002168 AAP320_BR AMDISS 60002168 ATP520_BR AMDISS 60001922 N160GB5.4K TOSHIBA DIGI 60001922 N250GB5.4K TOSHIBA DIGI 60001922 N320GB5.4K TOSHIBA DIGI 60001922 N500GB5.4K TOSHIBA DIGI 60001922 N640GB5.4K TOSHIBA DIGI 60001994 N160GB5.4K 60001994 N160GB5.4K S_BR 60001994 N250GB5.4K...
  • Page 187 M7E, 320G/P SATA 8MB LF F/W:2AJ0002 HDD SAMSUNG 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB M7, 250G/ P, HM500JI /ACE SATA 8MB LF F/W:2AC101C4 Brazil Keyboard ACER AC4T_A10B AC4T Internal 14 Standard Black Y2010 Acer Legend Texture Atheros AR8151L LED LCD CMO 14" WXGA Glare N140B6-L24 LF 200nit 8ms 650:1 (Power saving) Part No.
  • Page 188 Vendor Type 60002215 NLED14WX SAMSUNG GAGS 60002215 NLED14WX SAMSUNG GAGS 60003089 NLED14WX GAGS 60003089 NLED14WX GAGS 60003089 NLED14WX GAGS_BR 60003316 NLED14WX GAGS 60003316 NLED14WX GAGS 60003316 NLED14WX GAGS_BR 60001993 SO2GBIII13 NANYA 60002045 SO1GBIII10 HYNIX 60002045 SO1GBIII13 HYNIX 60002045 SO1GBIII13_ HYNIX 60002045 SO2GBIII10 HYNIX...
  • Page 189 Vendor Type 60004668 SO1GBIII13 ELPIDA 60004668 SO2GBIII10 ELPIDA 60004668 SO2GBIII13 ELPIDA 60004668 SO2GBIII13_ ELPIDA 60004668 SO4GBIII10 ELPIDA 60004668 SO4GBIII13 ELPIDA 60024207 SO1GBIII13 KINGSTON 60024207 SO2GBIII13 KINGSTON 60025023 SO1GBIII13_ SMARTM 60025023 SO2GBIII13_ SMARTM Modem 10001023 External USB LITE-ON Lite+LSI modem NB Chipset 22554573 AMDRS880 60002168...
  • Page 190 Vendor Type 60001922 NSM8XS_B TOSHIBA DIGI 610105 NBDCB4XS HLDS 610105 NSM8XS HLDS 610105 NSM8XS HLDS 610105 NSM8XS_B HLDS SB Chipset 22554573 AMDSB820 60002168 AMDSB820 AMDISS M_BR Side Port 10000981 128MB- MISC DDR3 (64*16*1) 22554573 VR1GbIII8 60002045 VR1GbIII8 HYNIX 60002215 VR1GbIII8 SAMSUNG Software 10000981...
  • Page 191 Vendor Type WiFi Antenna 10000105 PIFA Wireless LAN 23707801 3rd WiFi 2x2 FOXCONN 23707801 3rd WiFi 2x2 FOXCONN 23707801 3rd WiFi 2x2 FOXCONN 23707801 3rd WiFi BG FOXCONN Appendix B Description PIFA Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 2x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcomm 43225 2x2 BGN (HM) T77H103.00 Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB97 2x2 BGN...
  • Page 192 Appendix B...
  • Page 193: 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 194 Appendix C...
  • Page 195: Index

    AFLASH Utility Antennas 97, 99 Removing Replacing Battery Replacing Battery Pack Removing BIOS ROM type vendor 25–34 BIOS Utility Advanced Boot Exit Navigating Onboard Device Configuration Power Save and Exit Security System Security Board Layout Top View Camera Module 90, 91 Removing 104, 106, 108, 109, 111 Replacing...
  • Page 196 Replacing LCD Failure LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD Module Reassembly Procedure LCD Panel Removing Replacing Left Speaker Module Removing Replacing Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Mainboard 71, 73, 75, 77 Removing Replacing media access on indicator Memory Replacing Memory Check Model Definition No Display Issue ODD Failure Online Support Information...
  • Page 197 Windows 2000 Environment Test Wireless Function Failure WLAN Module Removing Replacing...

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