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Acer Chromebook CB5-132T / C738T
LIFECYCLE EXTENSION
GUIDE

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  • Page 1 Acer Chromebook CB5-132T / C738T LIFECYCLE EXTENSION GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Self-Repair ..........1-1 Disassembly Procedures .

  • Page 3: Self-Repair

    NOTE: NOTE: In the event of not being able to create a Factory Default recovery media, it is possible to obtain a copy of the recovery media through Acer Customer Service (http://www.acer.com/support) This is not a free of charge service.

  • Page 4: Disassembly Procedures

    Disassembly Procedures Safety Guidelines This chapter contains step by step procedures on how to remove and de-install components from the computer. Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your personal safety. Each procedure included in this chapter assumes that you are preparing your computer for recycling and disposal.
  • Page 5 WEEE Annex VII Component These components are classified as requiring selective treatment: I/O board  Battery pack  WLAN module  Touchpad module  Mainboard  LCD panel  Disassembly Procedures...
  • Page 6 Pre-disassembly Instructions Do the following prior to starting any maintenance procedures: 1. Place the system on a stable work surface. 2. Remove AC adapter (A) from the system and peripherals (Figure 1-1). 3. Remove the SD card from the SD card slot (B) (Figure 1-1).
  • Page 7 Base Cover Removal 1. Place the computer on a flat surface, the bottom side is up. 2. Remove eleven (11) screws from the base cover (Figure 1-2). Figure 1-2. Base Cover Screw Location 3. Connect the AC adapter to the system. 4.
  • Page 8 5. Press the power key (A) and the reload key (B) to shut off the system. Once you see the power LED turn off (C), disconnect the AC adapter immediately (Figure 1-4). Figure 1-4. Battery Cut-off IMPORTANT: Make sure the display is dark, the system is completely powered off and the AC adapter is removed from the system.
  • Page 9 8. Carefully flip the left side of the base cover away from the system as shown in Figure 1-6. 9. Disconnect the battery cable (A) from the mainboard connector (Figure 1-6). 10. Disconnect the IO board FFC (B) from the mainboard connector and gently peel it away from the top assembly (Figure 1-6).
  • Page 10 I/O Board Removal Prerequisite: Base Cover Removal 1. Find the USB board (C) on the base cover (Figure 1-8). 2. Disconnect the IO Board FFC (A) from the IO Board connecter (B) and remove it. 3. Remove the one (1) screw (D) securing the IO board in place (Figure 1-8).
  • Page 11 CAUTION: The IO board FFC (Flexible Falt Cable) can be damaged if removed while the IO board connector is locked. Disassembly Procedures...
  • Page 12 Battery Pack Removal Prerequisite: Base Cover Removal 1. Remove two (2) screws (A) securing the battery pack in place (Figure 1-10). WEEE Annex VII component: Battery Figure 1-10. Battery Screw Location 2. Lift up the top edge of the battery pack to remove it from the system (Figure 1-11).
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for battery disposal. Disassembly Procedures 1-11...
  • Page 14 WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) Module Removal Prerequisite: Battery Pack Removal 1. Find the WLAN module (A) on the top assembly (Figure 1-12). Figure 1-12. Component Location 2. Disconnect WLAN antennas (B) connected to the WLAN card (Figure 1-13). 3. Remove one (1) screw (C) securing the WLAN module in place (Figure 1-13).
  • Page 15 4. Remove the WLAN module (A) from the mainboard connector (D) (Figure 1-14). WEEE Annex VII Component: WLAN module Figure 1-14. WLAN Module Removal Disassembly Procedures 1-13...
  • Page 16 LCD Module Removal Prerequisite: Battery Pack Removal 1. Disconnect the WLAN antennas (A) and remove the antennas from the cable guides as shown in Figure 1-12. 2. Disconnect the eDP cable (B) from the mainboard connector (C) (Figure 1-15). 3. Disconnect the G-sensor control cable (D) from the mainboard (Figure 1-15).
  • Page 17 6. Lift the LCD module (D) away from the top assembly (Figure 1-17). Figure 1-17. LCD Module Removal CAUTION: Make sure all cables and antennas are moved away from the device to avoid damage during removal. Disassembly Procedures 1-15...
  • Page 18 Touchpad Module Removal Prerequisite: Battery Pack Removal 1. Find the touchpad module (D) on the top assembly. Refer to Figure 1-12. 2. Disconnect the touchpad FFC (A) from the mainboard connector (B) (Figure 1-18). 3. Disconnect the touchpad FFC (A) from the touchpad connector (C) (Figure 1-18).
  • Page 19 6. Peel back the the touchpad tape (F) covering the touchpad module (Figure 1-19). Figure 1-19. Touchpad Tape Location 7. Lift up the top edge of the touchpad module (G) to remove it from the top assembly (Figure 1-20). WEEE Annex VII Component: Touchpad module Figure 1-20.
  • Page 20 Mainboard Removal Prerequisite: WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) Module Removal, and LCD Module Removal 1. Find the mainboard (B) on the top assembly. Refer to Figure 1-12. 2. Disconnect the speaker cable from the mainboard connector (A) (Figure 1-21). 3. Disconnect the touchpad FFC from the mainboard connector (C) (Figure 1-21).
  • Page 21 7. Remove the mainboard by gently lifting it from the top assembly (Figure 1-22). WEEE Annex VII Component: Mainboard Figure 1-22. Mainboard Removal CAUTION: The touchpad FFC (Flexible Flat Cable), the LED Board FFC and the keyboard FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) can be damaged if removed while the mainboard connectors are locked.
  • Page 22 LCD Panel Removal Prerequisite: LCD Module Removal 1. Find the LCD panel (C) on the LCD cover (Figure 1-24). WEEE Annex VII component: LCD Panel Figure 1-24. LCD Module Component Location 2. Pry open the top edge of the LCD Assembly (Figure 1-25).
  • Page 23 3. Pry open the left edge of the LCD Assembly (Figure 1-26). Figure 1-26. LCD Module Left Edge 4. Pry open the right edge of the LCD Assembly (Figure 1-27). Figure 1-27. LCD Module Right Edge Disassembly Procedures 1-21...
  • Page 24 5. Pull the eDP cable (A) out of the left hinge cap to remove the left hinge cap stopper (Figure 1-28). Figure 1-28. LCD Module Left Hinge Cap Stopper 6. Pull the WLAN antennas (C) out of the right hinge cap to remove the right hinge cap stopper (D) (Figure 1-29).
  • Page 25 7. Flip over the front of the panel. Unpeel the tape covering the eDP connector and disconnect the eDP cable from the LCD panel connector (E) (Figure 1-30). 8. Remove the LCD panel. Figure 1-30. eDP Connector Location CAUTION: Make sure the eDP and camera cable is moved away from the device to avoid damage during LCD Panel removal.
  • Page 26 Top Assembly Removal (Keyboard Removal) Prerequisite: Ensure that the Speaker module, LED board, and Mainboard have been disassembled prior removing the top assembly. NOTE: NOTE: The keyboard is included as part of the top assembly and can not be disassembled. In the event that the keyboard can no longer be used, replace the entire top assembly.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance.
  • Page 28 What you need to do Step 1: Try less invasive steps If you can sign in to your Chromebook, try these steps first: 1. Turn your Chromebook off, then back on again. 2. If your Chromebook still has an error, reset to factory settings.
  • Page 29 Chromebook tablet: Press and hold the Volume Up, Volume Down, and Power  buttons for at least 10 seconds, then release them. 3. You'll see one of these messages: "Chrome OS is missing or damaged. Please insert a recovery USB stick or SD card.". ...
  • Page 30 Fix problems with recovery "An unexpected error has occurred". Erase the storage device, then try recovery again. 2. Try using a different USB flash drive or SD card to recover. Some USB flash drives and SD cards don't work well with recovery. If you're still having problems, contact your Chromebook manufacturer for help.

  • Page 31: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Please contact your local service center to find out how to obtain the part or replace your device. FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 1-29...
  • Page 32 Exploded Diagrams Figure 1-32. System Exploded Diagram Table 1-1. System Exploded Diagram Description Top Assembly (with Keyboard) Touchpad Module Mainboard Battery 1-30 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List...
  • Page 33 Table 1-1. System Exploded Diagram Description Speaker Module Base Cover WLAN Module IO Board FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 1-31...
  • Page 34 Figure 1-33. LCD Assembly Exploded Diagram Table 1-2. LCD Assembly Exploded Diagram Description Antennas eDP and Camera Cable LCD Cover LCD Panel LCD Hinge R LCD Hinge L Control Cable 1-32 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List...

  • Page 35: Check For Updates Yourself

    Check for updates yourself 1. Turn on your Chromebook. 2. Connect your Chromebook to Wi-Fi. 3. At the bottom right, select the time. 4. Select Settings 5. At the bottom of the left panel, select About Chrome OS. 6. Under "Google Chrome OS", you'll find which version of the Chrome operating system your Chromebook uses.

  • Page 36: Factory Reset Your Chromebook

    Factory reset your Chromebook 1. Sign out of your Chromebook. 2. Press and hold Ctrl + Alt + Shift + r. 3. Select Restart. 4. In the box that appears, select Powerwash > Continue. 5. Follow the steps that appear and sign in with your Google Account. NOTE: NOTE: The account you sign in with after you reset your Chromebook will be the owner...

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