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  • Page 1 Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 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 2920/2920Z/2420 Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2007 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
  • Page 4 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
  • Page 5 DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Acer eRecovery Management ........23...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the SD dummy card ........56 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card .
  • Page 9 Model Definition and Configuration Test Compatible Components Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test ......154 Online Support Information Index Table of Contents...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents...

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (for selected models) Display and graphics 12.1" WXGA High Brightness (200nits), Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ Mobile Intel® GL960/GM965 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100(Intel®...

  • Page 12: Storage Subsystem

    Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology, or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for selected models) Acer InviLink™...
  • Page 13 I/O Ports ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) Three USB 2.0 ports External display (VGA) port S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Headphone/speaker/line-out jack Microphone-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Environment Temperature: Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C...

  • Page 14: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 15: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Front View Icon Microphone Display screen Empowering key Status indicators Keyboard Palmrest Touchpad Click buttons (left and right) Chapter 1 Item Description Internal microphone for sound recording.

  • Page 16: Closed Front View

    Icon Status indicators Acer Crystal Eye Easy-launch button Power button Closed Front View Icon Microphone-in jack Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack Unlimited volume control wheel Speakers Left View Icon Item Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components.

  • Page 17: Right View

    Right View Icon Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole USB 2.0 port Ethernet (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port 5-in-1 card reader Rear View Icon Kensington lock slot Ventilation slots Chapter 1 Item Description Internal optical drive;...

  • Page 18: Bottom View

    Bottom View Icon Battery bay Battery release latch Battery lock Memory compartment Hard disk bay Ventilation slots and cooling fan Item Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Releases the battery for removal. Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's main memory. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).

  • Page 19: Indicators

    WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Chapter 1 Description Indicates the computer's power status.

  • Page 20: Touchpad Basics

    These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. Description Launch Acer Empowering Technology. (user-programmable) Launch Acer Arcade utility Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
  • Page 21 Function Left Button (1) Execute Quickly click twice. Select Click once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Access context menu NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your fingers - dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement;...

  • Page 22: Using The Keyboard

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

  • Page 23: Windows Keys

    Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows 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 24: Hot Keys

    <Fn> + < > <Fn> + <F1> <Fn> + <F2> Function Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

  • Page 25: Special Key

    Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.

  • Page 26: Acer Empowering Technology

    Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently.
  • Page 27 Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information.

  • Page 28: Acer Epower Management

    To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management".
  • Page 29 To switch between power plans: Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop-down list. Click "Apply". To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can also turn on/off system components to extend battery life.

  • Page 30: Acer Eaudio Management

    Acer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game" mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound from just 2 speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. "Music" mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail..

  • Page 31: Acer Edatasecurity Management (For Selected Models)

    For projectors and external devices that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting. NOTE: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor.

  • Page 32: Acer Elock Management

    Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can't be stolen while your system is unattended. Removable Storage Devices — includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system.

  • Page 33: Acer Erecovery Management

    To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain after rebooting, until removed.

  • Page 34: Acer Esettings Management

    NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your Acer ezDock.

  • Page 35: Windows Mobility Center

    The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status.

  • Page 36: Using The System Utilities

    Settings Apply Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start>All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:...

  • Page 37: Launch Manager

    NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti-virus utility that can protect against viruses, keeping your data safe and secure.
  • Page 38 Select Run Scan to scan your system. When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. NOTE: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals.

  • Page 39: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item CPU type Core logic CPU package CPU core voltage CPU Fan True Value Table DTS(degree C) Fan Speed (rpm) 45-50 0-3000 55-66 0-3300 68-74 3300-3800 78-83 3800-4100 86-91 4100-4800 ° Throttling 50%: On= 99 C; OFF=93 C °...
  • Page 40 System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Memory Combinations Slot 1 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB...
  • Page 41 USB 1.1 Specification Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad- mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology 11~54 Mbps, up to 270 Mbps for Draft-N 802.11b+g, Draft-N...
  • Page 42 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Spindle 5400 RPM speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface SATA Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer 100 MB/Sec. rate Ultra DMA mode-5 (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) DC Power Requirements Voltage 5V(DC) +/- 5% tolerance Combo Drive module Item Vendor &...
  • Page 43 Combo Drive module Item Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Super-Multi Drive module Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Chapter 1 Specification Load: Manual Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button) (b) Release by ATAPI command (c) Emergency Release 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)
  • Page 44 Super-Multi Drive module Item Input Voltage Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker / Quantity Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control...
  • Page 45 System Board Major Chips Item Core logic USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA/ 5 in 1 Card Reader Audio Codec Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item...
  • Page 46 LCD 12.1” inch Item Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight (without inverter) Physical Size(mm) Electrical Interface Support Color...
  • Page 47 System Power Management ACPI mode Mech. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Save to Disk (S4) Chapter 1 Power Management All devices in the system are turned off completely. OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely.
  • Page 48 Chapter 1...

  • Page 49: 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 50: Navigating The Bios Utility

    Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys. To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys. To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6.

  • Page 51: Information

    Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n C P U Ty p e :...

  • Page 52: Main

    Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n S y s t e m Ti m e :...
  • Page 53 The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24-hour format. System Date Sets the system date. System Memory This field reports the memory size of the system.

  • Page 54: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n S u p e r v i s o r P a s s w o r d I s :...

  • Page 55: Setting A Password

    The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Supervisor Password Is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password. HDD Password Is Shows the setting of the hard disk password.

  • Page 56: Removing A Password

    Removing a Password Follow these steps: Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Password box appears: Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.
  • Page 57 If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message. Chapter 2...

  • Page 58: Boot

    Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n B o o t p r i o r i t y o r d e r :...

  • Page 59: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n E x i t S a v i n g C h a n g e s...

  • Page 60: Bios Flash Utility

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

  • Page 61: Removing Hdd Utility

    Removing HDD Utility This section provide you with removing HDD method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, “HDD password error code” would display on the screen. See the image below. If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run unlock6.exe Key in “unlock6 03567 00””...
  • Page 62 Reboot system and key in "N9H7W7I" , "9HNXDDI" ,"BCIKFVX","TPFIK1K" or "Q918H7I" to HDD user password. Chapter 2...

  • Page 63: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Machine Disassembly and Replacement 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 Flat screwdriver Philips screwdriver Hex screwdriver...

  • Page 64: General Information

    General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.

  • Page 65: External Module Disassembly Process

    External Module Disassembly Process 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 66: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Turn base unit over. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). Removing the SD dummy card Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it (1, 2).

  • Page 67: Removing The Expresscard Dummy Card

    Pull it out from the slot. Removing the ExpressCard dummy card Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it. Pull it out from the slot. Removing the Lower Cover See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. Chapter 3...
  • Page 68 See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. Remove the four screws (B) and loosen the five captive screws on the lower cover. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L12 (4) Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover.

  • Page 69: Removing The Dimm

    Remove the lower cover from the lower case. Removing the DIMM See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57.. Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM.

  • Page 70: Removing The Wlan Board Modules

    Remove the DIMM module. Removing the WLAN Board Modules See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board.

  • Page 71: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the two screws (A) on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (2) Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module See “Removing the Battery Pack”...
  • Page 72 Remove the one screw (D) securing the hard disk drive module. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L5 (1) Slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. Color Torque Black...

  • Page 73: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Remove the four screws (C) securing the hard disk to the bracket. Step Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (4) Removing the Optical Drive Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. Carefully use a plastic screw driver to eject the optical drive tray.
  • Page 74 Pull the optical drive module out from the main unit. Remove the two screws (A) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (2) Color Torque Black 1.6 kgf-cm Chapter 3...

  • Page 75: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart MAIN 5xCaptive Screws CPU/VGA THERMAL MODULE 2xSCREWS 2xSCREWS MODEM BOARD Screw List Item Screw M2 x L3 M2 x L5 M2 x L4 M2.5 x L8 Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module See “Removing the Battery Pack”...
  • Page 76 Disconnect the heatsink fan connector from the main board. Remove the five screws securing the CPU and VGA heatsink module in place. Chapter 3...

  • Page 77: Removing The Cpu

    Slide out and remove the heatsink module. Removing the CPU See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57.. See “Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module” on page 65. Chapter 3...
  • Page 78 Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU. Lift up carefully to remove the CPU. NOTE: When installing the CPU, make sure to install the CPU with PIN 1 at the corner as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 79: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56.. Push down on the lock and release the latches securing the keyboard to the upper case. Turn over the keyboard on the touchpad area. Chapter 3...

  • Page 80: Removing The Lcd Module

    Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard. Removing the LCD Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. See “Removing the Keyboard”...
  • Page 81 Remove the two screws (H) from the botton panel of the system and three screws (A) on the battery bay area. Step Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L8 (2) M2 x L3 (3) Turn over the system and open the LCD panel and gently pry up and remove the middle cover. Chapter 3 Color Torque...
  • Page 82 Carefully pry up the middle cap cover and remove it. Release the wireless antennas from the latches. 10. Disconnect the LCD cable from the main board. Chapter 3...
  • Page 83 11. Remove the four screws (A) securing the left and right hinge caps. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L3 (4) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 12. Remove the left and right hinge caps. Chapter 3...

  • Page 84: Separating The Upper Case From The Lower Case

    13. Remove the four screws (F) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (4) 14. Carefully remove the LCD module from the base unit. NOTE: When connecting the cable back to the unit, please note that the cable should be routed well. Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case See “Removing the Battery Pack”...
  • Page 85 11. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. 12. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. 13. Disconnect the Launch board cable from the CN1 on the main board. 14. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the TOUCHPAD1 on the main board. Chapter 3...
  • Page 86 15. Remove the nine screws (D) on the bottom panel. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L5 (9) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 16. Gently raise the upper case from the main unit. Chapter 3...

  • Page 87: Removing The Launch Board

    Removing the Launch Board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...

  • Page 88: Removing Thetouch Pad Board Module

    15. Remove the four screws (A) holding the launch board and remove the launch board from the upper cover. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (4) Removing theTouch Pad Board Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card”...
  • Page 89 13. See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 74. 14. Disconnect the touch pad cable from the touch pad board. 15. Carefully pry loose and remove the touch pad board. WARNING:The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad board if it is defective. Chapter 3...

  • Page 90: Removing The Main Board

    Removing the main board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...
  • Page 91 15. Remove the two screws (F) holding the main board. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (2) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 16. Carefully remove the main board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 92: Removing The Speaker Modules

    Removing the Speaker Modules See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...

  • Page 93: Removing The Modem Board

    16. Remove the left and right speakers from the upper case. Removing the Modem Board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover”...
  • Page 94 15. Remove the 2 screws securing the modem card. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (2) Silver 1.8 kgf-cm 16. Disconnect the cable from the modem board. 17. Remove the modem board from the main board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 95: Removing The Bluetooth Board

    Removing the Bluetooth board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 59. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...

  • Page 96: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD ASSEMBLY LCD FPC LEFT LCD CABLE BRACKET Screw List Item Screw M2.5 x L5 M2 x L3 M2.5 x L4 LCD MODULE DISASSEMBLY LCD MODULE LCD BEZEL INVERTER BOARD LCD BACK PANEL RIGHT LCD BRACKET ANTENNAS...

  • Page 97: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. See “Removing the Keyboard”...

  • Page 98: Removing The Lcd Module With The Brackets

    10. Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and remove the bezel from the LCD module. Removing the LCD module with the Brackets See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. Chapter 3...
  • Page 99 See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. See “Removing the LCD Bezel”...

  • Page 100: Removing The Inverter Board And Fpc Cable

    10. Remove the four screws (I) securing the LCD module and the Inverter panel. Step Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L4 (4) 11. Detach the LCD with the brackets from the back cover. Removing the Inverter Board and FPC Cable See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card”...
  • Page 101 10. Disconnect the inverter board cable from its connector, then disconnect the 2P cable on the inverter board to remove it. 11. Detach the acetic tapes holding the FPC cable from the LCD panel and detach the acetic tape securing the FPC connector.

  • Page 102: Removing The Lcd Brackets

    12. Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Brackets See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...

  • Page 103: Removing The Antennas

    11. Remove the four screws (G) securing the left and right LCD brackets to remove the brackets. Step Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (4) Removing the Antennas See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card”...

  • Page 104: Removing The Internal Microphone And Web Camera

    12. Remove the tapes together with the antenna cables from the back cover. Removing the Internal Microphone and Web Camera See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 56. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 56. Chapter 3...
  • Page 105 See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 57. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 57. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 60. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 69. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 70. See “Removing the LCD Bezel”...
  • Page 106 Chapter 3...

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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 108: System Check Procedures

    System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is required. NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.

  • Page 109: Memory Check

    External keyboard If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

  • Page 110: Check The Power Adapter

    Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter cable. See the following figure If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. If the voltage is within the range, do the following: Replace the System board.

  • Page 111: Touchpad Check

    Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: Check out the Power Management in control Panel In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct.

  • Page 112: Power-On Self-Test (Post) Error Message

    Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer.

  • Page 113: Index Of Error Messages

    Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes <No error code> <No error code> Error Message List Error Messages Failure Fixed Disk Stuck Key Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Setup Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn...
  • Page 114 Error Message List Error Messages System timer error Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Diskette drive A error Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP System cache error - Cache disabled CPU ID: DMA Test Failed Software NMI Failed...
  • Page 115 Error Message List No beep Error Messages No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on an external CRT.

  • Page 116: Phoenix Bios Beep Codes

    Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code 1-2-2-3 1-3-1-1 1-3-1-3 1-3-4-1 1-3-4-3 1-4-1-1 Beeps 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 Initialize I/O component...
  • Page 117 Code 2-1-2-3 2-2-3-1 Chapter 4 Beeps POST Routine Description Advanced configuration of chipset registers 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...
  • Page 118 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Detect and install external RS232 ports Configure non-MCD IDE controllers Detect and install external parallel ports Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices Re-initialize onboard I/O ports Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Area Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller...
  • Page 119 Code Code Chapter 4 Beeps POST Routine Description Prepare Boot Initialize DMI parameters Initialize PnP Option ROMs Clear parity checkers Display MultiBoot menu Clear screen (optional) Check virus and backup reminders Try to boot with INT 19 Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) Initialize error logging Initialize error display function Initialize system error handler...
  • Page 120 Code Beeps Boot to Mini DOS Clear Huge Segment Boot to Full DOS Chapter 4...

  • Page 121: Index Of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message

    Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed.
  • Page 122 Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system doesn’t power-off. Battery can’t be charged PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size.
  • Page 123 Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode. The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the LCD. Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than 90%. System hangs intermittently. Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices.
  • Page 124 Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Touchpad does not work. Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Internal modem does not work correctly. NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 116. Action in Sequence Reconnect touchpad cable.

  • Page 125: Intermittent Problems

    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.

  • Page 126: Undetermined Problems

    System Check” on page 99.): 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 Hard disk drive...

  • Page 127: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Chapter 5...

  • Page 128: Bottom View

    Bottom View Chapter 5...

  • Page 129: Clearing Password Check And Bios Recovery

    Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420. Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery. Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Hardware...

  • Page 130: 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 131: 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 132: Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Exploded Diagram

    BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH SIMPLO BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.4MAH SANYO BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.4MAH SONY BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.4MAH PANASONIC BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.4MAH SIMPLO Acer Part No. AP.06501.013 AP.06503.016 BT.00603.039 BT.00604.017 BT.00605.006 BT.00607.003 BT.00603.040 BT.00604.005 BT.00605.007 BT.00607.009...
  • Page 133 INVERTER BOARD 12.1” YEC YNV- MODEM BOARD LITEON DELPHI- AM3 3.3V MDC003 A8B B85244300G TOUCHPAD CABLE TENNRICH POWER BOARD CABLE TENNRICH BLUETOOTH CABLE HUALI/HIGH- MODEM CABLE HUALI/HIGH-TEK LCD/CAMERA CABLE C.A. LVDS HUALI/HIGH-TEK Acer Part No. 23.TCZV1.004 KI.GLN01.001 KI.GLN01.002 KI.GLN01.003 KI.GLN01.005 KI.KDN01.001 KI.KDN01.002 KI.KDN01.003 54.ANK01.001...
  • Page 134 POWER CORD 250V 10A 3PIN ISRAEL CARD READER DUMMY CARD EXPRESS DUMMY CARD CALADO MIDDLE COVER ASSEMBLY NEW CARD DUMMY CARD LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER ASSY CALADO MIDDLE CAP CALADO MIDDLE COVER CALADO Acer Part No. 27.T30V1.001 27.01518.641 27.01518.781 27.T30V1.004 27.01518.731 27.01518.541 27.03118.001 27.01518.561 27.01518.671 27.01518.571...
  • Page 135 T7700 2.4G 4M 800 G-0 CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T7700 2.4G 4M 800L CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T7500 2.2G 4M 800 G-0 CPU INTEL MEROM CORE2DUAL T7500 2.2G 4M 800 Acer Part No. 42.ANK01.002 60.ANK01.002 33.ANK01.001 42.ANK01.005 42.ANK01.006 33.ANK01.002 33.ANK01.003 33.ANK01.004...
  • Page 136 HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA II HGST HTS542516K9SA00 BRONCO-B LF F/W:C31P HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA MK1637GSX GEMINI BS LF F/W: DL050J HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD1600BEVS-22RST0 LF F/ W:04.01G04 Acer Part No. KC.73001.DTP KC.72501.DTP KC.55501.DTP KC.54501.DTP KC.52501.DTP KC.23301.DTP KC.23101.DTP 6M.ANK01.002 KU.0080E.005...
  • Page 137 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE GERMAN DARFON KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE FRENCH DARFON KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE DANISH DARFON KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 85KS WHITE CZECH DARFON KEYBOARD 12KB-FV2 84KS WHITE TRADITIONAL CHINESE DARFON Acer Part No. KH.25008.018 KH.25007.011 KB.INT00.218 KB.INT00.219 KB.INT00.220 KB.INT00.221 KB.INT00.222 KB.INT00.223 KB.INT00.224 KB.INT00.225...
  • Page 138 SAMSUNG M470T6554EZ3-CE6 LF SODIMM 512MB DDRII667 HYNIX HYMP564S64CP6-Y5 LF SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 SAMSUNG M470T2864DZ3-CE6 LF SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 HYNIX HYMP112S64CP6-Y5 LF SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 NANYA NT1GT64U8HB0BN-3C LF (0.09U) Acer Part No. KB.INT00.248 KB.INT00.249 KB.INT00.250 KB.INT00.251 6M.ANK01.003 LK.12105.008 LK.12105.012 LK.1210F.016 57.TK501.001 57.TK901.001...
  • Page 139 NOTE SCREW M2.5*L8 NYLOK CR3+ SCREW M2X4 NYLOK H0.3 SCREW WAFER M2*L10 BZN RP NOTE SCREW M3x4 SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3 SCREW M2.5xL5 BLACK ZN+NYLOK SCREW IMS M2.5X4 Acer Part No. KN.1GB02.036 KN.2GB0B.002 KN.2GB0G.004 40.ANK01.001 47.ANK01.004 47.ANK01.002 47.ANK01.003 47.ANK01.001 47.ANK01.005...

  • Page 140: Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Series

    Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Series Acer Model Country Part AS505 India LX.AV AS5051AN 1ANW 30C.0 WXMi LINPUSIL1 UMAC 1*512/80/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN AS505 Indonesia LX.AV AS5051AN 1ANW 30C.0 WXMi LINPUSIN1 UMAC 1*512/80/ 6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN AS505 Malaysia LX.AV...
  • Page 141 Acer Model Country Part AS505 USA/ LX.AV 1AWX Canada - 30J.00 Canadian French AS505 USA/ LX.AV 1AWX Canada - 30J.00 Canadian French AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 Zealand AS505 USA/ LX.AV 1AWX Canada 305.00 AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 1AWX Spanish 305.01...
  • Page 142 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 1AWX Portuguese 305.01 AS505 GCTWN S2.AV 1AWX 305.00 AS505 GCTWN S2.AV 2WXM 305.00 AS505 GCTWN S2.AV 5WXM 305.00...
  • Page 143 Acer Model Country Part AS505 GCTWN LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 GCTWN LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 GCTWN LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 Zealand AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 India LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 Indonesia LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01...
  • Page 144 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 1AWX 30J.01 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1AWX 306.00 Zealand AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 Zealand AS505 India LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 AS505 Indonesia LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00...
  • Page 145 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Thailand LX.AV 2WXM 30J.00 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 2WXM 30J.01 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 2WXM 306.00 Zealand AS505 India LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Vietnam LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Singapore LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0...
  • Page 146 Acer Model Country Part AS505 Philippines LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 2WXM 30J.01 AS505 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 1AWX 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 30J.04 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV...
  • Page 147 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Denmark LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.03...
  • Page 148 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 1AWX 30J.03 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Turkey LX.AV 1AWX 30J.04 AS505 EMEA Switzerland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.04 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.04...
  • Page 149 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 30J.02 AS505 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 1AWX 305.01 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 305.03 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.02 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Greece LX.AV 1AWX 305.03...
  • Page 150 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.02 AS505 EMEA Spain LX.AV 1AWX 305.03 AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 305.03 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV...
  • Page 151 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA South LX.AV 1AWX Africa 305.01 AS505 EMEA Norway LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 305.02 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 305.02 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 305.03...
  • Page 152 Acer Model Country Part AS505 USA/ LX.AV 2WXM Canada - 30J.02 Canadian French AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 2WXM Spanish 30J.02 AS505 ACLA- LX.AV 1AWX Spanish 30J.04 AS505 Australia/ LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 Zealand AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 Malaysia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0...
  • Page 153 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 30J.05 AS505 Thailand LX.AV 2NWX 30C.0...
  • Page 154 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1ANW East 30C.0 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1ANW 30C.0 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 305.04 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 30J.05 AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV...
  • Page 155 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Switzerland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Spain LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 30J.07...
  • Page 156 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA Denmark LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Norway LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA Norway LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07...
  • Page 157 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 30J.06 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 30J.06 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.08 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.08 AS505 EMEA Turkey LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 30J.07...
  • Page 158 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Germany LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Middle LX.AV 1AWX East 305.06 AS505 EMEA Denmark LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Belgium LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.05 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 30J.08...
  • Page 159 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Greece LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Israel LX.AV 1AWX 305.06 AS505 EMEA France LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Italy LX.AV 1AWX 305.05 AS505 EMEA Eastern LX.AV 1AWX Europe 305.05 AS505 EMEA Holland LX.AV 1AWX 305.06...
  • Page 160 Acer Model Country Part AS505 EMEA Russia LX.AV 1AWX 305.04 AS505 EMEA Sweden/ LX.AV 1AWX Finland 305.05 AS505 EMEA Slovenia/ LX.AV 1AWX Croatia 305.06 AS505 EMEA Portugal LX.AV 1AWX 305.06 AS505 EMEA Switzerland LX.AV 1AWX 305.06 AS505 EMEA LX.AV 1AWX 305.06...
  • Page 161 Acer Model Country Part AS505 India LX.AV 2NWX 30C.0 Descriptio DIMM DIMM AS5052N ATTL5 N14.1 SO512 WXMi WXGA MBII5 LINPUSIL1 UMAC 1*512/80/ BT/6L/5R/ CB_bg_0.3 C_AN Wirele HDD 1 Blueto VOIP (GB) Phone N80G NSM8 ABT_ FOX_ B5.4K ATH54 BRM_ 13BG...
  • Page 162 Appendix A...

  • Page 163: 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 XP Home, Windows XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

  • Page 164: Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test

    Bluetooth Device ® Vista Environment Test Specification Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19” Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b, Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500 Dell 3300MP Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Dell USB Keyboard...
  • Page 165 Item PCMCIA Test LAN/Modem Card Storage Card 1394 Card USB2.0 Card Wireless Lan Card (Not recommended for wireless ready model) ISDN Card GPRS Card ExpressCard Test Express Card Memory Card Test (SD/MS/MMC/SM/CF/Microdrive/XD) SD Card MS Card MMC Card XD Card CF Card Appendix B Specification...
  • Page 166 Appendix B...

  • Page 167: 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 168 Appendix C...

  • Page 169: Index

    AFLASH Utility Antennas Audio Battery Pack BIOS package password control ROM size ROM type vendor Version BIOS Supports protocol 39–50 BIOS Utility Navigating Onboard Device Configuration 43, 44 Security System Security Bluetooth board Board Layout Top View brightness hotkeys Cache controller size caps lock...
  • Page 170 LCD Brackets LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD with the Brackets lower cover Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Mainboard media access on indicator Memory Check Model Definition Modem Board Notebook Manager hotkey num lock on indicator Online Support Information optical drive module Panel Bottom left...

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