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Aspire 5742/5742G/5742Z/5742ZG 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...
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.
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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.
Dual-channel DDR3 SDRAM support: • Up to 4 GB of DDR3 system memory, upgradable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules Display • 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 pixel resolution, high-brightness (200-nit) Acer CineCrystal™ TFT LCD • 16:9 aspect ratio Audio •...
Weight: • 2.6 kg (5.74 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Input and control Keyboard: • 103-/104-/107-key Acer FineTip keyboard with independent standard numeric keypad, international language support Touchpad: • Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip Media keys: •...
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• Windows Live™ Essentials - Wave 3.2 (Mail, Photo Gallery, Live™ Messenger, Movie Maker, Writer) Web links and utilities • Acer Accessory Store (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, UK only) • Acer Identity Card • Acer Registration •...
Your Acer Notebook tour Top View Icon Chapter 1 Item Integrated Web camera for video communication (only for webcam certain models). Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Icon NOTE: The 2-in1 card reader will be on the front left for UMA models and on the front right for discrete models. Rear view Item Battery bay Item Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1.
Left View Icon Chapter 1 Item DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). (VGA) port Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- port based network. HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections.
Right View Icon 3 4 5 Item USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. access indicator Ejects the optical disc from the drive.
Base view Icon Chapter 1 Item Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch Houses the computer's main memory. Memory compartment Hard disk bay - Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Main with screws). Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
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 Function Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging.
Touch Pad Basics The following items show you how to use the TouchPad: • Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor. • Press the left (2) and right (3) buttons located beneath the TouchPad to perform selection and execution functions.
Using the Keyboard 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.
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: <...
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>...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item CPU type Intel® Core (i3,i5) Processor CPU package rPGA988A Core Logic Two execution cores • • • Chipset • Processor Specifications Item Speed P6100 2 GHz P6200 2.13 GHz i3-350M 2.26 GHz i3-370M 2.4 GHz i3-380M 2.53 GHz i5-460M...
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CPU Fan True Value Table (UMA Tj=105) CPU Temperature • Throttling 50%: On= 85°C; OFF=72°C • OS shut down at 104°C; H/W shut down at 92°C CPU Fan True Value Table (DIS Tj=90) CPU Temperature • Throttling 50%: On= 85°C; OFF=72°C •...
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SPI Flash (MX25L3205A, MX25L3206A, W25X32A, W25Q32BV, EN25F32, Atmel26DF321) Support ISIPP Support Acer UI Support multi-boot Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) Various hot-keys for system control Support SMBUS 2.5 or later, PCI2.3 ACPI 3.0 compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1, C2, C3, C4 and...
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Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Features Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Western Digital Name WD1600BEVT- 22A23T0, Hitachi HTS545016B9A3 00, Toshiba MK1665GSX, Seagate ST9160314AS Capacity (GB) 160GB Bytes per sector Data heads 1, 2, 1, 2...
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Bluetooth Interface Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Connector type Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker/quantity LED 15.6" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch (mm) Pixel Arrangement...
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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) LCD Display Supported Resolution Resolution 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 1280x720/60Hz 16:9 1280x768/60Hz 16:9...
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Audio Codec and Amplifier Item Audio Controller Features Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Chapter 1 Specification Realtek ALC272X-GR • Two stereo DAC support 16/20/24-bit PCM for two independent playback (multiple streaming) •...
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Video Interface (NVIDIA) Item Chipset Package Interface Compatibility Sampling rate Video Interface (ATI) Item Chipset Package Interface Compatibility Sampling rate VRAM (NVIDIA) Item Chipset Memory size Interface VRAM (ATI) Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item USB compliance level UHCI Number of USB port(s) Location...
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System Board Major Chips Item Core logic USB 2.0 Super I/O controller Bluetooth Wireless PCMCIA Audio codec Card reader I/O Ports Item I/O support AC Adapter (UMA) Item Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency AC Adapter (nVidia) Item Input rating Maximum input AC current...
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AC Adapter (ATI) Item Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency System Power Management Legacy Item Mode Mech. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Save to Disk (S4) Card Reader (UMA & Discrete) Item Chipset Package...
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System LED Indicator Item Lock System state HDD access state Wireless state Power button backlight Battery state Chapter 1 Specification • Blue color solid on: system on • Blue color and amber color off: system off • Amber color blinking: S3 state Reflects the activities of the HDD or card reader access Amber color if a wireless device is active •...
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.
Aspire 5742/5742G/5742Z/5742ZG 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...
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 :...
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 :...
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).
Changing a Password Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field.
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 :...
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...
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.
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.
In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays. WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: Double-click the WinFlash executable.
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: After the error is displayed, select the Enter Unlock Password option on the screen.
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Removing BIOS Passwords: To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the DIMM door and use a metal instrument to short the RTC_RST point. Cleaning BIOS Passwords To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, perform the following steps: From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.exe Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen.
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.
Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acer Asstag Write Product Name to EEPROM Input: dmitools /wp Acer Write Serial Number to EEPROM...
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: •...
Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory conditions. If any part of the LCD Module is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must be replaced. The disassembly process is divided into the following stages: •...
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 of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you must first remove the switch board.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch in the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). NOTE: The battery has been highlighted with a yellow oval as shown in the above image.
Removing the SD Dummy Card NOTE: The model displayed in this service guide may differ in color to the one in your package. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 51. 2. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it. 3.
Removing the ODD Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 51. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module M2.5*8 3. Pull the ODD module out from the chassis. Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
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4. Remove the two (2) screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Bracket M2*3 5. Remove the ODD bezel by prying the top edge away from the module. Chapter 3...
Removing the Logic Lower Door 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 51. 2. Remove the two (2) screws securing the logic lower door to the lower cover. Step Logic lower door M2.5*8 3. Remove the lower logic door by lifting the inner edge up as shown. 4.
Removing the 3G Cover (Discrete Only) NOTE: Available in discrete models only 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 51. 2. Remove the one (1) screw securing the 3G cover to the lower cover. Step 3G Cover M2.5*8 3. Remove the 3G cover by lifting up the right edge first and then pull out. Size Quantity Screw Type...
Removing the RTC Battery (UMA Only) 1. See “Removing the Logic Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Locate the RTC battery. 3. Release the RTC battery from the plastic case using a plastic tool as shown. Chapter 3...
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4. Remove the RTC battery from the lower cover as shown. Chapter 3...
Removing the DIMM Module 1. See “Removing the Logic Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module as shown. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second DIMM module if present. Chapter 3...
Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Logic Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN module. NOTE: Cable placement is black to the MAIN terminal (closest to the front edge of the computer) and white to the AUX terminal (closest to the rear edge of the computer).
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4. Detach the WLAN module from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. Chapter 3...
Removing the HDD module Module 1. See “Removing the Logic Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Using the plastic tab, pull the HDD module to remove it from the connector. 3. Lift the HDD module out of the HDD bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
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4. Remove the four (4) screws (two each side) securing the HDD to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*3 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Chapter 3...
Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Logic Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Using a flat plastic tool, release the six (6) keyboard locks to remove the keyboard from the upper cover. 3. Pry up the center of the keyboard and lift it up and over to expose the keyboard FPC. Chapter 3...
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4. Release the locking latch and disconnect the FPC from the mainboard connector. 5. Lift the keyboard clear of the upper cover. Chapter 3...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Upper Cover Power board Card Reader Mainboard Thermal Module (CPU) Thermal Module (VGA) LCD Module Screw Quantity M2.5*5 M2*3 M2*3 M2*3 M2.5*5 SCREW ASSY CPU THERMAL M2.5*5 M2.5*5 Part No. 86.R4F02.001 86.R4F02.004 86.R4F02.004...
Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “External Module Disassembly Process” on page 50. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven (11) screws from the lower cover and four (4) screws from the battery bay. Step Upper Cover (red M2.5*8 callout) Battery Bay M2*3...
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3. Turn the computer over and disconnect the power board FFC (A), microphone cable (B), speaker cable (C), and touch pad FFC (D) from the mainboard. 4. To release the power board FFC, release the locking latch and pull the cable from the connector. 5.
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6. To release the speaker cable, pull out the cable from the connector. 7. To release the touch pad FFC, release the locking latch and pull the cable from the connector. NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFCs where available to prevent damage.
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8. Remove the seven (7) screws from the upper cover as shown. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Cover M2.5*5 Chapter 3...
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9. Starting at the lower right side of the cover, pry apart the upper and lower covers as shown. Work along the front edge of the casing to the left as shown, then lift the upper cover clear of the lower cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Locate the speaker module on the upper cover as shown. 3. Release the speaker cable from the guides as shown. 4. To remove the speaker, pull back on the rubber casing with a plastic tool (1) and lift the speaker module out using the thumb and forefinger (2).
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5. Lift the speaker module clear of the device. Chapter 3...
Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Locate the power board FFC on the top side of the upper cover. 3. Remove the power board FFC from the upper cover by grasping the blue sleeve with the thumb and forefinger and pull up until the FFC is free from the adhesive.
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5. Remove the two (2) screws from the power board. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Power board M2*3 6. Remove the power board from the upper cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the Touch Pad FFC 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Locate the touch pad board on the upper cover. 3. Remove the adhesive tape covering the touch pad FFC as shown. 4. Grasp the touch pad FFC by the blue sleeve and detach the adhesive securing the cable to the upper cover as shown.
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5. Release the FFC locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the connector. Chapter 3...
Removing the Card Reader Module (Discrete Only) 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Locate the card reader module on the lower cover. 3. Remove the adhesive tape covering the card reader FFC as shown. 4. Unlock the USB FFC and disconnect the FFC from the mainboard connector. Chapter 3...
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5. Remove the one (1) screw securing the card reader board to the lower cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Card Reader M2*3 6. Remove the card reader module from the lower cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the USB Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. (UMA Only) 2. See “Removing the Card Reader Module (Discrete Only)” on page 78. (Discrete Only) NOTE: This procedure is necessary for discrete models only. 3. Locate the USB module on the lower cover. 4.
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5. Remove one (1) screw securing the USB board to the lower cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type M2*3 6. Remove the USB module from the lower cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the Bluetooth Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. (UMA Only) 2. See “Removing the USB Board” on page 80. (Discrete Only) NOTE: This procedure is necessary for discrete models only 3. Locate the Bluetooth module on the lower cover. Discrete NOTE: The location of the Bluetooth module may vary depending on your model.
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5. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the connector as shown. Discrete NOTE: Do not pull directly on the cable itself as this may damage the connection. 6. Remove the Bluetooth module and release the cable from the cable guides as shown. Discrete Chapter 3...
Removing the ODD Connector Board (UMA Only) 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Unlock and disconnect the ODD FFC from the mainboard. 3. Lift the ODD connector board from the lower cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 67. 2. Locate the LVDS cable on the mainboard. 3. Disconnect the LVDS cable from the mainboard connector. Chapter 3...
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4. Remove the one (1) screw securing the mainboard to the lower cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Mainboard M2.5*5 5. Place the LCD module on a clean surface while holding the lower cover with the other hand. Place a protective cover on the LCD panel.
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6. While holding the lower cover with one hand, separate the mainboard from the lower cover and place it onto the protective cover. CAUTION: Do not remove the mainboard completely. The mainboard is still connected to the lower cover. 7. Locate the DC-In cable and disconnect it from the main board connector. 8.
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9. Remove the adhesive tape covering the Bluetooth cable and the mainboard connector. 10. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable connector from the mainboard connector. Chapter 3...
Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 85. 2. Locate the thermal module on the mainboard. 3. Disconnect the fan cable connector from the mainboard connector. Chapter 3...
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4. Remove the six (6) screws (in numerical order from 1 to 6) securing the thermal module to the mainboard. Step Thermal Module SCREW ASSY CPU (CPU) (red THERMAL callouts) Thermal Module M2.5*5 (VGA) (green callouts) 5. Remove the thermal module from the mainboard. Size Quantity Screw Type...
Removing the CPU 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. 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 89. 2.
Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 85. 2. Place the LCD module on flat, clean surface and place a protective cover over the LCD panel. Close the lower cover so that it is laying flat against the LCD module. Remove the antenna cables from the guides as shown. 3.
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5. Release the black and white antenna cables from the guidelines. 6. Continue removing the white antenna cable from the cable guidelines. 7. Remove the adhesive tape from the microphone and black antenna cables. NOTE: This image shows the discrete model. Chapter 3...
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8. Release the microphone cable and the black antenna cable (discrete model only) from the guidelines as shown Discrete NOTE: The discrete model displays the microphone cable as grey and the antenna cable as black. 9. Continue removing the black antenna cable from the lower cover (UMA model only). 10.
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Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*5 11. Remove the LCD assembly from the lower cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the DC-In Assembly 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 92. 2. Locate the DC-In assembly on the lower cover. 3. Remove the DC-In cable protective box from the lower cover. 4. Pry the DC-In assembly from the lower cover and remove it using a plastic tool. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Main Unit Disassembly Process” on page 66. 2. Remove the two (2) bezel screw caps and two (2) screws securing the bezel to the LCD module. Step LCD Bezel M2.5*6 3. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Continue along the left, top, and right sides until the bezel is free from all locking latches.
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4. Remove the bezel from the LCD module. Chapter 3...
Removing the CCD Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 98. 2. Locate the camera module at the top of the LCD module 3. Disconnect CCD cable connector from the CCD module. 4. Remove the CCD module from the adhesive foil on the LCD module. Chapter 3...
Removing the Inverter Module (LCD Only) 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 98. 2. Locate the inverter module on the LCD module. 3. Remove the adhesive tape covering the power cable. 4. Remove the one (1) screw securing the inverter module to the LCD cover. Step Inverter Module M2.5*5...
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5. Remove the LVDS cable from the LCD cover guidelines. 6. Place a plastic tool under one end of the inverter module and pry upwards (1). Pull the inverter module away from the LCD cover adhesive strip(2). 7. Disconnect the power cable connector from the inverter module connector. Chapter 3...
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8. Disconnect the LVDS cable connector from the inverter module connector. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD/LED Panel 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 98. 2. Remove the four (4) screws securing the LCD panel to the LCD cover. Step LCD Brackets M2.5*5 LCD Hinges M2.5*5 3. Grasp the CCD cable protector box with a plastic tool and pull up to remove it from the LCD cover. Size Quantity Screw Type...
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4. Pull up the LVDS cable to release it from the LCD cover guidelines. 5. Remove the LCD panel from the LCD cover and lay it glass-side up on a flat, clean surface. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD Brackets 1. See “Removing the LCD/LED Panel” on page 104. 2. Remove the six (6) screws (three on each side) securing the LCD brackets to the LCD panel. Step LCD Brackets M2*3 3. Lay the LCD panel on a flat, clean surface. Pull away the brackets to separate from the LCD panel. Size Quantity Screw Type...
Removing the LVDS Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD/LED Panel” on page 104. 2. Remove the LVDS cable from the back of the panel. 3. Peel back the mylar securing the LVDS cable. 4. Disconnect the LVDS cable and remove it from the panel. Chapter 3...
Removing the Microphone Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD/LED Panel” on page 104. 2. Remove the cable bundle from the hinge channel. 3. Peel back the foil tabs and remove the microphone cable from the cable channel. 4. Lift the microphone set clear of the panel. Chapter 3...
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5. Lift the microphone set clear of the panel. Chapter 3...
Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD/LED Panel” on page 104. 2. Peel back the foil tabs securing the antenna to the LCD cover. 3. Remove the cable from the cable guides. 4. Using a flat plastic tool, pry the antenna assembly clear of the device. 5.
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas 1. Adhere the black (right side) antenna assembly to the LCD cover. 2. Run the cable along the cable channel and fold over the foil tabs to secure the cable in place. 3. Run the black (right side) antenna along the hinge channel. 4.
Replacing the Microphone Cable 1. Place the microphone assembly on the LCD cover. 2. Run the microphone cable along the cable channel outlined in red callouts. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced in the LCD Module.
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4. Replace the adhesive tape securing the microphone cable and the antenna together. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LVDS Cable 5. Place the LVDS cable onto the back of the panel. 6. Connect the LVDS cable to the panel 7. Replace the mylar to secure the LVDS cable. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Brackets 1. Replace the LCD brackets to the LCD Panel. 2. Replace the six (6) screws (three on each side) securing LCD Panel brackets to the LCD panel. Step LCD Brackets M2*3 Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
Replacing the LCD/LED Panel 1. Place the LCD Panel in the LCD cover. 2. Run the cable along the channel in the LCD module as shown. 3. Apply the adhesive strip to hold the cable in place. Chapter 3...
4. Replace the four (4) screws securing the LCD panel to the LCD cover. Step LCD Brackets M2.5*5 (top) LCD Hinges M2.5*5 Replacing the Inverter Board 1. Connect the LVDS cable connector to the inverter module connector. Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
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2. Connect the power cable connector to the inverter module connector. 3. Place the inverter module onto the LCD cover and secure one (1) screw to the LCD cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Inverter Module M2.5*5 Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Replace the bezel and press down until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD cover. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel. 2.
Main Module Assembly Procedure Replacing the DC-In Assembly 1. Place the DC-In assembly into the lower cover. 2. Place the DC-In cable into the lower cover as shown. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Module 1. Place the LCD assembly on the lower cover. 2. Secure the LCD assembly using four (4) screws. Step LCD Module M2.5*5 Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
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3. Place the black antenna cable into the cable guides. Discrete 4. Place the microphone cable into the cable guides as shown. Discrete 5. Replace the adhesive tape to secure the cable to the chassis. NOTE: This image shows the discrete model. Chapter 3...
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6. Run the white antenna cable along the cable channel as shown. 7. Continue running the black and white antenna cables along the cable channel. 8. Place the adhesive tape over the antenna cables to adhere the cables to the lower cover. Chapter 3...
9. Place the LCD module on flat, clean surface and place a protective cover over the LCD panel. Pass the black and white antenna cables through the lower cover and secure in the guides. Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket.
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2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° clockwise to secure the CPU in place. Chapter 3...
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: • Nano N302 • Honey well PCM45F-SP The following thermal pads are approved for use: •...
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4. Replace the six (6) screws (in numerical reverse order from 6 to 1) securing the thermal module to the mainboard. Step Thermal Module SCREW ASSY CPU (CPU) (red THERMAL callouts) Thermal Module M2.5*5 (VGA) (green callouts) Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
Replacing the Mainboard 1. Connect the Bluetooth cable connector to the mainboard connector. 2. Adhere the adhesive tape covering the Bluetooth cable to the mainboard connector. 3. Place a protective cover on the LCD panel and the mainboard on the protective surface. Chapter 3...
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4. Connect the DC-In power cable to the mainboard connector. 5. Place the mainboard in the chassis. Chapter 3...
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6. Replace the one (1) screw securing the mainboard to the lower cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Mainboard M2.5*5 7. Place the LVDS cable and the DC-IN cable into the cable guide. Chapter 3...
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8. Connect the LVDS cable to the mainboard. Chapter 3...
Replacing the ODD Connector Board (UMA Only) 1. Place the ODD connector board into the lower cover using the board pin. 2. Connect the ODD FFC to the mainboard and lock the connector. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Place the Bluetooth cable into the cable guides. Discrete 2. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth module. Discrete 3. Place the Bluetooth board onto the adhesive. Discrete Chapter 3...
Replacing the USB Board 1. Place the USB board in the device. NOTE: The location of the bluetooth module may vary depending on your model. 2. Secure the one (1) screw on the USB board. Step USB Board M2*3 Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
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3. Adhere the FFC to the lower cover. 4. Connect the USB cable to the mainboard and lock the connector. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Card Reader Board (Discrete Only) 1. Place the card reader board in the device. 2. Secure one (1) screw on the card reader board. Step Card Reader M2*3 Board 3. Adhere the FFC to the lower cover Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
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4. Connect the card reader cable and lock the connector. 5. Replace both pieces of adhesive tape to secure the FCC to the lower cover. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Touchpad FFC 1. Connect the touchpad FFC to the connector and lock the FFC locking latch. 2. Gently press on the FFC to adhere the cable to the upper cover 3. Replace the adhesive tape to secure the touchpad FFC. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Power Board NOTE: The power board may vary depending your model. 1. Turn the upper cover over and gently press down on the FFC to secure it to the upper cover. 2. Place the power board onto the upper cover. 3.
Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Place the speaker module onto the upper cover. 2. Place the speaker module cable into the cable guides as shown. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Place the upper cover on the lower cover as shown and apply pressure around the edges to secure the locking latches as shown. Chapter 3...
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2. Connect the power board FFC (A), microphone cable (B), speaker cable (C), and touch pad FFC (D) to the mainboard. 3. To connect and lock the power board FFC (A) to the mainboard connector. 4. Connect the microphone cable to the mainboard connector. Chapter 3...
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5. Connect the speaker cable to the mainboard connector. 6. Connect and lock the touch pad FFC to the mainboard connector. Chapter 3...
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7. Replace the seven (7) screws securing the upper cover top the lower cover. Step Upper Cover M2.5*5 8. Turn the computer over. Replace the ten (11) screws on the lower cover and four (4) screws on the battery bay. Step Upper Cover (red M2.5*8...
Replacing the HDD Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the four (4) screws (two each side) to secure the carrier. Step HDD Carrier M3*3 3. Insert the HDD module, as indicated and lower it into place. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
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4. Slide the HDD module in the direction of the arrow to connect the interface. Chapter 3...
Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the module. Step WLAN Module M2*3 Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
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3. Connect the two (2) antenna cables to the module. NOTE: Cable placement is black to the MAIN terminal (closest to the front edge of the computer) and white to the AUX terminal (closest to the rear edge of the computer). Chapter 3...
Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place. 3. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Chapter 3...
Replacing the 3G Cover (Discrete Only) 1. Line up the left edge of the 3G cover with the device, before replacing completely. 2. Replace one (1) screw on the 3G Cover. Step 3G Cover M2.5*8 Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
Replacing the Lower Logic Door 1. Replace the lower logic door by first lining up the bottom edge and lowering the door into place. 2. Secure two (2) screws on the lower logic door. Step Logic lower door M2.5*8 Chapter 3 Size Quantity Screw Type...
Replacing the ODD Module 1. Press the bezel into the tray, bottom edge first, to secure it to the ODD module. 2. Place the bracket on the ODD module. 3. Secure the ODD bracket with the two (2) screws. Step ODD Bracket M2*3 Size...
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4. Push the ODD module into the ODD bay until it is flush with the casing. 5. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Module M2.5*8 Chapter 3...
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the keyboard face down on the palm rest. 2. Connect the keyboard FFC to the mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 3. Replace the keyboard by first lining up the bottom edge. Press down firmly to lock. Chapter 3...
Replacing the SD Dummy Card 1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot as shown. 2. Push until the card clicks into place and is flush with the casing. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place. Chapter 3...
Common Problems Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 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.
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 FRU: 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.
Reseat the memory modules. Remove the drives (see “Disassembly Process” on page 49). If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 279. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer.
LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRU: Internal 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 FRU: Chapter 4...
Touch Pad Failure If the Touch Pad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 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 FRU: Chapter 4...
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.
Microphone Record Failure If the Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
USB Failure (Right side) If the USB (right side) fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Chapter 4...
HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Disconnect all external devices. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer.
ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty: •...
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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.
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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.
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 FRU: Bluetooth Function Test Failure If Bluetooth fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Chapter 4...
2 in 1 card Function Test Failure If the 2 in 1 card fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 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 FRU.
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.
Other Failures If the CRT Switch, Dock, LAN Port, external MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Check Drive whether is OK. Check Test Fixture is ok.
Issue” on page 160.): 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 •...
Post Codes These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Post Code Range Phase PostBDS InsydeH2ODDT™ Reserve OEM Reserve Reserved SEC Phase POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) SEC_SYSTEM_POWER_ON SEC_BEFORE_MICROCODE_PATCH SEC_AFTER_MICROCODE_PATCH SEC_ACCESS_CSR SEC_GENERIC_MSRINIT SEC_CPU_SPEEDCFG SEC_SETUP_CAR_OK SEC_FORCE_MAX_RATIO SEC_GO_TO_SECSTARTUP SEC_GO_TO_PEICORE Chapter 4...
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Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) S3_MEMORY_CALLBACK S3_ENTER_S3_RESUME_PEIM S3_BEFORE_ACPI_BOOT_SCRIPT S3_BEFORE_RUNTIME_BOOT_SCRIPT S3_BEFORE_RELOCATE_SMM_BASE S3_BEFORE_MP_INIT S3_BEFORE_RESTORE_ACPI_CALLBACK S3_AFTER_RESTORE_ACPI_CALLBACK S3_GO_TO_FACS_WAKING_VECTOR Chapter 4 Post Phase Description Code Set cache for physical memory during S3 resume Start to restore system con- figuration Restore system configura- tion stage1 Restore system configura- tion stage2 Relocate SMM BASE dur- ing S3 resume...
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ACPI Functions POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) ASL_ENTER_S1 ASL_ENTER_S3 ASL_ENTER_S4 ASL_ENTER_S5 ASL_WAKEUP_S1 ASL_WAKEUP_S3 ASL_WAKEUP_S4 SMM Functions POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) SMM_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE SMM_SMM_PLATFORM_INIT SMM_ACPI_ENABLE_START SMM_ACPI_ENABLE_END SMM_S1_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_S3_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_S4_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_S5_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_ACPI_DISABLE_START SMM_ACPI_DISABLE_END InsydeH2ODDT Debugger POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) Used by Insyde debugger...
Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item Description JLED1 Connect to Powerboard (FFC) JLVDS1 Connect to LED / CCFL Connector JSPK1 Connect to Left Speaker JMIC2 Connect to internal MIC JKB1 Connect to Keyboard JODD1 Connect to ODD board (FFC) Chapter 1 Item Description...
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Discrete (nVidia) Item Description JLVDS1 Connect to LED / CCFL Panel JSPK2 Connect to Left Speaker LED2/ Battery Charging Indicator LED4 JKB1 Connect to Keyboard JTP1 Connect to Touch pad (FFC) JUSB2 Connect to Power USB Board Item JCR1 JLED1 JLED2 SW2/SW3 LED1/LED3...
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Discrete (ATI) Item Description JLVDS1 Connect to LED / CCFL Panel JSPK2 Connect to Left Speaker JKB1 Connect to Keyboard JTP1 Connect to Touch pad (FFC) JUSB2 Connect to Power USB Board JCR1 Connect Card Reader Board (FFC) Chapter 1 Item JLED1 JLED2...
Discrete (ATI) ITEM JUSB1/JUSB2 Power Board Item Description LED1 PEW71/91 ON/OFF LED LED2 PEW71/91 MEDIA LED DESCRIPTION USB Connector BOTTOM Item Description LED3 PEW71/91 WLAN LED PEW71/91 Power BTN Chapter 1...
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Discrete (nVidia) Item Description LED1 PEW71/91 ON/OFF LED LED4 PEW71/91 MEDIA LED LED6 PEW51 MEDIA LED LED10 PEW71/91 WLAN LED Chapter 1 Item Description LED11 PEW51 Power LED LED12 PEW51 WLAN LED PEW71/91 Power BTN...
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Discrete (ATI) Item Description LED1 PEW71/91 ON/OFF LED LED4 PEW71/81/91 MEDIA LED LED6 PEW51 MEDIA LED PEW71/91 Power BTN Item Description LED10 PEW71/91 WLAN LED LED11 PEW51 Power LED LED12 PEW51 WLAN LED Chapter 1...
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provides you with the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for the Aspire 5741/5741G. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery. Clearing Password Check Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, BIOS will ask...
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.
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.
LED Assembly Description CAMERA 1.3M LED BRACKET L LCD BEZEL FOR W/ CMOS LED LCD Acer P/N 57.R4F02.001 LED CABLE FOR W/ CMOS 33.R4F02.004 LED BRACKET R 60.R4F02.005 LED COVER LK.15606.009 Description Acer P/N 50.R4F02.009 33.R4F02.004 60.R4F02.004 Chapter 1...
Aspire FRU List Category ADAPTER BATTERY BOARD Chapter 1 Description 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 LITE-ON 90W 19V 1.7X5.5X11 BLUE PA- 1900-34AR, LV5 LED LF ADAPTER HIPRO 90W 19V 1.7X5.5X11 BLUE HP-...
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Category CABLE Description CARD READER BOARD-DIS USB BOARD-UMA USB BOARD-DIS ODD BOARD-UMA FOXCONN WIRELESS LAN BROADCOMM 43225 2X2 BGN (HM) T77H103.00 FOXCONN WIRELESS LAN ATHEROS HB97 2X2 BGN (HM) FOXCONN WIRELESS LAN ATHEROS HB97 2X2 BGN (HM) FOXCONN WIRELSS LAN ATHEROS HB95BG (HM) T77H121.10 FOXCONN WIRELESS LAN BROADCOM 4312H BG (HM)
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Category CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY Chapter 1 Description POWER CORD US 3 PIN POWER CORD EU 3 PIN POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN POWER CORD UK 3 PIN POWER CORD CHINA 3 PIN POWER CORD SWISS 3 PIN POWER CORD ITALIAN 3 PIN POWER CORD DENMARK 3 PIN POWER CORD JP 3 PIN POWER CORD SOUTH AFRICA 3 PIN...
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Category CPU/PROCESSOR Description HDD CARRIER-DIS CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE P6100 PGA 2.0G 35W K0 MAX DDR3-1066 CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE P6200 PGA 2.13G 35W K0 MAX DDR3-1066 CPU INTEL CORE I3 350M PGA 2.26G 35W ARRANDALE, TJ90, VT, 3M L3 CPU INTEL CORE I3 370M PGA 2.4G 35W K-0 TJ90, CPU INTEL CORE I3 380M PGA 2.53G 35W K-0 TJ90, VT...
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Category HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE Chapter 1 Description HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400RPM 160GB ST9160314AS,9HH13C-189, SEAGATE(NEW PCB) SATA 8MB LF F/W:0001SDM1 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 160GB WD1600BEVT- 22A23T0, WD, ML320S SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01 HDD SEAGATE 2.5"...
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Category KEYBOARD Description Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17 Standard 103KS Black US International Texture Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17 Standard 103KS Black Greek Texture Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17 Standard 103KS Black Arabic Texture Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17...
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Category BD COMBO DRIVE DVD RW DRIVE Chapter 1 Description Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black SLO/CRO Texture Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black CZ/SK Texture Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17 Standard 104KS Black Brazilian Portuguese Texture...
Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 5742/5742G Model AS5742G- EMEA Russia 352G25Micc AS5742G- EMEA Russia 352G25Micc AS5742G- EMEA Russia 352G25Mncc AS5742G- Vietnam 352G32Mnkk AS5742G- 352G32Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA Turkey 353G32Mncc AS5742G- 353G32Mncc AS5742G- 354G32Mncc AS5742G- Australia/ 354G50Mnkk New Zealand AS5742G- Australia/ 354G50Mnkk...
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356G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 372G25Mncc AS5742G- CHINA 372G32Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 372G32Mncc AS5742G- 372G32Mncc AS5742G- CHINA 372G32Mnkk AS5742G- 372G32Mnkk Country Acer Part No Belgium LX.R5202.004 Germany LX.R5202.016 Holland LX.R5202.006 Luxembourg LX.R5202.005 Australia/ LX.R5302.031 New Zealand Australia/ LX.R5202.014 New Zealand Turkey LX.R5401.001 China LX.R5C01.002...
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373G32Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 373G32Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 373G50Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 373G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 374G32Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 374G32Mncc Chapter 1 Country Acer Part No China LX.R5D01.002 Vietnam LX.R540C.003 GCTWN LX.R5302.001 Vietnam LX.R520C.003 Russia LX.R5402.006 Russia LX.R5201.001 Denmark LX.R5202.002 Turkey LX.R5301.004 Poland LX.R5402.003 Turkey LX.R5301.005...
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374G50Mikk AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mncc Country Acer Part No Denmark LX.R5202.012 Germany LX.R5302.007 Italy LX.R5202.008 Middle East LX.R520C.005 Turkey LX.R5301.006 Middle East LX.R560C.001 Russia LX.R5301.001 France LX.R5402.002 Middle East LX.R5402.001...
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AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 374G50Mnrr Chapter 1 Country Acer Part No Denmark LX.R5202.003 Denmark LX.R5302.020 France LX.R5202.013 Germany LX.R5202.018 Middle East LX.R5202.001 Middle East LX.R5302.008 South Africa LX.R5202.019 Switzerland LX.R5202.011 Turkey LX.R5301.010...
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374G75Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 374G75Mnrr AS5742G- 378G75Mnrr AS5742G- CHINA 5462G32Mncc AS5742G- EMEA 5462G32Mncc AS5742G- CHINA 5462G32Mnkk Country Acer Part No Middle East LX.R5602.001 Middle East LX.R5D02.001 Spain LX.R5602.003 Korea LX.R5302.024 S2.R5602.001 Middle East LX.R5C02.003 Middle East LX.R5302.009 Switzerland LX.R5202.010 Middle East LX.R5D02.002...
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AS5742G- EMEA 5464G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G50Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G50Mnrr AS5742G- EMEA 5464G50Mnrr AS5742G- 5464G64Bnkk Country Acer Part No Australia/ LX.R5302.004 New Zealand Czech LX.R5202.017 Denmark LX.R5302.021 France LX.R5302.022 Germany LX.R5302.027 Middle East LX.R520C.006 Turkey LX.R5302.016 Turkey LX.R5302.023 LX.R5302.013...
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5464G64Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G64Mnkk AS5742G- 5464G64Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G64Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G64Mnkk AS5742G- EMEA 5464G64Mnkk Chapter 1 Country Acer Part No Germany LX.R5302.028 Middle East LX.R5C0C.001 Spain LX.R5C02.009 Australia/ LX.R5302.005 New Zealand Belgium LX.R5302.010 Czech LX.R5302.030 Holland LX.R5302.012 Italy LX.R5202.009 Italy LX.R5302.014...
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AS5742G- Russia 352G25Micc AS5742G- Russia 352G25Micc AS5742G- Russia 352G25Mncc AS5742G- Vietnam 352G32Mnkk AS5742G- 352G32Mnkk AS5742G- Turkey 353G32Mncc Country Acer Part No Middle East LX.R5D0C.001 Czech LX.R5302.029 Italy LX.R5302.032 Turkey LX.R5302.017 Turkey LX.R5302.018 Turkey LX.R5302.019 S2.R530C.001 Korea LX.R5302.025 Korea LX.R5C02.001 Acer...
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Vietnam 372G50Mncc AS5742G- GCTWN 372G50Mnkk AS5742G- Vietnam 372G50Mnkk AS5742G- Russia 373G32Micc AS5742G- Russia 373G32Mikk AS5742G- Denmark 373G32Mnkk Chapter 1 Acer BOM Name Part No S2.R54 AS5742G_PARK 0C.001 _XT512Ccc_3V3 S2.R5C AS5742G_N11P 02.001 GE1GBCcc_3V3 LX.R52 AS5742G_PARK 02.015 _XT512Ckk_3V3 LX.R53 AS5742G_N11P 02.002 GE1GBCkk_3V3 LX.R52...
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Denmark 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- France 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- Germany 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- Middle East 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- Middle East 374G50Mnkk AS5742G- South Africa 374G50Mnkk Acer BOM Name Part No LX.R53 AS5742G_N11P 01.004 GE1GBCkk_3V3 LX.R54 AS5742G_PARK 02.003 _XT512Ccc_3V3 LX.R53 AS5742G_N11P 01.005 GE1GBCkk_3V3 LX.R54 AS5742G_PARK 0C.004 _XT512Ccc_3V3 LX.R5C...
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AS5742G- Korea 5564G75Mncc Model Country AS5742G- Russia 352G25Micc AS5742G- Russia 352G25Micc AS5742G- Russia 352G25Mncc AS5742G- Vietnam 352G32Mnkk Chapter 1 Acer BOM Name Part No LX.R53 AS5742G_N11P 02.030 GE1GBCkk_3V3 LX.R53 AS5742G_N11P 02.012 GE1GBCkk_3V3 LX.R52 AS5742G_PARK 02.009 _XT512Ckk_3V3 LX.R53 AS5742G_N11P 02.014 GE1GBCkk_3V3 LX.R53...
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 Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
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.
AFLASH Utility Battery Replacing Battery Pack Removing 31–39 BIOS Utility Advanced Boot Exit Navigating Onboard Device Configuration Power Save and Exit Security System Security Board Layout Top View Camera Module Removing Common Problems computer on indicator Removing DIMM Modules Replacing Display EasyTouch Failure External Module Disassembly...
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No Display Issue ODD Failure Online Support Information Optical Disk Drive 153, 154 Replacing Panel PC Card Power On Failure Replacing Right Speaker Module Removing Replacing SD Dummy Card Removing Replacing Speaker Module Replacing Speakers Removing System Block Diagram Test Compatible Components Thermal Module Removing Replacing...