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AndreyR Nitro N50-656
Lifecycle Extension Guide
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  • Page 1 AndreyR Nitro N50-656 Lifecycle Extension Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Self-Repair ..............................3 Disassembly Procedure ........................... 6 Troubleshooting ............................. 16 Exploded Diagrams ..........................19 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List ......................21 To remove your personal data ......................22...
  • Page 3: Self-Repair

    NOTE: Do not attempt to replace other components than those listed above. NOTE: For replacement parts, always use only Acer certified components in order to safeguard quality, optimum system performance, stability and reliability of the product. NOTE: Any damage to the product that occur during self-repair, or which has occurred as a result of a careless or unsuccessful self-repair attempt, is not covered by the standard product warranty.
  • Page 4 Upgrading the system BIOS incorrectly, or intermittence of the system BIOS update process could harm the product. NOTE: System BIOS upgrades or downgrades, if not performed by an Acer Service Center or authorized Service Partner, are at own risk. Updating the Drivers: Run Windows Update in order to get the latest drivers from Acer: •...
  • Page 5 NOTE: In the event of not being able to create a Factory Default recovery media, it is possible to obtain a copy of the recovery media through Acer Customer Service (http://www.acer.com/support). This is not a free of charge service.
  • Page 6: Disassembly Procedure

    Disassembly Procedure Safety Guidelines This chapter contains step by step procedures on how to remove and de-install components from the computer. Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your personal safety. Each procedure included in this chapter assumes that you are preparing your computer for recycling and disposal. By performing any of these procedures you acknowledge that any remaining warranty applicable to your computer will be voided.
  • Page 7 WEEE Annex VII Component These components are classified as requiring selective treatment. Pre-disassembly Instructions Do the following prior to starting any maintenance procedures: Place the system on a stable work surface. Remove AC power cord from the system and peripherals Remove all cables from the system.
  • Page 8 Chassis Door Removal 1. Remove the chassis door 1.1 Remove the two screws 1.2 Remove the left side cover...
  • Page 9 HDD Removal 2. Remove HDD 2.1 Disconnect the HDD power and SATA cables from HDD 2.2 Pull black rack out from HDD cage and take it off 2.3 Remove HDD from black rack NOTE: HDD has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows.
  • Page 10 VGA card Removal 3. Remove VGA Card 3.1 Disconnect VGA power-cable 3.2 Remove the screws that secure the Graphic boards to the chassis 3.3 Open the PCI cover...
  • Page 11 3.4 Push the PCI slot latch & Disconnect PCI Card Hook 3.5 Remove the VGA from MB NOTE: VGA card has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component.
  • Page 12 PSU Removal 4. Remove internal PSU 4.1 Disconnect PSU cable 4.2 Remove four screws of PSU 4.3 Cut the cable tie, and take out the PSU from chassis NOTE: PSU MB/PSU FAN/PSU CAPACITOR have been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows.
  • Page 13 Motherboard, MEM, CPU, Cooler, WLAN, SSD, RTC Battery Removal 5. Remove the Main Board 5.1 Remove these six screws from MB then take out MB from chassis NOTE: Circuit boards >10 cm² has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. Please detach the Circuit boards and follow local regulations for disposal.
  • Page 14 5.4 Unlock CPU socket latch and remove CPU NOTE: CPU has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component. 5.5 Remove a screw fastening the M.2 SSD and pull it out of slot MB M2_3 location MB M2_2 location NOTE: SSD has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows.
  • Page 15 5.6 Remove the screw and WLAN cover, and WLAN card from MB NOTE: WLAN card has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component. 5.7 Remove the battery from MB NOTE: RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting information for the N50-656 Service Guide Power-On Self-Test (POST)  POST Error Messages List  Power-On Self-Test (POST) Each time you turn on the system, the Power-on Self Test (POST) is initiated. Several items are tested during POST, but for the most part transparent to the user.
  • Page 17 POST Error Messages List If you cannot run the diagnostics program tests but did receive a POST error message, use “POST Error Messages List "to diagnose system problems. If you did not receive any error message, look for a description of your error symptoms in “Error Symptoms List”.
  • Page 18 BIOS Messages Action/FRU Memory Test: This message displays during a full memory test, counting down the memory areas being tested. Memory test fail If POST detects an error during memory testing, additional information appears giving specifics about the type and location of the memory error. Override enabled - If the system cannot boot using the current CMOS configuration, the BIOS can override the Defaults loaded...
  • Page 19: Exploded Diagrams

    Exploded Diagrams Figure 1 System Exploded Diagram...
  • Page 20 Description Item Description Item Side Light bar Front cover PCI gasket (1.0*6.0*90mm) Left rubber of front cover SGCC MB bracket 2 Right rubber of front cover SGCC rear plate Front main bezel PCI cover Red light cover Left side cover Silver light trim #6-32*5mm screw Right double-sided adhesive...
  • Page 21: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Please contact your local service center to find out how to obtain the part or replace your device...
  • Page 22: To Remove Your Personal Data

    To remove your personal data Whichever option chosen, you are then asked if you want to keep your files or delete everything. To delete your files select Remove Everything, click Next, then click Reset. Option 1: Select Start > Settings >...

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