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PO5-650
Lifecycle Extension Guide
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  • Page 1 PO5-650 Lifecycle Extension Guide...
  • Page 2 Self-Repair ............................3 Disassembly Procedure ........................6 Troubleshooting ..........................17 Exploded Diagrams ........................20 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List ....................22 To remove your personal data....................... 23...
  • Page 3 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 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: 1. Place the system on a stable work surface. 2. Remove AC power cord from the system and peripherals 3.
  • Page 8 Chassis Door Removal Remove the chassis door 1.1 Remove the two screws fixed in the left side-cover 1.2 Remove the left and right side-cover from chassis...
  • Page 9 1.3 Remove the two screws fixed in the right side-cover...
  • Page 10 HDD Removal Remove HDD 2.1 Pull black rack out from HDD cage and take it off 2.2 Remove the hard drives from the rack NOTE: HDD has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component.
  • Page 11 VGA card Removal Remove VGA Card 3.1 Remove CPU fan cable and CPU fan ARGB cable. 3.2 Remove four screws for CPU cooler fan. 3.3 Remove four screws for CPU cooler...
  • Page 12 Disconnect the power cables from the Graphic board and remove the screws that secure the Graphic boards to the chassis. 3.5 Release the latch that secures the graphic board to the mainboard. 3.6 Detach the Graphic board from the PCIe x16 slot. NOTE: VGA card has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows.
  • Page 13 PSU Removal Remove PSU 4.1 Remove the screws fixed in the rear chassis 4.2 Remove the screws fixed in the chassis and take out the power-supply NOTE: PSU MB/PSU FAN/PSU CAPACITOR have been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows.
  • Page 14 Motherboard, MEM, CPU, WLAN, SSD, RTC Battery Removal Remove the Main Board 5.1 Remove tapes to release the antenna 5.2 Disconnect the screws and remove the MB 5.3 Release the four latch show bellow then remove the Memory NOTE: MEMORY has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows.
  • Page 15 5.4 Remove the CPU NOTE: CPU has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component. 5.5 Remove M.2 SSD ( M2_2 ) NOTE: SSD has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component.
  • Page 16 5.7 Remove M.2 WLAN card NOTE: M.2 WLAN card has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. WEEE Annex VII component. 5.8 Remove the battery NOTE: RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Please detach the RTC battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
  • Page 17 Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting information for the PO5-650 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 18 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 19 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 20 Exploded Diagrams Figure 1 System Exploded Diagram...
  • Page 21 Item Description Item Description Top side system cover PSU hold bracket 3.5” HDD Tool less plastic Right side system cover Top bracket cover Screw .F UNC.#6-32*5mm( Black) Left side system cover Screw .H UNC.#6-32*5mm Front Bezel assembly Screw .H UNC.#6-32*5mm ( Black) Main Chassis assembly Screw .H UNC.#6-32*5mm ( Black) FIO bracket...
  • Page 22 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Please contact your local service center to find out how to obtain the part or replace your device...
  • Page 23 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 >...