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Acer Veriton S2720G Lifecycle Extension Manual

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Veriton S2720G Desktop Computer
Lifecycle Extension Guide
VS2720G Lifecycle Extension Guide V1.00
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  • Page 1 Veriton S2720G Desktop Computer Lifecycle Extension Guide VS2720G Lifecycle Extension Guide V1.00 20231129...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Self-Repair ............................3 Disassembly Procedures ........................5 Troubleshooting ..........................44 Exploded Diagrams ......................... 47 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List ..................... 48 To remove your personal data ......................49...

  • 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: Updating The System Bios

    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: Disassembly Procedures

    Disassembly Procedures ⚫ Safety Guidelines This chapter contains step by step procedures on how to remove and de-install components from the computer. Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your personal safety. Each procedure included in this chapter assumes that you are preparing your computer for recycling and disposal. By performing any of these procedures you acknowledge that any remaining warranty applicable to your computer will be voided.
  • Page 6 ⚫ 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 7 Chassis Door Removal 1. Remove the Left Side Panel 1.1. Remove the two screws securing the left side panel to the chassis. 1.2. Slide the side panel toward the back of the chassis until the tabs on the side panel disengage with the slots on the chassis.

  • Page 8: Odd Module Removal

    ODD Module Removal 2. Remove the ODD 2.1. Release the cables from the cable tie that secures them to the chassis. 2.2. Disconnect the power and data cables from the ODD module.
  • Page 9 2.3. Press the retaining latch (1) and slide the ODD module out of the chassis (2). 2.4. Remove the two screws securing the rear and side brackets to the ODD.
  • Page 10 2.5. Detach the rear and side brackets from the ODD. 2.6. Force eject the ODD tray by inserting a thin metal object into the ODD emergency eject hole.
  • Page 11 2.7. Disengage the latch securing the ODD bezel to the ODD tray and detach the bezel from the ODD module...
  • Page 12 3.5-inch HDD Removal 3. Remove the 3.5-inch HDD 3.1. Disconnect the power and data cable from the HDD module. 3.2. Remove the two screws securing the HDD bracket to the chassis.
  • Page 13 3.3. Slide the HDD carrier out of the bracket. 3.4. Remove the four screws securing the HDD to the HDD bracket.
  • Page 14 3.5. Slide the HDD out of the HDD bracket.
  • Page 15 2.5-inch HDD Removal 4. Remove the 2.5-inch HDD 4.1. Disconnect the power and data cable from the HDD module. 4.2. Remove the two screws securing the HDD to the chassis.
  • Page 16 4.3. Slide the HDD out of the chassis.
  • Page 17 HDD/ODD Bracket Removal 5. Remove the HDD/ODD bracket 5.1. Remove the five screws securing the HDD/ODD bracket to the chassis. 5.2. Detach the HDD/ODD bracket from the chassis.

  • Page 18: Expansion Board Removal

    Expansion Board Removal 6. Remove the Expansion Board 6.1. Remove the screw securing the expansion board bracket to the chassis. 6.2. Unlatch the metal clip securing the expansion board bracket to the chassis.
  • Page 19 6.3. Remove the PCIe x16 expansion board (VGA card) from its slot. Note: WEEE Annex VII component. A circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of detached circuit boards.

  • Page 20: Thermal Module Removal

    Thermal Module Removal WARNING: The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is on. Wait for the heatsink to cool off before proceeding with below steps. 7. Remove the Thermal Module 7.1. Disconnect the heatsink fan cable from the mainboard. 7.2.
  • Page 21 7.3. Remove the thermal module.

  • Page 22: Cpu Removal

    CPU Removal IMPORTANT: Before removing the CPU from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup file of all important data. WARNING: The CPU becomes very hot when the system is on. Allow it to cool off first before handling. 8.
  • Page 23 8.3. Open the CPU cover plate. 8.4. Lift the CPU from the socket. Note: WEEE Annex VII component. A circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of detached circuit boards.

  • Page 24: Memory Module Removal

    Memory Module Removal 9. Remove the Memory modules 9.1. Press outward the holding clips on both sides of the DIMM slot to release the DIMM (1), then gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the mainboard (2). Note: WEEE Annex VII component. A circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above.
  • Page 25 SSD Module Removal 10. Remove the SSD module 10.1. Remove the screw securing the SSD module to the mainboard. 10.2. Remove the SSD module from the mainboard. Note: WEEE Annex VII component. A circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above.
  • Page 26 10.3. Detach the thermal pad from the mainboard.

  • Page 27: Wlan Module Removal

    WLAN Module Removal 11. Remove the WLAN module 11.1. Remove the adhesive tape that secures the WLAN antenna cables to the mainboard. 11.2. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables from the WLAN module. NOTE: For reference during machine reassembly, note which cable color corresponds to the main and auxiliary connectors.
  • Page 28 11.3. Remove the screw securing the WLAN module to the mainboard. 11.4. Remove the WLAN module from the mainboard. Note: WEEE Annex VII component. A circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of detached circuit boards.
  • Page 29 HDD and ODD Power and Data Cable Removal 12. Remove the HDD and ODD Power and Data Cables 12.1. Disconnect and remove the HDD and ODD power and data cables from the mainboard.

  • Page 30: Speaker Removal

    Speaker Removal 13. Remove the Speaker 13.1. Release the cables from the plastic clips that secure them to the chassis. 13.2. Disconnect the speaker cable from the mainboard.
  • Page 31 13.3. Remove the adhesive tape that secures the WLAN antenna cables to the speaker. 13.4. Remove the screw securing the speaker to the chassis.
  • Page 32 13.5. Detach the speaker from the chassis.
  • Page 33 COM Port Cable Removal 14. Remove the COM port cable 14.1. Disconnect the COM port cable from the mainboard. 14.2. Remove the two screws securing the COM port cable to the chassis.
  • Page 34 14.3. Detach the COM port cable from the chassis.
  • Page 35 Parallel Port Cable Removal 15. Remove the Parallel port cable 15.1. Disconnect the Parallel port cable from the mainboard. 15.2. Remove the two screws securing the Parallel port cable to the chassis.
  • Page 36 15.3. Detach the Parallel port cable from the chassis.
  • Page 37 PSU Removal 16. Remove the Power Supply Unit 16.1. Disconnect the power supply cables from the mainboard. 16.2. Remove the three screws securing the rear end of the power supply module to the chassis.
  • Page 38 16.3. Remove the screw securing the front end of the power supply module to the chassis. 16.4. Pull out the power supply from the chassis.
  • Page 39 Front I/O Assembly Backet 17. Remove the front I/O bracket 17.1. Remove the two screws securing the front I/O bracket to the chassis. 17.2. Detach the bracket from the chassis.

  • Page 40: Mainboard Removal

    Mainboard Removal 18. Remove the Mainboard 18.1. Disconnect the power button/LED cable from the mainboard. 18.2. Remove the two screws securing the VGA cover to the VGA connector.
  • Page 41 18.3. Detach the VGA cover from the VGA connector. 18.4. Remove the six screws securing the mainboard to the chassis.
  • Page 42 18.5. Slide the mainboard towards the front of the system to disengage the ports from the rear I/O bracket. 18.6. Gently lift the mainboard off the chassis. Note: WEEE Annex VII component. A circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above.

  • Page 43: Rtc Battery Removal

    RTC Battery Removal 19. Remove the RTC battery 19.1. Gently push the RTC battery sideways (1), then lift it off the mainboard (2). Note: WEEE Annex VII component. The RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of used batteries. Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting information for the Veriton S2720G Desktop Computer 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 45: Post Error Messages List

    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 46 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 current configuration with a set of BIOS defaults designed for the most stable, minimal- performance system operations.

  • Page 47: Exploded Diagrams

    Exploded Diagrams Figure 1 System Exploded Diagram...

  • Page 48: 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 49: To Remove Your Personal Data

    To remove your personal data • Option 1: Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Recovery. Under Reset this PC, select Get started. Open Recovery settings. • Option 2: Restart your PC to get to the sign-in screen, then press and hold down the Shift key while you select the Power icon >...

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