1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Acer Manuals
  4. Laptop
  5. Aspire 4520
  6. Service manual

Acer Aspire 4520 Service Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Aspire 4520:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: User Manual
Aspire 4520/4220/4520G/4220G 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

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Acer Aspire 4520

Summary of Contents for Acer Aspire 4520

  • Page 1 Aspire 4520/4220/4520G/4220G 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 4520/4220/4520G/4220Go 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: Denotes actual messages that appear SCREEN MESSAGES on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING 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: System Specifications

    Display and graphics 14.1” WXGA & WXGAG TFT LCD, up to and including 1920 x 1440 pixel resolution 16 ms typical of/off and 8 ms average gray-to-gray response time Simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer Vista supported Dual independent display Integrated GeForce 7 Series Shader model 3.0 DirectX 9 graphics processor featuring a shader ®...
  • Page 8 Input devices 88/89-key keyboard with 101/102 key emulation Touchpad with 4-way scroll button Six Media keys Communication Acer Video Conference, featuring Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer ® OrbiCam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam 0.3 megapixel CMOS camera, featuring:...
  • Page 9 External display (VGA) port S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Headphones/speaker/line-out port with S/PDIF support Microphone-in jack Line-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adaptor Chapter 1...
  • Page 10 Environment Temperature: Operating: 5ºC to 35ºC Non-operating: -20ºC to 65ºC Humidity (non-condensing): Operating: 20%~80% Non-operating: 20%~80% Chapter 1...

  • Page 11: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram MONO SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM TV-OUT VCORE(ISL6262A) +2.5V/ +1.25VM/ +1.25V/ +1.5V SMDDR_VREF/ SMDDR_VTERM TFT LCD Panel AMD S1g1 CPU Fan WXGA Thermal Sensor 5V/3.3V (TPS51120) VGA-Core (MAX 1993) uFCPGA638 +1.2V Turion 64 Dual-Core/ DDRII Sempron Single-Core Dual Channel DDR2 DISCHARGE BATTERY SELECT SO-DIMM 0...

  • Page 12: Board Layout

    Board Layout Top View 9 10 LED3 HDD LED CN13 Card Bus Socket LED4 Num Lock LED Winbond Keyboard Controller LED5 Caps Lock LED LED6 Power LED LED7 Battery LED LCD Connector Left Click Button Switch Left Scroll Button Switch Speaker Connector Up Scroll Button Switch CN10...

  • Page 13: Bottom View

    Bottom View CN18 VGA Jack CN26 CN27 USB Connecto CN19 Battery Connector CN24 CN20 S-Video Connector CN28 USB Connecto CN23 Wireless LAN Card Connector CN29 Optical Disk Drive Connector CN22 IEEE 1394 Connector CN30 SATA HDD Connector North Bridge Audio Codec CPU Socket CN32 5-in-1 Card Reader...

  • Page 14: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new Aspire computer. Front View Icon Item Description Built-in camera 0.3 megapixel web camera for video communication. Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer’s...

  • Page 15: Closed Front View

    Wireless communication Enables/disables the wireless function. button/indicator Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 4-way scroll button To scroll up, down, left, and right. Click buttons (left and The left and right buttons function like the right)

  • Page 16: Left View

    Headphones/speaker/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., line-out jack with S/PDIF speakers, headphones). support Volume control Increases and decreases the volume. Left View Icon Item Description External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). S-video/TV-out (NTSC/ Connects to a television or display device PAL) port...

  • Page 17: Right View

    Right View Icon Item Description Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model). Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active. indicator Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive. button Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the...

  • Page 18: Base View

    Base view Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. cooling fan Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
  • Page 19 Icon Function Description Icon Function Description Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is active. Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Cap lock Lights when Cap Lock is activated Power Lights up when the computer is on. Battery Lights up when the battery is being charged.

  • Page 20: Touchpad Basics

    Press “ “ to run the 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.
  • Page 21 Function Left Button (1) Right Button (4) Main touchpad (2) Fingerprinter (3) Execute Click twice quickly Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking the mouse button) Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold, then Tap twice (at the use finger on the same speed as touchpad to drag...

  • Page 22: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, one Windows key and twelve function keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Key Description Caps Lock...

  • Page 23: Hot Keys

    Description <Fn>+<F1> Hot key help Displays help on hot keys. <Fn>+<F2> Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. <Fn>+<F3> Acer ePower Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. See “Acer Empowering Technology” on page 19.

  • Page 24: Special Key

    Hot Key Icon Function Description <Fn>+<F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. <Fn>+<F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. <Fn>+<F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

  • Page 25: Acer Empowering Technology

    To access this utility, either click on the “Acer eNet Management” icon on your notebook, or start the program from the Start menu. You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC.
  • Page 26 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.

  • Page 27: Acer Epower Management

    Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. AC Mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is “Maximum Performance.” You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire (1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported.

  • Page 28: Acer Epresentation Management

    For additional power options, click “More Power option”. Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer’s display to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5. If auto-detection hardware is implemented in the system, your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system.

  • Page 29: Acer Edatasecurity Management

    Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Page 30 Chapter 1...

  • Page 31: Acer Elock Management

    Interfaces - includes serial ports, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bluetooth. To activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain locked after rebooting, until unlocked.

  • Page 32: Acer Erecovery Management

    Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system’s HDD. User-created backups are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: Password protection.

  • Page 33: Acer Esettings Management

    Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eSettings Management also: Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating.
  • Page 34 The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any instant messenger (IM) application. To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. You can now broadcast from your location to an IM partner anywhere in the world.

  • Page 35: Using The System Utilities

    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. Start All Programs...
  • Page 36 NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Note: Note: Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons (see their locations mentioned in “Easy- "Easy-launch buttons" on page 24 Launch Buttons”).

  • Page 37: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Block, PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification, USB1.1/2.0, IEEE 1394 1.0, USB/1394 CD-ROM Boot Up support, PC Card 95 (PCMCIA 3.0 Compliant Device), Acer WMI, Acer LED, Acer VRAM, Acer MDA 2007 requirements, WfM 2.0, PXE (Preboot Execution Environment), BIS 1.0 (Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface),...
  • Page 38 System Memory Item Specification Memory controller ® Built-in Intel PM965 Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory) DIMM socket number 2 sockets Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size 4GB (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) Supports DIMM type DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM Supports DIMM Speed 533/667 MHz Supports DIMM voltage...
  • Page 39 LAN Interface Item Specification Chipset Realtek RTL8211B PHY Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Ethernet Giga LAN LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side Features Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver S5 Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI v1.1 68pin-QFN package Modem Interface Item...
  • Page 40 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Drive Format Disks Spindle speed 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size 2048KB 8192KB 8192KB Interface ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6 Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer 100 MB/Sec. 100 MB/Sec.
  • Page 41 Audio Interface Item Specification Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 18 bit stereo full duplex Compatibility HD audio Interface; S/PDIF output for PCM or AC-3 content Sampling rate 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHZ sample rate Internal microphone Internal speaker / Quantity Yes/2(1.5W speakers) Supports PnP DMA channel DMA channel 0 DMA channel 1 Supports PnP IRQ...
  • Page 42 Keyboard Item Specification Total number of keypads 88-/89-key Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes simultaneously Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name BATTERY PACK SANYO LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0/2.4, 2000MAH/2400MAH BATTERY PACK SONY LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0/2.4, 2000MAH/2400MAH BATTERY PACK SIMPLO LI-ION 6...
  • Page 43 LCD 14.1” inch Item Specification Support Color 262K colors 262,144 262,144 262,144 (RGB 6-bit data driver) Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left 40/40 45/45 40/40 40/40 Vertical: Upper/Lower 10/30 15/35 20/40 20/40 ° Temperature Range( C) 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 Operating...
  • Page 44 Chapter 1...

  • Page 45: Bios Setup Utility

    System BIOS Version : v0.3204 nVidia 5.67.32.02.06 VGA BIOS Version : V0.013 KBC Version : xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial Number : Asset Tag Number : Product Name : Manufacturer Name : Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx UUID: Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Enter...

  • Page 46: Navigating The Bios Utility

    Navigating the BIOS Utility There are seven menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). To choose an option, use the cursor up/down keys (wy). To change an option format, press por q.
  • Page 47 System BIOS Version : v0.3204 nVidia 5.67.32.02.06 VGA BIOS Version : V0.013 KBC Version : xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial Number : Asset Tag Number : Product Name : Manufacturer Name : Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx UUID: Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Enter...

  • Page 48: Main Screen

    Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Power Exit Item Specific Help System Time: [19:03:49] System Date :...
  • Page 49 The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Format/Option System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed Format: HH:MM:SS with 24-hour format. (hour:minute:second) System Time System Date Sets the system date.

  • Page 50: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Power Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is : Clear User Password Is : Clear Supervisor Password SATA Port 0 Disk status Clear controls access to the...

  • Page 51: Setting A Password

    The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Option Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set User Password is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set Clear...
  • Page 52 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 Supervisor 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 53 If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message. Chapter 2...
  • Page 54 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the diskette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive, and the CD-ROM in module bay. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Security...
  • Page 55 Power The Power screen displays a summary of your computer power settings, and also includes advanced setup parameters. It allows the user to enable and disable the power management options on the computer and specify standard power parameters for specific components. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main...
  • Page 56 Parameter Description Format/Option Enabled PCI Clocks Enables, disables the PCI clock. or Disabled AltVid Enables, disables the Altvid function, to reduce Disabled or Enabled processor voltage to the minimal operation level. Power Saver Enabled or Disabled ASPM (L0s/L1) Chapter 2...
  • Page 57 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Power Exit Item Specific Help [Enter] Exit Saving Changes [Enter] Exit Discarding Changes Exit System Setup and [Enter] Load Setup Defaults save your changes to...

  • Page 58: 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 59: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Small Philips screw driver Philips screwdriver Plastic flat head screw driver...

  • Page 60: General Information

    General Information Before You Begin 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. Remove the battery pack.

  • Page 61: Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

    Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page 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 system board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
  • Page 62 LCD Module LCD Bezel G*1 for 15" G*2 for 15.4" LCD Inverter LCD Panel Assembly G*2 for 15.4" Wireless Antenna Set F*8 (4 on left; 4 on right) LCD Bracket LCD Cable Sets Screw List Item Description Part Number SCREW M2.5*3(NL) 86.TAVV5.001 SCREW M2.5*6(NL) 86.TAVV5.002...

  • Page 63: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Unlock the battery lock (move the battery lock to the right). Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery. Chapter 3...
  • Page 64 Removing the HDD Module/ODD Module/Memory/Wireless LAN Card/ Keyboard and the LCD Module Press and release the PC dummy card from the PC slot as shown. To access the internal laptop components, you have to first remove the back panel. Turn over the laptop and remove the nine screws fastening the back panel.
  • Page 65 Chapter 3...

  • Page 66: Removing The Memory

    Removing the Memory Pull out the snaps securing the memory in place. The memory will pop up. Remove the memory from the DIMM socket (If the notebook has two memory modules, then repeat this step). Removing the Wireless LAN Card 10.
  • Page 67 Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module Remove the eight screws fastening the keyboard and LCD module to the main unit. Turn the notebook over and gently pry up and remove the power board cover as shown. Lift the keyboard up and towards you. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board and remove the keyboard from the main unit.
  • Page 68 Detach the LCD module from the main unit. Chapter 3...

  • Page 69: Disassembling The Main Unit

    Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly Remove the ten screws fastening the lower case assembly to the upper case assembly. Turn the notebook over and remove the three screws fastening the power board. Remove the power board from the main unit.
  • Page 70 Removing the Audio Board Remove the screw fastening the audio board. Remove the audio board. Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Removing the Bluetooth Module Remove the two screws fastening the bluetooth module. Remove the bluetooth module. Removing the Speakers Remove the speaker cable from the upper case. Remove the three screws fastening the speakers.
  • Page 71 Removing the Touchpad Cable Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad module as shown. Disassembling the Main Board Removing the USB Board Remove the two screws fastening the USB board. Remove the USB board. Removing the MDC Card Module Remove the screw fastening the MDC card module. Remove the MDC card module.
  • Page 72 Removing the Thermal Module and System Fan Unscrew the four spring screws and remove the two screws fastening the thermal module. Disconnect the system fan cable as shown. Remove the thermal module and system fan. Removing the CPU Use a flat screwdriver to release the CPU lock (Turn counter clockwise). Remove the CPU from the CPU socket carefully.

  • Page 73: Disassembling The Lcd Module

    Disassembling the LCD Module Remove the six screw rubbers as shown. Then remove the six screws fastening the LCD bezel. Detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module carefully. Remove the four screws holding the LCD. Detach the two inverter cable connectors from the inverter board. Disconnect the CCD cable connector from the CCD board.

  • Page 74: Disassembling The External Modules

    Remove the two screws fastening the right LCD bracket and detach it. 10. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD. 11. Detach the microphone cable from the LCD cover and remove the microphone. 12. Remove the CCD from the LCD cover as shown. Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module Remove the two screws fastening the bracket to the HDD module.

  • Page 75: Table Of Contents

    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 76: 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 77: Memory Check

    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 diagnostic program (please refer to main board). Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

  • Page 78: 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: Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V Pin 2: 0V, Ground 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 79: Check The Battery Pack

    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 80: 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 81: Error Message List

    Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes Error Messages Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error...
  • Page 82 Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. used RTC battery System board...
  • Page 83 Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power blank. System Check” on page 71.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM.

  • Page 84: Phoenix Bios Beep Codes

    Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code 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 Initialize the local bus IDE Initialize Power Management...
  • Page 85 Code Beeps POST Routine Description 2-1-2-3 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 Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled...
  • Page 86 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards Install CD ROM for boot Clear huge ES segment register Fixup Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs.
  • Page 87 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Unknown interrupt Code Beeps Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type...

  • Page 88: Index Of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message

    Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence LCD backlight doesn't work Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system. LCD is too dark Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
  • Page 89 Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 73. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
  • Page 90 Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently.

  • Page 91: 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 92: Undetermined Problems

    System Check” on page 71.): 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 93: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View 9 10 LED3 HDD LED CN13 Card Bus Socket LED4 Num Lock LED Winbond Keyboard Controller LED5 Caps Lock LED LED6 Power LED LED7 Battery LED LCD Connector Left Click Button Switch Left Scroll Button Switch Speaker Connector Up Scroll Button Switch...
  • Page 94 Bottom View CN18 VGA Jack CN26 CN27 USB Connecto CN19 Battery Connector CN24 CN20 S-Video Connector CN28 USB Connecto CN23 Wireless LAN Card Connector CN29 Optical Disk Drive Connector CN22 IEEE 1394 Connector CN30 SATA HDD Connector North Bridge Audio Codec CPU Socket CN32 5-in-1 Card Reader...
  • Page 95 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 96 Aspire Mono Exploded Diagram Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. ADAPTER ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN Delta SADP- AP.06501.010 65KB DBRF LF ADAPTER LSE - 65W, SLS0335A1957 AP.06506.004 LF YELLOW LF ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN LITE-ON PA1650- AP.06503.013 02 QY LF...
  • Page 97 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. FUNCTION BOARD 55.TG607.001 TOUCHPAD BOARD W/FINGER PRINT 55.TG607.002 USB BOARD 55.TG607.003 CABLE PWR CORD V943B30001218008 27.A03V7.006 DANISH 3P PWR CORD(ISR)1.8M 3PBLK 27.A50V7.002 FZ0I0008-038 PWR CORD V50CB3T3012180QD TW- 27.A99V7.002 110V,3P POWER CORD(SWI)1.8M 3PBLACK 27.A99V7.004...
  • Page 98 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. UPPER CASE FOR FP W/TP, TP 60.TG607.001 CABLE LOWER CASE W/ SPEAKER, MODEM 60.TG607.002 CABLE BASE ODD CAP 42.TG607.002 BASE DUCK RUBBER 42.TG607.003 RAM DOOR 42.TG607.004 TP BRACKET 33.TG607.003 DUMMY PCMCIA CARD 42.TDY07.003...
  • Page 99 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE 6M.TG607.007 DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X SONY KO.0240E.005 CRX880A LF W/O BEZEL DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X HLDS KO.0240D.005 GCC-T10N PATA LF W/O BEZEL ODD BRACKET 33.TG607.004 DVD/CDRW COMBO BEZEL 42.TG607.006...
  • Page 100 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. 120GB TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 120GB KH.12004.006 MK1237GSX Gemini BS SATA LF F/ W:DL130J 120GB WD 2.5" 5400rpm 120GB KH.12008.018 WD1200BEVS-22RST0 ML80 SATA LF F/W:04.01G04 HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 120GB KH.12001.031 ST9120822AS(9S1133-190) Venus SATA LF F/W:3.ALD...
  • Page 101 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Mono Internal KB.INT00.180 Standard 85KS Black Slovak (change +- */ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Mono Internal KB.INT00.181 Standard 85KS Black SLO/CRO (change +-*/ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Mono Internal KB.INT00.182 Standard 84KS Black Russian (change...
  • Page 102 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Mono Internal KB.INT00.205 Standard 84KS Black Arabic/English (change +-*/ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Mono Internal KB.INT00.190 Standard 84KS Black Israel (change +-*/ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Mono Internal KB.INT00.179 Standard 85KS Black Slovenia (change...
  • Page 103 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L 33.TG607.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.TG607.002 LCD MODULE 12.1 WXGA W/ 6M.TG607.002 ANTENNA 2 WIRE W/CCD LCD 12.1 IN. TFT WXGA NON-GLARE LK.12105.009 AU B121EW03-V5 LF 185NIT 25MS LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.TG607.001...
  • Page 104 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.TG607.002 LCD MODULE 12.1 WXGAG W/ 6M.TG607.004 ANTENNA 3 WIRE W/ CCD LCD 12.1 IN. TFT WXGAG GLARE AU LK.12105.008 B121EW03-V4 LF 185NIT 25MS LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.TG607.001...
  • Page 105 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD 12.1 IN. TFT WXGAG GLARE AU LK.12105.008 B121EW03-V4 LF 185NIT 25MS LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.TG607.001 LCD CABLE 50.TG607.006 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L 33.TG607.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.TG607.002 MAINBOARD MAINBOARD 965GM SATA UMA W/ MB.TG606.001...
  • Page 106 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. SCREW M2.0*6-I-BNI(NYLOK) 86.TG607.001 SCREW M2.0*1.8 I (NI)(NYLOK) 86.TG607.002 SCREW M2.0*1.5-I(NI)(ANTI-LOOSE) 86.TG607.003 SCREW M2*5-I(BZN)(NYLOK) 86.TG607.004 Chapter 6...

This manual is also suitable for:

Aspire 4220Aspire 4220g seriesAspire 4520g seriesAspire 4520 seriesAspire 4220 series

Table of Contents