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  • Page 1 Aspire 7520/7220 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 7520/7220 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

    Up to 2GB of DDR2 533/677 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) Display and graphics 17" WXGA + high-brightness (200-nits) Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multiwindow viewing via Acer GridVista™ NVIDIA GeForce® 8400M GS/GE with up to 1024MB of Turbocache™ (256MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, up to 768MB of share system memory), supporting NVIDIA®...
  • Page 8 Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ Volume wheel Communication Acer Video Conference, featuring: Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite™ technology (for selected • models) Acer Xpress VoIP phone (for selected models) • WLAN: Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™...
  • Page 9 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive Software Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet, ePower, eAudio , ePresentation, eDataSecurity, eLock, eRecovery, eSettings Management) Acer Arcade™ Acer Arcade Deluxe™ featuring DV Wizard, VideoMagician, DVDivine and Acer HomeMedia Acer Crystal Eye Acer GridVista™...
  • Page 10 Environment Temperature: Operating: 5ºC to 35ºC • Non-operating: -20ºC to 65ºC • Humidity (non-condensing): Operating: 20%~80% • Non-operating: 20%~80% • System compliance Wi-Fi® ACPI Mobile PC 2002 DMI 2.0 Warranty One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) NOTE: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.
  • Page 11 System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 12: Board Layout

    Board Layout Top View 2 3 4 2 3 4 15 16 15 16 LVDS Connector Touchpad Connector Speaker (Left) Connector R5C833 Chip JP34 Speaker (Right) Connector Keyboard Controller Microphone Connector PCI Express Card Socket LED1 Power/Suspend LED Keyboard Connector LED2 Battery Charge/Discharge LED Button Board Connector...

  • Page 13: Bottom View

    Bottom View PJP1 DC-in Power Jack JP26 IEEE1394 Connector PJP2 Battery Connector JP27 SATA HDD Connector JP14 D-Sub CRT Connector JP22 CPU Socket JP25 ODD Connector Volume Control JP20 Mini Card (TV-Tuner) Connector JP28 DDRII Memory Socket JP20 Mini Card (WLAN) Connector JP29 DDRII Memory Socket JP21...

  • 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 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. Power button Turns the computer on and off. Wireless communication Enables/disables the wireless function.

  • Page 15: Closed Front View

    Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Acer Arcade button Launches the Acer Arcade application. Empowering button Launches the Empowering Technology toolbar. Speaker Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.

  • Page 16: Left View

    Left View Icon Item Description Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). DVI-D DVI-D port Connects to a display device with DVI-D input (for selected models) Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- Icon...

  • Page 17: Right View

    Right View Icon Item Description 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). AV-in port Accepts input signals from audio/video (AV) devices (for selected models). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model).

  • Page 18: Base View

    Base view Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Subwoofer Emits low frequency sound output. Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured with screws) Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
  • Page 19 Empowering Key “ 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 and mail buttons, run the Launch Manager.

  • Page 20: Touchpad Basics

    Internet browser (user-programmable) Mail Email application (user-programmable) Acer Arcade Launches the Acer Arcade application Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use the touchpad: Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions.

  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24 The US dollar sign Open a text editor or word processor. Either directly press the < > key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version. Chapter 1...

  • Page 25: Acer Empowering Technology

    Acer Empowering Technology Acer’s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles.

  • Page 26: Acer Enet Management

    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 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 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the time shown in the “Remaining Battery Life” field. For additional power options, click “More Power Options”. Chapter 1...

  • Page 29: Acer Eaudio Management

    Acer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game" mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound from just 2 speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. "Music" mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail.

  • Page 30: Acer Epresentation 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 31 Chapter 1...

  • Page 32: 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 33: 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 34: 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 35 Launching the Acer Crystal Eye webcam To launch the Acer Crystal Eye webcam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. Click Start > All programs > Acer > Crystal Eye webcam. The Acer Cyrstal Eye webcam capture window appears.

  • Page 36: 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 37 NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Note: Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons (see their locations mentioned in “Easy- Launch Buttons”). You can access the Launch Manager by clicking Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application.

  • Page 38: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type AMD Turion™ 64 X2 dual-core mobile technology TL-66 / TL-64 / TL-60 / TL-56 / TL-52 (1 MB L2 cache, 2.3 GHz / 2.2 GHz / 2.0 GHz / 1.8 GHz / 1.6 GHz GHz, supporting AMD HyperTransport®...
  • Page 39 Second Level Cache Item Specification Cache scheme control Fixed in write-back System Memory Item Specification Memory controller ® North Bridge NVIDIA MCP67-MV (Single chip) 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...
  • Page 40 Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. System VRAM and VBIOS Options eSetting VBIOS Option System System System...
  • Page 41 Modem Interface Item Specification Modem connector type RJ11 Modem connector location Right side Bluetooth Interface Item Specification Chipset ® Broadcom Bluetooth 2.0+EDR Data throughput 723 bps (full speed data rate) Protocol Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). Interface USB 1.1 Connector type...
  • Page 42 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Voltage 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% tolerance DVD-Dual Interface Item Specification Vendor & model name HLDS COMBO 12.7mm Tray 24X GCC-T10N SONY COMBO 12.7mm Tray 24X CRX880A LF PIONEER Super-Multi Drive 12.7mm Tray DVR-K17RS PANASONIC Super-Multi Drive 12.7mm Tray DL 8X UJ-850 PHILIPS Super-Multi Drive 12.7mm Tray DL 8X DS-8A1P...
  • Page 43 Audio Interface Item Specification Subwoofer Yes (2W) (Optional) Chapter 1...
  • Page 44 USB Port Item Specification Chipset Built-in ICH8M USB Compliancy Level OHCI USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller Number of USB port Location One on the left side; three on the rear side Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup PCMCIA Port Item Specification...
  • Page 45 Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name BATTERY PANASONIC LI-ION 6CELLS BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 6CELLS BATTERY SIMPLO LI-ION 6CELLS BATTERY SONY LI-ION 6CELLS BATTERY PANASONIC LI-ION 8CELLS BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 8CELLS BATTERY SIMPLO LI-ION 8CELLS BATTERY SONY LI-ION 8CELLS Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 2000 mAH or 2400 mAH...
  • Page 46 LCD 15.4” inch Item Specification ° Temperature Range( C) 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 Operating -20 to +60 -25 to +60 -20 to +60 -20 to +60 Storage (shipping) LCD Inverter Item Specification Vendor &...

  • Page 47: System Utilities

    System BIOS Version : V1.14 VGA BIOS Version : 5.73.22.47.02 KBC Version : 08.16 Serial Number : XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Asset Tag Number : Product Name : Manufacturer Name : Acer XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UUID : Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit...

  • Page 48: Navigating The Bios Utility

    Navigating the BIOS Utility For the AS7220 model, there are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. For the AS7250/G model, there are five menu options: Information, Main, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys (wy).
  • Page 49 System BIOS Version : V1.14 VGA BIOS Version : 5.73.22.47.02 KBC Version : 08.16 Serial Number : XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Asset Tag Number : Product Name : Manufacturer Name : Acer XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UUID : Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit...
  • Page 50 The table below describes the parameters in this screen. . Parameter Description CPU Type / CPU Speed This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. IDE1 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on the primary IDE master. IDE1 Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on the primary IDE master.
  • Page 51 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. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time : [19:03:49]...
  • Page 52 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 53 Advanced The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in BIOS. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Advanced Information Main Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Infrared Port (FIR): [Enabled] Configure Infrared Port using options: [Disabled] No configuration [Enabled] User configuration [Auto] BIOS or OS chooses configuration (OS Controlled) Displayed when...
  • Page 54 Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Information Main Advanced Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password is : Clear User Password is : Clear Supervisor Password SATA HDD Password is: Clear controls access of the...

  • Page 55: 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 56: Removing A Password

    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 57 If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message. Chapter 2...
  • Page 58 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. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Boot Main...
  • Page 59 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) setup Utility Boot Exit Information Main Advanced Security Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Exit System Setup and Load Setup Defaults save your changes to Discard Changes CMOS.
  • Page 60 System BIOS Version : V1.14 VGA BIOS Version : 5.73.22.47.02 KBC Version : 08.16 Serial Number : XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Asset Tag Number : Product Name : Manufacturer Name : Acer XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UUID : Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit...
  • Page 61 The table below describes the parameters in this screen. . Parameter Description CPU Type / CPU Speed This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. HDD Model Name (PM) This field shows the model name of HDD installed on the primary IDE master. HDD Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on the primary IDE master.
  • Page 62 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. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time : [19:03:49]...
  • Page 63 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 64 Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Information Main Advanced Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password is : Clear User Password is : Clear Supervisor Password SATA HDD Password is: Clear controls access of the...
  • Page 65 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 66 IMPORTANT: Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Set”. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
  • Page 67 If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following. The password setting is complete after the user presses u. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.
  • Page 68 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. Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: IDE CDROM : TSSTcorpCD/DVDW TS-L632D-( Use <...
  • Page 69 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Exit System Setup and Load Setup Defaults save your changes to Discard Changes CMOS. Save Changes Help Select Item F5/F6...
  • Page 70 Chapter 2...

  • Page 71: 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 72: 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 73: 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 74 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) MA000006AG0 SCREW M2.5*4(NL) MA0000061G0...

  • Page 75: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Unlock the battery lock (move the battery lock to the unlock position as shown). Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery. Chapter 3...
  • Page 76 Removing the HDD Module/Memory/Wireless LAN Card/Modem Card/System Fan/Thermal Modules/VGA Board/CPU/Keyboard and the LCD Module Removing the HDD Module Remove the two screws fastening the HDD cover. Detach the HDD cover from the main unit. Remove the screw fastening the HDD module bracket. Pull the tab to remove the HDD module in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 77 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/Modem Card and TV Tuner Card Disconnect the two antennae from the wireless LAN card. Remove the two screws fastening the wireless LAN card. Then take out the wireless LAN card from the main unit. Remove the two screws fastening the modem card and detach the modem card from the main board. Then remove the modem card from the main unit.
  • Page 78 Removing the System Fan/Thermal Modules/VGA Board and CPU Disconnect the fan cable from the main board. Remove the three screws holding the system fan. Remove the four spring screws holding the CPU thermal module. Then detach the CPU thermal module as shown. Use a flat screwdriver to release the CPU lock (Turn counter clock-wire).
  • Page 79 Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module Turn the notebook over. Remove the two screws securing the strip cover from the bottom of the notebook. Detach the strip cover from the front side and remove it. Gently pull up the keyboard to release it from the four snaps as shown. Turn over the keyboard as the image shows.

  • Page 80: Disassembling The Main Unit

    Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly Remove the screw fastening the ODD from the bottom of the notebook. Push the ODD module outwards and gently pull it out as shown. Press and release the PC dummy card from the PC slot as shown.

  • Page 81: Disassembling The Lower Case Assembly

    Disconnect the touchpad FFC, left speaker cable, button board FFC, and LED board FFC from the main board. Carefully detach the upper case assembly from the lower case assembly. Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly Remove the two screws fastening the audio board to the lower case. Detach the audio board cable from the main board.
  • Page 82 Pull the RF board cable free from the main unit. Remove the screw fastening the RF board to the lower case assembly. Remove the four screws fastening the ODD board to the main board. Take out the ODD board as shown. Remove the four screws fastening the main board to the lower case.
  • Page 83 Chapter 3...

  • Page 84: Disassembling The Upper Case Assembly

    Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Turn the upper case over. Remove the two screws fastening the button board. Detach the button board with FFC from the upper case as shown. Remove the two screws fastening the LED board. Detach the LED board with FFC from the upper case as shown. Remove the four screws fastening the speakers.

  • Page 85: Disassembling The Lcd Module

    Disassembling the LCD Module Remove the four screw rubbers as shown. Then remove the four screws fastening the LCD bezel. Detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module carefully. Remove the four screws holding the LCD to the LCD panel. Detach the CCD cable connector from the CCD board.
  • Page 86 10. Remove the four screws fastening the left LCD bracket and detach it. 11. Remove the four screws fastening the right LCD bracket and detach it. 12. Disconnect the LCD cable from the rear side of the LCD. Chapter 3...

  • Page 87: Disassembling The External Modules

    Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module Remove the four screws holding the HDD (hard disk drive) case; two on each side. Carefully slide out the hard disk drive from the HDD case. Disassembling the ODD Module Remove the three screws holding the optical bracket. Then remove the optical bracket from the optical disk drive.

  • Page 89: 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 90: 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 91: 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 doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board). Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

  • Page 92: 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 93: 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 94: 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 95: 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 96 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 97 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 77.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM.

  • Page 98: 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 99 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 100 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 101 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 102: 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 103 Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 79. 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 104 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 105: 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 106: Undetermined Problems

    System Check” on page 77.): 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 107: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View 2 3 4 2 3 4 15 16 15 16 LVDS Connector Touchpad Connector Speaker (Left) Connector R5C833 Chip JP34 Speaker (Right) Connector Keyboard Controller Microphone Connector PCI Express Card Socket LED1 Power/Suspend LED Keyboard Connector LED2...
  • Page 108 Bottom View PJP1 DC-in Power Jack JP26 IEEE1394 Connector PJP2 Battery Connector JP27 SATA HDD Connector JP14 D-Sub CRT Connector JP22 CPU Socket JP25 ODD Connector Volume Control JP20 Mini Card (TV-Tuner) Connector JP28 DDRII Memory Socket JP20 Mini Card (WLAN) Connector JP29 DDRII Memory Socket JP21...
  • Page 109 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 110 Aspire 7520/7220 FRU List Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. ADAPTER ADAPTER 65W 3PIN DELTA SADP- AP.06501.009 65KB DBFF ADAPTER 65W 3PIN DELTA SADP- AP.06501.013 65KB DFA ADAPTER 65W 3PIN LITEON PA-1650- AP.06503.012 02LR ADAPTER 65W 3PIN LITEON PA-1650- AP.06503.016...
  • Page 111 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. TV TUNER AVERMEDIA 01K A310 TU.23100.010 DVB-T BUTTON BOARD W/CABLE 17 55.AK602.001 HDD BOARD 17 55.AK602.002 LED BOARD W/CABLE 17 55.AK602.003 ODD BOARD 17 55.AK602.004 AUDIO BOARD 17 55.AK602.005 RF BOARD 55.AJ802.005 USB BOARD FOR TV 55.AJ802.003...
  • Page 112 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. RF CABLE 17 50.AK602.001 PAL TO NTSC CONNECTOR 20.ABD02.001 SMB JACK 50.AJV02.001 DVB-T ANT 50.ABD02.003 DC-IN CABLE (65W) UMA 50.AHE02.009 DC-IN CABLE (90W) UMA/DIS 50.AJE02.001 POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.001 POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.TAVV5.002...
  • Page 113 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. CPU AMD SEMPRON 512K 1.8G KC.S3502.25F SMS3500HAX4CM CPU AMD Turion 64 512K+512K 1.6G KC.TTL02.520 TMDTL52HAX5CT CPU AMD Turion 64 512K+512K 1.8G KC.TTL02.560 TMDTL56HAX5CT CPU AMD Turion 64 512K+512K 2.0G KC.TTL02.600 TMDTL60HAX5CT CPU AMD Turion 64 512K+512K 2.0G KC.TTL02.60G...
  • Page 114 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. ODD BEZEL-COMBO 42.AJ802.004 ODD BRACKET 17 33.AK602.001 DVD-RW DRIVE DVD SUPER MULTI MODULE TRAY IN 6M.AK602.002 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE PIONEER KU.00805.038 FW:1.00 Tray DL 8X DVR-K17RS LF PATA GBASE DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE PIONEER KU.00805.042...
  • Page 115 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. HDD SATA 120G 5400 RPM HGST KH.12007.010 SATA HTS541612J9SA00 SURUGA-B LF F/W: C70P HDD SATA 120G 5400 RPM SEAGATE KH.12001.031 ST9120822AS Venus SATA LF 3.ALD HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM TOSHIBA KH.12004.006 MK1237GSX Gemini BS SATA LF F/...
  • Page 116 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. KEYBOARD 17KB-FV2 105KS WHITE KB.INT00.159 GREEK KEYBOARD 17KB-FV2 106KS WHITE KB.INT00.158 HUNGARIAN KEYBOARD 17KB-FV2 106KS WHITE KB.INT00.155 ITALIAN KEYBOARD 17KB-FV2 105KS WHITE KB.INT00.154 KOREAN KEYBOARD 17KB-FV2 106KS WHITE KB.INT00.152 NORWEGIAN KEYBOARD 17KB-FV2 106KS WHITE KB.INT00.150...
  • Page 117 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD WIRESET 17 50.AK602.007 LCD COVER ASSY 17 LOGO W/MIC W/ 60.AK602.004 ANTENNA LCD COVER ASSY 17 IMR LOGO W/ 60.AM402.001 MIC W/ANTENNA LCD BEZEL ASSY 17 FOR CCD 60.AK602.005 LCD BEZEL ASSY 17 WHITE FOR CCD 60.AM402.002...
  • Page 118 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. MEMORY MEMORY 512MB DDRII 667 NANYA KN.51203.032 NT512T64UH8B0FN-3C MEMORY 512MB DDRII 667 KN.5120B.023 SAMSUNG M470T6554EZ3-CE6 MEMORY 512MB DDRII 667 HYNIX KN.5120G.019 HYMP564S64CP6-Y5 MEMORY 1GB DDRII 667 NANYA KN.1GB03.014 NT1GT64U8HB0BN-3C MEMORY 1GB DDRII 667 SAMSUNG KN.1GB0B.011...
  • Page 119 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. THERMAL PAD-MOSFET 47.AJ802.008 NAME PLATE-AS7220 40.AKN02.001 NAME PLATE-AS7520 40.AK602.001 SCREW SCREW,M2.5*12 (NL) 86.AHE02.003 SCREW,M2.5*4 86.AHJ02.001 SCREW,M2.5*6 (NL) 86.AHE02.002 SCREW,M2*3 (NL) 86.AHE02.005 SCREW,M2*2.2 86.AHE02.004 SCREW,M2*4 (NL) 86.AHJ02.002 SCREW,M3*4 (NL) 86.AHJ02.003 SCREW, F 4# 5L K 4.5D ZK NL + CR3+ 86.AHJ02.004...

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