Acer 5532 manual

Aspire 5532 Service Guide PRINTED IN T AIW AN Service guide files and updates are availab le on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer .com.tw[...]

II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates ma de on Aspire 5532 service guides. Date Chapter Up date s[...]

III Copyright Copyright © 2009 by Acer Incorporated. All rights rese rved. No part of this pub lication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any lan guage or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magne tic, optical, chemi cal, manual or otherwise, without th[...]

IV Conventions The following conventi ons are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appe ar on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. W ARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to av[...]

V Preface Before using this information and the product it s upports, please read the fo llowing general info rma tion. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all techni cal information relating to the BASIC CON FIGUR A TION decided for Acer's "glo bal" product offering. T o better fit local market requirements and enhance product c[...]

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VII T able of Contents System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

VIII T able of Contents Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Removing the Left Speake r Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Removing the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Removing the [...]

IX T able of Contents External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 31 Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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Chapter 1 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer ’s many features: NOTE: Items denoted with a (*) are available for select models only . Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ • Genuine Windows® 7™ Platform • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual -core processor • AMD Athlon™ 64 single-core processo r •[...]

2 Chapter 1 Audio • Realtek ALC272X-GR for High Defini tion Audio Codec with Dolby Digital Live • Internal speake rs x2 (2 W) • Mic-in jack • Headphone/Line out jack Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15 .6" LCD/ 6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication •W i r e l e s [...]

Chapter 1 3 I/O interface • VGA port, 15 pins • DC-IN port for adapter • RJ-45 Ethernet port for LAN • 2 USB port • Headphone out / Line-out • Microphone-in • Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD • Kensington Lock (7.5mm) Environment • T emperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C [...]

4 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram[...]

Chapter 1 5 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, le t us show you around you r new computer . Front View No. Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Ey e webcam Web camera for video communication (for selected models). 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 3 T ouchpad toggle T urn[...]

6 Chapter 1 Closed Front View NOTE: 1 The front pa ne l in di ca to rs are visi b l e ev en when the comput er co ver is closed 7 Click buttons (left and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse bu tt ons. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your ha nds when you use the computer . 9 HDD Indicates when the hard di[...]

Chapter 1 7 Rear View Left View No. Icon Item Description 1 V entila tio n slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. No. Icon Item Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter 2 Ethernet (RJ-4 5) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 2 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g. external[...]

8 Chapter 1 Right View Bottom View No. Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optica l drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is acti ve. 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is tu rned off.[...]

Chapter 1 9 3 Battery lock Lo cks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory . 5 V entilation s lots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note : Do not cover or obstruct the fan opening. No. Ic[...]

10 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators . The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. NOTE: 1. Chargi ng: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully ch arg ed: The light shows green when in AC mode. Icon Functi on Description Power Indicates the computer&ap[...]

Chapter 1 11 TouchPad Basics The following items show you how to use the T ouchPa d: • Move your finger across the T ouchPad (1) to move th e cursor . • Press the left (2) and right (3) buttons located beneath the T ouchPad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are simila r to the left and right buttons on a mouse. T a[...]

12 Chapter 1 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor , lock, Windows, fun ction and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which yo u can to ggle on and off. The embedded numeri c keypad functions like a desktop nume ric keypad. It is indicated[...]

Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Wi ndow s-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key ha s the same effect as clicking on the Windows St art button; it launches the S tart menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: <> : Open or close th e S tart men[...]

14 Chapter 1 Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer ’s controls like screen brightness, volume out put and the BIOS utility . T o activate hot keys, press and hold the < Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Functi on Description <Fn> + <F2>[...]

Chapter 1 15 Special Key Y ou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar si gn at the upper-center an d/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Hold <Alt Gr> and the n press the <5> key at the upper-center o f the keyboard . NOTE: Note : Some fonts and software do not support the E[...]

16 Chapter 1 Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. T o enable the dual monitor featu r e of the note book, firs t ensure that the second moni tor is connected, then select St art, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings . Select the secondary monitor (2) icon[...]

Chapter 1 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Processor Specifications CPU Fan T rue V alue T able • Throttling 50%: On=90 °C, Off=80°C • OS Shutdown: 95°C • H/W Shutdown: 92°C Northbridg e Southbridge BIOS Item Specification CPU • AMD Athlon64 Dual-Core Process, Cache 1MB, TK42 • AMD Athlon 64 Process, 1.6GHz, Cac[...]

18 Chapter 1 System Memory Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists s ome system memory configur ations. Y ou may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 co uld be Features • Flash ROM 1MB • Supports ISIPP • Supports Acer UI • Supports multi-boot • Suspend[...]

Chapter 1 19 reversed. LAN Interface Wireless Module 802.1 1b/g/n Hard Disk Drive Interface Super-Multi Drive Item Specification LAN Chipset Atheros AR8132L Package 48 pin QFM LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side Item Specificati on Manufacturer Foxconn Model Atheros HB93 Item Specification V endo r & Model Name Seagate ST91[...]

20 Chapter 1 Audio Interface Power and Keyboard Controller T ransfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: 3,600 KB/s (24x) max. Sust ained: 1 1.08 Mbytes/s (8x) max. Sustained: 1,571 (typical) Sustained: 10,993 (typical) Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SA T A Applicable disc formats • DVD-ROM: • 4.7GB (Single Layer) • 8.5GB (Dual Layer) • DVD-R: • 3.95G[...]

Chapter 1 21 Battery LCD 15.6” Card Reader Supply Current T otal number of keyp ads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Y es Hotkeys See “Hot Keys” on page 14. Item Speci fication 6 Cell V endo r & mo del name SANYO/SONY/P ANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Battery T ype Li-ion Pack capacity 4400 mAh Normal V oltage 2.2 Ah Package configurati[...]

22 Chapter 1 General Features • PCI-E interface • Push-push type •D u m m y c a r d Item Specification[...]

Chapter 2 23 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration prog ram built into y our computer ’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Y our computer is alre ady properly configured and optimi zed, and you do not need to run this utility . However , if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run[...]

24 Chapter 2 Aspire 5532 BIOS Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer ha rdware information. NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only . Actual values may differ according to model. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description CPU T ype This field shows the CP U type and speed[...]

Chapter 2 25 Main The Main screen allows th e user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable bo ot option and recovery . NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only . Actual values may differ . The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description Format/Option System T ime Sets the system time. Th[...]

26 Chapter 2 Security The Security screen co ntains parameters that help sa feguard and protect your co mputer from unautho ri zed use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you ha ve three tries befo re the sys[...]

Chapter 2 27 Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supe rvisor Password parameter and press the Enter key . The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. T ype a pa ssword in the “Enter New Pa ssword” fiel d. The password length can not exceed 8 alpha[...]

28 Chapter 2 Changing a Password 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supe rvisor Password parameter and press the Enter key . The Set Password box appears. 2. T ype the current passw or d in the Enter Curr en t Pa ssw or d field and press Enter . 3. T ype a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm Ne[...]

Chapter 2 29 Boot This menu allows the user to deci de the order of boot devices to l oad the operating syste m. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk dr ive and the DVD drive in the module bay . Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Item Specific Help Use < &[...]

30 Chapter 2 Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made an d qui t th e BIOS Utility . The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setu p and save your changes to CMOS. Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS. Load Setup De[...]

Chapter 2 31 BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory upd ate is required for th e following con ditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash util ity to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you s[...]

32 Chapter 2 DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: 1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. 2. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order , for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. 3. Execute the FLASH.BA T batch file to update BIOS in DOS mode. The flash process[...]

Chapter 2 33 4. In flash BI OS, the me ssage Please do not remo ve AC Power Source displays. Plug in the AC po wer to continue. 5. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays. WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: 1. Double-click the WinFlash executable. 2. Click OK to begin the update.[...]

34 Chapter 2 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provide s you with d e tails about removing HDD/BIOS password: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is gen erated. T o reset the HDD p assword, perform the following step s: 1. An error code is generated for unlocking the HDD. Note down this code[...]

Chapter 2 35 Removing BIOS Passw or ds: T o clear the User or Supervisor passwords through hardware, open the WLAN door and use a metal instrument to short the J1 jumper. Cleaning BIOS Passwords T o clean the User or Supervisor passwords using software utilites, perform the following steps: 1. From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.e xe 2. Press 1 or 2 [...]

36 Chapter 2 The onscreen message determines whether the func ti on is successful or not. Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequen ce Selector allows the b oot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS. T o use Boot Sequence Selector , perform the following steps: 1. Enter into DOS. 2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. 3. Select [...]

Chapter 2 37 Using DMITools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) T ool copies BIOS information to EEPR OM to be used in the DMI pool for hardware managemen t. When the BIOS displays V erifying DMI pool data it is checki ng that the t able correlates with th e hardw are before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.). T o update the DMI Poo[...]

38 Chapter 2 Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility Y ou can use the MAC.BA T utility to write t he MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM under DOS mode. 1. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. Y ou can see the MAC.CFG contents as below: 2. In DOS mode, run the MAC .BA T file to write MAC values to eeprom. WriteData = ‘001 12233 4455[...]

Chapter 3 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement IMPORT ANT : The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. This chapter contains step-by-s tep procedures on how to disass emble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting . Disassembly Requirements T o disassemble the computer , you need the follow ing tools: ?[...]

40 Chapter 3 Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make su re that you do the following: 1. T urn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cab les from the system. 3. Place the system on a flat, st able surface. 4. Remove the battery pack. Disassembly[...]

Chapter 3 41 External Module Disassembly Process IMPORT ANT : The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic represen tati on of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed du ring servicing. [...]

42 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1. T urn computer over . Slide the battery lock in the direction shown. 2. Slide and hold the battery rel ease latch to the release po sition (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 1 2[...]

Chapter 3 43 Removing the SD Dummy Card 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it . 2. Pull it out from the slot.[...]

44 Chapter 3 Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42. 2. Remove the three (3) screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers. 3. Remove the HDD cover as shown. 4. Carefully open the Memory Cover . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Lower Covers M2.5*8 3 Memory Cover HDD Cover[...]

Chapter 3 45 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42. 2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. 3. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. G ently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4. Pull the optical drive modul e out from th e ch assis. Ste p Size Quantity Scre[...]

46 Chapter 3 5. Remove the two (2) screws se curing the ODD bracket a nd remove the ODD bracket fro m the optical disk drive module. 6. Remove the ODD bezel by pulling the top edge downward and clea r of the module. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype ODD Bracket M2*3 2[...]

Chapter 3 47 Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release th e DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the seco nd DIMM module if present.[...]

48 Chapter 3 Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WL AN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal and White to the AUX terminal.[...]

Chapter 3 49 4. Move the antenna away and remove the two (2) screws to release the WLAN Board . 5. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype WLAN Module M2*3 2[...]

50 Chapter 3 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the di rection of the arrow to disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay . NOTE: T o prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.[...]

Chapter 3 51 4. Remove the four (4) screws (two each side ) securing the hard disk to the carrier . 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype HDD Carrier M3*3 4[...]

52 Chapter 3 Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Ste p Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Module M2.5*8 2 86.N2802.003 LCD Module M2.5*8 4 86.N2802.003 Upper Cover M2.5*8 1 1 86.N2802.003 Upper Cover M2.5*8 9 86.N2802.003 Power Board M2*3 2 86.N2802.004 Left S peaker Mo dule M2*3 1 86.N28 02.004 Right S peaker Module M[...]

Chapter 3 53 Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. The use of plastic tools or fingers is recommended to remove the Switch Cover . 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42. 2. T urn the computer over . Press down the / and * keys on the right si de of the Keybo[...]

54 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 53. 2. Pry up the centre of the Keyboard and rotate it upward awa y from the Upper Cover . 3. T urn the keyboard over o n to the T ouchPad area to expose the FFC con nector . 4. Open the locking latch and disco nnect the FFC from the mainbo ard. 5. Lift the keyboard c[...]

Chapter 3 55 Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboard ” on page 54. 2. T urn the computer over . Remo ve the two (2) se curing screws from the bottom of the chassis. 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channe l as sh o wn. Ensure that the cabl es are free from all cable clips. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype LCD Module M2.5[...]

56 Chapter 3 4. S tand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cab les completely through the chassis. 5. Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel. 6. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channe l. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hi[...]

Chapter 3 57 7. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to the Upper Cover . 8. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is completel y free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 9. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to expose the Hin ge Covers. 10. Press the left side Hing[...]

58 Chapter 3 12. Remove the four (4) securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. 13. Remove the left and right screw covers from on top of the hinges 14. Lift the LCD Module clear of the Upper Cover . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype LCD Module M2.5*8 4[...]

Chapter 3 59 Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 55. 2. T urn the computer over . Remo ve the eleven screws on the bottom panel. 3. T urn the computer over . Remo ve the three (3) screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Upper Cover M2.5*8 1 1[...]

60 Chapter 3 4. Disconnect the following four (4) cables from the Ma inb oard. A B C D[...]

Chapter 3 61 NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFCs whenever available to prevent damage . 5. Disconnect A as shown. 6. Disconnect C as shown. 7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FF C cable as shown. 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FF C cable as shown[...]

62 Chapter 3 9. Remove the nine (9) screws on the top panel. 10. S t arting at the rear left side of t he cover , pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. Work along the back edge of the casing to the right as shown, then lift the Upper Cover clear of the Lower Cover. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Upper Cover M2.5*8 9[...]

Chapter 3 63 Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 59. 2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Co ve r as shown. 3. Remove the two (2) screws securing the Power Board to the Upper Co ver . 4. Lift the Power Board clear of the Upper Cover as shown . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Power Board M2*3 2[...]

64 Chapter 3 Removing the Left Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 59. 2. Locate the Left S pe aker Module on the Upper Co ver as shown. 3. Remove the adhesive tape from the S peaker cable . 4. Remove the S peaker cable from the cable channel. Ensu re th at the cable is free from all cable clips.[...]

Chapter 3 65 5. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Left S peaker Module . 6. Lift the S peaker clear of the Upper Cover , left side first as shown. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Left S peaker Module M2*3 1[...]

66 Chapter 3 Removing the Right Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 59. 2. Locate the Right S peaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. T urn the Upper Cover over and remove the Right S peake r Module cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 4. T urn the Upper Cover over and pas[...]

Chapter 3 67 5. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Right S peaker Module. 6. Lift the S peaker clear of the Upper Cover , right side first as shown. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Right S peaker Module M2*3 1[...]

68 Chapter 3 Removing the TouchPad Bracket IMPORT ANT : The T ouchPad Board cann ot be remo ved individua lly . T o replace the T ouchP ad Board, repla ce the entire Upper Cover . 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 59. 2. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the Upper Cover . 3. Release the FFC locking latch and dis[...]

Chapter 3 69 4. Remove the two (2) screws from T ouchPad bracket. 5. Lift the rear edge of the T ouchPad bracket first to clear the se curing clips and remove it as shown. Step Size Quantity Screw T ype T ouchPad Bracket M2*3 2[...]

70 Chapter 3 Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 59. 2. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Mainboard. 3. Lift the mainboard from the chassis, right edge fi rst, and place it on a clean, dust-free surface. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Mainboard M2.5*4 1[...]

Chapter 3 71 Removing the RTC Battery IMPORT ANT : Follow local regulations fo r disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. T o replace the battery , solder the new battery to the connections shown.[...]

72 Chapter 3 Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44. 2. T urn the Mainboard over to access the Thermal Module. 3. Remove the four (4) securing screws (in reverse numeri cal orde r from screw 4 to screw 1) from the Thermal Module. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Thermal Module M2.5*6 4 1 2 3 4[...]

Chapter 3 73 4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.[...]

74 Chapter 3 Removing the CPU Fan 1. See “Removing the Therma l Module ” on page 72. 2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard as shown . 3. Remove the three (3) securing screws from the Fan Module. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype CPU Fan M2*3 3[...]

Chapter 3 75 4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown.[...]

76 Chapter 3 Removing the CPU IMPORT ANT : The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damag ed, th e CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed. 1. See “Removing the Therma l Module ” on page 72. 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver , ro tate the CPU locking scre w 180° coun ter-[...]

Chapter 3 77 LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Ste p Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Bezel M2.5*6 4 86.N2 802 .002 LCD Panel M2 .5*6 2 86.N2802.002 LCD Brackets M2*3 6 86.N2802.004 Remove LCD Panel Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Brackets Remove [...]

78 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 55. 2. Remove the two (2) upper and two (2) lower bezel screw caps and screws. 3. S tarting from the bottom edge of t he bezel, pry the bezel upwards an d aw ay from the panel. W ork along the right side toward the top of the b ezel, prying the cove rs apart. Continue [...]

Chapter 3 79 Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 78. 2. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cabl e. 3. Remove the Camera from the module.[...]

80 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 79. 2. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the LCD Panel. 3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. 4. Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Module as shown. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype LCD Panel M2.5*6 2[...]

Chapter 3 81 5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.[...]

82 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80. 2. Remove the six (6) securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. 3. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype LCD Brackets M2*3 6[...]

Chapter 3 83 4. T urn the LCD panel over to expose the rear . Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel. 5. Lift the cable as shown to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place. 6. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the remaining adhesive and remove the cable from the panel.[...]

84 Chapter 3 Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80. 2. Remove the adhesi ve strips holding the left antenna cabl e in place. Ensure the cabl e is free from obstructions. 3. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cab le is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 4. Remove the adhesive tape secu[...]

Chapter 3 85 5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the cover . 6. Remove the adhesive strips holding the right antenna cable in pla ce. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 7. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cab le is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips.[...]

86 Chapter 3 8. Remove the adhesive foil securing t he right Antenna to the LCD Module. 9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the cover .[...]

Chapter 3 87 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the Antennas 1. Replace the right Antenna as shown. Ensure that th e locating pins on the Antenna are corre ctly seated. 2. Replace the adhesive foil to secure the Antenna in place. 3. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module using all available cli ps and adhesive. 4. Run the cable along [...]

88 Chapter 3 5. Replace the left Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locatin g pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. 6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna in place. 7. Run the cable down th e side of the LCD Module using all available cli ps and adhesive. 8. Run the cable along the cable chann el as shown , using all available cable[...]

Chapter 3 89 9. The Antennas and cables appear as sho wn when corre ctly installed.[...]

90 Chapter 3 Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Connect the LCD cable to the panel connector as shown. 2. Press down the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place. 3. Run the cable along the back of the panel and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. 4. Run the cable across the back of the panel as shown and press down as indicated to sec[...]

Chapter 3 91 5. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Replace the si x (6) screws (three o n each side) in the brackets as shown. 6. Place the LCD Panel in the LCD Module, top edge first, and secure the LCD cable with adhe sive tape. IMPORT ANT : Ensure that the LCD power cable passes thro ugh the hinge well and is not trapped u[...]

92 Chapter 3 Replacing the Camera Module 7. Replace the Camera cable clu ster in the LCD Module. 8. Secure the LCD modu l e wi t h the two (2) securing screws. 1. Place the camer a in the LCD Modu le. 2. Conne ct the cable to the camera module.[...]

Chapter 3 93 Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Replace the bezel and press down until th ere are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. IMPORT ANT : Ensure that the LCD cables pass through th e hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel.[...]

94 Chapter 3 2. Replace the four (4) screws and screw caps provided.[...]

Chapter 3 95 Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORT ANT : The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positi oned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator . 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver , rotate the CPU locking screw 180° clockwise to secure [...]

96 Chapter 3 Replacing the CPU Fan Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORT ANT : Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. The following thermal grease type s are approved for use: • Silmore GP50 • Honeywell • Jet Motor 7762 The following thermal pads are approved for use: • Eapus[...]

Chapter 3 97 Replacing the Mainboard 3. Align the screw holes on the Therma l Mo dule and Mainboard then replace the modul e. Keep the module as level as possible to spre ad the thermal grease evenly . 4. Replace the four (4) securing screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secur e the Thermal Module in p lace. 1. Ensure that the Mai[...]

98 Chapter 3 Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the T ouchPad bracket top edge first to engage the securing clips. 2. Press the bracket down to engage the securing clips. 3. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the T ouchPad Bracket to the Upper Cover. 4. Replace the T ouchPad FFC and close the locking latch on the connector .[...]

Chapter 3 99 5. Replace the FF C and press down a s indicated to secure it to the Upper Cover .[...]

100 Chapter 3 Replacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Place the module left side first on the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the left side of the module is seated correctly in the securing clip. 2. Replace the one (1) scre w to secure the module in place. 3. Pass the cable through the Upper C over as shown. 4. T urn the Upper Cover over and run th[...]

Chapter 3 101 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 1. Place the module right side first on the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the right side of the module is sea ted correctly in the securing clip. 2. Replace the one (1) scre w to secure the module in place. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 4. Secure the cab[...]

102 Chapter 3 Replacing the Power Board Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Slide the Power Board in to the Upper Cover front edge first to engage the securing clip. 2. Press the board down to locate the se curing pin. 3. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover . 1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover as shown.[...]

Chapter 3 103 2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place. 3. Replace the nine (9) screws in the Upper Cover as shown.[...]

104 Chapter 3 4. Replace the three (3 ) screw caps as shown. 5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard. A B C D[...]

Chapter 3 105 6. Connect A as shown. 7. Connect C as shown. 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in pla ce.[...]

106 Chapter 3 Replacing the LCD Module 10. T urn the computer over and replace the eleven screws as shown. 1. Align the screw holes on the LCD Module and Upper Cover and replace the LCD Module. 2. The lef t and right screw covers are shaped differently . Ensure that the correct cover is used. 3. Replace the left screw cover as shown. Ensure that th[...]

Chapter 3 107 4. Replace the right screw cove r as shown. Ensure that the securing tab on the rear of the cover is seated correctly in the Upper Cover . 5. Replace the four (4) screws securing the LCD Module to the Upper Cover. 6. Ensure that the Hinge Covers are replaced correctly . Identify the rear edge of the covers by the two (2) securing clip[...]

108 Chapter 3 9. Run the black Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 10. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place. 11 . Run the whi te Anten na cable along the cable channel as shown using all availabl e retaining clips. 12. Run the LCD cable along the cable channe l using all available c[...]

Chapter 3 109 14. S tand the computer on the L CD Panel and pass the Antenna cables through the chassis. 15. The Upper Cover appears as shown when the Ant enna and LCD cables are correctly installed. 16. T urn the computer over . Run the Antenna cables alon g the cab le channel as show n, using all availa ble cable clips.[...]

11 0 Chapter 3 17. Replace the two (2) screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover .[...]

Chapter 3 111 Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and cl os e the locking latch to secure the cable in pl ace. 2. T urn the Keyboard over and insert it fron t edge first into the chassis. NOTE: Ensure that the six (6) locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Press down as indicated to secu re the Keyboard in place.[...]

11 2 Chapter 3 Replacing the Switch Cover Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the Upper Co ver . 2. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place. 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier . 2. Replace the four (4) screws (two each side) to secure the carrier .[...]

Chapter 3 11 3 3. Insert the HDD, as indica ted and lower it into place. 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to connect the interface .[...]

11 4 Chapter 3 Replacing the WLAN Module Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the module. 3. Connect the two (2) An tenna cables to the modu le. NOTE: The black cable connects to the upper terminal (MAIN) and the white cable to the lower terminal (MAIN). 4. After connecti[...]

Chapter 3 11 5 Replacing the ODD Module Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Press the bezel into the tr ay , bottom edge first, to secure it to the ODD Module. 2. Secure the ODD bracket with the two (2) screws. 3. Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is flush with the casing. 4. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the Module. 1. Replace the Memo[...]

11 6 Chapter 3 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 3. Replace the three (3) screws to secure the covers in place. 1. Insert the SD Dum my Card into the slot as shown. 2. Push until the ca rd clicks into place and is flush wit h the casing . Memory Cover HDD Cover[...]

Chapter 3 11 7 Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hol d the battery rele ase latch to the release po sition (1) , insert t he battery pack an d press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place. 1 2[...]

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Chapter 4 11 9 Troubleshooting Common Problems Use the following procedure as a gui de for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnosti c tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false e rrors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. [...]

120 Chapter 4 Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following acti ons one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Computer Shutsdown Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the fo llow ing actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Check the power cable is properly c[...]

Chapter 4 121 No Display Issue If the Displa y doesn’t work, perform the follo wing actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn’t display , perform the foll owing actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Make sure that the internal display is selected. On[...]

122 Chapter 4 Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally , perform the following actions one at a time to correct the proble m. 1. Reboot the computer . 2. If permanent vertical/h orizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 40. 3. If extensive p[...]

Chapter 4 123 LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a ti me to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the foll owing actions one at a ti me to correct the pro blem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:[...]

124 Chapter 4 TouchPad Failure If the To u c h P a d doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the probl em. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:[...]

Chapter 4 125 Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, p erform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer . 2. Navigate to Start ´ Control Panel ´ System and Maintenance ´ System ´ Device Manager . Check the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is properly installed. • There are no[...]

126 Chapter 4 HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not op erate correctly , perform the following ac ti ons one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Disconnect all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. 3. Run the Windows OS Startup Rep air Utility: a. insert the Windows[...]

Chapter 4 127 ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following acti ons one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty: • Audio CDs do not p lay when loaded • DVDs do not play when loaded • Blank discs do not burn cor[...]

128 Chapter 4 a. Double-click lDE A T A/A T API controllers . If a device displa ys a down arrow , right-cl ick on the device and click Enable . b. Double-click DVD/C D-RO M dri ves . If the device displays a down arrow , right-click on the device and click Enable . c. Check that th ere are no yellow exc l amation marks against the items in l D E A[...]

Chapter 4 129 b. Double-click IDE A T A/A T API controllers , then right-click A T A Device 0. c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK . d. Repeat for the other A T A Devices shown if applicable. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the foll owing act[...]

130 Chapter 4 Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform th e following actions one at a time to correct th e probl em. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the follo wing actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:[...]

Chapter 4 131 External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correc t th e problem. 1. T ry an alternative mouse. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, i nsert new batteries and confirm there is a good co nnection. See the mouse user manual. 3. If the mouse uses a USB connecti on, try an alte[...]

132 Chapter 4 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons th at have nothin g to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electros tatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring prob lem exists. When analyzing an intermittent prob lem, do[...]

Chapter 4 133 Post Codes These tables describe the POST code s and descriptions durin g th e POST . Code Beeps POST Routine Description 02h V erify Real Mode 03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) 04h Get CPU type 06h Initialize system hardware 08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values 09h Set IN POST flag 0Ah Initialize CPU registers 0Bh E[...]

134 Chapter 4 45h POST device initialization 46h 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice 48h Check video con figuration against CMOS 49h Initialize PCI bus and devices 4Ah Initialize all video adapters in system 4Bh QuietBoot start (optional) 4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM 4Eh Display BIOS copyright noti ce 50h Display CPU type and speed 51h Initialize EISA [...]

Chapter 4 135 8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area 8Bh T est and initialize PS/2 mouse 8Ch Initialize floppy controller 8Fh Determine number of A T A drives (optional) 90h Initialize hard-disk controllers 91h Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers 92h Jump to UserPatch2 93h Build MPT ABLE for multi-processor boards 95h Install CD ROM for boot[...]

136 Chapter 4 * If the BIOS detect s error 2C, 2E, or 30 (base 512K RAM error), it di splays an additional word-bitmap (xxxx) indicating the address line or bits that failed. For ex ample, "2C 0002" means addres s li ne 1 (bit one set) has failed. "2E 1020" mean s data bit s 12 and 5 (bits 12 and 5 set) have failed in the lower [...]

Chapter 5 137 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item Description JL VDS1 LCD Connector JP14 Power/B Connector JSPK1 S peaker(Left) Connector JSPK2 S peaker(Right) Connector JKB1 Internal Keyboard Connector JTP1 T ouch Pad Connector U18 South Bridge SW2 T ouch p a d (L ef t) Button SW3 T ouch pad (Right) Button Chapter 5[...]

138 Chapter 5 Bottom View ITEM DESCRIPTION PJP1 AC-IN Connector JRJ1 RJ45 Connector JC RT 1 CRT Co nn ec to r JP12 Fan Connector JUSB1 USB Connector JUSB2 USB Connector JMIC1 MIC-In Jack JHP1 Head-Phone Jack JSA T A2 HDD Connector U39 North Bridge JCPU1 CPU Socket JREAD1 Card Reader Socket PJP2 Battery Connector JDIMM2 Memory DIMM2 Connector JDIMM1[...]

Chapter 5 139 Power Board ITEM DESCRIPTION U1 Li d Switch SW1 TP Lock Button SW2 ON/OFF Button SW3 Wireless Button LED1 ON/OFF LED LED3 Media LED LED4 Num LED LED5 Wireless LED LED6 Caps LED LED7 TP Lock LED[...]

140 Chapter 5 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provides you with the st and ard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS reco very for Aspire 5532. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on mai n board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery . Clearing Password Check Steps for Clear[...]

Chapter 5 141 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a spec ial block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed. BIOS Recovery Hotkey: The system [...]

142 Chapter 5[...]

Chapter 6 143 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (F ield Repl aceable Unit) list ing in global configurations of Aspire 5532. Refer to this chapte r whenever ordering for parts to repair or fo r RMA (Return Merchan dise Author ization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU P ARTS, you should c heck the most up-to-date in[...]

144 Chapter 6 Aspire 5532 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 3 4 5[...]

Chapter 6 145 No. Description Acer P/N 1 Middle Cover Assy 60.PG T02.002 2 Hinge Cap Assy 42.N2802.001 3 Upper Case Assy 60.PG T02.001 4 Mainboard MB.PGY02.001 5 Lower Case 60.N2802.002[...]

146 Chapter 6 Base Assembly No. Description Ac er P/N 1 Fan 23.N2802.001 2 Thermal Module 60.N6502.001 3 Mainboard MB.PGY02.001 1 2 3[...]

Chapter 6 147 Rear Assembly No. Description Ac er P/N 1 RAM Door 42.N2802.004 2 HDD Door 42.N2802.005 3 Lower Case 60.N2802.002 3 1 2[...]

148 Chapter 6 Aspire 5532 FRU List CA TEGOR Y Description AcerPN Board POWER BOARD 55.N2802.001 WLAN CARD-XB6 3 NI.23600.007 WLAN CARD-BC M4312 NI.2 3600.029 Cable TP FFC 50.N2802.001 POWER CORD US 3 PIN 27.T A VV5.001 POWER CORD EU 3 PIN 27.T A VV5.002 POWER CORD AUS 3 PIN 27.T A VV5.003 POWER CORD UK 3 PIN 27.T A VV5.004 POWER CORD CHINA 3 PIN 27[...]

Chapter 6 149 LOWER CASE 60.N2802.002 TP BRACKET 33.N2802.001 MIDDLE COVER ASSY -AS 60.PG T02.002 HINGE CAP ASSY 42.N2802.001 UP CAP R-AS 42.PG T02.001 UP CAP L-AS 42.PG T02.002 RAM DOOR ASSY 42.N2802.004 HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N2802.005 CA TEGOR Y Description AcerPN[...]

150 Chapter 6 HDD HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB ST9160310AS Crockett SA T A LF F/W:0303 KH.16001.034 HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB MK1655GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W : FG01 1J KH.16004.006 HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS543216L9A300 Falcon-B SA T A LF F/W:C40C KH.16007.019 HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-22ZCT O ML160 SA T A [...]

Chapter 6 151 ODD BEZEL-SUPER MU L TI 42.N2802.006 ODD BRACKET 33.N2802.003 Keyboard Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tandard 99KS Black US International T exture KB.I170A.140 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tandard 99KS Black Greek T exture KB.I170A.125 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tandard 99KS Black Arabic T exture KB[...]

152 Chapter 6 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tandard 100KS Black Nordic T exture KB.I170A.129 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tandard 100KS Black FR/ Arabic T extur e KB.I170A.122 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tandard 100KS Black US w/ Canadian French T exture KB.I170A.142 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 S tanda[...]

Chapter 6 153 LCD CABLE FOR W/CCD F 50.N28 02.00 5 LCD BRACKET R&L FOR LC D 33.N2802.004 CAMERA 0.3 57.N2802.001 INVERTER 19.N2802.001 ANTENNA-MAIN+MIMO 50.N2802.004 LCD BEZEL FOR W/O CCD AS 60.PEE02.003 LED CABLE FOR W/O CCD F 50.N3202.001 Mainboard Mainboard AS5532 A TI R S780 SB710 8132 W /O 1394 V1.0 LF MB.PGY02.001 Memory Memory NANY A SO-[...]

154 Chapter 6 Speaker SPEAKER R 23.N2802.002 SPEAKER L 23.N2802.003 Miscellaneous NAME PLA TE-AS5532 40.PGX02.002 Description AcerPN Screw List SCREW M2.48D 4.0L K 5. 5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N2802.001 SCREW M2.48D 6.0L K 5. 5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N2802.002 SCREW M2.45D 8.0L K 5. 5D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N2802.003 SCREW M1.98D 3.0L K 4. 6D 0.8T ZKNL 86.N2802.004 SCREW M M [...]

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Appendix A 156 Model Definition and Configuration Model RO Country Acer Part No Desc ription CPU AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA Denmark LX.PGV02.009 AS 5332-903G16Mn W7 HP64A TDK2 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/ 5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENS1 CM900 AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA Holland LX.PGV02.01 7 AS5332-903G16Mn W 7HP64A TNL1 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/ 5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_NL[...]

157 Appendix A AS5332- 302G25Mn P A Chi le LX.PGV08.00 6 AS5332-302G25Mn EM W7ST32EMA TCL3 MC UMACbs2 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES51 CMT3000 AS5332- 302G25Mn PA A C L A - S panish LX.PGV08.005 AS533 2-302 G25Mn EM W7ST32EMA TEA4 MC UMACbs2 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN31 CMT3000 AS5332- 302G25Mn PA A C L A - S panish LX.PGV08.004 AS5[...]

Appendix A 158 AS5332- 304G32Mn EMEA UK LX.PGV02.045 AS5332-304G32Mn W7HP64A TGB1 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN1 1 CMT3000 AS5332- 902G16Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PGV0C.01 1 AS5332-902G16Mn LINPUSAME2 UMACbs2 1*2G/160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN13 CM900 AS5332- 901G16Mn EMEA Eastern Europe LX.PGV0C.008 AS5332-901 G16Mn LINPUSAEU7 UMA[...]

159 Appendix A AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA S pain LX.PGV02.010 AS 5332-903 G16Mn W7HP64A TES1 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/ 5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES51 CM900 AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA Eastern Europe LX.PGV02.013 AS5332-903G1 6Mn W7HP64A TEU5 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/ 5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_RO1 1 CM900 AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA Hungary LX.PGV02. 01 1 AS5332-903G16Mn W7HP64[...]

Appendix A 160 AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA South Africa LX.PGV02. 039 AS5332-903G1 6Mn EM W7HP64EMA TZA4 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 CM900 AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA Eastern Europe LX.PGV02.020 AS5332-903G1 6Mn W7HP64A TEU7 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/ 5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_SL1 1 CM900 AS5332- 903G16Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PGV02.041 AS5332-90[...]

161 Appendix A AS5332- 903G32Mn EMEA Eastern Europe LX.PGV0C.010 AS5332-903 G32Mn LINPUSAEU7 UMACbs2 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENQ1 CM900 AS5332- 902G16Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PGV0Y .004 AS5332-902 G1 6Mn EM VHB32A TME2 MC UMACbs2 1*2G/ 160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_AR23 CM900 AS5332- 901G16Mn EMEA Middle East LX.PGV0C.003 AS5332-901 G1 6Mn [...]

Appendix A 162 AS5332- 303G16Mn EMEA UK LX.PGW02.002 AS5332-303G16Mn W7HP64A TGB1 MC UMAbs2 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_HG_EN1 1 CMT3000 AS5332- 303G50Mn EMEA UK LX.PGW02.004 AS5332-303G50Mn W7HP64A TGB1 MC UMAbs2 2G+1G/500_L/6L2.2/5 R/ CB_bgn_HG_EN1 1 CMT3000 AS5332- 903G25Mn EMEA UK LX.PGW02.003 AS5332-903G25Mn W7HP64A TGB1 MC UMAbs2 2G+1G/250/6L2[...]

163 Appendix A AS5332-903G16Mi N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-902G16Mn N15.6WXGAG UMA N SO2GBII6 N AS5332-903G16Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-304G32Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 AS5332-902G16Mn N15.6WXGAG UMA N SO2GBII6 N AS5332-901G16Mn N15.6WXGAG UMA N SO1GBII6 N AS5332-902G25Mn N15.6WXGAG UMA N SO2GBII6 N AS5[...]

Appendix A 164 AS5332-903G16Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-903G16Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-903G16Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-903G16Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-903G16Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-903G32Mn N15.6WXG AG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5332-902G16Mn N15.6WX[...]

165 Appendix A AS5332-302G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-302G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-302G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-302G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-302G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-302G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-902G25Mn N25 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-902G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn[...]

Appendix A 166 AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn N16 0GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N AS5332-903G16Mn[...]

167 Appendix A AS5332-302G25Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-302G25Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-302G25Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-302G25Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-902G16Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-902G16Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-902G16Mn N[...]

Appendix A 168 AS5332-903G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-903G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-903G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-903G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-903G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-903G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd Wi[...]

169 Appendix A AS5332-903G25Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-303G16Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-304G32Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS5332-572G16Mn N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N Model Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth[...]

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Appendix B 171 Test Compatible Components This computer ’s compat ibility is tested and verified by Acer ’s internal testing department. All of it s system functions are tested under Windows ® Vista and Windows ® 7 environments. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter ca rds, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regardi[...]

172 Appendix B Microsoft ® Windows ® OS Environment Test V end or Ty p e Descr iption Adapter DEL T A 65W Adapter DEL T A 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x1 1 Y ellow ADP-65JH DB A, L V5 LED LF LITE-ON 65W Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x1 1 Y ello w P A-1650- 22AC L V5 LED LF HIPRO 65W Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x1 1 Y ellow HP-A0652R3B 1LF , L V5 LED LF DEL T[...]

Appendix B 173 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2 Battery SIMPLO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P LGC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON LGC 2.2Ah(S3 ) SIMPLO 6CELL2.2 Battery SIMPLO AS-20 09A Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 4400mAh Main CO MMON SDI 2.2Ah(F ) SANYO 6CELL2.2 Battery SANYO AS-2 009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main C OMMON 2.2Ah(A) SONY 6CELL2.2 Battery SONY AS-2009A Li-I[...]

174 Appendix B P ANASONIC 6CELL2.2 Battery P ANASONIC AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P P ANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(CG ) SAMSUNG 6CELL2.2 Battery SAMSUNG AS-2 009A Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 4400mAh Main C OMMON 2.2Ah(F) SIMPLO 6CELL2.2 Battery SIMPLO AS-20 09A Li-Ion 3S2P P ANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON Panasonic 2.2Ah ( CG ) SIMPLO 6CELL[...]

Appendix B 175 INTEL PMDT4300 C PU Intel Pentiu m Dual-Core T4300 PGA 2.1G 1M 800 R-0 INTEL PMDT4400 C PU Intel Pentiu m Dual-Core T4400 2.2G 1M 800 INTEL PMDT4200 C PU Intel Pentiu m Dual-Core T4200 PGA 2.0G 1M 800 35W R-0 no VT INTEL PMDT4300 C PU Intel Pentiu m Dual-Core T4300 PGA 2.1G 1M 800 R-0 INTEL PMDT4400 C PU Intel Pentiu m Dual-Core T440[...]

176 Appendix B HGST N1 60GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 16 0GB HTS543216L9A300 Falcon-B SA T A LF F/W:C40C HGST N1 60GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 16 0GB HTS545016B9A300 Panther B SA T A LF F/W:C60F WD N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT -22ZCTO ML160 SA T A LF F/W:1 1.01A1 1 SEAGA TE N2 50GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5[...]

Appendix B 177 SEAGA TE N3 20GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB ST9320320AS Crockett SA T A LF F/W:0303 TOSHIBA N320GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB MK3255GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W:FG01 1J HGST N3 20GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 32 0GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SA T A LF F/W: C60F WD N320GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320G[...]

178 Appendix B TOSHIBA N160GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB MK1655GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W: FG01 1J HGST N1 60GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 16 0GB HTS543216L9A300 Falcon-B SA T A LF F/W:C40C HGST N1 60GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 16 0GB HTS545016B9A300 Panther B SA T A LF F/W:C60F WD N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB W[...]

Appendix B 179 WD N250GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVT -22ZCT0 ML160 SA T A LF F/W:1 1.01A1 1 SEAGA TE N3 20GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB ST9320320AS Crockett SA T A LF F/W:0303 TOSHIBA N320GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB MK3255GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W:FG01 1J HGST N3 20GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 3[...]

180 Appendix B AUO N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 SAMSUNG N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Gla re L TN156A T01- A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LPL N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD L PL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156W H1-TLA1 LF 220nit 8ms 400:1 LPL N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Gl are LP156WH1-TLA3[...]

Appendix B 181 HYNIX SO2GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HMP125S6EFR8C-Y5 LF 128*8 0.055u m NANY A SO1GBII6 Memory NANY A SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1G T64UH8D0F N-3C LF 64 *16 0.07um MICRON SO1GBII6 Memory MICR ON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY -667G1 LF 64*16 0.065um SAMSUNG SO1GBII6 Memory SAMS UNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3-C[...]

182 Appendix B NANY A SO1GBII6 Memory NANY A SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1G T64UH8D0F N-3C LF 64 *16 0.07um MICRON SO1GBII6 Memory MICR ON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY -667G1 LF 64*16 0.065um SAMSUNG SO1GBII6 Memory SAMS UNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3-CE6 LF 64*16 0.0 55um HYNIX SO1GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HYMP1 12S64CP6[...]

Appendix B 183 HLDS NSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X G T20N LF W/O bezel SA T A SONY NSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X AD- 7580S LF W/O bezel SA T A PLDS NSM8XS ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X DS- 8A3S LF W/O bezel SA T A P ANASONIC NSM8XS ODD P ANASONIC Super -Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X UJ880[...]

184 Appendix B AMD M92XT AMD M92XT 55nm 23mm*23 mm S2 package AMD M92XT AMD M92XT 55nm 23mm*23 mm S2 package None UMA UMA (Intel ) None UMA UMA (Intel ) VRAM 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) 512M-DDR2 64*16*4 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) 512M-DDR2 64*16*4 NB Chip set INTEL GL40 (A1) NB Chipset Intel CS GL40NB A1 INTEL GL40 (A1) NB Chipset Intel CS GL40NB A1 INTEL GM4 5 [...]

Appendix B 185 WNC PIF A PIF A WNC PIF A PIF A WNC PIF A PIF A WNC PIF A PIF A WNC PIF A PIF A Audio Codec Realtek ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X Realtek ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X Realtek ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X Realtek ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X Realtek ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X Realtek ALC272X Realtek[...]

186 Appendix B McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee Wireless LAN Foxconn 3rd W iFi 1x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn 3rd W iFi 1x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn 3rd W iFi 1x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x[...]

Appendix C 187 Online Support Information This section describe s online techni cal support services a vailable to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor , dealer , ASP or TPM, please re fer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Unit s may access our website. However [...]

188 Appendix C[...]

189 A AFLASH Utility 31 Antennas Removing 84 Replacing 87 B Battery Replacing 117 Battery Pack Removing 42 BIOS ROM type 17 vendor 17 Version 17 BIOS Utility 23–31 Boot 29 Exit 30 Navigating 23 Onboard Device Configur ation 27 Save and Exit 30 Security 26 System Security 30 Board Layout Top View 137 brightness hotkeys 14 C Camera Module Removing [...]

190 Removing 78 Replacing 93 LCD Brackets Removing 82 Replacing 90 LCD Cable Replacing 90 LCD Failure 123 LCD Module Removing 55 Replacing 106 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 77 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure 87 LCD Panel Removing 80 Replacing 90 Left S peaker Module Removing 64 Lower Covers Removing 44 Replacing 115 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowc[...]

191 T ouchPad Br acket Removing 68 Replacing 98 T ouchPad Failure 124 T roublesho oting Built-in KB Failure 123 EasyTouch Buttons 130 HDTV Switch 131 Internal Speakers 124 LCD Failure 123 No Display 121 ODD 127 Other Failures 131 Power On 120 Thermal Unit 130 TouchPad 124 WLAN 130 U Undetermined Problems 132 Upper Cover Removing 59 Replacing 102 ut[...]

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