Acer 5241 manual

Aspire 5241 Series 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 Acer Aspire 5241 Series service guides. Date Chapter Up dates[...]

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

IV Conventions The following conventi ons are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear 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 avo[...]

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

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VII T able of Contents System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Block Diagram TBD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

VIII T able of Contents Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Removing the Left Spea ker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Removing the Right Spea ker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Removing t[...]

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

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Chapter 1 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer ’s many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® 7™ Platform •A M D T u r i o n ™ II dual-core processor* •A M D A t h l o n ™ 64 II dual-core processor* • AMD Se mpro n ™ processor* • AMD M880G Chipset System Memory • Dual-channel suppor[...]

2 Chapter 1 Dimensions and Weight • 372.3 (W) x 246.5 (D) x 26.8/39.6 (H) mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches) • 2.7 kg (6.0 lbs.) wit h 6-cell batter y pack Communication • Integra ted Acer Crys tal Eyes webcam* •W L A N : • Acer InviLink ™ 802.1 1b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink ™ 802.1 1b/g* • LAN: Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Pri[...]

Chapter 1 3 System Block Diagram TBD[...]

4 Chapter 1 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[...]

Chapter 1 5 Closed Front View NOTE: 1 The front pa nel indicato rs are visible even when the comput er cover is closed 6 T ouchPad T ouch-sensitive po inting devi ce whi ch functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons (left and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse bu ttons. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area[...]

6 Chapter 1 Rear View Left View No. Icon Item Description 1 V entilation 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 m[...]

Chapter 1 7 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 active. 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. [...]

8 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators . The front panel indicato rs are visible even when the computer cover is closed. NOTE: 1. Chargi ng: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged : The light shows green when in AC mode. No. Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer[...]

Chapter 1 9 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 selectio n and execution functions. These two buttons are simila r to the left and right buttons on a mouse. T a[...]

10 Chapter 1 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has ful l-sized keys an d an embedded numeric keyp ad, sep arate cursor , lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which yo u can toggle on and off. The embedded numeri c keypad functions like a desktop nume ric keypad. It is indicat[...]

Chapter 1 11 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Wi ndows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows S tart 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 menu [...]

12 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 13 Special Key Y ou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar si gn at the upper-center and/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-cen ter of the keyboard. NOTE: Note : Some fonts and software do not support the Eur[...]

14 Chapter 1 Acer GridVist a is a handy utility that offers four pre-def ined display setting s so you can vie w multiple window s on the same screen. T o access this function, please go to Start ´ All Programs and click on Acer GridV ista . Y ou may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: Double (vertical), T r iple (primary [...]

Chapter 1 15 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 M300 Dual-Core Processor , 2.0 GHz, 1M Cache • AMD Athlon 64 M320 Dual-[...]

16 Chapter 1 System Memory BIOS ROM type Flash Features • Flash ROM 1MB • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3) • V arious hot-keys for system control • Support SMBIOS 2.3, PCI2.2. • DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag • Support PXE • Support Y2K solution • Support Win[...]

Chapter 1 17 Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists some 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 reversed. LAN Interface Wireless Module 802.1 1b/g/n Hard Disk Drive Interface Slot 1 Slot 2 T ot al Memory 0MB 512MB[...]

18 Chapter 1 Super-Multi Drive S pind le speed (RPM) 5400 5400 5400 5400 Performance S pecificatio ns Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB I n t e r f a c e S ATA S ATA S ATA S ATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) 352 300 395~952 (typical) 850 I/O dat a transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 150 300 300 300 maximum DC Power Requirements V oltage toleranc[...]

Chapter 1 19 Audio Interface Audio Amplifier Applicable disc formats • DVD-ROM: • 4.7GB (Single Layer) • 8.5GB (Dual Layer) • DVD-R: • 3.95GB (V er . 1.0: read only) • 4.7GB (V er . 2.0 for Authoring: read only) • 4.7GB (V er . 2.1 for General: re ad & write) • (DL) 8.5GB (V er . 3.0) • DVD-RW : • 4.7GB (V er . 1.2/ Rev 1.0,[...]

20 Chapter 1 Speakers Microphone Power and Keyboard Controller Battery LCD 15.6” Item Spec ificat ion V endor an d Model Dimensions Wei gh t Nominal Impedance 4Ohm Power Rating 2W Output Sound Pressure Level Frequency Range Distortion Item Spec ificat ion V endor an d Model Directivity Current Co nsumptio n S/N Ratio Frequency Item Specification [...]

Chapter 1 21 Fan Card Reader Display Mode Normal (whi te) T ypical White Lumin ance (cd/m 2 ) (also called Brightness) 220 Contrast Ratio 500:1 Response T ime (Optical Rise T ime/Fall T ime) msec 8 Input V ol tage T ypical Power Consumption (watt) 5.75 Weight (with inverter) 500 Physical Size (mm) 359.3 x 209.5 x 5.9 Electrical Interface L VDS Supp[...]

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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 al ready properly configured and optimi zed, and you do not need to run this utili ty . However , if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to ru[...]

24 Chapter 2 Aspire 5241 BIOS Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer ha rdware inform ation. 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 spee[...]

Chapter 2 25 Main The Main screen allows th e user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disa ble boot 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 contains parameters that help sa feguard and protect your co mpu ter from unauthorized 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 p assword, you have three tries before the system[...]

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 password in the “Enter New Password” fiel d. The password length can not exce ed 8 alphan[...]

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 p assword in the Ent er Current Passw ord field an d press Enter . 3. T ype a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New P[...]

Chapter 2 29 Boot This menu allows the user to deci de the order of boot de vices to load the o perating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk d rive and the DVD drive in the module bay . Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 3.5 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 the 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 Def[...]

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

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 e x ample, 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 proce[...]

Chapter 2 33 4. In flash BI OS, the message Ple ase do not remove AC Power Source displays. Plug in the AC power 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. Confirm your choice. 2. Click OK t[...]

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 steps: 1. An error code is generated for unlocking the HDD. Note down this code.[...]

Chapter 2 35 Removing BIOS Passwor ds: T o clear the User or Supervisor passwords through hardware, open the RAM door a nd use a met al instrument to short the “RTC_RST” point. 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. Pre[...]

36 Chapter 2 The onscreen message determines whether the func tion is successful or not. Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequen ce Selector allows the boot 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 th[...]

Chapter 2 37 • dmitools /wp xxxx ==> W r ite product name to eeprom (max. 16 characters) • dmitools /ws xxxx ==> Write serial num ber to eeprom (max. 22 characters) • dmitools /wu xxxx ==> W rite uuid to eeprom • dmitools /wa xxxx ==> W rite asset tag to eeprom (max. 32 characters) The following examples sh ow the commands and t[...]

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 122334455&a[...]

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 following tool s: ?[...]

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 cables 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 re presentati on of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the component s that nee d to be removed during 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 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 chassis. Ste p Size Quantity Screw[...]

46 Chapter 3 5. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and re move the ODD bracket from the opti cal disk drive module. 6. Remove the ODD bezel by rotating the top edge downward and pulling it clear 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 Cove rs” 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 Cove rs” on page 44. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal (upper) and White to the AUX terminal (lower).[...]

Chapter 3 49 4. Move the antenna away and remove the tw o screws to release the WL AN Board. 5. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure th e cables are tucked into the chassis to preven t damage. 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 Cove rs” on page 44. 2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the di rection of the arrow to disco nnect 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 placi ng heavy objects on top of [...]

Chapter 3 51 4. Remove the four 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.N28 02.003 LCD Module M2.5*8 4 86.N28 02.003 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 Module M2*3 1 86.N2802.004 Right S pea ker Module [...]

Chapter 3 53 Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. Th e 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 side of the Keyb [...]

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 on to the T ouchPad area to expose the FFC connector . 4. Open the locking latch and disco nnect the FFC from the mainbo ard. 5. Lift the keyboard cle[...]

Chapter 3 55 Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboa rd” on page 54. 2. T urn the computer over . Remove the two se curing screws from the botto m of the chassis. 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as sh own. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype LCD Module M2.5*8 2[...]

56 Chapter 3 4. S tand the computer on th e LCD Panel and pull the An tenna cables 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 h[...]

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 completely 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 Hinge[...]

58 Chapter 3 12. Remove the four securing screws (t wo 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 . Remove the eleven screws on the bottom panel. 3. T urn the computer over . Remove the three 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 cables from the Mainboard. 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 th e FFC cable as shown. 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove th e FFC cable as shown[...]

62 Chapter 3 9. Remove the nine screws on the top panel. 10. S tarting at the rear lef t side of t he cover , pry apart the Upp er and Lower Covers as shown. W ork 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 Co ver” on page 59. 2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Cove r as shown. 3. Remove the two screws securing the Power Board to the Upper Cover . 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 Co ver” on page 59. 2. Locate the Left S peaker Mo dule on the Upper Cove r as shown. 3. Remove the adhesive tape from the S peaker cable. 4. Remove the S pea ker cable from the cable channel. Ensu re that the cable is free from all cable clips.[...]

Chapter 3 65 5. Remove the single securing screw from the Left S peaker Module. 6. Lift the S peaker clear of the Upper Cover , le ft 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 Co ver” on page 59. 2. Locate the Right S pe aker Module on the Upper Cover as show n. 3. T urn the Upper Cover over and remove the Right S peake r Module cable fro m the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 4. T urn the Upper Cover over and [...]

Chapter 3 67 5. Remove the single securing screw from the Right S p eaker Module. 6. Lift the S peaker clear of the Upper Cover , rig ht side first as shown. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Right S pea ker Module M2*3 1[...]

68 Chapter 3 Removing the TouchPad Bracket IMPORT ANT : The T ouchPad Board cannot be removed ind ividua lly . T o replace the T ouchPad Board, replace the entire Upper Cover . 1. See “Removing the Upper Co ver” 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 discon[...]

Chapter 3 69 4. Remove the two screws from T ouchPad bracket. 5. Lift the rear edge of the T ou chPad bracket first to clear th e securing 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 Co ver” on page 59. 2. Remove the single 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 for di sposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. T o re place the battery , so lder the new battery to the connections shown.[...]

72 Chapter 3 Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cove rs” on page 44. 2. T urn the Mainboard over to access the Thermal Module. 3. Remove the four securing screws (i n reverse numerical order 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 Thermal Module ” on page 72. 2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard as shown . 3. Remove the three 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 damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed. 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module ” on page 72. 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver , rotate the CPU locking scre w 180° counter-clock[...]

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.N2 802.002 LCD Brackets M2*3 6 86.N2802 .004 Rem ove LCD Pane l Rem ove LCD B e z e l Rem ove LCD FPC C ab le Remo v e LC D Panel fr om M ain Unit befor e proc eedi ng Rem ove L[...]

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

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 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 securing screws (three on each side) fro m 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 p anel over to expose the rear . Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from th e 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 le ft antenna cabl e in place. Ensu re the cabl e is free from obstruction s. 3. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure tha t the cabl e is free from all cab le clips and a dhesive strips. 4. Remove the adhesive tap[...]

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 tha t the cabl e is free from all cab le clips and a dhesive strips.[...]

86 Chapter 3 8. Remove the adhesive tape 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 co rrectly seated. 2. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna in place. 3. Run the cable down th e side of the LCD Module using all available cli ps and adhesive. 4. Run the cable alon[...]

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 a s shown 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 pane l. Replace the six screws (three on 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 under [...]

92 Chapter 3 Replacing the Camera Module 7. Replace the Camera cable clu ster in the LCD Module. 8. Secure the LCD mod ule with the tw o securing screws. 1. Place the camer a in the LCD Module. 2. Connect 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 fo ur 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 one d 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 Module and Mainboard then replace the modul e. Keep the module as level as possible to spre ad the thermal grease evenly . 4. Replace the fo ur securing screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secur e the Thermal Module in place. 1. Ensure that the Mainboa [...]

98 Chapter 3 Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the T ouchPad bracket top edge fi rst to engage the securing clips. 2. Press the bracket down to engage the securing clips. 3. Replace the two 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 as indicated to secure it to the Upper Cover .[...]

100 Chapter 3 Replacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Place the mod ule left side first on the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the lef t side of th e module is seated correctly in the securing clip. 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module in place. 3. Pass the cable through the Upper Cover as shown. 4. T urn the Upper Cover over and run th[...]

Chapter 3 101 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 1. Place the module righ t side fir st on the Up per Cover as shown. Ensure that the right side of the module is sea ted correctl y in the securing clip. 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module in place. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 4. Secure the c[...]

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 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 screws in the Upper Cover as shown.[...]

104 Chapter 3 4. Replace the three scre w 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 left and right screw covers are shaped differently . Ensure that the correct cover is used. 3. Replace the left screw cover as shown. Ensure that the[...]

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 screws securing the LCD Modul e to the Upper Cover . 6. Ensure that the Hinge Covers are replaced correctly . Identify th e rear edge of th e covers by th e two securing clips. [...]

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 Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 12. Run the LCD cable along the cable channe l using all available cab[...]

Chapter 3 109 14. S tand the comp uter on the L CD Panel a nd 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 cabl es alon g the cab le channel as show n, using all available cable clips.[...]

11 0 Chapter 3 17. Replace the two screws securing the LCD Modul e 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 place. 2. T urn the Ke yboard over and insert it front edge first into the chassis. NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Press down as indicated to se cure 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 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 screws to secure the module . 3. Connect the two Antenna cables to the module. NOTE: The black cable connects to the upp er terminal (MAIN) and the white cable to the lower terminal (MAIN). 4. After connecting the c[...]

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

11 6 Chapter 3 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 3. Replace the three 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 cli cks into place an d is fl ush 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 the batte ry pack and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place. 1 2[...]

11 8 Chapter 3[...]

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 Ace r 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 llowing actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Check the power cable is properly co[...]

Chapter 4 121 No Display Issue If the Displa y doesn’t work, perform the following 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 se lected. On[...]

122 Chapter 4 Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally , perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer . 2. If permanent vertical/horizon tal 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 pi[...]

Chapter 4 123 LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time 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 problem. 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 tions 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 7 S tartup Repair Utility: a. insert the Windows 7[...]

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 play when load ed • 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 displays a down arrow , right-click on the device and click Enable . b. Double-click DVD/C D-ROM d rives . 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 ATA [...]

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 show n if applicable. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the foll owing ac[...]

130 Chapter 4 Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform th e following actions one at a time to correct th e problem. 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 the problem. 1. T ry an alternative mouse. 2. If the mouse u ses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there i s a good connection. See the mouse user manual. 3. If the mouse uses a USB connecti on, try an alter[...]

132 Chapter 4 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, electros tatic discharge, or software errors. FRU repla cement 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 the POST . Sec: NO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (CommonPlatformsecIa32SecCore.inc) Code Description 0xC2 MTRR setup 0xC3 Enab le cache 0xC4 Est ablish cache tags 0xC5 Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0. 0xCF Cach e Init Finished[...]

134 Chapter 4 0x29 Perform JEDEC memory init ialization for all memory rows 0x30 Perform steps required after memory init 0x31 Prog ram DRAM throttling an d throttling event registers 0x32 Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable 0x33 Enable RCOMP 0x34 Clear DRAM initialization bit in the SB 0x35 Initialization Seque nce Complete[...]

Chapter 4 135 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0x00 0x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG 0xA1 PEI_OEM _SER VICE 0xA2 PEI_SIO_INIT 0xA3 PEI_MONO_ST A TUS_CODE 0xA4 PEI_CPU_IO_PCI_CFG 0x06 PEI_CPU_ IO 0x07 PEI_PCI_CF G 0xA5 PEI_CPU_PE IM 0xA6 PEI_PLA TFORM_ST AGE1 0xA7 PEI_V ARIABLE 0xA8 0x0C PEI_SB_INIT PEI_CAPSULE 0xAA PEI_PLA TFORM_ST AGE2 0xA[...]

136 Chapter 4 0xC1 RUN_ RIME 0xC2 MONOT ONIC_COUNTER 0xC3 W A TCH_ DOG_TIMER 0xC4 SECURITY_STUB 0xC5 DXE_CPU_ IO 0xC6 CF9_RESET 0xC7 PC_R TC 0xC8 ST A TUS_CODE 0xC9 V ARIABLE EMU_V ARIABLE 0xD9 DXE_CHIPSET_INIT 0x45 DXE_ALER T_FORMA T 0xD6 PCI_HOST_BRIDGE 0xD7 PCI_EXPRESS 0xD5 DXE_SB_INIT 0xDA ID E_CONTROLLER 0xDB SA T A_CONTROLLER 0xDD SB_SM_BUS 0[...]

Chapter 4 137 0x8E LEGAC Y_REGION 0x8F LEGAC Y_INTERRUPT 0x70 BIOS_KEYBOARD 0x71 BIOS_VEDIO 0x72 MONITER _KEY 0x73 LEGAC Y_BIOS 0x75 LEGAC Y_BIOS_PLA TFORM 0x76 PCI_PLA TFORM 0x6C ISA_FLOOPY 0x6D PS2_MOUSE 0x6E USB_BOT 0x6F USB_CBI0 0x74 USB_MOU SE 0xF A SETUP_ UTILITY 0x90 FW _BLOCK_SERVICE 0x78 SMM_ USB_LEGACY 0x86 GR APHICS_CONSOLE 0x87 TERMINAL[...]

138 Chapter 4 0x1 1 CHINESE 0xB0 JAP ANE SE 0xB1 DXE_UNICODE_COLLACTION Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT Code Description 0xD4 SMM_ACCESS 0xDE SMM_ CONTROL 0xCC SMM _BASE 0xD2 SMM_ RUNTIME 0xDF SB_SMM_ DISP A TCH 0xD0 SMM_ THUNK 0xCA SMM _ACPI_SW_CHILD 0xFE SMM _PLA TFORM 0xD8 SMM_ GMCH_MBI 0x90 SMM_ FW_BLOCK_SER VICE 0x91 SMM_V ARIABLE 0[...]

Chapter 5 139 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Item Description JL VDS1 LCD Connector JP14 Power/B Connector JSPK1 S peake r(Left) Connector JSPK2 S peaker(Right) Connecto r JKB1 Inte rnal Keyboard Connector JTP1 T ouch Pad Connector U18 South Bridge SW2 T ouch pad (Lef t) Button SW3 T ouch pad (Right) Button Chapter 5[...]

140 Chapter 5 Bottom View ITEM DESCRIPTION PJP1 AC-IN Connector JRJ1 RJ45 Connector JC RT1 CRT C on ne ct o 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 5 141 Power Board ITEM DESCRI PTION U1 Lid 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[...]

142 Chapter 5 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provides you with the st andard operating procedures of clearing p assword and BIOS recovery for Acer Aspire 5241 Series. The machi ne pr ovid es one Hardware Open Gap on main board fo r clearing pass- word check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recove ry . Clearing Password Chec[...]

Chapter 5 143 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 [...]

144 Chapter 5[...]

Chapter 6 145 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) list ing in global configurations of Acer Aspire 5241 Series. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU P ARTS, you should c heck the most up-to-d[...]

146 Chapter 6 Acer Aspire 5 241 Series Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 3 4 5[...]

Chapter 6 147 No. Description Acer P/N 1 Middle Cover Assy 60.N2802.003 2 Hinge Cap Assy 42.N2802.001 3 Upper Case Assy 60.N2802.001 4 Mainboard MB.N6502.001 5 Lower Case 60.N2802.002[...]

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

Chapter 6 149 Rear Assembly No. Description Ac er P/N 1 RAM Door 42.N2802.004 2 HDD Door 42.N2802.005 3 Lower Case 60.N28 02.002 3 1 2[...]

150 Chapter 6 Acer Aspire 5241 Series 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 CH[...]

Chapter 6 151 LOWER CASE 60.N2802.002 TP BRACKET 33.N2802.001 MIDDLE COVER ASSY 60.N2802.003 HINGE CAP ASSY 42.N2802.001 UP CAP R 42.N2802.002 UP CAP L 42.N2802.003 RAM DOOR ASSY 42.N2802.004 HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N2802.005 CA TEGOR Y Description AcerPN[...]

152 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: FG 01 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 6 153 ODD BEZEL-SUPER MU L TI 42.N2802.006 ODD BRACKET 33.N2802.003 Keyboard Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 S tandard 99KS Black US International KB.I1700.438 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 S tandard 99KS Black Greek KB.I1700.423 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Internal 17 S tandard 99KS Black Arabic KB.I1700.414 Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Inter[...]

154 Chapter 6 LCD ASSY LCD MODULE 15.6 IN. WXGA GLARE W/ ANTENNA*2, CCD 0.3M 6M.N2802.001 LCD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B156XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms LK.15605.001 CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LK.15605.002 CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare L TN156A T01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LK.15606.001 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6[...]

Chapter 6 155 ASSY LCD MODULE 15.6 IN. WXGA GLARE W/O CCD 6M.N3202.001 LCD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B156XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms LK.15605.001 CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LK.15605.002 CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare L TN156A T01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LK.15606.001 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare L[...]

156 Chapter 6 ASSY LCD MODULE 15.6 IN. WXGA GLARE W/ ANTENNA*2, W/O CCD 6M.N3202.001 LCD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B156XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms LK.15605.001 CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LK.15605.002 CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare L TN156A T01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LK.15606.001 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6"[...]

Chapter 6 157 ASSY LED MODULE 15.6 IN. WXGA GLARE W/ ANTENNA*3 W/O CCD 6M.N5502.001 LCD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B156XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms LK.15605.001 CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LK.15605.002 CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare L TN156A T01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 LK.15606.001 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6"[...]

158 Chapter 6 Memory NANY A SO-D IMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1G T64UH8D0FN-3C LF 64*16 0.07um KN.1GB03.026 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY -667G1 LF 64 *16 0.065um KN.1GB04.010 Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB EBE1 1UE6ACUA-6E-E LF 64*16 0.065um KN.1GB09.008 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3-C E6 LF 64*16 0.055um KN.1G[...]

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Appendix A 160 Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 5241 RO Country Acer Part No Description WW WW S2.PQP02.001 AS5241-102G1 6Mn W7HP64AWW1 MC UMA512Cbs_2 2*1G/160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES62 WW WW S2.PQQ02.001 AS52 41-102G16Mn W7HP64AWW1 MC UMA512bs_2 2*1G/160/6L2 .2/5R/ CB_bgn_HG_ES62 CPU VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 HDD 1(GB) SMPM100[...]

161 Appendix A Aspire 5541 RO Country Acer Part No Des cription AAP Australia/New Zealand LX.PQC02.003 AS5541G-304G6 4Mn W7HP64A T AU1 MC M92XT512Cbs_2 2*2G/640/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ ES61 AAP Australia/New Zealand LX.PQC02.002 AS5541G-304G5 0Mn W7HP64A T AU1 MC M92XT512Cbs_2 2*2G/500_L/6L2 .2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ ES61 AAP Australia/New Zealand L[...]

Appendix A 162 EME A Denmark LX.PQN02.020 AS5541-304G32Mn W7HP64A TDK2 MC UMACbs_ 2 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn _0.3D_HG_ENS1 EME A Eastern Europe LX.PQN02.019 AS5541-304G32Mn W7HP64A TEU5 MC UMACbs_ 2 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn _0.3D_HG_RO1 1 EME A Eastern Europe LX.PQN02.018 AS5541-304G32Mn W7HP64A TEU5 MC UMACbs_ 2 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/C B_bgn_0.3D_ HG_[...]

163 Appendix A AAM300 M92S XT 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N500GB5.4KS AAM300 M92S XT 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N320GB5.4KS A TM500 M92S XT 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) SO2GBII8 SO2GBII8 N320GB5.4KS AAM300 M92S XT 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N160GB5.4KS AAM300 M92S XT 512M- DDR2(64*16*4) SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250GB5.4KS AAM300 M9[...]

Appendix A 164 AAM300 UMA N SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N320GB5.4KS AAM300 UMA N SO1GBII6 N N160GB5.4KS AAM300 UMA N SO1GBII6 N N160GB5.4KS CPU VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 HDD 1(GB)[...]

Appendix B 165 Test Compatible Components This computer ’s compat ibility is tested and verified by Acer ’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows ® 7 with backwards compatibility to Windows XP . Refer to the following lists for components, adapter ca rds, and peripherals which have passed these tests[...]

166 Appendix B Microsoft ® Windows ® 7 Environment Test BRAND Ty p e Des cription A cover Quanta Wistron Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Normal wi IMR Adapter DEL T A 65W Adapter DEL T A 65 W 19V 1.7x5. 5x1 1 Y ellow ADP-65JH [...]

Appendix B 167 Audio Codec Realtek ALC272X Realtek Audi o Codec ALC272X ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC2 72X ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC2 72X ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC2 72X ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC2 72X ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC2 72X B cover Mirror Mirror Mirror Mirror Mirror Mirror Mirror w/Camera Mirror w/Camera Mirror w/Ca[...]

168 Appendix B SANYO 6CEL L2.2 Battery SANYO AS-2009A Li -Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) 6CELL2.2 Battery SANY O AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) 6CELL2.2 Battery SANY O AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) 6CELL2.2 Battery SANY O AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh M[...]

Appendix B 169 SONY 6CELL2.2 Battery SONY AS-2009 A Li-I on 3S2P SONY 6 cel l 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(G6F) 6CELL2.2 Battery SONY AS-2009 A Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cel l 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(G6F) 6CELL2.2 Battery SONY AS-2009 A Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cel l 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(G6F) 6CELL2.2 Battery SONY AS-2009 A Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cel l 4400mAh [...]

170 Appendix B CPU AMD AAM300 CPU AMD AthlonII M300 2.0G 1M 35W Caspian AAM300 CPU AMD AthlonII M300 2.0G 1M 35W Caspian AAM300 CPU AMD AthlonII M300 2.0G 1M 35W Caspian AAM320 CPU AMD AthlonII M320 2.1G 1M 35W Caspian AAM320 CPU AMD AthlonII M320 2.1G 1M 35W Caspian AAM320 CPU AMD AthlonII M320 2.1G 1M 35W Caspian SMPM100 CPU AMD SempronM M100 2.0[...]

Appendix B 171 HGST N3 20GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 32 0GB HTS545032B9A300 Panthe r B SA T A LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria = 0.014g-cm N320GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rp m 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panthe r B SA T A LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria = 0.014g-cm N320GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rp m 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panthe r B [...]

172 Appendix B SEAGA TE N160GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB ST9160314AS Wyatt SA T A LF F/W :000 1SDM1 N160GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB ST9160314AS Wyatt SA T A LF F/W :000 1SDM1 N160GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB ST9160314AS Wyatt SA T A LF F/W :000 1SDM1 N160GB5.4KS HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB S[...]

Appendix B 173 TOSHIBA N160GB5.4KS HDD T OSHIBA 2.5" 54 00rpm 160GB MK16 55GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W: FG01 1J N160GB5.4KS HDD T OSHIBA 2.5" 54 00rpm 160GB MK1655GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W: FG01 1J N160GB5.4KS HDD T OSHIBA 2.5" 54 00rpm 160GB MK1655GSX Libra SA T A LF F/W: FG01 1J N160GB5.4KS HDD T OSHIBA 2.5" 54 00rpm 160GB MK1655GSX[...]

174 Appendix B TOSHIBA N320GB5.4KS HDD T OSHIBA 2.5" 5 400rpm 320GB Capricorn BS ,MK3265GSX SA T A 8MB LF F/W:GJ001J N320GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB Capricorn BS ,MK3265GSX SA T A 8MB LF F/W:GJ001J N320GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB Capricorn BS ,MK3265GSX SA T A 8MB LF F/W:GJ001J N320GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" [...]

Appendix B 175 WD N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT -22A23T0 , WD, ML320S SA T A 8MB LF F/W: 01.01A01 N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT -22A23T0 , WD, ML320S SA T A 8MB LF F/W: 01.01A01 N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT -22A23T0 , WD, ML320S SA T A 8MB LF F/W: 01.01A01 N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2[...]

176 Appendix B WD N320GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT -22ZCT0 ML160 SA T A LF F/W:1 1 .01A1 1 N320GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT -22ZCT0 ML160 SA T A LF F/W:1 1 .01A1 1 N320GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT -22ZCT0 ML160 SA T A LF F/W:1 1 .01A1 1 N320GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200B[...]

Appendix B 177 LAN Atheros AR8132L Atheros AR8132L AR8132L Athero s AR8132L AR8132L Athero s AR8132L AR8132L Athero s AR8132L AR8132L Athero s AR8132L AR8132L Athero s AR8132L LCD AUO N15.6WXGAG C CFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156 XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156 XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1[...]

178 Appendix B AUO N15.6WXGAG L CD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B1 56XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms N15.6WXGAG LCD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B1 56XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms N15.6WXGAG LCD AUO 15.6" WXGA Glare B1 56XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms NLED15.6WXGA G LED LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW02 V0 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 NLED15.6WXGA G LED LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA [...]

Appendix B 179 LPL N15.6 WXGAG C CFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156WH1-T LA1 LF 220nit 8ms 400:1 N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156WH1-T LA1 LF 220ni t 8ms 400:1 N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156WH1-T LA1 LF 220ni t 8ms 400:1 N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156WH1-T LA1 LF 220ni t 8ms 400:1 N1[...]

180 Appendix B MEM HYNIX SO1GBII6 Memo ry HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HMP1 12S6EFR6C-Y5 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM D DRII 667 1GB HMP1 12S6EFR6C-Y5 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM D DRII 667 1GB HMP1 12S6EFR6C-Y5 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM D DRII 667 1GB HMP1 12S6EFR6C-Y5 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GB[...]

Appendix B 181 MICRON SO1GBII6 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF1286 4HDY - 667G1 LF 64*16 0.065um SO1GBII6 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY - 667G1 LF 64*16 0.065um SO1GBII6 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY - 667G1 LF 64*16 0.065um SO1GBII6 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY - 667G1 LF 6[...]

182 Appendix B SAMSUNG SO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO -DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T286 4EH3- CE6 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3- CE6 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3- CE6 LF 64*16 0.055um SO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3- CE6 LF 64*16 0.055um S[...]

Appendix B 183 ODD HLDS NSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X G T30N LF W/ O bezel SA T A (HF + Windows 7) NSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X G T30N LF W/ O bezel SA T A (HF + Windows 7) NSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X G T30N LF W/ O bezel SA T A (HF + Windows 7) NSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIV[...]

184 Appendix B SONY NSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DRI VE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X AD-7585H LF W/O bezel SA T A (HF + Window s 7) NSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X AD-7585H LF W/O bezel SA T A (HF + Window s 7) NSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm T ray DL 8X AD-7585H LF W/O bezel SA T A (HF + Window s 7) NSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DR[...]

Appendix B 185 McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee McAfee Antivirus appl ication McAfee VGA Chip AMD M92SXT AMD M92SXT 55nm 23mm*23mm S2 package M92SXT AMD M92SXT 55nm 23mm*23mm S2 package None UMA UMA[...]

186 Appendix B Wireless LAN Foxconn 3rd WiF i 1x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) 3rd WiFi 1x 2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) 3rd WiFi 1x 2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) 3rd WiFi 1x 2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) 3rd WiFi 1x 2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Athe ros HB[...]

Appendix C 187 Online Support Information This section describe s online tech ni cal support servi ces available to hel p you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor , deal er , ASP or TPM, please re fer your technical que ries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Unit s may access our website. Howe[...]

188 Appendix C[...]

189 A AFLASH Utility 31 Antennas Removing 84 Replacing 87 B Battery Replacing 117 Battery Pack Removing 42 BIOS ROM type 16 vendor 15 Version 15 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 139 brightness hotkeys 12 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 o uchPad Failu re 124 T r oubles hooting 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 utility BIOS 23–31 W Windows 2000 Environ[...]

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