Acer EM-7T HM50/70 manual

Aspire 5517 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 5517 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 reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any lan guage or computer languag e, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magne tic, optical, chemi cal, manual or otherwise, without t[...]

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 rmation. 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 product com[...]

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Removing the Left Speake r Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Removing the Right Speake r Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Removing t[...]

IX T able of Contents External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 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® Vista™ Platform • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual -core processor • AMD Athlon™ 64 single-core processo r • AMD M780G Chipset System Memory • Low-latency , hi gh-bandwidth • 128-bit DDR2 SDRAM control[...]

2 Chapter 1 • 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 s • 802.1 1b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot • Dual-Band built-in Antenna for Wireless L[...]

Chapter 1 3 • Kensington Lock (7.5mm) Environment • T emperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80%[...]

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 Integrated 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 urns the i[...]

6 Chapter 1 Closed Front View NOTE: 1 The front pa nel indicators are visi ble even when th e computer cover is closed 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 for your ha nds when you use the computer . 9 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive i[...]

Chapter 1 7 Rear View Left View No. Icon Item Description 1 V entila tion 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 (R J-45) 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 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. [...]

Chapter 1 9 3 Battery lock Locks 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. Ico[...]

10 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators . T he front panel indicato rs are visible even wh en the computer cover is closed. NOTE: 1. Chargi ng: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully ch arged: The light sho ws green when in AC mode. Icon Functio n Description Power Indicates the computer[...]

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 toggle 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 ndows-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 t art 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 Functio n Description <Fn> + <F1>[...]

Chapter 1 15 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-cente r of the keyboa rd. NOTE: Note : Some fonts and software do not support the Eu[...]

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 re of the notebook, firs t ensure that the second moni tor is conn ected, 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, 2.2GHz, 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 BIOS ROM type Flash Features • Flash ROM 1MB • Supports ISIPP • Supports Acer UI • Supports multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • V arious hot-keys for system control • Supports SMBUS 2[...]

Chapter 1 19 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 Item Specification LAN Chipset Atheros AR8132L Package LAN connector type LAN connector location Feature Interface Item Sp ecification Manufacturer Foxcon[...]

20 Chapter 1 Super-Multi Drive Performance S pecifications 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 tra nsfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) 352 39 5~952 (typical) 850 Mbits/s maximum I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 150 300 300 maximum DC Power Requirements V oltage tolerance 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% [...]

Chapter 1 21 Audio Interface Audio Amplifier Speakers Applicable disc formats • DVD-ROM: • 4.7GB (Single Layer) • 8.5GB (Dual Layer) • DVD-R: • 3.95GB (Ver . 1.0: read only) • 4.7GB (V er . 2.0 for Authoring: read only) • 4.7GB (V er . 2.1 for General: read & write) • (DL) 8.5GB (Ver . 3.0) • DVD-RW: • 4.7GB (V er . 1.2 / Re[...]

22 Chapter 1 Microphone Power and Keyboard Controller Battery LCD 15.6” Dimensions Wei gh t Nominal Impedance 4Ohm Power Rating 2W Output Sound Pressure Level Frequency Range Distortion Item Sp ecificat ion V endo r and Model Directivity Current Co nsumption S/N Ratio Frequency Item Specification Controller EM-7T Package Features • T ouchpad po[...]

Chapter 1 23 Card Reader Contrast Ratio 500:1 Response T ime (Optical Rise T ime/Fall T ime) msec 8 Input V oltage T ypical Po wer Consumption (watt) 5.75 Weight (with inverter) 500 Physical Size (mm) 359.3 x 209.5 x 5.9 Electrical Interface L VDS Support Color 262K Viewing Angle (up/down/right/ left) 20/45/45/45° T emperature Range (°C) Operatin[...]

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Chapter 2 25 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 utility . However , if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run[...]

26 Chapter 2 Aspire 5517 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 27 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/Optio n System T ime Sets the system time. T[...]

28 Chapter 2 Security The Security screen co ntains 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 password, you ha ve three tries be fore the syst[...]

Chapter 2 29 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 ex ceed 8 alphan[...]

30 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 ord in the Enter Cur rent Password fiel d and press Enter . 3. T ype a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Pa[...]

Chapter 2 31 Boot This menu allows the user to deci de the order of boot de vices to load the operatin g system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk dr ive and the DVD drive in the module ba y . Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Item Specific Help Use < [...]

32 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 33 BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory upd ate is required for th e 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 sh[...]

34 Chapter 2 DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: 1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Men u. 2. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority orde r , for ex 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 proc[...]

Chapter 2 35 4. In flash BI OS, the me ssage Please do not remove 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. [...]

36 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 37 Removing BIOS Passw ords: 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 t[...]

38 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 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 t[...]

Chapter 2 39 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 hardware before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.). T o update the DMI Pool[...]

40 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 th e MAC.BA T file to write MAC values to eeprom. WriteData = ‘001 12233 4455[...]

Chapter 3 41 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: ?[...]

42 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 43 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. [...]

44 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 45 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.[...]

46 Chapter 3 Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 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 47 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 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[...]

48 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 49 Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 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.[...]

50 Chapter 3 Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 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 (upper) and White to the AUX terminal (lower).[...]

Chapter 3 51 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 prevent dama ge. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype WLAN Module M2*3 2[...]

52 Chapter 3 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 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 53 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[...]

54 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.N2802.004 Right S peaker Module M2[...]

Chapter 3 55 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 44. 2. T urn the computer over . Press down the / and * keys on the right si de of the Keybo[...]

56 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 55. 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 connector . 4. Open the locking latch and disco nnect the FFC from the mainbo ard. 5. Lift the keyboard cl[...]

Chapter 3 57 Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Keyboard ” on page 56. 2. T urn the computer over . Remo ve the two se curing screws from the bottom of the chassis. 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channe l 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[...]

58 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 59 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[...]

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

Chapter 3 61 Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. 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 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[...]

62 Chapter 3 4. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard. A B C D[...]

Chapter 3 63 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. D isconnect A as shown. 6. Disconnect C as shown. 7. R elease the locking latch on B and remove th e FFC cable as shown. 8. R elease the locking latch on D and remove th e FFC cable as sh[...]

64 Chapter 3 9. Remove the nine screws on the top panel. 10. S tarting 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 65 Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 61. 2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Co ver 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[...]

66 Chapter 3 Removing the Left Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 61. 2. Locate the Left S pe aker Module on the Uppe r Cover 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 67 5. Remove the single securing screw from the Left S peake r 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[...]

68 Chapter 3 Removing the Right Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 61. 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 69 5. Remove the single 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[...]

70 Chapter 3 Removing the TouchPad Bracket IMPORT ANT : The T ouchPad Board cann ot be removed individua lly . T o replace the T ouchPad Board, replace the entire Upper Cover . 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 61. 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 71 4. Remove the two 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[...]

72 Chapter 3 Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 61. 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 73 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.[...]

74 Chapter 3 Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46. 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 75 4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.[...]

76 Chapter 3 Removing the CPU Fan 1. See “Removing the Therma l Module” on page 74. 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 77 4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown.[...]

78 Chapter 3 Removing the CPU IMPORT ANT : The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damag ed, the 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 74. 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver , rotate the CPU lockin g screw 180° counter-cloc[...]

Chapter 3 79 LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Ste p Screw Quantity Part No. LCD Bezel M2.5*6 4 86.N2802.0 02 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 ez e l Rem ove LCD FPC C ab le Remo ve LC D Panel fr om Main Unit befor e proc eedi ng Rem ove LCD [...]

80 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. 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 an d aw ay from the panel. Work along the right side toward the top of the b ezel, prying the cove rs apart. Continue along th[...]

Chapter 3 81 Removing the Camera Module 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 80. 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.[...]

82 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 81. 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 83 5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.[...]

84 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 82. 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 85 4. T urn the LCD panel over to expose th e rear . L ift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable fro m 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.[...]

86 Chapter 3 Removing the Antennas 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 82. 2. Remove the adhesi ve strips holding the left ante nna 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 sec[...]

Chapter 3 87 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.[...]

88 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 89 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. Ru n the cable down th e side of the LCD Module using all available cli ps and adhesive. 4. Run the cable alo[...]

90 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. Ru n 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 91 9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when corre ctly installed.[...]

92 Chapter 3 Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Connect the LCD cable to the panel connector as shown. 2. Press dow n 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. Ru n the cable across the back of the panel as shown and press down as indicated to s[...]

Chapter 3 93 5. Align the LCD brackets with the screw hole s 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[...]

94 Chapter 3 Replacing the Camera Module 7. Replace the Camera cable clu ster in the LCD Module. 8. Secure the LCD module with the tw o securing screws. 1. Place the camer a in the LCD Modu le. 2. Connect the cable to the camera module.[...]

Chapter 3 95 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.[...]

96 Chapter 3 2. Replace the fo ur screws and screw caps provided .[...]

Chapter 3 97 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 [...]

98 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 99 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 spread the thermal grease evenly . 4. Replace the four securing screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secur e the Thermal Module in p lace. 1. Ensure that the Mainboa r[...]

100 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 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 3 101 5. Replace the FF C and press down a s indicated to secure it to the Up per Cover .[...]

102 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 single screw 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 the [...]

Chapter 3 103 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 single screw to secure the module in place. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 4. Secure the cable[...]

104 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. Repl ace the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover . 1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover as shown.[...]

Chapter 3 105 2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place. 3. Replace the nine screws in the Upper Cover as shown.[...]

106 Chapter 3 4. Replace the three scre w caps as shown. 5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard. A B C D[...]

Chapter 3 107 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 place.[...]

108 Chapter 3 Replacing the LCD Module 10. T urn the co mputer 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 th[...]

Chapter 3 109 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 the rear edge of the covers by the two securing clips. 7. [...]

11 0 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 white Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 12. Run the LCD cable along the cable channel using all available cabl[...]

Chapter 3 111 14. S tand the computer o n the LCD Panel and pass the An tenna cables th rough the chassi s. 15. The Upper Cover appears as shown when the Ant enna and LCD cables are correctly installed. 16. T urn the co mputer over . Run the Antenna cables alon g the cab le channel as show n, using all a vailable cable clips.[...]

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

Chapter 3 11 3 Replacing the Keyboard 1. C onnect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and cl os e the locking latch to secure the cable in pl ace. 2. Turn the Keyboard over and in sert it front edge first into the chassis. NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Press down as indicated to secu re the Keyboard in place.[...]

11 4 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 5 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 6 Chapter 3 Replacing the WLAN Module Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Repl ace the two screws to se cure 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[...]

Chapter 3 11 7 Replacing the ODD Module Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Press the bezel into the tr ay , bottom edge fi rst, 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 8 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 clicks into place and is flush wit h the casing . Memory Cover HDD Cover[...]

Chapter 3 11 9 Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hol d the battery rele ase latch to the release po sition (1 ), insert the batter y pack and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place. 1 2[...]

120 Chapter 3[...]

Chapter 4 121 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. 2[...]

122 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 4 123 No Display Issue If the Displa y doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the prob lem. 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[...]

124 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 42. 3. If extensive p[...]

Chapter 4 125 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 problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:[...]

126 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 4 127 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[...]

128 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 Vista S tartup Repair Utility: a. insert the Wind[...]

Chapter 4 129 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[...]

130 Chapter 4 a. Double-click lDE A T A/A T API controllers . If a device displa ys 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 excl amation marks against the items in l D E ATA [...]

Chapter 4 131 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[...]

132 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 fa ils, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:[...]

Chapter 4 133 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 uses a wireless connecti on, insert new batteri es and confirm there is a good connection. See the mouse user manual. 3. If the mouse uses a USB connecti on, try an alter[...]

134 Chapter 4 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons th at have nothing 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 4 135 Post Codes These tables describe the POST code s and descriptions durin g the 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 En[...]

136 Chapter 4 45h POST device initialization 46h 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice 48h Check video con figuration agai nst 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 4 137 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[...]

138 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 line 1 (bit one set) has failed. "2E 1020" mean s data bits 12 and 5 (bits 12 and 5 set) have failed in the lower 16[...]

Chapter 5 139 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 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 C RT Co n nec t or JP12 Fan Connector JUSB1 USB Conne ctor JUSB2 USB Conne ctor 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 JDIM[...]

Chapter 5 141 Power Board ITEM DESCRIPTI ON 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 and ard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS reco very for Aspire 5517. 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 5 143 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 (F ield Repl aceable Unit) list ing in global configurations of Aspire 5517. Refer to this chapte r whenever ordering for parts to repair or fo r RMA (Return Merchan dise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU P ARTS, you should c heck the most up-to-date inf[...]

146 Chapte r 6 Aspire 5517 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 3 4 5[...]

Chapter 6 147 No. Description Acer P/N 1 Middle Cover Assy 60.PEE02.002 2 Hinge Cap Assy 42.N2802.001 3 Upper Case Assy 60.PEE02.001 4 Mainboard MB.PGY02.001 5 Lower Case 60.N2802.002[...]

148 Chapte r 6 Base Assembly No. Descriptio n Acer P/N 1 Fan 23.N2802.001 2 Thermal Module 60.N6502.001 3 Mainboard MB.PGY02.001 1 2 3[...]

Chapter 6 149 Rear Assembly No. Descriptio n Acer P/N 1 RAM Door 42.N2802.004 2 HDD Door 42.N2802.005 3 Lower Case 60.N2802.002 3 1 2[...]

150 Chapte r 6 Aspire 5517 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 2[...]

Chapter 6 151 LOWER CASE 60.N2802.002 TP BRACKET 33.N2802.001 MIDDLE COVER ASSY 60.PEE02.002 HINGE CAP ASSY 42.N2802.001 UP CAP R 42.PEE02.001 UP CAP L 42.PEE02.002 RAM DOOR ASSY 42.N2802.004 HDD DOOR ASSY 42.N2802.005 CA TEGOR Y Description AcerPN[...]

152 Chapte r 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 6 153 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 Inte [...]

154 Chapte r 6 LCD ASSY LCD MODULE 15.6 IN. WXGA GLARE W/ ANTENNA*2, CCD 0.3M 6M.PEF02.001 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.[...]

Chapter 6 155 ASSY LCD MODULE 15.6 IN. WXGA GLARE W/O CCD 6M.PEF02.002 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 Chapte r 6 LCD CMO 15.6" WXGA Glare N156B3-L02 LF 220nit 8ms LK.1560D.001 LCD COVER 60.N2802.004 ANTENNA-AUX 50.N2802.002 ANTENNA-MAIN 50.N2802.003 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 LCD BRACKET R&L FOR LC D 33.N2802.004 CAMERA 0.3 57.N2802.001 ASSY LED MODULE 15.6 [...]

Chapter 6 157 ANTENNA-AUX 50.N2802.002 ANTENNA-MAIN 50.N2802.003 ANTENNA-MAIN+MIMO 50.N2802.004 LCD BEZEL FOR W/O CCD F 60.PEE02.003 LED CABLE FOR W/O CCD F 50.N3202.002 LCD BRACKET R&L FOR LC D 33.N2802.004 Mainboard Mainboard AS5532 A TI R S780 SB710 8132 W /O 1394 V1.0 LF MB.PGY02.001 Memory CA TEGOR Y Description AcerPN[...]

158 Chapte r 6 Memory NANY A SO-D IMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1G T64UH8D0FN-3C LF 64*1 6 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-CE6 LF 64*16 0.055um KN.1G[...]

Chapter 6 159[...]

Appendix A 160 Model Definition and Configuration Model RO Country Acer Part No Description CPU AS5517- 203G25Mi P A USA L X.PH10X.00 2 AS5517-203G25Mi VHP32 A TUS1 MC UMACks 2G+1G/250/6L 2.2/5R/ CB_bg_0.3D_HG_EN32 AA TF20 AS5517- 202G16Mi PA A C L A - Portuguese LX.PH10C.0 0 1 AS5517-202G16Mi LINPUSA TXC3 UMACks 2*1G/160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bg_0.3D_HG_EN[...]

161 Appendix A AS5517- 203G16Mi P A USA LX .PGZ0X.00 1 AS5517-203G16Mi VHP32 A TUS1 MC UMAks 2G+1G/160/6L2 .2/5R/ CB_bg_HG_FRB2 AA TF20 AS5517- 202G16Mi WW WW S2.PGZ0C.00 1 AS5517-202G16Mi LINPUSAWW1 UMAks 2*1G/160/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bg_HG_EN1 1 AA TF20 Model LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 AS5517-203G25Mi N15.6WXGAG UMA N SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 AS5517-[...]

Appendix A 162 AS5517- 202G16Mi N160GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1 -Build in AS5517- 6C4G32Mi N320GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1 -Build in AS5517- 6C3G25Mi N250GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1 -Build in AS5517- 203G16Mi N160GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1 -Build in AS5517- 202G16Mi N160GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1 -Build in AS5517- 6C4G32M[...]

Appendix B 163 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 ® XP Home, Windows ® XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter ca rds, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regar[...]

164 Appendix B Microsoft ® Windows ® Vista 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 1.7x 5.5x1 1 Y ellow HP-A0652R3B 1LF , L V5 LED LF B[...]

Appendix B 165 HGST N320GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400 rpm 320GB HTS545032B9 A300 Panther B SA T A LF F/W: C60F WD N320GB5.4KS H DD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT -22ZCT0 ML160 SA T A LF F/W:1 1.01A1 1 SEAGA TE N500GB5.4KS H DD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB ST9500325AS Wyatt SA T A LF F/W:0001SDM1 HGST N500GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400[...]

166 Appendix B PLDS NSM8XS ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X DS- 8A3S LF W/O bezel SA T A VGA Chip None UMA UMA (AMD) NB Chipset AMD AMDRS780MN AMDRS780MN SB Chipset A TI AMDSB710 AMDSB710 Keyboard eMACHINES EM-7T Keyboard EM-7T HM50/70 Inte rnal 17 S tandard Black LAN Atheros AR8132L Atheros AR8132L WiFi Antenna WNC PIF A PIF A Audio Co[...]

Appendix C 167 Online Support Information This section describe s online techni cal support servic es available to hel p 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[...]

168 Appendix C[...]

169 A AFLASH Utility 33 Antennas Removing 86 Replacing 89 B Battery Replacing 119 Battery Pack Removing 44 BIOS ROM type 18 vendor 17 Version 17 BIOS Utility 25–33 Boot 31 Exit 32 Navigating 25 Onboard Device Configur ation 29 Save and Exit 32 Security 28 System Security 32 Board Layout Top View 139 brightness hotkeys 14 C Camera Module Removing [...]

170 Removing 80 Replacing 95 LCD Brackets Removing 84 Replacing 92 LCD Cable Replacing 92 LCD Failure 125 LCD Module Removing 57 Replacing 108 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 79 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure 89 LCD Panel Removing 82 Replacing 92 Left S peaker Module Removing 66 Lower Covers Removing 46 Replacing 117 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowc[...]

171 Removing 70 T ouchPad Bracket Removing 70 Replacing 100 T ouc hPad Failure 126 T roublesho oting Built-in KB Failure 125 EasyTouch Buttons 132 HDTV Switch 133 Internal Speakers 126 LCD Failure 125 No Display 123 ODD 129 Other Failures 133 Power On 122 Thermal Unit 132 TouchPad 126 WLAN 132 U Undetermined Problems 134 Upper Cover Removing 61 Rep[...]

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