Acer Aspire 4740, Aspire 4740G Service Manual

Aspire 4740/4740G Series

Service Guide

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Copyright

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The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the

contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is. Should the
programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its
dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential
damages resulting from any defect in the software.

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Conventions

The following conventions 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.

WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might

result from doing or not doing specific
actions.

CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to

avoid possible hardware or software
problems.

IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions

relevant to the accomplishment of
procedures.

IV

Preface

Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.

1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION
decided for Acer's global product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product
competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.
add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered
in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible
personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.

2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information
available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will
not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer
office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service
Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and
service of customer machines.

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Table of Contents

System Specifications 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Closed Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Easy-Launch Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Special Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Using the System Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

System Utilities 29

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

DOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

WinFlash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Removing BIOS Passwords: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Miscellaneous Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Machine Disassembly and Replacement 47

Disassembly Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Pre-disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

External Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

External Modules Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Removing the SD Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Removing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Removing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Main Unit Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Removing the Hinge Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Removing the Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

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Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Removing the Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Removing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Removing the Finger Print Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Removing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Removing the Media Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Removing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Removing the Modem Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Removing the Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Removing the RJ-11 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Removing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Removing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

LCD Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Removing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Removing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Removing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Removing the LCD Brackets and Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Removing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Removing the MIC Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

LCD Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Replacing the MIC Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Replacing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Replacing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Replacing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Replacing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Main Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Replacing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Replacing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Replacing the RJ-11 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Replacing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Replacing the Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Replacing the Modem Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Replacing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Replacing the Media Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Replacing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

Replacing the Finger Print Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

Replacing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122

Replacing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

Replacing the Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

Replacing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

Replacing the Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130

Replacing the Hinge Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Replacing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Replacing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Replacing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Replacing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Replacing the SD Card Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

Troubleshooting 137

Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

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Power On Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

Random Loss of BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

LCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

Built-In Keyboard Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

Touchpad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

Internal Speaker Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

Internal Microphone Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

HDD Not Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

ODD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

USB Failure (Rightside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

Modem Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

Wireless Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

Bluetooth Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

EasyTouch Button Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151

Media Board Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151

Fingerprint Reader Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Thermal Unit Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153

Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154

Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154

Post Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

Jumper and Connector Locations 161

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

Clearing Password Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 165

Aspire 4740/4740G Exploded Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166

Main Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166

Aspire 4740/4740G FRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167

Screw List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176

Model Definition and Configuration 178

Aspire 4740 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178

Aspire 4740G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184

Test Compatible Components 199

Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200

Online Support Information 205
Index 207

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System Specifications

Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:

Operating System

• Genuine Windows® 7™

Platform

• Intel® Core™ i7 processor*

• Intel® Core™ i5 processor*

• Intel® Core™ i3 processor*

• Mobile Intel® HM55 Express Chipset

System Memory

• Dual-Channel SDRAM support

• Up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules

Chapter 1

Display and graphics

• 16:9 aspect ratio

• 14" HD 1366 x 768

• NVIDIA® GeForce® 310M (Aspire 4740G)

• Integrated Intel® GMA HD graphics (Aspire 4740)

Storage subsystem

• 2.5" hard disk drive

• Optical drive option:

• Blu-ray Disc™ /DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive*

• DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive*

• Multi-in-1 card reader

Audio

• Dolby®-optimized surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers

• True 5.1-channel surround sound output

• High-definition audio support

• S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers

• Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones

• MS-Sound compatible

Chapter 1 1

Communication

• Acer Video Conference, featuring:

• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam*

• Acer PureZone technology

• WLAN:

• Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6200 802.11a/g/n*

• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/n*

• Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*

• WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)*

• LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready

• Modem: 56K ITU V.92; Wake-on-Ring ready

Dimensions and Weight

• 342 (W) x 239 (D) x 23/38.6 (H) mm (13.4 x 9.4 x 0.9/1.5 inches)

• 2.3Kg (5.07lbs) with 6-cell battery

Privacy control

• Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution*

• BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords

• Kensington lock slot

Power subsystem

• ACPI 3.0

• 48.8 W 4400 mAh

• 3-pin 65 W AC adapter*

• ENERGY STAR®*

Special keys and controls

• 86-/87-/91-key keyboard

• Touchpad pointing device

I/O interface

• Multi-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD)

• USB 2.0 ports

• HDMI™ port with HDCP support

• External display (VGA) port

• Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support

• Microphone-in jack

• Line-in jack

• Ethernet (RJ-45) port

• Modem (RJ-11) port

2 Chapter 1

• DC-in jack for AC adapter

Environment

• Temperature:

• 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%

NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. The specifications listed above are for reference

only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.

Chapter 1 3

System Block Diagram

Fan Control

page 41

PCI-E 2.0x16 5GT/s PE R LANE

100MHz

PEG(DIS)

LVDS(DIS)
CRT(DIS)

CRT

LVDS Conn.

SW

page 29

PCI-Express x 8 (ABD PCIE1 2.5GT/S CKD PCIE1/2 2. 5/5GT/S)

NAL90 Sub-board

LS-5682P

USB/B

page 35

LS-4493P

Media/B

page 38

LS-5683P

Function/B

page 38

LS-5681P

Finger Printer/B

page 35

page 28

port 2,4 port 1

MINI Card x2

WLAN, TV

page 32

NALG0 Sub-board

LS-5682P

USB/B

page 35

LS-5683P

Function/B

page 38

LS-5681P

Finger Printer/B

page 35

LVDS
SW

page 28

LVDS(UMA)

HDMI(UMA)

LAN(GbE)

BCM57780

page 33

RJ45

page 34

HDMI(DIS)

HDMI Conn.

page 30

Level Shift

page 30

RTC CKT.

Power On/O CKT.

DC/DC Interface CKT.

Power Circuit DC/DC

Nvidia N11MGE1

page
22,23,24,25,26,27

page 8

page 8

page 42

page

CRT Conn.

page 29

133MHz

Auburndale / Clarkseld
(UMA/DIS) (DIS)

(UMA)

100MHz

2.7GT/s

CRT(UMA)

100MHz

Touch Pad

page 38

Intel

Processor

rPGA988A

page 4,5,6,7,8,9

Intel

Ibex Peak-M

PCH

page 13,14,15,16,17
18,19,20,21

LPC BUS

33MHz

ENE KB926

page 37

Memory BUS(DDRIII)

Dual Channel

1.5V DDRIII 800/1066/1333

USB conn x2

DMI x4FDI x8

USB port 8 HS
USB Port 2 (eSATA)
USB port 0 (sub board)

100MHz

1GB/s x4

USBx14

HD Audio

SATA x 6 (GEN1 1.5GT/S ,GEN2 3GT/S)

SPI

SPI ROM x2

page 13

Int.KBD

page 38

BIOS ROM

page 38

6.4G/8.5G/10.6G

100M/133M/166M(CFD)

3.3V 48MHz

3.3V 24MHz

port 0

SATA HDD
Conn.

page 31

204pin DDRIII-SO-DIMM X2

BANK 0, 1, 2, 3

page 35

100MHz

SATA ODD
Conn.

page 31

port 1

CMOS
Camera

USB port 3

eSATA
Conn.

page 35

2 egap53 egap

port 4

Bluetooth
Conn

USB port 10

Clock Generator

IDT: 9LRS3199AKLFT
SILEGO: SLG8SP587

133/120/100/96/14.318MHZ to PCH

48MHZ to CardReader

page 10,11

Finger
Printer

USB port 11

8

page 35

HDA Codec

ALC888

page 40

Audio AMP

APA2051

page 41

Int. Speaker

page 41

page 12

Card
Reader

USB port 6

page 36

page 39

MDC

4 Chapter 1

Your Acer Notebook tour

Front View

No. Icon Item Description

1 Acer Crystal Eye

webcam

2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.

3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),

4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.

5 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to

6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.

Chapter 1 5

Web camera for video communication (only for
certain models).

displays computer output (Configuration may
vary by models).

show the status of the computer's functions
and components.

No. Icon Item Description

7 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when

you use the computer.

8 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to

show the status of the computer's functions
and components.

9 Click buttons

(left, center* and
right)

10 T ouchpad T ouch-sensitive pointing device which functions

1 1 Touchpad Toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

The left and right buttons function like the left
and right mouse buttons.
*The center button serves as Acer Bio­Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer
FingerNav 4-way control function (only for
certain models).

like a computer mouse.

12 Volume Up/

Volume Down

13 Programmable

P

14 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio

key

Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for

Wireless LAN
communication
button/indicator

Bluetooth
communication
button/indicator

Increase system volume/decrease system
volume.

User-programmable.

three-step data backup.
Enables/disables the wireless LAN

function. Indicates the status of wireless
LAN communication.

Enables/disables the Bluetooth function.
Indicates the status of Bluetooth
communication. (only for certain models)

output.

6 Chapter 1

Closed Front View

No. Icon Item Description

1 Power Indicates the computer’s power status.

Battery Indicates the computer’s battery status.

1. Charging: The light shows amber when the
battery is charging.

2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in
AC mode.

Chapter 1 7

Left View

No. Icon Item Description

1 DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter

2 Ethernet (RJ-45)

port

3 External display

(VGA) port

4
5

6 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD

7 Multi-in-1 card

HDMI

USB 2.0 Connects to USB 2.0 devices.
HDMI port Supports high definition digital video

Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.

Headphones/
speaker/line-out
jack with S/PDIF
support

reader

Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based
network.

Connects to a display device
(e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).

connections.

player, stereo walkman, mp3 player).

Connects to audio line-out devices
(e.g., speakers, headphones).

Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard
(MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro
(MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card.

Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only
one card can operate at any given time.

8 Chapter 1

Right View

No. Icon Item Description

1 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse,

USB camera).
2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.
3 Optical disk access

indicator

4 Optical drive eject

button

5 Emergency eject

hole

6 Modem (RJ-11)

port

7 Kensington lock

slot

Lights up when the optical drive is active.

Ejects the optical disk from the drive.

Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is

turned off.

Note: Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject

hole to eject the optical drive tray when the

computer is off.

Connects to a phone line.

Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer

security lock.

Rear View

No. Item Description

1 Ventilation

slots

Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.

Chapter 1 9

Bottom View

No. Icon Item Description

1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.

2 Battery release

latch

3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with

4 Memory

compartment

5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.

6 Ventilation slots

and cooling fan

Releases the battery for removal.

screws).

Houses the computer's main memory.

Enables the computer to stay cool, even after

prolonged use.

Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the

fan.

10 Chapter 1

Indicators

The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators:
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed.

Icon Function Description

Power Indicates the computer's power status.

Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.

NOTE: 1. Charging: The battery light show s amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light

shows green when in AC mode.

Easy-Launch Buttons

Located beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are:
Programmable, Backup, Wireless LAN, and Bluetooth.

To set the programmable key, run the Acer Launch Manager.

Icon Function Description

Programmable key User-Programmable.

P

Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step

data backeup.

Wireless communication
switch

Bluetooth communication
switch

Enables/disables the wireless function.

Enables/disables the Bluetooth function.

Chapter 1 11

Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader)

The following items show you how to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader:

• Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the cursor.

• Press the left (2) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and

execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.
Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button.

• Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function

(only for certain models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (only for certain models) to scroll up or down
and move left or right a page. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your cursor pressing on the
right scroll bar of Windows applications.

Function Left Button (2) Right Button (4) Main touchpad (1)

Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed

as double-clicking a mouse

button).
Select Click once. Tap once.
Drag Click and hold, then use

finger on the touchpad to
drag the cursor.

Tap twice (at the same speed

as double-clicking a mouse

button); rest your finger on

the touchpad on the second

tap and drag the cursor.
Access

Click once.

context menu

NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your fingers - dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger

movement; hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not increase the
touchpad’s responsiveness.

12 Chapter 1

Using the Keyboard

The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function
and special keys.

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.

Lock key Description

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Num Lock

<Fn> + <F11>

Scroll Lock <Fn> +
<F12>

When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys
function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use
this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution
would be to connect an external keypad.

When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press
the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some
applications.

The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters
located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols
are not printed on the keys.

Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off

Number keys on
embedded keypad

Cursor-control keys on
embedded keypad

Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing letters on

Type numbers in a normal manner.

Hold <Shift> while using cursor­control keys.

embedded keypad.

Hold <Fn> while using cursor­control keys.

Type the letters in a normal
manner.

Chapter 1 13

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key Description

Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button;

it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of
functions:

<>: Open or close the S tart menu
<> + <D>: Display the desktop
<> + <E>: Open Windows Explore
<> + <F>: Search for a file or folder
<> + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
<> + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or

switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)

<> + <M>: Minimizes all windows
<> + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
<> + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
<> + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
<> + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
<> + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
<> + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the desktop
<> + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
<> + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar

Application
key

<CTRL> +
<CTRL> + <> + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the

Note: Depending on your edition of Windows 7, some shortcuts may not function as

This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the
application's context menu.

<> + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)

taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D

described.

14 Chapter 1

Hot Keys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.

To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

Hotkey Icon Function Description

<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.

<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings

Management

<Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower

Management

<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display

<Fn> + <F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save

<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.

Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer
Empowering Technology.

Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer
Empowering Technology.

screen, external monitor (if connected) and
both.

power. Press any key to return.

Chapter 1 15

Special Key

You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign 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 then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/

typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.

The US dollar sign

1. Open a text editor or word processor.

2. Hold <Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.

16 Chapter 1

Using the System Utilities

Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose
fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness
of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against
unauthorized access to your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank, easy
music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch, secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast
application/website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch, while Acer ProfileLaunch can launch up to
three applications/websites from a single finger swipe.

Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents
using Acer FingerNav. With Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution, you can now enjoy an extra layer of
protection for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple
swipe of your finger!

For more information refer to the Acer Bio-Protection help files.

Chapter 1 17

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor

Item Specification

CPU Type Intel® Mobile Calpella Arrandale CPU
Core Logic

CPU Package mPGA-989
CPU Core

Voltage

Processor Specifications

Processor

#

Ci3330M 2.13 GHz 2 1.6 3 MB mPGA-989 35 W KC.33001.DMP
Ci3350M 2.26 GHz 2 2.5 3 MB mPGA-989 35 W KC.35001.DMP
Ci5430M 2.26 GHz 2-4 2.5 3 MB mPGA-989 35 W KC.43001.DMP
Ci5520M 2.4 GHz 2-4 2.5 3 MB mPGA-989 35 W KC.52001.DMP
Ci5540M 2.53 GHz 2-4 2.5 3 MB mPGA-989 35 W KC.54001.DMP
Ci7620M 2.66 GHz 4 N/A 4 MB mPGA-989 35 W KC.62001.DMP

• Two execution cores

• A 32-KB instruction and 32-KB data first-level cache (L1) for each core

• A 256-KB shared instruction/data second-level cache (L2) for each core

• Up to 4-MB shared instruction/data third-level cache (L3), shared among all

cores

Refer to table below

CPU

Speed

Cores

Bus

Speed

GT/s

Cache

Size

Package

Core

Voltage

Acer P/N

System Board Major Chips

Item Specifications

Core logic Intel Ibex Peak-M (HM55)
Keyboard Controller ENE KB926 for Keyboard Controller, Battery management Unit, and RTC
LAN Broadcom BCM57780A1KMLG for Giga LAN
Media Card Reader Realtek RTS5159 for Card Reader, 7 in 1 controller
Audio Codec Realtek ALC888S-VC for High Definition Audio Codec with Dolby Digital Live

CPU Fan True Value Table (DIS)

CPU Temperature (°C)

Core 0 Core 1 Core 2 Core 3

Fan Speed

(rpm)

SPL Spec

(dBA)

45 45 45 45 2900 28
55 55 55 55 3200 31
60 60 60 60 3500 34
68 68 68 68 3900 37
85 85 85 85 4200 40
99 99 99 99 4200 40

• Throttling 50%: On =99°C; Off=89°C

• OS Shut down: 104°C

• H/W Shut down: 92°C

18 Chapter 1

CPU Fan True Value Table (UMA)

CPU Temperature (°C)

Core 0 Core 1 Core 2 Core 3

Fan Speed

(rpm)

40 40 40 40 2900 28
45 45 45 45 3200 31
50 50 50 50 3500 34
60 60 60 60 3900 37
80 80 80 80 4200 40
99 99 99 99 4200 40

• Throttling 50%: On =99°C; Off=89°C

• OS Shut down: 104°C

• H/W Shut down: 92°C

BIOS ROM

Item Specification

BIOS Vendor Insyde H20
BIOS Version V0.09
BIOS ROM Type Flash ROM
BIOS ROM Size 4 MB
Supported Protocols

• Support ISIPP

• Support Acer UI

• Support multi-boot

• Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4)

• Va rious hot-keys for system control

• Support SMBIOS 2.3 ,PCI2.2.

• Refer to Acer BIOS specification.

• DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag

• Support PXE

• Support WinFlash

• Wake on LAN from S3

• Wake on LAN form S4 in AC mode

BIOS Password control Supervisor, User, and HDD

SPL Spec

(dBA)

Chapter 1 19

System Memory

Item Specifications

Memory Controller Onboard
Memory Size 0MB (No on-board Memory)
DIMM socket number 2 sockets
Supports Memory size

per socket
Support maximum

memory size
Support DIMM type DDR III Sync hronous DRAM
Support DIMM Speed 800/1066 MHz
Support DIMM voltage 1.5V
Support DIMM

package
Cache 6MB L2 on CPU
VGA Memory 512 MB with optional adjustable 128MB UMA VGA memory share from North

Memory module
combinations

Memory Combinations

Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory

0MB 512MB 512MB
0MB 1024MB 1024MB
0MB 2048MB 2048MB
512MB 512MB 1024MB
512MB 1024MB 1536MB
512MB 2048MB 2560MB
1024MB 0MB 1024MB
1024MB 512MB 1536MB
1024MB 1024MB 2048MB
1024MB 2048MB 3072MB
2048MB 0MB 2048MB
2048MB 512MB 2560MB
2048MB 1024MB 3072MB
2048MB 2048MB 4096MB
4096MB 4096MB 8192MB

4 GB

8 GB for 64bit OS (with two 2GB SO-DIMM)

204-pin DDR III-800/1066 SO-DIMM

Bridge
Y ou can inst all memory modu les in any combination as long as they match the

above specifications

NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various

capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be
reversed.

20 Chapter 1

Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item Specifications

Vendor &
Model Name

Capacity

Seagate
ST9250827AS

250 320, 160 500 320, 250, 160 500, 320, 250,

Seagate
ST9320320AS
ST9160310AS

Seagate
ST9500325AS

(MB)
Bytes per

512 512 512 512 512

sector
Data heads

4 4, 2 4 4, 4, 2 4, 3, 2, 2

Drive Format
Disks
Spindle speed

2 2 or 1, 1 2 2, 2, 1 2, 2, 1, 1
5400 5400 5400 5400 5400

(RPM)
Performance Specifications
Buffer size
Interface
Internal

8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB
SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA
778 352 1,175 400 ~ 794

transfer rate
(Mbits/sec,
max)

I/O data

300 150 300 300 300 maximum

transfer rate
(Mbytes/sec

max)
DC Power Requirements
Voltage

5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5%

Toshiba

MK3252GSX

MK2552GSX

MK1652GSX

typical

WD
WD5000BEVT
WD3200BEVT
WD2500BEVT
WD1600BEVT

160

106 Mbits/s
maximum

Chapter 1 21

Super-Multi Combo Module

Item Specification

Vendor & model name Philips DS-8A2S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A
Performance S p ecification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained:

Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB
Interface SATA
Applicable disc format Applicable media types:

Writing:

Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL

Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW Version 1.2 / DVD-R DL Version

3.0.

Reading:

DVD single/dual layer (PTP, OTP), DVD-R single/dual layer

DVD+R single/double layer

DVD-RW

DVD+RW

CD-DA

CD-ROM

CD-ROM/XA

Photo-CD, Multi-session, Video CD

CD-I FMV, CD Extra, CD Plus, CD-R, and CD-RW
Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Op en)

Tact SW (Open)

Emergency Release (draw open hole)
Power Requirement
Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5%

Sustained:
Max 10 Mbytes/sec

22 Chapter 1

Super-Multi Combo Module (continued)

Item Specification

Vendor & model name HLDS GT10N Sony AD7580S
Performance

Specification
Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained:

Buffer Memory 2 MB
Interface SATA
Applicable disc formats

Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open)

Power Requirement
Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5%

With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette

Sustained:
1,571 (typical)

3,600 KB/s (24x) max.

Sustained:

11.08 Mbytes/s (8x)
max.

• DVD-ROM:

• 4.7GB (Single Layer)

• 8.5GB (Dual Layer)

• DVD-R:

• 3.95GB (Ver. 1.0: read only)

• 4.7GB (Ver. 2.0 for Authoring: read

only)

• 4.7GB (Ver. 2.1 for General: read &

write)

• (DL) 8.5GB (Ver. 3.0)

• DVD-RW:

• 4.7GB (Ver. 1.2/ Rev 1.0, 2.0, 3.0)

• DVD-RAM: 1.46GB/side, 4.7GB/side (Ver.

2.2)

• DVD+R: 4.7GB (Ver. 1.3)

• (DL) 8.5GB (Ver. 1.1)

• DVD+RW:

• 4.7GB (Vol.1 Ver.1.3)

DVD Read:
DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18),
DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD (Hybrid),
UDF DVD, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-R 3.95 GB,
DVD-R Authoring, DVD-R Multi-Border,
DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+R Multi­Session, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM V1.0, DVDRAM
V2.0 & 2.1 &2.2.

CD Read:
CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA Mode-2
Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i, CD-i
Bridge, Video-CD (MPEG-1), Karaoke CD, Photo­CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD Extra, itrax
CD, CD-Text, UDF CD, CD-R, and CD-RW

DVD Write:
DVD Data & Video

CD Read:

• CD-ROM Mode-1 data disc

• CD-ROM Mode-2 data disc

• CD-ROM XA, CD-I, Photo-CD Multi-

CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA Mode-2
Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i, Video-

CD, CD-Text

Session, Video CD

• CD-Audio Disc

• Mixed mode CD-ROM disc (data and

audio)

• CD-Extra

• CD-Text

• CD-R (Conforming to “Orange Book Part

2”: read & write)

• CD-RW (Conforming to “Orange Book Part

3”: read & write)

Tact SW (Open)
Emergency Release (draw open hole)

Sustained:
10,993 (typical)

Chapter 1 23

Blueray Combo Drive

Item Specification

Manufacturer and Model Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR
Type Drawer loading
Interface SATA
Data Transfer Modes

• PIO mode

• DMA

• Ultra DMA33

Buffer Memory Size 4.5 MB
Maximum Write Speed 11 Mbytes/sec
Maximum Read Speed 9 Mbytes/sec
Formats Supported Read

• BD-Video (12cm, Single and Dual Layer), BD-ROM (12cm, Single

and Dual Layer)

• DVD-Video (8cm/12cm, Single and Dual Layer), DVD-ROM (8cm/

12cm, Single and Dual Layer), Multi-Boarder, Multi-Session

CD Write

• CD-R Media (48x/40x/32x/24x/16x/8x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Taiyo-

Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex,
RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK

• CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER,

OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDA TA, GigaStorage,
Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips

DVD Write

• DVD+R Media (16x/8x/4x/2.4x) Taiyo-Yuden, Mitsubishi (Verbatim),

Ricoh, TDK

• DVD+R Double Layer Media (8x/2.4x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim)

• DVD+RW Media (8x/4x/2.4x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Ricoh, TDK

• DVD-R Media (16x/8x/4x/2x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), TDK, Taiyo-

Yuden, PVC, Fuji Film, Ritek

• DVD-R DL Media (8x/4x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim)

• DVD-RW Media (6x/4x/2x/1x) JVC, PVC, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), TDK

• DVD-RAM Ver2.2 Media (5x/3x/2x) Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell

Power Supply +5V (DC)
Voltage Allowance +5V (DC) ±5%

24 Chapter 1

LCD 14”

Item Specification

Vendor/model name

• Samsung LTN140AT01-G01

• AUO B140XW01

• LG LP140WH1

• CMO N140B6 - L02

Screen Diagonal (mm) 355.6 (14.0”)
Display Area (mm) 309.399(H) X 173.952(V)
Display resolution (pixels) 1366 x 768
Pixel Pitch 0.2265(H) x 0.2265(V)
Display Mode Normally white

2

220 (typ.)

Typical White Luminance (cd/m

)

(also called Brightness)
Contrast Ratio (typical) 500
Response Time (Optical Rise

8 (typ.)

Time/Fall Time) msec
Input Voltage 3.3V ±0.3V
Typical Power Consumption

5W (max.)

(watt)
Weight 375g (max.)
Physical Size (mm) 324.0(H) x 192.5(V) x 5.2(D)
Electrical Interface LVDS
Support Color 262,144
Viewing Angle (degree) Min. Typ.

Horizontal

Vertical 10 15

CR => 10

40 45
40 45

25 30

Temperature Range (°C)
Operating
Storage (shipping)

0 to 50°C

-20 to 60°C

Chapter 1 25

VGA Graphic Controller

Item Specification

Type Intel built in VGA chip (Aspire 4740)

Nvidia (Aspire 4740G)
Processor Cores 128
Graphics Clock 1836 MHz
Texture Fill Rate 47.2 (billion/sec)
Memory Interface

Width
Memory Bandwidth 64 (GB/sec)
Maximum VGA

Resolution

Keyboard

Item Specification

Keyboard Controller ENE KB926
Total number of keypads 86-/87-/91-key
Windows logo key Yes
Internal & external keyboard work

simultaneously

Media Card Reader

Item Specification

Type Realtek RTS5159

256-bit

2048x1536

Yes

26 Chapter 1

Item Specification

Features • Compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0

• Compliant with USB Mass Storage Class Bulk only Transport S pecification

Rev. 1.0

• Support High-speed (480Mbps) and Full-speed (12Mbps) Data Transfer

• USB bus power operation

• Support Control, Bulk IN / OUT data pipes

• Support the following memory card interfaces:

• Secure Digital TM (SD), MultiMediaCard TM (MMC), Mini-SD, Micro-SD

(T-flash), RS-MMC,

• Mobile-MMC and MMC-micro

• Memory Stick TM (MS), Memory Stick PROTM (MS-PRO), MS Duo, MS-

PRO Duo and Micro-MS (M2)

• MSPRO-HG Duo 8-bit mode

• xD-Picture Card TM (xD) including Type M and Type H

• Support hardware ECC (Error Correction Code) function

• Support hardware CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) function

• Programmable clock rate for flash memory card interfaces

• Support MS-PRO v1.02

• Support MS v1.43

• Support MS PRO-HG Duo v1.01

• Support SD version 2.0

• Support MMC version 4.2

• Support xD v1.2

• Integrated Fast 8051 microprocessor

• External serial EEPROM interface

• 12MHz crystal oscillator with integrated PLL

• Support 48Mhz directly input from clock generator

• On chip 3.3V to 1.8V regulator

• On chip MOSFET with 250mA capability for direct power control of all

types memory cards

• Support Spread Sp ectrum Clock for SD/MMC and MS/MSPRO/HG to

reduce EMI effect

• Support USB remote wake-up ability with memory card inserted and

removal operation

• Automatically controls USB online / offline to reduce power consumption

• 48-pin LQFP package

Audio Interface

Item Specification

Audio Controller REALTEK ALC888S-VC
Audio onboard or

Onboard

option
Mono or Stereo Stereo
Internal Microphone AC-coupled input,100mV

Internal speaker/

2 * 4 Ohm 2W Main Speakers

maximum

P-P

Quantity

Chapter 1 27

LAN

Item Specification

Type Broadcom BCM57780A1KMLG for Giga LAN
Features

• Integrated 10/100/10000BASE-T transceiver

• Automatic MDI crossover function

• PCIe V1.1 compliant

• 10/100/10000BASE-T full -duplex/half -duplex MAC

• Receive side scaling(RSS) for multicore processors

• Complies with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, and 802.1p

• Wake on LAN (WOL) support meeting the ACPI requirements

• Statistics for SNMP MIB II, Ethernet-like MIB, and Ethernet MIB (IEEE

802.3z, Clause 30)

• Self-boot feature, utilizing smaller EEPROM size with ability to use on-chip

memory

• Supports iSCSI boott

• PCI Express CLKREQ support

• Integrated switching regulator for improved power consumption

• IPv4 and IPv6 large send offload and checksum offload(LSO/TCO)

CIR

Item Specification

Type ENE KB926
Features

• Several protocols decoded/encoded by hardware.

• Interrupt for CIR application.

• Support wide/narrow band receiver.

• Transmit/Receive simultaneously.

• Remote power-on support.

Finger Print Reader

Item Specification

Type AES1610
Detection 128 x 8 pixels @ 500 ppi
Package

• 40 Ball Grid Array (BGA)

• 12mm x 5 mm

Battery

Item Specifications (3S2P)

Vendor & model name

• SONY AS-2007A

• Panasonic AS-2007A

• Simplo AS-2007A

• Sanyo AS-2007A

Battery Type Li-ion
Pack capacity 4400 mAh
Number of battery cell 6
Package configuration 3S2P

28 Chapter 1

Chapter 2

System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/
Output System).

Y our computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility . However, if
you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4
Troubleshooting when problem arises.

To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during POST (when Press <F2> to enter Setup message is prompted
on the bottom of screen).

Press F2 to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to “disabled”. If you want to change
boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set the parameter to “enabled”.

Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without
entering BIOS SETUP Utility.

Navigating the BIOS Utility

There are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit.
Follow these instructions:

• To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys.

• To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys.

• To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6.

• A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press Enter to expand this item.

• Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.

• In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing F9. You can also press F10 to save any

changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a

particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item
Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values. Please
note that system information is subject to different models.

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Information

The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.

InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Main Boot

SecurityInformation

CPU Type:

CPU Type:

CPU Speed:

CPU Speed:

HDD Model Name:

HDD Model Name:

HDD Serial Number:

HDD Serial Number:

ATAPI Model Name:

ATAPI Model Name:

System BIOS Version:

System BIOS Version:

KBC BIOS Version: V0.09

KBC BIOS Version: V0.09

VGA BIOS Version:

VGA BIOS Version:

Serial Number:

Serial Number:

Asset Tag Number:

Asset Tag Number:

Product Name:

Product Name:

Manufacturer Name:

Manufacturer Name:

UUID:

UUID:

Exit

Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU M620 @ 2.67GHz

Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU M620 @ 2.67GHz

2.67GHz

2.67GHz

Hitachi HTS545050B9A300

Hitachi HTS545050B9A300

090730PB4400Q7HJ00LJG

090730PB4400Q7HJ00LJG

TSSTcorp CDDVDW TSL633C

TSSTcorp CDDVDW TSL633C

V0.09T6

V0.09T6

Intel V1869

Intel V1869

123456789

123456789

Aspire 4740/4740G

Aspire 4740/4740G

Acer

Acer

B044702E41CE67BEE6C68002622668350

B044702E41CE67BEE6C68002622668350

Help

F1

Exit

ESC

NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.

Parameter Description

CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system.
CPU Speed This field shows the speed of the CPU.
HDD Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master.
HDD Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master.
ATAPI Model Name This field displays the model name of the installed ODD drive.
System BIOS Version Displays system BIOS version.
KBC BIOS Version This field displays the KBC BIOS version.
VGA BIOS Version This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system.
Serial Number This field displays the serial number of this unit.
Asset Tag Number This field displays the asset tag number of the system.
Product Name This field shows product name of the system.
Manufacturer Name This field displays the manufacturer of this system.
UUID Number Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) is an identifier standard used in software

Select Item
Select Menu

construction, standardized by the Open Software Foundation (OSF) as part of
the Distributed Computing Environment (DCE).

F5/F6
Enter

Change Values
Select SubMenu

Setup Default

F9

Save and Exit

F10

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Main

The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option
and recovery.

InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Main

System Time:

System Time:
System Date:

System Date:

Total Memory:

Total Memory:

Video Memory:

Video Memory:

Quick Boot

Quick Boot

Network Boot

Network Boot

F12 Boot Menu

F12 Boot Menu

D2D Recovery

D2D Recovery

SATA Mode

SATA Mode

Display Mode

Display Mode

SecurityInformation

Boot

Exit

[21:32:55]

[21:32:55]

[09/18/2009]

[09/18/2009]

4096 MB

4096 MB

[64 MB]

[64 MB]

[Enabled]

[Enabled]

[Enabled]

[Enabled]

[Disabled]

[Disabled]

[Enabled]

[Enabled]

[AHCI Mode]

[AHCI Mode]

[Hybrid]

[Hybrid]

Item Specific Help

This is the help for the
hour field. Valid range
is from 0 to 23.
/INCREASE

REDUCE

: F5/F6

Help

F1

Exit

ESC

NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested

parameter settings.

Parameter Description Format/Option

System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24-

System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY

Total Memory This field reports the memory size of the system.

Video Memory
Quick Boot Enables the boot sequence to skip some processes to

Network Boot Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote

F12 Boot Menu Enables or disables the Press <F12> to display boot

D2D Recovery Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The function

SATA Mode Control the mode in which the SATA controller should

Display Mode Sets the display mode. Hybrid

Select Item
Select Menu

hour format.

Memory size is fixed to 3017 MB.
This field reports the video Memory size.

boot up more quickly.

server).

menu message during startup.

allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc
drive to store operation system and restore the system
to factory defaults.

operate.

F5/F6
Enter

Change Values
Select SubMenu

Setup Default

F9

Save and Exit

F10

Format: HH:MM:SS
(hour:minute:second)

(month/day/year)
N/A

N/A
Option: Enabled or Disabled

Option: Enabled or Disabled

Option: Enabled or Enabled

Option: Enabled or Disabled

Option: AHCI or IDE

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Security

The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.

InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Information

Supervisor Password Is:

Supervisor Password Is:

User Password Is:

User Password Is:

HDD Password Is:

HDD Password Is:

Set Supervisor Password

Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password

Set User Password

Set HDD Password

Set HDD Password

Password on Boot

Password on Boot

Main Boot

Security

Exit

Clear

Clear

Clear

Clear

Clear

Clear

[Disabled]

[Disabled]

Item Specific Help

Install or Change the
password and the length
of password must be
greater than one word.

Help

F1

Exit

ESC

The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.

Parameter Description Option

Supervisor Password Is Show s the se tting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set
User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set
HDD Password Is Shows the setting of the hard disk password. Clear, Set, or

Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password. When

Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When user

Set HDD Password Press Enter to set the Hdd password. When Hdd

Power on password Defines whether a password is required or not while

Select Item
Select Menu

set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility
from unauthorized access. The user can not either
enter the Setup menu nor change the value of
parameters.

password is set, this password protects the BIOS
Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The user can
enter Setup menu only and does not have right to
change the value of parameters.

password is set, this password protects the Hdd from
unauthorized access.

the system powers on.

F5/F6
Enter

Change Values
Select SubMenu

Setup Default

F9

Save and Exit

F10

Frozen

N/A

N/A

N/A

Disabled or
Enabled

NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don’t forget

your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your
dealer to reset it.

32 Chapter 2

Setting a Password

Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:

1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The

Set Supervisor Password box appears:

Set Supervisor Password

Enter New Password [ ][ ]

Confirm New Password [ ]

2. Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8

alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New
Password” field.

IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen.

3. Press Enter. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.

4. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter.

5. When you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Removing a Password

Follow these steps:

1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The

Set Password box appears:

Set Supervisor Password

Enter Current Password [ ][ ]

Enter New Password [ ]

Confirm New Password [ ][ ]

2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Passwor d fi el d an d press Enter.

3. Press Enter twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.

The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”.

4. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Chapter 2 33

Changing a Password

1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The

Set Password box appears.

Set Supervisor Password

Enter Current Password [ ][ ]

Enter New Password [ ]

Confirm New Password [ ][ ]

2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Passwor d fi el d an d press Enter.

3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password

field.

4. Press Enter. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.

5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.

6. When you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following.

Setup Notice

Changes have been saved.

[Continue][Continue]

The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter.
If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the

Setup Warning.

Setup Warning

Invalid Password.

[Continue][Continue]

If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen displays the following
message.

Setup Warning

Passwords do not match.

Re-enter password.

[Continue][Continue]

34 Chapter 2

Boot

This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices
includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay.

InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Information

Boot priority order:

Boot priority order:

Main Boot

Security

Exit

Item Specific Help

1. Network Boot : LEGACY PCI DEVICE

1. Network Boot : LEGACY PCI DEVICE

2. USB FDD :

2. USB FDD :

3. IDE0 : Hitachi HT S545050B9A300

3. IDE0 : Hitachi HT S545050B9A300

4. USB HDD :

4. USB HDD :

5. USB CDROM:

5. USB CDROM:

6. IDE1 : TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C

6. IDE1 : TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C

F1
ESC

Help
Exit

Select Item
Select Menu

F5/F6
Enter

Change Values
Select SubMenu

Use < > or < > to select
a device, then press
<F5> to move it down the
list, or <F6> to move
it up the list. Press
<Esc> to escape the menu

Setup Default

F9

Save and Exit

F10

Chapter 2 35

Exit

The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.

InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Information

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Load Setup Defaults

Discard Changes

Discard Changes

Save Changes

Save Changes

Main

Security

Boot

Exit

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and
save your changes to
CMOS.

Help

F1

Exit

ESC

The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

Parameter Description

Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Exit Discarding

Changes
Load Setup Default Load default values for all SETUP item.
Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.
Save Changes Save Setup Data to CMOS.

Select Item
Select Menu

Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.

F5/F6
Enter

Change Values
Select SubMenu

F9
F10

Setup Default
Save and Exit

36 Chapter 2

BIOS Flash Utility

The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:

• New versions of system programs

• New features or options

• Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.

Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette

before you use the Phlash utility.

NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.
NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not

contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not
completely loaded.

Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.

1. Prepare a bootable diskette.

2. Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette.

3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function.

Chapter 2 37

DOS Flash Utility

Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility:

1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu.

2. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move

USB HDD to position 1.

InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Information

Boot priority order:

Boot priority order:

Main Boot

Security

Exit

Item Specific Help

1. Network Boot : LEGACY PCI DEVICE

1. Network Boot : LEGACY PCI DEVICE

2. USB FDD :

2. USB FDD :

3. IDE0 : Hitachi HT S545050B9A300

3. IDE0 : Hitachi HT S545050B9A300

4. USB HDD :

4. USB HDD :

5. USB CDROM:

5. USB CDROM:

6. IDE1 : TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C

6. IDE1 : TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C

Help

F1

Exit

ESC

3. Execute the FLASH.BAT batch file to update BIOS.
The flash process begins as shown.

Select Item
Select Menu

F5/F6
Enter

Change Values
Select SubMenu

Use < > or < > to select
a device, then press
<F5> to move it down the
list, or <F6> to move
it up the list. Press
<Esc> to escape the menu

Setup Default

F9

Save and Exit

F10

4. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays.
NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays.

38 Chapter 2

Plug in the AC power to continue.

5. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays.

Chapter 2 39

WinFlash Utility

Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility:

1. Double click the WinFlash executable.

2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays.

3. When the process is complete, close all programs and applications and reboot the system.

40 Chapter 2

Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities

This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:

Remove HDD Password:

When the user keys in the wrong password three times, the system reports the following error code to user.

To unlock the HDD password, perform the following steps:

1. Press Enter to display the Select Item screen.

2. Select Enter Unlock Password and press Enter.

An Unlock Password displays.

3. Make a note of the key, 76943488 in the example.

4. Boot up the system to a removable bootable drive containing DOS and the UnlockHD.EXE program and

open a DOS prompt. For instructions on changing boot priority see “Boot” on page 35.

5. Enter the UnlockHD.EXE command and input the key to create an unlock code. Make a note of the

result, for example 46548274.

6. Reboot and enter the BIOS by pressing F2 when prompted.

7. Go to the Security menu and select Set Hdd Password.

8. Enter the unlock code generated by UnlockHD.EXE as the current password, 46548274 in the example,

and complete the New Password and Confirm fields to create a new HDD password.

9. Save and exit the BIOS to complete the process.

Chapter 2 41

Removing BIOS Passwords:

If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the
image below.

To reset the BIOS password, run BIOS_PW.EXE as follows:

1. Key in bios_pw 14452 0

2. Select one string from the list.

3. Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password.

42 Chapter 2

Cleaning BIOS Passwords

To clear the password, perform the following steps:

1. From a DOS prompt, Execute clnpwd.exe

2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen.

The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not.

Chapter 2 43

Miscellaneous Utilities

Using Boot Sequence Selector

Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changes without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot
Sequence Selector, perform the following steps:

1. Enter into DOS.

2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen.

3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence, for example, enter BS2 to

change the boot sequence to HDD|CD ROM|LAN|Floppy.

Using DMITools

The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to eeprom to be used in the DMI pool
for hardware management.

When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking the table correlates with the hardware before
sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.).

To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps:

1. Enter into DOS.

2. Execute dmitools.exe. The following messages show dmitools usage:

• dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from memory

• dmitools /wm xxxx ==> Write manufacturer name to EEPROM (max. 16 characters)

• dmitools /wp xxxx ==> Write product name to EEPROM (max. 16 characters)

• dmitools /ws xxxx ==> Write serial number to EEPROM (max. 22 characters)

• dmitools /wu xxxx ==> Write uuid to EEPROM (Ignore String)

• dmitools /wa xxxx ==> Write asset tag to EEPROM (max. 32 characters)

NOTE: The following write examples (2 to 5) require a system reboot to take effect

Example 1: Read DMI Information from Memory

Input:

dmitools /r

Output:

Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer
Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): eMachines xxxxx
Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789
UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx
Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h ): Acer Asstag

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Example 2: Write Product Name to EEPROM

Input:

dmitools /wp Acer

Example 3: Write Serial Number to EEPROM

Input:

dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789

Example 4: Write UUID to EEPROM

Input:

dmitools /wu

Example 5: Write Asset Tag to EEPROM

Input:

dmitools /wa Acer Asstag

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46 Chapter 2

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for
maintenance and troubleshooting.

Disassembly Requirements

To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:

• Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge

• Flat screwdriver

• Philips screwdriver

• Plastic flat screwdriver

• Plastic tweezers

• Thin metal pin for ejecting the ODD tray

NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the

screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.

Chapter 3

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General Information

Pre-disassembly Instructions

Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:

1. Turn 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, stable surface.

4. Remove the battery pack.

Disassembly Process

The disassembly process is divided into the following stages:

• External module disassembly

• Main unit disassembly

• LCD module disassembly

The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence.
Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. For example, if you
want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly
frame in that order.

Main Screw List

Description Quantity Acer P/N

M2*3 ZK NL+ 18 86.PAA02.001
M2.5*3 XK NL+ 12 86.PAA02.002
M2.5*5 ZK NL+ CR3+ 12 86.PAA02.003
M2.5*10 ZK NL+ 12 86.PAA02.004
M2.5*4 ZK 5 86.PAA02.005
M3*3 NI+ 4 86.PAA02.006
M2.5*3.2 NI+ 4 86.PAA02.007
M2.5*5 NI NL+ 8 86.PAA02.001

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External Module Disassembly Process

External Modules Disassembly Flowchart

The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you
on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main
board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.

Turn off system
and peripherals

power

Disconnect power
and signal cables

from system

Remove

Battery

Remove

Dummy Card

Remove

Lower Covers

Remove

WLAN

Remove

DIMMs

Remove

HDD

Remove

ODD

Screw List

Step Screw Quantity Part No.

WLAN Module M2*3 2 86.PAA02.001
HDD Carrier M3*3 4 86.PAA02.006
ODD Module M2.5*5 1 86.PAA02.003
ODD Bracket M2*3 2 86.PAA02.001

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Removing the Battery Pack

1. Turn the computer over.

2. Slide the battery locking latch to the unlock position.

3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main

unit (2).

2

1

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Removing the SD Dummy Card

1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.

2. Pull the dummy card out from the slot.

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Removing the Lower Covers

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50.

2. Loosen the five (5) captive screws in the covers as shown.

HDD
Cover

WLAN
Cover

3. Remove the DIMM Cover.

DIMM
Cover

4. Remove the WLAN Cover as shown.

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5. Carefully open the HDD Cover.

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Removing the WLAN Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 52.

2. Disconnect the two (2) antenna cables as shown.

3. Remove the two (2) securing screws.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

WLAN Module M2*3 2

4. Pull the WLAN module out of the slot.

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5. Remove two (2) screws from the WLAN bracket and lift it clear of the device.

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Removing the DIMM Modules

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 52.

2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module.

3. Remove the DIMM module.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for any remaining DIMM modules.

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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 52.

2. Grasp the Pull Tab and slide the HDD away from the connector.

3. Pull the HDD up as shown to remove.

NOTE: To prevent damage to HDD, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.

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4. Remove the four (4) screws (two each side) securing the HDD to the carrier.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

HDD Carrier M3*3 4

5. Lift the HDD out to remove.

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Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 52.

2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

ODD Module M2.5*5 1

3. Insert an implement to push the ODD Module out of the bay.

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4. Remove the two (2) screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive
module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

ODD Bracket M2*3 2

5. Insert a pin in the manual eject hole of the ODD bezel to eject the ODD tray.

6. Press down on the locking latch to release and remove the ODD bezel.

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Main Unit Disassembly Process

Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart

Remove External

Modules before

proceeding

Remove

Hinge Covers

Remove

Switch Cover

Remove

Keyboard

Remove

Fingerprint

Reader

Remove

TouchPad

Bracket

Upper

Cover

Remove

Media Board

Remove

Function Board

LCD Module

Upper Cover

Remove

Remove

Remove

Speaker Module

Remove

USB Board

Remove

RJ-11 Port

Lower
Cover

Remove

Modem Module

Remove

Mainboard

Thermal Module

Bluetooth Module

Remove

Remove

CPU

Remove

Screw List

Step Screw Quantity Part No.

Hinge Covers M2.5*5 2 86.PAA02.003
Switch Cover M2.5*3 4 86.PAA02.002

M2.5*10 2 86.PAA02.004
Speaker Module M2.5*3 2 86.PAA02.002
LCD Module M2.5*5 6 86.PAA02.003
Upper Cover M2.5*10 10 86.PAA02.004

M2.5*5 5 86.PAA02.003
Finger Print Reader M2*3 1 86.PAA02.001

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Step Screw Quantity Part No.

TouchPad Bracket M2*3 2 86.PAA02.001
USB Board M2.5*3 1 86.PAA02.002
Modem Module M2 *3 2 86.PAA02.001
BT Module M2.5*3 1 86.PAA02.002
Mainboard M2.5*3 1 86.PAA02.002
Thermal Module M2.5*3.2 4 86.PAA02.007
Media Board M2.5*3 2 86.PAA02.002

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Removing the Hinge Covers

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50.

2. Remove the two (2) screws from the Hinge Covers.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Hinge Covers M2*3 2

3. Slide the covers off the hinges in the direction of the arrows.
IMPORTANT:The left and right Hinge Covers are shaped differently and marked L and R on the inside. Ensure

that the correct cover is used during reassembly.

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Removing the Switch Cover

CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is

recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover.

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50.

2. See “Removing the Hinge Covers” on page 63.

3. Locate and remove the six (6) securing screws on the bottom of the computer.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Switch Cover
(red callout)

Switch Cover
(green callout)

4. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module to expose the Switch Cover.
IMPORTANT:The LCD module does not fully extend. Damage will occur if you attempt to extend the LCD

module beyond the manufacturer’s design.

M2.5*3 4

M2.5*10 2

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5. Push the Switch Cover downward (1) and lift the leftside of the cover upward (2) to release the securing pins.

1

2

6. Lift the left side of the Switch Cover first and gently rotate it from left to right while lifting the right side clear of

the casing.

7. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis.

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Removing the Keyboard

1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 64.

2. Lift the keyboard from both sides to clear the securing tabs underneath.

3. Push the Keyboard toward the LCD screen to expose the Keyboard FFC cable.

4. Unlock the connector and pull the FFC to remove it from the Mainboard.

5. Remove the keyboard from the chassis.

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Removing the Speaker Module

1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 66.

2. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the Speaker Module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Speaker Module M2.5*3 2

3. Remove the adhesive tape securing the LCD cables to the Speaker Module.

4. Disconnect the speaker cable as show n .

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5. Rotate the Speaker Module upward, rear edge first to clear the LCD cables, and remove it from the chassis.

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Removing the LCD Module

1. See “Removing the WLAN Module” on page 54.

2. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 66.

3. Turn the computer over. Remove the two (2) securing screws as shown.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Module M2.5*5 2

4. Pull the Antenna cables through the casing.

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5. Completely remove the Antenna cable from the cable channel.

6. Turn the computer over. Remove two (2) pieces of adhesive tape from the Antenna cables.

7. Rest the computer on the LCD Module and push the Antenna cable through the chassis as shown.

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8. Completely remove the Antenna from the cable channel.

9. Disconnect the LCD cables from the Mainboard as shown.

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10. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the left LCD hinge.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Module M2.5*5 2

11. Remove the two (2) securing screws fro m the right LCD hinge.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Module M2.5*5 2

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12. Peel back the foil tab from the LCD Hinge as shown.

13. Carefully remove the LCD Module from the chassis.

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Removing the Upper Cover

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 69.

2. Turn the computer over. Remove the fifteen screws on the bottom panel.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Upper Cover
(red call out)

M2.5*10 10

Upper Cover
(green callout)

M2.5*5 5

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3. Turn the computer over and disconnect the three (3) FFC cables from the mainboard.

A

Unlock the connector and disconnect A as shown. Unlock the connector and disconnect B as shown.

Unlock the connector and disconnect C as shown.

C

B

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WARNING:Care must be taken when removing the Upper Cover from the Lower Cover to prevent damage or

stress to the surface.

4. Pry apart the left side of the Lower Cover as shown, and lift the rear edge of the Upper Cover upward.

5. Ease the lower casing outward to clear the securing clips and pry apart the right side as shown. Lift the rear

edge of the Upper Cover upward.

6. Completely remove the Upper Cover from the Lower Cover.

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Removing the Finger Print Reader

NOTE: Only the Discrete SKU supports Finger Print Reader technology.

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. Remove the one (1) securing screw on the bracket.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Finger Print
Reader

M2*3 1

3. Remove the adhesive tape from the FFC cable as shown.

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4. Remove the finger print bracket by angling the bracket upward as shown.

5. Detach the FFC from the Touchpad Bracket cable as shown.

6. Remove the finger print board from the casing.

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Removing the TouchPad Bracket

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. Lift the FFC to disengage the adhesive.

3. Open the FFC locking latch as shown and remove the FFC.

4. Remove the two (2) screws from the TouchPad Bracket.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

TouchPad
Bracket

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M2*3 2

5. Remove the TouchPad Bracket from the Upper Cover.

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Removing the Media Board

WARNING:Care must be taken when removing the Media Board Cover from the Upper Cover to prevent

damage or stress to the surface.

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. Detach the media board FFC from the upper case.

3. Remove the two (2) securing screws as shown.

4. Lift the media board clear of the upper case.

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Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Media Board M2.5*3 2

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Removing the USB Board

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the USB board.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

USB Board M2.5*3 1

3. Remove the adhesive tape as shown.

4. Open the FFC locking latch and remove the FFC from the Mainboard.

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5. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive from the casing.

6. Lift the USB Board clear of the casing.

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Removing the Modem Module

1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the cable to the Modem and remove the two (2) securing screws.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Modem Module M2*3 2

3. Lift the Modem Module clear of the Mainboard as shown.

4. Turn the module over and disconnect the Modem cable. Remove the module from the casing.

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Removing the Bluetooth Module

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. Remove the adhesive tape.

3. Grasp the cable as shown and pull to disconnect from the Bluetooth module.

4. Disconnect the cable from the Mainboard and remove it from the cable channel as shown.

5. Remove the one (1) securing screw and remove the module from the chassis.

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Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Bluetooth Module M2.5*3 1

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Removing the Mainboard

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 74.

2. See “Removing the USB Board” on page 83.

3. See “Removing the Modem Module” on page 85.

4. See “Removing the Bluetooth Module” on page 86.

5. Grasp the RJ-1 1 cable and remove it from the Mainboard as shown.

6. Remove the one (1) securing screw.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Mainboard M2.5*3 1

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7. Lift one edge of the mainboard as shown to remove it from the base.

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Removing the RJ-11 Port

1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 88.

2. Turn the Lower Cover over and pull the Modem cable through the casing as shown.

3. Completely remove the Modem cable from the cable channels.

4. Turn the computer over. Pull the Modem cable completely through the casing as shown.

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