Acer ASPIRE 4820T User Manual

Acer Aspire 4820T
Service Guide
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Copyright
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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.
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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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System Specifications 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Closed Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Left View 9 Right View 10 Bottom View 11 11 Indicators 11 TouchPad Basics 13
Using the Keyboard 14
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 14 Windows Keys 15 Hot Keys 16
Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17
System Utilities 25
BIOS Setup Utility 25
Navigating the BIOS Utility 25
Aspire 4820T BIOS 26
Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot 31 Exit 32
BIOS Flash Utilities 33
DOS Flash Utility 34 WinFlash Utility 36
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 37
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43
Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44
Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44
External Module Disassembly Process 45
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD dummy card 47 Removing the SIM card 48 Removing the Lower Cover 49 Removing the Optical Drive Module 50 Removing the DIMM Modules 52 Removing the WLAN Module 53 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 54
Main Unit Disassembly Process 55
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 55 Removing the Keyboard 56 Removing the Upper Cover 58 Removing the Power Switch Board 61 Removing the Function Board 62 Removing the Left Speaker Module 63
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Removing the USB Board 64 Removing the 3G Module 66 Removing the Bluetooth Module 67 Removing the LCD Module 68 Removing the Mainboard 70 Removing the Thermal Module 72 Removing the CPU 73 Removing the RTC Battery 74 Removing the WiFi Antenna Cable 74 Removing the Right Speaker 75 Removing the DC-In Cable 76
LCD Module Disassembly Process 77
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 77 Removing the LCD Bezel 78 Removing the Camera Module 79 Removing the LCD Panel 80 Removing the FPC Cable 81 Removing the Microphone Module 82 Removing the Hinges 82 Removing the Antennas 83
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure 85
Replacing the MIC and WiFi Antennas 85 Replacing the Microphone Module 86 Replacing the FPC Cable 87 Replacing the LCD Panel 87 Replacing the Webcam 88 Replacing the LCD Bezel 89
Main Module Reassembly Procedure 91
Replacing the DC-In Cable 91 Replacing the LCD Module 92 Replacing the Right Speaker 92 Replacing the RTC Battery 93 Replacing the CPU 94 Replacing the Thermal Module 94 Replacing the Mainboard 96 Replacing the Bluetooth Module 97 Replacing the 3G Module 98 Replacing the USB Board 99 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 100 Replacing the Function Board 101 Replacing the Switch Board 101 Replacing the Upper Cover 102 Replacing the Keyboard 105 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 105 Replacing the WLAN Board 107 Replacing the DIMM Modules 107 Replacing the ODD Module 108 Replacing the Lower Covers 109 Replacing the Dummy Card 110 Replacing the SIM card 110 Replacing the Battery Pack 111
Troubleshooting 113
Common Problems 113
Power On Issue 114
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No Display Issue 115 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 116 LCD Failure 117 Built-In Keyboard Failure 117 TouchPad Failure 118 Internal Speaker Failure 118 HDD Not Operating Correctly 120 ODD Failure 121 Wireless Function Failure 124 Thermal Unit Failure 124 External Mouse Failure 125
Other Failures 125 Intermittent Problems 126 Undetermined Problems 126 Post Codes 127
Jumper and Connector Locations 133
Top View 133
Bottom View 134 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 135
Clearing Password Check 135
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 136
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 137
Acer Aspire 4820T Exploded Diagrams 138
LCD Assembly 138
Acer Aspire 4820T FRU List 141
Screw List 149
Model Definition and Configuration 150
Acer Aspire 4820T Series 150
Test Compatible Components 213
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test 214
Online Support Information 215 Index 217
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System Specifications 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
TouchPad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
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System Utilities 19
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
TBD Intel BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
BIOS Flash Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
DOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
WinFlash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 37
Disassembly Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Pre-disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
External Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Removing the SD dummy card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Removing the Lower Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Removing the Optical Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Removing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Removing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Main Unit Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Removing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Removing the LED Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Removing the Switch Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Removing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Removing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
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Removing the Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Removing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Removing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Removing the RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Removing the WiFi Antenna Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Removing the Right Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Removing the DC-In Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
LCD Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Removing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Removing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Removing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Removing the FPC Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Removing the Microphone Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Removing the Hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Removing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Replacing the MIC and Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Replacing the Microphone Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Replacing the FPC Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Replacing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Replacing the Webcam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Replacing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Main Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Replacing the DC-In Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Replacing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Replacing the Right Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Replacing the RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Replacing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Replacing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Replacing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Replacing the Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Replacing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Replacing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Replacing the Switch Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Replacing the LED Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Replacing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Replacing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Replacing the WLAN Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Replacing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Replacing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Replacing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Replacing the Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Replacing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Troubleshooting 103
Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Power On Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Random Loss of BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
LCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
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Built-In Keyboard Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
TouchPad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Internal Speaker Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
HDD Not Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
ODD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Wireless Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Thermal Unit Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Post Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Jumper and Connector Locations 119
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Clearing Password Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 123
Acer TBD Exploded Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
LCD Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Acer TBD FRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Screw List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Model Definition and Configuration 126
Acer TBD Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Test Compatible Components 127
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Online Support Information 129 Index 131
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Table of Contents
8

System Specifications

Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: NOTE: Items denoted with an (*) are only available for selected models.
Operating System
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit*
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 64-bi t*
Platform
Intel® Core™ i7-620M processor (4 MB L3 cache, 2.66 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.33 GHz,
DDR3 1066 MHz, 35 W), supporting Intel® 64 architecture, Intel® Smart Cache
Intel® Core™ i5-430M/i5-520M/i5-540M processor (3 MB L3 cache, 2.26/2.40/2.53 GHz with
Turbo Boost up to 2.53/2.93/3.06 GHz, DDR3 1066 MHz, 35 W) supporting Intel® 64 architecture, Intel® Smart Cache
Intel® Core™ i3-330M/i3-350M processor (3 MB L3 cache, 2.13/2.26 GHz, DDR3 1066 MHz, 35
W) supporting Intel® 64 architecture, Intel® Smart Cache
Mobile Intel® HM55 Express Chipset
Chapter 1
System Memory
Dual-channel DDR3 SDRAM support:
Up to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules for i3 and i5 models
Up to 16 GB using four soDIMM modules for i7 models
Display
14" HD 1366 x 768 pixel resolution, high-brightness (200-nit) Acer CineCrystal™ LED-backlit TFT
LCD, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™
16:9 aspect ratio
Super-slim design
Graphics
Intel® HD Graphics with 128 MB of dedicated system memory, supporting Microsof t® DirectX® 10
Dual independent display support
16.7 million colors
External resolution / refresh rates5:·
VGA port up to 2560 x 1600: 60 Hz·
HDMI™ port up to 1920 x 1200: 60 Hz
MPEG-2/DVD decoding
Chapter 1 1
WMV9 (VC-1) and H.264 (AVC) decoding
HDMI™ (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) 1.3 with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content
Mini Card
2* Mini PCIE card
2 Mini PCIE card slot [1 for 3G (full size) and 1 for WLAN(half size)]
Audio
Optimized 3rd Generation Dolby® Home Theater® audio enhancement, featuring Dolby® Digital
High-definition audio support
S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface)8 support for digital speakers
MS-Sound compatible
Built-in microphone
Storage
Protection) support
1.65Gbps resolution
1920*180p
Live, Dolby® Pro Logic® IIx, Dolby® Headphone, Dolby® Natural Bass, Dolby® Sound Space Expander, Dolby® Inverse Filtering, Dolby® High Frequency Enhancer technologies
160/250/320/500/640 GB or larger hard disk drive
Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting Secure Digital™ (SD), MultiMediaCard™ (MMC), Memory
Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card™ (xD)
Optical Drive
8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive:
Read: 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X
DVD-ROM DL, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL, 4X DVD+R DL, 6X
DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
Communication
Acer video conferencing solution1, featuring:
Acer Crystal Eye high-definition webcam with 1280 x 1024 resolution
WLAN:
Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
Supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology
WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR
WWAN2, 10, 12: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/
EDGE(850/900/1800/1900 MHz), upgradeable to 7.2 Mb/s HSDPA and 5.7 Mb/s HSUPA, supporting receiver diversity and equalizing at 2100 MHz
LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready
2 Chapter 1
Privacy control
BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords
Kensington lock slot
Dimensions and weight
342 (W) x 245 (D) x 19.4/25.4 (H) mm (13.46 x 9.64 x 0.76/0.99 inches)
2.2 kg (4.85 lbs.) with 6-cell battery
Power subsystem
ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving
modes
Acer PowerSmart 3-pin 65 W AC adapter
95 (W) x 50 (D) x 25.4 (H) mm (3.74 x 1.96 x 1 inches)
216 g (0.47 lbs)12 with 180 cm DC cable
66.6 W 6000 mAh 6-cell Li-ion standard battery pack
Estimated battery life: Up to 8 hours
ENERGY STAR®
Special keys and controls
86-/87-/91-key keyboard with inverted "T" cursor layout
Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device supporting scroll, pinch, rotate, flip
10 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, independent standard
numeric keypad, international language support
Acer Programming key
Easy-launch keys: Communication®
Media control keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next
I/O interface
Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)
Four USB 2.0 ports
HDMI™ port with HDCP support
External display (VGA) port
Headphone/speaker jack with S/PDIF support
Microphone-in jack
Ethernet (RJ-45) port
DC-in jack for AC adapter
Software
Productivity
Acer Backup Manager
Acer ePower Management
Acer eRecovery Management
Chapter 1 3
Adobe
Adobe
eSobi
Google
Google Toolbar
Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft
Norton
Security
McAfee
McAfee® Virus Definitions
MyWinLocker
Multimedia·
Acer Arcade™ Deluxe·
NTI Media Maker™
Gaming·
Oberon GameZone Acer Edition1 ·
WildTangent® Acer Edition1
Communication and ISP·
Acer Video Conference Manager
Microsoft® Silverlight™·
Windows Live™ Essentials - Wave 3.2 (Mail, Photo Gallery, Live™ Messenger, Movie Maker ,
®
Flash® Player 10
®
Reader® 9.1
Setup
®
Office Personal 2007 (Service Pack 2) (Japan only, subject to customer request)
®
Office Trial (Service Pack 2)
®
Works SE 9
®
Works 9
®
Works 8.5
Online Backup
®
Internet Security Suite 2009 Trial
Writer)
Utilities and tools·
Acer Accessory Store
Acer Assist·
Acer Identity Card·
Acer Registration·
Acer Updater·
eBay® shortcut 2009·
Netflix shortcut1
Optional Items
Acer Media Center remote control
1 GB / 2 GB / 4 GB DDR3 1066 MHz soDIMM module
9-cell Li-ion battery pack
3-pin 90 W AC adapter
4 Chapter 1
External USB floppy disk drive
External USB 56K modem
Warranty
One-year International Travellers Warranty (ITW)
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%
Chapter 1 5

System Block Diagram

USB board
USB Port X3
USB Port x 1
Bluetooth
CCD
CardReader AU6437
CLOCK GENERATOR
DDR III
SO-DIMM 0 SO-DIMM 1
HDD (SATA)
ODD (SATA)
Audio CO DEC
RTL ALC271X
Dual Channel
800/ 1066 MHz
SATA0
SATA1
USB 2.0
Azalia
<MCH Processor>
DDR SYSTEM MEMORY
FDI interface
SATA
3.0 GT/s
USB
HDA
SPI
SPI ROM
intel
Arrandale (SG)
rPGA 989
(37.5mm X 37.5mm)
FDI
DMI
DMIFDI
intel
<PCH>
Ibex Peak_M
mBGA 676
(27mm X 25mm)
PCI-E X16
X4 DMI interface
Graphics Interfaces
RTC P9
PCI-E
LPC
EC (NPCE781/783)
PCIE
INT_CRT
INT_LVDS
INT_HDMI
PCI-Express
2.5GT/s
Fan Driver
(PWM Type)
CPU XDP Conn.
ATI GPU
Madison/Park LP/PRO 1GB
(16 x 64Mb x 8pcs)
HDMI
Atheros
Giga-LAN
Transformer
RJ45
PCIE-1
CLKOUT_PEG_B
X'TAL
27.0MHz
CRT LVDS
INT_CRT INT_LVDS
GPU CORE PWR
DISCHARGER
+1.0V/+1.8V
CPU VGFX_AXG
THERMAL PROTECTION
LVDS_CRT Switchable
HDMI Level-shift
PCIE-6 PCIE-2
Mini Card
WiFi
USB10
CHARGER
3/5V SYS PWR
CPU CORE PWR
CPU VTT
VTT 1.05V
DDR3 PWR
CRT
LVDS
HDMI
Mini Card
3G
SIM Card FFC Conn daughter board
USB13
USB5
1_GEP_TUOKLC2_GEP_TUOKLC
SPDIF/HP
INT MIC
DMIC
SPI ROM Touch Pad Button on
Keyboard
mechanical key
6 Chapter 1

Your Acer Notebook tour

After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.

Front View

1 2
3
4 5
6
7
8
No. Icon Item Description
1 Acer Crystal Eye
webcam
2 Microphone Internal microphone for recording sound.
Web camera for video communication (for selected models).
13 12 11
10
9
3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),
displays computer output.
Chapter 1 7
No. Icon Item Description
4 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Num Lock indicator
Caps Lock indicator
5 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 7 T ouchPad T ouch-sensitive pointing device which functions
8 Power Indicator Indicates the computer’s power status.
Battery Indicator Indicates the computer’s battery status.
Communication indicator
9 Click buttons (left
and right)
10 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when
11 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio
12 Optical drive
eject button
13 Programmable
key PowerSmart key Puts your computer into power-saving mode.
Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.
like a computer mouse.
1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging.
2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode.
Indicates the computer’s wireless connectivity device status.
The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons.
you use the computer.
output. Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
User-programmable. (only for certain models)
(only for certain models)
8 Chapter 1

Closed Front View

1
No. Icon Item Description
1Multi-in-1
card reader

Left View

Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time.
2134567
No. Icon Item Description
1 Kensington lock
slot
2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after
3 External display
(VGA) port 4 HDMI Connect to HDMI devices 5 Ethernet (RJ-45)
port 6 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse,
Chapter 1 9
Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
prolonged use. Connects to a display device
(e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.
USB camera).
No. Icon Item Description
7 Microphone-in
jack
Accepts input from external microphones.
Headphones/
speaker/line-out
jack
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g. speakers, headphones).

Right View

21345
No. Icon Item Description
1 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse,
USB camera). 2 Optical drive In tern al optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 3 Optical disk access
indicator
4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is
6 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
Lights up when the optical drive is active.
turned off.
Note: Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject
hole to eject the optical drive tray when the
computer is off.
10 Chapter 1

Bottom View

1 2
3
No. Icon Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
6
5
4
3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured
with screws).
4 Memory
compartment
5 Ventilation slots
and cooling fan
6 Battery release
latch
Houses the computer's main memory.
Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the fan opening. Releases the battery for removal.

Indicators

The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators.
Icon Function Description
Power Indicates the computer's power status.
Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.
Chapter 1 11
Icon Function Description
HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Communication indicator Indicates the computer’s wireless connectivity
device status.
12 Chapter 1

TouchPad Basics

The following items show you how to use the TouchPad:
Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor.
Press the left (2) and right (3) 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.
Function Left Button (2) Right Button (3) Main TouchPad (1)
Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed
Select Click once. Tap once. Drag Click and hold, then use
finger on the TouchPad to drag the cursor.
Access context menu
as double-clicking a mouse button).
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.
Click once.
NOTE: When using the T ouchPad, 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.
Chapter 1 13

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 two 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 When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
14 Chapter 1

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
<CTRL> + <CTRL> + <> + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as
<> + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
described.
Chapter 1 15

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> + <F3> Communication key Enables / disables the computer's
communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.)
<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display
screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
<Fn> + <F6> Display Off Turns the display screen backlight off to save
power. Press any key to return.
<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
<Fn> + <F11> NumLk Turns the embedded numeric
keypad on or off.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < >
<Fn> + < > <Fn> + <Home> Play/Pause Play or pause a selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Up> Stop Stop playing the selected media file. <Fn> + <Pg Dn> Previous Return to the previous media file.
Volume up Increases the sound volume.
Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
16 Chapter 1

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

CPU
Item Specification
CPU Intel Mobile Calpella Graphics Integrated VGA for Arrandale CPU Package rPGA988A Power 4M (Arrandale) L3 shared among all cores On-die Cache 32KB L1 & 256K L2 for each core
Processor Specifications
Item
Ci3330M 2.13 2 330 M 3 MB PGA988 35W KC.33001.DMP Ci3350M 2.26 2 350 M 3 MB PGA988 35W KC.35001.DMP Ci5430M 2.26 2 430 M 3 MB PGA988 35W KC.43001.DMP Ci5520M 2.24 2 520 M 3 MB PGA988P 35W KC.52001.DMP Ci5540M 2.53 2 540 M 3 MB PGA988 35W KC.54001.DMP Ci7620M 2.66 2 620 M 4 MB PGA988P 35W KC.62001.DMP
CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj = 100)
45 2500 31 55 3100 34 65 3500 38 75 3900 40 85 4200
CPU
Speed
CPU Temp (°C) Fan Speed (rpm) SPL Spec (dBA)
Core
s
Bus
Speed
Cache
Size
Package
Core
Voltage
Acer P/N
OS Shutdown: 105°C
H/W Shutdown: 110°C
CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj = 90)
CPU Temp (°C) Fan Speed (rpm) SPL Spec (dBA)
45 2500 31 55 3100 34 65 3500 38 75 3900 40 85 4200
OS Shutdown: 95°C
H/W Shutdown: 100°C
BIOS
Item Specification
BIOS vendor Insyde BIOS BIOS Version 1.00 BIOS ROM type Flash
Chapter 1 17
Item Specification
Features Flash ROM 4MB
Support ISIPP
Support Acer UI
Support multi-boot
Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4)
V arious hot-key s 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 Y2K solution
Support WinFlash
Wake on LAN from S3
Wake on LAN form S4 in AC mode
System information
System Memory
Item Specification
Memory size 8GB maximum - i3 and i5 models; 16GB maximum - i7 models DIMM socket number 2 Supports memory size per socket 4GB Supports DIMM type 204-pin +1.5V DDRIII Supports DIMM Speed 400/533/667 MHz Supports DIMM voltage 1.5V
Memory Combinations
Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory
0MB 1024MB 1024MB 0MB 2048MB 2048MB 0MB 4096MB 4096MB 1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 0MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 2560MB 2048MB 1024MB 3072MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 2048MB 4096MB 6144MB 4096MB 4096MB 8192MB
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.
Wireless Module
Item Specification
Manufacturer
Intel® WiFi Link 1000
18 Chapter 1
Specifications
LAN Module
Chipset
Specifications
Item Specification
IEEE 802.11b/g and Draft-N1 compliant
Advanced security via 802.1 1i
Industry-leading power consumption
Includes Wi-Fi PAN – Intel® My WiFi Technology
Easy to use Intel® PROSet v12.5 WLAN Software
Advanced IT capabilities with Intel® PROSet
Software4
Support for Cisco Compatible Extensions* v4
Connect with Intel® Centrino® program eligible
Item Specification
Atheros AR8151L GbE LAN Controller with Integrated
Transceiver
Integrated PHY for 10/100/1000 Mbps
Supports automatic MDI/MDIX functions
PCI Express base 1.1 compliant
Wake on LAN support
256 byte memory (using eFuse) embedded on
chip
Supports up to 25% over-clocking without
requiring BIOS support
Supports Energy Star 5.0
Small footprint 40-pin QFN (5 x 5 mm) package
with dramatically improved
characteristics over LQFP packaging
thermal and electrical
Bluetooth
Item Specification
Chipset
T60H928.33 miniUSB module
Features Bluetooth 1.2 qualified Embedded USB Module
Bluetooth 2.1 available in the 2.4GHz (ISM) band -
supports Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)
USB 2.0 full-speed compliant interface
Support Enhanced data rate (EDR)
Support for A2DP
Specifications
Radio Technology FHSS
Operating Frequency 2.402GHz ~ 2.480GHz
Channel Numbers 79 channels with 1MHz BW
Transmitter Output Power -6~4dBm output power for
BT class 2 operation
Coverage 10m (Varies depending on operating
environment)
Receiver Sensitivity -75dBm, BER<0.1%
Maximum Receiver Signal -10dBm
Interface USB2.0 with 8 pin narrow pitch connector
Chapter 1 19
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & Model Name
Capacity (MB) 160, 250, 320,
Bytes per sector 512 Data heads 2-4 Drive Format Disks 1-2 Spindle speed
(RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA DC Power Requirements Voltage
tolerance
Super-Multi Drive Module
Item Specification
Vendor & model
HLDS GT20N Sony AD7580S
name Performance
With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Specification Transfer rate (MB/
sec)
Sustained: 3,600 KB/s (24x)
max. Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA
Seagate HGST Toshiba Western Digital
500
160, 250, 320, 500
160, 250, 320, 500
160, 250, 320, 500, 640
5400
5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5%
Sustained:
11.08 Mbytes/s
Sustained: 1,571 (typical)
Sustained: 10,993 (typical)
(8x) max.
20 Chapter 1
Item Specification
Applicable disc formats
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 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 Multi-Session, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM V1.0, DVDRAM
V2.0 & 2.1 &2.2.
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)
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, Photo-CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD Extra, itrax
CD, CD-Text, UDF CD, CD-R, and CD-RW CD-ROM Mode-1 data disc CD-ROM Mode-2 data disc CD-ROM XA, CD-I, Photo-CD Multi-
DVD Write:
DVD Data & Video Session, Video CD
CD-Audio Disc Mixed mode CD-ROM disc (data and
audio) CD-Extra CD-Text
CD Read:
CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA
Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i,
Video-
CD, CD-Text CD-R (Conforming to “Orange Book Part
2”: read & write) CD-RW (Conforming to “Orange Book
Part 3”: read & write)
Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open)
Tact SW (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole)
Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5%
Audio Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Realtek ALC271X high definition audio codec with embedded class-D
speaker amplifier
Chapter 1 21
Item Specification
Features
98dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighting) for DAC output
90dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighting) for ADC input Internal Digital
Power support: 3.3V digital core power; 1.5V~3.3V digital IO power for
HDA link; 3.0V~5.0V analog power; 3.0V~5.0V power stage voltage
Microphone Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC), Noise Suppression
(NS), and Beam Forming (BF) technology for voice application
Stereo Bridge-Tied Load Class-D amplifi e r at port-D has 2Watt (rms)/
4amps per channel output
Analog Microphone
Headphone with SPDIF jack
48-pin QFN ‘Green’ package
Power and Keyboard Controller
Item Specification
Controller
ACPI 2.0
Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See “Hot Keys” on page 16.
Battery
Item
Specification
6 Cell
Vendor & model name SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SAMSUNG/SIMPLO AS2009A Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 4400 mAh Normal Voltage 2.2 Ah Package configuration 3S2P
LCD
Item Specification
Vendor/model name AUO/CPT/CMO/Samsung/LCD/INL Screen Diagonal (in) 14” Display resolution (pixels) 1366 x 768 WXGA Clare Pixel Pitch 0.204 x 0.204 Display Mode Normal
2
220
Typical White Luminance (cd/m
)
(also called Brightness) Contrast Ratio 500 typical Response Time (Optical Rise
8
Time/Fall Time) msec Luminance Uniformity 1.25 max Electrical Interface LVDS Support Color 262K Viewing Angle (up/down/right/
15/35/45/45
left)
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Item Specification
Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping)
Card Reader
Item Specification
Part Name RealTek RT5160 Package 5-in-1 card reader General Features PCI-E interface
0 to +50
-20 to +60
Push-push type
•Dummy card
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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).
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, 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 varies with different models.
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Aspire 4820T BIOS

Information

The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.
InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5
Main Boot
SecurityInformation Power
Intel(R) Core(TM) i3 CPU M 330
CPU Type
CPU Type
CPU Speed
CPU Speed
IDE0 Model Name:
IDE0 Model Name:
IDE0 Serial Number:
IDE0 Serial Number:
ATAPI Model Name:
ATAPI Model Name:
System BIOS Version:
System BIOS Version:
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:
Intel(R) Core(TM) i3 CPU M 330
2.13GHz
2.13GHz
Hitachi HTS5450116B9A300
Hitachi HTS5450116B9A300
091204PBPB06QCK3D3EM
091204PBPB06QCK3D3EM
TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C
TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C
V1.00
V1.00
Intel V1914
Intel V1914
Acer
Acer
Exit
Help
F1
Exit
ESC
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 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
HDD Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE
ATAPI Model Name This field shows the model name of the Optical device installed in
System BIOS Version Displays system 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 Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) is an identifier standard used in
Select Item Select Menu
master.
master.
the system.
software 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
Information
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
Main
Security
[19:10:59]
[19:10:59] [01/22/2010]
[01/22/2010]
2048 MB
2048 MB
32 MB
32 MB
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[AHCI]
[AHCI]
Power
Boot
Exit
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.
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 Video Memory Quick Boot Allows startup to skip certain tests while booting,
Network Boot Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote
F12 Boot Menu Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Option: Enabled or Enabled D2D Recovery Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The function
SATA Mode Control the mode in which the SATA controller should
Select Item Select Menu
hour format.
Displays the total memory available. Displays the available memory for Video.
decreasing the time needed to boot the system.
server).
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 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:
IDE0 Password Is:
IDE0 Password Is:
Set Supervisor Password
Set Supervisor Password Set User Password
Set User Password
Set IDE0 Password
Set IDE0 Password
Password on Boot
Password on Boot
Main Boot
Security Power
Clear
Clear
Clear
Clear
Clear
Clear
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Exit
Item Specific Help
Install or Change the password and the length of password must be less than eight words.
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 Shows the setting 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 or Set Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password. When 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.
Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When user
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. Set HDD Password Enter HDD Password. N/A Password on Boot Defines whether a password is required or not while the
events defined in this group happened. The following
sub-options are all requires the Supervisor password
for changes and should be grayed out if the user
password was used to enter setup.
Select Item Select Menu
Change Values
F5/F6
Select SubMenu
Enter
Setup Default
F9
Save and Exit
F10
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.
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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 exceed 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.
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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 will display the following message.
Setup Warning
Passwords do not match.
Re-enter password.
[Continue][Continue]
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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.
Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot.
InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5
Information
Boot priority order:
Boot priority order:
Main Boot
Security Power
Exit
Item Specific Help
1. IDE0 : Hitachi HTS545016B9A300
1. IDE0 : Hitachi HTS545016B9A300
2. IDE1 : TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C
2. IDE1 : TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-L633C
3. USB FDD :
3. USB FDD :
4. Network Boot : Atheros Boot Agent
4. Network Boot : Atheros Boot Agent
5. USB HDD :
5. USB HDD :
6. USB CDROM :
6. USB CDROM :
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
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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 Boot
Security Power
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 al l SETUP ite m. 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
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BIOS Flash Utilities

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 Flash 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 Flash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Flash. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash 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 Flash.
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.
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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 : WDC WD5000BEVT-22A0RT0
3. IDE0 : WDC WD5000BEVT-22A0RT0
4. USB HDD :
4. USB HDD :
5. USB CD/DVDROM :
5. USB CD/DVDROM :
6. IDE1 : HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT30N
6. IDE1 : HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT30N
Help
F1
Exit
ESC
3. Execute the BIOS.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
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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.
Plug in the AC power to continue.
5. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays.
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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.
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Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities

This section provides you with details about removing HDD/BIOS password:
Remove HDD Password:
If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated.
To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps:
1. On another computer, run HDD_PW.exe.
2. Enter “hdd_pw 15494 0”
3. Chose one (1) or the generated passwords.
4. Reboot the locked computer and key in one of the passwords from number 3 above.
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Removing BIOS Passwords: To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the DIMM door and use a metal instrument to short the G1
and G2 points.
G2
G1
Cleaning BIOS Passwords
To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, 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.
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Using Boot Sequence Selector
The Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed 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.
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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 poo l data it is checking that the table correlates with the hardware before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.).
To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps:
1. Boot into DOS.
2. Execute dmitools. The following messages report to screen to confirm completion:
dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from bios
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
dmitools /wa xxxx ==> Write asset tag to eeprom (max. 32 characters)
The following examples show the commands and the corresponding output information.
Read DMI Information from Memory
Input:
dmitools /r
Output:
Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acet Asstag
Write Product Name to EEPROM
Input:
dmitools /wp Acer
Write Serial Number to EEPROM
Input:
dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789
3. Write UUID to EEPROM (Create UUID from Intel WFM20. pdf ) Input:
dmitools /wu
4. Write Asset Tag to EEPROM Input:
dmitools /wa Acet Asstag
NOTE: When using any of the Write options, restart the system to make the new DMI data effective.
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Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility
You can use the MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM in DOS mode.
1. Use a text editor to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents as shown:
WriteData = ‘001122334455' MAC value StartAddr=7A MAC address WriteLeng=6 MAC value length KeepByte=0 don’t care
2. In DOS mode, run the MAC.BAT file to write MAC values to eeprom.
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Machine Disassembly and Replacement

IMPORTANT:The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. 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
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
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 mainboard, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Main Screw List
Screw Quantity Part Number
M2.5*3 4 86.TPK07.003 M2.0*3L 6 86.PSR07.003 M2.5*2L 1 86.PSR07.002 M2.0*3 5 86.ARE07.002 M2.5*6.5 14 86.ARE07.001 M2.5*4L 15 86.PSR07.001 M3.0*4L 2 86.N1407.007 M2.0*3widehead 6 86.W4107.002
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External Module Disassembly Process

IMPORTANT:The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.

External Modules Disassembly Flowchart

The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instru cts 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
HDD
Remove
DIMM
Remove
WLAN Board
.
Screw List
Step Screw Quantity Part No.
ODD Module M2.5*4L 1 86.PSR07.001 ODD Bracket M2.0*3L 2 86.PSR07.003 WLAN Module M2.0*3L 1 86.PSR07.003 HDD Carrier M3.0*4L 2 86.N1407.007
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Removing the Battery Pack

1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown.
2. 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
Please detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
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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.
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Removing the SIM card

1. Push the 3G card all the way in to eject it.
2. Pull it out from the slot.
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Removing the Lower Cover

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.
2. Loosen the five (5) captive screws from the lower cover.
3. Remove the lower cover as shown.
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Removing the Optical Drive Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 49.
2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
ODD Module M2.5*4L 1
3. Using your fingers, pull the optical drive module out from the chassis.
4. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive
module.
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Step Size Quantity Screw Type
ODD Bracket M2.0*3L 2
5. Remove the ODD bezel by rotating the top edge downward and pulling it clear of the module.
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Removing the DIMM Modules

1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 49.
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 for the second DIMM module if present.
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Removing the WLAN Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 49.
2. Disconnect the two (2) antenna cables from the WLAN Board and remove the one (1) screw to release the
WLAN Board.
NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the TR1 terminal (left) and White to the TR2 terminal (right).
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
WLAN Board M2.0*3 1
3. Detach and remove the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket.
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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 49.
2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the interface.
3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay.
4. Remove the two (2) screws from the carrier.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
HDD Carrier M3.0*4L 2
5. Remove the carrier from the HDD.
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Main Unit Disassembly Process

Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart

Remove external
modules before
proceeding
Remove keyboard
Remove upper cover
Remove USB Board
Remove CRT Cable
Remove LCD module
Remove DC cable
Remove Bluetooth
Module
Remove Right
Speaker Module
Remove Function
Board
Remove wifi switch
Remove main board
board
Remove Power Switch
Board
Remove RTC Battery
Remove Left Speaker
Screw List
Step Screw Quantity Part No.
LCD Module M2.5*4 2 86.PSR07.001
M2.0*3 4 86.PSR07.003 M2.5*3 4 86.PSR07.001
Upper Cover M2.5*4L 5 86.PSR07.001
M2.0*3L 3 86.PSR07.001 L. Speaker Module M2.5*4L 1 86.PSR07.001 L. Speaker Module M2.0*3widehead 2 86.W4107.002 Function Board M2.0*3widehead 2 86.W4107.002 Power Switch
M2.0*3widehead 2 86.W4107.002 Board
USB Board M2.5*4L 1 86.PSR07.001 Mainboard M2.5*4L 1 86.PSR07.001
Module
Remove Touch Pad
Bracket
Remove thermal
module
Remove CPU
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Removing the Keyboard

CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Keyboard may cause damage to the outer casing. It is
recommended that you only use your fingers to remove the Keyboard.
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.
2. Remove the 14 securing screws from the lower cover.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Keyboard (red callout)
M2.5*6.5 10
Keyboard (green callout)
Keyboard (blue callout)
3. Turn the computer over and fully open the lid. There are five (5) securing clips that must be released in order to remove the keyboard.
M2.5*4L 2
M2.0*6L 3
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4. Release each clip, working from one side to the other.
5. Using both hands, gently pry up the cover as shown and turn it over.
6. Open the locking latch on the FFC, and disconnect the cable as shown.
7. Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis.
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Removing the Upper Cover

1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 56.
2. Turn the computer over. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard:
a. Left speaker cable b. Touchpad FFC c. Power Switch FFC d. Function Board FFC e. Power Switch Board FFC
C D
E
AB
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3. Disconnect A as shown. 4. Release the locking latch and remove B as shown.
5. Release the locking latch and remove C as shown. 6. Release the locking latch and remove D as shown.
7. Release the locking latch and remove E as shown.
NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. Use the pull-tabs on FFC cables
whenever available.
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8. Remove the eight (8) screws from the top cover.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Upper Cover (red callout)
M2.5*3L 3
Upper Cover (blue callout)
9. Remove the Upper Cover by lifting directly upward from the front as shown.
M2.5*4L 5
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Removing the Power Switch Board

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 58.
2. Locate the Power Switch Board in the Upper Cover.
3. Release the securing latch holding the Power Switch Board FFC and remove.
4. Remove the two (2) screws and lift the Power Switch Board clear of the Upper Cover.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Power Switch Board
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M2.0*3widehead 2

Removing the Function Board

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 58.
2. Locate the Function Board in the Upper Cover and remove the two (2) screws attaching it to the upper cover.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Function Board M2.0*3widehead 2
3. Lift the Function Board away from the Upper Cover but do not remove it completely.
4. Turn the Function Board over. Release the securing latch holding the Function Board FFC and remove.
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Removing the Left Speaker Module

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 58.
2. Remove the speaker cable from it’s guides.
3. Remove the adhesive foil tab covering the speaker cable and remove the one (1) securing screws from the
Speaker Module.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Speaker Module M2.5*4L 1
4. Lift the Speaker Module clear of the Upper Cover.
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Removing the USB Board

1. See See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 58.
2. Remove the single securing screw from the USB Board.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
USB Board M2.5*4L 1
3. Release the FFC latch and remove the FFC cable from the mainboard connector.
4. Release the FFC latch and remove the FFC cable from the USB connector.
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5. Lift the USB Board upward away from the chassis.
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Removing the 3G Module

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 58.
2. Release the securing latch holding the 3G Board FFC and remove.
3. Remove the two (2) screws and lift the 3G Board clear of the Upper Cover.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
3G Module M2.5*4L 1
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Removing the Bluetooth Module

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 58.
2. Remove the single securing screw from the Bluetooth board.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Bluetooth Board M2.3*3L 1
3. Disconnect the cable from the Mainboard and lift the Bluetooth Module off the mainboard.
4. Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth Module.
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Removing the LCD Module

1. See “Removing the Bluetooth Module” on page 67.
2. Remove the adhesive holding the LCD cable.
3. Push snaps to release the cable from the mainboard.
4. Remove LCD cable from fan module.
5. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module.
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Step Size Quantity Screw Type
LCD Module M2.5*6.5 4
6. Ensure that all cables entering the LCD are free of the chassis and remove the LCD module from the chassis.
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Removing the Mainboard

1. See “Removing the Bluetooth Module” on page 67.
2. See “Remove LCD cable from fan module.” on page 68.
3. Disconnect the right speaker cable.
4. Unlock the microphone cable release it from the clasps on the cooling fan.
5. Turn the computer over and remove the DC-In cable.
6. Remove the one (1) securing screws from the Mainboard.
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Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Mainboard M2.5*4L 1
7. Lift the Mainboard right side first and remove it from the Lower Cover.
Please detach the mainboard and follow local regulations for disposal.
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Removing the Thermal Module

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68.
2. Turn the Mainboard over and disconnect the Fan cable as shown.
3. Loosen the four captive screws (in numerical order from 1 to 7) from the CPU Thermal Module.
4
2
1
3
7
5
4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
6
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Removing the CPU

1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 72.
2. Using a phillips screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown.
3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown.
IMPORTANT:The pins on th e underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may
malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.
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Removing the RTC Battery

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68.
2. Pry the RTC battery from the mainboard.
Please detach the RTC battery and follow local regulat ions for disposal.

Removing the WiFi Antenna Cable

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68.
2. Free the WiFi antennas from the guides on the bottom cover.
3. Turn the computer over. Pass the antenna through the lower cover, free it from all cable clips.
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Removing the Right Speaker

1. See See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68.
2. Disengage the Right speaker cable from the chassis as shown.
3. Remove the two (2) screws holding the right speaker in place.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
Right Speaker Module
4. Remove the right speaker from the chassis.
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Removing the DC-In Cable

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68.
2. Remove one (1) screw from the right hinge bracket.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
DC-In Cable M2.5*4 1
3. Remove the right hinge bracket.
4. Lift the DC-In jack from the chassis.
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LCD Module Disassembly Process

LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart

Remove LCD panel
from main unit before
preceeding
Remove LCD bezel
Remove camera
module
Remove LCD panel
Remove microphone
Remove WLAN
antennas
Screw List
Step Screw Quantity Part No.
LCD Bezel M2.5*4 2 86.PSR07.001 LCD Panel M2.0*3 4 86.ARE07.002 LCD Brackets M2.5*3 4 86.TPK07.003
Remove LCD bracketsRemove FPC cable
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Removing the LCD Bezel

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68.
2. Remove the two lower bezel screw caps and screws.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
LCD Bezel M2.5*4 2
3. Starting from the top-left corner of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Move along the top and left until all sides of the bezel are removed.
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4. Lift the Bezel clear of the LCD Module.

Removing the Camera Module

1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 78.
2. Remove the Camera from the module.
3. Disconnect the camera cable.
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Removing the LCD Panel

1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 79.
2. Disengage the various cables from the hinges.
3. Remove the four (4) securing screws from the LCD Panel.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
LCD Panel M2.3*3 4
4. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module as shown.
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Removing the FPC Cable

1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80.
2. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Remove the adhesive strip securing it in place.
3. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel.
4. Lift the FPC cable from the panel.
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Removing the Microphone Module

1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80.
2. Disengage the cable from the cable guides.
3. Lift the Microphone Module clear of the cover.

Removing the Hinges

1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80.
2. Remove the four (4) screws from the hinges
Step Size Quantity Screw Type
LCD Hinges M2.5*3 4
3. Ensure all cables are free from the hinges and remove them from the LCD cover.
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Removing the Antennas

1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80.
2. Disengage the left antenna cable from the guides.
3. Remove the adhesive tape and lift the left side antenna from the LCD module as shown.
4. Disengage the right antenna cable from the guides.
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5. Remove the adhesive tape and lift the right side antenna from the LCD module as shown.
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LCD Module Reassembly Procedure

Replacing the MIC and WiFi Antennas

1. Place the Microphone Module in the LCD Module as shown.
3. Replace the left and right antennas as shown. Press down on the adhesive pads to secure the antennas in place.
2. Run the cable as shown and secure it using the adhesive tabs.
4. Replace the left antenna cable (white) as shown. Ensure that the cable is inserted along the cable channel as shown.
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5. Replace the right antenna cables (black) as shown. Ensure that the cables are secured in the cable guides.
6. Ensure the antenna cables pass through the hinge well as shown.

Replacing the Microphone Module

1. Replace the Microphone Module into the top cover.
2. Replace the cable into the cable guides as shown.
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