Acer Aspire 5532 Service Manual

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Aspire 5532

Service Guide

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Revision History

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

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

Closed Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

TouchPad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Special Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Using the System Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

System Utilities 23

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Aspire 5532 BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

BIOS Flash Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

DOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

WinFlash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Machine Disassembly and Replacement 39

Disassembly Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Pre-disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

External Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

External Modules Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Removing the SD Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Removing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Removing the Optical Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Removing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Removing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Main Unit Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Removing the Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Removing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

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Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Removing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Removing the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Removing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Removing the RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Removing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Removing the CPU Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Removing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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 LCD Brackets and FPC Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Removing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

LCD Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Replacing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Replacing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Replacing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Replacing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Main Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Replacing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Replacing the CPU Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Replacing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Replacing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Replacing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Replacing the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

Replacing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Replacing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Replacing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Replacing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Replacing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Replacing the Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Replacing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Replacing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Replacing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Replacing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Replacing the SD Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Troubleshooting 119

Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Power On Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Random Loss of BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122

LCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Built-In Keyboard Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

TouchPad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

Internal Speaker Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

HDD Not Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

ODD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

Wireless Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130

Thermal Unit Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130

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External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Post Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

Jumper and Connector Locations 137

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

Clearing Password Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

Clear CMOS Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 143

Aspire 5532 Exploded Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

Main Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

Base Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

Rear Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

Aspire 5532 FRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148

Model Definition and Configuration 156 Test Compatible Components 171

Microsoft® Windows® OS Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172

Online Support Information 187

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System Specifications

Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: NOTE: Items denoted with a (*) are available for select models only.

Operating System

• Genuine Windows® Vista™

• Genuine Windows® 7™

Platform

• AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor

• AMD Athlon™ 64 single-core processor

• AMD M780G Chipset

• Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*

• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N*

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System Memory

• Low-latency, high-bandwidth

• 128-bit DDR2 SDRAM controller operating at up to 333 MHz

• On-board memory with up to 2 unbuffered SO-DIMM slots supporting DDR II 667/800.

• Adjustable Maximum 128MB UMA VGA memory shared from North Bridge

• Maximum memory: 2GB per slot; 4GB total

• On-board cache up to 1MB

Display

• 15.6" WXGA, HD 720p, 1366x768

• 16:9 aspect ratio

Graphics

• ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics

Storage subsystem

• 2.5" hard disk drive

• Multi-in-1 card-reader

Optical Drive

• DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive

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Audio

• Realtek ALC272X-GR for High Definition Audio Codec with Dolby Digital Live

• Internal speakers x2 (2W)

• Mic-in jack

• Headphone/Line out jack

Dimensions and Weight

• 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID

• Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD)

Communication

•Wireless

• 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax

• Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot

• Dual-Band built-in Antenna for Wireless LAN

•LAN

• Atheros AR8132L for 10/100 LAN

• PCI-E 10/100M LAN

• WOL (AC mode S5) support

• Modem

• External USB 2.0 modem

• Support Wake on Ring (S3)

Privacy control

• BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords

• Kensington lock slot

Power subsystem

• ACPI 3.0 support

• 3 pin 65W AC

• Universal jack for adapter

• Battery: 6-cell AS2009A

• ENERGY STAR®*

Special keys and controls

• 99-/100-/103-key keyboard

• Supports Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version

• Support for Home key and Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version

• Multi-language support

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I/O interface

• VGA port, 15 pins

• DC-IN port for adapter

• RJ-45 Ethernet port for LAN

• 2 USB port

• Headphone out / Line-out

• Microphone-in

• Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD

• Kensington Lock (7.5mm)

Environment

• 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%

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System Block Diagram

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Your Acer Notebook tour

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

Front View

No. Icon Item Description

1 Acer Crystal Eye

webcam

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

3 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

Power button Turns the computer on and off.

Wireless LAN communication

button/indicator

4 Speaker Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio

5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 T ouchPad T ouch-sensitive pointing device which functions

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Web camera for video communication (for selected models).

displays computer output.

Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.

output.

like a computer mouse.

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No. Icon Item Description

7 Click buttons (left

and right)

8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when

9 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.

The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons.

you use the computer.

Closed Front View

1 2

No. Icon Item Description

Power

Indicates the computer's power status.

Battery

2 Multi-in-1 card

reader

NOTE: 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed

Indicates the computer's battery status.

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

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

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.

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Rear View

No. Icon Item Description

1 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

prolonged use.

Left View

1 2 3 4 5

No. Icon Item Description

1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter

2 Ethernet (RJ-45)

port

2 External display

(VGA) port

4 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse,

5 Microphone-in

jack Headphones/

speaker/line-out jack

Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.

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

USB camera). Accepts input from external microphones.

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

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Right View

1 234 5

No. Item Description

1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access

indicator 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned

5 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security

Lights up when the optical drive is active.

off. Note: Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject hole to

eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off.

lock. Note: Wrap the computer security lock cable around an

immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available.

Bottom View

1 2

No. Icon Item Description

1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.

2 Battery release

latch

Releases the battery for removal.

5 4

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No. Icon Item Description

3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.

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

screws).

5 Memory

compartment

5 Ventilation slots

and cooling fan

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.

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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.

HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.

Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.

Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.

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

green when in AC mode.

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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.

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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 cha ra c ters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock

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.

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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, 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.

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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> + <F2> Acer eSettings

Management

<Fn> + <F3> Bluetooth Enables/disables the Bluetooth

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

Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Empowering Technology .

function. (only for certain models)

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

screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.

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

power. Press any key to return.

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

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

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

Volume Up Increases the sound volume.

Volume Down Decreases the sound volume.

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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.

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Using the System Utilities

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.

To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.

Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start´ All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:

Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.

Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is simple to set up:

1. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.

2. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.

3. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.

NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's

recommended value.

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Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor

Item Specification

CPU • AMD Athlon64 Dual-Core Process, Cache 1MB, TK42

• AMD Athlon64 Process, 1.6GHz, Cache 512KB, TF20 Type AMD Athlon64 Dual-Core Mobile CPU Core Logic • AMDRS780MN

• AMDSB710

• Integrated VGA solution CPU Package Micro uPGA-638 Package Power 45W On-die Cache Up to 1MB L2 cache Front Side Bus 667/800/1066MHz

Processor Specifications

Item

AATF20 1.6GHz 1 638 MHz 65 nm 512K PGA 15W KC.ATF02.200 AATK42 1.6GHz 2 638 MHz 65 nm 1MB PGA 20W KC.ATK02.420

CPU

Speed

Cores

CPU Fan True Value Table

Fan On Temp (°C) Fan Speed (rpm) SPL Spec (dBA)

55 3000 28 60 3300 31 65 3700 34 75 4100 37 80 4500 40

Bus

Speed

Mfg

Tech

Cache

Size

Package

Core

Voltage

Acer P/N

• Throttling 50%: On=90°C, Off=80°C

• OS Shutdown: 95°C

• H/W Shutdown: 92°C

Northbridge

Item Specification

Chipset ATI RS780MN Package 465 BGA

Southbridge

Item Specification

Chipset ATI SB710 Package 549 BGA

BIOS

Item Specification

BIOS vendor Phoenix BIOS BIOS Version V0.11T04 BIOS ROM type Flash

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Item Specification

Features • Flash ROM 1MB

• Supports ISIPP

• Supports Acer UI

• Supports multi-boot

• Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4)

• V arious hot-key s for system control

• Supports SMBUS 2.0, PCI2.3

• ACPI 2.0 compliance with Intel Speed Step support C1, C2, C3, C4 and S3, S4 for mobile CPU

• DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag

• Supports PXE

• Supports Y2K solution

• Supports Win Flash Wake on LAN from S3

• Wake on LAN form S4 in AC mode

• System information

System Memory

Item Specification

Memory controller ATI RS780MN + ATI SB710 Memory size 4GB maximum DIMM socket number 2 Supports memory size per socket 2GB Supports maximum memory size 4GB (total) Supports DIMM type 200-pin +1.8V DDRII Supports DIMM Speed 667/800 MHz Supports DIMM voltage 1.8V Cache Upto 1MB L2 Cache on CPU

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

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

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reversed.

LAN Interface

Item Specification

LAN Chipset Atheros AR8132L Package 48 pin QFM LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side

Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n

Item Specification

Manufacturer Foxconn Model Atheros HB93

Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item Specification

Vendor & Model Name

Seagate ST9160310AS ST9160314AS ST9250315AS ST9320320AS

Seagate ST9320320AS ST9160310AS

Toshiba MK1655GSX MK1655GSX MK3255GSX MK3263GSX

ST9320325AS

Capacity (MB) 500, 250 320, 160 320, 250, 160 500, 320, 250,

Bytes per sector 512 512 512 512 Data heads 4, 2 4, 2 4, 2, 2 4, 4, 3, 2 Drive Format Disks 2, 1 2 or 1, 1 2, 1, 1 2, 2, 2, 1 Spindle speed

5400 5400 5400 5400

(RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB Interface SATA SATA SATA SATA Internal transfer

rate (Mbits/sec,

352 395~952

(typical)

max) I/O data transfer

150 300 300 maximum

rate (Mbytes/sec

max) DC Power Requirements Voltage

5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5%

tolerance

WD WD1600BEVT WD2500BEVT WD3200BEVT WD5000BEVT

160

850 Mbits/s maximum

Super-Multi Drive

Item Specification

Vendor & model name HLDS GT20N Sony AD7580S Performance

Specification

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

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Item Specification

Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained:

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

Sustained:

11.08 Mbytes/s (8x)

Sustained: 1,571 (typical)

max. Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA 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-RW:

• 4.7GB (Ver. 1.2/ Rev 1.0, 2.0, 3.0)

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

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, VideoCD, 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)

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 ALC272X-GR Package 48-pin LQFP ‘Green’ Features High Definition Audio Codec with Dolby Digital Live

Sustained: 10,993 (typical)

Power and Keyboard Controller

Item Specification

Controller EM-7T Package Features • Touchpad pointing device

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Item Specification

Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See “Hot Keys” on page 14.

Battery

Item

Specification

6 Cell

Vendor & model name SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 4400 mAh Normal Voltage 2.2 Ah Package configuration 3S2P

LCD 15.6”

Item Specification

Vendor/model name CMO N156B3-L02 Screen Diagonal (mm) 396.2 Display Area (mm) 344.23 x 193.54 Display resolution (pixels) 1366 x 768 Pixel Pitch 0.252 Display Mode Normal (white)

220

Typical White Luminance (cd/m

)

(also called Brightness) Contrast Ratio 500:1 Response Time (Optical Rise

Time/Fall Time) msec Input Voltage Typical Power Consumption

5.75

(watt) Weight (with inverter) 500 Physical Size (mm) 359.3 x 209.5 x 5.9 Electrical Interface LVDS Support Color 262K Viewing Angle (up/down/right/

20/45/45/45°

left) Temperature Range (°C)

Operating Storage (shipping)

0 to +50

-20 to +60

Card Reader

Item Specification

Part Name 5-in1 card reader Package Built-in

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Item Specification

General Features • PCI-E interface

• 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).

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, 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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Aspire 5532 BIOS

Information

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

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Boot

CPU Type

CPU Speed

HDD Model Name:

HDD Serial Number:

ATAPI Model Name:

System BIOS Version:

VGA BIOS Version:

Serial Number:

Asset Tag Number:

Product Name:

Manufacturer Name:

UUID:

SecurityInformation

AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Dual-Core TK42

1.6 GHz

ST9160310AS

MATSHITADVD

V1.00

ATI M92 V008.050I.0-26.00

Aspire 5532

Acer

39353164386665643635001EECE1D377

Exit

Help

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 Number Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) is an identifier standard used in

Select Item Select Menu

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 Sub-Menu

Setup Defaults

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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Boot

System Time:

System Date:

System Memory:

Extended Memory:

Video Memory:

Quiet Boot:

Network Boot:

F12 Boot Menu:

D2D Recovery:

SATA Mode:

SecurityInformation

[09:00:00]

[12/12/2008]

634 KB

1790 MB

[256MB]

[Enabled]

[Disabled]

[Enabled]

[IDE AHCI]

Exit

Item Specific Help

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or <Enter> selects field.

Help

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

System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory

Quiet 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.

This field reports the memory size of the system. This field reports the Extended Memory size. This field shows the memory allocated for the video

graphics.

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 Sub-Menu

Setup Defaults

Save and Exit

F10

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

(month/day/year) N/A N/A N/A

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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Boot

Supervisor Password Is:Supervisor Password Is: User Password Is:User Password Is: HDD0 Password Is:HDD0 Password Is:

Set Supervisor PasswordSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordSet User Password Set SATA Port 0 HDD PasswordSet SATA Port 0 HDD Password

Password on Boot:Password on Boot:

SecurityInformation

Exit

Item Specific Help

ClearClear ClearClear ClearClear

Supervisor Password controls access to the

[Enter][Enter] [Enter][Enter] [Enter][Enter]

setup utility. It can be used to boot up when Pawword on boot is enabled.

[Disabled][Disabled]

Help

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 HDD0 Password Shows the setting of the hard disk password. Clear or Set Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password. When set,

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

Set SATA Port0 HDD Password

Password on Boot Defines whether a password is required or not while the

Select Item Select Menu

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.

Enter HDD Password. N/A

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.

F5/F6 Enter

Change Values Select Sub-Menu

Setup Defaults

Save and Exit

F10

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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Boot

Boot priority order:

1: IDE0: ST960821A

2: IDE1: MATSHITADVD

3: USB FDD:

4: Network boot: Realtek Boot Agent

5: USB HDD: xxxx USB

6: USB CDROM:

SecurityInformation

Exit

Item Specific Help

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

F1 Esc

Help Exit

Select Item Select Menu

F5/F6 Enter

Change Values Select Sub-Menu

Setup Defaults

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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Boot

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Discard Changes

Save Changes

SecurityInformation

[Enter]

Exit

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Help

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 Sub-Menu

F9 F10

Setup Defaults 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 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.

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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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Boot

Boot priority order:

1: IDE0: ST960821A

2: IDE1: MATSHITADVD

3: USB FDD:

4: Network boot: Realtek Boot Agent

5: USB HDD: xxxx USB

6: USB CDROM:

SecurityInformation

Exit

Item Specific Help

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

Help

Exit

Esc

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

Select Item Select Menu

F5/F6 Enter

Change Values Select Sub-Menu

Setup Defaults

Save and Exit

F10

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4. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays.

Plug in the AC power to continue.

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

WinFlash Utility

Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility:

1. Double-click the WinFlash executable.

2. Click OK to begin the update. WinFlash closes all applications and shuts down the system. NOTE: Place only one *.wph file with flash32.exe in the same folder when executing this procedure.

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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. An error code is generated for unlocking the HDD. Note down this code.

2. Execute the UnlockHD.EXE file to create the unlock code in DOS Mode using the format UnlockHD

[Encode code] with the code noted in the previous step, as follows:

UnlockHD 76943488

3. Select 2 to obtain the password. This password which can be used for unlocking the HDD.

Password :46548274

4. Shut down the computer by pressing down the Power button for 4 seconds.

5. Turn on the computer and key in the password to unlock the HDD.

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Removing BIOS Passwords:

To clear the User or Supervisor passwords through hardware, open the WLAN door and use a metal instrument to short the J1 jumper.

Cleaning BIOS Passwords

To clean the User or Supervisor passwords using software utilites, 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.

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

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

4 ). Write UUID to EEPROM ( Create UUID from Intel WFM20.pdf )

Input:

dmitools /wu

5). Write Asset Tag to EEPROM

Input:

dmitools /wa Acer 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 under DOS mode.

1. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents

as below:

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.

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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 th e system.

3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.

4. Remove the battery pack.

Disassembly Process

IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory conditions. If any part of the LCD Module is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must be replaced.

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 mainboard, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.

Main Screw List

Screw Quantity Part Number

SCREW M2.5*4 1 86.N2802.001 SCREW M2.5*6 10 86.N2802.002 SCREW M2.5*8 30 86.N2802.003 SCREW M2*3 17 86.N2802.004 SCREW M3*3 4 86.N2802.005

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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 of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you must first remove the switch board.

Turn off system and peripherals

power

Disconnect power

and signal cables

from system

Remove

Battery

Remove

Dummy Card

Remove

DIMMs

Remove

Lower Covers

Remove

WLAN

Remove

ODD

Remove

HDD

Screw List

Step Screw Quantity Part No.

Lower Covers M2.5*8 3 86.N2802.003 ODD Module M2.5*8 1 86.N2802.003 WLAN Module M2*3 2 86.N2802.004 HDD Carrier M3*3 4 86.N2802.005

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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).

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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 Lower Covers

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42.

2. Remove the three (3) screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers.

Memory Cover

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Lower Covers M2.5*8 3

3. Remove the HDD cover as shown.

HDD Cover

4. Carefully open the Memory Cover.

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Removing the Optical Drive Module

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42.

2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

ODD Module M2.5*8 1

3. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis.

4. Pull the optical drive module out from the ch assis.

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5. 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

6. Remove the ODD bezel by pulling the top edge downward and clear of th e module.

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Removing the DIMM Modules

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44.

2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release 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 Covers” on page 44.

2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place.

3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board.

NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal and White to the AUX terminal.

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4. Move the antenna away and remove the two (2) screws to release the WLAN Board.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

WLAN Module M2*3 2

5. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket.

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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44.

2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the interface.

3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay.

NOTE: To prevent damage to device, 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 hard disk to the carrier.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

HDD Carrier M3*3 4

5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.

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Main Unit Disassembly Process

Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart

Remove

Power Board

Remove External

Modules before

proceeding

Remove

Left Speaker

Module

Upper Cover

Remove

Switch Cover

Remove

Right Speaker

Module

Remove

Keyboard

Remove

LCD Module

Remove

Upper Cover

Remove

TouchPad

Bracket

Remove

RTC Battery

Lower Cover

Remove

Mainboard

Remove

Thermal Module

Remove

CPU Fan

Remove

CPU

Screw List

Step Screw Quantity Part No.

LCD Module M2.5*8 2 86.N2802.003 LCD Module M2.5*8 4 86.N2802.003 Upper Cover M2.5*8 11 86.N2802.003 Upper Cover M2.5*8 9 86.N2802.003 Power Board M2*3 2 86.N2802.004 Left Speaker Module M2*3 1 86.N2802.004 Right Speaker Module M2*3 1 86.N2802.004 TouchPad Bracket M2*3 2 86.N2802.004 Mainboard M2.5*4 1 86.N2802.001 Thermal Module M2.5*6 4 86.N2802.002 CPU Fan M2*3 3 86.N2802.004

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Removing the Switch Cover

CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. The use of plastic tools or fingers is recommended to remove the Switch Cover.

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42.

2. Turn the computer over. Press down the / and * keys on the right side of the Keyboard to expose the cutout.

Insert a suitable plastic tool (or finger) and pry the Switch Cover upward, away from the Upper Cover.

3. Work along the Switch Cover toward the left hinge, gently prying up the cover as shown.

4. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the computer.

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Removing the Keyboard

1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 53.

2. Pry up the centre of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the Upper Cover.

3. Turn the keyboard over on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector.

4. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the mainboard.

5. Lift the keyboard clear of the Upper Cover.

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Removing the LCD Module

1. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 54.

2. Turn the computer over. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the bottom of the chassis.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Module M2.5*8 2

3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips.

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4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis.

5. Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel.

6. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the

retaining clips all the way to the hinge well.

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7. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cable to the Upper Cover.

8. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is completely free of

the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well.

9. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to expose the Hinge Covers.

10. Press the left side Hinge Cover inward, as shown, and lift to remove the cover from the chassis.

11. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover.

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12. Remove the four (4) securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Module M2.5*8 4

13. Remove the left and right screw covers from on top of the hinges

14. Lift the LCD Module clear of the Upper Cover.

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Removing the Upper Cover

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 55.

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

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Upper Cover M2.5*8 11

3. Turn the computer over. Remove the three (3) screw caps at the rear of the Upper Cover as shown.

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4. Disconnect the following four (4) cables from the Mainboard.

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5. Disconnect A as shown. 6. Disconnect C as shown.

7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FFC cable as shown.

8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FFC cable as shown.

NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFCs whenever available to prevent damage.

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9. Remove the nine (9) screws on the top panel.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Upper Cover M2.5*8 9

10. Starting at the rear left side of the cover , pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. W ork along the back edge of the casing to the right as shown, then lift the Upper Cover clear of the Lower Cover.

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Removing the Power Board

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.

2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Cover as sho wn.

3. Remove the two (2) screws securing the Power Board to the Upper Cove r.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Power Board M2*3 2

4. Lift the Power Board clear of the Upper Cover as shown.

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Removing the Left Speaker Module

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.

2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown.

3. Remove the adhesive tape from the Speaker cable.

4. Remove the Speaker cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips.

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5. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Left Speaker Module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Left Speaker Module

6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, left side first as shown.

M2*3 1

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Removing the Right Speaker Module

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.

2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown.

3. Turn the Upper Cover over and remove the Right Speaker Module cable from the cable channel. Ensure that

the cable is free from all cable clips.

4. Turn the Upper Cover over and pass the cable through the cover as shown.

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5. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Right Speaker Module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Right Speaker Module

6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, right side first as shown.

M2*3 1

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Removing the TouchPad Bracket

IMPORTANT: The TouchPad Board cannot be removed individually. To replace the TouchPad Board, replace the entire Upper Cover.

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.

2. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the Upper Cover.

3. Release the FFC locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the cover.

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

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

TouchPad Bracket M2*3 2

5. Lift the rear edge of the TouchPad bracket first to clear the securing clips and remove it as shown.

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Removing the Mainboard

1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 59.

2. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Mainboard.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Mainboard M2.5*4 1

3. Lift the mainboard from the chassis, right edge first, and place it on a clean, dust-free surface.

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Removing the RTC Battery

IMPORTANT:Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the

connections shown.

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Removing the Thermal Module

1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44.

2. Turn the Mainboard over to access the Thermal Module.

3. Remove the four (4) securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to screw 1) from the Thermal

Module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Thermal Module M2.5*6 4

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4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.

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Removing the CPU Fan

1. See “Removing the Thermal Module ” on page 72.

2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard as shown.

3. Remove the three (3) securing screws from the Fan Module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

CPU Fan M2*3 3

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4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown.

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Removing the CPU

IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.

1. See “Removing the Thermal Module ” on page 72.

2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown.

3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown.

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LCD Module Disassembly Process

LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart

Remove LCD

Panel from Main

Unit before proceeding

Remove

LCD Bezel

Remove

Camera Module

Remove

LCD Panel

Remove

LCD Brackets

Remove

LCD FPC Cable

Remove

Antennas

Screw List

Step Screw Quantity Part No.

LCD Bezel M2.5*6 4 86.N2802.002 LCD Panel M2.5*6 2 86.N2802.002 LCD Brackets M2*3 6 86.N2802.004

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Removing the LCD Bezel

1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 55.

2. Remove the two (2) upper and two (2) lower bezel screw caps and screws.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Bezel M2.5*6 4

3. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Work along the right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Continue along the top edge and down the left side to remove the bezel.

NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to lift up the outside edges of the bezel.

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Removing the Camera Module

1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 78.

2. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable.

3. Remove the Camera from the module.

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Removing the LCD Panel

1. See “Removing the Camera Module” on page 79.

2. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the LCD Panel.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Panel M2.5*6 2

3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place.

4. Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Module as shown.

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5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.

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Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable

1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80.

2. Remove the six (6) securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

LCD Brackets M2*3 6

3. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel.

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4. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel.

5. Lift the cable as shown to disengage the adhesive strip securing it in place.

6. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the remaining adhesive and remove the cable from the panel.

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Removing the Antennas

1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 80.

2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions.

3. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips.

4. Remove the adhesive tape securing the left Antenna to the LCD Module.

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5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the cover.

6. Remove the adhesive strips holding the right antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from

obstructions.

7. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips.

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8. Remove the adhesive foil securing the right Antenna to the LCD Module.

9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the cover.

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LCD Module Reassembly Procedure

Replacing the Antennas

1. Replace the right Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated.

Locating Pin

2. Replace the adhesive foil to secure the Antenna in

place.

4. Run the cable along the cable channel as shown , usin g all available cable clips.

3. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module

using all available clips and adhesive.

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5. Replace the left Antenna as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenn a are correctly seated.

Locating Pin

6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna

in place.

8. Run the cable along the cable channel as shown , using all available cable clips and adhesive.

7. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module

using all available clips and adhesive.

Locating Pin

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9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when correctly installed.

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Replacing the LCD Panel

1. Connect the LCD cable to the panel connector as shown.

3. Run the cable along the back of the panel and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place.

2. Press down the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place.

4. Run the cable across the back of the panel as shown and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the green callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced in the LCD Module.

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Acer Aspire 5532 Service Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

System Specifications

Features

System Block Diagram

Your Acer Notebook tour

Front View

Closed Front View

Rear View

Left View

Right View

Bottom View

Indicators

TouchPad Basics

Using the Keyboard

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

Windows Keys

Hot Keys

Special Key

Using the System Utilities

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

Navigating the BIOS Utility

Aspire 5532 BIOS

Information

Main

Security

Boot

Exit

BIOS Flash Utilities

DOS Flash Utility

WinFlash Utility

Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Disassembly Requirements

Pre-disassembly Instructions

Disassembly Process

External Module Disassembly Process

External Modules Disassembly Flowchart

Removing the Battery Pack

Removing the SD Dummy Card

Removing the Lower Covers

Removing the Optical Drive Module

Removing the DIMM Modules

Removing the WLAN Module

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module

Main Unit Disassembly Process

Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart

Removing the Switch Cover

Removing the Keyboard

Removing the LCD Module

Removing the Upper Cover

Removing the Power Board

Removing the Left Speaker Module

Removing the Right Speaker Module

Removing the TouchPad Bracket

Removing the Mainboard

Removing the RTC Battery

Removing the Thermal Module

Removing the CPU Fan

Removing the CPU

LCD Module Disassembly Process

LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart

Removing the LCD Bezel

Removing the Camera Module

Removing the LCD Panel

Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable

Removing the Antennas

LCD Module Reassembly Procedure

Replacing the Antennas

Replacing the LCD Panel