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Page 3 - Conventions; WARNING; file name

iii Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: WARNING : ! Indicates a potential for personal injury. CAUTION : ! Indicates a potential loss of data or damage to equipment. IMPORTANT : + Indicates information that is important to know for the proper completion of a procedure, cho...

Page 4 - General information

iv General information 0 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the following general information. This service guide provides you with all technical information relating to the basic configuration for Acer’s global product offering. To better fit local market requirements a...

Page 9 - C H A P T E R; Hardware Specifications

Page 11 - Hardware Specifications and Configurations; Features; Operating System

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-3 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Features 0 The following is a summary of the computer’s many features. Operating System 0  Genuine Windows ® 7 Home Premium 64-bit  Genuine Windows ® 7 Home Basic 64-bit Platform 0  Huron River platform ...

Page 12 - Storage Subsystem; Hard disk drive; Audio Subsystem; Communication; Webcam; Wireless and networking; Privacy Control

1-4 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Storage Subsystem 0 Hard disk drive 0  2.5-inch, 9.5 mm, 5400 rpm SATA hard disk drive (HDD) or  2.5-inch, 9.5 mm, Flash Disk SATA solid state drive (SSD) Card reader 0  2-in-1 card reader slot  Supports MultiMediaCard™ (MMC), MultiMediaCard Plu...

Page 13 - Power Adapter and Battery; Keyboard

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-5 Power Adapter and Battery 0  19 V 3-pin AC adapter; 65 W  3 cell 3260 mAh 3S1P lithium polymer battery pack  Battery life:  7 hours for models with SSD  6 hours for models with HDD  Charging period:  1.5 to 2 hours for 0–80% capacity  3 ...

Page 14 - Software and Tools; Productivity

1-6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Software and Tools 0 Productivity 0  Acer ePower Management  Deep Sleep Settings  Adobe ® Flash ® Player 10.1  Adobe ® Reader ® X  AUPEO! (US only)  Bing™ Bar  eSobi™  Fooz Kids  Internet Explorer 9  Kobo™ (Australia, Canada, New Zea...

Page 15 - Web links and utilities; Warranty; Dimensions; Environment

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-7 Web links and utilities 0  Acer Accessory Store (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, UK only)  Acer Identity Card  Acer Registration  Acer Updater  eBay ® shortcut (Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany,...

Page 16 - Notebook Tour; Open Front View

1-8 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Notebook Tour 0 This section provides an overview of the features and functions of the notebook. Open Front View 0 Figure 1-1. Open Front View Table 1-1. Open Front View No. Icon Item Description 1 Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication. 2...

Page 17 - Rear View

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-9 Rear View 0 Figure 1-2. Rear View Table 1-2. Rear View No. Icon Item Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to the AC adapter. 2 HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections. 3 USB 2.0 ports Connects to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camer...

Page 18 - Left View

1-10 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Left View 0 Figure 1-3. Left View Table 1-3. Left View No. Icon Item Description 1 Headphone/Mic in combo jack Connects to combo Headphone/Mic in devices

Page 19 - Right View

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-11 Right View 0 Figure 1-4. Right View Table 1-4. Right View No. Icon Item Description 1 2-in-1 card reader Supports MMC, MMCplus, and SD cards. Note: Only one card can operate at any given time.

Page 20 - Base View

1-12 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Base View 0 Figure 1-5. Base View Table 1-5. Base View No. Icon Item Description 1 Battery reset pinhole Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds to reset the computer (simulates removing and reinstalling the battery) 2 Strap Slot Fo...

Page 21 - Touchpad Basics; Touchpad

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Touchpad Basics 0 Figure 1-6. Touchpad  Move finger across the multi-touchpad (1) to move the cursor. Tapping on the multi-touchpad is the same as clicking the left button of a mouse.  Press the lower left (2) and lower right (3) part of the multi-...

Page 22 - Lock Keys; Keyboard Lock Keys

1-14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Keyboard 0 The keyboard contains an overlay numeric keys, inverted “T” cursor key, Windows® key, Application key, function lock keys, and hotkeys controlling various computer features. Figure 1-7. Keyboard Lock Keys 0 The keyboard has three lock keys w...

Page 23 - Windows Keys

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Figure 1-9. Windows-specific Keys Num Lock Fn + F11  The key can be turned on/off via the internal keyboard ( Fn + F11 ) or the external keyboard/keypad. Num Lock affect...

Page 24 - Hotkeys

1-16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Hotkeys 0 The computer uses hotkeys or key combinations to access most computer controls. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the key in the combination. Figure 1-10. Hotkeys Windows Logo key  Ctrl + + L : Lock your computer...

Page 26 - D2D Recovery; Enabled; System Block Diagram

1-18 Hardware Specifications and Configurations D2D Recovery 0 The Acer Disk to Disk (D2D) recovery function allows you to use the recovery partition to troubleshoot your computer. 1. Restart the computer. 2. During POST, press F1 to access the BIOS Setup screen. 3. Press  to select the Main menu. ...

Page 27 - Specification Tables; Computer Specifications

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-19 Specification Tables 0 Computer Specifications Item Metric Imperial Dimensions Width 32.2 cm 12.68 in Depth 21.85 cm 8.52 in Height 1.75 cm 0.68 in Weight (equipped with 3-cell battery pack) 1.33 kg with SSD disk drive 1.35 kg with HDD disk drive 2.93 ...

Page 35 - Item

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-27 Power global states  G3 Mechanical Off - This off state is entered through a mechanical means; no electrical current is running through the circuitry and it can be worked on without damaging the hardware or endangering service personnel. Except for th...

Page 37 - System IO Address Map

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-29 System IO Address Map I/O address (hex) System Function (shipping configuration) 0000 - 001F Direct Memory Access Controller 0000- 0CF7 PCI bus 0020- 0021 Programmable Interrupt Controller 0024- 0025 Programmable Interrupt Controller 0028- 0029 Program...

Page 39 - System Utilities

Page 41 - BIOS Setup Utility; Navigating the BIOS Utility; NOTE

System Utilities 2-3 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is a hardware configuration program built into a computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). The utility is pre-configured and optimized so most users do not need to run it. If configuration problems occur, the setup utility ma...

Page 42 - BIOS Menus; Information; Hardware Information

2-4 System Utilities BIOS Menus 0 This section describes the InsydeH2O BIOS Setup Utility menu tabs. NOTE: NOTE : The screenshots used in this chapter are for reference only. Actual values can vary depending on the computer model. Information 0 This tab shows a summary of the computer‘s hardware inf...

Page 44 - Main; BIOS Main

2-6 System Utilities Main 0 Use this tab to set the system time and date, enable or disable boot options, and enable or disable the D2D recovery feature. Figure 2-2. BIOS Main Table 2-2. BIOS Main Parameter Description Format/Option System Time System time expressed in 24-hour format Format: HH:MM:S...

Page 45 - Security; BIOS Security

System Utilities 2-7 Security 0 Use this tab to safeguard and protect the computer from unauthorized use. Figure 2-3. BIOS Security NOTE: NOTE : When prompted to enter the password, three attempts are allowed before system halts. Resetting the BIOS password may require the user to return the compute...

Page 46 - Setting a Password; IMPORTANT; Removing a Password; Set Supervisor Password

2-8 System Utilities Setting a Password 0 Follow the succeeding instructions to set the user or supervisor passwords. 1. Press to highlight a Set _______ Password parameter and press Enter . The Set _______ Password dialog box appears. Figure 2-4. Set Supervisor Password 2. Type a new password in th...

Page 47 - Changing a Password; Setup Notice

System Utilities 2-9 Changing a Password 0 1. Press to highlight a Set _______ Password parameter and press Enter . The Set _______ Password dialog box appears. Figure 2-6. Set Supervisor Password 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter . 3. Type the new pass...

Page 48 - BIOS Boot

2-10 System Utilities Boot 0 Use this tab to set the preferred drive sequence in which the Setup Utility attempts to boot the operating system. By default, the computer searches for boot devices in the following order: 1. Hard disk drive 2. External USB bootable device 3. Network boot 4. External US...

Page 49 - Exit; BIOS Exit

System Utilities 2-11 Exit 0 Use the Exit tab to save or discard changes and close the BIOS Setup Utility . Figure 2-9. BIOS Exit Table 2-4. Exit Parameters Parameter Description Exit Saving Changes Close the BIOS Setup Utility and save the setup changes. Exit Discarding Changes Close the BIOS Setup...

Page 50 - BIOS Flash Utilities

2-12 System Utilities BIOS Flash Utilities 0 BIOS Flash memory updates are 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: NOTE : If a Cr...

Page 51 - WinFlash Utility

System Utilities 2-13 DOS Flash Utility 0 Perform the following to use the DOS Flash Utility : 1. Press F2 during boot to enter Setup Menu . 2. Select Boot Menu to modify boot priority order. Example: If using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Figure 2-10. BIOS Boot 3. Insert the U...

Page 52 - Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities; Removing the HDD Password; Password Error Status; Password Encoding

2-14 System Utilities Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 0 This section explains how to remove the HDD and BIOS passwords. Removing the HDD Password 0 NOTE: NOTE : If the incorrect HDD password is entered three times in succession, an error is generated. (Figure 2-11) Figure 2-11. Password Error Sta...

Page 53 - Removing the BIOS Passwords

System Utilities 2-15 Removing the BIOS Passwords 0 To clear a lost BIOS password (user or supervisor password), you need to short the clear password hardware gap (G2201) located on the mainboard. Refer to the “ Clearing the BIOS Passwords ” on page 5-5 section for detailed instructions. Figure 2-14...

Page 54 - Using DMI Tools; LAN EEPROM Utility

2-16 System Utilities Using DMI Tools 0 The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory). Used in the DMI pool for hardware management. LAN EEPROM Utility 0 LAN EEPROM Utility enables to change the MAC address. Perfor...

Page 55 - Machine Maintenance

Page 59 - Machine Disassembly and Replacement; Recommended Equipment

Machine Maintenance 3-5 Machine Maintenance Machine Disassembly and Replacement 0 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and inst...

Page 60 - Pre-disassembly Instructions; AC Adapter

3-6 Machine Maintenance Pre-disassembly Instructions 0 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. Figure 3-1. AC Adapter 3. R...

Page 61 - Disassembly Process; Disassembly Flowchart

Machine Maintenance 3-7 Disassembly Process 0 The flowchart provided in this disassembly section 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 WLAN/M-SATA board, you must first r...

Page 62 - Screw List

3-8 Machine Maintenance Mainboard Disassembly M2 x L3 1 86.00E14.523 RTC Battery Disassembly - - - WLAN Board Disassembly - - - Keyboard Disassembly M1.4 x L1.2 29 86.EA322.2R0 Middle Cover Disassembly M2 x L3 4 86.00E14.523 LCD Module Disassembly M2 x L4.5 4 86.EA552.4R5 Table 3-2. Screw List Step ...

Page 63 - Removing the Lower Case; Lower Case Screws; Lower Case

Machine Maintenance 3-9 Removing the Lower Case 0 1. Remove the twelve screws securing the lower case. Figure 3-3. Lower Case Screws 2. Gently lift the lower case and lay it down beside the main unit. Figure 3-4. Lower Case Table 3-3. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Lower Case Disassembly M2 x...

Page 64 - Removing the Battery Pack; Left Speaker Screws

3-10 Machine Maintenance Removing the Battery Pack 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Remove the two screws securing the left speaker to the upper case. Figure 3-5. Left Speaker Screws 3. Lift the left speaker off the upper case and temporarily place it...

Page 65 - Battery Pack Screws

Machine Maintenance 3-11 4. Lift the DC-In & Power cable off the battery pack. Figure 3-7. DC-In & Power Cable 5. Remove the two screws securing the battery pack to the upper case. Figure 3-8. Battery Pack Screws Table 3-8. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Battery Pack Disassembly M2 x ...

Page 66 - Battery Cable; Battery Pack

3-12 Machine Maintenance 6. Lift the battery pack off its socket in the upper case then slide it a few millimeters away from the mainboard ( 1 ). Disconnect the battery cable from the WLAN board ( 2 ). Figure 3-9. Battery Cable 7. Detach the battery pack from the upper case. Figure 3-10. Battery Pac...

Page 67 - Removing the Left and Right Speakers; Right Speaker Screws and Adhesive Tape

Machine Maintenance 3-13 Removing the Left and Right Speakers 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Remove the two screws securing the right speakers to the upper case ( 1 ). F...

Page 68 - Speaker Cable

3-14 Machine Maintenance 6. Disconnect the speaker’s cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-13. Speaker Cable

Page 69 - Removing the WLAN Module; WLAN Module Antennas; Antenna Cables Adhesive Tapes

Machine Maintenance 3-15 Removing the WLAN Module 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Unplug the two antenna cables from the WLAN module. Figure 3-14. WLAN Module Antennas IM...

Page 70 - WLAN Module Screw; WLAN Module; Screw

3-16 Machine Maintenance 5. Remove the screw securing the WLAN module to the WLAN/M-SATA board. Figure 3-16. WLAN Module Screw 6. Detach the WLAN module from the slot. Figure 3-17. WLAN Module NOTE: NOTE : A circuit board that is > 10cm 2 has been highlighted with a yellow rectangle in Figure 3-1...

Page 73 - Removing the HDD Module; HDD Cable Adhesive Tape

Machine Maintenance 3-19 Removing the HDD Module 0 NOTE: NOTE : For models that have SSD disk drive installed, please proceed to page 3-22 , “ Removing the SSD Module ”. 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedur...

Page 74 - HDD Module Screw; HDD Module

3-20 Machine Maintenance 5. Remove the screw securing the HDD module to the upper case. Figure 3-24. HDD Module Screw 6. Detach the HDD module from the upper case. Figure 3-25. HDD Module Table 3-24. Screw Step Screw Quantity Screw Type HDD Module Disassembly M2 x L3 1

Page 75 - HDD Cable; HDD Bracket Screws

Machine Maintenance 3-21 7. Detach the cable from the HDD module. Figure 3-26. HDD Cable 8. Remove the four screws securing the HDD module to the bracket ( 1 ) then detach the HDD module from the bracket ( 2 ). Figure 3-27. HDD Bracket Screws Table 3-27. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type HDD Bra...

Page 76 - Removing the SSD Module; SSD Cable Adhesive Tape

3-22 Machine Maintenance Removing the SSD Module 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Release the SSD cable from the adhesive tape securing it. Figure 3-28. SSD Cable Adhesive...

Page 77 - SSD Module Screw; SSD Module

Machine Maintenance 3-23 5. Remove the screw securing the SSD module to the upper case. Figure 3-30. SSD Module Screw 6. Detach the SSD module from the upper case. Figure 3-31. SSD Module Table 3-30. Screw Step Screw Quantity Screw Type SSD Module Disassembly M2 x L3 1

Page 78 - SSD Cable; SSD Bracket Screws

3-24 Machine Maintenance 7. Detach the cable from the SSD module. Figure 3-32. SSD Cable 8. Remove the four screws securing the SSD module to the bracket ( 1 ) then detach the SSD module from the bracket ( 2 ). Figure 3-33. SSD Bracket Screws Table 3-33. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type SSD Bra...

Page 79 - Removing the Card Reader Board; Card Reader Cable

Machine Maintenance 3-25 Removing the Card Reader Board 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Disconnect the card reader cable from the mainboard and the card reader board. Fig...

Page 80 - Card Reader Board

3-26 Machine Maintenance 5. Detach the card reader board from the upper case. Figure 3-36. Card Reader Board NOTE: NOTE : A circuit board that is > 10cm 2 has been highlighted with a yellow rectangle in Figure 3-36 . Follow the local regulations for disposing this type of circuit board.

Page 81 - Removing the Mainboard; Touchpad Cable

Machine Maintenance 3-27 Removing the Mainboard 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Release the connector latch ( 1 ) from the mainboard, then disconnect the touchpad cable (...

Page 82 - Power Button Cable; Keyboard Cable

3-28 Machine Maintenance 5. Release the connector latch ( 1 ) from the mainboard, then disconnect the power button cable ( 2 ). Figure 3-39. Power Button Cable 6. Release the latch ( 1 ) from the mainboard then disconnect the keyboard cable ( 2 ). Figure 3-40. Keyboard Cable

Page 83 - LCD Cable Adhesive Tape; LCD Cable

Machine Maintenance 3-29 7. Release the LCD cable from the adhesive tape securing it. Figure 3-41. LCD Cable Adhesive Tape 8. Disconnect the LCD cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-42. LCD Cable

Page 84 - Mainboard Screw; Mainboard

3-30 Machine Maintenance 9. Remove the screw securing the mainboard to the upper case. Figure 3-43. Mainboard Screw 10. Detach the mainboard from the upper case. Figure 3-44. Mainboard NOTE: NOTE : A circuit board that is > 10cm 2 has been highlighted with a yellow rectangle in Figure 3-44 . Foll...

Page 85 - Removing the Thermal Module; Fan Cable

Machine Maintenance 3-31 Removing the Thermal Module 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Disconnect the thermal module fan cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-45. Fan Cable 4....

Page 86 - Thermal Module

3-32 Machine Maintenance 5. Detach the thermal module from the mainboard. Figure 3-47. Thermal Module

Page 87 - Removing the RTC Battery; RTC Battery Cable

Machine Maintenance 3-33 Removing the RTC Battery 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Perform the “ Removing the Mainboard ” procedure described on page 3-27 . 4. Disconnect ...

Page 88 - Removing the WLAN Board; WLAN Board

3-34 Machine Maintenance Removing the WLAN Board 0 NOTE: NOTE : For models that have M-SATA board installed, please proceed to page 3-35 , “ Removing the M-SATA Board ”. 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedur...

Page 89 - Removing the M-SATA Board

Machine Maintenance 3-35 Removing the M-SATA Board 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Perform the “ Removing the WLAN Module ” procedure described on page 3-15 . 4. Release ...

Page 90 - Removing the Keyboard

3-36 Machine Maintenance Removing the Keyboard 0 NOTE: NOTE : The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care not to use excessive force when removing. 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pa...

Page 91 - Keyboard Screws

Machine Maintenance 3-37 12. Remove the twenty nine screws securing the keyboard to the upper case. Figure 3-56. Keyboard Screws 13. Detach the keyboard from the upper case. Figure 3-57. Keyboard Table 3-56. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Keyboard Disassembly M1.4 × L1.2 29

Page 92 - Removing the Power Button Board

3-38 Machine Maintenance Removing the Power Button Board 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Release the latch ( 1 ) from the mainboard then disconnect the power button cable...

Page 93 - Removing the Middle Cover Assembly; Middle Cover Assembly Screws

Machine Maintenance 3-39 Removing the Middle Cover Assembly 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Perform the “ Removing the Left and Right Speakers ” procedure described on pa...

Page 94 - Upper Case Assembly; Middle Cover Assembly

3-40 Machine Maintenance 12. Tilt the upper case until it is approximately at a 100° angle with the LCD assembly. Figure 3-61. Upper Case Assembly 13. Detach the middle cover assembly from the upper case. Figure 3-62. Middle Cover Assembly

Page 95 - Removing the LCD Module

Machine Maintenance 3-41 Removing the LCD Module 0 1. Perform the “ Removing the Lower Case ” procedure described on page 3-9 . 2. Perform the “ Removing the Battery Pack ” procedure described on page 3-10 . 3. Perform the “ Removing the Left and Right Speakers ” procedure described on page 3-13 . 4...

Page 96 - Upper Case Screws – LCD Hinges; LCD Module; Screws

3-42 Machine Maintenance 13. Remove the four screws securing the upper case to the LCD hinges. Figure 3-64. Upper Case Screws – LCD Hinges 14. Gently detach the LCD cable from the upper case ( 1 ) and lift the upper case away from the LCD module ( 2 ). Figure 3-65. LCD Module IMPORTANT : + Make sure...

Page 97 - Reassembly Process; Replacing the LCD Module; Upper Case

Machine Maintenance 3-43 Reassembly Process 0 Replacing the LCD Module 0 1. Tilt the LCD hinge approximately at a 45° angle then insert the upper case and align the screw posts of the upper case with the screw holes in the LCD hinges. Figure 3-66. Upper Case 2. Verify that the LCD cable is looped pr...

Page 98 - Upper Case - LCD Hinge Screws

3-44 Machine Maintenance 3. Secure the upper case to the LCD hinges using four screws. Figure 3-68. Upper Case - LCD Hinge Screws Table 3-68. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Upper Case Reassembly M2 x L4.5 4

Page 99 - Replacing the Middle Cover Assembly

Machine Maintenance 3-45 Replacing the Middle Cover Assembly 0 1. Tilt the upper case until it is approximately at a 100° angle with the LCD assembly Figure 3-69. Upper Case Assembly 2. Insert the middle cover assembly in its slot. Figure 3-70. Middle Cover Assembly

Page 101 - Replacing the Power Button Board; Power Button Board

Machine Maintenance 3-47 Replacing the Power Button Board 0 1. Insert the power button board in its slot in the middle cover ( 1 ), then secure it using adhesive tapes ( 2 ). Figure 3-73. Power Button Board 2. Connect the power button cable to the mainboard ( 1 ), then press the connector latch ( 2 ...

Page 102 - Replacing the Keyboard

3-48 Machine Maintenance Replacing the Keyboard 0 1. Place the keyboard in its slot in the upper case. Figure 3-75. Keyboard 2. Secure the keyboard to the upper case using twenty nine screws. Figure 3-76. Keyboard Screws Table 3-76. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Keyboard Reassembly M1.4 × L1...

Page 104 - Replacing the WLAN Board

3-50 Machine Maintenance Replacing the WLAN Board 0 NOTE: NOTE : For models that have M-SATA board installed, please proceed to page 3-51 , “ Replacing the M-SATA Board. ”. 1. Place the WLAN board in its slot in the upper case. Figure 3-79. WLAN Board 2. Connect the WLAN & mini 1 cables ( 1 ) to...

Page 106 - Replacing the RTC Battery; RTC Battery

3-52 Machine Maintenance Replacing the RTC Battery 0 1. Secure the RTC battery to the bottom of the mainboard using self adhesive tape. Figure 3-83. RTC Battery 2. Connect the RTC battery cable to the mainboard. Figure 3-84. RTC Battery Cable

Page 107 - Replacing the Thermal Module

Machine Maintenance 3-53 Replacing the Thermal Module 0 1. Place the thermal module in its slot in the mainboard. Figure 3-85. Thermal Module 2. Secure the thermal module using the spring-loaded captive screws. Follow the screw sequence indicated on Figure 3-86 . Figure 3-86. Thermal Module Screws T...

Page 109 - Replacing the Mainboard

Machine Maintenance 3-55 Replacing the Mainboard 0 1. Place the mainboard in its slot in the upper case. Figure 3-88. Mainboard 2. Secure the mainboard to the upper case using one screw. Figure 3-89. Mainboard Screw Table 3-89. Screw Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Mainboard Reassembly M2 × L3 1

Page 113 - Replacing the Card Reader Board; Card Reader Board Screws

Machine Maintenance 3-59 Replacing the Card Reader Board 0 1. Place the card reader board in its slot in the upper case. Figure 3-95. Card Reader Board 2. Secure the card reader board to the upper case using two screws. Figure 3-96. Card Reader Board Screws Table 3-96. Screws Step Screw Quantity Scr...

Page 115 - Replacing the HDD Module

Machine Maintenance 3-61 Replacing the HDD Module 0 NOTE: NOTE : For models that have SSD disk drive installed, please proceed to page 3-64 , “ Replacing the SSD Module ” 1. Place the HDD module in the bracket ( 1 ) and then secure the HDD bracket using four screws ( 2 ). Figure 3-98. HDD Bracket Sc...

Page 118 - Replacing the SSD Module

3-64 Machine Maintenance Replacing the SSD Module 0 1. Place the SSD module in the bracket ( 1 ) and then secure the SSD bracket using four screws ( 2 ). Figure 3-104. SSD Bracket Screws 2. Connect the cable to the SSD module. Figure 3-105. HDD Cable Table 3-104. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Typ...

Page 123 - Replacing the WLAN Module

Machine Maintenance 3-69 Replacing the WLAN Module 0 1. Insert the WLAN module in its slot in the WLAN board. Figure 3-114. WLAN Module 2. Secure the WLAN module to the upper case using one screw. Figure 3-115. WLAN Module Screw Table 3-115. Screw Step Screw Quantity Screw Type WLAN Module Reassembl...

Page 125 - Replacing the Right Speakers; Speakers

Machine Maintenance 3-71 Replacing the Right Speakers 0 1. Connect the speaker’s cable to the mainboard. Figure 3-118. Speaker Cable 2. Place the right speaker in its slot in the upper case. Figure 3-119. Speakers

Page 127 - Replacing the Battery Pack

Machine Maintenance 3-73 Replacing the Battery Pack 0 1. Slide the battery pack underneath the mini 1 and WLAN/M-SATA cables as shown. Figure 3-121. Battery Pack 2. Connect the battery cable to the WLAN board ( 1 ), then push the battery pack forward until its four socket holes fits into the screw p...

Page 129 - Left Speaker

Machine Maintenance 3-75 5. Place the left speaker in its slot in the upper case. Figure 3-125. Left Speaker 6. Secure the left speaker to the upper case using two screws. Figure 3-126. Left Speaker Screws Table 3-126. Screws Step Screw Quantity Screw Type Left Speaker Module Reassembly M1.4 x L3 2

Page 130 - Replacing the Lower Case

3-76 Machine Maintenance Replacing the Lower Case 0 1. Place the lower case into the upper case, making sure the I/O ports of the mainboard are extruding from their port holes. Figure 3-127. Lower Case 2. Secure the lower case using twelve screws. Figure 3-128. Lower Case Screws Table 3-128. Screws ...

Page 131 - Troubleshooting

Page 133 - Introduction; Common Problems

Troubleshooting 4-3 Troubleshooting Introduction 0 This chapter contains information about troubleshooting common problems associated with the computer. General Information 0 The following procedures are a guide for troubleshooting computer problems. The step by step procedures are designed to be pe...

Page 134 - Power On Issues; Power On Issue; Computer Shuts Down Intermittently

4-4 Troubleshooting Power On Issues 0 If the system does not power on, perform the following, one at a time, to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. Figure 4-1. Power On Issue Computer Shuts Down Intermittently 0 If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following. 1. Ma...

Page 135 - No Display Issues; No Display Issue; No POST or Video

Troubleshooting 4-5 No Display Issues 0 If the Display does not work, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-2. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following one at a time. 1. Make sure that internal displa...

Page 136 - Abnormal Video; Apply

4-6 Troubleshooting 3. Drain stored power by removing the power cable and the battery pack. Hold the power button for 10 seconds. 4. Connect the power cable and reboot the computer. 5. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display by pre...

Page 137 - LCD Failure

Troubleshooting 4-7 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on-screen prompts. 9. If the issue is still not resolved, refer to the Online Support Information on page 9-3 LCD Failure 0 If the LCD fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a n...

Page 138 - Keyboard Failure

4-8 Troubleshooting Keyboard Failure 0 If the Keyboard fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-4. Keyboard Failure

Page 139 - Touchpad Failure

Troubleshooting 4-9 Touchpad Failure 0 If the Touchpad fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-5. Touchpad Failure

Page 140 - Internal Speaker Failure; Sound Problems

4-10 Troubleshooting Internal Speaker Failure 0 If internal Speakers fail, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-6. Internal Speaker Failure Sound Problems 0 Perform the following, one at a time. 1. Boot the computer. 2. Navigate to Start  Control Panel ...

Page 142 - Microphone Failure

4-12 Troubleshooting Microphone Failure 0 If internal or external Microphones fail, perform the following, one at a time. Figure 4-7. Microphone Failure 1. Check that the microphone is enabled. Navigate to Start  Control Panel  Hardware and Sound  Sound and select the Recording tab. 2. Right clic...

Page 143 - USB Failure

Troubleshooting 4-13 USB Failure 0 If the USB fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-8. USB Failure

Page 144 - WLAN Failure

4-14 Troubleshooting WLAN Failure 0 If the WLAN fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-9. WLAN Failure

Page 145 - Card Reader Failure

Troubleshooting 4-15 Card Reader Failure 0 If the Card Reader fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-10. Card Reader Failure

Page 146 - Thermal Unit Failure

4-16 Troubleshooting Thermal Unit Failure 0 If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-11. Thermal Unit Failure

Page 147 - Other Functions Failure

Troubleshooting 4-17 Other Functions Failure 0 1. Check if drives are functioning correctly. 2. Check if external modules are functioning correctly. 3. Change mainboard to check if current one is defective.

Page 149 - Error Codes

Troubleshooting 4-19 Error Codes 0 Table 4-2. Error Codes Error Codes Error Messages 006 Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (The causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) 010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xx...

Page 150 - BIOS Beep Codes

4-20 Troubleshooting BIOS Beep Codes 0 Table 4-3. BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps POST Routine Description 02h Verify Real Mode 03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) 04h Get CPU type 06h Initialize system hardware 08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values 09h Set IN POST flag 0Ah Initialize CPU ...

Page 155 - POST Codes; Component Codes

Troubleshooting 4-25 POST Codes 0 There are two types of POST codes: Progress Codes and Error Codes. Progress Codes are designed to show the execution point while booting or executing services. Error Codes are designed to halt on exceptional (fatal) error conditions. Component Codes 0 The Component ...

Page 159 - Progress Codes

Troubleshooting 4-29 Progress Codes 0 This section describes the progress code values. Table 4-5. Progress Codes Range Description 0x00-0x1f Standard progress Codes. All other values are reserved. POSTCODE_PC_COMP_PEI_BEGIN (0x01) - The component was loaded and the PEI entry point called. POSTCODE_P...

Page 161 - Jumper and Connector Locations

Page 163 - Mainboard Layout

Jumper and Connector Locations 5-3 Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Layout 0 Figure 5-1. Mainboard Top Table 5-1. Mainboard Top No. Code Component No. Code Component 1 HDMI1 HDMI out port 10 TPAD1 Touchpad connector 2 USB USB port 11 PCH1 Mobile Intel UM67 Chipset 3 CARD1 Card reader connect...

Page 164 - Mainboard Bottom

5-4 Jumper and Connector Locations Figure 5-2. Mainboard Bottom Table 5-2. Mainboard Bottom No. Code Component 1 G2201 Clear password hardware gap 2 RAM2/4/6/8 Onboard memory 3 DMIC1 Mic-in

Page 165 - Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery; Clearing the BIOS Passwords

Jumper and Connector Locations 5-5 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 0 This section provides procedures for:  Clearing the BIOS passwords  Performing a BIOS recovery Clearing the BIOS Passwords 0 To clear a lost BIOS password (user or supervisor password), you need to short the clear pas...

Page 166 - Performing a BIOS Recovery; Boot Block

5-6 Jumper and Connector Locations Performing a BIOS Recovery 0 Boot Block 0 An interruption during a BIOS flash procedure (e.g. a power outage) can corrupt the BIOS code, which will cause the system to go into an unbootable state. The BIOS boot block refers to a special BIOS program that can be use...

Page 167 - Performing a BIOS recovery

Jumper and Connector Locations 5-7 Performing a BIOS recovery 0 NOTE: NOTE : Make sure the battery pack is installed to the system and that the computer is connected to a UPS unit during the BIOS recovery process. The function hotkey sequence Fn + Esc is used to enable the BIOS recovery process when...

Page 169 - FRU List

Page 172 - Exploded Diagrams; Main Assembly; Main Assembly Exploded Diagram

6-4 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Aspire S3 MS2346 Exploded Diagrams 0 Main Assembly 0 Figure 6-1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram Table 6-1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram No. Description Part Number 1 Upper Case Assembly 60.4QP04.001 2 Lower Case Assembly 60.4QP03.001 3 Dummy Card 42.4QP15.001 ...

Page 174 - Category

6-6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List FRU List 0 Category Description Acer Part No. ADAPTER ADP 65W 19V LV5 ADP-65VH BA LOW PROFILE AP.06501.033 ADP LITEON 65W 19V PA-1650-69AW LV5 L AP.06503.029 BATTERY BTY PACK LI+ SANYO 3C 3.26AH SANYO POLYM BT.00303.026 BTY PACK LI+ SONY 3C 3.26AH SONY POLYMER B...

Page 183 - Test Compatible Components

Page 185 - Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test

Test Compatible Components 7-3 Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows ® 7 environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals whic...

Page 186 - CPU; Vendor

7-4 Test Compatible Components CPU 10001067 INTEL Ci32367MB CPU Intel Core i3 2367M BGA 1.4G 17W KC.23601.7MB 10001067 INTEL Ci33217UB CPU Intel Core i3 3217U BGA 1.8G 1600 17W Ivy Bridge KC.32101.3UM 10001067 INTEL Ci52467MB CPU Intel Core i5 2467M BGA 1.6G 17W KC.24601.7MB 10001067 INTEL Ci53317UB...

Page 187 - SSD

Test Compatible Components 7-5 60002036 SEAGATE N500GB5.4KS_4K HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB 9WS142-188 ST500LT012, Yarra 500G/P, 7mmzh SATA 8MB LF+HF F/W:0001SDM1 KH.50001.030 60001994 WD N500GB5.4KS_4K HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB WD5000LPVT-22G33T0, MN500S, 500G/P, 7mmzh HDD SATA 8MB LF+HF ...

Page 189 - Wireless LAN

Test Compatible Components 7-7 Wireless LAN 10001023 LITE-ON 3rd WiFi 1x1 BGN+ BT4.0 Lite-On 3rd WiFi 1x1 BGN+ BT4.0 Atheros WB225(WLAN HB195 1x1 BGN +BT4.0 ATH3012) NI.23600.098 10001018 HON HAI 3rd WiFi 1x1 BGN+ BT4.0 Wireless LAN Broadcom 4313iPA+20702 (WLAN 4313iPA 1x1 BGN+ BT4.0 20702) NI.23600...

Page 191 - Online Support Information