Aspire SeriesTravelMate Series 1
Left and right speaD32C 3E3n 'io output. Accepts audio line-in devices e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman D Accepts input from external microphones. Headphones speaker line-out jack with S PDIF support Connects to audio line-out devices e.g., speakers, headphones . Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Aspire 9420 9410 7110 Series TravelMate 5620 5610...
External Module Reassembly Process Replacing the WLAN Board
1. Insert the WLAN Board into the Mainboard. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the WLAN Board in place. 3. Connect the Antenna cables to the WLAN Board. NOTE Cable placement is White to the AUX terminal right and Black to the MAIN terminal left . IMPORTANT Ensure that the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent them from being pinched when the lower covers are replaced. 1. Identify the SODIMM to replace. The image below shows the locations of SODIMM slot 0 and SODIMM slot 1. Slot 0...
Disassembling the LCD Module
1. Remove the four screw caps as shown. 2. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel. 3. Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module. 4. Remove the screw fastening the LCD inverter. 5. Take out the LCD inverter from the LCD cover, then disconnect the LCD cable from the inverter. 6. Disconnect the LCD power cable on the other side. 7. Remove the two screws fastening the LCD assembly. 8. Take out the LCD assembly from the LCD panel. 9. Tear off the tape fastening the LCD cable. 10. Remove...
Replacing the LCD Brackets
1. Lift the antenna cable and slide the left LCD Bracket under the antenna cable. 2. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket. 2. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket. 4. Place the LCD bracket on the LCD cover so the LCD Cover pins penetrate the bracket.
Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allow you to lock up your
Removable data devices includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system. Optical drive devices includes any kind of CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives. Floppy disk drives 3.5-inch disks only. Interfaces NOtei s serial port, parallel port, infrared IR , and Bluetooth.
Docking the Notebook to the MPB
To dock the Notebook Computer into the MPB, use the following procedure 1. Turn the notebook over and open the expansion door slide the door toward the center of the notebook to expose the docking connector. 2. Slide the lever release latch to the front of the MPB to release the docking lever refer to Figure 2-3 . 3. Swing the Docking Lever outward a full 90 degrees from the side of the MPB. 4. Slide the notebook into the MPB, right side first, as shown in Figure 2-3. Ensure that the docking...
Bottom View
Houses the computer's hard disk secured with screws . Protects the hard disk drive from shocks and bumps only for certain models . Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
Bottom View 1
NOTE This is engineering sample. The image above may not be exactly the same as the real main board you get.
Replacing the Power Board
1. Insert the Power Board into the Lower Cover so the slot on the Power Board hooks onto the securing tab in the upper cover. IMPORTANT The FFC is soldered to the power board. Take care when lifting to minimize bending of the connection, lest breakage occur. 2. Adhere the FFC to the Speaker Module.
Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Help IHM Select Item HR5B3bhange Values H BS Setup Defaults Exit QQ Select Menu gntgj Select 4 Sub-Menu yflQ Save and Exit NOTE Please refer to Remove HDD BIOS Password section if you need to know how to remove HDD BIOS Password. Shows the setting of the user password. Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Press Enter to set the user password. When user password is set, this...
Front View
Also called Liquid-Crystal Display LCD , displays computer output Configuration may vary by models . Launch predefined programs or user defined programs at the push of a button. Press to start automatic backup procedure. Indicates when the hard drive is active. Lights up when the Num Lock is activated. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Indicated the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully...
Acer eSettings Management
Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating. Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users. Summary Processor Memory MB and BIOS I Rte I 9 5 5XM. lt 9 4 5 G M P M.'GMSJ940G M L Intel R PRG Wireless...
Random Loss of BIOS Settings
If the computer is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. If the computer is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. 3. If the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices. If the BIOS settings are still lost, replace the cables....
Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module
2. Remove the two screws securing the strip cover from the bottom of the notebook. 3. Detach the strip cover from the front side and remove it. 4. Gently pull up the keyboard to release it from the four snaps as shown. 5. Turn over the keyboard as the image shows. Then disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board. 6. Remove the keyboard from the main unit. 7. Disconnect the LCD cable and microphone cable from the main board. 8. Pull out the wireless LAN antennas free from the main unit as...
Using DMITools
The DMI Desktop Management Interface Tool copies BIOS information to eeprom to be used in the DMI pool for hardware management. When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking the table correlates with the hardware before sending to the operating system Windows, etc. . To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps 2. Execute dmitools.exe. The following messages show dmitools usage DMITOOLS R WP WS WU STRING dmitools r gt Read dmi string from bios dmitools wm xxxx gt Write...
Replacing the CPU
IMPORTANT The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down CPU side up , and place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down CPU side up , and place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. 2. Turn the securing screw 180 to secure the CPU in the socket. 3. Insert the Graphics Card into the Mainboard...
Loading Default Settings
If you want to restore all parameter settings to their default values, select this menu item and press Enter. The following dialog box displays. Do you want to load default settings Yes No If you would like to load default settings for all parameters, use the cursor left right keys to select Yes then press Enter. Choose No if otherwise. The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs Use the AFlash utility to update the system BIOS flash...
LCD Disassembly
1. Remove the eight rubber caps on the LCD bezel and release the eight screws securing the LCD bezel. 2. Detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module as shown. 3. Release the screw holding the inverter board. 4. Disconnect the inverter board cables as shown and remove the inverter board. 5. Release the four screws securing the LCD panel. 6. Detach the LCD panel carefully and reverse it as shown. 7. Tear off the tapes holding the LCD panel cable carefully then disconnect the LCD panel. 8. Remove the...
Acer eAudio Management
Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on your system. Select Movie or Game mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel audio output from the speakers fitted to your system via Dolby Surround sound technology. Music mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail. To choose your playback device, click the icon on the upper right side of the Acer eAudio Management window.
Replacing the Antennas
1. Replace the WLAN antennas as shown. Note the black cable antenna is placed first and lower. 1. Replace the WLAN antennas as shown. Note the black cable antenna is placed first and lower. 3. Relay the cables and fasten the tape pieces. 3. Relay the cables and fasten the tape pieces. 1. Replace and secure the connector by attaching the 2. Replace the LCD panel cable as shown on the adhesive strip as shown. underside of the panel. IMPORTANT Ensure that the LCD Cable runs as shown to avoid...
Advanced
The Advanced screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system. FIR I O Settings Disabled Enabled lt Tab gt lt Right gt lt Left gt for block select. lt Up gt lt Down gt for item select. lt Enter gt for accept. lt Cancel gt lt Esc gt for reject. lt Alt gt activates accelerators. The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Sets the base I O address and IRQ...
Removing the Fingerprint and Touchpad Module
PC and ExpressCard dummy cards on page 58 WLAN Board Modules on page 61. Hard Disk Drive Module on page 63. Optical Drive Module on page 64. Heatsink Fan Module on page 72. CPU and VGA Heatsink Module on page 73. 14. See Removing the VGA Board Discrete Model only on page 75. 15. See Removing the LCD Module on page 76. 16. See Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 78. 17. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad board. 18. Disconnect the fingerprint cable from the...
DVDSuper Multi Interface
TOSHIBA 8X TS-L632D PHILIPS 8X DS-8A1P HLDS 8X GSA-T20N Sustained Max 3.6Mbytes sec Sustained Max 10.8Mbytes sec 1. Reads data in each CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-1, Video CD, CD-Extra and CD-Plus 2. Reads data in super Audio CD SACD Hybrid type 5. Reads and writes CD-RW and HSRW discs 6. Reads and writes US amp US RW 7. Reads data in each DVD-ROM and DVD-Dual 8. Reads and writes in each DVD-R Ver. 2.0 for general , DVD-RW and DVD R RW Ver1.1 Release a Electrical Release Release Button
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Intel Pentium M processor at 1.5 2.0GHz Dothan 1.308V highest frequency mode to 0.956V low frequency mode 0.748V deeper sleep mode ACPI 2.0, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.0, IEEE1284-ECP EPP, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS 2 keyboard and mouse, USB 2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable, IEEE 1394 2MB for Intel Pentium M processor at 1.5 2.0GHz Dothan You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. NOTE Above table lists some system memory configurations. You...
EasyLaunch Buttons
Located above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are mail Web browser, Empowering Key and one user-programmable button. Press G to run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Acer Empowering Technology user-programmable Internet browser user-programmable Email application...
Keyboard
Touch pad with 4-way integrated scroll button Windows keys and application keys support Standard pitch, 2.5 mm travel length Four easy-launch buttons Internet browser, E-mail with LED, Acer Empowering, one user-programmable button
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 lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor if connected and both. Turns the display screen...
FRU Field Replaceable Unit List
This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of Ferrari 4000 series products. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA Return Merchandise Authorization . Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE...
FRU Field Replaceable Unit List
This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of Acer. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA Return Merchandise Authorization . Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may...
Removing the Optical Drive Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 50. 2. Remove one 1 screw securing the ODD module. 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 chassis. 5. Remove the two 2 screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. 6. Pull the top edge of the bezel downward and clear of the device. 6. Pull the top edge of the bezel downward...
Removing the Power Board
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. Remove the one screw B securing the power board to the upper case. 4. Release the power board from the latch and turn it over. 4. Release the power board from the latch and turn it over.
Index of Error Messages
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 Memory Error at xxxx xxxx xxxxh R xxxxh, W xxxxh In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down system, no message will show. In this situation BIOS will shut down system, not show message. Reconnect hard disk drive connector. Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. Hard disk drive System board see...
Empowering Technology Password
Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eBaaSBaH SeJHgement, You must initialize the Empowering Technology password. Right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select Password Setup to do so. If you do not initialize the Empowering Technology password, you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time. NOTE If you lose your pag Rd, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your...
Removing a Password
1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Password box appears 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. Press e 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.
Removing the Mainboard
1. See Removing the Hinge Wells on page 94. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Mainboard to the Lower Cover. 3. Pivot the Mainboard upward and remove it from the chassis, right side first. Place the Mainboard on a clean, dust-free surface.
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.
Removing the Launch Board
1. Remove the Upper Cover. See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71. 2. Lift up the locking latch and remove the FFC cable as shown. 3. Remove the four screws from the Launch Board. 4. Remove the Launch Board from the Upper Cover. 4. Remove the Launch Board from the Upper Cover.
Setting a System Password
1. Use the up down keys to select a password parameter Set Supervisor Password, Set User Password, or Set Secondary MAS.Disk Password , then press Enter. A Password box will appear. 2. Type a password then press Enter. The password may consist of up to six alphanumeric characters A-Z, a-z, 0-9 . 3. Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter again. 5. Select Yes to save the new password and close the Setup Utility.
Removing the Speakers
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 51 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 57 3. See Removing the Keyboard on page 58 4. See Removing the LCD Module on page 59 5. See Removing the LAN Board on page 64 6. See Removing the Upper Case on page 65 7. Remove the two screws on the right speaker and one screw on the left speaker channel and detach the left and right speakers from the lower case.
Aspire 7736z Touchpad Diagram
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...
Removing the Touchpad Board
1. See Removing the Battery on page 52. 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 56. 3. See Removing the Keyboard on page 63. 4. See Removing the Upper Case Assemly on page 65. 5. To detach the touch pad board, first disconnect the touch pad cable from the touch pad board with a plastic tweezers.Then release the touchpad cover lock on the back as the picture shows. 6. Remove the touchpad cover, the remove the touchpad button pad. Finally remove the touchpad board from the upper case.
Removing BIOS Passwords
If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image below. To reset the BIOS password, run clnpwd.exe as follows 1. From a DOS prompt, Execute clnpwd.exe ODER Clean Password Utility VI.00 Press 1 or 2 to clean any password shown as below i.User Password 2.Supervisor Password 2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen. The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not.
KKn locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign on the uppercenter andor
1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either directly press the lt Euro gt key on the bottom-right side of the keyboard, ofljSG lt Alt Gr gt key then press the number lt 5 gt key on the upR-center side of the keyboard. NOTE Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com typography faq faq12.htm for more information. 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either directly press the lt gt key on the bottom-right side of the keyboard, or hold lt...
Disassembly Requirements
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge 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. IMPORTANT Various images depict the use of a regular metal screwdriver, however, a plastic screwdriver is advised when disassembling parts near or around the...
Disassembly Process
The disassembly process is divided into the following stages External module disassembly The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Replacing the Upper Cover
1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover as shown. 4. Replace the three screw caps as shown. 4. Replace the three screw caps as shown. 6. Connect A as shown. 7. Connect C as shown. 6. Connect A as shown. 7. Connect C as shown. 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the...