Replacing the Bluetooth Module
1. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the module as shown. 2. Place the module in the Lower Cover. Ensure that the module is seated correctly on the locating pins. f ' p. tgsj I p j - I -- 3. Run the cable along the cable channel as shown, and connect it to the Mainboard. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel as shown, and connect it to the Mainboard.
Removing the WLAN Module
IMPORTANT If the model purchased supports TV Tuner functionality, remove the TV Tuner Module before removing the WLAN Module. 1. See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51. 2. Remove the two screws securing the Mini-Card Bracket and WLAN Module to the Mainboard 3. Remove the Mini-Card Bracket as shown. 3. Remove the Mini-Card Bracket as shown. 4. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Module. IMPORTANT The black cable attaches to the MAIN terminal and the white cable attaches to the AUX...
Removing the LCD Module
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. 1. See Removing the Upper Cover on page 63. 2. Remove the adhesive tapes securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Pull the Antenna cables through the cover as shown. Ensure that the Antennas are completely free from the cover. 5. Remove the USB Board cable from the cable clips as shown. 5. Remove the...
Replacing the VGAMXM Card
NOTE The following procedure outlines the installation steps for models supporting VGA Cards. The procedure for MXM Cards requires two screws, though the remaining steps are identical. 1. Insert the card in to the Mainboard connector as 2. Replace the single screw securing the card to the shown. Mainboard. NOTE MXM cards are secured with and additional screw as indicated by the green callout. NOTE MXM cards are secured with and additional screw as indicated by the green callout.
Removing the Volume Control Board
1. See Removing the Upper Cover on page 63. 2. Lift the Volume Control Board FFC away from the Upper Cover to detach the adhesive. 3. Remove the two screws securing the board to the Upper Cover. 4. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover. 4. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover.
Removing the TouchPad Bracket
IMPORTANT The TouchPad cannot removed from the Upper Cover. Replace the entire Upper Cover if the TouchPad malfunctions. 1. See Removing the Button Board and Finger Print Reader on page 76. 2. Lift the TouchPad FFC to detach the adhesive securing it in place. 3. Open the locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the TouchPad. 3. Open the locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the TouchPad. 4. Lift the Finger Print Reader protection strip from the TouchPad Bracket as shown....
Removing the VGAMXM Card
NOTE The following procedure outlines the removal steps for models supporting VGA Cards. The procedure for MXM Cards requires the removal of two screws, though the remaining steps are identical. 1. See Removing the Mainboard on page 95. 2. Remove the single screw securing the VGA Card to the Mainboard. NOTE MXM cards are secured with and additional screw as indicated by the green callout. 3. Remove the VGA Card from the Mainboard connector. 3. Remove the VGA Card from the Mainboard connector.
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. 2. Turn the securing screw 180 to secure the CPU...
Information
The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. Intel R Core TM 2 Duo CPU T6400 2.00GHz Help Select Item H B Change Values RB Setup Default Exit jSpjppt Menu Eyjfl Select SubMenu JJ Save and Exit Help Select Item H B Change Values RB Setup Default Exit jSpjppt Menu Eyjfl Select SubMenu JJ Save and Exit NOTE The system information is subject to different models. NOTE The system information is subject to different models. This field shows the CPU type and speed of...
Replacing the Upper Cover
1. Insert the Upper Cover into the assembly back edge first as shown. Work along the casing on the right and left sides toward the front edge, pressing the casing together. A click indicates the securing clips have engaged. 3. Starting on the front left side of the casing and working along toward the right, press the upper and lower covers together as shown. A click indicates the securing clips have engaged. 4. Connect the following FFCs A, B, D, and E and cables C, F, and G to the Mainboard....
Chipset POST Codes
The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST. The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST. Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt NMI Initialize chipset with initial POST values Initialize caches to initial POST values Load alternate registers with initial POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize cache before memory autosize Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller RAM...
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 Media Board
1. See Removing the Upper Cover on page 63. 2. Turn the Upper Cover over and lift the Media Board FFC to disconnect the adhesive. Turn the Upper Cover over. Lift the Media Board cover, left side first, and remove the cover from the Upper Cover. 4. Press down the securing latch 1 and push the Media Board in the direction of the arrow 2 to disengage the securing clips. 5. Lift the Media Board away from the Upper Cover 1 and feed the FFC through the Upper Cover 2 to remove the Media Board.
TouchPad Basics with fingerprint reader
The following items show you how to use the TouchPad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader Move your finger across the touchpad 1 to move the cursor. Press the left 2 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader 3 supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function...
Internal Speaker Failure
If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 2. Navigate to Starts Control Panels System and Maintenance System Device Manager. Check the Device Manager to determine that The device is properly installed. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. There are no device conflicts. No hardware is listed...
Replacing the Power Saving Board
1. Connect the cable to the Power Saving Board as shown. 2. Place the board into the chassis. 3. Insert the two securing screws into the board.
FRU Field Replaceable Unit List
This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of Aspire 5935 Series. 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...
BuiltIn Keyboard Failure
If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs If the TouchPad doesn't work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs
External Mouse Failure
If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. See the mouse user manual. 3. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Try an alternative program to verify mouse operation. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 6. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. Remove any recently added...
Replacing the WLAN Module
1. Insert the WLAN Module into the mini-card socket. 2. Connect the antenna cables to the WLAN Module. IMPORTANT The black cable attaches to the MAIN terminal and the white cable attaches to the AUX terminal. 1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place. 1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place.
Removing the Card Reader Board
1. See Removing the Saddles on page 87. 2. Remove the four screws securing the Card Reader Board to the Lower Cover. 3. Lift the left side of the board to disconnect the reader interface from the Mainboard. 3. Lift the left side of the board to disconnect the reader interface from the Mainboard. 4. Remove the Card Reader Board from the Lower Cover.
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. Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit 2. IDE1 HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N 4. Network Boot MBA v11.0.3 Slot 0500 Use lt t gt or lt 4 gt to select a device, then press lt F5 gt to move it down the list, or lt F6 gt to move it up the list. Press lt Esc gt to escape the menu Help y...
Removing the Subwoofer
1. See Removing the LCD Module on page 81. 2. Disconnect the Subwoofer cable from the Mainboard. 3. Remove the cable from the channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 4. Using both hands, lift the Subwoofer clear of the Lower Cover.
HDD Not Operating Correctly
If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Disconnect all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. 3. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility a. insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. b. When prompted, press any key to start to the operating system DVD. c. The Install Windows screen displays. Click Next. d....
Common Problems
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. 2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3. Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which...
Replacing the Thermal Module
IMPORTANT Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. The following thermal grease types are approved for use The following thermal pads are approved for use 1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from the CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent. 2. Apply a small amount of thermal grease to the centre of the CPU there is no need to spread the grease manually, the...
Replacing the Volume Control Board
1. Place the board into the Upper Cover. 2. Insert the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover. 3. Adhere Volume Control Board FFC to the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Adhere Volume Control Board FFC to the Upper Cover as shown.
DOS Flash Utility
Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility IMPORTANT Use USB KEY, USB HDD, DVD-RW, and HDDs that can boot to DOS mode. 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. Main Advanced Security Powefl Boot Exit 2. IDE1 HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N 4. Network Boot MBA v11.0.3 Slot 0500 2. IDE1 HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N 4. Network Boot MBA v11.0.3 Slot 0500 Use lt gt or...
Removing the Hinge Wells
1. See Removing the Subwoofer on page 90. 2. Remove the two screws one each side securing the Hinge Wells to the Lower Cover. 3. Lift the Hinge Wells clear of the Lower Cover. 3. Lift the Hinge Wells clear of the Lower Cover.
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.
Removing the Keyboard
1. Locate the five securing clips on the top edge of the Keyboard. 2. Starting with the central clip, release all five securing clips by pressing down with a suitable plastic tool. 4. Rotate the Keyboard upward away from the Upper Cover and place it face down on the TouchPad area. 4. Rotate the Keyboard upward away from the Upper Cover and place it face down on the TouchPad area. 5. Open the Keyboard backlight FFC connector and disconnect the FFC. 5. Open the Keyboard backlight FFC connector...
Acer GridVista dualdisplay 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...
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.
Power
The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options. IMPORTANT Making incorrect settings to items on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjusting these items, we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values. If making settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction or prevents the system from booting, open BIOS and choose Load Optimal Defaults in the Exit menu to boot up normally. The...
Removing the Button Board and Finger Print Reader
1. See Removing the Upper Cover on page 63. 2. Lift the Button Board FFC to detach the adhesive holding it in place. 3. Remove the two screws securing the Button Board and Finger Print Reader to the Upper Cover. 4. Lift the modules clear of the Upper Cover. 4. Lift the modules clear of the Upper Cover. 5. Open the FFC locking latch and disconnect the Finger Print Reader FFC from the Button Board. 5. Open the FFC locking latch and disconnect the Finger Print Reader FFC from the Button Board. 6....
Replacing the MIC Board
1. Place the MIC Board into the Upper Cover as shown. 2. Insert the MIC cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is secured by all cable clips. 2. Insert the MIC cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is secured by all cable clips. 3. Adhere the adhesive tape to secure the MIC cable to the Upper Cover. 3. Adhere the adhesive tape to secure the MIC cable to the Upper Cover.
Removing the Power Saving Board
1. See Removing the Speaker Module on page 70. 2. Remove the Power Saving Board cable from the cable channel as shown. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the board. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the board. 4. Remove the board from the chassis. 4. Remove the board from the chassis.
Removing the Upper Cover
1. See Removing the Keyboard on page 61. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the twenty-three screws on the bottom panel. 3. Turn the computer over. Open the Launch Board FFC connector and disconnect the FFC. 3. Turn the computer over. Open the Launch Board FFC connector and disconnect the FFC. 4. Remove the single screw securing the Keyboard Cover to the Upper Cover, and remove the Keyboard Cover. 4. Remove the single screw securing the Keyboard Cover to the Upper Cover, and remove the Keyboard...
Removing the Thermal Module
1. See Removing the Mainboard on page 95. 2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard. 3. Remove the single screw securing the Fan to the Mainboard green callout . 4. Remove the four securing screws in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to screw 1 from the Thermal Module red callout .
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. 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. Scroll Lock lt Fn gt lt F12...
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. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor if connected and both. Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. Turns the keyboard backlight on or off.
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...
Replacing the Button Board and Finger Print Reader
1. Place the Finger Print Reader into the bracket as shown. 2. Insert the two screws to secure the Finger Print Reader to the bracket. 3. Place the Button Board into the bracket. 4. Connect the Finger Print Reader FFC to the Button Board and close the FFC locking latch. 4. Connect the Finger Print Reader FFC to the Button Board and close the FFC locking latch. 5. Place the button board assembly into the Upper Cover, taking care to align the screw holes. 5. Place the button board assembly into...
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 2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. Create by Rockwell Chuang 10 81 2005. BS 1 Floppy gt lUardDisk gt CD-ROM BS 2 MardDisk gt CD-ROK J gt LflN BS 3 f CD-ROM 3 S HardDiskJ gt LflN BS 4 i LflN gt Floppy gt HardDiskl 3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence. For example, enter BS2 to change the boot...
Main
The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Help n Select Item Exit Select Menu Change Values Setup Default Select SubMenu BaflM Save and Exit NOTE The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24hour format. Format HH...
Removing the Optical Drive Module
1. See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51. 2. Remove the single screw securing the ODD module. 3. Insert a suitable object in to the Lower Cover to push the ODD Module clear of the casing. 4. Pull the ODD Module out of the chassis. 5. Remove the two screws securing the ODD Bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the module. 5. Remove the two screws securing the ODD Bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the module. 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 6. Insert...
Remove HDDBIOS Password Utilities
This section provide you with removing HDD BIOS password method 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. After the error is displayed, select the Enter Unlock Password option on the screen. 2. An Encode key is generated for unlocking utilities. Note down this key. 3. Execute the UnlockHD.EXE file to create the unlock code in DOS Mode using the format UnlockHD Encode code with the code...
Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 1
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and 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....