General Information
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 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...
Removing the WLAN Board Modules
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 3. Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 58. 4. For Aspire 8730 8730Z Series, disconnect the three antenna cables from the WLAN board module. NOTE There are 3 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board module. The Black antenna cable is connected to the connector 1, the White antenna cable is connected to connector 2 and the Gray antenna cable is connected to connector 3. 5. For Aspire 8530 Series,...
Removing the LCD Module
Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. Removing the SD dummy card on page 55. Removing the ExpressCard dummy card on page 56. Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 58. Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 58. Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. Removing the Keyboard on page 74. Turn over the system and remove the two screws A from the bottom of the left and right hinges. 10. Turn over the system and remove the mylar covering the LCD cable...
Removing the Heatsink Module
NOTE There are two version of heatsink module. For this section, we are going to use the discrete model. The UMA version looks like the picture below NOTE There are two version of heatsink module. For this section, we are going to use the discrete model. The UMA version looks like the picture below 1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 3. Disconnect the heatsink connector from the main board. 4. Remove the eight screws securing the heatsink...
Removing the Optical Drive Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 3. Remove the one screw B securing the optical drive module to the system. 6. Remove the one screw B securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. Remove the two captive screws securing the hard disk drive cover. 2. Remove the two captive screws securing the hard disk drive cover. Remove the one screw B securing the hard disk drive module. 4. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. 4. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. 5. Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay. NOTE To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down...
Removing the LCD panel with the Brackets
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 'Removing the SD dummy card on page 55 'Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 'Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules 'Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules 'Removing the Middle Cover on page 73 'Removing the Keyboard on page 74. 'Removing the LCD Module on page 84. 'Removing the LCD Bezel on page 110. 11. Disconnect the cable from the web camera. 12. Remove the five screws C securing the LCD module. 13. Remove the LCD with...
Removing the Main Board
11. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. 12. See Removing the Keyboard on page 74. 13. See Removing the Heatsink Module on page 78. 14. See Removing the CPU on page 80. 15. See Removing the LCD Module on page 84. 16. See Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 87. 17. See Removing the Modem Board on page 100. 18. Disconnect the USB cable from the USBCN1 connector on the main board. 19. Disconnect the subwoofer cable from FRONT1 connector on the main board. 20. Remove the one...
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order. Note Aspire 8730 8730Z Series TV Tuner Board uses one screw B . Aspire 8530 Series TV Tuner Board use latches. Aspire 8730 8730Z Series WLAN Board uses one screw B . Aspire 8530 Series...
Removing the Discrete Board Module For Discrete Models Only
NOTE Aspire 8730 8730Z Series uses the NVdia board, while Aspire 8530 Series uses the ATI board. The process for removing the board are the same for models with discrete board module. 1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 3. See Removing the Heatsink Module on page 78. 4. Remove the two screws B securing the discrete board to the system. 5. Remove the discrete board module from the system. 5. Remove the discrete board module from the system.
Removing the Fingerprint Board
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 'Removing the SD dummy card on page 55. 'Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 'Removing the DIMM on page 58. 'Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules 'Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1' 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 2 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 2 'Removing the Middle Cover on page 73 'Removing the Keyboard on page 74. 'Removing the Heatsink Module on page 78. 14. See...
Remove HDD Password
This section provide you with a method of removing HDD password If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, HDD password error code would display on the screen. See the image below. If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE 1. Key in hdd_pw 15494 0 3. Choose one upper-case string F S iRssuoi gt d gt dirAj Un lune in rive F hits rte- lahel. Unlusie S riai Number is D4F6-023 I J Vpassword0wld. au 15494 m lotiltS .exe jl .1 2 flay 2 BI OS _ Jf W. li iE H DE gt _...
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...
Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. Remove the antenna cable from the board. 4. For Aspire 8730 8730Z Series, remove the one screw B securing the board to the system. 5. For Aspire 8530 Series, release the two latch securing the board to the system by pushing it in the direction of the arrows. 6. Remove the TV tuner board module from the system.
Removing the Touchpad Board
14. See Removing the CPU on page 80. 15. See Removing the LCD Module on page 84. 16. See Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 87. 17. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad board. 18. Remove the mylar tape from the touchpad board. 19. Carefully pry loose and remove the touchpad board. WARNING The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad board if it is defective.
Removing the Subwoofer
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 'Removing the SD dummy card on page 55. 'Removing the ExpressCard dummy card on page 56. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 'Removing the DIMM on page 58. 'Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 58. 'Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1 on page 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 2 on page 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 2 on page 'Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. 'Removing the Keyboard on...
Removing the USB Board Module
11. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. 12. See Removing the Keyboard on page 74. 13. See Removing the Heatsink Module on page 78. 14. See Removing the CPU on page 80. 15. See Removing the LCD Module on page 84. 16. See Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 87. 17. See Removing the Modem Board on page 100. 18. See Removing the Main Board on page 101. 19. Disconnect the cable from the USB board module. 20. Remove the one screw B securing the USB board module to the lower...
Removing the LCD Bezel
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the SD dummy card on page 55. 3. See Removing the ExpressCard dummy card on page 56. 4. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 5. See Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 58. 6. See Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules on page 58. 7. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. 8. See Removing the Keyboard on page 74. 9. See Removing the LCD Module on page 84. 10. Remove the four screw covers from the top and two flat screw...
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.
Removing the CPU
NOTE Aspire 8730 8730Z Series uses the Intel processor, while Aspire 8530 Series uses the AMD processor. But the process in removing the CPU are the same for all the models. 1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 3. See Removing the Heatsink Module on page 78. 4. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU.
Removing the Keyboard
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 73. 3. Push up on the four latches securing the keyboard to the upper case. 4. Carefully pry loose the keyboard and turn it over on the touchpad area. 5. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard.
Touche Acces Bios Acer Aspire 8530
CPUI F LVDS, CRTI F INTEGRATED GRAHPICS ETHERNET 10 100 1000Mb High Definition Audio ATA 66 100 ACPI 1.1 LPCI F
BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Flash utility. NOTE Do not install memory-related drivers XMS, EMS, DPMI when you use the Flash. NOTE Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash...
Acer Empowering Technology
The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Activated by pressing the Empowering Key, it provides access to the following utilities NOTE The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on your system only for certain models . Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage...
BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Basic Input Output System . Your 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 lt F2 gt to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen ....
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 54. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 56. 3. Remove the one screw B securing the hard disk drive module. 4. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. 5. Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay. NOTE To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 6. Remove the four screws D securing the hard disk to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the bracket.
System Specifications Features
Below is a brief summary of the computer s many feature Intel Centrino 2 processor technology, featuring Intel Core 2 Duo processor Intel Pentium dual-core processor Mobile Intel PM45 GM45 Express Chipset Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5100 5300 Acer InviLink Nplify 802.11b g Draft-N Acer InviLink 802.11b g For Aspire 8530 Series AMD Better By Design program, featuring AMD Turion X2 Ultra dual-core mobile processor AMD Turion X2 dual-core mobile processor AMD Athlon X2 dual-core mobile processor Acer...
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. 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...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Aspire 8730 8730Z Series Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile Processor P8400 2.26GHz T5900 2.2GHz T5800 2.0 GHz T3400 2.16 GHz Aspire 8530 Series AMD Athlon X2 dual-core mobile processor 1.9GHz AMD Turion X2 Ultra dual-core mobile processor 2.1 GHz 2.3GHz Aspire 8730 8730Z Mobile Intel PM45 GM45 Express Chipset Aspire 8530 AMD M780G Chipset Aspire 8730 8730Z 478-pin micro-FCPGA Aspire 8530 Socket S1 Aspire 8730 8730Z 1.0375V to 1.3V Aspire 8530 31W to 35W Throttling 50 On 99 C OFF 93 C OS shut down at 105...
Your Acer Notebook tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Internal microphone for sound recording. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display LCD , displays computer output Configuration may vary by models . Light-Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s functions and components. Buttons for launching frequently used programs. For entering data into your computer. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Touch-sensitive...