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  • Page 1 Aspire 5530/5530G Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made to this service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2008 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
  • Page 4 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
  • Page 5 DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Using the System Utilities ..........16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) ......16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the Optical Drive Module ........60 Main Unit Disassembly Process .
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Replacing the Launch Board ........124 Replacing the Finger Print Reader .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Aspire 5530 FRU List ..........172 Screw List .

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    AMD Athlon™ Dual-Core Processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • System Memory Dual-Channel DDR2 support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules •...

  • Page 12: Privacy Control

    Special keys and controls 88-/89-/93-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • Empowering Key • Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ • Acer MediaTouch keys: play/pause, stop, previous, next • Volume wheel • Acer Media Center remote control* •...
  • Page 13 • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Acer EasyPort IV connector • Environment Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C •...

  • Page 14: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 15: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View Icon Item Description Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output.

  • Page 16: Closed Front View

    (only for certain models). Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components. Acer MediaTouch For use with Acer Arcade and other media keys playing programs. Empowering key Launch Acer Empowering Technology. Status indicators...

  • Page 17: Left View

    Icon Item Description Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot computer security lock. Acer EasyPort IV Connects to Acer EasyPort IV. connector Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g.

  • Page 18: Right View

    Right View Icon Item Description USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active. indicator Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive.

  • Page 19: Bottom View

    Bottom View Icon Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Memory Houses the computer's main memory. compartment Sub-woofer Emits low frequency sound output. Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).

  • Page 20: Indicators

    WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and 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. Icon...

  • Page 21: Touchpad Basics (With Fingerprint Reader)

    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 •...

  • Page 22: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Description Caps Lock...

  • Page 23: Windows Keys

    Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: : Open or close the Start menu <...

  • Page 24: Hot Keys

    Icon Function Description <Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. <Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. <Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology.

  • Page 25: Special Key

    Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note : Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.

  • Page 26: Using The System Utilities

    Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start ´...
  • Page 27 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is simple to set up: Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.

  • Page 28: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    BIOS package ACPI 2.0 compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1, C2, C3, C4, C6 and S3, S4 for mobile CPU Supported protocols Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control •...
  • Page 29 Item Specification Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory) DIMM socket number 2 sockets Supports memory size per socket 2 GB Supports maximum memory size 4G for 64bit OS (with two 2GB SODIMM) Supports DIMM type DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM 667/800 MHz Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications.
  • Page 30 Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Specification Chipset BCM4312 Data throughput 54Mbps Protocol 802.11b/g Interface pci-E Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & Segate Segate Toshiba Toshiba Hitachi Model ST9250827AS ST9160310AS MK1246GSX MK1652GSX 5K320-320 Name 5K320-250 Capacity 320, 250 (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads 4, 4 or 3...
  • Page 31 Super-Multi Combo Module Item Specification Manufacturer and Model Sony DL 8X AD-7560S Toshiba DL 8X TS-L633A Type Drawer type Interface SATA Data Transfer Modes PIO Mode4 • DMA Multiword Mode2 • ULTRA DMA Mode2 • Buffer Memory Size 2 MB Maximum Write Speed CD-R Max.
  • Page 32 CD-R Media (48x/40x/32x/24x/16x/8x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Taiyo- • Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, • OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage,...
  • Page 33 Video Memory Item Specification Chipset RS780MN for UMA, M82ME-XT/M86ME for Discrete Memory size Up to 512MB for Discrete SKU USB Interface Item Specification Chipset AMD SB700 USB Compliancy Level Support USB 1.1 and 2.0 OHCI 5 OHCI and 2 EHCI controller Number of USB port Chipset support 12 port(4 external port on the system) Location...
  • Page 34 Battery 8 Cell Item Specification Vendor & model name Sanyo & Sony & Panasonic & Simplo & AS07B32 AS07B42 AS07B52 AS07B72 Battery Type Li-ion Li-ion Li-ion Li-ion Pack capacity 4800mAh 4800mAh 4800mAh 4800mAh Number of battery cell 8cell 8cell 8cell 8cell Package configuration 4S2P...
  • Page 35 LCD Camera Item Specification Vendor Bison Electronics Suyin Model Name BN30V4O7-010 CN0314-SN30-OV03-1 Type Fixed Fixed Dimension (L x W x H mm) W 9 * L 65 * H 5.3 mm 65* 9.0 * 5.30+/-0.20 mm Sensor Up to SXGA(1280x1024) size OV7725 CMOS Sensor 350K CMOS sensor Pixel...
  • Page 36 Chapter 1...

  • Page 37: System Utilities

    Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). 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.

  • Page 38: Information

    Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit CPU Type: AMD Turion (tm) X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile ZM-84 CPU Speed: 2300 MHz HDD Model Name: Hitachi HTS542525K9SA00 -(PM) HDD Serial Number: 071110BB0F00WDGS1K4C ATAPI Model Name:...

  • Page 39: Main

    Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time [13:04:04] <Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or System Date [04/30/2008]...

  • Page 40: Advanced

    Advanced 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.
  • Page 41 Parameter Description Submenu Items On chip SATA Enable On chip SATA. Option: Enabled or Disabled SATA Class ID Select the SATA Class ID. Option: IDE-ACHI Class , HyperFlash Class, IDE-HyperFlash Class, IDE Native Mode, Raid Class, ACHI Class, or IDE Legacy Mode SATA IDE Set SATA IDE Combined mode.

  • Page 42: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is Clear Supervisor Password User Password Is Clear controls acces to the HDD 0 Password Is HDD Password Frozen setup utility.

  • Page 43: Setting A Password

    Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: Use the n and p keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive).

  • Page 44: Changing A Password

    Changing a Password Use the n and p keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter . Type a password in the Enter New Password field.

  • Page 45: Power

    Power The Power screen allows the user to configure CPU and power management options. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Enable ACPI (debug only): [Yes[ En/Disable ACPI BIOS High Precision Event Timer [Yes] (Advance Configuration and Power Interface) Debug only, remove this...

  • Page 46: Boot

    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. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced...

  • Page 47: Amd

    The AMD screen allows the user to configure memory, thermal management options, and device wakeup behavior. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help X CBS Options These options are X PBS Options common to all platforms.

  • Page 48: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and Exit Discarding Changes save your changes to Load Setup Defaults CMOS.

  • Page 49: Bios Flash Utility

    BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. • Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.

  • Page 50: Dos Flash Utility

    DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1.

  • Page 51: Winflash Utility

    WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: Double click the WinFlash executable. The Destination Directory screen displays. Click Start . A warning screen displays. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays. When the process is complete, close all programs and applications and reboot the system. Chapter 2...

  • Page 52: Removing Hdd Passwords

    Removing HDD Passwords This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS password method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three time, HDD password error code displays on the screen. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: From a DOS prompt, key in Unlock6.exe 10068 00 and press <Enter>...
  • Page 53 Remove BIOS Password: If you key in wrong Supervisor Password for three time, “System Disabled” would display on the • screen. See the image below. If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem, you can run BIOS_PW.EXE • Key in “bios_pw 14452 0” Choose one upper-case string Reboot the system and key in “qjjg9vy”...

  • Page 54: Removing Bios Passwords

    Removing BIOS Passwords: To clear the password, perform the following steps: From a DOS prompt, Execute clnpwd.exe Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen. The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not. Chapter 2...

  • Page 55: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...

  • Page 56: General Information

    General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.

  • Page 57: External Module Disassembly Process

    External Module Disassembly Process 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.

  • Page 58: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2).

  • Page 59: Removing The Sd Dummy Card

    Removing the SD dummy card 1. Push the SD dummy card in to eject it. 2. Grasp the card and pull it out from the slot. Chapter 3...

  • Page 60: Removing The Expresscard Dummy Card

    Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 1. Push the ExpressCard dummy card in to eject it. 2. Grasp the card and pull it out from the slot. Chapter 3...

  • Page 61: Removing The Lower Covers

    Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 49. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 50. 4. Remove the two screws from the memory and WLAN bays and loosen the two captive HDD bay screws. Memory Cover WLAN...
  • Page 62 6. Remove the HDD cover as shown. 7. Remove the WLAN cover as shown. Chapter 3...

  • Page 63: Removing The Dimm Modules

    Removing the DIMM Modules 1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4.

  • Page 64: Removing The Wlan Module

    Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the WLAN cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 4. Move the antenna cables away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Step Size Quantity...
  • Page 65 5. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When re-attaching the antenna to the WLAN board, make sure the cables are arranged under the WLAN bracket. Chapter 3...

  • Page 66: Removing The Tv Tuner Module

    Removing the TV tuner Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 1. Remove the securing screw, located on the WLAN bracket, and remove the bracket. NOTE: Move the antenna cables out of the way to allow for easier access. Step Size Quantity...
  • Page 67 3. Disconnect the cable from the TV tuner module. 4. Remove the two securing screws. Step Size Quantity Screw Type TV Tuner Module M2*3 (NL) 5. Remove the tv tuner module. Chapter 3...

  • Page 68: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the HDD cover, See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Use the mylar tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
  • Page 69 4. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD Carrier M3*3 (NL) 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Chapter 3...

  • Page 70: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2. Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 51. 3. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type...
  • Page 71 5. Remove the three screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type ODD Bracket M2*3 (NL) 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 7.

  • Page 72: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Step Screw Quantity Part No. Switch Cover M2*3 (NL) 86.APV02.004 LCD Module M2.5*8(NL) 86.APV02.001 M2.5*5 (NL) 86.APV02.002 Chapter 3...
  • Page 73 Step Screw Quantity Part No. Upper Cover M2.5*8 (NL) 86.APV02.001 M2.5*5 (NL) 86.APV02.002 Finger Print Reader M2*3 (NL) 86.APV02.004 Upper Right Saddle M2*3 (NL) 86.APV02.004 Left Speaker Module M2.5*4 (NL) 86.APV02.005 Upper left Saddle M2.5*4 (NL) 86.APV02.005 Touch Pad Bracket M2*3 (NL) 86.APV02.004 eKey Board...

  • Page 74: Removing The Switch Cover

    Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48. 2.

  • Page 75: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 48.. 2. Push down on the two latches securing the keyboard to the upper case. 3. Turn the keyboard over and pull back the securing latch to release the FFC. Chapter 3...

  • Page 76: Removing The Antenna

    Removing the Antenna WARNING: Do not attempt to pull the antenna cables under the WLAN bracket to prevent stripping of the cable. 1. See “Removing the WLAN Module” on page 54. 2. Remove the securing screw, located on the WLAN bracket, and remove the bracket. NOTE: Move the antenna cables out of the way to allow for easier access.
  • Page 77 4. Using one hand, pull the cables completely through the battery housing. NOTE: Do not remove the adhesive tape. 5. Push the cables through the chassis, then turn over the computer and pull them completely through. Chapter 3...

  • Page 78: Removing The Lcd Module

    Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the Antenna. Remove the Antenna. See “Removing the Antenna” on page 66. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Module M2.5*8(NL) 3. Turn the computer over. Disconnect the LCD, MIC and back light cables from the top panel. MIC cable LCD cable Back light cable...
  • Page 79 4. Remove the four securing screws (two on each side) connecting the LCD module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type LCD Hinges M2.5*6 (NL) (Red call out) LCD Hinges M2.5*10 (NL) (Blue call out) 5. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. Chapter 3...

  • Page 80: Removing The Upper Cover

    Removing the Upper Cover 1. Remove the LCD Module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 68. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the nine screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Cover M2.5*10 (NL) 3. Turn the computer over. Remove the five screws on the top panel. Step Size Quantity...
  • Page 81 4. Disconnect the seven cables from the mainboard as shown. Disconnect A as shown. Release the securing latches and disconnect B as shown. Release the securing latches and disconnect C as Release the securing latches and disconnect D as shown. shown.
  • Page 82 Release the securing latches and disconnect E as Release the securing latches and disconnect F as shown. shown. Release the securing latches and disconnect G as shown. 5. Remove the upper cover by lifting upward from the chassis, rear edge first. Chapter 3...
  • Page 83 6. Turn the upper cover over. The upper cover appears as follows. Chapter 3...

  • Page 84: Removing The Finger Print Reader

    Removing the Finger Print Reader 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the securing screw from the Finger Print Reader board, and ensure the FFC is free of the upper cover. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Finger Print M2*3 (NL) Reader...

  • Page 85: Removing The Upper Right Saddle

    Removing the Upper Right Saddle 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the upper saddle. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Upper Right M2*3 (NL) Saddle 3. Grasp the upper saddle and lift up to remove. Chapter 3...

  • Page 86: Removing The Left Speaker Module

    Removing the Left Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the left speaker. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Left Speaker M2.5*4 (NL) Module 3. Grasp both ends of the mylar cover and carefully pull back to expose the speaker cable. 4.

  • Page 87: Removing The Upper Left Saddle

    5. Remove the left speaker module as shown. Removing the Upper Left Saddle 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Pull back the mylar cover to expose the top securing screw. 3. Remove the bottom securing screw. 4.

  • Page 88: Removing The Touch Pad Bracket

    Step Size Quantity Screw Type Left Speaker M2.5*4 (NL) Module 5. Firmly lift and rotate the saddle counter-clockwise to remove, paying attention to the securing clip. Removing the Touch Pad Bracket 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2.
  • Page 89 4. Remove the two securing screws from the Touch Pad bracket. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Touch Pad Bracket M2*3 (NL) 5. Remove the Touch Pad bracket. IMPORTANT: The Touch Pad cannot be removed individually. To replace the Touch Pad, replace the entire Upper Cover.

  • Page 90: Removing The Launch Board

    Removing the Launch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Left Saddle” on page 77. 2. Grasp the Launch Board and lift up to remove from the Upper Cover. Removing the Media Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Left Saddle” on page 77. 2.

  • Page 91: Removing The Ekey Board

    IMPORTANT: Do not press on components to prevent damage. Removing the eKey Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Right Saddle” on page 75. 2. Turn the Upper Cover over and remove the FFC. 3. Remove the single screw Step Size Quantity Screw Type eKey Board...
  • Page 92 4. Pry the eKey board off the Upper Cover. 5. Grasp the board and gently pull the FFC through the Upper Cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 93: Removing The Switch Board

    Removing the Switch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the single securing screw. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Switch Board M2.5*4 (NL) 3. Lift the switch board and FFC up and away from the upper cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 94: Removing The Right Speaker Module

    Removing the Right Speaker Module 1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove the two securing screws from the speaker module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Speaker M2.5*4 (NL) 3. Disconnect the speaker cable from the mainboard. 4.

  • Page 95: Removing The Tv Board

    Removing the TV Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Disconnect the antenna and cable from the board. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the TV board. Step Size Quantity Screw Type TV Board M2.5*4 (NL) 4.

  • Page 96: Removing The Bluetooth Module

    Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Grasp the Bluetooth module and lift to remove. 3. Lift the Bluetooth module away from the base and disconnect the bluetooth cable. Chapter 3...

  • Page 97: Removing The Usb Board

    Removing the USB Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. See “Removing the Bluetooth Module” on page 86. 3. Remove cable from the USB board. 4. Remove the two securing screws from the USB board and lift clear of the chassis. Step Size Quantity...

  • Page 98: Removing The Modem Module

    Removing the Modem Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 70. 2. Remove securing screw from the modem module. Step Size Quantity Screw Type Modem Module M2*3 (NL) 3. Lift the module and disconnect the modem cable as shown in the following images. Chapter 3...

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