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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, choice of an option, or completing a task.
Acer-authorized Service Providers: Your Acer office may have a different part number code than those given in the FRU list in this service guide. The list provided by your regional Acer office must be used to order FRU parts...
Up to 2 GB of DDR3 system memory, upgradable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (for 32-bit OS) Display 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 resolution, Acer CineCrystal™ LED-backlit TFT LCD 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 resolution, Acer ComfyView LED-backlit TFT LCD Audio ...
Graphics Simultaneous multi-monitor display support 16.7 million colors MPEG-2/DVD decoding WMV9 (VC-1) and H.264 (AVC) decoding ® HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support TravelMate 5750 ® Intel HD Graphics 3000 with up to 1760 MB Dynamic Video Memory (128 MB of dedicated system memory, up to 1632 MB of shared system memory), supporting ®...
Security Acer ProShield is a suite of essential security and manageability tools included in our business notebooks and desktops. It's a single-client console application that integrates key security and management features under a unified user interface. The following modules are available with Acer ProShield Security Manager and can be configured via software setup: ...
Input and Control Keyboard 105-/106-/109-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with independent standard numeric keypad, international language support, dedicated US dollar and Euro symbol keys Touchpad Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip Media keys Media control keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next, volume up,...
Notebook Tour Top View Figure 1-1. Top View Table 1-1. Top View Icon Integrated webcam Display screen 1-12 Item Web camera for video communication (only for certain models). Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by model).
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations Item Programmable key (configuration may vary by model). Launches Acer Backup Manager. Turns the speakers on and off. Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the computer's power status. Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
Closed Front View Figure 1-2. Front View Table 1-2. Front View Icon Power indicator Battery indicator HDD indicator Multi-in-1 card reader Communication switch 1-14 Item Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the ...
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Table 1-2. Front View (Continued) Icon Communication indicator NOTE: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. Hardware Specifications and Configurations Item Indicates the status of the computer’s communication devices. Description 1-15...
Left View Figure 1-3. Left View Table 1-3. Left View Icon Kensington lock slot Ethernet (RJ-45) port External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 port 1-16 Item Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. NOTE: Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer.
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Table 1-3. Left View (Continued) Icon Microphone jack Headphones/speaker jack Hardware Specifications and Configurations Item Accepts inputs from external microphones. Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). NOTE: Supports compatible 3.5 mm headsets with built-in microphone (e.g. Acer smart handheld headsets). Description 1-17...
Right View Figure 1-4. Right View Table 1-4. Right View Icon USB 2.0 ports Optical drive Optical drive access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole DC-in jack 1-18 3 4 5 Item Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
Base View Figure 1-5. Base View Table 1-5. Base View Icon Battery lock Hard disk bay Battery release latch Battery bay Hardware Specifications and Configurations Item Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's battery pack.
Touchpad Basics Figure 1-6. Touchpad Move finger across the Touchpad (1) to move the cursor. Press the right (2) and left(3) buttons located beneath the Touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are the equivalent of the left and right buttons on a mouse.
Using the Keyboard Figure 1-7. Keyboard Lock Keys The keyboard has three lock keys which can be toggled on and off. (Table 1-7) Table 1-7. Keyboard Lock Keys Lock key Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Table 1-9. Windows Keys Windows Logo 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.
Hotkeys Hotkeys or key combinations can be used to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Figure 1-8. Keyboard Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Specification Tables Computer specifications Item Dimensions Length Width Height (front to rear) Weight (equipped with optical drive, flash drive, and battery) Input power Operating voltage Operating current Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc) Operating (writing to optical disc) Nonoperating Relative humidity Operating Nonoperating...
Processor Specifications Item CPU Speed (GHz) i3-2310 i5-2410 i5-2520 i5-2540 I7-2620 CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj=85) CPU Temperature Fan On = 35°C; Fan Off = 30°C Fan On = 43°C; Fan Off = 39°C Fan On = 53°C; Fan Off = 48°C Fan On = 63°C;...
GPU Fan True Value Table (Tj=105) CPU Temp Fan On = 35°C; Fan Off = 30°C Fan On = 43°C; Fan Off = 39°C Fan On = 53°C; Fan Off = 48°C Fan On = 70°C; Fan Off = 60°C Fan On = 88°C;...
Video Interface Item Chipset Package Interface Compatibility Sampling rate BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size Features LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Hardware Specifications and Configurations Specification Nvidia N12P-GS or N12P-GV 973-pins BGA PCIE X 16 Fully compliant with PCI Express Base Specification Rev.
DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V ± 5% 1-32 Specification New Acer BW7T_A10B flat keyboard US, UK 129 keys, JP 132 keys Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Support Application keys for Windows Vista / Windows 7 ...
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Item Hard Disk Drive (continue) Vendor & Model Western Digital Name WD7500BPVT, Toshiba MK7559GSXP Capacity (GB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Fast data transfer rate (Mbits / sec, max) Media data transfer rate (584.3-1195.5...
BD Drive (N/A) Items Vendor & Model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage LED 15.6” Item Vendor/Model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch (mm) Typical White Luminance (cd/m ) also called Brightness...
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Item LCD 15.6”(continue) Vendor/Model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch (mm) Typical White Luminance (cd/m ) also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight (without inverter) Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface Viewing Angle (degree)
Bluetooth Interface Item Chipset Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2070 Data throughput Protocol 2.1 + EDR Interface USB 2.0 Connector type SM06B-XSRK-E Supported protocol Bluetooth Module Item Controller Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2070 Features Bluetooth 3.0 compliant Point-to-multipoint operation External USB interface for data ...
Mini Card Item Number supported Features 3G Card Item Vender / Model name Features 1-40 Specification Mini PCIE card slot for WLAN (half size) Mini PCIE card slot for 3G card (full size) Specification Huawei EM770W-Rev2 supports the following standards: HSUPA/HSDPA/WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and ...
Audio Codec and Amplifier Item Audio Controller Features Hardware Specifications and Configurations Specification Conexant CX20584-21Z 24-bit, 2 pairs of independent DACs and 3 pairs of independent ADCs ProCoustic headphone driver delivers 50 mW into 32 _ load with no pop, eliminating the need for an external amplifier and DC-blocking capacitors Integrated 5 V to 3.3 V low-dropout voltage regulator for ...
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Item Audio Codec and Amplifier (continued) Features Amplifier 1-42 Specification Independent sampling rate for DAC and ADC; supports audio formats ranging from 16-bit, 44.1 kHz to 24-bit, 192 kHz for DACs, and from 16-bit, 44.1 kHz to 24-bit,96 kHz for ADCs. Pop Shield: pops and clicks reduction circuitry, including ...
Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency 1-44 Specification USB 2.0 1 left side, 2 right side 0.5A, 0.75A(ACER SPEC) Specification HDMI1.4a Up to 16.7 million colors 1 left side Specification 100-240V~1.7A(1,7A) 50-60Hz 1.7A(1,7A) 50-60Hz Maximum input AC current 264 Vrms 264 Vac (Cold/Hot start) No damage;...
System Power Management Item Mech. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Save to Disk (S4) Hardware Specifications and Configurations Specification Al devices in the system are turned off completely. OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely.
Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features 1-46 Specification Realtek RTS5209 48-PIN LQFP Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification Revision 1.1 Support 1-Lane 2.5Gbps PCI Express Bus Support 93C46 EEPROM Compliant with SD Part 1 Physical Layer Specification ...
System LED Indicator Item Lock System state HDD access state Wireless state Power button backlight Battery state System DMA Specification Legacy Mode DMA0 DMA1 DMA2 DMA3 DMA4 DMA5 DMA6 DMA7 *ExpressCard controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5. Hardware Specifications and Configurations Specification Caps Lock on = Blue ...
System Interrupt Specification Hardware IRQ IRQ0 IRQ1 IRQ2 IRQ3 IRQ4* IRQ5* IRQ6 IRQ7* IRQ8 IRQ9* IRQ10* IRQ11* IRQ12 IRQ13 IRQ14* IRQ15* 1-48 System Function System timer Standard PS/2 Keyboard Not in use Not in use Direct memory access controller Not in use Not in use Not in use System CMOS/real-time clock...
System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 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 may need to be run. Refer to arises.
BIOS The following is a description of the tabs found on the InsydeH20 BIOS Setup Utility screen: NOTE: NOTE: The screens provided are for reference only. Actual values may differ by model. Information Table 2-1 describes the parameters shown in Figure 2-1. Information Main CPU Type:...
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Table 2-1. BIOS Information (Continued) Parameter CPU Speed HDD0 Model Name HDD0 Serial Number ATAPI Model Name System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name UUID System Utilities Description Speed of the CPU Model name of HDD0 (hard disk drive) installed on primary IDE master Serial number of HDD0 installed on primary IDE master Model name of Optical device installed in system...
Main The Main tab allows the user to set system time and date, enable or disable boot option and enable or disable recovery. Information Main System Time System Date Total Video Memory: Video Memory: Quiet Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode ...
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Table 2-2. BIOS Main (Continued) Parameter Network Option to boot system from LAN (local area network) Boot F12 Boot Option to use boot menu during POST Menu Option to use D2D Recovery function Recovery SATA Mode Option to set SATA controller mode System Utilities Description Format/Option...
Security The Security tab shows parameters that safeguard and protect the computer from unauthorized use. Information Main Supervisor Password Is: User Password Is: HDD Password Is: Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Power on Password Help ...
Table 2-3. BIOS Security (Continued) Parameter Password on Boot NOTE: NOTE: When prompted to enter password, three attempts are allowed before system halts. Resetting BIOS password may require computer be returned to dealer. Password on Boot must be set to Enabled to activate password feature. Passwords are not case sensitive.
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IMPORTANT: Use care when typing a password. Characters do not appear on the screen. 3. Retype password in the Confirm New Password field and press Enter. 4. If new password and confirm new password strings match, the Setup Notice dialog screen is shown (Figure 2-5).
Removing a Password Perform the following: 1. Use the and keys to highlight Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. The Set Supervisor Password dialog box is shown. (Figure 2-7) Figure 2-7. Removing a Password: Set Supervisor Password 2. Type current password in Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3.
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a. Press Enter to return to the BIOS Setup Utility Security menu. b. The Supervisor Password parameter is shown as Set. c. Press F10 to save changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility. 6. If current password and new password strings do not match, the Setup Warning dialog is shown (Figure 2-10).
Boot The Boot tab allows changes to the order of boot devices used to load the operating system. Bootable devices include the: USB diskette drives Onboard hard disk drive DVD drive in the module bay Use and keys to select a device and press F5 or F6 to change the value. Information Main Boot priority order:...
Exit The Exit tab allows users to save or discard changes and quit the BIOS Setup Utility. Information Main Exit Saving Changes Exit Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Help Exit Figure 2-13. BIOS Exit Table 2-4 describes the parameters in Figure 2-13.
BIOS Flash Utilities 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 Crisis Recovery Disc is not available, create one before BIOS Flash utility is used.
DOS Flash Utility 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. 3. Move USB HDD to position 1 (Figure 2-14). (Refer to Information Main Boot priority order:...
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BIOS flash process begins. (Figure 2-16) Figure 2-16. Updating Flash ROM Blocks 7. Flash is complete when the message, Flash Programming Complete is shown. System will restart automatically when finished. NOTE: NOTE: If AC power is not connected, the following message is shown (Figure 2-17). Plug in the AC power to continue.
WinFlash Utility Perform the following to use the WinFlash Utility: 1. Double click the WinFlash executable. 2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen is shown. (Figure 2-18) V0.05 V0.08 Figure 2-18. InsydeFlash NOTE: NOTE: If the error message appears (Figure 2-19), check the system BIOS ROM-file size.
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Figure 2-19. InsydeFlash 2-19 System Utilities...
HDD/BIOS Password Utilities CAUTION: If Power-on Password authentication is enabled, the BIOS password can only be cleared by initiating the Crisis Disk Recovery procedure. See Crisis Disk. Clearing HDD Passwords This section provides details about removing an HDD password from the BIOS. If the HDD password is incorrectly entered three times, an error is generated.
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NOTE: NOTE: A key code is generated for use with unlocking utility. Make note of this code. 3. On separate, compatible device, boot to DOS. 4. Execute UnlockHD.exe <UnlockHD [key code]> with the code noted in Example: UnlockHD 54591747 The command generates a password which can be used for unlocking the HDD. Password: 41499389 Figure 2-23.
Clearing BIOS Passwords If a BIOS password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) is set, the BIOS will prompt for the password at system POST or upon entering the BIOS setup menu. There are two methods for clearing the BIOS password. A hardware method and a software method. Hardware Method 1.
4. Plug in AC adapter. 5. Restart the system and press F2 to enter BIOS Utility Setup menu. 6. If no password prompt is shown, BIOS password is cleared. 7. If password prompt is shown, repeat steps 1 through 5. Software Method If wrong supervisor password is entered three times, the System will halt! dialog is shown.
Miscellaneous Tools Using DMI Tools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM. Used in the DMI pool for hardware management. When the BIOS shows Verifying DMI pool data, it is checking that the table correlates with the hardware before sending it to the operating system (Windows, etc.). To update the DMI Pool, perform the following: 1.
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Figure 2-30. Asset Tag Menu Item 4. Press 2 to modify the product number key. (Figure 2-31) 2-25 System Utilities...
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Figure 2-31. Product Name Menu Item 5. Press 3 to modify serial number key. Figure 2-32. Serial Number Menu Item 6. Press 4 to modify the 1394 GUID number key. 2-26 System Utilities...
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Figure 2-33. 1394 GUID Number Menu Item 7. Press 0 to exit. Figure 2-34. Exit Menu Item 2-27 System Utilities...
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8. At the command prompt, type VEEPROM to write any changes in the data to the EEPROM. C:\VEEPROM_ Figure 2-35. VEEPROM Command Prompt NOTE: NOTE: When using any of the write options, restart the system to make the new DMI data effective.
Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility Use MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to EEPROM under DOS mode. 1. Use a text editor (e.g. Notepad) to open and edit the MAC.CFG file. (Figure 2-36) File Title= MAC Address byte WriteData=’001122334455’...
Machine Maintenance Procedures Introduction This chapter contains general information about the notebook, a list of tools needed to perform the required maintenance and step by step procedures on how to remove and install components from the notebook computer. General Information The product previews seen in the following procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration.
Maintenance Flowchart The flowchart in Figure 3-1 provides a graphic representation of the module removal and installation sequences. It provides information on what components need to be removed and installed during servicing. Figure 3-1. Maintenance Flow Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Getting Started The flowchart (Figure 3-1) identifies sections illustrating the entire removal and install sequence. Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. Perform the following prior to performing any maintenance procedures: 1. Remove power (A) from the system and peripherals. (Figure 3-2) 2.
3G Card Removal Prerequisite: Battery Pack Removal 1. Locate 3G card slot in battery bay (A). (Figure 3-5) Figure 3-5. Lower Cover Overview with Base Door 2. Push in 3G card (C) to release it from spring latch. (Figure 3-6) Figure 3-6.
Lower Logic Door Removal Prerequisite: Battery Pack Removal 1. Locate lower logic door (B) on lower cover. Refer to 2. Loosen two (2) captive screws (A). (Figure 3-7) Figure 3-7. Lower Cover Door Screws 3. Remove door from lower cover. Lower Logic Door Installation 1.
Keyboard Removal Prerequisite: Battery Pack Removal 1. Locate and unlock six (6) latches above keys, Esc, F4, F8, F12, Del, and End (Figure 3-12). Figure 3-12. Keyboard NOTE: NOTE: Keyboard FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) can be damaged if removed while mainboard connector is locked.
Lower Cover Removal Prerequisite: Lower Logic Door Removal HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Module Removal 1. Remove seventeen (17) screws (A) from lower cover. (Figure 3-17) Figure 3-17. Lower Cover 2. Remove five (5) screws (B) from battery bay. NOTE: NOTE: Connectors on right side of mainboard (USB, HDMI) are set in lower cover slots.
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Figure 3-18. Lifting Left Side of Lower Cover 4. Slide and remove lower cover from side (B). (Figure 3-19) Figure 3-19. Removing Lower Cover 3-20 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Lower Cover Installation 1. Align side (B) slots of lower cover with mainboard connectors (USB, HDMI). 2. Install side (B) of lower cover by sliding lower cover towards side (A) at slight angle. (Figure 3-19) 3. Install left side (A) of lower cover. 4.
Bluetooth Module Removal Prerequisite: Lower Cover Removal 1. Locate Bluetooth module (F) on upper cover. Refer to 2. Disconnect Bluetooth cable (A) from mainboard connector (B). (Figure 3-25) Figure 3-25. Bluetooth Module 3. Move and hold latch (B) towards front of upper cover. (Figure 3-26) Figure 3-26.
4. Remove Bluetooth module (A). Bluetooth Module Installation 1. Move and hold latch (B) towards front of upper cover. (Figure 3-26) 2. Install Bluetooth module (A) into upper cover guide (C). 3. Release latch (B) to secure Bluetooth module in upper cover. 4.
USB Module Removal Prerequisite: Lower Cover Removal 1. Locate USB module (G) on upper cover. Refer to 2. Unlock and disconnect USB FFC (A) from USB board connector (B). (Figure 3-27) Figure 3-27. USB Module 3. Remove screw (C) from upper cover. 4.
Thermal Module Installation IMPORTANT: Apply suitable thermal grease and make sure all heat pads are in place before replacing module CAUTION: Thermal grease can damage mainboard. Use caution when applying. The following thermal grease types are approved for use: N302 1.
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Figure 3-32. Thermal Module Installation NOTE: NOTE: The captive screws must be installed and secured in numerical order for thermal grease to spread evenly. 4. Install and secure five (5) captive screws (E/1 - E/5) to mainboard, in numerical order from one (1) to five (5).
CPU Removal Prerequisite: Thermal Module Removal 1. Locate CPU module (A) on mainboard. (Figure 3-33) Figure 3-33. CPU in Socket 2. Turn captive screw (B) left 180º to release module. 3. Remove CPU module from socket. CPU Installation 1. Align CPU marker (C) with socket marker (D) and install CPU in socket. (Figure 3-33) 2.
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Figure 3-34. Mainboard Recycling IMPORTANT: Circuit boards >10 cm² must be recycled. Follow local regulations for disposal. 3-35 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module Removal Prerequisite: Lower Cover Removal 1. Locate LCD module (H) on upper cover. Refer to 2. Remove WLAN main (A) and auxiliary (B) antenna cables from WLAN module connectors (Figure 3-35). Figure 3-35. WLAN Module Cables 3.
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4. Disconnect LVDS cable (C) from mainboard connector. 5. Locate two (2) screws (D) on LCD hinges (E). (Figure 3-37) Figure 3-37. Screws on LCD Hinges NOTE: NOTE: Cover LCD panel with a cloth or sheet to protect LCD panel from being damaged. 6.
7. Remove two (2) screws (D) on LCD hinges. (Figure 3-39) Figure 3-39. Removing Screws on LCD Hinges 8. Remove upper cover from LCD module. LCD Module Installation NOTE: NOTE: Cover LCD panel with a cloth or sheet to protect LCD panel from being damaged. 1.
Figure 3-45. Lifting and Rotating Mainboard 12. Rotate side (B) towards side (A) of mainboard until clear of guidepin (D). 13. Pull and remove mainboard away from guide (F). (Figure 3-46) Figure 3-46. Removing Mainboard Mainboard Installation 1. Align mainboard with guide (F). Refer to Figure 3-46. 2.
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3. Lower side (B) of mainboard. 4. Lower side (A) of mainboard until edge is flush with upper cover. 5. Install and secure two (2) screws (A) to upper cover. (Figure 3-43) 6. Install Bluetooth module cable (E) to mainboard connector (F). (Figure 3-42) 7.
4. Starting from the bottom-center of bezel, pry bezel up from the panel. Move along the edge to top of bezel until bezel is completely removed. (Figure 3-56) Figure 3-56. LCD Bezel Removal LCD Bezel Installation 1. Locate bezel hinges (C) on LCD module 2.
NOTE: NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended for Acer products only. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain as much detailed information as possible about the problem.
Power On Issues If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following: Figure 1-1. Power On Issue Computer Shuts Down Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following: 1. Makes sure the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet.
No Display Issues If the Display doesn’t work, perform the following: Replace LCD panel/ LCD cable Figure 1-2. No Display Issue No POST or Video If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following: 1. Make sure that internal display is selected. Switching between internal and external by pressing Fn+F5.
the external display is by pressing Fn+F5. 6. If the POST or video appears on the external display only, refer to 7. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8.
Keyboard Failure If the Keyboard fails, perform the following: Keyboard FPC well connected? Keyboard OK? Replace M/B Figure 1-4. Keyboard Failure Start Connect it well Replace keyboard Troubleshooting...
Internal Speaker Failure If internal Speakers fail, perform the following: Figure 1-6. Internal Speaker Failure Sound Problems Perform the following: 1. Boot the computer. 2. Navigate to Start Manager. Check the Device Manager to determine that: The device is properly installed ...
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Speakers are selected as the default audio device (green check mark). NOTE: NOTE: If Speakers does not show, right-click on the Playback tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default). 7. Select Speakers and click Configure to start Speaker Setup. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure the speakers.
Microphone Failure If internal or external Microphones fail, perform the following: Figure 1-7. Microphone Failure 1. Check that the microphone is enabled. Navigate to Start and Sound Sound and select the Recording tab. 2. Right click on the Recording tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default).
USB Failure If the USB fails, perform the following: Check USB/B to M/B cable Check USB/B Figure 1-8. USB Failure Troubleshooting Start Swap M/B Re-assemble the USB/B cable to Swap USB/B and USB cable 4-13...
Other Functions Failure HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD fails to operate correctly, perform the following: 1. Disconnect all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to confirm the computer is virus free. 3. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a.
ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following: Figure 4-9. ODD Failure ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty: Audio CDs do not play when loaded DVDs do not play when loaded ...
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3. Navigate to Start with Removable Storage panel. 4. Navigate to Start Manager. 5. Double click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device shows a down arrow, right click on the device and click Enable. 6. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. If the device shows a down arrow, right click on the device and click Enable.
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Playback is Choppy If playback is choppy or jumps, perform the following: 1. Check that system resources are not running low: Close some applications. Reboot and try the operation again. 2. Check that the ODD controller transfer mode is set to DMA. ...
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Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. Try a different cable. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced. Replace the ODD. Refer to Maintenance FlowchartMaintenance Flowchart. 4-18 Troubleshooting...
1. Remove power from the computer. 2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices ...
Post Codes The following are the InsydeH2O™ Functionality POST code tables. The components of the POST code table includes: SEC phase, PEI phase, DXE phase, BDS phase, CSM functions, S3 functions and ACPI functions. Phase PostBDS InsydeH2ODDT™ Reserve OEM Reserve Reserved Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h)
Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) PEI_ENTER_DXEIPL PEI_FINDING_DXE_CORE PEI_GO_TO_DXE_CORE party relate functions – Platform dependence. Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) DXE_TCGDXE* DXE_SB_SPI_INIT* DXE_CF9_RESET* DXE_SB_SERIAL_GPIO_INIT* DXE_SMMACCESS* DXE_NB_INIT* DXE_SIO_INIT* DXE_LEGACY_REGION* DXE_SB_INIT* DXE_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE DXE_FTW_INIT DXE_VARIABLE_INIT DXE_VARIABLE_INIT_FAIL DXE_MTC_INIT DXE_CPU_INIT DXE_MP_CPU_INIT DXE_SMBUS_INIT DXE_SMART_TIMER_INIT DXE_PCRTC_INIT DXE_SATA_INIT* DXE_SMM_CONTROLER_INIT* DXE_LEGACY_INTERRUPT* 4-22 Post Phase Description Code Loading BIOS image to RAM...
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Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) DXE_RELOCATE_SMBASE DXE_FIRST_SMI DXE_VTD_INIT* DXE_BEFORE_CSM16_INIT DXE_AFTER_CSM16_INIT DXE_LOAD_ACPI_TABLE DXE_SB_DISPATCH* DXE_SB_IOTRAP_INIT* DXE_SUBCLASS_DRIVER* DXE_PPM_INIT* DXE_HECIDRV_INIT* party relate functions – Platform dependence. Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR BDS_CONNECT_USB_HC BDS_CONNECT_USB_BUS Troubleshooting Post Phase Description Code Relocate SMM BASE SMI test VTD Initial...
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Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) BDS_CONNECT_USB_DEVICE BDS_NO_CONSOLE_ACTION BDS_DISPLAY_LOGO_SYSTEM_INFO BDS_START_IDE_CONTROLLER BDS_START_SATA_CONTROLLER BDS_START_ISA_ACPI_CONTROLLER BDS_START_ISA_BUS BDS_START_ISA_FDD BDS_START_ISA_SEIRAL BDS_START_IDE_BUS BDS_START_AHCI_BUS BDS_CONNECT_LEGACY_ROM BDS_ENUMERATE_ALL_BOOT_OPTION BDS_END_OF_BOOT_SELECTION BDS_ENTER_SETUP BDS_ENTER_BOOT_MANAGER BDS_BOOT_DEVICE_SELECT BDS_EFI64_SHADOW_ALL_LEGACY_ROM BDS_ACPI_S3SAVE BDS_READY_TO_BOOT_EVENT BDS_GO_LEGACY_BOOT BDS_GO_UEFI_BOOT BDS_LEGACY16_PREPARE_TO_BOOT 4-24 Post Phase Description Code USB device driver initialization Console device initial fail Display logo or system information IDE controller...
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Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) BDS_EXIT_BOOT_SERVICES* BDS_LEGACY_BOOT_EVENT BDS_ENTER_LEGACY_16_BOOT BDS_RECOVERY_START_FLASH party relate functions – Platform dependence. Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) POST_BDS_NO_BOOT_DEVICE POST_BDS_START_IMAGE POST_BDS_ENTER_INTI9 POST_BDS_BOOT_SECTOR Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) S3_RESTORE_MEMORY_CONTROLLER S3_INSTALL_S3_MEMORY S3_SWITCH_STACK S3_MEMORY_CALLBACK S3_ENTER_S3_RESUME_PEIM S3_BEFORE_ACPI_BOOT_SCRIPT Troubleshooting Post Phase Description Code Send END of POST Message to ME via HECI Last Chipset initial...
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Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) S3_BEFORE_RUNTIME_BOOT_SCRIPT S3_BEFORE_RELOCATE_SMM_BASE S3_BEFORE_MP_INIT S3_BEFORE_RESTORE_ACPI_CALLBACK S3_AFTER_RESTORE_ACPI_CALLBACK S3_GO_TO_FACS_WAKING_VECTOR Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) ASL_ENTER_S1 ASL_ENTER_S3 ASL_ENTER_S4 ASL_ENTER_S5 ASL_WAKEUP_S1 ASL_WAKEUP_S3 ASL_WAKEUP_S4 Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) SMM_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE SMM_SMM_PLATFORM_INIT SMM_ACPI_ENABLE_START SMM_ACPI_ENABLE_END SMM_S1_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_S3_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_S4_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_S5_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM_ACPI_DISABLE_START SMM_ACPI_DISABLE_END 4-26 Post Phase Code Restore system configuration stage2 Relocate SMM BASE during S3 resume...
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Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Used by Insyde debugger Troubleshooting Post Code 0x0D...
Jumper and Connector Locations LED4 LED1 LED5 LED6 LED8 LED7 Figure 5-1. Mainboard Top Table 5-1. Mainboard Top Item Description LED1 Power LED LED2 Backup LED LED3 Mute LED LED4 Num Lock LED5 Caps Lock LED6 Power LED LED7 HDD LED LED2 LED3 VRAM1...
Clearing Password and BIOS Recovery This section provides users with the SOP (standard operating procedure) for clearing the BIOS password and recovering the BIOS for the TravelMate 5760/5760G. Clearing Password NOTE: NOTE: The following procedure is only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password).
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3. Short two points of jumpers (A). (Figure 5-4) Figure 5-4. CMOS Jumper Item Description CLRP1 Clear CMOS Jumper 4. Plug in AC adapter. 5. Press Power button until BIOS POST is finished. 6. Remove conductivity tool from RCT_RST point. 7.
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware if a previous BIOS flashing process has failed.
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2. Copy ROM (read-only memory) file, BIOS.wph, to root directory of USB HDD. Make sure that there is no other BIOS file is saved in the same directory. 3. Insert USB HDD into USB port. 4. Press Fn + ESC button and hold while plugging in AC power adapter. 5.
Main Assembly ........6-4 LCD Assembly ........6-6...
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Guide. For Acer Authorized Service Providers, the Acer office may have a different part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. Users MUST use the local FRU list provided by the regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
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Category CABLE ZB1 PWR CORD US S/P EW1 POWER CORD S.P. (CHINESE) ZI5 POWER CORD S/P-AF ZG5 POWER CORD ARG 3P 1.83M BLACK S.P ZL6A POWER CORD S/P-AU S.P. ET2S POWER CORD SPARE PART-DANISH ZL6A POWER CORD S/P-ISR S.P. ZB1 POWER CORD (JAPANESE) ROHS S/P ZL6A POWER CORD S/P INDIA S.P.
Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 5760 Model Country TM5760-231 2G32Mnbk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 2G50Mnbk TM5760-231 3G32Mnbk TM5760-231 4G32Mnbk TM5760-241 AU/NZ 4G50Mibk Model Country TM5760-231 2G32Mnbk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk Model Definition and Configuration LX.V3W0C.001...
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Model Country TM5760-231 2G50Mnbk TM5760-231 3G32Mnbk TM5760-231 4G32Mnbk TM5760-241 AU/NZ 4G50Mibk Model Country TM5760-231 2G32Mnbk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 2G50Mnbk TM5760-231 3G32Mnbk TM5760-231 4G32Mnbk TM5760-241 AU/NZ 4G50Mibk Model Country TM5760-231 2G32Mnbk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 2G50Mnbk TM5760-231...
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Model Country TM5760-241 AU/NZ 4G50Mibk Model Country TM5760-231 2G32Mnbk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 2G50Mnbk TM5760-231 3G32Mnbk TM5760-231 4G32Mnbk TM5760-241 AU/NZ 4G50Mibk Model Country TM5760-231 2G32Mnbk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 AU/NZ 2G50Mibk TM5760-231 2G50Mnbk TM5760-231 3G32Mnbk TM5760-231 4G32Mnbk TM5760-241 AU/NZ 4G50Mibk...
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TravelMate 5760G Model Country TM5760G-24 GCTWN 12G50Mnbk TM5760G-24 14G32Mnbk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-25 28G50Mnbk Model Country TM5760G-24 GCTWN 12G50Mnbk TM5760G-24 14G32Mnbk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-25 28G50Mnbk LX.V3X03.002 TM5760G-2412G50Mnbk W7PR64XTSTW1 MC N12PGS1GBCbk_3V3 1*2G/500/BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3HD_ GEb_TC11 LX.V3X02.001 EMEA TM5760G-2414G32Mnbk W7HP64TSDE1 MC...
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Model Country TM5760G-24 GCTWN 12G50Mnbk TM5760G-24 14G32Mnbk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-25 28G50Mnbk Model Country TM5760G-24 GCTWN 12G50Mnbk TM5760G-24 14G32Mnbk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-25 28G50Mnbk Model Country TM5760G-24 GCTWN 12G50Mnbk TM5760G-24 14G32Mnbk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk...
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Model Country TM5760G-24 GCTWN 12G50Mnbk TM5760G-24 14G32Mnbk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-24 AU/NZ 14G50Mibk TM5760G-25 28G50Mnbk NB Chipset LX.V3X03.002 HM65 LX.V3X02.001 HM65 LX.V3X03.001 HM65 LX.V3Z03.001 HM65 LX.V3X02.002 HM65 Battery Adapter 6CELL2.2 6CELL2.2 6CELL2.2 6CELL2.2 6CELL2.2 Model Definition and Configuration...
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 which have passed these tests.
Microsoft Windows ® TravelMate 5760/5760G Vendor Type PLM00023 EM770W-Rev2 Huawei PLM00023 EM820W Huawei Adapter 10001023 LITE-ON 10001023 LITE-ON 10001081 DELTA 10001081 DELTA 60002015 HIPRO 60016453 CHICONY POWER Audio Codec 10004786 ALC271X_VB3 REALTEK PLM00004 Conexant Conexant CX-20584 PLM00004 Conexant Conexant CX-20584...
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Vendor Type 60001535 6CELL3.0 PANASONIC 60001921 6CELL2.2 SANYO 60001921 6CELL3.0 SANYO 60001921 9CELL3.0 SANYO 60002162 6CELL2.2 SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2 SIMPLO 60002162 6CELL2.2 SIMPLO Bluetooth 10001018 BT 2.1 HON HAI 10001018 BT 3.0 HON HAI 10001018 BT 3.0 HON HAI 10001018 BT 3.0 HON HAI 10001018...
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Vendor Type 10001023 1.3M HD LITE-ON 10001023 1.3M HD LITE-ON 10001023 1.3M HD LITE-ON 10001044 1.3M CHICONY 10001044 1.3M CHICONY 10001044 1.3M HD CHICONY 10001044 1.3M HD CHICONY 10001044 1.3M HD CHICONY PLM00012 1.3M Suyin PLM00012 1.3M Suyin PLM00012 1.3M HD Suyin PLM00012 1.3M HD...
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