Manual Aspire 5551

Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 Series
Service Guide
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II

Copyright
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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.
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contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the
programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its
dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential
damages resulting from any defect in the software.
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III

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.
CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to
avoid possible hardware or software
problems.
IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions
relevant to the accomplishment of
procedures.
NOTE: This symbol where placed in the Service Guide designates a component that should be recycled
according to the local regulations.
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Preface
Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.
1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION
decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product
competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.
add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered
in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible
personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.
2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information
available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will
not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer
office may have a 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.

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Table of Contents
System Specifications 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Closed Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
TouchPad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
System Utilities 25
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
BIOS Flash Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
DOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
WinFlash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43
Disassembly Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Pre-disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
External Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Removing the SD Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Removing the Optical Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Removing the Logic Lower Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Removing the 3G Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Removing the DIMM Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Removing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Main Unit Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Removing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Removing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Removing the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Removing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Removing the Card Reader Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
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Removing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Removing the Bluetooth Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Removing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Removing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
LCD Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Removing the LCD Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Removing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Removing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Removing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Removing the LCD Brackets and LVDS Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Removing the Microphone Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Removing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Replacing the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Replacing the Microphone Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Replacing the LCD Brackets and LVDS Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Replacing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Replacing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Replacing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Replacing the LCD Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
Main Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Replacing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Replacing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Replacing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Replacing the Bluetooth Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Replacing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Replacing the Card Reader Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Replacing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Replacing the Right Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Replacing the Left Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Replacing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Replacing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Replacing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Replacing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Replacing the 3G Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Replacing the Logic Lower Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Replacing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Replacing the SD Dummy Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Troubleshooting 137
Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Power On Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Random Loss of BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
LCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Built-In Keyboard Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
TouchPad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Internal Speaker Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
HDD Not Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
ODD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
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Wireless Function Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Thermal Unit Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Post Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Jumper and Connector Locations 155
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
USB/B Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
CR/B Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
Clearing Password Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
Clear CMOS Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 161
Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 Exploded Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162
Main Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162
Base Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
LED Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 FRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Screw List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Model Definition and Configuration 168
Aspire 5251 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Aspire 5551G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
Aspire 5551 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
Test Compatible Components 187
Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Online Support Information 195
Index 197
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Chapter 1
System Specifications
Features
Below is a brief summary of the computers many features:
NOTE: Some features not available on all models.
Operating System
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Genuine Windows 7 Home Basic 64-bit
CPU/Chipset
AMD V Series processor V120 (512 KB L2 cache, 2.20 GHz, 3.2GT/s, 25 W) (Aspire 5251)
AMD M880G Chipset (Aspire 5251)
AMD Phenom II triple-core mobile processor N830 (1.5 MB L2 cache, 2.10 GHz, 3.6GT/s, 35 W)
(Aspire 5551/5551G)
AMD Turion II dual-core mobile processor P520/N530 (2 MB L2 cache, 2.30/2.50 GHz, 3.6GT/s,
25/35 W) (Aspire 5551/5551G)
AMD Athlon II dual-core processor P320/N330 (1 MB L2 cache, 2.10/2.30 GHz, 3.2GT/s, 25/35
W) (Aspire 5551/5551G)
AMD RS880M and SB820M Chipset (Aspire 5251/5551/5551G)
System Memory
Dual-channel DDR3 SDRAM support:
Up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules
(for 64-bit OS)
Display
15.6" HD 1366 x 768 pixel resolution, high-brightness (200-nit) Acer CineCrystal LED-backlit
TFT LCD
16:9 aspect ratio
Graphics
ATI Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 256 MB of dedicated system memory, supporting Unified
Video Decoder 2 (UVD2), OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range (HDR) technology, Shader Model 4.1,
Microsoft DirectX 10.1 (Aspire 5251/5551)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 with 1024 MB of dedicated DDR3 VRAM, supporting Unified
Video Decoder (UVD), OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range (HDR) technology, Shader Model 5.0,
Microsoft DirectX 11, OpenGL 3.1, OpenCL 1.1 (Aspire 5551G)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470 with 512 MB of dedicated DDR3 VRAM, supporting Unified Video
Decoder (UVD), OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range (HDR) technology, Shader Model 5.0,
Microsoft DirectX 11, OpenGL 3.1, OpenCL 1.1 (Aspire 5551G)
Chapter 1 1
Dual independent display support (Aspire 5251/5551/5551G)
16.7 million colors (Aspire 5251/5551/5551G)
External resolution / refresh rates:
VGA port up to 2560 x 1440: 75 Hz (Aspire 5251/5551)
VGA port up to 2048 x 1536: 85 Hz (Aspire 5551G)
HDMI port up to 1920 x 1080: 60 Hz (Aspire 5251/5551/5551G)
MPEG-2/DVD decoding (Aspire 5251/5551/5551G)
VC-1 and H.264 (AVC) decoding (Aspire 5551G)
WMV9 (VC-1) and H.264 (AVC) decoding (Aspire 5251/5551)
Microsoft DirectX Video Acceleration (DXVA) application interface (API) (Aspire 5551G)
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection) support (Aspire 5251/5551/5551G)
Storage Subsystem
160/250/320/500/640 GB or larger hard disk drive
Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting:
Secure Digital (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick
PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD)
Audio
Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers
High-definition audio support
Built-in microphone
MS-Sound compatible
Storage
160/250/320/500/640 GB or larger hard disk drive
Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting Secure Digital (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory
Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD)
Optical Media Drive

8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive (Aspire 5251):
Read: 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X
DVD-ROM DL, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL, 4X DVD+R DL, 6X
DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
4X Blu-ray Disc/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive (Aspire 5551):
DVD-ROM DL, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 8X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM, 4X
BD-ROM, 4X BD-R, 2X BD-RE, 4X BD-ROM DL, 4X BD-R DL, 2X BD-RE DL
Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-
RAM, 4X DVD+R DL, 4X DVD-R DL
8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive (Aspire 5551):
DVD-ROM DL, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
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Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL, 4X DVD+R DL, 6X
DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
Communication
Acer Video Conference, featuring:
Acer Crystal Eye 1.3 MP webcam, 1280 x 1024 resolution
WLAN:
Acer InviLink Nplify 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Acer InviLink 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology
WPAN:
Bluetooth 3.0+HS
Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready
Privacy control
BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords
Kensington lock slot
Dimensions and weight

381 (W) x 253 (D) x 25/34 (H) mm (15 x 9.9 x 0.98/1.3 inches)2.6 kg (5.74 lbs.)10 with 6-cell
battery pack
Power subsystem
ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving
modes
3-pin 65 W AC adapter:
108 (W) x 46 (D) x 29.5 (H) mm (4.25 x 1.81 x 1.16 inches)
225 g (.49 lbs.)10 with 180 cm DC cable
48.8 W 4400 mAh 6-cell Li-ion standard battery pack
Estimated battery life: up to 3 hours and 20 minutes
ENERGY STAR
Special keys and controls

103-/104-/107-key keyboard, with inverted "T" cursor layout, 1.8 mm (minimum) key travel
Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip
11 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows keys, hotkey controls, independent standard
numeric keypad, international language support
Media keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next
I/O interface
Multi-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)
Three USB 2.0 ports
Chapter 1 3

HDMI port with HDCP support
External display (VGA) port
Headphone/speaker/line-out jack
Microphone-in jack
Ethernet (RJ-45) port
DC-in jack for AC adapter
Optional Items
1 GB / 2 GB / 4 GB DDR3 1066 MHz soDIMM module
6-cell Li-ion battery pack
3-pin 65 W AC adapter
External USB 56K modem
Environment
Temperature:
Operating: 5 C to 35 C
Non-operating: -20 C to 65 C
Humidity (non-condensing):
Operating: 20% to 80%
Non-operating: 20% to 80%
4 Chapter 1

System Block Diagram
Danube
AMD S1G4 Processor
Memory BUS(DDR3) 204pin DDRIII-SO-DIMM X2
uPGA-638 Package Dual Channel BANK 0, 1, 2, 3
Champlain 1.5V DDRIII 1066~1333MHz
Hyper Transport Link

16 x 16
LVDS
Thermal Sensor Clock Generator
ATI RS880M
ADM1032 ICS9LPRS488
CRT uFCBGA-528
HDMI Conn. A link Express2 USB CMOS Bluetooth Mini 3G/GPS Card
Gen1 conn Camera Conn card WWAN Reader
X3 <Option> (WL)X1 <Option>
USB port 0,1,2 USB port 5 USB port 12 USB port 8 USB port 9 USB port 6
ATI SB820M 3.3V 48MHz USB
3.3V 24.576MHz/48Mhz HD Audio
LAN(GbE) uFCBGA-605
MINI Card 1 Broadcom
WLAN BCM57780 S-ATA Gen2
GPP1 GPP0 HDA Codec

ALC272X
RJ45
LPC BUS SATA HDD SATA ODD
Conn. Conn.
port 0 port 1 Audio AMP
LED ENE KB926
Fan Control
Phone Jack x2
RTC CKT.
Touch Pad Int.KBD
Extend Card/B
LID SW / MEDIA/B 1. USB X2 EC I/O Buffer BIOS

2. Cardreader
Power On/Off CKT.
DC/DC Interface CKT.
Power Circuit
Chapter 1 5

Your Acer Notebook tour
Front View
No. Icon Item Description

1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication
webcam (for selected models).
2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),
displays computer output.
3 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Communication Indicates the computers wireless connectivitoy

indicator device status.
4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.

6 TouchPad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions
like a computer mouse.
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7 Power 1 Indicates the computers power status.
Battery1 Indicates the computers battery status.

1. Charging: The light shows amber when the
battery is charging.
2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in
AC mode.
8 Click buttons (left The left and right buttons function like the left
and right) and right mouse buttons.
9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when
you use the computer.
10 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio
output.
11 Microphone Internal microphone for recording sound.
NOTE: 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed.
Closed Front View

1 Multi-in-1 card Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard
reader (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick
PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD).
NOTE: Push to remove/install the card.
Only one card can operate at any
given time.
Left View

1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter
2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

prolonged use.
3 External display Connects to a display device
(VGA) port (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).
4 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based
port network.
5 HDMI Connect to HDMI devices
Chapter 1 7

6 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse,
USB camera).
7 Microphone-in Accepts input from external microphones.
jack
Headphones/ Connects to audio line-out devices
speaker/line-out (e.g. speakers, headphones).
jack
Right View

1 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB
camera).
2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.
3 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active.
indicator
4 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
button
5 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is
turned off.
Note: Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject
hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer
is off.
6 Kensington lock slot 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. Insert the lock into the notch and turn
the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are
also available.
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Bottom View

1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
2 Battery release Releases the battery for removal.
latch
3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured
with screws).
4 Memory Houses the computer's main memory.

compartment
5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

and cooling fan prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the fan opening.
Indicators
The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators.
Icon Function Description

Power Indicates the computer's power status.
Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.

NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when
the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light
shows green when in AC mode.
HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Communication indicator Indicates the computers wireless connectivitoy

device status.
Chapter 1 9

TouchPad Basics
The following items show you how to use the TouchPad:
Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor.
Press the left (2) and right (3) 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.
Function Left Button (2) Right Button (3) Main TouchPad (1)
Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed
as double-clicking a mouse
button).
Select Click once. Tap once.
Drag Click and hold, then use Tap twice (at the same speed
finger on the TouchPad to as double-clicking a mouse
drag the cursor. button); rest your finger on
the TouchPad on the second
tap and drag the cursor.
Access Click once.
context menu
NOTE: When using the TouchPad, keep it - and your fingers - dry and clean. The TouchPad is sensitive to
finger movement; hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not
increase the TouchPads responsiveness.
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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 two lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock key Description

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on, the contents of a text window scroll without moving the
< Fn + F12 > cursor.
Num Lock When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
Chapter 1 11

Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key 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
< > + <D>: Display the desktop
< > + <E>: Open Windows Explore
< > + <F>: Search for a file or folder
< > + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
< > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or
switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)
< > + <M>: Minimizes all windows
< > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
< > + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
< > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
< > + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
< > + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
< > + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the desktop
< > + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
< > + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar
<CTRL> + < > + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)
<CTRL> + < >
+ <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows 7, some shortcuts may not function as
described.
Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the
key application's context menu.
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Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computers controls like screen
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Icon Function Description

<Fn> + <F3> Communication key Enables / disables the computer's
communication devices. (Communication
devices may vary by configuration.)
<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display
screen, external monitor (if connected) and
both.
<Fn> + <F6> Display Off Turns the display screen backlight off to save
power. Press any key to return.
<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume.
<Fn> + < <Fn>

> +< > Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
<Fn> + <Home> Play/Pause Play or pause a selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Up> Stop Stop playing the selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Dn> Previous Return to the previous media file.
<Fn> + <End> Next Jump to the next media file.
Chapter 1 13

Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Platform
Item Specification
CPU AMD Family 10h Champlain Processor S1g4 Package
AMD Turion II Dual-Core Mobile Processor
AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Processor for Notebook PCs
AMD Sempron Processor for Notebook PCs
AMD Phenom II Dual-Core Processor
AMD V-Series Processor
Chipsets AMD RS880M North Bridge uFCBGA-528p
AMD SB820M South Bridge uFCBGA-605p
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650/5470 GPU with 1GB/512M DDR3 VRAM
ENE KB926 for Keyboard Controller, Battery management Unit, and RTC.
Realtek RTS5160 for Card Reader, 5 in 1 controller.
Realtek ALC272-X for High Definition Audio Codec.
Broadcom BCM57780A1KMLG for Giga LAN
Processor Specifications
CPU Hyper Cache Core
Item Cores Package Acer P/N
Speed Transport Size Voltage
AAN330 2.23 GHz 2 1.8 GHz 1 MB S1g4 35 W
AAP320 2.1 GHz 2 1.8 GHz 1 MB S1g4 25 W
AAP320_ 2.1 GHz 2 1.8 GHz 1 MB S1g4 25 W
BR
AMDV12 2.2 GHz 1 1.8 GHz 512 KB S1g4 25 W
0
APN830 2.1 GHz 3 1.8 GHz 1.5 MB S1g4 35 W
APN930 2.0 GHz 4 1.8 GHz 2 MB S1g4 35 W
ATN530 2.5 GHz 2 1.8 GHz 2 MB S1g4 35 W
ATP520 2.3 GHz 2 1.8 GHz 2 MB S1g4 25 W
ATP520_ 2.3 GHz 2 1.8 GHz 2 MB S1g4 25 W
BR
CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj = 100 DIS)

CPU Temp (C)
Fan Speed (rpm) SPL Spec (dBA)
Core 0
50 2500 28
56 2900 31
63 3200 34
70 3600 37
80 4000 40
95 4000 40
Throttling 50%: On=95C, Off=85C

OS Shutdown: 100C
H/W Shutdown: 92C
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CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj = 100 UMA)
CPU Temp (C)
Fan Speed (rpm) SPL Spec (dBA)
Core 0
50 2500 28
56 2900 31
63 3200 34
70 3600 37
80 4000 40
95 4000 40
Throttling 50%: On=95C, Off=85C

OS Shutdown: 100C
H/W Shutdown: 92C
Fan Acoustic Specifications
Operation SPL Tone
Application Loudness (Sone)
Mode dBA (dB)
Fan off Windows Idle (HDD random N/A 20~3.99kHz less than or 7
seek) equal to: 0.035
4K~20kHz less than or
equal to: 0.035
Fan 1 Windows Idle 28 N/A 7
Fan 2 Windows Idle, HDD spinning 31 N/A 7
Fan 3 Play Movie (read from HDD), 34 N/A 7
Play TV (TV tuner sku)
Fan 4 3DMark06,Prime95, 37 N/A 7
Prime95+Play TV(TV tuner
sku), acer screen saver, HDD
spinning
Fan 5 TAT100% or 40 N/A 7
Thermanow100%,3DMark06,
at ambient 35C, HDD
spinning
ODD ODMs test software 43 N/A N/A
(Reference) (Sequential) with Fan 4
NOTE: Tone:20~399Hz refers to slope of Ecma-074, 400~20K Hz < 7 Prominence ratio. No pattern occurred
on Prominence vs. time diagram.
Chapter 1 15

BIOS
Item Specification
BIOS vendor Insyde BIOS
BIOS ROM type Flash
Features 16Mbit(2MB) CMOS Serial Flash ROM
Support Acer UI
Support multi-boot
Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4)
Various hot-keys for system control
Support SMBIOS 2.3, PCI2.2.
Refer to Acer BIOS specification.
DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag
Support PXE
Support Y2K solution
Support WinFlash
Wake on LAN from S3
Wake on LAN form S4 in AC mode
System information
System Memory
Item Specification
Memory size 8GB maximum
DIMM socket number 2
Supports memory size per socket 4GB
Supports DIMM type 204-pin +1.5V DDRIII
Supports DIMM Speed 800/1066/1333 MHz
Supports DIMM voltage 1.5V
Memory Combinations
Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory
0MB 1024MB 1024MB
0MB 2048MB 2048MB
0MB 4096MB 4096MB
1024MB 0MB 1024MB
1024MB 1024MB 2048MB
1024MB 2048MB 3072MB
2048MB 0MB 2048MB
2048MB 1024MB 3072MB
2048MB 2048MB 4096MB
2048MB 4096MB 6144MB
4096MB 4096MB 8192MB
NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various
capacities to form other combinations. In the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be
reversed.
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Onboard LAN
Item Specification
Vendor/model name Broadcom 57780KMLG for GIGA LAN
Features Integrated 10/100/10000BASE-T transceiver
Automatic MDI crossover function
PCIe V1.1 compliant
10/100/10000BASE-T full -duplex/half -duplex MAC
Receive side scaling(RSS) for multicore processors
Complies with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, and 802.1p
Wake on LAN (WOL) support meeting the ACPI requirements
Statistics for SNMP MIB II, Ethernet-like MIB, and Ethernet MIB
(IEEE 802.3z, Clause 30)
Self-boot feature, utilizing smaller EEPROM size with ability to use
on-chip memory
Supports iSCSI boott
PCI Express CLKREQ support
Integrated switching regulator for improved power consumption
IPv4 and IPv6 large send offload and checksum offload(LSO/TCO)
Wireless LAN
Item Specification
Vendor/model name Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 2x2 BGN (HM)
QMI Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 2x2 BGN (HM) EM306
Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcomm 43225 2x2 BGN (HM)
T77H103.00
Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB97 2x2 BGN (HM)
Liteon Wireless LAN Atheris HB97 2x2 BGN (HM) WN6603AH
Foxconn Wirelss LAN Atheros HB95 1x1 BG (HM)
Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcom 4312H BG (HM)
Foxconn Wirelss LAN Atheros HB95BG (HM) T77H121.10
Protocol 802.11b/g/n
Interface PCI-Express
Antenna 1X2
Battery
Specification
Item
6 Cell
Vendor & model name SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SAMSUNG/SIMPLO AS2009A
Battery Type Li-ion
Pack capacity 4400 mAh
Normal Voltage 2.2 Ah
Package configuration 3S2P
Chapter 1 17

System Power Management
ACPI mode Specification
Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.
Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off
completely.
Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disk may be power
managed in this state.
Sleeping State (S3) CPU set power down
VGA Suspend
PCMCIA Suspend
Audio Power Down
Hard Disk Power Down
CD-ROM Power Down
Super I/O Low Power mode
Sleeping State (S4) Also called Hibernate state. System Saves all system states and data
onto disk prior to power off the whole system.
Power and Keyboard Controller

Item Specification
Controller ENE KB926
Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard
Windows logo key Yes
Hotkeys See Hot Keys on page 13.
Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item Specification
Vendor/model name Seagate HGST Toshiba Western Samsung
Digital
Capacity (MB) 160, 250, 160, 250, 160, 250, 160, 250, 160, 250,
320, 500 320, 500 320, 500 320, 500, 320
640
Bytes per sector 512
Data heads 2-4
Drive Format
Disks 1-2
Spindle speed 5400
(RPM)
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 8 MB
Interface SATA
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance 5V 5%
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Super-Multi Drive Module
Item Specification
Vendor & model HLDS GT20N Sony AD7580S
name
Performance With CD Diskette With DVD With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Specification Diskette
Transfer rate (MB/ Sustained: Sustained: Sustained: Sustained:
sec) 3,600 KB/s (24x) 11.08 Mbytes/s 1,571 (typical) 10,993 (typical)
max. (8x) max.
Buffer Memory 2 MB
Interface SATA
Applicable disc DVD-ROM: DVD Read:
formats 4.7GB (Single Layer) DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10,
8.5GB (Dual Layer) DVD-18), DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD
DVD-R: (Hybrid),
3.95GB (Ver. 1.0: read only) UDF DVD, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-R
3.95 GB, DVD-R Authoring, DVD-R Multi-
4.7GB (Ver. 2.0 for Authoring: read
Border,
only)
DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+R
4.7GB (Ver. 2.1 for General: read &
Multi-Session, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM V1.0,
write)
DVDRAM
(DL) 8.5GB (Ver. 3.0)
V2.0 & 2.1 &2.2.
DVD-RW:
4.7GB (Ver. 1.2/ Rev 1.0, 2.0, 3.0)
CD Read:
DVD-RAM: 1.46GB/side, 4.7GB/side
CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA
(Ver. 2.2)
Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i,
DVD+R: 4.7GB (Ver. 1.3) CD-i
(DL) 8.5GB (Ver. 1.1) Bridge, Video-CD (MPEG-1), Karaoke CD,
DVD+RW: Photo-CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD
4.7GB (Vol.1 Ver.1.3) Extra, itrax
CD, CD-Text, UDF CD, CD-R, and CD-RW
CD-ROM Mode-1 data disc
CD-ROM Mode-2 data disc DVD Write:
CD-ROM XA, CD-I, Photo-CD Multi- DVD Data & Video
Session, Video CD
CD-Audio Disc CD Read:
Mixed mode CD-ROM disc (data and CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA
audio) Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i,
CD-Extra Video-
CD-Text CD, CD-Text
CD-R (Conforming to Orange Book
Part 2: read & write)
CD-RW (Conforming to Orange Book
Part 3: read & write)
Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open)
Tact SW (Open)
Emergency Release (draw open hole)
Power Requirement
Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5%
Chapter 1 19

VGA Chip
Item Specification
Vendor/model ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650/5470 GPU
name
Features On Board 1024MB(5650) / 512MB(5470) DDR3 Video RAM
PCI Express 2.1 x16 bus interface
DirectX 11 support
OpenGL 3.2 support
Image quality enhancement technology
ATI Eyefinity multi-display technology
ATI Stream acceleration technology
ATI Avivo HD Video & Display technology
Certified drivers for Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP
Engine clock speed: 550 MHz / 750 MHz
Memory clock speed: 800 MHz
VGA output support
HDMI output Support
Supported VGA Aspire 5251/5551 All resolutions up to 2456 x
Resolutions 1536: 60 Hz
Aspire 5551G All resolutions up to 2048 x
1536: 85 Hz
HDMI Aspire 5251/5551/5551G All resolutions up to 1920 x
1080: 60 Hz
LCD Display Resolutions

Resolution Aspire 5251 Aspire 5551 Aspire 5551G
640x480p/60Hz 4:3 Yes Yes Yes
1920x1080i/60Hz 16:9 Yes Yes Yes
2048x1536/85 Hz 16:9 Yes Yes Yes
2560x1440/75 Hz 16:9 Yes Yes No
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LCD 15.6
Item Specification
Vendor/model name AUO/CPT/CMO/Samsung/LCD/INL
Screen Diagonal (mm) 15.6 inches
Display resolution (pixels) 1366 x 768 WXGA Clare
Pixel Pitch 0.204 x 0.204
Display Mode Normal
Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) 220
(also called Brightness)
Contrast Ratio 500 typical
Response Time (Optical Rise 8
Time/Fall Time) msec
Luminance Uniformity 1.25 max
Electrical Interface LVDS
Support Color 262K
Viewing Angle (up/down/right/ 15/35/45/45
left)
Temperature Range (C) 0 to +50
Operating -20 to +60
Storage (shipping)
USB
Item Specification
Chipset AMD RS880M North Bridge uFCBGA-528p
AMD SB820M South Bridge uFCBGA-605p
USB Compliancy Level 2.0
OHCI
Numer of USB Ports 3
Location Two on the right side, one on the left side
Serial Port Function Control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
HDMI
Item Specification
Version Number
Connector Type
Supported Resolutions
Features
Chapter 1 21

Card Reader
Item Specification
Part Name RealTek RT5160
Package 5-in-1 card reader
General Features Push-push type, with dummy card
Built-in 250mA Power MOS for memory card
Over Current Protection and Over Temperature Protection
Power saving
Power Down when no memory card is inserted
Power Idle (Selective Suspend)
USB2.0 Interface
Support both High-Speed (480 Mbps) and Full-Speed (12 Mbps)
Data Transfer
Embedded High Speed/Full Speed Transceiver
Secure Digital/Multimedia Card Interface
Compliant with SD Memory Card Specification Version 2.0
Compliant with Multimedia Card Specification Version 4.2
Support High Speed SD 4-bit Data Transfer Mode (Up to 32 GB)
Support High Speed MMC 8-bit Data Transfer Mode (Up to 32
GB)
Support Write Protection Switch
Memory Stick Interface
Compliant with Memory Stick PRO Format Specification Version
1.x
Compliant with Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Format Specification
Version 1.x
Support 4-bit and 8-bit Parallel Data Transfer Mode
xD- Picture Card Interface
Compliant with xD-Picture Card Specification Version 1.2
(support multi-plane)
Support Hardware ECC (1-bit correction and 2-bits detection)
Generation
Embedded Program memory and Data SRAM
Miscellaneous Functions
Realtek Driver
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista Linux
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Audio Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Realtek ALC272-X
Features Meets performance and function requirements for Microsoft WLP 3.10,
and stricter performance requirements for future WLP.
Two stereo DAC supports 16/20/24-bit PCM for two independent
playbacks (multiple streaming).
Two stereo ADC supports 16/20/24-bit PCM format for two independent
recording.
All DACs support independent 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate.
All ADCs support independent 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate.
Two independent SPDIF outputs support 16/20/24-bit format and 44.1k/
48k/88.2k/96k/192kHz rate.
All analog jack ports except MONO, BEEP-IN and HP-OUT are stereo
input and output retaking.
Supports line level mono output
Supports analog PCBEEP input, and features an integrated digital
BEEP generator
Headphone amplifier on port-I (HP-OUT) is designed to drive output
without external DC blocking capacitors
Supports EAPD (External Amplifier Power Down) control for external
amplifier
48-pin LQFP 'Green' package
WaveRT-based audio function driver for Windows Vista
EAX 1.0 & 2.0 compatible
Direct Sound 3D compatible
Emulation of 26sound environments to enhance gaming experience
Multi-band software equalizer and related tools are provided
Voice Cancellation and Key Shifting effect
Dynamic range control (expander, compressor and limiter) with
adjustable parameters
Intuitive Configuration Panel (Realtek Audio Manager) to enhance user
experience
Provides 10-foot GUI for easy menu navigation on Windows Media
Center
Microphone Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC), Noise Suppression
(NS), and Beam Forming(BF)technology for voice application
Smart multiple streaming operation
HDMI audio driver for AMD platform
Acer exclusive software features
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Chapter 2
System Utilities
BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computers 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 <F2> to enter Setup message is prompted
on the bottom of screen).
The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to disabled. If you want to change boot device without
entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set the parameter to enabled.
Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without
entering BIOS SETUP Utility.
Navigating the BIOS Utility

There are five menu options: Information, Main, Security, Boot, and Exit.
Follow these instructions:
To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys.
To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys.
To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6.
Press Esc to be prompted to exit the BIOS utility.
In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing F9. You can also press F10 to save any
changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a
particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item
Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values. Please
note that system information is subject to different models.
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Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 BIOS
Information
The Information screen displays a summary of the computer hardware information.
InsydeH20 Setup Utility Rev. 3.5

Information Main Security Boot Exit
CPU Type AMD Turion(tm) II N530 Dual-Core Processor

CPU Speed 2500 MHz
HDD Model Name: ST9250315AS

HDD Serial Number: 5VC8CXKX
ATAPI Model Name: Slimtype DVD A DS8A2SH
System BIOS Version: V0. 17T01

VGA BIOS Version: ATI VER0.12. 017. 000. 000. 034815
Serial Number: 123456789

Asset Tag Number:
Product Name: Aspire 5251/5551G/5551
Manufacturer Name: Acer
UUID: AE088D61-0B71-782C-94D7-705AB6401288
F1 Help Select Item F5/F6 C h a n g e Va l u e s F9 Setup Default

ESC Exit Select Menu Enter Select SubMenu F10 Save and Exit
NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ according to model.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
Parameter Description
CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system.
CPU Speed This field shows the speed of the CPU.
HDD Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed in the system.
HDD Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed in the system.
ATAPI Model Name This field shows the model name of the Optical device installed in
the system.
System BIOS Version Displays system BIOS version.
VGA BIOS Version This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system.
Serial Number This field displays the serial number of this unit.
Asset Tag Number This field displays the asset tag number of the system.
Product Name This field shows product name of the system.
Manufacturer Name This field displays the manufacturer of this system.
UUID Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) is an identifier standard used in
software construction, standardized by the Open Software
Foundation (OSF) as part of the Distributed Computing Environment
(DCE).
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Main
The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot options
and recovery.
InsydeH20 Setup Utility R e v. 3 . 5

Item Specific Help

S y s t e m Ti m e : [19:10:59]
System Date: [2/22/2010]
This is the help for the
To t a l M e m o r y : 3072 MB h o u r f i e l d . Va l i d r a n g e
Vi d e o M e m o r y : 1024 MB i s f r o m 0 t o 2 3 . REDUCE
/INCREASE : F 5 / F 6
Quiet Boot [Enabled]
Network Boot [Enabled]
F12 Boot Menu [Disabled]
D2D Recovery [Enabled]
S ATA M o d e [AHCI Mode]

NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ.
parameter settings.
Parameter Description Format/Option
System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24- Format: HH:MM:SS
hour format. (hour:minute:second)
System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY
(month/day/year)
Total Memory Displays the total memory available. N/A
Video Memory Displays the available memory for Video. N/A
Quiet Boot Quiet Boot replaces the customary technical messages Option: Enabled or
during POST with a more visually pleasing and Disabled
comfortable display (OEM Logo screen).
Network Boot Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote Option: Enabled or
server). Disabled
F12 Boot Menu Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Option: Enabled or
Disabled
D2D Recovery Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The function Option: Enabled or
allows the user to restore the system to factory defaults. Disabled
SATA Mode Control the mode in which the SATA controller should Option: AHCI Mode or IDE
operate. Mode
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Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.
NOTE: System BIOS does not support Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password Is Clear
User Password Is Clear
SATA Port 0 Disk Status Frozen Install or Change the
password and the length
Set Supervisor Password of password must be
Set User Password greater than one word.
Set SATA Port 0 HDD Password
Power on Password [Disabled]

parameter settings.
Parameter Description Option
Supervisor Password Is Shows the setting of the supervisor password Clear
User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear
SATA Port 0 Disk Status Shows the setting of the SATA Port Disk Status Frozen
Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password. When N/A
supervisor password is set, the BIOS Setup Utility is
protected from unauthorized access. The user can not
either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of
parameters.
Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When user N/A
password is set, this password protects the BIOS Setup
Utility from unauthorized access. The user can enter
Setup menu only and does not have right to change the
value of parameters except for the date and time.
Set SATA Port 0 HDD Enter SATA Port 0 HDD Password. N/A
Password
Power on Password Defines whether a power on password is required. Disabled or
When the system is first turned on it will prompt for a Enabled
password. Without a password the computer will not
continue to boot.
NOTE: When prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. If you forget your
password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it.
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Setting a Password
Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:
1. Use the and keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The
Set Supervisor Password box appears:
Set Supervisor Password
Enter New Password [ ]

Confirm New Password [ ]
2. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. The password length can not exceed 8 alphanumeric
characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field.
IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen.
3. Press Enter. After setting the password, the computer sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Set.
4. If desired, you can opt to enable the Power on Password parameter.
5. When you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Removing a Password
Follow these steps:
Set Password box appears:
Enter Current Password [ ]

2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter.
3. Press Enter twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.
The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Clear.
4. After all changes are made, save and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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Changing a Password
Set Supervisor Password box appears.
Enter Current Password [ ]

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 Supervisor Password parameter to Set.
5. If desired, you can enable the Power on Password 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.
Setup Notice
Changes have been saved.
[Continue]
The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter.

If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the
Setup Warning.
Setup Warning
Invalid Password.
[Continue]
If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following
message.
Setup Warning
Passwords do not match.

Re-enter password.
[Continue]
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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.
Select Boot menu to select specific devices to support boot.

Item Specific Help

Boot priority order:
1. Network Boot : LEGACY PCI DEVICE Use < > or < > to select
2. USB FDD : a device, then press
3. IDE0 : ST9250315AS <F5> to move it down the
4. USB HDD : list, or <F6> to move
5. USB CD/DVD ROM : it up the list. Press
6. IDE1 : Slimtype DVD A DS8A4SH <Esc> to escape the menu

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Exit
The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.
InsydeH20 Setup Utility R e v. 3 . 5

Item Specific Help

Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults Exit System Setup and
Discard Changes save your changes to
Save Changes CMOS.

The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

Parameter Description
Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Exit Discarding Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.
Changes
Load Setup Default Load default values for all Setup items.
Discard Changes Load previous values for all Setup items.
Save Changes Save setup data.
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BIOS Flash Utilities
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 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 utility. If the battery pack does not
contain enough power to finish BIOS Flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not
completely loaded.
Follow the steps below to run the Flash.
1. Prepare a bootable diskette.
2. Copy the Flash utilities to the bootable diskette.
3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The Flash utility has auto-execution function.
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DOS Flash Utility
Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility:
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.

Item Specific Help

Boot priority order:
1. Network Boot : LEGACY PCI DEVICE Use < > or < > to select
2. USB FDD : a device, then press
3. IDE0 : ST9250315AS <F5> to move it down the
4. USB HDD : list, or <F6> to move
5. USB CD/DVD ROM : it up the list. Press
6. IDE1 : Slimtype DVD A DS8A4SH <Esc> to escape the menu

3. Execute the BIOS.BAT batch file to update BIOS.

The flash process begins as shown.
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4. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays.
NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays.
Plug in the AC power to continue.

5. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays.
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WinFlash Utility
Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility:
1. Double-click the WinFlash executable.
2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays.
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Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities
This section provides you with details about removing HDD/BIOS password:
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 noted in the previous step, as follows:
UnlockHD 76943488
4. The command generates a password which can be used for unlocking the HDD.
Password : 46548274
5. Key in the password from the previous step to unlock the HDD as shown.
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Removing BIOS Passwords:
To clear the User or Supervisor passwords, open the DIMM door and use a metal instrument to short the J1
point.
Cleaning BIOS Passwords

To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, perform the following steps:
1. From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.exe
2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen.
The onscreen message determines whether the function is successful or not.
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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:
1. Enter into DOS.
2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen.
3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence. For example, enter BS 2 to
change the boot sequence to HDD | CD ROM | LAN | Floppy.
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Using DMITools
The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM to be used in the DMI
pool for hardware management.
When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking that the table correlates with the hardware
before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.).
To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps:
1. Boot into DOS.
2. Execute dmitools. The following messages report to screen to confirm completion:
dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from bios
dmitools /wm xxxx ==> Write manufacturer name to eeprom (max. 16 characters)
dmitools /wp xxxx ==> Write product name to eeprom (max. 16 characters)
dmitools /ws xxxx ==> Write serial number to eeprom (max. 22 characters)
dmitools /wu xxxx ==> Write uuid to eeprom
dmitools /wa xxxx ==> Write asset tag to eeprom (max. 32 characters)
The following examples show the commands and the corresponding output information.
Read DMI Information from Memory

Input:
dmitools /r
Output:
Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer
Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): Aspire xxxxx
Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789
UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx
Write Manufacturer Name to EEPROM

Input:
dmitools /wm Acer
Write Product Name to EEPROM

Input:
dmitools /wp Aspire 4540
Write Serial Number to EEPROM

Input:
dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789
Write UUID to EEPROM

Input:
dmitools /wu
Write Asset Tag to EEPROM

Input:
dmitools /wa Acet Asstag
NOTE: When using any of the Write options, restart the system to make the new DMI data effective.
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Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility
You can use the MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM under DOS mode.
1. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents
as below:
WriteData = 001122334455' MAC value
StartAddr=7A MAC address
WriteLeng=6 MAC value length
KeepByte=0 dont care
2. In DOS mode, run the MAC.BAT file to write MAC values to eeprom.
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Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement

IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.
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
Flat screwdriver
Philips screwdriver
Plastic flat screwdriver
Plastic tweezers
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.
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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. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.

4. Remove the battery pack.
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Disassembly Process
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.
The disassembly process is divided into the following stages:
External module disassembly
Main unit disassembly
LCD 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 mainboard, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly
frame in that order.
Main Screw List
Screw Quantity Part Number
M2.5*8 19
M2*3 26
M2.5*5 8
M2.5*3.2 4
M2.5*6 4
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External Module Disassembly Process
IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart

The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation of the external module disassembly sequence and
instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove
the keyboard, you must first remove the switch board.
Turn off system

and peripherals
power
Disconnect power
and signal cables
from system
Remove
Battery
Remove
Remove Remove Remove
HDD/WLAN/DIMM
Dummy Card 3G Cover ODD
Door
Remove Remove Remove

DIMMs WLAN HDD
Screw List
Step Screw Quantity Part No.
ODD Module M 2.5*8 1
ODD Bracket M2*3 2
3G Cover M2*3 1
Logic Lower Door M2.5*8 2
WLAN Module M2*3 1
HDD Carrier M3*3 4
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Removing the Battery Pack
1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown.
2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main
unit (2).
NOTE: Please follow local regulations for disposal.
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Removing the SD Dummy Card
1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.
2. Pull it out from the slot.
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Removing the Optical Drive Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 47.
2. Remove the screw securing the ODD module.
Step Size Quantity Screw Type

ODD Module M2.5*8 1
3. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis.
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4. Remove the two (2) screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive
module.

ODD Bracket M2*3 2
5. Remove the ODD bezel by prying the top edge away and clear of the module.
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Removing the Logic Lower Door
1. Remove two (2) screws from the logic lower door.

Logic lower door M2.5*8 2
2. Lift the door beginning from the inner edge as shown.
3. Lift the door clear of the device, exposing the HDD, DIMM, and WLAN modules.
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Removing the 3G Cover
1. Remove one (1) screw from the 3G Cover.

3G Cover M2*3 1
2. Lift the 3G Cover from the right edge first, then remove completely.
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Removing the DIMM Module
1. See Removing the Logic Lower Door on page 51.
2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module.
3. Remove the DIMM module.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second DIMM module if present.
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Removing the WLAN Module
2. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board.
NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal and White to the AUX terminal.
3. Move the antenna away and remove the two (1) screws to release the WLAN Board.

WLAN Module M2*3 1
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4. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket.
NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage.
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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
2. Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the interface.
3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay.
NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
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4. Remove the four (4) screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier.

HDD Carrier M3*3 4
5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.
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Main Unit Disassembly Process
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
Remove External
Remove
Modules before
Keyboard
proceeding
Remove
Upper Cover
Upper Lower
Cover Cover
Remove
Remove
TouchPad
Power Board
Bracket
Remove
Mainboard
Remove
Remove
Left Speaker
USB Board
Module
Remove
Thermal Module
Remove Remove
Right Speaker Card Reader
Module Board
Remove
CPU
Remove
USB Board
Screw List
Upper Cover M2.5*5 7
Lower Cover M2.5*8 11
Battery Bay M2*3 4
Left Speaker Module M2*3 2
Right Speaker Module M2*3 2
Power Board M2*3 2
Card Reader M2*3 1
USB Board M2*3 1
TouchPad Bracket M2*3 1
Mainboard M2.5*5 1
Thermal Module M1.98*3 4
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Removing the Keyboard
1. Unlock the six (6) keyboard locks.
2. Pry up the centre of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the Upper Cover.
3. Turn the keyboard over on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector.
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4. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the mainboard.
5. Lift the keyboard clear of the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Upper Cover
1. See External Module Disassembly Process on page 46.
2. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven (11) screws on the lower cover and four (4) screws from the
battery bay.

Lower Cover (red M2.5*8 11
callout)
Battery Bay M2*3 4

(green callout)
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3. Turn the computer over and disconnect the following four (4) cables from the Mainboard.
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4. Release the locking latch on A. 5. Disconnect A as shown.
6. Release the locking latch on B and remove the cable as shown.
7. Release the locking latch on C and remove the 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the
cable as shown. cable as shown.
NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors.

NOTE: Use the pull-tabs on FFCs whenever available to prevent damage.
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9. Remove the seven (7) screws on the Upper Cover as shown.

Upper Cover M2.5*5 7
10. Starting at the top right side of the cover, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. Work along the front
edge of the casing to the left as shown, then lift the Upper Cover clear of the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Left Speaker Module
1. See Removing the Upper Cover on page 61.
2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown.
3. Remove two (2) screws from the left speaker module.

Left Speaker M2*3 2
Module
4. Remove the Speaker cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips.
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5. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Right Speaker Module
2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown.
3. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the Right Speaker Module.

Right Speaker M2*3 2
Module
4. Remove the Right Speaker Module cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable
clips.
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5. Lift the Right Speaker Module clear of the device.
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Removing the Power Board
2. Turn the upper cover over and remove the power board cable. Pass the cable through the upper cover as
shown.
3. Remove two (2) screws from the power board.

Power board M2*3 2
4. Remove the power board assembly and lift the power board clear of the device.
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Removing the TouchPad Bracket
IMPORTANT: The TouchPad Board cannot be removed individually. To replace the TouchPad Board, replace the
entire Upper Cover.
2. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the Upper Cover.
3. Release the FFC locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the cover.
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4. Remove the one (1) screw from TouchPad bracket.

TouchPad Bracket M2*3 1
5. Pry the Touchpad bracket off the adhesive and remove it as shown.
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Removing the Card Reader Board
2. Unlock the mainboard to card reader cable connector.
3. Remove one (1) screw from the card reader board.

Card Reader M2*3 1
4. Lift the card reader board clear of the device.
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Removing the USB Board
2. Unlock the mainboard to USB cable connector.
3. Peel the cable off the adhesive as shown.
4. Remove one (1) screw from the USB board.

USB M2*3 1
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5. Lift the USB board clear of the device.
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Removing the Bluetooth Board
2. Pry the Bluetooth board from the adhesive.
3. Disconnect the mainboard to Bluetooth cable.
4. Lift the Bluetooth board away from the cable channel as shown.
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Removing the Mainboard
2. Disconnect the speaker to mainboard cable.
3. Disconnect the LVDS cable.
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4. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Mainboard.

Mainboard M2.5*5 1
5. Place a dust free, protective mat on the lcd screen to aid in the removal of the mainboard.
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6. Lift the inner edge of the mainboard up and out to free it from the lower case, without removing the mainboard
completely from the chassis.
CAUTION: Do not remove the mainboard completely. The mainboard is still connected to the chassis.
7. Carefully turn the mainboard over and place it on the protective mat.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when turning the mainboard over as it is still connected to the chassis
by the power cable.
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8. Disconnect the power cable.
9. Remove the mainboard from the chassis and turn it over.
NOTE: Circuit boards >10 cm have been highlighted with a yellow rectangle as shown in the previous
image. Please detach the Circuit board and follow local regulations for disposal.
10. Remove the adhesive tape from the Bluetooth cable.
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11. Disconnect the Bluetooth to mainboard cable.
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Removing the Thermal Module
2. Disconnect the fan cable.
3. Remove the four (4) securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to 1), then the two (2) screws on
the GPU.
2 1
4 3

Thermal Module M2.5*3.2 4
GPU 2
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4. Carefully lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
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Removing the CPU
IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may
malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.
1. See Removing the Thermal Module on page 81.
2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180 counter-clockwise as shown.
3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown.
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LCD Module Disassembly Process
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
Remove LCD
Assembly
Remove
LCD Bezel
Remove
Camera Module
Remove
LCD Panel
Remove Remove
Remove
LCD Brackets Microphone
Antennas
and FPC Cable Cable
Screw List
LCD Assy M2.5*5 4
LCD Bezel M2.5*6 2
LCD Panel M2.5*5 2
LCD Brackets M2*3 6
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Removing the LCD Assembly
2. Turn the device over and pass the black and white antenna cables through the lower cover.
3. Free the black and white antenna cables from the cable channel as shown.
4. Continue removing the white antenna cable from the cable channel.
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5. Remove the LVDS cable from the cable channel.
6. Remove the adhesive tape from the black antenna cable.
7. Free the cable from the cable channel as shown.
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8. Remove four (4) screws from the LCD assembly.

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9. Remove the LCD assembly from the lower cover.
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Removing the LCD Bezel
1. See Removing the LCD Assembly on page 85.
2. Remove the two bezel screw caps and screws.

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3. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Work along the
right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart. Continue along the top edge and down the left
side to remove the bezel.
NOTE: If necessary, use a pry to lift up the outside edges of the bezel.
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Removing the Camera Module
1. See Removing the LCD Assembly on page 85.
2. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable.
3. Remove the Camera from the module.
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Removing the LCD Panel
1. See Removing the Camera Module on page 89.
2. Remove the four (4) securing screws from the LCD Panel.

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3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place.
4. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module.
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Removing the LCD Brackets and LVDS Cable
1. See Removing the LCD Panel on page 90.
2. Remove the six (6) securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets.

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3. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel.
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4. Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Pull the cable up as shown.
5. Remove the adhesive tape from the cable.
6. Peel back the mylar securing the LVDS cable.
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7. Disconnect the LVDS cable from the panel.
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Removing the Microphone Cable
2. Remove the cable bundle from the hinge channel.
3. Peel back the foil tabs and remove the microphone cable from the cable channel.
4. Peel back the foil tab on the microphone set.
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5. Lift the microphone set and cable clear of the LCD cover.
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Removing the Antennas
2. Remove the black antenna from the cable channel.
3. Peel back the foil tabs and remove the cable from the cable channel.
4. Pry the antenna assembly clear of the device.
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5. Remove the white antenna from the hinge channel.
6. Peel back the foil tabs and remove the cable from the cable channel.
7. Pry the antenna assembly clear of the device.
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LCD Module Reassembly Procedure
Replacing the Antennas
1. Adhere the white antenna assembly to the LCD cover.
2. Run the cable along the cable channel and fold over the foil tabs to secure the cable in place.
3. Run the white antenna along the hinge channel.
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4. Adhere the black antenna assembly on the LCD cover.
5. Run the cable along the cable channel and fold over the foil tabs to secure the cable in place.
6. Run the black antenna cable along the cable channel.
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Replacing the Microphone Cable
1. Place the microphone set in the panel. 2. Run the cable along the cable channel.
3. Fold over the foil tabs and continue running the 4. Run the cable bundle along the hinge channel.
microphone cable along the cable channel
indicated between the red callouts.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced
in the LCD Module.
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Replacing the LCD Brackets and LVDS Cable
1. Connect the LVDS cable to the LCD panel.
2. Adhere the LVDS mylar to the LCD panel.
3. Adhere the LVDS cable to the panel by running it between the callouts as shown.
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4. Attach the LCD brackets to the LCD Panel.
5. Replace six (6) securing screws (three on each side) of the LCD Panel brackets.
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Replacing the LCD Panel
1. Place the LCD Panel in the module as shown. 2. Run the cable along the channel in the LCD
Module as shown.
3. Run the cable through the left hinge channel. 4. Secure the panel using four (4) securing screws.
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Replacing the Camera Module
1. Place the Camera in the module. 2. Connect the camera cable.
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Replacing the LCD Bezel
1. Replace the bezel and press down until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel.
2. Replace the two (2) screws and screw caps.
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Replacing the LCD Assembly
1. Place the LCD assembly on the lower cover.
2. Secure the LCD assembly using four (4) screws.
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3. Run the black antenna cable along the cable channel.
4. Replace the adhesive tape to secure the cable to the chassis.
5. Near the left hinge, run the LVDS cable along the cable channel.
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6. Run the white antenna cable along the cable channel as shown.
7. Continue running the black and white antenna cables along the cable channel.
8. Pass the black and white antenna cables through the lower cover.
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Main Module Reassembly Procedure
Replacing the CPU
IMPORTANT: Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the CPU.
The following thermal grease types are approved for use:
N-302 Dimand TIM Grease
Honeywell
IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU
socket.
1. Place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator.
Socket
Pin1 Locator
2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180 clockwise to secure the CPU in place.
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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:
N-302 Dimand TIM Grease
Honeywell
The following thermal pads are approved for use:
Eapus XR-PE
1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from the CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl
Alcohol, Acetone (1), or other approved cleaning agent.
2. Apply a small amount of thermal grease to the centre of the CPUthere is no need to spread the grease
manually, the force used during the installation of the Thermal Module is sufficient.
3. Align the screw holes on the Thermal Module and Mainboard then replace the module. Keep the module as
level as possible to spread the thermal grease evenly.
4. Replace the four (4) securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to 1), then the two (2) screws
on the GPU.
2 1
4 3
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5. Connect the fan cable.
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Replacing the Mainboard
1. Connect the Bluetooth to mainboard cable.
2. Apply the adhesive tape to the Bluetooth cable.
3. Connect the power cable.
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4. Place the left edge of the mainboard in first to line up the I/O ports before lowering the mainboard into the
chassis.
NOTE: Ensure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the casing.
5. Secure the one (1) securing screw on the Mainboard.
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6. Connect the LVDS cable to the mainboard.
7. Connect the microphone cable.
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Replacing the Bluetooth Board
1. Run the Bluetooth cable along the channel as shown.
2. Connect the mainboard to Bluetooth cable.
3. Adhere the Bluetooth board to the adhesive.
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Replacing the USB Board
1. Place the USB board in the device.
2. Secure the one (1) screw on the USB board.
3. Adhere the cable to the chassis as shown.
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4. Connect the USB cable to the mainboard and lock the connector.
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Replacing the Card Reader Board
1. Place the card reader board in the device.
2. Secure one (1) screw on the card reader board.
3. Connect the card reader cable and lock the connector.
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Replacing the TouchPad Bracket
1. Replace the TouchPad bracket top edge first to engage the securing clips and press down firmly.
2. Replace the one (1) screws to secure the TouchPad Bracket to the Upper Cover.
3. Replace the TouchPad FFC and close the locking latch on the connector.
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4. Replace the FFC and press down as indicated to secure it to the Upper Cover.
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Replacing the Power Board
1. Place the power board in the upper cover. Ensure that the assembly fits inside the bracket securely.
2. Secure two (2) screws on the power board.
3. Pass the power board cable through the upper cover. Adhere the power board cable as shown.
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Replacing the Right Speaker Module
1. Place the right speaker module in the chassis as shown.
2. Run the speaker cable along the channel.
3. Secure the two (2) securing screws on the Right Speaker Module.
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Replacing the Left Speaker Module
1. Place the module right side first on the Upper 2. Run the Speaker cable along the cable channel.
Cover as shown.
3. Secure two (2) screws from the left speaker module.
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Replacing the Upper Cover
1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover as shown and press all sides are firmly in place.
2. Secure the seven (7) screws on the Upper Cover as shown.
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3. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard.
D
4. Connect D as shown. 5. Connect C as shown.
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6. Connect B as shown.
7. Connect A and lock as shown.
8. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven (11) screws on the lower cover and four (4) screws from the
battery bay.
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Replacing the Keyboard
1. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place.
2. Replace the Keyboard by first lining up the bottom edge. Press down firmly to lock.
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the four (4) screws (two each side) to
secure the carrier.
3. Insert the HDD, as indicated and lower it into 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to
place. connect the interface.
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Replacing the WLAN Module
1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the module.
3. Connect the two (2) Antenna cables to the module.

NOTE: The black cable connects to the upper terminal (MAIN) and the white cable to the lower terminal
(MAIN).
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Replacing the DIMM Modules
1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place.
3. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present.
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Replacing the 3G Cover
1. Line up the left edge of the 3G cover with the device, before replacing completely.
2. Replace one (1) screw on the 3G Cover.
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Replacing the Logic Lower Door
1. Replace the lower cover by first lining up the top edge as shown.
2. Secure two (2) screws on the lower cover.
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Replacing the ODD Module
1. Press the bezel into the tray, bottom edge first, to 2. Place the bracket on the ODD module.
secure it to the ODD Module.
3. Secure the ODD bracket with the two (2) screws.
4. Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is 5. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the Module.
flush with the casing.
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Replacing the SD Dummy Card
1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot as shown. 2. Push until the card clicks into place and is flush with
the casing.
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Replacing the Battery
1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to
release position (1), insert the battery pack and secure the battery in place.
press down (2).
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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
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 page to go to.
Symptoms (Verified) Go To
Power On Issue Page 138
No Display Issue Page 139
LCD Failure Page 141
Internal Keyboard Failure Page 141
TouchPad Failure Page 142
Internal Speaker Failure Page 142
ODD Failure Page 145
WLAN Failure Page 148
Thermal Unit Failure Page 148
Other Functions Failure Page 149
Intermittent Failures Page 150
Undermined Failures Page 150
4. If the Issue is still not resolved, see Online Support Information on page 195.
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Power On Issue
If the system doesnt power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not
replace a non-defective FRUs:
Computer Shutsdown Intermittently

If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet.
2. Remove any extension cables between the computer and the outlet.
3. Remove any surge protectors between the computer and the electrical outlet. Plug the computer directly
into a known good electrical outlet.
4. Disconnect the power and open the casing to check the Thermal Unit (see Thermal Unit Failure on page
148) and fan airways are free of obstructions.
5. Remove all external and non-essential hardware connected to the computer that are not necessary to
boot the computer to the failure point.
6. Remove any recently installed software.
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No Display Issue
If the Display doesnt work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace
a non-defective FRUs:
No POST or Video
If the POST or video doesnt display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Make sure that the internal display is selected. On this notebook model, switching between the internal
display and the external display is done by pressing Fn+F5. Reference Product pages for specific model
procedures.
2. Make sure the computer has power by checking at least one of the following occurs:
Fans start up
Status LEDs light up
If there is no power, see Power On Issue on page 138.
3. Drain any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for
10 seconds. Reconnect the power and reboot the computer.
4. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external
display is by pressing Fn+F5 (on this model).
If the POST or video appears on the external display, see LCD Failure on page 141.
5. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Remove any
memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Restart the computer.
If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by one until the failure point is discovered.
6. Reseat the memory modules.
7. Remove the drives (see Disassembly Process on page 45).
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Abnormal Video Display
If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Reboot the computer.
2. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and
should be replaced. See Disassembly Process on page 45.
3. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD
is faulty and should be replaced. See Disassembly Process on page 45.
4. Adjust the brightness to its highest level. See the User Manual for instructions on adjusting settings.
NOTE: Ensure that the computer is not running on battery alone as this may reduce display brightness.
If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See
Disassembly Process on page 45.
5. Check the display resolution is correctly configured:
a. Minimize or close all Windows.
b. If display size is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel
zoom feature in the application.
c. If desktop display resolution is not normal, right-click on the desktop and select
Personalize Display Settings.
d. Click and drag the Resolution slider to the desired resolution.
e. Click Apply and check the display. Readjust if necessary.
6. Roll back the video driver to the previous version if updated.
7. Remove and reinstall the video driver.
8. 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 under Other Devices.
10. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts.
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.
4. If HDD information is missing from the BIOS, the drive may be defective and should be replaced.
5. Replace the Motherboard.
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LCD Failure
If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-
defective FRUs:
Built-In Keyboard Failure

If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace
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TouchPad Failure
If the TouchPad doesnt work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not
replace a non-defective FRUs:
Internal Speaker Failure

If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace
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Sound Problems
If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Reboot the computer.
2. Navigate to Start Control Panel 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.
3. Roll back the audio driver to the previous version, if updated recently.
4. Remove and reinstall the audio driver.
5. Ensure that all volume controls are set mid range:
a. Click the volume icon on the taskbar and drag the slider to 50. Ensure that the volume is not muted.
b. Click Mixer to verify that other audio applications are set to 50 and not muted.
6. Navigate to Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound. Ensure that Speakers are selected
as the default audio device (green check mark).
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 onscreen prompts to configure
the speakers.
8. Remove and recently installed hardware or software.
9. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore.
If the issue is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date.
10. Reinstall the Operating System.
Microphone Problems
If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to
correct the problem.
1. Check that the microphone is enabled. Navigate to Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound
Sound and select the Recording tab.
2. Right-click on the Recording tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default).
3. The microphone appears on the Recording tab.
4. Right-click on the microphone and select Enable.
5. Select the microphone then click Properties. Select the Levels tab.
6. Increase the volume to the maximum setting and click OK.
7. Test the microphone hardware:
a. Select the microphone and click Configure.
b. Select Set up microphone.
c. Select the microphone type from the list and click Next.
d. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the test.
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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 7Startup Repair Utility:
a. insert the Windows 7Operating 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. Select Repair your computer.
e. The System Recovery Options screen displays. Click Next.
f. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next.
NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are required.
g. Select Startup Repair.
h. Startup Repair attempts to locate and resolve issues with the computer.
i. When complete, click Finish.
If an issue is discovered, follow the onscreen information to resolve the problem.
4. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. For more information see Windows Help and Support.
5. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. Check the BIOS settings are correct and that
CD/DVD drive is set as the first boot device on the Boot menu.
6. Ensure all cables and jumpers on the HDD and ODD are set correctly.
7. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software.
8. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. For more information see Windows Help and Support.
9. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a command prompt. For more information see
Windows Help and Support.
11. Replace the HDD. See Disassembly Process on page 45.
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ODD Failure
If the ODD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-
defective FRUs:
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
Blank discs do not burn correctly
DVD or CD play breaks up or jumps
Optical drive not found or not active:
Not shown in My Computer or the BIOS setup
LED does not flash when the computer starts up
The tray does not eject
Access failure screen displays
The ODD is noisy
Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Reboot the computer and retry the operation.
2. Try an alternate disc.
3. Navigate to Start Computer. Check that the ODD device is displayed in the Devices with Removable
Storage panel.
4. Navigate to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager.
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a. Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device
and click Enable.
b. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. If the device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and
click Enable.
c. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If
a device has an exclamation mark, right-click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver.
d. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in DVD/CD-ROM drives. If a
device has an exclamation mark, right-click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver.
e. If the exclamation marker is not removed from the item in the lists, try removing any recently installed
software and retrying the operation.
Discs Do Not Play
If discs do not play when inserted in the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the
problem.
1. Check that the disc is correctly seated in the drive tray and that the label on the disc is visible.
2. Check that the media is clean and scratch free.
3. Try an alternate disc in the drive.
4. Ensure that AutoPlay is enabled:
a. Navigate to Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound AutoPlay.
b. Select Use AutoPlay for all media and devices.
c. In the Audio CD and DVD Movie fields, select the desired player from the drop down menu.
5. Check that the Regional Code is correct for the selected media:
IMPORTANT:Region can only be changed a limited number of times. After Changes remaining reaches zero,
the region cannot be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is moved to another computer.
a. Navigate to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager.
b. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives.
c. Right-click DVD drive and click Properties, then click the DVD Region tab.
d. Select the region suitable for the media inserted in the drive.
Discs Do Not Burn Properly

If discs can not be burned, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Ensure that the default drive is record enabled:
a. Navigate to Start Computer and right-click the writable ODD icon. Click Properties.
b. Select the Recording tab. In the Desktop disc recording panel, select the writable ODD from the
drop down list.
c. Click OK.
2. Ensure that the software used for burning discs is the factory default. If using different software, refer to
the software's user manual.
Playback is Choppy
If playback is choppy or jumps, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Check that system resources are not running low:
a. Try closing some applications.
b. Reboot and try the operation again.
2. Check that the ODD controller transfer mode is set to DMA:
a. Navigate to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager.
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b. Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right-click ATA Device 0.
c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is
checked and click OK.
d. Repeat for the other ATA Devices shown if applicable.
Drive Not Detected

If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility.
2. Check that the drive is detected in the ATAPI Model Name field on the Information page.
NOTE: Check that the entry is identical to one of the ODDs specified in Hardware Specifications and
Configurations on page 14.
3. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD. See Disassembly
Process on page 45.
a. Check for broken connectors on the drive, motherboard, and cables.
b. Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections.
c. Try an alternate cable, if available. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be
replaced.
4. Reseat the drive ensuring and all cables are connected correctly.
5. Replace the ODD. See Disassembly Process on page 45.
Drive Read Failure

If discs cannot be read when inserted in the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the
problem.
1. Remove and clean the failed disc.
2. Retry reading the CD or DVD.
d. Test the drive using other discs.
e. Play a DVD movie
f. Listen to a music CD
If the ODD works properly with alternate discs, the original disc is probably defective and should be
replaced.
3. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD. See Disassembly
Process on page 45.
a. Check for broken connectors on the drive, motherboard, and cables.
b. Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections.
c. Try an alternate cable, if available. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be
replaced.
4. Replace the ODD. See Disassembly Process on page 45.
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Wireless Function Failure
If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-
defective FRUs:
Thermal Unit Failure

If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRUs:
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External Mouse Failure
If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1. Try an alternative mouse.
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.
5. Restart the computer.
6. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software.
7. Remove any recently added software and reboot.
9. Run the Event Viewer to check the events log for errors. For more information see Windows Help and
Support.
10. Roll back the mouse driver to the previous version if updated recently.
11. Remove and reinstall the mouse driver.
12. Check the Device Manager to determine that:
The device is properly installed. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks.
Other Failures
If the CRT Switch, Dock, LAN Port, external MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or
Volume Wheel fail, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective
FRUs:
1. Check Drive whether is OK.
2. Check Test Fixture is ok.
3. Swap M/B to Try.
Chapter 4 149

Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a
hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement
should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following:
1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.
3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.
Undetermined Problems
The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect,
whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative.
Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU).
NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer.
NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See Power On
Issue on page 138.):
1. Power-off 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
Battery pack
Hard disk drive
DIMM
CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
PC Cards
4. Power-on the computer.
5. Determine if the problem has changed.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:
System board
LCD assembly
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Post Codes
These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST.
Post Code Range
Phase POST Code Range

SEC 0x01 - 0x0F
PEI 0x70 - 0x9F
DXE 0x40 - 0x6F
BDS 0x10 - 0x3F
SMM 0xA0 - 0xBF
S3 0xC0 - 0xCF
ASL 0x51 0x55
0xE1 0xE4
PostBDS 0xF9 0xFE
Reserved 0xD8 0xE0
0xE5 0xE8
SEC Phase POST Code Table

Functionality Name (Include\ Post
Phase Description
PostCode.h) Code
SEC_SYSTEM_POWER_ON SEC 1 CPU power on and switch to
Protected mode
SEC_BEFORE_MICROCODE_PATCH SEC 2 Patching CPU microcode
SEC_AFTER_MICROCODE_PATCH SEC 3 Setup Cache as RAM
SEC_SETUP_CAR_OK SEC 7 Cache as RAM test
SEC_GO_TO_SECSTARTUP SEC 9 Setup BIOS ROM cache
SEC_GO_TO_PEICORE SEC 0A Enter Boot Firmware Volume
PEI Phase POST Code Table:

Phase Description
PostCode.h) Code
PEI_SIO_INIT PEI 70 Super I/O Initialization
PEI_CPU_REG_INIT PEI 71 CPU Early Initialization
PEI_CPU_AP_INIT PEI 72 Multi-processor Early Initial
PEI_CPU_HT_RESET PEI 73 HyperTransport Initialization
PEI_PCIE_MMIO_INIT PEI 74 PCIE MMIO BAR Initialization
PEI_NB_REG_INIT PEI 75 North Bridge Early Initialization
PEI_SB_REG_INIT PEI 76 South Bridge Early Initialization
PEI_PCIE_TRAINING PEI 77 PCIE Training
PEI_TPM_INIT PEI 78 TPM Initialization
PEI_SMBUS_INIT PEI 79 SMBUS Early Initialization
PEI_PROGRAM_CLOCK_GEN PEI 7A Clock Generator Initialization
PEI_MEMORY_INIT PEI 7E Memory Initial for Normal boot.
PEI_MEMORY_INIT_FOR_CRISIS PEI 7F Memory Initial for Crisis Recovery
PEI_MEMORY_INSTALL PEI 80 Simple Memory test
PEI_SWITCH_STACK PEI 82 Start to use Memory
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Phase Description
PostCode.h) Code
PEI_MEMORY_CALLBACK PEI 83 Set cache for physical memory
PEI_ENTER_RECOVERY_MODE PEI 84 Recovery device Initialization
PEI_RECOVERY_MEDIA_FOUND PEI 85 Found Recovery image
PEI_RECOVERY_MEDIA_NOT_FOUND PEI 86 Recovery image not found
PEI_RECOVERY_LOAD_FILE_DONE PEI 87 Load Recovery Image completed
PEI_RECOVERY_START_FLASH PEI 88 Start Flash BIOS with Recovery
image
PEI_ENTER_DXEIPL PEI 89 Loading BIOS image to RAM
PEI_FINDING_DXE_CORE PEI 8A Loading DXE core
PEI_GO_TO_DXE_CORE PEI 8B Enter DXE core
DXE Phase POST Code Table:
Functionality Name (Include\

Phase PostCode Description
PostCode.h)
DXE_NB_INIT DXE 45 North bridge Middle initialization
DXE_SB_INIT DXE 48 South Bridge Middle initialization
DXE_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE DXE 49 Identify Flash device
DXE_FTW_INIT DXE 4A Fault Tolerant Write verification
DXE_VARIABLE_INIT DXE 4B Variable Service initialization
DXE_VARIABLE_INIT_FAIL DXE 4C Fail to initial Variable Service
DXE_MTC_INIT DXE 4D MTC Initial
DXE_CPU_INIT DXE 4E CPU Middle Initialization
DXE_MP_CPU_INIT DXE 4F Multi-processor
MiddleInitialization
DXE_SMBUS_INIT DXE 50 SMBUS Driver Initialization
DXE_SMART_TIMER_INIT DXE 51 8259 Initialization
DXE_PCRTC_INIT DXE 52 RTC Initialization
DXE_RELOCATE_SMBASE DXE 56 Relocate SMM BASE
DXE_FIRST_SMI DXE 57 SMI test
DXE_BEFORE_CSM16_INIT DXE 59 Legacy BIOS Initialization
DXE_AFTER_CSM16_INIT DXE 5A Legacy interrupt function
Initialization
DXE_LOAD_ACPI_TABLE DXE 5B ACPI Table Initialization
BDS Phase POST Code Table:

Phase Description
PostCode.h) Code
BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS 10 Enter BDS entry
BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS 11 Install Hotkey service
BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS 13 PCI enumeration
BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS 14 PCI resource assign complete
BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS 15 PCI enumeration complete
BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS 16 Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and
Mouse initialization
BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS 17 Video device initialization
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Phase Description
PostCode.h) Code
BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR BDS 18 Error report device initialization
BDS_CONNECT_USB_HC BDS 19 USB host controller initialization
BDS_CONNECT_USB_BUS BDS 1A USB BUS driver initialization
BDS_CONNECT_USB_DEVICE BDS 1B USB device driver initialization
BDS_NO_CONSOLE_ACTION BDS 1C Console device initial fail
BDS_DISPLAY_LOGO_SYSTEM_INFO BDS 1D Display logo or system information
BDS_START_IDE_CONTROLLER BDS 1E IDE controller initialization
BDS_START_SATA_CONTROLLER BDS 1F SATA controller initialization
BDS_START_ISA_ACPI_CONTROLLER BDS 20 SIO controller initialization
BDS_START_ISA_BUS BDS 21 ISA BUS driver initialization
BDS_START_ISA_FDD BDS 22 Floppy device initialization
BDS_START_ISA_SEIRAL BDS 23 Serial device initialization
BDS_START_IDE_BUS BDS 24 IDE device initialization
BDS_START_AHCI_BUS BDS 25 AHCI device initialization
BDS_CONNECT_LEGACY_ROM BDS 26 Dispatch option ROMs
BDS_ENUMERATE_ALL_BOOT_OPTION BDS 27 Get boot device information
BDS_END_OF_BOOT_SELECTION BDS 28 End of boot selection
BDS_ENTER_SETUP BDS 29 Enter Setup Menu
BDS_ENTER_BOOT_MANAGER BDS 2A Enter Boot manager
BDS_BOOT_DEVICE_SELECT BDS 2B Try to boot system to OS
BDS_EFI64_SHADOW_ALL_LEGACY_RO BDS 2C Shadow Misc Option ROM
M
BDS_ACPI_S3SAVE BDS 2D Save S3 resume required data in
RAM
BDS_READY_TO_BOOT_EVENT BDS 2E Last Chipset initial before boot to
OS
BDS_GO_LEGACY_BOOT BDS 2F Start to boot Legacy OS
BDS_GO_UEFI_BOOT BDS 30 Start to boot UEFI OS
BDS_LEGACY16_PREPARE_TO_BOOT BDS 31 Prepare to Boot to Legacy OS
BDS_LEGACY_BOOT_EVENT BDS 33 Last Chipset initial before boot to
Legacy OS.
BDS_ENTER_LEGACY_16_BOOT BDS 34 Ready to Boot Legacy OS.
BDS_RECOVERY_START_FLASH BDS 35 Fast Recovery Start Flash.
PostBDS POST Code Table
Post
Functionality Name (Include\
Phase Cod Description
PostCode.h)
e
POST_BDS_NO_BOOT_DEVICE POST_BD F9 No Boot Device
S
POST_BDS_START_IMAGE POST_BD FB UEFI Boot Start Image
S
POST_BDS_ENTER_INT19 POST_BD FD Legacy 16 boot entry
S
POST_BDS_JUMP_BOOT_SECTOR POST_BD FE Try to Boot with INT 19
S
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S3 Functions POST Code Table
Post
Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) Phase Description
Code
POST_BDS_NO_BOOT_DEVICE POST_BDS F9 No Boot Device
POST_BDS_START_IMAGE POST_BDS FB UEFI Boot Start Image
POST_BDS_ENTER_INT19 POST_BDS FD Legacy 16 boot entry
POST_BDS_JUMP_BOOT_SECTOR POST_BDS FE Try to Boot with INT 19
ACPI Functions POST Code Table
Post
Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) Phase Description
Code
ASL_ENTER_S1 ASL 51 Prepare to enter S1
ASL_WAKEUP_S1 ASL E1 System wakeup from S1
SMM Functions POST Code Table

Phase Description
PostCode.h) Code
SMM_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE SMM 0xA0 Identify Flash device in SMM
SMM_SMM_PLATFORM_INIT SMM 0xA2 SMM service initial
SMM_ACPI_ENABLE_START SMM 0xA6 OS call ACPI enable function
SMM_ACPI_ENABLE_END SMM 0xA7 ACPI enable function complete
SMM_S1_SLEEP_CALLBACK SMM 0xA1 Enter S1
SMM_ACPI_DISABLE_START SMM 0xA8 OS call ACPI disable function
SMM_ACPI_DISABLE_END SMM 0xA9 ACPI disable function complete
InsydeH2ODDT Debugger POST Code Table
Functionality Name
PostCode Description
(Include\ PostCode.h)
Used by Insyde debugger 0x0D Waiting for device connect
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD0 Waiting for device connect
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD1 InsydeH2ODDT Ready
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD2 EHCI not found
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD3 Debug port connect low speed device
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD4 DDT Cable become low speed device
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD5 DDT Cable Transmission Error (Get descriptor fail)
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD6 DDT Cable Transmission Error (Set Debug mode fail)
Used by Insyde debugger 0xD7 DDT Cable Transmission Error (Set address fail)
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Chapter 5
Jumper and Connector Locations

Top View
Item Description Item Description

JLVDS1 Connect to LED / CCFL Panel SW1 / Left button / Right button
SW2
JSPK1 Connect to Right Speaker LED1 / Power State Indicator
LED2
JSPK2 Connect to Left Speaker LED3 / Battery Charging Indicator
LED4
JKB1 Connect to Keyboard JLED1 Connect to Power board
(FFC)(NEW95)
JTP1 Connect to Touch pad (FFC) JLED2 Connect to Power board
(FFC)(NEW75/NEW85)
JUSB2 Connect to Power USB board JP1 Connect to internal MIC
(FFC)
JCR1 Connect to Card reader board
(FFC)
Chapter 5 155
Bottom View
Item Description Item Description

PJP2 Connect to Battery JHDD1 Connect to SATA HDD
PJP1 DC-IN jack JODD1 Connect to SATA ODD
JDIMM1 / DDR3 Memory socket JFAN1 Connect to FAN
JDIMM2
JCRT1 Connect to external CRT JCPU1 CPU socket S1G4
JRJ45 RJ45 LAN U3 NB RS880M
JHDMI1 HDMI connector U5 VGA
JMINI1 Connect to WLAN U20 SB SB820M
JUSB1 USB Connector JHP1 Connect to external SPDIF
JMIC1 Connect to external microphone JBT1 Connect to BT
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USB/B Board
Item Description
JUSB1/JUSB2 USB Connector
Power Board
ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION

LED1 For NEW75 ON/OFF LED LED9 Not Use
LED2 For NEW85 ON/OFF LED LED10 For NEW75 WLAN LED
LED3 For NEW95 ON/OFF LED LED11 Not Use
LED4 For NEW75 MEDIA LED LED12 For NEW95 WLAN LED
LED5 For NEW85 MEDIA LED SW1 For NEW75 Power BTN
LED6 For NEW95 MEDIA LED SW2 For NEW85 Power BTN
LED7 For NEW75 WWAN LED SW3 For NEW95 Power BTN
Chapter 5 157

ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION
LED8 For NEW85 WLAN LED
CR/B Board
ITEM DESCRIPTION
JREAD1 Card reader connector
158 Chapter 5

Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
This section provides you with the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for
the Aspire 5251/5551G/5551. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing
password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
Clearing Password Check
Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check

If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, BIOS will ask
the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is
necessary to bypass the password check, users need to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the
following steps:
1. Power Off the system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery from the machine.
2. Disconnect the RTC Battery cable and locate the J1 jumper.
3. Use an electric conductivity tool to short the two points of the HW Gap.
4. Plug in AC, keeping the HW Gap shorted. Press Power Button utill BIOS POST is finished, then remove
the tool from the HW Gap.
5. Restart the system. Press F2 key to enter BIOS Setup menu.
6. If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is cleared. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try
again.
NOTE: These steps are only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password).
Clear CMOS Jumper
Item Description
J1 Clear CMOS Jumper
Chapter 5 159

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 to a successful one once the previous
BIOS flashing process failed.
BIOS Recovery Hotkey:

The system provides a function hotkey: Fn+Esc, for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is powered
on during BIOS POST. To use this function, it is strongly recommended to have the AC adapter and Battery
present. If this function is enabled, the system will force the BIOS to enter a special BIOS block, called Boot
Block.
Steps for BIOS Recovery from USB Storage:

Before doing this, prepare the Crisis USB key. The Crisis USB key could be made by executing the Crisis Disk
program in another system with Windows 7 OS.
Follow the steps below:
1. Format the USB storage disk using the Fast Format option.
2. Save ROM file (file name: NEW75x64.fd) to BIOS.FD in the root directory. Make sure that there is no
other BIOS file saved in the same directory.
3. Plug USB storage into USB port.
4. Press Fn + ESC button then plug in AC power.
5. Press Power button to initiate system CRISIS mode.
When CRISIS is complete, the system auto restarts with a workable BIOS.
6. Update the latest version BIOS for this machine by regular BIOS flashing process.
160 Chapter 5

Chapter 6
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 5251/5551G/5551. Refer
to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization).
Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your
regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service
Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code from
those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer
office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or regulations on how to
dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it.
Chapter 6 161

Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 Exploded Diagrams
Main Assembly
No. Description Acer P/N

1 Keyboard
2 Upper Cover
3 Mainboard
4 USB Board
5 Card Reader Board
6 Thermal Module
7 Lower Cover
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Base Assembly
2
1

1 Logic Lower Door
2 3G Door
3 Lower Cover
Chapter 6 163

LED Assembly
1 6

1 LCD Bracket (L)
2 LVDS Cable
3 ANTENNA WLAN-
MAIN
4 Microphone Cable
5 LCD Bezel
6 LCD Bracket (R)
7 LCD Panel
8 ANTENNA WLAN-
AUX
9 LCD Cover
164 Chapter 6

Aspire 5251/5551G/5551 FRU List
Chapter 6 165

Screw List
166 Chapter 6

Chapter 6 167

Appendix A
Model Definition and Configuration
Aspire 5251
Model Acer Part No RO Country Description
AS5251- LX.PWJ02.005 PA USA AS5251-1202G25Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC
1202G25Mn UMACkk_3 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_FRB5
1202G16Mn UMACkk_3 2*1G/160/6L2.2/5R/
1203G16Mn UMACkk_3 2G+1G/160/6L2.2/5R/
1203G25Mn UMACkk_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
1202G25Mn UMACkk_3 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
AS5251- S2.PWJ02.001 WW WW AS5251-1202G25Mn W7HP64AWW1 MC
1202G25Mn UMACkk_3 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ES62
AS5251- LX.PUX02.001 PA USA AS5251-1202G25Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC
1202G25Mn UMACsk_3 2*1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_FRB3
AS5251- S2.PUX0C.001 WW WW AS5251-N122G32Mn LINPUSAWW1
N122G32M UMACsk_3 2*1G/320/6L2.2/5R/
n CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_EN11
VGA
Model Acer Part No CPU LCD VRAM 1 Memory 1
Chip
AS5251- LX.PWJ02.005 AMDV120 NLED15.6WX UMA N SO1GBIII10
1202G25Mn GAG
1202G16Mn GAG
1203G16Mn GAG
1203G25Mn GAG
1202G25Mn GAG
AS5251- S2.PWJ02.001 AMDV120 NLED15.6WX UMA N SO1GBIII10
1202G25Mn GAG
AS5251- LX.PUX02.001 AMDV120 NLED15.6WX UMA N SO1GBIII10
1202G25Mn GAG
Appendix A 168
VGA
Model Acer Part No CPU LCD VRAM 1 Memory 1
Chip
AS5251- S2.PUX0C.001 SMPN120 NLED15.6WX UMA N SO1GBIII10
N122G32Mn GAG
Model Acer Part No Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 HDD 1(GB) HDD 2(GB)
AS5251- LX.PWJ02.005 SO1GBIII10 N N N250GB5.4K N
1202G25Mn S
1202G16Mn S
1203G16Mn S
1203G25Mn S
1202G25Mn S
AS5251- S2.PWJ02.001 SO1GBIII10 N N N250GB5.4K N
1202G25Mn S
AS5251- LX.PUX02.001 SO1GBIII10 N N N250GB5.4K N
1202G25Mn S
AS5251- S2.PUX0C.00 SO1GBIII10 N N N320GB5.4K N
N122G32M 1 S
n
Media Wireless
Model Acer Part No ODD Extra SW1 Card Reader
Processor LAN1
AS5251- LX.PWJ02.005 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2
1202G25Mn BGN
1202G16Mn BGN
1203G16Mn BGN
1203G25Mn BGN
1202G25Mn BGN
AS5251- S2.PWJ02.001 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2
1202G25Mn BGN
AS5251- LX.PUX02.001 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2
1202G25Mn BGN
AS5251- S2.PUX0C.001 NSM8XS N N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi 2x2
N122G32Mn BGN
169 Appendix A

Aspire 5551G
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.02 EMEA Denmark AS5551G-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATDK2 MC
N834G50Mn 1 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ENS1
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.02 EMEA Turkey AS5551G-N834G50Mn EM W7HP64EMATTR1
N834G50Mn 0 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_TR31
AS5551G- LX.PUU01.00 EMEA Turkey AS5551G-N834G50Mn EM W7HB64EMATTR1
N834G50Mn 4 MC MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
BT/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_TR31
AS5551G- LX.PUU01.00 CHINA China AS5551G-N832G32Mn W7HB64SCATCN1 MC
N832G32Mn 3 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 1*2G/320/BT/
6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_SC13
AS5551G- LX.PUU01.00 EMEA Russia AS5551G-N834G32Mi W7HB64RUATRU1 MC
N834G32Mi 1 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/
5R/CB_bg_1.3C_GEs_RU11
AS5551G- LX.PUU01.00 CHINA China AS5551G-N832G50Mn W7HB64SCATCN1 MC
N832G50Mn 2 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 1*2G/500_L/BT/
6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_SC13
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.01 EMEA Italy AS5551G-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
N834G50Mn 9 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_IT11
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.01 EMEA Italy AS5551G-P524G64Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
P524G64Mn 8 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/640/6L2.2/
5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_IT11
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.01 EMEA Italy AS5551G-P324G32Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
P324G32Mn 7 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/
5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_IT11
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.01 AAP Australia/ AS5551G-P324G50Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC
P324G50Mn 6 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/BT/
Zealand 6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ES61
P324G32Mn 5 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/320/BT/
P324G50Mn 2 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
P324G32Mn 0 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/
Zealand 5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ES61
P524G64Mn 9 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/640/BT/
P524G50Mn 8 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/BT/
P524G64Mn 7 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/640/6L2.2/
P524G50Mn 6 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
Appendix A 170

AS5551G- LX.PUU02.00 AAP Australia/ AS5551G-N534G50Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC
N534G50Mn 5 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/BT/
N534G50Mn 4 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
N534G32Mn 3 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/
N334G32Mn 2 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/
N334G50Mn 1 New MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/
AS5551G- S2.PUU02.00 WW WW AS5551G-N534G64Bn W7HP64AWW1 MC
N534G64Bn 1 MADISON_PRO1GBCsk_3V3 2*2G/640/BT/
6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ES62
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 EMEA Germany AS5551G-N834G64Mn W7HP64ATDE1 MC
N834G64Mn 0 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/640/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_DE11
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 TWN GCTWN AS5551G-P522G25Mn W7HP64ATTW1 MC
P522G25Mn 6 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 1*2G/250/BT/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_TC11
AS5551G- LX.PUS01.00 EMEA Turkey AS5551G-N833G32Mn EM W7HB64EMATTR1
N833G32Mn 4 MC PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/
5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_TR31
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 EMEA Turkey AS5551G-N833G32Mn EM W7HP64EMATTR1
N833G32Mn 5 MC PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/
5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_TR31
AS5551G- LX.PUS01.00 EMEA Russia AS5551G-P524G32Mi W7HB64RUATRU1 MC
P524G32Mi 3 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bg_1.3C_GEs_RU11
AS5551G- LX.PUS01.00 EMEA Russia AS5551G-P323G25Mi W7HB64RUATRU1 MC
P323G25Mi 2 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bg_1.3C_GEs_RU11
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 EMEA Denmark AS5551G-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATDK2 MC
N834G50Mn 4 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ENS1
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 EMEA Germany AS5551G-P524G50Mn W7HP64ATDE1 MC
P524G50Mn 3 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_DE11
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 EMEA Italy AS5551G-N834G32Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
N834G32Mn 2 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_IT11
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.01 EMEA Italy AS5551G-P524G50Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
AS5551G- LX.PUS01.00 EMEA Russia AS5551G-N833G25Mi W7HB64RUATRU1 MC
N833G25Mi 1 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bg_1.3C_GEs_RU11
171 Appendix A

AS5551G- LX.PUS02.00 EMEA Spain AS5551G-P324G50Mn W7HP64ATES1 MC
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ES51
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.00 EMEA Spain AS5551G-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATES1 MC
AS5551G- S2.PUS0C.00 WW WW AS5551G-N534G32Mn LINPUSAWW1
N534G32Mn 1 PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_EN11
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.00 EMEA Italy AS5551G-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.00 EMEA UK AS5551G-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.00 AAP Australia/ AS5551G-P322G32Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC
P322G32Mn 5 New PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 1*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/
Zealand CB_bgn_1.3C_GEs_ES61
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.00 AAP Australia/ AS5551G-N534G32Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC
N534G32Mn 4 New PARK_XT512Csk_3V3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/
Model Acer Part No CPU LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1

AS5551G- LX.PUU02.021 APN830 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
N834G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N834G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N834G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N832G32Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N834G32Mi WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N832G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N834G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.018 ATP520 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
P524G64Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.017 AAP320 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
P324G32Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
Appendix A 172

P324G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P324G32Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P324G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P324G32Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P524G64Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P524G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P524G64Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
P524G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.005 ATN530 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
N534G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N534G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
N534G32Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.002 AAN330 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
N334G32Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.001 AAN330 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
N334G50Mn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- S2.PUU02.001 ATN530 NLED15.6 MADISON_PR 1G-DDR3 SO2GBIII10
N534G64Bn WXGAG O (64*16*8)
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.010 APN830 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
N834G64Mn WXGAG DDR3
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.016 ATP520 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
P522G25Mn WXGAG DDR3
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
P524G32Mi WXGAG DDR3
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- LX.PUS01.002 AAP320 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
P323G25Mi WXGAG DDR3
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
173 Appendix A

(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
N833G25Mi WXGAG DDR3
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- S2.PUS0C.00 ATN530 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
N534G32Mn 1 WXGAG DDR3
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.004 ATN530 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.003 ATN530 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.002 AAN330 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
(64*16*4)
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.001 AAN330 NLED15.6 PARK_XT 512M- SO2GBIII10
(64*16*4)
HDD
Model Acer Part No Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 HDD 1(GB)
2(GB)
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.021 SO2GBIII10 N N N500GB5.4 N
N834G50Mn KS
N834G50Mn KS
N834G50Mn KS
Appendix A 174

HDD
2(GB)
AS5551G- LX.PUU01.003 N N N N320GB5.4 N
N832G32Mn KS
N834G32Mi KS
AS5551G- LX.PUU01.002 N N N N500GB5.4 N
N832G50Mn KS
N834G50Mn KS
P524G64Mn KS
P324G32Mn KS
P324G50Mn KS
P324G32Mn KS
P324G50Mn KS
P324G32Mn KS
P524G64Mn KS
P524G50Mn KS
P524G64Mn KS
P524G50Mn KS
N534G50Mn KS
N534G50Mn KS
N534G32Mn KS
N334G32Mn KS
N334G50Mn KS
AS5551G- S2.PUU02.001 SO2GBIII10 N N N640GB5.4 N
N534G64Bn KS
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.010 SO2GBIII10 N N N640GB5.4 N
N834G64Mn KS
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.016 N N N N250GB5.4 N
P522G25Mn KS
N833G32Mn KS
N833G32Mn KS
175 Appendix A

HDD
2(GB)
P524G32Mi KS
P323G25Mi KS
N834G50Mn KS
P524G50Mn KS
N834G32Mn KS
P524G50Mn KS
N833G25Mi KS
P324G50Mn KS
N834G50Mn KS
AS5551G- S2.PUS0C.00 SO2GBIII10 N N N320GB5.4 N
N534G32Mn 1 KS
N834G50Mn KS
N834G50Mn KS
P322G32Mn KS
N534G32Mn KS
N532G32Mn KS
N334G32Mn KS
N332G32Mn KS
Media Wireless
Processor LAN1
AS5551G- LX.PUU02.021 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N832G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G32Mi BG
Appendix A 176

Media Wireless
Processor LAN1
N832G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G64Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G64Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G64Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N534G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N534G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N534G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N334G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N334G50Mn 2x2 BGN
AS5551G- S2.PUU02.001 NBDCB4 N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
N534G64Bn XS 2x2 BGN
AS5551G- LX.PUS02.010 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
N834G64Mn 2x2 BGN
P522G25Mn 2x2 BGN
N833G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N833G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G32Mi BG
P323G25Mi BG
177 Appendix A

Media Wireless
Processor LAN1
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N833G25Mi BG
P324G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
AS5551G- S2.PUS0C.001 NSM8XS N N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
N534G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P322G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N534G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N532G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N334G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N332G32Mn 2x2 BGN
Appendix A 178

Aspire 5551
AS5551- LX.PWK02.011 PA Canada AS5551-P324G50Mn W7HP64ATCA2 MC
P324G50Mn UMACkk_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_FR81
AS5551- LX.PWK02.010 PA Chile AS5551-P323G32Mn EM
P323G32Mn W7HP64EMATCL3 MC UMACkk_3 2G+1G/
320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ES51
AS5551- LX.PWK02.009 PA ACLA-Spanish AS5551-P323G32Mn EM
P323G32Mn W7HP64EMATEA4 MC UMACkk_3 2G+1G/
320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_EN31
320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ES51
320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ES51
AS5551- LX.PWK02.006 PA ACLA- AS5551-P323G32Mn EM
P323G32Mn Portuguese W7HP64EMATXC3 MC UMACkk_3 2G+1G/
320/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_EN61
AS5551- LX.PWK02.005 EME Italy AS5551-P324G32Mn W7HP64ATIT1 MC
P324G32Mn A UMACkk_3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bgn_1.3C_GEk_IT11
AS5551- LX.PWK02.004 PA USA AS5551-P524G50Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC
P524G50Mn UMACkk_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
P323G32Mn UMACkk_3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PWK02.001 EME Spain AS5551-P324G64Mn W7HP64ATES1 MC
P324G64Mn A UMACkk_3 2*2G/640/6L2.2/5R/
P323G32Mn UMACkk_3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- S2.PWK02.001 WW WW AS5551-P324G50Mn W7HP64AWW1 MC
P324G50Mn UMACkk_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PWP01.002 PA ACLA- AS5551-P52_BR3G25M_brn EM
P52_BR3G2 Portuguese W7HB64EMATXC2 MC UMACkk_3_BR
5M_brn 2G+1G/250_BR/6L2.2_BR/5R/
CBBR_bgn_1.3C_GEk_XC21
AS5551- LX.PWP01.001 PA ACLA- AS5551-1_BR3G25M_brn EM
1_BR3G25M Portuguese W7HB64EMATXC2 MC UMACkk_3_BR
_brn 2G+1G/250_BR/6L2.2_BR/5R/
CBBR_bgn_1.3C_GEk_XC21
AS5551- S2.PWP02.001 WW WW AS5551-1_BR2G25M_brn W7HP64AWW1
1_BR2G25M MC UMACkk_3_BR 1*2G/250_BR/
_brn 6L2.2_BR/5R/CBBR_bgn_1.3C_GEk_ES62
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.022 TWN GCTWN AS5551-P522G25Mn W7HP64ATTW1 MC
P522G25Mn UMACsk_3 1*2G/250/BT/6L2.2/5R/
179 Appendix A

AS5551- LX.PTQ02.021 TWN GCTWN AS5551-N832G32Mn W7HP64ATTW1 MC
N832G32Mn UMACsk_3 1*2G/320/BT/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PTQ01.001 EME Russia AS5551-P323G25Mi W7HB64RUATRU1
P323G25Mi A MC UMACsk_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
CB_bg_1.3C_GEs_RU11
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.002 EME Middle East AS5551-P321G16Mn LINPUSAME6
P321G16Mn A UMACsk_3 1*1G/160/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.001 EME Middle East AS5551-P321G16Mn LINPUSAME6
P321G16Mn A UMACsk_3 1*1G/160/BT/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.020 EME UK AS5551-N834G50Mn W7HP64ATGB1 MC
N834G50Mn A UMACsk_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.019 PA USA AS5551-P323G32Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC
P323G32Mn UMACsk_3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/
P524G50Mn UMACsk_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
P323G32Mn UMACsk_3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- S2.PTQ0C.001 WW WW AS5551-N332G16Mn LINPUSAWW1
N332G16Mn UMACsk_3 2*1G/160/BT/6L2.2/5R/
N833G25Mn A UMACsk_3 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/
N834G32Mn A UMACsk_3 2*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/
N833G32Mn A UMACsk_3 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.013 AAP Australia/New AS5551-P324G25Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC
P324G25Mn Zealand UMACsk_3 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/
P324G50Mn Zealand UMACsk_3 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/
Appendix A 180

AS5551- LX.PTQ02.004 AAP Australia/New AS5551-N532G32Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC
N532G32Mn Zealand UMACsk_3 1*2G/320/6L2.2/5R/

AS5551- LX.PWK02.011 AAP320 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
P324G50Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
P324G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PWK02.004 ATP520 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
P524G50Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
P324G64Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- S2.PWK02.001 AAP320 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
P324G50Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PWP01.002 ATP520_B NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII13_B
P52_BR3G25 R WXGAG_ R
M_brn BR
AS5551- LX.PWP01.001 AAP320_B NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII13_B
1_BR3G25M_ R WXGAG_ R
brn BR
AS5551- S2.PWP02.001 AAP320_B NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII13_B
1_BR2G25M_ R WXGAG_ R
brn BR
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.022 ATP520 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
P522G25Mn WXGAG
181 Appendix A

AS5551- LX.PTQ02.021 APN830 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
N832G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ01.001 AAP320 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
P323G25Mi WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.002 AAP320 NLED15.6 UMA N SO1GBIII10
P321G16Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.001 AAP320 NLED15.6 UMA N SO1GBIII10
P321G16Mn WXGAG
N834G50Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.018 ATP520 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
P524G50Mn WXGAG
P323G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- S2.PTQ0C.001 AAN330 NLED15.6 UMA N SO1GBIII10
N332G16Mn WXGAG
N833G25Mn WXGAG
N834G32Mn WXGAG
N833G32Mn WXGAG
P324G25Mn WXGAG
P322G32Mn WXGAG
P322G25Mn WXGAG
P324G50Mn WXGAG
P324G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.004 ATN530 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
N532G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.003 ATN530 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
N534G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.002 AAN330 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
N334G32Mn WXGAG
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.001 AAN330 NLED15.6 UMA N SO2GBIII10
N332G32Mn WXGAG
HDD
2(GB)
AS5551- LX.PWK02.011 SO2GBIII10 N N N500GB5.4 N
P324G50Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
Appendix A 182

HDD
2(GB)
P323G32Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
P324G32Mn KS
P524G50Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
P324G64Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
AS5551- S2.PWK02.001 SO2GBIII10 N N N500GB5.4 N
P324G50Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PWP01.002 SO1GBIII13 N N N250GB5.4 N
P52_BR3G25 _BR KS_BR
M_brn
AS5551- LX.PWP01.001 SO1GBIII13 N N N250GB5.4 N
1_BR3G25M _BR KS_BR
_brn
AS5551- S2.PWP02.001 N N N N250GB5.4 N
1_BR2G25M KS_BR
_brn
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.022 N N N N250GB5.4 N
P522G25Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.021 N N N N320GB5.4 N
N832G32Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ01.001 SO1GBIII10 N N N250GB5.4 N
P323G25Mi KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.002 N N N N160GB5.4 N
P321G16Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.001 N N N N160GB5.4 N
P321G16Mn KS
N834G50Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
P524G50Mn KS
P323G32Mn KS
AS5551- S2.PTQ0C.001 SO1GBIII10 N N N160GB5.4 N
N332G16Mn KS
183 Appendix A

HDD
2(GB)
N833G25Mn KS
N834G32Mn KS
N833G32Mn KS
P324G25Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.012 N N N N320GB5.4 N
P322G32Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.009 N N N N250GB5.4 N
P322G25Mn KS
P324G50Mn KS
P324G32Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.004 N N N N320GB5.4 N
N532G32Mn KS
N534G32Mn KS
N334G32Mn KS
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.001 N N N N320GB5.4 N
N332G32Mn KS
Media Wireless
Processor LAN1
AS5551- LX.PWK02.011 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
P324G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G64Mn 2x2 BGN
Appendix A 184

Media Wireless
Processor LAN1
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
AS5551- S2.PWK02.001 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
P324G50Mn 2x2 BGN
AS5551- LX.PWP01.002 NSM8XS_ N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
P52_BR3G2 BR 2x2 BGN
5M_brn
AS5551- LX.PWP01.001 NSM8XS_ N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
1_BR3G25M BR 2x2 BGN
_brn
AS5551- S2.PWP02.001 NSM8XS_ N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
1_BR2G25M BR 2x2 BGN
_brn
AS5551- LX.PTQ02.022 NSM8XS N McAfee 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
P522G25Mn 2x2 BGN
N832G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G25Mi BG
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.002 NSM8XS N N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
P321G16Mn 2x2 BGN
AS5551- LX.PTQ0C.001 NSM8XS N N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
P321G16Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P524G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P323G32Mn 2x2 BGN
AS5551- S2.PTQ0C.001 NSM8XS N N 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi
N332G16Mn 2x2 BGN
N833G25Mn 2x2 BGN
N834G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N833G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G25Mn 2x2 BGN
P322G32Mn 2x2 BGN
P322G25Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G50Mn 2x2 BGN
P324G32Mn 2x2 BGN
185 Appendix A

Media Wireless
Processor LAN1
N532G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N534G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N334G32Mn 2x2 BGN
N332G32Mn 2x2 BGN
Appendix A 186

Appendix B
Test Compatible Components

This computers compatibility is tested and verified by Acers 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.
Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Aspire 5251/5551G/5551
Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
Appendix B 187
Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test
Vendor Type Description
Adapter
10001081 DELTA 65W Adapter DELTA 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP-65JH
DB A, LV5 LED LF
10001023 LITE-ON 65W Adapter LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA-1650-
22AC LV5 LED LF
60002015 HIPRO 65W Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow HP-
A0652R3B 1LF, LV5 LED LF
10001081 DELTA 65W_BR Adapter DELTA 65W_BR 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow ADP-
65JH DB A, LV5 LED LF (Brazil)
10001023 LITE-ON 65W_BR Adapter LITE-ON 65W_BR 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA-
1650-22AC LV5 LED LF (Brazil)
10001023 LITE-ON 65W_BR Adapter LITE-ON 65W_BR 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Yellow PA-
1650-22AB, LV5 LED LF (Brazil, by Palladium)
10001081 DELTA 90W Adapter DELTA 90W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Blue ADP-90CD
DB A, LV5 LED LF
10001023 LITE-ON 90W Adapter LITE-ON 90W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Blue PA-1900-
34AR, LV5 LED LF
60002015 HIPRO 90W Adapter HIPRO 90W 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Blue HP-A0904A3
B1LF, LV5 LED LF
Battery
60001921 SANYO 6CELL2.2 Battery SANYO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell
4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D31
10001063 SONY 6CELL2.2 Battery SONY AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cell
60001535 6CELL2.2 Battery PANASONIC AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P PANASONIC
PANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D51
60013145 6CELL2.2 Battery SAMSUNG AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6
SAMSUNG SDI cell 4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D61
60002162 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2 Battery SIMPLO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P PANASONIC 6 cell
60002162 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2 Battery SIMPLO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P LGC 6 cell
60002162 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2 Battery SIMPLO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell
4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D
60001921 SANYO 6CELL2.2_BR Battery SANYO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell
4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D31, for Brazil
10001063 SONY 6CELL2.2_BR Battery SONY AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cell
60001535 6CELL2.2_BR Battery PANASONIC AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P PANASONIC
PANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D51, for Brazil
60013145 6CELL2.2_BR Battery SAMSUNG AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6
SAMSUNG SDI cell 4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D61, for Brazil
60002162 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2_BR Battery SIMPLO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P PANASONIC 6 cell
60002162 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2_BR Battery SIMPLO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P LGC 6 cell
60002162 SIMPLO 6CELL2.2_BR Battery SIMPLO AS10D Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell
4400mAh Main COMMON ID:AS10D, for Brazil
188 Appendix B

CPU
22554573 AMD AAN330 CPU AMD AthlonII N330 2.3G 1M 35W Dual-Core
22554573 AMD AAP320 CPU AMD AthlonII P320 2.1G 1M 25W Dual-Core
60002168 AMDISS AAP320_BR CPU AMD AthlonII P320 2.1G 1M 25W 2C (Brazil)
60002168 AMDISS AMDV120 CPU AMD - V120 2.2G 512K 25W VMV120SGR12GM
22554573 AMD APN830 CPU AMD PhenomII N830 2.1G 35W 1.5M L2, Triple-
Core
22554573 AMD APN930 CPU AMD PhenomII N930 2.0G 2M 35W Quad-Core
22554573 AMD ATN530 CPU AMD TurionII N530 2.5G 2M 35W Dual-Core
22554573 AMD ATP520 CPU AMD TurionII P520 2.3G 2M 25W Dual-Core
60002168 AMDISS ATP520_BR CPU AMD TurionII P520 2.3G 2M 25W 2C (Brazil)
HDD
60002036 N160GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB ST9160314AS
SEAGATE Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1
60002036 N160GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB
SEAGATE ST9160314AS,9HH13C-189, Seagate(new pcb) SATA
8MB LF F/W:0001SDM1
60001922 N160GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB MK1665GSX,
TOSHIBA DIGI Capricorn BS, 320G/P SATA 8MB LF F/W:GJ002J
60002005 HGST N160GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS545016B9A300
SG Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria =
0.014g-cm
60001994 WD N160GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-22A23T0
, WD, ML320S SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01
60002005 HGST N160GB5.4KS_BR HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS545016B9A300,
SG HGST, Panther B, 250G/P SATA 8MB LF F/W:C60F
60001994 WD N160GB5.4KS_BR HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-
22A23T0,ML320S SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01
60002215 N160GB5.4KS_BR HDD SAMSUNG 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB M5, HM160HI
SAMSUNG SATA LF F/W:HH100-08 (Brazil)
60002215 N160GB5.4KS_BR HDD SAMSUNG 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HM161GI, M7E,
SAMSUNG 320G/P SATA 8MB LF F/W:2AJ0002
60002036 N250GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB ST9250315AS,
SEAGATE 9HH132-189, Wyatt with new pcb SATA 8MB LF F/
W:0001SDM1
60001922 N250GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB MK2565GSX,
TOSHIBA DIGI Capricorn BS, 320G/P SATA 8MB LF F/W:GJ002J
0.014g-cm
60001994 WD N250GB5.4KS HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVT-
22A23T0, WD, ML320S SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01.
SG Panther B with better imbalance SATA 8MB LF F/
W:C60F
60001994 WD N250GB5.4KS_BR HDD WD 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVT-
22A23T0, ML320S, WD SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01
Appendix B 189

60002215 N250GB5.4KS_BR HDD SAMSUNG 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB M7, HM250HI
SAMSUNG SATA LF F/W:2AC101-C4 (Brazil)
60002215 N250GB5.4KS_BR HDD SAMSUNG 2.5" 5400rpm 250GB HM251HI, M7E,
60002036 N320GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB ST9320325AS,
SEAGATE 9HH13E-189, Wyatt with new pcb SATA 8MB LF F/
W:0001SDM1
60001922 N320GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB Capricorn BS
TOSHIBA DIGI ,MK3265GSX SATA 8MB LF F/W:GJ002J
0.014g-cm
22A23T0,ML320S,WD SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01
SG PantherB with better imbalance SATA 8MB LF F/
W:C60F
60002215 N320GB5.4KS_BR HDD SAMSUNG 2.5" 5400rpm 320GB HM321HI, M7E,
60002036 N500GB5.4KS HDD SEAGATE 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB
SEAGATE ST9500325AS,9HH134-189, Wyatt with new pcb SATA
8MB LF F/W:0001SDM1
60001922 N500GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 500GB
TOSHIBA DIGI MK5065GSX,Capricorn BS, 320G/P SATA 8MB LF F/
W:GJ002J
0.014g-cm
22A0RT0, ML320M,WD SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01
22A0RT0, ML320 SATA 8MB LF F/W:01.01A01
LCD
60003316 AUO N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01-V2
LF 220nit 8ms 500:1
60002215 N15.6WXGAG CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare
SAMSUNG LTN156AT01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1
60003316 AUO NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW02 V2 LF
200nit 8ms 500:1 (power saving)
60002215 NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare
SAMSUNG LTN156AT02-A04 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1
60003089 LG NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH2-TLE1
LF 220nit 8ms 400:1
60003089 LG NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH2-TLEA
LF 220nit 16ms 500:1 (color engine)
60001927 CPT NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD CPT 15.6"W WXGA Glare CLAA156WA11A
LF 220nit 8ms 600:1
190 Appendix B

10001038 CMO NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD CMO 15.6"W WXGA Glare N156B6-L0B LF
220nit 8ms 650:1
10001022 NLED15.6WXGAG LED LCD INNOLUX 15.6"W WXGA Glare BT156GW01
INNOLUX V2 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1
60003316 AUO NLED15.6WXGAG_B LED LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW02 V2 LF
R 200nit 8ms 500:1 (Brazil) (power saving)
60002215 NLED15.6WXGAG_B LED LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare
SAMSUNG R LTN156AT02-A04 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 (Brazil)
MEM
16081942 MICRON SO1GBIII10 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB
MT8JSF12864HZ-1G1F1 LF 128*8 0.065um
60004668 ELPIDA SO1GBIII10 Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB
EBJ10UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065um
60002215 SO1GBIII10 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB
SAMSUNG M471B2873EH1-CF8 LF 64*16 0.055um
60002045 HYNIX SO1GBIII10 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB
HMT112S6BFR6C-G7 N0 LF 64*16 0.055um
60024207 SO1GBIII13 Memory KINGSTON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1GB
KINGSTON ACR128X64D3S1333C9 LF 128*8 0.065um
EBJ10UE8BDS0-DJ-F LF 128*8 0.065um
SAMSUNG M471B2873FHS-CH9 LF 128*8 46nm
HMT112S6TFR8C-H9 LF 128*8 0.055um
60002215 SO1GBIII13_BR Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1GB
SAMSUNG M471B2873FHS-CH9 LF 128*8 46nm Brazil
60002045 HYNIX SO1GBIII13_BR Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1GB
HMT112S6TFR8C-H9 LF 128*8 0.055um Brazil
16081942 MICRON SO2GBIII10 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB
MT16JSF25664HZ-1G1F1 LF 128*8 0.065um
EBJ21UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065um
SAMSUNG M471B5673EH1-CF8 LF 128*8 0.055um
HMT125S6BFR8C-G7 N0 LF 128*8 0.055um
60001993 NANYA SO2GBIII13 Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB
NT2GC64B8HC0NS-CG LF 128*8 0.065um
60024207 SO2GBIII13 Memory KINGSTON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB
KINGSTON ACR256X64D3S1333C9 LF 128*8 0.065um
EBJ21UE8BDS0-DJ-F LF 128*8 0.065um
SAMSUNG M471B5673FH0-CH9 LF 128*8 46nm
60004668 ELPIDA SO2GBIII13_BR Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB
EBJ21UE8BDS0-DJ-F LF 128*8 0.065um (Brazil)
60002215 SO2GBIII13_BR Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB
SAMSUNG M471B5673FH0-CH9 LF 128*8 46nm (Brazil)
Appendix B 191

60002045 HYNIX SO2GBIII13_BR Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB
HMT125S6TFR8C-H9 LF 128*8 0.055um (Brazil)
60004668 ELPIDA SO4GBIII10 Memory NONE SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 4GB dummy P/N
LF
ODD
610105 HLDS NBDCB4XS ODD HLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X CT21N LF
W/O bezel 1.00 SATA (HF + Windows 7)
10001063 SONY NBDCB4XS ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BC-
5500H LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
10001070 PHILIPS NBDCB4XS ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X DS-4E1S
LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7)
60001922 NSM8XS ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X
TOSHIBA DIGI TS-L633C LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
60001535 NSM8XS ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL
PANASONIC 8X UJ890A LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
610105 HLDS NSM8XS ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X
GT30N LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
10001063 SONY NSM8XS ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X
AD-7585H LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
10001070 PHILIPS NSM8XS ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X DS-
8A4SH LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
60001922 NSM8XS_BR ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X
TOSHIBA DIGI TS-L633C LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7)
(Brazel)
610105 HLDS NSM8XS_BR ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X
GT30N LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) (Brazel)
VGA Chip
22554573 AMD MADISON_PRO AMD MADISON_PRO 40nm 29mm*29mm M2 package
22554573 AMD PARK_XT AMD PARK_XT 40nm 29mm*29mm M2 package
22554573 AMD UMA UMA (AMD)
VRAM
10000981 MISC 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 64*16*8
10000981 MISC 512M-DDR3 512M-DDR3 64*16*4
(64*16*4)
60002215 VR1GbIII8 VRAM SAMSUNG Graphic DDRIII 800 1Gb
SAMSUNG K4W1G1646E-HC12 LF
60002045 HYNIX VR1GbIII8 VRAM HYNIX Graphic DDRIII 800 1Gb
H5TQ1G63BFR-12C LF
NB Chipset
22554573 AMD AMDRS880M AMD RS880M w/ HDCP EEPROM
SB Chipset
22554573 AMD AMDSB820M AMD SB820M
Keyboard
60004864 DARFON AC7T_A10B Keyboard ACER AC7T_A10B AC7T Internal 17
Standard Black NONE Y2010 Acer Texture
LAN
610112 BCM57780 Broadcom BCM57780
BROADCOM
192 Appendix B

WiFi Antenna
10000105 WNC PIFA PIFA
Audio Codec
10004786 ALC272X Realtek Audio Codec ALC272X
REALTEK
A cover
10000981 MISC Black IMR Black IMR
10000981 MISC Silver IMR A cover Silver IMR (Mat+Pattern)
B cover
9999995 ONE TIME Mirror Mirror
VENDER
9999995 ONE TIME Mirror w/Camera Mirror w/Camera
VENDER
Bluetooth
23707801 BT 2.1 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/
FOXCONN TW w:861
23707801 BT 2.1 Foxconn Bluetooth ATH AR3011
FOXCONN TW
23707801 BT 2.1 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2070 (T77H114.01)
FOXCONN TW
10001018 HON HAI BT 3.0 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT3.0 (T60H928.33) f/
w:861
10001018 HON HAI BT 3.0 Foxconn Bluetooth ATH AR3011 (BT3.0)
10001018 HON HAI BT 3.0 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2070 (T77H114.01) BT 3.0
Camera
10001044 1.3M Chicony 1.3M CH9665SN (CNF9157)
CHICONY
PLM00012 Suyin 1.3M Suyin 1.3M SY9665SN
10001023 LITE-ON 1.3M Liteon 1.3M LT9665AL (09P2SF119)
10001023 LITE-ON 1.3M Liteon 1.3M LT6AASP( 09P2BF127)
Card Reader
PLM00014 ODM 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 1-Build in MS, MS Pro, SD, SC, XD
Software
10000981 MISC McAfee Antivirus application McAfee
Wireless LAN
23707801 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 2x2 BGN (HM)
FOXCONN TW
PLM00010 QMI 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGN QMI Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 2x2 BGN (HM) EM306
23707801 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcomm 43225 2x2 BGN
FOXCONN TW (HM) T77H103.00
23707801 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGN Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB97 2x2 BGN (HM)
FOXCONN TW
10001023 LITE-ON 3rd WiFi 2x2 BGN Liteon Wireless LAN Atheris HB97 2x2 BGN (HM)
WN6603AH
23707801 3rd WiFi BG Foxconn Wirelss LAN Atheros HB95 1x1 BG (HM)
FOXCONN TW
Appendix B 193

23707801 3rd WiFi BG Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcom 4312H BG (HM)
FOXCONN TW
23707801 3rd WiFi BG Foxconn Wirelss LAN Atheros HB95BG (HM)
FOXCONN TW T77H121.10
194 Appendix B

Appendix C
Online Support Information

This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.
If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch
office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information
sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan.
Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them.
In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and
Server models including:
Service guides for all models
User's manuals
Bios updates
Software utilities
Spare parts lists
TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin)
For these purposes, we have included an Acrobat File to facilitate the problem-free downloading of our
technical material.
Also contained on this website are:
Detailed information on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW)
Returned material authorization procedures
An overview of all the support services we offer, accompanied by a list of telephone, fax and email
contacts for all your technical queries.
We are always looking for ways to optimize and improve our services, so if you have any suggestions or
comments, please do not hesitate to communicate these to us.
Appendix C 195
196 Appendix C

Index
A display
hotkeys 13
AFLASH Utility 33
Antennas E
Removing 94, 96 EasyTouch Failure 148
Replacing 98
External Module Disassembly
B Flowchart 46
Battery F
Replacing 135
Features 1
Battery Pack
Removing 47 Flash Utility 33
BIOS FPC Cable
ROM type 16 Removing 91
vendor 16 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 161
BIOS Utility2533
H
Advanced 28
Boot 31 Hard Disk Drive
Exit 32 Removing 56
Navigating 25 Replacing 128
Onboard Device Configuration 29
Power 31 HDTV Switch Failure 149
Save and Exit 32 Hibernation mode
Security 28 hotkey13
System Security 32
Hot Keys 11
Board Layout
Top View 155 I
brightness
Indicators 9
hotkeys 13
Intermittent Problems 150
C Internal Microphone Failure 143
Camera Module Internal Speaker Failure 142
Removing 89
Replacing 101,
103, 104, 106 J
Common Problems 138 Jumper and Connector Locations 155
computer
K
on indicator 9
CPU Keyboard
Removing 83 Removing 59
Replacing 109 Replacing 127
Keyboard Failure 141
D
DIMM Modules
L
Replacing 130 LCD Bezel
Display 5 Replacing 105
197
LCD Brackets Power On Failure 138
Removing 91
Replacing 100 R
LCD Cable Replacing 121, 123
Replacing 100 Right Speaker Module
LCD Failure 141 Removing 67
LCD Module Disassembly Replacing 121
Flowchart 84
S
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure 98
LCD Panel SD Dummy Card
Removing 90 Removing 48
Left Speaker Module 121, 123
Speakers
Removing 65 Removing 65, 67
Replacing 123 System
M Block Diagram 5
Main Unit Disassembly

T
Flowchart 58 Test Compatible Components 187
Mainboard Thermal Module
Removing 72, 73, 75, 76 Removing 81
media access Thermal Unit Failure 148
on indicator 9 TouchPad
Memory
Removing 70
Replacing 130 TouchPad Bracket
Memory Check 138 Removing 70
Model Definition 168 Replacing 119, 122
TouchPad Failure 142
N
Troubleshooting
No Display Issue 139 Built-in KB Failure 141
EasyTouch Buttons 148
O HDTV Switch 149
Internal Microphone 143
ODD Failure 145 Internal Speakers 142
Online Support Information 195 LCD Failure 141
No Display 139
Optical Disk Drive
ODD 145
Replacing 132, 133 Other Failures 149
Optical Drive Module Power On 138
Removing 49 Thermal Unit 148
TouchPad 142
P WLAN 148
Panel 6 U
Bottom 9
Undetermined Problems 150
PC Card 9 Upper Cover
198

Removing 61
Replacing 124
utility
BIOS 2533
W
Windows 2000 Environment Test 188
Wireless Function Failure 148
WLAN Module
Removing 54
Replacing 129
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Service guide files and updates are available

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Hyper Transport Link

GPP1 GPP0 HDA Codec

LID SW / MEDIA/B 1. USB X2 EC I/O Buffer BIOS

Power On/Off CKT.

DC/DC Interface CKT.

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No. Icon Item Description

Communication Indicates the computers wireless connectivitoy

4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.

5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.

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Battery1 Indicates the computers battery status.

Closed Front View

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2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

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4 Memory Houses the computer's main memory.

6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

Icon Function Description

Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.

Communication indicator Indicates the computers wireless connectivitoy

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Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

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Hotkey Icon Function Description

<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.