Acer Aspire Z5600 Información técnica

Aspire Z5600/Z5610 SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

90 Chapter 3Replacing the B-CAS Board1. Connect the cable underneath the B-CAS Board.2. Turn the B-CAS Board over and replace it. 3. Install the USB

Chapter 3 914. Secure the B-CAS Board with three (3) screws.

92 Chapter 3Replacing the HDD Module1. Slide the HDD Module into the flanges.2. Secure the HDD Module using two (2) screws.3. Connect the HDD Cable as

Chapter 3 93Replacing the Power Supply1. Replace the Power Supply as shown.2. Secure the Power Supply using two (2) screws.

94 Chapter 3Replacing the Back Frame1. Place one end of the Back Frame (1) in the device as shown. Line up the guide (2) before replacing completely.2

Chapter 3 954. Attach the EMI Cable Mylar to the Back Frame as shown.

96 Chapter 3Replacing the Hinge1. Replace the Hinge, noting the guide pin that must be lined up.2. Secure the Hinge using six (6) screws.

Chapter 3 97Replacing the Back Cover1. Snap the Back Cover into place using both hands. Make sure that all the guides have been securely locked.2. Mov

98 Chapter 33. Secure the Back Cover using fourteen (14) screws.

Chapter 3 99Replacing the Rear Covers1. Replace the Rear Cover by pushing inward as shown2. Repeat the previous step for the remaining Rear Cover.3. S

Chapter 1 1System SpecificationsFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Operating System• Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (To

100 Chapter 3Replacing the RAM1. Firmly place each Ram into its slot until a click is heard. Make sure the latches are in the lock position.2. Replace

Chapter 3 101Replacing the Hinge Cover1. Grasp the Hinge Cover with both hands.2. Gently push the Hinge Cover down until it snaps into place.

102 Chapter 3Replacing the RAM Cover1. Line up one end of the RAM Cover with the device as shown.2. Push down with both hands until the cover snaps in

Chapter 4 103TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

104 Chapter 4ODD FailureIf an Optical Disk Drive failure is determined, use the following flowchart to determine the required action:ODD Not Operating

Chapter 4 105b. 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 ar

106 Chapter 4c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK. d. Repeat for the other

Chapter 4 107Wireless FailureIf the wireless functionality fails, use the following flowchart to determine the required action:STARTCheck WLANcable co

108 Chapter 4Camera FailureIf the camera functionality fails, use the following flowchart to determine the required action:STARTCheck cameracable conn

Chapter 4 109Speaker FailureIf the internal speaker fails, use the following flowchart to determine the required action:Sound ProblemsIf sound problem

2 Chapter 1• SuperMulti with Labelflash™ technologyDVD-ROM*Communication• Built-in 1 MP high-def webcam with 1280 x 800 resolution image capture• Buil

110 Chapter 49. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. If the issue is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps an

Chapter 4 111LCD FailureIf the integrated LCD display fails, use the following flowchart to determine the required action:No POST or VideoIf the POST

112 Chapter 4Abnormal Video DisplayIf video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the comp

Chapter 4 113General Troubleshooting IssuesComputer Shutsdown IntermittentlyIf the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one a

114 Chapter 4HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

Chapter 4 11511. Remove and reinstall the mouse driver.12. Check the Device Manager to determine that:• The device is properly installed. There are no

116 Chapter 4Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defe

Chapter 5 117Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewItem Description Item DescriptionCPU CPU/Processor socket WLAN Wireless LAN card connectorDDR3 DDR3

118 Chapter 5Bottom ViewItem DescriptionRTC RTC battery socket

Chapter 5 119Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

Chapter 1 3System Block DiagramVCC_COREGMCH_COREVCC1.1+12VPage 2Page 3,4 IntelYorkfield/Wolfdale Q9000/E8000 LGA775CLOCK GENERATOR

120 Chapter 5BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block:BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the syste

Chapter 5 121Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk:Before doing this, a Crisis Diskette should be prepared ready in hand. The Crisis Diskette could b

122 Chapter 57. Click the (N) button when prompted to complete the process.8. Insert the Crisis Disk in to the USB floppy drive attached to the BIOS f

Chapter 6 123FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire Z5600

124 Chapter 6Aspire Z5600/Z5610 Series Exploded DiagramsMain AssemblyNo. Description Acer P/N1 Hinge Cover 42.SCY07.0022 Rear Cover (L) 60.SCY07.0053

Chapter 6 12513 Front Bezel 60.SCY07.00114 Back Cover 60.SCY07.00215 Back Frame 33.SCY07.00216 Fan Module UMA 23.SCY07.00317 B-CAS Card 55.SCY07.005No

126 Chapter 6FRU ListCATEGORY Description ACER PART NO.ADD ON CARDMSI VGA Card AMD M92XT DDRII 512M 500MHz 64*16 MXM 3.0 Type A w/ Hynix H5PS1G63EFR-2

Chapter 6 127Quanta Q802XKN6 WLAN Realtek RTL8187B PCI-Express Q802XKN6, Ralink RT3090 802.11b/g/n 1Tx1R WLAN(mini-card) Full SizeNI.10200.031Lite-On

128 Chapter 6INVERTER CABLE 50.SCY07.008LED CABLE 50.SCY07.009USB CABLE W/PORT 50.SCY07.010POWER CABLE 50.SCY07.011CARD READER CABLE 50.SCY07.012BLUET

Chapter 6 129BACK FRAME 33.SCY07.002FRAME RAM COVER 33.SCY07.003HINGE 60.SCY07.007SPEAKER SET 23.SCY07.005ODD BRACKET 33.SCY07.004HDD BRACKET 33.SCY07

4 Chapter 1Your Acer Computer tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.IMPORTANT:Your computer’s hardware op

130 Chapter 6CPU Intel Pentium Dual-Core E2220 LGA 2.4G 1M 800 775 65W M-0KC.22201.DEMCPU Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200 LGA 2.5G 2M 800 775 65WKC.5200

Chapter 6 131Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 104KS Silver Arabic/English with new color AC-MT-010KB.RF403.249Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 104KS Silve

132 Chapter 6Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 105KS Silver Romanian with new color AC-MT-010KB.RF403.274Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 105KS Silver Turk

Chapter 6 133Screw ListMEMORY Memory NANYA UNB-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1GB NT1GC64B88A0NF-CG LF 128*8 0.07umKN.1GB03.032Memory SAMSUNG UNB-DIMM DDRIII 1333 1

134 Chapter 6

Chapter 6 135

Appendix A 136Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire Z5600/Z5610 SeriesModel NameRO NS Country Acer Part no DescriptionAZ5600 EMEA ACH Netherlands P

137 Appendix AAZ5600 AAP ATH Thailand PW.SC902.021 AZ5600 AAP001 W7HP64EMTHa01/PDCE6500/U2GBIII13*1/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/802.11bgn/bluetooth

Appendix A 138AZ5600 AAP APHI Philippines PW.SC902.016 AZ5600 AAP001 W7HP64EMPH5/PDCE5400/U2GBIII13*1/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/802.11bgn/bluetoo

139 Appendix AAZ5600 AAP ACA Australia/New ZealandPW.SC902.011 AZ5600 AAP001 W7HP64AUHP5/C2QQ8200s/U2GBIII13*2/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/802.11bg

Chapter 1 5Right ViewIMPORTANT:Your computer’s hardware options, port locations, and indicators may vary from this illustration.No. Component Icon Des

Appendix A 140AZ5610 EMEA AUK UK PW.SCY02.019 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64R16a/C2DE7500/U2GBIII13*2/D1000GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/HD4570/A336-D/802.11bgn/b

141 Appendix AAZ5610 EMEA AIB Spain PW.SCY02.063 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64R11a/C2QQ8200s/U2GBIII13*4/D1500GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/vga/802.11bgn/bluetoo

Appendix A 142AZ5610 EMEA ACG Germany PW.SCY02.033 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64R03a/C2QQ9400s/U2GBIII13*4/D1000GB7.2KS*1+SSD2564*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/HD4570/A3

143 Appendix AAZ5610 EMEA ACH Netherlands PW.SCY02.041 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64R04a/C2QQ8200s/U2GBIII13*2/D1000GB7.2KS*1/NBDCB4XSSLOT/B23/vga/A336-D/802.

Appendix A 144AZ5610 EMEA AEE Bulgaria/Latvia/Lithuania/EstoniaPW.SCY02.042 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64R33a/C2QQ8200s/U2GBIII13*2/D1000GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLO

145 Appendix AAZ5610 EMEA ACR Russia PW.SCY02.059 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64RUR15a01/C2DE7500/U2GBIII13*2/D750GB7.2KS*1/NBDCB4XSSLOT/B23/HD4570/802.11bgn/b

Appendix A 146AZ5610 EMEA AME Saudi/Levant/EgyptPW.SCY02.038 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64EMR22a/C2DE7500/U2GBIII13*2/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/HD4570/80

147 Appendix AAZ5610 AAP ACA Australia/New ZealandPW.SCY02.028 AZ5610 AAP001 W7HP64AUHP5/C2DE7500/U2GBIII13*2/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/HD4570/A3

Appendix A 148AZ5610 EMEA ACF France PW.SCY02.018 AZ5610 EMEA001 W7HP64R02a/C2DE7500/U2GBIII13*2/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/HD4570/802.11bgn/bluet

149 Appendix AAZ5610 TWN GCTWN Taiwan PW.SCY02.003 AZ5610 TWN001 W7HP64TWHP2/C2DE7500/U2GBIII13*1/D750GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/802.11bgn/bluetooth/K

6 Chapter 1Left ViewIMPORTANT:Your computer’s hardware options, port locations, and indicators may vary from this illustration.No. Component Icon Desc

Appendix A 150AZ5610 AAP ASSSB Malaysia PW.SCY02.010 AZ5610 AAP001 W7HP64EMMY1/C2QQ8200s/U2GBIII13*2/D1000GB7.2KS*1/NSM8XSLFSLOT/B23/802.11bgn/bluetoo

151 Appendix AAZ5600 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelaSantana QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5600 Acer Sant

Appendix A 152AZ5600 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelaSantana QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5600 Acer Sant

153 Appendix AAZ5600 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelaSantana QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5600 Acer Sant

Appendix A 154AZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

155 Appendix AAZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

Appendix A 156AZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

157 Appendix AAZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

Appendix A 158AZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

159 Appendix AAZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

Chapter 1 7Rear ViewIMPORTANT:Your computer’s hardware options, port locations, and indicators may vary from this illustration.No. Component Icon Desc

Appendix A 160AZ5610 Acer Santana 23 inch AIO23 inch aSantana Silver LC BezelSantana_Discrete QIG45M_1394(N)_Logo(N)FR 250W (AIO) EuP 82+_AcerAZ5610 A

161 Appendix AAZ5600 N Y PDCE5300 U2GBIII13 N N N N NAZ5600 N Y PDCE5300 U2GBIII13 N N N N NAZ5600 N Y PDCE6500 U2GBIII13 N N N N NAZ5600 N Y PDCE6500

Appendix A 162AZ5600 N Y C2QQ8200s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13U2GBIII13NNAZ5600 N Y C2DE8400 U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13U2GBIII13NNAZ5610 N Y C2QQ

163 Appendix AAZ5610 N Y C2QQ8200s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 N N N NAZ5610 N Y C2QQ9400s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13U2GBIII13NNAZ5610 N Y C2QQ8200s U2GBII

Appendix A 164AZ5610 N Y C2QQ8400s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 N N N NAZ5610 N Y C2QQ9400s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 N N N NAZ5610 N Y C2QQ9400s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13

165 Appendix AAZ5610 N Y PDCE5400 U2GBIII13 U1GBIII13 N N N NAZ5610 N Y PDCE5400 U2GBIII13 U1GBIII13 N N N NAZ5610 N Y C2QQ8200s U2GBIII13 U2GBIII13 N

Appendix A 166AZ5600 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5600 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5600 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5600 D750GB7.2KS

167 Appendix AAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D1000GB7.2KS SSD2564NNNSM8XSLFSLOTNAZ5610 D1000GB7.2KS SSD2564NNNSM8XSLFSLOTNAZ5610 D1000G

Appendix A 168AZ5610 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS

169 Appendix AAZ5610 D640GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS N N N NSM8XSLFSLOT NAZ5610 D750GB7.2KS

8 Chapter 1Using the KeyboardThe keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons as shown below.Feature Icon DescriptionFunction keys Press t

Appendix A 170AZ5600 D23FHD N N N N NAZ5600 D23FHD N N N N NAZ5600 D23FHD N N N N NAZ5600 D23FHD N N N N NAZ5600 D23FHD N N N N NAZ5600 D23FHD N N N N

171 Appendix AAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type AN N N mCard/SW/DVB-TAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type AN N N mCard/SW/DVB-T

Appendix A 172AZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type AN N N mCard/SW/DVB-TAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD AT

173 Appendix AAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type AN N N mCard/SW/DVB-TAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type AN N N mCard/SW/DVB-T

Appendix A 174AZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4670 D3 1GB Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana

175 Appendix AAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type AN N N mCard/SW/DVB-TAZ5610 D23FHD AT

Appendix A 176AZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512M

177 Appendix AAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512MB-Santana Type ANNNNAZ5610 D23FHD ATI HD4570 D2 512M

Appendix A 178AZ5600 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5600 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 N

179 Appendix AAZ5600 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5600 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 N

Chapter 1 9Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the sa

Appendix A 180AZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth EMEA Win7 WMCN RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth EMEA Win7 WMCN R

181 Appendix AAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth EMEA Win7 WMCN RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth EMEA Win7 WMCN R

Appendix A 182AZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth EMEA Win7 WMCN RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth EMEA Win7 WMCN R

183 Appendix AAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth US Win7 WMCN RF2.4/0812 RF2

Appendix A 184AZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth US Win7 WMCN RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth US Win7 WMCN RF2.4

185 Appendix AAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 NAZ5610 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card)Bluetooth N N RF2.4/0812 RF2.4/0812 N

Appendix A 186

Appendix B 187Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

188 Appendix BMicrosoft® Windows® 7 Environment TestVendor Type DescriptionAdd on cardQMI 802.11 b/g/n (mini-card) Lite-On WN6500M, Marvell MC85 802.1

Appendix B 189INTEL C2DE7300 CPU Intel Core2Dual E7300 LGA 2.66G 3M 1066 775 65W M-0INTEL C2DE7400 CPU Intel Core2Dual E7400 LGA 2.8G 3M 1066 775 65W

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire Z5600/Z5610 Series service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorItem SpecificationCPU type• Intel Core™2 Quad Processor*• Intel Core™2 Duo Processor*

190 Appendix BINTEL C2QQ9400s CPU Intel Core2Quad Q9400s LGA 2.66G 6M 1333 775 65W R-0 Quad CoreHDDSAMSUNG SSD2564 Flash Disk SAMSUNG SSD NAND 64GB MM

Appendix B 191WD D640GB7.2KS HDD WD 3.5" 7200rpm 640GB WD6400AAKS-22A7B2 XL320M 640G SATA II 16MB LF F/W:01.03B01SEAGATE D750GB7.2KS HDD SEAGATE

192 Appendix BCHICONY RF2.4/0812 Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 105KS Silver Icelandic with new color AC-MT-010CHICONY RF2.4/0812 Keyboard CHICONY KG-

Appendix B 193CHICONY RF2.4/0812 Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 105KS Silver Spanish with new color AC-MT-010CHICONY RF2.4/0812 Keyboard CHICONY KG-07

194 Appendix BCHICONY RF2.4/0812 Keyboard CHICONY KG-0766 RF2.4 105KS Silver Turkish-Q with new color AC-MT-010CHICONY RF2.4/0812 Keyboard CHICONY KG-

Appendix B 195HYNIX U2GBIII13 Memory HYNIX UNB-DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB HMT125U6BFR8C-H9 LF 128*8 0.055umUNIFOSA U2GBIII13 Memory UNIFOSA UNB-DIMM DDRIII

196 Appendix BPhilips EMEA Win7/Philips Philips Remote Controller RC2604307/01BG for EMEA ;pair with RV.11000.007Philips US Win7 WMC Philips Remote Co

Appendix C 197Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

198 Appendix C

199AAudio BoardRemoving 47Replacing 78BBase AssemblyRemoving 38Replacing 86BIOSpassword control 12ROM size 11ROM type 11vendor 11Version 11BIOS Suppor

Chapter 1 11Processor SpecificationsCPU Fan True Value TableBIOSProcessor #CPU SpeedCoresBus SpeedPowerCache SizePackage Acer P/NE2220 2.4 GHz 2 800 6

200Main Unit DisassemblyFlowchart 34MainboardRemoving 53Replacing 73Memory ModuleRemoving 51Model Definition 136OODD BezelReplacing 87Online Support I

12 Chapter 1System Memory Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities

Chapter 1 13NorthBridge ChipsetSouthBridge ChipsetCard ReaderUSB 2.0SATA InterfaceItem SpecificationChipset Eaglelake G45Features• GTL+ interface (Fro

14 Chapter 1USBLAN InterfaceAudio InterfaceItem SpecificationChipset ICH10 embeddedFeatures• Using 6 USB2.0 Ports for Base connector• Using 1 USB2.0 P

Chapter 1 15Sampling Rate • DACs with 97dB SNR• ADCs with 90dB SNR• Internal Speaker(5WX2)• Line out 5.1 Channel• Head Phone out , MIC In , Digital M

16 Chapter 1

Chapter 2 17System UtilitiesBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

18 Chapter 2InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.NOTE: The system information is subject to diff

Chapter 2 19MainThe Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot options.NOTE: The screen above is f

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20 Chapter 2SATA Port 1The SATA Port 1 screen allows the user to view and adjust SATA settings on Port 1.NOTE: The screen above is for your reference

Chapter 2 21SATA Port 2The SATA Port 2 screen allows the user to view and adjust SATA settings on Port 2.NOTE: The screen above is for your reference

22 Chapter 2SATA Port 4The SATA Port 4 screen allows the user to view and adjust SATA settings on Port 4.NOTE: The screen above is for your reference

Chapter 2 23AdvancedThe Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options.The table below describes the items, menus, and

24 Chapter 2Advanced Chipset FeaturesThe Advanced Chipset screen allows the user to configure chipset settings.NOTE: The screen above is for your refe

Chapter 2 25Integrated PeripheralsThe Integrated Peripherals screen allows the user to configure various display settings.NOTE: The screen above is fo

26 Chapter 2SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below descri

Chapter 2 27Setting a PasswordFollow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Superviso

28 Chapter 2Changing a Password1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password bo

Chapter 2 29PC HealthThe PC Health screen displays CPU/Chipset temperature information and contains customizable safety monitors for the CPU.The table

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.NOTE Gives bits and piece

30 Chapter 2PowerThe Power screen contains parameters used for device power management.The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settin

Chapter 2 31BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

32 Chapter 2ExitThe Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.The table below describes the parameters

Chapter 3 33Machine Disassembly and ReplacementIMPORTANT:The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model.This chapter contains ste

34 Chapter 3Disassembly ProcessDisassembly FlowchartRemoveHingeTurn off power anddisconnect allcables beforeproceedingRemoveRAM CoverRemoveHinge Cover

Chapter 3 35Removing the RAM Cover1. See “Pre-disassembly Instructions” on page 33.2. Apply pressure to one end of the RAM Cover, while pulling up wit

36 Chapter 3Removing the Hinge Cover1. See “Removing the RAM Cover” on page 35.2. Grasp the Hinge Cover with both hands.3. Lift the Hinge Cover clear

Chapter 3 37Removing the RAM1. See “Removing the Hinge Cover” on page 36.2. Lift the RAM Shielding clear of the device.3. Unlock the latches on either

38 Chapter 3Removing the Rear Covers1. See “Removing the RAM” on page 37.2. Remove the six (6) screws that secure the Rear Covers.3. Use both hands to

Chapter 3 39Removing the Back Cover1. See “Removing the Rear Covers” on page 38.2. Remove the fourteen (14) screws securing the Back Cover.3. Use both

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.1. This Service Guide provides you wi

40 Chapter 34. Place one hand firmly on the Back Cover. Use the opposite hand to pry the Bezel away, working from one corner to the other as shown. Re

Chapter 3 41Removing the Hinge1. See “Removing the Back Cover” on page 39.2. Replace the Hinge to the carry position.3. Remove the six (6) screws secu

42 Chapter 3Removing the Back Frame1. See “Removing the Hinge” on page 41.2. Unstick the EMI Cable Mylar as shown.CAUTION: Do not remove the EMI Cable

Chapter 3 434. Remove the nine (9) screws securing the Back Frame.5. Lift one end of the Back Frame as shown.6. Carefully unhook the guide at the oppo

44 Chapter 3Removing the Power Supply1. See “Removing the Back Frame” on page 42.2. Remove two (2) screws securing the Power Supply as shown.3. Lift t

Chapter 3 45Removing the HDD Module1. See “Removing the Power Supply” on page 44.2. Disconnect the HDD Cable as shown.3. Remove two (2) screws securin

46 Chapter 3Removing the B-CAS Board1. See “Removing the HDD Module” on page 45.2. Remove the three (3) screws securing the B-CAS Board.3. Lift out th

Chapter 3 47Removing the SSD Module1. See “Removing the B-CAS Board” on page 46.2. Remove one (1) screw securing the SSD Module as shown.3. Slide the

48 Chapter 3Removing the Control Board1. See “Removing the SSD Module” on page 47.2. Disconnect three (3) cables on the Control Board as shown3. Remov

Chapter 3 49Removing the Card Reader Board1. See “Removing the Control Board” on page 48.2. Disconnect the Card Reader Board Cable.3. Remove three (3)

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50 Chapter 3Removing the Audio Board1. See “Removing the Card Reader Board” on page 49.2. Disconnect the Audio Board Cable.3. Remove one (1) screw fro

Chapter 3 51Removing the ODD Button Board1. See “Removing the Audio Board” on page 50.2. Remove one (1) securing screw from the ODD Button Board.3. Di

52 Chapter 3Removing the ODD Module1. See “Removing the ODD Button Board” on page 51.2. Remove two (2) securing screws from the ODD Module.3. Slide th

Chapter 3 53Removing the Inverter Board1. See “Removing the ODD Module” on page 52.2. Carefully disconnect both Inverter Cables from either side of th

54 Chapter 35. Lift the Inverter Board clear of the device.

Chapter 3 55Removing the Home Button Board1. See “Removing the Inverter Board” on page 53.2. Remove one (1) securing screw from the Home Button Board.

56 Chapter 3Removing the Web Camera Board1. See “Removing the Home Button Board” on page 55.2. Remove two (2) screws securing the Web Camera Board as

Chapter 3 57Removing the TV Tuner Board1. See “Removing the Web Camera Board” on page 56.2. Disconnect one (1) cable from the TV Tuner Board.3. Remove

58 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN Board1. See “Removing the TV Tuner Board” on page 57.2. Disconnect two (2) cables from the WLAN Board as shown.3. Remove

Chapter 3 59Removing the CPU Fan1. See “Removing the WLAN Board” on page 58.2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the Mainboard.3. Remove two (2) secur

VIITable of ContentsSystem Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the CPU Fan” on page 59.2. Remove six (6) captive screws from the Thermal Module in ascending

Chapter 3 61Removing the CPU1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 60.2. Push the CPU latch down (1) and out (2) to unlock the processor housing

62 Chapter 3Removing the Mainboard Cables1. See “Removing the CPU” on page 61.2. Remove seventeen (17) cables from the Mainboard as shown.Item Descrip

Chapter 3 63Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the Mainboard Cables” on page 62.2. Remove five (5) securing screws from the Mainboard as shown.3.

64 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Assembly1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 63.2. Release five (5) cable locks as shown.3. Disconnect the Home Button

Chapter 3 654. Remove the LVDS Mylar (1) and disconnect the cable (2) as shown.5. Disconnect the left and right Control board Cables.12

66 Chapter 36. Remove four (4) securing screws from the LCD Bracket.7. Remove nine (9) securing screws from the LCD Bezel.Step Size Quantity Screw Typ

Chapter 3 678. Lift the LCD Assembly clear of the device. WARNING:When lifting the LCD Assembly, do not touch the Camera Modules located at the top le

68 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Bracket1. See “Removing the LCD Assembly” on page 64.2. Place the LCD Assembly on an anti-static mat so the touch sensors

Chapter 3 69Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the LCD Bracket1. Replace one side of the LCD Bracket (1), while using the opposite hand to pull the cables

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Mainboard Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Removing the Mainboard .

70 Chapter 3Replacing the LCD Assembly1. Carefully place the LCD Assembly in the LCD Bezel.2. Secure the LCD Bezel using nine (9) screws.

Chapter 3 713. Secure the LCD Bracket using four (4) screws.4. Connect the left and right Control Board Cables.

72 Chapter 35. Replace the LVDS Mylar (1) and connect the cable (2).6. Connect the Home Button Cable7. Lock the five (5) cable locks as shown.12

Chapter 3 73Replacing the Mainboard1. Carefully replace the Mainboard, while lining up the six (6) guide pins underneath.2. Secure the Mainboard in pl

74 Chapter 3Replacing the Mainboard Cables 1. Secure the Mainboard by connecting seventeen (17) cables.Item Description1 LVDS Cable2 CCD Cable3 Invert

Chapter 3 75Replacing the CPU1. Place the CPU in the CPU housing.2. Close the cover of the housing.3. Push the CPU latch down (1) and in (2) to lock t

76 Chapter 3Replacing the Thermal ModuleIMPORTANT:Ensure a heat pad is in place before replacing the Thermal Module.1. Replace the Thermal Module as s

Chapter 3 77Replacing the CPU Fan1. Using both hands, align the screw holes on the fan and LCD Module and place the fan on the Thermal Module.2. Conne

78 Chapter 3Replacing the WLAN Board1. Push the WLAN Board into the slot.2. Secure the WLAN Board using one (1) screw as shown.3. Connect two (2) cabl

Chapter 3 79Replacing the TV Tuner Board1. Push the TV Tuner Board into the slot.2. Secure the TV Tuner Board using one (1) screw as shown.3. Connect

IXTable of ContentsFRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126Screw List

80 Chapter 3Replacing the Web Camera Board1. Connect the cable underneath the Web Camera board.CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when handling the W

Chapter 3 81Replacing the Home Button Board1. Replace the Home Button Board, while lining up the guide pin underneath.2. Secure the Home Button Board

82 Chapter 3Replacing the Inverter Board1. Replace the Inverter Board as shown.2. Secure the Inverter Board using three (3) screws.3. Connect the Main

Chapter 3 834. Connect the cables on either side of the Inverter Board.

84 Chapter 3Replacing the ODD Module1. Slide the ODD Module into the flange.2. Secure the ODD Module using two (2) screws.

Chapter 3 85Replacing the ODD Button Board1. Replace the ODD Button Board while lining up the guide pin underneath.2. Secure the ODD Button Board usin

86 Chapter 3Replacing the Audio Board1. Replace the Audio Board by lining up the ports with the bracket and three (3) guide pins as shown.2. Secure th

Chapter 3 87Replacing the Card Reader Board1. Replace the Card Reader Board.2. Secure the Card Reader Board using three (3) screws.3. Connect the Card

88 Chapter 3Replacing the Control Board1. Replace the Control Board.2. Secure the Control Board using two (2) screws.3. Connect three (3) cables to se

Chapter 3 89Replacing the SSD1. Slide the SSD into the flange.2. Secure the SSD using one (1) screw as shown.