Aspire 6530 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
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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.
• AMD Athlon™ X2 dual-core mobile processor* • AMD M780G Chipset* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • System Memory Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules •...
True5.1-channel surround sound output • High-definition audio support • S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers • Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones • MS-Sound compatible • Communication Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* •...
Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View Icon Chapter 1 Item Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication (only for webcam certain models). Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Volume Up Increase system volume/decrease system volume. Volume Down Acer MediaTouch For use with Acer Arcade and other media keys playing programs. Easy-launch Buttons for launching frequently used buttons programs. Empowering key Launch Acer Empowering Technology.
Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. Acer EasyPort IV Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain connector models). External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).
Right View Icon Rear View Item Tuba Ventilation slots Item USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse, USB camera). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active. indicator Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
Bottom View Icon Chapter 1 Item Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with Secondary screws) (only for certain models).
WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Icon...
Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader) The following items show you how to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader: Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. • Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and •...
Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. 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 <...
Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.
Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: All Programs and click on Acer GridVista.
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Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is simple to set up: Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item CPU type AMD S1g2 Processor (Griffin Series-Turion/Sempron), T3(1.2~2.6G/s) (Bandwidth:9.6GB/s to 20.8GB/s) CPU Features Hyper Transport 3.0 Technology.Designed to support HT Gen 3 speed form • 1.2Ghz to 2.6Ghz 64-bit or 128-bit DDR2 Memory Interface, Two independent 64 Bit DDR2 •...
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Southbridge Item Chipset AMD SB 700 Features • • • • • Power 1.2V, 1.8V, 3.3V, 5V Package FCBGA 528-pin System Clock Item Chipset SLG8SP628VTR Clock Synthesizer • • • • • Features • • Power 3.3V, 1.2V Package 64 pin QFN Crystal and Oscillator Item Features...
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Memory Combinations Slot 1 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed.
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Item Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage 5V ±5% tolerance Super-Multi Combo Module Item Manufacturer and Model Type Interface Data Transfer Mode Buffer Memory Size Maximum Write Speed Maximum Read Speed Formats Supported Power Supply Voltage Allowance...
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Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Combo Drive Module Item Manufacturer and Model Type Interface Data Transfer Modes Buffer Memory Size Maximum Write Speed Maximum Read Speed Specification HLDS/GSA-T50N, Philips DS-8A2S...
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LCD 16” Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Input Voltage Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight (without inverter) Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface...
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VGA Subsystem Item Type Internal Graphic (RS780MN) Features • • Item Type Discrete Graphic (MXM) Model MS-V122B-M82ME-XT MS-V122B-M86ME GPU AMD M82ME-XT/M86ME Features • • • EC/KBC Item Type WPCE775L Features • • • • • • Package 128 pin LQFP package Audio Codec and Amplifier Item Type...
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Bluetooth Item Type FOXCONN FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300 mini USB module Features • • • • • • • • MDC Module Item Features • • • WLAN Item Type • Features • Power Package Battery Item Manuafacturer SANYO/PANASONIC Configuration 3S2P/4S2P Capacity 4000 mAH/4800 mAH Specification...
System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup.
Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). F12 Boot Menu Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. D2D Recovery Enables, disables the Acer D2D Recovery function during POST by pressing Alt-F10. SATA Mode Control the mode in which the SATA controller should operate.
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main Security Supervisor Password Is: User Password Is: HDD Password Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Password on Boot: ↑↓ Help Select Item ←→...
Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive).
Changing a Password Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field.
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. Information Main Security Boot priority order: 1: IDE 0: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX-(S1)
Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main Security Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes ↑↓ Help Select Item ←→ Exit Select Menu The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. • Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Create a Crisis Recovery Media (such as USB HDD) before you use the Phlash utility.
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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. Flash is complete when the following message displays. Shutdown or reboot base on iflash.bat command.
Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in wrong HDD password three times, Hdd password error code displays. See the image • below. To reset the HDD password, run HDD_PW.EXE as follows: Key in hdd_pw 15494 0 Press 2.
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Remove BIOS Password: If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image below. To reset the BIOS password, run BIOS_PW.EXE as follows: Key in bios_pw 14452 0 Select one string from the list. Chapter 2...
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Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password. Chapter 2...
Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...
General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2).
Removing the Lower Covers 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 45. 3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 46. 4. Loosen the captive screws in the covers as shown. HDD2 Cover 5.
Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the Lower Cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47. 3. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4.
Removing the VGA Module 1. Remove Lower Cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47. 2. Remove the four securing screws from the VGA Module. Step VGA Module M2.5*8-I BNI NYLOK 3. Grasp the VGA module and pull to remove. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
Removing the TV Tuner Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the Lower cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47. 3. Disconnect the antenna cable from the TV Tuner board as shown. NOTE: To ensure proper assembly, the antenna cable must be installed as shown. 4.
5. Detach the TV Tuner module by grasping the assembly and pulling away as shown. 6. Grasp the module and pull the bracket away. Removing the WLAN Module 1. Remove the TV Tuner module. See “Removing the TV Tuner Module” on page 50. 2.
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3. Remove the two securing screws. Step WLAN Module M2.0*3.0-I (BKAG) (NYLOK) IRON 4. Remove the WLAN module as shown. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
Removing the Main Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the Lower Cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47. 3. Hold the Pull Tab and slide the HDD away from the connector. Pull the HDD up as shown to remove. NOTE: To prevent damage to HDD, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
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5. Lift the HDD carrier to remove. 6. Grasp the HDD connector and pull firmly to remove. Chapter 3...
Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the Lower Cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47. 3. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module M2.5*6.5-I (BZN(NYLOK-RED) 4.
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5. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step ODD Bracket M2.0*3.0-I (BKAG) (NYLOK) IRON 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 7.
Removing the Secondary Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Remove the Battery. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Remove the HDD2 Cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 47. 3. Remove the two securing screws from the HDD. Step HDD2 Carrier M2.0*3.0-I (BKAG)
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5. Remove the four screws securing the HDD to the carrier. Step Size Quantity Screw Type HDD2 Carrier M3*0.5+3.5I 6. Lift the HDD carrier to remove. Chapter 3...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Switch Cover Remove Power Board Screw List Step Switch Cover M2.5*6.5-I (BZN(NYLOK-RED) Power Board M2.0*3.0-I (BKAG) (NYLOK) IRON Speaker Module M3*3 (not available for order) M2.5*4.0-I (NI)(NYLOK) LCD Module M2.5*5-I (BNI)(NYLOK) Upper Cover...
Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2.
6. Disconnect the two FFC cables as shown. 7. Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis. Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44. 2. Expose the bottom side of the Switch Cover. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 60. 3.
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4. Grasp the cable and disconnect from the Power Board. 5. Remove the three securing screws from the Power Board. Step Power Board M2.0*3.0-I (BKAG) (NYLOK) IRON 6. Hold the module by the sides and lift to remove. Size Quantity Screw Type Chapter 3...
Removing the Keyboard 1. Remove the Switch Cover. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 60. 2. Lift and turn the keyboard over (as shown) to expose the FFC. 3. Unlock the connector and pull the FFC to remove. 4. Remove the keyboard from the chassis. Chapter 3...
Removing the Speaker Module 1. Remove the Keyboard. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. 2. Remove the three securing screws (red in the following image) from the Subwoofer Module. 3. Remove the two securing screws (blue in the following image) the Speaker Module. Step Subwoofer M3*3...
5. Grasp the Subwoofer Module from the RIGHT side as shown and tilt over and to the left, as shown. NOTE: The Subwoofer Module is not a replacable part. Do NOT remove from the computer. 6. Grasp the Speaker Module by the right side and tilt up to remove. Removing the Antenna Cables 1.
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3. Pull back the cables away and out of the housing well. 4. Turn the computer over (upper base facing up) to expose the Antenna cables. 5. After removing the Speaker Modules, grasp the Antenna cables sitting underneath. Pull through. 6.
Removing the LCD Module 1. Disconnect the Antenna cables. See “Removing the Antenna Cables” on page 65. 2. Disconnect the LCD and Power cables. 3. Remove the four securing screws (two on each hinge) from the LCD hinges. Step LCD Module M2.5*5-I (BNI)(NYLOK) Chapter 3...
4. Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis. Removing the Upper Base 1. Remove the LCD module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 67. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the ten screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover M2.0*3.0-I-NI-NYLOK (Red call out)
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3. Turn the computer over and disconnect the three FFC cables from the mainboard. Unlock the connector and disconnect A as shown. Unlock the connector and disconnect B as shown. Unlock the connector and disconnect C as shown. Chapter 3...
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4. Remove the ten securing screws on the top panel. Step Upper Cover M2.5*6.5-I (BZN(NYLOK-RED) WARNING:Care must be taken when removing the Upper Base from the Lower Base to prevent damage or stress to the surface. 5. Grasp the upper base by the sides and gently lift to remove. Size Quantity Screw Type...
Removing the Finger Print Reader 1. Remove the Upper Base. See “Removing the Upper Base” on page 68. 2. Unlock the securing latch and disconnect the Touch Pad FFC. 3. Unlock the securing latch and disconnect the Finger Print Reader FFC. 4.
5. Using your fingers, gently lift the Finger Print Reader board from the Upper Base. Removing the USB Board 1. Remove the Upper Base. See “Removing the Upper Base” on page 68. 2. Grasp the cable connector and pull to remove from the bottom base. 3.
4. Hold the USB board by the edges and pull up to remove. Removing the Modem Module 1. Remove the Upper Base. See “Removing the Upper Base” on page 68. 2. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable from the modem as shown. 3.
4. Lift the module and remove from the lower cover as shown. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Remove the Modem Module. See “Removing the Modem Module” on page 73. 2. Grasp the cable as shown and pull to disconnect from the Bluetooth module. 3.
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4. Grasp the module by the right side and lift up to remove. Chapter 3...
Removing the Mainboard 1. Remove the LCD Module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 67. 2. Remove the Upper Base. See “Removing the Upper Base” on page 68. 3. Remove the See “Removing the Modem Module” on page 73. 4.
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8. Remove the three securing screws. Step Mainboard M2.5*4.0-I (NI)(NYLOK) 9. While holding the left side of the Lower Base, lift and pivot the mainboard to remove from the base. 10. Grasp the mainboard by both sides and pivot upwards to remove. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
Removing the Thermal Module 1. Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 76. 2. Turn the Mainboard over and place on a clean surface. 3. Hold the cable connector and lift to disconnect from the mainboard. 4. Remove the two securing screws (red) and loosen the three captive screws (blue) found on the Thermal Module.
WARNING:To prevent damage to the Thermal Module or the CPU, hold and lift the Thermal Module by lifting both ends up and away at the same time. 5. Hold the module on both sides and lift it clear of the Mainboard. Removing the CPU 1.
Removing the LCD Bezel 1. Remove the LCD module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 67. 2. Remove the four upper screw caps and screws, and the six remaining lower securing screws. Step LCD Bezel M2.5*6.5-I (BZN(NYLOK-RED) 3. Lift up the bezel, topside first, and remove it from the LCD Module. Chapter 3 Size Quantity...
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4. Turn the bezel and pry the left side upwards, followed by the right side. 5. After removing the top part of the bezel, grasp the bottom corners and continue lifting up the bezel as shown. 6. Lift the bezel away from the panel and lay it flat to expose the Mic cable. Chapter 3...
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7. Disconnect the Mic cable and remove the LCD bezel. Chapter 3...
Removing the Inverter Board 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 81. 2. Disconnect both cables from the Inverter Board. NOTE: If you are having difficulty removing the cables, first lift the Inverter Board from the back cover before disconnecting the cables.
Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 81. 2. Disconnect the Camera Module cable as shown. NOTE: If necessary lift the camera module to provide better access to the cables. 3. Place your finger on the ends of the module and pry it away from the cover. Chapter 3...
Removing the LCD Panel 1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 81. 2. Remove the six securing screws from the LCD hinges. Step LCD Panel M2.5*2.5-I (NI)(NYLOK) 3. Grasp the top of the LCD Panel and pivot upwards to a 90 degree angle. 4.
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. Remove the LCD panel. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 86. 2. Dislodge the LCD cable from the left LCD hinge as shown in the following image. 3. Turn the LCD Panel over on a clean surface, and grip the LCD cable by both ends and pull it back. 4.
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6. Peel back the adhesive strip holding the cable to the bottom. 7. Remove the eight securing screws (four on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets M2.0*3.0-I (BKAG) (NYLOK) IRON 8. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling them away from the LCD Panel. Size Quantity Screw Type...
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Align the LCD brackets with the eight screw holes (four on each side) on the LCD Panel as shown. 2. Secure the LCD brackets to the LCD panel. 3. Turn the panel over. Insert the LCD Panel cable into the LCD Panel as shown. Secure the cable by replacing the securing strip.
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4. Replace the remaining securing strips and press down along the length of the cable to secure it in place ensuring the cable ends are in line with the edge of the panel. 5. Turn the LCD Panel over and re-insert the LCD cable into the hinge retainer. 6.
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7. Pivot the LCD Panel down in place. NOTE: Ensure the CMOS and Inverter cables are not under the LCD Panel and correctly aligned. 8. Replace the six screws to secure the panel within the LCD module. 9. Locate the alignment pins (2) and replace the Camera Board taking care the pins protrude through the sockets.
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11. Connect the right Inverter board cable as shown. 12. Connect the left Inverter board cable as shown. 13. Replace the Inverter board as shown and press down to secure in place. NOTE: Tuck the cables securely to prevent damage to the cables or module. Chapter 3...
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Align the edge of the bezel with the bottom cover and reconnect the Mic Cable. 2. Align the hinge covers taking care to tuck in all cabling, and lower the bezel down in place. 3. Continue to press the bezel down in place to lock the upper and lower covers in place. Chapter 3...
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4. Replace the ten securing screws and screw caps on the LCD bezel. Chapter 3...
Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down (CPU side up), and insert the CPU into the CPU bracket as shown. Replacing the Thermal Module WARNING:To prevent damage to the Thermal Module or the CPU, hold the Thermal Module by both ends at the same time.
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3. Connect fan cable to the mainboard as shown. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up. Place the Mainboard in the chassis, left hand rear edge first. 3. Ensure the screw sockets and locating pin are aligned. Replace the three securing screws as shown. NOTE: Make sure the I/O ports are positioned correctly through the lower cover, and the screw sockets are visible through the mainboard.
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5. Replace the RJ-11 cable in the retaining clip on the mainboard and stick it in place using the adhesive strip. 6. Reconnect the Bluetooth and USB cables to the mainboard. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Position the module over the aligning pins and insert in place. Replacing the Modem Module 1. Align the screw sockets and press the modem module down to connect to the mainboard. 3. Connect the modem cable as shown Chapter 3 2.
Replacing the USB Board 1. Replace the USB board on the lower base and secure with the single screw (provided). 2. Reconnect the USB cable as shown. Replacing the Finger Print Reader 1. Replace the Finger Print Reader board in the upper cover and secure with the three screws as shown. Chapter 3...
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2. Reconnect the TouchPad and Finger Print Reader FFCs as shown. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Upper Cover WARNING:Care must be taken when replacing the Upper Case to prevent damage or stress to the surface. 1. Starting with the rear, align the upper cover with the lower cover, taking care to not force in place. 2.
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3. Reconnect the three FFC cables to the mainboard. Reconnect A as shown, and close the locking latch. Reconnect B as shown, and close the locking latch. Reconnect C as shown, and close the locking latch. Chapter 3...
4. Turn the computer over. Replace the ten screws on the bottom panel. Replacing the LCD Module 1. Carefully align the LCD module over the hinge sockets and lower the module into the chassis, taking care not to trap the LCD cables. 2.
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3. Replace the LCD power cable and AC power cable in the cable guides and clips as shown. NOTE: There are two cable channels. The upper channel holds the AC power cable and the lower channel holds the LCD power cable. AC Power Cable LCD Power Cable...
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6. Push the antenna cables through the chassis and pull through from the other side. 7. Turn the computer over and replace the antenna cables as shown, taking care to follow the cable guides and clips. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Align and replace the Speaker Module in the lower case. 3. Place subwoofer module in to the lower case and replace the five securing screws. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Align the FFC with the connector and press the latch down to secure.
Replacing the Power Board 1. Place the power board in the switch cover as 2. Replace the three securing screws. shown. 3. Reconnect the cable and FFC as shown. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Locate the following FFC cables. 3. Reconnect the Launch Board FFC. 5. Press down on the edges of the Switch Cover first. 6. Snap the Switch Cover in to place by pressing Chapter 3 2. Reconnect the Power Board FFC. 4.
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7. Turn the computer over and replace the ten screws as shown. Chapter 3...
Replacing the Second Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 3. Replace the HDD and slide to the right to connect the HDD interface. Replacing the ODD Module 1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the ODD cover on the ODD Module.
3. Slide the module in to the chassis and press until module is flush with the chassis. Replacing the Main Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Replace the HDD connector. 3. Replace the four screws to secure the carrier. 4. Replace the single securing screw as shown. 2.
Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 3. Connect the two antenna cables to the module. NOTE: The White cable goes to the lower terminal and the black cable to the upper terminal. Chapter 3 2.
Replacing the TV Tuner Module 1. Insert the TV Tuner into the bracket as shown. 3. Replace the two securing screws. Replacing the VGA Module 1. Insert the VGA module into the socket as shown. 2. Insert the TV Tuner in to the socket. 4.
Replacing the DIMM Modules NOTE: To replace DIMM Module 2, first remove DIMM Module 1. In this procedure, only DIMM Module 1 is shown. 1. Insert the DIMM Module flush with the connector and press down to lock in place. Replacing the Lower Covers 1.
Replacing the ExpressCard and SD Card Dummy Trays 1. Insert the ExpressCard and push into the slot until 2. Insert the SD Card and push into the slot until flush flush with the chassis cover. with the chassis cover. Chapter 3...
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. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
Power On Issue If the system doesn’t 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. Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet.
No Display Issue If the Display doesn’t 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 doesn’t display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Make sure that the internal display is selected.
Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer. 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 42. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced.
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 a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4...
Touchpad Failure If the Touchpad doesn’t 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 a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4...
Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Reboot the computer. Navigate to Start Control Panel the Device Manager to determine that: The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. •...
Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Disconnect all external devices. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer.
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Try an alternate disc. Navigate to Start Computer. Check that the ODD device is displayed in the Devices with Removable Storage panel. Navigate to Start Control Panel Double-click lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. If a device displays a down arrow, right-click on the device and click Enable.
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Try closing some applications. Reboot and try the operation again. Check that the ODD controller transfer mode is set to DMA: Navigate to Start Double-click IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, then right-click ATA Device 0. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK.
USB Failure (Rightside) If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Modem Failure If the Modem fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: Chapter 4...
External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Try an alternative mouse. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. See the mouse user manual.
Issue” on page 118.): Power-off the computer. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack •...
POST Codes Tables These tables describe the chipset and core POST codes, functions, phases, and components for the POST. The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST. Code Beeps 1-2-2-3 8254 8237 1-3-1-1 1-3-1-3 1-3-4-1 1-3-4-3 1-4-1-1...
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Code Beeps 2-1-2-3 2-2-3-1 POST Routine Description Initialize interrupt vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board...
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Code Beeps Chapter 4 POST Routine Description Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards Install CD ROM for boot Clear huge ES segment register...
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Code Beeps Code Beeps * If the BIOS detects error 2C, 2E, or 30 (base 512K RAM error), it displays an additional word-bitmap (xxxx) indicating the address line or bits that failed. For example, 2C 0002 means address line 1 (bit one set) has failed.
Chipset POST Codes The following table details the Chipset POST codes and components used in the POST. POST Code 0xA0 MRC Entry 0x01 Enable MCHBAR 0x02 Check ME existence 0x03 Check for DRAM initialization interrupt and reset fail 0x04 Determine the system Memory type based on first populated socket 0x05 Verify all DIMMs are DDR2 and SO-DIMMS, which are...
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POST Code 0x39 Set Enhanced addressing mode for each channel 0x40 Perform steps required after JEDEC init 0x41 Program the receive enable reference timing control register 0x42 Post receive enable initialization 0x43 Enable sense amps. Reset read/write DQS pointers 0x44 Perform ME steps 0x45 Clear DRAM initialization bit in the ICH.
Core POST Code Table The following table details the core POST codes and functions used in SecureCore. POST Code 0x00 Early Microcode update for CAR 0x01 Enable CAR 0x02 CAR Done, initial stack 0xEE unknown CPU ID to load uCode 0xEF unknown DT CPU to load uCode 0xnn...
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POST Code 0x91 Initialize interrupt vectors 0x92 Initialize Run Time Clock 0x99 Initialize security 0x93 Initialize video 0x94 Output one beep 0x98 USB Initialization 0x95 Initialize the installed boot devices 0x96 Clear Huge segment 0x97 Boot Crisis Disk 0x20 DXE starts 0x30 BIOSPSM 0x02...
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POST Code 0x22 TCG Physical Presence execution 0xB1 TCG DXE common pass through 0xE3 First Legacy BIOS Task table for legacy reset 0x20 Verify that DRAM refresh is operating by polling the refresh bit in PORTB. 0xDA Dummy PCIE Init entry, now handled by driver 0x29 PMM (POST Memory Manager) init 0xE5...
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POST Code 0x6B If CMOS is bad, load Custom Defaults from flash into CMOS. If successful, reboot. 0x3C If CMOS is valid, load chipset registers with values from CMOS, otherwise load defaults and display Setup prompt. If Auto Configuration is enabled, always load the chipset registers with the Setup defaults (Rel 6.0).
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POST Code 0x7C Initialize the hardware interrupt vectors from 08 to 0F and from 70h to 77H. Also set the interrupt vectors from 60h to 66H to zero. 0x41 ROM Pilot Init 0x4B Initialize QuietBoot if it is installed. Enable both keyboard and timer interrupts (IRQ0 and IRQ1).
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POST Code 0x7E The Coprocessor initialization test. Use the floating point instructions to determine if a coprocessor exists instead of the ET bit in CR0. 0xC1 Check Boot Type (Server BIOS) 0x80 Disable onboard COM and LPT ports before testing for presence of external I/O devices.
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POST Code 0xD9 IPMI late init 0x9C Set up Power Management. Initiate power -management state machine. 0xC7 Late note dock init 0x9E Enable hardware interrupts 0xA0 Setup time tick for current date/time 0xA2 Setup Numlock indicator. Display a message if key switch is locked.
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POST Code 0x99 Check support status for Self-Monitoring Analysis Reporting Technology (disk-failure warning). 0xB1 Unload ROM Pilot 0xDD Perform remote flash if requested 0xC7 If UCR redirection is installed, remove display manager and unhook INT10 0XDF Shutdown the PXE UNDI code 0xB3 Store enhanced CMOS values in non-volatile area 0xE4...
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 6530. Aspire 6530 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
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.
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.
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POWER CORD(S.A) 1.8M 3BLACK FZ010008-006 POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS POWER CORD(EU) 1.8M 3PBLACK FM010008-010 POWER CORD(UK) 1.8M 3PBLACK FP010008-013 BLUETOOTH CABLE Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly MIDDLE COVER W/MMB BOARD, EKEY BOARD Chapter 6 Description Acer Part No. VG.9MG06.001 VG.9MG0Y.001 VG.9PG06.003 VG.9PG0Y.004 VG.9PG06.006 VG.9PG0Y.005 55.AVB07.001 55.ASR07.001 55.ASR07.002...
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ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE Tray DL 8X GSA-T50N LF W/O bezel SATA FW:RP05 ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE Tray DL 8X AD-7560S LF W/O bezel SATA ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE Tray DL 8X DS-8A2S LF W/O bezel SATA Description Acer Part No. 60.AVB07.001 60.ASR07.001 60.AVL07.001 60.ASR07.002 60.ASR07.003 60.ASR07.004 42.ASR07.002...
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Category ODD BEZEL - SUPER MULTI OPTICAL BRACKET Combo Drive BLUE RAY COMBO MODULE BLUE RAY COMBO TRAY 2X SONY BC-5500S-AR ODD BEZEL - BLUE RAY OPTICAL BRACKET Chapter 6 Description Acer Part No. 42.ASR07.005 33.ASR07.001 6M.ASR07.002 KO.0020E.002 42.ASR07.006 33.ASR07.001...
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Keyboard 17_18KB-FV1 Teton Internal Standard 105KS Black Korean (glossy) Keyboard 17_18KB-FV1 Teton Internal Standard 109KS Black Japanese (glossy) Keyboard 17_18KB-FV1 Teton Internal Standard 106KS Black Italian (glossy) Chapter 6 Description Acer Part No. 33.ASR07.003 42.AVB07.001 42.ASR07.007 KB.INT00.297 KB.INT00.298 KB.INT00.299 KB.INT00.300 KB.INT00.301...
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CHINA Hong Kong 402G12Mi AS6530- CHINA China 601G16Mn AS6530- CHINA Hong Kong 601G16Mn AS6530G- 804G25Mn AS6530G- 842G32Mn Appendix A Country Acer Part No LX.AUQ0X.020 LX.AUQ0X.031 LX.AUQ0X.037 LX.AUQ0X.035 LX.AUQ0X.034 LX.AUQ0X.032 LX.AUQ0X.033 LX.AUQ0X.036 LX.AUQ0X.021 LX.AUQ0Y.004 LX.AUQ0Y.002 LX.AUQ0Y.001 LX.AUQ0Y.007 LX.AUQ0Y.006 S2.ASP0X.001 S2.ASP0X.002 Description...
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Holland 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Eastern Europe 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Middle East 804G32Bn AS6530G- EMEA France 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA 804G32Bn Country Acer Part No LX.ASP0X.001 LX.ASP0X.002 LX.ASP0X.003 LX.ASP0X.004 S2.ASP0X.003 LX.AUS0X.023 LX.AUS0X.022 LX.AUS0X.026 LX.AUS0X.025 LX.AUS0X.024 LX.AUS0X.029 LX.AUS0X.030 LX.AUS0X.021 LX.AUS0X.037 LX.AUS0X.035 LX.AUS0X.038 Description...
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EMEA Turkey 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Middle East 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Switzerland 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Middle East 804G64Mn Appendix A Country Acer Part No LX.AUS0X.039 LX.AUS0X.031 LX.AUS0X.033 LX.AUS0X.036 LX.AUS0X.040 LX.AUS0X.114 LX.AUS0X.115 LX.AUS0X.027 LX.AUS0X.034 LX.AUS0X.129 LX.AUS0X.128 LX.AUS0X.017 LX.AUS0X.011 LX.AUS0X.003 LX.AUS0X.002 LX.AUS0X.007 Description...
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Hungary 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Eastern Europe 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Greece 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA 804G64Mn AS6530G- EMEA Eastern Europe 703G32Mn Country Acer Part No LX.AUS0X.005 LX.AUS0X.004 LX.AUS0X.010 LX.AUS0X.009 LX.AUS0X.008 LX.AUS0X.012 LX.AUS0X.006 LX.AUS0X.013 LX.AUS0X.015 LX.AUS0X.014 LX.AUS0X.020 LX.AUS0X.019 LX.AUS0X.018 LX.AUS0X.016 LX.AUS0X.001 LX.AUS0X.204 Description...
Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system ® ® functions are tested under Windows XP Home, Windows XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
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Vendor Type Southbridge Chipset Test 10001067 ICH9M INTEL Keyboard Test 820123 17_18KB-FV1 DARFON LAN Test 9999995 AR8121 ONE TIME VENDER WiFi Antenna Test 9999995 PIFA ONE TIME VENDER Audio Codec Test 9999995 ALC888S ONE TIME VENDER Bluetooth Test 9999995 BT 2.0 ONE TIME VENDER Camera Test...
Vendor Type WLAN Test 9999995 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN ONE TIME VENDER 9999995 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN ONE TIME VENDER 10001067 SP1x2MMW INTEL Peripheral Tests Test PCMCIA Test TV - Tuner Card 1394 CardBus Card eSATA Card Wireless Lan Card SCSI Card USB2.0 CardBus Card Express Card Test...
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1024*768(QSMC) View Sonic 1680*1050 Gateway FPD1730 17" (1280*1024)(QSMC) CMV CM-930D 17" LCD (1280*1024) ACER AL2423W LCD area with 1920*1200 Gateway TV 26" LCD area with 1280*768 Toshiba TV 37HL869 LCD area with 1366*768 VP730b 17'' 1280*1024 (QSMC) CMV CM-930D 17" LCD (1280*1024) Gateway TV 26"...
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Test USB Port Test Scanner (cont.) Speaker Joystick Camera / DV Card Reader DVD/CD-RW Handy Drive Access Point Test Wireless Lan AP Bluetooth Test Bluetooth Mouse USB Bluetooth Card Reader Test MMC Card SD Card Category Canon USB2.0 Scanner NEC MultiReader MR800U3 USB2.0 Scanner SCLAR OZAKI USB 5.1CH-IN-2SPK Digital Sound - US206 NAZAR GPC-V70...
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Test Card Reader Test SD Adapter (cont.) MS Card MS Pro Card MS Pro Duo Card MS Duo Adapter MicroSD MicroSD to MS Pro Duo Adapter XD Card 1394 Port Test 1394-HDD 1394-Cable Audio Jacks Port Speaker Test Head Phone SPDIF Port Reprecator Docking...
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.
AFLASH Utility Battery Pack BIOS POST Codes 27–35 BIOS Utility Boot Exit Navigating Onboard Device Configuration Save and Exit Security System Security Bluetooth module Board Layout Top View brightness hotkeys Camera Module caps lock on indicator Common Problems computer on indicator DIMM Module Display display...
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on indicator Memory Check Model Definition Modem Module No Display Issue Notebook Manager hotkey num lock on indicator Online Support Information optical drive module Panel Bottom left PC Card POST Codes Power On Failure speakers hotkey System Block Diagram Test Compatible Components touchpad hotkey Touchpad Failure...