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Aspire 4530/4230 Series Service Guide PRINTED IN T AIW AN Service guide files and updates are availab le on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.
II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the up dates made on Aspire 4530/4230 Series service guide. Date Chapter Up date s.
III Copyright Copyright © 2008 by Acer Incorporated. All rights rese rved. No part of this pub lication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into a.
IV Conventions The following conventi ons are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appe ar on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. W ARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
V Preface Before using this information and the product it s upports, please read the fo llowing general info rma tion. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all techni cal information relating to the BASIC CON FIGUR A TION decided for Acer's "glo bal" product offering.
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VII T able of Contents System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIII T able of Contents Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Removing the Antenna Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Removing the LCD Module .
IX T able of Contents Power On Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Random Loss of BIOS Settings .
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Chapter 1 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer ’s many feature: Operating System • Windows® Vist a™ Platform • AMD Better By Design program, featuring: .
2 Chapter 1 Communication • Acer Video Confer ence, featurin g: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Optional Acer Xpress V oIP phone* • WLAN: Acer InviLink™ 802.1 1b/g • WP AN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready • Modem: 56K ITU V .
Chapter 1 3 Environment • T emperature: • 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% NOTE: Items marked with * d enote only selected mode ls.
4 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram 14.318MHz X3 USB 6 USB 3 USB 10 X1 X1 X1 Realtek RTS5158E PCI-E X1 X1 Mi n i P CI-E Card (Wi r el ess LAN ) (NEW CAR D) Express Card (10/100/GagaLAN) LAN BRODCO M RJ4 5 BCM8764M USB2.
Chapter 1 5 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, le t us show you around you r new computer . Front View No. Icon Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 2 Acer Crystal Ey e Web came ra for video communication.
6 Chapter 1 Closed Front View 9 Click buttons (left, center* and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer Finge rNav 4-way control function.
Chapter 1 7 Left View No. Icon Item Description 1 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g. external moni tor , LCD projector). 2 Ethernet (RJ-4 5) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 3 Modem (RJ-1 1) port Connects to a phone line.
8 Chapter 1 Right View Rear View No. Icon Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optica l disk from the drive.
Chapter 1 9 Bottom View No. Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory .
10 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators . T he front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. NOTE: 1. Chargi ng: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully ch arg ed: The light shows green when in AC mode.
Chapter 1 11 Touch Pad Basics (with fingerprint reader) The following items show you how to use the T ouc h Pad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader: • Move your finger across the T ouch Pad (2) to move the cursor . • Press the left (1) and right (4) b uttons locat ed beneath the T ouch Pad to perform selection and execution functions.
12 Chapter 1 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor , lock, Windows, fun ction and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which yo u can to ggle on and off.
Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Wi ndow s-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key ha s the same effect as clicking on the Windows St art button; it launches the S tart menu.
14 Chapter 1 Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer ’s controls like screen brightness, volume out put and the BIOS utility . T o activate hot keys, press and hold the < Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Chapter 1 15 Special Key Y ou can locate the Euro symbol and the US doll ar si gn at the upper-center an d/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Hold <Alt Gr> and the n press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard .
16 Chapter 1 Using the System Utilities Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) Acer Bi o-Protection Fi ngerprint Solu tion is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Micr osoft Windows ope rating system.
Chapter 1 17 Double (vertical), T riple (primary at left), T riple (pri mary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently . Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allo win g two displays to be partitioned independently .
18 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU Fan T rue V alue T able BIOS Cache Item Specification CPU type AMD CPU S1g2 Processor (Gri ffin Series - T urion / Sempron); HT3 (1.2~2.6G T/s) (Bandwidth: 9.6GB/S to 20.8GB/s) 1.8GHz ~ 2.
Chapter 1 19 System Memory Memory Combinations NOTE: Above table lists s ome system memory configur ations. Y ou may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 co uld be reversed.
20 Chapter 1 LAN Interface Bluetooth Inte rface Wireless Module 802.1 1b/g Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification LAN Chipset Broadcom BCM5764M / BCM5787M Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side Features PCIE v1.
Chapter 1 21 Combo Drive Module Drive Format Disks 2, 2, 1 2, 1 2, 2, 1 2, 1 2, 1 Sp i n d l e speed (RPM) 5400 5400 5400 5400 5400 Performance S pecifications Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB Int.
22 Chapter 1 Super Multi Drive Maximum Read S peed • CD-DA (Audio Play) CA V 10X • CD-DA (DAE) CA V 24X • Mixed CD: • Audio CA V 24X (DAE), CA V 10X (Audio Play) • Data CA V 24X • Video-CD.
Chapter 1 23 T ype Drawer type Drawer type Interface SA T A SA T A Data T ransfer Mo des • PIO Mode4 • DMA Multiword Mode2 • UL TRA DMA Mode2 • A T A PIO Mode 0-4 • A T A Multi Word DMA Modes 0-2 • A T A Ultra DMA Mode 0-6 • Default A T A Ultra DMA Modes 6 Buffer Memory Size 2 MB Maximum Write S p eed • CD-R Max.
24 Chapter 1 Audio Interface Vid eo M em or y USB Interface Power Supply DC +5V / 1.3A DC +5V V oltage Allowance DC +5V (5% (Operating), DC +5V(8% (S tart Up)) ±5% Ripple Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek ALC268 /ALC888S-VC Azadia Codec Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or S tereo S tereo Resolution 2.
Chapter 1 25 System Board Major Chips Keyboard Battery Item Controller Core logic AMD CPU S1g2 Processor (Griffin Series-T urion/Sempron) VGA Integrated with MCP77MH chipset LAN Broadcom BCM5764M / BCM5787M USB 2.0 Integrated with MCP77MH chipset Super I/O controller N/A MODEM Lite-on T60M955.
26 Chapter 1 LCD 14.1” LCD Inverter Item Specification V endo r/mode l name LG .Philips/LP141WX3, AUO/B141EW04 V4, Chimei/N141I3 - L02, Samsung/L TN141W3-L01 Screen Diagonal 14.1 inches Active Area (mm) 303. 36 H) x 189.6 (V) Display Area 353.45 (H) x 198.
Chapter 1 27 AC Adapter System Power Manag ement Item Specification V endo r & mo del name Adapter DEL T A 65W / SADP-65KB DF A LF level 4 Adapter Lite-ON 65W / P A-1650 -0 2AC LF level 4 Adapter HIPRO 65W / HP-OK065B13 LED LF level 4 Input rating 90V ~ 240V Maximum input AC current 1.
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Chapter 2 29 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration prog ram built into y our computer ’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Y our compute r is already properly configured and optimi zed, and you do not need to run this utility .
30 Chapter 2 Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer ha rdware information. NOTE: The system information is su bject to diff erent models. Parameter Description CPU T ype This field shows the CP U type and spee d of the system.
Chapter 2 31 Main The Main screen allows th e user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable bo ot option and recovery . NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only . Actual values may differ . The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
32 Chapter 2 Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to c onfigu re the various advanced BIOS options. IMPORT ANT : Making incorrect settings to item s on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjus ti ng these items, we re commend that you leave these setti ngs at the default values.
Chapter 2 33 Enable Multimedia T imer Enable [ Ye s ] or Di sable [No] Multimedia T imer support. N/A W atchdog Timer Disable or Enable the OS W atchdog Timer using ACPI WDA T .
34 Chapter 2 iGPU - Chipset Enter the iGPU - Chipset menu. • Integrate d Grap hic • Video Memo ry • H ybrid Graphics •m G P U n P W •M X M L V D S / T V •M X M C R T / D V I • Panel Scaling • Bo ot Display • P referred TV Connecto r • T V Format LCD Panel type Se lect the correct LCD panel type for testing purpo ses.
Chapter 2 35 Security The Security screen co ntains parameters that help sa feguard and protect your co mputer from unautho ri zed use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
36 Chapter 2 Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supe rvisor Password parameter and press the Enter key . The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. T ype a password in the “Ente r New Password” field.
Chapter 2 37 Changing a Password 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supe rvisor Password parameter and press the Enter key . The Set Password box appears. 2. T ype the current passw or d in the Enter Curr en t Pa ssw or d field and press Enter .
38 Chapter 2 Boot This menu allows the user to deci de the order of boot devices to l oad the operating syste m. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk dr ive and the DVD drive in the module bay .
Chapter 2 39 Power The Power screen allows th e user to configure various CPU and power managemen t op tions and device wakeup behavior . The table below describes the items, menus, and submenus in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter setting s.
40 Chapter 2 AltVid Enable or disable AltVid functionality . Disabled or Enabled ASPM (L0s/L1s) Enable or disable Active S tate Power Management (ASPM) states for L0s and L1. Disa ble L0s , Disable L1, Enabled, or Disabled PCIE Lane Swizzle Enable or disable PCIE Lane Swizzle for PCIE x 16 slot.
Chapter 2 41 Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made an d qui t th e BIOS Utility . The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setu p and save your changes to CMOS.
42 Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory upd ate is required for th e following con ditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash util ity to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
Chapter 2 43 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with remo ving HDD /BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: • If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, “HDD password error code” would display on the screen. See the image below . • If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW .
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Chapter 2 45 Remove BIOS Pas sword: • If you key in wrong Supervisor Password for thre e time, “System Disabled” would display on the screen. See the image below . • If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem, you can run BIOS_PW .EXE 1.
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Chapter 3 47 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-s tep procedures on how to disass emble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting .
48 Chapter 3 General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make su re that you do the following: 1. T urn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cab les from the system.
Chapter 3 49 External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graph ic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during serv icing .
50 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1. T urn computer over . 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock l atch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery relea se latch to the release pos ition (1), the n slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2).
Chapter 3 51 Removing the Express Dummy Card 1. Push the Express Dummy Card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot..
52 Chapter 3 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..
Chapter 3 53 Removing the Lower Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50. 2. See “Removing the Express Dummy Card” on page 51. 3. See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 52. 4. Loosen the nine (captive) screws to allow access to memory , HDD, and WLAN bays.
54 Chapter 3 Removing the DIMM Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 53. 2. Push out the release securing cli ps on both sides of the DIMM socket to re lease the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module.
Chapter 3 55 Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 53. 2. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WL AN board. 3. Move the cables away and remove the two scre ws on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype WLAN Module M2.
56 Chapter 3 4. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN boar d, make sure the cables are arranged properly .
Chapter 3 57 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 53. 2. Remove the two securing screws. 3. Use the pull-tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove. NOTE: T o prevent damage to device, avoid pressin g down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
58 Chapter 3 4. Remove the four screws (two on each side of th e bracket) securing the hard disk to the ca rri er . 5. Remove the HDD from the carrie r .
Chapter 3 59 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 53. 2. Use a screw driver to push the module through the chassis. 3. Pull the optical drive modul e out from th e ma in unit. 4. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to ejec t th e ODD tray .
60 Chapter 3 5. Carefully press down on the locking catch to release the ODD cover .Remove the cover . 6. Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket a nd remove the ODD bracke t from the opti cal disk drive module.
Chapter 3 61 Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Ste p Size Quanti ty Acer Part No. Switch Cover M2.5*4 3 86.T23V7.0 09 LCD Module M2.5*6.5 4 86.ARE07.001 M2*3 4 86.A0 8V7.005 LED Board M2.5*4 1 86.T23V7.0 09 Upper Cover M2.
62 Chapter 3 Finger Print Reader M2.5*4 1 86.T23 V7.009 Bluetooth Board M2*3 1 86.A08V7.005 Mainboard M2.5*4 2 86.T23 V7.009 Modem Board M2.5*4 2 86.T23V7.0 09 I/O Board M2.5*3 2 86.A03V7 .0 1 0 Thermal Module N/A 4 N/A M2.5*4 1 86. T23V7.009 Ste p Size Quanti ty Acer Part No.
Chapter 3 63 Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover ma y cause damage to the outer casing. It is recommended that only fingers are us ed to remove the Switch Cover . 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50.
64 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 63. 2. Lift the keyboard up and turn over to expose the T ouch Pad area. 3. Disconnect the keyboard FFC from the mainboard to remove the keyboard. 4. Lift and remove the keyboard.
Chapter 3 65 Removing the Antenna Cables 1. See “Removing the Keyboard ” on page 64. 2. Ensure the Antenna Cables are disconnected. 3. T urn the computer over .
66 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the WLAN Module” on page 55. 2. See “Removing the Antenna Cables” on page 65. 3. Remove the two securing screw s from the bottom of the cha ssis. 4. T urn the computer over . Disconne ct th e following two cables from the chassis.
Chapter 3 67 5. Remove the six securing screws (including the groun ding wire screw) from the LCD module. 6. Carefully remove the LCD module from th e chassis. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype LCD Module (red callout) M2*3 4 LCD Module (green callout) M2.
68 Chapter 3 Removing the LED Board 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 63. 2. Remove the LED board FFC. 3. Remove the securing scre w and lift the LED board.
Chapter 3 69 Removing the Upper Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 50. 2. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 66. 3. T urn the computer over . Remove the eleven screws on the bottom panel. 4. T urn the comp uter over . Remove the seven screws on the top panel.
70 Chapter 3 5. Locate the cables connecting th e mainboard to the Upper Cover as shown. Release the securing latches and disconnect A as shown. Release the securi ng latches and disconnect B as shown. Disconnect C as sho wn. Release the securi ng latches and discon nect D as shown.
Chapter 3 71 6. Remove the upper cover by lifting upward from the chassis. Disconnect E as shown..
72 Chapter 3 Removing the Launch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 69. 2. Remove the three screws from the Launch Board. 3. Disconnect the Launch Boa rd FFC as shown 4. Lift the Launch Board clear of the Upper Cover . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Launch Board M2.
Chapter 3 73 Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 69. 2. T urn the cover over and remove the four screw s securing the S peakers to the Uppe r Cover . 3. Lift up the lef t speaker to allow access to the c ables.Becareful not to pull dama ge th e speaker cables.
74 Chapter 3 5. Remove the cable from t he cable channel as shown. 6. While lifting the mylar cover , pull th rough the finger print reader cable and touchpad FFC to expose the speaker cable.
Chapter 3 75 8. Remove the seven screws fro m the HDD plate. 9. Lift the HDD plate and continue to pull out the speaker cable. 10. Ensure the speaker cable is removed from the cable channel and lift up the right speaker . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype S peaker Module M2.
76 Chapter 3 Removing the Finger Print Reader 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 69. 2. Disconnect the Finger Print Reader cable. 3. Remove the securing screw from the Finger Print Reader board. 4. Remove the bracket. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Finger Print Reader M2.
Chapter 3 77 5. Remove the Finger Print Reader board. Removing the Touch Pad Module IMPORT ANT : The T ouch Pad is integrated into the design of the Upper Cover . T o replace the T ouch Pad, remove all components from the Upper Cover and install an entirely new Upper Cove r .
78 Chapter 3 Removing the Bluetooth board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 69. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the mainboard. 3. Remove the single securing screw from the Bluetooth board. 4. Carefully lift the Bluetooth board from the mainboard.
Chapter 3 79 5. Disconnect the cable from the bluetooth board..
80 Chapter 3 Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Upper Cove r” on page 69. 2. Remove the two securing screw s from the Mainboard. 3. Ease the casing o utward and remove the mainboard, rightside fi rst, as shown. Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype Mainboard M2.
Chapter 3 81 Removing the Modem Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80. 2. Remove the adhesive tape and two securing screws from the module. 3. Lift the Modem module from the Mainboard. 4. T urn the Modem module over and disco nnect the mo dem cable from the board.
82 Chapter 3 Removing the I/O Board 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80. 2. T urn the mainboard over , and remove the two securing screws from the I/O Board. 3. Lift the I/O Board clear of the Lower cover . Ste p Size Quantity Screw T ype I/O Board M2.
Chapter 3 83 Removing the Thermal/Fan Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80. 2. Remove the five securing screws from the Fan module and heatsink. 3. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard. 4. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
84 Chapter 3 Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Therma l/Fan Module” on page 83. 2. Using a flat screwdriver , turn the CPU socke t latch counter-clockwi se to release the CPU.
Chapter 3 85 LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw List Ste p Size Quanti ty Acer Part No. LCD Bezel M 2.5*5 6 86.ARE07 .
86 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 66. 2. Remove the six rubber covers and screws. 3. S t art from the edges of the bezel, use your fingers to pry the bezel upward an d outward from the LCD pane l . If ne ce ssa ry , use a plastic pry to release th e cor ners of the bezel.
Chapter 3 87 4. Continue lifting the bezel as shown. 5. User your fingers to pry the bott om of the beze l upwards and re move it from the LCD Module..
88 Chapter 3 Removing the Inverter Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 86. 2. Hold the Inverter board by both ends and lift up to clear the casing.
Chapter 3 89 Removing the Camera Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 86. 2. Lift the camera board up and away from the back cover . 3. Disconnect the camera cable fro m the camera board.
90 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 86. 2. See “Removing the Inverter Board” on page 88. 3. Remove the six securing scr ews from the LCD Module .
Chapter 3 91 Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 90. 2. T urn the LCD panel over to expose the rear . Li ft up the adhesive pads and detach the cables. 3. Remove the four securing screws (two on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets.
92 Chapter 3 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Align the LCD brackets with the four screw holes (two on each side) on the LCD Panel as shown. 2. Secure the LCD brackets to the LCD panel. 3. T urn the panel over . Insert the LCD Panel cable into the LCD Panel as shown.
Chapter 3 93 4. Align the LCD Pa nel cable as shown and re-attach the adhesive pads. 5. T urn the panel over and place it in the LCD casing as shown. 6.
94 Chapter 3 Replacing the Camera Module Replacing the Inverter Board 1. Connect the camera cable to the camera board. 2. Replace the camera bo ard in the LCD casin g 1. Connect the left and right inve rter cables to the inverter board. 2. Replace the Inverter board in th e LCD casing as sho wn.
Chapter 3 95 Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Locate the bezel correctl y and press down the edges until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module.
96 Chapter 3 Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU 1. Align the CPU as shown and place the CPU in the socket. IMPORT ANT : Ensure that the Pin-1 corner of the CPU is co rrectly al igned with the Pin-1 locator on the socket. 2. Using a plastic screw dri ver (recommended), lock the CPU in the so cket as shown.
Chapter 3 97 Replacing the Thermal/Fan Module 1. Align the Thermal Mod ule with the screw hol es around the CPU an d replace the mod ule. 2. Replace the five securing screws in the Fan modul e and he atsink.
98 Chapter 3 Replacing the I/O Board Replacing the Modem Module 1. Align the I/O Board with the mainboard screw holes and place it as shown. 2. Replace the two securing screws. 1. Reconnect the modem cable to the module. 2. Align the Mod em module as shown and push down to connect the interface.
Chapter 3 99 Replacing the Mainboard Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Ensure that the Mainbo ard is face up (the He atsink and CPU are not visible). Place the mainboard in the chassis, left side first, and press down to install.
100 Chapter 3 Replacing the Touch Pad Module 1. Connect the T ouch Pad cable to the T ouch Pad bo ard. NOTE: The T ouch Pa d is integrated into the design of the Upper Co ver .
Chapter 3 101 Replacing the Finger Print Reader Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Replace the Finger Print Reader board. 2. Replace the Fi ngerprint Reader bracke t. 3. Replace the single securing screw . 4. Connect the Finger Prin t Reader cable. 1. Replace the right speaker and align so that the screw sockets are visible.
102 Chapter 3 2. Lift the HDD plate and insert the cable along the housing guid es. 3. Replace the seven screw s in the HDD pl ate. 4. With one hand carefully lift up the mylar cover and continue inserting the cable in place as shown. 5. Lift up the mylar cover and replace the finger print reader cable and touchpad FFC over the speaker cable.
Chapter 3 103 6. Carefully pul l back mylar cover as shown. 7. Insert the cable along i ts guides on the right side of the upper cover . NOTE: Ensure that the cable is properly inserted inside the housin g guides before replacing the mylar cover . 8. Replace the left speaker in the upper cover .
104 Chapter 3 Replacing the Launch Board Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Place the Launch board in the upper cover . 2. Replace the FFC and close the locking latch. 3. Replace the three securing screws. 1. Place the Upper Cover on the lower cover as shown.
Chapter 3 105 3. Locate the following cables on the Upper Cover . Replace A as shown and close the locking latch. Replace B as shown and close the locking latch.
106 Chapter 3 Connect E as shown. 4. Replace the seven screws securing the Uppe r Cover to the Lower Cover . 5. T urn the comp ut er ov er and replace th e eleven screws shown.
Chapter 3 107 Replacing the LED Board Replacing the LCD Module 1. Place the LED Board on the Upper Cover as shown. 2. Connect the FFC and close the locking latch. 3. Replace the single securing screw . 1. Align the LCD hinges as shown and place the hinges in the Upper Cover .
108 Chapter 3 Replacing the Antenna Cables IMPORT ANT : Ensure that the antenna cabl es ar e not pinched under the LCD hing e. 3. Replace the two securing screws in the right side hinge. 4. Connect th e LCD cables as shown. 5. Ensure that the LCD cables follow the cable channel and use all the available clips.
Chapter 3 109 Replacing the Keyboard 1. T urn the keyboard over to expose the FFC, and use the pull-tab to insert the FFC into the connector . 2. Close the locking latch to secure the FFC in place. 3. T urn the keyboard over , taking care not to detach the FFC from the Mainboard.
11 0 Chapter 3 Replacing the Switch Cover Replacing the ODD Module 1. Place the Swit ch Cover i nt o th e U ppe r Cove r , rear edge first, and rotate down into position. 2. Press down as shown to snap the centre of the cover into place. 3. Press down on the edges of the cover to snap it into place.
Chapter 3 111 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module NOTE: T o prevent damage to device, avoid pressin g down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 3. Push the ODD module into the ODD bay as shown. 4. Ensure that the ODD is flush with the chassi s and the screw socket is align ed with the screw socket in the lower base.
11 2 Chapter 3 Replacing the WLAN Module 3. Place the HDD assembly in the HDD bay and push in the direction shown to connect the in terface. 4. Replace the tw o securi ng sc rew s. 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WL AN socket. 2. Rep l ac e the two securing screw s .
Chapter 3 11 3 Replacing the DIMM Modules NOTE: If DIMM modules are no t installed properly , the compute r does not boot, and no service error is displayed. Replacing the Lower Cover 1. Align the notch in the connector with the no tch in the module and slide the DIMM module fi rmly in place.
11 4 Chapter 3 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot and press unt il it clicks in to place. Replacing the ExpressCard Dummy Card 1. Insert the ExpressCard i nto the slot and p ress until it clicks in to place. Replacing the Battery 1.
Chapter 4 11 5 Troubleshooting Common Problems Use the following procedure as a gui de for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnosti c tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false e rrors and invalid system responses.
11 6 Chapter 4 Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following acti ons 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 fo llow ing actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Chapter 4 11 7 No Display Issue If the Displa y 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 foll owing actions one at a time to correct the problem.
11 8 Chapter 4 Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally , perform the following actions one at a time to correct the proble m. 1. Reboot the computer . 2. If permanent vertical/h orizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced.
Chapter 4 11 9 LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a ti me to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the foll owing actions one at a ti me to correct the pro blem.
120 Chapter 4 Touch Pad Failure If the To u c h P a d doe sn’t work, perform the following action s on e at a time to correct the problem. Do no t replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the probl em.
Chapter 4 121 Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, p erform 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 .
122 Chapter 4 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 Mic rophones do no op erate correctl y , perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Chapter 4 123 HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not op erate correctly , perform the following ac ti ons 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.
124 Chapter 4 ODD Failure If the ODD fails, perform the following acti ons one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits a.
Chapter 4 125 c. Check that th ere are no yellow exc l amation marks against the items in l D E ATA / ATA P I c o n t r o l l e r s . If a device has an exclamation mark, right-click on t he device and uninstall and reinstall the driver . d. Check that there are no yellow excl amation marks against the items in DVD/CD-ROM drives .
126 Chapter 4 d. Repeat for the other A T A Devices shown if applicable. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the foll owing actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Restart the computer and press F2 to e nter the BIOS Utility .
Chapter 4 127 USB Failure (Rightside) If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actio ns one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Modem Function Failure If the internal Modem fails, perform the followin g actions one at a time to correct the problem.
128 Chapter 4 Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform th e following actions one at a time to correct th e problem. Do not replace a non- defective FRUs: EasyTouch Button Failure If the Ace r EasyT ouch buttons fail, perform the following action s one at a time to correct the problem.
Chapter 4 129 MediaTouch Button Failure If the Acer MediaT ouch buttons fail, perform the following actions one at a time to corre ct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Fingerprint Reader Failure If the Fingerp rint Reader fails, pe rform th e following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
130 Chapter 4 Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the follo wing actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: HDTV Switch Failure If the HDTV Switch fails, perform th e following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Chapter 4 131 External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correc t th e problem. 1. T ry an alternative mouse. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, i nsert new batteries a nd confirm there is a goo d connection.
132 Chapter 4 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons th at have nothin g to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electros tatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring prob lem exists.
Chapter 4 133 POST Codes Tables These tables describe the chipset and core POST c odes, functions, phases, and componen ts for the POST . Chipset POST Codes The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST .
134 Chapter 4 0x32 Program the Egress po rt timings PEI chipset/MRC 0x33 Program the Memory IO registers PEI chipset/MRC 0x34 Perform st eps requ ired before JEDEC PEI chipset/MRC 0x35 Perform JEDEC m.
Chapter 4 135 Core POST Codes The following table details the core POST codes and functions used in the POST . 0xF3 #define MEM_ERR_RCVEN_FINDCENTER (CalibrateRcvenF orGroup) PEI chipset/MRC 0xFZ #def.
136 Chapter 4 0x82 Initialize the CPU Crisis Recovery Core 0x89 Set Huge Segment Crisis Recovery Core 0x83 Initialize system timer Crisis Recovery Core 0x84 Initialize system I/O Crisis Recovery Core .
Chapter 4 137 0x09 TCG log event failed DXE TCG 0x09 Setup event log failed DXE TCG 0x12 TIS set active locality failed DXE TCG 0x12 TIS relinquish acti ve locality failed DXE TCG 0x12 TIS wait comman.
138 Chapter 4 0x1A Initia lize DMA command regi ster with these setting s: 1. Memory to memory disabled 2. Channel 0 hold address disabled 3. Controller enabled 4. Normal timing 5. Fixed priority 6. Late write selection 7. DREQ sense active 8. DACK sense active low .
Chapter 4 139 0x4C Shadow video BIOS ROM if specified b y Setup, and CMOS is valid and the previous boot was OK. LBT Core 0x59 Register POST Display Services, fon ts, and languages with the POST Dispatch Manager . LBT Core 0x57 Initialize 1394 Firewire LBT Core 0xD6 Initialize PC ca rd LBT Core 0x58 T est for unexpected inte rrupts.
140 Chapter 4 0x6A Di splay external cache size on the scre en if it is non- zero. LBT Core 0x6C Disp lay shadow message L BT Core 0xCA post EISA init LBT Core 0x70 Check flags in CMOS and in the T rustedCore data area for errors detected during POST .
Chapter 4 141 0x8B Setup interrupt vector and present bit in Equipment byte. LBT Core 0x95 1. Check CMOS for CD-ROM drive present 2. Activate the drive by checking for media present 3. Check sector 1 1h (17) for Boot Record V olume Descriptor 4. Check the boot catalog for validity 5.
142 Chapter 4 0xB5 F ade out OEM Logo or post string LBT Core 0xC5 End hotkey detection (Serve r BIOS ) LBT Core 0xBE If BCP option is enabled, clear the screen before booting. LBT Core 0xB6 If password on boot is ena bled, a call is made to Setup to check password.
Chapter 5 143 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View No. Description No. Description No. Description 1 E-Key Switch 12 T ou ch Pad Connector 23 Charger LED 2 LCD Power IC 13 +2.
144 Chapter 5 Bottom View No. Description No. Description 1 LAN Chipset 15 N ew Card Power IC 2 North Bridge MCP77MH 16 +1.1V_S5 Power IC 3 CPU Socket 17 MDC Connector 4 CPU Power IC 18 Amplifier IC 5.
Chapter 5 145 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating proce dures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 4530/4230. Aspire 4530/4230 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for cl earin g password check, and one Hotke y for enabling BIOS Reco very .
146 Chapter 5 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a spec ial 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.
Chapter 6 147 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listi ng in global configurations of Aspire 4530/4230. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization).
148 Chapter 6 Aspire 4530/4230 Exploded Diagram Main Assembly Item Description Part Number 1 Middle Cover 42.ARE07.001 2 Upper Cover 60.ARE07.001 3 Thermal Module 60.ARE07.008 4 Lower Cover 60.ARE07.003 5 Thermal Cover 42.AR E07.002 6 FFC Ca ble LED (3V , 58.
Chapter 6 149 LCD Assembly Item Description Part Number 1 LCD Bezel 60.ARE07.005 2 LCD Assy (IMR) 60.ARE07.004 3 LCD (TFT) 14 .1 ” Pan e l LK.14105. 0 18 4 Camera Board 57.ARE07.001 5 Inverter 19.TPK07.001 6 LCD Cab l e Assy 50.ARE07 .0 03 7 LCD Hinge_L 33.
150 Chapter 6 Aspire 4530/4230 FRU List Category Description Part Number Adapter ADAPTER 65W 3PIN DEL T A SADP-65KB DF A AP .065 01.013 ADAPTER 65W LITEON P A-1650-02AC LF AP .06503.016 ADAPTER 65W 3PIN HIPRO AC-OK065B13 AP .0650A.010 Battery Battery SANYO AS-2007A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON Normal T ype BT .
Chapter 6 151 Cable PWR CORD V943B3000121 8008 DANISH 3P 27.A03V7.006 PWR CORD(ISR)1.8M 3PBLK FZ0I0008 -038 27.T A TV7.005 PWR CORD V50CB3T3012180QD TW-1 10V ,3P 27.A99V7 .0 02 POWER CORD(SWI)1.8M 3PBLAC K FZ0 10008-01 1 27.A99V7.004 POWER CORD(IT) 1.
152 Chapter 6 DUMMY EXPRESS CARD 42.ARE07.003 DUMMY 4 IN 1 CARD 42.TG607.005 CPU CPU AMD Athlon64X2 QL60 PGA 1.9G 1M 638 35W Griffin B1 KC.AQL02.600 CPU AMD T urionX2 RM70 PGA 2.0G 1M 638 35W Griffin B1 KC.TRM02.70 0 CPU AMD T urionX2 ZM80 PGA 2.1G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 KC.
Chapter 6 153 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.AHS07.002 HDD HDD SEAGA TE 2.5" 5400 rpm 120GB ST9120817AS Corsair SA T A LF F/W :3.AAA KH.12001.032 HDD HGST 5400rpm 120GB HTS542512K9SA00 Bronco-B SA T A II LF F/W :C31P KH.12007.0 14 HDD(160G) ST9160827AS 9DG133-188 STN B/S SEAGA TE F/ W:3.
154 Chapter 6 Keyboard Keyboard 14_15KB-FV3 Black 88KS US International (Aspire Black) KB.INT00.442 Keyboard 14_15KB-FV3 Black 88KS US International Hebrew (Aspire Black) KB.INT00.443 Keyboard 14_15KB-FV3 Black 89KS UK (Aspire Bla ck) KB.INT00.444 Keyboard 14_15KB-FV3 Black 89KS Turkish (Aspire Black) KB.
Chapter 6 155 INVERTER B OARD 19.TPK07.001 LCD CABLE 50.ARE07.003 LCD COVER IMR W/MIC, CAMERA CABLE, ANTENNA 60.ARE07.004 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60.ARE07.005 LCD BRACKET W/HIN G E - R 33.ARE07.004 LCD BRACKET W/HIN G E - L 33.ARE07.005 CCD MODULE 0.3M 57.ARE07.
156 Chapter 6 LCD BRACKET W/HIN G E - R 33.ARE07.004 LCD BRACKET W/HIN G E - L 33.ARE07.005 Mainboard MAINBOARD UMA NVIDIA MCP77MH GIGA W/CARD READER, EXPRESS CARD W/O CPU RAM MB.ARE06 .001 Memory SO-DIMM DDRII667 512MB NT512T64UH8B0FN-37C (0.09U)'NANY A KN.
Chapter 6 157 Screw List Category Description Part Number Screw List SCREW M2.5*4 86.T23V7.009 SCREW M2.5*6.5 86.ARE07.001 SCREW M2.5*5 86.ARE07.003 SCREW M2*3 86.
Appendix A 158 Model Definition and Configuration Appendix A.
159 Appendix A Aspire 4530/4230 Series Model RO Country Acer Part no Description AS4230- 401G12Mn PA A C L A - Portuguese LX.AP A0Y .010 AS4230-401G12Mn VHB32A TXC1 MC UM AC E 1*1 G/ 120/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_XC21 AS4230- 401G12Mn PA A C L A - Portuguese LX.
Appendix A 160 AS4230- 401G16Mn PA A C L A - Portuguese LX.AP90Y .022 AS4230-401G16Mn EM VHB32A TXC2 MC UMAE 1*1G/ 160/6L/5R/CB_bgn_HG_XC21 AS4230- 401G16Mn PA A C L A - Portuguese LX.AP90Y .023 AS4230-401G16Mn VHB32A TXC2 MC UMAE 1*1G/160/ 6L/5R/CB_bgn_HG_XC22 AS4230- 401G16Mn PA A C L A - Portuguese LX.
161 Appendix A AS4230- 401G12Mn PA A C L A - S panish LX.AP90C.001 AS4230-401G12Mn LINPUSAEA3 UMAE 1*1G/120/6L/ 5R/CB_bgn_HG_EN61 AS4230- 401G16Mn P A U SA LX.AP90Y .012 AS4230-401G16Mn VHB32A TUS1 MC UMAE 1*1G/160/ 6L/5R/CB_bgn_HG_EN33 AS4230- 401G16Mn P A U SA LX.
Appendix A 162 AS4530- 601G16Mi EMEA Denmark LX.ARE0X.004 AS4530-601G16Mi VHP32A TDK1 MC UMACE 1*1G/ 160/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_NO13 AS4530- 703G32Mi EMEA Denmark LX.ARE0X.055 AS4530-703G32Mi VHP32A TDK1 MC UMACE 2G+1G/ 320/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_NO13 AS4530- 603G32Mi EMEA Denmark LX.
163 Appendix A AS4530- 702G25Mn PA A C L A - S panish LX.ARE0X.106 AS4530-702G25Mn EM VHP32A TEA3 MC UMACE 2*1G/250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES22 AS4530- 702G25Mi PA A C L A - S panish LX.ARE0X.065 AS4530-702G25Mi VHP32A TEA3 MC UMACE 1*2G/ 250/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.
Appendix A 164 AS4530- 860516Mn AAP Singapore LX.ARE0C.006 AS4530-860516Mn LINPUSASG1 UMACE 1*512/160/ BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN1 1 AS4530- 600525Mn AAP Singapore LX.ARE0C.007 AS4530-600525Mn LINPUSASG1 UMACE 1*512/250/ BT/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN1 1 AS4530- 700525Mn AAP Singapore LX.
165 Appendix A AS4530- 601G12Mn AAP Singapore LX.ARE0Y .003 AS4530-601G12Mn VHB32A TSG1 MC UMACE 1*1G/ 120/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN12 AS4530- 601G12Mn AAP Singapore LX.ARE0C.018 AS4530-601G12Mn LINPUSASG1 UMACE 1*1G/120/ 6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN1 1 AS4530- 602G25Mi EMEA Eastern Europe LX.
Appendix A 166 AS4530- 703G32Mi AAP Singapore LX.ARE0X.058 AS4530-703G32Mi VHP32A TSG1 MC UMAC E 1G+2G/ 320/BT/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_ZH31 AS4530- 802G32Mn AAP Singapore LX.ARE0X.057 AS4530-802G32Mn VHP32A T SG1 MC UMACE 1*2G/ 320/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ZH31 AS4530- 802G16Mn AAP Singapore LX.
167 Appendix A AS4530- 702G25Mi P A C anada LX.ARE0X.074 AS4530-702G25Mi VHP32A TCA2 MC UMACE 1*2G/ 250/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_HG_FR34 AS4530- 602G25Mn P A C anada LX.ARE0X.098 AS4530-602G25Mn VHP32A TCA2 MC UMACE 2*1G/ 250/6L/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_FR31 AS4530- 602G16Mi P A C anada LX.
Appendix A 168 AS4530- 601G16C CHINA China LX.ARD0C.004 AS4530-601G16C LINPUSACN1 UMACEF 1*1G/ 160/ 6L/5R/CB_FP_0.3D_HG_EN91 AS4530- 702G25Mi P A U SA LX.ARD0X.002 AS4530-702G25Mi VHP32A TUS1 MC UMACEF 1*2G/ 250/6L/5R/CB_bg_FP_0.3D_HG_EN32 AS4530- 803G25Mi P A U SA LX.
169 Appendix A AS4530- 701G16Cn CHINA China LX.ARD0Y .032 AS4530- 701G16Cn VHB32A TCN1 MC UMACEF 1*1 G/ 160/6L/5R/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_HG_SC1 1 AS4530- 700512Mn AAP Philippines LX.ARD0C.020 AS4530-700512Mn LINPUSAPH1 UMACEF 1*512/120/ 6L/5R/CB_bgn_FP_0.3D_HG_EN1 1 AS4530- 701G12Mn AAP Philippines LX.
Appendix A 170 AS4530- 802G25Mi P A C anada LX.ARD0X.030 AS4530-802G25Mi VHP32A TCA2 MC UMACEF 1*2G/ 250/6L/5R/CB_bg_FP_0.3D_HG_FR31 AS4530- 802G25Mi P A C anada LX.ARD0X.029 AS4530-802G25Mi VHP32A TCA2 MC UMACEF 1*2G/ 250/6L/5R/CB_bg_FP_0.3D_HG_FR34 AS4530- 602G25Mn P A C anada LX.
171 Appendix A AS4230- 401G16Mn SMPSI 4025W N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4230- 401G16Mn SMPSI 4025W N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4230- 401G16Mn SMPSI 4025W N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.
Appendix A 172 AS4230- 401G16Mn SMPSI 4025W N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4230- 401G16Mn SMPSI 4025W N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4230- 401G16Mn SMPSI 4025W N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.
173 Appendix A AS4530- 702G25Mi A TRM70 N14.1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 N N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 601G16Mn AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4530- 702G16Mn A TRM70 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4530- 702G25Mn A TRM70 N14.
Appendix A 174 AS4530- 601G16Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 601G16Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 603G25Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG BT 2.
175 Appendix A AS4530- 601G16Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 601G16Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 601G16Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 601G16Mi AAQL60 N14.
Appendix A 176 AS4530- 702G12Mn A TRM70 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N120G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.0 AS4530- 701G12Mn A TRM70 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N120G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.0 AS4530- 802G25Mn AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250G B 5.
177 Appendix A AS4530- 603G16Mn AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 SO1GBII6 N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN N AS4530- 700516Mn A TRM70 N14.1 WXGAG SO512MBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.0 AS4530- 721G16Mn A TRM72 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.
Appendix A 178 AS4530- 602G16Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 601G16Mn AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.0 AS4530- 601G16Mn AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 N N160G B 5.
179 Appendix A AS4530- 802G25Mi AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 N N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 802G25Mi AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 N N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 802G25Mi AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 N N250G B 5.
Appendix A 180 AS4530- 802G25Mi AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 N N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG N AS4530- 604G25Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi BG BT 2.0 AS4530- 604G32Mi AAQL60 N14.1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N320G B 5.
181 Appendix A AS4530- 802G25Mn AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO1GBII6 SO1GBII6 N250G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.0 AS4530- 824G32Mn AT U Z M 8 2 N 1 4 . 1 WXGAG SO2GBII6 SO2GBII6 N320G B 5.4KS NSM8XS 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN BT 2.0 AS4530- 804G32Mn AT U Z M 8 0 N 1 4 .
Appendix A 182.
Appendix B 183 Test Compatible Components This computer ’s compat ibility is tested and verified by Acer ’s internal testing department. All of it s system functions are tested under Windows ® XP Home, Windows ® XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter ca rds, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
184 Appendix B Microsoft ® Windows ® Vista Environment Test V end or Ty p e Description Adapter F0000183 DEL T A CN 65W Adapter DEL T A 6 5W 1.7x5.5x1 1 SADP-65KB DF A LF level 4 10001023 LITE-ON 65W Adap ter LITE-ON 65W 1.7x5.5 x 1 1 P A-1650-02AC LF level 4 60002015 HIPRO 65W Adap ter HIPRO 65W 19V 1.
Appendix B 185 60001922 TOSHIBA DIGI N160GB5.4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB MK1646GSX Leo BS SA T A I LF F/W:LB1 13J 60002005 HGST SG N1 60GB5.4KS HDD HGST 2.5" 5400rpm 160GB HTS54 2516K9SA00 Bronco- B SA T A II LF F/W:C31P 60001994 WD N160GB5.
186 Appendix B 23418669 HLDS NSM8XS ODD HLDS Sup er-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GSA-T50N LF W/O bezel SA T A Malaysia Keyboard 820123 DARFON 14_15KB-FV3 Black Keyboard 14_15KB-FV3 Black McKinley/Eig.
Appendix C 187 Online Support Information This section describe s online techni cal support services a vailable to help yo u repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor , dealer , ASP or TPM, please re fer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office.
188 Appendix C.
189 A AFLASH Utility 42 B Battery Pack 50 BIOS package 18 password control 18 ROM size 18 ROM type 18 vendor 18 Version 18 BIOS Supports protoco l 18 BIOS Utility 29–42 Advanced 32 Boot 38 Exit 41 N.
190 Launch Bo ard 72 LCD Bezel 86 LCD Brackets 91 LCD Failure 119 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 85 LCD Panel 90 lower cover 53 M Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 61 Mainboard 80 media access on indi.
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