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...System Block Diagram 6 Discrete Model 6 UMA Model 7 Your Acer Notebook tour 8 Front View 8 Rear View 9 Left ...System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the BIOS Utility 29 Aspire AS5552/AS5552G BIOS 30 Information 30 Main 31 Security 32 Boot 35...40 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 41 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 45 Disassembly Requirements 45 Pre-disassembly Instructions 46 Disassembly Process 47 External... the WLAN Module 58 Removing the HDD Module 60 Removing the RTC Battery (UMA Only 62 Main Unit Disassembly Process 63 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart...
...System Block Diagram 6 Discrete Model 6 UMA Model 7 Your Acer Notebook tour 8 Front View 8 Rear View 9 Left ...System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the BIOS Utility 29 Aspire AS5552/AS5552G BIOS 30 Information 30 Main 31 Security 32 Boot 35...40 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 41 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 45 Disassembly Requirements 45 Pre-disassembly Instructions 46 Disassembly Process 47 External... the WLAN Module 58 Removing the HDD Module 60 Removing the RTC Battery (UMA Only 62 Main Unit Disassembly Process 63 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart...
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... Speaker Module 131 Replacing the Upper Cover 132 Replacing the RTC Battery (UMA Only 136 Replacing the HDD Module 137 Replacing the WLAN Module 139 Replacing the DIMM Modules 140 Replacing the 3G Cover (Discrete Only 141 Replacing the Lower Logic Door 142 Replacing the ODD Module 143 Replacing the Keyboard 145 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 146 Replacing the Battery 147 VIII
... Speaker Module 131 Replacing the Upper Cover 132 Replacing the RTC Battery (UMA Only 136 Replacing the HDD Module 137 Replacing the WLAN Module 139 Replacing the DIMM Modules 140 Replacing the 3G Cover (Discrete Only 141 Replacing the Lower Logic Door 142 Replacing the ODD Module 143 Replacing the Keyboard 145 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 146 Replacing the Battery 147 VIII
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Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*5 Quantity 7 Screw Type 7. Turn the computer over. Step Lower Cover Size M2.5*8 (red callout) Quantity 12 M2*3 4 (green callout) NOTE: The lower cover may vary depending on the lower cover and four (4) screws in the battery bay. Screw Type Chapter 3 135 6. Replace the seven (7) screws to secure the upper cover as shown. Replace the twelve (12) screws on your model.
Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*5 Quantity 7 Screw Type 7. Turn the computer over. Step Lower Cover Size M2.5*8 (red callout) Quantity 12 M2*3 4 (green callout) NOTE: The lower cover may vary depending on the lower cover and four (4) screws in the battery bay. Screw Type Chapter 3 135 6. Replace the seven (7) screws to secure the upper cover as shown. Replace the twelve (12) screws on your model.
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Replacing the RTC Battery (UMA Only) 1. Place the RTC battery into the mainboard connector. 136 Chapter 3
Replacing the RTC Battery (UMA Only) 1. Place the RTC battery into the mainboard connector. 136 Chapter 3
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Slide the battery lock in place. Chapter 3 147 Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to secure the battery in the direction shown to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2 1 2.
Slide the battery lock in place. Chapter 3 147 Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to secure the battery in the direction shown to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2 1 2.
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... the Display doesn't work, perform the following actions one at least one of the following actions one until the failure point is discovered. 6. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following occurs: • Fans start up • ...power by one at a time to correct the problem. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. If the Issue is selected. Chapter 4 151 Reseat the memory modules. 7.
... the Display doesn't work, perform the following actions one at least one of the following actions one until the failure point is discovered. 6. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following occurs: • Fans start up • ...power by one at a time to correct the problem. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. If the Issue is selected. Chapter 4 151 Reseat the memory modules. 7.
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... a time to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. c. Click Apply and check the display. If the computer is faulty and should be replaced. 5. If HDD information is not normal, right-click on adjusting settings... to correct the problem. 1. If the Issue is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 245. If...
... a time to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. c. Click Apply and check the display. If the computer is faulty and should be replaced. 5. If HDD information is not normal, right-click on adjusting settings... to correct the problem. 1. If the Issue is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 245. If...
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... the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 9. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 1. See the mouse user manual. 3. Try an alternative program to check the events log for errors. Check Test Fixture is still not... general steps to correct the problem. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection.
... the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 9. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 1. See the mouse user manual. 3. Try an alternative program to check the events log for errors. Check Test Fixture is still not... general steps to correct the problem. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection.
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... not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are found, replace the FRU. 3. NOTE: Verify that all of the failure is detected, do the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive...
... not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are found, replace the FRU. 3. NOTE: Verify that all of the failure is detected, do the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive...
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A AFLASH Utility 37 Antennas Removing 97, 99 Replacing 101 B Battery Replacing 147 Battery Pack Removing 49 BIOS Utility 29-37 Exit 36 Navigating 29 Onboard Device Configuration 33 Save and Exit 36 System Security 36 Bluetooth Module (Discrete) ...Removing 75 Board Layout Top View 167, 169 brightness hotkeys 15 C Camera Module Removing 91, 92, 108 Replacing 107, 110, 113 Cardreader Board Removing 71...
A AFLASH Utility 37 Antennas Removing 97, 99 Replacing 101 B Battery Replacing 147 Battery Pack Removing 49 BIOS Utility 29-37 Exit 36 Navigating 29 Onboard Device Configuration 33 Save and Exit 36 System Security 36 Bluetooth Module (Discrete) ...Removing 75 Board Layout Top View 167, 169 brightness hotkeys 15 C Camera Module Removing 91, 92, 108 Replacing 107, 110, 113 Cardreader Board Removing 71...