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    Aspire 5730Z/5330 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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    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates II
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    , manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Disclaimer The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically
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    additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures. IV
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    Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market
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    VI
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    44 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 45 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 47 Disassembly Requirements 47 General Information 48 Pre-disassembly Instructions 48 Disassembly Process 48 External Module Disassembly Process 49 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 49 Removing the Battery Pack 50
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    Clearing Password Check 119 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 120 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series Exploded Diagram 122 Model Definition and Configuration 130 Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series 130 Test Compatible Components 155 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test
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    Online Support Information Index Table of Contents 159 161 IX
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    Table of Contents X
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    Intel® GL40/GM45 Express Chipset* K Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* K Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* K Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* System Memory K Dual-channel SDRAM support K Up to 1 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules* K Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667
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    K Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* K WLAN: jAcer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* jAcer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* K WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+Enhanced to 80% NOTE: "*" "Only for certain models" NOTE: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on
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    System Block Diagram Chapter 1 3
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    2 3 4 5/7 6 8 9 10 4 Icon Item Description Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer Increases the sound volume/Decreases the sound volume. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer.
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    functions like a computer mouse. 12 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 13 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 14 Empowering key Launch Acer Empowering Technology 1 Acer PureZone Two internal stereo microphones for sound recording. Closed Front View 1 Icon
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    from external microphones. Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support ExpressCard/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory
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    2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. Rear View # 1 1 Icon Item Description Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Chapter 1 7
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    release Releases the battery for removal. latch 4 Memory Houses the computer's main memory. compartment 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after and cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do
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    amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-Launch Buttons Located beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. The
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    on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. Function Execute Select Drag Access context menu Left button (2) Quickly click twice. Click once. Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad your touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. 10 Chapter 1
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    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 Num Lock + Scroll Lock + Description
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    Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Application key Description 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
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    controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold > + < > + < > Icon Function Hotkey help Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Brightness up Brightness down
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    text editor or word processor. 2. Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more
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    product specifications may vary. K Acer eAudio window. Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology: 1. Press the Empowering Key to display the Acer Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu
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    You must set the Empowering Technology password to use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management to protect your data. To set the Empowering Technology password: 1. Launch Acer eRecovery Management. 2. Click the Restore tab. 3. Click Password settings. The Empowering Technology
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    eAudio Management (only for certain models) Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby your favorite tunes, in vivid detail. To choose your playback device, click the window. icon on the upper right side of the Acer eAudio Management Chapter 1 17
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    group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In
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    by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. On first use, the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you to
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    to create full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: K Backup: 20 Chapter
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    eRecovery Management" on page 62 in the Acer System User's Guide. NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's Backup factory default to CD/DVD feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your
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    eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: K Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. K Prints and saves hardware specifications. K Lets you set an asset tag for your system. 22
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    status and presentation settings. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: K Use the
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    handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screSetna.rTto aAclclePssrothgisrfaumncstion, please go to SAtacret>rAGllrPidroVgirsatmas and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: Double
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    NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Chapter 1 25
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    ° .C BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version Phoenix 1.04c Specification System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module
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    Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 Bluetooth Interface Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Chapter 1 Specification Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300 723 bps (full speed data rate) Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). USB
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    Bluetooth Interface Item Connector type Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface USB Specification Specification WLAN 802.11ABGN SHIRLEYPEAK1*2 11~54 Mbps, up to 270 Mbps for Draft-N 802.11b+g, Draft-N PCI bus (mini PCI socket for wireless module) Hard Disk Drive
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    Input Voltage Specification TOSHIBA SUPER- CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Audio & Text/Video Video-CD (White Book) - MPEG1 Video CD-R (Orange Book Part) CD-RW & HSRW (Orange Book DVD-RW (Non CPRM & CPRM) DVD°"R Dual Load: Manual Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button) (b) Release by
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    controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA/ 5 in 1 Card Reader Audio Codec Keyboard Item Keyboard controller 30 Specification Realtek 512M GDDR3/ Specification ICH8M 2.0 USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller 3 Two on the right side/one on the front Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Controller
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    number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification 84-/85-key Yes Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Specification Panasonic/Sanyo/Sony/Simplo
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    System Power Management ACPI mode Mech. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Save to Disk (S4) Power Management All devices in the system are turned off completely. OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely. Individual devices such as the
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    Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during POST (when "Press to enter Setup" message is prompted on the bottom of screen). Press F2 to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to "disabled". If you
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    Navigating the BIOS Utility There are five menu options: Information, Main, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: K To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys. K To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys. K To change the value of a parameter, press
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    Aspire 5730 Acer XXXxXxXX-xXxX-XXxx-xXXx-xXXxXXxXxxXX F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu . Displays system BIOS version. This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system. This field shows the keyboard This field displays
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    System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: [10:10:10] [07/26/2008] 640 KB 4061 MB 32 MB Item Specific Help , , or selects field. Quiet Boot: Network Boot: F12 Boot Menu: D2D Recovery: SATAMode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [AHCI
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    in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Quiet Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Format/Option Sets the system time. The hours are displayed Format: HH:MM:SS with 24
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    Specific Help Supervisor Password controls access of the whole setup utility. It can be used to boot up when Password on boot is enabled. F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit NOTE: Please refer to "Remove HDD/BIOS
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    Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Password on Boot Description Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Shows the password is set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The user can enter Setup menu only and does not have right to change
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    the computer sets the User Password parameter to "Set". 5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following. The password setting is complete
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    If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message. Chapter 2 41
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    the CD-ROM in module bay. Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit Boot priority order: 1: IDE HDD: XXXXXXXXXXX-(XX) 2: IDE CD: XXXXXXXXXXX-XXX XX-XXXX-XX 3: PCI LAN: Network Boot 4: USB HDD: 5: USB FDD: 6: USB Key: 7: USB CDROM: Item Specific Help Use < > or
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    the changes made to the parameters in the BIOS Setup Utility. Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes
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    : Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Flash. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded
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    Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: K If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, "HDD password error code" would display on the screen. See the image below. K If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE 1. Key in
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    46 Chapter 2
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    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: K Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic
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    battery pack. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly
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    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. EXTERNAL MODULE DISASSEMBLY TURN OFF POWER
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    Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn base unit over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide the battery release latch to the release position to pop out the battery pack, then remove the battery pack from the main unit. 50 Chapter 3
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    Removing the SD dummy card 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot. Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 1. Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it. Chapter 3 51
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    2. Pull it out from the slot. Removing the Lower Cover 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. Remove the four captive screws and the six screws (A) on the lower cover. Step 1~6 Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L8 (6) Color Black Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 52 Chapter 3
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    3. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover. 4. Remove the lower cover from the lower case. Removing the DIMM 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 52.. 3. Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release
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    4. Remove the DIMM module. Removing the WLAN Board Modules 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 52. 3. Remove the white antenna cable that is taped to the WLAN board module. 54 Chapter 3
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    4. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. NOTE: There are 2 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board module. The Black antenna cable is connected to the MAIN connector and the Gray antenna cable is connected to the AUX connector. 5. Move the antenna away
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    WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 52. 3. Remove the one screw (C) securing the hard disk drive
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    4. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. 5. Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on
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    the hard disk to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the bracket. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (2) Color Silver Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 52. Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 58 Chapter 3
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    eject hole to eject the odd drive tray. 4. Carefully pull out the odd drive tray until the part of the module is visible and then slowly push back to close the tray into the module with the module still partially exposed. 5. Slowly pull out the odd module from the odd drive bay. Chapter 3 59
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    6. Remove the two screws (C) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (2) Color Silver Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 60 Chapter 3
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    UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT MIDDLE COVER KEYBOARD Ax2, Ex2 LCD MODULE A x 11, G x 4 UPPER CASE C x 1 HEAT SINK FAN SCREW X 4 CPU THERMAL MODULE CPU C x 1 MODEM CARD C x 1 LED BOARD C x 4 SPEAKER MODULE C x 2 TOUCHPAD BRACKET Cx1 MAIN BOARD BLUETOOTH MODULE Cx1 USB MODULE TOUCHPAD MODULE
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    Removing the Middle Cover 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. Use a plastic screw driver to pry loose the side of the middle cover. 3. Carefully pry loose the middle cover from the latches securing it and remove the middle cover. 62 Chapter 3
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    Removing the Keyboard 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 3. Push down on the lock and release the latches securing the keyboard to the upper case. 4. Carefully pry loose the keyboard and turn it over on the touchpad area. Chapter 3 63
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    5. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard. Removing the Heatsink Fan Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 52. 3. Disconnect the heatsink fan connector from the main board. 64 Chapter 3
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    4. Remove the one screw (C) securing the heatsink fan module in place. Step 1 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (1) Color Silver 5. Carefully lift up the heatsink fan module. Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Removing the CPU Heatsink Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower
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    from the system. Removing the CPU 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 52. 3. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 4. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 5. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter
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    CPU with PIN 1 at the corner as shown. Removing the LCD Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the SD dummy card" See "Removing the WLAN Board Modules" on page 54. 6. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8.
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    9. Turn over the system and remove the two screws (A) from the bottom of the left and right hinges. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L8 (2) Color Black 10. Disconnect the LCD cable connector from the main board. Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 68 Chapter 3
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    11. Carefully pull out the wireless antenna cables from the hole and release the cables from the latches. 12. Remove the two screws (E) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L10 (2) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Chapter 3 69
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    " on page 54. 7. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 9. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 10. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 12. See "Removing the CPU
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    15. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the TPAD1 connector on the main board. 16. Disconnect the LED cable from LEDCN1 on the main board. Chapter 3 71
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    17. Disconnect the speaker cable from the INTSPK1 connector on the main board. 18. Remove the eleven screws (11 x A, 1 x G) from the bottom panel. 1~11 12 Step 72 Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L8 (11) M2 x L4 (1) Black Black Color Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 3.0 kgf-cm Chapter 3
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    case. Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Removing the LED Board 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the SD dummy card" on page "Removing the WLAN Board Modules" on page 54. 7. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 9.
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    11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 12. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 13. See "Removing the CPU" on page 66. 14. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 15. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 70. 16. Disconnect the LED cable
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    from the upper cover. Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Removing the Speaker Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the SD Removing the WLAN Board Modules" on page 54. 7. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58.
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    11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 12. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 13. See "Removing the CPU" on page 66. 14. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 15. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 70. 16. Remove the four screws
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    module from the upper case. Removing the Touchpad Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 9. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 10. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module
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    13. See "Removing the CPU" on page 66. 14. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 15. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 70. 16. Remove the touchpad cable that is glued to the bracket. 17. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad board. 78 Chapter 3
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    18. Remove the two screws (C) securing the bracket to the upper case. Step 1~2 Size (Quantity) M2 x L2 (2) 19. Remove the touchpad bracket. Color Silver Torque 1.6 kgf-cm Chapter 3 79
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    Removing the Modem Board 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 9. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 10. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module
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    13. See "Removing the CPU" on page 66. 14. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 15. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 70. 16. Remove the one screw (C) securing the modem card.
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    Removing the Main Board 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 9. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 10. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module
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    17. Disconnect the USB cable from the USBCN1 connector on the main board. 18. Disconnect the bluetooth cable from the BLUE1 connector on the main board. 19. Remove the one screw (C) securing the main board in place. Step 1 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (1)
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    main board. Removing the USB Board Module 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. Module" on page 56. 8. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 9. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 10. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 63. 11. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module
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    17. Remove the one screw (C) securing the USB board module to the lower case. Step 1 Size (Quantity) M2 x L3 (1) 18. Release the USB cable from the latch. Color Silver Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 19. Remove the USB board module from the lower case. Chapter 3 85
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    Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 12. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 13. See "Removing the CPU" on page 66. 14. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 15. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 70. 16. Remove the bluetooth module from the lower
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    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD MODULE DISASSEMBLY LCD MODULE Bx4 LCD BEZEL Bx5 LCD ASSEMBLY LCD FPC CABLE Fx2 Fx2 LEFT LCD RIGHT LCD BRACKET BRACKET LCD BACK PANEL ANTENNAS VGA CAMERA Screw List
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    " on page 54. 6. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 9. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 10. Remove the four screw covers from the LCD bezel. 11. Remove the four screws
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    panel with the Brackets 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the Modules" on page 54. 6. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 9. See "Removing the LCD Module
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    11. Disconnect the cable from the web camera. 12. Remove the five screws (5 x B) securing the LCD module. Step 1~5 Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L6 (5) Color Black 13. Remove the LCD with the brackets from the back cover. Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Removing the Inverter Board
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    " on page 54. 6. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 9. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 10. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 88. 11. See "Removing the LCD panel with
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    13. Detach any adhesive tapes and any cable that is glued to the LCD panel. 92 Chapter 3
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    the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Brackets 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the SD dummy page 62. 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 9. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 10. See "Removing
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    " on page 54. 6. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 62. 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 9. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 10. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 88. 11. See "Removing the LCD panel with
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    really need to replace it. Removing the Web Camera 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. See "Removing the SD dummy card" on page 7. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Module" on page 64. 8. See "Removing the CPU Heatsink Module" on page 65. 9. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 67. 10.
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    12. Remove the Web camera from the back cover. 96 Chapter 3
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    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as
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    run the Keyboard Test. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. Replace the keyboard. 3. Replace the main board. The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this
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    the instructions in the message window. NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources: 1. Remove the battery pack
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    voltage is within the range, do the following: K Replace the System board. K If the problem is not corrected, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 116. K If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step. the operational charge does not work, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 101. 100 Chapter 4
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    battery pack. If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the DC/DC charger board. Touchpad Check If the touchpad doesn't work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem symptom is not a hardware problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in
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    can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. If the symptom is not listed, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 116. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. NOTE: Most
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    Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary keyboard Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS ROM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery Run BIOS
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    time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Default BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board DIMM BIOS ROM System board None BIOS ROM System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery
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    Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 99.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM. LED board.
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    Power Management Load alternate registers with initial POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization
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    adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable
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    Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Area Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data F2 key stroke Enter SETUP Clear Boot flag Check for errors POST done- prepare to boot operating system One short beep before boot Terminate QuietBoot (optional) Check
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    ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Initialize System Management Mode
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    Code F5h F6h F7h Beeps Boot to Mini DOS Clear Huge Segment Boot to Full DOS 110 Chapter 4
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    Enter BIOS Utility to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Keyboard (if battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 99. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery
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    System board See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 101. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Windows, multimedia programs, no sound comes from the computer. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound. Audio driver enters hibernation mode. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard
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    gauge in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. System hangs intermittently. Action in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 32. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 32. LCD cover switch System board Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours
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    Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Touchpad does not work. Action in Sequence Reconnect touchpad cable. Touchpad board board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 116. 114 Chapter 4
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    defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times
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    Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: Verify Acer devices K Printer, mouse, and other external devices K Battery pack K Hard disk drive K DIMM K CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module K PC Cards 4. Power-on the computer. 5. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. If the problem
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    Jumper and Connector Locations Top and Bottom View Chapter 5 Chapter 5 117
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    118 Chapter 5
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    on M/B space: Gap name in Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series is G10 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, BIOS will ask the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is
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    will force the BIOS to enter a special BIOS block, called Boot Block. Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk: Before doing this, one Crisis Disk should be prepared ready in hand. The Crisis Disk could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in another system with Windows XP OS. Follow the
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    the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of 5730Z/5330 Series. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code from
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    Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series Exploded Diagram 122 Chapter 6
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    Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series FRU List Category No. ACCESSORY Adapter BatteryBoards Part Name and Description Acer Part No. REMOTE CONTROLLER FORMOSA21 RC804V-B EN REMOTE CONTROLLER FORMOSA21 RC804V-B EU RT.22700.011 RT.22700.008 ADAPTER 90W LITEON PA-1900-24AR ADAPTER
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    and Description CAPACITIVE BUTTON TM-01119-001 MODEM BOARD FOXCONN DELPHIAM5 V2H 1.5_3.3V Acer Part No. 55.AR501.005 FX.22500.022 LAUNCH BOARD CABLE MEDIA BOARD CABLE TOUCHPAD BOARD CABLE USB BOARD CABLE BLUETOOTH BOARD CABLE AUDIO BOARD CABLE DC-IN CABLE 90W TV TUNER BOARD CABLE TOUCHPAD BUTTON
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    Category Case/Cover/Bracket/Assembly Combo Module No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. POWER CORD 250V 10A 3PIN ISRAEL 27.01518.761 LOWER CASE W/MODEM CABLE&FAN BRACKET&SPEAKER FOR TV SPEAKER SUB WOFFER SPEAKER SET EXPRESS DUMMY CARD NEW CARD DUMMY CARD SD DUMMY CARD MIDDLE COVER
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    Module Fan No. Part Name and Description CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8400 PGA 2.26G 3M 1066 25W CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8600 PGA 2.4G 1066 25W 3M CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P9500 PGA 2.53G 6M 1066 25W CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T9400 PGA 2.53G 6M 1066 35W CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T9600 PGA 2.8G 6M 1066 35W Acer
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    -FV3 BLACK E89KS UK (ASPIRE BLACK) KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E89KS TURKISH (ASPIRE BLACK) KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E88KS THAILAND (ASPIRE BLACK) KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E89KS SWISS/G (ASPIRE BLACK) KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E89KS SWEDISH (ASPIRE BLACK) KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E89KS SPANISH
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    LCD Module 128 No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E89KS NORWEGIAN (ASPIRE BLACK) KB.INT00.455 KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E88KS KOREAN (ASPIRE BLACK) KB.INT00.457 KEYBOARD 14_15KB-FV3 BLACK E93KS JAPANESE (ASPIRE BLACK) KB.INT00.458 KEYBOARD 14_15KB
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    Category MAINBOARD MEMORY MISCELLANEOUS SCREW No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. MAINBOARD AS5930G INTEL LF PGM45 ICH9 LF FOR MONTEVINA CPU WITH PR_ESATA MAINBOARD AS5930 INTEL LF GM45 ICH9 LF FOR MONTEVINA CPU WITH
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    Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series Appendix A Model RO AS5730 732G16 Mn EMEA AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn Country Germany Canada Canada Canada Canada Canada Acer N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone
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    Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z322G16 Mn Country USA Acer Part no LX.AU G0X.0 12 USA LX.AU G0X.0 11 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Z322G16 Mn AS5730 PA Z323G25 Mn AS5730 PA Z323G25 Mn Country Acer Part no ACLA- LX.AU Portuguese G0X.0 05 ACLASpanish LX. .4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 XS KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    Mn AS5730 PA Z323G25 Mn Country Canada Canada France Canada USA USA USA Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.1 8 LX.AU E0X.1 7 LX. NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Mn EMEA AS5730 Z323G32 Mn EMEA AS5730 PA Z323G25 Mn Country USA Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.1 02 South Africa LX.AU E0X.0 GB5.4 XS KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    PA Z323G25 Mn AS5730 PA Z323G25 Mn AS5730 PA Z323G25 Mn Country Acer Part no ACLA- LX.AU Portuguese E0X.0 99 ACLA- LX. GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Mn EMEA AS5730 Z323G32 Mi EMEA AS5730 Z323G32 Mn EMEA Country ACLASpanish Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 93 Belgium LX.AU E0X.0 .4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    Czech Eastern Europe Australia/ New Zealand Singapore Singapore Singapore India Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 24 LX.AU E0X.0 25 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Indonesia Indonesia Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 87 LX.AU E0X.0 86 .4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Hungary Slovenia/ Croatia Indonesia Philippines Philippines Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 20 LX.AU E0X.0 19 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 XS KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    Z323G32 Mn EMEA Country Malaysia Malaysia Thailand Thailand Portugal Spain Greece Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 80 LX.AU E0X.0 79 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Z323G25 Mn AAP Country Greece Israel Italy Turkey Middle East Vietnam Vietnam Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 13 LX.AU E0X.0 12 LX GB5.4 XS KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N250 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 09 LX.AU E0X.0 10 LX. NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N320 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Mn EMEA AS5730 Z322G16 Mn EMEA AS5730 Z322G16 Mn EMEA Country Acer Part no Switzerland LX.AU E0X.0 02 UK LX.AU E0X GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    EMEA AS5730 Z322G16 Mn EMEA AS5730 Z322G16 Mn EMEA Country Belgium Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 69 Holland LX.AU E0X.0 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Europe Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Eastern Europe Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 62 LX.AU E0X.0 61 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Mn EMEA Country Hungary Slovenia/ Croatia Portugal Spain Greece Greece Israel Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 55 LX.AU E0X.0 54 LX .4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 XS KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    EMEA Country Italy Turkey Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Acer Part no LX.AU E0X.0 48 LX.AU E0X.0 47 LX GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N
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    Mn EMEA AS5330 WW 581G12 Mi AS5330 571G12 Mn AAP Country Acer Part no Description CPU Middle East LX.AU E0X.0 42 .4 X KS N160 NSM8 GB5.4 XS KS N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    PA 571G12 Mn Country Thailand Vietnam Vietnam Canada Canada USA USA Acer Part no Description CPU LX.AS J0Y.02 0 AS5330571G12Mn EM G8 N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N15.4 SO1G N WXGA BII6 G8 N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd
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    PA 571G12 Mn AS5330 PA 571G12 Mn AS5330 PA 571G12 Mn Country Acer Part no Description CPU USA LX.AS J0Y.03 0 AS5330571G12Mn G8 N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N15.4 SO1G N WXGA BII6 G8 N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    ACLASpanish Australia/ New Zealand New Zealand Singapore Singapore Singapore Acer Part no Description CPU LX.AS J0Y.02 3 5R/ CB_bgn_0.3 D_HG_ZH3 1 CM57 5 LCD DIMM 1 DIMM HDD 1 2 (GB) ODD Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone N15.4 SO1G N N120 NSM8 3rd WiFi N N WXGA BII6 GB5
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    AAP Country India Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Philippines Philippines Acer Part no Description CPU LX.AS J0Y.01 2 G8 N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N15.4 SO1G N WXGA BII6 G8 N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd
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    Mn AAP AS5330 571G12 Mn AAP Country Malaysia Malaysia Malaysia Malaysia Acer Part no Description CPU LX.AS J0Y.00 4 AS5330571G12Mn NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS N120 NSM8 GB5.4 X KS Wireless Blueto VOIP LAN oth Phone 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi N N 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi
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    Appendix A 154
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    ® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Aspire 5730Z/5330 series Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer
  • Acer Aspire 5730Z | Aspire 5330/5730Z Service Guide - Page 166
    Point 802.11n Bluetooth Device 156 Specification Acer 211c 21", ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19" Acer FP751 17" TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b, Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500 Dell 3300MP Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Dell USB Keyboard Logicool USB Mouse (OWCM
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    (IFC-ILCB/DV) USB2.0 Card IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10/100 Wireless Lan Card (Not recommended for wireless ready model) Cisco Wireless LAN Card 802.11a NETGEAR Wireless LAN card 802.11a ISDN Card Toshiba Type B for Bluetooth 128K ISDN Card GPRS Card Vodafone QL1ACC-21581 3G/GPRS card Sony
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    158 Appendix B
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    and valuable support resources whenever you need them. In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: K Service guides for all models K User's manuals K Training materials K Bios updates K Software utilities
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    160 Appendix C
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    Hibernation mode hotkey 13 Hot Keys 11 I Indicators 9 Intermittent Problems 115 J Jumper and Connector Locations 117 Top View 117 K Keyboard 30, 63 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 98 L LCD Bezel 88 LCD Brackets 93 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 87 LCD with the Brackets 89 lower cover 52
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    lock on indicator 9 O Online Support Information 159 P Panel 4 Bottom 8 left 4 PC Card 9 Power System Check 99 Battery Pack 101 Power Adapter 100 Processor Check 101 Troubleshooting 97 U Undetermined Problems 116 utility BIOS 33-44 162 V view left 6 rear 7 right 6 W Windows 2000 Environment

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