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Aspire 8940 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 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 2
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 8940 service guides. Date Chapter Updates II - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 3
particular purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 4
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 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 5
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 modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide. In such cases - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 6
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Utilities 43 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 49 Disassembly Requirements 49 General Information 50 Pre-disassembly Instructions 50 Disassembly Process 50 External Module Disassembly Process 51 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery Pack 52 Removing the Express - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 8
Heatsink 146 Replacing the Thermal Module 147 Replacing the Speaker Module 148 Replacing the Hinge Supports 149 Replacing the Subwoofer 150 Removing the TV Tuner Antenna 152 Removing the Kensington Lock Bracket 153 Replacing the Mainboard 153 Removing the Mainboard 154 Replacing the Power - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 9
Instructions 184 Replacing the WLAN Module 184 Replacing the TV Tuner Module 185 Replacing the DIMM Modules 186 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 186 Replacing the ODD Module 187 Replacing the Lower Covers 187 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 189 Replacing the Battery 189 Troubleshooting - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 10
Table of Contents Screw List 222 Model Definition and Configuration 224 Aspire 8940 Series 224 Test Compatible Components 239 Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test 240 Online Support Information 265 Index 267 X - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 11
support • Up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules Display • • • 18.4" TFT LCD Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Full HD 16:9 aspect ratio Graphics • • NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 250M* NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 240M* Storage subsystem • 2.5" hard disk drive • Optical drive - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 12
and controls • 103-/104-/107-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • ExpressCard®/54 slot • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader(SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro/XD) • USB 2.0 jacks • IEEE 1394 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support • DISPLAY port • eSATA port • External display - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 13
• Consumer infrared (CIR) port • RF-in jack* • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non- - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 14
UP61111AQDD P36 ISL88731 P31 DDR SYSTEM MEMORY Graphics Interfaces X'TAL 14.318MHz CLOCK rPGA 989 P4.5.6.7 PCI-E X16 FDI DMI PCIE X4 DMI interface Fan Driver (PWM Type) P29 DDR PWR 3/5V SYS PWR TPS5116 P37 ISL6237 Jack P24 Int. D-MIC P18, P24 K/B COON. P29 CIR P30 4 Chapter 1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 15
Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View 1 2 3 15 14 4 13 5 12 6 11 7 10 8 9 Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. webcam 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 16
LAN function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 7 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 8 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 17
12 Item Multi-in-1 card reader CIR receiver Speakers Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. Receives signals from a remote - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 18
DC-in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. port 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, (VGA) port LCD projector). 4 DISPLAY DISPLAY port Supports high definition digital video - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 19
tray when the computer is turned off. Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. 6 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 7 RF-in port Accepts input signals from digital TV - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 20
Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard drive bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) Secondary (for certain models only). 5 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Memory compartment - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 21
the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) or the 4-way , the better the response. Tapping too hard will not increase the TouchPad's responsiveness. Chapter 1 11 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 22
Using the Keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 23
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 24
+ + + + < > + < > Icon Function System property Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Brightness up Brightness down Remarks Starts System Property for displaying system information. Puts the computer in Sleep mode - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 25
Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 26
Side Bus Thermal IC Specification Intel® Core™ i7 processor 1.6GHz ~ 1.73GHz Spec (dBA) 31 34 38 40 • Throttling 50%: On=105°C, Off=85°C • OS Shutdown: 110°C • H/W Shutdown: 110°C Thermal Design Power (W) 45 45 Acer P/N KC.72001.QMP KC.82001.QMP Northbridge Item Chipset Package Specification - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 27
slot • MXM Type: MXM 3.0 • Vorce: 1.50V • Engine Clock: 535MHz • Memory Clock: 790MHz • Memory Type: gDDR3 • Memory Amount: 1024M(64MBx16bit) • Memory Interface: 128bit • LVDS: Y • TMDS: Y • TV: N • DP: Y • CRT: Y Standard Supported VGA Resolution Resolution Color Depth Refresh Rate 640 x 480 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 28
number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Cache Specification Intel® Core™ i7 processor with Mobile Intel® PM55 Express Chipset 4GB 2 2GB Up to 8GB using two soDIMM modules DDRIII 667/800/1066 MHz 1.5V 8MB 18 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 29
) • Memory Clock 790MHz PCIe v1.1 bus Specification Broadcom BCM5784MKMLG for 10/100/1000LAN 68-pin QFN RJ11 • Integrated 10/100/1000BASE-T transceiver. • Automatic MDI crossover function. • PCIe v1.1 compliant. • 10/100/1000BASE-T full-duplex/half-duplex MAC. • Wake on LAN (WOL) support meeting the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 30
, Clause 30) • Self-boot feature, utilizing smaller EEPROM size • Serial flash memory support • PCI Express CLKREQ support • Energy Detect/Cable Sense • Super Low Power Mode, for ultra-low power consumption PCIe v1.1 bus Specification Intel WiFi Link 5000 series Intel® WiFi Link 5100 and Intel® WiFi - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 31
Hard Disk Drive Interface) Item Vendor Model Name ST9160314AS Capacity (MB) 160 Bytes per sector Data heads 2 Drive Format Disks 1 Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 32
) 500 Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage Specifications WD WD1600BEVT WD WD2500BEVT 160 250 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 33
per sector Data heads 2 Drive Format Disks 1 Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage Specifications HTS545025B9A30 0 HTS545032B9A30 0 250 320 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 34
Bytes per sector Data heads 4/2 Drive Format Disks 2/1 Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage Specifications Toshiba MK2555GSX Toshiba MK3255GSX - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 35
SW (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Specification SONY AD-7583S With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Sustained: 3650 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 36
DC 5 V +/- 5% Blue-Ray Combo Drive Module Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory , I-Trax CD and UDF DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DVD-R single/multi border(s) DVD+R single/multi session(s) DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-RAM BD-ROM ver2.0, UDF2.5 BD-R ver1.0 and - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 37
• Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT • Up to four channels of microphone array input are supported for AEC/ BF application • Two jack detection pins each designed to detect up to 4 jacks plugging • Supports analog GPIO2 to be jack detection for CD input which is used as 9th analog port - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 38
• Built-in direct drive headphone amplifier within charge pump • AGC adjusted circuit function implement • STBY function support on speaker and headphone ) • Shut-down control available ( - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 39
Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller KB926 Total number of keypads Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See "System Hotkeys" on page 14. Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight Specification Chi Mei Optoelectronics - N184H6 18.47" 408.96 (H) x - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 40
1.1) • Support SD Host specv2.0/MMC/MS/MS-PRO/xD PCI Express v1.1 standard Active States Power Management (ASPM) Express Card Item Interface Slot type Features Power Switch Package Specification USB or PCI-express 54 • Follows ExpressCard standard specs G577DSR91U TQFN 20-pin 30 Chapter - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 41
if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. To activate the brackets. Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item Specific Help - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 42
Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: Intel(R) Core(TM)i7 2530 MHz Toshiba MK5055GSX 294DT06WT WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0 WD-WXE209T27982 HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N V0.2202 Montevina 1718 TAspire 8940 Acer 63623032-6261-3964-6338-00235A495964 F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 43
Video Memory: Quiet Boot: Network Boot: F12 Boot Menu: D2D Recovery: SATA Mode: Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Boot Exit [19:10:59] [01/09/2009] 4030 MB 512 MB [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [AHCI Mode] Item Specific hidden partition on hard disc drive to store - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 44
Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Clear Clear Clear [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] Item Specific Help Install or Change the password and the length of password must be less than eight words your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it. 34 Chapter 2 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 45
can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter. 5. When you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password Follow these steps: 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 46
Changing a Password 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password [ ] Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. Type the current password in the Enter - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 47
devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay. Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. Information Main Boot priority order: Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 48
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 to CMOS. F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 49
Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 50
HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit Boot priority order: Item Specific Help 1. IDE HDD: Toshiba MK5055GSX-(S1) 2. IDE HDD: WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0-(S5) 3. IDE CD: HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N-(S2) 4. PCI LAN: MBA - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 51
4. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. 5. Flash is complete when the message Flash programming complete displays. Chapter 2 41 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 52
WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: 1. Double-click the WinFlash executable. 2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays. 42 Chapter 2 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 53
HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provides you with details about removing HDD/BIOS password: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error code is generated. To reset the HDD password, perform the following - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 54
Removing BIOS Passwords: If you key in the wrong Supervisor password three times, an error code is generated and system is disabled. To unlock the BIOS, - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 55
Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot Sequence Selector, perform the following steps: 1. Enter into DOS. 2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. 3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 56
following examples show the commands and the corresponding output information. Read DMI Information from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 57
Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility You can use the MAC.BAT utility to write the MAC.CFG file to the EEPROM under DOS mode. 1. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents as below: WriteData = '001122334455' StartAddr=7A WriteLeng=6 KeepByte=0 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 58
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Machine Disassembly and Replacement Chapter 3 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 60
Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Remove the battery - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 61
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Rem ove Battery Rem ove Dummy Cards Rem ove Lower Door Rem ove ODD Rem ove HDD1 Rem ove HDD2 Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove TV Tuner Screw List Step ODD Module ODD Bracket HDD1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 62
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn the computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 52 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 63
Removing the Express Dummy Card 1. Push the Express Dummy Card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull the card out from the slot. Chapter 3 53 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 64
Removing the SD Dummy Card 1. Slide the SD Dummy Card out of the slot and remove it from the computer. 54 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 65
Removing the Lower Door 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 52. 2. Loosen the seven captive screws in the Lower Door. 3. Remove the Lower Door as shown. Chapter 3 55 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 66
the Optical Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Door" on page 55. 2. Remove the single screw securing the ODD Module. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*4 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Insert a suitable object in to the Lower Cover to push - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 67
the two screws securing the ODD Bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the module. NOTE: Remove the left side screw first during disassembly. Step ODD Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity 2 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. Screw Type 7. Press down on the locking - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 68
the Primary Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Door" on page 55. 2. Use the pull-tab to slide the Primary HDD in the indicated direction and disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 69
4. Remove the two screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step HDD1 Carrier Size M3*3 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Quantity 2 Screw Type Chapter 3 59 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 70
the Secondary Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Door" on page 55. 2. Use the pull-tab to slide the Secondary HDD and disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 71
4. Remove the two screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step HDD2 Carrier Size M3*3 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Quantity 2 Screw Type Chapter 3 61 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 72
Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See "Removing the Lower Door" on page 55. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module. 62 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 73
the Antenna cable from the TV Tuner as shown. NOTE: When reattaching the Antenna, ensure the cable is tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. 3. Remove the single screw securing the TV Tuner to the Mainboard. Step TV Tuner Size M2*3 Quantity 1 Screw Type Chapter 3 63 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 74
4. Remove the TV Tuner as shown. 64 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 75
the WLAN Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Door" on page 55. 2. Disconnect the Antenna When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. 3. Remove the single screws securing the WLAN Module to the Mainboard Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity 2 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 76
4. Detach the WLAN Module from the WLAN socket. 66 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 77
proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Switch Cover Remove Power Board Remove LCD Module Remove Upper Cover Lower Cover (see page 99) Upper Cover Remove Launch Board Remove Volume Control Board Remove Power Saving Board FFC Remove TouchPad Lock Board Remove Finger Print Reader Bracket Remove - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 78
Lower Cover Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Bluetooth Module Rem ove USB Board Rem ove Power Saving Board Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove Kensington Lock Bracket Rem ove Speaker Module Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 79
Removing the Keyboard 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 52. 2. Press the six securing clips inward to release the Keyboard from the Upper Cover. 3. Lift the centre of Keyboard up as shown. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the Keyboard from the computer; the Keyboard FFCs are still connected. 4. - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 80
5. Disconnect the Backlight cable by opening the FFC latch and removing the cable from the Mainboard. 6. Disconnect the Keyboard cable by opening the FFC latch and removing the cable from the Mainboard. 7. Remove the Keyboard from the Upper Cover. 70 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 81
the Switch Cover 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 52. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the thirteen screws securing the Switch Cover to the Upper Cover. Step Switch Cover (red callout) Switch Cover (green callout) Size M2.5*6.5 M2.5*4 Quantity 9 4 Screw - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 82
4. Turn the Switch Cover over and place it face down on the Keyboard. 5. Open the Power Board FFC locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 6. Remove the Switch Cover from the Upper Cover. 72 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 83
the Switch Cover" on page 71. 2. Open the Power Board FFC locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Power Board. 3. Remove the three screws securing the Power Board to the Switch Cover. Step Power Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity 3 Screw Type 4. Lift the Power Board away from - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 84
cables are free from obstructions. 3. Pull the Antenna cables through the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the Antennas are completely free from the cover. 4. Remove the Antenna from the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. 74 Chapter - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 85
5. Grasp the pull tab and lift upward as shown to disconnect the LVDS cable. 6. Remove the LVDS cable from the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 7. Disconnect the MIcrophone cable from the Mainboard. Chapter 3 75 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 86
Microphone cable from the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 9. Remove the four screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 4 10. Using both hands, lift the LCD Module - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 87
IMPORTANT: The TouchPad is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 74. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the fifteen screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover (red callout) Upper Cover (green - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 88
4. Open the locking latch on A and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 5. Open the locking latch on B and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 6. Open the locking latch on C and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 78 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 89
the locking latch on D and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 8. Open the locking latch on E and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 9. Remove the eleven screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover (red callout) Size M2.5*4 Quantity 10 Screw Type Chapter 3 79 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 90
Step Upper Cover (green callout) Size M2*3 10. Remove the Upper Cover as shown. Quantity 1 Screw Type 80 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 91
Removing the Launch Board 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Turn the Upper Cover over. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Launch Board. 3. Remove the Launch Board from the Upper Cover Chapter 3 81 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 92
on the FFC and disconnect it from the Media Board. 3. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Volume Control Board. 4. Remove the two screws securing the board to the Upper Cover. Step Volume Control Board Size M2*3 82 Quantity 2 Screw Type Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 93
5. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover. Chapter 3 83 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 94
Removing the Power Saving Board FFC 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Lift the protective covering and FFC away from the Upper Cover to detach the adhesive. 3. Continue lifting the FFC away from the Upper Cover as shown. 4. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover. 84 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 95
Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Media Board. 3. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover by peeling back the adhesive as shown. 4. Carefully pry up the edge of the Media Board as shown. NOTE: - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 96
5. Lift the Media Board clear of the Upper Cover. 86 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 97
TouchPad Lock Board 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad Lock Board. 3. Lift the FFC away - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 98
5. Remove the single screw securing the board to the Upper Cover. Step TouchPad Lock Board Size M2*3 Quantity 1 Screw Type 6. Lift and rotate the board in the direction of the arrow to remove it from the Upper Cover. 88 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 99
the Finger Print Reader Bracket 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Remove the two screws securing the bracket to the Upper Cover. Step Finger Print Reader Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Rotate the bracket away from the Upper Cover and remove it as shown. Chapter - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 100
the TouchPad Board IMPORTANT: The TouchPad is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See "Removing the Finger Print Reader Bracket" on page 89. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad Board. 3. Open the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 101
5. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad Board. 6. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover as shown. 7. Remove the two screws securing the TouchPad Board in place. Step Finger Print Reader Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type Chapter 3 91 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 102
8. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover. 92 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 103
Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. To replace the battery, pry the existing battery out of the Mainboard and press a replacement down firmly in to the socket. Chapter 3 93 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 104
the Bluetooth Board 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Mainboard. 3. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth Board. 4. Remove the single screw securing the Bluetooth Board to the Lower Cover. Step Bluetooth Board Size M2*3 Quantity - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 105
5. Remove the Bluetooth Board from the Lower Cover. Chapter 3 95 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 106
Board IMPORTANT: The USB FFC is supplied as part of the Lower Cover. If the USB FFC is defective, replace the entire Lower Cover. 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Mainboard. 3. Open the locking latch on the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 107
screw securing the USB Board to the Lower Cover. Step USB Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity 1 5. Remove the USB Board from the Lower Cover as shown. Screw Type IMPORTANT: The USB FFC is supplied as part of the Lower Cover. If the USB FFC is defective, replace the entire Lower Cover. Chapter 3 97 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 108
Removing the Power Saving Board 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Remove the single securing screw from the board. Step Power Saving Board Size M2.5*4 3. Remove the board from the chassis. Quantity 1 Screw Type 98 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 109
Removing the Mainboard 1. See "Removing the Hinge Supports" on page 105. 2. Disconnect the Speaker and Subwoofer cables from the Mainboard. 3. Remove the three screws securing the Mainboard to the Lower Cover. Step Mainboard Size M2.5*4 Quantity 3 Screw Type Chapter 3 99 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 110
4. Pivot the Mainboard upward and remove it from the chassis, right side first. Place the Mainboard on a clean, dust-free surface. 100 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 111
the Upper Cover" on page 77. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Kensington Lock Bracket to the Lower Cover. Step Kensington Lock Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Lift the bracket clear of the Lower Cover. NOTE: The TV Tuner Antenna located under the bracket may lift away with the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 112
the TV Tuner Antenna 1. See "Removing the Kensington Lock Bracket" on page 101. 2. Remove the Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 3. Pull the Antenna cable through the casing as shown. 4. Remove the TV Tuner Antenna from the Lower - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 113
cable is free from all cable clips. 3. Remove the four screw securing the Subwoofer to the Lower Cover. NOTE: The screws securing the Subwoofer in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws. Step Subwoofer Size M2*3 Quantity 4 Screw - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 114
4. Using both hands, lift the Subwoofer clear of the Lower Cover. 104 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 115
Removing the Hinge Supports 1. See "Removing the Subwoofer" on page 103. 2. Remove the six screws (three each side) securing the Hinge Supports to the Lower Cover. Step Hinge Supports Size M2.5*4 Quantity 6 3. Lift the Hinge Supports clear of the Lower Cover. Screw Type Chapter 3 105 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 116
securing the Speaker Module in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws. Step Speaker Module Size M2*3 Quantity 6 Screw Type 3. Using both hands, lift the Speaker Module upward to remove it from the Lower Cover. 106 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 117
the Thermal Module 1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 99. 2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard. 3. Loosen the six captive screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 6 to screw 1) - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 118
the Graphics Card Heatsink 1. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on page 107. 2. Remove the two screws (in reverse numerical order from 2 to 1) securing the Graphics Card Heatsink to the Mainboard. 2 1 Step Graphics Card Heatsink Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 2 3. Lift - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 119
Removing the Graphics Card 1. See "Removing the Graphics Card Heatsink" on page 108. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Graphics Card to the Mainboard. Step Graphics Card Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 1 3. Remove the Graphics Card from the Mainboard connector. Screw Type Chapter 3 109 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 120
Thermal Module" on page 107. 2. Turn the securing screw 180° to release the CPU from the socket. 3. Remove the CPU from the socket as shown. IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 121
LCD Module Disassembly Process The Aspire 8940 ships with either a Standard Bezel or Flush Bezel with glass panel LCD Module. The following sections detail the two distinct procedures, beginning with the Standard Bezel detailed below. Standard Bezel LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 122
the Standard LCD Bezel 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 74. 2. Remove the four screw caps and screws from the LCD Bezel. Step Standard LCD Bezel (red callout) Size M2.5*4 Standard LCD Bezel (green callout) M2.5*5 Quantity 2 2 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 123
top edge of the bezel as shown. 7. Lift the bottom edge of the bezel away from the LCD Module as shown. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel. Chapter 3 113 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 124
8. Flip the bezel over to expose the Microphone cable and module. 9. Disconnect the Microphone cable connector as shown and remove the bezel from the LCD Module. 114 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 125
the seven screws securing the LCD Panel to the cover. NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Remove the screws in reverse order from 3 to 1. 3 21 31 2 Step LCD Panel (red callout) LCD Panel (green callout) Size M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 6 1 Screw Type Chapter - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 126
from all cable clips. 4. Lift the panel front edge first as shown and flip it over to expose the Camera Module. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the panel; the Camera cable is still attached to the back of the panel. 5. Disconnect the Camera connector as shown and - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 127
Removing the Camera Board 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 115. 2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module. Chapter 3 117 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 128
the LCD Panel" on page 115. 2. Remove the eight securing screws (four each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 8 Screw Type 3. Remove the brackets from the LCD Panel. 4. Turn the panel over. Lift the cable as shown to detach the adhesive from the panel - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 129
5. Carefully lift the adhesive tape protecting the cable connector. 6. Disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel as shown. Chapter 3 119 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 130
Flush Bezel LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Rem ove Bezel Cap Rem ove LCD Bezel Rem ove LCD Panel Rem ove Camera Module Rem ove LCD FPC Cable Screw List Step LCD Bezel Cap LCD Panel LCD Brackets Screw M2.5*4 M2.5*4 M2*3 M2*3 Quantity 2 8 1 8 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 131
the Flush LCD Bezel Cap 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 74. 2. Remove the two screw caps and screws securing the Bezel Cap to the LCD Module. Step LCD Bezel Cap Size M2.5*4 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Pinch the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 132
4. Pinch the left hinge cover as shown to release the internal securing pins. Lift the left side of the Bezel Cap as shown. 5. Rotate the Bezel Cap away from the LCD Module and remove the cap from the module. 122 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 133
LCD Bezel 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 74. 2. Starting in the centre and working toward the top (1) and lift the right side of the bezel away from the LCD Module (2). IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel. 2 1 Chapter 3 123 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 134
side of the bezel away from the LCD Module (2). IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel. 2 1 the bezel away from the LCD Module as shown. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel. 7. - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 135
the nine screws securing the LCD Panel to the cover. NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Remove the screws in reverse order from 3 to 1. 3 21 31 2 Step LCD Panel (red callout) LCD Panel (green callout) Size M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 8 1 Screw Type Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 136
from all cable clips. 4. Lift the panel front edge first as shown and flip it over to expose the Camera Module. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the panel; the Camera cable is still attached to the back of the panel. 5. Disconnect the Camera connector as shown and - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 137
Removing the Camera Board 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 115. 2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module. Chapter 3 127 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 138
the LCD Panel" on page 115. 2. Remove the eight securing screws (four each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 8 Screw Type 3. Remove the brackets from the LCD Panel. 4. Turn the panel over. Lift the cable as shown to detach the adhesive from the panel - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 139
5. Carefully lift the adhesive tape protecting the cable connector. 6. Disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel as shown. Chapter 3 129 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 140
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure The Aspire 8940 ships with either a Standard Bezel or Flush Bezel with glass panel LCD Module. The following sections detail the : Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the green callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced in the LCD Module. 130 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 141
the screw holes on the panel. Replace the eight screws (four on each side) in the brackets as shown. 5. Align the Camera Board with the locating pins on the LCD Module and place the board as shown. 6. Press down as shown to - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 142
8. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable is not trapped under the panel. 9. Run the LVDS and Antenna cables through the hinge wells as shown. 10. Secure the LCD module with seven securing screws. 132 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 143
NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Replace the screws in order from 1 to 3. 3 21 31 2 Chapter 3 133 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 144
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Place the LCD Bezel adjacent to the LCD Module as shown and connect the Microphone cable. 2. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables are not trapped in the hinge wells. 134 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 145
3. Press down around the perimeter of the bezel to secure it in place. 4. Replace the four screws securing the bezel to the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: The Standard Bezel is secured with two different screw types: M2.5*4-red callout and - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 146
indicated to secure the cable in place. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the green callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced in the LCD Module. 136 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 147
the screw holes on the panel. Replace the eight screws (four on each side) in the brackets as shown. 5. Align the Camera Board with the locating pins on the LCD Module and place the board as shown. 6. Press down as shown to - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 148
8. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable is not trapped under the panel. 9. Run the LVDS and Antenna cables through the hinge wells as shown. 10. Secure the LCD module with nine securing screws. 138 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 149
NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Replace the screws in order from 1 to 3. 3 21 31 2 Chapter 3 139 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 150
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Place the LCD Bezel adjacent to the LCD Module as shown and connect the Microphone cable. 2. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. 140 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 151
3. Press down around the perimeter of the bezel to secure it in place. Chapter 3 141 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 152
Replacing the Flush LCD Bezel Cap 1. Place the Bezel Cap on to the LCD Module as shown. 2. Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells as shown and pinch the hinge covers together to secure them in place. 142 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 153
3. Press the Bezel Cap down as shown to secure it to the LCD Module. 4. Replace the two screws and screw caps. Chapter 3 143 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 154
Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 155
Replacing the Graphics Card 3. Insert the Graphics Card into the Mainboard connector. 4. Insert the single screw to secure the Graphics Card to the Mainboard. Step Graphics Card Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 1 Screw Type Chapter 3 145 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 156
to the centre of the CPU-there is no need to spread the grease manually, the force used during the installation of the Thermal Module is sufficient. 3. Place the heatsink onto from the Graphics Card as shown. 4. Replace the two screws (in numerical order from 1 to 2) to secure the Graphics Card - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 157
to the centre of the CPU-there is no need to spread the grease manually, the force used during the installation of the Thermal Module is sufficient. 3. Align the screw holes on the Thermal Module and Mainboard then replace the module. Keep the module as level as possible to spread the thermal - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 158
Speaker Module into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Replace the six screws to secure the Speaker Module in place. NOTE: The screws securing the Speaker Module in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws. Step Speaker Module Size Quantity - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 159
Replacing the Hinge Supports 1. Insert the left and right Hinge Supports into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Insert the six screws (three each side) to secure the Hinge Supports to the Lower Cover. Step Hinge Supports Size M2.5*4 Quantity 6 Screw Type Chapter 3 149 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 160
Replacing the Subwoofer IMPORTANT: Avoid contact with the speakers when inserting or removing the subwoofers. Contact with the subwoofers may result in damage. 1. Using both hands, insert the Subwoofer into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Insert the four - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 161
3. Insert the Subwoofer cable into the cable channel. Ensure that the cable passes under all cable clips. Chapter 3 151 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 162
Lower Cover, making sure the cable passes through the slot in the wall of the well. 2. Push the Antenna cable through the casing as shown. 3. Remove the Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 152 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 163
into the Lower Cover. NOTE: The TV Tuner Antenna located under the bracket may lift away with the bracket. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the Kensington Lock Bracket into the Lower Cover. Step Kensington Lock Bracket Size M2*3 Replacing the Mainboard Quantity 1 Screw Type Chapter 3 153 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 164
Removing the Mainboard 1. Pivot the Mainboard upward and remove it from the chassis, right side first. Place the Mainboard on a clean, dust-free surface. 2. Connect the Speaker and Subwoofer cables to the Mainboard. 154 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 165
3. Insert the three screws to secure the Mainboard to the Lower Cover. Step Mainboard Size M2.5*4 Quantity 3 Replacing the Power Saving Board 1. Insert the board into the chassis as shown. Screw Type Chapter 3 155 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 166
securing screw into the board. Step Power Saving Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity 1 Screw Type Replacing the USB Board IMPORTANT: The USB FFC is supplied as part of the Lower Cover. If the USB FFC is defective, replace the entire Lower Cover. 1. Insert the USB Board into the Lower Cover as shown - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 167
2. Replace the indicated screw to secure the USB Board to the Lower Cover. Step USB Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Connect the FFC to the USB Board and close the locking latch on the USB Board. 4. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch. Chapter 3 157 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 168
Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Insert the Bluetooth Board into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the Bluetooth Board to the Lower Cover. Step Bluetooth Board Size M2*3 Quantity 1 3. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth Board. Screw Type 158 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 169
4. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard. Chapter 3 159 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 170
Replacing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. 1. To replace the battery, pry the existing battery out of the Mainboard and press a replacement down firmly in to the socket. 160 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 171
is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. Insert the board into the Upper Cover. Take care to align the mounting pins with the holes on the board. 2. Remove the two screws securing the TouchPad Board in place. Step Finger Print Reader - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 172
3. Insert the FFC through the slot in the Upper Cover and adhere as shown. 4. Connect the Mainboard FFC to the TouchPad Board and close the locking latch. 5. Connect the TouchPad FFC to the TouchPad Board and close the locking latch. 162 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 173
6. Connect the TouchPad FFC to the TouchPad and close the locking latch. 7. Apply the FFC to the Upper Cover as shown. Chapter 3 163 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 174
Replacing the Finger Print Reader Bracket 1. Insert the tabs in the bottom of the fingerprint reader bracket into the upper cover and rotate the bracket into place as shown. 2. Insert the two screws to secure the bracket to the Upper Cover. Step Finger Print Reader Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity 2 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 175
Replacing the TouchPad Lock Board 1. Slide the Touchpad board under the securing tab and place into the Upper Cover. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 176
4. Connect the TouchPad Lock Board FFC to the TouchPad Lock Board and close the locking latch. 5. Press the FFC onto the adhesive in the Upper Cover to secure it in place. 166 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 177
Board 1. Place the media board into the Upper Cover and press into place to secure the Media Board to the Upper Cover. 2. Replace the FFC into the Upper Cover by pressing the FFC onto the adhesive. 3. Connect the Media Board FFC to the Media Board and close the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 178
Replacing the Power Saving Board FFC 1. Insert the FFC into the slot in the Upper Cover as shown. 2. Press the FFC and adhesive protector onto the Upper Cover as shown. 168 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 179
the Volume Control Board 1. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover. Step Volume Control Board Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Connect the Volume Control FFC - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 180
4. Connect the Volume Control FFC to the Media Board and close the locking latch 170 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 181
Replacing the Launch Board 1. Place the Launch Board into the Upper Cover, taking care to align the pins. 2. Connect the Mainboard FFC to the Launch Board - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 182
Replacing the Upper Case 1. Place the upper case on the lower case front edge first. 2. Insert the eleven screws to secure the upper cover to the lower cover. Step Upper Cover (red callout) Upper Cover (green callout) Size M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 10 1 Screw Type 172 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 183
3. Connect the following FFCs (A, B, D, and E) and cables (C, F, and G) to the Mainboard. C A D B E 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position A and close the locking latch. 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position Band close the locking latch. 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 184
1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position D and close the locking latch. 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position E and close the locking latch. 174 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 185
the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover (red callout) Upper Cover (green callout) Upper Cover (blue callout) Size M2.5*6.5 M2.5*4 M2*3 Quantity 9 5 1 Screw Type Replacing the LCD Module 1. Using both hands, set the LCD Module into the Lower Cover, taking care to set the mounting pins into the bottom - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 186
2. Insert the four screws to secure the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity 4 3. Connect the MIcrophone cable to the Mainboard. Screw Type 4. Insert the Microphone cable into the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. 176 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 187
5. Push the LVDS cable onto the connector until it snaps into place. 6. Insert the LVDS cable into the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cable passes under all retaining clips. 7. Insert the Antenna into the cable channel all the way from the Hinge Well. Ensure that the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 188
8. Push the Antenna cables through the Upper Cover as shown. 9. Turn the computer over pull the Antenna cables through to take up all slack from the upper cover side. 178 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 189
Replacing the Power Board 1. Slide the Power Board under the retaining clip in the Switch Cover and set it in place, taking care to align the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 190
Removing the Switch Cover 1. Place the switch board face-down on top of the upper cover. 2. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch. 3. Flip the Switch Cover into place and press down on the top edge until it snaps into place as shown. 4. Turn the computer over. Replace the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 191
Step Switch Cover (red callout) Switch Cover (green callout) Size M2.5*6.5 M2.5*4 Quantity 9 4 Screw Type Chapter 3 181 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 192
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the keyboard face down on the upper cover. 2. Connect the Keyboard cable by inserting the cable into the Mainboard and closing the locking latch. 182 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 193
3. Connect the Backlight cable inserting the cable into the Mainboard and closing the FFC latch. 4. Flip the keyboard over and slide the bottom tabs into the holes in the upper cover. 5. Press the Keyboard into the Upper Cover until all the securing clips snap into place. Chapter 3 183 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 194
External Module Reassembly Instructions Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module. 3. Connect the two antenna cables to the module. NOTE: The black antenna cable connects to the upper terminal - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 195
Replacing the TV Tuner Module 1. Insert the TV Tuner as shown. 2. Connect the Antenna cable to the TV Tuner as shown. NOTE: When reattaching the Antenna, - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 196
the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the carrier. 3. Insert the HDD, interface side first, and lower it into 4. Slide - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 197
the ODD cover on the new ODD Module. 2. Secure ODD bracket with two screws. 3. Slide the module in to the chassis and press until the module is flush with the chassis. 4. Replace the single screw to secure the Module. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Insert the Lower Cover as shown. Chapter - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 198
2. Tighten the seven captive screws in the Lower Door. 188 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 199
the SD Dummy into the slot until an audible click indicates that the card is correctly inserted. Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 200
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Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer Failure Page 195 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 196 TouchPad Failure Page 201 Motherboard CMOS discharge Page - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 202
correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: Start OK Check AC/Battery Power on OK Check Daughter/B & FFC Whether OK Swap AC /Battery to NG the Thermal Unit and fan airways are free of obstructions. 5. Remove all external and non-essential hardware connected to the computer that are - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 203
No Ext. DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? Screw it well No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Make sure that the internal display is selected. On this notebook model, switching - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 204
replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on page 50. 4. Adjust the brightness to its highest level. See the User Manual for instructions on adjusting settings. NOTE: Ensure that the computer is not running on battery video driver to the previous version if updated. 7. Remove and reinstall the video driver - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 205
LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace nondefective FRUs: Start OK Check LCD modu le? OK Check MB LCD connector and cable ? Swap NG LCD cable /LCD panel OK Reassemble NG Re-plug LCD cable Swap M/B Chapter 4 195 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 206
Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: START Keyboard FPC well connected? No Connect it well Keyboard OK? No Replace keyboard Replace M/B 196 Chapter 4 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 207
TouchPad Failure If the TouchPad doesn't work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: Start OK Check M/B T/P FFC OK Ch eck Tou ch Pad Re-assemble the NG T/P FFC to M/B OK Swap/Reassemble NG the T/P board - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 208
the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: Start OK Check M/B SPK cable OK Other Devices. 3. Roll back the audio driver to the previous version, if updated recently. 4. Remove and reinstall the audio driver. 5. Ensure that all volume controls are - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 209
the onscreen prompts to configure the speakers. 8. Remove and recently installed hardware or software. 9. Restore system Support Information" on page 265. Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 210
operating system, and click Next. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are required. g. Select Startup Repair. h. Startup Repair onscreen information to resolve the problem. 4. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. Restart the computer - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 211
Wheel fail, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: 1. Check Drive whether is OK. 2. Check Test Fixture is ok. 3. Swap M/B to Try. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 212
Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Power-on the computer - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 213
initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 512 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx* RAM failure on data bits xxxx* of low byte of - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 214
click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 215
Chapter 4 POST Routine Description Re-initialize onboard I/O ports. Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Data Area Enable Non-Maskable Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 216
dual CMOS (optional) Initialize notebook docking (optional) Initialize notebook docking late Force check ( Memory type EDh Initialize Memory size EEh Shadow Boot Block EFh System memory test F0h Initialize interrupt vectors F1h Initialize Run Time Clock F2h F3h F4h 1 Initialize video - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 217
. CN12 T/P conn. CN15/ USB U24/ EC/ KBC U22/ ID ROM CN16/ USB CN10/ RTC BAT U23/ BIOS ROM CN13/ MMB & VR Y5/ 32.768KHz PU3/ RAM PWR CN14/ BT conn. Description Charger IC Subwoofer, rear, center SPK connector KB connector T/P connector BIOS ROM USB MMB & VR EC/ KBC 32.768KHz ID - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 218
U46 CN6 PJ1 Description CPU socket CPU Core PWR Battery conn. Render Standby Mini Card First HDD DDR3 CN SATA ODD First Thermal IC GMCH (NB) New Card PWR SW Second HDD conn. 3 & 5V PWR ICH9 (SB) LAN Transformer PWM FAN conn. DC Jack Item CN28 CN30 CN36 CN27 CN25 CN31 CN32 CN35 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 219
procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 8940. Aspire 8940 provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board the system, and unplug the AC and Battery from the machine. 2. Open the Hard Drive and RAM doors. 3. Remove the Hard drive 4. Remove the mylar as shown in the above figure - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 220
the system till BIOS POST finish. Then remove the tool from the HW Gap. 8. Restart is strongly recommended to have the AC adapter and Battery present. If this function is enabled, the system option to format the disk and click Start. Follow the instructions on the screen to create the disk. 4. Copy - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 221
chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 8940. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering 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 those - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 222
Module for MXM 6 Memory 7 Lower Cover 8 HDD2 Acer P/N MB.PJJ06.001 42.PDA07.003 42.PDA07.004 VG.10P06.004 60.PJJ07.006 No. Description 9 Lower Door 10 HDD1 11 Battery 12 ODD 13 Bluetooth KN.2GB04.004 14 60.PJP07.001 15 KH.16001.042 16 Upper Cover Keyboard Switch Cover 11 10 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 223
No. Description 1 LCD Bezel 60.PH507.001 6 LCD Panel 2 LCD Bracket w/ hinge - L 33.PD207.002 7 LCD Bracket w/ hinge - R 3 Antenna_L 60.PJJ07.003 8 Antenna_R 4 LCD Cable for CCD 50.PDA07.002 9 Camera 5 LCD Module 6M.PJJ07.004 Acer P/N LK.1840D.003 33.PD207.001 60.PJJ07.003 57 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 224
Aspire 8940 FRU List Category Adapter Battery Board Description Adapter DELTA 120W-DE 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Green ADP120ZB BBGB, LV5+OBL LED LF Battery SANYO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery SONY AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery BOARD Acer PN. - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 225
FZ010008-006 POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS POWER CORD(EU) 1.8M 3PBLACK FM010008-010 POWER CORD(UK) 1.8M 3PBLACK FP010008-013 POWER CORD BRAZIL IMETRO 3 PIN POWER CORD(S.A) 1.8M 3BLACK FZ010008-006 BLUETOOTH CABLE Acer PN. 27.A03V7.006 27.TATV7.005 27.A99V7.002 27.A99V7.004 27.A99V7.005 27 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 226
MB Acer PN. 50.PDA07.009 FFC CABLE - USB/B TO MB 50.PDA07.010 Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly VGA SUPPORT BRACKET NVIDIA CPU Intel Core i7 720QM 1.6G 6M 1333 45W CPU Intel Core i7 820QM Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X AD7585H LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 227
Drive HDD ODD BRACKET Description Acer PN. 33.PDA07.003 BD COMBO MODULE ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X DS-4E1S LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7) ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BC-5500S LF W/O bezel FW 1.E1 SATA (Windows 7) ODD BRACKET Layer F/ W: 1003 ODD BRACKET 6M.PJJ07.003 KU.00405.015 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 228
014g-cm HDD BRACKET ASSY Acer PN. KH.25001 Keyboard Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 103KS Black Arabic Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black FR/Arabic Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Belgium Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Brazilian Portuguese Backlit Keyboard ACER - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 229
AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Sweden Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Swiss/G Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 103KS Black Thailand Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Turkish Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black UK Backlit Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 103KS Black US - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 230
Category Description LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA *2 LCD BEZEL ASSY FOR CCD Acer PN. 50.PDA07.002 60.PJJ07.003 60.PH507.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L 33.PD207.001 33.PD207.002 CCD MODULE SUYIN 1.0M CCD MODULE CN1014-S36B-OV01-1 CHICONY 1.0M LED LCD MODULE - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 231
Mainboard Description Acer PN. MAINBOARD PM55 DIS W/CARD READER EXPRESS CARD W/O CPU RAM MB.PJJ06.001 Memory Thermal Module Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB MT16JSF25664HY-1G1D1 LF 128*8 0.07um Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB EBJ21UE8BAU0-AE-E LF 128*8 0.07um Memory SAMSUNG SO - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 232
) SCREW M2.5*2-I (NI,NYLOK) SCREW M2.5*4-I(BNI) SCREW M2.0*3.0-I IRON SCREW M2.5*4.0-I(NI)(NYLOK) SCREW M2.5*6.5-I(BZN(NYLOK-RED) SCREW M2.5*5.0-I(NI) SCREW M3*0.5+3.5I Acer PN 86.A03V7.006 86.N1407.001 86.TDY07.001 86.N1407.003 86.S0207.001 86.D01V7.001 86.ARE07.001 86.ARE07.004 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 233
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Model Definition and Configuration Appendix A Aspire 8940 Series Model AS8940G724G50Bi RO EMEA Country Russia AS8940G- PA 724G50Mn Canada AS8940G- PA 724G50Bn USA AS8940G724G64Bn EMEA Germany AS8940G724G100W n EMEA South Africa AS8940G724G100W n AAP Japan AS8940G724G50Bn EMEA - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 235
724G50Wn AS8940G724G100W n EMEA AS8940G724G100W n EMEA AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn Country Germany Australia/ New Zealand Australia/ New Zealand Australia / New Zealand WW WW Denmark Switzerlan d Denmark Israel Israel Greece Acer Part No LX.PJP0 2.001 LX.PJP0 2.004 LX.PJP0 2.003 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 236
AS8940G724G100W n EMEA AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn AS8940G724G100W n EMEA AS8940G724G82Bn EMEA AS8940G724G82Bn EMEA AS8940G724G82Bn EMEA AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Mn Country Italy Acer Part No LX.PH2 02 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 237
- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn Country Luxembour g Acer Part No LX.PH2 02.039 Middle East LX.PH2 02.031 South PH2 02.030 South Africa LX.PH2 02.029 Description AS8940G-724G50Mn W7HP64ATLU3 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_IT41 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 238
- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn Country Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Italy Serbia/ Macedonia Holland Germany Belgium France UK Greece Acer Part No LX.PH2 02.028 LX.PH2 02.027 LX.PH2 02.026 LX.PH2 02.025 LX.PH2 02.024 LX.PH2 02 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 239
AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn AS8940G- EMEA 724G50Wn Country Spain Acer Part No LX.PH2 02.015 Portugal LX.PH2 02.014 Czech LX.PH2 02.013 Cyprus LX.PH2 02.011 Eastern Europe LX - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 240
WW WW 824G82Wn AS8940G- WW WW 904G75Bn AS8940G724G100W n EMEA Czech AS8940G- WW 724G64Bn GCTWN Acer Part No LX.PH2 02.001 S2.PH2 0X.001 LX.PH5 02.001 S2.PH5 / 500_L+250/BT/8L/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_TC11 AS8940G-724G50Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC N10PGS1GBCFbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ 8L2.4/5R/CBUL_n2_FP_1. - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 241
Model AS8940G904G48Mn RO WW Country WW Acer Part No S2.PH4 0X.001 Description AS8940G-904G48Mn VHP32ATWW3 MC 16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) Memory 1 SO2GBIII10 Memory 2 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 242
1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) Memory 1 SO2GBIII10 Memory 2 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 243
1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) Memory 1 SO2GBIII10 Memory 2 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 244
1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) Memory 1 SO2GBIII10 Memory 2 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G-724G50Bi AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Bn AS8940G-724G64Bn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G50Bn AS8940G - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 245
AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G82Bn AS8940G-724G82Bn AS8940G-724G82Bn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 246
BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 BT 2.1 Model AS8940G-724G50Bi AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Bn AS8940G-724G64Bn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G50Bn AS8940G-824G100Wn AS8940G-724G57Mn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-824G100Wn Extra SW1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 247
AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G82Bn AS8940G-724G82Bn AS8940G-724G82Bn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 248
AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-724G50Wn AS8940G-904G75Bn AS8940G-724G50Mn AS8940G-722G50Mn AS8940G-904G48Mn AS8940G-724G100Mn AS8940G-724G100Wn AS8940G-724G100Bn AS8940G-724G64Wn AS8940G-824G82Wn AS8940G-904G75Bn AS8940G - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 249
Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested and test procedures, please refer to the Aspire 8940 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Appendix B 239 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 250
Realtek Audio Codec ALC889X Realtek Audio Codec ALC889X Realtek Audio Codec ALC889X Battery SANYO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery SONY AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery SIMPLO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON PSS - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 251
SIMPLO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON PSS Battery SANYO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery SONY AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery SIMPLO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON PSS Foxconn Bluetooth - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 252
6M 1333 45W Ci7820QM CPU Intel Core i7 820QM 1.73G 8M 1333 45W Ci7720QM CPU Intel Core i7 720QM 1.6G 6M 1333 45W Ci7820QM CPU Intel Core i7 820QM 1.73G 8M 1333 45W Ci7720QM CPU Intel Core i7 720QM 1.6G 6M 1333 45W Ci7820QM CPU Intel Core i7 820QM 1.73G 8M 1333 45W SS801U SS801U - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 253
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 HDD1 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 254
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 BRAND WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 255
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 BRAND TOSHIBA HGST HGST AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 256
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 BRAND HGST AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 257
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 BRAND TOSHIBA HGST HGST AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 258
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 259
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 260
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 261
220nit 8ms 500:1" "LED LCD CMO 18.4"" WUXGA Glare N184H6-L02 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1" "LED LCD CMO 18.4"" WUXGA Glare N184H6-L02 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1" SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB NT1GC64BH8A1PS - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 262
ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB EBJ11UE6BBS0-AE-F LF 64*16 0.065um Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB EBJ10UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB M471B2873EH1-CF8 LF 64*16 0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB HMT112S6AFP6C-G7N0 LF 64*16 0.065um 252 Appendix - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 263
HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB HMT125S6BFR8C-G7 N0 LF 128*8 0.055um Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB NT1GC64BH8A1PS-BE LF 64*16 0.07um Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB MT8JSF12864HY-1G1D1 LF 64*16 0.07um Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB EBJ11UE6BBS0-AE-F LF 64*16 0.065um Appendix - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 264
ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB EBJ21UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB M471B5673DZ1-CF8 LF 128*8 0.065um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB M471B5673EH1-CF8 LF 128*8 0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB HMT125S6BFR8C-G7 N0 LF 128*8 0.055um 254 Appendix - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 265
(Windows 7) ODD PANASONIC BD RW 12.7mm Tray DL 4X UJ240A LF W/O bezel SATA (HF+Windows 7) ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633C LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD HLDS Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 266
NBDRW4XS NBDRW4XS NBDRW4XS NBDRW4XS NBDRW4XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NSM8XS NBDCB4XS NBDCB4XS NBDCB4XS NBDCB4XS NBDCB4XS Description ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X DS8A4SH LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD PIONEER BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BDCTD01RS LF - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 267
(Windows 7) ODD PANASONIC BD RW 12.7mm Tray DL 4X UJ240A LF W/O bezel SATA (HF+Windows 7) ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633C LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD HLDS Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 268
(Windows 7) ODD PANASONIC BD RW 12.7mm Tray DL 4X UJ240A LF W/O bezel SATA (HF+Windows 7) ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633C LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD HLDS Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 269
(Windows 7) ODD PANASONIC BD RW 12.7mm Tray DL 4X UJ240A LF W/O bezel SATA (HF+Windows 7) ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633C LF W/O bezel SATA (HF + Windows 7) ODD HLDS Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 270
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 271
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Software AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 TV Antenna AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 272
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 WiFi Antenna AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 273
BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 BRAND INTEL INTEL INTEL Type SP1x2MMW SP1x2MMW SP3x3MMW Description Lan Intel WLAN 512AN_MMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#895361 Lan Intel WLAN 512AN_MMWG2 Shirley Peak 5100 ME enable / MM#899541 Lan Intel WLAN - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 274
264 Appendix B - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 275
Website offers you convenient 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: • Service guides for all models • User's manuals • Training materials • Bios updates - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 276
266 Appendix C - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 277
Removing 123 FP Reader Bracket Removing 89, 164 FPC Cable Removing (flush) 128 Removing (standard) 118 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 211 G Graphics Card Removing 109, 145 Graphics Card Heatsink Removing 108, 146 H HDD Cover Removing 55 HDD1 Removing 58 HDD2 Removing 60 Hinge Supports Removing - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 278
144 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 67 Mainboard Removing 99, 154 268 Replacing 153 Media Board Removing 85, 167 Memory Check 192 Memory Cover Removing 55 Model Definition 224 N No Display Issue 193 O ODD Removing 56 Online Support Information 265 Optical Drive Module Removing 56 P Panel 5 Bottom - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 279
Block Diagram 4 T Test Compatible Components 239 Thermal Grease 146, 147 Thermal Module Removing 107 Replacing 147 TouchPad Board Removing 90, 161 TouchPad Failure 197 TouchPad Lock Board Removing 87, 165 Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure 196 Internal Microphone 199 Internal Speakers 198 LCD - Acer Aspire 8940G | Acer Aspire 8940 Service Guide - Page 280
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