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Aspire 5732Z/5332 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 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 2
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 5732Z/5332 service guides. Date Chapter Updates II - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 3
, 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 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 4
are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series 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 -on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide. In - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 6
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HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 41 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 47 Disassembly Requirements 47 Pre-disassembly Instructions 48 Disassembly Process 48 External Module Disassembly Process 49 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 49 Removing the Battery Pack 50 Removing the SD Dummy Card - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 8
Replacing the ODD Module 122 Replacing the Lower Covers 122 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 123 Replacing the Battery 124 Troubleshooting 125 Common Problems 125 Power On Issue 126 No Display Issue 127 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 128 LCD Failure 129 Built-In Keyboard Failure 129 TouchPad - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 9
150 Clearing Password Check 150 Clear CMOS Jumper 150 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 151 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 153 Aspire 5732Z/5332 Exploded Diagrams 154 Main Assembly 154 Mainboard Assembly 155 Base Assembly 156 Aspire 5732Z/5332 FRU List 157 Screw List 164 Model Definition - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 10
Table of Contents X - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 11
, HD 720p, 1366x768 16:9 aspect ratio Graphics • Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset Storage subsystem • One 9.5mm, 2.5" HDD (5400 rpm) supported with 160/250/320/500GB and above • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • Multi-in-1 card-reader Optical Drive • Fixed type, G-base, SATA interface, Combo - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 12
• 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • USB 2.0 port • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack • Microphone-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter Environment • Temperature - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 13
• Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Chapter 1 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 14
BU S ENE KB926 D2 page 29 Bluetooth Conn page 28 CMOS Camera page 17 Card Reader Realtek RTS5159 page 24 HD Au dio MDC 1. 5 Conn page 31 HDA Codec ALC272 page 32 Audio AMP page 33 Phone Jack x2 page 33 Power On/Off CKT . page 31 DC/DC Interface CKT . page 34 Power Circuit - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 15
6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Power button Turns the computer on and off. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard TouchPad - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 16
buttons. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Closed Front View 1 2 No. 1 Icon Item Power1 Description Indicates the computer's power status. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 17
the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. No. 1 2 2 4 5 12 3 4 5 Icon Item DC-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port External display (VGA) port USB 2.0 ports Microphone-in jack Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 18
drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Lights up when the optical drive is active. Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Ejects the optical drive 6 3 5 4 No. 1 2 8 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Releases the battery for removal. Chapter 1 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 19
bay Memory compartment Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's main memory. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 20
Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 21
to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping 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 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 22
is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some applications. access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on Type numbers in a normal manner. Num Lock - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 23
perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 24
of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys + < > + < > Icon Function Acer eSettings Management Bluetooth Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Brightness up Brightness down Volume Up Volume Down Description - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 25
1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Open - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 26
GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start´ All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: Double (vertical - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 27
On-die Cache Front Side Bus Specification Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor, supporting Intel® 64 architecture Intel® PDC/Celeron mobile -1329 • 1 M PGA SPL Spec (dBA) 28 31 34 37 40 40 Specification Core Voltage 1.075V1.175V 1.075V1.175V 0.951.30V 0.951.30V Acer P/N KC.16001.CMT KC.17001.CMT - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 28
memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Cache Specification Specification Insyde BIOS V0.06-T02 Flash • Flash ROM 1MB • Supports ISIPP • Supports Acer UI • Supports multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 29
LAN connector location Left side Feature Interface Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n Item Specification Manufacturer Foxconn Model Atheros HB93 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Specification Seagate ST9500325AS ST9250315AS Capacity (MB) 500, 250 Bytes per sector 512 Data - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 30
Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V ±5% 5400 8 MB SATA 352 150 5V ±5% 5400 8 MB SATA 395~952 (typical) 300 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 31
Super-Multi Drive Module Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage HLDS GT20N With CD Diskette Specification Sony AD7580S With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With DVD - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 32
-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model name Screen - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 33
Card Reader Part Name Package Item General Features RealTek RT5159 5-in-1 card reader • PCI-E interface • Push-push type • Dummy card Specification Chapter 1 23 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 34
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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 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 36
Aspire 5732Z/5332 Acer 63623032-6261-3964-6338-00235A495964 F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Select Menu Enter Select SubMenu F10 Save and Exit NOTE: The screen device installed in the system. Displays system BIOS version. This field displays the VGA firmware - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 37
from LAN (remote server). Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to factory defaults. Control the mode in which the SATA controller - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 38
Port 6 XASF Configuration Item Specific Help Configures Boot Settings. F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Select Menu Enter Select SubMenu F10 Save and Exit The table below describes the items, menus, and submenus in this screen. Settings in boldface are the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 39
menu. Express Card PCI Express Root -DVMT Size • Clock Chip Initialize • Enabled CK SSC • IGD-Boot Type • IGD-LCD Panel Type • IGD-TV • IGD-PAVP Mode • USB Legacy Latency Value • FACP-RTC S4 Wakeup • APIC-IO APIC Mode • HPET-HPET Support • Base Address select • N/A • PCI Express Root Port 1 • VC1 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 40
User Password Set SATA Port0 HDD Password Password on Boot Clear Clear Clear [Disabled] Item Specific Help Install or Change the password and the length setting of the hard disk password. Press Enter to set the supervisor password. When set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 41
when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen. 3. Press Enter. After setting the password, the computer sets the 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 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 42
User Password parameter to "Set". 5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. When you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following. Setup Notice Changes have been saved. [Continue] The - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 43
Disabled] [Disabled] Item Specific Help These items control various CPU parameters. F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Select Menu Enter Select SubMenu F10 Save and Exit The table below describes the items, menus, and submenus in this screen. Settings in boldface - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 44
. Disable or Enable wake up when the system power is off and a modem attached to the serial port is ringing. Disable or Enable optional quick boot from S4 Resume. Disable or Enable auto wake up by date and time or at a fixed time everyday. Submenu Items • Storage Break Event • PCIE Break - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 45
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. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Boot priority order: Item Specific Help 1. IDE0 : WDC - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 46
The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 47
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 pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 48
priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Boot priority order: Rev. 3.5 Item Specific Help 1. IDE0 : WDC WD5000BEVT-22ZAT0 2. IDE2 : 3. IDE1 : MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ880AS 3. USB - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 49
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 39 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 50
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. 40 Chapter 2 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 51
details about removing HDD/BIOS password: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error is generated. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: 1. After the error is displayed, select the Enter Unlock Password option on the screen. 2. An Encode key is - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 52
instrument to short the J1 jumper. Cleaning BIOS Passwords To clean the User or Supervisor passwords, perform the following steps: 1. From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.exe 2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screen. The onscreen message determines whether the function is - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 53
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 corresponding sequence. For example, enter BS2 to change the boot sequence to HDD | CD ROM | LAN - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 54
before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.). To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps: 1. Boot into DOS. 2. Execute dmitools. The following messages report to screen to confirm completion: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from bios • dmitools /wm xxxx ==> Write manufacturer - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 55
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 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 56
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3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from the mass produced model. This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 58
battery pack. Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The LCD Module cannot be disassembled outside of factory conditions. If any part of the LCD Module is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must be replaced. The disassembly remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 59
Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you must first remove the switch board. Turn off system - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 60
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown. 2. 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 50 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 61
Removing the SD Dummy Card 1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull it out from the slot. Chapter 3 51 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 62
Removing the Lower Covers 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. Remove the three (3) screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers. Memory Cover HDD Cover Step Lower Covers Size M2.5*8 Quantity 3 3. Remove - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 63
. 2. Remove one (1) screw securing the ODD module. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis. Chapter 3 53 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 64
5. Remove the two (2) screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step ODD Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity 2 6. Pull the top edge of the bezel downward and clear of the device. Screw Type 54 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 65
Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 52. 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 if present. Chapter 3 55 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 66
Removing the WLAN Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 52. 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board. NOTE: Cable placement is Black to the MAIN terminal and White to the AUX terminal. 56 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 67
4. Move the antenna away and remove the two (2) screws to release the WLAN Board. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity 2 5. Detach the WLAN Board from the WLAN socket. Screw Type NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. Chapter 3 57 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 68
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 52. 2. Using the pull, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 69
4. Remove the four (4) screws (two on each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step HDD Carrier Size M3*3 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier. Quantity 4 Screw Type Chapter 3 59 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 70
proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 71
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 50. 2. Turn the computer over. Press down the / and * keys on the right side of the Keyboard to expose the cutout. Insert a suitable plastic tool (or finger) and pry the Switch Cover upward, away from the Upper Cover. 3. Work along - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 72
1. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on page 61. 2. Pry up the centre of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the Upper Cover. 3. Turn the keyboard over on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the mainboard. 5. Lift the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 73
Module 1. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 62. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cables are free from - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 74
Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis. 5. Disconnect the LCD cable from the Mainboard and remove the cable from the cable channel. 6. Remove the white Antenna cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 75
tape securing the Antenna cable to the Upper Cover. 8. Remove the black Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is completely free of the retaining clips all the way to the hinge well. 9. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to expose the Hinge Covers. 10 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 76
12. Remove the four (4) securing screws (two each side) from the LCD module. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 4 13. Remove the left and right screw covers from on top of the hinges Screw Type 14. Lift the LCD Module clear of the Upper Cover. 66 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 77
Removing the Upper Cover 1. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 63. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the eleven (11) screws on the bottom panel. Step Upper Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 11 Screw - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 78
4. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard, labeled A,B,C and D. A B C D 68 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 79
5. Disconnect A as shown. 6. Disconnect C as shown. A 7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FFC cable as shown. C B 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FFC cable as shown. D NOTE: Avoid pulling on cables directly to prevent damage to the connectors. NOTE: Use the pull- - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 80
Cover Size M2.5*8 Quantity 9 Screw Type 10. Starting at the rear left side of the cover, pry apart the Upper and Lower Covers as shown. Work along the back edge of the casing to the right as shown, then lift the Upper Cover clear of the Lower Cover. 70 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 81
Removing the Power Board 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2. Locate the Power Board on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Remove the two (2) screws securing the Power Board to the Upper Cover. Step Power Board Size M2*3 Quantity 2 4. Lift the Power Board clear of the Upper Cover as shown. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 82
Removing the Left Speaker Module 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Remove the adhesive tape from the Speaker cable. 4. Remove the Speaker cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 83
5. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Left Speaker Module. Step Left Speaker Module Size M2*3 Quantity 1 6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, left side first as shown. Screw Type Chapter 3 73 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 84
Removing the Right Speaker Module 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown. 3. Turn the Upper Cover over and remove the Right Speaker Module cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 4. Turn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 85
5. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Right Speaker Module. Step Right Speaker Module Size M2*3 Quantity 1 6. Lift the Speaker clear of the Upper Cover, right side first as shown. Screw Type Chapter 3 75 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 86
be removed individually. To replace the TouchPad Board, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2. Lift the FFC to detach the adhesive securing the cable to the Upper Cover. 3. Release the FFC locking latch and disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the cover. 76 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 87
4. Remove the two (2) screws from TouchPad bracket. Step TouchPad Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 5. Lift the rear edge of the TouchPad bracket first to clear the securing clips and remove it as shown. Chapter 3 77 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 88
Removing the Mainboard 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 67. 2. Remove the one (1) securing screw from the Mainboard. Step Mainboard Size M2.5*4 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Lift the mainboard from the chassis, internal edge first, and place it on a clean, dust-free surface. 78 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 89
Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT:Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the Mainboard. To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the connections shown. Chapter 3 79 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 90
Removing the Thermal Module 1. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 52. 2. Remove the four securing screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 4 to screw 1) from the Thermal Module. 4 2 1 3 Step Thermal Module Size Quantity 4 3. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 91
Removing the CPU Fan 1. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on page 80. 2. Disconnect the Fan cable from the Mainboard as shown. 3. Remove the three (3) securing screws from the Fan Module. Step CPU Fan Size M2*3 Quantity 3 Screw Type Chapter 3 81 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 92
4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown. 82 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 93
malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed. 1. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on page 80. 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown. 3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown. Chapter 3 83 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 94
LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD Panel Remove LCD Brackets Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove Antennas Screw List Step LCD Bezel LCD Panel LCD Brackets Screw M2.5*6 M2 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 95
Remove the two (2) upper and two (2) lower bezel screw caps and screws. Step LCD Bezel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3. Starting from the bottom edge of the bezel, pry the bezel upwards and away from the panel. Work along the right side toward the top of the bezel, prying the covers apart - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 96
Removing the Camera Module 1. See "Removing the LCD Bezel" on page 85. 2. Locate the Camera Module at the top of the LCD Module and disconnect the camera cable. 3. Remove the Camera from the module. 86 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 97
1. See "Removing the Camera Module" on page 86. 2. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the LCD Panel. Step LCD Panel Size M2.5*6 Quantity 2 3. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cables in place. Screw Type 4. Remove the Camera cable cluster from the LCD Module as shown. Chapter 3 87 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 98
5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module. 88 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 99
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 87. 2. Remove the six (6) securing screws (three on each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity 6 3. Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel. Screw Type Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 100
face down on a soft clean surface.Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear. Lift the adhesive protector and disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel. 5. Lift the cable as shown to pull free the adhesive strip securing it in place. 6. Lift the FPC cable to disengage the remaining adhesive - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 101
Removing the Antennas 1. See "Removing the LCD Panel" on page 87. 2. Remove the adhesive strips holding the left antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 4. Remove the adhesive tape securing the left Antenna to the LCD Module. Chapter 3 91 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 102
5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the cover. 6. Remove the adhesive strips holding the right antenna cable in place. Ensure the cable is free from obstructions. 7. Remove the cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips and adhesive strips. 92 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 103
8. Remove the adhesive tape securing the right Antenna to the LCD Module. 9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the cover. Chapter 3 93 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 104
as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. Locating Pin Locating Pin 2. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna 3. Lay the cable down the side of the LCD Module in place. using all available clips and adhesive. 4. Run the cable along the cable channel - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 105
as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the Antenna are correctly seated. Locating Pin Locating Pin 6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna 7. Run the cable down the side of the LCD Module in place. using all available clips and adhesive. 8. Run the cable along the cable channel - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 106
9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when correctly installed. 96 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 107
Replacing the LCD Panel 1. Connect the LCD cable to the panel connector as shown. 2. Press down the adhesive strip 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. Chapter 3 97 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 108
brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Replace the six (6) screws (three on each side) in the brackets as shown. 6. Place the LCD Panel in the LCD Module, top edge first, and secure the LCD cable with adhesive tape. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD power cable passes through the hinge well and - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 109
7. Replace the Camera cable cluster in the LCD Module. 8. Secure the LCD module with the two securing screws. Replacing the Camera Module 1. Place the camera in the LCD Module. 2. Connect the cable to the camera module. Chapter 3 99 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 110
Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Replace the bezel and press down until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells and are not trapped by the bezel. 100 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 111
2. Replace the four (4) screws and screw caps provided. Chapter 3 101 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 112
Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. Socket Pin1 Locator CPU Pin1 Locator 2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 113
Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module. The following thermal grease types are approved for use: • is no need to spread the grease manually, the force used during the installation of the Thermal Module is sufficient. Chapter 3 103 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 114
four (4) securing screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to screw 4) to secure the Thermal Module in place. 4 2 1 3 Replacing the Mainboard 1. Ensure that the Mainboard is face up (the CPU is not visible). Place the Mainboard in the chassis, I/O connectors first (1), then rotate it - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 115
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket 1. Replace the TouchPad bracket top edge first to engage the securing clips. 2. Press the bracket down to engage the securing clips. 3. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the TouchPad Bracket to the Upper Cover. 4. Replace the TouchPad FFC and close the locking - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 116
5. Replace the FFC and press down as indicated to adhere it to the Upper Cover. 106 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 117
the Right Speaker Module 1. Place the module left side first on the Upper Cover 2. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the module in as shown. Ensure that the left side of the module is place. seated correctly in the securing - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 118
module right side first on the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the right side of the module is seated correctly in the securing clip. 2. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the module in place. 3. Run the cable along the cable channel using all available cable clips. 4. Secure the cable in - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 119
Power Board in to the Upper Cover front edge first to engage the securing clip. 2. Press the board down to locate the securing pin. 3. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover. Replacing the Upper Cover 1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover as shown. Chapter 3 109 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 120
2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place. 3. Replace the nine (9) screws in the Upper Cover as shown. 110 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 121
4. Replace the three (3) screw caps as shown. 5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard. A B C D Chapter 3 111 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 122
6. Connect A as shown. 7. Connect C as shown. A C 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. B 9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. D 112 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 123
10. Turn the computer over and replace the eleven screws as shown. Replacing the LCD Module 1. Align the screw holes on the LCD Module and Upper Cover and replace the LCD Module. 2. The left and right screw covers are shaped differently. Ensure that the correct cover is used. Left Screw Cover - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 124
that the securing tab on the rear of the cover is seated correctly in the Upper Cover. 5. Replace the four (4) screws securing the LCD Module to the Upper Cover. 6. Ensure that the Hinge Covers are replaced 7. Align the left Hinge Cover as shown and press correctly. Identify the rear edge of the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 125
9. Run the black Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 10. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place. 11. Run the white Antenna cable along the cable channel as shown using all available retaining clips. 12. Run the LCD cable along the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 126
14. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pass the Antenna cables through the chassis. 15. The Upper Cover appears as shown when the Antenna and LCD cables are correctly installed. 16. Turn the computer over. Run the Antenna cables along the cable channel as shown, using all available cable clips. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 127
17. Replace the two (2) screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Chapter 3 117 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 128
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place. 2. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first into the chassis. NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Press down as indicated to - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 129
Cover 1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the Upper Cover. 2. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the four (4) screws (two each side) to secure the carrier. Chapter 3 119 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 130
3. Insert the HDD, as indicated and lower it into place. 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to connect the interface. 120 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 131
the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the two (2) screws to secure the module. 3. Connect the two (2) Antenna cables to the module. 4. After connecting the cables to the terminals, NOTE: The black cable connects to the upper terminal (MAIN) and the white cable - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 132
ODD Module. 3. Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is 4. Replace the one (1) screw to secure the Module. flush with the casing. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Memory Cover as shown. 2. Replace the HDD Cover as shown. IMPORTANT: Press down around the perimeter of the covers - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 133
3. Replace the three (3) screws to secure the covers in place. Memory Cover HDD Cover Replacing the SD Dummy Card 1. Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot as shown. 2. Push until the card clicks into place and is flush with the casing. Chapter 3 123 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 134
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 battery in place. 2 1 124 Chapter 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 135
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 products, prototype cards 127 LCD Failure Page 129 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 129 TouchPad Failure Page - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 136
problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Computer Shuts down Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem connected to the computer that are not necessary to boot the computer to the failure point. 6. Remove any recently - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 137
cards and CD/DVD discs. Restart the computer. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by one until the failure point is discovered. 6. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Remove the drives (see "Disassembly Process" on page 48). 8. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 138
same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on page 48. 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 alone as this may reduce - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 139
If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 140
Failure If the TouchPad doesn't work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 141
using System Restore. If the issue is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 10. Reinstall the Operating System. 11. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 215. Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 142
to resolve the problem. 4. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. Check the BIOS settings are correct and that CD/DVD drive is set as the first boot device on the Boot menu. 6. Ensure - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 143
• Blank discs do not burn correctly • DVD or CD play breaks up or jumps • Optical drive not found or not active: • Not shown in My Computer or the BIOS setup • LED does not flash when the computer starts up • The tray does not eject • Access failure screen displays • The ODD is noisy Perform the - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 144
uninstall and reinstall the driver. d. Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in DVD/CD-ROM drives. If a device has software used for burning discs is the factory default. If using different software, refer to the software's user manual. Playback is Choppy If playback is - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 145
CD If the ODD works properly with alternate discs, the original disc is probably defective and should be replaced. 3. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD. See "Disassembly Process" on page 48. a. Check for broken connectors on the drive, motherboard, and - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 146
Failure If the WLAN fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 136 Chapter 4 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 147
If the CRT Switch, Dock, LAN Port, external MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following general steps to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 1. Check Drive whether is OK. 2. Check Test Fixture is ok. 3. Swap M/B to Try - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 148
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. 5. Determine - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 149
Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0. Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso all DIMMs Verify burst length of 8 is supported by all DIMMs Determine the smallest tWR supported by all DIMMs Determine DIMM size parameters - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 150
Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable Enable RCOMP Clear DRAM initialization bit in the SB Initialization Sequence Completed, program graphic clocks Disable access to the XMM registers BDS & Specific action: Code 0x00 0x12 0x13 0x21 0x27 0x28 0x50 0x51 0x58 0x5A 0x70 0x71 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 151
Code 0xF8 0xF9 Description Report that ExitBootServices () has been called Runtime driver set virtual address map Chapter 4 141 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 152
PEI_HOST_TO_SYSTEM PEI_MEMORY_INIT PEI_S3_RESUME PEI_CLOCK_GEN PEI_OP_PRESENCE PEI_TPM_TCG PEI_FIND_FV PEI_H2O_DEBUG_IO PEI_H2O_DEBUG_COMM PEI_SMM_CONTROL PEI_RESERVED PEI_OEM_DEFINED PEI_DXE_IPL Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT Code 0x30 0x31 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x36 0x37 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 153
Code 0x3B 0x3C 0x3D 0x3E 0x3F 0x40 0x41 0x42 0x43 0x44 0x45 0x46 0x47 0x48 0x49 0x4A 0x4B 0x4C 0x4D 0x4E 0x4F 0x50 0x51 0x52 0x53 0x54 0x55 0x56 0x57 0x58 0x59 0x5A 0x5B 0x5C 0x5D 0x5E 0x5F 0x60 0x61 0x62 0x63 0x64 0x65 Description MONOTONIC_COUNTER WATCH_DOG_TIMER SECURITY_STUB DXE_CPU_IO - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 154
Code 0x66 0x67 0x68 0x69 0x6A 0x6B 0x6C 0x6D 0x6E 0x6F 0x70 0x71 0x72 0x73 0x74 0x75 0x76 0x77 0x78 0x79 0x7A 0x7B 0x7C 0x7D 0x7E 0x7F 0x80 0x81 0x82 0x83 0x84 0x85 0x86 0x87 0x88 0x89 0x8A 0x8B 0x8C 0x8D 0x8E 0x8F 0x90 BIOS_KEYBOARD BIOS_VEDIO MONITER_KEY LEGACY_BIOS LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 155
Code 0x91 0x92 0x93 0x94~0x9F 0xA0 0xA1 0xA2 0xA3 0xA4 0xA5 0xA6 0xA7 0xA8 0xA9 0xAA 0xAB 0xAC 0xAD 0xAE 0xAF 0xB0 0xB1 Description DXE_0x91 PXE_BC PXE_DHCP4 EBC RESERVED DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO DXE_TPM_TCG DXE_TPM_PHYSICAL_PRESENCE DXE_OEM_SERVICE DXE_EVENT_LOG DXE_ - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 156
that error 30 cannot occur on 386SX systems because they have a 16 rather than 32-bit bus. The BIOS also sends the bitmap to the port-80 LED display. It first displays the check point code, followed by a delay, the high-order byte, another - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 157
Locations Top View Chapter 5 Item JLVDS1 JP14 JSPK1 JSPK2 JKB1 JTP1 U11 SW4 SW3 Description LCD Connector Power/B Connector Speaker (Left) Connector Speaker (Right) Connector Internal Keyboard Connector Touch Pad Connector South Bridge Touch pad (Left) Button Touch pad (Right) Button Chapter - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 158
JDIMM2 JDIMM1 JSATA1 JMINI2 DESCRIPTION AC-IN Connector RJ45 Connector CRT Connector Fan Connector USB Connector USB Connector MIC-In Jack Head-Phone Jack HDD Connector North Bridge CPU Socket Card Reader Socket Battery Connector Memory DIMM2 Connector Memory DIMM1 Connector ODD Connector Wireless - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 159
Power Board ITEM U1 SW1 SW2 SW3 LED1 LED3 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7 DESCRIPTION Lid Switch TP Lock Button ON/OFF Button Wireless Button ON/OFF LED Media LED Num LED Wireless LED Caps LED TP Lock LED Chapter 5 149 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 160
BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is necessary to bypass the password check, users need to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the following steps: 1. Power Off the system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery Modules" on page 55. 3. Disconnect the RTC Battery cable and locate the J1 jumper. 4. Use - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 161
Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed. BIOS Recovery - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 162
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chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 5732Z/5332. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering , 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 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 164
Aspire 5732Z/5332 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 1 2 3 6 4 2 5 7 No. Description 1 Middle Cover 2 Hinge Cover 3 Left Upper Cap 4 Upper Cover Acer P/N 60.PGT02.002 42.N2802.001 42.PGT02.002 60.PGT02.001 No. Description Acer P/N 5 Mainboard MB.PGV02.001 6 Right Upper Cap 42.PGT02. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 165
Mainboard Assembly 1 2 3 No. Description 1 Fan 2 Heatsink 3 Mainboard Acer P/N 60.N2802.001 60.N2802.006 MB.PGV02.001 Chapter 6 155 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 166
Base Assembly 1 2 3 No. Description 1 RAM Door 2 HDD Door 3 Lower Cover Acer P/N 42.N2802.004 42.N2802.005 60.N2802.002 156 Chapter 6 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 167
Aspire 5732Z/5332 FRU List CATEGORY Board Description POWER BOARD AcerPN 55.N2802.001 Cable WLAN CARD-XB63 WLAN CARD-BCM4312 TP FFC NI.23600.007 NI.23600.029 50.N2802.001 CPU/Processor POWER CORD US 3 PIN POWER CORD EU 3 PIN POWER CORD AUS 3 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 168
CATEGORY Description Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly UPPER CASE ASSY LOWER CASE TP BRACKET MIDDLE COVER ASSY HINGE CAP ASSY UP CAP R UP CAP L RAM DOOR ASSY HDD DOOR ASSY AcerPN 60.PGT02.001 60.N2802.002 33.N2802.001 60.PGT02.002 42.N2802.001 42.PGT02.001 42.PGT02.002 42.N2802.004 42.N2802.005 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 169
KH.32008.013 KH.50001.011 KH.50008.013 KH.50007.009 33.N2802.002 ODD Chapter 6 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE MODULE ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X UJ880A LF W/O bezel SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GT20N LF W/O bezel SATA ODD SONY Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 170
.006 33.N2802.003 Keyboard 160 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black US International Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Greek Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Arabic Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 171
CATEGORY LCD Description Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black Nordic Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black FR/Arabic Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black US w/ Canadian French Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 172
BEZEL FOR W/CCD-AS AcerPN 60.PEF02.001 LCD CABLE FOR W/CCD F LCD BRACKET R&L FOR LCD CAMERA 0.3 INVERTER LCD BEZEL FOR W/O CCD-AS 50.N2802.005 33.N2802.004 57.N2802.001 19.N2802.001 60.N3202.001 Mainboard LCD CABLE FOR W/O CCD F 60.PEE02.003 Mainboard AS5332 GL40 ICH9M 8132 W/O 1394 V1.0 LF - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 173
0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HYMP112S64CP6-Y5 LF Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HMP112S6EFR6C-Y5 LF 64*16 0.055um Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB NT2GT64U8HD0BN-3C LF 128*8 0.07um Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY-667G1 LF 128*8 0. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 174
ZKNL SCREW M2.45D 8.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZKNL SCREW M1.98D 3.0L K 4.6D 0.8T ZKNL SCREW M M 3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI + SCREW M M 2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI + Acer P/N. 86.N2802.001 86.N2802.002 86.N2802.003 86.N2802.004 86.N2802.005 86.N2802.006 164 Chapter 6 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 175
Chapter 6 165 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 176
Country Denmark Holland Denmark ACLASpanish Chile ACLASpanish ACLASpanish ACLAPortuguese ACLAPortuguese Chile ACLASpanish ACLASpanish ACLASpanish ACLAPortuguese ACLAPortuguese Chile ACLASpanish ACLASpanish Acer Part No LX.PGV02.009 LX.PGV02.017 LX.PGV02.047 LX.PGV0C.022 LX.PGV0C.023 LX.PGV0C.021 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 177
AS5332303G50Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn RO PA PA PA EMEA EMEA EMEA AAP EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA EMEA Country ACLASpanish Acer Part No LX.PGV08.003 ACLA- LX.PGV08.001 Portuguese ACLA- LX.PGV08.002 Portuguese Middle East LX.PGV01.004 Middle East LX.PGV01 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 178
AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mi AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn AS5332903G16Mn RO Country EMEA Portugal Acer Part No LX.PGV02.008 EMEA Norway LX.PGV02.006 EMEA UK LX.PGV02.004 EMEA - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 179
Model AS5332903G16Mn RO EMEA Country Algeria Acer Part No LX.PGV02.035 AS5332- EMEA South 903G16Mn Africa LX.PGV02.036 AS5332- EMEA Middle East LX.PGV02.037 903G16Mn AS5332- EMEA Middle East - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 180
East Czech Eastern Europe Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East Middle East ACLAPortuguese USA Vietnam Vietnam Vietnam WW WW UK UK Acer Part No LX.PGV02.031 LX.PGV02.028 LX.PGV02.027 LX.PGV0C.010 LX.PGV0Y.004 LX.PGV0C.003 LX.PGV0C.007 LX.PGV0C - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 181
WW Belgium Holland Luxembour g Italy Portugal Italy Russia Italy Middle East Middle East Holland Acer Part No LX.PGW02.002 LX.PGW02.004 LX.PGW02.003 LX.PGW0X.00 2 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_FR22 AS5732Z-434G25Mn W7HP64ATNL1 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_NL11 CPU - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 182
AS5732Z434G50Mn EMEA EMEA Hungary Czech AS5732Z- EMEA Poland 432G25Mn AS5732Z- EMEA Poland 432G32Mn AS5732Z- EMEA UK 433G25Mn AS5732Z- PA 434G25Mn Canada AS5732Z- EMEA Denmark 434G25Mn AS5732Z- EMEA Israel 433G16Mn AS5732Z- EMEA Israel 433G16Mn Acer Part No LX.PGU02.038 LX.PGU02.036 LX - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 183
AS5732Z- EMEA Italy 433G25Mn AS5732Z- EMEA Greece 433G25Mn AS5732Z- EMEA Poland 434G50Mn AS5732Z- EMEA Turkey 432G25Mn AS5732Z- PA 432G25Mn Chile AS5732Z- PA 432G25Mn ACLASpanish AS5732Z- PA 432G25Mn ACLASpanish Acer Part No LX.PGU02.103 LX.PGU02.102 LX.PGU02.101 LX.PGU02.099 LX.PGU02.098 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 184
AS5732Z432G25Mn AS5732Z434G25Mn AS5732Z433G32Mn RO PA Country ACLASpanish Acer Part No LX.PGU08.001 EMEA Middle 2*2G/500_L/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_PT11 AS5732Z-432G25Mn W7HP64ATAU1 MC UMACbs2 1*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 AS5732Z-434G25Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 185
Africa ACLAPortuguese UK Spain France UK USA Poland Poland Poland Middle East USA Chile Acer Part No LX.PGU02.074 LX.PGU02.053 LX.PGU02.059 LX.PGU02.018 5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_PL11 AS5732Z-434G25Mn VHB32ATPL1 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_PL11 AS5732Z-432G25Mn LINPUSAME2 UMACbs2 1*2G/250/ - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 186
Europe Poland USA USA Canada Canada India Chile ACLASpanish ACLASpanish ACLASpanish Acer Part No LX.PGU02.076 LX.PGU02.075 LX.PGU02.072 432G25Mn LINPUSAEU7 UMACbs2 1*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ENQ1 AS5732Z-433G25Mn W7HP64ATPL1 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_PL11 AS5732Z-434G25Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 187
AS5732Z434G25Mn RO PA PA PA Country ACLAPortuguese Acer Part No LX.PGU02.054 ACLASpanish LX. AS5732Z-434G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATZA4 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_ES61 AS5732Z-434G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATME4 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_RU61 AS5732Z-434G25Mn EM W7HP64EMATZA1 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 188
EMEA Eastern Europe EMEA Portugal EMEA Germany EMEA Eastern Europe EMEA Spain Acer Part No LX.PGU02.017 LX.PGU02.021 LX.PGU02.020 434G25Mn W7HP64ATSE1 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_FI11 AS5732Z-434G25Mn W7HP64ATCZ2 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_SK11 AS5732Z-434G25Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 189
India India India Singapore Vietnam Singapore WW Vietnam Vietnam Vietnam Vietnam Acer Part No LX.PGU02.040 LX.PGU02.039 LX.PGU02.042 434G25Mn W7HP64ATIL1 MC UMACbs2 2*2G/250/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_HE11 AS5732Z-433G32Mn VHP32ATSG1 MC UMACbs2 2G+1G/320/6L2.2/5R/ CB_bgn_0.3D_HG_EN12 AS5732Z-432G25Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 190
EMEA UK 433G25Mn AS5732Z- EMEA UK 432G16Mn AS5732Z431G16Mn AS5732422G16Mn AAP WW Vietnam WW Acer Part No LX.PGU0X.008 LX.PGU0X.006 LX.PGU0X.007 LX.PGU0Y.007 AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-902G16Mn LCD VGA Chip N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 191
-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn LCD VGA Chip N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 192
-303G25Mn AS5332-304G32Mn AS5332-303G16Mn AS5332-303G50Mn AS5332-903G25Mn AS5332-303G16Mn AS5332-304G32Mn AS5332-572G16Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn LCD VGA Chip N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG UMA - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 193
434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn 433G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn LCD VGA Chip N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 194
AS5732Z-432G16Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn LCD VGA Chip N15.6WXGAG UMA N N15.6WXGAG - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 195
-434G25Mi AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn LCD VGA Chip - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 196
Model AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G32Mn AS5732Z-431G16Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 197
Model AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-902G25Mn AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-302G25Mn AS5332-903G16Mi AS5332-902G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-304G32Mn AS5332 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 198
Model AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332-903G16Mn AS5332 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 199
-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-432G16Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G16Mn AS5732Z-433G16Mn AS5732Z-433G16Mn AS5732Z-433G16Mn AS5732Z-433G16Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 200
AS5732Z-432G16Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 201
-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mi AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 202
434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn N N N N N Card Reader 5 in 1-Build - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 203
McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee Card Reader 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 1-Build in 5 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN Bluetooth N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 204
McAfee McAfee McAfee N McAfee N N McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee N McAfee Card Reader 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 1- 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN Bluetooth N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 205
434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee McAfee Card Reader 5 in 1-Build in 5 in 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN Bluetooth N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 206
AS5732Z-432G16Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G50Mn AS5732Z - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 207
-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 208
434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-434G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-433G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn AS5732Z-434G32Mn AS5732Z-432G25Mn N N Card Reader 5 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 209
® Vista and Windows® 7 environments. 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 5732Z/5332 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 210
Microsoft® Windows® OS Environment Test Vendor Adapter DELTA Type 65W LITE-ON 65W HIPRO 65W DELTA 65W LITE-ON 65W HIPRO 65W DELTA 65W LITE-ON 65W HIPRO 65W DELTA 65W LITE-ON 65W HIPRO 65W DELTA 65W LITE-ON 65W HIPRO 65W DELTA 65W LITE-ON 65W HIPRO 65W Battery - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 211
2009A Li-Ion 3S2P LGC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON LGC 2.2Ah(S3 ) Battery SIMPLO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON SDI 2.2Ah(F) Battery SANYO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) Battery SONY AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(G6F - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 212
2009A Li-Ion 3S2P LGC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON LGC 2.2Ah(S3 ) Battery SIMPLO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON SDI 2.2Ah(F) Battery SANYO AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(A) Battery SONY AS-2009A Li-Ion 3S2P SONY 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON 2.2Ah(G6F - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 213
Vendor INTEL INTEL INTEL INTEL INTEL INTEL HDD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST WD SEAGATE HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST Appendix B Type PMDT4200 PMDT4300 PMDT4400 PMDT4200 PMDT4300 PMDT4400 N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 214
Vendor HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST WD SEAGATE HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE 204 Type N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N500GB5. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 215
Vendor TOSHIBA HGST WD SEAGATE HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST WD SEAGATE HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA Appendix B Type N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 216
Vendor HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST WD SEAGATE HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST HGST WD 206 Type N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N160GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N250GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS N320GB5.4KS - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 217
15.6" WXGA Glare B156XW01-V0 LF 220nit 8ms CCFL LCD AUO 15.6"W WXGA Glare B156XW01 V0 1A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 CCFL LCD SAMSUNG 15.6"W WXGA Glare LTN156AT01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156WH1-TLA1 LF 220nit 8ms 400:1 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH1-TLA3 LF 220nit - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 218
LTN156AT01-A01 LF 220nit 8ms 600:1 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6" WXGA Glare LP156WH1-TLA1 LF 220nit 8ms 400:1 CCFL LCD LPL 15.6"W WXGA Glare LP156WH1-TLA3 LF 220nit 8ms 400:1 LCD CMO 15.6" WXGA Glare N156B3-L02 LF 220nit 8ms Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C LF 64*16 0.07um Memory MICRON SO - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 219
*16 0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HYMP112S64CP6Y5 LF Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HMP112S6EFR6CY5 LF 64*16 0.055um Memory NANYA SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB NT2GT64U8HD0BN-3C LF 128*8 0.07um Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY-667G1 LF 128*8 0. - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 220
Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB MT8HTF12864HDY-667G1 LF 64*16 0.065um Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864EH3-CE6 LF 64*16 0.055um Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB Lite+LSI modem ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X UJ880A LF W/O bezel SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 221
HLDS NSM8XS SONY NSM8XS PLDS NSM8XS VGA Chip None None AMD AMD UMA UMA M92XT M92XT Appendix B Description ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X AD-7580S LF W/O bezel SATA ODD PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X DS-8A3S LF W/O bezel SATA ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 222
SB Chipset Intel CS ICH9M Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard Black NONE Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard Black NONE Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard Black NONE Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard Black NONE Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 223
WNC WNC WNC Audio Codec Realtek Realtek Realtek Realtek Realtek Realtek A cover Quanta Wistron B cover Camera Suyin Chicony Suyin Chicony Suyin Chicony Card Reader Software Wireless LAN Foxconn Type PIFA PIFA PIFA ALC272X ALC272X ALC272X ALC272X ALC272X ALC272X Normal wi IMR Mirror w/Camera Mirror - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 224
Vendor Foxconn Foxconn Foxconn Foxconn Foxconn Type 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN 3rd WiFi 1x2 BGN Description Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn Wireless LAN Atheros HB93 1x2 BGN (HM) Foxconn - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 225
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 • Software - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 226
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15 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 49 F Features 1 Flash Utility 37 FPC Cable Removing 89 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 153 H Hard Disk Drive Removing 58 Replacing 119 HDTV Switch Failure 137 Hibernation mode hotkey 14 Hot Keys 12 I Indicators 10 Intermittent Problems 138 Internal Speaker - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 228
O ODD Failure 133 Online Support Information 215 Optical Disk Drive Replacing 122 Optical Drive Module Removing 53 P Panel 5 Bottom 8 PC Card 10 Power Board Removing 71 Replacing 109 Power On Failure 126 R Replacing 107, 108 Right Speaker Module Removing 74 Replacing 107 RTC Battery Removing 79 S SD - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 229
Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure 129 EasyTouch Buttons 136 HDTV Switch 137 Internal Speakers 130 LCD Failure 129 Modem 136 No Display 127 ODD 133 Other Failures 137 Power On 126 Thermal Unit 136 TouchPad 130 WLAN 136 U Undetermined Problems 138 Upper Cover Removing 67 Replacing 109 utility BIOS - Acer Aspire 5732Z | Acer Aspire 5332 / 5732Z Series Service Guide - Page 230
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