Aspire 5540/5560/5590 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.
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 5540/5560/5590 service guide. Date II Chapter Updates 2006/02/17 Chapter 3 and Chapter 6 Add CCD module (camera) information to Chapter 3 and Chapter 6 for Aspire 5560 series. 2006/4/1 Chapter 1 Add Radeon X1600 VGA chipset on page 1. 2006/4/6 Chapter 3 Revise CCD module (digital camera) disassembling steps to Chapter 3 for Aspire 5560 series.
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: IV SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures.
Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability).
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Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature: Platform and memroy T Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology, featuring: t Intel® CoreTM Duo processor T2300/T2400/T2500/T2600 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.66/1.83/2/2.16 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) or higher t Intel® CoreTM Duo processor T7200/T7400/T7600 (4 MB L2 cache, 2.0/2.16/2.33 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) or and T5500/T5600 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.66/1.
T Touchpad with 4-way scroll button T Four easy-launch buttons T Two front-access switches: WLAN LED and Bluetooth® LED-switches (for selected models) T Intel® High-Definition audio support T Sound Blaster ProTM and MS-Sound compatible T S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers T Audio system with two built-in speakers T Built-in microphone Audio Communication T Modem: 56K ITU V.
System Block Diagram SYSTEM DC/DC Block Diagram (Discrete) Mobile CPU CLK GEN. IDT CV125PA (ICS 954206) 3 Yonah 478 1.83G/2G/2.16G 4, 5 HOST BUS DDR2 19 11,12 TVO 400/533/667MHz DDR2 Calistoga Ver.:A3 :71.945PM.A0U / QK58 533/667MHz 533 MHz 6,7,8,9,10 11,12 PCI Express x16 M56 Ver.: B24 M52 Ver.: A12 M54 Ver.: A12 LVDS Line In Codec ATI M54P / M52P PCMCIA I/F 1394 CONN 24,25 802.11A/B/G Ver. : B0, 71.ICH7M.A0U / QK65 KI.80101.
Board Layout Top View 4 1 SW1 Switch 7 BLUE1 Bluetooth Cable Connector 2 LEDB1 LED Board Cable Connector 8 U39 LAN Connector: RTL8100CL 3 KB1 Keyboard Connector 9 RTC1 RTC Battery Connector 4 TPAD1 Touchpad Cable Connector 10 U40 Keyboard Controller: ENE CB1410QF 5 LCD1 LCD Cable Connector 11 SPKR1 Speaker Set Cable Connector 6 LAUNCH1 Launch Board Cable Connector Chapter 1
Bottom View NOTE: This is engineering sample. The image above may not be exactly the same as the real main board you get.
Jumper Settings PIN 6 Description Pin1-Pin5 On Clear Password Pin2-Pin6 On NC Pin3-Pin7 On KBC_MATRIX1 Pin4-Pin8 On KBC_MATRIX2 Chapter 1
Just for Starters... Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new Aspire computer. # # Item Description Icon Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer’s functions and components. 3 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
"Easy-launch buttons" on page 25 Closed Front View # Item Description # Item Description # # Icon Icon 1 # Icon Item Description Item Description "Easy-launch buttons" on page 18 ® Press to enable/disable Bluetooth function. Bluetooth communication button/ Lights to indicate the status of Bluetoothcommunications (for indicator "Easy-launch buttons" on page 18selected models). Item Description 2 Wireless communication button/ indicator Press to enable/disable Wireless function.
Left View # # Icon Icon Item Description Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. (Some models have slot-in ODD module. The picture displays tray-in ODD module ). 3 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
Right View # # Icon Item Description Icon Item Description 1 Three USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Connects to a television or display device with S-video input (for Aspire 5560). 3 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolong use. 4 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 5 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (1000 Mbps for Aspire 5560).
# Icon Item Description External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Battery Powers the computer Bottom Panel # Item Description 1 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured with screws) 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer’s main memory.
The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. Icon Function Icon Description Function Cap lock Icon 12 Function Description Num lock Description Lights when Cap Lock is activated Lights when Num Lock is activated. HDD Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is active. Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-Launch Buttons Located above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: mail Web browser, Empowering Key “ “and one user-programmable button. Press “ “ to run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser "Acerbuttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset on by page users.
T Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. T Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad 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. T Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.
Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num lock + When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
Key Icon Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of function: + Activates next taskbar button. + Opens the My Computer window + Opens Help and Support. + Opens the Find: All Files dialog box. + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action.
Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Fn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Fn-F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. Fn-F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Fn-F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. Fn-w Volume up Increases the speaker volume.
2. Either directly press the < > symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the<5> symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either directly press the < > key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version. NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.
Acer Empowering Technology Acer’s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: T T T T T T T T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms. Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings.
easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messager and Microsoft Outlook. There are two passwords that can be used to encrypt/decrypt a file; the supervisor passowrd and the filespecific password. The supervisor passwork is a “master” password that cna decrypt any file on your system; the file-specific password will be used to encrypt files by default, or you cna choose to enter your own filespecific password when encrypting a file.
Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can’t be stolen while your notebook is unattended. T T T Removable data devices - includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system.
Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: T T T 22 Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files. Speed optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system.
Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system’s HDD. User-created backups are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: T T T Password protection. Recovery of applications and drivers. Image/data backup: T T Back up to HDD (set recovery point). T Back up to CD/DVD.
NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management’s “System backup to optical disk” feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your Acer ezDock.
Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, either click on the “Acer eNet Management” icon on your netebook, or start the program from the Start menu. You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC.
Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically apply the appropriate profile when you move fromone location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information. Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface.
Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. You can also click “Advanced Settings” to: T T T T Set alarms. Re-load factory defaults. Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed, and set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. View information about Acer ePower Management.
Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you select from two of the most common projector resolutions: XGA and SVGA.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item CPU type Specification ® TM Intel Core Duo processor T2300/T2400/T2500/T2600 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.66/1.83/2/2.16 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) or higher Intel® CoreTM Duo processor T7200/T7400/T7600 (4 MB L2 cache, 2.0/ 2.16/2.33 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) or and T5500/T5600 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.66/ 1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) Core logic Intel® 945GM/945PM Express chipset+ICH7 CPU package Intel socketable 478pin Micro-BGA CPU core voltage 0.944~1.
System Memory Item Specification Supports DIMM package 200-pin soDIMM Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications.
Modem Interface Item Specification Supports modem protocol V.92 Modem connector type RJ11 Modem connector location Right side Bluetooth Interface Item Chipset Specification Built-in ICH7M Data throughput 723 bps (full speed data rate) Protocol Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). Interface USB 1.1 Connector type USB Wireless Module 802.
Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) 100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V(DC) +/- 5% Combo Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & model name DVD/CDRW HLDS GCC-4244N Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.
DVD-Dual Interface Item Specification Power Requirement Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Specification ALC883 Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 16 bit stereo digital to analog converter 16 bit stereo analog to digital converter Compatibility HD Audio Mixed sound source Line-in, CD Voice channel 8/16-bit, mono/stereo Sampling rate 44,1 KHz (48K byte for AC97 interface) Internal microphone Yes Internal speaker /
PCMCIA Port Item Specification PCMCIA controller TI PCI 7412 Supports card type Type-II Number of slots One type-II Access location Left panel Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port No ZV support Supports 32 bit CardBus Yes Express Card Interface Item Specification PCMCIA controller Built-in ICH7M Supports card type 75mmx34mm(W)x5mm Number of slots One Access location Left panel Interface PCI Express System Board Major Chips Item Controller Core logic Intel 945GM/PM+ICH7M VGA Built-i
Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name Sanyo (6cell) 2.0 Sony (6cell) 2.0 Panasonic (6cell) 2.0 Snayo (6cell) 2.4 Sony (6cell) 2.4 Panasonic (6cell)2.4 Sanyo (9cell) 2.4 Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 4000 mAH for Sanyo (6cell) 2.0 3920 mAH Sony (6cell) 2.0 3900 mAH Panasonic (6cell) 2.0 4800 mAH Snayo (6cell) 2.4 4800 mAH Sony (6cell) 2.4 4800 mAH Panasonic (6cell)2.4 Sanyo (9cell) 2.
LCD 14.1” inch Item Specification Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left 40/40 45/45 40/40 Vertial: Upper/Lower 10/30 15/35 20/40 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 -20 to +60 -25 to +60 -20 to +60 Temperature Range( ° C) Operating Storage (shipping) LCD Inverter Item Specification Vendor & model name Darfon/V189-301GP Brightness conditions N/A Input voltage (V) 9~21 Input current (mA) 2.56 (max) Output voltage (V, rms) 780V (2000V for kick off) Output current (mA, rms) 6.
Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises.
Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: T To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). T To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy). T To change the value of a parameter, press por q. T A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press e to expand this item. T Press ^ while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.
Information PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Information Advanced Security Boot Exit Intel (R) Core (TM) Duo processor T2300 CPU Type : 1660MHz CPU Speed : HDD Model Name : ST96812A - (PM) HDD Serial Number : PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K16RA ATAPI Model Name : None ATAPI Serial Number : None System BIOS Ver: V1.03 1227 VGA BIOS Ver 1.
Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Security Main Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: [09:03:49] System Date: [11/29/2005] System Memory: 640 KB , , or selects field.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Format/Option System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24-hour format. Format: HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second) System Time System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Memory This field reports the memory size of the system.
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Information Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help User Password is : Supervisor Password is : Clear Clear Supervisor Password controls accesses of the Set User Password Set Supervisor Password [Enter] [Enter] Primary HardDisk Security [Disabled] Password on Boot [Disabled] whole setup utility.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Option User Password is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When user password is set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access.
1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Password box appears: 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”. 4. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Changing a Password 1.
If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.
Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help +Hard Drive Floppy Devices CD-ROM/DVD Drive Network Boot 46 Keys used to view or configure devices: to expands or collapses devices with a + or and moves the device up or down.
Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Security Exit Boot Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Small Philips screw driver T Philips screwdriver T Plastic flat head screw driver T Tweezers NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size.
General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 50 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. Remove the battery pack.
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the system board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
LCD Module 4 screw caps J*4 for 15" J*8 for 15.4" LCD Bezel I*2 I*2 LCD Inverter LCD Panel LCD Assembly G*8 LCD LCD Wire Cable LCD Brackets Screw List Item 52 Description Part Number A SCW HEX NYL I#R-40/O#4-40 L5.5 34.00015.081 B SCREW MACH WAFER M2*L4 NI 86.00059.220 (PC Card slot x4) C CPU SCREW M2.5*4.3L (2.3 KG) 86.00D01.230 D CPU SCREW M2.5*4.3L (1.55 KG) 86.00D02.230 E SCREW M2.5-6 86.9A323.6R0 F SCRW M2.5*L8(NON NYLOK) 86.9A323.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Unlock the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.
Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the Memory/the ODD Module and the LCD Module Removing the Memory and the HDD Module 54 1. Remove the five screws fastening the DIMM cover. 2. Detach the DIMM cover carefully. 3. Pop out the memory carefully. 4. Disconnect wireless main and auxiliary antenna from the wireless LAN card. 5. Remove the two screws fastening the wireless LAN card. 6. Then take out the wireless LAN card from the main unit. 7.
9. Remove the four screws fastening the HDD module. 10. Then detach the HDD module carefully. Removing the ODD Module 1. First, remove the screw fastening the ODD module as shown. 2. Push the ODD module outwards then remove it. Removing the LCD Module 1. Detach the middle cover from the main uiit carefully. 2. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the launch board.
3. Remove the middle cover (with launch board and microphone) from the main unit. 4. Disconnect the microphone cable from the launch board. 5. Take out the microphone from the middle cover. 6. Remove the two screws fastening the launch board. 7. Then remove the launch board from the middle cover. 8. Remove the screw holding the keyboard. 9. Turn over the keyboard as shown. . 10. Disconnect the keyboard cable. 11. Remove the keyboard from the main unit. 12.
13. Pull the antenna set from the main unit. 14. Disconnect the LCD cable. 15. Turn over the notebook then remove two screws fastening the LCD module. 16. Remove two screws fastening the LCD hinges. 17. Then detach the LCD module from the main unit.
Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly 1. Disconnect the touchpad cable and the LED FFC from the main board. 2. Remove the 15 screws on the bottom as shown. 3. Detach the upper case assembly from the lower case assembly carefully. Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly 4. Turn over the lower case assembly to the bottom side, then disconnect the fan cable. 5. Turn over the lower case assemlby to the fron side, then detach the bluetooth module.
11. Remove the two screws holding the speaker set. 12. Take out the speaker set from the lower case. 13. Remove the three screws fastening the system fan. 14. Detach the fan from the lower case. 15. Disconnect the RTC battery cable then detach the RTC battery. 16. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the main board. 17. Disconnect the modem cable from the main board. 18. Disconnect the modem board from the main board. 19. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem board as shown.
20. Remove the five screws fastening the heatsink. 21. Remove the heatsink from the main board. 22. Use a flat-headed screwdriver to release the CPU socket lock. 23. Remove the CPU from the CPU socket carefully. Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly 60 1. Remove the two screws fastening the LED board. 2. The remove the LED board from the upper case assembly carefully. 3. Disconnect the LED board FFC from the LED board. 4. Disconnect the touchpad FFC then remove it.
5. Remove the four screws fastening the touchpad bracket. 6. Remove the touchpad bracket (with touchpad). 7. Detach the touchpad from the touchpad bracke.
Disassembling the LCD Module 1. Remove the four screw caps as shown. 2. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel. 3. Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module. 4. Remove the two screws fastening the LCD inverter. 5. Take out the LCD inverter from the LCD cover, then disconnect the LCD cable from the inverter. 6. Remove the two screws holding the LCD to the LCD panel. 7. Remove the LCD assembly from the LCD panel as shown. 8. Remove the two screws fastening the wireless antenna set.
13. Tear off the tape fastening the LCD cable. 14. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD. 15. Tear off another tape holding the LCD cable. 16. Remove the four screws fastening the LCD right bracket. 17. Remove the right bracket from the LCD. 18. Remove the four screws fastening the LCD left bracket. 19. Remove the left bracket from the LCD.
Disassembling the LCD Module (with video camera) 1. Remove the four screw caps as shown. 2. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel. 3. Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module. 4. Remove the two screws fastening the LCD inverter. 5. Take out the LCD inverter from the LCD cover, then disconnect the LCD cable from the inverter. 6. Remove the two screws holding the digital camera to the LCD panel. 7. Detach the CCD panel from the CCD bezel assembly. 8.
13. Take out the LCD assembly from the LCD panel. 14. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD. 15. Tear off the tape fastening the LCD cable and detach the LCD cable from the LCD. 16. Remove the two screws holding the wireless antenna set to the LCD panel. 17. Take out the wireless antenna set from the LCD panel. 18. Remove the two screws holding the LCD hinges then remove the hinges. 19. Remove the four screws fastening the LCD right bracket. 20. Remove the right bracket from the LCD. 21.
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Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module 1. Remove the four screws fastening the HDD bracket. 2. Remove the HDD bracket. Disassembling the ODD Module 1. Remove the two screws holding the ODD fix holder bracket. 2. Then remove the ODD fix holder bracket. 3. Reove the two screws fastening the ODD rail bracket then remove the rail bracket.
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. 2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3.
System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is required. NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail. Do the following to select the test device. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2.
If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. 2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 3. Press F2 in the test items. 4. Follow the instructions in the message window.
Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter cable. See the following figure Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V Pin 2: 0V, Ground 1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. 2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following: T Replace the System board. T If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 86. If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: 1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel 2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter. 4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging. From Hardware: 1. Power off the computer. 2.
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 Error Messages Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) 010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) 070 Real Time Clock Error 071 CMOS Battery Bad 072 CMOS Checksum Error 110 System disabled. Incorrect password is specified.
Error Message List Error Messages Real time clock error FRU/Action in Sequence RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Error Message List No beep Error Messages No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. FRU/Action in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 71.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM. LED board. System board. No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 71..
Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps 02h Verify Real Mode 03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) 04h Get CPU type 06h Initialize system hardware 08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values 09h Set IN POST flag 0Ah Initialize CPU registers 0Bh Enable CPU cache 0Ch Initialize caches to initial POST values 0Eh Initialize I/O component 0Fh Initialize the local bus IDE 10h Initialize Power Management 11h Load alternate registers with initial POST values 12h Restore CPU control wo
Code 46h Beeps 2-1-2-3 48h POST Routine Description Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS 49h Initialize PCI bus and devices 4Ah Initialize all video adapters in system 4Bh QuietBoot start (optional) 4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM 4Eh Display BIOS copyright notice 50h Display CPU type and speed 51h Initialize EISA board 52h Test keyboard 54h 58h Set key click if enabled 2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts 59h Initialize POST display service 5Ah Display pro
Code Beeps 8Ch Initialize floppy controller 8Fh Determine number of ATA drives (optional) 90h Initialize hard-disk controllers 91h Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers 92h Jump to UserPatch2 93h Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards 95h Install CD ROM for boot 96h Clear huge ES segment register 97h 98h Fixup Multi Processor table 1-2 Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure.
Code Beeps D2h POST Routine Description Unknown interrupt Code Beeps E0h Initialize the chipset E1h Initialize the bridge E2h Initialize the CPU E3h Initialize the system timer E4h Initialize system I/O E5h Check force recovery boot E6h Checksum BIOS ROM E7h Go to BIOS E8h Set Huge Segment E9h Initialize Multi Processor EAh Initialize OEM special code EBh Initialize PIC and DMA ECh Initialize Memory type EDh Initialize Memory size EEh Shadow Boot Block EFh System memory
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work Action in Sequence LCD is too dark Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system. LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can’t be charged Action in Sequence See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 73. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size.
Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than 90%. Action in Sequence Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board System board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System configuration does not match the installed devices.
Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3.
Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU). NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power System Check” on page 71.): 86 1.
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View 1 SW1 Switch 7 BLUE1 Bluetooth Cable Connector 2 LEDB1 LED Board Cable Connector 8 U39 LAN Connector: RTL8100CL 3 KB1 Keyboard Connector 9 RTC1 RTC Battery Connector 4 TPAD1 Touchpad Cable Connector 10 U40 Keyboard Controller: ENE CB1410QF 5 LCD1 LCD Cable Connector 11 SPKR1 Speaker Set Cable Connector 6 LAUNCH1 Launch Board Cable Connector Chapter 5 87
Bottom View NOTE: This is engineering sample. The image above may not be exactly the same as the real main board you get.
Jumper Settings PIN Description Pin1-Pin5 On Clear Password Pin2-Pin6 On NC Pin3-Pin7 On KBC_MATRIX1 Pin4-Pin8 On KBC_MATRIX2 Chapter 5 89
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Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 5540/5560/5590. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide.
Aspire 5540/5560/5590 Exploded Diagram Aspire 5540/5560/5590 FRU List Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. Adapter ADAPTER 65W DELTA SADP-65KB DBE AP.06501.007 ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA-165002WR AP.06503.011 ADAPTER 65W LISHIN SLS0335A19A54LF AP.06506.003 BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH SANYO BT.00603.014 BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SONY BT.00604.006 BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH PANASONIC BT.00605.002 BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.4MAH SANYO BT.00603.012 BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.
Category No. Part Name and Description BLUETOOTH MODULE FOXCONN BCM2045 Acer Part No. 54.TB2V1.001 Note: The bluetooth module does not contain the black mylar as the image shows. Cables Chapter 6 MODEM CABLE 50.TB2V1.005 LED CABLE 50.TB2V1.003 TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.TB2V1.001 LAUNCH BOARD CABLE 50.TB2V1.002 BLUETOOTH CABLE 50.TB2V1.004 POWER CORD 2.5A 125V USA 27.01518.781 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA 27.01518.591 POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.T30V1.001 POWER CORD 7A 250V 2PIN KOREAN 27.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. POWER CORD 2.5A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK 27.01518.631 POWER CODE 7A 125V JAPAN 2PIN 27.03518.161 LOWERCASE W/SPEAKER 60.TB2V1.001 SPEAKER 23.TB2V1.001 MIDDLE COVER 60.AA6V1.003 MIDDLE COVER (TM) 60.TB2V1.003 Case/Cover/Bracket/Assembly Speaker Case/Cover/Bracket/Assembly 94 MINI CARD COVER TBD DIMM COVER 42.TB2V1.001 HDD COVER 42.TB2V1.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33.TB2V1.001 UPPER CASE 60.AA6V1.002 UPPER CASE (TM) 60.TB2V1.002 COMBO MODULE 24X 6M.TB2V1.001 OPTICAL FIX HOLDER BRACKET 33.TB2V1.002 OPTICAL RAIL HOLDER 33.TB2V1.003 OPTICAL BEZEL GBASE FOR COMBO 42.TB2V1.003 COMBO MODULE 24X HLDS GCC4244N LF 1.00AB W/O BEZEL KO.0240A.005 COMBO MODULE 24X LITEON SOSC-2485K W/O BEZEL KO.02409.015 CPU CEL-M370 1.5GMHZ INTEL KC.NV001.370 CPU DOTHAN730 1.6GMHZ INTEL KC.N0001.
Category No. Part Name and Description CPU DOTHAN740 1.73GMHZ INTEL Acer Part No. KC.N0001.740 CPU DOTHAN725A 1.6GMHZ INTEL KC.NA001.725 CPU CEL-M370 1.5G MHZ INTEL KC.NC001.370 CPU CEL-M380 1.6GMHZ INTEL KC.NV001.380 CPU CEL-M390 1.7GMHZ INTEL KC.NV001.390 CPU CEL-M360 1.4GMHZ INTEL KC.NV001.360 DVD-RW MODULE 8X 6M.TB2V1.002 OPTICAL FIX HOLDER BRACKET 33.TB2V1.002 DVD Module OPTICAL RAIL HOLDER 33.TB2V1.003 OPTICAL BEZEL GBASE FOR DUAL 42.TB2V1.003 42.TB2V1.
Category No. Part Name and Description ASSY HDD BRACKET AG1 Acer Part No. 33.TB2V1.004 HDD 40GB SEAGATE ST9402112A KH.04001.014 HDD 40GB TOSHIBA MK4025GAS KH.04004.005 HDD 40GB HGST HTS421240H9AT00 KH.04007.013 HDD 40GB WD WD400UE-22HCT0 KH.04008.025 HDD 40GB SAMSUNG M40MP0402H KH.0400B.003 HDD MODULE 60G TBD ASSY HDD BRACKET AG1 33.TB2V1.004 HDD 60GB SEAGATE ST96812A KH.06001.004 HDD 60GB SEAGATE ST960812A KH.06001.003 HDD 60GB TOSHIBA MK6025GAS KH.06004.004 HDD 60G TOSHIBA KH.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. CPU HEATSINK W/SCREW W/O FAN 34.TB2V1.001 CPU HEATSINK W/O FAN(AD1DISCRETE) 34.ABAV1.001 Note: This is for discrete models Keyboard 98 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M00 SWISS KB.A2707.011 KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSKH30M02 TAIWAN(CHINESE) KB.A2707.002 KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSKH3M03 THAI KB.A2707.004 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M06 PORTUGA KB.A2707.012 KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSKH3M0A ARABIA KB.A2707.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M0S SP KB.A2707.003 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M0T TURKISH KB.A2707.020 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M0U UK KB.A2707.007 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M0W SWEDEN KB.A2707.015 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M1A BELGIUM KB.A2707.014 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKH3M1B BR KB.A2707.005 KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSKH3M1D US-INTERNATIONAL KB.A2707.001 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKAEK00 SWISS KB.T5007.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKAEK0W SWEDEN KB.T5007.015 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKAEK1A BELGIUM KB.T5007.014 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKAEK1B BR KB.T5007.005 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-N7082 US-INTERNATIONAL KB.T5007.001 KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSKAEK1F SV KB.T5007.026 LCD MODULE 14.1" WXGA W/ ANTENNA NONE GLARE 6M.TB2V1.011 INVERTER BOARD 15.4" FOXCONN T62I240.00 19.A46V1.003 WIRELESS ANTENNA LEFT/RIGHT 25.TB2V1.001 LCD/INVERTER CABLE 14.1" WXGA 50.
Category Chapter 6 No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD BEZEL 14.1" W/LOGO 60.TB2V1.005 HINGE PACK LEFT/RIGHT 6K.TB2V1.001 LCD 14.1" WXGA AU B141EW01 V.1 NONE GLARE LK.14105.013 LCD 14" WXGA SAMSUNG LTN141W1-L01 NONE GLARE LK.14106.004 LCD 14.1" WXGA LG LP141WX1TL02 NONE GLARE LK.14108.002 LCD 14.1" WXGA QDI QD14TL01-03 NONE GLARE 420G LK.14109.004 LCD 14" WXGA CMO N141I1-L02 NONE GLARE LK.1410D.004 LCD MODULE 14.1" WXGA GLARE W/ANTENNA 6M.TB2V1.012 INVERTER BOARD 15.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD MODULE 14.1" WXGA GLARE W/CCD 6M.ABAV1.032 INVERTER BOARD 15.4" FOXCONN T62I240.00 19.A46V1.003 INVERTER BOARD 15.4" YEC YNVW02 19.TB2V1.001 WIRELESS ANTENNA LEFT/RIGHT 25.TB2V1.001 LCD BRACKET RIGHT 33.TB1V1.003 Note: Right bracket is the upper one. LCD BRACKET LEFT 33.TB1V1.004 Note: Left bracket is the lower one 102 CCD HINGE 33.ABAV1.001 CCD PANEL 60.ABAV1.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD CABLE 14.1" CCD 50.ABAV1.001 CCD CAMERA 1.3M LOGITECH 961458-2000 L 56.ABAV1.001 LCD BEZEL 14.1" CCD W/LOGO 60.ABAV1.006 CCD LATCH W/SPRING 60.ABAV1.010 CCD BEZEL 60.ABAV1.008 LCD PANEL 14.1" CCD W/HINGE 60.ABAV1.007 HINGE PACK LEFT/RIGHT 6K.TB2V1.001 LCD 14.1" WXGA LG B141EW01 V.0 GLARE LK.14105.014 LCD 14.1" WXGA SAMSUNG LTN141W1-L03-G GLARE LK.14106.005 LCD 14.1" WXGA LG LP141WX1TL02 GLARE LK.14108.003 LCD 14.
Category No. Part Name and Description Acer Part No. MAINBOARD AG1910 W/O CPU W/ PCMCIA SLOT & RTC BATTERY MB.TB201.001 RTC BATTERY 23.TB2V1.004 PCMCIA SLOY 22.TB2V1.001 SDIMM 256M INFINEON HYS64T32000HDL-3.7-A KN.25602.023 DIMM 256M NANYA NT256T64UH4A1FN-37B KN.25603.029 SDIMM 256M MICRON MT4HTF3264HY-53EB3 KN.25604.027 SDIMM 256M SAMSUNG M470T3354CZ3-CD5 KN.2560B.017 SDIMM 256M HYNIX HYMP532S64P6-C4 KN.2560G.006 SDIMM 512M INFINEON MHYS64T64020HDL-3.7-A KN.51202.
Category No. Part Name and Description LCD SCREW RUBBER Acer Part No. 47.TB1V1.001 NAME PLATE 40.AA6V1.001 NAME PLlATE (TM) 40.TB2V1.001 SCW HEX NYL I#R-40/O#4-40 L5.5 34.00015.081 SCRW MACH WAFER M2.5*L3 ZN S N 86.00B34.530 SCRW M2*L3 BLACK 86.00C31.220 SCRW M2 X 2 86.00C34.620 SCR M2.5*12L B-ZN NYLOK I-HEAD 86.5A353.120 SCRW WH MS+CBZ M2.5+L4 BLACK 86.9A323.4R0 SCREW 86.9A352.4R0 SCREW M2.5*4L(NYLOCK) BLACK ZN 86.9A353.4R0 SCRW M2.5*5 WAFER B-ZN 86.9A353.5R0 SCRW MAC WAFER M2*L2.
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