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Aspire 8940 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.
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Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 8940 service guides.
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Copyright Copyright © 2009 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Disclaimer The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
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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.
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Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market 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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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Removing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Removing the Launch Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Removing the Volume Control Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Replacing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Replacing the Bluetooth Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Replacing the RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Replacing the TouchPad Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 Replacing the Finger Print Reader Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Screw List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 Model Definition and Configuration 224 Aspire 8940 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224 Test Compatible Components 239 Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. Operating System • Genuine Windows 7® Platform • Intel® Core™ i7 processor technology, featuring: • Mobile Intel® PM55 Express Chipset System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules • 18.
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• High-definition audio support • S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers • MS-Sound compatible • Acer Purezone technology with two built-in stereo microphone Dimensions and Weight • 440 (W) x 295 (D) x 31/43.8 (H) mm (17.34 x 11.62 x 1.22/1.73 inches) • 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs.
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• Consumer infrared (CIR) port • RF-in jack* • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter Environment • • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.
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System Block Diagram +1.05V CHARGER UP61111AQDD P36 TPS5116 P31 ISL88731 DDR PWR X'TAL 14.318MHz 3/5V SYS PWR P37 P32 ISL6237 Fan Driver CLOCK GENERATOR (PWM Type) P29 intel SELGO: SLG8SP585V P3 Dual Channel DDR3 SO-DIMM 0 SO-DIMM 1 800/ 1066 MHz P14, 15 DDR SYSTEM MEMORY DDR III Auburndale (UMA+VGA) Clarksfield (VGA) THERMAL PROTECTION P42 1.8VPWR DISCHARGER P38 ISL62881 P39 UP61111AQDD CPU CORE PWR POWER TREE rPGA 989 PCI-E X16 P4.5.6.
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Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Front View 1 2 3 15 14 4 13 5 12 6 11 7 10 8 9 Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye webcam Web camera for video communication. 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
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Icon 5 Item Description Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. Bluetooth communication button/indicator Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication (only for certain models) Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
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Closed Front View 3 1 # Icon 2 Item Description 1 Multi-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. 2 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control. 3 Speakers Dolby 5.1 speakers deliver stereo audio output.
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Left View 1 # Icon 3 4 Item 5 6 7 8 9 10 Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 DISPLAY DISPLAY port Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections.
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Right View 1 Icon 2 Item 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description 1 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 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. 5 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off.
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Bottom View 1 7 2 3 6 5 4 Icon 10 Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard drive baySecondary Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured with screws) (for certain models only). 5 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
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TouchPad Basics The following items show you how to use the TouchPad: • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the cursor. • Press the left (2) 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.
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Using the Keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. Key Types The keyboard has several different types of keys. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination with another key.
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Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.
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System Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, Bluetooth and WiFi. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey 14 Icon Function Remarks Fn + F2 System property Starts System Property for displaying system information. Fn + F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
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Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU Intel® Core™ i7 processor Type 1.6GHz ~ 1.73GHz CPU Core Logic • Mobile Intel® PM55 Express Chipset • REALTEK ALC889X for High Definition Audio Codec CPU Package 37.5 x 37.5 mm rPGA package (rPGA988A) Power Vcca 1.5V, Vccp 1.
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VGA Subsystem Item Specification Chipset NVIDIA N10EGE 40nm 29mm*29mm GB1-128 package Vendor NVIDIA Package BGA-969pin Features • GPU Product Name: Nvidia N10E-GE • ASIC: BGA-969pin • VGA BUS Slot: MXM slot • MXM Type: MXM 3.0 • Vorce: 1.
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Resolution Color Depth Refresh Rate 1280 x 960 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 100 120 140 144 150 1280 x 1024 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 100 120 140 144 150 1360 x 768 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 100 120 140 144 150 1400 x 1050 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 1600 x 1024 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 1600 x 1200 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 100 1920 x 1200 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 1920 x 1440 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 2048 x 1536 32,64 60 70 72 75 85 BIOS Item Specification BIOS vendor Insyde H20 BIOS Version V0.
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Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 0MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 512MB 2048MB 2560MB 1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 0MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 2560MB 2048MB 1024MB 3072MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations.
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Item Specification Features Interface • Integrated 10/100/1000BASE-T transceiver • Automatic MDI crossover function • PCIe v1.1 compliant • 10/100/1000BASE-T full-duplex/half-duplex MAC • Receive side scaling (RSS) for multicore processors • Complies with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, and 802.
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Hard Disk Drive Interface) Item Specification Vendor Model Name Capacity (MB) Seagate ST9160314AS ST9250315AS ST9320325AS 160 250 320 Bytes per sector Data heads 512 2 2 3 1 1 2 Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 5,400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec max) 830 I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 300 DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance Chapter 1 5V(DC) +/- 5% 21
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Hard Disk Drive Interface (cont) Item Vendor & Model Name Specifications WD WD5000BEVT WD WD1600BEVT WD WD2500BEVT WD WD3200BEVT 500 160 250 320 2 3 4 2 2 Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 1 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) 3GB/s maximum I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 850 Mbits/s maximum DC Power Requirements Voltage 22 +5.0V ± 5%.
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Hard Disk Drive Interface (cont) Item Vendor & Model Name Specifications HTS543216L9A300 HTS545025B9A30 0 HTS545032B9A30 0 HTS545050B9A30 0 160 250 320 500 Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads 512 2 3 4 4 1 2 2 2 Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface 8MB SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) 3GB/s maximum I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 875 Mbits/s maximum DC Power Requirements Voltage Chapter 1 +5.
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Hard Disk Drive Interface (cont) Item Specifications Vendor & Model Name Toshiba MK1655GSX Toshiba MK2555GSX Toshiba MK3255GSX Toshiba MK5055GSX Capacity 160GB 250GB 320GB 500GB 4/2 4/2 2/1 2/1 Bytes per sector Data heads 512 4/2 4 2/1 2 Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) 363 ~ 952 typical I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) 3Gbits/s DC Power Requirements Voltage 24
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Super-Multi Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name HLDS/GSA-T50 Toshiba TS-L633B Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW Version 1.2 / DVD-R DL Version 3.0.
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Item Loading mechanism Specification Drawer (Solenoid Open) Tact SW (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Blue-Ray Combo Drive Module Item Specification Vendor & model name Sony BC-5500S Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 2.4 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 11 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 4.
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Audio Interface Item Specification Chipset REALTEK ALC889X for High Definition Audio Codec Package 48-pin LQFP ‘green’ package Features • High performance DACs with 108dB signal-to-noise ratio • High performance ADCs with 104dB signal-to-noise ratio • Meets Microsoft WLP 3.0x and future WLP4.0 Premium requirements • Ten DAC channels support 16/20/24-bit PCM format for 7.
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Audio Amplifier Item Specification Model Panasonic 12947A Package 48 pins QFP Features • Microsoft Windows 7® Compliant • High +90dB PSRR, Low -80dB THD+N • Class AB 2.2W (max.
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Digital Camera Item Specification Sensor CMOS 1 Mega Pixel with WXGA (1280 x 800 pixels) Pixel Size 3.0um X3.0um Image Size 3.89mm(H) X 2.43mm(V) Interface USB 2.0 high-speed Optics • Optical aperture of F/2.0 • Focusing range of 40 cm to Infinity • Dimension (L x W x H mm ): 65 X 9.0X 5.25mm Power and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller KB926 Total number of keypads Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See “System Hotkeys” on page 14.
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Item Specification Physical Size (mm) 422.
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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.
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Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.
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Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.
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Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
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Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password: 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2. [ [ ] ] Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceed 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New Password” field.
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Changing a Password 1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears. Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password [ [ [ ] ] ] 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Press Enter.
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Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay. Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to support boot. Information Main Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Information Main Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
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BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: • New versions of system programs • New features or options • 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.
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DOS Flash Utility Perform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility: 1. Press F2 during boot to enter the Setup Menu. 2. Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Information Main Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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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.
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WinFlash Utility Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility: 42 1. Double-click the WinFlash executable. 2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays.
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Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities This section provides you with details about removing HDD/BIOS password: Remove HDD Password: If you key in the wrong HDD password three times, an error code is generated. To reset the HDD password, perform the following steps: 1. On a different machine, run the HDD_PW.EXE file along with the error code generated. For example: hdd_pw 15494 0 2. Select an option to generate upper case or lower case ASCII code for unlocking the HDD. 3.
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Removing BIOS Passwords: If you key in the wrong Supervisor password three times, an error code is generated and system is disabled. To unlock the BIOS, perform the following steps: 1. On a different machine, run the BIOS_PW.EXE file along with the error code generated. For example: bios_pw 14452 0 44 2. Four ASCII strings are generated as output. Select and note down any one of the strings. 3. Reboot the machine with the locked BIOS and then use either any of the strings as the BIOS user password.
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Using Boot Sequence Selector The Boot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changed without accessing the BIOS. To use Boot Sequence Selector, perform the following steps: 1. Enter into DOS. 2. Execute BS.exe to display the usage screen. 3. Select the desired boot sequence by entering the corresponding sequence. For example, enter BS2 to change the boot sequence to HDD | CD ROM | LAN | Floppy.
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Using DMITools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM to be used in the DMI pool for hardware management. When the BIOS displays Verifying DMI pool data it is checking that the table correlates with the hardware before sending to the operating system (Windows, etc.). To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps: 1. Boot into DOS. 2. Execute dmitools.
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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. 2. Use a text editor (for example: Notepad) to open the MAC.CFG file. You can see the MAC.CFG contents as below: WriteData = ‘001122334455' MAC value StartAddr=7A MAC address WriteLeng=6 MAC value length KeepByte=0 don’t care In DOS mode, run the MAC.BAT file to write MAC values to eeprom.
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Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge • Flat screwdriver • Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size.
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General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Remove the battery pack.
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External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Remove ODD Remove Dummy Cards Remove Lower Door Remove HDD1 Remove HDD2 Remove DIMMs Remove TV Tuner Remove WLAN Screw List Step Screw Quantity Part No. ODD Module M2.5*4 1 86.D01V7.001 ODD Bracket M2*3 2 86.S0207.001 HDD1 Carrier M3*3 2 86.A03V7.006 HDD2 Carrier M3*3 2 86.A03V7.006 TV Tuner M2*3 2 86.
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Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn the computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2).
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Removing the Express Dummy Card 1. Push the Express Dummy Card all the way in to eject it. 2. Pull the card out from the slot.
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Removing the SD Dummy Card 1. Slide the SD Dummy Card out of the slot and remove it from the computer.
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Removing the Lower Door 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 52. 2. Loosen the seven captive screws in the Lower Door. 3. Remove the Lower Door as shown.
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Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Remove the single screw securing the ODD Module. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Insert a suitable object in to the Lower Cover to push the ODD Module clear of the casing. 4. Pull the ODD Module out of the chassis.
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5. Remove the two screws securing the ODD Bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the module. NOTE: Remove the left side screw first during disassembly. Step ODD Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 6. Insert a pin in the eject hole of the ODD to eject the ODD tray. 7. Press down on the locking catch to release the ODD cover and remove.
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Removing the Primary Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Use the pull-tab to slide the Primary HDD in the indicated direction and disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
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4. Remove the two screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step HDD1 Carrier Size M3*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.
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Removing the Secondary Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Use the pull-tab to slide the Secondary HDD and disconnect the interface. 3. Lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
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4. Remove the two screws securing the hard disk to the carrier. Step HDD2 Carrier Size M3*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.
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Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See “Removing the Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module.
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Removing the TV Tuner Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Disconnect the Antenna cable from the TV Tuner as shown. NOTE: When reattaching the Antenna, ensure the cable is tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. 3. Remove the single screw securing the TV Tuner to the Mainboard.
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4. Remove the TV Tuner as shown.
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Removing the WLAN Module 1. See “Removing the Lower Door” on page 55. 2. Disconnect the Antenna cables from the WLAN Module. NOTE: The black cable attaches to the MAIN terminal and the white cable attaches to the AUX terminal. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. 3.
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4. Detach the WLAN Module from the WLAN socket.
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Upper Cover Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Switch Cover Remove Power Board Remove LCD Module Remove Upper Cover Lower Cover (see page 99) Upper Cover Remove Launch Board Remove Volume Control Board Remove Power Saving Board FFC Remove TouchPad Lock Board Remove Finger Print Reader Bracket Remove Finger Print Reader Remove Media Board Screw List Step Switch Cover Screw Quantity Part No. M2.5*6.5 9 86.
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Lower Cover Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Upper Cover Remove RTC Battery Remove Speaker Module Remove Bluetooth Module Remove Thermal Module Remove Graphics Card Heatsink Remove USB Board Remove Power Saving Board Remove Mainboard Remove Kensington Lock Bracket Remove Hinge Supports Remove TV Tuner Antenna Remove CPU Remove Subwoofer Remove Graphics Card Screw List Step 68 Screw Quantity Part No. Bluetooth Board M2*3 1 86.S0207.
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Removing the Keyboard 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 52. 2. Press the six securing clips inward to release the Keyboard from the Upper Cover. 3. Lift the centre of Keyboard up as shown. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the Keyboard from the computer; the Keyboard FFCs are still connected. 4. Turn the Keyboard over and place it on the TouchPad area to expose the FFC cables.
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5. Disconnect the Backlight cable by opening the FFC latch and removing the cable from the Mainboard. 6. Disconnect the Keyboard cable by opening the FFC latch and removing the cable from the Mainboard. 7. Remove the Keyboard from the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Switch Cover 1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 52. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the thirteen screws securing the Switch Cover to the Upper Cover. Step Size Quantity Switch Cover (red callout) M2.5*6.5 9 Switch Cover (green callout) M2.5*4 4 Screw Type IMPORTANT: Do not lift the Switch Cover away from the computer; the Power Board FFC is still connected. 3. Turn the computer over and open the LCD Panel. Lift the Switch Cover, rear edge first, as shown.
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4. Turn the Switch Cover over and place it face down on the Keyboard. 5. Open the Power Board FFC locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 6. Remove the Switch Cover from the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Power Board 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 71. 2. Open the Power Board FFC locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Power Board. 3. Remove the three screws securing the Power Board to the Switch Cover. Step Power Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 3 4. Lift the Power Board away from the Switch Cover right side first to release the securing clip.
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Removing the LCD Module 1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 71. 2. Turn the computer over and ensure that the Antenna cables are free from obstructions. 3. Pull the Antenna cables through the Upper Cover as shown. Ensure that the Antennas are completely free from the cover. 4. Remove the Antenna from the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips.
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5. Grasp the pull tab and lift upward as shown to disconnect the LVDS cable. 6. Remove the LVDS cable from the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 7. Disconnect the MIcrophone cable from the Mainboard.
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8. Remove the Microphone cable from the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 9. Remove the four screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity Screw Type 4 10. Using both hands, lift the LCD Module clear of the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Upper Cover IMPORTANT: The TouchPad is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 74. 2. Turn the computer over. Remove the fifteen screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Upper Cover (red callout) M2.5*6.5 9 Upper Cover (green callout) M2.5*4 5 Upper Cover (blue callout) M2*3 1 Screw Type 3. Disconnect the indicated FFCs (A, B, C, D, and E) from the Mainboard.
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4. Open the locking latch on A and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 5. Open the locking latch on B and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 6. Open the locking latch on C and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard.
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7. Open the locking latch on D and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 8. Open the locking latch on E and disconnect the FFC from the Mainboard. 9. Remove the eleven screws securing the Upper Cover to the Lower Cover. Step Upper Cover (red callout) Chapter 3 Size M2.
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Step Upper Cover (green callout) Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 10. Remove the Upper Cover as shown.
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Removing the Launch Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Turn the Upper Cover over. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Launch Board. 3.
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Removing the Volume Control Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Media Board. 3. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Volume Control Board. 4. Remove the two screws securing the board to the Upper Cover.
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5. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Power Saving Board FFC 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Lift the protective covering and FFC away from the Upper Cover to detach the adhesive. 3. Continue lifting the FFC away from the Upper Cover as shown. 4. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Media Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Media Board. 3. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover by peeling back the adhesive as shown. 4. Carefully pry up the edge of the Media Board as shown. NOTE: The Media Board is secured in place with strong adhesive; ensure that the board is not deformed during removal.
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5. Lift the Media Board clear of the Upper Cover.
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Removing the TouchPad Lock Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad Lock Board. 3. Lift the FFC away from the Upper Cover to detach the adhesive securing it in place. 4. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Finger Print Reader.
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5. Remove the single screw securing the board to the Upper Cover. Step TouchPad Lock Board Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 6. Lift and rotate the board in the direction of the arrow to remove it from the Upper Cover.
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Removing the Finger Print Reader Bracket 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Remove the two screws securing the bracket to the Upper Cover. Step Finger Print Reader Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Rotate the bracket away from the Upper Cover and remove it as shown.
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Removing the TouchPad Board IMPORTANT: The TouchPad is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. See “Removing the Finger Print Reader Bracket” on page 89. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad Board. 3. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad. 4. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover as shown.
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5. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the TouchPad Board. 6. Remove the FFC from the Upper Cover as shown. 7. Remove the two screws securing the TouchPad Board in place.
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8. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover.
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Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. To replace the battery, pry the existing battery out of the Mainboard and press a replacement down firmly in to the socket.
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Removing the Bluetooth Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Mainboard. 3. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth Board. 4. Remove the single screw securing the Bluetooth Board to the Lower Cover.
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5. Remove the Bluetooth Board from the Lower Cover.
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Removing the USB Board IMPORTANT: The USB FFC is supplied as part of the Lower Cover. If the USB FFC is defective, replace the entire Lower Cover. 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the Mainboard. 3. Open the locking latch on the FFC and disconnect it from the USB Board.
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4. Remove the single screw securing the USB Board to the Lower Cover. Step USB Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 1 5. Remove the USB Board from the Lower Cover as shown. IMPORTANT: The USB FFC is supplied as part of the Lower Cover. If the USB FFC is defective, replace the entire Lower Cover.
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Removing the Power Saving Board 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Remove the single securing screw from the board. Step Power Saving Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Remove the board from the chassis.
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Removing the Mainboard 1. See “Removing the Hinge Supports” on page 105. 2. Disconnect the Speaker and Subwoofer cables from the Mainboard. 3. Remove the three screws securing the Mainboard to the Lower Cover. Step Mainboard Chapter 3 Size M2.
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4. Pivot the Mainboard upward and remove it from the chassis, right side first. Place the Mainboard on a clean, dust-free surface.
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Removing the Kensington Lock Bracket 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 77. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Kensington Lock Bracket to the Lower Cover. Step Kensington Lock Bracket Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Lift the bracket clear of the Lower Cover. NOTE: The TV Tuner Antenna located under the bracket may lift away with the bracket.
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Removing the TV Tuner Antenna 1. See “Removing the Kensington Lock Bracket” on page 101. 2. Remove the Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 3. Pull the Antenna cable through the casing as shown. 4. Remove the TV Tuner Antenna from the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Subwoofer 1. See “Removing the TV Tuner Antenna” on page 102. 2. Remove the Subwoofer cable from the cable channel. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips. 3. Remove the four screw securing the Subwoofer to the Lower Cover. NOTE: The screws securing the Subwoofer in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws.
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4. Using both hands, lift the Subwoofer clear of the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Hinge Supports 1. See “Removing the Subwoofer” on page 103. 2. Remove the six screws (three each side) securing the Hinge Supports to the Lower Cover. Step Hinge Supports Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 6 3. Lift the Hinge Supports clear of the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Speaker Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 99. 2. Remove the six screws securing the Speaker Module in place. NOTE: The screws securing the Speaker Module in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws. Step Speaker Module Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 6 3. Using both hands, lift the Speaker Module upward to remove it from the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Thermal Module 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 99. 2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard. 3. Loosen the six captive screws (in reverse numerical order from screw 6 to screw 1) securing the Thermal Module in place. 2 3 6 4 1 5 4. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
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Removing the Graphics Card Heatsink 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 107. 2. Remove the two screws (in reverse numerical order from 2 to 1) securing the Graphics Card Heatsink to the Mainboard. 2 1 Step Graphics Card Heatsink Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Lift the heatsink away from the Graphics Card as shown.
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Removing the Graphics Card 1. See “Removing the Graphics Card Heatsink” on page 108. 2. Remove the single screw securing the Graphics Card to the Mainboard. Step Graphics Card Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Remove the Graphics Card from the Mainboard connector.
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Removing the CPU 1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 107. 2. Turn the securing screw 180° to release the CPU from the socket. 3. Remove the CPU from the socket as shown. IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.
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LCD Module Disassembly Process The Aspire 8940 ships with either a Standard Bezel or Flush Bezel with glass panel LCD Module. The following sections detail the two distinct procedures, beginning with the Standard Bezel detailed below.
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Removing the Standard LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 74. 2. Remove the four screw caps and screws from the LCD Bezel. Step Size Quantity Standard LCD Bezel (red callout) M2.5*4 2 Standard LCD Bezel (green callout) M2.5*5 2 Screw Type 3. Starting from the inside bottom edge, pry the Bezel away from the panel. Move along the bottom edge toward the hinges as shown.
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4. Pry apart the right the left hinge wells as shown. 5. Pry apart the upper right and left corners of the bezel. 6. Pry apart the top edge of the bezel as shown. 7. Lift the bottom edge of the bezel away from the LCD Module as shown. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel.
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8. Flip the bezel over to expose the Microphone cable and module. 9. Disconnect the Microphone cable connector as shown and remove the bezel from the LCD Module.
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Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Standard LCD Bezel” on page 112. 2. Remove the seven screws securing the LCD Panel to the cover. NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Remove the screws in reverse order from 3 to 1. 3 3 1 2 1 Step Size Quantity LCD Panel (red callout) M2.
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3. Remove the LVDS and Antenna cables from the left and right hinge wells as shown. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. 4. Lift the panel front edge first as shown and flip it over to expose the Camera Module. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the panel; the Camera cable is still attached to the back of the panel. 5. Disconnect the Camera connector as shown and remove the panel from the LCD cover.
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Removing the Camera Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 115. 2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module.
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Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 115. 2. Remove the eight securing screws (four each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 8 3. Remove the brackets from the LCD Panel. 4. Turn the panel over. Lift the cable as shown to detach the adhesive from the panel.
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5. Carefully lift the adhesive tape protecting the cable connector. 6. Disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel as shown.
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Flush Bezel LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove Bezel Cap Remove LCD Bezel Remove LCD Panel Remove Camera Module Remove LCD FPC Cable Remove LCD Brackets Screw List Step Quantity LCD Bezel Cap M2.5*4 2 LCD Panel M2.5*4 8 M2*3 1 M2*3 8 LCD Brackets 120 Screw Part No.
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Removing the Flush LCD Bezel Cap 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 74. 2. Remove the two screw caps and screws securing the Bezel Cap to the LCD Module. Step LCD Bezel Cap Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 2 3. Pinch the right hinge cover as shown to release the internal securing pins. Lift the right side of the Bezel Cap as shown.
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4. Pinch the left hinge cover as shown to release the internal securing pins. Lift the left side of the Bezel Cap as shown. 5. Rotate the Bezel Cap away from the LCD Module and remove the cap from the module.
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Removing the Flush LCD Bezel 1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 74. 2. Starting in the centre and working toward the top corners, pry apart the top edge of the LCD Module as shown. 3. Lift the front edge of the bezel away from the LCD Module as shown. 4. Apply pressure in the direction of the arrow (1) and lift the right side of the bezel away from the LCD Module (2). IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel.
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5. Apply pressure in the direction of the arrow (1) and lift the left side of the bezel away from the LCD Module (2). IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel. 2 1 6. Lift the bottom edge of the bezel away from the LCD Module as shown. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the bezel; the Microphone cable is still attached to the bezel. 7. Flip the bezel over to expose the Microphone cable and module. 8.
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Removing the LCD Panel 1. See “Removing the Flush LCD Bezel Cap” on page 121. 2. Remove the nine screws securing the LCD Panel to the cover. NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Remove the screws in reverse order from 3 to 1. 3 3 1 2 1 Step Size Quantity LCD Panel (red callout) M2.
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3. Remove the LVDS and Antenna cables from the left and right hinge wells as shown. Ensure that the cables are free from all cable clips. 4. Lift the panel front edge first as shown and flip it over to expose the Camera Module. IMPORTANT: Do not completely remove the panel; the Camera cable is still attached to the back of the panel. 5. Disconnect the Camera connector as shown and remove the panel from the LCD cover.
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Removing the Camera Board 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 115. 2. Remove the Camera Board from the LCD Module.
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Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable 1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 115. 2. Remove the eight securing screws (four each side) from the LCD Panel brackets. Step LCD Brackets Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 8 3. Remove the brackets from the LCD Panel. 4. Turn the panel over. Lift the cable as shown to detach the adhesive from the panel.
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5. Carefully lift the adhesive tape protecting the cable connector. 6. Disconnect the cable from the LCD Panel as shown.
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LCD Module Reassembly Procedure The Aspire 8940 ships with either a Standard Bezel or Flush Bezel with glass panel LCD Module. The following sections detail the two distinct procedures, beginning with the Standard Bezel detailed below. Standard Bezel LCD Module Reassembly—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. 3. Run the cable along the back of the panel and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place.
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4. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Replace the eight screws (four on each side) in the brackets as shown. 5. Align the Camera Board with the locating pins on the LCD Module and place the board as shown. 6. Press down as shown to secure the board in place with adhesive. 7. Place the LCD Panel adjacent to the LCD Module as shown and connect the Camera cable to the Camera Module.
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8. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable is not trapped under the panel. 9. Run the LVDS and Antenna cables through the hinge wells as shown. 10. Secure the LCD module with seven securing screws.
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NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Replace the screws in order from 1 to 3.
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Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Place the LCD Bezel adjacent to the LCD Module as shown and connect the Microphone cable. 2. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cables are not trapped in the hinge wells.
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3. Press down around the perimeter of the bezel to secure it in place. 4. Replace the four screws securing the bezel to the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: The Standard Bezel is secured with two different screw types: M2.5*4—red callout and M2.5*5—green callout. Ensure that the correct screws are used during reassembly.
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Flush Bezel LCD Module Reassembly—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. 3. Run the cable along the back of the panel and press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable runs between the green callouts to avoid trapping when the panel is replaced in the LCD Module.
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4. Align the LCD brackets with the screw holes on the panel. Replace the eight screws (four on each side) in the brackets as shown. 5. Align the Camera Board with the locating pins on the LCD Module and place the board as shown. 6. Press down as shown to secure the board in place with adhesive. 7. Place the LCD Panel adjacent to the LCD Module as shown and connect the Camera cable to the Camera Module.
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8. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the LCD cable is not trapped under the panel. 9. Run the LVDS and Antenna cables through the hinge wells as shown. 10. Secure the LCD module with nine securing screws.
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NOTE: The six bracket screws are numbered from 1 to 3 on each bracket. Replace the screws in order from 1 to 3.
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Replacing the LCD Bezel 1. Place the LCD Bezel adjacent to the LCD Module as shown and connect the Microphone cable. 2. Flip the LCD Panel over and place it in the LCD Module.
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3. Press down around the perimeter of the bezel to secure it in place.
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Replacing the Flush LCD Bezel Cap 1. Place the Bezel Cap on to the LCD Module as shown. 2. Ensure that the LCD cables pass through the hinge wells as shown and pinch the hinge covers together to secure them in place.
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3. Press the Bezel Cap down as shown to secure it to the LCD Module. 4. Replace the two screws and screw caps.
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Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU IMPORTANT: The CPU has a Pin1 locator that must be positioned corresponding to the marker on the CPU socket. 1. Carefully turn the mainboard upside down (CPU side up), and place the CPU into the CPU socket as shown, taking note of the Pin1 locator. 2. Turn the securing screw 180° to secure the CPU in the socket.
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Replacing the Graphics Card 3. Insert the Graphics Card into the Mainboard connector. 4. Insert the single screw to secure the Graphics Card to the Mainboard. Step Graphics Card Chapter 3 Size M2.5*6.
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Replacing the Graphics Card Heatsink IMPORTANT: 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: • • • Silmore GP50 Honeywell PCM45F-SP ShinEtsu 7762 The following thermal pads are approved for use: • Eapus XR-PE 1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from the CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent. 2.
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Replacing the Thermal Module IMPORTANT: 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: • • • Silmore GP50 Honeywell PCM45F-SP ShinEtsu 7762 The following thermal pads are approved for use: • Eapus XR-PE 1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from the CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent. 2.
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Replacing the Speaker Module 1. Using both hands, insert the Speaker Module into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Replace the six screws to secure the Speaker Module in place. NOTE: The screws securing the Speaker Module in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws.
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Replacing the Hinge Supports 1. Insert the left and right Hinge Supports into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Insert the six screws (three each side) to secure the Hinge Supports to the Lower Cover. Step Hinge Supports Chapter 3 Size M2.
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Replacing the Subwoofer IMPORTANT: Avoid contact with the speakers when inserting or removing the subwoofers. Contact with the subwoofers may result in damage. 1. Using both hands, insert the Subwoofer into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Insert the four screws to secure the Subwoofer to the Lower Cover. NOTE: The screws securing the Subwoofer in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws.
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3. Insert the Subwoofer cable into the cable channel. Ensure that the cable passes under all cable clips.
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Removing the TV Tuner Antenna 1. Insert the TV Tuner Antenna into the Lower Cover, making sure the cable passes through the slot in the wall of the well. 2. Push the Antenna cable through the casing as shown. 3. Remove the Antenna cable from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is free from all cable clips.
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Removing the Kensington Lock Bracket 1. Insert the bracket into the Lower Cover. NOTE: The TV Tuner Antenna located under the bracket may lift away with the bracket. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the Kensington Lock Bracket into the Lower Cover.
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Removing the Mainboard 1. Pivot the Mainboard upward and remove it from the chassis, right side first. Place the Mainboard on a clean, dust-free surface. 2. Connect the Speaker and Subwoofer cables to the Mainboard.
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3. Insert the three screws to secure the Mainboard to the Lower Cover. Step Mainboard Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 3 Replacing the Power Saving Board 1. Insert the board into the chassis as shown.
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2. Insert the single securing screw into the board. Step Power Saving Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 1 Replacing the USB Board IMPORTANT: The USB FFC is supplied as part of the Lower Cover. If the USB FFC is defective, replace the entire Lower Cover. 1. Insert the USB Board into the Lower Cover as shown.
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2. Replace the indicated screw to secure the USB Board to the Lower Cover. Step USB Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Connect the FFC to the USB Board and close the locking latch on the USB Board. 4. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch.
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Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Insert the Bluetooth Board into the Lower Cover as shown. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the Bluetooth Board to the Lower Cover. Step Bluetooth Board Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth Board.
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4. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Mainboard.
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Replacing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. 1. To replace the battery, pry the existing battery out of the Mainboard and press a replacement down firmly in to the socket.
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Replacing the TouchPad Board IMPORTANT: The TouchPad is supplied as part of the Upper Cover. If the TouchPad is defective, replace the entire Upper Cover. 1. Insert the board into the Upper Cover. Take care to align the mounting pins with the holes on the board. 2. Remove the two screws securing the TouchPad Board in place.
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3. Insert the FFC through the slot in the Upper Cover and adhere as shown. 4. Connect the Mainboard FFC to the TouchPad Board and close the locking latch. 5. Connect the TouchPad FFC to the TouchPad Board and close the locking latch.
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6. Connect the TouchPad FFC to the TouchPad and close the locking latch. 7. Apply the FFC to the Upper Cover as shown.
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Replacing the Finger Print Reader Bracket 1. Insert the tabs in the bottom of the fingerprint reader bracket into the upper cover and rotate the bracket into place as shown. 2. Insert the two screws to secure the bracket to the Upper Cover.
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Replacing the TouchPad Lock Board 1. Slide the Touchpad board under the securing tab and place into the Upper Cover. 2. Insert the single screw to secure the board to the Upper Cover. Step TouchPad Lock Board Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 1 3. Connect the Finger Print Reader FFC to the TouchPad and close the locking latch.
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4. Connect the TouchPad Lock Board FFC to the TouchPad Lock Board and close the locking latch. 5. Press the FFC onto the adhesive in the Upper Cover to secure it in place.
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Replacing the Media Board 1. Place the media board into the Upper Cover and press into place to secure the Media Board to the Upper Cover. 2. Replace the FFC into the Upper Cover by pressing the FFC onto the adhesive. 3. Connect the Media Board FFC to the Media Board and close the locking latch on the FFC.
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Replacing the Power Saving Board FFC 1. Insert the FFC into the slot in the Upper Cover as shown. 2. Press the FFC and adhesive protector onto the Upper Cover as shown.
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Replacing the Volume Control Board 1. Lift the board clear of the Upper Cover. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the board to the Upper Cover. Step Volume Control Board Size M2*3 Quantity Screw Type 2 3.
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Replacing the Launch Board 1. Place the Launch Board into the Upper Cover, taking care to align the pins. 2. Connect the Mainboard FFC to the Launch Board and close the locking latch. 3.
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Replacing the Upper Case 1. Place the upper case on the lower case front edge first. 2. Insert the eleven screws to secure the upper cover to the lower cover. Step 172 Size Quantity Upper Cover (red callout) M2.
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3. Connect the following FFCs (A, B, D, and E) and cables (C, F, and G) to the Mainboard. C A D B E 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position A and close the locking latch. 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position Band close the locking latch. 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position C and close the locking latch.
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1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position D and close the locking latch. 1. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard in position E and close the locking latch.
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2. Turn the computer over. Replace the fifteen screws on the bottom panel. Step Size Quantity Upper Cover (red callout) M2.5*6.5 9 Upper Cover (green callout) M2.5*4 5 Upper Cover (blue callout) M2*3 1 Screw Type Replacing the LCD Module 1. Using both hands, set the LCD Module into the Lower Cover, taking care to set the mounting pins into the bottom cover.
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2. Insert the four screws to secure the LCD Module to the Lower Cover. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*6.5 Quantity Screw Type 4 3. Connect the MIcrophone cable to the Mainboard. 4. Insert the Microphone cable into the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well.
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5. Push the LVDS cable onto the connector until it snaps into place. 6. Insert the LVDS cable into the cable channel all the way to the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cable passes under all retaining clips. 7. Insert the Antenna into the cable channel all the way from the Hinge Well. Ensure that the cables pass under all retaining clips.
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8. Push the Antenna cables through the Upper Cover as shown. 9. Turn the computer over pull the Antenna cables through to take up all slack from the upper cover side.
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Replacing the Power Board 1. Slide the Power Board under the retaining clip in the Switch Cover and set it in place, taking care to align the screw holes. 2. Insert the three screws to secure the Power Board to the Switch Cover. Step Power Board Size M2.5*4 Quantity Screw Type 3 1. Connect the FFC from the Power Board and close the locking latch.
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Removing the Switch Cover 1. Place the switch board face-down on top of the upper cover. 2. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch. 3. Flip the Switch Cover into place and press down on the top edge until it snaps into place as shown. 4. Turn the computer over. Replace the thirteen screws to secure the Switch Cover to the Upper Cover.
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Step Size Quantity Switch Cover (red callout) M2.5*6.5 9 Switch Cover (green callout) M2.
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Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the keyboard face down on the upper cover. 2. Connect the Keyboard cable by inserting the cable into the Mainboard and closing the locking latch.
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3. Connect the Backlight cable inserting the cable into the Mainboard and closing the FFC latch. 4. Flip the keyboard over and slide the bottom tabs into the holes in the upper cover. 5. Press the Keyboard into the Upper Cover until all the securing clips snap into place.
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External Module Reassembly Instructions Replacing the WLAN Module 1. Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the single screw to secure the module. 3. Connect the two antenna cables to the module. NOTE: The black antenna cable connects to the upper terminal and the white antenna cable to the lower terminal.
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Replacing the TV Tuner Module 1. Insert the TV Tuner as shown. 2. Connect the Antenna cable to the TV Tuner as shown. NOTE: When reattaching the Antenna, ensure the cable is tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. 3. Insert the single screw to secure the TV Tuner to the Mainboard.
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Replacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM Module in place. 2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the two screws to secure the carrier. 3. Insert the HDD, interface side first, and lower it into 4. Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to place. connect the interface.
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Replacing the ODD Module 1. With the ODD tray in the eject position, replace the ODD cover on the new ODD Module. 2. Secure ODD bracket with two screws. 3. Slide the module in to the chassis and press until the module is flush with the chassis. 4. Replace the single screw to secure the Module. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Insert the Lower Cover as shown.
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2. Tighten the seven captive screws in the Lower Door.
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Replacing the SD Dummy Card Push the SD Dummy into the slot until an audible click indicates that the card is correctly inserted. Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to secure the battery in place.
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 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, 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.
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Power On Issue If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: Start OK Check AC/Battery Power on OK Check Daughter/B & FFC Whether OK NG Swap AC /Battery to try OK NG Swap Daughter/B Re-plug PWR FFC Swap M/B Computer Shuts down Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 192 1.
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No Display Issue If the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: START Replace LCD panel/ LCD cable No LCD module OK? Replace M/B Power On? No goto no power trouble shooting step Ext. DDRRAM module well connected? No Connect it well Ext. DDRRAM module OK? No Replace Ext.
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Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer. 2. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 50. 3. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 50. 4.
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LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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TouchPad Failure If the TouchPad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
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Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: Start OK Check M/B SPK cable NG OK OK Check Logic Upper/Logic upper NG Re-assemble the SPK cable to M/B Swap Logic lower/Logic upper Swap M/B Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Reboot the computer. 2.
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7. Select Speakers and click Configure to start Speaker Setup. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure the speakers. 8. Remove and recently installed hardware or software. 9. Restore system and file settings from a known good date 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 265.
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8. b. Select Set up microphone. c. Select the microphone type from the list and click Next. d. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the test. If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 265. HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Disconnect all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free. 3.
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USB (Right Up/Down Side) Failure If the right-side USB fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace non-defective FRUs: Start OK Check USB/B to M/B cable NG OK OK Check USB/B Re-assemble the USB/B cable to M/B NG Swap USB/B and USB cable Swap M/B Other Failures 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.
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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 On Issue” on page 192.): 202 1.
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Post Codes These tables describe the POST codes and descriptions during the POST. Chipset POST Codes The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST.
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Code Beeps 3Ah Autosize cache 3Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers 3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values 42h Initialize interrupt vectors 45h 46h POST device initialization 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice 48h 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 Initializ
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description 86h Re-initialize onboard I/O ports.
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description C1h Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) C2h Initialize error logging C3h Initialize error display function C4h Initialize system error handler C5h PnPnd dual CMOS (optional) C6h Initialize notebook docking (optional) C7h Initialize notebook docking late C8h Force check (optional) C9h Extended checksum (optional) D2h Unknown interrupt Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM E0h Initialize the chipset E1h Initialize the bridge E2h Initialize th
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Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View CN5/ LCD, CCD, D-Microphone conn. CN39/ Logo LED and MMB1 wire con. U6/ PWR/B FFC conn. U17/ LCD SW IC nd U18/ 2 . Thermal IC PU2/ Charger IC U9/ LAN IC CN9/ Subwoofer, rear, center SPK con. CN4/ KB Backlight con. CN11/ KB conn. CN1/ MMB2 FFC con. CN12 T/P conn. U23/ BIOS ROM CN15/ USB U15/ Clock Generator CN13/ MMB & VR Y2/ 14.318MHz U24/ EC/ KBC Y5/ 32.768KHz CN3/ New Card cn..
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Bottom View U28/ CPU socket CN6/ PWM FAN conn. U46/ LAN Transformer PU5/ CPU Core PWR PJ1/ DC Jack CN21/ Battery conn. CN28/ RJ45 PU6/ Render Standby CN30/ CRT CN37 CN38/ Mini Card CN36/ DP st CN20/ 1 . HDD CN27/ HDMI CN22 CN23 DDR3 CN. CN25/ MXM-3 CN18/ SATA ODD CN31/ eSATA + USB st U27/ 1 . Thermal IC CN32/ USB U29/ GMCH (NB) CN35/ IEEE1394 U39/ NewCard PWR SW CN33/ Line-IN jack nd CN17/ 2 HDD conn.
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Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 8940. Aspire 8940 provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
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7. Plug in AC, keeping the HW Gap shorted, and press Power Button to power on the system till BIOS POST finish. Then remove the tool from the HW Gap. 8. Restart system. Press F2 key to enter BIOS Setup menu. If there is no Password request, the BIOS Password has been successfully cleared. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. NOTE: The steps are only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password).
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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 8940. 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.
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Aspire 8940 Exploded Diagrams Main Chassis 16 15 1 14 2 13 3 12 4 11 10 9 5 No. 212 Description 6 7 8 Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N 1 Mainboard MB.PJJ06.001 9 Lower Door 42.PJJ07.001 2 Dummy New Card 42.PDA07.003 10 HDD1 KH.16001.042 3 Dummy 4-in-1 Card 42.PDA07.004 11 Battery BT.00803.024 4 Graphics Card VG.10P06.004 12 ODD KO.00405.002 5 Thermal Module for MXM 60.PJJ07.006 13 Bluetooth BH.21100.004 6 Memory KN.2GB04.004 14 Upper Cover 60.PJJ07.
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LCD Assembly 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 No. Description Acer P/N No. Description Acer P/N 1 LCD Bezel 60.PH507.001 6 LCD Panel LK.1840D.003 2 LCD Bracket w/ hinge - L 33.PD207.002 7 LCD Bracket w/ hinge - R 33.PD207.001 3 Antenna_L 60.PJJ07.003 8 Antenna_R 60.PJJ07.003 4 LCD Cable for CCD 50.PDA07.002 9 Camera 57.PDA07.001 5 LCD Module 6M.PJJ07.004 NOTE: Antennas are not supplied separately. The part number given is for the LCD Module which includes the Antennas.
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Aspire 8940 FRU List Category Description Acer PN. Adapter Adapter DELTA 120W-DE 19V 1.7x5.5x11 Green ADP120ZB BBGB, LV5+OBL LED LF AP.12001.009 Battery SANYO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON BT.00803.024 Battery SONY AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON BT.00804.020 Battery SIMPLO AS-2007B Li-Ion 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON PSS BT.00807.015 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/ w:861 BH.21100.
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Category Chapter 6 Description Acer PN. PWR CORD V943B30001218008 DANISH 3P 27.A03V7.006 PWR CORD(ISR)1.8M 3PBLK FZ0I0008-038 27.TATV7.005 PWR CORD V50CB3T3012180QD TW-110V,3P 27.A99V7.002 POWER CORD(SWI)1.8M 3PBLACK FZ010008-011 27.A99V7.004 POWER CORD(IT) 1.8M 3PBLACK FZ010008-008 27.A99V7.005 POWER CORD(S.A) 1.8M 3BLACK FZ010008-006 27.T48V7.001 POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS 27.TAXV7.001 POWER CORD(EU) 1.8M 3PBLACK FM010008-010 27.TATV7.001 POWER CORD(UK) 1.8M 3PBLACK FP010008-013 27.
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Category Description Acer PN. FFC CABLE - MMB2 TO MB 50.PDA07.009 FFC CABLE - USB/B TO MB 50.PDA07.010 Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly MIDDLE COVER 42.PDA07.001 UPPER CASE ASSY W/TP, TP FFC, TP_LOCK FFC, TP/ B FFC, MMB3, MMB3 FFC, VR FFC, S/B FFC, MMB2, MMB2 FFC 60.PJJ07.001 LOWER CASE ASSY W/SPEAKER, SPEAKER FRONT, USB/B FFC, TV-IN CABLE 60.PJP07.001 LOWER CASE ASSY W/SPEAKER, SPEAKER FRONT, USB/B FFC W/O TV 60.PJJ07.002 BASE COVER W/RUBBER 42.PJJ07.001 TP BOARD HOLDER 33.PDA07.
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Category Description Acer PN. ODD BRACKET 33.PDA07.003 BD COMBO MODULE 6M.PJJ07.002 ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X DS-4E1S LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7) KO.0040F.003 ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BC-5500S LF W/O bezel FW 1.E1 SATA (Windows 7) KO.0040E.002 ODD BRACKET 33.PDA07.003 ODD BEZEL - BD COMBO 42.PDA07.006 BLUE RAY RW MODULE 6M.PJJ07.003 ODD PIONEER BD RW 12.7mm Tray DL 4X BDRTD01RS LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7) KU.00405.015 ODD PANASONIC BD RW 12.
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Category Description Acer PN. HDD SEAGATE 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB ST9250315AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 KH.25001.016 HDD TOSHIBA 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB MK2555GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG001J KH.25004.003 HDD HGST 2.5”” 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F KH.32007.007 HDD WD 2.5”” 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11 KH.32008.013 HDD SEAGATE 2.5”” 5400rpm 500GB ST9500325AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1 KH.50001.011 HDD TOSHIBA 2.
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Category Description Acer PN. Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black French Backlit KB.I170A.012 Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black German Backlit KB.I170A.013 Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 103KS Black Greek Backlit KB.I170A.014 Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Hungarian Backlit KB.I170A.015 Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Italian Backlit KB.I170A.016 Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 107KS Black Japanese Backlit KB.I170A.017 Keyboard ACER AC7B SM80 17 104KS Black Nordic Backlit KB.
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Category 220 Description Acer PN. LCD CABLE FOR CCD 50.PDA07.002 LCD COVER ASSY W/ANTENNA *2 60.PJJ07.003 LCD BEZEL ASSY FOR CCD 60.PH507.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.PD207.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L 33.PD207.002 CCD MODULE SUYIN 1.0M 57.PDA07.001 CCD MODULE CN1014-S36B-OV01-1 CHICONY 1.0M 57.PDA07.002 LED LCD MODULE 18.4 WUXGAG W/CCD ANTENNA *3 6M.PH507.002 LED LCD CMO 18.4" WUXGA Glare N184H6-L02 LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 LK.1840D.003 LCD CABLE FOR CCD 50.PDA07.
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Category Description Acer PN. Mainboard MAINBOARD PM55 DIS W/CARD READER EXPRESS CARD W/O CPU RAM MB.PJJ06.001 Memory MICRON SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB MT16JSF25664HY-1G1D1 LF 128*8 0.07um KN.2GB04.004 Memory ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB EBJ21UE8BAU0-AE-E LF 128*8 0.07um KN.2GB09.002 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB M471B5673DZ1-CF8 LF KN.2GB0B.005 Memory HYNIX SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB HMT112S6AFP6C-G7N0 LF 64*16 0.065um KN.1GB0G.019 THERMAL MODULE FOR MXM 60.PJJ07.006 VGA HEATSINK 33.
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Screw List Category Description Acer PN Screw 222 SCREW M3*0.5+3.5I 86.A03V7.006 SCREW M2.0*6-I(ANTI-LOOSE) 86.N1407.001 SCREW M2.5*2-I (NI,NYLOK) 86.TDY07.001 SCREW M2.5*4-I(BNI) 86.N1407.003 SCREW M2.0*3.0-I IRON 86.S0207.001 SCREW M2.5*4.0-I(NI)(NYLOK) 86.D01V7.001 SCREW M2.5*6.5-I(BZN(NYLOK-RED) 86.ARE07.001 SCREW M2.5*5.0-I(NI) 86.ARE07.004 SCREW M3*0.5+3.5I 86.TDY07.
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Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Aspire 8940 Series RO AS8940G724G50Bi EMEA Russia LX.PJJ0 2.008 AS8940G-724G50Bi W7HP64RUATRU1 MC N10EGE1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_abg_FP_1.0D_GEb_RU11 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Mn PA Canada LX.PJJ0 2.006 AS8940G-724G50Mn W7HP64ATCA2 MC N10EGE1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ 8L2.4/5R/CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_FR81 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Bn PA USA LX.PJJ0 2.007 AS8940G-724G50Bn W7HP64ATUS1 MC N10EGE1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ 8L2.4/5R/CBUL_n2_FP_1.
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RO AS8940G724G100W n EMEA Germany LX.PJP0 2.001 AS8940G-724G100Wn W7HP64ATDE1 MC N10EGE1GBTCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L+500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_DVBT FP_1.0D_GEb_DE11 Ci7720QM AS8940G824G100W n AAP Australia/ New Zealand LX.PJP0 2.004 AS8940G-824G100Wn W7HP64ATAU1 MC N10EGE1GBTCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L+500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_DVBT U/ VHF_FP_1.0D_GEb_ES61 Ci7820QM AS8940G724G100B n AAP Australia/ New Zealand LX.PJP0 2.
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RO AS8940G724G100W n EMEA Italy LX.PH2 02.051 AS8940G-724G100Wn W7HP64ATIT1 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L+500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_IT11 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G100W n EMEA Cyprus LX.PH2 02.052 AS8940G-724G100Wn W7HP64ATCY1 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L+500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_ES61 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G100W n EMEA Greece LX.PH2 02.050 AS8940G-724G100Wn W7HP64ATGR1 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L+500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.
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Model RO Country Acer Part No AS8940G724G50Mn EMEA Luxembour g AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA AS8940G724G100W n Description CPU LX.PH2 02.039 AS8940G-724G50Mn W7HP64ATLU3 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_IT41 Ci7720QM Middle East LX.PH2 02.031 AS8940G-724G50Wn EM W7HP64EMATME2 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_AR21 Ci7720QM EMEA South Africa LX.PH2 02.
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RO AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Middle East LX.PH2 02.028 AS8940G-724G50Wn EM W7HP64EMATME9 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_ES81 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Middle East LX.PH2 02.027 AS8940G-724G50Wn EM W7HP64EMATME4 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_ES61 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Middle East LX.PH2 02.026 AS8940G-724G50Wn EM W7HP64EMATME2 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.
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RO AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Spain LX.PH2 02.015 AS8940G-724G50Wn W7HP64ATES1 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_ES51 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Portugal LX.PH2 02.014 AS8940G-724G50Wn W7HP64ATPT1 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_PT11 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Czech LX.PH2 02.013 AS8940G-724G50Wn W7HP64ATCZ2 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L/BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_SK11 Ci7720QM AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Cyprus LX.
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Model RO AS8940G724G50Wn EMEA Austria AS8940G904G75Bn WW AS8940G724G50Mn Acer Part No Description CPU LX.PH2 02.001 AS8940G-724G50Wn W7HP64ATAT1 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ BT/8L2.4/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_DE61 Ci7720QM WW S2.PH2 0X.001 AS8940G-904G75Bn VHP32ATWW3 MC N10PGS1GBCFPbkQ_V3 2*2G/ 500_L+250/BT/8L/5R/ CBUL_n2_FP_1.0D_GEb_TC11 C2QQ9000 PA USA LX.PH5 02.001 AS8940G-724G50Mn W7HP64ATUS1 MC N10PGS1GBCFbkQ_V3 2*2G/500_L/ 8L2.4/5R/CBUL_n2_FP_1.
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Model RO AS8940G904G48Mn WW Model 231 Country WW Acer Part No S2.PH4 0X.001 LCD Description CPU AS8940G-904G48Mn VHP32ATWW3 MC N10PGS1GBTCFbkQ_V3 2*2G/320+160/ BT/8L/5R/CBUL_n2_DVBT U/ VHF_FP_1.0D_GEb_TC11 C2QQ9000 VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 AS8940G724G50Bi NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10EGE 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Mn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10EGE 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Bn NLED18.
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Model LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 AS8940G724G50Mn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G100Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G100Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G100Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Mn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Mn NLED18.
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Model 233 LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.
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Model LCD VGA Chip VRAM 1 Memory 1 Memory 2 AS8940G724G50Wn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G904G75Bn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G50Mn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G722G50Mn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO1GBIII10 SO1GBIII10 AS8940G904G48Mn NLED18.4W UXGAGL N10PGS 1G-DDR3 (64*16*8) SO2GBIII10 SO2GBIII10 AS8940G724G100Mn NLED18.
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Media Processor Bluetooth NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G100Wn N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G100Wn N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Mn N500GB5.4KS N NSM8XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G100Wn N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G100Wn N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G100Wn N500GB5.4KS N500GB5.4KS NBDRW4XS N BT 2.
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Model HDD 1(GB) HDD 2(GB) ODD Media Processor Bluetooth AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn N500GB5.4KS N NBDRW4XS N BT 2.
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Model 237 Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth AS8940G-724G100Bn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-824G50Bn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-824G100Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP3x3MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-824G82Mn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP3x3MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G100Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.
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Model Appendix A Extra SW1 Card Reader Wireless LAN1 Bluetooth AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.1 AS8940G-724G50Wn McAfee 5 in 1-Build in SP1x2MMW BT 2.
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Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the Aspire 8940 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
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Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test BOM_Name Adapter AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Audio Codec AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCF
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Bluetooth AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Card Reader AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 CPU AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940
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BOM_Name BRAND Type Description AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 HDD1 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 LTT SS801U LTT Finger Print SS801U LTT SS801U LTT Finger Print SS801U LTT SS801U LTT Finger Print SS801U SEAGATE N160GB5.4K S “HDD SEAGATE 2.
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BOM_Name 244 Type Description AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 WD BRAND N160GB5.4K S “HDD WD 2.5”” 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO ML160 SATA LF F/W:11.01A11” SEAGATE N250GB5.4K S “HDD SEAGATE 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB ST9250315AS Wyatt SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1” TOSHIBA N250GB5.4K S “HDD TOSHIBA 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB MK2555GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG001J” HGST N250GB5.4K S “HDD HGST 2.
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Type Description AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 BOM_Name TOSHIBA N320GB5.4K S “HDD TOSHIBA 2.5”” 5400rpm 320GB MK3255GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG011J” HGST N320GB5.4K S “HDD HGST 2.5”” 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W: C60F” HGST N320GB5.4K S “HDD HGST 2.5”” 5400rpm 320GB HTS545032B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria = 0.
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BOM_Name 246 BRAND Type Description AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 HGST N500GB5.4K S “HDD HGST 2.5”” 5400rpm 500GB HTS545050B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria = 0.014g-cm” AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 WD N500GB5.4K S “HDD WD 2.
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Type Description AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 BOM_Name TOSHIBA N250GB5.4K S “HDD TOSHIBA 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB MK2555GSX Libra SATA LF F/W:FG001J” HGST N250GB5.4K S “HDD HGST 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F” HGST N250GB5.4K S “HDD HGST 2.5”” 5400rpm 250GB HTS545025B9A300 Panther B SATA LF F/W:C60F Disk imbalance criteria = 0.
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 LAN AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 LCD AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Memory AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS
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BOM_Name Northbridge Chipset AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 ODD AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 A
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N1
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFb
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbk
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Software AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 TV Antenna AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 TV Tuner AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GB
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 WiFi Antenna AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 WLAN AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10EGE1 GBTCFPbkQ_V3 AS8
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BOM_Name AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 AS8940G_N10PGS1 GBTCFbkQ_V3 Appendix B BRAND Type Description INTEL SP1x2MMW Lan Intel WLAN 512AN_MMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#895361 INTEL SP1x2MMW Lan Intel WLAN 512AN_MMWG2 Shirley Peak 5100 ME enable / MM#899541 INTEL SP3x3MMW Lan Intel WLAN 533AN_MMWG2 Shirley Peak 5300 ME enable / MM#899545 263
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Appendix C Online Support Information This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan.
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Index A F AFLASH Utility 39 Features 1 Flash Utility B 39 Flush Bezel Disassembly Battery Pack Flowchart 52 Removing 120 Flush LCD Bezel BIOS Removing ROM type 18 vendor 18 Version 18 BIOS Utility FP Reader Bracket Removing Boot 37 Exit 38 Navigating 31 Onboard Device Configuration 35 Save and Exit 38 Security 34 System Security 38 Removing (flush) 128 Removing (standard) 118 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 211 G Graphics Card Removing Bluetooth Board 109, 145 Graphics Card Heatsink
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Kensington Lock Bracket Removing Replacing 101, 153 Media Board 69 85, 167 Memory Check 192 Removing Keyboard Removing Keyboard Failure 196 Memory Cover 55 Model Definition 224 Removing L Launch Board Removing N 81, 171 LCD Bezel O LCD Bezel Cap ODD Removing (flush) 121 Replacing (flush) 142 Removing Removing Panel Replacing (flush) 136 Replacing (standard) 130 5 Bottom left 5 195 PC Card LCD Module 10 11 Power Board Disassembly 111 Removing 74 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure
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Speaker Module Removing utility 106, 148 BIOS Standard Bezel Disassembly Flowchart V 111 Volume Control Board Standard LCD Bezel Removing Removing 112 Subwoofer Removing 82, 169 W 103, 150 Windows 2000 Environment Test Switch Cover Removing 31–39 71, 180 WLAN Board System 240 65 WLAN Cover Block Diagram 4 Removing 55 WLAN Module T Removing Test Compatible Components Thermal Grease 65 239 146, 147 Thermal Module Removing 107 Replacing 147 TouchPad Board 90, 161 TouchPad Fai
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