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Aspire 8930 Series
Service Guide
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
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). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered
in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible
personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.
2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information
available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will
not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer
office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service
Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and
service of customer machines.
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Chapter 1
System Specifications
Features
Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:
Operating system
Windows Vista™
NOTE: Windowsl® VistaTM Capable PCs come with Windows® XP installed, and can be upgraded to
Windows® VistaTM. For more information on Windows® VistaTM and how to upgrade, go to:
Microsoft.com/windowsvista.
Platform and memory

Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor Mobile Intel® GM975 Express Chipset
Mobile Intel® GM975 Express Chipset
Intel® Wireless WiFi Link Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, or Intel® PRO/Wireless Wi-Fi
CERTIFIED® network connection
System memory
Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support
Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules
Display and graphics

18.4" WUXGA
NVIDIA® GeForce® 9650M GS with up to 1280 MB of TurboCache™ or NVIDIA® GeForce® 8600M GT
with up to 1280 MB of TurboCache™
TV-tuner
Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T
Audio
Dolby® -certified surround sound system with five built-in stereo speakers and one subwoofer
supporting lowfrequency effects
S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers
Built-in stereo microphones
Storage subsystem
2.5" hard disk drive
Optical drive options:
z Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) drive
z DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
6-in-1 card reader
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Input devices
105-/106-key keyboard
Touchpad pointing device
Acer CineDash media console capacitive human interface device
Communication
Acer Video Conference, featuring:
z Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam
z Acer PureZone technology
z Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone
WLAN:
z Intel® Wireless WiFi Link network connection or Intel® PRO/Wireless network connection
I/O Ports
ExpressCard™/54 slot
6-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MMCplus™, MS, MS PRO, xD)
USB 2.0 ports
HDMI™ port with HDCP support
Consumer infrared (CIR) port
External display (VGA) port
Headphone/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support
Microphone-in jack
Line-in jack
Ethernet (RJ-45) port
Modem (RJ-11) port
DC-in jack for AC adapter
Environment
Temperature:
z operating: 5°C to 35°C
z Non-operating: -20°C to 65°C
Humidity (non-condensing):
z operating: 20%~80%
z Non-operating: 20%~80%
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System Block Diagram
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Board Layout
Top View
Aspire8930 M/B layout and connector location

TOP view
No. Name Description
1 CN1 LCM Cable CNTR
2 CN6 Power Board FFC CNTR
3 CN2 LED Board Cable CNTR
5 CN4 Power Cable CNTR
6 U6 South Bridge
7 CN12 I/O Board CNTR
8 CN15 Speaker Cable CNTR
9 CN14 MDC CNTR
10 CN13 BT Cable CNTR
11 CN11 Touch Pad FFC CNTR
12 CN9 Media consle Board CNTR
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Bottom View
Bottom view
1 CN501 Battery CNTR
2 CN502 CPU Socket
3 CN500 FAN Cable CNTR
4 Jack500 RJ45
5 CN503 VGA Port
6 CN507 HDMI Port
7 CN511 HDMI Port
8 CN514 USB Port
9 CN515 USB Port
10 Jack501 SPDIF
11 Jack502 MIC jack
12 Jack503 Line in jack
14 U510 North Bridge
15 CN516 HDD Socket
16 CN517 HDD Socket
17 CN505/506 DIMM Socket
18 CN512 ODD CNTR
19 CN508 PCI-E Socket
21 CN509 VGA Card Socket
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Your Acer Notebook tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new Aspire computer.
Front View
No. Icon Item Description

1 Acer PureZone Two internal stereo microphones for sound recording.
2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays
computer output.
3 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
4 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the
status of the computer's functions and components.
5 CineDash media The CineDash media console is a touch-sensitive
console entertainment interface.
6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
7 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you
use the computer.
8 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a
computer mouse.
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9 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the left and right
(left, center* and mouse buttons.
right) *The center button serves as Acer BioProtect
fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way
control function.
(for selected models)
10 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the
status of the computer’s functions and components.
11 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication.
12 Empowering key Lanuch Acer Empowering Technology.
13 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
14 Easy-launch button Buttons for launching frequently used program.
Closed Front View

1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
2 6-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC),
MultiMediaCard Plus (MMCplus), Memory Stick (MS),
Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD).
3 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control.
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Left View

1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line.
3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.
4 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor,

(VGA) port LCD projector).
5 HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections.
6 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB
camera).
7 Headphones/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers,
speaker/line-out jack headphones).
with S/PDIF support
8 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones.
9 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player,

stereo walkman).
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Right View

1 ExpressCard/54 slot Acceots one ExpressCard/54 module.
2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.

3 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active.
indicator
4 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
button
5 Emergency eject Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is
hole turned off.
6 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB
camera).
7 TV-in port Accepts input signals from analog/digital TV-tuner
devices (for selected models).
8 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer
security lock.
Rear view

1 Tuba The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out
earthshaking movie-house audio.
2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after
prolonged use.
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Base view

1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with
screws).
2 Memory Houses the computer's main memory.
compartment
3 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after
cooling fan prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
6 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
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Indicators
The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators.
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up.

1 Power Indicates the computer’s power status.
2 Battery Indicates the computer’s battery status.
3 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
4 Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
5 Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging.
2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.
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Easy-Launch Buttons
Located beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are:
WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth and Acer Empowering Technology.
The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To
set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager.

1 Empowering Lanuch Acer Empowering Technology.
Technology (user-programmable)
2 Wireless Enable/disables the wireless function. Indicates the
communication status of wireless LAN communication.
button/Indicator
3 Web browser Internet browser (user-Programmable)
4 Mail Email application (user-Programmable)
5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the

communication status of Bluetooth communication.
button/indicator
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Touchpad Basics
The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:
Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.
Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution
functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the
touchpad is the same as clicking the left button.
Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button mimics
your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.
Function Left Button (1) Right Button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3)
Execute Quickly click Tap twice (at the
twice. same speed as
double-clicking a
mouse button).
Select Click once. Tap once.
Drag Click and hold, Tap twice (at the
then use finger same speed as
on the touchpad double-clicking a
to drag the mouse button);
cursor. rest your finger
on the touchpad
on the second
tap and drag the
cursor.
Access context Click once.
menu
Scroll Swipe up/down/
left/right using
Acer FingerNav
4-way control
function (for
selected models)
or click and hold
to move up/
down/left/right
(for selected
models).
NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your infers - dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger
movements; hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not increase
the touchpad’s responsiveness.
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Using the Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and
twelve function keys.
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock key Description

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Num Lock When Num Lock is on, the separate keypad is in numeric mode. The keys
function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and
/). Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry.
Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you
<Fn> + <F12> press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work
with some applications.
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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key Description
Windows Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows
key Start button; it launches the Start menu.
It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions:
< > : Open or close the Start menu
< > + <D>: Display the desktop
< > + <E>: Open Windows Explore
< > + <F>: Search for a file or folder
< > + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
< > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network
domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a
network domain)
< > + <M>: Minimizes all windows
< > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
< > + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
< > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
< > + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
< > + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
< > + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the desktop
< > + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using
Windows Flip 3-D
< > + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows
Sidebar
<CTRL> + < > + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)
<CTRL> + < > + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs
on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista or Windows XP, some
shortcuts may not function as described.
Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens
key the application's context menu.
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Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Icon Function Description

<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.
<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer

Empowering Technology.
<Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer

Management Empowering Technology.
<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display
screen, external monitor (if connected) and
both.
<Fn> + <F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save
power. Press any key to return.
<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
Volume up Increases the sound volume.

<Fn> + < >
Volume down Decrease the sound volume.

<Fn> + < >
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
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Special Key
You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.
To type:
The Euro symbol

1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either directly press the < > symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then
press the<5> symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
The US dollar sign

1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either directly press the < > key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift> and then press the
<4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.
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Acer Empowering Technology
The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequentlyused functions and manage
your new Acer system. Activated by pressing theEmpowering Key, it provides access to the following utilities:
NOTE: The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary.
Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home
Theater on your system.
Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans.
Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption (for selected models).
Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely.
Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily.
For more information, right-click on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help.
For help with a particular utility, launch the utility and click the icon at the buttom of the active
window.Launching Acer Empowering Technology
To launch Acer Empowering Technology:

Press the Empowering Key to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop.
To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on the toolbar.
You may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering
Technology program group in the Start menu, or by double-clicking the icon if you have created
adesktop shortcut.
To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications:

On the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar, click the icon that corresponds to the application you want
to launch.
When you mouse over an application icon, a quick menu appears below the toolbar. The quick menu
allows you to perform certain tasks simply and quickly.
You may also run the application by selecting it from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in
the Start menu.
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Acer eAudio Management
Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on
your system. Select Movie or Game mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound
from just two speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. Music mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in
vivid detail.
To choose your playback device, click the icon on the upper right side ofthe Acer eAudio Management window.
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Acer ePower Management
Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management
options. To access this utility, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run
the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows
power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management.
Using power plans

Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power
saver. You can also create customized power plans. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore
power plans, as described below View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the
appropriate tabs. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower and select Power Options.
To create a new power plan:

Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power
options.
1. Click the New power plan option or icon.
2. Enter a name for your new power plan.
3. Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on.
4. If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you want your computer to use.
5. Click OK to save your new power plan.
To switch between power plans:

1. Mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar. The
quick menu appears
2. Select the power plan you want to switch to You may also switch between power plans by launching the
Acer ePower Management application. Select the power plan you wish to switch to, thenclick Apply. click
Apply
To edit a power plan:

Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed.
1. Switch to the power plan you wish to edit.
2. Adjust settings as required.
3. Click Apply to save your new settings.
To delete a power plan:

You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to
another one first.
1. Select the power plan you wish to delete.
2. Click the Delete Power Plan icon.
Battery status
The quick menu shows the remaining battery life based on current usage. You can also launch the Acer
ePower Management application and refer to the Battery status panel located just below the power plans.
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Click the Battery tab to view remaining battery life, battery status, and remaining battery life in standby and
hibernate modes.
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Acer eDataSecurity Management
Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by
unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data
encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook.
On first use, the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you to create the Master Pas word.
You will use this password to access the Personal Secure Disk (PSD). The Master Password may also be
used to encrypt/decrypt files by default.
If you set a different password to encrypt a file, but you forgot the encryption password, you can use the Mater
Password to decrypt the file.
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Acer eRecovery Management
Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create full or incremental backups,
burn the factory default image to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall
applications and drivers. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive.system’s HDD. User-
created backups are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with:
Password protection.
Recovery of applications and drivers.
Image/data backup:
z Back up to HDD (set recovery point).
z Back up to CD/DVD.
Image/data recovery tools:
Recover from a hidden partition (factory defaults).
Recover from the HDD (most recent user-defined recovery point).
Recover from CD/DVD.
For more information, please refer to “Acer eRecovery Management”

NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery
Management’s “System backup to optical disk” feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To
ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management,
detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your Acer
ezDock.
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Acer eSettings Management
Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health
status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so
your computer runs faster, smoother and better.
Acer eSettings Management also:
Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating.
Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users.
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Windows Mobility Center
The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can
quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings
include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display settings, display
orientation and synchronization status.
Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing
folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch
Windows Mobility Center:
• Use the shortcut key < > + <X>.
• Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel.
• Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu.
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Using the System Utilities
Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models)
Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the
Microsoft Windows operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-
Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your computer with
centralized password management with Password Bank, easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch,
secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast application/website launching and login with Acer
FingerLaunch, while Acer ProfileLaunch can launch up to three applications/ websites from a single finger
swipe.
Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents
using Acer FingerNav. With Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution, you can now enjoy an extra layer of
protection for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple
swipe of your finger
For more information refer to the Acer Bio-Protection help files.
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Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)
NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.
To enable the dual display feature of your notebook, first ensure that a second display is connected, then,
open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and
selecting Personalize. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box
Extend the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to
complete the process.
Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows
on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista.
You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:
Double (verticle), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display
compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned indepently.
Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.
AcerGridVista is imple to set up:
1. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.
2. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.
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3. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's
recommended value.
Launch Manager
Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. You can access
the Launch Manager by clicking on Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
Item Specification
CPU type Intel CPU Penryn
Core logic Intel PM45 + ICH9M
CPU package uFCPGA, Socket P
CPU core voltage 0.944~1.3V
Second Level Cache
Item Specification
Cache controller Built-in CPU
Cache size 6MB
1st level cache control Always enabled
2st level cache control Always enabled
Cache scheme control Fixed in write-back
System Memory
Item Specification
Memory controller Intel PM45
Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory)
DIMM socket number 2 sockets
Supports memory size per socket 2GB
Supports maximum memory size 4GB
Supports DIMM type DDR 3 Synchronous DRAM
Supports DIMM Speed 1066 MHz
Supports DIMM voltage 1.5V and 0.9V
Supports DIMM package 204-pin soDIMM
Lan Interface
Item Specification
Chipset ATHEROS_AR8121
Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Ethernet
PCI-E Giga
LAN connector type RJ45
LAN connector location Left side
Features Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver
Modem Interface
Item Specification
Data modem data baud rate (bps) 56K
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Item Specification
Supports modem protocol V.92
Modem connector type RJ11
Modem connector location Left side
Bluetooth Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Built-in ICH9M
Data throughput 723 bps (full speed data rate)
Protocol Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG
specification is ratified).
Interface USB 2.0
Connector type USB
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & Model Name HGST HTS541680J9SA00 Seagate ST9120822AS TOSHIBA MK1637GSX
WD WD800BEVS-22RST0 Toshiba MK1237GSX SEAGATE ST9160821AS
HGST HTS541612J9SA00 HGST HTS541616J9SA00
WD WD1200BEVS-22RST0 WD WD1600BEVS-22RST0
Capacity (MB) 80000 120000 160000
Bytes per sector 512
Data heads 2
4 for Toshiba and 4
HGST
Drive Format
Disks 1
Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 RPM
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 8M
Interface SATA
Max. media transfer 100,150
rate (disk-buffer,
Mbytes/s)
Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s)
Ultra DMA mode-5 100 MB/Sec.
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance 5V(DC) +/- 5%
Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s)
Ultra DMA mode-5 100 MB/Sec.
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance 5V(DC) +/- 5%
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DVD-Super Multi Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & model name TOSHIBA 8X TS-L632D
PHILIPS 8X DS-8A1P
HLDS 8X GSA-T20N
Performance Specification With CD Diskette
Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained:Max 3.6Mbytes/sec
Sustained:Max 10.8Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB
Interface Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible
Applicable disc format
Support disc formats 1. Reads data in each CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-1,
Video CD, CD-Extra and CD-Plus
2. Reads data in super Audio CD (SACD) Hybrid type
3. Reads standard CD-DA
4. Reads and writes CD-R discs
5. Reads and writes CD-RW and HSRW discs
6. Reads and writes US & US+RW
7. Reads data in each DVD-ROM and DVD-Dual
8. Reads and writes in each DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for general),
DVD-RW and DVD+R/RW (Ver1.1)
9.Reads and writes DVD+-R Dual
10.Reads and writes DVD-RAM
Loading mechanism Load: Manual
Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)
(b) Release by ATAPI command
(c) Emergency Release
Power Requirement
Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)
Audio Interface
Item Specification
Audio Controller Realtek ALC889X
Audio onboard or optional Built-in
Mono or Stereo Stereo
Resolution 24 bit stereo full duplex
Compatibility HD audio Interface; S/PDIF output for PCM or AC-3
content
Sampling rate 1Hz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate)
Internal microphone Yes
Internal speaker / Quantity Yes/2(3W speakers)
Supports PnP DMA channel DMA channel 0
DMA channel 1
Supports PnP IRQ IRQ10, IRQ11
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Video Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Acer MXM compatible
USB Port
Item Specification
Chipset Built-in ICH9M
USB Compliancy Level 2
OHCI USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller
Number of USB port 4
Location One on the left side; three on the right side
Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
Express Card Interface
Item Specification
Express card controller Built-in ICH9M
Supports card type 75mmx54mm(W)x5mm
Number of slots One
Access location Left Side
Interface PCI Express
System Board Major Chips
Item Specification
Core logic Intel PM45 + ICH9M
VGA Acer MXM compatible
LAN ATHEROS_AR8121
USB 2.0 Built in ICH9M
CardReader Jmicro JMB385
MODEM Foxconn T60M955
Bluetooth Foxconn T60H928.11
Wireless 802.11 a+b+g Built-in ICH9M
Audio Realtek ALC889X
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Keyboard
Item Specification
Keyboard controller ITE 8512E
Total number of keypads 88-/89-key
Windows logo key Yes
Internal & external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes
simultaneously
Battery
Item Specification
Vendor & Model Name BATTERY PACK SANYO BATTRY PACK SONY
LI-ION 8 CELL2.4, LI-ION 8CELL2.4,
4800MAH 4800MAH
Battery Type Li-ion
Pack capacity 4800 mAH
Number of battery cell 8 cell
Package configuration 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel
Normal voltage 14.8V
Charge voltage 16.8+-0.2V
LCD 18.0" inch
Item Specification
Vendor & model name Samsung LNT184HT01-A01
Screen Diagonal (mm) 18.4 inches
Active Area (mm) 353.45(H) x 198.72(V) mm
Display resolution (pixels) 1920x1080 WUXGA
Pixel Pitch 0.213 (H) x 0.213(V) mm
Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical Stripe
Display Mode Normally White
Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) 300
also called Brightness
Luminance Uniformity N/A
Contrast Ratio 600
Response Time (Optical Rise 8
Time/Fall Time) msec
Nominal Input Voltage VDD +3.3V
Typical Power Consumption (watt) 4.5W
Weight(g) 550g
Physical Size(mm) 365x214x6.5
Electrical Interface Dual channel LVDS
Support Color 262,144
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left 65/65
Vertial: Upper/Lower 50/50
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Item Specification
Temperature Range(°C)
Operating 0 to +50
Storage (shipping) -20 to +60
LCD Inverter
Item Specification
Vendor & model name TDK
Brightness conditions N/A
Input voltage (V) 9~20V
Input current (mA) 360mA (max)
Output voltage (V, rms) 710V (1800V for kick off)
Output current (mA, rms) 6.5mA (max)
Output voltage frequency (k Hz) 58 KHz (max)
AC Adaptor
Item Specification
Input rating 100V AC to 240V AC, 47Hz to 63Hz
Maximum input AC current 1.5A
Inrush current 50A@115VAC
100A@230VAC
Efficiency 85% min. @115VAC input full load
System Power Management
ACPI mode Power Management

Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.
Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned
off completely.
Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be
power managed in this state.
Suspend to RAM (S3) CPU set power down
VGA Suspend
PCMCIA Suspend
Audio Power Down
Hard Disk Power Down
CD-ROM Power Down
Super I/O Low Power mode
Save to Disk (S4) Also called Hibernation Mode. System saves all system
states and data onto the disc prior to power off the whole
system.
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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.
To activate the BIOS Utility, press m during POST (when “Press <F2> to enter Setup” message is prompted on
the bottom of screen).
Press m to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to “disabled”. If you want to change
boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set the parameter to “enabled”.
Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without
entering BIOS SETUP Utility.
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Invoking BIOS Setup
The setup function can only be invoked by pressing F2 when Press <F2> to enter Setup message is
prompted on the bottom of screen during POST.
The setup uses a menu driven interface to allow the user to configure their system. The features are divided
into 6 parts as follows:
Information Display the system informations.
Main allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters.
Advanced Provides advanced settings of the system.
Security Provides security settings of the system.
Boot Allows the user to specify the boot options.
Exit Allows the user to save CMOS setting and exit Setup.
NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a
particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item
Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values.
Please note that system information is subject to different models.
Information
NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.
Parameter Description
CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system.
IDE1 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary
IDE master.
IDE1 Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary
IDE master.
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IDE2I Model Name This field displays the mofel name of devices installed on
secondary IDE master. The hard disk drive or optical drive
model name is automatically detected by the system.
IDE2 Serial Number This field shows the serial number of devices installed on
secondary IDE master.
System BIOS ver Displays system BIOS version.
VGA BIOS Ver This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system.
KBC Ver This field shows the keyboard
Serial Number This field displays the serial number of this unit.
Asset Tag Number This field displays the asset tag number of the system.
Product Name This field shows product name of the system.
Manufacturer Name This field displays the manufacturer of this system.
UUID Number This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is
presenting.
UUID=32bytes
Main
The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup
parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters.
NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ.
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
Parameter Description Format/Option

System Time Sets the system time. The hours are Format: HH:MM:SS
displayed with 24-hour format. (hour:minute:second)
System Time
System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY
(month/day/year)
System Date
System Memory This field reports the memory size of the
system. Memory size is fixed to 640MB
Extended Memory This field reports the memory size of the
extended memory in the system.
Extended Memory size=Total memory
size-1MB
VGA Memory Shows the VGA memory size. VGA
Memory size=64/128MB
Quiet Boot Determines if Customer Logo will be Option: Enabled or
displayed or not; shows Summary Screen Disabled
is disabled or enabled.
Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and
Summary Screen is disabled.
Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed,
and Summary Screen is enabled.
Power on display Auto: During power process, the system Option: Auto or Both
will detect if any display device is
connected on external video port. If any
external display device is connected, the
power on display will be in CRT (or
projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in
LCD only mode.
Both: Simultaneously enable both the
integrated LCD screen and the system’s
external video port (for an external CRT or
projector).
Network Boot Enables, disables the system boot from Option: Enabled or
LAN (remote server). Disabled
F12 Boot Menu Enables, disables Boot Menu during Option: Disabled or
POST. Enabled
D2D Recovery Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Option: Enabled or
The function allows the user to create a Disabled
hidden partition on hard disc drive to store
operation system and restore the system
to factory defaults.
NOTE: The sub-items under each device will not be shown if the device control is set to disable or auto. This is
because the user is not allowed to control the settings in these cases.
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Advanced
The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in BIOS.
parameter settings.
Parameter Description Option

Serial port Displays the settings of the Enabled or Disabled
serial port
Parallel port Shows the settings of the Enabled or Disabled
parallel port
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Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.
parameter settings.
Parameter Description Option

User Password is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set
Supervisor Password Shows the setting of the Supervisor Clear or Set
is password
Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password.
When user password is set, this password
protects the BIOS Setup Utility from
unauthorized access. The user can enter
Setup menu only and does not have right to
change the value of parameters.
Set Supervisor Press Enter to set the supervisor password.
Password When set, this password protects the BIOS
Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The
user can not either enter the Setup menu
nor change the value of parameters.
HardDisk Security Enables or disables primary hard disk
security function.
Password on Boot Defines whether a password is required or Disabled or Enabled
not while the events defined in this group
happened. The following sub-options are all
requires the Supervisor password for
changes and should be grayed out if the
user password was used to enter setup.
NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don’t forget
your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your
dealer to reset it.
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Setting a Password
Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:
1. Use the w andy keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set
Supervisor Password box appears:
2. Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8
alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New
Password” field.
IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the
screen.
3. Press e.
After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.
4. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter.
5. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Removing a Password
Follow these steps:
1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set
Password box appears:
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. The
computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”.
4. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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Changing a Password
1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set
Password box appears:
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password
field.
4. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.
5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.
6. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following.
The password setting is complete after the user presses u.

If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the
Setup Warning.
If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following
message.
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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 distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
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Exit Discarding Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.
Changes
Load Setup Default Load default values for all SETUP item.
Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.
Save Changes Save Setup Data to CMOS.
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BIOS Flash Utility
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.
NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not
contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not
completely loaded.
Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.
1. Prepare a bootable diskette.
2. Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette.
3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function.
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Remove HDD password Utility
This section provide you with removing HDD password method:
Remove HDD Password:

If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, “HDD password error code” would display on the screen.
See the image below.
If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run unlock6.EXE
1. Key in “unlock6 error code 205”

2. Select “2”
3. Choose one HDD password
Reboot system and key in “R6PI11X” or “MI8N4KK” to HDD user password.
Then the HDD password will be unlocked and will auto into Windows after reboot.
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Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement

This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer Aspire 8930 for
maintenance and troubleshooting.
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
Small Philips screw driver
hilips screwdriver
Plastic flat head screw driver
Tweezers
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the
screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
When you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.
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General Information
Before You Begin
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. Remove the battery pack.
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Disassembly Procedure Flowchard
The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence
and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to
remove the system board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in
that order.
Main unit disassembly flow chart
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LCM module disassembly flow chart
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Removing the Battery Pack
1. Release the battery.
2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.
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Removing the HDD/Memory Module/Wireless LAN Card/TV Tuner
Card/System Fan/Thermal Modules/CPU
Removing the HDD

1. Remove the six screws fastening the CTO cover.
2. Detach the CTO cover from the notebook.
Removing the Wireless Cover & RAM Module

3. Remove the wireless antenna and remove the wireless screws then remove the wireless card.
4. Pop out the memory module from the DIMM socket then remove it (If the notebook has two memory
modules, then repeat this step).
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Removing the Wireless LAN Card/TV Tunder Card and System Fan
5. Disconnect the main and auxiliary antennae from the TV card.
6. Loose two screws from the TV card.
7. Remove the TV card from the machine.
8. Remove HDD module as shown.
9. Remove FAN cable from the machine.

10. Loose the FAN screw.
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11. Take out the system fan from the main unit as shown.
Removing the Thermal Modules and the CPU

12. Remove the two screws holding the finger heatsink.
13. Detach the finger heatsink from the main board.
14. Then take out the CPU heatsink from the main board.
15. Use a flat screwdriver to release the CPU lock (Turn counter clock-wise) then remove the CPU carefully.
16. Remove the Express dummy card.
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17. Remove the card reader dummy.
Removing the ODD

18. Remove the screw fastening the optical disk drive module on the bottom.
19. Use a tool to push the optical disk drive module outwards and remove the ODD module.
Removing the Hinge cover

20. Remove two hinge cover screws.
21. Then detach the Hinge cover from both side.
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Removing the BTCB screws
22. Loose 21 screws from BTCB.
23. Detach Switch cover.
24. Disconnect Media board FFC from the Switch cover.
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25. Then remove the switch cover from the machine.
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Disassembling the Main Unit
1. Turn over the keyboard as the image shows.
2. Disconnect the Keyboard FFC from the main board
3. Then remove the keyboard from the main unit.
4. Disconnect the FFC from the main board.
5. Loose One screws from the TPCB.

6. Disconnect the LCM cable.
7. Pull out the Power cable.
8. Pull out the Wireless antenna.
9. Release four TPCB locker then remove the TCB from machine.
10. Disassembling the LED boards.
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11. Loose the LED boards four screws.
12. Loose four LCM hinge screws.

13. Then remove LCM module from the machine.
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Remove I/O baord and Main Board.
14. Remove the daughter board from the machine.
15. Loose two Modem card screws.
16. Disconnect Modem card cable.

17. Remove Modem card from the M/B.
18. Disconnect Speaker cable from the MB and loose the MB screw.
19. Remove M/B from the BTCB.
20. Remove RJ11 from the BTCB.
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21. Remove the USB board from BTCB.
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Disassembly LCM module
1. Remove six LCM bezel mylar.
2. Loose 10 LCM bezel screws.
3. Remove LCM bezel.
4. Disconnect Inverter cable and Back LED board cable.

5. Remove Inverter from BTCB.
6. Loose four LCD scrws from the hinge.

7. Disconnect CCD cable.
8. Remove the LCD panel.
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9. Loose four LCD hinge screws, then remove two hinges from LCD panel.
Disassembling the External Modules
Disassembling the HDD Module

1. Remove the four screws holding the HDD (hard disk drive) foil; two on each side.
2. Carefully take out the hard disk drive from the HDD foil.
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Disassembling the ODD Module
1. Remove the two screws holding the optical bracket.
2. Then remove the optical bracket from the optical disk drive.
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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or
modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating
the same operation.
3. Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to.
Symptoms (Verified) Go To
Power failure. (The power indicator does not “Power System Check” on page 67.
go on or stay on.)
POST does not complete. No beep or error “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message”
codes are indicated. on page 69
“Undetermined Problems” on page 82
POST detects an error and displayed “Error Message List” on page 70
messages on screen.
Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message”
others). on page 69
Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent Use the customer-reported symptoms and go
problems). to “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error
Message” on page 69
“Intermittent Problems” on page 81
“Undetermined Problems” on page 82
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System Check Procedures
External Diskette Drive Check
Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is
required.
NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause
damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.
Do the following to select the test device.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.
2. See if FDD Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test.
3. Follow the instructions in the message window.
If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board.
If the error still remains:
1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module.
2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
3. Replace the main board.
External CD-ROM Drive Check

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM does
not have any label attached to it. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail.
Do the following to select the test device:
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.
2. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test.
If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the System board. If the error still remains:
1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check

Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested.
If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable
extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board.
If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test.
If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the keyboard cables.
2. Replace the keyboard.
The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:
Numeric keypad
External keyboard
If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
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Memory check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board.
2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.
3. Press F2 in the test items.
NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error.
Power System Check

To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources:
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied.
3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by
the battery pack.
If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list:
“Check the Power Adapter” on page 67
“Check the Battery Pack” on page 67
Check the Power Adapter

Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power
adapter cable. See the following figure
Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V

Pin 2: 0V, Ground
1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter.

2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
z Replace the System board.
z If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 82.
z If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
NOTE: An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect.
3. If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter for correct
continuity and installation.
4. If the operational charge does not work, see “Check the Battery Pack” on page 67.
Check the Battery Pack

To check the battery pack, do the following:
From Software:
1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel
2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total
Battery Power Remaining are correct.
3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter.
4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging.
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From Hardware:
1. Power off the computer.
2. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). See the
following figure
3. If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery.
To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50%
of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.
If the battery status indicator does not light up, remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature.
Re-install the battery pack.
If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the battery pack. If the charge indicator still does not light
up, replace the DC/DC charger board.
Touchpad Check
If the touchpad doesn’t work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the touchpad cables.
2. Replace the touchpad.
3. Replace the system board.
After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement
can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware
problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.
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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is
listed first.
NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU
replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU.
This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 82.
The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified
by function.
NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware
device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the
way it has been configured.
NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter
Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
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Index of Error Messages
Error Code List
Error Codes Error Messages

006 Equipment Configuration Error
Causes:
1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch
2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error
(THe causes will be shown before “Equipment
Configuration Error”)
010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh,
W:xxxxh)
070 Real Time Clock Error
071 CMOS Battery Bad
072 CMOS Checksum Error
110 System disabled.
Incorrect password is specified.
<No error code> Battery critical LOW
In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps
then shut down system, no message will show.
<No error code> Thermal critical High
In this situation BIOS will shut down system,
not show message.
Error Message List
Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard disk drive connector.
“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Hard disk drive
System board
Stuck Key see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device
Check” on page 66.
Keyboard error see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device
Keyboard Controller Failed see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device
Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard
Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup
Setup Utility.
Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn BIOS ROM
System board
System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn DIMM
System board
Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn DIMM
System board
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System battery is dead - Replace and run Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup
Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System CMOS checksum bad - Default RTC battery
configuration used Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system
time, then reboot system.
System timer error RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system
System board
Real time clock error RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system
System board
Previous boot incomplete - Default Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup
configuration used Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Memory size found by POST differed from Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup
CMOS Utility.
DIMM
System board
Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper
diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility
See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page
66.
Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP Check the drive is defined with the proper
diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility
System cache error - Cache disabled System board
CPU ID: System board
DMA Test Failed DIMM
System board
Software NMI Failed DIMM
System board
Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM
System board
Device Address Conflict Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup
Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Allocation Error for device Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup
Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM
BIOS ROM
System board
Fixed Disk n None
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Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM
System board
I/O device IRQ conflict Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup
Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Operating system not found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A:
are properly identified.
Diskette drive
Hard disk drive
System board
Error Message List
No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD Power source (battery pack and power
is blank. adapter). See “Power System Check” on page
67.
Ensure every connector is connected tightly
and correctly.
Reconnect the DIMM.
LED board.
System board.
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD Power source (battery pack and power
is blank. adapter). See “Power System Check” on page
67.
Reconnect the LCD connector
Hard disk drive
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD Inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD Reconnect the LCD connectors.
is blank. But you can see POST on an external LCD inverter ID
CRT. LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a Ensure every connector is connected tightly
blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST. and correctly.
System board
No beep during POST but system runs Speaker
correctly. System board
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Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
Code Beeps POST Routine Description
02h Verify Real Mode
03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)
04h Get CPU type
06h Initialize system hardware
08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values
09h Set IN POST flag
0Ah Initialize CPU registers
0Bh Enable CPU cache
0Ch Initialize caches to initial POST values
0Eh Initialize I/O component
0Fh Initialize the local bus IDE
10h Initialize Power Management
11h Load alternate registers with initial POST values
12h Restore CPU control word during warm boot
13h Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices
14h Initialize keyboard controller
16h 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum
17h Initialize cache before memory autosize
18h 8254 timer initialization
1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization
1Ch Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller
20h 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh
22h 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller
24h Set ES segment register to 4 GB
26h Enable A20 line
28h Autosize DRAM
29h Initialize POST Memory Manager
2Ah Clear 215 KB base RAM
2Ch 1-3-4-1 RAM failure on address line xxxx
2Eh 1-3-4-3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus
2Fh Enable cache before system BIOS shadow
30h 1-4-1-1 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of memory
bus
32h Test CPU bus-clock frequency
33h Initialize Phoenix Dispatch Manager
36h Warm start shut down
38h Shadow system BIOS ROM
3Ah Autosize cache
3Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers
3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values
42h Initialize interrupt vectors
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45h POST device initialization
46h 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 Initialize EISA board
52h Test keyboard
54h Set key click if enabled
58h 2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts
59h Initialize POST display service
5Ah Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”
5Bh Disable CPU cache
5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB
60h Test extended memory
62h Test extended memory address lines
64h Jump to User Patch1
66h Configure advanced cache registers
67h Initialize Multi Processor APIC
68h Enable external and CPU caches
69h Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area
6Ah Display external L2 cache size
6Bh Load custom defaults (optional)
6Ch Display shadow-area message
6Eh Display possible high address for UMB recovery
70h Display error messages
72h Check for configuration errors
76h Check for keyboard errors
7Ch Set up hardware interrupt vectors
7Eh Initialize coprocessor if present
80h Disable onboard Super I/O ports and IRQs
81h Late POST device initialization
82h Detect and install external RS232 ports
83h Configure non-MCD IDE controllers
84h Detect and install external parallel ports
85h Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices
86h Re-initialize onboard I/O ports
87h Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional)
88h Initialize BIOS Area
89h Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs)
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8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area
8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse
8Ch Initialize floppy controller
8Fh Determine number of ATA drives (optional)
90h Initialize hard-disk controllers
91h Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers
92h Jump to UserPatch2
93h Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards
95h Install CD ROM for boot
96h Clear huge ES segment register
97h Fixup Multi Processor table
98h 1-2 Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on
checksum failure.
99h Check for SMART drive (optional)
9Ah Shadow option ROMs
9Ch Set up Power Management
9Dh Initialize security engine (optional)
9Eh Enable hardware interrupts
9Fh Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives
A0h Set time of day
A2h Check key lock
A4h Initialize Typematic rate
A8h Erase F2 prompt
AAh Scan for F2 key stroke
ACh Enter SETUP
AEh Clear Boot flag
B0h Check for errors
B2h POST done- prepare to boot operating system
B4h 1 One short beep before boot
B5h Terminate QuietBoot (optional)
B6h Check password (optional)
B9h Prepare Boot
BAh Initialize DMI parameters
BBh Initialize PnP Option ROMs
BCh Clear parity checkers
BDh Display MultiBoot menu
BEh Clear screen (optional)
BFh Check virus and backup reminders
C0h Try to boot with INT 19
C1h Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM)
C2h Initialize error logging
C3h Initialize error display function
C4h Initialize system error handler
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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
E0h Initialize the chipset
E1h Initialize the bridge
E2h Initialize the CPU
E3h Initialize the system timer
E4h Initialize system I/O
E5h Check force recovery boot
E6h Checksum BIOS ROM
E7h Go to BIOS
E8h Set Huge Segment
E9h Initialize Multi Processor
EAh Initialize OEM special code
EBh Initialize PIC and DMA
ECh Initialize Memory type
EDh Initialize Memory size
EEh Shadow Boot Block
EFh System memory test
F0h Initialize interrupt vectors
F1h Initialize Run Time Clock
F2h Initialize video
F3h Initialize System Management Mode
F4h 1 Output one beep before boot
F5h Boot to Mini DOS
F6h Clear Huge Segment
F7h Boot to Full DOS
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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message
LCD-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

LCD backlight doesn't work Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup
LCD is too dark Default Settings”, then reboot system.
LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Reconnect the LCD connectors.
LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function
key doesn't work).
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
Unreadable LCD screen Reconnect the LCD connector
Missing pels in characters LCD inverter ID
Abnormal screen LCD cable
Wrong color displayed LCD inverter
LCD
System board
LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines LCD inverter ID
displayed. LCD inverter
LCD cable
LCD
System board
Indicator-Related Symptoms

Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but Reconnect the inverter board
system runs correctly Inverter board
System board
Power-Related Symptoms

Power shuts down during operation Power source (battery pack and power
adapter). See “Power System Check” on page
67.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesn’t power-on. Power source (battery pack and power
67.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
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The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power
67.
Hold and press the power switch for more than
4 seconds.
System board
Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 67.
Battery pack
System board
PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly
System board
PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly
Memory-Related Symptoms

Memory count (size) appears different from Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load
actual size. Default Settings, then reboot system.
DIMM
System board
Speaker-Related Symptoms

In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound Audio driver
comes from the computer. Speaker
System board
Internal speakers make noise or emit no Speaker
sound. System board
Power Management-Related Symptoms

The system will not enter hibernation See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 34
Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard)
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't enter hibernation mode Press Fn+o and see if the computer enters
and four short beeps every minute. hibernation mode.
Touchpad
Keyboard
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
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The system doesn’t enter standby mode after See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 34.
closing the LCD LCD cover switch
System board
The system doesn't resume from hibernation See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 34.
mode. Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't resume from standby See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 34.
mode after opening the LCD. LCD cover switch
System board
Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2
higher than 90%. hours.
Refresh battery (continue use battery until
power off, then charge battery).
Battery pack
System board
System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.
Hard disk connection board
System board
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Peripheral-Related Symptoms

System configuration does not match the Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load
installed devices. Default Settings”, then reboot system.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.
External display does not work correctly. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display
switching
System board
USB does not work correctly System board
Print problems. Ensure the “Parallel Port” in the “Onboard
Devices Configuration” of BIOS Setup Utility is
set to Enabled.
Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board
Serial or parallel port device problems. Ensure the “Serial Port” in the Devices
Configuration” of BIOS Setup Utility is set to
Enabled.
Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect the keyboard cable.
Keyboard
System board
Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board
Modem-Related Symptoms

Internal modem does not work correctly. Modem phone port
modem combo board
System board
NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined
Problems” on page 82.
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Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a
hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement
should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following:
1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.
3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.
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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
System Check” on page 67):
1. Power-off the computer.
2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.
3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:
z Non-Acer devices
z Printer, mouse, and other external devices
z Battery pack
z Hard disk drive
z DIMM
z CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
z PC Cards
4. Power-on the computer.
5. Determine if the problem has changed.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:
z System board
z LCD assembly
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Chapter 5
Jumper and Connector Locations

Top View
Aspire8930 M/B layout and connector location

TOP view
1 CN1 LCM Cable CNTR
2 CN6 Power Board FFC CNTR
5 CN4 Power Cable CNTR
6 U6 South Bridge
7 CN12 I/O Board CNTR
9 CN14 MDC CNTR
10 CN13 BT Cable CNTR
11 CN11 Touch Pad FFC CNTR
12 CN9 Media consle Board CNTR
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Bottom View
Bottom view
1 CN501 Battery CNTR
2 CN502 CPU Socket
3 CN500 FAN Cable CNTR
4 Jack500 RJ45
5 CN503 VGA Port
6 CN507 HDMI Port
7 CN511 HDMI Port
8 CN514 USB Port
9 CN515 USB Port
10 Jack501 SPDIF
11 Jack502 MIC jack
12 Jack503 Line in jack
14 U510 North Bridge
15 CN516 HDD Socket
16 CN517 HDD Socket
17 CN505/506 DIMM Socket
18 CN512 ODD CNTR
21 CN509 VGA Card Socket
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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 8930. 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. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a
DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use
the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer
machines.
NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or
regulations on how to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to
return it.
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Aspire 8930 Exploded Diagram
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Aspire 8930 FRU List
Accessory
Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No.

REMOTE CONTROLLER FOMOSA21 RT.22700.008
RC804V-B EU
RC804V-B TC
RC804V-B SC
RC804V-B EN
WISTRON ACER XPRESS CARD PHONE LC.VIP00.014
KIT REV 2.0
EXTERNAL ANTENNA SET 25.AAMVN.004
Adapter

ADAPTER 90W 3PINS DELTA ADP-90SB AP.09001.013
BBEA 1.7X5.5X11 LF LEVEL4
ADAPTER 90W LITE-ON PA-1900-24AR AP.09003.011
BLUE 1.7X5.5X11 LF LEVEL4
ADAPTER 90W HIPRO HPOL093B13P AP.0900A.001
BLUE 1.7X5.5X11 LF LEVEL4
Battery

BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SANYO AS- BT.00803.024
2007B 4S2P 4800MAH
BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SONY AS-2007B BT.00804.020
4S2P 4800MAH
BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL PANASONIC AS- BT.00805.011
2007B 4S2P 4800MAH
BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SIMPLO AS- BT.00807.015
2007B 4S2P 4800MAH
Board

WIRELESS LAN BOARD 512AN_MMWG KI.SPM01.003
SHIRLEY PEAK 5100 MM#895361
WIRELESS LAN BOARD 533AN_MMWG KI.SPM01.001

SHIRLEY PEAK MM#895362
BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BT.21100.005

BCM2045 V2 T60H928.11
100 Chapter 6
MODEM BOARD MDC 1.5 FOXCONN FX.22500.023
T60M951.36 (AGERE 1.5_ 3.3V)
AUSTRALIA APPROVED
TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM-00372-012 56.APQ0N.001
POWER BUTTON BOARD 55.ASY0N.002
HOTKEY BOARD 55.AP50N.001
TOUCHPAD BUTTON BAORD 55.ASY0N.001
I/O BOARD 55.ASY0N.003
USB BOARD W/O TV CABLE 55.AP50N.005

LED BOARD RIGHT 55.AP50N.006
LED BOARD LEFT 55.AP50N.007
FINGER PRINT BOARD 55.APQ0N.001
MEDIA BOARD MODULE 55.APQ0N.005
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USB BOARD WITH TV CABLE 55.AP30N.001
TV TUNER MINI CARD AVERMEDIA DVB- TU.23100.014

T A309 REV 1.0
TV TUNER MINI CARD AVERMEDIA DVB- TU.23100.010
T A310 REV 1.0
FLASH MODULE 4GB INTEL KF.4GB0N.002

NVCPEMWR004G2 LF
FLASH MODULE 2GB INTEL KF.2GB0N.002
NVCPEMWR002G2 LF
MSI VGA Card nVidia NB9P-GS GDDRIII VG.9PG06.006

512M 800MHz 32*32 MXM II w/ HDCP w/
Intersil PowerIC w/DP support Ver. A3
Yuan VGA Card nVidia NB9P-GS GDDRIII VG.9PG0Y.005
512M 800MHz 32*32 MXM II w/ HDCP w/
MPS PowerIC w/DP support Ver. A3
MSI VGA Card nVidia 9EGEH GDDRIII VG.9EG06.001
512M 800MHz 32*32 MXM III w/ HDCP
Cable

POWER CORD 3PIN USA 27.AAMVN.001
POWER CORD 3PIN EUR 27.AAMVN.002
POWER CORD 3PIN SOUTH AFRICA 27.AAMVN.008
POWER CORD 3PIN DENMARK 27.AAMVN.010
POWER CORD ISRAEL 27.AAMVN.011
POWER CORD 3PIN ITALIAN 27.AAMVN.009
POWER CORD 3PIN UK 27.AAMVN.004
POWER CORD 3PIN SWISS 27.AAMVN.006
POWER CORD AUSTRALIA W/LABEL 27.AAMVN.003
POWER CORD 3PIN CHINA 27.AAMVN.005
POWER CORD SOUTH AFRICA (AIL) 27.AAMVN.007
POWER CORD 3PIN USA 27.AAMVN.001
POWER CORD 3PIN TAIWAN 27.APQ0N.001
POWER CORD 2PIN JAPAN 27.APQ0N.002
POWER CORD 3PIN ARGENTINA 27.TNX0N.001
HOTKEY BOARD CABLE 50.AP50N.001
POWER BUTTON BOARD CABLE 50.AP50N.002
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TOUCH BUTTON BOARD CABLE 50.ASY0N.001
MEDIA BOARD CABLE 50.AP50N.004
USB BOARD CABLE 50.ASY0N.002
TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.AP50N.006
DC-IN CABLE 50.AP50N.007
BLUETOOTH BOARD CABLE 50.AP50N.008
MODEM CABLE 50.AP50N.009
MODEM CABLE WITH RJ11 50.AP50N.010
FINGER PRINT BOARD CABLE 50.APQ0N.001
LCD/CAMERA CABLE 18.4" WUXGA/ 50.AP50N.011

WXGA+
LCD/CAMERA CABLE 18.4" WUXGA/ 50.AP50N.011
WXGA+
LCD/CAMERA CABLE 18.4" WXGA+ 50.AP50N.012
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Camra

CAMERA 0.3M SUYIN 57.APQ0N.001
CAMERA 0.3M BISON BN30V4O7-010 57.ASY0N.001
CAMERA 1.0M SUYIN CN1014-S36B- 57.ASY0N.002
OV01
CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY

TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33.ASY0N.001
UNILOAD COVER 42.AP50N.002
UNILOAD COVER FOR 2ND HDD WITH 42.ASY0N.002

12.5MM
MINI DUMMY CARD 42.AP50N.003
SD DUMMY CARD 42.APQ0N.009
LOWER CASE WITH TV PORT 60.AT20N.001
LOWER CASE W/O TV PORT 60.ASY0N.001
UPPER CASE WITH FINGERPRINT HOLE 60.ASY0N.002
MIDDLE COVER 42.ASY0N.001
SUPER-MULTI BEZEL 42.APQ0N.004
BD COMBO BEZEL 42.APQ0N.005
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OPTICAL BRACKET 33.AAMVN.002
VGA BRACKET BOTTOM 33.AP70N.001
VGA BRACKET TOP 33.APQ0N.003
VGA BRACKET BOTTOM 33.AKE0N.005
LCD COVER 18.4" 60.AP50N.005
LCD BEZEL 18.4" 60.ASY0N.003
LCD BRACKET RIGHT 33.AP50N.001
LCD BRACKET LEFT 33.AP50N.002
HINGE COVER ASSEMBLY LEFT 42.APQ0N.007
HINGE COVER ASSEMBLY RIGHT 42.APQ0N.006
KENSINGTON BRACKET 33.APQ0N.006
HALF MINI-CARD BRACKET 33.TQP0N.002
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CPU/PROCESSOR

CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P7350 PGA KC.73501.DPP
2.0G 3M 1066 25W
2.26G 3M 1066 25W
2.4G 1066 25W 3M
2.53G 6M 1066 25W
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T9400 PGA KC.94001.DTP
2.53G 6M 1066 35W
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T9600 PGA KC.96001.DTP
2.8G 6M 1066 35W
DVD RW DRIVE

ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7MM TRAY DL KO.0020E.002
2X BC-5500S LF W/O BEZEL SATA
ODD PIONEER SUPER-MULTI DRIVE KU.00805.044
12.7MM TRAY DL 8X DVR-TD08RS LF W/
O BEZEL SATA
ODD SONY SUPER-MULTI DRIVE KU.0080E.017
12.7MM TRAY DL 8X AD-7580S LF W/O
BEZEL SATA
ODD PLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM KU.0080F.001
TRAY DL 8X DS-8A2S LF W/O BEZEL
SATA
FAN

FAN 23.AP50N.001
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HDD/HARD DISK DRIVER

HDD 120GB SATA 5400RPM SEAGATE KH.12001.032
ST9120817AS CORSAIR LF F/W:3.AAA
HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA KH.12004.008
MK1252GSX LF F/W:LV010J
HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA HGST KH.12007.016
HTS543212L9A300 LF F/W:C40C
HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA WD KH.12008.019
WD1200BEVS-22UST0 ML125 LF F/
W:01.01A01
HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE KH.16001.034
ST9160310AS CORSAIR LF F/W:30303
WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO ML160 LF F/
W:11.01A11
ST9250827AS CORSAIR LF F/W:3.AAA
WD2500BEVS-22UST0 ML125 LFF/
W:01.01A01
ST9320320AS LF F/W:0303
ST9320320AS LF F/W:0303
WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML160 LF F/
W:11.01A11
HDD500GB 5400RPM SATA HGST KH.50007.007
HTS545050KTA300 LF F/W:C60G
HEATSINK

VGA HEATSINK 60.AP70N.001
VGA HEATSINK 60.AP50N.006
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VGA HEATSINK FINGER 33.APQ0N.002
CPU HEATSINK 60.AP50N.003
CPU HEATSINK FINGER 33.AP50N.003
INVERTER

INVERTER BOARD TDK-TBD489NR 19.AP50N.001
INVERTER BOARD TDK-TBD489NR 19.AP50N.001
KEYBOARD

KEYBOARD 17_18KB-FV1 88KS BLACK KB.INT00.297
US INTERNATIONAL (GLOSSY)
US INTERNATIONAL HEBREW (GLOSSY)
UK (GLOSSY)
TURKISH (GLOSSY)
THAILAND (GLOSSY)
SWISS/G (GLOSSY)
SWEDISH (GLOSSY)
SPANISH (GLOSSY)
SLOVAK (GLOSSY)
SLO/CRO (GLOSSY)
RUSSIAN (GLOSSY)
PORTUGUESE (GLOSSY)
POLISH (GLOSSY)
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NORWEGIAN (GLOSSY)
LUXEMBOURGISH (GLOSSY)
KOREAN (GLOSSY)
JAPANESE (GLOSSY)
ITALIAN (GLOSSY)
ISRAEL (GLOSSY)
IRISH (GLOSSY)
HUNGARIAN (GLOSSY)
GREEK (GLOSSY)
GERMAN (GLOSSY)
FRENCH (GLOSSY)
FINNISH (GLOSSY)
DUTCH (GLOSSY)
DANISH (GLOSSY)
CZECH (GLOSSY)
TRADITIONAL CHINESE (GLOSSY)
CANADIAN FRENCH (GLOSSY)
BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE (GLOSSY)
BELGIUM (GLOSSY)
ARABIC/ENGLISH (GLOSSY)
ARABIC/FRENCH (GLOSSY)
NORDIC (GLOSSY)
ENGLISH/CANADIAN FRENCH (GLOSSY)
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LCM

LCD MODULE 18.4" WUXGA GLARE W/ 6M.AP50N.002
ANTENNA &CCD 0.3M
LCD MODULE 18.4" WXGA+ GLARE W/ 6M.AP50N.001
ANTENNA &CCD 0.3M
LCD 18.4" WXGA+ SAMSUNG LK.18406.002
LTN184KT01-A01 GLARE LF 220NIT 8MS
800:1
MIAN BOARD

MAINBOARD AS8930G INTEL PM45 ICH9 MB.ASZ0B.001
LF
MEMORY

SO-DIMM 1GB DDRIII1066 MICRON KN.1GB04.003
MT8JSF12864HY-1G1D1 LF
SO-DIMM 1GB DDRIII1066 ELPIDA KN.1GB09.009
EBJ11UE6BAU0-AE-E LF
SO-DIMM 1GB DDRIII1066 SAMSUNG KN.1GB0B.019
M471B2874DZ1-CF8 LF
SO-DIMM 1GB DDRIII1066 HYNIX KN.1GB0G.019
HMT112S6AFP6C-G7N0 LF
SO-DIMM 2GB DDRIII1066 MICRON KN.2GB04.004
MT16JSF25664HY-1G1D1 LF
SO-DIMM 2GB DDRIII1066 ELPIDA KN.2GB09.002
EBJ21UE8BAU0-AE-E LF 128*8 0.07um
SO-DIMM 2GB DDRIII1066 SAMSUNG KN.2GB0B.005
M471B5673DZ1-CF8 LF
SO-DIMM 2GB DDRIII1066 HYNIX KN.2GB0G.009
HMT125S6AFP8C-G7N0 LF
MISCELLANEOUS

HDD INSULATOR 47.ASY0N.001
HDD INSULATOR FOR 2ND HDD WITH 47.ASY0N.002

12.5MM
VGA BOARD INSULATOR 47.AKE0N.002
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LCD CHUSION 47.APQ0N.001
ANTENNA LEFT 50.ASY0N.003
ANTENNA RIGHT 50.ASY0N.004
MICROPHONE 23.ASY0N.001
LCD RUBBER 47.ASY0N.003
SCREW

SCREW I M2 6MM M 4.5MM 0.8MM PHIL 86.APQ0N.004
BK PATCH
SCREW M2.5X0.45 86.APQ0N.001
SCREW I M2.5 3MM M 4.5MM 0.8MM NI 86.AP50N.001
PATCH
SCREW BNI PAT 86.TLT0N.002
SCREW PAN M2*0.4 6.0MM MACH 3.0MM 86.AP50N.002
0.7MM CROSS NI
SCREW 86.TCXVN.006
SCREW 86.AAMVN.001
SPEAKER

SPEAKER SET W/ SUB-WOOFER 23.AP50N.002
SPEAKER SET (FRONT) 23.AP50N.003
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SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear

Platform and memory

Display and graphics

Aspire8930 M/B layout and connector location

No. Icon Item Description

Closed Front View

No. Icon Item Description

3 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control.

No. Icon Item Description

2 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line.

3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.

4 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor,

9 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player,

No. Icon Item Description

2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.

No. Icon Item Description

No. Icon Item Description

5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.

6 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.

No. Icon Item Description

2 Battery Indicates the computer’s battery status.

3 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.

4 Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.

5 Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.

No. Icon Item Description

4 Mail Email application (user-Programmable)

5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

Lock key Description

Hotkey Icon Function Description

<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer

<Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer

<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

Volume up Increases the sound volume.

Volume down Decrease the sound volume.

<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.

The Euro symbol

The US dollar sign

To launch Acer Empowering Technology:

To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications:

Using power plans

To create a new power plan:

To switch between power plans:

To edit a power plan:

To delete a power plan:

For more information, please refer to “Acer eRecovery Management”

Second Level Cache

Hard Disk Drive Interface

Express Card Interface

System Board Major Chips

Pack capacity 4800 mAH

Number of battery cell 8 cell

Package configuration 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel

Normal voltage 14.8V