Aspire 8735/8735G/8735ZG Series Service Guide

Aspire 8735/8735G/8735ZG 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:
Platform
Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology, featuring:
• Intel® Core™2 Duo processor T9550 (6 MB L2 cache, 2.66 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB, 35 W), or P7350/
P7450/P7550/P8600/P8700/P8800 (3 MB L2 cache, 2/2.13/2.26/2.40/2.53/2.66 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB,
25 W), supporting Intel®64 architecture (for Aspire 8735/8735G)
• Intel® Core™2 Duo processor T6400/T6500/T6600 (2 MB L2 cache, 2/2.10/2.20 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 35
W), supporting Isupporting Intel®64 architecture (for Aspire 8735/8735G)
• Intel® Pentium® processor T4200/T4300/T4400 (1 MB L2 cache, 2/2.10/2.20 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 35
W), supporting Intel® 64 architecture (for Aspire 8735ZG)
• Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset*
• Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ network connection, featuring
MIMO technology, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with Nplify™3, 4 wireless technology
• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N*
• Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*
System Memory
• Dual-channel DDR3 SDRAM support
• Up to 2 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (for 64-bit
OS)
• Up to 1 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules (for 32-bit
OS)
Display and graphics

• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 18.4" Full HD 1920 x 1080 (for Aspire 8735G/8735ZG)
• 18.4" HD+ 1680 x 945 (for Aspire 8735/8735G/8735ZG)
• Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T*
• Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset (for Aspire 8735)
• NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 240M with up to 28157 MB of TurboCache™ (1024 MB of dedicated DDR3
VRAM, up to 1791 MB of shared system memory), supporting NVIDIA® CUDA™, PhysX™, PureVideo®
HD technology, OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range (HDR) technology, Shader Model 4.0, Microsoft®
DirectX® 10.1(for Aspire 8735G)
• NVIDIA® GeForce® G210M with up to 23037 MB of TurboCache™ (512 MB of dedicated DDR3 VRAM,
up to 1791 MB of shared system memory), supporting NVIDIA® CUDA™, PhysX™, PureVideo® HD
technology, OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range (HDR) technology, Shader Model 4.0, Microsoft® DirectX®
10.1 (for Aspire 8735G/8735ZG)
• NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS*
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• NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT*
Storage subsystem
• 2.5" hard disk drive
• Optical drive options:
•Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive*
•DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive*
• 6-in-1 card reader
Special keys and controls

• 105/106-key keyboard
• Touchpad pointing device
Audio
• Dolby®-optimized surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers and one subwoofer*
supporting low-frequency effects
• True5.1-channel surround sound output
• High-definition audio support
• S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers
• MS-Sound compatible
• Built-in microphone
Communication
• Acer Video Conference, featuring:
•Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam*
•Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone*
• WLAN:
•Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300*
•Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N*
•Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*
• WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)*
• LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready
• Modem: 56K ITU V.92; Wake-on-Ring ready
I/O Ports
• ExpressCard™/54 slot
• Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader*
• 6-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MMCplus™/MS/MS PRO/xD)
• USB 2.0 port
• HDMI™ port with HDCP support
• External display (VGA) port
• Consumer infrared (CIR) port
• RF-in jack*
• Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support
• Microphone-in jack
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• Line-in jack
• Ethernet (RJ-45) port
• Modem (RJ-11) 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: "*" "Only for certain models"
NOTE: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on
the model purchased.
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System Block Diagram
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Your Acer Notebook tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.
Front View
Icon Item Description

1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication.
webcam
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.
5/11 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of
the computer's functions and components.
6 Easy-launch Buttons for launching frequently used programs.
buttons
7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
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8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the
computer.
9 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer
mouse.
10 Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse
center* and right) buttons. *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection
fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control
function
(only for certain models).
12.1 VOL+/ Volume Up/Volume Increase system volume/decrease system volume.
VOL- Down
12.2 Acer MediaTouch For use with Acer Arcade and other media playing programs.
keys
13 Empowering key Launch Acer Empowering Technology
14 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
Closed Front View

1 6-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard
(MMC),MultiMediaCardplus (MMCplus™), 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.
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Left View
# Icon Item Description

1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections.

3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD
(VGA) port projector).
4 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.
port
5 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB
camera).
6 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player,
stereo walkman, mp3 player)
Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
Headphones/ Connects to audio line-out devices

speaker/line-out (e.g., speakers, headphones).
jack with
S/PDIF support
7 ExpressCard/54 Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.
slot
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Right View

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 Lights up when the optical drive is active.
indicator
4 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
button
5 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is
turned off.
Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject
hole to eject the optical drive tray when the
computer is off.
6 Modem Connects to a phone line.
(RJ-11) port
7 RF-in port Accepts input signals from digital TV-tuner devices.

(only for certain models)
8 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer
security lock.
Rear View
# Item Description
1 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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Bottom View

1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
3 Battery release Releases the battery for removal.

latch
4 Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws)
Secondary (only for certain models).
5 Subwoofer Emits low frequency sound output.
6 Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk
Main (secured with screws).
7 Memory Houses the computer's main memory.
compartment
8 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged
and cooling fan use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
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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.
Icon Function Description
HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is
active.
Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is

activated.
Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is
activated.
Power Indicates the computer's power
status.
Battery Indicates the computer's battery
status.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows
green when in AC mode.
Easy-Launch Buttons
Located beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are:
WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade 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.You can access the
Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.
Icon Function Description

Wireless communication Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status
button/indicator of wireless LAN communication.
(manufacturing option)
VOL+ Volume up Increases the sound volume.
VOL- Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
Bluetooth communication Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the
button/indicator status of Bluetooth communication.
(manufacturing option)
Acer Empowering Launch Acer Empowering Technology (user-
Technology programmable)
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Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons)
The following items show you how to use the touchpad with two-click buttons.
1 2 3
• Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the cursor.
• Press the left (2) and right (3) 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.
Function Left button (2) Right button (3) Main touchpad (1)
Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking
a mouse button).
Select Click once. Tap once.
Drag Click and hold, then use Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking
finger on the touchpad a mouse button); rest your finger on the touchpad
to drag the cursor. on the second tap and drag the cursor.
Access Click once.
context menu
NOTE: Illustrations for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.
NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to
finger movement; hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping harder will not increase
the touchpad's responsiveness.
NOTE: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad. It can be disabled under
Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel.
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Using the Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function
and special keys.
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

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

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are
in uppercase.
Num Lock When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys
<Fn> + <F11> function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /).
Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution
would be to connect an external keypad.
NOTE: <Fn> + <F11> works only for certain models.
Scroll Lock <Fn> + When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press
<F12> the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some
applications.
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters
located on the upper right corner of the key caps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols
are not printed on the keys.
Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off

Number keys on Type numbers in a normal manner.
embedded keypad
Cursor-control keys on Hold <Shift> while using cursor- Hold <Fn> while using cursor-
embedded keypad control keys. control keys.
Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing letters on Type the letters in a normal
embedded keypad. manner.
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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
key clicking on the Windows 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,
some shortcuts may not function as described.
Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right
key mouse button; it opens 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 screen
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.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume

<Fn> + < > Volume down Decreases the sound volume
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Special Key (only for certain models)
You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center
and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.
The Euro symbol

1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key 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 press < > 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 according to the language settings.
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Acer Empowering Technology
The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage
your new Acer system. Activated by pressing the Empowering 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 (only for certain models).
• Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans.
• Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption (only for certain
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 bottom of the active window.
Launching Acer Empowering Technology

To launch Acer Empowering Technology:
1. Press the Empowering Key to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop.
2. 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 a
desktop shortcut.
To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications:

1. On the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar, click the icon that corresponds to the application you want
to launch.
2. 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.
3. You may also run the application by selecting it from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in
the Start menu.
NOTE: You may also double-click or right-click to run Acer eAudio Management, and right-click to
run Acer ePower Management from the system tray.
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Empowering Technology password
You must set the Empowering Technology password to use the password protection feature of Acer
eRecovery Management to protect your data.
To set the Empowering Technology password:

1. Launch Acer eRecovery Management.
2. Click the Restore tab.
3. Click Password settings. The Empowering Technology Password Center dialogue box pops up.
4. Click Create a new password.
5. In the Create a New Password dialogue box, key in and confirm your password in the appropriate boxes.
Your password should have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 characters.
6. Enter a password hint that will help you remember your password.
7. Make sure the box Use for Acer eRecovery Management is checked.
8. Click OK to set the password.
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Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models)
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 audio output
from the speakers fitted to your system via Dolby Surround sound 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 of the 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.
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 Management utility, or right-click the Windows power icon in the
system tray and select Power Options.
You can also create customized power plans. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power
plans, as described below.
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. Move your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on the Acer Empowering
Technology toolbar. The quick menu appears.
Select the power plan you want to switch to.
2. You may also switch between power plans by launching the Acer ePower Management application.
Select the power plan you wish to switch to, then click Apply.
To edit a power plan:

Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness, CPU speed and Graphics
power mode (only for certain models).
1. Switch to the power plan you wish to edit.
2. Adjust settings as required.
3. Click Apply or Save to save your new settings.
NOTE: You can revert to the default settings of the predefined power plans by clicking the Restore button.
To delete a power plan:
You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using. The active power plan will mark with in upper
left corner of power plan icon. 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 this plan icon.
NOTE: You cannot delete the predefined power plans, but you can modify the settings of the predefined power
plans.
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Battery status
1. The quick menu shows the remaining battery life based on current usage.
2. You can also launch the Acer ePower Management application and refer to the Battery status panel
located just below the power plans.
3. Click the Battery tab to view remaining battery life, battery status, and remaining battery life in standby
and hibernate modes.
Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models)

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
Password. 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.
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If you set a different password to encrypt a file, but you forgot the encryption password, you can use the
Master Password to decrypt the file.
NOTE: The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose
the password, the Master Password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. If you lose both
passwords, there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file! Be sure to safeguard all related
passwords!
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.
Acer eRecovery Management provides you with:
• Backup:
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•Back up factory default to CD/DVD
•Back up drivers and applications to CD/DVD
•Create user backup
•Manage user backups
• Restore:
•Restore system to factory default
•Reinstall applications/drivers
•Restore system from user backup
•Password settings
To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management to protect your data, you must first set
the Empowering Technology password. To set the password, refer to the section "Empowering Technology
password".
For more information, please refer to"Acer eRecovery Management" on page 62 in the Acer System User's
Guide.
NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery
Management's Backup factory default to CD/DVD 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, set BIOS passwords and modify
boot options.
Acer eSettings Management also:
• Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation.
• Prints and saves hardware specifications.
• Lets you set an asset tag for your system.
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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, volume, power plan, wireless networking on/off, external display settings,
synchronization status and presentation settings.
Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on
or off, Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.
To launch Windows Mobility Center:
q Use the shortcut key < > + <X>.
q Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel.

q Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu.
q Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking in the system tray and select Windows Mobility
Center.
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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.
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 (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display
compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.
Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.
AcerGridVista is simple 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.
3. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
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NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's
recommended value.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
Item Specification
CPU type ®
Intel Core™2Duo processor T9550 (6 MB L2 cache, 2.66 GHz,
1066 MHz FSB, 35 W), or P7350/P7450/P7550/P8600/P8700/P8800
(3 MB L2 cache, 2/2.13/2.26/2.40/2.53/2.66 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB, 25
W), supporting Intel®64 architecture (for Aspire 8735/8735G)
Intel® Core™2 Duo processor T6400/T6500/T6600 (2 MB L2 cache,
2/2.10/2.20 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 35 W), supporting Isupporting
Intel®64 architecture (for Aspire 8735/8735G)
Intel® Pentium® processor T4200/T4300/T4400 (1 MB L2 cache, 2/
2.10/2.20 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 35 W), supporting Intel® 64
architecture (for Aspire 8735ZG)
Core logic Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
CPU package 478-pin micro-FCPGA
CPU core voltage 1.0375V to 1.3V
CPU Fan True Value Table
DTS(degree C) Fan Speed (rpm) Acoustic Level (dBA)

45-50 0-3000 29
55-66 0-3300 33
68-74 3300-3800 38
78-83 3800-4100 40
86-91 4100-4800 40
Throttling 50%: On= 99 ° C; OFF=93 ° C
OS shut down at 105 ° C; H/W shot down at 110 ° .C

BIOS
Item Specification
BIOS vendor Phoenix
BIOS Version 1.04c
System Memory
Item Specification
Memory controller Built-in
Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory)
DIMM socket number 2 sockets
Supports memory size per socket 2048MB
Supports maximum memory size 4G for 64bit OS (with two 2GB SODIMM)
2G for 32bit OS (with two 1GB SODIMM)
Supports DIMM type DDR 3 Synchronous DRAM
Supports DIMM Speed 1066 MHz
Supports DIMM voltage 1.8V and 0.9V
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System Memory
Item Specification
Supports DIMM package 200-pin soDIMM
Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as
they match the above specifications.
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. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be
reversed.
Item Specification
LAN Chipset Broadcom BCM5764
Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Mbps
LAN connector type RJ45
LAN connector location Left side
Features Integrated 10/100 BASE-T transceiver
Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0
PCI v2.2
Bluetooth Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300/FOXCONN
BCM2045 V2
Data throughput 723 bps (full speed data rate)
Protocol Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG
specification is ratified).
Interface USB 1.1
Connector type USB
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Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n
Item Specification
Chipset Lan Intel WLAN 533AN_MMWG Shirley Peak/Foxconn
Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ralink RT2700E 1x2 BGN
Data throughput 11~54 Mbps, up to 270 Mbps for Draft-N
Protocol 802.11b+g, Draft-N
Interface PCI bus (mini PCI socket for wireless module)
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
Vendor & WD1600BEVT- SEAGATE SATA WD WD3200BEVT- HDD WD 2.5"
Model Name 22ZCT0 ST9250827AS 22ZCT0 ML125 5400rpm 500GB
HITACHI TOSHIBA WD5000BEVT-
HTS541616J9SA00 MK2546GSX LF 22ZAT0 ML250
LF HGST SATA LF F/
SEAGATE SATA HTS542525K9SA00 W:01.01A01
ST9160827AS LF
TOSHIBA WD WD2500BEVS-
MK1646GSX LF 22UST0 ML125
Capacity 160000 250000 320000 500000
(MB)
Bytes per 512 512 N/A N/A
sector
Data heads 3/4 4 N/A N/A
Drive Format
Disks 2 2 N/A N/A
Spindle 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM
speed
(RPM)
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB
Interface SATA SATA SATA SATA
Max. media 540 540 850 3.0 GB/s (Max.)
transfer rate Buffer to Host
(disk-buffer,
Mbytes/s)
DC Power Requirements
Voltage 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5%
tolerance
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Optical Disc Drive
Item Specification
Vendor & model name TOSHIBA SUPER-MULTI DRIVE DL 8X TS-L633A LF
PIONEER SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 8X DVR-TD08RS LF
PANASONIC SUPER-MULTI DRIVE DL 8X UJ-870A LF
HLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE TRAY DL 8X GSA-T50N LF
SONY SUPER-MULTI DRIVE DL 8X AD-7560S LF
PLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE DL 8X DS-8A2S LF
Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained: Sustained:
Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Max 10.08Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB
Interface SATA
Applicable disc format Applicable disc format
CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD (multi-session), Video
CD, Cd-Extra (CD+), CD-text
DVD: DVD-VIDEO, DVD-ROM, DVD-R (3.9GB, 4.7GB) DVD-R DL,
DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW
CD:
CD-DA (Red Book) - Standard Audio CD & CD-TEXT
CD-ROM (Yellow Book Mode1 & 2) - Standard Data
CD-ROM XA (Mode2 Form1 & 2) - Photo CD, Multi-Session
CD-I (Green Book, Mode2 Form1 & 2, Ready, Bridge)
CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Audio & Text/Video
Video-CD (White Book) - MPEG1 Video
CD-R (Orange Book Part)
CD-RW & HSRW (Orange Book Part Volume1 & Volume 2
Super Audio CD (SACD) Hybrid type
US & US+ RW
DVD:
DVD-ROM (Book 1.02), DVD-Dual
DVD-Video (Book 1.1)
DVD-R (Book 1.0, 3.9G)
DVD-R (Book 2.0, 4.7G) - General & Authoring
DVD+R (Version 1.0)
DVD+RW
DVD-RW (Non CPRM & CPRM)
DVD°”R Dual
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)
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Blu-Ray Disc Drive
Item Specification
Vendor & model name SONY BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 2X BC-5500S LF
Performance With CD Disc With DVD Disc With Blu-ray Disc
Specification
Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained: Sustained: Sustained:
Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Max 10.08Mbytes/sec Max 11 Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB 4.5 MB
Interface SATA
Applicable disc format Applicable disc format
CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD (multi-session), Video CD, Cd-
Extra (CD+), CD-text
DVD: DVD-VIDEO, DVD-ROM, DVD-R (3.9GB, 4.7GB) DVD-R DL, DVD-RW,
DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW
CD:
CD-DA (Red Book) - Standard Audio CD & CD-TEXT
CD-ROM (Yellow Book Mode1 & 2) - Standard Data
CD-ROM XA (Mode2 Form1 & 2) - Photo CD, Multi-Session
CD-I (Green Book, Mode2 Form1 & 2, Ready, Bridge)
CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Audio & Text/Video
Video-CD (White Book) - MPEG1 Video
CD-R (Orange Book Part)
CD-RW & HSRW (Orange Book Part Volume1 & Volume 2
Super Audio CD (SACD) Hybrid type
US & US+ RW
DVD:
DVD-ROM (Book 1.02), DVD-Dual
DVD-Video (Book 1.1)
DVD-R (Book 1.0, 3.9G)
DVD-R (Book 2.0, 4.7G) - General & Authoring
DVD+R (Version 1.0)
DVD+RW
DVD-RW (Non CPRM & CPRM)
DVD+/-R Dual
Blu-Ray:
BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL
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 ALC888s Azalia
Audio onboard or optional Built-in
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Audio Interface
Item Specification
Mono or Stereo Stereo
Resolution 18 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/2.1 (2W speakers)
Video Memory
Item Specification
Chipset Aspire 8735:
• Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Aspire 8735G/8735ZG:
• NVIDIA® GeForce® GT240M
• NVIDIA® GeForce® G210M
Memory size 1024M/512M GDDR3/
USB
Item Specification
Chipset ICH9M/IC NB RS780MN 216-06
USB Compliancy Level 2.0
OHCI USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller
Number of USB port 3
Location Two on the right side/one on the front
Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
System Board Major Chips
Item Controller
Core logic Mobile Intel® GM945/PM945 + ICH9M Express Chipset
USB 2.0 Intel ICH9M
Super I/O controller N/A
MODEM Lite-On Conexant -Unizion 1.5_3.3v AUS RD02-D330
Bluetooth Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300/FOXCONN
BCM2045 V2
Wireless 802.11 b/g/n Lan Intel WLAN 533AN_MMWG Shirley Peak/Foxconn
Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ralink RT2700E 1x2 BGN
6 in 1 Card Reader Realtek USB Card Reader
Audio Codec Realtek ALC888s Azalia
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Keyboard
Item Specification
Keyboard controller NS PC97541V
Total number of keypads 105/106-key keyboard
Windows logo key Yes
Internal & external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes
simultaneously
Battery
Item Specification
Vendor SONY/Sanyo
Battery Type Li-ion
Pack capacity 8 cell 4800mAh
Number of battery cell 8
Package configuration 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel
LCD 18.4” inch
Item Specification
Vendor & model name CMO/Samsung
Screen Diagonal (mm) 18.4 inches
Display resolution (pixels) 18.4" Full HD 1920 x 1080/18.4" HD+ 1680 x 945
Pixel Pitch 0.204 x 0.204
Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical Stripe
Display Mode Normally White
Typical White Luminance (NIT) 220
also called Brightness
Luminance Uniformity 1.25 max.
Contrast Ratio 400 typical
Response Time msec 8
Nominal Input Voltage VDD +3.3V
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left 45/45
Vertical: Upper/Lower 15/35
Temperature Range( ° C)
Operating 0 to +50
Storage (shipping) -40 to +60
AC Adaptor
Item Specification
Input 100-240V~ 1.5A, 50-60Hz/
Output 19V 4.74A 90W
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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 F2 during POST (when “Press <F2> to enter Setup” message is prompted
on the bottom of screen).
Press F2 to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to “disabled”. If you 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.
Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

Information Main Security Boot Exit
C P U Ty p e : Intel (R) Core (TM)2 Duo CPU T8400 @ 2.26 GHz

CPU Speed: 2.26GHz
IDE0 Model Name: XXXXXXXXXXX-(XX)
IDE0 Serial Number: XXXXXXXX
IDE1 Serial Number:: XXXXXXXX
ATA P I M o d e l N a m e : XXXXXXXXXXX-XXX XX-XXXX-(XX)
S y s t e m B I O S Ve r s i o n : VX.XX
V G A B I O S Ve r s i o n : XX-XXX XXXXXX.XXX.XXX.XXX.XXXXXX
K B C Ve r s i o n : XX.XX
Serial Number: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
A s s e t Ta g N u m b e r : None
Product Name: Aspire 8730G
Manufacturer Name: Acer
UUID: XXXxXxXX-xXxX-XXxx-xXXx-xXXxXXxXxxXX
F1 Help Select Item -/+ C h a n g e Va l u e s F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
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Navigating the BIOS Utility
There are five menu options: Information, Main, Security, Boot, and Exit.
Follow these instructions:
• To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys.
• To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys.
• To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6.
• A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press Enter to expand this item.
• Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.
• In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing F9. You can also press F10 to save any
changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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.
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Information
The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.

C P U Ty p e : Intel (R) Core (TM)2 Duo CPU T8400 @ 2.26 GHz

CPU Speed: 2.26GHz
IDE0 Serial Number: XXXXXXXX
IDE1 Serial Number:: XXXXXXXX
ATA P I M o d e l N a m e : XXXXXXXXXXX-XXX XX-XXXX-(XX)
S y s t e m B I O S Ve r s i o n : VX.XX
V G A B I O S Ve r s i o n : XX-XXX XXXXXX.XXX.XXX.XXX.XXXXXX
K B C Ve r s i o n : XX.XX
Serial Number: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
A s s e t Ta g N u m b e r : None
Product Name: Aspire 8730G
Manufacturer Name: Acer
UUID: XXXxXxXX-xXxX-XXxx-xXXx-xXXxXXxXxxXX

NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.
Parameter Description
CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system.
CPU Speed This field shows the speed of the CPU.
IDE0 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master.
IDE0 Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master.
IDE1 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on secondary IDE master.
IDE1 Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on secondary IDE master.
ATAPI Model Name This field shows the model name of the Optical device installed in the system.
System BIOS Version Displays system BIOS version.
VGA BIOS Version 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 Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) is an identifier standard used in software construction,
standardized by the Open Software Foundation (OSF) as part of the Distributed
Computing Environment (DCE).
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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.
Aspire 8730/8730Z Series:
Item Specific Help

S y s t e m Ti m e : [10:10:10]
System Date: [12/02/2008]
< Ta b > , < S h i f t - Ta b > , o r
System Memory: 640 KB <Enter> selects field.
Extended Memory: 4061 MB
Vi d e o M e m o r y : 1024 MB
Quiet Boot: [Enabled]

Network Boot: [Enabled]
F12 Boot Menu: [Disabled]
D2D Recovery: [Enabled]
S ATA M o d e [AHCI]

Aspire 8530 Series:

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Item Specific Help

S y s t e m Ti m e : [10:10:10]
System Date: [12/02/2008]
< Ta b > , < S h i f t - Ta b > , o r
To t a l M e m o r y : 2048 KB <Enter> selects field.
Vi d e o M e m o r y : 512 MB
Quiet Boot: [Enabled]

Network Boot: [Enabled]
F12 Boot Menu: [Disabled]
D2D Recovery: [Enabled]
S ATA M o d e [AHCI]

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 displayed Format: HH:MM:SS
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
Total Memory This field reports the total memory size of the
system. For Aspire 8530 Series only.
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.
Quiet Boot Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or Option: Enabled or Disabled
not; shows Summary Screen 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.
Network Boot Enables, disables the system boot from LAN Option: Enabled or Disabled
(remote server).
F12 Boot Menu Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Option: Disabled or Enabled
D2D Recovery Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The Option: Enabled or Disabled
function allows the user to create a hidden
partition on hard disc drive to store operation
system and restore the system to factory
defaults.
SATA Mode Control the mode in which the SATA controller Option: AHCI or IDE
should operate.
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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Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.

Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password is: Clear
User Password is: Clear
HDD Password is: Clear Supervisor Password
controls access of the
Set Supervisor Password [Enter] w h o l e s e t u p u t i l i t y.
Set User Password [Enter] It can be used to boot
Set HDD Password [Enter] up when Password on
boot is enabled.
Password on Boot: [Disabled]

Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select Su b - M e n u F10 Save and Exit
NOTE: Please refer to “Remove HDD/BIOS Password” section if you need to know how to remove HDD/BIOS
Password.
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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 Option

Supervisor Password Is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set
User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set
HDD Password Is Shows the setting of the hard disk password. Clear or Set
Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor 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.
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 HDD Password Enter HDD Password.
Password on Boot Defines whether a password is required or not Disabled or Enabled
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.
Setting a Password
Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:
1. Use the “w” and “y” 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.
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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.
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.
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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 diskette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.

Item Specific Help

Boot priority order:
1: IDE0: XXXXXXXXXXX-(XX) U s e < > o r < > to
2: IDE1: XXXXXXXXXXX-XXX XX-XXXX-XX select a device, then
3: CD/DVD: Optiarc BD ROM BC-XXXXX-(X press <F6> to move it
4: PCI LAN: Network Boot up the list, or <F5>
5: USB HDD: to move it down the
6: USB FDD: list. Press <Esc> to
7: USB Key: escape the menu.
8: USB CD/DVD ROM:

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Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that confirmed or discard the changes made to the parameters in the
BIOS Setup Utility.

Item Specific Help

Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults Exit System Setup and
Discard Changes save your changes to
Save Changes CMOS.

Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select Su b - M e n u F10 Save and Exit
The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
Parameter Description
Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.
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 Flash 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 Flash utility.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Flash.
NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash 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 Flash.
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
This section provide you with a method of removing HDD password:
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 HDD_PW.EXE
1. Key in “hdd_pw 15494 0”
2. Select “2”
3. Choose one upper-case string
• Reboot system and key in “0KJFN42” or “UVEIQ96” to HDD user password.
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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
• Hex screwdriver
• Plastic flat screwdriver
• Plastic 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.
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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.
Disassembly Process
The disassembly process is divided into the following stages:
• External module disassembly
• Main unit disassembly
• LCD module disassembly
The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence.
Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. For example, if you
want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly
frame in that order.
Main Screw List
Item Screw Color Part No.

A M2 x L4 Black 86.00E34.738
B M2 x L4 Silver 86.9A552.4R0
C M2.5 x L6 Black 86.00E33.736
D M3 x L3 Silver 86.00E78.643
E M2 x L3 Silver 86.9A522.3R0
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External Module Disassembly Process
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
The flowchart below 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 main
board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
EXTERNAL MODULE DISASSEMBLY
TURN OFF POWER

AND PERIPHERALS
UNPLUG POWER
CABLES
REMOVE BATTERY
PACK
ExpressCard
SD DUMMY CARD
DUMMY CARD
Captive Screwx2
HDD 2
Captive Screwx9 Ax6 COVER
LOWER Bx1
COVER
HDD 2
MODULE
Bx1 Bx2*
Dx4
HDD 2 TV TUNER DIMM
MODULE BOARD MODULES HARD DISK HARD DISK
Bx1 BRACKET DRIVE
Bx1/Bx2* ODD
Dx4
MODULE
HARD DISK HARD DISK WLAN
BRACKET DRIVE BOARD
Bx2
OPTICAL DISK OPTICAL
DRIVE LOCKER
BRACKET
*Note: Aspire 8730/8730Z Series TV Tuner Board uses one screw (B). Aspire 8530 Series TV Tuner Board use latches.
Aspire 8730/8730Z Series WLAN Board uses one screw (B). Aspire 8530 Series WLAN Board uses two screws (B).
Screw List

A M2 x L4 Black 86.00E34.738
D M3 x L3 Silver 86.00E78.643
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Removing the Battery Pack
1. Turn base unit over.
2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position.
3. Slide the battery release latch to the release position to pop out the battery pack, then remove the battery
pack from the main unit.
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Removing the SD dummy card
1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.
2. Pull it out from the slot.
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Removing the ExpressCard dummy card
1. Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it.
2. Pull it out from the slot.
Removing the Lower Cover

1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 54.
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2. Remove the nine captive screws securing the lower cover.
3. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover.
4. Remove the lower cover from the lower case.
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Removing the DIMM
2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 56..
3. Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM.
4. Remove the DIMM module.
Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules

2. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 56.
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3. Remove the antenna cable from the board.
4. For Aspire 8730/8730Z Series, remove the one screw (B) securing the board to the system.
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque

1 M2 x L4 (1) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm
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5. For Aspire 8530 Series, release the two latch securing the board to the system by pushing it in the
direction of the arrows.
6. Remove the TV tuner board module from the system.
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Removing the WLAN Board Modules
3. “Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules” on page 58.
4. For Aspire 8730/8730Z Series, disconnect the three antenna cables from the WLAN board module.
NOTE: There are 3 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board module. The Black antenna cable is
connected to the connector #1, the White antenna cable is connected to connector #2 and the Gray
antenna cable is connected to connector #3.
5. For Aspire 8530 Series, remove the gray antenna that is taped to the board and disconnect the black and
white antenna cables from the WLAN board module.
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NOTE: There are 2 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board module. The Black antenna cable is
connected to the J3 connector and the White antenna cable is connected to the J2 connector.
6. For Aspire 8730/8730Z Series, move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the one screw
(B) on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board.

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7. For Aspire 8530 Series, move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the two screws (B) on
the WLAN board to release the WLAN board.

1~2 M2 x L4 (2) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm
8. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket.
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NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1

3. Remove the one screw (B) securing the hard disk drive module.

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4. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector.
5. Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay.
NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
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6. Remove the four screws (D) securing the hard disk to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the
bracket.

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 2

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2. Remove the two captive screws securing the hard disk drive cover.
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3. Remove the one screw (B) securing the hard disk drive module.

4. Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector.
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5. Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay.
NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it.
6. Follow the step 6 of “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1” on page 64 to remove the hard disk from
the bracket.
Removing the Optical Drive Module

3. Remove the one screw (B) securing the optical drive module to the system.

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4. Use a screw driver to push out the locker bracket of the optical drive module.
5. Slowly pull out the odd module from the odd drive bay.
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6. Remove the one screw (B) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical
disk drive module.

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Main Unit Disassembly Process
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY
MAIN UNIT
SCREW X 8
CPU
MIDDLE COVER THERMAL MODULE
Bx1
Bx2
POWER KEYBOARD
BOARD CPU VGA CARD
Ax4
LCD MODULE
A x 16
UPPER CASE
Bx2 Bx2 Bx2

MODEM E-KEY FINGERPRINT
CARD TOUCHPAD
BOARD MODULE
MODULE
Bx1
MAIN
BOARD
Bx2 Bx3 Bx1

SUBWOOFER SPEAKER USB
MODULE MODULE
Screw List

A M2 x L4 Black 86.00E34.738
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Removing the Middle Cover
2. Use a plastic screw driver to pry loose the side of the middle cover.
3. Carefully pry loose the middle cover from the latches securing it and remove the middle cover.
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Removing the Keyboard
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 73.
3. Push up on the four latches securing the keyboard to the upper case.
4. Carefully pry loose the keyboard and turn it over on the touchpad area.
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5. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard.
Removing the Power Board

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3. Remove the one screw (B) securing the power board to the upper case.

4. Release the power board from the latch and turn it over.
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5. Disconnect the power board cable from PWCN1 connector on the system to remove it.
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Removing the Heatsink Module
NOTE: There are two version of heatsink module. For this section, we are going to use the discrete model.
The UMA version looks like the picture below:

3. Disconnect the heatsink connector from the main board.
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4. Remove the eight screws securing the heatsink module in the order shown.
NOTE: The green VGA board in Aspire 8730/8730Z Series is made by NVdia, while the red VGA board in
Aspire 8530 Series is made by ATI.
5. Carefully lift up the heatsink module.
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Removing the CPU
NOTE: Aspire 8730/8730Z Series uses the Intel® processor, while Aspire 8530 Series uses the AMD®
processor. But the process in removing the CPU are the same for all the models.
3. See “Removing the Heatsink Module” on page 78.
4. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket latch counter-clockwise to release the CPU.
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5. Lift up carefully to remove the CPU.
NOTE: When installing the CPU, make sure to install the CPU with PIN 1 at the corner as shown.
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Removing the Discrete Board Module (For Discrete Models Only)
NOTE: Aspire 8730/8730Z Series uses the NVdia board, while Aspire 8530 Series uses the ATI board. The
process for removing the board are the same for models with discrete board module.
4. Remove the two screws (B) securing the discrete board to the system.
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5. Remove the discrete board module from the system.
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Removing the LCD Module
2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 55.
3. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 56.
5. See “Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules” on page 58.
8. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 74.
9. Turn over the system and remove the two screws (A) from the bottom of the left and right hinges.

1~2 M2.5 x L8 (2) Black 3.0 kgf-cm
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10. Turn over the system and remove the mylar covering the LCD cable connector.
11. Disconnect the LCD cable connector from the main board.
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12. Carefully pull out the wireless antenna cables from the hole and release the cables from the latches.
13. Disconnect the microphone cable from MIC1 on the system and release it from the latches.
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14. Remove the two screws (A) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module.

1~2 M2.5 x L8 (2) Black 3.0 kgf-cm
15. Carefully remove the LCD module from the base unit.
NOTE: When connecting the cable back to the unit, please note that the cable should be routed well.
Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case

5. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 58.
8. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1” on page 64.
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14. See “Removing the CPU” on page 80.
15. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 84.
16. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the TPDA1 connector on the main board.
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17. Disconnect the fingerprint cable from FP2 on the main board.
18. Disconnect the E-key cable from EKCN1 on the main board.
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19. Disconnect the Media console cable from LEDB1 on the main board.
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20. Disconnect the power cable from DC1 connector on the main board.
21. Disconnect the speaker cable from REAR1 connector on the main board.
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22. Remove the thirteen screws (A) from the bottom panel.

1~13 M2.5 x L8 (13) Black 3.0 kgf-cm
23. Turn the unit over and remove the three screws (A) from the top panel.

1~3 M2.5 x L8 (3) Black 3.0 kgf-cm
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24. Gently remove the upper case from the lower case.
CAUTION: Remember to release the power cable from the hole on the upper case before removing the upper
case from the system.
Removing the E-Key Board

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16. See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 87.
17. Remove the two screws (B) securing the board.

18. Disconnect the cable from the board and remove the board from the upper case.
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Removing the Fingerprint Board
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17. Remove the two screws (B) securing the board.

18. Disconnect the cable from the board and remove the board from the upper case.
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Removing the Touchpad Board
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17. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad board.
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18. Remove the mylar tape from the touchpad board.
19. Carefully pry loose and remove the touchpad board.
WARNING:The touchpad board is glued to the upper case, only remove the touchpad board if it is defective.
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Removing the Modem Board
17. Disconnect the cable from the modem card.
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18. Remove the two screw (B) securing the modem card.

19. Lift the modem board to remove it from the main board.
Removing the Main Board

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17. See “Removing the Modem Board” on page 100.
18. Disconnect the USB cable from the USBCN1 connector on the main board.
19. Disconnect the subwoofer cable from FRONT1 connector on the main board.
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20. Remove the one screw (B) securing the main board in place.

21. Carefully remove the main board.
Removing the Speaker Module

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18. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 101.
19. Remove the tape securing speaker cable.
20. Remove the three screws (B) securing the speaker module.

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21. Remove the speaker module from the upper case.
Removing the Subwoofer

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19. Remove the two screws (B) securing the subwoofer to the lower case.

20. Remove the subwoofer from the lower case.
Removing the USB Board Module

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19. Disconnect the cable from the USB board module.
20. Remove the one screw (B) securing the USB board module to the lower case.

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21. Remove the USB board module from the lower case.
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LCD Module Disassembly Process
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
LCD MODULE DISASSEMBLY
LCD MODULE
Cx6
LCD BEZEL
Cx5
LCD ASSEMBLY
LCD BACK PANEL
Ex3 Ex3
LCD FPC LEFT LCD RIGHT LCD
CABLE BRACKET BRACKET
ANTENNAS VGA
CAMERA
Screw List

C M2.5 x L6 Black 86.00E33.736
E M2 x L3 Silver 86.9A522.3R0
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Removing the LCD Bezel
10. Remove the four screw covers from the top and two flat screw covers from the bottom of the LCD bezel.
11. Remove the six screws (C) on the LCD module as shown.

1~6 M2.5 x L6 (6) Black 3.0 kgf-cm
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12. Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and place the bezel on top of the LCD panel.
Removing the LCD panel with the Brackets

10. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 110.
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11. Disconnect the cable from the web camera.
12. Remove the five screws (C) securing the LCD module.

1~5 M2.5 x L6 (5) Black 3.0 kgf-cm
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13. Remove the LCD with the brackets from the back cover.
Removing the Inverter Board and FPC Cable

11. See “Removing the LCD panel with the Brackets” on page 111.
12. Disconnect the cables from the inverter board.
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13. Detach any adhesive tapes and any cable that is glued to the LCD panel.
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14. Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel.
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Removing the LCD Brackets
11. See “Removing the Inverter Board and FPC Cable” on page 113.
12. Remove the six screws (6 x E) securing the left and right LCD brackets to remove the brackets.

Removing the Antennas

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11. See “Removing the Inverter Board and FPC Cable” on page 113.
13. Release the antenna cables from the aluminium tapes.
14. Remove the left and right antenna cables together with the tapes holding them in place.
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NOTE: There is no need to remove the antenna unless you really need to replace it.
Removing the Web Camera

12. Remove the Web camera from the back cover.
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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 “Power System Check” on page 121.
not go on or stay on.)
POST does not complete. No beep or error “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error
codes are indicated. Message” on page 124
“Undetermined Problems” on page 139
POST detects an error and displayed “Error Message List” on page 125
messages on screen.
Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error
or others). Message” on page 124
Symptoms cannot be re-created Use the customer-reported symptoms and
(intermittent problems). go to “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error
Message” on page 124
“Intermittent Problems” on page 138
“Undetermined Problems” on page 139
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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:

q Numeric keypad
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q External keyboard
If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
Memory Check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostic 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:
q “Check the Power Adapter” on page 122
q “Check the Battery Pack” on page 123
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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:
q Replace the System board.
q If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 139.
q 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 123.
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Check the Battery Pack
To check the battery pack, do the following:
From Software:
1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel
2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total
Battery Power Remaining are correct.
3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter.
4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging.
From Hardware:
1. Power off the computer.
2. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground).
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 139.
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 120.
Keyboard error see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 120.
Keyboard Controller Failed see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 120.
Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard
Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Setup
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
System battery is dead - Replace and run Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to
Setup 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.
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Error Message List
Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

System timer error RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then
reboot system.
System board
Real time clock error RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then
reboot system.
System board
Previous boot incomplete - Default Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
configuration used RTC battery
System board
Memory size found by POST differed from Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
CMOS 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 120.
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
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
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Error Message List
No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

No beep, power-on indicator turns off and Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
LCD is blank. System Check” on page 121..
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
Reconnect the DIMM.
LED board.
System board.
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
LCD is blank. System Check” on page 121..
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 Reconnect the LCD connectors.
LCD is blank. But you can see POST on an LCD inverter ID
external CRT. LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
blinking cursor shown on LCD during System board
POST.
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
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3Ch Advanced configuration of chipset
registers
3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS
values
42h Initialize interrupt vectors
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
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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)
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)
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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
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
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
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Code Beeps
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 Default Settings”,
LCD is too dark 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 121.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesn’t power-on. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
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Power-Related Symptoms

The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
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 123.
Battery pack
System board
PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

System cannot detect the PC Card PCMCIA slot assembly
(PCMCIA) 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 Default Settings,
actual size. then reboot system.
DIMM
System board
Speaker-Related Symptoms

In Windows, multimedia programs, no Audio driver
sound 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 hibernation
and four short beeps every minute. mode.
Touchpad
Keyboard
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn’t enter standby mode See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 34.
after closing the LCD LCD cover switch
System board
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Power Management-Related Symptoms

The system doesn't resume from See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 34.
hibernation 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 hours.
higher than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then
charge battery).
Battery pack
System board
System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.
Hard disk connection board
System board
Peripheral-Related Symptoms

System configuration does not match the Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings”,
installed devices. 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. Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board
Serial or parallel port device problems. Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not Reconnect the keyboard cable.
work. Keyboard
System board
Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board
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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 139.
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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 121.):
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:
• Non-Acer devices
• Printer, mouse, and other external devices
• Battery pack
• Hard disk drive
• DIMM
• CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
• PC Cards
4. Power-on the computer.
5. Determine 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:
• System board
• LCD assembly
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Chapter 4 139
140 Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Jumper and Connector Locations

Motherboard
Chapter 5 139
140 Chapter 5
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for
Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series. Aspire 5730Z/5330 Series provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for
clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery.
Clearing Password Check
Hardware Open Gap Description

Hardware Default Setting Operation Description
Gap Open (Normal) Short (Clearing Password Check)
HW Gap position on M/B space:

Gap name in Aspire 8735/8735G/8735ZG Series is G35
Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check

If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, BIOS will ask
the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is
necessary to bypass the password check, users need to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the
following steps:
• Power Off a system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery from the machine.
• Open the back cover of the machine, and find out the HW Gap on M/B as picture.
• Use an electric conductivity tool to short the two points of the HW Gap.
• Plug in AC, keep the short condition on the HW Gap, and press Power Button to power on the
system till BIOS POST finish. Then remove the tool from the HW Gap.
• Restart system. Press F2 key to enter BIOS Setup menu.
• If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is cleared. Otherwise, please follow the steps and
Chapter 5 141
try again.
NOTE: The steps are only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password).
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BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
BIOS Recovery Boot Block:

BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS
initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous
BIOS flashing process failed.
BIOS Recovery Hotkey:

The system provides a function hotkey: Fn+Esc, for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is powered
on during BIOS POST. To use this function, it is strongly recommended to have the AC adapter and Battery
present. If this function is enabled, the system will force the BIOS to enter a special BIOS block, called Boot
Block.
Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk:

Before doing this, one Crisis Disk should be prepared ready in hand. The Crisis Disk could be made by
executing the Crisis Disk program in another system with Windows XP OS.
Follow the steps below:
1. Power Off system.
2. Insert the Crisis Disk to a USB floppy drive which is attached to the BIOS flash failed machine.
3. In the power-off state, press Fn+Esc and hold them and then press Power Button. The system should be
powered on with Crisis BIOS Recovery process.
4. BIOS Boot Block starts to restore the BIOS code from the Crisis floppy disk to BIOS ROM on the failed
machine.
5. If the Crisis flashing process is finished, the system will restart.
If the Crisis Recovery process is finished, the system should be powered on with successful and workable
BIOS. Then a person can update the latest version BIOS for this machine by regular BIOS flashing process.
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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 8735/8735G/8735ZG Series.
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 8735/8735G/8735ZG Series Exploded Diagram
146 Chapter 6
Aspire 8735G FRU List
CATEGORY PART NAME ACER PART NO.
ADAPTER
ADAPTER 90W 19V 3PIN DELTA ADP-90CD DB A AP.09001.027
LV5 LED LF BLUE AP.09001.027
ADPAPTER 90W 19V 3PIN LITEON PA-1900- AP.09003.021

34AR LV5 LED LF BLUE AP.09003.021
ADPAPTER 90W 19V 3PIN HIPRO HP-A0904A3 AP.0900A.005

B1LF LV5 LED LF BLUE AP.0900A.005
BATTERY
BATTERY SANYO AS-2007B LI-ION 4S2P BT.00803.024
SANYO 8 CELL 4800MAH MAIN COMMON
BATTERY SONY AS-2007B LI-ION 4S2P SONY 8 BT.00804.020
CELL 4800MAH MAIN COMMON
BOARD
TOUCHPAD BUTTON BOARD W/O FINGER 55.P2701.001
PRINT
POWER BUTTON BOARD 55.PHF01.001
USB BOARD 55.PHF01.002
E-BUTTON BOARD 55.PHF01.003
MEDIA TOUCH CAPACITIVE BUTTON BOARD 55.PHF01.004
CASTLENET NS-JV80
TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM00372-027 56.AYP01.001
VGA CARD MSI NVIDIA N10PGS DDRIII 1024M VG.10P06.005
800MHZ 64*16 MXM 3.0 TYPE A W/ HYNIX
H5TQ1G63BFR-12C
MSI VGA CARD NVIDIA N10PGS DDRIII 1024M VG.10P06.004
800MHZ 64*16 MXM 3.0 TYPE A W/ SAMSUNG
K4W1G1646E-HC12
WIRELESS LAN BOARD 512AN_MMWG KI.SPM01.003
SHIRLEY PEAK 5100 MM#895361
LAN INTEL WLAN 512AN_MMWG2 SHIRLEY KI.SPM01.008
PEAK 5100 ME ENABLE MM#899541
(CENTRINO 2 WITH VPRO)
WIRELESS LAN BOARD 512AG_MMWG KI.SPM01.005
SHIRLEY PEAK 5100 MM#897004
BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BRM 2046 BH.21100.004
BT2.1 T60H928.33 F/W:861
CABLE
POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.T30V1.001
POWER CORD 10A 125V 3PIN US BK 27.01518.641
POWER CORD 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.T30V1.004
POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.01518.731
POWER CORD 3A 250V 3PIN UK 27.01518.541
POWER CORD 5A 250V 3PIN UK BK 27.03118.001
POWER CORD 10A 3PIN BK DENMARK 27.01518.561
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN DENMARK BK 27.01518.671
POWER CORD 10A 250V SWISS 27.01518.581
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN SWISS BK 27.01518.691
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN ITALY 27.01518.611
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN ITALY BK 27.01518.711
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POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN BK SOUTH 27.01518.571
AFRICA
POWER CORD 16A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK 27.01518.681
POWER CORD 2.5A 250V AUSTRALIA 27.01518.621
POWER CORD ACA / ACNZ 27.03218.021
POWER CORD 7.5A 250V 3P AUSTRALIA BK 27.03218.051
POWER CORD 2.5A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK 27.01518.631
(INDIA)
(INDIA)
POWER CORD 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.01518.551
POWER CORD 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN BK 27.01518.661
POWER CODE 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.03518.161
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA 27.01518.591
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA BK 27.01518.701
POWER CORD 2.5A 125V USA 27.01518.781
POWER CORD 2.5A 125V 1.8M BLACK 27.01518.A11
TAIWANESE
POWER CORD 250V 10A 3PIN ISRAEL 27.01518.761
POWER CORD 10A 250V ARGENTINE 27.01518.0U1
POWER CORD 10A 250V 1.8M BRAZIL BLK 27.01518.A41
CABLE
POWER BUTTON BOARD CABLE 50.AYP01.001
USB BOARD CABLE 50.AYP01.002
BLUETOOTH BOARD CABLE 50.AYP01.003
CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY
VGA CARD BRACKET 33.PCC01.002
HDD COVER 42.AYP01.003
CARDREADER DUMMY CARD 42.AYP01.004
UNITLOAD COVER 42.PHF01.002
MEDIA TOUCH COVER 42.PHF01.003
LOWER CASE W/MODEM&DC-IN 60.PHF01.001
CABLE&SPEAKER W/O TV HOLE
SPEAKER
SPEAKER PACK RIGHT & LEFT 23.PHF01.001
SPEAKER SUBWOOFER 23.PHF01.002
UPPER CASE W/E-KEY&MEDIA 60.PHF01.002
CONSOLE&TOUCH PAD&FINGER PRINT CABLE
W/O FINGER PRINT HOLE
MIDDLE COVER 42.PHF01.001
CPU/PROCESSOR
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T6400 2.0G 3M 800 KC.64001.DTP
35W R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T6500 PGA 2.1G 2M KC.65001.DTP
800 R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL T6600 2.2G 2M 800 KC.66001.DTP
35W R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P7350 PGA 2.0G 3M KC.73501.DPP
1066 25W
148 Chapter 6
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P7450 2.13G 3M 1066 KC.74501.DPP
TJ NOVT
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P7450 2.13G 3M R-0 TJ KC.74501.DPR
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P7550 PGA 2.26G 3M KC.75501.DPP
1066 R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8600 2.4G 3M 1066 KC.86R01.DPP
25W R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8700 2.53G 3M 1066 KC.87R01.DPP
25W R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL P8800 PGA 2.66G 3M KC.88R01.DPP
1066 25W R-0
CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL PENRYN T9550 2.66G KC.95501.DTP
6M 1066 35W E-0
DVD-RW MODULE
DVD-RW SUPER-MULTI MODULE 8X SATA FOR 6M.PHF01.001
WINDOWS7
OPTICAL BRACKET 33.AYP01.001
DVD-RW SUPER-MULTI BEZEL 42.AYP01.008
ODD TOSHIBA SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM KU.00801.035
TRAY DL 8X TS-L633C LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
ODD HLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY KU.0080D.048
DL 8X GT30N LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
ODD SONY SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY KU.0080E.027
DL 8X AD-7585H LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
ODD PLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY KU.0080F.006
DL 8X DS-8A4SH LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
COMBO MODULE
BLU-RAY COMBO MODULE 4X SATA FOR 6M.PHF01.002
WINDOWS7
BLUE-RAY COMBO BEZEL 42.AYP01.007
ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7MM TRAY DL 4X KO.0040E.002
BC-5500S LF W/O BEZEL FW 1.E1 SATA FOR
WINDOWS7
ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7MM TRAY DL 4X DS- KO.0040F.003
4E1S LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR WINDOWS7
HDD BRACKET 33.AYP01.002
HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE
HDD 160GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA WYATT KH.16001.042
SEAGATE ST9160314AS F/W:0001SDM1
HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA LIBRA-BS KH.16004.006
MK1655GSX F/W:FG0101J 5.4
HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA HGST PANTHER-B KH.16007.024
PANTHER-B HTS545016B9A300 F/W:C60F
HDD 160GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA WD KH.16008.022
WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0 FW:11.01A11
HDD 2.5" 5400RPM 250GB SEAGATE KH.25001.016
ST9250315AS WYATT SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1
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MK2555GSX F/W:FG000J 5.4K
HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA HGST KH.25007.015
HTS545025B9A300 PANTHER-B LF
HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD2500BEVT- KH.25008.021
22ZCT0 F/W:11.01A11
HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE WYATT KH.32001.017
ST9320325AS FW:0001SDM1
HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400RPM 320GB KH.32004.003
MK3263GSX SATA 8MB 68P LF F/W:FG020J
HTS545032B9A300 PANTHER B LF
22ZCT0 ML125 F/W:01.01A01
HDD 500GB 5400RPM SEAGATE ST9500325AS KH.50001.011
SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1
HDD 2.5" 5400RPM 500GB TOSHIBA KH.50004.001
MK5055GSX LIBRA SATA LF F/W:FG001J
HDD 500GB 5400RPM HGST SATA KH.50007.009
HDD 500GB 5400RPM WD SATA WD5000BEVT- KH.50008.013
22ZAT0 F/W:01.01A01
HEATSINK
CPU HEATSINK W/FAN 60.PHF01.003
KEYBOARD
KEYBOARD 17KB-FV5 BLACK 105KS DARFON KB.I1700.004
NSK-AFF1D US INTERNATIONAL
NSK-AFF0H US INTERNATIONAL HEBREW
NSK-AFF0U UK
NSK-AFF0T TURKISH
NSK-AFF03 THAILAND
NSK-AFF00 SWISS/G
NSK-AFF0W SWEDISH
NSK-AFF0S SPANISH
NSK-AFF09 SLOVAK
NSK-AFF1F SLO/CRO
NSK-AFF0R RUSSIAN
NSK-AFF06 PORTUGUESE
NSK-AFF05 POLISH
NSK-AFF0N NORWEGIAN
150 Chapter 6
NSK-AFF0K KOREA
NSK-AFF0E ITALIAN
NSK-AFF0Q HUNGARIAN
NSK-AFF0L GREEK
NSK-AFF0G GERMAN
NSK-AFF0F FRENCH
NSK-AFF0D DANISH
NSK-AFF0C CZECH
NSK-AFF02 TRADITIONAL CHINESE
NSK-AFF0M CANADIAN FRENCH
NSK-AFF1B BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE
NSK-AFF1A BELGIUM
NSK-AFF0A ARABIC/ENGLISH
NSK-AFF2A ARABIC/FRENCH
NSK-AFF1N BLACK NORDIC
KEYBOARDX KEYBOARD 17KB-FV5 BLACK KB.I1700.039
106KS DARFON NSK-AFF2M ENGLISH/
CANADIAN FRENCH
NSK-AFF0J BLACK JAPANESE
NSK-AFF13 CZECH/SLOVAK
LCD
LCD MODULE 18.4" WUXGAG28L GLARE IMR 6M.PHF01.003
BLUE/BLACK W/0.3M CAMERA&ANTENNA*2
FOR DUAL LAMP
INVERTER BOARD 18" DARFON VK.22256.101 19.AYP01.002
REV.B
INVERTER BOARD 18" AMPOWER T62I263.00 19.PHF01.001
BIGBEAR
LCD BRACKET RIGHT W/HINGE 33.AYP01.003
LCD BRACKET LEFT W/HINGE 33.AYP01.004
LCD/CAMERA CABLE FOR DUAL LAMP 50.PHF01.001
CAMERA 0.3M SUYIN CN0314-SN30-OV03-5 57.N4401.001
CAMERA 0.3M CHICONY CNF701721004973L 57.W9401.001
LCD BEZEL W/LOGO&CAMERA HOLE 60.AYP01.004
LCD COVER 18.4" BLUE IMR W/MICROPHONE & 60.PHF01.004
ANTENNA*2
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LCD 18.4" WUXGA28L GLARE CMO N184H4-L04 LK.1840D.001
LF 220NIT 8MS 500:1
LCD MODULE 18.4" WXGA+G8 GLARE IMR 6M.PHF01.004

FOR SINGLE LAMP
BIGBEAR
INVERTER BOARD 18" DARFON VK.21189.803 19.PHF01.003
LCD/CAMERA CABLE FOR SINGLE LAMP 50.PHF01.002
LCD COVER 18.4" BLUE IMR W/MICROPHONE & 60.PHF01.004
ANTENNA*2
LCD SAMSUNG 18.4" WXGA+ GLARE LK.18406.002
LTN184KT01-A01 LF 220NIT 8MS 800:1
MAINBOARD
MAINBOARD AS8735G INTEL PM45 ICH9M LF MB.PHF01.001
DISCRETE PLATFORM W/RTC
BATTERY&MODEM
BOARD MODEM BOARD LITEON CONEXANT -UNIZION FX.22500.021
1.5_3.3V AUS B85247600G
MEMORY
SODIMM 1G DDRIII 1066MHZ NANYA KN.1GB03.031
NT1GC64BH8A1PS-BE LF 64*16 0.07UM
SODIMM 1GB DDRIII 1066MHZ MICRON KN.1GB04.003
MT8JSF12864HY-1G1D1
SODIMM 1GB DDRIII 1066MHZ ELPIDA KN.1GB09.009
EBJ11UE6BAU0-AE-E LF 64*16 0.07UM
EBJ11UE6BBS0-AE-F
SODIMM 1GB DDRIII 1066MHZ SAMSUNG KN.1GB0B.019
M471B2874DZ1-CF8
M471B2873EH1-CF8
SODIMM 1GB DDRIII 1066MHZ HYNIX KN.1GB0G.019
HMT112S6AFP6C-G7N0
HMT112S6BFR6C-G7N0 N0 LF 64*16 0.055UM
SODIMM 2GB DDRIII 1066MHZ NANYA KN.2GB03.012
NT2GC64B8HA1NS-BE LF 128*8 0.07UM
MT16JSF25664HY-1G1D1
EBJ21UE8BBS0-AE-F
MEMORY ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB KN.2GB09.006
EBJ21UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065UM
M471B5673EH1-CF8
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HMT125S6BFR8C-G7 N0 LF 128*8 0.055UM
MISCELLANEOUS
NAME PLATE ASPIRE 8735 40.PHF01.001
LCD SCREW RUBBER OF UPPER 47.AYP01.002
LCD SCREW RUBBER OF LOWER 47.AYP01.003
SCREW
SCREW 86.00A02.140
SCRW M2*L6 ZN ROHS 86.00D50.620
SCRW M2XL4.2 BZN 86.00E10.524
SCREW M2.5*L6 NYLOK CR3+ 86.00E33.736
SCREW M3 X 3 #1 NI NYLON 86.00E78.643
SCREW 86.9A522.3R0
SCREW M2*4 WAFER NI 86.9A552.4R0
SCRW M2.5XL4 - PANEL+BRACKET 86.AGV01.001
Aspire 8735ZG FRU List

ADAPTER
ADAPTER 90W 19V 3PIN DELTA ADP-90CD DB AP.09001.027
A LV5 LED LF BLUE
ADPAPTER 90W 19V 3PIN LITEON PA-1900- AP.09003.021
34AR LV5 LED LF BLUE
ADPAPTER 90W 19V 3PIN HIPRO HP-A0904A3 AP.0900A.005
B1LF LV5 LED LF BLUE
BATTERY
BATTERY SANYO AS-2007B LI-ION 4S2P BT.00803.024
SANYO 8 CELL 4800MAH MAIN COMMON
BATTERY SONY AS-2007B LI-ION 4S2P SONY 8 BT.00804.020
CELL 4800MAH MAIN COMMON
BOARD
VGA CARD MSI NVIDIA N10MGS DDRIII 512M VG.10M06.001
800MHZ 64*16 MXM 3.0 TYPE A W/ SAMSUNG
K4W1G1646E-HC12
VGA CARD MSI NVIDIA N10MGS DDRIII 512M VG.10M06.002
800MHZ 64*16 MXM 3.0 TYPE A W/ HYNIX
H5TQ1G63BFR-12C
TOUCHPAD BUTTON BOARD W/O FINGER 55.P2701.001
PRINT
POWER BUTTON BOARD 55.PHF01.001
USB BOARD 55.PHF01.002
E-BUTTON BOARD 55.PHF01.003
MEDIA TOUCH CAPACITIVE BUTTON BOARD 55.PHF01.004
CASTLENET NS-JV80
TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM00372-027 56.AYP01.001
WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BG FOXCONN NI.23600.047
T77H121.01 ATHEROS AR9285(HB95)
WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BGN FOXCONN NI.23600.031
T77H028.00 RALINK RT2700E 1X2
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WIRELESS LAN BOARD FOXCONN ATHEROS NI.23600.046
XB63 MINICARD B/G
BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BRM 2046 BH.21100.004
BT2.1 T60H928.33 F/W:861
CABLE
POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.T30V1.001
POWER CORD 10A 125V 3PIN US BK 27.01518.641
POWER CORD 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.T30V1.004
POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR BK 27.01518.731
POWER CORD 3A 250V 3PIN UK 27.01518.541
POWER CORD 5A 250V 3PIN UK BK 27.03118.001
POWER CORD 10A 3PIN BK DENMARK 27.01518.561
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN DENMARK BK 27.01518.671
POWER CORD 10A 250V SWISS 27.01518.581
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN SWISS BK 27.01518.691
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN ITALY 27.01518.611
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN ITALY BK 27.01518.711
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN BK SOUTH 27.01518.571
AFRICA
POWER CORD 2.5A 250V AUSTRALIA 27.01518.621
POWER CORD ACA / ACNZ 27.03218.021
POWER CORD 7.5A 250V 3P AUSTRALIA BK 27.03218.051
POWER CORD 2.5A 250V SOUTH AFRICA BK 27.01518.631
(INDIA)
(INDIA)
POWER CORD 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.01518.551
POWER CORD 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN BK 27.01518.661
POWER CODE 7A 125V 2PIN JAPAN 27.03518.161
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA 27.01518.591
POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN CHINA BK 27.01518.701
POWER CORD 2.5A 125V USA 27.01518.781
POWER CORD 2.5A 125V 1.8M BLACK 27.01518.A11
TAIWANESE
POWER CORD 250V 10A 3PIN ISRAEL 27.01518.761
POWER CORD 10A 250V ARGENTINE 27.01518.0U1
POWER CORD 10A 250V 1.8M BRAZIL BLK 27.01518.A41
CABLE
POWER BUTTON BOARD CABLE 50.AYP01.001
USB BOARD CABLE 50.AYP01.002
BLUETOOTH BOARD CABLE 50.AYP01.003
VGA CARD BRACKET 33.PCC01.002
HDD COVER 42.AYP01.003
CARDREADER DUMMY CARD 42.AYP01.004
UNITLOAD COVER 42.PHF01.002
MEDIA TOUCH COVER 42.PHF01.003
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LOWER CASE W/MODEM&DC-IN 60.PHF01.001
CABLE&SPEAKER W/O TV HOLE
SPEAKER
SPEAKER PACK RIGHT & LEFT 23.PHF01.001
SPEAKER SUBWOOFER 23.PHF01.002
UPPER CASE W/E-KEY&MEDIA 60.PHF01.002
CONSOLE&TOUCH PAD&FINGER PRINT
CABLE W/O FINGER PRINT HOLE
MIDDLE COVER 42.PHF01.001
CPU/PROCESSOR
CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE T4200 PGA KC.42001.DTP
2.0G 1M 800 35W R-0
CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE T4300 PGA KC.43001.DTP
2.1G 1M 800 R-0
CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-CORE T4400 2.2G KC.44001.DTP
1M 800
DVD-RW
DVD-RW SUPER-MULTI MODULE 8X SATA FOR 6M.PHF01.001
WINDOWS7
DVD-RW SUPER-MULTI BEZEL 42.AYP01.008
ODD TOSHIBA SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM KU.00801.035
TRAY DL 8X TS-L633C LF W/O BEZEL SATA
FOR HF+WINDOWS7
ODD HLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY KU.0080D.048
DL 8X GT30N LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
ODD SONY SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY KU.0080E.027
DL 8X AD-7585H LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
ODD PLDS SUPER-MULTI DRIVE 12.7MM TRAY KU.0080F.006
DL 8X DS-8A4SH LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR
HF+WINDOWS7
COMBO
BLU-RAY COMBO MODULE 4X SATA FOR 6M.PHF01.002
WINDOWS7
BLUE-RAY COMBO BEZEL 42.AYP01.007
ODD SONY BD COMBO 12.7MM TRAY DL 4X KO.0040E.002
BC-5500S LF W/O BEZEL FW 1.E1 SATA FOR
WINDOWS7
ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7MM TRAY DL 4X DS- KO.0040F.003
4E1S LF W/O BEZEL SATA FOR WINDOWS7
HDD
HDD BRACKET 33.AYP01.002
HDD 160GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA WYATT KH.16001.042
SEAGATE ST9160314AS F/W:0001SDM1
MK1655GSX F/W:FG0101J 5.4
HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA HGST PANTHER-B KH.16007.024
PANTHER-B HTS545016B9A300 F/W:C60F
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HDD 160GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA WD KH.16008.022
WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0 FW:11.01A11
HDD 2.5" 5400RPM 250GB SEAGATE KH.25001.016
ST9250315AS WYATT SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1
MK2555GSX F/W:FG000J 5.4K
HTS545025B9A300 PANTHER-B LF
22ZCT0 F/W:11.01A11
HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE WYATT KH.32001.017
ST9320325AS FW:0001SDM1
HDD TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400RPM 320GB KH.32004.003
MK3263GSX SATA 8MB 68P LF F/W:FG020J
22ZCT0 ML125 F/W:01.01A01
HDD 500GB 5400RPM SEAGATE ST9500325AS KH.50001.011
SATA LF F/W:0001SDM1
HDD 2.5" 5400RPM 500GB TOSHIBA KH.50004.001
MK5055GSX LIBRA SATA LF F/W:FG001J
HDD 500GB 5400RPM HGST SATA KH.50007.009
HDD 500GB 5400RPM WD SATA WD5000BEVT- KH.50008.013
22ZAT0 F/W:01.01A01
HEATSINK
CPU HEATSINK W/FAN 60.PHF01.003
KEYBOARD
NSK-AFF1D US INTERNATIONAL
NSK-AFF0H US INTERNATIONAL HEBREW
NSK-AFF0U UK
NSK-AFF0T TURKISH
NSK-AFF03 THAILAND
NSK-AFF00 SWISS/G
NSK-AFF0W SWEDISH
NSK-AFF0S SPANISH
NSK-AFF09 SLOVAK
NSK-AFF1F SLO/CRO
NSK-AFF0R RUSSIAN
NSK-AFF06 PORTUGUESE
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NSK-AFF05 POLISH
NSK-AFF0N NORWEGIAN
NSK-AFF0K KOREA
NSK-AFF0E ITALIAN
NSK-AFF0Q HUNGARIAN
NSK-AFF0L GREEK
NSK-AFF0G GERMAN
NSK-AFF0F FRENCH
NSK-AFF0D DANISH
NSK-AFF0C CZECH
NSK-AFF02 TRADITIONAL CHINESE
NSK-AFF0M CANADIAN FRENCH
NSK-AFF1B BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE
NSK-AFF1A BELGIUM
NSK-AFF0A ARABIC/ENGLISH
NSK-AFF2A ARABIC/FRENCH
NSK-AFF1N BLACK NORDIC
KEYBOARDX KEYBOARD 17KB-FV5 BLACK KB.I1700.039
106KS DARFON NSK-AFF2M ENGLISH/
CANADIAN FRENCH
NSK-AFF0J BLACK JAPANESE
NSK-AFF13 CZECH/SLOVAK
LCD
LCD MODULE 18.4" WUXGAG28L GLARE IMR 6M.PHF01.003
FOR DUAL LAMP
INVERTER BOARD 18" DARFON VK.22256.101 19.AYP01.002
REV.B
BIGBEAR
LCD/CAMERA CABLE FOR DUAL LAMP 50.PHF01.001
Chapter 6 157
LCD COVER 18.4" BLUE IMR W/MICROPHONE 60.PHF01.004
& ANTENNA*2
LCD 18.4" WUXGA28L GLARE CMO N184H4-L04 LK.1840D.001
LF 220NIT 8MS 500:1
LCD
LCD MODULE 18.4" WXGA+G8 GLARE IMR 6M.PHF01.004
FOR SINGLE LAMP
BIGBEAR
INVERTER BOARD 18" DARFON VK.21189.803 19.PHF01.003
LCD/CAMERA CABLE FOR SINGLE LAMP 50.PHF01.002
LCD COVER 18.4" BLUE IMR W/MICROPHONE 60.PHF01.004
& ANTENNA*2
LCD SAMSUNG 18.4" WXGA+ GLARE LK.18406.002
LTN184KT01-A01 LF 220NIT 8MS 800:1
MAINBOARD
MAINBOARD AS8735ZG INTEL GM45 ICH9M LF MB.PHH01.001
DISCRETE PLATFORM W/RTC
BATTERY&MODEM
BOARDS
MODEM BOARD LITEON CONEXANT -UNIZION FX.22500.021
1.5_3.3V AUS B85247600G
MEMORY
SODIMM 1G DDRIII 1066MHZ NANYA KN.1GB03.031
NT1GC64BH8A1PS-BE LF 64*16 0.07UM
MT8JSF12864HY-1G1D1
EBJ11UE6BAU0-AE-E LF 64*16 0.07UM
EBJ11UE6BBS0-AE-F
M471B2874DZ1-CF8
M471B2873EH1-CF8
HMT112S6AFP6C-G7N0
HMT112S6BFR6C-G7N0 N0 LF 64*16 0.055UM
SODIMM 2GB DDRIII 1066MHZ NANYA KN.2GB03.012
NT2GC64B8HA1NS-BE LF 128*8 0.07UM
MT16JSF25664HY-1G1D1
158 Chapter 6
EBJ21UE8BBS0-AE-F
MEMORY ELPIDA SO-DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB KN.2GB09.006
EBJ21UE8BDS0-AE-F LF 128*8 0.065UM
M471B5673EH1-CF8
HMT125S6BFR8C-G7 N0 LF 128*8 0.055UM
MISCELLANEOUS
NAME PLATE ASPIRE 8735Z 40.PHH01.001
LCD SCREW RUBBER OF UPPER 47.AYP01.002
LCD SCREW RUBBER OF LOWER 47.AYP01.003
SCREW
SCREW 86.00A02.140
SCRW M2*L6 ZN ROHS 86.00D50.620
SCRW M2XL4.2 BZN 86.00E10.524
SCREW M3 X 3 #1 NI NYLON 86.00E78.643
SCREW 86.9A522.3R0
SCREW M2*4 WAFER NI 86.9A552.4R0
SCRW M2.5XL4 - PANEL+BRACKET 86.AGV01.001
Chapter 6 159
Appendix A
Model Definition and Configuration

Aspire 8735/8735G/8735ZG Series
Please double click the icon below to open the complete list.
Appendix A 154
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, Windows® Vista.
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 8735/8735G/8735ZG
series Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.
Appendix B 155
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test
Item Specification
CRT Port Test
CRT Monitor Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19”
LCD Monitor Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b,
Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500
Projector Dell 3300MP
USB Port Test
USB Keyboard/Mouse Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro
Dell USB Keyboard
Logicool USB Mouse (OWCM-USB)
Logitech USB Wheel Mouse
Logitech First Wheel Mouse
Dell by Logitech
Dell Internet Navigator Keyboard
Dell Smart Card Keyboard
HP USB Optical Austin Mouse
Belkin Miniglow Optical USB Mouse
HP USB Optical Mouse (RB129AA)
USB Speaker/Joystick Aiwa Multimedia Digital Speaker (SC-UC78)
Panasonic USB Speaker EAB-MPC57USB
USB Storage Drive Iomega USB Zip 250MB
Transcend 80G HDD
Plextor DVD+R/RW
LG DVD+R/RW
Sony DVD+R/RW
USB Camera Intel Easy PC Camera (A20953-001)
Orange Micro USB 2.0 Web Cam
USB HUB and Others A TEN UH-204
IOGEAR 4-Port Hub
Corega CG-WLUSBST11
USB Printer/Scanner HP 450WBT Deskjet Printer
USB Flash Drive Sony Memory Key 128MB
Sony Micro Vault Pro USD-5G
IBM 128MB Memory Key
IBM 512MB Memory Key
Apacer Handy Drive
Apacer The USB Flash Drive 256MB
USB ODD Logitec CDRW+DVDROM combo
LG DVD+R/RW
Sony DVD+R/RW
1394 Camera Sony DV-TRV10
Access Point 802.11a Intel Pro/Wireless 5000
NetGear HE 102
Access Point 802.11g D-Link Building Networks People WiFi Certified a/b/g Wireless 108AG
Access Point 802.11n Belkin N1MIMO Wireless Router High Performance wireless 802.11n
Bluetooth Device Sony Ericsson Wireless Headset
Sony Ericsson T610
X Bridge Bluetooth Access Point BT300
156 Appendix B
Item Specification
PCMCIA Test
LAN/Modem Card TDK CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32-Bit CBE-10/100BTX
Storage Card Hitachi Microdrive 4G
1394 Card Buffalo 1394 Interface Cardbus (IFC-ILCB/DV)
USB2.0 Card IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10/100
Wireless Lan Card Cisco Wireless LAN Card 802.11a
(Not recommended for wireless ready NETGEAR Wireless LAN card 802.11a
model)
ISDN Card Toshiba Type B for Bluetooth 128K ISDN Card
GPRS Card Vodafone QL1ACC-21581 3G/GPRS card
Sony Ericsson GC83 GPRS card
Sony Ericsson GC89 GPRS card
ExpressCard Test
Express Card Abcom 5-in-1 Adapter ExpressCard Reader
Abcom GigaLan ExpressCard
Sunix ECF2400 2 Ports 1394A ExpressCard
Memory Card Test (SD/MS/MMC/SM/CF/Microdrive/XD)
SD Card Apacer 128/256MB
SanDisk 256MB
Apacer 2GB (150x Hi-Speed)
KINGMAX 1GB (66x Hi-Speed)
SanDisk 1GB
RiDATA 4GB SD PRO Memory Card
MS Card Sony 512 MS PRO
Lexar 512MB MS PRO
Lexar 1GB MS PRO
Sony 2GB MS PRO
MMC Card SanDisk 32MB
Transcend 64/128MB
Transcend 256MB
SanDisk RS-MMC 128MB
PQI RS-MMC 256MB
Transcend 512MB
A-DATA Turbo 200X 2GB MMC Card
XD Card Apacer 256/512MB
SanDisk 2GB
Olympus 512MB
CF Card Apacer 256/512
SanDisk 2GB
Appendix B 157
158 Appendix B
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.
Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them.
In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and
Server models including:
• Service guides for all models
• Bios updates
• Software utilities
• Spare parts lists
• TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin)
For these purposes, we have included an Acrobat File to facilitate the problem-free downloading of our
technical material.
Also contained on this website are:
• Detailed information on Acer's International Traveller’s Warranty (ITW)
• Returned material authorization procedures
• An overview of all the support services we offer, accompanied by a list of telephone, fax and email
contacts for all your technical queries.
We are always looking for ways to optimize and improve our services, so if you have any suggestions or
comments, please do not hesitate to communicate these to us.
Appendix C 159
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SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear

Display and graphics

Special keys and controls

Icon Item Description

3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer

14 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.

Closed Front View

Icon Item Description

# Icon Item Description

2 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections.

Headphones/ Connects to audio line-out devices

Icon Item Description

7 RF-in port Accepts input signals from digital TV-tuner devices.

Icon Item Description

2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.

3 Battery release Releases the battery for removal.

Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is

Icon Function Description

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

Lock key Description

Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off

Hotkey Icon Function Description

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

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

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

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

<Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume

The Euro symbol

The US dollar sign

Launching Acer Empowering Technology

To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications:

To set the Empowering Technology password:

Using power plans

To create a new power plan:

To switch between power plans:

To edit a power plan:

To delete a power plan:

Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models)

Acer eRecovery Management

q Use the shortcut key < > + <X>.

q Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel.

AcerGridVista is simple to set up:

CPU Fan True Value Table

DTS(degree C) Fan Speed (rpm) Acoustic Level (dBA)

Throttling 50%: On= 99 ° C; OFF=93 ° C

OS shut down at 105 ° C; H/W shot down at 110 ° .C

Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory

Hard Disk Drive Interface

System Board Major Chips

LCD 18.4” inch

ACPI mode Power Management

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

C P U Ty p e : Intel (R) Core (TM)2 Duo CPU T8400 @ 2.26 GHz

F1 Help Select Item -/+ C h a n g e Va l u e s F9 Setup Defaults

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility