Acer Aspire Notebook Series Informazioni Techniche

Aspire one SeriesService Guide

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90 Chapter 4External Mouse FailureIf an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternativ

Chapter 4 91Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defec

92 Chapter 4Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)This section provides help in the form of questions and answers for commonly encountered troubleshooting i

Chapter 4 93Can the Acer Aspire one Messenger communicate with MSN, Yahoo Messenger, Google Talk and other live communication tools?Yes. The Acer Aspi

94 Chapter 4How can I remove redundant input methods?Only the Traditional and Simplified Chinese versions of Linpus Linux Lite support this function.H

Chapter 4 95Is there a shortcut back to the Home Page?At the lower left corner of the Desktop Taskbar, there is a Home icon. Click the icon to minimiz

96 Chapter 4Click on the network manager icon and select the desired wireless access point. The network manager automatically detects the security pro

Chapter 4 97Why doesn’t my Network Printer work?When troubleshooting installation of the network printer, confirm whether the following conditions are

98 Chapter 4How can I adjust the Date, Time, or Timezone?Select Settings´ Date/Time to display the setting menu. Make any desired adjustment to time,

Chapter 4 99Where can I view peripheral devices available to my system?Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to display the System Monitor. Click File Systems to view av

Chapter 1 1System SpecificationsFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:Operating System• Microsoft Windows® XP™ / LinuxPlatfo

100 Chapter 4How can I reset the logon password?Select Settings´ User & Password. Click Change Password and follow the onscreen prompts to change

Chapter 4 101Why are some Flash webpages unable to display normally in Firefox?Ensure you have the latest Flash Player Installers from Linux in Adobe

102 Chapter 4POST Code Reference TablesThese tables describe the POST codes and components of the POST process. Sec:NO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (Comm

Chapter 4 103BDS & Specific action:0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initializ

104 Chapter 40xF8 Report that ExitBootServices() has been called0xF9 Runtime driver set virtual address mapCode Component

Chapter 4 105Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORTEach Driver entry point used in 80_PORTCode Component0x00 N/A0x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG0x02 PEI_OEM_SERVICE0

106 Chapter 40x3B MONOTONIC_COUNTER0x3C WATCH_DOG_TIMER0x3D SECURITY_STUB0x3E DXE_CPU_IO0x3F CF9_RESET0x40 PC_RTC0x41 STATUS_CODE0x42 VARIABLE0x43 EMU

Chapter 4 1070x66 BIOS_KEYBOARD0x67 BIOS_VEDIO0x68 MONITER_KEY0x69 LEGACY_BIOS0x6A LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM0x6B PCI_PLATFORM0x6C ISA_FLOOPY0x6D PS2_MOUSE0

108 Chapter 4Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT0x91 PXE_BC0x92 PXE_DHCP40x93 EBC0x94~0x9F RESERVED0xA0 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO0xA1 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO0x

Chapter 4 1090xD2 SMM_PNP0xD3 SMM_USB_LEGACY0xD4 SMM_INT13_HDD0xD5 SMM_INIT_PPM0xD6 SMM_OHCI13940xD7 SMM_ SECURITY_HDD_PASSWORD_SERVICE0xD8 SMM_OEM_SE

2 Chapter 1• 3G module through USBPrivacy control • BIOS user, supervisor, and power on passwords• Kensington lock slotPower subsystem• 2-cell 2200mAh

110 Chapter 4

Chapter 5 111Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewNo. Description No. Description1 LCD Connector 5 MDC Connector2 Powerboard Connector 6 ExpressCard

112 Chapter 5Bottom ViewNo. Description No. Description1 CPU Socket 10 Audio Connector2 DDR2 Connector 11 SPDIF Connector3 Battery Connector 12 USB Co

Chapter 5 113Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recover

114 Chapter 5BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block:BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the syste

Chapter 6 115FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire one.

116 Chapter 6Aspire one Exploded DiagramItem Description Part Number Item Description Part Number1 MainboardMB.S0306.001(SDD SKU)MB.S0506.001 (HDD SKU

Chapter 6 11753G Cover42.S0207.00142.S0307.00142.S0407.00142.S0507.00119 LCD Bracket33.S0207.0026 Rubber Foot47.S0207.00320 Mirror LCD Bracket33.S0207

118 Chapter 6Aspire one FRU ListCategory Description Part No.AdapterADAPTER LITE-ON 30W 1.7X5.5X11 BLACK PA-1300-04AC LF AP.03003.001BatteryBATTERY SI

Chapter 6 119CablesPOWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS 27.TAXV7.001POWER CORD PRC 3P Y536B30001218008 27.TATV7.004POWER CORD(S.A) 1.8M 3BLACK FZ010008-006 27.T48

Chapter 1 3System Block Diagram

120 Chapter 6LOWER CASE ASSY BLUE COLOR HDD W/SPEAKER FOR WLAN60.S0507.001UPPER CASE ASSY BLUE COLOR W/TP FFC FOR 3G 60.S0707.001LOWER CASE ASSY BLUE

Chapter 6 121HDD BRACKET 33.S0207.004SDDFLASH DISK SANDISK FLASH MODULE NAND 4GB SDUS5FJ-004G LF KF.4GB0D.002FLASH DISK INTEL FLASH MODULE NAND 4GB SS

122 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 BLACK MACLES 85KS BLACK PORTUGUESEKB.INT00.524KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 BLACK MACLES 84KS BLACK US INTERNATIONAL HEBREWKB.INT00.5

Chapter 6 123KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1L BLACK MACLES 84KS BLACK TRADITIONAL CHINESE (LINUX)KB.INT00.618KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1L BLACK MACLES 84KS BLACK GREEK (LINUX)K

124 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1L BLACK MACLES 85KS BLACK PORTUGUESE (LINUX)KB.INT00.601KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1L BLACK MACLES 84KS BLACK US INTERNATIONAL HEBREW

Chapter 6 125KEYBOARD 8KB-FV2L WHITE MACLES 85KS WHITE SPANISH (LINUX)KB.INT00.713KEYBOARD 8KB-FV2L WHITE MACLES 84KS WHITE ARABIC/ENGLISH (LINUX)KB.I

126 Chapter 6Screw ListMiscellaneousLCD BEZEL RUBBER 47.S0207.001LCD BEZEL MYLAR 47.S0207.002RUBBER FOOT 47.S0207.003Item Description Part No.SCREW SC

Chapter 6 127

Appendix A 128Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire one SeriesAspire one BlueModel RO Country Acer Part No Description CPUAOA150-Bb WW WW S2.S050B.

129 Appendix AAOA150-Ab EMEA Russia LU.S050A.055 AOA150-Ab AOLINXSRU1 UMACb 2*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_RU21ATMN270BAOA150-Ab EMEA Eastern Europe

4 Chapter 1Your Acer Notebook tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.Front ViewNo. Icon Item Description1

Appendix A 130AOA150-Ab EMEA Portugal LU.S050A.093 AOA150-Ab AOLINXSPT1 UMACb 1*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_PT21ATMN270BAOA150-Ab EMEA Eastern Euro

131 Appendix AAOA150-Bb EMEA Eastern EuropeLU.S050B.078 AOA150-Bb AOXPHSTEU5 MC UMACb 2*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_PL12ATMN270BAOA150-Bb EMEA Swed

Appendix A 132AOA150-Bb EMEA Portugal LU.S050B.058 AOA150-Bb AOXPHSTPT1 MC UMACb 1*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_PT12ATMN270BAOA150-Bb EMEA Middle Ea

133 Appendix AAOA150-Ab EMEA Italy LU.S050A.118 AOA150-Ab AOLINXSIT1 UMACb 2*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_IT31ATMN270BAOA150-Ab EMEA Norway LU.S050A

Appendix A 134AOA150-Ab AAP Indonesia LU.S050A.037 AOA150-Ab AOLINXSID1 UMACb 512+1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_EN11ATMN270BAOA150-Ab AAP Thailand

135 Appendix AAOA150-Bb AAP Malaysia LU.S050B.025 AOA150-Bb AOXPHSTMY1 MC UMACb 512+1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_EN11ATMN270BAOA150-Bb AAP Malaysi

Appendix A 136AOA150-Ab PA ACLA-PortugueseLU.S050A.008 AOA150-Ab AOLINXSXC1 UMACb 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GE_XC21ATMN270BAOA150-Ab PA ACLA-Port

137 Appendix AAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N80GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII

Appendix A 138AOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N80GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N80GB5.

139 Appendix AAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N80GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N80GB5.4KS 5 in

Chapter 1 5Closed Front ViewLeft ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Wireless communication switchEnables/disables the wireless function.No. Icon Item Desc

Appendix A 140AOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N120GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N120

141 Appendix AAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N120GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N120

Appendix A 142Aspire one WhiteModel RO Country Acer Part No Description CPUAOA150-Bw WW WW S2.S040B.001 AOA150-Bw AOXPHSTWW1 MC UMACw 2*512/80/6L/5R/C

143 Appendix AAOA150-Aw EMEA Slovenia/CroatiaLU.S040A.061 AOA150-Aw AOLINXSSI1 UMACw 2*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GEw_EN11ATMN270BAOA150-Bw EMEA Luxe

Appendix A 144AOA150-Aw EMEA Czech LU.S040A.082 AOA150-Aw AOLINXSCZ2 UMACw 1*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GEw_EN21ATMN270BAOA150-Aw EMEA Eastern Europe

145 Appendix AAOA150-Bw EMEA Eastern EuropeLU.S040B.089 AOA150-Bw AOXPHSTEU3 MC UMACw 2*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GEw_RU12ATMN270BAOA150-Bw EMEA Tur

Appendix A 146AOA150-Bw EMEA Turkey LU.S040B.062 AOA150-Bw AOXPHSTTR1 MC UMACw 1*512/80/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GEw_TR32ATMN270BAOA150-Bw EMEA Russia LU.

147 Appendix AAOA150-Bw CHINA China LU.S040B.006 AOA150-Bw AOXPHSTCN1 MC UMACw 512+1G/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GEw_SC11ATMN270BAOA150-Aw CHINA China

Appendix A 148AOA150-Bw AAP Singapore LU.S040B.009 AOA150-Bw AOXPHSTSG1 MC UMACw 2*512/120/6L/5R/CB_bg_N_BAG_GEw_EN11ATMN270BAOA150-Bw AAP Singapore

149 Appendix AAOA150-Bw PA ACLA-SpanishLU.S040B.114 AOA150-Bw AOXPHSTEA3 MC UMACw 2*512/120/3L/5R/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_GEw_ES21ATMN270BAOA150-Aw PA ACLA-Spa

6 Chapter 1Right ViewRear ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones.2 Headphones/speaker/line-out jack

Appendix A 150AOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N80GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII

151 Appendix AAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N80GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N80GB5.4KS 5 in

Appendix A 152AOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N80GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII

153 Appendix AAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO1GBII6 N120GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Ab NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO1GBII6

Appendix A 154AOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) SO512MBII6 N120GB5.4KS 5 in 1-Build in 3rd WiFi BGAOA150-Bb NLED8.9WSVGAG CM512MB(1Gbx4) N N120

Appendix B 155Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

156 Appendix BLinux Environment TestAspire one Blue Testing InformationVendor Type Description2nd Battery Test60001535 PANASONIC6CELL2.6 Battery PANAS

Appendix B 157CPU Test10001067 INTELATMN270B CPU Intel Atom N270 1.6G 512K 533 2.5WCamera Test9999995 ONE TIME VENDER0.3M LDV Suyin Camera Rosa9999995

158 Appendix BAspire one White Testing Information60002215 SAMSUNGSO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO-DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864QZ3-CE6 LF60002215 SAMSUNGSO5

Appendix B 159Audio Codec Test9999995 ONE TIME VENDERALC268 ALC268B Cover Test9999995 ONE TIME VENDERMirror w/Camera Mirror w/CameraBattery Test600019

Chapter 1 7Bottom ViewIndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer

160 Appendix BKeyboard Test820123 DARFON8KB-FV2 White Keyboard 8KB-FV2 White Macles Internal Standard WhiteLAN Test9999995 ONE TIME VENDERRTL8102EL RT

Appendix C 161Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

162 Appendix C

163Numerics3G cover 37AAFLASH Utility 27BBattery Pack 36BIOSpackage 14ROM size 14ROM type 14vendor 14Version 14BIOS Utility 19–27Advanced 22Boot 25Exi

164Mainboard 55media accesson indicator 7Memory Check 80Model Definition 128NNo Display Issue 81num lockon indicator 7OODD Failure 89Online Support In

8 Chapter 1TouchPad BasicsThe following items show you how to use the TouchPad:• Move your finger across the TouchPad (2) to move the cursor.• Press t

Chapter 1 9Using the KeyboardYour Aspire one has a close-to-full-sized keyboard and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, function and sp

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire one Series service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume

Chapter 1 11Special KeyYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1

12 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorSystem ControllerItem SpecificationCPU type Diamondville Atrom series standard voltage

Chapter 1 13System ClockCrystal and OscillatorSystem Memory System StoragePackage• FCBGA• Ball Count: 998 balls• Package Size: 27 mm x 27 mm• Ball pit

14 Chapter 1Hard Disk Drive Interface Thermal Sensor ControlBIOSItem SpecificationVendor & Model NameSegate ST9120817AS Toshiba MK1252GSX WD WD120

Chapter 1 15LCD 8.9” Supply Current Active current =15 mA (Typical)Standby current=4 µA (Typical)Item SpecificationVendor/model name AOU B089AW01 V1Sc

16 Chapter 1KBCAudio Codec and AmplifierLAN InterfaceKeyboardMini CardItem SpecificationChipset WPCE775LFeatures• Host interface, base on Intel's

Chapter 1 17Camera3G CardWireless LANBattery Item SpecificationMaximum Module Form Factor 65*8*4.74 mm3Sensor Type and Resolution Color CMOS, VGA(640x

18 Chapter 1

Chapter 2 19System UtilitiesBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

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20 Chapter 2InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.NOTE: The system information is subject to diff

Chapter 2 21MainThe Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.NOTE: The scree

22 Chapter 2SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below descri

Chapter 2 23Setting a PasswordFollow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Superviso

24 Chapter 2Changing a Password1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password bo

Chapter 2 25BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

26 Chapter 2ExitThe Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.The table below describes the parameters

Chapter 2 27BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features or

28 Chapter 24. In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays.NOTE: If the AC power is not connected, the following message

Chapter 2 29Remove HDD/BIOS UtilityThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:• If you key in wrong HDD password three

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.NOTE Gives bits and piece

30 Chapter 2Remove BIOS Password:If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image below.

Chapter 2 313. Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password.

32 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 33Machine Disassembly and ReplacementThis chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenan

34 Chapter 3General InformationPre-disassembly InstructionsBefore proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:1. Tu

Chapter 3 35External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly FlowchartThe flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the ent

36 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the batte

Chapter 3 37Removing the 3G Cover1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 36.2. Loosen the ten captive screws from the Memo

38 Chapter 3Removing the Keyboard1. Turn the computer rightside up and unlock the three (3) securing latches.2. Grasp the keyboard and lift up to remo

Chapter 3 39Removing the Upper and Lower Covers1. Remove the Battery Pack. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 36.2. Turn the computer upside down

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.1. This Service Guide provides you wi

40 Chapter 35. Remove the five (5) securing screws.6. Grasp the bottom of the upper cover and pry apart.7. Lift the upper cover to remove completely.S

Chapter 3 41 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessLCD Module Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Color Part No.LCD Bezel M2*5 (NL) 6 Black 86.

42 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Module1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper and Lower Covers” on page 39.2. Disconnect the LCD cable from it

Chapter 3 434. Remove the four securing screws from the hinges.5. Tilt the LCD module so it sits at a 90 degree angle.IMPORTANT:Ensure all cables are

44 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Bezel1. Remove the LCD Module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 42.2. Remove the four round and the two semi-rectang

Chapter 3 45Removing the Camera Board1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 44.2. Disconnect the Camera Module cable from its c

46 Chapter 3Removing the MIC Board1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 44.2. Disconnect the MIC cable from its connector as s

Chapter 3 47Removing the LCD Panel1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 44.2. Disconnect the MIC cable. See “Removing the MIC

48 Chapter 36. Hold the LCD Panel from the sides and lift to remove. Place it on a clean surface.Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable1. Remove the

Chapter 3 494. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from the LCD Panel brackets.NOTE: The brackets are paired diagonally and marked as show

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50 Chapter 3Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly FlowchartScrew ListStep Screw Quantity Color Part No.WLAN M2*3 (NL) 1 Black 86.S0207.00

Chapter 3 51Removing the WLAN Module1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 36.2. Remove the securing screw as shown. NOTE: The antenna cables were

52 Chapter 3Removing the USB/LED/Power/Card Reader Board1. Remove the upper cover. See “Removing the Upper and Lower Covers” on page 39.2. Remove the

Chapter 3 534. Disconnect the cable and remove the board.Removing the SSD Module IMPORTANT:The SSD module is only available on the Aspire one SSD SKU.

54 Chapter 34. Remove the two securing screws.5. Remove the SSD module.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeSSD Module M2*3 (NL) 2

Chapter 3 55Removing the Mainboard1. Remove the Upper Cover. See “Removing the Upper and Lower Covers” on page 39.2. Remove the WLAN module. See “Remo

56 Chapter 36. Grip the mainboard and remove.NOTE: The SSD image may differ from the following illustration.Removing the Speaker Module1. Remove the U

Chapter 3 573. Remove the four (4) securing screws (2 on each side).4. Remove the Speaker Module from the upper cover.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeSpe

58 Chapter 3Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module IMPORTANT:The HDD is only available on the Aspire one HDD SKU.1. Remove the mainboard. See “Removing t

Chapter 3 594. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the HDD to the carrier.5. Turn the HDD on its side and pull the carrier away.Step Size

VIITable of ContentsSystem Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Chapter 3Removing the DIMM ModuleIMPORTANT:The Aspire one SSD SKU does not come standard with DIMM modules. The modules are optional components for

Chapter 3 61Removing the Thermal Module1. Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 55.2. Turn the Mainboard CPU side up, and place i

62 Chapter 35. Remove the thermal module.

Chapter 3 63LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable1. Replace the four LCD brackets as shown. IMPORTANT:The indicator

64 Chapter 3Replacing the LCD PanelIMPORTANT:Before installing, take care of the following items:• All cabling must be tucked tightly and close to the

Chapter 3 65Replacing the Mic BoardReplacing the Camera Board1. Replace the Mic board in to the case. 2. Connect the MIC cable as shown.1. Replace the

66 Chapter 3Replacing the LCD Bezel1. Starting from the bottom, locate the bezel correctly and press down the edges until there are no gaps between th

Chapter 3 67Main Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the Thermal ModuleReplacing the DIMM ModuleIMPORTANT:The Aspire one SSD SKU does not come standa

68 Chapter 3Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ModuleIMPORTANT:The HDD is only available on the Aspire one HDD computer SKU.Replacing the Speaker Module1.

Chapter 3 693. Replace the two adhesive strips.

VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Removing the Speaker

70 Chapter 3Replacing the MainboardIMPORTANT:Before replacing the motherboard, take care of the following items:• Check that LED isn’t broken (top of

Chapter 3 71Replacing the SDD ModuleIMPORTANT:The SSD module is only available on the Aspire one SSD computer SKU.1. Place the SDD in the lower case.

72 Chapter 3Replacing the USB/LED/Power/Card Reader BoardIMPORTANT:Before installing the USB board, take care of the following items:• Check that LED

Chapter 3 73Replacing the WLAN BoardReplacing the LCM Module1. Insert the WLAN board in to the socket. 2. Push the board down and replace the securing

74 Chapter 33. Replace the antenna cables in the housing well, as shown.4. Replace the two antenna cables.NOTE: The following is the correct cable-col

Chapter 3 75Replacing the Upper CoverIMPORTANT:While replacing the upper cover, take note of the following items:• Check that the mainboard is tucked

76 Chapter 3Replacing the Keyboard5. Turn the computer upside down and replace the eight securing screws on the bottom panel to attach the upper and l

Chapter 3 77Replacing the 3G coverReplacing the Battery1. Replace the 3G cover. 2. Secure the two captive screws.1. Slide and hold the battery release

78 Chapter 3

Chapter 4 79TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test

IXTable of ContentsClearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113Clearing Password Check . . .

80 Chapter 4Power On IssueIf the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-def

Chapter 4 81No Display IssueIf the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defe

82 Chapter 4No POST or VideoIf the POST or video doesn’t display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Make sure that

Chapter 4 83Abnormal Video DisplayIf video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.1. Reboot the compu

84 Chapter 4LCD FailureIf the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs:Built

Chapter 4 85TouchPad FailureIf the TouchPad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-def

86 Chapter 4• The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is l

Chapter 4 87Internal Microphone FailureIf the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not re

88 Chapter 4HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. D

Chapter 4 89USB Failure (Rightside)If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace