Acer 5920G Series manual BIOS Flash Utility

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BIOS Flash Utility

The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs

New features or options

Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.

NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.

NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.

NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded.

Follow the steps below to run the Phlash.

1.Prepare a bootable diskette.

2.Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette.

3.Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function.

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Contents Aspire 5920G Series Service Guide PRINTED IN TAIWANRevision History Copyright DisclaimerConventions SCREEN MESSAGESPreface Page Chapter System SpecificationsFeatures Operating systemInput devices AudioStorage subsystem CommunicationLine-in jack RF-in port optionalEnvironment TemperatureHumidity non-condensing System Block Diagram 1820 Board LayoutTop View 29 25 26 27Bottom View Subwoofer ConnectorYour Acer Notebook tour Front ViewTo play, pause, record, rewind, fast forward Closed Front ViewButton to launch your internet browser and infrared printer and IR-aware computerAccepts input from external microphones Left ViewAccepts audio line-in devices e.g., audio Connects to a display device e.g., externalRight View Rear viewConnects to an AC adapter Indicators Base viewThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators Easy-Launch Buttons Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is activeIndicates the status of wireless LAN communication Touchpad Basics Using the Keyboard Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypadWindows Keys Hot Keys Windows keyThis key has the same effect as clicking the right Special Key The Euro symbolThe US dollar sign Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordAcer eNet Management Chapter To create new power plan Acer ePower ManagementDC Mode Battery mode AC Mode Adapter modeAcer ePresentation Management Battery statusAcer eDataSecurity Management Chapter Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Getting to know your Acer OrbiCamChanging the Acer OrbiCam resolution Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager Processor Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsBIOS CPU Fan True Value TableSystem Memory Memory CombinationsLAN Interface Bluetooth InterfaceWireless Module 802.11a/b/g/n Modem InterfaceDVD-Dual Interface Audio InterfaceSystem Board Major Chips USB PortPCMCIA Port KeyboardBattery LCD 15.4” inchSpecification System Power ManagementPower Management LCD InverterSecurity System Utilities BIOS Setup UtilityBoot ExitNavigating the BIOS Utility Information Shows system base memory size MainSystem Time Shows extended memory sizeChapter Set User Password SecuritySet Supervisor Password Set Hard Disk PasswordSetting a Password Clear or SetRemoving a Password Changing a PasswordChapter Boot priority order BootBoot Excluded from boot orderExit ExitExit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit Saving ChangesBIOS Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart LCD Module AssemblyWireless LCD BezelRemoving the Battery Pack 1. Unlock the battery lock move the battery lock to the right2. Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery Removing the Memory and Wireless LAN Card Removing the HDD ModuleRemoving the ODD Module Removing the VGA Board and Thermal Module 17. Remove one screw from inside the battery compartment Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module 9. Pull out the wireless LAN antennas from the cable holders as shown 10. Remove the four screws securing the hinges11. Detach the LCD module from the main unit Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case AssemblyDisassembling the Lower Case Assembly Removing the Power Board10. Disconnect the subwoofer cable from the main board Removing the SubwooferRemoving the MDC Card Module 11. Remove the four screws fastening the subwooferRemoving the USB Board Removing the CPURemoving the Main Board Removing the DC Cable and Jack Disassembling the Upper Case AssemblyRemoving the Touchpad Board Removing the Email Board31. Remove the four screws fastening the launch key board Removing the Launch Key BoardRemoving the Speaker 32. Disconnect the launch key board cable as shownDisassembling the LCD Module Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD ModuleDisassembling the ODD Module Chapter Troubleshooting Symptoms VerifiedGo To External CD-ROM Drive Check System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive Check Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckPower System Check Memory checkCheck the Power Adapter Check the Battery Pack Touchpad CheckPower-On Self-Test POST Error Message Index of Error Messages Error Code ListError Message List Error Message List No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Beeps Phoenix BIOS Beep CodesCode POST Routine Description2-1-2-3 Code BeepsPOST Routine Description Beeps Indicator-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related Symptoms Power-Related SymptomsSpeaker-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms Power Management-Related SymptomsPeripheral-Related Symptoms Keyboard/Touchpad-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems Jumper and Connector Locations 182029 25 26 27 Bottom View FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Part Name and Description Aspire Chapla Exploded DiagramCategory Acer Part NoCategory Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category SCREW M1.6*4.0-I NINYLOK