Acer 5920G Series manual Removing the HDD Module, Removing the ODD Module

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Removing the HDD Modules/ODD Module/Memory/Wireless LAN Card/VGA Board/Thermal Module and the LCD Module

To access the intenal laptop components, you have to first remove the back panel.

1.Remove the nine screws fastening the back panel.

2.Lift the back panel up as shown.

Removing the HDD Module

3.Pull out the HDD tab.

4.Pull up the HDD module by the two brackets as shown.

5.Pull out the HDD module as shown.

Removing the ODD Module

6.Remove the screw fastening the ODD module.

7.Use a flat screwdriver to gently push out the ODD module.

Removing the Memory and Wireless LAN Card

8.Pull out the snaps securing the memory in place. The memory will pop up.

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Contents Aspire 5920G Series Service Guide PRINTED IN TAIWANRevision History Copyright DisclaimerConventions SCREEN MESSAGESPreface Page System Specifications FeaturesChapter Operating systemAudio Storage subsystemInput devices CommunicationLine-in jack RF-in port optionalEnvironment TemperatureHumidity non-condensing System Block Diagram Board Layout Top View1820 29 25 26 27Bottom View Subwoofer ConnectorYour Acer Notebook tour Front ViewClosed Front View Button to launch your internet browser andTo play, pause, record, rewind, fast forward infrared printer and IR-aware computerLeft View Accepts audio line-in devices e.g., audioAccepts input from external microphones 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 Acer ePower Management DC Mode Battery modeTo create new power plan 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 Hardware Specifications and Configurations BIOSProcessor CPU Fan True Value TableSystem Memory Memory CombinationsBluetooth Interface Wireless Module 802.11a/b/g/nLAN Interface Modem InterfaceDVD-Dual Interface Audio InterfaceUSB Port PCMCIA PortSystem Board Major Chips KeyboardBattery LCD 15.4” inchSystem Power Management Power ManagementSpecification LCD InverterSystem Utilities BIOS Setup Utility BootSecurity ExitNavigating the BIOS Utility Information Main System TimeShows system base memory size Shows extended memory sizeChapter Security Set Supervisor PasswordSet User Password Set Hard Disk PasswordSetting a Password Clear or SetRemoving a Password Changing a PasswordChapter Boot BootBoot priority order Excluded from boot orderExit Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup DefaultsExit Exit Saving ChangesBIOS Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart Assembly WirelessLCD Module 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 Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly Disassembling the Lower Case AssemblyDisassembling the Main Unit Removing the Power BoardRemoving the Subwoofer Removing the MDC Card Module10. Disconnect the subwoofer cable from the main board 11. Remove the four screws fastening the subwooferRemoving the USB Board Removing the CPURemoving the Main Board Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Removing the Touchpad BoardRemoving the DC Cable and Jack Removing the Email BoardRemoving the Launch Key Board Removing the Speaker31. Remove the four screws fastening the launch key board 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 System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive CheckExternal CD-ROM 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 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes CodeBeeps POST Routine Description2-1-2-3 Code BeepsPOST Routine Description Chapter Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related SymptomsIndicator-Related Symptoms Power-Related SymptomsPCMCIA-Related Symptoms Memory-Related SymptomsSpeaker-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 Aspire Chapla Exploded Diagram CategoryPart Name and Description 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