Acer 4732Z/4332 manual System Architecture, Block Diagram

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Chapter 5

System Architecture

This chapter shows the block diagram and board layout of the Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 computer. Procedures for clearing the BIOS and HDD passwords, as well as instructions for BIOS recovery are also provided.

Block Diagram

The core subsystems of the Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 are depicted in the following block diagram.

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Contents Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Revision History Date Chapter UpdatesCopyright Conventions Service Guide Coverage Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Table of Contents Chapter Field Replaceable Unit FRU List Features HardwareComponent Description Software LED Indicators and ButtonsDisplay and Camera Keyboard and Pointing DeviceEnvironmental Requirements Ergonomics and SecuritySystem Tour Top ViewIcon Component Function Closed Front View HotkeysHotkey Icon Function Description Rear View Left ViewComponent Function Base View Right ViewSpecifications SpecificationVideo Ethernet Wireless LANBluetooth AudioSystem Memory Memory ModuleElpida Hynix Micron Nanya Samsung GB HDD Hard Disk DriveMK5055GSX WD5000BEVT Optical Disc Drive Specification Brand Delta Hipro Lite-OnADP-65JH DB a Acpi mode DescriptionSystem Utilities Phoenix SecureCore Setup UtilityKBC Accessing the Setup UtilityNavigating through the Setup Utility Setup Utility MenusKey Function Field Description InformationField Description Value EnabledDisabled MainField Description Value SecuritySetting a system password Resetting a system password IDE0 BootField Description ExitKgf-cm In-lb Disassembly ToolsStages of the Disassembly Process Equivalent Torque ValuesPre-disassembly Procedure System Screw ListCode Part Number Type Color External Modules Disassembly Flowchart External Modules DisassemblyRemoving the xD Dummy Card Removing the Battery PackType Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Lower Case CoverRemoving the Memory Modules Removing the Hard Disk Drive Removing the Wlan Module Type Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Optical Disc Drive Remove the screw securing the ODD bracket Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Main Unit DisassemblyRemoving the Keyboard Removing the Middle CoverRemoving the LCD Module Page Type Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Upper Case M2 x L4 Black Kgf-cm 86.00E13.524 Removing the Speakers Removing the Power Board Removing the Touchpad Board Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Removing the Mainboard Removing the Heat Sink Fan HSF AssemblyRemoving the Processor Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD Module DisassemblyRemoving the LCD Bezel Removing the Lid Magnet Removing the LCD Panel Removing the LCD-CCD Coaxial Cable Removing the Wlan Antennas Removing the LCD Panel BracketsRemoving the CCD Board Post Error Indicators Post Error MessagesError Messages Check or do the following in sequence Post Code Beeps Post Routine Description Post Beep CodesCode Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM Bios Beep Codes for Boot Block in Flash ROMKeyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Troubleshooting ProcedureSystem Check Procedures External CD/DVD-ROM Drive CheckMemory Check Power System CheckIntermittent Problems Undetermined ProblemsTouchpad Check Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide System Architecture Block DiagramCode Component Mainboard LayoutBottom View To clear a Bios password Clearing a Bios PasswordBios Recovery Creating the Bios Crisis Recovery DiskUnlocking the HDD Performing a Bios Recovery Field Replaceable Unit FRU List Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Exploded Diagram Component Part Name Part Number Continuation HDD 160GB 5400RPM Sata Seagate ST9160310AS F Adapter Power cordAcer Aspire 4732Z/4332 FRU List Category Part Name Part NumberBoards Battery packCables Case/cover/bracket assemblyLED LCD Cover 14 IMR Blue W/ANTENNA*2 Heat sink fan assembly Memory moduleProcessor Hard disk drive DVD-RW driveKeyboard Category Part Name Part Number Model Definition and Configurations Compatible Device Display Port TestUSB Port Test Wlan Access Point Test Line-out Jack TestMemory Card Test MMC, SD, xD, MS, MS Pro Compatible Software Online Support Information Index Components list 78 exploded view Connector Sleep mode Description 14 hotkey Software specifications