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Acer 5532 System Specifications, Chapter, Features, Operating System, Platform, System Memory

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1

System Specifications

Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:

NOTE: Items denoted with a (*) are available for select models only.

Operating System

•Genuine Windows® Vista™

•Genuine Windows® 7™

Platform

•AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor

•AMD Athlon™ 64 single-core processor

•AMD M780G Chipset

•Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g*

•Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N*

System Memory

•Low-latency, high-bandwidth

•128-bit DDR2 SDRAM controller operating at up to 333 MHz

•On-board memory with up to 2 unbuffered SO-DIMM slots supporting DDR II 667/800.

•Adjustable Maximum 128MB UMA VGA memory shared from North Bridge

•Maximum memory: 2GB per slot; 4GB total

•On-board cache up to 1MB

Display

•15.6" WXGA, HD 720p, 1366x768

•16:9 aspect ratio

Graphics

•ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics

Storage subsystem

•2.5" hard disk drive

•Multi-in-1 card-reader

Optical Drive

•DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive

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Acer 5532 manual System Specifications, Chapter, Features, Operating System, Platform, System Memory, Display, Graphics

Contents

PRINTED IN TAIWAN Aspire Service GuideChapter Revision HistoryUpdates DateDisclaimer CopyrightSCREEN MESSAGES ConventionsPreface Page System Utilities Table of ContentsSystem Specifications Machine Disassembly and ReplacementTroubleshooting Table of ContentsJumper and Connector Locations Table of ContentsTable of Contents Operating System System SpecificationsFeatures ChapterCommunication Dimensions and WeightPower subsystem AudioTemperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non-operating -20 C to 65 C I/O interfaceEnvironment VGA port, 15 pins DC-IN port for adapter RJ-45 Ethernet port for LANChapter System Block DiagramDescription Your Acer Notebook tourFront View IconIcon Closed Front ViewIcon DescriptionIcon Rear ViewLeft View Enable the computer to stay cool, even afterIcon Right ViewBottom View DescriptionDescription IconDescription IndicatorsIcon FunctionRight Button TouchPad BasicsFunction Left ButtonLock key Using the KeyboardLock Keys and embedded numeric keypad Desired accessDescription Windows KeysFunction Hot KeysHotkey IconThe US dollar sign The Euro symbolSpecial Key Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the System UtilitiesSpecification Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSpecification Processor SpecificationsMemory Combinations SpecificationSpecification System MemorySpecification SpecificationWireless Module 802.11b/g/n SpecificationAudio Interface SpecificationPower and Keyboard Controller SpecificationSpecification SpecificationBattery SpecificationPush-push type SpecificationGeneral Features PCI-E interfaceChapter BIOS Setup UtilityNavigating the BIOS Utility System UtilitiesMain Aspire 5532 BIOSInformation BootMain MainBoot InformationMain SecurityBoot InformationConfirm New Password Setting a PasswordRemoving a Password Set Supervisor PasswordSetup Notice Changes have been saved Changing a PasswordSet Supervisor Password Enter New PasswordMain BootBoot InformationMain ExitBoot InformationBIOS Flash Utilities Main DOS Flash UtilityBoot InformationWinFlash Utility UnlockHD Remove HDD/BIOS Password UtilitiesRemove HDD Password Password1. From a DOS prompt, execute clnpwd.exe Removing BIOS PasswordsCleaning BIOS Passwords 2. Press 1 or 2 to clean the desired password shown on the screenUsing Boot Sequence Selector Write Serial Number to EEPROM Using DMIToolsRead DMI Information from Memory Write Product Name to EEPROMUsing the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility Chapter Machine Disassembly and ReplacementDisassembly Requirements Screw Pre-disassembly InstructionsDisassembly Process Main Screw ListStep External Module Disassembly ProcessExternal Modules Disassembly Flowchart Screw ListChapter Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown Chapter Removing the SD Dummy Card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it 2. Pull it out from the slotQuantity Removing the Lower CoversStep SizeQuantity Removing the Optical Drive ModuleStep SizeScrew Type StepSize Quantity4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present Removing the DIMM Modules1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 3. Remove the DIMM module3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board Removing the WLAN Module1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in placeScrew Type StepSize QuantityChapter Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bayScrew Type StepSize QuantityStep Main Unit Disassembly ProcessMain Unit Disassembly Flowchart Screw ListRemoving the Switch Cover 5. Lift the keyboard clear of the Upper Cover Removing the Keyboard1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 4. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the mainboardQuantity Removing the LCD ModuleStep Size4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis Chapter 9. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to expose the Hinge Covers11. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover Screw Type StepSize QuantityQuantity Removing the Upper CoverStep SizeChapter AB C D4. Disconnect the following four 4 cables from the Mainboard 8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FFC cable as shown 5. Disconnect A as shown6. Disconnect C as shown 7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FFC cable as shownScrew Type StepSize QuantitySize Removing the Power BoardPower Board Step3. Remove the adhesive tape from the Speaker cable Removing the Left Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shownQuantity 5. Remove the one 1 securing screw from the Left Speaker ModuleStep SizeChapter Removing the Right Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shownQuantity 5. Remove the one 1 securing screw from the Right Speaker ModuleStep SizeRemoving the TouchPad Bracket Screw Type StepSize QuantityQuantity Removing the MainboardStep SizeChapter Removing the RTC BatteryIMPORTANTFollow local regulations for disposal of all batteries Quantity Removing the Thermal ModuleStep SizeChapter 4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the MainboardQuantity Removing the CPU FanStep SizeChapter 4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shownChapter Removing the CPU1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shownStep LCD Module Disassembly ProcessLCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Screw ListQuantity Removing the LCD BezelStep SizeChapter Removing the Camera Module1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 3. Remove the Camera from the moduleQuantity Removing the LCD PanelStep SizeChapter 5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the moduleQuantity Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC CableStep SizeChapter Removing the Antennas Chapter 5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the coverChapter 9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the coverLocating Pin Locating Pin LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the Antennas 6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna in place Locating Pin Locating PinChapter 9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when correctly installedReplacing the LCD Panel Chapter Chapter Replacing the Camera Module1. Place the camera in the LCD Module 2. Connect the cable to the camera moduleReplacing the LCD Bezel Chapter 2. Replace the four 4 screws and screw caps providedSocket Pin1 LocatorCPU Pin1 Locator Main Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the CPU Replacing the Thermal Module Replacing the CPU FanReplacing the Mainboard Replacing the TouchPad Bracket Chapter Replacing the Right Speaker Module 4. Secure the cable in place with adhesive tape Replacing the Left Speaker Module5. The cable runs as shown when correctly installed Replacing the Upper Cover Replacing the Power BoardChapter 2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place3. Replace the nine 9 screws in the Upper Cover as shown Chapter AB C D4. Replace the three 3 screw caps as shown 5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place 6. Connect A as shown7. Connect C as shown 8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in placeCover Replacing the LCD ModuleRight Screw CoverRear Securing Clips 10. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place Chapter Chapter Chapter Replacing the KeyboardNOTE Ensure that the six 6 locating tabs are correctly seated 3. Press down as indicated to secure the Keyboard in place2. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place Replacing the Switch CoverReplacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the Upper CoverChapter 3. Insert the HDD, as indicated and lower it into place2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place Replacing the WLAN ModuleReplacing the DIMM Modules 1. Insert the DIMM Module in placeReplacing the Lower Covers Replacing the ODD ModuleCover Replacing the SD Dummy Card3. Replace the three 3 screws to secure the covers in place MemoryChapter Replacing the BatteryChapter Chapter TroubleshootingCommon Problems Symptoms VerifiedComputer Shutsdown Intermittently Power On IssueNo POST or Video No Display IssueAbnormal Video Display Random Loss of BIOS SettingsChapter LCD FailureBuilt-In Keyboard Failure Internal Speaker Failure TouchPad Failureb. Select Set up microphone Sound ProblemsMicrophone Problems g. Select Startup Repair HDD Not Operating Correctlyd. Select Repair your computer ODD Not Operating Correctly ODD Failurea. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ AutoPlay Discs Do Not PlayDiscs Do Not Burn Properly Playback is ChoppyDrive Read Failure Drive Not DetectedThermal Unit Failure Wireless Function FailureOther Failures External Mouse FailureUndetermined Problems Intermittent ProblemsPOST Routine Description Post CodesCode BeepsPOST device initialization CodeBeeps POST Routine DescriptionPOST Routine Description CodeBeeps POST Routine Description For Boot Block in Flash ROMCode BeepsDescription Jumper and Connector LocationsTop View ChapterDESCRIPTION Bottom ViewLED3 Power BoardDESCRIPTION LED1Clear CMOS Jumper Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryClearing Password Check Steps for Clearing BIOS Password CheckSteps for BIOS Recovery from USB Storage BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block BIOS Recovery HotkeyChapter Chapter FRU Field Replaceable Unit ListChapter Aspire 5532 Exploded DiagramsMain Assembly Acer P/N DescriptionChapter Base AssemblyDescription Acer P/NChapter Rear AssemblyDescription Acer P/NDescription Aspire 5532 FRU ListCase/Cover/Bracket Assembly CATEGORYAcerPN CATEGORYDescription AcerPN CATEGORYDescription Keyboard CATEGORYDescription AcerPNAcerPN CATEGORYDescription Mainboard CATEGORYDescription AcerPNSpeaker CATEGORYDescription AcerPNChapter Country Model Definition and ConfigurationAppendix A ModelDescription ModelCountry Acer Part NoDescription ModelCountry Acer Part NoDescription ModelCountry Acer Part NoDescription ModelCountry Acer Part NoDescription ModelCountry Acer Part NoDescription ModelCountry Acer Part NoMemory ModelVGA Chip VRAMMemory ModelVGA Chip VRAMMedia Processor ModelHDD 1GB HDD 2GBHDD 1GB Wireless LAN1Bluetooth ModelExtra SW1 Wireless LAN1Bluetooth ModelExtra SW1 Wireless LAN1Bluetooth ModelExtra SW1 Wireless LAN1Bluetooth ModelAppendix A Appendix B Test Compatible ComponentsType Microsoft Windows OS Environment TestBattery VendorDescription VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Description VendorType Modem VendorType DescriptionVGA Chip VendorType DescriptionDescription WiFi AntennaVendor TypeAudio Codec VendorType DescriptionDescription Wireless LANVendor TypeAppendix C Online Support InformationAppendix C Page Page Undetermined Problems 132 Upper Cover Removing Replacing 102 utility TouchPad Bracket Removing Replacing TouchPad Failure TroubleshootingBuilt-in KB Failure EasyTouch Buttons HDTV Switch Internal Speakers LCD Failure No Display ODD Other Failures Power On Thermal Unit