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Troubleshooting
Specs
Install
System Block Diagram
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Model Definition and Configuration
Wireless Module 802.11b/g/Draft-N
Power On Issue
BIOS Setup Utility
Pre-disassembly Instructions
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System Block Diagram
Chapter 1
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Contents
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Aspire 7715Z/7315 Series Service Guide
Updates
Revision History
Date
Chapter
Disclaimer
Copyright
SCREEN MESSAGES
Conventions
Preface
Page
System Specifications
Table of Contents
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
System Utilities
Troubleshooting
Table of Contents
Jumper and Connector Locations
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Features
System Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
Chapter
Communication
Power subsystem
Privacy control
Special keys and controls
Chapter
System Block Diagram
Front View
Your Acer Notebook tour
Icon
Description
Icon
Closed Front View
Description
Icon
Left View
Rear View
Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use
Description
Bottom View
Right View
Description
Icon
Icon
Indicators
Description
Icon
Function
TouchPad Basics
Left Button
Right Button
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad
Using the Keyboard
Desired access
Lock key
Description
Windows Keys
Hotkey
Hot Keys
Icon
Function
Specification
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor Specifications
Specification
BIOS
Specification
Specification
Specification
Wireless Module 802.11b/g/Draft-N
Specification
Specification
Memory Combinations
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Specification
Specification
Specification
Power Requirement
Super-Multi Drive Module
Specification
Power and Keyboard Controller
Battery
Specification
Specification
Specification
LCD 17”
Card Reader
Chapter
Navigating the BIOS Utility
BIOS Setup Utility
System Utilities
Chapter
Information
HM70-MV Intel BIOS
4095 MB
Main
512 MB
Advanced
Description
Parameter
Submenu Items
Supervisor Password Is
Security
Disabled
Clear
Removing a Password
Setting a Password
Set Supervisor Password
Confirm New Password
Set Supervisor Password
Changing a Password
Enter New Password
Setup Notice Changes have been saved
various CPU parameters
Power
Description
Parameter
Submenu Items
Boot
Exit
BIOS Flash Utilities
DOS Flash Utility
Chapter
Plug in the AC power to continue
2. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays
WinFlash Utility
Perform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility
1. Double-click the WinFlash executable
Remove HDD Password
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities
Password
UnlockHD
Cleaning BIOS Passwords
Removing BIOS Passwords
Using Boot Sequence Selector
Read DMI Information from Memory
Using DMITools
Write Product Name to EEPROM
Write Serial Number to EEPROM
Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility
Chapter
Disassembly Requirements
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Chapter
Disassembly Process
Pre-disassembly Instructions
Main Screw List
Screw
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
External Module Disassembly Process
Screw List
Step
1. Turn computer over. Slide the battery lock in the direction shown
Removing the Battery Pack
Chapter
1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it
Removing the SD Dummy Card
2. Pull it out from the slot
Chapter
Step
Removing the Lower Covers
Size
Quantity
Step
Removing the Optical Drive Module
Size
Quantity
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page
Removing the DIMM Modules
3. Remove the DIMM module
4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present
1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page
Removing the WLAN Module
2. Remove the adhesive tape securing the Antenna cables in place
3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN Board
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
3. Lift the HDD Module clear of the HDD bay
Chapter
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
Main Unit Disassembly Process
Screw List
Step
Removing the Switch Cover
1. See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page
Removing the Keyboard
4. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the mainboard
5. Lift the keyboard clear of the Upper Cover
Step
Removing the LCD Module
Size
Quantity
4. Stand the computer on the LCD Panel and pull the Antenna cables completely through the chassis
11. Repeat the process for the right side Hinge Cover
9. Open the LCD Panel to the full extent to expose the Hinge Covers
Chapter
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Step
Removing the Upper Cover
Size
Quantity
4. Disconnect the following four cables from the Mainboard
AB C D
Chapter
6. Disconnect C as shown
5. Disconnect A as shown
7. Release the locking latch on B and remove the FFC cable as shown
8. Release the locking latch on D and remove the FFC cable as shown
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Power Board
Removing the Power Board
Step
Size
1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page
Removing the Left Speaker Module
2. Locate the Left Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown
3. Remove the adhesive tape from the Speaker cable
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page
Removing the Right Speaker Module
2. Locate the Right Speaker Module on the Upper Cover as shown
Chapter
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Removing the TouchPad Bracket
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Step
Removing the Mainboard
Size
Quantity
IMPORTANTFollow local regulations for disposal of all batteries
Removing the RTC Battery
Chapter
Step
Removing the Thermal Module
Size
Quantity
Chapter
4. Using both hands, lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard
Step
Removing the CPU Fan
Size
Quantity
Chapter
4. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard as shown
1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page
Removing the CPU
3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown
Chapter
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
LCD Module Disassembly Process
Screw List
Step
Step
Removing the LCD Bezel
Size
Quantity
1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page
Removing the Camera Module
3. Remove the Camera from the module
Chapter
Step
Removing the LCD Panel
Size
Quantity
Chapter
5. Lift the LCD Panel clear of the module
Step
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable
Size
Quantity
Chapter
Removing the Antennas
Chapter
5. Lift the left Antenna clear of the cover
Chapter
9. Lift the right Antenna clear of the cover
Replacing the Antennas
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure
Locating Pin Locating Pin
6. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the Antenna in place
Locating Pin Locating Pin
Chapter
9. The Antennas and cables appear as shown when correctly installed
Replacing the LCD Panel
Chapter
1. Place the camera in the LCD Module
Replacing the Camera Module
2. Connect the cable to the camera module
Chapter
Replacing the LCD Bezel
Chapter
2. Replace the four screws and screw caps provided
Replacing the CPU
Main Module Reassembly Procedure
Socket
Pin1 Locator
Replacing the Thermal Module
Replacing the CPU Fan
Replacing the Mainboard
Replacing the TouchPad Bracket
Chapter
Replacing the Right Speaker Module
5. The cable runs as shown when correctly installed
Replacing the Left Speaker Module
4. Secure the cable in place with adhesive tape
Replacing the Upper Cover
Replacing the Power Board
3. Replace the nine screws in the Upper Cover as shown
2. Press down around the edges to secure it in place
Chapter
4. Replace the three screw caps as shown
AB C D
5. Connect the following cables to the Mainboard
Chapter
7. Connect C as shown
6. Connect A as shown
8. Connect B and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place
9. Connect D and close the locking latch to secure the cable in place
Right Screw
Replacing the LCD Module
Cover
Cover
Rear Securing Clips
10. Replace the adhesive strip to secure the cable in place
Chapter
Chapter
17. Replace the two screws securing the LCD Module to the Lower Cover
NOTE Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated
Replacing the Keyboard
3. Press down as indicated to secure the Keyboard in place
Chapter
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module
Replacing the Switch Cover
1. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to the Upper Cover
2. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place
Chapter
3. Insert the HDD, as indicated and lower it into place
Replacing the DIMM Modules
Replacing the WLAN Module
1. Insert the DIMM Module in place
2. Press down to lock the DIMM module in place
Replacing the Lower Covers
Replacing the ODD Module
3. Replace the three screws to secure the covers in place
Replacing the SD Dummy Card
Memory
Cover
Chapter
Replacing the Battery
Chapter
Common Problems
Troubleshooting
Symptoms Verified
Chapter
Computer Shutsdown Intermittently
Power On Issue
No POST or Video
No Display Issue
Abnormal Video Display
Random Loss of BIOS Settings
Built-In Keyboard Failure
LCD Failure
Chapter
Internal Speaker Failure
TouchPad Failure
Microphone Problems
Sound Problems
b. Select Set up microphone
d. Select Repair your computer
HDD Not Operating Correctly
g. Select Startup Repair
ODD Not Operating Correctly
ODD Failure
Discs Do Not Burn Properly
Discs Do Not Play
Playback is Choppy
a. Navigate to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ AutoPlay
Drive Read Failure
Drive Not Detected
Thermal Unit Failure
Wireless Function Failure
Other Failures
External Mouse Failure
Undetermined Problems
Intermittent Problems
Memory
Post Codes
Code
Description
Code
BDS & Specific action
Description
Code
Code
Report that ExitBootServices has been called
Description
0xF8
Each Driver entry point used in 80PORT
Each PEIM entry point used in 80PORT
Code
Description
Description
Code
Description
Code
Description
Code
Code
Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80PORT
Description
Top View
Jumper and Connector Locations
Chapter
Description
DESCRIPTION
Bottom View
LS-4852P ODD Board
Power Board
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
LS-4854P Lid Board
LS-4853P Battery Board
M/B Connector
Lid Switch
Clearing Password Check
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check
Clear CMOS Jumper
BIOS Recovery Boot Block
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
BIOS Recovery Hotkey
Steps for BIOS Recovery from USB Storage
Chapter
FRU Field Replaceable Unit List
Main Assembly
Aspire 7715Z/7315 Exploded Diagrams
Description
Acer P/N
Description
Base Assembly
Acer P/N
Chapter
Description
Rear Assembly
Acer P/N
Chapter
BATTERY
Aspire 7715Z/7315 FRU List
CATEGORY
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY
DESCRIPTION
AcerPN
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
AcerPN
CPU/PROCESSOR
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
AcerPN
DVD DRIVE
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
AcerPN
KEYBOARD
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
AcerPN
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
AcerPN
MAINBOARD
DESCRIPTION
CATEGORY
AcerPN
HEATSINK
CATEGORY
Screw List
DESCRIPTION
Acer PN
Appendix A
Model Definition and Configuration
Wireless LAN1
Aspire
Bluetooth
Model
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN1
Model
Acer Part No
Model
Aspire 7715Z
Acer Part No
Country
Acer Part No
Model
Country
Description
Acer Part No
Model
Country
Description
Acer Part No
Model
Country
Description
Acer Part No
Model
Country
Description
Acer Part No
Model
VRAM
Memory
Acer Part No
Model
VRAM
Memory
Acer Part No
Model
VRAM
Memory
Acer Part No
Model
Memory
Memory
Acer Part No
Model
Memory
Memory
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN1
Model
Acer Part No
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN1
Model
Acer Part No
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN1
Model
Acer Part No
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN1
Model
Acer Part No
Appendix B
Test Compatible Components
Battery
Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test
Vendor
Description
Description
Vendor
Acer P/N
Keyboard
Description
Vendor
Acer P/N
Northbridge Chipset
Appendix C
Online Support Information
Appendix C
Index
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