Acer KB.I0800.004 Technical Information

Aspire one SeriesService Guide

XTable of Contents

90 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Bezel1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 63.2. Remove the six screw caps and screws from the LCD Bezel.3. Starting f

Chapter 3 914. Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module.

92 Chapter 3Removing the Camera Board1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 90.2. Disconnect the cable from the Camera Board as shown.3. Remove the C

Chapter 3 93Removing the Microphone Board1. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 90.2. Disconnect the cable from the Microphone Board as shown.3. Remo

94 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Panel1. See “Removing the Camera Board” on page 92.2. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD Panel.3. Hold the LCD P

Chapter 3 95Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable1. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page 94.2. Remove the four securing screws (two each side) from

96 Chapter 34. Turn the LCD panel over on a clean surface. Lift the cable to release the adhesive strips securing the cable to the panel.5. Carefully

Chapter 3 977. Disconnect the cable from the LCD panel as shown.

98 Chapter 3Removing the AntennasNOTE: These disassembly procedures feature the 3G model only, therefore there are four antenna cables (white, black,

Chapter 3 994. Remove the cable from the securing clips as shown.5. Remove the lid sensor magnet from the LCD Module and lift the 3G Antenna cable com

Chapter 1 1System SpecificationsFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Operating System• Microsoft Windows® XP™ / LinuxPlatf

100 Chapter 37. Remove the combined 3G and WLAN cables from the cable channel as shown. Ensure that the cable is free of all securing clips.8. Lift th

Chapter 3 10110. Remove the adhesive tape securing the white WLAN cable to the module.11. Lift the adhesive pad securing the Antenna pad to the module

102 Chapter 3LCD Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the Antennas1. Replace the combined 3G and WLAN Antenna pad as shown. Press down the pad and adh

Chapter 3 1035. Run the combined 3G and WLAN Antenna cable along the LCD Module using all available cable clips.6. Replace the 3G Antenna pad as shown

104 Chapter 39. Run the 3G Antenna cable along the bottom edge of the LCD Module as shown, using all available cable clips.10. The LCD Module appears

Chapter 3 105Replacing the LCD Cable and Brackets1. Insert the LCD Cable into the panel connector as shown.2. Secure the connector by replacing the ad

106 Chapter 35. Align the screw holes and replace the left and right LCD brackets as shown.6. Secure the brackets to the panel using four bracket scre

Chapter 3 107Replacing the LCD Panel1. Replace the LCD Panel top edge first as shown. Ensure that the locating pins on the top edge of the brackets ar

108 Chapter 3Replacing the Microphone BoardReplacing the Camera Board1. Place the Microphone Board in the LCD Module and press down to secure it in pl

Chapter 3 109Replacing the LCD Bezel1. Replace the bezel top edge first as shown.2. Starting at the hinge wells, ensure that the Antenna and LCD power

2 Chapter 1• Acer Email•Wireless• Manufacturing option: Mini-card slot• 802.11b/g support• Two built-in Antenna• Antenna: Has to be placed on the top

110 Chapter 34. Press down around the edges of the bezel to secure it in place.5. Replace the six screws and screw caps.

Chapter 3 111Lower Cover Reassembly ProcedureIMPORTANT: The Lower Cover reassembly procedure is split in to two separate sections for the SSD and HDD

112 Chapter 3Replacing the Thermal ModuleIMPORTANT: Ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal Module.The following thermal pads a

Chapter 3 113Replacing the RTC BatteryReplacing the Mainboard1. Insert the RTC Battery in to the Mainboard socket as shown.2. Press down to secure it

114 Chapter 3Replacing the SSD ModuleReplacing the Bluetooth Module1. Place the SSD in the carrier as shown. 2. Replace the two securing screws.3. Ins

Chapter 3 1153. Run the Bluetooth cable along the Lower Cover as shown, using all the available cable clips.4. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Main

116 Chapter 3Replacing the Speaker Module1. Align the screws on the Speaker Modules and the Lower Cover.2. Replace the left and right Speakers as show

Chapter 3 117Replacing the LED Board4. Connect the Speaker cable to the Mainboard connector.5. Replace the three securing screws.1. Place the LED Boar

118 Chapter 32. Replace the two securing screws.3. Connect the FFC to the LED Board and close the locking latch.4. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard an

Chapter 3 119HDD SKU Reassembly ProcedureIMPORTANT: The procedures for replacing the CPU Fan, Thermal Module, RTC Battery, and Mainboard are identical

Chapter 1 3Environment• Temperature:• Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C• Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C• Humidity (non-condensing):• Operating: 20% to 80%• Non

120 Chapter 3Replacing the Bluetooth Module1. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth Module.2. Place the Bluetooth Module in the Lower Cover as

Chapter 3 121Replacing the Speaker Module1. Align the screws on the Speaker Modules and the Lower Cover.2. Replace the left and right Speakers as show

122 Chapter 3Replacing the LED Board5. Connect the Speaker cable to the Mainboard connector.6. Replace the three securing screws.1. Place the LED Boar

Chapter 3 1232. Replace the two securing screws.3. Connect the FFC to the LED Board and close the locking latch.4. Connect the FFC to the Mainboard an

124 Chapter 3Upper Cover Reassembly ProcessReplacing the LCD Module1. Place the LCD Module on the Lower Cover and secure it in place with the two scre

Chapter 3 1253. Pass the Antenna cables through the Lower Cover as shown.NOTE: The yellow and blue cables are only present on the 3G models.4. The Low

126 Chapter 3Replacing the TouchPad FFC1. Insert the FFC in to the TouchPad connector. 2. Close the locking latch to secure the cable in place.

Chapter 3 127Replacing the Button Board1. Place the Button Board rear edge first on to the Upper Cover to engage the securing clips.2. Replace the two

128 Chapter 36. Insert the FFC in to the Button Board and close the locking latch.

Chapter 3 129Replacing the Power Board1. Place the Power Board front edge first on to the Upper Cover to seat the locating pin.2. Replace the two secu

4 Chapter 1System Block DiagramFSBFSBGraphics InterfacesDDR SYSTEM MEMORYPCI-ENBSB(ICH7M)DMIIntel DiamondvilleFSB(533/667MHZ)Channel A DDR IIAzaliaCha

130 Chapter 3Replacing the Upper Cover1. Place the Upper Cover on the Lower Cover rear edge first as shown.2. Lower the Upper Cover in to place as sho

Chapter 3 1317. Close the lid and replace the left hinge cover as shown.8. Replace the right hinge cover as shown.9. Replace the two securing screws i

132 Chapter 310. Reconnect the following cables to the Mainboard.Connect A to the Mainboard. Secure the locking latch on A as shown.Connect B to the M

Chapter 3 13311. Replace the nine securing screws in the Upper Cover.NOTE: Ensure the correct screw type is used for each hole. Red callout: M2*5, Gre

134 Chapter 3Replacing the Keyboard1. Turn the computer over. Insert the Keyboard FFC in to the Mainboard connector.2. Close the FFC locking latch as

Chapter 3 135Replacing the 3G Module4. Press the Keyboard down as shown to engage the three securing clips.1. Turn the computer over. Insert the 3G Mo

136 Chapter 3Replacing the WLAN ModuleReplacing the DIMM Module1. Insert the WLAN Module in to the WLAN socket. 2. Replace the single securing screw.3

Chapter 3 137Replacing the Lower Covers1. Replace the Wireless Cover and press down around the perimeter to snap it in to place.2. Replace the Memory

138 Chapter 3Replacing the SD Dummy CardReplacing the Battery1. Insert the SD Dummy Card as shown. 2. Press the card in to the slot until it clicks in

Chapter 4 139TroubleshootingCommon ProblemsUse the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to tes

Chapter 1 5Your Acer Notebook tourAfter knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.Front ViewNo. Icon Item Description1

140 Chapter 4Power On IssueIf the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-de

Chapter 4 141No Display IssueIf the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-def

142 Chapter 4If the POST or video appears on the external display, see “LCD Failure” on page 143.5. Disconnect power and all external devices includin

Chapter 4 143If the BIOS settings are still lost, replace the cables.4. If HDD information is missing from the BIOS, the drive may be defective and sh

144 Chapter 4TouchPad FailureIf the TouchPad doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-de

Chapter 4 145• The device is properly installed. • There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is

146 Chapter 4Internal Microphone FailureIf the internal Microphone fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not r

Chapter 4 147HDD Not Operating CorrectlyIf the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1.

148 Chapter 4USB Failure (Rightside)If the rightside USB port fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replac

Chapter 4 149External Mouse FailureIf an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Try an alternati

6 Chapter 1Closed Front ViewLeft View7Battery/Bluetooth/3G/Wireless LAN communication indicatorIndicates the status of Battery/ Bluetooth/3G Wireless

150 Chapter 4Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defe

Chapter 4 151POST Code Reference TablesThese tables describe the POST codes and components of the POST process. Sec:NO_EVICTION_MODE_DEBUG EQU 1 (Comm

152 Chapter 4BDS & Specific action:0x27 Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers0x28 Enable all clocks on populated rows0x29 Perform JEDEC memory initializ

Chapter 4 1530xF8 Report that ExitBootServices () has been called0xF9 Runtime driver set virtual address mapCode Description

154 Chapter 4Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORTEach Driver entry point used in 80_PORTCode Description0x000x01 PEI_EVENT_LOG0x02 PEI_OEM_SERVICE0x0

Chapter 4 1550x3B MONOTONIC_COUNTER0x3C WATCH_DOG_TIMER0x3D SECURITY_STUB0x3E DXE_CPU_IO0x3F CF9_RESET0x40 PC_RTC0x41 STATUS_CODE0x42 VARIABLE 0x43 EM

156 Chapter 40x66 BIOS_KEYBOARD0x67 BIOS_VEDIO0x68 MONITER_KEY0x69 LEGACY_BIOS0x6A LEGACY_BIOS_PLATFORM0x6B PCI_PLATFORM0x6C ISA_FLOOPY0x6D PS2_MOUSE0

Chapter 4 1570x91 DXE_0x91 PXE_BC0x92 PXE_DHCP40x93 EBC0x94~0x9F RESERVED0xA0 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO0xA1 DXE_H2O_DEBUG_IO0xA2 DXE_TPM_TCG0xA3 DXE_TPM_PHYSIC

158 Chapter 4Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORTCode Description0xC0 SMM_ACCESS0xC2 SMM_CONTROL0xC1 SMM_BASE0xC3 SMMAP0xC4 SMMCORE0xC5 SMM_DISP

Chapter 5 159Jumper and Connector LocationsTop ViewItem Description Item DescriptionCN1 SD card connector CN21 Headphone connectorCN2 LVDS connector C

Chapter 1 7Right View4 Ventilation slots and cooling fanEnable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.Note: Do not cover or obstruct the

160 Chapter 5Bottom ViewItem Description Item DescriptionCN11 Card reader connector U16 SD card reader chipsetCN12 RTC connector U18 Intel ICH7MCN13 D

Chapter 5 161Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryThis section provides you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recove

162 Chapter 5BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block:BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the syste

Chapter 6 163FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire one.

164 Chapter 6Aspire one Exploded DiagramsMain AssemblyItem Description Part Number1 UPPER CASE ASSY BLACK W/TP FFC FOR BT WF 60.S7507.001UPPER CASE A

Chapter 6 165Base AssemblyItem Description Part Number1 LOWER CASE ASSY BLACK W/SPEAKER BT CABLE FOR SSD/HDD1.8 BT WF60.S6407.001LOWER CASE ASSY BLACK

166 Chapter 6LCD AssemblyItem Description Part Number1 LCD COVER ASSY BLACK W/WL ANTENNA 60.S7507.005LCD COVER ASSY BLACK W/3G WLAN ANTENNA 60.S6507.0

Chapter 6 167Aspire one FRU ListCATEGORY PARTNAME ACERPARTNO.ADAPTERADAPTER LITE-ON 30W 1.7X5.5X11 BLACK PA-1300-04AC LF AP.03003.001ADAPTER DELTA 30W

168 Chapter 6POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS 27.TAXV7.001POWER CORD JAPANESE 27.TAXV7.003POWER CORD BRAZIL IMETRO 3 PIN 27.S0607.001LCD CABLE FOR CCD 50.S6507

Chapter 6 169LCD COVER ASSY BLACK W/WL ANTENNA 60.S7507.005LCD COVER ASSY BLACK W/3G WLAN ANTENNA 60.S6507.005LCD BEZEL ASSY BLACK 60.S6507.006LCD HIN

8 Chapter 1Bottom ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.Note: The battery shown is for reference only. Yo

170 Chapter 6HDD/SSD 1.8 BRACKET 33.S6407.001KEYBOARDKEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 BLACK MACLES 84KS BLACK US INTERNATIONALKB.INT00.513KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 BLACK MACLE

Chapter 6 171KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 BLACK MACLES 85KS BLACK ARABIC/FRENCHKB.I0800.004KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 BLACK MACLES 85KS BLACK LUXEMBOURGISHKB.INT00.527KEYBO

172 Chapter 6KEYBOARD 8KB-FV2 WHITE MACLES 88KS WHITE JAPANESEKB.INT00.704KEYBOARD 8KB-FV1 WHITE MACLES 85KS WHITE CZECH/SLOVAKKB.INT00.705KEYBOARD 8K

Chapter 6 173Screw ListFAN MODULE 23.S6507.001MISCELLANEOUSLCD BEZEL RUBBER 47.S0207.001RUBBER FOOT - BACK 47.S6507.001RUBBER FOOT - FRONT L 47.S6507.

Appendix A 174Model Definition and ConfigurationAspire one SeriesModel RO Country Acer Part No Description CPUBluetooth AO531f-0BG WW WW S2.S640B.001

175 Appendix AAO531h-1B AAP Vietnam LU.S750B.009 AO531h-1B AOXPHSTVN1 MC UMACkk 1*1G/160/BT/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_BAG_AN_EN12ATMN280B BT 2.0AO531h-0B AAP Sing

Appendix A 176AO531h-1BG WW GCTWN S2.S650B.003 AO531h-1BG AOXPHSTWW1 MC UMAGCkk 1*1G/160/BT/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_3G_ENX1_UNDP-1ATMN280B BT 2.0AO531h-1BG WW W

177 Appendix AAO531h-0BG EMEA Eastern EuropeLU.S650B.039 AO531h-0BG AOXPHSTEU7 MC UMAGCkk 1*1G/160/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_3G_EN11ATMN270B NAO531h-0BG EMEA East

Appendix A 178AO531h-0BG EMEA Austria LU.S650B.037 AO531h-0BG AOXPHSTAT1 MC UMAGCkk 1*1G/160/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_3G_DE11ATMN270B NAO531h-0BG EMEA Germany LU

177 Appendix AAO531h-0BG EMEA Eastern EuropeLU.S650B.039 AO531h-0BG AOXPHSTEU7 MC UMAGCkk 1*1G/160/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_3G_EN11ATMN270B NAO531h-0BG EMEA East

Chapter 1 9IndicatorsThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is closed.

Appendix A 180AO531h-0BG EMEA UK LU.S650B.002 AO531h-0BG AOXPHSTGB1 MC UMAGCkk 1*1G/160/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_3G_EN12ATMN270B NAO531h-0BG EMEA Turkey LU.S650B

181 Appendix AAO531h-0B NLED10.1WSVGAG SO1GBII6 N N160GB5.4KS N 3rd WiFi BGAO531h-1BG NLED10.1WSVGAG SO1GBII6 N N160GB5.4KS N 3rd WiFi BGAO531h-1BG NL

Appendix A 180AO531h-0BG EMEA UK LU.S650B.002 AO531h-0BG AOXPHSTGB1 MC UMAGCkk 1*1G/160/3L/CB_bg_0.3D_3G_EN12ATMN270B NAO531h-0BG EMEA Turkey LU.S650B

Appendix B 183Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

184 Appendix BWindows XP Environment TestBOM_Name Vendor Type Description3GAO531f_UMAGCkkUNDP-1 3G UNDP-1AO531f_UMAGCkkOption GTM382E Option 3G GTM382

Appendix B 185AO531f_UMAGCkkPANASONIC 3CELL2.2 Battery PANASONIC UM-2009AW Li-Ion 3S1P PANASONIC 3 cell 2200mAh Main COMMON whiteAO531f_UMAGCkkSIMPLO

186 Appendix BAO531h_UMACkkPANASONIC 3CELL2.2 Battery PANASONIC UM-2009AW Li-Ion 3S1P PANASONIC 3 cell 2200mAh Main COMMON whiteAO531h_UMACkkSIMPLO 3C

Appendix B 187AO531h_UMAGCkkPANASONIC 3CELL2.2 Battery PANASONIC UM-2009AW Li-Ion 3S1P PANASONIC 3 cell 2200mAh Main COMMON whiteAO531h_UMAGCkkSIMPLO

188 Appendix BAO531h_UMAGCkkSuyin 0.3M LDV Suyin Camera Rose_2GCPU/ProcessorAO531f_UMAGCkkINTEL ATMN270B CPU Intel Atom N270 1.6G 512K 533 2.5WAO531f_

Appendix B 189AO531h_UMACkkNone 8KB-FV1 Black Keyboard 8KB-FV1 Black Macles StandardAO531h_UMACkkNone L8KB-FV1 Black Keyboard 8KB-FV1L Black Macles St

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire one Series service guide.Date Chapter Updates

10 Chapter 1TouchPad BasicsThe following items show you how to use the TouchPad:• Move your finger across the TouchPad (1) to move the cursor.• Press

190 Appendix BAO531h_UMAGCkkCMO NLED10.1WSVGAG LED LCD CMO 10.1" WSVGA Glare N101L6-L02 C2 (3G) LF 200nit 10ms 650:1MemoryAO531f_UMAGCkkNANYA SO1

Appendix B 191AO531h_UMACkkINTEL 945GSE NB Chipset Intel CS QG82945GSE MM#897840AO531h_UMAGCkkINTEL 945GSE NB Chipset Intel CS QG82945GSE MM#897840Sou

192 Appendix B

Appendix C 193Online Support InformationThis section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you

194 Appendix C

195Numerics3G AntennasRemoving 98Replacing 1023G ModuleRemoving 48Replacing 135AAntennasRemoving 98Replacing 102BBatteryReplacing 138Battery PackRemov

196Intermittent Problems 150Internal Microphone Failure 146Internal Speaker Failure 144JJumper and Connector Locations 159Top View 159KKeyboardRemovin

197Replacing (SSD) 116speakershotkey 13SSD ModuleReplacing 114SSD SKU Disassembly Procedure 66SSD SKU Reassembly Procedure 111SystemBlock Diagram 4TTe

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Chapter 1 11Using the KeyboardYour Aspire one has a close-to-full-sized keyboard and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, function and s

12 Chapter 1Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the s

Chapter 1 13Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume

14 Chapter 1Special KeyYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1

Chapter 1 15Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorProcessor SpecificationsCPU Fan Tru Value Table• Throttling 50%: On= 84°C; OFF=86°C• OS

16 Chapter 1System Memory System StorageHard Disk Drive InterfaceItem SpecificationMemory controller Built inMemory size 1GB DDR2 RAM DIMM socket numb

Chapter 1 17BIOSLCD 10.1” Item SpecificationBIOS vendor InSydeBIOS Version v0.10BIOS ROM type FlashBIOS ROM size 1 MBFeatures • Support ISIPP• Support

18 Chapter 1Audio Codec and AmplifierLAN InterfaceKeyboardItem SpecificationAudio ControllerREALTEK ALC272Features • Meets performance and function re

Chapter 1 19Mini CardCamera3G CardBluetooth interfaceWireless LANBattery Item SpecificationNumber Supported 2Features • 2 mini card slot (1 for 3G/WiM

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20 Chapter 1

Chapter 2 21System UtilitiesBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

22 Chapter 2InformationThe Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.NOTE: The system information is subject to diff

Chapter 2 23MainThe Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery.NOTE: The scree

24 Chapter 2SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below descri

Chapter 2 25Setting a PasswordFollow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Superviso

26 Chapter 2Changing a Password1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password bo

Chapter 2 27BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette

28 Chapter 2ExitThe Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility.The table below describes the parameters

Chapter 2 29BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:• New versions of system programs• New features or

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.NOTE Gives bits and piece

30 Chapter 2DOS Flash UtilityPerform the following steps to use the DOS Flash Utility:1. Copy the BIOS flash tool and the BIOS file to a USB storage d

Chapter 2 31WinFlash UtilityPerform the following steps to use the WinFlash Utility:1. Copy the BIOS file into the Winflash folder.2. Double-click the

32 Chapter 23. Click OK to begin the update. A progress screen displays.4. When the process is complete, close all programs and applications and reboo

Chapter 2 33Remove HDD/BIOS Password UtilitiesThis section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method:Remove HDD Password:When the user keys in the wro

34 Chapter 2Removing BIOS Passwords:If you key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. See the image bel

Chapter 2 353. Reboot the system and key in the selected string (qjjg9vy, 07yqmjd etc.) for the BIOS user password.Cleaning BIOS PasswordsTo clear the

36 Chapter 2Miscellaneous UtilitiesUsing Boot Sequence SelectorBoot Sequence Selector allows the boot order to be changes without accessing the BIOS.

Chapter 2 37Example 1: Read DMI Information from MemoryInput: dmitools /r Output:Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): AcerProduct Name (Type1, Offset05h):

38 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 39Machine Disassembly and ReplacementIMPORTANT: This disassembly procedure represents two separate SKUs for the Aspire one; the HDD and SSD

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.1. This Service Guide provides you wi

40 Chapter 3General InformationIMPORTANT: This disassembly procedure represents two separate SKUs for the Aspire one; the HDD and SSD models. The proc

Chapter 3 41External Module Disassembly ProcessIMPORTANT: This disassembly procedure represents two separate SKUs for the Aspire one; the HDD and SSD

42 Chapter 3Removing the Battery Pack1. Turn the computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the b

Chapter 3 43Removing the SD Dummy Card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.2. Pull the card out from the slot.

44 Chapter 3Removing the Lower Covers1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42.2. Loosen the two captive screws in Memory (red callout) and Wirele

Chapter 3 45Removing the DIMM Module1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44.2. Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to

46 Chapter 3Removing the WLAN ModuleIMPORTANT: The following disassembly images represent the optional 3G model. The 3G module on the left of the imag

Chapter 3 474. Detach the WLAN Module from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to pre

48 Chapter 3Removing the 3G ModuleIMPORTANT: The 3G Module is only available on certain models.1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44.2. Discon

Chapter 3 494. Detach the 3G Module from the socket. NOTE: When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent da

VI

50 Chapter 3Upper Cover Disassembly ProcessIMPORTANT: This disassembly procedure represents two separate SKUs for the Aspire one; the HDD and SSD mode

Chapter 3 51Removing the Keyboard1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 42.2. Turn the computer rightside up and open the lid to the full extent.3

52 Chapter 35. Grasp the Keyboard and lift upward in the centre as shown.6. Turn the Keyboard over and place it on the TouchPad area as shown.7. Lift

Chapter 3 538. Disconnect the FFC and remove the Keyboard.

54 Chapter 3Removing the Upper Cover1. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 44.2. Turn the computer over. Remove the seven securing screws.3. Turn

Chapter 3 554. Disconnect the following cables from the Mainboard.Release the locking latch on A as shown. Disconnect A from the Mainboard.Release the

56 Chapter 35. Close the lid and turn the computer around to access the two securing screws on the hinge covers.6. Remove the two securing screws as s

Chapter 3 5710. Grasp the rear edge of the left side cover, as shown, and pry it away from the Upper Cover.11. Lift the Upper Cover clear of the compu

58 Chapter 3Removing the Power Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Open the FFC locking latch as shown and remove the FFC.3. Remove t

Chapter 3 594. Remove the board from the Upper Cover.

VIITable of ContentsSystem Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Chapter 3Removing the Button Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Open the Mainboard FFC locking latch and remove the FFC as shown.

Chapter 3 615. Open the TouchPad FFC locking latch and remove the FFC as shown.6. Remove the two securing screws from the Button Board.7. Lift the But

62 Chapter 3Removing the TouchPad FFCIMPORTANT: It is not possible to remove the TouchPad on the Aspire one. If the TouchPad malfunctions, follow the

Chapter 3 63Removing the LCD Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Lift the adhesive strip securing the LCD power cable in place.3. Di

64 Chapter 35. Remove the two securing screws from the LCD brackets.IMPORTANT: Ensure all cables are clear of the lower cover before removing the LCD

Chapter 3 65Lower Cover Disassembly ProcessIMPORTANT: The Lower Cover disassembly procedure is split in to two separate sections for the SSD and HDD m

66 Chapter 3SSD SKU Disassembly ProcedureThe SSD SKU Lower Assembly appears as shown after removal of the Upper Cover and LCD Module.

Chapter 3 67Removing the LED Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Open the Mainboard FFC locking latch and remove the FFC as shown.3.

68 Chapter 34. Remove the two securing screws from the LED Board.5. Lift the LED Board clear of the Lower Cover.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeLED Board

Chapter 3 69Removing the Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Remove the three securing screws from the Speaker Module.3. Dis

VIIITable of ContentsLower Cover Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65Lower Cover Disass

70 Chapter 34. Remove the adhesive strips holding the cable in place.5. Lift the left and right side speakers from the Lower Cover as shown.

Chapter 3 71Removing the Bluetooth Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Mainboard.3. Lift the

72 Chapter 35. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the module.

Chapter 3 73Removing the Solid State Disk Drive Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Remove the single securing screw from the SSD Mo

74 Chapter 34. Remove the two screws securing the SSD to the carrier.5. Remove the SSD from the carrier.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeSSD Carrier 2

Chapter 3 75Removing the Mainboard1. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 63.2. See “Removing the Speaker Module” on page 69.3. See “Removing the Blu

76 Chapter 3Removing the RTC BatteryIMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries.1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 75.2. Tu

Chapter 3 77Removing the Thermal Module1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 75.2. Turn the Mainboard CPU side up, and place it on a clean surface.3

78 Chapter 3Removing the CPU Fan1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 77.2. Disconnect the CPU Fan power cable.3. Remove the single screw secur

Chapter 3 794. Lift the CPU Fan clear of the Mainboard.

IXTable of ContentsReplacing the DIMM Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136Replacing the Lower Cover

80 Chapter 3HDD SKU Disassembly ProcedureThe HDD SKU Lower Assembly appears as shown after removal of the Upper Cover and LCD Module.

Chapter 3 81Removing the LED Board1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Open the Mainboard FFC locking latch and remove the FFC as shown.3.

82 Chapter 34. Remove the two securing screws from the LED Board.5. Lift the LED Board clear of the Lower Cover.Step Size Quantity Screw TypeLED Board

Chapter 3 83Removing the Speaker Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Remove the three securing screws from the Speaker Module.3. Dis

84 Chapter 34. Remove the adhesive strip holding the cable in place.5. Lift the left and right side speakers from the Lower Cover as shown.

Chapter 3 85Removing the Bluetooth Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Mainboard.3. Lift the

86 Chapter 35. Lift the module and cable clear of the Lower Cover.6. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the module.

Chapter 3 87Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page 54.2. Remove the three securing screws from the HDD Module.3.

88 Chapter 34. Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier.5. Remove the HDD from the carrier.IMPORTANT: The procedur

Chapter 3 89 LCD Module Disassembly ProcessIMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and replaceme