Acer Aspire 5732Z Series Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Acer Aspire 5732Z Series. We have 3 Acer Aspire 5732Z Series manuals available for free PDF download: Service Manual, User Manual, Quick Manual

Acer Aspire 5732Z Series Service Manual (230 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 8.62 MB

Revision History
2
Table of Contents
7
System Specifications

11
- Features
  11
  - Dimensions and Weight
    12
  - Privacy Control
    12
  - Power Subsystem
    12
  - Special Keys and Controls
    12
- System Block Diagram
  14
- Your Acer Notebook Tour
  15
  - Front View
    15
  - Closed Front View
    16
  - Rear View
    17
  - Left View
    17
  - Right View
    18
  - Bottom View
    18
  - Indicators
    20
  - Touchpad Basics
    21
- Using the Keyboard
  22
  - Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
    22
  - Windows Keys
    23
  - Hot Keys
    24
  - Special Key
    25
- Using the System Utilities
  26
  - Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
    26
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  27
System Utilities

35
- BIOS Setup Utility
  35
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    35
- HM50-MV Intel BIOS
  36
  - Information
    36
  - Main
    37
  - Advanced
    38
  - Security
    40
    
    Setting a Password
    41
    
    Removing a Password
    41
    
    Changing a Password
    42
  - Power
    43
  - Boot
    45
  - Exit
    46
- BIOS Flash Utilities
  47
  - DOS Flash Utility
    48
  - Winflash Utility
    50
- Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities
  51
Machine Disassembly and Replacement

57
- Disassembly Requirements
  57
  - Pre-Disassembly Instructions
    58
  - Disassembly Process
    58
- External Module Disassembly Process
  59
- Main Unit Disassembly Process
  70
  - Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
    70
  - Removing the Switch Cover
    71
  - Removing the Keyboard
    72
  - Removing the LCD Module
    73
  - Removing the Upper Cover
    77
  - Removing the Power Board
    81
  - Removing the Left Speaker Module
    82
  - Removing the Right Speaker Module
    84
  - Removing the Touchpad Bracket
    86
  - Removing the Mainboard
    88
  - Removing the RTC Battery
    89
  - Removing the Thermal Module
    90
  - Removing the CPU Fan
    91
  - Removing the CPU
    93
- LCD Module Disassembly Process
  94
  - LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
    94
  - Removing the LCD Bezel
    95
  - Removing the Camera Module
    96
  - Removing the LCD Panel
    97
  - Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable
    99
  - Removing the Antennas
    101
- LCD Module Reassembly Procedure
  104
  - Replacing the Antennas
    104
  - Replacing the LCD Panel
    107
  - Replacing the Camera Module
    109
  - Replacing the LCD Bezel
    110
- Main Module Reassembly Procedure
  112
  - Replacing the CPU
    112
  - Replacing the CPU Fan
    113
  - Replacing the Thermal Module
    113
  - Replacing the Mainboard
    114
  - Replacing the Touchpad Bracket
    115
  - Replacing the Right Speaker Module
    117
  - Replacing the Left Speaker Module
    118
  - Replacing the Power Board
    119
  - Replacing the Upper Cover
    119
  - Replacing the LCD Module
    123
  - Replacing the Keyboard
    128
  - Replacing the Switch Cover
    129
  - Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module
    129
  - Replacing the WLAN Module
    131
  - Replacing the DIMM Modules
    131
  - Replacing the ODD Module
    132
  - Replacing the Lower Covers
    132
  - Replacing the SD Dummy Card
    133
  - Replacing the Battery
    134
Troubleshooting

135
- Common Problems
  135
  - Power on Issue
    136
  - No Display Issue
    137
  - Random Loss of BIOS Settings
    138
  - LCD Failure
    139
  - Built-In Keyboard Failure
    139
  - Touchpad Failure
    140
  - Internal Speaker Failure
    140
    
    Sound Problems
    141
    
    Microphone Problems
    141
  - HDD Not Operating Correctly
    142
  - ODD Failure
    143
  - Wireless Function Failure
    146
  - Thermal Unit Failure
    146
  - External Mouse Failure
    147
  - Other Failures
    147
- Intermittent Problems
  148
- Undetermined Problems
  148
- Post Codes
  149
  - Sec
    149
  - Memory
    149
  - BDS & Specific Action
    150
  - Each PEIM Entry Point Used in 80_PORT
    152
  - Each Driver Entry Point Used in 80_PORT
    152
  - Each Smmdriver Entry Point Used in 80_PORT
    156
Jumper and Connector Locations

157
- Top View
  157
- Bottom View
  158
- Power Board
  159
- Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
  160
  - Clearing Password Check
    160
  - Clear CMOS Jumper
    160
  - BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
    161
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

163
- Aspire 5732Z/5332 Exploded Diagrams
  164
  - Main Assembly
    164
  - Mainboard Assembly
    165
  - Base Assembly
    166
- Aspire 5732Z/5332 FRU List
  167
- Screw List
  174
Model Definition and Configuration

176
Test Compatible Components

209
- Microsoft® Windows® os Environment Test
  210
Online Support Information

225
Index

227

Acer Aspire 5732Z Series User Manual (74 pages)

Notebook PC

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.73 MB

Safety Instructions
3
- Using Electrical Power
  4
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  6
Caution for Optical Drive Device (Only for Certain Models)
6
Operating Environment
7
Medical Devices
8
Vehicles
8
Potentially Explosive Environments
9
Emergency Calls
9
Disposal Instructions
10
- Mercury Advisory
  10
- Energy Star
  10
- Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
  10
- Finding Your Comfort Zone
  11
First Things First

13
- Your Guides
  13
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  13
Touchpad

20
- Touchpad Basics (with Fingerprint Reader)
  20
- Touchpad Basics (with Two-Click Buttons)
  21
Using the Keyboard

22
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  22
- Windows Keys
  23
Audio

24
Video

25
- 16:9 Display
  25
Using the System Utilities

26
Power Management

30
Acer Erecovery Management

31
- Burn Backup Discs
  32
- Restore
  33
  - Restore Windows Vista from Backup Discs
    34
Acer Arcade Deluxe

36
- General Controls
  37
  - Navigation Controls
    37
  - Player Controls
    37
- Cinema
  37
  - Play Movie
    37
- Videos
  38
  - Playing a Video File
    38
- Recent Videos
  38
- Homemedia
  39
- Advanced
  39
  - Live Update
    39
- Albums
  41
  - Editing Pictures
    41
  - Slideshow Settings
    41
- Music
  41
- Online Media
  42
  - Youtube
    42
  - Flickr
    42
Battery Pack

43
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  43
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    43
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  44
- Charging the Battery
  45
- Checking the Battery Level
  45
- Optimising Battery Life
  45
- Battery-Low Warning
  46
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

47
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  47
- Moving Around
  47
  - Preparing the Computer
    47
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    48
- Taking the Computer Home
  48
  - Preparing the Computer
    48
  - What to Take with You
    48
  - Special Considerations
    49
  - Setting up a Home Office
    49
- Traveling with the Computer
  49
  - Preparing the Computer
    49
  - What to Take with You
    49
  - Special Considerations
    50
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  50
  - Preparing the Computer
    50
  - What to Bring with You
    50
Securing Your Computer

51
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  51
- Using Passwords
  51
  - Entering Passwords
    52
  - Setting Passwords
    52
Expanding through Options

53
- Connectivity Options
  53
Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center

59
Frequently Asked Questions

63
- Recovery Cds
  65
- Requesting Service
  66
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    66
  - Before You Call
    66
Troubleshooting

67
- Troubleshooting Tips
  67
- Error Messages
  67
Regulations and Safety Notices

68

Acer Aspire 5732Z Series Quick Manual (12 pages)

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Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.27 MB

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Acer Aspire 5732Z Series Service Manual (230 pages)

Table of Contents

System Specifications

System Utilities

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Troubleshooting

Jumper and Connector Locations

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Model Definition and Configuration

Test Compatible Components

Online Support Information

Index

Acer Aspire 5732Z Series User Manual (74 pages)

Table of Contents

First Things First

Touchpad

Using the Keyboard

Audio

Video

Using the System Utilities

Power Management

Acer Erecovery Management

Acer Arcade Deluxe

Battery Pack

Taking Your Notebook PC with You

Securing Your Computer

Expanding through Options

Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

Acer Aspire 5732Z Series Quick Manual (12 pages)

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