Acer Aspire 2010 Service Guide

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Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
ParameterDescription
Exit Saving Changes Allows the user to save changes to CMOS and reboot the system.
Exit Discarding 
ChangesAllows the user Discards changes made and exits System Setup.
Load Setup Default Loads default settings for all parameters (same as t ).
Discard Changes Allows the user to discard previous changes in CMOS Setup.
Insyde Software SCU                               May 20, 2003 5:40:09 
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit 
      Exit Saving Changes   
 --------------Exit Saving Changes-------------------Exit Discarding Changes 
   Press    to  save  the current  Load Setup Default 
     Setup parameters to CMOS RAM. Discard Changes 
 The system will reboot !!!  
   
  OK  Cancel   
   
     
   for block select.      for item select. 
< Enter> for accept.   for reject.  activates accelerators. 
 for Enable or Disable.  
						

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Exit Discarding Changes
Exit without saving current settings.
Load Setup Default
Load manufacture default settings.
Insyde Software SCU                               May 20, 2003 5:40:09 
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit 
    Exit Saving Changes 
 --------------Exit Discarding Changes------------ Exit Discarding Changes 
       Press  to Exit the SCU.  Load Setup Default 
     The current settings will not be saved!!! Discard Changed 
   
  OK  Cancel   
   
 
   for block select.      for item select. 
< Enter> for accept.   for reject.  activates accelerators. 
 for Enable or Disable. 
Insyde Software SCU                               May 20, 2003 5:40:09 
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit 
    Exit Saving Changes 
 ----------------Load Setup Default----------------- Exit Discarding Changes 
     Do you wish to change the current setup Load Setup Default 
     to the system default values? Discard Changed 
   
  OK  Cancel   
   
     
   for block select.      for item select. 
< Enter> for accept.   for reject.  activates accelerators. 
 for Enable or Disable.  
						

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Discard Changes 
Restore current settings to original settings.
Insyde Software SCU                               May 20, 2003 5:40:09 
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit 
    Exit Saving Changes 
 ----------------Discard Changes-------------------- Exit Discarding Changes 
     Do you wish to restore the current setup Load Setup Default 
     to the original custom values? Discard Changed 
   
  OK  Cancel   
   
     
   for block select.      for item select. 
< Enter> for accept.   for reject.  activates accelerators. 
 for Enable or Disable.  
						

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BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
TNew versions of system programs
TNew features or options
TRestore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. 
Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery
             Diskette before you use the Flash utility.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Flash utilities.
NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash utility. If the battery pack does 
not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not
 completely loaded. 
Fellow the steps below to run the Flash.
1.Prepare a bootable diskette.
2.Copy the Flash utilities to the bootable diskette.
3.Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The Flash utility has auto-execution function.
System Diagnostic Diskette
This diagnostic diskette is for the Acer Aspire 2010/2020 series notebook machine. However, system 
diagnostic utility is not ready as service CD released. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to CSD website 
as soon as it is ready. 
						

							Chapter 3Aspire 2010/2020
This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for
 maintenance and troubleshooting.
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
TWrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
Tsmall Philips screwdriver
Tflat head screwdriver
TPhiliips screwdriver
Tnut screwdriver
Ttweezers
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size.  During the disassembly process, group the
  screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components. 
When you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.
NOTE: This chapter will base on Aspire 2000 to modify. If you need to read the mpeg files please refer to 
Aspire 2000 Service CD, and the P/N is VD.A20V5.001
Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 
						

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General Information
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:
1.Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.
2.Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system.
3.Remove the battery pack. 
						

							Chapter 3Aspire 2010/2020
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 
						

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ItemDescription
A M2.5x5
M2.0x4
B M2.5x3
C M2.5x4
D M2.5x10
M2.5x4
E M2.5x14
F M2.0x4
G M2.5x4
H M2.5x14
I M2.5x10
J M2.5x5
K M3.0x3
L M2.0x3
M2.5x4
N M2.5x4
O M2.5x5
P M2.5x4 
						

							Chapter 3Aspire 2010/2020
Aspire 2010/2020 Disassembly Procedure
This section will guide you how to disassemble the system when you need to perform system service.
Please also refer to the disassembly video, if availabled.
CAUTION: Before you proceed,make sure you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected.
Disassemble the Battery and HDD
1.Release the battery lock and slide the battery latch. 
2.Then remove the battery pack.
3.Remove the two screws to release the hard drive door.Then take it away.
Disassemble the Wireless
1.Remove the one screw to release the mini door, and take it away.
2.Disconnect the two wireless cables.
3.Then take the wireless board from the base.
Disassemble the RAM and ODD
1.Remove the one screw to release the RAM door and remove it.
2.Press down the both side latches to release the RAM board.
3.Remove the one screw to release the ODD module.
4.Then push the inner position to remove the ODD from the base.
5.Pull the entire ODD moudle from the system. 
						

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Disassemble the Middle Cover Board
1.Remove the one screw.
2.Detach the middle cover from the unit with the flat screw driver.
3.Disconnect the system cable from the middle cover board.
4.Remove the two screws to release the middle cover board.
5.Then detach the middle cover board from cover.
Disassemble the Keyboard
1.Remove the screws on each side.
2.Pull up both sides of the latches to disconnect the FFC from the mainboard.
3.Remove the screws on each side to release the keyboard bracket.
4.Then take the keyboard supporter bracket from the system.