Acer Aspire 2930 Service Guide

Chapter 381
5.Lift the cable from the housing guide as shown. 
6.Ensure the modem cable is disconnected from the bottom of the mainboard as well.
7.Pry the edge of the Lower Base outward then lift and pivot the Mainboard slightly upwards. Do not pull up 
completely. 

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8.Continue to pry the base outward, while lifting the mainboard at the same time.
9.Once the bottom of the mainboard is clear of the lower case, continue lifting the mainboard. Take note of the 
DC-IN cable. 
10.Remove the Mainboard from the lower base. 

Chapter 383
Removing the RJ-11 Jack
1.Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80.
2.Locate the RJ-11 cable end and remove to the mylar cover.
3.Remove the RJ-11 jack.
4.Turn the Lower Base over and pull back the mylar cover to release the cabling. 

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5.Ensure all parts of the cabling are no longer secure to the base, and pull the cable completely through to 
remove. 

Chapter 385
Removing the Fan/Thermal Module
1.Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80.
2.Disconnect the Fan cable from the mainboard.
3.Loosen the four (4) captive screws in numerical order from 4 to 1. 
IMPORTANT:Lift the Fan/Thermal Module by the thermal assembly to avoid damage to the CPU
4.Grip the Thermal Module and pivot upwards to remove. 

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Removing the CPU 
1.Remove the Mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 80.
2.Take note of the indicators on the socket cam screw. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the CPU socket screw 
counter-clockwise until it indicates unlocked.
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3.Lift the CPU clear of the Mainboard. 

Chapter 387
 LCD Module Disassembly Process
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
Screw List
StepScrewQuantityPart No.
LCD Bezel M2.5*5 4 86.ART02.004
Inverter Board M2.5*4 1 86.ART02.003
Camera Board M2.5*4 1 86.ART02.003
LCD Panel M2.5*4 2 86.ART02.003
LCD Brackets M2*4 4 86.ART02.002
Rem ove
LCD Panel
Rem ove
Inverter Board
Rem ove
LCD Bezel
Rem ove
AntennasRem ove
Internal
MicrophoneRem ove
LCD FPC Cable
Rem ove
Camera Module
Rem ove
Left/Right LCD
Bracket
LCD
AssemblyLCD Panel
Remove LCD
Panel from...

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Removing the LCD Bezel
1.Remove the LCD Module. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 66.
2.Remove the four rubber covers and screws.
3.Starting from the inside edges, pry the inside of the bezel upwards from the panel. Continue moving left until 
the bezel is removed. If necessary, use a plastic pry to release the corners of the bezel.
StepSizeQuantityScrew Type
LCD Bezel M2.5*5 4 

Chapter 389
4. Lift up the bezel and disconnect the MIC module.
5.Remove the bezel from the LCD module. 

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Removing the Inverter Board
1.Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 88.
2.Pull back the adhesive strip to expose the cabling.
3.Remove the single securing screw.
4. Lift the Inverter board clear of the LCD Module.
StepSizeQuantityScrew Type
Inverter Board M2.5*4 1