Acer Aspire 5332 Service Guide

Chapter 3121
Replacing the WLAN Module
Replacing the DIMM Modules
1.Insert the WLAN Module into the WLAN socket.2.Replace the two (2) screws to secure the module.
3.Connect the two (2) Antenna cables to the module.
NOTE: The black cable connects to the upper 
terminal (MAIN) and the white cable to the 
lower terminal (MAIN).4.After connecting the cables to the terminals, 
secure the cables in place with adhesive tape to 
avoid trapping.
1.Insert the DIMM Module in place.2.Press down to lock the DIMM...

122Chapter 3
Replacing the ODD Module
Replacing the Lower Covers
1.Press the bezel into the tray, bottom edge first, to 
secure it to the ODD Module.2.Secure the ODD bracket with the two (2) screws.
3.Push the ODD Module into the ODD bay until it is 
flush with the casing.4.Replace the one (1) screw to secure the Module.
1.Replace the Memory Cover as shown.2.Replace the HDD Cover as shown.
IMPORTANT: Press down around the perimeter of the covers to ensure that the all the securing tabs are 
correctly...

Chapter 3123
Replacing the SD Dummy Card
3.Replace the three (3) screws to secure the covers in place.
1.Insert the SD Dummy Card into the slot as shown.2.Push until the card clicks into place and is flush with 
the casing.
Memory 
CoverHDD 
Cover 

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Replacing the Battery
1.Slide and hold the battery release latch to the 
release position (1), insert the battery pack and 
press down (2).2.Slide the battery lock in the direction shown to 
secure the battery in place.
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Chapter 4125
Troubleshooting
Common Problems
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or 
modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1.Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2.Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating 
the same operation.
3.Use the following table with the...

126Chapter 4
Power On Issue
If the system doesn’t power on, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not 
replace a non-defective FRUs:
Computer Shuts down Intermittently
If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet. 
2.Remove any extension cables between the computer and the outlet.
3.Remove any surge protectors between the...

Chapter 4127
No Display Issue
If the Display doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace 
a non-defective FRUs:
No POST or Video
If the POST or video doesn’t display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.Make sure that the internal display is selected. On this notebook model, switching between the internal 
display and the external display is done by pressing Fn+F5. Reference Product pages for specific model...

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Abnormal Video Display
If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.Reboot the computer.
2.If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and 
should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 48.
3.If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD 
is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 48....

Chapter 4129
LCD Failure
If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-
defective FRUs:
Built-In Keyboard Failure
If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace 
a non-defective FRUs: 

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TouchPad Failure
If the To u c h P a d doesn’t work, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not 
replace a non-defective FRUs:
Internal Speaker Failure
If the internal Speakers fail, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace 
a non-defective FRUs: