Acer Aspire 5538 Service Guide
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Chapter 342 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge • Flat screwdriver • Philips screwdriver • Plastic flat screwdriver • Plastic tweezers 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. Related Information The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration. IMPORTANT: Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and replacement of components, ensure all available cable channels and clips are used and that the cables are replaced in the same position. Chapter 3
43Chapter 3 General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions 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.Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4.Remove the battery pack. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following sections: • External components disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. For example, if you want to remove the Mainboard, you must first remove the Keyboard, and LCD Module then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order. Main Screw List ScrewQuantityPart Number M2.5*4 6 86.PEA02.003 M3*3 4 86.PEA02.008 M2*3 (silver) 986.PEA02.002 M2.5*8 20 86.PEA02.006 M2.5*6 11 86.PEA02.007 M2*3 (black) 1 86.PEA02.001 M2.5*3 6 86.PEA02.009 M2.5*5 1 86.PEA02.007 M2.5*6 (spring tension) 4 86.PEA02.004
Chapter 344 External Module Disassembly Process NOTE: The product previews seen in the disassembly procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Screw List StepScrewQuantityPart No. HDD Module M2.5*4 2 86.PEA02.003 HDD Carrier M3*3 4 86.PEA02.008 WLAN Board M2*3 1 86.PEA02.001 ODD Module M2.5*3 1 86.PEA02.009 ODD Bracket M2*3 (silver) 2 86.PEA02.002 Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Turn off system and peripherals power Remove DIMMsRemove WLANRemove HDDRemove ODD Remove Lower CoversRemove Dummy Card
45Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1.Turn the computer over. 2.Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 3.Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 12
Chapter 346 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45 2.Loosen the two captive screws in the HDD Cover. 3.Lift the HDD cover up using the finger tab to remove. Six tabs hold the door in place.
47Chapter 3 4.Remove the two screws securing the HDD Module in place. 5.Slide the HDD in the direction of the arrow to disconnect the HDD from the interface connector. StepSizeQuantityScrew Type HDD Module M2.5*4 2
Chapter 348 6.Lift the hard disk drive module out of the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 7.Remove the four screws (two each side) securing the hard disk to the carrier. StepSizeQuantityScrew Type HDD Carrier M3*3 4
49Chapter 3 8.Remove the HDD from the carrier. Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module 1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 45 2.Loosen the three captive screws in the HDD Cover.
Chapter 350 3.Lift the HDD cover up using the finger tab to remove. Six tabs hold the door in place. 4.Remove the screw securing the ODD module. 5.Slide the ODD module out of the assembly StepSizeQuantityScrew Type ODD Module M2.5*3 1