Acer Aspire 5737z Service Guide

Chapter 351
5.Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier in reverse numerical order, from 4 to 1.
6.Remove the HDD from the carrier.
StepSizeQuantityScrew Type
HDD Carrier M3*3 4 

52Chapter 3
Removing the DIMM Modules
1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.
2.Remove the Memory Module cover See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46.
3.Push out the release latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 
4.Remove the DIMM module. 
5.Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. 

Chapter 353
Removing the WLAN Module
1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.
2.Remove the Memory cover. See “Removing the Lower Covers” on page 46.
3.Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 
IMPORTANT:The black cable attaches to the J3 terminal and the white cable attaches to the J2 terminal. The 
gray cable is not used on this model. Ensure it is tucked securely within the chassis to avoid trapping.
4.Move the antenna away and remove the single screw on the WLAN board....

54Chapter 3
5.Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. 
NOTE:  When reattaching the antennas, ensure the cables are tucked into the chassis to prevent damage. 

Chapter 355
Main Unit Disassembly Process
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
Screw List
StepScrewQuantityPart No.
Switch Cover M2.5*3 1 86.AZ802.006
Function Board M2.5*3 1 86.AZ802.006
LCD Module M2.5*8 4 86.AZ802.007
M2.5*6 2 86.AZ802.003
Upper Cover M2.5*8 9 86.AZ802.007
M2.5*6 10 86.AZ802.003
M2.5*3 2 86.AZ802.006
TouchPad Bracket M2*3 2 86.AZ802.002
Left Speaker 
ModuleM2.5*3 2 86.AZ802.006
Right Speaker 
ModuleM2.5*6 1 86.AZ802.003
USB Board M2.5*6 1 86.AZ802.003
Mainboard M2.5*6 3 86.AZ802.003...

56Chapter 3
Removing the Switch Cover
CAUTION: Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing. It is 
recommended that you only use your fingers to remove the Switch Cover.
1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 44.
2.Remove the single securing screw from the battery bay.
NOTE: The Switch Cover securing screw is not used on some production models.
3.Lift the Switch Cover from the right side first using the indent as shown.
NOTE: Use a plastic pry to lift the Switch Cover...

Chapter 357
4.Work along the front edge of the Switch Cover, lifting gently away from the chassis.
5.Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis. 

58Chapter 3
Removing the Keyboard
1.See “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 56.
2.Lift the keyboard as shown to clear the securing clips on the edges.
3.Move the keyboard toward the LCD screen to expose the FFC cable.
4.Open the cable retainer and disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard.
5.Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis. 

Chapter 359
Removing the Function Board
1.See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 58.
2.Remove the single securing screw from the Function Board.
3.Open the cable retainer and disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard.
4.Lift the FFC cable away from the chassis to disengage the adhesive strips.
StepSizeQuantityScrew Type
Function Board M2.5*3 1 

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5.Lift the Function Board using plastic tweezers and gently pry the rear edge out of the chassis.
6.Lift the Function Board clear of the chassis.