Acer Aspire 5738 Service Guide

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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
•Hex screwdriver
•Plastic flat screwdriver
•Plastic tweezers
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the...

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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 stages:
•External module disassembly
•Main unit disassembly
•LCD module...

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External Module Disassembly Process
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you 
on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main 
board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Screw List
ItemScrewColorPart No.
A M2.5 x L8 Black 86.00E34.738
D M3 x L4 Silver 86.9A554.4R0
F M2 x L4...

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Removing the Battery Pack
1.Turn base unit over. 
2.Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. 
 Note: Battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows.  Please detach the 
battery and follow the local regulations for disposal.
3.Slide the battery release latch to the release position to pop out the battery pack, then remove the battery 
pack from the main unit.  

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Removing the SD Dummy Card
1.Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.
2.Pull it out from the slot.  

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Removing the DIMM Module
1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.
2.Remove the one captive screw and one screw (A) securing the DIMM module cover.
3.Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the DIMM module cover. 
Size (Quantity)ColorTo r q u ePart No.
M2.5 x L8 (1) Black 3 kgf-cm 86.00E34.738 

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4.Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM. 
5.Remove the DIMM module. 
Removing the Back Cover
1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.
2.See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 47.
3.See “Removing the DIMM Module” on page 48.
4.Remove the two captive screws and three screws (A) securing the back cover.   
Size (Quantity)ColorTo r q u ePart No.
M2.5 x L8 (3) Black 3 kgf-cm 86.00E34.738 

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5.Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the back cover. 
6.Remove the back cover from the lower case. 
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 46.
2.See “Removing the SD Dummy Card” on page 47.
3.See “Removing the DIMM Module” on page 48.
4.See “Removing the Back Cover” on page 49. 

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5.Remove the one screw (F) securing the hard disk drive module. 
6.Slide the hard disk drive module away from the connector. 
Size (Quantity)ColorTo r q u ePart No.
M2 x L4 (1) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm 86.9A552.4R0 

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7.Lift the hard disk drive module and remove it from the hard disk drive bay.
NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 
8.Remove the two screws (D) securing the hard disk to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the 
bracket.      
Size (Quantity)ColorTo r q u ePart No.
M3 x L4 (2) Silver 3.0 kgf-cm 86.9A554.4R0