Acer Aspire 7230 Service Guide

Chapter 3111
Replacing the Finger Print Reader
1.Replace the Finger Print Reader board on the Upper Cover.
2.Replace the bracket on the board.
3.Replace the four securing screw on the Finger Print Reader board.
NOTE: Move back the cabling to allow for easier access to the screw sockets. 

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4.Connect the two FFC cables as shown.
5.Connect the cable as shown.
Replacing the Upper Cover
1.Locate the upper cover over the lower base taking note of the screw sockets. 

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2.Angle the right end of the Upper Cover in place, and insert any remaining cables through the lower base as 
shown. 
3.Set the Upper Cover down on the lower base.
4.Replace the four securing screws on the Upper Cover. 

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5.Connect the five cables to the mainboard as shown.
IMPORTANT:When replacing cables, always hold the cable by the pull-tab or by the connector. Do not hold 
the pull by the cable itself to prevent stripping.
 
Connect A as shown. Connect B as shown.
Connect C as shown. Connect D as shown.
AB
C
D
E 

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7.Replace the securing screw on the keyboard plate.
 
8.Turn the computer upside down and replace the eleven securing screws on the bottom panel to attach the 
bottom and lower covers. Connect E as shown.6.Angle the keyboard plate and insert as shown. 

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Replacing the LCD Module
1.Replace the LCD Module on the Lower Case as shown.
2.Replace the single ground screw and four securing screws (two each side) connecting the LCD module.
3. Replace the LCD Interface and back light cables as shown. 

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Replacing the Antenna, MIC and Speaker Cables
IMPORTANT:Ensure that all cables pass through the Mainboard and are accessible from the underside of 
lower cover.
1.Insert the cabling through the housing as shown.
2.Ensure that the cabling is tucked in and secured.
3.Turn the computer on its side, feed cables through to the underside. 4. Turn the computer over and replace the two securing screws. 

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4.Place the computer upside down, and insert the MIC and Speaker cables through the HDD housing.
5.Take note of the cabling arrangement. Ensure that the cabling is secured as shown to prevent damage.
6.Connect the MIC and speaker cables. 

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7.Gently pull the Antenna Cables through the HDD housing.
Replacing the Modem Module
1.Angle the Modem Module as shown and attach to the connector.
2.Insert the module and replace the two securing screws. 

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Replacing the Keyboard
1.Replace the keyboard cable to the mainboard, and 
secure the locking latch.2. Turn the keyboard over and place the front edge 
first in the mounting.
3. Press down on the areas marked below to secure in place.