Acer Aspire 1610 Series User Manual
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Chapter 242 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: TNew versions of system programs TNew features or options TRestore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded. Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash. 1.Prepare a bootable diskette. 2.Copy the Phlash utilities to the bootable diskette. 3.Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function.
Chapter 344 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: TWrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge TFlat-bladed screw driver TPhillips screw driver TTw e e z e r s TPlastic Flat-bladed screw driver THexed Screw Driver 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. Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement
45Aspire 1610 General Information Before You Begin 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.
Chapter 346 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page 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. Start Battery HDD ModuleHinge Caps HDD LCD Module*6Keyboard Lower Case Assembly *3 *3 *11 *4 Dimm Cover Memory*2 *2 Launch Board Modem Cover Modem Board*1 *2 CPU RTC BatteryMini PCI Card Plate Thermal Module*4 *3 HDD Holder*2 *2 Middle Cover Upper Case Assembly W ireless LAN AntennaTouchpad Cover Touchpad Button Pad Touchpad Upper CaseTouchpad Cable Touchpad Scroll Key FDD Module VGA Heatsink PlateCPU Heatsink PlateODD Support BracketHDD BracketODD Module Main Board DC BoardPCMCIA Slot Speaker Set ODD BracketODD W ireless LAN Card Disconnect W ireless LAN Antenna *4 *2 *3 *1 *1 *4 *2 *4 *2 *4 *2
47Aspire 1610 Screw List ItemDescription A SCRW MAC FLAT M2.5*L4 NI NYLOK B SCREW M2.0*L10 NYLOK C SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC-420325 D SCREW M2.5X6 E SCREW M3x4(86.9A524.4R0) F SCREW M2X2.0 G SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3 H SCRW M2*4 WAFER NI I SCRW M2.5*3 WAFER NI J SCREW M2.5*4L NI K SCW HEX NYL I#R-40/O#4-40 L5.5 4 LCD Cushions *4 LCD Bezel Inverter LCD*4LCD Panel LCD BracketsLCD Coaxial Cable *4*1 LCD Module
Chapter 348 Re m o v i n g t h e B a t t e r y 1.To remove the battery, push the battery release latch. 2.Then slide the battery out from the machine.
49Aspire 1610 Removing the Memory Module 1.See “Removing the Battery” on page 48. 2.To remove the memory module from the machine, first remove the two screws holding the dimm cover. 3.Remove the dimm cover. 4.Pop up the memory. 5.Then remove the memory.
Chapter 350 Removing the Modem Board 1.See “Removing the Battery” on page 48. 2.To remove the modem board, first remove the screw from the modem cover. 3.Remove the modem cover from the machine. 4.Remove two screws from the modem board as shown. Please remove the screws according to the number on the picture indicate. 5.Then remove the modem board from the main unit carefully by using a plastic bladed screw driver. 6.Disconnect the modem cable from the modem board, then remove the modem board.
51Aspire 1610 Removing the Hard Disk D rive Module 1.See “Removing the Battery” on page 48. 2.To remove the hard disk drive, pull the hard disk dirve carefully. 3.Then take the hard disk drive out of the main unit. Disassembling the Hard Disk D rive Module 1.See “Removing the Battery” on page 48. 2.See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 51. 3.Remove the two screws that fasten the HDD holder. 4.Detach the hard disk drive from the HDD holder.