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Acer Aspire 5500 - Service Manual

Acer Aspire 5500
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Aspire 5500Z Series
Service Guide
PRINTED IN TAIWAN
Service guide files and updates are available
on the ACER/CSD web; for more information,
please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw

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Questions and Answers

  • P
    paul70Sep 23, 2025
    What to do if Acer Aspire 5500 Laptop any error is detected?
    • Y
      ygordonSep 23, 2025
      If any error is detected on your Acer Laptop, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.
  • K
    Kristin HessAug 23, 2025
    What to do if Acer Aspire 5500 touchpad doesn’t work?
    • K
      Kenneth PhamAug 25, 2025
      If the touchpad on your Acer Laptop isn't working, try the following: * Reconnect the touchpad cables. * Replace the touchpad. * Replace the system board.
  • R
    Rachel JordanAug 25, 2025
    How to check Acer Aspire 5500 battery pack?
    • J
      Jill CalderonAug 26, 2025
      To check the battery pack on your Acer Laptop: * If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. * If the battery status indicator does not light up, remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature. Re-install the battery pack. * If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the battery pack. * If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the DC/DC charger board.
  • J
    joneskristenAug 26, 2025
    Why is my Acer Aspire 5500 LCD blank but power indicator is on?
    • K
      Kim PruittAug 27, 2025
      If your Acer Laptop's LCD is blank while the power indicator is on, the issue might be with the power source (battery pack and power adapter). Try reconnecting the LCD connector, hard disk drive, LCD inverter, ID LCD cable, LCD Inverter, and the LCD System board.
  • M
    Miguel StoutAug 27, 2025
    What to do if Acer Aspire 5500 displays POST on external CRT but LCD is blank?
    • D
      Donna DavilaAug 27, 2025
      If your Acer Laptop shows the Power-On Self-Test (POST) on an external CRT but the built-in LCD remains blank, try reconnecting the LCD connectors, LCD inverter, ID LCD cable, LCD inverter, and the LCD System board.
  • M
    mcguirelaurenSep 16, 2025
    What to do if Acer Aspire 5500 Laptop symptom is not listed?
    • M
      Martha YuSep 16, 2025
      If the symptom is not listed for your Acer Laptop, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 70.
  • E
    Erin SmithSep 13, 2025
    What to do if any device on Acer Laptop does not work?
    • C
      Crystal BowmanSep 13, 2025
      If any device on your Acer Laptop does not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
  • J
    Jessica ShafferSep 14, 2025
    What to do if symptoms cannot be re-created on Acer Aspire 5500 Laptop?
    • S
      Sandra BassSep 14, 2025
      If symptoms cannot be re-created on your Acer Laptop (intermittent problems), use the customer-reported symptoms and go to “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 60, “Intermittent Problems” on page 69, and “Undetermined Problems” on page 70.
  • K
    Kaitlyn Watson MDSep 5, 2025
    What to do if Acer Aspire 5500 Laptop has memory errors?
    • E
      Evan TorresSep 5, 2025
      If memory errors on your Acer Laptop stop system operations, show error messages, or hang the system, boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program (please refer to main board).
  • S
    Sheila CrosbySep 3, 2025
    What to do if Acer Laptop shows blinking cursor on LCD during POST?
    • B
      burnettkathrynSep 3, 2025
      If your Acer Laptop shows a blinking cursor on the LCD during the Power-On Self-Test (POST), ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Also, check the system board.

Summary

System Specifications

Features

Overview of the computer's key features and specifications.

System Block Diagram

Diagram illustrating the computer's internal hardware architecture.

Board Layout

Top and bottom views of the motherboard with component labels.

External Views and Ports

Identification of ports and features on the laptop's front, sides, rear, and bottom.

Status Indicators and Buttons

Explanation of LED indicators and special function buttons.

Input Devices: Touchpad and Keyboard

Instructions on using the touchpad and detailed keyboard functions.

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Detailed technical specifications of the computer's hardware components.

System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility Overview

Introduction to the BIOS setup program for hardware configuration.

Navigating BIOS Utility Menus

Guide to using BIOS menu options and navigating the interface.

BIOS Settings: Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, Exit

Details on main, advanced, security, boot, and exit options in BIOS.

BIOS Flash Utility

Instructions for updating the system's BIOS flash memory.

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

General Information and Tools

Prerequisites, tools, and safety guidelines before disassembly.

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

Graphical representation of the component removal sequence.

Battery Pack Removal

Steps to unlock and remove the laptop battery.

Component Removal Procedures

Step-by-step guide for removing major laptop components.

Main Unit Disassembly

Steps to separate the laptop's main chassis into upper and lower sections.

LCD Module Disassembly

Detailed guide for taking apart the laptop's display assembly.

External Modules Disassembly

Instructions for disassembling storage drives like HDD and ODD.

Troubleshooting

System Check Procedures

Diagnostic tests for external diskette, CD-ROM, and input devices.

Memory and Power Checks

Procedures for checking memory integrity and power source functionality.

Touchpad Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and fix touchpad issues.

POST Error Message Guide

Explains POST error messages and their likely causes.

Error Message Index

Lists common error codes and their corresponding messages.

BIOS POST Beep Codes and Messages

Interprets BIOS beep codes and error messages during startup.

Symptom-to-FRU Error Mapping

Correlates symptoms with specific Field Replaceable Units (FRUs).

Intermittent and Undetermined Problems

Guides for diagnosing and resolving elusive or unidentifiable system issues.

Jumper and Connector Locations

Top View Connector Locations

Identifies jumpers and connectors on the motherboard's top view.

Bottom View Connector Locations

Identifies jumpers and connectors on the motherboard's bottom view.

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Exploded Diagrams of Components

Visual breakdown of system components for identification.

FRU Part Listings

Comprehensive list of FRUs with part names and numbers.

Acer Aspire 5500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size15.4 inches
Memory TypeDDR2
Hard Drive60 GB
Display15.4" WXGA TFT LCD
Operating SystemWindows XP Home
Battery6-cell Lithium Ion
Weight2.8 kg
Network802.11b/g Wi-Fi
PortsVGA, S-video

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