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Acer Aspire 5542 User Manual

Acer Aspire 5542
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Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series
Aspire 5542G/5542/5242 Series
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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

Table of Contents

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Acer Aspire 5542 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor cache1 MB
Processor modelM300
Processor familyAMD Athlon
Processor frequency2 GHz
Processor cache typeL2
Processor manufacturerAMD
Motherboard chipsetAMD M880G
HDD speed5400 RPM
HDD interfaceSATA
Card reader integratedYes
Total storage capacity500 GB
Compatible memory cardsSD
Display diagonal15.6 \
Display resolution1366 x 768 pixels
Native aspect ratio16:9
Contrast ratio (typical)300:1
Display response rise/fall8 ms
TypePC
Modem speed56 Kbit/s
Infrared data portNo
Wireless technology802.11b/g/n
Internal memory4 GB
Memory clock speed667 MHz
Internal memory typeDDR3-SDRAM
Memory layout (slots x size)2 x 2 GB
Maximum resolution2048 x 1536 pixels
Discrete graphics card modelAMD Radeon HD 4200
Maximum graphics card memory1.919 GB
On-board graphics card modelNot available
Discrete graphics card memory0.25 GB
Audio system3rd Generation Dolby Home Theater9, Dolby Digital Live, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Headphone, Dolby Natural Bass, Dolby Sound Space Expander, Dolby Audio Optimization, Dolby High Frequency Enhancer technologies10
Video capturing speed30 fps
Front camera resolution (numeric)0.3 MP
Networking features10/100/1000 MBit/s
Trial softwareMicrosoft Works with Office Home and Student 2007 (Service Pack 1) McAfee Internet Security Suite 14
Bundled softwareAcer Arcade Deluxe featuring Cinema, Album, Music, Acer HomeMedia Acer Crystal Eye1 Acer GridVista Acer GameZone Acer Backup Manager Acer eRecovery Management Adobe Reader Adobe Flash Player Google Toolbar, Acer Video Conference Manager NTI Media Maker
Operating system installedWindows 7 Home Premium
Battery capacity4400 mAh
Battery life (max)3 h
Number of battery cells6
Headphone outputs2
Charging port typeDC-in jack
Serial ports quantity0
USB 2.0 ports quantity4
Cable lock slot typeKensington
Password protection typeBIOS
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth250 mm
Width383 mm
Height37 mm
Weight2800 g

Summary

Chapter 1 System Specifications

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Detailed breakdown of hardware components, including CPU, core logic, and BIOS information.

Chapter 2 System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

Explains the purpose and access method for the BIOS setup utility.

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Removing the Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide for safely removing the notebook's battery pack.

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module

Detailed steps for removing the hard disk drive module from its bay.

Removing the LCD Module

Detailed instructions for removing the LCD module from the notebook.

Removing the Main Board

Detailed steps for removing the main system board.

Removing the CPU

Step-by-step guide for removing the Central Processing Unit (CPU).

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

System Check Procedures

Guides for troubleshooting common system issues by checking specific components.

Power System Check

Steps to verify power supply issues, checking both the adapter and battery.

Chapter 5 Connector Locations

Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

FRU List

Lists all Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) with part names and Acer part numbers.

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

Appendix C Online Support Information

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