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Acer Aspire 5542G Series User Manual

Acer Aspire 5542G Series
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Aspire 5738DG/5738DZG Series
Aspire 5542G/5542/5242 Series
Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 Series
Aspire 5536/5536G/5236 Series
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Table of Contents

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Acer Aspire 5542G Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcer
ModelAspire 5542G Series
CategoryLaptop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

System Specifications

Features

Summarizes computer features including platform, memory, display, storage, audio, and communication.

System Block Diagram

Illustrates the internal architecture and component connections of the system.

Your Acer Notebook tour

Provides a visual guide to the notebook's external features and their functions.

Hot Keys

Explains key combinations for controlling system functions like brightness and volume.

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Provides detailed technical specifications for the system's hardware components.

System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

Introduces the BIOS setup utility for hardware configuration.

Navigating the BIOS Utility

Provides instructions on how to navigate and use the BIOS utility menus.

Security

Contains parameters for safeguarding the computer from unauthorized access.

Boot

Allows configuring the boot device order for loading the operating system.

BIOS Flash Utility

Instructions on updating the system BIOS flash memory.

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Disassembly Requirements

Lists the necessary tools required for disassembling the computer.

General Information

Provides pre-disassembly instructions and a main screw list for guidance.

External Module Disassembly Process

Details the process of removing external components from the notebook.

Removing the Battery Pack

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

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module

Provides a guide on how to remove the hard disk drive module.

Removing the Keyboard

Step-by-step guide on how to remove the notebook's keyboard.

Removing the LCD Module

Provides instructions on how to remove the LCD module.

Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case

Provides instructions on how to separate the upper and lower cases of the notebook.

Removing the Main Board

Provides comprehensive steps for removing the main system board.

Removing the Heatsink Module

Instructions on how to remove the heatsink module, noting different versions.

Removing the CPU

Step-by-step guide for removing the CPU, applicable to both Intel and AMD processors.

Troubleshooting

System Check Procedures

Describes procedures for checking the functionality of system components.

Power System Check

Steps to verify the computer's power sources and adapter.

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message

Explains the POST error message index and its likely causes.

Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes

Lists Phoenix BIOS beep codes and their associated POST routine descriptions.

Connector Locations

Main Board

Details the top view of the main board and its connectors.

Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery

Procedures for clearing BIOS passwords and performing BIOS recovery.

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Exploded Diagram

Visual representation of the notebook's components with item numbers for identification.

FRU List

Lists part names, descriptions, and Acer part numbers for various FRUs.

Appendix A

Model Definition and Configuration

Details model specifications and configurations for various Acer Aspire series.

Aspire 5738G/5738ZG/5738Z/5738/5338 Series

Lists common specifications for Aspire 5738 series models.

Aspire 5536/5536G/5236 Series

Lists common specifications for Aspire 5536 series models.

Aspire 5542G/5542/5242 Series

Lists common specifications for Aspire 5542 series models.

Appendix B

Microsoft® Windows® Environment Test

Lists compatible hardware and software tested under Windows environment.

PCMCIA Test

Details tests for PCMCIA cards, LAN/Modem, storage, and other interface cards.

Appendix C

Online Support Information

Provides information on accessing Acer's online technical support services and resources.

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