Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 Repair
This page sets out the repairs, upgrades and data recovery we carry out on the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73, with notes on what tends to go wrong and what can and cannot be upgraded. It is a 16-inch gaming laptop from 2024. Both the drive and, on most configurations, the memory can be upgraded, which makes it a good candidate for a refresh.
- Model number
- AN16-73
- Released
- 2024
- Type
- Gaming laptop
- Screen
- 16-inch
- Storage
- M.2 SSD, two slots on most configurations
- Memory
- SODIMM slots
What we repair on the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73
Screen replacement
We replace the 16-inch panel with one that matches the original resolution and refresh rate. A cheaper 60Hz panel will physically fit many gaming laptops, and we do not fit one unless you ask for it.
Price confirmed before work starts
Charging port and power repair
Depending on the configuration this charges through a round socket, USB-C or both. We test the adapter, the port and the charging circuit to find which has failed.
Overheating and fan repair
A thermal service covers fresh compound on the processor and graphics chip, new thermal pads where needed and both fans cleaned. It is the usual cure for throttling and loud fans under load.
SSD and storage upgrade
Most configurations of the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 have two M.2 slots, so a second SSD can be added, or the existing one cloned to a larger drive.
Price confirmed before work starts
Memory upgrade
Most configurations of the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 have SODIMM memory slots, so memory can be increased. We check what is fitted and the maximum the board supports.
Graphics repair
The graphics chip is soldered to the board. Artefacts, crashes under load and a black screen with the fans running are diagnosed to the chip, its memory or its power stage, and repaired at board level where it is economical.
Windows repair and reinstall
The Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 shipped with Windows 11. We repair start-up faults, reinstall Windows cleanly with your files kept, and remove malware.
Battery replacement
We replace the internal battery and check the charging circuit and adapter at the same time.
Price confirmed before work starts
We also carry out keyboard and trackpad repair, motherboard repair, liquid damage repair, hinge and casing repair, virus removal on the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73, along with USB, HDMI and audio port repair, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card replacement, webcam and speaker faults, BIOS password removal with proof of ownership and data transfer to a new machine.
Notes from the workshop
- The Nitro 5 has two memory slots and usually two M.2 slots plus a 2.5-inch bay that needs a cable kit.
- Thermal servicing is the most common job: dried compound and dust lead to throttling.
Data recovery from the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73
The SSD in the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 can be removed and imaged on our own equipment, so files can usually be recovered even when the machine will not start. Recent Windows machines often have device encryption or BitLocker switched on. If so we will need the recovery key, which is normally saved in your Microsoft account.
Estimate the cost with our data recovery calculator, or read about recovering files after a ransomware attack.
Where the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 sits in the range
Its nearest relatives in the Acer Nitro range are the older Acer Nitro 16 AN16-41 (2023) and the newer Acer Nitro V 16S AI ANV16S-41 (2025).
Questions
Can the SSD or memory in the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 be upgraded?
The SSD can be replaced, and most configurations have a second M.2 slot. Memory is in slots on most configurations and can be increased.
My Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 will not turn on. Is my data lost?
Usually not. The drive is separate from the fault in most cases, and we can remove it and copy your files even if the machine itself is not worth repairing.
Where do I find the model number on my gaming laptop?
The base label shows the model, for example A515-56, plus an SNID number. For this model, look for AN16-73.
Can the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-73 run Windows 11?
Yes. It shipped with Windows 11.