Aspire 3630/TravelMate 2430 Series
Service Guide
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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Copyright
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the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
Disclaimer
The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the
contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the
programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its
dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential
damages resulting from any defect in the software.
Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation.
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Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
SCREEN MESSAGES
Denotes actual messages that appear
on screen.
NOTE
Gives bits and pieces of additional
information related to the current
topic.
WARNING
CAUTION
Alerts you to any damage that might
result from doing or not doing specific
actions.
Gives precautionary measures to
avoid possible hardware or software
problems.
IMPORTANT
Reminds you to do specific actions
relevant to the accomplishment of
procedures.
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Preface
Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.
1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION
decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product
competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.
add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered
in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible
personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.
2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information
available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will
not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer
office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service
Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and
service of customer machines.
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Chapter 1
System Introduction
Features
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
Microprocessor
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T
T
T
Intel Pentium M processor 735A (2MB L2 cache, 1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB)
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Intel Celeron M processor 370/380/390 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.60/1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB)
®
SiS M661MX/963L/302ELV (LVDS) chipset
Memory
T
256 MB/512 MB or 1 GB of DDR 333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2 GB with dual so DIMM
modules
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®
T
512 KB flash ROM BIOS for models employing Intel Celeron M processor; 2 MB flash ROM
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BIOS for models employing Intel Pentium processor
Data storage
T
40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disk
T
DVD-Dual or Combo drive
Display and graphics
Color Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) LCD displaying at
T
-- 15” XGA (1024 X 768)
-- 15.4” WXGA (1280 X 800)
-- 15.4” WXGA Acer CrystalBrite (1280 X 800)
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®
T
SiSM661MX integrated 3D graphics with up to 64 MB of VRAM, supporting Microsoft DirectX
7.0 and dual independent display support
T
T
T
MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability
Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade)
Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization technology (Acer Arcade)
Communication
T
Modem: 56K ITU V.92 modem with PTT approval; Wake-on-Ring ready
T
LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready
®
T
T
WLAN (optional): MINI PCI 802.11b/g dual-band connection, supporting Acer SignalUpTM
wireless technology (manufacturing option)
®
WPAN: Bluetooth
Audio
T
T
Audio system with two built-in speakers
MS-Sound compatible
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Input devices
T
88-/89-key keyboard, 2.7 mm (minimum) key travel, international language support
T
Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button
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T
T
12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric
keypad
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Six easy-launch buttoms: Empowering key, email, Internet, WLAN, Bluetooth , user-
programmable button
I/O interface
T
Three USB 2.0 ports
T
T
T
T
T
T
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Ethernet (RJ-45) port
Modem (RJ-11) port
External display (VGA) port
Microphone/line-in jack
Headphones/speaker/line-out port
Type II PC Card slot
DC-in jack for AC adaptor
I/O interface
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Temperature:
T
T
Operating: 5 ° C to 35° C
Non-operating: -20° C to 65° C
T
Humidity (non-condensing):
T
T
Operating: 20% to 80%
Non-operating: 20% to 80%
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System Block Diagram
ZL6
VCC_CORE
CPU CORE
CLOCK GEN
CPU
Page:23
ICS
CELERON-M
952023CG
+12V
PCI ROUTING TABLE
IDSEL INTERUPT
DEVICE
+3.3V
Page:13
5VPCU
3VPCU
+3.3V
INTEL Mobile_479 CPU
REQ0# / GNT0#
REQ1# / GNT1#
AD22
AD17
INTB# , INTC#
INTD#
MINI-PCI
TI 1410A
3.3V/5V/12V
VCC_CORE
VTT
Page:2,3
DDR CLOCK
BUFFER
5VPCU/3V_ALWAYS
3V_S5/5V_S5
ICS97322
+5V
+2.5V
Page:13
3VSUS/5VSUS
3V_S5
5V_S5
3VSUS
5VSUS
HOST BUS 400MHZ
CLK_SDRAM0~5,
CLK_SDRAM0~5#
NB
SIS M661MX
LVDS
SiS 302ELV
LVDS
Page:24
Page:14
266/333MHZ DDR
DDR-SODIMM1
Page:14
Page:11,12
RGB
CRT
2.5VSUS
+2.5V
DDR-SODIMM2
Page:6
2.5VSUS/+2.5/VTT
MVREF_DM
Page:11,12
Page:4,5,6,7
+2.5V
VTT
+1.25V
SMDDR_VTERM
ENE
MVREF_DM
SMDDR_VTERM
PCMCIA
CB1410
IDE-HDD
Page:25
+5V
+3.3V
+5V
Page:18
Page:16
HUB I/F 66(266)MHZ
1.8V_S5
+1.8V
ATA 66/100
ATA 66/100
AC97
IDE-ODD
PCI BUS 33MHZ
+1.8V/1.8V_S5
MINI-PCI
+5V
Page:18
SB
SiS 963L
Wireless LAN
Page:25
MII PHY
+3.3V Page:17
USB 2.0
BATTERY CHARGER
Page:8,9,10
Page:26
Reltek
TRANSFORMER
REALTEK
RJ45
LPC 33MHZ
10/100 LAN
RTL8201CP
+5V Page:19
+3.3V
NS0013
Page:15
+3.3V
Page:15
NS
KBC(97551)
AMP
MODEM
MDC 1.5
+3.3V
MAX9755
+3.3V
Page:21
+5V Page:20
Page:19
SYSTEM 3
MINI-USB
3VSUS
USB PORT
5VSUS
Page:17
Page:17
MIC IN
SPEAKER
LINE OUT
RJ11
Touchpad Keyboard
FLASH
FAN
+5V
USB1,2,3
USB4
+5V
+3.3V
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Board Layout
Top View
[14]
[13]
[15]
[42]
[16]
[17]
[18]
[19]
[20]
[21]
[22]
[24]
[23]
[28]
[31]
[25]
[26]
[27]
[29]
[30]
[32]
[33]
[39][40]
[41][37] [38]
[34][35][36]
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
Power Jack
Battery Connector
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
CRT Connector
ODD Connector
302ELV LVDS Encoder
MINI PCI
RJ45 & RJ11 Connector
Northbridge M760GX
USB Connector
CPU Socket
USB Connector
BIOS ROM
EC PC97551
RTC Battery
DDR SO-DIMM Socket1
DDR SO-DIMM Socket2
LAN PHY RTL8201CP
Southbridge 963L
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33
35
37
39
41
PCMCIA Connector
USB Connector
Microphone Jack
WLAN Button
32
34
36
38
40
42
HDD Connector
LineOut Jack
LineIn Jack
Bluetooth button
Power LED
Battery LED
Audio Codec ALC203
FAN Connector
Bottom View
[01]
[02]
[03]
[04]
[05]
[06]
[07]
[08]
[09]
[10]
[11]
[12]
1
3
Lid Switch
2
4
Panel Connector
LED Board Connector
Modem Connector
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Keyboard Connector
Touchpad Board Connector
Clock Generator
6
Bluetooth Module Connector
Internal Microphone Connector
PCMCIA Connector
7
8
9
10
12
11
MDC Connector
Internal Speaker Connector
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Panel
This is a brief introduction to the I/O ports, the features and the indicators.
Front view
#
Item
Description
1
Display screen
Also called LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), displays computer
output.
2
3
4
Microphone
Keyboard
Palmrest
Internal microphone for sound recording.
For entering data into you computer.
Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the
computer.
5
6
7
Click buttons (Left and right)
Touchpad
The left and right buttons function like the left and right
mouse buttons.
Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a
computer mouse.
Status indicators
LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that turn on and off to show
the status of the computer and its functions and
components.
8
9
Launch keys
Power button
Buttons for launching frequently used programs.
Turns the computer on and off.
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Closed front view
#
Icon
Item/ Port
Description
1
2
Speakers
Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio
output.
Power indicator
Battery indicator
Lights up when the computer is on.
3
4
Lights up when the battery is being charged.
Bluetooth communication button/
indicator (for selected models)
Press to enable/disable the Bluetooth function.
Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication
(optional).
5
6
Wireless communication button/
indicator
Press to enable/disable the wireless function.
Indicates the status of wireless LAN
communication (optional).
Line-in jack
Mic-in jack
Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD
player, stereo walkman).
7
8
Accepts inputs from external microphones.
Speaker/Line-Out/Headphone jack
USB 2.0 port
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones).
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Connects to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
devices (e.g., USB mouse, UsB camera).
Left view
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Icon
Item/ Port
Description
1
Optical drive
Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs
depending on the optical drive type.
2
3
4
Optical disk access indicator
Optical drive eject button
Emergency eject hole
Lights up when the optical drive is active.
Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.
Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is
turned off.
Right view
#
Icon
Item/ Port
Description
1
2
PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot
PC card slot
Accepts one Type II CardBus PC Card.
3
4
USB 2.0 port
Network jack
Connects to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100 based
network.
5
Modem jack
Connects to a phone line.
6
Ventilation slots
Enable the computer to stay cool, even after
prolonged use.
Rear view
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Icon
Port
Power jack
Description
1
2
Connects to an AC adaptor.
External display port
Security keylock
Connects to a display device (e.g., external
monitor, LCD projector).
3
Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
Bottom view
#
Item
Description
1
2
3
4
5
Hard disc bay
Houses the computer’s hard disc (secured by a screw).
Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.
Houses the computer’s battery pack.
Battery release latch
Battery bay
Battery lock
Locks the battery in place.
Cooling fan
Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
6
Memory comparment
House the computer’s main memory.
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Indicators
The computer has three easy-to-read status icons on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front
panel.
#
Icon
Function
Caps Lock
Description
1
Lights when Caps Lock is activated.
2
3
Num Lock
(Fn-F11)
Lights when Numeric Lock is activated.
HDD
Indicates when the hard disk or optical
drive is active.
Bluetooth
Indicates the status of Bluetooth
communication.
Wireless LAN
Power
Indicates the status of Bluetooth
communication.
4
5
Lights when the computer is on.
Battery
Lights when the battery is being charged.
NOTE: 1. Charging: the light shows amber when the battery is charging.
NOTE: 2. Fully charged: light shows green when in AC mode.
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Easy-launch buttons
Located above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are mail,
Web browser, Empowering Key “
“ and one user-programmable button.
Press “ “ to run the Acer eManager. The mail and Web buttons are pre-set ot email and internet programs,
but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys, run the Acer Launch
Manager.
Launch key
Default application
User-programmable
P
Acer eManager (user-programmable)
Web browser
Mail
Internet browser (user-programmable)
Email application (user-programmable)
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Using the keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and
twelve function keys.
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock key
Description
Caps Lock
When @is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
@
Num Lock (Fn-F11)
When ]is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys function
as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators ), -, *, and /). Use this mode
when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution would be to
connect an external keypad.
]
Scroll Lock (Fn-F12)
When [is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up
or down arrow keys respectively. [does not work with some applications.
[
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters
located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols
are not printed on the keys.
Desired access
Num lock on
Num lock off
Number keys on embedded
keypad
Type numbers in a normal manner.
Cursor-control keys on embedded Hold <Shift> while using cursor-control
Hold <Fn> while using cursor-
control keys.
keypad
keys.
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Desired access
Main keyboard keys
Num lock on
Num lock off
Hold <Fn> while typing letters on embedded Type the letters in a normal manner.
keypad.
Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Keys
Windows logo key
Description
Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below
are a few examples:
+ <Tab> (Activates the next Taskbar button)
+ <E> (Opens the My Computer window)
+ <F1> (Opens Help and Support)
+ <F> (Opens the Find: All Files dialog box)
+ <R> (Opens the Run dialog box)
+ <M> (Minimizes all windows)
<shift>+
+< M> (Undoes the minimize all windows)
Application key
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the
application’s context menu.
Hot Keys
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen
contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.
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Hot Key
Icon
Function
Hotkey help
Description
Displays a list of the hotkeys and their functions.
Fn-
l
Acer eSetting
Launches Acer eSetting in Acer eManager.
Launches Power Management options.
Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn-
m
Acer Power
Management
Fn-
n
Sleep
Fn-
o
Display toggle
Switches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both the display
screen and external monitor.
Fn-
p
Screen blank
Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Fn-
q
Touchpad toggle
Speaker toggle
Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
Fn-
r
Turns the speakers on and off; mutes the sound.
Fn-
s
Volume up
Increases the sound volume.
Decreases the sound volume.
Fn-
w
Volume down
Fn-
y
Brightness up
Increases the screen brightness.
Decreases the screen brightness.
Fn-
x
Brightness down
Fn-
¨
z
Special keys
You can locate the Euro symbol at the upper-center (for European keyboard) and/or bottom-right (Chinese
keyboard) of your keyboard. To type:
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The Euro symbol
1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either directly press the <Euro> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard (for Chinese keyboard), or hold
<Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.symbol at the upper-center of
the keyboard (for European keyboard, you can use both method).
NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
The US dollar sign
1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either directly press the <Euro> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard (for Chinese keyboard), or hold
<Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.symbol at the upper-center of the
keyboard (for European keyboard, you can use both method).
NOTE: This function varies according to the language settings.
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Touchpad
The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor
responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest
provides optimum comfort and suuport.
Touchpad basics
The following items teach you how to use the touchpad:
* Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.
* Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution
functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchapd is
the same as clicking the left button.
* Use the 4-wa scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button mimics your
cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.
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Function
Execute
Left button (1)
Right button (4)
Touchpad (2)
Center button (3)
Click twice quickly.
Tap twice (at the same speed
as double-clicking a mouse
button).
Select
Drag
Click once.
Tap once.
Click and hold,
then use finger to
drag the cursor on
the touchpad.
Tap twice (at the same speed
as double-clicking a mouse
button); hold finger to the
touchpad on the second tap
and drag the cursor.
Access
Click once.
context menu
Scroll
Click and hold to
move up/down/left/
right.
NOTE: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The
touchpad is sensitive to finger movement, hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Taping
harder will not increase the touchpad’s responsiveness.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
System Board Major Chip
Item
Controller
System core logic
Audio controller
Video controller
SiS M661MX+SiS 963L
RealTek ALC203 AC 97 Codec
built-in SiS M661MX
KB910
Keyboard controller
CardBus Controller
IEEE Controller
ENE CB712
VIA VT6301S
Processor
Item
Specification
CPU type
®
®
Intel Celeron M processor 370/380/390 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.60/1.70
GHz, 400 MHz FSB)
®
®
Intel Pentium M processor 735A (2MB L2 cache, 1.70 GHz, 400 MHz
FSB)
CPU package
SMT µ PGA 754 pin
CPU core voltage
Low speed: 0.8V
High speed: 1.5V
CPU I/O voltage
1.2V
BIOS
Item
Specification
BIOS vendor
Pheonix BIOS
V1.00
BIOS Version
BIOS ROM type
BIOS ROM size
BIOS package
Flash ROM
512K
32 Pin PLCC
Supported protocols
ACPI 2.0 (if available, at least 1.0b), SMBIOS 2.3, PCI 2.2, Boot Block,
PXE 2.0, Mobile PC2001, Hard Disk Password, INT 13h Extensions, PCI
Bus Power Management interface Specification, EI Torito-Bootable CD-
ROM Format Specification V1.0, Simple Boot Flag 1.0
BIOS password control
Set by switch, see SW1 settings
Second Level Cache
Item
Cache controller
Cache size
Specification
Built-in CPU
®
®
1MB for Intel Celeron M processor
®
®
2MB for Intel Pentium M processor
Always Enabled
1st level cache control
2nd level cache control
Cache scheme control
Always Enabled
Fixed-in write back
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System Memory
Item
Specification
Memory controller
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®
Intel Celeron M 370/380/390 processor at 1.50/1.60/1.70 GHz, 400
MHz FSB
®
®
Intel Pentium M 735A processor at 1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB
Onboard memory size
0MB
DIMM socket number
2 Sockets
Supports memory size per socket
Supports maximum memory size
Supports DIMM type
256MB (min)/1024MB (max)
2048MB
DDR-DRAM
333 MHz
Supports DIMM Speed
Supports DIMM voltage
Supports DIMM package
Memory module combinations
2.5 V/1.25V
200-pin so-DIMM
You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they
match the above specifications .
Memory Combinations
Slot 1
Slot 2
Total Memory
0MB
256MB
512MB
1024MB
0MB
256MB
512MB
1024MB
256MB
512MB
768MB
1280MB
512MB
768MB
1024MB
1536MB
1024MB
1280MB
1536MB
2048MB
0MB
0MB
256MB
256MB
256MB
512MB
1024MB
0MB
256MB
256MB
512MB
512MB
256MB
512MB
1024MB
0MB
512MB
512MB
1024MB
1024MB
1024MB
1024MB
256MB
512MB
1024MB
Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to
form other combinations.
LAN Interface
Item
Specification
Chipset
Supports LAN protocol
LAN connector type
10/100
RJ45
LAN connector location
Right side
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Modem Interface
Item
Specification
Chipset
CS1037 Internal Agere Scorpio chipset (Scorpio+CSP1037B)
Fax modem data baud rate (bps)
Data modem data baud rate (bps)
Supports modem protocol
Modem connector type
14.4K
56K
V.92MDC
RJ11
Modem connector location
Right side
Wireless Module 802.11b/g (optional device)
Item
Specification
Chipset
Intel
Data throughput
Protocol
11M~54M bps
802.11 b+g
Mini-PCI type II
Interface
Floppy Disk Drive Interface
Item
Specification
Vendor & model name
Floppy Disk Specifications
Media recognition
Sectors/track
There is no FDD module for this product
2DD (720KB)
2HD (1.2 MB, 3 mode)
2HD (1.44MB)
9
15
18
Tracks
80
80
80
Data transfer rate
(Kbit/s)
1 MB
1.6 MB
2 MB
Rotational speed (RPM)
Read/write heads
Encoding method
Power Requirement
Input Voltage (V)
300
2
360
300
MFM
+5V
.
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
Vendor & Model
Name
Seagate ST9402112A
HITACHI HTS424040M9A
WD ML40 WD400UE
Seagate ST960812A
Seagate ST980829A
WD ML40 WD600UE
Toshiba PLUTO
MK8025GAS
WD ML40 WD800UE
Capacity (MB)
Bytes per sector
Logical heads
Logical sectors
Drive Format
40000
512
16
60000
512
16
80000
512
16
63
63
63
Logical cylinders
16383
2/2/2
16383
2/3
16383
3/4/4
Physical read/write
heads
Disks
1/1/1
1/2
2/2/2
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Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
Spindle speed (RPM) 4200RPM/5400RPM for WD
Performance Specifications
4200RPM/5400RPM for WD
4200RPM/5400RPM for WD
8MByte/2MB for WD
Buffer size
Interface
2MByte
8MByte/2MByte for WD
Parallel ATA
Parallel ATA for seagate
ATA/ATAPI-6 for Hitachi
Parallel ATA for seagate
ATA/ATAPI-6 for Toshiba
Data transfer, rate
(host~buffer, Mbytes/
s)
100 MB/Sec
100 MB/Sec
100 MB/Sec
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance
5 +/- 5%
5 +/- 5%
5 +/- 5%
.
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
Vendor & Model
Name
Seagate ST9100825A
HGST MORAGA+ HTS541010G9A
Capacity (MB)
Bytes per sector
Logical heads
Logical sectors
Drive Format
100000
512
16
100000
512
16
63
63
Logical cylinders
16383
4
16383
4
Physical read/write
heads
Disks
2
2
Spindle speed (RPM) 4200RPM
Performance Specifications
5400RPM
Buffer size
Interface
8MByte
8192KB
Parallel ATA
100 MB/Sec
ATA/ATAPI-6
100 MB/Sec
Data transfer, rate
(host~buffer, Mbytes/
s)
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance
5 +/- 5%
5 +/- 5%
Combo Drive Interface
Item
Vendor & model name
General Specification
Interface
Specification
PHILIPS SCB5265
Remark
HLDS GCC-4244N
Enhanced IDE (ATAPI)
8cm/12cm
Disc Diameter
Loading Type
Drawer Type
Drive Mounting
Horizontal/Vertical
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Combo Drive Interface
Item
Specification
Acerage access time
Remark
Read/Write
Average access time
CD-Rom: 110ms
DVD-ROM Random Access: 125ms
DVD-ROM Full Stroke: 165ms
CD-ROM Random Access: 105ms
CD-ROM Full Stroke: 160ms
DVD-ROM: 120ms
Record speed
CD-R: 4xCLV< 10xCLV, 10-16xPCAV,
24x Max.CAV
CD-RW: 4xCLV< 10xCLV, 10-
16xPCAV, 24x Max.CAV
Read speed
CD-R/RW/ROM: 24x/24x/24x Max
CAV
CD-DA (DAE): 20x Max. CAV
DVD-R/RW/ROM: 4x/4x/8x Max. CAV
DVD-Video: 4x Max.CAV
DVD-RAM (2.6G): 2x ZCLV
DVD-RAM (4.7G): 2x ZCLV
DVD+R: 4x Max. CAV
DVD+RW: 4x Max CAV
Mounting Orientation
Buffer Under Run
Horizontal/Vertical
2MB
All angles
2MB
Power consumption
Sleep: 30mA
Standby: 25mA
Standby: 50mA
Continuous Read: 750mA
Continuous Write: 700mA
Seek: 1.0A
CD-ROM Idle: 600mA
CD-ROM Sequential Read: 800mA
CD-ROM Access: 850mA
DVD-ROM Idle: 600mA
DVD-ROM Sequential Read: 800mA
DVD-ROM Access: 850mA
Write: 850mA
Spin UP:1.0A
Maximum Current: 1.8A
Write (peak): 1200mA
Startup (peak): 1200mA
Eject (peak): 1200mA
Interface
Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible
Media compatibility
CD-R (Manufacturer):
Acer, CMC Magnetics, Hitachi Maxell Ltd., Moser Baer India (MBI), Mitsubishi
Chemical Corp. (MCC), Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Princo, Prodisc, Ricoh Co. Inc.,
Ritek, Taiyo Yuden Co. Inc., TDK Corp., Other high-volume manufacturers
CD-RW Normal, High, Ultra, and Ultra Plus, as applicable (Manufacturer):
CMC Magnetics, Mitsubishi Chemical Corp, (MCC), Prodisc, Ricoh Co. Ltd.,
Ritek, TDK Corp., ohter high-volume manufacturers
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Combo Drive Interface
Item
Specification
DVD (Read):
Remark
Format compatibility
DVD (Read):
DVD 5,9,10,18, DVD-ROM, DVD-
Video, DVD-R 3.95G, DVD-R 4.7G,
DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, Multi-
Border DVD-R/DVD-RW, Multi-
Session DVD+R, DVD+RW and DVD-
RAM (optional)
DVD-ROM single layer 4.7 GB, dual
layer 8.5GB, DVD-R: 3.95/4.7GB,
DVD-RW: 4.7GB, DVD-RAM: 2.6/
4.7G,
CD (Read):
CD-ROM Mode-1,, CD-ROM XA, CD-
Audio, Mixed Mode CD-ROM (Audio
and DAta Combined) Photo-CD (single
CD( Read):
CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/
XA Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form- and Multi-session), CD-I, Video CD,
2, CD-i Ready, Video-CD (MPEG-1), CD-Plus/CD-Extra, CD-Text, CD-R
Karaoke CD, Super Video CD, Photo- disk, CD-RW disc
CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD
Extra, i-trax CD, CD-Text, CD-R, CD-
RW
CD (Write):
CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-Audio,
Mixed Mode (Audio and Data
Combined) CD-I, Video CD, CD-Plus,
CD-Extra, CD-Text
CD (Write):
CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/
XA Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-
2, CD-i, Video-CD, CD-Text
Loading mechanism
Load: Manual
Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)
(b) Software
(c) Emergency Release
Power Requirement
Input Voltage
DC +5V+/- 5% (operation)
DC +5V+/- 8% (start up)
DVD-Dual Interface
Item
Specification
Vendor & model name
Pioneer DVR-K16RA
Philips SDVD8441
HLDS GWA-4082N
Performance Specification
Transfer rate (KB/sec)
(1) Read DVD-ROM
DVD-R
MAX 8X CAV (MAX 10800kB/s)
MAX 4X CAV (MAX 5400kB/s)
MAX 24X CAV (MAX 3600kB/s)
4X, 8X (CLV), MAX. 24X(ZCLV)
CD-ROM
(2) Write CD-R
CD-RW
4X
(CLV)
HS-RW
4X, 8X, 10X (CLV)
US-RW
8X, 10X(CLV), MAX. 16X (ZCLV)
(3) ATAPI Interface
PIO mode
16.6MB/s: PIO mode4
DMA mode
16.6MB/s: Multi word mode2
33.3MB/s: Ultra DMA mode2
Ultra DMA mode
Buffer Memory
Interface
2MB
Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible
Applicable disc format
Read:
copy-protected DVD discs, CD-ROM, CD audio, DVD-ROM and
DVD-RAM, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW and CD-R/-RW, DVD-ROM,
DVD-R/+R, DVD-R/+R, DVD-RW/+RW, 4.38GB DVD-RAM, CD-DA
discs, CD-ROM discs, CD-R discs, CD-RW discs
Write:
CD-R, CD-RW, high-speed CD-RW, Ultra-speed CD-RW, DVD-R,
DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
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DVD-Dual Interface
Item
Specification
Loading mechanism
Load: Manual
Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)
(b) Release by ATAPI command
(c) Emergency Release
Power Requirement
Input Voltage
5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)
Audio Interface
Item
Audio Controller
Specification
Realtek ALC203
Audio onboard or optional
Mono or Stereo
Built-in
Stereo
Resolution
18 bit stereo full duplex
Compatibility
AC97 2.2 S/PDIF extension compliant codec
Sampling rate
1Hz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate)
Internal microphone
Internal speaker / Quantity
Supports PnP DMA channel
Yes
Yes
DMA channel 0
DMA channel 1
Supports PnP IRQ
IRQ10, IRQ11
Video Interface
Item
Vendor & Model Name
Video memory size
Specification
built-in SiS M661MX
up to 64MB
Chip voltage
Core / 2.5V, 1.5V,
NO
Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port
Graph interface
4X AGP (Accelerated Graphic Port) Bus
1600X1200 (UXGA)
2048X1536@60HZ
Maximum resolution LCD
Maximum resolution CRT
Video Resolutions Mode
Monitor Resolution
2D Display Mode
640x480
Hz
120
120
120
120
120
85
800x600
1024x768
1152X864
1280X1024
1600x1200
1920x1080*16:9
1920x1200
75
75
1920x1440
75
2048x1536
60
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Resolution, colors and maximum refersh rate (Hz) in 256, 65K or 16.7M colors.
NOTE: 16:9 aspect ratio monitors are supported on 1920x1080 and 848x480 on Windows(R)XP, Windows(R)
2000 and Windows(R)ME. The complete list of resolutions depends on the driver version and operating
system. NOTE: resolutions are limited by the performance of the attached monitor.
USB Port
Item
USB Compliancy Level
Specification
2.0
OHCI
USB 2.0
3
Number of USB port
Location
Two on the right side; one on the front side
Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
Serial port function control
PCMCIA Port
Item
PCMCIA controller
Specification
TI PC1410
Supports card type
Type II (No Tpye III)
One type II
Right side
Number of slots
Access location
Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port
Supports 32 bit CardBus
NO
Yes (IRQ17)
Keyboard
Item
Keyboard controller
Specification
EC NS PC97551 keyboard controller
Keyboard vendor
Darfon
88-/89-key
Yes
Total number of keypads
Windows keys
Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously
Yes
Battery
Item
Specification
Vendor & model name
SANYO 4cell 2.0
SONY 4cell 2.0
SIMPLO 4cell 2.0
PANASONIC 8cell 2.2
SANYO 8cell 2.2
Battery Type
Pack capacity
Lithium-ION
2000mAH for SANYO 4cell, SONY 4cell, SIMPLO 4cell
4400mAH for PANASONIC 8cell, SANYO 8cell
Nominal voltage
14.8V
Number of battery cell
4 for SANYO/SONY/SIMPLO
8 for PANASONIC/SANYO
Package configuration
Package voltage
4S1P for SANYO 4cell/SONY/SIMPLO
4S2P for PANASONIC/SANYO 8cell
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LCD 15.4”
Item
Specification
LG LP154W01-TLA2 lead-free,
Vendor & model name
SAMSUNG LTN154X3-L01-
glare
glare
Screen Diagonal (mm)
Active Area (mm)
Display resolution (pixels)
Pixel Pitch
15.4inch
15.4inch
331.2(H)x207.0(V)
WXGA (1080x800)
0.25875(H)x0.25875(H)mm
RGB vertical stripe
Normally white
331.2(H)x207.0(V)
WXGA (1080x800)
0.25875(H)x0.25875(H)mm
RGB vertical stripe
Normally white
Pixel Arrangement
Display Mode
Surface Treatment
Haze 0 (Glare), Hardness 3H
Hard coating (2H) glare+ Anti
reflective treatment of the front
polarizer
Typical White Luminance (cd/m2)
also called Brightness
200
185
Luminance Uniformity
Contrast Ratio
not show
300
not show
300
Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall
Time)msec
25(rise+falling)
30(rise+falling)
Nominal Input Voltage VDD
not show
not show
Typical Power Consumption (watt)
3.7 (for backlight unit)
Total 5.26 @LCM circuit 1.12,
backlight input 4.14
Weight
not show
590
Physical Size(mm)
Support Color
344(W)x222(H)x6.5(D)
Native 262K colours
344(W)x222(H)x6.5(D)
262K colours
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left
Vertial: Upper/Lower
45/45
15/35
60/60
40/50
Temperature Range(° C)
0 to 50
0 to 50
Operating
-20 to -60
-20 to -60
Storage (shipping)
LCD 15.4”
Item
Specification
Vendor & model name
AUO B154EW01 V8, lead-free
AUO B154EW01 V9, lead-free,
glare
QDI QD15TL07-01, lead-free
QDI QD15TL07-02, lead-free,
glare
Screen Diagonal (mm)
Active Area (mm)
Display resolution (pixels)
Pixel Pitch
15.4inch
390.1 (15.4inch)
331.2(H)x207.0(V)
WXGA (1280x800)
0.25875(H)x0.25875(H)mm
RGB vertical stripe
Normally white
331.2(H)x207.0(V)
WXGA (1280x800)
0.2588(H)x0.2588(H)mm
RGB vertical stripe
Normally white
Pixel Arrangement
Display Mode
Surface Treatment
AG for V8
BV for V9
Anti-Glare; Hardness 3H for -01
Glare+ Hard Coating 3H for -02
Typical White Luminance (cd/m2)
also called Brightness
180
185
Luminance Uniformity
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LCD 15.4”
Item
Specification
400
Contrast Ratio
400
Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall
Time)msec
16(rise+falling)
16(rise+falling)
Nominal Input Voltage VDD
Typical Power Consumption (watt)
Weight
not show
not show
6.5W
Not show
585g
585g
Physical Size(mm)
Support Color
344(W)x222(H)x6.5(D)
Native 262K colours
344(W)x222(H)x6.35(D)
262K colours
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left
Vertial: Upper/Lower
40/40
10/30
45/45
15/35
Temperature Range(° C)
0 to 50
0 to 50
Operating
-20 to 60
-25 to 60
Storage (shipping)
LCD 15.0”
Item
Specification
Vendor & model name
AUO B150XG02V.4
LEAD-FREE
LG LPL LP150X08-
TLA2
QDI QD150XL06-
03-01 lead-free
Screen Diagonal (mm)
Active Area (mm)
Display resolution (pixels)
Pixel Pitch
381
381
381
304.1(H)x228.1(V)
XGA (1024x768)
304.1(H)x228.1(V)
XGA (1024x768)
304.1(H)x228.1(V)
XGA (1024x768)
0.297(H)x0.297(H)
mm
0.297(H)x0.297(H)
mm
0.297(H)x0.297(H)
mm
Pixel Arrangement
Display Mode
RGB vertical stripe
Normally white
Not Show
RGB vertical stripe
Normally white
RGB vertical stripe
Normally White
Surface Treatment
Hard coating (3H)
glare+ Anti
reflective treatment
of the front polarizer
Anti-glare and hard-
coating 3H Low
reflection
Typical White Luminance (cd/m2)
also called Brightness
200 (5 point
average)
170
160
Luminance Uniformity
1.25 max (5pts)
1.65 max (13pts)
not show
not show
Contrast Ratio
300
250
300
Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall
Time)msec
18/7
10/20
8/17
Nominal Input Voltage VDD
Typical Power Consumption (watt)
Weight
+3.3 Typ
5.6
not show
4.76
+3.3 Typ
not show
570g
575g
530g
Physical Size(mm)
317.3(W)x242.0(H)
x6.0(D)
317.3(W)x241.5(H)
x5.9(D)
317.3(W)x241.5(H)
x5.9(D)
Support Color
Native 262K colours
262K colours
262K colours
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left
Vertial: Upper/Lower
40/40
10/30
45/45
15/35
45/45
15/35
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Item
Specification
Temperature Range(° C)
0 to 50
-20 to 60
0 to 50
0 to 50
Operating
-20 to 60
-25 to 60
Storage (shipping)
AC Adapter
Item
Vendor & model name
Input Requirements
Specification
LITE-ON - 65W, PA-1650-02 QY
Maximum input current (A,
@90Vac, full load)
1.5 A @ 110Vac
1.0 A @ 240Vac
Nominal frequency (Hz)
Frequency variation range (Hz)
Input voltage range (Vrms)
Inrush current
50-60
47-63
90-265
Shall not be less than 220Amps (cold start) when AC input is 100V 60Hz and
DC output is +19V 3.42A
Shall not be less than 220Amps (cold start) when AC input is 240V 50Hz and
DC output is +19V 3.42A
Efficiency
It should provide an efficiency of 85% (typ. 88%) minimum, when measured at
maximum nominal voltage at 19.0V
Output Ratings (CV mode)
DC output voltage
Noise + Ripple
Load
19V
380mV
Voltage Nom. (V) Capacitance Nom. Material Type
25.0
10/1.0
TAN/CERAMIC
Output Ratings (CC mode)
DC output voltage
19V +/-0.95 for CV mode
3.6 +0.60A/-0.3A
Constant current mode
Dynamic Output Characteristics
Turn-on delay time
5 sec (@ 115Vac)
5ms (@115Vac, Full load)
29V
Hold up time
Over Voltage Protection (OVP)
Short circuit protection
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
5.0A max can be protected and output can be shorted without damage
+/-15KV (at air discharge)
+/-8KV (at contact discharge)
Dielectric Withstand Voltage
Primary to secondary
Leakage current
2150Vac
100uA
Regulatory Requirements
Safety Requirements:
1.The power supply must comply with the following national standards: UL,
CSA, CCC, BSM, PCBC< CE, FIMKO, DEMKO, NEMKO, SIMKO, TUV
2. Dielectric Strength-primary to secondary: 2150 VDC for 1sec.
3. Insulation Resistance- primary to secondary: 30 Meg. ohms Min., 500VDC
4. Ground Leakage Current- the power supply ground leakage current shall be
less than 100uA.
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Power Management
Power Saving Mode
Phenomenon
Standby Mode
T
T
The buzzer beeps
The Sleep indicator lights up
Enter Standby Mode when
1.Standby/Hibernation hot-key is pressed
and system is not ready to enter Hibernation
mode.
2.System standby/ Hibernation timer expires
and system is not ready to enter Hibernation
mode.
Hibernation Mode
T
All power shuts off
Enter Hibernation Mode (suspend to HDD)
when
1.Hibernation hot-key is pressed and
system is ready to enter Hibernation mode
2.System Hibernation timer expires and
system is ready to enter Hibernation mode.
Display Standby Mode
T
T
The display shuts off
Keyboard, built-in touchpad, and an external
PS/2 pointing device are idle for a specified
period.
Hard Disk Standby Mode
Hard disk drive is in standby mode.
(spindle turned-off)
Hard disk is idle within a specified period of
time.
Environmental Requirements
Item
Specification
Temperature
Operating
+0~+35 °C
Non-operating
-20~+65 °C
Package storage
-20~+65 °C
Humidity
Operating
10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
Non-operating
10% to 90% RH, non-condensing (Unpacked)
10% to 90% RH, non-condensing (Storage package)
Non-operating
Vibration
Operating (unpacked)
Non-operating (unpacked)
Operation vibration: 1.0G ,X,Y,Zaxis, 30 minutes/axis
5~27.1Hz: 0.6G
27.1~50Hz: 0.04mm (peak to peak)
50~500Hz: 2.0G
Non-operating (packed)
5~62.6Hz: 0.51mm (peak to peak)
62.6~500Hz: 4.0G
Mechanical Specification
Item
Specification
Dimensions
364(W) x 279(D) x 33.9/38.98 (H)mm
14.3 X 11 x 1.3/1.5 inches
Weight
6.08 Ibs (2.76kg) for 15” XGA LCD model
6.17 lbs (2.8kg) for 15.4” WXGA LCD model
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Mechanical Specification
Item
Specification
I/O Ports
Three USB 2.0 ports
Ethernet (RJ-45) port
Modem (RJ-11) port
External display (VGA) port
Microphone/line-in jack
Headphones/speaker/line-out jack
Type II PC Card slot
DC-in jack for AC adaptor
Drive Bays
Material
One
Plastic
Indicators
LED indicator for keyboard hot key: Caps Lock, Scroll Lock, NUmber lock
LED indicator for function indicator: System power-on, HDD/ODD, Wireless on/off,
Arcade LED mode, DC-in, Battery/Charging indicator
Switch
Power
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Chapter 2
System Utilities
BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/
Output System).
Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if
you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4
Troubleshooting when problem arises.
To activate the BIOS Utility, press mduring POST (when “Press <F2> to enter Setup” message is prompted
on the bottom of screen).
Press mto enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to “disabled”. If you want to change
boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set the parameter to “enabled”.
Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without
entering BIOS SETUP Utility.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
. Info.
Main
Advanced
Security
Boot
Exit
Mobile AMD Sempron (TM) Processor 2600+
CPU Type :
CPU Speed :
HDD Model Name :
HDD Serial Number :
ATAPI Model Name :
ATAPI Serial Number None
System BIOS Ver
VGA BIOS Ver
KBC Ver
V1.0
22 Byte
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Serial Number
Asset Tag Number
Produce Name
Manufacturer Name:
UUID:
32 Byte
16 Byte
16 Byte
32 Byte
N/A
Aspire 3000
Acer
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
↑ ↓
F1 Help
Select Item
F5/F6 Change Values
Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
← →
Esc Exit
Select Menu
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Navigating the BIOS Utility
There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit.
Follow these instructions:
T
T
T
T
T
T
To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx).
To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy).
To change the value of a parameter, press por q.
A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press eto expand this item.
Press ^while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.
In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing t. You can also press uto save any
changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a
particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item
Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values. Please
note that system information vary in models.
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Information
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Advanced Security
. Info.
Main
Boot
Exit
Mobile AMD Sempron (TM) Processor 2600+
CPU Type :
CPU Speed :
HDD Model Name :
HDD Serial Number :
ATAPI Model Name :
ATAPI Serial Number None
System BIOS Ver
VGA BIOS Ver
KBC Ver
V1.0
22 Byte
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Serial Number
Asset Tag Number
Produce Name
Manufacturer Name:
UUID:
32 Byte
16 Byte
16 Byte
32 Byte
N/A
Aspire 3000
Acer
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
↑ ↓
F1 Help
Select Item
F5/F6 Change Values
Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
← →
Esc Exit
Select Menu
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NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.
Parameter
HDD Model Name
HDD Serial Number
ATAPI Model Name
Description
This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master.
This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master.
This field displays the mofel name of devices installed on secondary IDE master. The hard
disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system.
ATAPI Serial Number
Serial Number
This field shows the serial number of devices installed on secondary IDE master.
This field displays the serial number of this unit.
UUID Number
This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is presenting.
UUID=32bytes
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Main
The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup
parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Info.
Advanced
Security
Boot
Exit
Main
Item Specific Help
System Time:
System Date:
[15:56:48]
[03/18/2005]
<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or
<Enter> selects field.
Shows system base memory size
Shows extended memory size
VGA memory size
System Memory:
640 KB
446MB
[64 MB]
Extended Memory:
Video Memory
Quiet Boot:
[Enabled]
[Auto ]
Power on display:
Network boot
F12 Boot Menu
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
D2D Recovery
USB BIOS Legacy
↑ ↓
F1 Help
Esc Exit
Select Item
F5/F6 Change Values
Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
← →
Select Menu
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
Parameter
System Time
Description
Format/Option
Format: HH:MM:SS
Sets the system time. The hours are displayed
with 24-hour format.
(hour:minute:second) System Time
System Date
Sets the system date.
Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/
year)
System Date
System Memory
This field reports the memory size of the system.
Memory size is fixed to 640MB
Extended Memory
This field reports the memory size of the
extended memory in the system.
Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB
VGA Memory
Fast Boot
Shows the VGA memory size. VGA Memory
size=64/128MB
Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or
not; shows Summary Screen is disabled or
enabled.
Option: Enabled or Disabled
Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and
Summary Screen is disabled.
Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and
Summary Screen is enabled.
Power on display
Auto: During power process, the system will
detect if any display device is connected on
external video port. If any external display device
is connected, the power on display will be in CRT
(or projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in
LCD only mode.
Option: Auto or Both
Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated
LCD screen and the system’s external video port
(for an external CRT or projector).
Network Boot
Enables, disables the system boot from LAN
(remote server).
Option: Enabled or Disabled
F12 Boot Menu
D2D Recovery
Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST.
Option: Disabled or Enabled
Option: Enabled or Disabled
Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The
function allows the user to create a hidden
partition on hard disc drive to store operation
system and restore the system to factory
defaults.
USB BIOS Legacy Support
Enables or disables legacy USB devices under
DOS mode.
Option: Enabled or Disabled
NOTE: The sub-items under each device will not be shown if the device control is set to disable or auto. This is
because the user is not allowed to control the settings in these cases.
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Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Security
Exit
Info.
Main
Advanced
Boot
Item Specific Help
Supervisor Password Is:
User Password Is:
Clear
Clear
When shown as [Locked],
the hard drive password
currently can not be changed
or disabled.
Clear
Primary HardDisk Security:
HDD Master ID:
43883445
[Enter]
[Enter]
[Enter]
Set Supervisor Password
To change or disable it, turn
off the system and enter Setup
immediately after turning it
back on.
Set User Passord
Set HDD Password
Password on Boot
[Disabled]
Press [Enter] to input, change,
or disable hard drive
passwords.
↑ ↓
F1 Help
Esc Exit
Select Item
F5/F6 Change Values
Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
← →
Select Menu
F10 Save and Exit
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
Parameter
User Password is
Description
Option
Clear or Set
Shows the setting of the user password.
Shows the setting of the Supervisor password
Supervisor Password is
Set User Password
Clear or Set
Press Enter to set the user password. When
user password is set, this password protects
the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized
access. The user can enter Setup menu only
and does not have right to change the value of
parameters.
Set Supervisor Password
Primary Harddisk Security
Press Enter to set the supervisor password.
When set, this password protects the BIOS
Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The
user can not either enter the Setup menu nor
change the value of parameters.
This feature is available to user when
Supervisor password is set. Password can be
written on HDD only when Supervisor
password or user password is set and
password on HDD is set to enabled.
Supervisor Password is written to HDD only
when Supervisor password is being set. User
password is written to HDD when both
passwords are set. When both Supervisor and
user password are present, both passwords
can unlock the HDD.
Disabled or Enabled
Password on Boot
Defines whether a password is required or not
while the events defined in this group
happened. The following sub-options are all
requires the Supervisor password for changes
and should be grayed out if the user password
was used to enter setup.
Disabled or Enabled
NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don’t forget
your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your
dealer to reset it.
Setting a Password
Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:
1. Use the wandykeys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the ekey. The
Set Supervisor Password box appears:
2. Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8
alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New
Password” field.
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3. Press e.
After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.
4. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter.
5. When you are done, press uto save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Removing a Password
Follow these steps:
1. Use the wand ykeys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the ekey. The
Set Password box appears:
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
3. Press etwice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.
The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”.
4. When you have changed the settings, press uto save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Changing a Password
1. Use the wand ykeys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the ekey. The
Set Password box appears:
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password
field.
4. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.
5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.
6. When you are done, press uto save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following.
The password setting is complete after the user presses u.
If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the
Setup Warning.
If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following
message.
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Boot
This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices
includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Boot
Info.
Main
Advanced
Security
Exit
Item Specific Help
CD-ROM/DVD Drive
Floppy Devices
+Hard Drive
+ and - indicate device
categories. Use <Enter> to
expand/collapses.
Network Boot
Boot order is top-down using
only the top device in each
category.
Use <F6> and <F5> to move
highlighted item up and down.
↑ ↓
F1 Help
Esc Exit
Select Item
F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
← →
4
Select Menu
Enter Select
Sub-Menu
F10 Save and Exit
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Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Advanced Security
Exit
Info.
Main
Boot
Item Specific Help
Exit Saving Changes
Exit System Setup and save
your changes to CMOS.
Exit Dicarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes
↑ ↓
F1 Help
Esc Exit
Select Item
F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
← →
4
Select Menu
Enter Select
Sub-Menu
F10 Save and Exit
The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
Parameter
Description
Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Default
Discard Changes
Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.
Load default values for all SETUP item.
Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.
Save Setup Data to CMOS.
Save Changes
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BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
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New versions of system programs
New features or options
Restore 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.
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Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
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:
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Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
Flat-bladed screw driver
Phillips screw driver
Tweezers
Plastic Flat-bladed screw driver
Hexed 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.
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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
.
NOTE: Aspire 9100 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you may
need to tear the tape or mylar before you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors.
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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
*2
*1
HDD Module
*2
Dimm Cover
Modem Cover
Hinge Caps
*2
*2
HDD
HDD Holder
Memory
Modem Board
Middle Cover
*6
*2
Keyboard
LCD Module
Launch Board
*3
*3
*11
*4
*3
Mini PCI Card
Plate
RTC Battery
*4
Disconnect
Wireless LAN
Antenna
Lower Case
Assembly
Upper Case
Assembly
Thermal
Module
*2
*4
Wireless LAN
Antenna
Touchpad
Cover
Wireless LAN
Card
FDD Module
CPU
*4
HDD Bracket
*1
*1
*3
ODD Support
Bracket
CPU Heatsink
Plate
VGA Heatsink
Plate
Touchpad
Button Pad
ODD Module
*2
*4
Touchpad
Scroll Key
ODD Bracket
ODD
Main Board
Touchpad
*2
*4
Touchpad
Cable
DC Board
PCMCIA Slot
Upper Case
*2
Speaker Set
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LCD Module
4 LCD
Cushions
*4
LCD Bezel
*1
Inverter
*4
LCD
LCD Panel
*4
LCD Brackets
LCD Coaxial
Cable
Screw List
Item
Description
A
SCREW F040 9 5.0X5.0 9.5X(IO) R00
SCREW M2.0X0.4P+3FP ZK(NL)
SCREW M2.5 K 5/2 X0.85 4 ZK(NL)
SCREW M2.5X0.45+10K NIL
SCREW M2.5X0.45+8K ZBL
B
C
D
E
F
SCREW M2.5X0.45P+3F NI
G
SCREW M3.0X0.8P+3K NL
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Removing the Battery
1. Unlatch the battery latch then remove the battery.
Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. Remove the screw securing the hard disk drive (HDD) cover.
3. Then remove the HDD cover.
4. Pull the HDD module backwards as shown.
5. Remove the HDD module.
Disassembling the Hard Disc Drive Module
1. Remove two screw securing the HDD bracket.
2. Remove the other two screw on the other side.
3. Take out the HDD from the HDD bracket.
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1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module” on page 50.
3. Remove the screw securing the optical disc drove (ODD) module.
4. Push the ODD module outwards with a flat headed screw driver.
5. Then remove the ODD module.
Disassembling the Optical Disc Drive Module
1. Remove two screws securing the ODD bracket.
2. Then remove the ODD bracket.
Removing the Memory
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. Remove the two screws securing the DIMM cover then remove the DIMM cover.
3. Pop out the memory.
4. Then remove the memory from the DIMM socket.
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Removing the LCD Module
Removing the Middle Cover
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. Open the notebook as image shows.
3. Detach the middle cover carefully then remove it.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. Remove the four screws securing the keyboard.
4. Turn the keyboard over as shown.
5. Disconnect the keyboard cable then remove the keyboard.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. Remove the three screws securing the system fan.
5. Disconnect the fan cable.
6. Then detach the fan from the main unit.
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7. Remove the four screws securing the CPU thermal module.
8. Then remove the CPU thermal module.
NOTE: Please remove the screws in the order that the image indicates. Start from 4, 3, 2 then 1. When you
reassemble the CPU thermal module, secure the screws as the order: 1, 2, 3 then 4. This can help you
average the force to each screw, therefore the CPU module can be secured well.
9. Release the CPU lock with a flat headed screw driver.
10. Then detch the CPU from the socket carefully.
Removing the Wireless LAN Card
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. Pop out the wireless LAN card.
4. Disconnect the main and the auxiliary antennae.
5. Then remove the wireless LAN card from the main unit.
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1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. Disconnect the inverter cable with a flat headed screw driver.
5. Take out the LVDS cable then disconnect the LVDS cable.
6. Tear off the tape securing the wireless LAN antennae then release the antennae.
7. Remove the two screws securing the LCD module on the rear side.
8. Remove the two screws securing the LCD module on the bottom.
9. Then detach the LCD module carefully.
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Disassembling the LCD Module
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Fan, the CPU Thermal Module and the CPU” on page 53.
5. See “Removing the Wireless LAN Card” on page 54.
6. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 55.
7. Detach the two rubber pads and the two screw pads.
8. Remove the four screws securing the LCD bezel.
9. Detach the LCD bezel carefully.
10. Remove the nine screws securing the LCD to the LCD panel.
11. Take out the LCD assembly from the LCD panel.
12. Disconnect the LCD inverter cable.
13. Discnnect the LCD inverter board.
14. Turn over the LCD.
15. Disconnect the LCD cable.
16. Remove the four screws securing the right LCD bracket, then remove the right bracket.
17. Remove the four screws securing the left LCD bracket, then remove the left bracket.
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Disassembling the Main Unit
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50..
2. See “Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module” on page 50.
3. See “Removing the Optical Disc Drive Module” on page 51.
4. See “Removing the Memory” on page 51.
5. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 53.
6. Remove the fifteen screws securing the lower case assembly and the upper case assembly on the
bottom.
7. Remove the three screws securing the upper case assembly.
8. Disconnect the touchpad cable.
9. Disconnect the power board cable.
10. Then detach the upper case assembly.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module” on page 50.
3. See “Removing the Optical Disc Drive Module” on page 51.
4. See “Removing the Memory” on page 51.
5. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 53.
6. Remove the two screws securing the power board.
7. Tear off the tape holding the power board cable then remove the power board.
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1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. Pull back the tape covering the touchpad FFC.
7. Disconnect the touchpad FFC the remove it.
8. Remove the four screws securing the touchpad bracket.
9. Slide the touchpad bracket back as shown.
10. Then remove the touchpad bracket.
11. Use a flat headed screw driver to detach the touchpad board.
12. Then detach the touchpad carefully.
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1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. Disconnect the SW DJ board cable.
7. Disconnect the CIR receiver cable.
8. Then disconnect the audio board FFC cable.
9. Disconnect the speaker set cable.
10. Then detach the speaker set from the lower case.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. See “Removing the Speaker Set” on page 60.
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7. Remove the two screws securing the SW DJ board assembly.
8. Remove the SW DJ board assembly from the lower case.
9. Remove the two screws securing the SW DJ board and SW DJ board bracket.
10. Then remove the SW DJ board.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. See “Removing the Speaker Set” on page 60.
7. See “Removing the SW DJ Board Assembly” on page 60.
8. Remove the screw securing the audio board.
9. Detach the audio board FFC.
10. Release the CIR receiver cable.
11. Then detach the audio board.
Removing the VGA Thermal Module
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
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2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. Remove the three screws securing the VGA thermal module.
7. Then detach the VGA thermal module.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. Remove the two screws securing the modem board.
7. Disconnect the modem board connector.
8. Disconnect the modem board cable then remove the board.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. See “Removing the Speaker Set” on page 60.
7. See “Removing the SW DJ Board Assembly” on page 60.
8. See “Removing the Audio Board” on page 61.
9. See “Removing the VGA Thermal Module” on page 61.
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10. See “Removing the Modem Board” on page 62.
11. Remove the two nut screws securing the main board.
12. Press the PCMCIA card button.
13. Remove the dummy card.
14. Remove the two screws securing the main board to the lower case.
15. Then detach the main board from the lower case carefully.
IMPORTANT:When assembling/disassembling the main board, whenever there is a mylar on the main board
(see the highlighted with red below; the mylar is sami-transparent, film-like stuff ), it should be
transferred “if necessary” to the replacement main board. Because the main board mylar should be
stuck to the main board to prevent the antenna cable and the main board components short circuit.
The short could cause the main board or the antenna cable burned.
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 50.
2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 53.
3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 53.
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4. See “Removing the Power Board” on page 58.
5. See “Removing the Upper Case Assembly” on page 58.
6. See “Removing the Speaker Set” on page 60.
7. See “Removing the SW DJ Board Assembly” on page 60.
8. See “Removing the Audio Board” on page 61.
9. See “Removing the VGA Thermal Module” on page 61.
10. See “Removing the Modem Board” on page 62.
11. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 62.
12. Turn over the main board as shown.
13. Disconnect the control board antenna.
14. Pop out the control board then remove it.
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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or
modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating
the same operation.
3. Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to.
Symptoms (Verified)
on or stay on.)
POST does not complete. No beep or error
codes are indicated.
“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
page 71
POST detects an error and displayed messages “Error Message List” on page 72
on screen.
Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or
others).
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Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent
problems).
“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
page 71
“Intermittent Problems” on page 83
“Undetermined Problems” on page 84
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System Check Procedures
External Diskette Drive Check
Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is
required.
NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause
damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.
Do the following to select the test device.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.
2. See if FDD Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test.
3. Follow the instructions in the message window.
If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board.
If the error still remains:
1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module.
2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
3. Replace the main board.
External CD-ROM Drive Check
Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM does
not have any label attached to it. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail.
Do the following to select the test device:
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.
2. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test.
3. Follow the instructions in the message window.
If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the System board. If the error still remains:
1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
3. Replace the main board.
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested.
If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable
extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board.
If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test.
If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the keyboard cables.
2. Replace the keyboard.
3. Replace the main board.
The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:
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External keyboard
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If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
Memory check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board.
2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.
3. Press F2 in the test items.
4. Follow the instructions in the message window.
NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error.
Power System Check
To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources:
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied.
3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by
the battery pack.
If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list:
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“Check the Battery Pack” on page 70
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Check the Power Adapter
Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power
adapter cable. See the following figure
Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V
Pin 2: 0V, Ground
1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter.
2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
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Replace the System board.
If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 84.
If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
3. If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter for correct
continuity and installation.
4. If the operational charge does not work, see “Check the Battery Pack” on page 70.
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Check the Battery Pack
To check the battery pack, do the following:
From Software:
1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel
2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total
Battery Power Remaining are correct.
3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter.
4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging.
From Hardware:
1. Power off the computer.
2. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). See the
following figure
3. If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery.
To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50%
of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.
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.
Touchpad Check
If the touchpad doesn’t work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the touchpad cables.
2. Replace the touchpad.
3. Replace the system board.
After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement
can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware
problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.
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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is
listed first.
NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU
replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU.
This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 84.
The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified
by function.
NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware
device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the
way it has been configured.
NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter
Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
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Index of Error Messages
Error Code List
Error Codes
Error Messages
Equipment Configuration Error
006
Causes:
1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch
2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error
(THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration
Error”)
010
070
071
072
110
Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh)
Real Time Clock Error
CMOS Battery Bad
CMOS Checksum Error
System disabled.
Incorrect password is specified.
<No error code>
<No error code>
Battery critical LOW
In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down
system, no message will show.
Thermal critical High
In this situation BIOS will shut down system, not show message.
Error Message List
Error Messages
FRU/Action in Sequence
Failure Fixed Disk
Reconnect hard disk drive connector.
Hard disk drive
System board
Stuck Key
see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 67.
see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 67.
see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 67.
Unlock external keyboard
Keyboard error
Keyboard Controller Failed
Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch
Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Setup Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
BIOS ROM
System board
DIMM
System board
DIMM
System board
System battery is dead - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure
system time, then reboot system.
System CMOS checksum bad - Default
configuration used
RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System timer error
RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System board
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Error Message List
Error Messages
Real time clock error
FRU/Action in Sequence
RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System board
Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
used
RTC battery
System board
Memory size found by POST differed from
CMOS
Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
DIMM
System board
Diskette drive A error
Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page 67.
Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP
Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
System cache error - Cache disabled
CPU ID:
System board
System board
DMA Test Failed
DIMM
System board
Software NMI Failed
DIMM
System board
Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed
Device Address Conflict
DIMM
System board
Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Allocation Error for device
Failing Bits: nnnn
Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
DIMM
BIOS ROM
System board
Fixed Disk n
None
Invalid System Configuration Data
BIOS ROM
System board
I/O device IRQ conflict
Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Operating system not found
Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.
Diskette drive
Hard disk drive
System board
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Error Message List
No beep Error Messages
FRU/Action in Sequence
No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
blank.
System Check” on page 68.
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
Reconnect the DIMM.
LED board.
System board.
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
blank.
System Check” on page 68.
Reconnect the LCD connector
Hard disk drive
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD Inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is Reconnect the LCD connectors.
blank. But you can see POST on an external
CRT.
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a
blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST.
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
System board
No beep during POST but system runs correctly. Speaker
System board
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Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
Code
Beeps
POST Routine Description
Verify Real Mode
02h
03h
04h
06h
08h
09h
0Ah
0Bh
0Ch
0Eh
0Fh
10h
11h
Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)
Get CPU type
Initialize system hardware
Initialize chipset with initial POST values
Set IN POST flag
Initialize CPU registers
Enable CPU cache
Initialize caches to initial POST values
Initialize I/O component
Initialize the local bus IDE
Initialize Power Management
Load alternate registers with initial POST
values
12h
13h
14h
Restore CPU control word during warm boot
Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices
Initialize keyboard controller
BIOS ROM checksum
16h
17h
18h
1Ah
1Ch
20h
22h
24h
26h
28h
29h
2Ah
2Ch
2Eh
1-2-2-3
Initialize cache before memory autosize
8254 timer initialization
8237 DMA controller initialization
Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller
Test DRAM refresh
1-3-1-1
1-3-1-3
Test 8742 Keyboard Controller
Set ES segment register to 4 GB
Enable A20 line
Autosize DRAM
Initialize POST Memory Manager
Clear 215 KB base RAM
1-3-4-1
1-3-4-3
RAM failure on address line xxxx
RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of
memory bus
2Fh
30h
Enable cache before system BIOS shadow
1-4-1-1
RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of
memory bus
32h
33h
36h
38h
3Ah
3Ch
3Dh
42h
45h
Test CPU bus-clock frequency
Initialize Phoenix Dispatch Manager
Warm start shut down
Shadow system BIOS ROM
Autosize cache
Advanced configuration of chipset registers
Load alternate registers with CMOS values
Initialize interrupt vectors
POST device initialization
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Code
Beeps
POST Routine Description
Check ROM copyright notice
46h
48h
49h
4Ah
4Bh
4Ch
4Eh
50h
51h
52h
54h
58h
59h
5Ah
5Bh
5Ch
60h
62h
64h
66h
67h
68h
69h
6Ah
6Bh
6Ch
6Eh
2-1-2-3
Check video configuration against CMOS
Initialize PCI bus and devices
Initialize all video adapters in system
QuietBoot start (optional)
Shadow video BIOS ROM
Display BIOS copyright notice
Display CPU type and speed
Initialize EISA board
Test keyboard
Set key click if enabled
2-2-3-1
Test for unexpected interrupts
Initialize POST display service
Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”
Disable CPU cache
Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB
Test extended memory
Test extended memory address lines
Jump to User Patch1
Configure advanced cache registers
Initialize Multi Processor APIC
Enable external and CPU caches
Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area
Display external L2 cache size
Load custom defaults (optional)
Display shadow-area message
Display possible high address for UMB
recovery
70h
72h
76h
7Ch
7Eh
80h
81h
82h
83h
84h
85h
86h
87h
Display error messages
Check for configuration errors
Check for keyboard errors
Set up hardware interrupt vectors
Initialize coprocessor if present
Disable onboard Super I/O ports and IRQs
Late POST device initialization
Detect and install external RS232 ports
Configure non-MCD IDE controllers
Detect and install external parallel ports
Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices
Re-initialize onboard I/O ports
Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices
(optional)
88h
89h
8Ah
8Bh
Initialize BIOS Area
Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs)
Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area
Test and initialize PS/2 mouse
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Code
Beeps
POST Routine Description
Initialize floppy controller
8Ch
8Fh
90h
91h
92h
93h
95h
96h
97h
98h
Determine number of ATA drives (optional)
Initialize hard-disk controllers
Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers
Jump to UserPatch2
Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards
Install CD ROM for boot
Clear huge ES segment register
Fixup Multi Processor table
1-2
Search for option ROMs. One long, two short
beeps on checksum failure.
99h
9Ah
9Ch
9Dh
9Eh
9Fh
A0h
A2h
A4h
A8h
AAh
ACh
AEh
B0h
B2h
B4h
B5h
B6h
B9h
BAh
BBh
BCh
BDh
BEh
BFh
C0h
C1h
C2h
C3h
C4h
C5h
C6h
C7h
C8h
C9h
Check for SMART drive (optional)
Shadow option ROMs
Set up Power Management
Initialize security engine (optional)
Enable hardware interrupts
Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives
Set time of day
Check key lock
Initialize Typematic rate
Erase F2 prompt
Scan for F2 key stroke
Enter SETUP
Clear Boot flag
Check for errors
POST done- prepare to boot operating system
One short beep before boot
Terminate QuietBoot (optional)
Check password (optional)
Prepare Boot
1
Initialize DMI parameters
Initialize PnP Option ROMs
Clear parity checkers
Display MultiBoot menu
Clear screen (optional)
Check virus and backup reminders
Try to boot with INT 19
Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM)
Initialize error logging
Initialize error display function
Initialize system error handler
PnPnd dual CMOS (optional)
Initialize notebook docking (optional)
Initialize notebook docking late
Force check (optional)
Extended checksum (optional)
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Code
Code
Beeps
Beeps
POST Routine Description
Unknown interrupt
D2h
E0h
E1h
E2h
E3h
E4h
E5h
E6h
E7h
E8h
E9h
EAh
EBh
ECh
EDh
EEh
EFh
F0h
F1h
F2h
F3h
F4h
F5h
F6h
F7h
Initialize the chipset
Initialize the bridge
Initialize the CPU
Initialize the system timer
Initialize system I/O
Check force recovery boot
Checksum BIOS ROM
Go to BIOS
Set Huge Segment
Initialize Multi Processor
Initialize OEM special code
Initialize PIC and DMA
Initialize Memory type
Initialize Memory size
Shadow Boot Block
System memory test
Initialize interrupt vectors
Initialize Run Time Clock
Initialize video
Initialize System Management Mode
Output one beep before boot
Boot to Mini DOS
1
Clear Huge Segment
Boot to Full DOS
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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message
LCD-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
LCD backlight doesn't work
LCD is too dark
Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then
reboot system.
Reconnect the LCD connectors.
LCD brightness cannot be adjusted
LCD contrast cannot be adjusted
Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
Unreadable LCD screen
Missing pels in characters
Abnormal screen
Reconnect the LCD connector
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
Wrong color displayed
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines
displayed.
LCD inverter ID
LCD inverter
LCD cable
LCD
System board
Indicator-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system Reconnect the inverter board
runs correctly
Inverter board
System board
Power-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
Power shuts down during operation
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 68.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesn’t power-on.
The system doesn’t power-off.
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 68.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 68.
Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
System board
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Power-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
Battery can’t be charged
See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 70.
Battery pack
System board
PCMCIA-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA)
PCMCIA slot assembly
System board
PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
PCMCIA slot assembly
Memory-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
Memory count (size) appears different from
actual size.
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings, then
reboot system.
DIMM
System board
Speaker-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound
comes from the computer.
Audio driver
Speaker
System board
Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound. Speaker
System board
Power Management-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
The system will not enter hibernation
Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard)
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and See “Hibernation Mode” on page 30.
four short beeps every minute.
Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode.
Touchpad
Keyboard
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn’t enter standby mode after
closing the LCD
See “Hibernation Mode” on page 30.
LCD cover switch
System board
The system doesn't resume from hibernation
mode.
See “Hibernation Mode” on page 30.
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
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Power Management-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
The system doesn't resume from standby mode See “Hibernation Mode” on page 30.
after opening the LCD.
LCD cover switch
System board
Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours.
than 90%.
Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge
battery).
Battery pack
System board
System hangs intermittently.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.
Hard disk connection board
System board
Peripheral-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
System configuration does not match the
installed devices.
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings”, then
reboot system.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.
External display does not work correctly.
Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching
System board
USB does not work correctly
Print problems.
System board
Ensure the “Parallel Port” in the “Onboard Devices Configuration” of
BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board
Serial or parallel port device problems.
Ensure the “Serial Port” in the Devices Configuration” of BIOS Setup
Utility is set to Enabled.
Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work.
Reconnect the keyboard cable.
Keyboard
System board
Touchpad does not work.
Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board
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Modem-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
Internal modem does not work correctly.
Modem phone port
modem combo board
System board
NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined
Problems” on page 84.
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Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a
hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement
should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following:
1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.
3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.
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Undetermined Problems
The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect,
whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative.
Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU).
NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer.
NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power
System Check” on page 68):
1. Power-off the computer.
2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.
3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:
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Non-Acer devices
Printer, mouse, and other external devices
Battery pack
Hard disk drive
DIMM
CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
PC Cards
4. Power-on the computer.
5. Determine if the problem has changed.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:
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System board
LCD assembly
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Jumper and Connector Locations
Top View
[14]
[13]
[15]
[42]
[16]
[17]
[18]
[19]
[20]
[21]
[22]
[24]
[23]
[28]
[31]
[25]
[26]
[27]
[29]
[30]
[32]
[33]
[39][40]
[41][37] [38]
[34][35][36]
13 (PJ1)
Power Jack
14 (CN12)
CRT Connector
15 (CN14)
17 (U18)
19 (CN17)
21 (U21)
Battery Connector
302ELV LVDS Encoder
MINI PCI
16 (CN15)
18 (CN16)
20 (U20)
ODD Connector
RJ45 & RJ11 Connector
Northbridge M760GX
USB Connector
CPU Socket
22 (CN18)
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23 (CN19)
25 (U23)
USB Connector
24 (U22)
26 (BT1)
BIOS ROM
EC PC97551
RTC Battery
27 (CN20)
29 (CN21)
31 (CN22)
33 (CN24)
35 (CN25)
37 (SW2)
39 (LED2)
41 (U30)
DDR SO-DIMM Socket1
DDR SO-DIMM Socket2
PCMCIA Connector
USB Connector
28 (U25)
LAN PHY RTL8201CP
Southbridge 963L
HDD Connector
LineOut Jack
30 (U26)
32 (CN23)
34 (CN26)
36 (CN27)
38 (SW3)
40 (LED1)
42 (CN13)
Microphone Jack
WLAN Button
LineIn Jack
Bluetooth button
Power LED
Battery LED
Audio Codec ALC203
FAN Connector
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[01]
[02]
[03]
[04]
[05]
[06]
[07]
[08]
[09]
[10]
[11]
[12]
1 (SW1)
3 (CN2)
5 (CN4)
7 (CN6)
9 (U12)
11 (CN9)
Lid Switch
2 (CN1)
4 (CN3)
6 (CN5)
8 (CN7)
10 (U13)
12 (CN11)
Panel Connector
LED Board Connector
Keyboard Connector
Touchpad Board Connector
Clock Generator
Modem Connector
Bluetooth Module Connector
Internal Microphone Connector
PCMCIA Connector
MDC Connector
Internal Speaker Connector
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Chapter 6
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 3630/
TravelMate 2430. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise
Authorization).
Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available
on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on
the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a
DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use
the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer
machines.
NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or
regulations on how to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to
return it.
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Adapter
NS
NS
NS
ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN DELTA SADP-
65KB BF 19V
AP.06501.005
AP.06503.006
AP.06506.001
ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN LITE-ON PA-
1650-02 Q2 19V
ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN HIPRO HP-
OK066B13QT
Battery
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NS
BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 4S2P 4.4A
4UR18650F-2-QC140
BT.T5003.001
BT.T5005.001
BT.T5003.002
BT.00407.001
BATTERY PANASONIC LI-ION 4S2P
4.4A CGR-B/8B5AE
BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 4S1P 2.2A
4UR18650F-2-QC141
BATTERY SIMPPLO PACK LI-ION
4S1P 2.0A
Board
NS
NS
MODEM BOARD 56K(MDC)
T60M893.03 S.P.
54.T72V7.001
54.T48V7.001
BLUETOOTH MODULE W/ANTENNA
NS
WIRELESS LAN BOARD FOXCONN
ABT_BRM4318BG
54.A51V7.002
NS
NS
LAUNCH BOARD
55.T50V7.001
55.T50V7.002
TOUCH PAD BOARD
Cable
NS
NS
FFC CABLE - TP/B TO MB
MODEM CABLE
50.T50V7.001
50.A510V7.001
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NS
POWER CORD US (3 PIN)
POWER CORD PRC (3 PIN)
POWER CORD KOERA ( Pin)
POWER CORD EU (3 PIN)
POWER CORD UK (3 PIN)
POWER CORD ITALIAN (3 PIN)
POWER CORD- SWISS
27.A03V7.001
27.A03V7.003
27.T23V7.006
27.A03V7.002
27.A03V7.004
27.A03V7.005
27.A03V7.007
27.A03V7.008
27.A03V7.006
27.T48V7.001
POWER CORD AU (3 PIN)
POWER CORD DANISH (3 PIN)
POWER CORD AF (3 PIN)
Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly
5
6
MIDDLE COVER W/BUTTON
42.A27V7.001
UPPER CASE W/TP,CABLE, TP
BRACKET, MIC, BLUETOOTH
CABLE
60.A51V7.001
11
LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER
60.A51V7.002
NS
I/O BEZEL
42.T51V7.001
13
12
DIMM/WIRELESS COVER
42.A51V7.001
42.A51V7.002
HEATSINK COVER W/O DOCKING
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15
HDD COVER
42.T63V7.004
NS
14
3 IN 1 DUMMY COVER
42.T51V7.003
33.T50V7.001
HDD BRACKET
Communication Module
NS
WIRELESS LAN ANTENNA
50.T50V7.003
CPU/Processor
NS
AMD MOBILE SEMPRON 2800+
25WD
KC.S2802.25D
KC.S3002.25D
AMD MOBILE SEMPRON 3000+
25WD
AMD MOBILE TURION 64 ML28
AMD MOBILE TURION 64 ML30
AMD MOBILE TURION 64 ML32
AMD MOBILE TURION 64 ML34
AMD MOBILE TURION 64 ML37
KC.TML02.280
KC.TML02.300
KC.TML02.320
KC.TML02.340
KC.TML02.370
Optical Disk Drive Module
NS
DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE 24X
QSI SBW-242C
6M.T51V7.001
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NS
DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X QSI
SBW-242C
KO.02407.014
NS
OPTICAL DEVICE HOLDER-FIX
42.T51V7.003
NS
DVD/CDRW BEZEL FOR G BASE
42.T51V7.004
DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE KME
UIDA-760
6M.T51V7.002
KO.02406.008
DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X
KME UIDA-760
OPTICAL DEVICE HOLDER-FIX
DVD/CDRW BEZEL FOR KME
42.T51V7.003
42.T50V7.009
DVD DUAL MODULE PIONEER DVR-
K15RA G BASE
6M.T51V7.002
KU.00805.006
DVD DUAL DRIVE PIONEER DVR-
K15RA D. LAYER G BASE
OPTICAL DEVICE HOLDER-FIX
DVD DUAL BEZEL G BASE
42.T51V7.003
42.T50V7.012
DVD DUAL MODULE PANASONIC
UJ-840BAA2 G BASE
6M.A51V7.003
KU.00807.010
DVD DUAL DRIVE PANASONIC UJ-
840BAA2 D. LAYER G BASE
OPTICAL DEVICE HOLDER-FIX
DVD DUAL BEZEL G BASE
42.T51V7.003
42.T50V7.012
HDD/Hard Disk Drive
NS
HGST 40G 2.5" 4200 MORAGA+
HTS424040M9AT00 13G1132
FW:A71A
KH.04007.012
HGST 60G 4200rpm MORAGA
IC25N060ATMR04-0 08K0634 F/
W:AD4A
KH.06007.006
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SEAGATE N2 (50) 60GB 4200RPM,
ST960821A
KH.06001.002
KH.08007.007
KH.08001.012
HGST MORAGA 80GB 4200RPM,
IC25N080ATMR04-0 08K635
SEAGATE N2 (50) 80GB 4200RPM,
ST9808210A
Keyboard
NS
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON US International
KB.A2707.001
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Chinese
KB.A2707.002
KB.A2707.003
KB.A2707.004
KB.A2707.005
KB.A2707.006
KB.A2707.007
KB.A2707.008
KB.A2707.009
KB.A2707.010
KB.A2707.011
KB.A2707.012
KB.A2707.013
KB.A2707.014
KB.A2707.015
KB.A2707.016
KB.A2707.017
KB.A2707.018
KB.A2707.019
KB.A2707.020
KB.A2707.021
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Spanish
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Thai
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Brazilian Protugese
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Korea
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON UK
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON German
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Italian
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON French
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Swiss/G
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Portuguese
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Arabic
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Belgium
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Sweden
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Czech
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Hungaian
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Norway
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Danish
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Turkish
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Canadian French
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AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Japanese
KB.A2707.022
KB.A2707.023
KB.A2707.024
KB.A2707.025
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Greek
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Hebrew
AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD
DARFON Russian
LCD Module
NS
6M.A51V7.011
6M.A51V7.011
NS
LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA CMO N150X3-
L07 REV.C
LK.1500D.008
NS
NS
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.004
LCD CABLE - 15 IN. XGA
NS
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - L
33.T50V7.002
NS
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - R
33.T50V7.003
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LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA 14/
15 IN.
60.A27V7.002
NS
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15 IN.
60.T50V7.004
LCD MODULE 15 IN. XGA
SAMSUNG LTN150XB-L03-C00
6M.A51V7.012
LK.15006.007
LCD 15 IN. XGA SAMSUNG
LTN150XB-L03-C00 (MADE IN
CHINA)
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.002
33.T50V7.003
60.A27V7.002
LCD CABLE - 15 IN. XGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA 14/
15 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15 IN.
60.T50V7.004
LCD MODULE 15 IN. TFT XGA LG
LP150X08-A3
6M.A43V7.004
LK.15008.007
LK.15008.016
LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA LG LP150X08-
A3
LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA LG LP150X08-
A3 (MADE IN CHINA)
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.002
33.T50V7.003
60.A27V7.002
LCD CABLE - 15 IN. XGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA 14/
15 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15 IN.
60.T50V7.004
NS
NS
LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA CMO
N154I1-L09
6M.A51V7.013
LK.1540D.002
LCD 15.4 IN. WXGA CMO N154I1-
L09
NS
NS
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.006
LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN. XGA
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2
3
4
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R
33.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.005
60.A27V7.003
LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA 14/
15 IN.
1
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15.4 IN.
60.T50V7.006
LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA QDI
QD15TL02-02 (GLARE)
6M.A43V7.005
LK.15409.003
LCD 15.4 IN. WXGA QDI QD15TL02-
02 (GLARE)
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.006
33.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.005
60.A27V7.003
LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN. WXGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA 14/
15.4 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15.4 IN.
60.T50V7.006
LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA QDI
QD15TL02-01
6M.A27V7.006
LK.15409.001
LCD 15.4 IN. WXGA QDI QD15TL02-
01
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.006
33.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.005
60.A27V7.003
LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN. WXGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA
15.4 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15.4 IN.
60.T50V7.006
LCD MODULE 15 IN. XGA CMO
N150X3-L07 REV.C W/O ANTENNA
6M.A51V7.021
LK.1500D.008
LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA CMO N150X3-
L07 REV.C
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.002
33.T50V7.003
60.A51V7.003
LCD CABLE - 15 IN. XGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO W/O
ANTENNA 14/15 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15 IN.
60.T50V7.004
6M.A51V7.022
LCD MODULE 15 IN. XGA
SAMSUNG LTN150XB-L03-C00 W/O
ANTENNA
LCD 15 IN. XGA SAMSUNG
LTN150XB-L03-C00 (MADE IN
CHINA)
LK.15006.007
19.T50V7.001
LCD INVERTER BOARD
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LCD CABLE - 15 IN. XGA
50.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.002
33.T50V7.003
60.A51V7.003
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO W/O
ANTENNA 14/15 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15 IN.
60.T50V7.004
LCD MODULE 15 IN. TFT XGA LG
LP150X08-A3 W/O ANTENNA
6M.A51V7.023
LK.15008.007
LK.15008.016
LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA LG LP150X08-
A3
LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA LG LP150X08-
A3 (MADE IN CHINA)
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.002
33.T50V7.003
60.A51V7.003
LCD CABLE - 15 IN. XGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO W/O
ANTENNA 14/15 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15 IN.
60.T50V7.004
LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA CMO
N154I1-L09 W/O ANTENNA
6M.A51V7.024
LK.1540D.002
LCD 15.4 IN. WXGA CMO N154I1-
L09
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.006
33.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.005
60.A51V7.004
LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN. WXGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO W/O
ANTENNA 15.4 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15.4 IN.
60.T50V7.006
6M.A51V7.025
LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA
GLARE QDI QD15TL02-02 W/O
ANTENNA
LCD 15.4 IN. WXGA GLARE QDI
QD15TL02-02
LK.15409.003
LCD INVERTER BOARD
19.T50V7.001
50.T50V7.006
33.T50V7.004
33.T50V7.005
60.A51V7.004
LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN. WXGA
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L
LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R
LCD PANEL W/LOGO W/O
ANTENNA 15.4 IN.
LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15.4 IN.
60.T50V7.006
Main Board
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NS
MAINBOARD SIS M760 W/PCMCIA
SLOT W/O CPU MEMORY
LB.A5106.001
Memory
NS
MEMORY DDR333 256MB INFINEON
HYS64D32020HDL-6-C (.11u)
KN.25602.012
KN.25603.019
KN.2560B.008
KN.2560G.001
KN.51202.025
KN.5120B.006
KN.5120G.006
MEMORY DDR333 256MB NANYA
NT256D64SH8C0GM-6K
MEMORY DDR333 256MB
SAMSUNG M470L3224FT0-CB3
MEMORY DDR333 256MB HYNIX
HYMD232M646D6-J
MEMORY DDR333 512MB INFINEON
HYS64D64020HBDL-6-C (.11u)
MEMORY DDR333 512MB
SAMSUNG M470L6524BT0-CB3
MEMORY DDR333 256MB HYNIX
HYMD564M646B6-J
Speaker
N/S
SPEAKER SET
23.T50V7.001
Heatsink
10
THERMAL MODULE
60.A51V7.005
8
N/B HEATSINK W/PAD
23.A51V7.001
Miscellaneous
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
NAME PLATE-AS3000
NAME PLATE-AS5000
RUBBER FOOT
40.A55V7.001
40.A51V7.001
47.T50V7.002
47.T50V7.003
47.T50V7.004
LCD SCREW RUBBER PAD
LCD BEZEL RUBBER PAD
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Screw
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS
SCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK
SCREW I2.5*3M-BNIH(M2.5L3)
SCREW M2.5*4L-BZN-NYLOK
SCREW M2.0X5-I-NI-NYLOK
SCREW MM25060IL69
86.A03V7.012
86.T25V7.012
86.A03V7.006
86.T23V7.006
86.A08V7.004
86.T23V7.010
86.A03V7.007
86.T25V7.008
86.T50V7.001
86.A03V7.011
SCREW M2.0*5-I(NI)(NYLOK)
SCREW M2.0X2.5-I-NI-NYLOK
SCREW I2*3M-NIHY (M2L3)
SCREW M1.7*3.0-I (BK)
SCREW I3*3.5M-NIH(M3L3.5)
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