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... the FRU list of a machine (e.g. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). Preface Before using this generic service guide. add-on your Acer office may have decided to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for whatever reason, a part number change...
... the FRU list of a machine (e.g. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). Preface Before using this generic service guide. add-on your Acer office may have decided to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for whatever reason, a part number change...
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Introduction 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire Tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 10 Rear Panel 11 Bottom Panel 12 Indicators 13 Using the Keyboard 15 Lock Keys... Disassembly and Replacement 50 General Information 51 Before You Begin 51 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 53 Removing the Battery Pack 55 Removing the HDD Module/the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card/the Thermal Module and the CPU/ODD Module and LCD Module 56 Removing the HDD Module 56 Removing the...
Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Introduction 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire Tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 10 Rear Panel 11 Bottom Panel 12 Indicators 13 Using the Keyboard 15 Lock Keys... Disassembly and Replacement 50 General Information 51 Before You Begin 51 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 53 Removing the Battery Pack 55 Removing the HDD Module/the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card/the Thermal Module and the CPU/ODD Module and LCD Module 56 Removing the HDD Module 56 Removing the...
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... Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 68 System Check Procedures 69 External Diskette Drive Check 69 External CD-ROM Drive Check 69 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 69 Memory check 70 Power System Check 70 Touchpad Check 72 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 73 Index of Error Messages 74 POST Code 77...
... Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 68 System Check Procedures 69 External Diskette Drive Check 69 External CD-ROM Drive Check 69 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 69 Memory check 70 Power System Check 70 Touchpad Check 72 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 73 Index of Error Messages 74 POST Code 77...
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...,330 T Intel® 855GME or 852 GM chipset (manufacturing option) T 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with 64MB of video memory (manufacturing option) 3D graphics support Simultaneous display on LCD and CRT monitor, and other display devices like projector support "Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically...
...,330 T Intel® 855GME or 852 GM chipset (manufacturing option) T 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with 64MB of video memory (manufacturing option) 3D graphics support Simultaneous display on LCD and CRT monitor, and other display devices like projector support "Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically...
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T SD/MMC/MS memory card reader (manufacturing option) Human-centric design and ergonomics T Rugged, yet extremely portable design T Stylish ...and Pointing Device T 88/89-key Windows keyboard T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function Expansion T T One Type II CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory modules I/O Ports T T T T T T T T T T T T T One Type II PC Card slot One RJ-11 phone jack (V.92, ...(manufacturing option) One S-video TV-out port (manufacturing option) Three USB 2.0 ports 3-in-1 (MS/MMC/SD) memory card reader (manufacturing option) 2 Chapter 1
T SD/MMC/MS memory card reader (manufacturing option) Human-centric design and ergonomics T Rugged, yet extremely portable design T Stylish ...and Pointing Device T 88/89-key Windows keyboard T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function Expansion T T One Type II CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory modules I/O Ports T T T T T T T T T T T T T One Type II PC Card slot One RJ-11 phone jack (V.92, ...(manufacturing option) One S-video TV-out port (manufacturing option) Three USB 2.0 ports 3-in-1 (MS/MMC/SD) memory card reader (manufacturing option) 2 Chapter 1
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 6 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 7 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 12 Chapter 1 Bottom Panel # Item Description 1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 6 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 7 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 12 Chapter 1 Bottom Panel # Item Description 1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
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Chapter 1 25 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU type Item Core logic CPU package CPU core voltage Specification Intel Celeron M processor at 1.3GHz~1.4GHZ for Aspire 1410 Intel Pentim M processor at 1.5GHz~1.6GHz (Dothan) for Aspire 1680 Intel 855GME+ICH4 Intel socketable 478pin Micro-BGA 1.308V (... for Intel Celeron M processor at 1.3~1.4GHz-Aspire 1410 2MB for Intel Pentium M processor at 1.5~1.6GHz (Dothan)-Aspire 1680 Always enabled Always enabled Fixed in write-back Specification Intel 855GME built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 1024MB 2G (by two 1024MB...
Chapter 1 25 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU type Item Core logic CPU package CPU core voltage Specification Intel Celeron M processor at 1.3GHz~1.4GHZ for Aspire 1410 Intel Pentim M processor at 1.5GHz~1.6GHz (Dothan) for Aspire 1680 Intel 855GME+ICH4 Intel socketable 478pin Micro-BGA 1.308V (... for Intel Celeron M processor at 1.3~1.4GHz-Aspire 1410 2MB for Intel Pentium M processor at 1.5~1.6GHz (Dothan)-Aspire 1680 Always enabled Always enabled Fixed in write-back Specification Intel 855GME built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 1024MB 2G (by two 1024MB...
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...v2.2 IR Interface Item Chipset Part name Package Performance Compliant VISHAY TFU6102F 8-pin SMT type 4Mbit/s IrDA 1.1 Specification 26 Chapter 1 Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 128MB 512MB 640MB 128MB 1024MB... 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1125MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed.
...v2.2 IR Interface Item Chipset Part name Package Performance Compliant VISHAY TFU6102F 8-pin SMT type 4Mbit/s IrDA 1.1 Specification 26 Chapter 1 Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 128MB 512MB 640MB 128MB 1024MB... 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1125MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed.
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...mode-5 5V(DC) +/- 5% Combo Drive Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specification DVD/CDRW KME UIDA760 (24x24x8x24x) DVD/CDRW QSI SBW-242C ...Emergency Release 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) DVD-Dual Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Specification DVD Dual HLDS GWA-4040N With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.8Mbytes/sec 2MB ...
...mode-5 5V(DC) +/- 5% Combo Drive Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specification DVD/CDRW KME UIDA760 (24x24x8x24x) DVD/CDRW QSI SBW-242C ...Emergency Release 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) DVD-Dual Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Specification DVD Dual HLDS GWA-4040N With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.8Mbytes/sec 2MB ...
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Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control IEEE 1394 Port Item Chipset Number ... Item PCMCIA controller Supports card type Number of slots Access location Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Supports 32 bit CardBus System Board Major Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN IEEE 1394 USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b 30 Specification Intel 855GME/ATI M11P (ATI Mobility RADEON 9700) UMA 16...
Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control IEEE 1394 Port Item Chipset Number ... Item PCMCIA controller Supports card type Number of slots Access location Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Supports 32 bit CardBus System Board Major Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN IEEE 1394 USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b 30 Specification Intel 855GME/ATI M11P (ATI Mobility RADEON 9700) UMA 16...
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... PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Actual values may differ. F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit 39 Chapter 2 Shows system base memory size 238MB Shows extended memory size [16MB] VGA memory size [Enabled] [Auto ] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ←...Select 4 Sub-Menu NOTE: The screen above is for reference only. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory Quiet Boot: Power on Display: Network boot: F12 Boot Menu: D2D recovery: Item Specific Help [05:34:07] [07/23/...
... PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Actual values may differ. F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit 39 Chapter 2 Shows system base memory size 238MB Shows extended memory size [16MB] VGA memory size [Enabled] [Auto ] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ←...Select 4 Sub-Menu NOTE: The screen above is for reference only. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory Quiet Boot: Power on Display: Network boot: F12 Boot Menu: D2D recovery: Item Specific Help [05:34:07] [07/23/...
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...(or projector) only mode. shows Summary Screen is NOT available (running on display will be shown if the device control is enabled. VGA Memory size=64/128MB Determines if Customer Logo will be in this screen. If any display device is disabled. The system will be in these ...cases. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB Shows the VGA memory size. The table below describes the parameters in LCD only mode. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date...
...(or projector) only mode. shows Summary Screen is NOT available (running on display will be shown if the device control is enabled. VGA Memory size=64/128MB Determines if Customer Logo will be in this screen. If any display device is disabled. The system will be in these ...cases. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB Shows the VGA memory size. The table below describes the parameters in LCD only mode. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date...
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... AC adaptor power supply when you use the Phlash utility. Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Phlash. 1. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. Use the Phlash utility to the bootable... for the following conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded.
... AC adaptor power supply when you use the Phlash utility. Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Phlash. 1. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. Use the Phlash utility to the bootable... for the following conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded.
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... -1 Cover *4 Speaker Set *2 Modem Board Touchpad Bracket Bluetooth Module Touchpad Board 53 Chapter 3 Start Battery K*2 HDD Cover HDD Module E*2 RAM/Wireless Cover Wireless LAN Card Memory CPU *2 IO Bezel *2 Heatsink Cover *2 Thermal Module ODD Module *6 ODD Connector Board ODD Holder ODD Drive *3 Middle Cover *2 Keyboard *4 (right and left hinges) LCD Module...
... -1 Cover *4 Speaker Set *2 Modem Board Touchpad Bracket Bluetooth Module Touchpad Board 53 Chapter 3 Start Battery K*2 HDD Cover HDD Module E*2 RAM/Wireless Cover Wireless LAN Card Memory CPU *2 IO Bezel *2 Heatsink Cover *2 Thermal Module ODD Module *6 ODD Connector Board ODD Holder ODD Drive *3 Middle Cover *2 Keyboard *4 (right and left hinges) LCD Module...
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... Disconnect the auxiliary and the main wireless antennae. 5. Removing the Thermal Module and CPU 1. Removing the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card 1. Remove the two screws that secure the RAM/Wireless cover. 2. Pop up the memory then remove it . . Detach the HDD module then remove it. Remove the RAM/Wireless cover. ...3. Remove the two screws holding the HDD cover. 2. Remove the two screws holding the IO bezel. Removing the HDD Module/the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card/ the Thermal Module and the CPU/ODD Module and LCD Module Removing the HDD Module 1.
... Disconnect the auxiliary and the main wireless antennae. 5. Removing the Thermal Module and CPU 1. Removing the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card 1. Remove the two screws that secure the RAM/Wireless cover. 2. Pop up the memory then remove it . . Detach the HDD module then remove it. Remove the RAM/Wireless cover. ...3. Remove the two screws holding the HDD cover. 2. Remove the two screws holding the IO bezel. Removing the HDD Module/the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card/ the Thermal Module and the CPU/ODD Module and LCD Module Removing the HDD Module 1.
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...2. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Press F2 in the test items. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Go to main board. 2. Disconnect the power... adapter and install the charged battery pack; Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. If any of the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 71 T "Check the Battery Pack...
...2. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Press F2 in the test items. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Go to main board. 2. Disconnect the power... adapter and install the charged battery pack; Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. If any of the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 71 T "Check the Battery Pack...
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... (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST. The most likely cause is not listed...
... (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST. The most likely cause is not listed...
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... (THe causes will shut down system, no message will show message. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Run Setup Run "Load Default Settings" in...
... (THe causes will shut down system, no message will show message. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Run Setup Run "Load Default Settings" in...
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RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined ...
RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined ...
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... 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...
... 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...