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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 ... 23 Touchpad Basics 23 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 25 Chapter 2 System Utilities 36 BIOS Setup Utility 36 Navigating the BIOS Utility 37 Information 38 Main 39 Advanced 41 Security 43 Boot 47 Exit 48 BIOS Flash Utility 49 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 50 General Information 51 Before...
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 ... 23 Touchpad Basics 23 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 25 Chapter 2 System Utilities 36 BIOS Setup Utility 36 Navigating the BIOS Utility 37 Information 38 Main 39 Advanced 41 Security 43 Boot 47 Exit 48 BIOS Flash Utility 49 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 50 General Information 51 Before...
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...the speakers on hot keys. Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering key. Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSetting in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering key. Press any ...key to save power. Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS...
...the speakers on hot keys. Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering key. Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSetting in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering key. Press any ...key to save power. Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS...
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...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 (highest frequency mode) to 0.956V (low frequency mode) 0.748V (deeper sleep mode) BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS package Supported protocols BIOS...keyboard and mouse, USB 2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable, IEEE 1394 Set by setup manual Specification Built-in CPU 512K 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...
...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 (highest frequency mode) to 0.956V (low frequency mode) 0.748V (deeper sleep mode) BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS package Supported protocols BIOS...keyboard and mouse, USB 2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable, IEEE 1394 Set by setup manual Specification Built-in CPU 512K 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...
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... Mobility RADEON 9700) UMA 16/32/64MB, discrete 64MB DDR Specification ICH4-M 2.0 USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller 3 two on the front side Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup TI PC7411 1 Right side IEEE 1394 Specification TI PC7411 Type-II One type-II Right panel No ZV support Yes Specification Controller Intel 855GME...
... Mobility RADEON 9700) UMA 16/32/64MB, discrete 64MB DDR Specification ICH4-M 2.0 USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller 3 two on the front side Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup TI PC7411 1 Right side IEEE 1394 Specification TI PC7411 Type-II One type-II Right panel No ZV support Yes Specification Controller Intel 855GME...
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... during POST (when "Press to run this menu, user can change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set to change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility. . PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit CPU Type: CPU Speed:...HDD2 Serial Number: ATAPI Device: MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-825S System BIOS Ver: VGA BIOS Ver: 3A01 Montara-GME3360 KBC Ver: PQ1A24 Serial Number 1234567890123456789012 Asset Tag Number: 1234567890 Product Aspire1680 Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓...
... during POST (when "Press to run this menu, user can change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set to change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility. . PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit CPU Type: CPU Speed:...HDD2 Serial Number: ATAPI Device: MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-825S System BIOS Ver: VGA BIOS Ver: 3A01 Montara-GME3360 KBC Ver: PQ1A24 Serial Number 1234567890123456789012 Asset Tag Number: 1234567890 Product Aspire1680 Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓...
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.../right keys (zx). Follow these instructions: T To choose a menu, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy). T In any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Navigating the BIOS Utility There are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for a particular menu are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security...
.../right keys (zx). Follow these instructions: T To choose a menu, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy). T In any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Navigating the BIOS Utility There are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for a particular menu are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security...
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... Number: MPAA01Q2G0746A HDD2 Model Name: HDD2 Serial Number: ATAPI Device: MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-825S System BIOS Ver: VGA BIOS Ver: 3A01 Montara-GME3360 KBC Ver: PQ1A24 Serial Number 1234567890123456789012 Asset Tag Number: 1234567890 Product Aspire1680 Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Select Menu F5...
... Number: MPAA01Q2G0746A HDD2 Model Name: HDD2 Serial Number: ATAPI Device: MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-825S System BIOS Ver: VGA BIOS Ver: 3A01 Montara-GME3360 KBC Ver: PQ1A24 Serial Number 1234567890123456789012 Asset Tag Number: 1234567890 Product Aspire1680 Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Select Menu F5...
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... Security Boot Exit Internal Touchpad: Infrared Port (FIR): [Both] [Enabled] Item Specific Help Configure Infrared Port using options: [Disable] No configuration [Enabled] User configuration [Auto] BIOS or OS chooses configuration (OS Controlled) Displayed when controlled by OS F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Select Menu F5/F6...
... Security Boot Exit Internal Touchpad: Infrared Port (FIR): [Both] [Enabled] Item Specific Help Configure Infrared Port using options: [Disable] No configuration [Enabled] User configuration [Auto] BIOS or OS chooses configuration (OS Controlled) Displayed when controlled by OS F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Select Menu F5/F6...
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... you set . Setting a Password Follow these steps as you may have right to enter a password, you are set , this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. Type a password in the "Confirm New Password" field. Retype the password in the "Enter New Password" field. ... Password on the screen. If you forget your password. Parameter User Password is Supervisor Password is set , this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. When both passwords can enter Setup menu only and does not have to return your notebook computer to...
... you set . Setting a Password Follow these steps as you may have right to enter a password, you are set , this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. Type a password in the "Confirm New Password" field. Retype the password in the "Enter New Password" field. ... Password on the screen. If you forget your password. Parameter User Password is Supervisor Password is set , this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. When both passwords can enter Setup menu only and does not have to return your notebook computer to...
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...typing anything in the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. 45 Chapter 2 Press e. When you are done, press u to "Set". 5. Press e. The Set Password box appears: 2. ... 5. The Set Password box appears: 2. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. If desired, you are done, press u to "Clear". 4. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password ...
...typing anything in the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. 45 Chapter 2 Press e. When you are done, press u to "Set". 5. Press e. The Set Password box appears: 2. ... 5. The Set Password box appears: 2. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. If desired, you are done, press u to "Clear". 4. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password ...
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... 2 NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash utility. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. NOTE: Please use the Phlash. If the battery pack does...power supply when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required 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. Copy the Phlash utilities...
... 2 NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash utility. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. NOTE: Please use the Phlash. If the battery pack does...power supply when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required 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. Copy the Phlash utilities...
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...Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 82. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. NOTE: Perform... 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 BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 73 Chapter 4 NOTE: Most of memory installed....
...Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 82. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. NOTE: Perform... 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 BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 73 Chapter 4 NOTE: Most of memory installed....
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...Master Drive Error (THe causes will shut down system, no message will show message. Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. System CMOS checksum bad - Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 69. Replace ... Error System disabled. Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard Monitor type does not match CMOS - System timer error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Incorrect password is dead - Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error...
...Master Drive Error (THe causes will shut down system, no message will show message. Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. System CMOS checksum bad - Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 69. Replace ... Error System disabled. Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard Monitor type does not match CMOS - System timer error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Incorrect password is dead - Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error...
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...board Software NMI Failed DIMM System board Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 75 Chapter 4 System board Previous boot incomplete - run SETUP Check the drive...time, then reboot system. RTC battery System board Operating system not found by POST differed from CMOS Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. Default...
...board Software NMI Failed DIMM System board Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 75 Chapter 4 System board Previous boot incomplete - run SETUP Check the drive...time, then reboot system. RTC battery System board Operating system not found by POST differed from CMOS Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. Default...
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... in Flash ROM 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...
... in Flash ROM 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...
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... cable LCD inverter LCD System board LCD inverter ID LCD inverter LCD cable LCD System board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). The system doesn't power-off or on, but system runs correctly...
... cable LCD inverter LCD System board LCD inverter ID LCD inverter LCD cable LCD System board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). The system doesn't power-off or on, but system runs correctly...
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... sound. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from hibernation mode. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings, then reboot system. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Hibernation Mode" on page 72...
... sound. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from hibernation mode. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings, then reboot system. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Hibernation Mode" on page 72...
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...Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching System board System board Ensure the "Parallel Port" in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Keyboard System board Reconnect touchpad cable. Printer driver Printer... cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 82. Touchpad ...
...Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching System board System board Ensure the "Parallel Port" in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Keyboard System board Reconnect touchpad cable. Printer driver Printer... cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 82. Touchpad ...
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... Information This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are : T Detailed information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: T Service guides T User's manuals T Training materials T Main manuals T Bios updates T Software utilities T Spare parts lists T Chips T TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin) For these...
... Information This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are : T Detailed information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: T Service guides T User's manuals T Training materials T Main manuals T Bios updates T Software utilities T Spare parts lists T Chips T TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin) For these...
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2 Customizing my computer 35 Expanding through options 37 Connectivity options 37 Upgrade options 42 Using system utilities 44 Acer eManager 44 Launch Manager 45 BIOS Utility 45 Aspire Arcade 46 Instant-on Arcade 46 Features and Benefits 46 Windows Arcade 49 Arcade Hot keys 50 Finding and playing content 51 Arcade controls 52 ...
2 Customizing my computer 35 Expanding through options 37 Connectivity options 37 Upgrade options 42 Using system utilities 44 Acer eManager 44 Launch Manager 45 BIOS Utility 45 Aspire Arcade 46 Instant-on Arcade 46 Features and Benefits 46 Windows Arcade 49 Arcade Hot keys 50 Finding and playing content 51 Arcade controls 52 ...