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... a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). add-on your Acer office may have decided to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's global product offering. These LOCALIZED FEATURES will not be covered in this generic service guide... Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with all technical information relating to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. If, for repair and service of this printed Service Guide. Preface Before using...
... a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). add-on your Acer office may have decided to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's global product offering. These LOCALIZED FEATURES will not be covered in this generic service guide... Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with all technical information relating to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. If, for repair and service of this printed Service Guide. Preface Before using...
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...Unit Failure 154 External Mouse Failure 155 Other Failures 155 Intermittent Problems 156 Undetermined Problems 156 POST Codes Tables 157 Sec 157 Memory 157 BDS & Specific action 158 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 159 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT 159... by Crisis Disk 166 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 167 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams 168 Main Module 168 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series FRU List 169 Screw List 175 Model Definition and Configuration 176 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series 176 Test Compatible Components 177 Microsoft® Windows® ...
...Unit Failure 154 External Mouse Failure 155 Other Failures 155 Intermittent Problems 156 Undetermined Problems 156 POST Codes Tables 157 Sec 157 Memory 157 BDS & Specific action 158 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 159 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT 159... by Crisis Disk 166 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 167 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams 168 Main Module 168 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series FRU List 169 Screw List 175 Model Definition and Configuration 176 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series 176 Test Compatible Components 177 Microsoft® Windows® ...
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... PM45/GM45 Express Chipset* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5150/5350* System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many features: NOTE: Items marked with two built-in stereo...definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with * denote only selected models. System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDRIII 800/1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two SO-DIMM modules Display and graphics ...
... PM45/GM45 Express Chipset* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5150/5350* System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many features: NOTE: Items marked with two built-in stereo...definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with * denote only selected models. System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDRIII 800/1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two SO-DIMM modules Display and graphics ...
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...components. Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. No. 1 6 Icon Item 5-in-1 card reader Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. No. 5 6 7 8 9 Icon 10 11 12 13 14 Closed Front View Item ...Status indicators Keyboard Palmrest Status indicators Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav...
...components. Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. No. 1 6 Icon Item 5-in-1 card reader Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. No. 5 6 7 8 9 Icon 10 11 12 13 14 Closed Front View Item ...Status indicators Keyboard Palmrest Status indicators Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav...
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Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9 Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Releases the battery for removal.
Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9 Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Releases the battery for removal.
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...2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 4096MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB 8192MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...as they match the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. 20 Chapter 1 System Memory Item Memory Controller Memory Size DIMM socket number Supports Memory size per socket Support maximum memory size Support DIMM type Support DIMM Speed Support DIMM voltage Support DIMM package Cache VGA...
...2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 4096MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB 8192MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...as they match the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. 20 Chapter 1 System Memory Item Memory Controller Memory Size DIMM socket number Supports Memory size per socket Support maximum memory size Support DIMM type Support DIMM Speed Support DIMM voltage Support DIMM package Cache VGA...
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... Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Specification Philips DS-8A2S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version...
... Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Specification Philips DS-8A2S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version...
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... (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) DC 5 V +/- 5% Chapter 1 23 Super-Multi Combo Module (continued) Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage HLDS GT10N With CD Diskette Specification Sony AD7580S With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With...
... (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) DC 5 V +/- 5% Chapter 1 23 Super-Multi Combo Module (continued) Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage HLDS GT10N With CD Diskette Specification Sony AD7580S With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With...
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Blueray Combo Drive Item Manufacturer and Model Type Interface Data Transfer Modes Buffer Memory Size Maximum Write Speed Maximum Read Speed Formats Supported Power Supply Voltage Allowance Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR Drawer loading ...8x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Taiyo- Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK • CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage, Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips DVD Write • DVD+R Media (16x/8x/4x...
Blueray Combo Drive Item Manufacturer and Model Type Interface Data Transfer Modes Buffer Memory Size Maximum Write Speed Maximum Read Speed Formats Supported Power Supply Voltage Allowance Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR Drawer loading ...8x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Taiyo- Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK • CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage, Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips DVD Write • DVD+R Media (16x/8x/4x...
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... reference only. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). Settings in which the SATA controller should operate. This field reports the memory size of the system. 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 boot up more quickly. Parameter System Time System Date Total Memory Video Memory Quick Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Sets the system time. Enables the boot sequence to skip ...
... reference only. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). Settings in which the SATA controller should operate. This field reports the memory size of the system. 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 boot up more quickly. Parameter System Time System Date Total Memory Video Memory Quick Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Sets the system time. Enables the boot sequence to skip ...
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... enough power to the bootable diskette. 3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. Fellow the steps below to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. ...have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Use the Phlash utility to run the Phlash utility.
... enough power to the bootable diskette. 3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. Fellow the steps below to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. ...have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Use the Phlash utility to run the Phlash utility.
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... DOS. 2. To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps: 1. The following messages show dmitools usage: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): eMachines xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Asset Tag...
... DOS. 2. To update the DMI Pool, perform the following steps: 1. The following messages show dmitools usage: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): eMachines xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx Asset Tag...
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Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Make sure that the internal display is still ... there is done by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Connect an external monitor to correct the problem.
Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Make sure that the internal display is still ... there is done by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Connect an external monitor to correct the problem.
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... and control/mouse wheel zoom feature in the same locations on page 183. 142 Chapter 4 Check the display resolution is virus free. 3. e. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to the desired resolution. See the...
... and control/mouse wheel zoom feature in the same locations on page 183. 142 Chapter 4 Check the display resolution is virus free. 3. e. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to the desired resolution. See the...
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... earlier time and date. 11. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 9. Ensure all external devices. 2. Replace the HDD. Click Next. f. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Restart the computer and press F2 to locate and resolve issues with the computer. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 10...
... earlier time and date. 11. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 9. Ensure all external devices. 2. Replace the HDD. Click Next. f. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Restart the computer and press F2 to locate and resolve issues with the computer. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 10...
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... cache Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.INC) Code 0xA0 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14...Row Boundary registers Program the DRAM Bank Architecture register Program the DRAM Timing & and DRAM Control registers Program ODT Perform steps required before memory init Program the receive enable reference timing control register Program the DLL Timing Control Registers, RCOMP settings Chapter 4 157 POST Codes Tables ...
... cache Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.INC) Code 0xA0 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14...Row Boundary registers Program the DRAM Bank Architecture register Program the DRAM Timing & and DRAM Control registers Program ODT Perform steps required before memory init Program the receive enable reference timing control register Program the DLL Timing Control Registers, RCOMP settings Chapter 4 157 POST Codes Tables ...
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... 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x43 Description Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers Enable all clocks on populated rows Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows Perform steps required after memory init Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable Enable RCOMP ...Aps Initialize SMM Private Data and relocate BSP SMBASE PC init begin at the stage1 Report every memory range do the hard ware ECC init Report status code of every memory range Get the root bridge handle Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource Reset the...
... 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x43 Description Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers Enable all clocks on populated rows Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows Perform steps required after memory init Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable Enable RCOMP ...Aps Initialize SMM Private Data and relocate BSP SMBASE PC init begin at the stage1 Report every memory range do the hard ware ECC init Report status code of every memory range Get the root bridge handle Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource Reset the...
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... M/B as picture. • Use an electric conductivity tool to short the two points of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series. Press F2 key to BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is cleared. NOTE: The steps are only for enabling BIOS Recovery.../4736Z Series provides one Hardware Open Gap on the system till BIOS POST finish. Chapter 2 165 Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Item Description R1290 Clear CMOS Jumper Location Memory bay Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User...
... M/B as picture. • Use an electric conductivity tool to short the two points of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series. Press F2 key to BIOS Setup menu. However, once it is cleared. NOTE: The steps are only for enabling BIOS Recovery.../4736Z Series provides one Hardware Open Gap on the system till BIOS POST finish. Chapter 2 165 Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Item Description R1290 Clear CMOS Jumper Location Memory bay Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User...
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Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams Main Module 1 2 3 10 7 4 8 3 11 5 6 12 9 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Switch Cover Keyboard Hinge Cover Left and Right Upper Cover Memory Door HDD Door Speaker Part No. 60.AD302.001 KB.INT00.261 42.AD302.003 60.AC602.001 42.AD302.005 42.AD302.004 23.AD302.001 Item 8 9 10 11 12 Description Media Board Mini Door Mainboard Part No. 55.AD302.003 42.AD302.006 MB.AD302.001 Thermal Module Lower Cover 60.AC702.001 60.AD302.003 168 Chapter 6
Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams Main Module 1 2 3 10 7 4 8 3 11 5 6 12 9 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Switch Cover Keyboard Hinge Cover Left and Right Upper Cover Memory Door HDD Door Speaker Part No. 60.AD302.001 KB.INT00.261 42.AD302.003 60.AC602.001 42.AD302.005 42.AD302.004 23.AD302.001 Item 8 9 10 11 12 Description Media Board Mini Door Mainboard Part No. 55.AD302.003 42.AD302.006 MB.AD302.001 Thermal Module Lower Cover 60.AC702.001 60.AD302.003 168 Chapter 6
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Category Memory Heatsink Description Acer P/N RAM 512M DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3-CE6 RAM 512M DDRII 667 HYNIX HYMP164S64CP6-Y5 RAM 1G DDRII 667 NANYA NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C RAM 1G DDRII 667 ... ZK SCREW M 2.5D 5L K 5.5D ZK NL SCREW M2.5D 10.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK SCREW M M 3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI+ SCREW M M 2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI+ Acer P/N. 86.AD302.001 86.AD302.002 86.AD302.003 86.AD302.004 86.AD302.005 86.AD302.006 Chapter 6 175
Category Memory Heatsink Description Acer P/N RAM 512M DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3-CE6 RAM 512M DDRII 667 HYNIX HYMP164S64CP6-Y5 RAM 1G DDRII 667 NANYA NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C RAM 1G DDRII 667 ... ZK SCREW M 2.5D 5L K 5.5D ZK NL SCREW M2.5D 10.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK SCREW M M 3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI+ SCREW M M 2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI+ Acer P/N. 86.AD302.001 86.AD302.002 86.AD302.003 86.AD302.004 86.AD302.005 86.AD302.006 Chapter 6 175