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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
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...port DC-in microphone Integrated webcam* WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g LAN: Fast Ethernet; 10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • System memory • • Display • Graphics • Storage • subsystem • Audio • • • • Communication • • ...2650e* processor or higher AMD RS690MC/SB600 Chipset IEEE 802.11b/g Dual-channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.4" WXGA 1280 x 800 ATI Radeon™ Xpress 1200 Graphics 2.5" hard disk...
...port DC-in microphone Integrated webcam* WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g LAN: Fast Ethernet; 10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • System memory • • Display • Graphics • Storage • subsystem • Audio • • • • Communication • • ...2650e* processor or higher AMD RS690MC/SB600 Chipset IEEE 802.11b/g Dual-channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.4" WXGA 1280 x 800 ATI Radeon™ Xpress 1200 Graphics 2.5" hard disk...
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...read the following general information. 1. If, for repair and service of customer machines. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to extend the functionality of this generic service guide. V Preface Before using this information and the product it will NOT be ...note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to those given...
...read the following general information. 1. If, for repair and service of customer machines. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to extend the functionality of this generic service guide. V Preface Before using this information and the product it will NOT be ...note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to those given...
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System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • System Memory • Display and graphics • Storage subsystem • Audio • Dimensions and Weight • Communication • Privacy control • Power subsystem • Special keys and controls • Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1
System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • System Memory • Display and graphics • Storage subsystem • Audio • Dimensions and Weight • Communication • Privacy control • Power subsystem • Special keys and controls • Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1
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Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 8 Chapter 1 Houses the computer's main memory. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack.
Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 8 Chapter 1 Houses the computer's main memory. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack.
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...Board 0 MB 2 2 GB 4 GB DDR SODIMM DDR II 667/800 SDRAM +1.8V 512KB cache on CPU Adjustable 64/128/256MB UMA VGA memory share from North Bridge Memory Combinations Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB... 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...
...Board 0 MB 2 2 GB 4 GB DDR SODIMM DDR II 667/800 SDRAM +1.8V 512KB cache on CPU Adjustable 64/128/256MB UMA VGA memory share from North Bridge Memory Combinations Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB... 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...
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... Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW...
... Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW...
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... to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Information Main System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot [17:02:07] [09/09/2008] 633 KB 1789 MB [256MB] Exit Item Specific Help...Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: AHCI Mode or IDE Mode Chapter 2 23 This field reports the memory size of the system. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). The table below describes the parameters in which the SATA ...
... to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Information Main System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot [17:02:07] [09/09/2008] 633 KB 1789 MB [256MB] Exit Item Specific Help...Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: AHCI Mode or IDE Mode Chapter 2 23 This field reports the memory size of the system. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). The table below describes the parameters in which the SATA ...
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... a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash. BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function. 32 Chapter 2 NOTE:... Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system because the BIOS ...
... a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash. BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function. 32 Chapter 2 NOTE:... Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system because the BIOS ...
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... Lower Covers Rem ove ODD Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove WLAN Rem ove HDD Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove Thermal Module Screw List Step Memory Cover HDD Cover ODD Module ODD Bracket WLAN Module HDD Carrier CPU Fan Thermal Module Screw M2.5*10 M2.5*10 M2*3 M2*2.5 M2*3 M3*3 M2...
... Lower Covers Rem ove ODD Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove WLAN Rem ove HDD Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove Thermal Module Screw List Step Memory Cover HDD Cover ODD Module ODD Bracket WLAN Module HDD Carrier CPU Fan Thermal Module Screw M2.5*10 M2.5*10 M2*3 M2*2.5 M2*3 M3*3 M2...
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Remove the six screws from the main unit (2). 2 1 Removing the Lower Covers 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the memory and HDD covers. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Step Memory Cover Size M2.5*10 HDD Cover M2.5*10 Quantity 4 2 Memory Cover HDD Cover Screw Type 44 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2.
Remove the six screws from the main unit (2). 2 1 Removing the Lower Covers 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the memory and HDD covers. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Step Memory Cover Size M2.5*10 HDD Cover M2.5*10 Quantity 4 2 Memory Cover HDD Cover Screw Type 44 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2.
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3. Chapter 3 45 Carefully open the memory cover. 4. Remove the HDD cover as shown.
3. Chapter 3 45 Carefully open the memory cover. 4. Remove the HDD cover as shown.
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Chapter 3 49 Remove the Memory Module cover See "Removing the Lower Covers" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Push out the release latches on page 44. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2.
Chapter 3 49 Remove the Memory Module cover See "Removing the Lower Covers" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Push out the release latches on page 44. 3. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Removing the DIMM Modules 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2.
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See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 5. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity 2 50 Screw Type Chapter 3 Move the antenna away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to expose the WLAN board as shown. 4. Pull back the protective cover to release the WLAN board. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. Removing the WLAN Module 1.
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. 5. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity 2 50 Screw Type Chapter 3 Move the antenna away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to expose the WLAN board as shown. 4. Pull back the protective cover to release the WLAN board. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. Removing the WLAN Module 1.
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Replace the HDD cover as shown. 4. Replace the six securing screws. 116 Chapter 3 Press down the left side as shown. 2. IMPORTANT:Ensure that the all the securing tabs are correctly located in the casing. 5. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Press down the rear corner as shown. 6. Replace the Memory Cover back edge first as shown. 3. Press down the top corner.
Replace the HDD cover as shown. 4. Replace the six securing screws. 116 Chapter 3 Press down the left side as shown. 2. IMPORTANT:Ensure that the all the securing tabs are correctly located in the casing. 5. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Press down the rear corner as shown. 6. Replace the Memory Cover back edge first as shown. 3. Press down the top corner.
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...including port replicators or docking stations. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by pressing Fn+F5. Chapter 4 121 Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 120. 3. Remove...sure the computer has power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Reseat the memory modules. 7. If the Issue is selected. No Display Issue If the Display doesn't work, perform the following actions one of the following actions...
...including port replicators or docking stations. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by pressing Fn+F5. Chapter 4 121 Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 120. 3. Remove...sure the computer has power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Reseat the memory modules. 7. If the Issue is selected. No Display Issue If the Display doesn't work, perform the following actions one of the following actions...
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... Support Information" on page 163. 122 Chapter 4 If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 163. 10. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one year old, replace...
... Support Information" on page 163. 122 Chapter 4 If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 163. 10. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one year old, replace...
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... Startup Repair Utility: a. Click Next. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are set as the first boot device on page 42. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. 8. Select Repair your computer. The...
... Startup Repair Utility: a. Click Next. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are set as the first boot device on page 42. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. 8. Select Repair your computer. The...
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... IN POST flag Initialize CPU registers Enable CPU cache Initialize caches to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 512 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx* RAM failure on data bits xxxx* of low byte of...describe the POST codes and descriptions during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize timer initialization DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to ...
... IN POST flag Initialize CPU registers Enable CPU cache Initialize caches to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 512 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx* RAM failure on data bits xxxx* of low byte of...describe the POST codes and descriptions during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize timer initialization DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to ...
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... 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 UserPatch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area...
... 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 UserPatch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area...