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... be covered in the printed Service Guide. V You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to those given in the FRU list of customer machines. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to order FRU parts for...offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your Acer office may have decided to provide you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). In such cases, please contact your regional web or channel. ...
... be covered in the printed Service Guide. V You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to those given in the FRU list of customer machines. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to order FRU parts for...offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your Acer office may have decided to provide you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). In such cases, please contact your regional web or channel. ...
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... 2 System Utility 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 BIOS Flash Utility 38 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 39 General Information 40 Removing HDD Module, ODD and Memory Module 42 Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module 43 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 50 System Check Procedures 50 Insyde MobilePro BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages 55...
... 2 System Utility 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 BIOS Flash Utility 38 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 39 General Information 40 Removing HDD Module, ODD and Memory Module 42 Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module 43 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 50 System Check Procedures 50 Insyde MobilePro BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages 55...
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...174; Extreme Graphics 2 technology and up to 2GB using dual soDIMM moduels ! VGA is the brief summary of DDR 266 memory, upgradeable to 64MB VRAM, supporting dual independent display 16.7 million colours Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 support Simultaneous LCD and...! High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk ! Hardware expansion for high resolution LCD ! Wireless LAN, Inprocomm 802.11b/g, a/b/g with Realtek ALC250 Chapter 1 1 Acer SignalUp wireless technology support Display ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 14.1" or 15.0" Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) displaying at 1.2/1.3/1.4/1.5 GHz, 512 L2 cache,...
...174; Extreme Graphics 2 technology and up to 2GB using dual soDIMM moduels ! VGA is the brief summary of DDR 266 memory, upgradeable to 64MB VRAM, supporting dual independent display 16.7 million colours Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 support Simultaneous LCD and...! High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk ! Hardware expansion for high resolution LCD ! Wireless LAN, Inprocomm 802.11b/g, a/b/g with Realtek ALC250 Chapter 1 1 Acer SignalUp wireless technology support Display ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 14.1" or 15.0" Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) displaying at 1.2/1.3/1.4/1.5 GHz, 512 L2 cache,...
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accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type 2 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw) 4 Battery compartment Unlatches the battery to remove the battery compartment release latch 5 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack Chapter 1 11 Bottom View # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive;
accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type 2 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw) 4 Battery compartment Unlatches the battery to remove the battery compartment release latch 5 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack Chapter 1 11 Bottom View # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive;
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...size 1st level cache control 2nd level cache control Cache scheme control System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM slot number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification Insyde Insyde MobilePRO BIOS 4.0 Flash ROM 512KB 32 ...1024MB(1GB) 2 slots 1GB 2GB (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) DDR Synchronous DRAM 266 MHz 2.5V 200-pin SO-DIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. 20 Chapter 1
...size 1st level cache control 2nd level cache control Cache scheme control System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM slot number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification Insyde Insyde MobilePRO BIOS 4.0 Flash ROM 512KB 32 ...1024MB(1GB) 2 slots 1GB 2GB (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) DDR Synchronous DRAM 266 MHz 2.5V 200-pin SO-DIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. 20 Chapter 1
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...modem/bluetooth protocol Modem connector type Modem connector location 56K V.92 WWDAA RJ11 Rear Side Specification Chapter 1 21 Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 0MB 128MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB...1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1152MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB(2G) NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. LAN Interface Item Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Rear Side Specification ...
...modem/bluetooth protocol Modem connector type Modem connector location 56K V.92 WWDAA RJ11 Rear Side Specification Chapter 1 21 Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 0MB 128MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB...1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1152MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB(2G) NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. LAN Interface Item Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Rear Side Specification ...
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...Software SCU Main Advanced Security Boot May 20, 2003 5:40:09 A Exit ----Devices System Product Name = TravelMate 2350 CPU = Intel® Pentium ® 4 Manufacture Name = Acer CPU speed = 1.4 GHz System BIOS Version =V1.00 VGA BIOS Version =3104 HDD Model Name= ...HITACHI_DK23EA-40-(PM) HDD Serial Number = 8D4648 ATAPI = UJDA740 DVD/CDROM-(SM) Serial Number = ( 32 bytes) Asset Tag Number = (32 bytes) UUID = (16 bytes) ----Memory Base Memory = 640 KB Extended Memory = 127MB VGA Memory...
...Software SCU Main Advanced Security Boot May 20, 2003 5:40:09 A Exit ----Devices System Product Name = TravelMate 2350 CPU = Intel® Pentium ® 4 Manufacture Name = Acer CPU speed = 1.4 GHz System BIOS Version =V1.00 VGA BIOS Version =3104 HDD Model Name= ...HITACHI_DK23EA-40-(PM) HDD Serial Number = 8D4648 ATAPI = UJDA740 DVD/CDROM-(SM) Serial Number = ( 32 bytes) Asset Tag Number = (32 bytes) UUID = (16 bytes) ----Memory Base Memory = 640 KB Extended Memory = 127MB VGA Memory...
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... disables D2D Recovery function. The values set in the system. Chapter 2 31 Parameter Memory Base Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Description This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in these two fields take effect immediately Enabled>Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen...quite boot, the OEM POST screen will automatically lower to factory defaults. This field reports the memory size of system base memory. Extended Memory size = Total memory size - 127 MB VGA Memory size = 16MB Insyde Software SCU Main Advanced Date and Time _ Quiet Boot _ LCD ...
... disables D2D Recovery function. The values set in the system. Chapter 2 31 Parameter Memory Base Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Description This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in these two fields take effect immediately Enabled>Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen...quite boot, the OEM POST screen will automatically lower to factory defaults. This field reports the memory size of system base memory. Extended Memory size = Total memory size - 127 MB VGA Memory size = 16MB Insyde Software SCU Main Advanced Date and Time _ Quiet Boot _ LCD ...
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.... 3. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Flash utility. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. New features or options ! NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Flash. 1. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you use the Flash utility. BIOS...
.... 3. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Flash utility. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. New features or options ! NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Flash. 1. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you use the Flash utility. BIOS...
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Removing HDD Module, ODD and Memory Module Removing the HDD Module 1. Remove the one screw. 2. Remove the two screws that secure the DIMM cover. 2. Pop out the memory then remove it. 42 Chapter 3 Removing the ODD Module 1. Removing the Memory 1. Remove the DIMM cover. 3. Remove the one screw to release the ODD. 2. Pull the entire HDD out fromm the sytem. Pull the entire ODD out from the system.
Removing HDD Module, ODD and Memory Module Removing the HDD Module 1. Remove the one screw. 2. Remove the two screws that secure the DIMM cover. 2. Pop out the memory then remove it. 42 Chapter 3 Removing the ODD Module 1. Removing the Memory 1. Remove the DIMM cover. 3. Remove the one screw to release the ODD. 2. Pull the entire HDD out fromm the sytem. Pull the entire ODD out from the system.
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...FRU: 1. The following auxiliary input devices are supported by the battery pack. 51 Chapter 4 Embedded Numeric Keypad ! However, if you need to check memory but have no testing program or diagonositc utility at a time to correct the problem. A loose connection can cause an error. Reconnect the keyboard cables...board. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of these devices do not provide memory test program. Currently, we do not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that power is correct, run the Keyboard Test...
...FRU: 1. The following auxiliary input devices are supported by the battery pack. 51 Chapter 4 Embedded Numeric Keypad ! However, if you need to check memory but have no testing program or diagonositc utility at a time to correct the problem. A loose connection can cause an error. Reconnect the keyboard cables...board. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of these devices do not provide memory test program. Currently, we do not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that power is correct, run the Keyboard Test...
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... N/A "KEYBOARD CONTROLLER Keyboard controller failed during FAILURE" system inquiry about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during memory test at xxxxxx: the indicated location. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. Others may indicate a problem with the self-test command... RAM test failed. short, short, long; N/A "CMOS CHECKSUM INVALID - WROTE: xxxx READ: xxxx" 55 Chapter 4 NOTE: Most of memory installed. short, short, long; short, short, short; NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column...
... N/A "KEYBOARD CONTROLLER Keyboard controller failed during FAILURE" system inquiry about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during memory test at xxxxxx: the indicated location. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. Others may indicate a problem with the self-test command... RAM test failed. short, short, long; N/A "CMOS CHECKSUM INVALID - WROTE: xxxx READ: xxxx" 55 Chapter 4 NOTE: Most of memory installed. short, short, long; short, short, short; NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column...
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...CHANGED" The boot sector of a virus attack. No Suspend-to -Disk partition signature NOT FOUND!" "UNEXPECTED AMOUNT OF MEMORY - TURN KEY" The keyboard operation is invalid. "Hard Disk ERROR!" "Suspend-to -Disk partition signature found . Access...Disk partition found . Beep Code N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Message Description "PARITY ERROR AT UNKNOWN Parity error during memory test at unknown location. "NO INTERRUPTS FROM TIMER 0" Timer 0 of the Suspend-to -Disk partition failed. LOCATION" "PARITY ERROR AT LOCATION XXXXXX" ...
...CHANGED" The boot sector of a virus attack. No Suspend-to -Disk partition signature NOT FOUND!" "UNEXPECTED AMOUNT OF MEMORY - TURN KEY" The keyboard operation is invalid. "Hard Disk ERROR!" "Suspend-to -Disk partition signature found . Access...Disk partition found . Beep Code N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Message Description "PARITY ERROR AT UNKNOWN Parity error during memory test at unknown location. "NO INTERRUPTS FROM TIMER 0" Timer 0 of the Suspend-to -Disk partition failed. LOCATION" "PARITY ERROR AT LOCATION XXXXXX" ...
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Main board Battery fuel gauge in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Reconnect hard disk drives. Action in Windows doesn't go ...
Main board Battery fuel gauge in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Reconnect hard disk drives. Action in Windows doesn't go ...
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...-lonSwallow 4cell Li-lonSwallow 4cell Appendix A A 78 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate2350 G1&G2 Model Number 2353LM CPU CM 340 (1.5GHz) LCD 15.0" XGA Memory DDR333 1x256MB 2353LC CM 340 (1.5GHz) 15.0" XGA DDR333 1x256MB 2353LCi CM 340 (1.5GHz) 15.0" XGA DDR333 1x256MB HDD 40GB/ 60GB 30GB/ 40GB 40GB/ 60GB...
...-lonSwallow 4cell Li-lonSwallow 4cell Appendix A A 78 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate2350 G1&G2 Model Number 2353LM CPU CM 340 (1.5GHz) LCD 15.0" XGA Memory DDR333 1x256MB 2353LC CM 340 (1.5GHz) 15.0" XGA DDR333 1x256MB 2353LCi CM 340 (1.5GHz) 15.0" XGA DDR333 1x256MB HDD 40GB/ 60GB 30GB/ 40GB 40GB/ 60GB...
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... XP / Professional Environment Test CPU Model Celeron-M LCD 14.1" XGA (TFT) 15" XGA (TFT) 15" SXGA (TFT) 30GB(4200rpm) HDD 40GB(4200rpm) 60GB(4200rpm) ODD Memory 80GB(4200rpm) Combo drive 12.7mm DVD-Dual DVD-Super Multi 256MB DDRI333 512MB DDRI333 1GB DDRI333 Vendor Intel Toppoly AU CMO AU Samsung CMO...
... XP / Professional Environment Test CPU Model Celeron-M LCD 14.1" XGA (TFT) 15" XGA (TFT) 15" SXGA (TFT) 30GB(4200rpm) HDD 40GB(4200rpm) 60GB(4200rpm) ODD Memory 80GB(4200rpm) Combo drive 12.7mm DVD-Dual DVD-Super Multi 256MB DDRI333 512MB DDRI333 1GB DDRI333 Vendor Intel Toppoly AU CMO AU Samsung CMO...