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... 66 External Diskette Drive Check 66 External CD-ROM Drive Check 66 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66 Memory check 67 Power System Check 67 Touchpad Check 69 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 70 Index of Error Messages 71 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 74 Index of Symptom-to-FRU... 81 Undetermined Problems 82 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 83 Top View 83 Bottom View 84 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 85 Aspire 3620/TravelMate 2420 Exploded Diagram 86 2
... 66 External Diskette Drive Check 66 External CD-ROM Drive Check 66 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66 Memory check 67 Power System Check 67 Touchpad Check 69 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 70 Index of Error Messages 71 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 74 Index of Symptom-to-FRU... 81 Undetermined Problems 82 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 83 Top View 83 Bottom View 84 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 85 Aspire 3620/TravelMate 2420 Exploded Diagram 86 2
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TravelMate 2420 front view # Icon Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up ... center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for our hands when you use the computer. 7 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 8 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 9 Easy-launch Buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. 8 Chapter 1
TravelMate 2420 front view # Icon Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up ... center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for our hands when you use the computer. 7 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 8 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 9 Easy-launch Buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. 8 Chapter 1
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... jack Accepts input from external microphones. 6 Headphones/ Connects to enable/disable Bluetooth communication button/ function. with S/PDIF support 7 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 8 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status 9 Latch Locks and release the lid.
... jack Accepts input from external microphones. 6 Headphones/ Connects to enable/disable Bluetooth communication button/ function. with S/PDIF support 7 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 8 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status 9 Latch Locks and release the lid.
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Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Powers the computer # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan Description Locks the battery in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Bottom Panel Description Connects to an AC adapter. Helps keep the computer cool. 4 Rear Panel Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in position. Chapter 1 11
Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Powers the computer # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan Description Locks the battery in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Bottom Panel Description Connects to an AC adapter. Helps keep the computer cool. 4 Rear Panel Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in position. Chapter 1 11
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Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Release the battery for removal. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. 12 Chapter 1
Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Release the battery for removal. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. 12 Chapter 1
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... Lights when Cap Lock is activated Icon Function Description Num lock Lights when Num Lock is active. HDD Bluetooth Wireless LAN Battery Power Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is activated. These buttons are four buttons. They are pre-set the Web browser... user-programmable button. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Chapter 1 13 To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is on. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC ...
... Lights when Cap Lock is activated Icon Function Description Num lock Lights when Num Lock is active. HDD Bluetooth Wireless LAN Battery Power Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is activated. These buttons are four buttons. They are pre-set the Web browser... user-programmable button. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Chapter 1 13 To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is on. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC ...
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... the display screen backlight off to return. Press any key to save power. Fn-y Volume down Decreases the speaker volume. Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on and off. Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Display... between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Fn-F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on hot keys. Sleep Puts the computer in Acer eManager. Fn-x Brightness up Increases the speaker volume. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Fn-F3 Fn-F4...
... the display screen backlight off to return. Press any key to save power. Fn-y Volume down Decreases the speaker volume. Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on and off. Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Display... between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Fn-F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on hot keys. Sleep Puts the computer in Acer eManager. Fn-x Brightness up Increases the speaker volume. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Fn-F3 Fn-F4...
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...functions and manage your files from being accessed by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. T Acer ePresentation Management connects to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility and select the...to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently. T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is conveniently integrated with passwords and advanced ...
...functions and manage your files from being accessed by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. T Acer ePresentation Management connects to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility and select the...to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently. T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is conveniently integrated with passwords and advanced ...
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... defaults). T Back up to CD/DVD. T Image/data recovery tools: T Recover from CD/DVD. 24 Chapter 1 User-created backups are stored on your system's HDD. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with : T Password protection. T Image/data backup: T Back up to HDD (set recovery point). The...
... defaults). T Back up to CD/DVD. T Image/data recovery tools: T Recover from CD/DVD. 24 Chapter 1 User-created backups are stored on your system's HDD. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with : T Password protection. T Image/data backup: T Back up to HDD (set recovery point). The...
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... burn a backup image to monitor the system health status. To ensure the best results when recovering your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eSettings Management also: T Provides a simple graphical user interface for power users. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your system using a CD or...
... burn a backup image to monitor the system health status. To ensure the best results when recovering your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eSettings Management also: T Provides a simple graphical user interface for power users. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your system using a CD or...
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Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. Create new power scheme 1. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - The new profile will appear on the lower left-hand ...side of your own profiles. You can define up to three of the window. 26 Chapter 1 To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from ...
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. Create new power scheme 1. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - The new profile will appear on the lower left-hand ...side of your own profiles. You can define up to three of the window. 26 Chapter 1 To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from ...
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... Interface Connector type Specification 723 bps (full speed data rate) Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). ATA-6 Max. Ultra DMA mode-5 DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V(DC) +/- 5% 60000 512 3 (for Hitachi and Seagate) 4 (for Seagate) 2 4200 RPM 8192KB ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6 350 100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA...
... Interface Connector type Specification 723 bps (full speed data rate) Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). ATA-6 Max. Ultra DMA mode-5 DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V(DC) +/- 5% 60000 512 3 (for Hitachi and Seagate) 4 (for Seagate) 2 4200 RPM 8192KB ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6 350 100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA...
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... Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage DVD-Dual Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable ...disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Specification DVD/CDRW HLDS GCC-4244N With CD...
... Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage DVD-Dual Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable ...disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Specification DVD/CDRW HLDS GCC-4244N With CD...
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... Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight Physical Size(mm) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertial: Upper/Lower Temperature Range( ° C) Operating Storage (shipping...
... Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight Physical Size(mm) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertial: Upper/Lower Temperature Range( ° C) Operating Storage (shipping...
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OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely. Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in the system are turned off the whole system. 36 Chapter 1 System saves all system states and data onto the disc...Specification 1.7A 220A@115VAC 220A@230VAC 82% min. @115VAC input full load Power Management All devices in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. AC Adaptor Item Maximum input AC current Inrush...
OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely. Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in the system are turned off the whole system. 36 Chapter 1 System saves all system states and data onto the disc...Specification 1.7A 220A@115VAC 220A@230VAC 82% min. @115VAC input full load Power Management All devices in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. AC Adaptor Item Maximum input AC current Inrush...
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PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main 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 [09:03:49] [11/29/2005] , , or 640 KB selects field. Shows system ...
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main 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 [09:03:49] [11/29/2005] , , or 640 KB selects field. Shows system ...
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... parameter settings. VGA Memory size=64/128MB Determines if Customer Logo will be in the system. Option: Enabled or Disabled Auto: During power process, the system will not be in these cases. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Enabled: Customer Logo is...on display Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery Description Format/Option Sets the system time. If any display device is connected, the power on external video port. The function allows the user to factory defaults. Settings in this screen. Option: Auto or Both Enables, disables...
... parameter settings. VGA Memory size=64/128MB Determines if Customer Logo will be in the system. Option: Enabled or Disabled Auto: During power process, the system will not be in these cases. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Enabled: Customer Logo is...on display Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery Description Format/Option Sets the system time. If any display device is connected, the power on external video port. The function allows the user to factory defaults. Settings in this screen. Option: Auto or Both Enables, disables...
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... at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Phlash utility. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. Copy the flash utilities to update...Use the Phlash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. The flash utility has auto-execution function. 48 Chapter 2 NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor 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 ...
... at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Phlash utility. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. Copy the flash utilities to update...Use the Phlash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. The flash utility has auto-execution function. 48 Chapter 2 NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor 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 ...
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Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Remove the battery pack. 50 Chapter 3
Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Remove the battery pack. 50 Chapter 3
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.... Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are indicated. Go To "Power System Check" on screen. Symptoms ... stay on.) POST does not complete. Other symptoms (i.e. Verify the symptoms by repeating the same operation. 3. Symptoms (Verified) Power failure. (The power indicator does not go to . POST detects an error and displayed messages on page 67. Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following ...
.... Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are indicated. Go To "Power System Check" on screen. Symptoms ... stay on.) POST does not complete. Other symptoms (i.e. Verify the symptoms by repeating the same operation. 3. Symptoms (Verified) Power failure. (The power indicator does not go to . POST detects an error and displayed messages on page 67. Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following ...