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Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 Block Diagram 3 TM 3010 Outlook View 4 Indicators 9 Easy-Launch Buttons 10 Touchpad 12 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer Empowering Technology 19 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 29 Chapter 2 System Utilities 38 BIOS Setup... Utility 38 Main 40 Advanced 42 Security 44 Boot 47 Exit 48 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 49 General Information 50 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery...
Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 Block Diagram 3 TM 3010 Outlook View 4 Indicators 9 Easy-Launch Buttons 10 Touchpad 12 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer Empowering Technology 19 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 29 Chapter 2 System Utilities 38 BIOS Setup... Utility 38 Main 40 Advanced 42 Security 44 Boot 47 Exit 48 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 49 General Information 50 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery...
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... with SPDIF support 1 Infrared (FIR) port 1 DC-in jack for AC adaptor 1 PCMCIA (exchange with Express card wide type slot) 1 ezDock port 6-in-1 card reader Battery T T T 6-cell of 18650 Li-ion battery pack, (2400mAh) 3-cell of 18650 Li-lon battery pack, (2000mAh) 3-pin 90W AC adaptor 2 Chapter 1
... with SPDIF support 1 Infrared (FIR) port 1 DC-in jack for AC adaptor 1 PCMCIA (exchange with Express card wide type slot) 1 ezDock port 6-in-1 card reader Battery T T T 6-cell of 18650 Li-ion battery pack, (2400mAh) 3-cell of 18650 Li-lon battery pack, (2000mAh) 3-pin 90W AC adaptor 2 Chapter 1
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...LAN communications. button/indicator (manufacturing option) 4 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 6 # Icon 7 # Icon ItemHeadphones/ speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support ...ConneDctesstcoraiputdiioo nline-out devices(e.g., speakers, headphones) ItemMic-in jack Accepts inpuDtsefsrocmriepxtteironanl microphones. 8 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices(for TravelMate 4270...
...LAN communications. button/indicator (manufacturing option) 4 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 6 # Icon 7 # Icon ItemHeadphones/ speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support ...ConneDctesstcoraiputdiioo nline-out devices(e.g., speakers, headphones) ItemMic-in jack Accepts inpuDtsefsrocmriepxtteironanl microphones. 8 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices(for TravelMate 4270...
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... lock # Icon Item Description Note: Rear View # Item Description Note # Icon Item Description 1 # Icon ItemDC-in Jack DescriptiCononnects to an AC adapter. # Icon Item Description 2 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 3 124-pin Acer Connects to Acer ezDock(for TravelMate 4670 Series) ezDock connector Chapter 1 7
... lock # Icon Item Description Note: Rear View # Item Description Note # Icon Item Description 1 # Icon ItemDC-in Jack DescriptiCononnects to an AC adapter. # Icon Item Description 2 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 3 124-pin Acer Connects to Acer ezDock(for TravelMate 4670 Series) ezDock connector Chapter 1 7
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Bottom View # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 8 Chapter 1
Bottom View # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 8 Chapter 1
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...10 # Icon Item Num Lock activDiteyscription Lights upwhen Num Lock is activated. "Launch keys" on page 10 Description The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is charging. Description Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication... # Icon # Icon Item Wireless LAN Item Power Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. NOTE: The lights shows amber when the battery is # closeItde. # Item Description Indicators Your computer has seven easy-to-read status ...
...10 # Icon Item Num Lock activDiteyscription Lights upwhen Num Lock is activated. "Launch keys" on page 10 Description The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is charging. Description Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication... # Icon # Icon Item Wireless LAN Item Power Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. NOTE: The lights shows amber when the battery is # closeItde. # Item Description Indicators Your computer has seven easy-to-read status ...
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... accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer ePresentation Management connects to external storage media. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with Windows explorer as a shell extension for you to access frequently used functions and manage your files from...
... accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer ePresentation Management connects to external storage media. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with Windows explorer as a shell extension for you to access frequently used functions and manage your files from...
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... Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. You can define up to use as default printer settings. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the...
... Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. You can define up to use as default printer settings. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the...
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... T email with LED T Empowering key T one user-programmable button Specification Panasonic/Sanyo Li-ion 6-cell 2400mAh 3-cell 2000mAh Package configuration BATT+: Battery+, Battery Positive Terminal ID : Identify Pin (Note 1) B/I : Battery-In Pin TS : Connect to Thermister SMD : SMBus data interface I/O pin SMC : SMBus clock interface I/O pin GND... : Battery Negative Terminal 12.1" LCD Panel Item Vendor & model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel ...
... T email with LED T Empowering key T one user-programmable button Specification Panasonic/Sanyo Li-ion 6-cell 2400mAh 3-cell 2000mAh Package configuration BATT+: Battery+, Battery Positive Terminal ID : Identify Pin (Note 1) B/I : Battery-In Pin TS : Connect to Thermister SMD : SMBus data interface I/O pin SMC : SMBus clock interface I/O pin GND... : Battery Negative Terminal 12.1" LCD Panel Item Vendor & model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel ...
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... service disassembling. The screws vary in length. If you may be too long to secure bottom case and upper case assembly. Remove the battery pack. Please refer the picture below, group the same type of screws used to damage the main board. 50 Chapter 3 General Information ... proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. NOTE: TravelMate 3000 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you fasten the screw to the wrong location, the screw...
... service disassembling. The screws vary in length. If you may be too long to secure bottom case and upper case assembly. Remove the battery pack. Please refer the picture below, group the same type of screws used to damage the main board. 50 Chapter 3 General Information ... proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. NOTE: TravelMate 3000 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you fasten the screw to the wrong location, the screw...
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Removing the Battery Pack 1. Remove the battery pack. 52 Chapter 3 Release the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch. 3.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Remove the battery pack. 52 Chapter 3 Release the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch. 3.
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then check that power is supplied by the battery pack. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied. 3. Remove the battery pack. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list: T "Check the Battery Pack" on the computer using each of the problem, power on page 65 Chapter 4 64 Power System Check To verify the symptom of the following power sources: 1.
then check that power is supplied by the battery pack. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied. 3. Remove the battery pack. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list: T "Check the Battery Pack" on the computer using each of the problem, power on page 65 Chapter 4 64 Power System Check To verify the symptom of the following power sources: 1.
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... the charge indicator still does not light up , replace the DC/DC charger board. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Re-install the battery pack. Run utility with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is not a hardware problem. No service actions are pulese. If the touch...not work , then check if the main board to switch board FPC is on the screen for a short time. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in control Panel 2. From Hardware: 1. If yes, then replace switch board. See the following : From Software: ...
... the charge indicator still does not light up , replace the DC/DC charger board. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Re-install the battery pack. Run utility with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is not a hardware problem. No service actions are pulese. If the touch...not work , then check if the main board to switch board FPC is on the screen for a short time. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in control Panel 2. From Hardware: 1. If yes, then replace switch board. See the following : From Software: ...
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...Setup Utility. Default configuration used Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Dikette drive Hard disk drive Main board 67 Chapter 4 RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system, then reboot system. Index of Error Messages Error Message List Error Messages Struck Key System CMOS... System Configuration Data Operating system not found FRU/Action in Sequence See "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 63 RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Main board Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive ...
...Setup Utility. Default configuration used Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Dikette drive Hard disk drive Main board 67 Chapter 4 RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system, then reboot system. Index of Error Messages Error Message List Error Messages Struck Key System CMOS... System Configuration Data Operating system not found FRU/Action in Sequence See "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 63 RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Main board Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive ...
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Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See "Power System Check" on page 64 Reconnect the LCD connector Hard disk drive LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board .... Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is connected tightly and correctly. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See "Power System Check" on page 64 Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See "Power System Check" on page 64 Reconnect the LCD connector Hard disk drive LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board .... Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is connected tightly and correctly. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See "Power System Check" on page 64 Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
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...Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. Verify OS in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 64. If the system can power off, then the main board is... cable LCD Main board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off . Main board 73 Chapter 4 Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Enter BIOS Utility to running "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system....
...Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. Verify OS in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 64. If the system can power off, then the main board is... cable LCD Main board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off . Main board 73 Chapter 4 Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Enter BIOS Utility to running "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system....
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... mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in upper case Main board Chapter 4 74 Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on , but you hear two long beeps: "B--, B--" and the LCD is blocked Main board Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (...Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Check if the PCMCIA slot is blank. Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can power on page 65. Battery pack Main board ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card ...
... mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in upper case Main board Chapter 4 74 Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on , but you hear two long beeps: "B--, B--" and the LCD is blocked Main board Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (...Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Check if the PCMCIA slot is blank. Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can power on page 65. Battery pack Main board ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card ...
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... gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). External display does not work . Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives/FDD or other peripherals. Main board Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/... Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly. Check if the battery is low. Main board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. Battery pack Main board System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Printer driver Printer cable...
... gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). External display does not work . Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives/FDD or other peripherals. Main board Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/... Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly. Check if the battery is low. Main board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. Battery pack Main board System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Printer driver Printer cable...
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.... 3. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: T System board T LCD assembly Chapter 4 78 If the problem remains, replace the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T PC Cards 4. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do...
.... 3. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: T System board T LCD assembly Chapter 4 78 If the problem remains, replace the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T PC Cards 4. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do...
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... CN24 PJ1 CN26 CN27 CN23 CN25 PJ2 CN3 CN12 CN4 CN2 Decription Dock connector VGA connector RJ45+RJ11 Jack USB Mini card socket DDR(dual) Battery connector 6 in 1 socket 1394 standard to RTC connector to thermal fan connector to DC board connector KB FPC connector PCMCIA header to LCD connector to...
... CN24 PJ1 CN26 CN27 CN23 CN25 PJ2 CN3 CN12 CN4 CN2 Decription Dock connector VGA connector RJ45+RJ11 Jack USB Mini card socket DDR(dual) Battery connector 6 in 1 socket 1394 standard to RTC connector to thermal fan connector to DC board connector KB FPC connector PCMCIA header to LCD connector to...