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...will not be covered in the FRU list of a machine (e.g. Preface Before using this printed Service Guide. add-on your regional Acer office to extend the functionality of this information and the product it will NOT be noted in the printed Service Guide. V ...such cases, please contact your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to provide you with further technical details. 2. If, for whatever reason, ...
...will not be covered in the FRU list of a machine (e.g. Preface Before using this printed Service Guide. add-on your regional Acer office to extend the functionality of this information and the product it will NOT be noted in the printed Service Guide. V ...such cases, please contact your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to provide you with further technical details. 2. If, for whatever reason, ...
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... 65 System Check Procedures 66 External Diskette Drive Check 66 External CD-ROM Drive Check 66 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66 Memory check 66 Power System Check 67 Touchpad check 68 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 69 Index of Error Messages 70 ... 83 Bottom View 85 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 87 Exploded Diagram 88 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 96 TravelMate 3200 Series 96 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 97 Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test 98 Appendix C Online Support Information 101 VIII
... 65 System Check Procedures 66 External Diskette Drive Check 66 External CD-ROM Drive Check 66 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66 Memory check 66 Power System Check 67 Touchpad check 68 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 69 Index of Error Messages 70 ... 83 Bottom View 85 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 87 Exploded Diagram 88 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 96 TravelMate 3200 Series 96 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 97 Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test 98 Appendix C Online Support Information 101 VIII
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... video memory (manufacturing option) Simultaneous display on LCD and CRT monitor, and other display devices like projector support "Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically decides the best settings for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use 3D graphics support TravelMate 3200 series ...port T InvilinkTM 802.11b/g or IInvilinkTM 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN (manufacturing optional) T Bluetooth ready (manufacturing optional) T SD/MMC/MS memory card reader T 100-pin port replicator connector Keyboard and Pointing Device T 84/85-key Windows keyboard T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device ...
... video memory (manufacturing option) Simultaneous display on LCD and CRT monitor, and other display devices like projector support "Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically decides the best settings for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use 3D graphics support TravelMate 3200 series ...port T InvilinkTM 802.11b/g or IInvilinkTM 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN (manufacturing optional) T Bluetooth ready (manufacturing optional) T SD/MMC/MS memory card reader T 100-pin port replicator connector Keyboard and Pointing Device T 84/85-key Windows keyboard T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device ...
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Expansion T T T One Type II CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory modules Acer EasyPort I/O Ports T T T T T T T T T T T One Type II PC Card slot One RJ-11 phone jack (V.90/92) One RJ-45 jack for LAN (Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T) One 100-pin port replicator One external monitor port One line-out jack (3.5mm minijack) One microphone jack (3.5mm minijack) One Infrared (FIR) port One IEEE 1394 port Two USB 2.0 ports One 3-in-1 memory card reader (MS/MMC/SD) 2 Chapter 1
Expansion T T T One Type II CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory modules Acer EasyPort I/O Ports T T T T T T T T T T T One Type II PC Card slot One RJ-11 phone jack (V.90/92) One RJ-45 jack for LAN (Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T) One 100-pin port replicator One external monitor port One line-out jack (3.5mm minijack) One microphone jack (3.5mm minijack) One Infrared (FIR) port One IEEE 1394 port Two USB 2.0 ports One 3-in-1 memory card reader (MS/MMC/SD) 2 Chapter 1
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X1 3 IN 1 +5V DAUGHTER BOARD D D Acer Inc. X1 Page :22 Page :17 SYS MIC HEADPHONE PS2 10/100 LAN LINEOUT PORT REPLICATOR RGB HEADPHONE 19V Page :24 TV Page :16 Page :... VR DEEFCLK CLK66_MCH (NB,NB-AGP) ( Micro-FCPGA 478 ) MAX1907 PCLK_551 (EC,EC-SB) CLK66_AGP (AGP,AGP-NB) 2.5VSUS 2.5V switched power rail for DDR Memory ( off in S4-S5 ) VHCORE Page :29 PCLK_MINI (MINI,MINI-SB) CLK66_ICH (SB,SB-NB) +1.25 1.25V switched power rail for DDR Termination ( off in...
X1 3 IN 1 +5V DAUGHTER BOARD D D Acer Inc. X1 Page :22 Page :17 SYS MIC HEADPHONE PS2 10/100 LAN LINEOUT PORT REPLICATOR RGB HEADPHONE 19V Page :24 TV Page :16 Page :... VR DEEFCLK CLK66_MCH (NB,NB-AGP) ( Micro-FCPGA 478 ) MAX1907 PCLK_551 (EC,EC-SB) CLK66_AGP (AGP,AGP-NB) 2.5VSUS 2.5V switched power rail for DDR Memory ( off in S4-S5 ) VHCORE Page :29 PCLK_MINI (MINI,MINI-SB) CLK66_ICH (SB,SB-NB) +1.25 1.25V switched power rail for DDR Termination ( off in...
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Note: Don't cover or obstruct the opening Note of the fan. 3 Battery release latches Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 14 Chapter 1 Bottom Panel Bottom view 4 # Item Description # Icon Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Don't cover or obstruct the opening Note of the fan. 3 Battery release latches Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 14 Chapter 1 Bottom Panel Bottom view 4 # Item Description # Icon Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
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... control 2st level cache control Cache scheme control System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket 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 Phneoix 3A01 Flash ROM 512KB 32...processor at 1.5~2.0GHz (Dothan) Always enabled Always enabled Fixed in write-back Specification Intel 855GME built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 1024MB 2G (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) DDR Synchronous DRAM 333 MHz 2.5V and 1.25V 200-pin soDIMM You ...
... control 2st level cache control Cache scheme control System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket 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 Phneoix 3A01 Flash ROM 512KB 32...processor at 1.5~2.0GHz (Dothan) Always enabled Always enabled Fixed in write-back Specification Intel 855GME built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 1024MB 2G (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) DDR Synchronous DRAM 333 MHz 2.5V and 1.25V 200-pin soDIMM You ...
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...Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with various capacities to form other combinations. Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 128MB...1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1125MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 IR Interface Item Part name Package Performance Compliant Modem Interface ...
...Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with various capacities to form other combinations. Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 128MB...1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1125MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 IR Interface Item Part name Package Performance Compliant Modem Interface ...
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.../sec) (1) Read DVD-ROM DVD-R CD-ROM (2) Write CD-R CD-RW HS-RW US-RW (3) ATAPI Interface PIO mode DMA mode Ultra DMA mode Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specification DVD/CDRW PANASONIC UJDA-755(24x24x8x24x) MAX 8X CAV (MAX 10800kB/s) MAX 4X CAV...
.../sec) (1) Read DVD-ROM DVD-R CD-ROM (2) Write CD-R CD-RW HS-RW US-RW (3) ATAPI Interface PIO mode DMA mode Ultra DMA mode Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specification DVD/CDRW PANASONIC UJDA-755(24x24x8x24x) MAX 8X CAV (MAX 10800kB/s) MAX 4X CAV...
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... Jack Item Number of audio jack Rated input Connector type Video Interface Item Chipset Package Interface Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control IEEE 1394 Port Item ...Specification ATI Mobility RADEON 9700(ATI M11) BGA 667 pin AGP 4X Yes Specification ATI Mobility RADEON 9700(ATI M11) 64MB (memory on chip) ATI M11 can also support VGA memory size to 128MB DDR Specification ICH4-M 2.0 USB 2.0 2 one on the right side; one on the left side Enable...
... Jack Item Number of audio jack Rated input Connector type Video Interface Item Chipset Package Interface Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control IEEE 1394 Port Item ...Specification ATI Mobility RADEON 9700(ATI M11) BGA 667 pin AGP 4X Yes Specification ATI Mobility RADEON 9700(ATI M11) 64MB (memory on chip) ATI M11 can also support VGA memory size to 128MB DDR Specification ICH4-M 2.0 USB 2.0 2 one on the right side; one on the left side Enable...
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PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Actual values may differ. Main Advanced 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 [13:20:53] [...field. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. Shows system base memory size 510MB Shows extended memory size 64MB VGA memory size [Enabled] [Auto ] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ←...
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Actual values may differ. Main Advanced 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 [13:20:53] [...field. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. Shows system base memory size 510MB Shows extended memory size 64MB VGA memory size [Enabled] [Auto ] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ←...
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... in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in LCD only mode. shows Summary Screen is disabled. Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is disabled or enabled. If...and Summary Screen is not allowed to control the settings in order to save power when AC is set to 640KB This field reports the memory size of the system. The default value is fixed to 64MB Determines if Customer Logo will detect if any external display device is connected...
... in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in LCD only mode. shows Summary Screen is disabled. Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is disabled or enabled. If...and Summary Screen is not allowed to control the settings in order to save power when AC is set to 640KB This field reports the memory size of the system. The default value is fixed to 64MB Determines if Customer Logo will detect if any external display device is connected...
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Fellow the steps below to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before ...you use the Phlash. 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 is required...
Fellow the steps below to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before ...you use the Phlash. 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 is required...
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... F*1 Keyboard K*5 Thermal module HDD assembly HDD bracket ODD module B*2 Function board HDD assembly HDD bracket Optical disc drive Optical bracket Power board A*2 F*3 A*2 A*1 LCD module K*2 K*3 A*2 G*1 E*10 Memory K*1 Modem board K*1 3 in that need to touchpad board cable Lower case assembly B*2 Main board Chapter 3 51 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page...
... F*1 Keyboard K*5 Thermal module HDD assembly HDD bracket ODD module B*2 Function board HDD assembly HDD bracket Optical disc drive Optical bracket Power board A*2 F*3 A*2 A*1 LCD module K*2 K*3 A*2 G*1 E*10 Memory K*1 Modem board K*1 3 in that need to touchpad board cable Lower case assembly B*2 Main board Chapter 3 51 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page...
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... . 3. Remove the five screws holding the DDR/HDD cover then remove the cover. 2. Pop up the wireless LAN card then remove it. Pop up the memory then remove it . 54 Chapter 3 Disconnect the HDD cable then remove the HDD module. . Disconnect the wireless antennae. 3. See "Removing the HDD Module" on page...
... . 3. Remove the five screws holding the DDR/HDD cover then remove the cover. 2. Pop up the wireless LAN card then remove it. Pop up the memory then remove it . 54 Chapter 3 Disconnect the HDD cable then remove the HDD module. . Disconnect the wireless antennae. 3. See "Removing the HDD Module" on page...
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... the VGA heatsink from the main board. 2. Detach the three in one card reader. 8. Remove the four screws tightening the speaker set. Pop up the memory then remove it . 7. Disconnect the modem cable from the lower case carefully. 12. Remove one card reader from the main board. 3. Chapter 3 59 Disconnect the...
... the VGA heatsink from the main board. 2. Detach the three in one card reader. 8. Remove the four screws tightening the speaker set. Pop up the memory then remove it . 7. Disconnect the modem cable from the lower case carefully. 12. Remove one card reader from the main board. 3. Chapter 3 59 Disconnect the...
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... and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the drive or can cause an error. 66 Chapter 4 If the error still remains: 1. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the system board. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Reconnect the keyboard ...following to isolate the problem to select the test device: 1. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to the diagnostic memory in the message window. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the system board....
... and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the drive or can cause an error. 66 Chapter 4 If the error still remains: 1. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the system board. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Reconnect the keyboard ...following to isolate the problem to select the test device: 1. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to the diagnostic memory in the message window. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the system board....
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... error symptoms classified by function. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST. NOTE: Most of memory installed. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU...
... error symptoms classified by function. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST. NOTE: Most of memory installed. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU...
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... POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register ...to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 215 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of...
... POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register ...to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 215 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of...
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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 User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM...
... 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 User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM...