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... the responsible personnel/channel to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. If, for repair and service of a machine (e.g. V add-on your Acer office may have decided to those given in the FRU ... generic service guide. These LOCALIZED FEATURES will not be covered in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. Preface Before using this information and the product ... information. 1. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra...
... the responsible personnel/channel to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. If, for repair and service of a machine (e.g. V add-on your Acer office may have decided to those given in the FRU ... generic service guide. These LOCALIZED FEATURES will not be covered in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. Preface Before using this information and the product ... information. 1. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra...
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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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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. 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
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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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.../100/1000Mbps RJ45 Right panel 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 512MB 640MB 128MB 1024MB... 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1125MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations.
.../100/1000Mbps RJ45 Right panel 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 512MB 640MB 128MB 1024MB... 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 1024MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 1125MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations.
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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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... Audio 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 Chipset..., microphone in 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;
... Audio 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 Chipset..., microphone in 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;
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F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit 38 Chapter 2 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 ← → Select Menu F5/F6 Change ...Values Enter Select 4 Sub-Menu NOTE: The screen above is for reference only. 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] [07/09/2004] ,...
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit 38 Chapter 2 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 ← → Select Menu F5/F6 Change ...Values Enter Select 4 Sub-Menu NOTE: The screen above is for reference only. 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] [07/09/2004] ,...
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... be displayed or not; This is because the user is connected on display will not be in this screen. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-2MB Shows the VGA memory size. Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Option: Enabled or Disabled NOTE: The sub-items under each device will be... on display LCD Auto Dim D2D Recovery Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Chapter 2 39 Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Quiet Boot Power on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to 640KB This field reports the...
... be displayed or not; This is because the user is connected on display will not be in this screen. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-2MB Shows the VGA memory size. Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Option: Enabled or Disabled NOTE: The sub-items under each device will be... on display LCD Auto Dim D2D Recovery Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Chapter 2 39 Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Quiet Boot Power on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to 640KB This field reports the...
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BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: Please use the Phlash utility. Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you ... diskette. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Chapter 2 47 Use the Phlash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required for the following conditions: T New versions of system...
BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: Please use the Phlash utility. Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you ... diskette. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Chapter 2 47 Use the Phlash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required for the following conditions: T New versions of system...
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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 1 card reader MDC cable Lower case assembly Upper case assembly E*4 Speaker set Touchpad board to main board cable Touchpad bracket assembly I*2 Touchpad...
... 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 1 card reader MDC cable Lower case assembly Upper case assembly E*4 Speaker set Touchpad board to main board cable Touchpad bracket assembly I*2 Touchpad...
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Removing the HDD Module 1. Removing the ODD Module 1. Pop up the memory then remove it. 3. Disconnect the HDD cable then remove the HDD module. . See "Removing the HDD Module" on page 54. 2. Removing the Wireless LAN Card/...
Removing the HDD Module 1. Removing the ODD Module 1. Pop up the memory then remove it. 3. Disconnect the HDD cable then remove the HDD module. . See "Removing the HDD Module" on page 54. 2. Removing the Wireless LAN Card/...
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... one screw that seucres the modem board. 4. Chapter 3 59 Remove the four screws tightening the speaker set. Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly 1. Pop up the memory then remove it . 7.
... one screw that seucres the modem board. 4. Chapter 3 59 Remove the four screws tightening the speaker set. Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly 1. Pop up the memory then remove it . 7.
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... in the test items. 4. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. The following to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 3. Go to select the test device: 1. If the error still remains: 1. Do the following auxiliary input devices are...reconnect the connector on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the main board. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the System board. If the keyboard cable connection is to main board. 2. If ...
... in the test items. 4. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. The following to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 3. Go to select the test device: 1. If the error still remains: 1. Do the following auxiliary input devices are...reconnect the connector on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the main board. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the System board. If the keyboard cable connection is to main board. 2. If ...
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... next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 81. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. If the symptom is listed first. Chapter 4 69 Do not...
... next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 81. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. If the symptom is listed first. Chapter 4 69 Do not...
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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...