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Table of Contents Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 65 Removing the Battery Pack 67 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/ the Memory/the ODD Module and the LCD Module 68 Removing the Memory and the ... Intermittent Problems 97 Undetermined Problems 98 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 99 Top View 99 Bottom View 100 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 103 TravelMate 3250/2470 Exploded Diagram 104 VIII
Table of Contents Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 65 Removing the Battery Pack 67 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/ the Memory/the ODD Module and the LCD Module 68 Removing the Memory and the ... Intermittent Problems 97 Undetermined Problems 98 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 99 Top View 99 Bottom View 100 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 103 TravelMate 3250/2470 Exploded Diagram 104 VIII
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...refers to "wake on ring ready; As modem ring in, the signals can wake up the system from S3 Standby Mode (with battery or AC power in) or S4 Hibernation Mode (with two built-in speakers (2W) and microphone T Intel® High-Definition ...Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer OrbiCamTM and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone T Acer OrbiCamTM integrated 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel CMOS camera (for selected models), featuring: t 225 degree ergonomic rotation t Acer VisageONTM technology (for TravelMate 3250) Input devices T 88-/89-key keyboad with inverted ...
...refers to "wake on ring ready; As modem ring in, the signals can wake up the system from S3 Standby Mode (with battery or AC power in) or S4 Hibernation Mode (with two built-in speakers (2W) and microphone T Intel® High-Definition ...Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer OrbiCamTM and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone T Acer OrbiCamTM integrated 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel CMOS camera (for selected models), featuring: t 225 degree ergonomic rotation t Acer VisageONTM technology (for TravelMate 3250) Input devices T 88-/89-key keyboad with inverted ...
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... 25 TRING1 26 RJ1 USB port Audio codec (Reltek ALC833) Line-in jack 2 CRT1 External display port 3 N/A Modem cable connector 4 MDC1 Modem board connector 5 BAT1 Battery connector 6 CDROM1 ODD module connector 7 FAN1 System fan connector 8 DM2 9 DM1 10 RTC1 11 CN2 12 MINIC1 13 U62 DIMM 2 socket DIMM 1 socket RTC...
... 25 TRING1 26 RJ1 USB port Audio codec (Reltek ALC833) Line-in jack 2 CRT1 External display port 3 N/A Modem cable connector 4 MDC1 Modem board connector 5 BAT1 Battery connector 6 CDROM1 ODD module connector 7 FAN1 System fan connector 8 DM2 9 DM1 10 RTC1 11 CN2 12 MINIC1 13 U62 DIMM 2 socket DIMM 1 socket RTC...
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indicator communications. 4 Wireless Press to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers/line-out jack speakers, headphones). 8 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 9 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status 10 Latch Locks and release the lid. communication switch/ Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth- Chapter 1 9 ...
indicator communications. 4 Wireless Press to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers/line-out jack speakers, headphones). 8 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 9 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status 10 Latch Locks and release the lid. communication switch/ Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth- Chapter 1 9 ...
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Powers the computer Chapter 1 11 Connects to an AC adapter. Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Description Connects to a phone line. Connects to stay cool, even after prolong use. Ventilation slots Modem (RJ-11) port Enable the computer to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 3 4 5 6 Rear Panel Three USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
Powers the computer Chapter 1 11 Connects to an AC adapter. Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Description Connects to a phone line. Connects to stay cool, even after prolong use. Ventilation slots Modem (RJ-11) port Enable the computer to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 3 4 5 6 Rear Panel Three USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
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... hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps. (for TravelMate 3250) 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. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read...
... hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps. (for TravelMate 3250) 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. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read...
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...computer is activated. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up when the battery is charging. 2. Icon Function Cap lock Description Lights when Cap Lock is activated Icon Function Description Num lock Lights when Num Lock is on.... email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. These buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are called easy-launch buttons. To set to run the...
...computer is activated. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up when the battery is charging. 2. Icon Function Cap lock Description Lights when Cap Lock is activated Icon Function Description Num lock Lights when Num Lock is on.... email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. These buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are called easy-launch buttons. To set to run the...
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... to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on your PC. Acer eNet Management (for the first time. T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms (for selected models) T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space, memory and registry...
... to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on your PC. Acer eNet Management (for the first time. T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms (for selected models) T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space, memory and registry...
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Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. AC Mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is for Adapter or Battery mode, then click OK. 22 Chapter 1 Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Battery Life. Click "Save as desired. 2. DC Mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-...4. You can also define up to a new power profile. 3. Change power settings as ..." To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. To create new power profile 1. Select whether this profile is "Maximum Performance."
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. AC Mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is for Adapter or Battery mode, then click OK. 22 Chapter 1 Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Battery Life. Click "Save as desired. 2. DC Mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-...4. You can also define up to a new power profile. 3. Change power settings as ..." To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. To create new power profile 1. Select whether this profile is "Maximum Performance."
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Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. The new profile will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. T Select what actions will appear in the profile list. For additional options, click "Settings" to: T Set alarms. T Re-load factory defaults. T View information about Acer ePower Management. Chapter 1 23 5.
Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. The new profile will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. T Select what actions will appear in the profile list. For additional options, click "Settings" to: T Set alarms. T Re-load factory defaults. T View information about Acer ePower Management. Chapter 1 23 5.
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... utility. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Fellow the steps below to update the system BIOS flash ROM. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system...
... utility. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Fellow the steps below to update the system BIOS flash ROM. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system...
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Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Remove the battery pack. 64 Chapter 3 Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Remove the battery pack. 64 Chapter 3 Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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...and instructs you on rear side H*3 HDD Cover Wireless LAN Card O*4 HDD Module M*4 HDD Bracket HDD Lower Case Assembly O*2 RTC Battery Bluetooth Module Upper Case Assembly Microphone Lower Case *2 Speaker Set Main Board Assembly Upper Case Touchpad Assembly N*3 C*1 86.9A353.3R0*2 ...Bridge Plate CPU Heatsink 86.9A353.3R0*2 O*2 Modem Board Fan Touchpad Bracket Touchpad CPU ODD Module G*2 ODD ODD Bracket Chapter 3 65 Start Battery Middle Cover H*2 DIMM Cover Memory P*1 Keyboard ODD Module E*1 J*2 on bottom side K*2 on top side LCD Module E*1 on upper case assemby...
...and instructs you on rear side H*3 HDD Cover Wireless LAN Card O*4 HDD Module M*4 HDD Bracket HDD Lower Case Assembly O*2 RTC Battery Bluetooth Module Upper Case Assembly Microphone Lower Case *2 Speaker Set Main Board Assembly Upper Case Touchpad Assembly N*3 C*1 86.9A353.3R0*2 ...Bridge Plate CPU Heatsink 86.9A353.3R0*2 O*2 Modem Board Fan Touchpad Bracket Touchpad CPU ODD Module G*2 ODD ODD Bracket Chapter 3 65 Start Battery Middle Cover H*2 DIMM Cover Memory P*1 Keyboard ODD Module E*1 J*2 on bottom side K*2 on top side LCD Module E*1 on upper case assemby...
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Chapter 3 67 Unlock the battery lock. 2. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.
Chapter 3 67 Unlock the battery lock. 2. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.
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Remove the three screws fastening the system fan. 14. Disconnect the modem cable from the main board. 19. Disconnect the modem board from the main board. 18. Detach the fan from the modem board as shown. Remove the two screws holding the speaker set from the main board. 17. 11. Disconnect the modem cable from the lower case. 15. Take out the speaker set . 12. Disconnect the RTC battery cable then detach the RTC battery. 16. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the lower case. 13. Chapter 3 73
Remove the three screws fastening the system fan. 14. Disconnect the modem cable from the main board. 19. Disconnect the modem board from the main board. 18. Detach the fan from the modem board as shown. Remove the two screws holding the speaker set from the main board. 17. 11. Disconnect the modem cable from the lower case. 15. Take out the speaker set . 12. Disconnect the RTC battery cable then detach the RTC battery. 16. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the lower case. 13. Chapter 3 73
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...diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. Go to main board. 2. Remove the battery pack. 2. Press F2 in the test items. 3. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on page 85 Chapter 4 83...each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply...
...diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. Go to main board. 2. Remove the battery pack. 2. Press F2 in the test items. 3. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on page 85 Chapter 4 83...each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply...
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... installation. 4. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 85. 84 Chapter 4 If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 98. Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect. 3. T If the problem...
... installation. 4. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 85. 84 Chapter 4 If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 98. Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect. 3. T If the problem...
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...computer. 2. If the charge indicator still does not light up , replace the battery pack. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the touchpad. 3. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to the touchpad pointer. ... Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in the computer. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad,...
...computer. 2. If the charge indicator still does not light up , replace the battery pack. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the touchpad. 3. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to the touchpad pointer. ... Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in the computer. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad,...
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...: 1. Thermal critical High In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Hard disk drive System board Stuck Key see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 82. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch ... . Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 82. Run Setup Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will shut down system, no message will show message. Default configuration used RTC...
...: 1. Thermal critical High In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Hard disk drive System board Stuck Key see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 82. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch ... . Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 82. Run Setup Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will shut down system, no message will show message. Default configuration used RTC...
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... Failed DIMM System board Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I/O device IRQ... board Operating system not found by POST differed from CMOS Run "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined...
... Failed DIMM System board Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I/O device IRQ... board Operating system not found by POST differed from CMOS Run "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined...