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...the functionality of this generic service guide. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with further technical details. 2. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with all technical information relating to -date... information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). This Service Guide provides you should check the most up-to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for whatever reason, a part number...
...the functionality of this generic service guide. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with further technical details. 2. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with all technical information relating to -date... information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). This Service Guide provides you should check the most up-to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for whatever reason, a part number...
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... 51 Remove the battery 51 Remove the HDD module 51 Remove the combo drive 51 Remove the thermal module 52 Remove CPU 52 Remove the memory 52 Remove VGA card 52 Detach the wireless card 53 Remove moden card 53 Remove the inverter cover 53 Detach the upper system cover 54...
... 51 Remove the battery 51 Remove the HDD module 51 Remove the combo drive 51 Remove the thermal module 52 Remove CPU 52 Remove the memory 52 Remove VGA card 52 Detach the wireless card 53 Remove moden card 53 Remove the inverter cover 53 Detach the upper system cover 54...
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... Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 68 System Check Procedures 69 External Diskette Drive Check 69 External CD-ROM Drive Check 69 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 69 Memory check 70 Power System Check 70 Touchpad Check 72 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 73 Index of Error Messages 74 Index of Symptom...
... Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 68 System Check Procedures 69 External Diskette Drive Check 69 External CD-ROM Drive Check 69 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 69 Memory check 70 Power System Check 70 Touchpad Check 72 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 73 Index of Error Messages 74 Index of Symptom...
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... support T 80 GB or higher-capacity Desktop 5400rpm, 7200rpm HDD T Microsoft® Windows® XP Home/Pro operating system T Optional 6-in-1 Multimedia memory card reader module Multimedia T T T T T T DVD/CD-RW combo DVD Dual drive Audio input and output jacks Hardware 3D graphic engine Two stereo...2.0 T Two IEEE 1394 ports T Bluetooth ready (manufacturing option) Expansion T T PC card slot enableing a range of add-on options Upgrageable CPU, hard disk and memory modules I/O Ports T T T T T One type II PC Card slot (PCMCIA and CardBus) One RJ-11 modem jack (V.92, 56K) One RJ-45 network ...
... support T 80 GB or higher-capacity Desktop 5400rpm, 7200rpm HDD T Microsoft® Windows® XP Home/Pro operating system T Optional 6-in-1 Multimedia memory card reader module Multimedia T T T T T T DVD/CD-RW combo DVD Dual drive Audio input and output jacks Hardware 3D graphic engine Two stereo...2.0 T Two IEEE 1394 ports T Bluetooth ready (manufacturing option) Expansion T T PC card slot enableing a range of add-on options Upgrageable CPU, hard disk and memory modules I/O Ports T T T T T One type II PC Card slot (PCMCIA and CardBus) One RJ-11 modem jack (V.92, 56K) One RJ-45 network ...
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... 1 0MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 128MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB Slot 2 Total Memory 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 640MB 768MB 768MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1280MB 1536MB 1024MB 1280MB 1536MB Above table lists some system... Scorpio chipset (Scorpio+CSP1037B) Chapter 1 23 System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard memory size DIMM socket number Supports maximum memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Intel 865G 0MB 2 Sockets 1024MB Specification ...
... 1 0MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 128MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB Slot 2 Total Memory 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 640MB 768MB 768MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1280MB 1536MB 1024MB 1280MB 1536MB Above table lists some system... Scorpio chipset (Scorpio+CSP1037B) Chapter 1 23 System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard memory size DIMM socket number Supports maximum memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Intel 865G 0MB 2 Sockets 1024MB Specification ...
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... Port) Bus 1024 x768 (32bit colors) 1024x768 (32 bit colors) 1280x1024 (32 bit colors) 1600x1200 (32 bit colors) Video Memory Item Fixed or upgradeable Video memory size Specification Fixed, share the system memory 32MB Parallel Port Item Parallel port controller Number of parallel port Location Connector type Parallel port function control Supports ECP...
... Port) Bus 1024 x768 (32bit colors) 1024x768 (32 bit colors) 1280x1024 (32 bit colors) 1600x1200 (32 bit colors) Video Memory Item Fixed or upgradeable Video memory size Specification Fixed, share the system memory 32MB Parallel Port Item Parallel port controller Number of parallel port Location Connector type Parallel port function control Supports ECP...
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... Boot Power on external video port. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in order to save power when AC is set to control the settings in these cases. shows Summary Screen is enabled. Option: Enabled...for an external CRT or projector). Option: Disabled or Enabled NOTE: The sub-items under each device will be displayed or not; Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB Shows the VGA memory size. The table below describes the parameters in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
... Boot Power on external video port. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in order to save power when AC is set to control the settings in these cases. shows Summary Screen is enabled. Option: Enabled...for an external CRT or projector). Option: Disabled or Enabled NOTE: The sub-items under each device will be displayed or not; Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB Shows the VGA memory size. The table below describes the parameters in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
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Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash utility. Use the Phlash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. If the battery pack does not ... becomes corrupted. NOTE: Please use the Phlash. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded.
Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash utility. Use the Phlash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. If the battery pack does not ... becomes corrupted. NOTE: Please use the Phlash. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded.
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Start x7 (fix on base cover) Base Cover Dx4 Cx1 Battery Dommy Cover Battery Cx2 MDC Modem Card Memory Cx1 Optical Drive Module (Please see next page) Cx4 VGA Card (AGP Card) Disconnect subwoofer cable Cx2 x2 Cx4 Subwoofer HDD Module Thermal Module (FAN ...
Start x7 (fix on base cover) Base Cover Dx4 Cx1 Battery Dommy Cover Battery Cx2 MDC Modem Card Memory Cx1 Optical Drive Module (Please see next page) Cx4 VGA Card (AGP Card) Disconnect subwoofer cable Cx2 x2 Cx4 Subwoofer HDD Module Thermal Module (FAN ...
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Remove the three screws as shown here. 2. Remove the thermal module. Remove the thermal module 1. Release the four screws that secure the VGA card. 3. Remove the VGA card. Remove the memory 1. Remove the memory Remove VGA card 1. Open the CPU lever, remove the CPU and close the lever. Disconnect the fan power connector. 1. Chapter 3 52 Remove CPU 1. Disconnect the VGA connector. 2.
Remove the three screws as shown here. 2. Remove the thermal module. Remove the thermal module 1. Release the four screws that secure the VGA card. 3. Remove the VGA card. Remove the memory 1. Remove the memory Remove VGA card 1. Open the CPU lever, remove the CPU and close the lever. Disconnect the fan power connector. 1. Chapter 3 52 Remove CPU 1. Disconnect the VGA connector. 2.
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... might stop system operations, show error messages on page 72. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. Press F2 in the test items. 3. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. If any of the following...
... might stop system operations, show error messages on page 72. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. Press F2 in the test items. 3. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. If any of the following...
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...is not listed, see "Undetermined Problems" on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. If the symptom is listed first. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error ... put the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 73 Aspire 1710 Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST.
...is not listed, see "Undetermined Problems" on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. If the symptom is listed first. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error ... put the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 73 Aspire 1710 Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST.
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... BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. System CMOS checksum bad - Keyboard locked - System timer error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup...
... BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. System CMOS checksum bad - Keyboard locked - System timer error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup...
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...A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility System cache error - RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. RTC battery System board Operating system not found ...Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 75 Aspire 1710 RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System ...
...A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility System cache error - RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. RTC battery System board Operating system not found ...Failed DIMM System board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 75 Aspire 1710 RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System ...
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... Speaker System board Action in Sequence Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from hibernation mode. See "Hibernation Mode" on page 30. Action in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation Keyboard...
... Speaker System board Action in Sequence Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from hibernation mode. See "Hibernation Mode" on page 30. Action in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation Keyboard...
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Partname LCD PANEL W/ LED CABLE LOGO 17 IN. Part Number 60.A15V7.006 Memory ODD/Optical Disc Drive Pointing Device LCD BUTTOM LCD BEZEL W/ ACER LOGO 17 IN. 42.A08V7.005 60.A08V7.006 LCD LATCH 17 IN. LCD SPRING 17 IN. LCD DECORATION BAR 17 IN. 47.A08V7.001 ...47.A08V7.002 47.A08V7.004 DDR 333 256MB 0.11U, CL=2.5 INFINEON MEMORY DDR333 256MB NANYA NT256D64S88B1G-6K MEMORY DDR 333 512MB NANYA...
Partname LCD PANEL W/ LED CABLE LOGO 17 IN. Part Number 60.A15V7.006 Memory ODD/Optical Disc Drive Pointing Device LCD BUTTOM LCD BEZEL W/ ACER LOGO 17 IN. 42.A08V7.005 60.A08V7.006 LCD LATCH 17 IN. LCD SPRING 17 IN. LCD DECORATION BAR 17 IN. 47.A08V7.001 ...47.A08V7.002 47.A08V7.004 DDR 333 256MB 0.11U, CL=2.5 INFINEON MEMORY DDR333 256MB NANYA NT256D64S88B1G-6K MEMORY DDR 333 512MB NANYA...
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Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test Processor Item Memory LCD Hard Disk Drive DVD-ROM Drive 8X DVD/CD-RW Combo AC Adapter (3 pin) Power Cord Battery Li-Ion, 12 cells CRT Port Specifications ... LISIMPL CRT Monitor: View Sonic PF775 Philips Brilliance 109P 19" Silicon Graphics 21" Dell Trinitron 21" ViewSonic GS790 ViewSonic GS773 Dell 2000FP LCD Monitor: LCD Acer AL722 LCD akia KX1 Projector: Panasonic PT-L757U Panasonic PT-L556EA 99...
Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test Processor Item Memory LCD Hard Disk Drive DVD-ROM Drive 8X DVD/CD-RW Combo AC Adapter (3 pin) Power Cord Battery Li-Ion, 12 cells CRT Port Specifications ... LISIMPL CRT Monitor: View Sonic PF775 Philips Brilliance 109P 19" Silicon Graphics 21" Dell Trinitron 21" ViewSonic GS790 ViewSonic GS773 Dell 2000FP LCD Monitor: LCD Acer AL722 LCD akia KX1 Projector: Panasonic PT-L757U Panasonic PT-L556EA 99...
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...1394 CardBus Card Wireless LAN Card: CISCO AIRONET 350 SERIES\AIR-PCM350 Wireless LAN Card \ WL-211F CARD Reader: Apapter PCMCIA 4 in 1 SONY Memory Stick Card Reader \MSAC-PC2 PQI CF CARD Reader PNY PCMCIA 4 in 1 MMC Card: Apacer32MB SanDisk 64MB PQI 64MB MS Card: Apacer 128MB SONY...Labtec Verse 504 Microphone: Labtec LVA-7330 Microphone Intel Wlgw201bak 802.11b Intel 802.11a Intel 802.11a+b SMC wireless Cable/DSL Broadband Router A+G Aspire 1610 PC Cards Item PC Card Audio Jacks Access Point 103 Specifications ATA Card: PCMCIA IDE/ATAPI Controller(FLASH/32MB) Microdrive: IBM 340MB Microdrive...
...1394 CardBus Card Wireless LAN Card: CISCO AIRONET 350 SERIES\AIR-PCM350 Wireless LAN Card \ WL-211F CARD Reader: Apapter PCMCIA 4 in 1 SONY Memory Stick Card Reader \MSAC-PC2 PQI CF CARD Reader PNY PCMCIA 4 in 1 MMC Card: Apacer32MB SanDisk 64MB PQI 64MB MS Card: Apacer 128MB SONY...Labtec Verse 504 Microphone: Labtec LVA-7330 Microphone Intel Wlgw201bak 802.11b Intel 802.11a Intel 802.11a+b SMC wireless Cable/DSL Broadband Router A+G Aspire 1610 PC Cards Item PC Card Audio Jacks Access Point 103 Specifications ATA Card: PCMCIA IDE/ATAPI Controller(FLASH/32MB) Microdrive: IBM 340MB Microdrive...
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LCD 29 M Machine Disassembly 46 Memory Check 70 Modem 23 N Notebook Manager hotkey 18 O Online Support Information 106 P Panel 7, 84 Bottom 13 right 10, 11 Parallel Port 27 PC Card 14, ... R RTC 22 S Second Level Cache 22 speakers hotkey 18 Standby Mode 30 Super I/O 22 System Layout 5 System Check Procedures 69 System Diagnostic Diskette 44 System Memory 23 System Utilities 32 System Utility Diskette 44 T Test Compatible Components 98 Touchpad 22 touchpad hotkey 18 2 Touchpad Check 72 Troubleshooting 68 U Undetermined Problems 81...
LCD 29 M Machine Disassembly 46 Memory Check 70 Modem 23 N Notebook Manager hotkey 18 O Online Support Information 106 P Panel 7, 84 Bottom 13 right 10, 11 Parallel Port 27 PC Card 14, ... R RTC 22 S Second Level Cache 22 speakers hotkey 18 Standby Mode 30 Super I/O 22 System Layout 5 System Check Procedures 69 System Diagnostic Diskette 44 System Memory 23 System Utilities 32 System Utility Diskette 44 T Test Compatible Components 98 Touchpad 22 touchpad hotkey 18 2 Touchpad Check 72 Troubleshooting 68 U Undetermined Problems 81...