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...MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to provide you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this information and the product it will not be noted in the FRU list of... customer machines. add-on your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for Acer's "global" product offering. Preface Before using this generic service guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to those given ...
...MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to provide you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this information and the product it will not be noted in the FRU list of... customer machines. add-on your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for Acer's "global" product offering. Preface Before using this generic service guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to those given ...
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...; M processor 370/380/390 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.60/1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB) T SiS® M661MX/963L/302ELV (LVDS) chipset Memory T T 256 MB/512 MB or 1 GB of DDR 333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2 GB with dual so DIMM modules 512 KB flash ROM BIOS...MB of VRAM, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 7.0 and dual independent display support T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) T Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization technology (Acer Arcade) Communication T Modem: 56K ITU V.92 modem with two built-in mind. Wake-on -Ring ready T LAN: ...
...; M processor 370/380/390 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.60/1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB) T SiS® M661MX/963L/302ELV (LVDS) chipset Memory T T 256 MB/512 MB or 1 GB of DDR 333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2 GB with dual so DIMM modules 512 KB flash ROM BIOS...MB of VRAM, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 7.0 and dual independent display support T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) T Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization technology (Acer Arcade) Communication T Modem: 56K ITU V.92 modem with two built-in mind. Wake-on -Ring ready T LAN: ...
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. House the computer's main memory. 10 Aspire 3630 Unlatches the battery to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Houses the computer's battery pack. External display port Connects to remove the battery pack. Locks ... Power jack Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Bottom view # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Hard disc bay Battery release latch Battery bay Battery lock Cooling fan Memory comparment Description Houses the computer's hard disc (secured by a screw).
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. House the computer's main memory. 10 Aspire 3630 Unlatches the battery to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Houses the computer's battery pack. External display port Connects to remove the battery pack. Locks ... Power jack Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Bottom view # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Hard disc bay Battery release latch Battery bay Battery lock Cooling fan Memory comparment Description Houses the computer's hard disc (secured by a screw).
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...10/100 RJ45 Right side Specification 20 Aspire 3630 System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard 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 Intel® Celeron...max) 2048MB DDR-DRAM 333 MHz 2.5 V/1.25V 200-pin so-DIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications . Memory Combinations 0MB 0MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB ...
...10/100 RJ45 Right side Specification 20 Aspire 3630 System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard 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 Intel® Celeron...max) 2048MB DDR-DRAM 333 MHz 2.5 V/1.25V 200-pin so-DIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications . Memory Combinations 0MB 0MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB ...
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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 24 Specification Remark DVD (Read): DVD 5,9,10,18, DVD-ROM, DVDVideo, DVD-R 3.95G, DVD-R 4.7G, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, MultiBorder...-ROM discs, CD-R discs, CD-RW discs Write: CD-R, CD-RW, high-speed CD-RW, Ultra-speed CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW Aspire 3630
.../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 24 Specification Remark DVD (Read): DVD 5,9,10,18, DVD-ROM, DVDVideo, DVD-R 3.95G, DVD-R 4.7G, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, MultiBorder...-ROM discs, CD-R discs, CD-RW discs Write: CD-R, CD-RW, high-speed CD-RW, Ultra-speed CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW Aspire 3630
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... 2.2 S/PDIF extension compliant codec 1Hz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate) Yes Yes DMA channel 0 DMA channel 1 IRQ10, IRQ11 Video Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Video memory size Chip voltage Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Graph interface Maximum resolution LCD Maximum resolution CRT Specification built-in SiS M661MX up to 64MB Core...
... 2.2 S/PDIF extension compliant codec 1Hz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate) Yes Yes DMA channel 0 DMA channel 1 IRQ10, IRQ11 Video Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Video memory size Chip voltage Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Graph interface Maximum resolution LCD Maximum resolution CRT Specification built-in SiS M661MX up to 64MB Core...
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PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. 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 USB BIOS Legacy Item Specific Help [15:56:48] [03/18/2005..., and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. Shows system base memory size 446MB Shows extended memory size [64 MB] VGA memory size [Enabled] [Auto ] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← →...
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. 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 USB BIOS Legacy Item Specific Help [15:56:48] [03/18/2005..., and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. Shows system base memory size 446MB Shows extended memory size [64 MB] VGA memory size [Enabled] [Auto ] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← →...
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...shows Summary Screen is enabled. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Fast Boot Power on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to factory defaults. Disabled: Customer Logo ...NOTE: The sub-items under Option: Enabled or Disabled DOS mode. The function allows the user to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the system. The table below describes the parameters in the system. Option: Enabled or Disabled Auto: During power process, ...
...shows Summary Screen is enabled. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Fast Boot Power on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to factory defaults. Disabled: Customer Logo ...NOTE: The sub-items under Option: Enabled or Disabled DOS mode. The function allows the user to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the system. The table below describes the parameters in the system. Option: Enabled or Disabled Auto: During power process, ...
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BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Fellow the steps below to the bootable diskette. 3. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. 43 Chapter 2 Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. ..., then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. Copy the Phlash utilities to run the Phlash utility. Use the Phlash utility to finish...
BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Fellow the steps below to the bootable diskette. 3. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. 43 Chapter 2 Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. ..., then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. Copy the Phlash utilities to run the Phlash utility. Use the Phlash utility to finish...
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... the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to be removed during servicing. Start Battery HDD Module *2 HDD HDD Holder *2 Dimm Cover Memory *1 Modem Cover *2 Modem Board Hinge Caps *2 Middle Cover Keyboard *6 LCD Module *2 Launch Board Lower Case Assembly *2 FDD Module *3 *3 *11 *4 RTC Battery *3 Mini PCI Card Plate...
... the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to be removed during servicing. Start Battery HDD Module *2 HDD HDD Holder *2 Dimm Cover Memory *1 Modem Cover *2 Modem Board Hinge Caps *2 Middle Cover Keyboard *6 LCD Module *2 Launch Board Lower Case Assembly *2 FDD Module *3 *3 *11 *4 RTC Battery *3 Mini PCI Card Plate...
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Then remove the ODD module. Then remove the memory from the DIMM socket. 51 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module" on page 50. 2. Remove the screw securing the optical disc drove (ODD) ... the DIMM cover. 3. Push the ODD module outwards with a flat headed screw driver. 5. Remove two screws securing the ODD bracket. 2. Pop out the memory. 4. See "Removing the Battery" on page 50. 3. Removing the Memory 1. Then remove the ODD bracket. Removing the Optical Disc Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Battery" on page 50. 2.
Then remove the ODD module. Then remove the memory from the DIMM socket. 51 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module" on page 50. 2. Remove the screw securing the optical disc drove (ODD) ... the DIMM cover. 3. Push the ODD module outwards with a flat headed screw driver. 5. Remove two screws securing the ODD bracket. 2. Pop out the memory. 4. See "Removing the Battery" on page 50. 3. Removing the Memory 1. Then remove the ODD bracket. Removing the Optical Disc Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Battery" on page 50. 2.
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... the power board cable. 10. Removing the Power Board 1. Chapter 3 58 See "Removing the Optical Disc Drive Module" on page 53. 6. See "Removing the Memory" on page 50. 2. Remove the three screws securing the upper case assembly. 8. See "Removing the Battery" on page 51. 5. See "Removing the... Memory" on page 50. 3. Disassembling the Main Unit Removing the Upper Case Assembly 1. See "Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module" on page 51. 5. See...
... the power board cable. 10. Removing the Power Board 1. Chapter 3 58 See "Removing the Optical Disc Drive Module" on page 53. 6. See "Removing the Memory" on page 50. 2. Remove the three screws securing the upper case assembly. 8. See "Removing the Battery" on page 51. 5. See "Removing the... Memory" on page 50. 3. Disassembling the Main Unit Removing the Upper Case Assembly 1. See "Removing the Hard Disc Drive Module" on page 51. 5. See...
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Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat ... into the connector. Press F2 in the following power sources: 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. Go to main board. 2. Follow the instructions in the test items. 3. NOTE: Make sure that power is supplied. 3. A loose connection can...
Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat ... into the connector. Press F2 in the following power sources: 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. Go to main board. 2. Follow the instructions in the test items. 3. NOTE: Make sure that power is supplied. 3. A loose connection can...
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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. NOTE: Most of memory installed. If the symptom is listed first. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. ...
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. NOTE: Most of memory installed. If the symptom is listed first. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. ...
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... "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 67. Keyboard locked - Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 67. Run...
... "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 67. Keyboard locked - Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 67. Run...
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... Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 73 Chapter 4 Error Message List Error Messages Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Memory size found FRU/Action in Sequence RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery System board Enter Setup...
... Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 73 Chapter 4 Error Message List Error Messages Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Memory size found FRU/Action in Sequence RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery System board Enter Setup...
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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...
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... boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Initialize System Management Mode Output one beep before boot Boot to...
... boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Initialize System Management Mode Output one beep before boot Boot to...
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... board Hard disk drive System board See "Hibernation Mode" on page 30. Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from hibernation mode. Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms...
... board Hard disk drive System board See "Hibernation Mode" on page 30. Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from hibernation mode. Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms...