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These LOCALIZED FEATURES will not be covered in this printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have decided to provide you with all technical information relating to those given in the FRU list of this generic ...with further technical details. 2. You MUST use the list provided by your regional web or channel. add-on your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it supports, please read the following general information....
These LOCALIZED FEATURES will not be covered in this printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have decided to provide you with all technical information relating to those given in the FRU list of this generic ...with further technical details. 2. You MUST use the list provided by your regional web or channel. add-on your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it supports, please read the following general information....
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...Unit Failure 154 External Mouse Failure 155 Other Failures 155 Intermittent Problems 156 Undetermined Problems 156 POST Codes Tables 157 Sec 157 Memory 157 BDS & Specific action 158 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 159 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT 159... by Crisis Disk 166 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 167 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams 168 Main Module 168 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series FRU List 169 Screw List 175 Model Definition and Configuration 176 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series 176 Test Compatible Components 177 Microsoft® Windows® ...
...Unit Failure 154 External Mouse Failure 155 Other Failures 155 Intermittent Problems 156 Undetermined Problems 156 POST Codes Tables 157 Sec 157 Memory 157 BDS & Specific action 158 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 159 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT 159... by Crisis Disk 166 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 167 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams 168 Main Module 168 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series FRU List 169 Screw List 175 Model Definition and Configuration 176 Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series 176 Test Compatible Components 177 Microsoft® Windows® ...
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... PM45/GM45 Express Chipset* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5150/5350* System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many features: NOTE: Items marked with two built-in stereo...definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with * denote only selected models. System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDRIII 800/1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two SO-DIMM modules Display and graphics ...
... PM45/GM45 Express Chipset* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5150/5350* System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many features: NOTE: Items marked with two built-in stereo...definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with * denote only selected models. System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDRIII 800/1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two SO-DIMM modules Display and graphics ...
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...computer mouse. Puts your computer. No. 1 6 Icon Item 5-in-1 card reader Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. Note: Push to remove/install the card. For entering data into your computer .... Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Increase system...
...computer mouse. Puts your computer. No. 1 6 Icon Item 5-in-1 card reader Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. Note: Push to remove/install the card. For entering data into your computer .... Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left and right mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Increase system...
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Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9 Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Releases the battery for removal. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Locks the battery in position. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack.
Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9 Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Releases the battery for removal. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Locks the battery in position. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack.
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...on CPU 512 MB with various capacities to form other combinations. You may combine DIMMs with optional adjustable 128MB UMA VGA memory share from North Bridge You can install memory modules in any combination as long as they match the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 ...could be reversed. 20 Chapter 1 On above specifications Memory Combinations Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB...
...on CPU 512 MB with various capacities to form other combinations. You may combine DIMMs with optional adjustable 128MB UMA VGA memory share from North Bridge You can install memory modules in any combination as long as they match the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 ...could be reversed. 20 Chapter 1 On above specifications Memory Combinations Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB...
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... Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Specification Philips DS-8A2S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version...
... Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Specification Philips DS-8A2S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version...
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Super-Multi Combo Module (continued) Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage HLDS GT10N With CD Diskette Specification Sony AD7580S With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With ...
Super-Multi Combo Module (continued) Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (MB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage HLDS GT10N With CD Diskette Specification Sony AD7580S With DVD Diskette With CD Diskette With ...
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Blueray Combo Drive Item Manufacturer and Model Type Interface Data Transfer Modes Buffer Memory Size Maximum Write Speed Maximum Read Speed Formats Supported Power Supply Voltage Allowance Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR Drawer loading ...8x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Taiyo- Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK • CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage, Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips DVD Write • DVD+R Media (16x/8x/4x...
Blueray Combo Drive Item Manufacturer and Model Type Interface Data Transfer Modes Buffer Memory Size Maximum Write Speed Maximum Read Speed Formats Supported Power Supply Voltage Allowance Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR Drawer loading ...8x) Mitsubishi (Verbatim), Taiyo- Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK • CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage, Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips DVD Write • DVD+R Media (16x/8x/4x...
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... of the system. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). Sets the system date. This field reports the video Memory size. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to boot up ... Disabled Option: Enabled or Enabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: AHCI or IDE Chapter 2 31 Actual values may differ. Parameter System Time System Date Total Memory Video Memory Quick Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Sets the system time...
... of the system. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). Sets the system date. This field reports the video Memory size. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to boot up ... Disabled Option: Enabled or Enabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: AHCI or IDE Chapter 2 31 Actual values may differ. Parameter System Time System Date Total Memory Video Memory Quick Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Sets the system time...
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NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash utility. The flash utility has auto-execution function. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis ... flash utilities to run the Phlash utility. Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash utility. The flash utility has auto-execution function. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis ... flash utilities to run the Phlash utility. Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
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...following write examples (2 to 5) require a system reboot to take effect Example 1: Read DMI Information from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): eMachines xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, ...operating system (Windows, etc.). Execute dmitools.exe. The following messages show dmitools usage: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from memory • dmitools /wm xxxx ==> Write manufacturer name to EEPROM (max. 16 characters) • dmitools /wp xxxx ==> Write product...
...following write examples (2 to 5) require a system reboot to take effect Example 1: Read DMI Information from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): eMachines xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, ...operating system (Windows, etc.). Execute dmitools.exe. The following messages show dmitools usage: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from memory • dmitools /wm xxxx ==> Write manufacturer name to EEPROM (max. 16 characters) • dmitools /wp xxxx ==> Write product...
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... and CD/DVD discs. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is selected. If the Issue is by ...
... and CD/DVD discs. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is selected. If the Issue is by ...
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... Chapter 4 e. If HDD information is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If the computer is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts...
... Chapter 4 e. If HDD information is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If the computer is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts...
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.... 5. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to correct the problem. 1. e. Click Next. i. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Restore system and file settings from a command prompt. d. The System Recovery Options screen displays. Ensure all external devices. 2. f. For more information see Windows...
.... 5. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to correct the problem. 1. e. Click Next. i. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Restore system and file settings from a command prompt. d. The System Recovery Options screen displays. Ensure all external devices. 2. f. For more information see Windows...
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... MTRR setup Enable cache Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.INC) Code 0xA0 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14 0x15... sided and not asymmetric Verify all DIMMs are x8 or x16 width Find a common CAS latency between the DIMMS and the MCH Determine the memory frequency and CAS latency to program Determine the smallest common TRAS for all DIMMs Determine the smallest common TRP for all DIMMs Determine the smallest...
... MTRR setup Enable cache Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.INC) Code 0xA0 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14 0x15... sided and not asymmetric Verify all DIMMs are x8 or x16 width Find a common CAS latency between the DIMMS and the MCH Determine the memory frequency and CAS latency to program Determine the smallest common TRAS for all DIMMs Determine the smallest common TRP for all DIMMs Determine the smallest...
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... 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x43 Description Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers Enable all clocks on populated rows Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows Perform steps required after memory init Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable Enable RCOMP ...Aps Initialize SMM Private Data and relocate BSP SMBASE PC init begin at the stage1 Report every memory range do the hard ware ECC init Report status code of every memory range Get the root bridge handle Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource Reset the...
... 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x43 Description Enable DRAM Channel I/O Buffers Enable all clocks on populated rows Perform JEDEC memory initialization for all memory rows Perform steps required after memory init Program DRAM throttling and throttling event registers Setup DRAM control register for normal operation and enable Enable RCOMP ...Aps Initialize SMM Private Data and relocate BSP SMBASE PC init begin at the stage1 Report every memory range do the hard ware ECC init Report status code of every memory range Get the root bridge handle Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource Reset the...
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However, once it is cleared. Press F2 key to power on the system till BIOS POST finish. Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series provides one Hardware Open Gap on the HW Gap, and press Power Button to enter BIOS Setup menu. • If there is no... menu. Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Item Description R1290 Clear CMOS Jumper Location Memory bay Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. Chapter 2 165 Clearing Password Check...
However, once it is cleared. Press F2 key to power on the system till BIOS POST finish. Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series provides one Hardware Open Gap on the HW Gap, and press Power Button to enter BIOS Setup menu. • If there is no... menu. Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Item Description R1290 Clear CMOS Jumper Location Memory bay Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. Chapter 2 165 Clearing Password Check...
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Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams Main Module 1 2 3 10 7 4 8 3 11 5 6 12 9 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Switch Cover Keyboard Hinge Cover Left and Right Upper Cover Memory Door HDD Door Speaker Part No. 60.AD302.001 KB.INT00.261 42.AD302.003 60.AC602.001 42.AD302.005 42.AD302.004 23.AD302.001 Item 8 9 10 11 12 Description Media Board Mini Door Mainboard Part No. 55.AD302.003 42.AD302.006 MB.AD302.001 Thermal Module Lower Cover 60.AC702.001 60.AD302.003 168 Chapter 6
Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series Exploded Diagrams Main Module 1 2 3 10 7 4 8 3 11 5 6 12 9 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Switch Cover Keyboard Hinge Cover Left and Right Upper Cover Memory Door HDD Door Speaker Part No. 60.AD302.001 KB.INT00.261 42.AD302.003 60.AC602.001 42.AD302.005 42.AD302.004 23.AD302.001 Item 8 9 10 11 12 Description Media Board Mini Door Mainboard Part No. 55.AD302.003 42.AD302.006 MB.AD302.001 Thermal Module Lower Cover 60.AC702.001 60.AD302.003 168 Chapter 6
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Category Memory Heatsink Description Acer P/N RAM 512M DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3-CE6 RAM 512M DDRII 667 HYNIX HYMP164S64CP6-Y5 RAM 1G DDRII 667 NANYA NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C RAM 1G DDRII 667 ... ZK SCREW M 2.5D 5L K 5.5D ZK NL SCREW M2.5D 10.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK SCREW M M 3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI+ SCREW M M 2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI+ Acer P/N. 86.AD302.001 86.AD302.002 86.AD302.003 86.AD302.004 86.AD302.005 86.AD302.006 Chapter 6 175
Category Memory Heatsink Description Acer P/N RAM 512M DDRII 667 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3-CE6 RAM 512M DDRII 667 HYNIX HYMP164S64CP6-Y5 RAM 1G DDRII 667 NANYA NT1GT64UH8D0FN-3C RAM 1G DDRII 667 ... ZK SCREW M 2.5D 5L K 5.5D ZK NL SCREW M2.5D 10.0L K 5.5D 0.8T ZK SCREW M M 3.0D 3.0L K 4.9D NI+ SCREW M M 2.5D 3.2L K 6D NI+ Acer P/N. 86.AD302.001 86.AD302.002 86.AD302.003 86.AD302.004 86.AD302.005 86.AD302.006 Chapter 6 175