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... Bezel 25 Removing the HDD-ODD Bracket 28 Removing the Front Bezel 33 Removing the Expansion Boards 34 Removing the Memory Modules 36 Removing the Power Supply Unit 36 Removing the Front I/O and Optional Card Reader Assemblies 38 Removing the Mainboard 43 Troubleshooting 45 Hardware Diagnostic Procedure 45 System Check Procedures 45... Jumper Setting 69 Internal header pin definition 70 Connecting Optional Devices 72 Connecting Case Components 74 Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) List 77 Exploded Diagram 77 Aspire AX1400 FRU List 78 vii
... Bezel 25 Removing the HDD-ODD Bracket 28 Removing the Front Bezel 33 Removing the Expansion Boards 34 Removing the Memory Modules 36 Removing the Power Supply Unit 36 Removing the Front I/O and Optional Card Reader Assemblies 38 Removing the Mainboard 43 Troubleshooting 45 Hardware Diagnostic Procedure 45 System Check Procedures 45... Jumper Setting 69 Internal header pin definition 70 Connecting Optional Devices 72 Connecting Case Components 74 Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) List 77 Exploded Diagram 77 Aspire AX1400 FRU List 78 vii
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Table of Contents Technical Specifications 88 Processor 88 Chipsets 88 BIOS 88 Memory 89 Hard Disk Drive 89 Optical Disc Drive 90 Card Reader (optional 90 Gigabit Ethernet 90 Audio 90 Power Supply Unit 91 Power Management 91 Index ...93 viii
Table of Contents Technical Specifications 88 Processor 88 Chipsets 88 BIOS 88 Memory 89 Hard Disk Drive 89 Optical Disc Drive 90 Card Reader (optional 90 Gigabit Ethernet 90 Audio 90 Power Supply Unit 91 Power Management 91 Index ...93 viii
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Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO) AVerMedia H751 PCI-E Hybrid Analog/ATSC Card 220 W power supply unit (non-PFC, non-power factor correction) 220 W power supply unit (PFC) Norton Internet Security • AMI BIOS with 8 MB SPI ROM • Supports ACPI revision 2.0 ... - CF card slot - Component Card reader (optional) TV tuner (optional) Power supply Antivirus software System BIOS Power management Audio Item Audio codec Audio jacks Description • 9-in jacks • Hard drive activity • Power status 2 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Headphone jack - Memory Stick PRO card slot • Rear...
Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO) AVerMedia H751 PCI-E Hybrid Analog/ATSC Card 220 W power supply unit (non-PFC, non-power factor correction) 220 W power supply unit (PFC) Norton Internet Security • AMI BIOS with 8 MB SPI ROM • Supports ACPI revision 2.0 ... - CF card slot - Component Card reader (optional) TV tuner (optional) Power supply Antivirus software System BIOS Power management Audio Item Audio codec Audio jacks Description • 9-in jacks • Hard drive activity • Power status 2 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Headphone jack - Memory Stick PRO card slot • Rear...
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Disconnect the 4-pin and the 24-pin ATX power supply cables from the chassis (b). Grasp the cable end of the connector. Removing the Power Supply Unit 1. b. a. Open the holding clips (a) securing the memory modules. 2. Gently pull the DIMM upward to the cable end of the connector and pull it away from its mainboard connector. Squeeze on the retaining latch (a) attached to pull it straight up (b). 36 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Removing the Memory Modules 1.
Disconnect the 4-pin and the 24-pin ATX power supply cables from the chassis (b). Grasp the cable end of the connector. Removing the Power Supply Unit 1. b. a. Open the holding clips (a) securing the memory modules. 2. Gently pull the DIMM upward to the cable end of the connector and pull it away from its mainboard connector. Squeeze on the retaining latch (a) attached to pull it straight up (b). 36 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Removing the Memory Modules 1.
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Remove the three screws that secures the power supply to the rear panel. Remove the screw that secure the power supply to the chassis. 3. Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 37 2.
Remove the three screws that secures the power supply to the rear panel. Remove the screw that secure the power supply to the chassis. 3. Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 37 2.
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Lift the power supply module out of the chassis. Removing the Front I /O and optional card reader cables from their mainboard connectors. 38 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Disconnect the front I /O and Optional Card Reader Assemblies 1. 4.
Lift the power supply module out of the chassis. Removing the Front I /O and optional card reader cables from their mainboard connectors. 38 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Disconnect the front I /O and Optional Card Reader Assemblies 1. 4.
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...section to diagnose a problem: 1. Its reading should be +12Vdc. In Windows saving mode when the Power Management systems, check settings in Power Management Property of Mode is indicated, the first Action/FRU item listed in the left column. 2. system...Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Messages To use the information in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on , measure the voltage of the processor fan connector. If directed to Enabled. then reboot the system. • Memory module • Mainboard System works but power supply...
...section to diagnose a problem: 1. Its reading should be +12Vdc. In Windows saving mode when the Power Management systems, check settings in Power Management Property of Mode is indicated, the first Action/FRU item listed in the left column. 2. system...Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Messages To use the information in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on , measure the voltage of the processor fan connector. If directed to Enabled. then reboot the system. • Memory module • Mainboard System works but power supply...
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...the computer, just above the connector for the power cable) is not set to Instant-off the system.) Pressing the power button does not turn on the system Executing software shutdown from Recovery CD. • Power supply • Mainboard Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 59 Action/FRU • ...Ensure the Soft-off by PWR-BTTN in CMOS Setup (under Power Management) is not set...
...the computer, just above the connector for the power cable) is not set to Instant-off the system.) Pressing the power button does not turn on the system Executing software shutdown from Recovery CD. • Power supply • Mainboard Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 59 Action/FRU • ...Ensure the Soft-off by PWR-BTTN in CMOS Setup (under Power Management) is not set...
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... 60 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide CMOS failure Possible Causes System is OK. • Something is displayed but the computer stops during POST, listen for damage. Power off the computer. 2. BIOS damaged. If any problems are supported by the computer. • Verify that the power supply being ...used at a time). If the problem persists, replace the mainboard, and then LCD assembly (one at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices...
... 60 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide CMOS failure Possible Causes System is OK. • Something is displayed but the computer stops during POST, listen for damage. Power off the computer. 2. BIOS damaged. If any problems are supported by the computer. • Verify that the power supply being ...used at a time). If the problem persists, replace the mainboard, and then LCD assembly (one at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices...
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Refer to PWR2. 3. Connect the standard power supply connector to the following: 1. Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to PWR1. Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting themotherboard components. CPUFAN1: CPU Cooling Fan Power Connector Pin Signal Name 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 PWM Function System ground Power +12V Sensor PWM 74 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to the LEDH1. 4. Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPUFAN1. 2.
Refer to PWR2. 3. Connect the standard power supply connector to the following: 1. Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to PWR1. Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting themotherboard components. CPUFAN1: CPU Cooling Fan Power Connector Pin Signal Name 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 PWM Function System ground Power +12V Sensor PWM 74 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to the LEDH1. 4. Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPUFAN1. 2.
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...RoHS (PFC) • Lite-On - DPS-220UB-2 B (FR) • Lite-On - PS-5221-06A1-RoHS (non-PFC) • Lite-On - Power Supply Unit Item Vendor and Model Input Output (max.) Connectors Specification • Delta - CPB09-D220R (non-PFC) • CP - PS-5221-9AE-RoHS (FR) ... ~/3.15A 50-60 Hz 220 W • 1 x 20/24-pin ATX connector • 1 x 4-pin ATX connector • 2 x SATA connectors Power Management Devices Power Button USB Keyboard/Mouse PME RCT WOR S1 V V Disabled Disabled Disabled S3 V V Disabled Disabled Disabled S4 V N/A Disabled Disabled Disabled S5 V N/A Disabled ...
...RoHS (PFC) • Lite-On - DPS-220UB-2 B (FR) • Lite-On - PS-5221-06A1-RoHS (non-PFC) • Lite-On - Power Supply Unit Item Vendor and Model Input Output (max.) Connectors Specification • Delta - CPB09-D220R (non-PFC) • CP - PS-5221-9AE-RoHS (FR) ... ~/3.15A 50-60 Hz 220 W • 1 x 20/24-pin ATX connector • 1 x 4-pin ATX connector • 2 x SATA connectors Power Management Devices Power Button USB Keyboard/Mouse PME RCT WOR S1 V V Disabled Disabled Disabled S3 V V Disabled Disabled Disabled S4 V N/A Disabled Disabled Disabled S5 V N/A Disabled ...
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... 2 Advanced BIOS Features menu 12 Advanced Configuration Power Interface specifications 2 antivirus software 2 audio headphone jack 4 microphone jack, front 5 specifications 90 troubleshooting 58 B beep codes 60 BIOS checkpoints 46 clear CMOS 66 crisis recovery ... board 34 front bezel 25, 33 front I/O assembly 38 hard disk drive 29 HDD-ODD bracket 28 mainboard 43 memory 36 optical disc drive 29 power supply unit 36 side panel 24 tools 23 E environmental requirements 3 Ethernet port specifications 90 expansion slots expansion board, remove 34 specifications 1 exploded view 77 F Field Replaceable...
... 2 Advanced BIOS Features menu 12 Advanced Configuration Power Interface specifications 2 antivirus software 2 audio headphone jack 4 microphone jack, front 5 specifications 90 troubleshooting 58 B beep codes 60 BIOS checkpoints 46 clear CMOS 66 crisis recovery ... board 34 front bezel 25, 33 front I/O assembly 38 hard disk drive 29 HDD-ODD bracket 28 mainboard 43 memory 36 optical disc drive 29 power supply unit 36 side panel 24 tools 23 E environmental requirements 3 Ethernet port specifications 90 expansion slots expansion board, remove 34 specifications 1 exploded view 77 F Field Replaceable...
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... Self-Test beep codes 60 checkpoints 48 error messages 50 processor check type/speed 10 specifications 88 troubleshooting 56 PSU, see power supply unit 36 R Return Merchandise Authorization 77 RMA, see Return Merchandise Authorization 77 RTC battery BIOS error 7 RTC clock troubleshooting 58 S Save... 2 operating system 1 specifications audio 90 card reader 90 Ethernet 90 hard disk drive 89 memory 89 optical disc drive 90 power management 91 power supply unit 91 processor 88 system BIOS 88 system chipsets 88 Standard CMOS Features menu 11 supervisor password 18 system architecture 67 system ...
... Self-Test beep codes 60 checkpoints 48 error messages 50 processor check type/speed 10 specifications 88 troubleshooting 56 PSU, see power supply unit 36 R Return Merchandise Authorization 77 RMA, see Return Merchandise Authorization 77 RTC battery BIOS error 7 RTC clock troubleshooting 58 S Save... 2 operating system 1 specifications audio 90 card reader 90 Ethernet 90 hard disk drive 89 memory 89 optical disc drive 90 power management 91 power supply unit 91 processor 88 system BIOS 88 system chipsets 88 Standard CMOS Features menu 11 supervisor password 18 system architecture 67 system ...