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... 24 Removing the Side Panel 24 Removing the Front 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... 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
... 24 Removing the Side Panel 24 Removing the Front 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... 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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...System BIOS Power management Audio Item Audio codec Audio jacks Description • 9-in jacks • Hard drive activity • Power status 2 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide xD-Picture Card (xD) - Microphone jack - USB ports (five) - Memory Stick PRO card slot • Rear ...0b (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) standard • S0, S1, S2 and S5 sleep states support • On-board device power management support • On-board device configuration support Description • Realtek ALC888S 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec, or • Realtek ALC662 5.1 Channel...
...System BIOS Power management Audio Item Audio codec Audio jacks Description • 9-in jacks • Hard drive activity • Power status 2 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide xD-Picture Card (xD) - Microphone jack - USB ports (five) - Memory Stick PRO card slot • Rear ...0b (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) standard • S0, S1, S2 and S5 sleep states support • On-board device power management support • On-board device configuration support Description • Realtek ALC888S 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec, or • Realtek ALC662 5.1 Channel...
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...all of 32-bit hardware and 32-bit operating systems that support the Physical Address Extension method. This is physically installed. When a GPU expansion board is installed, you have the option to select which is a limitation of the memory between the 2 GB and 4 GB limits to have ...is allotted. Value Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Auto PCIE Onboard PCI Auto 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 13 When a GPU expansion board is installed, you can select how the system video memory (frame buffer) is : PCIE, Onboard, then PCI. Advanced...
...all of 32-bit hardware and 32-bit operating systems that support the Physical Address Extension method. This is physically installed. When a GPU expansion board is installed, you have the option to select which is a limitation of the memory between the 2 GB and 4 GB limits to have ...is allotted. Value Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Auto PCIE Onboard PCI Auto 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 13 When a GPU expansion board is installed, you can select how the system video memory (frame buffer) is : PCIE, Onboard, then PCI. Advanced...
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Gently pull up the expansion board to remove it from the expansion board bracket opposite the PCIEX2 slot. 2. Remove the screw from the mainboard. 34 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Removing the Expansion Boards 1.
Gently pull up the expansion board to remove it from the expansion board bracket opposite the PCIEX2 slot. 2. Remove the screw from the mainboard. 34 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Removing the Expansion Boards 1.
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3. Remove the screw from the mainboard. Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 35 Gently pull up the expansion board to remove it from the expansion board bracket opposite the PCI_1 slot. 4.
3. Remove the screw from the mainboard. Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 35 Gently pull up the expansion board to remove it from the expansion board bracket opposite the PCI_1 slot. 4.
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a. Remove the front I/O and optional card reader board bracket. 40 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Pull the optional card reader assembly out of the bracket. 4. b. Remove the optional card reader assembly. 3. Remove the two screws that secure the optional card reader assembly to the bracket.
a. Remove the front I/O and optional card reader board bracket. 40 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Pull the optional card reader assembly out of the bracket. 4. b. Remove the optional card reader assembly. 3. Remove the two screws that secure the optional card reader assembly to the bracket.
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Note:Circuit boards >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. Please detach the Circuit boards and follow local regulations for disposal. Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 43 Remove the four screws that secure the mainboard to the chassis. Removing the Mainboard 1.
Note:Circuit boards >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as above image shows. Please detach the Circuit boards and follow local regulations for disposal. Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 43 Remove the four screws that secure the mainboard to the chassis. Removing the Mainboard 1.
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Note:RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Please detach the RTC battery and follow local regulations for disposal. 44 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Lift the board from the chassis. 3. 2. Remove the RTC battery.
Note:RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Please detach the RTC battery and follow local regulations for disposal. 44 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Lift the board from the chassis. 3. 2. Remove the RTC battery.
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... 5. Verify the bootblock checksum. Disable CACHE before system memory is currently executing. Verify that the processor, memory module(s), and expansion board(s) are ISA or PCI add-in PCI devices. If memory sizing module not executed, start memory refresh and do memory sizing in ...connectors. 9. Place the computer on CPUID value in page 24. 6. Set stack. 46 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Verify that all peripherals. 2. Power on system configuration. Checkpoints are Acer-qualified and supported. 10. Viewing BIOS Checkpoints Viewing all power and data cables are firmly...
... 5. Verify the bootblock checksum. Disable CACHE before system memory is currently executing. Verify that the processor, memory module(s), and expansion board(s) are ISA or PCI add-in PCI devices. If memory sizing module not executed, start memory refresh and do memory sizing in ...connectors. 9. Place the computer on CPUID value in page 24. 6. Set stack. 46 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Verify that all peripherals. 2. Power on system configuration. Checkpoints are Acer-qualified and supported. 10. Viewing BIOS Checkpoints Viewing all power and data cables are firmly...
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... mentioned in the system Initializes the interrupt controlling hardware (generally PIC) and interrupt vector table. Initializes the 8042 compatible Key Board Controller. See DIM Code Checkpoints section for displaying text information. Also, Check for IRQ1. The following table describes the type... different devices through DIM. Initializes different devices. Give control to ADM module for total memory installed in the system. 48 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Detects the presence of Keyboard in KBC port. The BAT test is bad, update CMOS with power-on...
... mentioned in the system Initializes the interrupt controlling hardware (generally PIC) and interrupt vector table. Initializes the 8042 compatible Key Board Controller. See DIM Code Checkpoints section for displaying text information. Also, Check for IRQ1. The following table describes the type... different devices through DIM. Initializes different devices. Give control to ADM module for total memory installed in the system. 48 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Detects the presence of Keyboard in KBC port. The BAT test is bad, update CMOS with power-on...
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...removed devices one at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD/DVD-ROM drive • Expansion boards 4. Beep Codes When no error message is wrong with the mainboard. CMOS ... short beep Two short beeps. BIOS damaged. Determine if the problem has been resolved. 6. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. 60 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Processor jump to boot block to isolate the failing FRU. Power off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect all attached devices ...
...removed devices one at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD/DVD-ROM drive • Expansion boards 4. Beep Codes When no error message is wrong with the mainboard. CMOS ... short beep Two short beeps. BIOS damaged. Determine if the problem has been resolved. 6. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. 60 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide Processor jump to boot block to isolate the failing FRU. Power off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect all attached devices ...
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Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 67 System Architecture Chapter 5 This chapter shows the block diagram and board layout of the Aspire AX1400 computer are depicted in the following block diagram. Block Diagram The core subsystems of the Aspire AX1400 computer.
Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 67 System Architecture Chapter 5 This chapter shows the block diagram and board layout of the Aspire AX1400 computer are depicted in the following block diagram. Block Diagram The core subsystems of the Aspire AX1400 computer.
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Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 69 When setting a jumper, ensure that the jumper caps are numbered. Place the jumper cap on the correct pins. The following table ... Clear CMOS (JBIOS1) jumper. Jumpers with more than one pin are placed on pins 1 and 2 to set the jumper for correct configuration of the main board. Place the jumper cap on pins 2 and 3 to turn off the system. Jumper Setting This section explains how to close or short the jumper.
Aspire AX1400 Service Guide 69 When setting a jumper, ensure that the jumper caps are numbered. Place the jumper cap on the correct pins. The following table ... Clear CMOS (JBIOS1) jumper. Jumpers with more than one pin are placed on pins 1 and 2 to set the jumper for correct configuration of the main board. Place the jumper cap on pins 2 and 3 to turn off the system. Jumper Setting This section explains how to close or short the jumper.
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...Signal Name 1 Ground 3 TX- 5 RX- 7 Ground Pin Signal Name 2 TX+ 4 Ground 6 RX+ 72 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide It elimi-nates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register com-patibility and software compatibility ...Name Function ATX12V CONN Definition 1: GND 2: GND 3: +12V_4P 4: +12V_4P Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the main board's optional devices: SATA1~2: Serial ATA connectors These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest datatransfer rates (3.0 Gb...
...Signal Name 1 Ground 3 TX- 5 RX- 7 Ground Pin Signal Name 2 TX+ 4 Ground 6 RX+ 72 Aspire AX1400 Service Guide It elimi-nates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register com-patibility and software compatibility ...Name Function ATX12V CONN Definition 1: GND 2: GND 3: +12V_4P 4: +12V_4P Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the main board's optional devices: SATA1~2: Serial ATA connectors These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest datatransfer rates (3.0 Gb...
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...9 overview 7 Standard CMOS Features menu 11 connectivity Index options 1 specifications 90 D DIM checkpoints 50 disassembly procedures card reader assembly 38 expansion 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 Unit, see FRU list 77 front bezel remove 25, 33 FRU list components ...
...9 overview 7 Standard CMOS Features menu 11 connectivity Index options 1 specifications 90 D DIM checkpoints 50 disassembly procedures card reader assembly 38 expansion 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 Unit, see FRU list 77 front bezel remove 25, 33 FRU list components ...
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... 68 mainboard component identification 68 remove 43 specifications 3 troubleshooting 56 memory check size 10 remove 36 specifications 89 troubleshooting 56 microphone jack front 5 modem board troubleshooting 58 monitor port 5 O ODD, see optical disc drive 1 operating system 1 optical disc drive configuration 11 remove 29 specifications 90 troubleshooting 57 OS support 1 P PC ...
... 68 mainboard component identification 68 remove 43 specifications 3 troubleshooting 56 memory check size 10 remove 36 specifications 89 troubleshooting 56 microphone jack front 5 modem board troubleshooting 58 monitor port 5 O ODD, see optical disc drive 1 operating system 1 optical disc drive configuration 11 remove 29 specifications 90 troubleshooting 57 OS support 1 P PC ...