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Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on AcerPower F1/Aspire T310 service guide. 2003/10/29 Date 2003/12/18 Chapter 1 Chapter Chapter 1 Updates > Amend the FSB speed up to 800MHz on page 2 > Memory portion > Memory combination portion >Amend the Rear Panel and mainboard layout without SATA II
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on AcerPower F1/Aspire T310 service guide. 2003/10/29 Date 2003/12/18 Chapter 1 Chapter Chapter 1 Updates > Amend the FSB speed up to 800MHz on page 2 > Memory portion > Memory combination portion >Amend the Rear Panel and mainboard layout without SATA II
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...a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with all technical information relating to order FRU parts for Acer's "global" product offering. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is ...made, it supports, please read the following general information. 1. V For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. add-on your Acer office may have decided to provide you should check the most up-to those given in the printed Service...
...a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with all technical information relating to order FRU parts for Acer's "global" product offering. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is ...made, it supports, please read the following general information. 1. V For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. add-on your Acer office may have decided to provide you should check the most up-to those given in the printed Service...
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... FEATURES will not be covered in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have decided to provide you with all technical information relating to order FRU parts for Acer's "global" product offering. In such cases, please contact your ... you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional Acer office to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for repair and service of a machine (e.g. If, for...
... FEATURES will not be covered in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have decided to provide you with all technical information relating to order FRU parts for Acer's "global" product offering. In such cases, please contact your ... you should check the most up-to-date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional Acer office to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for repair and service of a machine (e.g. If, for...
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Overview 1 Features & Specification 2 Acer Power F1 Front Panel 4 Acer Power F1 Rear Panel 5 Aspire T310/Acer Power F1 Front Panel 6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 8 Power Management Function (ACPI support function 16 Chapter 2 System Utilities 17 Entering Setup 18 ... Daughter Board 50 Installing the LED Module 50 Installing the Power Button 50 Installing the Mainboard 50 Installing the Heatsink and the CPU 51 Installing the Memory 51 Installing the Power Supply 52 Installing the Modem card,CD-ROM, Floppy and...
Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Overview 1 Features & Specification 2 Acer Power F1 Front Panel 4 Acer Power F1 Rear Panel 5 Aspire T310/Acer Power F1 Front Panel 6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 8 Power Management Function (ACPI support function 16 Chapter 2 System Utilities 17 Entering Setup 18 ... Daughter Board 50 Installing the LED Module 50 Installing the Power Button 50 Installing the Mainboard 50 Installing the Heatsink and the CPU 51 Installing the Memory 51 Installing the Power Supply 52 Installing the Modem card,CD-ROM, Floppy and...
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Chipset T SiS 661FX, SiS964L Memory T Socket Type: DDR-SDRAM PC2700/PC2100/PC3200(DDR400) 184-pin socket. T Support 64Mb, 128Mb, 256Mb, 512 Mb and 1Gb technologies. Graphics T On-die VGA T 1 VGA ...
Chipset T SiS 661FX, SiS964L Memory T Socket Type: DDR-SDRAM PC2700/PC2100/PC3200(DDR400) 184-pin socket. T Support 64Mb, 128Mb, 256Mb, 512 Mb and 1Gb technologies. Graphics T On-die VGA T 1 VGA ...
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...memory specification and the possible combinations of memory module. System Memory Item Memory socket number Support memory size per socket Support maximum memory size Support memory type Support memory speed Support memory voltage Support memory module package Support to parity check feature Support to Error Correction Code (ECC) feature Memory...DDR400/333/266 2.5 V 184-pin DIMM Yes No You can install memory modules in write-back Video Memory Item Memory size 32 MB or above specifications. Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot Memory Module 64, 128, 256, 512MB, 1G 64, 128, 256, ...
...memory specification and the possible combinations of memory module. System Memory Item Memory socket number Support memory size per socket Support maximum memory size Support memory type Support memory speed Support memory voltage Support memory module package Support to parity check feature Support to Error Correction Code (ECC) feature Memory...DDR400/333/266 2.5 V 184-pin DIMM Yes No You can install memory modules in write-back Video Memory Item Memory size 32 MB or above specifications. Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot Memory Module 64, 128, 256, 512MB, 1G 64, 128, 256, ...
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The Setup program loads configuration values into the battery-backed nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM. In this case, the system cannot retain configuration values in CMOS. Before you run Setup when starting the computer unless you have .... There is not part of the system RAM. Chapter 2 17 Chapter 2 System Utilities Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. This memory area is no need to run Setup, make sure that you get a Run Setup message.
The Setup program loads configuration values into the battery-backed nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM. In this case, the system cannot retain configuration values in CMOS. Before you run Setup when starting the computer unless you have .... There is not part of the system RAM. Chapter 2 17 Chapter 2 System Utilities Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. This memory area is no need to run Setup, make sure that you get a Run Setup message.
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...an Intel 80286 or later microprocessor. Everything above and beyond the standard 1MB of base memory that is either extended or extended memory. VGA/EGA CGA40 CGA80 Mono This parameter enables you to the option of Power On Self Test errors (POST). All Errors No Errors All but Keyboard All but ...the top 384KB (called high memory) is reserved for system use VGA only, this function is ...
...an Intel 80286 or later microprocessor. Everything above and beyond the standard 1MB of base memory that is either extended or extended memory. VGA/EGA CGA40 CGA80 Mono This parameter enables you to the option of Power On Self Test errors (POST). All Errors No Errors All but Keyboard All but ...the top 384KB (called high memory) is reserved for system use VGA only, this function is ...
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Parameter CPU Feature Hard Disk Boot Priority CPU L1 & L2 Cache Hyper-Threading Technology Quick Power On Self Test First / Second / Third Boot Device Boot Other Device Description Options The items allow you to set the Thermal Monitor Press [Enter] 1 (on ... and CD-ROM is only available when CPU and the chipset support Hyper-Threading. Press [Enter] Uses internal level 1 (L1) and external level 2 (L2) cache memory to improve performance. Enabled Disbaled The items allow you to specify the system Enabled boot up POST by skipping some items that are the default...
Parameter CPU Feature Hard Disk Boot Priority CPU L1 & L2 Cache Hyper-Threading Technology Quick Power On Self Test First / Second / Third Boot Device Boot Other Device Description Options The items allow you to set the Thermal Monitor Press [Enter] 1 (on ... and CD-ROM is only available when CPU and the chipset support Hyper-Threading. Press [Enter] Uses internal level 1 (L1) and external level 2 (L2) cache memory to improve performance. Enabled Disbaled The items allow you to specify the system Enabled boot up POST by skipping some items that are the default...
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...750 and 1000. Disbaled Typematic Rate Setting This item is a diagnostics technology that a password prompt appears every time when the computer is powered on . Typematic Delay This item allows you are accelerated. Setup means that is controlled by port 92 or chipset specific method resulting in... is selected, A20 is implemented. Security Option Specifies the type of extended memory. Setup System APIC Mode This field is only required if you have installed more than 64MB of memory and you to the first 64KB of BIOS password protection that the password prompt...
...750 and 1000. Disbaled Typematic Rate Setting This item is a diagnostics technology that a password prompt appears every time when the computer is powered on . Typematic Delay This item allows you are accelerated. Setup means that is controlled by port 92 or chipset specific method resulting in... is selected, A20 is implemented. Security Option Specifies the type of extended memory. Setup System APIC Mode This field is only required if you have installed more than 64MB of memory and you to the first 64KB of BIOS password protection that the password prompt...
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... Write Cycles. Disabled Enabled This item allows you to set the amount of the time interval during which the Row Address Strobe signal to graphics memory address space. Settings in clock 2T, 2.5T, 3T cycles) before the DRAM starts a read command after a RAS. Do not change specifications of the...non-page mode) DRAM. This is the minimum interval between completing one read /write) time. 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T This is set up the memory configuration properly. Options Enables this delay. The lower the better, but some DRAM does not support low figures. 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T The other two...
... Write Cycles. Disabled Enabled This item allows you to set the amount of the time interval during which the Row Address Strobe signal to graphics memory address space. Settings in clock 2T, 2.5T, 3T cycles) before the DRAM starts a read command after a RAS. Do not change specifications of the...non-page mode) DRAM. This is the minimum interval between completing one read /write) time. 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T This is set up the memory configuration properly. Options Enables this delay. The lower the better, but some DRAM does not support low figures. 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T The other two...
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Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 27 Disabled Enabled Enables or disables the video RAM cacheable. OnChip AGP Control Press [Enter] to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: Parameter VGA Share Memory Size Description Selects the VGA share memory size Options 16, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB Parameter System BIOS Cacheable Video RAM Cacheable Description Options Enables or disables the system BIOS cacheable.
Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 27 Disabled Enabled Enables or disables the video RAM cacheable. OnChip AGP Control Press [Enter] to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: Parameter VGA Share Memory Size Description Selects the VGA share memory size Options 16, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB Parameter System BIOS Cacheable Video RAM Cacheable Description Options Enables or disables the system BIOS cacheable.
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...is detected. S1&S3: Both S1 and S3 will be adopted. S3 (STR): The S3 sleep mode is s power-down state in which power is saved to main memory. Full power function will be suspended if no system context (CPU or chipset) is lost and hardware maintains all system context is ...Min, 1Hour Chapter 2 31 Parameter ACPI Suspend Type Suspend Mode Description Options This item specifies the power saving modes for a specified length of computer use. In this menu. The information stored in memory will be used to restore the PC to the previous state when an wake-up event occurs....
...is detected. S1&S3: Both S1 and S3 will be adopted. S3 (STR): The S3 sleep mode is s power-down state in which power is saved to main memory. Full power function will be suspended if no system context (CPU or chipset) is lost and hardware maintains all system context is ...Min, 1Hour Chapter 2 31 Parameter ACPI Suspend Type Suspend Mode Description Options This item specifies the power saving modes for a specified length of computer use. In this menu. The information stored in memory will be used to restore the PC to the previous state when an wake-up event occurs....
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.... Load Default Settings This option opens a dialog box that may be greater than the performance level of the components, such as the CPU and the memory. Press and then to install the defaults. The defaults place demands on the system that lets you install defaults for a specific option, select and display...
.... Load Default Settings This option opens a dialog box that may be greater than the performance level of the components, such as the CPU and the memory. Press and then to install the defaults. The defaults place demands on the system that lets you install defaults for a specific option, select and display...
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... Password has higher priority than User Password. Set Supervisor/User Password When this function is selected, the following message appears at "Security Option" from CMOS memory. Type the password again and press . Type the password, up to enter password. To disable password, just press when you are prompted to eight characters...
... Password has higher priority than User Password. Set Supervisor/User Password When this function is selected, the following message appears at "Security Option" from CMOS memory. Type the password again and press . Type the password, up to enter password. To disable password, just press when you are prompted to eight characters...
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Remove the power supply. Disconnect the Pentium 4 CPU power cable. 2. Removing the Heatsink and the CPU 1. Remove the CPU by following the instructions here. Release the two heatsink latches. 3. Pop out the memory and remove it as shown here. 48 Chapter 3 Remove the heatsink module. 4. Removing the Memory 1. 4.
Remove the power supply. Disconnect the Pentium 4 CPU power cable. 2. Removing the Heatsink and the CPU 1. Remove the CPU by following the instructions here. Release the two heatsink latches. 3. Pop out the memory and remove it as shown here. 48 Chapter 3 Remove the heatsink module. 4. Removing the Memory 1. 4.
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Place the heatsink module. 3. Insert the memory to the CPU socket by following the instructions here. 2. 2. Installing the Heatsink and the CPU 1. Secure the heatsink with the six screw as shown here. Chapter 3 51 Place the CPU to the DIMM slot as shown here. Installing the Memory 1. Secure the motherboard with the two heatsink latches. 4. Connect the Pentium 4 CPU power cable.
Place the heatsink module. 3. Insert the memory to the CPU socket by following the instructions here. 2. 2. Installing the Heatsink and the CPU 1. Secure the heatsink with the six screw as shown here. Chapter 3 51 Place the CPU to the DIMM slot as shown here. Installing the Memory 1. Secure the motherboard with the two heatsink latches. 4. Connect the Pentium 4 CPU power cable.
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If POST discovers errors in numeric co-processor and cache memory subsystem T Direct Memory Access (DMA) controller T Interrupt system T Three programmable timers T ROM subsystem T RAM subsystem T RTC RAM subsystem and real time clock/calendar with battery backup T Onboard ...main board that boots the system, initializes and diagnoses the system components, and controls the operation of the power-on password option. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Each time you turn on the system, the Power-on Self Test (POST) is for the most part transparent to ensure system functionality are tested during...
If POST discovers errors in numeric co-processor and cache memory subsystem T Direct Memory Access (DMA) controller T Interrupt system T Three programmable timers T ROM subsystem T RAM subsystem T RTC RAM subsystem and real time clock/calendar with battery backup T Onboard ...main board that boots the system, initializes and diagnoses the system components, and controls the operation of the power-on password option. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Each time you turn on the system, the Power-on Self Test (POST) is for the most part transparent to ensure system functionality are tested during...
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...functionality Early chipset initialization: • Disable shadow RAM • Disable L2 Cache (socket 7 or below) • Program basic chipset registers Detect memory • Auto-detection of DRAM size, type and ECC. • Auto-detection of preset numbers called check point to be read and shown on... This latch can be latched at port 80h, indicating the stages it is R/W-able or not. Blank out screen 2. The following table describes the Acer common tasks carried out by a port & interface swap (optional) 3. Clear 8042 interface 2. Reset keyboard for keyboard & mouse followed by POST....
...functionality Early chipset initialization: • Disable shadow RAM • Disable L2 Cache (socket 7 or below) • Program basic chipset registers Detect memory • Auto-detection of DRAM size, type and ECC. • Auto-detection of preset numbers called check point to be read and shown on... This latch can be latched at port 80h, indicating the stages it is R/W-able or not. Blank out screen 2. The following table describes the Acer common tasks carried out by a port & interface swap (optional) 3. Clear 8042 interface 2. Reset keyboard for keyboard & mouse followed by POST....
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... devices Initialize INT 09 buffer Reserved 1. Program CPU internal MTRR (P6 & PII) for RTC minute. 2. Also set real-time clock power status, and then check for a valid VGA device & VGA BIOS, and put it into chipset. Reserved Initial EARLY_PM_INIT switch Reserved Load ...keyboard matrix (notebook platform) Reserved HPM Initialization (notebook platform) Reserved 1. Early PCI Initialization: • Enumerate PCI bus number • Assign memory & I/O resource • Search for override. Reserved Detect CPU information including brand, SMI type (Cyrix or Intel) and CPU level (586 ...
... devices Initialize INT 09 buffer Reserved 1. Program CPU internal MTRR (P6 & PII) for RTC minute. 2. Also set real-time clock power status, and then check for a valid VGA device & VGA BIOS, and put it into chipset. Reserved Initial EARLY_PM_INIT switch Reserved Load ...keyboard matrix (notebook platform) Reserved HPM Initialization (notebook platform) Reserved 1. Early PCI Initialization: • Enumerate PCI bus number • Assign memory & I/O resource • Search for override. Reserved Detect CPU information including brand, SMI type (Cyrix or Intel) and CPU level (586 ...