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... Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 Your Acer Notebook tour 7 Aspire 3620 front View 7 TravelMate 2420 front view 8 Closed Front View 9 Left View 10 Right View 10 Rear Panel 11 Bottom Panel 11 Indicators 12 Easy-...Flash Utility 48 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 49 General Information 50 Before You Begin 50 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery Pack 53 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the Memory/ the ODD Module and the LCD Module 54 Removing the...
... Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 Your Acer Notebook tour 7 Aspire 3620 front View 7 TravelMate 2420 front view 8 Closed Front View 9 Left View 10 Right View 10 Rear Panel 11 Bottom Panel 11 Indicators 12 Easy-...Flash Utility 48 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 49 General Information 50 Before You Begin 50 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery Pack 53 Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the Memory/ the ODD Module and the LCD Module 54 Removing the...
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Board Layout Top View 1 SW1 2 LEDB1 3 KB1 4 TPAD1 Switch LED Board Cable Connector Keyboard Connector Touchpad Cable Connector 7 BLUE1 8 U39 9 RTC1 10 U40 5 LCD1 LCD Cable Connector 11 SPKR1 6 LAUNCH1 Launch Board Cable Connector Bluetooth Cable Connector LAN Connector: RTL8100CL RTC Battery Connector Keyboard Controller: ENE CB1410QF Speaker Set Cable Connector 4 Chapter 1
Board Layout Top View 1 SW1 2 LEDB1 3 KB1 4 TPAD1 Switch LED Board Cable Connector Keyboard Connector Touchpad Cable Connector 7 BLUE1 8 U39 9 RTC1 10 U40 5 LCD1 LCD Cable Connector 11 SPKR1 6 LAUNCH1 Launch Board Cable Connector Bluetooth Cable Connector LAN Connector: RTL8100CL RTC Battery Connector Keyboard Controller: ENE CB1410QF Speaker Set Cable Connector 4 Chapter 1
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... Modem Cable Connector 1 6 CRT1 External Display Port 7 MDC Modem Board Connector 8 U41 CPU Socket 9 U38 North Bridge () 10 FAN1 System Fan Cable Connector 11 BAT1 Battery Connector 12 U South Bridge () 13 ODD1 ODD Connector 14 WIN1 Wireless LAN Card Slotr 15 DM1 DIMM Slot1 16 DM3 DIMM Slot2 17 U44 Keyboard...
... Modem Cable Connector 1 6 CRT1 External Display Port 7 MDC Modem Board Connector 8 U41 CPU Socket 9 U38 North Bridge () 10 FAN1 System Fan Cable Connector 11 BAT1 Battery Connector 12 U South Bridge () 13 ODD1 ODD Connector 14 WIN1 Wireless LAN Card Slotr 15 DM1 DIMM Slot1 16 DM3 DIMM Slot2 17 U44 Keyboard...
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... walkman). 5 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 6 Headphones/ Connects to enable/disable Wireless function. # Icon Itemcinodmicmatuonrication buttonD/ esLLcrAigipNhttsicootnomimnduinciactaetitohness. with S/PDIF support 7 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 8 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status 9 Latch Locks and release the lid. tatus of Bluetoothcommunications. 2 Wireless Press to audio line-out...
... walkman). 5 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 6 Headphones/ Connects to enable/disable Wireless function. # Icon Itemcinodmicmatuonrication buttonD/ esLLcrAigipNhttsicootnomimnduinciactaetitohness. with S/PDIF support 7 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 8 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status 9 Latch Locks and release the lid. tatus of Bluetoothcommunications. 2 Wireless Press to audio line-out...
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Chapter 1 11 Helps keep the computer cool. Powers the computer # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan Description Locks the battery in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Bottom Panel Description Connects to an AC adapter. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 Rear Panel Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in position. Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
Chapter 1 11 Helps keep the computer cool. Powers the computer # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan Description Locks the battery in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Bottom Panel Description Connects to an AC adapter. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 Rear Panel Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in position. Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
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Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. 12 Chapter 1 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Release the battery for removal. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel.
Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. 12 Chapter 1 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Release the battery for removal. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel.
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...the hard disc or optical drive is on. Press " " to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Lights up when the battery is activated. Easy-Launch Buttons Located above the keyboard are : mail Web browser, Empowering Key " "and one user-programmable button. They are four ...buttons. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. These buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the...
...the hard disc or optical drive is on. Press " " to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Lights up when the battery is activated. Easy-Launch Buttons Located above the keyboard are : mail Web browser, Empowering Key " "and one user-programmable button. They are four ...buttons. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. These buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the...
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...being accessed by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. T Acer eRecovery Management backs up/recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. It is... settings conveniently. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by unauthorized persons. Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for quick and 20 Chapter 1 T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer ePresentation Management connects to...
...being accessed by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. T Acer eRecovery Management backs up/recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. It is... settings conveniently. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by unauthorized persons. Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for quick and 20 Chapter 1 T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer ePresentation Management connects to...
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... interface. You can define up to use as a template. 3. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Create new power scheme 1. Select...
... interface. You can define up to use as a template. 3. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Create new power scheme 1. Select...
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... 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Controller Intel® 910GML+ICH6-M Built in Intel®910GML RealTek 8110CL Built in...
... 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Controller Intel® 910GML+ICH6-M Built in Intel®910GML RealTek 8110CL Built in...
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... function. 48 Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Phlash utility. Copy the flash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Prepare a bootable diskette...
... function. 48 Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to run the Phlash utility. Copy the flash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Prepare a bootable diskette...
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General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Remove the battery pack. 50 Chapter 3 Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Remove the battery pack. 50 Chapter 3 Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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Start Battery Middle Cover H*2 DIMM Cover Memory P*1 Keyboard ODD Module E*1 J*2 on bottom side K*2 on top side LCD Module E*1 on upper case assemby E*12 on bottom side F*3 on ... that need to remove the system board, you on rear side H*3 HDD Cover Wireless LAN Card O*4 HDD Module M*4 HDD Bracket HDD Lower Case Assembly O*2 RTC Battery Bluetooth Module Upper Case Assembly Microphone Lower Case *2 Speaker Set Main Board Assembly Upper Case Touchpad Assembly N*3 C*1 86.9A353.3R0*2 D*2 North Bridge Plate CPU Heatsink...
Start Battery Middle Cover H*2 DIMM Cover Memory P*1 Keyboard ODD Module E*1 J*2 on bottom side K*2 on top side LCD Module E*1 on upper case assemby E*12 on bottom side F*3 on ... that need to remove the system board, you on rear side H*3 HDD Cover Wireless LAN Card O*4 HDD Module M*4 HDD Bracket HDD Lower Case Assembly O*2 RTC Battery Bluetooth Module Upper Case Assembly Microphone Lower Case *2 Speaker Set Main Board Assembly Upper Case Touchpad Assembly N*3 C*1 86.9A353.3R0*2 D*2 North Bridge Plate CPU Heatsink...
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Chapter 3 53 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery. Unlock the battery lock. 2.
Chapter 3 53 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery. Unlock the battery lock. 2.
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Detach the fan from the main board. 19. Disconnect the modem board from the lower case. 15. Remove the three screws fastening the system fan. 14. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the modem board as shown. Disconnect the modem cable from the main board. 17. Take out the speaker set . 12. Disconnect the modem cable from the lower case. 13. Remove the two screws holding the speaker set from the main board. 18. Disconnect the RTC battery cable then detach the RTC battery. 16. Chapter 3 59 11.
Detach the fan from the main board. 19. Disconnect the modem board from the lower case. 15. Remove the three screws fastening the system fan. 14. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the modem board as shown. Disconnect the modem cable from the main board. 17. Take out the speaker set . 12. Disconnect the modem cable from the lower case. 13. Remove the two screws holding the speaker set from the main board. 18. Disconnect the RTC battery cable then detach the RTC battery. 16. Chapter 3 59 11.
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...do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Connect the power adapter and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in ...the test items. 4. If any of the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 68 T "Check the Battery Pack" on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Press F2 in the following power sources: 1. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged...
...do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Connect the power adapter and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in ...the test items. 4. If any of the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 68 T "Check the Battery Pack" on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Press F2 in the following power sources: 1. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged...
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If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the power-on page 69. 68 Chapter 4 T If ...
If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the power-on page 69. 68 Chapter 4 T If ...
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... you identify first the problem is applied to the touchpad pointer. Chapter 4 69 Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. Touchpad Check If the...1. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the touchpad. 3. If the charge indicator still does not light up , replace the battery pack. This symptom is still less than 50% of time. Check out the Power Management in the computer. In Power Meter, confirm that...
... you identify first the problem is applied to the touchpad pointer. Chapter 4 69 Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. Touchpad Check If the...1. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the touchpad. 3. If the charge indicator still does not light up , replace the battery pack. This symptom is still less than 50% of time. Check out the Power Management in the computer. In Power Meter, confirm that...
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... specified. Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. Keyboard locked - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Incorrect password is dead - Hard disk drive System... board Extended RAM Failed at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error System disabled. System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch ...
... specified. Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. Keyboard locked - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Incorrect password is dead - Hard disk drive System... board Extended RAM Failed at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error System disabled. System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch ...
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... board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility See "External Diskette Drive Check" on page 66. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I/O ...error - Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 72 Chapter 4 Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Allocation Error for device Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Run "Load Default Settings" ...
... board Device Address Conflict Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility See "External Diskette Drive Check" on page 66. RTC battery System board Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Fixed Disk n None Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I/O ...error - Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 72 Chapter 4 Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Allocation Error for device Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Run "Load Default Settings" ...