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..." product offering. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). V If, for repair and service of this information and the product...
..." product offering. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). V If, for repair and service of this information and the product...
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...Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 48 General Information 49 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 50 Removing the Battery 52 Removing the Memory Module 53 Removing the Modem Board 54 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 55 Removing the LCD Module 56 Disassembling... Problems 106 Undetermined Problems 107 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 108 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 112 TravelMate 240/250 Exploded Diagram 113 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 126 Model Name Definition 126 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 128 Microsoft ...
...Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 48 General Information 49 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 50 Removing the Battery 52 Removing the Memory Module 53 Removing the Modem Board 54 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 55 Removing the LCD Module 56 Disassembling... Problems 106 Undetermined Problems 107 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 108 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 112 TravelMate 240/250 Exploded Diagram 113 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 126 Model Name Definition 126 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 128 Microsoft ...
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...® Mobile Celeron® processor with Internet scroll key Expansion T T Two type II CardBus PC Card slots/ One Type III CardBus PC card slot Upgrageable memory I/O Ports T T T T T One VGA port (external CRT) One DC-in port (AC adapter) One microphone/line-in port One line-out port Two CardBus type II... disk drive, hard disk drive) Sleek, smooth and stylish design Full-sized keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with 256 KB L2 cache 64-bit memory bus T 64-bit memory bus T CD, DVD or DVD/CD-RW combo drive.
...® Mobile Celeron® processor with Internet scroll key Expansion T T Two type II CardBus PC Card slots/ One Type III CardBus PC card slot Upgrageable memory I/O Ports T T T T T One VGA port (external CRT) One DC-in port (AC adapter) One microphone/line-in port One line-out port Two CardBus type II... disk drive, hard disk drive) Sleek, smooth and stylish design Full-sized keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with 256 KB L2 cache 64-bit memory bus T 64-bit memory bus T CD, DVD or DVD/CD-RW combo drive.
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Chapter 1 11 Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Bottom Panel # 1 2 3 Item Battery bay Battery release latch Memory compartment Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's main memory.
Chapter 1 11 Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Bottom Panel # 1 2 3 Item Battery bay Battery release latch Memory compartment Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's main memory.
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... System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module... MHz 2.5 V 200-pin so-DIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications . Memory Combinations 0MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 0MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 0MB... 512MB 256MB 128MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB Slot 2 Total Memory 128 MB 128 MB 256 MB 256MB 256MB 384MB 384MB 512MB 512MB 640MB 768MB 640MB ...
... System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module... MHz 2.5 V 200-pin so-DIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications . Memory Combinations 0MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 0MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 0MB... 512MB 256MB 128MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB Slot 2 Total Memory 128 MB 128 MB 256 MB 256MB 256MB 384MB 384MB 512MB 512MB 640MB 768MB 640MB ...
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... Slot 1 1024MB Slot 2 Total Memory 1536MB Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. Modem Interface Item Chipset Fax modem data baud rate (bps) Data modem data ...
... Slot 1 1024MB Slot 2 Total Memory 1536MB Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. Modem Interface Item Chipset Fax modem data baud rate (bps) Data modem data ...
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... Port) Bus 1024 x768 (32bit colors) 1024x768 (32 bit colors) 1280x1024 (32 bit colors) 1600x1200 (32 bit colors) Video Memory Item Fixed or upgradeable Video memory size Specification Fixed, share the system memory 8MB Video Resolutions Mode Resolution 640x480x256 640x480x64K 640x480x16M 800x600x256 800x600x64K 1024x768x256 CRT Only 90 90 90 90 90 90 Refresh...
... Port) Bus 1024 x768 (32bit colors) 1024x768 (32 bit colors) 1280x1024 (32 bit colors) 1600x1200 (32 bit colors) Video Memory Item Fixed or upgradeable Video memory size Specification Fixed, share the system memory 8MB Video Resolutions Mode Resolution 640x480x256 640x480x64K 640x480x16M 800x600x256 800x600x64K 1024x768x256 CRT Only 90 90 90 90 90 90 Refresh...
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... Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller TravelMate 240/ 250 One Plastic Power-on, Standby, Battery Status, Media Access, CapsLock and NumLock Power Memory Address Map Memory Address 000A0000-000BFFFF E0000000-E007FFFF E0080000-E00FFFFF E8000000-EFFFFFFF F0000000-F7FFFFFF 000A0000-000BFFFF 000D0000-000D3FFF 000D4000-000D7FFF...
... Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller TravelMate 240/ 250 One Plastic Power-on, Standby, Battery Status, Media Access, CapsLock and NumLock Power Memory Address Map Memory Address 000A0000-000BFFFF E0000000-E007FFFF E0080000-E00FFFFF E8000000-EFFFFFFF F0000000-F7FFFFFF 000A0000-000BFFFF 000D0000-000D3FFF 000D4000-000D7FFF...
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... Boot Power on display will be in CRT (or projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in this screen. PXE is disabled. Memory size is fixed to save power when AC is not present. If any display device is connected, the power on display LCD Auto Dim...is connected on external video port. Option: Enabled or Disabled Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Settings in order to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the system. Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is the protocal. Option: Enabled or Disabled Auto: During power process, the...
... Boot Power on display will be in CRT (or projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in this screen. PXE is disabled. Memory size is fixed to save power when AC is not present. If any display device is connected, the power on display LCD Auto Dim...is connected on external video port. Option: Enabled or Disabled Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Settings in order to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the system. Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is the protocal. Option: Enabled or Disabled Auto: During power process, the...
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... finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash utility. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 240/250 series notebook machine. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because...
... finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash utility. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 240/250 series notebook machine. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because...
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For example, if you want to be removed during servicing. Start Battery HDD Module *2 HDD HDD Holder *2 Dimm Cover Memory *1 Modem Cover *2 Modem Board Hinge Caps *2 Middle Cover Keyboard *6 LCD Module *2 Launch Board Lower Case Assembly *2 FDD Module *3 *3 *11 *4 RTC Battery *3 Mini PCI Card Plate ...
For example, if you want to be removed during servicing. Start Battery HDD Module *2 HDD HDD Holder *2 Dimm Cover Memory *1 Modem Cover *2 Modem Board Hinge Caps *2 Middle Cover Keyboard *6 LCD Module *2 Launch Board Lower Case Assembly *2 FDD Module *3 *3 *11 *4 RTC Battery *3 Mini PCI Card Plate ...
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Then remove the memory. 53 TravelMate 240/ 250 Remove the dimm cover. 4. To remove the memory module from the machine, first remove the two screws holding the dimm cover. 3. Removing the Memory Module 1. See "Removing the Battery" on page 52. 2. Pop up the memory. 5.
Then remove the memory. 53 TravelMate 240/ 250 Remove the dimm cover. 4. To remove the memory module from the machine, first remove the two screws holding the dimm cover. 3. Removing the Memory Module 1. See "Removing the Battery" on page 52. 2. Pop up the memory. 5.
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Fasten the DIMM cover with the two screws. Chapter 3 92 Insert the memory module to the machine. 3. Put the DIMM cover back to the DIMM slot. 2. Installing the Memory Module 1.
Fasten the DIMM cover with the two screws. Chapter 3 92 Insert the memory module to the machine. 3. Put the DIMM cover back to the DIMM slot. 2. Installing the Memory Module 1.
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... suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. NOTE: Make sure that power is supplied by the battery pack. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Press F2 in the message window. Disconnect the power adapter... to main board. 2. then check that the DIMM is supplied. 3. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following power sources: 1. A loose connection can cause an error.
... suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. NOTE: Make sure that power is supplied by the battery pack. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Press F2 in the message window. Disconnect the power adapter... to main board. 2. then check that the DIMM is supplied. 3. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following power sources: 1. A loose connection can cause an error.
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...the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 99 TravelMate 240/ 250 NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. This index can also help ...the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 107. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. If the symptom is listed first. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST ...
...the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 99 TravelMate 240/ 250 NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. This index can also help ...the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 107. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. If the symptom is listed first. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST ...
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... Device Check" on page 95. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will shut down system, no message will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 010 070 071 072...
... Device Check" on page 95. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will shut down system, no message will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 010 070 071 072...
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Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. Cache disabled System board CPU ID: System board DMA Test Failed... - run SETUP Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 101 TravelMate 240/ 250 DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Run "Load...
Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Memory size found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified. Cache disabled System board CPU ID: System board DMA Test Failed... - run SETUP Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 101 TravelMate 240/ 250 DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Run "Load...
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... Speaker System board Action in Sequence Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from the keyboard) Hard disk drive System board The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and See "Hibernation Mode" on...
... Speaker System board Action in Sequence Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from the keyboard) Hard disk drive System board The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and See "Hibernation Mode" on...
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Picture Optical Drive No. Partname And Description Part Number MEMORY DDR333 256MB ELPEDIA W30256AAEPI652A KN.25609.002 MEMORY DDR333 256MB MOCRON MT8VDDT3264HDG335C3 KN.25604.009 MEMORY DDR333 512MB KN.51202.007 INFINEON HYS64D64020GBDL-6- B CD-ROM MODULE 24X MITSUMI SR244W1 DVD-ROM MODULE 8X MKE SR8177 6M.T30V1.001 6M.T30V1.002 ... Screws 123 NS TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM41P- 56.17001.001 357 SPEAKER SET NS SCREW NS SCREW 23.T30V1.002 86.T30V1.001 86.T30V1.002 TravelMate 240/250
Picture Optical Drive No. Partname And Description Part Number MEMORY DDR333 256MB ELPEDIA W30256AAEPI652A KN.25609.002 MEMORY DDR333 256MB MOCRON MT8VDDT3264HDG335C3 KN.25604.009 MEMORY DDR333 512MB KN.51202.007 INFINEON HYS64D64020GBDL-6- B CD-ROM MODULE 24X MITSUMI SR244W1 DVD-ROM MODULE 8X MKE SR8177 6M.T30V1.001 6M.T30V1.002 ... Screws 123 NS TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM41P- 56.17001.001 357 SPEAKER SET NS SCREW NS SCREW 23.T30V1.002 86.T30V1.001 86.T30V1.002 TravelMate 240/250
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Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test Processor Item Memory LCD Hard Disk Drive Floppy Disk Drive DVD-ROM Drive 8X CD-ROM Drive 24X Specifications Mobile Pentium 4 3.06GHz 512K, Mobile Pentium 4 2.8GHz 512K, Mobile ... IBM HGST Moraga IC25N060ATMR04-0 60GB Toshiba Neptune MK6021GAS 80GB IBM HGST Moraga IC25N080ATMR04 Mitsumi D353G MKE SR-8177 Liteon XJ-SD81D Mitsumi SR-224W1 129 TravelMate 240/250
Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test Processor Item Memory LCD Hard Disk Drive Floppy Disk Drive DVD-ROM Drive 8X CD-ROM Drive 24X Specifications Mobile Pentium 4 3.06GHz 512K, Mobile Pentium 4 2.8GHz 512K, Mobile ... IBM HGST Moraga IC25N060ATMR04-0 60GB Toshiba Neptune MK6021GAS 80GB IBM HGST Moraga IC25N080ATMR04 Mitsumi D353G MKE SR-8177 Liteon XJ-SD81D Mitsumi SR-224W1 129 TravelMate 240/250