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... output to 2GB (with two 1024MB SO-DIMM when available) T Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay) T High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Li-Ion main battery pack T Power management system with the user in rear and one on left) T IEEE 1394 port T InviLink 802.11b or 802.11a/b wireless LAN (manufacturing...
... output to 2GB (with two 1024MB SO-DIMM when available) T Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay) T High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Li-Ion main battery pack T Power management system with the user in rear and one on left) T IEEE 1394 port T InviLink 802.11b or 802.11a/b wireless LAN (manufacturing...
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Board Layout Top View 1-JP12 2-JP7 3-JP2 4-JP1 5-JP10 6-JP6 7-JP5 8-JP4 9-JP3 10-SW1 11-JP8 12-JP11 CPU Socket FAN Connector Parallel Port CRT Connector LCD Connector USB Connectors (*2) RJ11/RJ45 Connectors S-Video Connector IEEE 1394 Connector Lid Switch USB Connector MDC/MBC Connector 13-JP15 14-JP20 15-JP23 16-SW3 17-JP18 18-JP17 19-JP13 20-PJP9 21-JP21 22-JP22 23-PCN1 PCMCIA Connector MIC in Jack Headphone out Jack Wireless Kill Switch Speakers Connector Module Connector Mini PCI Connector Battery Connector Keyboard Connector HDD Connector DC-In Jack 4 Chapter 1
Board Layout Top View 1-JP12 2-JP7 3-JP2 4-JP1 5-JP10 6-JP6 7-JP5 8-JP4 9-JP3 10-SW1 11-JP8 12-JP11 CPU Socket FAN Connector Parallel Port CRT Connector LCD Connector USB Connectors (*2) RJ11/RJ45 Connectors S-Video Connector IEEE 1394 Connector Lid Switch USB Connector MDC/MBC Connector 13-JP15 14-JP20 15-JP23 16-SW3 17-JP18 18-JP17 19-JP13 20-PJP9 21-JP21 22-JP22 23-PCN1 PCMCIA Connector MIC in Jack Headphone out Jack Wireless Kill Switch Speakers Connector Module Connector Mini PCI Connector Battery Connector Keyboard Connector HDD Connector DC-In Jack 4 Chapter 1
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Chapter 1 11 Bottom Panel # Icon Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 AcerMedia bay release Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for latch removing the optical drive. 3 AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (securedby a screw). 7 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Don't cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
Chapter 1 11 Bottom Panel # Icon Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 AcerMedia bay release Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for latch removing the optical drive. 3 AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (securedby a screw). 7 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Don't cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
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... when the power is activated. Flashes when the computer is activated. Pad lock (cursor) Lights when Pad lock is in standby mode. Flashes when the battery is activated. Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen. ODD Lights when Optical Disk Drive is being charged... Wireless LAN or Bluetooth capabilities are enabled. The status LCD displays icons that Bluetooth (optional) is activated. Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Lights green.
... when the power is activated. Flashes when the computer is activated. Pad lock (cursor) Lights when Pad lock is in standby mode. Flashes when the battery is activated. Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen. ODD Lights when Optical Disk Drive is being charged... Wireless LAN or Bluetooth capabilities are enabled. The status LCD displays icons that Bluetooth (optional) is activated. Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Lights green.
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... NS 87591L Standard keyboard w/o launch button embeded 85/86/90 keys with 101/102 key emulation Yes Yes Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Cell voltage Number of battery cell Package configuration Package voltag Specification Sony/Samsung Li-ion 63Wh / 31Wh 3.7V/cell 8 / 4 Pin... 1: BATT+: Battery positive power pin Pin 2: 6C/8C Pin 3: B/I: Enable Li-ion battery output, connect to 1k Ω resistor to GND Pin 5: EC_SMD1: SMbus DATA Pin 6: EC_SMC1: SMbus CLOCK Pin 7: GND: battery ground power pin 14.8V 24 Chapter 1 Pin 4: TS:...
... NS 87591L Standard keyboard w/o launch button embeded 85/86/90 keys with 101/102 key emulation Yes Yes Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Cell voltage Number of battery cell Package configuration Package voltag Specification Sony/Samsung Li-ion 63Wh / 31Wh 3.7V/cell 8 / 4 Pin... 1: BATT+: Battery positive power pin Pin 2: 6C/8C Pin 3: B/I: Enable Li-ion battery output, connect to 1k Ω resistor to GND Pin 5: EC_SMD1: SMbus DATA Pin 6: EC_SMC1: SMbus CLOCK Pin 7: GND: battery ground power pin 14.8V 24 Chapter 1 Pin 4: TS:...
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...bus Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources 30 Chapter 1 One Recycle plastic PC+ABS 94V0 Power, Media activity, Battery charge, Wireless/Bluetooth communication, Caps lock, Pad lock, Num lock and Scroll lock indicators Power switch Lid switch User define switch 1, ... x 273mm (D) x 31.7mm (H) for 14.1/15.0 inch model 6.11lb (2.77kg) for 14.1 inch model (8 cell battery) 6.41lb (2.9kg) for 15.0 inch model (8 cell battery) One type II CardBus slots, One RJ-11 modem jack,One RJ-45 network jack, One DC-in jack for AC ...
...bus Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources 30 Chapter 1 One Recycle plastic PC+ABS 94V0 Power, Media activity, Battery charge, Wireless/Bluetooth communication, Caps lock, Pad lock, Num lock and Scroll lock indicators Power switch Lid switch User define switch 1, ... x 273mm (D) x 31.7mm (H) for 14.1/15.0 inch model 6.11lb (2.77kg) for 14.1 inch model (8 cell battery) 6.41lb (2.9kg) for 15.0 inch model (8 cell battery) One type II CardBus slots, One RJ-11 modem jack,One RJ-45 network jack, One DC-in jack for AC ...
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... system from the bootable diskette. Copy the Flash utilities to finish BIOS flash, you run the Flash. 1. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to CSD website as soon as service CD released. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to the bootable diskette. 3. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. NOTE: If you... programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it is ready. 42 Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 290 series notebook machine.
... system from the bootable diskette. Copy the Flash utilities to finish BIOS flash, you run the Flash. 1. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to CSD website as soon as service CD released. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to the bootable diskette. 3. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. NOTE: If you... programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it is ready. 42 Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 290 series notebook machine.
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Remove the battery pack. Turn off the power to tear the tape or mylar before you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors. 44 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you may need to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. NOTE: TravelMate 290 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you do the following: 1.
Remove the battery pack. Turn off the power to tear the tape or mylar before you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors. 44 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you may need to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. NOTE: TravelMate 290 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you do the following: 1.
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Start Battery M*1 HDD Module ODD Module M*2 DIMM Cover Q*4 HDD Carrier SUB Assy M*2 HDD Carrier HDD Cover ODD G*4 J*2 Optical Device Bracket Optical Device Holder Optical Device Board Memory M*1 ...
Start Battery M*1 HDD Module ODD Module M*2 DIMM Cover Q*4 HDD Carrier SUB Assy M*2 HDD Carrier HDD Cover ODD G*4 J*2 Optical Device Bracket Optical Device Holder Optical Device Board Memory M*1 ...
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Chapter 3 47 Slide the battery latch. 2. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Then remove the battery.
Chapter 3 47 Slide the battery latch. 2. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Then remove the battery.
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... sure that the flexible cable extending from the keyboard is correct, run the Keyboard Test. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; If the keyboard cable connection is correctly seated in the following power sources: 1. The following one at hand, please go to... we do not provide memory test program. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following auxiliary input devices are supported by the battery pack. A loose connection can cause an error. Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is supplied...
... sure that the flexible cable extending from the keyboard is correct, run the Keyboard Test. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; If the keyboard cable connection is correctly seated in the following power sources: 1. The following one at hand, please go to... we do not provide memory test program. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following auxiliary input devices are supported by the battery pack. A loose connection can cause an error. Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is supplied...
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...still less than 50% of time. If the problem still occurs, go to correct the problem. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in the computer. If the problem Chapter 4 65 If the voltage is applied to the main ...board properly. 5. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. If there is connected well. 4. Connect an external display to ...
...still less than 50% of time. If the problem still occurs, go to correct the problem. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in the computer. If the problem Chapter 4 65 If the voltage is applied to the main ...board properly. 5. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. If there is connected well. 4. Connect an external display to ...
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... a computer. CMOS checksum error. Chapter 4 67 Do not replace a non-defective FRU. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to battery power loss. short, long, short short, short, short; short, long, long short, short, short; short, short, short short, short, long; No RAM installed. Parity error...
... a computer. CMOS checksum error. Chapter 4 67 Do not replace a non-defective FRU. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next possible FRU to battery power loss. short, long, short short, short, short; short, long, long short, short, short; short, short, short short, short, long; No RAM installed. Parity error...
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... Check" on page 64. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 63". Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See...LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be charged Action in Sequence Indicator incorrectly remains off . Battery can't be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom...
... Check" on page 64. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 63". Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See...LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be charged Action in Sequence Indicator incorrectly remains off . Battery can't be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom...
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... enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. Press Fn+F4 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode. Main board Battery fuel gauge in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation Keyboard (if control is damaged. Hard disk drive connector Main board 70 ...Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is from actual size. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Reconnect hard disk drives. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't resume from standby ...
... enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. Press Fn+F4 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode. Main board Battery fuel gauge in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation Keyboard (if control is damaged. Hard disk drive connector Main board 70 ...Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is from actual size. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Reconnect hard disk drives. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't resume from standby ...
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... more errors. If any FRU. 3. Rerun the test to verify that have nothing to do the following: 1. If an error is detected by the main battery test, see "Check the Power Adapter" on page 64 If an error is detected by the display test, see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check...
... more errors. If any FRU. 3. Rerun the test to verify that have nothing to do the following: 1. If an error is detected by the main battery test, see "Check the Power Adapter" on page 64 If an error is detected by the display test, see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check...
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... if the problem has changed. 6. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at the time of the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module T PC Cards 4. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: T Main board T LCD...
... if the problem has changed. 6. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at the time of the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module T PC Cards 4. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: T Main board T LCD...
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...-PJP9 21-JPJ21 22-JP22 23-PCN1 PCMCIA Connector MIC in Jack Headphone out Jack Wireless Kill Switch Speakers Connector Module Connector Mini PCI Connector Battery Connector Keyboard Connector HDD Connector DC-In Jack Chapter 5 75
...-PJP9 21-JPJ21 22-JP22 23-PCN1 PCMCIA Connector MIC in Jack Headphone out Jack Wireless Kill Switch Speakers Connector Module Connector Mini PCI Connector Battery Connector Keyboard Connector HDD Connector DC-In Jack Chapter 5 75
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LITEON 65W, 3 PIN, PA-165002CA ADAPTER - DELTA 65W, 3 PIN, ADP-65DB AP.T3503.001 AP.T2101.001 BATTERY SONY LI-ION 8 CELLS 4300mAH, US18650G5 BATTERY SAMSUNG LI-ION 8 CELLS 4300mAH, ICR18650-22 BATTERY SONY LI-ION 4 CELLS 2150mAH, US18650G5 BT.T3504.001 BT.T3506.001 BT.T3504.002 306-THE SYSTEM MDC CARD, AMBIT...-THE SYSTEM FPC - M/B TO TOUCHPAD LED CABLE 50.T35V5.001 50.T35V5.002 Chapter 6 85 NS NS Partname And Description Part Number ADAPTER - Picture Adapter Battery Boards No.
LITEON 65W, 3 PIN, PA-165002CA ADAPTER - DELTA 65W, 3 PIN, ADP-65DB AP.T3503.001 AP.T2101.001 BATTERY SONY LI-ION 8 CELLS 4300mAH, US18650G5 BATTERY SAMSUNG LI-ION 8 CELLS 4300mAH, ICR18650-22 BATTERY SONY LI-ION 4 CELLS 2150mAH, US18650G5 BT.T3504.001 BT.T3506.001 BT.T3504.002 306-THE SYSTEM MDC CARD, AMBIT...-THE SYSTEM FPC - M/B TO TOUCHPAD LED CABLE 50.T35V5.001 50.T35V5.002 Chapter 6 85 NS NS Partname And Description Part Number ADAPTER - Picture Adapter Battery Boards No.
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...33 Basic System Settings 35 Navigating 33 Startup Configuration 38 System Information 34 System Security 34, 41 D DIMM external 48 removing 48 Disassembly Battery Pack 46 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Module 51 Floppy Disk Drive 57 Machine 43 Procedure Flowchart 45 E Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index ... Machine Disassembly 43 Memory Check 63 Model Definition 94 Modem Combo Card external 49 O Online Support Information 103 P Panel Bottom 11 Power System Check Battery Pack 65 Power Adapter 64, 65 R RMA 79 S System Check Procedures 62 System Diagnostic Diskette 42 System Utilities 33 System Utility Diskette 42 T ...
...33 Basic System Settings 35 Navigating 33 Startup Configuration 38 System Information 34 System Security 34, 41 D DIMM external 48 removing 48 Disassembly Battery Pack 46 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Module 51 Floppy Disk Drive 57 Machine 43 Procedure Flowchart 45 E Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index ... Machine Disassembly 43 Memory Check 63 Model Definition 94 Modem Combo Card external 49 O Online Support Information 103 P Panel Bottom 11 Power System Check Battery Pack 65 Power Adapter 64, 65 R RMA 79 S System Check Procedures 62 System Diagnostic Diskette 42 System Utilities 33 System Utility Diskette 42 T ...