TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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... utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Please use the Flash utilities. However, system diagnostic utility is not completely loaded. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash. 1. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. NOTE: If you do ...memory update is required for the following conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it is for the Acer TravelMate 290 series notebook machine. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you use the Flash utility.
... utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: Please use the Flash utilities. However, system diagnostic utility is not completely loaded. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash. 1. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. NOTE: If you do ...memory update is required for the following conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it is for the Acer TravelMate 290 series notebook machine. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you use the Flash utility.
TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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Chapter 3 43 When you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Plastic flat head screw driver T Plastic tweezers T Philips screw driver T Any plastic tool can take off the middle cover NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the...
Chapter 3 43 When you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Plastic flat head screw driver T Plastic tweezers T Philips screw driver T Any plastic tool can take off the middle cover NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the...
TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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... the main unit. 3. See step 1 and step 2 on the rear and the bottom panel; Then detach the entire LCD module. Use a plastic flat head screw driver or any plastic tool to detach the middle cover carefully. 2. three on each side. 5. Removing the LCD module 1. Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module Removing the...
... the main unit. 3. See step 1 and step 2 on the rear and the bottom panel; Then detach the entire LCD module. Use a plastic flat head screw driver or any plastic tool to detach the middle cover carefully. 2. three on each side. 5. Removing the LCD module 1. Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module Removing the...
TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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... emit light as it . External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Check Do the following steps to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. Make sure that the appropriate driver has been installed on the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window. Use an FDD cleaning kit to clean the...
... emit light as it . External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Check Do the following steps to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. Make sure that the appropriate driver has been installed on the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window. Use an FDD cleaning kit to clean the...
TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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...). 3. Touchpad Check If the touchpad doesn't work , then replace the FPC on recharging or discharging. Replace the inverter board, then run Touch pad/PS2 Mode Driver. 2. If there is still less than 50% of time. Replace LCD/FL cable with a new one at a time to room temperature. If the voltage is...
...). 3. Touchpad Check If the touchpad doesn't work , then replace the FPC on recharging or discharging. Replace the inverter board, then run Touch pad/PS2 Mode Driver. 2. If there is still less than 50% of time. Replace LCD/FL cable with a new one at a time to room temperature. If the voltage is...
TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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... battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Battery pack Main board System hangs intermittently. Action in Sequence See "Sound Check" on page 66 Audio driver Speaker Main board See "Sound Check" on page 66 Speaker Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom...
... battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Battery pack Main board System hangs intermittently. Action in Sequence See "Sound Check" on page 66 Audio driver Speaker Main board See "Sound Check" on page 66 Speaker Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom...
TravelMate 290 Service Guide
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.../Touch pad board Main board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Onboard Devices Configuration Run parallel port test Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one USB port each time. Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does...
.../Touch pad board Main board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Onboard Devices Configuration Run parallel port test Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one USB port each time. Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does...
TravelMate 290 User's Guide
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... to hand-held metal detectors. Traveling internationally with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • AcerMedia drive module(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use your computer when bringing it into the gate area. English 31 If you use another printer Special considerations In...
... to hand-held metal detectors. Traveling internationally with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • AcerMedia drive module(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use your computer when bringing it into the gate area. English 31 If you use another printer Special considerations In...
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...converter kits sold for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • AcerMedia drive module(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to power the computer. • If... you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the local AC voltage. 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English What to bring with you Bring the following items with you are traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the...
...converter kits sold for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • AcerMedia drive module(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to power the computer. • If... you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the local AC voltage. 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English What to bring with you Bring the following items with you are traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the...
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The printer does not work . HyperTerminal), you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the infrared ports of the ...
The printer does not work . HyperTerminal), you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the infrared ports of the ...
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Flash utilities. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Use ...
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Flash utilities. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Use ...
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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When you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Plastic flat head screw driver T Plastic tweezers T Philips screw driver T Any plastic tool can take off the middle cover NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 43 To disassemble the computer, you remove the ...
When you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Plastic flat head screw driver T Plastic tweezers T Philips screw driver T Any plastic tool can take off the middle cover NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 43 To disassemble the computer, you remove the ...
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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... rear and the bottom panel; Remove the six screws on "Removing the Keyboard" section. 2. Then detach the entire LCD module. Use a plastic flat head screw driver or any plastic tool to detach the middle cover carefully. 2. Removing the LCD module 1. Then disconnect the LCD coaxial cable. 4. three on each side. 5. Remove...
... rear and the bottom panel; Remove the six screws on "Removing the Keyboard" section. 2. Then detach the entire LCD module. Use a plastic flat head screw driver or any plastic tool to detach the middle cover carefully. 2. Removing the LCD module 1. Then disconnect the LCD coaxial cable. 4. three on each side. 5. Remove...
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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... CD into the CD/DVD drive. External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Check Do the following steps to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. The drive does not have more than one label attached to it read data from the audio CD. System Check Procedures External...or can become dirty over time, affecting their performance. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 4. Make sure that the appropriate driver has been installed on the front panel does not emit light as it . A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is passed when the program runs to...
... CD into the CD/DVD drive. External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Check Do the following steps to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. The drive does not have more than one label attached to it read data from the audio CD. System Check Procedures External...or can become dirty over time, affecting their performance. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 4. Make sure that the appropriate driver has been installed on the front panel does not emit light as it . A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is passed when the program runs to...
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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... again. Replace the LCD module with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is within the normal range, run Touch pad/PS2 Mode Driver. 2. If the probelm still happens, continue next step. If the charge indicator still does not emit, replace the battery pack. If the voltage is not...
... again. Replace the LCD module with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is within the normal range, run Touch pad/PS2 Mode Driver. 2. If the probelm still happens, continue next step. If the charge indicator still does not emit, replace the battery pack. If the voltage is not...
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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... minute. Action in Sequence Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Action in Sequence See "Sound Check" on page 66 Audio driver Speaker Main board See "Sound Check" on page 66 Speaker Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than...
... minute. Action in Sequence Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Action in Sequence See "Sound Check" on page 66 Audio driver Speaker Main board See "Sound Check" on page 66 Speaker Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than...
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... the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 73. Test one or more keys) does not work . Onboard Devices Configuration Run parallel port test Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one USB port each time. Ensure the telephone cable is secured to the...
... the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 73. Test one or more keys) does not work . Onboard Devices Configuration Run parallel port test Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one USB port each time. Ensure the telephone cable is secured to the...