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...that supports S-video input Dual display capability Multimedia T T T 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 Codec stereo audio Built-in dual speakers High-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay) Connectivity T High-speed fax/data modem port T Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port T Fast infrared wireless communication T 3 USB 2.0 (Universal ... and CRT display support S-video for 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 ...
...that supports S-video input Dual display capability Multimedia T T T 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 Codec stereo audio Built-in dual speakers High-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay) Connectivity T High-speed fax/data modem port T Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port T Fast infrared wireless communication T 3 USB 2.0 (Universal ... and CRT display support S-video for 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 ...
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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. Chapter 1 11
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... computer and its components. Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is enables; Battery Lights green. Icon Function HDD Description Lights when Hard Disk Drive is activated. ODD Lights when Optical Disk Drive is activated. Pad lock (cursor) Lights when Pad lock is activated. Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons...
... computer and its components. Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is enables; Battery Lights green. Icon Function HDD Description Lights when Hard Disk Drive is activated. ODD Lights when Optical Disk Drive is activated. Pad lock (cursor) Lights when Pad lock is activated. Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons...
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... protocol Modem connector type Modem connector location Specification 56K V.90 for MDC / Bluetooth 1.1 standard for BT modem RJ11 Rear side Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & Model Name Toshiba 20G MK2023G AS Toshiba 30G MK3021G AS Toshiba 40G MK4021G AS Toshiba 60G MK6021G AS...MB) 20000 30000 40000 60000 20000 30000 40000 60000 Bytes per 512 512 512 512 512 512 512 512 sector Data heads 2 2 3 4 1 2 2 3 Drive Format Disks 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 2 Spindle 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM speed (RPM) ...
... protocol Modem connector type Modem connector location Specification 56K V.90 for MDC / Bluetooth 1.1 standard for BT modem RJ11 Rear side Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & Model Name Toshiba 20G MK2023G AS Toshiba 30G MK3021G AS Toshiba 40G MK4021G AS Toshiba 60G MK6021G AS...MB) 20000 30000 40000 60000 20000 30000 40000 60000 Bytes per 512 512 512 512 512 512 512 512 sector Data heads 2 2 3 4 1 2 2 3 Drive Format Disks 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 2 Spindle 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM speed (RPM) ...
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... mode-5 5V(DC) +/ - 5% 100 MB/ Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/ - 5% 100 MB/ Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/ 5V(DC) +/ - 5% - 5% 100 MB/ Sec. Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) 100 MB/ Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/ - 5% DVD-ROM Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification...
... mode-5 5V(DC) +/ - 5% 100 MB/ Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/ - 5% 100 MB/ Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/ 5V(DC) +/ - 5% - 5% 100 MB/ Sec. Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) 100 MB/ Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5 5V(DC) +/ - 5% DVD-ROM Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification...
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... location Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Supports 32 bit CardBus System Board Major Chips Item System core logic Super I/O controller Audio controller Video controller Hard disk drive controller Keyboard controller RTC One type-II Left panel No ZV support Yes Specification Controller Intel 855GM and ICH4-M SMSC 47N227, LPC interface Realtek ALC202...
... location Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Supports 32 bit CardBus System Board Major Chips Item System core logic Super I/O controller Audio controller Video controller Hard disk drive controller Keyboard controller RTC One type-II Left panel No ZV support Yes Specification Controller Intel 855GM and ICH4-M SMSC 47N227, LPC interface Realtek ALC202...
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Boot This menu allows the user to load the operating system. Please select the order of boot devices to decide the order of the boot devices. 40 Chapter 2 Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
Boot This menu allows the user to load the operating system. Please select the order of boot devices to decide the order of the boot devices. 40 Chapter 2 Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
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... incorrectly remains off . Main board See "Check the Power Adapter" on page 63. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on...
... incorrectly remains off . Main board See "Check the Power Adapter" on page 63. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on...
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... slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from the keyboard) Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. Action in Sequence See "Sound Check" on...hibernation Keyboard (if control is damaged. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the LCD LCD cover switch Main board The system doesn't...
... slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from the keyboard) Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. Action in Sequence See "Sound Check" on...hibernation Keyboard (if control is damaged. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the LCD LCD cover switch Main board The system doesn't...
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... an error in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. If there is an error beep. Test one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. Power off. Touchpad does not work correctly Print problems. Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. Modem phone port is secured...
... an error in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. If there is an error beep. Test one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. Power off. Touchpad does not work correctly Print problems. Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. Modem phone port is secured...
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...-on page 63): 1. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. If the problem remains, replace 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. Power-off the computer. 2. Visually check them for damage. If the problem does not recur...
...-on page 63): 1. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. If the problem remains, replace 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. Power-off the computer. 2. Visually check them for damage. If the problem does not recur...
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Picture HDD/ Hard Disk Drive No. 004-HDD ASSY 001-HDD ASSY Partname And Description HDD 2.5" 20G TOSHIBA NeptuneV20 MK2023GAS 4200rpm HDD 2.5" 20G HGST MORAGA IC25N020ATMR04-0 08K0632 HDD 2.5" 30G HGST ...
Picture HDD/ Hard Disk Drive No. 004-HDD ASSY 001-HDD ASSY Partname And Description HDD 2.5" 20G TOSHIBA NeptuneV20 MK2023GAS 4200rpm HDD 2.5" 20G HGST MORAGA IC25N020ATMR04-0 08K0632 HDD 2.5" 30G HGST ...
TravelMate 290 User's Guide
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9 Bottom view English # Item Description 1 RAM slot The slot that houses the computer's main memory. 2 AcerMedia bay release latch Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for 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 (secured by a screw). 7 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.a a. Don't cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
9 Bottom view English # Item Description 1 RAM slot The slot that houses the computer's main memory. 2 AcerMedia bay release latch Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for 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 (secured by a screw). 7 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.a a. Don't cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
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... to know your TravelMate English Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® M Processor at 1.3 ~1.7 GHz or higher • Intel 855GM chipset • Memory upgradeable up to 2 GB with 2 slots • Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay) • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk •... S-video input • Dual indenpendent display Multimedia • 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio • Built-in dual speakers • High-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay)
... to know your TravelMate English Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® M Processor at 1.3 ~1.7 GHz or higher • Intel 855GM chipset • Memory upgradeable up to 2 GB with 2 slots • Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay) • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk •... S-video input • Dual indenpendent display Multimedia • 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio • Built-in dual speakers • High-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay)
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The Power and Battery status indicators are visible even when the display is activated. Icon Function HDD Description Lights when Hard Disk Drive is closed. Scroll Lock Lights when Scroll Lock is activated. ODD Lights when Optical Disk Drive is activated. English 12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Indicators The computer has six easy-to-read status indicators below the display screen, and three on the front of the computer.
The Power and Battery status indicators are visible even when the display is activated. Icon Function HDD Description Lights when Hard Disk Drive is closed. Scroll Lock Lights when Scroll Lock is activated. ODD Lights when Optical Disk Drive is activated. English 12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Indicators The computer has six easy-to-read status indicators below the display screen, and three on the front of the computer.
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These optional items include: • CD-ROM drive • DVD-ROM drive • DVD/CD-RW drive • DVD-RW drive Note: To swap AcerMedia drive modules, see "Swapping AcerMedia drive modules" on page 44. English 23 Storage This computer supplies you with your computer. This is the ... stored. AcerMedia bay The hot swappable AcerMedia bay accepts a wide variety of optional media drive modules for use with the following media storage: • High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Hot Swappable AcerMedia drive Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is where your storage needs.
These optional items include: • CD-ROM drive • DVD-ROM drive • DVD/CD-RW drive • DVD-RW drive Note: To swap AcerMedia drive modules, see "Swapping AcerMedia drive modules" on page 44. English 23 Storage This computer supplies you with your computer. This is the ... stored. AcerMedia bay The hot swappable AcerMedia bay accepts a wide variety of optional media drive modules for use with the following media storage: • High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Hot Swappable AcerMedia drive Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is where your storage needs.
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See page 50. Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of that region only. DVD discs are divided ... after which the last region code set will play DVD movies on , press the drive eject button. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD-ROM drive module is installed in the AcerMedia bay, you to input the region code. Once ... to a region code, it will remain permanent. English 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert...
See page 50. Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of that region only. DVD discs are divided ... after which the last region code set will play DVD movies on , press the drive eject button. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD-ROM drive module is installed in the AcerMedia bay, you to input the region code. Once ... to a region code, it will remain permanent. English 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert...
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... performance at the same time. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface...
... performance at the same time. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface...
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Then remove the optical drive from the AcerMedia bay (b). First slide the AcerMedia release latch as shown in the illustration (a). You can swap the module. English 44 2 Customizing my computer Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Note: The hard disk drive module is not hot-swappable. You have to turn off your computer before you can swap the AcerMedia drive with any optional AcerMedia modules. Then insert the optional AcerMedia module into the AcerMedia bay until the it click into place.
Then remove the optical drive from the AcerMedia bay (b). First slide the AcerMedia release latch as shown in the illustration (a). You can swap the module. English 44 2 Customizing my computer Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Note: The hard disk drive module is not hot-swappable. You have to turn off your computer before you can swap the AcerMedia drive with any optional AcerMedia modules. Then insert the optional AcerMedia module into the AcerMedia bay until the it click into place.
TravelMate 290E Service Guide
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... connectors. Battery can't be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds....Action in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. 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".
... connectors. Battery can't be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds....Action in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. 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".