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... Launch Keys 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad Basics 19 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 20 Chapter 2 System Utilities 33 BIOS Setup Utility 33 Navigating the BIOS Utility 33 Main 34 Advanced 35 Security 38 Boot 40 Exit 41 BIOS Flash Utility 42 System Diagnostic Diskette 42 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 General Information 44...
... Launch Keys 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad Basics 19 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 20 Chapter 2 System Utilities 33 BIOS Setup Utility 33 Navigating the BIOS Utility 33 Main 34 Advanced 35 Security 38 Boot 40 Exit 41 BIOS Flash Utility 42 System Diagnostic Diskette 42 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 General Information 44...
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... BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages 67 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 69 Intermittent Problems 72 Undetermined Problems 73 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 75 Top View 75 SW1 Settings (Lid switch 76 SW3 Settings(Kill Switch 76 Bottom View 77 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 79 TravelMate 290...
... BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages 67 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 69 Intermittent Problems 72 Undetermined Problems 73 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 75 Top View 75 SW1 Settings (Lid switch 76 SW3 Settings(Kill Switch 76 Bottom View 77 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 79 TravelMate 290...
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...M processor at 1.3~1.7 GHz or higher uFCPGA package Support automatic selection of power supply voltage 1.05V BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS package Bupported protocols BIOS password control Second Level Cache Item Cache controller Cache size 1st level cache control 2nd level cache ... package Memory module combinations Specification Insyde Insyde MobilePRO BIOS 4.0 Flash ROM 512KB 32 lead of PLCC ACPI 1.0b,PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/IEEE 1284 1.7 & 1.9, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, USB, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable Set by setup manual Built...
...M processor at 1.3~1.7 GHz or higher uFCPGA package Support automatic selection of power supply voltage 1.05V BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS package Bupported protocols BIOS password control Second Level Cache Item Cache controller Cache size 1st level cache control 2nd level cache ... package Memory module combinations Specification Insyde Insyde MobilePRO BIOS 4.0 Flash ROM 512KB 32 lead of PLCC ACPI 1.0b,PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/IEEE 1284 1.7 & 1.9, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, USB, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable Set by setup manual Built...
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...Item Parallel port controller Number of USB port Location Serial port function control Specification 2.0 USB 2.0 3 Rear side Enable/Disable by BIOS setup PCMCIA Port Item PCMCIA controller Supports card type ENE CB1410 CardBus Type II Specification Chapter 1 23 Yes (set by... Parallel port function control Supports ECP/EPP/Bi-directional (PS/2 compatible) Optional ECP DMA channel (in BIOS setup) Optional parallel port I/O address (in BIOS setup) Optional parallel port IRQ (in BIOS setup) Specification SMSC LPC47N227 One Rear side 25-pin D-type connector, in female type Enable/Disable/Auto...
...Item Parallel port controller Number of USB port Location Serial port function control Specification 2.0 USB 2.0 3 Rear side Enable/Disable by BIOS setup PCMCIA Port Item PCMCIA controller Supports card type ENE CB1410 CardBus Type II Specification Chapter 1 23 Yes (set by... Parallel port function control Supports ECP/EPP/Bi-directional (PS/2 compatible) Optional ECP DMA channel (in BIOS setup) Optional parallel port I/O address (in BIOS setup) Optional parallel port IRQ (in BIOS setup) Specification SMSC LPC47N227 One Rear side 25-pin D-type connector, in female type Enable/Disable/Auto...
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... Dimensions Weight I /O Address 0000-001F 0000-0CF7 0010-001F 0020-0021 0024-0025 0028-0029 002C-002D Size 128KB 64KB 128KB 640KB Function System BIOS VGA BIOS Video memory (VRAM) Conventional memory Function Direct memory access controller PCI bus Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources 30 Chapter...
... Dimensions Weight I /O Address 0000-001F 0000-0CF7 0010-001F 0020-0021 0024-0025 0028-0029 002C-002D Size 128KB 64KB 128KB 640KB Function System BIOS VGA BIOS Video memory (VRAM) Conventional memory Function Direct memory access controller PCI bus Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources 30 Chapter...
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Navigation keys for parameters are shown on the bottom of the menu options to go to the Exit menu. Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is prompted on the bottom of the screen. Help for a particular menu are found in the Item Specific Help part of the screen...., press m during POST (when "Press to enter Setup" message is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Follow these instructions: T To choose a menu, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy). T In any menu, you may need to run...
Navigation keys for parameters are shown on the bottom of the menu options to go to the Exit menu. Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is prompted on the bottom of the screen. Help for a particular menu are found in the Item Specific Help part of the screen...., press m during POST (when "Press to enter Setup" message is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Follow these instructions: T To choose a menu, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy). T In any menu, you may need to run...
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... speed Sets the system time and date. Enables "PXE Boot from LAN F12 Boot Menu Description Displays system BIOS version Displays VGA BIOS version Displays the serial number of the system. Parameter System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial # UUID Number System Memory Extended Memory CPU Speed System Time and System Date Quiet Boot...
... speed Sets the system time and date. Enables "PXE Boot from LAN F12 Boot Menu Description Displays system BIOS version Displays VGA BIOS version Displays the serial number of the system. Parameter System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial # UUID Number System Memory Extended Memory CPU Speed System Time and System Date Quiet Boot...
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... password on boot is required, the password must be set the user password. Option Chapter 2 When set, this screen. Settings in this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized use. Parameter Set User Password 38 Description Press Enter to set otherwise it cannot be enabled. The shift status i.e. The formats...
... password on boot is required, the password must be set the user password. Option Chapter 2 When set, this screen. Settings in this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized use. Parameter Set User Password 38 Description Press Enter to set otherwise it cannot be enabled. The shift status i.e. The formats...
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Allows the user to specify whether or not a password is required to reset it. If you forget your password, you may have three tries before the system halts. Chapter 2 39 Parameter Set Supervisor Password Password on Boot Description Press Enter to enter a password, you have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to boot. Option Disabled or Enabled NOTE: When you are prompted to set , this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. When set the administrator password. Don't forget your password.
Allows the user to specify whether or not a password is required to reset it. If you forget your password, you may have three tries before the system halts. Chapter 2 39 Parameter Set Supervisor Password Password on Boot Description Press Enter to enter a password, you have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to boot. Option Disabled or Enabled NOTE: When you are prompted to set , this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. When set the administrator password. Don't forget your password.
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... ROM. Fellow the steps below to the bootable diskette. 3. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 290 series notebook machine. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery...
... ROM. Fellow the steps below to the bootable diskette. 3. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 290 series notebook machine. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery...
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...shorts or opens; all optional equipment is installed on the hard disk. Use the following : power cords are indicated. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can cause malfunction. verify with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to ...Acer can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms by attempting to "Insyde MobilePro BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages" on page 67 "Intermittent Problems" on page 72 "Undetermined Problems" on page 63. After you perform visual inspection you fellow this model (TravelMate 290...
...shorts or opens; all optional equipment is installed on the hard disk. Use the following : power cords are indicated. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can cause malfunction. verify with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to ...Acer can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms by attempting to "Insyde MobilePro BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages" on page 67 "Intermittent Problems" on page 72 "Undetermined Problems" on page 63. After you perform visual inspection you fellow this model (TravelMate 290...
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..."CMOS FAILURE - The RAM failed during memory test at the indicated location. Parity error during memory test at unknown location. Insyde MobilePro BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. NOTE: Perform the FRU ...with the self-test command. Beep Code short, short, short; short, long, short short, short, short; RUN SCU" "CMOS CHECKSUM INVALID - BIOS ROM checksum failed. CMOS RAM test failed. DMA controller does not work properly. Keyboard controller failed to be replaced when servicing a computer. No video ...
..."CMOS FAILURE - The RAM failed during memory test at the indicated location. Parity error during memory test at unknown location. Insyde MobilePro BIOS POST Beep Code and POST Messages The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. NOTE: Perform the FRU ...with the self-test command. Beep Code short, short, short; short, long, short short, short, short; RUN SCU" "CMOS CHECKSUM INVALID - BIOS ROM checksum failed. CMOS RAM test failed. DMA controller does not work properly. Keyboard controller failed to be replaced when servicing a computer. No video ...
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... LCD connector LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board LCD inverter LCD cable LCD Main board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). See "Power System Check" on . Index of Symptom-to execute "Load...
... LCD connector LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board LCD inverter LCD cable LCD Main board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). See "Power System Check" on . Index of Symptom-to execute "Load...
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... Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly Print problems. Action in the "System Devices" of the computer. Then check if RAM CPU BIOS are well-connected. Chapter 4 71 Keyboard Main board Reconnect touch pad cable. External display does not work . USB does not work ...correctly. Modem port is set to execute "Load Setup defaults", then reboot system. Main board Ensure the "Parallel Port" in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to Enabled. Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 73. Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom...
... Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly Print problems. Action in the "System Devices" of the computer. Then check if RAM CPU BIOS are well-connected. Chapter 4 71 Keyboard Main board Reconnect touch pad cable. External display does not work . USB does not work ...correctly. Modem port is set to execute "Load Setup defaults", then reboot system. Main board Ensure the "Parallel Port" in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to Enabled. Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 73. Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom...
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...for all your technical queries. Also contained on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) T Returned ... will require a user i.d. Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. We are :..., ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. In the Technical Information section you need them. Appendix ... section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you have any suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate...
...for all your technical queries. Also contained on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) T Returned ... will require a user i.d. Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. We are :..., ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. In the Technical Information section you need them. Appendix ... section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you have any suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate...
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A AC Adapter 28 AFLASH Utility 42 B Battery Pack 47 BIOS Setup Utility 33 BIOS Utility 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 ... Diagnostic Diskette 42 System Utilities 33 System Utility Diskette 42 T Temperature 29 Test Compatible Components 95 Touchpad Check 65 Troubleshooting 61 U Undetermined Problems 73 utility BIOS 33 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 96 105
A AC Adapter 28 AFLASH Utility 42 B Battery Pack 47 BIOS Setup Utility 33 BIOS Utility 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 ... Diagnostic Diskette 42 System Utilities 33 System Utility Diskette 42 T Temperature 29 Test Compatible Components 95 Touchpad Check 65 Troubleshooting 61 U Undetermined Problems 73 utility BIOS 33 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 96 105
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... things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view 4 Left view 5 Right view 6 Rear view 7 Bottom view ... bay 23 Using software 24 Audio 26 Adjusting the volume 26 Power management 27 Moving around with your TravelMate 28 Disconnecting from the desktop 28 Moving around 28 Taking the computer home 29 Traveling with the computer ...Connectivity options 37 Upgrade options 42 Using system utilities 45 Launch Manager 45 BIOS Utility 45
... things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view 4 Left view 5 Right view 6 Rear view 7 Bottom view ... bay 23 Using software 24 Audio 26 Adjusting the volume 26 Power management 27 Moving around with your TravelMate 28 Disconnecting from the desktop 28 Moving around 28 Taking the computer home 29 Traveling with the computer ...Connectivity options 37 Upgrade options 42 Using system utilities 45 Launch Manager 45 BIOS Utility 45
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... 17 Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. See "Power management" on and off. Turns the speakers on page 27. Fn-PgUp Volume up Increases the speaker volume. Fn-PgDn Volume down...
... 17 Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. See "Power management" on and off. Turns the speakers on page 27. Fn-PgUp Volume up Increases the speaker volume. Fn-PgDn Volume down...
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...levels of protection for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS Utility. See "BIOS Utility" on the rear of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Using a computer security lock A security...to gain access to secure the lock. Combine the use . Learn how to take care of your computer. Insert the lock into the BIOS Utility. English 33 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to protect and take care of. Wrap a ...
...levels of protection for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS Utility. See "BIOS Utility" on the rear of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Using a computer security lock A security...to gain access to secure the lock. Combine the use . Learn how to take care of your computer. Insert the lock into the BIOS Utility. English 33 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to protect and take care of. Wrap a ...
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...system halts. If you forget your password, please get in the center of this password with your Supervisor! If you press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use . If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message ... Enter. • When the User Password is set, a prompt appears when you fail to enter a password. English 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security. • Password on boot-up and resume from hibernation for four seconds to access the...
...system halts. If you forget your password, please get in the center of this password with your Supervisor! If you press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use . If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message ... Enter. • When the User Password is set, a prompt appears when you fail to enter a password. English 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security. • Password on boot-up and resume from hibernation for four seconds to access the...