TravelMate 4220 - 2480 User's Guide
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... the location of guides: First off To turn on page 15 for your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. See "Front view" on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. It is not installed on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF...
... the location of guides: First off To turn on page 15 for your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. See "Front view" on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. It is not installed on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF...
TravelMate 4220 - 2480 User's Guide
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... passwords 54 Setting passwords 54 Expanding through options 55 Connectivity options 55 Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 PC Card slot 57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Power management 60 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 61 Restore from backup 61 Create factory default image CD 62 Re-install bundled software without CD 62 Change password 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error...
... passwords 54 Setting passwords 54 Expanding through options 55 Connectivity options 55 Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 PC Card slot 57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Power management 60 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 61 Restore from backup 61 Create factory default image CD 62 Re-install bundled software without CD 62 Change password 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error...
TravelMate 4220 - 2480 User's Guide
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...'s power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Check the following: • If you set to the appropriate resolution. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Each computer display...
...'s power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Check the following: • If you set to the appropriate resolution. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Each computer display...
Aspire 3680, Aspire 5600, TravelMate 4220, and TravelMate 2480 Service Guide
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... 9 Indicators 14 Easy-Launch Buttons 15 Touchpad 16 Using the Keyboard 17 Using the System Utilities 22 Acer Empowering Technology 25 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 35 Chapter2 System Utilities 46 BIOS Setup Utility 46 Information 47 Main 48 Security 50 Boot 53 Exit 54 Chapter3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 55 General Information 56 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 57 Removing the Adapter and Battery Pack 58 Removing the TV Tuner, Heatsink Module, CPU, and HDD Module 59 Removing the Memory and Wireless Card...
... 9 Indicators 14 Easy-Launch Buttons 15 Touchpad 16 Using the Keyboard 17 Using the System Utilities 22 Acer Empowering Technology 25 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 35 Chapter2 System Utilities 46 BIOS Setup Utility 46 Information 47 Main 48 Security 50 Boot 53 Exit 54 Chapter3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 55 General Information 56 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 57 Removing the Adapter and Battery Pack 58 Removing the TV Tuner, Heatsink Module, CPU, and HDD Module 59 Removing the Memory and Wireless Card...
Aspire 3680, Aspire 5600, TravelMate 4220, and TravelMate 2480 Service Guide
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...drive Internal optical drive; button 2 PC Card slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. # # IIctoenm Item DescDripestciorinption 3 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 4 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 5 External Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, display(VGA) port LCD projector) # Icon Item Description 6 # Icon Item Description Chapter 1 accepts CDs or DVDs 2 N/A Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active...
...drive Internal optical drive; button 2 PC Card slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. # # IIctoenm Item DescDripestciorinption 3 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 4 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 5 External Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, display(VGA) port LCD projector) # Icon Item Description 6 # Icon Item Description Chapter 1 accepts CDs or DVDs 2 N/A Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active...
Aspire 3680, Aspire 5600, TravelMate 4220, and TravelMate 2480 Service Guide
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... your own profiles. Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on the main screen. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. You can define up to use as default printer settings. Acer Mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Create new power scheme 1. Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four...
... your own profiles. Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on the main screen. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. You can define up to use as default printer settings. Acer Mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Create new power scheme 1. Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four...
Aspire 3680, Aspire 5600, TravelMate 4220, and TravelMate 2480 Service Guide
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... Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select 4 Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Information Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Dicarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS Exit utility without saving Setup data to CMOS Load default values for all SETUP items Save Setup Data...
... Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select 4 Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Information Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Dicarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS Exit utility without saving Setup data to CMOS Load default values for all SETUP items Save Setup Data...
Aspire 3680, Aspire 5600, TravelMate 4220, and TravelMate 2480 Service Guide
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... all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Enable USB devices Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode...
... all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Enable USB devices Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode...
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... / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off . Battery pack Power adapter CPU Main board In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Enter BIOS Utility to running "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Verify OS in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Next, enter BIOS utility to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Action in the HDD. Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work ). Battery pack AC adapter See if the thermal module is...
... / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off . Battery pack Power adapter CPU Main board In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Enter BIOS Utility to running "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Verify OS in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Next, enter BIOS utility to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Action in the HDD. Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work ). Battery pack AC adapter See if the thermal module is...
Aspire 3680, Aspire 5600, TravelMate 4220, and TravelMate 2480 Service Guide
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... board Speaker Main board Audio driver Volume control in Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation mode The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in upper case Main board Chapter 4 95 System can 't be inserted or ejected Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot system. Battery pack Main board ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board...
... board Speaker Main board Audio driver Volume control in Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation mode The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in upper case Main board Chapter 4 95 System can 't be inserted or ejected Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot system. Battery pack Main board ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board...
TravelMate 4520/4220, Extensa 4420/4120 Service Guide
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... Removing the LCD Module Hinges 60 Removing the LCD Panel 60 Removing the LCD-CCD Cable 61 Removing the LCD Panel Brackets 62 Removing the Internal Microphone and the CCD Board 63 Removing the WLAN Antennas 64 Hardware Diagnostic Procedure 65 System Troubleshooting 65 Chapter 4 65 System Check Procedures 66 External Diskette Drive Check 66 External CD-ROM Drive Check 66 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66 Memory Check 67 Power System Check 67 Touchpad Check 68 POST Error Indicators...
... Removing the LCD Module Hinges 60 Removing the LCD Panel 60 Removing the LCD-CCD Cable 61 Removing the LCD Panel Brackets 62 Removing the Internal Microphone and the CCD Board 63 Removing the WLAN Antennas 64 Hardware Diagnostic Procedure 65 System Troubleshooting 65 Chapter 4 65 System Check Procedures 66 External Diskette Drive Check 66 External CD-ROM Drive Check 66 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66 Memory Check 67 Power System Check 67 Touchpad Check 68 POST Error Indicators...
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... line. 8 Chapter 1 Connects to a television or display device with an Svideo input. USB 2.0 ports Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network (selected models). Connects to USB 2.0 devices. Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Rear View Number 1 2 Icon Item Ventilation slots Modem port (RJ-11) Description Enable the computer to an AC adapter. Supports both NTSC and PAL standards. Accepts one Type II PC Card. Connects to an external display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
... line. 8 Chapter 1 Connects to a television or display device with an Svideo input. USB 2.0 ports Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network (selected models). Connects to USB 2.0 devices. Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Rear View Number 1 2 Icon Item Ventilation slots Modem port (RJ-11) Description Enable the computer to an AC adapter. Supports both NTSC and PAL standards. Accepts one Type II PC Card. Connects to an external display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
TravelMate 4520/4220, Extensa 4420/4120 Service Guide
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... HDD password. Press Enter. Turn off the computer and unplug all the peripherals connected to verify the first entry, then press Enter. The password box appears. 2. Retype the new password to it. 2. Type the original password, then press Enter. 3. You will not be able to the Setup Utility. Remove the lower case cover according to the instructions described on page 32. 20 Chapter 2 Remove the memory modules according to the instructions...
... HDD password. Press Enter. Turn off the computer and unplug all the peripherals connected to verify the first entry, then press Enter. The password box appears. 2. Retype the new password to it. 2. Type the original password, then press Enter. 3. You will not be able to the Setup Utility. Remove the lower case cover according to the instructions described on page 32. 20 Chapter 2 Remove the memory modules according to the instructions...
TravelMate 4520/4220, Extensa 4420/4120 Service Guide
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... FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in normal video (white text on page 81. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it either displays a POST error message, or emits a series of memory installed. This index can also help you make changes in this situation BIOS will shut down the system, no message will be replaced when servicing a computer...
... FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in normal video (white text on page 81. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it either displays a POST error message, or emits a series of memory installed. This index can also help you make changes in this situation BIOS will shut down the system, no message will be replaced when servicing a computer...
TravelMate 4520/4220, Extensa 4420/4120 Service Guide
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... the Setup Utility. Default configuration used Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Diskette drive A error Incorrect Drive A type - BIOS ROM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board Replace the RTC battery, then access the Setup Utility to reconfigure the system time settings. RTC battery Run the Setup Utility to reconfigure the system time setttings. System board Run the Setup Utility, then press F9 to reconfigure the system time settings. RTC battery Run the Setup Utility to load the system defaults. Unlock key switch Monitor type...
... the Setup Utility. Default configuration used Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Diskette drive A error Incorrect Drive A type - BIOS ROM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board Replace the RTC battery, then access the Setup Utility to reconfigure the system time settings. RTC battery Run the Setup Utility to reconfigure the system time setttings. System board Run the Setup Utility, then press F9 to reconfigure the system time settings. RTC battery Run the Setup Utility to load the system defaults. Unlock key switch Monitor type...
TravelMate 4520/4220, Extensa 4420/4120 Service Guide
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... vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines...
... vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines...
TravelMate 4520/4220, Extensa 4420/4120 Service Guide
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...68 BIOS BIOS flash 24 BIOS recovery 24 check version 16 configuration utility 13 flash utility 24 package 124 password control 124 Phoenix TrustedCore Setup Util- ity 13 ROM size 124 ROM type 124 specifications 124 vendor 124 Version 124 BIOS Supports protocol 124 Bluetooth board, removing 53 compatibility test 114 function switch 6 interface 2 status indicator 10 Bluetooth board cable connector 84 cable, part number 90, 99 part number 89, 98 boot -up options drive sequence 22 boot-up options multi-boot menu 17 power-on password 18 Quiet Boot 17 remote boot 17 C card reader board, part number...
...68 BIOS BIOS flash 24 BIOS recovery 24 check version 16 configuration utility 13 flash utility 24 package 124 password control 124 Phoenix TrustedCore Setup Util- ity 13 ROM size 124 ROM type 124 specifications 124 vendor 124 Version 124 BIOS Supports protocol 124 Bluetooth board, removing 53 compatibility test 114 function switch 6 interface 2 status indicator 10 Bluetooth board cable connector 84 cable, part number 90, 99 part number 89, 98 boot -up options drive sequence 22 boot-up options multi-boot menu 17 power-on password 18 Quiet Boot 17 remote boot 17 C card reader board, part number...
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...-in jack 6 lower case part number 95, 104 lower case cover part number 95, 104 removing 32 M main unit disassembly Bluetooth board 53 card reader board 52 DIMM 32 fingerprint board 50 flowchart 41 keyboard 42 LCD module 43 LED board 49 middle cover 42 modem board 55 speakers 55 system board 54 touchpad board 50 upper case 47 memory check size 17 DIMM slots 85 part number 95, 104 removing DIMM 32 troubleshooting 67 microphone cable connector 84 line-in jack 6 location 5 129
...-in jack 6 lower case part number 95, 104 lower case cover part number 95, 104 removing 32 M main unit disassembly Bluetooth board 53 card reader board 52 DIMM 32 fingerprint board 50 flowchart 41 keyboard 42 LCD module 43 LED board 49 middle cover 42 modem board 55 speakers 55 system board 54 touchpad board 50 upper case 47 memory check size 17 DIMM slots 85 part number 95, 104 removing DIMM 32 troubleshooting 67 microphone cable connector 84 line-in jack 6 location 5 129
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... cover part number 95, 104 removing 42 modem board connector 85 part number 90, 99 removing 55 modem cable part number 91, 100 modem port location 8 O ODD, see optical disc drive 7 Online Support Information 82 operating system 4 optical disc drive access indicator 7 bracket, part number 95, 104 bracket, removing 37 drive options 1 DVD module, part number 96, 105 eject button 7 emergency eject hole 7 location 7 module connector 85 removing 36 troubleshooting 66 P palmrest 5 PC Card slot compatibility test 115 eject button 8 location 8 Phoenix TrustedCore Setup Utility accessing 14 Boot menu...
... cover part number 95, 104 removing 42 modem board connector 85 part number 90, 99 removing 55 modem cable part number 91, 100 modem port location 8 O ODD, see optical disc drive 7 Online Support Information 82 operating system 4 optical disc drive access indicator 7 bracket, part number 95, 104 bracket, removing 37 drive options 1 DVD module, part number 96, 105 eject button 7 emergency eject hole 7 location 7 module connector 85 removing 36 troubleshooting 66 P palmrest 5 PC Card slot compatibility test 115 eject button 8 location 8 Phoenix TrustedCore Setup Utility accessing 14 Boot menu...
TravelMate 4220 / 4520 User's Guide EN
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...2 Item Ventilation slots Modem (RJ-11) port Description Enable the computer to an AC adapter. button PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card. 3 Two USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB ports mouse, USB camera). 4 S-Video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) port with S-video input. 5 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. 6 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 7 DC-in jack Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Connects to a phone...
...2 Item Ventilation slots Modem (RJ-11) port Description Enable the computer to an AC adapter. button PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card. 3 Two USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB ports mouse, USB camera). 4 S-Video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) port with S-video input. 5 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. 6 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 7 DC-in jack Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Connects to a phone...