TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 7
.../945PM+ICH7M T Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology (for TravelMate 4280/ 4230) T Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) (for Aspire 5680/5630 and TravelMate 4280/4230) T 256/512 MB of DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two so DIMM modules (dual-
.../945PM+ICH7M T Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology (for TravelMate 4280/ 4230) T Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) (for Aspire 5680/5630 and TravelMate 4280/4230) T 256/512 MB of DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two so DIMM modules (dual-
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 29
... TravelMate Series: Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on and off. Fn-w Volume up Increases the speaker volume. Fn-F3 Fn-F4 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Sleep mode. Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. Press any key to save power...
... TravelMate Series: Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on and off. Fn-w Volume up Increases the speaker volume. Fn-F3 Fn-F4 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Sleep mode. Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. Press any key to save power...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 38
... password information. Choose existing scheme to use as default printer settings. Settings stored include network connection settings(IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as a template. 3. You can define up to three of your own profiles. Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically apply the appropriate profile when you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons...
... password information. Choose existing scheme to use as default printer settings. Settings stored include network connection settings(IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as a template. 3. You can define up to three of your own profiles. Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically apply the appropriate profile when you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 41
... Flash BIOS 32-pin PLCC ACPI 1.0b/2.0/3.0, PCI2.2, System/HDD Password Security Control, INT 13h Extensions, PnP 1.0a, SMBIOS 2.4, BIOS Boot Specification (Compaq, Phoenix, INtel), Simple Boot Flag 1.0, Boot Block, PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification,USB 1.1/2.0, PC Card 95, IrDA 1.0, Intel AC97 CNR Specification, WfM 2.0, PXE 2.1, Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface (BIS) 1.0, PC99a and Mobile PC2001 Compliant, Intel (R) SpeedStep Technology, Legacy 1394 Device support, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse Set by setup manual Specification...
... Flash BIOS 32-pin PLCC ACPI 1.0b/2.0/3.0, PCI2.2, System/HDD Password Security Control, INT 13h Extensions, PnP 1.0a, SMBIOS 2.4, BIOS Boot Specification (Compaq, Phoenix, INtel), Simple Boot Flag 1.0, Boot Block, PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification,USB 1.1/2.0, PC Card 95, IrDA 1.0, Intel AC97 CNR Specification, WfM 2.0, PXE 2.1, Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface (BIS) 1.0, PC99a and Mobile PC2001 Compliant, Intel (R) SpeedStep Technology, Legacy 1394 Device support, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse Set by setup manual Specification...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 42
... lists some system memory configurations. LAN Interface Item Chipset BroadCom BCM4401E Specification 36 Chapter 1 You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification Built-in Intel® 945GM/945PM (for Aspire 3690/TravelMate 2490) 0MB (no on-board memory...
... lists some system memory configurations. LAN Interface Item Chipset BroadCom BCM4401E Specification 36 Chapter 1 You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification Built-in Intel® 945GM/945PM (for Aspire 3690/TravelMate 2490) 0MB (no on-board memory...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 59
... system halts. Shows the setting of the user password. Option Clear or Set Clear or Set Disabled or Enabled NOTE: When you have to return your notebook computer to set the supervisor password. Use the w andy keys to "Set". 4. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. Press Enter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. When user password is required or not while...
... system halts. Shows the setting of the user password. Option Clear or Set Clear or Set Disabled or Enabled NOTE: When you have to return your notebook computer to set the supervisor password. Use the w andy keys to "Set". 4. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. Press Enter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. When user password is required or not while...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 60
... user presses u. Use the w and y keys to "Clear". 4. Use the w and y keys to "Set". 5. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will display as following. The Set Password box appears: 2. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. When you the Setup Warning. 52 Chapter 2 Changing a Password 1. The password setting is OK, the screen will show you have changed the settings...
... user presses u. Use the w and y keys to "Clear". 4. Use the w and y keys to "Set". 5. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will display as following. The Set Password box appears: 2. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. When you the Setup Warning. 52 Chapter 2 Changing a Password 1. The password setting is OK, the screen will show you have changed the settings...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 63
...; Select 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. Load previous values from unauthorized use. Parameter Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Default Discard Changes Save Changes Description Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS. Load default values for all SETUP item. Chapter...
...; Select 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. Load previous values from unauthorized use. Parameter Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Default Discard Changes Save Changes Description Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS. Load default values for all SETUP item. Chapter...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 87
... Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error System disabled. System CMOS checksum bad - Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 68. Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 68. "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. System board Chapter 4 79 Hard disk drive System board Stuck Key see "Keyboard...
... Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error System disabled. System CMOS checksum bad - Keyboard error see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 68. Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 68. "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. System board Chapter 4 79 Hard disk drive System board Stuck Key see "Keyboard...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 91
... 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 Jump to User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup...
... 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 Jump to User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 93
... the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Initialize System Management Mode Output one beep before boot Boot to Mini DOS Clear Huge Segment Boot...
... the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Initialize System Management Mode Output one beep before boot Boot to Mini DOS Clear Huge Segment Boot...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 94
... Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Action in Sequence Indicator incorrectly remains off . See "Power System Check" on . Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Reconnect the LCD connectors. See "Power System Check" on page 69. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD...
... Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Action in Sequence Indicator incorrectly remains off . See "Power System Check" on . Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Reconnect the LCD connectors. See "Power System Check" on page 69. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 95
.... Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 71. Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can't be charged Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from the keyboard) Hard disk drive System board Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode. Keyboard (if control is...
.... Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 71. Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can't be charged Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from the keyboard) Hard disk drive System board Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode. Keyboard (if control is...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 Service Guide
Page 96
... "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching System board System board Ensure the "Parallel Port" in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work . Remove battery pack...
... "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching System board System board Ensure the "Parallel Port" in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work . Remove battery pack...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN
Page 8
... mobile computing needs. The printed User's Guide introduces you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. See "Front view" on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. Follow the instructions on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your...
... mobile computing needs. The printed User's Guide introduces you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. See "Front view" on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. Follow the instructions on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN
Page 22
...: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. AC mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to the panel on the main screen. You can define up to use as a template. 3 Select whether used for mains (AC) or battery mode. 4 Choose which power options...
...: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. AC mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to the panel on the main screen. You can define up to use as a template. 3 Select whether used for mains (AC) or battery mode. 4 Choose which power options...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN
Page 29
... Rear view English # Icon Item Description 1 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 2 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 4 S-video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) port with S-video input (for selected models). 5 External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video connections (for selected models). 7 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged...
... Rear view English # Icon Item Description 1 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 2 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 4 S-video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) port with S-video input (for selected models). 5 External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video connections (for selected models). 7 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged...
TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN
Page 56
Remove or replace it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Image is set to the appropriate resolution. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Nothing appears on the screen. Press and release the power button to save power. Then click on the...
Remove or replace it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Image is set to the appropriate resolution. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Nothing appears on the screen. Press and release the power button to save power. Then click on the...
TravelMate 4230/4530 Quick Guide
Page 5
... User Guide as well as "only for meeting your mobile computing needs. For instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for certain models". Such instances are only contained in certain models of the series, but not necessarily in the TravelMate product series. The printed Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of guides...
... User Guide as well as "only for meeting your mobile computing needs. For instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for certain models". Such instances are only contained in certain models of the series, but not necessarily in the TravelMate product series. The printed Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of guides...
TravelMate 4230/4530 Quick Guide
Page 9
... Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 PC Card slot Accepts one card can operate at any given time. 8 PC Card slot eject Ejects the PC Card from the slot. button Note: Only one Type II PC Card. 7 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture...
... Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 PC Card slot Accepts one card can operate at any given time. 8 PC Card slot eject Ejects the PC Card from the slot. button Note: Only one Type II PC Card. 7 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture...
