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... system diagnostic utility is ready. Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded. Prepare a ...when it is not ready as it becomes corrupted. Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash utility. Chapter 2 43 If .... 3. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 650 series notebook machine.
... system diagnostic utility is ready. Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded. Prepare a ...when it is not ready as it becomes corrupted. Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash utility. Chapter 2 43 If .... 3. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 650 series notebook machine.
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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... cover. When you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Small Philips screw driver T Philips screw driver T Flat head screwdriver T Plastic flat head screw driver T Hex screw driver T Tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step...
... cover. When you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Small Philips screw driver T Philips screw driver T Flat head screwdriver T Plastic flat head screw driver T Hex screw driver T Tweezers NOTE: The screws for maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. two on each side. 2. Removing the LCD Module 1. Then take out the cable from the upper case with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3. Detach middle cover with a tweezers. 5. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; Then remove the entire LCD module. 52 Chapter 3 Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the antenna from the upper case. 4. two one each side. 6.
Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. two on each side. 2. Removing the LCD Module 1. Then take out the cable from the upper case with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3. Detach middle cover with a tweezers. 5. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; Then remove the entire LCD module. 52 Chapter 3 Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the antenna from the upper case. 4. two one each side. 6.
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC. 19. Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable. 18. Then remove the CPU. 15. Remove the modem/bluetooth combo card then disconnect the connector. 17. Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it . 16. Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. Disconnect the microphone cable. 13. Pop out the memory then remove it . 56 Chapter 3 Then remove the top cover shielding. 14.
Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC. 19. Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable. 18. Then remove the CPU. 15. Remove the modem/bluetooth combo card then disconnect the connector. 17. Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it . 16. Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. Disconnect the microphone cable. 13. Pop out the memory then remove it . 56 Chapter 3 Then remove the top cover shielding. 14.
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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... work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable extending from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program (refer to a controller, driver, or diskette. If the keyboard cable connection is required. The following to select the test device. NOTE: Make sure that the CD-ROM does not...
... work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable extending from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program (refer to a controller, driver, or diskette. If the keyboard cable connection is required. The following to select the test device. NOTE: Make sure that the CD-ROM does not...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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...indicator still does not light up , remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature. For example, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. Replace touch pad PCB. 7. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. This ...when installed in a short period of time. 64 Chapter 4 If yes, then replace switch board. From Hardware: 1. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. Re-install the battery pack. No service actions are pulese. If the the PS/2 mouse does not work , then replace FPC on recharging...
...indicator still does not light up , remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature. For example, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. Replace touch pad PCB. 7. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. This ...when installed in a short period of time. 64 Chapter 4 If yes, then replace switch board. From Hardware: 1. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. Re-install the battery pack. No service actions are pulese. If the the PS/2 mouse does not work , then replace FPC on recharging...
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... / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system Main board runs correctly HDD/CD-ROM active indicators cannot work HDD/CD-ROM drive Device driver Main board Action in Sequence First, plug a monitor to CRT port. See "Power System Check" on page 63. Main board 68 Chapter 4 Reconnect the LCD...
... / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system Main board runs correctly HDD/CD-ROM active indicators cannot work HDD/CD-ROM drive Device driver Main board Action in Sequence First, plug a monitor to CRT port. See "Power System Check" on page 63. Main board 68 Chapter 4 Reconnect the LCD...
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... the portable computer. Action in upper case Main board Chapter 4 69 Microphone cannot work Action in Sequence OS volume control Audio driver Speaker Main board Speaker Main board Audio driver Volume control in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Check if the PCMCIA slot is blocked Main board Memory...
... the portable computer. Action in upper case Main board Chapter 4 69 Microphone cannot work Action in Sequence OS volume control Audio driver Speaker Main board Speaker Main board Audio driver Volume control in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Check if the PCMCIA slot is blocked Main board Memory...
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... board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Setup defaults", then reboot system. Touchpad board Main board 70 Chapter 4 Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Battery pack Main ...board System hangs intermittently. Device driver Device cable Device Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work . Touchpad ...
... board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Setup defaults", then reboot system. Touchpad board Main board 70 Chapter 4 Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Battery pack Main ...board System hangs intermittently. Device driver Device cable Device Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work . Touchpad ...
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Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 73. Chapter 4 71 Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly. Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 43.
Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 73. Chapter 4 71 Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly. Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 43.
Travelmate 650 User Guide
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...following items 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 at home for instance, from country to country" Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as carry-on...charged. Airport security may require you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate If you use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for traveling. Traveling with the computer "when you are safe, but ...
...following items 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 at home for instance, from country to country" Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as carry-on...charged. Airport security may require you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate If you use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for traveling. Traveling with the computer "when you are safe, but ...
Travelmate 650 User Guide
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... cords that are appropriate 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 converter kits sold for appliances to customs officials • International Traveler's Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special...
... cords that are appropriate 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 converter kits sold for appliances to customs officials • International Traveler's Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special...
Travelmate 650 User Guide
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... sure you have the appropriate software running on the printer. • During POST, press F2 to use your communications software (e.g., 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 port is enabled...
... sure you have the appropriate software running on the printer. • During POST, press F2 to use your communications software (e.g., 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 port is enabled...