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... Phlash utilities to CSD website as soon as service CD released. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to the bootable diskette. 3. Chapter 2 43 Use the Phlash utility to... flash ROM. However, system diagnostic utility is not ready as it becomes corrupted. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 650 series notebook machine. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function.
... Phlash utilities to CSD website as soon as service CD released. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to the bootable diskette. 3. Chapter 2 43 Use the Phlash utility to... flash ROM. However, system diagnostic utility is not ready as it becomes corrupted. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the Acer TravelMate 650 series notebook machine. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function.
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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... size. 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. To disassemble the computer, you remove the stripe cover, please be...
... size. 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. To disassemble the computer, you remove the stripe cover, please be...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; two one each side. 6. two on each side. 2. Then remove the entire LCD module. 52 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1. Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the antenna from the upper case. 4. Then take out the cable from the upper case with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. Detach middle cover with a tweezers. 5.
Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; two one each side. 6. two on each side. 2. Then remove the entire LCD module. 52 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1. Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the antenna from the upper case. 4. Then take out the cable from the upper case with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. Detach middle cover with a tweezers. 5.
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Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. 13. Then remove the CPU. 15. Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable. 18. Then remove the top cover shielding. 14. Remove the modem/bluetooth combo card then disconnect the connector. 17. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC. 19. Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Disconnect the microphone cable. Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it . 16. Pop out the memory then remove it . 56 Chapter 3
Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. 13. Then remove the CPU. 15. Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable. 18. Then remove the top cover shielding. 14. Remove the modem/bluetooth combo card then disconnect the connector. 17. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC. 19. Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Disconnect the microphone cable. Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it . 16. Pop out the memory then remove it . 56 Chapter 3
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... to FDD Test. 3. Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is passed as the program runs to a controller, driver, or diskette. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 43 for details. 1. Make sure that the flexible cable extending from the diagnostics diskette and start the...
... to FDD Test. 3. Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is passed as the program runs to a controller, driver, or diskette. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 43 for details. 1. Make sure that the flexible cable extending from the diagnostics diskette and start the...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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...install the battery pack. Touchpad check If the touchpad doesn't work, do the following: From Software: 1. For example, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. In Power Meter, confirm that has less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. From Hardware: 1. Remove the battery pack and measure ...if the parameters shown in control Panel 2. See the following figure 3. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. This symptom is on the screen for a short time. After you identify first the problem is not a hardware problem. If the charge ...
...install the battery pack. Touchpad check If the touchpad doesn't work, do the following: From Software: 1. For example, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. In Power Meter, confirm that has less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. From Hardware: 1. Remove the battery pack and measure ...if the parameters shown in control Panel 2. See the following figure 3. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. This symptom is on the screen for a short time. After you identify first the problem is not a hardware problem. If the charge ...
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... during operation The system cannot power-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. Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work ). Reconnect the LCD connectors. The system...
... during operation The system cannot power-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. Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work ). Reconnect the LCD connectors. The system...
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... Power option 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 Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation ... doesn't enter standby mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. PC Card cannot be charged or discharged System hang during POST Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to ...
... Power option 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 Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation ... doesn't enter standby mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. PC Card cannot be charged or discharged System hang during POST Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to ...
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...External display does not work . Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Keyboard Main board ...Reconnect touchpad cable. Device driver Device cable Device Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly...
...External display does not work . Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Printer driver Printer cable Printer Main board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Keyboard Main board ...Reconnect touchpad cable. Device driver Device cable Device Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly...
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Chapter 4 71 Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 73. 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.
Chapter 4 71 Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 73. 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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... traveling. Traveling 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 significant periods of time, you might also want to protect your computer while traveling...gate area. Airport security X-ray machines are moving from your office building to hand-held metal detectors. 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate If you use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking it home. What to bring with you Bring the ...
... traveling. Traveling 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 significant periods of time, you might also want to protect your computer while traveling...gate area. Airport security X-ray machines are moving from your office building to hand-held metal detectors. 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate If you use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking it home. What to bring with you Bring the ...
Travelmate 650 User Guide
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... use converter kits sold 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 customs officials • International Traveler's Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer.
... use converter kits sold 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 customs officials • International Traveler's Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer.
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.... • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to set up my location 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 a power outlet and that the infrared port is enabled. Nothing should be...
.... • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to set up my location 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 a power outlet and that the infrared port is enabled. Nothing should be...