TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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...contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. However, system diagnostic utility is ready. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, .... NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. 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 650 series notebook machine. Copy the Phlash utilities...
...contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. However, system diagnostic utility is ready. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to the bootable diskette. 3. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, .... NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. 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 650 series notebook machine. Copy the Phlash utilities...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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.... 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. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to...
.... 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. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the antenna from the upper case. 4. two one each side. 6. two on each side. 2. Then remove the entire LCD module. 52 Chapter 3 Then take out the cable from the upper case with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3. Removing the LCD Module 1. Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; Detach middle cover with a tweezers. 5.
Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the antenna from the upper case. 4. two one each side. 6. two on each side. 2. Then remove the entire LCD module. 52 Chapter 3 Then take out the cable from the upper case with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3. Removing the LCD Module 1. Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; Detach middle cover with a tweezers. 5.
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable. 18. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC. 19. Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. 13. Then remove the top cover shielding. 14. Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Disconnect the microphone cable. Remove the modem/bluetooth combo card then disconnect the connector. 17. Then remove the CPU. 15. Pop out the memory then remove it . 56 Chapter 3 Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it . 16.
Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable. 18. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC. 19. Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. 13. Then remove the top cover shielding. 14. Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Disconnect the microphone cable. Remove the modem/bluetooth combo card then disconnect the connector. 17. Then remove the CPU. 15. Pop out the memory then remove it . 56 Chapter 3 Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it . 16.
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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... is required. Boot from the keyboard is passed when the program runs to be tested. External CD-ROM Drive Check Do the following to a controller, driver, or diskette. If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the system board. If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears...
... is required. Boot from the keyboard is passed when the program runs to be tested. External CD-ROM Drive Check Do the following to a controller, driver, or diskette. If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the system board. If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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From Hardware: 1. For example, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. If the FFC on touch pad PCB connects properly. 5. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time ..., then check if the FCC on touch pad PCB connects properly, then check if LS851 JP1 Pin6=5V are correct. 3. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. Run utility with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is still less than 50% of time. 64 Chapter 4 Do not replace a non...
From Hardware: 1. For example, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. If the FFC on touch pad PCB connects properly. 5. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time ..., then check if the FCC on touch pad PCB connects properly, then check if LS851 JP1 Pin6=5V are correct. 3. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. Run utility with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is still less than 50% of time. 64 Chapter 4 Do not replace a non...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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... for more than 4 seconds. Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work HDD/CD-ROM drive Device driver Main board Action in Sequence Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Power shuts down during operation The system cannot power-on.
... for more than 4 seconds. Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work HDD/CD-ROM drive Device driver Main board Action in Sequence Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Power shuts down during operation The system cannot power-on.
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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 mode The system doesn't enter ... Option Properties Lid close switch in upper case Main board Chapter 4 69 Action in Sequence Power option in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on , but you hear two long beeps: "B--, B--" and the LCD is damaged. ...
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 mode The system doesn't enter ... Option Properties Lid close switch in upper case Main board Chapter 4 69 Action in Sequence Power option in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on , but you hear two long beeps: "B--, B--" and the LCD is damaged. ...
TravelMate 650 Service Guide
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...Check if the battery is low. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). USB does not work . 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...Run printer self-test. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Touchpad board Main board 70 Chapter 4 External display does not work . Device driver Device cable Device Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly Print problems. ...
...Check if the battery is low. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). USB does not work . 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...Run printer self-test. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Touchpad board Main board 70 Chapter 4 External display does not work . Device driver Device cable Device Main board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly Print problems. ...
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Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 73. Chapter 4 71 Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 43.
Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. See "System Diagnostic Diskette" on page 73. Chapter 4 71 Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 43.
Travelmate 650 User Guide
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... "when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from country 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. 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 a client's office building or...
... "when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from country 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. 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 a client's office building or...
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...
Travelmate 650 User Guide
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... work . Check the following : • Make sure that the printer is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press F2 to the USB 2.0 connector on Dialing Properties and begin setting up my location...
... work . Check the following : • Make sure that the printer is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press F2 to the USB 2.0 connector on Dialing Properties and begin setting up my location...