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... further technical details. 2. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your Acer office may have decided to extend the functionality of this printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to the BASIC... it will NOT be covered in the printed Service Guide. In such cases, please contact your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). V This Service Guide provides you should check the most up-to order FRU parts for...
... further technical details. 2. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your Acer office may have decided to extend the functionality of this printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to the BASIC... it will NOT be covered in the printed Service Guide. In such cases, please contact your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). V This Service Guide provides you should check the most up-to order FRU parts for...
TravelMate 800 Service Guide
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... Machine Disassembly and Replacement 47 General Information 48 Before You Begin 48 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 49 Removing the ODD Module / HDD Module / Memory / Wireless LAN card 52 Removing the ODD Module 52 Removing the HDD Module 52 Removing the Wireless LAN Card 52 Removing the... Memory 53 Removing the LCD Module / Keyboard / Function Keyboard 53 Removing the Function Keyboard 55 Disassembling the Main Unit 55 Removing the Touchpad 57 Removing the Memory 57 Removing the Thermal Module 58 VII
... Machine Disassembly and Replacement 47 General Information 48 Before You Begin 48 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 49 Removing the ODD Module / HDD Module / Memory / Wireless LAN card 52 Removing the ODD Module 52 Removing the HDD Module 52 Removing the Wireless LAN Card 52 Removing the... Memory 53 Removing the LCD Module / Keyboard / Function Keyboard 53 Removing the Function Keyboard 55 Disassembling the Main Unit 55 Removing the Touchpad 57 Removing the Memory 57 Removing the Thermal Module 58 VII
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...Check Procedures 64 External Diskette Drive Check 64 External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Check 64 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 65 Memory Check 65 Power System Check 65 Touchpad Check 67 Display Check 67 Sound Check 68 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message... Problems 76 Index of AFlash BIOS Error Message 77 Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 79 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 96 TravelMate 800 Series 96 Main Features 97 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 99 Microsoft® Windows® XP Environment Test 100 Microsoft® Windows® ...
...Check Procedures 64 External Diskette Drive Check 64 External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Check 64 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 65 Memory Check 65 Power System Check 65 Touchpad Check 67 Display Check 67 Sound Check 68 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message... Problems 76 Index of AFlash BIOS Error Message 77 Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 79 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 96 TravelMate 800 Series 96 Main Features 97 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 99 Microsoft® Windows® XP Environment Test 100 Microsoft® Windows® ...
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...February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Chapter 1 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with well-positioned touchpad Expansion • • Upgradeable memory modules and hard disk PC card slot enables a range of its many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® M Processor, 1.3... x 1050 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colors The 15.0" UXGA TFT LCD with 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colors TravelMate 800 series notebook computer features an accelerated graphics port (AGP) video system in -one design (incorporating hard drive and optical drive) •...
...February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Chapter 1 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with well-positioned touchpad Expansion • • Upgradeable memory modules and hard disk PC card slot enables a range of its many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® M Processor, 1.3... x 1050 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colors The 15.0" UXGA TFT LCD with 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colors TravelMate 800 series notebook computer features an accelerated graphics port (AGP) video system in -one design (incorporating hard drive and optical drive) •...
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...-PCI cards. 7 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and vibration. 8 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 9 Memory compartment Houses the computer's memory. 10 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Chapter 1 11
...-PCI cards. 7 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and vibration. 8 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 9 Memory compartment Houses the computer's memory. 10 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Chapter 1 11
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...size 1st level cache control 2st level cache control System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard 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 Acer 1.0 Flash ROM 512KB PLCC ACPI 1.0b, APM 1.2,... enabled Specification Specification Intel ODEM 0MB 2 sockets 512MB 1024MB Synchronous DRAM 133 MHz 3.3V 200-pin soDIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. 22 Chapter 1
...size 1st level cache control 2st level cache control System Memory Item Memory controller Onboard 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 Acer 1.0 Flash ROM 512KB PLCC ACPI 1.0b, APM 1.2,... enabled Specification Specification Intel ODEM 0MB 2 sockets 512MB 1024MB Synchronous DRAM 133 MHz 3.3V 200-pin soDIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. 22 Chapter 1
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...with various capacities to form other combinations. . SG_TM800.book Page 23 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 128MB 512MB 640MB...256MB 512MB 768MB 512MB 128MB 640MB 512MB 256MB 768MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. LAN Interface Item Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Broadcom BCM4401 10/100 Mbps RJ-45...
...with various capacities to form other combinations. . SG_TM800.book Page 23 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 0MB 128MB 128MB 0MB 256MB 256MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 0MB 1024MB 1024MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 128MB 512MB 640MB...256MB 512MB 768MB 512MB 128MB 640MB 512MB 256MB 768MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. LAN Interface Item Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Broadcom BCM4401 10/100 Mbps RJ-45...
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... 1 TV-out port One Plastic Power Mode LED, Battery Charge LED, Caps Lock, Num Lock, Media Activity LED, Bluetooth Activity and Wireless LAN Activity Power Memory Address Map Memory Address 00100000h-000F0000h 000CD000h-000C0000h 000C0000h-000A0000h 000A0000h-00000000h Size 512 KB 128 KB 640KB Function System BIOS VGA BIOS Video...
... 1 TV-out port One Plastic Power Mode LED, Battery Charge LED, Caps Lock, Num Lock, Media Activity LED, Bluetooth Activity and Wireless LAN Activity Power Memory Address Map Memory Address 00100000h-000F0000h 000CD000h-000C0000h 000C0000h-000A0000h 000A0000h-00000000h Size 512 KB 128 KB 640KB Function System BIOS VGA BIOS Video...
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... is connected on display will be shown if the device control is fixed to disable or auto. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB This field reports the VGA memory size of the system. Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and Summary Screen is disabled or enabled....the system will detect if any external display device is disabled. Settings in this screen. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Fast Boot Power on display LCD Auto Dim Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Determines if Customer Logo will be ...
... is connected on display will be shown if the device control is fixed to disable or auto. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB This field reports the VGA memory size of the system. Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and Summary Screen is disabled or enabled....the system will detect if any external display device is disabled. Settings in this screen. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Fast Boot Power on display LCD Auto Dim Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Determines if Customer Logo will be ...
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...to finish BIOS flash, you use the Flash. SG_TM800.book Page 44 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette...1. The Flash utility has auto-execution function. 44 Chapter 2 Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required for the following conditions: • New versions ...
...to finish BIOS flash, you use the Flash. SG_TM800.book Page 44 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette...1. The Flash utility has auto-execution function. 44 Chapter 2 Copy the Phlash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required for the following conditions: • New versions ...
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SG_TM800.book Page 52 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Removing the ODD Module / HDD Module / Memory / Wireless LAN card Removing the ODD Module 1. Slide the optical disk drive latch and remove the optical disk drive. Removing the HDD Module 1. Unscrew the 1 ...
SG_TM800.book Page 52 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Removing the ODD Module / HDD Module / Memory / Wireless LAN card Removing the ODD Module 1. Slide the optical disk drive latch and remove the optical disk drive. Removing the HDD Module 1. Unscrew the 1 ...
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Removing the LCD Module / Keyboard / Function Keyboard Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the middle cover as shown. 2. Remove the entire LCD module. Then unscrew the other 2 screws on one side. 4. Chapter 3 53 Unscrew the 2 screws that secures the Dimm door. 2. Disconnect the LCD cable. 3. SG_TM800.book Page 53 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Removing the Memory 1. Unscrew the 1 screw that secure the LCD module on the other side. 5. Remove the Dimm door.
Removing the LCD Module / Keyboard / Function Keyboard Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the middle cover as shown. 2. Remove the entire LCD module. Then unscrew the other 2 screws on one side. 4. Chapter 3 53 Unscrew the 2 screws that secures the Dimm door. 2. Disconnect the LCD cable. 3. SG_TM800.book Page 53 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Removing the Memory 1. Unscrew the 1 screw that secure the LCD module on the other side. 5. Remove the Dimm door.
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Disconnect and remove the short touchpad cable as shown. Disconnect the short touchpad cable from touchpad board. 3. Pop up and remove the memory. Chapter 3 57 SG_TM800.book Page 57 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Removing the Touchpad 1. Disconnect the long touchpad FFC from the touchpad board. 2. Removing the Memory 1. Unscrew four screws and remove the touchpad board. 4.
Disconnect and remove the short touchpad cable as shown. Disconnect the short touchpad cable from touchpad board. 3. Pop up and remove the memory. Chapter 3 57 SG_TM800.book Page 57 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Removing the Touchpad 1. Disconnect the long touchpad FFC from the touchpad board. 2. Removing the Memory 1. Unscrew four screws and remove the touchpad board. 4.
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...the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is supplied by this program under Window XP environment. Replace the main board. If you need to check memory but have no testing program or diagonositc utility at a time to be tested. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. However, if you suspect a ... Currently, we do not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that power is fully installed into the connector. You may test the memory with this computer: • Embedded Numeric Keypad • External keyboard If any of the problem, power on the screen, or hang the ...
...the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is supplied by this program under Window XP environment. Replace the main board. If you need to check memory but have no testing program or diagonositc utility at a time to be tested. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. However, if you suspect a ... Currently, we do not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that power is fully installed into the connector. You may test the memory with this computer: • Embedded Numeric Keypad • External keyboard If any of the problem, power on the screen, or hang the ...
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... messages that the BIOS displays on page 76. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. NOTE: Most of memory installed. SG_TM800.book Page 69 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists...
... messages that the BIOS displays on page 76. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. NOTE: Most of memory installed. SG_TM800.book Page 69 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists...
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... Monitor type does not match CMOS - Enter the BIOS Setup Utility and verify the parameters (try loading the default settings); RTC battery Main board 0281 Memory size found by POST differed from Run "Load Setup Defaults" in BIOS Setup Utility Check if the diskette drive is present but fails the BIOS...
... Monitor type does not match CMOS - Enter the BIOS Setup Utility and verify the parameters (try loading the default settings); RTC battery Main board 0281 Memory size found by POST differed from Run "Load Setup Defaults" in BIOS Setup Utility Check if the diskette drive is present but fails the BIOS...
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... Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed Invalid System Configuration Data Operating system not found on the screen. Main board System unable to write to DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. then save and restart your computer. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. Main board Operating system cannot...
... Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed Invalid System Configuration Data Operating system not found on the screen. Main board System unable to write to DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. then save and restart your computer. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. Main board Operating system cannot...
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... Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from hibernation mode. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from the computer. Press Fn+F4 and...
... Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from hibernation mode. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from the computer. Press Fn+F4 and...
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....T23V7.001 19.T23V7.002 33.T25V7.006 33.T25V7.007 6K.T25V7.001 "60.T25V7.005 "60.T25V7.006 M/B W/SMART CARD( PCMCI SLOT) W/O CPU, MEMORY MB.T2506.001 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY 92 Chapter 5
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SG_TM800.book Page 96 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 800 Series Appendix A Model Country 800LCi CPU PM 1.3G LCD Memory HDD (GB) 15.0 SXGA+ 2x256M 40G 800LCi USA & Canada PM 1.3G 15.0 SXGA+ 1x256M 40G 800XC PM 1.3G 14.1 XGA 1x256M 30G 800XC i PM 1.3G ...
SG_TM800.book Page 96 Thursday, February 27, 2003 10:21 PM Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 800 Series Appendix A Model Country 800LCi CPU PM 1.3G LCD Memory HDD (GB) 15.0 SXGA+ 2x256M 40G 800LCi USA & Canada PM 1.3G 15.0 SXGA+ 1x256M 40G 800XC PM 1.3G 14.1 XGA 1x256M 30G 800XC i PM 1.3G ...