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9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment 4 Hard disk bay 5 Battery lock Houses the computer's main memory. Locks the battery in position. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment 4 Hard disk bay 5 Battery lock Houses the computer's main memory. Locks the battery in position. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
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... adapter ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 88-/89-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device 10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • • System memory • • Display • Graphics • Storage • subsystem • Audio • • • • Communication • •... processor* Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset IEEE 802.11b/g Dual-channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 14.1" WXGA 1280 x 800 Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset 2.5" hard ...
... adapter ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 88-/89-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device 10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • • System memory • • Display • Graphics • Storage • subsystem • Audio • • • • Communication • •... processor* Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset IEEE 802.11b/g Dual-channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 14.1" WXGA 1280 x 800 Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset 2.5" hard ...
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... read the following general information. 1. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). V To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional web or channel. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional offices or...
... read the following general information. 1. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). V To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional web or channel. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional offices or...
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... Unit Failure 120 External Mouse Failure 120 Other Failures 121 Intermittent Problems 122 Undetermined Problems 122 Post Codes 123 Sec 123 Memory 123 BDS & Specific action 124 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 125 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT ...by Crisis Disk 132 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 133 eMachines D720/D520 Exploded Diagrams 134 Main Assembly 134 LCD Panel 135 eMachines D720/D520 FRU List 136 Screw List 140 Model Definition and Configuration 142 eMachines D720/D520 Series 142 Model Description 142 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft...
... Unit Failure 120 External Mouse Failure 120 Other Failures 121 Intermittent Problems 122 Undetermined Problems 122 Post Codes 123 Sec 123 Memory 123 BDS & Specific action 124 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 125 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT ...by Crisis Disk 132 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 133 eMachines D720/D520 Exploded Diagrams 134 Main Assembly 134 LCD Panel 135 eMachines D720/D520 FRU List 136 Screw List 140 Model Definition and Configuration 142 eMachines D720/D520 Series 142 Model Description 142 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft...
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... processor* • Intel® Celeron® processor* • Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset • IEEE 802.11b/g System Memory • Dual-channel support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and graphics • 14.1" WXGA 1280 x 800 • Mobile Intel®...
... processor* • Intel® Celeron® processor* • Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset • IEEE 802.11b/g System Memory • Dual-channel support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and graphics • 14.1" WXGA 1280 x 800 • Mobile Intel®...
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Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 8 Chapter 1 Locks the battery in position. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's main memory.
Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 8 Chapter 1 Locks the battery in position. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's main memory.
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...2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. 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 Specification Built-in 0MB (...
...2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. 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 Specification Built-in 0MB (...
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... Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW...
... Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable media types: Writing: Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW...
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...the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to boot the system. VGA Memory size=32 MB Allows startup to skip certain tests while booting, decreasing the time needed to factory defaults. Information Main System Time System ...Date Total Memory Video Memory InsydeH20 Setup Utility Advanced Security Power [13:04:04] [04/21/2008] 3017 MB [32MB] Boot Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help ...
...the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to boot the system. VGA Memory size=32 MB Allows startup to skip certain tests while booting, decreasing the time needed to factory defaults. Information Main System Time System ...Date Total Memory Video Memory InsydeH20 Setup Utility Advanced Security Power [13:04:04] [04/21/2008] 3017 MB [32MB] Boot Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help ...
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... configure the various advanced BIOS options. Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to 4 Master and Slave • IGD Device2, Function1 • IGD Pre-allocate Memory • IGD DVMT Size • Clock Chip Intialize • Enabled CK SSC • IGD Boot Type • IGD LCD Panel Type • IGD TV 24...
... configure the various advanced BIOS options. Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to 4 Master and Slave • IGD Device2, Function1 • IGD Pre-allocate Memory • IGD DVMT Size • Clock Chip Intialize • Enabled CK SSC • IGD Boot Type • IGD LCD Panel Type • IGD TV 24...
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.... Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Copy the flash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system because...
.... Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Copy the flash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. BIOS Flash Utilities The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system because...
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... Rem ove Battery Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove WLAN Rem ove HDD Rem ove ODD Rem ove Antenna Screw List Step Memory Cover WLAN Cover WLAN Module HDD Carrier ODD Module ODD Bracket Screw M2.5*8 M2.5*8 M2*L3 M3*3 M2.5*5 M2*L3 Quantity 2 1 2 4 1 3 Part No. 86.AT902...
... Rem ove Battery Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove WLAN Rem ove HDD Rem ove ODD Rem ove Antenna Screw List Step Memory Cover WLAN Cover WLAN Module HDD Carrier ODD Module ODD Bracket Screw M2.5*8 M2.5*8 M2*L3 M3*3 M2.5*5 M2*L3 Quantity 2 1 2 4 1 3 Part No. 86.AT902...
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Remove the three screws from the memory and WLAN bays and loosen the two captive screws on page 44. 2. Carefully open the memory cover. Chapter 3 45 Remove the HDD cover as shown. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the HDD cover. WLAN Cover Step Memory Cover Size M2.5*8 WLAN Cover M2.5*8 3. Quantity 2 1 Memory Cover HDD Cover Screw Type 4. Removing the Lower Covers 1.
Remove the three screws from the memory and WLAN bays and loosen the two captive screws on page 44. 2. Carefully open the memory cover. Chapter 3 45 Remove the HDD cover as shown. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the HDD cover. WLAN Cover Step Memory Cover Size M2.5*8 WLAN Cover M2.5*8 3. Quantity 2 1 Memory Cover HDD Cover Screw Type 4. Removing the Lower Covers 1.
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See "Removing the Battery Pack" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Push out the release latches on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 45. 3. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Chapter 3 47 Removing the DIMM Modules 1.
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM module. 4. Remove the DIMM module. 5. Push out the release latches on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory Module cover See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 45. 3. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module if present. Chapter 3 47 Removing the DIMM Modules 1.
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Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Screw Type 52 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 45. 3. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*5 Quantity 1 4. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis.
Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Screw Type 52 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the Memory cover. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 45. 3. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*5 Quantity 1 4. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis.
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Replace HDD Cover. 4. Chapter 3 105 Replace the WLAN Cover. 3. Replace the three screws in the memory and WLAN bays and secure the two captive screws in the HDD cover. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Memory Cover. 2.
Replace HDD Cover. 4. Chapter 3 105 Replace the WLAN Cover. 3. Replace the three screws in the memory and WLAN bays and secure the two captive screws in the HDD cover. Replacing the Lower Covers 1. Replace the Memory Cover. 2.
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... the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Chapter 4 109 Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Make sure that the internal display is discovered. 6. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by...
... the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Restart the computer. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Chapter 4 109 Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Make sure that the internal display is discovered. 6. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by...
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... on page 161. 10. See "Disassembly Process" on page 42. 5. b. Click Apply and check the display. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If the computer is listed under Other Devices. 9. Replace the Motherboard. 6. See "Disassembly Process" on...
... on page 161. 10. See "Disassembly Process" on page 42. 5. b. Click Apply and check the display. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If the computer is listed under Other Devices. 9. Replace the Motherboard. 6. See "Disassembly Process" on...
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insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. The Install Windows screen displays. Click Next. i. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Ensure all external devices. 2. Remove any key to start to correct the problem. 1. Chapter 4 115 b. c. d. e. f. g. HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does ...
insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. The Install Windows screen displays. Click Next. i. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Ensure all external devices. 2. Remove any key to start to correct the problem. 1. Chapter 4 115 b. c. d. e. f. g. HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does ...
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... cache Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.INC) Code 0xA0 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14...Row Boundary registers Program the DRAM Bank Architecture register Program the DRAM Timing & and DRAM Control registers Program ODT Perform steps required before memory init Program the receive enable reference timing control register Program the DLL Timing Control Registers, RCOMP settings Chapter 4 123 Post Codes These ...
... cache Establish cache tags Enter NEM, Place the BSP in No Fill mode, set CR0.CD = 1, CR0.NW = 0 Cache Init Finished Memory: DEBUG_BIOS equ 1 (Chipset\Alviso\MemoryInitAsm\IA32\IMEMORY.INC) Code 0xA0 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14...Row Boundary registers Program the DRAM Bank Architecture register Program the DRAM Timing & and DRAM Control registers Program ODT Perform steps required before memory init Program the receive enable reference timing control register Program the DLL Timing Control Registers, RCOMP settings Chapter 4 123 Post Codes These ...