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Acer TravelMate 650 Series

Service Guide

PART NO.: VD.T23V7.001

PRINTED IN TAIWAN

Service guide files and updates are available

on the ACER/CSD web; for more information,

please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw

II

Revision History

Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 650 service guide.

Date Chapter Updates

III

Copyright

Copyright © 2003 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,

transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in

any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without

the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Disclaimer

The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.

Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the

contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular

purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the

programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its

dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential

damages resulting from any defect in the software.

Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation.

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

IV

Conventions

The following conventions are used in this manual:

SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear

on screen.

NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional

information related to the current

topic.

WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might

result from doing or not doing specific

actions.

CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to

avoid possible hardware or software

problems.

IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions

relevant to the accomplishment of

procedures.

V

Preface

Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.

1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION

decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product

competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.

add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered

in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible

personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.

2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information

available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will

not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer

office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service

Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and

service of customer machines.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 System Specifications 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Board Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Outlook View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Front Open View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Left Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Right Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Lock Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Embedded Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

The Euro Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Launch Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Touchpad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Chapter 2 System Utilities 31

Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

System Diagnostic Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 45

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Removing the Optical Module/HDD Module/

Wireless Lan Card and LCD module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the Optical Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the Wireless LAN Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Remove the function key board and the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Separate the main unit into

the logic upper and the logic lower assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Disassembling the logic upper assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Disassembling the logic lower assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Disassembling the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Disassembling the External Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

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Disassembling the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 61

System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

External Diskette Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

External CD-ROM Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Memory check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Power System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Touchpad check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Index of Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 75

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 86

TravelMate 650 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Appendix B Test Compatible Components 89

Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Appendix C Online Support Information 99

Index 101

Chapter 1 1

Features

This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:

Performance

TMobile Intel® Pentium®4 processor-M with 512KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel®

SpeedStepTM technology

TMemory expandable up to 1GB

TInternal removable DVD drive (AcerMedia bay)

THigh-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

TLi-Ion main battery pack

TPower management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

TLi-Ion main battery pack

TPower management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

TSmart Card interface with pre-boot authentication system for added security

T4-in-1 multimedia reader

Display

TThin-Film Transistor (TFT) liquid-crystal display (LCD) displaying 32-bit high colour up to

1024X768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution for 14.1” and 1024X768 Super eXtended

Graphics Array + (SXGA+) resolution for 15.0”

T3D capabilities

TSimultaneous display on LCD and CRT

TS-video for output to a television or display device that supports S-video input

T“Automatic LCD dim” feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and

conserves pwer

TDual view suupport

Multimedia

T16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio with 3D sound and wavetable synthesizer

TBuilt-in dual speakers

TBuilt-in microphone

THigh-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay)

Connectivity

THigh-speed fax/data modem port

TEthernet/Fast Ethernet port

TFast infrared wireless communication

TFour (4) USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports

TIEEE 1394 port

TInvilink 802.11b/802.11a+b wireless LAN (manufacturing optional)

TBluetooth ready (manufacturing optional)

System Specifications

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TSD/MMC/SM/MS memory slot (manufacturing optional)

Keyboard and Pointing Device

TInternet 4-way scroll button

TSleek, smooth and stylish design

TAcer FinTouch full-sized curved keyboard

TErgonomically-centered touchpad pointing device

Expansion

TOne type II CardBus PC Card slot

TUpgradeable memory

TEasyPort port replicator

I/O Ports

TOne Card bus type II slot

TOne RJ-11 jack for 56Kbps fax/modem

TOne RJ-45 jack for LAN

TOne DC-in jack for AC adapter

TOne ECP/EPP compliant 25-pin parallel port

TOne external 15-pin VGA port

TOne speaker/headphone/line-out jack

TOne microphone/line-in jack

TFour USB 2.0 ports (Disable middle port when docked with SPR)

TOne IEEE 1394 port

TOne S-video (NTSC/PAL) output port

TOne Kensignton lock socket

TFIR (Fast Infred) port

TOne 100-pin port replicator

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6 RJ11 18 Second battery connector

7 Power jack 19 Swap bay connector

8 CPU socket 20 DDR Dimm

9 Fan connector 21 LCD cable connector

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6Chapter 1

Outlook View

A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC.

Front Open View

#Icon Item Description

1 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display),

displays computer output.

2 Launch keys Special keys for launching Internet

browser, E-mail program and frequently

used programs. Located at the top of the

keyboard are five buttons. They are

designated as P1, P2, P3, E-mail button

and Web browser button. P1, P2 and P3

launch user-programmable applications; E-

mail and Web browser launch E-mail and

Internet browser applications.

3 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which

functions like a computer mouse.

Turns on the computer power.

4 Click buttons (left,

center and right)

The left and right buttons function like the

left and right mouse buttons; the center

button serves as a 4-way scroll button.

5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands

when you use the computer.

6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.

7 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.

8 Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and

off to show the status of the computer, its

functions and components.

Chapter 1 7

Front Panel

#Icon Item Description

1 Left Speaker Outputs sound for the left stereo speaker.

2 4-in-1 memory reader Reads cards from Smart Media, Memory

Stick, MultiMedia, and Secure Digital cards.

3 4-in-1 status indicator Displays activity of 4-in-1 memory reader.

4 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infra-

red printer, IR-aware computer).

5 Bluetooth button Starts Bluetooth functionality.

6 InviLink button Opens wireless connectivity.

7 Right Speaker Outputs sound for the right stereo speaker.

8 Wireless

communication light

Indicates status of wireless communication.

9 Bluetooth light Indicates that Bluetooth is on.

10 Latch Latch for opening and closing the laptop.

11 Battery light Indicates the status of the battery.

12 System power/Sleep

light

Signals the power mode of the system.

8Chapter 1

Left Panel

#Icon Item Description

1 Four (4) USB ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices

(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).

2 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.

3 Smart Card slot Slot for Smart Card interface with pre-boot

authentication system.

4 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio

CD player, stereo walkman).

5 Microphone Jack Accepts input from external microphones.

6 Headphone Jack Connect to headphones for other line-out

audio devices (speakers).

7 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured

by a screw).

8 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot.

9PC Card slot

Accepts one Type II 16-bit PC Card or 32-bit

CardBus PC Card.

Chapter 1 9

Right Panel

#Icon Item Description

1 AcerMedia drive Houses a removable media drive module.

2 AcerMedia indicator Lights up when the AcerMedia drive is

active.

3 Eject button Ejects the drive tray.

4 Emergency eject slot Ejects the drive tray when the computer is

turned off.

5 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter.

10 Chapter 1

Rear Panel

#Icon Item Description

1 Connects to a phone line.

2 Connect to an Ethernet 10/100-based

network.

3 Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort

expansion devices.

4 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel

printer).

5 Connects to a display device (e.g., external

monitor, LCD projector) and display up to

16.7 million colors and upt 1400X1050

resolution.

6 S-video Connects t a television or display device

with S-video input.

7 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool

8 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible

computer security lock.

Chapter 1 11

Bottom Panel

#Icon Item Description

1 AcerMedia bay release

latch

Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for removal

or swapping.

2 AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module.

3 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.

4 Battery release latches Unlatches the battery to remove the battery

pack.

5 Battery lock Locks the battery in place.

6 Mini-PCI slot Slot for adding mini-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 slot Slot for adding memory (DRAM).

10 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.

Note: Don’t cover or obstruct the opening

of the fan.

11 Personal identification

slot

Insert a business card or similar-sized

identification card to personalize your

computer.

12 Chapter 1

Indicators

The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen.

The status LCD displays icons that show the status of the computer and its components.

Icon Function Description

Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated.

Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated.

Hard Drive Lights when the hard drive is in use.

Chapter 1 13

Lock Keys

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.

Lock Key Description

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed

are in uppercase.

Num lock

(Fn-F11)

When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in

numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator

(complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /).

Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric

data entry. A better solution would be to connect an

external keypad.

Scroll lock

(Fn-F12)

When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up

or down when you press w and y respectively.

Scroll Lock does not work with some applications.

14 Chapter 1

Embedded Numeric Keypad

The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters

located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols

are not printed on the keys.

Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off

Number keys on embedded

keypad

Type numbers in a normal

manner.

Cursor-control keys on

embedded keypad

Hold j while using

cursor-control keys.

Hold Fn while using cursor-

control keys.

Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters

on embedded keypad.

Type the letters in a normal

manner.

Chapter 1 15

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key Icon Description

Windows logo

key

Start button. Combinations with this key perform

special functions. Below are a few examples:

+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)

+ E (Explores My Computer)

+ F (Finds Document)

+ M (Minimizes All)

j + Windows logo key + M (Undoes Minimize All)

+ R (Displays the Run... dialog box)

Application

key

Opens a context menu (same as a right-click).

16 Chapter 1

Hot Keys

The computer uses hotkey or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen

brightness, volume output.

To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.

Hot Key Icon Function Description

Fn-F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.

Fn-F2 System Property Displays the System Property.

Fn-F3 Power Options Display the Power Options Properties used by the

computer (function available if supported by operating

system).

See “Power management” on page 25.

Fn-F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

See “Power management” on page 25.

Fn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen,

external monitor (if connected) and both the display

screen and external monitor.

Fn-F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.

Press any key to return.

Fn-F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

Fn-F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

Fn-wVolume up Increases the speaker volume.

Chapter 1 17

Fn-yVolume down Decreases the speaker volume.

Fn-xBrightness up Increases the screen brightness.

Fn-zBrightness down Decreases the screen brightness

Hot Key Icon Function Description

18 Chapter 1

The Euro Symbol

If your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a

European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard.

NOTE: For US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows. For the Euro

symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-International.

To verify the keyboard type in Windows 2000, follow the steps below:

1. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel.

2. Double-click on Keyboard.

3. Click on the Language tab.

4. Verify that keyboard layout used for En English (United States)” is set to United States-International. If not,

select and click on Properties; then select United States-International and click on OK.

5. Click on OK.

To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP, follow the steps below:

1. Click on Start, Control Panel.

2. Double-click on Regional and Language Options.

3. Click on the Language tab and click on Details.

4. Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International.

If not, select and click on ADD; then select United States-International and click on OK.

5. Click on OK.

To type the Euro symbol:

1. Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard.

2. Open a text editor or word processor.

3. Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol.

NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/

typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.

Chapter 1 19

Launch Keys

Located at the top of keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as

P1, P2, P3 Email button and Web browser button.

NOTE: To the left of these five launch keys is the wireless communication button. This wireless

communication button works for model with 802.11b wireless LAN only.

Launch Key Default application

P1 User-programmable

P2 User-programmable

P3 User-programmable

Email Email application

Web browser Internet browser application

20 Chapter 1

Touchpad

The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor

responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest

provides optimal comfort and support.

NOTE: If you are using an external USB mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad.

Touchpad Basics

The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:

TMove your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.

TPress the left (1) and right (3) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and

execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.

Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.

TUse the 4-way scroll (2) button (top/bottom/left/and right) to scroll.

Function Left Button Right Button Scroll Button Tap

Execute Click twice

quickly

Tap twice (at the same

speed as double-clicking

the mouse button)

Select Click once Tap once

Drag Click and hold,

then use finger

to drag the

cursor on the

touchpad

Tap twice (at the same

speed as double-clicking

a mouse button) then hold

finger to the touchpad on

the second tap to drag the

cursor

Access context

menu

Click once

Chapter 1 21

NOTE: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The

touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response.

Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad’s responsiveness.

Scroll Click and hold

the button in the

desired

direction (up/

down/left/right)

Function Left Button Right Button Scroll Button Tap

22 Chapter 1

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor

Item Specification

CPU type Intel Mobile Pentium 4 celeron 1.8G~2.6G

CPU package / -PGA package

CPU core voltage 1.3V

BIOS

Item Specification

BIOS vendor Phneoix

BIOS Version 3A01

BIOS ROM type Flash ROM

BIOS ROM size 512KB

BIOS package PLCC

Supported protocols ACPI 1.0b,PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/IEEE 1284

1.7 & 1.9, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, USB

2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable, IEEE 1394

BIOS password control Set by setup manual

Second Level Cache

Item Specification

Cache controller Built-in CPU

Cache size 512KB

1st level cache control Always enabled

2st level cache control Always enabled

Cache scheme control Fixed in write-back

System Memory

Item Specification

Memory controller Intel 845MP built-in

Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory)

DIMM socket number 2 sockets

Supports memory size per socket 512MB

Supports maximum memory size 1G (by two 512MB SO-DIMM module)

Supports DIMM type DDR Synchronous DRAM

Supports DIMM Speed 133 MHz

Supports DIMM voltage 2.5V

Supports DIMM package 200-pin soDIMM

Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they

match the above specifications.

µ

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NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various

capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be

reversed.

Memory Combinations

Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory

0MB 128MB 128MB

0MB 256MB 256MB

0MB 512MB 512MB

128MB 128MB 256MB

128MB 256MB 384MB

128MB 512MB 640MB

256MB 128MB 384MB

256MB 256MB 512MB

256MB 512MB 768MB

512MB 128MB 640MB

512MB 256MB 768MB

512MB 512MB 1024MB

LAN Interface

Item Specification

Chipset BroadCom 4401

Supports LAN protocol 10/100 Mbps

LAN connector type RJ45

LAN connector location Rear panel

Modem Interface

Item Specification

Data modem data baud rate (bps) 56K

Supports modem protocol V.90 MDC

Modem connector type RJ11

Modem connector location Rear panel

Blue-MODEM Interface

Item Specification

Chipset CSR BC02 (Blue-tooth)/Agere Scorpio I (MODEM)

Data throughput 200k bps (Blue-tooth)/56K bps (MODEM)

Protocol Blue-tooth 1.1

Interface USB 1.1+MDC

Connector type RJ11 (MODEM)

Wireless Module 802.11b (optional device)

Item Specification

Chipset Intersil Prism 3

Data throughput 11M bps

Protocol 802.11b

Interface Mini-PCI type III

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Wireless Module 802.11a/b (optional device)

Item Specification

Chipset Atheros

Data throughput 11M~54M bps

Protocol 802.11 a+b

Interface Mini_PCI type III

Four-in-One Card Reader

Item Specification

Chipset ST7265

Data throughput USB 1.1

Protocol SMC, MS, MMC, and SD

Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item Specification

Vendor &

Model Name

IBM 20G IBM 30G IBM 40G Toshiba

20G

(MK2018

)

Toshiba

30G

(MK3018

)

Toshiba

40G

(MK4018

)

Hitachi

20G

DK23DA

-20F

Hitachi

30G

DK23DA

-30F

Hitachi

40G

DK23DA

-40F

Capacity (MB) 20000 30000 40000 20000 30000 40000 20000 30000 40000

Bytes per

sector

512 512 512 512 512 512 512 512 512

Data heads 234234234

Drive Format

Disks 122122122

Spindle speed

(RPM)

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

4200

RPM

Performance Specifications

Buffer size 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB 2048KB

Interface ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5 ATA-5

Max. media

transfer rate

(disk-buffer,

Mbytes/s)

216 287 245 287 235 290 366 366 296

Data transfer

rate

(host~buffer,

Mbytes/s)

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

100 MB/

Sec.

Ultra

DMA

mode-5

DC Power Requirements

Voltage

tolerance

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

5V(DC)

+/- 5%

DVD-ROM Interface

Item Specification

Vendor & model name Toshiba SD-C2502

Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette

Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained:

Max 3.6Mbytes/sec

Sustained:

Max 10.8Mbytes/sec

Data Buffer Capacity 128 KBytes

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Interface IDE/ATAPI

Applicable disc format DVD: DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18),DVD-R (read, single

border)

CD: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-I, CD-

I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video-CD) Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, CD-R,

CD-RW), CD-R (read), CD-RW (read)

Loading mechanism Load: Manual

Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)

(b) Release by ATAPI command

(c) Emergency Release

Power Requirement

Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)

Audio Interface

Item Specification

Audio Controller RealTek ALC202

Audio onboard or optional Built-in

Mono or Stereo Stereo

Resolution 20 bit stereo Digital to analog converter

18 bit stereo Analog to Ditial converter

Compatibility AC97

Mixed sound source Line-in, CD

Voice channel 8/16-bit, mono/stereo

Sampling rate 44,1 KHz (48K byte for AC97 interface)

Internal microphone Yes

Internal speaker / Quantity Yes/2

Supports PnP IRQ IRQ10

Speakers

Item Specification

Number of speaker 2

Rating 1W, max; 4 ohm

Connector type Headphone out, microphone in and line-in

Video Interface

Item Specification

Chipset ATI M7-CSP32

Interface AGP 4X

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port No

Maximum resolution LCD 1400X1050 (SXGA+)

Maximum resolution CRT 1920X1200

Video Resolutions Mode (for both LCD and CRT)

Resolution 16 bits

(High color)

32 bits

(True color)

480x600 Yes Yes

DVD-ROM Interface

Item Specification

26 Chapter 1

800x600 Yes Yes

1024x768 Yes Yes

1152x864 Yes Yes

1280x1024 Yes Yes

1400x1050

(SXGA+panel only)

Yes Yes

Video Memory

Item Specification

Chipset Video chip built-in

Memory size Video chip built-in 32M

Interface DDR

Parallel Port

Item Specification

Parallel port controller SMSC LPC47N227

Number of parallel port 1

Location Rear side

Connector type 25-pin D-SUB

Parallel port function control Enable/Disable/Auto (BIOS or operating system chooses

configuration) by BIOS Setup

Note: Depending on your operating system, disabling an unused

device may help free system resources for other devices.

Supports ECP/EPP/Bi-directional/Output only

(PS/2 compatible)

Yes (set by BIOS setup)

Note: When Mode is selected as EPP mode, “3BCh” will not be

available.

Optional ECP DMA channel (in BIOS Setup) DMA channel 3

Optional parallel port I/O address (in BIOS

Setup)

378h, 278h, 3BCH

Optional parallel port IRQ (in BIOS Setup) IRQ7, IRQ5

USB Port

Item Specification

Chipset Via VT6202

USB Compliancy Level 2.0

OHCI USB 2.0

Number of USB port 4

Location Rear side

Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup

IEEE 1394 Port

Item Specification

Chipset TI 43AB21

InterfaceUSB Compliancy Level IEEE 1394 1.0

Video Resolutions Mode (for both LCD and CRT)

Resolution 16 bits

(High color)

32 bits

(True color)

Chapter 1 27

Number of IEEE 1394 port 1

Location Left side

Connector type IEEE 1394

PCMCIA Port

Item Specification

PCMCIA controller O2 Micro OZ7111EC1

Supports card type Type-II

Number of slots One type-II

Access location Right panel

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port No ZV support

Supports 32 bit CardBus Yes (IRQ10)

Smart Card Reader

Item Specification

Chipset PCMCIA chip built-in

Number of slot 1

Location Front side

System Board Major Chips

Item Controller

Core logic Intel MCH-M+ICH3M

VGA ATI M7CSP32

LAN BroadCom 4401

IEEE 1394 TI 43AB21

USB 2.0 Via VT6202

Super I/O controller NS 87391

MODEM Agere Scorpio I

Blue tooth CSR BC02

Wireless 802.11 b Intersil Prism 3

Wireless 802.11 a+b Atheros

PCMCIA O2 Micro OZ7111EC1

Smart card reader O2 Micro OZ7111EC1

Audio RealTek ALC202

Four-in-one card reader ST7265

Touchpad Synaptics TM41P-353

Keyboard

Item Specification

Keyboard controller NS 87591

Keyboard vendor & model name Chicony

Total number of keypads 84/85 key

Windows logo key Yes

IEEE 1394 Port

Item Specification

28 Chapter 1

Internal & external keyboard work

simultaneously

No

Note: Internal and external keyboard can not work

simultaneously by software specification.

Battery

Item Specification

Vendor & model name Main battery:

Simplo

QCI:

AHA84222149

Main battery:

Sanyo

QCIAHA84222351

Aux battery: Sanyo

Battery Type Li-ion Li-ion Li-ion

Pack capacity 4400 Ah 4400 Ah 3600 Ah

Cell voltage 3.7V/cell 3.7V/cell 3.7V/cell

Number of battery cell 8 8 6

Package configuration 4 cells in series, 2

series in parallel

4 cells in series, 2

series in parallel

3 cells in series, 2

series in parallel

Package voltage 14.8V 14.8V 11.1V

LCD

Item Specification

Vendor & model

name

QDI QD141X1LH12

Samsung LTN141XB

HannStar HSD141PX13-

B

Sharp LQ150X1LHA2

CPT CLAA150XH01

AU B150XG01 V2

LG LP150X05-A2C1

CPT CLAA150PA01

Sharp LQ150F1LH32

AU B150PG01

LG LP150E02

Mechanical Specifications

LCD display area

(diagonal, inch)

14.1 15.0 15.0

Display technology TFT TFT TFT

Resolution XGA (1024x768) XGA (1024x768) SXGA+ (1400x1050)

Supports colors 262K 262K 262K

Optical Specification

Brightness control keyboard hotkey keyboard hotkey keyboard hotkey

Contrast control No No No

Electrical Specification

Supply voltage for

LCD display (V)

3.3 3.3 3.3

LCD Inverter

Item Specification

Vendor & model name QCI: 34KT1IV0001

Brightness conditions Vadj=3.3V

Input voltage (V) 14.4

Input current (mA) 410 (max)

Output voltage (V, rms) 1400 (no load)

Output current (mA, rms) 5.6~5.4

Output voltage frequency (k Hz) 55~58K Hz

Keyboard

Item Specification

Chapter 1 29

AC Adaptor

Item Specification

Model number Lite-On PA-1750-02CA (PFC), 3pins

Delta ADP-75FB BA (PFC), 3pins

Input rating 90VAC to 264VAC, 47Hz to 63Hz

Output rating 75W, 19V (18.8V, min to 20V, max), 4A (0A, min to 4A, max)

System Power Management

ACPI mode Power Management

Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.

Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off

completely.

Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disk may be power

managed in this state.

Suspend to RAM (S3) CPU set power down

VGA Suspend

PCMCIA Suspend

Audio Power Down

Hard Disk Power Down

CD-ROM Power Down

Super I/O Low Power mode

Save to Disk (S4) Also called Hibernate state. System saves all system states and

data onto the disk prior to power off the whole system.

Memory Address Map

Memory Address Size Function

00100000h-000F0000h 512 KB System BIOS

000CFFFFh-000C0000h VGA BIOS

00009FFFFh-00000000h 640KB Conventional memory

I/O Address Map

I/O Address Function

000-00F DMA controller-1

020-021 Interrupt controller-1

040-043 Timer 1

060, 064 Keyboard controller 87570 chip select

061 System speaker

000-00F DMA controller-1

020-021 Interrupt controller-1

040-043 Timer 1

060, 064 Keyboard controller NS87591 chip select

070-073 Real-time clock and CMOS

0A0-0A1 Interrupt controller-2

0C0-0DF DMA controller-2

066, 062 ACPI EC interface (NS87591)

170-177 Secondary IDE channel

30 Chapter 1

1F0-1F7 Primary IDE channel

378, 37F Parallel port

3B0-3BB

3C0-3DF

VGA I/O adress

CF8-CFF PCI configuration register

000-00F DMA controller-1

IRQ Assignment Map

Interrupt Channel Function(Hardware)

IRQ00 System timer

IRQ01 Keyboard

IRQ02 Programmable interrupt controller

IRQ03 IrDA Fast Infrared Port

IRQ04 Communication port (COM1)

IRQ05 Winbond SD controller

IRQ06 Standard floppy disk controller

IRQ07 ECP printer port (LPT1)

IRQ08 CMOS/RTC

IRQ09 SCI IRQ used by ACPI bus

IRQ12 PS/2 mouse

IRQ13 Numeric data processor

IRQ14 Primary IDE channel

IRQ15 Secondary IDE channel

DMA Channel Assignment

Item Specification

Channel 1 IrDA Fast Infrared Port

Channel 3 ECP printer port

Channel 4 DMA controller

I/O Address Map

I/O Address Function

Chapter 2 31

BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

Output System).

Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if

you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4

Troubleshooting when problem arises.

To activate the BIOS Utility, press m during POST (when “Press <F2> to enter Setup” message is prompted

on the bottom of screen).

Press m to enter setup. Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change

boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility.

System Utilities

Chapter 2

32 Chapter 2

Navigating the BIOS Utility

There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit.

Follow these instructions:

TTo choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx).

TTo choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy).

TTo change the value of a parameter, press por q.

TA plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press e to expand this item.

TPress ^ while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.

TIn any menu, you can load default settings by pressing t. You can also press u to save any

changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a

particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item

Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values.

This menu provides you the information of the system.

Chapter 2 33

Info.

Parameter Description

Floppy Disk Drive Shows floppy drive type informaiton.

Serial Number This field displays the serial number of this unit.

UUID Number UUID=32bytes

34 Chapter 2

Main

The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup

parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters.

NOTE: The screen above is for reference only. Actual values may differ.

Chapter 2 35

The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested

parameter settings.

NOTE: The sub-items under each device will not be shown if the device control is set to disable or auto. This is

because the user is not allowed to control the settings in these cases.

Parameter Description Format/Option

System Time Sets the system time. Format: HH:MM:SS

(hour:minute:second) System Time

System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/

year)

System Date

System Memory This field reports the memory size of the system.

Memory size is fixed to 640MB

Extended Memory This field reports the memory size of the

extended memory in the system.

Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB

Video Memory Shows the VGA memory size. The default value

is set to 32MB

Option:32/64MB

Quiet Boot Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or

not; shows Summary Screen is disabled or

enabled.

Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and

Summary Screen is disabled.

Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and

Summary Screen is enabled.

Option: Enabled or Disabled

Power on display Auto: During power process, the system will

detect if any display device is connected on

external video port. If any external display device

is connected, the power on display will be in CRT

(or projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in

LCD only mode.

Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated

LCD screen and the system’s external video port

(for an external CRT or projector).

Option: Auto or Both

LCD Auto Dim Determines if the system will automatically dim

the LCD brightness in order to save power when

AC is not present.

Option: Enabled or Disabled

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Advanced

The Advanced menu screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced

settings of the system.

The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested

parameter settings.

Parameter Description Options

Serial Port Enables, disables or auto detects the serial port. Enabled/Disabled/Auto

Parallel Port Enables, disables or auto detects the parallel port. Enabled/Disabled/Auto

Mode Sets the operation mode of the parallel port. ECP, EPP, Normal or Bi-directional

Base I/O address Sets the I/O address of the parallel port. This

parameter is enabled only if Mode is set to ECP or

Bi-directional. This parameter is enabled only if

Mode is set to ECP.

378h/278h/3BCH

Interrupt Sets the interrupt request of the parallel port. IRQ7/IRQ5

DMA channel Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in

ECP mode. This parameter is enabled only if Mode

is set to ECP.

DMA3/DMA1

Internal Touchpad Determines whether or not to disable the internal

pointing device as the PS/2 mouse is connected.

Both or Auto

Infrared Port (FIR) Enables, disables or auto detects the infrared port. Disabled/EnabledDisabled/Auto

Chapter 2 37

Security

The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized

use.

38 Chapter 2

The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested

parameter settings.

NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don’t forget

your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your

dealer to reset it.

Setting a Password

Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:

1. Use the w andy keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The

Set Supervisor Password box appears:

2. Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8

alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New

Password” field.

IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen.

3. Press e.

After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.

4. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter.

5. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Parameter Description Option

User Password is Shows the setting of the uer password. Clear or Set

Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set

Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When

set, this password protects the BIOS Setup

Utility from unauthorized access.

Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password.

When set, this password protects the BIOS

Setup Utility from unauthorized access.

Primary Harddisk Security This feature is available to user when

Supervisor password is set. Password can be

written on HDD only when Supervisor

password or user password is set and

password on HDD is set to enabled.

Supervisor Password is written to HDD only

when Supervisor password is being set. User

password is written to HDD when both

passwords are set. When both Supervisor and

user password are present, both passwords

can unlock the HDD.

Disabled or Enabled

Password on Boot Defines whether a password is required or not

while the events defined in this group

happened. The following sub-options are all

requires the Supervisor password for changes

and should be grayed out if the user password

was used to enter setup.

Disabled or Enabled

Chapter 2 39

Removing a Password

Follow these steps:

1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The

Set Password box appears:

2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.

3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.

The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”.

4. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Changing a Password

1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The

Set Password box appears:

2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.

3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password

field.

4. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.

5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.

6. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following.

The password setting is complete after the user presses u.

40 Chapter 2

If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the

Setup Warning.

If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following

message.

Chapter 2 41

Boot

This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices

includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.

42 Chapter 2

Exit

The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.

The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

Parameter Description

Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.

Load Setup Default Load default values for all SETUP item.

Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.

Save Changes Save Setup Data to CMOS.

Chapter 2 43

BIOS Flash Utility

The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:

TNew versions of system programs

TNew features or options

TRestore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.

Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.

NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery

Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.

NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.

NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not

contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not

completely loaded.

Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.

1. Prepare a bootable diskette.

2. Copy the Phlash utilities to the bootable diskette.

3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function.

System Diagnostic Diskette

This diagnostic diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 650 series notebook machine. However, system diagnostic

utility is not ready as service CD released. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to CSD website as soon as it is

ready.

44 Chapter 2

Chapter 3 45

This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for

maintenance and troubleshooting.

To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:

TWrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge

TSmall Philips screw driver

TPhilips screw driver

TFlat head screwdriver

TPlastic flat head screw driver

THex screw driver

TTweezers

NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the

screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.

When you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.

Chapter 3

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

46 Chapter 3

General Information

Before You Begin

Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:

1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.

2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system.

3. Remove the battery pack.

NOTE: TravelMate 650 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you may

need to tear the tape or mylar before you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors.

Chapter 3 47

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence

and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to

remove the system board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in

that order.

Start

Battery

HDD Door Middle Cover ODD Module

HDD Module

Hx2

Fx2

LCD Module

Sx4

ODD BoardODD Bracket

Keyboard

Hx2

Mx3

Main Unit

Assembly

Front Bezel

Logic Upper

Assembly

Sx19

Hx2

Ux3

Logic Lower

Assembly

Dimm Door

Memory

Hx2 Ox4

Function Key

Board

PCI Door

Wireless LAN

Card

Hx2

Hx3

ODD

Ax4

Hx1

Hx1

Main Board

CPU

Dimm

HDD

Bracket

4-in-1 Card

Rearder

Modem/

Bluetooth

Combo Card

Smart Card

Reader

Thermal

Module

Top Cover

Shielding

Fx2

Ex4Tx2

Dx3

Hx2

Hx1

Touchpad

Shielding

Qx4

Touchpad

Board

Touchpad

Holder

Hx4

Touchpad Touchpad

Cable (FFC)

Antenna Line Modem Cable

Cx4

48 Chapter 3

Screw List

Item Description

A NUT-I/O

B SCREW M1.6X4.0-I-NI-NYLOK

C SCREW M2.0X2.5-I-NI-NYLOK

D SCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK

E SCREW M2.0X3.5-I-NI-NYLOK

F SCREW M2.0X5-I-NI-NYLOK

G SCREW M2.5X3-I-NI-NYLOK

H SCREW M2.5X4.0-B-NI-NYLOK

I SCREW M2.5X4-I-NYLOK

J SCREW M2.5X5.0-I-NI-NYLOK

K SCREW M2.5X5.5-P-NI-NYLOK

LCD Module

6 LCD

Cushions

Jx6

LCD Bezel

LCD Inverter

LCD

Assembly

Hx4

LCD Panel

LCD Brackets

Hx4

LCD Coaxial

Cable

LCD Wireless

Antenna

Hx2

LCD Latch Kit

Bracket

Dx1

LCD Latch Kit

Dx4

Chapter 3 49

L SCREW M2.5X0.45+7I-NYLOK

M SCREW M1.7X3.5-I-BZN

N SCREW M2X3-I-BNI-NYLOK

O SCREW M2.0X5.0-I-BNI-NYLOK

P SCREW M2.0X6.0-I-NI-NYLOK

Q SCREW M2.5X2-I-NI-NYLOK

R SCREW M2.5X4-I-BNI

S SCREW M2.5X7

T SCREW M3.0X3.5

U SCREW M2.5X5 (BLACK)

Item Description

50 Chapter 3

Removing the Battery Pack

1. Release the battery lock.

2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.

Chapter 3 51

Removing the Optical Module/HDD Module/Wireless Lan Card and LCD

module

Removing the Optical Module

1. Slide the optical disk drive latch.

2. Remove the ODD module.

Removing the HDD Module

1. Remove the two screws holding the HDD cover.

2. Remove the HDD cover.

3. Remove the HDD module.

Removing the Wireless LAN Card

1. Remove the screw that secures the PCI door then remove the PCI door.

2. Disconnect the right and the left wireless antenna.

3. Pop out the wireless LAN card then remove it.

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Removing the LCD Module

1. Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; two one each side.

2. Detach middle cover with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver.

3. Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the cable from the upper case.

4. Disconnect the left bluetooth antenna line. Then take out the antenna from the upper case with a

tweezers.

5. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; two on each side.

6. Then remove the entire LCD module.

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Disassembling the Main Unit

Remove the function key board and the keyboard

1. Take the wireless antenna out of the hook on the function key board.

2. Disconnect function key board connector

3. Unscrew the three screws holding the function key board.

4. Remove the three screws that secure the keyboard.

5. Turn over the unit and remove the two screws as the picture shows.

6. Turn over the keyboard. Disconnect the keyboard FFC then remove the keyboard.

Separate the main unit into the logic upper and the logic lower assembly

1. Remove the three screws on the rear panel.

2. Unscrew the 19 screws on the bottom panel.

3. Detach the front bezel from the main unit.

4. Remove the two screws. Then take the right and the left antenna off the main unit.

5. Disconnect the touchpad cable.

6. Pull out the right and the left antenna, then detach the logic upper assembly from the logic lower

assembly.

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Disassembling the logic upper assembly

1. Take out the touchpad cable from the small hook on touchpad holder.

2. Remove the four screws holding the touchpad shielding and the touchpad board.

3. Disconnect the touchpad FFC from the touchpad board.

4. Remove the touchpad board.

5. Remove the wireless and bluetooth button off the touchpad board.

6. Remove the four screws that fasten the touchpad holder.

7. Remove the touchpad off the logic upper assembly.

8. Disconnect touchpad FFC.

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Disassembling the logic lower assembly

1. In order to take out the main board from the upper case, first remove the four screws that fasten the top

cover shielding.

2. Remove the three screws holding the 4-in-1 card reader, then remove it.

3. Unscrew the four screws that secure the thermal module.

4. Disconnect the fan connector then remove the thermal module.

5. Remove one screw that secures the main board as picture shows.

6. Remove another screw that fastens the main board.

7. Take out the bluetooth antenna.

8. Disconnect the speaker set cable.

9. To remove the main board from the lower case assembly, first press the PCMCIA card button.

10. Then take the main board off the lower case assembly.

11. Unscrew the two screws that fasten the HDD bracket.

12. Remove one screw holding the top cover shielding.

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13. Disconnect the microphone cable. Then remove the top cover shielding.

14. Turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise with a flat head screw driver. Then remove the CPU.

15. Pop out the memory then remove it.

16. Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Remove the modem/bluetooth

combo card then disconnect the connector.

17. Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable.

18. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC.

19. Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it.

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Disassembling the LCD Module

1. Remove the six screw pad and the six screws.

2. Detach the LCD bezel carefully.

3. Disconnect LCD inverter.

4. Remove the two screws holding the LCD to LCD panel.

5. Then remove the LCD.

6. Remove the four screws that fasten the right and the left LCD brackets. Then remove the right and the left

LCD brackets.

7. Tear off the electric conductive tape that fastens the LCD coaxial cable.

8. Tear off another electric conductive tape that fastens the LCD coaxial cable.

9. Disconnect the LCD coaxial cable.

.

10. Detach the wireless antenna from the LCD panel.

11. Remove the two screws holding the LCD latch kit.

12. Remove the LCD latch kit bracket.

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13. Unhook the spring.

14. Remove the screw that fastens the LCD latch kit.

15. Then remove the LCD latch kit.

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Disassembling the External Modules

Disassembling the HDD Module

1. Remove the four screws holding the HDD bracket; two on each side.

2. Take out the HDD from the HDD bracket.

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module

1. Remove the two screws holding the ODD bracket.

2. Remove another screw as the picture shows.

3. Then remove the last two screws on the back side of the ODD module.

4. Slide the ODD from the ODD bracket.

5. Then remove the optical bracket.

6. In order to open the ODD, use an uncurved pin to press the emergency eject hole.

7. Remove the three screws that fasten the ODD door.

8. Then detach the ODD door.

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Chapter 4 61

Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.

NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test this model. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified

options can give false errors and invalid system responses.

1. Duplicate symptom and obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.

2. Distinguish symptom. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic

test or by repeating the same operation.

3. Disassemble and assemble the unit without any power sources.

4. If any problem occurs, you can perform visual inspection before you fellow this chapter’s instructions. You

can check the following:

power cords are properly connected and secured;

there are no obvious shorts or opens;

there are no obviously burned or heated components;

all components appear normal.

5. Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to.

Symptoms (Verified) Go To

Power failure. (The power indicator does not go

on or stay on.)

“Power System Check” on page 63.

POST does not complete. No beep or error

codes are indicated.

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on

page 65

“Undetermined Problems” on page 73

POST detects an error and displayed messages

on screen.

“Error Message List” on page 66

The diagnostic test detected an error and

displayed a FRU code.

“System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 43

Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or

others).

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on

page 65

Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent

problems).

Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on

page 65

“Intermittent Problems” on page 72

“Undetermined Problems” on page 73

Troubleshooting

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System Check Procedures

External Diskette Drive Check

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is

required.

NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause

damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.

Do the following to select the test device. See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 43 for details.

1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program (see “System Diagnostic Diskette” on

page 43).

2. See if FDD Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test.

3. Follow the instructions in the message window.

If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board.

If the error still remains:

1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module.

2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

3. Replace the main board.

External CD-ROM Drive Check

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM does

not have any label attached to it. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail.

Do the following to select the test device:

1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program (refer to “System Diagnostic

Diskette” on page 43.

2. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test.

3. Follow the instructions in the message window.

If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the System board. If the error still remains:

1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

3. Replace the main board.

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check

Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested.

If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable

extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board.

If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test. See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page

43 for details.

If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a

non-defective FRU:

1. Reconnect the keyboard cables.

2. Replace the keyboard.

3. Replace the main board.

The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:

TNumeric keypad

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TExternal keyboard

If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.

Memory check

Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.

1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board.

2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

3. Press F2 in the test items.

4. Follow the instructions in the message window.

NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error.

Power System Check

To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources:

1. Remove the battery pack.

2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied.

3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by

the battery pack.

If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list:

T“Check the Battery Pack” on page 64

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Check the Battery Pack

To check the battery pack, do the following:

From Software:

1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel

2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total

Battery Power Remaining are correct.

3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter.

4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging.

From Hardware:

1. Power off the computer.

2. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). See the

following figure

3. If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery.

To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50%

of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.

If the battery status indicator does not light up, remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature.

Re-install the battery pack.

If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the battery pack. If the charge indicator still does not light

up, replace the DC/DC charger board.

Touchpad check

If the touchpad doesn’t work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a

non-defective FRU:

1. After rebooting, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. For example, run Syn touch driver.

2. Run utility with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is working.

3. If the the PS/2 mouse does not work, then check if the main board to switch board FPC is connected O.K.

4. If the main board to switch board FPC is connected well, then check if the FCC on touch pad PCB

connects properly.

5. If the FFC on touch pad PCB connects properly, then check if LS851 JP1 Pin6=5V are pulese. If yes, then

replace switch board. If no, then go to next step.

6. Replace touch pad PCB.

7. If the touch pad still does not work, then replace FPC on Track Pad PCB.

After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement

can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware

problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.

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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message

The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is

listed first.

NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU

replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a

non-defective FRU.

This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.

If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 73.

The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified

by function.

NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware

device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the

way it has been configured.

NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter

Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.

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Index of Error Messages

Error Message List

Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Struck Key See ““Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 62

System CMOS checksum bad - Default

configuration used

RTC battery

Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system, then reboot system.

Real time clock error RTC battery

Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot

system.

Main board

Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration

used

“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC batter

Main baord.

Invalid System Configuration Data “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

Main board.

Operating system not found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A are properly identified.

Dikette drive

Hard disk drive

Main board.

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Error Message List

No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See “Power

System Check” on page 63

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

Reconnect the DIMM.

Main board.

Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See “Power

System Check” on page 63

Reconnect the LCD connector

Hard disk drive

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank.

But you can see POST on an external CRT.

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

Power-on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor

shown on LCD during POST.

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

Main board

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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message

LCD-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

LCD backlight doesn't work First, plug a monitor to CRT port. Next, enter BIOS utility to running

“Load Default Settings” then reboot the system.

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work).

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

LCD is too dark

LCD brightness cannot be adjusted

Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then

reboot system.

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work).

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

Unreadable LCD screen

Missing pels in characters

Abnormal screen

Wrong color displayed

LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines

displayed.

Reconnect the LCD cable

LCD cable

LCD

Main board

Indicator-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system

runs correctly

Main board

HDD/CD-ROM active indicators cannot work HDD/CD-ROM drive

Device driver

Main board

Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Power shuts down during operation Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 63.

Battery pack

AC adapter

See if the thermal module is overheat (Heat sink or fan).

Main board

The system cannot power-on. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 63.

Battery pack

Power adapter

CPU

Main board

The system cannot power-off. In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch

for more than 4 seconds. If the system can power off, then the main

board is OK. Verify OS in the HDD.

Main board

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Battery can’t be charged or discharged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 64.

Battery pack

Main board

System hang during POST ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module

Main board

PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly

Main board

PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly

PC Card cannot be inserted or ejected Check if the PCMCIA slot is blocked

Main board

Memory-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Memory count (size) appears different from

actual size.

Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings” then

reboot system.

RAM module

Main board

Check BIOS revision

System can power on, but you hear two long

beeps: “B--, B--” and the LCD is blank.

Reinsert DIMM

DIMM

Main board

Speaker-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound

comes from the computer.

OS volume control

Audio driver

Speaker

Main board

Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound. Speaker

Main board

Microphone cannot work Audio driver

Volume control in Windows XP

Main board

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

The system will not enter hibernation mode Power option in Windows XP

Hard disk drive

Main board

The system doesn’t enter standby mode after

closing the lid of the portable computer.

Driver of Power Option Properties

Lid close switch in upper case

Main board

Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

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The system doesn't resume from hibernation/

standby mode.

Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from

Standby/Hibernation mode.

Check if the battery is low.

Hard disk drive

Main board

The system doesn't resume from standby mode

after opening the lid of the portable computer.

LCD cover switch

Main board

Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher

than 90%.

Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge

battery).

Battery pack

Main board

System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.

Main board

Peripheral-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

System configuration does not match the

installed devices.

Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Setup defaults”, then

reboot system.

Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives/FDD or other peripherals.

Main board

External display does not work correctly. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching

Keyboard

Main board

USB does not work correctly See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 43

Main board

Print problems. Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings” then

reboot the system.

Run printer self-test.

Printer driver

Printer cable

Printer

Main board

Parallel port device problems Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings” then

reboot the system.

Device driver

Device cable

Device

Main board

Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect the keyboard cable.

Keyboard

Main board

Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.

Touchpad board

Main board

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

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NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined

Problems” on page 73.

Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Internal modem does not work correctly. See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 43.

Phone cable

Driver

Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly.

Main board

Internal LAN does not work correctly Lan cable

Driver

Main board

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Intermittent Problems

Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a

hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement

should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.

When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following:

1. Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.

2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.

3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.

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Undetermined Problems

The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect,

whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative.

Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU).

NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer.

NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power

System Check” on page 63):

1. Power-off the computer.

2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.

3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:

TNon-Acer devices

TPrinter, mouse, and other external devices

TBattery pack

THard disk drive

TDIMM

TPC Cards

4. Power-on the computer.

5. Determine if the problem has changed.

6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.

7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:

TSystem board

TLCD assembly

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Chapter 6 75

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 650

series products. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise

Authorization).

Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available

on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on

the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a

DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use

the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer

machines.

NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or

regulations on how to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to

return it.

NOTE: Exploded diagram is not ready as service CD released. We will update the service guide to CSD

website, please download the exploded diagram from the website if you need the files

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

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.

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

Adapter

NS ADPATER LITEON 75W 3P PA-1750-02CA

PFC

AP.T2301.001

ADPATER LITEON 75W 3P PA-1750-02CA

PFC

AP.T2303.001

Battery

NS BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 8CELL 4UR18650F-2-

QC-ZG1 4400mAH

BT.T2303.001

BATTERY SIMPLO LI-ION 8CELL (LI-ION

BATTERY PACK ZG14S2P, 4400mAH)

BT.T2306.001

BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 6CELL 3UF103450P-

2-QC-20 3600 mAH

BT.T2303.002

Boards

MODEM BOARD AMBIT U98M005.05 54.T23V7.001

MODEM /BLUETOOTH COMBO BOARD AMBIT

T60M665.00

54.T23V7.002

WIRELESS LAN BOARD (802.11b) AMBIT

T60H656.02

54.T23V7.003

NS WIRELESS LAN BOARD (802.11a+b) AMBIT

T60H677.01

54.T23V7.004

NS LAUNCH BOARD 55.T23V7.001

NS TOUCH PAD BOARD W/CABLE 55.T23V7.002

Cables

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TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.T23V7.001

MODEM CABLE 50.T23V7.002

COVER SWITCH CABLE 50.T23V7.003

POWER CORD US (3 pin) 27.T23V7.001

POWER CORD PRC ( 3 Pin) 27.T23V7.003

POWER CORD KOREA ( 3 Pin) 27.T23V7.006

Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly

MIDDLE COVER W/ NAME PLATE 42.T23V7.001

DIMM DOOR W/SCREW 42.T23V7.002

LOWER CASE W/O SPEAKER 60.T23V7.001

UPPER CASE W/TOUCHPAD HOLDER 60.T23V7.002

I/O BRACKET W/MICROPHONE 6K.T23V7.001

FRONT BEZEL FOR 4 IN 1 MODEL 42.T23V7.003

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

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FRONT BEZEL FOR NON-4 IN 1 MODEL 42.T23V7.004

TOUCH PAD SHIELDING FOR TOUCH PAD

BOARD

33.T23V7.001

TOUCH PAD BRACKET FOR TOUCH PAD 33.T23V7.002

WIRELESS BOARD COVER 42.T23V7.003

Communication Module

BLUETOOTH ANTENNA 50.T23V7.004

WIRELESS LAN ANTENNA Y CABLE 50.T23V7.005

WIRELESS LAN ANTENNA 50.T23V7.006

CPU

NS INTEL PENTIUM 4-M (NORTHWOOD) 1.8GHZ/

512K/400FSB/1.3V/478PIN/ C-1 STEPPING

01.P4MNW.1G8

INTEL PENTIUM 4-M (NORTHWOOD) 1.9GHZ/

512K/400FSB/1.3V/478PIN/ C-1 STEPPING

01.P4MNW.1G9

INTEL PENTIUM 4-M (NORTHWOOD) 2.0GHZ/

512K/400FSB/1.3V/478PIN/ C-1 STEPPING

01.P4MNW.2G0

INTEL PENTIUM 4-M (NORTHWOOD) 2.2GHZ/

512K/400FSB/1.3V/478PIN/ C-1 STEPPING

01.NORTH.22B

INTEL PENTIUM 4-M (NORTHWOOD) 2.2GHZ/

512K/400FSB/1.3V/478PIN/ C-1 STEPPING

01.P4MNW.2G4

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

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HDD/ Hard Disk Drive

NS HDD 20GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/TOSHIBA TITAN

MK2018GAP

KH.25204.001

HDD 30GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/HITACHI

EUCALYPTUS DK23EA/30

KH.33005.002

HDD 30GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/FUJITSU

HORNET 16L MHS2030AT

KH.03006.001

HDD 30GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/TOSHIBA

NEPTUNE MK3021GAS

KH.33004.001

HDD 40GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/HITACHI

EUCALYPTUS DK23EA-40

KH.34005.002

HDD 40GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/TOSHIBA

NEPTUNE MK4021GAS

KH.34004.001

HDD 40GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/FUJITSU

HORNET 16L MHS2040AT

KH.04006.001

HDD 60GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/TOSHIBA

NEPTUNE MK6021GAS

KH.36004.001

HDD 60GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/HITACHI

EUCALYPTUS DK23EA-60

KH.06005.001

HDD 60GB/2.5 IN./4200RPM/FUJITSU

HORNET 16L MHS2060AT

KH.06006.001

HDD 60GB/2.5 IN./5400RPM/TOSHIBA TRITON

MK6022GAX

KH.06004.001

HDD COVER 42.T23V7.010

HDD CASE 33.T23V7.004

Keyboard

NS KEYBOARD DARFON US INTERNATIONAL

(Model name: 99.N3482.41D, 84 keys)

KB.T2307.001

KEYBOARD DARFON CHINESE (Model name :

99.N3482.02, 84 keys)

KB.T2307.002

KEYBOARD DARFON SPANISH (Model name :

99.N3482.40S, 85 keys)

KB.T2307.003

KEYBOARD DARFON THAI (Model name :

99.3482N.403, 84 keys)

KB.T2307.004

KEYBOARD DARFON BRAZILIAN

PROTUGESE (Model name : 99.N3482.406, 85

Keys)

KB.T2307.005

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

80 Chapter 6

KEYBOARD DARFON Korea (Model name :

99.3482N.40K, 84 keys)

KB.T2307.006

LCD

LCD MODULE 14.1" TFT XGA QDI

QD141X1LH12

6M.T23V7.011

LCD MODULE 14.1" TFT XGA SAMSUNG

LTN141XB

6M.T23V7.012

LCD MODULE 14.1" TFT XGA HANNSTAR

HSD141PX13-B

6M.T23V7.013

LCD MODULE 15" TFT XGA AU B150XG01 V2 6M.T23V7.021

LCD MODULE 15.1" TFT XGA LG LP150X05-

A2C1

6M.T23V7.022

LCD MODULE 15" TFT XGA SHARP

LQ150X1LHA2

6M.T23V7.023

LCD MODULE 15" TFT XGA CPT

CLAA150XH01

6M.T23V7.024

LCD MODULE 15" TFT SXGA+ AU B150PG01 6M.T23V7.025

LCD MODULE 15" TFT SXGA+ LG LP150E02 6M.T23V7.026

LCD MODULE 15" TFT SXGA+ SHARP

LQ150F1LH32

6M.T23V7.027

LCD MODULE 15" TFT SXGA+ CPT

CLAA150PA01

6M.T23V7.028

LCD 14.1" TFT XGA QDI QD141X1LH12 LK.14109.003

LCD 14.1" TFT XGA SAMSUNG LTN141XB LK.14106.001

LCD 14.1" TFT XGA HANNSTAR HSD141PX13-

B

LK.14107.001

LCD 15" TFT XGA AU B150XG01 V2 LK.15005.001

LCD 15" TFT XGA LG LP150X05-A2C1 LK.15008.003

LCD 15" TFT XGA SHARP LQ150X1LHA2 LK.1500C.001

LCD 15" TFT XGA CPT CLAA150XH01 LK.1500A.001

LCD 15" TFT SXGA+ AU B150PG01 LK.15005.002

LCD 15" TFT SXGA+ LG LP150E02 LK.15008.004

LCS 15" TFT SXGA+ SHARP LQ150F1LH32 LK.1500C.002

LCD 15" TFT SXGA+ CPT CLAA150PA01 LK.15009.001

INVERTER BOARD W/MAYLAR E AMBIT

T18I064

19.T23V7.001

INVERTER BOARD W/MAYLAR E SUMIDA

53261-0590

19.T23V7.002

LCD BRACKET 14.1" RIGHT W/HINGE 33.T23V7.005

LCD BRACKET 15" RIGHT W/HINGE 33.T23V7.007

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

Chapter 6 81

LCD BRACKET 14.1” LEFT W/HINGE 33.T23V7.006

LCD BRACKET 14.1” LEFT W/HINGE 33.T23V7.008

LCD PANEL WITH LOGO-14” 60.T23V7.003

LCD PANEL WITH LOGO-15” 60.T23V7.005

LCD BEZEL 14” 60.T23V7.004

LCD BEZEL 15” 60.T23V7.006

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 14.1" FOR QDI 50.T23V7.011

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 14.1" FOR SAMSUNG 50.T23V7.012

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 14.1" FOR HANNSTAR 50.T23V7.013

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR AU XGA 50.T23V7.021

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR LG XGA 50.T23V7.022

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR SHARP XGA 50.T23V7.023

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR XGA CPT 50.T23V7.024

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR AU SXGA+ 50.T23V7.025

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR LG SXGA+ 50.T23V7.026

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR SHARP SXGA+ 50.T23V7.027

LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15" FOR CPT SXGA+ 50.T23V7.028

Main Board

251-The

System

TM650 (ZI1S) MAINBOARD W/SMART CARD

READER,PCMCI SLOT,W/O CPU MEORY

MB.T2306.001

NS PCMCIA SLOT 21.T23V7.001

Memory

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

82 Chapter 6

NS MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/128MB /

INFINEON HYS64D16000GDL-7-B

KN.12802.004

MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/256MB/0.14U /

INFINEON HYS64D32020 GDL-7-B

KN.25602.001

MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/256MB/0.15U /

MICRON MT8VDDT3264HDG-265C3

KN.25604.004

MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/256MB/0.14U /

NANYA NT256D64SH8B0GM-75B

KN.25603.004

MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/256MB/ ELPIDA

W30256A6EP1652A

KN.25609.001

MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/512MB/0.14U /

INFINEON HYS64D64020GBDL-7-B

KN.51202.003

MEMORY SO-DIMM DDR266/512MB/ MICRON

MT16VDDS6464HG-265B4

KN.51204.002

Optical Drive

CD-ROM MODULE 24X QSI SCR-242-S 6M.T23V5.001

CD-ROM MODULE 24X SAMSUNG SN-124P 6M.T23V5.002

DVD-ROM MODULE 8X MKE SR-8178 6M.T23V5.003

DVD-ROM MODULE 8X QSI SDR-083 6M.T23V5.004

DVD-RW COMBO MODULE 24X QSI SBW-242 6M.T23V7.005

DVD-RW COMBO MODULE 24X KME UJDA740 6M.T23V7.006

CD-ROM DRIVE 24X QSI SCR-242-S KD.24X03.001

CD-ROM DRIVE 24X SAMSUNG SN-124P KD.24X02.001

DVD-ROM DRIVE 8X MKE SR-8178 KV.08X02.002

DVD-ROM DRIVE 8X QSI SDR-083 KV.08X03.001

DVD-RW COMBO DRIVE 24X QSI SBW-242

DVD-RW COMBO DRIVE 24X KME UJDA740 KO.24X03.001

CD-ROM BEBEL FOR QSI 42.T23V7.004

CD-ROM BEBEL FOR SAMSUNG 42.T23V7.005

DVD-ROM BEZEL FOR MKE 42.T23V7.006

DVD-ROM BEZEL FOR QSI 42.T23V7.007

DVD-RW COMBO BEZEL FOR QSI 42.T23V7.008

DVD-RW COMBO BEZEL FOR KME 42.T23V7.009

NS OPTICAL DEVICE BOARD 55.T23V7.003

OPTICAL DEVICE BRACKET 33.T23V7.003

Pointing Device

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

Chapter 6 83

TOUCHPAD 56.T23V7.001

Speaker

SPEAKER SET 6K.T23V7.002

Heatsink

HEATSINK W/FAN 6K.T23V7.003

Reader

SMART CARD READER 60.T23V7.007

4 IN 1 READER 6K.T23V7.004

Microphone

MICROPHONE 23.T23V7.001

Others

LCD LATCH W/O SPRING 6K.T23V7.005

LCD SCREW RUBBER UPPER 47.T23V7.001

LCD SCREW RUBBER LOWER 47.T23V7.002

Screws

NUT-I/O 86.T23V7.001

SCREW M1.6X4.0-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.002

SCREW M2.0X2.5-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.003

SCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.004

SCREW M2.0X3.5-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.005

SCREW M2.0X5-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.006

SCREW M2.5X3-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.007

SCREW M2.5X4.0-B-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.009

SCREW M2.5X4-I-NYLOK 86.T23V7.010

SCREW M2.5X5.0-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.011

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

84 Chapter 6

SCREW M2.5X5.5-P-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.012

SCREW M2.5X0.45+7I-NYLOK 86.T23V7.013

SCREW M1.7X3.5-I-BZN 86.T23V7.014

SCREW M2X3-I-BNI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.015

SCREW M2.0X5.0-I-BNI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.016

SCREW M2.0X6.0-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.017

SCREW M2.5X2-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.018

SCREW M2.5X4-I-BNI 86.T23V7.019

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

Chapter 6 85

Appendix A 86

TravelMate 650 Series

Model

Number CPU LCD Memory HDD

(GB) ODD Card

Reader

Wirel

ess

LAN

653XV P4-M2.0G 14.1XGA 256MB 40 8XDVD 4-in-1 N

653XC P4-M2.0G 14.1XGA 256MB 40 24x

CDRW+DVD

4-in-1 N

653XCi P4-M2.0G 14.1XGA 256MB 40 24x

CDRW+DVD

4-in-1 11b

653LCi P4-M2.0G 15.0

SXGA+

256MB 30/40 24x

CDRW+DVD

4-in-1 11b

654LCi P4-M2.2G 15.0

SXGA+

512MB/

256MB

40 24x

CDRW+DVD

4-in-1 11b

Model Definition and Configuration

Appendix A

87 Appendix A

Main Features

TMobile Intel® Pentium® Processor-M at 1.4GHz or higher, featuring Intel® Enhanced SpeedStepTM

technology

TSiS 650 chipset with embedded VGA, featuring 16MB DDR shared video memory (default, or 32/

64MB configurable through BIOS setup)

TStandard 128/256MB of DDR-266 SDRAM, upgradeable to 1024MB on dual SoDIMM sockets

T14.1” or 15.0” XGA TFT colour LCD, 1024x768 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colours

T20GB or higher Ultra DMA-100 removable HDD

T1.44” floopy disk drive or optional 4-in-1 card reader (depending on availablity)

TOptical drive bay for optional 24X CD-ROM, 8X DVD-ROM or 8X DVD/24X (8/8/24) CD-RW

combo drive

TEmbedded 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet; optional Acer InviLinkTM IEEE 802.11b wireless LAN with

internal antenna

TInternational 56K ITU V.90 data/fax software modem (Wake-on-Ring ready)

TACPI 2.0 power management; 57Wh li-ion battery pack; 3-hour battery life1; 3-hour rapid-charge,

6-hour charge-in-use

TFineTouch keyboard with 5 curve; built-in touchpad pointing device with integrated scroll key; 5

launch keys and 3 programmable keys; InviLinkTM button for wireless models

1Actual battery life may be different because of the usage and configuration.

°

Appendix A 88

Appendix B 89

This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system

functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro and Windows® 2000 environment.

Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the TravelMate 650 series

Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.

Test Compatible Components

Appendix B

90 Appendix B

Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test

Item Specifications

Display Philips 109P 10

Dell Trinitron 21”

ViewSonic GS773

ViewSonic GS790

ViewSonic PF775

Parallel Port HP Laser Jet 5M

HP Desk Jet 930C

HP Desk Jet 840C

IOMega ZIP (LPT Port)

LL5 cable

1394 Port 1394 30GB HDD

1394 CCD (Stealth Fire)

1394 HUB: Aten 1394 HUB

1394 DV (Sony DCR-PC100)

Projector Panasonic PT_L757U

Acer 7755c

USB 2.0 USB HUB: 4 Port

USB HDD: Easy Box

USB CD-RW (YAMAHA CRW-70)

USB DVD/CD-RW (Pioneer DVR-104)

Adaptec USB 2.0 PCMCIA card

GB LAN HUB 3 Com GB LAN Hub

PS/2 Port Keyboard:

Microsoft Natural Keyboard

Keyboard (MODE: 5121)

Keypad:

PC Concepts Keypad KB-5640

Mouse:

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer

Microsoft PS/2 Mouse

COMPAQ Mouse

COM Port Microsoft Serial Mouse 2.1

Appendix B 91

PC Card Modem Card:

Xircom CreditCard Modem 56 CM-56

Xircom CreditCard Modem 56 CM-56G

3Com 56K Modem XJ1560

LAN Card:

D-Link Fast Ethernet DFE-650

D-Link CardBus DFE-660

3COM 10/100 16Bit LAN Card (3CCFE574BT)

3COM 10/100 CardBus LAN Card (3CCFE575BT)

3COM 10M CardBus LAN Card (3CCFE589eT)

Xircom CreditCard Ethernet 10/100 (CE3B-100BTX)

Xircom CardBus Ethernet II 10/100 (CBE2-100BTX)

SCSI:

Adaptec SlimSCSI APA-1460D Card

Adaptec SlimSCSI 1480A CardBus UltraSCSI Card

LAN+Modem Card:

3COM 10/100 LAN+56k Modem Card (3CCFEM556B)

Xircom CreditCard Ethernet + Modem 56k (CEM56-100)

ATA Card:

KingMax 40MB

Compact Flash 96MB

1394 CardBus Card:

Compaq Flash 96MB

Wireless LAN Card:

Gemtek Wireless LAN Card

MMC Card:

Apacer 32MB

MS Card:

Apacer 128MB

SD Card:

Apacer 128MB

SM Card:

Apacer 128MB

CF Card:

Apacer 128MB

Item Specifications

92 Appendix B

USB Port USB Mouse:

Microsoft Optical USB Mouse

Logitech Wheel Mouse

Acer USB Mouse M012B0

USB Keyboard:

Microsoft Internet Keyboard Pro

Gateway Keyboard SK-9910U

Gateway Keyboard SK-9926

USB Camera:

Microtek EyeStar U2S PC Camera USC-1

Dlink DSC 350 USB CCD

USB HDD:

Argosy HDD

USB CD-ROM:

IOMEGA ZIP CD650

USB Printer:

HP DeskJet 930C

HP DeskJet 840C

USB FDD:

MIC USB FDD YD-8U10

Teac USB FDD

Y-E Data USB FDD

Sharp USB FDD

USB LAN:

3Com USB LAN

LINKSYS USB LAN

USB Zip:

IOMEGA USB ZIP

USB Scanner:

HP ScanJet 5300c

USB Speaker:

Philips USB Speaker dss330

USB HUB

PCI USB Hub

XeXtreme USB Hub

USB Gamepad:

Microsoft Sidewinder Gamepad

Logitech WingMan FORMULA FORCE

USB CCD:

Intel USB CCD

Veo USB CCD

USB Modem:

V.90 56Kbps Voice/Fax/Data Modem

USB Card Reader: 5 in 1

USB to PS/2 Transfer Connector

USB to Serial Transfer Connector

Audio Jack JS-100 Jazz 3D Speaker

SONY Earphone MDR-CD60

Microsoft microphone

Microphone Condenser Microphone

Dynamic Microphone

Access Point Intel Access Point

Item Specifications

Appendix B 93

Bluetooth Logitech M-BD58

Logitech M-UA34

Logitech M-UB48

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer

Port Replicator Acer Port Replicator

Item Specifications

94 Appendix B

Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Environment Test

Item Specifications

Display Philips 109P 10

Dell Trinitron 21”

ViewSonic GS773

ViewSonic GS790

ViewSonic PF775

Parallel Port HP Laser Jet 5M

HP Desk Jet 930C

HP Desk Jet 840C

IOMega ZIP (LPT Port)

LL5 cable

1394 Port 1394 30GB HDD

1394 CCD (Stealth Fire)

1394 HUB: Aten 1394 HUB

1394 DV (Sony DCR-PC100)

Projector Panasonic PT_L757U

Acer 7755c

USB 2.0 USB HUB: 4 Port

USB HDD: Easy Box

USB CD-RW (YAMAHA CRW-70)

USB DVD/CD-RW (Pioneer DVR-104)

GB LAN HUB 3 Com GB LAN Hub

PS/2 Port Keyboard:

Microsoft Natural Keyboard

Keyboard (MODE: 5121)

Keypad:

PC Concepts Keypad KB-5640

Mouse:

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer

Microsoft PS/2 Mouse

COMPAQ Mouse

COM Port Microsoft Serial Mouse 2.1

Appendix B 95

PC Card Modem Card:

Xircom CreditCard Modem 56 CM-56

Xircom CreditCard Modem 56 CM-56G

3Com 56K Modem XJ1560

LAN Card:

D-Link Fast Ethernet DFE-650

D-Link CardBus DFE-660

3COM 10/100 16Bit LAN Card (3CCFE574BT)

3COM 10/100 CardBus LAN Card (3CCFE575BT)

3COM 10M CardBus LAN Card (3CCFE589eT)

Xircom CreditCard Ethernet 10/100 (CE3B-100BTX)

Xircom CardBus Ethernet II 10/100 (CBE2-100BTX)

SCSI:

Adaptec SlimSCSI APA-1460D Card

Adaptec SlimSCSI 1480A CardBus UltraSCSI Card

LAN+Modem Card:

3COM 10/100 LAN+56k Modem Card (3CCFEM556B)

Xircom CreditCard Ethernet + Modem 56k (CEM56-100)

ATA Card:

KingMax 40MB

Compact Flash 96MB

1394 CardBus Card:

Compaq Flash 96MB

Wireless LAN Card:

Gemtek Wireless LAN Card

MMC Card:

Apacer 32MB

MS Card:

Apacer 128MB

SD Card:

Apacer 128MB

SM Card:

Apacer 128MB

CF Card:

Apacer 128MB

Item Specifications

96 Appendix B

USB Port USB Mouse:

Microsoft Optical USB Mouse

Logitech Wheel Mouse

Acer USB Mouse M012B0

USB Keyboard:

Microsoft Internet Keyboard Pro

Gateway Keyboard SK-9910U

Gateway Keyboard SK-9926

USB Camera:

Microtek EyeStar U2S PC Camera USC-1

Dlink DSC 350 USB CCD

USB HDD:

Argosy HDD

USB CD-ROM:

IOMEGA ZIP CD650

USB Printer:

HP DeskJet 930C

HP DeskJet 840C

USB FDD:

MIC USB FDD YD-8U10

Teac USB FDD

Y-E Data USB FDD

Sharp USB FDD

USB LAN:

3Com USB LAN

LINKSYS USB LAN

USB Zip:

IOMEGA USB ZIP

USB Scanner:

HP ScanJet 5300c

USB Speaker:

Philips USB Speaker dss330

USB HUB

PCI USB Hub

XeXtreme USB Hub

USB Gamepad:

Microsoft Sidewinder Gamepad

Logitech WingMan FORMULA FORCE

USB CCD:

Intel USB CCD

Veo USB CCD

USB Modem:

V.90 56Kbps Voice/Fax/Data Modem

USB Card Reader: 5 in 1

USB to PS/2 Transfer Connector

USB to Serial Transfer Connector

Audio Jack JS-100 Jazz 3D Speaker

SONY Earphone MDR-CD60

Microsoft microphone

Microphone Condenser Microphone

Dynamic Microphone

Access Point Intel Access Point

Item Specifications

Appendix B 97

Bluetooth Logitech M-BD58

Logitech M-UA34

Logitech M-UB48

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer

Port Replicator Acer Port Replicator

Item Specifications

98 Appendix B

Appendix C 99

This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.

If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch

office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information

sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan.

Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them.

In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and

Server models including:

TService guides for all models

TUser's manuals

TTraining materials

TBios updates

TSoftware utilities

TSpare parts lists

TTABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin)

For these purposes, we have included an Acrobat File to facilitate the problem-free downloading of our

technical material.

Also contained on this website are:

TDetailed information on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW)

TReturned material authorization procedures

TAn overview of all the support services we offer, accompanied by a list of telephone, fax and email

contacts for all your technical queries.

We are always looking for ways to optimize and improve our services, so if you have any suggestions or

comments, please do not hesitate to communicate these to us.

Online Support Information

Appendix C

100 Appendix C

Index 101

A

ACPI 1.0a 22

AFLASH Utility 43

Audio 25

B

Battery Pack 50

BIOS 22

package 22

password control 22

ROM size 22

ROM type 22

vendor 22

Version 22

BIOS Setup Utility 31

BIOS Supports protocol 22

BIOS Utility 31

Basic System Settings 36

Navigating 32

Onboard Device Configuration 38

Startup Configuration 37

System Information 32

System Security 42

Board Layout 4

Bottom View 5

Top View 4

C

Cache

controller 22

size 22

caps lock

on indicator 12

CardBus 27

CPU

core voltage 22

package 22

type 22

D

DIMM 22

Combinations 23

external 51

package 22

removing 51

Speed 22

voltage 22

Disassembly

Battery Pack 48

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Module 53

Floppy Disk Drive 57

Procedure Flowchart 47

Display 3

DVD-ROM Interface 24

E

Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 65

External CD-ROM Drive Check 62

External Diskette Drive Check 62

F

Features 1

features 87

Flash Utility 43

Floppy Disk

removing the 57

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 75

H

Hard disk 24

HDD 24

Hot Keys 13

I

Indicators 12

Intermittent Problems 72

K

Keyboard 27

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 62

L

L2 cache 22

LAN/Modem Combo 23

M

Memory Check 63

Model Definition 86

Modem 23

Index

102 Index

N

num lock

on indicator 12

O

Online Support Information 99

P

Panel 6

Bottom 11

left 6

Rear 9

right 9

Parallel Port 26

PC Card 12, 27

PCMCIA 27

Pentium III 22

Power System Check 63

Battery Pack 64

Processor 22

R

RMA 75

S

Second Level Cache 22

System

Block Diagram 3

Layout 4

System Diagnostic Diskette 43

System Memory 22

System Specifications

Features 87

System Utilities 31

System Utility Diskette 43

T

Test Compatible Components 89

Touchpad Check 64

Troubleshooting 61

U

Undetermined Problems 73

USB 26, 27

utility

BIOS 31

V

Video 25

Resolutions 25

W

Windows XP Pro Environment Test 90

Windows 2000 Environment Test 94