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PART NO.: 49.46Z01.002

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Revision History
Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Travelmate C110 service guide.

Date

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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.

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Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:

IV

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.

TravelMate C110

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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TravelMate C110

Table of Contents
Chapter1

System Specifications

1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Board Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Outlook View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Left Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Right Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Launch Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Lock Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Embedded Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Chapter 2

System Utilities

31

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Main System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Advanced System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
IDE Primary Master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
I/O Device Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
System Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Boot Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Exit Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Multi-Boot Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Load Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
System Utility Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
System Diagnostic Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Running PQA Diagnostics Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Chapter 3

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

49

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Removing the Wireless LAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Removing the Middle Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Removing the DIMM Upper Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Removing the Internal Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Removing the Modem Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Removing the RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

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Removing the Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Removing the Touch Pad Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Removing the Touch Pad FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Removing the LCD Support Knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Removing the Main Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Removing the Thermal Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Removing the PCMCIA Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Removing the Modem Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Disassembling the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Removing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Removing the LCD Hinges with the Center Hinge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Removing the Button Board & Inverter Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Removing the Main and Auxiliary Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Removing the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Removing the Coaxial Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Removing the Sensor Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Chapter 4

Troubleshooting

71

System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
External Diskette Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
External CD-ROM Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Memory Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Power System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Touchpad Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Index of Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Index of AFlash BIOS Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Chapter 5

Jumper and Connector Locations

87

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
SW1 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Chapter 6

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

91

Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Appendix A

Model Definition and Configuration

101

Appendix B

Test Compatible Components

103

Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Appendix C
Index

VIII

Online Support Information

107
109

Chapter 1

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

Performance
T

Intel® ultra low-voltage Pentium® M processor up to 900MHz CPU with on-die 1MB cache. CPU is
lower power, fully static and with SMI feature.

T

Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology

T

64-bit memory bus

T

High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

T

Li-Ion main battery pack

T

Power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

T

10.4” Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) liquid crystal-display (LCD)

T

16M colors at 1024x768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution

T

3D capabilities

T

Integrated VGA with DVMT (Dynamic Video Memory Technology) support

T

Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support

T

Supports other output display devices such as LCD projection panels for large-audience
presentations

T

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

T

Tablet mode for LCD panel (Rotatable display)

Display

Multimedia
T

Built-in AC link audio subsystem which complies with the Microsoft PC 97/PC 98/ PC 99/PC2001
specifications and meets WHQL audio requirements.

T

Built-in one speaker and microphone

T

High-speed optical drive

T

16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 PCI stereo audio with wavetable synthesizer

Connectivity

Chapter 1

T

High-speed fax/data modem port

T

Fast infrared wireless communication

T

USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports

T

Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port

T

IEEE1394 port

T

Optional Wireless LAN

T

Optional Bluetooth

1

Expansion
T

One type II CardBus PC Card slot

T

Upgradeable memory

T

DockMate V

Keyboard and Pointing Device
T

84-/85-/88-key international language keyboards

T

Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function

T

One type II CardBus PC Card slot

T

Acer 100 pins standard docking connector

T

One RJ-45 jack for 10/100BaseT LAN

T

One RJ-11 data/fax modem jack

T

One DC-in jack (AC adapter)

T

One external monitor port

T

One audio line-in/microphone-in jack

T

One line-out/headphone-out jack

T

One FIR port

T

Two USB ports

T

One IEEE 1394 port

I/O Ports

2

TravelMate C110

System Block Diagram
CPU
PIV Banias
ULV
900MHz/1GHz

CLOCK
Generator
ICS950813CG

uFCBGA

HOST BUS
100 MHz

DDR
DRAM

CRT

DDR 266

Montara-GM

Socket *2

LCD

Hub I/F

HDD

IDE BUS
Ultra

PCI BUS

R5C551
CARDBUS
& 1394

ICH-4

DMA-100

NS87392

KBC
M38859

MINIPCI
802.11b
802.11a

USB1.1

SIO

BIOS
ROM

DEBUG
PORT

MII
LAN PHY
82562ET

RJ-45

AC-LINK
Line Out

49LF004-334C

USB2.0
PORT
FIR
DIGITIZER
TFDU6102

TOUCH
PAD

INT
KB

IEEE 1394
CONNECTOR

USB2.0

LPC
BUS

CARDBUS
SLOT*1

MODEM
DAUGHTER
CARD

AC97

Line-in/Nic

CODEC
CS4299-XQ

Amplifier
APA2020

BLUETOOTH
RJ-11

Chapter 1

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Board Layout
Top View

7
1 2

3

4

5

6

8 9

10

11

12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

27
26
25
24
23

20

22
21

4

1

AC adapter connector

15

Line-in port

2

LCD cover switch connector

16

Line-out port

3

VGA port

17

Memory slot 1

4

RJ11 and RJ45 connectors

18

Please refer to below for SW settings

5

LCD coaxial cable connector

19

RTC battery connector

6

LED/Inverter board connector

20

Debug purpose only

7

Fax/Modem board connector

21

FIR connector

8

Keyboard cable connector

22

Internal microphone and tablet PC lid
connector

9

855-GM chip (North bridge)

10

Docking connector

24

Speaker cable connector

11

CPU

25

Battery connector

23

PCMCIA card connector

12

USB port 1

26

Touchpad connector

13

USB port 2

27

Hard disk drive connector

14

1394 port

TravelMate C110

Bottom View

1

5

2

3

4

1

Memory slot (DM2)

4

ICH-4 (South Bridge)

2

MiniPCI wireless module connector

5

Power switch

3

Modem cable connector

Chapter 1

5

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

Front View

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6

Item

Description

1

Two-way latch

Use to latch the LCD screen in both normal mode and tablet
mode.

2

Display screen

Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), diplays computer output.
Input-capable with the aid of the EMR stylus.

3

Convertible hinge

Hinges the LCD screen in place when switching from PC mode
to tablet mode and vice versa.

4

Launch keys

Buttons for launching frequently used programs.

5

Keyboard

Inputs data into your computer.

6

Speaker

Outputs sound from your computer.

7

Touchpad

Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer
mouse.

8

Click buttons (left, center and
right)

The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse
buttons; the center button is a 4-direction scroll button.

9

Microphone

Captures sounds and voices into your computer.

10

Infrared port

Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer, IR-aware
computer).

11

Palmrest

Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the
computer.

12

Enter button

Use to confirm selection in tablet mode. This button can also be
used to emulate the ^button by first pressing the Fn button and
then this button. This button can be configured by the user.

TravelMate C110

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Chapter 1

Item

Description

13

Page down buttons

Use to scroll one page down in tablet mode. This button can
also be used to emulate the Tab button by first pressing the Fn
button and then this button. This button can be configured by
the user.

14

Page up buttons

Use to scroll one page up in tablet mode. This button is used to
rotate the display by first pressing the Fn button and then this
button. This button can be configured by the user.

15

Function key button

This button is used together with other buttons to invoke the
tablet applications. This button is set and cannot be configured
by the user.

16

Windows Security button

This button is used to emulate the b+ a+ ckey combination
which launches the Windows Security dialog box. This button is
set and cannot be configured by the user.

17

Status indicators

LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and off to show the
status of the computer, its functions and components.

7

Left Panel

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8

Item

Description

1

Screen Support

Supports the LCD screen, press and release before switching
from PC mode to tablet mode and vice versa.

2

Power jack

Connects to an AC adapter

3

Hard disk bay

Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured by a screw).

TravelMate C110

Right Panel

#

Chapter 1

Item

Description

1

EMR Stylus

Electormagnetic resonance (EMR) stylus that is used to input
data in tablet mode. Use only an EMR-compatible stylus to input
data on the screen.

2

PC Card eject button

Ejects the PC Card from the slot.

3

PC Card slot

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

4

Power switch

Turns on the computer power.

5

Speaker/Headphone-out jack

Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers,
headphones).

6

Line-in jack

Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo
walkman).

7

IEEE 1394 port

Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.

8

USB ports (two)

Connects to any Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse,
USB camera).

9

Screen Support

Supports the LCD screen, press and release before switching
from PC mode to tablet mode and vice versa.

9

Rear Panel

#

10

Item

Description

1

Security keylock

Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.

2

Port replicator

Connects to the EasyPort port replicator for one-step connection
and disconnection of external devices.

3

Modem jack

Connects to a phone line.

4

Network jack

Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network

5

External display port

Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD
projector) and displays up to 16M colors at 1024x768 resolution.

TravelMate C110

Bottom Panel

#

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Item

Description

1

Memory compartment

Houses the computer’s main memory.

2

Battery lock/unlock latch

Locks and unlocks the battery bay.

3

Battery release latch

Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.

4

Battery bay

Houses the computer’s battery pack.

5

Hard disk anti-shock protection

Protects your hard disk against accidental shock and vibration.

6

Personal identification slot

Insert an identification card to personalize your computer.

11

Indicators
The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons on the right of the display screen.

The Power and Standby status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the
status of the computer while the cover is closed.

Icon

12

Function

Description

Num Lock

Lights when Num Lock is activated.

Caps Lock

Lights when Caps Lock is activated.

Battery Charge

Lights when the battery is being charged.

Media Activity

Lights when the floppy drive, hard disk or optical drive is active.

Sleep

Lights when the computer enters Sleep mode.

Power

Lights when the computer is on.

Wireless Communication

Lights when the Wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth feature is
enabled.

TravelMate C110

Launch Keys
Located at the top of the keyboard are four launch keys used to launch frequently used applications

The Power and Standby status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the
status of the computer while the cover is closed.

Function

Description

P1

This button is user-programmable.

P2

This button is user-programmable.

E-Mail

The mail button is used to launch the email application.

Web browser

By default, is used to launch your Internet browser.

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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 the up or down
arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some applications.

NOTE: To access the Num Lock and Scroll Lock functions, hold the Fn key down while pressing the F11 and
F12 keys respectively.

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TravelMate C110

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 cursorcontrol 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.

NOTE: If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer, the Num Lock feature automatically
shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad.

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

Key
Windows logo key

Description
Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below are a few
examples:
+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)
+ E (Explores My Computer)
+ F (Finds Document)
+ M (Minimizes All)

j+

+ M (Undoes Minimize All)

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

16

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

TravelMate C110

Hot Keys
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen
contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility.
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

Setup

Accesses the notebook’s configuration utility.

Fn-F3

Power Management
Scheme Toggle

Switches the power management scheme used by the
computer (function available if supported by operating
system).

Fn-F4

Sleep

Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

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-w

Volume up

Increases the speaker volume.

Fn-y

Volume down

Decreases the speaker volume.

Fn-x

Brightness up

Increases the screen brightness.

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Hot Key
Fn-z

18

Icon

Function
Brightness down

Description
Decreases the screen brightness.

TravelMate C110

Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
Item

Specification

CPU type

Intel® ultra low voltage Pentium® M processor up to 900MHz CPU with ondie 1MB L2 cache

CPU package

uFC-BGA package

CPU core voltage

1.004V/0.844V

CPU I/O voltage

1.05V

BIOS
Item

Specification

BIOS vendor

Acer

BIOS Version

R01-A0x

BIOS ROM type

Flash ROM

BIOS ROM size

512KB

BIOS package

32-pin TSOP

Supported protocols

ACPI 1.0b/2.0, SMBIOS 2.3.1, IEEE 1394 1.0, IrDA V1.0, PCI 2.2, PnP
BIOS 1.0a, Intel AC 97 CNR specification, USB specification 1.1/2.0, PC
card standard 1995 (PCMCIA V3.0 compliant device), System/HDD
password security, INT 13h extensions, USB/1394 CD-ROM Boot Up
support, BIOS boot specification (Compal, Phoenix, Intel), Simple Boot
Flag 1.0, Boot Block, PCI Bus Power Management interface specification,
Preboot execution environment (PXE) 2.1, Boot Integrity Service
Application Program interface (BIS) 1.0, PC99a and Mobile PC2001
compliant, Intel SpeedStep Technology

BIOS password control

Set by switch, see SW1 setting

Second Level Cache
Item

Specification

Cache controller

Built-in CPU

Cache size

1MB for Pentium-M

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

Built-in Intel 885GM

Onboard memory size

0MB

DIMM socket number

2 sockets (2 banks)

Supports memory size per socket

128/256/512MB

Supports maximum memory size

512MB

Supports DIMM type

DDR SDRAM

Supports DIMM Speed

266 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.

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Memory Combinations
Slot 1
64 MB

Slot 2

Total Memory

0 MB

64 MB

0 MB

64MB

64 MB

64 MB

64 MB

128 MB

128 MB

0 MB

128 MB

0 MB

128 MB

128 MB

128 MB

128 MB

256 MB

256 MB

0 MB

256 MB

0 MB

256 MB

256MB

256 MB

128 MB

384 MB

128 MB

256 MB

384 MB

256 MB

256 MB

512 MB

512 MB

0 MB

512 MB

0 MB

512 MB

512 MB

512 MB

128 MB

640 MB

128 MB

512 MB

640 MB

512 MB

256 MB

768 MB

256 MB

512 MB

768 MB

512 MB

512 MB

1 GB

Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to
form other combinations.
NOTE: The shipping specification for DIMM combination is 256/512MB in slot 1.

LAN Interface
Item

Specification

Chipset

Intel ICH4+PHY (Intel 82562)

Supports LAN protocol

10/100 Mbps

LAN connector type

RJ45

LAN connector location

Rear side

Wireless LAN Interface
Item
Module

Ambit

Intel 2100

LAN interface

Mini PCI interface IEEE 802.11a/b
LAN module

Mini PCI interface IEEE 802.11b LAN
module

Channel support and default
channel protocol

IEEE 802.11ba/b

IEEE 802.11b

Enable/disable radio

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Specification

Support FAA requirement

TravelMate C110

Modem Interface
Item

Specification

Module

Ambit T60M283.10 MDC

Ambit T60M665.00

Fax modem data baud rate (bps)

14.4K

14.4K

Data modem data baud rate (bps)

56K

56K

Supports modem protocol

V.92 MDC

BLUETOOTH/MODEM COMBO MODULE
MDC

Modem connector type

RJ11

RJ11

Modem connector location

Rear side

Rear side

Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
Vendor & Model Name

Specification
IBM Travelstar

IBM Travelstar

IBM Travelstar

DJSA-210

DJSA-220

DJSA-230

Capacity

10G

20G

30G

Bytes per sector

512

512

512

Data heads

2

4

6

Recording zone

16

16

16

Disks

1

2

3

Spindle speed (RPM)

4200 RPM

4200 RPM

4200 RPM

Drive Format

Performance Specifications
Buffer size

384KB

1874KB

1874KB

Interface

ATA-5

ATA-5

ATA-5

Data transfer rate (buffer to/
from media, Mbytes/s)

109 ~ 203

109 ~ 203

109 ~ 203

Interface transfer rate
(host~buffer, Mbytes/s)

66 MB/Sec.

66 MB/Sec.

66 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode 66

Ultra DMA mode 66

Ultra DMA mode 66

5V(DC) +/- 5%

5V(DC) +/- 5%

5V(DC) +/- 5%

DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance

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CD-ROM (6X) Interface
Item

Specification

Vendor & model Name

AOpen SC-924U

Performance specification

With CD Diskette

Transfer rate (KB/sec)

Sustained:
Max 900KBytes/sec

Disc data capacity

12cm Disc: 540MBytes (Mode 1), 630MBytes (Mode 2)
8cm Disc: 180MBytes (Mode 1), 210MBytes (Mode 2)

Interface

USB1.1

Applicable disc format

CD-DA, CD-ROM (Mode 1 and Mode 2), CD-ROM/XA (Mode 2,
Form 1 and Form 2), CD-Extra, CD-I, Video CD, Photo CD (Single
and Multiple Sessions), I-Trax, CD-R, CD-RW

Operating system

Windows 98SE, Windows NT, Windows ME, Windows 2000,
Windows XP

Power requirement
Input voltage

5V(DC) +/- 5%

NOTE: The hardware specification of the external CD-ROM drive is 24X. However the actual performance is
only 6X under USB 1.1.

Audio Interface
Item
Audio Controller

Specification
CS4299-XQ

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

Microsoft AC97 2.1

Mixed sound source

Line-out, Line-in/Microphone, CD, Video, AUX, Speaker

Voice channel

8/16-bit, mono/stereo

Sampling rate

44.1 KHz

Internal microphone

Yes

Internal speaker / Quantity

Yes

Video Interface
Item

22

Specification

Chip vendor

Intel

Chip name

855GM

Chip voltage

Core/2.5V
Memory/2.5V

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port

No

Graph interface

PCI

Maximum resolution (LCD)

1600x1200 (32 bit colors)

Maximum resolution (CRT)

2048x1536 (16 bit colors)

TravelMate C110

Video Memory
Item

Specification

Fixed or upgradeable

Fixed

Video memory size

8 MB

Video Resolutions Mode (for both LCD and CRT)
8 bits
(256 colors)

Resolution

16 bits
(High color)

24 bits
(True color)

640x480

Yes

Yes

Yes

720x480

Yes

Yes

Yes

800x600

Yes

Yes

Yes

848x480

Yes

Yes

Yes

1024x768

Yes

Yes

Yes

1280x1024 (CRT only)

Yes

Yes

Yes

2048x768 (CRT only)

Yes

Yes

No

USB Port
Item

Specification

USB Compliancy Level

1.1/2.0

UHCI

USB 1.1

OHCI

USB 2.0

Number of USB port

2

Location

Right side

Serial port function control

Not available

IrDA Port
Item

Specification

IrDA FIR port controller

NS 87392 (SIO)

Number of IrDA FIR port

1

Location

Front side

IrDA FIR port function control

Not Available

IrDA FIR port

2F8

IrDA FIR port IRQ

IRQ3

ECP DMA channel

DMA channel 3

Optional IrDA FIR port DRQ

Not available

PCMCIA Port
Item

Specification

PCMCIA controller

RICOH R5C551

Supports card type

Type-II

Number of slots

One type-II

Access location

Right side

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port

ZV support

Supports 32 bit CardBus

Yes (IRQ10)

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System Board Major Chips
Item

Controller

System core logic

855-GM

Super I/O controller

ICH4-M

Audio controller

CS4299-XQ

Video controller

855-GM

Hard disk drive controller

ICH4-M

Keyboard controller

Mitsubishi M38857

RTC

ICH4-M

Keyboard
Item

Specification

Keyboard controller

Mitsubishi M38857

Keyboard vendor & model name

Darfon A5001 (84) / A500G (85) / A500J (88)

Total number of keypads

84/85/88-key

Windows 98 keys

Yes

Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously

Yes

Battery
Item
Vendor & model name

Specification
Sanyo 4UF103450P

Battery Type

Lithium Ion

Pack capacity

1800 mAH

Cell voltage

Over charge protection: Charge FET turns off if any cell voltage is
4.27V +/- 0.05V or over
Over discharge protection: Discharge FET turns off when any cell
voltage is less than 2.5V

Number of battery cell

24

4

Package configuration

1 row with 4 cells

Package voltage

14.8 V

TravelMate C110

DC-AC LCD Inverter
Item

Specification

Vendor & model name

Ambit T62l227.00

Input supply voltage (V)

LCDBATOUT
8.5V ~ 21V

Input signal voltage

Front Panel Back: 2.0 ~ 3.6V=ON, -0.3 ~ 0.8=OFF#

Output current (mA)

Min.: 0.6 +/- 0.6 (mA)
Max.: 5.3 +/- 0.3 (mA)

Environmental Specifications
Ambient operating temperature

0 ~ 50 degree C

Ambient operating

10% ~ 90%

humidity
Storage temperature

-20 ~ 60 degree C

Storage humidity

10% ~ 90%

NOTE: DC-AC inverter is used to generate very high AC voltage, then support to LCD CCFT backlight user,
and is also responsible for the control of LCD brightness. Avoid touching the DC-AC inverter area while
the system unit is turned on.
NOTE: There is an EEPROM in the inverter, which stores its supported LCD type and ID code. If you replace
a new inverter or replace the LCD with a different brand, use Inverter ID utility to update the ID
information.

LCD
Item

Specification

Vendor & model name

Toshiba LTM10C321K

Mechanical Specifications
LCD display area (diagonal, inch)

10.4

Display technology

TFT

Resolution

XGA (1024x768)

Supports colors

256K

Optical Specification
Brightness control

keyboard hotkey

Contrast control

No

Recommended Operating Conditions
Supply voltage for LCD display (V)

3.0 ~ 3.6 V

Fluorescent lamp driving voltage (Vrms)

540 ~ 640 V(rms)

Electronic Stylus
Item

Specification

Vendor

WACOM

Model number

MP-200-00

Maximum pressure

Tip switch: 1Kg or less
Side switch: 300g or less

Weight

Approximately 8g

Environmental Specification
Operating temperature

+5 ~ +40

Storage temperature

-10 ~ +60

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Electronic Stylus
Item

Specification

Operating humidity

+20 ~ +80% (no condensation)

Storage humidity

+20 ~ +80% (no condensation)

Digitizer Unit
Item

Specification

Vendor

WACOM

Model number

SU-001-01

Supply voltage

-0.3 ~ +4.0 V

Input voltage of signals

-0.3 ~ Supply voltage +0.3 V

High level output currency

-5 mA

Low level output currency

-10 mA

Weight

Approximately 47.5g

Environmental Specification
Operating ambient temperature

0 ~ +60

Storage temperature

-10 ~ +70

Operating ambient humidity

+20 ~ +80% (no condensation

Storage humidity

+20 ~ +90% (no condensation)

AC/DC Adapter
Item
Vendor & model name

Specification
LITE-ON PA-1500-02

Input Requirements
Maximum input current (A,
@90Vac, full load)

The maximum input current shall be less than 1.5 Ampere at full (50W) load and
90Vac input voltage.

Nominal input frequency

50 ~ 60 Hz

Input frequency variation range

47 ~ 63 Hz

Nominal input voltages

100 ~ 240 Vac

Input voltage variation range

90 ~ 270 Vac

Inrush current

Input Voltage: 100Vac, Inrush Current: 50A maximum
Input Voltage: 240Vac, Inrush Current: 100A maximum

Efficiency

The adapter efficiency shall be capable to meet the case temperature rising
requirement, above 85% is needed.

Output Ratings (CV mode)
DC output voltage

+20V ± 1.0V

Noise + Ripple

200mvp-pmax (20mHZ bandwidth)

Load

0 A (min.)

2.5 A (max.)

Output Ratings (CC mode)
Constant output

3.0 ± 0.3 A

Dynamic Output Characteristics

26

Turn-on delay time

3 sec.

Hold up time

8 ms

Over Voltage Protection (OVP)

Trip point 24V (max.)

Short circuit protection

Shall be capable of withstanding a continuous short-circuit to DC output without
damage or overstress to the component, PCB traces and connector under the
AC input conditions specified above.

TravelMate C110

AC/DC Adapter
Item
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)

Specification
+/-4KV (at air discharge, no allowed errors.)
+/-8KV (at air discharge, restart & damage errors are not allowed)
+/-15KV (at air discharge, restart & damage errors are not allowed)
+/-4KV (at contact discharge, no allowed errors.)
+/-6KV (at contact discharge, restart & damage errors are not allowed)
+/-8KV (at contact discharge, restart & damage errors are not allowed)

Dielectric Withstand Voltage
Primary to secondary

The adapter shall withstand for 1 minute without breakdown the application of a
60Hz 3000Vac supply voltage applied between both input line and output (10mA
DC cut-off current).

Leakage current

0.25 mA max. (@ 254 Vac, 60Hz)

Regulatory requirements

Shall meet:
1. FCC CFR47 Part 15 class B requirements. (USA)
2. VFG 243 class B requirements. (Germany)
3. CISPR 22 Class B requirements. (Scandinavia)
4. VCCI class II requirements. (Japan)

Power Management
Power Saving Mode

Phenomenon

Standby Mode

T

The Sleep indicator lights up

T

All power shuts off

T

The display shuts off

T

Hard disk drive is in standby mode.
(spindle turned-off)

Waiting time specified by the System
Standby value or the operating system
elapses without any system activity.
Or
When the computer is about to enter
Hibernation mode (e.g., during a battery-low
condition), but the Hibernation file is invalid
or not present.
Hibernation Mode
When customized functions for power
management are set to Hibernation and the
corresponding action is taken.
Display Standby Mode
Keyboard, built-in touchpad, and an external
PS/2 pointing device are idle for a specified
period.
Hard Disk Standby Mode
Hard disk is idle within a specified period of
time.

Environmental Requirements
Item

Specification

Temperature
Operating

+5 ~ +35 °C

Non-operating

-10 ~ +60 °C

Non-operating

-20 ~ +60 °C (storage package)

Humidity
Operating

20% to 80% RH, non-condensing

Non-operating

20% to 90% RH, non-condensing (unpacked)

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Environmental Requirements
Item
Non-operating

Specification
20% to 90% RH, non-condensing (storage package)

Vibration
Operating (unpacked)

5 ~ 25.6Hz: 0.38mm (peak to peak)
25.6 ~ 250Hz: 0.5G

Non-operating (unpacked)

5 ~ 27.1Hz: 0.6G
27.1Hz ~ 50Hz: 0.4mm (peak to peak)
50 ~ 500Hz: 2.0G

Non-operating (packed)

5 ~ 62.6Hz: 0.51mm (peak to peak)
62.6 ~ 500Hz: 4G

Mechanical Specification
Item

Specification

Dimensions

257 (W) x 216 (D) x 29.7 (H)

Weight

3.2 lbs with 10.4” XGA LCD

I/O Ports

1 type II CardBus socket, 1 RJ-11 modem port, 1 RJ-45 LAN port, 1 DC-in jack
(AC adapter), 1 FIR port, 1 external monitor port, 2 USB ports, 1 audio line-out/
headphone-out jack, 1 audio line-in/microphone-in jack

Drive Bays

None

Material

Housing: MCS-050

Indicators

Num Lock, Caps Lock, Battery Charge, Media Activity, Sleep LED, Power LED,
Wireless Communication

Switch

Power

Panel : Plastic

Memory Address Map
Memory Address

Size

Function

00100000h-000F0000h

64 KB

System BIOS

000F0000h-000E0000h

64 KB

UMB Area

000E0000h-000C0000h

128 KB

VGA BIOS

000C0000h-000A0000h

128 KB

Video memory (VRAM)

000A0000h-00000000h

640 KB

Conventional memory

I/O Address Map
I/O Address

28

Function

0000-000F

Direct memory access controller

0000-0CF7

PCI bus

0020-0021

Programmable interrupt controller

0040-0043

System timer

0060-0060

Standard 101/102-key or Microsoft natural PS/2 keyboard

0061-0061

System speaker

0062-0062

Microsoft ACPI-compliant embedded controller

0064-0064

Standard 101/102-key or Microsoft natural PS/2 keyboard

0066-0066

Microsoft ACPI-compliant embedded controller

0070-0073

System CMOS/real time clock

0080-0080

Motherboard resources

0081-008F

Direct memory access controller

TravelMate C110

I/O Address Map
I/O Address
0092-0092

Function
Motherboard resources

00A0-00A1

Programmable interrupt controller

00B0-00B3

Motherboard resources

00C0-00DF

Direct memory access controller

00F0-00FF

Numeric data processor

01F0-01F7

Primary IDE channel

0274-0277

ISAPNP Read Data Port

0279-0279

ISAPNP Read Data Port

02C8-02CF

Motherboard resources

02F8-02FF

Acer Laptop Fast Infrared port

03B0-03BB

Silicon Motion Lynx3DM

03C0-03DF

Silicon Motion Lynx3DM

03F6-03F6

Primary IDE channel

03F8-03FF

Wacom Serial Pen HID Tablet

0460-0463

Tablet PC Buttons

04D0-04D1

Motherboard resources

0A79-0A79

ISAPNP Read Data Port

0D00-FFFF

PCI bus

7000-70FF

Avance AC’97 Audio for Intel (R) Audio Controller

7400-743F

Avance AC’97 Audio for Intel (R) Audio Controller

7800-78FF

Lucent Technologies Soft Modem AMR

7C00-7C7F

Lucent Technologies Soft Modem AMR

8000-80FF

Realtek RTL 8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC

8400-841F

Intel (R) 82440MX USB Universal Host Controller

8440-844F

Intel (R) 82440MX Bus Master IDE Controller

F000-F03F

Motherboard resources

F100-F10F

Motherboard resources

FB00-FBFE

O2 Micro Smart Card Bus Reader

FC00-FCFF

O2 Micro Card Bus Controller

FD00-FDFF

O2 Micro Card Bus Controller

FE00-FEFF

O2 Micro Card Bus Controller

FF00-FFFF

O2 Micro Card Bus Controller

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IRQ Assignment Map
Interrupt Channel

Function

IRQ0

System timer

IRQ1

Keyboard

IRQ2

Cascade

IRQ3

FIR (Serial port)

IRQ4

Reserved for Serial port 2

IRQ5

Reserved for PCMCIA R2 card

IRQ6

COM1 (Serial port) for Digitizer

IRQ7

LPT (Parallel port)

IRQ8

CMOS/RTC

IRQ9

SCI IRQ used by ACPI bus

IRQ10

SMBus (PIRQB#), Audio (PIRQB#), Modem (PIRQB#), LAN (PIRQE#),
CardBus (PIRQE#), IEEE1394 (PIRQF#),

IRQ11

USB1.1 (PIRQA#, PIRQC#, PIRQD#), VGA (PIRQA#), USB2.0 (PIRQH#),
MiniPCI (PIRQG#)

IRQ12

PS/2 device

IRQ13

Math processor

IRQ14

IDE primary channel

IRQ15

None

DMA Channel Assignment
DMA Channel

30

Function

DRQ0

Reserved

DRQ1

Reserved

DRQ2

Reserved

DRQ3

IrDA FIR controller (DMA:1,3)

DRQ4

DMA controller

DRQ5

Reserved

DRQ6

Reserved

DRQ7

Reserved

TravelMate C110

Chapter 2

System Utilities
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 (while the TravelMate logo is being displayed).

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information

Main

Advanced

Security

Boot

Exit

CPU Type

Intel(R) Pentium(R) M processor 900MHz

System Memory

640 KB

Extended Memory

XXXXXX KB

HDD1 Serial Number

XXXXXX

System BIOS Version

R01-XXX

VGA BIOS Version

XXXX

KBC Version:

02.13.29

Serial Number

12345678901234567

Asset Tag Number
Product Name

TravelMate C110

Manufacture Name

Acer

UUID Number

c9862ee0-11df-11d6-b30b-ddbbbf201d3f

F1 Help
Esc Exit



Select Item
Select Menu

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

Navigating the BIOS Utility
There are six menu options: System Information, Basic System Settings, Startup Configuration, System
Security and Loading Default Settings.
To enter a menu, highlight the item using the w / y keys, then press e.
Within a menu, navigate through the BIOS Utility by following these instructions:
T

Press the w / y keys to move between the parameters.

T

Press the z / x keys to change the value of a parameter.

T

Press the | key while you are in any of the menu options to return to the main menu.

NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys are
shown at the bottom of the screen.

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System Information
The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information

Main

Advanced

Security

Boot

Exit

CPU Type

Intel(R) Pentium(R) M processor 900MHz

System Memory

640 KB

Extended Memory

XXXXXX KB

HDD1 Serial Number

XXXXXX

System BIOS Version

R01-XXX

VGA BIOS Version

XXXX

KBC Version:

02.13.29

Serial Number

12345678901234567

Asset Tag Number
Product Name

TravelMate C110

Manufacture Name

Acer

UUID Number

c9862ee0-11df-11d6-b30b-ddbbbf201d3f

F1 Help
Esc Exit



Select Item
Select Menu

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

NOTE: The screen above is a sample and may not reflect the actual data on your computer.
The following table describes the information in this screen.
.

Parameter

Description

CPU Type

Display the type and speed of CPU .

System Memory

Display the current system memory.

Extended Memory

Display the current extended memory

HDD1 Serial Number

Display the primary master HDD serial number. If no primary master HDD,
show ‘None’.

System BIOS Version

The current system BIOS version

VGA BIOS Version

The current VGA BIOS version. It is got from VGA BIOS AX=5F01.

KBC Version

The current KBC version.

Serial Number

Display the serial number of the computer. (30 characters)

Asset Tag Number

Display the asset tag number of the computer. (32 characters)

Product Name

Display the Product Name. (15 characters)

Manufacturer Name

Display the manufacturer Name (15 characters)

UUID

Display the universally unique identifier of your computer. (16 Byte Hex
digital)

The items in this screen are important and vital information about your computer. If you experience computer
problems and need to contact technical support, this data helps our service personnel know more about your
computer.

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Main System Settings
The Main System Settings screen allows you to set the system date and time.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information

Main

Advanced

Security

Power

Boot

Exit

System Time:

[12:00:00]

System Date:

[01/01/2002]

Boot Display

[Auto]

,,or

Screen Expansion

[Enabled

selects field

QuickBoot Mode

[Enabled]

Startup Screen

[Enabled]

Boot on LAN

[Disabled]

Hotkey Beep

[Enabled]

Auto Dim

[Enabled]

F12 Multi-Boot

[Enabled]

F1 Help
Esc Exit



Select Item
Select Menu

Item Specific Help

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select > Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

The following table describes the parameters in this screen
.

Parameter
System Time

Description
Sets the system time
Format: HH:MM:SS ( Hour : Minute : Second )
Help: ,, or  selects field.

System Date

Sets the system date.
Format: MM/DD/YYYY (Month/Day/Year)
Help: , , or  selects field.

Boot Display

Set the display output device on boot up.
Help: Set the display output device on boot up.
When set to Auto, the computer automatically determines the display
device. If an external display device (e.g., monitor) is connected, it
becomes the boot display. When set to Both, the computer outputs to both
the LCD and the external display if one is connected.
Option: Both or Auto

Screen Expansion

Options: Enable or Disable.
Help: Options: Enable or Disable.

QuickBoot Mode

Options: Enable or Disable
Help: Allow the system to skip certain tests while booting. This will
decrease the time needed to boot the system.

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Parameter
Startup Screen

Description
Display OEM logo picture screen during boot up.
Options: Enable or Disable
Help: Enable to show the graphic picture screen on boot up.

Boot on LAN

Options: Enable or Disable.
Help: When set to enabled, system will boot on LAN.
Notice: Need to restart system for enabling Boot-on-LAN function.

Hotkey Beep

Options: Enable or Disable
Help: Enable or Disable Hotkey Beep.

Auto Dim

Options: Enable or Disable
Help: The system will support an automatic dimming of the LCD backlight
when the AC power source is NOT available (running on battery power).

F12 Multi-Boot

Options: Enable or Disable
Help: Users could choose if to display “Fn-F12 for multi-boot” message
during post.

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Advanced System Settings
The Startup Configuration screen contains parameter values that define how your computer behaves on
system startup.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit
Item Specific Help
>IDE Primary Master

[HITACHI_DK23EA-60]

>I/O Device Configuration
Legacy USB Support

[Enabled]

IDE Primary Master
Drive.

Boot From Hard disk Recovery [Disabled]
Default Wireless Device

F1 Help
Esc Exit 

[Disabled]

F9 Setup Defaults
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values
Select Menu Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and
suggested parameter settings.

Parameter
IDE Primary Master

Description
Show IDE Primary Master drive.

Options
Auto

User can enter submenu to set some detail functions
I/O Device Configuration

Enter submenu to set onboard device configuration
Help: Pheripheral Configuration.

Legacy USB Support

Set Enabled or Disabled support for Legacy USB
Keyboards and Mice.

Enabled or Disabled

Help: Enable support for Legacy USB.
Boot From Hard Disk
Recovery

Help: Enable support for D2D Recovery in Boot
Sequence.

Disabled or Enabled

Default Wireless Device

Select default wireless device when system boots up.
User may select preferred device as default wireless
device, or disable all wireless device to prevent
unnecessary RF signals. For the model without
Wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the corresponding item
should be invisible. If both wireless devices are not
equipped, the option should be invisible.

Disabled
Wireless LAN
Bluetooth
Both

Help: Select default wireless device when system
boots up.

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IDE Primary Master
The IDE Primary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the primary hard disk.
CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for the advanced users only. Typically, you do not need to
change the values in this screen. The default setting of Auto optimizes all the settings for your hard
disk.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Advanced
Primary Master

[HITACHI_DK23EA-60-(PM)]

Type:

[Auto]
LBA Format

Total Sectors:

117210240

Maximum Capacity:

60012MB

Multi-Sector Transfers:
LBA Mode Control:

[Enabled]
[Disabled]

Transfer Mode:

[FPIO 4 / DMA 2]

Ultra DMA Mode:

[Mode 5]

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

Select Item
Select Menu

User = you enter
parameters of hard-disk
drive installed at this
connection.
Auto = Autotype Hard-Disk
Drive installed here.

[16 Sectors]

32 Bit I/O:

F1 Help
Esc Exit

Item Specific Help

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

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I/O Device Configuration
The parameters in this screen are for advanced users only. You do not need to change the values in this
screen because these values are already optimized.
The I/O Device Configuration screen assigns resources to basic computer communication hardware.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Advanced
I/O Device Configuration

Serial port:

[Enabled]

Mode:

[FIR]

Base I/O Address:

[2F8]

Interrupt:

[IRQ4]

DMA channel:

[DMA3]

Item Specific Help
Configure serial port
using options:
[Disabled]
No configuration
[Enabled]
User Configuration
[Auto]

[Enabled]

BIOS or OS chooses
configuration

Mode:

[Bi-directional]

(OS Cintrolled)

Base I/O address:

[378]

Interrupt:

[IRQ7]

Displayed when Controlled
by OS

Parallel port:

F1 Help
Esc Exit



Select Item
Select Menu

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select > Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

NOTE: When the device is disabled, all the sub-items will be showed as [--].

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.

Parameter
Serial Port A

Description
Enables or disables the serial port.

Options
Enabled, Disabled or Auto

The serial port is a PnP device. Enabled/Disabled
setting won’t affect the setting of the serial port in
device manager of Windows.
When enabled, you can set the base I/O address and
interrupt request (IRQ) of the serial port.
Help: [Enabled] : User configuration
[Disabled] : No configuration
[Auto] : BIOS or OS chooses configuration
Mode

Sets speration mode of the serial port.

FIR or COM Port

Only set the serial post operation mode in BIOS
Setup.
Help: Set the mode for the serial port using
Base I/O Address

Sets the I/O address of the com operation.

3F8, 2F8, 3E8 or 2E8

Help: Set the base I/O address for serial port.

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Parameter
Interrupt

Description
Sets the IRQ of the Com operation.

Options
IRQ3, IRQ4

Help: Set the base I/O address for serial port A.
DMA Channel

Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in ECP
mode. This parameter is enabled only if operation
mode is set to ECP.

DMA1 or DMA3

Help: Set the DMA channel for the parallel port.
Parallel Port

Enables or disable the parallel port.

Enabled, Disabled or Auto

The parallel port is a PnP device. Enabled/Disabled
setting won’t affect the Windows Device Manager
setting of the parallel port.
Sets operation mode of the parallel port.
Only set the parallel post operation mode in BIOS
setup. If set to be ECP mode, the Windows will
assume the parallel port as the ECP port.
If operation mode is set to Base I/O address, sets the
base I/O address, of the parallel port.
If operation mode is set to interrupt, sets the interrupt
request of the parallel port.
If operation mode is set to ECP DMA Channel, sets
the direct memory access (DMA) channel for the
printer to operate in ECP mode. This parameter is
enabled only if operation mode is set to ECP.
Help: Set the mode for the parallel port using
Mode

Sets speration mode of the parallel port.

Bi-directional, EPP, ECP

Only set the parallel post operation mode in BIOS
Setup. If set to be ECP mode, the Windows will
assume the parallel port as the ECP port.
Help: Set the mode for the parallel port using
Base I/O address

Sets the base I/O address of the parallel port.

378, 278, or 3BC

Help: Set the base I/O address for the parallel port.
Interrupt

Sets the interrupt request of the parallel port.

IRQ5 or IRQ7

Help: Set the interrupt request for the parallel port.

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

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information

Main

Advanced

Security

Boot

Exit
Item Specific Help

Set Supervisor Password

[Enter]

Set User Password

[Enter]

Password on boot

[Enter]

Set Primary Hard Disk Password

[Enter]

F1 Help
Esc Exit



Select Item
Select Menu

Supervisor password
controls the access to
the whole setup utility.
It can be used to boot
up when Password on boot
is enabled.

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and
suggested parameter settings.

Parameter
Set Supervisor Password

Description
While entering SETUP, BIOS need to request user to enter
supervisor password if set.

Options
Enter or Present

This password protects the BIOS SETUP menu from
unathorized modification.
Help: Supervisor Password controls the access of the whole
setup utility. It can be used to boot up when Password on boot
is enabled.
Set User Password

During POST, BIOS need to check user password if set.

Enter or Present

This password protects the system from unallowable user
entry before OS boots up.
Help: User Password controls the access of the whole setup
utility. It can be used to boot up when Password on boot is
enabled.
Password on boot

During POST, BIOS need to check power on password if set.

Enabled or Disabled

This password protects the computer from unathorized entry
during boot-up.
Help: Enable password entry on boot up.
Set Primary Hard Disk
Password

During POST, BIOS need to check power on password if set.

Enter or Present

This password protects the interanl hard disk to prevent from
any unathorized access.
When there is no hard disk existence, this item should be
hidden. If S/W Jumper: Hide HDD Password is Enabled, this
item should be hidden.
Help: Input HDD Password to prevent from any unathorized
access.

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Setting a Password
Follow these steps:
1.

Use the cursor w/y keys to highlight a Password parameter (Setup, Power-on or Hard Disk) and press
the e key. The password box appears:

2.

Type a password. The password may consist of up to eight characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9).

IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen.
3.

Press e. Retype the password to verify your first entry and press e.

4.

After setting the password, the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Present.

Removing a Password
Should you want to remove a password, do the following:
1.

Use the cursor up/ down keys to highlight a password parameter (Setup, Power-on or Hard Disk) and
press the e key. The password box appears.

2.

Enter the current password and press e.

3.

Press Enter twice without entering anything in the new field and confirm password fields to remove the
existing password.
NOTE: When you want to remove the Hard Disk (or 2nd Hard Disk) password, you are prompted for the
current Hard Disk password before it is removed.

Changing a Password
To change a password, follow these steps:

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T

Remove the current password. See “Removing a Password” on page 40.

T

Set a new password. See “Setting a Password” on page 44.

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Boot Options
Users can press F12 during POST to enter the Boot Options Menu. In this menu users can change boot
device without entering BIOS SETUP utility.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help
Removable Devices
+Hard Drive
Keys used to view or
configure devices:

CD-ROM Drive
!D2D Recovery

 expands or
collapses devices with a
+ or -.
 and  moves the
device up or down.

F1 Help
Esc Exit 

F9 Setup Defaults
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values
Select Menu Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

NOTE: There are four priorities that can let the user to specify the boot device sequence.
The priority of options from top to down is 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th.
If the Removable Device or Hard Drive option has multi devices, show ‘+’ in front of option and show each
device information.
If secondary Hard Disk exists, user can also choose it to Boot. If secondary hard Disk is nonexistence, hide the
secondary Hard Disk option.

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Exit Setup
This menu contains exit options.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information

Main

Advanced

Security

Boot

Exit
Item Specific Help

Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes

F1 Help
Esc Exit



Select Item
Select Menu

Exit System Setup and
save your changes to
CMOS.

F5/F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
Enter Select >Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Setting in boldface are the defaults and
suggested parameter settings.

Parameter
Exit Saving Changes

Description
Save any changes, and exit BIOS setup.
Help: Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit Discarding Changes

Discard any changes, and exit BIOS setup.

Load Setup Defaults

Load Setup Defaults.

Help: Exit utility without saving Setup data to CMOS.
Help: Load default values for all SETUP items.
Discard Changes

Discard aany changes.

Save Changes

Save changes.

Help: Load previous value from CMOS for all SETUP items.
Help: Save Setup data to CMOS.

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Multi-Boot Menu
Users can press F12 during POST to enter the Multi Boot Selection Menu. In this menu users can change
boot device without entering BIOS SETUP utility.

Boot Menu
1.
2.

Removeable Devices
+Hard Drive

3.

CD-ROM Drive

4.

D2D Recovery*



NOTE: * If D2D Recovery function is not available, then this item will be disappeared
NOTE: ** If users disable the “Boot from LAN” option in BIOS SETUP utility, then this item will be disappeared.

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Setting a Password
Follow these steps:
1.

Use the cursor up/down keys to highlight a Password parameter (Setup, Power-on, Hard Disk, or
Resume) and press the z / x key. The password box appears:

2.

Type a password. The password may consist of up to eight characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9).

IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen.
3.

Press e. Retype the password to verify your first entry and press e.

4.

After setting the password, the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Present.

Four password types protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these passwords creates
several different levels of protection for your computer and data:
T

Setup Password prevents unauthorized entry to the BIOS Utility. Once set, you must key-in this
password to gain access to the BIOS Utility.

T

Power-On Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this
password with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum
security.

T

Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk.
Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer, it cannot be
accessed without the Hard Disk Password.

When a password is set, a password prompt appears on the left-hand corner of the display screen.
1.

When the Setup Password is set, the following prompt appears when you press m to enter the BIOS
Utility at boot-up.

Setup Password

Type the Setup Password and press e to access the BIOS Utility.
2.

When the Power On Password is set, the following prompt appears at boot-up.

Type the Power On Password (a symbol appears for each character you type) and press e to use the
computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, an x symbol appears. Try again and press e.
3.

When the Hard Disk Password is set, the following prompt appears at boot-up.

Type the Hard Disk Password (a symbol appears for each character you type) and press e to use the
computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, an x symbol appears. Try again and press e.

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You have three chances to enter a password. If you successfully entered the password, the system starts
Windows.
If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system hangs.
To change a password, follow the same steps used to set a password.
To remove a password, follow the same steps used to set a password, except type nothing in the password
boxes.

Load Default Settings
If you want to restore all parameter settings to their default values, select this menu item and press e. The
following dialog box displays.

If you would like to load default settings for all parameters, use the cursor z / x keys to select Yes; then
press e. Choose No if otherwise.

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

New versions of system programs

T

New features or options

Use the IFlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use IFlash.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce on how to use IFlash utility.

System Utility Diskette
This utility diskette is for the Acer TravelMate C110 notebook machine. You ca
an find the utility in Service CD
kiit. It provides the following functions :
1.

Panel ID Utility

2.

Thermal Utility

3.

Mother Board Data Utility

To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a “Microsoft Windows ME Startup Menu” prompt you to
choose the testing item. Follow the instructions on screen to proceed.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce each test utility and its
functions.

System Diagnostic Diskette
IMPORTANT: 1The diagnostics program here that we used is called PQA (Product Quality Assurance) and is
provided by Acer Headquarters. You can utilize it as a basic diagnostic tool. To get this program,
either download it from http://csd.acer.com.tw or find it in the TravelMate C110 service CD kit.
To better fit local service requirements, your regional office MAY have other diagnostic program.
Please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with further
technical details.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce each test and its functions.

1

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New added description. Please pay attention to it.

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Running PQA Diagnostics Program

PQA

Vx_x

Result

Diag

SysInfo

Option

xx-xx-xx

Exit

Press z / xto move around the main menu. Press e to enable the selected option. The main options
are Diag, Result, SysInfo, Option and Exit.
The Diag option lets you select testing items and times.
The following screen appears when you select Diag from the main menu.

PQA

Vx_x

Result

Diag

SysInfo

Option

xx-xx-xx

Exit

Diag
ONE
MULTI
FULL
QUICK

TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST

One Test performs a single test and Manual checks the selected test items in sequence.
Multi Test performs multiple tests of the selected items and check the selected test items in sequence.
Full Test performs all test items in detail for your system.
Quick Test performs all test items quickly for your system.

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The screen below appears if you select Multi Test.

PQA
PQA

Diag
Diag

Vx_x
Vx_x

Result
Result
Diag
Diag

ONE
One
MULTI
Multi
FULL
QUICK

SysInfo
SysInfo

xx-xx-xx
xx-xx-xx

Option
Option

Exit
Exit

TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST

TEST COUNT VALUE (1...9999) 1

Specify the desired number of tests and press e.
After you specify the number of tests to perform, the screen shows a list of test items (see below).

PQA

Diag
Result
Diag
Items
MANUALTest
TEST
[ ] System
AUTO
TESTBoard
[ ] Memory
[ ] Keyboard
[ ] Video
[ ] Parallel Port
[ ] Serial Port
[ ] Diskette Drive
[ ] Hard Disk
[ ] CD-ROM
[ ] Coprocessor
[ ] Pointing Dev.
[ ] Cache

Vx_x

SysInfo

Option

xx-xx-xx

Exit

SPACE: mark/unmark selecting item
ESC : return to upper menu
F1
: Help menu
F2
: test the marked item(s)
ENTER: open sub-item’s menu
Test Times = 1

Move the highlight bar from one item to another. Press Space to enable or disable the item. Press e to
view the available options of each selected item. Press | to close the submenu.
The right corner screen information gives you the available function keys and the specified test number.
T

Space: Enables/disables the item

T

ESC: Exits the program

T

F1: Help

T

F2: Tests the selected item(s)

T

Enter: Opens the available options

T
Test Times: Indicates the number of tests to perform.
NOTE: The F1 and F2 keys function only after you finish configuring the Test option.

NOTE: When any errors are detected by diagnostic program, refer to “Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code” for
troubleshooting.

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Chapter 3

Machine Disassembly and Replacement
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:
T

Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge

T

Flat-bladed screw driver

T

Phillips screw driver

T

Tweezers

Flat-bladed screw driver or plastic stick
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.
T

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General Information
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:

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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.

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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 Pack

Ax1

Cx2
2 Middle
Covers

HDD Cover

Video Capture
Kit Covers

DIMM Cover

Wireless LAN
Module

Black & White
RF Cable

Ax3
HDD Module

Keyboard

Bx1
Ax2

Cx2
HDD

DIMM Upper
Plate

HDD Case

Coaxial Cable

Ax2
HDD
Connector

Ax4
Ax2

Modem Board

DIMM

LCD HInges
W/ Center
Hinge

LCD Module

Ax3
Main Unit

Ax2

Inverter Board

LCD Bezel
Ax2

Ax8

Button Board

Hx3
Speaker

Upper Case

RTC Battery

Lower Case

Dx2

Auxiliary
Antenna

Ax4
Ax2
Dx1
LCD Support
Knobs

Touch Pad
Module

Main Antenna

Main Board
Fx2
Ax4

Touch Pad
FPC

LCD Panel

Heat Sink /
VGA Plate
Ax4
Gx4

LCD W/
Protection
Cover

PCMCIA
Socket
Ex2
Sensor Board

Chapter 3

Coaxial Cable

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Screw List
Item

52

Description

A

Screw M2.5 X L6 (Black)

B

Screw M3 X L4 (Silver)

C

Screw M2 X L4 ((Black)

D

Screw M2 X L4 (Silver)

E

Screw M2 X L4.5 (Golden)

F

Hex Screw (Silver)

G

Screw M2 X L4 (Black)

H

Screw M2 X L2 (Silver)

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Removing the Battery Pack
1.

Push the battery lock latch forward to unlock the battery.

2.

Push the battery release latch to release the battery.

3.

Remove the battery.

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Removing the Wireless LAN Module

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

First remove the two screws as shown here, and then lift the DIMM cover up.

3.

Detach the gray and black RF cables from the wireless LAN module.

4.

Push the two latches on both sides of the socket to release the wireless LAN module. Remove the
wireless LAN module..

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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

Remove the screw of the HDD cover, then remove the HDD cover.

3.

Pull and slide out the HDD module from its bay.

Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 55

3.

Remove the one silver screw, and then detach the HDD module out from the HDD case. Detach the HDD
connector from the HDD.

.

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Disassembling the Main Unit
Removing the Middle Covers
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

First, push outward the middle cover as shown here, and then detach the other middle cover on the rear
of the unit.

Removing the Keyboard

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

Remove the three screws, lift the keyboard upward, and then put it on the upper case as shown here.

4.

Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board by using a plastic flat screwdriver and remove the
keyboard.

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Removing the DIMM Upper Plate
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

Remove the two screws, and then detach the DIMM upper plate from the heat sink plate.

Removing the Internal Memory Module
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

5.

Push the latches on both sides of the socket to release the DIMM, and then remove the DIMM from the
main unit.

Removing the Modem Board
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

Remove the two screws, and then detach the modem board from the main board. Turn the modem board
over.

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5.

Disconnect the modem cable and the bluetooth cable from the modem board, and then

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Removing the LCD Module

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

Remove the two screws as shown here, and then disconnect the LCD coaxial cable from the main board.
Disconnect the inverter cable from the main board

5.

Pull up the two RF cables with the tweezers gently. Remove the two screws and the other two on the
center hinge.

6.

Press the two LCD support knobs inward and then remove the LCD module from the main unit.

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module can only be rotated at 180 degrees. Rotating the LCD module in the wrong direction may cause
the damage to the cables.
1.

Pressing the two LCD support knobs inward, rotate the LCD module clockwise at 180 degrees.

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2.

To rotate the LCD module back to its original position, rotate the LCD module counterclockwise at 180
degrees. Press the two LCD support knobs to secure the LCD module well.

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Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

Disconnect the RTC battery cable and the speaker cable from the main board.

6.

Disconnect the touch pad cable and the cover switch cablefrom the main board with a plastic flat
screwdriver.

7.

Turn over the machine, please note that the machine should be put on a sponge with the two LCD support
knobs against the edge of the sponge. Remove the eight screws at the back side of the main unit.

8.

Release the I/O port rubber doors, and the docking rubber door on the rear side of the unit . Release USB
& 1934 ports on the right side of the unit. (Please do not remove the rubber doors from the main unit.).

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Separate the upper case from the lower case.

Removing the RTC Battery
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

Remove the tape and then detach the RTC battery from the upper case carefully.

Removing the Speaker
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

Remove the three screws, and then detach the speaker from the upper case carefully.

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Removing the Touch Pad Module
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

First release the latches in the way as shown here. Snap off the touch pad module from the upper case
carefully.

7.

Turn the touch pad board over, put it on the upper case, and then disconnect the touch pad cable from the
touch pad board. Remove the touch pad board from the upper case

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Removing the Touch Pad FPC

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

See “Removing the Speaker” on page 61

7.

Remove the touch pad FPC from the upper case as shown below.

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Removing the LCD Support Knobs
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

Remove the two screws as shown, and then use a plastic flat screwdriver to help remove the left and right
LCD support knobs consecutively

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Removing the Main Board
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

Remove the four screws as shown below, and then remove the main board from the lower case with
caution..

Removing the Thermal Plate

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

See “Removing the Main Board” on page 64

7.

Remove the four screws and two hex screws as shown below, and then remove the thermal plate from the
main board with caution.

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Removing the PCMCIA Socket
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

6.

See “Removing the Main Board” on page 64

7.

See “Removing the Thermal Plate” on page 64

8.

Remove the four screws, and then detach the PCMCIA socket from the main board.

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Removing the Modem Cable
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the Modem Board” on page 57

6.

See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 60

7.

See “Removing the Main Board” on page 64

8.

See “Removing the Thermal Plate” on page 64

9.

Detach the tape, and then disconnect the modem cable from the main board.

10. Remove the modem cable
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Disassembling the LCD Module
Removing the LCD Bezel
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

Remove the stylus and the two video capture kit covers.

.

6.

Remove the three LCD screw cushions and then the three screws on the LCD bezel..

7.

Snap off the LCD bezel carefully, and then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module

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Removing the LCD Hinges with the Center Hinge
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 66

6.

Pull the cables out from the center hinge, remove the two screws, push the cables out through the center
hinge and then remove the LCD hinges together with the center hinge from the LCD panel.

Removing the Button Board & Inverter Board
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 66

6.

Remove the two screws on the button board, and the other two screws on the inverter board
respectively.

7.

Disconnect the LCD power cable from the inverter board and then detach the button board together with
inverter board from the LCD panel carefully.. Disconnect inverter cable from the inverter board.

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Removing the Main and Auxiliary Antenna
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 66

6.

Remove the one silver screw and the other two silver screws as shown below. Detach the main antenna
at the top and auxiliary antenna at the bottom from the LCD module.

NOTE: When you reassemble the machine, please remember to put the two antennas back with the small
latches installed well and the two RF cables arranged well.

Removing the LCD
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 66

6.

Remove the four screws and then detach the LCD together with the protection cover from the LCD panel
carefully.

NOTE: Please do not detach the protection cover from the LCD. The intention to do so will cause the damage
to the protection cover and the LCD.

Removing the Coaxial Cable

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1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 66

6.

See “Removing the LCD” on page 68
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Remove the tape, disconnect the coaxial cable, and then remove the coaxial cable from the LCD carefully.

Removing the Sensor Board
1.

See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 53

2.

See “Removing the Middle Covers” on page 56

3.

See “” on page 56

4.

See “.” on page 58

5.

See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 66

6.

See “Removing the LCD” on page 68

7.

Remove the two golden screws, remove the tapes and then detach the sensor board from the LCD
carefully.

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Chapter 4

Troubleshooting
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or
modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1.

Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.

2.

Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating
the same operation.

3.

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 73.

POST does not complete. No beep or error codes are
indicated.

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 76

POST detects an error and displayed messages on
screen.

“Error Message List” on page 77

The diagnostic test detected an error and displayed a
FRU code.

“System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 46

Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or
others).

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 76

Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent
problems).

Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to “Power-On
Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 76

“Undetermined Problems” on page 84

“Intermittent Problems” on page 83
“Undetermined Problems” on page 84

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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 46 for details.
1.

Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the PQA program (see “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page
46).

2.

Go to the diagnostic Diskette Drive in the test items.

3.

Press m in the test items.

4.

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/CD-ROM module.

2.

Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

3.

Replace the system 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 PQA program (refer to “System Diagnostic Diskette” on
page 46.

2.

Go to the diagnostic CD-ROM in the test items.

3.

Press m in the test items.

4.

Follow the instructions in the message window.

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

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1.

Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

2.

Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

3.

Replace the system board.

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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
46 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 system board.

The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:
T

Numeric keypad

T

External 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 PQA program (please refer to “System Diagnostic
Diskette” on page 46.

2.

Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

3.

Press m 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:

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“Check the Power Adapter” on page 74

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“Check the Battery Pack” on page 75

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Check the Power Adapter
Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power
adapter cable. See the following figure

Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V
Pin 2: 0V, Ground

1.

If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter.

2.

If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
T

Replace the System board.

T

If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 84.

If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
NOTE: An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect.
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3.

If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter for correct
continuity and installation.

4.

If the operational charge does not work, see “Check the Battery Pack” on page 75.

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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 7(ground). See the
following figure.

3.

If the voltage is still less than 2.7 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.

Reconnect the touchpad cables.

2.

Replace the touchpad.

3.

Replace the system board.

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 84.
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 Code List
Error Codes
006

Error Messages
Equipment Configuration Error
Causes:
1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch
2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error
3. IDE Secondary Channel Master Drive Error

010

Memory Error at XXXX:XXXX:XXXXh (R:XXXXh, W:XXXXh)

070

Real Time Clock Error

071

CMOS Battery Bad

072

CMOS Checksum Error

110

Incorrect password specified, system disabled. (Text mode only)



Battery critical low
In this situation, BIOS will issue 4 short beeps that shut down the
system. No message will be shown.



Thermal critical high
In this situation, BIOS will issue 3 long beeps then shut down the
system.

Error Message List
Error Messages
Failure Fixed Disk

FRU/Action in Sequence
Reconnect hard disk drive connector.
“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Hard disk drive
System board

Stuck Key

see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 73 .

Keyboard error

see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 73.

Keyboard Controller Failed

see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 73.

Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch

Unlock external keyboard

Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Setup

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

BIOS ROM
System board

System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

DIMM

Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

DIMM

System board
System board
System battery is dead - Replace and run Setup

Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure
system time, then reboot system.

System CMOS checksum bad - Default
configuration used

RTC battery

System timer error

Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System board

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Error Messages
Real time clock error

FRU/Action in Sequence
RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System board

Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration
used

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board

Memory size found by POST differed from
CMOS

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
DIMM
System board

Diskette drive A error

Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page 72.

Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP

Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page 72.

System cache error - Cache disabled

System board

CPU ID:

System board

DMA Test Failed

DIMM
System board

Software NMI Failed

DIMM
System board

Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed

DIMM
System board

Device Address Conflict

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board

Allocation Error for device

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board

Failing Bits: nnnn

DIMM
BIOS ROM
System board

Fixed Disk n
Invalid System Configuration Data

None
BIOS ROM
System board

I/O device IRQ conflict

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board

Operating system not found

Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.
Diskette drive
Hard disk drive
System board

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No beep Error Messages
No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is
blank.

FRU/Action in Sequence
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 73.
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
Reconnect the DIMM.
LED board.
System board.

No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is
blank.

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 73.
Reconnect the LCD connector
Hard disk drive
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD Inverter
LCD
System board

No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is
blank. But you can see POST on an external
CRT.

Reconnect the LCD connectors.
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board

No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a
blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST.
No beep during POST but system runs correctly.

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
System board
Speaker
System board

Error Beep List
Code

Beeps

Description

00h

Two long beeps, one short beep, and then one long beep

Success

F1h

One long, One short beeps

BIOS file size mismatch

F2h

One long, two short beeps

BIOS file reading error

D1h

Two short beeps

Floppy drive not installed

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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message
LCD-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error

Action in Sequence

LCD is too dark

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

LCD brightness cannot be adjusted

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

LCD contrast cannot be adjusted

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

LCD backlight doesn't work

LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
Unreadable LCD screen

Reconnect the LCD connector

Missing pels in characters

LCD inverter ID

Abnormal screen

LCD cable

Wrong color displayed

LCD inverter
LCD
System board

LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines
displayed.

LCD inverter ID
LCD inverter
LCD cable
LCD
System board

Indicator-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system
runs correctly

Action in Sequence
Reconnect the inverter board
Inverter board
System board

Power-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Power shuts down during operation

Action in Sequence
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 73.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board

The system doesn’t power-on.

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 73.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board

The system doesn’t power-off.

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 73.
Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
System board

Battery can’t be charged

See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 75.
Battery pack
System board

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Symptom / Error
System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA)

Action in Sequence
PCMCIA slot assembly
System board

PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.

PCMCIA slot assembly

Memory-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Memory count (size) appears different from
actual size.

Action in Sequence
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings, then
reboot system.
DIMM
System board

Speaker-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound
comes from the computer.

Action in Sequence
Audio driver
Speaker
System board

Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound.

Speaker
System board

Power Management-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
The system will not enter hibernation

Action in Sequence
Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard)
Hard disk drive
System board

The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and
four short beeps every minute.

See “Hibernation Mode” on page 27.
Press Fn+F4 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode.
Touchpad
Keyboard
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board

The system doesn’t enter standby mode after
closing the LCD

See “Hibernation Mode” on page 27.
LCD cover switch
System board

The system doesn't resume from hibernation
mode.

See “Hibernation Mode” on page 27.
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board

The system doesn't resume from standby mode
after opening the LCD.

See “Standby Mode” on page 27.
LCD cover switch
System board

Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher
than 90%.

Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours.
Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge
battery).
Battery pack
System board

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Power Management-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
System hangs intermittently.

Action in Sequence
See “Thermal Utility” on page 46.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.
Hard disk connection board
System board

Peripheral-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
System configuration does not match the
installed devices.

Action in Sequence
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings”, then
reboot system.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.

External display does not work correctly.

Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching
See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 46.
System board

USB does not work correctly

See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 46
System board

Print problems.

Ensure the “Parallel Port” in the “Onboard Devices Configuration” of
BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board

Serial or parallel port device problems.

Ensure the “Serial Port” in the Devices Configuration” of BIOS Setup
Utility is set to Enabled.
Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board

Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work.

Action in Sequence
Reconnect the keyboard cable.
Keyboard
System board

Touchpad does not work.

Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board

Modem-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Internal modem does not work correctly.

Action in Sequence
See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 46.
Modem phone port
modem combo board
System board

NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined
Problems” on page 84.

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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 advanced 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 73):

84

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:
T

Non-Acer devices

T

Printer, mouse, and other external devices

T

Battery pack

T

Hard disk drive

T

DIMM

T

CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module

T

PC 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:
T

System board

T

LCD assembly

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Index of AFlash BIOS Error Message
Error Message

Action in Sequence

Hardware Error

See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 46

VPD Checksum Error

Reboot the system and then retest with this diskette.

BIOS Update Program Error

Turn off the power and restart the system.

System Error

Make sure this AFlash BIOS diskette for this model.

Without AC adapter

make sure to connect AC adapter

Battery Low

make sure to install a highly charged battery, and reboot
system.

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Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message
Error Code

Message

16XXX

Backup battery error

01XXX

CPU or main board error

Action in Sequence
Backup battery
Reload BIOS default setting.
System board

02XXX

Memory error

DIMM
System board

03XXX

Keyboard error

Reset Keyboard
Keyboard
System board

04XXX

Video error

System board

05XXX

Parallel Port error

System board

06XXX

Serial port or main board error

System board

07XXX

Diskette drive error

Diskette drive
System board

08XXX

Hard disk error

Reload BIOS default setting
Hard disk
System board

09XXX

CD-ROM error

Reset CD-ROM cable
CD-ROM drive
System board

10XXX

Co-processor error

System board

11XXX

Pointing device error

Reset Keyboard
Keyboard
System board

12XXX

86

Cache test error

System board

TravelMate C110

Chapter 5

Jumper and Connector Locations
Top View
MDC1 U11
CSW1 CRT1

RJ1 LCD1

KB1

DOCK1

CPU1

INV1

DCIN1

USB1
HDD1

USB2
1394
LIN1

TPAD1
BAT1
SPK1

HP1
DM1
SW1
RTC1

CBUS2

U25

MIC1
IR1

PCB 02225-SB
DCIN1

AC adapter connector

LIN1

Line-in port

CSW1

LCD cover switch connector

HP1

Line-out port

CRT1

VGA port

DM1

Memory slot 1

RJ1

RJ11 and RJ45 connectors

SW1

Please refer to below for SW1 settings

LCD1

LCD coaxial cable connector

RTC1

RTC battery connector

INV1

LED/Inverter board connector

U25

Debug purpose only

MDC1

Fax/Modem board connector

IR1

FIR connector

KB1

Keyboard cable connector

MIC1

Internal microphone and tablet PC lid
connector

U11

855-GM chip (North bridge)

CBUS2

PCMCIA card connector

DOCK1

Docking connector

SPK1

Speaker cable connector

CPU1

CPU

BAT1

Battery connector

USB1

USB port 1

TPAD1

Touchpad connector

USB2

USB port 2

HDD1

Hard disk drive connector

1394

1394 port

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SW1 Settings

SW4

Setting

Switch 1

ON: Disable password check
OFF*: Enable password check

Switch 2

ON: Enable BootBlock Erasable
OFF*: Disable BootBlock Erasable

NOTE: *: Default setting

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Bottom View
MINI1

DM2

PWRSW1

TRING1

U63

DM2

Memory slot

U63

ICH-4 (I/O controller)

MINI1

MiniPCI wireless module connector

PWRSW1

Power switch

TRING1

Modem cable connector

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Chapter 6

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate C110.
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: The Exploded Diagram is not yet available at this moment. Once the file is ready, this chapter will be
revised accordingly.

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Exploded Diagram

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Picture

No.

Partname

Description

Memory
NS

MEMORY SODIMM 128MB PC133

SODIMM 128M
W17128A4NC8602A

STYLUS

ASSY SLIM PEN MP-200-00B
WACOM

STYLUS

STYLUS PEN UP-714E-36A
WACOM

LCD MODULE 10.4” TOSHIBA

ASSY HYDIS LCD W/ANTENNA
P=1

LCD 10.4” XGA TOSHIBA
LTM10C321K V01 W/PROTECT

ASSY PROTECT LCD MODULE
BARBET

NS

POWER CORD 125V 3PIN

CORD 125V UL 3P
K01081B1183WP

NS

TOUCH PAD CABLE

CABLE TOUCHPAD FPC A1+

STYLUS

LCD

Cables

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Picture

No.

Partname

Description

NS

INVERTER CABLE

CABLE INVERTER A1+

NS

LCD COAXIAL CABLE

CABLE LCD COAXIAL

MODEM CABLE

CABLE RJ11

COVER SWITCH CABLE

CABLE COVER SWITCH

MICROPHONE / SWITCH SENSOR
CABLE

CABLE LATCH SENSOR SWITCH

11

DIMM COVER W/SCREW

ASSEMBLY DIMM COVER LOW

9

LOWER CASE W/IO RUBBER
COVER & FRONT COVER &
RUBBER FOOT & SENSOR CABLE &
USB RUBBER COVER

ASSY LOWER CASE A1 PLUS

Microphone

Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly

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Picture

No.

Description

REAR MIDDLE COVER SMALL

COVER MIDDLE SMALL

6

FRONT MIDDLE COVER BIG

COVER MIDDLE BIG

8

UPPER CASE W/COVER SWITCH
CABLE & RTC BATTERY & SPEAKER
& SUPPORT KNOB LEFT & RIGHT
W/O TOUCHPAD MODULE

ASSEMBLY UPPER CASE A1
PLUS

NS

TOUCH PAD COVER

ASSEMBLY TOUCH PAD COVER

HDD COVER

ASSEMBLY HDD BEZEL TMC100

HDD CONNECTOR

HEAD FML 2R40P ST 1277257-1

HDD BRACKET

ASSY BRACKET HDD

NS

Chapter 6

Partname

5

95

Picture

No.

Partname

Description

NS

LCD PANEL W/CAMERA RUBBER &
HINGE ASSY & LOGO & RUBBER
FOOT

ASSEMBLY PANEL A1+

1

HINGE ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY HINGE TM 100

NS

LCD BEZEL W/ICON LABEL & LATCH
& NAME PLATE & WARNING LABEL

ASSY BEZEL A1 PLUS

LCD LATCH

ASSEMBLY LCD LATCH

FRONT COVER

ASSEMBLY FRONT COVER

I/O RUBBER COVER
USB PORT RUBBER COVER

RUBBER USB DOOR

LCD SUPPORT KNOB LEFT

ASSEMBLY LCD SUPP KNOB
LEFT

LCD SUPPORT KNOB RIGHT

ASSEMBLY LCD SUPP KNOB
RIGHT

MODEM BOARD AMBIT/T60M283.10

MODEM MDC AMBIT/T60M283.10

Boards
NS

MODEM / BLUETOOTH COMBO
BOARD

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Picture

No.

Partname
WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11B
INTEL 2100 (MINI PCI)

Description
LAN WIRELESS INTEL 2100
802.11B

WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11A/B
INTEL 2100 (MINI PCI)

TOUCHPAD BOARD SYNAPTIC

TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS/TM41P356

NS

BUTTON BOARD

BARBET (TM C100) BUTTON
BOARD

NS

INVERTER BOARD & BUTTON
BOARD CABLE ASSY 10.4” AMBIT

INVERTER 10.4” XGA T62I227.00

NS

BATTERY ASSY 1800MA SANYO W/
FOOT

ASSY BATTERY A1+

Battery

BATTERY 1800MA SANYO BTP-42C1 BATTERY PACK BTP-42C1
1800MA

RTC BATTERY 3V 65MAH

BTY LI 3V ML2032T6 65MAH
170MM

ADAPTER 50W 19V 3PIN LITEON
PA-1500-02

ADT 50W 3P 19V PA-1500-02

ADAPTER USB AOPEN W/ MULTI REGION POWER CORD

ADAPTER USB CD-ROM AOPEN

Adapter
NS

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Picture

No.

Partname

Description

Keyboard
16

KEYBOARD 84KEY DARFON NSKA5002 TAIWAN

KB DF/NSK-A5002 TAIWAN(84)

KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-A5201 US KB DARFON NSK-A5201 US

SPEAKER
NS

SPEAKER

SPEAKER W/CABLE A1+

NS

CPU HEATSINK

ASSY CPU HEAT PLATE A1+

12

DIMM PLATE UPPER W/SCREW

ASSEMBLY DIMM UPPER PLATE

13

HDD 60G HITACHI DK23EA-60

HDD 60G/HITACHI DK23EA-60

HDD 40G FUJITSU MHS2040AT

HDD 40G/FUJ MHS2040AT
A1(8004)

FDD 1.44M YEDATA YD-8U10 M861P
USB

FDD MDL SLIM USB YD-8U10
M861P

Heatsink

HDD/Hard Disk Drive

FDD/Floppy Disk Drive

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Picture

No.

Partname

Description

COMBO Drive
COMBO 24X 1394 AOPEN ESV-189I
W/LOGO

COMBO 1394 24X ESV-189I W/
LOGO

BLUETOOTH ANTENNA

ANTENNA BLUETOOTH FOR A1
PLUS

WIRELESS ANTENNA ASSEMBLY
802.11A/B

ASSY 802.11A/B ANTENNA A1
PLUS

Communication Module
NS

WIRELESS ANTENNA PACK B
Digitizer
NS

DIGITIZER WACOM SU-001-A01

ASSY DIGITIZER SU-001A01TM100

7

MAINBOARD TM110 A1+ W/CPU
900MHZ (CPU ON BOARD) W/
MODEM CABLE & PCMCIA SLOT

A1+ TM110 MB W/CPU 02225-SC

PCMCIA SLOT/PC CARD SLOT

CONN CARDBUS 4P 54922-22L0C

RUBBER FOOT

RUBBER FOOT A1+

ICON LABEL

LBL ICON PLATE 83.2*7.7MM A1+

NAME PLATE

PLATE NAME 45.8x5.7MM A1+

Main board

PCMCIA SLOT/PC CARD SLOT

Miscellaneous

WARNING LABEL

LABEL STICKER TM100

PANEL RUBBER UPPER

CUSHION LCD PANEL

LOGO

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Picture

No.

Partname

Description

NS

CARDBUS DUMMY CARD TM C100

CARDBUS DUMMY CARD TM
C100

NS

CAMERA RUBBER

RUBBER CAMERA A1

NS

SCREW

SCRW HEX NUT W/WASHER #4
NI BT

NS

SCREW

SCREW DIMM COVER STEEL
NAGANO-1

NS

SCREW

SCREW M2X4(BLACK)

NS

SCREW

SCREW M2.5*X4L (NYLOCK)
BLACK ZN

NS

SCREW

SCREW M2.5X6

NS

SCREW

SCREW M2.5*4 (BLACK)

NS

SCREW

SCREW MACH WAFER M2*L4.5
ZN

NS

SCREW

SCREW M3X4 (86.9A524.4R0)

NS

SCREW

SCREW M2X2.0

NS

SCREW

SCREW NI M2*6L

Screws

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Appendix A

Model Definition and Configuration
Model Number Definitions
Model
Number

LCD

CPU

Memory

HDD

CD/DVD

Battery

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

30GB

24x CD-ROM

1x Li-Ion

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

6256MB

30GB

24x CD-ROM

1x Li-Ion

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

30GB

24x CD-ROM

1x Li-Ion

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24x CD-ROM

Li-Ion

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24x CD-ROM

Li-Ion

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24x CD-ROM

Li-Ion

110T

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24x CD-ROM

Li-Ion

110Ti

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

30GB

N

1x Li-Ion

110Ti

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

30GB

N

1x Li-Ion

110Ti

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

30GB

N

1x Li-Ion

110Ti

10.4” XGA

PM 900

2X128MB

30GB

N

Li-Ion

110Ti

10.4” XGA

PM 900

2X128MB

40GB

N

Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

256MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

2X128MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

2X128MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

512MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

512MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

512MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

110TCi

10.4” XGA

PM 900

512MB

40GB

24X DVD+CD-RW

2x Li-Ion

Appendix A

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Appendix B

Test Compatible Components
This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing depatment. All of it’s system
functions are tested under Windows XP environment.
Refer to the following list of components, adapter cards and peripherals which have passed this test.
Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures please refer to the TravelMate C110 Compatibility
Test Report released by Acer Mobile System Testing Department.

Appendix B

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Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test

Item
Processor

Specifications
Banias 900MHz
Banias 800MHz

LCD
Har Disk Drive

10.4” Toshiba
Hitachi 60GB
Fujitsu 40GB

Memory

Infineon 512MB DDR
Nanya 256MB DDR

Keyboard

US(84)

Battery

Sanyo(Li)

Adapter

ADT 3P 50W PA 1600-06AC

Inverter

Ambit

Touchpad

Synaptics

Modem

Ambit Modem

Ambit 802.11a/b

Ambit 802.11a/b

Intel 802.11b

Intel 802.11b

BT/MDC Module

Ambit BT/Modem MDC

PC Card List
LAN Card

3Com EtherLink III 3C589D
IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10/100
Intel EtherExpress Pro/100 Mobile Adapter MBLA3200
Xircom CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32Bit CBE-10/100BTX
D-Link DE-660

Modem Card

3Com Megahertz 56K Modem PC Card
Xircom CreditCard Modem 56
IBM 56K Double Jack Modem 02K4197

Combo Card

IBM 10/100 EtherJet CardBus Real Port w/ 56K modem 34L1301
3Com Megahertz 10/100 LAN + 56K Modem PC Card KB-04-002
Xircom RealPort CardBus Ethernet 10/100 + Modem 56 RBEM5G-100

ATA Card

IBM Microdrive 340MB
IBM Microdrive 1G
Iomega Click! 40MB

USB 2.0 Card

Apricorn EZ-USB2.0 Cardbus PC Card
IOGEAR USB2.0 PC Card

1394 Card

Buffalo 1394 Interface Cardbus IFC-ILCB/DV
I-O Data 1394 Interface Cardbus CB1394/DVC
Pixela 1394 Cardbus PC Card PIX-PCMC/FW1

Wireless Lan Card

IBM Wireless Lan Card Bus Adapter
Intel Pro/Wireless Lan PC Card 2011B
Proxim Skyline 802.11a Cardbus Card

Bluetooth Card

IBM Community Bluetooth PC Card
Toshiba Bluetooth PC Card PABTC001

ISDN Card

US Robotics Megahertz 128K ISDN Card 405R17T7117M
IBM OBI International ISDN PC Card
IBM ISDN Card D5K3320

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Item
Token Ring Card

Specifications
IBM Token Ring 16/4 Adapter II
IBM Turbo 16/4 Token Ring 85H3677
Olicom Token Ring GoCard OC-3221

I/O Peripherals
I/O Display‘

Acer 211c 21”
ViewSonic PF790 19”
Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD
IBM Color TFT LCD 14” 9514-B03
Compaq Color Monitor V70
NET Color Monitor 20”
Mozo 17” TFT LCD (DVI)

I/O - Projector

NEC MultiSync MT-1040

I/O - Legacy (Parallel) Printer / Scanner

Canon BJC-600J
Epson Stylus Color 740 Parallel Interface
HP Deskjet 890C
HP DeskJet 880C Parallel Interface
HP LaserJet 6MP
HP LaserJet 2200
Acer AcerScan Prisa 620P 6696-0PC

I/O - USB Keyboard / Mouse

Chicony USB Keyboard KU-8933
IBM USB Numeric Keypad
Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro
Acer Aspire USB Mouse M-UB48
Logicool USB Mouse IOWCM-USB
Logitech Coreless MouseMan Wheel USB Interface
Logitech USB Wheel Mouse M-BB48
Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical USB Interface
Acer USB mini mouse

I/O - USB Printer / Scanner

Epson Stylus Color 740 USB interface
HP DeskJet 880C USB interface
Canon CanonSCan D1250 (usb 2.0)(JP OS only)
HP ScanJet 3300C Color Scanner MY97712194

I/O - USB Speaker / Joystick

JS USB Digital
Panasonic USB Speaker EAB-MPC57USB
Aiwa Multimedia Digital Speaker SC-UC78
Microsoft SideWinder Precision Pro Joystick 326-00069
Logitech WingMan Warrior Joystick
Logitech WingMan RumblePad G-UA3

I/O - USB Camera

Intel Easy PC Camera A20953-001
Logitech QuickCam Express Internet
Logitech QuickCam Home PC Video Camera VCAM-U1
Nikon Superhigh-Performance 3X Zoom COOLPIX990

Appendix B

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Item
I/O - USB Storage Drive

Specifications
Logitec CDRW + DVDROM combo USB interface
Iomega USB Zip 250MB
Argosy Ultra slim CDRW (usb 2.0)
Plextor Burn-Proof CDRW (usb 2.0) PX-S88TU
Fujitsu MO-1300 1.3G (usb 2.0)
Fujitsu 20G HDD (usb 2.0) t4988618913874
Sony DVDROM (usb 2.0)
IO-Data DVDROM (usb 2.0)
IBM 32MB USB Memory Key
Trek 32MB USB Memory Key
Y-E Data USB Floppy
Apacer USB Handy drive 256MB
Apacer USB Handy drive 512MB

I/O - USB Hub

Belkin 4 Port USB Hub F5u001
Eizo I Station USB Hub DH-1401
Elecom USB Hub 4 Port UH-4S
Sanwa USB Hub 4 Port
Elecom 4 Port Hub (usb 2.0) UH-204

I/O - USB Bluetooth Module

Dongle USB Bluetooth Module

I/O - USB Card Reader

Sandisk Imagemate USB2.0 6 in 1 Card Reader

I/O - 1394 Storage Drive

Logitec Fireware CDRW + DVDROM Combo
Yamaha Fireware 8824 CDRW CRW8824IX-VK
Buffalo Fireware HD I.Link 20GB DIL-20G
I-O Data Fireware HD I.Link 30GB HAD-130G
Lacie Fireware HD 20G 7200RPM EXT-K525 DPTA-372050
VST Fireware HD FW1260

I/O - 1394 Scanner

UMAX Fireware PowerLook 110

I/O - 1394 Camera

Sony DV DCR-TRV10

I/O - Access Point 802.11b

Hitachi DC-CN3300
Lucent RG-1000
Lucent WavePoint-II
Cisco Aironet 350
Orinoco AP-500

I/O - Access Point 802.11a/b

106

Intel Dual Pro/Wireless 5000

I/O - Access Point 802.11a

Intel Pro/wireless 5000

I/o - Bluetooth Printer

HP 995c Bluetooth Printer

TravelMate C110

Appendix C

Online Support Information
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:
T

Service guides

T

User's manuals

T

Training materials

T

Main manuals

T

Bios updates

T

Software utilities

T

Spare parts lists

T

Chips

T

TABs (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:
T

Detailed information on Acer's International Traveller’s Warranty (ITW)

T

Returned material authorization procedures

T

An 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.

Appendix C

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Index

A

I/O voltage 19
package 19
type 19

AC Adapter 26
ACPI 1.0a 19
AFLASH Utility 46

D
DIMM 19

APM 1.2 19

Combinations 20
package 19
Speed 19
voltage 19

Audio 22, 24

B
Battery 24

Disassembly

Battery Pack 53

Battery Pack 53
LCD Module 58
Machine 49
Procedure Flowchart 51

battery pack
charging indicator 12
BIOS 19

Display 3

package 19
password control 19
ROM size 19
ROM type 19
vendor 19
Version 19

display
hotkeys 17
Display Standby Mode 27
DMA Channel Assignment 30
DVD-ROM Interface 22

BIOS Setup Utility 31
BIOS Supports protocol 19

E

BIOS Utility 31–45
Environmental Requirements 27

Basic System Settings 33
Load Default Settings 45
Navigating 31
System Information 32
Board Layout 4
Bottom View 5
Top View 4

Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 76
External CD-ROM Drive Check 72
External Diskette Drive Check 72

F
Features 1

brightness

FIR 23

hotkeys 17

Flash Utility 46

C

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 91
Cache
controller 19
size 19
caps lock
on indicator 12

H
Hard disk 21, 24
Hard Disk Standby Mode 27
Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19

CardBus 23

HDD 21, 24

computer

Hibernation Mode 27

on indicator 12
Core logic 24

Hibernation mode
hotkey 17

CPU
core voltage 19

Index

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I

P
I/O Address Map 28

Panel 6

Indicators 12

Bottom 11
left 6
Rear 9
right 9

Intermittent Problems 83
IrDA 23
IRQ Assignment Map 30

parallel port

J

setting in BIOS Utility 37, 38
Password Setting
Jumper and Connector Locations 87

Hard Disk Password 44
Power-On Password 44
Setup Password 44

Top View 87

K

PC Card 12, 23
PCMCIA 23

Keyboard 24

Power Management 27

Removing 56

Power System Check 73

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 73

Battery Pack 75
Power Adapter 74

L
L2 cache 19

PQA 46

LAN/Modem Combo 20

Processor 19

LCD 25

R

DC-AC LCD Inverter 25
Removing the Main Board 64

LCD Bezel

Removing the Speaker 61

Removing 66

Removing the Thermal Plate 64

M

RMA 91
Machine Disassembly 49

Rotating the display in tablet mode 7

Mechanical Specification 28

RTC 24

media access

S

on indicator 12
Screw List 52

Memory

Second Level Cache 19

Address Map 28

speakers

Memory Address Map 28

hotkey 17

Memory Check 73
Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test 104

Standby Mode 27

Model Number Definitions 101

Super I/O 24

Modem 21

System
Block Diagram 3
Layout 4

Modem Power Cable
Removing 65

System Check Procedures 72

N

System Diagnostic Diskette 46
System Memory 19

Notebook Manager

System Utilities 31

hotkey 17

System Utility Diskette 46

num lock
on indicator 12

O

Temperature 27
Online Support Information 107

110

T
Test Compatible Components 103

TravelMate C110

touchpad

USB 23

hotkey 17

utility

Touchpad Check 75
TouchPad Module
Removing 62
Troubleshooting 71

BIOS 31–45

V
Video 22, 23
Resolutions 23

U

Video controller 24
Undetermined Problems 84

Index

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