Environment
Temperature operating 5 C to 35 C Non-operating -20 C to 65 C Humidity non-condensing operating 20 80 Non-operating 20 80 PCI ROUTING TABLE REQ2 GNT2 REQ0 GNT0 MARVELL 10-100 1G LAN 88E8038I 88E8055 MARVELL 10-100 1G LAN 88E8038I 88E8055 MINI CARD MINI PCI SATA PATA 1394 NO 1394 5 IN 1 S-VIDEO GIGA LAN 10 100 LAN BLUETOOTH nVIDIA DVO MEDIA KEY MB PCB P N DC PCB P N DJ PCB P N DA0 ZR1MB6A6 DA0ZR1PB6A7 DA0ZR1AB6A5 DA0ZR1MB6B4 DA0ZR1PB6B5 DA0ZR1AB6B3 5-IN-1 MMC SD MS MS Pro xD CARD READER CONN
Information
Genuine Intel R CPU T2250 1.73GHz Aspire 3680 5570 5580 TravelMate 2480 3260 3270 16 Byte xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 32 Byte EHelp tl Select Item F5 F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Su b-Menu F10 Save and Exit NOTE The system information is subject to different models. This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master. This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master. This...
Bottom View 1
NOTE This is engineering sample. The image above may not be exactly the same as the real main board you get. Jumper Settings Clear BIOS Password Procedures 1. Please see the bottom side of the main board. 2. Find G1 jumper and short the jumper to clear BIOS password.
Touchpad Basics
The following teaches you how to use the touchpad Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor. Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. Use the 4-way scroll 3 button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll...
Left View
Connects to a display device e.g., external monitor, LCD projector . Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. Hfljnects to USB 2.0 devices e.g. USB mouse, USB camera . Connects to IEEE 1394 devices for selected models, yet TravelMate 2480 3260 3270 do not have IEEE 1394 port Interfaces with infrared devices e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer . for selected models, yet TravelMate 2480 3260 3270 do not...
Jumper and Connector Locations
LVDS CONN QUICK KEY SWITCH LCOCK GENERATOR FIR 5-IN-1 MMC SD MS MS Pro xD CARD READER CONN 9 U13 KB CONTROLLER 87541V
Rotating the Acer Orbicam
The Acer OrbiCam rotates 225 degrees counterclockwise to achieve the desired angle. Refer to the illustrations below For your convenience, the camera snaps 45 degrees to match the position of your face in front or at the back ofthe LCD panel. For your convenience, the camera snaps 45 degrees to match the position of your face in front or at the back ofthe LCD panel. NOTE Do not rotate the camera clockwise to prevent damage to the device.
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested. If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test. 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....
Battery status
For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. For additional options, click Settings to Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. View information about Acer ePower Management. Acer ePresentation ManagementsAcer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external device or project using the hot key Fn F5. If auto-detection hardware is...
Acer Empowering Technology
Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities Acer eNet Management for selected models hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently. Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models protects...
Rear Panel
Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Connect to USB 2.0 devices e.g., USB mouse, USB camera . Connects to an Ethernet 10 100-based network.
Main
The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. Advanced Security Boot Exi l Quiet Boot Power on display Network boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery Enabled Auto Enabled Disabled Enabled Shows system base memo Shows extended memory lt Enter gt selects field. ry size Help U Select Item F5 F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Ente Select 4 Sub-Menu F10...
Power System Check
To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources 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 Check the Power Adapter on page 82 Check the Battery Pack on page 83 Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer...
Index of SymptomtoFRU Error Message
LCD backlight doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Enter BIOS Utility to execute Load Setup Default Settings, then reboot system. Keyboard if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work . Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. LCD inverter ID LCD inverter LCD cable LCD Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs...
Index of Error Messages
Equipment Configuration Error Causes 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error THe causes will be shown before Equipment Configuration Error Memory Error at xxxx xxxx xxxxh R xxxxh, W xxxxh In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down system, no message will show. In this situation BIOS will shut down system, not show message. Reconnect hard disk drive connector. Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. Hard disk drive System board see...
Changing a Password
1. Use the Q and Q keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the key. The Set Password box appears 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press . 3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Press . After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set. 5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. When you are done, press g to save...
Acer eNet Management for selected models
Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, either click on the Acer eNet Management icon on your netebook, or start the program from the Start menu. You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC. Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location, while offering you the freedom to manually adjust the settings...
Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings
To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the desired resolution. Click Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos. Basic settings Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display, then select Camera Settings from the pop-up menu. You can adjust the...
Launch Manager
Launch Manager located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start gt All Programs gt Launch Manager to start the application.
BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE Do not install memory-related drivers XMS, EMS, DPMI when you use the Phlash. NOTE Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash...
TravelMate Series Jdm
TM3273NWXMi LINPUSIL1 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273NWXMi LINPUSIN1 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273NWXMi LINPUSPH1 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273NWXMi LINPUSMA2 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273NWXMi LINPUSTH2 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_bg_AN TM3273NWXMi LINPUSVN1 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273WXMi XPHAU1 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273WXMi XPHPH1 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273WXMi XPHMA2 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3273WXMi XPHTH2 UMA 1 512 100 6L 5R_bg_AN TM3273WXMi XPHVN1 UMA 1 512...
Acer eSettings Management
Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating. Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users.
Memory check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program please refer to main board. 2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 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.
Acer eRecovery Management
Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system's HDD. User-created backups are stored on D drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Recovery of applications and drivers. Back up to HDD set recovery point . Back up to CD DVD. Image data recovery tools Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults . Recover from the...
BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS Basic Input Output System . Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. To activate the BIOS Utility, press M during POST when Press lt F2 gt to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen ....
Remove HDDBIOS Utility
This section provide you with removing HDD BIOS method If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, HDD password error code would display on the screen. See the image below. If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE 1. Key in hdd_pw 15494 0 3. Choose one upper-case string Uolurae in drivs F has amp label. Uolmme Serial Nutiber is D4F6-023 3 File is gt 1- 2 ir lt s gt - pft swordjhdd B Jin loiikG.RKE yi.l-1 Hay Ht hoi.cft whet kind of the password to be...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5500 T5600 2MB L2 cache, 1.66 1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB and T7200 T7400 T7600 4 MB L2 cache, 2 2.16 2.33 GHz, 667 MHz FSB for TravelMate 3260 3270 Intel Core Duo processor T2300 T2400 T2500 T2600 2MB L2 cache, 1.66 1.83 2 2.16 GHz, 667 MHz FSB for TravelMate 3260 3270 Intel Celeron M processor 410 420 430 1 MB L2 cache, 1.46 1.60 1.73 GHz, 533 MHz FSB or higher for TravelMate 2480 Intel 945GM 945PM 940GML TravelMate 2480 ICH7M VCC-CORE 1.2875V high frequency mode to...
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...
TravelMate Series 1
TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSSG1 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSIL1 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSIN1 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSPH1 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSMA2 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSTH2 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_bg_AN TM3261ANWX Mi LINPUSVN1 G72MV128 1 512 120 BT 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261AWXMi XPHEN1 UMA 2 512 100 6L 5R_abg_AN TM3261AWXMi XPHFR1 UMA 2 512 100 6L...
FRU Field Replaceable Unit List
This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of TravelMate 2480 3260 3270. 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,...
Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor if connected and both. Turns the display screen backlight off to save...
Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt NMI Initialize chipset with initial POST values Initialize caches to initial POST values Load alternate registers with initial POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize cache before memory autosize Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus Enable cache before system BIOS shadow RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of memory bus Advanced...
Acer eDataSecurity Management
Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that protexts your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messager and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a suvervisor password and default encryption. This encryption will be used to encrypt files by...
TravelMate Series
TM2482WXCi XPHTC1 UMA 2 512 60 BT 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHSA1 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHDK1 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHBE1 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHNL1 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHNO1UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHRU2 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHSV1 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHCS2 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHHU6 UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHFRA UMA 1 512 60 6L 5R_bg_AN TM2482WXMi XPHPL6 UMA 1...