Removing the LCD Module
1. Detach the middle cover from the main uiit carefully. 2. Disconnect the launch board FFC from the launch board. 3. Remove the middle cover with launch board and microphone from the main unit. 4. Disconnect the microphone cable from the launch board. Take out the microphone from the middle cover. Remove the two screws fastening the launch board. Then remove the launch board from the middle cover. 8. Remove the screw holding the keyboard. 9. Turn over the keyboard as shown. 10. Disconnect the...
Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS. Load default values for all SETUP item. Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items. The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use...
Bottom Panel
Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening Houses the computer's hard disk secured with screws
Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following 1. Run the 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,...
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...
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 Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Plastic flat head screw driver NOTE The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components. When you...
Removing the Memory and the HDD Module
1. Remove the five screws fastening the DIMM cover. 2. Detach the DIMM cover carefully. 3. Pop out the memory carefully. 4. Disconnect wireless main and auxiliary antenna from the wireless LAN card. 5. Pop out the wireless LAN card and remove it. 8. Remove the four screws fastening the HDD module. 9. Then detach the HDD module carefully.
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...
Boot
This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
Indicators
The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is active. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up when the battery is being charged. NOTE 1. Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode.
Features
Below is a brief summary of the computer s many feature Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology, featuring Intel Core Duo processor T2300 T2400 T2500 T2600 2 MB L2 cache, 1.66 1.83 2 2.16 GHz, 667 MHz FSB or higher Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500 T5600 2 MB L2 cache, 1.66 1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB T7200 T7400 T7600 4 MB L2 cache, 2 2.16 2.33 GHz, 667 MHz FSB supporting IntelR Extended Memory 64 Technology IntelR EM64T for TravelMate 3290 Intel 945GM 945PM Express chipset Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG...
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.
System Block Diagram
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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 . Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults . Recover from the HDD most recent user-defined recovery point ....
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Intel Core Duo processor T2300 T2400 T2500 T2600 2 MB L2 cache, 1.66 1.83 2 2.16 GHz, 667 MHz FSB or higher Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500 T5600 2 MB L2 cache, 1.66 1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB T7200 T7400 T7600 4 MB L2 cache, 2 2.16 2.33 GHz, 667 MHz FSB supporting IntelR Extended Memory 64 Technology IntelR EM64T for TravelMate 3290 Intel 945GM 945PM Express chipset ICH7 ACPI 1.0b, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, IEEE1284-ECP EPP, PCI 2.2, WFM 2.0, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS 2 keyboard and mouse, USB 2.0, VGA...
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 ....