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PART No: 49.45C01.001. DOC No: SG370...................................................PRINT IN TAIWAN
Copyright
Copyright © 1999 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.
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Denotes actual messages that appear onscreen. Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures.
Screen messages Note Warning Caution Important
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Preface
Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information! 1 This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details. 2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 System Introductions 1
Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Special Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Keyboard Ergonomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Hardware Configuration and Specification . . . . . . . . . . 13 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Power Management Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Advanced Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface . . . . . 29
Chapter 2 Software Utilities
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BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Basic System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Startup Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Onboard Devices Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 System Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Load Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 AFlash Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Executing AFlash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Quick Way to Execute AFlash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 System Utility Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Set LCD Panel ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Set Thermal Sensor Threshold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 System Diagnostic Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Running PQA Diagnostics Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Chapter 3 Removal and Replacement
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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Connector Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Removing the DIMM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Modem Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disassembling the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Heat Sink and CPU EMI Shield. . . . Removing the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Upper Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disassembling the Lower Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the CD-ROM/ Diskette Drive Module . . Removing the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the DC-DC/ Charger Board . . . . . . . . . . Removing the FIR module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the PCMCIA Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 56 57 59 61 64 64 65 65 66 68 69 71 72 74 75 76
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diskette Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check . . . . . . . Memory Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Touchpad Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Error Symptom-to-FRU Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Undetermined Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Information 95
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
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Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
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Appendix A Model Number and Configurations117 Appendix B Test Compatible Components List 119 Appendix C Online Support Information Index 125 127
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Chapter 1
System Introductions
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
Performance
Intel® CeleronTM processor with 128 KB level 2 cache 64-bit main memory Large LCD display and AGP video with 256-bit graphics acceleration Internal CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive1 Internal 3.5-inch floppy drive High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Lithium-ion battery pack Power management system with standby and hibernation power saving modes
Multimedia
ISA-based 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with 3-D sound and wavetable synthesizer Play-now audio capability Built-in dual speakers Compact disc player control feature Ultra-slim, high-speed CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive
Connectivity
High-speed fax/data modem port (available in select countries) USB (Universal Serial Bus) port
Human-centric Design and Ergonomics
All-in-one design (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, FDD, HDD) Lightweight and slim Sleek, smooth and stylish design Full-sized keyboard Wide and curved palm rest Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device
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CD or DVD player control
Expansion
CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slots (two type II/I or one type III), upper sort with ZV (Zoomed Video) port support2 Port replicator option for one-step connect/disconnect from peripherals Upgradeable memory and hard disk
Display
The large graphics display offers excellent viewing, excellent display quality and high performance desktop graphics. The computer supports two different display configurations -- High Performance Addressing (HPA) or Thin-Film Transistor (TFT).
Video Performance
AGP video with 256-bit graphics acceleration and 2.5 MB video memory boost video performance.
Simultaneous Display
The computer's large display and multimedia capabilities are great for giving presentations. If you prefer, you can also connect an external monitor when giving presentations. This computer supports simultaneous LCD and CRT display. Simultaneous display allows you to control the presentation from your computer and at the same time face your audience. You can also connect other output display devices such as LCD projection panels for largeaudience presentations.
Dural Display
The computer's unique graphics chip takes advantage of Windows 98's multidisplay capability, allowing you to extend your desktop to an external display device, such as an external monitor or projector. With this feature enabled, you can move program windows to/from the computer LCD and the exteranl monitor.
Power Management
The power management system incorporates an "automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically dims the LCD when the computer is powered by a battery pack to conserve battery power.
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Only the upper slot supports Zoomed Video
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Opening and Closing the Display
To open the display, slide the display cover latch to the left and lift up the cover. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position. The computer employs a microswitch that turns off the display (and enters standby mode) to conserve power when you close the display cover and turns it back on when you open the display cover. Note: If an external monitor is connected, the computer turns off the display (but does not enter standby mode) when you close the display cover. To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the display cover latch clicks into place. Caution: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when you close it. Also, do not place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed.
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Basic Operation
Indicators
The computer has six easy-to-read status indicators (LEDs) under the display screen.
The Power and Standby indicators are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed.
# 1
Icon
Function Power
Description Lights when the computer is on. Blinks when a battery-low condition occurs.
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Standby
Lights when the computer enters Standby mode. Lights when the floppy drive, hard disk or CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive is active. Lights when the battery is being charged.
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Media Activity Battery Charge Caps Lock
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Lights when Caps Lock is activated
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Num Lock (Fn-F11)
Lights when Numeric Lock is activated
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Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys.
Special Keys
Lock Keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock Key Caps Lock Num Lock (Fn-F11)
Description When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. 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. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press or respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some applications.
Scroll Lock (Fn-F12)
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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 Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys
Num Lock On Type numbers in a normal manner. Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while typing letters on embedded keypad.
Num Lock Off
Hold Fn while using cursorcontrol keys. Type the letters in a normal manner.
Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer, the NumLock 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 special functions. Below are a few examples:
+ Tab (Activates next Taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds a Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift + + M (Undoes Minimize All) + R (Displays the Run dialog box)
Application key (Fn-Application key)
Opens the application's context menu (same as rightclick).
The Euro Symbol
If your keyboard is in any of the following languages -- United StatesInternational, United Kingdom, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Danish, Swiss German, Swiss French, Czech, Belgian, Norwegian, Hungarian, Turkish, Swedish or Finnish -- you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard. Note: Important! (for US keyboard users): The keyboard type is set when you first set up Windows. For the Euro symbol to work, the keyboard type has to be set to United States-International. Chapter 1 7
To verify the keyboard type: 1. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2. Double-click on Keyboard. 3. Click on the Language tab. 4. Verify that the keyboard type used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. 5. If not, select and click on Properties; then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 6. Click on OK. To type the Euro symbol: 1. Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard. 2. Open a text editor or word processor. 3. Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol. Note: The Alt Gr is only used together with the Euro symbol. Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to http://www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
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 setup utility.
Hot Key Fn-F1
Icon
Function Hotkey help
Description Displays a list of the hotkeys and their functions. Accesses the notebook configuration utility. .
Fn-F2
Setup
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Hot Key Fn-F3
Icon
Function Standby
Description Puts the computer in Standby mode. Press any key to return. See "System Standby Mode" to learn more about Standby mode.
Fn-F4
Hibernation
Puts the computer in Hibernation mode (if Sleep Manager, the hibernation utility, is installed, valid and enabled). Press the power switch to resume. Otherwise, the computer issues a warnign beep and continues operation. See "Hibernation Mode" for more about Hibernation mode.
Fn-F5
Display toggle
Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both the display screen and external monitor. Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. When you connect an external PS/2 mouse, the computer automatically disables the touchpad.
Fn-F6
Screen blank
Fn-F7
Touchpad on/off
Fn-F8
Speaker on/off
Turns the speakers on and off; mutes the sound. Increases the screen contrast (available only for models with HPA displays). Decreases the screen contrast (available only for models with HPA displays). Increases the screen brightness.
Fn-
Contrast up
Fn-
Contrast down
Fn-
Brightness up
Fn-
Brightness down
Decreases the screen brightness.
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Activating Hotkeys
When activating hotkeys, press and hold the first key Fn before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Keyboard Ergonomics
Located below the keyboard, the wide and curved palm rest is ergonomically designed to provide you with a very comfortable place to rest your hands while you type.
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Touchpad
The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palm rest provides optimum comfort and support.
Note: When you connect an external PS/2 mouse, the computer automatically disables the internal touchpad.
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Touchpad Basics
The following items teach you how to use the touchpad: 1. Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. 2. Press the left and right buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.
Function Execute
Left Button Click twice quickly Click once Click and hold, then use finger to drag the cursor on the touchpad
Right Button
Tap Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking the mouse button) Tap once Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking the mouse button) and hold finger to the touchpad on the second tap to drag the cursor
Select Drag
Access context menu
Click once
Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness.
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Hardware Configuration and Specification
Memory Address Map
Memory Address 00000000-0009FFFF 000A0000-000BFFFF 000C0000-000CBFFF 000E0000-000FFFFF 00100000-top limited 04000000-04000FFF 04001000-04001FFF 80100000-801000FF 80500000-805FFFFF 80800000-80BFFFFF 81000000-81FFFFFF 82100000-82100FFF FFFF0000-FFFFFFFF Size 640 KB 128 KB 40 KB 128 KB -4 KB 4 KB 256 B 1 MB 3 MB 16 MB 4 MB 64 KB System board extension for PnP BIOS Function Base memory Video memory Video BIOS System BIOS Extended (DIMM) memory PCMCIA controller (slot 1) PCMCIA controller (slot 2) Lucent Win Modem NetMagic VGA Neomagic VGA
Interrupt Channel Assignment
Interrupt Channel NMI IRQ0 IRQ1 IRQ2 IRQ3 IRQ4 IRQ5 IRQ6 IRQ7 IRQ8 IRQ9 IRQ10 IRQ11 IRQ12 IRQ13 IRQ14 IRQ15 System errors System timer Keyboard Cascade FIR or COM2 COM1 Audio or LPT2 (optional) Floppy LPT1 Real time clock Card bus / ACPI or Modem/ VGA USB Free or COM1 PS2 pointing device Numeric data processor 1st EIDE device (hard disk) 2nd EIDE device (CD-ROM drive) Function
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DMA Channel Assignment
DMA Channel DRQ0 DRQ1 DRQ2 DRQ3 DRQ4 DRQ5 DRQ6 DRQ7 Audio(optional) ECP or Audio(optional) Floppy ECP(optional) DMA controller Not used Not used Not used Function
I/O Address Map
I/O Address 000-00F 020-021 040-043 060, 064 061 040B 061 070-071 080-08F 0A0-0A1 0C0-0DF 0F0-0FF 120-13F, 180-18F 170-177 1F0-1F7 220-22F 240-24F 278-27F 2E8-2EF 2F8-2FF 378, 37A 3BC-3BE DMA controller-1 Interrupt controller-1 Timer 1 Keyboard controller 8742 chip select System speaker out DMA controller-1 System speaker Real-time clock and NMI mask DMA page register Interrupt controller-2 DMA controller-2 Numeric data processor Power management controller 2nd EIDE device (CD-ROM) select 1st EIDE device (hard drive) select Audio Audio(optional) Parallel port 3 LT Win modem or COM4(optional) COM2 or LT Win modem(optional) Parallel port 2 paraller port 1 Function
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I/O Address Map
I/O Address 3B0-3BB, 3C0-3DF 3F0h-3F7 3E8-3EF 3F0-3F7 3F8-3FF 480-48F, 4D6 4D0-4D1, CF8-CFF Video Controller Standard Floppy Disk Controller COM3 or LT Win modem(optional) Floppy disk controller COM1 or LT Win modem(optional) DMA controller-1 PCI configuration register Function
Processor
Item CPU type Specification Intel Mobile Celeron-300 MHz processor -- Intel Pentium architecture, 64 bit data bus, 16K-Byte code cache, 16 K-Bytes write back data, cache, with MMX technology CPU package CPU core voltage CPU I/O voltage BGA package 1.6 V 2.5 V. Intel Mobile Celeron-333 MHz processor -- Intel Pentium architecture, 64 bit data bus, 16K-Byte code cache, 16 K-Bytes write back data, cache, with MMX technology BGA package 1.6 V 2.5 V.
Item CPU type Intel Mobile Pentium II Dixon300 processor-Intel Pentium architecture, 64 bit data bus, 16K-Byte code cache, 16 K-Bytes write back data, cache, with MMX technology CPU package CPU core voltage CPU I/O voltage BGA package 1.6 2.5 V
Specification Intel Mobile Pentium II Dixon333 processor-Intel Pentium architecture, 64 bit data bus, 16K-Byte code cache, 16 KBytes write back data, cache, with MMX technology BGA package 1.6 V 2.5 V Intel Mobile Pentium II Dixon366 processor-Intel Pentium architecture, 64 bit data bus, 16K-Byte code cache, 16 KBytes write back data, cache, with MMX technology BGA package 1.6 V 2.5 V
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BIOS
Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS package Supports protocol Acer V 3.0 Flash ROM 256KB 32-pin TSOP PCI 2.1, SMI & APM 1.2, DMI 2.00.1, E-IDE, ACPI, USB, ESCD 1.03, ANSI ATA 3.0, PnP 1.0a, Bootable CD-ROM 1.0, ATAPI Set by switch, see SW4 settings Specification
BIOS password control
System Memory
Item Memory controller Onboard memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Specification ALi M1621-A1K 0MB 2 sockets (2 banks) 16/32/64/128 MB 256MB (128MB x 2) Synchronous DRAM 66 MHz 3.3V 144-pin so-DIMM
DIMM Combinations
Slot 1 32MB 32MB 32MB 32MB 64MB 64MB 64MB 64MB 128MB 0 MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 0 MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 0 MB Slot 2 Total Memory 32MB 64MB 96MB 160MB 64MB 96MB 128MB 192MB 128MB
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DIMM Combinations
Slot 1 128MB 128MB 128MB 32MB 64MB 128MB Slot 2 Total Memory 160MB 192MB 256MB
Video Memory
Item Fixed Video memory size Specification Fixed, built-in NM2200 video controller 2.35MB
Cache Memory
Item Cache controller Cache size Cache size 1st level cache control 2st level cache control Cache scheme control ALi M1621-A1K 256 KB (Dixon CPU type) 128 KB (Celeron CPU type) Always enabled Always enabled Fixed in write-back Specification
Video
Item Chip vendor Chip name Chip voltage Supports ZV((Zoomed Video) port Graph interface (PCI/AGP) Maximun resolution (LCD) Maximnun resolution (CRT) NeoMagic NM2200C V.DH (NMG5) 3.3 Volts Yes PCI bus/AGP bus 1024 x 768 (16M colors) 1024x768 (16M colors) Specification
Video Resolutions Modes
Resolution CRT Only 640x480x256 640x480x64K 85 85 Refresh Rate LCD/CRT Simultaneous 60 60
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Video Resolutions Modes
Resolution 640x480x16M 800x600x256 800X600X64K 800X600X16M 1024x768x256 1024x768x64K 1024x768x16M 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 Refresh Rate 60 60 60 60 60 60 60
Parallel Port
Item Parallel port controller Number of parallel ports Location Connector type Parallel port function control Supports ECP Optional ECP DMA channel (in BIOS Setup) Optional parallel port I/O address (in BIOS Setup) Optional parallel port IRQ (in BIOS Setup) Specification NS PC97338-A2 1 Rear side 25-pin D-type connector, in female type. Enable/Diable by BIOS Setup Yes (set by BIOS setup) DMA channel 1 DMA channel 3 3BCh, 378h, 278h IRQ5, IRQ7
Serial Port
Item Serial port controller Number of serial ports Supports 16550 UART Connector type Location Serial port function control Optional serial port (in BIOS Setup) Optional serial port IRQ (in BIOS Setup) Specification NS PC97338-A2 1 Yes 9-pin D-type connector, in male type Rear side Enable/disable by BIOS Setup 3F8h, 2F8h, 3E8h, 2E8h, IRQ4, IRQ11
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Audio
Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Mixed sound source Voice channel Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker / Quantity Supports PnP DMA channel Supports PnP IRQ Specification ESS Solo-1 E (ES 1946) Built-in Stereo 16-bit SB-Pro, Windows Sound System (WSS), MPU-401, OPL3, OPL3-SA3 Voice, Synthesizer, Line-in, Microphone, CD 8-/16-bit, mono/stereo 44.1 KHz Yes, on the left-higher corner of LCD panel Yes / 2 pieces, on both hinge sides DMA channel 0 DMA channel 1 IRQ5
PCMCIA
Item PCMCIA controller Supports card type Number of slots Access location Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Supports 32 bit CardBus Specification O2 OZ6833T D Version Type-II / type-III Two type-II or one type-III Right side Yes (for upper slot) Yes (IRQ9, for both slots)
Modem
Item Chipset Fax modem data baud rate (bps) Data modem data baud rate (bps) Supports modem protocol Modem connector type Modem connector location Specification Lucent 1646 14.4 K 56 K V.90 data modem, V.17 fax modem, and digital line protection operation RJ45 (Capable of RJ11) Right side
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Keyboard
Item Keyboard controller Keyboard vendor & model name Total number of keypads Windows 95 keys Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification Mitsubishi M38867 VJG TQFP API 84-/85-/88-key Yes Yes
Diskette Drive
Item Vendor & model name Floppy Disk Specifications Media recognition Sectors / track Tracks Data transfer rate (Kbit/ s) Rotational speed (RPM) Read/write heads Encoding method Power Requirement Input Voltage (V) +5V ±10% 2DD (720KB) 9 80 250 300 2 MFM / FM 2HD (1.2MB, 3-mode) 15 80 500 360 2HD (1.44MB) 18 80 500 300 Mitsumi D353F3 Specification
Hard Disk Drive
Item Vendor & Model Name Drive Format Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Logical heads Logical sectors Drive Format Logical cylinders 8944 13424 4320 512 15 63 6480 512 15 63 IBM DKLA-24320 Specification IBM DADA-26480
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Hard Disk Drive
Item Physical read/write heads Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface Data transfer rate (diskbuffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5+-5% 5+-5% 512KB IDE(ATA-4) 7.7~12.8 16.6 (PIO mode 4) 33.3 (Ultra DMA mode 2) 512KB IDE(ATA-4) 61.5~102.6 16.6 (PIO mode 4) 33.3 (Ultra DMA mode 2) 4 2 4200 Specification 6 3 4200
CD-ROM
Item Vendor & Model Name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Access time (typ.) Rotation speed Buffer memory Interface Applicable disc format 1,546KB/sec ~ 3,600KB/sec. (FULL CAV) 130 msec. (typ) 5136 rpm (typ.) 128KB ATAPI CD-DA, CD-ROM (Mode-1, Mode-2), CDROM XA MODE-2 (FORM-1, FORM-2), Multi-Session Photo CD, CD-I, Video CD, Enhanced CD & CD PLUS Compatible, CD-R/W Drawer with soft eject and emergency eject hole Specification TEAC CD-224E-A26
Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage
5V
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Battery Pack
Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Cell voltage Number of battery call Package configuration Package voltage Specification Sanyo BTP-2231 Li-Ion 3200 mAH 3.7 V 8 2P4S 14.8V
DC-DC/Charger Board
Item Vendor & model name Input voltage DC/DC converter output Output rating CD5V 0~2 3.3V +12V 5V SB 0.02 Pri5V SB 0~3.8 Specification Ambit T62.120.C.00 AC adapter: 19V-21V Battery: 12V-16.8V
Current (w/load, A) Charger output Normal charge (charge while system is not operative) Backgound charge (charge even system is still operative) Battery-lower 2 level (V) Battery-low 3 level (V) Protection Charger protection
0~3.5
0~0.25
2.2A 0.5A
14.1V 12V
Security timer control Over temperature protection Over voltage protection
DC/DC converter protection
OVP (Over Voltage Protection, V) OCP (Over Current Protection, A)
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LCD Inverter
Item Vendor & model name Input voltage (V) Input current (mA) Output voltage (Vrms, no load) Output voltage frequency (kHz) Specification Ambit T62.121.C.00 (12.1") Ambit T62.122.C.00 (13.3") 7.3 (min.) 1100 (min.) 40 (min.) 21 (max.) 1000 (max.) 1400 (max.) 65 (max.)
Item Output current (mArms) Output current (mArms) Output current (mArms) Min. Typ.
Specification Max. Remark
6.3
7.0
7.7
Vadj.=3.2V
0.7
1.0
1.3
Vadj.=2.15V
Note: DC-AC inverter is used to generate very high AC voltage, to support to LCD CCFT backlight user, and it 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 it's supported LCD type and ID code. If you replace a new inverter or replace the LCD with one of a different brand, use Inverter ID utility to update the ID information. LCD
Item Vendor & model name 12.1" Sharp LM121SS1T53 Specifications 12.1" Sanyo TM121SV02L01 13.3" Hitachi TX34D62VC1CAC
Mechanical Specifications LCD display area (diagonal, inch) 12.1 12.1 13.3
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Item Display technology Resolution Supports colors DSTN SVGA (800x600) 262,144 colors Specifications TFT SVGA (800x600) 262,144 colors TFT XGA (1024x768) 262,144 colors
Optical Specifications Brightness control Contrast control Keyboard hotkey Keyboard hotkey Keyboard hotkey None Keyboard hotkey None
Electrical Specifications Supply voltage for LCD display (V) Supply voltage for LCD backlight (Vrms) 3.3 (typ.) 3.3 (typ.) 3.3 (typ.)
650 (typ)
650 (typ)
650 (typ)
Power Adapter
Item Vendor & model name Input Requirements Maximum input current (A, @90Vac, full load) Nominal frequency (Hz) Frequency variation range (Hz) Nominal voltages (Vrms) Inrush current 1.5 A @90V. 0.9 A @180V. 47 - 63 47 - 63 90 - 264 The maximum inrush current will be less than 50A and 100A when the adapter is connected to 115Vac(60Hz) and 230Vac(50Hz) respectively 1.5 A @90V. 0.9 A @180V. 47 - 63 47 - 63 90 - 264 The maximum inrush current will be less than 50A and 100A when the adapter is connected to 115Vac(60Hz) and 230Vac(50Hz) respectively Specification Delta ADP-60JB Rev. E5 LiteON PA-1600-19AC Rev. 02
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Item Efficiency Specification It should provide an efficiency of 83% minimum, when measured at maximum load under 115V(60Hz). It should provide an efficiency of 83% minimum, when measured at maximum load under 115V(60Hz).
Output Ratings (CV mode) DC output voltage Noise + Ripple Load +19.0V~20.5V 300mvp-pmax (20Mhz bandwidth) 0 A (min.) (max.) 3.16 A +19.0V~20.5V 300mvp-pmax (20Mhz bandwidth) 0 A (min.) (max.) 3.16 A
Output Ratings (CC mode) DC output voltage Constant output +12V ~ +19V 3.6 ± 0.3A +12V ~ +19V 3.6 ± 0.3A
Dynamic Output Characteristics Turn-on delay time Hold up time Over Voltage Protection (OVP) Short circuit protection Electrostatic discharge (ESD) 2 sec. (@115Vac) 8 ms min. (@115 Vac input, full load) 26 V Output can be shorted without damage 15kV (at air discharge) 8kV (at contact discharge) 2 sec. (@115Vac) 8 ms min. (@115 Vac input, full load) 26 V Output can be shorted without damage 15kV (at air discharge) 8kV (at contact discharge)
Dielectric Withstand Voltage Primary to secondary Leakage current Regulatory Requirements 3000 Vac (or 4242 Vdc), 10 mA for 1 second 0.25 mA max. (@ 254 Vac, 60Hz) Internal filter meets: 1. FCC class B requirements (USA) 2. VDE 243/1991 class B requirements (German) 3. CISPR 22 Class B requirements (Scandinavia) 4. VCCI class II requirements (Japan) 3000 Vac (or 4242 Vdc), 10 mA for 1 second 0.25 mA max. (@ 254 Vac, 60Hz) Internal filter meets: 1. FCC class B requirements (USA) 2. VDE 243/1991 class B requirements (German) 3. CISPR 22 Class B requirements (Scandinavia) 4. VCCI class II requirements (Japan)
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Power Management
This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity time-out), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that supports APM (Advanced Power Management) or ACPI3 (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. If your computer is set for APM, you can set timeout values for your computer's devices before power-saving methods are applied to these devices. If your computer is set for ACPI, Windows handles all power-saving chores for your computer. Note: We recommend you enable power management to prolong your battery life.
Power Management Modes
Display Standby Mode
Screen activity is determined by the keyboard, the built-in touchpad, and an external PS/2 pointing device. If these devices are idle for the period specified by the LCD backlight Timeout value, the display shuts off until you press a key or move the touchpad or external mouse. "Automatic Dim" Feature The computer has a unique "automatic dim" power-saving feature. When the computer is using AC power and you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, it automatically dims the LCD backlight to save power. If you reconnect AC power to the computer, it automatically adjusts the LCD backlight to a brighter level.
Hard Disk Standby Mode
The hard disk enters Standby mode when there are no disk read/write operations within the period of time determined by the power management system. In this state, the power supplied to the hard disk is reduced to a minimum. The hard disk returns to normal once the computer accesses it.
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Standby Mode
The computer consumes very low power in Standby mode. Data remains intact in the system memory until the battery is drained. There are four ways to enter Standby mode:
Pressing the Standby hotkey Fn-F3 Allowing the waiting time specified by the Standby Timeout value or the operating system to elapse without any system activity Closing the display cover 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 Note: f the computer does not enter Standby mode after pressing the Standby hotkey, it means the operating system will not allow the computer to enter the power-saving mode.
The following signals indicate that the computer is in Standby mode:
The buzzer beeps (when the hotkey is pressed to enter into Standby mode) The Standby indicator lights
Warning: Unstored data is lost when you turn off the computer power in Standby mode or when the battery is drained. To leave Standby mode and return to normal mode:
Press any key Move the active pointing device (internal or external, PS/2 or serial) Have the Resume Timer set and let it be matched Open the display cover Experience an incoming PC card modem event
Hibernation Mode
In Hibernation mode, all power shuts off (the computer does not consume any power). The computer saves all system information onto the hard disk before it enters Hibernation mode. Once you turn on the power, the computer restores this information and resumes where you left off upon leaving Hibernation mode. Before the computer can enter Hibernation mode, the Hibernation file created by Sleep Manager must be present and valid. Then, there are four ways to enter Hibernation mode:
Pressing the Hibernation hotkey Fn-F4 Allowing the waiting time specified by the Hibernation Timeout value to 27
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elapse without any system activity When a battery low condition occurs and the Sleep Upon Battery-low parameter in Setup is set to [ENABLED] Invoked by the operating system power-saving modes Note: If the computer beeps but does not enter Hibernation mode after pressing the Hibernation hotkey, it means the operating system will not allow the computer to enter the power-saving mode.
To exit Hibernation mode, press the power switch. The computer also resumes from Hibernation mode if the resume timer is set and matched. Warning: Do not change any devices (such as add memory) when the computer is in Hibernation mode.
Sleep Mode (ACPI)
If ACPI is installed, all power management functions are handled by the Windows operating system. In this setup, you do not need to set timout values for devices before they enter a power-saving mode. Sleep mode may be one of three computer power saving modes: standby, hibernation or power off. Windows automatically determines which of these modes to enter. To enter Sleep mode under ACPI:
Press the Sleep hotkey Fn-F4 Allow the idle times for devices and the computer determined by Windows 98 to elapse
How to exit Sleep mode depends upon which power-saving mode the computer is in.
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Advanced Power Management
This computer supports the APM standard designed to further reduce power consumption. APM is a power-management approach defined jointly by Microsoft and Intel. An increasing number of software packages support APM to take advantage of its power-saving features and allow greater system availability without degrading performance. For more information about APM under Windows, refer to your Windows user's manual.
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is a power-management specification jointly developed by Intel, Microsoft, and Toshiba. ACPI enables Windows to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. With ACPI, Windows can turn off peripheral devices when they are not in use, thereby saving power.
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Software Utilities
BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Ouput 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 a problem arises. To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during POST (while the Extensa logo is being displayed.
Navigating the BIOS Utility
There are seven menu options: System Information, Basic System Settings, Startup Configuration, Onboard Device Configuration, System Security, Power Management and Load Default Settings. To enter a menu, highlight the item using the keys; then press Enter. Within a menu, navigate through the BIOS Utility by following these instructions:
Press the cursor up/down keys () to move between parameters. Press the cursor left/right keys ( ) to change the value of a parameter. Press Esc 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. Note: Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen.
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System Information
The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.
The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter CPU Floppy Disk Drive Hard Disk (MB) HDD Serial Number System with Description Describes the type of CPU installed in the system. Shows the floppy disk drive type (1.44MB 3.5-inch).
Shows the capacity of the hard disk Shows the hard disk drive serial number.
Shows the high-capacity disc drive installed. Options: CD ROM, or DVD ROM.
System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name
Shows the system BIOS version.
Shows the video graphics accelerator BIOS version.
Shows the serial number of the system. Shows the asset tag number.
Shows the official name of the product.
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Parameter Manufacturer Name UUID
Description Shows the name of the manufacturer.
Shows the universally unique identifier number.
Basic System Configuration
The Basic System Configuration screen contains parameters involving basic computer settings like date and time.
The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter Date Sets the system date.
Description Format: DDD MMM DD YYYY (day-of-the-week month day year)
Time
Sets the system time. Format: HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second)
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Startup Configuration
The Startup Configuration screen contains parameters that are related to computer startup.
The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter Boot Display
Description Sets the display 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; otherwise, the computer LCD is the boot display. When set to Both, the computer outputs to both the computer LCD and an external display device if one is connected. Options: Auto or Both
USB Function Support Hotkey Beep
Enables or disables the USB (Universal Serial Bus) function. Options: Disabled or Enabled When enabled, the computer gives off a beep when a hotkey (key combination is pressed). See "The Euro Symbol" for details on hotkeys. Options: Enabled or Disabled When set to enabled, the Quiet Boot and the PnP OS is disabled or inactive. Options: Enabled or Disabled When set to enabled, the system will boot to the OS as fast as possible and proceed quickly through POST. This mode will not show any boot progression messages, nor will it perform any memory and diagnostic test. Options: Enabled or Disabled
ACPI OS Fast Boot Quiet Boot
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Parameter PnP OS
Description Set it to Enabled if the computer works on Win95, Win98, or Win NT 5.0. For any other OS, set it to Disabled. Options: Enabled or Disabled Allows you to set the sequence wherein the computer will boot 1st, 2nd, and so on. Below are possible boot devices. Enables boot-up from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, if selected as the first option. The computer attempts to boot from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (looks for a bootable CD-ROM) before following the boot sequence specified in the Boot Drive Sequence. Enables boot-up from the floppy disk drive, if selected as the first option. The computer attempts to boot from the floppy disk drive (look for a bootable floppy) before following the boot sequence specified inthe Boot Drive Sequence. Enables boot-up from the hard disk drive.
Boot Drive Sequence Boot from CDROM or DVDROM
Floppy
Hard Disk
Onboard Devices Configuration
The Onboard Devices Configuration screen contains parameters settings for your hardware connection devices.
Note: 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.
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The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter Serial Port Base Address IRQ Infrared Port Base Address IRQ DMA Channel Parallel Port Base Address IRQ Operation Mode ECP DMA Channel
Description Enables or disables the serial port. Options: Enabled or Disabled Sets the I/O address of the serial port. Options: 3F8h, 2F8h, 3E8h or 2E8h Sets the interrupt request of the serial port. Options: 4 or 11 Enables or disables the infrared port. Options: Disabled or Enabled Sets the I/O address of the infrared port. Options: 2F8, 3F8, 3E8 or 2E8 Sets the interrupt request of the infrared port. Options: 3 or 10 Sets a DMA channel for the infrared port. Options: 3 or 1 Enables or disables the parallel port. Options: Enabled or Disabled Sets the I/O address of the parallel port. Options: 378h, 278h or 3BCh Sets the interrupt request of the parallel port. Options: 7 or 5 Sets the operation mode of the parallel port. Options: ECP, Bi-directional, Standard, or EPP Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in ECP mode. This parameter is enabled only if Operation Mode is set to ECP. Options: 1 or 3
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System Security
The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter Setup Password
Description When set, this password protects the BIOS Utility from unauthorized entry. Options: None or Present When set, this password protects the computer from unauthorized entry during boot-up or resume from hibernation mode. Options: None or Present When set, this password prevents the internal hard disk from unauthorized access. It consists of 7 alphanumeric characters. Options: None or Present Controls the read/write access at the BIOS level. When set to enabled, this feature protects user's data by preventing unauthorized copying onto the floppy disk. Options: Disabled or Enabled
Power-on Passwords
Hard Disk Password
Disk Drive Control Floppy Drive Lockout
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Setting a Password
Follow these steps: 3. Use the and keys to highlight a password parameter (Setup, Power-on, or Hard Disk) and press the Enter key. The password box appears:
4. Type a password. The password may consist of up to seven alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9). Caution: Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen. 5. Press Enter. The retype password box appears.
6. Retype the password to verify your first entry and press Enter. After setting the password, the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Present. 7. Press Esc to return to the main menu. 8. Press Esc. The following dialog box appears.
9. Select Yes and press Enter to save the password and exit the BIOS Utility.
Changing a Password
To change a password, follow the same steps used to set a password.
Removing a Password
To remove a password, use the and keys to highlight a password parameter and press the "Enter" key as the first character.
Password Icons
Below are the password icons and their descriptions:
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Parameter Power-on Password Icon
Description When set to present, prompts the user to input the correct password for the system to continue. It is shown after the TravelMate logo.
Hard Disk Password Icon
When set to present, prompts the user to input the correct password for the hard disk to operate. It is shown after the Power-on Password Icon.
Password Character Icon
When typing the characters of the password, the screen displays this icon for each character instead of the actual password character.
Wrong Password Icon
If the wrong password is entered, this icon will be displayed beside the wrong password.
Successful Password Entry Icon
If the password is correctly entered, this icon will be displayed beside the correctly entered password.
Failure Password Icon
The system allows the user 3 chances to type the correct password. After the password has been incorrectly entered 3 times, this icon will be displayed together. The user then has to reboot the system ito try to type the correct password again.
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Power Management
The Power Management screen contains parameters that are related to power-saving and power management.
The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter Advanced Power Manage-ment Mode Turn Off Display
Description Enables or disables advanced power management (Windows 95 only). See "Power Management" for more information on power management modes. Options: Enabled or Disabled Will blank the display screen after a set amount of inactivity time on the user input devices. This timer will reset when activity occurs on any keyboard, or pointing device. Options: Never, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10 or 15 Minutes Will "spin down" the hard disk after a set amount of inactivity on the disk interface. This timer will reset when activity occurs on any primary disk interface, or secondary disk interface. Options: Never, 1, 2, 3, 5,10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 Minutes The system will enter into System Standby mode after a set amout of inactivity time. The timer will be reset once there is activity in any of the following devices: keyboard, pointing devices, communication port, floppy and hard disk drives and bus master requests. Options: Never, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45 or 60 Minutes The system will enter into Hibernation mode after a set amout of inactivity of time. Timer will be reset once there are activity in the following devices: Keyboard, pointing devices, communication port, floppy and hard disks drive and bus master requests. Options: Never, 1, 2, 3, 5 , 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45 or 60 Minutes
Turn Off Hard Disk
System Standby
System Hibernation After Standby
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Parameter System Resume Timer Date
Description When enabled and the system resume date and time are valid, the computer resumes (wakes up) at the set time and date. Options: Disabled or Enabled Sets the date the computer resumes at if System Resume Timer is enabled. Format: month/day/year Sets the time the computer resumes at if System Resume Timer is enabled. Format: hour/minute/second When enabled the system emits an audible warning beep when the unit is running low on battery. Options: Enabled or Disabled When enabled the system switches into Sleep mode when the unit is running low on battery. Options: Enabled or Disabled
Time
Battery-low Warning Beep Sleep Upon Battery-low
Load Default Settings
When you select this menu item, the following dialog box displays:
To load factory-default settings for all the parameters, select Yes and press Enter. Otherwise, select No and press Enter.
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AFlash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
New versions of system programs New features or options
Use the AFlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Note: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use AFlash. The AFlash functions support all the operations required for system Flash ROM. The functions are divided into four steps as follows. 1. Load BIOS file to buffer reads a specified file from a diskette to memory for future program use or for check only. It supports the 64-KB, 128-KB, 192-KB, or 256-KB files. 2. Save BIOS to disk file reads BIOS from the current BIOS area and writes to the file specified by the user. 3. Edit OEM string reads specified file from a diskette to memory, edits OEM string and writes to a file. 4. Program flash memory programs Flash memory according to the data loaded in step 1. This function also shows the BIOS checksum and BIOS type to make sure that the operation is correct.
Executing AFlash
Follow these steps to execute AFlash: 1. Copy the MSG.DAT and AFLASH.EXE files from the system utilities diskette into the subdirectory of your choice. 2. From that subdirectory, type: Enter aflash 3. A help message appears. Press any key to continue. 4. The main menu appears. Use the or key to highlight the options. Press Enter to select. 5. If you want to save a copy of the current BIOS into a file, select Save BIOS to Disk File. 6. Select Load BIOS File to load the BIOS file into memory. 7. Select Program Flash Memory to erase the current BIOS, and program Flash ROM. Note: Never turn off the system power while Flash BIOS is programming. This will destroy the BIOS. 8. Reboot the system.
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Quick Way to Execute AFlash
When you have already copied the AFlash files into your hard disk, you can simply type the following on the DOS prompt (subdirectory where the files are located) to quickly execute the program. aflash (file name) Enter
The program automatically performs the loading and programming functions, then reboots the system. If the program cannot find the BIOS file, it returns to the main menu and flashes the following message: Can't Read This File!!! Press any key to continue.....
In this case, follow the procedures for loading and programming the BIOS file using the main menu.
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System Utility Diskette
This utility diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 510 notebook machine. It provides the following functions: 1. Panel ID Utility 2. Thermal and Fan Utility 3. Modem Dial Out To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a "Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu" prompt you to choose the testing item. Follow the instructions on screen to proceed. Important: This diskette is not bootable, do the following actions
before you use it:
1. Do system transfers. 2. Copy HIMEM.SYS to A:\. 3. Copy CHOICE.COM to A:\. 4. Copy EMM386.EXE to A:\
Set LCD Panel ID
There is an EEPROM in the inverter which stores its supported LCD type ID code. If you replace an LCD with one of a different brand or use a new inverter, the ID information in the inverter EEPROM should be updated. Follow the steps below to see the LCD Panel ID: 1. Follow the instructions on-screen to read current or to set new LCD Panel ID code. Note: When you set a new LCD Panel ID and the new LCD is not yet enabled (to function), connect an external CRT to see the program execution process. Note: Make sure the new ID code you choose corresponds with the LCD brand and type. If you write a wrong ID into the inverter, just reboot and re-execute the program and input the correct ID code. 2. Restart the computer - the new LCD should work normally. Note: If LCD cannot display after changing the ID code, make sure you select the correct ID code, or try reconnecting the LCD FPC cable connectors.
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Set Thermal Sensor Threshold
The system is equipped with sensors to protect against system overheating. By setting System and processor thermal thresholds, the system can turn on the cooling fan or shut down automatically when temperatures reach the defined threshold parameters.
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System Diagnostic Diskette
This diagnostic diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 510 notebook machine. It provides the following functions: 1. PQA System Diagnostics 2. Audio Resource and Speaker Out Test 3. Audio CD Play Controller 4. Infrared ray test 5. USB Register and Connect/Disconnect Test Note: A USB device is required when executing USB Connection/ Disconnection Test, or this test fails. 6. Exit To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a "Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu" prompts you to choose the testing item. Follow the instructions on screen to proceed. Important: This diskette is not bootable, do the following actions
before you use it:
1. Do system transfers. 2. Copy the following files to A:\ HIMEM.SYS EMM386.SYS RAMDRIVE.SYS CHOICE.COM LASTDRV.COM MSCDEX.SYS Note: When executing a parallel or serial port test in System Test item, a loopback tool is needed. This loopback is Acer proprietary design. You may reach the [email protected] for ordering information.
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Running PQA Diagnostics Program.
PQA Vx_x xx-xx-xx
Diag
Result
SysInfo
Option
Exit
Press to move around the main menu. Press Enter 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 xx-xx-xx
Diag
ONE MULTI FULL QUICK
Result Diag
TEST TEST TEST TEST
SysInfo
Option
Exit
One Test Performs a single test and manual checks the selected test items in sequence. Multi Test Performs multiple tests and manual checks the selected test items in sequence. Full Test Performs all items and full check the all test items in sequence. Quick Test Performs special tests of the highlight items and quick check the select test items in sequence.
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The screen below appears if you select Multi Test.
PQA Vx_x xx-xx-xx
Diag
ONE MULTI FULL QUICK
Result Diag
TEST TEST TEST TEST
SysInfo
Option
Exit
TEST COUNT VALUE (1...9999) 1
Specify the desired number of tests and press Enter. After you specify the number of tests to perform, the screen shows a list of test items (see below):
PQA Vx_x xx-xx-xx
Diag
Diag
Result
SysInfo
Option
Exit
O N E Test ST s TE Item 1. M U LTI System Board T ES T 2. FU LL M em ory T ES T 3. Keyboard M U LTI T ES T 4. Video 5. Parallel Port 6. Serial Port 7. Diskette Drive 8. Hard Disk 9. CD-RO M 10. Coprocessor 11. Pointing D ev. 12. Cache
S PAC E : m ark/unm ark selecting item E S C : return to upper menu F1 : help m enu F2 : tests the m arked item (s) E N TE R : open subitem's m enu Test Tim es = 1
Move the highlight bar from one item to another. Press a space to mark or unmark the item. Press Enter to open the subitem menu. Press Esc to return to upper menu. The right corner screen information gives you the available function keys and the specified test number.
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Test Times: Indicates the number of tests to perform Note: The F1 and F2 keys function only after you finish configuring the Test option.
Diagnostic Program Error Code and Messages
Error Code 01XXX Message CPU or main board error FRU/Action in Sequence Reload BIOS default setting. CPU System board 02XXX 03XXX Memory error Keyboard error DIMM System board Reconnect Keyboard. Keyboard System board 04XXX 05XXX 06XXX 07XXX 08XXX Video error Parallel Port error Serial port or main board error Diskette drive error Hard disk error System board System board System board Diskette drive System board Reload BIOS default setting. Hard disk System board 09XXX CD-ROM error Reconnect CD-ROM cable. CD-ROM drive System board 10XXX 11XXX Coprocessor Pointing device error CPU System board Reconnect Keyboard. Keyboard System board 12XXX Cache test error CPU System board
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Removal 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 Flat-bladed screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Tweezers Flat-bladed screwdriver 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.
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General Information
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Remove the battery pack.
Connector Types
There are two kinds of connectors on the system board:
Connectors with no locks Unplug the cable by simply pulling out the cable from the connector. Connectors with locks You can use a plastic stick to lock and unlock connectors with locks.
Unplugging the Cable
Plugging the Cable Unplugging the Cable
Plugging the Cable
Unplugging the cable with locks To unplug the cable, first unlock the connector by pulling up the two clasps on both sides of the connector with a plastic stick. Then carefully pull out the cable from the connector. Plugging the cable with locks To plug the cable back, first make sure that the connector is unlocked, then plug the cable into the connector. With a plastic stick, press the two clasps on both sides of the connector to secure the cables in place. Note: The cables used here are special FPC (flexible printed-circuit) cables and more delicate than normal plastic-enclosed cables. Do not force cables out of the connectors to prevent damage. 52 Removal and Replacement
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. .
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D IM M D o o r
H in g e ca p s
M id d le C o ve r (s h o rt)
M o dem C over
B a tte ry P ack
D IM M M o d u le
8 6.1A 5 22 .1 40 *2 S cre w M AC H P A N M 2*1 4L
M id d le C o ve r (L o n g )
M o dem B o a rd
B a tte ry D oo r
L C D FP C C a b le fro m M /B
In te rn a l M IC fro m M /B
L E D B o a rd C a b le fro m M /B
K e yb o a rd
L C D M o d u le
8 6.1A 3 53 .1 35 *2 S cre w M A C H P AN M 2 .5 *13 .5L
M a in U n it (s e e n e xt p a g e )
LC D Bezel
8 6.9A 3 53 .6 R 0 *5 S cre w M 2 .5*6 L B /Z N
8 6.9A 5 22 .4 R 0 *2 S c rew M A C H P AN M 2 *4L
In te rn a l M ic ro p h o n e
L E D B o a rd
8 6.1A 3 53 .1 60 *2 S cre w M A C H M 2 .5 *L1 6
8 6.9A 5 22 .4 R 0 *2 S c rew M A C H P A N M 2*4 L 8 6.9A 5 24 .5 R 0 *4 S c rew M 3*5 L
L C D & In ve rte r b o a rd
L E D B o a rd C a b le
L C D FP C C a b le
In ve rte r B o a rd
LC D Pan el
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M a in U n it
86 .1A 52 3 .1 40 *3 S cre w M A C H P AN M 2 *1 4L N I 86 .1A 52 3 .6 R 0 S cre w M AC H P AN M 2 .5*6 L N I
H e a tsin k
C o ve r S w itc h C a b le fro m M /B
T o u c h p a d B o a rd C a b le fro m M /B
H D D M o d u le
86 .1A 35 3.1 35 *9 S cre w M A C H P A N M 2 .5 *13 .5L 86 .1A 52 3.6 R 0 *2 S c rew M A C H M 2.5 *6L
U p p e r ca s e
86 .1A 5 23 .6 R 0 *2 S c rew M A C H M 2.5 *6 L N I
T o u c h p a d & C D -R O M C o n tro l B o a rd M o d u le B a tte ry a n d A u d io B a o rd C D -R O M & F D D M o d u le Sp eaker n et
86 .9A 32 2.4 R 0 *4 S cre w M A C H P A N M 2 *4L B /Z N 86 .1A 5 23 .6 R 0 *2 S c rew M A C H M 2 .5 *6L N I 86 .9A 5 22 .3 R 0 *2 S cre w M AC H M 2 *3L
D C -D C C h a rg e r
86 .9A 5 22 .3 R 0 *6 S cre w M AC H M 2 *3L
Touchpa d Sp eaker
M a in b o a rd L /R C h a n n e l Sp eaker M od em B ra c k e t C D -R O M C o n tro l B o a rd Touchpa d B o a rd
M od em C o n n e c to r
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Removing the Battery Pack
1. Press the battery cover release button, then slide the battery out from the main unit .I
2. To remove the battery cover, gently bend the battery cover a little bit outward, then slide the battery cover downward to remove it.
Removing the DIMM
1. Remove the two screws shown below to remove the DIMM cover from the lower case..
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2. Use two flat-bladed screwdriver to push the latches outward on both sides of the DIMM socket to remove the DIMM module from the DIMM socket
Removing the Modem Board
1. Remove the screw as shown below then remove the modem cover from the lower case..
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2. Use two flat-bladed screwdriver to push the latches outward on both sides of the modem board socket to remove the modem board.
3. Disconnect the modem power cable from the modem board.
Removing the Keyboard
1. Slide out the hinge covers on both sides of the notebook.
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2. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to remove the LCD FPC cable cover.
3. Slide the middle cover to the left side then remove the middle cover from the upper case.
Note: To replace the middle cover, be sure that the latches are lined up with the uppercase. 4. Turn the keyboard over to expose the keyboard connector.
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5. To remove the keyboard, release the keyboard connector at CN21 as shown below.
Removing the LCD Module
1. Disconnect the internal microphone cable from the system board at CN10.
2. Disconnect the LED cable from the system board at CN11.
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3. Remove the two screws as shown below then disconnect the LCD