Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 1620 service guide. Date Chapter Updates 2004/04/28 Chapter 4 Add POST Code...
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Denotes actual messages that appear Screen messages 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.
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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.
Chapter 1 System Introduction Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance ® ® Intel Pentium 4 Processor 2.80 Ghz and above ® Intel Hyper-Threading Technology 256/512MB of DDR333 SDRAM, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules 30GB and above high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Display The 15.0”...
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Human-centric design Rugged, yet extremely portable, construction Stylish appearance Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys Comfortable palm rest area with well-positioned touchpad I/O Ports Two Type II or one Type III PC CardBus (PCMCIA) slot One IEEE 1394 port One FIR port One RJ-11 modem jack (V.92, 56K) One RJ-45 network jack(Ethernet 10/100 Base-T)
Board Layout Top View Line-in Port CPU Socket Line-out Port North Bridge RJ45+RJ11 Fan Connector LCD Inverter Cable Connector Second Fan Connector USB Port Touchpad Cable Connector USB Port HDD Connector USB Port Keyboard Connector USB Port Speaker Cable Connector VGA Port Optical Drive Connector S-Video Port...
Panel Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. Front View Item Description Display screen Also called LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), displays computer output. Status indicators LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer and its functions and components.
Left view Icon Item/ Port Description PC Card slots Supports two Type II or one Type III CardBus PC Card(s). Eject button Eject PC cards from the card slots. Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.
Right View Item/ Port Description Speaker Delivers stereo audio output. Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Aspire 1620...
Rear Panel Icon Port Description Power Jack Connects to an AC adapter Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer) Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. S-video port Connects to a television or display device with S-video input.
Bottom View Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Memory compartment Houses the computer’s main memory. Aspire 1620...
Indicators The computer provides an array of seven indicators located below the display screen, showing the status of the computer and its components. The Power and Sleep 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.
Understanding the icons When the cover of your computer is closed, 2 easy-to-read icons are shown, indicating which state or feature is enabled or disabled. Icon Function Description Power Lights up when the computer is on. Sleep Lights when the computer enters Standby mode and blinks when it enters into or resumes from hibernation mode.
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 Description Caps Lock When is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
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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 Num lock on Num lock off...
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Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Keys Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below Windows logo key are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds Document) + M (Minimizes All) + M (Undoes Minimize All)
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...
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Hot Key Icon Function Description Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. Fn- ¨ Home Functions as the key. Functions as the key. Euro Types the Euro symbol. Gr-Euro The Euro symbol If your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard.
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Located at the top of the keyboard are six buttons. These buttons are called lauch keys. They are designated as mail button, Web browser button, P1, P2, Bluetooth and Wireless buttons. The Wireless and Bluetooth buttons cannot be set by the user. To set the other four launch keys, run the Acer Launch Manager. Icon...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations System Board Major Chips Item Controller System core logic ATI RC300M+ATI IXP150 Super I/O controller NS PC87392 Audio controller Realtek ALC655 Video controller ATI Radeon 9700 Hard disk drive controller Embedded in ATI IXP 150 Keyboard controller Mitsubish LPC keyboard controller M38857 CardBus Controller TI 1520...
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System Memory Item Specification Memory controller ATI RC300M Onboard memory size DIMM socket number 2 Sockets Supports memory size per socket 128/256/512/1024MB (if available) Supports maximum memory size 2048MB (Please confirm if 1024MB has passed the test or not) Supports DIMM type DDR-DRAM Supports DIMM Speed 333 MHz...
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Modem Interface Item Specification Supports modem protocol V.90/V.92MDC Modem connector type RJ11 Modem connector location Rear side Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model HGST Moraga HGST Moraga HGST Moraga Name IC25N030ATMR04 IC25N040ATMR04- IC25N060ATMR04-0 Fujitsu V-40 MHT2030AT TOSHIBA Pluto 40G TOSHIBA Neptune MK4025GAS MK6021GAS...
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CD-ROM Interface Items Specification Access time (typ.) QSI- Random: 90 ms Full Stroke: 180 ms Mitsumi- Random: 100 ms Full Stroke: 240 ms Rotation speed 5100 rpm for QSI 5400 rpm for Mitsumi 24X CAV mode Data Buffer Capacity 128 KB (built-in) Interface Compliant to ATA/ATAPI-6 Applicable disc format...
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DVD-ROM Interface Item Specification Average Full Access time (typ.) Random DVD-5: CAV mode 110 msec typical 150 Random msec average max 120 msec typical 160 msec average max Full Stroke Full Stroke CAV mode 200 msec typical 260 270 msec typical msec average max 350 msec average max DVD-9:...
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Combo Drive Interface Item Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Read Sustained: DVD-ROM MAX 8X CAV (MAX 10800 KB/sec) CD-ROM MAX 24X CAV (MAX 3600 KB/sec) Write: CD-R 4X, 8X (CLV), Max 16X, MAX 24X (ZCLV) CD-RW 4X (CLV) HS-RW 4X,8X, 10X (CLV) ATAPI Interface: PIO mode 16.6 MB/sec :PIO Mode 4 DMA mode 16.6 MB/sec:Multi word mode 2...
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DVD Dual Interface Item Specification Disc Diameter 12cm and 8cm Capacity 2048 bytes/sector (DVD) 2048 bytes/block (CD Mode-1 and Mode-2 Form-1) 2336 bytes/block (Mode-2) 2328 bytes/block (Mode-2 Form-2) Operation environment for “write/rewrite” application Host Machine IBM compatible PC (Pentium 166 MHz or above) MS-Windows 90/ME/2000/XP/NT 4.0 Memory Min.
DVD Dual Interface Item Specification Loading mechanism Manual load/DC brushless mortor system Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller RTL ALC655 Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 20 bit stereo Digital to Analog converter 18 bit stereo Analog to Digital converter Compatibility Microsoft PC98/PC99, AC97 2.1 Mixed sound source...
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Video Memory Item Specification Fixed or upgradeable Fixed (on daughter board) Video memory size 64B(128MB optional) LCD Display Resolution 8 bit 16 bits 24 bits 32 bits Resolution (256colors) (Hi color) (True color) (True color) 640x480 720x480 800x600 848x480 1024x768 CRT Display Resolutions 8 bit 16 bits...
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USB Port Item Specification OHCI USB 2.0 Number of USB port 5V/500 mA per slot Location Rear side Other Remarks 3 independent OHCI USB1.1 Host Controller and 1 EHCI USN2.0 Host Controller. PCMCIA Port Item Specification PCMCIA controller TZ 1520 Supports card type Type II, Tpye III Number of slots...
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Item Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical Stripe R.G.B. Vertical Stripe R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Display Mode Normally White Normally White Transmissive mode, Normally White 180 (5 point average) 150 (5 point average) Typical White Luminance (cd/m 150 (5 point average) also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio 300/250...
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Item Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left 40/40 45/45 45/45 Vertial: Upper/Lower 20/40 15/35 20/40 ° Temperature Range( C) 0 to +40 0 to +50 0 to +50 Operating -20 to +60 -25 to +60 -25 to +60 Storage (shipping) Item Vendor &...
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the table. AC Adapter Item Specification Vendor & model name Liton, 135W power supply Input Voltage Low Range 90(min.)/137(max.)/100-127(nominal) High Range 180(min.)/265(max.)200-240(nominal) Input current 2.2A(max) Nominal frequency (Hz) 50-60 Frequency variation range (Hz) 47-63 Efficiency It should provide an efficiency of 85% minimum, when measured at maximum load under 115Vac.
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.
Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy). To change the value of a parameter, press por q.
Information NOTE: The system information is subject to different models. Parameter Description Floppy Disk Drive Shows floppy drive type informaiton. Note: Aspre 1620, Extensa 2700, TravelMate 2500 and Extnesa 2500 series products do not have floppy disk drive; Extensa 2000 and TravelMate 2000 series have floppy disk drive.
Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. NOTE: The screen above is for reference only. Actual values may differ. Aspire 1620...
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Format/Option System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed Format: HH:MM:SS with 24-hour format. (hour:minute:second) System Time System Date Sets the system date.
Advanced The Advanced menu screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system. The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Options Enabled Hyper-Threading...
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Parameter Description Options DMA3 DMA channel Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in /DMA1 ECP mode. This parameter is enabled only if Mode is set to ECP. Disabled Legacy USB Support Enables, disables USB interface devices support. Option: or Enabled (Enable for use with a non-USB aware Operating...
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Aspire 1620...
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Option User Password is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set Set User Password...
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Removing a Password Follow these steps: Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Password box appears: Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.
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If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message. Chapter 2...
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. Aspire 1620...
Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.
BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs New features or options 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.
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: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Flat-bladed screw driver Phillips screw driver Tweezers...
General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. Chapter 3...
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 main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
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LCD Module 4 LCD Cushions LCD Bezel Inverter LCD Panel H*8 for 14.1" H*6 for 15.0" LCD Coaxial LCD Brackets Cable Screw List Item Description SCREW MAC FLAT M2.5*L4 NI NYLOK (86.00123.630) SCREW M2.0*L10 NYLOK(86.9A352.100) SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC- 420325(86.9A352.3R0) SCREW M2.5X6(86.9A353.6R0) SCREW M3x4 (86.9A524.4R0) SCREW M2X2.0 (86.9A552.2R0)
Removing the Memory Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. To remove the memory module from the machine, first remove the two screws holding the dimm cover. Remove the dimm cover. Pop up the memory. Then remove the memory. Chapter 3...
Removing the Wireless LAN Board and the Modem Board See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. To remove the wireless LAN board, first remove the two screws holding the modem cover. Remove the modem cover from the machine. Disconnect the wireless antennae. Pop out the wireless LAN board.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. To remove the hard disk drive, pull the hard disk dirve carefully. Then take the hard disk drive out of the main unit. Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module See “Removing the Battery”...
Removing the LCD Module Removing the Middle Cover See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. To remove the middle cover, first use a plastic flat screwdriver to remove the right hinge cap. Remove the screw that secures the middle cover. Remove the left hinge cap.
See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. Remove the two screws and then detach the launch board from the middle cover. Removing the LCD Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Launch Board”...
Disassembling the LCD Module Removing the LCD Bezel See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Launch Board” on page 56. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. Use plastic tweezers to remove the four screw pads, and then remove the four screws that fasten the LCD bezel.
NOTE: Please arrange the LCD inverter cable well to the LCD panel as the picture below shows when you reassemble the LCD module. Removing the 15” TFT LCD See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Launch Board”...
Removing the LCD Brackets See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Launch Board” on page 56. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 59. See “Removing the Inverter Board (15”...
Removing the LCD Hinges See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Launch Board” on page 56. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 59. See “Removing the Inverter Board (15”...
Disassembling the Main Unit Removing the Keyboard See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. To remove the keyboard, carefully pull the keyboard out and upwards as the pticute shows. Use a plastic tweezers or a plastic flat screwdriver to disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board carefully, then remove the keyboard.
Removing the Thermal Module See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. See “Removing the Fan” on page 63. Disconnect the fan cable then remove the four screws fastening the thermal module. Then remove the thermal module.
Installing the Processor See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. See “Removing the RTC Battery” on page 63. See “Removing the Fan” on page 63. See “Removing the Thermal Module”...
Then take the upper case assembly off the main unit. Removing the Touchpad Board See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. See “Removing the Upper Case Assemly” on page 65. To detach the touch pad board, first disconnect the touch pad cable from the touch pad board with a plastic tweezers.Then release the touchpad cover lock on the back as the picture shows.
See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. See “Removing the Upper Case Assemly” on page 65. See “Removing the Touchpad Board” on page 66. Remove the touchpad scroll key then remove the touchpad cable.
Removing the Second Fan Bracket See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 57. See “Removing the RTC Battery” on page 63. See “Removing the Fan” on page 63. See “Removing the Thermal Module”...
See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 64. See “Removing the VGA Thermal Plate” on page 67. Push the ODD module outwards then take the ODD out of the support bracket. Remove the screw that fastens the ODD support bracket then remove it. Removing the HDD Bracket See “Removing the Battery”...
13. Remove the two screws holding the main board as the picture shows. Remove another two screws that fasten the main board. Then detach the main board from the lower case carefully. Removing the DC Board See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover”...
See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. See “Removing the Upper Case Assemly” on page 65. See “Removing the Fan” on page 63. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 64. See “Removing the VGA Thermal Plate” on page 67. See “Removing the CPU Heatsink Plate”...
Removing the Speaker Set See “Removing the Battery” on page 52. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 56. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 63. See “Removing the Upper Case Assemly” on page 65. See “Removing the Fan” on page 63. See “Removing the Thermal Module”...
System Upgrade Procedure Base Unit to Wireless Unit Turn out the two screws fastening the modem cover then open the cover. Connect the wirless antennae. Insert the wireless LAN board to the wireless socket on the main board. Close the modem cover and fasten the cover with the two screws. NOTE: You must connect the wireless antennae before you insert the wireless LAN board to the socket.
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. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
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.
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. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.
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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 If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. If the voltage is within the range, do the following: Replace the System board.
Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: Check out the Power Management in control Panel In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct.
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.
Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes 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) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error...
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Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. used RTC battery System board...
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Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power blank. System Check” on page 76. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM.
POST Code Code Beeps POST Routine Description Verify Real Mode Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Initialize chipset with initial POST values Set IN POST flag Initialize CPU registers Enable CPU cache Initialize caches to initial POST values Initialize I/O component Initialize the local bus IDE Initialize Power Management...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards Install CD ROM for boot Clear huge ES segment register Fixup Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs.
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Unknown interrupt Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code...
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence LCD backlight doesn't work Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system. LCD is too dark Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
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Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 78. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
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Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently.
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: Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
System Check” on page 76): Power-off the computer. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive...
How to Build NAPP Master Hard Disc Drive CD to Disk Recovery Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system. The system will ask you if you want to build NAPP Master HDD. Please press any key to continue. NAPP CD will start to preload the system, please click [Y].
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Put the Recovery CD to the optical drive. This step is to create image files to the system, you do not have to put the Recovery CD to the optical drive in order. Place one Recovery CD to the drive at one time till you finish all Recovery CDs.
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Then insert the System CD to the optical drive. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard disc drive. Chapter 4...
Disk to Disk Recovery Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system. The system will ask you if you want to build NAPP Master HDD. Please press any key to continue. NAPP CD will start to preload the system, please click [Y].
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Select Disk to Disk Recovery. Then choose Single Language or Multi-Languages Recovery. NOTE: For Multi-Languages Recovery, not more than five languages could be loaded to the system. Put the Recovery CD to the optical drive. This step is to create image files to the system, you do not have to put the Recovery CD to the optical drive in order.
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After you place the Recovery CD to the optical drive, you will see the display below. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive. Aspire 1620...
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You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard disc drive. Chapter 4...
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Line-in Port CPU Socket Line-out Port North Bridge RJ45+RJ11 Fan Connector LCD Inverter Cable Connector Second Fan Connector USB Port Touchpad Cable Connector USB Port HDD Connector USB Port Keyboard Connector USB Port Speaker Cable Connector VGA Port Optical Drive Connector...
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.
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number WIRELESS LAN BOARD AMBIT 54.03096.022 802.11B T60H656.02 REV.03 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11G 54.A16V1.001 WNC RM8 MODEM BOARD AMBIT 54.09011.544 T60M283.10(01) MODEM/BLUETOOTH BOARD 54.09061.001 AMBIT T60M665.00 PCMCIA MULTI CARD 4 IN 1 LC.T2807.001 ADAPTER (SDMCA) LAUNCH BOARD 55.A20V1.002 Cables...
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number MINI PCI CARD PLATE W/RTC 60.T30V1.003 HOLDER HINGE CAP RIGHT 42.T30V1.002 HINGE CAP LEFT 42.T30V1.003 OPTICAL DRIVE SUPPORT 33.T30V1.001 BRACKET HDD BRACKET 33.A20V1.001 TOUCHPAD COVER 42.T30V1.006 2ND FAN BRACKET 33.A20V1.002 VGA THERMAL PLATE 33.A20V1.003 Chapter 6...
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number UPPER CASE W/COVERSWITCH 60.A20V1.002 CABLE & TOUCHPAD CABLE & SCROLL KEY LOWER CASE W/DIMM COVER& 60.A20V1.002 SPEAKER W/O MDC COVER DIMM COVER 42.A20V1.002 MIDDLE COVER W/LAUNCH 60.A19V1.003 BOARD & NAME PLATE MODEM COVER W/SCREW 42.A20V1.001 Communication Module WIRELESS ANTENNA RIGHT...
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number CPU 3.0GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DPP01.30C CPU 2.8GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DPP01.28C CPU 2.6GMHZ 400FSB INTEL KC.DPD01.26A CPU 2.8GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DPD01.28B CPU 2.8GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DPD01.306 CPU 2.8GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DP001.30C CPU 2.8GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DP001.32C CPU 2.8GMHZ 800FSB INTEL KC.DPP01.32C...
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number CPU THERMAL PLATE 34.A20V1.001 CPU HEATSINK 34.A20V1.002 Keyboard KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY1D KB.A2007.001 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0U KB.A2007.002 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0J KB.A2007.003 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY06 KB.A2007.004 PORTUGUE KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0A KB.A2007.005 ARABIC KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY1A KB.A2007.006 BELGIAN KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0W KB.A2007.007...
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0E KB.A2007.021 ITALY KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0F KB.A2007.022 FRENCH KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY0K KB.A2007.023 KOREAN KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-ACY00 KB.A2007.024 SWISS LCD MODULE 14.1" XGA AU B141XN04 LCD MODULE 15" TFT XGA AUO B150XG01 LCD MODULE 15" SXGA+ AU B150PG01 V0 LCD MODULE 15"...
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Picture Partname And Description Part Number LCD COAXIAL CABLE 14” 50.A20V1.003 LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15” 50.49V06.002 50.A16V1.005 LCD PANEL W/HINGE & LOGO 60.A20V1.004 LCD BEZEL 14.1" W/ICON LABEL 60.A20V1.003 LCD BEZEL 15" W/ICON LABEL 6K.A20V1.005 HINGE PACK 6K.A20V1.001 Main Board MAINBAORD YUHINA 4 W/LAUNCH BOARD CABLE &...
Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is a test plan released by Acer Internal Testing Department. Once the final report is available, this chapter will be revised accordingly. Appendix B...
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IBM OBI International ISDN PC Card I/O Peripheral I/O - Display Acer 211c 21” Viewsonic PF790 19” Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD IBM Color TFT LCD 14” Compaq Color Monitor NET Color Monitor 20” Mozo 17” TFT LCD (DVI) I/O - Projector...
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Item Specifications I/O - USB Keyboard/Mouse Chicony USB Keyboard KU-8933 Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Acer Aspire USB mouse Logicool US Mouse Logitech Cordless Mouseman Wheel USB Interface Logitech USB Wheel Mouse M-BB48 Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical USB Interface I/O - Legacy (PS2/Serial) Keyboard/...
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Item Specifications PCMCIA PCMCIA - ATA IBM Microdrive 340MB IBM Microdrive 1G Iomega Click! 40MB Sony Memory Stick 64MB Sandisk Flash Card 20MB Apacer SD Flash Card 128MB Apacer SD Flash Card 256MB Transcend SD Card 32MB Transcend SD Card 256MB Hagiwara sys-com SD Card 256MBT PCMCIA - USB 2.0 Apricorn EZ-USB2.0 Cardbus PC Card...
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.
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Index AFLASH Utility 47 Environmental Requirements 32 Audio 19 Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 79 External CD-ROM Drive Check 75 Battery 28 BIOS 19 Features 1 package 19 Flash Utility 47 ROM size 19 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 98 ROM type 19 vendor 19 Version 19 Hard disk 19, 21...
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Windows XP Environment Test 113 Online Support Information 118 Panel 5, 97 Bottom 10 Parallel Port 27 PC Card 28 PCMCIA 28 Power Management 31 Power System Check 76 Battery Pack 78 Power Adapter 77 Removing the Battery Pack 52 RTC 19 Second Level Cache 19 speakers...