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Acer Aspire T600 Service Manual

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  • Page 1 Aspire T600/AcerPower FV Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the AIPG/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire T600/AcerPower FV service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2004 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.
  • Page 4 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Screen messages NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. 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.
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Before You Begin ..........40 Disassembling the Aspire T600........42 Opening the Housing .
  • Page 7 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Aspire T600 Exploded Diagram....... . 76 AcerPower FV Exploded Diagram .

  • Page 8: System Specifications

    Intel to get fewer returns in terms of damaged CPUs due to bent or broken pins. Aspire T600/AcerPower FV are versatile, high-power system, supporting Intel LGA775 CPUs. The computer uses Peripheral Component Interface (PCI) and Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) design. This improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications.

  • Page 9: Features

    Features Form Factor Expected PCB size: ATX (244*244mm) PCB Layer : 4 Layers Supports Inte Pentium 4 Prescott 775/FSB 533/800 NMHz Supports Intel Celeron Prescott 775/FSB 533 MHz CPU Socket Type with LGA 775 pins socket Chipset Northbridge: Intel 915GV Southbridge: Intel ICH6 Memory 4 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory)

  • Page 10: Onboard Lan

    Onboard LAN Controller : Intel ICH6 LAN Chip : Realtek 8100C (10/100M LAN) One RJ 45 Audio Controller : ICH6 Realtek ALC880 CODEC UAJ(Universal Audio Jack) support (rear only) (with this feature users won’t have the worries about how to install speakers correctly). Connectors Support: Lin-In/Lin-Out (rear) Microphone In (rear) / Microphone In (front -- default)

  • Page 11: Aspire T600 Front Panel

    Aspire T600 Front Panel Description Optical Device Multimedia Card Reader Microphone Jack USB 2.0 Ports Description Description Description Floppy Drive Power Button Speaker or Headphone Jack Chapter 1...

  • Page 12: Aspire T600 Rear Panel

    Aspire T600 Rear Panel Description Fan Aperture RJ-45 Ethernet Connector Line-in Jack Power Cord Socket Ps/2 Mouse Connector Serial Port USB 2.0 Ports Rear-surround Jack Line-out / Front-surround Jack Chapter 1 Description Description Description Printer Connector Center-Surround/Subwoofer Jack Modem Card (Optional)

  • Page 13: Acerpower Fv Front Panel

    AcerPower FV Front Panel Description Optical Drive Multimedia Card Reader (Optical) Microphone Jack USB 2.0 Ports Description Description Description Floppy Drive Power Button Speaker or Headphone Jack Indicator Chapter 1...

  • Page 14: Acerpower Fv Rear Panel

    AcerPower FV Rear Panel Description Fan Aperture RJ-45 Ethernet Connector Line-in Jack Power Cord Socket PS/2 Mouse Connector Serial Port USB 2.0 Ports Rear-Surround Jack Line-out / Front-Surround Jack Chapter 1 Description Description Description Printer Connector Center-Surround/Subwoofer Jack Modem Card (optional) Voltage Selector Switch PS/2 Keyboard Connector VGA Port...

  • Page 15: System Peripherals

    System Peripherals The Aspire T600 and AcerPower FV computers consist of the system itself, and system peripherals, like a mouse, a keyboard and a set of speakers (optional). This section provides a brief description of basic system peripherals. Mouse (PS/2 or USB, Manufacturing Option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse.
  • Page 16 Speakers Note: For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. NOTE: Speakers are optional and the appearance might be different, depending on the actual product. Chapter 1...

  • Page 17: Mainboard Layout

    MainBoard Layout Item ATX1 Standard 24-pin ATX power connector ATX12V ATX12V power connector AUDIO1 Front panel audio header BIOS_TBL BIOS TBL jumper BIOS_WP BIOS flash protect jumper CDIN1 Primary CD-in connector/ Auxiliary Audio input connector CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper COM2 Onboard serial port header CPU SOCKET LGA775 socket for Pentium 4 CPUs...

  • Page 18: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram BW : 4.1GB/s @ FSB : 533MHz & Freq : 133MHz BW : 6.4GB/s @ FSB : 800MHz & Freq : 200MHz Analong Display VGA (G only) RAMDAC: 400MHz Resolutions Up To 2048x1536@75Hz USB1 USB2 USB3 USB4 2 ports 2 ports 2 ports 2 ports...

  • Page 19: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations System Board Major Chip Item System Core Logic Super I/O Controller LAN Controller Memory Controller E-IDE Controller Audio Codec LPC Controller Keyboard Controller Processor Item Vendor/Type CPU Socket Type Speed Bus Frequency Voltage BIOS Item BIOS code programmer BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS ROM package...
  • Page 20 BIOS Hotkey List Hotkey System Memory Item Memory Slot(s) Number Supported Memory Size per Slot Supported Maximum Memory Size Supported Memory Speed Supported memory voltage Support memory module package Support to parity check feature Support to Error Correction Code (ECC) feature Support to Registered DIMM Support maximum bandwidth...
  • Page 21 LAN Interface Item LAN Controller LAN Chip LAN Controller Resident Bus LAN Port Design Criteria Function Control IDE Interface Item IDE Controller IDE Controller Resident Bus Number IDE Channel Supported IDE Interface Supports LS-120 Supports bootable CD-ROM Function Control Diskette Drive Interface Item Diskette Drive Controller Diskette Drive Controller Resident Bus...
  • Page 22 System LED Definition Power State LED S1/S3 S4/S5 HDD State LED IDE Active IDE Idle LAN State LED LAN Active LAN Idle USB Port Item USB Controller Connectors Quantity Rear Connectors On-board Header 2 for front daughter board (Pin: 2x5 Intel FPIO) 1 for Media card reader (Pin: 1*5) Data Transfer Rate Support Universal HCI...

  • Page 23: Dual Channel

    Aspire T600/AcerPower FV support the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the dual channel technology, the bandwidth of memory bus will add double up to 6.4GB/s. Aspire T600/AcerPower FV inculde 4 DIMM sockets, and each channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR1, DDR2...
  • Page 24 Memory Address Map Address 0100000-0F9FFFF 0FA0000-0FFFFFF 1000000-FFFFFFF PCI INTx# and IDSEL Assignment Map PCI INTx # INTA# ADIMM-slot INTB# PCI-Slot1 INTC# PCI-Slot2 PCI Slot IRQ Routing Map PCI INTX# INTA PCI slot 1 INTE PCI slot 2 INTD PCI slot 3 INTFJ I/O Address Map Hex Range...
  • Page 25 IRQ Assignment Map IRQx IRQ0 Timer IRQ1 Keyboard IRQ2 Reserved IRQ3 Serial Port 2 IRQ4 Serial Port 1 IRQ5 Reserved IRQ6 Floppy Disk IRQ7 Parallel Port IRQ8 Real Time Clock IRQ9 IRQ10 IRQ11 IRQ12 PS/2 Mouse IRQ13 Numeric Processor IRQ14 Embedded Hard Disk IRQ15 Reserved...
  • Page 26 Environmental Requirements Item Vibration unpacked Vibration packed Shock operating Mechanical Specifications Item Dimensions(main footprint) Chapter 1 Specifications 5~500 Hz, 2.20g RMS random, 10 minutes per axis in all 3 axes 5~500 Hz, 1.09g RMS random, 1 hour per axis in all 3 axes Half sine, 2 g 11m seconds Specification 180(w)x360(H)x420(D)mm...

  • Page 27: Power Management Function (Acpi Support Function)

    Power Management Function (ACPI support function) Device Standby Mode Independent power management timer for hard disk drive devices (0-15 minutes, time step=1 minute). Hard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface). Disable V-sync to control the VESA DPMS monitor. Resume method: device activated (Keyboard for DOS, keyboard &...

  • Page 28: System Utilities

    System Utilities BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required setting or to active certain system features. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the mainboard. When the power is turned off, the battery on the mainboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM.

  • Page 29: Entering Setup

    Entering Setup Once enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as figure below) will appear on the screen. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu. Parameter Product Information Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advacned Chipset Features...

  • Page 30: Product Information

    Product Information The screen below appears if you select Product Information from the main menu. The Product Information menu contains gerenal data about the system, such as the product name, serial number, BIOS version, etc. These information is necessary for troubleshooting (maybe required when asking for technical support).

  • Page 31: Standard Cmos Features

    Standard CMOS Features Select Standard CMOS Features from the main menu to configure some basic parameters in your system. The following screen shows the Standard CMOS Features menu: The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Date Lets you set the date following the weekday- month-day-year format Time...
  • Page 32 Parameter Legacy IDE Channels Use this item to set up the primary and secondary sequence of IDE channels and SATA channel. If set ATA/IDE Configuration to Compatible mode and IDE channels to SATA Pri/ PATA Sec, users can only plug in SATA devices on SATA1 and SATA2;...

  • Page 33: Advanced Bios Features

    We recommend that you enable this item as soon as you have installed an operating system. Silent Boot This is to switch 1st screen logo (default Acer’ logo) Configuration Table This is to select if system configuration shown by 2nd screen or not.

  • Page 34: Removable Drives

    Removable Drives Chapter 2...

  • Page 35: Advanced Chipset Features

    Advanced Chipset Features The advanced chipset features setup option is used to change the values of the chipset registers. These registers control most of the system options in the computer. Parameter DRAM Frequency This item determines frequency of DRAM memory. Configure DRAM Timing by Enables you to select the CAS latency time in HCLKs of 2, 2.5, or 3.
  • Page 36 Parameter Init Display First Use this item to specify whether your graphics adapter is installed in one of the PCI slots or is integrated on the mainboard VGA Share Memory This item shows the VGA memory size borrowed from main memory capacity. Aperture Size Select This item defines the size of the aperture if you use an AGP graphics adapter.

  • Page 37: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated Peripherals Parameter USB 2.0 Controller USB Function Legacy USB Support Onboard AUDIO Function Onboard LAN Function LAN Boot ROM Support Serial Port 1/2 Address Description Enable this item if the system supports USB 2.0 This item is used to enable or disable the on-chip This item allows you to enable or disable Legacy USB support.
  • Page 38 Parameter Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ Chapter 2 Description Use this item to enable or disable the onboard Parallel port, and to assign a port address. Enables you to set data transfer protocol for your parallel port.

  • Page 39: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup The Power Management menu lets you configure your system to most effectively save energy while operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use. The following screen shows the Power Management parameters and their default settings: Parameter ACPI Suspend Type This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI...
  • Page 40 Parameter POWER After PWR-Fail This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its former operating status after power returns from a power failure. Power On by Ring An input signal on the serial Ring Indicator (RI) line (in other words, an incoming call on the modem) awakens the system from a soft off state.

  • Page 41: Pnp/Pci Configuration

    PnP/PCI Configuration Parameter PCI/VGA Palette Snoop Description Disabled - Data read or written by the CPU is only directed to the PCI VGA device’s palette registers. Enabled - Data read or written by the CPU is directed to both the PCI VGA device’s palette registers and the ISA VGA device’s palette registers,permitting the palette registers of both VGA devices to be...

  • Page 42: Pc Health Status

    PC Health Status The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter CPU Shutdown Temperature Current CPU Temperature Current SYSTEM Temperature Current CPU / SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) Chapter 2 Description Enables you to set the maximum temperature the system can reach before powering down.

  • Page 43: Frequency Control

    Frequency Control The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Ratio CMOS Setting Auto Detect DIMM / PCI Clk Spread Spectrum Description This item sets the ratio between CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Users please note that if a invalid ratio has been entered to this field, BIOS will restore it to previous state.

  • Page 44: Set Supervisor Password

    Set Supervisor Password When this function is selected, the following message appears at the center of the screen to assist you in creating a password. Type the password, up to eight characters, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will clear any previously entered password from CMOS memory.

  • Page 45: Save And Exit Setup

    Save & Exit Setup Highlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Save and Exit dialog box appears, press <Y> to save and exit, or press <N> to return to the main menu.

  • Page 46: Exit Without Saving

    Exit Without Saving Highlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Exit Without Saving dialog box appears, press <Y> to discard changes and exit, or press <N> to return to the main menu.

  • Page 47: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the Aspire T600/AcerPower FV desktop computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatches when putting back the components.

  • Page 48: General Information

    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...

  • Page 49: Disassembling The Aspire T600

    Disassembling the Aspire T600 Opening the Housing This section tells you how to open the housing cover when you need to install additional components inside the system unit. CAUTION: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it.

  • Page 50: Removing The Cd-Rom/Fdd/Hdd

    Removing the CD-ROM/FDD/HDD Push on black track, and pull out CD-ROM as shown here. Push on black track, and pull out FDD as shown here. Push on black track, and pull out HDD as shown here.. Removing the System Fan Remove the four screws as red circle shown.

  • Page 51: Removing The Power Supply

    Disconnect system fan cable (as highlight in red) and CPU fan cable (as highlight in yellow). Disconnect the floppy cable. Disconnect the IDE cable. Disconnect the Serial ATA cable. Disconnect the Power/HDD LED Cable and Power Switch Cable. Removing the Power Supply Remove the main power connector as shown here.

  • Page 52: Removing The Modem Card

    Removing the Modem Card Remove the screws as shown here, pull out the modem card. Removing the Memory Pull out the memory1, memory2, memory3 and memory4. Then remove it as shown here. . Removing the Heatsink and CPU Remove the four screws as shown here, then remove heatsink module. Pull the CPU bar up to 90 degrees and remove the CPU then press down the CPU bar to the end.

  • Page 53: Removing The Mainboard

    Removing the MainBoard Remove the eight screws as red circle shown. Then remove the mainboard. Removing the Daughter Board Remove the screw as shown here. Detach the USB cable and audio cable from the daughter board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 54: Disassembling The Acerpower Fv

    Disassembling the AcerPower FV Opening the Housing This section tells you how to open the housing cover when you need to install additional components inside the system unit. CAUTION: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it.

  • Page 55: Removing The Cables

    Removing the Cables Disconnect the CD-ROM power cables, IDE cable. Disconnect the IDE cable and power cables from the rear the FDD. Disconnect the power cable and Serial ATA cable from the HDD. Disconnect system fan cable (as red circle) and CPU fan cable (as yellow circle). Disconnect the floppy cable.

  • Page 56: Removing The Cd-Rom, Fdd And Hdd

    Removing the CD-ROM, FDD and HDD Push on black track, and pull out CD-ROM as shown here. Push on black track, and pull out FDD as shown here. Push on black track, and pull out HDD as shown here. Removing the System Fan Remove the four screws as red circle shown.

  • Page 57: Removing The Tv Card

    Removing the TV Card Pull out the CD-IN from TV card. Remove the screws as shown here. then pull out the TV card. Removing the Modem Card Remove the screws as shown here, pull out the modem card. Removing the Cables Disconnect the USB Cable.

  • Page 58: Removing The Heatsink And Cpu

    Removing the Heatsink and CPU Remove the four screws as shown here, then remove heatsink module. Pull the CPU bar up to 90 degrees and remove the CPU then press down the CPU bar to the end. Removing the Mainboard Remove the eight screws as red circle shown.

  • Page 59: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting information for the Aspire T600/AcerPower FV. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Index of Error Message Index of Error Symptoms Undetermined Problems Chapter 4...

  • Page 60: Power-On Self-Test (Post)

    Power-On Self-Test (POST) Each time you turn on the system, the Power-on Self Test (POST) is initiated. Several items are tested during POST, but is for the most part transparent to the user. The Power-On Self Test (POST) is a BIOS procedure that boots the system, initializes and diagnoses the system components, and controls the operation of the power-on password option.
  • Page 61 Checkpoint Initial Superio_Early _Init switch Reserved 1. Blank out screen 2. Clear CMOS error flag Reserved 1. Clear 8042 interface 2. Initialize 8042 self-test 1. Test special keyboard controller for Winbond 977 series Super I/O chips. 2. Enable keyboard interface. Reserved 1.
  • Page 62 Checkpoint 1. Check validity of RTC value: e.g. a value of 5Ah is an invalid value for RTC minute. 2. Load CMOS settings into BIOS stack. If CMOS checksum fails, use default value instead. 3. Prepare BIOS resource map for PCI & PnP use. If ESCD is valid, take into consideration of the ESCD’s legacy information.
  • Page 63 Checkpoint Test 8254. Reserved Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 1 Reserved Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 2 Reserved Reserved Test 8259 functionality Reserved Reserved Reserved Initialize EISA slot Reserved 1. Calculate total memory by testing the last double word of each 64K. 2.
  • Page 64 Checkpoint 1. Initialize Init_Onboard_Super_IO switch. 2. Initialize Init_Onboard_AUDIO switch. Reserved Reserved Okay to enter Setup utility; i.e. not until this POST stage can users enter the CMOS setup utility. Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Initialize PS/2 Mouse Reserved Prepare memory size information for function call: INT 15h ax=E820h Reserved Turn on L2 cache...
  • Page 65 Checkpoint Reserved 1. Switch back to text mode if full screen logo is supported. -If errors occur, report errors & wait for keys -If no errors occur or F1 key is pressed to continue: Clear EPA or customization logo. Reserved Reserved 1.

  • Page 66: Post Error Messages List

    POST Error Messages List If you cannot run the diagnostics program tests but did receive a POST error message, use “POST Error Messages List” to diagnose system problems. If you did not receive any error message, look for a description of your error symptoms in “Error Symptoms List”...
  • Page 67 BIOS Messages Keyboard Error Or No Keyboard Present Keyboard is locked out - Unlock the key Memory Test: Memory test fail Override enabled - Defaults loaded Press TAB to show POST screen Primary master hard disk fail Primary slave hard disk fail Secondary master hard disk fail Secondary slave hard disk fail Chapter 4...

  • Page 68: Error Symptoms List

    Error Symptoms List NOTE: To diagnose a problem, first find the error symptom in the left column. If directed to a check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check procedure. If no check procedure is indicated, the first Action/ FRU listed in right column is the most likely cause.
  • Page 69 Error Symptom Diskette drive read/write error. Diskette drive LED comes on for more than 2 minutes when reading data. Diskette drive LED fails to light, and the drive is unable to access for more than 2 minutes. Diskette drive test failed. NOTE: Ensure hard disk drive is configured correctly in BIOS Setup, cable/jumper are set correctly before diagnosing any hard disk drive problems.
  • Page 70 Error Symptom CD/DVD-ROM drive does not read and there are no messages are displayed. CD/DVD-ROM drive can play audio CD but no sound output. Real-time clock is inaccurate. Audio software program invokes but no sound comes from speakers. Modem ring cannot wake up system from suspend mode.
  • Page 71 Error Symptom Display problem not listed above (including blank or illegible monitor). Chapter 4 Action/FRU 1. “Monitor" 2. Load default settings (if screen is readable). 3. Main board...
  • Page 72 Error Symptom Execute “Load BIOS Default Settings” in BIOS Setup to confirm ports presence before diagnosing any parallel/serial ports problems. Serial or parallel port loop-back test failed. Printing failed. Printer problems. Some or all keys on keyboard do not work. Pressing power switch does not turn off system.

  • Page 73: Undetermined Problems

    Check all cables and connectors for proper installation. If the jumpers, switches and voltage settings are correct, remove or disconnect the following, one at a time: 10. Non-Acer devices External devices Any adapter card (modem card, LAN card or video card, if installed)

  • Page 74: Jumper And Connector Information

    Jumper and Connector Information Checking Jumper Settings This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the mainboard. Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins. Illustration The illustrations below show a 2-pin jumper.

  • Page 75: Checking Jumper Settings

    Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Jumper Type CLR_CMOS 3-pin BIOS_WP 3-pin BIOS_TBL 3-pin Description Clear CMOS 1-2: CLEAR CMOS 2-3: NORMAL Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to turn off the system BIOS_WP 1-2: FLASH WRITE...

  • Page 76: Connecting Case Components

    Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPUFAN1. Connect the case cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. Connect the case speaker cable to SPK1.
  • Page 77 ATX1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V Ground Ground Ground PWRGD +5VSB +12V +12V +3.3V ATX12V: ATX 12V Power Connector Connecting 20/24-pin power cable Users please note that the 20-pin and 24-pin power cables can both be connected to the ATX1 connector. With the 20-pin power cable, just align the 20-pin power cable with the pin 1 of the ATX1 connector.

  • Page 78: Front Panel Header

    Front Panel Header The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or micro-ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information: Illustration Signal Hard Drive Activity LED Power / Sleep / Message Waiting Reset Switch Power Switch Chapter 5...

  • Page 79: Connecting Optional Components

    Connecting Optional Components Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Audio1: Front Panel Audio Header This connector allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. PORT-FL PORT-FR ACZ-DET PORT-ER SENSE1_RETURN SENSE B PORT-EL...
  • Page 80 F_usb1/f_usb2: Front Panel Usb Headers The motherboard has four USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.
  • Page 81 SATA1~SATA2: Serial ATA Connectors These connectors are use to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest date transfer rates (150 MB/ s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface.

  • Page 82: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or regulations on how best to dispose it, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it.You can access to the website for the latest Parts version...

  • Page 83: Aspire T600 Exploded Diagram

    Aspire T600 Exploded Diagram Chapter 6...

  • Page 84: Acerpower Fv Exploded Diagram

    AcerPower FV Exploded Diagram Chapter 6...

  • Page 85: Appendix A Model Definition And Configuration

    Model Definition and Configuration The Aspire T600/AcerPower FV Model No. Define: Trade Mark: Brand Name: Acer Description: E91M, Intel 915GV+ICH6, P4 775pin / 4DIMM / 2PCI /1PCI-E Product Name: Aspire T600/AcerPower FV Appendix A Appendix A...

  • Page 86: Appendix B Test Compatible Components

    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...

  • Page 87: Microsoft Winxp Home Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows XP Home Environment Test Item Mother Board Intel 915GV+ICH6, P4 775pin / 4DIMM / 2PCI /1PCI-E Rear I/O Shielding MB E91M + Rear I/O Shielding Processor P4 540 (3.2G 1M 800FSB) P4 530 (3.0G 1M 800FSB) Intel P4 520 (2.8G 1M 800FSB) 505-Prescott 2.66GHz Retention Module Foxconn...
  • Page 88 Item SuperMultiPlus HLDS 8X DVD SuperMultiPlus (black) TV Tuner card Leadtek Tuner Card w/FM/ NTSC /ATX Bkt (Philip MK3 Tuner + 883 chip) Tuner Card w/FM/ PAL /ATX Bkt (Philip MK3 Tuner + 881 chip) Digital TV Tuner Card TwinHan Tuner Card VP-3020C DTV-T card with ATX bracket Modem Card Askey...
  • Page 89 Item Specifications Model Description PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, US Ver., 104keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, T.Chinese Ver., 104keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Arabic Ver., 104keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Thai Ver., 104keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Spanish/US Ver., 105keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Int'l US Ver., 104keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Canadian/French Ver., 105keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Brazilian Ver., 107keys PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, UK Ver., 104keys...
  • Page 90 Item Specifications Model Description PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Portugese Ver., 105keys, Japan PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Iceland Ver., 105keys, Japan PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Norwegian Ver., 105keys, Japan ABS PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Hebrew Ver., 105keys, Japan PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Polish Ver., 105keys, Japan PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Slovenian Ver., 105keys, Japan PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Slovakian Ver., 105keys, Japan PS/2 Keyboard, KBP2971, Turkey Ver., 105keys, Japan...
  • Page 91 Item USB Keyboard, KU0355, Greek Ver., 104keys USB Keyboard, KU0355, Denmark Ver., 104keys USB Keyboard, KU0355, Czech Ver., 104keys USB Keyboard, KU-0355, US Ver., 104keys, Japan ABS USB Keyboard, KU-0355, In'l US Ver., 104keys, Japan USB Keyboard, KU-0355, Arabic Ver., 104keys, Japan ABS USB Keyboard, KU-0355, Germany Ver., 105keys, Japan USB Keyboard, KU-0355, Italian Ver., 105keys, Japan ABS USB Keyboard, KU-0355, French Ver., 105keys, Japan...

  • Page 92: Appendix C Online Support Information

    This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d.

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