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TravelMate 505
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
PART NO.: 49.43F02.001
DOC. NO.: C4225-R01
PRINTED IN TAIWAN

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  • Page 1 TravelMate 505 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 PART NO.: 49.43F02.001 DOC. NO.: C4225-R01 PRINTED IN TAIWAN...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 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 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications Features ............1 Keyboard .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Removing the PCMCIA Card ........54 Removing the Touchpad Module .

  • Page 7: System Specifications

    Chapter 1 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance Intel® Celeron™ processor with 128 KB level 2 cache 64-bit/128-bit main memory Large LCD display and PCI video with 128-bit graphics acceleration Internal CD-ROM drive Built-in FDD module High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk...
  • Page 8 Display The large graphics display offers excellent viewing, display quality and desktop performance graphics. The computer supports two different display configurations — High Performance Addressing (HPA) or Thin-Film Transistor (TFT). Video Performance PCI video with 128-bit graphics acceleration and 2 MB video memory boost video performance. Simultaneous Display The computer’s large display and multimedia capabilities are great for giving presentations.

  • Page 9: Keyboard

    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 Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
  • Page 10 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description Windows logo key 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 Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift +...
  • Page 11 To type the Euro symbol: Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard. Open a text editor or word processor. 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.

  • Page 12: Keyboard Ergonomics

    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.
  • Page 13 Touchpad Basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad: Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. Press the left and right buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions.

  • Page 14: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram TM505 BLOCK DIAGRAM TM505 BLOCK DIAGRAM MOBILE CELERON CPU CORE CLOCK REGULATOR GENERATOR C Y2272 HOST Bus 66 MHz SDRAM NM2160 32MB/ 64MB SDRAM Bus 66 MHz CORE PCI BUS 33 MHz LOGIC 82440MX IDE BUS CARDBUS CDROM CARDBUS (BANISTER)

  • Page 15: Board Layout

    Board Layout Top View 10 9 AC Adapter Connector Power Push Switch USB Port Celeron Processor LCD Corner Switch Connector Fan Connector PS/2 Port Onboard DC/DC Charger Serial Port HDD Connector Onboard System Memory Internal Keyboard Connector Parallel Port Touch Pad Connector LED Board Connector Onboard Switch RTC Battery Connector...

  • Page 16: Bottom View

    Bottom View Intel FW 82443 Chipset BIOS Flash ROM DIMM Socket Audio CODEC CardBus Controller Onboard System Memory Super I/O Controller Audio/Battery Connector Modem Board Connector Clock Generator Chapter 1...

  • Page 17: Panels

    Panels Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. NOTE: See chapter 3 on how to connect external devices to the computer. Front Panel The front panel contains ports for external audio connections. Icon Port Connects to...

  • Page 18: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel Icon Port Connects to... DC-in jack AC adapter and power outlet USB port USB devices (e.g., USB mouse) PS/2 port PS/2-compatible devices (e.g., PS/2 keyboard/ mouse/keypad) Serial port Serial devices (e.g., serial mouse) Parallel port Parallel devices (e.g., parallel printer) External monitor port Display monitor (up to 1024x768 resolution, 64K- colors)

  • Page 19: Right Panel

    Right Panel Icon Port Connects to... PC Card slot 16-bit PC Cards and 32-bit CardBus PC Cards (ZV support) Modem jack Phone line (only for models with an internal fax modem) Chapter 1...

  • Page 20: Indicators

    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. Icon Function Description...

  • Page 21: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    1.9 V 1.9 V CPU I/O Voltage 2.5 V 2.5 V 2.5 V BIOS Item Specification BIOS vendor Acer BIOS Version V3.0 BIOS ROM type Flash ROM BIOS ROM size 256KB BIOS package 32-pin TSOP Supports protocol 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, ECP/EPP 1.7...
  • Page 22 System Memory Item Specification Memory controller Intel Banister 82440 MX Onboard memory size 32/64 MB DIMM socket Supported memory size per socket 32/64/128 MB Supported maximum memory size 192 MB (64 MB + 128 MB) Supported DIMM type Synchronous DRAM Supported DIMM speed 66 MHz Supported DIMM voltage...
  • Page 23 Floppy Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & model name Mitsumi D353F3X Floppy Disk Specifications Media recognition 2DD (720KB) 2HD (1.2MB, 3-mode) 2HD (1.44MB) Sectors/track Tracks Data transfer rate 1 MB 1.6 MB 2 MB (Kbit/s) Rotational speed (RPM) Read/write heads Encoding method MFM/FM Power Requirement...
  • Page 24 CD-ROM Interface Item Specification Data Buffer 128 KB Interface ATAPI Applicable disc format CD-DA, CD-ROM (Mode-1, Mode-2), CD-ROM XA MODE-2 (FORM-1, FORM-2), Multi-Session Photo CD, CD-I, Video CD, Enhanced CD & CD PLUS Compatible Loading mechanism Drawer with soft eject and emergency eject hole Power Requirement Input Voltage 5V +/- 5%...
  • Page 25 Video Resolution Modes Resolution Refresh Rate CRT Only LCD/CRT Simultaneous 640x480x256 640x480x64K 640x480x16M 800x600x256 800X600X64K 800X600X16M 1024x768x256 1024x768x64K 1024x768x16M Parallel Port Item Specification Parallel port controller ALI 5135B Number of parallel port Location Rear side Connector type 25-pin D-type connector, in female type Parallel port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Supports ECP...
  • Page 26 USB Port Item Specification UHCl 1.0 Number of USB Port Location Rear Side Serial Port Function Control Enable / Disable by BIOS Stup IrDA Port Item Specification Vendor & Model Name None Input Power Supply Voltage None Transfer Data Rate None Transfer Distance None...
  • Page 27 Cell voltage 1.2V Number of battery cell Package configuration Package voltage 9.6V DC-DC/Charger Converter Item Specification Vendor & Model Name Acer Input voltage AC adapter: 19V-21V Battery: 12V-16.8V DC/DC converter output Output Rating 3.3V 5V SB Current (w/load, A) 0~3.5 0~0.25...
  • Page 28 DC-AC LCD Inverter Item Specification Vendor & Model Name Ambit T62.121.C.00 (12.1”) Input Voltage (V) 7.3 (min.) None 22 (max.) Input Current (mA) None None 1000 (max.) Output Voltage (Vrms, no load) 1100 (min.) None 1400 (max.) Output Voltage Frequency (KHz) 40 (min.) None 65 (max.)
  • Page 29 AC Adapter Item Specification Vendor & Model Name Delta ADP-60XBVD Input Requirements Maximum Input Current 1A @ 90 Vac (A, @90Vac, full load) Nominal Frequency (Hz) 47 - 63 Frequency Variation Range (Hz) 47 - 63 Nominal Voltages (Vrms) 90 - 270 Inrush Current The maximum inrush current will be less than 50A and 100A when the adapter is connected to 115Vac(60Hz) and 230Vac(50Hz) respectively.
  • Page 30 Power Management Power Saving Mode Phenomenon Standby Mode The buzzer beeps Waiting time specified by the System Standby value or the The Standby indicator lights up operating system elapses without any system activity. 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.
  • Page 31 Memory Address Map Memory Address Size Function 00000000-0009FFFF 640 KB Base memory 000A0000-000BFFFF 128 KB Video memory 000C0000-000CBFFF 40 KB Video BIOS 000E0000-000FFFFF 128 KB System BIOS 00100000-top limited Extended (DIMM) memory 04000000-04000FFF 4 KB PCMCIA controller (slot 1) 04001000-04001FFF 4 KB PCMCIA controller (slot 2) 80100000-801000FF...
  • Page 32 IRQ Assignment Map Interrupt Channel Function System errors IRQ0 System timer IRQ1 Keyboard IRQ2 Cascade IRQ3 COM2 IRQ4 COM1 IRQ5 IRQ6 Floppy IRQ7 LPT1 IRQ8 Real time clock IRQ9 PCMCIA (Optional) IRQ10 IRQ11 Audio/Modem/CardBus IRQ12 PS2 pointing device IRQ13 Numeric data processor IRQ14 1st IDE device (hard disk) 2nd EIDE device (CD-ROM drive)

  • Page 33: System Utilities

    Chapter 2 System 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 configured and optimized properly, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it.

  • Page 34: System Information

    System Information The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description CPU Type & Speed Describes the type of CPU installed in the system. Floppy Disk Drive Shows the floppy disk drive type (1.44MB 3.5-inch).
  • Page 35 Product Name It is the default setting as the brand name + model name of Acer product; such as TravelMate 505. "Product Name" will be automatically created by using 505Util.zip. Manufacture Name The default setting is Acer. "Manufacture Name" will be automatically generated by using 505Util.zip.

  • Page 36: Basic System Configuration

    Basic System Configuration The Basic System Configuration screen contains parameters involving basic computer settings like date and time. The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Parameter Description Date Sets the system date. Format: DDD MMM DD YYYY (day-of-the-week month day year) Time Sets the system time.

  • Page 37: Startup Configuration

    Startup Configuration The Startup Configuration screen contains parameters that are related to computer startup. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Boot Display Sets the display on boot-up. When set to Auto, the computer automatically determines the display device.

  • Page 38: Onboard Device Configuration

    Onboard Device Configuration The Onboard Device Configuration screen contains parameter settings for your hardware connection devices. CAUTION: 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. The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

  • Page 39: System Security

    System Security The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Setup Password When set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized entry.
  • Page 40 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. Press Esc to return to the main menu. Press Esc. The following dialog box appears. Select Yes and press Enter to save the password and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

  • Page 41: Load Default Settings

    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. Chapter 1...

  • Page 42: Aflash Utility

    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. NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file.

  • Page 43: System Utility Diskette

    System Utility Diskette This utility diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 505 notebook machine. It provides the following functions: Panel ID Utility Thermal and Fan Utility Mother Board Data Utility To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a “Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu” prompt you to choose the testing item.

  • Page 44: System Diagnostic Diskette

    IMPORTANT: The diagnostics program here that we used is called PQA (Product Quality Assurance) and is provided by Acer Headquarters. You can utilize it as a basic diagnostic tool. To get this program, either download it from http://csd.acer.com.tw or find it in the TravelMate 505 service CD kit.
  • Page 45 The following screen appears when you select Diag from the main menu. PQ A Vx_ x xx-xx-xx R esult D iag Option SysInfo Exit Diag O NE TE S T M ULT I TE S T FU LL TE S T Q UIC K TE S T One Test Performs a single test and manual checks the selected test items in sequence.
  • Page 46 After you specify the number of tests to perform, the screen shows a list of test items (see below): PQ A V x_x xx-xx-xx Result D iag O ption SysInfo E xit Diag Test Item s M AN U AL TES T [ ] System B oard AU TO T EST...

  • Page 47: Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    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 screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Tweezers...

  • 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. Remove the battery pack.

  • Page 49: Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

    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.
  • Page 50 Main Unit 86.1A523.6R0*2 Screw 86.1A522.140*3 Screw Heatsink Cover Switch Touchpad Board RTC Battery Cable HDD Module Cable from M/B Cable from M/B from M/B 86.1A353.135 *10 Screw MACH PAN M2.5*13.5L 86.1A523.6R0 *1 Screw MACH M2.5*6L Upper case 86.1A523.6R0 *2 Screw MACH M2.5 *6L NI FDD &...

  • Page 51: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Press the battery cover release latch down and slide the battery pack out from the main unit. Remove the battery cover from the battery pack carefully. Removing the DIMM To remove the DIMM module, remove the two screws from the DIMM cover. Then, remove the DIMM cover from the lower case.

  • Page 52: Removing The Keyboard

    At CN20, remove the modem board from the mainboard. Disconnect the modem power cable from the modem board. Removing the Keyboard Slide out the right and left hinge cover from the main unit. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to remove the short middle cover. Slide the long middle cover to the left side then remove it from the upper case.

  • Page 53: Removing The Lcd Module

    Removing the LCD Module Remove the two screws holding the LCD FPC cable At CN9, disconnect the LCD FPC cable from the mainboard. At CN7, disconnect the LED cable from the mainboard. Remove the two screws holding the LCD module as shown. Next, remove the LCD module from the main unit.

  • Page 54: Disassembling The Lcd

    Disassembling the LCD Remove the two rubber LCD cushions and the 3 hinge screw caps from the LCD module. Remove the five screws from the LCD module, and snap out the LCD bezel. Then, remove it from the LCD module. Remove the two screws holding the LED board, and remove the LED board from the LCD panel.
  • Page 55 Remove the two screws holding the inverter. Now, lift off the inverter gently. Disconnect the LCD power cable and LCD FPC cable from the inverter board. Remove the four screws holding the LCD, then gently remove the LCD from the LCD panel. 10.

  • Page 56: Disassembling The Main Unit

    Disassembling the Main Unit Removing the Heatsink and CPU EMI Shield Remove the five screws holding the system heatsink. Slide the heatsink to the left side and take it out from the main unit. Remove the CPU EMI shield from the main unit. At CN8, disconnect the RTC battery cable from the mainboard and then lift it away from the upper case.

  • Page 57: Removing Upper Case

    Removing Upper Case To release the upper case, first remove the eleven screws from the main unit. Lift the upper case gently. At CN6, disconnect the cover switch cable from the mainboard, then remove the upper case. Removing the Floppy Disk Drive/CD-ROM Drive Combo Module Disconnect the CD-ROM drive cable and floppy disk drive cable at CN16 and CN 15 respectively.

  • Page 58: Removing The Speakers

    Remove the screw shown here. Remove the CD-ROM drive screw cap from the bottom of the main unit. Remove the screw shown here. Now, remove the floppy disk drive and CD-ROM drive combo module from the main unit. Removing the Speakers Disconnect the left and right speaker cables from the audio I/O and battery connection board at CN1 and CN2 respectively.

  • Page 59: Removing The Audio I/O And Battery Connection Board

    Removing the Audio I/O and Battery Connection Board Remove the two screws holding the audio I/O and battery connection board, then remove it from the mainboard. Removing the Fan Disconnect the fan cable from the mainboard. Remove the two screws holding the fan, then lift the fan from the lower case. Removing the Mainboard Remove the two screws holding the mainboard, then remove the mainboard from the lower case.

  • Page 60: Removing The Pcmcia Card

    Removing the PCMCIA Card Remove the four screws holding the PCMCIA slot. At CN13, disconnect the PCMCIA slot from the mainboard. Removing the Touchpad Module To remove the touchpad module, first release the touchpad cable from the position shown here. Remove the six screws holding the touchpad bracket.

  • Page 61: Disassembling The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module To disassemble the hard disk drive module, first remove the six screws as shown here. Detach the left and right brackets from the hard disk drive. Remove the hard disk drive connection board from the hard disk drive. Chapter 3...

  • Page 62: Disassembling The Floppy Disk Drive And Cd-Rom Combo Module

    Disassembling the Floppy Disk Drive and CD-ROM Combo Module To disassemble the CD-ROM drive from the combo module, first remove the three screws as shown here.. Disconnect the CD-ROM FPC cable, then slide out the CD-ROM drive from the chassis. Remove the CD-ROM FPC cable from the chassis.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 64: System Check Procedures

    System Check Procedures Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, cable 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.

  • Page 65: Memory Check

    The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer: Numeric keypad External keyboard 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 PQA program (please refer to “Running PQA Diagnostics Program”).

  • Page 66: Touchpad Check

    Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: Power off the computer. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 2(+) and 7(ground). See the following figure If the voltage is still less than 8.0 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.

  • Page 67: Index Of Error Message

    Index of Error Message The symptom-to-FRU index lists the symptoms and errors 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.
  • Page 68 Error Messages List Error Messages Action in Sequence Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility.
  • Page 69 No-Beep Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). blank. Power System Check. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM. CPU board DC-DC/charger board System board.

  • Page 70: Index Of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message

    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 LCD contrast cannot be adjusted doesn't work).
  • Page 71 Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery can’t be charged Power System Check 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. PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error...
  • Page 72 Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system doesn't resume from standby mode after Standby Mode opening the LCD. LCD cover switch System board Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. 90%.
  • Page 73 Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. System Diagnostics Diskette Modem phone jack Modem board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems”...

  • Page 74: Intermittent Problems

    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.

  • Page 75: Undetermined Problems

    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 Devices attached to the port replicator Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack...

  • Page 76: Index Of Pqa Diagnostic Error Code, Message

    Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message Error Code Message Action in Sequence 16XXX Backup battery error Backup battery 01XXX CPU or main board error Reload BIOS default setting. System board 02XXX Memory error DIMM System board 03XXX Keyboard error Reset Keyboard Keyboard System board...

  • Page 77: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View CN4 CN1 CN11 CN12 CN10 CN8 CN13 CN14 CN16 CN15 CN17 CN19 CN18 PCB No. 99206 PS/2 Port CN12 Golden Finger for Debug VGA Port CN13 PCMCIA Slot Parallel Port CN14 Fan Connector Serial Port CN15 Diskette Drive Connector...

  • Page 78: Bottom View

    Bottom View CN20 CN21 CN20 Modem Board Connector CN21 Audio / Battery Connector DIMM Socket Chapter 5...

  • Page 79: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines. 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.
  • Page 80 Chapter 6...
  • Page 81 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD Module 12.1” DSTN ASSY LCD 12.1” DSTN 6M.43F01.001 Sharp SHARP TM505 12.1” SVGA DSTN LCD, LCD 12.1” DSTN 56.0743B.001 Sharp LM121SS1T53 BLACK LCD Bezel ASSY LCD BZL 12.1” 60.43F01.001 FALCON LCD Panel DSTN ASSY PNL 12.1” 60.43F07.001 SHARP FALCON 12.1”...
  • Page 82 Picture Partname Description Part No. LED Cable W.A 10/10P 120MM 50.45B11.001 LED AN500 LCD Module 12.1” TFT ASSY LCD 12.1” TFT 6M.43F01.011 Hitachi HITACHI TM505 12.1” SVGA TFT LCD, LCD 12.1” TFT HIT/ 56.0746B.011 Hitachi TX31D27VCICBB LCD Bezel ASSY LCD BZL 12.1” 60.43F01.001 FALCON LCD Panel TFT...
  • Page 83 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD FPC TFT C.A FPC LCD 12.1” 50.45C06.001 TFT HIT 510 LED Cable W.A 10/10P 120MM 50.45B11.001 LED AN500 LCD Module 12.1” TFT IBM/ ASSY LCD 12.1” IBM 6M.43F01.021 TM505 12.1” SVGA TFT LCD, IBM/ LCD 12.1”...
  • Page 84 Picture Partname Description Part No. LED Board EXTENSA 700 LED 55.47A03.001 BOARD LCD FPC TFT Cable C.A FPC 12.1” TFT HIT 50.43F04.001 FALCON LED Cable W.A 10/10P 120MM 50.45B11.001 LED AN500 HDD Module ASSY HDD 4.8GB 6M.43F03.001 4.8GB HDD, IBM HDD IBM/4.8 56.02A07.031 DARA204000...
  • Page 85 Picture Partname Description Part No. HDD Bracket BRK HDD SECC 33.45B02.004 AN500 HDD Bracket BRK HDD(R) SECC 33.45B02.003 AN500 HDD Connection Board FALCON HDD 55.43F02.001 TRANSPORT BD CD-ROM & FDD CD-ROM & FDD Module CD-ROM & FDD 6M.45C01.001 MODULE EXT5 24X CD-ROM CD-ROM TEAH/CD- 56.10061.141...
  • Page 86 Picture Partname Description Part No. CD-ROM Cable C.A FPC CD-ROM 50.45C02.001 AN510 Modem 56K SW Modem, Ambit MODEM 56K AMBIT/ 54.09011.241 T62M145.00 56K SW Modem, Aopen MODEM MDC S/W 54.09025.001 Speaker Speaker SPEAKER PACK 6K.43F02.001 TM505 Touchpad Touchpad Module ASSY TOUCHPAD 6M.43F02.001 FALCON Touchpad Bracket...
  • Page 87 Picture Partname Description Part No. Power AC Adapter, Delta ADT 90-270V ADP- 25.10064.031 60JB V.A 720 NiMH Battery, Panasonic ASSY BTY PACK 99- 60.45B04.011 R0500-001 500 Power cord U.S CORD SPT-2 # 18*2C 27.01618.001 7A125V1830MM Celeron-400 Main Board FALCON MB(SMD) C- 55.43F01.001 HDD Connection Board FALCON HDD BOARD...
  • Page 88 Picture Partname Description Part No. Memory DIMM 32MB, SDRAM, SDIMM 32M 72.00464.00N Mitsubishi MH4S64BBKG-8 PC100(MI DIMM 32MB, SDRAM, SDIMM 32M 72.64420.A0N Siemens HYS64V4200GDL- 8(SIE DIMM 32MB, SDRAM, SO-DIMM 32M 72.43644.00N Mosel V43644Y04VTG-10PC DIMM 64MB, SDRAM, NEC SDIMM 64M 72.25359.B0N 4564163G5-A10B- 9JFB DIMM 64MB, SDRAM, SDIMM 64M...
  • Page 89 Picture Partname Description Part No. Upper case module ASSY UP CASE 60.43F02.001 FALCON Lower case module ASSY LOW CASE 60.43F03.001 FALCON Battery door DOOR BATTERY PC 42.45B04.001 AN500 DIMM cover CVR DIMM AL 050 34.45B03.002 AN500 Modem cover CVR MODEM AL 34.45B04.002 AN500 Middle cover(Long)
  • Page 90 Picture Partname Description Part No. Hinge Cover Pack ASSY HINGE COVER 6M.45B08.001 PACK TM505 CPU EMI Shield BRKT CPU EMI CU 33.45C08.001 AN510 Upper Heat Sink HSINK UP C/PII 300/ 34.45C15.001 333/366 510 Fan Bracket BRKT FAN SECC 33.45C06.001 AN510 Cover Switch Cable/ Wire W.A CVR SW/2P 50.47A10.001...
  • Page 91 Picture Partname Description Part No. Others RTC Battery BTY LI 3V ML2032T6 23.20004.101 65MAH FAN 30*30*10 23.10033.071 AD0305LB-G73 Screw SCREW MACH PAN 86.9A522.4R0 M2X4L Screw SCREW MACH PAN 86.1A523.4R0 M2.5*4L NY Screw SCRW MACH PAN 86.1A523.6R0 M2.5*6L NI Screw SCREW MACH PAN 86.1A353.135 M2.5X13.5L NY Screw...
  • Page 92 Picture Partname Description Part No. Keyboard API Keyboard NSK-84A6C 91.78S07.06C API Keyboard SWISS/FRE/GER (85) 91.78S07.070 API Keyboard US (84) 91.78S07.071 API Keyboard 91.78S07.072 INTERNATIONAL(84) API Keyboard THAI (84) 91.78S07.073 API Keyboard ARABIC/US (84) 91.78S07.074 API Keyboard SOUTH AFRICA(84) 91.78S07.075 API Keyboard CZECH(84) 91.78S07.079 API Keyboard...

  • Page 93: Appendix A Model Definition And Configuration

    Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Model Number Definitions Model Memory Battery Number 505DX 12.1” HPA Mobile -Celeron-400 MHz 32MB 4.8GB NiMH Processor 505T 12.1” TFT Mobile -Celeron-400 MHz 32MB 4.8GB NiMH Processor 506DX 12.1” HPA Mobile -Celeron-433 MHz 32 or 64MB 4.8GB NiMH Processor...
  • Page 94 Appendix A...

  • Page 95: Appendix B Test Compatible Components

    Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows 98 environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

  • Page 96: Microsoft Windows 98 Acpi Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows 98 ACPI Environment Test Items Specifications Processor Intel Celeron 366/433/466 Hard Disk Drive IBM 9.5mm 6.0 GB IBM 9.5mm 9.0 GB Floppy Disk Drive Mitsumi D353F3 CD-ROM Drive TEAC CD-224E-A26 24X Memory 32 MB 64 MB Power Panasonic Ni-MH battery 8cell Delta 60W Hitachi 12.1”...
  • Page 97 Items Specifications Modem Adapter Modem (up to 28.8K) Xircom PCMCIA Fax/Modem 28.8m Modem (up to 33.6K) Dlink Winconnect 33.6 Fax modem IBM PCMCIA Data/Fax Modem International 33.6/14.4 Modem (up to 56K) Megahertz Datalink 56k fax/modem ActionTec Datalink 56Kbps Fax/Modem TDK K56K Modem V.90/K56flex USR Megahertz 56K modem IBM 56K Double Jack Modem ISDN...
  • Page 98 Appendix B...

  • Page 99: Appendix C Online Support Information

    This appendix 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, Regional Offices and Regional Groups may access our website. However, some information sources will require a user I.D.
  • Page 100 Appendix C...

  • Page 101: Index

    Index setting in BIOS Utility 30 DC-AC LCD Inverter 22 AC Adapter 23 DC-DC/Charger Converter 21 AFlash Utility 36 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 43 ASP 93 Display 2 Asset Tag Number 28 display Audio Interface 18 hot keys 5 setting boot device in BIOS Utility 31 DMA Channel Assignment 26 Basic System Configuration 30 Battery 21...
  • Page 102 I/O Adapter 90 CPU EMI Shield 50 Fan 53 I/O Address Map 25 Floppy Disk Drive 51 Index of Error Message 61 Hard Disk Drive 50 No-Beep Symptoms 63 Heatsink 50 Mainboard 53 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 64 PCMCIA Card 54 Indicator 64 Speakers 52 Keyboard 66...
  • Page 103 Power Management 2, 24 Power System Check 59 Thermal and Fan Utility 37 Battery Pack 60 time Power Adapter 59 setting in BIOS Utility 30 Processor 15, 90 touchpad hot key 5 Touchpad Check 60 Scroll Lock 3 TPM 93 Second-Level Cache 15 Troubleshooting 57 Serial Number 28...
  • Page 104 Index...

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