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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: WARNING: Indicates a potential for personal injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potential loss of data or damage to equipment. IMPORTANT: Indicates information that is important to know for the proper completion of a procedure, choice of an option, or completing a task.
Acer-authorized Service Providers: Your Acer office may have a different part number code than those given in the FRU list in this service guide. The list provided by your regional Acer office must be used to order FRU parts...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Features The following is a summary of the computer’s many features: Operating System ® Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit ® Genuine Windows 7 Home Basic 64-bit CPU and Chipset AMD E350 Fusion™ APU, dual-core (18 W) ...
I/O Ports Side: Two USB 2.0 ports Multi-in-1 card reader Headphone and microphone line-out jack Back: Four USB 2.0 ports One audio jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port TV-tuner (optional) Adapter 90 W adapter with power cord Dimension and Weight Dimensions ...
Computer Tour Front View Figure 1-1. Front View Table 1-1. Front View Icon Item Description Integrated Webcam Web camera for video communication. Display Screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (configuration may vary by model). Power Button/Indicator Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the computer's power status.
Left View Figure 1-2. Left View Table 1-2. Left View Icon Item Description Multi-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). NOTE: Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any time. USB 2.0 Ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera, USB keyboard).
Right View Figure 1-3. Right View Table 1-3. Right View Icon Item Description Brightness Increase Increases brightness of screen when pressed Button Brightness Decrease Decreases brightness of screen when pressed Button Volume Increase Increases volume when pressed Button Volume Decrease Decreases volume when pressed Button LED Button...
Rear View Figure 1-4. Base View Table 1-4. Base View Icon Item Description IR Blaster Port Connects to a set-top box TV Tuner Connector Connects to a TV cable Audio Jack Connects to external audio source Ethernet (RJ-45) Port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network USB 2.0 Ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse,...
Using the Keyboard Figure 1-5. Keyboard Lock Keys The keyboard has three lock keys which can be toggled on and off. (Table 1-5) Table 1-5. Keyboard Lock Keys Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Table 1-7. Windows Keys Description Windows Logo Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions.
Hotkeys Hotkeys or key combinations can be used to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Figure 1-6. Keyboard Hotkeys To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
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Table 1-8. Keyboard Hotkeys (Continued) Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + 9 Previous Plays the previous media file in the play sequence Fn + 10 Stop Stops media file Fn + 11 Play/Pause Plays or pauses media files Fn + 12 Next Plays the next media file in the play sequence...
Specification Tables Computer specifications Item Metric Imperial Dimensions Width 485 mm 19.09 inch Depth 382 mm 15.04 inch Height 70.1 mm 2.76 inch Weight: Non-Touch Screen 5.62 kg 12.39 lbs Touch Screen 6.5 kg 14.33 lbs Input power Operating voltage 19V (90W) Operating current...
CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj=90) CPU Tj VGA Tj FAN on (°C) FAN off (°C) FAN on (°C) FAN off (°C) dBA FAN speed (RPM) Default Default 1600 25.4 2200 26.8 2400 2800 31.7 3200 32.3 3400 CPU throttling point Critical shutdown by EC System Memory Item...
Item Specification Keyboard (Continued) Features USB Wired keyboard: Key function: Standard keys with Fn combination Wireless keyboard: 2.4G wireless keyboard USB nano-dongle receiver Key function: Standard keys with Fn combination Hard Disk Drive (AVL components) Item Specification Vendor &...
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Item Specification Hard Disk Drive (AVL components) (Continued) Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed 7200 (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size 16MB 16MB 32MB 16MB Interface SATA III Fast data transfer rate (Gbits / sec, max) Media data transfer 1695 rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements...
Item Specification Hard Disk Drive (AVL components) (Continued) Media data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V ± 5% Super-Multi Drive Item Specification Vendor & Model name HLDS Super-Multi Drive GT32N/GT34N PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE DS-8A5SH Performance Specification with CD Diskette with DVD Diskette Transfer rate (KB/sec)
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Item Specification Super-Multi Drive(Continued) Loading mechanism Load: Manual Release: (a) Electrical (Release Button), (b) ATAPI command, (c) Emergency Power Requirement Input Voltage 5 V ± 5% (Operating) BD Drive (N/A) Items Specifications Vendor & Model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface...
Audio Codec and Amplifier Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek ALC272X-GR Features Two stereo DAC support 16/20/24-bit PCM for two independent playback (multiple streaming) Two stereo ADC supports 16/20/24-bit PCM format for two independent recording All DACs support independent 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample ...
USB Port Item Specification USB compliance level EHCI The PCH contains seven USB full/low-speed host controllers that support the standard Universal Host Controller Interface (UHCI), Revision 1.1. Each UHCI Host Controller (UHC) includes a root hub with two separate USB ports each, for a total of fourteen USB ports.
System Power Management Item Specification Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state Suspend to RAM (S3) CPU set power down...
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System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility This utility is a hardware configuration program built into a computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). The utility is pre-configured and optimized so most users do not need to run it. If configuration problems occur, the setup utility may need to be run. Refer to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting when a problem arises.
F8: Save as User-defined System Serial Number F9: Optimized Defaults Asset Tag Number (When Access Level is Administrator) System Date [Sun XX/XX/2011] F10: Save & Exit System Time [XX:XX:XX] Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2002-2010, Acer Inc. Figure 2-1. BIOS Main System Utilities...
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Table 2-1 describes the parameters shown in Figure 2-1. Table 2-1. BIOS Main Parameter Description Version BIOS version Build Date Creation date of BIOS EC Firmware System EC version Processor CPU (central processing unit) type Core Frequency Speed of system Count Amount of cores Memory Size...
F8: Save as User-defined F9: Optimized Defaults (When Access Level is Administrator) F10: Save & Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2002-2010, Acer Inc. Figure 2-3. BIOS Power Table 2-3 describes the parameters shown in Figure 2-3. Table 2-3. Parameter Description...
Password on Boot must be set to Enabled to activate password feature. Passwords are not case sensitive. A password must be alphanumeric (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), not longer than 12 characters. Setting a Password Perform the following to set a new user or supervisor password: 1.
4. If new password and confirm new password strings match, the Setup Notice dialog screen is shown (Figure 2-6). If it is not, go to step 5. Setup Notice Changes have been saved. [Continue] Continue Figure 2-6. Setting a Password Confirmation Notice a.
2. Type current password in Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3. Press Enter twice typing anything in Enter New Password and Confirm New without Password fields. Computer will set Supervisor Password parameter to Clear. 4. Press F10 to save changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Changing a Password 1.
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a. Press Enter to return to the BIOS Setup Utility Security menu. b. The Supervisor Password parameter is shown as Clear. c. To try to change the password again, repeat steps 1 through 4. 7. If new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the Setup Warning dialog is shown (Figure 2-12).
[Press Enter] F8: Save as User-defined F9: Optimized Defaults Quite Boot [Enabled] (When Access Level is Administrator) F10: Save & Exit Halt On [All, but Keyboard] Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2002-2010, Acer Inc. Figure 2-13. BIOS Boot Options 2-13 System Utilities...
F8: Save as User-defined F9: Optimized Defaults (When Access Level is Administrator) F10: Save & Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2002-2010, Acer Inc. Figure 2-14. BIOS Exit Table 2-5 describes the parameters in Figure 2-14. Table 2-5. BIOS Exit Parameter Description Save &...
BIOS Flash Utilities BIOS Flash memory updates are required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs New features or options Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS Flash ROM. NOTE: NOTE: If a Crisis Recovery Disc is not available, create one before BIOS Flash utility is used.
F10: Save & Exit Halt On [All, but Keyboard] Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2002-2010, Acer Inc. Figure 2-15. Change BIOS Boot priority Order 4. Copy the BIOS file to USB HDD. 5. Insert the USB HDD and reboot computer to DOS mode.
Wflash4M Utility Perform the following to use the Wflash4M Utility: 1. Click on the Windows Start icon. 2. Click on All Programs in the Start Menu. (Figure 2-16) Figure 2-16. Windows Start Menu 3. Select Accessories > Command Prompt. (Figure 2-17) Figure 2-17.
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5. When Command Prompt opens, enter the name of the BIOS file. (Figure 2-18) Figure 2-18. Command Prompt 6. Type Win to access the file. (Figure 2-19) Figure 2-19. Command Prompt 7. Type 64 to access the file. 2-18 System Utilities...
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8. Execute Wflash4M to flash BIOS and ME FW. (Figure 2-20 and Figure 2-21) Figure 2-20. Flashing BIOS Figure 2-21. Flashing ME FW 9. Restart system after flash has completed. 2-19 System Utilities...
Clearing BIOS Passwords If a BIOS password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) is set, the BIOS will prompt for the password at system POST or upon entering the BIOS setup menu. There are two methods for clearing the BIOS password. A hardware method and a software method. Hardware Method 1.
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Software Method If wrong supervisor password is entered three times, the System will halt! dialog is shown. (Figure 2-23) Figure 2-23. Supervisor Password Error 1. At a DOS prompt, enter ClearSuPw.exe. (Figure 2-24) Figure 2-24. Clear Supervisor Password Utility 2. When message Clear the SU Pws completely is shown, supervisor password has been removed.
Using DMI Tools The DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool is for multi-BIOS functionality. This tool is for switching the BIOS branding on multi-brand series. To update the DMI Pool, perform the following: 1. Insert bootable USB HDD into USB port. 2.
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During the flashing procedure, do press any key. (Figure 2-27) Figure 2-27. DMI Flash Procedure When the DMI flash procedure is completed, the following screen will appear, as shown in Figure 2-28. Figure 2-28. DMI Flash Completed 11. Restart system after flash has completed. 12.
Using the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility When the MAC Address is removed, the LAN MAC EEPROM Utility is required to rewrite the MAC address to the mainboard. 1. Insert a bootable USB HDD. 2. Copy the MACID file to the bootable USB HDD root directory. 3.
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8. The Mother Board Information Input screen will appear. (Figure 2-31) Mother Board Information Input Copyright Quanta Computer Corporation 2006 Please Input MACID ----->[ _ _____________] Figure 2-31. Mother Board Information Input Screen 9. Enter the MAC ID number and the MAC ID process begins. NOTE: NOTE: There should be 128 bytes for remaining space.
Machine Maintenance Procedures Introduction This chapter contains general information about the computer, a list of tools needed to perform the required maintenance and step by step procedures on how to remove and install components from the computer. General Information The product previews seen in the following procedures may not represent the final product color or configuration.
Screw Table Table 3-1 contains a complete list of the required screws and fasteners required when performing any maintenance on the computer. Table 3-1. Main Screw List Screw Quantity M4.0x7.0 M2.0x3.0 M3.0x5.0 M3.5x8.9 Ni M2.5x4.0 Ni M2.0x4.0 M3.0x6.0 M2.0x6.0 M3.0x5.0 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Maintenance Flowchart The flowchart in Figure 3-1 provides a graphic representation of the module removal and installation sequences. It provides information on what components need to be removed and installed during servicing. Back Cover Mainboard Function Converter Shield Board Board Bracket Middle Frame...
Getting Started The flowchart in Figure 3-1 identifies sections illustrating the entire removal and install sequence. Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. Perform the following prior to performing any maintenance procedures: 1.
Rear Stand Removal 1. Remove stand covers (A) from back cover. (Figure 3-4) Figure 3-4. Stand Covers 2. Remove screws (B) from back cover. (Figure 3-5) Figure 3-5. Stand Screws 3. Remove rear stand (C) from guidepins (D) on back cover. 3-10 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Rear Stand Installation 1. Align and install rear stand (C) with guidepins (D) on back cover. (Figure 3-4) 2. Install and secure screws (B) to back cover. (Figure 3-5) 3. Install stand covers (A) to back cover. Size Quantity Screw Type M4.0x7.0 3-11 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Back cover Removal 1. Remove screw (A) from front bezel. (Figure 3-6) Figure 3-6. Back cover Overview 2. Separate back cover from top right corner (B). (Figure 3-7) Figure 3-7. Separating Back Cover 3. Move along edge of back cover in a counterclockwise direction until cover is separated from front bezel.
CAUTION: Use caution when lifting or removing back cover to prevent damage to TV tuner connector. 4. Lift back cover (C) until slots (D) are clear of mainboard connectors, as shown in Figure 3-8. Figure 3-8. Back Cover 5. Remove back cover. Back Cover Installation 1.
Function board Removal Prerequisite: Back cover Removal NOTE: NOTE: Function board must be shipped with LCD panel for RMA. 1. Locate function board (A) on middle frame. (Figure 3-9) Figure 3-9. Function board 2. Disconnect the following cables: Right function board cable (C) from function board connector (B) ...
Function board Installation 1. Install function board (A) to middle frame. (Figure 3-9) 2. Install and secure screws (F) to middle frame. 3. Connect the following cables: Right function board cable (C) to function board connector (B) Left function board cable (D) to function board connector (E) ...
Power Board Removal Prerequisite: Back cover Removal 1. Locate power board (A) on front bezel. (Figure 3-12) Figure 3-12. Power Board 2. Disconnect power board cable (B) from power board connector (C). 3. Remove screws (D) from front bezel. 4. Remove power board from guidepins (E) on front bezel. Power Board Installation 1.
Infrared Board Installation 1. Align and install infrared board (A) with guidepins (C) on front bezel. (Figure 3-13) 2. Install and secure screw (D) to front bezel. 3. Connect infrared board cable (E) to board connector (D). 4. Install back cover. Size Quantity Screw Type...
Camera Module Removal Prerequisite: Back cover Removal 1. Disconnect right function board cable (A) from function board connector (B). (Figure 3-25) Figure 3-25. Function board Cable 2. Remove right function board cable from guides (C) on middle frame. 3. Remove screws (D) from camera bracket. (Figure 3-26) Figure 3-26.
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5. Position camera module at vertical angle to clear latches (F). (Figure 3-27) Figure 3-27. Removing Camera Module 6. Remove camera module from front bezel. 7. Turn camera module over. (Figure 3-28) Figure 3-28. Camera Module Cable 8. Disconnect camera module cable (G) from module connector (H). 3-30 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Camera Module Installation 1. Connect camera module cable (G) to module connector (H). (Figure 3-28) 2. Turn camera module over. 3. Position camera module at vertical angle. (Figure 3-27) 4. Install camera module (E) into front bezel until clear of latches (F). 5.
Fan Module Removal Prerequisite: Mainboard Shielding Removal 1. Locate fan module (A). (Figure 3-35) Figure 3-35. FAN Module 2. Disconnect fan cable (C) from mainboard connector (B). 3. Remove screws (D) from middle frame. 4. Remove fan module from middle frame. Fan Module Installation 1.
Thermal Module Installation IMPORTANT: Apply approved thermal grease and make sure all heat pads are in place before replacing module. The following thermal grease types are approved for use: 1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent.
CPU Removal Prerequisite: Thermal Module Removal 1. Locate CPU module (A) on mainboard. (Figure 3-39) Figure 3-39. CPU in Socket 2. Release lever (B) from latch (C). 3. Move lever until CPU holder (D) clears guide (E) and lifts. (Figure 3-40) Figure 3-40.
CPU Installation 1. Align CPU marker (F) with socket marker (G) and install CPU to socket. (Figure 3-40) 2. Install CPU holder (D) until covering CPU. 3. Move lever (B) until CPU holder is inserted to guide (E). 4. Install and secure lever to latch (C). (Figure 3-39) 5.
Mainboard Installation NOTE: NOTE: Make sure all cables are clear when installing mainboard. 1. Align and install mainboard to guidepins (Q) on middle frame. (Figure 3-41) 2. Install and secure screws (P) to middle frame. 3. Connect the following cables: (Figure 3-42) ...
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Figure 3-44. Mainboard Recycling IMPORTANT: Follow local regulations for circuit board disposal. 3-47 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Middle Frame Removal Prerequisite: Mainboard Removal HDD Module Removal ODD Module Removal Fan Module Removal ODD Connector Removal Function board Removal Converter Board Removal Change Board Removal 1. Remove the following cables from guides on middle frame: (Figure 3-45) WLAN main (B) and auxiliary (A) cables ...
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2. Remove ten (10) screws (N) from front bezel. (Figure 3-46) Figure 3-46. Screws on Middle Frame 3. Remove middle frame from guidepins on front bezel. 3-49 Machine Maintenance Procedures...
Middle Frame Installation 1. Align and install middle frame with guidepins on lower cover. (Figure 3-46) 2. Install and secure eleven (10) screws (N) to front bezel. 3. Install the following cables to guides on lower cover: (Figure 3-45) WLAN main (B) and auxiliary (A) cables ...
LCD Panel Removal Prerequisite: Middle Frame Removal 1. Remove screws (A) from LCD panel. (Figure 3-47) Figure 3-47. LCD Panel 2. Lift left side (B) of LCD panel to clear guides (C) on middle frame. (Figure 3-48) Figure 3-48. LCD Panel 3.
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CAUTION: Touch panel sensors must be elevated from any work surface as sensors can be damaged. (Figure 3-49) Figure 3-49. Touch Panel Sensors 4. Turn LCD panel over. (Figure 3-50) Figure 3-50. Rear of LCD Panel 5. Disconnect change board FFC (D) from panel connector (E). 6.
Speaker Module Removal Prerequisite: Middle Frame Removal 1. Locate left (A) and right (B) speakers on front bezel. (Figure 3-51) Figure 3-51. Speaker Modules 2. Remove speaker cables (D) and (E) from guides on front bezel. 3. Remove screws (C) from front bezel. 4.
LED Board Removal Prerequisite: Middle Frame Removal 1. Locate left LED board (A). (Figure 3-52) Figure 3-52. LED Boards 2. Move and hold latch (B) on LED board frame. 3. Remove left LED board module from guides. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove right LED board module (C). LED Board Installation 1.
NOTE: NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended for Acer products only. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain as much detailed information as possible about the problem.
Common Problems NOTE: 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. Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
LCD Failure If the LCD Display fails, perform the following: LCD Failure Is the LVDS cable Re-insert the cable Close properly connected? Fail Test the LVDS Cable Replace the cable Close Fail Is the inverter properly Re-insert the cable Close connected? Fail Test the inverter cables...
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2. Make sure the computer has power by checking for one of the following: Fans start up Status LEDs illuminate If no power, Refer to Power On Issues. 3. Drain stored power by removing the power cable and battery. Hold the power button for 10 seconds.
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There are no device conflicts No hardware is listed under Other Devices 7. If the Issue is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on-screen prompts.
Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails, perform the following: START Wirelss function failure Check WLAN Reconnect Close cable connection cable correctly Check WLAN Replace Close module WLAN module Replace Close Mainboard Figure 4-3. Wireless Function Failure Troubleshooting...
Component Failure If a component fails, follow the flowchart below: Component Failure Camera Touch Screen Wireless LAN Speaker Failure ODD Failure Failure Failure Failure Test Cable component on Change cables connected Component pass test bed properly? Component fail Replace module Replace according to Close...
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NOTE: NOTE: If Speakers does not show, right-click on the Playback tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default). 7. Select Speakers and click Configure to start Speaker Setup. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure the speakers. 8. Remove any recently installed hardware or software. 9.
Other Functions Failure Computer Shuts Down Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals, perform the following. 1. Makes sure the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. Remove all extension cables between the computer and the outlet. 3.
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4. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 5. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 6. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a command prompt. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 7.
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2. Check that the media is clean and scratch free. 3. Try an alternate disc in the drive. 4. Confirm that AutoPlay is enabled: Navigate to Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound AutoPlay. Select Use AutoPlay for all media and devices. ...
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Playback is Choppy If playback is choppy or jumps, perform the following: 1. Check that system resources are not running low: Close some applications. Reboot and try the operation again. 2. Check that the ODD controller transfer mode is set to DMA. ...
Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. Try a different cable. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced. 4. Replace the ODD. Refer to Maintenance Flowchart.
1. Remove power from the computer. 2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices ...
BIOS Post Codes The following are the InsydeH2O™ Functionality POST code tables. The components of the POST code table includes: SEC phase, PEI phase, DXE phase, BDS phase, CSM functions, S3 functions and ACPI functions. Table 4-2. POST Code Range Phase POST Code Range 0x01 - 0x0F...
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Table 4-4. PEI Phase POST Code Table (Continued) Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Description Code PEI_CPU_AP_INIT Multi-processor Early Initial PEI_CPU_HT_RESET HyperTransport Initialization PEI_PCIE_MMIO_INIT PCIE MMIO BAR Initialization PEI_NB_REG_INIT North Bridge Early Initialization PEI_SB_REG_INIT South Bridge Early Initialization PEI_PCIE_TRAINING PCIE Training PEI_TPM_INIT TPM Initialization PEI_SMBUS_INIT...
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Table 4-5. DXE Phase POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Description Code DXE_NB_INIT North bridge Middle initialization DXE_SB_INIT South Bridge Middle initialization DXE_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE Identify Flash device DXE_FTW_INIT Fault Tolerant Write verification DXE_VARIABLE_INIT Variable Service initialization DXE_VARIABLE_INIT_FAIL Fail to initial Variable Service DXE_MTC_INIT MTC Initial DXE_CPU_INIT...
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Table 4-6. BDS Phase POST Code Table (Continued) Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Description Code BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN Keyboard Controller, keyboard and mouse initialization BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT Video device initialization BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR Error report device initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_HC USB host controller initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_BUS USB BUS driver initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_DEVICE USB device driver initialization...
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Table 4-6. BDS Phase POST Code Table (Continued) Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Description Code BDS_GO_UEFI_BOOT Start to boot UEFI OS BDS_LEGACY16_PREPARE_TO_BOOT Prepare to Boot to Legacy OS BDS_LEGACY_BOOT_EVENT Last Chipset initial before boot to Legacy OS. BDS_ENTER_LEGACY_16_BOOT Ready to Boot Legacy OS. BDS_RECOVERY_START_FLASH Fast Recovery Start Flash.
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Table 4-9. ACPI Functions POST Code Table (Continued) Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Description Code ASL_WAKEUP_S3 System wakeup from S3 ASL_WAKEUP_S4 System wakeup from S4 Table 4-10. SMM Functions POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Description Code SMM_IDENTIFY_FLASH_DEVICE 0xA0 Identify Flash device in SMM SMM_SMM_PLATFORM_INIT...
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CHAPTER Jumper and Connector Locations...
Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Figure 5-1. Mainboard Top Table 5-1. Mainboard Top Item Description Item Description Camera Connector Touch Panel Connector TV Mini PCIE Light Bar (Right) Speaker Connector IR Connector Light Bar (Left) Power Button Connector HDD Power Connector SATA HDD Connector Jumper and Connector Locations...
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Table 5-1. Mainboard Top (Continued) Item Description Item Description Converter Connector WLAN Mini PCIE SW BTN Connector Fan Connector SATA ODD Connector LVDS Connector Jumper and Connector Locations...
Clearing Password and BIOS Recovery This section provides users with the SOP (standard operating procedure) for clearing the BIOS password and recovering the BIOS for the ZX4250/ZX4251. Clearing Password NOTE: NOTE: The following procedure is only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password).
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware if a previous BIOS flashing process has failed.
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3. Change name of desired BIOS ROM file to AMIBOOT.rom. 4. Copy AMIBOOT.rom file to USB HDD. 5. Press Power button. 6. After several minutes, BIOS Setup Utility screen will appear as shown in Figure 5-4. Figure 5-4. BIOS Recovery Screen 7.
Exploded Diagrams ........6-4 Main Assembly ........6-4 FRU List .
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Guide. For Acer Authorized Service Providers, the Acer office may have a different part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. Users MUST use the local FRU list provided by the regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
FRU List Table 6-2. FRU List Category Description POWER ADAPTER Adapter DELTA 90W 19V 2.5x5.5x11 Blue ADP-90CD AP.09001.030 DBN, LV5+OBL (for DT) LED LF Adapter HIPRO 90W 19V 2.5x5.5x11 Blue AP.0900A.006 HP-A0904A3, LV+OBL, for DT LED LF MAINBOARD MB Kit ZX4250 AMD Realtek RTL8111E Proprietary MB.GCA06.001 LF gFrehley QBrazosMK MB Kit oTM3220 AMD Realtek RTL8111E Proprietary...
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Table 6-2. FRU List (Continued) Category Description WEBCAM CAMERA MODULE 2.0M 57.GCA07.001 TV Tuner AverMedia A336-D Mini-Card WW Analog + DVB-T TU.10500.052 Digital AverMedia A336-A Mini-Card WW Analog + ATSC TU.10500.051 Digital Remote Controller Philips Remote Controller RC2604302/01B MSFT RT.11300.022 code US;pair with OVU430008 Philips Remote Controller RC2604301/01B MSFT RT.11300.023...
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Table 6-2. FRU List (Continued) Category Description FUNCTION CABLE 50.GCA07.005 CABLE - MB TO CONTROL BOARD 50.GCA07.006 CABLE - CONTROL BORAD TO SENSOR/R FOR 50.GCA07.007 TQ2/TQR CABLE - CONTROL BORAD TO SENSOR/L FOR 50.GCA07.008 TQ2/TQR LED CABLE - L 50.GCA07.009 LED CABLE - R 50.GCA07.010 IR CABLE...
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Table 6-2. FRU List (Continued) Category Description CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY FRONTBEZEL ASSY GW W/SPEAKER 60.GCA07.001 BACK COVER ASSY GW W/HINGE, HINGE CAP 60.GCA07.002 FOR W/TV&IR BACK COVER ASSY GW W/HINGE, HINGE CAP 60.GCA07.003 FOR W/O TV W/IR BACK COVER ASSY GW W/HINGE, HINGE CAP 60.GCA07.004 FOR W/ TV W/O IR B CAS COVER...
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Table 6-2. FRU List (Continued) Category Description FAN MODULE THERMAL MODULE - UMA 60.GCA07.005 THERMAL MODULE - DIS 60.GCB07.001 FAN - DIS 23.GCA07.002 KB+M(Wireless) Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9061 RF2.4 104KS Black US KB.RF40B.083 W/MOUSE MS.11200.084 Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9061 RF2.4 104KS Black KB.RF40B.084 Traditional Chinese W/MOUSE MS.11200.084 Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9061 RF2.4 104KS Black...
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Table 6-2. FRU List (Continued) Category Description KEYBOARD(USB) Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9020 USB 104KS Black US KB.USB0B.283 Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9020 USB 105KS Black UK KB.USB0B.284 Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9020 USB 105KS Black KB.USB0B.285 Spanish Latin Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9020 USB 105KS Black KB.USB0B.286 English/Canadian French Keyboard LITE-ON SK-9020 USB 104KS Black KB.USB0B.287...
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Table 6-2. FRU List (Continued) Category Description HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE HDD SEAGATE 3.5" 7200rpm 320GB KH.32001.022 ST3320413AS(Pharaoh 6G) SATA III 16MB LF F/W:JC45 HDD SEAGATE 3.5" 7200rpm 500GB KH.50001.022 ST3500413AS(Pharaoh 6G) SATA III 16MB LF F/W:JC45 HDD SEAGATE 3.5" 7200rpm 1000GB KH.01K01.016 ST31000524AS(Pharaoh 6G) SATA III 32MB LF F/W:JC45...
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