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TravelMate 200
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.: 49.50F02.001
DOC. NO.: SG351
PRINTED IN TAIWAN

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  • Page 1 TravelMate 200 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.: 49.50F02.001 DOC. NO.: SG351 PRINTED IN TAIWAN...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 200 service guide. Date Chapter Updates 10/25/2000 Appendix B Revise Test Compatible Components...
  • Page 3 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 4 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 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

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications Features ............1 System Block Diagram .
  • Page 7 Table of Contents...

  • Page 8: 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 Mobile III Celeron CPU families 550/600+ MHz processor. 64-bit memory bus Power saving features via SMI/ACPI control. 0 MB on board expandable to 512MB Support 128KB pipeline burst L2 cache inside CPU.
  • Page 9 Human-centric Design and Ergonomics All-in-one design (CD-ROM, floppy disk drive, hard disk drive) Sleek, smooth and stylish design Full sized keyboard Ergonomically centred touchpad pointing device Expansion CardBus type III slot or two CardBus type II slots with ZV (zoomed video)port supported. Upgrageable memory and hard disk Display LCD display with CCFT backlight, which can be turned off by software.
  • Page 10 To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the display cover latch clicks into place. WARNING: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when you close it. Also, do not place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed.

  • Page 11: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram CLK GEN. CY2285-2 Mobile PIII SDRAM CLK Celeron Geyserville BUFFER Reserve ICS-9112-17 HOST BUS MEM BUS AGP BUS DIMM*2 ATI Mobility-M PCI BUS Primary EIDE POWER SW MIC2563 USB*2 CARDBUS CARDBUS Secondary OZ6933 OZ6933 EIDE CDROM LINE AC Link INT.

  • Page 12: Board Layout

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  • Page 13 Bottom View 1 North Bridge (ALi M1621) 6 Modem Connector 2 Power Push Switch 7 Battery Connector 3 Audio Connector 8 South Bridge (ALi M1535) 4 DIMM 1 Socket 9 Modem Card Cable Connector 5 DIMM 2 Socket...

  • Page 14: Panel

    Panel Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. Front Panel Item Description Display screen Also called LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), displays computer output. Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.

  • Page 15: Left Panel

    Left Panel Icon Item/ Port Connects to... Security keylock Kensington-compatible key-based computer security lock. PCMCIA (PC card) Port Two Type I/II or one Type III 16-bit PC card or 32- bit CardBus PC Card. Eject button Eject PC cards from the card slots. Power switch Turns on the computer power.

  • Page 16: Right Panel

    Right Panel Icon Item/ Port Connects to... Video capture kit slot Accepts the video capture kit option on the right side of the computer. Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. AcerMedia drive Houses removable media drive modules. LED indicator Lights up when the AcerMedia drive is active.

  • Page 17: Bottom Panel

    Icon Port Connects to... Parallel port Parallel devices (e.g., parallel printer) USB port (two) Connects to any Universal Serial Bus devices(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector) and displays up to 64K colors at 1280x1024 Modem jack Connects to the phone line...

  • Page 18: Indicators

    Indicators The computer has six easy-to-read status icons on the right of the display screen. The Power and Standby status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed. Icon Function Description...

  • Page 19: 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 20 Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Number keys on embedded Type numbers in a normal manner. keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while using cursor-control keypad keys. Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters on embedded Type the letters in a normal manner.

  • Page 21: Hot Keys

    Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination. Hot Key Icon Function...
  • Page 22 1, key 2, key 3 and key 4. By default, key 1 is used to launch the internet browser and key 2 is used to launch the e-mail application. Keys 3 and 4 starts the Launch Manager application. All four keys can be set by the user. To set the launch keys, run the Acer Launch Manager.

  • Page 23: Touchpad

    Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means that the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. NOTE: When using an external USB or serial mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad.
  • Page 24 Function Left Button Right Button Center Button Execute Click twice quickly Tap twice (at the same speed as double- clicking a mouse button) Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold, then Tap twice (at the same use finger to drag the speed as double- cursor on the clicking a mouse...

  • Page 25: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations System Board Major Chips Item Controller System core logic ALI M1621 with DRAM/Cache controller Super I/O controller ALI M1535 Audio controller Cirrus Logic CS4299 Audio Codec 97 Video controller ATI Rage Mobility-M with 4MB SDRAM Hard disk drive controller Embedded in M1535 Keyboard controller M38867...
  • Page 26 System Memory Item Specification Supports DIMM Speed 100 MHz Supports DIMM voltage 3.3 V Supports DIMM package 144-pin so-DIMM Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications . Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory...
  • Page 27 Floppy Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Vendor & model name MCI JU-226A252FC(H) Floppy Disk Specifications Media recognition 2DD ( 720KB ) 2HD (1.2 MB, 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...
  • Page 28 CD-ROM Interface Items Specification Access time (typ.) Random: 100 ms Full Stroke: 200 ms Rotation speed 5000 rpm Data Buffer Capacity 128 KB Interface Applicable disc format CD-Audio, CD-ROM (mode 1 and Mode 2), CD-ROM XA (mode 2, form 1 and form 2), CD-I (mode 2, form 1 and form 2), CD-I Ready, CD-I Bridge, Photo CD, CD-WO, Video CD, Enhanced Music CD (CD Plus), CD-RW Loading mechanism...
  • Page 29 Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Cirrus Logic CS4299 Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 20 bit stereo Digital to Analog converter 18 bit stereo Analog to Digital converter Compatibility Microsoft PC98/PC99, AC97 2.1 Mixed sound source Line-in, CD, Video, AUX Voice channel 8/16 bit, mono/stereo...
  • Page 30 Parallel Port Item Specification Parallel port controller ALI M1535 Number of parallel port Location Rear side Connector type 25-pin D-type Parallel port function control Enbale/Disable by BIOS Setup Supports ECP/EPP Yes (set by BIOS setup ) Optional ECP DMA channel DMA channel 1 and 3 (in BIOS Setup) Optional parallel port I/O address...
  • Page 31 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 or Battery: 10V - 26V DC-DC Converter Output Output Rating 3.3V 5V SB Current (w/load, A) 0~4.5 0~3.5...
  • Page 32 DC-AC LCD Inverter Item Specification Vendor & model name Ambit Input voltage (V) 8 ~ 21V Input current (mA) 1A (max.) Output voltage 1400Vrms (Vrms, no load) Output voltage 40 ~ 70KHz frequency (kHz) Output Current/Lamp 5.5 mA ~ 6.5mA NOTE: DC-AC inverter is used to generate very high AC voltage, then support to LCD CCFT backlight user, and is also responsible for the control of LCD brightness.
  • Page 33 AC Adapter Item Specification Noise + Ripple 250mVp-pmax (20 MHz bandwidth) Load 0(min) 5A(max) Output Ratings (CC mode) DC output voltage 19V-20.5V for CV mode Constant current mode 3.6 +/- 0.3A Dynamic Output Characteristics Turn-on delay time 3 sec (@ 115Vac) Hold up time 5ms (@115Vac, Full load) Over Voltage Protection (OVP)
  • Page 34 Environmental Requirements Item Specification Temperature Operating ° +5~+35 ° Non-operating -10~+60 Non-operating ° -20~+60 C (storage package) Humidity Operating 20% to 80% RH, non-condensing Non-operating 20% to 80% RH, non-condensing (unpacked) Non-operating 20% to 90% RH, non-condensing (storage package) Vibration Operating (unpacked) 5~25.6Hz: 0.38mm (peak to peak) 25.6~250Hz: 0.5G...
  • Page 35 I/O Address Map I/O Address Function 000-00F DMA controller-1 020-021 Interrupt controller-1 040-043 Timer 1 060, 064 Keyboard controller 8742 chip select System speaker ACPI Embedded Controller 070-073 System CMOS/RTC Main board resources 081-08F DMA Controller-1 0A0-0A1 Interrupt controller-2 0C0-0DF DMA controller-2 0F0-0FF Numeric data processor...
  • Page 36 DMA Channel Assignment DMA Channel Function DRQ0 Not used DRQ1 Not used DRQ2 Floppy DRQ3 Not used DRQ4 DMA controller DRQ5 Not used DRQ6 Not used DRQ7 Not used...

  • Page 38: 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/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup.

  • Page 39: System Information

    System Information The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. NOTE: The screen above is a sample and may not reflect the actual data on your computer. “X” may refer to a series of numbers and/or characters. The following table describes the information in this screen.

  • Page 40: Basic System Settings

    Basic System Settings The Basic System Settings screen allows you to set the system date and time. The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description Format Date Sets the system date. DDD MMM DD, YYYY (day-of-the-week month day, year) Time Sets the system time.
  • Page 41 The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Options Boot Display Sets the display device on boot-up. Both or Auto When set to Auto, the computer automatically determines the display device when the computer starts up.

  • Page 42: Onboard Device Configuration

    Onboard Device Configuration 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 Onboard Device Configuration screen assigns resources to basic computer communication hardware. The following table describes the parameters in this screen.

  • Page 43: System Security

    System Security The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Options Setup Password When set, this password protects the computer and the BIOS None or Present...
  • Page 44 Three password types protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data: Setup Password prevents unauthorized entry to the BIOS Utility. Once set, you must key-in this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility. Power-On Password secures your computer against unauthorized use.

  • Page 45: Load Default Settings

    Load Default Settings If you want to restore all parameter settings to their default values, select this menu item and press Enter. The following dialog box displays. If you would like to load default settings for all parameters, use the cursor left/right ( keys to select Yes;...

  • Page 46: Bios Flash Utility

    BIOS Flash 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 47: System Utility Diskette

    Panel ID Write This function will display a table of all panel IDs of Acer TravelMate 200 series, and ask to input the no. corresponding to the panel ID of the LCD. Then, the chosen ID will be set in EEPROM.
  • Page 48 Write UUID by user keyin - this function is used when the original UUID is kept. User may use “Read Main Board Data” function first to keep the UUID. Write MBD serial number - this function will write MBD serial number by user keyin. Chapter 2...

  • Page 49: System Diagnostic Diskette

    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 200 service CD kit.

  • Page 50: Running Pqa Diagnostics Program

    The test program will show the account of connected/ disconnected, if every steps was doing right, the screen will show “PASS”, otherwise show “FAIL”. Running PQA Diagnostics Program Vx_x xx-xx-xx Diag Result Option SysInfo Exit Press to move around the main menu. Press Enter to enable the selected option. The main options are Diag, Result, SysInfo, Option and Exit.
  • Page 51 Vx_x xx-xx-xx Vx_x xx-xx-xx Diag Result Option SysInfo Exit Result Diag Option SysInfo Exit Diag Diag TEST TEST MULTI TEST Multi TEST FULL TEST QUICK TEST TEST COUNT VALUE (1...9999) 1 Specify the desired number of tests and press Enter. After you specify the number of tests to perform, the screen shows a list of test items (see below).

  • Page 52: 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 screw driver Phillips screw driver Tweezers...

  • Page 53: 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 54: 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 55 MAIN UNIT CPU HEATSINK UPPER CASE FDD MODULE PLATE CPU HEATSINK CHARGER PLATE MAIN BOARD LOWER CASE PCMCIA SOCKET AUDIO BOARD Chapter 3...

  • Page 56: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack, push the battery release button inward. Slide the battery pack out from the machine. Removing the Battery Cover To remove the battery cover, press the cover on this side outward carefully, then remove the cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 57: Removing The Cd-Rom Drive Module

    Removing the CD-ROM Drive Module To remove the CD-ROM drive module, push the release button outward. Slide it out from the machine. Disassembling the CD-ROM Drive Module To disassemble the CD-ROM drive module, first remove the four screws as shown. Remove the CD-ROM drive module from the CD-ROM drive chassis.

  • Page 58: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module To remove the hard disk drive, first remove the hard disk drive cover screw, then remove the cover. Remove the hard disk drive module out from the machine carefully. Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module To disassemble the hard disk drive module, first remove the two screws from the hard disk drive bracket.

  • Page 59: Removing The Extended Memory

    Removing the Extended Memory To remove an extended memory from the machine, first remove the screw from the memory cover. Push the memory cover leftward to lift the cover off, then remove the memory cover. Push out the latches on both sides of the socket, and pull the memory module out from the socket. Chapter 3...

  • Page 60: Removing The Modem Board

    Removing the Modem Board To remove the modem board, first remove the screw from the modem cover. Remove the modem cover from the machine. Remove the two screws from the modem board as shown, use a plastic bladed screwdriver to remove the modem board from the main unit.

  • Page 61: Disassembling The Lcd

    Disassembling the LCD Removing the Hinge Cap To remove the hinge cap, push the hinge cap outward, then slide the hinge cap out from the main unit. Removing the Middle Cover To remove the middle cover, push the middle cover rightward and lift the middle cover away. Disconnect the launch board cable from the launch board.

  • Page 62: Removing The Cable Cover

    At CNX2, disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board carefully, then remove the keyboard from the main board. At CN10, disconnect the launch board cable from the main board, then remove it. Removing the Cable Cover To remove the cable cover, push the cable cover backward then pull the cover off gently. Removing the 14.1”...
  • Page 63 At CN9, remove the two screws from the LCD FPC cable, and then disconnect the LCD FPC cable from the main board. At CN8, disconnect the inverter cable from the main board. Remove the LCD module from the main unit. Remove the video capture kit cover from the LCD module on each side.

  • Page 64: Removing The Inverter Board

    Snap off the LCD bezel carefully, then remove the LCD bezel from the LCD module. Removing the Inverter Board To remove the inverter board, remove the two screws from the inverter board as shown. Disconnect the speaker cables, microphone cable and LCD power cable from the inverter board, then remove the inverter board.

  • Page 65: Removing The Speakers

    Removing the Speakers Remove the two screws from the speakers as shown, then remove the speakers from the LCD module.. Remove the four screws from the LCD, then detach the LCD diaper from the LCD. Remove the LCD from the LCD panel. Remove the ESD tape, then disconnect the LCD FPC cable from the LCD.

  • Page 66: Removing The Microphone

    Removing the Microphone Remove the microphone from the LCD. Removing the 12.1” DSTN LCD Module To remove the LCD module, first remove the video capture kit rubber from the LCD module on each side. Remove the LCD cushions as shown, next remove the five screws from the LCD bezel Snap off the LCD bezel carefully, then remove the LCD bezel from the LCD module.

  • Page 67: Removing The Led Board

    Removing the Speakers Remove the two screws from the speaker Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker, then remove speaker from the LCD. Removing the LED Board To remove the LED board, first remove two screws from the LED board. Disconnect the mic cable and the FFC cable from the LED board, then remove the LED board from the LCD.
  • Page 68 Disconnect the inverter LED cable from the LED board Removing the Inverter Board To remove the inverter board, first remove six screws from the LCD and the inverter as shown , then remove the LCD and the inverter from the LCD panel. Disconnect the LCD power cable from the inverter and then remove the inverter from the LCD.

  • Page 69: Removing The Lcd Cable

    Removing the LCD Cable To remove the LCD cable, disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD. Removing the Microphone Remove the microphone cable from the LCD panel and remove the microphone rubber from the microphone. Chapter 3...

  • Page 70: Disassembling The Upper Case

    Disassembling the Upper Case Removing the Floppy Disk Drive Module To remove the floppy disk drive module, first remove the screw from the upper case. At CNX3, disconnect the floppy disk drive cable from the main unit, then pull the floppy disk drive module out from the main unit carefully.

  • Page 71: Removing The Cpu Heatsink Plate

    Disconnect the floppy disk drive FPC cable from the drive. To remove the floppy disk drive bezel, remove the cushion from the drive, and then detach the bezel from the drive carefully. Removing the CPU Heatsink Plate Remove the two screws from the CPU heatsink plate, then pull the CPU heatsink plate backward then rightward from the main unit.

  • Page 72: Removing The Upper Case

    Reinstall the RTC battery back into position by pressing it down to secure. Removing the Upper Case To remove the upper case, remove the eight screws from the base of the unit as shown. At CN14, disconnect the touchpad cable from the main board. Pull the upper case up from rear to front of the unit gently.
  • Page 73 Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad board, then remove the touchpad board from the upper case. Remove the touchpad cable from the upper case carefully. Chapter 3...

  • Page 74: Disassembling The Lower Case

    Disassembling the Lower Case Removing the CPU Heatsink Remove the four screws from the CPU heatsink. Remove the CPU heatsink from the main unit. Removing the Charger Plate Remove the screw from the charger plate, then remove the charger plate from the main board. Removing the Main Board Remove the three screws from the main board as shown.

  • Page 75: Removing The Fan

    Pull the audio jack and battery connector out to remove the main board from the lower case. Removing the Fan Remove the screw from the fan, then remove the fan from the lower case. Detach the audio board from the main board. Removing the PCMCIA Slot Remove the two screws from the PCMCIA plate to remove the plate.
  • Page 76 At CN13, remove the two screws from the PCMCIA slot, then detach the PCMCIA slot from the main board by hand gently. Removing the I/O Bracket Remove the six hexed screws from the I/O bracket. Remove the I/O bracket from the main board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 77: Removing The Modem Cable

    Removing the Modem Cable At CN17, disconnect the modem cable from the main board, then remove the modem cable from the main board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 78: 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 79: 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 80: 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 81: 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 1(ground) and 7(+). 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 82: 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 83 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 84 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 System board.

  • Page 85: 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 86 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 87 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 88 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 89: 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 90: 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 91: Index Of Pqa Diagnostic Error Code, Message

    Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message Error Message Action in Sequence Hardware Error See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 42 BIOS Update Program Error Turn off the power and restart the system. System Error Make sure this AFlash BIOS diskette for this model. Without AC adapter make sure to connect AC adapter Battery Low...

  • Page 92: 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 93 Chapter 4...

  • Page 94: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View PCB No. 99206 PS/2 keyboard and Mouse Port CN12 CD-ROM Connector USB Port 1 CN13 PCMCIA Socket Connector USB Port 2 CN14 Touch Pad Calbe Connector External Display Port CN15 Hdd Connector Parallel Port CNX2 Keyboard Cable Connector...
  • Page 95 SW-4/5 SW-4 SW-5 Acer SW-6: Check Password SW6 = ON, Enable SW-6 = OFF, Disable SW-7: Boot Block Boot SW-7 = OFF, Disable SW-7 = On, Enable Chapter 5...

  • Page 96: Bottom View

    Bottom View CN17 Modem Card Cable Connector CN22 Modem Connector CN19 Power Push Switch DIMM 1 Socket CN20 Audio Connector DIMM 2 Socket (Reverse) CN21 Battery Connector Chapter 5...
  • Page 97 Chapter 5...

  • Page 98: 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 99 Chapter 6...
  • Page 100 Picture Partname Description Part No. CPU CELERON550MHZ IC CPU CELER550/128K/ 71.ICLON.55U 128K INTEL 0D UBGA2 CPU CELERON600MHZ IC CPU CELER600/128K 71.ICLON.60U 128K INTEL OD BGA2 CPU CELERON650MZ 128K IC CPU C650/100/128K 71.ICLON.65U 100M INTEL OD 1.6V CPU CELERON700MHZ IC CPU CELER700/128K 71.ICLON.70U 128K INTEL 0D 1.6V...
  • Page 101 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD 12.1" HPA SHARP/ LCD 12.1"HPA SHARP/ 56.0745C.101 LM121SS1T53 LM121SS1T53 LCD CABLE COAXIAL 50.40G07.021 CABLE(SHP12.1") INVERTER/LED FFC CABLE INV FFC(SHP12.1") 50.40G06.021 LCD PANEL W/MIC,MIC LCD PNL 60.40G10.011 RUBBER,LOGO ASSY(SHP12.1")FL2 MICROPHONE RUBBER MIC-RUBBER CR 42.49A11.001 PLATINUM MICROPHONE W/CABLE MIC CABLE 50.40G06.011...
  • Page 102 Picture Partname Description Part No. VIDEO CAPTURE KIT FL2 CAMARA RUBBER 47.40F07.011 RUBBER COLOR050 LED BOARD LED BOARD FALCON2 55.40G02.D02 SPEAKER FOR 12.1/13.3" SPEAKER13.3& 12.1 60.40G12.012 INVERTER/LED CABLE 50.40G06.002 LED&INV(12.1"&13.3)FL2 LCD BEZEL W/LED LABEL LCD BEZEL ASSY(12.1") 60.40G11.003 LCD MODULE 13.3" TFT ADT ASSY LCD MODULE 6M.40G01.021 13.3"TFT FL2.2 Chapter 6...
  • Page 103 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD PANEL W/MIC,MIC LCD PANEL 60.40G10.021 RUBBER,LOGO ASSY(13.3")FL2 MICROPHONE RUBBER MIC-RUBBER CR 42.49A11.001 PLATINUM MICROPHONE W/CABLE MIC CABLE 50.40G06.011 LCD 13.3" TFT ADT/L133X2- LCD 13.3"TFT XGA ADT/ 56.0741H.041 L133X2-3B INVERTER AMBIT/ INVERTER T62I172.00 19.21030.C31 T62I172.00 V.50 V.50 FAL2 SPEAKER FOR 12.1/13.3"...
  • Page 104 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD CABLE 50.40G07.032 LCD(13.3"ADT)FALCON2 INVERTER CABLE 50.40G06.002 LED&INV(12.1"&13.3)FL2 LCD BEZEL W/LED LABEL LCD BEZEL ASSY(13.3") 60.40G11.013 VIDEO CAPTURE KIT FL2 CAMARA RUBBER 47.40F07.011 RUBBER COLOR050 LCD MODULE 12.1"TFT ASSY LCD MODULE 6M.40G01.001 HITACHI 12.1"TFT FL2.2 LCD 12.1"...
  • Page 105 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD PANEL W/MIC,MIC LCD PANEL 60.40G10.001 RUBBER,LOGO ASSY(HIT12.1")FL2 MICROPHONE RUBBER MIC-RUBBER CR 42.49A11.001 PLATINUM MICROPHONE W/CABLE MIC CABLE 50.40G06.011 INVERTER AMBIT/ INVERTER T62I172.00 19.21030.C31 T62I172.00 V.50 V.50 FAL2 SPEAKER FOR 12.1/13.3" SPEAKER PACK 14.1" 60.40G12.012 INVERTER/LED CABLE C.A LED &...
  • Page 106 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD CABLE C.A LCD(12.1"HITAHI) 50.40G07.013 FALCON2 LCD MODULE 14.1" TFT ADT ASSY LCD MODULE 6M.40G01.111 14.1"TFT FL2.2 LCD 14.1" TFT XGA ADT/ LCD 14.1"TFT XGA ADT/ 56.0741H.031 L141X1-1 L141X1-1 INVERTER AMBIT INVERTER T62I172.00 19.21030.C31 T62I172.00 V.50 V.50 FAL2 LCD PANEL W/MIC,LOGO LCD PANEL...
  • Page 107 Picture Partname Description Part No. SPEAKER PACK 14.1" SPEAKER PACK 14.1" 6K.44G01.001 INVERTER CABLE C.A LED & 50.41H02.002 INV(14.1")FL2.5 LCD CABLE 50.41H01.003 LCD(14.1"ADT&UNI)FL2.5 LCD BEZEL W/LED LABEL LCD BEZEL ASSY(14.1") 60.41H03.003 VIDEO CAPTURE KIT FL2 CAMARA RUBBER 47.40F07.011 RUBBER COLOR050 FDD/Floppy Disk Drive FDD MODULE,PANASONIC ASSY FDD FOR TM200/...
  • Page 108 Picture Partname Description Part No. FDD DRIVE,1.44MB,SLIM FDD 1.44SLIM MCI/ 56.01041.671 TYPE,Panasonic/ JU226A252FC(H JU226A252FC FDD FPC CABLE C.A FDD FPC FALCON2 50.40G01.001 FDD BRACKET FDD REAR BRAKET 33.40G04.001 FALCON2 FDD BEZEL FDD BEZEL(PANASONIC) 60.40G15.011 ASSY HDD/Hard Disk Drive HDD MODULE 5G IBM ASSY HDD MOUDLE 5G 6M.44G01.001 FL2.2...
  • Page 109 Picture Partname Description Part No. HDD CASE 60.40G09.001 ASSY(9.5mm)BRACKET FALCON2 HDD 5GB IBM/DJSA-205 HDD 9.5MM 5G IBM/ 56.02017.021 DJSA-205 HDD MODULE 10G IBM ASSY HDD MODULE 10G 6M.44G01.031 FL2.2 HDD CONNECTOR CONN CTR ML 22P 20.80056.022 HH98227-A2(HDD HDD 10GB IBM/DJSA-210 HDD 9.5MM 10G IBM/ 56.02A75.041 DJSA-210...
  • Page 110 Picture Partname Description Part No. CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM Module,24X,MKE 'ASSY CD-ROM 24X 6M.40G10.001 TM200/520 CD-ROM DRIVE,24X,MKE/ CD DRV SLIM MKE/CR- 56.10241.001 CR-176 176 24X CD-ROM CASE CD/DVD-ROM ASSY 60.40G13.003 CD-ROM BOARD FALCON-2 CD-ROM BD 55.40G04.011 DVD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM MODULE 6X MKE ASSY CD/DVD-ROM 6M.44G02.001 MODULE 6X MKE...
  • Page 111 Picture Partname Description Part No. DVD-ROM 6X MKE/ DVD ROM 12.7MM6X 56.2242F.032 SR8174BAA MKE/SR8174BAA CD-ROM BOARD FALCON-2 CD-ROM BD 55.40G04.011 Heat Sink CPU HEATSINK HEAT_SINK_CPU 34.41J01.001 CASTORV CPU HEATSINK PLATE CPU HEATSINK PLATE 34.41J01.001 FALCON2.5 Keyboard KEYBOARD 84KEY API NKS- NKS-84X01 US 91.63X07.001 84X01 US...
  • Page 112 Picture Partname Description Part No. POWER CORD 125V 3PIN CORD 125V UL 3P 27.01618.051 K01081B1183WP POWER CORD 125V 2PIN CORD SPT-2 #18*2C 27.01618.001 7A125V1830MM Main Board MAINBOARD/FALCON2.2 F2.2 MB CEL.600 W/O 55.44G01.003 CELORON600MHZ W/O LAN LAN (-1) MAINBOARD/FALCON2.2 F2.2 MB CEL.550 W/O 55.44G01.001 CELORON550MHZ W/O LAN LAN (-1)
  • Page 113 U98M005.01 MODEM BOARD 56K CIS/ MODEM MDC CIS/WS- 54.09262.071 WS-5614FMAG 5614FMAG AUDIO BOARD CASTOR-V AUDIO 55.41J02.001 BOARD LAUNCH BOARD FALCON2 LAUNCH 55.40G03.001 BOARD Adapter ADAPTER 3PIN LITEON/PA- ADT 3P PA-1600-02AE W/ 25.10068.091 1600-02AE W/O POWER ACER LOG CORD Chapter 6...
  • Page 114 Picture Partname Description Part No. ADAPTER 2PIN LITEON/PA- ADT 2P PA-1600-01AE W/ 25.10068.081 1600-01AE W/O POWER ACER LOG CORD Battery RTC BATTERY 3V LI BTY LI 3V CR1220 36MAH 23.20004.091 BATTERY SANYO/BTP-33A1 ASSY BTY PACK BTP- 60.40G01.001 33A1 FAL2 Case/Cover/Bracket assembly...
  • Page 115 Picture Partname Description Part No. LCD CABLE COVER FOR CABLE COVER FALCON2 42.40G06.001 12.1/13.3 LCD CABLE COVER FOR CABLE COVER (HIGHER) 42.40G32.001 14.1 FALCON2 CHARGER PLATE W/ ASSY CARGER PLATE 60.41H13.003 THERMAL PAD FALCON2.5 HDD COVER ASSY HDD COVER 60.41H14.001 FALCON2.5 HING CAP PACK FOR 12.1"...
  • Page 116 Picture Partname Description Part No. MIDDLE COVER W/LAUNCH MIDDLE COVER ASSY 60.40G07.002 BOARD W/O NAME PLATE LOWER CASE W/FAN L-CASE ASSY F2.2 60.41H06.012 FAN 5V 45*45*10 23.10041.011 AB4505MB-GD3(B UPPER CASE W/TOUCH UPPER CASE ASSEMBLY 60.40G03.003 PAD MODULE TOUCHPAD BOARD TOUCHPAD MULTI- 56.1740C.001 SYNAPTIC SWITCH SYNAPTIC...
  • Page 117 NAME PLATE,TM200(FOR 40.49C01.731 201TE) NAME PLATE TM200/200T NAME PLATE,TM200(FOR 40.49C01.531 200T) NAME PLATE TM200/201TXV NAME PLATE,TM200(FOR 40.49C01.571 201TXV LOGO LBL ABS TM600/ACER 40.42F09.001 LAN PORT COVER RJ45_11_COVER 42.46H01.001 FALCON2_1 Screws LCD ,LCD SCREW M2.5*4L NI 86.9A553.4R0 BEZEL,INVERTER,SPEAKE R,LED BOARD SCREW...
  • Page 118 Picture Partname Description Part No. 14" LCD,CHARGER PLATE SCREW BINDING BL-ZN 86.4A322.4R0 ,MAINBOARD,FDD,12.1"DST M2*4L N INVERTER,MODEM BOARD,MEMORY COVER SCREW LOWER CASE,LCD SCREW M2.5X6 86.9A353.6R0 HINGE,LCD SUPPORT ,HDD COVER SCREW HEATSINK PLATE,LCD SCREW M2.0*12 STEEL B 86.1A322.120 CABLE SCREW CD-ROM CASE SCREW SCREW WAFER NYLOK 86.9A552.3R0 NI 2ML3...
  • Page 119 Chapter 6...

  • Page 120: Appendix A Model Definition And Configuration

    Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Model Number Definitions Model Memory Battery Number 200DX 12.1” HPA Celeron-550BGA 32MB NiMH 200T 12.1” TFT Celeron-550BGA 64MB NiMH 201DX 12.1” HPA Celeron-600BGA 32MB NiMH 201T 12.1” TFT Celeron-600BGA 64MB NiMH 201TXV 14.1” TFT Celeron-600BGA 64MB 10GB...
  • Page 121 Appendix A...

  • Page 122: 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 SE ACPI, Windows 98 JP SE ACPI, Windows 2000 ACPI and Windows 2000 JP ACPI environment.

  • Page 123: Microsoft Windows 98/ Jp Se Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows 98 SE/98 JP SE ACPI Environment Test Item Specifications Processor Celeron 550 Celeron 600 Celeron 650 Memory NEC 64MB Mitsubishi 64MB Winbond 128MB Mitsubishi 128MB 12.1 DSTN (Sharp) 12.1 TFT (Hitachi) 13.3 TFT (ADT) 14.1 TFT (IBM) Floppy Disk Drive Hard Disk Drive IBM 5GB IBM 10GB...

  • Page 124: Microsoft Windows 2000/ Jp Environment Test

    Microsoft Windows 2000/2000 JP ACPI Environment Test Item Specifications Processor Celeron 550 Celeron 600 Celeron 650 Memory NEC 64MB Mitsubishi 64MB Winbond 128MB Mitsubishi 128MB 12.1 DSTN (Sharp) 12.1 TFT (Hitachi) 13.3 TFT (ADT) 14.1 TFT (IBM) Floppy Disk Drive Hard Disk Drive IBM 5GB IBM 10GB...
  • Page 125 Appendix B...

  • Page 126: 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.

  • Page 128: Index

    Index size caps lock AC Adapter on indicator AFLASH Utility CardBus 18, 22 Audio CD-ROM Drive Disassembly Removing Battery CD-ROM Interface Battery Cover Chipsets Removing computer Battery Pack on indicator Removing contrast battery pack hotkeys charging indicator Controllers BIOS Core logic package ROM size core voltage...
  • Page 129 Jumper and Connector Locations Environmental Requirements Bottom View External CD-ROM Drive Check SW2 Settings 87, 89 Top View Features Flash Utility 18, 24 Keyboard Floppy Disk Drive Interface Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check L2 cache 18, 20 Hard disk Hard Disk Drive Module Disassembly Disassembly...
  • Page 130 parallel port System Check Procedures setting in BIOS Utility System Diagnostic Diskette Password Setting System Memory Hard Disk Password System Utilities Power-On Password System Utility Diskette Setup Password 11, 23 PC Card PCMCIA Temperature Power Management Test Compatible Components Power management Touchpad Power System Check touchpad...
  • Page 131 Index...

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