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Acer TravelMate Vico Series Service Manual

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  • Page 1 TravelMate Vico Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate Vico service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2007 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. Gives bits and pieces of additional NOTE information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might WARNING 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 7: System Specifications

    MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support Acer Arcade featuring Acer CinemaVision and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio ® Intel High Definition audio support Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers (1W) ® Dolby Digital Live and DTS Neo: PC support Chapter 1...
  • Page 8 Touchpad with 4-way scroll button Four easy-launch buttons ® Two side-access switches: WLAN LED and Bluetooth LED-switches Communication Acer Video Conference, featuring Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer ® OrbiCam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam 0.3 megapixel CMOS camera, featuring:...
  • Page 9 Environment Temperature: Operating: 5ºC to 35ºC Non-operating: -20ºC to 65ºC Humidity (non-condensing): Operating: 20%~80% Non-operating: 20%~80% Chapter 1...
  • Page 10 System Block Diagram Chapter 1...

  • Page 11: Board Layout

    Board Layout Top View LED Board Connector EC (Keyboard Controller) CN36 LCD Connector CN10 Keyboard Connector LAN Transformer CN12 Touchpad Connector Modem Hub Connector CN16 PCMCIA Connector LAN Controller CN15 RTC Battery Connector DVI Transmitter CN19 Internal Speaker Connector Bluetooth Connector CN18 Memory Card Connector Function Board Connector...

  • Page 12: Bottom View

    Bottom View CN20 AC Power Jack CN30 SATA HDD Connector CN21 CRT Connector South Bridge (ICH7) CN22 RJ45 Connector CN31 Mini Card Connector CN23 Battery Connector Audio Codec Controller CN24 USB Board Connector AMP for HP CN25 EZ Dock Connector AMP for Speaker BIOS ROM 1394 Controller...

  • Page 13: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Front View Icon Item Description Built-in camera 0.3 megapixel web camera for video communication. Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer’s...

  • Page 14: Closed Front View

    Fingerprinter Enrolls the computer with a registered fingerprint. Click buttons (left and The left and right buttons function like the right) left and right mouse buttons. Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Wireless communication Enables/disables the wireless function. button/indicator Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.

  • Page 15: Left View

    Left View Icon Item Description Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- based network (for selected models). Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.

  • Page 16: Rear View

    Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.

  • Page 17: Base View

    Base view Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. Battery lock Locks the battery in position. Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. cooling fan Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
  • Page 18 Press “ “ to run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager.

  • Page 19: Touchpad Basics

    Launch key Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Web browser Internet browser (user-programmable) Mail Email application (user-programmable) User-programmable Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use the touchpad: Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.

  • Page 20: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, one Windows key and twelve function keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Key Description Caps Lock...

  • Page 21: Hot Keys

    Description <Fn>+<F1> Hot key help Displays help on hot keys. <Fn>+<F2> Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. <Fn>+<F3> Acer ePower Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. See “Acer Empowering Technology” on page 17.

  • Page 22: Special Key

    Hot Key Icon Function Description <Fn>+<F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. <Fn>+<F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. <Fn>+<F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

  • Page 23: Acer Empowering Technology

    To access this utility, either click on the “Acer eNet Management” icon on your notebook, or start the program from the Start menu. You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC.
  • Page 24 Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings.

  • Page 25: Acer Epower Management

    Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. AC Mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is “Maximum Performance.” You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire (1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported.

  • Page 26: Acer Epresentation Management

    For additional power options, click “More Power option”. Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer’s display to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5. If auto-detection hardware is implemented in the system, your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system.

  • Page 27: Acer Edatasecurity Management

    Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Page 28 Chapter 1...

  • Page 29: Acer Elock Management

    Interfaces - includes serial ports, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bluetooth. To activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain locked after rebooting, until unlocked.

  • Page 30: Acer Erecovery Management

    Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system’s HDD. User-created backups are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: Password protection.

  • Page 31: Acer Esettings Management

    Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eSettings Management also: Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating.
  • Page 32 The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any instant messenger (IM) application. To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. You can now broadcast from your location to an IM partner anywhere in the world.

  • Page 33: Using The System Utilities

    Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start > All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.

  • Page 34: Launch Manager

    NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons (see their locations mentioned in “Easy- Launch Buttons”). You can access the Launch Manager by clicking Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application.

  • Page 35: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type ® ® Intel Pentium Dual Core processor T2060/T2080 (1MB, L2 cache 1.60/ 1.73, 533 MHz FSB) or higher ® Intel Core™ Duo processor T2050/T2250/T2350/T2450/T2300/T2300E/ T2400/T2500/T2600/T2700/T5500/T5600 (2MB, L2 cache 1.60/1.66/1.73/ 1.83/1.86/2.0/2.16, 667 MHz FSB) or higher ®...
  • Page 36 Second Level Cache Item Specification 2st level cache control Always enabled Cache scheme control Fixed in write-back System Memory Item Specification Memory controller ® Built-in Intel 945GM/943GML Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory) DIMM socket number 2 sockets Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size 4GB (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) Supports DIMM type...
  • Page 37 NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. LAN Interface Item Specification Chipset Broadcom 5787 Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Ethernet Giga LAN...
  • Page 38 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Drive Format Disks Spindle speed 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size 2048KB 8192KB 8192KB Interface ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6 Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer 100 MB/Sec. 100 MB/Sec.
  • Page 39 Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek ALC268 Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 18 bit stereo full duplex Compatibility HD audio Interface; S/PDIF output for PCM or AC-3 content Sampling rate 1Hz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate) Internal microphone Internal speaker / Quantity Yes/2(1.5W speakers)
  • Page 40 Keyboard Item Specification Keyboard controller KBC1122 Total number of keypads 88-/89-key Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes simultaneously Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name BATTERY PACK SONY LI-ION 9CELL2.4, 7200MAH BATTRY PACK SIMPLO LI-ION 9CELL2.4, 7200MAH...
  • Page 41 LCD 12.1” inch Item Specification Support Color 262K colors 262,144 262,144 262,144 (RGB 6-bit data driver) Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left 40/40 45/45 40/40 40/40 Vertical: Upper/Lower 10/30 15/35 20/40 20/40 ° Temperature Range( C) 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 0 to +50 Operating...
  • Page 42 Chapter 1...

  • Page 43: System Utilities

    ATAPI Model Name : HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GSA-T20N System BIOS Version: v0.3101 SentaRosa 1436 VGA BIOS Version: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Produce Name: Manufacturer Name: Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx UUID: Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu...

  • Page 44: Navigating The Bios Utility

    Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys (wy). To change the value of a parameter, press por q.
  • Page 45 ATAPI Model Name : HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GSA-T20N System BIOS Version: v0.3101 SentaRosa 1436 VGA BIOS Version: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Produce Name: Manufacturer Name: Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx UUID: Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu...
  • Page 46 Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information A d v a n c e d S e c u rity B o o t E x it...
  • Page 47 The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Format/Option System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed Format: HH:MM:SS with 24-hour format. (hour:minute:second) System Time System Date Sets the system date.
  • Page 48 Advanced The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in BIOS. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Serial Port : [Auto] Configure serial port A Parallel Port : [Auto] using options: Mode : [ECP] [Disabled] Infrared Port(FIR) : [Auto] No configuration...

  • Page 49: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Security Boot Information Main Advanced Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is : Clear User Password Is : Clear Hard Disk Password Status : Clear Supervisor Password Set Supervisor Password...

  • Page 50: Setting A Password

    The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Option Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password or Set Clear User Password is Shows the setting of the user password. or Set Clear Hard Disk Password Status...

  • Page 51: Removing A Password

    When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password Follow these steps: Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
  • Page 52 The password setting is complete after the user presses u. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.
  • Page 53 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the diskette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive, and the CD-ROM in module bay. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Boot Information Main...
  • Page 54 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Exit Information Main Advanced Security Boot Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and Exit Discarding Changes save your changes to Load Setup Defaults CMOS.

  • Page 55: 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 Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.
  • Page 56 Chapter 2...

  • Page 57: 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 Small Philips screw driver Philips screwdriver Plastic flat head screw driver...

  • Page 58: 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 59: 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 60 LCD Module LCD Bezel G*1 for 15" G*2 for 15.4" LCD Inverter LCD Panel Assembly G*2 for 15.4" Wireless Antenna Set F*8 (4 on left; 4 on right) LCD Bracket LCD Cable Sets Screw List Item Description Part Number SCREW M2.5*3(NL) 86.TAVV5.001 SCREW M2.5*6(NL) 86.TAVV5.002...

  • Page 61: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Unlock the battery lock (move the battery lock to the right). Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery. Chapter 3...

  • Page 62: Removing The Hdd Module

    Removing the HDD Modules/Memory/Wireless LAN Card and the LCD Module Removing the HDD Module Remove the two screws fastening the HDD. Pull out the HDD from the notebook as shown. Removing the Memory and Wireless LAN Card Remove the four screws holding the RAM cover. Detach the RAM cover from the main unit.
  • Page 63 Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module Release the four keyboard lock as shown. Turn over the keyboard as the image shows. Then disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board. Remove the keyboard from the main unit. Turn the notebook over. Remove the four screws securing the middle cover.
  • Page 64 Disconnect the LCD cable from the main board. 10. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the main board. 11. Release and pull out the wireless LAN antennas from the cable holders as shown. 12. Remove the four screws securing the hinges. 13.

  • Page 65: Disassembling The Main Unit

    Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly Remove the screw fastening the ODD bracket with the optical disk drive module on the bottom. Remove the ODD bracket and push the optical disk drive module outwards. Remove the ODD module.

  • Page 66: Removing The Power Board

    10. Remove the five screws fastening the upper case assembly and the lower case assembly on the front side. 11. Disconnect the touchpad board FFC, fingerprint FFC, and function board FFC from the main board. 12. Carefully detach the upper case assembly from the lower case assembly. Removing the Power Board 13.

  • Page 67: Removing The Thermal Module And Cpu

    18. Disconnect the USB cable from the main board. 19. Remove the three screws fastening the main board to the lower case. 20. Detach the main board from the lower case assembly. 21. Remove the screw holding the USB board to the lower case. 22.

  • Page 68: Disassembling The Upper Case Assembly

    Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Detach the function board FFC from the function board. Remove the two screws fastening the function board to the upper case. Take out the function board from the upper case. Detach the touchpad board FFC, fingerprinter FFC, and fingerprinter cable from the fingerprinter module. Remove the two screws fastening the fingerprinter bracket to the upper case.

  • Page 69: Disassembling The Lcd Module

    Disassembling the LCD Module Remove the six screw rubbers as shown. Then remove the six screws fastening the LCD bezel. Detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module carefully. Remove the four screws holding the LCD. Detach the two inverter cable connectors from the inverter board. Detach the bluetooth cable.
  • Page 70 12. Remove the two screws fastening the CCD bracket to the LCD panel. 13. Detach the CCD cable connector from the CCD board. 14. Remove the two screws fastening the CCD board to the CCD bracket. Chapter 3...

  • Page 71: Disassembling The External Modules

    Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module Remove the four screws holding the HDD (hard disk drive) case; two on each side. Carefully take out the hard disk drive from the HDD case. Disassembling the ODD Module Remove the two screws holding the optical bracket. Then remove the optical bracket from the optical disk drive.
  • Page 72 Chapter 3...

  • Page 73: Table Of Contents

    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 74: System Check Procedures

    System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is required. NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.

  • Page 75: Memory Check

    If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board). Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

  • Page 76: Check The Power Adapter

    Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter cable. See the following figure: Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V Pin 2: 0V, Ground If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. If the voltage is within the range, do the following: Replace the System board.

  • Page 77: Check The Battery Pack

    Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: Check out the Power Management in Control Panel In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct.

  • Page 78: Power-On Self-Test (Post) Error Message

    Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer.

  • Page 79: Error Message List

    Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes Error Messages Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error...
  • Page 80 Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. used RTC battery System board...
  • Page 81 Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power blank. System Check” on page 69.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM.

  • Page 82: Phoenix Bios Beep Codes

    Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps POST Routine Description Verify Real Mode Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Initialize chipset with initial POST values Set IN POST flag Initialize CPU registers Enable CPU cache Initialize caches to initial POST values Initialize I/O component Initialize the local bus IDE Initialize Power Management...
  • Page 83 Code Beeps POST Routine Description 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled...
  • Page 84 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards Install CD ROM for boot Clear huge ES segment register Fixup Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs.
  • Page 85 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Unknown interrupt Code Beeps Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type...

  • Page 86: 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 doesn't work).
  • Page 87 Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 71. 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.
  • Page 88 Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently.

  • 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

    System Check” on page 69.): Power-off the computer. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive...

  • Page 91: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View LED Board Connector EC (Keyboard Controller) CN36 LCD Connector CN10 Keyboard Connector LAN Transformer CN12 Touchpad Connector Modem Hub Connector CN16 PCMCIA Connector LAN Controller CN15 RTC Battery Connector DVI Transmitter CN19 Internal Speaker Connector Bluetooth Connector CN18...
  • Page 92 Bottom View CN20 AC Power Jack CN30 SATA HDD Connector CN21 CRT Connector South Bridge (ICH7) CN22 RJ45 Connector CN31 Mini Card Connector CN23 Battery Connector Audio Codec Controller CN24 USB Board Connector AMP for HP CN25 EZ Dock Connector AMP for Speaker BIOS ROM 1394 Controller...
  • Page 93 Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
  • Page 94 TravelMate Vico Exploded Diagram Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. ADAPTER ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN Delta SADP- AP.06501.010 65KB DBRF LF ADAPTER LSE - 65W, SLS0335A1957 AP.06506.004 LF YELLOW LF ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN LITE-ON PA1650- AP.06503.013 02 QY LF...
  • Page 95 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. FUNCTION BOARD 55.TG607.001 TOUCHPAD BOARD W/FINGER PRINT 55.TG607.002 USB BOARD 55.TG607.003 LED BOARD 55.TG607.004 CABLE PWR CORD V943B30001218008 27.A03V7.006 DANISH 3P PWR CORD(ISR)1.8M 3PBLK 27.A50V7.002 FZ0I0008-038 PWR CORD V50CB3T3012180QD TW- 27.A99V7.002 110V,3P POWER CORD(SWI)1.8M 3PBLACK...
  • Page 96 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY MIDDLE COVER 42.TG607.001 UPPER CASE FOR FP W/TP, TP 60.TG607.001 CABLE LOWER CASE W/ SPEAKER, MODEM 60.TG607.002 CABLE BASE ODD CAP 42.TG607.002 BASE DUCK RUBBER 42.TG607.003 RAM DOOR 42.TG607.004 TP BRACKET 33.TG607.003...
  • Page 97 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. CPU Intel Core2Dual T77500 PGA 2.4G KC.77001.DTP 4M 800 SLA44 COMBO MODULE DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE 6M.TG607.007 DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X SONY KO.0240E.005 CRX880A LF W/O BEZEL DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X HLDS KO.0240D.005...
  • Page 98 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. 120GB HGST 2.5" 5400RPM SATA KH.12007.010 HTS541612J9SA00 SURUGA-B LF F/ W: C70P 120GB TOSHIBA 2.5" 5400rpm 120GB KH.12004.006 MK1237GSX Gemini BS SATA LF F/ W:DL130J 120GB WD 2.5" 5400rpm 120GB KH.12008.018 WD1200BEVS-22RST0 ML80 SATA LF F/W:04.01G04...
  • Page 99 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Vico Internal KB.INT00.178 Standard 85KS Black Spanish (change +-*/ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Vico Internal KB.INT00.180 Standard 85KS Black Slovak (change +- */ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Vico Internal KB.INT00.181 Standard 85KS Black SLO/CRO (change...
  • Page 100 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Vico Internal KB.INT00.204 Standard 85KS Black Belgium (change +-*/ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Vico Internal KB.INT00.205 Standard 84KS Black Arabic/English (change +-*/ location) Keyboard 12KB-FV1 Vico Internal KB.INT00.190 Standard 84KS Black Israel (change +-*/...
  • Page 101 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L 33.TG607.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.TG607.002 LCD MODULE 12.1 WXGA W/ 6M.TG607.002 ANTENNA 2 WIRE W/CCD LCD 12.1 IN. TFT WXGA NON-GLARE LK.12105.009 AU B121EW03-V5 LF 185NIT 25MS LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.TG607.001...
  • Page 102 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.TG607.002 LCD MODULE 12.1 WXGAG W/ 6M.TG607.004 ANTENNA 3 WIRE W/ CCD LCD 12.1 IN. TFT WXGAG GLARE AU LK.12105.008 B121EW03-V4 LF 185NIT 25MS LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.TG607.001...
  • Page 103 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. LCD 12.1 IN. TFT WXGAG GLARE AU LK.12105.008 B121EW03-V4 LF 185NIT 25MS LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.TG607.001 LCD CABLE 50.TG607.006 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - L 33.TG607.001 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE - R 33.TG607.002 MAINBOARD MAINBOARD 965GM SATA UMA W/ MB.TG606.001...
  • Page 104 Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No. SCREW M1.6*4.0-I (NI)(NYLOK) 86.FR6V7.003 SCREW M2.0*6-I-BNI(NYLOK) 86.TG607.001 SCREW M2.0*1.8 I (NI)(NYLOK) 86.TG607.002 SCREW M2.0*1.5-I(NI)(ANTI-LOOSE) 86.TG607.003 SCREW M2*5-I(BZN)(NYLOK) 86.TG607.004 Chapter 6...

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