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Acer Aspire 3660 Service Manual

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  • Page 1 TravelMate2460&Aspire3660 Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the AIPG/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate2460 & Aspire3660 service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2005 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: Screen Messages

    Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Screen messages NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
  • Page 5 DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TM 2460 Outlook View ......4 Aspire 3660 Outlook View ......9 Indicators .

  • Page 7: Chapter1 System Specifications

    System Specifications Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance ® ® Intel Pentium M YonahProcessor dual core at 1.66~2.16 GHz ® ® Intel Pentium M Yonah Processor single core at 1.66~1.83 GHz ®...
  • Page 8 Enable VoIP function Storage PATA(SATA ready) 9.5mm height, 2.5” HDD Easily removable 60/80/100/120GB 4200 or 5400 rpm PCI Bus Master Enhanced IDE Support Ultra DMA100, S.M.A.R.T Communication 56Kbps V.90/V.92 AC-Link modem card (MDC1.5) 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet on board WLAN 802.11b/g or 802.11 a/b/g dual-band tri-mode Wireless with Mini-PCI interface Mini USB bluetooth module and built-in 1 antenna Built-in 2 Antenna (which has to be placed on the top of LCD on the sides of LCD latch) I/O Ports...

  • Page 9: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram X'TAL 14.31818MHz Clock generator ICS951413CGLFT Page:5 DDR-II 533/667MHz DDR-II SODIMM1 Page: 10 DDR-II SODIMM2 Page: 10 Manufacturing Option SATA HDD Page: 21 SATA PATA HDD ATA 66/100 Page: 21 IDE-ODD Page: 21 Azalia MIC-IN AUDIO CODEC Page: 26 REALTEK- ALC883 48-pins Package LINE-IN...

  • Page 10: Tm 2460 Outlook View

    TM 2460 Outlook View A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. Open View Item Item Built-in camera Display screen Microphone Keyboard Touchpad Click buttons (Left, center and right) Palmrest Power button Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs.

  • Page 11: Front View

    Front View Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Item Icon Icon Icon Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Chapter 1 "Easy-launch buttons" on page 25 Description Description Description "Launch keys" on page 10 Description Item Item Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Power indicator Indicates the computer’s power status.

  • Page 12: Right View

    Left View Item Icon Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Emergency eject hole Right View Item Icon Icon Item Icon Item Icon Icon Item Description Item Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs Lights up when the optical drive is active.

  • Page 13: Rear View

    Rear View Icon Item Icon Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Item Item Chapter 1 Note: Description Item Description DC-in Jack Connects to an AC adapter. Description USB2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera) Ethernet(RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000 based network.

  • Page 14: Bottom View

    Bottom View Item Item Battery release latch Cooling fan Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Battery bay Description Description Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Note Helps keep the computer cool. NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's main memory Houses the computer’s main memory Locks the battery in position.

  • Page 15: Aspire 3660 Outlook View

    Aspire 3660 Outlook View Open View Item Item Built-in camera Display screen Microphone Keyboard Touchpad Click buttons (Left, center and right) Palmrest Power button Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. Chapter 1 Just for Starters... Description Description 1.3 megapixel web camera for video communication(for select...
  • Page 16 Icon Item Status indicators Front View Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Item Icon Item Icon Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer’s functions and components. "Easy-launch buttons"...
  • Page 17 Left View Item Icon Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Emergency eject hole Right View Item Icon Icon Icon Item Chapter 1 Note: Wireless Press to enable/disable Wireless function. Lights to communications indicate the status of wireless LAN communications.
  • Page 18 Icon Icon Item Rear View Icon Item Icon Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Icon Item Item Item Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. External Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, display(VGA) port LCD projector) Description...
  • Page 19 Bottom View Item Item Battery release latch Cooling fan Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Battery bay Chapter 1 Description Description Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Helps keep the computer cool. Note NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's main memory Houses the computer’s main memory(secured with screws) Locks the battery in position.

  • Page 20: Indicators

    Indicators Your computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to four indicators positioned at the front panel. These indicators show the status of the computer Item Description and its component. "Launch keys" on page 10 Item Description "Launch keys"...
  • Page 21 Icon Item Battery Chapter 1 Description Indicates the computer’s battery status. NOTE: The lights shows amber when the battery is charging. NOTE: The lights showns green when in AC mode.

  • Page 22: Easy-Launch Buttons

    Easy-Launch Buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four easy-launch buttons. They are User-Programmable Button, Mail, Web Browser, Acer Empowering Key from left to right. Empowering Technology" on page 1 Aspire 3660 "Launch Manag g er" on p pag g e 43...

  • Page 23: Touchpad

    The touchpad is located in the middle of the palm rest area, providing maximum comfort and efficiency. Touchpad Basics Aspire 3660 Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions.

  • Page 24: Using The Keyboard

    To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Desired access Numer keys on Type numbers in a normal manner embedded keypad TravelMate 2460 Aspire 3660 Description Description Description Num Lock on <Shift> <Fn>...

  • Page 25: Windows Keys

    Desired access Cursor-control keys Hold <Shift> while using cursor- on embedded control keys. keypad Main keyboard Hold <Fn> while typing letters on keys embedded keypad. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functoins. Windows logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button;...
  • Page 26 This key will cause a help message to appear on the display device that describes the definition and functionality of the unit hot keys. Launches the Acer eSetting in Acer Empowering Technology. See “Acer Empowering Technology” Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology.

  • Page 27: Special Keys

    Icon Item Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Volume down Brightness up Brightness down TravelMate 2460 Aspire 3660 <5> www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm <4> <5> Description Turns the internal touchpad on and off Turns the speakers on and off Increases the sound volume...

  • Page 28: The Us Dollar Sign

    The Euro Symbol Open a text editor or word processor. <5> Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at > <5> the upper-center of the keyboard. Note NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.

  • Page 29: 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:...

  • Page 30: Launch Manager

    NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Note: Note: Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above rhw keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application. Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to...
  • Page 31 Double click on the Norton AntiVirus icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. In the Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer. Under Actions, click Scan.

  • Page 32: Acer Empowering Technology

    To access this utility, either click on the “Acer eNet Management” icon on your netebook, 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 33 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 34: 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 35: Battery Status

    For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. For additional options, click “Settings” to: Set alarms. Re-load factory defaults. Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. View information about Acer ePower Management. Chapter 1...

  • Page 36: Acer Epresentation Management

    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 37: Acer Edatasecurity Management

    Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that protexts 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 Messager and Microsoft Outlook.

  • Page 38: Acer Elock Management

    Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can’t be stolen while your notebook is unattended. Removable data devices - includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives,...

  • Page 39: Acer Erecovery Management

    Interfaces - includes serial ports, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bletooth. 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 40: Acer Esettings Management

    For more information, please refer to “Acer eRecovery Management” NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management’s “System backup to optical disk” feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To...

  • Page 41: Acer Eperformance Management

    Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides and express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly. The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following option: Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage.

  • Page 42: Acer Orbicam

    Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam is a 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on the top of the LCD panel. The camera’s 225-degree ergonomic rotation allows you to capture high-resolution photos or videos up front or at the back of the LCD panel. The Acer OrbiCam fully supports the Acer Video Conference technology so that you can transmit the best video quality over an instant Messenger service.

  • Page 43: Launching The Acer Orbicam

    NOTE: Do not rotate the camera clockwise to prevent damage to the device. Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. Click Start > All programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. The Acer OrbiCam capture windows window appears. Chapter 1 Item...

  • Page 44: Changing The Acer Orbicam Settings

    Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Resolution To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the desired resolution. Options Click Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos.

  • Page 45: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Basic settings: Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display, then select Camera Settings from the pop-up menu. You can adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/ Face tracking options from this window. Capture settings: From the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button.

  • Page 46: Using The Acer Orbicam As Webcam

    Capturing photos or videos To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to get the desired angle, then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to display or play a preview of the photo/video clip.
  • Page 47 The VisageON window appears as below: Select and apply a video effect in the left section of the VisageON window. Change the face tracking settings and options in the right section. Using the face tracking feature To use the face tracking feature: 1.
  • Page 48 Using video effects (selected models only) The Video Settings section allows you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the list. To select an effect: 1. Click the encircled icon to display the available video effects. The Video Effect Selection window appears as below: Click on a video effect to use.

  • Page 49: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item CPU type Intel Intel Intel CPU package uFCPGA CPU core voltage Depend on DVI CPU I/O voltage VCCA 1.5V VCCP 1.05V System Board Major Chips Item System core logic Super I/O controller Audio controller Video controller Hard disk drive controller Keyboard controller...
  • Page 50 System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per slot Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Memory module combinations LAN Interface Item Supports LAN protocol LAN chip LAN connector type LAN connector location Wireless LAN Item...
  • Page 51 PC Card Standard 8.1 compliant, ACPI 2.0 compliant, Support PC Card or CardBus with hot insertion and removal, Support 132MBps burst transfer Specification NS PC97551 TravelMate series: New Acer Ergo Keyboard Aspire series: New Acer flat keyboard 88-89 keys Acer Fine Touch keyboard...
  • Page 52 Keyboard Item 12 function keys Four easy-launch buttons Two front access LED buttons Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Pin 9 LCD :15.4"...

  • Page 53: Specification

    LCD :15.4" WXGA LCD Item LCD display area 15.4” (diagonal, inch) Active Area(mm) 331.2(H)x 207.0(V) Display technology Resolution WXGA (1280*800) Pixel Pitch 0.2588(H)x0 .2588(V) Pixel Arrangement vertical stripe Display Mode Normally White Typical White Luminance(cd/m also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time(Optical 5/11...
  • Page 54 LCD :15" WXGA LCD Item LCD display area 15.0” (diagonal, inch) Active Area(mm) 304.1(H)x 228.1(V) Display technology Resolution (1024*768) Pixel Pitch(mm) 0.297(H)x 0.297(V) Pixel Arrangement Vertical stripe Display Mode Normally White Typical White Luminance(cd/m also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time(Optical 10/20 Rise Time/Fall Time)
  • Page 55 Item Maximum input current (A, @100Vac, full load) Nominal(Rated) frequency (Hz) Frequency variation range (Hz) Nominal voltages (Vrms) Efficiency Output Ratings (CV mode) Rated output voltage Voltage Range Noise + Ripple Rated Power Output current Dynamic Output Characteristics Start-up time Hold up time Over Voltage Protection (OVP)
  • Page 56 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Disks Spindle speed 5400 RPM (RPM) Performance Specifications Buffer size 8192KB Interface Serial ATA Max. media 57.6/61.6 transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer 150 MB/Sec. rate SATA 1.0 (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) DC Power Requirements Voltage 5V(DC) +/- 5% tolerance 8X Super Multi Interface Item...
  • Page 57 DVD-Dual Interface Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Access Time(DVD) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Combo Drive Interface Item Vendor & model name QSIPHILIPS SCB5265 Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec)(DVD) Sustained: Max 11.2Mbytes/sec Access Time...

  • Page 58: Dimensions And Weight

    Combo Drive Interface Item Applicable disc format DVD(Read): DVD 5/9/10/18, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-R 3.95G/4.7G, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, Multi-Border DVD-R/ DVD-RW, Multi-Session DVD+R, DVD+RW and DVD- CD(Read): CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i Ready, Video-CD(MPEG- 1), Karaoke CD, Super Video CD, Photo-CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD Extra, i-trax CD, CD-Text, CD-R, CD-RW...

  • Page 59: Environmental Requirements

    Environmental Requirements Item Temperature Operating Non-operating Humidity Operating Altitude Chapter 1 Specification +5 ~ +35°C -20 ~ +65°C (storage package) 20% ~ 80% without condensation Operating sea level 0 to 10,000ft Storage sea level 0 to 40,000ft...

  • Page 60: Chapter2 System Utilities

    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 61: Information

    IDE1 Serial Number: 3PL022FK System BIOS Version: v0.3301 0.13 EC BIOS Version: LXT123ZH2000470082EF00 Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: TravelMate xxxx Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: E0A62208C08BD811BCFB00163631BD37 Help ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Exit Select Menu Parameter CPU Type...

  • Page 62: Main

    Main This menu provides you the information of the system. Info. Main System Time: [11:59:38] System Date: [03/16/2006] System Memory: 640 KB Extended Memory: 1014 KB Video Memory 128 MB Quiet Boot: [Enabled] Power on Display: [Auto ] [Enabled] Network boot [Disabled] F12 Boot Menu: [Enabled]...
  • Page 63 Parameter F12 Boot Menu When this is selected, users can modify device boot priority by pressing F12 key during POST. When this is not selected, device boot priority will not be adjustable during POST. D2D Recovery Allow user to enable/disable the Disk-to-Disk recovery Description Chapter 2...

  • Page 64: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Info. Main Supervisor Password Is: User Password Is: Set Supervisor Password Set User Passord Set HDD Password HDD Password Is: Password on Boot: Help ↑...

  • Page 65: Set Supervisor/User Password

    Parameter Set HDD Password Password on boot Set Supervisor/User Password If password on boot is required, the password must be set otherwise it cannot be enabled. The formats of the password are as follows: Length No more than 8 characters Characters 0-9,A-Z (not case sensitive) While these fields are highlighted and press “Enter”, a window similar to the following is shown:...
  • Page 66 User can now type password in field “Enter New Password”, and re-enter password in field “Confirm New Password” for verification. If the verification is OK: The password setting is complete after user presses enter. Setup Notice Changes have been saved. [ continue] If the current password entered does not match the actual current password: Setup Warning...

  • Page 67: Boot

    Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay and onboard LAN device. Info.

  • Page 68: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Info. Main Advanced Exit Saving Changes Exit Dicarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Help ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Exit Select Menu The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

  • Page 69: Chapter3 Machine Disassembly And Replacement

    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 Tweezers...

  • Page 70: 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 71: 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 main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.

  • Page 72: Removing The Adapter And Battery Pack

    Removing the Adapter and Battery Pack Unplug the adapter. Release the battery lock. Slide the battery latch. Remove the battery pack. Chapter 3...

  • Page 73: Removing The Tv Tuner, Heatsink Module, Cpu, And Hdd Module

    Removing the Heatsink Module, CPU, and HDD Modue Remove the Heatsink Cover Release the six screws securing the heatsink cover. (The six screws are attached to the heatsink cover) Lift the heatsink cover up and remove it. Remove the Heatsink Module Disconnect the main fan cable from the mainboard.

  • Page 74: Removing The Cpu

    Remove the screw securing the HDD. Holding the mylar and pull the HDD module out of the main unit. Removing the CPU Use a flat screw driver and turn the screwdriver counterclockwise to unlock the CPU. Remove the CPU from the mainboard. Chapter 3...

  • Page 75: Removing The Memory And Wireless Card

    Removing the Memory and Wireless Card Remove the Memory Press the latch on left and right side to pop out the memory and remove it. Remove the other memory. Chapter 3...

  • Page 76: Removing The Bluetooth Module

    Removing the Bluetooth Module Remove the screw securing the Bluetooth module. Remove the Bluetooth connector from the mainboard. Remove the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth wire groove. Remove the Bluetooth module from the main unit. Remove the two screws securing the Bluetooth bracket. Remove the Bluetooth module from the Bluetooth bracket.

  • Page 77: Disassembling The Main Unit Into Upper Case And Lower Case

    Disassembling the Main Unit into Upper Case and Lower Case Disconnect the power cable from the mainboard. Remove the three screws securing the middle cover on the rear panel. Open the notebook. Release the clasp of middle cover and remove the middle cover from the main unit. Remove the two screws securing the keyboard.
  • Page 78 Disconnect the LCD cable from the mainboard as shown. Remove the two screws on left and right hinges. Remove the LCD module from the main unit and be careful to pull the antenna out. 10. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. 11.
  • Page 79 14. Disconnect the LID switch cable from the mainboard. 15. Disconnect the MIC wire cable from the mainboard. 16. Unlatch the touchpad board FFC and disconnect the touchpad board FFC from the mainboard. 17. Lift up the upper case to separate the upper and lower case. Chapter 3...

  • Page 80: Disassembling The Lcd Module

    Disassembling the LCD Module Remove the four screw caps from the LCD module. Remove the four screw securing the LCD bezel. NOTE: For LCD module with CCD, please refer to following steps. Remove the six screw caps for the LCD module. Remove the six screws securing the LCD module.
  • Page 81 For LCD with CCD, remove the 11 screws securing the LCD panel. Lift up the inverter board. DIsconnect the inverter cables from the inverter board and remove the inverter board. Remove the LCD panel from the LCD cover. Remove the two screws securing the left LCD brackets. 10.
  • Page 82 14. Disconnect the LCD cable and remove the LCD cable from the LCD panel. 15. This completes the LCD module disassembly. Remove the CCD module Remove the five screws securing the CCD brackets and remove the CCD brackets Lift the CCD plastic bracket up. Remove the CCD module.

  • Page 83: Reassembling The Lcd Module

    Reassembling the LCD Module Connect the LCD cable to the LCD panel. Place the tape on the LCD cable. Place the right LCD bracket back to the LCD panel Secure the right LCD bracket with the two screws. Place the left LCD bracket back to the LCD panel Secure the left LCD bracket with the two screws.
  • Page 84 10. Place the LCD bezel back to the LCD module. Push each side of the bezel to make it clip to the LCD cover well. 11. Secure the LCD bezel with four screws. 12. Place the four screw caps back. 13.

  • Page 85: Hdd Disassembly & Reassembly

    HDD disassembly & Reassembly Remove the four screws securing the HDD bracket. Remove the HDD bracket from the HDD. Place the HDD bracket back to the HDD. Secure the HDD with the four screws. This completes HDD module disassembly and reassembly. Chapter 3...

  • Page 86: Odd Disassembly & Reassembly

    ODD disassembly & Reassembly Remove the four screws securing the ODD module. Remove the ODD bracket from the ODD. Place the ODD bracket back to the ODD. Secure the ODD with the four screw. This completes ODD module disassembly and reassembly. Chapter 3...

  • Page 87: Chapter4 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test this model. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. Duplicate symptom and obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.

  • Page 88: System Check Procedures

    System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board. If the error still remains: Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. Replace the main board.

  • Page 89: Power System Check

    Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources: Remove the battery pack. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by the battery pack.

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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 92: Index Of Error Messages

    Index of Error Messages Error Message List Error Messages Struck Key System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Invalid System Configuration Data Operating system not found FRU/Action in Sequence See “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check”...
  • Page 93 Error Message List No beep Error Messages Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on an external CRT. Power-on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST.

  • Page 94: Phoenix Bios Beep Codes

    Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps Verify Real Mode Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Disable shadow and execute code from the ROM. 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...
  • Page 95 Code Chapter 4 Beeps Initialize I20 support 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 Enable USB devices...
  • Page 96 Code Beeps Test and initialize PS/2 mouse 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 97 Code Chapter 4 Beeps Initialize notebook docking late Force check (optional) Extended checksum (optional) Redirect Int 15h to enable remote keyboard Redirect Int 13h to Memory Technologies Devices such as ROM, RAM, PCMCIA, and serial disk. Redirect Int 10h to enable remote serial video Re-map I/O and memory for PCMCIA Initialize digitizer and display message.

  • Page 98: Index Of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message

    Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed.

  • Page 99: Pcmcia-Related Symptoms

    Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can’t be charged or discharged System hang during POST PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PC Card cannot be inserted or ejected Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Memory count (size) appears different from actual size.

  • Page 100: Peripheral-Related Symptoms

    Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system doesn't resume from hibernation/ standby mode. The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the lid of the portable computer. Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than 90%. System hangs intermittently. Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the...
  • Page 101 Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Internal modem does not work correctly. Internal LAN does not work correctly NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 97. Chapter 4 Action in Sequence Phone cable...

  • Page 102: 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 diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.

  • Page 103: Undetermined Problems

    System Check” on page 83): 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 104: Chapter5 Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View RJ11/RJ45 VRAM Charger IC Battery Connector LCD + PC Camera Connector CPU Power Converter IC Clock Gen Touch Pad +Phone Jack Connector Keyboard Connector USB 2.0 X 2 Modem Connector 5V/3V Converter IC EC Controller Audio Codec 5-in-1...

  • Page 105: Bottom View

    Bottom View RJ11/RJ45 USB 2.0 X1 DC Jack Mini Card VRAM Battery Connector Connector LAN Controller VGA Power IC Connector North Bridge NB Power IC USB 2.0 X2 Bluetooth CON. Mini PCI Card South Bridge PCMCIA PATA/SATA Card Audio AMP RTC Batt DDR II Memory Connector...

  • Page 106: Chapter6 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 to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it.

  • Page 107: Exploded Diagram

    Exploded Diagram Item Description LCD bezel LCD hinge-left LCD hinge-right LCD cover CCD module(optional) CCD cover(optional) Middle cover Keyboard Upper case Battery Item Description Screw M2.5*6-I(BNI)(NYLOK) Screw M2.5*5.0-I(NI)(NYLOK) Screw M2.0*3.0-I-NI-NYLOK ODD holder LCD cable Touchpad board to mainboard cable Bluetooth cable Chapter 6...
  • Page 108 HDD cover Bluetooth bracket Heatsink cover Item Part Name 15.4” w/ CCD LCD cover(Aspire) ACER logo(Aspire) 15.4” wide w/ CCD LCD knob 15.4” wide w/ CCD LCD latch CCD latch BK-L CCD latch BK-R LCD spring 15.4 w/ CCD cover shield screw M2.5*3.0-I(BNIXNYLOK)EP...
  • Page 109 Item Part Name screw M2.0*3.0-I(NIXNYLOK) CCD cable maylar cable assy CCD (5P/4P/R2A) L-F Item Part Name camera V-UBDOEM1(CMOS module, 1.3M) LCD rubber-1 CCD bezel rotect Chapter 6...

  • Page 110: Part List

    Part List CATEGORY ADAPTER ADAPTER "ADAPTER DELTA - 65W, SADP-65KB DBRF YELLOW 1.7X5.5X11 LF" ADAPTER "ADAPTER LITEON - 65W, PA-1650-02 QY YELLOW 1.7X5.5X11 LF" ADAPTER "ADAPTER LSE - 65W, SLS0335A1957 LF YELLOW 1.7X5.5X11 LF" BATTERY "LI-MN BODENSEE 4CELL2.0 (SANYO PACK 2,000MAH Y)" BATTER SONY 4 CELL LI LIP4084QUPC SY6 4S1P 2.0A LF BATTERY SIMPLO PACK 4 CELL LI-...
  • Page 111 CATEGORY BLUETOOTH CABLE FFC CABLE - TP TO MB FFC CABLE - TP TO TP BOARD CABLE POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS CABLE POWER CORD EU 3 PIN ROHS CABLE POWER CORD PRC (3 PIN) CABLE POWER CORD (UK) CABLE POWER CORD DANISH (3 PIN) CABLE POWER CORD AF-S (INDIA)
  • Page 112 CATEGORY CASE/COVER/BRACKET UPPER CASE W/TP ASSEMBLY CASE/COVER/BRACKET LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER ASSEMBLY CASE/COVER/BRACKET HEATSINK COVER ASSEMBLY DUMMY-NEW CARD CPU/PROCESSOR CPU/PROCESSOR CPU INTEL YONAH CORE DUO FSB- 667 1.66G 2M SL8VR CPU/PROCESSOR CPU INTEL YONAH CORE DUO FSB- 667 1.83G 2M SL8VQ CPU/PROCESSOR CPU INTEL YONAH CORE DUO FSB- 667 2.0G 2M SL8VP...
  • Page 113 CATEGORY CASE/COVER/BRACKET ODD HOLDER FIX ZB1 ASSEMBLY CASE/COVER/BRACKET ZB1 ODD BEZEL ASSY G/B SUPER ASSEMBLY MULTI DVD RW DRIVE DVD SUPER MULTI PIONEER SLOT- IN ASSY DVD RW DRIVE DVD SUPERDRIVE DVR-K06RS FW:1.01 CASE/COVER/BRACKET OPTICAL DEVICE HOLDER ASSEMBLY CASE/COVER/BRACKET ODD BEZEL ASSY ASSEMBLY HDD/HARD DISK DRIVE PARTNAME...
  • Page 114 CATEGORY HDD(40G) ST9402112A 9AH417-188 HDD(40G)HTS421240H9AT00 60G HGST 2.5 4200RPM HAKONE-A F/W :A70G HDD(60G) ST960812A 9AH432-188 HDD(60G) ST96812A 9W3882-188 HDD(60G)HTS541060G9AT00 HDD(60GB)MK6034GAX-CZK FW:AC101A "80G SEAGATE 2.5"" 4200RPM ST980829A LF N2.2 FW:3.06" 80G HGST 2.5 4200RPM HAKONE-A F/W:A70G HDD(80G)HTS541080G9AT00 HDD(80GB)MP0804H FW:YS200-05 HDD(100G) ST9100825A 9AH439-188 HDD(100G) ST9100824A 9W3039-188 HDD(100GB)MK1032GAX CZK HDD(120G) ST9120824A 9AH434-188...
  • Page 115 CATEGORY KEYBOAED AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON US International AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Chinese AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Spanish AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Thai AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Brazilian Protugese AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Korea AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON German AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Italian AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON French AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Swiss/G...
  • Page 116 CATEGORY LCD MODULE 15.4 WXGAG 16MS GLARE W/CCD-0.3M LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG QDI QD15TL07- 02 GLARE 16MS LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG CMO N154I2- L02 GLARE 16MS LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG AU B154EW02- V1 GLARE 16MS LCD INVERTER BOARD CABLE LCD CABLE ASSY - 15.4 IN. W/CCD CASE/COVER/BRACKET "LCD COVER - 15.4 IN.
  • Page 117 CATEGORY "ZL1 15.4""-WIDE LCD BEZEL ASSY" CASE/COVER/BRACKET LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L ASSEMBLY CASE/COVER/BRACKET LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R ASSEMBLY LCD MODULE 15.4 WXGAG NON- GLARE W/ANTENNA LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG QDI QD15TL07- 01 NON-GLARE BOARD LCD INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN.
  • Page 118 CATEGORY SO-DIMM DDRII533 512MB GU33512AGEPN612C SDIMM 512M SAMSUNG M470T6554CZ3-CD5 SO-DIMM DDRII 533 512MB HYMP564S64BP6-C4 LF SO-DIMM DDRII533 1GB NT1GT64U8HA0BN-37B LF SO-DIMM DDRII533 1GB GU331G0AGEPN6E2C LF SO-DIMM DDRII533 1GB M470T2953CZ3-CD5 LF MAINBOARD MAINBOARD MAINBOARD ATI RC410 UMA PATA W/ READER W/O CPU MEMORY MAINBOARD MAINBOARD ASSY(M52P/128MB) MAINBOARD...

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