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Ferrari 1200 Series

Service Guide
Service guide files and updates are available
on the ACER/CSD web; for more information,
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http://csd.acer.com.tw
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  • Page 1: Ferrari 1200 Series

    Ferrari 1200 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 Ferrari 1200 Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2008 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 7: Table Of Contents

    Acer eRecovery Management ........27...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Removing the Lower Cover ........65 Removing the DIMM .
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Appendix B Test Compatible Components Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test ......150 Appendix C Online Support Information Index...

  • Page 11: System Specifications

    Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules • Display and graphics 12.1" WXGA (200-nit) Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD with white LED backlight, 1280 x 800 pixel • resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™...
  • Page 12 • S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers • MS-Sound compatible • Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones featuring beam forming, echo • cancellation, and noise suppression technologies Communication Acer Video Conference, featuring Acer Crystal Eye webcam •...

  • Page 13: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram PCB Layer Stackup L1: Component L2: GND L3: Signal Project code:91.4BA01.001 L4: VCC PCB P/N :08225 DDR2 SODIMM L5: GND DDR II 667/800 DIMM1 L6: Signal Port Replicator L7: GND Giffin DDR2 SODIMM L8: Component DDR II 667/800 S1g2 Socket DIMM2 CPU V_CORE...

  • Page 14: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new Ferrari computer. Front View Icon Item Description Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. webcam Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output.
  • Page 15 Click buttons (left The left and right buttons function like the left and right) and right mouse buttons. Acer Bio- Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Protection Acer FingerNav 4-way control function. fingerprint reader Easy-launch Buttons for launching frequently used program.

  • Page 16: Closed Front View

    Closed Front View Icon Item Description 4-pin IEEE 1394 Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. port Headphones/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, speaker/line-out headphones). jack with S/PDIF support Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Microphone-in Accepts input from external microphones.

  • Page 17: Right View

    Left View Icon Item Description Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based port network. 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). ExpressCard/54 Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.
  • Page 18 Icon Item Description Modem (RJ-11) Connects to a phone line. port Chapter 1...

  • Page 19: Rear View

    Rear View Icon Item Description Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot computer security lock. Acer EasyPort I Connects to Acer EasyPort IV. connector External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). Chapter 1...

  • Page 20: Base View

    Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch Memory Houses the computer’s main memory. compartment Acer Disk Anti- Protects the hard disk drive from shorcks and Shock Protection bumps. (DASP) Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after and cooling fan prolonged use.

  • Page 21: Bluetooth Optical Mouse

    Bluetooth optical mouse Icon Item Description Left click button Press the left button to perform selection and execution functions. Scroll wheel To scroll up or down a page. Right click button Press the right button to perform selection and execution functions. Status indicator Indicates the Bluetooth connection/pairing status and the mouse’s battery status.
  • Page 22 Flashing - Power low Blinking - Switched on but not connected to an Acer Laptop. LED-Blue Flashing - Busy pairing Blinking - Connected to an Acer laptop Flip Flip out the internal microphone. Volume up/down Increases/decreases the sound volume or button scroll up/down a page.

  • Page 23: Indicators

    Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. Icon Function Description Power Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.

  • Page 24: Touchpad Basics

    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. Press Ferrari World to browse the Ferrari World website.
  • Page 25 Function Left Button (1) Right Button Main touchpad (2) Select Click once. Tap once. Drag Click and hold, then use Tap twice (at the same speed finger on the touchpad to as double-clicking a mouse drag the cursor. button); rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor.

  • Page 26: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special 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 27: Windows Keys

    Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description Windows Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: <...

  • Page 28: Hot Keys

    Icon Function Description <Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. <Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology. <Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology.

  • Page 29: Special Key

    Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.

  • Page 30: Acer Empowering Technology

    Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently.
  • Page 31 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. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information.

  • Page 32: Acer Epower Management

    To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management".

  • Page 33: Battery Status

    To switch between power plans: Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop-down list. Click "Apply". To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can also turn on/off system components to extend battery life.

  • Page 34: Acer Eaudio Management

    Acer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game" mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound from just 2 speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. "Music" mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail.

  • Page 35: Acer Edatasecurity Management (For Selected Models)

    Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an 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 data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Page 36 The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password. This password will be used to encrypt files by default, or you can choose to enter your own password when encrypting a file.

  • Page 37: Acer Elock Management

    Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can't be stolen while your system is unattended. Removable Storage Devices — includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 •...

  • Page 38: Acer Esettings Management

    Reinstall applications/drivers • NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your Acer ezDock.

  • Page 39: Windows Mobility Center

    The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status.
  • Page 40 Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu. • Chapter 1...

  • Page 41: Using The System Utilities

    Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. 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.

  • Page 42: 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 located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti-virus utility that can protect against viruses, keeping your data safe and secure.
  • Page 43 Select Run Scan to scan your system. When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. NOTE: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals.

  • Page 44: Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    AMD RS780M+SB700 CPU package Socket S1 Power Consumption 31 to 35W Processor Specification System Cache Processor# CPU Speed Cores Mfg Tech Package Acer PN Bus Speed Size RM-70 2.0 GHz 3600MHz 65nm SOI 1000KB Socket KC.TRM0 2.70K RM-72 2.1 GHz...
  • Page 45 ° ° OS shut down at 105 C; H/W shot down at 110 .C BIOS Item Specification BIOS vendor Phoenix BIOS Version 1.02 (MP version) BIOS ROM type SST/AMD 1MB CMOS Boot Block Flash Memory BIOS ROM size 1M byte FLASH ROM SST BIOS package 10-lead TSOP (10mmx20mm) Supported protocols...
  • Page 46 Memory Combinations Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 768MB 256MB 1024MB 1280MB 256MB 2048MB 2304MB 512MB 256MB 768MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 512MB 2048MB 2560MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB...
  • Page 47 Item Specification Chipset Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology, or Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Data throughput 11~54 Mbps, up to 270 Mbps for Draft-N Protocol 802.11b+g, Draft-N...
  • Page 48 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Voltage 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% tolerance Super-Multi Drive module Item Specification Vendor & model name PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 9.5mm Slot DL 8X UJ-875 Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained: Sustained:...
  • Page 49 Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek ALC883 Azalia and Amplifier Maxim MAX9710 & MAX4411 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)
  • Page 50 Keyboard Item Specification Keyboard controller NS PC97541V Total number of keypads 84-/85-key Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes simultaneously Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name Panasonic 3S2P Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 6Cell 2.9 MAH...
  • Page 51 LCD 12.1” inch Item Specification ° Temperature Range( C) 0 to +50 Operating -20 to +60 Storage (shipping) AC Adaptor Item Specification Input rating 90V AC to 264V AC, 47Hz to 63Hz Maximum input AC current 1.7A Inrush current 220A@115VAC 220A@230VAC Efficiency 82% min.
  • Page 52 Chapter 1...

  • Page 53: 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 54: Navigating The Bios Utility

    Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the left and right arrow keys. • To choose an item, use the up and down arrow keys. •...

  • Page 55: Information

    Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. NOTE: The system information is subject to different models. Parameter Description CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. CPU Speed This field shows the speed of the CPU. IDE0 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master.

  • Page 56: Main

    Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n A d v a n c e d...
  • Page 57 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 58: Advanced

    Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to set the serial, infrared and parallel ports. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n A d v a n c e d...

  • Page 59: Security

    Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n A d v a n c e d...

  • Page 60: 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 Clear or Set User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set Clear...

  • Page 61: Removing A Password

    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 Password box appears: Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.
  • Page 62 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. Chapter 2...

  • Page 63: 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. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n A d v a n c e d...

  • Page 64: Exit

    Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. P h o e n i x Tr u s t e d C o r e ( t m ) S e t u p U t i l i t y I n f o r m a t i o n M a i n A d v a n c e d...

  • Page 65: 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 66: Remove Hdd/Bios Utility

    Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: If you key in wrong HDD password for three time, “HDD password error code” would display on the • screen. See the image below. If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE •...
  • Page 67 Remove BIOS Password: If you key in wrong Supervisor Password for three time, “System Disabled” would display on the • screen. See the image below. Chapter 2...
  • Page 68 If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem, you can run BIOS_PW.EXE • Key in “bios_pw 14452 0” Choose one upper-case string Reboot the system and key in “qjjg9vy” or “07yqmjd” to BIOS user password. • Chapter 2...
  • Page 69 Chapter 2...
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  • Page 71: Disassembly Requirements

    Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...

  • Page 72: General Information

    General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions 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. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.

  • Page 73: External Module Disassembly Process

    External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below 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 74: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Turn base unit over. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). Removing the SD dummy card Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.

  • Page 75: Removing The Expresscard Dummy Card

    Pull it out from the slot. Removing the ExpressCard dummy card Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it. Pull it out from the slot. Removing the Lower Cover See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. Chapter 3...

  • Page 76: Removing The Dimm

    Remove the three captive screws on the lower cover. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover. Remove the lower cover from the lower case. Removing the DIMM See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover”...

  • Page 77: Removing The Wlan Board Modules

    Push out the latches on both sides of the DIMM socket to release the DIMM. Remove the DIMM module. Removing the WLAN Board Modules See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board.

  • Page 78: Removing The Hard Disk Drive Module

    Move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the two screws (F) on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (2) Black 1.6 kgf-cm Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly.
  • Page 79 Slide out the hard disk drive module from the bay. NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. Remove the four screws (C) securing the hard disk to the bracket. Step Size (Quantity) Color...

  • Page 80: Main Unit Disassembly Process

    Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT KEYBOARD A x 2 MIDDLE COVER Ax4, Fx2 LCD MODULE B x 2, A x 10 F x 1 UPPER CASE B x 2 B x 2 FINGERPRINT MAIN TOUCH PAD...

  • Page 81: Removing The Keyboard

    Removing the Keyboard See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. Push down on the lock and release the latches securing the keyboard to the upper case. Carefully pry loose the keyboard and turn it over on the touchpad area. Chapter 3...

  • Page 82: Removing The Middle Cover

    Remove the adhesive strip over the connector. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board to remove the keyboard. Removing the Middle Cover See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. Chapter 3...
  • Page 83 See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 71. Disconnect the switch connector from the mainboard. Remove the two screws (A) securing the middle cover. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2.5 x L6 (2) Black 3.0 kgf-cm Chapter 3...

  • Page 84: Removing The Lcd Module

    Carefully pry loose the middle cover and remove it from the system. Removing the LCD Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 67. See “Removing the Keyboard”...
  • Page 85 Remove the two screws (F) from the left hinge cover and carefully pry loose and remove the left hinge cover. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (2) Black 1.6 kgf-cm Carefully pry loose the latch on the right hinge cover; close the LCD panel and then pull up the right hinge cover to remove.
  • Page 86 Carefully pull out the wireless antenna cables from the hole and remove any adhesive tapes securing the cables. Chapter 3...
  • Page 87 Remove the large adhesive tape by the battery bay area and carefully pull the wireless antenna cables throught the routing hole. Disconnect the LCD cable connector from the main board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 88: Separating The Upper Case From The Lower Case

    10. Remove the four screws (A) from the left and right hinge of the LCD module. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2.5 x L6 (4) Black 4.0 kgf-cm 11. Carefully remove the LCD module from the base unit. NOTE: When connecting the cable back to the unit, please note that the cable should be routed well. Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case See “Removing the Battery Pack”...
  • Page 89 11. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the TPAD1 on the main board. 12. Remove the thirteen screws (2 x B, 10 x A, 1 x F) on the bottom and top panel. Chapter 3...

  • Page 90: Removing The Button Board

    Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L3 (2) Black 1.6 kgf-cm M2.5 L6 (4) Black 3.0 kgf-cm M2 x L4 (1) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 8~13 M2.5 L6 (6) Black 3.0 kgf-cm 13. Gently remove the upper case from the lower case. Removing the Button Board See “Removing the Battery Pack”...
  • Page 91 See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 72. 10. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 74. 11. See “Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case” on page 78. 12. Release the latch and disconnect the two cables from the button board. Chapter 3...
  • Page 92 13. Disconnect the fingerprint cable from the button board. Chapter 3...
  • Page 93 14. Remove the two screws (B) securing the button board bracket and remove the button board bracket together with the button board. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L3 (2) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 15. Remove the one screw (B) and remove the button board from the bracket. Chapter 3...

  • Page 94: Removing The Fingerprint Board Module

    Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L3 (1) Black 1.6 kgf-cm Removing the Fingerprint Board Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover”...
  • Page 95 13. Remove the adhesive tape. 14. Remove the three screws (B) securing the fingerprint module to the upper case. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L3 (3) Black 1.6 kgf-cm 15. Remove the fingerprint board module from the upper case. Chapter 3...

  • Page 96: Removing Thetouch Pad Board Module

    Removing theTouch Pad Board Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 66. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...

  • Page 97: Removing The Optical Drive Module

    Removing the Optical Drive Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 66. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...
  • Page 98 14. Remove the one screw (G) securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L2.5 (1) Black 1.6 kgf-cm Chapter 3...

  • Page 99: Removing The Main Board

    Removing the Main Board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the DIMM” on page 66. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules”...
  • Page 100 14. Disconnect the bluetooth cable from the BLUE1 on the main board. 15. Disconnect the modem cable from the MDCDK1 on the main board. 16. Disconnect the cable from the modem board. Chapter 3...
  • Page 101 17. Disconnect the cable from the card reader board. 18. Remove the three screws (D) securing the main board in place. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2.5 x L4 (3) Black 3.0 kgf-cm 19. Carefully remove the main board. Chapter 3...

  • Page 102: Removing The Cpu And Vga Heatsink Module

    Removing the CPU and VGA Heatsink Module See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the DIMM”...

  • Page 103: Removing The Cpu

    15. Carefully lift up the heatsink module. Removing the CPU See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the DIMM”...

  • Page 104: Removing The Modem Board

    15. Lift up carefully to remove the CPU. NOTE: When installing the CPU, make sure to install the CPU with PIN 1 at the corner as shown. Removing the Modem Board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card”...

  • Page 105: Removing The Speaker Modules

    13. Remove the one screw (E) securing the modem card. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (1) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm 14. Remove the modem board from the main board. Removing the Speaker Modules See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card”...
  • Page 106 12. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 89. 13. Remove any adhesive tape securing the speaker cables. 14. Remove the two screws (F) holding the left and right speakers. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (2) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm Chapter 3...

  • Page 107: Removing The Card Reader Board

    15. Remove the left and right speakers from the upper case. Removing the Card Reader Board See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page 64. See “Removing the ExpressCard dummy card” on page 65. See “Removing the Lower Cover”...
  • Page 108 13. Remove the one screw (E) securing the bracket to the card reader board. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (1) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm 14. Remove the bracket from the card reader board. 15. Remove the card reader board from the lower case. Chapter 3...

  • Page 109: Lcd Module Disassembly Process

    LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD MODULE DISASSEMBLY LCD MODULE LCD BEZEL LCD ASSEMBLY LCD BACK PANEL LCD FPC LEFT LCD RIGHT LCD CABLE BRACKET BRACKET ANTENNAS CAMERA Screw List Item Screw Color Part No. M2 x L4 Black 86.00G58.725 M2 x L4...

  • Page 110: Removing The Lcd Bezel

    Removing the LCD Bezel See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 67. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 71. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 72. See “Removing the LCD Module”...
  • Page 111 Carefully pry open the LCD bezel and place the bezel on top of the LCD panel. 10. Disconnect the microphone cable and remove the bezel from the LCD panel. Chapter 3...

  • Page 112: Removing The Lcd Module With The Brackets

    Removing the LCD module with the Brackets See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 67. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 71. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 72. See “Removing the LCD Module”...

  • Page 113: Removing The Fpc Cable

    Remove the six screws (I) securing the LCD module. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L4 (6) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm 10. Remove the LCD with the brackets from the back cover. Removing the FPC Cable See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover”...
  • Page 114 Disconnect the inverter board cable from its connector. 10. Detach the acetic tapes holding the FPC cable from the LCD panel and detach the acetic tape securing the FPC connector. Chapter 3...

  • Page 115: Removing The Lcd Brackets

    11. Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Brackets See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 67. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 71. See “Removing the Middle Cover”...

  • Page 116: Removing The Antennas

    10. Remove the four screws (J) securing the left and right LCD brackets to remove the brackets. Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque M2 x L3 (4) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm Removing the Antennas See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover”...
  • Page 117 10. Remove the tapes holding the antenna cables in place and release the cables from the latches. 11. Remove the antenna cables from the back cover. Chapter 3...

  • Page 118: Removing The Web Camera

    Removing the Web Camera See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 64. See “Removing the Lower Cover” on page 65. See “Removing the WLAN Board Modules” on page 67. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 71. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 72. See “Removing the LCD Module”...

  • Page 119: 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 120: 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 121: Memory Check

    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 doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

  • Page 122: 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 123: Touchpad Check

    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 124: 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 125: Index Of Error Messages

    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 126 Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence System timer error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.
  • Page 127 Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator turns off and Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power LCD is blank. System Check” on page 111.. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM.
  • Page 128 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 129: Phoenix Bios Beep Codes

    Code Beeps POST Routine Description Advanced configuration of chipset registers Load alternate registers with CMOS values Initialize interrupt vectors POST device initialization 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...
  • Page 130 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Detect and install external RS232 ports Configure non-MCD IDE controllers Detect and install external parallel ports Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices Re-initialize onboard I/O ports Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Area Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller...
  • Page 131 Code Beeps POST Routine Description Prepare Boot Initialize DMI parameters Initialize PnP Option ROMs Clear parity checkers Display MultiBoot menu Clear screen (optional) Check virus and backup reminders Try to boot with INT 19 Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) Initialize error logging Initialize error display function Initialize system error handler PnPnd dual CMOS (optional)
  • Page 132 Code Beeps Boot to Mini DOS Clear Huge Segment Boot to Full DOS Chapter 4...
  • Page 133 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 LCD contrast cannot be adjusted work).

  • Page 134: Index Of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message

    Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power System Check” on page 111. Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. System board Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack”...
  • Page 135 Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system doesn't resume from See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 41. hibernation mode. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board The system doesn't resume from standby See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 41. mode after opening the LCD.
  • Page 136 Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. Modem phone port modem combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems”...
  • Page 137 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 138: Intermittent Problems

    System Check” on page 111.): 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 •...

  • Page 139: Undetermined Problems

    Chapter 4...
  • Page 140 Chapter 4...

  • Page 141: Jumper And Connector Locations

    Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top and Bottom View Chapter 5...

  • Page 142: Clearing Password Check And Bios Recovery

    Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Ferrari 1100. Ferrari 1100 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery. Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Hardware...
  • Page 143 • If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is cleared. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. NOTE: The steps are only for clearing BIOS Password ( Supervisor Password and User Password ). Chapter 5...

  • Page 144: Bios Recovery By Crisis Disk

    BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS. It is used to boot up the system with minimum BIOS initialization. Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed.

  • Page 145: Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    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 146: Ferrari 1200 Exploded Diagram

    Ferrari 1200 Exploded Diagram Chapter 6...
  • Page 147 Ferrari 1200 FRU List Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. Adapter ADAPTER DELTA 65W 19V 1.7X5.5X11 AP.06501.022 YELLOW SADP-65KB DFJ LED LF ADAPTER LITE-ON 65W 1.7X5.5X11 PA- AP.06503.016 1650-02AC LF LEVEL 4 ADAPTER LITE-ON 65W 19V 1.7X5.5X11 AP.06503.023...
  • Page 148 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM-01059-004 56.FR901.001 BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BCM2045 BT.21100.005 V2 T60H928.11 VOIP PHONE FOR FERRARI7 LC.VIP00.016 MINI WLAN/B FOXCONN 802.11BGN NI.23600.007 ATHEROS XB63 BG T60H976.00 FW:V06 MINICARD WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BG XB63 NI.23600.028...
  • Page 149 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. POWER CORD 10A 3PIN BK DENMARK 27.01518.561 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN DENMARK 27.01518.671 POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN BK SOUTH 27.01518.571 AFRICA POWER CORD 16A 250V SOUTH AFRICA 27.01518.681 POWER CORD 10A 250V SWISS 27.01518.581...
  • Page 150 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. FINGERPRINT BOARD BRACKET 33.FR901.002 CARDREADER BRACKET 33.FR901.003 HINGE COVER LEFT 42.FR901.003 HINGE COVER RIGHT 42.FR901.004 FINGERPRINT PAD COVER 42.FR901.005 DUMMY NEW CARD FOR FERRARI7 42.FR901.006 UNITLOAD COVER 42.FRA01.001 SD DUMMY CARD 42.TKJ01.001...
  • Page 151 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. LOWER CASE W/MODEM&DC-IN 60.FRA01.001 CABLE&SPEAKER UPPER CASE W/FINGER PRINT HOLE 60.FRA01.002 MIDDLE COVER 42.FR901.001 Speaker SPEAKER 23.FRA01.001 CPU/Processor CPU AMD TURIONX2 RM70 PGA 2.0G 1M KC.TRM02.70K 638 35W GRIFFIN B1 CPU AMD TURIONX2 ZM80 PGA 2.1G 2M KC.TZM02.800...
  • Page 152 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. ASSEMBLY SUPLER MULTI SLOT-IN 6M.FRA01.001 MODULE 8X OPTICAL BRACKET SUPPORT 33.FR901.005 OPTICAL BRACKET 33.FRA01.001 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE 8X 9.5MM KU.00807.063 SLOT-IN PANASONIC UJ867 LF W/O BEZEL SATA HDD Module HDD HOLDER 42.FRA01.002...
  • Page 153 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA WD KH.32008.013 WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0 ML125 F/ W:01.01A01 Heatsink CPU HEATSINK WITH FAN 60.FRA01.003 UPPER CASE THERMAL PIPE 60.FRA01.004 Keyboard KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 84KS BLACK US KB.INT00.171 KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 84KS BLACK KB.INT00.172...
  • Page 154 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 88KS BLACK KB.INT00.188 JAPANESE KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 85KS BLACK KB.INT00.189 ITALIAN KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 84KS BLACK KB.INT00.190 ISRAEL KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 85KS BLACK KB.INT00.192 HUNGARIAN KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 84KS BLACK KB.INT00.193 GREEK KEYBOARD 12KB-FV1 85KS BLACK KB.INT00.194...
  • Page 155 Category Part Name and description ACER PART NO. LCD/CAMERA CABLE 12.1" 50.FRA01.001 CAMERA 0.3M SUYIN CN0314-SN30- 57.TQ901.001 OV03-1 CAMERA 0.3M CHICONY 57.TQ901.002 CNF701721004971L LCD COVER 1 2.1" W/LOGO&ANTENNA 60.FR901.005 LCD BEZEL 12.1" W/CAMERA HOLE & MIC 60.FRA01.005 LED LCD AUO 12.1" WXGA GLARE LK.12105.014...
  • Page 156 LCD SCREW RUBBER LEFT 47.FR901.009 RUBBER FOOT FRONT SMALL RIGHT 47.FR901.005 FOR FERRARI7 RUBBER FOOT FRONT SMALL LEFT FOR 47.FR901.006 FERRARI7 LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.FRA01.001 Pointing Device ACER FERRARI 7 MOUSE MS_F7 MS.20700.006 BLUETOOTH Screw SCREW 86.00C07.220 SCREW 86.00E33.736 SCREW 86.00E92.724 SCREW 86.00F22.722...
  • Page 157 Chapter 6...

  • Page 158: Ferrari 1200 Series

    Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration Ferrari 1200 Series Appendix A...

  • Page 159: 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 XP Home, Windows XP Pro environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

  • Page 160: Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test

    Specification CRT Port Test CRT Monitor Acer 211c 21”, ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19” LCD Monitor Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b, Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500 Projector Dell 3300MP USB Port Test USB Keyboard/Mouse...
  • Page 161 Item Specification PCMCIA Test LAN/Modem Card TDK CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32-Bit CBE-10/100BTX Storage Card Hitachi Microdrive 4G 1394 Card Buffalo 1394 Interface Cardbus (IFC-ILCB/DV) USB2.0 Card IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10/100 Wireless Lan Card Cisco Wireless LAN Card 802.11a (Not recommended for wireless ready NETGEAR Wireless LAN card 802.11a model) ISDN Card...
  • Page 162 Appendix B...

  • Page 163: 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 164 Appendix C...

  • Page 165: Index

    Index hotkeys AFLASH Utility Antennas Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index Audio Euro External CD-ROM Drive Check External Module Disassembly Battery Pack Flowchart BIOS package password control Features ROM size Fingerprint Board ROM type vendor Flash Utility Version fpc cable BIOS Supports protocol FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 39–51 BIOS Utility...
  • Page 166 LCD Brackets System Check Procedures LCD Module Disassembly System Memory Flowchart System Utilities LCD with the Brackets lower cover Test Compatible Components Main Unit Disassembly Touch Pad Board Flowchart touchpad Mainboard hotkey media access Touchpad Check on indicator Troubleshooting Memory Check Model Definition Modem Board Undetermined Problems...

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