Acer 3610 Personal Computer User Manual

Aspire 3610 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

Revision History

Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 3610 service guide.

Date

2005/07/21

2005/10/24

Chapter 1

Chapter

Chapter 1

Updates

Revise information on “Hardware Specification and

Configurations”.

Revise battery vendor and specification on page 24.

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.

Disclaimer

The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.

Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.

Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation.

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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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.

Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems.

Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures.

Preface

Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.

This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.

Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a 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.

Chapter 1 System Specifications 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Board Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

An Aspire tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Closed Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Launch Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Touchpad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Special Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Chapter 2 System Utilities 29

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Removing the Memory/the HDD Module/the Wireless LAN Card/ the ODD Module and the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Removing the Memory and the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Removing the Wireless LAN Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Removing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly . . . . . . .49

Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Disassembling the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Disassembling the External Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Disassembling the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Chpater 4 Troubleshooting 55

System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

External Diskette Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

External CD-ROM Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Memory check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Power System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Touchpad Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Index of Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Chpater 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 73

Aspire 3610 Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Chapter 1

System Specifications

Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:

Platform and memroy

Intel

Pentium

M 725A Processor (2 MB L2 cache, 1.6GHz, 400MHz FSB)

Intel

Celeron M 360/370/380 Processor (1 MB L2 cache, 1.40/1.50/1.60GHz, 400MHz FSB)

Intel

910GML+ICH6M

Two DIMM slots support 128MB to 2GB system memory

Display

Thim-Film Transistor (TFT) displaying at : t

15.0” XGA (1024 x 768) t

15.4” WXGA (1280 x 800) t

15.4” WXGA (1280 x 800) Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD

Intel

GMA 900 graphics with up to 128MB of shared memory supporting, Microsoft

DirectX

9.0

Dual independent display support

MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability

Storage subsystem

40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive

Optical drive options: t

DVD-Dual double layer drive t

DVD/CD-RW combo drive

Input devices

88/89-key keyboard

Built-in touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button

Four easy-launch buttons

Two front-access buttons: WLAN LED-button and Bluetooth

LED-button

Audio

Audio system with two built-in speakers

Sound Blaster Pro

and MS-Sound compatible

Built-in microphone

Communication

Modem: 56K ITU V.92 modem with PTT approval; wake-on ring ready

LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet (for selected models); wake-on-LAN ready

Chapter 1 1

WLAN (manufacturing option): integrated Acer InviLink

802.11b/g WI-Fi

CERTIFIED

TM solution; Acer SignalUp technology support

WPAN (manufacturing option): integrated Bluetooth

Human-centric design and ergonomics

Rugged, yet extremely portable design

Stylish appearance

Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys

Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device

Internet 4-way scroll button

I/O Ports

Four USB 2.0 ports

Ethernet (RJ-45) port

Modem (RJ-11) port

Extternal display (VGA) port

Microphone/line-in jack

Headphones/speakers/line-out port

Type II PC Card slot

DC-in jack for AC adaptor

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System Block Diagram

CLK GEN.

IDT CV125

DDR II

400 MHz

11,12

DDR II

400 MHz

11,12

400MHz

Line In

Int.

MIC In

Codec

ALC655

ACLINK

B C D

AS3610/TM2410 Block Diagram

Mobile CPU

Project Code:91.4E101.001

PCB:05210-SB

Dothan

G792

4, 5

RGB

HOST BUS 400MHz

CRT

CONN

Intel 910GML

LVDS

LCD

XGA/WXGA

DMI I/F

6,7,8,9,10

100MHz

PCI BUS

ENE

CB1410

24,25

PWR SW

CP2211

PCMCIA

ONE SLOT

Line Out

INT.SPKR

OP AMP

G1421B

MODEM

MDC Card

ICH6-M

LAN

10/100

RTL8110CL

22, 23

Mini-PCI

802.11 B/G

TXFM

RJ45

15,16,17,18

LPC BUS

KBC

ENE KB3910

Xbus BIOS ROM

4M BITS

PM39LV040-70JCE

HDD

CD ROM

USB

4 PORT

Blue-tooth

Touch

Pad

INT_KB

Acer Incorporated

8F, 88, Sec.1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih

Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Title

Size

Custom

Document Number

Date: Thursday, June 09, 2005

MORAR

Sheet 1

E of

Rev

A B C D

SYSTEM DC/DC

TPS5130

35,36

INPUTS OUTPUTS

DCBATOUT

3D3V_S5

5V_S5

1D05V_S0

2D5V_S0(LDO)

SYSTEM DC/DC

ISL6227

INPUTS OUTPUTS

DCBATOUT

5V_S5

3D3V_S3

TPS51100DGQ

DDR_VREF

5V_S5

DDR_VREF_S3

CHARGER

ISL6255

INPUTS OUTPUTS

DCBATOUT

BT+

16.8V 3A

CPU DC/DC

ISL6218CV-T

INPUTS OUTPUTS

VCC_CORE

DCBATOUT

0.844~1.3V

27A

Chapter 1 3

Board Layout

Top View

LCD1

MIC1

LCD Cable Connector

Microphone Cable Connector

LID1 Lid Switch Cable Connector

BLUE1 Bluetooth Cable Connector

KB1 Keyboard Connector

TPAD1 Touchpad FFC Connector

BAT1

U14

U20

RTC1

PCH1

SPK1

Battery Pack Connector

ENE KB3910SF C1

RTL8100CL

RTC Battery Connector

PC Card Slot

Speaker Set Connector

Chapter 1

Bottom View

NOTE: This is engineering sample. The image above may not be exactly the same as the real main board you get.

DC1

LAN1

USB1

CRT1

MDCW

MDC

Power Jack

Ethernet Port+Modem Jack

USB port

External Display Connector

Modem Cable Connector

Modem Board Connector

Chapter 1

ODD1

FAN1

USB2

USB3

USB4

ODD Connector

Fan Connector

USB Port

17 U49 South Bridge(Intel FW82801FBM

F518NC87)

U35

DM2

DM1

U45

HDD

CPU Socket

DIMM Slot1

DIMM Slot2

North Bridge (Intel 910GML)

HDD Connector

Jumper Settings

Pin1-Pin8

Pin2-Pin7

Pin3-Pin6

Pin4-Pin5

PIN Description

Clear Password

No Function

U59

LIN1

ENE CB-1410QF

Microphone/Line-in Jack

LOUT1 Headphones/Speakers/Line-Out Jack

U53 BIOS ROM

6 Chapter 1

An Aspire tour

Front View

Chapter 1

# Item

Icon

Power button

Microphone

Keyboard

Touchpad

Item

Display screen

Click buttons (left, center and right)

Palmrest

Description

Easy-launch Buttons

Status indicators

Description

Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output.

Turns the computer on and off.

Internal microphone for sound recording.

For entering data into your computer.

Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.

The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons; the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button.

Buttons for launching frequently used programs.

Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer’s function and components.

Comfortable support area for our hands when you use the computer.

# Item Description

"Launch keys" on page 10

Closed Front View

# Icon

Icon

Item

Speakers

Item

Bluetooth

® communication button/ indicator

Description

Description

Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.

Press to enable/disable Bluetooth function.

Lights to indicate the status of Bluetoothcommunications (manufacturing option).

Wireless communication button/ indicator

Microphone/Line-in jack

Press to enable/disable Wireless function.

Lights to indicate the status of wireless

LAN communications. (manufacturing option).

Accepts input from external microphones.

Headphones/

Speakers/Line-Out jack

Battery indicator

Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones).

Lights when the battery is being charged

Power indicator

Lights when the computer is on.

Latch Locks and releases the lid.

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Left View

Icon Item

3 USB 2.0 Ports

PC Card slot

Description

Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).

Accepts Type II PC Card.

PC Card slot eject button

Ejects the PC Card for the slot

Right View

Icon Item

Optical drive

Description

Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type.

Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.

Optical drive eject button

Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off.

Chapter 1 9

Rear Panel

Icon Item

Security Keylock

Description

Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.

Power jack Connects to an AC adaptor.

Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to a Fast Ethernet network.

Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line.

USB 2.0 port

External display

(VGA) port

Ventilation slots

Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).

Connects a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).

Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.

10 Chapter 1

Bottom Panel

Item

Memory bay

Battery lock

Battery release latch

Battery bay

Cooling fan

Wireless LAN and hard disk bay

Description

Houses the computer’s main memory.

Locks the battery in place.

Releases the battery for removal.

Houses the computer’s battery pack.

Helps keep the computer cool.

Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.

Houses the computer’s WLAN and hard disk (secured with three screws).

Indicators

The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel.

Chapter 1 11

The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed.

Icon Function

Cap lock

Description

Lights when Cap Lock is activated

Num lock

Media Activity

Bluetooth

Wireless LAN

Battery

Power

Lights when Num Lock is activated.

Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is active.

Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.

Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.

Lights up when the battery is being charged.

Lights up when the computer is on.

NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.

Launch Keys

Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. The are: mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering key “ “ and one user-programmable button.

Press “ “ to run the Acer eManager. Please see “Acer eManager”. The mail and Web buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys, run the Acer Launch Manager.

12 Chapter 1

Launch key

Mail

Web browser

Default application

Email application (user-programmable)

Internet browser (user-programmable)

Acer eManager (user-programmable)

User-programmable

Touchpad

The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support.

Touchpad Basics

The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:

Chapter 1 13

Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.

Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.

Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button.

Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.

Function

Execute

Left Button (1)

Click twice quickly

Right Button

(4)

Main touchpad

(2)

Tap twice (at the same speed as doubleclicking the mouse button)

Center button (3)

Select

Drag

Click once

Click and hold, then use finger to drag the cursor on the touchpad

Tap once

Tap twice (at the same speed as doubleclicking a mouse button) then hold finger to the touchpad on the second tap to drag the cursor.

Access context menu

Scroll

Click once

Click and hold to move up/down/left/right.

NOTE: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response.

Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad’s responsiveness.

Chapter 1

Using the Keyboard

The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys 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

Caps Lock

Num lock

Scroll lock

Description

When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.

When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator

(complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /).

Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution would be to connect an external keypad.

When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some applications.

The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys.

Desired Access

Number keys on embedded keypad

Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad

Main keyboard keys

Num Lock On

Type numbers in a normal manner.

Hold <Shift> while using cursor-control keys.

Hold <Fn> while typing letters on embedded keypad.

Num Lock Off

Hold <Fn> while using cursor-control keys.

Type the letters in a normal manner.

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Chapter 1 15

Key

Windows key

Application key

Icon Description

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 function:

+ <Tab> Activates next taskbar button.

+ <E> Opens the My Computer window

+ <F1> Opens Help and Support.

+ <F> Opens the Find: All Files dialog box.

+ <R> Opens the Run dialog box.

+ M Minimizes all windows.

<Shift>+ action.

+ <M> Undoes the minimize all windows

This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application’s context menu.

Hot Keys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.

To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

Hot Key

Fn-F1

Fn-F2

Fn-F3

Icon Function

Hot key help

Description

Displays help on hot keys.

Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager.

Acer ePowerManagement

Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager.

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Fn-F7

Fn-F8

Fn-w

Fn-y

Hot Key

Fn-F4

Fn-F5

Fn-F6

Fn-x

Fn-z

Icon

Sleep

Function Description

Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

Display toggle

Screen blank

Touchpad toggle

Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.

Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.

Press any key to return.

Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

Volume up

Volume down

Increases the speaker volume.

Decreases the speaker volume.

Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness

Special Key

You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.

To type:

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The Euro symbol

Open a text editor or word processor.

Either directly press the <Euro> symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the<5> symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.

The US dollar sign

Open a text editor or word processor.

Either directly press the <Dollar> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.

NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.

NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.

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Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor

CPU type

Item

Core logic

CPU package

CPU core voltage

Specification

Intel

Pentium

M 725A Processor (2 MB L2 cache, 1.6GHz, 400MHz

FSB)

Intel

Celeron M 360/370/380 Processor (1 MB L2 cache, 1.40/1.50/

1.60GHz, 400MHz FSB)

Intel

910GML+ICH6M

Intel socketable 478pin Micro-BGA

1.34 (highest frequency mode) to 0.988V (low frequency mode)

0.726V (deeper sleep mode)

BIOS

BIOS vendor

BIOS Version

BIOS ROM type

Item

BIOS ROM size

BIOS package

Supported protocols

Specification

Phneoix

3A03

PMC PM39LV040, 512KX8 CMOS Boot Block Flash Memory

512KB Flash BIOS

32-pin PLCC

ACPI 1.0b, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, IEEE1284-ECP/EPP, PCI 2.2, PnP

1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, USB 2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable, IEEE 1394

Set by setup manual BIOS password control

Second Level Cache

Item

Cache controller

Cache size

1st level cache control

2st level cache control

Cache scheme control

System Memory

Item

Memory controller

Memory size

DIMM socket number

Supports memory size per socket

Supports maximum memory size

Supports DIMM type

Supports DIMM Speed

Supports DIMM voltage

Supports DIMM package

Memory module combinations

Specification

Built-in CPU

2MB for Intel

Pentium

M 725A Processor

1MB for Intel

Celeron M 360/370/380 Processor

Always enabled

Fixed in write-back

Specification

Built-in Intel

910GML

0MB (no on-board memory)

2 sockets

1024MB

2G (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module)

DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM

400 MHz

1.8V and 0.9V

200-pin soDIMM

You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications.

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Memory Combinations

Slot 1

256MB

512MB

0MB

128MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

0MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

Slot 2

384MB

512MB

768MB

1280MB

640MB

768MB

1024MB

1536MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

256MB

384MB

640MB

1152MB

1024MB

1152MB

1280MB

1536MB

2048MB

Total Memory

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

Chipset

Supports LAN protocol

Item

LAN connector type

LAN connector location

Features

Specification

Realtek 8110CL

10/100Mbps

RJ45

Rear side

Integrated 10/100 BASE-T transceiver

Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0

PCI v2.2

Modem Interface

Item

Data modem data baud rate (bps)

Supports modem protocol

Modem connector type

Modem connector location

Bluetooth Interface

Item

Chipset

56K

V.92

RJ11

Rear side

Broadcom

Specification

Chapter 1

Bluetooth Interface

Item

Data throughput

Protocol

Interface

Connector type

Specification

723 bps (full speed data rate)

Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified).

USB 1.1

Mini-USB

Wireless Module 802.11b/g (optional device)

Item

Chipset

Data throughput

Protocol

Interface

Atheros/Broadcom

11~54 Mbps

802.11b+g

Mini-PCI type II

Specification

Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item

Vendor &

Model Name

HGST HTS424040M9AT00/

Toshiba Pluto MK4025GAS/

Seagate ST94019A

Capacity (MB) 40000

Bytes per sector

512

Data heads 2

HGST MORAGA

IC25N060ATMR04-0

Toshiba Pluto MK6025GAS

Seagate 960821A

60000

512

3 (for Hitachi and Seagate)

4 (for Toshiba)

Drive Format

Disks

Spindle speed

(RPM)

4200 RPM

Performance Specifications

Buffer size 2048KB

Interface

Max. media transfer rate

(disk-buffer,

Mbytes/s)

ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6

372

Data transfer rate

(host~buffer,

Mbytes/s)

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

DC Power Requirements

Voltage tolerance

5V(DC) +/- 5%

4200 RPM

8192KB

ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6

350

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

5V(DC) +/- 5%

HGST MORAGA

IC25N080ATMR04-0

SEAGATE ST9808210A

80000

512

4 (for Hitachi)

3 (for Seagate)

4200 RPM

8192KB

ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6

350

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

5V(DC) +/- 5%

Combo Drive Interface

Item

Vendor & model name

Specification

DVD/CDRW KME UIDA760 (24x24x8x24x)

DVD/CDRW QSI SBW-242C (24x24x8x24x)

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Combo Drive Interface

Item

Performance Specification

Transfer rate (KB/sec)

Buffer Memory

Interface

Applicable disc format

Loading mechanism

With CD Diskette

Sustained:

Max 3.6Mbytes/sec

2MB

Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible

Specification

With DVD Diskette

Sustained:

Max 10.8Mbytes/sec

DVD: DVD-ROM, (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18),DVD-R (read, single border), DVD-RW, DVD-RAM (2.6GB, 4.7GB)

CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-R, CD-RW Photo (Multisession)

Video CD, CD-Extra, (CD+), CD-test

Load: Manual

Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)

(b) Release by ATAPI command

5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)

Power Requirement

Input Voltage

DVD-Dual Interface

Item

Vendor & model name

Performance Specification

Transfer rate (KB/sec)

Buffer Memory

Interface

Applicable disc format

Loading mechanism

Specification

DVD Dual HLDS GWA-4040N

With CD Diskette

Sustained:

Max 3.6Mbytes/sec

With DVD Diskette

Sustained:

Max 10.8Mbytes/sec

2MB

Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible

Support disc formats

1. Reads data in each CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-1, Video CD, CD-Extra and

CD-Text

2. Reads data in Photo CD (single and Multi-session)

3. Reads standard CD-DA

4. Reads and writes CD-R discs

5. Reads and writes CD-RW discs

6. Reads and writes in each dVD+R/RW (Ver. 1.1)

7. Reads data in each DVD-ROM and DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for Authoring)

8. Reads and writes in each DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for general), DVD-RW and

DVD+R/RW (Ver1.1)

Load: Manual

Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)

(b) Release by ATAPI command

5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)

Power Requirement

Input Voltage

Audio Interface

Item

Audio Controller

Audio onboard or optional

Mono or Stereo

Resolution

Specification

ALC655

Built-in

Stereo

16 bit stereo digital to analog converter

16 bit stereo analog to digital converter

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Audio Interface

Item

Compatibility

Mixed sound source

Voice channel

Sampling rate

Internal microphone

Internal speaker / Quantity

Video Interface

Item

Chipset

Package

Interface

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port

Video Memory

Chipset

Memory size

Interface

Item

USB Port

Item

Chipset

USB Compliancy Level

OHCI

Number of USB port

Location

Serial port function control

PCMCIA Port

Item

PCMCIA controller

Supports card type

Number of slots

Access location

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port

Supports 32 bit CardBus

System Board Major Chips

Item

Core logic

Chapter 1

Specification

AC97

Line-in, CD

8/16-bit, mono/stereo

44,1 KHz (48K byte for AC97 interface)

Yes

Yes/2

Specification

Built-in Intel

910GML

35.5 mm x 40 mm 1257 pin mBGA internal PCIE

Yes

Built-in Intel

910GML

64MB/128MB

DDR2

Specification

Built-in ICH6-M

2.0

USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller

4 three on the left side; one on the rear side

Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup

Specification

ENE CB1410

Type-II

One type-II

Left panel

No ZV support

Yes

Intel

910GML+ICH6-M

Controller

System Board Major Chips

Item

VGA

LAN

USB 2.0

Super I/O controller

MODEM

Bluetooth

Wireless 802.11 b+g

PCMCIA

Audio

Keyboard

Item

Keyboard controller

Total number of keypads

Windows logo key

Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously

Battery

Item

Vendor & model name

Battery Type

Pack capacity

Number of battery cell

Package configuration

Normal voltage

Charge voltage

LCD 15 inch

Item

Vendor & model name

Screen Diagonal (mm)

Active Area (mm)

Display resolution (pixels)

Pixel Pitch

Pixel Arrangement

Display Mode

Controller

Built in Intel

910GML

RealTek 8110CL

Built in ICH6-M

This model does not employ Super I/O controller since it does not have FIR, IEEE 1394 function

Built-in ICH6-M

Broadcom

Atheros/Broadcom

ENE CB1410

ALC655

Specification

KB 3910

88-/89-key

Yes

Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes

Specification

Sanyo 4UR18650F-2-QC140

Panasonic CGR-B/8B5AE

Li-ion

4400 mAh for 8cell; 4000mAh for

4cell

8/4

4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel

14.4V

16.8+-0.2v

Specification

AU:

B150XG01

381

304.1x228.1

1024x768 XGA

0.297x0.297

R.G.B. Vertical

Stripe

Normally White

QDI

QD15XL06-01

15.0 inches

304.1x228.1

1024x768 XGA

0.099x0.297

R.G.B. Vertical

Stripe

Normally White

Hannstar

HSD150PX14-A07

15.0 inches

304.1x228.1

1024x768 XGA

0.297x0.297

R.G.B. Vertical

Stripe

Normally White

Chapter 1

LCD 15 inch

Item

Typical White Luminance (cd/m

) also called Brightness

Luminance Uniformity

Contrast Ratio

Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall

Time)msec

Nominal Input Voltage VDD

Typical Power Consumption (watt)

Weight

Physical Size(mm)

Electrical Interface

Support Color

Specification

180 (5 point average)

150 (5 point average)

N/A

300

24/11

15/35

+3.3V Typ.

5.6/5.7

550

317.3x242.0x6.0

1 channel LVDS

262K colors (RGB

6-bit data driver)

Viewing Angle (degree)

Horizontal: Right/Left

Vertial: Upper/Lower

40/40

10/30

Operating

Storage (shipping)

0 to +50

-20 to +60

160

N/A

300

8/17

+3.3V

3.96

570

317.3x242.0x5.9

1 channel LVDS

262,144

45/45

15/35

0 to +50

-25 to +60

LCD 15 inch and 15.4 inch

Item

Vendor & model name

Screen Diagonal (mm)

Active Area (mm)

Display resolution (pixels)

Pixel Pitch

Pixel Arrangement

Display Mode

Typical White Luminance (cd/m

) also called Brightness

Luminance Uniformity

Contrast Ratio

Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall

Time)msec

Nominal Input Voltage VDD

Typical Power Consumption (watt)

N/A

250

10/20(typ)

Weight

Physical Size(mm)

Electrical Interface

Specification

LG LP150X08-A3

15.0 inches, 38.1cm

304.1x228.1

1024x768 XGA

0.297x0.297

R.G.B. Vertical

Stripe

Transmissive mode, normally White

150

LG LP154W01-

A5K2

15.4 inches

331.2x207.0

1280x800 WXGA

0.25875x0.25875

R.G.B. Vertical

Stripe

Transmissive & normally White

150

300

30/30

+3.3V

4.3 for backlight unit only

540

317.3x242.1x6.0

1 channel LVDS

+3.3V

5.36

585

344x222.0x6.35 max

1 channel LVDS

150

250

10/25

3.3V

N/A

600

317.3x242.0x6.5

1 channel LVDS

262,144

40/40

20/40

0 to +50

-20 to +60

CHIMEI N154I1-

L07

390.1

331.2x207.0

1280x800 WXGA

0.25875x0.25875

R.G.B. Vertical

Stripe

Normally White

190

N/A

500

10/20

+3.3V Typ.

4.22 for backlight unit

625

344x222.0x6.35 max

1 channel LVDS

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LCD 15 inch and 15.4 inch

Item

Support Color

Viewing Angle (degree)

Horizontal: Right/Left

Vertial: Upper/Lower

Operating

Storage (shipping)

LCD Inverter

Item

Vendor & model name

Brightness conditions

Input voltage (V)

Input current (mA)

Output voltage (V, rms)

Output current (mA, rms)

Output voltage frequency (k Hz)

AC Adaptor

Item

Input rating

Maximum input AC current

Inrush current

Efficiency

System Power Management

ACPI mode

Mech. Off (G3)

Soft Off (G2/S5)

Working (G0/S0)

Suspend to RAM (S3)

Save to Disk (S4)

Specification

262K

45/45

15/35

0 to +50

-20 to +60

262K

45/45

15/35

0 to +50

-20 to +60

Darfon/V189-301GP

N/A

9~21

2.56 (max)

780V (2000V for kick off)

6.5 (max)

65K Hz (max)

Specification

90V AC to 264V AC, 47Hz to 63Hz

1.7A

220A@115VAC

220A@230VAC

82% min. @115VAC input full load

262K colors (RGB

6-bit data driver)

45/45

15/35

0 to +50

-20 to +60

Power Management

All devices in the system are turned off completely.

OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely.

Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state.

CPU set power down

VGA Suspend

PCMCIA Suspend

Audio Power Down

Hard Disk Power Down

CD-ROM Power Down

Super I/O Low Power mode

Also called Hibernation Mode. System saves all system states and data onto the disc prior to power off the whole system.

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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. Please also refer to Chapter 4

Troubleshooting when problem arises.

To activate the BIOS Utility, press

m

during POST (when “Press <F2> to enter Setup” message is prompted on the bottom of screen).

Press m to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to “disabled”. If you want to change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set the parameter to “enabled”.

Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

CPU Type :

Intel (R) Pentium (R) M processor 1.86GHz

CPU Speed :

IDE1 Model Name :

1866MHz

TOSHIBA MK8025GAS - (PM)

IDE1 Serial Number :

IDE2 Serial Number :

None

IDE2 Model Name : PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K15RA - (PS)

System BIOS Ver:

VGA BIOS Ver

KBC Ver

Serial Number

V0.06A

1277

07.07 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

22 Byte

Asset Tag Number N/A

Produce Name Aspire 3610

32 Byte

Manufacturer Name: Acer

16 Byte

UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

16 Byte

32 Byte

F1 Help

↑ ↓

Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit

→

Select Menu Enter Select

Sub - Menu F10 Save and Exit

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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.

A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press e to expand this item.

Press ^ while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.

In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing t. You can also press u to save any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item

Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values. Please

note that system information is subject to different models.

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Information

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

CPU Type :

CPU Speed :

IDE1 Model Name :

Intel (R) Pentium (R) M processor 1.86GHz

1866MHz

TOSHIBA MK8025GAS - (PM)

IDE1 Serial Number : None

IDE2 Model Name : PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K15RA - (PS)

IDE2 Serial Number :

None

System BIOS Ver:

VGA BIOS Ver

V0.06A

1277

KBC Ver

Serial Number

07.07 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Asset Tag Number N/A

22 Byte

Produce Name Aspire 3610

32 Byte

Manufacturer Name: Acer

16 Byte

UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

16 Byte

32 Byte

F1 Help ↑ ↓ Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit

→

Select Menu Enter Select

Sub - Menu F10 Save and Exit

NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.

Parameter

CPU Type

IDE1 Model Name

IDE1 Serial Number

IDE2I Model Name

IDE2 Serial Number

System BIOS ver

VGA BIOS Ver

KBC Ver

Serial Number

Asset Tag Number

Product Name

Manufacturer Name

UUID Number

Description

This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system.

This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master.

This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master.

This field displays the mofel name of devices installed on secondary IDE master. The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system.

This field shows the serial number of devices installed on secondary IDE master.

Displays system BIOS version.

This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system.

This field shows the keyboard

This field displays the serial number of this unit.

This field displays the asset tag number of the system.

This field shows product name of the system.

This field displays the manufacturer of this system.

This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is presenting.

UUID=32bytes

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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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Information

Main

Security Boot Exit

System Time:

System Date:

System Memory:

Extended Memory:

Video Memory

Quiet Boot:

Power on display:

Network boot

F12 Boot Menu

D2D Recovery

Item Specific Help

[09:25:48]

[07/08/2005]

640 KB

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or

<Enter> selects field.

Shows system base memory size

510 MB

[128MB]

Shows extended memory size

VGA memory size

[Enabled]

[Auto ]

[Enabled]

[Disabled]

[Enabled]

F1 Help ↑ ↓ Select Item Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit

←

Select Menu Enter Select

Sub -Menu F10 Save and Exit

NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ.

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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.

Parameter

System Time

System Date

System Memory

Extended Memory

VGA Memory

Quiet Boot

Power on display

Network Boot

F12 Boot Menu

D2D Recovery

Description

Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24-hour format.

Sets the system date.

Format/Option

Format: HH:MM:SS

(hour:minute:second) System Time

Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year)

System Date

This field reports the memory size of the system.

Memory size is fixed to 640MB

This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in the system.

Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB

Shows the VGA memory size. VGA Memory size=64/128MB

Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or not; shows Summary Screen is disabled or enabled.

Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and

Summary Screen is disabled.

Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and

Summary Screen is enabled.

Auto: During power process, the system will detect if any display device is connected on external video port. If any external display device is connected, the power on display will be in CRT

(or projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in

LCD only mode.

Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated

LCD screen and the system’s external video port

(for an external CRT or projector).

Enables, disables the system boot from LAN

(remote server).

Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST.

Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to factory defaults.

Option:

Enabled

or Disabled

Option:

Auto

or Both

Option:

Enabled

or Disabled

Option:

Disabled

or Enabled

Option:

Enabled

or Disabled

NOTE: The sub-items under each device will not be shown if the device control is set to disable or auto. This is because the user is not allowed to control the settings in these cases.

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Security

The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.

Information Main

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Security

Boot

Exit

User Password is :

Supervisor Password is :

Set User Password

Set Supervisor Password

Primary HardDisk Security

Password on Boot

Clear

[Enter]

[Disabled]

Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password controls accesses of the whole setup utility.

It can be used to boot up when Password on boot is enabled.

Help

↑ ↓

Select Item

F5/F6

Change Values

Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

← →

Enter

Sub-Menu

F10

Save and Exit

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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.

Parameter

User Password is

Supervisor Password is

Set User Password

Set Supervisor Password

Primary HardDisk Security

Password on Boot

Description

Shows the setting of the user password.

Shows the setting of the Supervisor password

Press Enter to set the user password. When user password is set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The user can enter Setup menu only and does not have right to change the value of parameters.

Press Enter to set the supervisor password.

When set, this password protects the BIOS

Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The user can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of parameters.

Enables or disables primary hard disk security function.

Defines whether a password is required or not while the events defined in this group happened. The following sub-options are all requires the Supervisor password for changes and should be grayed out if the user password was used to enter setup.

Option

Clear

or Set

Clear

or Set

Disabled

or Enabled

NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don’t forget your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it.

Setting a Password

Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password:

Use the w andy keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The

Set Supervisor Password box appears:

Type a password in the “Enter New Password” field. The password length can not exceeds 8 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, not case sensitive). Retype the password in the “Confirm New

Password” field.

IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen.

Press e.

After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.

If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter.

When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Removing a Password

Follow these steps:

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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.

The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to “Clear”.

When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Changing a Password

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.

Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field.

Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.

If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.

When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

If the verification is OK, the screen will display as following.

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.

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If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.

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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.

Information

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Security

Boot

+Hard Drive

Floppy Devices

CD-ROM/DVD Drive

Network Boot

Exit

Item Specific Help

Keys used to view or configure devices:

<Enter> to expands or collapses devices with a + or -

<F5> and <F6> moves the device up or down.

Help

↑ ↓

Select Item

F5/F6

Change Values

Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

← →

Enter

4 Sub-Menu

F10

Save and Exit

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Exit

The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Information Main Security

Exit

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Disarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Discard Changes

Save Changes

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Help

↑ ↓

Select Item

F5/F6

Change Values

Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

← →

Enter

4 Sub-Menu

F10

Save and Exit

The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

Parameter

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

Load Setup Default

Discard Changes

Save Changes

Description

Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.

Load default values for all SETUP item.

Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.

Save Setup Data to CMOS.

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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.

NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.

NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded.

Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.

Prepare a bootable diskette.

Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette.

Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function.

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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

Tweezers

NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.

When you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.

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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.

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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.

Start

Battery

Lower Case

Speaker Set

Middle Cover

Lower Case

Assembly

O*2

Main Board

Assembly

Memory

H*2

DIMM Cover

E*1

ODD Module

P*1

Keyboard

J*2 on bottom side

K*2 on top side

LCD Module

E*1 on upper case assemby

E*12 on bottom side

F*3 on bottom side

A*2 on rear side

RTC Battery

HDD Bracket

Upper Case

Assembly

H*3

HDD Cover

O*4

HDD Module

M*4

Wireless LAN

Microphone

Card

HDD

Bluetooth

Module

Upper Case

Touchpad

Assembly

N*3

86.9A353.3R0*2

North Bridge

Plate

C*1

D*2

CPU Heatsink

CPU

86.9A353.3R0*2

Modem Board Fan

O*2

ODD Module

G*2

Touchpad

Bracket

Touchpad

ODD ODD Bracket

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LCD Module

4 screw caps

J*4 for 15"

J*8 for 15.4"

LCD Bezel

I*2 I*2

LCD Inverter

LCD Panel

LCD

Assembly

G*8

LCD

LCD Wire

Cable

LCD Brackets

Screw List

Item

Description

SCW HEX NYL I#R-40/O#4-40 L5.5

SCREW MACH WAFER M2*L4 NI

CPU SCREW M2.5*4.3L (2.3 KG)

CPU SCREW M2.5*4.3L (1.55 KG)

SCREW M2.5-6

SCRW M2.5*L8(NON NYLOK)

SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC-420325

SCREW

SCREW M2.5*4L(NYLOCK)BLACK ZN

SCREW M2.5X6

SRW M2.5*8L B/ZN NYLOK 700

SCRW M2.5*L3(NON NYLOK)

SCREW M3x4(86.9A524.4R0)

SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3

SCRW M2*4 WAFER NI

SCRW M2.5*3 WAFER NI

Part Number

34.00015.081

86.00059.220 (PC Card slot x4)

86.00D01.230

86.00D02.230

86.9A323.6R0

86.9A323.8R0

86.9A352.3R0

86.9A352.4R0

86.9A353.4R0

86.9A353.6R0

86.9A353.8R0

86.9A523.3R0

86.9A524.4R0

86.9A552.3R0

86.9A552.4R0

86.9A553.3R0

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Removing the Battery Pack

Unlock the battery lock.

Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.

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Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the Memory/the

ODD Module and the LCD Module

Removing the Memory and the HDD Module

Remove the three screws fastening the HDD cover.

Detach the HDD cover carefully.

Disconnect the wireless antenna.

Pop out the wireless LAN card then remove it. (Note: This engineering sample does not have wireless

LAN card. Therefore, the image does not show wireless LAN antenna/wireless LAN card. Please refer to below section “How to Remove the Wireless LAN Card for more details).

Remove four screws fastening the HDD module.

Pull the HDD module backwards then detach it.

How to Remove the Wireless LAN Card

Disconnect the main and the auxiliary antennae.

Pop out the wireless LAN card then remove it.

Removing the Memory

Remove the two screws fastening the DIMM cover.

Then detach the DIMM cover.

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Pop out the memory.

Remove the memory from the DIMM socket.

Removing the ODD Module

Remove the screws fastening the ODD module as shown.

Use a flat headed screwdriver to push the ODD module outwards then remove it.

Removing the LCD Module

Open the notebook as the impage shows.

Detach the middle cover carefully as shown.

Remove the screw holding the keyboard.

Turn over the keyboard as shown.

Disconnect the keyboard cable then remove the keyboard.

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Pull out the wireless LAN antenna from the main unit as shown.

Take out the LCD cable from the main unit then disconnect the cable.

Remove two screws fastening the LCD module.

Remove another two screws on the bottom as shown.

10. Then detach the entire LCD module cautiously.

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Disassembling the Main Unit

Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly

Disconnect the touchpad cable from the main board.

Disconnect the microphone cable then remove the microphone.

Remove one screw holding the upper case and the lower case assembly.

Then remove 13 screws on the bottom as shown.

NOTE: Screw type for red circle is M2.5x8; and screw type for yellow circle is M2.5x6.

Open the upper case assembly as shown.

After you open the upper case assembly, please disconnect the lid switch cable.

Raise upright the upper case assembly as shown then detach it.

Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly

Disconnect the touchpad FFC.

Remove the three screws fastening the touchpad bracket.

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Detach the touchpad bracket carefully.

Then detach the touchpad from the touchpad bracket.

Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly

Disconnect the bluetooth cable then remove the bluetooth module.

Disconnect the speaker set cable from the main board.

Remove two screws fastening the main board to the lower case.

Remove two hex screws holding the main board on the rear side.

Then take out the main board from the lower case carefully.

Disconnect the fan cable.

Remove two screw that hold the system fan then remove it.

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Disconnect the modem board cable from the main board.

Remove the two screws holding the modem board then detach the modem board.

10. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem board.

11. Remove the three screws holding the CPU heatsink then remove it.

12. Use a flat headed screwdriver to release the CPU socket lock (see two pictures below).

13. Remove the CPU from the socket carefully.

14. Remove the two screws fastening north bridge plate then remove it.

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15. Remove the three screws fastening the speaker set.

16. Tear off the tape holding the speaker set.

17. Take out the speaker set from the lower case. This completes main unit disassembly.

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Disassembling the LCD Module

Remove the four screw caps as shown.

Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel.

Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module.

Remove the two screws fastening the LCD inverter.

Take out the LCD inverter from the LCD cover, then disconnect the LCD cable from the inverter.

Disconnect the inverter cable and remove the inverter.

Remove two screws fastening the LCD assembly.

Take out the LCD assembly from Remove another screw holding the LCD bracket on the other side.

Remove the four screws fastening the LCD left bracket then remove it.

10. Remove the four screws fastening the LCD right bracket then remove the bracket.

11. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD then remove the cable.

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Disassembling the External Modules

Disassembling the HDD Module

Remove the two screws holding the HDD bracket on one side.

Remove another two screws holding the HDD bracket on the other side.

Then take the hard disc drive out from the HDD bracket.

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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.

Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation.

Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to.

Symptoms (Verified)

Power failure. (The power indicator does not go on or stay on.)

POST does not complete. No beep or error codes are indicated.

POST detects an error and displayed messages on screen.

Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or others).

Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems).

Go To

“Power System Check” on page 57.

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 60

“Undetermined Problems” on page 72

“Error Message List” on page 61

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 60

Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 60

“Intermittent Problems” on page 71

“Undetermined Problems” on page 72

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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.

Do the following to select the test device.

Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.

See if FDD Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test.

Follow the instructions in the message window.

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.

External CD-ROM Drive Check

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM does not have any label attached to it. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail.

Do the following to select the test device:

Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.

See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test.

Follow the instructions in the message window.

If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the System board. If the error still remains:

Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

Replace the main board.

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check

Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested.

If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board.

If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test.

If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:

Reconnect the keyboard cables.

Replace the keyboard.

Replace the main board.

The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:

Numeric keypad

External keyboard

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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.

Press F2 in the test items.

Follow the instructions in the message window.

NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error.

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.

If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list:

“Check the Power Adapter” on page 58

“Check the Battery Pack” on page 59

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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.

If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 72.

If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.

NOTE: An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect.

If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter for correct continuity and installation.

If the operational charge does not work, see “Check the Battery Pack” on page 59.

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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.

Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter.

This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging.

From Hardware:

Power off the computer.

Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). See the following figure

If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery.

To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.

If the battery status indicator does not light up, remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature.

Re-install the battery pack.

If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the battery pack. If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the DC/DC charger board.

Touchpad Check

If the touchpad doesn’t work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:

Reconnect the touchpad cables.

Replace the touchpad.

Replace the system board.

After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.

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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. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.

This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.

If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 72.

The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function.

NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured.

NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter

Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.

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Index of Error Messages

Error Code List

006

010

070

071

072

110

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

System disabled.

Incorrect password is specified.

Battery critical LOW

In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down system, no message will show.

Thermal critical High

In this situation BIOS will shut down system, not show message.

Error Message List

Error Messages

Failure Fixed Disk

Stuck Key

Keyboard error

Keyboard Controller Failed

Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch

FRU/Action in Sequence

Reconnect hard disk drive connector.

“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

Hard disk drive

System board

see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 56. see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 56. see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 56.

Unlock external keyboard

Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Setup Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn BIOS ROM

System board

System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

DIMM

System board

DIMM

System board

System battery is dead - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.

System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used

RTC battery

Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.

System timer error RTC battery

Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.

System board

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Error Message List

CMOS

Error Messages

Real time clock error

Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used

Memory size found by POST differed from

Diskette drive A error

Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP

System cache error - Cache disabled

CPU ID:

DMA Test Failed

Software NMI Failed

Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed

Device Address Conflict

Allocation Error for device

Failing Bits: nnnn

Fixed Disk n

Invalid System Configuration Data

I/O device IRQ conflict

Operating system not found

FRU/Action in Sequence

RTC battery

Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.

System board

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC battery

System board

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

DIMM

System board

Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS

Setup Utility

See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page 56.

Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS

Setup Utility

System board

DIMM

System board

DIMM

System board

DIMM

System board

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC battery

System board

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC battery

System board

DIMM

BIOS ROM

System board

None

BIOS ROM

System board

Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC battery

System board

Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.

Diskette drive

Hard disk drive

System board

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Error Message List

No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.

No beep Error Messages

No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank.

No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on an external

CRT.

FRU/Action in Sequence

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 57..

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

Reconnect the DIMM.

LED board.

System board.

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 57..

Reconnect the LCD connector

Hard disk drive

LCD inverter ID

LCD cable

LCD Inverter

LCD

System board

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

LCD inverter ID

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

System board

No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST.

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

System board

No beep during POST but system runs correctly. Speaker

System board

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Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes

Code

28h

29h

2Ah

2Ch

2Eh

20h

22h

24h

26h

17h

18h

1Ah

1Ch

12h

13h

14h

16h

08h

09h

0Ah

0Bh

02h

03h

04h

06h

0Ch

0Eh

0Fh

10h

11h

2Fh

30h

3Ah

3Ch

3Dh

42h

45h

32h

33h

36h

38h

1-2-2-3

1-3-1-1

1-3-1-3

1-3-4-1

1-3-4-3

1-4-1-1

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

Load alternate registers with initial POST values

Restore CPU control word during warm boot

Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices

Initialize keyboard controller

BIOS ROM checksum

Initialize cache before memory autosize

8254 timer initialization

8237 DMA controller initialization

Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller

Test DRAM refresh

Test 8742 Keyboard Controller

Set ES segment register to 4 GB

Enable A20 line

Autosize DRAM

Initialize POST Memory Manager

Clear 215 KB base RAM

RAM failure on address line xxxx

RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus

Enable cache before system BIOS shadow

RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of memory bus

Test CPU bus-clock frequency

Initialize Phoenix Dispatch Manager

Warm start shut down

Shadow system BIOS ROM

Autosize cache

Advanced configuration of chipset registers

Load alternate registers with CMOS values

Initialize interrupt vectors

POST device initialization

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7Eh

80h

81h

82h

70h

72h

76h

7Ch

83h

84h

85h

86h

87h

88h

89h

8Ah

8Bh

67h

68h

69h

6Ah

60h

62h

64h

66h

6Bh

6Ch

6Eh

59h

5Ah

5Bh

5Ch

51h

52h

54h

58h

4Bh

4Ch

4Eh

50h

46h

48h

49h

4Ah

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Code

2-1-2-3

Beeps

2-2-3-1

POST Routine Description

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

Test for unexpected interrupts

Initialize POST display service

Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”

Disable CPU cache

Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB

Test extended memory

Test extended memory address lines

Jump to User Patch1

Configure advanced cache registers

Initialize Multi Processor APIC

Enable external and CPU caches

Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area

Display external L2 cache size

Load custom defaults (optional)

Display shadow-area message

Display possible high address for UMB recovery

Display error messages

Check for configuration errors

Check for keyboard errors

Set up hardware interrupt vectors

Initialize coprocessor if present

Disable onboard Super I/O ports and IRQs

Late POST device initialization

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

C3h

C4h

C5h

C6h

BFh

C0h

C1h

C2h

B5h

B6h

B9h

BAh

BBh

BCh

BDh

BEh

C7h

C8h

C9h

A4h

A8h

AAh

ACh

AEh

B0h

B2h

B4h

9Eh

9Fh

A0h

A2h

99h

9Ah

9Ch

9Dh

92h

93h

95h

96h

8Ch

8Fh

90h

91h

97h

98h

Code

1-2

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. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure.

Check for SMART drive (optional)

Shadow option ROMs

Set up Power Management

Initialize security engine (optional)

Enable hardware interrupts

Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives

Set time of day

Check key lock

Initialize Typematic rate

Erase F2 prompt

Scan for F2 key stroke

Enter SETUP

Clear Boot flag

Check for errors

POST done- prepare to boot operating system

One short beep before boot

Terminate QuietBoot (optional)

Check password (optional)

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)

Initialize notebook docking (optional)

Initialize notebook docking late

Force check (optional)

Extended checksum (optional)

Chapter 4

D2h

Code

E8h

E9h

EAh

EBh

ECh

EDh

EEh

EFh

E4h

E5h

E6h

E7h

E0h

E1h

E2h

E3h

F4h

F5h

F6h

F7h

F0h

F1h

F2h

F3h

Code

Beeps

POST Routine Description

Unknown interrupt

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

Initialize Memory size

Shadow Boot Block

System memory test

Initialize interrupt vectors

Initialize Run Time Clock

Initialize video

Initialize System Management Mode

Output one beep before boot

Boot to Mini DOS

Clear Huge Segment

Boot to Full DOS

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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

LCD contrast cannot be adjusted

Unreadable LCD screen

Missing pels in characters

Abnormal screen

Wrong color displayed

LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed.

Action in Sequence

Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system.

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).

LCD inverter ID

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

System board

Reconnect the LCD connector

LCD inverter ID

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

System board

LCD inverter ID

LCD inverter

LCD cable

LCD

System board

Indicator-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctly

Action in Sequence

Reconnect the inverter board

Inverter board

System board

Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Power shuts down during operation

The system doesn’t power-on.

The system doesn’t power-off.

Action in Sequence

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 57.

Battery pack

Power adapter

Hard drive & battery connection board

System board

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 57.

Battery pack

Power adapter

Hard drive & battery connection board

System board

Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 57.

Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.

System board

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Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Battery can’t be charged

Action in Sequence

See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 59.

Battery pack

System board

PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly

System board

PCMCIA slot assembly

Action in Sequence

PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.

Memory-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Memory count (size) appears different from actual size.

Action in Sequence

Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings, then reboot system.

DIMM

System board

Speaker-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound comes from the computer.

Audio driver

Speaker

System board

Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound.

Speaker

System board

Action in Sequence

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

The system will not enter hibernation

The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute.

The system doesn’t enter standby mode after closing the LCD

The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode.

The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the LCD.

Action in Sequence

See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 26.

Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard)

Hard disk drive

System board

Press Fn+

o

and see if the computer enters hibernation mode.

Touchpad

Keyboard

Hard disk connection board

Hard disk drive

System board

See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 26.

LCD cover switch

System board

See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 26.

Hard disk connection board

Hard disk drive

System board

See “Save to Disk (S4)” on page 26.

LCD cover switch

System board

Chapter 4 69

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than 90%.

System hangs intermittently.

Action in Sequence

Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours.

Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery).

Battery pack

System board

Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.

Hard disk connection board

System board

Peripheral-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

System configuration does not match the installed devices.

External display does not work correctly.

USB does not work correctly

Print problems.

Serial or parallel port device problems.

Action in Sequence

Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings”, then reboot system.

Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.

Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching

System board

Ensure the “Parallel Port” in the “Onboard Devices Configuration” of

BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled.

Onboard Devices Configuration

Run printer self-test.

Printer driver

Printer cable

Printer

System Board

Ensure the “Serial Port” in the Devices Configuration” of BIOS Setup

Utility is set to Enabled.

Device driver

Device cable

Device

System board

Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work.

Touchpad does not work.

Action in Sequence

Reconnect the keyboard cable.

Keyboard

System board

Reconnect touchpad cable.

Touchpad board

System board

Modem-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Internal modem does not work correctly.

Modem phone port modem combo board

System board

Action in Sequence

NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined

Problems” on page 72.

Chapter 4

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.

If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.

If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.

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Undetermined Problems

The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative.

Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU).

NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer.

NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power

System Check” on page 57.):

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

DIMM

CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module

PC Cards

Power-on the computer.

Determine if the problem has changed.

If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.

If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:

System board

LCD assembly

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Chapter 6

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 3610. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization).

Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service 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.

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.

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Aspire 3610 Exploded Diagram

2 3 4 5 6 7

!5!

!3!

!8!

!2:!

!33!

!2!

!22!

!29!

!24!

!28!

!27!

!31!

!23!

2 3

!:!

4 5

!6!

!7!

!32!

6 7

!26!

!25!

TDBMF!!

1/611

!4!

!21!

Aspire 3610 FRU List

ADAPTER

BATTERY

QBSU!OP

51/5D619/112

71/5D618/113

71/5F214/112

44/5F213/112

71/5F216/112

71/5F217/112

76/5F219/112

76/5D642/112

76`IEE`BTN

76`PEE`BTN

97/:B434/9S1

97/:B463/5S1

97/11D91/341

97/:B464/7S1

97/:B464/9S1

97/:B663/5S1

97/:B664/4S1

97/11D8:/341

CP/TFOB./FZ2

CP/TFOB`/C`2

Cpmtfob`/BU2

T8/.CMVF/UP2

EFTDSJQUJPO

Obnf!Qmbuf

Cpmtfob!Njeemf!Dpwfs!BTTZ

BTTZ!M.DBTF!Cpmtfob

JP!Csbdlfu!Mfgu!Bttz

EJNN!DPWFS!BTTZ

IEE!DPWFS!BTTZ

Cpmtfob!V!Dbtf!BTTZ

Bttz!MDE!26/5#!XYHB.UN

UCE

PEE!Npevmf!Bttz

TDSFX

UCE

15354.2

Cpmtfob!CBUUFSZ!BTTZ

UCE

SFW

R(UZ

SFNBSL

SBOHF

741

4191

91291

291426

426911

BOH/!UPM൐

/16

1/2

/26

1/3

1/4

1ಳ41ಳ

1/2

1/3

1/36

1/4

1/6

1/9

1/26

1/3

1/36

1/5

1/8

1/3ಳ

UPM൐

1/3

/16

/36

1/4

1/56

1/7

2/2

41ಳ71ಳ

1/2

1/3

1/5

1/7

1/6ಳ

1/2

1/26

1/5

1/9

2/3

2/6

71ಳ:1ಳ

1/6

VTS

NPEFM

2ಳ

ESO

ETO

DLE

BQQE

Npsbs

Ebwje!Xboh

Kbdl!F/D/!Difo

1731

OBNF

Npsbs!Bttz!Fyqmpef

UCE

NBUSJBM

GJOJTI

Xjtuspo!Dpsqpsbujpo

SFW FDO!OP

ESBXJOH!OP

3116

1731

EFTDSJQUJPO

EJN!JO

TIFFU

DE! Npsbs

TJHO

EP!OPU!

TDBMF!EXH

EBUF

N/A

ADAPTER 65W HIPRO HP-

OK066B13WI

ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA-1650-

02WE

ADAPTER 65W DELTA SADP-65KB

DBE

AP.0650A.005

AP.06503.008

AP.06501.007

BATTERY PACK LI+ 4CELL 2.0MAH

SANYO

BATTERY PACK LI+ 4CELL 3.0MAH

SMP

BTATTERY PACK LI+ 4CELL 2.0MAH

SONY

BATTERY PACK LI+ 8CELL 2.2MAH

SONY

BATTERY PACK LI+ 8CELL 2.2MAH

PANASONIC

RTC BATTERY

BT.00403.005

BT.00407.002

BT.00404.005

BT.00804.007

BT.00805.002

23.22019.001

BOARDS

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N/A WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BG

FOXCONN ATHEROS EU

WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BG

FOXCONNBCM4318 MURA

54.0309C.011

54.0309D.002

N/A

BLUETOOTH BOARD WNC BC92035

BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN

BCM2045

56.25004.041

56.25020.001

TOUCHPAD BOARD SYNPATICT

M61PUF1G372

56.17004.071

CABLE

N/A

MODEM BOARD FOXCONN

T60M845.01

TOUCHPAD CABLE

54.09011.641

50.4E102.001

N/A

CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY

POWER CORD 10A 125V US

COVER SWITCH CABLE

MODEM CABLE

MIDDLE COVER

6 HDD COVER

27.01518.521

50.4C506.001

50.4C504.001

60.4C507.004

60.4E106.001

3 LOWER CASE W/DIMM COVER &

SPEAKER

60.4E103.001

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Aspire 3610 FRU List

COMBO Drive

7 UPPER CASE W/COVER SWITCH

CABLE

60.4E101.001

N/A PCMCIA DUMMY CARD

N/A TOUCHPAD BRACKET

5 DIMM COVER

42.4C518.001

60.4C510.002

60.4E105.001

N/A

HINGE PACK 15.4" LEFT/RIGHT

COMBO MODULE 24X

6K.4C5CS.001

65.4E104.001

N/A OPTICAL BRACKET

N/A ODD BEZEL

33.4C511.002

60.4E108.001

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COMMUNICATION MODULE

CPU/PROCESSOR

DVD-RW DRIVE

N/A

CDRW/DVD COMBO MODULE 24X

PHILIPS SCB5265 W/O BEZEL

CDRW/DVD COMBO MODULE 24X

TOSHIBA TS-L462C W/O BEZEL

CDRW/DVD COMBO MODULE 24X

LITEON SOSC-2483K W/O BEZEL

CDRW/DVD COMBO MODULE 24X

HLDS GCC-4244N W/O BEZEL

KO.02403.007

KO.02404.005

KO.02409.006

KO.0240A.004

WIRELESS ANTENNA

BLUETOOTH ANTENNA

25.90225.001

50.4C505.001

CPU CEL-M370 1.5G MHZ INTEL

CPU DOTHAN725A 1.6GMHZ INTEL

CPU CEL-M360 1.4GMHZ INTEL

CPU CEL-M380 1.6GMHZ INTEL

CPU DOTHAN730 1.6GMHZ INTEL

CPU DOTHAN740 1.73GMHZ INTEL

CPU DOTHAN750 1.87GMHZ INTEL

CPU DOTHAN760 2GMHZ INTEL

CPU DOTHAN770 2.13GMHZ INTEL

KC.NC001.370

KC.NA001.725

KC.N0001.360

KC.NC001.360

KC.NC001.380

KC.N0001.730

KC.N0001.740

KC.N0001.750

KC.N0001.760

KC.N0001.770

DVD-RW MODUL 8X DUAL 65.4E105.001

N/A OPTICAL BRACKET 33.4C511.002

N/A ODD BEZEL 60.4E108.001

N/A

DVD-RW DRIVE 8X DUAL LITEON

SOSW-833S W/O BEZEL

DVD-RW DRIVE 8X DUAL PIONEER

DVR-K15RA W/O BEZEL

DVD-RW DRIVE 8X DUAL TOSHIBA

TS-L532U W/O BEZEL

DVD-RW DRIVE 8X DUAL HLDS

GWA-4082N W/O BEZEL

DVD-RW DRIVE DUAL PHILIPS

SDVD8441 W/O BEZEL

KU.00804.012

KU.00805.012

KU.00801.005

KU.0080D.016

KU.00809.002

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LCD

Aspire 3610 FRU List

FAN

4 FAN

HARD DISK DRIVE

HEATSINK

9 HDD MODULE 40G

N/A HDD BRACKET

23.10122.001

65.4E102.001

60.4E107.001

N/A

HDD 40G 4200PRM SEAGATE

ST94019A

HDD 40G TOSHIBA MK4025GAS

HDD 40G HITACHI

HTS424040M9AT00

HDD 40G WD WD400UE-00HCT0

HDD 40G SAMSUNG MP0402H

HDD MODULE 60G

HDD BRACKET

HDD 60G SEAGATE ST960821A

HDD 60G TOSHIBA MK6025GAS

HDD 60G HITACHI C25N060ATMR04

HDD MODULE 80G

HDD BRACKET

HDD 80G TOSHIBA MK8025GAS

HDD 80G HITACHI

IC25N080ATMR04

KH.04001.010

KH.04004.005

KH.04007.012

KH.04008.020

KH.0400B.002

65.4E101.001

60.4E107.001

KH.06001.002

KH.06004.004

KH.06007.006

65.4E103.001

60.4E107.001

KH.08004.003

KH.08007.007

CPU HEATSINK W/O FAN 60.4E114.001

Chapter 6

Aspire 3610 FRU List

8 LCD MODULE 15" XGA 65.4E106.001

N/A INVERTER BOARD 15.4" DARFON 19.21066.002

N/A LCD BRACKET 15" RIGHT

Note: The image displays LCD bracket right and left.

33.4C503.001

N/A LCD BRACKET 15" LEFT

Note: The image displays LCD bracket right and left.

33.4C504.001

N/A LCD CABLE 15" XGA FVC 50.4C510.001

N/A LCD BEZEL 15.4" W/LOGO 60.4C503.004

N/A LCD PANEL 15" W/HINGE&LOGO 60.4C519.004

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MAINBOARD

N/A LCD 15" XGA LG LP150X08-TLA2

LCD 15" XGA QDI QD150XL06-L3

LK.15008.019

LK.15009.008

N/A

LCD MODULE 15.4" WXGA

INVERTER BOARD 15.4" DARFON

LCD BRACKET 15.4" RIGHT

LCD BRACKET 15.4" LEFT

LCD CABLE 15.4" TFT WXGA

LCD BEZEL 15.4" W/LOGO

LCD PANEL 15.4" W/HINGE&LOGO

LCD 15.4" WXGA LG B154EW01 V.8

LCD 15.4" WXGA SAMSUNG

LTN154X3-L01-G

LCD 15.4" WXGA LG LP154W01-

TLA2

LCD 15.4" WXGA CHIMEI N154I1-

L07

MAINBOARD MORAR W/O CPU W/

MODEM & MODEM CABLE &

PCMCIA SLOT & RTC BATTERY

65.4E107.011

19.21066.002

33.4C501.002

33.4C502.002

50.4C509.001

60.4C502.004

60.4C518.004

LK.15405.005

LK.15406.006

LK.15408.014

LK.1540D.004

55.4E101.D02

MEMORY

N/A SDIMM 256M NANYA

NT256T64UH4A0FN-37B

N/A

SDIMM 256M HYNIX

HYMP532S64P6-C4

SDIMM 256M INFINEON

HYS64T32000HDL-3.7-A

SDIMM 256M MICRON

MT4HTF3264HY-53EB3

SDIMM 256M SAMSUNG

M470T3354BZ0-CD5

SDIMM 512 INFINEON

MHYS64T64020HDL-3.7-A

KN.25603.020

KN.2560G.006

KN.25602.023

KN.25604.027

KN.2560B.011

KN.51202.021

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MICROPHONE

KEYBOARD

N/A

SDIMM 512M NANYA

NT512T64UH8A0FN-37B

SDIMM 512M MICRON

MT8HTF6464HDY-53EB3

SDIMM 512M SAMSUNG

M470T6554BZ0-CD5

SDIMM 512M HYNIX

HYMP564S64P6-C4

SDIMM 256M MICRON

MT8HTF3264HDY-40EB3

SDIMM 512M MICRON

MT8HTF6464HDY-40EB3

SDIMM 256M MICRON

MT4HTF3264HY-40EB3

MICROPHONE

KN.51203.018

KN.51204.019

KN.5120B.008

KN.5120G.005

KN.25604.022

KN.51204.020

KN.25604.028

23.42068.001

19 KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M1D UI

99.N5982.M1D

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0U UK

KEYBOARD 88KEY SUNREX

K032130A1 UI

KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSK-

H30M02 CH

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0S SP

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON THAI

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON BRAZILIAN PROTUGESE

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON KOREA

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H30M0G GERMAN

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H30M0E I IT

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0F FRENCH

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M00 SW

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON PORTUGUESE

99.N5982.M0U

90.4C507.S1D

99.N5982.M02

99.N5982.M0S

TBD

99.N5982.M0G

99.N5982.M0E

99.N5982.M0F

99.N5982.M00

TBD

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HEATSINK

N/A

MISCELLANEOUS

PCMCIA SLOT/PC CARD SLOT

N/A

SPEAKER

N/A

N/a

N/A

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON ARABIC

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M1A BE

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0W SD

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON CZECH

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0Q HG

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0N NW

KEYBOARD 89KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0D DM

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON TURKISH

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON CANADIAN FRENCH

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON JAPANESE

KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0L GK

KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0H HB

KEYBOARD 88KEY DARFON NSK-

H3M0R RU

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON SLOVENIA

AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD

DARFON CROATIA

NORTH BRIDGE PLATE

LCD SCREW RUBBER

LOGO PLATE PANEL

LOGO PLATE BEAEL

PCMCIA SLOT

SPEAKER LEFT/RIGHT

TBD

99.N5982.M1A

99.N5982.M0W

TBD

99.N5982.M0Q

99.N5982.M0N

99.N5982.M0D

TBD

99.N5982.M0L

99.N5982.M0H

99.N5982.M0R

TBD

60.4E113.001

47.4C505.001

47.4C506.001

31.45I06.001

31.4C509.001

21.H0056.001

23.40153.001

SCREW

N/A

SCREW

34.00015.081

86.00059.220

86.00D01.230

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N/A

SCREW

86.00D02.230

86.9A323.6R0

86.9A323.8R0

86.9A352.3R0

86.9A352.4R0

86.9A353.4R0

86.9A353.6R0

86.9A353.8R0

86.9A523.3R0

86.9A524.4R0

86.9A552.3R0

86.9A552.4R0

86.9A553.3R0

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84 Chapter 6

AC Adapter 28

AFLASH Utility 43

Audio 20

Battery 27

BIOS 20 package 20

ROM size 20

ROM type 20 vendor 20

Version 20

BIOS Supports protocol 20

BIOS Utility 32

Navigating 33

Onboard Device Configuration 38

Startup Configuration 37

System Security 42

Board Layout

Bottom View 6, 86

Top View 5, 84 brightness hotkeys 16

Cache controller 20 size 21 caps lock on indicator 12

CardBus 26

Chipsets 20 contrast hotkeys 16

Controllers 20

Core logic 20

CPU core voltage 20

I/O voltage 20 package 20 type 20

DIMM

Combinations

21

Disassembly

Index

Battery Pack 49

Procedure Flowchart 48

Display 2 display hotkeys 16

Display Standby Mode 29

DVD-ROM Interface 23, 24

Environmental Requirements 29

Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 71

External CD-ROM Drive Check 67

Features 1

Flash Utility 43

Floppy Disk Drive Interface 22

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 88

Hard disk 23

Hard Disk Standby Mode 29

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 20

HDD 23

Hibernation Mode 29

Hibernation mode hotkey 16

Hot Keys 15

Indicators 12

Intermittent Problems 82

Jumper and Connector Locations 84

Top View 84

Keyboard 20, 27

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 67

L2 cache 20

Index

Notebook Manager hotkey 16 num lock on indicator 12

Online Support Information 110

Mechanical Specification 30 media access on indicator 12

Memory Check 68

Model Definition 101

Modem 22

Panel

Bottom 11 right 10

PC Card 12, 26

PCMCIA 26

Power Management 29

Power System Check 68

Battery Pack 70

Power Adapter 69

Removing the Battery Pack 50

Second Level Cache 20 speakers hotkey 16

Standby Mode 29

System Check Procedures 67

System Diagnostic Diskette 43

System Memory 21

System Utilities 32

System Utility Diskette 43

Temperature 29

Test Compatible Components 104

Touchpad 20 touchpad hotkey 16

Touchpad Check 70

Troubleshooting 66

Undetermined Problems 83

USB 26 utility

BIOS 32

Video 25

Resolutions 26

Video controller 20

Index

Index 87

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Acer 3610 Personal Computer User Manual

Aspire 3610 Series

Service Guide

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 System Specifications 1

Chapter 2 System Utilities 29

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41

Table of Contents

Chpater 4 Troubleshooting 55

Chpater 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 73

Chapter 1

System Specifications

Features

Platform and memroy

Display

Storage subsystem

Input devices

Audio

Communication

Human-centric design and ergonomics

I/O Ports

System Block Diagram

Project Code:91.4E101.001

PCB:05210-SB

ICH6-M

Board Layout

Top View

Bottom View

Jumper Settings

An Aspire tour

Front View

Closed Front View

Left View

Right View

Rear Panel

Bottom Panel

Indicators

Launch Keys

Touchpad

Touchpad Basics

Using the Keyboard

Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad

Windows Keys

Hot Keys

Special Key

The Euro symbol

The US dollar sign

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Chapter 2

System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

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CPU Type :

Intel (R) Pentium (R) M processor 1.86GHz

CPU Speed :

IDE1 Model Name :

1866MHz

TOSHIBA MK8025GAS - (PM)

IDE1 Serial Number :

IDE2 Serial Number :

None

IDE2 Model Name : PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K15RA - (PS)

System BIOS Ver:

VGA BIOS Ver

KBC Ver

Serial Number

V0.06A

1277

07.07

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Asset Tag Number N/A

Produce Name Aspire 3610

Manufacturer Name: Acer

UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Navigating the BIOS Utility

Information

CPU Type :

CPU Speed :

IDE1 Model Name :

Intel (R) Pentium (R) M processor 1.86GHz