Acer Aspire XC600 Service Manual

Aspire XC600

Desktop Computer Service Guide

SG V1.00

PRINTED IN TAIWAN

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Revision History

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

Date

08-17-2012

08-22-2012

Version

First Draft

V1.00

Chapter Updates

Copyright

Copyright © 2012 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.

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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. iv

Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation.

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HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries.

Conventions

The following conventions are used in this manual:

Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.

SCREEN

MESSAGES

NOTE

Gives additional information related to the current topic.

WARNING

CAUTION

IMPORTANT

Alerts you to any physical risk or system 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.

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Service Guide Coverage

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.

FRU Information

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.

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Table of Contents

Features and Specifications............................................................................... 1

System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

I/O Ports and LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

System Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

System Utilities.................................................................................................... 7

CMOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Accessing the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Navigating through the Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Setup Utility Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Advanced menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Power menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Authentication menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Security menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Boot Options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Exit menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

System Disassembly......................................................................................... 25

Disassembly Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Pre-disassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Disassembly Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Removing the Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Removing the Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Removing the Heatsink Fan Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Removing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Removing the HDD-ODD Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Removing the Expansion Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Removing the Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Removing the Power Supply Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Removing the Front I/O and Card Reader Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Removing the Power Switch/LED module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Reassembly Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Reinstalling the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Reinstalling the Power Switch/LED module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Reinstalling the Front I/O and Card Reader Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Reinstalling the Power Supply Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Reinstalling the Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Reinstalling the Expansion Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Reinstalling the HDD-ODD Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Reinstalling the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Reinstalling the Heatsink Fan Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Reinstalling the Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Reinstalling the Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

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Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 57

Hardware Diagnostic Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Checkpoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

POST Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Configuring the ME Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Clearing CMOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

BIOS Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Updating the BIOS in DOS Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Updating the BIOS in Windows Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

System Architecture.......................................................................................... 81

Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Mainboard Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Jumper Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) List .................................................................... 85

Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Aspire XC600 FRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Technical Specifications................................................................................... 91

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Chapter 1

Features and Specifications

This chapter lists the features and specifications of the Aspire XC600 computer.

NOTE

The items listed in this section are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Refer to the FRU list chapter on page 85 for a detailed list of models supported by each hardware component.

System Features

Component

Operating system support

Processor

Chipset

Memory

Expansion options

Connectivity

Hard disk drive (HDD)

Optical disc drive (ODD)

Description

• Microsoft Windows 8 ML (X64)

• Linpus Xwindows

• FreeDos

• Neokylin Linux

• One LGA 1155 socket

• Supports the following Intel processors:

– Core i5-3330 (3.0G 6M DDR3 1600/1333), Quad Core, 77W

– Core i5-2320 (3.0G 6M DDR3 1333/1066), Quad Core, 95W

– Core i3-3220 (3.3G 3M DDR3 1600/1333), Dual Core, 55W

– Core i3-2130 (3.4G 3M DDR3 1333/1066), Dual Core, 65W

– Core i3-2100 (3.1G 3M DDR3 1333/1066), Dual Core, 65W

– Pentium Dual Core G645 (2.9G 3M DDR3 1066), Dual Core, 65W

– Pentium Dual Core G640 (2.8G 3M DDR3 1066), Dual Core, 65W

– Celeron G550 (2.6G 2M DDR3 1066), Dual Core, 65W

– Celeron G465 (1.9G 1.5M DDR3 1066), Single Core, 35W

Intel H61 Express Chipset (BD82H61 PCH)

• Two DIMM slots supporting dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture

• Data rate supported: 1066/1333 MT/s

• Maximum memory: 8 GB (using two 4 GB modules)

• One PCI Express x16 slot (reserved for GPU card installation)

• One PCI Express x1 slot

• Two SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors

• Wired LAN: Intel 82579V Gbe LAN controller PHY

• WLAN option: Low-profile PCI-E x1 802.11 b/g/n wireless network adapter and Wireless 802.11b/g/n USB Adapter

• Modem option: 56K Low Profile Dial-Up PCI-E Modem

• One HDD bay suppporting 3.5-inch 25.4 mm SATA HDDs

• Support SATA HDD in 160 – 1500 GB capacities

• One ODD bay supporting 5.25-inch standard SATA ODD

• Supports DVD-R/RW drive or DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive

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Component

Card reader

Power supply

Antivirus software

System BIOS

Power management

Description

• Multi-in-1 card reader

• The following memory cards are supported:

– CompactFlash (CF) Types I and II

– Memory Stick (MS)

– xD-Picture Card (xD)

– Secure Digital (SD)

– MultiMediaCard (MMC)

– Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard (RS-MMC)

– Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO)

– Microdrive

• 100~127/200~240 Vac, 220 W non-power factor correction (non-

PFC) power supply unit

• 200~240 Vac, 220 W power factor correction (PFC) power supply unit

Symantec NTI 2009

• AMI BIOS with 8 MB SPI Flash ROM

• Supports ACPI and DMI

• Supports Plug and Play, S1/STR(S3)/STD(S4), hardware monitor

• ACPI 2.0 or 1.0b (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) standard

• S0, S1, S2 and S5 sleep states support

• On-board device power management support

• On-board device configuration support

Audio

Item

Audio codec

Audio jacks

Description

Realtek ALC662 6-Ch High Definition Audio Codec

• Front panel: Headphone and microphone jacks

• Rear panel: Microphone, line-out, and line-in jacks

I/O Ports and LED Indicators

Component

I/O ports

Description

• Front panel

– USB ports (two)

– Headphone jack

– Microphone jack

– Multi-in-1 card reader slots

• Rear panel

– PS/2 keyboard port

– PS/2 mouse port port

– External display (VGA) port

– HDMI port

– USB 2.0 ports (four)

– USB 3.0 ports (two)

– Ethernet jack (RJ45)

– Microphone, line-out, and line-in jacks

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Component

LED display and buttons

Description

• Power LED

• Power button

Physical Specifications

Aspect

Chassis dimension (W × D × H)

System weight

Description

100 mm (W) x 367 mm (D) x 269.5 mm (H)

5.808 Kg.

Mainboard form factor microATX (µATX)

Mainboard dimensions (W × H) 200mm*244mm , 4 Layers

Environmental Requirements

Aspect

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Description

5 to 35 °C (41 to 95 °F)

15% to 80% RH non-condensing

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System Tour

The pictures and tables in this section illustrate the physical outlook of the computer.

Front View

4

4

5

6

7

8

9

No.

1

2

3

Component

Optical drive cover

Optical drive eject button

Multi-in-1 optional card reader supporting Memory Stick (MS), xD-Picture Card (xD),

Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard (RS-

MMC), CompactFlash (CF) Types I and II, and Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO)

Headphone jack

Microphone-in jack

USB 2.0 ports

ODD LED indicator

Power button/indicator

Acer logo

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Rear Panel

9

10

11

12

6

7

8

13

14

3

4

5

No.

1

2

Component

PCI Expansion slot

Microphone jack

USB 2.0 ports

USB 3.0 ports

HDMI port

PS/2 mouse connector

PS/2 keyboard connector

Power connector

Kensington lock

External monitor port

LAN connector

Line-in jack

Line-out jack

HDMI port

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Chapter 2

System Utilities

CMOS Setup Utility

CMOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into the system ROM. Since most systems are already properly configured and optimized, there is normally no need to run this utility.

You will need to run this utility under the following conditions:

• When changing the system configuration including:

• Setting the system time and date

• Configuring the system drives and peripherals

• Specifying the boot device sequence

• Configuring the power management modes

• Setting up system passwords or making other changes to the security setup

• When trying to resolve IRQ conflicts

• When a configuration error is detected by the system and you are prompted ("

Run Setup

" message) to make changes to the BIOS settings.

The Setup Utility loads the configuration values in a battery-backed nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM.

This memory area is not part of the system RAM, which allows configuration data to be retained when power is turned off. The values take effect when the system is booted. POST uses these values to configure the hardware. If the values and the actual hardware do not agree, POST generates an error message. You must run this utility to change the hardware settings from the default or current configuration.

IMPORTANT

If you repeatedly receive “

Run Setup

” messages, the RTC battery located on the mainboard

(BT1) may be defective. In this case, the system cannot retain configuration values in CMOS.

Replace the RTC battery with a new one.

NOTE

For ease of reading, CMOS Setup Utility will be simply referred to as “Setup” or “Setup Utility” in this

Service Guide.

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Accessing the Setup Utility

1.

Turn on the computer.

If the computer is already turned on, save your data and close all open applications, then restart the computer.

2.

During POST, press

Delete

.

If you fail to press

Delete

before POST is completed, you will need to restart the computer.

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Use the

Left/Right/Up/Down

arrow keys to move between the menu screens, then press

Enter

to view that menu tab.

Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.

Some options (marked with a ) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option. Use the

Up/Down/Left/Right

arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu

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Navigating through the Setup Utility

Use the keys listed in the legend bar on the bottom of the Setup screen to work your way through the various menu and submenu screens of the Setup Utility. The table below lists these legend keys and their respective functions.

F7

F8

F9

Key

Left/Right arrow keys

Up/Down arrow keys

Enter

Function

Move the cursor to the menu screen you want. The currently selected screen will be highlighted and the items it contain will be shown.

Move the cursor to the item you want. The currently selected field will be highlighted.

• To open the page for the currently selected menu/submenu

• To apply a field value.

+ / - / space bar To select a value for the currently selected field (only if it is user-configurable). Press these keys repeatedly to display all possible entries. A parameter that is enclosed in square brackets [ ] is user-configurable. Black font parameters are not userconfigurable for one of the following reasons:

• The field value is auto-configured or auto-detected.·

• The field value is informational only.

• The field is password-protected.

F1 To bring up the General Help window. The General Help window describes other Setup navigation keys that are not displayed on the legend bar.

F10

Esc

Restore the saved User Default settings.

Save the current menu settings as User Default settings.

Press to load default system values.

Press to save changes and close the Setup Utility.

If you press this key:

• On one of the primary menu screens, the Exit menu displays.

• On a submenu screen, the previous screen displays.

• When you are making selections from a pop-up menu, closes the pop-up without making a selection.

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Setup Utility Menus

The Setup Utility has seven menus for configuring the various system functions. These include:

Main Advanced Power Authentication Security Boot Options Exit

NOTES

• The screenshots used in this section are for illustration only. The values displayed may not be the same as those in your computer.

• In the descriptive tables following each of the menu screen illustrations, settings in

boldface

are the default and suggested settings.

Main menu

10

Field

System BIOS

Version

Build Date

Processor

<model>

Core Frequency

Count

Memory

Size

Product Name

System Serial Number

Asset Tag Number

System Date

System Time

Description

Current system BIOS version

Date when the system BIOS was built.

Processor model installed

Core frequency of the installed processor

Multi-core factor of the installed processor (number of processor cores)

Size of system memory detected during boot-up

Official model name of the computer.

System serial number.

System asset tag number

Sets the system date.

Sets the system time.

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Advanced menu

Field

Miscellaneous

Advanced Chipset

Configuration

Integrated Peripherals

PC Health Status

Smart Fan Configuration

Description

Access this submenu to view the properties of installed SATA devices and configure miscellaneous system settings.

Access this submenu to enable or disable various Intel technology functions and configure video memory settings.

Access this submenu to enable or disable operation modes for the onboard

I/O controllers.

Access this submenu to view current level of system/processor/PCH temperature, voltages, and fan speed.

Access this submenu to view current smart fan configuration setting.

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Miscellaneous submenu

Field

AHCI Port 0-2

Spread Spectrum

Description Value

Your computer supports three SATA channels, each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Press

Enter

to display the individual configuration screen of installed SATA drive(s).

Enable or Disable mainboard spread spectrum clocking.

Enabled

Disabled

Displays the current system processor multiplier value.

Processor

Multiplier

Bootup Num-

Lock

USB Beep

Message

If you set this item to On, the keyboard Num Lock key will be active when the computer boots up.

Select whether to allow the BIOS to emit error beeps or display error messages during USB device enumeration.

On

Off

Enabled

Disabled

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Advanced Chipset Configuration submenu

Field

Intel EIST

Intel Turbo Boost

Intel AES-NI

Intel XD Bit

Intel VT

Primary Video

Description

Select whether to enable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology.

EIST allows a compliant OS to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and core frequency based on system usage. This can result in decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production.

Note:

After enabling EIST in BIOS Setup, you need to enable it on your operating system as well. Consult your OS documentation for related instructions.

Select whether to enable the Intel Turbo Boost Technology. The Intel

Turbo Boost technology automatically allows processor cores to run faster than the base operating frequency if theyíre operating below power, current, and temperature specification limits.

Select whether to enable the Intel AES-NI Technology. The Intel AES-NI technology delivers faster, more affordable data protection and greater security.

Select whether to enable the Intel Execute Disable Bit Technology. XD

Bit is a hardware-based security feature that can reduce exposure to viruses and malicious-code attacks and prevent harmful software from executing and propagating on the computer or network.

Select whether to enable the Intel Virtualization Technology. VT allows a single platform to run multiple operating systems in independent partitions.

Select the graphics card adapter used at startup.

Value

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Auto

PCIE

Onboard

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Integrated Peripherals submenu

Field

Onboard SATA Controller

Onboard SATA Mode

Onboard USB Controller

Description

Enables or disables the onboard SATA controller.

Set the operating mode for the onboard SATA controller.

Enables or disables the onboard USB controller.

Value

Enabled

Disabled

AHCI

Native IDE

RAID

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Legacy USB Support

USB Storage Emulation

Onboard Graphics

Controller

Onboard LAN Controller

Onboard LAN Option

ROM

Enables or disables support for a USB mouse and USB keyboard. When enabled, any attached USB mouse or USB keyboard can control the system even when there is no USB driver loaded onto the system.

If set to Auto, a USB devices with a capacity of equal or less than 2 GB will be emulated as a bootable floppy disk.

Enables or disables the onboard graphics controller.

Onboard Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio controller.

Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.

Enables or disables the onboard LAN option ROM function.

Auto

Floppy

Hard Disk

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

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PC Health Status submenu

Field

CPU Temperature (DTS)

System Ambient Temperature

CPU Fan Speed

CPU Core

+3.30V

+5.00V

+12.0V

5VSB

VBAT

Smart Fan

Description Value

These items lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.

When enabled, fan speed will speed up or slow down depending on the system temperature.

Enabled

Disabled

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Smart Fan Configuration submenu

Field

CPU Fan Mode Setting

SYS Fan Mode Setting

Description

When enabled, this will help you monitor various CPU fan parameters.

When enabled, this will help you monitor various system fan parameters.

Value

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

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Power menu

Field

ACPI Suspend Mode

Power On by RTC Alarm

Power On by PCIE

Devices

Power On by Onboard

LAN

Wake Up by PS/2 KB/Mouse

Wake Up by USB KB/Mouse

Restore On AC Power

Loss

Description

Use this item to define how your system suspends. Default value is S3 (STR), the suspend mode is suspend to RAM, i.e., the system shuts down with the exception of a refresh current to the system memory.

Enables or disables compliance to the Energy-using

Products Lot 6 Directives (EuP Lot 6).

Enables or disables the system to wake up from a powersaving mode when an RTC alarm occurs.

Enables or disables the system to wake up from a powersaving mode when an installed PCIe LAN card received an incoming call.

Enables or disables the system to wake up from a powersaving mode when an onboard LAN card received an incoming call.

Enables or disables the system to wake up from a powersaving mode when a PS/2 keyboard or mouse is used.

Enables or disables the system to wake up from a powersaving mode when a USB keyboard or mouse is used.

Select the power state when an AC power loss occurs.

• Last State - The computer reverts to the last power state before the power loss occurred.

• Off - The computer remains off until the power button is pressed.

• On - The computer switches back on after the AC power loss.

Value

S3 (STR)

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Last State

Off

On

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Authentication menu

Field

System Boot State

Secure Boot Mode State

Secure Boot

Secure Boot Mode

Description

Displays the current system boot status.

•

Setup

- Secure keys not installed.

•

User

- Secure keys installed

Displays the current system boot mode status.

Enables or disables the secure boot function.

Select the secure boot mode when secure boot is enabled.

Value

Setup

User

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Standard

Custom

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Security menu

Field

User Password

Change Supervisor

Password

Change User Password

Description

Displays the supervisor password status. When set to

Installed

, this password will allow the user to access and change all settings in the Setup Utility.

Displays the user password status. Only the following menus will be accessible when this password is used to logged in:

• System Date and System Time

• Exit Without Saving

The

F9

key (Load Default Settings) will also be unavailable.

Press

Enter

to change the supervisor password.

Value

Installed

Not Installed

Press

Enter

to change the user password. Note that this field:

• is only accessible when a supervisor password is set;

• is cleared when the supervisor password is cleared.

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Note the following before you define a system password:

• The maximum length of password contains 8 alphanumeric characters. The following keys are valid:

– A-Z, a-z (case-insensitive)

–

0-9

– ` - + [ ] \ ; ' , . /,

–

Special keypad characters: 0-9 / * - +

• When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Do not forget your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your computer to your dealer to reset it.

To set a system password:

NOTE

You need to set a supervisor password first before setting the user password.

1.

Select Change Supervisor Password or Change User Password, then press

Enter

.

The password box appears.

2.

Type a password then press

Enter

.

IMPORTANT

Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen. Only shaded blocks representing each typed character are visible.

3.

Retype the password to verify the first entry, then press

Enter

.

You will be prompted to save the new password.

4.

Press

Enter

.

5.

Press

F10

to save the password and close the Setup Utility.

To change a system password:

1.

Select Change Supervisor Password or Change User Password, then press

Enter

.

The password box appears.

2.

Type the original password, then press

Enter

.

3.

Type a new password, then press

Enter

.

4.

Retype the new password to verify the first entry, then press

Enter

.

You will be prompted to save the new password.

5.

Press

Enter

.

6.

Press

F10

to save the password and close the Setup Utility.

To remove a system password:

NOTE

When the supervisor password is removed, the user password will also be remove.

1.

Select Change Supervisor Password or Change User Password, then press

Enter

.

The password box appears.

2.

Type the original password, then press

Enter

.

3.

Press

Enter

twice without entering anything in the new and confirm password fields.

You will be prompted to confirm the password removal.

4.

Press

Enter

.

5.

Press

F10

to save the changes you made and close the Setup Utility.

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Boot Options menu

Field

Launch CSM

Boot Priority Order

1st Boot Device

2nd Boot Device

3rd Boot Device

4th Boot Device

Hard Disk Drive Priority

Optical Disc Drive

Priority

Removable Device

Priority

Network Device Priority

Quiet Boot

Fast Boot

Halt On

Description

Controls the launching the Compatibility Support Module function when booting.

Value

Never

Always

Displays the device assigned to the specified boot sequence. The Setup Utility attempts to boot the operating system in this order. By default, the computer searches for boot devices in the following order:

• Hard disk

• Optical drive (CD/DVD)

• Removable device

• Network boot (LAN)

Press

Enter

to set the boot priority for the hard drive.

Press

Enter

to set the boot priority for the optical drive.

Press

Enter

to set the boot priority for a removable USB drive.

Press

Enter

to set the boot priority for a network boot.

When enabled, BIOS will show a full screen logo when booting; if disabled, BIOS will show the diagnostic POST screen when booting.

Enable or disable the fast boot function.

Enabled

Disabled

Determines whether the system will stop for an error during the

POST. Options include:

• All, but Keyboard – If a keyboard error is detected, BIOS will pause the system.

• All Errors –- Any error detected will pause the system.

• No Errors – BIOS will ignore any errors detected during POST

Enabled

Disabled

All, But

Keyboard

All Errors

No Errors

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Exit menu

Field

Save and Exit Setup

Discard Changes and Exit Setup

Save Changes

Discard Changes

Description

Save changes made and close the Setup utility. Keyboard shortcut: F10

Discard changes made and close the Setup utility. Keyboard shortcut: Esc

Load Default

Settings

Save as User Default

Settings

Load User Default

Settings

Save all changes made to the Setup utility.

Discard all changes made to the Setup utility and load the previous configuration settings.

Load the factory default settings for all Setup parameters. Keyboard shortcut: F9

Save the current configuration settings as user default values. Keyboard shortcut: F8

Load the user default settings for all Setup parameters. Keyboard shortcut: F7

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Chapter 3

System Disassembly

This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the desktop computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.

Disassembly Requirements

To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:

• Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge

• Philips screwdriver

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.

Pre-disassembly Procedure

Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, perform the steps listed below:

1.

Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.

2.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlets.

3.

Unplug the power cord from the system.

4.

Unplug all peripheral cables from the system.

5.

Place the system unit on a flat, stable surface.

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Disassembly Procedures

Removing the Side Panel

1.

Put the computer on a flat surface.

2.

Remove the two screws that secure the side panel to the chassis.

3.

Slide the side panel toward the back of the chassis until the tabs on the side panel disengage with the slots on the chassis.

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4.

Detach the side panel from the unit and put it aside for reinstallation later.

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Removing the Front Bezel

1.

Release the front bezel retention tabs from the chassis interior.

2.

Pull the front bezel away from the chassis.

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Removing the Heatsink Fan Assembly

WARNING:

The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is on. NEVER touch the heatsink with any metal or with your hands.

1.

Disconnect the heatsink fan cable from its mainboard connector.

2.

Loosen the four screws that secure the heatsink fan assembly to the mainboard.

3.

Lift the heatsink fan assembly off the mainboard.

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Removing the Processor

IMPORTANT:

Before removing a processor from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup file of all important data.

WARNING:

The processor becomes very hot when the system is on. Allow it to cool off first before handling.

1.

Press the load lever and move it to the right to release the load lever from the retention tab (

1

), then pull the load leaver to the fully open, upright position (

2

).

2.

Open the cpu cover plate.

3.

Pull out the processor from the socket.

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Removing the HDD-ODD Assembly

1.

Remove the two screws that secure the HDD-ODD bracket to the chassis.

2.

Lift up the HDD-ODD bracket.

3.

Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive.

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4.

Disconnect the other end of the data cable from the mainboard.

5.

Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the hard disk drive.

6.

Disconnect the other end of the data cable from the mainboard (

1

) and lift the metal tabs (

2

) to remove the data cable.

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7.

Remove the two screws that secure the optical drive to the ODD bracket.

8.

Pull the optical drive out of the drive bay.

9.

Remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive to the HDD bracket.

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Slide the hard disk drive out of the bracket.

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Removing the Expansion Board

1.

Remove the screw that secures the expansion board bracket to the chassis.

2.

Push to open the expansion slot lock (

1

) in the direction indicated until the expansion board pops out of its socket (

2

).

3.

Gently move the expansion board slightly to the left and remove it from the slot.

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Note:

Circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of detached circuit boards.

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Removing the Memory Modules

1.

Press outward the holding clips (

1

) on both sides of the DIMM slot to release the DIMM.

2.

Gently pull the DIMM upward (

2

) to remove it from the chassis.

Note:

Circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of detached circuit boards.

3.

Repeat Steps 1 & 2 to remove the other memory module.

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Removing the Power Supply Module

1.

Press the latching clips (

1

) then disconnect the 4-pin and 24-pin ATX power supply cables from the mainboard (

2

).

2.

Remove the screw that secures the power supply module to the chassis

.

3.

Remove the three screws that secure the power supply module to the chassis.

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4.

Push the power supply module toward the front.

5.

Tilt the edge of the power supply module slightly upward and lift it out of the chassis.

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Removing the Front I/O and Card Reader Board

1.

Disconnect the front I/O board and card reader board cables from their mainboard connectors.

2.

Remove the screw that secures the bracket to the chassis.

3.

Pull the bracket with the cables out of the chassis, as shown.

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Removing the Power Switch/LED module

1.

Disconnect the power switch and LED cable from the mainboard (

1

) then detach the Power Switch & LED module from the chassis (

2

).

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Removing the Mainboard

1.

Remove the six screws that secure the mainboard to the chassis.

2.

Gently lift the board off the chassis.

Note:

Circuit board >10 cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow rectangle as shown above. Please follow local regulations for disposal of detached circuit boards.

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3.

Remove the RTC battery.

Note:

The RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as shown above.

Please follow local regulations for disposal of used batteries.

Caution:

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

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Reassembly Procedures

Reinstalling the Mainboard

1.

Slide the RTC battery into its socket in the mainboard until it latch into place.

2.

Slide the mainboard into the chassis, with the I/O ports of the mainboard extruding from their port holes, then lower the mainboard in place.

3.

Secure the mainboard to the chassis using six screws.

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Reinstalling the Power Switch/LED module

1.

Insert the Power Switch & LED module into its socket in the chassis (

1

) connect the power switch and

LED cable to the mainboard (

2

) .

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Reinstalling the Front I/O and Card Reader Board

1.

Insert the cables and place the the front I/O and card reader in its socket.

2.

Secure the bracket to the chassis using one screw.

3.

Connect the front I/O board and card reader board cables to their mainboard connectors.

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Reinstalling the Power Supply Module

1.

Slide the power supply module into its place int the chassis at a slightly tilted angle.

2.

Push the power supply module toward the back of the chassis until all the screw holes align.

3.

Secure the power supply module to the chassis using three screws.

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4.

Secure the power supply module to the chassis using one screw

.

5.

Connect the 4-pin and 24-pin ATX power supply cables to the mainboard.

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Reinstalling the Memory Modules

1.

Insert the memory module into the DIMM slot then press it down until it latch into place.

2.

Repeat Step 1 to install the other memory module.

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Reinstalling the Expansion Board

1.

Position the expansion board over the PCIe x16 slot and move it slightly to the right, making sure the card guide is aligned with the slot guide on the chassis.

2.

Gently push the expansion board downward until the expansion slot lock latch into place.

3.

Secure the expansion card bracket to the chassis using one screw.

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Reinstalling the HDD-ODD Assembly

1.

Slide the hard disk drive into the bracket.

2.

Secure the hard disk drive to the HDD bracket using four screws.

3.

Slide the optical drive into the drive bay.

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4.

Secure the optical drive to the ODD bracket using two screws.

5.

Secure the data cable to the metal tabs (

1

) and connect the data cable to the mainboard (

2

).

6.

Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the hard disk drive.

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Connect the ODD data cable to the mainboard.

8.

Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the optical drive.

9.

Install the HDD-ODD bracket into the chassis.

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10.

Secure the HDD-ODD bracket to the chassis using two screws.

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Reinstalling the Processor

1.

Place the processor into the socket. Make sure the gold arrow on the corner of the processor is aligned with the beveled corner of the socket. The processor will easily fit into the socket if it is poroperly oriented.

2.

Close the cpu cover plate.

3.

Push the load lever downward (

1

), then slide the load lever to the left until it latches into the retention tab (

2

).

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Reinstalling the Heatsink Fan Assembly

1.

Insert the heatsink fan assembly into the mainboard.

2.

Tighten the four screws to secure the heatsink fan assembly to the mainboard.

3.

Connect the heatsink fan cable to its mainboard connector.

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Reinstalling the Front Bezel

1.

Insert the tabs on the front bezel into the notches (

1

) on the left side of the chassis and attach the front bezel (

2

) in the direction indicated.

2.

Push the front bezel until the retention tabs latch into place and are securely fastened to the chassis interior.

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Reinstalling the Side Panel

1.

Slide the side panel toward the front of the chassis until the tabs on the side panel engage with the slots on the chassis.

2.

Secure the side panel to the chassis using two screws.

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Chapter 4

Troubleshooting

This chapter lists the POST error indicators and BIOS beep codes, as well general troubleshooting instructions.

Hardware Diagnostic Procedure

1.

Obtain as much detail as possible about the symptoms of the system failure.

2.

Verify the symptoms by attempting to recreate the failure by running the diagnostic tests or repeating the same operation.

3.

Refer to “Power System Check” procedure on the next section and the “Beep Codes” section on page 72 to determine which corrective action to take.

System Check Procedures

IMPORTANT

The diagnostic tests described in this chapter are only intended to test Acer products.

Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.

Power System Check

If the system can be powered on, skip this section. Proceed to the “System Internal Inspection” procedure on the next page.

If the system will not power on, do the following:

• Check if the power cable is properly connected to the AC power jack and a functional AC power source.

• Check if the voltage selector switch is set to the correct voltage setting.

System External Inspection

1.

Inspect the power and LED indicators on the front panel. Go to “Front View” section on page 4 for the location and description of the LED behaviour.

2.

Make sure that the ventilation slots on the rear panel are not blocked.

3.

Make sure that there is no point of contact in the system that can cause a power short.

If the cause of the failure is still can not be determined, perform the “System Internal Inspection” procedure described on the next page.

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System Internal Inspection

1.

Turn off the power to the computer and all peripherals.

2.

Unplug the power cord from the computer.

3.

Unplug the network cable and all connected peripheral devices from the computer.

4.

Place the computer on a flat, steady surface.

5.

Remove the side panel as described in page 26.

6.

Verify that the processor, memory module(s), and expansion board(s) are properly seated.

7.

Verify that all power and data cables are firmly and properly attached to the installed drives.

8.

Verify that all cable connections inside the system are firmly and properly attached to their appropriate mainboard connectors.

9.

Verify that all components are Acer-qualified and supported.

10.

Reinstall the side panel.

11.

Power on the system.

If the cause of the failure is still can not be determined, review the POST messages and BIOS checkpoints during the system startup.

Checkpoints

A checkpoint is either a byte or word value output to I/O port 80h. The BIOS outputs checkpoints during bootblock and Power-On Self Test (POST) to indicate the task the system is currently executing. Checkpoints are very useful in aiding software developers or technicians in debugging problems that occur during the pre-boot process.

Viewing BIOS Checkpoints

Viewing all checkpoints generated by the BIOS requires a checkpoint card, also referred to as a POST card or

POST diagnostic card. These are ISA or PCI add-in cards that show the value of I/O port 80h on a LED display. Checkpoints may appear on the bottom right corner of the screen during POST. This display method is limited, since it only displays checkpoints that occur after the video card has been activated.

NOTE

Please note that checkpoints may differ between different platforms based on system configuration. Checkpoints may change due to vendor requirements, system chipset or option

ROMs from add-in PCI devices.

Boot Block Initialization Code Checkpoints

The boot block initialization code sets up the chipset, memory, and other components before system memory is available. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the boot block initialization portion of the BIOS.

Checkpoint

Before D1

D1

D0

D2

D3

Description

Early chipset initialization is done. Early super I/O initialization is done including RTC and keyboard controller. NMI is disabled.

Perform keyboard controller BAT test. Check if waking up from power management suspend state. Save power-on CPUID value in scratch CMOS.

Go to flat mode with 4GB limit and GA20 enabled. Verify the bootblock checksum.

Disable CACHE before memory detection. Execute full memory sizing module. Verify that flat mode is enabled.

If memory sizing module not executed, start memory refresh and do memory sizing in bootblock code. Do additional chipset initialization. Re-enable CACHE. Verify that flat mode is enabled.

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Checkpoint

D4

D5

D6

D7

D8

D9

DA

Description

Test base 512 KB memory. Adjust policies and cache first 8 MB. Set stack.

Bootblock code is copied from ROM to lower system memory and control is given to it.

BIOS now executes out of RAM.

Both key sequence and OEM specific method is checked to determine if BIOS recovery is forced. Main BIOS checksum is tested. If BIOS recovery is necessary, control flows to checkpoint E0. See the “Boot Block Recovery Code Checkpoints” section for more information.

Restore CPUID value back into register. The Bootblock Runtime interface module is moved to system memory and control is given to it. Determine whether to execute serial flash.

The Runtime module is uncompressed into memory. CPUID information is stored in memory.

Store the Uncompressed pointer for future use in PMM. Copying Main BIOS into memory.

Leaves all RAM below 1 MB Read-Write including E000 and F000 shadow areas but closing SMRAM.

Restore CPUID value back into register. Give control to BIOS POST

(ExecutePOSTKernel). See the “POST Code Checkpoints” section for more information.

Boot Block Recovery Code Checkpoints

The boot block recovery code gets control when the BIOS determines that a BIOS recovery is required because the user has forced the update or the BIOS checksum is corrupt. Refer to “BIOS Recovery” section on page 75 for more information. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the boot block recovery portion of the BIOS.

Checkpoint

E0

F1

F2

F3

F5

FA

E9

EA

EB

EF

E9 or EA

F0

FB

F4

FC

FD

FF

Description

Initialize the floppy controller in the super I/O. Some interrupt vectors are initialized. DMA controller is initialized. 8259 interrupt controller is initialized. L1 cache is enabled.

Set up floppy controller and data. Attempt to read from floppy.

Enable ATAPI hardware. Attempt to read from ARMD and ATAPI CDROM.

Disable ATAPI hardware. Jump back to checkpoint E9.

Read error occurred on media. Jump back to checkpoint EB.

Determine information about root directory of recovery media.

Search for pre-defined recovery file name in root directory.

Recovery file not found.

Start reading FAT table and analyze FAT to find the clusters occupied by the recovery file.

Start reading the recovery file cluster by cluster.

Disable L1 cache.

Check the validity of the recovery file configuration to the current configuration of the flash part.

Make flash write enabled through chipset and OEM specific method. Detect proper flash part. Verify that the found flash part size equals the recovery file size.

The recovery file size does not equal the found flash part size.

Erase the flash part.

Program the flash part.

The flash has been updated successfully. Make flash write disabled. Disable ATAPI hardware. Restore CPUID value back into register. Give control to F000 ROM at

F000:FFF0h.

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POST Code Checkpoints

The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during the BIOS preboot process. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the POST portion of the BIOS.

Checkpoint

03

04

05

06

08

0A

0B

0C

0E

13

24

30

2A

2C

2E

31

33

37

38

39

3A

3B

Description

Disable NMI, Parity, video for EGA, and DMA controllers. Initialize BIOS, POST, Runtime data area. Also initialize BIOS modules on POST entry and GPNV area. Initialized CMOS as mentioned in the Kernel Variable "wCMOSFlags."

Check CMOS diagnostic byte to determine if battery power is OK and CMOS checksum is

OK. Verify CMOS checksum manually by reading storage area.

If the CMOS checksum is bad, update CMOS with power-on default values and clear passwords. Initialize status register A.

Initializes data variables that are based on CMOS setup questions.

Initializes both the 8259 compatible PICs in the system

Initializes the interrupt controlling hardware (generally PIC) and interrupt vector table.

Do R/W test to CH-2 count reg. Initialize CH-0 as system timer.Install the POSTINT1Ch handler. Enable IRQ-0 in PIC for system timer interrupt. Traps INT1Ch vector to

"POSTINT1ChHandlerBlock."

Initializes the CPU. The BAT test is being done on KBC. Program the keyboard controller command byte is being done after Auto detection of KB/MS using AMI KB-5.

Initializes the 8042 compatible Key Board Controller.

Detects the presence of PS/2 mouse.

Detects the presence of Keyboard in KBC port.

Testing and initialization of different Input Devices. Also, update the Kernel Variables.

Traps the INT09h vector, so that the POST INT09h handler gets control for IRQ1.

Uncompress all available language, BIOS logo, and Silent logo modules.

Early POST initialization of chipset registers.

Uncompress and initialize any platform specific BIOS modules. GPNV is initialized at this checkpoint.

Initialize System Management Interrupt.

Initializes different devices through DIM.

See DIM Code Checkpoints section for more information.

Initializes different devices. Detects and initializes the video adapter installed in the system that have optional ROMs.

Initializes all the output devices.

Allocate memory for ADM module and uncompress it. Give control to ADM module for initialization. Initialize language and font modules for ADM. Activate ADM module.

Initializes the silent boot module. Set the window for displaying text information.

Displaying sign-on message, CPU information, setup key message, and any OEM specific information.

Initializes different devices through DIM. See DIM Code Checkpoints section for more information. USB controllers are initialized at this point.

Initializes DMAC-1 & DMAC-2.

Initialize RTC date/time.

Test for total memory installed in the system. Also, Check for DEL or ESC keys to limit memory test. Display total memory in the system.

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A0

A1

A2

87

8C

8E

60

75

78

7A

7C

84

85

A4

A7

A8

A9

AA

AB

AC

B1

00

50

52

Checkpoint

3C

40

Description

Mid POST initialization of chipset registers.

Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in CPU, ... etc.) successfully installed in the system and update the BDA, EBDA…etc.

Programming the memory hole or any kind of implementation that needs an adjustment in system RAM size if needed.

Updates CMOS memory size from memory found in memory test. Allocates memory for

Extended BIOS Data Area from base memory. Programming the memory hole or any kind of implementation that needs an adjustment in system RAM size if needed.

Initializes Num-Lock status and programs the KBD typematic rate.

Initialize Int-13 and prepare for IPL detection.

Initializes IPL devices controlled by BIOS and option ROMs.

Initializes remaining option ROMs.

Generate and write contents of ESCD in NVRam.

Log errors encountered during POST.

Display errors to the user and gets the user response for error.

Execute BIOS setup if needed / requested. Check boot password if installed.

Late POST initialization of chipset registers.

Program the peripheral parameters. Enable/Disable NMI as selected.

Late POST initialization of system management interrupt.

Check boot password if installed.

Clean-up work needed before booting to OS.

Takes care of runtime image preparation for different BIOS modules. Fill the free area in

F000h segment with 0FFh. Initializes the Microsoft IRQ Routing Table. Prepares the runtime language module. Disables the system configuration display if needed.

Initialize runtime language module. Display boot option popup menu.

Displays the system configuration screen if enabled. Initialize the CPU’s before boot, which includes the programming of the MTRR’s.

Prepare CPU for OS boot including final MTRR values.

Wait for user input at config display if needed.

Uninstall POST INT1Ch vector and INT09h vector. Deinitializes the ADM module.

Prepare BBS for Int 19 boot.

End of POST initialization of chipset registers.

Save system context for ACPI.

Passes control to OS Loader (typically INT19h).

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DIM Code Checkpoints

The Device Initialization Manager (DIM) gets control at various times during BIOS POST to initialize different system busses. The following table describes the main checkpoints where the DIM module is accessed.

Checkpoint

2A

38

Description

Initialize different buses and perform the following functions: Reset, Detect, and Disable

(function 0); Static Device Initialization (function 1); Boot Output Device Initialization

(function 2). Function 0 disables all device nodes, PCI devices, and PnP ISA cards. It also assigns PCI bus numbers. Function 1 initializes all static devices that include manual configured onboard peripherals, memory and I/O decode windows in PCI-PCI bridges, and noncompliant PCI devices. Static resources are also reserved. Function 2 searches for and initializes any PnP, PCI, or AGP video devices.

Initialize different buses and perform the following functions: Boot Input Device

Initialization (function 3); IPL Device Initialization (function 4); General Device Initialization

(function 5). Function 3 searches for and configures PCI input devices and detects if system has standard keyboard controller. Function 4 searches for and configures all PnP and PCI boot devices. Function 5 configures all onboard peripherals that are set to an automatic configuration and configures all remaining PnP and PCI devices.

POST Error Indicators

When a system error is detected during POST (Power On Self Text), the Setup utility will switch to diagnostic mode and will either:

• Displays a POST error message, or

• Emits a series of beep codes

POST Error Messages

POST error messages tell users what failure the system has detected. Some error messages could be related to a hardware device. Others may indicate a problem with a device configuration. In some cases an error message may include recommendations for troubleshooting or require that you press the

Enter

key to display recommendations. Follow the instructions on the screen. It is recommended that you correct the error before proceeding, even if the computer appears to boot successfully.

IMPORTANT

If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reboot the computer, enter

Setup again and load Setup defaults to correct the error.

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Memory

Message

Gate20 Error

Description

The BIOS is unable to properly control the mainboard’s Gate A20 function, which controls access of memory over 1 MB. This may indicate a problem with the mainboard.

Multi-Bit ECC Error This message will only occur on systems using ECC enabled memory modules.

ECC memory has the ability to correct single-bit errors that may occur from faulty memory modules.

A multiple bit corruption of memory has occurred, and the ECC memory algorithm cannot correct it. This may indicate a defective memory module.

Fatal Memory Parity Error. System halts after displaying this message.

Parity Error

RAM R/W test failed This message is displayed by the AMIBIOS8 when the RAM read/write test fails.

CMOS Memory Size

Wrong

The base memory (memory below 1MB) size that is reported in the CMOS (offset

15h) mismatches with the actual size detected. This condition may occur when the hole is set at 512K base memory or when CMOS is corrupted.

Boot

Message

Boot Failure...

Description

This is a generic message indicating the BIOS could not boot from a particular device. This message is usually followed by other information concerning the device.

Invalid Boot Diskette A diskette was found in the drive, but it is not configured as a bootable diskette.

Drive Not Ready The BIOS was unable to access the drive because it indicated it was not ready for data transfer. This is often reported by drives when no media is present.

A: Drive Error

B: Drive Error

The BIOS attempted to configure the A: drive during POST, but was unable to properly configure the device. This may be due to a bad cable or faulty diskette drive.

The BIOS attempted to configure the B: drive during POST, but was unable to properly configure the device. This may be due to a bad cable or faulty diskette drive.

Insert BOOT diskette in A:

The BIOS attempted to boot from the A: drive, but could not find a proper boot diskette.

Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in selected Boot device

BIOS could not find a bootable device in the system and/or removable media drive does not contain media.

Reboot and select BIOS could not find a bootable device in the system and/or removable proper boot device or media drive does not contain media.

Insert boot media in selected boot device

NO ROM BASIC This message occurs on some systems when no bootable device can be detected.

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Storage Device

Message Description

Primary Master Hard

Disk Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Master could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

Primary Slave Hard The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Slave could not be properly initialized

Disk Error by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

Hard Disk Error initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

Hard Disk Error initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

3rd Master Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 3rd IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

3rd Slave Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 3rd IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

4th Master Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 4th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

4th Slave Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 4th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

5th Master Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 5th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

5th Slave Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 5th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

6th Master Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 6th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

6th Slave Hard Disk

Error

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 6th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

Primary Master Drive

- ATAPI Incompatible

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Master failed an ATAPI compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

Primary Slave Drive -

ATAPI Incompatible

The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Slave failed an ATAPI compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

Incompatible detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

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Incompatible configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

3rd Master Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 3rd IDE controller failed an

ATAPI Incompatible ATAPI compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

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Message Description

3rd Slave Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 3rd IDE controller failed an ATAPI

ATAPI Incompatible compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

4th Master Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 4th IDE controller failed an

ATAPI Incompatible ATAPI compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

4th Slave Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 4th IDE controller failed an ATAPI

ATAPI Incompatible compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

5th Master Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 5th IDE controller failed an

ATAPI Incompatible ATAPI compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

5th Slave Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 5th IDE controller failed an ATAPI

ATAPI Incompatible compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

6th Master Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 6th IDE controller failed an

ATAPI Incompatible ATAPI compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

6th Slave Drive - The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 6th IDE controller failed an ATAPI

ATAPI Incompatible compatibility test. This message is typically displayed when the BIOS is trying to detect and configure IDE/ATAPI devices in POST.

S.M.A.R.T. Capable The BIOS tried to send a S.M.A.R.T. message to a hard disk, but the command but Command Failed transaction failed.

This message can be reported by an ATAPI device using the S.M.A.R.T. error reporting standard. S.M.A.R.T. failure messages may indicate the need to replace the hard disk.

S.M.A.R.T.

Command Failed

The BIOS tried to send a S.M.A.R.T. message to a hard disk, but the command transaction failed.

This message can be reported by an ATAPI device using the S.M.A.R.T. error reporting standard. S.M.A.R.T. failure messages may indicate the need to replace the hard disk.

BAD, Backup and failure.This message can be reported by an ATAPI device using the S.M.A.R.T.

Replace error reporting standard. S.M.A.R.T. failure messages may indicate the need to replace the hard disk.

S.M.A.R.T. Capable A S.M.A.R.T. capable hard disk sends this message when it detects an imminent and Status BAD failure.

This message can be reported by an ATAPI device using the S.M.A.R.T. error reporting standard. S.M.A.R.T. failure messages may indicate the need to replace the hard disk.

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Virus-related

Message

BootSector Write!!

VIRUS: Continue



(Y/N)?

Description

The BIOS has detected software attempting to write to a drive’s boot sector. This is flagged as possible virus activity. This message will only be displayed if Virus

Detection is enabled in AMIBIOS setup.

If the BIOS detects possible virus activity, it will prompt the user. This message will only be displayed if Virus Detection is enabled in AMIBIOS setup.

System Configuration

Message

DMA-1 Error

Description

Error initializing primary DMA controller. This is a fatal error, often indication a problem with system hardware.

DMA-2 Error Error initializing secondary DMA controller. This is a fatal error, often indication a problem with system hardware.

DMA Controller Error POST error while trying to initialize the DMA controller. This is a fatal error, often indication a problem with system hardware.

Checking NVRAM... BIOS could not write to the NVRAM block. This message appears when the FLASH

Update Failed part is write-protected or if there is no FLASH part (System uses a PROM or

EPROM).

Microcode Error BIOS could not find or load the CPU Microcode Update to the CPU. This message only applies to INTEL CPUs. The message is most likely to appear when a brand new CPU is installed in a mainboard with an outdated BIOS. In this case, the BIOS must be updated to include the Microcode Update for the new CPU.

Cleared

Resource Conflict

NVRAM Ignored

NVRAM Bad

More than one system device is trying to use the same non-shareable resources

(Memory or I/O).

The NVRAM data used to store Plug’n’Play (PnP) data was not used for system configuration in POST.

The NVRAM data used to store Plug’n’Play (PnP) data was not used for system configuration in POST due to a data error.

Conflict

PCI I/O conflict

Memory or I/O).

A PCI adapter generated an I/O resource conflict when configured by BIOS POST.

PCI ROM conflict

PCI IRQ conflict

A PCI adapter generated an I/O resource conflict when configured by BIOS POST.

A PCI adapter generated an I/O resource conflict when configured by BIOS POST.

PCI IRQ routing table error

BIOS POST (DIM code) found a PCI device in the system but was unable to figure out how to route an IRQ to the device. Usually this error is causing by an incomplete description of the PCI Interrupt Routing of the system.

Timer Error Indicates an error while programming the count register of channel 2 of the 8254 timer. This may indicate a problem with system hardware.

Refresh timer test BIOS POST found that the refresh timer hardware failed to pass the Refresh failed Retrace Test.

Interrupt Controller-1 error

BIOS POST could not initialize the Master Interrupt Controller. This may indicate a problem with system hardware.

Interrupt Controller-2 error

BIOS POST could not initialize the Slave Interrupt Controller. This may indicate a problem with system hardware.

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CMOS

Message Displayed Description

CMOS Date/Time Not

Set

The CMOS date and/or time are invalid. This error can be resolved by readjusting the system time in AMIBIOS Setup.

CMOS Battery Low CMOS battery is low. This message usually indicates that the CMOS battery needs to be replaced. It could also appear when the user intentionally discharges the

CMOS battery.

Wrong

Bad been changed by a program other than the BIOS or that the CMOS is not retaining its data due to malfunction. This error can typically be resolved by using AMIBIOS

Setup.

Miscellaneous

Message Displayed Description

KBC BAT Test failed Keyboard controller BAT test failed. This may indicate a problem with keyboard controller initialization.

Keyboard Error Keyboard is not present or the hardware is not responding when the keyboard controller is initialized.

PS/2 Keyboard not PS/2 keyboard support is enabled in the BIOS setup but the device is not detected.

found found

Keyboard/Interface

Error

Unlock Keyboard

Keyboard controller failure. This may indicate a problem with system hardware.

System Halted

<INS> Pressed

PS/2 keyboard is locked. User needs to unlock the keyboard to continue the BIOS

POST.

The system has been halted. A reset or power cycle is required to reboot the machine. This message appears after a fatal error has been detected.

Indicates that <INS> key is pressed during the BIOS POST. The POST will load and use default CMOS settings.

failed may occur for both Supervisor and User password verification.

Unknown BIOS error.

Error code = 004Ah

This message is displayed when ADM module is not present in the AMIBIOS8

ROM.

Unknown BIOS error.

Error code = 004Bh

This message is displayed when language module is not present in the AMIBIOS8

ROM.

Failure

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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Messages

To use the information in this section to diagnose a problem:

1.

Find the error symptom in the left column.

2.

If directed to a check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check procedure.

If no check procedure is indicated, the first Action/FRU item listed in the right column is the most likely cause.

NOTE

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

Problems” on page 65.

Processor/Processor Fan-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error Action/FRU

Processor fan does not run but power supply fan runs.

• Ensure the system is not in power saving mode.

• With the system powered on, measure the voltage of the processor fan connector. Its reading should be +12Vdc. If the reading shows normal, but the fan still does not work, then replace the heat sink fan.

• Mainboard

Processor test failed.

• Processor

• Mainboard

NOTE

Normally, the processor fan should be operative, and the processor clock setting should be exactly set to match its speed requirement before diagnosing any processor problems.

Mainboard and Memory-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error Action/FRU

Memory test failed.

• Memory module

• Mainboard

Incorrect memory size shown or repeated during POST.

• Insert the memory modules in the DIMM sockets properly, then reboot the system.

• Memory module

• Mainboard

System works but fails to enter power • Enter CMOS Setup and load the default settings. In Windows saving mode when the Power

Management Mode is set to Enabled.

systems, check settings in Power Management Property of the Control Panel.

• Reload software from Recovery CD.

Blinking cursor only; system does not work.

• IDE drive connection/cables

• IDE disk drives

• See “Undetermined Problems”.

• Mainboard

NOTE

Ensure the memory modules are installed properly and the contact leads are clean before diagnosing any system problems.

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Hard Disk Drive-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

Hard disk drive test failed.

Action/FRU

• Enter CMOS Setup and load the default settings.

• Hard disk drive cable

• Hard disk drive

• Mainboard

Hard disk drive cannot format completely.

• Enter CMOS Setup and load the default settings.

• Hard disk drive cable

• Hard disk drive

• Mainboard

Hard disk drive has write error.

• Enter CMOS Setup and load the default settings.

• Hard disk drive

Hard disk drive LED fails to light, but system operates normally.

• With the system power on, measure the voltage of the HDD

LED connector.

• HDD LED cable

NOTE

Make sure the hard disk drive is configured correctly in CMOS Setup and that cable/jumper are set correctly before diagnosing any hard disk drive problems. (If only one drive is installed, please make sure the drive is connected to master connector or the drive is set to master.)

Optical Disc Drive-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

CD/DVD-ROM drive LED doesn't come on but works normally.

Action/FRU

• Enter CMOS Setup and load the default settings.

• DIMM

• Mainboard

CD/DVD-ROM drive LED flashes for more than 30 seconds before LED shutting off.

• CD/DVD-ROM may have dirt or foreign material on it. Check with a known good disc.

Software asks to reinstall disc. Software displays a reading CD/DVD error.

• CD/DVD-ROM is not inserted properly.

• CD/DVD-ROM is damaged.

CD/DVD-ROM drive cannot load or eject when the system is turned on and its eject button is pressed and held.

• Disconnect all cables from CD/DVD-ROM drive except power cable, then press the eject button to try to unload the disc.

• CD/DVD-ROM drive power cable

• CD/DVD-ROM drive

CD/DVD-ROM drive does not read and there are no messages are displayed.

• CD may have dirt or foreign material on it. Check with a known good disc.

CD/DVD-ROM drive can play audio CD but no sound output.

• Ensure the CD/DVD-ROM driver is installed properly.

• CD/DVD-ROM drive.

• Ensure the headphone jack of the CD/DVD-ROM has an output.

• Turn up the sound volume.

• Speaker power/connection/cable.

• CD/DVD-ROM drive.

NOTE

Make sure the optical disc drive is configured correctly in CMOS Setup, the cable/jumper are set correctly and the drive’s optical lens is clean before diagnosing any optical drive problems.

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Real-Time Clock-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

Real-time clock is inaccurate.

Action/FRU

• Ensure the information in the Standard CMOS Feature of

BIOS Setup is set correctly.

• RTC battery

• Mainboard

Audio-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error Action/FRU

Audio software program invoked but no sound comes from speakers.

• Speaker power/connection/cable

Modem-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error Action/FRU

Modem ring cannot wake up system from suspend mode.

• For an external modem, make sure Power on By Ring in

BIOS Setup or Power Management is set to Enabled. For the

PCI modem, make sure Wake up by PCI card is set to

Enabled.

• If a PCI modem card is used, reinsert the modem card to the

PCI slot firmly or replace the modem card.

• In Win 98, ensure the telephone application is configured correctly for your modem and set to receive messages and/ or fax.

Data/fax modem software program invoked but cannot receive/send data/fax

• Ensure the modem card is installed properly.

Fax/voice modem software program • Ensure the modem voice-in cable from modem adapter card invoked but has no sound output. (Data files are received normally; voice from is connected to the mainboard modem cannot be produced, but system sound feature works normally.)

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Video and Monitor-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

Video memory test failed.Video adapter failed.

Display problem

•

•

•

Incorrect colors

No high intensity

Missing, broken, or incorrect characters

• Blank monitor (dark)

• Blank monitor (bright)

• Distorted image

• Unreadable monitor

Action/FRU

• Remove all non-factory-installed cards.

• Load default settings (if screen is readable).

• Mainboard

• Monitor signal connection/cable

• Monitor

• Video adapter card

• Mainboard

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Video and Monitor-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

Display changing colors.

Action/FRU

• Monitor signal connection/cable

• Video adapter card

• Mainboard

Printer-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

Printing failed.

Printer problems.

Action/FRU

• Ensure the printer driver is properly installed. Refer to the printer service manual.

• Printer

• Printer cable

• Mainboard.

• Refer to the service manual for the printer.

Keyboard-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error Action/FRU

Some or all keys on keyboard do not work.

• Keyboard

Power Supply-related Symptoms

Symptom/Error

Pressing the power button does not turn on the system

Action/FRU

Pressing the power button does not turn off the system. (Only unplugging the power cord from electrical outlet can turn off the system.)

• Ensure the Soft-off by PWR-BTTN in CMOS Setup (under

Power Management) is not set to Instant-off.

• Power switch cable assembly

• Ensure the power override switch (located at the back of the computer, just above the connector for the power cable) is not set to OFF.

• Power switch cable assembly.

Executing software shutdown from Enter CMOS Setup and load the default settings.

Windows98 Start menu does not turn off

• Reload software from Recovery CD.

the system. (Only pressing power button can turn off the system).

No system power, or power supply fan is not running.

• Power supply

• Mainboard

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Beep Codes

When no error message is displayed but the computer stops during POST, listen for beep codes.

Beep Status Possible Causes

One short beep.

long beep

System ready memory error

System is OK.

• Something is wrong with the memory installed

• There is problem accessing the memory (i.e., mainboard problem)

One long beep, VGA not installed or • The mainboard can not access the video card for some reasons. Either the video card is not working, its memory beeps and repeat is not accessible, or its BIOS may be corrupt.

• Something is wrong with the mainboard.

One long beep, then one short beep

Two short beeps.

BIOS failure

CMOS failure

BIOS damaged. Processor jump to boot block to execute the default procedure.

CMOS checksum error

Undetermined Problems

NOTE

• Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer.

• Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See

“Power System Check” on page 57)

Follow the procedures below to isolate the failing FRU. Do not isolate non-defective FRU.

1.

Power off the computer.

2.

Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.

3.

Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:

• Non-Acer devices

• Printer, mouse, and other external devices

• Hard disk drive

• DIMM

• CD/DVD-ROM drive

• Expansion boards

4.

Power on the computer.

5.

Determine if the problem has been resolved.

6.

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

If the problem persists, replace the mainboard, and then LCD assembly (one at a time). Do not replace a nondefective FRU.

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Configuring the ME Firmware

You need to disable the Manageability Engine (ME) firmware before updating the BIOS. Use the

ME_DISABLE jumper to do this.

• 1-2 position: Normal operation (default)

• 2-3 position: ME disable

To disable the ME firmware:

1.

Turn off the power to the computer and all peripherals.

2.

Unplug the power cord from the computer.

3.

Unplug the network cable and all connected peripheral devices from the computer.

4.

Place the computer on a flat, steady surface with the rear cover facing upward.

5.

Remove the computer cover by following the procedures described on page 26.

6.

Remove the graphics card by following the procedure described on page 34.

7.

If necessary, remove any other assemblies or cables that prevent access to the ME_DISABLE jumper.

8.

Locate the ME_DISABLE jumper on the mainboard.

9.

Remove the jumper block and set it over the 2-3 pins for 20 to 30 seconds.

10.

Return the jumper block to its default 1-2 position.

11.

Reinstall the graphics card.

12.

Reinstall any any other assemblies or cables that have previously been removed.

13.

Reinstall the computer cover.

14.

Connect the power cord to the system.

15.

Press the power button to turn on the computer.

16.

During POST, press

Delete

to access the Setup Utility.

17.

Press

F9

to load the system default values.

18.

Press

F10

to save the changes you made and close the Setup Utility.

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Clearing CMOS

You may need to clear the Setup configuration values (CMOS) if the configuration has been corrupted, or if incorrect settings made in the Setup Utility caused error messages to be unreadable. This procedure will clear the BIOS supervisor password as well.

Use the CLR_CMOS jumper to clear the CMOS data.

• 1-2 position: Normal operation (default)

• 2-3 position: Clear CMOS data

To clear the CMOS data:

1.

Turn off the power to the computer and all peripherals.

2.

Unplug the power cord from the computer.

3.

Unplug the network cable and all connected peripheral devices from the computer.

4.

Place the computer on a flat, steady surface with the rear cover facing upward.

5.

Remove the computer cover by following the procedures described on page 26.

6.

Remove the graphics card by following the procedure described on page 34.

7.

If necessary, remove any other assemblies or cables that prevent access to the CLR_CMOS jumper.

8.

Locate the CLR_CMOS jumper on the mainboard.

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9.

Remove the jumper block and set it over the 2-3 pins for 20 to 30 seconds.

10.

Return the jumper block to its default 1-2 position.

11.

Reinstall the graphics card.

12.

Reinstall any other assemblies or cables that have previously been removed.

13.

Reinstall the computer cover.

14.

Connect the power cord to the system.

15.

Press the power button to turn on the computer.

16.

During POST, press

Delete

to access the Setup Utility.

17.

Press

F9

to load the system default values.

18.

Press

F10

to save the changes you made and close the Setup Utility.

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BIOS Recovery

When you boot up the computer and you hear one long beep, followed by a shorter one, the system BIOS is damaged. This maybe cause by an interruption during a BIOS flash procedure (e.g. a power outage) or a corrupted BIOS code, which will cause the system to go into an unbootable state.You need to access and execute the boot block program to reboot the computer and recover the regular BIOS code.

Note the following when restoring the BIOS settings:

• Make sure the computer is connected to a UPS unit during the BIOS recovery process.

• The BIOS crisis recovery disk should be prepared in a computer running the Windows XP or Windows

Vista OS. A USB floppy, optical, or hard drive can be used.

Creating the BIOS Crisis Recovery Disk

1.

Set up a computer running the Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system and connect the BIOS recovery media.

2.

Copy the target BIOS ROM file to the BIOS recovery media and rename it as “amiboot.rom”.

3.

Eject the BIOS recovery media from the computer.

Performing a BIOS Recovery

NOTE

This procedure is only applicable when the boot block section is still valid.

1.

Shut down the BIOS failed-computer.

2.

Connect the BIOS recovery media to the failed computer.

3.

Press the power button to turn on the computer.

The system will now execute the BIOS recovery process. When the process is complete, the computer will automatically reboot.

4.

Eject the BIOS recovery media from the computer

5.

Press

Delete

to run the CMOS Setup Utility.

6.

Press

F9

to load the system default settings.

7.

Select

Ok

, then press

Enter

.

8.

Press

F10

to save the default settings and close the Setup utility.

9.

Select

Ok

, then press

Enter

.

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BIOS Update

Updating the BIOS in DOS Mode

1.

Press the power button to turn on the computer and boot to DOS mode.

2.

Key in 'cd dostool'. (Go to BIOS path like "A:\DOSTOOL")

3.

Key in 'flash2M.bat' or 'flash2M'.

4.

Press

Enter

to flash the system BIOS.

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5.

Reboot the computer.

6.

Press

Delete

to run the CMOS Setup Utility.

7.

Press

F9

to load the system default settings.

8.

Select

Ok

, then press

Enter

.

9.

Press

F9

to save the default settings and close the Setup utility.

10.

Select

Ok

, then press

Enter

.

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Updating the BIOS in Windows Mode

This BIOS updating procedure is for a computer running a 32- or 64-bit Windows OS.

1.

Press the power button to turn on the computer.

2.

Click

Start

|

Command Prompt

|

Run as administrator

.

3.

Perform the steps below if your computer is running 32-bit Windows.

a.

Key in 'cd wintool\32'. (Go to BIOS path like "D:\WinTool\32")

b.

Key in 'wflash2M.bat' or 'wflash2M'.

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c.

Press

Enter

to flash the system BIOS.

4.

Perform the steps below if your computer is running 64-bit Windows.

a.

Key in 'cd wintool\64'. (Go to BIOS path like "D:\WinTool\64")

b.

Key in 'flash2M.bat' or 'flash2M'.

c.

Press

Enter

to flash the system BIOS.

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5.

Reboot the computer.

6.

Press

Delete

to run the CMOS Setup Utility.

7.

Press

F9

to load the system default settings.

8.

Select

Ok

, then press

Enter

.

9.

Press

F9

to save the default settings and close the Setup utility.

10.

Select

Ok

, then press

Enter

.

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System Architecture

This chapter shows the system block diagram and board layout.

Block Diagram

The core subsystems of the computer are depicted in the following block diagram.

Chapter 5

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Mainboard Layout

This section shows the major mainboard components.

8

9

10

11

12

4

5

6

7

2

3

No. Label

1 ATX_12V

CPU

SYS_FAN

CPU_FAN

DIMM1-2

GPIO1

GPIO2

ATX_POWE

R

F_USB 3

F_USB 2

SATA5

SATA1-2

Description

ATX 4-pin connector

Processor socket

System fan connector

CPU cooling fan connector

DDR3 240-pin slots

General Purpose I/O Signal 1

General Purpose I/O Signal 2

No.

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

Label

F_PANEL

AUD/JACK

Description

Power button/LED cable connector

CLR_CMOS

PCIE16X

Clear CMOS jumper

PCI Express 2.0 Gen 2 x16 expansion slot

ME_DISABLE ME disable jumper

F_AUDIO Front panel audio jack header

BAT1

PCIE1X_1

Battery

PCI Express 2.0 Gen 2 x1 expansion slot

Line in/Line Out/MIC Standard 24-pin power connector

Front panel USB header

(card reader)

Front panel USB header

Serial ATA connector

Serial ATA connectors

21

22

23

24

USB

USBLAN

HDMI1/VGA

KB/MS

USB 2.0 ports

RJ45 + USB ports

VGA + HDMI ports

PS/2 keyboard + PS/2 mouse ports

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Jumper Setting

This section explains how to set the jumper for correct configuration of the main board.

Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. When setting a jumper, ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins.

The following illustration shows the location of the jumpers.

The following table shows the settings of the Clear CMOS and ME Disable jumper. Place the jumper cap on pins 1 and 2 to close or short the jumper. Place the jumper cap on pins 2 and 3 to open or clear the jumper.

Jumper

Clear CMOS

Type

3-pin

Description

Clear CMOS

Setting (default)

1-2: Normal operation (default)

2-3: Clear CMOS data

ME Disable 3-pin Disable ME

Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to turn off the system. See

“Clearing CMOS” section on page 74 for detailed instruction.

1-2: Normal operation (default)

2-3: ME disable

For more information on how to clear the CMOS datajumper configure the

ME Disable jumper see “Configuring the ME Firmware” section on page

73.

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Chapter 6

Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) List

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing of the Aspire XC600 computer global configurations. Refer to this list when ordering for repair parts or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization).

IMPORTANT

When ordering FRU parts, check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number is changed, 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 service.

NOTE

Follow the local government regulations, or the rules set by your regional office on how to return or dispose of defective parts.

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Exploded Diagram

1

8

9

7

6

5

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

2

3

No.

1

4

Description

Lowercase assembly

Screw Pan, M3 L5

HDD-ODD bracket

Screw I #6-32 L5

Side cover

Screw Pan, M3 L5

Front I/O and card reader board bracket

Front cover assembly

LED module

1

2

1

1

1

2

1

Quantity

1

2

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ACER_XC600_W_AELENAC(NO:81.3HW01.001G)

Category

BOARDS

Part Name

CARD READER BOARD

CABLES

FRONT IO BOARD USB 2.0 2

USB PORT 2 AUDIO PORT W/O

CARD READER

WIRELESS LAN BOARD

802.11BGN 1X1 RALINK RT3090

LOW-PROFILE

VGA CARD 299-7N161-X03AC

505 512MB 64BITS DDR3 DVI-I

+ HDMI LP

VGA CARD 288-AE153-X01AC

HD7350 1GB DDR3 64BIT DVI-I

+ HDMI LP

VGA CARD 288-9E145-X03AC

HD7470 2GB SDDR3 64BIT DVI-

I + HDMI LP

POWER CORD 1800MM 250V

CHINA

Description

CARD READER

L43CR002-R FOR

DAA75L-VIC

F-IO BOARD/2AUDIO

JACK+ 2 USB CO

WLAN 802.11BGN 1X1

RALINK RT3090 (LOW-PR

PCP NV505 512MB DDR3

DVI-I/HDMI/VGA LP

PCP AMD HD7350 1GB

DSUB/DVI/HDMI/LP

PCP AMD HD7470 2GB

DVI/HDMI LP

Acer Part No.

55.SKQD1.001

55.SKQD1.002

NI.10200.038

VG.PCP50.502

VG.PCP73.502

VG.PCP74.702

POWER CORD 250V CCC

1800MM PRC

27.01518.0K1

ODD CABLE SATA

ODD CABLE SATA

HDD SATA CABLE

HDD SATA CABLE

C.A. SATA ODD GTL

ELENA

C.A. SATA ODD VSO

ELENA

C.A. SATA HDD VSO

APITBULL

C.A. SATA HDD GL

APITBULL

50.SFF01.003

50.SFF01.004

50.SD101.002

50.SD101.002

CASE/COVER/

BRACKET

ASSEMBLY

DVI TO VGA DONGLE

CONNECTOR

CRT COVER

DVI TO VGA DONGLE

CVR CRT BOXER II

D0.VGA26.P01

42.SF601.001

HDMI DUMMY COVER

"ASSEMBLY MAIN-CHASSIS

BLACK W/UPPER

CASE,LOWER CASE,FRONT IO

BRACKET,HDD&ODD

BRACKET"

CRV HDMI COVER

ASSY MAIN-CHASSIS

AELENAC

42.SF601.002

60.SKQD1.001

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Category Part Name

UPPER CASE

Description

ASSY UCASE AELENAC

Acer Part No.

60.SKQD1.002

LOWER CASE ASSY LCASE ASM

AELENAC

60.SKQD1.003

FRONT IO BRACKET

HDD&ODD BRACKET

ASSY BRKT FRONT IO

AELENAC

ASSY CAGE ODD HDD

ASM AELENAC

33.SKQD1.001

33.SKQD1.002

88

CPU/

PROCESSOR

DVD-RW

DRIVE

ASSEMBLY FRONT BEZEL

SILVER W/LED SWITCH CABLE

FOR CARD READER

"CPU INTEL CORE I3 2120 LGA

3M 1333 1155 65W 3.3G, DUAL

CORE"

CPU INTEL CELERON G530

LGA 2.4G 2M 1066 1155 65W

DUAL CORE

CPU INTEL PENTIUM DUAL-

CORE G630 LGA 2.7G 3M 1066

1155 65W

CPU INTEL CELERON G460

LGA 1.7G 1.5M 1066 1155 35W

ODD PIONEER SUPER-MULTI

DRIVE HH DL 16X DVR-219RS

LF BLACK BEZEL SATA

(WIN7+HF)

ODD PLDS SUPER-MULTI

DRIVE HH DL 16X DH-16ACSH

LF+HF BLACK BEZEL SATA

(WIN7)

ODD PIONEER DVD-ROM HH

16X DVD-231RS LF+HF BLACK

BEZEL SATA (WIN7)

ODD PLDS DVD-ROM HH 16X

DH-16D6SH LF+HF BLACK

BEZEL SATA (WIN7)

ASSY MAIN BEZEL

AELENAC HOT

STAMPING

IC CPU SANDY BRIDGE

I3-2120 3MB 2C 3.3GH

IC CPU CELERON G530

DC 2MB 2.4GHZ 65W LG

IC CPU INTEL PENTIUM

DUAL-CORE G630 LGA

IC CPU INTEL CELERON

G460 1.8G 1.5M

ODD DVD RW SATA 12.7

PIONEER DVR-219RS

ODD SUPER-MULTI HH

DL PLDS DH-16ACSH

ODD DVD-ROM HH TL

PIONEER DVR-231RS

ODD DVD-ROM HH PLDS

DH-16D6SH

60.SKQD1.004

KC.21201.CI3

KC.53001.CD

G

KC.63001.DE

G

KC.G0001.460

KU.01605.007

KU.0160F.013

KV.01605.007

KV.0160F.006

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Category

HDD/HARD DISK

DRIVE

HEATSINK

Part Name

"HDD 1TB 7200RPM 3.5""

SEAGATE SATA3

ST31000524AS 6G 32MB"

"HDD HGST 3.5"" 7200RPM

1000GB

HDS721010DLE630(MARS)

SATA III 32MB LF F/W:5R0"

"HDD WD 3.5"" 5400RPM

1000GB WD10EARX-

22N0YB0(GP667,4K) SATA III

64MB LF F/W:51.0AB51"

"HDD WD 3.5"" 5400RPM

1500GB WD15EARX-22PASB0

SATA III 64MB LF F/

W:51.0AB51"

"HDD SEAGATE 3.5"" 7200RPM

500GB

ST3500413AS(PHARAOH 6G)

SATA III 16MB LF F/W:JC45"

"HDD WD 3.5"" 7200RPM

500GB WD5000AAKX-

221CA1(XL500, 6G) SATA III

16MB LF F/W:17.01H17"

CPU HEATSINK AIR COOLER

LGA1156 95W WITH DUCT

CPU HEATSINK AIR COOLER

LGA1156 95W COOLER CM

Description

"HDD 1TB3.5""S3

SEAGATE ST31000524AS

6G7.2"

"HDD1TB 3.5"" HGST

HDS721010DLE630 6G

7.2K"

Acer Part No.

KH.01K01.016

KH.01K07.006

"HDD 1TB 3.5"" WD

WD10EARX-22N0YB0

5.4K GP"

"HDD 1.5TB 3.5"" WD

WD15EARX-22PASB0 GP"

"HDD 500GB 3.5""S3 SGT

ST3500413AS 6G 7.2K"

"HDD 500GB 3.5"" S3

WD5000AAKX-221CA1

7200"

LGA1156 95W COOLER

WITH DUCT

INTEL LGA1156 95W

COOLER CM

KH.01K08.020

KH.15K08.004

KH.50001.022

KH.50008.025

HI.10800.068

HI.10800.071

KEYBOARD

MAINBOARD

KEYBOARD SUNREX JME-

8105P PS/2 STANDARD 104KS

BLACK SIMPLIFIED CHINESE

NEW ACER LOGO

KEYBOARD SUNREX JME-

8105U USB STANDARD 104KS

BLACK SIMPLIFIED CHINESE

NEW ACER LOGO

MB KIT A1600X INTEL H61

INTEL 82579V GBE

PROPRIETARY W/O 1394 LF

DDRIII 2 DIMM W/ EUP W/IO

SHIELDING

KB SUNREX JME-8105P

PS2 BLACK SIMPLIFIED

KB SUNREX JME-8105U

USB BLACK SIMPLIFIED

MB KIT A1600X INTEL

H61 INTEL 82579V GBE

KB.PS20S.032

KB.USB0S.031

DB.SKQCN.00

1

MEMORY MEMORY NANYA UNB-DIMM

DDRIII 1333 1GB

NT1GC64BH4B0PF-CG LF

128*16 0.055UM

MEMORY KINGSTON DDR3

1333MHZ 1G

ACR128X64D3U1333C9

DIMM 1G

NT1GC64BH4B0PF-CG

DDR3 UNB.

DIMM 1G

ACR128X64D3U1333C9

KN.1GB03.035

KN.1GB07.002

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Category

MEMORY

POINTING

DEVICE

POWER

SUPPLY

SCREWS

Part Name

MEMORY UNIFOSA DDR3

1333MHZ 1G UNB-DIMM

GU502203EP0201 LF 128*8

0.065UM

MEMORY NANYA UNB-DIMM

DDRIII 1333 2GB

NT2GC64B88G0NF-CG LF+HF

256*8 46NM V79D

MEMORY KINGSTON UNB-

DIMM DDRIII 1333 2GB

ACR256X64D3U13C9G LF+HF

MEMORY UNIFOSA UNB-DIMM

DDRIII 1333 2GB

HU524303EP0200 LF 256*8

46NM

MEMORY KINGSTON UNB-

DIMM DDRIII 1333 4GB

ACR512X64D3U13C9G LF+HF

MEMORY A-DATA UNB-DIMM

DDRIII 1333 4GB

AD63I1C1624EV LF+HF

MEMORY UNIFOSA UNB-DIMM

DDRIII 1333 4GB

HU564403EP0200 LF 256*8

46NM

LOGITECH OPTICAL MOUSE

PS2 M-S0004-O WITH ACER

LOGO

PRIMAX OPTICAL MOUSE PS2

MOFGKO WITH ACER LOGO

LOGITECH OPTICAL MOUSE

USB M-U0027-O WITH ACER

LOGO

PRIMAX OPTICAL MOUSE USB

MOFGUO WITH ACER LOGO

POWER SUPPLY 220W PFC

230V DELTA DPS-220UB-4A

EUP

POWER SUPPLY 220W LITE-

ON PFC 230V PE-5221-08AF

EUP

POWER SUPPLY 220W

CHICONYPOWER PFC CPB09-

D220A AAGASSI

SCRW I T NO6-32 L5 BZN

Description

DIMM 1G

GU502203EP0201 UNB.

DIMM 2G

NT2GC64B88G0NF-CG

DDR3 1333MHZ

DIMM 2G

ACR256X64D3U13C9G

DDR3 UNB.

DIMM 2G

HU524303EP0200 DDR3

1333MHZ UNB.

DIMM 4G

ACR512X64D3U13C9G

DDR3 UNB.

DIMM 4G AD63I1C1624EV

DDR3 1333MHZ UNB.

DIMM 4G

HU564403EP0200 DDR3

1333MHZ UNB.

OPTICAL MOUSE PS2 M-

S0004-O WIT

OPTICAL MOUSE PS2

MOFGKO WITH ACE

MOUSE OPTICAL USB M-

U0027-O WITH ACER LO

MOUSE OPTICAL MOUSE

USB MOFGUO WITH

ACER

SPS 220W EUP PFC 230V

DPS-220UB-4A(NEW)

SPS PFC 220W (8.5L)

EUP PE-5221-08AF ABO

SPS 220W PFC CPB09-

D220A AAGASSI

SCRW I T NO6-32 L5 BZN

Acer Part No.

KN.1GB0H.01

5

KN.2GB03.026

KN.2GB07.007

KN.2GB0H.01

2

KN.4GB07.002

KN.4GB0C.00

2

KN.4GB0H.00

1

MS.11200.104

MS.11200.105

MS.11200.106

MS.11200.107

PY.22009.010

PY.2200B.010

PY.2200F.005

86.SG901.001

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Appendix A

Technical Specifications

This section provides technical specifications for the system.

Processor

Item

Type

Processor

Number

Number of

Cores

Clock Speed

(GHz)

Turbo Speed

(GHz)

3.0

3.2

Cache Size

(MB)

Thermal Design



Power (W)

6

77

Specification

Intel Core / Celeron processor

Ci5-

3330

Quad

Ci5-

2320

Quad

Ci3-

3220

Dual

Ci3-

2130

Dual

3.0

3.3

6

95

3.3

3

55

3.4

3

65

3

65

Ci3-

2100

Dual

3.1

3

65

PDC-

G645

Dual

2.9

PDC-

G640

Dual

2.8

CD

G550

Dual

2.6

CD

G465

Single

1.9

3

65

2

65

1.5

35

System Board Major Chips

Item

System Core Logic

Memory Controller

Storage Controller

PCIE Controller

LAN Controller

Audio Controller

Input Devices

Controller

Specification

Intel H61 Express chipset

Intel H61 Express chipset

Intel H61 Express chipset

Intel H61 Express chipset

Intel PCI-E Gbe LAN controller PHY

Realtek ALC662-VC0-GR Audio Codec

Super I/O ITE 8728F-CX

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System Memory

Item

DIMM Sockets

Memory Type

Module Name

Organization

Maximum

Memory

Specification

Two

DDR3-1066/1333 unbuffered DIMM

PC3-8500/10600

ECC

8 GB

Vendor Unifosa

DIMM Size (GB) 1, 2

Pin 240

Nanya

2

240

Kingston

2

240

System BIOS

Item

BIOS Vendor

BIOS Version

PCI Interface

Specification

American Megatrends Inc.

P01-A0

Item

Number of Slots

Specification

PCI Express x 1 slot

PCI Express x16 slot

Hard Disk Drive

Item

Number of HDD bays

Form factor

Interface

Supported capacities

500 GB

1000 GB

1500 GB

Specification

1

3.5-inch 25.4 mm

SATA 3.0

• Seagate Pharaoh – ST3500413AS

• WD – WD5000AAKX-221CA1

• HGST Mars – HDS721010DLE630

• Seagate Pharaoh – ST31000524AS

• WD – WD10EARX-22N0YB0

• WD – WD15EARX-22PASB0

A-data

2

240

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VGA Interface

Item

Connector

Network Interface

Item

LAN Controller

Supports LAN Protocol

LAN Connector Type

SATA Interface

Specification

VGA/monitor port

Specification

Intel 82579V Gbe LAN controller PHY

10/100/1000 Mbps

RJ45

Item

SATA Controller

Connectors

Specification

Embedded SATA controller

Two SATA 2.0 ports

Two SATA 3.0 ports

Audio Interface

Item

Audio Controller

Connectors

Specification

Realtek ALC662-VC0-GR Audio Codec

Three audio jacks

Keyboard and Input Devices

Item

Controller

Connectors

Specification

Super I/O ITE 8728F-CX

• PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors

• Eight USB ports (four on front and six on rear)

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Optical Drive

BD Combo Module

Item

Vendor

Model name

Drive type

Write Speed

Read Speed

Data Transfer Rate

Access Time

Buffer Size

Interface Type

Specification

HLDS

CH20N

BD-Combo

DVD-R 2x, 4x CLV, 8x ZCLV, 8x

PCAV, 12x PCAV, 16x CAV

DVD-R DL 2x, 4x CLV

DVD-RW2x, 4x, 6x CLV

DVD-RAM2x, 3x CLV, 5x PCAV

DVD+R2.4x, 4x CLV, 8x ZCLV, 8x

PCAV, 12x PCAV, 16x CAV

DVD+R DL2.4x, 4x CLV

DVD+RW2.4x, 4x, 6x CLV, 8x ZCLV

CD-R8x, 16x CLV, 24x, 32x PCAV,

40x CAV

CD-RW4x, 10x, 16x CLV, 24x ZCLV

BD-ROM (SL/DL)6x / 4.8x CAV

BD-R (SL/DL)6x / 4.8x CAV

BD-RE (SL/DL)4.8x / 4.8x CAV

BDMV (AACS Compliant Disc) 4.8x

CAV

DVD-ROM (SL/DL)16x / 8x CAV DVD-

R (SL/DL)16x / 8x CAV

DVD-RW (SL/DL)10x CAV / Not support DVD+R (SL/DL)16x / 8x CAV

DVD+RW (SL/DL)10x CAV / Not support

DVD-RAM 2x, 3x ZCLV, 5x PCAV

DVD-Video (CSS Compliant Disc)

(SL/DL) 8x CAV

CD-R/ROM40x CAV CD-RW 40x

CAV

CD-DA (DAE) 32x CAV

Video CD 10x CAV

80 mm CD 10x CAV

BD-ROM 215.79 Mbits/s (6x) max.

DVD-ROM 22.16 Mbytes/s (16x) max.

CD-ROM 6,000 kB/s (40x) max.

BD-ROM 180 ms typ

DVD-ROM 150 ms typ.

DVD-RAM 180 ms typ.

CD-ROM 150 ms typ.

PLDS

DH-6E2S/DH-4O3S

BD-Combo/BD-ROM

12X Zone CLV at DVD-R / +R

6X CLV at DVD-RW / +RW

5X CLV at DVD-RAM

4X CLV at DVD--R DL / +R DL

24X Zone CLV at CD-R / RW

12X CAV at DVD-ROM and DVD-R /

+R

8X CAV at DVD-ROM DL and DVD -

RW / +RW

/ -R DL / +R DL

5X CAV at BD-ROM / R / RE

5X CLV at DVD-RAM

2X CLV at BD-ROM DL / R DL / RE

DL

32X CAV at CD-ROM and CD-R

24X CAV at CD-RW

—

BD-ROM 250 ms typ

DVD-ROM 150 ms typ.

DVD-RAM 180 ms typ.

CD-ROM 150 ms typ.

4 MB

Serial ATA

2 MB

Serial ATA

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Super Multi

Item

Vendor

Model Name

Drive Type

Write Speed

HLDS

GH80N

Super Multi

CD-R: 4x, 8x, 16x CLV,

24x, 32x, 40x PCAV

CD-RW: 4x, 10x,16x

CLV, 24x, 32x ZCLV

(High Speed: 10x, Ultra

Speed: 16x, 24x, US

Plus: 16x, 24x, 32x)

DVD+R:2.4x, 4x, 6x CLV,

8x,12x ZCLV, 8x, 12x

PCAV, 16x CAV

DVD+R DL:2.4x, 4x , 6x

CLV, 8x ZCLV

DVD+RW:2.4x, 4x, 6x

CLV, 8x ZCLV

(High Speed DVD+RW:

6x CLV, 8x ZCLV)

DVD-R:2x, 4x, 6x CLV,

8x ZCLV, 8x PCAV, 16x

CAV

DVD-R DL:2x, 4x, 6x

CLV, 8x ZCLV

DVD-RW:1x, 2x, 4x, 6x

CLV

DVD-RAM:2x, 3x ZCLV,

3x-5x PCAV (Ver.2.2)

Specification

PLDS

DH-16ACSH

Super Multi

CD-R: 16x CLV, 24x 17x

~ 24x PCAV, 32x 17x ~

32x PCAV, 40x 17x ~ 40x

CAV

CD-RW: 4x CLV, 10x

CLV, 16x CLV, 24x 16x-

24x Zone-CLV1, 16x

CLV, 24x / 32x 16x-24x-

32x Zone CLV2

DVD+R: 24x / 32x 16x-

24x-32x Zone CLV2, 4x /

6x CLV, 8x PCAV

DVD+R9: 12x / 16x CAV,

2.4x / 4x CLV, 6x / 8x

Zone CLV, 12x CAV

DVD+RW: 2.4x / 4x / 6x

CLV

8x Zone CLV

DVD-R: 4x / 6x CLV, 8x

PCAV

DVD-R9: 12x / 16x CAV,

4x CLV

6x / 8x Zone CLV

12x CAV

DVD-RW 2x / 4x CLV, 6x

Zone CLV

DVD-RAM 2x / 3x / 5x /

6x CLV, 8x / 12x PCAV

Pioneer

DVR-219RS

Super Multi

CD-R: 16x CLV, 24x 17x

~ 24x PCAV, 32x 17x ~

32x PCAV, 40x 17x ~ 40x

CAV

CD-RW: 4x CLV, 10x

CLV, 16x CLV, 24x 16x-

24x Zone-CLV1, 16x

CLV, 24x / 32x 16x-24x-

32x Zone CLV2

DVD+R: 24x / 32x 16x-

24x-32x Zone CLV2, 4x /

6x CLV, 8x PCAV

DVD+R9: 12x / 16x CAV,

2.4x / 4x CLV, 6x / 8x

Zone CLV, 12x CAV

DVD+RW: 2.4x / 4x / 6x

CLV

8x Zone CLV

DVD-R: 4x / 6x CLV, 8x

PCAV

DVD-R9: 12x / 16x CAV,

4x CLV

6x / 8x Zone CLV

12x CAV

DVD-RW 2x / 4x CLV, 6x

Zone CLV

DVD-RAM 2x / 3x / 5x /

6x CLV, 8x / 12x PCAV

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Super Multi

Item

Read Speed

Data Transfer Rate

Access Time

Buffer Size

Interface Type

CD-R/RW/ROM:40x/40x/

40x max.

CD-DA (DAE):40x max.

80 mm CD:10x max

DVD+R/+RW:10x / 8x max.

DVD+R DL:8x max.

DVD-R/RW/ROM(SL/

DL):10x / 8x / 16x / 12x max.

DVD-R DL:8x max.

DVD-RAM (Ver.1.0/

2.2):2x/ 3x-5x PCAV

Specification

CD-ROM: 4x / 8x CLV,

4x~10x / 6.4x~16x /

9.6x~24x /12.8x~32x /

16x~40x / 19.2x~48x

CAV

CD-RW: 4x / 8x CLV,

4x~10x / 6.4x~16x /

9.6x~24x /12.8x~32x /

16x~40x CAV

CD-R/RW: 8x CLV

DVD-ROM (single layer):

1.6x~4x / 2.4x~6x /

3.2x~8x /4.8x~12x /

6.4x~16x CAV

DVD-ROM (dual layer):

1.6x~4x / 2.4x~6x /

3.2x~8x /4.8x~12x

DVD+R: 2.4x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x /6.4x~16x CAV

DVD-R: 2x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x /6.4x~16x

DVD+RW: 2.4x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x CAV

DVD-RW: 2x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x CAV

DVD+R9: 4x / 8x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x CAV

DVD-R9: 2x / 4x CLV, 2x

/ 3x / 5x / 6x CAV

DVD-RAM: 2x / 3x / 5x /

6x CLV, 8x / 12x PCAV

CD-ROM: 7150 KB/s

DVD-ROM: 20.85 MB/s

CD-ROM: 4x / 8x CLV,

4x~10x / 6.4x~16x /

9.6x~24x /12.8x~32x /

16x~40x / 19.2x~48x

CAV

CD-RW: 4x / 8x CLV,

4x~10x / 6.4x~16x /

9.6x~24x /12.8x~32x /

16x~40x CAV

CD-R/RW: 8x CLV

DVD-ROM (single layer):

1.6x~4x / 2.4x~6x /

3.2x~8x /4.8x~12x /

6.4x~16x CAV

DVD-ROM (dual layer):

1.6x~4x / 2.4x~6x /

3.2x~8x /4.8x~12x

DVD+R: 2.4x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x /6.4x~16x CAV

DVD-R: 2x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x /6.4x~16x

DVD+RW: 2.4x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x CAV

DVD-RW: 2x / 4x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x CAV

DVD+R9: 4x / 8x CLV,

2.4x~6x / 3.2x~8x /

4.8x~12x CAV

DVD-R9: 2x / 4x CLV, 2x

/ 3x / 5x / 6x CAV

DVD-RAM: 2x / 3x / 5x /

6x CLV, 8x / 12x PCAV

CD-ROM: 7150 KB/s

DVD-ROM: 20.85 MB/s

CD-ROM:6,000 kB/s

(40x) max.

DVD-ROM:22.16 MB/s

(16x) max.

CD-ROM: 125 ms

DVD-ROM: 145 ms

2 MB

Serial ATA

CD-ROM: 140 ms

DVD-ROM: 160/180 ms

2 MB

Serial ATA

CD-ROM: 140 ms

DVD-ROM: 160/180 ms

2 MB

Serial ATA

Aspire XC600 Service Guide

DVD-ROM

Item

Vendor

Model Name

Drive Type

Write Speed

Read Speed

HLDS

DH50N

DVD-ROM

—

—

Specification

PLDS

DH-16D6SH

DVD-ROM

—

DVD-ROM (single layer)

2x CLV,

4X, 6X, 8X, 10X, 12X,

16X CAV

DVD-ROM (dual layer)

2x CLV,

4X, 6X, 8X CAV

DVD±R 2x CLV, 4X, 6X,

8X CAV

DVD±RW 2x CLV, 4X,

6X, 8X

CAV

DVD±R DL2x CLV, 4X,

6X CAV

CD-ROM, CD-R 4X, 8X

CLV,

16X, 24X, 32X, 40X, 48X

CAV

CD-DAE4X, 8X CLV,

16X, 24X,

32X, 40X, 48X CAV

CD-RW 4X, 8X CLV,

16X, 24X,

32X, 40X CAV

DVD-RAM 2x CLV, 5X

CAV

Pioneer

DVR-231RS

DVD-ROM

—

DVD-ROM (single layer)

2x CLV,

4X, 6X, 8X, 10X, 12X,

16X CAV

DVD-ROM (dual layer)

2x CLV,

4X, 6X, 8X CAV

DVD±R 2x CLV, 4X, 6X,

8X CAV

DVD±RW 2x CLV, 4X,

6X, 8X

CAV

DVD±R DL2x CLV, 4X,

6X CAV

CD-ROM, CD-R 4X, 8X

CLV,

16X, 24X, 32X, 40X, 48X

CAV

CD-DAE4X, 8X CLV,

16X, 24X,

32X, 40X, 48X CAV

CD-RW 4X, 8X CLV,

16X, 24X,

32X, 40X CAV

DVD-RAM 2x CLV, 5X

CAV

Aspire XC600 Service Guide 97

98

DVD-ROM

Item

Data Transfer Rate —

Access Time

Buffer Size

Interface Type

—

—

Serial ATA

Specification

DVD-ROM outside

(20956 KB/ sec)

DVD-ROM inside (8100

KB/sec)

DVD 9 Disc Outside

(10200 KB/ sec)

DVD 9 Disc Inside

(4050KB/sec)

DVD+R/-R DL Disc

Outside

(7400 KB/sec)

DVD+R/-R DL Disc

Inside (2700

KB/sec)

CD-ROM outside (7200

KB/sec)

CD-ROM inside (2850

KB/sec)

DVD-RAM outside (7000

KB/sec)

DVD-RAM inside (2335

KB/sec)

CD 120 ms

DVD 140 ms

DVD-RAM 200 ms

198 KB

Serial ATA

DVD-ROM outside

(20956 KB/ sec)

DVD-ROM inside (8100

KB/sec)

DVD 9 Disc Outside

(10200 KB/ sec)

DVD 9 Disc Inside

(4050KB/sec)

DVD+R/-R DL Disc

Outside

(7400 KB/sec)

DVD+R/-R DL Disc

Inside (2700

KB/sec)

CD-ROM outside (7200

KB/sec)

CD-ROM inside (2850

KB/sec)

DVD-RAM outside (7000

KB/sec)

DVD-RAM inside (2335

KB/sec)

CD 120 ms

DVD 140 ms

DVD-RAM 200 ms

198 KB

Serial ATA

Aspire XC600 Service Guide

A

B

ACPI, see Advanced Configuration Power

Interface 2

Advanced Chipset Configuration submenu 13

Advanced Configuration Power Interface specifications 2

Advanced menu 11 antivirus software 2 audio headphone jack 4 microphone jack, rear 5 troubleshooting 70 beep codes 72

BIOS 92 checkpoints 58 clear CMOS 74 crisis recovery disk 75 recovery 75 system passwords 19 update, DOS mode 76 update, Windows mode 77 vendor 92

Version 92 block diagram 81 boot block checkpoints 58 execute 75

Boot Options menu 21 boot sequence 21 button optical drive eject 4

C

card reader multi-in-1 4 checkpoints boot block 58

DIM 62 overview 58

POST 60

CMOS clear 74

CMOS Setup Utility access 8

Advanced Chipset Configuration submenu 13

Advanced menu 11

BIOS Security menu 19

Boot menu 21

Exit menu 22

Integrated Peripherals submenu 14

Main menu 10

Miscellaneous submenu 12 navigation keys 9 overview 7

PC Health Status submenu 15

,

16

Power menu 17

,

18 connectivity options 1 connector

LAN 5 power 5

PS/2 keyboard 5

PS/2 mouse 5 cover optical drive 4

D

DIM checkpoints 62 disassembly procedures expansion board 34

,

48

HDD-ODD bracket 30

,

49 memory 35

,

47 side panel 26

,

42

,

56

E

environmental requirements 3

Exit menu 22 expansion slots expansion board, remove 34

,

48 specifications 1 exploded view 86 external modules disassembly font bezel 27

,

55

F

H

Field Replaceable Unit, see FRU list 85 front bezel installing 27 removing 27

FRU list components list 87 exploded view 86 part number updates 85 hard disk drive troubleshooting 69 hardware configuration utility 7 exploded view 86

FRU list 85 information display 10 troubleshooting 57

HDD, see hard disk drive 1

HDD-ODD bracket

Index

99

remove 30

,

49 headphone jack 4 humidity 3

I

I/O ports 2

Integrated Peripherals submenu 14

J

jack line-in 5 line-out 5 microphone-in 4

L

M

lock

Kensington 5 main board placement 82

Main menu 10 main unit disassembly audio board 38

,

44 heat sink 28

,

54 mainboard 39

,

40

,

43 power supply 36

,

45 processor 29

,

53 mainboard component identification 82 specifications 3 troubleshooting 68 major chipsets 91

ME firmware 73 memory check size 10 remove 35

,

47 troubleshooting 68 microphone jack rear 5

Miscellaneous submenu 12 modem board troubleshooting 70 monitor port 5

O

ODD, see optical disc drive 1 operating system 1 optical disc drive troubleshooting 69

OS support 1

P

PC Card 93

PC Health Status submenu 15

,

16

PCMCIA 93

100

R

port

HDMI 5

POST, see Power-On Self-Test 60 power

ACPI compliance 2 button/indicator 4 specifications 2 power management

BIOS settings 17

,

18 specifications 2

Power menu 17

,

18 power supply unit troubleshooting 71

Power-On Self-Test beep codes 72 checkpoints 60 error messages 62 processor 91 check type/speed 10 feature configuration 13 troubleshooting 68

Return Merchandise Authorization 85

RMA, see Return Merchandise Authorization 85

RTC battery

BIOS error 7

RTC clock troubleshooting 70

S

Security menu 19 side panel remove 26

,

42

,

56 slots expansion 5 software specifications antivirus 2 operating system 1 supervisor password 19 system architecture 81 system date 10 system dimensions 3 system disassembly 25 preinstallation instructions 25 requirements 25 system features

SATA controller 2 system memory 92 system passwords change 20 remove 20

set 20 system time 10 system tour rear panel 5 system utilities 7 system views front view 4 system weight 3

T

U

technical specifications 91 temperature operating 3 temperature monitoring 15 troubleshooting

BIOS checkpoints 58

BIOS recovery 75

BIOS update 76 clearing CMOS 74 component failure 68 disabling ME firmware 73 hardware diagnostic procedure 57

POST error indicators 62 undetermined problems 72

USB ports bootable device 14 front 2

,

4

,

5 legacy device 14 rear 5 user password 19

V

VGA port 5 video troubleshooting 70

101

102