Acer TravelMate 3200 Series

Service Guide

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PRINTED IN TAIWAN

II

Revision History

Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 3200 service guide.

Date

2004/09/30

Chapter

Chapter 1 and 5

Updates

Add one power button description on board layout (top view)

Copyright

Copyright © 2004 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Disclaimer

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

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

Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation.

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

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

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

III

Conventions

The following conventions are used in this manual:

SCREEN MESSAGES

NOTE

WARNING

CAUTION

IMPORTANT

Denotes actual messages that appear on screen.

Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic.

Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.

Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems.

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

IV

Preface

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

1.

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.

2.

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

Chapter 1 System Specifications 1

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

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

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

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

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Outlook View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Front Open View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Front Closed View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Right Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Lock Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Embedded Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

The Euro Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Launch Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Touchpad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Chapter 2 System Utilities 35

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 49

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

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

/and the LCD module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Removing the Wireless LAN Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Removing the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Removing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Remove the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly . . . . . . .57

Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

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Table of Contents

Disassembling the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Disassembling the External Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Disassembling the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 65

System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

External Diskette Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

External CD-ROM Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Memory check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Power System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Touchpad check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Index of Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 83

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 87

Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 96

TravelMate 3200 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Appendix B Test Compatible Components 97

Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Appendix C Online Support Information 101

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Chapter 1

System Specifications

Features

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

Performance

T

T

T

T

T

Intel

®

Pentium M

®

processor 715, 725,735,745,755

Intel

®

855GME chipset

256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDimm modules

40 GB and above high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) power management system.

Display

T

T

T

T

T

T

The 14.1” XGA (1024x768 resolution) SXGA+ (will ship)TFT LCD panel providing a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use

3D graphics support

TravelMate 3200 series employs ATI MOBILITY

TM

RADEON

TM

9700 with 64MB of video memory

(manufacturing option)

Simultaneous display on LCD and CRT monitor, and other display devices like projector support

“Automatic LCD dim” feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves pwer

Dual indenpendent display

Multimedia

T

T

T

T

16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio

Built-in dual speakers

Built-in microphone

High-speed DVD/CD-RW Combo or DVD-Super Multi drive (no DVD dual)

Connectivity

T

Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem

T

T

T

T

T

T

T

T

Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection

Fast infrared wireless communication

Two USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports

IEEE 1394 port

Invilink TM 802.11b/g or IInvilink TM 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN (manufacturing optional)

Bluetooth ready (manufacturing optional)

SD/MMC/MS memory card reader

100-pin port replicator connector

Keyboard and Pointing Device

T

84/85-key Windows keyboard

T

Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function

Chapter 1 1

Expansion

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T

T

I/O Ports

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T

T

T

T

T

T

T

T

T

T

One Type II CardBus PC Card slot

Upgradeable memory modules

Acer EasyPort

One Type II PC Card slot

One RJ-11 phone jack (V.90/92)

One RJ-45 jack for LAN (Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T)

One 100-pin port replicator

One external monitor port

One line-out jack (3.5mm minijack)

One microphone jack (3.5mm minijack)

One Infrared (FIR) port

One IEEE 1394 port

Two USB 2.0 ports

One 3-in-1 memory card reader (MS/MMC/SD)

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System Block Diagram

D

1 2 3

Voltage Rails

PWR_SRC

3VSUS

Primary DC system power supply

3.3V switched power rail ( off in S4-S5 )

+3V

3VPCU

5VSUS

+5V

A

5VPCU

3.3V switched power rail ( off in S3-S5 )

3V always on power rail

5V switched power rail ( off in S4-S5 )

5V switched power rail ( off in S3-S5 )

5V always on power rail

VCC_CORE 1.34V/0.94V switched power rail for CPU core voltage ( off in S3-S5 )

VCC_VID 1.2V power rail regulator from 2.5VSUS for CPU VID ( off in S3-S5 )

2.5VSUS

2.5V switched power rail for DDR Memory ( off in S4-S5 )

+1.25

1.25V switched power rail for DDR Termination ( off in S3-S5 )

1.5V

1.5V power rail regulator from 2.5VSUS for AGP I/F ( off in S3-S5 )

VGA_CORE

+2.5V

1.2V switched power rail for VGA Core voltage ( off in S3-S5 )

2.5V switched power rail for VGA Frame Buffer ( off in S3-S5 )

B

C

MDC CONN

Page :17

RJ11

PAGE :15

DDR-SODIMM1

2_5VSUS Page :7

DDR 200/266/333MHz

DDR-SODIMM2

2_5VSUS Page :7

4

DOTHAN

( Micro-FCPGA 478 )

Page : 02, 03

FSB=400MHZ

NORTH BRIDGE

Intel 855GME

( BGA 732 )

Page : 04, 05, 06

266MHZ

Hard Disk Drive

5V Page :9

DVD ROM Drive

PWR_DJ Page :9

PRIMARY MASTER ATA 66/100

SECONDARY MASTER ATA 66/100

AC'97

SOUTH BRIDGE

ICH4-M

(BGA 421)

Page : 12, 13, 14

LPC BUS LPC BUS

REALTEK

ALC202

Page :16

LINEOUT

HEADPHONE

KBC

NS PC97551

5VPCU Page :21

PS2 SUPER I/O

NS PC87383

Page :18

+5V

Audio AMP

MAX9750CETI

Page :17

Flash

5VPCU

BIOS

Page :21

Touch Pad

5V

Page :21

Int.

Keyboard

Page :21

COM1 LPT USB * 2

5

CARDBUS

CONN

Page :20

USB 2.0 Conn.

X1

Page :22

6

1394

CONN

Page : 19

BATT CHARGER

PAGE :30

7

CPU VR

MAX1907

VHCORE Page :29

PCLK_ICH (SB,SB-PCI DEVICE)

PCLK_SIO (SIO,SIO-SB)

DEEFCLK

PCLK_551 (EC,EC-SB)

PCLK_MINI (MINI,MINI-SB)

PCLK_LAN (LAN,LAN-SB)

PCLK_1394 (1394.1394-SB)

CLK48_USB(SB,SB-USB)

UMA

CLOCKS

(ICS950810)

3V

2_5V Page :08

DOTTED LINE USE INTERNAL VGA(UMA)

AGP 4X

VGA

AGP-M10/11

LVDS

HCLK_CPU +- (CPU,CPU-NB)

HCLK_MCH +- (NB,NB-CPU)

CLK66_MCH (NB,NB-AGP)

CLK66_AGP (AGP,AGP-NB)

CLK66_ICH (SB,SB-NB)

14M_SIO (SIO)

14M_ICH (SB,SB-SMBUS)

14M_ALC202

Panel Connector

VIN

3V Page : 25

TFT LCD 14" (Normal, Ratio 16:9)

3V

2.5V

1_5V

1.8V

VGA_CORE 1.2

INTA

Page : 09, 10, 11

UMA

RGB

5V

CRT

Page :25

TV

DOTTED LINE USE INTERNAL VGA(UMA)

USB 2.0

33MHz , 3.3V PCI

TI4510

CARDBUS/1394

12VOUT

+5V

+3V

Page :19, 20

REQ2

GNT2

PIRQB#C#

AD22

MINI PCI IIIB

Wireless LAN

3V

5V

3VSUS

REQ1

GNT1

INTE,F

AD20

Page :18

LAN

3V

BCM5788M

REQ0

LANVCC

GNT0

INTD

AD18

Page :15

10/100 LAN RJ45

PAGE :15

USB * 2

Page :22

8

Stereo

Speaker

Page :17

SYS MIC

Page :16

HEADPHONE

Page :16

PS2

LINEOUT

HEADPHONE

PORT REPLICATOR

10/100 LAN

RGB

TV

19V Page :24

DC/DC

PAGE :25,26,27,28

USB ICSI 1213

3 IN 1

USB 2.0 Conn.

X1

+5V

DAUGHTER BOARD

A

B

C

D

Size

Custom

Document Number

Date:

Acer Inc.

BLOCK DIAGRAM

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Chapter 1 3

Board Layout

Top View

power button for testing

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5

8

9

10

3

4

1

2

11

12

13

14

15

RJ11

1394 Connector

USB Connector

VGA Connector

Modem Cable Connector

LCD Connector

Internal MIC Connector

Battery Connector

FAN Connector

Line-out Connector

MIC Connector

Speaker Connector

DDR SO-DIMM (TOP)

20

21

22

23

16

17

18

19

24

25

26

27

Bluetooth Connector

MDC Connector

BIOS Socket

ODD Connector

Touchpad Connector

Keyboard Connector

QSB Cable Connector

RTC battery Connector

RJ45 Connector

Power Jack

Docking

3-in-1 Module Connector

NOTE: The power button here is not the power button for end-customer. Service engineers can use this power button to see if the main board functions well. For example, if the customer can not power on the laptop, it could be launch board, launch board cable or main board problem. If you can boot up the system by pressing this power button then you know the main board works normally. The problematic part may be the launch board and the launch board cable.

Chapter 1 5

Bottom View

6 Chapter 1

28

29

30

DDR SO-DIMM (BOT)

HDD Connector

Mini-PCI Slot

31

32

PCMCIA Connector

PCMCIA Slot

Chapter 1 7

Outlook View

A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC.

Front Open View

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4

5

6

2

3

#

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7

8

Icon Item

Display screen

Power button

Status indicators

Keyboard

Palmrest

Click buttons (left, center and right)

Touchpad

Launch keys

Description

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

Turns on the computer.

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

Inputs data into your computer.

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

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

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

Turns on the computer power.

Special keys for launching Internet browser, E-mail program and frequently used programs.

Chapter 1

9 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.

Chapter 1 9

Front Closed View

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1

2

3

4

#

Icon

Item

Speakers

Item

Infrared port

Power indicator

Description

Description

Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.

Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer, IR-aware computer).

Lights when the computer is on.

Battery indicator

Lights when the battery is being charged

5 Bluetooth communications

Indicates that (optional) Bluetooth is enabled.

6 Wireless communication

Indicates status of wireless LAN communication.

NOTE: The Bluetooth and Wireless buttons and indicators only work on models with Bluetooth and Wireless features, respectively.

Note

10 Chapter 1

Left View

2

3

4

5

6

7

#

1

# Item

Icon Item

Security keylock

Description

Description

Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.

IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.

Modem jack Connects to aphone line.

USB port

Ventilation slots

Speaker/Line-Out/

Headphone jack

Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).

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

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

Microphone jack

Accepts input from external microphones or audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman).

Chapter 1 11

Right Panel

7

8

9

10

2

3

#

1

4

5

6

# Item

Icon

Description

Item

Optical drive

Description

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

Lights up when the optical drive is active.

LED indicator

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

Optical drive eject button

Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.

Eject button

PC Card slot

Ejects the PC Card from the slot.

Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card.

3-in-1 card reader

Note:

USB 2.0 port

Network jack

Power jack

Accepts MS, MMC and SD card.

Note: The 3-in-1 card reader only supports one card at a time.

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

Connect to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.

Connects to an AC adapter.

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Rear Panel

#

1

2

#

Icon

Item

Item

Expansion port

Description

Description

Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort expansion devices.

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

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Bottom Panel

Bottom view

4

3

4

5

#

1

2

#

Icon

Item Description

Item Description

Memory compartment Houses the computer’s main memory.

Cooling fan

Note

Helps keep the computer cool.

Note: Don’t cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.

Battery release latches Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.

Battery bay

Battery lock

Houses the computer’s battery pack.

Locks the battery in place.

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Indicators

The computer has three easy-to-read status icons on the upper-left above the keyboard.

Icon

Icon

Caps lock

Num lock

Media Activity

Description

Description

Lights when Caps Lock is activated.

Lights when Num Lock is activated.

Lights when the disc or AcerMedia is activated.

In addition, there are two indicators at the front panel. Even when the cover is closed, the state or features can still b seen.

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Icon Function Description

15

Icon

Power

Function

Battery

Description

Lights green when the power is on and orange when the computer is in standby mode.

Lights orange when the battery is charging.

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Using the Keyboard

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

Lock Keys

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.

Lock Key

Caps Lock

Num lock

(Fn-F11)

Lock Key Description

Description

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

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

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

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

Scroll lock

(Fn-F12) or down when you press w and y respectively.

Scroll Lock does not work with some applications.

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Embedded Numeric Keypad

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

Desired Access

Desired Access

Number keys on embedded keypad

Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad

Main keyboard keys

Num Lock On

Type numbers in a normal manner.

Hold j while using cursor-control keys.

Hold Fn while typing letters on embedded keypad.

Num Lock Off

Hold Fn while using cursorcontrol keys.

Type the letters in a normal manner.

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Windows Keys

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

Key

Windows key

Key

Icon

Description

Description

Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the

Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of function:

+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)

Application key j + Windows logo key + M (Undoes Minimize All)

+ R (Displays the Run... dialog box) menu.

+ R

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Hot Keys

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

20

Hot Key

Fn-F1

Fn-F2

Fn-F3

Fn-F4

Fn-F5

Fn-F6

Fn-F7

Hot Key Icon

Icon

Fn-F1

Function

Function

Hot key help

Fn-F2

Acer eSetting

Fn-F3

Description

Description

Displays help on hot keys.

Launches the Acer eSetting in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering key.

Acer ePowerManagement

Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering key.

Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

Fn-F4

Display toggle

Screen blank

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

Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.

Press any key to return.

Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

Fn-F8

Fn-w

Speaker toggle

Volume up

Turns the speakers on and off.

Increases the speaker volume.

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Hot Key

Fn-y

Fn-x

Fn-z

Alt Gr-Euro

Icon Function

Volume down

Description

Decreases the speaker volume.

Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness

Euro Types the Euro symbol.

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The Euro Symbol

If your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a

European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard.

NOTE: For US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows. For the Euro symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-International.

To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP, follow the steps below:

1.

Click on Start, Control Panel.

2.

Double-click on Regional and Language Options.

3.

Click on the Language tab and click on Details.

4.

Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International.

If not, select and click on ADD; then select United States-International and click on OK.

5.

Click on OK.

To type the Euro symbol:

1.

Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard.

2.

Open a text editor or word processor.

3.

Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol.

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

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Launch Keys

Located at the upper-right above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as the mail, Web browser, Empowering and programmable keys.

Press the Acer Empowering Key to run the Acer EManager. The mail and Web browser are default for Email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the mail, Web browser and programmable keys, run the acer Launch Manager.

Launch Key

Email

Web browser

No.

e

P

Description Default Application

Default application

Email application (user programmable)

Internet browser application (user programmable)

Acer EManager application (userprogrammable)

User-programmable

In addition, there are two launch keys at the front panel. Even when the cover is closed, you can easily access the features of Wireless and Bluetooth. However, the Wireless and Bluetooth keys cannot be set by users.

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Description

Bluetooth communications

Default application

Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth

(optional) communications.

Wireless communication

Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN

(optional) communications.

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Touchpad

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

NOTE: If you are using an external USB mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad.

Touchpad Basics

The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:

T

T

T

Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.

Press the left (1) and right (3) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.

Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.

Use the 4-way scroll (2) button (top/bottom/left/and right) to scroll.

Function

Execute

Select

Drag

Access context menu

Left Button

Click twice quickly

Click once

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

Right Button

Click once

Scroll Button Tap

Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking the mouse button)

Tap once

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

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Function

Scroll

Left Button Right Button Scroll Button

Click and hold the button in the desired direction (up/ down/left/right)

Tap

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

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

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Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor

Item

CPU type

Core logic

CPU package

CPU core voltage

Specification

Intel Pentium M processor at 1.5~2.0GHz (Dothan)

Intel 855GME+ICH4M

Intel socketable 478pin Micro-BGA

1.308V (highest frequency mode) to 0.956V (low frequency mode)

0.748V (deeper sleep mode)

BIOS

Item

BIOS vendor

BIOS Version

BIOS ROM type

BIOS ROM size

BIOS package

Supported protocols

Specification

Phneoix

3A01

Flash ROM

512KB

32-pin PLCC

ACPI 2.0, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.0, IEEE1284-ECP/EPP, PCI 2.2, PnP

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

Set by setup manual BIOS password control

Second Level Cache

Item

Cache controller

Cache size

1st level cache control

2st level cache control

Cache scheme control

System Memory

Item

Memory controller

Memory size

DIMM socket number

Supports memory size per socket

Supports maximum memory size

Supports DIMM type

Supports DIMM Speed

Supports DIMM voltage

Supports DIMM package

Memory module combinations

Specification

Built-in CPU

2MB for Intel Pentium M processor at 1.5~2.0GHz (Dothan)

Always enabled

Always enabled

Fixed in write-back

Specification

Intel 855GME built-in

0MB (no on-board memory)

2 sockets

1024MB

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

DDR Synchronous DRAM

333 MHz

2.5V and 1.25V

200-pin soDIMM

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

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Memory Combinations

Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory

256MB

256MB

256MB

256MB

512MB

512MB

512MB

512MB

0MB

0MB

0MB

0MB

128MB

128MB

128MB

128MB

1024MB

1024MB

1024MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

0MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

384MB

512MB

768MB

1280MB

640MB

768MB

1024MB

1536MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

1024MB

256MB

384MB

640MB

1152MB

1024MB

1125MB

1280MB

1536MB

1024MB 1024MB 2048MB

NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed.

LAN Interface

Chipset

Supports LAN protocol

Item

LAN connector type

LAN connector location

Features

Specification

BroadCom BCM5705M

10/100/1000Mbps

RJ45

Right panel

Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver

Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0

PCI v2.2

IR Interface

Item

Part name

Package

Performance

Compliant

Modem Interface

Item

Data modem data baud rate (bps)

VISHAY TFU6102F

8-pin SMT type

4Mbit/s

IrDA 1.1

56K

Specification

Specification

Chapter 1

Modem Interface

Item

Supports modem protocol

Modem connector type

Modem connector location

Bluetooth Interface

Item

Chipset

Data throughput

Protocol

Interface

V.90/V.92

RJ11

Left panel

Specification

Specification

Broadcom BCM2035

200k bps

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

USB 1.1

Wireless Module 802.11b (optional device)

Item

Chipset

Data throughput

Protocol

Interface

Intel

11M bps

802.11b

Mini-PCI type II

Specification

Wireless Module 802.11b/g (optional device)

Item

Chipset

Data throughput

Protocol

Interface

Intel

11M~54M bps

802.11 b+g

Mini-PCI type II

3-in-1 card reader

Chipset

Protocol

Item

Specification

Specification

ICSI1213-F64TQ support Smart Media, Multi-Media Card and Security Digital

Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item

Vendor &

Model Name

Data heads

Drive Format

HGST

HTS424030M9AT00/

Toshiba Pluto

MK3025GAS/

Capacity (MB) 30000

Bytes per sector

512

2

Disks

Spindle speed

(RPM)

1

4200 RPM

Specification

HGST

HTS424040M9AT00/

Toshiba Pluto

MK4025GAS/

HGST MORAGA

IC25N060ATMR04-0

Toshiba Pluto

MK6025GAS

40000

512

60000

512

HGST MORAGA

IC25N080ATMR04-0

Toshiba Pluto

MK8025GAS

80000

512

2

1

4200 RPM

3/4 (for Toshiba)

2

4200 RPM

4

2

4200 RPM

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Hard Disk Drive Interface

Item

Performance Specifications

Buffer size 2048KB/

Interface

Max. media transfer rate

(disk-buffer,

Mbytes/s)

ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6

372

Data transfer rate

(host~buffer,

Mbytes/s)

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

DC Power Requirements

Voltage tolerance

5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5%

Specification

2048KB

ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6

372

8192KB

ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6

350

8192KB

ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6

350

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

5V(DC) +/- 5%

100 MB/Sec.

Ultra DMA mode-5

5V(DC) +/- 5%

Combo Drive Interface

Item

Vendor & model name

Performance Specification

Transfer rate (KB/sec)

(1) Read DVD-ROM

DVD-R

CD-ROM

(2) Write CD-R

CD-RW

HS-RW

US-RW

(3) ATAPI Interface

PIO mode

DMA mode

Ultra DMA mode

Buffer Memory

Interface

Applicable disc format

Loading mechanism

Power Requirement

Input Voltage

Specification

DVD/CDRW PANASONIC UJDA-755(24x24x8x24x)

MAX 8X CAV (MAX 10800kB/s)

MAX 4X CAV (MAX 5400kB/s)

MAX 24X CAV (MAX 3600kB/s)

4X, 8X (CLV), MAX. 24X(ZCLV)

4X (CLV)

4X, 8X, 10X (CLV)

8X, 10X(CLV), MAX. 16X (ZCLV)

16.6MB/s: PIO mode4

16.6MB/s: Multi word mode2

33.3MB/s: Ultra DMA mode2

2MB

Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible

DVD: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, (2/6GB/4.7GB), DVD-R,

DVD-RW (ver1.1) (supporting Multi Border)

CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-R/W CD-ROM XA(except ADPCM),

PhotoCD (Multi Session), Video CD, CD-Extra (CD+), CD-text

Load: Manual

Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)

(b) Release by ATAPI command

(c) Emergency Release

5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)

Audio Interface

Item

Audio Controller

Audio onboard or optional

Mono or Stereo

RealTek ALC202

Built-in

Stereo

Specification

Chapter 1

Audio Interface

Item

Resolution

Compatibility

Mixed sound source

Voice channel

Sampling rate

Internal microphone

Internal speaker / Quantity

Audio Jack

Number of audio jack

Item

Rated input

Connector type

Video Interface

Item

Chipset

Package

Interface

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port

Video Memory

Chipset

Memory size

Item

Interface

USB Port

Item

Chipset

USB Compliancy Level

OHCI

Number of USB port

Location

Serial port function control

IEEE 1394 Port

Item

Chipset

Number of IEEE 1394 port

Chapter 1

Specification

20 bit stereo Digital to analog converter

18 bit stereo Analog to Ditial converter

AC97

Line-in, CD

8/16-bit, mono/stereo

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

Yes

Yes/2

Specification

2

1W

Headphone out, microphone in

Specification

ATI Mobility RADEON 9700(ATI M11)

BGA 667 pin

AGP 4X

Yes

Specification

ATI Mobility RADEON 9700(ATI M11)

64MB (memory on chip) but the chipset ATI M11 can also support VGA memory size to

128MB

DDR

Specification

ICH4-M

2.0

USB 2.0

2 one on the right side; one on the left side

Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup

Specification

TI PCI4510

1

31

32

IEEE 1394 Port

Item

Connector type

PCMCIA Port

Item

PCMCIA controller

Supports card type

Number of slots

Access location

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port

Supports 32 bit CardBus

System Board Major Chips

Core logic

VGA

LAN

IEEE 1394

USB 2.0

Super I/O controller

MODEM

Bluetooth

Wireless 802.11 b

Wireless 802.11 b+g

PCMCIA

Audio

3-in-1 card reader

Item

Keyboard

Item

Keyboard controller

Total number of keypads

Windows logo key

Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously

Battery

Item

Vendor & model name

Battery Type

Pack capacity

Specification

IEEE 1394

Specification

TI PCI4510

Type-II

One type-II

Right panel

Yes

Yes

Controller

Intel 855GME+ICH4-M

ATI Mobility RADEON 9700

BroadCom BCM5705M

TI PCI4510

ICH4-M

NS 87383

International LU97 Chipset (Scorpio+CSP1037B)

Broadcom BCM2035

Intel

Intel

TI PCI4510

RealTek ALC202

ICSI1213-F64TQ

Specification

NS PC97551

84-/85-key

Yes

1. Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes

2. Use port replicator then plug a USB/PS 2 keyboard to the USB port/PS 2 port on the port replicator: Yes

Sanyo

SMP

Li-ion

4800 mAh

Specification

Chapter 1

Battery

Item

Number of battery cell

Package configuration

Normal voltage

Charge voltage

Specification

6

3 cells in series, 2 series in parallel

14.4V

19+-0.2V

LCD

Item

Vendor & model name

Screen Diagonal (mm)

Active Area (mm)

Display resolution (pixels)

Pixel Pitch

Pixel Arrangement

Display Mode

Typical White Luminance (cd/m 2 ) also called Brightness

Luminance Uniformity

AU B141XG05

357(14.1inch)

285.7(H)x214.3(V)

XGA (1024x768)

Specification

CMO N141XB-L01

14inch

285.7(H)x214.3(V)

0.279(H)x0.279(H)mm

RGB vertical stripe

Normally white

150

XGA (1024x768)

0.279(H)x0.279(H)mm

RGB vertical stripe

Normally white

130(min)/160(typ)

Contrast Ratio

Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall

Time)msec

Nominal Input Voltage VDD

Typical Power Consumption (watt)

Weight

Physical Size(mm)

Electrical Interface

1.2(5 points)

1.5(13 points)

250 (min)/ 300 (typ)

15/10

+3.3V

5.3

400g (w/o inverter)

299(W)x228(H)x5.5(D)

R/G/B Data, 3Sync,

Signals, Clock (4 pairs

LVDS)

Native 262K colours Support Color

Viewing Angle (degree)

Horizontal: Right/Left

Vertial: Upper/Lower

45/45

15/35 not show

300(min)/450(typ)

6/17(typ)

10/25(max) not show

4.03 (for backlight unit)

420

299(W)x228(H)x5.2(D)

1 channel LVDS

262K colours

45/45

15/35

0 to 50

-20 to -60

0 to 50

-20 to -60

Operating

Storage (shipping)

LCD Inverter

Item

Vendor & model name

Brightness conditions

Input voltage (V)

Input current (mA)

Output voltage (V, rms)

Output current (mA, rms)

Output voltage frequency (k Hz)

QCI: 34KT1IV0001

Vadj=3.3V

14.4

410 (max)

1400 (no load)

5.6~5.4

55~58K Hz

Specification

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AC Adaptor

Item

Input rating

Maximum input AC current

Inrush current

Efficiency

System Power Management

ACPI mode

Mech. Off (G3)

Soft Off (G2/S5)

Working (G0/S0)

Suspend to RAM (S3)

Save to Disk (S4)

Specification

90VAC to 264VAC, 47Hz to 63Hz

3.16A

50A@115VAC

100A@230VAC

83% min. @115VAC input full load

Power Management

All devices in the system are turned off completely.

OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely.Support LAN and modem ring wake up

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

CPU Power Down

VGA Power Down

PCMCIA Power Down

Audio Power Down

Hard Disk Power Down

CD-ROM Power Down

Super I/O Power Down

DRAM suspand

Support LAN and modem ring wake up

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

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Chapter 2

System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/

Output System).

Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4

Troubleshooting when problem arises.

To activate the BIOS Utility, press

m

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

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

. Info.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

CPU Speed:

HDD Model Name:

HDD Serial Number:

ATAPI Device:

System BIOS Ver:

VGA BIOS Ver:

KBC Ver:

Serial Number

Asset Tag Number:

Product

Manufacturer Name:

UUID:

Intel (R) Pentium (R) M processor 1.7GHz

1700 MHz

IC25N080ATMR04-0

MPA201Q2G0W4GA

UJDA755 DVD/CDRW

3A06

ATI M11-008.017M.146.000

PQ1A27 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

N/A

TravelMate 3200

Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

22 Byte

32 Byte

16 Byte

16 Byte

16 Byte

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

Esc Exit → Select Menu Select 4 Sub - Menu F10 Save and Exit

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Navigating the BIOS Utility

There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit.

Follow these instructions:

T

T

To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx).

To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy).

T

T

T

T

To change the value of a parameter, press por q.

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

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

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

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

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

This menu provides you the information of the system.

36 Chapter 2

Information

. Info.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

CPU Speed:

HDD Model Name:

HDD Serial Number:

ATAPI Device:

System BIOS Ver:

VGA BIOS Ver:

KBC Ver:

Serial Number

Asset Tag Number:

Product

Manufacturer Name:

UUID:

Intel (R) Pentium (R) M processor 1.7GHz

1700 MHz

IC25N080ATMR04-0

MPA201Q2G0W4GA

UJDA755 DVD/CDRW

3A06

ATI M11-008.017M.146.000

PQ1A27 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

N/A

TravelMate 3200

Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

22 Byte

32 Byte

16 Byte

16 Byte

16 Byte

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

Esc Exit → Select Menu Enter Select 4 Sub - Menu F10 Save and Exit

Parameter

IDE1 Model Name

IDE1 Serial Number

IDE2 Model Name

Serial Number

UUID

Description

This field displays the model name of HDD installed on Primary IDE master. The system can automatically detect the hard disc model name. If there is no hard disc drive or unknown type, this field would display “None”.

This field shows the serial number of HDD installed on Primary IDE master. If no hard disc drive or other devices are installed, this field would display a blank line.

This field displays the model name of HDD installed on Secondary IDE master. The system can automatically detect the hard disc model name. If there is no hard disc drive or unknown type, this field would display “None”.

This field shows the serial number of HDD installed on Secondary IDE master. If no hard disc drive or other devices are installed, this field would display a blank line.

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

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Main

The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Info.

Main

Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

System Time:

System Date:

System Memory:

Extended Memory:

Video Memory

Quiet Boot:

Power on Display:

Network Boot:

F12 Boot Menu:

D2D Recovery:

[13:20:53]

[07/09/2004]

640 KB

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or

<Enter> selects field.

Shows system base memory size

510MB

64MB

Shows extended memory size

VGA memory size

[Enabled]

[Auto ]

[Enabled]

[Disabled]

[Enabled]

F1 Help ↑ ↓ Select Item Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit ← Select Menu Enter Select 4 Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

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

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

Parameter

System Time

System Date

System Memory

Extended Memory

Video Memory

Quiet Boot

Power on display

LCD Auto Dim

D2D Recovery

Description

Sets the system time.

Sets the system date.

Format/Option

Format: HH:MM:SS

(hour:minute:second) System Time

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

System Date

This field reports the memory size of the system.

Memory size is fixed to 640KB

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

Extended Memory size=Total memory size-2MB

Shows the VGA memory size. The default value is set to 64MB

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

Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and

Summary Screen is disabled.

Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and

Summary Screen is enabled.

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

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

LCD only mode.

Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated

LCD screen and the system’s external video port

(for an external CRT or projector).

Determines if the system will automatically dim the LCD brightness in order to save power when

AC is not present.

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

Option: Enabled or Disabled

Option: Auto or Both

Option: Enabled or Disabled

Option: Enabled or Disabled

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

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Advanced

The Advanced menu screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system.

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PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Info.

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

Serial Port [Auto]

Parallel port:

Mode:

[Auto]

[ECP]

Configure Infrared Port using options:

Internal Touchpad:

Infrared Port (FIR):

[Both]

[Enabled]

[Disable]

No configuration

[Enabled]

User configuration

[Auto]

BIOS or OS chooses

configuration

(OS Controlled)

Displayed when controlled

by OS

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

Esc Exit ← → Enter 4 Sub - Menu F10 Save and Exit

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

Parameter

Parallel Port

Mode

Base I/O address

Interrupt

DMA channel

Internal Touchpad

Infrared Port (FIR)

Description

Enables, disables or auto detects the parallel port.

Sets the operation mode of the parallel port.

Sets the I/O address of the parallel port. This parameter is enabled only if Mode is set to ECP or

Bi-directional. This parameter is enabled only if

Mode is set to ECP.

Sets the interrupt request of the parallel port.

Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in

ECP mode. This parameter is enabled only if Mode is set to ECP.

Determines whether or not to disable the internal pointing device as the PS/2 mouse is connected.

Enables, disables or auto detects the infrared port.

Options

Enabled /Disabled/Auto

ECP , EPP, Normal or Bi-directional

378h /278h/3BCH

IRQ7 /IRQ5

DMA3 /DMA1

Both or Auto

Disabled /EnabledDisabled/Auto

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Security

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

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Info.

Main Advanced

Security

Boot Exit

Supervisor Password Is:

User Password Is:

Primary HardDisk Security:

HDD Master ID:

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Passord

Set HDD Password

Password on Boot

Clear

Clear

Clear

43883467

[Enter]

[Enter]

[Enter]

[Disabled]

Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password controls accesses of the whole setup utility.

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

F1

Help

↑ ↓

Select Item

F5/F6

Change Values

F9

Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

← →

Select Menu

Enter 4

Sub-Menu

F10

Save and Exit

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

Parameter

Supervisor Password is

User Password is

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Password

Primary Harddisk Security

Password on Boot

Description

Shows the setting of the supervisor password.

Shows the setting of the uer password.

Press Enter to set the supervisor password.

When set, this password protects the BIOS

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

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

This feature is available to user when

Supervisor password is set. Password can be written on HDD only when Supervisor password or user password is set and password on HDD is set to enabled.

Supervisor Password is written to HDD only when Supervisor password is being set. User password is written to HDD when both passwords are set. When both Supervisor and user password are present, both passwords can unlock the HDD.

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

Option

Clear or Set

Clear or Set

Disabled or Enabled

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

Setting a Password

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

1.

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

Set Supervisor Password box appears:

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2.

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

Password” field.

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

3.

Press e.

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

4.

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

5.

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

Removing a Password

Follow these steps:

1.

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

Set Password box appears:

2.

Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.

3.

Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.

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

4.

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

Changing a Password

1.

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

Set Password box appears:

2.

Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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

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

The password setting is complete after the user presses u.

If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the

Setup Warning.

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

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Boot

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

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Info.

Main Advanced Security

Boot

Exit

Item Specific Help

Floppy Devices

CD-ROM/DVD Drive

+Hard Drive

Network Boot

+ and - indicate device categories. Use <Enter> to expand/collapses.

Boot order is top-down using only the top device in each category.

Use <F6> and <F5> to move highlighted item up and down.

F1

Help

↑ ↓

Select Item

F5/F6

Change Values

F9

Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

← → Enter

4 Sub-Menu

F10

Save and Exit

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Exit

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

Info.

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Dicarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Discard Changes

Save Changes

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot

Exit

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

F1

Help

↑ ↓

Select Item

F5/F6

Change Values

F9

Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

← → Enter

4 Sub-Menu

F10

Save and Exit

The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

Parameter

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

Load Setup Default

Discard Changes

Save Changes

Description

Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.

Load default values for all SETUP item.

Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.

Save Setup Data to CMOS.

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BIOS Flash Utility

The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:

T

New versions of system programs

T

T

New features or options

Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.

Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.

NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery

Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.

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

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

Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.

1.

Prepare a bootable diskette.

2.

Copy the Phlash utilities to the bootable diskette.

3.

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

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Chapter 3

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

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

To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:

T

Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge

T

T

Small Philips screw driver

Philips screwdriver

T

Plastic flat head screw driver

T

Tweezers

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

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

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General Information

Before You Begin

Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:

1.

Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.

2.

Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system.

3.

Remove the battery pack.

NOTE: TravelMate 3200 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you may need to tear the tape or mylar before you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors.

NOTE: There are several types of screws used to secure bottom case and upper case assembly. The screws vary in length. Please refer the picture below, group the same type of screws together during service disassembling. Please also remember the screw location for each screw type. If you fasten the screw to the wrong location, the screw may be too long to damage the main board.

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Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the system board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.

Start

Battery

K*2

Wireless cover

Wireless LAN card

HDD module

K*2

F*1

DDR/HDD cover

E*2

Memory

K*1

Left hinger cover

G*2

L*2 left and right hinge cover assembly

K*2

Right hinge cover

F*1

Keyboard

K*5

Thermal module

HDD assembly

HDD assembly

HDD bracket

HDD bracket

Optical disc drive

ODD module

B*2

Optical bracket

Function board

Lower case assembly

Power board

A*2

F*3

A*2

A*1

LCD module

K*2

K*3

A*2

G*1

E*10

Upper case assembly

D*7

Memory

K*1

Modem board

K*1

3 in 1 card reader

MDC cable

E*4

Speaker set

Touchpad board to main board cable

Touchpad bracket assembly

I*2

Touchpad board

Touchpad

Touchpad to touchpad board cable

Lower case assembly

B*2

Main board

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LCD Module

4 screw pads

M*4

LCD Bezel

M*7

LCD Inverter

Antenna set LCD Cover

LCD

Assembly

B*8

LCD

H

I

F

G

D

E

B

C

L

M

J

K

Screw List

Item

A

Description

SCREW M2.5X4-I-

NYLOK

Acer part No.

86.T23V7.009

SCREW MM20030ICI3 86.A08V7.005

SCREW MM20060ICI7 86.A03V7.013

SCREW MM25025ICI0 86.T25V7.010

SCREW MM25060IL69 86.A03V7.019

SCREW MM25080IL68 86.T48V7.001

SCREW MS25120IDJ4 86.T48V7.002

SCREW M3.0*3.0-I NI 86.T48V7.003

SCREW MS25030IJ81 86.A10V7.007

SCREW MM30035I354 86.A03V7.011

SCREW MM25030IL65

SCREW MM25040I243

SCREW MM25050IL64

LCD coaxial cable

LCD Brackets

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Removing the Battery Pack

1.

Release the battery lock.

2.

Slide the battery latch.

3.

Remove the battery pack.

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Removing the Wireless LAN Card/the HDD Module/the ODD Module/and the LCD module

Removing the Wireless LAN Card

1.

Remove the two screws then remove the mini PCI cover.

2.

Disconnect the wireless antennae.

3.

Pop up the wireless LAN card then remove it.

.

Removing the HDD Module

1.

Remove the five screws holding the DDR/HDD cover then remove the cover.

2.

Pop up the memory then remove it.

3.

Disconnect the HDD cable then remove the HDD module.

Removing the ODD Module

1.

See “Removing the HDD Module” on page 54.

2.

Remove one screw tightening the ODD module.

3.

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

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Removing the LCD Module

1.

Remove the two screws holding the right hinge cover.

2.

Remove the two screws tightening the left hinge cover.

3.

Detach the right and the left hinge cover form the main unit.

.

1.

Disconnect the lid switch cable.

2.

Remove the two screws tightening the function board then remove it.

3.

Remove one screw holding the power board then remove it.

4.

Remove one screw tightening the keyboard on the bottom.

5.

Release the keyboard lock as shown.

6.

Disconnect the keyboard cable then remove it.

7.

Take out the wireless antennae from the main unit carefully.

8.

Disconnect the LCD coaxial cable.

9.

Disconnect the microphone cable.

10. Remove the two screws as shown.

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11. Remove the three screws as shown.

12. Remove the two screws holding the right hinge.

13. Remove one screw tightening the left hinge.

14. Then remove the entire LCD module.

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Disassembling the Main Unit

Remove the Thermal Module

1.

Disconnect the fan cable.

2.

Remove the four screws tightening the thermal module.

3.

Remove the two screws as shown.

4.

Detach the thermal module from the main unit.

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

1.

Remove two screws as shown.

2.

Remove one screw tightening the main board.

3.

Remove the two screws as shown.

4.

Remove the eightenteen screws on the bottom.

5.

Disconnect the cable as shown.

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6.

Disconnect the touchpad cable.

7.

Then detach the upper case assembly from the main unit.

Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly

1.

Disconnect touchpad touchpad to touchpad board cable.

2.

Remove the seven screws tightening the touchpad bracket.

3.

Remove the touchpad bracket assembly.

4.

Then remove the touchpad assembly.

5.

Disconnect the touchpad to touchpad board cable.

6.

Disconnect the touchpad board to main cable.

7.

Remove the two screws tightening the touchpad board then remove it.

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Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly

1.

Disconnect the modem cable from the main board.

2.

Pop up the memory then remove it from the main board.

3.

Remove one screw that seucres the modem board.

4.

Disconnect the modem cable from the modem board then remove the modem board.

5.

Tear off the type fastening the modem cable on the main board.

6.

Disconnect the modem cable from the main board then remove it.

7.

Remove one screw that secures the three in one card reader.

8.

Detach the three in one card reader from the lower case assembly.

9.

Remove one screw holding the main board to the lower case.

10. Remove one screw tightening the main board as shown.

11. Detach the main board from the lower case carefully.

12. Use a plastic flat screwdriver to detach the VGA heatsink from the main board.

13. Remove the four screws tightening the speaker set.

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14. Tear off the type fastening the speaker set.

15. Remove the speaker set from the lower case.

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Disassembling the LCD Module

1.

Remove the four screw caps as shown.

2.

Then remove the four screws tightening the LCD bezel.

3.

Detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module.

4.

Then turn the LCD bezel over and remove the microphone.

.

5.

Tear off the type fastening the inverter cable then disconnect the inverter cable then remove the inverter.

6.

Remove the six screws holding the LCD to the LCD cover.

7.

Then remove the LCD from the LCD cover.

8.

Remove the two screws holding the right bracket then remove the bracket.

9.

Remove the two screws holding the left bracket then remove the bracket.

10. Tear off the tape that fastens the LCD cable.

11. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD.

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12. Tear off the tape fastening the antennae set.

13. Then detach the antennae set from the LCD cover.

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Disassembling the External Modules

Disassembling the HDD Module

1.

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

2.

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

3.

Detach the hard disc drive from the HDD bracket.

4.

Disconnect the HDD cable then remove it.

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module

1.

Remove the two screws holding the ODD bracket.

2.

Detach the ODD bracket.

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Chapter 4

Troubleshooting

Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.

NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test this model. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.

1.

Duplicate symptom and obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.

2.

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

3.

Disassemble and assemble the unit without any power sources.

4.

If any problem occurs, you can perform visual inspection before you fellow this chapter’s instructions. You can check the following: power cords are properly connected and secured; there are no obvious shorts or opens; there are no obviously burned or heated components; all components appear normal.

5.

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

Symptoms (Verified)

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

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

POST detects an error and displayed messages on screen.

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

Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems).

Go To

“Power System Check” on page 67.

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 69

“Undetermined Problems” on page 81

“Error Message List” on page 70

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 69

Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on page 69

“Intermittent Problems” on page 80

“Undetermined Problems” on page 81

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System Check Procedures

External Diskette Drive Check

If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board.

If the error still remains:

1.

Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module.

2.

Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

3.

Replace the main board.

External CD-ROM Drive Check

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

Do the following to select the test device:

1.

Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.

2.

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

3.

Follow the instructions in the message window.

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

1.

Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

2.

Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

3.

Replace the main board.

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check

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

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

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

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

1.

Reconnect the keyboard cables.

2.

Replace the keyboard.

3.

Replace the main board.

The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:

T

Numeric keypad

T

External keyboard

If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.

Memory check

Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.

1.

Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board.

2.

Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.

3.

Press F2 in the test items.

4.

Follow the instructions in the message window.

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

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Power System Check

To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources:

1.

Remove the battery pack.

2.

Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied.

3.

Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by the battery pack.

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

T

“Check the Battery Pack” on page 68

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Check the Battery Pack

To check the battery pack, do the following:

From Software:

1.

Check out the Power Management in control Panel

2.

In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total

Battery Power Remaining are correct.

3.

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

4.

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

From Hardware:

1.

Power off the computer.

2.

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

3.

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

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

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

Re-install the battery pack.

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

Touchpad check

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

1.

After rebooting, run Tracking Pad PS2 Mode Driver. For example, run Syn touch driver.

2.

Run utility with the PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is working.

3.

If the the PS/2 mouse does not work, then check if the main board to switch board FPC is connected O.K.

4.

If the main board to switch board FPC is connected well, then check if the FCC on touch pad PCB connects properly.

5.

If the FFC on touch pad PCB connects properly, then check if LS851 JP1 Pin6=5V are pulese. If yes, then replace switch board. If no, then go to next step.

6.

Replace touch pad PCB.

7.

If the touch pad still does not work, then replace FPC on Track Pad PCB.

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

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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message

The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first.

NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.

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

If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 81.

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

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

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

Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.

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Index of Error Messages

Error Message List

Struck Key

Error Messages

System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used

Real time clock error

Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used

Invalid System Configuration Data

Operating system not found

FRU/Action in Sequence

See “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 66

RTC battery

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

RTC battery

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

Main board

“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC battery

Main baord

“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

Main board

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

Dikette drive

Hard disk drive

Main board

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Error Message List

No beep Error Messages

Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.

Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank.

Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank.

But you can see POST on an external CRT.

Power-on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST.

FRU/Action in Sequence

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

System Check” on page 67

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

Reconnect the DIMM.

Main board.

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

System Check” on page 67

Reconnect the LCD connector

Hard disk drive

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

Main board

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Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes

Code Beeps

28h

29h

2Ah

2Ch

2Eh

20h

22h

24h

26h

17h

18h

1Ah

1Ch

12h

13h

14h

16h

08h

09h

0Ah

0Bh

02h

03h

04h

06h

0Ch

0Eh

0Fh

10h

11h

2Fh

30h

3Ch

3Dh

42h

45h

46h

32h

33h

36h

38h

3Ah

1-2-2-3

1-3-1-1

1-3-1-3

1-3-4-1

1-3-4-3

1-4-1-1

2-1-2-3

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POST Routine Description

Verify Real Mode

Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)

Get CPU type

Initialize system hardware

Initialize chipset with initial POST values

Set IN POST flag

Initialize CPU registers

Enable CPU cache

Initialize caches to initial POST values

Initialize I/O component

Initialize the local bus IDE

Initialize Power Management

Load alternate registers with initial POST values

Restore CPU control word during warm boot

Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices

Initialize keyboard controller

BIOS ROM checksum

Initialize cache before memory autosize

8254 timer initialization

8237 DMA controller initialization

Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller

Test DRAM refresh

Test 8742 Keyboard Controller

Set ES segment register to 4 GB

Enable A20 line

Autosize DRAM

Initialize POST Memory Manager

Clear 215 KB base RAM

RAM failure on address line xxxx

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

Enable cache before system BIOS shadow

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

Test CPU bus-clock frequency

Initialize Phoenix Dispatch Manager

Warm start shut down

Shadow system BIOS ROM

Autosize cache

Advanced configuration of chipset registers

Load alternate registers with CMOS values

Initialize interrupt vectors

POST device initialization

Check ROM copyright notice

Chapter 4

7Eh

80h

81h

82h

70h

72h

76h

7Ch

83h

84h

85h

86h

87h

88h

89h

8Ah

8Bh

8Ch

5Ah

5Bh

5Ch

60h

52h

54h

58h

59h

4Ch

4Eh

50h

51h

48h

49h

4Ah

4Bh

68h

69h

6Ah

6Bh

62h

64h

66h

67h

6Ch

6Eh

Chapter 4

Code

2-2-3-1

Beeps POST Routine Description

Check video configuration against CMOS

Initialize PCI bus and devices

Initialize all video adapters in system

QuietBoot start (optional)

Shadow video BIOS ROM

Display BIOS copyright notice

Display CPU type and speed

Initialize EISA board

Test keyboard

Set key click if enabled

Test for unexpected interrupts

Initialize POST display service

Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”

Disable CPU cache

Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB

Test extended memory

Test extended memory address lines

Jump to User Patch1

Configure advanced cache registers

Initialize Multi Processor APIC

Enable external and CPU caches

Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area

Display external L2 cache size

Load custom defaults (optional)

Display shadow-area message

Display possible high address for UMB recovery

Display error messages

Check for configuration errors

Check for keyboard errors

Set up hardware interrupt vectors

Initialize coprocessor if present

Disable onboard Super I/O ports and IRQs

Late POST device initialization

Detect and install external RS232 ports

Configure non-MCD IDE controllers

Detect and install external parallel ports

Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices

Re-initialize onboard I/O ports

Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices

(optional)

Initialize BIOS Area

Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs)

Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area

Test and initialize PS/2 mouse

Initialize floppy controller

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74

C3h

C4h

C5h

C6h

BFh

C0h

C1h

C2h

C7h

C8h

C9h

D2h

B5h

B6h

B9h

BAh

BBh

BCh

BDh

BEh

A4h

A8h

AAh

ACh

AEh

B0h

B2h

B4h

9Eh

9Fh

A0h

A2h

99h

9Ah

9Ch

9Dh

93h

95h

96h

97h

98h

8Fh

90h

91h

92h

Code

1-2

1

Beeps POST Routine Description

Determine number of ATA drives (optional)

Initialize hard-disk controllers

Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers

Jump to UserPatch2

Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards

Install CD ROM for boot

Clear huge ES segment register

Fixup Multi Processor table

Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure.

Check for SMART drive (optional)

Shadow option ROMs

Set up Power Management

Initialize security engine (optional)

Enable hardware interrupts

Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives

Set time of day

Check key lock

Initialize Typematic rate

Erase F2 prompt

Scan for F2 key stroke

Enter SETUP

Clear Boot flag

Check for errors

POST done- prepare to boot operating system

One short beep before boot

Terminate QuietBoot (optional)

Check password (optional)

Prepare Boot

Initialize DMI parameters

Initialize PnP Option ROMs

Clear parity checkers

Display MultiBoot menu

Clear screen (optional)

Check virus and backup reminders

Try to boot with INT 19

Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM)

Initialize error logging

Initialize error display function

Initialize system error handler

PnPnd dual CMOS (optional)

Initialize notebook docking (optional)

Initialize notebook docking late

Force check (optional)

Extended checksum (optional)

Unknown interrupt

Chapter 4

E8h

E9h

EAh

EBh

ECh

EDh

EEh

EFh

E4h

E5h

E6h

E7h

E0h

E1h

E2h

E3h

F4h

F5h

F6h

F7h

F0h

F1h

F2h

F3h

Code

1

Beeps POST Routine Description

Initialize the chipset

Initialize the bridge

Initialize the CPU

Initialize the system timer

Initialize system I/O

Check force recovery boot

Checksum BIOS ROM

Go to BIOS

Set Huge Segment

Initialize Multi Processor

Initialize OEM special code

Initialize PIC and DMA

Initialize Memory type

Initialize Memory size

Shadow Boot Block

System memory test

Initialize interrupt vectors

Initialize Run Time Clock

Initialize video

Initialize System Management Mode

Output one beep before boot

Boot to Mini DOS

Clear Huge Segment

Boot to Full DOS

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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message

LCD-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

LCD backlight doesn't work

LCD is too dark

LCD brightness cannot be adjusted

Unreadable LCD screen

Missing pels in characters

Abnormal screen

Wrong color displayed

LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed.

Action in Sequence

First, plug a monitor to CRT port. Next, enter BIOS utility to running

“Load Default Settings” then reboot the system.

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

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

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

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

Reconnect the LCD connectors.

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

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

Reconnect the LCD cable

LCD cable

LCD

Main board

Indicator-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctly

HDD/CD-ROM active indicators cannot work

Main board

HDD/CD-ROM drive

Device driver

Main board

Action in Sequence

Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Power shuts down during operation

The system cannot power-on.

The system cannot power-off.

Action in Sequence

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

System Check” on page 67.

Battery pack

AC adapter

See if the thermal module is overheat (Heat sink or fan).

Main board

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

System Check” on page 67.

Battery pack

Power adapter

CPU

Main board

In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. If the system can power off, then the main board is OK. Verify OS in the HDD.

Main board

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Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Battery can’t be charged or discharged

System hang during POST

Action in Sequence

See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 68.

Battery pack

Main board

ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module

Main board

PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA)

PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.

PC Card cannot be inserted or ejected

Action in Sequence

PCMCIA slot assembly

Main board

PCMCIA slot assembly

Check if the PCMCIA slot is blocked

Main board

Memory-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Memory count (size) appears different from actual size.

System can power on, but you hear two long beeps: “B--, B--” and the LCD is blank.

Action in Sequence

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

RAM module

Main board

Check BIOS revision

Reinsert DIMM

DIMM

Main board

Speaker-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

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

OS volume control

Audio driver

Speaker

Main board

Action in Sequence

Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound.

Speaker

Main board

Microphone cannot work Audio driver

Volume control in Windows XP

Main board

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

The system will not enter hibernation mode

The system doesn’t enter standby mode after closing the lid of the portable computer.

Action in Sequence

Power option in Windows XP

Hard disk drive

Main board

Driver of Power Option Properties

Lid close switch in upper case

Main board

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Power Management-Related Symptoms

The system doesn't resume from hibernation/ standby mode.

Symptom / Error

The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the lid of the portable computer.

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

System hangs intermittently.

Action in Sequence

Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from

Standby/Hibernation mode.

Check if the battery is low.

Hard disk drive

Main board

LCD cover switch

Main board

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

Battery pack

Main board

Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.

Main board

Peripheral-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

System configuration does not match the installed devices.

External display does not work correctly.

USB does not work correctly

Print problems.

Parallel port device problems

Action in Sequence

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

Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives/FDD or other peripherals.

Main board

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

Keyboard

Main board

Main board

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

Run printer self-test.

Printer driver

Printer cable

Printer

Main board

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

Device driver

Device cable

Device

Main board

Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work.

Touchpad does not work.

Action in Sequence

Reconnect the keyboard cable.

Keyboard

Main board

Reconnect touchpad cable.

Touchpad board

Main board

Chapter 4

Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

Internal modem does not work correctly.

Internal LAN does not work correctly

Action in Sequence

Phone cable

Driver

Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly.

Main board

Lan cable

Driver

Main board

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

Problems” on page 81.

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Intermittent Problems

Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.

When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following:

1.

Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.

2.

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

3.

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

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Undetermined Problems

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

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

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

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

System Check” on page 67):

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:

T

Non-Acer devices

T

T

T

T

Printer, mouse, and other external devices

Battery pack

Hard disk drive

DIMM

T

PC Cards

4.

Power-on the computer.

5.

Determine if the problem has changed.

6.

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

7.

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

T

System board

T

LCD assembly

Chapter 4 81

82 Chapter 4

Jumper and Connector Locations

Top View

Chapter 5

power button for testing

Chapter 5 83

5

8

9

10

3

4

1

2

11

12

13

14

15

RJ11

1394 Connector

USB Connector

VGA Connector

Modem Cable Connector

LCD Connector

Internal MIC Connector

Battery Connector

FAN Connector

Line-out Connector

MIC Connector

Speaker Connector

DDR SO-DIMM (TOP)

CN8

CN5

CN12

CN2

CN10

CN7

CN4

CN11

CN15

CN20

CN21

CN22

CN23

20

21

22

23

16

17

18

19

24

25

26

27

Bluetooth Connector

MDC Connector

BIOS Socket

ODD Connector

Touchpad Connector

Keyboard Connector

QSB Cable Connector

RTC battery Connector

RJ45 Connector

Power Jack

Docking

3-in-1 Module Connector

CN25

CN26

U27

CN24

CN19

CN18

CN16

CN14

CN9

CN3

CN1

CN13

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Bottom View

Chapter 5 85

28

29

30

DDR SO-DIMM (BOT)

HDD Connector

Mini-PCI Slot

CN30

CN31

CN29

31

32

PCMCIA Connector

PCMCIA Slot

CN28

CN28

86 Chapter 5

Chapter 6

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 3200 series products. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise

Authorization).

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

DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.

NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or regulations on how to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it.

NOTE: Exploded diagram is not ready as service guide released. We will update the service guide to CSD website, please download the exploded diagram from the website if you need the file.

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Picture No.

Adapter

NS

Battery

Boards

NS

Partname And Description Part Number

ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN DELTA SADP-65KB BF

ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN LITE-ON PA-1650-02 QA

19V

AP.06501.003

AP.06503.003

BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 3S2P 6CELL

4800mAH

BATTERY SIMPLO LI-ION 3S2P 6CELL

4800mAH

BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 3S3P 9CELL

7200mAH

BATTERY SIMPLO LI-ION 3S3P 9CELL

7200mAH

MODEM CARD , AMBIT T60M283.15

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

54.A10V7.001

BLUETOOTH MODULE W/ANTENNA

WIRELESS LAN BOARD (802.11b+g) INTEL

54.T48V7.001

KI.CAX01.005

Cables

NS LAUNCH BOARD

FUNCTION BOARD

NS TOUCH PAD BOARD

FFC CABLE - TP/B TO TP

55.T48V7.001

55.T48V7.002

55.T48V7.003

50.T48V7.001

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Picture No.

Partname And Description

FFC CABLE - TP/B TO MB

Part Number

50.T48V7.002

LID SWICTH CABLE - HINGE COVER R

MODEM CABLE SPARE PART

50.T48V7.003

50.T48V7.004

BLUETOOTH CABLE

HDD CONNECT CABLE

50.T48V7.005

50.T48V7.006

Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly

POWER CORD US (3 pin)

POWER CORD PRC ( 3 Pin)

POWER CORD KOERA ( Pin)

POWER CORD EU (3 PIN)

POWER CORD UK (3 PIN)

POWER CORD ITALIAN (3 PIN)

POWER CORD- SWISS

POWER CORD AU (3 PIN)

POWER CORD DANISH (3 PIN)

POWER CORD AF (3 PIN)

DIMM DOOR W/SCREW

MINI PCI COVER

27.A03V7.001

27.A03V7.003

27.T23V7.006

27.A03V7.002

27.A03V7.004

27.A03V7.005

27.A03V7.007

27.A03V7.008

27.A03V7.006

27.T48V7.001

42.T48V7.001

42.T48V7.002

UPPER CASE ASSY W/ TOUCHPAD

FUNCTION CABLE

60.T48V7.001

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TravelMate 3200 FRU List

Picture No.

Partname And Description

LOWER CASE ASSY W/SPEAKER HDD

SPONG

Part Number

60.T48V7.002

HINGE COVER L

HINGE COVER R

TOUCHPAD BRACKET

HDD BRACKET

42.T48V7.003

42.T48V7.004

33.T48V7.001

33.A10V7.007

Communication Module

HDD/ Hard Disk Drive

WIRELESS LAN ANTENNA 50.T48V7.007

HDD 40GB/2.5 IN. 4200PRM HGST MORAGA

HTS424040M9AT00 13G1132 F/W:A60M

HDD 40G 2.5 IN. 420RPM TOSHIBA PLUTO

MK4025GAS

HDD 40G 4200PRM SEAGATE ST94019A

HDD 60GB 2.5IN. 4200RPM MORAGA 60G

IC25N060ATMR04-0 08K0634 F/S:AD0A

HDD 60G 2.5IN. 4200RPM TOSHIBA PLUTO

MK6025GAS 2M F/W KA200A

HDD 2.5 IN. 60GB 5400RPM HGST MORAGA

HTS548060M9AT00 08K0638

HDD 60GB 2.5 IN. 5400RPM TOSHIBA

PROTEUS MK6025GAX F/W PA202G

HDD 80GB 2.5IN. 4200RPM HGST MORAGA

IC25N080ATMR04-0

KH.04007.010

KH.04004.002

KH.04001.010

KH.06007.006

KH.06004.003

KH.06007.003

KH.06004.002

KH.08007.007

Keyboard

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LCD

TravelMate 3200 FRU List

Picture No.

Partname And Description

KEYBOARD US INTERNATIONAL

Part Number

KB.T4805.001

KEYBOARD CHINESE

KEYBOARD SPANISH

KEYBOARD THAI

KEYBOARD BRAZILIAN PROTUGESE

KEYBOARD UK

KEYBOARD GERMAN

KEYBOARD ITALIAN

KEYBOARD FRENCH

KEYBOARD SWISS/G

KEYBOARD PORTUGUESE

KEYBOARD ARABIC

KEYBOARD BELGIUM

KEYBOARD SWEDEN

KEYBOARD CZECH

KEYBOARD HUNGAIAN

KEYBOARD NORWAY

KEYBOARD DANISH

KEYBOARD CANADIAN FRENCH

KEYBOARD GREEK

KEYBOARD RUSSIAN

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

KB.T4805.002

KB.T4805.003

KB.T4805.004

KB.T4805.005

KB.T4805.006

KB.T4805.007

KB.T4805.008

KB.T4805.009

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

ASSY LCD MODULE 14.1 IN. AU B141XG05

ASSY LCD MODULE 14.1 IN. CMO N141XB-

L01

6M.T48V7.004

6M.T48V7.005

LCD 14.1 IN. TFT XGA AU B141XG05

LCD 14.1 IN. TFT XGA CMO N141XB-L01

LK.14105.006

LK.1410D.003

LCD INVERTER BOARD 19.T48V7.001

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Picture No.

Partname And Description

LCD CABLE - 14 IN. XGA

Part Number

50.T48V5.008

LCD BRACKET SET(R&L) 14.1 IN. XGA 6K.T48V7.001

LCD PANEL 14.1 IN. W/LOGO ANTENNA (The picture here is bottom view)

60.T48V7.003

LCD BEZEL - 14.1 IN. W/ LOGO MIC 60.T48V7.004

Main Board

MAINBOARD CPU DOTHAN 1.5G 64MB W/

PCMCI SLOT,W/O MEMORY

TBD

NS

MAINBOARD CPU DOTHAN 1.6G 64MB W/

PCMCI SLOT,W/O MEMORY

MAINBOARD CPU DOTHAN 1.7G 64MB W/

PCMCI SLOT,W/O MEMORY

MAINBOARD CPU DOTHAN 1.8G 64MB W/

PCMCI SLOT,W/O MEMORY

MAINBOARD CPU DOTHAN 2.0G 64MB W/

PCMCI SLOT, W/O MEMORY

PCMCIA SLOT

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

22.T41V7.001

Memory

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Picture No.

NS

Partname And Description

MEMORY DDR333 256MB NANYA

NT256D64SH8BAGM-6K

Optical Drive

Part Number

KN.25603.009

MEMORY DDR333 256MB MICRON

MT4VDDT3264HG-335C2 (0.11u)

MEMORY DDR333 256MB SAMSUNG

M470L3224FT0-CB3

MEMORY DDR333 256MB INFINEON

HYS64D32020HDL-6-C (.11u)

KN.25604.016

KN.2560B.008

KN.25602.012

DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE 24X

PANASONIC UJDA-755 FW:1.0

DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE 24X QSI UBW-

241 FW:JX01

DVD SUPER MULTI MODULE PANASONIC UJ-

822B

6M.T48V7.001

6M.T48V7.002

6M.T48V7.003

DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X SLIM

PANASONIC UJDA-755QT FW:1.0

DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X SLIM QSI

UBW-241 FW:JX01

DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE SLIM PANASONIC

UJ-822B

KO.02406.006

TBD

KU.00407.008

DVD/CDRW BEZEL FOR PANASONIC

DVD/CDRW BEZEL FOR QSI

42.T48V7.005

42.T48V7.006

DVD SUPER MULTI BEZEL FOR PANASONIC 42.T48V7.007

OPTICAL DEVICE BRACKET 33.T23V7.003

Pointing Device

TOUCHPAD 56.T48V7.001

Speaker

SPEAKER SET 23.T48V7.001

Heatsink

Reader

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THERMAL MODULE W/ FAN 60.T48V7.006

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Picture No.

Partname And Description

3 IN 1 CARD READER

Part Number

6K.T48V7.004

Screws

SCREW M2.5X4-I-NYLOK

SCREW MM20030ICI3

SCREW MM20060ICI7

SCREW I2.5*2.5M-BNIH(4.5,0.8)

SCREW I2.5*6M-BNIHY(M2.5L6 I)

SCREW M2.5*8-I BNI NYLOK

SCREW M2.5*12.0-I BKAG NYLOK

SCREW M3.0*3.0-I NI

SCREW M2.5*3L-BNI-NYLOK

SCREW MM30035I354

86.T23V7.009

86.A08V7.005

86.A03V7.013

86.T25V7.010

86.A03V7.019

86.T48V7.001

86.T48V7.002

86.T48V7.003

86.A10V7.007

86.A03V7.011

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Appendix A

Model Definition and Configuration

TravelMate 3200 Series

Model

Number

3201XCii

3201XMi

3202XCi

3202XMi

CPU

PM 715

(1.5GHz/

2M)

PM 715

(1.5GHz/

2M)

PM

1.6G(Dotha n)

PM

1.6G(Dotha n)

LCD

14.1" XGA

14.1" XGA

14.1" XGA

14.1" XGA

Memory

DDR333

2x256MB

DDR333

2x256MB

DDR333

1x512MB

DDR333

1x512MB

HDD

(GB)

80GB

80GB

60GB

60GB

ODD

24x Combo

(9.5mm)

Y

BT

4x DVD-

Smulti

(9.5mm)

24x Combo

(9.5mm)

Y

N

4x DVD-

Smulti

(9.5mm)

N

Wireless

LAN

802.11g

802.11b/g

802.11b/g

802.11g

Appendix A 96

Appendix B

Test Compatible Components

This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows

®

XP Home environment.

Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.

Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the TravelMate3200 series

Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department.

Appendix B 97

Microsoft

®

Windows

®

XP Pro Environment Test

Item

CRT Port

Parallel Port

1394 Port

USB 2.0

USB Port

Specifications

CRT Monitor:

ViewSonic PF775

Philips Brilliance 109P 19"

LCD Monitor:

LCD Quanta ADT 20"

LCD akia KX1

Projector:

Panasonic PT-LC80U

Printer:

HP Desk Jet 840C

HP Laser Jet 5M

HP Deskjet 450

Cable:

LL5 cable

HDD:

IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire)/USB 1.1 Combo Hard Drive

CCD:

1394 CCD (APLUX C102T)

1394 CardBus Card:

IEEE 1394 CardBus Card \DV Magician\UPMOST

Cable:

1394 four to four cable

HUB:

Highspeed\4 Port

UNION START UH-364

W-FORCE 4 Port USB2.0 Super Mini Hub

HDD:

USB HDD:VIPower(Smart Family Disk)

DVD/CD-RW:

Pioneer DVR-104

Ricoh MP5125A

YAMAHA CD/RW-70

Printer:

HP3425 Printer

Handy Drive:

SanDisk Cruzer USB 2.0 Handy Drive 256MB

USB Mouse:

BenQ M102-G80

Logitech Mouse M-BE58

Microsoft Wheel Mouse Optical USB & PS2 Compatible

Acer MP0930

USB Keyboard:

Microsoft Internet Keyboard Pro

BenQ 6511-ME

KILITEK

USB KeyPad:

LUNARIS TK-LU2BSV USB Keypad

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USB Port

Item

GB LAN HUB

PS/2 Port

COM Port

S-Video

PC Card

Specifications

USB CCD:

ViewQuest NB330

USB HDD:

HD 530 Tested to comply with FCC Standards

USB FDD:

Teac USB FDD

Yano USB FDD UFD-04

NEC USB FDD

Mitsumi USB FDD D353FUE

USB Speaker:

J-S USB 3D Speaker /J1321

USB Printer:

Canon BJC-3000

HD DeskJet 930C

HP DeskJet 840C

USB Hub:

PCI_ USB HUB\UH-400

USB Hub /UH-9124Z

USB LAN:

BUFFALO USB-10/100M Ethernet LUX-TX

USB Handy Drive:

JMTEK USB 1.1 Handy Drive 128MB

3COM SUPER STACK II \ 3C16611 24port

Keyboard:

Microsoft Internet Keyboard Pro

BTC Keyboard

PS/2 Keypad:

PC Keypad KB-5640

Mouse:

Logitech M-C48

Mouse:

Logitech Serial Mouse M-MM43

TV:

SONY Trinitron 14"\PVM-14M2U

Modem Card:

Psion - Gold Card Glabal 56K+Fax

SyCard:

16bit

32bit

16 bit LAN Card:

3COM 10M LAN Card (3CCFE589ET)

Xircom EtherNet 10/100+Modem56 CEM56-100

CardBus LAN Card:

3COM 10/100 CardBus LAN Card (3CCFE575CT)

SCSI:

Adaptec SlimSCSI APA-1460D Card

Adaptec SlimSCSI 1480A CardBus UltraSCSI Card

RATOC REX-CB80

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PC Cards

Item

Memory Card

Audio Jacks

Access Point

Bluetooth

HDD

ODD

Specifications

LAN+Modem card:

Xircom CreditCard Ethernet + Modem 56k (CEM56-100)

ATA Card:

4 in1 WIN&MAC Card reader+Transcend 128MB

Apapter CF Card Read + PNY CF CARD 128MB

Wireless LAN Card:

CISCO AIRONET 350 SERIES\AIR-PCM350

Linksys WPC11ver.4

Intel(R)PRO / Wireless 2011B LAN PC Card

MMC:

SanDisk 64MB

Compact Flash Card:

PNY 128MB

Memory Stick:

SONY 256MB

SD Memory Card:

Apacer 128MB

Toshiba 256MB

Smart Media:

Transcend 128 MB

Fuji 128 MB

Speaker:

J-S 3D Speaker /J-2202

Headphone:

PHILIPS Stereo Headphone SBC HP090

Labtec Stereo Headphone Elite-840

Earphone:

Philips Earphone

Microphone:

Condenser MIC. EM-420T

Labtec deskmic 524 Microphone

Intel 802.11B

Linksys 54G

HP Deskjet 450 with Ericsson bluetooth card

Toshiba 40G

Toshiba 60G

Toshiba 80G

HITACHI 60G

MATSHITA UJDA755 DVD/CDRW

Appendix B

Appendix C

Online Support Information

This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.

If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan.

Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them.

In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and

Server models including:

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T

T

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Service guides for all models

User's manuals

Training materials

Bios updates

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Software utilities

Spare parts lists

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TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin)

For these purposes, we have included an Acrobat File to facilitate the problem-free downloading of our technical material.

Also contained on this website are:

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Detailed information on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW)

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Returned material authorization procedures

An overview of all the support services we offer, accompanied by a list of telephone, fax and email contacts for all your technical queries.

We are always looking for ways to optimize and improve our services, so if you have any suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate to communicate these to us.

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A

B

AFLASH Utility 47

Audio 30

Battery Pack 53

BIOS 27 package 27 password control 27

ROM size 27

ROM type 27 vendor 27

Version 27

BIOS Setup Utility 35

BIOS Supports protocol 27

BIOS Utility 35

Basic System Settings 40

Navigating 36

Onboard Device Configuration 42

Startup Configuration 41

System Information 36

System Security 46

Board Layout 4

Bottom View 6, 85

Top View 4

C

Cache controller 27 size 27 caps lock on indicator 15

CardBus 32

D

DIMM external 54 removing 54

Disassembly

Battery Pack 52

LCD Module 61

Procedure Flowchart 51

Disassemblyt the Main Unit 57

Display 3

DVD-ROM Interface 30

E

Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 69

Index

Index

External CD-ROM Drive Check 66

External Diskette Drive Check 66

F

Features 1

Flash Utility 47

Floppy Disk removing the 61

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 87

H

Hard disk 29

HDD 29

Hot Keys 17

I

K

Keyboard 32

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 66

L

M

L2 cache 27

Memory Check 66

Modem 28

N

num lock on indicator 15

O

Online Support Information 101

P

Indicators 15

Intermittent Problems 80

Panel 8

Bottom 14 left 8

PC Card 15, 32

PCMCIA 32

Pentium III 27

Power System Check 67

Battery Pack 68

Processor 27

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S

Second Level Cache 27

System

Block Diagram 3

Layout 4

System Diagnostic Diskette 47

System Memory 27

System Utilities 35

System Utility Diskette 47

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Test Compatible Components 97

Touchpad Check 68

Troubleshooting 65

U

Undetermined Problems 81

USB 31 utility

BIOS 35

V

W

Video 31

Windows 2000 Environment Test 98

104 Index