Acer 3400 User Manual

Acer Ferrari 3400 Series

Service Guide

Service guide files and updates are available

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Copyright

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any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without
the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

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

The following conventions are used in this manual:

SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear

on screen.

NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional

information related to the current
topic.

WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might

result from doing or not doing specific
actions.

CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to

avoid possible hardware or software
problems.

IMPORTANT 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Outlook View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Front Open View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Left Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Right Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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

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

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Lock Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Embedded Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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

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

The Euro Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Launch Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Touchpad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Chapter 2 System Utilities 31

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Infomation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 45

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Removing the Optical Module/HDD Module/Wireless Lan Card and LCD module . .51

Removing the Optical Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the Wireless LAN Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Remove the function key board and the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Separate the main unit into the logic upper and the logic lower assembly . . . . .53

Disassembling the logic upper assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Disassembling the logic lower assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Disassembling the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

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Table of Contents

Disassembling the External Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Disassembling the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 61

System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

External Diskette Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

External CD-ROM Drive Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Memory check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Power System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Touchpad check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Index of Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

POST Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

How to Build NAPP Master Hard Disc Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

CD to Disk Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Disk to Disk Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 85

Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 87

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

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 96

Ferrari 3200 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Appendix B Test Compatible Components 97

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

Appendix C Online Support Information 101

Index 103

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System Specifications

Features

This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:

Performance

TM

64 processor

+

) resolution for 15.0”

Display

T Mobile AMD Athlon

T Memory upgradeable up to 2GB DDR SDRAM with 2 slots (only one slot for user accessible)

T High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

T Li-Ion main battery pack

T Microsoft Windows XP operating system

T Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) liquid-crystal display (LCD) displaying 32-bit true colour up to

1400X1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array (SXGA

T ATI

T 3D graphics engine

T Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support

T S-video for output to a television or display device that supports S-video input

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

®

MOBILITYTM RADEONTM 9700 with 128MB of video memory

conserves power

T DualView

TM

Chapter 1

Multimedia

T AC’97 stereo audio

T Built-in dual speakers

T Built-in microphone

T High-speed optical drive

T Built-in slot loading optical drive (DVD Super Multi)

T 15.0” TFT SXGA

T Audio input and output jacks

Connectivity

T High-speed fax/data modem port

T Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) port

T Fast infrared wireless communication

T Four USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports

T IEEE 1394 port

T Invilink 802.11g wireless LAN (manufacturing optional)

T Bluetooth ready

T SD/MMC/SM/MS memory slot

+

(1400x1050 resolution) panel

Chapter 1 1

Keyboard and Pointing Device

T 84-/85-/88-key Windows keyboard

T Sleek, smooth and stylish design

T Acer FinTouch full-sized curved keyboard

T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with four-way scroll button

Expansion

T One type II CardBus PC Card slot

T Upgradeable memory

I/O Ports

T One Card bus type II slot

T One RJ-11 jack for 56Kbps fax/modem

T One RJ-45 jack for LAN

T One DC-in jack for AC adapter

T One ECP/EPP compliant 25-pin parallel port

T One external 15-pin VGA port

T One speaker/headphone/line-out jack

T One audio line-in jack

T One microphone-in jack

T Four USB 2.0 ports

T One IEEE 1394 port

T One S-video (NTSC/PAL) output port

T 4-in-1 Card Reader (Manufacture optional)

T FIR (Fast Infred) port

T 100-pin expansion port supporting Acer EasyPort or I/O port replicator

2 Chapter 1

System Block Diagram

Chapter 1 3

Board Layout

Top View

18

17

16

3

2

1

4

56

7

8

10

9

11

12

13

15

14

1 CPU socket 10 DIMM Socket

2 S-video port 11 Optical drive connector

3 CRT 12 Keyboard connector

4 Printer port 13 Main battery connector

5 EazyPort connector 14 FIR

6 RJ45 15 HDD connector

7 RJ11 16 PCMCIA slot

8 Power jack 17 IEEE 1394 port

9 LCD connector 18 Four USB ports

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Bottom View

1

2

3

5

1 Line-in connector

2 Microphone-in connector

3 Line-out connector

4 Mini PCI connector

5 DIMM socket

4

Chapter 1 5

Outlook View

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

Front Open View

# Icon Item Description

1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display),

displays computer output.

2 Power button Turns on the computer.

3 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which

functions like a computer mouse.

4 Click buttons (left,

center and right)

5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands

6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.

7 Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and

8 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.

9 Launch keys Special keys for launching Internet

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

when you use the computer.

off to show the status of the computer, its
functions and components.

browser, E-mail program and frequently
used programs. Located at the top of the
keyboard are five buttons. They are
designated as P1, P2, P3, E-mail button
and Web browser button. P1, P2 and P3
launch user-programmable applications; E­mail and Web browser launch E-mail and
Internet browser applications.

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Front Panel

# Icon Item Description

1 Speaker Outputs sound.

2 4-in-1 memory reader Reads cards from Smart Media, Memory

3 4-in-1 status indicator Displays activity of 4-in-1 memory reader.

4 Infrared port

Stick, MultiMedia, and Secure Digital cards.

Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infra-

red printer, IR-aware computer).

5 Bluetooth button

6 Bluetooth indicator

7 InviLink button

8 InviLink indicator

9 Latch

Starts Bluetooth functionality.

Indicates that (optional) Bluetooth is

enabled.

Enables or disables wireless connectivity.

Indicates status of wireless communication

Latch for opening and closing the laptop.

NOTE: Only one card can operate at any given time.

Chapter 1 7

Left Panel

# Icon Item Description

1 Four (4) USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices

2 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.

3 PC Card slot The slot supports a standard Type II

(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).

CardBus PC Card.

4 PC Card eject button

5 Line-in jack

6 Microphone jack Accepts input from external microphone.

7 Headphone/Speaker/

Line-out jack

Ejects the PC Card from the slot.

Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio

CD player, stereo walkman).

Connects to headphones or other line-out
audio devices (speakers).

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Right Panel

# Icon Item Description

1 Slot loading optical

2 Optical disc access

3 Optical drive eject

4 Optical drive

5 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter.

drive eject button

indicator

button

emergency eject hole

Press the eject button to remove a disc
from the slot loading optical drive.

LED that indicates when an optical disc is
being read or written.

Press the eject button to remove a disc
from the optical drive.

Used to eject an optical disc when the
computer is turned off.

Chapter 1 9

Rear Panel

# Icon Item Description

1 Modem jack Connects to a phone line.

2 Network jack Connect to an Ethernet 10/100-based

3 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel

4 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external

5 S-video Connects t a television or display device

6 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible

network.

printer).

monitor, LCD projector).

with S-video input.

computer security lock.

10 Chapter 1

Bottom Panel

# Icon Item Description

1 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.

2 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery

3 Battery lock Locks the battery in place.

4 Mini-PCI slot Slot for adding mini-PCI cards.

5 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental

6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured

7 Memory compartment Houses th computer’s main memory.

8 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.

9 Personal identification

slot

pack.

bumps and vibration.

by a screw).

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

Insert a business card or similar-sized
indentification card to presonalize your
computer.

Chapter 1 11

Indicators

The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators below the display screen. And two on the front of the
computer.

The Power and Battery status indicators are visible even when the display is closed.

Icon Function Description

Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated.

Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated.

Media Activity Lights when the disc or optical drive is

Power Lights gree when the power is on and

Battery Lights orange when the battery is charging.

activated.

orange when the computer is in standby
mode.

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Using the Keyboard

The full-sized keyboardincludes an embedded numeric 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 Description

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters are

typed in uppercase. Toggle on and off by pressing the
Caps Lock key on the left of the keyboard.

Num lock

(Fn-F11)

Scroll lock

(Fn-F12)

When Num Lock is on, the embedded numeric keypad
can be used. Toggle on and off by pressing the Fn +
F11 keys simultaneously.

When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up
or down when you press w and y respectively.

Chapter 1 13

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 Num Lock On Num Lock Off

Number keys on embedded

keypad

Cursor-control keys on

embedded keypad

Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters

Type numbers in a normal
manner.

Hold j while using
cursor-control keys.

on embedded keypad.

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 Icon Description

Windows logo

key

Application

key

Start button. Combinations with this key perform
special functions. Below are a few examples:
+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)

+ E (Explores My Computer)

+ F (Finds Document)

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

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

Opens a context menu (same as a right-click).

Chapter 1 15

Hot Keys

Using the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling
various functions.

To activate hot keys, first hold down the Fn key. Next, press the second key in the combination. Finally, release
both keys.

Hot Key Icon Function Description

Fn-F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.

Fn-F2 Setup Accesses the computer’s configuration utility.

Fn-F3 Power management

scheme toggle

Fn-F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

Fn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen,

Fn-F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.

Fn-F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.

Fn-F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

Fn-w Volume up Increases the speaker volume.

Switches the power management scheme used by the
computer (function available if supported by operating
system).

external monitor (if connected) and both the display
screen and external monitor.

Press any key to return.

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Hot Key Icon Function Description

Fn-y Volume down Decreases the speaker volume.

Fn-x Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

Fn-z Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness

Chapter 1 17

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 top of keyboard are five buttons. The left-most button is the power button. To the right of the
power button are the four launch keys. They are designated as the mail button, the web browser button, and
two programmable buttons (P1 and P2).

NOTE: To the left of these five launch keys is the wireless communication button. This wireless

communication button works for model with 802.11b wireless LAN only.

Launch Key Default application

Mail Email application

Web browser Internet browser application

P1 User-programmable

P2 User-programmable

E-mail Detection

Click right button at the Launch Manager icon on the taskbar and click on E-mail Detection. In this dialog box,
you have the option to enable disable mail checking, set the time interval for mail checking, etc. If you already
have an email account, you can fill in User Name. Password and POP3 Server in the dialog box. The POP3
Server is the mail server where you get your email.

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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 items teache you how to use the touchpad:

T Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.

T 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.

T Use the 4-way scroll (2) button (top/bottom/left/and right) to scrolla page up, down, left or right.

This button mimics your cursor pressing on the vertical and horizontal scroll bars of Windows
applications.

Function Left Button Right Button Scroll Button Ta p

Execute Click twice

Select Click once Tap once

Drag Click and hold,

Access context
menu

quickly

then use finger
to drag the
cursor on the
touchpad

Click once

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

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 Left Button Right Button Scroll Button Ta p

Scroll Click and hold

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

NOTE: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The

touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response.
Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad’s responsiveness.

Chapter 1 21

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor

Item Specification

CPU type

CPU package

CPU core voltage 0.9V/1.2V

Core logic VIA K8T800+VIA VT8235CE

AMD Mobile Athlon

packing in 754-pin Lidless PGA

BIOS

Item Specification

BIOS vendor Phneoix

BIOS Version

BIOS ROM type Flash ROM

BIOS ROM size 512KB

BIOS package PLCC

Supported protocols ACPI 1.0b, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/IEEE 1284

1.7 & 1.9, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, USB

2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM bootable, IEEE 1394

BIOS password control Set by setup manual

TM

64

µ

Second Level Cache

Item Specification

Cache controller Built-in CPU

Cache size 512KB

1st level cache control Always enabled

2st level cache control Always enabled

Cache scheme control Fixed in write-back

System Memory

Item Specification

Memory controller

Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory)

DIMM socket number 2 sockets

Supports memory size per socket 1024MB

Supports maximum memory size 2048MB (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module)

Supports DIMM type DDR Synchronous DRAM

Supports DIMM Speed 333 MHz

Supports DIMM voltage 2.5V

Supports DIMM package 200-pin soDIMM

Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they

AMD Mobile Athlon

match the above specifications.

TM

64 built-in

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DIMM Combinations

Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory

0MB 256MB 256MB

0MB 512MB 512MB

0MB 1024MB 1024MB

256MB 256MB 512MB

256MB 512MB 768MB

256MB 1024MB 1280MB

512MB 256MB 768MB

512MB 512MB 1024MB

512MB 1024MB 1536MB

1024MB 256MB 1280MB

1024MB 512MB 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

Item Specification

Chipset Broadcom BCM5788M

Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000 Mbps

LAN connector type RJ45

LAN connector location Rear panel

Modem Interface

Item Specification

Chipset South bridge/VIA VT8235CE--controller on the main board

International Agere LU 97 Scorpio+CSP1037B--chipset on
modem board itself

Data modem data baud rate (bps) 56K

Supports modem protocol V.90/V.92 MDC

Modem connector type RJ11

Modem connector location Rear panel

Bluetooth-MODEM Interface

Item Specification

Chipset South bridge/VIA VT8235CE--controller on the mainboard

CSR BC212615BEN-E4/Agere Scorpio solution--chipset on the
combo module itself

Data throughput 200k bps (Blue-tooth)/56K bps (MODEM)

Protocol Blue-tooth 1.1

Interface USB 1.1+MDC

Connector type RJ11 (MODEM)

Support voice function Yes/or NO??

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Wireless Module 802.11g (optional device)

Item Specification

Chipset BCM4306KFB

Data throughput 11M bps

Protocol 802.11g

Interface Mini-PCI type II

Four-in-One Card Reader

Item Specification

Chipset M220V0315

Data throughput USB 1.1

Protocol SMC, MS, MMC, and SD

Hard Disc Drive Interface

Item

Vendor &
Model Name

Capacity
(MB)

Physical Layout

Bytes per
sector

Number of
data heads

Number of
disks

Logical
heads

Logical
sectors/track

Logical
cylinders

Spindle
speed
(RPM)

Performance Specifications

Buffer size 8192KB 8192KB

Interface ATA-6 ATA-6

Media data
transfer rate

Data transfer
rate
(host~buffer,
Mbytes/s)

DC Power Requirements

Voltage
tolerance

HGST MORAGA
IC25N008ATMR04

80000 80000

512 512

44

22

16 16

63 63

16,383 16,383

4200 RPM 4200 RPM

350Mb/s 342Mb/s

100 MB/Sec. 100 MB/Sec.

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

TOSHIBA PLUTO
MK8025GAS

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DVD Interface

Item Specification

Vendor & model name MKE-825-CQB

Performance Specification N/A

Transfer rate (KB/sec) N/A

Data Buffer The UJ-825-CQB drive has a data buffer that is implemented as a ring buffer.

The buffer has a size of 2 Mbyte.

Interface IDE/ATAPI (compliant to ATA/ATAPI-5)

Applicable disc format DVD: DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R (3.95G/4.7G),

Loading mechanism Load: semi-automatically

Power Requirement

Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)

DVD-RAM (2.6G/4.7G), DVD-RW, +R, +RW
CD: CD-Audio, CD-ROM (mode 1 and mode 2), CD-ROM XA (mode 2, form 1

and form 2), CD-I (mode 2, form 1 and form 2), CD-I Ready, CD-I Bridge, CD­R, CD-RW, Photo CD, Video CD Enhanced Music CD, CD-TEXT

(To load the disc in the drive, it is needed to push the disc manually.)
Release: (a) Electrical Release (Eject Button)
(b) Release by ATAPI command
(c) Emergency Release

Audio Interface

Item Specification

Audio Controller Realtek ALC202

Audio onboard or optional Built-in

Mono or Stereo Stereo

Resolution 20 bit stereo Digital to analog converter

18 bit stereo Analog to Ditial converter

Compatibility AC97

Mixed sound source Line-in, CD

Voice channel 8/16-bit, mono/stereo

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

Internal microphone Yes

Internal speaker / Quantity Yes/2

Supports PnP IRQ IRQ10

Speakers

Item Specification

Number of speaker 2

Rating 1W, max; 4 ohm

Connector type Headphone out, microphone in and line-in

Video Interface

Item Specification

Chipset

Package Specifications Package, Size: 708 BGA

®

MOBILITYTM RADEON 9700 (ATI M11P)

ATI

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Video Interface

Item Specification

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port No

Resolution Support Support for fixed resolution displays (e.g. panels) from VGA

Bus Specifications AGP bus support / PCI bus support:

Memory Type Hynix 8MBx32 DDR SDRAM

VGA Ram Size 128MB

(640x480) to wide UXGA (1600x1200) resolution
LVDS: support LCD panels up to QXGA (2048x1536) 60Hz

resolution
TMDS: 1600x1200 at 60Hz

AGP2.0: 2X (3.3V)/
AGP 3.0: 4X (1.5V) /8X (1.5V)/ PCI 2.3

Parallel Port

Item Specification

Parallel port controller PC87393

Number of parallel port 1

Location Rear side

Connector type 25-pin D-SUB

Parallel port function control Enable/Disable/Auto (BIOS or operating system chooses

configuration) by BIOS Setup
Note: Depending on your operating system, disabling an unused
device may help free system resources for other devices.

Supports ECP/EPP/Bi-directional/Output only
(PS/2 compatible)

Optional ECP DMA channel (in BIOS Setup) DMA channel 3

Optional parallel port I/O address (in BIOS
Setup)

Optional parallel port IRQ (in BIOS Setup) IRQ7, IRQ5

Yes (set by BIOS setup)
Note: When Mode is selected as EPP mode, “3BCh” will not be

available.

378h, 278h, 3BCH

USB Port

Item Specification

Chipset VIA VT8235CE

USB Compliancy Level 2.0

OHCI USB 2.0

Number of USB port 4

Location Left side

Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup

IEEE 1394 Port

Item Specification

Chipset TI PCI4510

Interface USB Compliancy Level IEEE 1394 1.0

Number of IEEE 1394 port 1

Location Left side

Connector type IEEE 1394

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PCMCIA Port

Item Specification

PCMCIA controller TI PCI4510

Supports card type Type-II

Number of slots One type-II

Access location Left panel

Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port No ZV support

Supports 32 bit CardBus Yes (IRQ10)

System Board Major Chips

Item Controller

Core logic

VGA

LAN Broadcom BCM5788M

IEEE 1394 TI PCI4510

USB 2.0 VIA VT8235CE embedded USB controller

Super I/O controller NS PC87393

MODEM South bridge/VIA VT8235CE

Blue tooth South bridge/VIA VT8235CE

Wireless 802.11g BCM4306KFB

PCMCIA TI PCI4510

Audio RealTek ALC202

Four-in-one card reader M220V0315

Touchpad Synaptics TM41P-353

IR Vishay TFU6102F

VIA K8T800 (AMD Athlon
VT8235CE)

®

MOBILITYTM RADEON 9700 (ATI M11P)

ATI

TM

64-M processor, VIA K8T800+VIA

Keyboard

Item Specification

Keyboard controller NS 87570 C4

Keyboard vendor & model name DARFON

Total number of keypads 84-/85-/88- key

Windows logo key Yes

Internal & external keyboard work
simultaneously

Yes

Battery

Item Specification

Vendor & model name Simplo/Sanyo

Battery Type Li-ion

Pack capacity 4400 Ah

Cell voltage 3.7V/cell

Number of battery cell 8

Package configuration 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel

Chapter 1 27

Battery

Item Specification

Package voltage 14.8V

LCD

Item

Vendor & model name CMO IDT N150P3 AUO B150PG03 QDI QD15FL02

Screen Diagonal (mm) 380.625 N/A 380

Active Area (mm) 304.5 (H) x 228.375

(V)

Display resolution (pixels) 1400x1050 SXGA+ 1400x1050 SXGA+ 1400x1050 SXGA+

Pixel Pitch 0.2175x0.2175 0.2175x0.2175 0.2175x0.2175

Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical Stripe R.G.B. Vertical Stripe R.G.B. Vertical Stripe

Display Mode Normally Black Normally White Normally White

2

Typical White Luminance (cd/m

also called Brightness

Luminance Uniformity N/A N/A 1.4

Contrast Ratio 400 400 400

Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall
Time)

Nominal Input Voltage VDD +3.3V Typ. +3.3V Typ. +3.3V Typ.

Typical Power Consumption (watt) 6.1 typ./7.0 max. 5.9 typ. N/A

Weight 575 575 570

Physical Size(mm) 317.3x242.0x6.2 317.3x242.0x6.3 217.3x242.0x5.8/6.0

Electrical Interface 8 pairs LVDS (Even/

Support Color 262K colors (RGB 6-

Viewing Angle (degree)

Horizontal: Right/Left

Vertial: Upper/Lower

Temperature Range( C)

Operating

Storage (shipping)

°

)

200 200 200

60/120msec 25ms 5/20ms

Odd R/G/B Data (6
bit), 3 sync singals,
Clock)

bit data driver)

85/85

85/85

0 to +50

-20 to +60

304.5 (H) x 228.375
(V)

2 channel LVDS 2 channel LVDS

262,144 colors 262,144 colors

10/30

40/40

0 to +50

-20 to +60

304.1 (H) x 228.1 (V)

60/60

60/45

0 to +50

-25 to +65

AC Adaptor

Item Specification

Model number LITE- ON PA-1900-05QA, 3pins

LSE 0202C1990, 3pins

Input rating 90VAC to 264VAC, 47Hz to 63Hz

Output rating 75W, 19V (18.8V, min to 20V, max), 4A (0A, min to 4A, max)

System Power Management

ACPI mode Power Management

Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.

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System Power Management

ACPI mode Power Management

Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off

completely.

Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disk may be power

managed in this state.

Suspend to RAM (S3) CPU set power down

VGA Suspend
PCMCIA Suspend
Audio Power Down
Hard Disk Power Down
CD-ROM Power Down
Super I/O Low Power mode

Save to Disk (S4) Also called Hibernate state. System saves all system states and

data onto the disk prior to power off the whole system.

Power Management

Power Saving Mode Phenomenon

Standby Mode

Enter Standby Mode when

1.Standby/Hibernation hot-key is pressed
and system is not ready to enter Hibernation
mode.

2.System standby/ Hibernation timer expires
and system is not ready to enter Hibernation
mode.

Hibernation Mode

Enter Hibernation Mode (suspend to HDD)
when

1.Hibernation hot-key is pressed and
system is ready to enter Hibernation mode

2.System Hibernation timer expires and
system is ready to enter Hibernation mode.

Display Standby Mode

Keyboard, built-in touchpad, and an external
PS/2 pointing device are idle for a specified
period.

Hard Disk Standby Mode

Hard disk is idle within a specified period of
time.

T The buzzer beeps
T The Sleep indicator lights up

T All power shuts off

T The display shuts off

T Hard disk drive is in standby mode.

(spindle turned-off)

Environmental Requirements

Item Specification

Temperature

Operating

Non-operating

Humidity

Operating 20% to 80% RH, non-condensing without diskette

Non-operating 20% to 80% RH, non-condensing (Unpacked)

Non-operating 20% to 80% RH, non-condensing (Storage package)

Vibration

°C

+5~+35

-20~+65

20% to 80% RH, non-condensing with diskette

°C

Chapter 1 29

Environmental Requirements

Item Specification

Operating 5~250Hz 0.5Grms, 15mins per axis

Non-operating (unpacked) 1.04 Grms, 2-200Hz 15 mins per axis

Non-operating (packed) 1.04 Grms, 2-200Hz 15 mins per axis

Mechanical Specification

Item Specification

Dimensions 330(W) x 272(D) x 31.8(H)mm

Weight 6.64lbs (3.01kg) for 15.1”LCD model with battery

I/O Ports One Card bus type II slot

One RJ-11 jack for 56Kbps fax/modem

One RJ-45 jack for LAN

One DC-in jack for AC adapter

One ECP/EPP compliant 25-pin parallel port

One external 15-pin VGA port

One speaker/headphone/line-out jack

One audio line-in jack

One microphone-in jack

Four USB 2.0 ports

One IEEE 1394 port

One S-video (NTSC/PAL) output port

4-in-1 Card Reader (Manufacture optional)

FIR (Fast Infred) port

100-pin expansion port supporting Acer EasyPort or I/O port replicator

Drive Bays One

Material Plastic

Indicators There are 9 LEDs totally:

Caps lock, Num lock, media activity, power, battery, InviLink, Bluetooth, 4-in-1
status, and optical disc access indicators

Switch

Power

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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.

Chapter 2

To activate the BIOS Utility, press
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. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

CPU Type:: Mobile AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3000+

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: Acer

UUID:

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

Esc Exit ←

2000 MHz

IC25N080ATMR04-0
MRG467K4HAKAKH

MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-825S

3C14

ATi 008.017M.123.000

1A26
LXT123456704360014EF00

N/A

Ferrari 3400

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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

m during POST (when “Press <F2> to enter Setup” message is prompted

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

22 Byte

32 Byte

16 Byte

16 Byte
16 Byte

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

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

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

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

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

T 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.

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Infomation

→

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

. Info. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

CPU Type:: Mobile AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3000+

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: Acer

UUID:

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

Esc Exit ←

2000 MHz

IC25N080ATMR04-0
MRG467K4HAKAKH

MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-825S

3C14

ATi 008.017M.123.000

1A26
LXT123456704360014EF00

N/A

Ferrari 3400

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

22 Byte

32 Byte

16 Byte

16 Byte
16 Byte

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

Parameter Description

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

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

ATAPI Device This field displays the mofel name of devices installed on secondary IDE master. The hard

disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system.

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

Serial Number This field displays the serial number of this unit.

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

UUID=16bytes in length

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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: [14:06:58]

System Date: [09/13/2004]

System Memory: 624 KB

Extended Memory: 522240 KB

Video Memory 128 MB

Shows system base memory size

Shows extended memory size

VGA memory size

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or

<Enter> selects field.

Quiet Boot: [Enabled]

Power on Display: [Auto ]

LCD Auto Dim: [Enabled]
Network Boot:

F12 Boot Menu:

[Enabled]

[Disabled]

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

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

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

34 Chapter 2

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

Parameter Description Format/Option

System Time Sets the system time. Format: HH:MM:SS

(hour:minute:second) System Time

System Date Sets the system date. Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/

year)

System Date

System Memory This field reports the memory size of system

base memory. Memory size is fixed to 640KB

Extended Memory This field reports the memory size of the

extended memory in the system.

Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB

Video Memory Shows the VGA memory size. The default value

is set to 128MB

Quiet Boot 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.

Power on display 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).

LCD Auto Dim Determines if the system will automatically dim

the LCD brightness in order to save power when
AC power is not present.

F12 Boot Menu Enables or disables Boot Menu function during

POST.

Option: Enabled or Disabled

Option:

Auto or Both

Option:

Enabled or Disabled

Option:

Disabled or Enabled

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.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Info. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Serial port A:

Base I/O address:
Interrupt:

[Enabled]
[3F8]
[IRQ 4]

Infrared Port:
Base I/O address:
Interrupt:
DMA channel

Parallel port:
Mode:
Base I/O address:
Interrupt:
DMA channel

[Enabled]
[2F8]
[IRQ 3]
[DMA1]

[Enabled]
[ECP]
[378]
[IRQ 7]
[DMA3]

Item Specific Help

Configure Infrared Port

using options:

[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 ← → Select Menu Enter Select 4Sub-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 Description Options

Infrared Port (FIR) Enables, disables or auto detects the infrared port.

Parallel Port Enables, disables or auto detects the parallel port.

Mode Sets the operation mode of the parallel port.

Base I/O address 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.

Interrupt Sets the interrupt request of the parallel port.

DMA channel Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in

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

Disabled/EnabledDisabled/Auto

Enabled/Disabled/Auto

ECP, EPP, Normal or Bi-directional

378h/278h/3BCH

IRQ7/IRQ5

DMA3/DMA1

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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 Boot

Security

Item Specific Help

Exit

Supervisor Password Is: Clear

User Password Is: Clear

HDD Password Is:

HDD Master ID:

Clear

47874773

Supervisor Password

controls accesses of the

whole setup utility.

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Passord
Set HDD Password

Password on Boot

[Enter]
[Enter]

[Enter]

[Disabled]

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

Esc Exit ← → Select Menu Enter Select 4Sub-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 Description Option

Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password

User Password is Shows the setting of the uer password.

HDD Password is 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.

HDD Master ID You can use HDD Master ID and MasterID

program together to remove HDD password.

Note: Remove HDD password SOP wll not be
released in service guide because of security
concern. Please request Remove HDD SOP
via tracking system--http://csd.acer.com.tw

Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password.

When set, this password protects the BIOS
Setup Utility from unauthorized access.

Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When

set, this password protects the BIOS Setup
Utility from unauthorized access.

Note: The user password may not be set
unless the supervisor password is set. If the
user wishes to have only one password,
please set supervisor password.

Set HDD Password Press Enter to set the HDD password. When

set, this password protects the internal hard
disk from unauthorized access.

Password on Boot 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.

Clear or Set

Clear or Set

Disabled or Enabled

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.

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.

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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.

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 Exit

+Hard Drive

Floppy Devices

CD-ROM/DVD Drive

Network Boot

Boot

Item Specific Help

+ 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 ← → Select Menu Enter Select 4Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

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Exit

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

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Info. Main Advanced Security Boot

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Dicarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Discard Changes

Save Changes

Exit System Setup and save
your changes to CMOS.

Exit

Item Specific Help

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

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

The table below describes the parameters in this screen.

Parameter Description

Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.

Load Setup Default Load default values for all SETUP item.

Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.

Save Changes 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 New features or options

T 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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44 Chapter 2

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 Small Philips screwdriver

T Philips screwdriver

T Flat blade screwdriver

T Plastic flat blade screwdriver

T Hex wrench (2.5mm)

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: Ferrari 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.

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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

Hx2

HDD Door Middle Cover ODD Module

HDD Module

Touchpad

Hx2

Dimm Door

Memory

Cable (FFC)

Logic Upper

Assembly

Touchpad

Shielding

Touchpad

Board

Touchpad

Holder

Touchpad

Qx4

Hx4

Keyboard

Hx2
Mx3

CPU

LCD Module

Dimm

Ox4

Sx4

Main Unit
Assembly

Front Bezel

Sx19

Hx2
Ux3

HDD

Bracket

Logic Lower

Assembly

Ax4
Hx1
Hx1

Main Board

4-in-1 Card

Rearder

Hx3

Function Key

Board

Dx3

Modem/

Bluetooth

Combo Card

Cx4

Hx2

Smart Card

Reader

Hx2

PCI Door

Wireless LAN

Card

Fx2

ODD BoardODD Bracket

Fx2

Thermal

Module

Ex4Tx2

ODD

Hx1

Top Cover

Shielding

Antenna Line Modem Cable

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LCD Module

6 LCD

Cushions

Jx6

LCD Bezel

LCD Inverter

Hx4

Hx4

LCD

LCD Coaxial

Cable

Screw List

Item Description

A NUT-I/O

B SCREW M1.6X4.0-I-NI-NYLOK

C SCREW M2.0X2.5-I-NI-NYLOK

D SCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK

E SCREW M2.0X3.5-I-NI-NYLOK

F SCREW M2.0X5-I-NI-NYLOK

G SCREW M2.5X3-I-NI-NYLOK

H SCREW M2.5X4.0-B-NI-NYLOK

I SCREW M2.5X4-I-NYLOK

J SCREW M2.5X5.0-I-NI-NYLOK

K SCREW M2.5X5.5-P-NI-NYLOK

LCD

Assembly

Dx4

LCD Brackets

Wireless

Antenna

LCD Panel

Hx2

LCD Latch Kit

Bracket

Dx1

LCD Latch Kit

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Item Description

L SCREW M2.5X0.45+7I-NYLOK

M SCREW M1.7X3.5-I-BZN

N SCREW M2X3-I-BNI-NYLOK

O SCREW M2.0X5.0-I-BNI-NYLOK

P SCREW M2.0X6.0-I-NI-NYLOK

Q SCREW M2.5X2-I-NI-NYLOK

R SCREW M2.5X4-I-BNI

S SCREW M2.5X7

T SCREW M3.0X3.5

U SCREW M2.5X5 (BLACK)

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Removing the Battery Pack

1. Release the battery lock.

2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.

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Removing the Optical Module/HDD Module/Wireless Lan Card and LCD module

Removing the Optical Module

1. Slide the optical disk drive latch.

2. Remove the ODD module.

Removing the HDD Module

1. Remove the two screws holding the HDD cover.

2. Remove the HDD cover.

3. Remove the HDD module.

Removing the Wireless LAN Card

1. Remove the screw that secures the PCI door then remove the PCI door.

2. Disconnect the right and the left wireless antenna.

3. Pop out the wireless LAN card then remove it.

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Removing the LCD Module

1. Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; two one each side.

2. Detach middle cover with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver.

3. Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the cable from the upper case.

4. Disconnect the left wireless LAN antenna line. Then take out the antenna from the upper case with a

tweezers.

5. Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; two on each side.

6. Then remove the entire LCD module.

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Disassembling the Main Unit

Remove the function key board and the keyboard

1. Take the wireless antenna out of the hook on the function key board.

2. Disconnect function key board connector

3. Unscrew the three screws holding the function key board.

4. Remove the three screws that secure the keyboard.

5. Turn over the unit and remove the two screws as the picture shows.

6. Turn over the keyboard. Disconnect the keyboard FFC then remove the keyboard.

Separate the main unit into the logic upper and the logic lower assembly

1. Remove the three screws on the rear panel.

2. Unscrew the 19 screws on the bottom panel.

3. Detach the front bezel from the main unit.

4. Remove the two screws. Then take the right and the left antenna off the main unit.

5. Disconnect the touchpad cable.

6. Pull out the right and the left wireless LAN antenna, then detach the logic upper assembly from the logic

lower assembly.

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Disassembling the logic upper assembly

1. Take out the touchpad cable from the small hook on touchpad holder.

2. Remove the four screws holding the touchpad shielding and the touchpad board.

3. Disconnect the touchpad FFC from the touchpad board.

4. Remove the touchpad board.

5. Remove the wireless and bluetooth button off the touchpad board.

6. Remove the four screws that fasten the touchpad holder.

7. Remove the touchpad off the logic upper assembly.

8. Disconnect touchpad FFC.

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Disassembling the logic lower assembly

1. In order to take out the main board from the upper case, first remove the four screws that fasten the top
cover shielding.

2. Remove the three screws holding the 4-in-1 card reader, then remove it.

3. Unscrew the four screws that secure the thermal module.

4. Disconnect the fan connector then remove the thermal module.

5. Remove one screw that secures the main board as picture shows.

6. Remove another screw that fastens the main board.

7. Take out the bluetooth antenna.

8. Disconnect the speaker set cable.

9. To remove the main board from the lower case assembly, first press the PCMCIA card button.

10. Then take the main board off the lower case assembly.

11. Unscrew the two screws that fasten the HDD bracket.

12. Remove one screw holding the top cover shielding.

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13. Disconnect the microphone cable. Then remove the top cover shielding.

14. Use a hex wrench (2.5mm) to turn the CPU lock counter clock-wise. Then remove the CPU.

15. Put the CPU back to the socket then use a hex wrench (2.5mm) to fasten the CPU lock as shown.

16. Pop out the memory then remove it.

17. Unscrew the two screws that secure the modem/bluetooth combo card. Remove the modem/bluetooth

combo card then disconnect the connector.

18. Disconnect the bluetooth antenna and the modem cable.

19. Disconnect the smart card reader FPC.

20. Unscrew the two screws holding the smart card reader then remove it.

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Disassembling the LCD Module

1. Remove the six screw pad and the six screws.

2. Detach the LCD bezel carefully.

3. Disconnect LCD inverter.

4. Remove the two screws holding the LCD to LCD panel.

5. Then remove the LCD.

6. Remove the four screws that fasten the right and the left LCD brackets. Then remove the right and the left

LCD brackets.

7. Tear off the electric conductive tape that fastens the LCD coaxial cable.

8. Tear off another electric conductive tape that fastens the LCD coaxial cable.

9. Disconnect the LCD coaxial cable.

.

10. Detach the wireless antenna from the LCD panel.

11. Remove the two screws holding the LCD latch kit.

12. Remove the LCD latch kit bracket.

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13. Unhook the spring.

14. Remove the screw that fastens the LCD latch kit.

15. Then remove the LCD latch kit.

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Disassembling the External Modules

Disassembling the HDD Module

1. Remove the four screws holding the HDD bracket; two on each side.

2. Take out the HDD from the HDD bracket.

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module

1. Remove the two screws holding the ODD bracket.

2. Remove another screw as the picture shows.

3. Then remove the last two screws on the back side of the ODD module.

4. Slide the ODD from the ODD bracket.

5. Then remove the optical bracket.

6. In order to open the ODD, use an uncurved pin to press the emergency eject hole.

7. Remove the three screws that fasten the ODD door.

8. Then detach the ODD door.

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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) Go To

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).

“Power System Check” on page 63.

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
page 65

“Undetermined Problems” on page 77

“Error Message List” on page 66

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
page 65

Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to
“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
page 65

“Intermittent Problems” on page 76

“Undetermined Problems” on page 77

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System Check Procedures

External Diskette Drive Check

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is
required.

NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause

damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.

Do the following to select the test device.

1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program.

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

3. Follow the instructions in the message window.

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

If the error still remains:

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.

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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.

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 64

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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 77.

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

Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Struck Key See ““Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 62

System CMOS checksum bad - Default
configuration used

Real time clock error RTC battery

Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration
used

Invalid System Configuration Data “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

Operating system not found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A are properly identified.

RTC battery

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

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

Main board

“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.

RTC batter

Main baord.

Main board.

Dikette drive

Hard disk drive

Main board.

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Error Message List

No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See “Power

System Check” on page 63

Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.

Reconnect the DIMM.

Main board.

Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See “Power

System Check” on page 63

Reconnect the LCD connector

Hard disk drive

LCD cable

LCD inverter

LCD

Main board

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.

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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POST Codes

Code Beeps POST Routine Description

02h Verify Real Mode

03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)

04h Get CPU type

06h Initialize system hardware

08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values

09h Set IN POST flag

0Ah Initialize CPU registers

0Bh Enable CPU cache

0Ch Initialize caches to initial POST values

0Eh Initialize I/O component

0Fh Initialize the local bus IDE

10h Initialize Power Management

11h Load alternate registers with initial POST

values

12h Restore CPU control word during warm boot

13h Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices

14h Initialize keyboard controller

16h 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum

17h Initialize cache before memory autosize

18h 8254 timer initialization

1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization

1Ch Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller

20h 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh

22h 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller

24h Set ES segment register to 4 GB

26h Enable A20 line

28h Autosize DRAM

29h Initialize POST Memory Manager

2Ah Clear 215 KB base RAM

2Ch 1-3-4-1 RAM failure on address line xxxx

2Eh 1-3-4-3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of

memory bus

2Fh Enable cache before system BIOS shadow

30h 1-4-1-1 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of

32h Test CPU bus-clock frequency

33h Initialize Phoenix Dispatch Manager

36h Warm start shut down

38h Shadow system BIOS ROM

3Ah Autosize cache

3Ch Advanced configuration of chipset registers

3Dh Load alternate registers with CMOS values

42h Initialize interrupt vectors

45h POST device initialization

46h 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice

memory bus

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Code Beeps POST Routine Description

48h Check video configuration against CMOS

49h Initialize PCI bus and devices

4Ah Initialize all video adapters in system

4Bh QuietBoot start (optional)

4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM

4Eh Display BIOS copyright notice

50h Display CPU type and speed

51h Initialize EISA board

52h Test keyboard

54h Set key click if enabled

58h 2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts

59h Initialize POST display service

5Ah Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”

5Bh Disable CPU cache

5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB

60h Test extended memory

62h Test extended memory address lines

64h Jump to User Patch1

66h Configure advanced cache registers

67h Initialize Multi Processor APIC

68h Enable external and CPU caches

69h Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area

6Ah Display external L2 cache size

6Bh Load custom defaults (optional)

6Ch Display shadow-area message

6Eh Display possible high address for UMB

70h Display error messages

72h Check for configuration errors

76h Check for keyboard errors

7Ch Set up hardware interrupt vectors

7Eh Initialize coprocessor if present

80h Disable onboard Super I/O ports and IRQs

81h Late POST device initialization

82h Detect and install external RS232 ports

83h Configure non-MCD IDE controllers

84h Detect and install external parallel ports

85h Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices

86h Re-initialize onboard I/O ports

87h Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices

88h Initialize BIOS Area

89h Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs)

8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area

8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse

8Ch Initialize floppy controller

recovery

(optional)

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Code Beeps POST Routine Description

8Fh Determine number of ATA drives (optional)

90h Initialize hard-disk controllers

91h Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers

92h Jump to UserPatch2

93h Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards

95h Install CD ROM for boot

96h Clear huge ES segment register

97h Fixup Multi Processor table

98h 1-2 Search for option ROMs. One long, two short

beeps on checksum failure.

99h Check for SMART drive (optional)

9Ah Shadow option ROMs

9Ch Set up Power Management

9Dh Initialize security engine (optional)

9Eh Enable hardware interrupts

9Fh Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives

A0h Set time of day

A2h Check key lock

A4h Initialize Typematic rate

A8h Erase F2 prompt

AAh Scan for F2 key stroke

ACh Enter SETUP

AEh Clear Boot flag

B0h Check for errors

B2h POST done- prepare to boot operating system

B4h 1 One short beep before boot

B5h Terminate QuietBoot (optional)

B6h Check password (optional)

B9h Prepare Boot

BAh Initialize DMI parameters

BBh Initialize PnP Option ROMs

BCh Clear parity checkers

BDh Display MultiBoot menu

BEh Clear screen (optional)

BFh Check virus and backup reminders

C0h Try to boot with INT 19

C1h Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM)

C2h Initialize error logging

C3h Initialize error display function

C4h Initialize system error handler

C5h PnPnd dual CMOS (optional)

C6h Initialize notebook docking (optional)

C7h Initialize notebook docking late

C8h Force check (optional)

C9h Extended checksum (optional)

D2h Unknown interrupt

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Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM

E0h Initialize the chipset

E1h Initialize the bridge

E2h Initialize the CPU

E3h Initialize the system timer

E4h Initialize system I/O

E5h Check force recovery boot

E6h Checksum BIOS ROM

E7h Go to BIOS

E8h Set Huge Segment

E9h Initialize Multi Processor

EAh Initialize OEM special code

EBh Initialize PIC and DMA

ECh Initialize Memory type

EDh Initialize Memory size

EEh Shadow Boot Block

EFh System memory test

F0h Initialize interrupt vectors

F1h Initialize Run Time Clock

F2h Initialize video

F3h Initialize System Management Mode

F4h 1 Output one beep before boot

F5h Boot to Mini DOS

F6h Clear Huge Segment

F7h Boot to Full DOS

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Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message

LCD-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

LCD backlight doesn't work 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

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.

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 Action in Sequence

Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system
runs correctly

HDD/CD-ROM active indicators cannot work HDD/CD-ROM drive

Main board

Device driver

Main board

Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Power shuts down during operation Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

System Check” on page 63.

Battery pack

AC adapter

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

Main board

The system cannot power-on. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power

The system cannot power-off. In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch

System Check” on page 63.

Battery pack

Power adapter

CPU

Main board

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 Action in Sequence

Battery can’t be charged or discharged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 64.

Battery pack

Main board

System hang during POST ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module

Main board

PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

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

Main board

PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly

PC Card cannot be inserted or ejected Check if the PCMCIA slot is blocked

Main board

Memory-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

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.

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 Action in Sequence

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

Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound. Speaker

Microphone cannot work Audio driver

OS volume control

Audio driver

Speaker

Main board

Main board

Volume control in Windows XP

Main board

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

The system will not enter hibernation mode Power option in Windows XP

Hard disk drive

Main board

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

Driver of Power Option Properties

Lid close switch in upper case

Main board

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Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

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

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

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

System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.

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

Main board

Peripheral-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

System configuration does not match the
installed devices.

External display does not work correctly. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching

USB does not work correctly Main board

Print problems. Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings” then

Parallel port device problems Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings” then

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

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

Main board

Keyboard

Main board

reboot the system.

Run printer self-test.

Printer driver

Printer cable

Printer

Main board

reboot the system.

Device driver

Device cable

Device

Main board

Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect the keyboard cable.

Keyboard

Main board

Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.

Touchpad board

Main board

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Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

Internal modem does not work correctly. Phone cable

Driver

Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly.

Main board

Internal LAN does not work correctly 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 77.

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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 63):

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 Printer, mouse, and other external devices

T Battery pack

T Hard disk drive

T 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

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How to Build NAPP Master Hard Disc Drive

CD to Disk Recovery

1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD.

2. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system.

3. The system will ask you if you want to build NAPP Master HDD. Please press any key to continue.

4. NAPP CD will start to preload the system, please click [Y].

5. Select CD to Disk Revocery.

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6. Put the Recovery CD to the optical drive. This step is to create image files to the system, you do not have
to put the Recovery CD to the optical drive in order. Place one Recovery CD to the drive at one time till
you finish all Recovery CDs.

After you place the Recovery CD to the optical drive, you will see the display below.

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7. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive.

8. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard disc drive.

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Disk to Disk Recovery

1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD.

2. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system.

3. The system will ask you if you want to build NAPP Master HDD. Please press any key to continue.

4. NAPP CD will start to preload the system, please click [Y].

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5. Select Disk to Disk Recovery. Then choose Single Language or Multi-Languages Recovery.

NOTE: For Multi-Languages Recovery, not more than five languages could be loaded to the system.

6. Put the Recovery CD to the optical drive. This step is to create image files to the system, you do not have

to put the Recovery CD to the optical drive in order. Place one Recovery CD to the drive at one time till
you finish all Recovery CDs.

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After you place the Recovery CD to the optical drive, you will see the display below.

7. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive.

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8. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard disc drive.

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Jumper and Connector Locations

Top Vi ew

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1 U4 CPU socket 10 CN15 DIMM Socket

2 CN1 S-video port 11 CN17 Optical drive connector

3 CN4 CRT 12 CN19 Keyboard connector

4 CN3 Printer port 13 CN20 Main battery connector

5 CN30 EazyPort connector 14 U14 FIR

6 CN2 RJ45 15 CN21 HDD connector

7 CN2 RJ11 16 CON1 PCMCIA slot

8 CN6 Power jack 17 CN16 IEEE 1394 port

9 CN8 LCD connector 18 CN9,

CN11,
CN13,
CN14

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Four USB ports (from top to
bottom)

Bottom View

1

2

3

5

4

1 CN26 Line-in connector

2 CN28 Microphone-in connector

3 CN29 Line-out connector

4 CN27 Mini PCI connector

5 CN25 DIMM socket

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Chapter 6

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Ferrari 3400 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 CD released. We will update the service guide to CSD

website, please download the exploded diagram from the website if you need the files

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Exploded Diagram

1

3

4

5

7

6

8

9

10

11

12

2

13

14

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Adapter

Battery

Boards

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

NS ADAPTER LITE- ON PA-1900-05QA 3PIN W/

LED 90W

ADAPTER LSE 0202C1990 3PIN W/LED 90W AP.A1007.001

13 BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 8CELL (4UR18650F-

2-QC-ZG1, 4400mAH)

BATTERY SIMPLO LI-ION 8CELL (LI-ION
BATTERY PACK ZG14S2P, 4400mAH)

NS MODEM CARD (Ambit T60M283.10) 54.T29V7.001

AP.A1003.001

BT.FR103.001

BT.FR107.001

Cables

NS MODEM /BLUETOOTH COMBO BOARD AMBIT

T60M665.00

NS WIRELESS LAN BOARD (802.11g) WNC KM8-1 54.A13V7.001

4 LAUNCH BOARD 55.T23V7.001

NS TOUCH PAD BOARD W/CABLE 55.T23V7.002

NS TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.T23V7.001

54.T23V7.002

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Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

NS MODEM CABLE 50.FR2V7.001

NS COVER SWITCH CABLE 50.T23V7.003

NS POWER CORD US (3 pin) 27.A03V7.001

NS POWER CORD EU ( 3 Pin) 27.A03V7.002

NS POWER CORD PRC ( 3 Pin) 27.A03V7.003

NS POWER CORD UK (3 PIN) 27.A03V7.004

NS POWER CORD ITALIAN (3 PIN) 27.A03V7.005

NS POWER CORD DANISH (3 PIN) 27.A03V7.006

NS POWER CORD AU (3 PIN) 27.A03V7.008

Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly

3 MIDDLE COVER W/ NAME PLATE 42.FR3V7.001

NS DIMM DOOR W/SCREW 42.FR1V7.002

POWER CORD AF (3 PIN) 27.T48V7.001

LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER AND ANTENNA 60.FR3V7.001

5 UPPER CASE W/TOUCHPAD HOLDER 60.FR2V7.002

10 LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER W/O ANTENNA 60.FR3V7.002

NS FRONT BEZEL FOR 4 IN 1 MODEL 42.T23V7.003

NS TOUCH PAD SHIELDING FOR TOUCH PAD

BOARD

33.T23V7.001

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Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

Communication Module

NS WIRELESS BOARD COVER 42.FR1V7.003

8 I/O BRACKET W/MICROPHONE 33.FR2V7.001

NS TOUCHPAD BOARD BUTTON 33.T41V7.001

NS BLUETOOTH ANTENNA 50.T23V7.004

NS WIRELESS LAN ANTENNA Y CABLE 50.FR2V7.002

CPU

HDD/ Hard Disk Drive

Keyboard

NS AMD Athlon64 3000+(REV CG) 35W Low-

Voltage OPGA

12 HDD 2.5 IN. 80G HGST MORAGA

IC25N008ATMR04-0 AD4A

HDD 2.5 IN. 80G TOSHIBA PLUTO
MK8025GAS

NS HDD COVER 42.FR1V7.005

NS HDD CASE 33.T23V7.004

NS HDD HOLDER 33.FR2V7.003

2 KEYBOARD DARFON US INTERNATIONAL KB.T4107.001

KEYBOARD DARFON CHINESE KB.T4107.002

KEYBOARD DARFON SPANISH KB.T4107.003

KEYBOARD DARFON THAI KB.T4107.004

KEYBOARD DARFON BRAZILIAN
PROTUGESE

KC.A3002.35W

KH.08007.007

KH.08004.001

KB.T4107.005

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LCD

Picture No. Partname And Description Part Number

KEYBOARD DARFON UK KB.T4107.007

KEYBOARD DARFON GERMAN KB.T4107.008

KEYBOARD DARFON ITALIAN KB.T4107.009

KEYBOARD DARFON FRENCH KB.T4107.010

KEYBOARD DARFON SWISS/G KB.T4107.011

KEYBOARD DARFON PORTUGUESE KB.T4107.012

KEYBOARD DARFON ARABIC KB.T4107.013

KEYBOARD DARFON BELGIUM KB.T4107.014

KEYBOARD DARFON SWEDEN KB.T4107.015

KEYBOARD DARFON CZECH KB.T4107.016

KEYBOARD DARFON HUNGAIAN KB.T4107.017

KEYBOARD DARFON NORWAY KB.T4107.018

KEYBOARD DARFON DANISH KB.T4107.019

KEYBOARD DARFON TURKISH KB.T4107.020

KEYBOARD DARFON CANADIAN FRENCH KB.T4107.021

KEYBOARD DARFON GREEK KB.T4107.023

KEYBOARD DARFON RUSSIAN KB.T4107.024

1 LCD MODULE 15" TFT SXGA+ CMO IDT

N150P3 W/ANTENNA

LCD MODULE 15 IN. TFT SXGA+ AU
B150PG03 W/ANTENNA

LCD MODULE 15 IN. TFT SXGA+ QDI 156FL02
185 NITS W/ANTENNA

6M.FR2V7.003

6M.FR3V7.001

6M.FR3V7.002

NS LCD 15" TFT SXGA+ CMO IDT N150P2-L04 LK.1500D.003

LCD 15 IN . SXGA+ AU B150PG03 200 NITS
SPWG-B

LCD 15 IN. SXGA+ QDI 156FL02 185 NITS
SPWG-B

NS INVERTER BOARD W/MAYLAR E SUMIDA

53261-0590

NS LCD BRACKET 15" RIGHT W/HINGE 33.T23V7.007

NS LCD BRACKET 15” LEFT W/HINGE 33.T23V7.008

LK.15005.008

LK.15009.007

19.T23V7.011

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