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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
SCREEN
MESSAGES
NOTEGives bits and pieces of additional
WARNINGAlerts you to any damage that might
CAUTIONGives precautionary measures to
IMPORTANTReminds you to do specific actions
Denotes actual messages that appear
on screen.
information related to the current
topic.
result from doing or not doing specific
actions.
avoid possible hardware or software
problems.
relevant to the accomplishment of
procedures.
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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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Chapter 1 System Specifications 1
Features 1
Mainboard Placement 4
Block Diagram 6
Aspire M3600/M5600 Front Panel 7
Aspire M3600/M5600 Rear Panel 9
AcerPower M461 Front Panel 10
AcerPower M461 Rear Panel 11
System Peripherals 12
Acer eRecovery 14
Acer disc-to-disc recovery 16
Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17
Power Management Function (ACPI support function) 22
Chapter 2System Utilities 23
About the Setup Utility 23
Product Information 25
Standard CMOS Features 26
Advanced BIOS Features 28
Advanced Chipset Features 31
Integrated Peripherals 33
Power Management Setup 36
PnP/PCI Configurations 38
PC Health Status 39
Frequency Control 40
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 42
General Information 43
Disassembly Procedure 44
Chapter 4Troubleshooting 57
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Information 58
Main Board Placement 58
Jumper Setting 60
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 67
Exploded Diagram 68
FRU List 69
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System Specifications
Features
Processor
TSocket Type : Intel Socket T LGA 775 pin
TProcessor Type : Intel Conroe FSB 800/1066 MHz
Chipset
TIntel 946GZ+ICH7DH
PCB
TForm Factor : Mirco ATX
TSize (Max.) : 244mm x 244mm
Memory
TMemory Type : DDRII 1.8V unbuffered SDRAM module support
TNo. of Channel (Dual/Signal) : Dual channel should be enabled always when plug-in 2 same
NOTE: The BIOS can be overwritten/upgraded by using the flash utility.
BIOS Hotkey List
HotkeyFunctionDescription
DeleteEnter BIOS Setup UtilityPress while the system is booting to
enter BIOS Setup Utility.
Main Board Major Chips
Item Controller
NorthBridgeIntel 946GZ
SourthBridgeIntel ICH7DH
AGP controllerIntel 946GZ
Super I/O controllerITE8718
Audio controllerALC888
LAN controllerIntel 82573L
HDD controllerICH7DH
Keyboard controllerITE8718
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System Memory
ItemSpecification
Memory slot number2 slot
Support memory size per socket256MB to 1GB
Support maximum memory size2GB
Support memory typeDDR2 SDRAM
Support memory interfaceDDR2 667/533
Support memory voltage 1.8V
Support memory module package240-pin DIMM
Support to parity check feature Yes
Support to Error Correction Code (ECC)
feature
Memory module combinationsYou can install memory modules in any combination as
NOTE: Dual channel should be enabled always when plug-in 2 same memory size DDRII memory module.
Cache Memory
ItemSpecification
First-Level Cache Configurations
Cache function controlEnable/Disable by BIOS Setup
Second-Level Cache Configurations
L2 Cache RAM typePBSRAM
L2 Cache RAM sizeup to 1MB per core(exclusive)
L2 Cache RAM speed One-half the processor core clock frequency
L2 Cache function controlEnable/Disable by BIOS Setup
L2 Cache scheme Fixed in write-back
ECC checking with double-bit detect and single-bit
correct
long as they match the specifications.
Video Interface
Item Specification
Video controllerIntel ICH7DH
Video controller resident busPCIE
Video Interfacex16
AGP Slot 1
Audio Interface
ItemSpecification
Audio controllerICH7DH
Audio controller TypeAC’97, ALC888
Audio Channel7.1ch
Audio function control Enable/disable by BIOS Setup
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Audio Interface
ItemSpecification
Mono or stereo Stereo
Resolution support up to 24 bit
Compatibility Sound Blaster Pro/16 compatible
Mixed digital and analog high performance chip
Enhanced stereo full duplex operation
High performance audio accelerator and AC’97 support
Full native DOS games compatibility
Virtual FM enhances audio experience through real-time FM-to-
Wavetable conversion
MPU-401(UART mode) interface for wavetable synthesizers and
MIDI devices
Integrated dual game port
Meets AC’97and WHQL specifications
Music synthesizer Yes, internal FM synthesizer
Sampling rate DACs: 44.1k/48k/96k/192k Hz
ADCs: 44.1k/48k/96k Hz
MPU-401 UART support Yes
Microphone jack Supported
Headphone jack Supported
IDE Interface
Item Specification
IDE controllerIntel ICH7DH
IDE controller resident busPCI bus
Number of IDE channel 1
Support IDE interface E-IDE (up to PIO mode-4 and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/133), ANSIS
ATA rev.3.0 ATAPI
Support bootable CD-ROM Yes
Floppy disk drive Interface
Item Specification
Floppy disk drive controllerITE8718
Floppy disk drive controller resident
bus
Support FDD formatshould support 1.44MB/3mode 3.5” Devices
LPC bus
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Parallel Port
ItemSpecification
Parallel port controllerITE8718
Parallel port controller resident busISA bus
Number of parallel ports1
Support ECP/EPP Bi-directional SPP / ECP / EPP V1.7&V1.9
Connector type25-pin D-type female connector
Parallel port function controlEnable/disable by BIOS Setup
Operating (unpacked)5 ~ 500 Hz:2.20g RMS random, 10 minutes per axis in all 3 axes
5 ~500 Hz: 1.09g RMS random, 1 hour per axis in all 3 axes
Power Management
Devices
Power ButtonEnabledEnabledEnabledDisabled
S1
(Idle)
S3
(Suspend to
RAM)
S4
(Suspend to
DIsk)
S5
(Shut Down)
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Power Management
Devices
USB Keyboard EnabledEnabledDisabledN/A
LANDisabledDisabledDisabledDisabled
RTCDisabledEnabledDisabledDisabled
Modem (Ring)DisabledDisabledDisabledN/A
S1
(Idle)
S3
(Suspend to
RAM)
S4
(Suspend to
DIsk)
S5
(Shut Down)
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Power Management Function (ACPI support function)
Device Standby Mode
TIndependent power management timer for hard disk drive devices
(0-15 minutes, time step=1 minute).
THard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface).
TDisable V-sync to control the VESA DPMS monitor.
TResume method: device activated (Keyboard for DOS, keyboard & mouse for Windows).
TResume recovery time: 3-5 sec.
Global Standby Mode
TGlobal power management timer (2-120 minutes, time step=10 minute).
THard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface).
TDisable H-sync and V-sync signals to control the VESA DPMS monitor.
TResume method: Return to original state by pushing external switch button, modem ring in,
keyboard and mouse for APM mode.
TResume recovery time: 7-10 sec.
Suspend Mode
TIndependent power management timer (2-120 minutes, time step=10 minutes) or pushing external
switch button.
TCPU goes into SMM.
TCPU asserts STPCLK# and goes into the Stop Grant State.
TLED on the panel turns amber colour.
THard disk drive goes into SLEEP mode (for ATA standard interface).
TDisable H-sync and V-sync signals to control the VESA DPMS monitor.
TUltra I/O and VGA chip go into power saving mode.
TResume method: Return to original state by pushing external switch button, modem ring in,
keyboard and mouse for APM mode.
TReturn to original state by pushing external switch button, modem ring in and USB keyboard for
ACPI mode.
ACPI
TACPI specification 1.0b.
TS0, S1, S3 and S5 sleep state support.
TOn board device power management support.
TOn board device configuration support.
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System Utilities
About the Setup Utility
The computer uses the latest Award BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the
main board contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the main board BIOS.
The BIOS Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system
parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the
power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in
CMOS.
The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:
THard drives, diskette drives and peripheral
TVideo display type and display options
TPassword protection from unauthorized use
TPower Management features
The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before using the Setup Utility, ensure
that you understand the Setup Utility options.
The Standard Configuration
A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this
chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.
This Setup Utility should be used:
Twhen changing the system configuration
Twhen a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility
Twhen trying to revolve IRQ conflicts
Twhen making changes to the Power Management configuration
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Entering the Setup Utility
When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self-Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of
built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message
appears: Press DEL to enter SETUP
Press the delete key to have access to the BIOS Setup Utility.
NOTE: If the message disappears before you respond and you still want to enter Setup, restart the system by
turning it OFF and On. You may also restart the system by simultaneously pressing [Ctrl + Alt + Delete].
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Standard CMOS Features
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Advanced BIOS Features
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Advanced Chipset Features
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Integrated Peripherals
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Power Management Setup
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PnP/PCI Configurations
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Esc: Quit
F10: Save & Exit Setup
BIOS Navigation Keys
The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:
TESC: Exits the current menu.
T: Scrolls through the items on a menu.
T+/-/PU/PD: Modifies the selected field’s values.
TF10: Saves the current configuration and exits setup.
TF1: Displays a screen that describes all key functions.
TF5: Loads previously saved values to CMOS.
TF7: Loads an optimum set of values for peak performance.
PC Health Status
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Frequency/Voltage Control
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Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
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Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...
: Select Item
Using BIOS
When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu will appear. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list
of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which options is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow
keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing
<Enter>.
Some options lead to pop-up dialog box that prompt you to verify that you want to execute that option. Other
options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.
Some options (marked with a triangle) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for that option.
Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu.
In this chapter, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a triangle.
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Product Information
This option displays basic information about the system.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Product Information
Product NameAspire/M5600/AM3600
System S/N
Main Board IDE946GZ
Main Board S/N
System BIOS VersionR01-A1
SMBIOS Version2.4
BIOS Release DateApr 30, 2007
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TProduct Names: Displays the model name of your system.
TSystem S/N: Displays your system’s serial number.
TMain Board ID: Displays the ID number of the main board.
TMain Board S/N: Displays the serial number of the main board.
TSystem BIOS Version: Specifies the version of the BIOS utility.
TSMBIOS Version: The System Management Interface (SM) BIOS allows you to check your
Item Help
Menu Level
f
system hardware components without actually opening your system. Hardware checking is done
via software during start up. This parameter specifies the version of the SMBIOS utility installed in
your system.
TBIOS Release Date: Displays the BIOS latest release date.
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Standard CMOS Features
Select Standard CMOS Features from the main menu to configure some basic parameters in your system.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Standard CMOS Features
Date (mm:dd:yy)
Time (hh:mm:ss) 9 : 33 : 26
f
IDE Channel 0 Master[ None]
f
IDE Channel 0 Slave[LITE-ON DVD SOHD-16F]
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IDE Channel 1 Master[ None]
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IDE Channel 1 Slave[ None]
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IDE Channel 2 Master[ST3160612AS]
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IDE Channel 2 Slave[ None]
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IDE Channel 3 Master[ None]
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IDE Channel 3 Slave[ None]
Video[EGA/VGA]
Halt On[
Base Memory 640K
Extended Memory65535K
Total Memory 1024K
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TDate and Time: This item shows the current date and time set on the computer. If you are running
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
Sun, Jan 1 2006
All , But Keyboard]
Item Help
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Change the day, month,
year and century
f
a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the
Windows Date and Time Properties utility.
TIDE Devices (none): Your computer has one IDE channel and can be installed with one or two
devices (Master and Slave). Use this item to configure each device on the IDE channel. This main
board features four SATA connectors supporting four SATA drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA
(Advanced Technology Attachment), the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are
currently used in most PCs.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
IDE Channel 0 Maser
IDE HDD Auto-Detection[Press Enter]
IDE Channel 0 Master[Auto]
Access Mode[Auto]
Capacity0 MB
Cylinder0
Head0
Precomp0
Landing Zone0
Sector0
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: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
Item Help
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To auto-detect the
HDD’s size, head... on
this channel
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TIDE HDD Auto-Detection: Press <Enter> while this item is highlighted to prompt the Setup
Utility to automatically detect and configure an IDE device on the IDE channel.
NOTE: Press <Enter> while this item is highlighted to prompt the Setup Utility to automatically detect and
configure an IDE device on the IDE channel.
TIDE Channel 0/1/2/3 Master/Slave IDE/Extended IDE Drives (Auto): Leave this item Auto to
enable the system to automatically detect and configure IDE devices on the channel. If it fails
to find a device, change the value to Manual and then manually configure the drive by
entering the properties of the drive in the items described below. Please note that if you
choose IDE channel 2/3 Master, the item may change to Extended IDE drive.
TAccess Mode: This item defines ways that can be used to access IDE hard disks such as
LBA (Large Blocking Addressing). Leave this value Auto and the system will automatically
decide the fastest way to access the hard disk drive. If you choose IDE channel 2/3 Master,
the item only has Large and Auto.
TVideo (EGA/VGA): This item defines the video mode of the system. This main board has a built-in
VGA graphics system. You must leave this item at the default value.
THalt On (All but Keyboard): This item defines the operation of the system POST (Power-On Self-
Test) routine. You can use this item to select which types of errors in the POST are sufficient to
halt the system.
TBase Memory, Extended Memory, and Total Memory: This items are automatically detected by
the system at start up time. These are display-only fields. You can not make changes to these
fields.
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Advanced BIOS Features
The following screen shows the Advanced BIOS Features.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Advanced BIOS Features
CPU Feature[Press Enter]
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Hard Disk Boot Priority[Press Enter]
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Virus Warning[Disabled]
CPU L1 & L2 Cache[Enabled]
CPU L3 Cache [Enabled]
Quick Power On Self Test[Enabled]
First Boot Device[N/A]
Second Boot Device[Hard Disk]
Third Boot Device[CDROM]
Boot Other Device[Enabled]
Boot Up NumLock Status[On]
Gate A20 Option[Fast]
Typematic Rate Setting[Disabled]
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec06
x
Typematic Delay (Msec)250
x
Security Option[Setup]
APIC Mode[Enabled]
MPS Version Control For OS[1.4]
OS Select For DRAM > 64MB[Non-OS2]
HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability [Diasabled]
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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TCPU Features (Press Enter): Please note that this function is only available for Prescott CPUs.
Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
CPU Feature
Thermal ManagementThermal Monitor 1
Delay Prior to Thermal[16 Min]
Limit CPUID MaxVal[Disabled]
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)[Auto]
Execute Disable Bit[Enabled]
Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) Tech. [Enabled]
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
Item Help
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TDelay Prior to Thermal (16 Min): This item enables you to set the delay time before the CPU
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enters auto thermal mode.
TThermal Management (Thermal Monitor 1): This item displays CPU’s temperature and
enables you to set a safe temperature to Prescott CPU.
TTM2 Bus Ratio (12X): This item represents the frequency (bus ratio) of the throttled
performance state that will be initiated when the on-die sensor goes from not hot to hot.
TTMS Bus VID (1.2000V): This item represents the voltage of the throttled performance state
that will be initiated when the on-die sensor goes from not hot to hot.
TLimit CPUID MaxVal (Disabled): This item can support Prescott CPUs for old OS. Please
note that under NT4.0, it must be set Enabled while under WinXP, it must be set Disabled.
TExecute Disable Bit (Enabled): This item is a security feature that helps you protect your
CPU and operating system against malicious software executing code. This item is available
when CPU supports the feature.
THard Disk Boot Priority (Press Enter): Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following
screen.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Hard Disk Boot Priority
1. Ch2 M.: ST3160812AS
2. Bootable Add-in Cards
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Use < > or < > to
ff
m
n
select a device, then
press <+> to move it
up, or <-> to move it
down the list. Press
<ESC> to exit this
menu.
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TVirus Warning (Disabled): This item is used to enable or disable virus warning function.
TCPU L1 & L2 Cache (Enabled): All processors that can be installed in this main board use internal
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
level 1 (L1) and external level 2 (L2) cache memory to improve performance. Leave this item at the
default value for better performance.
THyper-Threading Technology (Enabled): This item is only available when the chipset supports
Hyper-Threading and you are using a Hyper-Threading CPU.
TQuick Power On Self Test (Enabled): Enable this item to shorten the power on testing (POST)
and have your system start up faster. You might like to enable this item after you are confident that
your system hardware is operating smoothly.
TFirst/Second/Third Boot Device (Floppy/Hard Disk/CD ROM): Use these three items to select
the priority and order of the devices that your system searches for an operating system at start-up
time.
TBoot Other Device (Enabled): When enabled, the system searches all other possible locations
for an operating system if it fails to find one in the devices specified under the First, Second and
Third boot devices.
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TBoot Up NumLock Status (On): This item defines if the keyboard NumLock key is active when
your system is started.
TGate A20 Option (Fast): This item defined how the system handles legacy software that was
written for an earlier generation of processors. Leave this item at the default value.
TTypematic Rate Setting (Disabled): If this item is enabled, you can use the following two items to
set the typematic rate and the typematic delay settings for your keyboard.
TTypematic Rate (Chars/Sec): Use this item to define how many characters per second are
generated by held-down key.
TTypematic Delay (Msec): Use this item to define how many milliseconds must elapse before
a held-down key begins generating repeat characters.
TSecurity Option (Setup): If you have installed password protection, this item defines if the
password is required at system start up, or if it is only required when a user tries to enter the Setup
Utility.
TAPIC Mode (Enable): This item allows you to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced
Programmable Interrupt Controller) mode. APIC provides symmetric multi-processing (SMP) for
systems, allowing support for up to 60 processors.
TMPS Version Control For OS (1.4): This item displays MPS version control for OS.
TOS Select For DRAM > 64MB (Non-OS2): This item is only required if you have installed more
than 64MB of memory and you are running the OS/2 operating system. Otherwise, leave this item
at the default.
THDD S.M.A.R.T Capability (Disabled): When you enable HDD SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis
and Reporting Technology) Capability, these new BIOSes will automatically check the hard disk’s
SMART status at boot-up.
TReport No FDD For WIN 95 (Disabled): Set this item to the default if you are running a system
with no floppy drive and using Windows 95. This ensures compatibility with the Window 95 logo
certification.
TSilent Boot (Enabled): If enabled, BIOS will show a full screen logo at boot. If disabled, BIOS will
set the initial display mode to BIOS and show the diagnostic POST screen at boot.
TSmall Logo (EPA) Show (Disabled): This item enabled or disables the display of the EPA logo
during boot.
TConfiguration Table (Disabled): Use this item to show summary screen.
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Advanced Chipset Features
These items define critical timing parameters of the main board. You should leave the items on this page at
their default values unless you are very familiar with the technical specifications of your system hardware. If
you change the values incorrectly, you may introduce fatal errors or recurring instability into your system.
TSystem BIOS Cacheable (Enable): This item allows the system to be cached in memory for
TVideo BIOS Cacheable (Disabled): This item aims to further boost the performance of a
TMemory Hole At 15M-16M (Disable): In order to improve performance, certain space in memory
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
faster execution. Enable this item for better performance.
shadowed video BIOS by caching it using the processor’s Level 2 cache.
can be reserved for ISA cards. This memory must be mapped into the memory space below
16MB.
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TPCI Express Root Port Func (Press Enter): Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the
following screen.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
PCI Express Root Port Func
PCI Express Port 1[Auto]
Item Help
PCI Express Port 2[Auto]
PCI Express Port 3[Auto]
PCI Express Port 4[Auto]
Menu Level
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PCI Express Port 5[Auto]
PCI Express Port 6[Auto]
PCI-E Compliancy Mode[v1.0a]
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TPEG/Onchip VGA Control (Auto): This item allows you to control the PEG or on-chip VGA.
TOn-Chip Frame Buffer Size (8MB): This item controls the amount of system memory that is
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TPCI-E Compliancy Mode (1.0a): This item allows you to select the PCI-E Compliancy mode.
allocated to the integrated graphics processor when the system boots up.
TDVMT Mode (DVMT): this item allows you to select the DVMT operating mode.
TPEG/On-chip VGA Control (128MB): This item allows you to adjust the shared memory size.
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Integrated Peripherals
These options display items that define the operation of peripheral components on the system’s input/output
ports.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Integrated Peripherals
OnChip IDE Device[Press Enter]
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Onboard Device[Press Enter]
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SuperIO Device[Press Enter]
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TOnChip IDE Device (Press Enter): Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
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screen.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
OnChip IDE Device
IDE HDD Block Mode[Enabled]
IDE DMA transfer access[Enabled]
On-Chip Primary PCI IDE[Enabled]
IDE Primary Master PIO[Auto]
IDE Primary Slave PIO[Auto]
IDE Primary Master UDMA[Auto]
IDE Primary Slave UDMA[Auto]
On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE[Enabled]
IDE Secondary Master PIO[Auto]
IDE Secondary Slave PIO[Auto]
IDE Secondary Master UDMA[Auto]
IDE Secondary Slave UDMA[Auto]
*** On-Chip Serial ATA Setting ***
SATA Mode AHCI
OnChip Serial ATA[Enabled]
x
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TIDE HDD Block Mode (Enabled): If your IDE hard drive supports block mode, select Enabled
Item Help
Menu Level
If your IDE hard drive
supports block mode
select Enabled for
automatic detection of
the optimal number of
block read/writes per
sector the drive can
support
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for automatic detection of the optimal number of block read/write per sector that the drive can
support.
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TIDE DMA transfer access (Enabled): This item allows you to enable the transfer access of
the IDE DMA then burst onto the PCI bus and nonburstable transactions do not.
TOnChip Primary/Secondary PCI IDE (Enabled): Use these items to enable or disable the
PCI IDE channels that are integrated on the main board.
TPrimary/Secondary Master/Slave UltraDMA (Auto): Enable this item if you plan to use a
mouse connected through the USB port in a legacy operating system (such as DOS) that
does not support Plug and Play.
TOnChip Serial ATA (Enabled): Use this item to enable or disable the on-chip serial ATA.
TOnboard Device (Press Enter): Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Onboard Device
USB Controller[Enabled]
Item Help
USB 2.0 Support[Enabled]
USB Keyboard Support[Disabled]
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USB Mouse Support[Disabled]
Onboard Audio Device[Enabled]
Onboard IEEE1394 Controller[Enabled]
Onboard GLAN Device[Enabled]
Onboard Lan Boot ROM[Enabled]
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TUSB Controller (Enabled): Enables or disables the onboard USB controller. We recommend
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
users keep the default value. It might cause the USB devices not to work properly if you
disable this item.
TUSB 2.0 Support (Enabled): This item enables or disables the onboard USB 2.0 controller.
TUSB Keyboard Support (Disabled): Enable this item if you want to use a keyboard
connected through the USB port in a legacy operating system (such as Dos) that does not
support Plug and Play.
TUSB Mouse Support (Enabled): Enable this item if you want to use a mouse connected
through the USB port in a legacy operating system (such as DOS) that does not support Plug
and Play.
TOnboard Audio Device (Enabled): Use this item to enable or disable the onboard audio
device.
TOnboard IEEE 1394 Controller (Enabled): This item allows you to control the onboard IEEE
1394 controller.
TOnboard GLAN Device (Enabled): Use this item to enable or disable the onboard GLAN
device.
TOnboard Lan Boot ROM (Enabled): Use this item to enable or disable the booting from the
onboard LAN or a network add-in card with a remote boot TOM installed.
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TSuper IO Device (Press Enter): Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Onboard Serial Port 1[3F8/IRQ4]
Onboard Serial Port 2[2F8/IRQ3]
Onboard Parallel Port[378/IRQ7]
Parallel Port Mode[SPP]
ECP Mode Use DMA 3
x
CIR Port Address [Disabled]
x
CIR Port IRQ 11
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TOnboard FDC Controller (Enabled): Select Enabled if your system has a floppy disk
Super IO Device
Item Help
Menu Level
ff
controller (FDC) installed on the main board. If you install an add-in FDC or the system has no
floppy drive, select Disabled in this field.
TOnboard Serial Port 1/2 (3F8/IRQ4/2F8/IRQ3): These options are used to assign the I/O
address and interrupt request (IRQ) for onboard serial port 1 and port 2.
TOnboard Parallel Port (378/IRQ7): This option is used to assign the I/O address and
interrupt request (IRQ) for the onboard parallel port.
TParallel Port Mode (SSP): Enables you to set the data transfer protocol for your parallel port.
There are four options: SPP (Standard Parallel Port), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP
(Extended Capabilities Port), and ECP + EPP.
TECP Mode Use DMA (3): When the onboard parallel port is set to ECP mode, the parallel port
can use DMA 3/1.
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Power Management Setup
3
3
3
This option lets you control system power management. The system has various power-saving modes
including powering down the hard disk, turning off the video, suspending on RAM, and software power down
that allows the system to be automatically resumed by certain events.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Power Management Setup
f
PCI Express PM Function [Press Enter]
ACPI Function[Enabled]
ACPI Suspend Type[S3(STR)]
Run VGABIOS if S3 Resume[Auto]
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN[Delay 4 Sec.]
Resume by PCI PME[Enabled]
Resume by Ring[Enabled]
S3 resume by USB devices[Enabled]
Resume By PS2 MS (S3)[Enabled]
Resume by PS2 KB (S3)[Enabled]
Power on After Power Fail[Former-Sts]
Resume by Alarm[Disabled]
Date (of Month) Alarm 0
x
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm 0: 0: 0
x
*** Reload Global Timer Events ***
Primary IDE 0 [Disabled]
Primary IDE 1 [Disabled]
Secondary IDE 0 [Disabled]
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TACPI Function (Enabled): Use this item to enable or disable the ACPI function.
TACPI Suspend Type (S3(STR)): Use this item to define how your system suspends. In the default,
2
2
2
f
f
Menu Level
Item Help
f
S3 (STR), the suspend mode is a suspend on RAM, i.e., the system shuts down with the exception
of a refresh current to the system memory.
TRun VGA BIOS if S3 Resume (Auto): This item allows the system to initialize the VGA BIOS from
S3 (Suspend on RAM) sleep state.
TPower Management (User Define): Use this item to enable or disable a power management
scheme. If you enable power management, you can use the items below to set the power
management operation.
TVideo Off Method: This item defines how the video is powered down to save power. This item is
set for DPMS (Display Power Management Software) by default.
TSuspend Type (Stop Grant): If this item is set to the default Stop Grant, the CPU will go into Idle
Mode during power saving power.
TModem Use IRQ (3): If you want an incoming call on a modem to automatically resume the
system from a power-saving mode, use this item to specify the interrupt request line (IRQ) that is
used by the modem. You might have to connect the fax/modem to the main board Wake On
Modem connector for the feature to work.
TSuspend Mode (Disabled): This item allows you to enable or disable the suspend mode.
THDD Power Down (Disabled): The IDE hard drive will spin down if it is not accessed within a
specified length of time.
TSoft-Off by PWR-BTTN (Instant-Off): Under ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power
Management Interface) you can create a software power down. In a software power down, the
system can be resumed by Wake Up Alarms. This item lets you install a software power down that
is controlled by the power button on your system. If the item is set for Instant-Off, then the power
button causes a software power down. If the item is set for Delay four Sec., then you have to hold
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the power button down for four seconds to cause a software power down.
TResume by PCI PME (Enabled): This item specifies whether the system will be awakened from
power-saving modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or
component is detected.
TResume by Ring(Enabled): An input signal on the serial Ring indicator (RI) line (in other words,
an incoming call on the modem) awakens the system from soft off state.
TS3 resume by USB devices (Disabled): This option allows the activity of the USB devices
(keyboard and mouse) to wake up the system from S3 sleep state.
TResume by PS2 MS/KS (S3) (Disabled): Enable or disable the function of waking up the system
by the mouse/keyboard activity.
TPower on After Power fail (Off): This item enables your computer to automatically restart or
return to its last operating status after power returns from a power failure.
TResume by Alarm (Disabled): When it is set to Enabled, additional fields become available and
you can set the data (day of the month), hour, minute and second to turn on your system. When it
is set to zero for the day of the month, the alarm will power on your system every day at the
specified time.
T**Reload Global Timer Events**: Global Timer (power management) events are I/O events
whose occurrence can prevent the system from entering a power saving mode or can awaken the
system from such a mode. In effect, the system remains alert for anything that occurs to a device
that is configured as Enabled, even when the system is in a power-down mode.
TPrimary/Secondary IDE 1/0 (Disabled): When these items are enabled, the system will restart
the power-saving timeout counters when any activity is detected on any of the drives or devices on
the primary or secondary IDE channels.
TFDD, COM, LPT Port (Disabled): When this item is enabled, the system will restart the power-
saving timeout counters when any activity is detected on the floppy disk drive, serial ports, or the
parallel port.
TPCI PIRQ[A-D]# (Disabled): When this item is enabled, any activity from one of the listed devices
wakes up the system.
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PnP/PCI Configurations
This options configure how PnP (Plug and Play) and PCI expansion cards operate in your system. Both the
ISA and PCI buses on the main board use system IRQs (Interrupt ReQuests) and DMAs (Direct Memory
Access). You must set the IRQ and DMA assignments correctly through the PnP/PCI Configurations Setup
utility for the main board to work properly. Selecting PnP/PCI Configurations on the main board program
screen displays this menu:
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
PnP/PCI Configurations
Init Display First[PCI Slot]
Item Help
Reset Configuration Data[Disabled]
Menu Level
f
Resources Controlled By[Auto(ESCD)]
X
IRQ ResourcesPress Enter
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop[Disabled]
Assign IRQ For USB[Auto]
INT Pin 1 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 2 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 3 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 4 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 5 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 6 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 7 Assignment[Auto]
INT Pin 8 Assignment[Auto]
** PCI Express relatvie items**
Maximum Payload Size[4096]
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TInit Display First (PCI Slot): This item allows you to choose the primary display card.
TReset Configuration Data (Disabled): If you enable this item and restart the system, any Plug
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
and Play configuration data stored in the BIOS Setup is cleared from memory.
TResources Controlled by (Auto (ESCD)): You should leave this item at the default Auto (ESCD).
Under this setting, the system dynamically allocates resources to Plug and Play devices as they
are required.
TIRQ Resources: In the IRQ Resources submenu, if you assign an IRQ to Legacy ISA, then
that Interrupt Request Line is reserved for a legacy ISA expansion card. Press <Esc> to close
the IRQ Resources submenu. In the Memory Resources submenu, use the first item
Reserved Memory Base to set the start address of the memory you want to reserve for the
ISA expansion card. Use the section item Reserved Memory Length to set the amount of
reserved memory. Press <Esc> to close the Memory Resources submenu.
TPCI/VGA Palette Snoop (Disabled): This item is designed to overcome problems that can be
caused by some non-standard VGA cards. This board includes a built-in VGA system that does
not require palette snooping so you must leave this item disabled.
TAssign IRQ for USB (Enabled): This item enables or disables IRQ allocation for the USB.
TINT Pin 1-8 Assignment (Auto): Identifies the interrupt request (IRQ) line assigned to a device
connected to the PCI interface of the system.
TMaximum Payload Size (4096): This item specifies the maximum TLP payload size for the PCI
Express devices. The unit is byte.
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PC Health Status
On the main boards that support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical
voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
PC Health Status
Smart Fan Control[Enabled]
Item Help
CPU Warning Temperature [70°C/158°F]
Vcore 1.20V
+3.3V 3.37V
Menu Level
f
+5V 4 .94V
+12V 11.45V
5V SB 4.94V
Current CPU Temperature 36°C
Current System Temperature 30°C
Current CPU fan Speed0 RPM
Current System fan Speed0 RPM
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: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TSmart Fan Control (Enabled): This item enables or disables the Smart fan function, when it is set
at certain temperature, the PWN value will reach the certain value accordingly, and we can adjust
the CPU fan speed by PWN.
TCPU Warning Temperature (70
of the system.
TSystem Component Characteristics: These field provide you with information about the
systems.
o
C/158oF): Enable you to manually set the warning temperature
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Frequency Control
This item enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system
bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system.
Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility
Frequency Control
CPU Clock Ratio[17X]
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1: General Help
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F5:Previous Values F7:Optimized Defaults
TCPU Clock Ratio (25X): Enables you to set the CPU clock.
Item Help
Menu Level
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Load Fail-Safe Defaults Option
This option opens a dialog box that lets you install fail-safe defaults to all appropriate items in the Setup Utility:
Press <Y> and the <Enter> to install the defaults. Press <N> and then <Enter> to not install the defaults. The
Fail-Safe defaults place no great demands on the system and are generally stable. If your system does not
function correctly, try to install the Fail-Safe Defaults as a first step for making your system work properly
again. If you only want to install Fail-Safe Defaults for a specific option, select and display that option, and then
press <F6>.
Load Optimized Defaults Option
This option opens a dialog box that lets you install optimized defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup
Utility. Press <Y> and then <Enter> to install the defaults. Press <N> and then <Enter> to not install the
defaults. The optimized defaults place demands on the system that may be greater than the performance level
of the components, such as the CPU and the memory. You can cause fatal errors or instability if you install the
optimized defaults when your hardware does not support them. If you only want to install setup defaults for a
specific option, select and display that option, and then press <F7>.
NOTE: Please remain the factory BIOS default setting of Load optimized Defaults when you install
Operation System onto the unit.
Set Supervisor/User Password
Type the password, up to eight characters and press <Enter>. The new password will clear any previously
entered password from CMOS memory. You will be asked to confirm the password. Type the new password
again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection.
To disable password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter password. A message will confirm
the password being disabled. Once the password is disabled, the system will boot and you can enter BIOS
Setup freely.
If you have selected System in Security Option of BIOS Features Setup menu, you will be prompted for the
password every time the system reboots or any time you try to enter BIOS Setup.
If you have selected Setup in Security Option from BIOS Features Setup menu, you will be prompted for the
password only when you enter BIOS Setup.
Supervisor Password has higher priority than User Password, You can use Supervisor Password when
booting the system or entering BIOS Setup to modify all settings. Also you can use User Password when
booting the system or entering BIOS Setup but can not modify any setting if Supervisor Password is enabled.
Save & Exit Setup
Highlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the
Setup Utility. When the Save and Exit dialog box appears, press <Y> to save and exit, or press <N> to return
to the main menu.
Exit without Saving
Highlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit
the Setup Utility. When the Exit without Saving dialog box appears, press <Y> to discard changes and exit, or
press <N> to return to the main menu.
NOTE: If you have made settings that you do not want to save, use the Exit with Saving item and press <Y>
to discard any changes you have made.
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Machine Disassembly and Replacement
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
TWrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge.
TWire cutter.
TPhillips screwdriver (may require different size).
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the
screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatches when putting back the components.
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General Information
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the disassenbly 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.
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Disassembly Procedure
This section tells you how to disassemble the system when you need to perform system service. Please also
refer to the disassembly video, if available.
CAUTION: Before you proceed, make sure you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it.
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1.Open the computer.
1-1. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface.
1-2. Release the Lock-handle then slide the left side door out.
Aspire 3600 Standard Disassembly Process
2.Disconnect the VGA&TV&MODEM card.
3.Disconnect the cables
3-1.Disconnect the front bezel LED cable.
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3-2.Disconnect the audio cables.
3-3.Disconnect the USB cable
3-4.Disconnect the card read cable
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3-5.Disconnect the PA and PD power-cable to the MB connector.
3-6.Disconnect P1 power cable and FDD data cable.
P1 power-cable
3-7.Disconnect the ODD power and data cable.
ODD data cableODD power-cable
FDDdata cable
3-8.Disconnect the HDD power and data cable.
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3-9. Disconnect the System Fan power-cable to the MB connector.
4.Disconnect the HDD
Rail the HDD-holder shown bellow, then take the HDD out from the chassis.
5.Release the three latches on the front bezel, then remove the front bezel.
6.Disconnect the ODD
Rail the ODD-holder shown bellow, then take the ODD out from the chassis
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7. Install the CPU Cooler.
7-1. Release the CPU cooler from the MB.
7-2. Release the CPU Cooler power-cable to the MB connector.
8.Release the memory.
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9.Remove the system FAN.
Release the four screws shown bellow then take off the fan.
10.Remove the CPU.
Release the CPU Latch on the Socket then remove the CPU.
11.Remove the motherboard
Release the eight screws shown bellow then take off the MB.
12.Remove the power-supply.
Release the four screws shown bellow then take off the Power-supply.
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1.Open the computer.
1-1. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface.
1-2. Release the Lock-handle then slide the left side door out.
Aspire 5600 Standard Disassembly Process
2.Disconnect the VGA&TV&MODEM card.
3.Disconnect the cables
3-1.Disconnect the front bezel LED cable.
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3-2.Disconnect the SPDIF cable.
3-3.Disconnect the audio cables.
3-4.Disconnect the USB cable
3-5.Disconnect the card read cable
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3-6.Disconnect the PA and PD power-cable to the MB connector.
3-7.Disconnect P1 power cable and FDD data cable.
P1 power-cable
FDDdata cable
3-8.Disconnect the ODD power and data cable.
ODD data cableODD power-cable
3-9.Disconnect the HDD power and data cable.
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3-10. Disconnect the System Fan power-cable to the MB connector.
4.Disconnect the HDD
Rail the HDD-holder shown bellow, then take the HDD out from the chassis.
5.Release the three latches on the front bezel, then remove the front bezel.
6.Disconnect the ODD
Rail the ODD-holder shown bellow, then take the ODD out from the chassis
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7. Install the CPU Cooler.
7-1. Release the CPU cooler from the MB.
7-2. Release the CPU Cooler power-cable to the MB connector.
8.Release the memory.
9.Remove the system FAN.
Release the four screws shown bellow then take off the fan.
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10.Remove the CPU.
Release the CPU Latch on the Socket then remove the CPU.
Release the eight screws shown bellow then take off the MB.
12.Remove the power-supply.
Release the four screws shown bellow then take off the Power-supply.
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Troubleshooting
Please refer to generic troubleshooting guide for trougleshooting information relating to following topics:
TPower-On Self-Test (POST)
TPOST Check Points
TPOST Error Messages List
TError Symptoms List
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Jumper and Connector Information
Main Board Placement
Chapter 5
#LabelDescription#LabelDescription
1CPU SocketLGA775 socket for Intel
CoreTM Duo / Pentium D /
Pentium 4 / Celeron D CPUs
21PCIEX16PCI Express x16 slot22SYS_FAN1System fan connector
23R_USB Front Panel USB header24ATA12V1Auxiliary 4-pin power
6IDE1Primary IDE channel
12CLR_CMOS1Clear CMOS jumper
connector
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Jumper Setting
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the main board.
Setting Jumper
Use the main board jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are
numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins.
IllustrationDescription
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When the jumper cap is placed on both
pins, the jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper cap, or place the jumper
cap on just one pin, the jumper is OPEN.
SHORT OPEN
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins 1 and 2 are SHORT.
2.Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN1.
3.Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the PANEL1.
4.Connect the standard power supply connector ATX 1.
5.Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V1.
CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Connector
PinSignal NameFunction
1GNDSystem Ground
2+12VPower +12V
3SenseSensor
4ControlCPU FAN control
NOTE: Please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W) at +12V.
SYS_FAN1: System Cooling Fan Connector
PinSignal NameFunction
1GNDSystem Ground
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SYS_FAN1: System Cooling Fan Connector
PinSignal NameFunction
2+12VPower +12V
3Sense Sensor
ATX1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1+3.3V13+3.3V
2+3.3V14-12V
3Ground15Ground
4+5V16PS_ON
5Ground17COM
6+5V18COM
7Ground19COM
8PWRGD20
9+5VSB21+5V
10+12V22+5V
11+12V23+5V
12+3.3V24Ground
-5V
ATX12V1: ATX 12V Power Connector
PinSignal Name
1Ground
2Ground
3+12V
4+12V
Front Panel Header
The front panel header (PANEL1) provides a standard set of switch and LED connectors commonly found on
ATX o r M i c r o ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:
IllustrationPinSignalFunctionPinSignalFunction
1HDD_LED(+)Hard disk LED(+)2Power LED (+)Power LED (+)
3HDD_LED(-)Hard disk LED(-)4Power LED (-)Power LED (-)
5Reset_SWReset ground6PWR_SWPower button
signal
7Reset_SWReset signal8PWR_SWPower button
ground
9RSVDReserved10KEYKey
11RSVDReserved12LAN LED(+)LAN LED(+)
13RSVDReserved14LAN LED(-)LAN LED(+)
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Connecting the Optional Devices
COM2: Onboard serial port header
PinSignal NameFunction
1DCDBData Carrier Detect
2SINBSerial Input
3SOUTBUART B Serial Output
4DTRBUART B Data Terminal
Ready
5GNDGround
6DSRBData Set Ready
7RTSBRART B Request to Send
8CTSBClear to Send
9RIRing Indicator
10KeyNo pin
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AUDIO2: Front Panel Audio Header
PinSignal Name
1PORT 1L
2GND
3PORT 1R
4PRESENCE#
5PORT 2R
6SENSE1_RETURN
7SENSE_SEND
8KEY
9PORT 2L
10SENSE2_RETURN
1394A1: Onboard IEEE 1394a header (optional)
PinSignal NamePinSignal Name
1TPA+6TPB-
2TPA1-7+12V
3GND8+12V
4GND9Key
5TPB+10GND
SATA1~4: Serial ATA connectors
PinSignal NamePinSignal Name
1Ground5RX-
2TX+6RX+
3TX-7Ground
4Ground
R_USB/USB3~4: Front Panel USB headers
PinSignal NameFunction
1USBPWR0Front panel USB power
2USBPWR1Front panel USB power
3USB_FP_P0-USB port 0 negative signal
4USB_FP_P1-USB port 1 negative signal
5USB_FP_P0+USB port 0 positive signal
6USB_FP_P1+USB port 1 positive signal
7GNDGround
8GNDGround
9Key No pin
10USB_FP_OC0Overcurrent signal
NOTE: Make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin
assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.
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SPDIF: SPDIF out header
PinSignal NameFunction
1+5VA5V analog Power
2KeyNo pin
3SPDIFSPDIF digital output
4GNDGround
CD_IN1: Auxiliary In Connector
PinSignal NameFunction
1AUX_RAUX In right channel
2GNDGround
3GNDGround
4AUX_LAUX In left channel
Rear I/O Panel Connectors
TPS2 Mouse: Use the PS/2 mouse port to connect a PS/2 pointing device.
TPS2 Keyboard: Use the PS/2 keyboard port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
TParallel Port (LPT1): Use LPT to connect printers or other parallel communication devices.
TSerial Port (COM1): Use the COM port to connect serial devices such as mice, fax, or modems.
TVGA Port: Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
TLAN Port (optional): Connect and RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the
network.
T1394a Port (optional): Use the 1394a port to connect any fireware device.
TUSB Ports: Use the USB ports to connect USB devices.
TAudio Ports: Use the audio jacks to connect audio devices The D port is for stereo line-in signal,
while the F port is for microphone in signal. This main board supports 8-channel audio devices that
correspond to the A, B, C, and E port respectively. In addition, all of the 3 ports, B, C, and E
provide users with both right and left channels individually.
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Chapter 6
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire M5600/M3600,
AcerPower M461/S461. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise
Authorization).
IMPORTANT: Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that 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 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 local FRU list provided by
your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
IMPORTANT: Please note that Acer Corporation sells only the parts listed in the following table. Please
be reminded that though some parts are disassembled in Chapter 3 for demonstration
purpose, Acer Corporation does not provide these parts.
NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or
regulations on how best to dispose it, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to
return it.You can access to the website for the latest Parts version http://aicsl.acer.com.tw/spl/
NOTE: The final version of SPL will be released later.