Acer Computers Aspire 5040 Aspire 5040 3040 Service Guide 8a0af9c

Aspire 3040/5040 Series
Service Guide

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Revision History
Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 3020/5020 service guide.
Date Chapter Updates
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Copyright
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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.
V
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 1
Features
Below is a brief summary of the computers many feature:
Platform and memroy
Aspire 3040 Series
Mobile AMD Sempron
TM
processor 2800+ to 3300+ or higher with 128/256 KB L2 cache
supporting AMD PowerNow!
TM
technology, and AMD HyperTransport
TM
technology
Aspire 5040 Series
AMD Turion
TM
64 ML-30/ML-32/ML-37/ML-40 processor at 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2 GHz or higher with 512
KB or 1MB of L2 cache, supporting AMD PowerNow!
TM
technology, and AMD HyperTransport
TM

technology
ATI RS482M and SB450 chipset
256/512 MB of DDR333 memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules
Display
15.4 WXGA Acer CrystalBriteTM clolor TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting
simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual display via Acer GridVista
TM
15.4 WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window
viewing on dual display via Acer GridVista
TM
15.0 XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 pixel resolution
16.7 million colors
ATI MOBILITY
TM
RADEON
TM
X1300 with 64 MB or above of external DDR VRAM, supporting ATI
HyperMemory
TM
with up to 512 MB of shared system memory
Microsoft
DirectX
9.0 and DualView

TM
support
MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability
Acer CinemaVision
TM
video technology (Acer Arcade)
Acer ClearVision
TM
video optimization technology (Acer Arcade)
Storage subsystem
40/60/80/100/120 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive
Optical drive options:
DVD-Dual double-layer drive
DVD/CD-RW combo drive
Input devices
88/89-key keyboard
Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button
Four easy-launch buttons
System Specifications
Chapter 1
2 Chapter 1
Two front-access LED-buttons:WLAN, Bluetooth
Audio
Audio system with two built-in speakers
MS-Sound compatible
Built-in microphone
Communication
Modem: 56K ITU V.90/V.92 modem with PTT approval; wake-on ring ready
LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready
WLAN: integrated Acer InviLink
TM
802.11g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
TM
solution, supporting Acer
SignalUp
TM
wireless technology
WPAN: integrated Bluetooth
Human-centric design and ergonomics

Rugged, yet extremely portable design
Stylish appearance
Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys
Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device
Internet 4-way scroll button
I/O Ports
PC Card slot (one Type II)
Four USB 2.0 ports
External display (VGA) port
Headphones/speaker/line-out jack
Microphone/line-in jack
Ethernet (RJ-45) port
Modem (RJ-11) port
DC-in jack for AC adaptor
Chapter 1 3
System Block Diagram
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Bolsena-E(AB2) Block Diagram
ISA ROM
RGB CRT
LVDS
CRT
LCD
ATA 133
M52P
LPC Bus / 33MHz
AZALIA
LPC I/F
HyperTransport
6.4GB/S 16b/8b
35W/25W
AMD CPU
DDR x2
200-PIN DDR SODIMM
KBC
KB3910
Touch
Pad
Int.
KB
ATI
SB450
ACPI 2.0
PCI
6xUSB 2.0
ATI
AGTL+ CPU I/F + UMA
CLK GEN
PCI-Express
x2
802.11a/b/g
Mini-PCI PCI Bus / 33MHz
PCB Layer Stackup
RS482M
34
35 35
29
17,18,19,20,21
11,12,13,14
4,5,6,7
3
49,50,51,52,53
16
15
ATI PCI Express x16
DDR 333/400
8,9,10
CP2211
1* Slot Cardbus
PCMCIA I/F
CB1410
ENE
26
PCMCIA
SLOT
Support
TypeII
PWR SW
25
26
IDT CV137
P
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DVD/
CD-RW
24
S
I
D
E
HDD
24
AZALIA
MDC Card
OP AMP
G1421
33 23
MODEM
Line In
MIC In
3
Line Out
33
10/100Mb
USB x 4
24
RJ11
CONN
CODEC
32
ALC883
Int. SPKR
33
PCI LAN
Realtek
RTL8110SBL
1000/100/10
RTL8100C
100/10
TXFM
31
RJ45
31
1000Mb
TXFM
31
L1: Signal 1
L2:VCC
L3: Signal 2
L4: Signal 3
L5: GND
L6: Signal 4
31
Thermal
& Fan
G792 23
30
36
XBUS
Project Code: 91.4G401.001
SATA
24
BlueTooth
miniUSB
23
Dummy when use 'UMA'
Dummy when use 'DIS'
Dummy when use '10/100'
Dummy when use 'GIGA'
Dummy when use 'SATA'
Dummy when use 'IDE' LEDs 16
BUTTONs 33
RTC BAT. 17
See 'TEXT' in 0MEMO or 1MEMO property in component
Power Block Diag -> Page 40
REVISION: 05236-SB
RICOH
R5C832
1394
CardReader
MS/MS Pro/xD/
MMC/SD 5 i n 1
1394
CONN
27,28
28
28
NS SIO
PC87381
37
TFDU6102
37
FIR
16
tv
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Board Layout
Top View
1 (LCD1) LCD cable connector 8 (BAT1) Battary-in jack
2 (MIC1) Microphone connector 9 (U32) Keyboard controller
3 (LID1) Lid switch cable connector 10 (U4) Audio codec
4 (BLUE1) Bluetooth module connector 11 (SPK1) Speaker set cable connector
5 (KB1) Keyboard connector 12 (PC1) PC card slot
6 (SW1) Switch 13 (RTC1) RTC battery connector
7 (TPAD1) Touchpad connector
Chapter 1 5
Bottom View
1 (DC1) AC-In jack 12 (U62) CPU Socket
2 (LAN1) RJ45+RJ11 port 13 (FAN1) System fan connector
3 (USB1) USB port 14 (USB2) USB port
4 (MDCW1) Modem board cable connector 15 (USB3) USB port
5 Modem board connector 16 (USB4) USB port
6 (U52) LAN Controller (Realtek8110SBL) 17 (DDR1) Dimm slot 1
7 (U55) South bridge 18 (DDR2) Dimm slot 2
8 (ODD1) ODD module connector 19 (U79) Cardbus controller
9 (MIN1) Mini PCI slot 20 (HDD1) HDD connector
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Switch Settings
SW1 locates on the top side. Please see the top view No.6. See the picture below for enlarged image.
IMPORTANT:Please ignor the switch description on the main board. The description may not be accurate.
Please see the table below for swtich settings you need.
10 (U54) VGA chipset 21 (LIN1) Line-in jack
11 (U61) North bridge 22 (LOUT1) Line-out jack
Switch Function
SW1-1 No Function
Chapter 1 7
SW1-2 Check Password (Bypass Setup password
and power on password)
SW1-3 No Function
Note: The keyboard cable can connect
directly to the keyboard controller. Two
pins of the keyboard cable are reserved
to keyboard-keyboard controller signals.
Therefore, you do not need to switch the
switch as you change the keyboard to
other language. For example, when you
need to change English keyboard to
French keyboard. You do not need to
switch the switch before/after you
chagne the keyboard.
SW1-4 No Function
Switch Function
8 Chapter 1
An Aspire tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer.
Front View
# Icon Item Description
1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display),
displays computer output.
2 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
3 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
4 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
5 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which
functions like a computer mouse.
6 Click buttons (left,
center and right)
The left and right buttons function like the
left and right mouse buttons; the center
button serves as a 4-way scroll button.
7 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used
programs.
8 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on
and off to show the status of the
computers function and components.
9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for our hands
when you use the computer.

Chapter 1 9
Closed Front View
1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio
output.
2
Bluetooth

communication button/
indicator
Enables/disables the Bluetooth function.
Indicates the status of Bluetooth communi-
cation.
3 Wireless
communication button/
indicator
Enables/disables the wireless function.
Indicates the status of wireless LAN
communications.
4 Microphone/Line-in
jack
Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio
CD player, stereo walkman).
5 Headphones/speaker/
line-out jack
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones).
6 Battery indicator
Lights when the battery is being charged
7 Power indicator
Lights when the computer is on.
8 Latch Locks and releases the lid.
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Left View
Right View
1 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even
after prolonged use.
2 Three USB 2.0 ports Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB
mouse, USB camera).
3 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.
4 PC Card slot eject
button
Ejects the PC Card from the slot.
1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs
(slot-load or tray load depending on
model).
2 Optical disk access
indicator
Lights up when the optical drive is active.
3 Optical drive eject
button
Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs
depending on the optical drive type.
Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the
computer is turned off.
Chapter 1 11
Rear Panel
Bottom Panel
1 Security Keylock Connects toa Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
2 Power jack Connects to an AC adaptor.
3 Modem jack (RJ-11) Connects to a phone line.
4 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-
based network.
5 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB
mouse, USB camera).
6 External display port Connects a display device (e.g., external
monitor, LCD projector).
7 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even
after prolonged use.
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Indicators
The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the
front panel.
The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is
closed.
# Item Description
1 Wireless LAN bay Houses the computers wireless LAN.
2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place.
3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
4 Battery bay Houses the computers battery pack.
5 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening
of the fan.
6 Memory and hard disk
bay
Houses the computers main memory and
hard disk (secured by a screw).
Icon Function Description
Cap lock Lights when Cap Lock is activated
Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated.
Media Activity Indicates when the hard disc or optical
drive is active.
Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth
communication.
Chapter 1 13
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows
green when in AC mode.
Launch Keys
Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. The
are: mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering key and one user-programmable button.
Press to ru the Acer eManager. Please see Acer eManager. The mail and Web buttons are pre-set to
email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys,
run the Acer Launch Manager.
Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN
communication.
Power Lights up when the computer is on.
Battery Lights up when the battery is being
charged.
Launch key Default application
Mail Email application (user-programmable)
Web browser Internet browser (user-programmable)
Acer eManager (user-programmable)
P User-programmable
Icon Function Description
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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 across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest
provides optimum comfort and support.
Touchpad Basics
The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:
Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.
Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and
execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.
Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button.
Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button
mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.
Function Left Button (1)
Right Button
(4)
Main touchpad
(2)
Center button (3)
Execute Click twice
quickly
Tap twice (at
the same speed
as double-
clicking the
mouse button)
Select Click once Tap once
Chapter 1 15
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 touchpads responsiveness.
Drag Click and hold,
then use finger
to drag the
cursor on the
touchpad
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.
Access context
menu
Click once
Scroll Click and hold to move
up/down/left/right.
Function Left Button (1)
Right Button
(4)
Main touchpad
(2)
Center button (3)
16 Chapter 1
Using the Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and
twelve function keys.
Lock Keys and embedded mumeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
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.
Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Lock Key Description
Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed
are in uppercase.
Num lock
<Fn>+<F11>
When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in
numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator
(complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /).
Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric
data entry. A better solution would be to connect an
external keypad.
Scroll lock
<Fn>+<F12>
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up
or down when you press the up or down arrow keys
respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some
applications.
Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off
Number keys on embedded
keypad
Type numbers in a normal
manner.
Cursor-control keys on
embedded keypad
Hold <Shift> while using
cursor-control keys.
Hold <Fn> while using
cursor-control keys.
Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing
letters on embedded
keypad.
Type the letters in a normal
manner.
Chapter 1 17
Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computers controls like sreen
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Key Icon Description
Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as
clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the
Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to
provide a variety of function:
+ <Tab> Activates next taskbar button.
+ <E> Opens the My Computer window
+ <F1> Opens Help and Support.
+ <F> Opens the Find: All Files dialog box.
+ <R> Opens the Run dialog box.
+ M Minimizes all windows.
<Shift>+ + <M> Undoes the minimize all windows
action.
Application
key
This key has the same effect as clicking the right
mouse button; it opens the applications context
menu.
Hot Key Icon Function Description
Fn-F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.
Fn-F2 Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager.
Fn-F3 Acer
ePowerManagement
Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer
eManager.
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Special Key
You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.
To type:
Fn-F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both.
Fn-F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
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.
Fn-y Volume down Decreases the speaker volume.
Fn-x Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Fn-z Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness
Hot Key Icon Function Description
Chapter 1 19
The Euro symbol
1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either directly press the <Euro> symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then
press the<5> symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.
The US dollar sign
1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Either directly press the <Dollar> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift> and then press
the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.
NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
20 Chapter 1
Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor
Item Specification
CPU type Aspire 3020 Series
Mobile AMD Sempron
TM
processor 2600+/3000+ or higher with 128 KB L2
cache, or
Mobile AMD Sempron
TM
processor 2800+/3100+ or higher with 256 KB L2
cacher
Aspire 5020 Series
AMD Turion
TM
64 ML-28/ML-32 processor at 1.6/1.8 GHz or higher with
128 KB L1 cache and 512 KB L2 cache, or
AMD Turion
TM
64 ML-30/ML-34/ML-37/ML-40 processor at 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2
GHz or higher with 128 KB L1 cache and 1MB L2 cache
Core logic ATI RS480M+ ATI SB400
CPU package Intel socketable 478pin Micro-BGA
CPU core voltage 1.308V (highest frequency mode) to 0.956V (low frequency mode)
0.748V (deeper sleep mode)
BIOS
Item Specification
BIOS vendor Phneoix
BIOS Version 3A03
BIOS ROM type SST 39SF040A, 512KX8 CMOS Boot Block Flash Memory
BIOS ROM size 512KB
BIOS package 32-pin PLCC
Supported protocols ACPI 1.0b, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, IEEE1284-ECP/EPP, PCI 2.2, PnP
1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, USB 2.0, VGA BIOS, CD-ROM
bootable, IEEE 1394
BIOS password control Set by setup manual
Second Level Cache
Item Specification
Cache controller Built-in CPU
Cache size 128KB/256KB for Aspire 3020 Series
512KB/1MB for Aspire 5020 Series
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 AMD CPU built-in
Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory)
DIMM socket number 2 sockets
Supports memory size per socket 1024MB
Supports maximum memory size 2G (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module)
Supports DIMM type DDR Synchronous DRAM
Supports DIMM Speed 333 MHz
Chapter 1 21

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.

Supports DIMM voltage 2.5V and 1.25V
Supports DIMM package 200-pin soDIMM
Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they
match the above specifications.
Memory Combinations
Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory
0MB 128MB 128MB
0MB 256MB 256MB
0MB 512MB 512MB
0MB 1024MB 1024MB
128MB 128MB 256MB
128MB 256MB 384MB
128MB 512MB 640MB
1284MB 1024MB 1152MB
256MB 128MB 384MB
256MB 256MB 512MB
256MB 512MB 768MB
256MB 1024MB 1280MB
512MB 128MB 640MB
512MB 256MB 768MB
512MB 512MB 1024MB
512MB 1024MB 1536MB
1024MB 0MB 1024MB
1024MB 128MB 1125MB
1024MB 256MB 1280MB
1024MB 512MB 1536MB
1024MB 1024MB 2048MB
LAN Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Realtek RTC8110SBL(10/100/1000M) ; RTL8100C(10/100M)
Supports LAN protocol 10/100/1000Mbps
LAN connector type RJ45
LAN connector location Rear side
Features Integrated 10/100 BASE-T transceiver
Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0
PCI v2.2
IR Interface
Item Specification
Part name VISHAY TFU6102F
Package 8-pin SMT type
System Memory
Item Specification
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Performance 4Mbit/s
Compliant IrDA 1.1
Modem Interface
Item Specification
Data modem data baud rate (bps) 56K
Supports modem protocol V.90/V.92
Modem connector type RJ11
Modem connector location Rear side
Bluetooth Interface
Item Specification
Chipset built-in ATI SB400
Data throughput 723 bps (full speed data rate)
Protocol Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG
specification is ratified).
Interface USB 1.1
Connector type Mini-USB
Wireless Module 802.11b/g (optional device)
Item Specification
Data throughput 11~54 Mbps
Protocol 802.11b+g
Interface Mini-PCI type II
Wireless Module 802.11a/b/g (optional device)
Item Specification
Data throughput 11~54 Mbps
Protocol 802.11 a+b+g
Interface Mini-PCI type II
6-in-1 card reader
Item Specification
Chipset TI PCI7411
Protocol support MS/MS PRO/MMC/SD/SM/xD
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
Vendor &
Model Name
HGST HTS424040M9AT00/
Toshiba Pluto MK4025GAS/
Seagate ST94019A
HGST MORAGA
IC25N060ATMR04-0
Toshiba Pluto MK6025GAS
Seagate 960821A
HGST MORAGA
IC25N080ATMR04-0
SEAGATE ST9808210A
IR Interface
Item Specification
Chapter 1 23
Capacity (MB) 40000 60000 80000
Bytes per
sector
512 512 512
Data heads 2 3 (for Hitachi and Seagate)
4 (for Toshiba)
4 (for Hitachi)
3 (for Seagate)
Drive Format
Disks 1 2 2
Spindle speed
(RPM)
4200 RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 2048KB 8192KB 8192KB
Interface ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6
Max. media
transfer rate
(disk-buffer,
Mbytes/s)
372 350 350
Data transfer
rate
(host~buffer,
Mbytes/s)
100 MB/Sec.
Ultra DMA mode-5
100 MB/Sec.
Ultra DMA mode-5
100 MB/Sec.
Ultra DMA mode-5
DC Power Requirements
Voltage
tolerance
5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5%
Combo Drive Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & model name DVD/CDRW KME UIDA760 (24x24x8x24x)
DVD/CDRW QSI SBW-242C (24x24x8x24x)
Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained:
Max 3.6Mbytes/sec
Sustained:
Max 10.8Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB
Interface Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible
Applicable disc format DVD: DVD-ROM, (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18),DVD-R (read, single
border), DVD-RW, DVD-RAM (2.6GB, 4.7GB)
CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-R, CD-RW Photo (Multisession)
Video CD, CD-Extra, (CD+), CD-test
Loading mechanism Load: Manual
Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)
(b) Release by ATAPI command
(c) Emergency Release
Power Requirement
Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)
DVD-Dual Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & model name DVD Dual HLDS GWA-4040N
Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item
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Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained:
Max 3.6Mbytes/sec
Sustained:
Max 10.8Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB
Interface Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible
Applicable disc format Support disc formats
1. Reads data in each CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-1, Video CD, CD-Extra and
CD-Text
2. Reads data in Photo CD (single and Multi-session)
3. Reads standard CD-DA
4. Reads and writes CD-R discs
5. Reads and writes CD-RW discs
6. Reads and writes in each dVD+R/RW (Ver. 1.1)
7. Reads data in each DVD-ROM and DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for Authoring)
8. Reads and writes in each DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for general), DVD-RW and
DVD+R/RW (Ver1.1)
Loading mechanism Load: Manual
Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button)
(b) Release by ATAPI command
(c) Emergency Release
Power Requirement
Input Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating)
Audio Interface
Item Specification
Audio Controller ALC655
Audio onboard or optional Built-in
Mono or Stereo Stereo
Resolution 18 bit stereo digital to analog converter
18 bit stereo analog to digital 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
Video Interface
Item Specification
Chipset
ATI Mobility RADEON
X700
Package MBGA 708 pin
Interface PCIE x16
Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Yes
DVD-Dual Interface
Item Specification
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Video Memory
Item Specification
Chipset
ATI Mobility RADEON
X700
Memory size 64MB/128MB
Interface DDR
USB Port
Item Specification
Chipset ATI SB400
USB Compliancy Level 2.0
OHCI USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller
Number of USB port 4
Location three on the left side; one on the rear side
Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
IEEE 1394 Port
Item Specification
Chipset TI PCI7411
Number of IEEE 1394 port 1
Location Left side
Connector type IEEE 1394
PCMCIA Port
Item Specification
PCMCIA controller TI PCI7411
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
System Board Major Chips
Item Controller
Core logic ATI RS480M+ATI SB400
VGA
ATI Mobility RADEON
X700
LAN BroadCom BCM4401 (10/100M); BCM5788M(1G)
IEEE 1394 TI PCI7411
USB 2.0 ATI SB400
Super I/O controller PC 87392
MODEM
Bluetooth built-in ATI SB400
Wireless 802.11 b built-in ATI SB400
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Wireless 802.11 b+g built-in ATI SB400
PCMCIA TI PCI7411
Audio ALC655
6-in-1 card reader TI PCI7411
Keyboard
Item Specification
Keyboard controller KB 3910
Total number of keypads 88-/89-key
Windows logo key Yes
Internal & external keyboard work
simultaneously
1. Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes
2. Use port replicator then plug a USB/PS 2 keyboard to the USB
port/PS 2 port on the port replicator: Yes
Battery
Item Specification
Vendor & model name Sanyo 4UR18650F-2-QC140
Panasonic CGR-B/8B5AE
Battery Type Li-ion
Pack capacity 4400 mAh
Number of battery cell 8
Package configuration 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel
Normal voltage 14.4V
Charge voltage 16.8+-0.2v
LCD 15 inch
Item Specification
Vendor & model name AU:
B150XG01
QDI
QD15XL06-01
Hannstar
HSD150PX14-A07
Screen Diagonal (mm) 381 15.0 inches 15.0 inches
Active Area (mm) 304.1x228.1 304.1x228.1 304.1x228.1
Display resolution (pixels) 1024x768 XGA 1024x768 XGA 1024x768 XGA
Pixel Pitch 0.297x0.297 0.099x0.297 0.297x0.297
Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical
Stripe
R.G.B. Vertical
Stripe
R.G.B. Vertical
Stripe
Display Mode Normally White Normally White Normally White
Typical White Luminance (cd/m
2
)
also called Brightness
180 (5 point
average)
150 (5 point
average)
160 150
Luminance Uniformity N/A N/A 70
Contrast Ratio 300 300 250
Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall
Time)msec
24/11
15/35
8/17 10/25
Nominal Input Voltage VDD +3.3V Typ. +3.3V 3.3V
System Board Major Chips
Item Controller
Chapter 1 27
Typical Power Consumption (watt) 5.6/5.7 3.96 N/A
Weight 550 570 600
Physical Size(mm) 317.3x242.0x6.0 317.3x242.0x5.9 317.3x242.0x6.5
Electrical Interface 1 channel LVDS 1 channel LVDS 1 channel LVDS
Support Color 262K colors (RGB
6-bit data driver)
262,144 262,144
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left
Vertial: Upper/Lower
40/40
10/30
45/45
15/35
40/40
20/40
Temperature Range( C)
Operating
Storage (shipping)
0 to +50
-20 to +60
0 to +50
-25 to +60
0 to +50
-20 to +60
LCD 15 inch and 15.4 inch
Item Specification
Vendor & model name LG LP150X08-A3 LG LP154W01-
A5K2
CHIMEI N154I1-
L07
Screen Diagonal (mm) 15.0 inches, 38.1cm 15.4 inches 390.1
Active Area (mm) 304.1x228.1 331.2x207.0 331.2x207.0
Display resolution (pixels) 1024x768 XGA 1280x800 WXGA 1280x800 WXGA
Pixel Pitch 0.297x0.297 0.25875x0.25875 0.25875x0.25875
Pixel Arrangement R.G.B. Vertical
Stripe
R.G.B. Vertical
Stripe
R.G.B. Vertical
Stripe
Display Mode Transmissive mode,
normally White
Transmissive &
normally White
Normally White
Typical White Luminance (cd/m
2
)
also called Brightness
150 150 190
Luminance Uniformity N/A 40 N/A
Contrast Ratio 250 300 500
Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall
Time)msec
10/20(typ) 30/30 10/20
Nominal Input Voltage VDD +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V Typ.
Typical Power Consumption (watt) 4.3 for backlight unit
only
5.36 4.22 for backlight
unit
Weight 540 585 625
Physical Size(mm) 317.3x242.1x6.0 344x222.0x6.35
max
344x222.0x6.35
max
Electrical Interface 1 channel LVDS 1 channel LVDS 1 channel LVDS
Support Color 262K 262K 262K colors (RGB
6-bit data driver)
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left
Vertial: Upper/Lower
45/45
15/35
45/45
15/35
45/45
15/35
Temperature Range( C)
Operating
Storage (shipping)
0 to +50
-20 to +60
0 to +50
-20 to +60
0 to +50
-20 to +60
LCD 15 inch
Item Specification
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LCD Inverter
Item Specification
Vendor & model name SUMIDA TWS-449-147
Brightness conditions Vadj=3.3V
Input voltage (V) 8~20
Input current (mA) 350 (max)
Output voltage (V, rms) 1600 (no load)
Output current (mA, rms) 5.6~5.4
Output voltage frequency (k Hz) 55~58K Hz
AC Adaptor
Item Specification
Input rating 90V AC to 264V AC, 47Hz to 63Hz
Maximum input AC current 1.7A
Inrush current 220A@115VAC
220A@230VAC
Efficiency 82% min. @115VAC input full load
System Power Management
ACPI mode Power Management
Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.
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 disc 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 Hibernation Mode. System saves all system states and
data onto the disc prior to power off the whole system.
Chapter 2 29
BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computers BIOS (Basic Input/
Output System).
Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if
you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4
Troubleshooting when problem arises.
To activate the BIOS Utility, press m during POST (when Press <F2> to enter Setup message is prompted
on the bottom of screen).
Press m to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to disabled. If you want to change
boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set the parameter to enabled.
Press <F12> during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without
entering BIOS SETUP Utility.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
. Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

CPU Type :
AMD Turion(tm) 64 Mobile Technology ML-37
CPU Speed :
System BIOS Ver:

V1.02 (MP BIOS version)

VGA BIOS Ver

BK-ATI VER009.012.001.007.017440
KBC Ver

V13

Serial Number
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Asset Tag Number

N/A

Produce Name

Aspire 5040(Aspire 3040)

Manufacturer Name:

Acer

UUID:

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

F1 Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit
Select Menu Enter Select

4
Sub- Menu F10 Save and Exit

HDD Model Name :

HDD Serial Number :

ST9120824A - (PM)

None

22 Byte
32 Byte
16 Byte
16 Byte
32 Byte
2.00 GHz
ATAPI Serial Number : None
ATAPI Model Name : Slimtype DVDRW SSW-8015S-(SM)
System Utilities
Chapter 2
30 Chapter 2
Navigating the BIOS Utility
There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit.
Follow these instructions:
To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx).
To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy).
To change the value of a parameter, press por q.
A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press e to expand this item.
Press ^ while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.
In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing t. You can also press u to save any
changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a
particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item
Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values. Please
note that system information is subject to different models.
Chapter 2 31
Information
NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.
Parameter Description
Floppy Disk Drive Shows floppy drive type informaiton only when this model has floppy disk drive.
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 Model Name 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.
System BIOS ver Displays system BIOS version. Mass production (MP) BIOS version is V1.02.
VGA BIOS Ver This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system.
KBC Ver This field shows the keyboard controller firmware version
Serial Number This field displays the serial number of this unit.
Asset Tag Number This field displays the asset tag number of the system.
Product Name This field shows product name of the system.
Manufacturer Name This field displays the manufacturer of this system.
UUID Number This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is presenting.
UUID=32bytes
. Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

CPU Type :
AMD Turion(tm) 64 Mobile Technology ML-37
CPU Speed :
System BIOS Ver:

V1.02 (MP BIOS version)

VGA BIOS Ver

BK-ATI VER009.012.001.007.017440
KBC Ver

V13

Serial Number
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Asset Tag Number

N/A

Produce Name

Aspire 5040(Aspire 3040)

Manufacturer Name:

Acer

UUID:

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Esc Exit

4

HDD Model Name :

HDD Serial Number :

ST9120824A - (PM)

None

22 Byte
32 Byte
16 Byte
16 Byte
32 Byte
2.00 GHz
ATAPI Serial Number : None
ATAPI Model Name : Slimtype DVDRW SSW-8015S-(SM)
32 Chapter 2
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.
NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ.
Information
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help
System Time: [15:56:48]
System Date: [02/20/2006]

System Memory: 624 KB
Extended Memory: 1022 MB
Video Memory 128 MB

Quiet Boot: [Enabled]
Power on display: [Auto ]
Network boot

[Enabled]

F12 Boot Menu

[Disabled]

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or
<Enter> selects field.

Esc Exit

4
Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
Shows system base memory size
Shows extended memory size
VGA memory size
D2D Recovery
[Enabled]

LCD Auto Dim [Enabled]
Chapter 2 33
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
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.
Parameter Description Format/Option
System Time Sets the system time. The hours are displayed
with 24-hour format.
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 the system.
Memory size is fixed to 640MB
Extended Memory This field reports the memory size of the
extended memory in the system.
Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB
VGA Memory Shows the VGA memory size. VGA Memory
size=64/128MB
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.
Option: Enabled or Disabled
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 systems external video port
(for an external CRT or projector).
Option: Auto or Both
LCD Auto Dim Determines if the system will automatically dim
the LCD brightness in order to save power when
AC is not present.
The system will support an automatic dimming of
the LCD backlight when the AC power is NOT
available (running on battery power).
Network Boot Enables, disables the system boot from LAN
(remote server).
F12 Boot Menu Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. Option: Disabled or Enabled
D2D Recovery Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The
function allows the user to create a hidden
partition on hard disc drive to store operation
system and restore the system to factory
defaults.
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Advanced
The Advanced menu screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced
settings of the system.
The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
.
Parameter Description Options
Infrared Port Enables, disables or auto detects the infrared port. Disabled/Disabled/Auto
Base I/O address Sets the I/O address of the infrared port. 2F8/278
Interrupt Sets the interrupt request of the infrared port. IRQ3/IRQ5
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.
DMA3/DMA1
Serial Port A Enables. disables or auto detects the serial port A. Enabled/Disabled/Auto
Info. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

Infrared Port (FIR)

Configure Infrared Port
using options:

[Disable]
No configuration
[Enabled]
User configuration
[Auto]
BIOS or OS chooses
configuration

(OS Controlled)
Displayed when controlled
by OS

Esc Exit

4

[Enabled]
Legacy USB Support: [Enabled]
Chapter 2 35
Parallel Port Enables, disables or auto detects the parallel port. Enabled/Disabled/Auto
Legacy USB Support Enables, disables USB interface devices support.
(Enable for use with a non-USB aware Operating
System such as DOS or UNIX).
Parameter Description Options
36 Chapter 2
Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.
Information Main Advanced Boot

Item Specific Help
User Password Is : Clear

Supervisor Password Is : Clear
[Enter] Set User Password
Set Supervisor Password

Password on Boot

[Disabled]

Supervisor Password
controls accesses of the
whole setup utility.
It can be used to
boot up when Password
on boot is enabled.

Esc Exit

4
Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
[Enter]
Exit
Security
Primary HardDisk Security
[Disabled]
Chapter 2 37
The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Dont 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:
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:
Parameter Description Option
User Password is Shows the setting of the user password. Clear or Set
Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set
Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password. When
user password is set, this password protects
the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized
access. The user can enter Setup menu only
and does not have right to change the value of
parameters.
Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password.
When set, this password protects the BIOS
Setup Utility from unauthorized access. The
user can not either enter the Setup menu nor
change the value of parameters.
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.
Disabled or Enabled
38 Chapter 2
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields.
The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Clear.
4. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Changing a Password
1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The
Set Password box appears:
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e.
3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password
field.
4. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set.
5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter.
6. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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.
Chapter 2 39
If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following
message.
40 Chapter 2
Boot
This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices
includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay.
Information Main Advanced Security Exit

Item Specific Help
+Hard Drive

CD-ROM/DVD Drive

Use <> or <> to select a
device, then press <F6> to
move it up the list, or <F5>
move it down the list.
Press<ESC> to escape the
menu.

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

Network Boot
Boot
Floppy Devices
Chapter 2 41
Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
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.
Information Main Advanced Security Boot

Item Specific Help
Exit Saving Changes
Exit Disarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Exit System Setup and save
your changes to CMOS.

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

Discard Changes
Exit
Save Changes
42 Chapter 2
BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
New versions of system programs
New features or options
Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.
Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery
Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.
NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not
contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not
completely loaded.
Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.
1. Prepare a bootable diskette.
2. Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette.
3. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function.
Chapter 3 43
This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for
maintenance and troubleshooting.
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
Small Philips screw driver
Philips screwdriver
Plastic flat head screw driver
Tweezers
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the
screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
When you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.
Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
44 Chapter 3
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.
Chapter 3 45
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
Middle Cover
DIMM/HDD
Cover
Wireless LAN
Cover
H*2
O*1
HDD Module
N*4
H*3
CPU
Fan
Lower Case
Assembly
G*2
VGA Heatsink Modem Board
Wireless LAN
Cover
ODD Module
Memory
HDD HDD Bracket
L*4
Keyboard
LCD Module
J*2
I*2
E*1(KB to U case)
E*10 (U case to L case)
F*3 (U case to L case)
Upper Case
Assembly
M*3
Upper Case
Touchpad
Assembly
Touchpad
Bracket
Touchpad
Lower Case
Main Board
Assembly
Speaker Set
CPU Heatsink
C*2
D*1
G*6
RTC Battery
Bluetooth
Module
ODD Module
M2x2.5*2
ODD ODD Bracket
N*3
E*1
46 Chapter 3
Screw List
Item Description Part No.
A SCW HEX NYL I#R-40/O#4-40 L5.5 34.00015.081
B SCREW MACH WAFER M2*L4 NI 86.00059.220
C CPU SCREW M2.5*6.5 (2.7KG) 86.00C79.230
D CPU SCREW M2.5*6.5 (4.5KG) 86.00C80.230
E SCREW M2.5-6 86.9A323.6R0
F SCRW M2.5*L8(NON NYLOK) 86.9A323.8R0
G SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC-420325 86.9A352.3R0
H SCREW 86.9A352.4R0
I SCREW M2.5*4L(NYLOCK)BLACK ZN 86.9A353.4R0
J SCREW M2.5X6 86.9A353.6R0
K SRW M2.5*8L B/ZN NYLOK 700 86.9A353.8R0
L SCREW M3x4(86.9A524.4R0) 86.9A524.4R0
M SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3 86.9A552.3R0
N SCRW M2*4 WAFER NI 86.9A552.4R0
O SCRW M2.5*3 WAFER NI 86.9A553.3R0
4 screw caps
J*4 for 15"
J*8 for 15.4"
LCD Bezel
I*2
LCD Inverter
LCD
Assembly
LCD Panel
G*8
I*2
LCD Module
LCD
LCD Wire
Cable
LCD Brackets
Chapter 3 47
Removing the Battery Pack
1. Unlock the battery lock.
2. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.

48 Chapter 3
Removing the Memory/the HDD Module/the Wireless LAN Card/the
ODD Module and the LCD Module
Removing the Memory and the HDD Module
1. Remove the three screws fastening the DIMM/HDD cover.
2. Detach the DIMM/HDD cover carefully.
3. Pop out the memory then remove it.
4. Remove four screws fastening the HDD module.
5. Pull the HDD module backwards then detach it.
Removing the Wireless LAN Card
1. Remove the two screws fastening the wireless LAN cover.
2. Then detach the wireless LAN cover.
3. Disconnect the main and the auxiliary antennae.
4. Pop out the wireless LAN card then remove it.
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Removing the ODD Module
1. Remove the screws fastening the ODD module as shown.
2. Use a flat headed screwdriver to push the ODD module outwards then remove it.
Removing the LCD Module
1. Open the notebook as the impage shows.
2. Detach the middle cover carefully as shown.
.
3. Remove the screw holding the keyboard.
4. Turn over the keyboard as shown.
5. Disconnect the keyboard cable then remove the keyboard.
.
6. Pull out the wireless LAN antenna from the main unit as shown.
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7. Take out the LCD cable from the main unit then disconnect the cable.
8. Remove two screws fastening the LCD module.
9. Remove another two screws on the bottom as shown.
10. Then detach the entire LCD module cautiously.
.
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Disassembling the Main Unit
Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
1. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the main board.
2. Disconnect the microphone cable then remove the microphone.
3. Remove one screw holding the upper case and the lower case assembly.
4. Then remove 13 screws on the bottom as shown.
NOTE: There are two different types of screws on the bottom side. One type is SCREW 2.5-6 (86.9A323.6R0)
and the quantity is 10. The other is SCREW M2.5*8 (NON NYLOK) (86.9A323.8R0); the quantity is 3.
Please see the image below: red circles indicate SCREW M2.5*8 (86.9A323.8R0) location. Please do
not misplace the longer screw to other location on the bottom side. The misplacement may damage the
main board.
5. Open the upper case assembly as shown.
6. After you open the upper case assembly, please disconnect the lid switch cable.
7. Raise upright the upper case assembly as shown then detach it.
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Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
1. Disconnect the touchpad FFC.
2. Remove the three screws fastening the touchpad bracket.
3. Detach the touchpad bracket carefully.
4. Then detach the touchpad from the touchpad bracket.
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
1. Disconnect the bluetooth cable then remove the bluetooth module.
2. Disconnect the speaker set cable from the main board.
3. Remove two screws fastening the main board to the lower case.
4. Remove three screws fastening the fan to the lower case.
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5. Remove two hex screws holding the main board on the rear side.
6. Then take out the main board from the lower case carefully.
7. Disconnect the fan cable then remove it.
8. Disconnect the modem board cable from the main board.
9. Remove the two screws holding the modem board.
10. Disconnect the modem board from the main board then remove it.
11. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem board.
12. Remove the three screws holding the CPU heatsink.
13. Remove the CPU heatsink from the main board.
14. Use a flat headed screwdriver to release the CPU socket lock (see the picture on the middle and on the
right).
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15. Remove the CPU from the socket carefully.
16. Remove the six screws fastening the VGA heatsink.
17. Then remove the VGA heatsink from the main board.
18. Remove the three screws fastening the speaker set.
19. Tear off the tape holding the speaker set.
20. Take out the speaker set from the lower case. This completes main unit disassembly.
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Disassembling the LCD Module
1. Remove the four screw caps as shown.
2. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel.
3. Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module.
4. Remove the two screws fastening the LCD inverter.
5. Take out the LCD inverter from the LCD cover, then disconnect the LCD cable from the inverter.
6. Disconnect the inverter cable and remove the inverter.
7. Remove two screws fastening the LCD assembly.
8. Take out the LCD assembly from Remove another screw holding the LCD bracket on the other side.
9. Remove the four screws fastening the LCD left bracket then remove it.
.
10. Remove the four screws fastening the LCD right bracket then remove the bracket.
11. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD then remove the cable.
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Disassembling the External Modules
Disassembling the HDD Module
1. Remove the two screws holding the HDD bracket on one side.
2. Remove another two screws holding the HDD bracket on the other side.
3. Then take the hard disc drive out from the HDD bracket.
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Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or
modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating
the same operation.
3. 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.)
Power System Check on page 59.
POST does not complete. No beep or error
codes are indicated.
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message on
page 62
Undetermined Problems on page 74
POST detects an error and displayed messages
on screen.
Error Message List on page 63
Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or
others).
page 62
Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent
problems).
Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to
page 62
Intermittent Problems on page 73
Undetermined Problems on page 74
Troubleshooting
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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.
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.
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.
The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:
Numeric keypad
External keyboard
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If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
Memory check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.
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.
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:
Check the Power Adapter on page 60
Check the Battery Pack on page 61
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Check the Power Adapter
Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power
adapter cable. See the following figure
1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter.
2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
Replace the System board.
If the problem is not corrected, see Undetermined Problems on page 74.
If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
NOTE: An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect.
3. If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter for correct
continuity and installation.
4. If the operational charge does not work, see Check the Battery Pack on page 61.
Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V
Pin 2: 0V, Ground
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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 doesnt work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the touchpad cables.
2. Replace the touchpad.
3. Replace the system board.
After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement
can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware
problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.
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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is
listed first.
NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU
replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU.
This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
If the symptom is not listed, see Undetermined Problems on page 74.
The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified
by function.
NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware
device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the
way it has been configured.
NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter
Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
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Index of Error Messages
Error Code List
Error Codes Error Messages
006 Equipment Configuration Error
Causes:
1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch
2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error
(THe causes will be shown before Equipment Configuration
Error)
010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh)
070 Real Time Clock Error
071 CMOS Battery Bad
072 CMOS Checksum Error
110 System disabled.
Incorrect password is specified.
<No error code> Battery critical LOW
In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down
system, no message will show.
<No error code> Thermal critical High
In this situation BIOS will shut down system, not show message.
Error Message List
Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence
Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard disk drive connector.
Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
Hard disk drive
System board
Stuck Key see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check on page 58.
Keyboard error see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check on page 58.
Keyboard Controller Failed see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check on page 58.
Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard
Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Setup Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn BIOS ROM
System board
System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn DIMM
System board
Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn DIMM
System board
System battery is dead - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure
system time, then reboot system.
System CMOS checksum bad - Default
configuration used
RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System timer error RTC battery
system.
System board
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Real time clock error RTC battery
system.
System board
Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration
used
Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Memory size found by POST differed from
CMOS
Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
DIMM
System board
Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
See External Diskette Drive Check on page 58.
Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
System cache error - Cache disabled System board
CPU ID: System board
DMA Test Failed DIMM
System board
Software NMI Failed DIMM
System board
Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM
System board
Device Address Conflict Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Allocation Error for device Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM
BIOS ROM
System board
Fixed Disk n None
Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM
System board
I/O device IRQ conflict Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Operating system not found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.
Diskette drive
Hard disk drive
System board
Error Message List
Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence
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Error Message List
No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence
No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is
blank.
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See Power
System Check on page 59..
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
Reconnect the DIMM.
LED board.
System board.
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is
blank.
Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See Power
System Check on page 59..
Reconnect the LCD connector
Hard disk drive
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD Inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is
blank. But you can see POST on an external
CRT.
Reconnect the LCD connectors.
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a
blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST.
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
System board
No beep during POST but system runs correctly. Speaker
System board
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Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
Code 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
memory bus
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
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46h 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice
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
recovery
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
(optional)
88h Initialize BIOS Area
89h Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs)
8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area
8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse
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8Ch Initialize floppy controller
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)
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D2h Unknown interrupt
Code Beeps
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
LCD is too dark
LCD brightness cannot be adjusted
LCD contrast cannot be adjusted
Enter BIOS Utility to execute Load Setup Default Settings, then
reboot system.
Reconnect the LCD connectors.
Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
Unreadable LCD screen
Missing pels in characters
Abnormal screen
Wrong color displayed
Reconnect the LCD connector
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines
displayed.
LCD inverter ID
LCD inverter
LCD cable
LCD
System board
Indicator-Related Symptoms
Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system
runs correctly
Reconnect the inverter board
Inverter board
System board
Power-Related Symptoms
Power shuts down during operation Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See Power
System Check on page 59.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesnt power-on. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See Power
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesnt power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See Power
Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
System board
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Battery cant be charged See Check the Battery Pack on page 61.
Battery pack
System board
PCMCIA-Related Symptoms
System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly
System board
PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly
Memory-Related Symptoms
Memory count (size) appears different from
actual size.
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute Load Default Settings, then
reboot system.
DIMM
System board
Speaker-Related Symptoms
In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound
comes from the computer.
Audio driver
Speaker
System board
Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound. Speaker
System board
Power Management-Related Symptoms
The system will not enter hibernation See Save to Disk (S4) on page 28.
Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard)
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and
four short beeps every minute.
Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode.
Touchpad
Keyboard
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesnt enter standby mode after
closing the LCD
See Save to Disk (S4) on page 28.
LCD cover switch
System board
The system doesn't resume from hibernation
mode.
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't resume from standby mode
after opening the LCD.
LCD cover switch
System board
Power-Related Symptoms
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NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see Undetermined
Problems on page 74.
Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesnt go higher
than 90%.
Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours.
Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge
battery).
Battery pack
System board
System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.
System board
Peripheral-Related Symptoms
System configuration does not match the
installed devices.
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute Load Default Settings, then
reboot system.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.
External display does not work correctly. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching
System board
USB does not work correctly System board
Print problems. Ensure the Parallel Port in the Onboard Devices Configuration of
BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board
Serial or parallel port device problems. Ensure the Serial Port in the Devices Configuration of BIOS Setup
Utility is set to Enabled.
Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms
Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect the keyboard cable.
Keyboard
System board
Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board
Modem-Related Symptoms
Internal modem does not work correctly. Modem phone port
modem combo board
System board
Power Management-Related Symptoms
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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 advanced 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 59.):
1. Power-off the computer.
2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.
3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:
Non-Acer devices
Printer, mouse, and other external devices
Battery pack
Hard disk drive
DIMM
CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
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:
System board
LCD assembly
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Top View
1 (LCD1) LCD cable connector 8 (BAT1) Battary-in jack
2 (MIC1) Microphone connector 9 (U32) Keyboard controller
3 (LID1) Lid switch cable connector 10 (U4) Audio codec
4 (BLUE1) Bluetooth module connector 11 (SPK1) Speaker set cable connector
5 (KB1) Keyboard connector 12 (PC1) PC card slot
6 (SW1) Switch 13 (RTC1) RTC battery connector
7 (TPAD1) Touchpad connector
Jumper and Connector Locations
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Bottom View
1 (DC1) AC-In jack 12 (U62) CPU Socket
2 (LAN1) RJ45+RJ11 port 13 (FAN1) System fan connector
3 (USB1) USB port 14 (USB2) USB port
4 (MDCW1) Modem board cable connector 15 (USB3) USB port
5 Modem board connector 16 (USB4) USB port
6 (U52) LAN Controller (Realtek8110SBL) 17 (DDR1) Dimm slot 1
7 (U55) South bridge 18 (DDR2) Dimm slot 2
8 (ODD1) ODD module connector 19 (U79) Cardbus controller
9 (MIN1) Mini PCI slot 20 (HDD1) HDD connector
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Switch Settings
SW1 locates on the top side. Please see the top view No.6. See the picture below for enlarged image.
IMPORTANT:Please ignor the switch description on the main board. The description may not be accurate.
Please see the table below for swtich settings you need.
10 (U54) VGA chipset 21 (LIN1) Line-in jack
11 (U61) North bridge 22 (LOUT1) Line-out jack
Switch Function
SW1-1 No Function
78 Chapter 5
SW1-2 Check Password (Bypass Setup password
and power on password)
SW1-3 No Function
SW1-4 No Function
Switch Function
Chapter 6 79
This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 3040/5040.
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.
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
Chapter 6
80 Chapter 6
Aspire 3040/5040 Exploded Diagram
Aspire 3040/5040 FRU List
Adapter
NS ADAPTER 90W LITEON PA-1900-
04AW
AP.09003.002
Battery
21 BATTERY PACK LI+ 8CELL 2.2MAH
SANYO
BT.00803.007
BATTERY PACK LI+ 8CELL 2.2MAH
PANASONIC
BT.00805.002
Board
9 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11BG
FOXCONN
54.A56V1.002
NS MODEM BOARD FOXCONN
T60M845.01
54.A56V1.001
Cable
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4 3 0 9 8 7 ( 5 4 3
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Chapter 6 81
NS MODEM CABLE 50.A46V1.001
NS TOUCHPAD CABLE 50.A46V1.002
NS COVER SWITCH CABLE 50.A46V1.004
NS POWER CABLE 16A 250V 3PIN EUR
BK
27.01518.731
NS POWER CORD 220V 3PIN EUR 27.T30V1.004
NS POWER CORD 10A 125V 3PIN US
BK
27.01518.641
NS POWER CORD 10A 125V US 27.T30V1.001
NS POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN
CHINA
27.01518.591
NS POWER CORD 3A 250V 3PIN UK 27.01518.541
NS POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN BK
SOUTH AFRICA
27.01518.571
NS POWER CORD 10A 250V SWISS 27.01518.581
NS POWER CORD 10A 3PIN DEMARK 27.01518.561
NS POWER CORD 10A 250V 3PIN ITALY 27.01518.611
CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY
2 MIDDLE COVER 60.A46V1.003
5 MINI PCI COVER 42.A46V1.001
6 DIMM/HDD COVER W/SCREWS 42.A46V1.002
NS TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33.A46V1.001
82 Chapter 6
4 IO BRACKET LEFT 33.A46V1.002
3 LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER 60.A46V1.001
NS SPEAKER LEFT/RIGHT 23.A46V1.001
7 UPPER CASE W/COVER SWITCH
CABLE
60.A46V1.002
CPU/Processor
NS AMD MOBILE SEMPRON 2600+
25WD
KC.S2602.25D
25WD
KC.S2802.25D
25WD
KC.S3002.25D
25WD
KC.S3102.25D
DVD-RW Module
NS DVD-RW MODULE 8X DUAL 6M.A46V1.003
Chapter 6 83
NS OPTICAL BRACKET 33.A46V1.003
NS DVD-RW 8X DUAL LITEON SOSW-
833S W/BEZEL
KU.00804.015
NS DVD-RW MODULE 8X DUAL 6M.A46V1.004
NS OPTICAL BRACKET 33.A46V1.003
NS DVD-RW 8X TOSHIBA TS-L532A
DUAL W/BEZEL
KU.00801.009
FAN
NS FAN 23.A46V1.002
Heatsink
NS CPU HEATSINK 34.A46V1.021
NS VGA HEATSINK 34.A46V1.002
HDD
NS HDD BRACKET 33.A46V1.004
84 Chapter 6
NS HDD 40GB HITACHI
HTS424040M9AT00
KH.04007.012
HDD 40GB TOSHIBA MK4025GAS KH.04004.005
HDD 40GB 4200PRM SEAGATE
ST94019A
KH.04001.010
NS HDD 60GB HITACHI
C25N060ATMR04
KH.06007.006
NS HDD 60GB SEAGATE ST960821A KH.06001.002
NS HDD 60GB TOSHIBA MK6025GAS KH.06004.004
NS HDD 80G HITACHI
IC25N080ATMR04
KH.08007.007
NS HDD 80G SEAGATE ST9808210A KH.08001.012
Keyboard
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M1D
US INTERNATIONAL
KB.A2707.001
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M02
CHINESE
KB.A2707.002
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0S
SPANISH
KB.A2707.003
THAI
KB.A2707.004
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0U
UK
KB.A2707.007
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0G
GERMAN
KB.A2707.008
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0E
ITALIAN
KB.A2707.009
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0F
FRENCH
KB.A2707.010
SWISS/G
KB.A2707.011
PORTUGUESE
KB.A2707.012
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0A
ARABIC
KB.A2707.013
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M1A
BELGIUM
KB.A2707.014
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0W
SWEDEN
KB.A2707.015
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0C
CZECH
KB.A2707.016
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0Q
HUNGAIAN
KB.A2707.017
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0N
NORWAY
KB.A2707.018
Chapter 6 85
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0D
DANISH
KB.A2707.019
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0T
TURKISH
KB.A2707.020
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0L
GREEK
KB.A2707.023
7 KEYBOARD DARFON NSK-H3M0R
RUSSIAN
KB.A2707.025
LCD Module
NS ASSY LCD MODULE 15IN. XGA W/
ANTENNA
6M.A46V1.011
NS INVERTER BOARD DARFON
V0.21189301
19.A46V1.001
NS LCD/INVERTER CABLE 15" XGA 50.A46V1.006
NS LCD BRACKET 15" LEFT 33.A46V1.008
NS LCD BRACKET 15" RIGHT 33.A46V1.007
NS LCD BEZEL 15" 60.A46V1.009
86 Chapter 6
NS LCD PANEL W/HINGE 60.A46V1.007
NS HINGE PACK 15.4IN. LEFT/RIGHT 6K.A46V1.001
NS WIRELESS ANTENNA 25.A46V1.001
NS LCD 15 IN. TFT XGA LG LP150X08-
A3 (MADE IN CHINA)
LK.15008.016
NS LCD MODULE 15.4IN. WXGA W/
ANTENNA GLARE TYPE
6M.A46V1.021
NS INVERTER BOARD DARFON
V0.21189301
19.A46V1.001
NS INVERTER BOARD DELTA DAC-
08N011
19.A46V1.002
NS INVERTER BOARD FOXCONN
T62I240.00
19.A46V1.003
NS LCD/INVERTER CABLE 15.4IN. XGA 50.A46V1.005
NS LCD BRACKET 15.4IN. LEFT 33.A46V1.006
NS LCD BRACKET 15.4IN. RIGHT 33.A46V1.005
NS LCD BEZEL 15.4IN. 60.A46V1.008
NS LCD PANEL 15.4IN. W/HINGE 60.A46V1.005
NS HINGE PACK 15.4IN. LEFT/RIGHT 6K.A46V1.001
NS WIRELESS ANTENNA 25.A46V1.001
NS LCD 15.4IN. WXGA LG LP154W01-
A5K2 GLARE TYPE
LK.15408.010
NS LCD 15.4IN. WXGA CHIMEI N154I1-
L07 GLARE TYPE
LK.1540D.004
Main Board
20 MAINBOARD M26P128MB/6IN1/GBL
W/O CPU W/PCMCIA SLOT & RTC
BATTERY (for Aspire 5020)
LB.A4601.001
MAINBOARD M24P64MBSAMSUNG/
6IN1/GBL W/O CPU W/PCMCIA
SLOT & RTC BATTERY (for Aspire
3020)
LB.A4601.002
RTC BATTERY 23.T39V1.001
PCMCIA SLOT/PC CARD SLOT 22.T39V1.001
Memory
Chapter 6 87
NS SDIMM 256M NANYA
NT256D64SH8C0GM-6K
KN.25603.019
NS SDIMM 256M INFINEON
HYS64D32020HDL-6-C (.11U/G)
KN.25602.012
NS SDIMM 256M HYNIX
HYMD232M646D6-J
KN.2560G.001
NS SDIMM 256M SAMSUNG
M470L3224FT0-CB3
KN.2560B.008
NS SDIMM 256M MICRON
MT8VDDT3264HG-335G3
KN.25604.026
NS SDIMM 512M HYNIX
HYMD564M646B6-J
KN.5120G.006
NS SDIMM 512M INFINEON
HYS64D64020HBDL-6-C
KN.51202.025
NS SDIMM 512M SAMSUNG
M470L6524CU0-CB3
KN.5120B.013
Microphone
NS MICROPHONE 23.A46V1.003
Miscellaneous
NS LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.A46V1.002
NS LCD SCREW RUBBER 47.A46V1.003
NS LOGO PLATE 31.A46V1.001
Pointing Device
TOUCHPAD BOARD SYNPATICS
TM61PUF1G372
56.A46V1.001
Screw
NS SCW HEX NYL I#R-40/O#4-40 L5.5 34.00015.081
NS SCREW MACH WAFER M2*L4 NI 86.T39V1.002
18 CPU SCREW M2.5*6.5 (2.7KG) 86.00C79.230
13 CPU SCREW M2.5*6.5 (4.5KG) 86.00C80.230
NS SCRW WH MS+CBZ M2.5+L4 BLACK 86.9A323.4R0
NS SCREW M2.5-6 86.9A323.6R0
NS SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC-
420325
86.9A352.3R0
14 SCREW 86.9A352.4R0
NS SCREW M2.5*4L(NYLOCK)BLACK
ZN
86.9A353.4R0
NS SCREW M2.5X6 86.9A353.6R0
88 Chapter 6
NS SRW M2.5*8L B/ZN NYLOK 700 86.9A353.8R0
NS SCRW M2.5*L3(NON NYLOK) 86.9A523.3R0
NS SCREW M3x4(86.9A524.4R0) 86.9A524.4R0
NS SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3 86.9A552.3R0
NS SCRW M2*4 WAFER NI 86.9A552.4R0
NS SCRW M2.5*3 WAFER NI 86.9A553.3R0
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