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Acer Aspire 1650 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN download service manual and resetter printer at http://printer1.blogspot.com...
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 1650 service guide. Date Chapter Updates 2006/8/18 Chapter 2 Update BIOS specification. download service manual and resetter printer at http://printer1.blogspot.com...
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Denotes actual messages that appear SCREEN MESSAGES 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.
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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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Outlook View A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. Open View Item Description Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
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Item Description "Launch keys" on page 10 Front Panel "Launch keys" on page 10 "Launch keys" on page 10 Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio Icon Item Description...
Left View Item Description Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. Optical drive eject Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive. button Emergency eject Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off...
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Right View Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description PC Card slot eject Ejects the PC Card from the slot. button Icon Item Description Note: PC Card slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. Note: Icon Item Description Two USB 2.0 ports...
Rear View Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Icon Item Description Power jack Connects to an AC adapter. External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
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Item Description Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory and Mini PCI Card. Chapter 1 download service manual and resetter printer at http://printer1.blogspot.com...
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Indicators Your computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to four indicators positioned at the front of the palm rest area. These indicators show the status of the computer and its componetns. Icon Function Description The three indicators located above the keyboard provide the following status information: Icon...
Easy-launch buttons The build-in touchpad is a PS/2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The cursor responds to your finger movements on the touchpad. In addition, the two click buttons provide the same functionality as a computer mouse, while the scroll key enables easy up and down scrolling in documents and web pages.
Touchpad The build-in touchpad is a PS/2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The cursor responds to your finger movements on the touchpad. In addition, the two click buttons provide the same functionality as a computer mouse, while the scroll key enables easy up and down scrolling in documents and web pages.
Using the Keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has four lock keys which you can toggle on and off. The computer features three lock keys, each with its own status indicator light.
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Description Windows logo 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 functions: + Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button) + E (Opens the My Computer window) + F1 (opens Help and Support) + F (opens the Find: All Files dialog box)
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Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F2 Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. Fn-F3 Acer Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer ePowerManagement eManager. 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.
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The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. 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 Open a text editor or word processor.
Using System Utilities Acer eManager Innovative Acer eManagement software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. At the press of Acer Empowering Key, the Acer eManager user interface appears, featuring four main settings -- Acer eSetting, Acer ePresentation, Acer ePowerManagement and Acer eRecovery.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type ® ® Intel Pentium M Processor at 1.5 ~2.13 GHz or higher ® ® Intel Celeron M Processor at 1.3~1.5 GHz or higher CPU package uFPGA 478 CPU core voltage Depend on DVI CPU I/O voltage 1.2V System Board Major Chips...
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System Memory Item Specification Memory controller 915PM/915GM Memory size 256MB/512MB DIMM socket number Supports memory size per slot 1024 MB Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type DDRII SDRAM standard Supports DIMM Speed 400/533 MHz Supports DIMM voltage 1.8V Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications.
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Keyboard controller KBC 97551 Keyboard vendor & model name Standard keyboard w launch button embeded Total number of keypads 88-89 keys Acer Fine Touch keyboard with 5-degree curve Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button 12 function keys four cursor keys...
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Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name Panasonic/Sanyo Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 65Wh Cell voltage 3.7V/cell/2000mAh High discharge rate Number of battery cell 8-cell(65W) 4-cell(32W) Package configuration Pin 1 BATT+: Battery+, Battery Positive Terminal Pin 2 Pin 3 ID : Identify Pin (Note 1) Pin 4 B/I : Battery-In Pin Pin 5...
AC Adapter Item Specification Frequency variation range 47 - 63 (Hz) Nominal voltages (Vrms) 90 - 264 Inrush current The maximum inrush current will be less than 50A and 100A when the adapter is connected to 100Vac(60Hz) and 240Vac(50Hz) respectively. Efficiency High efficiency 85% minimum, at 100~240Vac AC input, full load, warm-up condition.
Dimensions and Weight Item Details Deminsions 360(W) x 273(D) x 27~32 (H)mm Weight 6.6lbs (3kg) Environmental Requirements Item Specification Temperature Operating +5 ~ +35°C Non-operating -20 ~ +65°C (storage package) Humidity Operating 20% ~ 80% without condensation Altitude Operating sea level 0 to 10,000ft Storage sea level 0 to 40,000ft Model Name MK4025GAS...
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TOSHIBA Number of Disks Logical Configuration Heads Cylinders 16,383 16,383 16,383 User Sectors/Track at zone 0 Logical Blocks (LBA) 78,140,160 117,210,240 156,301,488 Data Transfer Rate Max transfer rate to host 100MB/sec 100MB/sec 100MB/sec Seek Time Track-to-track Average 12ms 12ms 12ms Maximum 22ms 22ms...
Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup.
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System BIOS Ver: S3A11 ATi 008.018M.039.000 VGA BIOS Ver: 1A20 KBC Ver: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial Number Asset Tag Number: Product TravelMate 4600 Manufacturer Name: Acer xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx UUID: Help ↑ ↓ Select Item F5/F6 Change Values Setup Defaults ← → Exit Select Menu...
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Parameter Description Serial Number This item will show the Serial number of system. Asset Tag Number This item will show the Asset Tag number of the system. Product Name This field will show product name. Manufacturer Name This field will show manufacturer name. UUID This will be visible only when there is an internal LAN device present.
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Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Advanced Security Boot Exit Main Item Specific Help System Time: [02:19:31] System Date: [04/21/2004] <Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or <Enter> selects field. Shows system base memory size System Memory: 624 KB Extended Memory: 522240 KB Shows extended memory size Video Memory 128 MB VGA memory size...
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Parameter Description Network boot When this is selected, Boot from LAN feature is enabled. When this is not selected, Boot from LAN feature is then disabled. F12 Boot Menu When this is selected, users can modify device boot priority by pressing F12 key during POST.
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Advanced The Advanced screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help All items on this menu cannot be modified in user mode. If any items require changes, please consult your system Supervisor.
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Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Exit Info. Main Advanced Boot Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: Clear User Password Is: Clear Supervisor Password HDD Password Is: Clear HDD Master ID: controls accesses to the...
Parameter Description Option Set HDD Password When shown as [Locked], the hard drive Enter password currently can not be changed or disabled. To change or disable it, turn off the system and enter Setup immediately after turning it back on. Press [Enter] to input change, or disable hard drive password.
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User can now type password in field “Enter New Password”, and re-enter password in field “Confirm New Password” for verification. If the verification is OK: The password setting is complete after user presses enter. Setup Notice Changes have been saved. [ continue] If the current password entered does not match the actual current password: Setup Warning...
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Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay and onboard LAN device. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Boot Info.
Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Exit Info. Main Advanced Security Boot Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Dicarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit System Setup and save Discard Changes your changes to CMOS.
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Small Philips screw driver Philips screwdriver Plastic flat head screw driver...
General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. Remove the battery pack.
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Screw Type Location Quantity M2.5*6 Bottom case and IO bezel (hightlight with yellow circle) M2.5*6 Remove the IO bezel then you will see. M2.5*6 Remove the heatsink cover then you will see. M2.5*6 Remove the HDD cover then you will see. M2.5*3 Detach the HDD module then you will see.
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.
Removing the Battery Pack NOTE: This chapter is base on Aspire 1410 and Aspire 1680 to edit. Since they have the similar disassemble and reassemble procedures. Unlock the battery lock. Slide the battery latch as shown then remove the battery pack. Chapter 3 download service manual and resetter printer at http://printer1.blogspot.com...
Removing the HDD Module/the memory and the Wireless LAN Card/ the Thermal Module and the CPU/ODD and the LCD Module Removing the HDD Module Remove the two screws holding the HDD cover. Remove the HDD cover. Detach the HDD module then remove it. Removing the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card Remove the two screws that secure the RAM/Wireless cover.
Removing the Thermal Module and CPU Remove the two screws holding the IO bezel. Then remove the IO bezel. Remove the two screws that secure the heatsink cover. Remove the heatsink cover from the main unit. Disconnect the fan cable. Remove the four screws that secure the thermal module.
Removing the ODD Module Remove the three screws holding the middle cover. Detach the middle cover carefully. Turn over the keyboard as shown. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board then remove the keyboard. Remove the screw that fastens the ODD module. Turn over the notebook computer then detach the ODD module carefully.
Removing the LCD Module Remove the three screws holding the keyboard cover. Open the LCD module as the picture shown then detach the keyboard cover from the main unit. Remove the two screws that secure the keyboard as shown. Turn over the keyboard as shown and disconnect the keyboard cable then remove the keyboard. Pull out the antenna set with a tweezers then take out the antenna set from the main unit.
Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly Remove the two screws holding the switch board. Remove the switch board. Disconnect the touchpad FFC from the main board. Disconnect the bluetooth cable. Remove the five screws that secure the upper case.
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Disconnect the touchpad board to touchpad FFC. Disconnect the touchpad board to main board FFC. Then detach the touchpad board to main board FFC from the touchpad board. Remove the three screws that secure the touchpad board. Remove the touchpad board from the upper case.
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly Disconnect the MDC cable from the modem board. Detach the MDC cable from the main board. Remove the two screws holding the modem board. Remove the modem board from the lower case. Disconnect the speaker cable from the main board. Remove the two screws that secure the main board.
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13. Then remove another two screws holding the speaker set on the other side. 14. Then take out the speaker set from the lower case. Chapter 3 download service manual and resetter printer at http://printer1.blogspot.com...
Disassembling the LCD Module Remove the four screw caps as shown. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel. Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module. Disconnect the inverter board then remove it. Remove the three screws holding the right hinge. Then remove the three screws that secure the left hinge.
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13. Remove the left bracket as the picture shows. 14. Tear off the tape fastening the LCD cable. 15. Tear off the the LCD cable fastening the LCD cable, then remove it.. Chapter 3 download service manual and resetter printer at http://printer1.blogspot.com...
Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module Remove the two screws holding the HDD bracket on one side. Remove another two screws holding the HDD bracket on the other side. Then take the hard disc drive out from the HDD bracket. Disassembling the Optical Drive Module Remove the four screws as the picture shows.
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Troubleshooting 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. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
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.
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. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.
In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging. From Hardware: Power off the computer.
Power-on Self-Test Error Messages 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.
Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes Error Messages 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”) Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error...
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Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. System board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility. used RTC battery System board...
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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 Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power blank. System Check” on page 63. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM.
Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps POST Routine Description Verify Real Mode Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Initialize chipset with initial POST values Set IN POST flag Initialize CPU registers Enable CPU cache Initialize caches to initial POST values Initialize I/O component Initialize the local bus IDE Initialize Power Management...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description 2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled...
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards Install CD ROM for boot Clear huge ES segment register Fixup Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs.
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Code Beeps POST Routine Description Unknown interrupt Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size...
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence LCD backlight doesn't work Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system. LCD is too dark Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 63. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery) Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently.
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: Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
System Check” on page 63): Power-off the computer. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive...
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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.