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Acer 7620Z Laptop User Manual

1. 8Bh Test and initialize PS 2 mouse 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 BOh 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 COh 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 Initi
2. RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPKOX 035 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRME6 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 193 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0X 036 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRME9 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPK0X 037 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRME2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D AR13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 194 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0X 038 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRME2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration
3. RO EMEA Country Switzerland Acer Part LX TPK0X 039 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRCH1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D 1742 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country UK Acer Part No LX TPKOX 040 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRGB1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN14 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPLOX 011 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRZA2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN16 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 195 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPLOX 012 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRZA1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT GL 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Denmark Ace
4. RO EMEA Country Spain Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 038 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRES1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6GL 5R i2 FP 0 3D ES23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part LX TPK0Z 039 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRGR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EL32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Israel Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 040 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRIL1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D HE31 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 230 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Italy Acer Part LX TPK0Z 041 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRIT1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D IT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4 SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSMB8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Italy Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 042 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRIT1 MC UMACF 1 2G 25
5. Replacing the keyboard Replacing the Replacing the power button board Replacing the LCD assembly Replacing the Replacing the LCD Replacing the LCD panel hinges Replacing the web Replacing the palm Replacing the microphone and speakers Replacing the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly Replacing the button Replacing the ExpressCard NewCard assembly Replacing the Bluetooth card Replacing the Replacing the system board Replacing the cooling Replacing the processor Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Diagnosing problems System test procedures Testing the external diskette drive Testing the external CD ROM drive Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device Testing the memory Testing the power system
6. RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part LX TPLOX 062 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRGR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EL32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part No LX TPLOX 063 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRGR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 26 250 250 6 5 i2 FP 0 3D EL22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Israel Acer Part No LX TPLOX 064 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRIL1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_HE11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 211 RO EMEA Country Italy Acer Part No LX TPLOX 065 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRIT1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D IT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2
7. Testing the touchpad sce qc re eet EA Power On Self Test POST error message VI Contents Index of error messages Error codes co seus E dett tete E endis Error messages No beep error messages Phoenix BIOS beep codes Power management DEVICES rj 2 Lm ftdt SER usa Keyboard and touchpad err d a Intermittent problems Undetermined problems Chapter 5 Jumper and connector locations System board top connectors System board bottom connectors Clearing password check and BIOS recovery Clearing the password BIOS Recovery by Crisis Diskette Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list IitFo d CEOs rcd e oe u nu Neg Travelmate 7730 7730G exploded diagram Notebook chassis Notebook LCD panel Travelmate 7730 7730G FRU list Appendix A Model definition and configuration Appendix B Test compatible components Microsoft Windows Vista Environment Test Appendix C Online support information Index Contents Contents Vil VIII Contents Trav
8. RO EMEA Country Norway Acer Part No _ 014 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRNO1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NO12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 1 86 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Sweden Finland Acer Part No LX TPK0X 015 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRSE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Czech Acer Part No LX TPKOX 016 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRCZ1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_SK11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Russia Acer Part No LX TPK0X 017 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRRU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 187 RO EMEA Country Ea
9. Transfer rate 3600 KB s 11 MB s Buffer Memory 2MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable CD Formats Applicable DVD formats Read Read CD Audio e DVD R e CD DA e DVD RW e CD Extra CD Plus e DVD RAM e CD I e DVD ROM e CD ROM e DVD Video e CD ROM XA e CD TEXT Write Photo CD e DVD R Video CD DVD R Double Layer e DVD RW Write DVD R e CD R e DVD R DL CD RW e DVD RW e DVD RAM Loading mechanism Tray Power Requirement Input Voltage 5V Vendor amp model name Pioneer DVR TDO8RS With CD Disc With DVD Disc Transfer rate 3600 KB s 10 MB s Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA Chapter 1 System specifications 23 Applicable disc format Applicable CD Formats Applicable DVD formats Read Read CD Audio e DVD R e CD DA e DVD RW e CD Extra CD Plus e DVD RAM CD ROM DVD ROM e CD ROM XA DVD Video CD TEXT Photo CD Write Video CD e DVD R DVD R Double Layer Write DVD RW e CD R e DVD R CD RW e DVD R DL e DVD RW e DVD RAM Loading mechanism Tray Power Requirement Input Voltage 5V Vendor amp model name Performance Toshiba TS L633A Specification With CD Disc With DVD Disc Transfer rate 3600 KB s 10 MB s Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable CD Formats Applicable DVD formats Read Read CD Audio e DVD
10. Introduction This chapter gives you the FRU field replaceable unit listing in global configurations of Travelmate 7730 7730G 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 1 62 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list Travelmate 7730 7730G exploded diagram Notebook chassis Keyboard Screw Z Modem Middle Cover KB Plate Upper Case Assy SEIN Touchpad Board Switch Board NE NewCard Cable Switch Board c Bluetooth Cable NewCard Board Main Board NewCard Dummy Card Bluetooth Thermal Module PCMCIA Module Dummy Card Card Reader Dum
11. Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed See Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device on page 137 See Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device on page 137 Keyboard locked Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS Run Setup Shadow RAM Failed at offset nnnn Unlock the external keyboard Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Test or replace the BIOS ROM Test or replace the system board System RAM Failed at offset nnnn Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board Extended RAM Failed at offset nnnn Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board System battery is dead Replace and run Setup Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system System timer error Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system Test or replace the system board Real time clock error Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system Test or replace the system board 141 Previous boot incomplete D
12. The notebook doesn t turn off Test the power source battery pack and power adapter See Testing the power system on page 138 Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds Test or replace the system board The battery can t be charged Test the battery pack See Check the battery pack on page 139 Replace the battery pack Test or replace the system board ExpressCard NewCard The notebook cannot detect the Test or replace the ExpressCard assembly See ExpressCard Replacing the ExpressCard NewCard assembly on page 112 Test or replace the system board ExpressCard slot pin is damaged Test or replace the ExpressCard assembly See Replacing the ExpressCard NewCard assembly on page 112 Memory Memory count size appears different Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup from actual size Utility then reboot the notebook Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board Sound No sound comes from the notebook when running Windows multimedia Reinstall the audio driver Test or replace the speakers programs Test or replace the system board The internal speakers make noise or emit Test or replace the speakers no sound Test or replace the system board Power management The notebook will not hibernate e Athena Why are they loo to Disk S4 on page 33 at a spe
13. 18 Make sure a thermal pad is placed between the new cooling assembly and other components as shown Thermal grease Thermal grase Thermal pad b aska 1 4 o Y 19 Insert the new cooling assembly into the notebook 20 Tighten the captive screws that secure the cooling assembly to the system board Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to each screw and tighten the screws in numerical order start with 1 then 2 then 3 Caution When tightening the cooling assembly s screws into the numbered holes tighten them in numerical order 21 Replace the other cooling assembly screws removed in Step 14 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 2 7 128 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Replace the system board by following the instructions in Replacing the system board on page 120 Replace the modem by following the instructions in Replacing the modem on page 117 Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page
14. LX TPLOX 043 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRIL1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D HE11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSMB8XS Wireless SP1Ix2MIMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Italy Acer Part No LX TPLOX 044 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRIT1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D IT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part No LX TPLOX 017 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRTR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_TR22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 207 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part No LX TPLOX 018 Description TM77306G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRTR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D TR32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPLOX 019 Description TM7730G
15. Note You must set a Supervisor password before you can set a User password To set the Supervisor password 1 Press T or J to highlight Set Supervisor Password then press ENTER The Set Supervisor Password box opens Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2 a password in the Enter New Password field The password length cannot exceed eight alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 The password is not case sensitive 3 Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field Caution Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen 4 Press ENTER After setting the password the value of Supervisor Password changes to Set 42 Chapter 2 System utilities 5 Optional you can enable the Password on Boot parameter 6 When you are done press F10 to save your password and exit the BIOS Setup Utility or you can proceed to setting the User password To set the User password 1 Press T or to highlight Set User Password then press ENTER The Set User Password box opens 2 Type a password in the Enter New Password field The password length cannot exceed eight alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 The password is not case sensitive 3 Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field Caution Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen Press ENTER After setting the
16. lt Fn gt lt F7 gt m Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Fn F8 P Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn lt p gt Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn lt q gt Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Fn A Fn V Volume up Volume down Increases the volume Decreases the volume Chapter 1 System specifications 17 Hardware specifications and configurations CPU Controllers CPU type Intel Core 2 Duo processor supporting Intel 64 architecture e T9400 P9500 6 MB L2 cache 2 53 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 35 W 25 W e T9600 6 MB L2 cache 2 80 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 35 W or higher e P8400 P8600 3 MB L2 cache 2 26 2 40 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 25 W Core logic Intel Crestline PM965 ICH9M chipset CPU package Intel 479 pin Micro FCPGA CPU core voltage 1 05V PCMCIA Core logic Intel Crestline PM965 ICH9M chipset VGA Nvidia NB9M GS Nvidia NB9P GS LAN Broadcom 5764M USB 2 0 Intel ICH9M Super I O controller N A MODEM LSI Bluetooth Foxconn TT60H928 11 Wireless 802 11 b g Intel O2 Mirco OZ601 5 in 1 Card Reader JMicron JMB385 Audio Codec Realtek 268 Azadia codec and Amplifier GMT G14124G1411 BIOS BIOS vendor Phoenix BIOS Version 1 XX MP version Athena what is the final shipping ver BIOS ROM type Serial Flash Memory
17. 26 Chapter 1 System specifications Vendor amp model name LG 60003089 SAMSUNG 60002215 Screen Diagonal mm UE Active Area horizontal x vertical Display resolution pixels Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time Optical Rise Time Fall Time Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption Weight without inverter Physical Size Electrical Interface Surface Support Color Viewing Angle Temperature Range Vendor amp model name SAMSUNG 60002215 Screen Diagonal Active Area horizontal x vertical Display resolution pixels Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time Optical Rise Time Fall Time Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption watt Weight without inverter Chapter 1 System specifications 27 Physical Size Electrical Interface Surface Support Color Viewing Angle Temperature Range Inverter Vendor amp model name Sumida TWS 449 308 Brightness conditions 3 3V duty 20 80 Input voltage V 8V 20V Input current mA Output voltage V rms
18. 3 Follow any instructions in the message window If the error still remains 1 Reconnect the external diskette drive DVD ROM module to a USB jack 2 Replace the external diskette drive CD ROM module 3 Replace the system board Testing the external CD ROM drive Use the following procedure to isolate a problem in a CD ROM controller driver or drive Note 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 To test the external CD ROM drive 1 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 2 Run the CD ROM Test and see if the test completes successfully 3 Follow the instructions in the message window If an error occurs reconnect the connector on the system board If the error still remains 1 Reconnect the external diskette drive CD ROM module to a USB jack 2 Replace the external diskette drive CD ROM module 3 Replace the system board Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device 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 is connected correctly run the Keyboard Test Note Disconnect any external keyboards before testing the built in keyboard If the tests detect a keyboard problem do the following one at a time to correct the problem 1 Reconn
19. LX TPLOX 046 Description M7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRZA2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN16 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 032 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TREU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D CS21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 033 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TREU4 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 203 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPLOX 034 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TREU3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D RU21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Par
20. Option AHCI Mode or IDE Mode Note Sub items under each device will not be shown if the device control is set to Disabled or Auto This is because the user is not allowed to control the settings in these cases Chapter 2 System utilities 39 Advanced screen The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the Alert Standard Format parameters Siro its Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit The table below describes the parameters found on the ASF Configuration sub menu screen Minimum WatchDog Timeout Time for BIOS to stop the WatchDog timer after a reset has occurred BIOS Boot Timeout SO Boot Timeout Time in seconds for BIOS to boot before the system is reset Time in seconds for OS to boot before the system is reset Power on wait time Maximum time in seconds for Alert Sending Device ASD to establish connection with its transport media 40 Chapter 2 System utilities Security screen The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your notebook from unauthorized use s Clear Clear Clear Enter Enter Disabled1 Note Refer to if you need to know how to remove a Hard Drive or BIOS Password The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Chapter 2 System utilities 41
21. Screen Diagonal 17 inches 431 8 mm 17 1 inches 434 mm Active Area horizontal x vertical 14 45 x 9 03 inches 367 2 x 229 5 mm 14 45 x 9 03 inches 367 2 x 229 5 mm Display resolution pixels Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement 1440 x 900 WXGA 0 01 x 0 01 inches 0 255 x 0 255 mm R G B Vertical Stripe 1440 x 900 WXGA 0 01 x 0 01 inches 0 255 x 0 255 mm R G B Vertical Stripe Display Mode Typical White Luminance also called Brightness Normally White 200 cd m typical 160 cd m minimum Normally White 220 cd m typical Consumption Luminance Uniformity 1 4 max 1 7 max Contrast Ratio 400 typical 500 typical Response Time Optical 10 ms 8 ms Rise Time Fall Time Nominal Input Voltage 3 3 typical 3 3 typical VDD Typical Power XX 6 7 Watt maximum Weight without inverter 700 grams maximum 705 grams maximum Physical Size 15 0 x 9 6 x 0 25 inches 382 2 x 244 5 x 6 2 mm 15 0 x 9 6 x 0 25 inches 382 2 x 244 5 x 6 5 mm Electrical Interface 2 channel LVDS 2 channel LVDS Surface Glare Glare Support Color 262K colors RGB 6 Bit 262K colors RGB 6 Bit Viewing Angle degree XX Horizontal 45 Right 45 Left Vertical 15 Upper 35 Lower Temperature Range Operating 32 122 F 0 50 C Storage 4 140 F 20 60 C Operating 32 122 F 0 50 Storage 4 140 F 20 60 C
22. Service Guide Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Travelmate 7730 7730G Series service guide Date Chapter Updates Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER CSD web For more information refer to http csd acer com tw Copyright Copyright 2008 by Acer Incorporated All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Disclaimer The information in this guide is subject to change without notice Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not Acer Incorporated its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corp
23. hour minute second System Time Format MM DD YYYY month day year System Date Total Memory Size Shows the notebook s memory size Video Memory Shows the VGA memory size VGA Memory size 256 or 512 MB Quiet Boot Determines if the Acer logo will be displayed or not Also determines if the Summary Screen is disabled or enabled Enabled The Acer logo is displayed and the Summary Screen is not displayed Disabled The Acer logo is not displayed and the Summary Screen is displayed Option Enabled or Disabled Power On Display Network Boot Enables or disables the system boot from LAN remote server Option Enabled or Disabled F12 Boot Menu Enables or disables the Boot Menu during POST Note The default parameter is set to Disabled If you want to change the boot device without entering the BIOS Setup Utility set the parameter to Enabled Press lt F12 gt during POST to enter the multi boot menu In this menu the user can change the boot device without entering the BIOS Setup Utility Option Disabled or Enabled D2D Recovery Enables or disables the D2D Recovery function The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on the hard disc drive to store the operating system and other files used to restore the notebook to factory defaults Option Enabled or Disabled SATA Mode Selection Controls the mode in which the SATA controller operates
24. lt SPACEBAR gt Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt gt lt gt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt 8 TAB Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows Vista some shortcuts may not function as described mm Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button It opens the key application s context menu Chapter 1 System specifications Hotkeys The notebook employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the notebook s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS Setup Utility To activate hotkeys press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination Hotkeys Fn key Hotkeys Fn F1 Fn F2 Hotkey help Acer eSettings Displays help on hotkeys Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology Fn F3 Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology Fn F4 z Sleep Puts the notebook in Sleep mode Z Fn F5 Ole Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return
25. 10 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook 11 Replace the cover then tighten the screws Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 75 Replacing the optical drive Tools you need to complete this task Cem V c Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring ea Phillips 0 screwdriver Locating components Optical drive To replace the optical drive 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the screw and cover that secures the DVD drive to your notebook Screw 7 6 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 3 Carefully slide the drive out of the drive bay Important Use a small screwdriver or other pointed tool to push on the DVD bracket and slide the drive out of the bay DVD bracket 4 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay 5 Replace the screw and cover removed in Step 2 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 7 7 Replacing the keyboard cover Tools you need to complete this task SS Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool em Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover To replace the keyboard cover 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the two keyboard cover screws from the inside of the battery compartment Screw Screw 3 Turn your notebook over so the top
26. 222 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Norway Acer Part LX TPK0Z 022 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRNO1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D NO12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Russia Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 023 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRRU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Russia Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 024 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRRU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_RU12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 223 RO EMEA Country Sweden Finland Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 025 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRSE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_Fl12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Czech
27. 37 Information screen 37 5 ciues ice een oe vate e ER Tee MUR EON ERR 38 toten at tte hi Dod dios ated talented da dietas 40 Contents Securityscreen BOOT cy o Ls ny tre da et RE s EXIE eet E aeree DIOE Sees attain ad ONE qun ree T BIOS Flash Utility ince soe te der RS t a a b SS Removing a password lock Removing a HDD password lock Removing a Supervisor passwordlock Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Preventing static electricity discharge aum taraq rp a Preparing your workspace TOOR 0170 due P tse i aote Mete eed M ts Preparing the notebook Remove a PC Removing an ExpressCard Removing a memory card Removing the battery Adding or replacing memory modules Replacing the graphics Replacing the primary harddrive Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card Replacing the CMOS battery Replacing the secondary harddrive Replacing the optical drive
28. 950 mA max 612V rms 945V rms Output current mA rms 6 2 mA rms 6 8 mA rms Output voltage frequency k Hz Video subsystem 50 60 kHz Chipset Memory size Nvidia NB9M GS Nvidia NB9P GS 256 MB VRAM NB9M GS 512 MB VRAM NB9P GS Features Unified Shader Architecture Support Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4 Geometry Instancing 2 0 SGI OpenGL 2 0 Optimizations and support Adaptive PCI Express Interface High efficiency integrated adaptable and programmable Video Processor VP2 Integrated Bit Stream Processor BSP NVIDIA PureVideo Pure Video HD Technology Industry Video codec standard hardware acceleration Advanced Spatial Temporal De Interlacing Vibrant Color Temperature Correction LCD Overdrive High Quality Real Time Video Recording Best quality 10 bit display pipeline NVIDIA nView Multi Display Technology SmartDimmer Technology Integrated HDMI Support Support for integrated HDCP NVIDIA Digital Vibrance Control Technology Integrate HDTV Encoder Dual 400MHz RAMDACs Core voltage 28 1 0V Chapter 1 System specifications Keyboard Keyboard controller Total number of keypads WINBOND WPCE775CA0DG 105 106 key Windows logo key Yes Internal amp external keyboard work simultaneously Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly Yes Pointing device Type Touchpad Buttons Left Right Scro
29. Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 026 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRCZ1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D SK11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPK0Z 027 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TREU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D CS21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 224 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 028 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TREU4 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 029 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TREU3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D RUT11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 030 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TREU2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 B
30. Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRPT1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_PT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 205 RO EMEA Country Spain Acer Part No LX TPLOX 040 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRES1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part LX TPLOX 041 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRGR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EL32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 206 RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part No LX TPLOX 042 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRGR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EL22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Israel Acer Part
31. Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRSE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSMB8XS Wireless SP1Ix2MIMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Sweden Finland Acer Part No LX TPLOX 030 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRSE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Russia Acer Part No LX TPLOX 031 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRRU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 199 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPLOX 047 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRZA1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Denmark Acer Part No LX TPLOX 048 Description TM7
32. Description TM7730G 944G50Mi VB32TRAU1 MC 9PGSHM512CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 8L 5R CB i3 FP 0 3D EN13 CPU C2DT9400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP3x3MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and contiguration RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part LX TPK0Z 010 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRZA2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN17 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 011 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRZA1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_FR24 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Holland Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 012 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRNL1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_NL12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 219 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 013 Descriptio
33. HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part LX TPK0OX 031 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRTR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D TR22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part LX TPK0X 032 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRTR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D TR32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 1 92 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPK0X 033 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRME3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPKOX 034 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRME2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_AR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0
34. HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Germany Acer Part No LX TPKOX 010 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRDE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_DE13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Belgium Acer Part No LX TPKOX 011 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRBE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_NL13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 185 RO EMEA Country Holland Acer Part No LX TPK0X 012 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRNL1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NL12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Luxembourg Acer Part LX TPK0X 013 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRLU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D 1742 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0
35. Phillips 0 screwdriver Additional materials you need to complete this task a X 23 7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task 11 2 chrome M2x3 4 black M2 5x8 IEEE 802 11 wireless graphics card card 11 LALALA 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 2 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge bottom 151543 4 black M2 5x4 Palm 16 black M2 5x6 5 Rest top Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x3 Palm 1 black M2 5x3 rest bottom Modem 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Cooling assembly 1 24 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover 4 1 black M2 5x8 Keyboard plate hil 3 black M2 5x5 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 System board Scribe or non marring tool To replace the cooling assembly 1 2 10 11 12 13 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 Remove the graphics card by following the steps in Replacing the graphics card on page 61 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in remove the wireless card from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in Repl
36. password Supervisor Password Is Shows the setting of the Supervisor Clear or Set password User Password Is Shows the setting of the User password Clear or Set HDD Password Is Shows the setting of the hard disk Clear or Set Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password When set this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access The user cannot enter the Setup Utility without entering this password Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password When a user password is set this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized changes The user can enter the Setup Utility only and does not have the right to change the value of any parameters If Password on Boot is enabled the user must enter the user password each time the notebook is turned on or wakes from Sleep Set HDD Password Password on Boot Press Enter to set the HDD password Defines whether a password is required or not while the events defined in this group happened The sub options all require the Supervisor password for changes and should be grayed out if the User password was used to enter the Setup Utility Disabled or Enabled Caution When you are prompted to enter a password you have three tries before the system halts Don t forget your password If you forget your password you may have to return your notebook to your dealer to reset it Setting a Password
37. reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the microphone and speakers Athena do speakers and microphone get replaced The screws the Screw The microphone and speakers are listed in the Replacement Parts List Tools you need to complete this task 9 Flat blade driver OR Scribe non marring tool ea Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover 4 E 1 black M2 5x8 Keyboard plate 3 black M2 5x5 Palm rest bottom 2 black M2 5x8 Speaker Left 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge bottom 1111 4 black M2 5x4 Palm Rest top 11 2 black M2 5x3 Palm rest bottom LALALA 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 111111 111111 11141 16 2 5 6 5 Palm rest bottom Tv B 3 black M2 5x5 Speaker Right To replace the microphone and speakers 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 03 3 Ifthe notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Repl
38. 0 RO EMEA Country Czech Acer Part No LX TPLOX 054 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRCZ1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_SK11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1IxX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 212 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPLOX 055 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TREU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D CS21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 056 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TREU4 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 057 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TREU3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_RU21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless
39. 1X3 wearze WLX a 90769 82 23 57a 10920 Jejomuo2 1 1 2 cea NOOO zea WOY IdS ix E Sta sta cla zTa sng od W6H2OI 8s ssa1dx3 1l2d oz 95v 3 30ZS li ivdGA ld 9I WUS td 9 1952 S9 W68N 9 0215 S9 d68N WXW eiprAu yosues jeuueu fido INA fX Td 6d sd Ld 9a s4 S96Wd enueg 7uW 901 008 99 8S4 sa a V9dodn 64v za 52 eza 528 eza yer DIN ur 1no eur1 1exeeds 204290109 WE 1 llonuoo oipny eijezy joyiidury oipny ujoojenig sz vivs aao 0vivs std 2 VLVS 1 Wwiq os 0 WWIO OS HQQ jeuueyd jeng maaa V WWIQ OS ZHIN 008 299 eng 0 NWIQ OS za S0MZ1SdS891S 0913S 1319869tCS Hd 16521 521 WHOLVH3N39 42012 WLX 0 Chapter 1 System specifications The Acer notebook tour LCD panel Display screen Acer Crystal Eye Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays video output Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication Available on select models only 6 Chapter 1 System specifications Palm rest Status indicators Microphone Easy launch buttons T Status indicators Productivity keys Empowering Speaker Speaker Power
40. 250 6 5 i2 FP 0 3D EN14 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO AAP Country Australia New Zealand Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 009 Description TM7730 863G32Mi VB32TRAU1 MC UMACF 2G 1G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i3_FP_0 3D_EN13 CPU C2DP8600 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP3x3MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 217 RO AAP Country Australia New Zealand Acer Part No LX TPKOX 041 Description TM7730 863G32Mi VHP32TRAU1 MC UMACF 2G 1G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i3_FP_0 3D_EN12 CPU C2DP8600 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP3X3MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO AAP Country Australia New Zealand Acer Part No LX TQ30X 001 Description TM7730G 944G50Mi VHP32TRAU1 MC 9PGSHM512CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 8L 5R CB i3 FP 0 3D EN12 CPU C2DT9400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP3x3 MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 218 RO AAP Country Australia New Zealand Acer Part No LX TQ30Z 001
41. 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 182 RO EMEA Country Russia Acer Part No LX TPLOX 007 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRRU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Sweden Finland Acer Part No LX TPLOX 008 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRSE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Slovenia Croatia Acer Part No LX TPLOX 009 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRSI1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EN12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Portugal Acer Part No LX TPLOX 010 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRPT1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_PT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB
42. BIOS ROM size 2MB BIOS package 8 pin SOIC 18 Chapter 1 System specifications Supported protocols ACPI 1 0b 2 0 3 0 compliance PCI 2 2 or later System HDD Password Security Control INT 13H Extensions PnP BIOS 1 0a SMBIOS 2 4 or later BIOS Boot Specification Simple Boot Flag 1 0 Boot Block PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification USB Specification 1 1 2 0 USB 1394 CD ROM Boot Up support PC Card Standard 1995 PCMCIA 3 0 Compliant Device Support HD audio WfM 2 0 PXE 2 1 Preboot Execution Environment PXE 2 1 Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface BIS 1 0 PC2002 2005 compliant Intel Enhanced Speedstep Technology ASF 2 0 AHCI support BIOS password control Manually set Supervisor and User passwords Memory Memory controller Built in Memory size SO DIMM socket number 0 MB no on board memory 2 sockets Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size 1024 MB for 32 bit OS 2048 MB for 65 bit OS e 2G for 32 bit OS with two 1GB SO DIMM e 4G for 64 bit OS with two 2GB SO DIMM Supports SO DIMM type e DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM DDR3 Synchronous DRAM Supports SO DIMM Speed 667 MHz DDR2 1066 MHz DDR3 Supports SO DIMM voltage e 1 8 V for DDR 2 e 1 5 V for DDR 3 Supports SO DIMM package 200 pin SO DIMM for DDR 2 204 pin SO DIMM for DDR 3 Memory module combina
43. Close the LCD panel Disconnect the AC adapter modem cable and network cable Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any PC Cards Express Cards and memory cards 6 Remove the battery a WS N Remove a PC Card To remove a PC Card 1 Release the eject button by pressing the PC Card eject button once 2 Ejectthe PC Card by pressing the eject button again Removing an ExpressCard To remove an ExpressCard 1 Push the ExpressCard all the way into the notebook Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 5 2 Pull the ExpressCard all the way out of the notebook Removing a memory card To remove a memory card 1 Push the memory card all the way into the notebook 2 Pull the memory card all the way out of the notebook Removing the battery To remove the battery 1 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up 2 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position Battery lock 3 Battery release latch 56 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for this notebook Tools you need to complete this task ea Phillips 0 screwdriver Locating components Memory bay To add or replace memory modules 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Loosen the memory bay cover screws these screws cannot be removed Screw Screw Screw C
44. Conference featuring a Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting enhanced Acer PrimaLite technology a Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone WLAN Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5100 5300 dual band quad mode 802 11a b g Draft N Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection featuring MIMO technology supporting Acer SignalUp with Nplify 2 wireless technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate LAN Gigabit Ethernet supporting ASF Alert Standard Format 2 0 Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval10 Wake on Ring ready 68 pin Acer EasyPort IV connector ExpressCard 54 slot PC Card slot Type II Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader1 5 in 1 card reader SD MMC MS MS PRO xD Four USB 2 0 ports HDMI port with HDCP support External display VGA port Headphone speaker line out jack Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Temperature a Operating 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C a Non operating 4 F to 149 F 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensino a Operating 20 to 80 a Non operating 20 to 80 Chapter 1 System specifications System block diagram tsa JopeaH ued 222 escainr 1J llonuoS 1J pe 1pieS te 95va NYMO LIQOHIO HOLIMS NYT SL OOL OL Wooavoss wise WALK 0 LINDYID 189 1NI HOLIMS 1x3 189 1X3 SGAT
45. DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country Canada Acer Part LX TPK0Z 003 Description TM7730 843G50Mi VB32TRCA1 MC UMACF 2G 1G 250 250 8L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR31 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth N 1 74 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part LX TPK0Z 004 Description TM7730 843G50Mi EM VB32TREA3 MC UMACF 2G 1G 2504250 8L 5R i2 FP 0 3D ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country Canada Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 005 Description TM7730 843G50Mi VB32TRCA1 MC UMACF 26 16 250 250 8 5 i2 FP 0 3D FR32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 006 Description TM7730 843G50Mi EM VB32TREA1 MC UMACF 2G 1G 250 250 8L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_ES23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4K
46. GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth N Appendix A Model definition and configuration 179 RO PA Country Canada Acer Part No LX TPLOZ 002 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi VB32TRCA1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_FR31 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth N RO PA Country Canada Acer Part No LX TPLOZ 003 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi VB32TRCA1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N 180 RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part No LX TPLOZ 004 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi EM VB32TREA3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth N Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part LX TPLOZ 005 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi EM VB32TREA1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G41G 3204320 8L 5R i2 FP 0 3D ES23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4 SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1G
47. LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 058 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TREUS MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_PL11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 213 RO EMEA Country Hungary Acer Part No LX TPLOX 059 Description 77306 844650 VHP32TRHU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_HU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part No LX TPLOX 066 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRTR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D TR22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1IxX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 214 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part No LX TPLOX 067 Description TM77306G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRTR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D TR32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5
48. LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 1 90 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part LX TPK0X 027 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRGR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EL32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Greece Acer Part No LX TPKOX 028 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRGR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EL22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Israel Acer Part No LX TPK0X 029 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRIL1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D HE11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8xXS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 191 RO EMEA Country Italy Acer Part No LX TPK0X 030 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRIT1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D IT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N
49. M2x3 IEEE 802 11 wireless card Locating components Wireless bay To replace the IEEE 802 11 wireless card 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Loosen the wireless bay cover screws these screws cannot be removed O Screw Screw Screw Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 6 7 68 3 Use the thumb notch to lift the wireless bay cover then remove it Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch Thumb notch 4 Unplug the antenna cables Note which color cable is connected to each of the connectors Important The number of antenna cables varies by the type of wireless network used by the notebook IEEE 802 11N cards typically have three antenna cables Other types of wireless network cards typically have two antenna cables DIVILA MOA 1 3 gt gt z 23 zs az 5 E eo gt of oF os Ro ag i 3 381102205 21 COMM 600 996920 2 EL gt Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 Remove the wireless card screws Screw Screw OB rarer o 6 Pull the card out of the slot 7 Move the antenna cables out of the way 8 Hold the new card at a 30 degree angle and slide it into the empty slot This card is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction If the card does not fit make sure that the notch in the card lines up with the tab in
50. Main COMMON BT 00803 024 BT 00804 020 Battery PANASONIC AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON BT 00805 011 Battery SIMPLO AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON PSS Blue Ray Disc Combo Modules BT 00807 015 BLUE RAY COMBO MODULE BLUE RAY COMBO TRAY 2X SONY BC 5500S AR Boards 6M TPLO7 001 KO 0020E 002 Lite On Conexant Unizion 1 5_3 3v AUS RD02 D330 B85247600G BLUETOOTH MODULE T60H928 11 FX 22500 021 BT 21100 005 WIRELESS LAN CARD FOXCONN T60h976 00 MINI 54 AZL07 001 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802 11BG FOXCONN BCM4312 NI 23600 029 T77H030 00 Lan Intel WLAN 512AN HMWG Shirley Peak 5100 895373 5 1 003 Lan Intel WLAN 533AN HMWG Shirley Peak MM 895401 5 1 001 Lan Intel WLAN 533AN MMWG Shirley Peak MM 895362 KI SPM01 001 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list 1 6 5 TOUCHPAD BOARD W O FP 55 TQ407 001 TOUCHPAD BOARD W FP 55 TPKO7 001 POWER BOARD 55 TPK07 002 SWITCH BOARD 55 TPK07 003 NEWCARD BOARD 55 TPK07 004 MSI VGA Card nVidia NB9P GS DDRIII 512M 800MHz 32 32 MXM II w HDCP w Intersil PowerlC MSI VGA Card nVidia NB9M GS DDRII 256M 400MHz 32 16 MXM I w HDCP w Intersil PowerlC INVERTER BOARD VG 9PG06 002 VG 9MG06 001 19 TPK07 001 Cables BLUETOOTH CABLE 50 TPK07 001 rt NEW CARD CABLE 50 TPK07 002 Rich
51. N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 183 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPK0X 006 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRZA2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT GL 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EN16 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPK0X 007 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VHP32TRZA1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Denmark Acer Part LX TPK0X 008 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRDK1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT eL 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NO13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 1 84 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country France Acer Part LX TPK0X 009 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRFR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS
52. R e CD DA DVD RW e CD Extra CD Plus DVD RAM e CD I DVD ROM e CD ROM DVD Video e CD ROM XA CD TEXT Write Photo CD e DVD R Video CD DVD R Double Layer e DVD RW Write e DVD R e CD R e DVD R DL CD RW e DVD RW e DVD RAM Loading mechanism Tray Power Requirement Input Voltage 5V 24 Chapter 1 System specifications Blu ray drive Vendor amp model name Performance Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC 5500S AR With CD Disc With DVD Disc With Blu ray Disc Transfer rate 600 3600 KB sec 2 2 11 MB sec 9 MB sec Buffer Memory 4 5 MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable CD Formats Applicable DVD formats Applicable BD formats e BD ROM Read Read e BD ROM DL e CD Audio e DVD R e BD R CD Extra e DVD RW e BD R DL e CD I FMV e DVD ROM e BD RE e CD ROM e DVD Video e BD RE DL e CD ROM e Multi Border CD TEXT e Multi session Photo CD Video CD Write e DVD R Write DVD R Double Layer e CD R e DVD RW e CD RW e DVD R e DVD R DL e DVD RW e DVD RAM Loading mechanism Tray Power Requirement Input Voltage 5V LCD Vendor amp model name Screen Diagonal AUO B170PWO06 V2 17 inches 431 8 mm AUO B170PWO06 V3 17 inches 431 8 mm Active Area horizontal x vertical mm 14 45 x 9 03 inches 367 2 x 229 5 mm 14 45 x 9 03 inches 367 2 x 229 5 Display resolution pixels
53. Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 Remove the graphics by following the steps in Replacing the graphics card on page 61 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in remove the wireless card from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Remove the modem by following the instructions in Replacing the modem on page 117 Remove the system board by following the instructions in Replacing the system board on page 120 Turn the system board so the bottom is facing up Remove the cooling assembly by following the instructions in Replacing the cooling assembly on page 124 Use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the processor lock screw 1 2 turn counter clockwise Chapter 3 Replacing noteb
54. Replacing the processor on page 129 Replace the cooling assembly by following the steps in Replacing the cooling assembly on page 124 Insert the new system board into the notebook Replace the screws removed in Step 12 Connect the Bluetooth and Express Card cables Replace the modem by following the instructions in Replacing the modem on page 117 Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Replace the graphics card by following the steps in Replacing the graphics card on page 61 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 28 Ifthe notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 29 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 123 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the cooling assembly Tools you need to complete this task aR Flat blade driver GM
55. Test or replace the LCD Test or replace the system board The LCD screen is unreadable Missing pels in characters The screen appears abnormal The wrong color is displayed Reconnect the LCD connector Check the LCD inverter ID Test or replace the LCD cable Test or replace the LCD inverter Test or replace the LCD Test or replace the system board Check the LCD inverter ID Test or replace the LCD cable Test or replace the LCD inverter Test or replace the LCD Test or replace the system board The LCD is displaying extra horizontal or vertical lines Indicator Indicator incorrectly remains off or on e Reconnect the inverter board but system runs correctly Athena What Test or replace the LCD inverter indicator What relationship does it Test or replace the system board to the inverter Power Symptm Ero Actionin Sequence The notebook shuts down during Test the power source battery pack and power operation adapter See Testing the power system on page 138 Replace the battery pack Test or replace the power adapter Test or replace the system board The notebook doesn t turn on Test the power source battery pack and power adapter See Testing the power system on page 138 Replace the battery pack Test or replace the power adapter Test or replace the system board 1 48 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
56. W CCD 6M TPK07 003 LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA Glare B170PW06 V2 LF 220nit 8ms LK 17105 009 LCD SAMSUNG 17 1 WXGA Glare LTN170BT07 G01 LF 220nit 8ms 500 1 LK 17106 004 LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA Glare LP171WP4 TLR1 LF 220nit 8ms LK 17108 011 LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 3WIRE NON GLARE W CCD 6M TPK07 004 LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA None Glare B170PWO6 V3 LF 220nit 8ms LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit 8ms LK 17105 008 LK 17108 012 LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 2WIRE NON GLARE W CCD 6M TPK07 005 Main Boards MAINBOARD DIS PM45 ICH9 GL DDR2 W CARD REEADER W O CPU RAM LF MB TQ506 001 MAINBOARD UMA GM45 ICH9 GL DDR2 W CARD REEADER W O CPU RAM LF MAINBOARD DIS PM45 ICH9 GL DDR3 W CARD REEADER W O CPU RAM LF MB TQ406 001 MB TQ506 002 Memory Cards SO DIMM DDRII667 512MB NT512T64UH8BOFN 37C 0 09UNNANYA Memory HYNIX SO DIMM DDRII 667 512MB HYMP164S64CP6 Y5 LF KN 51203 032 KN 5120G 024 Memory SAMSUNG SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M47012864QZ3 CE6 LF KN 1GBOB 016 Memory HYNIX SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HYMP112S64CP6 Y5 LF MEMORY HYNIX SO DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125S64CP8 Y5 LF KN 1GB0G 012 KN 2GB0G 004 Memory SAMSUNG SO DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M470T15663QZ3 CE6 LF KN 2GBO0B 003 Memory ELPIDA SO DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB EBJ11UE6BAUO AE E LF Memory SAMSUNG SO DIMM DDRIII 1066 1GB M471B2874DZ1 CF8 LF KN 1GB09 009 KN 1GBOB 019 Memory SAM
57. button Palm rest Click buttons Keyboard Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the notebook s functions and components Refer to the Generic User Guide for more details Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording Available on select models only Easy launch Buttons for launching frequently used programs Refer to the Generic User Guide buttons for more details Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse Status indicators Click buttons left center and right Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the notebook s functions and components The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons Note The center button serves as Acer BioProtect fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4 way control function Available on select models only Keyboard For entering data into your notebook Palm rest Power button Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the notebook Turns the notebook on and off Empowering key Productivity keys Launch Acer Empowering Technology Three productivity keys give users one touch access to protection and manageability features for a more secure smarter and easier way to work Refer to the Generic User Guide for more details Chap
58. in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu 36 Chapter 2 System utilities a In any menu you can load default settings by pressing F9 You can also press F10 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 information carefully when ma end changes to parameter values System information differs by model BIOS Setup Utility screens Note The screens shown in this section are for informational purposes only Screen information varies by model features ordered and location Information screen The Information screen displays a summary of your notebook hardware information CPU Type CPU Speed Shows the CPU type and speed Shows the CPU speed IDEO Model Name Shows the model name of the Hard Disk Drive HDD installed on the primary IDE master IDEO Serial Number Shows the serial number of the HDD installed on the primary IDE master IDE1 Model Name Shows the model name of the HDD installed on the secondary IDE master IDE1 Serial Number Shows the serial number of the HDD installed on the secondary IDE master ATAPI Model Name Shows the model name of the optical device installed in the notebook System BIOS Version Show
59. is facing up 8 Close the keyboard compartment by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 9 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 83 Replacing the LCD assembly Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver am Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom To replace the LCD assembly o Scribe or non marring 1131 4 2 5 6 5 Hinge top 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Open the memory bay by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 3 Open the wireless bay by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 4 Ifthe notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 5 Taking care to note the cables routing and positions as they are installed from Acer slide the antenna cables out of the wireless bay 84 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Remove the screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinges to the chassis Screw Screw O Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard b
60. is facing up 4 Open the LCD panel to the fully opened position 5 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver under each of the hinge covers and gently pry them up 78 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 10 11 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver under each end of the keyboard cover and gently pry it up Pull the cover off the notebook by lifting the back corners of the cover Be careful to not damage the LCD panel Replace the keyboard cover by first inserting the tabs located on the front of the cover into the slots provided then pressing down on the back Press down on the cover in several places until it clicks in place The cover is correctly mounted when you can run you finger along the cover and find no loose spots The cover should be flat all the way across Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced your notebook could be damaged when you try to close the LCD panel Close the LCD panel Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up Replace the screws removed in Step 2 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 7 9 Replacing the keyboard Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool em Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover To replace the keyboard 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the keyboard cover by followin
61. password the value of User Password changes to Set 5 When you are done press F10 to save your password and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Removing a Password To remove a password 1 Press T or J to highlight Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password then press ENTER The Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password box opens Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2 Typethe current password in the Enter Current Password field then press ENTER 3 Press ENTER twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields After removing the password the value of Supervisor Password changes to Clear 4 When you are done press F10 to save your password and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Changing a Password To change a password 1 Press T or to highlight Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password then press ENTER The Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password box opens Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password Chapter 2 System utilities 43 44 2 3 4 Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field then press ENTER Note If you enter an incorrect current password the screen displays the following Setup Warning Invalid Password Re Enter Password Continue Press ENTER then re enter the current password Type a pa
62. the card slot Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 6 9 70 9 Replace the screws removed in Step 5 10 Reattach the antenna cables to the connectors 3 3 un z gt o O 52 P E z 2 f E o z z 2 gt i 3 JLLS VW 600 996920 Wa DUVET E 11 Replace the wireless bay cover then tighten the cover screws Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the CMOS battery Important Use only CMOS batteries designed for this notebook Tools you need to complete this task aR Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool ea Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 2 chrome M2x3 IEEE 802 11 wireless card Locating components CMOS battery bay To replace the CMOS battery 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the optional IEEE 802 11 wireless card by following the instructions in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 7 1 72 3 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver or non marring tool under the old battery and gently pry it up until it pops out of the socket 4 sure that the positive side of the new battery is facing up then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place 5 Replace the optional IEEE 802 11
63. 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 Contents Chapter 1 System specifications Feat les s rasusapa sls Bee Sk hol Re 09 uyaq a odin sh 2 System block esum rur eL UePE UE eU HU S 5 The Acernotebook tourn seieren uq EE pe Py eed RN 6 LGD patiel Pa EN UE u SS aO 6 a rr aeos tue s Apa Pawsa d rated 7 doge p wv Shen eae pe Sak basa Ou DCUM 8 Delta MM THERE 9 Melam M 10 REAT e tasu t u lap s naynipa o b or A 10 BOUOMNVICW aD athe cence hg at Wa Susu tite acide ee 11 or ione 12 Easy lauinch B ttons es est beatae aoe Ser eee ode 13 To chpad BASICS as eek ebbe e loda edd 14 Using the 14 Hardware specifications and configurations 18 eum 18 inte Ae ha Qha ias Yun a Ghat tren Stn ohh Breed 18 BIOS LL 18 Memo ed ue oe od we ee omen SR ED A rea 19 Hard DISK Dres ceux vere Re np RS PIT
64. 0 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_IT14 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 043 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRTR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D TR12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 231 RO EMEA Country Turkey Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 044 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRTR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_TR42 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 045 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D AR24 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 046 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR24 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2
65. 02 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 1 1 Replacing the ExpressCard NewCard assembly Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver Scribe or non marring tool Gm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 BALL 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top 111111 1111 111111 E 1111 1 black M2 5x8 4 black M2 5x4 Palm 16 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard plate Rest top Palm rest bottom hil 11 11 3 black M2 5x5 Palm 2 black M2 5x3 Palm 2 black M2 5x4 Express rest bottom rest bottom Card assembly To replace the Express Card assembly 112 1 2 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 If the notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing
66. 10J Heatsinks KH 32004 001 THERMAL MODULE 60 TPKO7 006 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list 169 Keyboards Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black US KB INTOO 627 International Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black US KB INTOO 628 International Hebrew Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black UK KB INTOO 629 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Turkish KB INTOO 630 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Thailand KB INT00 631 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Swiss G KB INT00 632 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Swedish KB INT00 633 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Spanish KB INT00 634 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Slovak KB INT00 635 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black SLO CRO KB INT00 636 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Russian KB INT00 637 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Portuguese KB INT00 638 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Polish KB INT00 639 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Norwegian KB INTOO 640 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Korean KB INT00 642 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Japanese KB INT00 643 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Italian KB INTOO 644 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Hungarian KB INT00 647 K
67. 12 Replace the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly then replace the screws removed in Step 5 13 Make sure the black touchpad connector clip is swung upward insert the cable into the connector then swing the clip down to lock the connector in place Important The cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band is facing up 14 Connect the finger print reader cable to the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 07 108 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the button board Tools you need to complete this task _
68. 1440 x 900 WXGA 1440 x 900 WXGA Pixel Pitch mm 0 01 x 0 01 inches 0 255 x 0 255 mm 0 01 x 0 01 inches 0 255 x 0 255 Pixel Arrangement R G B Vertical Stripe R G B Vertical Stripe Display Mode Normally White Normally White Rise Time Fall Time Typical White Luminance 220 cd m typical 220 cd m typical also called Brightness 187 cd m minimum 187 cd m minimum Luminance Uniformity 1 2 max 1 2 max Contrast Ratio 500 typical 400 typical Response Time Optical 8 ms 8 ms Chapter 1 System specifications 25 Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption 3 3 typical 8 Watt maximum 3 3 typical 8 Watt maximum Weight without inverter 700 grams maximum 700 grams maximum Physical Size 15 0 x 9 6 x 0 25 inches 382 7 x 247 0 x 6 7 mm 15 0 x 9 6 x 0 25 inches 382 7 x 245 0 x 6 7 mm Electrical Interface 2 channel LVDS 2 channel LVDS Surface Glare Anti glare Support Color 262K colors RGB 6 Bit 262K colors RGB 6 Bit Viewing Angle Horizontal 45 Right 45 Left Vertical 20 Upper 30 Lower Horizontal 45 Right 45 Left Vertical 20 Upper 30 Lower Temperature Range Operating 32 122 F 0 50 C Storage 4 140 F 20 60 C Operating 32 122 F 0 50 Storage 4 140 F 20 60 C Vendor amp model name CMO N170C2 LG LP171WP4
69. 2 5 5 Keyboard cover 1 E 1 black M2 5x8 Keyboard plate hil 3 black M2 5x5 Palm rest bottom r 4 2 black M2 5x8 Speaker Left hil 3 black M2 5x4 Button board 11 2 2 5 6 5 Hinge bottom 1111 4 black 2 5 4 Palm Rest top 11 2 black M2 5x3 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x4 Touchpad button board fingerprint assembly Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components LALALA 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 111111 111111 11141 16 2 5 6 5 Palm rest bottom TE 3 black M2 5x5 Speaker Right 4 chrome M3x3 Touchpad cover To replace the palm rest 1 2 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 If the notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the screw holding the keyboard plat
70. 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPLOX 068 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRME3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 069 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRME2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D AR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 070 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRME6 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 215 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 071 Description TM77306G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRME9 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D F
71. 73 Replace the graphics card by following the steps in Replacing the graphics card on page 61 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the processor Tools you need to complete this task SS Flat blade driver OR J 0 screwdriver Additional materials you need to complete this task a X 23 7762 thermal grease Screws removed during this task Riis 4 black M2 5x8 graphics card 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge bottom LLALA 4 black M2 5x4 Palm Rest top 11 2 black M2 5x3 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Cooling assembly Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 11 2 chrome M2x3 IEEE 802 11 wireless card LALALA 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 4454533324 111111 1111 16 2 5 6 5 Palm rest bottom 1 1 black M2 5x3 Modem Scribe or non marring tool 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover 4 1 black M2 5x8 Keyboard plate 111 3 black M2 5x5 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 System board 129 To replace the processor 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 130 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55
72. 730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRDK1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NO13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1IxX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 200 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 020 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRME2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_AR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPLOX 021 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRME6 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L SR CB i2 FP 0 3D EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSMB8XS Wireless SP1Ix2MIMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 022 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRME9 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 023 Description TM7730
73. 7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRBE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_NL13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 209 RO EMEA Country Holland Acer Part No LX TPLOX 052 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRNL1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NL12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Spain Acer Part No _ 061 Description 77306 844650 VHP32TRES1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 210 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 060 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TREU3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration
74. 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRME3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSMS8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 208 RO EMEA Country France Acer Part No LX TPLOX 049 Description TM77306G 844G50Bi VHP32TRFR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Germany Acer Part LX TPLOX 050 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRDE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D DE13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Luxembourg Acer Part No LX TPLOX 053 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRLU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D IT42 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Belgium Acer Part No LX TPLOX 051 Description TM
75. 844G32Mi VHP32TRNL1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_NL12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 197 RO EMEA Country Czech Acer Part No LX TPLOX 016 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRCZ1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_SK11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Luxembourg Acer Part No LX TPLOX 028 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRLU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D IT42 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 198 RO EMEA Country Norway Acer Part No LX TPLOX 029 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRNO1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NO12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Sweden Finland Acer Part No LX TPLOX 030
76. 8X UJ 870A LF W O bezel SATA TB ODD HLDS Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL 8X GSA T50N LF W O bezel SATA FW RPO5 ODD HLDS Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL 8X GSA T50N LF W O bezel SATA Malaysia FW RP05 KU 0080D 029 KU 0080D 034 168 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list HDDs Hard Disk Drives HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 120GB T9120817AS Corsair SATA LF FAW 3 AAA KH 12001 032 HDD TOSHIBA 5400rpm 120GB MK1246GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F W LB213J KH 12004 007 HDD HGST 5400rpm 120GB HTS542512K9SA00 Bronco B SATA II LF FAV C31P KH 12007 014 HDD WD 5400rpm 120GB WD1200BEVS 22UST0 ML125 SATA LF FAV 01 01A01 KH 12008 019 HDD 160G ST9160827AS 9DG133 188 STN B S SEAGATE FAV 3 AAA KH 16001 029 HDD TOSHIBA 5400rpm 160GB MK1646GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F W LB113J KH 16004 002 HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 160GB HTS542516K9SA00 Bronco B SATA II LF FAW C31P KH 16007 016 HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 250GB ST9250827A8 Corsair SATA LF F W 3 AAA KH 25001 011 HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 250GB MK2546GSX Leo BS SATA I LF FAW LBO13J KH 25004 001 HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA Il HGST HTS542525K9SA00 LF FAW C31P HDD WD 2 5 IN 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVS 22USTO ML125 SATA LF F W 01 01A01 KH 25007 011 KH 25008 018 HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT 22ZCTO ML160 SATA LF FAW 11 01A11 KH 32008 013 HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 320GB MK3252GSX Virgo BS SATA LF F AW LV0
77. BII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part No LX TPKOX 004 Description TM7730 843G50Mi EM VHP32TREA1 MC UMACF 2G 1G 250 250 8L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part No LX TPKOX 005 Description TM7730 843G50Mi EM VHP32TREA3 MC UMACF 2G 1G 250 250 8L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_ES21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N Appendix A Model definition and configuration 177 RO PA Country USA Acer Part No LX TPLOX 001 Description TM77306G 843G64Mi VHP32TRUS1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth N RO PA Country Canada Acer Part No LX TPLOX 002 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi VHP32TRCA2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR31 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS H
78. BII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1Ix2MIMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country ACLA Portuguese Acer Part No LX TPLOZ 006 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi EM VB32TRXC1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_XC25 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country USA Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 008 Description TM7730 864G32Mi VB32TRUS1 MC UMACF 2 2G 320 BT 8L 5R CB_i3_FP_0 3D_EN33 CPU C2DP8600 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP3x3MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 181 RO PA Country USA Acer Part No LX TPLOZ 007 Description TM7730G 864G32Mi VB32TRUS1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i3_FP_0 3D_EN33 CPU C2DP8600 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP3X3MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Norway Acer Part LX TPLOX 006 Description TM77306G 844G50Bi VHP32TRNO1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NO12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5
79. C UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_HU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPK0X 023 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TREU3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6GL 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 189 RO EMEA Country Slovenia Croatia Acer Part No LX TPK0X 024 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRSI1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EN12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Portugal Acer Part LX TPK0X 025 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRPT1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D 12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Spain Acer Part LX TPKOX 026 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRES1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D ES22 CPU C2DP8400
80. DD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N 178 RO PA Country ACLA Portuguese Acer Part No LX TPLOX 003 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi EM VHP32TRXC1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 26 16 320 320 8 5 i2 FP 0 3D XC22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth N Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part LX TPLOX 004 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi EM VHP32TREA1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1Ix2MIMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country ACLA Spanish Acer Part No LX TPLOX 005 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi EM VHP32TREA3 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_ES21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N320GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country USA Acer Part No LX TPLOZ 001 Description TM7730G 843G64Mi VB32TRUS1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2G 1G 320 320 8L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_EN33 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2
81. Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system Test or replace the system board Failing Bits nnnn Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the BIOS ROM Test or replace the system board Fixed Disk n Invalid System Configuration Data None Test or replace the BIOS ROM Test or replace the system board I O device IRQ conflict Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system Test or replace the system board Operating system not found 142 Run the BIOS Setup Utility and see if fixed disk and drive A are properly identified Test or replace the diskette drive Test or replace the hard disk drive Test or replace the system board Chapter 4 Troubleshooting No beep error messages No beep power on indicator turns off Test the power source battery pack and power and LCD is blank adapter See Testing the power system on page 138 Make sure that every connector is connected tightly and correctly Reconnect the SO DIMM Test or replace the LED board Test or replace the system board No beep power on indicator turns on Test the power source battery pack and power and LCD is blank adapter See Tes
82. ES ede ts 20 DVD CDRW tiVe a sicat whe ae dere ke ba RENE 22 DVD DUIBer seca Sorte tiene t PU 23 Bl ieray OtlVe sacs o out end ob ub s dee ent 25 MD 25 last a h a Ghent ded aren ante Q Q 28 Video SUBSYSTEM eet we RE ates Ree Pe delet 28 Keyboards neci ahi eee UU RS bo duh 29 Poiriting device ceu ae edie ead oe aes WE RIS SU peque 29 Memory card 29 PCMCIA SUE 29 Expresscard NewCGard mr eem RAT 29 ANUGIO 4 mede ER TAE T ma ed 30 MEGA ANa eitis hee hA Sms kola Su eats o AL 30 Bl etoothi9s us ntt Eater A Lee e Np C a s 30 Wireless LAN ms fine ke bk te ra eo AP eO o src bs 31 Modema T arare T 31 WIS Bes Yam bas tuse de Spa Ol e Aa a he 31 Buttons Indicators Ports 31 Fingerpribit reader us cv esr t 32 eos oS secret ra ste et tee er ae EO m VA SEE Edu e 32 a ts de rag eA OR ase t enr aspi xa aen rd d 32 Battery o aie os ox eee ute oda ont dara edel diis AIR 33 Power supay ne coo d I REL ME Ser edes 33 POWERSAVINGS exa a e ue ere xd va TW EEUU e Raus Ed 33 Chapter 2 System utilities 35 BIOS Setup UI pn ofr rtt reet ete NA Ed tef 36 Navigating the BIOS Setup Utilitly 36 BIOS Setup Utility screens
83. G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRME2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_AR13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 201 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 024 Description TM77306G 844G32Mi EM VHP32TRME2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Switzerland Acer Part No LX TPLOX 025 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRCH1 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D 1742 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 202 RO EMEA Country UK Acer Part No LX TPLOX 045 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRGB1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN14 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part
84. Graphics card bay To replace the graphics card 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 61 2 Loosen the graphics bay cover screws these screws cannot be removed Screw Screw Screw 3 Usethe thumb notch to lift the graphics card bay cover then remove it Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch Thumb notch 4 Remove the graphics card screws Screw Screw 233325 i Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 62 5 Pull the card out of the slot 6 Remove any thermal grease residue from the cooling assembly using a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol Thermal grease 7 Place new thermal grease on the graphics card Use only enough to cover the graphics processor die 8 Hold the new card at a 30 degree angle and slide it into the empty slot This card is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction If the card does not fit make sure that the notch in the card lines up with the tab in the card slot 9 Replace the screws removed in Step 4 10 Replace the graphics card bay cover then tighten the cover screws Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 6 3 Replacing the primary hard drive Tools you need to complete this task e Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 4 chrome M3x3 5 Hard drive bracket Locating components P
85. Mouse Logitech First Wheel Mouse Dell Dell by Logitech Dell Internet Navigator Keyboard Dell Smart Card Keyboard HP USB Optical Austin Mouse Belkin Miniglow Optical USB Mouse HP USB Optical Mouse RB129AA USB Speaker Joystick Aiwa Multimedia Digital Speaker SC UC78 Panasonic USB Speaker EAB MPC57USB USB Storage Drive lomega USB Zip 250MB Transcend 80G HDD Plextor DVD R RW LG DVD R RW Sony DVD R RW USB Camera Intel Easy PC Camera A20953 001 Orange Micro USB 2 0 Web Cam USB HUB and Others A TEN UH 204 IOGEAR 4 Port Hub Corega CG WLUSBST11 USB Printer Scanner HP 450WBT Deskjet Printer USB Flash Drive Sony Memory Key 128MB Sony Micro Vault Pro USD 5G IBM 128MB Memory Key IBM 512MB Memory Key Apacer Handy Drive Apacer The USB Flash Drive 256MB USB ODD Logitec CDRW DVDROM combo LG DVD R RW Sony DVD R RW 1394 Camera Sony DV TRV10 Access Point 802 11a Intel Pro Wireless 5000 NetGear HE 102 Access Point 802 11g D Link Building Networks People WiFi Certified a b g Wireless 108AG Access Point 802 11n Belkin NTMIMO Wireless Router High Performance wireless 802 11n Bluetooth Device Sony Ericsson Wireless Headset Sony Ericsson T610 X Bridge Bluetooth Access Point BT300 236 Appendix B Test compatible components PCMCIA Test LAN Modem Card Storage Card TDK CardBus Ethernet 10 100 32 Bit CBE 10 100BTX Hitachi Microdrive 4G 1394 Card USB2 0 Card Buff
86. N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 051 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_AR13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 234 Appendix A Model definition and configuration TravelMate 7730 7730G Test compatible components This notebook s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer s internal testing department All of its system functions are tested under Windows XP Home Windows XP Pro environment Refer to the following lists for components adapter cards and peripherals which have passed these tests Regarding configuration combination and test procedures please refer to the Travelmate 7730 7730G series Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department Microsoft Windows Vista Environment Test Athena Is this the correct test environment list CRT Port Test CRT Monitor Acer 211c 21 ViewSonic G220F ViewSonic PF790 19 LCD Monitor Acer FP751 17 TFT LCD Acer AL1521 Acer AL1721 ViewSonic VD201b Westinghouse W37G HP LP2065 HP 9500 Projector Dell 3300MP USB Port Test USB Keyboard Mouse X Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Dell USB Keyboard Logicool USB Mouse OWCM USB Logitech USB Wheel
87. N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 2 3 2 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPK0Z 047 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME6 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN16 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 048 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D AR25 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 049 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME9 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 233 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 050 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME6 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN17 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB
88. 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 1 System specifications 33 34 Chapter 1 System specifications TravelMate 7730 7730G System utilities a BIOS Setup Utility a BIOS Flash utility a Removing a password lock BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into the notebook s BIOS Basic Input Output System The notebook was shipped already properly configured and optimized However if the user encounters configuration problems you may need to run Setup Note Also see Chapter 4 Troubleshooting on page 135 and Chapter 5 Clearing password check and BIOS recovery on page 158 when problems arise To run the BIOS Setup Utility 1 Turn on the notebook You will see Press F2 to enter Setup at the bottom of the screen 2 PressF2 The BIOS Setup Utility opens Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility There are six menu options in the BIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Intel Security Boot and Exit To use the BIOS Setup Utility a Tochoose a menu use the left and right arrow keys a choose an item use the up T and down J arrow keys a Tochange the value of a parameter press F5 or F6 a Aplus sign indicates the item has sub items Press Enter to expand this item a Press Esc while you are
89. R22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No _ 072 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRME2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 250 250 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_AR13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1IxX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 216 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part No LX TPLOX 073 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi EM VHP32TRME2 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 2504250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Switzerland Acer Part LX TPLOX 074 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRCH1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 26 250 250 6 5 i2 FP 0 3D IT42 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NBDCB2XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country UK Acer Part No LX TPLOX 075 Description TM7730G 844G50Bi VHP32TRGB1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 26 250
90. S HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSMS8XS Wireless SP1x2MIMW Bluetooth N Appendix A Model definition and configuration 175 RO PA Country ACLA Portuguese Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 007 Description TM7730 843G50Mi EM VB32TRXC1 MC UMACF 2G41G 2504250 8L 5R i2 FP 0 3D XC25 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country USA Acer Part No LX TPKOX 001 Description TM7730 843G50Mi VHP32TRUS1 MC UMACF 2G41G 2504250 8L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D EN32 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth N 176 RO PA Country Canada Acer Part No LX TPK0X 002 Description TM7730 843G50Mi VHP32TRCA2 MC UMACF 2G 1G 250 250 8L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_FR31 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth N Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO PA Country ACLA Portuguese Acer Part LX TPK0X 003 Description TM7730 843G50Mi EM VHP32TRXC1 MC UMACF 2G41G 2504250 8L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D XC22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO1G
91. SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Germany Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 018 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRDE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D DE13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 221 RO EMEA Country Germany Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 019 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRDE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D DE14 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Belgium Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 020 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRBE1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D NL13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Luxembourg Acer Part LX TPK0Z 021 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRLU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D IT42 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0
92. SUNG SO DIMM DDRIII 1066 2GB M471B5673DZ1 CF8 LF KN 2GBOB 005 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list 171 Miscellaneous Richard Need Graphic NAME PLATE TM7730 40 TPK07 001 Richard Need Graphic LCD RUBBER 1 LCD RUBBER 2 LOWER CASE FOOT STAND 47 TPK07 001 47 TPK07 002 47 AGW07 004 Screws SCREW M2 0 2 5 I BUWZN 86 TPKO7 001 SCREW M3 0 3 5 I BUWZN IRON 86 TPKO7 002 SCREW M3 0 543 5l 86 A03V7 006 SCREW M2 5 6 5 I BZN NYLOK RED 86 ARE07 001 SCREW M2 5 5 0 I BZN 86 ARE07 003 SCREW M2 5 3 0 I BZN 86 TPK07 003 SCREW 2 5 8 1 BNI NYLOK 86 T48V7 001 Speakers lt Richard Need SPEAKER 23 TPK07 001 Graphic Richard Need MIC 23 TPK07 002 Graphic Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list 172 TravelMate 7730 7730G Model definition and configuration RO PA Country USA Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 001 Description TM7730 843G50Mi VB32TRUS1 MC UMACF 2G 1G 250 250 8L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_EN33 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO1GBII6 HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N250GB5 4KS ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth N RO PA Country USA Acer Part LX TPK0Z 002 Description TM7730 843G50Mi VB32TRUS1 MC UMACF 26 16 250 250 80 5 i2 FP 0 3D EN34 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO
93. T 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D HU21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 225 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPK0Z 031 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TREU5 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D PL11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Hungary Acer Part LX TPK0Z 032 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRHU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D HU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPK0Z 033 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TREU3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D RU12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 2 2 6 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Slovenia Croatia Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 034 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRSI1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN11 CP
94. The pflash utility runs automatically Chapter 2 System utilities 47 Removing a password lock This section provides you with instructions to remove a hard drive or Supervisor password lock Note For more information about removing a password lock see Clearing password check and BIOS recovery on page 158 Removing a HDD password lock If you type the wrong HDD password three times in a row the error message Hdd password error code is displayed on the screen and the HDD is locked If you need to solve a HDD password locked problem you can run HDD PW EXE To remove the HDD password 1 Ona working Acer notebook click Start then Run The Run dialog box opens 2 Type cmd in the Open field then click OK 3 Typehdd pw 15494 O 4 Select 2 Upper case ASCII Code C WINDOWSA V Wystem 332 cmd exe STT password azzword dir4u Volume in drive F has no label Volume Serial Number i DAF6 8236 Directory of F password ee BIOS EXE HDD PU EXI 2 Pile lt s gt 15 354 bytes 1 2 s 487 895 8406 bytes free 1 74 P A passvord to be genereted JKJ FPNAZ RIVET Q 6 5 Choose one of the upper case strings In this example you can choose either OKJFN42 or UVEIQ96 6 Reboot the notebook that is locked then enter either OKJFN42 or UVEIQ96 for the HDD user password Removing a Supervisor password lock If you type the wrong Supervisor password three times in a row the error message System Disabled app
95. U C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Slovenia Croatia Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 035 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRSI1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Portugal Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 036 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRPT1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L bBR i2 FP 0 3D PT12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8xXS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 227 RO EMEA Country Spain Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 037 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRES1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6GL 5R i2 FP 0 3D ES22 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country UK Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 056 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRGB1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN15 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wi
96. W COMBO BEZEL 42 TPK07 005 ODD BEZEL SUPER MULTI 42 TPK07 006 HDD BRACKET ASSY 33 TPK07 002 HDD COVER 1 ASSY W RUBBER HDD COVER 2 ASSY W RUBBER 42 TPK07 003 42 TPK07 004 Richard Need Graphic HDD CONNECTOR Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list 20 TPK07 001 167 LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 3 60 TPK07 003 LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 2 60 TPK07 005 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60 TPK07 004 LCD BRACKET W HINGE R 33 TPK07 003 LCD BRACKET W HINGE L 33 TPK07 004 CCD BRACKET 33 TPK07 005 CPUs Processors CPU Intel Core2Dual T9600 PGA 2 8G 6M 1066 35W KC 96001 DTP CPU Intel Core2Dual T9400 PGA 2 53G 6M 1066 35W CPU Intel Core2Dual P8600 PGA 2 4G 1066 25W 3M KC 94001 DTP KC 86001 DPP CPU Intel Core2Dual P8400 PGA 2 26G 3M 1066 25W CPU Intel Core2Dual P9500 PGA 2 53G 6M 1066 25W KC 84001 DPP KC 95001 DPP DVD CDRW Combo Modules DVD CDRW COMBO MODULE 6M TPKO7 001 TOSHIBA COMBO Tray DL 24X TS L463A LF W O bezel SATA KO 02401 006 SONY COMBO Tray DL 24X CRX890S LF W O bezel SATA KO 0240E 009 DVD RW Drives DVD RW SUPER MULTI SATA MODULE 6M TPKO7 002 TOSHIBA Super Multi DRIVE Tray DL 8X TS L633A LF W O bezel SATA KU 00801 021 PIONEER Super Multi DRIVE Tray DL 8X DVR TDO8RS LF W O bezel SATA KU 00805 044 PANASONIC Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL
97. acing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 4 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 6 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 7 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 8 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 9 Remove the screws securing the right speaker to the palm rest Screw Screw Screw 10 Remove the screws securing the left speaker to the palm rest Screw Screw m d 11 Carefully lift the microphone out of its holder and put the new microphone in its place 1 04 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Replace the left speaker then replace the screws removed in Step 10 Replace the right speaker then replace the screws removed in Step 9 Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace th
98. acing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Remove the modem by following the instructions in Replacing the modem on page 117 Remove the system board by following the instructions in Replacing the system board on page 120 Turn the system board so the bottom is facing up Disconnect the fan from the system board Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plugs out of the connectors Fan connector Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 2 5 14 Remove the screws as shown and loosen the captive screws that secure the cooling assembly to the system board Caution When loosening or removing the cooling assembly s screws in the numbered holes loosen them in reverse numerical order Captive screw Removable screw Removable screw Captive Captive screw screw 15 Remove the old cooling assembly 16 Remove any thermal grease residue from the processor using a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol 17 Place new thermal grease on the processor Use only enough to cover the CPU die 1 2 6 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components
99. ad to move the cursor a Pressthe left and right 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 Execute Quickly click twice Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold then use Tap twice at the same speed finger on the touchpad to as double clicking a mouse drag the cursor button rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access context Click once menu Note When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement The lighter the touch the better the response Tapping too hard does not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Using the keyboard The keyboard has tull sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad separate cursor lock Windows function and special keys 1 4 Chapter 1 System specifications Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off Scroll lock lock Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Scroll Lock Fn lt 12 gt 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 do
100. alize notebook docking optional 1 46 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting C7h Initialize notebook docking late C8h Force check optional C9h Extended checksum optional D2h Unknown interrupt Chapter 4 Troubleshooting EOh 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 FOh Initialize interrupt vectors Fih 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 147 Symptom to FRU error messages LCD The LCD backlight doesn t work The LCD is too dark The LCD brightness cannot be adjusted The LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Reconnect the LCD connectors Test or replace the keyboard if contrast and brightness function key doesn t work Check the LCD inverter ID Test or replace the LCD cable Test or replace the LCD inverter
101. alo 1394 Interface Cardbus IFC ILCB DV IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10 100 Wireless Lan Card Not recommended for wireless ready model Cisco Wireless LAN Card 802 11a NETGEAR Wireless LAN card 802 11a ISDN Card Toshiba Type B for Bluetooth 128K ISDN Card GPRS Card Vodafone QL1ACC 21581 3G GPRS card Sony Ericsson GC83 GPRS card Sony Ericsson GC89 GPRS card ExpressCard Test Express Card Abcom 5 in 1 Adapter ExpressCard Reader Abcom GigaLan ExpressCard Sunix ECF2400 2 Ports 1394A ExpressCard Memory Card Test SD MS MMC SM CF Microdrive XD SD Card Apacer 128 256MB SanDisk 256MB Apacer 2GB 150x Hi Speed KINGMAX 1GB 66x Hi Speed SanDisk 1GB RiDATA 4GB SD PRO Memory Card MS Card Sony 512 MS PRO Lexar 512MB MS PRO Lexar 1GB MS PRO Sony 2GB MS PRO MMC Card SanDisk 32MB Transcend 64 128MB Transcend 256MB SanDisk RS MMC 128MB PQI RS MMC 256MB Transcend 512MB A DATA Turbo 200X 2GB MMC Card XD Card Apacer 256 512MB SanDisk 2GB Olympus 512MB CF Card Apacer 256 512 SanDisk 2GB Appendix B Test compatible components 237 2 3 8 Appendix B Test compatible components TravelMate 7730 7730G Online support information This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems If you are a distributor dealer ASP or TPM please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch
102. ample rate All ADCs support 44 1k 48k 96k sample rate Internal microphone Yes Internal speaker Quantity 2 2 W speakers Features 97dB SNR DACs amp 90dB SNR ADCs e Enable VoIP function Wired LAN Mem Specification LAN Chipset Broadcom 5764M Supports LAN protocol 10 100 1000 Mbps LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side Features Integrated 10 100 1000 BASE T transceiver PCle v1 1 compliant Wake on LAN support meeting ACPI requirements Supports Alert Standard Format ASF v2 0 64 pin QFN package Bluetooth Chipset Foxconn TT60H928 11 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 USB 30 Chapter 1 System specifications Wireless LAN Chipset Intel Data throughput 11 54 Mbps up to 270 Mbps for Draft N Protocol e EEE 802 11a e EEE 802 11b IEEE 802 11g e IEEE 802 11 Draft N e WiMax Interface PCI E mini card socket for wireless modules Modem Chipset LSI Protocol e ITU T V 92 V 90 Data Mode with auto fallback to V 34 V 32terbo and V 32bis V 42 and MNP 2 4 error correction e V 44 V 42bis and MNP 5 data compression Send and receive rates up to 14400bps support ITU T V 17 V 29 V 27ter and V 21 Ch2 fax TIA EIA 602 Standard for AT c
103. ard Need Graphic Richard Need Graphic LCD CABLE FOR CCD CCD CABLE PWR CORD V943B30001218008 DANISH 3P 50 TPK07 003 50 TPK07 004 27 A03V7 006 PWR CORD ISR 1 8M 3PBLK 2010008 038 27 TATV7 005 PWR CORD V50CB3T3012180QD TW 110V 3 27 A99V7 002 POWER CORD SWI 1 8M 3PBLACK FZ010008 011 27 A99V7 004 POWER CORD IT 1 8M 3PBLACK FZ010008 008 27 A99V7 005 POWER CORD S A 1 8M 3BLACK FZ010008 006 27 T48V7 001 POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS 27 TAXV7 001 POWER CORD EU 1 8M 3PBLACK FM010008 010 27 TATV7 001 POWER CORD UK 1 8M 3PBLACK FP010008 013 27 TATV7 003 Cameras 166 BUS CAMERA CN0314 SN30 OV03 SUYIN 57 7 001 CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY 57 TPK07 002 Cases Covers Brackets Assemblies MIDDLE COVER 42 TPK07 001 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list UPPER CASE ASSY W TP SPEAKER MIC FFC CABLE W O FP 60 TQ407 001 UPPER CASE ASSY W TP SPEAKER FFC CABLE FOR FP 60 TPK07 001 LOWER CASE ASSY W RJ11 60 TPK07 002 RAM COVER 42 TPK07 002 KB PLATE FOR DDR3 KB PLATE FOR DDR2 SWITCH BOARD BRACKET 33 TPK07 006 33 TPK07 007 33 TPK07 008 Richard Need BASE ODD CAP VGA SUPPORT BRACKET Athena What is this bracket 42 TG607 002 33 AHS07 007 Graphic gt OPTICAL BRACKET 33 TPK07 001 NECS BD COMBO BEZEL 42 TPLO7 001 DVD CDR
104. ard disk drive is active HDD a Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated a Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated 12 Chapter 1 System specifications Easy launch buttons Located beside the keyboard are application buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are WLAN Internet email Bluetooth Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by the user To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run the Acer Launch Manager Easy launch buttons Empowering Technology Launches Acer Empowering Technology This button is user programmable Acer Arcade Wireless communication button indicator Enables disables the wireless function Indicates Launches the Acer Arcade utility the status of wireless LAN communication Web browser gt 9 Launches the Internet browser This button is user programmable Mail Bluetooth communication button indicator Chapter 1 System specifications Enables disables the Bluetooth function Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Launches the Email application This button is user programmable 13 Touchpad basics The following teaches you how to use the touchpad w Touchpad Left button Right button a Move your finger across the touchp
105. ary hard drive on page 73 3 the Athena which cover cover of the machine 4 Locate the hardware gap Athena can you help me find it on the system board Richard Need to shoot new pic once we know where the gap is 5 Usethe blade of a flat screwdriver to short the two points of the gap 1 58 Chapter 5 Jumper and connector locations 6 Plugin the power adapter while keeping the screwdriver on the gap and press the power button to turn on the notebook 7 After the BIOS POST has finished remove the tool from the gap 8 Restart the notebook Press the F2 key to enter the BIOS Setup Utility If are not prompted for a password then the BIOS passwords have been cleared If you are prompted for a password repeat the procedure Note This procedure only clears the BIOS password Supervisor password and User password It does not clear a hard drive password 9 Reassemble the notebook BIOS Recovery by Crisis Diskette BIOS Recovery Boot Block BIOS Recovery Boot Block is a special block of BIOS It is used to boot up the notebook with minimum BIOS initialization Users can enable this feature to restore the BIOS firmware to a successful one once the previous BIOS flashing process failed BIOS Recovery Hotkey The notebook provides a function hotkey Fn Esc to enable BIOS Recovery process when notebook is powered on during BIOS POST If this function is enabled the notebook forces the BIOS to enter a sp
106. board Test or replace the system board Modem The internal modem does not work Test the modem phone port correctly Test or replace the modem card Test or replace the system board Note If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains see Undetermined problems on page 153 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 1 51 Intermittent problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect These reasons include cosmic radiation electrostatic discharge or software errors FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists To analyze an intermittent problem 1 Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least ten times a error is detected replace the FRU a Ifno error is detected do not replace any FRU 2 Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors 1 52 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Undetermined problems If the diagnostic test may not identify which adapter or device failed which installed devices are incorrect whether a short circuit is suspected or whether the system is inoperative Use these procedures to isolate the failing FRU do not isolate a non defective FRU Note Verify that all attached devices are supported by the notebook Note Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating co
107. book may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed Do not use the notebook on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface 1 0 Chapter 1 System specifications Bottom view Battery lock Battery Memory bay Battery release latch Main hard Acer DASP secondary disk bay hard disk bay Battery bay Houses the notebook s battery pack Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack Hard disk bay Main E Houses the notebook s hard disk secured with screws Acer DASP Disk Anti Shock Protects the hard disk drive from shocks and bumps Protection Available on select models only Hard disk bay Secondary Houses the notebook s hard disk secured with screws Available on select models only Memory bay Houses the notebook s main memory Battery lock a Locks the battery in position Chapter 1 System specifications 11 Indicators The notebook has several easy to read status indicators Palm rest indicators Front panel indicators The front panel indicators are visible even when the notebook cover is closed Power Indicates the notebook s power status x Battery Indicates the notebook s battery status Amber battery is charging e Green battery is charged and AC adapter is plugged in Hard Disk Drive Indicates when the h
108. built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 4 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 6 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 7 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 8 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 9 Swing the black touchpad connector clip upward then lift the touchpad cables out of the connectors Be careful not to touch or damage any other components Fingerprint reader cable connector Touchpad cable connectors 10 Disconnect the finger print reader cable from the assembly Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plug out of the connector 11 Remove the screws securing the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly to the palm rest then lift the assembly out of the notebook Screw Screw Athena Does the green square touchpad board get replaced in t rocedure another procedure or not at all 1 do not see it on the Replacement Parts LIST and do not see the bracket screws in the Screw Specs
109. c See Save Test or replace the 33 N control is from the keyboard Test or replace the hard disk drive Test or replace the system board Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 1 49 The system doesn t hibernate and emits four short beeps every minute Press Fn O and see if the notebook enters hibernation mode Test or replace the touchpad Test or replace the keyboard Check the hard disk connection to the system board Test or replace the hard disk drive Test or replace the system board The notebook doesn t enter standby mode after closing the LCD Athena Why are they lookin i spec See Save to Disk S4 on page 33 Test or replace the system board The system doesn t resume from hibernation mode Athena Why are they look to Disk S4 on page 33 Check the hard disk connection to the system board Test or replace the hard disk drive Test or replace the system board at a spec See Save The system doesn t resume from standby mode after opening the LCD Athena Why are they lookj to Disk S4 on page 33 Test or replace the system board pt a spec See Save The battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn t go higher than 90 Remove the battery pack and let it cool for two hours Refresh the battery use only battery power until the notebook turns off then charge the battery Test or replace the battery pack Test or replace the syst
110. crews from the front of the LCD panel assembly Screw Screw Screw Screw P _ Screw Screw 5 Carefully separate the front and back of the LCD panel assembly 90 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 6 Remove the grounding screw from the LCD panel lid Screw 7 Remove the screws that secure the LCD panel to the LCD panel lid Screw Screw dy iid o n mun di ren Screw Screw Screw Screw 8 Remove the inverter by following the steps in Replacing the inverter on page 87 9 Remove the old LCD panel from the LCD panel lid 10 Remove the hinges from the old LCD panel and install them on the new panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD panel hinges on page 92 11 Remove the web cam from the old LCD panel and install it on the new panel by following the steps in Replacing the web cam on page 94 12 Place the new LCD panel into the LCD panel lid 13 Replace the inverter by following the steps in Replacing the inverter on page 87 14 Feed the wiring back into the hinge channels 15 Replace the screws that were removed in Step 7 16 Press the LCD panel front and back together Press the two halves together in several places until they click in place You should find no loose spots or spots where the two halves do not meet 17 Replace the LCD panel assembly screws removed in Step 4 18 Replace the rubber inserts removed in Step 3 19 Replace the LCD assembly by following the st
111. de 6 1 5 Gbit sec Ultra DMA mode 6 DC Power Requirements 1 5 Gbit sec Ultra DMA mode 6 Input Voltage 5V Chapter 1 System specifications 5V 5V 21 DVD CDRW drive Vendor amp model name Sony CRX890S Performance Specification With CD Disc With DVD Disc Transfer rate XX XX Buffer Memory 2 MB Interface SATA Applicable disc format Applicable CD Formats Read CD Audio CD DA CD Extra CD Plus CD I CD ROM CD ROM XA CD TEXT Karaoke CD Photo CD Video CD Write e CD R e CD RW Applicable DVD formats Read e DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD ROM DVD Video Loading mechanism Tray Power Requirement Input Voltage 5V Vendor amp model name Toshiba TS L463A Performance Specification With CD Disc With DVD Disc Transfer rate Buffer Memory 3600 KB s 2 MB 8 10 MB s Interface SATA Applicable disc format 22 Applicable CD Formats Read CD Audio CD DA CD Extra CD Plus CD I CD ROM CD ROM XA CD TEXT Photo CD Video CD Write e CD R CD RW Applicable DVD formats Read e DVD R e DVD RW e DVD ROM e DVD Video Chapter 1 System specifications Loading mechanism Tray Input Voltage Power Requirement DVD burner Vendor amp model name HLDS GSA T50N Performance Specification With CD Disc With DVD Disc
112. e on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in remove the wireless card from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Remove the modem by following the instructions in Replacing the modem on page 117 Disconnect the Bluetooth and Express Card cables Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plugs out of the connectors m D id Eri 5 Express Card cable connector Bluetooth card connector Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 21 122 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Remove the screws securing the old system board to the notebook Screw Turn the system board so the bottom is facing up Remove the cooling assembly from the system board by following the steps in Replacing the cooling assembly on page 124 Remove the processor from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in
113. e driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Lm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 123431 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top 442434244 1111 1111141 1111 1 2 5 8 4 black M2 5x4 Palm 16 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard plate Rest top Palm rest bottom hil 11 4 3 black M2 5x5 Palm 2 black M2 5x3 Palm 1 black M2 5x3 rest bottom rest bottom Modem To replace the modem 1 2 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 If the notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 1 7 9 Remove the screw securing the old mod
114. e hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 05 Replacing the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly Tools you need to complete this task am Flat blade driver OR Screws removed during this task 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover E 1 black M2 5x8 Keyboard plate hil 3 black M2 5x5 Palm rest bottom 4 chrome M3x3 Touchpad cover Phillips 0 screwdriver 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge bottom Riis 4 black M2 5x4 Palm Rest top 11 2 black M2 5x3 Palm rest bottom To replace the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly 1 2 106 T Scribe or non marring tool LALALA 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 111111 111111 11141 16 2 5 6 5 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x4 Touchpad button board fingerprint assembly Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 Ifthe notebook has wireless networking
115. e to the notebook then lift and remove the keyboard plate Screw Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 9 7 9 Swing the black touchpad connector clip upward then lift the touchpad cable out Fingerprint Touchpad reader connector connector 10 Disconnect the finger print reader cable from the system board Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plug out of the connector 11 Swing the black power button board connector clip upward then lift the power button cable out of the connector Be careful not to touch or damage any other components Power button connector 98 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 12 Swing the black button board connector clip upward then lift the button board cable out of the connector Be careful not to touch or damage any other components Button board connector 13 Remove the screws from the top of the palm rest Screw Screw Screw Screw 14 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 9 9 15 Disconnect the microphone and speaker cables from the system board Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently lift the plugs out of the connectors 1 00 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 16 Taking care to note the cables routing and positions as they are installed from Acer slide the microphone and speaker cables out of the wireless bay Connectors 17 Remove the screws from
116. ears on the screen and the notebook is locked If you need to solve a BIOS password locked problem you can run BIOS_PW EXE To remove the Supervisor password 1 Ona working Acer notebook click Start then Run The Run dialog box opens 2 Type cmd in the Open field then click OK 48 Chapter 2 System utilities 3 Type bios pw 14452 O WINDOWS system 3 7 comd exe icrosoft Vindows lt C gt Copyright 1985 rs Document and Settings 554 D bios 14452 1 NOU UEDIDEEO m 1 July 1997 Choose one of the strings In this example you can choose either qjjg9vy or 07yqmjd 5 Reboot the notebook that is locked then enter either qjjg9vy or 07yqmjd for the Supervisor password Chapter 2 System utilities 49 50 Chapter 2 System utilities TravelMate 7730 7730G Replacing notebook components a Preventing static electricity discharge a Preparing your work space required Preparing the notebook a Adding or replacing memory modules a Replacing the graphics card a Replacing the primary hard drive a Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card a Replacing the CMOS battery a Replacing the secondary hard drive a Replacing the optical drive a Replacing the keyboard cover a Replacing the keyboard a Replacing the power button board a Replacing the LCD assembly a Replacing the inverter a Replacing the LCD panel a Replacing the LCD panel hinges a Replacing the web cam a Replac
117. ecial BIOS block called Boot Block Important To use this function it is strongly recommended that you have the AC adapter plugged in and a charged battery in the battery bay Creating a Crisis Diskette Before completing this procedure you should prepare a Crisis Diskette The Crisis Diskette could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in another notebook Athena Can it be any notebook or does it need to be an Acer notebook Does it need to have a similar BIOS with Windows XP OS BIOS Recovery using a Crisis Diskette To complete a BIOS Recovery using a Crisis Diskette 1 Turn off the notebook 2 Connecta USB diskette drive to the notebook then insert the Crisis Diskette into the drive 3 With the notebook turned off press and hold Fn Esc then press the power button The notebook should start with Crisis BIOS Recovery process running BIOS Boot Block restores the BIOS code from the Crisis Diskette to the BIOS ROM on the notebook 4 notebook automatically restarts after the Crisis flashing process is finished The notebook should have a working BIOS At this point a user can update the BIOS to the latest version using the regular BIOS flashing process Chapter 5 Jumper and connector locations 1 59 1 60 Chapter 5 Jumper and connector locations TravelMate 7730 7730G FRU Field Replaceable Unit list a Introduction a Travelmate 7730 7730G exploded diagram a Travelmate 7730 7730G FRU list
118. ect the keyboard cable to the system board 2 Replace the keyboard 3 Replace the system board Important Do not replace a non defective FRU The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this notebook Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 1 3 7 a Numeric keypad a External keyboard If any of these devices do not work reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation Testing the memory Memory errors can stop your programs show error messages on the screen or hang the system To test the memory 1 Bootfrom the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 2 Runthe Memory Test and see if the test completes successfully 3 PressF2 the test items 4 Follow the instructions in the message window Note Make sure that each memory card is fully installed into the connector A loose connection can cause an error Testing the power system To test for a power problem 1 Turn on the notebook using each of the following power sources a Remove the battery pack connect the power adapter then make sure that the notebook turns on using AC power a Disconnect the power adapter install a charged battery pack then make sure that power is supplied by the battery pack If you suspect a power problem complete the appropriate power supply check a Check the power adapter on page 138 a Check the battery pack on page 139 Check the power adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the noteboo
119. efault configuration used Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system Test or replace the system board Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board Diskette drive A error Make sure that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in the BIOS Setup Utility See Testing the external diskette drive on page 137 Incorrect Drive A type run SETUP Make sure that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in the BIOS Setup Utility System cache error Cache disabled Test or replace the system board CPU ID Test or replace the system board DMA Test Failed Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board Software NMI Failed Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board Fail Safe Timer NMI Failed Device Address Conflict Test or replace the SO DIMM Test or replace the system board Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Replace the CMOS battery run the BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot the system Test or replace the system board Allocation Error for device Run Load Setup
120. elMate 7730 7730G System specifications Q Q Q Q Features System block diagram The Acer notebook tour Using the keyboard Hardware specifications and configurations Features Platform For TravelMate 7730 a Intel Centrino 2 processor technology featuring a Intel Core 2 Duo processor T9400 P9500 6 MB L2 cache 2 53 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 35 W 25 W T9600 6 MB L2 cache 2 80 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 35 W or higher or P8400 P8600 3 MB L2 cache 2 26 2 40 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 25 W supporting Intel9 64 architecture a Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset a Intel wireless WiFi Link 5100 5300 dual band quad mode 802 11a b g Draft N Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection featuring 1x2 or 3x3 MIMO technology supporting Acer SignalUp with Nplify 2 wireless technology For TravelMate 7730G a Intel Centrino 2 processor technology featuring a Intel Core 2 Duo processor T9400 P9500 6 MB L2 cache 2 53 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 35 W 25 W T9600 6 MB L2 cache 2 80 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 35 W or higher or P8400 P8600 3 MB L2 cache 2 26 2 40 GHz 1066 MHz FSB 25 W supporting Intel 64 architecture a Mobile Intel PM45 Express Chipset a Intel amp Wireless WiFi Link 5100 5300 dual band quad mode 802 11a b g Draft N Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection featuring MIMO technology supporting Acer SignalUp with Nplify 2 3 wireless technology System Memory a Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM support a Up
121. em board The system hangs intermittently Reconnect the hard disk drive and optical drive Check the hard disk connection to the system board Test or replace the system board Devices System configuration does not match the installed devices The external display does not work correctly Run Load Setup Defaults using the BIOS Setup Utility then reboot the notebook Reconnect the hard disk drive and optical drive Press Fn F5 repeatedly to switch between LCD external display and both displays Test or replace the system board USB does not work correctly Test or replace the ExpressCard assembly See Replacing the ExpressCard NewCard assembly on page 112 Test or replace the system board Printer problems Run the printer self test Reinstall the printer driver Test or replace the printer cable Test or replace the printer Test or replace the system board Serial or parallel port device problems 150 Reinstall the device driver Test or replace the device cable Test or replace the device Test or replace the system board Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Keyboard and touchpad Symptom Ero Adioninsequene The keyboard one or more keys does Reconnect the keyboard cable not work Test or replace the keyboard Test or replace the system board The touchpad does not work Reconnect the touchpad cable Test or replace the touchpad
122. em to the system board Screw 111090 342 083 9 Dererdde odi f a e o gt uw 5 n SOSO 215 OND YNIUN3OMHY 0020090259 21 10 Carefully lift the old modem off of the system board 118 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Disconnect the cable from the modem Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plug out of the connector Modem connector 57 J P m uus M 5 ami Connect the modem cable to the modem Insert the new modem into the socket on the system board Replace the screw removed in Step 9 Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card
123. en servicing a notebook If the symptom is not listed see Undetermined problems on page 153 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 such as 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 notebook enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error 1 40 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Index of error messages Error codes Error messages 006 Equipment Configuration Error Causes 1 CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2 IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error The causes are 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 is disabled An incorrect password was entered No error code Battery is critically low In this situation BIOS issues four short beeps then shuts the system down No message is displayed No error code Temperature is critically high In this situation BIOS shuts the system down No message is displayed Stuck Key See Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device on page 137
124. eps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 9 1 Replacing the LCD panel hinges Tools you need to complete this task E a Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Gm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 2 black 2 5 5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top 244 1444 Wy 2444 6 black M2 5x5 LCD 1 black M2 5x5 8 black M2 5x5 LCD front panel Grounding screw panel to LCD panel lid 4 chrome M2x3 Hinge bracket P To replace the LCD panel hinges 1 2 92 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the LCD panel assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD panel on page 89 Remove the screws that secure the hinge bracket to the LCD panel Screw Screw Screw Screw Place the new hinge bracket onto the LCD panel Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replace the screws that were removed in Step 4 Replace the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD panel on page 89 8 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 9 3 Replacing the web cam Tools you need to complete this task LENT E MEL an aR Flat blade dr
125. es not work with some applications function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry Num Lock When Num Lock is on the numeric keypad is in numeric mode The keys Chapter 1 System specifications 15 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows key Application key 16 amp Windows Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button key It launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions 85 Open or close the Start menu 85 D Display the desktop 8 E Open Windows Explore 85 F Search for a file or folder 85 G Cycle through Sidebar gadgets 85 lt L gt Lock your notebook if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt gt M Minimizes all windows 85 R Open the Aun dialog box lt gt T Cycle through programs on the taskbar 8 U Open Ease of Access Center 8 lt X gt Open Windows Mobility Center 8 BREAK Display the System Properties dialog box 85 lt SHIFT M gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt gt TAB Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D lt gt
126. eyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Greek KB INT00 648 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black German KB INT00 649 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black French KB INTOO 650 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Danish KB INT00 653 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Czech KB INTOO 654 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Traditional KB INTOO 655 Chinese Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Canadian KB INTOO 656 French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Brazilian KB INT00 657 Portuguese Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Belgium KB INTOO 658 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black KB INT00 659 Arabic English Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black KB INT00 641 Luxembourgish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Israel KB INT00 645 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Irish KB INT00 646 170 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Finnish KB INTOO 651 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Dutch KB INT00 652 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black KB INTOO 660 Arabic French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Nordic KB INTOO 661 Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black KB INTOO 662 English Canadian French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 109KS Black Japanese KB INTO0 663 LCD Modules LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 3WIRE GLARE
127. g the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 3 Lift the center of the back edge of the keyboard slightly and at the same time press inward on the left side and then the right side This will release the keyboard from the side tabs 4 Slowly slide the keyboard toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the front edge of the keyboard 5 Carefully rotate the keyboard toward you so it lies keys down on top of your notebook Be careful not to damage the LCD panel 80 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 6 10 11 12 Swing the keyboard connector clip upward then slide the cable out of the clip Be careful not to touch or damage any other components Clip you Make sure the keyboard connector clip is fully lifted up insert the cable into the connector then swing the clip downward to lock the connector in place Important The keyboard cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band is facing up Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard into the slots under the palm rest You may need to press down on the keyboard keys along the front edge of the keyboard to seat the retaining tabs into their corresponding slots Gently press the keyboard down until it is flat all the way across Be careful to not damage the LCD panel Press down on the right side and left side of the keyboard to make sure that the side tabs secure the keyboard Replace
128. h Restore CPU control word during warm boot 13h Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices 14h Initialize keyboard controller 16h 1 2 2 3 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 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 failure on address line xxxx 2Eh 1 3 4 3 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 1 44 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 46h 2 1 2 3 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 co
129. hapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 7 58 3 4 Use the thumb notch to lift the memory bay cover then remove it Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch Thumb notch If you are removing a module gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward Clip c a 4 a c Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 the memory module out of the slot Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components nmwen ci C 59 6 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30 degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction If the module does not fit make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory slot 8 s z 7 Pressthe card down until it click into place 8 Replace the memory bay cover then tighten the cover screws 60 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the graphics card Important Use only graphics cards designed for this notebook Tools you need to complete this task e Phillips 0 screwdriver Additional materials you need to complete this task a X 23 7762 thermal grease lt Athena ls this the right grease gt Screws removed during this task 1111 4 black M2 5x8 graphics card Locating components
130. he pegs in the LCD lid then press the inverter into place 9 Press the LCD panel front and back together Press the two halves together in several places until they click in place You should find no loose spots or spots where the two halves do not meet 10 Replace the LCD panel assembly screws removed in Step 4 11 Replace the rubber inserts removed in Step 3 12 Replace the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 88 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the LCD panel Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR J 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task Athena what screw size the grounding screw Scribe or non marring tool 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover A44 1141 6 black M2 5x5 LCD front panel 4 chrome M2x3 Hinge bracket gt To replace the LCD panel Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge bottom 1 black M2 5x5 Grounding screw 2 chrome M2x3 Web cam 1111 4 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 1111 4444 8 black M2 5x5 LCD panel to LCD panel lid Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 89 3 Remove the rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly Insert Insert Insert Insert DS T Insert Insert 4 Remove the s
131. ing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 1 3 Replacing the Bluetooth card Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver Scribe or non marring tool GE Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 BAGS 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top 1 111111 E 1231533 111111 14144 1 black M2 5x8 4 black M2 5x4 Palm 16 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard plate Rest top Palm rest bottom 1311 11 3 black M2 5x5 Palm 2 black M2 5x3 Palm rest bottom rest bottom To replace the Bluetooth card 114 1 2 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 If the notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook component
132. ing the palm rest a Replacing the microphone and speakers a Replacing the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly a Replacing the button board a Replacing the ExpressCard NewCard assembly a Replacing the Bluetooth card a Replacing the modem a Replacing the system board a Replacing the cooling assembly Replacing the processor Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts turn off your notebook remove the battery and unplug the power cord modem cable and network cable before opening the case Warning To prevent risk of electric shock do not insert any object into the vent holes of the notebook Important Before performing maintenance on the notebook you should read and understand the information in this section The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity also known as electrostatic discharge ESD Before performing maintenance on the notebook follow these guidelines a Avoid static causing surfaces such as carpeted floors plastic and packing foam a Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection a Always hold components by their edges Avoid touching the edge connectors Never slide components over any surface a Wear a ground
133. ing wrist strap available at most electronics stores and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection a Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object Tape Some of the procedures in this guide involve removing tape that holds cables or components Two types of tape are used in this notebook Mylar non conductive tape is typically transparent with a red or brown tint Conductive tape is typically grey or silver If the existing tape cannot be reused replace it with the same type conductivity of tape Both types of replacement tape should be non ESD generating tape Do not use cellophane tape 52 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Preparing your work space Before performing maintenance on the notebook make sure that your work space and the notebook are correctly prepared a a Wear a grounding ESD wrist strap and use a grounded or dissipative work mat Use a stable and strong table and make sure that the table top is large enough to hold each component as you remove it Use bright lighting to make part identification easier Keep your work surface free from clutter and dust that may damage components Use a magnetized screwdriver for removing screws When removing components that are attached to the notebook by a cable unplug the cable before removing the screws when possible to avoid damaging the cable As you remove components and
134. ion MPEG 2 DVD decoding for selected models WMV9 VC 1 support acceleration WMV VC 1 and H 264 AVC decoding for selected models HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection support Storage subsystem a a a Input devices a Audio Chapter 1 System specifications One or two 120 160 250 320 GB or larger hard disk drives Intel Turbo Memory 2 GB supported Optical drive options a Blu ray Disc DVD Super Multi double layer drive a DVD Super Multi double layer drive a DVD CD RW combo drive 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD 105 106 key keyboard with inverted T cursor layout 2 5 mm minimum key travel Touchpad pointing device 12 function keys four cursor keys two Windows keys hotkey controls standard numeric keypad international language support independent US dollar and Euro symbol keys Media keys printed on keyboard play pause stop previous next Empowering Key Easy launch buttons WLAN Internet Bluetooth email programmable Productivity keys Lock Presentation Sync Two built in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers High definition audio support MS Sound compatible Built in microphone Communication a I O Ports D D D DO DO D CO DO co DO D D D CO Environment Q Acer Video
135. ip upward then lift the button board cable out of the connector Be careful not to touch or damage any other components Button board cable connector 1 1 0 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Remove the screws securing the button board assembly to the palm rest Screw Screw Screw Jw Separate the old button board from the metal bracket and install the new board into the bracket Replace the button board assembly then replace the screws removed in Step 10 Make sure the black button board connector clip is swung upward insert the cable into the connector then swing the clip down to lock the connector in place Important The cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band is facing up Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 8
136. iver OR Scribe or non marring tool Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 BAR 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top A44 A 2444 LAA 241414 5 6 2 5 5 LCD 1 black 2 5 5 8 black M2 5x5 LCD front panel Grounding screw panel to LCD panel lid 2 chrome M2x3 Web cam P To replace the web cam 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 3 Remove the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD panel on page 89 4 Disconnect the connector from the web cam ST Connector 94 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 Remove the screws that secure the LCD panel to the LCD panel lid Screw Screw Replace the screws that were removed in Step 5 7 Reconnect the connector from the web cam 8 Replace the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD panel on page 89 9 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 9 5 Replacing the palm rest Tools you need to complete this task c Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Gm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task Athena what screw size is the screw in step 8 11 2
137. k and measure the output voltage at the power adapter cable plug See the following figure Pin 1 19 to 20 5V Pin 2 OV Ground 1 Ifthe voltage is not correct replace the power adapter 2 Ifthe voltage is within the range do the following a Replace the system board a Ifthe problem is not corrected see Undetermined problems on page 153 a Ifthe voltage is not correct go to Step 3 Note An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect 1 38 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 3 Ifthe power on indicator does not light up check the power adapter s power for correct continuity and installation 4 Ifthe operational charge does not work see Check the battery pack on page 139 Check the battery pack To check the battery pack using software 1 Open Power Management in the Windows Control Panel 2 In Power Meter make sure that the parameters shown for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct 3 Repeatthe steps 1 and 2 for both battery and adapter This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging To check the battery pack using hardware 1 Turn off the notebook 2 Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1 and 6 ground 3 Ifthe voltage is still less than 7 5 Vdc after recharging replace the battery Note To check the battery charge operation use a discharged battery pack or a battery pac
138. k that has less than 5096 of the total power remaining when installed in the notebook 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 Testing the touchpad If the touchpad doesn t work do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Reconnect the touchpad cables 2 Replace the touchpad 3 Replace the system board Important Do not replace a non defective FRU After you use the touchpad the pointer may drift 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 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 1 3 9 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 the FRU Action column If the FRU replacement does not solve the problem put the original part back in the notebook Do not replace a non defective FRU This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced wh
139. lling 4 way scroll button Memory card reader Controller JMicron JMB385 Cards supported Support 5 in 1 Card Reader MS MS pro SD MMC xD Compliancy SD Memory Card Specification Version 2 0 MultiMediaCard Specification Version 4 1 Memory Stick Standard Format Specification Version 1 4 Memory Stick PRO Format Specification Version 1 00 xD Picture Card Specification Version 1 20 xD Picture Card Host Guideline Version 1 20 PCMCIA PCMCIA controller O2 Mirco OZ601 Supports ZV Zoomed Video port Supports card type Type ll Number of slots One type ll Access location Left panel No ZV support Supports 32 bit CardBus Yes ExpressCard NewCard Controller Intel ICH 9M Supports card type Type 54 Number of slots One Chapter 1 System specifications Access location Right panel Audio Audio Controller Realtek 268 Azadia codec and Amplifier GMT G14124G1411 Audio onboard or optional Built in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution e Ten DAC channels support 16 20 24 bit PCM format for 7 1 sound playback plus 2 channels of independent stereo sound output multiple streaming through the front panel output Two stereo ADCs support 16 20 24 bit PCM format one for stereo microphone one for legacy mixer recording Compatibility HD Audio Sampling rate e All DACs supports 44 1k 48k 96k 192kHz s
140. mu w Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Lm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 11 123431 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top ES 1 9 111i i 1111 1 2 5 8 4 black M2 5x4 Palm 16 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard plate Rest top Palm rest bottom hil 11 hil 3 black M2 5x5 Palm 2 black M2 5x3 Palm 3 black M2 5x4 Button rest bottom rest bottom board To replace the button board 1 2 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 If the notebook has wireless networking built in unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Remove the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 09 9 Swing the black button board connector cl
141. my Card Screw BE ee Qy 27 Stn Optical Drive Bezel Screw Ro p lt UE I Optical d NN I S Drive Screw Lower Case Assy Battery Screw RAM Cover W Screw HDD Cover HDD Connector Hard Disk Drive ib Bracket Assy Base ODD HDD Cover Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list 1 63 Notebook LCD panel Camera LCD Bezel for CCD LCD Bracket LCD Bracket w Hinge R w Hinge L LCD Cable for CCD Inverter Board LCD Cover Assy 1 64 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit list Travelmate 7730 7730G FRU list Adapters ADAPTER 65W 3PIN DELTA SADP 65KB DFA AP 06501 013 ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA 1650 02AC LF AP 06503 016 ADAPTER 65W 3PIN HIPRO AC OK065B13 AP 0650A 010 ADAPTER DELTA 90W ADP 90SB BBEA LF AP 09001 013 ADAPTER LITE ON 90W 19V BLUE PA 1900 24AR LED LF AP 09003 011 ADAPTER HIPRO 90W 19V BLUE HP OL093B13P LED LF LEVEL 4 AP 0900A 001 Batteries i i Battery SANYO AS 2007B Li lon 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON Normal Type Battery SONY AS 2007B Li lon 3S2P SONY 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON Normal Type BT 00603 042 BT 00604 025 Battery SIMPLO AS 2007B Li lon 352 PANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main COMMON PSS BT 00607 016 Battery SANYO AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh Main COMMON Battery SONY AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh
142. n TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRZA2 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D EN18 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country South Africa Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 014 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRZA1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_FR25 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Denmark Acer Part No LX TPK0OZ 015 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRDK1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D NO13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 2 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country France Acer Part LX TPK0Z 016 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRFR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country France Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 017 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRFR1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_FR24 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6
143. nu The table below describes the options on this screen Exit Saving Changes Exit the BIOS Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS Exit Discarding Changes Exit the BIOS Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS Load Setup Default Load default values for all SETUP items Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items Save Changes Save your changes to CMOS 46 Chapter 2 System utilities BIOS Flash utility Use the BIOS flash memory update for the following conditions a New versions of system programs such as HDD PW or bios pw a New BIOS features or options a 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 For more information about creating a Crisis Recovery Diskette see Creating a Crisis Diskette on page 159 Note Do not install memory related drivers XMS EMS DPMI when using Phlash Caution Use the AC adapter power supply when you run the Phlash utility If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish flashing the BIOS the notebook may not boot because the BIOS was not completely loaded To use Phlash 1 Create a bootable diskette 2 Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette 3 Boot the notebook from the bootable diskette
144. office Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website However some information sources will require a user i d and password These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan Acer s Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer s Notebook Desktop and Server models including a Service guides for all models a User s manuals a Training materials a BIOS updates a Software utilities a Sparepartslists TABs Technical Announcement Bulletin For these purposes we have included an Acrobat File to facilitate the problem free downloading of our technical material Also contained on this website are a Detailed information on Acer s International Traveller s Warranty ITW a Returned material authorization procedures a Anoverview of all the support services we offer accompanied by a list of telephone fax and email contacts for all your technical queries We are always looking for ways to optimize and improve our services s if you have any suggestions or comments please do not hesitate communicate these to us 240 Appendix C Online support information Index AFLASH Utility 47 BIOS package 18 password control 19 ROM size 18 ROM type 18 supported protocols 19 vendor 18 version 18 BIOS Utility 36 47 navigating 36 onboard device configuration 42 43 securit
145. ollowing the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 Replace the graphics card by following the steps in Replacing the graphics card on page 61 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 3 3 1 34 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components TravelMate 7730 7730G Troubleshooting Q Q Q Diagnosing problems System test procedures Power On Self Test POST error message Index of error messages Phoenix BIOS beep codes Symptom to FRU error messages Intermittent problems Undetermined problems Diagnosing problems Use the following procedure as a guide for diagnosing notebook 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 2 Verify the symptoms by attempting to re create the failure by running
146. ommand set and Fax TIA EIA 578 Class 1 command set Interface RJ11 USB Chipset ICH9M USB Compliancy Level 2 0 OHCI USB 1 1 and USB 2 0 Host controller Number of USB port 4 Location Two on the left side Two on the right side Serial port function control Enable Disable by BIOS Setup Buttons Indicators Ports Buttons Chapter 1 System specifications 6 Media buttons Wireless on off button Bluetooth on off button Empowering button Power button E mail button WWW button Indicators 2 keyboard indicators CAPS Lock and NUM Lock HDD CD ROM active LED Power On Status LED Battery with two color visible when lid closed Power on Suspend visible when lid closed Wireless visible when lid closed Bluetooth visible when lid closed E mail embedded in QSB AC IN WWW 6 Media buttons have LEDs Color coded connectors VGA port 15 pins Microphone in Line in Headphone out 4 External USB 2 0 connectors DC in jack blue color RJ 11 jack for modem RJ 45 jack for LAN Express card New Card slot 2 MINI card slots HDMI port 5 in 1 card reader PCMCIA CardBus Slot Docking Ports amp Slots Fingerprint reader Interface USB 2 0 Full Speed Interface Resolution High definition 128 x 8 Pixel Array Technology TruePrint amp and TrueMatch Technology TrueNav Cursor and Menu Navigation Technology Power Multiple battery friendly opera
147. on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 1 9 Replacing the system board Tools you need to complete this task cm Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Gm Phillips 0 screwdriver Additional materials you need to complete this task X 23 7762 thermal grease Athena Is this the right grease Screws removed during this task Riis 4 black M2 5x8 graphics card 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Hinge bottom 1111 4 black M2 5x4 Palm Rest top 11 2 black M2 5x3 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 Cooling assembly 120 11 2 chrome M2x3 IEEE 802 11 wireless card LLARA 4 chrome M2 5x6 5 Hinge top 111111 111111 11141 16 black M2 5x6 5 Palm rest bottom 1 1 black M2 5x3 Modem Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 11 2 black M2 5x5 Keyboard cover 1 E 1 black M2 5x8 Keyboard plate hil 3 black M2 5x5 Palm rest bottom 11 2 black M2 5x6 5 System board To replace the system board 1 2 10 11 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 Remove the graphics card by following the steps in Replacing the graphics card on page 61 Remove the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard driv
148. ook components 15 Remove the old processor from the system board 16 Install the new processor onto the system board making sure that Pin 1 on the processor indicated by the silk screened arrow on the corner of the processor aligns with Pin 1 on the processor socket indicated by the absence of a pin hole in the processor socket then use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the processor lock screw 1 2 turn clockwise 17 Remove any thermal grease residue from the cooling assembly using a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol 18 Place new thermal grease on the processor Use only enough to cover the CPU die Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 31 19 Make sure a thermal pad is placed between the new cooling assembly and other components as shown Thermal grease Thermal groase Thermal pad 2 6 577 20 Replace the cooling assembly by following the instructions Replacing the cooling assembly on page 124 21 Replace the system board by following the instructions in Replacing the system board on page 120 22 Replace the modem by following the instructions in Replacing the modem on page 117 1 3 2 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by f
149. oration Pentium and Pentium II III are trademarks of Intel Corporation Other brand and product names are trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective holders PRINTED IN TAIWAN Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual Preface 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 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 such as add on cards modems or extra memory capabilities These LOCALIZED FEATURES are NOT covered in this generic service guide In such cases contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel channel to provide you with further technical details Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS that you should check
150. pts one Type II PC Card PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot Chapter 1 System specifications 9 Right USB ports Optical drive Modem Kensington ExpressCard Access indicator Eject hole port lock slot slot Eject button Type 54 ExpressCard slot Accepts one Type 54 ExpressCard module Note Push to remove or install the card ExpressCard 54 USB 2 0 ports ec Connects to USB 2 0 devices such as a USB mouse keyboard printer or camera Optical drive Internal optical drive Accepts CDs DVDs or Blu ray discs Blu ray available on select models only Optical disc access Lights up when the optical drive is active indicator Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disc from the drive Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the notebook is turned off Note Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the notebook is turned off Modem RJ 11 port C Connects to a telephone line Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock ED Rear Ventilation slots Ventilation slots Helps cool internal components Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your lap If the air vents are blocked the notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin Caution Do not block or insert objects into these slots If these slots are blocked your note
151. pyright 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 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 145
152. r Part LX TPLOX 013 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRDK1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D NO13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 196 RO EMEA Country Denmark Acer Part No LX TPLOX 026 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRFR1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FR23 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Germany Acer Part LX TPLOX 014 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRDE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D DE13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Belgium Acer Part No LX TPLOX 015 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRBE1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_NL13 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Holland Acer Part No LX TPLOX 027 Description TM7730G
153. reless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPK0Z 052 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME9 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR24 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 228 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Middle East Acer Part LX TPK0Z 053 Description TM7730 842G25Mi EM VB32TRME3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D FR25 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Switzerland Acer Part No LX TPK0Z 054 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRCH1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R i2 FP 0 3D IT42 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMVWW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country UK Acer Part No LX TPKOZ 055 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VB32TRGB1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R_i2_FP_0 3D_EN14 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration 229
154. rimary hard drive bay To replace the primary hard drive 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Loosen the hard drive bay cover screws these screws cannot be removed Screw CoD 64 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 3 Usethe thumb notch to lift the hard drive bay cover then remove it Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch Thumb notch 4 Using the plastic tab lift straight up on the hard drive then remove it 5 fyour new hard drive already includes the hard drive bracket go to step Step 10 OR If you need to move the hard drive bracket from your old hard drive to your new hard drive go to step Step 6 6 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive bracket Screw Screw Screw Screw Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 6 5 66 7 10 11 Remove the bracket from the old drive Se Insert the new drive label side up onto the bracket so the screw holes line up Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook Replace the cover then tighten the screws Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card Important Use only wireless cards designed for this notebook Tools you need to complete this task e Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 2 chrome
155. rrectly See Testing the power system on page 13832 To isolate a failing FRU 1 Turn off the notebook 2 Visually check FRU parts for damage If you identify any damage replace the FRU 3 Remove or disconnect all of the following devices a a a a a a a Non Acer devices Printer mouse and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive s SO DIMM Optical drive PC Cards and Type 54 ExpressCards Turn on the notebook 5 Determine if the problem has changed a If the problem does not recur reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU If the problem does recur replace the following FRUs one at a time a System board a LCD assembly Important Do not replace a non defective FRU Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 1 53 1 54 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting TravelMate 7730 7730G Jumper and connector locations a System board top connectors a System board bottom connectors a Clearing password check and BIOS recovery System board top connectors LCD connector Power board connector Keyboard connector DDR3 connector MDC connector ExpressCard board connector RUE P ce Bluetooth connector PCMCIA connector 1 5 6 Chapter 5 Jumper and connector locations System board bottom connectors CPU socket Battery connector DC jack RJ45 jack Docking connector DDR2 connector VGA connector HDMI connector Optical di
156. rt the cable into the connector then swing the clip down to lock the connector in place Important The cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band is facing up Make sure the black button board connector clip is swung upward insert the cable into the connector then swing the clip down to lock the connector in place Important The cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band is facing up Make sure the black touchpad cable connector clip is swung upward insert the cable into the connector then swing the clip down to lock the connector in place Important The cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band is facing up Connect the finger print reader cable to the system board Replace the keyboard plate removed in Step 8 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up Replace the screws removed in Step 17 Connect the microphone and speaker cables to the system board Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in
157. s 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth card Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plug out of the connector p onc Bluetooth card connector Remove the old Bluetooth card from the notebook Insert the new Bluetooth card Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth card Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 1 5 19 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 1 1 6 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the modem Tools you need to complete this task _ mu w Flat blad
158. s the version of the system BIOS VGA BIOS Version Shows the VGA firmware version of the system Chapter 2 System utilities 37 Serial Number Shows the notebook s serial number Asset Tag Number Shows the notebook s asset tag number Product Name Shows the notebook s product name Manufacturer Name Shows the notebook s manufacturer UUID Number Shows the notebook s Universally Unique Identifier number The UUID is an identifier standard used in software construction It is standardized by the Open Software Foundation OSF as part of the Distributed Computing Environment DCE Main screen The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable the boot option and recovery lt Tab gt lt Shift Tab gt or Susten Memoru Enter selects field Extended Henory I Uideo Memory Quiet Boot Enabled Power On Display Auto Network Boot Enabled F12 Boot Menu Disabled D2D Recovery Enabled SATA Mode Selection AHCI Help Select Iten Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit The table below describes the parameters found on this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings 3 8 Chapter 2 System utilities System Time System Date Sets the system time The hours are displayed in a 24 hour format Sets the system date Format HH MM SS
159. sc drive connector USB jacks SPDIF audio jack Hard drive 3 Audio jack connector A Ee Audio jack m MXM video card connector Memory card reader Hard drive connector PCI E mini card connector Chapter 5 Jumper and connector locations 1 5 7 Clearing password check and BIOS recovery This section provides you with the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for Travelmate 7730 7730G The system board has one Hardware Open Gap for clearing the password check and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS recovery Clearing the password check Hardware Open Gap Description Hardware Default Setting Operation Description Gap Open Normal Short Clearing Password Check Locating the hardware gap on the system board Gap name in Travelmate 7730 7730G is G71 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set the BIOS password Supervisor password and or User password for a security reason BIOS will ask the password during system POST or when the system enters the BIOS Setup Utility To bypass the password check users need to short the hardware gap to clear the password To clear the BIOS password 1 Disconnect the power adapter and remove the battery from the notebaak 2 Turn off the notebook and remove hard disk drive Athena both har ives gt For more information see Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the second
160. screws lay them toward the rear of your work surface behind the notebook or far enough to the side that your arms do not accidentally brush them onto the floor To help keep track of screws try the following a Place each component s screws in their own section of a parts sorter a Place each component s screws next to the component on your work surface a Print the first page of each task then place the page toward the rear of your work surface As you remove screws place the screws in their respective boxes on the page a After loosening screws that are deeply recessed in a hole for example on the bottom of the base assembly you can leave the screws in the holes if you place small pieces of masking tape over the hole openings When reassembling the component just remove the tape and tighten the screws a When you place flat headed screws on your work surface stand them on their heads to prevent the screws from rolling off the table Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 3 Tools required To disassemble the notebook you need the following tools a Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge a Flatscrewdriver eat a Philips screwdriver a Scribe or non marring tool a Tweezers 54 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Preparing the notebook To prepare the notebook for maintenance 1 Make sure that the disc drive is empty Turn off the notebook
161. ssword in the Enter New Password field Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field Note If you do not enter the same new password and confirm new password the screen displays the following Setup Warning Password do not match Re Enter Password Press ENTER then re enter the new password and confirmation password Press ENTER The screen displays the following Setup Notice Changes have been saved Continue Press ENTER When you are done press F10 to save your password and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 2 System utilities Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system Bootable devices include the onboard hard disk drive and the optical drive Follow the instructions in Item Specific Help to change to boot order of the notebook devices lt gt and lt gt moves the device up or down lt and lt r gt specifies the device fixed or removable lt x gt exclude or include the device to boot lt Shift 1 gt enables or disables a device Chapter 2 System utilities 45 Exit The Exit screen contains options for leaving the BIOS Setup Utility and starting Windows 5 ES dx o i 3 Main fiduanced Security Boot Exit RRR see LLL Fuit andes Item Specific Help Exit Discard ing Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Help Select Iten Setu Exit Select Me
162. stern Europe Acer Part LX TPKOX 018 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TREU1 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D CS21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA4G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPK0X 019 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TREU4 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D FI12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBIIG SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPKOX 020 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TREU3 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D RU21 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1IX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 1 88 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part LX TPK0X 021 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TREU5 MC UMACF 1 2G 250 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D PL11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 N HDD 1 GB N250GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Hungary Acer Part No LX TPKOX 022 Description TM7730 842G25Mi VHP32TRHU1 M
163. t No LX TPLOX 035 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TREU5 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB i2 FP 0 3D PL11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBIIG HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1x2MM W Bluetooth BT 2 0 204 RO EMEA Country Hungary Acer Part No LX TPLOX 036 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRHU1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_HU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1X2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 Appendix A Model definition and configuration RO EMEA Country Eastern Europe Acer Part No LX TPLOX 037 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TREU3 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_RU11 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless SP1x2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Slovenia Croatia Acer Part No LX TPLOX 038 Description TM7730G 844G32Mi VHP32TRSI1 MC 9MGSHM256CF 2 2G 320 BT 6L 5R CB_i2_FP_0 3D_EN12 CPU C2DP8400 LCD N17WXGA G SO DIMM 1 SO2GBII6 SO DIMM 2 SO2GBII6 HDD 1 GB N320GB5 4KS HDD 2 GB N ODD NSM8XS Wireless LAN SP1xX2MMW Bluetooth BT 2 0 RO EMEA Country Portugal Acer Part No LX TPLOX 039
164. tem specifications Data transfer rate 300 Mbit sec 300 Mbit sec 300 Mbit sec 300 Mbit sec host buffer Ultra DMA Ultra DMA Ultra DMA Ultra DMA mode 6 mode 6 mode 6 mode 6 DC Power Requirements Input Voltage 5V 5V 5V 5V Vendor amp Model Toshiba Toshiba Toshiba Toshiba MK2546GSX MK1646GSX MK1246GSX MK8046GSX Capacity 250 GB 160 GB 120 GB 80 GB Bytes per sector 512 512 512 512 Data heads 4 3 2 2 Drive Format Disks 2 2 1 1 Spindle speed 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB Interface SATA SATA SATA SATA Max media transfer 730 Mbits sec 730 Mbits sec 730 Mbits sec 730 Mbits sec rate disk buffer Data transfer rate 300 Mbit sec 300 Mbit sec 300 Mbit sec 300 Mbit sec host buffer Ultra DMA Ultra DMA Ultra DMA Ultra DMA mode 6 mode 6 mode 6 mode 6 DC Power Requirements Input Voltage 5V 5V 5V 5V Vendor amp Model Name Western Digital Western Digital Western Digital WD2500BEVT WD2500BEVS WD1200BEVS Capacity 250 GB 250 GB 120 GB Bytes per sector 512 512 512 Data heads 3 4 2 Drive Format Disks 2 2 1 Spindle speed 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB Interface SATA SATA SATA Max media transfer rate disk buffer 850 Mbits sec 850 Mbits sec 850 Mbits sec Data transfer rate host buffer 3 Gbit sec Ultra DMA mo
165. ter 1 System specifications Front Latch 5 in 1 card reader Latch Locks and releases the lid 5 in 1 card reader 6 6 i Accepts Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MS PRO and xD Picture Card Note Push to remove or install a card Only one card can operate at any given time QV Chapter 1 System specifications Left DC in jack Ethernet Acer VGA port HDMI port Headphone iine in jack port EasyPort IV jack connector USB ports Microphone PC Card jack slot PC Card eject button DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet RJ 45 port Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network Connects to an Acer EasyPort IV Available on select models only Acer EasyPort IV connector External display VGA port Connects to a display device such as an external monitor or LCD projector HDMI port HDMI Connects to a high definition digital video device Available on select models only D so s il Two USB 2 0 ports AE Connects to USB 2 0 devices such as a USB mouse keyboard printer or camera Headphones speaker line out jack Q Connects to audio line out devices such as speakers or headphones Microphone jack ES Connects to an external microphone 4 Line in jack Connects to an audio line in device such as an audio CD player stereo walkman or mp3 player PC Card slot Acce
166. the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation 3 Usethe following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to Power failure The power indicator does not go on or stay on POST does not complete No beep or error codes are indicated POST detects an error and displayed messages on screen Testing the power system on page 138 Power On Self Test POST error message on page 140 Undetermined problems on page 153 Index of error messages on page 141 Other symptoms LCD display problems or others Symptoms cannot be re created intermittent problems 136 Power On Self Test POST error message on page 140 Use the customer reported symptoms and go to Power On Self Test POST error message on page 140 Intermittent problems on page 152 Undetermined problems on page 153 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting System test procedures Testing the external diskette drive Use the following procedure to isolate a problem in a diskette controller driver or drive You must have a write enabled diagnostic diskette to complete this test 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 To test the external diskette drive 1 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 2 the FDD Test and see if the test completes successfully
167. the bottom of the notebook Screw screw Screw crew Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 18 Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up 19 Taking care to note the cables routing and positions as they are installed from Acer pull the microphone and speaker cables out from under the system board Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 1 01 102 20 21 22 Lift the palm rest assembly up from the notebook Remove the speakers and microphone from the old palm rest and install them on the new palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the microphone and speakers on page 103 Remove the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly from the old palm rest and install it on the new palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the touchpad button board fingerprint assembly on page 106 Athena Do we transfer the us E touchpad board that is on the back side of the touchpad area gt 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Remove the button board from the old palm rest and install it on the new palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the button board on page 109 Route the microphone and speaker cables under the system board Place the new palm rest assembly onto the notebook then snap the assembly into place Replace the screws removed in Step 13 Make sure the black power button board connector clip is swung upward inse
168. the keyboard on page 80 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Disconnect the cable from the Express Card assembly Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plug out of the connector Express Card cable connector Remove the screws securing the old Express Card assembly to the notebook Screw Screw Replace the Express Card assembly then replace the screws removed in Step 10 Connect the Express Card cable to the Express Card assembly Replace the palm rest by following the steps in Replacing the palm rest on page 96 Replace the LCD assembly by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Replace the hard drive s by following the steps in Replacing the primary hard drive on page 64 and Replacing the secondary hard drive on page 73 If the notebook has wireless networking built in reconnect the wireless antennas by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replac
169. the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 81 Replacing the power button board Tools you need to complete this task Em VC F Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Gm Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 hil 2 black M2 5x5 3 black M2 5x4 Power Keyboard cover button board To replace the status indicator board 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 3 Open the keyboard compartment by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Important You do not need to disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board to complete this procedure 4 Swing the black connector clip upward then lift the cable out of the connector Be careful not to touch or damage any other components Clip 82 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 5 Remove the screws connecting the power button board to the notebook Screw Screw Screw Replace the power button board then replace the screws removed in Step 5 7 sure the black connector clip on the new power button board is swung upward insert the cable into the connector then swing the clip down to lock the connector in place Important The cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted and the blue band
170. ting modes 3 3V Built in low power Finger Detection w remote wakeup capability Camera Interface USB Resolution 0 3 M pixel Athena Is this correct Fan 0 255b 122 F 50 3200 100 30 3db 149 F 65 C 3700 100 33db 32 Chapter 1 System specifications 172 78 4100 100 37db 194 F 90 C 4400 100 39 5db Throttling 50 On 105 C OFF 95 C OS shut down at 110 C HAV shut down at 110 C Battery Vendor Panasonic Sanyo Simplo Sony Battery Type Li ion Pack capacity 4000mAH 4800mAH Number of battery cell 6or8 Package configuration 3cells in series 2 series in parallel Acells in series 2 series in parallel Normal voltage 10 8V 14 8V Charge voltage 12 3V 16 8V Power supply Input rating 100 240V under 50 60Hz Maximum input AC current 1 5 Inrush current N A Efficiency 8596 Power savings Mech Off G3 All devices in the notebook are turned off completely Soft Off G2 S5 OS initiated shutdown All devices in the notebook are turned off completely Working 0 50 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
171. ting the power system on page 138 Reconnect the LCD connector Check the hard disk drive Check the LCD inverter ID Check the LCD cable Test or replace the LCD inverter Test or replace the LCD Test or replace the system board No beep power on indicator turns on Reconnect the LCD connectors and LCD is blank But you can see POST e Check the LCD inverter ID on an external CRT Check the LCD cable Test or replace the LCD inverter Test or replace the LCD Test or replace the system board No beep power on indicator turns on Make sure that every connector is connected tightly and a blinking cursor shown on LCD and correctly during POST Test or replace the system board No beep during POST but system runs Test or replace the speaker correctly Test or replace the system board Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 1 43 Phoenix BIOS beep codes Re Y UNDE e nt 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 Initialize CPU registers OBh Enable CPU cache OCh Initialize caches to initial POST values OEh Initialize I O component OFh Initialize the local bus IDE 10h Initialize Power Management 11h Load alternate registers with initial POST values 12
172. tions You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications Chapter 1 System specifications 19 OMB 256MB 256MB OMB 512MB 512MB OMB 1024MB 1024MB OMB 2048MB 2048MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 768MB 256MB 1024MB 1280MB 256MB 2048MB 2304MB 512MB 256MB 768MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1536MB 512MB 2048MB 2560MB 1024MB OMB 1024MB 1024MB 256MB 1280MB 1024MB 512MB 1536MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB OMB 2048MB 2048MB 256MB 2304MB 2048MB 512MB 2560MB 2048MB 1024MB 3072MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB Note Above table lists some system memory configurations You may combine SO DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations On above table the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 can be reversed Hard Disk Drive item Vendor amp Model Name Seagate Seagate Seagate Seagate ST9250827AS ST9200827AS 579160827 5 579120817 5 250 200 160 120 Bytes per sector 512 512 512 512 Data heads 4 4 3 2 Drive Format Disks 2 2 2 1 Spindle speed 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB 8MB 8 MB 8MB Interface SATA SATA SATA SATA Max media transfer 778 Mbits sec 778 Mbits sec 778 Mbits sec 778 Mbits sec rate disk buffer 2 0 Chapter 1 Sys
173. to2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two SO DIMM modules Display and graphics a 17 WXGA high brightness 220 nit 1440 x 900 pixel resolution supporting simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM a 17 WXGA high brightness 220 nit Acer CrystalBrite TFT LCD 1440 x 900 pixel resolution supporting simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVista for selected models a Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics featuring Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 Intel GMA X4500 with up to 3587 MB of Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4 0 8 MB of dedicated system memory up to 350 MB of shared system memory supporting Microsoft DirectX 10 a NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT with up to 23037 MB of TurboCache 512 MB of dedicated GDDR3 VRAM up to 1791 MB of shared system memory supporting NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology OpenEXR High Dynamic Range HDR technology Shader Model 4 0 Microsoft DirectX 10 for selected models 2 Chapter 1 System specifications NVIDIA9GeForce 9300M GS with up to 20477 MB of TurboCache 256 MB of dedicated DDR2 VRAM up to 1791 MB of shared system memory supporting NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology OpenEXR High Dynamic Range HDR technology Shader Model 4 0 Microsoft DirectX 10 for selected models Dual independent display support 16 7 million colors MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability accelerat
174. wireless card by following the instructions in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the secondary hard drive Tools you need to complete this task eL Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 4 chrome M3x3 5 Hard drive bracket Locating components Secondary hard drive bay To replace the secondary hard drive 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Loosen the hard drive bay cover screws these screws cannot be removed Sa Screw Screw Screw Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 7 3 3 Usethe thumb notch to lift the hard drive bay cover then remove it Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch Thumb notch 4 Using the plastic tab lift straight up on the hard drive then remove it 5 fyour new hard drive already includes the hard drive bracket go to step Step 10 OR If you need to move the hard drive bracket from your old hard drive to your new hard drive go to step Step 6 6 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive bracket Screw Screw Screw Screw 74 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 7 Remove the bracket from the old drive Se 8 Insert the new drive label side up onto the bracket so the screw holes line up 9 Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive
175. y 41 System security 46 brightness hotkeys 17 Caps Lock on indicator 12 computer on indicator 12 13 display 5 hotkeys 17 error symptom to spare part index 140 external CD ROM drive check 137 features 2 flash utility 47 FRU field replaceable unit list 161 Hibernation mode hotkey 17 hotkeys 14 indicators 12 intermittent problems 152 Index K M jumper and connector locations 155 top view 156 keyboard or auxiliary input device check 137 media access on indicator 12 memory check 138 model definition 173 Notebook Manager hotkey 17 Num Lock on indicator 12 online support 239 panel 6 bottom 11 left 7 PC Card 12 power system check 138 battery pack 139 power adapter 138 speakers hotkey 17 support 239 system block diagram 5 check procedures 137 utilities 35 technical support 239 test compatible components 235 top 156 touchpad check 139 hotkey 17 troubleshooting 135 241 U undetermined problems 153 utility BIOS 36 47 Flash Utility 47 Notebook Manager 17 System 35 W Windows 2000 environment test 236 242 Index MAN MONSERRAT SVC GDE RO 06 08 8513189
176. y following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the wireless bay cover by following the steps in Replacing the IEEE 802 11 wireless card on page 67 Replace the memory bay cover by following the steps in Adding or replacing memory modules on page 57 Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components Replacing the inverter Tools you need to complete this task Flat blade driver OR Scribe or non marring tool Lm m Phillips 0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task 11 ii LLALL 2 black M2 5x5 2 black M2 5x6 5 4 black M2 5x6 5 Keyboard cover Hinge bottom Hinge top 111 A44 6 black M2 5x5 LCD front panel To replace the inverter 1 Complete the steps in Preparing the notebook on page 55 2 Remove the LCD panel by following the steps in Replacing the LCD assembly on page 84 3 Remove the rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly Insert Insert Insert Insert sassa sus s Insert Insert Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 87 4 Remove the screws from the front of the LCD panel assembly Screw Screw Screw Screw HS RERO ES Screw Screw 5 Carefully separate the front and back of the LCD panel assembly 6 Lift the inverter from the LCD panel assembly 7 Disconnect the connectors from the old inverter and connect them to the new inverter 8 Align the holes in new inverter with t
177. y following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Detach the LCD cable from the system board Use a scribe or other non marring tool to gently push the plug out of the connector Caution The LCD video cable connector is fragile Chapter 3 Replacing notebook components 8 5 86 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Taking care to note the cables routing and positions as they are installed from Acer pull the antenna cables out from under the system board then slide the antenna cables and LCD cables out from under the retaining clips Remove the screws on the top that secure the LCD panel hinge to the chassis Screw Screw Screw Screw Lift the LCD panel assembly up and away from the notebook Place the new LCD panel assembly onto the notebook then replace the hinge screws removed in Step 11 Slide the antenna cables through the retaining clips then under the system board Slide the LCD cable through the retaining clip then plug it into the notebook Replace the keyboard by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard on page 80 Replace the keyboard cover by following the steps in Replacing the keyboard cover on page 78 Close the LCD panel turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up then replace the bottom hinge screws removed in Step 6 Route the antenna cables into the wireless bay then reconnect the antenna wires to the wireless card b

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