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1. i Replacing the CPU Fan Module 1 Align the Fan Module on the screw brackets 2 Secure the 3 screws according to the following numbered order 100 Chapter 3 Replacing the Mainboard 1 Ensure that the Mainboard is face up the Heatsink and CPU are not visible Place the Mainboard in the chassis rear edge first and press down to install Replace the two securing screws as shown NOTE Make sure the I O ports are positioned correctly through the lower cover and the screw sockets are visible through the mainboard Chapter 3 104 3 Connect the ExpressCard and Bluetooth cables attached to the mainboard ra 4 H 4 3 1 4 1 1 102 Chapter 3 Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1 Start by inserting the notch into the retaining pin 2 Press the module down to secure in place 4 a 4 a Y dx rt 26 eee Loud Ld i m 4 Li b rau FF 2 EA al IOLE3 A nd ka B Ih ox UE EA Replacing the Modem Module 1 Replace the Modem Module taking note of the connector location P SLE Sir 2 Replace the securing screw on the modem module dnm m 1 i eu uvm i pa gimus da oH 8 5 5 DE E E E E Chapter 3 103
2. 101 Replacing the Bluetooth Board 103 Replacing the Modem Module 103 Replacing the Finger Print Reader 105 Replacing the Launch ci dw EX cw v do eee 106 Replacing the Speaker Module 107 Replacing ihe gt 24 eite srt oo fae dow ate cred 108 Replacing the Upper 108 Replacing the LCD Module 112 Replacing the Switch Board 114 Replacing the DIMM Modules 115 Replacing the Keyboard 116 Replacing the Switch Cover 116 Replacing the Turbo RAM Module 117 Replacing the WLAN Module 118 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 118 Replacing the ODD Module 120 Replacing the Lower Covers 121 Replacing the Express and SD Card Trays 122 Troubleshooting 123 COMMON FOODIES s oos keer prune ete iuste gp 123 POWER OMISSUC 33 13059
3. 140 Undetermined Problems 3 dit 140 POST Codes Tables Js bite eee dti edhe eeu ah Rete EL ede Lu S 141 Oo COGS uu ton 141 Jumper and Connector Locations 145 TO WARS Lar sett cts aha ce eta HONG fan Ree Bg th che ce te ne E Den eas ec 145 BOLOM WEW 9 25 rrr LP 146 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 147 Clearing Password 147 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 148 FRU Field Replaceable Unit List 149 TravelMate 7530 7230 Exploded Diagrams 150 Upper Lower Cover asus nacre en de ion gale o aos 150 PI IVC lasts urit idus aud ere ee ae 151 TravelMate 7530 7230 FRU List 153 wol M aM PLU RUM 164 Model Definition and Configuration 166 TravelMate 7530 7230 166 Test Compatible Components 167 Microsoft Windows Vista Environment Test 168 Online Support Information 173 Index 175 Table of Contents System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer s many feature NOTE Items marked with denote only selected models Operating System Genuine Windows Vista Platform AMD Beiter by Des
4. 48 Removing the SD dummy 49 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 50 Removing the Lower Covers 51 Removing the Turbo RAM module 52 Removing the WLAN Module 53 Removing the Hard Disk Drive2 0 54 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 0 56 Removing the Optical Drive Module 58 Main Unit Disassembly Process 60 Main Unit Disassembly 60 VII Table of Contents Removing the Switch Cover 62 Removing the Keyboard 64 Removing the DIMM 65 Removing the Antenna 67 Removing the LCD Module 68 Removing the Switch Board 70 Removing the Upper Cover 71 Removing the Finger Print Reader 75 Removing the Speaker 76 Removing the TouchPad
5. TTE TEF E CH T ju cz 7 uim IMPORTANT Be careful when using a sharp tool to remove the cable camera module The surface of the LCD panel can be easily scratched 3 Remove the module from its securing pins and lift away from the bracket 92 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Panel 1 Remove the LCD Bezel See Removing the LCD Bezel on page 89 2 Remove the nine securing screws from the LCD Panel IMPORTANT The leftside screw holds the ground connector in place Ensure that the ground is replaced during reassembly 3 Lift the LCD Panel clear of the LCD Module Chapter 3 93 Removing the LCD Brackets Cable 1 Remove the LCD Panel See Removing the LCD Panel on page 93 2 Turn the LCD panel over to expose the rear Remove the mylar strips securing the FPC cable 3 Disconnect the cable from the panel and remove j M es umm m 4 Remove the eight securing screws four on each side from the LCD Panel brackets 94 Chapter 3 5 Remove the two securing screws from the camera bracket top of LCD Panel Camera Bracket M2 L3 NL 6 Remove the camera and LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel as shown Eg Chapter 3 95 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the LCD Panel 1 Align the LCD brackets and the camera bracket in place My E
6. n O L EEE SN30 OV03 1 Dimension L x W x H mm 65 0 2 9 0 1 5 4 0 25 mm 65 9 0 5 30 0 20 mm VGA CMOS sensor OV7725 CMOS Sensor 350K Pixel Chapter 1 Optical Size 1 4 CMOS F 2 0 Pixel Resolution 640 X 480 640X480 Pixel Size 6 0um X6 0um 6 0um X6 0um Finger Print Board Vendor and Model Authentec AES1610 C DF TR GOO00 AC Features TruePrint and TrueMatch Technology TrueNav Cursor and Menu Navigation Technology High Definition 128 x 8 Pixel Array Multiple battery friendly operating modes 3 3V e Built in low power Finger Detection w remote wakeup capability USB 2 0 Full Speed Interface WLAN Features wireless LAN is compliant to IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 119 standard Dynamic data rate switching with 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6Mbps with 802 119 Dynamic data rate switching with 11 5 5 2 1Mbps with 802 11b Support Ad hoc mode and infrastructure mode communications Allow auto fallback data rate for optimized reliability throughput and transmission range Battery Vendor SANYO Panasonic Pack capacity 4400mAH 4800mAH Number of battery cell 6 cell 8 cell Package configuration 352 452 Chapter 1 26 Chapter 1 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Basic Input Output System Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and yo
7. Wireless NEW CARD CRT 1 1 SOUTH BRIDGE _ EMT 58700 ja I Tins X iimm tiia DGA 1 LDAN Ge nvrenurt pevice Bc ALCZGE T T AE Audia Amplifier ue PCB STACK UP mBPIDF Fhone Line in MIC Jac Jaa Touch Pad 4 Chapter 1 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features let us show you around your new computer Front View 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication only for certain models 2 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output Speakers Left and M speakers deliver stereo audio M a Internal microphone for sound recording Easy launch Buttons for launching frequently used buttons programs Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s functions and components Chapter 1 f Clickbuttons buttons The left and right buttons function like the left left center and and right mouse buttons right The center button serves as Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4 way control function TouchPad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse Keyboard For entering data into your co
8. g E x EE LL LE Replacing the Switch Cover 1 Insert one side of the Switch Cover into the 2 While holding the inserted side in place grasp the chassis Switch Cover in the middle and bend slightly to allow for the other side to be inserted 116 Chapter 3 Replacing the Turbo RAM Module Insert the Turbo RAM Module and ensure it is flush with the connector Chapter 3 117 Replacing the WLAN Module Insert the WLAN board into the WLAN socket 2 Replace the two screws to secure the module 1 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1 Replace the connector on the HDD 2 Replace the HDD in the carrier i 9 D Chapter 3 118 Replace the four screws securing the hard disk to 4 Replace the HDD holder the carrier 5 Place the HDD in the bay and slide into the connector Ensure the HDD is secure before replacing the cover Chapter 3 119 Replacing the ODD Module 1 With the ODD tray in the eject position replace the 2 Turn the ODD Module around and replace the ODD cover on the new ODD Module bracket 3 Secure the bracket with the two screws 4 Slide Module in chassis and press until Module is IMPORTANT Take note of the arrow on the bracket flush with chassis The arrow designates the bottom of the ODD ODD Bottom 5 Replace the ODD cap and secure with the single screw
9. 120 Chapter 3 Replacing the Lower Covers 1 Replace the Memory Cover 2 Replace the four screws to secure in place 3 Replace the HDD2 Cover 4 Replace the three securing screws 5 Replace HDD Cover Chapter 3 121 Replacing the Express and SD Card Trays 1 Insert the Express Card and push into the slot until 2 Insert the SD Card and push into the slot until flush flush with the chassis cover with the chassis cover 122 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Common Problems Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems NOTE The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products Non Acer products prototype cards or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses 1 Obtain the failing symptoms as much detail as possible 2 Verify the symptoms by attempting to re create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation 3 Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to 4 Ifthe Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information page 173 Chapter 4 123 Power Issue If the system doesn t power on perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs AC Battery AC Batt power cwap Power cw VB swap M B Computer Shutsdown Intermittently If the system powers off at intervals perform
10. HDD HDDCOVER T ASSYWRUBBER 1 ASSY W RUBBER 42 TPK07 003 PD cove ASSY WUER COVER 2 ASSY W RUBBER 42 TPK07 004 HDD CONNECTOR 20 7 001 6 15 N Keyboard Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black US International Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black US International Hebrew Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black UK Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Turkish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Thailand Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Swiss G Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Swedish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Spanish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105 5 Black Slovak Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black SLO CRO Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Russian Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Portuguese Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Polish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Norwegian Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Korean Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Japanese Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Italian Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Hungarian Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Greek Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black German Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Danish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Czech Keyboar
11. 2 Replace the two securing screws on the camera bracket top of LCD panel 3 Replace the eight securing screws four on each side on the LCD Panel brackets 96 Chapter 3 4 Align the LCD Panel cable as shown Conenct the LCD cable and press down to engage the adhesive pads 5 Ensure that all cables are positioned out of the way 6 Replace the ground cable and secure with the and place the LCD Panel in the back cover screw 7 Secure the LCD module with the eight securing 8 Align the Camera Module over the guide pins and Screws insert it in place adhesive side down Secure by pressing down to insure cohesion Chapter 3 97 9 Connect the Camera Module cable 10 Insert the Inverter board in place Press down to ensure cohesion 11 Connect the left and right Inverter board cables as shown 98 Chapter 3 Replacing the LCD Bezel 1 Locate the bezel correctly and press down the edges until there are no gaps between the bezel and the LCD Module 2 Starting from left to right firmly press down to ensure the bezel is situated correctly four locations on each side Chapter 3 99 Main Module Reassembly Procedure Replacing the CPU 1 Carefully turn the mainboard upside down CPU 2 Using a plastic screw driver lock the CPU in the side up and insert the CPU into the CPU bracket socket as shown as shown 4 5 pe micron 70 TE
12. 3 Connect the modem cable to the module PRL lO S d fara Es m M WIL 1191000 340212 990 WU UMN LUE 104 Chapter 3 Replacing the Finger Print Reader 1 Replace the Finger Print Reader board in the upper cover J 2 Replace the two securing screws n r _ Me NOTE Carefully insert the cable ends fully into the connector Take care to line up the cable square with the connector before securing the FFC connector latch Chapter 3 105 Replacing the Launch Board 1 Replace the Launch Board in the bracket 2 Replace the Launch Board on the upper cover NN 3 Replace the three securing screws 4 Line up the FFC square with the connector Hold the cable in place and press lever down to secure i M pu n on 4 106 Chapter 3 Replacing the Speaker Module 1 Replace the speaker modules as shown 2 Replace the five securing screws three on the left module and two on the right module 3 Secure the speaker cable as shown with the 4 Replace the Microphone as shown adhesive tape Chapter 3 107 Replacing the TouchPad 1 Connect the TouchPad cable to the TouchPad board IMPORTANT The TouchPad cannot be removed individually To replace the
13. 5 Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier 6 Remove the HDD from the carrier 7 Remove the connector from the HDD Matai ibis PP 9 Chapter 3 57 58 Removing the Optical Drive Module 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 Loosen the screw to remove the ODD cap 3 Remove the ODD cap 4 Using screw driver push the ODD module and grasp the front panel to remove from the computer Chapter 3 5 Remove the two screws securing the ODD bracket and remove the ODD bracket from the optical disk drive module Chapter 59 Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Remove Remove Remove Switch Cover Keyboard DIMMs LCD Module Remove Switch Board Remove Remove Upper Lower Cover Cover Y Y Y Remove Remove Fingerprint Speakers Mic REMOVE Launch Board Reader cable Remove TouchPad Bracket Y Y Y Remove Remove ExpressCard Remove Bluetooth Module p Modem Module Module v Remove Mainboard Remove Screw List NL LCD Module M2 5 L6 5 M2 5 L6 5 NL Switch Board M2 5 L4 NL Upper Cover z L4 NL Finger Print Reader Speaker Module M2 L6 NL Launch Board M2 5 L4 NL 60 T
14. Chapter 1 Productivity Keys only for certain models Three productivity keys give users one touch access to protection and manageability features for a more secure smarter and easier way to work Lock key runs the Windows lock function to lock the notebook when you step out If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio Protection you only need to swipe your finger to log into Windows again Presentation key minimizes open application windows and prepares the display for impressive presentations Sync key instantly synchronizes your computer system to an external storage device for convenient and secure backup a Presentation Minimizes your open windows and prepares your display for presenting Chapter 1 11 TouchPad Basics with fingerprint reader The following items show you how to use the TouchPad with Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader EI 1 2 3 4 Move your finger across the touchpad 1 to move the cursor Press the left 2 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Use Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader 3 supporting Acer FingerNav 4 way control function only for certain models to scroll up or down and move left or right a page This fingerprint reader or button mimics your cursor pressing on the r
15. Removing the Antenna Remove the Memory Cover See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51 Remove the HDD2 Cover See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51 Bum Remove the WLAN Module See Removing the WLAN Module on page 53 Disconnect the Antenna Cables from the securing guides as shown Chapter 3 67 Removing the LCD Module See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51 See Removing the Keyboard on page 64 See Removing the Antenna on page 67 oe o Remove the two securing screws from the bottom of the chassis 68 Chapter 3 7 Remove the four securing screws two each side from the LCD module TravelMate 7730G a o lolo UE _ Sep 17 Screw Type LCD Module M2 5 L6 5 NL dr 8 Carefully remove the LCD module from the chassis IMPORTANT Place the LCD module face up on a clean surface to prevent scratching or damage Chapter 3 69 Removing the Switch Board 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Remove the three securing screws 70 Chapter 3 Removing the Upper Cover 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 See Removing the LCD Module on page 68 3 See Removing the Switch Board on page 70 4 Turn the computer over Remove the sixteen 16 screws on the bottom panel Upper Cover M2 5 3 Green Callou
16. 78 Removing the Launch Board 79 Removing the Bluetooth 0 81 Removing the Modem Module 82 Removing the ExpressCard Module 83 Removing the Mainboard 84 Removing the CPU Fan 86 Removing The CRW 2 2 26424005065 med igh bo eee navis 87 LCD Module Disassembly Process 88 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 Removing the LCD Bezel 89 Removing the Inverter Board 91 Removing the Camera Module 92 Removing the LCD Panels cccavs bed eu hood 93 Removing the LCD Brackets FPC 94 LCD Module Reassembly Procedure 96 Replacing the LCD Panel 96 Replacing tne LCD Bezel 22 43 oad Boke cg 99 Main Module Reassembly Procedure 100 Heplacibd ME SP c es ace des a 100 Replacing the CPU Fan Module 100 Replacing the Mainboard
17. PCMCIA Dummy Dummy y Remove Lower Covers Y Y Y Remove Remove Remove HDD1 HDD2 ODD Remove Turbo RAM Remove WLAN Screw List E HDD2 Carrier MSLSS ND __ Chapter 3 A7 Removing the Battery Pack 1 Turn computer over 2 Slide the battery lock unlock latch to the unlock position um 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position 1 then slide out the battery pack from the main unit 2 48 Chapter 3 Removing the SD dummy card 1 Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it 2 Pull it out from the slot Chapter 3 49 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 1 Push the ExpressCard dummy card all the way in to eject it 2 Pull it out from the slot 50 Chapter 3 Removing the Lower Covers 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 See Removing the SD dummy card on page 49 3 See Removing the ExpressCard dummy card on page 50 4 Loosen the 9 captive screws on the HDD1 HDD2 and Memory covers Memory Cover HDD eee Cover Cover 5 Carefully open the memory cover Chapter 3 51 52 6 Remove the HDD2 cover as shown 7 Remove the HDD1 cover as shown Removing the Turbo RAM module 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 Remove the HDD2 cover See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51 3 Remove the Tur
18. Right View 54 Accepts one ExpressCard 54 module slot Note Push to remove install the card USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active indicator 5 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive button Emergency eject Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is hole turned off Note Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off Modem RJ 11 Connects to a phone line port Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer slot security lock Rear View Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use 8 Chapter 1 Bottom View Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack Battery release Releases the battery for removal J latch Battery lock Locks the battery in position Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk Secured with Main screws Acer DASP Disk Protects the hard disk drive from shocks and Anti Shock bumps only for certain models Protection Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk Secured with Secondary screws only for certain models Memory Houses the computer s main memory compartment Ventilation slots Enable the computer to
19. 87 LCD Module Disassembly Process LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart Remove LCD Panel from Main Unit before proceeding Remove LCD Bezel LCD Assembly Y Y LCD Back Assembl Panel y Assembly Y Y Remove Remove Remove LCD Panel Camera Module Inverter Board Y Y Y Remove Remove Remove LCD FPC Cable Screw List LCD Bezel LCD Brackets Camera Bracket L5 NL L5 NL L3 NL 2 Camera Bracket M2 L3 NL 88 ye Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Bezel 1 Remove the LCD Module See Removing the LCD Module on page 68 2 Remove the six rubber covers and screws LCD Bezel M2 5 L5 NL 3 Starting from the inside edges pry the inside of the bezel upwards from the panel Continue moving left until the bezel is removed If necessary use a plastic pry to release the corners of the bezel Chapter 3 89 4 Lift up the bezel and remove it from the LCD Module 90 Chapter 3 Removing the Inverter Board 1 Remove the LCD Bezel See Removing the LCD Bezel on page 89 2 Disconnect the left and right Inverter board cables as shown Chapter 3 91 Removing the Camera Module 1 Remove the LCD Bezel See Removing the LCD Bezel on page 89 2 Disconnect the Camera Module cable as shown FEN LAT J y
20. LG 8ms Memory Test 60001993 SO1GBII6 SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB NT1GT64U8HBOBN 3C 0 090 NANYA 16081942 U2GBII6 Memory MICRON UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664AY MICRON 667E1 LF 60002215 5 512 6 Memory SAMSUNG SO DIMM DDRII 667 512MB SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3 CE6 LF 610092 SO1GBII6 Memory INFINEON SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB INFINEON HYS64T128021EDL 3S LF 60002045 SO1GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB HYMP112S64CP6 Y5 HYNIX LF 170 Appendix B 60002045 U2GBII6 Memory HYNIX UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125U64CP8 Y5 HYNIX LF 128 8 0 065um 60002215 U2GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M378T5663QZ3 SAMSUNG CE6 LF 12878 0 065um 60002045 50512 6 Memory HYNIX SO DIMM DDRII 667 512MB HYMP164S64CP6 HYNIX Y5 LF 64 16 0 065um 60002215 SO1GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB M470T2864QZ3 SAMSUNG CE6 LF 610092 SO1GBII6 Memory INFINEON SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB INFINEON HYS64T128021EDL 3S LF 610092 SO1GBII6 Memory INFINEON SO DIMM DDRII 667 1GB INFINEON HYS64T128021EDL 3S LF 60002045 U2GBII6 Memory HYNIX UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125U64CP8 Y5 HYNIX LF 128 8 0 065um 60002045 SO2GBII6 Memory HYNIX SO DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125S64CP8 Y5 HYNIX LF 60002215 U2GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M378T5663QZ3 SAMSUNG CE6 LF 12878 0 065um 16081942 U2GBII6 Memory MICRON UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664AY MICRON 667E1 LF 60002045 U2GBII6 Memory HYNIX UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB HYMP125U64CP8 Y5 HYNIX LF 12
21. Playback is Choppy If playback is choppy or jumps perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 2 Check that system resources are not running low a Try closing some applications b Reboot and try the operation again Check that the ODD controller transfer mode is set to DMA a Navigate to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance gt Device Manager Chapter 4 133 b Double click IDE ATA ATAPI controllers then right click Device 0 Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab Ensure that the Enable DMA box is checked and click OK d Repeat for the other ATA Devices shown if applicable Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility 2 Check that the drive is detected in the ATAPI Model Name field on the Information page NOTE Check that the entry is identical to one of the ODDs specified in Hardware Specifications and Configurations on page 18 3 Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD See Disassembly Process on page 46 a Check for broken connectors on the drive motherboard and cables b Check for bent or broken pins on the drive motherboard and cable connections c Try an alternate cable if available If the drive works with the new cable the original cable sho
22. Remove BIOS Password If you key wrong Supervisor Password for three time System Disabled would display on the screen See the image below System Disabled 144521 If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem you can run BIOS PW EXE 1 bios pw 14452 0 2 Choose one upper case string CIOWIHDOWS system3Z cmd exe en Microsoft Windows AP Version 5 1 26801 Copyright 19765 2661 Microsoft Corp C Documents and Settings N5S4 d De wthios_pw 14452 vi W 1 July 1997 Reboot the system and key in 9 or O7yqmjd to BIOS user password Chapter 2 44 Chapter 2 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step by step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting Disassembly Requirements To disassemble the computer you need the following tools Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Flat screwdriver Philips screwdriver Plastic flat screwdriver Plastic tweezers NOTE The screws for the different components vary in size During the disassembly process group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components Chapter 3 45 General Information Pre disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure make sure that you do the following 1 Tu
23. SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh Main BT 00603 042 COMMON Normal Type Battery SONY AS 2007B Li lon 352 SONY 6 cell 4400mAh Main BT 00604 025 COMMON Normal Type Battery SIMPLO AS 2007B Li lon 352 PANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh Main BT 00607 016 COMMON PSS Battery SANYO AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh Main BT 00803 024 COMMON Battery SONY AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh Main BT 00804 020 COMMON Battery PANASONIC AS 2007B Li lon 452 PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh BT 00805 011 Main COMMON Battery SIMPLO AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell 4800mAh Main BT 00807 015 COMMON PSS Battery PANASONIC AS 2007B Li lon 352 PANASONIC 6 cell 4400mAh BT 00605 021 Main COMMON PSS Board Lite On Conexant Unizion 1 5 3 3v AUS RD02 D330 B85247600G FX 22500 021 BT 21100 005 WIRELESS LAN CARD FOXCONN T60h976 00 MINI 54 AZL07 001 WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802 11BG FOXCONN 4312 77 030 00 23600 029 TOUCHPAD BOARD W O 55 10407 001 TOUCHPAD BOARD W 55 7 001 m BLUETOOTH MODULE T60H928 11 Chapter 6 15 POWER BOARD 55 TPK07 002 SWITCH BOARD 55 TPK07 003 NEWCARD BOARD 55 TPK07 004 MSI VGA Card AMD M82ME XT DDRII 256M 400MHz 32 16 MXM II w VG82M06 001 HDCP w 2 PowerlC Cables POWER CORD IT 1 8M SPBLACK FZ010008 008 27 99 7 005 POWER CORD S A 1 8M 3BLACK 2010008 006 27 148V7 001 POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS 27 TAXV7 001 POWER CORD EU 1 8M 3PBLACK FM010008 010 27 TATV7 00
24. 528 pin Features A Link Express II interface to AMD Northbridge High data transfer Bandwidth up to 2 5GT s Lane PCI bus support Rev 2 3 USB controllers 5 OHCI and 2 EHCI Host controllers to support 12 USB 2 0 Ports and 2 dedicated USB 1 1 ports SATA controllers Supports six SATA ports with transfer rates up to 3Gb s Supports both SATA 1 5 and SATA 3 0 compliance devices Supports e SATA AMD RAID support and AMD AHCI support Interrupt controller Support IOAPIC X APIC mode for 24 channels of interrupt High definition Audio supports up to 4 codec s and up to 192 KHZ sample rate and 32 bit Audio Flash controller supports ReadyBoost and ReadyDrive features of windows Vista CPU Fan True Value Table Throttling 50 On 97 C Off 88 C OS Shut down 105 C H W Shut down 110 C Fan default 3 5V System Clock System clock chip SLG8SP628VTR or pin compatible device Clock Synthesizer 200Mhz for CPU RS780M 100MHz clock buffer for RS780M SB700 and PCI E devices 96MHz for RS780M 48Mhz for USB clock inside SB700 33Mhz PCI clock for PC devices SIO LPC spread spectrum function for reducing Chapter 1 19 20 Crystal and Oscillator Features e 14 318Mhz crystal for clock Gen chip 32 768Khz crystal for RTC inside SB700 and WPCE775C 25Mhz for SATA controller inside SB700 25MHZ crystal for BroadCom Lan controller 5764 System Memory Memory module combinations
25. LCD Bezel 89 LCD Brackets 94 LCD Failure 127 175 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 88 LCD Panel 93 lower cover 51 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 60 Mainboard 84 media access on indicator 10 MediaTouch Button Failure 137 Memory Check 124 Model Definition 166 Modem Failure 135 Modem Module 82 No Display Issue 125 Notebook Manager hotkey 15 num lock on indicator 10 ODD Failure 132 Online Support Information 173 optical drive module 58 Panel 5 Bottom 9 left 5 PC Card 10 POST Codes Chipset 141 Power On Failure 124 speakers hotkey 15 System Block Diagram 4 176 Test Compatible Components 167 Thermal Unit Failure 138 Top 145 TouchPad 78 hotkey 15 TouchPad Failure 128 Troubleshooting Built in KB Failure 127 EasyTouch Buttons 136 Fingerprint Reader 137 HDTV Switch 138 Internal Microphone 130 Internal Speakers 128 LCD Failure 127 MediTouch Buttons 137 Modem 135 No Display 125 ODD 132 Other Failures 139 Power On 124 Thermal Unit 138 TouchPad 128 USB 135 WLAN 136 Turbo RAM module 52 Undetermined Problems 140 USB Failure Rightside 135 utility BIOS 27 40 Windows 2000 Environment Test 168 Wireless Function Failure 136 WLAN Board 53
26. O in bytes available to the Hot Plug slots Memory Set the amount of Memory in bytes available to Hot Plug slots Pre fetchable Set the amount of Pre fetchable Memory in Memory bytes available to the Hot Plug slots 30 Chapter 2 Enable Enable Yes or Disable No Multimedia Multimedia Timer Timer support Watchdog Timer Disable or Enable the OS Watchdog Timer using ACPI WDAT Hammer Enter the Hammer Configuration menu Configuration Integrated Enter the Integrated Devices menu Devices PnP Configuration Enter the PnP Configuration menu IDE Configuration Enter the IDE Configuration menu Chapter 2 HT LDT Frequency HT LDT Width DDR2 Memory Frequency LS Table loading ISO Flow Control Hi Priority Channel Display Refresh Sync Flood Detection USB Control USB2 Control USB BIOS Legacy Support MAC LAN MAC Address Azalia Codec Integrated Codec SATA Mode SATA AHCI Mode SATA Hotplug Power on options Interrupt Mode PCI Express MSI 55 WOL Software Based PMU FW Loading SMU Dynamic Crush Voltage PMU iGPU Stutter Mode PMU System Stutter Mode PMU LMM Mode Dynamic FPCI Clock gt PCI Device SLot 1 gt PCI PNP ISA UMB Region Exclusion gt PCI PNP IRQ UMB Resource Exclusion Large Disk Access Mode Local Bus IDE adapter gt Primary Master gt Primary Slave 31 IGPU Chipset Enter the iGPU Chipset menu Integrated Graphic Video Memory Hybrid Gr
27. Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Ensure that Speakers are selected as the default audio device green check mark NOTE If Speakers does not show right click on the Playback tab and select Show Disabled Devices clear by default 7 Select Speakers and click Configure to start Speaker Setup Follow the onscreen prompts to configure the speakers Remove and recently installed hardware or software Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore If the issue is not fixed repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date 10 Reinstall the Operating System 11 If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Chapter 4 129 Internal Microphone Failure If the internal Microphone fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Re assemble the MIC cable to M B Check M B Mic cable Swap MIC wire of LOD module Check MIC wire of LCD module swap MB Microphone Problems If internal or external Microphones do no operate correctly perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 24 09 GL ee OU ND 130 Check that the microphone is enabled Navigate to Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound and select the Recording tab Right click on the Recording tab and select Show Disabled Devices clear by default The microphone appears
28. SONY AS 2007B Li lon 352 SONY 6 cell 4400mAh Main SONY COMMON Normal Type 60002162 6CELL2 2 Battery SIMPLO AS 2007B Li lon 382P PANASONIC 6 cell SIMPLO 4400mAh Main COMMON PSS 60001921 8CELL2 4 Battery SANYO AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P SANYO 8 cell 4800mAh SANYO Main COMMON 60001535 8CELL2 4 Battery PANASONIC AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell PANASONI 4800mAh Main COMMON C CPU Test 22554573 GFNQS CPU AMD TurionX2 Griffin QS PGA AMD 22554573 ATUZM86 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM86 PGA 2 4G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 AMD 22554573 AAQL60 CPU AMD Athlon64X2 QL60 PGA 1 9G 1M 638 35W Griffin B1 AMD 168 Appendix B 22554573 ATRM70 CPU AMD TurionX2 RM70 PGA 2 0G 1M 638 35W Griffin B1 AMD 22554573 ATUZM80 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM80 PGA 2 1G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 AMD 22554573 ATUZM82 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM82 PGA 2 2G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 AMD 22554573 SMPSI4025W CPU AMD SempronM 5140 PGA 2 0G 512K 638 25W Griffin B1 AMD 22554573 ATUZM84 CPU AMD TurionX2 ZM84 PGA 2 3G 2M 638 35W Griffin B1 AMD HDD Test 60002036 N120GB5 4KS HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 120GB ST9120817AS Corsair SATA SEAGATE LF F W 3 AAA 60001994 N120GB5 4KS HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 120GB WD1200BEVS 22USTO ML125 WD SATA LF F W 01 01A01 60001922 N250GB5 4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 250GB MK2546GSX Leo BS SATA TOSHIBA LF F W LB013J DIGI 60002005 N160GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 160GB 5542516 95 00 Bronco B HGST SG SATA Il LF F W C31P 60001922 N320GB5 4KS H
29. You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications Memory Combinations 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 768MB 256MB 1024 1280 _ 1024 1024 1024 256MB 1280MB ese _ 2048MB 256MB 2304MB 2048MB 512MB 2560MB 2048MB 1024MB 3072MB 2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 512MB 2048MB 2560MB Chapter 1 Hard Disk Drive Interface Vendor amp amp Model Name Capacity MB Bytes per sector Dataheads Drive Format Spindle speed Performance Specifications o PO o o media transfer rate disk buffer Mbytes s transfer rate host buffe r Mbytes s DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance Combo Drive Module Performance Specticaton _ Tansee meee Power Requirement Thermal Sensor Control Thermal Sensor Chip GMT 781 Chapter 1 21 22 5 BIOS WND W25X80VSSIG or pin compatible device One 8 SOP package 1Mbyte FLASH ROM W25X80VSSIG is used for BIOS keyboard encoder and power controller codes It occupies system memory area E0000 FFFFF After posting system the shadow RAM function will be enabled BIOS ROM Type WND 4MB CMOS Boot Block Flash Memory Block Size 64kbytes per block Supply Current Active current 5 mA Typical Standby current 1 Typical LCD 17 1 Vendor model name Screen Diagonal m
30. a special block of BIOS It is used to boot up the system 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 system provides a function hotkey Fn Esc for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is powered on during BIOS POST To use this function it is strongly recommended to have the AC adapter and Battery present If this function is enabled the system will force the BIOS to enter a special BIOS block called Boot Block Steps for BIOS Recovery from USB Storage Before doing this prepare the Crisis USB key The Crisis USB key could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in another system with Windows XP OS Follow the steps below 1 2 3 148 Save ROM file file name JAL90x64 fd to the root directory of USB storage Plug USB storage into USB port Press Fn ESC button then plug in AC The Power button flashes once Press Power button to initiate system CRISIS mode When CRISIS is complete the system auto restarts with a workable BIOS Update the latest version BIOS for this machine by regular BIOS flashing process Chapter 5 Chapter 6 FRU Field Replaceable Unit List This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of TravelMate 7530 7230 Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA Return Merchandise A
31. disable PCIE Lane Swizzle for PCIE x 16 slot Disabled or Enabled Disable LOs Disable L1 Enabled or Disabled Disabled or Enabled Chapter 2 Exit The Exit screen allows you to save or discard any changes you made and quit the BIOS Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Power Exit System Setup and Exit Discarding Changes Save your changes to Load Setup Defaults CMOS Discard Changes Save Changes The table below describes the parameters in this screen Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS Exit Discarding Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS Changes Load Setup Default Load Setup Default Default Load default values for all Load default values for all SETUP item item Discard Changes Load previous values from EID for all SETUP items Save Changes Save Setup Data to CMOS Chapter 2 39 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs New features or options Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM NOTE If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility NOTE Do not install memory related drivers XMS EMS DPMI when you use the Phlash NOTE Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash util
32. oad OE Replace M B Chapter 4 127 TouchPad Failure If the TouchPad doesn t work perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs F e assemble Check M B the T P FFC tn T P FFC MIB awap Feasse Check Logic mble the T F Upper board or FFE Internal Speaker Failure If the internal Speakers fail perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs RPe assemble Check M B the SPK cable SFK cable to swap Logic Check Lagic UoperLower Upper swap 128 Chapter 4 Sound Problems If sound problems are experienced perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Reboot the computer 2 Navigate to Start gt Control Panel System and Maintenance Device Manager Check the Device Manager to determine that The device is properly installed There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks There are no device conflicts No hardware is listed under Other Devices Roll back the audio driver to the previous version if updated recently Remove and reinstall the audio driver Ensure that all volume controls are set mid range a Click the volume icon on the taskbar and drag the slider to 50 Ensure that the volume is not muted b Click Mixer to verify that other audio applications are set to 50 and not muted 6 Navigate to Start Control
33. still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 126 1 2 3 If the computer is more than one year old replace the CMOS battery Run a complete virus scan using up to date software to ensure the computer is virus free If the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices If the BIOS settings are still lost replace the cables If HDD information is missing from the BIOS the drive may be defective and should be replaced Replace the Motherboard If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Chapter 4 LCD Failure If the LCD fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Check LCD LCD cable module LCD panel inverter Reassemble and swap swap Built In Keyboard Failure If the built in Keyboard fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Keyboard well comected Keyb
34. subsystem ACPI 3 0 71 W 4800 mAh 48 8W 4400 mAh 3 pin 65 W AC adapter 3 pin 90W AC adapter Energy Star 4 0 Input Devices 105 106 key keyboard Touchpad pointing device I O interface Acer EasyPort IV connector 54 slot PC Card slot Type II Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader 5 in 1 card reader SD M MMC MS MS PRO xD Four USB 2 0 ports HDMI port with HDCP support External display VGA port 2 Chapter 1 Headphone speaker line out jack Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Non operating 20 C to 65 C 4 F to 149 F Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 Non operating 20 to 80 NOTE Items marked with denote only selected models NOTE The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Chapter 1 3 System Block Diagram CONI Lion AMD Griffin sane conc DDR ii VTERM CET SPORE uPGAYiZW FE CLE CLOCK GEN 4 BSA LE Te SYSTEM POWER SLOPES MXM Connector B HORTH BRIDGE RX7I80 RS7T80M Hini PCI E Express JMB EBS 4 IN 1 NEEDS Tem Kimm Slipin Card Card LAND READER
35. ta F P FFC Swap Logic lowerfLogic upper Check Logic Upper Lower Swap M B Chapter 4 197 Thermal Unit Failure If the Thermal Unit fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace non defective FRUS heateimk yell seated HDTV Switch Failure If the HDTV Switch fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Re assemble Check VGA B the VGAYB or Dis or HOMIE HOMIE p d Swap VGA B Check or HDMI B lt or ous swap M B 138 Chapter 4 External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Try an alternative mouse 2 Ifthe mouse uses a wireless connection insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection See the mouse user manual 3 Ifthe mouse uses a USB connection try an alternate USB port 4 Try an alternative program to verify mouse operation Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure 5 Restart the computer 6 Remove any recently added hardware and associated software 7 Remove any recently added software and reboot 8 Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore If the issue is not fixed repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date 9 Run the Event Viewer to check the events log for errors For more informati
36. the screen Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values Please note that system information is subject to different models Chapter 2 27 Information The Information screen displays a Summary of your computer hardware information Information 105 7070 Power Exit CPU Type AMD Turion tm X2 Dual Core Mobile RM 70 CPU Speed 2000 MHz IDE1 Model Name Hitachi 5542525 95 00 IDE1 Serial Number 071110BBOFOOWDGS1K4C ATAPI Model Name Slimtype DVD A DS8A2S PS System BIOS Version 0 19 1 VGA BIOS Version V010 080 000 000 027965 Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name Acer UUID 1 50 1 19290001 68355 41 NOTE The system information is subject to different models UUID Number Universally Unique Identifier UUID is an identifier standard used in software construction standardized by the Open Software Foundation OSF as part of the Distributed Computing Environment DCE 28 Chapter 2 Main The Main screen allows the user to set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery Information Advanced Security Boot Power Exit 13 04 04 lt Tab gt lt Shift Tab gt or System Date 05 15 2008 lt Enter gt selects field System Memory 634 KB Extended Memory 1790 MB Video Memory 256 MB Quiet Boot Enabled Network Boot Enabled F12 Boot Menu Disabled D2D Recov
37. w HDCP w o Macrovision AMD 10001024 82MEXTHM256 MSI VGA Card AMD M82ME XT DDRII 256M 400MHz 32 16 MXM MSI M Il w HDCP w O2 PowerlC 9999995 UMA UMA ONE TIME VENDER WLAN Test 23707801 3rd WiFi BG Foxconn FOX_ATH_XB63 Foxconn Atheros XB63 minicard b g FOXCONN TW 9999995 3rd WiFi BG Foxconn Wireless LAN Broadcom 4312 minicard b g ONE TIME VENDER 172 Appendix B 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 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 Service guides for all models User s manuals Training materials Bios updates Software utilities Spare parts lists 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 Detailed information on Acer s International Traveler s Warranty
38. 1 POWER CORD UK 1 8 FP010008 013 27 TATV7 003 BLUETOOTH CABLE 50 7 001 NEW CARD CABLE 50 7 002 Case Cover Bracket Assembly MIDDLE COVER 42 7 001 UPPER CASE ASSY W TP SPEAKER MIC FFC CABLE W O 60 TQ407 001 UPPER CASE ASSY W TP SPEAKER MIC FFC CABLE FOR FP 60 7 001 LOWER CASE ASSY W RJ11 60 7 002 A Chapter 6 RAM COVER 42 7 002 KB PLATE FOR DDR2 33 7 007 SWITCH BOARD BRACKET 33 7 008 BASE ODD 42 TG607 002 CPU AMD SempronM SI40 PGA 2 0G 512K 638 25W Griffin B1 55102 400 CPU Processor Combo Module 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 8905 LF W O bezel SATA KO 0240E 009 OPTICAL BRACKET 33 TPK07 001 DVD CDRW COMBO BEZEL 42 TPK07 005 DVD RW SUPER MULTI SATA MODULE 6M TR807 001 PIONEER Super Multi DRIVE Tray DL 8X DVR TDO8RS LF W O bezel KU 00805 044 SATA ODD PLDS Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL 8X DS 8A2S LF W O KU 0080F 001 bezel SATA SONY SUPER MULTI DRIVE TRAY DL 8X AD 7560S LF W O BEZEL KU 0080E 009 SATA Chapter 6 15 OPTICAL BRACKET 33 7 001 ODD BEZEL SUPER MULTI 42 TPK07 006 OPTICAL BRACKET 33 TPK07 001 BLUE RAY COMBO MODULE 6M TPLO7 001 BLUE RAY COMBO TRAY 2X SONY BC 5500S AR KO 0020E 002 BD COMBO BEZEL 42 TPLO7 001 156 Chapte
39. 60 7 004 LCD BRACKET W HINGE R 33 TPK07 003 LCD BRACKET W HINGE L 33 TPK07 004 CCD MODULE 0 3M 57 ARE07 001 CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY 57 TPKO7 002 CCD BRACKET 33 7 005 CCD CABLE 50 7 004 16 C2 Mainboard MAINBOARD UMA AMDRS780MN W CARD READER W O CPU RAM LF MAINBOARD DIS AMDRS780MN W CARD READER W O CPU RAM LF Memory Memory MICRON SO DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY 667E1 LF KN 2GB04 001 Heatsink THERMAL MODULE FOR UMA 60 TR807 001 THERMAL MODULE FOR VGA 60 07 001 Miscellaneous LCD RUBBER 1 47 7 001 LCD RUBBER 2 47 TPK07 002 LOWER CASE FOOT STAND 47 AGWO07 004 SPEAKER 23 07 001 Speaker Screw List SCREW M2 0 2 5 I BUWZN 86 TPK07 001 SCREW M3 0 3 5 I BUWZN IRON 86 TPK07 002 SCREW 3 0 5 3 86 A03V7 006 SCREW M2 5 6 5 I BZN NYLOK RED 86 07 001 SCREW M2 5 5 0 I BZN 86 07 003 SCREW M2 5 3 0 I BZN 86 7 003 164 Chapter 6 Chapter 6 165 Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 7530 7230 Series Appendix A 166 Test Compatible Components This computer 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 Regardi
40. 62 CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 3WIRE AUO NON GLARE W CCD LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA None Glare B170PWO06 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 3 FOR AUO LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W HINGE R LCD BRACKET W HINGE L CCD MODULE 0 3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 2WIRE AUO GLARE W CCD LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA Glare B170PW06 V2 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 2 FOR AUO 50 7 004 6 7 007 LK 17105 008 19 7 001 50 7 003 60 7 008 60 7 004 33 7 003 33 7 004 57 ARE07 001 57 TPKO7 002 33 7 005 50 7 004 6 7 008 LK 17105 009 19 7 001 50 7 003 60 7 009 2 D F D LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60 7 004 LCD BRACKET W HINGE R 33 7 003 LCD BRACKET W HINGE L 33 7 004 CCD MODULE 0 3M 57 ARE07 001 CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY 57 7 002 33 7 005 CCD CABLE 50 7 004 LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 2WIRE AUO NON GLARE W CCD 6 7 009 LK 17105 008 LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA None Glare B170PW06 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD 19 7 001 LCD CABLE FOR CCD 50 TPK07 003 LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 2 FOR AUO 60 TPK07 009 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD
41. 8 8 0 065um 60002215 U2GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M378T5663QZ3 SAMSUNG CE6 LF 12878 0 065um 16081942 U2GBII6 Memory MICRON UNB DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664AY MICRON 667E1 LF 60002215 SO2GBII6 Memory SAMSUNG SO DIMM DDRII 667 2GB M470T5663QZ3 SAMSUNG CE6 LF 16081942 SO2GBII6 Memory MICRON SO DIMM DDRII 667 2GB MT16HTF25664HY MICRON 667E1 LF 60001993 SO1GBII6 Memory NANYA SO DIMM DDRII 667 NT1GT64UHS8DOFN NANYA 3C LF 64 16 0 07um Modem Test 10001023 Lite Con MC4Z Lite On Conexant Unizion 1 5 3 3v AUS RD02 D330 LITE ON 1 5 3 3V Aus Northbridge Chipset Test 22554573 AMDRS780MN AMD RS780MN w HDCP EEPROM AMD ODD Test 10001070 NSM8XS ODD PLDS Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL 8X DS 8A2S LF PHILIPS W O bezel SATA 60001939 NSM8XS ODD PIONEER Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL 8X DVR PIONEER TDO8RS LF W O bezel SATA 10001063 NBDCB2XS ODD SONY BD COMBO 12 7mm Tray DL 2X 55005 LF W O SONY bezel SATA 60001535 NBDCB2X ODD PANASONIC BD COMBO 12 7mm Tray DL 2X UJ 120B LF PANASONI W O bezel PATA C 10001063 NSM8XS ODD SONY Super Multi DRIVE 12 7mm Tray DL 8X AD 7560S LF SONY W O bezel SATA Appendix B 171 10001063 NCB24XS ODD SONY COMBO 12 7mm Tray DL 24X CRX890S LF W O SONY bezel SATA 60001922 NCB24XS ODD TOSHIBA COMBO 12 7mm Tray DL 24X TS L463A LF W O TOSHIBA bezel SATA DIGI Southbridge Chipset Test 22554573 AMDSB700 AMD 5 700 AMD VGA Chip Test 22554573 82MEXTHM AMD 82MEXTHM
42. ASPM LOs L1s Disabled LOs PCIE Lane Swizzle Disabled The table below describes the items menus and submenus in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings C1E Configuration Enable or Disable C1E Dual Core related Griffin Mode or Disabled CPU power State CPU Throttle Enable or disable CPU Throttle Disabled or Enabled CPU Spread Spectrum Enable or disable CPU Spread Spectrum Disabled or Enabled iGPU Spread Spectrum Set the Spread Spectrum percentage 1 00 2 0096 3 00 4 00 5 00 or Disabled PCIE Spread Spectrum Enable or disable PCIE Spread Spectrum Disabled or Enabled SATA Spread Enable or disable SATA Spread Spectrum Disabled or Linear Down Spectrum PState Configuration Enable or disable ACPI PState Support Enabled or Disabled USB CSC Resume Enable or disable wake up from S3 by USB Disabled or Enabled plug or unplug Cannot_Find_String Enable or disable the Cannot_Find_String Disabled or Enabled message during boot HIPM Enable or disable Aggressive Link Power Disabled or Enabled Management HIPM SATA Clock Set the SATA low power control level 133 MHz or 200 MHz PCI Clocks Enable all PCI clocks or lock down all PCI Enabled or Auto clocks to Port 80 Chapter 2 38 AltVid Enable or disable AltVid functionality ASPM LOs L1s Enable or disable Active State Power Management ASPM states for LOs and L1 PCIE Lane Swizzle Enable or
43. D BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 2WIRE NON GLARE W CCD LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD 57 ARE07 001 57 07 002 33 7 005 50 7 004 6M TR807 004 LK 17106 004 LK 17108 011 LK 1700D 009 19 7 001 50 7 003 60 7 005 60 7 004 33 7 003 33 7 004 57 ARE07 001 57 TPKO7 002 33 7 005 50 7 004 6M TR807 005 LK 17108 012 19 TPK07 001 50 TPK07 003 Chapter 6 2 D o LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 2 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W HINGE R LCD BRACKET W HINGE L CCD MODULE 0 3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 3WIRE AUO GLARE W CCD LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA Glare B170PW06 V2 LF 220nit 8ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 3 FOR AUO LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W HINGE R LCD BRACKET W HINGE L CCD MODULE 0 3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET 60 TPK07 005 60 7 004 33 7 003 33 7 004 57 ARE07 001 57 07 002 33 7 005 50 7 004 6 7 006 LK 17105 009 19 7 001 50 7 003 60 7 008 60 7 004 33 7 003 33 TPK07 004 57 ARE07 001 57 07 002 33 7 005 OD
44. DD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 320GB MK3252GSX Virgo BS SATA TOSHIBA LF F W LV010J DIGI 60001922 N120GB5 4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 120GB MK1246GSX Leo BS SATA TOSHIBA LF F W LB213J DIGI 60002036 N160GB5 4KS HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 160GB ST9160827AS Corsair SATA SEAGATE LF F W 3 AAA 60001994 N160GB5 4KS HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT 22ZCTO ML160 WD SATA LF F W 11 01A11 60002005 N250GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 250GB 5542525 95 00 Bronco B HGST SG SATA Il LF F W C31P 60001994 N320GB5 4KS HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT 22ZCTO ML160 WD SATA LF F W 11 01A11 60002005 N120GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 120GB 5542512 95 00 Bronco B HGST SG SATA Il LF FAW C31P 60001922 N160GB5 4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 160GB MK1652GSX Virgo BS TOSHIBA SATA LF F W LV010J DIGI 60002036 N250GB5 4KS HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 250GB ST9250827AS Corsair SATA SEAGATE LF F W 3 AAA SATA LF F W 01 01A01 60002036 N320GB5 4KS HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 320GB ST9320320AS Crockett SEAGATE SATA LF F W 0303 60002005 N160GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 160GB HTS543216L9A300 Falcon B HGST SG SATA LF F W C40C 60002036 N160GB5 4KS HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 160GB ST9160310AS Crockett SEAGATE SATA LF F W 0303 60001994 N250GB5 4KS HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 250GB WD2500BEVS 22USTO ML125 WD Appendix B 69 60002005 N320GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 320GB 554323219 300 Falcon B HGST SG SATA LF F W C40C 60001922 N120GB5 4KS HDD TOS
45. HIBA 2 5 5400rpm 120GB MK1252GSX Virgo BS SATA TOSHIBA LF F W LV010J DIGI 60002005 N250GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 250GB 554322519 300 Falcon B HGST SG SATA LF F W C40C 60001922 N250GB5 4KS HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400 250GB 255205 Virgo BS SATA TOSHIBA LF F W LV010J DIGI 60002005 N120GB5 4KS HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 120GB HTS543212L9A300 Falcon B HGST SG SATA LF F W C40C LCD Test 60003316 N17WXGA LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA None Glare B170PWO6 LF 220nit 8ms AUO 60002215 N17WXGA G LCD SAMSUNG 17 1 WXGA Glare LTN170BT07 G01 LF 220nit SAMSUNG 8ms 500 1 60003089 N17WXGA G LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA Glare LP171WP4 TLR1 LF 220nit 8ms LG 10001038 N17WXGA G LCD CMO 17 WXGA Glare N170C2 L02 LF 200nit 10ms CMO 60003316 N17WXGA G LCD AUO 17 1 WXGA Glare B170PWO06 V2 LF 220nit 8ms AUO 60002215 N17WXGA LCD SAMSUNG 17 1 WXGA None Glare LTN170BT 001 LF SAMSUNG 220nit 8ms 500 1 60003089 N17WXGA LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit LG 8ms 10001038 N17WXGA LCD CMO 17 WXGA None Glare N170C2 L01 LF 200nit 10ms CMO 60003089 N17WXGA LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit LG 8ms 10001038 N17WXGA LCD CMO 17 WXGA None Glare N170C2 L01 LF 200nit 10ms CMO 10001038 N17WXGA LCD CMO 17 WXGA None Glare N170C2 L01 LF 200nit 10ms CMO 60003089 N17WXGA LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit LG 8ms 60003089 N17WXGA LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit
46. ITW Returned material authorization procedures An overview 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 so if you have any suggestions or comments please do not hesitate to communicate these to us Appendix C 173 174 Appendix AFLASH Utility 40 Battery Pack 48 BIOS ROM type 22 vendor 22 BIOS Utility 27 40 Advanced 30 Boot 36 Exit 39 Navigating 27 Onboard Device Configuration 34 Power 36 37 Save and Exit 39 Security 33 System Security 39 Bluetooth module 81 Board Layout Top View 145 brightness hotkeys 15 Camera Module 92 caps lock on indicator 10 Chipset POST Codes 141 Common Problems 124 computer on indicator 10 CPU 87 DIMM Module 65 Display 4 display hotkeys 15 EasyTouch Failure 136 Euro 15 ExpressCard Module 83 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 47 Features Fingerprint Reader Failure 137 Flash Utility 40 FPC Cable 94 FRU Field Replaceable Unit List 149 Hard Disk Drive1 Module 54 Hard Disk Drive2 Module 56 HDTV Switch Failure 138 Hibernation mode hotkey 15 Hot Keys 13 Indicators 10 Intermittent Problems 140 Internal Microphone Failure 130 Internal Speaker Failure 128 inverter board 91 Jumper and Connector Locations 145 Top View 145 Keyboard 64 Keyboard Failure 127 Launch Board 79
47. T00 654 KB INT00 655 KB INT00 656 KB INT00 657 KB INT00 658 00 659 00 641 KB INT00 645 KB INT00 646 KB INT00 651 KB INT00 652 00 660 KB INT00 661 00 662 KB INT00 663 LCD 6 LCD CABLE FOR CCD 50 TPK07 003 LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 3 60 TPK07 003 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60 7 004 LCD BRACKET W HINGE R 33 TPK07 003 LCD BRACKET W HINGE L 33 TPK07 004 CCD MODULE 0 3M 57 ARE07 001 CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY 57 TPKO7 002 CCD BRACKET 33 TPK07 005 CCD CABLE 50 7 004 LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 8WIRE NON GLARE W CCD 6M TR807 003 LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA None Glare LP171WP4 TLR2 LF 220nit 8ms LK 17108 012 INVERTER BOARD 19 TPKO7 001 LCD CABLE FOR CCD 50 TPK07 003 LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 3 60 7 003 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD 60 TPK07 004 LCD BRACKET W HINGE R 33 TPK07 003 LCD BRACKET W HINGE L 33 7 004 15 O CCD MODULE 0 3 CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CCD BRACKET CCD CABLE LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 2WIRE GLARE W CCD LCD SAMSUNG 17 1 WXGA Glare LTN170BT07 G01 LF 220nit 8ms 500 1 LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA Glare LP171WP4 TLR1 LF 220nit 8ms LCD CMO 17 WXGA Glare N170C2 L02 LF 200nit 10ms INVERTER BOARD LCD CABLE FOR CCD LCD COVER ASSY W ANTENNA 2 LCD BEZEL FOR CCD LCD BRACKET W HINGE R LCD BRACKET W HINGE L CCD MODULE 0 3M CAMERA CNF701721004971L CNY CC
48. TouchPad replace the entire Upper Cover 4 4m 4 Replacing the Upper Cover 1 Tilt the Upper cover and insert the back of the cover into place 2 While holding the Upper Cover at an angle insert the MIC cable through the lower base taking care to ensure that the cable is accessible from the bottom cover 108 Chapter 3 3 Connect the four cables from the mainboard as shown the following image B D 4 Align A and secure by securing the FFC connector latch 5 Align and secure by securing the FFC connector latch 6 Align D and secure by securing the FFC connector latch 7 Connect C as shown NOTE Carefully insert the cable ends fully into the connector Take to line up the cable square with the connector before securing the FFC connector latch Chapter 3 109 8 Insert the Antenna Cables completely through the upper cover EE 10 Turn the computer over and locate the MIC Speaker cables 11 Insert the cables under the thermal module as shown pins gan MN gn Hil 110 Chapter 3 12 Continue to insert the cables through the HDD2 housing and pull the cable taunt 13 Locate the cables in the housing guides located by the CPU Fan module 14 Connect the cables Chapter 3 111 16 Turn the chassis over and replace the four securing screws Replacing the LCD Module 1 Align the LCD M
49. TravelMate 7530 7230 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER CSD web for more information please refer to http csd acer com tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 7530 7230 Series service guide 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 Co
50. a ri 15 Special Key only for certain models 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista dual display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 27 BIOS Sep o suid ertet deter iate bae 27 Navigating the BIOS DUllly ras ci rrt Re ders edet ht 27 AOMaAa Qc LUTEA 28 Mri MC Ec 29 AOV OIC BO tou EAR ttd ustedes 30 SOULS uiae uto 33 dud Muse tud d M eR A EE 36 37 jM Tr 39 BIOS n t M a acto deos t eco 40 Remove HDD BIOS Utility 41 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 45 Disassembly Requirements 45 Generali Informatlori 224 tho eae oe EE NON BUR edet 46 Pre disdssembly Instructions 46 Disassembly Process 46 External Module Disassembly Process 47 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 47 Removing the Battery Pack
51. able 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 Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features PCIE 1 System Block Diagram ado E EX WERE ERR SS 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 ROME 5 bd dert d nb eS EP 6 FoU MeL Iac 7 Spee a Race WA 8 8 9 MACAO rrr 10 Easy Launch BUONS 2 2 2 3 ew Ow RO Lo ut G 10 Productivity Keys only for certain 5 11 TouchPad Basics with fingerprint reader 12 Using the Keyboard usen denos Bebe ad dene deta ice pb e UE 13 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 13 WIDOdOWS IKGVSk dm p ox nd bil 14 Ma qo can o nad
52. ages may cause the system to malfunction Unless you have experience adjusting these items we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values If making settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction or prevents the system from booting open BIOS and choose Load Optimal Defaults in the Exit menu to boot up normally ue EM EUM Advanced __ a 21010 Power Exit Use this feature to Secured Setup Configurations tune USB timing event Reset Configuration Data No for USB devices LPC Port 80 Enabled PCI Hot Plug Resources Enabled 256 2 Pre fetchable Memory 2M Enable Multimedia Timer Yes Watchdog Timer Disabled gt Hammer Configuration Integrated Devices gt PnP Configuration IDE Configuration gt Chipset LCD Panel type EDID compliant The table below describes the items menus and submenus in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings USB Self Healing Enter the USB Self Healing menu Self Healing Self Healing Self Healing Secured Setup Prevents Plug and Play devices from Configuration changing system settings Reset Clear the Extended System Configuration Configuration Data ESCD area using this option Data LPC Port 80 Enable or Disable LPC Port 80 M PCI Hot Plug Enable or Disable Hot Plug support Resources Set the amount of I
53. aphics mGPU nPW MXM LVDS TV MXM CRT DVI Panel Scaling Boot Display Preferred TV Connector TV Format LCD Panel type Select the correct LCD panel type for N A testing purposes 32 Chapter 2 Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use OCCUrity Power Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is Clear Supervisor Password User Password Is Clear controls acces to the SATA Port 0 Disk Status Clear setup utility Enter Set User Password Enter Set SATA Port 0 HDD Password Enter Password on boot Disabled The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Supervisor Password Is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set User Password Is Shows the setting of the user password Clear or Set SATA Port 0 Disk Status Shows the setting of the hard disk password 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 can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of parameters Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password When user password is set this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access The user can enter Setup menu only and does not have right t
54. ble CPU cache C E OFh 10h 11h 5 Initialize caches to initial POST values Q O 2 Initialize component Initialize the local bus IDE Initialize Power Management Load alternate registers with initial POST values 12h Restore CPU control word during warm boot 13h Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices 14h Initialize keyboard controller 16h 1 2 2 3 BIOS ROM checksum 17h Initialize cache before memory autosize 18h 8254 timer initialization 1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization 1Ch Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 20h 1 3 1 1 Test DRAM refresh 22h 1 3 1 3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller 24h Set ES segment register to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager 2Ah Clear 512 KB base RAM 2Ch 1 3 4 1 RAM failure on address line xxxx 1 3 4 3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus Enable cache before system BIOS shadow ININ oO 1 m 5 5 1 4 1 1 RAM failure data bits xxxx of high byte of memory bus oUon sn __ haze Phoenix Dispatch Manager 9m Wamsaisudwn SC rssh _ Chapter 4 1 A scn Advanced configuration of chipset registes 4Bh QuietBoot start optional Sm i intalize ISA board 69h Setup System Management Mode SMM area 6Bh Load custom defaults optional __________ kate POST devic
55. bo RAM module as shown Chapter 3 Removing the WLAN Module 1 See Removing the Turbo RAM module on page 52 2 Disconnect the 3 antenna cables from the WLAN board 3 Move the antenna cables away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board 4 Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket Chapter 3 53 Removing the Hard Disk Drive2 Module 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 Remove the HDD2 cover See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51 3 Use the pull tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove NOTE To prevent damage to device avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it 4 Remove the HDD2 holder by easing the sides outward to clear the carrier 54 Chapter 3 5 Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier 6 Remove the HDD from the carrier 7 Remove the connector from the HDD Matai ibis PP 9 55 Chapter 3 56 Removing the Hard Disk Drivel Module 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 Remove the HDD1 cover See Removing the Lower Covers on page 51 3 Use the pull tab to slide and lift up the hard disk drive module to remove NOTE To prevent damage to device avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it 4 Remove the HDD1 holder by easing the sides outward to clear the carrier Chapter 3
56. correct the problem 1 Make sure that the internal display is selected On this notebook model switching between the internal display and the external display is done by pressing Fn F5 Reference Product pages for specific model procedures 2 Make sure the computer has power by checking at least one of the following occurs Fans start up Status LEDs light up If there is no power see Power On Issue on page 124 3 Drain any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for 10 seconds Reconnect the power and reboot the computer 4 an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is by pressing Fn F5 on this model If the POST or video appears on the external display see LCD Failure on page 127 5 Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations Remove any memory cards and CD DVD discs Restart the computer If the computer boots correctly add the devices one by one until the failure point is discovered Reseat the memory modules Remove the drives see Disassembly Process on page 46 If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Chapter 4 125 Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 2 9 10 11 Reboot the computer If permanent v
57. d 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Traditional Chinese Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Canadian French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Brazilian Portuguese Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Belgium Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Arabic English Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Luxembourgian Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 104KS Black Israel Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Irish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Finnish Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Dutch Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Arabic French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black Nordic Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 105KS Black English Canadian French Keyboard 17KB FV4 Black Monserrat 109KS Black Japanese LCD MODULE ASSY MIMO 3WIRE GLARE W CCD 6M TR807 002 LCD SAMSUNG 17 1 WXGA Glare LTN170BTO7 G01 LF 220nit 8ms LK 17106 004 500 1 LCD LPL 17 1 WXGA Glare LP171WP4 TLR1 LF 220nit 8ms LK 17108 011 LCD CMO 17 WXGA Glare N170C2 L02 LF 200nit 10ms LK 1700D 009 INVERTER BOARD 19 TPK07 001 158 Chapter 6 KB INT00 627 KB INT00 628 KB INT00 629 00 630 KB INT00 631 00 632 KB INT00 633 KB INT00 634 KB INT00 635 00 636 KB INT00 637 KB INT00 638 KB INT00 639 00 640 00 642 KB INT00 643 KB INT00 644 KB INT00 647 KB INT00 648 KB INT00 649 KB INT00 650 KB INT00 653 KB IN
58. dolci dus BOE nace ena a SR o 124 NO Display ISSUE uia Rd d 125 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 126 VIII Table of Contents a eee es Dela ee ling eg Se Re 127 Built In Keyboard Failure 127 TouchPad Failure uuu uera Rew eee Ee eek tees 128 Internal Speaker Failure 128 Internal Microphone Failure 130 HDD Not Operating Correctly 131 OOD pe ae a ar Ins tus Ay ab Ce D e M o eee a 132 USB Failure Rightside 135 Modem FUNCION Falle cu 2224 bua ep ned vtr 135 Wireless Function Failure 136 Easy Touch BEUTtOIT FANUC dos eg ne Sor A eto a EE e Bs 136 MediaTouch Button Failure 137 Fingerprint Reader Failure 137 Thermal Unit Failure 138 alites ots Veo une ty Joe eee 138 External Mouse Failure 139 OT NS aspicias ah dise ge a we Reb deed 139 Intermittent Problems
59. e 142 Chapter 4 87h Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices optional 89h Enable Non Maskable Interrupts NMIs 8Fh Determine number of ATA drives optional em mezeis hack contlens _ 99h Check for SMART Drive optional 9Dh Initialize security engine optional B5h Terminate QuietBoot optional B6h MEN Check password optional BEh Clear screen optional Cth Initialize POST Error Manager PEM Chapter 4 14 Ch Iiiaize error display function Gh Om notebook docking OOOO Gm __________ intaize notebook dockingiate 00 Force check optional Om tended checksum optional pm Fm _ 00000000000 Em 0 0 Em WiWmeheCRU Em Wiswessem me Em WiwwessemlO FE GhKiwemewebo _ Em GwdsumBOSROM _ Em G eBos Ean _ OEM em ize PIG and DAS Eo 12 _ en Ssemmemyws Eh SSCS Fm _ lniaize Run Time Clock 2 FE WiieSysemMamgemenMode SSS Eh BeneMmboS If the BIOS detects error 2 2 or 30 base 512K RAM error it displays an additional word b
60. e cable i E E 1 pani babel LIT fer 3 0242 09 111111 Chapter 3 Removing the ExpressCard Module 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Disconnect the cable connecting the ExpressCard module ExpressCard M2 5 L4 NL Module 4 Lift the ExpressCard module away from the upper cover Chapter 3 83 Removing the Mainboard 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 See Removing the Modem Module on page 82 3 Disconnect ExpressCard and Bluetooth cables attached to the mainboard e m d 84 Chapter 3 5 Remove the mainboard from the lower base Chapter 3 85 Removing the CPU Fan 1 Remove the Mainboard See Removing the Mainboard on page 84 2 Loosen the three captive screws 4 Lift the Fan module clear of the mainboard 86 Chapter 3 Removing the CPU 1 Remove the Mainboard See Removing the Mainboard on page 84 2 note of the indicators on the socket cam screw Using a flat screwdriver turn the CPU socket screw counter clockwise until it indicates unlocked 1 TT pet fa 4 Pa n P 1 3 ETTI Pu gt n La F i Se NM eg TTA ACT eT P i Chapter 3
61. eck box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process Duplay Settings Identify Monitors 112 Manitor on xoxcoooooa a ae 4 Extend the detktop Une reornbor 8 High xxxx xxxx pixels How de Lgstthe best display Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen To access this function please go to Start All Programs and click on Acer GridVista You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below ERES ERES Chapter 1 Double vertical Triple primary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently AcerGridVista is simple to set up 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar 2 Drag drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop Y Deiktap te bema Gnd Configuration D Dirglay 1 X NONE Tingle primary 4gemmany at ngi NOTE Please ensure that the resolution se
62. ertical horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location the LCD is faulty and should be replaced See Disassembly Process on page 46 If extensive pixel damage is present different colored spots in the same locations on the screen the LCD is faulty and should be replaced See Disassembly Process on page 46 Adjust the brightness to its highest level See the User Manual for instructions on adjusting settings NOTE Ensure that the computer is not running on battery alone as this may reduce display brightness If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting the LCD is faulty and should be replaced See Disassembly Process on page 46 Check the display resolution is correctly configured a Minimize or close all Windows b If display size is only abnormal an application check the view settings and control mouse wheel zoom feature in the application c If desktop display resolution is not normal right click on the desktop and select Personalize Display Settings d Click and drag the Resolution slider to the desired resolution e Click Apply and check the display Readjust if necessary Roll back the video driver to the previous version if updated Remove and reinstall the video driver Check the Device Manager to determine that The device is properly installed There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks There are no device conflicts No hardware is listed under Other Devices If the Issue is
63. ery Enabled SATA Mode ACHI Mode NOTE The screen above is for your reference only Actual values may differ The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings System Time Sets the system time The hours are displayed with 24 hour Format HH MM SS format hour minute second System Date Sets the system date Format MM DD YYYY System Memory This field reports the memory size of the system Memory size is fixed to 3071 MB Extended This field reports the Extended Memory size Memory Memory size is fixed to 4094 MB Video Memory Shows the video memory size VGA Memory size 32 MB Quiet Boot Displays the logo screen while booting Option Enabled or Disabled Network Boot Enables disables the system boot from LAN remote server Option Enabled or Disabled F12 Boot Menu Enables disables Boot Menu during POST Option Disabled or Enabled D2D Recovery Enables disables D2D Recovery function The function allows Option Enabled or the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store Disabled operation system and restore the system to factory defaults SATA Mode Control the mode in which the SATA controller should operate Option AHCI Mode or IDE Mode Chapter 2 29 Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to configure the various advanced BIOS options IMPORTANT Making incorrect settings to items on these p
64. f you re not connected to a network domain lt gt M Minimizes all windows amp 5 lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt amp gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt amp gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt amp gt X Open Windows Mobility Center lt gt lt BREAKs Display the System Properties dialog box lt gt 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 lt SPACEBARs Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt 8 lt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt lt gt 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 or Windows XP some shortcuts may not function as described Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the ER key application s context menu 14 Chapter 1 Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hot keys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys lt F2 gt Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettin
65. failed which installed devices are incorrect whether a short circuit is suspected or whether the system is inoperative Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU do not isolate non defective FRU NOTE Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer NOTE Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly See Power On Issue on page 124 1 Power off the computer 2 Visually check them for damage If any problems are found replace the FRU 3 Remove or disconnect all of the following devices Non Acer devices Printer mouse and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD ROM Diskette drive Module PC Cards Power on the computer Determine if the problem has changed If the problem does not recur reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU Qi UE um If the problem remains replace the following FRU one at a time Do not replace a non defective FRU System board LCD assembly Chapter 4 POST Codes Tables These tables describe the chipset and core POST codes functions phases and components for the POST Chipset POST Codes The following table details the chipset POST codes and functions used in the POST O3h Disable Non Maskable Interrupt NMI 04h Get CPU type Initialize system hardware Initialize chipset with initial POST values 09h Set IN POST flag OAh Initialize CPU registers OBh Ena
66. ges have been saved continue The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter If the current password entered does not match the actual current password the screen will show you the Setup Warning setup Warning Invalid password Re enter Password continue If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match the screen will display the following message setup Warning Password da nat match Re enter Password Chapter 2 35 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay 1 IDE 4 Toshiba MK1646GSX 51 36 Chapter 2 Power The Power screen allows the user to configure various CPU and power management options and device wakeup behavior Information Main Advanced Security Boot Power ai Item Specific Help Griffin Mode Enable or Disable CPU Throttle Disabled C1E Dual Core related CPU Spread Spectrum Enabled CPU power State iGPU Spread Spectrum 2 0096 Triangular Centre PCIE Spread Spectrum Disabled Auto enables C1E SATA Spread Spectrum Linear Down if dual core is PState Configuration Enabled detected and disables USB CSC Resume Disabled if single core Cannot Find String Disabled is detected HIPM Disabled SATA FPCI Clock 133Mhz PCI Clocks Enabled AltVid Disabled
67. gs Management in Acer Management Empowering Technology uidi lt gt Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology Fn lt F5 gt Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Fn lt F6 gt Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return TouchPad toggle Turns the internal TouchPad on and off lt Fn gt Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn D Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Special Key only for certain models You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Press at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard NOTE Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faqi2 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Press at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Shift and then press the 4 key at the upper center of the keyboard NOTE This function varies by the operating system version Chapter 1 15 Using t
68. he System Utilities Acer Bio Protection only for certain models Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system Utilizing the uniqueness of one s fingerprint features Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch and fast application website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch while Acer ProfileLaunch can launch up to three applications websites from a single finger swipe Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav With Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for your personal computer as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple swipe of your finger For more information refer to the Acer Bio Protection help files Acer Grid Vista dual display compatible 16 NOTE This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook first ensure that the second monitor is connected then select Start Control Panel Display and click on Settings Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the ch
69. he changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Removing a Password Follow these steps 1 Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key The Set Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter current password Enter New Password Confirm New Password Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Clear 4 When you have changed the settings press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility 34 Chapter 2 Changing a Password 1 Use the and 4 keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key The Set Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter current password Enter New Password Confirm New Password Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter Type a password in the Enter New Password field Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field 4 Press Enter After setting the password the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set 5 If desired you can enable the Password on boot parameter 6 When you are done press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility If the verification is OK the screen will display as following setup Notice Chan
70. he computer starts up The tray does not eject Access failure screen displays The ODD is noisy Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Reboot the computer and retry the operation 2 Try alternate disc 3 Navigate to Start Computer Check that the ODD device is displayed in the Devices with Removable Storage panel 4 Navigate to Start gt Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager 132 Chapter 4 a Double click IDE ATA ATAPI controllers If a device displays a down arrow right click on the device and click Enable b Double click DVD CD ROM drives If the device displays a down arrow right click on the device and click Enable c Check that there are no yellow exclamation marks against the items in IDE ATA ATAPI controllers If a device has an exclamation mark right click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver d Check that there no yellow exclamation marks against the items in DVD CD ROM drives If a device has an exclamation mark right click on the device and uninstall and reinstall the driver e Ifthe exclamation marker is not removed from the item in the lists try removing any recently installed software and retrying the operation Discs Do Not Play If discs do not play when inserted in the drive perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 2 3 4 5 Check that the disc is correctly seated i
71. hermal Module Chapter 3 Modem Module M2 5 L4 NL ExpressCard Module M2 5 L4 NL MESLES ND Chapter 3 61 Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION Using tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to the outer casing It is recommended that only fingers are used to remove the Switch Cover 1 See Removing the Battery Pack on page 48 2 Locate and remove the two securing screws as shown Switch Cover M2 5 L5 NL 3 Turn the computer over and open the LCD module fully to expose the Switch Cover 4 Starting from the right side lift the Switch Cover and move left as shown IMPORTANT Do not remove both sides of the Switch Cover together to prevent damage to the cover Instead lift one end first and follow the instructions as directed 62 Chapter 3 5 Lift the Switch Cover clear of the chassis Chapter 3 63 Removing the Keyboard 1 See Removing the Switch Cover on page 62 2 Grasp the keyboard and firmly lift up to remove 3 Turn the keyboard over and disconnect both sides of the keyboard cable from the mainboard to remove the keyboard a IE i 1 Il 64 Chapter 3 Removing the DIMM Modules 1 See Removing the Keyboard on page 64 2 Loosen the captive screw on the keyboard plate Chapter 3 65 5 Remove the DIMM module 66 Chapter 3
72. ight scroll bar of Windows applications Execute Quickly click twice Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button Ssmi __ Weowe Click and hold Tap twice at the same then use finger on speed as double clicking the touchpad to a mouse button rest drag the cursor your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access Click once context menu Scroll up down left right using Acer FingerNav 4 way control function Manufacturing option NOTE When using the TouchPad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The TouchPad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping too hard will not increase the TouchPad s responsiveness 12 Chapter 1 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad separate cursor lock Windows function and special keys Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alohabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode The keys Fn lt F11 gt function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Note lt Fn gt lt F11 gt o
73. ign program featuring AMD Turion X2 dual core mobile processor AMD Athlon X2 dual core mobile processor Mobile AMD Sempron processor TravelMate 7230 only AMD RS780MN SB700 Chipset Acer InviLink 802 11b g System Memory Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and graphics 17 WXGA 1440 x 900 ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid x 2 Storage subsystem 2 5 hard disk drive Optical drive options Blu ray Disc DVD Super Multi double layer drive DVD Super Multi double layer drive DVD CD RW combo drive 5 in 1 card reader Audio Two built in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers High definition audio support MS Sound compatible Built in microphone Chapter 1 1 Communication Acer Video Conference featuring Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam Optional Acer Xpress VoIP WLAN Acer InviLink 802 11b g WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 Enhanced Data Rate EDR LAN Gigabit Ethernet Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 Privacy control Enhanced Acer DASP Disk Anti Shock Protection Acer Bio Protection fingerprint solution BIOS user supervisor HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Dimensions 396 W x 286 D x 35 2 44 H mm 15 59 x 11 261 x 1 39 1 73 inches 3 60 kg 7 93 lbs with 2 HDDs and 8 cell battery pack 3 40 kg 7 48 lbs with one HDD and 6 cell battery pack Power
74. is section provide you the standard operating procedures of clearing password and BIOS recovery for TravelMate 7530 7230 TravelMate 7530 7230s provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description R347 RTC_RST Clear CMOS Jumper Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password Supervisor Password and or User Password for a security reason BIOS will ask the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu However once it is necessary to bypass the password check users need to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the following steps Power Off a system and remove HDD AC and Battery from the machine Open the back cover of the machine and find out the HW Gap on M B as picture Use an electric conductivity tool to short the two points of the HW Gap Plug in AC keep the short condition on the HW Gap and press Power Button to power on the system till BIOS POST finish Then remove the tool from the HW Gap Restart system Press F2 key to enter BIOS Setup menu If there is no Password request BIOS Password is cleared Otherwise please follow the steps and try again NOTE The steps are only for clearing BIOS Password Supervisor Password and User Password Chapter 5 147 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block BIOS Recovery Boot Block is
75. itmap indicating the address line or bits that failed For example 2C 0002 means address line 1 bit one set has failed 2E 1020 means data bits 12 and 5 bits 12 and 5 set have failed in the lower 16 bits Note that error 30 cannot occur on 386SX systems because they have a 16 rather than 32 bit bus The BIOS also sends the bitmap to the port 80 LED display It first displays the check point code followed by a delay the high order byte another delay and then the low order byte of the error It repeats this sequence continuously 144 Chapter 4 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View EL ul zn 1 ON WOSComedior fo UM Glock Generator u UNO BuemohComedo S Audie Codes is ModemBowdComedor s CardBus Covor 08 Keyboard Corner s ua e ome omer Board Comneno Chapter 5 145 Bottom View CN12 RJ45 Connector CN33 Wireless Connector CN13 Docking Connector CN31 Card Reader CN15 CRT Connector CN28 HDD Connector 6 CN16 MXM Card Connector 19 U30 South Bridge CN17 HDMI Connector CN20 ODD Connector 19 USB Connector CMOS Clear Jumper 9 CN21 USB Connector RAM Connector CN29 HP Out Connector RAM Connector CN24 Internal Microphone Connector 1 Battery Connector CN24 Microphone Connector CPU Socket CN27 Internal Soeaker Connector North Bridge 146 Chapter 5 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery Th
76. ity If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash 1 Prepare a bootable diskette 2 Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette 3 Then boot the system from the bootable diskette The flash utility has auto execution function 40 Chapter 2 Remove HDD BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD BIOS method Remove HDD Password screen See the image below Hdd password error code 15494 If you key in wrong HDD password for three time HDD password error code would display on the Key in hdd_pw 15494 0 Select 2 Choose one upper case string OON 4 WINDOWS System ecm 0 EXE password Unlume in drive F has no label Yo lume Serial Humber is D F a 8236 Directory of F password If you need to solve HDD password locked problem you can run HDD PW EXE 1 BIOS ERE HDD _ Pil ERE 2 Filets 35 354 bytes Dirts gt 487 895 6486 bytes free 1 password _pw 15474 J unlock6 exe 1 1 2 May 2083 what kind of the password to Exit Scan Code Upper case ASCII Code 3 9 Lower ASGL Code mupur choice passworda gt Chapter 2 be gqenereted Reboot system and key in 42 or UVEIQ96 to HDD user password 41 42 Chapter 2
77. ker Module 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Remove the two securing screws from the left speaker 76 Chapter 3 3 Disconnect the Mic cable 4 Remove the five securing screws Speaker Module M2 L6 NL 5 Remove the Speaker Modules as shown Chapter 3 e 77 78 Removing the TouchPad gt NY Remove the Upper Cover See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 Remove the Speaker Module See Removing the Speaker Module on page 76 Remove the Finger Print Reader See Removing the Finger Print Reader on page 75 Disconnect the TouchPad FFC from the TouchPad board Take note of any items that may remain on the upper cover and remove them To replace the TouchPad the upper cover module must be replaced Chapter 3 Removing the Launch Board 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Lift the locking lever and disconnect the FFC 3 Remove the three securing screws 4 Remove the Launch Board from the upper cover Chapter 3 79 5 Remove the Launch Board from the bracket 80 Chapter 3 Removing the Bluetooth Module 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Disconnect the Bluetooth cable connecting the Bluetooth module Chapter 3 81 82 Removing the Modem Module 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Locate the modem module and disconnect th
78. m Active Area mm Display resolution pixels Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance cd m also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time Optical Rise Time Fall Time msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption wat Weight without inverte Physical Size m o Electrical Interfase Supot Color __ Viewing Angle degree Horizontal Right Left Vertical Upper Lower Temperature Range C Operating Storage shipping Chapter 1 VGA Subsystem Internal Graphic Chipset RS780M Features Integrated dual link 24 bit LVDS interface Integrated HD audio codec supports linear PCM and AC3 5 1 audio formats for HDMI output An integrated TV encoder from AMD s Xilleon products with an on chip DAC DirectX 10 support Discrete Graphic MXM card MS V122A3 M82ME XT GPU AMD M82ME XT Features 16 Lane PCI Express support LVDS Interface support VGA support HDMI support Chipset Winbond WPCE775CAODG Shared SPI BIOS flash memory with page programming support Media center compliant CIR port Fast infrared port High accuracy high speed ADC Up to 95 GPIO ports including KB scanning with a variety of wake up events 16 bit RISC core with up to 4 Mbytes of external address space running at up to 25MHz 128 pin LQFP package PCMCIA and Memory Card Reader PCMCIA OZ601TN Memory Card Features Support 5 in 1 Ca
79. mputer Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s functions and components 12 Productivity Keys Three productivity keys give users one touch access to protection and manageability features for a more secure smarter and easier way to work Power button Turns the computer on and off Empowering key Launch Acer Empowering Technology Closed Front View 5 in 1 card Accepts Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard reader MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MS PRO xD Picture Card Note Push to remove install the card Only one card can operate at any given time Locks and releases the li 6 Chapter 1 Left View Ethernet RJ 45 network Acer EasyPort IV Connects to Acer EasyPort IV only for certain connector models External display Connects to a display device VGA port e g external monitor LCD projector Supports high definition digital video connections only for certain models USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Headphones Connects to audio line out devices 2 speaker line out e g soeakers headphones jack e Microphone in Accepts input from external microphones 7 jack 43 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman mp3 player m PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card PC Card slot Ejects the PC Card from the slot eject button Chapter 1
80. n the drive tray and that the label on the disc is visible Check that the media is clean and scratch free Try an alternate disc in the drive Ensure that AutoPlay is enabled a Navigate to Start Control Panel Hardware and gt AutoPlay b Select Use AutoPlay for all media and devices c Inthe Audio CD and DVD Movie fields select the desired player from the drop down menu Check that the Regional Code is correct for the selected media IMPORTANT Region can only be changed a limited number of times After Changes remaining reaches zero the region cannot be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is moved to another computer Navigate to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager Double click DVD CD ROM drives Right click DVD drive and click Properties then click the DVD Region tab a Select the region suitable for the media inserted in the drive Discs Do Not Burn Properly If discs can not be burned perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Ensure that the default drive is record enabled a Navigate to Start Computer and right click the writable ODD icon Click Properties b Select the Recording tab In the Desktop disc recording panel select the writable ODD from the drop down list c Click OK Ensure that the software used for burning discs is the factory default If using different software refer to the software s user manual
81. ng configuration combination and test procedures please refer to the TravelMate 7530 7230 series Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department Appendix B 167 Microsoft Windows Vista Environment Test Adapter Test F0000183 90W Adapter DELTA 90W 1 7x5 5x11 ADP 90SB BBEA LF level 4 DELTA CN 10001023 90W Adapter LITE ON 90W 19V 1 7x5 5x11 Blue PA 1900 24AR LED LITE ON LF level 4 60002015 90W Adapter HIPRO 90W 19V 1 7x5 5x11 Blue HP OL093B13P LED HIPRO LF level 4 F0000183 90W DE Adapter DELTA 90W 1 7x5 5x11 ADP 90SB BBEN for OBL Spec DELTA CN LV4 LF F0000183 65W DE Adapter DELTA 65W 1 7x5 5x11 SADP 65KB BFJA LV4 LF for DELTA CN OBL only 10001023 65W Adapter LITE ON 65W 1 7x5 5x11 PA 1650 02AC LF level 4 LITE ON 60002015 65W Adapter HIPRO 65W 19V 1 7x5 5x11 Yellow HP OK065B13 LED HIPRO LF level 4 F0000183 65W Adapter DELTA 65W 1 7x5 5x11 SADP 65KB DFA LF level 4 DELTA CN Audio Codec Test 9999995 ALC268 ALC268 ONE TIME VENDER Battery Test 60001921 6CELL2 2 Battery SANYO AS 2007B Li lon 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 4400mAh SANYO Main COMMON Normal Type 60001535 6CELL2 2 Battery PANASONIC AS 2007B Li lon 352 PANASONIC 6 cell PANASONI 4400mAh Main COMMON PSS C 10001063 8CELL2 4 Battery SONY AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P SONY 8 cell 4800mAh Main SONY COMMON 60002162 8CELL2 4 Battery SIMPLO AS 2007B Li lon 4S2P PANASONIC 8 cell SIMPLO 4800mAh Main COMMON PSS 10001063 6CELL2 2 Battery
82. nly for certain models Scroll Lock Fn When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when you press lt 12 gt the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on Type numbers in a normal manner embedded keypad Cursor control keys on Hold lt Shift gt while using cursor Hold lt Fn gt while using cursor embedded keypad control keys control keys Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters on Type the letters in a normal embedded keypad manner Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt gt Open or close the Start menu lt amp gt lt D gt Display the desktop lt amp gt lt E gt Open Windows Explore lt amp gt lt F gt Search for a file or folder amp lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you connected to a network domain or switch users i
83. o change the value of parameters Set SATA Port 0 HDD Enter HDD Password N A Password Password on boot Defines whether a password is required or not while Disabled or the events defined in this group happened The Enabled following sub options are all requires the Supervisor password for changes and should be grayed out if the user password was used to enter setup NOTE When you are prompted to enter a password you have three tries before the system halts Don t forget your password If you forget your password you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it Chapter 2 33 Setting Password Follow these steps as you set the user or the supervisor password 1 Use the and 4 keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key The Set Supervisor Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2 password in the Enter New Password field The password length can not exceeds 8 alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 not case sensitive Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field IMPORTANT Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen 3 Press Enter After setting the password the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set 4 f desired you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter 5 When you are done press F10 to save t
84. odule hinges with the alignment pins and gently set down Alignment Pin 2 Replace the four securing screws two on each side on the LCD module TravelMate 77306 e T eum Lee m 112 Chapter 3 3 Connect the LCD cable the top panel 1 a 4 Insert the Antenna Cables through the Upper Cover Make sure they are accessible from the underside 6 Turn the computer over and pull the antenna cables until it is taunt Chapter 3 113 7 Grasp the cable and insert it through the HDD2 housing Replacing the Switch Board 1 Replace the three securing screws 2 Place the Switch Board in its location and replace 3 the three screws 114 Replace the FFC and ensure the cable is flush with the connector Secure by locking the latch a HannStar JHV 4 94V 1 Chapter 3 Replacing the DIMM Modules 1 Insert the right hand DIMM module and press down to lock in place The module clicks in place 2 Insert the left hand DIMM module and press down to lock in place The module clicks in place Chapter 3 115 4 Tighten the captive screw on the keyboard plate Replacing the Keyboard 1 Replace keyboard cable to the mainboard and 2 Turn the keyboard over and place the front edge secure the locking latch first in the mounting New Image needec x E i 1 T E E E B DL i E
85. on see Windows Help and Support 10 Roll back the mouse driver to the previous version if updated recently 11 Remove and reinstall the mouse driver 12 Check the Device Manager to determine that The device is properly installed There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks There are no device conflicts No hardware is listed under Other Devices 13 If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Other Failures If the CRT Switch Dock LAN Port external MIC or Speakers PCI Express Card 5 in 1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail perform the following general steps to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective 1 Check Drive whether is OK 2 Check Test Fixture is ok 3 Swap M B to Try Chapter 4 139 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect such as cosmic radiation electrostatic discharge or software errors FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists When analyzing an intermittent problem do the following 1 Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times 2 error is detected do not replace any FRU 3 If any error is detected replace the FRU Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors Undetermined Problems 140 The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device
86. on the Recording tab Right click on the microphone and select Enable Select the microphone then click Properties Select the Levels tab Increase the volume to the maximum setting and click OK Test the microphone hardware a Select the microphone and click Configure b Select Set up microphone c Select the microphone type from the list and click Next d Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the test If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Chapter 4 HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 2 3 e emo 11 Disconnect all external devices Run a complete virus scan using up to date software to ensure the computer is virus free Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer When prompted press any key to start to the operating system DVD a b c The Install Windows screen displays Click Next d Select Repair your computer e System Recovery Options screen displays Click Next f Select the appropriate operating system and click Next NOTE Click Load Drivers if controller drives are required g Select Startup Repair h Startup Repair attempts to locate and resolve issues with the computer I When complete click Finish If an issue is discovered follow the onscreen info
87. problem Do not replace non defective FRUs 11 Tell corrected it yell it ye ll Fep lace Modem card Modem wire well Seated Modem card Feplace ME Chapter 4 135 Wireless Function Failure If the WLAN fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Re assemble Check WL the antenna to antenna to WL card AL card swap The antenna Check antenna Swap The WL card Swap M B Easy Touch Button Failure If the Acer EasyTouch buttons fail perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs He assemble the FFC Check to FFC to M B Swap The LED B and FFC Swap M B 136 Chapter 4 MediaTouch Button Failure If the Acer MediaTouch buttons fail perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Rie assemble the Media B cable to M B Check Media B ta Swap The Media B Check Media B and FFC Swap M B Fingerprint Reader Failure If the Fingerprint Reader fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs Fie assemble the F F FFC to M B Check M B
88. r 6 HDD SEAGATE 2 5 5400rpm 120GB ST9120817AS Corsair SATA LF F 12001 032 W 3 AAA HDD TOSHIBA 5400rpm 120GB MK1246GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F W LB213J HDD HGST 5400rpm 120GB 5542512 95 00 Bronco B SATA II LF F W CS31P HDD WD 5400rpm 120GB WD1200BEVS 22USTO ML125 SATA LF F W 01 01A01 HDD 160G ST9160827AS 9DG133 188 STN B S SEAGATE F W 3 AAA KH 16001 029 HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 160GB MK1652GSX Virgo BS SATA LF F KH 16004 003 W LV010J HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 160GB 5542516 95 00 Bronco B SATA II KH 16007 016 LF F W C31P HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 160GB HTS543216L9A300 Falcon B SATA LF KH 16007 019 F W C40C HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 160GB WD1600BEVT 22ZCTO ML160 SATALF F KH 16008 022 W 11 01A11 HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 250GB MK2546GSX Leo BS SATA I LF F KH 25004 001 W LB013J HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA II HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA HGST HTS542525K9SA00 LF F W C31P HTS542525K9SA00 LF F W C31P KH 25007 011 HGST 2 5 5400rpm 250GB HTS543225L9A300 Falcon B SATA LF KH 25007 013 F W C40C HDD WD 2 5 IN 250GB WD2500BEVS 22USTO ML125 SATA LF KH 25008 018 01 01A01 HDD TOSHIBA 2 5 5400rpm 320GB MK3252GSX Virgo BS SATA LF F KH 32004 001 W LV010J HDD HGST 2 5 5400rpm 320GB HTS543232L9A300 Falcon B SATA LF KH 32007 004 F W C40C HDD WD 2 5 5400rpm 320GB WD3200BEVT 22ZCTO ML160 SATA LF F KH 32008 013 W 11 01A11 HDD BRACKET ASSY 33 TPK07 002 KH 12004 007 KH 12007 014 KH 12008 019
89. rd Reader MS MS pro SD MMC xD JMB385 LGEZOB Audio Interface Audio Controller ALC268 VB1 GR Azalia Codec and Amplifier GMT 21441 Amplifier GMT G1441 and G1412 Features HD Audio SNR gt 85 High performance DACs with 95dB SNR A Weighting ADCs with 85dB SNR A Weighting Internal Microphone Two speakers at least 1 5W 10cc for each Enable Universal jack function Enable VOIP function Chapter 1 23 24 LAN Interface LAN Chipset BroadCom Lan controller BCM5764MKMLG PCI E bus Support Wake on Lan from 54 55 in AC mode Support ASF2 0 File deployment support Meet ViiV dependent Bluetooth Interface Chipset FOXCONN T60H928 11 BlueTooth miniUSB module Features Bluetooth 1 2 qualified Embedded USB Module Extremely small size Class 2 specification RF output power max 4 dBm Full piconet and scatternet operation Support 3Mbps enhanced data rate USB 2 0 full speed compliant interface Very low power consumption Led indicator built in Keyboard New Acer proprietary keyboard TM Flat Number KB Total number of keypads 88 89 keys with 101 102 key emulation Windows logo key Support Windows keys and Application keys Features Standard pitch 2 5 mm travel length Multi Langue support Spill proof Hotkey control ID 26 pin connector MDC Card Liteon Gonexant AVAP SS Features V 90 V 92 WWDAA MDC 3 3V card HD Apply CISPR22 Wake on Ring support by S3 Camera Model Name
90. rmation to resolve the problem Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool For more information see Windows Help and Support Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility Check the BIOS settings are correct and that CD DVD drive is set as the first boot device on the Boot menu Ensure all cables and jumpers on the HDD and ODD are set correctly Remove any recently added hardware and associated software Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter For more information see Windows Help and Support Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk r from a command prompt For more information see Windows Help and Support Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore If the issue is not fixed repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date Replace the HDD See Disassembly Process on page 46 Chapter 4 131 ODD Failure If the ODD fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs DVD CD ROM disc Feplace DVD CD ROM module Ho Esplace ODD Not Operating Correctly If the ODD exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty Audio CDs do not play when loaded DVDs do not play when loaded Blank discs do not burn correctly DVD or CD play breaks up or jumps Optical drive not found or not active Not shown in My Computer or the BIOS setup LED does not flash when t
91. rn off the power to the system and all peripherals 2 Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system 3 Place the system on a flat stable surface 4 Remove the battery pack Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following stages External module disassembly Main unit disassembly LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components For example if you want to remove the main board you must first remove the keyboard then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order Main Screw List TOG Wes femo messo _ messo 1 8MPKYNS 46 Chapter 3 External Module Disassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing For example if you want to remove the main board you must first remove the keyboard then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Y Y Y Remove Remove ExpressCatd Remove SD Dummy
92. rporation Pentium and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation Other brand and product names are trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective holders Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures Preface Before using this information and the product it supports please read the following general information 1 This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer s global product offering To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine e g add on card modem or extra memory capability These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered this generic service guide In such cases please 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 the most up to date information avail
93. stay cool even after prolonged use Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy to read status indicators The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Battery Indicates the computer s battery status Bluetooth communication Enables disables the Bluetooth function Indicates 3 button indicator the status of Bluetooth communication C Wireless communication Enables disables the wireless function Indicates e button indicator the status of wireless LAN communication NOTE 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode Easy Launch Buttons 10 Located beside the keyboard are application buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are WLAN Internet email Bluetooth and Acer Empowering Technology The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run the Acer Launch Manager you can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Empowering Technology Launch Acer Empowering Technology user programmable Email application user Programmable Programmable key User programmable
94. t Upper Cover 2 5 5 Blue Callout Upper Cover M2 5 L6 5 NL Red Callout Chapter 3 71 5 Turn the computer over Remove the four screws the top panel Upper Cover Blue Callout Upper Cover Red Callout 6 Disconnect the MIC and speaker cables and carefully pull through the HDD housing 72 Chapter 3 7 Pull the cables under and through the thermal module 5 5 ra 1 att 8 Turn the computer over and disconnect the four cables from the mainboard as shown B Replace with no DIMMs Image D NOTE The image depicts installed DIMM modules The DIMM modules must be removed before proceeding Chapter 3 73 9 74 See Removing the DIMM Modules on page 65 Release the securing latch and disconnect A as Release the securing latch and disconnect B as shown shown Disconnect C as shown Release the securing latch and disconnect D as shown D ms al Remove the upper cover by lifting upward from the chassis rear edge first Chapter 3 Removing the Finger Print Reader 1 See Removing the Upper Cover on page 71 2 Disconnect the touchpad to switch FFC 4 Disconnect the finger print cable Chapter 3 75 5 Remove the two securing screws from the Finger Print Reader board Finger Print M2 5 L4 NL Reader Removing the Spea
95. the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 2 3 124 Check the power cable is properly connected to the computer and the electrical outlet Remove any extension cables between the computer and the outlet Remove any surge protectors between the computer and the electrical outlet Plug the computer directly into a known good electrical outlet Disconnect the power and open the casing to check the Thermal Unit see Thermal Unit Failure on page 138 and fan airways are free of obstructions Disable the power management settings in the BIOS to ensure they are not the cause of the problem see Boot on page 36 Remove all external and non essential hardware connected to the computer that are not necessary to boot the computer to the failure point Remove any recently installed software If the Issue is still not resolved see Online Support Information on page 173 Chapter 4 No Display Issue If the Display doesn t work perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRUs goto no porer trouble shooting step Replace La Ha Power On Replace H LCD modale LCD parel x OK LCD cable VGA RD Connect it well 7 Ext DDE RAM Ha OR module or Replace VG BD CPU well connected Ha No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn t display perform the following actions one at a time to
96. tting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Chapter 1 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU AMD CPU 5192 Processor Griffin Series Turion Sempron HT3 1 2 2 6 GT s Bandwidth 9 6GB S to 20 8GB s CPU package AMD 638 pin Micro PGA Features e Hyper Transport 3 0 Technology Designed to support HT Gens speeds from 1 2GHZ to 2 6GHZ e 64 bit or 128 bit DDR2 Memory Interface Two independent 64 bit DDR2 channels Split Power Planes Separate power planes provided for each CPU core and on die Northbridge Up to 2 processor cores per die Up to 1MB L2 cache per die Each CPU core supports up to 8 P states PO Highest performance and P7 CPU Power e VDDO VDD1 set according to the respective P state control when core VDD are isolated and VDD set according to the CPU core in the highest performance P state when VDD is common VDDNB VLDT 1 2V HT VDD I O 1 8VSUS CPU Memory Interface North Bridge Features CPU Hyper Transport Interface Support 16 bit up down Hyper Transport 3 0 interface up to 5 2GT S PCI Express Interface Support PCI E GEN2 Optimized peer to peer and general purpose link performance Highly flexible PCI Express implementation to suit a variety of platform needs A Link Express II interface one x4 A Link Express II Interface for connection 18 Chapter 1 South Bridge Type AMD SB700 South Bridge Package FCBGA
97. u do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run Setup Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises To activate the BIOS Utility press F2 during POST when Press F2 to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen Press F2 to enter setup The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to disabled If you want to change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility please set the parameter to enabled Press lt 12 gt during POST to enter multi boot menu In this menu user can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options Information Main Advanced Security Boot and Exit Follow these instructions To choose a menu use the left and right arrow keys To choose an item use the up and down arrow keys To change the value of a parameter press F5 or F6 A plus sign indicates the item has sub items Press Enter to expand this item Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu In any menu you can load default settings by pressing 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
98. uld be replaced Reseat the drive ensuring and all cables are connected correctly Replace the ODD See Disassembly Process on page 46 Drive Read Failure If discs cannot be read when inserted in the drive perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem 1 Remove and clean the failed disc 2 Retry reading the CD or DVD d Testthe drive using other discs e Play a DVD movie f Listen to a music CD If the ODD works properly with alternate discs the original disc is probably defective and should be replaced 3 Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD See Disassembly Process on page 46 a Check for broken connectors on the drive motherboard and cables b Check for bent or broken pins on the drive motherboard and cable connections c Try an alternate cable if available If the drive works with the new cable the original cable should be replaced 4 Replace the ODD See Disassembly Process on page 46 134 Chapter 4 USB Failure Rightside If the rightside USB port fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace non defective FRUs Fe assemble the LISB B cable ta Check LISB B ta M E cable Swap LISB B Check and USB cable LISB B and cable M B Modem Function Failure If the internal Modem fails perform the following actions one at a time to correct the
99. uthorization 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 Chapter 6 149 TravelMate 7530 7230 Exploded Diagrams Upper Lower Cover 150 Chapter 6 LCD Panel Chapter 6 151 152 Chapter 6 TravelMate 7530 7230 FRU List Adapter ADAPTER 65W 3PIN DELTA SADP 65KB DFA AP 06501 013 ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA 1650 02AC LF AP 06503 016 ADAPTER 65W 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 Adapter DELTA 65W SADP 65KB BFJA LV4 LF for OBL 06501 014 Adapter DELTA 90W ADP 90SB for OBL Spec LV4 LF AP 09001 014 Battery Battery SANYO AS 2007B Li lon 352

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