TravelMate2460&Aspire3660 Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the AIPG/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: 6 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).
Chapter1 System Specifications 1 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 TM 2460 Outlook View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Aspire 3660 Outlook View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Easy-Launch Buttons . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance T Intel® Pentium® M YonahProcessor dual core at 1.66~2.16 GHz T Intel® Pentium® M Yonah Processor single core at 1.66~1.83 GHz T Intel® Celeron® M Yonah Processosr at 1.66~1.83 GHz T North Bridge: Chipset T T ATI RC410ME South Bridge: T SB460 Memory T DDRII 533/667 SDRAM T Two DDR2 SODIMM slots T Upgradeable to 2GB Memory T 15.
T Enable VoIP function T PATA(SATA ready) T 9.5mm height, 2.5” HDD T Easily removable T 60/80/100/120GB T 4200 or 5400 rpm T PCI Bus Master Enhanced IDE T Support Ultra DMA100, S.M.A.R.T Storage Communication T 56Kbps V.90/V.92 AC-Link modem card (MDC1.5) T 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet on board T WLAN 802.11b/g or 802.
Block Diagram ZB3 X'TAL 14.31818MHz VGA option Yonah/Yonah Celeron-M Clock generator ICS951413CGLFT V +1.0V/+1.
TM 2460 Outlook View Just for Starters... A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. Open View # # 4 Item Item Description Description 1 Built-in camera 0.31 megapixel web camera for video communication(for selected models) 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. 3 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 4 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.
# Icon Item Description "Easy-launch buttons" on page 25 Front#ViewItem # Icon # # Icon Icon # Item # 1 Icon N/A # Description Description Item Item Item Description Description "Launch keys" on page 10 Description Icon 2 Item Item Description Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Power indicator Indicates the computer’s power status. "Launch keys" on page 10 3 Battery indicator Indicates the computer’s battery status.
Note: Left View # # Item Description Icon Item Description 1 N/A Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs 2 N/A Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 3 N/A Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 4 N/A Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off.
# Icon Item Description Rear View Note: # # 1 Icon Item Icon # # Icon Icon Item Description Item DC-in Jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. Item 2 3 Description Description USB2.0 ports # Icon ## Icon Connect to USB 2.0 devices(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000 based network. Item Ethernet(RJ-45) Description port Item Item Description Description 4 Modem(RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line.
Bottom View # # 8 Item Description Item Description 1 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Note 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s main memory 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
Aspire 3660 Outlook View Just for Starters... Open View # # Chapter 1 Item Item Description Description 1 Built-in camera 1.3 megapixel web camera for video communication(for select models) 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. 3 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 4 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer. 5 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.
"Launch keys" on page 10 "Launch keys" on page 10 # Status indicators Icon Item 10 Description Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer’s functions and components. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 23 Front View # Icon # # Icon Icon # Item # # 1 Icon Item Description Item Item Description Description Description Item Icon Description Item N/A 2 Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
Note: 9 Wireless Press to enable/disable Wireless function. Lights to communications indicate the status of wireless LAN communications. button/indicator (manufacturing option) 10 N/A Latch Locks and releases the lid. Left View # # Item Description Icon Item Description 1 N/A Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs 2 N/A Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active.
# Item Description Note: # 4 Icon Item N/A 5 # Icon Description Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. External display(VGA) port Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector) Item Description Rear View Note: # # 1 # # Icon Icon Icon Icon Item Item DC-in Jack Description Description Connects to an AC adapter. Item 2 3 Description Item Description USB2.0 ports # Icon ## Icon Connect to USB 2.0 devices(e.g.
Bottom View # # Chapter 1 Item Description Item Description 1 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note NOTE: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s main memory(secured with screws) 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
Indicators Your computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to four indicators positioned at the front panel. These indicators show the status of the computer # Item Description and its component. "Launch keys" on page 10 # Item Description "Launch keys" on page 10 # Item Description The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is Icon Function Description closed.
# Icon Item Icon Description Item Battery Description Indicates the computer’s battery status. NOTE: The lights shows amber when the battery is charging. NOTE: The lights showns green when in AC mode.
1. Charging: 2. Fully charged: 1. Charging: 2. Fully charged: Easy-Launch Buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four easy-launch buttons. They are User-Programmable Button, Mail, Web Browser, Acer Empowering Key from left to right.
Touchpad The build-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The touchpad is located in the middle of the palm rest area, providing maximum comfort and efficiency. Touchpad Basics TravelMate 2460 Aspire 3660 T Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. T Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions.
Using the Keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad The keyboard has four lock keys which you can toggle on and off. TravelMate 2460 Lock key DescriptionAspire 3660 + + Lockfeatures key Description The computer three lock keys, each with its own status indicator light.
Desired access Num Lock on Cursor-control keys Hold while using cursoron embedded control keys. keypad Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on embedded keypad. Num Lock off Hold while using cursor-control keys. Type the letters in a normal manner. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functoins. Windows logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.
< > + : < > + : < > + : < > + : < + : >TravelMate + : 2460 + < > + : Fn Fn Fn Aspire 3660 Fn Hot Key Fn+F1 Icon Fn-F1 Fn-F1 Fn-F1 Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Fn-F2 Fn+F2 Fn-F2 Item Hot key help This key will cause a help message to appear on the display device that describes the definition and functionality of the unit hot keys. Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSetting in Acer Empowering Technology.
Fn-F5 Fn-F5 Fn-F5 Fn-F5 Fn-F5 Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Hot Key Fn-F6 Fn+F7 Icon Item Fn-F6 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Fn-F6 Description Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Volume up Increases the sound volume Volume down Decreases the sound volume Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn-F7 Fn+F8 Fn-F7 Fn-F6 Fn-F8 Fn-F7 Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Fn-F8 Fn-F8 Fn-F7 FnFn-F8 Fn+w Fn- FnFn-F8 FnFnFn- Fn+y FnFnFnFn- FnFn- Fn+x FnFnFn- FnFnFnFnFnFnFnFnFn+z Fn
The Euro Symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either press < Alt Gr> at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the <5> key at > ><5> Alt Gr> th <5> the upper-center of the keyboard. Note NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ www.microsoft.com/typo graphy/faq/faq12.htm Note typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. www.microsoft.com/typo graphy/faq/faq12.htm The US Dollar Sign 1.
Note: Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista(dual-display compatible) To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then, Note: select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. the secondary monitor (2) icon in the StartSelect Control Panel Display displaySettings box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to (2) confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.
NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Note: Note: Launch Manager "Easy-launch buttons" on page Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located24 above rhw keyboard. You can access "Easy-launch on page and 22 then Launch Manager to start the application.
Double click on the Norton AntiVirus icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2. In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3. In the Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer. 4. Under Actions, click Scan. 5. When the scan is complete, a scan summary appears. Click Finished. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals.
Acer Empowering Technology Acer’s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: T T T T T T T T Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently.
Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information.
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. AC Mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is “Maximum Performance.” You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire (1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported.
5. The new profile will appear in the profile list. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. For additional options, click “Settings” to: T T T T Set alarms. Re-load factory defaults. Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. View information about Acer ePower Management.
Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer’s display to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5. If auto-detection hardware is implemented in the system, your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system.
Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that protexts your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messager and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a suvervisor password and default encryption.
Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can’t be stolen while your notebook is unattended.
T T T USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system. Optical drive deivces - includes any kind of CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives. Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. Interfaces - includes serial ports, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bletooth. To activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices.
T T Back up to CD/DVD. Image/data recovery tools: T Recover from a hidden partition (factory defaults). T Recover from the HDD (most recent user-defined recovery point). T Recover from CD/DVD. For more information, please refer to “Acer eRecovery Management” NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management’s “System backup to optical disk” feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD.
Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides and express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly. The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following option: T T T Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files.
Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam is a 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on the top of the LCD panel. The camera’s 225-degree ergonomic rotation allows you to capture high-resolution photos or videos up front or at the back of the LCD panel. The Acer OrbiCam fully supports the Acer Video Conference technology so that you can transmit the best video quality over an instant Messenger service.
Getting to know your Acer OrbiCam 1 # 23 Item No. # Item 1 Item Lens 2 Power indicator 3 Rubber grip (selected models only) Rotating the Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam rotates 225 degrees counterclockwise to achieve the desired angle. Refer to the illustrations below: For your convenience, the camera snaps 45 degrees to match the position of your face in front or at the back of the LCD panel. NOTE: Do not rotate the camera clockwise to prevent damage to the device.
Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Resolution To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the desired resolution. Options Click Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos.
Camera Settings Chapter 1 T Basic settings: Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display, then select Camera Settings from the pop-up menu. You can adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/ Face tracking options from this window. T Capture settings: From the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button. The Properties window will appear.
T Device Settings allows you to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, sharpness, etc. T Advanced Settings allows you to achieve gain control, implement image mirror, select image enhancements and anti-flicker settings, and turn on/off the camera indicator. T Zoom/Face Track Settings allows you to adjust the zoom level and turn the face tracking feature on or off.
The VisageON window appears as below: 2. Select and apply a video effect in the left section of the VisageON window. Change the face tracking settings and options in the right section. Using the face tracking feature To use the face tracking feature: 1. Click the left icon down arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple Users from the pop-up menu.
Using video effects (selected models only) The Video Settings section allows you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the list. To select an effect: 1. Click the encircled icon to display the available video effects. The Video Effect Selection window appears as below: 2. Click on a video effect to use. The selected effect appears in the video effects section of the VisageON window. NOTE: When using avatars, you may have to calibrate the face points to achieve better tracking.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type ® Intel ® Intel Intel® Pentium ® M YonahProcessor dual core at 1.66~2.16 GHz Pentium ® M Yonah Processor single core at 1.66~1.83 GHz ® M Yonah Processosr at 1.66~1.83 GHz Celeron CPU package uFCPGA CPU core voltage Depend on DVI CPU I/O voltage VCCA 1.5V VCCP 1.
System Memory Item Specification Memory controller ATI RC410ME Memory size 256MB/512MB/1GB DIMM socket number 2 Supports memory size per slot 1024 MB Supports maximum memory size 2GB (with dual soDIMM modules) Supports DIMM type DDRII SDRAM Standard Supports DIMM Speed 533/667 MHz Supports DIMM voltage 1.8V Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. .
USB Port Item Specification USB Controller Integrated with SB460 USB compliancy level 2.0 OHCI USB 2.0 Number of USB port 3 Location Rear Side *1 Right Side *2 Audio Port Item Specification Audio Controller Azalia Audio Controller (Realtek ALC883) Audio onboard or optional Built-in Mono or Stereo Stereo Resolution 20 bit stereo Digital to analog converter 18 bit stereo Analog to Ditial converter Compatibility Microsoft PC99/2100, AC97 2.3 & WHQL/WLP2.
Keyboard Item Specification 12 function keys Four easy-launch buttons Two front access LED buttons T two Windows keys T Hotkey controls T embedded numberic keypad T Multi-Langue support T Spill-proof T Internet browser T email with LED T Empowering key T one user-programmable button T WLAN LED button T Bluetooth LED button Battery Item Specification Vendor & model name Sony/Sanyo/Simplo Battery Type Li-ion Pack capacity 65Wh Number of battery cell 8-cell 2400mAh 6-cell 20
LCD :15.4" WXGA LCD Item Specification LCD display area (diagonal, inch) 15.4” 15.4” 15.4” 15.4” 15.4” Active Area(mm) 331.2(H)x 207.0(V) 331.2(H)x 207.0(V) 331.2(H)x 207.0(V) 331.2(H)x20 7.0(V) 331.2(H)x20 7.0(V) Display technology TFT TFT TFT TFT TFT Resolution WXGA (1280*800) WXGA (1280*800) WXGA (1280*800) WXGA (1280*800) WXGA (1280*800) Pixel Pitch 0.2588(H)x0 .2588(V) 0.2588(H)x0 .2588(V) 0.2588(H)x0 .2588(V) 0.2588(H)x0 .2588(V) 0.2588(H)x0 .
LCD :15" WXGA LCD Item Specification LCD display area (diagonal, inch) 15.0” 15.0” Active Area(mm) 304.1(H)x 228.1(V) 304.1(H)x 228.1(V) Display technology TFT TFT Resolution XGA (1024*768) XGA (1024*768) Pixel Pitch(mm) 0.297(H)x 0.297(V) 0.297(H)x 0.
Item Specification Maximum input current (A, @100Vac, full load) 1.5A @100Vac input and maximum load Nominal(Rated) frequency (Hz) 50 or 60 and single phase Frequency variation range (Hz) 47 - 63 Nominal voltages (Vrms) 90 - 265 Efficiency High efficiency 85% minimum, at 100~240Vac AC input, full load, warm-up condition. Output Ratings (CV mode) Rated output voltage Offers rated output voltage 19.0V Voltage Range 18.2V to 19.
Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Disks 2 2 2 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8192KB 8192KB 8192KB Interface Serial ATA Serial ATA APA7&SATA1.0&SAT AII(for Toshiba) Serial ATA Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) 57.6/61.6 57.6/57.6/61.6 57.6 Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) 150 MB/Sec. SATA 1.0 150 MB/Sec. 150 MB/Sec.
DVD-Dual Interface Item Specification Vendor & model name PHILIPS SDVD8441 PIONEER DVR-K16RA Transfer rate (KB/sec) Sustained: Max 10.9Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.8Mbytes/sec Access Time(DVD) Random Access: 130 ms Full Stroke: 240 ms Random Access: 150 ms Full Stroke: 300 ms Buffer Memory 2MB 2MB Interface Compliant to ATA/ATAPI-5 ATAPI interface Applicable disc format DVD(Read): DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DVD-R, DVD-R 3.
Combo Drive Interface Item Specification Applicable disc format DVD(Read): DVD 5/9/10/18, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-R 3.95G/4.
Environmental Requirements Item Specification Temperature Operating +5 ~ +35°C Non-operating -20 ~ +65°C (storage package) Humidity Operating 20% ~ 80% without condensation Altitude Operating sea level 0 to 10,000ft Storage sea level 0 to 40,000ft Chapter 1 53
Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises.
Information PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility . Info. Main CPU Type: : CPU Speed : Advanced Security Boot Exit Genuine Intel(R) CPU T2600@2.16GHz 2130 MHz IDE1 Model Name: ST9100824AS IDE1 Serial Number: 3PL022FK System BIOS Version: v0.3301 EC BIOS Version: 0.
Main This menu provides you the information of the system. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Advanced Main Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: [11:59:38] System Date: [03/16/2006] System Memory: 640 KB Extended Memory: 1014 KB Video Memory 128 MB Quiet Boot: [Enabled] Power on Display: [Auto ] Network boot [Enabled] F12 Boot Menu: [Disabled] D2D Recovery: [Enabled] , , or selects field.
Parameter 57 Description F12 Boot Menu When this is selected, users can modify device boot priority by pressing F12 key during POST. When this is not selected, device boot priority will not be adjustable during POST.
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. Info. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Advanced Main Supervisor Password Is: Clear User Password Is: Clear Supervisor Password controls accesses of the [Enter] Set HDD Password HDD Password Is: Password on Boot: [Enter] Clear [Disabled] Esc Exit ↑ ↓ ←→ Exit Item Specific Help Set Supervisor Password Set User Passord F1 Help Boot setup utility.
Parameter Description Option Set HDD Password When shown as [Locked], the hard drive password currently can not be changed or disabled. To change or disable it, turn off the system and enter Setup immediately after turning it back on. Press [Enter] to input change, or disable hard drive password. Enter Password on boot Defines whether a password is required or not while the events defined in this group happened.
User can now type password in field “Enter New Password”, and re-enter password in field “Confirm New Password” for verification. If the verification is OK: The password setting is complete after user presses enter. Setup Notice Changes have been saved.
Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay and onboard LAN device. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Main Advanced Boot Security Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: USB KEY: 2: USB FDC: 3: USB HDD: 4: IDE 0: ST9100824ASIDE S 6: 1394 CDROM 7: PCI LAN: MBA v8.2.
Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Main Advanced Security Exit Boot Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T Small Philips screw driver T Philips screwdriver T Plastic flat head screw driver Tweezers NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size.
General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Remove the battery pack. NOTE: There are several types of screws used to secure bottom case and upper case assembly. The screws vary in length. Please refer the picture below, group the same type of screws together during service disassembling.
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order.
Removing the Adapter and Battery Pack 66 1. Unplug the adapter. 2. Release the battery lock. 3. Slide the battery latch. 4. Remove the battery pack.
Removing the Heatsink Module, CPU, and HDD Modue Remove the Heatsink Cover 1. Release the six screws securing the heatsink cover. (The six screws are attached to the heatsink cover) 2. Lift the heatsink cover up and remove it. Remove the Heatsink Module 1. Disconnect the main fan cable from the mainboard. 2. Remove the seven screws securing the heatsink module. 3. Remove the heatsink module from the main unit. Removing the HDD Module 1. Release the two screws securing the HDD cover.
. 3. Remove the screw securing the HDD. 4. Holding the mylar and pull the HDD module out of the main unit. Removing the CPU 68 1. Use a flat screw driver and turn the screwdriver counterclockwise to unlock the CPU. 2. Remove the CPU from the mainboard.
Removing the Memory and Wireless Card Remove the Memory 1. Press the latch on left and right side to pop out the memory and remove it. 2. Remove the other memory.
Removing the Bluetooth Module 70 1. Remove the screw securing the Bluetooth module. 2. Remove the Bluetooth connector from the mainboard. 3. Remove the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth wire groove. 4. Remove the Bluetooth module from the main unit. 5. Remove the two screws securing the Bluetooth bracket. 6. Remove the Bluetooth module from the Bluetooth bracket. 7. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth module.
Disassembling the Main Unit into Upper Case and Lower Case 1. Disconnect the power cable from the mainboard. 1. Remove the three screws securing the middle cover on the rear panel. 2. Open the notebook. 3. Release the clasp of middle cover and remove the middle cover from the main unit. 4. Remove the two screws securing the keyboard. 5. Turn the keyboard over. 6. Unlatch the keyboard FFC latch and remove the keyboard from the main unit. .
7. Disconnect the LCD cable from the mainboard as shown. 8. Remove the two screws on left and right hinges. 9. Remove the LCD module from the main unit and be careful to pull the antenna out. 10. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. 11. Push the ODD module out of the main unit. 12. Remove the five screws securing the upper case. 13. Remove the 22 screws securing the lower case.
14. Disconnect the LID switch cable from the mainboard. 15. Disconnect the MIC wire cable from the mainboard. 16. Unlatch the touchpad board FFC and disconnect the touchpad board FFC from the mainboard. 17. Lift up the upper case to separate the upper and lower case.
Disassembling the LCD Module 1. Remove the four screw caps from the LCD module. 2. Remove the four screw securing the LCD bezel. NOTE: For LCD module with CCD, please refer to following steps. 1. Remove the six screw caps for the LCD module. 2. Remove the six screws securing the LCD module. 3. Remove the LCD bezel. 4. Remove the 13 screws securing the LCD panel.
5. For LCD with CCD, remove the 11 screws securing the LCD panel. 6. Lift up the inverter board. 7. DIsconnect the inverter cables from the inverter board and remove the inverter board. 8. Remove the LCD panel from the LCD cover. 9. Remove the two screws securing the left LCD brackets. 10. Remove the left LCD bracket from the LCD panel. 11. Remove the two screws securing the right LCD bracket. 12. Remove the right LCD bracket from the LCD panel. 13. Remove the tape on the LCD cable.
14. Disconnect the LCD cable and remove the LCD cable from the LCD panel. 15. This completes the LCD module disassembly. Remove the CCD module 1. Remove the five screws securing the CCD brackets and remove the CCD brackets 2. Lift the CCD plastic bracket up. 3. Remove the CCD module. 4. Be careful that the CCD cable is combined with the antenna.
Reassembling the LCD Module 77 1. Connect the LCD cable to the LCD panel. 2. Place the tape on the LCD cable. 3. Place the right LCD bracket back to the LCD panel 4. Secure the right LCD bracket with the two screws. 5. Place the left LCD bracket back to the LCD panel 6. Secure the left LCD bracket with the two screws. 7. Place the LCD panel back to the LCD cover. 8. Place the inverter board back to the LCD module and connect the inverter cables to the inverter board. 9.
10. Place the LCD bezel back to the LCD module. Push each side of the bezel to make it clip to the LCD cover well. 11. Secure the LCD bezel with four screws. 12. Place the four screw caps back. 13. This completes the LCD module reassembly.
HDD disassembly & Reassembly 79 1. Remove the four screws securing the HDD bracket. 2. Remove the HDD bracket from the HDD. 3. Place the HDD bracket back to the HDD. 4. Secure the HDD with the four screws. 5. This completes HDD module disassembly and reassembly.
ODD disassembly & Reassembly 1. Remove the four screws securing the ODD module. 2. Remove the ODD bracket from the ODD. 3. Place the ODD bracket back to the ODD. 4. Secure the ODD with the four screw. 5. This completes ODD module disassembly and reassembly.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test this model. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Duplicate symptom and obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. 2. Distinguish symptom. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3.
System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board. If the error still remains: 1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the main board. External CD-ROM Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM does not have any label attached to it.
Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources: 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied. 3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by the battery pack.
Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: 1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel 2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter. 4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging. From Hardware: 1. Power off the computer. 2.
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
Index of Error Messages Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Struck Key See “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 82 System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used RTC battery Real time clock error Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system, then reboot system. RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. Main board Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Error Message List No beep Error Messages Power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. FRU/Action in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See “Power System Check” on page 83 Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM. Main board. Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.
Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps Verify Real Mode 03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) 04h Get CPU type 06h Initialize system hardware 07h Disable shadow and execute code from the ROM.
Code Beeps POST Routine Description 47h Initialize I20 support 48h Check video configuration against CMOS 49h Initialize PCI bus and devices 4Ah Initialize all video adapters in system 4Bh QuietBoot start (optional) 4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM 4Eh Display BIOS copyright notice 50h Display CPU type and speed 51h Initialize EISA board 52h Test keyboard 54h Set key click if enabled 55h Enable USB devices 58h 59h 2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service
Code POST Routine Description 8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse 8Ch Initialize floppy controller 8Fh Determine number of ATA drives (optional) 90h Initialize hard-disk controllers 91h Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers 92h Jump to UserPatch2 93h Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards 95h Install CD ROM for boot 96h Clear huge ES segment register 97h Fixup Multi Processor table 98h 1-2 Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure.
Code Beeps POST Routine Description C7h Initialize notebook docking late C8h Force check (optional) C9h Extended checksum (optional) CAh Redirect Int 15h to enable remote keyboard CBh Redirect Int 13h to Memory Technologies Devices such as ROM, RAM, PCMCIA, and serial disk. CCh Redirect Int 10h to enable remote serial video CDh Re-map I/O and memory for PCMCIA CEh Initialize digitizer and display message.
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work Action in Sequence First, plug a monitor to CRT port. Next, enter BIOS utility to running “Load Default Settings” then reboot the system. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work). LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system.
Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can’t be charged or discharged Action in Sequence See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 84. Battery pack Main board System hang during POST ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) Action in Sequence PCMCIA slot assembly Main board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system doesn't resume from hibernation/ standby mode. Action in Sequence Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from Standby/Hibernation mode. Check if the battery is low. Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the lid of the portable computer. LCD cover switch Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher than 90%.
Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Internal modem does not work correctly. Action in Sequence Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 97.
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: 96 1. Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3.
Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU). NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power System Check” on page 83): 1.
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Top View RJ11/RJ45 VRAM Battery Connector Charger IC LCD + PC Camera Connector CPU Power Converter IC Clock Gen Touch Pad +Phone Jack Connector Keyboard Connector USB 2.
Bottom View RJ11/RJ45 USB 2.0 X1 DC Jack Mini Card Battery Connector VRAM CRT Connector LAN Controller ODD Connector VGA Power IC VGA North Bridge NB Power IC CPU USB 2.0 X2 Bluetooth CON.
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 3660. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please also note that there are some common parts for TravelMate 2460 Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel.
Exploded Diagram Item 101 Description Item Description 1 LCD bezel 22 Screw M2.5*6-I(BNI)(NYLOK) 2 LCD hinge-left 23 Screw M2.5*5.0-I(NI)(NYLOK) 3 LCD hinge-right 24 Screw M2.0*3.
Item Description 11 Mainboard 12 VGA support 13 CPU support 14 Heatsink module 15 Lower case 16 ODD module 18 HDD module 19 HDD cover 20 Bluetooth bracket 21 Heatsink cover Item 1 Item Description Part Name Item Part Name 15.4” w/ CCD LCD cover(Aspire) 13 Conductive tape EP 2 ACER logo(Aspire) 14 LCD cover protect sheet 3 15.4” wide w/ CCD LCD knob 15 LCD CCD cover mylar 4 15.
Item 103 Part Name Item Part Name 10 screw M2.0*3.0-I(NIXNYLOK) 22 camera V-UBDOEM1(CMOS module, 1.
Part List CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. ADAPTER "ADAPTER DELTA - 65W, SADP-65KB DBRF YELLOW 1.7X5.5X11 LF" ZL6C ADP 19V DELTA S/P ADAPTER "ADAPTER LITEON - 65W, PA-1650-02 QY YELLOW 1.7X5.5X11 LF" ZL6C ADP 19V LITEON S/P AP.06503.013 ADAPTER "ADAPTER LSE - 65W, SLS0335A1957 LF YELLOW 1.7X5.5X11 LF" ZL6C ADP 19V LSE S/P AP.06506.004 "LI-MN BODENSEE 4CELL2.0 (SANYO PACK 2,000MAH Y)" ZB1 SANYO 4CELL 2.0 (W/ SONY) S/P BT.00403.009 BATTER SONY 4 CELL LI LIP4084QUPC SY6 4S1P 2.
CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. BLUETOOTH CABLE ZB1 BLUETOOTH CABLE S/P 50.AA7V7.002 FFC CABLE - TP TO MB ZB3 CABLE TP FFC S/P 50.ACZV7.001 FFC CABLE - TP TO TP BOARD ZB1 CABLE TP/B FFC S/P 50.AA7V7.004 CABLE POWER CORD US 3PIN ROHS ZB1 PWR CORD US S/P 27.TAXV7.001 CABLE POWER CORD EU 3 PIN ROHS ZB1 PWR CORD (CEE) S/P 27.TAXV7.002 CABLE POWER CORD PRC (3 PIN) ET2S POWER CORD S/PPRC 27.A03V7.003 CABLE POWER CORD (UK) ET2S POWER CORD SPARE PART-UK 27.A03V7.
CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY UPPER CASE W/TP ZB3 AS TOP ASSY S/P 60.ACZV7.001 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY LOWER CASE W/SPEAKER ZB3 BASE ASSY S/P 60.ACZV7.002 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY HEATSINK COVER ZB3 HS COVER ASSY S/P 60.ACZV7.003 DUMMY-NEW CARD ZB1 CARDBUS DUMMY CARD S/P 42.AA7V7.011 CPU/PROCESSOR CPU INTEL YONAH CORE DUO FSB667 1.66G 2M SL8VR ZC1 INTEL CPU YONAH 1.66G S/P KC.23001.DTP CPU/PROCESSOR CPU INTEL YONAH CORE DUO FSB667 1.
CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY ODD HOLDER FIX ZB1 ZB1 ODD HOLDER FIX S/P 42.AA7V7.002 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY ZB1 ODD BEZEL ASSY G/B SUPER MULTI ZB1 ODD BEZEL ASSY G/ B SUPER MULTI S/P 42.AA7V7.007 DVD RW DRIVE DVD SUPER MULTI PIONEER SLOTIN ASSY ZB3 DVD SUPER MULT PIO ASSY S/P DVD RW DRIVE DVD SUPERDRIVE DVR-K06RS FW:1.01 ZB3 DVD SUPER MULTI PIONEER SLOT-IN S/P CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY OPTICAL DEVICE HOLDER ZB1 ODD HOLDER FIX S/P 42.AA7V7.
CATEGORY Chapter 6 PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. HDD(40G) ST9402112A 9AH417-188 ZL6C HDD 40G SEAG LF S/P KH.04001.019 HDD(40G)HTS421240H9AT00 ZL5 HDD 40G HTS421240H9AT00 HITACH S/P KH.04007.013 60G HGST 2.5 4200RPM HAKONE-A F/W :A70G ZL6C HDD 60G HGST S/P KH.06007.009 HDD(60G) ST960812A 9AH432-188 ZL6C HDD 60G SEAG LF S/P KH.06001.006 HDD(60G) ST96812A 9W3882-188 ZB1 HDD 60G ST96812A SEAGATE S/P KH.06001.007 HDD(60G)HTS541060G9AT00 ZL6 HDD 60GB HGST HTS541060G9AT00 S/P KH.06007.
CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEYBOAED AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON US International ZL1C K/B NON ERGO-UI S.P. KB.A2707.001 AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Chinese ZL1C K/B NON ERGOTAIWAN S.P. KB.A2707.002 AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Spanish ZL1C K/B NON ERGOSPANISH S.P. KB.A2707.003 AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Thai ZL1C K/B NON ERGO-THAI S.P. KB.A2707.004 AS1680/AS1410 KEYBOARD DARFON Brazilian Protugese ZL1C K/B NON ERGOBRAZ PROTU S.P. KB.A2707.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION PART NO. LCD MODULE 15.4 WXGAG 16MS GLARE W/CCD-0.3M ZB3 LCD 15.4 WXGAG AS W/CCD-0.3M GF S/P 6M.ACZV7.003 LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG QDI QD15TL0702 GLARE 16MS ZL6C LCD QDI QD15TL0702 GLARE S/P LK.15409.009 LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG CMO N154I2L02 GLARE 16MS "ZB2 LCD(TFT)15.4""N154I2L02(WXGA) S/P" LK.1540D.012 LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG AU B154EW02V1 GLARE 16MS ZB3 LCD AUO B154EW02 GF S/P LCD INVERTER BOARD ZB1 INV MODULE S/P 19.AA7V7.001 CABLE LCD CABLE ASSY - 15.4 IN.
CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. "ZL1 15.4""-WIDE LCD BEZEL ASSY" ZB1 LCD BEZEL 15.4 S/P 60.TAJV7.006 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L "ZB1 15.4"" HINGE-L ASSY S/P" 33.AA7V7.003 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - R "ZB1 15.4"" HINGE-R ASSY S/P" 33.AA7V7.004 LCD LCD MODULE 15.4 WXGAG NONGLARE W/ANTENNA ZB3 LCD QDI(15.4WXGA)L07 AS B/S S/P TBD LCD LCD 15.4 IN. WXGAG QDI QD15TL0701 NON-GLARE ZL6C LCD QDI QD15TL07- LK.15409.
CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION PART NO. SO-DIMM DDRII533 512MB GU33512AGEPN612C ZB2 RAM(512M)DDR2 S/P KN.51209.005 SDIMM 512M SAMSUNG M470T6554CZ3-CD5 ZB1 RAM DDRII533 512MB SAMSUNG S/P KN.5120B.015 SO-DIMM DDRII 533 512MB HYMP564S64BP6-C4 LF KN.5120G.013 SO-DIMM DDRII533 1GB NT1GT64U8HA0BN-37B LF ZC1 NANYA DDRII533 1GB RAM S/P KN.1GB03.006 SO-DIMM DDRII533 1GB GU331G0AGEPN6E2C LF ZC1 RAM 1GB DDR2 GU331G0AGEPN6E2C S/P KN.1GB09.