Travelmate 230

TravelMate 230/ 280
Service Guide
PART NO.: 49.46W01.001

PRINTED IN TAIWAN
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Revision History
Please refer to the table below for the updates made on HP Lapin service guide.
Date Chapter Updates
II

Copyright
Copyright © 2002 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.
Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
III

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.
IV

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 "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product
competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.
add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered
in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible
personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.
2. Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information
available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will
not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer
office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service
Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and
service of customer machines.

VI

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 System Specifications 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Board Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Chapter 2 System Utilities 33
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Multi-Boot Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Boot Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
System Utility Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
System Diagnostic Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 59
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Removing the Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Removing the Modem Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Disassembling the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Disassembling the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
System Upgrade Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 95
System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Index of Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Index of Phlash16 Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 113
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 117
TravelMate 230 Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
TravelMate 280 Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 139
Model Number Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Appendix B Test Compatible Components 141
Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Microsoft Windows 2000 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146
Microsoft Windows 98 Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
VII

Table of Contents
Appendix C Online Support Information 155
Index 157
VIII

Chapter 1
System Introduction
Features
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
Performance
T Intel® Mobile Celeron Pentium® 4 series processors from 1.6G up tp 2.0G with 512KB cache
(TravelMate 230)
T Intel® Mobile Northwood Pentium® 4 series processors from 1.6G up tp 2.4G with 512KB cache
(TravelMate 280)
T 64-bit memory bus
T Two 200-pin DDR-DRAM with each supporting 128MB/ 256MB/ 512MB, upgradable to the total
maximum of 1024MB with SODIMM modules, supporting PC1600/2100 .
T Built-in floppy diskette drive and Hard diskette drive
T High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk
T Simultaneous LCD and CRT display
T Smart Lithium-Ion battery pack
T Power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)
T Plug and Play Feature
Multimedia
T 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio with 3D sound and wavetable synthesizer
T Built-in dual speakers
T High- speed CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD/ CD-R/RW drive
Connectivity
T 84/85/88 key keyboard, which is PC/AT keyboard compatible.
T Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 Ports (Two ports optional)
T Bluetooth (USB) (Optional)
T Two IEEE 1394 ports (optional)
T Built-in V.90 and V.92 RJ-11 56Kbps fax/modem
T Onboard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN Support
T Upgradeable memory and hard disk
T Mini PCI interface 802.11b/ 802.11a+b Module (optional)
T ECP Compliant parallel port.
T RS-232 (16550 compatible) serial port
Multimedia
T All-in-one design (CD-ROM, floppy disk drive, hard disk drive)
T Sleek, smooth and stylish design
T Full-sized keyboard
T Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with Internet scroll key
Chapter 1 1
Expansion
T One CardBus PC Card (formerly PCMCIA) Type III slot.
T Upgrageable memory and hard disk
I/O Ports
T One VGA port, I2 C compatible (Optional)
T One DC-in port (AC adapter)
T One high quality stereo speaker
T One line-in
T One line-out
T One CardBus type III slot (3.3V, 5V, 12V support)
T Four USB ports (2 ports optional)
T Two IEEE 1394 ports (optional)
T One ECP parallel port
T One RJ-11 port
T Onc RJ-45 jack
Display
T 14.1” and 15” TFT LCD displaying 32-bit true-color at 1024x768 XGA resolution
T 3D capabilities
T Supports other output display devices such as LCD projection panels for large audience
presentations
T “Automatic LCD dim” feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and
conserves power is activated when the system operates in Battery condition.
T Dual display capacity
Video performance
4X AGP UMA video graphic accelerator with 8MB shared from system memory with Intel 845GL to boost the
video performance.
Simultaneous display
The computer’s large display and multimedia capabilities are great for giving presentations. If you prefer, you
can also connect an external monitor when giving presentations. This computer has built-in AGP and VGA
display system to support simultaneous LCD and CRT display. Simultaneous display allows you to control the
presentation from your computer and at the same time face your audience. You can also connect other output
display devices such as LCD projection panels for large-audience presentations.
Dual Display
The computer’s unique graphics chip takes advantage of Windows XP’s multi-display capability, allowing you
to extend your desktop to an external display device, such as an external monitor projector. With this feature
enabled, you can move program windows to/from the computer LCD and the external monitor.
Power management
The power management system incorporates an "automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically dims the LCD
when the computer is powered by a battery pack to conserve battery power. See “Power Management” on
page 28 for more information on power management features.
2 TravelMate 230/ 280

Opening and closing the display
To open the display, slide the display cover latch to the right and lift up the cover. Then tilt it to a comfortable
viewing position. The computer employs a microswitch that turns off the display (and enters standby mode) to
conserve power when you close the display cover, and turns it back on when you open the display cover.
NOTE: If an external monitor is connected, the computer turns off the display (but does not enter standby
mode) when you close the display cover.
To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the display cover latch clicks into place.
WARNING: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when you close it. Also, do not place any object on
top of the computer when the display is closed.
Chapter 1 3

System Block Diagram
EXTERNAL
Mobile CPU SPEED STEP
CLK GEN CIRCUIT
P4-M Northwood
ICS 94239
P4-M Celeron
G768D
HOST BUS 100MHz RGB
CRT
DDR*2
MCH CONN
266MHz Brookdale-GL DVO Chrontel LVDS

LCD
7019 Dual
INT. MIC Channel
HUB I/F 66MHz
PCI BUS
CARDBUS CARDBUS
PWR SW
MIC IN OZ 6912 ONE SLOT
OZ2211S
AC ‘97 AC-Link
CODEC MINI PCI
Line In CS4299XQ 802.11
ICH4 AGERE 1394

FW32305
1394
CONN
NARI
LAN
VR REALTEK
Line Out 8100BL LPC BUS
OP AMP
TPA0202
KBC FWH 4MB LPC
MODEM NS SIO
AUDIO MDC Card PIDE M38859 SIOC32 DEBUG
SIDE PC87392 SOIC40 CONN.
M38857
BOARD
CD USB
INT. SPKR HDD USB
ROM BT. PRN SER.
Port
FDD RES TRACK
POINT
INT KB

Board Layout
Top View
PCB No. 02217-SB
1 CPU Socket 12 Mini-PCI Connector

2 CRT Port 13 RTC Battery Connector
3 Inverter Connector 14 SW1 Setting (Please see Chapter 5 for details)
4 RJ45 + RJ11 15 Internal Keyboard Cable Connector
5 Bluetooth Connector (Dummy) 16 CD-ROM Connector
6 USB Port 0 17 HDD Connector
7 LCD Coaxial Cable Connector 18 Golden Finger (or Debug Board)
8 USB Port 1 19 Touch Pad Cable Connector
9 Launch Cable Connector 20 FDD Connector
10 Parallel Port 21 CardBus Connector
11 DC-in Port 22 Fan Connector
Chapter 1 5

Bottom View
1 Modem Cable Connector 7 Modem Connector

2 North Bridge (845-GL) 8 Battery Connector
3 DIMM Socket 1 9 CardBus Controller (OZ6912T)
4 Audio Board Connector 10 LAN Controller (RTL8100BL)
5 DIMM Socket 2 11 LVDS
6 South Bridge (ICH4)

Panel
Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC.
Front Panel
# Item Description
1 Display screen Also called LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), displays computer
output.
2 Status indicators LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that turn on and off to show
the status of the computer and its functions and
components.
3 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a
computer mouse.
4 Click button (left, center and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right
mouse buttons, the center button serves as a scroll up/
down button.
5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the
computer.
6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.
7 Easy launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs.
Chapter 1 7

Left Panel
# Icon Item/ Port Description

1 PCMCIA (PC card) Port Connects to one Type III 16-bit PC card or 32-bit
CardBus PC Card.
2 Eject button Eject PC cards from the card slots.
3 Floppy activity indicator LED (light-emitting diodes) that turn on and off
when the floppy is active.
4 Speaker/ headphone-out jack Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones)
5 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD

player, stereo walkman).
6 Microphone-in jack Accepts a mono/stereo condenser microphone.
7 Floppy drive Internal diskette drive, accepts 3.5-inch floppy

diskettes
8 Volume control Controls the volume of the speakers.
9 Floppy disk eject button Push this button to eject the floppy disk

Right Panel
# Icon Item/ Port Description

1 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
2 Optical drive Houses removable optical drive modules.
3 LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active.
4 Eject button Ejects the compact disc from the drive.
5 Emergency eject slot Ejects the compact discs when the computer
is turned off.
6 Security keylock Kensington-compatible key-based computer
security lock.
Chapter 1 9

Rear Panel
l
# Icon Port Description

1 Power Jack Connects to an AC adapter
2 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel

printer)
3 USB port (two) Connects to any Universal Serial Bus

devices(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
4 Modem jack Connects to the phone line
5 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based

network
6 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external

monitor, LCD projector) and displays up to
64K colors at 1280x1024 resolution

Bottom Panel
# Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
2 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.
3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured by a screw).
4 Memory compartment Houses the computer’s main memory.
Chapter 1 11

Indicators
The computer has six easy-to-read status icons on the right of the display screen.
.
The Power and Standby status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the
status of the computer while the cover is closed.
# Icon Function Description

1 Power Lights when the computer is on.
2 Sleep Lights when the computer enters Standby

mode and blinks when it enters into or
resumes from hibernation mode.
3 Media Activity Lights when the floppy drive, hard disk or
AcerMedia drive is active.
4 Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged.
5 Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated.
6 Num Lock Lights when Numeric Lock is activated.

(Fn-F11)

Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and
twelve function keys.
Special keys
Lock keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock key Description

Caps Lock When @is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
@
Num Lock (Fn-F11) When ] is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys function
] as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators ), -, *, and /). Use this mode
when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution would be to
connect an external keypad.
Scroll Lock (Fn-F12) When [ is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up
[ or down arrow keys respectively. [ does not work with some applications.
Embedded numeric keypad

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.
Chapter 1 13

Desired access Num lock on Num lock off
Number keys on embedded Type numbers in a normal manner.
keypad
Cursor-control keys on embedded Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while using cursor-control
keypad keys.
Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters on embedded Type the letters in a normal manner.
keypad.
NOTE: If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer, the Num Lock feature automatically
shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad.
Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Keys Description
Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below
are a few examples:
+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)
+ E (Explores My Computer)
+ F (Finds Document)
+ M (Minimizes All)
j+ + M (Undoes Minimize All)
+ R (Displays the Run... dialog box)
Application key Opens a context menu (same as a right-click).

Hot Keys
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen
contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.
Hot Key Icon Function Description

Fn-l Hotkey help Displays a list of the hotkeys and their functions.
Fn-m Setup Accesses the notebook configuration utility.
Fn-n Power Scheme Toggle Switches between the power management scheme
used by the computer (function available if supported
by operating system).
Fn-o Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn-p Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both the display
screen and external monitor.
Fn-q Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Fn-r Touchpad Toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
Fn-s Speaker on/off Turns the speakers on and off; mutes the sound.
Fn-w Contrast up Increases the screen contrast (available only for

models with HPA displays).
Fn-y Contrast down Decreases the screen contrast (available only for
models with HPA displays).
Fn-x Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Chapter 1 15

Hot Key Icon Function Description
Fn-¨z Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
Fn-{ Home Functions as the g key.
Fn-} End Functions as the d key.
aGr-Euro Euro Types the Euro symbol.
The Euro symbol

If your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with
a European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard.
NOTE: for US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows. For the Euro
symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-international.
To verify the keyboard type:
1. Click on Start, Control Panel.
2. Double-click on Regional and Language Options.
3. Click on the language tab and click on Details.
4. Verify that the keyboard layout used for “EN English (United States) is set to United States-International.
If not, select and click on ADD, then select United States-International and click on OK.
5. Click on OK.
To type the Euro symbol:

1. Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard.
2. Open a text editor or word processor.
3. Hold aGr and press the Euro symbol.

Launch Keys
Located at the top of the keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are
designated as wireless LAN/Bluetooth , Web Browser button, mail button, P1 andP2. By default, P1 and P2
are users programmable. The Web Browser button, by default, is used to launch the internet browser The mail
button is used to launch the e-mail application. The LED of the mail button will flash when the user has
received an incoming email.
# Icon Function Description

1 Wireless/ Bluetooth 802.11a/802.11b wireless LAN/Bluetooth
(Optional)
2 Web browser Internet browser application
3 Mail Email application
4 P1 User-programmable
5 P2 User-programmable
Chapter 1 17

Hardware Specifications and Configurations
System Board Major Chips
Item Controller
System core logic Intel ICH4
Super I/O controller Mitsubish 38857
Audio controller Cirrus CS4299XQ
Video controller Intel 845GL
Hard disk drive controller Embedded in Intel ICH4
Keyboard controller Mitsubish 38857
CardBus Controller OZ 6912T-U
RTC Intel ICH4
Processor (for TravelMate 230)
Item Specification
CPU type ®
Intel Celeron Pentium 4
CPU package To 2.0GHz uFCBGA
CPU core voltage 1.7V
CPU I/O voltage 1.25V
Processor (for TravelMate 280)
Item Specification
CPU type Intel Mobile Northood P4 with 512KB Cache
CPU package To 2.4GHz uFCBGA
CPU core voltage 1.7V
CPU I/O voltage 1.25V
BIOS
Item Specification
BIOS vendor Phoenix BIOS
BIOS Version R01XXX
BIOS ROM type Flash ROM
BIOS ROM size 512KB
BIOS package 32 Pin PLCC
Supported protocols ACPI 2.0 (if available, at least 1.0b), SMBIOS 2.3, PCI 2.2, Boot Block,
PXE 2.0, Mobile PC2001, Hard Disk Password, INT 13h Extensions, PCI
Bus Power Management interface Specification, EI Torito-Bootable CD-
ROM Format Specification V1.0, Simple Boot Flag 1.0
BIOS password control Set by switch, see SW1 settings
Second Level Cache
Item Specification
Cache controller Built-in CPU
Cache size 128KB
1st level cache control Always Enabled

Second Level Cache
Item Specification
2nd level cache control Always Enabled
Cache scheme control Fixed-in write back
System Memory
Item Specification
Memory controller Intel 845GL
Onboard memory size 0MB
DIMM socket number 2 Sockets
Supports memory size per socket 128MB
Supports maximum memory size 1024MB
Supports DIMM type DDR-DRAM SODIMM
Supports DIMM Speed 266 MHz
Supports DIMM voltage 3.3 V
Supports DIMM package 200-pin so-DIMM
Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they
match the above specifications .
Memory Combinations
Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory

0MB 128MB 128 MB
128MB 0MB 128 MB
128MB 128MB 256 MB
256MB 0MB 256MB
0MB 256MB 256MB
256MB 128MB 384MB
128MB 256MB 384MB
256MB 256MB 512MB
0MB 512MB 512MB
512MB 128MB 640MB
256MB 512MB 768MB
128MB 512MB 640MB
512MB 256MB 768MB
256MB 128MB 384MB
128MB 256MB 384MB
512MB 512MB 1024MB
0MB 512MB 512MB
Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to
form other combinations.
Chapter 1 19

Modem Interface
Item Specification
Chipset Ambit MDC module with Lucent modem controller
Fax modem data baud rate (bps) 14.4K
Data modem data baud rate (bps) 56K
Supports modem protocol V.90/V.92MDC
Modem connector type RJ11
Modem connector location Rear side
Floppy Disk Drive Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & model name Mitsumi D353G W/I BEZ
MCI JU-226A293
Floppy Disk Specifications
Media recognition 2DD (720KB) 2HD (1.2 MB, 3 mode) 2HD (1.44MB)
Sectors/track 9 15 18
Tracks 80 80 80
Data transfer rate 1 MB 1.6 MB 2 MB
(Kbit/s)
Rotational speed (RPM) 300 360 300
Read/write heads 2
Encoding method MFM
Power Requirement
Input Voltage (V) +5V
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & Model Name IBM (IC25N020ATD)
Capacity (MB) 20000
Bytes per sector 512
Logical heads 16
Logical sectors 63
Drive Format
Logical cylinders 16383
Physical read/write heads 3
Disks 2
Spindle speed (RPM) 4200RPM
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 2MB
Interface ATA-5
Data transfer rate (disk- 121-216
buffer, Mbytes/s)
Data transfer, rate 100 MB/Sec
(host~buffer, Mbytes/s)
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance 5 +/- 5%

CD-ROM Interface
Items Specification
Vendor & Model Name Mitsumi SR-244W1
Performance Specification
Transfer rate Read Sustained:
1545~3600 KB/sec
Programmed I/O:
16.7 MB/sec Max. (Mode 0~4)
Multi-word DMA:
16.7 MB/sec Max. (Mode 0~2)
Ultra DMA:
33.3MB/sec Max.
Access time (typ.) Random: 115 ms
Full Stroke: 250 ms
Rotation speed 5136 rpm
Data Buffer Capacity 128 KB
Interface IDE
Applicable disc format CD/CD-ROM(12cm,8cm), CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, CD-ROM (Mode 1, Mode2), CD-
ROM XA (Mode 2, Form1 and Form 2), Photo CD (Single, Multi- session),
Enhanced CD
Loading mechanism Drawer with soft eject and emergency eject hole
Power Requirement
Input Voltage +5V[DC]+/-5%
DVD-ROM Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & model name MKE SR-8177-BAA6
Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Transfer rate (KB/sec) Average Sustained: DVD-5:
CAV mode Normal Speed (1X) 11.08 Mbits/sec
775~1800 blocks/sec CAV mode 36.67~88.64 Mbits/sec
(10.3X to 24X) DVD-9/DVD-R:
1550~3600kBytes/sec (Mode 1) Normal Speed (1X) 11.08 Mbits/sec
1768~4106 kBytes/sec (Mode 2) CAV mode 36.67~88.64 Mbits/sec
Chapter 1 21

DVD-ROM Interface
Item Specification
Average Full Access time (typ.) Random (*1) DVD-5:
CAV mode 110 msec typical 150 Random (*4)
msec average max 120 msec typical
Full Stroke (*2) 160 msec average max
CAV mode 200 msec typical 260 Full Stroke (*5)
msec average max 270 msec typical
350 msec average max
DVD-9:
Random (*7)
150 msec typical
Full Stroke (*8)
340 msec typical
DVD-RAM (2.6G)
Random (*7)
200 msec typical
Full Stroke (*8)
300 msec typical
DVD-RAM (4.7G)
Random (*9)
180 msec typical
Full Stroke (*10)
320 msec typical
Data Buffer Capacity 512 kBytes
Interface IDE
Applicable disc format DVD: DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-R (3.95G), DVD-RAM (2.6G), DVD-
RAM (4.7G)
CD: CD-Audio, CD-ROM (mode 1 and mode 2), CD-ROM XA (mode 2, form
1 and form 2), CD-I (mode 2, form 1 and form 2), CD-I Ready, CD-I Bridge,
CD-WO, CD-RW, Photo CD, Video CD, Enhanced Music CD, CD-TEXT
Loading mechanism Soft eject (with emergency eject hole)
Power Requirement
Input Voltage +5V[DC]+/-5%
(*1) Average of Data read over the whole area from 00 min. 02 sec. 00 block to 59 min. 58 sec. 74 block more
than 2000 times including latency and layered error correction time.
(*2) From 00 min. 02 sec. 00 block to 59 min. 58 sec. 74 block including latency and layered error correction
time.
(*3) Disc: MNSU-005
(*4) Average of Data read over the whole area from starting data recorded area (LBA:0) to maximum data
recorded area (LBA:23197F), more than 2000 times including latency and layered error correction time.
(*5) from starting data recorded area (LBA:0) to maximum data recorded area (LBA:23197F) including latency
and layered error correction time.
(*6) Disk: MKE-D551.
(*7) Average of Data read over the whole area from starting data recorded area (LBA:0) to maximum data
recorded area (LBA:3FA0DF), more than 2000 times including latency and layered error correction time.
(*8) from starting data recorded area (LBA:0) to maximum data recorded area (LBA:3FA0DF) including latency
and layered error correction time.

(*9) Disk: ODSC-PARA
Combo Drive Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & model name KME UJDA740
Performance Specification
Transfer rate (KB/sec) Read Sustained:
DVD-ROM MAX 8X CAV (MAX 10800 KB/sec)
CD-ROM MAX 24X CAV (MAX 3600 KB/sec)
Write:
CD-R 4X, 8X (CLV), Max 16X, MAX 24X (ZCLV)
CD-RW 4X (CLV)
HS-RW 4X,8X, 10X (CLV)
ATAPI Interface:
PIO mode 16.6 MB/sec :PIO Mode 4
DMA mode 16.6 MB/sec:Multi word mode 2
Ultra DMA mode 33.3MB/sec: Ultra DMA mode 2
Buffer rate 2MB
Access time DVD-ROM 180 ms typ. (1/3 stroke)
CD-ROM 130 ms typ. (1/3 stroke)
Start up time less than 15s
Stop time less than 6s
Acoustic noise less than 50 dBA
Interface Enhanced IDE (ATAPI) compatible
Master/Slave Set by Cable Select (By host)
PC compatible PC2001 compatible
Applicable disc format CD:
CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-R, CD-RW, PhotoCD (multiSession),
Video CD, CD-Extra(CD+), CD-text
DVD: DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW (Ver.1.1)

Slope 15 degree (Any direction)
Dimensions, Weight 128X129X12.7mm (WXDXH)
(except protrusion)
200g+- 10g
Eject Soft Eject (with emergency eject hole)
Audio Interface
Item Specification
Audio Controller Cirrus Logic CS4299-XQ
Audio onboard or optional Built-in
Mono or Stereo Stereo
Resolution 20 bit stereo Digital to Analog converter
18 bit stereo Analog to Digital converter
Compatibility Microsoft PC98/PC99, AC97 2.1
Mixed sound source Line-in, CD, Video, AUX
Voice channel 8/16 bit, mono/stereo
Sampling rate 44.1 KHz
Internal microphone Yes
Internal speaker / Quantity Yes
Chapter 1 23

Audio Interface
Item Specification
Supports PnP DMA channel DMA channel 0
DMA channel 1
Supports PnP IRQ IRQ10, IRQ11
Video Interface
Item Specification
Vendor & Model Name Intel 845GL
Chip voltage Core / 2.5V, 1.5V, 1.8V
Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port NO
Graph interface 4X AGP (Accelerated Graphic Port) Bus
Maximum resolution (LCD) 1024 x768 (32bit colors)
Maximum resolution (CRT) 1024x768 (32 bit colors)
1280x1024 (32 bit colors)
1600x1200 (32 bit colors)
Video Memory
Item Specification
Fixed or upgradeable Fixed, share the system memory
Video memory size 8MB
Video Resolutions Mode
Resolution Refresh Rate

CRT Only LCD/CRT Simultaneous
640x480x256 90 60
640x480x64K 90 60
640x480x16M 90 60
800x600x256 90 60
800x600x64K 90 60
1024x768x256 90 60
Parallel Port
Item Specification
Parallel port controller LPC47N227
Number of parallel port 1
Location Rear side
Connector type 25-pin D-type
Parallel port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
Supports ECP/EPP Yes (set by BIOS setup)
Optional ECP DMA channel DMA channel 1 and 3
(in BIOS Setup)
Optional parallel port I/O address 378, 278, 3BC
(in BIOS Setup)
Optional parallel port IRQ IRQ7, IRQ5
(in BIOS Setup)

USB Port
Item Specification
USB Compliancy Level 12.0
OHCI USB 12.0
Number of USB port 2
Location Rear side
Serial port function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup
PCMCIA Port
Item Specification
PCMCIA controller O2-Micro Cardbus Controller OZ6912T-U
Supports card type Type III
Number of slots One type III
Access location Left side
Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Yes
Supports 32 bit CardBus Yes (IRQ17)
Keyboard
Item Specification
Keyboard controller Mitsubishi M38857
Keyboard vendor & model name API
Total number of keypads 84-/85/88- key
Windows 95 keys Yes
Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Yes
Battery
Item Specification
Vendor & model name SIMPLO
Battery Type Li-ION
Pack capacity 2000mAH
Cell voltage 3.8V / 1.2V
Number of battery cell 8
Package configuration 4529 / 8S
Package voltage 41.8V / 9.6V
DC-DC/Charger Converter
Item Specification
Vendor & Model Name O2
Input Voltage AC Adapter or Battery: 8V - 19VDC
DC-DC Converter Output
Output Rating +5V 3.3V 12V
Current (w/load, A) 0~5A 0~4A 120mA
Charger Output Li-ION Ni-MH
Chapter 1 25

DC-DC/Charger Converter
Item Specification
Normal charge (charge while system 2.8A 2.25V
is not operative)
Background charge (charge even 0.8A
system is still operative)
Battery-low 2 level (V) 12.5V 8V
Battery-low 3 level (V) 10V 7.5V
Protection
Charger protection Over Current Protection
DC/DC converter protection OCP (Over Current Protection, A)
OVP (Over Voltage Protection, V)
UVP (Under Voltage Protection, V)
DC-AC LCD Inverter
Item Specification
Vendor & model name Ambit
Input voltage (V) 8 ~ 21V
Input current (mA) 1A (max.)
Output voltage 1400Vrms
(Vrms, no load)
Output voltage 40 ~ 70KHz
frequency (kHz)
Output Current/Lamp 5.5 mA ~ 6.5mA
NOTE: DC-AC inverter is used to generate very high AC voltage, then support to LCD CCFT backlight user,
and is also responsible for the control of LCD brightness. Avoid touching the DC-AC inverter area while
the system unit is turned on.
NOTE: There is an EEPROM in the inverter, which stores its supported LCD type and ID code. If you replace
a new inverter or replace the LCD with a different brand, use Inverter ID utility to update the ID
information.
.
LCD
Item Specification
Vendor & model name 14.1” AU 15” Hitachi
B141XN04 V2 TX38D85VC1CAB
Mechanical Specifications
LCD display area (diagonal, inch) 14.1 15
Display technology TFT TFT
Resolution XGA (1024x768) XGA (1024x768)
Support colors 262K 262K
Optical Specification
Brightness control Keyboard hotkey Keyboard hotkey
Contrast control None None
Electrical Specification
Supply voltage for LCD display (V) 3.3 (typ.) 3.3 (typ.)
Supply voltage for LCD backlight (Vrms) 650 (typ.) 650 (typ.)

AC Adapter
Item Specification
Vendor & model name Delta ADP-65DB
Input Requirements
Maximum input current (A, 1.5 A @ 110Vac
@90Vac, full load) 1.0 A @ 240Vac
Nominal frequency (Hz) 50-60
Frequency variation range (Hz) 47-63
Input voltage range (Vrms) 90-270
Inrush current The maximum inrush current will be less than 50A and 100A when the adapter
is connected to 115Vac and 230Vac respectively.
Efficiency It should provide an efficiency of 80% minimum, when measured at maximum
load under 115Vac.
Output Ratings (CV mode)
DC output voltage 19V
Noise + Ripple 300mVp-pmax (20 MHz bandwidth)
Load 0(min) 3.16A(max)
Output Ratings (CC mode)
DC output voltage 19V +/-1.0V for CV mode
Constant current mode 3.6 +/- 0.3A
Dynamic Output Characteristics
Turn-on delay time 3 sec (@ 115Vac)
Hold up time 5ms (@115Vac, Full load)
Over Voltage Protection (OVP) 24V
Short circuit protection 3.9A max can be protected and output can be shorted without damage
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) 15KV (at air discharge)
8KV (at contact discharge)
Dielectric Withstand Voltage
Primary to secondary 3000Vac
Leakage current 0.25 mA max. (@ 254Vac, 60Hz)
Regulatory Requirements Safety Requirements:
1.The subject product rated 100-120V 60Hz must be listed under UL 1950 and
certified with SCA Standard C22.2 No.950.
2.The subject product rated 200-240V 50Hz must comply with low voltage
directive 73/23EEC.
EMI Requirements:
1.The subject product rated 100-120V 60Hz must meet the EMI requirements
of FCC part 15, Subpart B for Class B Digital Device and get FCC Certification
before marketing into USA and Canada.
2.The subject product rated 200-240V 50Hz must meet the EMC Directive 89/
336/EEC.
3.The subject product rated 100-120V must meet the VCCI-2 EMI
requirements.
Chapter 1 27

Power Management
Power Saving Mode Phenomenon

Standby Mode T The buzzer beeps
Enter Standby Mode when T The Sleep indicator lights up
1.Standby/Hibernation hot-key is pressed
and system is not ready to enter Hibernation
mode.
2.System standby/ Hibernation timer expires
and system is not ready to enter Hibernation
mode.
Hibernation Mode T All power shuts off
Enter Hibernation Mode (suspend to HDD)
when
1.Hibernation hot-key is pressed and
system is ready to enter Hibernation mode
2.System Hibernation timer expires and
system is ready to enter Hibernation mode.
Display Standby Mode T The display shuts off
Keyboard, built-in touchpad, and an external
PS/2 pointing device are idle for a specified
period.
Hard Disk Standby Mode T Hard disk drive is in standby mode.
Hard disk is idle within a specified period of (spindle turned-off)
time.
Environmental Requirements
Item Specification
Temperature
Operating +5~+35 °C
Non-operating -20~+60 °C
Humidity
Operating 20% to 85% RH, non-condensing
Non-operating 20% to 85% RH, non-condensing (Unpacked)
Non-operating 20% to 90% RH, non-condensing (Storage package)
Vibration
Operating (unpacked) 5~25.6Hz: 0.38mm (peak to peak)
25.6~250Hz: 0.5G
Non-operating (unpacked) 5~27.1Hz: 0.6G
27.1~50Hz: 0.04mm (peak to peak)
50~500Hz: 2.0G
Non-operating (packed) 5~62.6Hz: 0.51mm (peak to peak)
62.6~500Hz: 4.0G
Mechanical Specification
Item Specification
Dimensions 326(W) x 267.5(D) x 35.0~37.3(H)mm
Weight 6.8 Ibs with14.1” TFT LCD and CD-ROM/ 6.9 Ibs with 15”LCD and CD-ROM

Mechanical Specification
Item Specification
I/O Ports One type III PCMCIA (PC Card) port, one RJ-11 port, one RJ-45 port, one DC-in
port, one ECP paralle port, four USB ports (two optional), two IEEE 1394 ports
(optional)one line-in jack, one line-out jack, one speaker/headphone-out jack, one
VGA port /I2 C compatible (optional).
Drive Bays One
Material Plastic
Indicators Power-on, Standby, Battery Status, Media Access, CapsLock and NumLock
Switch Power
Memory Address Map
Memory Address Size Function

00000000-0009FFFF 640 KB Base memory
80600000-80600FFF 4 KB Intel 845GL
80620000-8063FFFF 128 KB
81000000-81FFFFF
3 MB
000A0000-000CFFFF
192 KB
08000000-08000FFF 4 KB O2 Micro OZ6912T Cardbus Controller
08001000-08001FFF 4 KB
82400000-82400FFF 4 KB USB
82200000-82200FFF 4 KB Audio
I/O Address Map
I/O Address Function

00000000-0000000F Direct Memory Access controller
00000000-00000CF7 PCI bus
00000010-0000001F Motherboard resources
00000020-00000021 Programmable interrupt controller
00000024-00000025 Motherboard resources
0000002C-0000002D Motherboard resources
0000002E-0000002F Motherboard resources
0000003C-0000003D Motherboard resources
00000040-00000043 System Timer
00000060-00000060 Standard 101/102-key or Microsoft Natural PS/2 keyboard
00000061-00000061 System Speaker
00000062-00000062 Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded Controller
00000064-00000064 Standard 101/102-key or Microsoft Natural PS/2 keyboard
00000066-00000066 Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded Controller
00000070-00000071 System CMOS/realtime clock
Chapter 1 29

I/O Address Map
I/O Address Function

00000081-0000008F Direct memory access controller
000000A0-000000A1 Programmable interrupt controller
000000A4-000000A5 Motherboard resources
000000A8-000000A9 Motherboard resources
000000AC-000000AD Motherboard resources
000000B0-000000B5 Motherboard resources
000000B8-000000B9 Motherboard resources
000000BC-000000BD Motherboard resources
000000C0-000000DF Direct memory access controller
000000F0-000000FE Numeric data processor
00000170-00000177 Secondary IDE channel
000001C0-000001CF Motherboard resources
000001F0-000001F7 Primary IDE channel
00000274-00000277 ISAPNP Read Data Report
00000279-00000279 ISAPNP Read Data Report
00000376-00000376 Secondary IDE channel
00000378-0000037F Printer (LPT1)
000003B0-000003BB Intel (R) 82845G Graphic Controller
000003C0-000003DF Intel (R) 82845G Graphic Controller
000003F0-000003F5 Standard floppy disk controller
000003F6-000003F6 Primary IDE channel
000003F7-000003F7 Standard floppy disk controller
000003F8-000003FF Motherboard resources
000004D0-000004D1 Motherboard resources
00000A79-00000A79 ISAPNP Read Data Report
00000D00-0000FFFF PCI bus
00001180-000011BF Motherboard resources
00001800-0000181F Intel (R) 82801DB/DBM USB Universal Host Controller-24C2
00001860-0000186F Intel (R) 82801DB Ultra ATA Storage Controller-24CB
00001880-0000189F Intel (R) 82801DB/DBM SMBus Controller-24C3
000018C0-000018FF Crystal WDM AC’97 Driver for ICH4
00001C00-00001CFF Crystal WDM AC’97 Driver for ICH4
00002000-0000207F Agere Systems AC’97 Modem
00002400-000024FF Agere Systems AC’97 Modem
00003000-000030FF Realtek RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC
0000FD00-0000FDFF O2Micro OZ6912 CardBus Controller
0000FE00-0000FE00 Motherboard Resources
0000FF00-0000FFFF O2Micro OZ6912 CardBus Controller

IRQ Assignment Map
Interrupt Channel Function

NMI System errors
IRQ0 System timer
IRQ1 Keyboard
IRQ6 Floppy
IRQ8 Real time clock
IRQ9 Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System
IRQ11 Intel (R) 82801DB/DBM SMBus Controller-24C2
IRQ12 Synaptics PS2 pointing device
IRQ13 Numeric data processor
IRQ14 1st IDE device
IRQ15 2nd IDE device
IRQ16 Intel (R) 82801DB/DBM USB Universal Host Controller-24C2
IRQ16 Intel (R) 845G Graphics Controller
IRQ17 Agere Systems AC’97 Modem
IRQ17 Crystal WDM AC’97 Driver for ICH4
IRQ17 O2Micro OZ6912 CardBus Controller
IRQ19 Realtek RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC
IRQ21 OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller
IRQ23 Intel (R) 82801DB/DBM USB 2.0 Enhanced Host Controller-24CD
NOTE: IRQ settings may be changed by OS
DMA Channel Assignment
DMA Channel Function

DRQ0 Not used
DRQ1 Not used
DRQ2 Floppy
DRQ3 Not used
DRQ4 DMA controller
DRQ5 Not used
DRQ6 Not used
DRQ7 Not used
Chapter 1 31


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.
To activate the BIOS Utility, press m during POST (while the TravelMate logo is being displayed).
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
CPU Type Mobile Intel (R) Celeron (R) CPU 1.60GHz

System Memory 640 KB
Extended Memory 121344 KB
HDD1 Serial Number 115188
System BIOS Version V0.51 (BXB35WW)
VGA BIOS Version 2759
KBC Version: 02.29.25
Serial Number 8146W01008246015BFM000
Asset Tag Number No Asset Tag
Product Name TravelMate 230
Manufacture Name Acer
UUID Number 5f8f5060-fd71-11d6-85f3-c5c61adec588
F1 Help Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select > Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
Chapter 2 33
CPU Type Pentium (R) IV 1.4GHz



Multi-Boot Menu
Users can press F12 during POST to enter the Multi Boot Selection Menu. In this menu users can change boot
device without entering BIOS SETUP utility.
Boot Menu
1. +Removable Devices
2. +Hard Drive
3. CD-ROM drive
<Enter Setup>
NOTE: If users disable the multi boot selection menu in BIOS SETUP utility, the message “ Press F12 to enter
the multi boot selection menu” will not appear during POST.
NOTE: If users disable the “Boot on LAN” option in BIOS SETUP utility, then the option of Realtek PXE2.0
Boot Agent will not appear.
Navigating the BIOS Utility

There are six menu options: System Information, Basic System Settings, Startup Configuration, Onboard
Device Configuration, System Security and Loading Default Settings.
To enter a menu, highlight the item using the w / y keys, then press e.
Within a menu, navigate through the BIOS Utility by following these instructions:
T Press the w / y keys to move between the parameters.
T Press the p / qkeys to change the value of a parameter.

T Press the | key while you are in any of the menu options to return to the main menu.
NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys are
shown at the bottom of the screen.
Chapter 2 35

System Information
The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information.
CPU Type Mobile Intel (R) Celeron (R) CPU 1.60GHz



CPU Type Pentium (R) IV 1.4GHz


NOTE: The screen above is a sample and may not reflect the actual data on your computer. “X” may refer to a
series of numbers and/or characters.
The following table describes the information in this screen.
Parameter Description
CPU Type Describe the type of CPU installed in the system.
System Memory Display the current system memory.
Extended Memory Display the current extended memory.
HDD Serial Number Display the primary master HDD serial number. If there is no primary master
HDD, then show “None”.
System BIOS Version Show the current system BIOS version.
VGA BIOS Version Show the video graphics accelerator BIOS version. It is obtained from VGA
BIOS AX=5F01.
KBC Version Display the current KBC version.
Serial Number Show the serial number of the computer. (32 characters)
Asset Tag Number Show the asset tag number of the computer. (16 characters)
Product Name Show the official name of the product. (15 characters)
Manufacturer Name Show the manufacturer of the computer. (15 characters)
UUID Show the universally unique identifier of your computer. (16 Byte-Hex-Digital)
The items in this screen are important and vital information about your computer. If you experience computer
problems and need to contact technical support, this data helps our service personnel know more about your
computer.
Chapter 2 37

Main System Settings
The Basic System Settings screen allows you to set the system date and time.
System Time: [08:46:55] Item Specific Help

System Date: [12/03/2002]
Boot Display [Auto]

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or
QuickBoot Mode [Enabled]
<Enter> selects field.
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Disabled]
Boot on LAN [Disabled]

Hotkey Beep [Enabled]
Auto Dim [Enabled]

F12 Multi-Boot [Enabled]

The following table describes the parameters in this screen.
Parameter Description Format

System Time Sets the system time. HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second)
System Date Sets the system date. DDD MMM DD, YYYY
(day-of-the-week month day, year)
Boot Display Sets the display device on boot up. Auto or Both
When set to Auto, the computer
automatically determines the
display device. If an external
display device (e.g., monitor) is
connected, it becomes the boot
display. When set to Both, the
computer outputs to both the
computer display screen and an
external display device if one is
connected.
Quick Boot Mode Allow the system to skip certain Enabled or Disabled
tests while booting. This will
decrease the time needed to boot
the system.
Boot-time Diagnostic Boot-time diagnostic during boot. Disabled or Enabled
Screen Help: Enable to show the BIOS logo
picture screen on boot up.

Parameter Description Format
Boot on LAN When it is enabled, a remote host Disabled or Enabled
with an appropriate boot image can
boot this computer via the internal
LAN.
Hotkey Beep Help: Enable or disable hotkey Enabled or Disabled
beep.
Auto Dim Help: The system will support an Enabled or Disabled
automatic dimming of the
LCD backlight when the AC power
is NOT available (running on
battery power).
Options: Enabled or Disabled
Help: Users could choose if to
display ‘Fn-F12 for multi-
boot’ message during post
F12 Multi-Boot When “Fn-F12” is pressed, a multi- Enabled or Disabled
boot message will be displayed
during POST.
Setting the Boot Drive Sequence

The Boot Drive Sequence section lists boot priorities (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th) for bootable drives in your
computer.
For example, the default value (1st:Floppy Disk, 2nd:Hard Disk, and 3rd: CD-ROM, 4th: Realtek PXE2.0 Boot
Agent) tells the computer to first search for a bootable floppy disk in the floppy drive. If it finds one present, it
boots up from that floppy disk. If not, the computer continues to search for a bootable CD-ROM in the CD-
ROM drive. If it cannot boot up from the CD-ROM drive, it continues by booting up from the hard disk and etc...
To set the boot drive sequence, use the w / y keys to select a priority level (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th), then use
the z / x keys to select the device for that priority level.
NOTE: When Boot on LAN is set Enabled, then the 4th option: Realtek PXE2.0 Boot Agent shows in the list.
Chapter 2 39

Advanced Information
The Advanced Information screen contains parameter values that define how your computer behaves on
system startup.
Legacy Diskette A: [1.44/1.25MB 3 ½” Item Specific Help
>Primary Master [20004MB]

>Secondary Master Selects floppy type. Note that
[CD-ROM] 1.25MB 3 ½” references a 1024
>I/O Device Configuration byte/ sector Japanese media
>PCI IRQ Routing format. The 1.25MB 3 ½” diskette
requires a 3-mode floppy-disk
Legacy USB Support: drive.
[Enabled]

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.

Parameter Description Options
Legacy Diskette A Help: Selects floppy type. Note that 1.25MB 3 1/2” 1.44/1.25MB 3 1/2” or
references a 1024 byte/sector Japanese media Disabled
format. The 1.25MB, 3 1/2” diskette requires a 3-
Mode floppy-disk drive.
Enable or Disable Legacy Diskette A
Primary Master Show IDE Primary Master HDD size. Auto or User or CD-ROM or
User can enter submenu to set some detail ATAPI Removable
functions
Secondary Master Show IDE Secondary Master Device Status. Auto or User or CD-ROM or
User can enter submenu to set some detail ATAPI Removable
functions.
I/O Device Configuration Enter submenu to set onboard device configuration
Help: Peripheral Configuration.
PCI IRQ Routing Set Default IRQ of PCI device. Auto/ User Select
Help: Menu used to set IRQ for PCI Devices.
Legacy USB Support Enabled: Enable support for Legacy Universal Enabled or Disabled
Serial Bus.
Chapter 2 41

Primary Master
The Primary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the primary hard disk.
CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for the advanced users only. Typically, you do not need to
change the values in this screen.The default setting of Auto optimizes all the settings for your hard disk.
Advanced
Primary Master [10056MB] Item Specific Help
User= you enter parameters

Type: [Auto] of hard-disk drive installed at
this connection.
LBA Format Auto: autotypes hard-disk
Total Sectors: 39070080 drive installed here.
Maximum Capacity: 20004MB CD-ROM= a CD-ROM drive
is installed here.
Multi-Sector Transfers: [16 Sectors] ATAPI Removable=
LBA Mode Control: [Enabled] removable disk drive is
32 Bit I/O: [Disabled] installed here.
Transfer Mode: [Fast PIO 4]
Ultra DMA Mode: [Disabled]


Type The setting of detail functions stands on type. Auto/CD-ROM/ ATAPI
Help: Auto= Autotype Hard-Disk drive installed here. Removable/User

Secondary Master
The Secondary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the Media bay drive.
CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for the advanced users only. Typically, you do not need to
change the values in this screen. The default setting of Auto optimizes all the settings for your Media
bay drive.
Advanced
Secondary Master [20004MB] Item Specific Help
User= you enter parameters

Type: [Auto] of hard-disk drive installed at
this connection.
LBA Format Auto: autotypes hard-disk
Total Sectors: 39070080 drive installed here.
Maximum Capacity: 20004MB CD-ROM= a CD-ROM drive
is installed here.
Multi-Sector Transfers: [16 Sectors] ATAPI Removable=
LBA Mode Control: [Enabled] removable disk drive is
32 Bit I/O: [Disabled] installed here.
Transfer Mode: [Fast PIO 4]
Ultra DMA Mode: [Disabled]


Type The setting of detail functions stands on type. Auto/ CD-ROM/ ATAPI
Help: Auto= Autotype Hard-Disk drive installed here Removable/ User
Chapter 2 43

I/O Device Configuration
The parameters in this screen are for advanced users only. You do not need to change the values in this
screen because these values are already optimized.
The I/O Device Configuration screen assigns resources to basic computer communication hardware.
P h o e n ix B IO S S e tu p U tility
Ad vanced
I/O D e v ic e C o nfig u ra tio n Ite m S p e c ific H e lp
C o n fig u re p a ra lle l p o rt
U s in g o p tio n s :
P a ra lle l P o rt: [E n a b le d ] [D is a b le d ]
M ode: [B i-d ire c tio n ] N o c o n fig u ra tio n
B a s e I/O a d d re s s : [3 7 8 ]
In te rru p t: [IR Q 7 ] [E n a b le d ]
U s e r C o n fig u ra tio n
[A u to ]
B IO S o r O S c h o o se s
c o n fig u ra tio n
(O S C o n tro lle d )
D is p la ye d w h e n
C o n tro lle d b y O S
F 1 H e lp S e le c t Ite m F 5 /F 6 C h a n g e V a lu e s F 9 S e tu p D e fau lts

E s c E x it S e le c t M e n u E n te r S e le ct > S u b -M e n u F 1 0 S a v e a n d E x it
The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and
suggested parameter settings.

Parallel Port Enables or disable the parallel port. Enabled or Disabled
The parallel port is a PnP device. Enabled/Disabled
setting won’t affect the Windows Device Manager
setting of the parallel port.
Help: [Enable]: User configuration
[Disable]: No configuration
Mode: Sets operation mode of the parallel port.

Bi-directional, Output only, EPP,
Only set the parallel post operation mode in BIOS ECP
setup. If set to be ECP mode, the Windows will
assume the parallel port as the ECP port.
Base I/O address: If operation mode is set to Base I/O

378, 3BC, 278
address, sets the base I/O address of the parallel port.
Interrupt: If operation mode is set to interrupt, sets the

interrupt request of the parallel port. IRQ7, IQ5
NOTE: When the device is disabled, all the sub-items will be hidden.

PCI IRQ Routing
The PCI IRQ Routing sub-menu allows you to set IRQ for PCI devices.
CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for advanced users only. Typically, you do not need to change
the values in this screen because these values are already optimized.
Advanced
PCI IRQ Routing Item Specific Help
PIRQ A# :[11] PCI devices can use

PIRQ B# :[10] hardware interrupts called
PIRQ C# :[11] IRQs. A PCI device
PIRQ D# :[10] cannot use IRQs already
PIRQ E# :[11] in use by ISA or EISA
PIRQ F# :[10] devices. Use ‘Auto’ only if
PIRQ G# :[11] no ISA or Eisa legacy
PIRQ H# :[10] cards are installed.


PIRQ A-H# Set default IRQ of PCI device. IRQ 10 or IRQ11, Disabled,
Help: PCI devices can use hardware interrupt called Auto Select, IRQ3, IRQ7
IRQs. A PCI device cannot use IRQs already in use
by ISA or EISA devices. Use “Auto” only if no ISA or
EISA legacy cards are installed.
Chapter 2 45

System Security
The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from
unauthorized use.
Set Supervisor Password [Enter] Item Specific Help

Set User Password [Enter]
Password on boot [Enabled]
Set Primary Hard Disk Password [Enter] Supervisor password controls

the access of the whole setup
utility.

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and

Set Supervisor Password While entering SETUP, BIOS need to request user to enter Enter
supervisor password if set.
This password protects the BIOS SETUP menu from
unauthorized entry.
Set User Password During POST, BIOS needs to check user password if set. Enter
This password protects the system from unauthorized user
entry before OS boots up.
Password on Boot During POST, BIOS need to check power on password if set. Enabled or Disabled
This password protects the computer from unauthorized entry
during boot-up.
Set Primary Hard Disk During POST, BIOS need to check Hard disk password if set. Enter
Password This password protects the computer from unauthorized entry
during boot-up if a second Hard disk is inserted.
Setting a Password
Follow these steps:
1. Use the cursor w/y keys to highlight a Password parameter (Supervisor Password, User Password,
Password on boot or Primary Hard Disk Password) and press thee key. The password box appears
as below if choosing Set Supervisor Password:

S et S upervisor P assw ord
E nter N ew P assw ord [ ]

C onfirm N e w P assw ord [ ]
2. Type a password. The password may consist of up to eight characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) and then press
e.
IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the
screen.
3. Retype password to verify your first entry and then press e. The following screen appears:
S etup N otice
C hanges have been saved.

[C ontinue]
4. After setting the password, the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Present.
5. Press ^ to return to the main menu.
6. Press u. The following dialogue box appears.
Setup Confirm ation
Save Configuration changes and exit now?
[Yes] [N o]
7. Select Yes and press e to save the password and exit the BIOS utility.
Four password types protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these passwords creates
several different levels of protection for your computer and data:
T Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry to the BIOS Utility. Once set, you must key-in
this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility.
T User Password and Password On Boot secure your computer against unauthorized use. Combine
the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from hibernation for
maximum security.
T Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk.
Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer, it cannot be
accessed without the Hard Disk Password.
When a password is set, a password prompt appears on the left-hand corner of the display screen.
1. When the Supervisor Password is set, the following prompt appears when you press m to enter the
BIOS Utility at boot-up.
Enter Password
Chapter 2 47

Type the Supervisor Password and press e to access the BIOS Utility.
2. When the User Password is set and Power on boot is set enabled, the following prompt appears at boot-
up when pressing m.
Enter Password
Type the User Password (a symbol appears for each character you type) and press e to use the computer.
If you enter the password incorrectly, an x symbol appears. Try again and press e.
3. When the Power on boot is set enabled, the following prompt appears at boot-up.
Enter Password
4. When the Hard Disk Password is set, the following prompt appears at boot-up.
Enter Password
Type the Hard Disk Password (a symbol appears for each character you type) and press e to use the
computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, an x symbol appears. Try again and press e.
You have three chances to enter a password. If you successfully entered the password, the system starts
Windows.
Removing a Password
If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system hangs.
To change a password, follow the same steps used to set a password.
1. Use the cursor w/y keys to highlight a Password parameter (Supervisor Password, User Password,
Password on boot ) and press e. The following prompt appears:
Enter Current Password [ ]

Enter New Password [ ]
Confirm New Password [ ]
2. Type Current Password, leave the “ Enter New Password” blank and press e. Leave “ Confirm New
Password” blank and press e, then the password is removed.
Removing a HDD Password

If you fail to enter a HDD password correctly after three tries, the system will be disabled.
To change a password, follow the same steps used to set a password.

1. After three tries, a prompt appears: (for example, if the primary master HDD is locked.)
Enter Primary Master HDD Master Password [ ]
2. Enter the BIOS utility to check HDD’s serial number and write it down.
3. Use another computer to generate the HDD Password with hddmas.exe or mashdd2.exe . Type the
HDD’s serial number, press e, HDD password will be generated.
4. Type the generated HDD password in the following prompt you set up.
Enter Primary Master HDD Master Password [ ]
5. Press e, the previous HDD password you set up will be overwritten.
Chapter 2 49

Boot Options
Users can press F12 during POST to enter the Boot Options Menu. In this menu users can change boot
device without entering BIOS SETUP utility.
+Removable Devices Item Specific Help

+Hard Drive
CD-ROM Drive
Keys used to view or

configure devices:
<Enter> expands or
collapses devices
<F5> and <F6> moves the
device up or down.

NOTE: There are three priorities that can let the user to specify the boot device sequence.
The priority of options from top to bottom is 1st, 2nd, 3rd.

If the Removable Device or Hard Drive option has multi devices, show ‘+’ in front of option and show each
device information.
Help: Keys used to view or configure devices:
<e> expands or collapses devices with a + or -
<p>and <q> moves the device up and or down.

Exit Setup
This menu contains exit options.
Exit Saving Changes Item Specific Help

Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes
Exit System Setup and save
your changes to CMOS.

The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Setting in boldface are the defaults and
Parameter Description
Exit Saving Changes Save any changes, and exit BIOS setup.
Help: Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Exit Discarding Changes Discard any changes, and exit BIOS setup.
Help: Exit utility without saving Setup data to CMOS.
Load Setup Defaults Load Setup Defaults.
Help: Load default values for all SETUP items.
Discard Changes Discard any changes.
Help: Load previous value from CMOS for all SETUP items.
Save Changes Save changes.
Help: Save Setup data to CMOS.
Load Setup Default

If you want to restore all parameter settings to their default values, select this menu item and press e. The
following dialog box displays.
Chapter 2 51

D o you w ant to load default settings?
[Yes] [N o]
If you would like to load factory- default settings for all parameters, use the cursor z / x keys to select Yes;
then press e. Choose No if otherwise.

BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
T New versions of system programs
T New features or options
Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use IFlash.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce on how to use Phlash utility.
Executing Flash Program

IMPORTANT:If this diskette is not bootable, do the following actions before you use it:
Please do the following to update BIOS.
To update BIOS:
1. Prepare the BIOS Flash Diskette
a. Create one bootable DOS floppy diskette (This applies to Windows 98 and Windows ME and
Windows XP.)
b. Save Update.bat, R01XXX.ROM and Phlash.exe to A:\
2. Boot the computer with the BIOS Flash Diskette
a. Insert the created floppy diskette into a floppy diskette drive before you turn on the computer.
b. Press the power button.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions after booting.
a. Type the following:
A:\>Update
NOTE: XXXX represents for the version of BIOS
IMPORTANT:Never turn off the system power while Flash BIOS is programming. This will damage your
system.
4. After Flash BIOS is done, reboot the system.
NOTE: If there are any problems occurred during BIOS update, see for troubleshooting.
Chapter 2 53

System Utility Diskette
This utility diskette is for the TravelMate 230/ 280 notebook machine. You can find the utility in Service CD kit.
It provides the following functions:
1. Panel ID Utility
2. 1394 GUID Utility
3. Mother Board Data Utility
To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a “Microsoft Windows ME Startup Menu” prompt you to
choose the testing item. Follow the instructions on screen to proceed.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce each test utility and its
functions.

System Diagnostic Diskette
IMPORTANT: 1The diagnostics program here that we used is called PQA (Product Quality Assurance) and is
provided by Headquarters. You can utilize it as a basic diagnostic tool. To get this program, you can
find it in the service CD kit.
To better fit local service requirements, your regional office MAY have other diagnostic program.
Please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with further
technical details.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce each test and its functions.
1 New added description. Please pay attention to it.
Chapter 2 55

Running PQA Diagnostics Program
To run the program, simply type: PQA and press e. The main menu appears on screen.
PQA Vx_x xx-xx-xx
Diag Result SysInfo Option Exit
Press z / xto move around the main menu. Press e to enable the selected option. The main options
are Diag, Result, SysInfo, Option and Exit.
The Diag option lets you select testing items and times.
The following screen appears when you select Diag from the main menu.
PQA Vx_x xx-xx-xx

Diag
ONE TEST
MULTI TEST
FULL TEST
QUICK TEST
One Test performs a single test and Manual checks the selected test items in sequence.
Multi Test performs multiple tests of the selected items and check the selected test items in sequence.
Full Test performs all test items in detail for your system.
Quick Test performs all test items quickly for your system.

The screen below appears if you select Multi Test.
PQA
PQA Vx_x
Vx_x xx-xx-xx
xx-xx-xx
Diag Result
Result SysInfo Option Exit
Diag SysInfo Option Exit
Diag
Diag
ONE TEST
One
MULTI TEST
TEST
Multi TEST
FULL TEST
QUICK TEST
TEST COUNT VALUE (1...9999) 1
Specify the desired number of tests and press e.

After you specify the number of tests to perform, the screen shows a list of test items (see below).
PQA Vx_x xx-xx-xx

Diag
MANUALTestTESTItems
AUTO[ ] System
TESTBoard
[ ] Memory
[ ] Keyboard
[ ] Video
[ ] Parallel Port
[ ] Serial Port
[ ] Diskette Drive
[ ] Hard Disk SPACE: mark/unmark selecting item
[ ] CD-ROM ESC : return to upper menu
[ ] Coprocessor F1 : Help menu
[ ] Pointing Dev. F2 : test the marked item(s)
[ ] Cache ENTER: open sub-item’s menu
Test Times = 1
Move the highlight bar wand y from one item to another. Press k to enable or disable the item. The
triangle mark indicates that there are available sub-options. Press e to view the available options of each
selected item. Press | to close the submenu.
The right corner screen information gives you the available function keys and the specified test number.
T k: Enables/disables the item

T ^: Exits the program
T l : Help
T m: Tests the selected item(s)
T e: Opens the available options
T Test Times: Indicates the number of tests to perform.
NOTE: The l and m keys function only after you finish configuring the Test option.
NOTE: When any errors are detected by diagnostic program, refer to “Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code” for
troubleshooting.
Chapter 2 57


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 Flat-bladed screw driver
T Phillips screw driver
T Tweezers
T Plastic Flat-bladed screw driver
T Hexed Screw Sriver
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 59
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.

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.
START
Battery
Ax1 Ax2 Bx2

Mx1 Dx2
Touch Pad HDD Dummy Middle Cover DIMMCover
ModemCover
Frame Cover W/ Launch Launch Board
Ax2 Dx2 Board
DIMM
HDD Module ModemBoard
Keyboard
Kx2
Jx1
Jx2
HDD HDD Bracket CD-ROM
Heat Plate
Module
Ix2 Nx2
Ax2
Wireless LAN RTC Battery LCD Module Antennas CD-ROM CD-ROM
Board (Optional) (See Next Page) (Optional) Drive Drive Bracket
Ax9
Touch Pad Upper Case
Board
Touch Pad Ex3 Ex1

Button
FDD Module Charger Plate
Ex3 L1x2 Cx2

Touch Pad L2X2
Scroll Key CPU Heat
Speakers Audio Board Main Board Fan Module
Sink
Touch Pad Ex4
FPC PCMCIA Plate
CPU
Fx4
I/O Port Plate PCMCIA Slot
Chapter 3 61

LCD Module
3 LCD
Cushions
Ax3
LCD Bezel
Gx1 for 15” LCD

Gx2 for 14.1” LCD
Inverter
Hx6 for Hitachi 15” Super XGA+ LCD Unit
Gx4 for 14”1 XGA LCD Unit
Cx6 for Hitachi 15” XGA LCD Unit
LCD LCD Panel
Ox4 for 14.1 LCD only
LCD Coaxial
LCD Brackets
Cable

Screw List
Item Description
A Screw M2.5XL6 Flat Head (Black)
B Screw M2XL3 Washer Flat Head (Black)
C Screw M2XL4 Flat Head (Black)
D Screw M2XL4 Round Head (Black)
E Screw M2XL5 Round Head (Silver)
F Hex Screw
G Screw M2.5XL4 Flat Head (Silver)
H Screw M2XL4.5 Flat Head (Silver)
I Screw M2XL3 Flat Head (Black)
J Screw M2XL12 Round Head (Black)
K Screw M3XL4 Flat Head (Silver)
L1 CPU Sink Screw 3kg-cm (Upper
L2 CPU Sink Screw 2kg-cm (Lower)
M Modem Special Screw M2XL4 Washer
N M2XL3 Flat Head (Silver)
O Screw M2XL3 Flat Head (Silver)
Chapter 3 63

Removing the Battery
1. To remove the battery, push the battery release button, and then slide the battery out from the machine.

Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1. See “Removing the Battery” on page 64
2. To remove the hard disk drive, first remove the one screw from the hard disk drive cover, and then remove
the cover.
3. Remove the two screws as shown and then pull the plastic tag to detach the hard disk drive module out
from the machine carefully.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the hard disk drive module to the main
unit. It is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.
Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module

2. See “Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 65
3. To disassemble the hard disk drive module, first remove the two screws from the hard disk drive bracket.
Chapter 3 65

4. Detach the hard disk drive from the hard disk drive bracket.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the hard disk drive bracket to the hard
disk drive module. It is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.

Removing the Memory Module
2. To remove the memory module from the machine, first remove the two screws from the memory cover.
3. Lift the cover off, then remove the memory cover.
4. Push out the latches on both sides of the socket and pull the memory module out from the socket.
Chapter 3 67

Removing the Modem Board
2. To remove the modem board, first remove the screw from the modem cover.
3. Remove the modem cover from the machine.
4. Remove two screws from the modem board as shown, then remove the modem board from the main unit
carefully by using a plastic bladed screw driver.
5. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem board, then remove the modem board.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the modem board to the unit. It is
suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.

Chapter 3 69

Disassembling the LCD
Removing the Middle Cover
2. To remove the middle cover, first remove the two screws from the rear of the unit and then pry up the
middle cover with a plastic flat screwdriver in the way as shown.
3. Disconnect the launch board cable from the launch board and then detach the middle cover away from
the main unit.
.
Removing the Launch Board

2. See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 70
3. Remove the two screws and then detach the launch board from the middle cover.

Removing the Keyboard
3. To remove the keyboard, first pull out and upward to expose the keyboard.
4. Use a plastic flat screwdriver to help disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board carefully, then
remove the keyboard from the main board.
Removing the CD-ROM Drive Module

3. See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 71
4. Remove the one screw as shown here and then slide the CD-ROM drive module out from the main unit.
Chapter 3 71

Disassembling the CD-ROM Drive Module
4. See “Removing the CD-ROM Drive Module” on page 71
5. To disassemble the CD-ROM drive module, first remove two screws as shown.
6. Remove the CD-ROM drive bracket from the CD-ROM drive module.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the CD-ROM drive bracket to the CD-
ROM drive module. It is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.
Removing the Heat Plate

4. Remove the three screws as shown and then detach the heat plate from the main unit.

NOTE: 1.Because the CD-ROM module and the heat plate share the common screw, you only have to
remove the two screws as shown below If you detach the heat plate from the main unit after the step of
removing the CD-ROM. The same principle applies to the assembly procedures.
NOTE: 2.Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the heat plate to the main unit. It is
Removing the LCD Module

4. See “Removing the Heat Plate” on page 72
5. Remove the two screws from the base of the unit.
6. Disconnect the LCD coaxial cable from the main board.
Chapter 3 73

7. Remove the inverter cable from the main board with a plastic flat screwdriver.
8. Remove the LCD module from the main unit carefully.
9. Disconnect the launch board cable from the main board and remove it.
NOTE: Please arrange the inverter cable and the coaxial cable well in the way as shown after you connect
them to the main board.

Removing the LCD Bezel
5. See “Removing the LCD Module” on page 73
6. Use plastic tweezers to remove the three LCD cushions on the LCD bezel, and then remove the three
screws below from the LCD bezel.
7. Snap off the bezel carefully, and then remove the LCD bezel from the LCD module.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the LCD bezel to the LCD module It
is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.
Chapter 3 75

Removing the Inverter Board (14.1” LCD)
6. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page 75
7. To remove the inverter board, first remove two screws from the inverter board.
8. Disconnect the LCD power cable and the inverter cable from the inverter board.
NOTE: 1. Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the inverter board to the LCD panel.
It is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.
NOTE: 2. Please route the cables with the inverter cable placed at the right side of the coaxial cable as shown
below before you attach the inverter board to the LCD panel.

Removing the Inverter Board (15” LCD)
7. To remove the inverter board, first remove one screw from the inverter board.
8. Disconnect the LCD power cable and the inverter cable from the inverter board.
NOTE: Please route the cables with the inverter cable placed at the right side of the coaxial cable as shown
below before you attach the inverter board to the LCD panel.
Chapter 3 77

Removing the 14.1” TFT LCD
7. See “Removing the Inverter Board (14.1” LCD)” on page 76
8. To remove the LCD, first remove the four screws from the LCD, then remove the LCD from the LCD panel.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the LCD to the LCD panel. It is
Removing the 15” TFT LCD

7. See “Removing the Inverter Board (15” LCD)” on page 77
8. To remove the LCD, first remove the six screws from the LCD, then remove the LCD from the LCD panel.

NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the LCD to the LCD panel. It is
Removing the 14.1” TFT LCD Brackets

8. See “Removing the 14.1” TFT LCD” on page 78
9. Remove four screws on each side to remove the LCD brackets and then detach the LCD brackets from
the LCD.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the LCD brackets to the LCD. It is
Chapter 3 79

Removing the LCD Coaxial Cable

8. See “Removing the Inverter Board (15” LCD)” on page 77
9. Remove the tape then remove the LCD coaxial cable from the LCD.

Disassembling the Main Unit
Removing the RTC Battery
5. Disconnect the RTC cable and then remove the RTC battery from the upper case gently.
Removing the Touch Pad Frame

2. Use a plastic flat screwdriver to pry up the touch pad frame very carefully.
3. Detach the touch pad frame from the upper case gently.
Removing the Fan Module

4. To remove the fan, first remove the screw from the fan and then disconnect the fan cable from the main
board by using a plastic flat screwdriver.
Chapter 3 81

5. Remove the other screw from the base of the unit, then remove the fan from the lower case.
Removing the CPU Heat Sink

5. See “Removing the Audio Board” on page 87
6. Remove four screws and then detach the CPU heat sink from the main unit.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the CPU heat sink to the main board.
It is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.
Removing the Processor


6. See “Removing the CPU Heat Sink” on page 82
7. Use a flat screwdriver to unlock the CPU socket counterclockwise, detach the CPU from its socket and
then lock the CPU socket clockwise with the flat screwdriver.
Installing the Processor

7. Use a flat screwdriver to unlock the CPU socket counterclockwise, attach the CPU into its socket and then
lock the CPU socket clockwise with the flat screwdriver
NOTE: Please make sure the triangle mark on the CPU aligns with the one on the CPU socket.
Removing the Upper Case

Chapter 3 83

8. See “Removing the RTC Battery” on page 81
9. Use a plastic flat screwdriver to disconnect the touch pad cable from the main board.
10. To remove the upper case, first remove the nine screws from the base of the unit as shown.
11. Pull the upper case from the unit gently.
NOTE: 1. Important: If the notebook is installed with antennas and wireless LAN board, please disconnect the
two RF cables from the sockets on the wireless LAN board before removing the upper case from the
lower case. Any failure to do so will cause the damage to the two RF cables.
2. Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the upper case to the lower case. It

Removing the Touch Pad Board
2. See “Removing the Touch Pad Frame” on page 81
3. See “Removing the Upper Case” on page 83
4. To detach the touch pad board, first disconnect the touch pad cable from the touch pad board with a
plastic flat screwdriver and plastic tweezers, and then remove the touch pad board from the upper case.
Removing the Touch Pad Button

4. See “Removing the Touch Pad Board” on page 85
5. Remove the touch pad button.
Removing the Touch Pad Scroll Key

5. See “Removing the Touch Pad Button” on page 85
6. Release the scroll key by pressing it downward gently and then detach it from the upper case.
Chapter 3 85

Removing the Touch Pad Cable
5. See “Removing the Touch Pad Button” on page 85
6. See “Removing the Touch Pad Scroll Key” on page 85
7. Remove the touch pad cable from the main board carefully.
8. Detach the touch pad cable from the upper case carefully.
Removing the Floppy Disk Drive Module

10. Remove the three screws as shown, and disconnect the FDD cable from the main board.

11. Detach the FDD module from the lower case.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the FDD module to the main board. It
Removing the Audio Board

10. See “Removing the Floppy Disk Drive Module” on page 86
11. Detach the audio board from the main board and turn it over to disconnect the speaker cable from the
audio board and then remove the audio board from the main unit.
NOTE: When assembling the audio board to the main board and the lower case, please make sure the audio
board is attached with the pins inserted and the ports installed properly.
Chapter 3 87

Removing the Speakers
11. Release the two latches which fix the left speaker to the lower case.
12. Lift up the cables and then detach the speakers from the lower case.
Removing the Charger Plate


10. To remove the charger plate, first remove the screw from the charger plate, and then remove the charger
plate from the main board.
Removing the Main Board

13. See “Removing the Charger Plate” on page 88
14. Remove the three screws from the main board as shown below.
.
15. Detach the main board from the lower case carefully in the way as shown here.
Chapter 3 89

NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the main board to the lower case. It is
Removing the PCMCIA Slot

14. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 89
15. Remove four screws from the PCMCIA plate to remove the plate.
16. Detach the PCMCIA slot from the main board.

NOTE: 1. Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the PCMCIA plate to the main
board. It is suggested that you reverse the sequence when you remove the screws.
2. Please note that the I/O port bracket should be attached to the main board before assembling the
PCMCIA slot to the main board.
Removing the I/O Port Bracket

14. See “Removing the Main Board” on page 89
15. See “Removing the PCMCIA Slot” on page 90
16. Remove the four hex screws to detach the I/O port bracket from the main board.
Chapter 3 91

17. Detach the I/O port bracket from the main board.
NOTE: Please follow the numeric orders such as 1, 2, 3, and 4 to screw the I/O port to the main board. It is

System Upgrade Procedure
Base Unit to Wireless Unit
4. See “Removing the Heat Plate” on page 72 (Remove three screws here)
5. Note that the one with the white RF cable is for the right antenna and the one with the black RF cable is
for the left antenna.
6. Insert the wireless LAN board into its socket and press it down to secure well.
7. Attach the right antenna to the upper case and secure it with a screw. Route the cable as shown below.
8. Attach the left antenna to the upper case and secure it with a screw. Route the cable as shown below.
Chapter 3 93

9. Be careful to arrange the right and left RF cables well.
10. Connect the RF cables into the Wireless LAN board.
NOTE: Please note that the black RF cable should be routed beneath the coaxial cable.

Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or
modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating
the same operation.
3. Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to.
Symptoms (Verified) Go To
Power failure. (The power indicator does not go “Power System Check” on page 97.
on or stay on.)
POST does not complete. No beep or error “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
codes are indicated. page 100
“Undetermined Problems” on page 108
POST detects an error and displayed messages “Error Message List” on page 101
on screen.
The diagnostic test detected an error and “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 55
displayed a FRU code.
Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
others). page 100
Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to
problems). “Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on
page 100
“Intermittent Problems” on page 107
“Undetermined Problems” on page 108
Chapter 4 95
System Check Procedures
External Diskette Drive Check
Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is
required.
NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause
damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail.
Do the following to select the test device. See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 55 for details.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the PQA program (see “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page
55).
2. Go to the diagnostic Diskette Drive in the test items.
3. Press m in the test items.
4. Follow the instructions in the message window.
If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the system board.
If the error still remains:
1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
3. Replace the system board.
External CD-ROM Drive Check

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM does
not have any label attached to it. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail.
Do the following to select the test device:
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the PQA program (refer to “System Diagnostic Diskette” on
page 55.
2. Go to the diagnostic CD-ROM in the test items.
If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the System board. If the error still remains:
1. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.
2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module.

Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested.
If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable
extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board.
If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test. See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page
55 for details.
If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the keyboard cables.
2. Replace the keyboard.
The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer:

T Numeric keypad
T External keyboard
If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
Memory Check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.
1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the PQA program (please refer to “System Diagnostic
Diskette” on page 55.
2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items.
NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error.
Power System Check

To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources:
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied.
3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by
the battery pack.
If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list:
T “Check the Power Adapter” on page 98
T “Check the Battery Pack” on page 99
Chapter 4 97

Check the Power Adapter
Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power
adapter cable. See the following figure
Pin 1: +19 to +20.5V

Pin 2: 0V, Ground
1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter.

2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
T Replace the System board.
T If the problem is not corrected, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 108.
T If the voltage is not correct, go to the next step.
NOTE: An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect.
3. If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter for correct
continuity and installation.
4. If the operational charge does not work, see “Check the Battery Pack” on page 99.

Check the Battery Pack
To check the battery pack, do the following:
From Software:
1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel
2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total
Battery Power Remaining are correct.
3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter.
4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging.
From Hardware:
1. Power off the computer.
2. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). See the
following figure
3. If the voltage is still less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery.
To check the battery charge operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50%
of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.
If the battery status indicator does not light up, remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature.
Re-install the battery pack.
If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the battery pack. If the charge indicator still does not light
up, replace the DC/DC charger board.
Touchpad Check
If the touchpad doesn’t work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU:
1. Reconnect the touchpad cables.
2. Replace the touchpad.
After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement
can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware
problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.
Chapter 4 99

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is
listed first.
NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU
replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a
non-defective FRU.
This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer.
If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 108.
The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified
by function.
NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware
device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the
way it has been configured.
NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter
Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.

Index of Error Messages
Error Code List
Error Codes Error Messages

006 Equipment Configuration Error
Causes:
1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch
2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error
3. IDE Secondary Channel Master Drive Error
(THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration
Error”)
010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh)
070 Real Time Clock Error
071 CMOS Battery Bad
072 CMOS Checksum Error
110 Incorrect password specified, system disabled. (Text mode only)
<No error code> Battery critical LOW
In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down
system, no message will show.
<No error code> Thermal critical High
In this situation BIOS will issue 3 long beeps then shut down
system.
Error Message List
Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard disk drive connector.
“Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Hard disk drive
System board
Stuck Key see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 97.
Keyboard error see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 97.
Keyboard Controller Failed see “Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 97.
Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch Unlock external keyboard
Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run Setup Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn BIOS ROM
System board
System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn DIMM
System board
Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn DIMM
System board
System battery is dead - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure
system time, then reboot system.
System CMOS checksum bad - Default RTC battery
configuration used Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System timer error RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System board
Chapter 4 101

Error Message List
Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

Real time clock error RTC battery
Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot
system.
System board
Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
used RTC battery
System board
Memory size found by POST differed from Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
CMOS DIMM
System board
Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page 96.
Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS
Setup Utility
See “External Diskette Drive Check” on page 96.
System cache error - Cache disabled System board
CPU ID: System board
DMA Test Failed DIMM
System board
Software NMI Failed DIMM
System board
Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM
System board
Device Address Conflict Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Allocation Error for device Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Failing Bits: nnnn DIMM
BIOS ROM
System board
Fixed Disk n None
Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM
System board
I/O device IRQ conflict Run “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.
RTC battery
System board
Operating system not found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.
Diskette drive
Hard disk drive
System board

Error Message List
No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence

No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
blank. System Check” on page 97.
Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
Reconnect the DIMM.
LED board.
System board.
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
blank. System Check” on page 97.
Reconnect the LCD connector
Hard disk drive
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD Inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is Reconnect the LCD connectors.
blank. But you can see POST on an external LCD inverter ID
CRT.
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST. System board
No beep during POST but system runs correctly. Speaker
System board
Error Beep List
Code Beeps Description

00h Two long beeps, one short beep, then one long beep. Success
F1h One long and one short beeps. BIOS file size mismatch
F2h One long and two short beeps BIOS reading error
D1h Two short beeps. Floppy drive not installed
Chapter 4 103

Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message
LCD-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error Action in Sequence

LCD backlight doesn't work Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then
LCD is too dark reboot system.
LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Reconnect the LCD connectors.
LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work).
LCD inverter ID
LCD cable
LCD inverter
LCD
System board
Unreadable LCD screen Reconnect the LCD connector
Missing pels in characters LCD inverter ID
Abnormal screen LCD cable
Wrong color displayed LCD inverter
LCD
System board
LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines LCD inverter ID
displayed. LCD inverter
LCD cable
LCD
System board
Indicator-Related Symptoms

Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system Reconnect the inverter board
runs correctly Inverter board
System board
Power-Related Symptoms

Power shuts down during operation Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
System Check” on page 97.
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesn’t power-on. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
Battery pack
Power adapter
Hard drive & battery connection board
System board
The system doesn’t power-off. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See “Power
Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
System board
Battery can’t be charged See “Check the Battery Pack” on page 99.
Battery pack
System board

PCMCIA-Related Symptoms

System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly
System board
PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly
Memory-Related Symptoms

Memory count (size) appears different from Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings, then
actual size. reboot system.
DIMM
System board
Speaker-Related Symptoms

In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound Audio driver
comes from the computer. Speaker
System board
Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound. Speaker
System board
Power Management-Related Symptoms

The system will not enter hibernation Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard)
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and See “Hibernation Mode” on page 28.
four short beeps every minute.
Press Fn+oand see if the computer enters hibernation mode.
Touchpad
Keyboard
Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn’t enter standby mode after See “Hibernation Mode” on page 28.
closing the LCD LCD cover switch
System board
The system doesn't resume from hibernation See “Hibernation Mode” on page 28.
mode. Hard disk connection board
Hard disk drive
System board
The system doesn't resume from standby mode See “Hibernation Mode” on page 28.
after opening the LCD. LCD cover switch
System board
Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn’t go higher Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours.
than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge
battery).
Battery pack
System board
Chapter 4 105

Power Management-Related Symptoms

System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives.
Hard disk connection board
System board
Peripheral-Related Symptoms

System configuration does not match the Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings”, then
installed devices. reboot system.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.
External display does not work correctly. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching
See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 55.
System board
USB does not work correctly See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 55
System board
Print problems. Ensure the “Parallel Port” in the “Onboard Devices Configuration” of
BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board
Serial or parallel port device problems. Ensure the “Serial Port” in the Devices Configuration” of BIOS Setup
Utility is set to Enabled.
Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms

Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work. Reconnect the keyboard cable.
Keyboard
System board
Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board
Modem-Related Symptoms

Internal modem does not work correctly. See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 55.
Modem phone port
modem combo board
System board
NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined
Problems” on page 108.

Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a
hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement
should be considered only when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following:
1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.
3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.
Chapter 4 107

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 97):
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:
T Non-Acer devices
T Printer, mouse, and other external devices
T Battery pack
T Hard disk drive
T DIMM
T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
T PC Cards
4. Power-on the computer.
5. Determine if the problem has changed.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU:
T System board
T LCD assembly

Index of Phlash16 Error Message
Error Codes Error Message

-1 or // FF Memory allocation for Backup file buffer failed.
-2 or // FE BIOS.BAK already exists (rename or delete it)
-3 or // FD File Create failed on BIOS.BAK
-4 or // FC File Write failed on BIOS.BAK
-5 or // FB File Close failed on BIOS.BAK
-6 or // FA BIOS backup not supported in BIOS ROM file.
-7 or // F9 File Open failed on BIOS ROM file.
-8 or // F8 File Read failed on BIOS ROM file.
-9 or // F7 File Close failed on BIOS ROM file.
-10or // F6 Failed to locate signature bytes in BIOS ROM file.
-11 or // F5 Unsupported BIOS ROM file version.
-12 or // F4 V0.10 must fit ROM size and address within 1MB.
-13 or // F3 V2.00 must have block descriptor table and image buffer.
-14 or // F2 Device table has too many entries.
-15 or // F1 Device table has unsupported flash type.
-16 or // F0 Combined SAVE or RESTORE attributes in BIOS file.
-17 or // EF SAVE block without matching RESTORE block in BIOS file.
-18 or // EE V0.10 must have JMP table for platform procs.
-19 or // ED V2.00 must have OFFSET table for platform procs.
-20 or // EC BIOS file found errors in command line parameters.
-21 or // EB Part ID not found in table of supported parts.
-22 or // EA Allocation for BIOS ROM image failed.
-23 or // E9 Open failed on BIOS ROM file.
-24 or // E8 Read failed on BIOS ROM file.
-25 or // E7 Copy of REAL to EXTENDED memory buffer failed.
-26 or // E6 File close failed on BIOS.WPH.
-27or // E5 Cannot flash if Memory Managers (e.g. EMM 386) is present.
-28 or // E4 Attempt to read flash memory ID failed.
-29or // E3 BIOS ROM file failed to return flash memory ID.
-30 or // E2 Could not find BCP SYS block in BIOS.WPH file image.
-31 or // E1 File has different BIOS part number.
-32 or // E0 File contains same version of BIOS ROM image.
-33 or // DF Data written to flash does not match BIOS ROM image.
-34 or // DE Write to flash memory failed.
-35 or // DD Erase flash memory block failed.
-36 or // DC VPP is not at expected level.
-37 or // DB Erase sequence failed.
-38 or // DA New DMI string is too large.
-39 or // D9 Specified BIOS ROM file is not for this system.
-40 or // D8 Allocation for DMI OEM string failed.
-41 or // D7 No space for specified DMI OEM string in BIOS ROM.
-42 or // D6 DMI OEM strings require BCP DMI 0.1+.
-43 or // D5 Could not find BCP DMI block in BIOS ROM file image.
Chapter 4 109

Error Codes Error Message
-44 or // D4 Cannot flash if Memory Managers (e.g.HIMEM) is present.
-45 or // D3 BIOS ROM file maybe corrupt (checksum not zero).
-46 or // D2 BIOS ROM file size doesn’t match flash part size.
-47 or // D1 DMI system and chassis strings require BCP DMI 2.1+.
-48 or // D0 BIOS ROM file is older than (or same as) BIOS ROM image.
-49 or // CF Platform signature not found in the interface.
-50 or // CE Device descriptor signature not found in the interface.
-51 or // CD Part table signature not found in the interface.
-52 or // CC Invalid part count found in the interface.
-53 or // CB Invalid text descriptor size found in the interface.
-54 or // CA Invalid part descriptor size found in the interface.
-55 or // C9 Cannot flash when DOSKEY is present.
-56 or // C8 Duplicate device support found in the interface.
-57 or // C7 Program terminated due to command line option.

Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message
Error Code Message Action in Sequence

01XXX CPU or main board error Reload BIOS default setting.
System board
02XXX Memory error DIMM
System board
03XXX Keyboard error Reset Keyboard
Keyboard
System board
04XXX Video error System board
05XXX Parallel Port error System board
06XXX Serial port error System board
07XXX Diskette drive error Diskette drive
System board
08XXX Hard disk error Reload BIOS default setting
Hard disk
System board
09XXX CD-ROM error Reset CD-ROM cable
CD-ROM drive
System board
10XXX Co-processor error System board
11XXX Pointing device error Reset Keyboard
Keyboard
System board
12XXX Cache test error System board
Chapter 4 111


Chapter 5
Jumper and Connector Locations
Top View
PCB No. 02217-SB
CN1 CRT Port CN14 CardBus Connector

CN3 USB Port 0 CN15 Mini-PCI Connector
CN4 USB Port 1 CN16 CD-ROM Connector
CN6 ParallelPort CN17 Touch Pad Cable Connector
CN7 DC-in Port CN18 Internal Keyboard Cable Connector
CN8 Inverter Connector CN19 FDD Connector
CN9 Bluetooth Connector (Dummy) CN20 HDD Connector
CN10 Launch Cable Connector JK1 RJ45 + RJ11
Chapter 5 113
CN11 LCD Coaxial Cable Connector SW1 SW1 Setting (Please see below)
CN12 Fan Connector U18 CPU Socket
CN13 RTC Battery Connector U34 Golden Finger (or Debug Board)
Keyboard Switch Settings
SW2-1 SW2-2
English OFF OFF
Japanese ON OFF
Europe ON ON
Password Bypass Setting and BootBlock Setting
SW2-3 SW2-4
Check Password Enable ON OFF
BootBlock Enable OFF ON

Bottom View
CN21 Modem Card Cable Connector U65 North Bridge (845-GL)

CN22 Audio Board Connector U68 Cardbus Controller (OZ6912T)
CN23 Battery Connector U77 South Bridge (ICH4)
CN24 Modem Connector DM1 DIMM 1 Socket
U55 LVDS DM2 DIMM 2 Socket
U62 LAN Controller (RTL8100BL)
Chapter 5 115


Chapter 6
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 230/
280. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise
Authorization).
Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available
on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on
the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a
DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use
the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer
machines.
NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or
regulations on how to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to
return it.
Chapter 6 117
TravelMate 230 Exploded Diagram
118 TravelMate 230/280

Picture No. Partname Description
Cables
NS LCD COAXIAL CABLE 14.1" XGA CABLE LCD COAXIAL 14.1" XGA
7 LAUNCH BOARD CABLE CABLE LAUNCH BOARD S50
NS INVERTER CABLE CABLE LED & INVERTER
NS POWER CORD 125V 3PIN CORD 125V UL 3P K01081B1183WP
NS TOUCHPAD CABLE CABLE TOUCH PAD FPC PELICAN
NS MODEM CABLE CABLE MODEM 260MM
Chapter 6 119

Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly
5 BATTERY COVER COVER BATTERY PELICAN
NS LCD SUPPORT BRACKET LEFT BRACKET SUPPORT L 141 LCD S50

14"
NS LCD SUPPORT BRACKET RIGHT BRACKET SUPPORT R 141 LCD S50

14"
NS HDD BRACKET ASSEMBLY HDD BRACKET PELICAN
13 CHARGER PLATE ASSEMBLY CHARGER PLATE

PELICAN
14 HEATSINK PLATE ASSEMBLY HEAT PLATE PELICAN
6 HDD COVER COVER HDD PELICAN

12 MODEM COVER W/SCREW ASSEMBLY MODEM COVER
PELICAN
NS CD-ROM BRACKET BRACKET CD ROM PELICAN
10 UPPER CASE W/ TOUCHPAD ASSEMBLY UPPER CASE PELICAN

MODULE
NS TOUCHPAD COVER FRAME TOUCHPAD PELICAN
11 MIDDLE COVER W/O LAUNCH COVER MIDDLE PELICAN

BOARD
NS LCD BEZEL 14.1" W/ NAME ASSEMBLY BEZEL 14.1"

PLATE & RUBBER
NS LCD PANEL W/ HINGE BRACKET, ASSEMBLY PANEL 14.1"

LATCH & LOGO
Chapter 6 121

1 LOWER CASE W/ DIMM COVER & ASSEMBLY LOWER CASE PELICAN
SPEAKER PACK
NS DIMM COVER W/ SCREW ASSEMBLY DIMM COVER PELICAN
NS PCMCIA SLOT CONN CARDPUSH 1CA91501-TC-F2
NS I/O BRACKET ASSEMBLY I/O BRACKET PELICAN
NS PCMCIA PLATE ASSEMBLY PCMCIA PLATE PELICAN
Boards
NS AUDIO BOARD PELICAN AUDIO BD (SMT) VER-0SA
NS INVERTER BOARD 14"/15"AMBIT INVERTER 14"/15" T62I223.00

8 MODEM BOARD AMBIT MODEM MDC AMB/T60M283.00
T60M283.00 3A/3B
NS LAUNCH BOARD PELICAN LAUNCH KEY BD
NS WIRELESS BOARD AMBIT LAN WLESS PCI AMBIT T60H656.00

T60H656.00
NS TOUCHPAD BOARD TOUCHPAD MULTI-SWITCH

SYNAPTIC
Battery
NS BATTERY MODULE 8CELL BATTERY MODULE 8CELL
SAMSUNG
16 BATTERY 8CELL LI-ION ASY BTY PACK LI+8C 2AH/SAM SMP

SAMSUNG BTP-43D1
Chapter 6 123

NS COIN BATTERY 3V 210MAH BTY COIN 3V CR2032WKA2 210MAH

Adapter
NS ADAPTER 70W 3PIN DELTA ADP- ADT 70W ADP-65DBBE 3P
65DBBE
Keyboard
NS KEYBOARD NSK-84X21 US KB US NSK-84X21
Speaker
NS SPEAKER PACK LEFT/RIGHT SPEAKER PELICAN
Heatsink
3 CPU HEATSINK SINK HEAT CPU PELICAN
Fan
17 CPU FAN SINK W/ FAN ASSEMBLY FAN PELICAN
FDD/Floppy Disk Drive

15 FDD MODULE 1.44M MITSUMI ASSY UNIT FDD MITSUMI PELICAN
Chapter 6 125

CD-ROM DRIVE
18 CD-ROM 24X MITSUMI SR244W1 CD-ROM 24X MITSU/SR244W1 F4M
NS DVD-ROM 8X MKE/SR-8177-BAA6 DVD-ROM 8X MKE/SR-8177-BAA6

F4M
Main board
9 MAINBOARD PELICAN W/ COIN PELICAN MB (DIP) W/O CPU VER-SB
BATTERY, I/O BRACKET, MODEM
CABLE, PCMCIA PLATE &
PCMCIA SLOT
Miscellaneous
NS TOUCHPAD BUTTON SCROLL BUTTON TOUCHPAD SCROLL
NS TOUCHPAD BUTTON PAD BUTTON TOUCHPAD PELICAN
NS SCREW RUBBER UPPER RUBBER UP 14.1" BEZEL F3M

NS SCREW RUBBER LOWER RUBBER SCREW DOWN F3M
NS NAME PLATE FOR BEZEL MYLAR NAME PLATE PELICAN
NS LOGO LABEL FOR PANEL LABEL LOGO ON PANEL PELICAN
NS NAME PLATE FOR MIDDLE MYLAR PLATE NAME COVER

COVER TM230 MIDDLE
NS LAUNCH KEY KEY LAUNCH PELICAN

Screws
NS SCREW SCR. HEX NUT W/WASHER&NYLOK
#4
NS SCREW SCREW M2L12 PH MSN+BZ
21 SCREW SCREW CPU MECH WAFER M2*L4
NI
23 SCREW SCREW M2.0*12 STEEL B
24 SCREW SCREW M2L4 BH MSN+BZ
25 SCREW SCREW M2L5 BH MSN+N
NS SCREW SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC-
420325
26 SCREW SCREW
27 SCREW SCREW M2.5X6
NS SCREW SCREW M3x4(86.9A524.4R0)
NS SCREW SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3
NS SCREW SCREW M2.5*4L NI
Chapter 6 127

TravelMate 280 Exploded Diagram

Cables
NS LCD COAXIAL CABLE 15” XGA CABLE LCD COAXIAL 15” XGA
7 LAUNCH BOARD CABLE CABLE LAUNCH BOARD S50
NS INVERTER CABLE CABLE LED & INVERTER
NS POWER CORD 125V 3PIN CORD 125V UL 3P K01081B1183WP
NS TOUCHPAD CABLE CABLE TOUCH PAD FPC PELICAN
NS MODEM CABLE CABLE MODEM 260MM
Chapter 6 129

Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly
5 BATTERY COVER COVER BATTERY PELICAN
NS HDD BRACKET ASSEMBLY HDD BRACKET PELICAN
13 CHARGER PLATE ASSEMBLY CHARGER PLATE

PELICAN
14 HEATSINK PLATE ASSEMBLY HEAT PLATE PELICAN
6 HDD COVER COVER HDD PELICAN
12 MODEM COVER W/SCREW ASSEMBLY MODEM COVER

PELICAN
NS CD-ROM BRACKET BRACKET CD ROM PELICAN

10 UPPER CASE W/TOUCHPAD ASSEMBLY UPPER CASE PELICAN
MODULE
NS TOUCHPAD COVER FRAME TOUCHPAD PELICAN
11 MIDDLE COVER W/O LAUNCH COVER MIDDLE PELICAN

BOARD
NS LCD BEZEL 15" W/ NAME PLATE ASSEMBLY BEZEL 15"

& RUBBER
NS LCD PANEL W/ HINGE BRACKET ASSEMBLY PANEL 15"

LATCH & LOGO
1 LOWER CASE W/ DIMM COVER & ASSEMBLY LOWER CASE PELICAN

SPEAKER PACK
NS DIMM COVER W/ SCREW ASSEMBLY DIMM COVER PELICAN
Chapter 6 131

NS PCMCIA SLOT CONN CARDPUSH 1CA91501-TC-F2
NS I/O BRACKET ASSEMBLY I/O BRACKET PELICAN
NS PCMCIA PLATE ASSEMBLY PCMCIA PLATE PELICAN
Boards
NS AUDIO BOARD PELICAN AUDIO BD (SMT) VER-0SA
NS INVERTER BOARD 14"/15"AMBIT INVERTER 14"/15" T62I223.00
8 MODEM BOARD AMBIT MODEM MDC AMB/T60M283.00

T60M283.00 3A/3B
NS LAUNCH BOARD PELICAN LAUNCH KEY BD

NS TOUCHPAD BOARD TOUCHPAD MULTI-SWITCH
SYNAPTIC
Battery
NS BATTERY MODULE 8CELL BATTERY MODULE 8CELL
SAMSUNG
16 BATTERY 8CELL LI-ION ASY BTY PACK LI+8C 2AH/SAM SMP

SAMSUNG BTP-43D1
NS BATTERY MODULE 8CELL LI-ION BATTERY MODULE 8CELL

SANYO
16 BATTERY MODULE 8CELL LI-ION BTY PACK LI+8CELL 2AKH SANYO

SANYO 4UR1865OF-2
NS COIN BATTERY 3V 210MAH BTY COIN 3V CR2032WKA2 210MAH
Chapter 6 133

Adapter
NS ADAPTER 70W 3PIN DELTA ADP- ADT 70W ADP-65DBBE 3P
65DBBE
Keyboard
NS KEYBOARD NSK-84X21 US KB US NSK-84X21
Speaker
NS SPEAKER PACK LEFT/RIGHT SPEAKER PELICAN
Heatsink
3 CPU HEATSINK SINK HEAT CPU PELICAN
Fan
17 CPU FAN SINK W/ FAN ASSEMBLY FAN PELICAN
FDD/Floppy Disk Drive

15 FDD MODULE 1.44M MITSUMI ASSY UNIT FDD MITSUMI PELICAN
Combo Drive

NS COMBO DRIVE 8/24/10/24X KME COMBO 8,24/10/24 UJA74OAC6 F4
UJA74OAC6 F4
Chapter 6 135

Main board
9 MAINBOARD PELICAN W/ COIN PELICAN MB (DIP) W/O CPU VER-SB
BATTERY, I/O BRACKET, MODEM
CABLE, PCMCIA PLATE &
PCMCIA SLOT
Miscellaneous
NS TOUCHPAD BUTTON SCROLL BUTTON TOUCHPAD SCROLL
NS TOUCHPAD BUTTON PAD BUTTON TOUCHPAD PELICAN
NS SCREW RUBBER UPPER RUBBER UP 14.1" BEZEL F3M
NS SCREW RUBBER LOWER RUBBER SCREW DOWN F3M
NS NAME PLATE FOR BEZEL MYLAR NAME PLATE PELICAN
NS LOGO LABEL FOR PANEL LABEL LOGO ON PANEL PELICAN

4 NAME PLATE FOR MIDDLE MYLAR PLATE NAME TM280 MIDDLE
COVER TM280
Screws
21 SCREW SCREW CPU MECH WAFER M2*L4
NI
23 SCREW SCREW M2.0*12 STEEL B
24 SCREW SCREW M2L4 BH MSN+BZ
25 SCREW SCREW M2L5 BH MSN+N
NS SCREW SCREW M2*3 NYLON 1JMCPC-
420325
26 SCREW SCREW
27 SCREW SCREW M2.5X6
NS SCREW SCREW M3x4(86.9A524.4R0)
NS SCREW SCREW WAFER NYLOK NI 2ML3
NS SCREW SCREW M2.5*4L NI
Chapter 6 137


Appendix A
Model Definition and Configuration
Model Number Definition
Model
LCD CPU Memory HDD CD/DVD Battery
Number
230X 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.7G 128/256MB 20GB 24X CD-ROM Li-ion
230FX 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.7G 128MB 20GB 24X CD-ROM Li-ion
230XV 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.7G 128/256MB 20GB/ 8X DVD-ROM Li-ion
30GB
230FXV 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.7G 128MB 20GB 8X DVD-ROM Li-ion
230XC 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.7G 256MB 30GB Combo Li-ion
230LC 15” TFT Celeron 1.7G 256MB 30GB Combo Li-ion
231X 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.8G 128MB 20GB 24X CD-ROM Li-ion
231XV 14.1” TFT Celeron 1.8G 128MB 20GB 8X DVD-ROM Li-ion
281X 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 1.8G 256MB 20GB/ 24X CD-ROM Li-ion
30GB
280FX 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 1.8G 256MB 20GB 24X CD-ROM Li-ion
281XC 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 1.8G 256MB 20GB/ Combo Li-ion
30GB
281XV 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 1.8G 256MB 20GB/ 8X DVD-ROM Li-ion
30GB
280FXV 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 1.8G 256MB 20GB 8X DVD-ROM Li-ion
283X 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 2.0G 256MB 20GB 24X CD-ROM Li-ion
283XC 14.1” TFT Pentium 4M 2.0G 256MB 20GB Combo Li-ion
281LC 15” TFT Pentium 4M 1.8G 256MB 30GB Combo Li-ion
Appendix A 139

Appendix B
Test Compatible Components

This computer’s compatibility is a test plan released by Acer Internal Testing Department. Once the final report
is available, this chapter will be revised accordingly.
Appendix B 141
Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test
Item Specifications
Processor Intel Pentium IV Northwood 1.7 GHz,
Intel Pentium IV Northwood 1.8 GHz,
Intel Celeron Northwood 1.6 GHz,

Memory 128MB Infineon HYS64D16000GDL-7-B
DDR SDRAM PC1600/2100 128MB Nan-Ya NT128D64SH4B0GM-75B
128MB Micron MT4VDDT1664HG-265B2
256MB Mitsubishi MH2D64AKS-75-JE

256MB Infineon HYS64D32020GDL-7-B
256MB Nan-Ya NT256D64SH8B0GM-75B
256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264HDG-265B3
512MB Mitsubishi MH64D64AKQH-75

512MB Infineon HYS64D64020GDBL-7-B
LCD 14.1” XGA TFT
IDT ITXG77C
AU B141XN04 V2/4 XXX
LG LP141X-AH
15” XGA TFT
Hitachi TX38D85VC1CAB
AU B150XG01 V.0
CMO N150X3-L01
15” SXGA TFT
Hitachi TX38D95VC1CAM
Hard Disk Drive 20GB Hitachi DK23EA-20F
20GB Toshiba MK2018GAP
30GB Hitachi DK23EA-30F

30GB Fujitsu HN-16L/30
40GB Hitachi DK2EA-40


Floppy Disk Drive Mitsumi D353G
MCI JU-226A033
DVD-ROM Drive 8X MKE SR-8177-BAA6

Item Specifications
CD-ROM Drive Mitsumi SR-244W1
DVD/CD-RW Combo KME UJDA740
AC Adapter (3 pin) Delta 70W
Liteon 70W
Power Cord King Cord
Battery Li-Ion, 8 cells Samsung, Li-Ion 8cells
Sanyo, Li-Ion 8cells
Network Adapters
LAN Ethernet/10baseT/100baseT 3Com Etherlink III 3C589D
IBM EtherJet CardBus Adapter 10/100
Intel Ether Express Pro/100 Mobile Adapter MBLA3200
Xircom CardBus Ethernet 10/100 32 Bit CBE-10/100BTX
Multifunction Card (Combo) 10/100 EtherJet CardBus Real Port w/ 56K modem 34L1301
3Com Megahertz 10/100 LAN + 56K Modem PC Card
Xircom Realport CardBus Ethenet 10/100 + Modem 56
LAN Token Ring IBM Token Ring 16/4 Adapter II
IBM Turbo 16/4 Token Ring
Olicom Token Ring GoCard
Wireless LAN Card IBM Wireless LAN Cardbus Adapter
Intel Pro-Wireless LAN PC Card
Proxim Skyline 802.11a Cardbus PC Card
Modem Adapters
Modem (up to 56K) 3Com Megahertz 56K Modem PC Card
Xircom Credit Card Modem 56
IBM 56K Double Jack Modem
ISDN US Robotics Megahertz 128K ISDN Card 405R17T7117M
IBM OBI International ISDN PC Card
IBM ISDN Card D5K3320
I/O Peripheral
I/O - Display Acer 211c 21”
Viewsonic PF790 19”
Acer FP751 17” TFT LCD
IBM Color TFT LCD 14”
Compaq Color Monitor
NET Color Monitor 20”
Mozo 17” TFT LCD (DVI)
I/O - Projector NEC MultiSync MT-1040
I/O - Parallel (Printer/Scanner) Canon BJC-600J
Epson Stylus Color 740 Parallel Interface
HP DeskJet 890CDEskjet 880C Parallel Interface
HP LaserJet 6MP
HP LaserJet 2200
AcerScan Prisa 620P
Appendix B 143

Item Specifications
I/O - USB Keyboard/Mouse Chicony USB Keyboard
IBM USB Numeric Keypad
Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pr
Acer Aspire USB mouse
Logicool US Mouse
Logitech Cordless Mouseman Wheel USB Interface
Logitech USB Wheel Mouse
Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical USB Interface
I/O - USB (Printer/Scanner) Epson Stylus Color 740 USB interface
HP DeskJet 880C USB interface
Canon CanonScan D1250 (USB 2.0, JP OS only)
HP ScanJet 3300C Color Scanner
I/O - USB (Speaker/Joystick)) JS USB Digital Speaker
Panasonic USB Speaker EAB-MPC57USB
AIWA Multimedia Digital Speaker
Microsoft SideWinder Precision Pro Joystick
Logitech WingMan RumblePad
I/O - USB Camera Intel Easy PC Camera
Logitech QuickCam Express Internet
Nikon Supernign-Performance 3X Zoom
I/O - USB Storage Drive Logitech CDRW +DVDROM combo USB interface
Iomega USB Zip 250MB
Argosy Ultra Slim CDRW (USB 2.0)
Plextor Burn-Proof CDRW (USB 2.0)
Fujitsu MO-1300 1.3G (USB 2.0)
Fujitsu 20GB HDD (USB 2.0)
Sony DVD-ROM (USB 2.0)
IO-Data DVDROM (USB 2.0)
IBM 32MB USB Memory Key
Trek 32MB USB Memory
I/O - USB Hub Belkin 4 Port USB Hub
Eizo I Station USB Hub
Elecom USB Hub 4 Port
Sanwa USB Hub 4 Port
4 Port Hub USB 2.0
I/O - 1394 Storage Drive Logitec Firmware CDRW + DVDROM Combo
Yamaha Firewire 8824 CDRW
Buffalo Firewire HD I.LINK 20GB
I-O Data Firewire HD I.LINK 30GB
Lacie Firewire HD I.LINK 30GB
VST Firewire HD
I/O - 1394 Scanner UMAX Firewire PowerLook 110
I/O - 1394 Camera Sony DV DCR-TRV10
I/O - Access Point (802.11b) Hitachi DC-CN3300
Lucent RG-1000
Lucent WavePoint-II
Cisco Aironet 350
Orinoco AP-500
I/O Acess Point (802.11a/b) Intel Dual Pro/Wireless 5000
I/O Acess Point (802.11a) Intel Pro/Wireless 5000
PCMCIA

Item Specifications
PCMCIA - ATA IBM Microdrive 340MB
IBM Microdrive 1G
Iomega Click! 40MB
PCMCIA - USB 2.0 Apricorn EZ-USB2.0 Cardbus PC Card
PCMCIA - 1394 Buffalo 1394 Interface Cardbus IFC-ILCB/DV
I-O Data 1394 Interface Cardbus CB1394/DVC
Pixela 1394 Cardbus PC Card PIX-PCMC/FW1
PCMCIA - Bluetooth IBM Community Bluetooth PC Card
Toshiba Bluetooth PC Card
Appendix B 145

Microsoft Windows 2000 Environment Test
Item Specifications



LCD 14.1” XGA TFT
IDT ITXG77C
LG LP141X-AH
15” XGA TFT
AU B150XG01 V.0
CMO N150X3-L01
15” SXGA TFT



MCI JU-226A033

Item Specifications
Liteon 70W
Network Adapters
Modem Adapters
I/O Peripheral
HP LaserJet 6MP
HP LaserJet 2200
AcerScan Prisa 620P
Appendix B 147

Item Specifications
Logicool US Mouse
4 Port Hub USB 2.0
VST Firewire HD
Lucent RG-1000
Lucent WavePoint-II
Cisco Aironet 350
Orinoco AP-500
PCMCIA

Item Specifications
IBM Microdrive 1G
Iomega Click! 40MB
Appendix B 149

Microsoft Windows 98 Environment Test
Item Specifications



LCD 14.1” XGA TFT
IDT ITXG77C
LG LP141X-AH
15” XGA TFT
AU B150XG01 V.0
CMO N150X3-L01
15” SXGA TFT



MCI JU-226A033

Item Specifications
Liteon 70W
Network Adapters
Modem Adapters
I/O Peripheral
HP LaserJet 6MP
HP LaserJet 2200
AcerScan Prisa 620P
Appendix B 151

Item Specifications
Logicool US Mouse
4 Port Hub USB 2.0
VST Firewire HD
Lucent RG-1000
Lucent WavePoint-II
Cisco Aironet 350
Orinoco AP-500
PCMCIA

Item Specifications
IBM Microdrive 1G
Iomega Click! 40MB
Appendix B 153


Appendix C
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:
T Service guides
T User's manuals
T Training materials
T Main manuals
T Bios updates
T Software utilities
T Spare parts lists
T Chips
T 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:
T Detailed information on Acer's International Traveller’s Warranty (ITW)
T Returned material authorization procedures
T 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 155
156 Appendix C

Index
A core voltage 18
I/O voltage 18
AC Adapter 27 package 18
type 18
PHLASH Utility 53
Audio 18 D
B DC-AC LCD Inverter 26
DC-DC/Charger 25
Battery 25
DIMM 19
battery pack
Combinations 19
charging indicator 12
package 19
BIOS 18 Speed 19
package 18 voltage 19
ROM size 18 Disassembly
ROM type 18
Machine 59
vendor 18
Version 18 Disassembly Flowchart 61
BIOS Setup Utility 33 Display 2
BIOS Supports protocol 18 display
BIOS Utility 33–58 hotkeys 15
Load Default Settings 51 Display Standby Mode 28
Navigating 35 DMA Channel Assignment 31
System Information 36 DVD-ROM Interface 21
System Security 45
Board Layout 5 E
Bottom View 6
Top View 5 Environmental Requirements 28
brightness Error Symptom-to-Spare Part Index 100
hotkeys 15 External CD-ROM Drive Check 96

External Diskette Drive Check 96
C
F
Cache
controller 18 Features 1
size 18 Flash Utility 53
caps lock Floppy Disk Drive Interface 20
on indicator 12 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 117
CardBus 25
H
CD-ROM Interface 21
Chipsets 18 Hard disk 18, 20
computer Hard Disk Drive Module
on indicator 12 Disassembly 65
contrast Hard Disk Standby Mode 28
hotkeys 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18
Controllers 18 HDD 18, 20
Core logic 18 Hibernation Mode 28
CPU Hibernation mode
Index 157
hotkey 15 Parallel Port 24
Hot Keys 15 parallel port
setting in BIOS Utility 44
I Password Setting
I/O Address Map 29 Hard Disk Password 47
Indicators 12 Power-On Password 47
Setup Password 47
Intermittent Problems 107
PC Card 12, 25
IRQ Assignment Map 31
PCMCIA 25
J Power Management 28
Power management 2
Jumper and Connector Locations
Power System Check 97
Bottom View 115
SW2 Settings 114 Battery Pack 99
Top View 113, 115 Power Adapter 98
PQA 55
K Processor 18
Keyboard 18, 25 R
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 97
Removing the Battery Pack 64
L RMA 117
L2 cache 18 RTC 18
LCD 26 S
M Second Level Cache 18
Machine Disassembly 59 speakers
Mechanical Specification 28 hotkey 15
media access Standby Mode 28
on indicator 12 Super I/O 18
Memory System
Address Map 29 Block Diagram 4
Layout 5
Memory Address Map 29
System Check Procedures 96
Memory Check 97
System Diagnostic Diskette 55
Model Number Definitions 139
System Memory 19
Modem 20
System Utilities 33
N System Utility Diskette 54
Notebook Manager T
hotkey 15
Temperature 28
num lock
Test Compatible Components 141
on indicator 12
Touchpad 18
O touchpad
hotkey 15
Online Support Information 155
Touchpad Check 99
P Troubleshooting 95
Panel 6 U
Bottom 11
right 9 Undetermined Problems 108
USB 25
158 Index

utility
BIOS 33–58
V
Video 24
Resolutions 24
Video controller 18
W
Windows 2000 Environment Test 146
Windows 98 Environment Test 150
Windows XP Environment Test 142
Index 159

160 Index

Travelmate 230

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Travelmate 230

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Title

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Travelmate 230

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

TravelMate 230/ 280

PART NO.: 49.46W01.001

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Date Chapter Updates

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Screen messages Denotes actual messages that appear

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

2 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

266MHz Brookdale-GL DVO Chrontel LVDS

ICH4 AGERE 1394

4 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

PCB No. 02217-SB

1 CPU Socket 12 Mini-PCI Connector

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

1 Modem Cable Connector 7 Modem Connector

6 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

# Icon Item/ Port Description

5 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD

6 Microphone-in jack Accepts a mono/stereo condenser microphone.

7 Floppy drive Internal diskette drive, accepts 3.5-inch floppy

8 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

# Icon Item/ Port Description

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

# Icon Port Description

2 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel

3 USB port (two) Connects to any Universal Serial Bus

4 Modem jack Connects to the phone line

5 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based

6 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external

10 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

# Icon Function Description

2 Sleep Lights when the computer enters Standby

4 Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged.

5 Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated.

6 Num Lock Lights when Numeric Lock is activated.

12 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Lock key Description

Embedded numeric keypad

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

14 TravelMate 230/ 280

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Hot Key Icon Function Description

Fn-m Setup Accesses the notebook configuration utility.

Fn-o Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.