Acer 4100 User Manual

TravelMate 4600TravelMate 4100Aspire 1690Service Guide

Chapter 1 3Mainboard Placement Top View

92 Chapter 47. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive.8. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard d

Chapter 4 93Disk to Disk Recovery1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD.2. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system.3. The s

94 Chapter 45. Select Disk to Disk Recovery. Then choose Single Language or Multi-Languages Recovery.NOTE: For Multi-Languages Recovery, not more than

Chapter 4 95After you place the Recovery CD to the optical drive, you will see the display below.7. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive.

96 Chapter 48. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard disc drive.

Chapter 5 97Top ViewJumper and Connector LocationsChapter 5

98 Chapter 5Rear View

Chapter 5 99ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONCN2 LCD Connector CN14 DC JACK CN3 LED board connector CN15 CRT connector SW2 Lid switch CN16 Docking co

100 Chapter 5RTC Jumper

Chapter 6 101This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 4600, TravelMate 4100 and Aspire 1

4 Chapter 1Rear View

102 Chapter 6Exploded Diagram

Chapter 6 103Illustration Part Name Description Acer P/NAdapterADAPTER 65W 3 PIN DELTA SADP-65KB BFDTBD AP.06501.005ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN LITE-ON PA-1650-

104 Chapter 6TOUCH PAD BOARD ZL1A TOUCH PAD BOARD ASSY S.P.55.T50V7.002CableFFC CABLE - TP/B TO MBZL1A TOUCH PAD BOARD M/B (FFC) ASSY S.P.50.T50V7.001

Chapter 6 105LOWER CASE FOR SWAP W/SPEAKER ZL2 BASE ASSY W/ MEDIA BAY S/P60.T63V7.001UPPER CASE W/TOUCHPAD, BRACKET, MIC,BLUETOOTH CABLEZL2 TOP COVER

106 Chapter 6DVD/CDRW COMBO MODULE 24X QSI SBW-242C SWAPZL1 COMBO (QSI SBW-242C) W/MB ASSY S.P.6M.T50V7.001DVD/CDRW COMBO DRIVE 24X QSI SBW-242C ZI6 C

Chapter 6 107HDD/Hard Disk DriveToshiba PLUTO 40G 4200rpm MK4025GAS ,KA100A F/W:KA100AToshiba PLUTO 40G 4200rpm MK4025GAS ,KA100A F/W:KA100AKH.04004

108 Chapter 6TM4500/TM4000/TM2300 KEYBOARD DARFON UKZL1A K/B EUGO-U/I U.K.ASSY S.P.KB.T5007.007TM4500/TM4000/TM2300 KEYBOARD DARFON GermanZL1A K/B EUG

Chapter 6 109Illustraion Item Description Acer P/NLCD LCD MODULE 15 IN. SXGA CMO N150P2-L04 - LIGHT GREEN SILIVERZL1 15" LCD SXGA+ (TM-CMO) ASSY

110 Chapter 6LCD MODULE 15 IN. SXGA SAMSUNG LTN150P4-L03 - LIGHT GREEN SILVERZL1 15" LCD SXGA+(TM-SAM) ASSY S.P. NEW CO;OR6M.T50V7.028LCD 15 IN.

Chapter 6 111LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA LG LP154W01-A5 1-LIGHT GREEN SILVERZL2 15.4" LCD WXGA (TM LG) ASSY S.P. NEW COLOR6M.T63V7.012LCD 15.4 IN. W

Chapter 1 5ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONCN2 LCD Connector CN14 DC JACK CN3 LED board connector CN15 CRT connector SW2 Lid switch CN16 Docking con

112 Chapter 6LCD MODULE 15.4 IN. WXGA SAMSUNG LTN154X3-L01-LIGHT GREEN SILVERZL1A 15.4" LCD WXGA (TM QDI) ASSY S.P. NEW COLOR6M.T63V7.014LCD 15.4

Chapter 6 113MEMORYMEMORY DDR333 256MB INFINEON HYS64D32020HDL-6-C (.11u)MEMORY DDR333 256MB INFINEON HYS64D32020HDL-6-C (.11u)KN.25602.012256M Micron

114 Chapter 6LCD SCREW RUBBER PAD ZL1A RUBBER PAD-UP S.P.47.T50V7.003LCD BEZEL RUBBER PAD ZL1A RUBBER PAD-2 S.P. 47.T50V7.004WEIGHT SAVER ZL1 WEIGHT S

Appendix A A 115TravelMate 4100 series Aspire 1690 seriesModel NumberCPU LCD Memory HDD Optical Mini PCI BatteryVGA Card TM4101L PM730 15.0" XGA

Appendix B 116This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested unde

117 Appendix BMicrosoft Windows XP (Home) Environment TestComponent Manufacturer SpecificationsCPUMobile, Intel Pentium M, 533MHz FSB, Regular, uFCPGA

Appendix B 118Memory ( 256MB)1.25" module, DDR-333 Nanya ( .11u)1.25" module, DDR-333 Infineon HYS64D32020HDL-6-C 32x64 (.11u/G)1.25" m

119 Appendix BBattery Li-Ion Simplo Simplo Li-Ion 8 Cell 916-3020 4S2P,4.4A / AHA842221I0Battery Li-Ion Sanyo Sanyo Li-Ion 4 Cell 4UR18650F-QC141 ZL1,

Appendix C 120This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you are a distributor, dealer

6 Chapter 1Block Diagram1122334455667788A AB BC CD DINTEL Mobile_479 CPU333MHZ DDRATA 66/100AC97CLOCK GENAUDIO CODECCentrinoDDR-SODIMM1DDR-SODIMM2IDE

Chapter 1 7Outlook ViewA general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC.TM 4600/ TM 4100 Open V

8 Chapter 1AS 1690 Open View# Item Description1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. 2 Microphone Inte

Chapter 1 9Front PanelTM 4600,TM 4100 and AS 1690:# Item Description1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.2 Infrared port Int

10 Chapter 1Left ViewTM 4600 / TM 4100: NOTE: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on

Chapter 1 11Right ViewTM 4600/ TM 4100/ AS 1690 :# Item Description1 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.2 PC Card slot eject buttonEjects th

12 Chapter 1Rear ViewTM 4600 / TM 4100 :AS 1690 :# Item Description1 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 External display port Connects to a displa

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 4600, TravelMate 4100 and Aspire 1690 service guide.Date Chapter

Chapter 1 13Bottom ViewTM 4600 / TM 4100 :# Item Description1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 2 AcerMedia bay

14 Chapter 1AS 1690 :# Item Description1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 2 Battery release latch Unlatches th

Chapter 1 15Using the Keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function

16 Chapter 1Embedded Numeric KeypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on

Chapter 1 17IndicatorsYour computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to fourindicators positioned at the

18 Chapter 1In addition, there are two indicators at the front panel. Even when the cover is closed, the state or features can still be seen.Icon Item

Chapter 1 19Windows KeysThe keyboard features two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.TM 4600 / TM 4100AS 1690yyp pKey DescriptionTabEFMShift

20 Chapter 1Launch KeysLocated above the keyboard are three buttons. The left-most button is the power button. To the right of the power button are th

Chapter 1 21Key DescriptionWindows logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start

22 Chapter 1AS 1690Your computer provides the following hot keys:Hot Key Function DescriptionFn-F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.Fn-F2 Acer

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Chapter 1 23Hot KeysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output

24 Chapter 1Using a computer security lockA security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible comp

Chapter 1 25Using System UtilitiesAcer eManagerInnovative Acer eManagement software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. At the p

26 Chapter 1Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by click

Chapter 1 27AudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers. TM 4600 / TM 4100AS 1690Adjusting the

28 Chapter 1Special KeysYou can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-centerand/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type:TM 4600/ TM

Chapter 1 29TouchpadThe build-in touchpad is a PS/2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The cursor responds to your finger

30 Chapter 1 NOTE: Keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to your finger m

Chapter 1 31Eject ing the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.T

32 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSystem Board Major ChipsProcessorItem SpecificationCPU typeIntel® Pentium® M Processor at 1.5 ~2

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:SCREEN MESSAGESDenotes actual messages that appear on screen.NOTE Gives bits and pieces

Chapter 1 33 ..VGASystem MemoryItem SpecificationMemory controller 915PM/915GMMemory size 256MB/512MBDIMM socket number 2Supports memory size per slot

34 Chapter 1 Audio Port USB PortItem SpecificationUSB compliancy level 2.0OHCI USB 2.0Number of USB port 3Location Right Side *2Front Side *1Item Spec

Chapter 1 35 12 function keys ! four cursor keys! two Windows keys! Hotkey controls! embedded numberic keypad! international language support (for T

36 Chapter 1 LCD :15.4" WXGA LCDItem Specification Vendor & model name CMON154I1-L09LPLLP154W01-A5HitachiTX39D85VC1FAASamsungLTN154X3-L01QDIQ

Chapter 1 37Supply voltage for LCD backlight (Vrms)785 785 730 735 735AC AdapterItem SpecificationVendor & model name Delta 3-pin, 19V 3.95A, 64WH

38 Chapter 1Regulatory Requirements 1. FCC class B requirements (USA) 2. VDE class B requirements (German) 3. VCCI classII requirements (Japan)Power M

Chapter 1 39TOSHIBAModel Name MK4025GAS ,KA100A, 40GBPluto MK6025GAS 60GBPluto MK8025GAS, 8MB, 80GBData Storage PhysicalPer drive, formatted 40.007GB

40 Chapter 1Operating41 - 131 F (5 to 55 C) 41 - 131 F (5 to 55 C) 41 - 131 F (5 to 55 C)Non-Operating-4 - 140 F (-20 to 60 C)-4 - 140 F (-20 to 60

Chapter 1 41HGST Model NameMoraga+ HTS424040M9AT00 13G1132, 40GB, 4200rpmMoraga IC25N060ATMR04-0 08K0634, 60GB, 4200rpmMoraga IC25N080ATMR04-0 08K6358

42 Chapter 1Dissipation Startup current (peak, max.)4.7 W4.7 W4.7 W5.0W 5.0WSeek (avg.) 2.3 W 2.3 W 2.3 W NA NARead (avg.) 2.1 W 2.1 W 2.1 W 2.0W 2.0W

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.1. This Service Guide provides you wi

Chapter 1 43Relative humidity (non-condensing)5% - 95% 5% - 95% 5% - 95% NA NAMaximum wet bulb (non-condensing)40 C 40 C 40 CNA NAShock (half sine wav

44 Chapter 1SeagateSpecificationModel Name N2-50 ST960821A60GB, 4200rpmN2-50 ST9808210A80GB, 4200rpmInterface (Mbytes/sec.) Ultra ATA/100 Ultra ATA/10

Chapter 1 45StorageItem Specifications DetailsCapacity 40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disc drive! One 40GB and above E-IDE hard disc ! One 60GB and above E-

46 Chapter 1DVD ROMItem SpecificationModel Name QSI, SDR-083Diameter 12cm and 8cm Capacity 4.7 GB(mode 1, 12cm disk)Transfer rate 11.08 MB/s max(read)

Chapter 2 47BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).Y

48 Chapter 2Information Parameter DescriptionCPU TypeCPU SpeedHDD Model Name This item will show the Model name of HDD installed on Primary IDE master

Chapter 2 49MainThis menu provides you the information of the system.Parameter DescriptionSystem Time / System Date The hours are displayed with 24 ho

50 Chapter 2D2D Recovery Allow user to enable/disable the Disk-to-Disk recoveryProcessor Power Management Selects the Processor Power Management desir

Chapter 2 51AdvancedThe Advanced screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system.The tabl

52 Chapter 2Parallel port Configure serial port B using options:[Disabled]: No configuration[Enabled]: User configuration[Auto]: BIOS or OS chooses co

VIITable of ContentsChapter 1 System Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 2 53SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below descri

54 Chapter 2Set Supervisor/User PasswordIf password on boot is required, the password must be set otherwise it cannot be enabled.The formats of the pa

Chapter 2 55User can now type password in field “Enter New Password”, and re-enter password in field “Confirm New Password” for verification. If the v

56 Chapter 2BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette dri

Chapter 2 57ExitThe Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The table below describes the

Chapter 3 58This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.To disassemb

59 Chapter 3General InformationBefore You BeginBefore proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:1. Turn off the p

Chapter 3 60M2.5*6 Remove the IO bezel then you will see.2M2.5*6 Remove the heatsink cover then you will see.1M2.5*6 Remove the HDD cover then you wil

61 Chapter 3Disassembly Procedure FlowchartThe flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence

Chapter 3 62 Screw ListItem DescriptionSCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK 86.A03V7.012SCREW I2.5*3M-BNIH(M2.5L3)86.T25V7.012SCREW M2.5*4L-BZN-NYLOK 86.A03V7.00

VIIITable of ContentsChapter 4 Troubleshooting 75System Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

63 Chapter 3Removing the Battery PackNOTE: This chapter is base on Aspire 1410 and Aspire 1680 to edit. Since they have the similar disassemble and re

Chapter 3 64Removing the HDD Module/the Memory and the Wireless LAN Card/the Thermal Module and the CPU/ODD Module and LCD ModuleRemoving the HDD Modu

65 Chapter 3Removing the Thermal Module and CPU1. Remove the two screws holding the IO bezel.2. Then remove the IO bezel.3. Remove the two screws that

Chapter 3 66Removing the ODD Module1. Remove the three screws holding the middle cover.2. Detach the middle cover carefully. .3. Turn over the keyboar

67 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Module1. Remove the three screws holding the keyboard cover.2. Open the LCD module as the picture shown then detach the k

Chapter 3 68Disassembling the Main UnitSeparate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly1. Remove the two screws holding the switch bo

69 Chapter 3Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly1. Disconnect the touchpad board to touchpad FFC.2. Disconnect the touchpad board to main board FFC.3

Chapter 3 70Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly1. Disconnect the MDC cable from the modem board.2. Detach the MDC cable from the main board.3. Remov

71 Chapter 313. Then remove another two screws holding the speaker set on the other side.14. Then take out the speaker set from the lower case.

Chapter 3 72Disassembling the LCD Module1. Remove the four screw caps as shown.2. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel.3. Then detach the LCD

Chapter 1 1FeaturesThis computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:Performance! Intel® 915PM/915GM PCI Ex

73 Chapter 313. Remove the left bracket as the picture shows.14. Tear off the tape fastening the LCD cable.15. Tear off the the LCD cable fastening th

Chapter 3 74Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the HDD Module1. Remove the two screws holding the HDD bracket on one side.2. Remove anoth

75 Chapter 3

Chapter 4 75Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer

76 Chapter 4System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive CheckDo the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-

Chapter 4 77Memory checkMemory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.1. Boot from the diagnostics

78 Chapter 4Check the Power AdapterUnplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter ca

Chapter 4 79Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following:From Software:1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel2. In P

80 Chapter 4Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely ca

Chapter 4 81Index of Error MessagesError Code ListError Codes Error Messages006 Equipment Configuration ErrorCauses:1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch2.

2 Chapter 1Audio! 16-bit AC’97 stereo audio! Dual speakers and one internal microphone! Separate audio ports for headphone--out, line-in, microphone-

82 Chapter 4Real time clock error RTC batteryRun BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.System boardPrevious boot incomplet

Chapter 4 83Error Message ListNo beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceNo beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.Power source (batter

84 Chapter 4POST CodeCode Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROME0h Initialize the chipsetE1h Initialize the bridgeE2h Initialize the CPUE3h Initialize the

Chapter 4 85Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceLCD backlight doesn't workLCD is too darkL

86 Chapter 4PCMCIA-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceSystem cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assemblySystem boardPCMCIA

Chapter 4 87NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 89.System hangs i

88 Chapter 4Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defec

Chapter 4 89Undetermined ProblemsThe diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whet

90 Chapter 4Use NAPP CD to Build Master Hard Disc DriveCD to Disk Recovery1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD.2. Put NAPP CD into the optica

Chapter 4 915. Select CD to Disk Revocery.6. Put the Recovery CD to the optical drive. This step is to create image files to the system, you do not ha