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Acer Aspire M3800 User Manual

Acer Aspire M3800
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Aspire M3800
Service Guide
Service guide files and updates are
available on the AIPG/CSD web; for
more information please refer to
http://csd.acer.com.tw
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Acer Aspire M3800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tcase74.1 °C
Bus typeFSB
SteppingR0
Processor cache1 MB
Processor cores2
System bus rate- GT/s
Processor familyIntel® Celeron®
Processor seriesIntel Celeron Processor E3000 Series for Desktop
Processor socketLGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor codenameWolfdale
Processor frequency2.5 GHz
Processor cache typeL2
Processor lithography45 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor front side bus800 MHz
Processor operating modes32-bit
ECC supported by processorNo
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W
Number of processors installed1
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)12.5
External drive bays2x 5.25\
Internal drive bays3x 3.5\
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
Internal memory4 GB
Internal memory typeDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)- GB
HDD interfaceSATA
Optical drive typeDVD Super Multi
Card reader integratedYes
Total storage capacity640 GB
Compatible memory cardsCF, Memory Stick (MS), miniSD, MMC, MS PRO, MS PRO Duo, SD, SDHC, xD
Discrete graphics card modelIntel® GMA 4500
Audio systemHigh Definition Audio
Product typePC
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Trial softwareMicrosoft Office 2007 McAfee Internet Security Suite
Bundled softwareAcer eRecovery Management Acer Arcade Deluxe Microsoft Works 8.5 eSobi Adobe Reader CyberLink PowerDirector 4 DE CyberLink MediaShow DEX MyWinLocker NTI Media Maker
Operating system installedWindows 7 Home Premium
Headphone outputs6
USB 2.0 ports quantity8
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports0
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
CertificationFCC, CE, BSMI, CCC, Nemko, CB, Bauart
Power supply250 W
Chassis typeTower
Product colorBlack
Processor codeSLGU4
Processor ARK ID42771
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth417.6 mm
Width180 mm
Height375.5 mm

Summary

System Specifications

Features

Lists system features like OS, processor, chipset, memory, PCI, SATA, Audio, LAN, USB, BIOS.

Processor Specifications

Details processor socket type, type, and FSB.

Chipset Details

Specifies the chipset used.

PCB Information

Information on PCB form factor and dimensions.

Memory Support

Details memory support, size, type, slots, and technologies.

PCI and Expansion Slots

Lists PCI Express slot types and quantities.

SATA Interface

Details SATA slot type, quantity, and storage support.

Audio Interface

Describes audio type, channel, controller, and connectors.

LAN Controller

Details LAN controller, speed, and PHY.

USB Port Details

Lists USB controller type, ports, and data transfer rate.

BIOS Features

Covers BIOS type, size, and boot ROM/FDD detection.

I/O Connectors

Details I/O controller and rear I/O ports.

Rear I/O Ports

Lists specific rear I/O ports like PS/2, VGA, HDMI, LAN.

On-board Connectors

Lists various connectors on the motherboard.

Power Supply

Details power supply mounting and electrical design features.

Power Supply Mounting

Describes chassis compatibility and mounting points for power supply.

Power Supply Electrical Design

Covers wattage, voltage design, connector types, and PFC requirements.

System Layout and Diagrams

Block Diagram

Illustrates the main components and their interconnections.

Aspire M3800 Front Panel

Identifies components on the computer's front panel.

Aspire M3800 Rear Panel

Identifies ports and components on the computer's rear panel.

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor Specifications

Details processor type, socket, FSB, and minimum operating speed.

BIOS Configuration

Covers BIOS code programmer, version, ROM type/size, and boot support.

BIOS Hotkey List

Lists hotkeys for accessing BIOS setup.

System Interfaces

Main Board Major Chips

Lists the primary chips on the motherboard.

Memory Combinations

Shows possible memory configurations and total supported memory.

System Memory Details

Details memory slot number, size, type, voltage, and package.

Audio Interface Features

Describes audio controller, channel, compatibility, and connectors.

SATA Interface Features

Details SATA controller, bus, channel count, and bootable CD-ROM support.

Floppy Disk Drive Interface

Information on the floppy disk drive controller and supported formats.

USB Port Specifications

Details Universal HCI, USB class, and connector quantity.

Environmental Requirements

Specifies operating temperature, humidity, and vibration limits.

Power Management

System Power Management

Configures system power saving features and states.

ACPI Power Management Functions

Details ACPI support for device standby, global standby, suspend modes, and sleep states.

BIOS Setup Utility

Entering Setup

Describes the process to access the BIOS setup utility.

Product Information Screen

Displays system details like processor, memory, and BIOS version.

Standard CMOS Setup

Configures basic system parameters like date, time, and boot options.

Advanced Setup Features

Provides access to advanced BIOS features for system configuration.

Advanced Chipset Setup

Allows configuration of advanced chipset features and settings.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Manages settings for onboard peripherals like SATA, USB, and Audio.

BIOS Power Management Settings

Configures system power saving features and ACPI support within BIOS.

PC Health Status Monitoring

Monitors system temperature, fan speeds, and voltages.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Adjusts system frequency and voltage settings for performance.

BIOS Security Features

Manages BIOS passwords for system security.

Load Default Settings

Resets BIOS settings to factory defaults.

Save & Exit Setup

Saves current BIOS settings and exits the setup utility.

Exit Without Saving

Discards changes and exits the BIOS setup utility.

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

General Disassembly Information

Provides essential information and tools needed before starting disassembly.

Disassembly Procedure Outline

Outlines the general steps for disassembling the computer for service.

Front Bezel Removal

Details the process for disassembling the front bezel of the Aspire M3800.

Side Cover Removal

Describes the procedure to remove the computer's side cover.

CPU Fan Pipe and Card Removal

Covers removing the CPU fan pipe and expansion cards.

Hard Drive Data Cable Removal

Steps for removing hard disk drive data cables.

ODD and HDD Cable Removal

Procedures for removing ODD data/power and HDD power cables.

Front Panel and USB Cable Removal

Steps for removing front panel and USB cables.

Hard Drive Removal

Instructions for removing hard disk drives and their brackets.

Card Reader and ODD Removal

Procedures for removing the card reader and optical drives.

Motherboard Power and Fan Cable Removal

Details removing motherboard power and fan cables.

System Fan Removal

Steps to remove the system fan.

Motherboard Removal

Instructions for removing the motherboard from the chassis.

CPU Cooler Removal

Steps to remove the CPU cooler assembly.

Memory Module Removal

Instructions for removing RAM modules.

CPU Removal

Procedure for removing the CPU from its socket.

I/O Shielding Removal

Steps to remove the rear I/O shielding.

Troubleshooting

Power-On Self-Test (POST)

Information on the Power-On Self-Test process.

POST Check Points

Key points to check during the POST process.

POST Error Messages List

List of common POST error messages.

Error Symptoms List

Common error symptoms and their potential causes.

Jumper and Connector Information

Jumper Setting Guide

Explains how to set jumpers for mainboard configuration.

Clear CMOS Procedure

Details the process for clearing CMOS settings.

CPU Cooling Fan Connector

Pinout and function of the CPU fan connector.

System and Power Fan Connectors

Pinout and function of system and power fan connectors.

ATX 12V Power Connector

Pinout and function of the ATX 12V power connector.

ATX 24-pin Power Connector

Pinout and signal names for the ATX 24-pin power connector.

Front Panel Connectors

Pinout details for front panel headers, USB, and audio.

Intruder and Other Headers

Information on intruder detection and other specific headers.

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Exploded Diagram

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