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Lists the main features of the TravelMate 230/280 notebook, covering performance, multimedia, and connectivity.
Visual representation of system components, board layout (top and bottom views), and panel identification.
Explains status indicators, keyboard layout, special keys, hotkeys, and launch keys.
Comprehensive details on system hardware, power management, environmental, and mechanical specifications.
How to access and navigate the BIOS setup for system configuration and information.
Configuring boot device sequence, multi-boot menu, and related boot options.
Procedures for BIOS flashing, system utility diskette, and diagnostic programs.
Required tools and preliminary steps before disassembling the notebook for maintenance.
Graphical overview of the component removal sequence for servicing the notebook.
Step-by-step guides for removing key internal components like HDD, memory, and drives.
Procedures for removing LCD module, bezel, inverter, and TFT panel.
Steps to remove outer cases and internal units like CPU, fan, and boards.
Instructions for installing a wireless LAN board as a system upgrade.
Step-by-step checks for diskette, CD-ROM, keyboard, memory, and power systems.
Interpreting POST error messages and identifying potential causes.
Lists of error codes, messages, and symptom-to-FRU mapping for diagnostics.
Strategies for diagnosing intermittent, undetermined, and software error issues.
Identifies connectors and components on the top side of the main PCB.
Identifies connectors and components on the bottom side of the main PCB.
Visual exploded diagram and list of FRU parts for TravelMate 230.
Visual exploded diagram and list of FRU parts for TravelMate 280.
Explains how model numbers correlate with specific hardware configurations.
Lists components tested and compatible with Windows XP.
Lists components tested and compatible with Windows 2000.
Lists components tested and compatible with Windows 98.
Details on accessing Acer's online support, service guides, and technical materials.
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