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Acer TravelMate 2300 User Manual

Acer TravelMate 2300
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Acer TravelMate 2300/4000/4500 Series
Service Guide
PRINTED IN TAIWAN
Service guide files and updates are available
on the ACER/CSD web; for more information,
please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw

Table of Contents

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Acer TravelMate 2300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
GraphicsIntel Extreme Graphics 2
Wireless802.11b/g
Card ReaderNo
Battery LifeUp to 3 hours
ProcessorIntel Pentium M or Intel Celeron M
Processor SpeedUp to 1.7 GHz
RAMUp to 2 GB DDR
Storage40 GB HDD
Display15-inch TFT
Maximum Resolution1024 x 768
Optical DriveDVD-ROM/CD-RW Combo
Networking10/100 Ethernet
Ports3 x USB 2.0, VGA, Parallel
BatteryLi-Ion
Operating SystemWindows XP Home

Summary

Revision History

Copyright and Disclaimer

Document Conventions

Preface

Chapter 1 Features

Performance Specifications

Summary of the computer's performance specifications and features.

Display Specifications

Details about the TFT LCD panel, resolution, and graphics capabilities.

Multimedia Features

Information on audio and optical drive features.

Connectivity Options

Lists available ports and communication interfaces.

Design and Ergonomics

Describes the design, appearance, and user comfort features.

Keyboard and Pointing Device

Details about the keyboard layout and pointing device.

Expansion Capabilities

Information on expansion slots and memory upgrades.

Input/Output Ports

Lists all available input/output ports on the computer.

System Block Diagram

Board Layout

Top View Component Identification

Identifies connectors and components visible from the top of the motherboard.

Bottom View Component Identification

Identifies connectors and components visible from the bottom of the motherboard.

TravelMate Overview

Front Open View Description

Illustrates and describes the external features when the laptop is open.

Front Closed View Description

Identifies and describes external features when the laptop is closed.

Left Side View

Identifies and describes components on the left side of the laptop.

Right Panel Features

Identifies and describes ports and features on the right side of the laptop.

Rear Panel Features

Identifies and describes ports and features on the rear side of the laptop.

Bottom Panel Features

Identifies and describes components on the bottom of the laptop.

System Indicators

Keyboard Usage

Lock Key Functions

Explains the function of Caps Lock, Num Lock, and Scroll Lock keys.

Embedded Numeric Keypad Usage

Details how to use the embedded numeric keypad for data entry.

Windows Key Functions

Explains the functions of Windows-specific keys.

Hot Key Combinations

Describes essential shortcut key combinations for system controls.

Special Key Functions

Explains how to type special characters like Euro and Dollar signs.

Launch Key Functions

Describes the function of dedicated launch keys for applications.

Touchpad Operation

Touchpad Basics

Explains basic operations like moving cursor, clicking, and scrolling.

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Processor Specifications

Details CPU types, speeds, and package information.

System Memory Details

Details memory controller, size, sockets, speed, and combinations.

LCD 14.1 inch Specifications

Specifications for 14.1-inch LCD panels.

LCD 15 inch Specifications

Specifications for 15-inch LCD panels.

AC Adapter Specifications

Specifications for the AC adapter.

Chapter 2 System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility Overview

Information on accessing and navigating the BIOS setup utility.

Navigating the BIOS Utility

Instructions for navigating BIOS menus and changing parameters.

Main BIOS Screen

Describes the Main screen of the BIOS setup utility.

Advanced BIOS Settings

Describes the Advanced menu in BIOS for hardware settings.

Security Settings

Details BIOS security settings for user and supervisor passwords.

Setting a Password in BIOS

Step-by-step guide to setting user and supervisor passwords in BIOS.

Boot Order Configuration

Describes BIOS settings for boot device order.

Exiting BIOS Setup

Explains options for saving or discarding BIOS changes and exiting setup.

BIOS Flash Utility

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

General Disassembly Information

Essential steps and precautions before starting disassembly.

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

Provides a visual guide to the component removal sequence.

Removing the Battery Pack

Step-by-step instructions for removing the battery pack.

Removing Core Components

Instructions for removing HDD, Memory, WLAN, Thermal Module, and CPU.

Removing Optical and LCD Modules

Instructions for removing the Optical Disc Drive and LCD modules.

Disassembling the Main Unit

Procedures for separating the main unit into upper and lower case assemblies.

Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly

Instructions for disassembling the upper case assembly.

Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly

Instructions for disassembling the lower case assembly.

Disassembling the LCD Module

Step-by-step instructions for disassembling the LCD module.

Disassembling External Modules

Instructions for removing the HDD and Optical Drive modules.

Disassembling the HDD Module

Instructions for removing the HDD module from its bracket.

Disassembling the Optical Drive Module

Instructions for removing the optical drive module and its holder.

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

System Check Procedures

Diagnostic steps for checking drives, keyboard, memory, and system.

Power System Check

Steps to verify power issues using battery and AC adapter.

Battery Pack Check

Detailed steps for checking battery health and charging operation.

Touchpad Troubleshooting

Steps to troubleshoot touchpad functionality issues.

POST Error Message Guide

Guide to Power-On Self-Test error messages and their causes.

Index of Error Messages

Lists error messages and their corresponding FRU/Action sequences.

Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes

Lists BIOS beep codes and their POST routine descriptions.

Symptom to FRU Error Message Index

Maps symptoms to FRU replacement actions.

Intermittent Problems Diagnosis

Procedures for analyzing and resolving intermittent system issues.

Undetermined Problems Isolation

Procedures for isolating failing FRUs when the problem is not clearly identified.

Disk to Disk Recovery Procedure

Steps for performing disk-to-disk system recovery.

Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

Top View Connector Locations

Identifies jumper and connector locations on the top side of the motherboard.

Bottom View Connector Locations

Identifies jumper and connector locations on the bottom side of the motherboard.

Chapter 6 FRU List

Exploded Diagram for Parts

Provides a visual breakdown of system components for parts identification.

TravelMate 4000 FRU Details

Lists Field Replaceable Units for the TravelMate 4000 series.

TravelMate 4000 Adapter and Battery FRUs

Lists AC adapters and batteries for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 Board and CPU FRUs

Lists boards and CPU options for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 Drive FRUs

Lists optical disc drive modules for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 Storage FRUs

Lists available hard disk drives for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 Keyboard FRUs

Lists available keyboards for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 LCD FRUs

Lists available LCD modules and related parts for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 Memory FRUs

Lists available memory modules for the TravelMate 4000.

TravelMate 4000 Screw Types

Lists various types of screws used in the TravelMate 4000.

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

TravelMate 4000 Series Configurations

Defines configurations for the TravelMate 4000 series models.

Appendix B Test Compatible Components

Windows XP Pro Environment Test Summary

Lists tested components and specifications for Windows XP Pro.

Tested Processors and Memory

Lists tested processor models and memory modules with specifications.

Tested Displays (LCD)

Lists tested LCD panels and their specifications.

Tested Storage Devices

Lists tested Hard Disk Drives and Optical Drives.

Tested Ports and Interfaces

Lists tested ports like CRT, Parallel, USB, PC Card.

Tested Memory Cards

Lists tested memory cards (MMC, CF, MS, SD).

Tested Audio Jacks

Lists tested audio jacks, speakers, headphones, and microphones.

Appendix C Online Support Information

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