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Acer TravelMate 250 series User Manual

Acer TravelMate 250 series
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Acer TravelMate 240/250 Series
Service Guide
SERVICE CD PART NO.: VD.T30V1.001
PRINTED IN TAIWAN

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Acer TravelMate 250 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution1024x768 (XGA) or 1400x1050 (SXGA+)
BatteryLi-Ion
Display14.1-inch or 15-inch TFT
Hard Drive20GB, 40GB, 60GB or 80GB
Optical DriveCD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or Combo Drive
AudioIntegrated audio with speakers
NetworkingEthernet
PortsUSB 2.0, VGA, Parallel, Serial
Operating SystemWindows XP

Summary

Chapter 1 System Introduction

Features

Lists the key features of the computer, including performance, multimedia, and connectivity options.

System Overview and Layout

Details display specifications, system block diagram, and board layout for top, bottom, left, and right panels.

User Interface Elements

Explains status indicators, icons, keyboard layout, hot keys, and launch keys for user interaction.

Hardware Specifications

Details system chips, processors, memory, interfaces, adapter, power management, environmental, and mechanical specifications.

Address Maps and Assignments

Maps memory addresses and I/O addresses to their functions and controllers.

Chapter 2 System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

Explains how to enter and use the BIOS Setup Utility for hardware configuration, navigation, and options.

BIOS Flash and Diagnostic Utilities

Explains conditions and steps for updating the system BIOS and using the system diagnostic diskette.

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Disassembly Procedures

Provides preparation, a flowchart, and step-by-step guides for removing and installing major components like battery, memory, HDD, LCD, main board.

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

System Checks and Error Handling

Guides for system checks, memory, power, POST errors, and symptom-to-FRU mapping.

Problem Isolation

Guides on analyzing and resolving intermittent or unclear diagnostic problems.

Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

Board Connector Layout

Shows top and bottom views of the motherboard, detailing connector locations and SW1 settings for jumper configurations.

Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Parts Identification and Listing

Provides an exploded diagram and a comprehensive list of FRUs with part numbers for identification and ordering.

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

Model Name Definitions

Defines model numbers by listing configurations for LCD, CPU, HDD, CD/DVD, Battery, and Wireless LAN.

Appendix B Test Compatible Components

OS Compatibility Testing

Lists compatible components tested with Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, and 98 environments.

Appendix C Online Support Information

Acer Support Resources

Describes online technical support services, downloadable resources, and contact information for Acer Systems.

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