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Acer TravelMate B113-M User Manual

Acer TravelMate B113-M
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TravelMate B113 Series
S E R V I C E G U I D E G U I D E

Table of Contents

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Acer TravelMate B113-M Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution1366 x 768
Operating SystemWindows 8 Pro
Battery LifeUp to 5 hours
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
Battery4-cell Li-ion
ProcessorIntel Celeron
Display11.6 inches
RAMDDR3
Storage500 GB HDD

Summary

Chapter 1. Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Detailed specifications and configurations for the laptop hardware.

Features

Summary of the computer's various features.

Notebook Tour

Visual guide to the laptop's external components and layout.

Front View

Description of ports and indicators on the laptop's front side.

Left View

Identifies ports and vents located on the left side of the laptop.

Right View

Details ports and the security lock slot on the laptop's right side.

Base View

Illustrates components visible on the bottom of the laptop.

Touchpad Basics

Explanation of touchpad functionality and operations.

Keyboard Basics

Overview of keyboard keys and their functions.

System Block Diagram

Diagram showing the interconnections of system components.

Specifications Table

Comprehensive table of the laptop's technical specifications.

Chapter 2. Diagnostic Utilities

System Utilities

Tools and utilities for system management and configuration.

BIOS Setup Utility

Program to configure hardware settings and boot options.

Navigating the Bios Setup Utility

Guide on how to use the BIOS interface and its menus.

BIOS Information

Displays detailed hardware information of the computer.

BIOS Main Settings

BIOS settings for system time, date, and boot options.

BIOS Security Settings

Options for setting supervisor, user, and HDD passwords.

BIOS Boot Configuration

Configuration of boot device order and related settings.

BIOS Exit Options

Options for saving or discarding BIOS changes and exiting the utility.

BIOS Flash Utilities

Procedures for updating the system BIOS.

DOS Flash Utility

Instructions for updating BIOS using DOS environment.

WinFlash Utility

Instructions for updating BIOS using the Windows environment.

Miscellaneous Tools

Utilities for managing system information and passwords.

HDD/BIOS Password Management

Details on unlocking HDD and managing BIOS passwords.

Clearing BIOS Passwords

Steps to remove BIOS password checks.

Crisis Utility SOP

Standard Operating Procedures for BIOS recovery.

Creating a USB Flash Crisis Disk

Guide to preparing a USB drive for BIOS recovery.

Using the Crisis Utility Disk

Steps for performing BIOS recovery using a crisis disk.

Chapter 3. Jumper and Connector Locations

Mainboard Top View

Identification of connectors on the top side of the mainboard.

Mainboard Bottom View

Identification of connectors on the bottom side of the mainboard.

LED Board View

Layout of LEDs and connectors on the LED board.

IO Board View

Layout of ports and connectors on the IO board.

HDD Board View

Layout of connectors on the HDD board.

Clear CMOS Jumper

Location and function of the Clear CMOS jumper.

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

General Information

General procedures and guidance for troubleshooting computer issues.

Power On Issues

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems with the system not powering on.

No Display Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when the system does not display video.

LCD Picture Failure

Procedures for diagnosing and fixing LCD screen display problems.

Internal Keyboard Failure

Steps to troubleshoot issues with the built-in keyboard.

Touchpad Failure

Troubleshooting guide for touchpad malfunctions.

Internal Speaker Failure

Steps to resolve problems with the internal speakers.

Internal Microphone Failure

Troubleshooting guide for internal microphone issues.

USB Failure (USB 2.0)

Steps to diagnose and fix USB port connectivity problems.

Wireless/BT Function Test Failure

Troubleshooting steps for wireless and Bluetooth failures.

2-in-1 Card Function Test Failure

Troubleshooting steps for the 2-in-1 card reader function.

Unit Thermal Failure

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to unit overheating.

Cosmetic Failure

Troubleshooting for physical appearance issues with the laptop.

Other Functions Failure

Troubleshooting for other non-specific hardware functions.

BIOS Problems

Common issues related to BIOS settings and operations.

Intermittent Problems

Guidance for diagnosing and resolving sporadic system issues.

Undetermined Problems

Procedures for isolating faults when the cause is unclear.

Chapter 5. Service and Maintenance

Introduction to Service and Maintenance

Overview of the chapter's content on maintenance and repair.

Recommended Equipment for Maintenance

List of tools required for notebook maintenance.

Maintenance Flowchart

Diagram illustrating component removal and installation sequences.

Getting Started with Maintenance

Prerequisites and initial steps before performing maintenance.

Battery Pack Removal and Installation

Step-by-step guides for removing and installing the laptop battery pack.

Dummy Card Removal and Installation

Procedures for removing and installing the dummy card from the SD card slot.

Base Door Removal and Installation

Instructions for removing and reinstalling the bottom access panel.

HDD Module Removal and Installation

Step-by-step guides for removing and installing the Hard Disk Drive module.

DIMM Module Removal and Installation

Procedures for removing and installing RAM modules (DIMMs).

WLAN Module Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the Wireless LAN module.

Upper Case Removal and Installation

Instructions for removing and reinstalling the top cover assembly.

Mainboard Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the main logic board.

IO Board Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the Input/Output board.

LED Board Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the LED indicator board.

Speaker Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the laptop's internal speakers.

Keyboard Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the laptop keyboard.

Touchpad Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the touchpad module.

Thermal Module Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the CPU thermal module and fan.

LCD Module Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the entire LCD assembly.

LCD Bezel Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the frame around the LCD screen.

LCD Panel Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the LCD screen panel.

CCD Module Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the camera module.

LCD Panel Brackets Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the LCD panel mounting brackets.

Microphone Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the internal microphone components.

WLAN Antenna (Main) Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the primary WLAN antenna cable.

WLAN Antenna (Auxiliary) Removal and Installation

Procedure for removing and installing the auxiliary WLAN antenna cable.

Chapter 6. Field Replaceable Unit List

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Overview

List of parts that can be replaced by the user or technician.

Exploded Diagram

Visual breakdown of assemblies with numbered parts.

Main Assembly Parts

Exploded view and parts list for the main laptop assembly.

Lower Case Assembly Parts

Exploded view and parts list for the lower case components.

Upper Case Assembly Parts

Exploded view and parts list for the upper case components.

LCD Assembly Parts

Exploded view and parts list for the LCD screen assembly.

HDD Assembly Parts

Exploded view and parts list for the Hard Disk Drive assembly.

Detailed FRU List

Detailed list of all Field Replaceable Units with part numbers.

Screw List

List of screws used in the laptop, with specifications.

Chapter 7. Test Compatible Components

Test Compatible Components Overview

Lists components verified for compatibility with the system.

Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test

Compatibility test results under Windows 7 environment.

Chapter 8. Online Support Information

Online Support Information Overview

Information on accessing online technical support and resources.

Introduction to Online Support

Overview of available online support services and resources.

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