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Acer Veriton M275 User Manual

Acer Veriton M275
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Veriton M275 Service Guide
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Acer Veriton M275 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcer
ModelVeriton M275
CategoryDesktop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 System Tour

Features

Summary of the computer's various features and specifications.

Block Diagram

Illustration of the system's architecture and component interconnections.

System Components

Details the system's interior and exterior components with labels.

Front Panel

Describes components and ports on the front of the computer.

Rear Panel

Describes components and ports on the rear of the computer.

Hardware Specifications and Configuration

Lists detailed technical specifications of system hardware.

Processor

Details CPU type, socket, and FSB specifications.

BIOS

Provides information on BIOS version, type, size, and boot support.

BIOS Hotkey List

Lists hotkeys for accessing and navigating BIOS setup.

Main Board Major Chips

Identifies main chipset components on the motherboard.

Memory Combinations

Details supported memory configurations and total capacity.

System Memory

Specifies memory slot details, type, interface, and voltage.

Audio Interface

Describes audio controller, channels, and compatibility.

SATA Interface

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

USB Port

Lists USB port specifications, class, and connector quantity.

Environmental Requirements

Outlines operating and non-operating environmental conditions.

Power Management

Details power management states (S1-S5) for various devices.

Power Management Function (ACPI Support)

Explains ACPI functions for device, global, and suspend modes.

Chapter 2 System Utilities

CMOS Setup Utility

Explains the purpose and conditions for running the CMOS setup utility.

Entering CMOS setup

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to access the CMOS setup.

Navigating Through the Setup Utility

Details keys and functions used to navigate the BIOS setup interface.

Setup Utility Menus

Describes main setup categories within the CMOS utility.

Product Information

Displays non-configurable system information like CPU, memory, and serial number.

Standard CMOS Features

Covers system date, time, SATA port, and POST halt settings.

Advanced BIOS Features

Manages boot order, boot protection, and other advanced BIOS settings.

Advanced Chipset Features

Configures chipset features like EIST, XD Bit, and Virtualization Technology.

Integrated Peripherals

Controls onboard devices like SATA, USB, Audio, and LAN controllers.

Power Management Setup

Configures ACPI states, wake-up events, and restore on AC power loss.

PC Health Status

Monitors system and CPU temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Allows adjustment of system clock and spread spectrum settings.

BIOS Security Features

Manages passwords and boot security options.

Load Default Settings

Resets BIOS parameters to their default values.

Save Setting and Exit

Saves configuration changes and exits BIOS setup.

Exit Without Saving

Discards changes and exits BIOS setup.

Chapter 3 System Disassembly

Disassembly Requirements

Lists the necessary tools for disassembling the computer.

Pre-disassembly Procedure

Outlines essential steps before starting the disassembly process.

Removing the Side Panel

Step-by-step guide to removing the computer's side panel.

Removing the Front Bezel

Instructions for detaching the front bezel from the chassis.

Removing the Heat Sink Fan Assembly

Details removing the CPU heat sink and fan.

Removing the Processor

Explains how to safely remove and handle the CPU.

Removing the Memory Modules

Provides instructions for removing RAM modules.

Removing the VGA Card

Guides through removing the graphics card.

Removing the Hard Disk Drive

Step-by-step instructions for removing the HDD.

Removing the Optical Drive

Details how to remove the optical drive.

Remove System FAN

Instructions for detaching the system cooling fan.

Removing the Power Supply

Guides on removing the power supply unit.

Removing the OBR and Intrusion Alarm Assembly

Procedures for removing OBR and intrusion alarm components.

Removing COM / Printer Cable

Instructions for removing COM and printer port cables.

Removing the Card Reader

Steps for removing the internal card reader.

Removing the Internal Speaker

Guides on detaching the internal speaker.

Removing the Mainboard

Detailed steps for removing the motherboard.

Removing Other Side Panel

Instructions for removing the opposite side panel.

Removing the Front I/O and USB Assembly

Guides on detaching front panel I/O and USB ports.

Removing the Power Switch and LED Cable Assembly

Instructions for removing power switch and LED cables.

Chapter 4 System Troubleshooting

Hardware Diagnostic Procedure

Outlines process for performing diagnostic tests on Acer products.

System Check Procedures

Details procedures for checking power, external, and internal system status.

Beep Codes

Explains beep code patterns and their corresponding error causes.

Checkpoints

Describes system checkpoints and how to view them during POST.

Bootblock Initialization Code Checkpoints

Lists checkpoints for bootblock initialization phase.

Bootblock Recovery Code Checkpoints

Details checkpoints for bootblock recovery process.

BIOS Recovery

Provides instructions for recovering the system BIOS using a USB drive.

Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Information

M/B Placement

Shows physical layout and numbering of motherboard components.

Jumper Setting

Explains how to set jumpers for system configuration.

Setting Jumper

Details specific jumper configurations, like Clear CMOS.

System Board Pin Definition

Provides pinouts and definitions for motherboard connectors and headers.

Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Veriton M275 Exploded Diagram

An illustrated breakdown of the computer system's components.

Veriton M275 FRU List

A list of field-replaceable units with descriptions and part numbers.

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