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Acer TravelMate 8100 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 2
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 3200 service guide. Date 2005/1/7 2005/1/28 2005/10/21 Chapter Updates First Released Version Update S/PDIF out on Page7 Modify the speaker part number on Page 94 II - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 3
by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Disclaimer The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 4
Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 5
card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide. In such cases, please part number change is made, it will not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 6
82 Chapter 6 FRU(Field Replaceable Unit)List 84 Exploded Diagram 85 FRU List 87 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 95 TravelMate 8100 Series 95 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 96 Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test 97 Appendix C Online Support Information 99 Chapter - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 7
SWXGA(1680 x 1050 pixel resolution) + TFT LCD panel providing a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use DualViewTM support Employs ATI MOBILITYTM RADEONTM x700 with 128MB DDR video memory MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL), DVI-D (digital) interface - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 8
Four USB 2.0 ports One 5-in-1 card reader (Only support MS/MS Pro/MMC/SD/xD) 124-pin Easy Dock connector DC-in jack for AC adaptor Security ! ! ! Smart Card support Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor password support Software Acer Launch Manager Acer eManager Acer System Recovery - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 9
System Block Diagram AC/BATT CONNECTOR PG 42 BATT CHARGER PG 42 Dothan/Yonah (478 Micro-FCPGA) PG 4,5 4X133MHZ DC/DC +1.2V/+2.5V +1.05V/+1.5V +1.8V/+0.9V +3V/+5V PG 37~41 CPU VR PG 43 CLOCKS PG 3 LCD Connector +0.9V +1.8VSUS DDR-SODIMM1 PG 10,11 DDR-SODIMM2 PG 10,11 400/533 MHZ - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 10
Board Layout Top View ʳ 4 Chapter 1 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 11
Boʳttom View Chapter 1 ʳ 5 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 12
peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. Front Open View # Icon Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Power button Turns the computer on and off 3 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 13
devices(e.g. infrared printer and IR-aware computer) Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. Description Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged 7 # Item 8 Speaker/Line-Out/ Headphone jack S/PDIF out * COnnects to audio line-out devices(e.g. speakers, headphones - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 14
device(e.g. external monitor, LCD projector) Enable the TravelMate to stay cool. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000 based network. RJ-11 Modem jack Connects to a phone line. # 5 Item USB port Description Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 IEEE - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 15
Lights up when the optical drive is active. 4 N/A Optical drive eject Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive. button 5 N/A Emergency Eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. 6 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter. 7 Security keylock Connects to - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 16
Rear Panel # Icon Item Description 1 N/A DVI-D port Supports digital video connections 2 S-video port Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 3 124-pin port replicator Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort connector expansion devices. 10 Chapter 1 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 17
the opening of the fan. 4 N/A AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module. 5 N/A Wireless LAN bay Houses the computer's wireless LAN. 6 N/A Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk 7 N/A Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 8 N/A Memory compartment Houses the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 18
. Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media Activity Power indicator Lights when the disc or AcerMedia is activated. Lights when the computer is on. Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged Bluetooth communications Wireless communication Indicates that (optional - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 19
EManager. The mail and Web browser are default for Email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the mail, Web browser and programmable keys, run the acer Launch Manager. Launch key Default application Launch Key Email Web browser e P Default application Email application (user - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 20
Description Bluetooth communications Default application Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth (optional) communications. Wireless communication Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN (optional) communications. 14 Chapter 1 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 21
full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock Keys The keyboard has three be to connect an external keypad. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press w and y respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 22
Embedded Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Desired Access Num Lock On - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 23
logo key Application key Description IKceoyn DescriptioDnescription Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clickinTgabon the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to providEe a variety ofTfaubnction: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 24
sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press Screen blank Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both the display screen and external monitor. Turns the display screen backlight off to save power - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 25
Hot Key Fn-y Icon Function Volume down Description Decreases the speaker volume. Fn-x Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Fn-z Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Chapter 1 19 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 26
US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows. For the Euro symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-International. To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP, follow the steps below: 1. Click on Start, Control Panel. 2. Double-click on Regional - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 27
responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimal comfort and support. NOTE: If you are using an external USB mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad. Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use the touchpad - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 28
. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. 22 Chapter 1 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 29
Simple Boot Flag 1.0 Set by setup manual Second Level Cache Item Cache controller Cache size 1st level cache control 2st level cache control Cache scheme control System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 30
1024MB 1024MB 2048MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 IR Interface Item Part name Package Performance Compliant Modem Interface Item Data modem data baud rate (bps) Supports - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 31
USB bus Specification Specification MiniPCI Item Controller Data throughput Protocol Interface ICH6-M 11M/54M bps 802.11 a/b/g, 802.11b/g Mini-PCI type 3A Specification . Hard Disk Drive ATAPI-6 Max. 61 Ultra DMA mode: 100 MB/Sec DC Power Requirements 80 512 16 63 16383 4 2 5400RPM 16MB ATA/ - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 32
/ 4.7GB), DVD-R, DVD-RW (4.7GB) (supporting Multi Border) CD: CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW CDROM XA, CD-ROM Mode-1, PhotoCD (Single and Multi Session), Video CD, CDExtra (CD+), Mixed Mode CD-ROM, CDText, CD-I Load: Manual Release: (a) Electrical Release 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 33
(CD+), CD-Text DVD: DVD-VIDEO, DVD-ROM, DVDR(3.9GB,4.7GB), DVDRW(Ver1.1), DVD-RAM, DVD+R,DVD+R DL, DVD+RW Loading mechanism Power Consumption Operating Voltage Tray Max. 1800 mA +5V+/-0.25V Tray Max. 1.9A +5V+/-5% Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 34
Audio Interface Item Compatibility Power support Sampling rate Sound Quality Internal speaker / Quantity Video Interface Item Chipset package interface Compatibility USB Port Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control IEEE 1394 Port Item Chipset - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 35
System Board Major Chips Item System core logic Super I/O controller Audio controller Video controller Hard disk drive controller Keyboard controller USB 2.0 MODEM Wireless 802.11a+b/a+b+g PCMCIA 5-in-1 card reader Controller Intel 915PM Express Chipset NSC87383, 3.3V LPC interface Realtek ALC880 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 36
Power Supply Power Consumption (watt) Weight Physical Size(mm) Electrical Interface Support 50 -25 to 65 10 to 40 -20 to -60 LCD Inverter Item Vendor & model name Brightness conditions Input voltage (V) AC Adaptor Item Vendor & model name Input Voltage input power rating Frequency Maximum input AC - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 37
system are turned off completely. Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state. CPU set Power Down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernate state. System saves all system - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 38
NROOT472560V HL-DT-STCD-RW/DVD DRIVE GCC-4243N System BIOS Version: S3C11 VGA BIOS Version: ATI 009.008.001.000 KBC Version: 1A22 Serial Number: LXT720608950106A7AEM00 Asset Tag Number: Product TravelMate 8100 Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: 00192A5217640010881600C09F745892 F1 Help Esc - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 39
made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 40
NROOT472560V HL-DT-STCD-RW/DVD DRIVE GCC-4243N System BIOS Version: S3C11 VGA BIOS Version: ATI 009.008.001.000 KBC Version: 1A22 Serial Number: LXT720608950106A7AEM00 Asset Tag Number: Product TravelMate 8100 Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: 00192A5217640010881600C09F745892 F1 Help Esc - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 41
: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory Quiet Boot: Power on Display: Network boot F12 Boot Menu: D2D Recovery: [11:59:38] screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 42
power on display will be in CRT (or projector) only mode. Otherwise it will be in LCD only mode. Both: Simultaneously enable both the integrated LCD screen and the system's external video port (for an external CRT or projector). Option: Auto or Both Allows user to enable/disable the Network boot - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 43
The Advanced menu screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system. Info. Main Serial port A: Infrared Port:: Parallel port: Mode: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [ECP] Boot Exit Item Specific - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 44
Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your Supervisor Password Set User Passord Set HDD Password Password on Boot: Clear Clear Clear 49888545 [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [Disabled] Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password controls accesses of the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 45
screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Supervisor Password is User Password is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password HDD Password Password on Boot protects the BIOS Setup Utility from return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it. - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 46
sets the User Password parameter to "Set". 4. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter. 5. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password Follow these steps: 1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 47
setting is complete after the user presses u. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning. If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message. 41 Chapter 2 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 48
in module bay. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Main Advanced Security CD-ROM/DVD Drive +Hard Drive Network Boot Floppy Devices Boot Exit Item Specific Help + and - indicate device categories. Use to expand/collapse. Boot order is top-down using only the top device in each category - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 49
Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Info. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Dicarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 50
Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 51
procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: ! Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge ! Small Philips screw driver ! Philips screwdriver ! Plastic flat - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 52
power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Remove the battery pack. NOTE: TravelMate 3200 series , group the same type of screws together during service disassembling. Please also remember the screw location for each screw - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 53
case assembly Dx4 Fx2 Dx2 Power board Touchpad bracket USB module Speaker cable x2 Memory cover DDR1 DDR2 ODD module x2 miniPCI cover miniPCI board Touchpad board Ex4,Dx2 LCD module Ax4 LCD bezel Upper case Lower case assembly x1 Speaker set Dx2 Audio board Dx4 Mainboard Dx2 MDC - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 54
(M2.5L4) C SCREW M2.5*6- I(BNI)(NYLOK) D SCREW M2.5*3- I(NI,NYLOK) E SCREW M2.5*7- I(NI,NYLOK) F SCREW NUT IO EA1(MBEA1001,REV3 B) G SCREW M2.0*4- I(BNI)(NYLOK) Acer part No. 86.A03V7.012 86.T25V7.013 86.T25V7.012 86.T23V7.010 86.T25V7.008 86.T23V7.001 86.A03V7.007 48 Chapter 3 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 55
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Release the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch. 3. Remove the battery pack. Chapter 3 49 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 56
HDD cover. 3. Remove the two screws that secure the HDD. 4. Holding the mylar and pull the HDD module out of the main unit. . Removing the Memory 1. Remove the two screws that secure the memory cover. 2. Remove the memory cover. 3. Press the latch on left and right side to pop out the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 57
3. Release the wireless antenna. 4. Press the latch on left and right side to pop out the miniPCI and remove it. Chapter 3 51 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 58
latch and remove the keyboard from the main unit. 9. Remove the seven screws that secure the upper case. 10. Disconnect the power board cable. 11. Disconnect the thermal lid switch cable. 12. Disconnect the touchpad FFC from the mainboard. 13. Pull the wireless antenna from the hole. 52 Chapter 3 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 59
14. Close the LCD and remove the upper case from the main unit. Chapter 3 53 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 60
that secure the USB module. 4. Remove the USB module from the lower case. 5. Disconnect the USB module from the USB module. 6. Disconnect the left speaker cable from the mainboard. 7. Disconnect the Audio cable from the mainboard and remove the audio cable from the audio board. 8. Remove the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 61
mainboard. 12. Remove the two screws that secure the MDC module. 13. Remove the MDC module from the mainboard. 14. Disconnect the cable from MDC board. 15. Disconnect the fan cable from the mainboard. 16. Remove the seven screws that secure the thermal module. 17. Remove the serew that securew the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 62
. 21. Remove the three screws that secure the cardbus. 22. Remove the cardbus from the mainboard. 23. Tear off the mylar on the right speaker cable. 24. Remove the right speaker from the lower case. 25. Remove the screw that secure the left speaker. 26. Remove the left speaker from the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 63
and Upper Case 1. Disconnect the LCD cable from the power board. 2. Remove the two screws that secure the power board. 3. Remove another four screws that secure the power board. 4. Remove the power board from the upper case. 5. Tear off the mylar on the touchpad FFC. 6. Disconnect the touchpad - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 64
the upper case assembly. 14. Remove the four screw caps of the LCD bezel. 15. Remove the four screws that secure the LCD bezel. 16. Remove the LCD bezel from the LCD module. 17. Disconnect the inverter power cable and the LVDS cable from the inverter board. 18. Remove the eight screws that secure - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 65
that secure the right LCD bracket. 27. Remove the right LCD bracket. 28. Remove the four screws that secure the left LCD bracket. 29. Remove the left LCD bracket. 30. Tear off the tape on the LCD cable. 31. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD. 32. This completes the LCD module and upper case - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 66
LCD cover. 7. Then remove the LCD from the LCD cover. . 8. Remove the two screws holding the right bracket then remove the bracket. 9. Remove the two screws holding the left bracket then remove the bracket. 10. Tear off the tape that fastens the LCD cable. 11. Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 67
12. Tear off the tape fastening the antennae set. 13. Then detach the antennae set from the LCD cover. Chapter 3 61 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 68
. 3. Remove another two screws on the rear side. 4. Slide the ODD bracket out of the ODD module. 5. Remove the ODD connector from the ODD module. Disassembling the Optical Drive Module 1. Remove the four screws that secure the HDD holder. 2. Remove the HDD holder from the HDD module. 62 Chapter 3 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 69
error codes are indicated. POST detects an error and displayed messages on screen. Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or others). Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems). Go To "Power System Check" on page 65. "Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message" on page 67 "Undetermined - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 70
error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to main board. 2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 3. Press F2 in the test items. 4. Follow the instructions in the message window. NOTE: Make sure - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 71
power sources: 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied. 3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; then check that power is supplied by the battery pack. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 72
the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter. 4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging. From Hardware: 1. Power off the computer. 2. Remove the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 73
can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. If the symptom is not listed, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 79. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. NOTE: Most of - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 74
system time, then reboot system. Main board "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery Main baord "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Main board Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A are properly identified. Dikette drive Hard disk drive Main board 68 Chapter 4 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 75
. Power source (battery pack and power adapter.) See "Power System Check" on page 65 Reconnect the LCD connector Hard disk drive LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on an external CRT. Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD cable LCD - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 76
with initial POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 77
I20 support Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Enable USB - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 78
hard-disk controllers Jump to UserPatch2 Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards Install CD ROM for boot Clear huge ES segment register Fixup Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure. Check for SMART drive (optional) Shadow option ROMs Set up Power - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 79
the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 80
and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 65. Battery pack AC adapter See if the thermal module is overheat (Heat sink or fan). Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 65. Battery pack Power adapter CPU Main board In Windows XP operating - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 81
Audio driver Volume control in Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation mode The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the lid of the portable computer. Action in Sequence Power option in Windows XP Hard disk drive - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 82
. Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from Standby/Hibernation mode. Check if the battery is low. Hard disk drive Main board The system doesn't resume from standby mode LCD cover switch after opening the lid of the portable computer. Main board Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 83
work correctly. Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 79 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 84
to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 85
. 2. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: ! Non-Acer devices ! Printer, mouse, and other external devices ! Battery pack ! Hard disk drive ! DIMM ! PC Cards 4. Power-on the computer. 5. Determine if the - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 86
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Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Chapter 5 ʳ Chapter 5 80 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 88
Boʳttom View ʳ 81 Chapter 5 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 89
Main Board Layout Chapter 5 82 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 90
Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Item DC JACK DVI S-VEDIO DOCKING CRT RJ11RJ45 USB IEEE1394 PCMCIA 4 IN 1 SPDIF PHONE-JACK USB 83 Chapter 5 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 91
chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 8100 series products. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 92
Exploded Diagram 85 Chapter 6 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 93
, REV : A1A) HINGE COVER-L ZF1 15.4 LCD COVER ASSY LCD LTN154P1-L02(15.4", WSXGA)STN B/S HINGE-L HINGE-R ZF1 15.4 LCD BEZEL ASSY LCD-RUBER-UP K/B MODULE(UI) ZF1(AEZF1TNR,REV3A) TOP SUB ASSY ZF1 CHARGER/B ASSY ZF1 M/B ASSY(M26-128MB/HDD-PATA) ZF1 USB/B ASSY ZF1 AUDIO/B ASSY BATT LI 916-3270(ZF1,4S2P - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 94
FRU List TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. Adapter Battery Partname And Description Part Number ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN DELTA SADP-65KB AP.06501.005 ADAPTER 65W 3 PIN LITE-ON PA-1650-02Q2 AP.06503.006 19V BATTERY SANYO LI-ION 4S2P 4.8A 4UR18650F-2-QC-ZF1 BT.00803.006 Boards BATTERY SIMPLO - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 95
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. Partname And Description MODEM CABLE Part Number 50.T72V7.002 CHARGER CABLE - 16/16 PIN 50.T72V7.003 FFC CABLE - AUDIO BOARD 35 PIN 50.T72V7.004 USB CABLE - 19/20 PIN 50.T72V7.005 Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly POWER CORD US (3 pin) POWER CORD PRC ( 3 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 96
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. Partname And Description RAM DOOR W/SCREW Part Number 42.T72V7.001 MINIPCI DOOR W/SCREW 42.T72V7.002 Communication Module CPU/PROCESSOR 89 TOUCHPAD BRACKET SMART CARD BRACKET HINGE COVER - R HINGE COVER - L HDD COVER W/RUBBER HDD BRACKET W/MYLAR 33.T72V7 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 97
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. HDD/ Hard Disk Drive Keyboard Partname And Description INTEL PENTIUM M 1.87G 2M 533FSB uFCPGA2 SL7S9 C-1 STEPPING INTEL PENTIUM M 2.0G 2M 533FSB uFCPGA2 SL7SM C-1 STEPPING INTEL PENTIUM M 2.13G 2M 533FSB uFCPGA2 SL7SL C-1 STEPPING Part Number KC.N0001.750 - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 98
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. LCD Partname And Description TM4500/TM4000/TM2300 KEYBOARD DARFON TM2300 KEYBOARD DARFON GREEK TM4500/TM4000/TM2300 KEYBOARD DARFON HEBREW TM4500/TM4000/TM2300 KEYBOARD DARFON RUSSIAN Part Number KB.T5007.009 KB.T5007.010 KB.T5007.011 KB.T5007.012 KB.T5007. - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 99
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. Partname And Description LCD INVERTER BOARD W/ TYPE Part Number 19.T72V7.001 LCD CABLE - 15.4 IN. WXGA 50.T72V7.007 LCD PANEL W/LOGO ANTENNA 15.4 IN. 60.T72V7.003 LCD BEZEL W/RUBBER PAD 15.4 IN. 60.T72V7.004 LCD BRACKET W/HINGE 15.4 IN. - L 33.T72V7. - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 100
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. Memory Optical Drive Partname And Description SMART READER PCMCIA SLOT Part Number 55.T72V7.005 22.T72V7.001 MEMORY MICRON 256MB/ 533MHZ, MT8HTF3264HDY-53EB2 MEMORY IFX 256MB/ 533MHZ, HYS64T32000HDL-3.7-A MEMORY ELPIDA 256MB/ 533MHZ, U33256AGEPQ662A MEMORY - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 101
TravelMate 8100 FRU List Picture No. Pointing Device Partname And Description TOUCHPAD Part Number 55.T72V7.006 Speaker SPEAKER R 23.T72V7.002 SPEAKER L 23.T72V7.001 Heatsink THERMAL MODULE 60.T72V7.005 Miscellaneous Screws NAME PLATE - TM8100 LCD BEZEL RUBBER PAD UP LCD BEZEL RUBBER - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 102
Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 8100 Series Appendix A Model Number 8105WLMi CPU PM770 8104WLMi PM760 8103WLMi PM750 8102WLCi PM740 8101WLMi PM730 LCD 15.4" WSXGA+ 15.4" WSXGA+ 15.4" WSXGA+ 15.4" WSXGA+ 15.4" WSXGA+ Memory SOII512MB *2 SOII512MB *2/ SOII256MB *2 SOII256MB *2/ - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 103
under Windows® XP Home environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the TravelMate8100 series Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 104
Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test CPU Item LCD Memory DDR333 HDD Combo SuperMulti WLAN AC Adapter Battery Mainboard Specifications Dothan CPU 2.13 Dothan CPU 2.0A Dothan CPU 1.86 Dothan CPU 1.73 Dothan CPU 1.6B SAMSUNG, LTN154P1-L02, 185nits, 185nits/25ms/CR300 HITACHI, TX39D99VC1FAA - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 105
Smart Card TravelMate Smart Card Sheet Smart Card Kit 5-in-1 module (SD/MMS/MS/MS-Pro/xD) Integrated in O2 711M3 MODEM + Bluetooth daughter Card Ambit S/W MODEM V.92 Scorpio Bluetooth Bluetooth module with antenna(Mini USB),MINI USB,Broadcom 2035 NMD Inverter SUMIDA TWS-449-171 Touchpad - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 106
valuable support resources whenever you need them. In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: ! Service guides for all models ! User's manuals ! Training materials ! Bios updates ! Software utilities ! Spare parts - Acer TravelMate 8100 | TravelMate 8100 Service Guide - Page 107
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