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TravelMate 6595T/6595TG/8573T/8573TG SERVICEGUIDE ® - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 2
table below for the updates made to this TravelMate 6595T/6595TG/8573T/8573TG service guide. Date Chapter Updates Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD website. For more information, go to http://csd.acer.com.tw.The information in this guide is subject to change without - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 3
Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: ! WARNING: Indicates a potential for personal injury. ! CAUTION names, and program/process names are shown in italics. Example: the DRS5 User's Guide /usr/local/bin/fd the /TPH15spool_M program Computer output (text that represents - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 4
General information 0 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the following general information. This service guide provides you with all technical information relating to the basic configuration for Acer's global product offering. To better fit local market requirements and - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 5
CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 6
Keys 1-24 Specification Tables 1-27 Computer Specifications 1-27 Processor 1-28 Processor Specifications 1-29 System Memory 1-29 Graphics Controller 1-30 VRAM (Discrete models only 1-30 System BIOS 1-31 Keyboard 1-31 Hard Disk Drive 1-32 Super-Multi Drive 1-33 1-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 7
Card Reader 1-33 LCD Panel 1-34 Supported LCD Resolutions 1-34 Supported GPU Resolutions 1-35 Audio Codec 1-35 Audio Interface 1-35 Webcam 1-35 LAN 1-36 Wireless LAN 1-36 Bluetooth 1-37 USB Interface 1-37 HDMI Port 1-37 Expansion Card 1-37 System LED Indicators 1-38 Battery Pack 1-38 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 8
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models refer to Travelmate 8573T/8573TG. UMA models refer to TravelMate 6595T/8573T, Discrete models to TravelMate 6595TG/8573TG. Operating System 0 Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate 64-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 32-bit/64-bit Platform 0 Huron River platform Supports the second generation - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 10
, 60 Hz 1280x600, 60 Hz 1280×720, 60 Hz 1280×768, 60 Hz 1360×768, 60 Hz 1366x768, 60 Hz External resolution and refresh rate supported: HDMI port UMA: 1920×1080, 60 Hz Discrete: HDMI maximum resolution VGA port UMA: 2048×1536, 60 Hz Discrete: D-Sub maximum resolution Storage - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 11
InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Supports Acer SignalUp technology WPAN: vPro: Bluetooth® 2.1 + EDR Non-vPro: Bluetooth® 3.0 + HS and Bluetooth® 2.1 + EDR WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 12
and display and touchpad toggle Control keys: Acer PowerSmart key, Acer Backup key, Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader, Acer InstantView key, Volume mute key and Communication key Windows® and Application keys Multilanguage support Touchpad 0 Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 13
HDMI® port with HDCP support External display (VGA) port Headphone/speaker jack Microphone-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Software and Tools Productivity Acer Backup Manager Acer ePower Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer PowerSmart Manager Adobe - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 14
Silverlight™ Skype™ Windows Live™ Essentials Web links and utilities 0 Acer Accessory Store (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, UK only) Acer Identity Card Acer Registration Acer Updater eBay shortcut (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, UK - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 15
Weight 0 UMA: 2.55 kg (5.63 lb) Discrete: 2.6 kg (5.73 lb) Environment 0 Temperature: Operating: 0 to 40 °C Non-operating: -20 to 60 °C Humidity (non-condensing): Operating: 20% to 80% Non-operating: 20% to 80% Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-11 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 16
Front View 0 Figure 1-1. Open Front View Table 1-1. Open Front View No. Icon Item 1 Integrated webcam 2 3 P Integrated microphones Acer PowerSmart key P key 4 Acer InstantView key Description Web camera for video communication (selected models). Two internal microphones for stereo sound - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 17
status. 8 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 10 Click buttons ( computer mouse. 12 Fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader for Acer ProShield Security Suite. 13 Display screen Also called liquid - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 18
from an external microphone. 3 Headphones/speaker/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, line-out jack headphone). 4 Multi-in-1 card reader Supports MMC, SD, xD, MS, and MS PRO cards. slot Note: Only one card can operate at any given time. 5 Communication Enables/disables - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 19
1-3. Left View Table 1-3. Left View No. Icon Item 1 DC-in jack Description Connects to the AC adapter. 2 HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, (VGA) port LCD projector). 4 eSATA port - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 20
devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Note: Supports power-off USB charging, allowing you to charge supported mobile devices while the notebook is switched off. 3 Optical disc drive Internal optical disc drive; accepts - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 21
when the power cord is unplugged. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Acer ProDock Connects to the optional Acer ProDock. connector 5 Acer MediaBay Releases the Acer MediaBay module. release latch 6 HDD/memory/WLAN Houses the computer's hard disk, memory, and - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 22
Indicators 0 The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. Figure 1-6. Indicators Table 1-6. Indicators Icon Item 1 Power indicator 2 Battery indicator 3 HDD indicator 4 Communication indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Solid blue: The computer is - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 23
and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button of a mouse. Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (1) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This fingerprint - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 24
Table 1-7. Touchpad Function Left Button (3) Scroll Right Button (2) Keyboard Touchpad (4) Center button (1) Swipe up/down/left/rig ht using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). 0 The keyboard contains an overlay numeric keys, inverted "T" cursor key, Windows® key, - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 25
Lock Keys 0 The keyboard has three lock keys which the user can toggle on and off. Figure 1-9. Keyboard Lock Keys Table 1-8. Keyboard Lock Keys Lock key Description Caps Lock When On, all typed alphabetic characters appears in uppercase. Num Lock Fn+F11 Off by default. When On, the overlay - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 26
clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions. Functions supported by Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7: : Open or close the Start menu +R: Open the Run dialog box +M: Minimizes all windows Shift - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 27
. Figure 1-11. Hotkeys Table 1-10. Hotkeys Hotkey Icon Function Fn+F3 Communication device toggle Fn+F4 Sleep Description Toggles the WiFi, 3G and/or Bluetooth functions On and Off using a pop-up window. Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Fn+F5 Fn+F6 Fn+F7 Fn+F8 Display off Display - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 28
Euro symbol 0 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Hold Alt Gr and then press the € key. NOTE: NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. See www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 0 1. Open a text editor or word processor - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 29
D2D Recovery 0 The Acer Disk to Disk (D2D) recovery function allows you to use the recovery partition to troubleshoot your computer. 1. Restart the computer. 2. During POST, press F1 to access the BIOS Setup screen. 3. Press to select the Main menu. 4. Press to select the D2D Recovery field - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 30
System Block Diagram Figure 1-12. System Block Diagram 1-26 Hardware Specifications and Configurations - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 31
Specification Tables 0 Computer Specifications Item Metric Imperial Dimensions Width 38.16 cm 15.02 in Depth 25.3 cm 9.96 in Height 2.54-3.1 cm 1.0-1.22 in Weight (equipped with 6-cell UMA: 2.55 kg battery pack, HDD, and ODD) Discrete: 2.6 kg UMA: 5.63 lb Discrete: 5.73 lb - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 32
System Board Item System model Core logic Graphics LAN USB 3.0 USB 2.0 Bluetooth 3.0 + HS Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR Wireless LAN PCMCIA Audio codec Card reader Specification Specification TM6595T/6595TG TM8573T/8573TG Mobile Intel® QM67 Express Chipset UMA: Intel® HD Graphics 3000 integrated in - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 33
Four execution cores· L1 cache size: Two 32 KB instruction caches and two 32 KB data caches L2 cache size: °C; Off = 88 °C OS shuts down at 100°C; Hardware shuts down at 85 °C SPL Spec (dBA) 28 31 34 34 38.5 System Memory Item Specification Memory controller Integrated in the Intel - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 34
configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. Graphics Controller Item System model Chipset Specification Specification TM6595T/6595TG TM8573T/8573TG UMA: Intel® HD Graphics integrated in the Intel® Core™ Mobile Processor Discrete: NVIDIA® GeForce® N12GS/N12PGV UMA: Intel® HD - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 35
revision 2.1 BIOS Boot specification v1.01 Simple boot flag specification v2.1 System management bus specification v2.0 AHCI support Microsoft XP/Vista/Windows 7 logo program Microsoft SLP 1.0 support Microsoft OA 2.0 and 2.1 support Keyboard Item Specification Type Acer FineTouch - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 36
Hard Disk Drive Item Vendor and models Product series Configuration Interface Capacity (GB) Bytes per sector Data heads Disks Performance Data buffer Spindle speed (RPM) Media data transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max) Interface transfer rate (MB/sec, max) Power Requirement Specification Hitachi - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 37
button) Release by ATAPI command Emergency release (by emergency eject hole) 5 VDC ±0.25% Card Reader Item Controller Cards supported Manufacturing technology Specification Realtek RTS5209 MultiMediaCard™ (MMC) MultiMediaCard Plus (MMCplus™) Secure Digital™ (SD) xD-Picture Card™ (xD - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 38
×768) 0.252 mm 90/50 200- or 220 nit 500:1 Specification 8 ms 16 ms 3.8- or 4.4 W 1-channel LVDS White LED (WLED) 425 g 360 × 218 × 3.8 mm Supported LCD Resolutions Resolution 800x600, 60 Hz 16:9 1024x768, 60 Hz 16:9 1280x600, 60 Hz 16:9 1280x720, 60 Hz 16:9 1280x768, 60 Hz 16:9 1360x768, 60 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 39
Supported GPU Resolutions Resolution 800x600, 60 Hz 16:9 1024x768, 60 Hz 16:9 1280x600, 60 Hz 16:9 1280x720, 60 Hz 16:9 1280x768, 60 Hz 16:9 1360x768, 60 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 40
Wireless LAN Item System model Module Frequency band Protocols and data rates supported Interface Form factor Antennae Specification Specification TM6595T/6595TG TM8573T/8573TG Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 (Taylor Peak) 2×2 AGN Foxconn Atheros HB97 (HM) Liteon Atheros HB97 2X2 BGN - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 41
Broadcom BCM2046 Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR USB 2.0 2.1 Mbit/s 2.4 GHz 0.13µ Specification TM8573T/8573TG Atheros AR3011 Broadcom BCM2070 Bluetooth 3.0 + Express Chipset USB 2.0 - One (left side, supports eSATA device) and two (right side, one port supports power-off USB charging) USB 3.0 - One ( - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 42
System LED Indicators Item Power status Battery status HDD activity Wireless connectivity Battery Pack Item Vendor and models Battery type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration AC Adapter Item Input rating Input AC current (max) Output Specification Solid blue: The computer - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 43
a mechanical means; no electrical current is running through the circuitry and it can be worked on without damaging the hardware or endangering service personnel. Except for the real-time clock, power consumption is zero. G2/S5 Soft Off - OS initiated shutdown. The computer consumes a minimal - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 44
System Interrupt Specification Hardware IRQ IRQ0 IRQ1 IRQ2 IRQ3 IRQ5 IRQ6 IRQ7 IRQ8 IRQ9 IRQ10 IRQ11 IRQ12 IRQ13 IRQ14 IRQ15 System Function System timer Standard PS/2 keyboard Not in use Not in use Not in use Not in use Not in use System CMOS/real time clock Not in use Not in use Not in use - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 45
System IO Address Map (UMA) I/O address (hex) 0000 - 001F 0000 - 0CF7 0020 - 0021 0024 - 0025 0028 - 0029 002C - 002D 002E - 002F 0030 - 0031 0034 - 0035 0038 - 0039 003C - 003D 0040 - 0043 004E - 004F 0050 - 0053 0060 - 0060 0061 - 0061 0062 - 0062 0063 - 0063 0064 - 0064 0065 - 0065 0066 - 0066 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 46
I/O address (hex) 00AC - 00AD 00B0 - 00B1 00B2 - 00B3 00B4 - 00B5 00B8 - 00B9 00BC - 00BD 00C0 - 00DF 00F0 - 00F0 03B0 - 03BB 03C0 - 03DF 0400 - 0453 0454 - 0457 0458 - 047F 04D0 - 04D1 0500 - 057F 0D00 - FFFF 1000 - 100F 2000 - 2FFF 3000 - 303F 3060 - 307F 30A0 - 30A7 30A8 - 30AF 30B0 - 30B7 30B8 - - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 47
System IO Address Map (Discrete) I/O address (hex) 0000 - 001F 0000 - 0CF7 0020 - 0021 0024 - 0025 0028 - 0029 002C - 002D 002E - 002F 0030 - 0031 0034 - 0035 0038 - 0039 003C - 003D 0040 - 0043 004E - 004F 0050 - 0053 0060 - 0060 0061 - 0061 0062 - 0062 0063 - 0063 0064 - 0064 0065 - 0065 0066 - - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 48
00F0 03B0 - 03BB 03C0 - 03DF 0400 - 0453 0458 - 047F 04D0 - 04D1 0500 - 057F 0D00 - FFFF 1000 - 100F 2000 - 2FFF 3000 - 3FFF 3F80 - 3FFF 4000 - 403F 4060 - 407F 4080 - 4087 4088 - 408F 4090 - 4093 4094 - 4097 EFA0 - EFBF FFFF - FFFF FFFF - FFFF System Function (shipping configuration) Programmable - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 49
CHAPTER 2 System Utilities - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 50
BIOS Setup Utility 2-3 Navigating the BIOS Utility 2-3 BIOS Flash Utilities 2-12 WinFlash Utility 2-13 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 2-14 Removing the HDD Password 2-14 Removing the BIOS Passwords 2-15 Clearing the BIOS Passwords 2-16 Using DMI Tools 2-17 LAN EEPROM Utility 2-17 2-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 51
to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting when a problem arises. To enter this the utility, during POST (power-on self-test), press F2 when the prompt appears on the bottom of screen. The default setting of the F12 Boot Menu is Disabled. To change the boot device without entering the BIOS Setup Utility, set - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 52
BIOS Version: KBC Version: Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: Intel (R) Core (TM) i5-2410M CPU @ 2.30GHz 2.30 GHz WDC WD2500BPVT-22ZESTO WD-WX61AC0A8780 HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GU40N V1.01 75.19.1E.00.01 1.02c XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX No Asset Tag TM8573T Acer XXXXXXXX - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 53
Esc Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit Figure 2-2. BIOS Main. Table 2-2. BIOS Main Parameter System Time Description System time expressed in 24-hour format System Date System date Total Memory Total system memory - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 54
Table 2-2. BIOS Main (Continued) Parameter Description Format/Option Video Memory System memory allocated for graphics - processing Graphic Mode Option to set the graphic device. Option: Switchable, Integrated - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 55
to enter the password, three attempts are allowed before system halts. Resetting the BIOS password may require the user to return the computer to its dealer. Setting a Password 0 Follow the succeeding instructions to set the user or supervisor passwords. 1. Press to highlight a Set _______ - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 56
the screen. 4. Press Enter. NOTE: NOTE: Users can choose to enable the Password on Boot parameter. 5. Press F10 to save changes and exit from the BIOS Setup Utility. 2-8 System Utilities - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 57
without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. 4. Press F10 to save changes and exit from the BIOS Setup Utility. Changing a Password 0 1. Press to highlight a Set _______ Password parameter and press Enter. The Set _______ Password dialog box appears. Set - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 58
Password parameter to Set. NOTE: NOTE: Users can choose to enable the Password on Boot parameter. 6. Press F10 to save changes and exit from the BIOS Setup Utility. Boot 0 Use this tab to set the preferred drive sequence in which the Setup Utility attempts to boot the operating system. By default - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 59
to F10, save all changes of all menus, then exit setup configure driver. Finally resets the system automatically. F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item F5 Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit Figure 2-9. BIOS Exit Table 2-4. Exit Parameters Parameter Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 60
when it becomes corrupted. Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS Flash ROM. NOTE: NOTE: If a Crisis Recovery Disc is not available, create one before Flash utility is used. NOTE: NOTE: Do not install memory related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when Flash is used. NOTE: NOTE: Use AC adaptor - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 61
Press F2 during boot to enter Setup Menu. 2. Select Boot Menu to modify boot priority order. Example: If using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Information Phoenix SecureCore Tiano Setup Main Security Boot Exit Boot Priority Order: 1: HDD 0: WDC WD2500BPVT-22ZESTO 2: ATAPI - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 62
Password Utilities 0 This section explains how to remove the HDD and BIOS passwords. Removing the HDD Password 0 NOTE: NOTE: If the incorrect HDD password is entered three times in succession, an error is generated. (Figure 2-11) Password - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 63
Passwords 0 To clear a lost BIOS password (user or supervisor password), you need to short the clear password hardware gap (G2201) located on the mainboard. Refer to the "Clearing the BIOS Passwords" on page 5-6 section for detailed instructions. Figure 2-14. G2201 Hardware Gap System Utilities - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 64
AC adapter into the DC-in jack and plug one end to an electrical outlet. 7. Press the button to turn on the computer. 8. After the BIOS POST, remove the tool from the hardware gap. 9. Reinstall the battery pack and the lower case cover. 10. Turn on the computer and press F2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 65
DMI (Desktop Management Interface) Tool copies BIOS information to EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit Figure 2-15. BIOS Boot 5. Connect the USB HDD and reboot the computer. 6. At the command prompt, navigate - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 66
2-18 System Utilities - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 67
CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 68
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 3-5 Recommended Equipment 3-5 Replacement Requirements 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Removing the Battery Pack 3-9 Remove the Dummy Card 3-10 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 69
LCD Module Reassembly Process 3-63 Replacing the Antennas 3-63 Replacing the Microphone 3-64 Replacing the LCD Panel 3-65 Replacing the LCD Hinges 3-67 Replacing the LCD Bezel 3-68 Main Unit Reassembly Process 3-70 Replacing the LCD Module 3-70 Replacing the LAN Cable 3-73 Replacing the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 70
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Machine Disassembly and Replacement 0 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. Cable paths and positioning may not represent the actual model. During the removal and installation of the components, ensure all - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 72
Pre-disassembly Instructions 0 Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 2. Unplug the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 73
in that order. Table 3-1. Main Screw List Screw M2 × L3 M2.5 × L7 M2.5 × L3 M2 × L2.5 M2 × L5 M2.5 × L4 M2 × L2 Quantity 13 23 5 9 4 2 4 Acer Part Number 86.FR901.001 86.00E72.637 86.00G68.533 86.00H67.520 86.00Q15.525 86.9AL53.4R0 86.00D76.620 Machine Maintenance 3-7 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 74
3-2. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart Table 3-2. Screw List Step ODD Bracket Disassembly Base Door Disassembly WLAN Module Disassembly Screw M2 × L3 M2.5 × L7 M2.5 × L3 Quantity 3 5 1 Acer Part Number 86.FR901.001 86.00E72.637 86.00G68.533 3-8 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 75
Removing the Battery Pack 0 1. Turn the computer over so that the base is facing up. 2. Follow these steps to remove the battery from the battery bay. a. Slide the battery lock to the unlock position. Figure 3-3. Battery Pack b. Slide and hold the battery release latch pack. c. Remove the battery - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 76
Remove the Dummy Card 0 1. Push against the card reader dummy card, as if you were pushing it further into the slot (a). 2. Pull the dummy card out (b). Figure 3-5. Card Reader Dummy Card 3. Repeat above steps to remove the ExpressCard dummy card. Figure 3-6. ExpressCard Dummy Card 3-10 Machine - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 77
Removing the ODD Module 0 1. Slide and hold the MediaBay release latch the ODD module (a). 2. Slide the drive out of the drive bay (b). release latch all the way through to release Figure 3-7. ODD Module 3. Remove the screws securing the ODD plastic holder. Figure 3-8. ODD Plastic Holder Screws - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 78
4. Detach the ODD plastic holder from the module. Figure 3-9. ODD Plastic Holder 5. Pry the ODD bezel off the module. Figure 3-10. ODD Bezel 6. Pull the connector adapter off the module. 3-12 Figure 3-11. ODD Connector Adapter Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 79
Removing the Base Door 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Battery Pack" procedure described on page 3-9. 2. Remove the screws securing the base door. Figure 3-12. Base Door Screws Table 3-4. Screws Step Base Door Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L7 Quantity 5 Screw Type 3. Insert a non-marring plastic - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 80
4. Pry the top edges of the base door to separate the it from the lower case. Figure 3-14. Base Door 5. Pull the base door off the notebook computer. Figure 3-15. Base Door 3-14 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 81
Removing the HDD Module 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Base Door" procedure described on the preceding section. 2. Disconnect the HDD cable (a). Figure 3-16. HDD Cable 3. Grasp the plastic tab (b) and then pull the hard drive out of its compartment (c). Figure 3-17. HDD Module Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 82
4. Pry open the front HDD plastic holder off the HDD module (a). Figure 3-18. HDD Plastic Holder 5. Pry the tail end of the plastic holder off the HDD module (b) and then remove the HDD (c). Figure 3-19. HDD Plastic Holder 3-16 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 83
6. Pull the HDD adapter cable off the HDD. Figure 3-20. HDD Adapter Cable Machine Maintenance 3-17 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 84
Removing the WLAN Module 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Base Door" procedure described on page 3-13. 2. Unplug the two (2) antenna cables from the WLAN module. + IMPORTANT: For reference during machine reassembly, note which cable color corresponds to the main (black) and auxiliary (white) - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 85
4. Remove the WLAN module from the slot. Figure 3-23. WLAN Module Machine Maintenance 3-19 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 86
Removing the Memory Modules 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Base Door" procedure described on page 3-13. 2. Push out the latches on both sides of the memory slot until the module tilts upward (a), and then remove the DM1 slot module (b). Figure 3-24. DM1 Slot Module 3. Repeat step 2 to remove the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 87
Board Disassembly M2 x L2.5 Mainboard Disassembly M2 x L2.5 Thermal Module Disassembly - Speakers Disassembly M2 x L5 LCD Module Disassembly M2.5 × L7 Quantity 2 14 6 2 4 6 1 1 1 5 4 2 Acer Part Number 86.00E72.637 86.00E72.637 86.00F80.723 86.00H67.520 86.00G68.533 86.00F80.723 86.00H67 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 88
Removing the Keyboard 0 + IMPORTANT: The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care not to use excessive force when removing. 1. Perform the "Removing the Base Door" procedure described on page 3-13. 2. Remove the screws securing the keyboard. Figure 3-27. Keyboard - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 89
5. Gently pry up the keyboard. Figure 3-29. Keyboard 6. Slide the keyboard forward to access the keyboard cable. Figure 3-30. Keyboard Machine Maintenance 3-23 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 90
7. Open the connector latch (a) and then disconnect the cable (b). Figure 3-31. Keyboard Cable 3-24 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 91
Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover 0 1. Perform the "Removing the ODD Module" and "Removing the HDD Module" procedures described on pages 3-11and 3-15 respectively. 2. Perform the "Removing the Keyboard" procedure described on the preceding section. 3. Open the Smart Card cable connector latch - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 92
5. Open the connector latches for the touchpad and fingerprint board cables (a) and then disconnect the cables (b). Fingerprint board cable Touchpad cable Figure 3-34. Touchpad and Fingerprint Board Cables 6. Remove the top side screws securing the upper cover. Figure 3-35. Upper Cover Screw - Top - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 93
7. Remove the base side screws securing the upper cover. Figure 3-36. Upper Cover Screws - Base Side Table 3-9. Screws Step Upper Cover Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L7 Quantity 12 (#1-12) M2 × L3 6 (#13-18) Screw Type 8. Locate the small gaps between the upper cover and lower case, and insert a - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 94
Removing the Power Button Launch Board 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on the preceding section. 2. Open the connector latch (a) and then remove the cable (b). Figure 3-38. Power Button Launch Board Cable 3. Remove the screws securing the power button - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 95
4. Lift the power button launch board at an angle (a) and then remove from the upper cover (b). Figure 3-40. Power Button Launch Board Machine Maintenance 3-29 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 96
Removing the Smart Card Reader 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on page 3-25. 2. Open the connector latch and then remove the Smart card cable. Figure 3-41. Smart Card Cable 3. Remove the screws securing the Smart card reader. Figure 3-42. Smart Card - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 97
4. Lift the Smart card reader from the upper cover. Figure 3-43. Smart Card Reader Machine Maintenance 3-31 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 98
Removing the Fingerprint Board 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on page 3-25. 2. Open the connector latches for the touchpad and fingerprint board cables (a) and then disconnect the cables (b). Touchpad cable Fingerprint board cable Figure 3-44. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 99
4. Remove the touchpad bracket from the upper cover. Figure 3-46. Touchpad Bracket 5. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver between the fingerprint board and the upper cover, and carefully pry the board loose. Remove the fingerprint board from the palm rest. Figure 3-47. Fingerprint Board Machine - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 100
Removing the Touchpad Board 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on page 3-25. 2. Open the connector latches for the touchpad and fingerprint board cables (a) and then disconnect the cables (b). Touchpad cable Fingerprint board cable Figure 3-48. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 101
4. Remove the touchpad bracket from the upper cover. Figure 3-50. Touchpad Bracket 5. Detach the mylar tape securing the touchpad board. Figure 3-51. Touchpad Board Machine Maintenance 3-35 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 102
6. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver between the touchpad board and the upper cover, and carefully pry the board loose. Remove the touchpad board from the palm rest. Figure 3-52. Touchpad Board NOTE: NOTE: A circuit board that is > 10cm2 has been highlighted with a yellow rectangle in Figure 3- - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 103
Removing the USB Board 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on page 3-25. 2. Disconnect the right speaker cable from the USB board. Figure 3-53. Right Speaker Cable 3. Open the USB board cable's connector latch (a) and then disconnect the USB board cable - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 104
4. Remove the screw securing the USB board. Figure 3-55. Touchpad and Fingerprint Board Bracket Screws Table 3-14. Screw Step USB Board Disassembly Screw M2 × L2.5 Quantity 1 Screw Type 5. Remove the USB board from the lower case. Figure 3-56. USB Board 3-38 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 105
Removing the TPM Board 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on page 3-25. 2. Remove the screw securing the TPM board. Figure 3-57. TPM Board Screw Table 3-15. Screw Step TPM Board Disassembly Screw M2 × L2.5 Quantity 1 3. Detach the TPM board from its - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 106
Removing the RTC Battery 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover" procedure described on page 3-25. 2. Disconnect the RTC battery cable. Figure 3-59. RTC Battery Cable NOTE: NOTE: The RTC battery has been highlighted with a yellow circle in Figure 3-59. Detach the RTC battery and - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 107
Removing the Mainboard 0 1. Perform the "Removing the ODD Module" and "Removing the HDD Module" procedures described on pages 3-11 and 3-15 respectively. 2. If a WLAN module is installed, remove it. Perform the "Removing the WLAN Module" procedure described on pages 3-18. 3. Perform the "Removing - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 108
6. Detach the silver tape securing the LCD cable to the lower case. Figure 3-63. LCD Cable Tape 7. Detach the black tape covering the microphone cable. Figure 3-64. Microphone Cable Tape 8. Disconnect the microphone cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-65. Microphone Cable 3-42 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 109
9. Open the USB board cable's connector latch (a) and then disconnect the USB board cable from the mainboard (b). Figure 3-66. USB Board Cable 10. Disconnect the left speaker cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-67. Left Speaker Cable Machine Maintenance 3-43 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 110
11. Remove the screw securing the mainboard. Figure 3-68. Mainboard Screw Table 3-16. Screw Step Mainboard Disassembly Screw M2 × L2.5 Quantity 1 Screw Type 12. Lift the mainboard at an angle and disconnect the LAN cable (a) and then remove the mainboard out of the lower case (b). Make sure - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 111
13. Disconnect the DC input cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-70. DC input Cable Machine Maintenance 3-45 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 112
Removing the Thermal Module 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Mainboard" procedure described on the preceding section. 2. Disconnect the thermal module fan cable from the mainboard. Figure 3-71. Fan Cable 3. Loosen the spring-loaded captive screws securing the thermal module. Follow the screw sequence - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 113
4. Remove the thermal module from the mainboard. Figure 3-73. Thermal Module Machine Maintenance 3-47 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 114
Removing the CPU 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Mainboard" procedure described on page 3-41. 2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the CPU socket lock screw counter-clockwise. Figure 3-74. CPU Socket Screw 3. Remove the CPU from the mainboard. Figure 3-75. CPU 3-48 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 115
Removing the Speakers 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Mainboard" procedure described on page 3-41. 2. Remove the screws securing the speakers. Figure 3-76. Speaker Screws Table 3-18. Screws Step Speakers Disassembly Screw M2 x L5 Figure 3-77. Speaker Screws 3. Lift the speakers from the lower - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 116
Removing the LAN Cable 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Mainboard" procedure described on page 3-41. 2. Detach the LAN cable from the lower case. Figure 3-79. LAN Cable 3. Remove the cable from the lower case. Figure 3-80. LAN Cable 3-50 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 117
Removing the LCD Module 0 1. Perform the "Removing the Mainboard" procedure described on page 3-41. 2. Remove the black tapes securing the antenna cables to the lower case. Figure 3-81. Antenna Cables' Tapes 3. Release the blue antenna cable from its top side latches. Figure 3-82. Blue Antenna - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 118
4. Release the yellow antenna cable from its top side latches. Figure 3-83. Yellow Antenna Cable - Top Side Latches 5. Release the black antenna cable from its top side latches. Figure 3-84. Black Antenna Cable - Top Side Latches 3-52 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 119
6. Release the white antenna cable from their top side latches. Figure 3-85. White Antenna Cable - Top Side Latches 7. Remove the screws securing the LCD module. Figure 3-86. LCD Module Hinge Screws Table 3-19. Screws Step LCD Module Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L7 Quantity 2 Screw Type Machine - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 120
8. Remove the LCD module from the lower case. Figure 3-87. LCD Module 3-54 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 121
Module Disassembly Flowchart Table 3-20. Screw List Step LCD Bezel Disassembly LCD Hinges Disassembly LCD Panel Disassembly Screw Quantity M2.5 × L4 2 M2 × L2 4 M2.5 × L2.5 4 Acer Part Number 86.9AL53.4R0 86.00D76.620 86.00K60.630 Machine Maintenance 3-55 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 122
Removing the LCD Bezel 0 1. Perform the "Removing the LCD Module" procedure described on page 3-51. 2. Remove the screw rubber covers on the lower corners of the LCD bezel. Figure 3-89. LCD Bezel Screw Covers 3. Remove the screws on the lower corners of the LCD bezel. Figure 3-90. LCD Bezel Screws - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 123
4. Carefully pry loose the LCD bezel from the LCD cover. Start on the bottom side, continue to the left and right sides, and finally the top side. Figure 3-91. LCD Bezel 5. Remove the bezel from the LCD module. Figure 3-92. LCD Bezel Machine Maintenance 3-57 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 124
Removing the LCD Hinges 0 1. Perform the "Removing the LCD Bezel" procedure described on the preceding section. 2. Remove the screws securing the LCD hinges. Figure 3-93. LCD Hinge Screws Table 3-22. Screws Step LCD Hinges Disassembly Screw M2 × L2 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3. Release the antenna - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 125
Removing the LCD Panel 0 1. Perform the "Removing the LCD Hinges" procedure described on the preceding section. 2. Remove the screws securing the LCD panel. Figure 3-95. LCD Panel Screws Table 3-23. Screws Step LCD Panel Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L2.5 3. Lift the panel from the LCD cover. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 126
5. Detach the transparent tape securing the LCD cable (a) and then disconnect the cable from the LCD board (b). Figure 3-97. LCD Cable - LCD Side 3-60 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 127
Removing the Microphone 0 1. Perform the "Removing the LCD Panel" procedure described on the preceding section. 2. Release the microphone cable from the adhesive tabs securing them. Figure 3-98. Microphone Cable Tapes 3. Remove the microphone from the LCD cover. Figure 3-99. Microphone 4. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 128
Removing the Antennas 0 1. Perform the "Removing the LCD Panel" procedure described on page 3-59. 2. Release the antenna cables from the cable guides. Figure 3-101. Antennas 3. Detach the tin foil tapes securing the antenna cables (a) and then remove the antenna cables from the LCD cover (b). Figure - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 129
LCD Module Reassembly Process 0 Replacing the Antennas 0 1. Place the antenna cables on the LCD cover and then secure the cables with tin foil tapes. Figure 3-103. Antennas 2. Route the antenna cables to the cable guides. Figure 3-104. Antennas Machine Maintenance 3-63 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 130
to the microphone board. Figure 3-105. Microphone Cable 2. Place the microphone on the LCD cover. Figure 3-106. Microphone 3. Route the microphone cable to the cable guides and then secure the cable underneath the adhesive tabs. 3-64 Figure 3-107. Microphone Cable Tapes Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 131
Replacing the LCD Panel 0 1. Connect the LCD cable to the LCD board. Figure 3-108. LCD Cable 2. Secure LCD cable connection with the transparent tape (a). Make sure to secure the LCD cable in place using double-sided adhesive tape (b). Figure 3-109. LCD Cable Machine Maintenance 3-65 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 132
3. Place the LCD panel on the LCD cover. Figure 3-110. LCD Panel 4. Secure the LCD panel with the four screws. Figure 3-111. LCD Panel Screws Table 3-24. Screws Step LCD Panel Assembly Screw M2.5 × L2.5 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3-66 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 133
Replacing the LCD Hinges 0 1. Slide the antenna cables through the hole in the LCD hinges and then install the hinge support brackets. Figure 3-112. Left and Right LCD Hinges 2. Secure the LCD hinges with the four screws. Figure 3-113. LCD Hinge Screws Table 3-25. Screws Step - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 134
Replacing the LCD Bezel 0 1. Place the bezel on top the LCD panel and then press the bezel on all sides until it snaps into place. NOTE: NOTE: Make sure that the LCD, webcam, microphone, and antenna cables are properly routed on the hinge sides and there is no gap between the bezel and the LCD cover - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 135
3. Secure the bezel with the two screw covers. Figure 3-116. LCD Bezel Screw Covers Machine Maintenance 3-69 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 136
Main Unit Reassembly Process 0 Replacing the LCD Module 0 1. Position the LCD module on the lower case. Figure 3-117. LCD Module 2. Secure LCD module with the two screws. Figure 3-118. LCD Module Hinge Screws Table 3-27. Screws Step LCD Module Assembly Screw M2.5 × L7 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3- - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 137
3. Route the antenna cables through their top side latches and then insert the antenna cables into the openings on the lower case. Figure 3-119. Antenna Cables - Top Side Latches 4. Secure the antenna cables underneath the black tapes. Figure 3-120. Antenna Cables' Tapes Machine Maintenance 3-71 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 138
5. Secure the blue and yellow antenna cables underneath the black tapes and secure the black and white antenna cables to their base side latches. Figure 3-121. Antenna Cables - Tapes and Base Side Latches 3-72 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 139
Replacing the LAN Cable 0 1. Position the LAN cable on the lower case. Figure 3-122. LAN Cable 2. Press down on the cable to secure on the lower case. Make sure to secure the cable in place using double-sided adhesive tape. Machine Maintenance 3-73 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 140
Replacing the Speakers 0 1. Position the speakers on the lower case. Figure 3-123. Left and Right Speakers 2. Secure the speakers with the four screws. Figure 3-124. Speaker Screws Table 3-28. Screws Step Speakers Assembly Screw M2 x L5 Quantity 4 Screw Type 3-74 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 141
Replacing the CPU 0 1. Place the CPU in the socket. Figure 3-125. CPU 2. Make sure the gold arrow on the corner of the CPU is aligned with the beveled corner of the socket. The CPU will easily fit into the socket if you orient it properly. Figure 3-126. CPU Orientation Marker Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 142
3. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the socket screw clockwise to secure the CPU in place. Figure 3-127. CPU Socket Screw 3-76 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 143
module and the CPU. 2. Apply a small amount of thermal grease onto the center area of the CPU. There is no need to spread the grease manually, the force used during the installation of the thermal module is sufficient. The following brands of thermal grease are approved for use: N302 I-Connosseur - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 144
4. Tighten the spring-loaded captive screws to secure the thermal module. Follow the screw sequence indicated on Figure 3-129. Figure 3-129. Thermal Module Screws Table 3-29. Screws Step Thermal Module Assembly Screw - 5. Connect the fan cable to the mainboard. Quantity 5 Screw Type - Figure - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 145
Replacing the RTC Battery 0 1. Position the RTC battery on the mainboard and then press down to secure it to the mainboard. Make sure to secure the battery in place using double-sided adhesive tape. Figure 3-131. RTC Battery 2. Connect the battery cable to the mainboard. Figure 3-132. Battery Cable - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 146
Replacing the Mainboard 0 1. Connect the DC input cable to the mainboard. Figure 3-133. RF Switch and DC input Cables 2. Connect the LAN cable to the mainboard (a) and then slide the mainboard toward the left side of the lower case, with the I/O ports of the mainboard extruding from their port holes - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 147
3. Secure the mainboard with the one screw. Figure 3-135. Mainboard Screw Table 3-30. Screw Step Mainboard Assembly Screw M2 × L2.5 4. Connect the microphone cable to the mainboard. Quantity 1 Screw Type Figure 3-136. Microphone Cable Machine Maintenance 3-81 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 148
5. Secure the microphone cable underneath the black tape. Figure 3-137. Microphone Cable's Tape 6. Secure the LCD cable to the lower case with the tin foil tape. Figure 3-138. LCD Cable Tape 7. Connect the LCD cable to the mainboard. 3-82 Figure 3-139. LCD Cable Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 149
8. Secure the LCD cable connection with the transparent tape. Figure 3-140. LCD Cable Tape 9. Connect the left speaker cable to the mainboard. Figure 3-141. Left Speaker Cable 10. Position the USB board cable on the lower case. Connect the USB board cable to the mainboard (a) and then close the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 150
Replacing the USB Board 0 1. Slide the USB board toward the right side of the lower case, with the I/O ports of the USB board extruding from their port holes, and then lower the USB board in place. Figure 3-143. USB Board 2. Secure the USB board with the one screw. Figure 3-144. USB Board Screw - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 151
3. Connect the USB board cable to USB board (a) and then close the connector latch (b). Figure 3-145. USB Board Cable 4. Connect the right speaker cable to the USB board. Figure 3-146. Right Speaker Cable Machine Maintenance 3-85 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 152
Replacing the TPM Board 0 1. Connect the TPM board to the mainboard. Figure 3-147. TPM Board 2. Secure the TPM board with the one screw. Figure 3-148. TPM Board Screw Table 3-32. Screw Step TPM Board Assembly Screw M2 × L2.5 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3-86 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 153
Replacing the Fingerprint Board 0 1. Attach a double-sided adhesive tape on the back side of the fingerprint board. Position the fingerprint board on the upper cover and press down to secure the board in place. Figure 3-149. Fingerprint Board 2. Connect the fingerprint board cable and then close the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 154
Replacing the Touchpad Board 0 1. Attach a double-sided adhesive tape on the back side of the touchpad board. Position the touchpad on the upper cover and press down to secure the board in place. Figure 3-150. Touchpad Board 2. Secure a mylar tape over the touchpad board. Figure 3-151. Touchpad - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 155
3. Slide the right edge of the touchpad bracket under the tab on the upper cover (a) and then lower the bracket in place (b). Figure 3-152. Touchpad Bracket 4. Secure the touchpad bracket with the four screws. Figure 3-153. Touchpad Bracket Screws Table 3-33. Screw Step Touchpad Bracket Assembly - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 156
5. Connect the touchpad and fingerprint board cables (a) and then close the connector latches (b). Figure 3-154. Touchpad and Fingerprint Board Cables 3-90 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 157
Replacing the Smart Card Reader 0 1. Position the Smart card reader on the upper cover. Figure 3-155. Smart Card Reader 2. Secure the Smart card reader with the four screws. Figure 3-156. Smart Card Reader Screws Table 3-34. Screws Step Smart Card Reader Assembly Screw M2.5 × L3 Quantity 4 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 158
3. Connect the Smart card cable to the Smart card reader. Figure 3-157. Smart Card Cable 3-92 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 159
Replacing the Power Button Launch Board 0 1. Position the power button launch board on the upper cover aligning the tabs in the cover (a) and then lower the board in place (b). Figure 3-158. Power Button Launch Board 2. Secure the power button launch board with the two screws. Figure 3-159. Power - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 160
3. Connect the power button launch board cable (a) and then close the connector latch (b). Press down on the cable to secure it in place. Figure 3-160. Power Button Launch Board Cable 3-94 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 161
Replacing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover 0 1. Make sure the mainboard end of both the power button board and touchpad board cables are not caught underneath the upper cover. 2. Align the upper cover with the lower case, then press it down on all sides until it snaps into place. Figure 3-161. Upper - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 162
4. Connect the touchpad and fingerprint board cables to their mainboard connectors (a) and then close their connector latches (b). Fingerprint board cable Touchpad cable Figure 3-163. Touchpad and Fingerprint Board Cables 5. Connect the power button launch board cable (a) and then close the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 163
6. Secure the upper cover with the two screws. Figure 3-165. Upper Cover Screw - Top Side Table 3-36. Screws Step Screw Upper Cover Assembly M2.5 × L7 Quantity 2 Screw Type 7. Close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so that the base is facing up. 8. Secure the upper cover with the - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 164
Replacing the Keyboard 0 1. Install the keyboard standoffs before installing the new keyboard. Remember to peel off the paper from the keyboard standoffs. Figure 3-167. Keyboard Standoffs 2. Connect the keyboard cable to the mainboard (a) and then close the connector latch (b). Figure 3-168. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 165
3. Align the tabs along the bottom edge of the keyboard with the corresponding slots on the upper cover, then press the keyboard down until the tabs snaps into place. Figure 3-169. Keyboard 4. Close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so that the base is facing up. 5. Secure the keyboard with - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 166
External Module Reassembly Process 0 Replacing the WLAN Module 0 1. Insert the WLAN module at a 30° angle into the Mini Card slot. Figure 3-171. WLAN Module 2. Secure the WLAN module with the one screw. Figure 3-172. WLAN Module Screw Table 3-39. Screw Step WLAN Module Assembly Screw M2.5 × L3 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 167
3. Connect the main and auxiliary antenna cables to the WLAN module. + IMPORTANT: The main antenna cable (black) should be attached to connector near the module screw; the auxiliary antenna cable (white) should be attached to the connector near the lower case cable opening. Figure 3-173. WLAN Module - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 168
Replacing the Memory Modules 0 1. Insert the memory module at a 30° angle into the DMI memory slot (a) and then press it down until it clicks into place (b). The module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 169
Replacing the HDD Module 0 1. Connect the HDD adapter cable to the HDD module. Figure 3-176. HDD Adapter Cable 2. Insert the HDD into plastic holder (a) and flex the back of the holder and insert the pins into the HDD mounting holes (b), and then flex the front of the holder and inert the pins into - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 170
3. Lay down the hard drive in the HDD bay (a) and then slide it firmly into place (b). Figure 3-178. HDD Module 4. Connect the HDD cable (c). Figure 3-179. HDD Cable 3-104 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 171
Replacing the Base Door 0 1. Insert the tabs on the base door into the slots on the lower case (a) and then press down the base door into place (b). Figure 3-180. Base Door 2. Secure the base door with the five screws. Figure 3-181. Base Door Screws Table 3-40. Screws Step Base Door Assembly - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 172
Replacing the ODD Module 0 1. Connect the ODD connector adapter to the optical drive. Figure 3-182. ODD Connector Adapter 2. Attach the ODD bezel to the optical drive. Figure 3-183. ODD Bezel 3-106 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 173
3. Attach the plastic holder to the ODD. Figure 3-184. ODD Plastic Holder 4. Secure the ODD plastic holder with the three screws. Figure 3-185. ODD Plastic Holder Screws Table 3-41. Screws Step ODD Plastic Holder Assembly Screw M2 × L3 Quantity 3 Screw Type Machine Maintenance 3-107 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 174
5. Slide the optical drive into the drive bay until it snaps into place and the ODD bezel is flush against the lower case. Figure 3-186. ODD Module 3-108 Machine Maintenance - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 175
Replacing the Dummy Card 0 1. Insert the dummy card into the slot until it clicks into place. Figure 3-187. Card Reader Dummy Card 2. To replace the ExpressCard dummy card, repeat step 1. Figure 3-188. ExpressCard Dummy Card Machine Maintenance 3-109 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 176
Replacing the Battery Pack 0 1. Turn the computer over so that the base is facing up. 2. Position the battery pack into the bay and then press it down until it snaps into place (a). Figure 3-189. Battery Pack 3. Slide the battery lock to the lock position (b). Figure 3-190. Battery Pack 3-110 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 177
CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 178
Failure 4-12 USB Failure 4-13 WLAN Failure 4-14 Bluetooth Failure 4-15 Card Reader Failure 4-16 Thermal Unit Failure 4-17 Other Functions Failure 4-18 Intermittent Problems 4-19 Undetermined Problems 4-19 Error Codes 4-20 BIOS Beep Codes 4-21 POST Codes 4-26 Component Codes 4-26 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 179
. General Information 0 The following procedures are a guide for troubleshooting computer problems. The step by step procedures are designed to be performed as described. NOTE: NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended for Acer products only. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 180
perform the following, one at a time, to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. Figure 4-1. Power On outlet. Plug the computer directly into a known serviceable electrical outlet. 4. Disconnect the power and open the Support Information on page 9-3. 4-4 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 181
the internal and external display by pressing Fn+F5. NOTE: NOTE: This hotkey may not apply to all models. Refer to the computer's user manual for the applicable hotkey sequence. 2. Make sure the computer has power by checking for one of the following: Fans start up Status LEDs illuminate - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 182
version if updated. 5. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Check the Device Manager to determine that: The device is properly installed. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks There are no device conflicts No hardware is listed under Other Devices 4-6 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 183
Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on-screen prompts. 9. If the issue is still not resolved, refer to the Online Support Information on page 9-3 LCD Failure 0 If the LCD fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-3. LCD - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 184
Keyboard Failure 0 If the Keyboard fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-4. Keyboard Failure 4-8 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 185
Touchpad Failure 0 If the Touchpad fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-5. Touchpad Failure Troubleshooting 4-9 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 186
Internal Speaker Failure Sound Problems 0 Perform the following, updated recently, roll back the audio driver to the previous version. 4. Remove and reinstall the audio driver. 5. Make sure that all volume controls are set mid range: Click the volume icon on the task bar 4-10 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 187
, repeat step 9, selecting an earlier time and date. 11. Reinstall the Operating System. 12. If the issue is still not resolved, refer to the Online Support Information on page 9-3 Troubleshooting 4-11 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 188
tab. 5. Increase the volume to the maximum setting and click OK. 6. Test the microphone hardware: Select the microphone and click Configure. Select Set prompts to complete the test. 7. If the issue is still not resolved, refer to the Online Support Information on page 9-3 4-12 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 189
USB Failure 0 If the USB fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-8. USB Failure Troubleshooting 4-13 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 190
WLAN Failure 0 If the WLAN fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-9. WLAN Failure 4-14 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 191
Bluetooth Failure 0 If the Bluetooth fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-10. Bluetooth Failure Troubleshooting 4-15 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 192
Card Reader Failure 0 If the Card Reader fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-11. Card Reader Failure 4-16 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 193
Thermal Unit Failure 0 If the Thermal Unit fails, perform the following, one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: Figure 4-12. Thermal Unit Failure Troubleshooting 4-17 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 194
Other Functions Failure 0 1. Check if drives are functioning correctly. 2. Check if external modules are functioning correctly. 3. Change mainboard to check if current one is defective. 4-18 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 195
, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors. Undetermined Problems 0 The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or non-defective FRU). NOTE: NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: NOTE: Verify that the power supply being - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 196
Codes Error Messages 006 Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (The was entered. Battery critically low. In this situation BIOS will issue four (4) short beeps, then shuts the system down. No message - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 197
Mastering devices 14h Initialize keyboard controller 16h 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum 17h Initialize cache before memory autosize Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 20h 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 22h 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller 24h Set ES memory bus Troubleshooting 4-21 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 198
(optional) 4Ch Shadow video BIOS ROM 4Eh Display BIOS copyright notice 50h Display CPU type and speed 51h Initialize EISA board 52h Test keyboard 54h Set key click if enabled 58h 2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts 59h Initialize POST display service 5Ah Display prompt "Press - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 199
Configurable Devices (optional) 88h Initialize BIOS Area 89h Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) 8Ah Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area 8Bh Test and initialize PS/2 mouse 8Ch Initialize 1-2 Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure. Troubleshooting 4-23 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 200
Table 4-3. BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps POST Routine Description 99h Check for SMART drive (optional) 9Ah Shadow option ROMs 9Ch Set system error handler C5h PnPnd dual CMOS (optional) C6h Initialize notebook docking (optional) C7h Initialize notebook docking late 4-24 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 201
Checksum BIOS ROM E7h Go to BIOS E8h test F0h Initialize interrupt vectors F1h Initialize Run Time Clock F2h Initialize video F3h Initialize System Management Mode F4h 1 Output one beep before boot F5h Boot to Mini DOS F6h Clear Huge Segment F7h Boot to Full DOS Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 202
are designed to show the execution point while booting or executing services. Error Codes are designed to halt on exceptional (fatal) error component codes: The Component Code is assigned to an individual component (or driver) using the POSTCODE= option in the DSC file. If the value Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 203
) POSTCODE_CC_GRAPHICS_CONSOLE (0x50) POSTCODE_CC_SERIAL_CONSOLE (0x51) POSTCODE_CC_TEXT_CONSOLE (0x52) POSTCODE_CC_DISK_IO (0x53) POSTCODE_CC_PARTITION (0x54) POSTCODE_CC_SETUP (0x55) POSTCODE_CC_LEGACY_BIOS (0x56) POSTCODE_CC_BLOCK_IO_THUNK (0x57) POSTCODE_CC_CRYPTO (0x58) Troubleshooting 4-27 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 204
are reserved for future expansion. 0xc0-0xcf These values are reserved for core chipset drivers (north bridge, south bridge and CPU) and are assigned by chipset family. 0xd6-0xd7 - Reserved for future expansion. 0xd8-0xdf Reserved for platform usage. 4-28 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 205
end of DXE IPL. POSTCODE_EC_IPL_PPI (0xee) - Couldn't find PPIs needed by DXE. POSTCODE_EC_DXE_ARCH (0xef) - Missing one or more architectural protocols at the end of DXE. Troubleshooting 4-29 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 206
the DE/UEFI entry point. POSTCODE_PC_COMP_SUPPORTED (0x05) - The Supported() member function of the component's instance of the Driver Binding protocol was called. POSTCODE_PC_COMP_START (0x06) - The Start usage. 0x60-0x7f Reserved. These are reserved for future expansion. 4-30 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 207
CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 208
Mainboard Layout 5-3 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 5-5 Clearing the BIOS Passwords 5-5 Performing a BIOS Recovery 5-6 5-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 209
cable connector No. Code 11 USBCN1 12 BT2 13 CARD1 14 RTC1 15 SPK1 16 LOUT1 Component USB board cable connector Bluetooth cable connector Memory card reader RTC battery cable connector Speaker cable connector Headphones/speaker /line-out jack Jumper and Connector Locations - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 210
Table 5-1. Mainboard Top No. Code Component 7 BTNC1 Power button board cable connector 8 KB1 Keyboard cable connector 9 TPMCN1 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) connector 10 USBCN2 USB board cable connector No. Code 17 MICIN1 Component Microphone jack 18 PLED1/ Status indicators - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 211
slot 17 BAT2 8 3GLAN1 3G network module slot 18 LAN1 9 DM1 DDR3 slot 1 10 DM2 DDR3 slot 2 Component WLAN module slot Clear BIOS password hardware gap HDD connector Mobile Intel Express Chipset ODD connector NVIDIA® N12PGS/ N12PGV chipset (for Discrete model) Second battery connector LAN - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 212
AC adapter into the DC-in jack and plug one end to an electrical outlet. 7. Press the button to turn on the computer. 8. After the BIOS POST, remove the tool from the hardware gap. 9. Reinstall the battery pack and the lower case cover. 10. Turn on the computer and press F2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 213
USB port. 3. Open the Notepad program and create a new file. 4. Type startup.nsh. For example, the USB key prompt is fs0. The PFlash.efi and BIOS.cap files are in the fs0: root directory. Figure 5-4. Startup.nsh File 5. Save this file as startup.nsh in the USB flash drive's root directory - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 214
the process is complete the computer will automatically reboot. 4. Disconnect the USB flash drive from the computer. 5. Perform a BIOS flash procedure to update the BIOS firmware. Refer to the "BIOS Flash Utilities" section on page 2-12 for detailed instructions. 5-8 Jumper and Connector Locations - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 215
CHAPTER 6 FRU List - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 216
TravelMate 6595T/6595TG/8573T/8573TG Exploded Diagrams 6-4 Main Assembly 6-4 LCD Assembly 6-6 FRU List 6-7 6-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 217
Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations for the TravelMate 6595T/6595TG/8573T/8573TG. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for changes will not be noted on the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, the Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 218
TravelMate 6595T/6595TG/8573T/8573TG Exploded Diagrams 0 Main Assembly 0 Figure 6-1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram Table 6-1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Touchpad bracket Upper case Power button launch board Fingerprint - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 219
Table 6-1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram No. Description 8 Battery 9 Smart card reader 10 Lower case 11 Docking connector rubber cover 12 Base door 13 Thermal module 14 ODD plastic holder 15 ODD connector adapter 16 ODD module 17 ODD bezel 18 HDD module 19 HDD plastic - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 220
0 Figure 6-2. LCD Assembly Exploded Diagram Table 6-2. LCD Assembly Exploded Diagram No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description LCD cover LCD bezel LCD left hinge support LCD right hinge support LCD left hinge bracket LCD right hinge bracket LCD-webcam coaxial cable LCD panel Webcam board Part Number 60 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 221
FRU List 0 Category ADAPTER BATTERY BOARDS Description Acer Part No. ADP LITEON 65W 19V PA PRINTER EGISTEC ES603-WB-B02 55.V4B01.001 55.V4B01.002 SMART CARD READER TAISOL DS M FOR ACER 55.V4B01.006 TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM-01474-002 ASSY T/P BUTTON BTN1030 WWAN HUAWEI EM820W FRU (Field - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 222
CABLES 6-8 WLAN TAYLOR PEAK 2X2 BGN KI.TPH01.001 BT MODULE BCM92070MD_REF V2.1 FW 2.2.3 FOXCONN BLUETOOTH ATH BU_12 BT 2.1 BH.21100.007 BH.21100.012 C.A. BAD50 DCIN CABLE 60W HL C.A. BAD50 DCIN CABLE 60W YY BAD50 DCIN CABLE 90W HL C.A. BAD50 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 223
C.A. LED LCD CABLEL BAD50 C.A. LED LCD CABLE YY BAD50 CODE SWISS 2.5A 250V 3P BK CODE 10A 250V 3P SWISS BK CORD ARGENTINE,10A 250V3G,1.8M CODE US 7A 125V BK CODE 10A 125V 3P US BK CORD 7A250V 2P 1830 KOREAN CODE UK 2.5A 250V 3P BK CODE 5A 250V 3P UK BK CODE JAPAN 7A 125V 2P BK CODE DENMARK 2.5A 250V - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 224
CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY BAD50_DUMMY_CARD BAD50_EXPRESS_DUMMY_CARD BAD50 UCASE ASSY(FOR DIS SKU) 42.V4B01.003 42.V4B01.002 60.V4B01.002 BAD50 LCASE DOOR SUBASSY ASSY BAD50 LCASE ASSY 42.V4B01.001 60.V4B01.001 6-10 BAD50_LCASE_SPEAKER_R_ASM BAD50_SPEAKER_R_YUN.ASM BAD50_LCASE_SPEAKER_L_ASM - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 225
HINGE SUPPORT L BAD50 HINGE SUPPORT R BAD50 ASSY BAD50 60 LCD BEZEL WITH CCD 33.V4B01.003 33.V4B01.004 60.V4B01.004 ASSY BAD50 60 LCD PANEL NO3G 60.V4B01. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 226
HEATSINK HDD 750GB WD WD7500BPVT-22HXZT1 4K 5.4KR HDD 750GB TOSHIBA MK7559GSXP 5.4K 4KSECT HDD 250GB5.4KS W/O 3G FOR BAD50_HR HDD 250GB HGST HTS543225A7A384 7mmH 5.4K HDD 250GB5.4KS_4K W/O 3G FOR BAD50_HR HDD 250GB HGST HTS543225A7A384 7mmH 5.4K HDD 320GB5.4KS W/O 3G FOR BAD50_HR HDD 320GB WD - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 227
KEYBOARD LCD KB 9Z.N6SPW.100 SWISS 106KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.102 TAIWAN 105KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.103 THAI 105KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.106 PORTUGAL 106KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.10A ARABIC 105KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.10D DANISH 106KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.10E ITALIAN 106KEY BW7P KB 9Z.N6SPW.10F FRENCH 106KEY BW7P KB 9Z. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 228
CAMERA MICROPHONE CAMERA 1.3M HD 10P2SF205 LITEON CAMERA 1.3M HD CNFA1A621004970LH CHICONY CAMERA 1.3M HD HF1316-P80A-SS06 SUYIN 56.18012.723 56.18006.725 56.18007.724 MICROPHONE SUNMOWNG BAD40 SMA RESERVE MAINBOARD BAD50_HR MB 10309-1M UMA QM67 W/O 3G (D) BAD50 MB 10309-1M PGS_HYN QM67 WO 3G - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 229
SCREWS KB_SCREW_JE40_GR SCREW M2X2.0 SCRW NYLOK M2*L2.5 M2*L3 BLACK ZN SCRW M2.5*3 NI SLIM-HEAD SCRW WAFER M2.5*L7 BZN F NOTE SCRW WAFER M2*L2 BZN KS NOTE SCRW M2.5L2.5 NYLOK SCRW M2.5 L4 86.RC901.001 86.9A552.2R0 86.00H67.520 86.FR901.001 86.00G68.533 86.00E72.637 86.00D76.620 86.00K60.630 86. - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 230
6-16 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 231
CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 232
TravelMate 4750/4750G 7-3 7-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 233
Model Definition and Configuration TravelMate 6595T/6595TG/8573T/8573TG 0 Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description Model Definition and Configuration 7-3 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 234
Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description 7-4 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 235
Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description TM4740-484G3 AAP 2Mnss TM4740-484G3 EMEA 2Mnss TM4740-484G3 PA 2Mnss TM4740-484G5 AAP 0Mnss Philippines Middle East ACLA-Spa nish India LX.TVQ03.304 LX.TVQ03.290 LX.TVQ03.293 LX.TVQ0C.088 TM4740-484G32Mnss EM - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 236
Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description 7-6 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 237
Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description Model Definition and Configuration 7-7 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 238
Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description 7-8 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 239
Table 7-1. Model Definition Model RO Country Acer Part No Description Model Definition and Configuration 7-9 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 240
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU 7-10 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 241
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU Model Definition and Configuration 7-11 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 242
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU 7-12 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 243
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU Model Definition and Configuration 7-13 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 244
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU 7-14 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 245
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU Model Definition and Configuration 7-15 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 246
Table 7-2. Model Definition - CPU Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name CPU 7-16 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 247
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD Model Definition and Configuration 7-17 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 248
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD 7-18 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 249
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD Model Definition and Configuration 7-19 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 250
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD 7-20 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 251
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD Model Definition and Configuration 7-21 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 252
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD 7-22 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 253
Table 7-3. Model Definition - LCD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name LCD Model Definition and Configuration 7-23 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 254
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip 7-24 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 255
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip Model Definition and Configuration 7-25 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 256
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip 7-26 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 257
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip Model Definition and Configuration 7-27 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 258
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip 7-28 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 259
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip Model Definition and Configuration 7-29 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 260
Table 7-4. Model Definition - VGA Chip Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VGA Chip 7-30 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 261
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM Model Definition and Configuration 7-31 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 262
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM 7-32 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 263
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM Model Definition and Configuration 7-33 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 264
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM 7-34 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 265
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM Model Definition and Configuration 7-35 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 266
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM 7-36 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 267
Table 7-5. Model Definition - VRAM Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name VRAM Model Definition and Configuration 7-37 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 268
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 7-38 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 269
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 Model Definition and Configuration 7-39 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 270
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 7-40 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 271
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 Model Definition and Configuration 7-41 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 272
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 7-42 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 273
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 Model Definition and Configuration 7-43 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 274
Table 7-6. Model Definition - Memory 1 and 2 Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Memory Memory 1 2 7-44 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 275
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD Model Definition and Configuration 7-45 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 276
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD 7-46 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 277
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD Model Definition and Configuration 7-47 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 278
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD 7-48 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 279
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD Model Definition and Configuration 7-49 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 280
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD 7-50 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 281
Table 7-7. Model Definition - HDD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name HDD Model Definition and Configuration 7-51 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 282
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD 7-52 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 283
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD Model Definition and Configuration 7-53 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 284
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD 7-54 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 285
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD Model Definition and Configuration 7-55 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 286
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD 7-56 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 287
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD Model Definition and Configuration 7-57 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 288
Table 7-8. Model Definition - ODD Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name ODD 7-58 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 289
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN Model Definition and Configuration 7-59 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 290
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN 7-60 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 291
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN Model Definition and Configuration 7-61 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 292
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN 7-62 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 293
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN Model Definition and Configuration 7-63 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 294
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN 7-64 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 295
Table 7-9. Model Definition - Wireless LAN Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name WLAN Model Definition and Configuration 7-65 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 296
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth 7-66 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 297
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth Model Definition and Configuration 7-67 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 298
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth 7-68 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 299
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth Model Definition and Configuration 7-69 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 300
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth 7-70 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 301
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth Model Definition and Configuration 7-71 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 302
Table 7-10. Model Definition - Bluetooth Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name Bluetooth 7-72 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 303
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset Model Definition and Configuration 7-73 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 304
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset 7-74 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 305
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset Model Definition and Configuration 7-75 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 306
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset 7-76 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 307
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset Model Definition and Configuration 7-77 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 308
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset 7-78 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 309
Table 7-11. Model Definition - NB Chipset Model RO Country Acer Part No BOM Name NB Chipset Model Definition and Configuration 7-79 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 310
7-80 Model Definition and Configuration - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 311
CHAPTER 8 Test Compatible Components - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 312
Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test 8-4 8-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 313
. 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 Compatibility Test Report released by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Test Compatible Components 8-3 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 314
Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test 0 Vendor Adapter 10001023 LITE-ON 10001081 DELTA 10001081 DELTA Audio Codec 10004786 REALTEK Battery 60001535 PANASONIC 60002162 SIMPLO Bluetooth 10001018 HON HAI 10001018 HON HAI Camera PLM00012 Suyin Card Reader PLM00014 ODM CPU 10001067 INTEL 10001067 INTEL - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 315
0.014g-cm KH.50007.010 Keyboard 60004864 DARFON BW4T_A10B Keyboard ACER BW4T_A10B BW4T Internal 14 Standard Black NONE Y2010 Acer Legend Texture KB.I140A.264 LAN 60001948 BROADCOM BCM57785X Broadcom V8 0A LF 220nit 8ms 500:1 (power saving) LK.14005.010 Test Compatible Components 8-5 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 316
LF W/O bezel 1.00 SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GT34N LF W/O bezel SATA Zero Power Supported, PCC LD (HF + Windows 7) KU.00801.040 KU.00805.049 KU.0080D.057 UMA (Intel) KI.23200.038 VGA KG.PGS0V.001 KG.PGV0V.002 1G-DDR3 64*16*8 KI.23300.018 8-6 Test Compatible Components - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 317
Atheros HB95BG (HM) T77H121.10 QMI Wireless LAN Atheros HB97 2x2 BGN (HM) NI.23600.073 NI.23600.072 NI.23600.077 NI.23600.074 Test Compatible Components 8-7 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 318
8-8 Test Compatible Components - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 319
CHAPTER 9 Online Support Information - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 320
Online Support Information 9-3 9-2 - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 321
directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. Acer's Website offers convenient and valuable support resources. In the Technical Information section users can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: Service guides for all models Bios updates Software utilities - Acer TravelMate 8573TG | Acer TravelMate 6595T, TG and 8573T, TG Notebook Servic - Page 322
9-4 Online Support Information