Acer Aspire M1620 Technical Information

Aspire M1620 VeritonM262Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the AIPG/CSD web; for more information please refer to http://c

4 Should support 1.44MB/3 mode 3.5” DevicesSATA Slot Type: SATA slot  Slot Quantity: 4 Storage Type support: HDD/CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW

100CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard SK-9610 Romanian Ver. 105KS (with eKey Vista) RoHS SK-9610 KB.9610B.076 KEYBO

101CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.POWER SUPPLY 250W ATX-250PA(1PF) PFC 9PA250BE00 ATX-250PA(1PF) PY.25008.019 POWER SUPPLY DPS-250AB

5LAN MAC Controller: ICH7  Realtek RTL8100C, Colay with 8110SC (10M/100M/1000M LAN) PHY: Intel Nineveh RTL8110SC PCI-E Giga LANUSB Controller

61394 Controller: Intel ICH7  1 on board header  1 6-pin 1394 port on rear portBIOS BIOS Type: Phoenix Award or AMI Kernel with Acer skin BIOS

7I/O Connector  Controller: Super I/O ITE IT8718F with hardware monitorRear I/O Connector  1 Parallel port,  1 serial port  1 D-Sub VGA port

8 1 PCI Express x 1 slot  2 PCI slots  1 FDD slot  4 SATA2 connectors  3 2*5 pin Intel FPIO specification USB pin connectors (follow Intel F

9 1 Jumper for clear CMOS  Color management for on board connecters (please refer to Acer spec) Header for CIR & IR blaster function (Check

10Main board Placement

11Block Diagram

12Aspire M1620 Front PanelThe computer’s front panel consists of the following:

13Aspire M5620 Rear Panel Item Description Item Description 1 6 AUDIO JACKS 8 PS2 KEYBOARD 2 LAN PORT 9 PS2 MOUSE 3 USB PORTS 10 POWE

IIRevision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire M1620 VeritonM262 service guide. Date Chapter Updates

14VeritonM262 Front PanelLabel Description1 Power-Button 2 Speaker-out/Line-out Port 3 Microphone-in out ( Front ) 4 USB Ports 5 Optical drive 8 HDD

15VeritonM262 Rear Panel Item Description Item Description1 3 audio jacks 7 PS/2 keyboard 2 RJ45 port 8 PS/2 mouse 3 CRT/LCD port 9 Power cor

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23System Utilities The manufacturer or the dealer already configures most systems. There is no need to run Setup when starting the computer unless you

24Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message of “Press DEL to enter SETUP” app

25The items in the main menu are explained below: Parameter DescriptionProduction Information This page shows the relevant information of the main bo

26Product Information The screen below appears if you select Product Information from the main menu: The Product Information menu contains general dat

27Standard CMOS Setup Select standard CMOS features from the main menu to configure some basic parameters in your system the following screen shows th

28The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Description OptionsDate To set the date following the weekday-month-da

29Parameter Description OptionsExtendedMemory Size The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during the POST. This is the amount of memo

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30Advanced Setup The following screen shows the Advanced Setup: The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Des

31Parameter Description OptionsVirus Warning This feature allows you to enable the VIRUS warning function for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection. I

32Advanced Chipset Setup The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Description OptionsDual Monitor SupportThis catego

33Parameter Description OptionsSpreadSpectrumWhen the system clock generator pulses, the extreme values of the pulse generate excess EMI. Enabling pul

34Integrated Peripherals The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Description OptionsIDE Function Setup This page a

35Integrated Peripherals-IDE Function Setup

36The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Description OptionsIDEPrimary/SecondaryMaster/SlavePIOThe four IDE PIO fi

37Parameter Description OptionsIDE HDD Block ModeBlock mode is also called block transfer, multiple commands, or multiple sectors read/write. If your

38The following table describes the parameters found in this menu.Parameter Description OptionsOn Chip USB This field allows you to determine on chip

39Integrated Peripherals -Onboard I/O Chip Setup

IVConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual: SCREENMESSAGESDenotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and piece

40The following table describes the parameters found in this menu.Parameter Description OptionsOnboard FDC ControllerSelect Enabled if your system has

41Power Management The Power Management menu lets you configure your system to most effectively save energy while operating in a manner consistent wit

42The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Description OptionsACPI Function This item allows you to enable or disab

43Parameter Description OptionsSoft-off by PWR/BTTNWhen Enabled, turning the system off with the on/off button places the system in a very low-power-u

44PCI/PnP Setup

45The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Parameter Description OptionsInit Display FirstInitialize the AGP video display bef

46PC Health Status

47The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Description OptionsV core Detect system’s voltage status automaticallyCP

48The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Description OptionsAuto Detect DIMM/PCI CLK This option allows you to ena

49Load Default Settings This option opens a dialog box that lets you install defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup Utility. Parameter Descri

VPrefaceBefore using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you

50Set Supervisor/User Password When this function is selected, the following message appears at the center of the screen to assist you in creating a p

51Parameter Description OptionsSetSupervisor/UserPasswordWhen this function is selected, the following message appears at the center of the screen to

52Save & Exit SetupHighlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Util

53Exit Without SavingHighlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Uti

54Machine Disassembly and Replacement To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventi

55General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power t

56Disassembly Procedure This section tells you how to disassemble the system when you need to perform system service. Please also refer to the disasse

57Aspire M1620 Standard Disassembly Process Opening the System 1. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface. 2. Turn the housing down, slide t

583. Remove the Modem card. Remove the Cables 1. Disconnect the AUDIO cable from the MB “AUDIO”. 2. Disconnect the USB and Card-reader cables from

593. Disconnect the LED cable ASSY from the MB Connector “F_PANEL”. 4. Disconnect the 12V power cable “PD” from the MB Connector. 5. Disconnect the

1Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features…………………………………………………………………………... 1 Main board Placement……………………………………………………….10Block Diagram…………………………………………

607-1. Disconnect the FDD IDE cable from the FDD. 8. Disconnect the FDD power cable from the FDD. 9. Disconnect the power cable from the HDD. 1

6111. Disconnect the P1 power cable from the MB connector. 12. Disconnect the FDD IDE cable from the MB connector. 13. Disconnect the ODD IDE cable fr

62Remove the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader and HDD 1. Release the ODD-Holder, meanwhile pull the ODD out of the chassis. 2. Release the FDD-Holder1, m

634. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the HDD out of the chassis. Remove the Memory Loose the DIMM Latch and pop out the two memory shown bel

64Remove the Mainboard Remove the five screws and remove the Mainboard shown bellow. Remove the CPU from the MB Release the CPU latch, then re

65VeritonM262 Standard Disassembly ProcessOpening the System 3. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface. 4. Turn the housing down, slide the

666. Remove the Modem card. Remove the Cables 15. Disconnect the AUDIO cable from the MB “AUDIO”. 16. Disconnect the USB and Card-reader cables from

6717. Disconnect the LED cable ASSY from the MB Connector “F_PANEL”. 18. Disconnect the 12V power cable “PD” from the MB Connector. 19. Disconnect the

687-1. Disconnect the FDD IDE cable from the FDD. 22. Disconnect the FDD power cable from the FDD. 23. Disconnect the power cable from the HDD. 2

6925. Disconnect the P1 power cable from the MB connector. 26. Disconnect the FDD IDE cable from the MB connector. 27. Disconnect the ODD IDE cable fr

1System Specifications FeaturesOperating System  Microsoft Windows Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business)Processor Socket Type: Intel® Socket

70Remove the CD-ROM, Floppy, Card-reader and HDD 5. Release the ODD-Holder, meanwhile pull the ODD out of the chassis. 6. Release the FDD-Holder1, m

718. Release the HDD-Holder, meanwhile pull the HDD out of the chassis. Remove the Memory Loose the DIMM Latch and pop out the two memory shown bel

72Remove the Mainboard Remove the five screws and remove the Mainboard shown bellow. Remove the CPU from the MB Release the CPU latch, then re

73TroubleshootingPlease refer to generic troubleshooting guide for troubleshooting information relating to following topics:  Power-On Self-Test (

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76ATX_POWER: ATX 24-pin Power Connector 987654321242322212019181716151413121110Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 1 +3.3 13 +3.3V 2 +3.3 14 -12V 3 COM

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2PCB Form Factor: ATX  Dimension/Layer: 9.6" x 8.8" Memory Memory Type: DDRII 400/533/667  Support single channel 64 bit mode with

80Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 1 STROBE 14 ALF 2 PD0 15 ERROR 3 PD1 16 INIT 4 PD2 17 SLCTIN 5 PD3 18 GROUND 6 PD4 19 GROUND7 PD5 20 GROUND8

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83FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire M1620 VeritonM2

84Exploded Diagram NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION1 AM30_MAIN_BEZEL 10 POWER SUPPLY 2 AM50_USB 11 FAN 3 AM50_USB_PANEL 12 PCI-BRACKET 4 FDD_LOCK_SLI

85NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION1 TOP-SHOELD 8 CDROM-LOCK-SLIDE 2 3.25 ROTATE COVER 9 RIGHT-SIDE 3 CD-ROM 10 USB MODULE 4 FDD 11 CHASSIS 5 HDD 1

86PARTS ASPIRE M1620 CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO. BOARD POWER SWITCH DB, ROHS POWER SWITCH DB 55.P22VF.002 BOARD USB BOARD U

87CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO. CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY PCI-BKT DF2 PCI-BKT 42.S46VF.008 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY USB HOLDER

88CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO. ADD-ON CARD PRONET PCI MODEM CARD HPI56M3F W/ATX BKT, ROHS HPI56M3 FX.56M03.003 CPU/PROCESSOR CELE

89CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO. KEYBOARD USB KEYBOARD KU-0355 T.CHINESE VER. 104KS(WITH EKEY VISTA) ROHS USB KEYBOARD KU-0355 T.CHI

3 Enhanced 3D and Clear Video technology support  Dual View function support (by Intel ADD2/MEC card)  1 D-sub VGA port on rear PCI PCI Expres

90CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO. MAINBOARD MB KIT F945GC INTEL945GC+ICH7 / INTEL LGA775 CPU / DDRII / HD CODEC / LF / RM / IO SHIELD

91 VERITON M262 CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.BOARD FRONT USB BOARD FRONT USB BOARD 55.S650F.001 CARD READERS 3.5" USB1.1 9

92CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY RUBBER FOOT, ROHS RUBBER FOOT, ROHS 47.P22VF.002 CASE/COVER/BRACKET AS

93CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.DVD RW DRIVE 16X SuperMulti Model:DH-16A1P,RoHS F/W RA11 DH-16A1P KU.01609.003 DVD RW DRIVE Lite-On

94CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard KU-0355 T.Chinese Ver. 104KS(with eKey Vista) RoHS KU-0355 KB.KUS03.223 KEYBO

95CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard KU-0355 UK Ver. 105KS JPN ABS(with eKey Vista) RoHS KU-0355 KB.KUS03.240 KEYBO

96CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard KU-0355 Italian new layout 105KS JPN ABS(with eKey Vista) RoHS KU-0355 KB.KUS0

97CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard SK-9610 Sweden Ver. 105KS (with eKey Vista) RoHS SK-9610 KB.USB0B.020 KEYBOARD

98CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard SK-9610 Turkey F-Type Ver. 105KS (with eKey Vista) RoHS SK-9610 KB.USB0B.038 K

99CATEGORY PARTNAME DESCRIPTION ACER PART NO.KEYBOARD USB Keyboard SK-9610 French Ver. 105KS (with eKey Vista) RoHS SK-9610 KB.9610B.058 KEYBOARD