Acer TravelMate 4501 Technical Information

TravelMate 4650TravelMate 4150Service Guide

Chapter 1 1FeaturesThis computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:PerformanceT Intel® 915PM/915GM PCI Ex

91 Chapter 5VGA Board Item DescriptionJP1 VGA Board to MB connectorJP2 LCD ConnectorJumper and Connector Locations

Chapter 5 92Power SW/BItem DescriptionJP1 Power Board to MB ConnectorSW1 Power SwitchSW2 e-Manager SW3 Launch Manager Switch SW4 Internet SwitchSW5 E-

93 Chapter 5TouchPad Board Item DescriptionJP1 Trace-Pad Board ConnectorSW1 B/T SwitchSW2 Wireless SwitchSW3 Left BottomSW4 Right BottomSW5 Scroll-UpS

Chapter 5 94Hot Swap ODD BoardItem DescriptionJP1 Hot-Swap JP2 ODD device Connector

95 Chapter 5DVI Board Item DescriptionJP1 DVI Board Connector

Chapter 5 96Clear CMOS

Chapter 6 97This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 4650and TravelMate 4150. Refer to t

98 Chapter 6Exploded Diagram

Chapter 6 99

100 Chapter 6Illustration Part Name Description Acer P/NADAPTERADAPTER 3 PIN 65W DELTA SADP-65KB BEFADAPTER 3 PIN 65W DELTA SADP-65KB BEFAP.06501.006A

2 Chapter 1T S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) supportAudioT Realtek ALC250 for AC’97 CODECT 16-bit AC’97 stereo audioT Dual speakers and one internal microph

Chapter 6 101MINI PCI WIRELESS BOARD 802.11 a/b/g INTEL WM3B2915 (RW SKU)WIRELESS LAN BOARD (802.11a/b/g) INTEL RWKI.CAX01.011T/P BOARD W/FFC CABLET/

102 Chapter 6POWER CORD DENMARK 3 PINPOWER CORD DENMARK 3 PIN27.T75V5.007POWER CORD SWISS 3 PINPOWER CORD SWISS 3 PIN27.T75V5.008POWER CORD AF 3

Chapter 6 103RAM DOOR RAM DOOR 42.T75V5.003KB COVER KB COVER 42.T75V5.004PCMCIA DUMMY CARD PCMCIA DUMMY CARD 42.T75V5.005LCD PANEL WITH LOGO W/ANTENNA

104 Chapter 6COMMUNICATION MODULEANTENNA ASSY ANTENNA ASSY 50.T75V5.003MISCELLANEOUSLCD RUBBER LCD RUBBER 47.T75V5.001LCD SCREW PAD LCD SCREW PAD

Chapter 6 105INTEL PENTIUM M 2.0G 2M 533FSB uFCPGA2 SL7SM C-1 STEPPINGINTEL DOTHAN 760 (2.0GHZ/2M/FSB5330)KC.N0001.760INTEL PENTIUM M 2.13G 2M 533FSB

106 Chapter 6DVD SUPER MULTI MODULE 8X HLDS GMA-4080N SWAPDVD SUPER MULTI MODULE 8X HLDS GMA-4080N6M.T75V5.006DVD SUPER MULTI 8X DRIVE HLDS GMA-4080N

Chapter 6 107HDD 60GB 2.5IN. 4200RPM TOSHIBA PLUTO MK6025GAS(ROHS) F/W KA200AHDD 60GB 2.5IN. 4200RPM TOSHIBA PLUTO MK6025GAS(ROHS) F/W KA200AKH.06004.

108 Chapter 6KEYBOARD DARFON PORTUGUESE KEYBOARD DARFON PORTUGUESE KB.T5902.011KEYBOARD DARFON HL KEYBOARD DARFON HL TBDKEYBOARD DARFON BRAZILIAN PO

Chapter 6 109ASSY LCD MODULE 15 IN. XGA SAM (LTN150XB-L03-C00) WIRELESSASSY LCD MODULE 15 IN. XGA SAM (LTN150XB-L03-C00) WIRELESS6M.T75V5.016ASSY LCD

110 Chapter 6PCMCIA SLOT/PC CARD SLOTPCMCIA SLOT PCMCIA SLOT 22.T75V5.001MEMORYMEMORY MICRON 256MB/ 533MHZ, MT8HTF3264HDY-53EB2MEMORY MICRON 256MB/ 5

Chapter 1 3CommunicationT 56Kbps ITU V.92 modem with PTT approval, Wake-On-Ring readyT 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready (for TravelMa

Chapter 6 111Illustraion Item Description Acer P/NSPEAKERSPEAKER SET ZL1A SPEAKER ASSY S.P. 23.T50V7.001HEATSINKTHERMAL MODULE ZL2 CPU HEATSINK ASSY 6

112 Chapter 6RUBBER FOOT - SMALL RUBBER FOOT - SMALL 47.T75V5.004SCREWSCREW, M2.5*3(Ni-NL) SCREW, M2.5*3(Ni-NL) 86.T75V5.001SCREW, M2.5*3(NL) SCREW, M

Appendix A 113TravelMate4650 Series TravelMate 4150 SeriesModel NumberCPU LCDVGA ChipMemory1 Memory2 HDD OpticalCard ReaderWireless LANBlue-toothBatte

Appendix B 114This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested unde

115 Appendix BMicrosoft Windows XP (Home/Professional) Environment TestVendor Type DescriptionCPUIntel Pentium M 770 (2.13G 2M 533FSB) Pentium M 760 (

Appendix B 116Elpida DDRII 533/256MB U33256AGEPQ662ADDRII 533/512MB U33512AGEPQ672ABATTERYSony LI+2.2MAH 8C Sony Li-ion Normal 8cell 4S2P 4300mAh Sany

117 Appendix B

Appendix C 118This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems.If you are a distributor, dealer

4 Chapter 1Environment T TemperatureT Operating : 5oC-35oCT Non-operating : -20oC~65oCT Humidity (non-condensing)T Operating : 20% - 80%T Non-Operatin

Chapter 1 5Mainboard Placement Top View

6 Chapter 1Bottom View

Chapter 1 7ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONJP1 CRT CONN JP30 MDC CONNJP2 DOCKING SPR CONN JP32 RJ45 CONNJP3 SWITCH CONN JP33 CARDBUS CONNJP4 ODD CO

8 Chapter 1Block DiagramPower On/Off CKT.LPC BUSpage 29PCBGA 1257page 21H_A#(3..31)ENE ControllerH_D#(0..63)CB714page 31page 37BANK 0, 1, 2, 3USB conn

Chapter 1 9Outlook ViewA general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC.Front View# Item Descri

10 Chapter 1Closed Front View# Item Description1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.2 Bluetooth communication button/indicat

IIRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 4650 and TravelMate 4150 service guide.Date Chapter Updates

Chapter 1 11Left ViewNo. Icon Item Description1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2 Power jack Connects to a

12 Chapter 1Right View# Icon Item Description1 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer).2 Hard di

Chapter 1 13Rear View # Item Description1 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based netwo

14 Chapter 1Bottom View# Item Description1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory.2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard d

Chapter 1 15Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function key

16 Chapter 1Windows KeyThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key DescriptionWindows Key Pressed alone, this key has the s

Chapter 1 17Hot KeysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume ou

18 Chapter 1Fn+F7 Touchpad On/Off This key will cause the internal touchpad pointing device to be disabled/enabled . This is to prevent accidental sys

Chapter 1 19Fn+x Brightness upThese keys can increase or decrease the brightness of the LCD back light. This function should be handled by the Analog

20 Chapter 1Special KeysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and/or bottom-right of yourkeyboard. To type:The Eur

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Chapter 1 21IndicatorsThe computer has three easy-to-read status icons on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four indicators at the front panel.

22 Chapter 1Launch KeysLocated at the upper-right above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. Theyare designated as mai

Chapter 1 23TouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursorresponds as you move your fin

24 Chapter 1NOTE: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger m

Chapter 1 25Using a computer security lockA security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible comp

26 Chapter 1Using System UtilitiesAcer eManagerInnovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. At the pres

Chapter 1 27Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clic

28 Chapter 1AudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers. Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the vol

Chapter 1 29Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.Wh

30 Chapter 1Using a Computer Security LockA security keylock notch, located on the left hand side of the computer, lets you connect a Kensingtoncompat

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

Chapter 1 31System Power Management The overall system can be in one of five system power states as described below: Legacy Mode ACPI mode Power Manag

32 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSystem Board Major ChipsProcessorItem SpecificationCPU typeIntel® Pentium® M Processor 730/740/7

Chapter 1 33 .Item SpecificationCache controller Built-in CPUCache size 2 MB1st level cache control Always enabled2nd level cache control Always enabl

34 Chapter 1.VGA Audio Port ModemItem SpecificationData modem data baud rate (bps) 56K ITU Supports modem/bluetooth protocol V.92 AC-Link modem with P

Chapter 1 35 KeyboardItem SpecificationKeyboard controller KB 910Keyboard vendor & model name Standard keyboard w launch button embededTotal numb

36 Chapter 115” LCD PanelItem SpecificationVendor/Model AUB150XG01 V2 AUB150PG03SamsungLTN150XB Resolution (pixel) XGA (1024 x 768) SXGA (1400 x 1050)

Chapter 1 37AC AdapterItem SpecificationVendor & model name Delta 3-pin, 19V 3.95A, 64WHipro 3-pin, 19V 3.95A, 65WLite-on 3-pin, 19V 3.95A, 60WDet

38 Chapter 1Power Management ACPI Mode Power ManagementMech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely.Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiate

Chapter 1 39TOSHIBAModel Name MK4025GAS ,KA100A, 40GBMK6025GAS 60GBMK8025GAS, 8MB, 80GBData Storage PhysicalPer drive, formatted 40.007GB 60.0116GB 80

40 Chapter 1Non-Operating-4 - 140 F (-20 to 60 C)-4 - 140 F (-20 to 60 C)-4 - 140 F (-20 to 60 C)Shipping-40 - 158 F (-40 to 70 C)-40 - 158 F (-4

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

Chapter 1 41HGST Model NameMoraga+ HTS424040M9AT00 13G1132, 40GB, 4200rpmMoraga IC25N060ATMR04-0 08K0634, 60GB, 4200rpmMoraga IC25N080ATMR04-0 08K6358

42 Chapter 1Power consump. efficiency index (W/GB) 0.016 0.011 0.008 NAPhysical sizeHeight (mm) 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5Width (mm) 70 70 70 70Depth (mm) 100 10

Chapter 2 43BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).Y

44 Chapter 2ButtonsApplication Launch ButtonsNOTE: Detail description and definition of application Launch Buttons, please reference the External spec

Chapter 2 45Hard Disk Password Function/ Password on boot function This feature allows the user to set the password to prevent any unauthorized access

46 Chapter 2Information Parameter DescriptionProduct Name This field will show the product name Manufacture Name This field will show manufacturer nam

Chapter 2 47Video Memory VGA Memory size :Discrete = 64 or 128MB (depends on actual VRAM size) TurboCache = 32MB (actual TurboCache VRAM size) Intel 9

48 Chapter 2MainThis menu provides you the information of the system.Parameter DescriptionDate and Time The hours are displayed with 24 hours format.

Chapter 2 49AdvancedThe Advanced screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system.Insyde S

50 Chapter 2The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.Description

VIITable of ContentsChapter 1 System Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 2 51SecurityThe Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.If password on boot is

52 Chapter 2BootThis menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette dri

Chapter 2 53ExitThe Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.Insyde Software SCU

54 Chapter 2Insyde Software SCU May 20, 2003 5:40:09 Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes -----

Chapter 3 55This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer formaintenance and troubleshooting.To disassembl

56 Chapter 3General InformationBefore You BeginBefore proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:1. Turn off the p

Chapter 3 57Removing the Battery Pack1. Unlock the battery lock.2. Slide the battery latch as shown then remove the battery pack.

58 Chapter 3Removing the HDD and ODD Module1. Remove the one screw holding the HDD cover.2. Detach the HDD module then remove it.3. Press the latch an

Chapter 3 59Removing the Wireless and LCD Panel1. Disconnect the one Antanna cable from the Wirelesss board.2. Disconnect the LED cable with the flat

60 Chapter 33. Disconnect the microphone cable from the mainboard.4. Disconnect the DVI cable from the mainboard.5. Detach the upper case to the syste

VIIITable of ContentsChapter 3 Machine Disassembly 55General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3 613. Push forward to detach the touchpad support plate4. Remove the two screws to loosn the touchpad support plate5. Detach the support plat

62 Chapter 33. Detach the VGA board out from the system 4. Remove the 3 screws to release the VGA thermal module5. Separate the thermal module from th

Chapter 3 632. Remove the one screw located on each speaker then detach the speakers out from the system3. Press down the button to release the PCMCI

64 Chapter 33. Detach the front bezel out from the LCD module4. Disconnect the LCD power cable from here5. Disconnect the LCD coaxial cable from here

Chapter 3 6514. Tear the tab before you disconnect the LCD wire15. Take the LCD wire from hereRemoving the HDD and ODD1. Remove the two screws on each

Chapter 4 66Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer

67 Chapter 4System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive CheckDo the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-

Chapter 4 68Memory checkMemory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.1. Boot from the diagnostics

69 Chapter 4Check the Power AdapterUnplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter ca

Chapter 4 70Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following:From Software:1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel2. In P

IXTable of ContentsChapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 97Exploded Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

71 Chapter 4Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely ca

Chapter 4 72Index of Error MessagesError Code ListError Codes Error Messages006 Equipment Configuration ErrorCauses:1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch2.

73 Chapter 4Real time clock error RTC batteryRun BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system.System boardPrevious boot incomplet

Chapter 4 74Error Message ListNo beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceNo beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank.Power source (batter

75 Chapter 4POST CodeCode Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROME0h Initialize the chipsetE1h Initialize the bridgeE2h Initialize the CPUE3h Initialize the

Chapter 4 76Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceLCD backlight doesn't workLCD is too darkL

77 Chapter 4PCMCIA-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceSystem cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assemblySystem boardPCMCIA

Chapter 4 78NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 80.System hangs i

79 Chapter 4Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defec

Chapter 4 80Undetermined ProblemsThe diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whet

XTable of Contents

81 Chapter 4Use NAPP CD to Build Master Hard Disc DriveCD to Disk Recovery1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD.2. Put NAPP CD into the optica

Chapter 4 825. Select CD to Disk Revocery.6. Put the Recovery CD to the optical drive. This step is to create image files to the system, you do not ha

83 Chapter 47. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive.8. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard d

Chapter 4 84Disk to Disk Recovery1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD.2. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system.3. The s

85 Chapter 45. Select Disk to Disk Recovery. Then choose Single Language or Multi-Languages Recovery.NOTE: For Multi-Languages Recovery, not more than

Chapter 4 86After you place the Recovery CD to the optical drive, you will see the display below.7. Then insert the System CD to the optical drive.

87 Chapter 48. You will see the screen displaying “PASS” when the system has buit NAPP Master hard disc drive.

Chapter 5 88Top ViewJumper and Connector LocationsChapter 5

89 Chapter 5Rear View

Chapter 5 90ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTIONJP1 CRT CONN JP30 MDC CONNJP2 DOCKING SPR CONN JP32 RJ45 CONNJP3 SWITCH CONN JP33 CARDBUS CONNJP4 ODD C