Page 2 - Revision History
II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 1300 service guide. Date Chapter Updates Aspire 1300.book Page II Friday, July 26, 2002 1:41 PM
Page 3 - Copyright
III Copyright Copyright © 2002 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optica...
Page 4 - Conventions
IV Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific acti...
Page 5 - Preface
V Preface Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. To better fit local market r...
Page 7 - Table of Contents
VII Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 9 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Boa...
Page 9 - Features; Performance; System Specifications; Chapter 1
Chapter 1 9 Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance T Mobile AMD Athlon XP1400+/XP1800+, or higher processor T VIA ProSavage KN133 (Twister K)+VT8362 & VT8231 chipset T 2 memory slots supporting 133MHz SDRAM (PC-133), upgra...
Page 11 - System Block Diagram
Chapter 1 11 System Block Diagram DA T A A DDR Super SB CK-GEN SO- DIMM CTRL A DDR HDD CD-ROM USB Processor ( Socket A ) DA T A CTRL UltraDMA/33/66/100 VIA PCI BUS PCMCIAOZ6912 ICS9248-168-T SSOP 19V IN DC/DC BatteryCharger Slot0 SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM 5V,3V,CPUCORE VCC etc. Keyboard TouchPad Floppy B...
Page 12 - Board Layout; Top View
12 Chapter 1 Board Layout Top View 1 Parallel Port 17 Touchpad FFC Connector 2 LCD Cable Connector 18 HDD Connector 3 Power On Switch 19 Battery Connector 4 E-mail launch button 20 Right Speaker Connector 5 VGA Port 21 EC/KBC 87570 6 Internet launch button 22 On Board Modem module 7 Launch Manager (...
Page 14 - Bottom View
14 Chapter 1 Bottom View 1 LAN PHY LSI-80227 7 On Board Modem Module 2 Modem Cable Connector 8 Modem DAA SMARTDAA 3 Debug Port Connector 9 DIMM Socket 2 4 PCMCIA OZ6912 10 DIMM Socket 1 5 South Bridge VT8231 11 System-off Switch 6 Modem Cable Connector AMC20463-002 AMC20463-002 AMC20463-002 AMC20463...
Page 15 - Outlook View; Front View
Chapter 1 15 Outlook View A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. Front View # Item Description 1 Display Large liquid crystal display (LCD) provides visual output. 2 Launch keys 4 buttons that can be programmed to start frequently use...
Page 17 - Left Panel
Chapter 1 17 Left Panel # Item Description 1 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax/data modem to a phone line. 2 Network jack Connects the computer to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Microphone-in jack Connects an external microphone for audio input. 4 Headphone jack Connects headphones for audio...
Page 18 - Right Panel
18 Chapter 1 Right Panel # Item Description 1 Optical drive Depending on your model, the optical drive is one of the following: CD-ROM drive for reading CDs. DVD-ROM drive for reading CDs and DVDs. DVD/CD-RW combo drive for reading CDs and DVDs, and writing to CD-Rs and CD-RWs. 2 Optical drive emerg...
Page 19 - Rear Panel
Chapter 1 19 Rear Panel # Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector. 2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter. 3 USB ports 2 ports for connecting USB devices. 4 External display port Connects an external (VGA) display monitor. 5 Parallel port Connects a parallel device, ...
Page 20 - Bottom Panel
20 Chapter 1 Bottom Panel # Item Description 1 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 2 Battery The computer’s removable battery. 3 Battery release latch Slide and hold the latch, and then pull the battery to remove it from the unit. 4 Hard disk bay Removable ...
Page 21 - Indicators
Chapter 1 21 Indicators Your computer provides an array of six indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to two indicators positioned at the from of the palm rest area. These indicators show the status of the computer and its components. The six indicators located above the keyboard provide...
Page 22 - Keyboard; Special keys
22 Chapter 1 Keyboard Special keys Lock keys The keyboard features full-size keys with an embedded keypad, separate cursor control keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys (hot keys). Embedded Keypad The embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small blue n...
Page 25 - Touchpad; Touchpad Basics
Chapter 1 25 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This cursor responds to your finger movements on the touchpad. In addition, the two click buttons provide the same functionality as a computer mouse, while the scroll key enables eas...
Page 27 - Launch Keys
Chapter 1 27 Launch Keys Located at the top of the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as key 1, key 2, key 3 and key 4. By default, key 1 is used to launch the email application and key 2 is used to launch the Internet browser. Keys 3 and 4 start the...
Page 28 - Hardware Specifications and Configurations
28 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type AMD Athlon XP 1400+ (1.2G) / 1600+ (1.4G) / 1800+ (1.5G) 35W CPU package OPGA CPU core voltage 1.2V/1.45V BIOS Item Specification BIOS vendor Acer BIOS Version 1.0 BIOS ROM type Flash ROM BIOS ROM size 512K...
Page 37 - BIOS Setup Utility; Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility; System Utilities; Chapter 2
Chapter 2 37 BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problem...
Page 38 - Startup
38 Chapter 2 Startup The Startup screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. After you enter BIOS, you will first see the system information on the first page, then you can useuse the cursor up/down keys ( wy ) to select the parameter yo...
Page 39 - Exit
Chapter 2 39 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Parameter Description Save and Reboot Saves changes made and reboot the system. Exit (No Save) Discards changes made and...
Page 40 - BIOS Flash Utility; System Diagnostic Diskette
40 Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis...
Page 41 - Chapter 3; Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Chapter 3 41 This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: T Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge T small Philips scr...
Page 42 - General Information; Before You Begin
42 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin 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 AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Remove the battery pack. Aspi...
Page 43 - Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
Chapter 3 43 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the system board, you must first re...
Page 45 - Removing the Battery Pack
Chapter 3 45 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery latch. 2. Then remove the battery pack. Aspire 1300.book Page 45 Friday, July 26, 2002 1:41 PM
Page 46 - Removing the Memory/HDD Module
46 Chapter 3 Removing the Memory/HDD Module 1. Remove the screws that secure the ram door. 2. Remove the ram door. 3. Prize the memory lock with fingers then remove the memory. 4. Unscrew the two screws that secure the HDD module. 5. Then remove the HDD module from the notebook computer. Aspire 1300...
Page 47 - Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module
Chapter 3 47 Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module 1. Use a flat head screwdriver to prize the middle cover. Please be careful. Do not scrape the middle cover. 2. Remove the middle cover. 3. Unscrew the three screws that secure the keyboard. Next, turn over the keyboard. 4. Disconnect the keyboard connec...
Page 48 - Disassembling the Main Unit
48 Chapter 3 Disassembling the Main Unit 1. Disconnect the fan connector. 2. Remove the three screws holding the fan then remove the fan from the main unit. . 3. Unscrew the five screws that secure the thermal module then remove the thermal module. 4. Use a tool to take out CPU from CPU socket. 5. U...
Page 53 - Disassembling the External Modules; Disassembling the HDD Module
Chapter 3 53 Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module 1. Remove the four screws on HDD tray, two on each side. 2. Take the HDD off the HDD tray. Disassembling the Floppy Disk D rive Module 1. Remove the two screws holding the FDD holder. 2. Remove the screw that fixs the FDD h...
Page 55 - Troubleshooting; Chapter 4
Chapter 4 55 Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test this model. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Duplicate symptom and obtain the failing symptoms in a...
Page 56 - System Check Procedures; External Diskette D rive Check
56 Chapter 4 System Check Procedures External Diskette D rive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is required. NOTE: Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can ...
Page 58 - Check the Battery Pack; Touchpad Check
58 Chapter 4 Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following: From Software: 1. Check out the Power Management in control Panel 2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. Repeat t...
Page 60 - Index of Error Messages
60 Chapter 4 Index of Error Messages Error Message List Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Struck Key See ““Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check” on page 57 System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used RTC batteryRun BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system, then reboot system. Real ...
Page 66 - Intermittent Problems
66 Chapter 4 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists...
Page 67 - Undetermined Problems
Chapter 4 67 Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defec...
Page 69 - Jumper and Connector Locations; Chapter 5
Chapter 5 69 Top View CON2 Parallel connector CON9 HDD connector CON3 LCD cable connector JP1 Battery connector PSW1 Power on switch JSPKR1 Right speaker connector CON1 VGA connector CON11 FDD FPC connector SW1 Lid switch JSPKL1 Left speaker connector CN25 USB connectorX2 CON5 FAN connector PJ1 Adap...
Page 71 - Chapter 6
Chapter 6 71 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 1300. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please also note that there are some common parts for Aspire 1300, yet the ...
Page 72 - Exploded Diagram; THE SYSTEM
72 Chapter 6 Exploded Diagram THE SYSTEM LCD 14.1 ”
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Page 82 - Model D efinition and Configuration; Appendix A
Appendix A 82 Aspire 1300 series Model Number CPU LCD ODD Memo ry HDD (GB) Bat. 1300X AMD Athlon XP1400+ 14.1XGA 24X CD-ROM 128 20 Ni-MH 1300XC AMD Athlon XP1400+ 14.1XGA 8/16/12/24 Combo 256 20 Li-ion 1300XV AMD Athlon XP1400+ 14.1XGA 8X DVD 256 20 Li-ion 1300DXV AMD Duron 1.2GHz 14.1XGA 8X DVD 128...
Page 83 - Main Features
83 Appendix A Main Features T AMD Athlon XP1400+, XP1600+, or higher processor T VIA ProSavage KN133 (Twister K)+VT8362 & VT8231 chipset T 2 memory slots supporting 133MHz SDRAM (PC-133), upgradeable to 1GB T 10GB, 20GB or 30GB Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Microsoft Windows XP operating system Aspir...
Page 85 - Test Compatible Components; Appendix B
Appendix B 85 This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows XP Home environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Regarding con...
Page 86 - Microsoft Windows XP (Home) Environment Test
86 Appendix B Microsoft Windows XP (Home) Environment Test Item Specifications Display Philips 4CM8294/17T (DDC, Energy Star)SNI MCM1703 (DDC, Energy Star)NEC C&C-15R1ViewSonic GS771 PC Card Modem Card Xircom CreditCard Modem 56 (CM-56)Xircom CreditCard Modem 56 (CM-56G)3Com 56K Modem (XJ1560) L...
Page 89 - O nline Support Information; Appendix C
Appendix C 89 This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our we...
Page 91 - Index
Index 91 A AC Adapter 33ACPI 1.0a 28AFLASH Utility 40Audio 31, 32 B Battery 32Battery Pack 45BIOS 28 package 28 password control 28 ROM size 28 ROM type 28 vendor 28 Version 28BIOS Setup Utility 37BIOS Supports protocol 28BIOS Utility 37 Navigating 37 System Information 38 System Security 39Board La...
