Page 2 - Revision History
II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire1690 and Aspire 3510 service guide. Date Chapter Updates
Page 3 - Copyright
III Copyright Copyright © 2005 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; NOTE
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 6 - Table of Contents
VII Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Mainboard Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Block Dia...
Page 8 - Features; Performance; Memory; Graphics; System Specifications; Chapter 1
Chapter 1 1 Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance T Intel ® Celeron ® M Processor at 1.3 ~ 1.5 GHz or higher ( for Aspire 3510 series only ) T Intel ® Celeron ® M Processor at 1.5 ~ 2.13 GHz or higher ( for Aspire 1690 series...
Page 9 - Audio; Storage; Communication; Battery
2 Chapter 1 Audio T 16-bit AC’97 stereo audio T Dual speakers and one internal microphone T Separate audio ports for headphone--out, line-in, microphone-in and SPDIF devices T Built-in two 1.5W speakers T MS-Sound Compatible T Line-out ( SPDIF supported for Aspire 1690 series only ) Storage T 40/60/...
Page 10 - Mainboard Placement; Top View
Page 11 - Rear View
Page 13 - Block Diagram; Centrino
6 Chapter 1 Block Diagram INTEL Mobile_479 CPU 400/533MHZ DDR2 ATA 66/100 AC97 CLOCK GEN AUDIO CODEC Centrino DDR2-SODIMM1 DDR2-SODIMM2 IDE-ODD IDE - HDD MODEM RJ11 Page:27 Page:27 Page:27 Page:21 Page:21 Page:9~10 Page:9~10 ICS954201 Page : 3 , 4 Page : 5 ~ 8 Page : 18 ~ 20 Page : 2 Page:28 LINEOUT...
Page 14 - Outlook View; Open View
Chapter 1 7 Outlook View A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. Open View # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. ...
Page 15 - Front Panel; Icon; Icon; Icon; Icon
8 Chapter 1 Front Panel # Icon Item Description 1 N/A Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 2 CIR Receiver Receives remote control infrared signals. 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 4 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged. 5 Bluetoothcomm...
Page 16 - Left View
Chapter 1 9 Left View NOTE: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive module installed. # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. 2 LED indicator ...
Page 17 - Right View
10 Chapter 1 Right View # Item Description 1 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. 2 PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 3 PC Card slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. 4 4-in-1 card reader (for TM4600 only) Accepts MS, MMC, MS PRO and SD card.Note: The 4-in-1...
Page 19 - Bottom View
12 Chapter 1 Bottom View # Item Description 1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 2 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 3 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 4 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 5 Cooling fan Helps...
Page 20 - Using the Keyboard; Lock keys; Lock Key
Chapter 1 13 Using the Keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock keys The keyboard has four lock keys which you can toggle on and off. The computer features three lock keys, each with its own status ind...
Page 21 - Embedded Numeric Keypad; Desired action
14 Chapter 1 Embedded Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the right-hand side of the keycaps. Desired action Num Lock on Num Lock off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers in a normal manner Cursor-c...
Page 22 - Indicators
Chapter 1 15 Indicators Your computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to four indicators positioned at the front of the palm rest area. These indicators show the status of the computer and its componetns. The three indicators located above the keyboard p...
Page 24 - Windows Keys; Key
Chapter 1 17 Windows Keys The keyboard features two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety...
Page 25 - Launch Keys; Launch Key
18 Chapter 1 Launch Keys Located above the keyboard are three buttons. The left-most button is the power button. To the right of the power button are the two launch keys. They are designated as the Empowering Key and a programmable button. Launch Key Default Application e Acer eManager application (...
Page 26 - Hot Keys; Hot Key; Fn; Hot key
Chapter 1 19 Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination. Hot Key Func...
Page 27 - Special Keys
20 Chapter 1 Special Keys You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-centerand/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type: 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either directly press the Euro symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold Alt Gr and then press the Euro ...
Page 28 - Using a computer security lock
Chapter 1 21 Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock int...
Page 29 - Using System Utilities; Acer eManager; “Launch keys” on page 20; Acer eSetting; “Launch keys” on page 20; Acer eSetting
22 Chapter 1 Using System Utilities Acer eManager Innovative Acer eManagement software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. At the press of Acer Empowering Key, the Acer eManager user interface appears, featuring four main settings -- Acer eSetting, Acer ePresentation, Acer ePow...
Page 30 - Launch Manager; Start
Chapter 1 23 Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs , and then Launch Manager to start the application. Start All Programs Launch Manager
Page 31 - Adjusting the Volume; “Hot keys” on page 17
24 Chapter 1 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers. Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. “Hot keys” on page 17
Page 32 - Touchpad; Touchpad Basics
Chapter 1 25 Touchpad The build-in touchpad is a PS/2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The 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 easy...
Page 34 - Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray
Chapter 1 27 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button. When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray using the emergency eject hole. j
Page 35 - Hardware Specifications and Configurations
28 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations System Board Major Chips Processor Item Specification CPU type Intel ® Pentium ® M Processor at 1.5 ~2.13 GHz or higher Intel ® Celeron ® M Processor at 1.3~1.5 GHz or higher CPU package uFPGA 478 CPU core voltage Depend on DVI CPU I/O voltage ...
Page 41 - Dimensions and Weight
34 Chapter 1 Regulatory Requirements 1. FCC class B requirements (USA) 2. VDE class B requirements (German) 3. VCCI classII requirements (Japan) Power Management ACPI Mode Power Management Mech. Off (G3) All devices in the system are turned off completely. Soft Off (G2/S5) OS initiated shutdown. All...
Page 48 - HGST
Chapter 1 41 Relative humidity (non- condensing) 5% - 95% 5% - 95% 5% - 95% NA NA Maximum wet bulb (non- condensing) 40 C 40 C 40 C NA NA Shock (half sine wave) 800Gs/1ms 800Gs/1ms 800Gs/1ms 1000 G / 1 ms 1000 G / 1 ms Vibration (random (RMS)) 3.01 G (5 - 500 Hz) 3.01 G (5 - 500 Hz) 3.01 G (5 - 500 ...
Page 52 - BIOS Setup Utility; Function; System Utilities; Chapter 2
Chapter 2 45 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 proble...
Page 53 - Information; Parameter
46 Chapter 2 Information Parameter Description CPU TypeCPU SpeedHDD Model Name This item will show the Model name of HDD installed on Primary IDE master. The hard disk model name is automatically detected by the system. If there is no hard disk present or unknown type, “None” should be shown on this...
Page 54 - Main
Chapter 2 47 Main This menu provides you the information of the system. Parameter Description System Time / System Date The hours are displayed with 24 hours format. The values set in these two fields take effect immediately. System Memory This field reports the memory size of system base memory. Th...
Page 56 - Advanced; boldface; Description; Auto
Chapter 2 49 Advanced The Advanced screen contains parameters involving your hardware devices. It also provides advanced settings of the system. The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Description Option Serial po...
Page 57 - ECP; Both
50 Chapter 2 Parallel port Configure serial port B using options:[Disabled]: No configuration[Enabled]: User configuration[Auto]: BIOS or OS chooses configuration(OS Controlled) Displayedd when controlled by OS DisabledEnabled Auto Mode Set the mode for the parallel port using options:Output only Bi...
Page 58 - Security
Chapter 2 51 Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Option Supervisor P...
Page 59 - Set Supervisor/User Password; Enter; Set SupervisorPassword; Set Supervisor Password
52 Chapter 2 Set Supervisor/User Password If password on boot is required, the password must be set otherwise it cannot be enabled. The formats of the password are as follows: Length No more than 8 characters Characters 0-9,A-Z (not case sensitive) While these fields are highlighted and press “Enter...
Page 60 - Setup Notice; Setup Warning
Chapter 2 53 User can now type password in field “Enter New Password”, and re-enter password in field “Confirm New Password” for verification. If the verification is OK: The password setting is complete after user presses enter. If the current password entered does not match the actual current passw...
Page 61 - Boot; Main Advanced Security
54 Chapter 2 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay and onboard LAN device. . Parameter Description +Hard Drive + and - indic...
Page 62 - Exit
Chapter 2 55 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 Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS Exit Discarding Changes Exit u...
Page 63 - Chapter 3; Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Chapter 3 56 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 64 - General Information; Before You Begin; IO Bezel
57 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. NOTE...
Page 66 - Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
59 Chapter 3 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 67 - Screw List
Chapter 3 60 Screw List Item Description SCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK 86.A03V7.012 SCREW I2.5*3M-BNIH(M2.5L3) 86.T25V7.012 SCREW M2.5*4L-BZN-NYLOK 86.A03V7.006 SCREW M2.0X5-I-NI-NYLOK 86.T23V7.006 SCREW MM25060IL69 86.A08V7.004 SCREW M2.0*5-I(NI)(NYLOK) 86.T23V7.010 SCREW M2.0X2.5-I-NI-NYLOK 86.A03V7.0...
Page 68 - Removing the Battery Pack
61 Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack NOTE: This chapter is base on Aspire 1410 and Aspire 1680 to edit. Since they have the similar disassemble and reassemble procedures. 1. Unlock the battery lock. 2. Slide the battery latch as shown then remove the battery pack.
Page 70 - Removing the Thermal Module and CPU
63 Chapter 3 Removing the Thermal Module and CPU 1. Remove the two screws holding the IO bezel. 2. Then remove the IO bezel. 3. Remove the two screws that secure the heatsink cover. 4. Remove the heatsink cover from the main unit. 5. Disconnect the fan cable. 6. Remove the four screws that secure th...
Page 71 - Removing the ODD Module
Chapter 3 64 Removing the ODD Module 1. Remove the three screws holding the middle cover. 2. Detach the middle cover carefully. . 3. Turn over the keyboard as shown. 4. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board then remove the keyboard. 5. Remove the screw that fastens the ODD module. 6. Tur...
Page 72 - Removing the LCD Module
65 Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the three screws holding the keyboard cover. 2. Open the LCD module as the picture shown then detach the keyboard cover from the main unit. . 3. Remove the two screws that secure the keyboard as shown. 4. Turn over the keyboard as shown and disconnect t...
Page 73 - Disassembling the Main Unit; Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
Chapter 3 66 Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly 1. Remove the two screws holding the switch board. 2. Remove the switch board. 3. Disconnect the touchpad FFC from the main board. 4. Disconnect the bluetooth cable. 5. Remove the five screws t...
Page 74 - Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
67 Chapter 3 Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly 1. Disconnect the touchpad board to touchpad FFC. 2. Disconnect the touchpad board to main board FFC. 3. Then detach the touchpad board to main board FFC from the touchpad board. 4. Remove the three screws that secure the touchpad board. 5. Remove t...
Page 75 - Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
Chapter 3 68 Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly 1. Disconnect the MDC cable from the modem board. 2. Detach the MDC cable from the main board. 3. Remove the two screws holding the modem board. 4. Remove the modem board from the lower case. 5. Disconnect the speaker cable from the main board. 6. R...
Page 77 - Disassembling the LCD Module
Chapter 3 70 Disassembling the LCD Module 1. Remove the four screw caps as shown. 2. Remove the four screws holding the LCD bezel. 3. Then detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module. 4. Disconnect the inverter board then remove it. 5. Remove the three screws holding the right hinge. 6. Then remove the...
Page 79 - Disassembling the External Modules; Disassembling the Optical Drive Module
Chapter 3 72 Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module 1. Remove the two screws holding the HDD bracket on one side. 2. Remove another two screws holding the HDD bracket on the other side. 3. Then take the hard disc drive out from the HDD bracket. Disassembling the Optical Driv...
Page 80 - Troubleshooting; Chapter 4
Chapter 4 73 Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail ...
Page 81 - System Check Procedures; External Diskette Drive Check
74 Chapter 4 System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive 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 c...
Page 83 - Check the Power Adapter
76 Chapter 4 Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter cable. See the following figure 1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. 2. If the voltage is within the range, do the following: ...
Page 86 - Index of Error Messages; Error Code List; Error Message List
Chapter 4 79 Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes Error Messages 006 Equipment Configuration ErrorCauses:1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error(THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) 010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R:xx...
Page 89 - POST Code
82 Chapter 4 POST Code Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM E0h Initialize the chipset E1h Initialize the bridge E2h Initialize the CPU E3h Initialize the system timer E4h Initialize system I/O E5h Check force recovery boot E6h Checksum BIOS ROM E7h Go to BIOS E8h Set Huge Segment E9h Initialize M...
Page 90 - Indicator-Related Symptoms; Power-Related Symptoms
Chapter 4 83 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence LCD backlight doesn't workLCD is too darkLCD brightness cannot be adjustedLCD contrast cannot be adjusted Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system.Reconne...
Page 91 - PCMCIA-Related Symptoms; Memory-Related Symptoms; Speaker-Related Symptoms; Power Management-Related Symptoms
84 Chapter 4 PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assemblySystem board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Memory count (size) appears different from ac...
Page 92 - Peripheral-Related Symptoms; Modem-Related Symptoms
Chapter 4 85 NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 87. System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection boardSystem board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Seque...
Page 93 - Intermittent Problems
86 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 94 - Undetermined Problems
Chapter 4 87 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 95 - Use NAPP CD to Build Master Hard Disc Drive; CD to Disk Recovery
88 Chapter 4 Use NAPP CD to Build Master Hard Disc Drive CD to Disk Recovery 1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD. 2. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system. 3. The system will ask you if you want to build NAPP Master HDD. Please press any key to continue. 4. NAPP CD wi...
Page 98 - Disk to Disk Recovery
Chapter 4 91 Disk to Disk Recovery 1. Prepare NAPP CD, Recovery CD and System CD. 2. Put NAPP CD into the optical drive. Then boot up the system. 3. The system will ask you if you want to build NAPP Master HDD. Please press any key to continue. 4. NAPP CD will start to preload the system, please cli...
Page 102 - Jumper and Connector Locations; Chapter 5
Chapter 5 95 Top View Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter 5
Page 105 - RTC Jumper
Page 106 - Chapter 6
Chapter 6 99 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 1690 and Aspire 3510. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check ...
Page 107 - Exploded Diagram
Page 121 - Test Compatible Components
Appendix B 114 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 co...
Page 122 - Microsoft Windows XP (Home) Environment Test
115 Appendix B Microsoft Windows XP (Home) Environment Test Component Manufacturer Specifications CPU Mobile, Intel Pentium M, 533MHz FSB, Regular, uFCPGA, 2MB L2 Intel Intel Pentium M 740 ( 1.73GHz/2M/533M FSB ) Mobile, Intel Pentium M, 533MHz FSB, Regular, uFCPGA, 2MB L2 Intel Pentium M 730 ( 1.6G...
