Page 2 - Revision History
II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire M1610/VeritonM261service 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
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
i System Specifications 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Mainboard Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Block Diagram . . . . . ....
Page 8 - Machine Disassembly and Replacement
ii Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Disassembly Procedure...
Page 9 - Features; System Specifications; Chapter 1
Chapter 1 1 Features Operating System • Microsoft Windows Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business) Processor • Socket Type: Intel ® Socket T LGA 775 pin • Processor Type: • Intel ® Core 2 Duo 755 FSB 800/533 MHz • Intel ® Pentium 4/D 775 FSB 800/533 MHz • Intel ® Celeron/Celeron D775 FSB 800/533 M...
Page 12 - Mainboard Placement
Page 13 - Block Diagram
Page 16 - Veriton M261 Front Panel
8 Chapter 1 Veriton M261 Front Panel The computer’s front panel consists of the following: Label Description 1 Power-Button 2 Speaker-out/Line-out Port 3 Microphone-in out (Front) 4 USB Ports 5 Optical drive 6 HDD LED 7 Power LED
Page 17 - Veriton M261 Rear Panel
Chapter 1 9 Veriton M261 Rear Panel The computer’s rear panel consists of the following: Label Description Label Description 1 3 audio jacks 2 RJ45 port 3 CRT/LCD port 4 Serial port 5 Parallel port 6 USB PORTS 7 PS/2 keyboard 8 PS/2 mouse 9 Power cord Port 10 Recovery Switch Holder 11 Lock Handle
Page 18 - Hardware Specifications and Configurations; Processor Support; System Clock
10 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Support • Intel Core 2 Duo 755 FSB 800/533 MHz • Intel Pentium 4/D 775 FSB 800/533 MHz • Intel Celeron/Celeron D 775 FSB 800/533MHz System Memory Interface Single Channel Memory Controller • Supports DDR2-667/533/400 • Supports two DI...
Page 22 - System BIOS
14 Chapter 1 System BIOS LPC Bus The SST 49LF004B FWH or supported alternative LPCs will be implemented on the GDM03. Refer to the BIOS Specification for specific implementations. • Pm49FL004T-33JCE • 4Mbit symmetrical Flash SPI Bus (default) • W25X40VAIZ • 4Mbit symmetrical Flash
Page 23 - System Utilities; Chapter 2
Chapter 2 15 Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. There is no need to run Setup when starting the computer unless you get a Run Setup message. The Setup program loads configuration values into the battery-backed nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM. This memory area i...
Page 24 - Entering Setup
16 Chapter 2 Entering 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 ” appears on the screen, press the key of [Delete] to enter the setup menu. NOTE: If the message disappears before you respond and you still w...
Page 26 - Product Information
18 Chapter 2 Product Information The screen below appears if you select Product Information from the main menu: The Product Information menu contains general data about the system, such as the product name, serial number, BIOS version, etc. These information is necessary for troubleshooting (maybe r...
Page 27 - Standard CMOS Features
Chapter 2 19 Standard CMOS Features Select Standard CMOS Features from the main menu to configure some basic parameters in your system. The following screen shows the Standard CMOS Features menu: The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Settings in boldface are the default an...
Page 29 - IDE Channel 0/1 Master
Chapter 2 21 IDE Channel 0/1 Master The following screen shows the IDE Channel Master menu. NOTE: IDE Channel 0 and Channel 1 Master have the same options, the only difference is the menu title. KLIJ :Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD :Value F10: Save and Exit ESC:Exit F1: General Help F5: Previous Value...
Page 30 - IDE Channel 0/1 Slave
22 Chapter 2 IDE Channel 0/1 Slave The following screen shows the IDE Channel Slave menu. NOTE: IDE Channel 0 and Channel 1 Slave have the same options, the only difference is the menu title. KLIJ :Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD :Value F10: Save and Exit ESC:Exit F1: General Help F5: Previous Values F...
Page 31 - SATA Channel 1/2 Master
Chapter 2 23 SATA Channel 1/2 Master The following screen shows the SATA Channel Master menu. NOTE: SATA Channel 1 and Channel 2 Master have the same options, the only difference is the menu title. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IDE Channel 1 Master IDE HDD Auto Detection [Press Enter] Item ...
Page 32 - Advanced BIOS Features
24 Chapter 2 Advanced BIOS Features The following screen shows the Advanced BIOS Features: The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings. Parameter Description Options CPU Feature Select to display CPU Feature. See “CPU F...
Page 34 - CPU Feature
26 Chapter 2 CPU Feature The following screen shows the CPU Features menu: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Features Limit CPUID MaxVal [Disabled] Item Help C1E Function [Auto] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Menu Level XX KLIJ :Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD :Value F10: Save and Exit ESC:Exit...
Page 35 - Hard Disk Boot Priority
Chapter 2 27 Hard Disk Boot Priority The following screen shows the Hard Disk Boot Priority menu: down the list. Press <Esc> to exit this menu. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Hard Disk Boot Priority 1. Ch2 M. : ST3320820AS Item Help 2. Bootable Add-in Cards Menu Level XX Use < K >...
Page 36 - Advanced Chipset Features
28 Chapter 2 Advanced Chipset Features The following screen shows the Advanced Chipset Features menu: Parameter Description Option Internal Graphic Control This submenu is used to set some parameters of graphics memory controller. See “Internal Graphic Control” on page 29 for more information. [Pres...
Page 38 - Integrated Peripherals
30 Chapter 2 Integrated Peripherals The following screen shows the Integrated Peripherals Features: Parameter Description Option Onboard IDE Device Use the arrow keys to select your options; press < Enter > key to enter the setup sub- menu. The menus and options are shown below. [Press Enter] ...
Page 41 - Onboard Super IO Device
Chapter 2 33 Onboard Super IO Device The following screen shows the Onboard Super IO Device menu: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Onboard Super IO Device Onboard FDC Controller [Enabled] Item Help Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8/IRQ4] Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8/IRQ3] Menu Level XX UART Mode Select...
Page 42 - Power Management
34 Chapter 2 Power Management The Power Management menu lets you configure your system to most effectively save energy while operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use. The following screen shows the Power Management parameters and their default settings: The following tabl...
Page 44 - PnP/PCI Configuration
36 Chapter 2 PnP/PCI Configuration The following screen shows the PnP/PCI Configuration parameters and their default settings: Parameter Description Options PCI/VGA Palette Snoop Disabled - Data read or written by the CPU is only directed to the PCI VGA device’s palette registers. Enabled - Data rea...
Page 45 - PC Health Status
Chapter 2 37 PC Health Status The following screen shows the PC Health Status parameters and their default settings: The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Description Options CPU Warning Temperature This item lets you select the temperature at which you want the ...
Page 46 - Frequency/Voltage Control
38 Chapter 2 Frequency/Voltage Control The following screen shows the Frequency and Voltage Control parameters and their default settings: The following table describes the parameters found in this menu. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings. Parameter Description Options Auto ...
Page 47 - Load Optimized Defaults
Chapter 2 39 Load Optimized Defaults This option opens a dialog box that lets you install defaults for all appropriate items in the Setup Utility. Press <Y> and then <Enter> to install the defaults. Press <N> and then <Enter> to not install the defaults. The defaults place de...
Page 48 - Set Supervisor/User Password
40 Chapter 2 Set Supervisor/User Password When this function is selected, the following message appears at the center of the screen to assist you in creating a password. Type the password, up to eight characters, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will clear any previously entered passw...
Page 50 - Exit Without Saving
42 Chapter 2 Exit Without Saving Highlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Exit Without Saving dialog box appears, press <Y> to discard changes and exit, or press <N> to return to the ma...
Page 51 - Chapter 3
Chapter 3 43 To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge. • Wire cutter. • Phillips screwdriver (may require different size). NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disass...
Page 52 - General Information; Before You Begin
44 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.
Page 53 - Disassembly Procedure
Chapter 3 45 Disassembly Procedure This section tells you how to disassemble the system when you need to perform system service. Please also refer to the disassembly video, if available. CAUTION: Before you proceed, make sure you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it. Aspire...
Page 60 - Reassembly Procedure
52 Chapter 3 Reassembly Procedure Aspire M1610/Veriton M261 Reassembly NOTE: The only physical difference between the two models is the front bezel as shown in the procedures. 1. Install the Power-supply by fitting the Power-supply into the chassis, then fasten the four screws shown. 2. Install the ...
Page 67 - Chapter 4; Troubleshooting
Chapter 4 59 Please refer to generic troubleshooting guide for troubleshooting information relating to following topics: • Power-On Self-Test (POST) • POST Check Points • POST Error Messages List • Error Symptoms List Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
Page 69 - Mainboard Jumper Locations; Jumper and Connector Information; Chapter 5
Chapter 5 61 Mainboard Jumper Locations Item Name Description Item Name Description 1 FP1 Front panel header 11 INTR Chassis Intrusion alarm jumper 2 COM2 COM header 12 CPU_FAN CPU fan power header 3 SATA2 SATA data transfer connector 2 13 F_AUDIO Front panel Audio header 4 SATA1 SATA data transfer ...
Page 70 - Jumper Settings; Setting Jumpers; System Board Jumper Setting
62 Chapter 5 Jumper Settings This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the mainboard. Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper caps are pl...
Page 77 - Chapter 6
Chapter 6 69 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire M1610/ Veriton M261 . Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). NOTE: Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should ...
Page 78 - Exploded Diagrams
70 Chapter 6 Exploded Diagrams Aspire M1610 Item Description Item Decription 1 AM10 Main Bezel 10 Power Supply 2 3.25” Cover 11 Fan 3 5.25” Cover 12 PCI Bracket 4 USB Shielding 13 Left Side Door 5 USB PCB-ASM 14 Motherboard 6 FDD Lock Slide 15 HDD Lock Slide 7 CD ROM Lock Slide 16 HDD 8 Chassis 17 3...
