Page 2 - Revision History
II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on TravelMate 4600, TravelMate 4100 and Aspire 1690 service guide. Date Chapter Updates 2005/01/27 CH1 Modify Right Side illustration on page 11 CH3 Modify ODD Disassemble procedures on page 66
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; 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 ! Intel ® 915PM / 915GM PCI Express chipset ! Intel ® Pentium ® M processor 730/740/750/760/770 (2MB L2 cache, 1.6/1.73/1.86/2.0/2.13 GHz, 533 MHz FSB) ! CPU Package is uFPGA ...
Page 9 - Communication
2 Chapter 1 Audio ! 16-bit AC’97 stereo audio ! Dual speakers and one internal microphone ! Separate audio ports for headphone--out, line-in, microphone-in and SPDIF devices ! Built-in two 1.5W speakers ! MS-Sound Compatible ! Line-out (SPDIF supported) Storage ! 40/60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disc dr...
Page 10 - Mainboard Placement; Top View
Page 11 - Rear View
Page 13 - Block Diagram; Centrino; CRANE
6 Chapter 1 Block Diagram 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 A A B B C C D D INTEL Mobile_479 CPU 333MHZ DDR ATA 66/100 AC97 CLOCK GEN AUDIO CODEC Centrino DDR-SODIMM1 DDR-SODIMM2 IDE-ODD IDE - HDD MODEM RJ11 Page:27 Page:27 Page:27 Page:21 Page:21 Page:9~10 Page:9~10 ICS954201 CLK_SDRAM0~5,CLK_SDRAM0~...
Page 14 - Outlook View
Chapter 1 7 Outlook View A general introduction of ports allow you to connect peripheral devices, as you would with a desktop PC. TM 4600/ TM 4100 Open View # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. 2 Microphone Internal microphone for ...
Page 16 - Front Panel
Chapter 1 9 Front Panel TM 4600,TM 4100 and AS 1690: # Item Description 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 2 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer). 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 4 Battery indicat...
Page 17 - Left View; Note
10 Chapter 1 Left View TM 4600 / TM 4100: NOTE: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive module installed. AS 1690 : # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optica...
Page 18 - Right View
Chapter 1 11 Right View TM 4600/ TM 4100/ AS 1690 : # 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 ...
Page 20 - Bottom View
Chapter 1 13 Bottom View TM 4600 / TM 4100 : # Item Description 1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 2 AcerMedia bay release latch ( for TM4600 only ) Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for removal of drive. 3 AcerMedia bay ( for TM4600 only ) Houses an AcerMedia drive mo...
Page 22 - Using the Keyboard; Lock keys; Lock Key
Chapter 1 15 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. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 The computer features three lock keys, ea...
Page 23 - Embedded Numeric Keypad; Desired action; Desired action
16 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. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 Desired action Num Lock on Num Lock off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers i...
Page 24 - Indicators
Chapter 1 17 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. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 The three indicators lo...
Page 26 - Windows Keys; Key
Chapter 1 19 Windows Keys The keyboard features two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 y y p p Key Description Tab E F M Shift M R Key Description Tab E F M Shift M R
Page 27 - Launch Keys; Launch Key
20 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. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 Launch Key Default Application e A...
Page 29 - Fn; Hot key
22 Chapter 1 AS 1690 Your computer provides the following hot keys: Hot Key Function Description Fn-F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys. Fn-F2 Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSetting in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key. Fn-F3 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManag...
Page 30 - Hot Keys
Chapter 1 23 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. TM 4600 / TM...
Page 31 - Using a computer security lock
24 Chapter 1 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 32 - Using System Utilities; Acer eManager; “Launch keys” on page 20; Acer eSetting; “Launch keys” on page 20; Acer eSetting
Chapter 1 25 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 33 - Launch Manager; Start
26 Chapter 1 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 34 - Audio; Adjusting the Volume; “Hot keys” on page 17
Chapter 1 27 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. “Hot keys” on page 17
Page 35 - Special Keys
28 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: TM 4600/ TM 4100 The Euro symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either directly press the Euro symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hol...
Page 36 - Touchpad; Touchpad Basics
Chapter 1 29 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 38 - Eject ing the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray
Chapter 1 31 Eject ing the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button. TM 4600 / TM 4100 AS 1690 When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray using the emergency eject hole. j
Page 39 - Hardware Specifications and Configurations
32 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 45 - Dimensions and Weight
38 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 50 - HGST
Chapter 1 43 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 - Storage
Chapter 1 45 Storage Item Specifications Details Capacity 40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disc drive ! One 40GB and above E-IDE hard disc ! One 60GB and above E-IDE hard disc ! One 5.25-inch internal remobable optical drive Optical Drive Options DVD-Dual drive DVD/CD-RW combo drive Disc Performance Compati...
Page 54 - BIOS Setup Utility; Function; System Utilities; Chapter 2
Chapter 2 47 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 55 - Information; Parameter
48 Chapter 2 Information Parameter Description CPU Type CPU Speed HDD 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 th...
Page 56 - Main
Chapter 2 49 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 58 - Advanced; boldface
Chapter 2 51 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 60 - Security
Chapter 2 53 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 61 - Set Supervisor/User Password; Enter; Set SupervisorPassword; Set Supervisor Password
54 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 62 - Setup Notice; Setup Warning
Chapter 2 55 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 63 - Boot; Main Advanced Security
56 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 64 - Exit
Chapter 2 57 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 65 - Chapter 3; Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Chapter 3 58 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: ! Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge ! Small Philips scr...
Page 66 - General Information; Before You Begin; IO Bezel
59 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 68 - Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
61 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 69 - Screw List
Chapter 3 62 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 70 - Removing the Battery Pack
63 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 72 - Removing the Thermal Module and CPU
65 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 73 - Removing the ODD Module
Chapter 3 66 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 74 - Removing the LCD Module
67 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 75 - Disassembling the Main Unit; Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
Chapter 3 68 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 76 - Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
69 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 77 - Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
Chapter 3 70 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 79 - Disassembling the LCD Module
Chapter 3 72 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 81 - Disassembling the External Modules; Disassembling the Optical Drive Module
Chapter 3 74 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 83 - Troubleshooting; Chapter 4
Chapter 4 75 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 84 - System Check Procedures; External Diskette Drive Check
76 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 86 - Check the Power Adapter
78 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 89 - Index of Error Messages; Error Code List; Error Message List
Chapter 4 81 Index of Error Messages Error Code List Error Codes Error Messages 006 Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before “Equipment Configuration Error”) 010 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (...
Page 92 - POST Code
84 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 93 - Indicator-Related Symptoms; Power-Related Symptoms
Chapter 4 85 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence LCD backlight doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Enter BIOS Utility to execute “Load Setup Default Settings”, then reboot system. Rec...
Page 94 - PCMCIA-Related Symptoms; Memory-Related Symptoms; Speaker-Related Symptoms; Power Management-Related Symptoms
86 Chapter 4 PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged. PCMCIA slot assembly Memory-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Memory count (size) appears different from a...
Page 95 - Peripheral-Related Symptoms; Modem-Related Symptoms
Chapter 4 87 NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 89. System hangs intermittently. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board System board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequ...
Page 96 - Intermittent Problems
88 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 97 - Undetermined Problems
Chapter 4 89 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 98 - Use NAPP CD to Build Master Hard Disc Drive; CD to Disk Recovery
90 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 101 - Disk to Disk Recovery
Chapter 4 93 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 105 - Jumper and Connector Locations; Chapter 5
Chapter 5 97 Top View Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter 5
Page 108 - RTC Jumper
Page 109 - Chapter 6
Chapter 6 101 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 4600, TravelMate 4100 and Aspire 1690. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PA...
Page 110 - Exploded Diagram
Page 124 - Test Compatible Components
Appendix B 116 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 125 - Microsoft Windows XP (Home) Environment Test
117 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...
