Page 2 - Revision History
II Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 5680/5630/3690 and TravelMate 4280/4230/2490 service guide. Date Chapter Updates
Page 3 - Copyright
III Copyright Copyright © 2006 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 - Features; Platform and memroy; System Specifications; Chapter 1
Chapter 1 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature: Platform and memroy Aspire 5680/5630 Series and TravelMate 4280/4230 Series T Intel ® Centrino ® Duo mobile technology, featuring: t Intel ® Core TM 2 Duo processor T7200/7400/7600 (4 MB L2 cache, 2.0/2.16/2.33 GHz, 667 MH...
Page 10 - System Block Diagram
4 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram This is for UMA models This is for discrete models
Page 11 - Board Layout; Top View
Chapter 1 5 Board Layout Top View 1 JP1 LCD Connector 10 SW7 Touchpad Down Button 2 SW1 Lid Switch 11 SW2 Touchpad Up Button 3 JP3 MDC Connector 12 SW5 Touchpad Left Button 4 JP2 Power Button Connector 13 SW3 Touchapd Left Button 5 JP6 Media Board Connector 14 JP13 Internal Microphone Connector 6 JP...
Page 12 - Bottom View
6 Chapter 1 Bottom View NOTE: This is engineering sample. The image above may not be exactly the same as the real main board you get. 1 JP19 FAN Connector 17 JP40 Headphone/SPDIF Jack 2 U42 VGA Chipset 18 JP41 Line-In Jack 3 JP18 CPU Socket 19 JP42 Microphone-in Jack 4 JP16 DVI Connector 20 IR2 CIR ...
Page 13 - Jumper Board Layout; Switch Board Top View
Chapter 1 7 Jumper Board Layout Switch Board Top View Media Board Top View Label Description SW1 Arcade/TV tunver switch SW2 Volume Up switch SW3 Volume Down switch SW4 Play/Pause switch SW5 Stop switch SW6 Forward/Next switch SW7 Backward/Previous switch Label Description SW1 Power Button SW2 E-mai...
Page 14 - Media Board Bottom View
8 Chapter 1 Media Board Bottom View LS-2923P Power Board Top View Label Description JP3 USB Connector JP2 USB Connector JP6 RF INe Connector JP5 RF Cable Connector JP4 AV IN Connector JP7 Board to Main Board Connector Label Description JP1 SIM Card Connector
Page 15 - Jumper Setting
Chapter 1 9 Jumper Setting Label Description J3 Clear CMOS Jumper Note: J3 locates at bottom side of the main board as the red circle highlighted.
Page 16 - Your Acer Notebook tour; Front view
10 Chapter 1 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Front view Aspire series: # Item Description 1 Built-in camera 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel web camera for video communication (for selected models) 2 Display screen Also...
Page 18 - Closed Front View
12 Chapter 1 Closed Front View Aspire series: # Icon Item Description 1 Speaker Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 2 Bluetooth ® communication button/indicator Enable/disable Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth-communications. 3 3G switch/indicator Enables/disable...
Page 20 - Left View
14 Chapter 1 Left View Aspire Series/TravelMate Series: # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 2 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 Two USB 2.0 ports Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., U...
Page 22 - Rear Panel
16 Chapter 1 Rear Panel Aspire Series: # Icon Item Description 1 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 2 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 S-video-in (NTSC/PAL) port Connects to an S-video device like a DVD player or camcorder (for selected models)....
Page 23 - Base view
Chapter 1 17 TravelMate Series: Base view Aspire Series/TravelMate Series: # Icon Item Description 1 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 2 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 DC-in jack Connect to an AC adapter. 4 S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Conn...
Page 24 - Indicators
18 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has four easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. Aspire Series: # Item Description 1 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 2 Battery bay Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Do not cover or obstruct t...
Page 27 - Using the Keyboard; Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad
Chapter 1 21 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Aspire Series: TravelMate Series: The embe...
Page 28 - Windows Keys
22 Chapter 1 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.To activate hot keys, press and hold the < Fn&...
Page 30 - Special Key; The Euro symbol
24 Chapter 1 Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type: Aspire Series: TravelMate Series: The Euro symbol 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either directly press the <Euro> symbol at the bottom-righ...
Page 31 - Acer Empowering Technology
Chapter 1 25 Acer Empowering Technology Acer’s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption...
Page 32 - Acer eDataSecurity Management
26 Chapter 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that protexts your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and a...
Page 33 - Acer eLock Management
Chapter 1 27 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can’t be stolen while your notebook is unattended. T Removable data devices - includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB fla...
Page 34 - Acer ePerformance Management
28 Chapter 1 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: T Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. T ...
Page 35 - Acer eRecovery Management
Chapter 1 29 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system’s HDD. User-created backups are stored on D:\...
Page 36 - Acer eSettings Management
30 Chapter 1 NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management’s “System backup to optical disk” feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach...
Page 37 - Acer eNet Management
Chapter 1 31 Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, either click on the “Acer eNet Management” icon on your notebook, or start the program from the Start menu. You also h...
Page 38 - Acer ePower Management; Acer Mode
32 Chapter 1 Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically apply the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings(IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default...
Page 39 - Battery status
Chapter 1 33 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. You can also click “Advanced Settings” to: T Set alarms. T Re-load factory defaults. T Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed, and...
Page 40 - Acer ePresentation Management
34 Chapter 1 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you select from two of the most common projector resolutions: XGA and SVGA.
Page 41 - Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Chapter 1 35 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Specification CPU type For Aspire 5680/5630 TravelMate 4280/4230 Intel ® Core TM 2 Duo processor T7200/7400/7600 (4 MB L2 cache, 2.0/ 2.16/2.33 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) and T5500/5600 (2MB L2 cache, 1.66/1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB), supporti...
Page 51 - BIOS Setup Utility; System Utilities; Chapter 2
Chapter 2 43 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 52 - Navigating the BIOS Utility
44 Chapter 2 Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: T To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys ( zx ). T To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy ). T To change the value of a pa...
Page 53 - Information
Chapter 2 45 Information NOTE: The system information is subject to different models. Please refer to your laptop for actual model name and CPU type. Parameter Description CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. IDE1 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed...
Page 58 - Security
50 Chapter 2 Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Boot Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is : Clear User Password Is :HDD Password Is: ClearClear Set Supervisor P...
Page 59 - Setting a Password
Chapter 2 51 The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don’t forget your password. If you forget your password, you may...
Page 60 - Changing a Password
52 Chapter 2 1. Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. The Set Password box appears: 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press e . 3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New...
Page 63 - 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 ...
Page 64 - BIOS Flash Utility
56 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 65 - Chapter 3; Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Chapter 3 57 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 66 - General Information; Before You Begin
58 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.
Page 67 - Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
Chapter 3 59 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 - Removing the Battery Pack
Chapter 3 61 Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.
Page 70 - Removing the HDD Module
62 Chapter 3 Removing the HDD Module/Memory/System Fan/Thermal Module/CPU/ODD Module and LCD Module Removing the HDD Module 1. Remove the two screws fastening the HDD door. 2. Detach the HDD door from the notebook. 3. Pull the HDD module outwards to disconnect the HDD module from the main board. 4. ...
Page 74 - Disassembling the Main Unit; Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
66 Chapter 3 Disassembling the Main Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly 1. Remove two screws fastening the upper case assembly to the lower case assembly. 2. Disconnect the LED board cable from the main board. 3. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the main board. 4...
Page 75 - Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
Chapter 3 67 12. Disconnect the touchpad FFC. 13. Then remove the touchpad FFC from the touchpad. 14. Detach the touchpad from the upper case. Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly 1. Detach the switch board from the main board. 2. Remove the screw fastening the modem board. 3. Disconnect the modem ...
Page 77 - Disassembling the LCD Module
Chapter 3 69 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. Remove the screw fastening the LCD inverter. 5. Take out the LCD inverter from the LCD cover, then disconnect the LC...
Page 79 - Disassembling the External Modules; Disassembling the HDD Module; Disassembling the ODD Module
Chapter 3 71 Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module 1. Remove two screws hodling the HDD bracket on one side. 2. Remove another two screws fastening the HDD bracket on the other side. 3. Detach the HDD from the HDD bracket. Disassembling the ODD Module 1. Remove the three sc...
Page 81 - 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 82 - 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 84 - 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 85 - Check the Battery Pack; Touchpad Check
Chapter 4 77 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 87 - Index of Error Messages
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 90 - Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
82 Chapter 4 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes Code Beeps POST Routine Description 02h Verify Real Mode 03h Disable Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) 04h Get CPU type 06h Initialize system hardware 08h Initialize chipset with initial POST values 09h Set IN POST flag 0Ah Initialize CPU registers 0Bh Enable CPU cach...
Page 97 - Intermittent Problems
Chapter 4 89 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 98 - Undetermined Problems
90 Chapter 4 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 99 - Jumper and Connector Locations; Chapter 5
Chapter 5 91 Board Layout Top View 1 JP1 LCD Connector 10 SW7 Touchpad Down Button 2 SW1 Lid Switch 11 SW2 Touchpad Up Button 3 JP3 MDC Connector 12 SW5 Touchpad Left Button 4 JP2 Power Button Connector 13 SW3 Touchapd Left Button 5 JP6 Media Board Connector 14 JP13 Internal Microphone Connector 6 J...
Page 105 - Chapter 6
Chapter 6 97 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) list in global configurations of Aspire 5680/5630/3690/Travelmate 4280/4230/2490. Please refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU ...
Page 106 - Exploded Diagram
Page 115 - Model Definition and Configuration; Appendix A
Appendix A 107 Aspire 5680/5630/3690 Series Aspire 5680 Model Country Description HDD 1 (GB) ODD Card Reader Wireless LAN Bluetooth AS5683WLMi France AS5683WLMi XPHFRA NB7PSE128SG 2*512/100/8L/5R/CB_abg N100GB5.4KS NSM8XSLOT 5 in 1-Build in INT3945ABG_MOW2 N AS5683WLMi Germany AS5683WLMi XPHDE7 NB7P...
Page 160 - Test Compatible Components; Appendix B
Appendix B 152 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 ...
Page 161 - Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test
153 Appendix B Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test Item Specifications Processor Aspire 3000:MOBILE SEMPRON 2800+ 25W DMOBILE SEMPRON 3000+ 25W DAspire 5000MOBILE TURION 64 ML28MOBILE TURION 64 ML30MOBILE TURION 64 ML32MOBILE TURION 64 ML34MOBILE TURION 64 ML37 Memory SO-DIMM DDR333 1GB EBD11UD8AD...
Page 166 - Online Support Information; Appendix C
Appendix C 158 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 w...
