TravelMate 630Service Guide PART NO.: 91.43U01.001
Chapter 1 7Left Panel# Icon Item Description1 Hard Disk Bay Houses the computer’s removable hard disk (secured by a screw).2 USB port Connect to Unive
102 Chapter 6NS FRONT COVER ASSY FRONT COVERNS DIMM COVER ASSEMBLY DIMM COVER NS LCD PANEL 15” W/HINGE, LOGO ASSY LCD PANEL (CCI 15.0”)NS LCD HINGE P
Chapter 6 103NS CD-ROM HOLDER ASSY CD-ROM CHASSIS 610NS HDD BRACKET ASSY HDD BRACKETCommunication ModuleNS CARDBUS MODULE CONN CARDBUS 4P 52539-22LX-
104 Chapter 6MiscellaneousNS NAME PLATE PLATE MODEL NAMENS LCD SCREW CAP LOWER LCD SCREW MYLAR (MAPI)NS LOGO PLATE ACER LOGO REDSTARTNS CAMERA RUBBER
Chapter 6 105NS SCREW SCREWNS SCREW SCREW M2.5*4L (NYLOCK) BLACK ZNNS SCREW SCREW M2.5X6NS SCREW SRW M2.5*8L B/ZN NYLOK 700NS SCREW SCREW WAFER NYLOK
Appendix A 107Model Number DefinitionsModel NumberLCD CPU Memory HDD CD/DVD Battery630X 14.1” TFT XGA Pentium IV 1.4G 128/256MB 20GB CD-ROM Li-ion630X
110 Appendix BMicrosoft Windows XP Environment TestItem SpecificationsProcessor Intel Pentium 4 uPGA2 1.4GHzIntel Pentium 4 uPGA2 1.5GHzIntel Pentium
Appendix B 111Multifunction Card 3Com Ethernet III LAN+33.6 Modem Global PC Card 3C563D-TP3Com 10/100 Fast EtherLink LAN + 56K , 3CCFE56D-Link Winconn
112 Appendix BI/O - Parallel (Printer) IBM Network Printer 17 431200XHP LaserJet 6MPHP DeskJet 880C MY95V150B0EPSON Stylus Color 740 (USB)Canon USB Pr
Appendix B 113Games The Settlers III (Support DirectX6)Star Craft (For Win95 / 98/ NT)World Cup 98-EASports (Support DirectX5)Star Wars: Rogue Squadr
114 Appendix BMicrosoft Windows 2000 Environment TestItem SpecificationsProcessor Intel Pentium 4 uPGA2 1.4GHzIntel Pentium 4 uPGA2 1.5GHzIntel Pentiu
8 Chapter 1Right PanelNOTE: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on hte optical drive
Appendix B 115Multifunction Card 3Com Ethernet III LAN+33.6 Modem Global PC Card 3C563D-TP3Com 10/100 Fast EtherLink LAN + 56K , 3CCFE56D-Link Winconn
116 Appendix BI/O - Parallel (Printer) IBM Network Printer 17 431200XHP LaserJet 6MPHP DeskJet 880C MY95V150B0EPSON Stylus Color 740 (USB)Canon USB Pr
Chapter 1 9Rear Panel# Icon Item Description1 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter2 USB ports (two) Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB
10 Chapter 1Bottom PanelNOTE: *: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.# Icon Item Description1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool*. 2
Chapter 1 11IndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status icons on the right of the display screen.The Power and Sleep status icons are visible
12 Chapter 1Lock KeysThe keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.Lock Key Description@@@@When @@@@ is on, all alphabetic characte
Chapter 1 13Embedded Numeric KeypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on
14 Chapter 1Windows KeysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key Icon DescriptionWindows logo key Start button. Combinati
Chapter 1 15Hot KeysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen contrast and brightness, v
16 Chapter 1Fn-←Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.Hot Key Icon Function Description
VIITable of ContentsChapter 1 System Specifications 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1 17Launch KeysLocated at the top of the keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as P1, P2, P3, M
18 Chapter 1TouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as
Chapter 1 19NOTE: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger
20 Chapter 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessorItem SpecificationCPU type Intel Pentium IV 1.5/1.6/1.7 GHz processor with 512KB L2 on-
Chapter 1 21Above table lists some system memory configurations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations. Memory Comb
22 Chapter 1 Floppy Disk Drive InterfaceItem SpecificationVendor & model name Mitsumi D353GFloppy Disk SpecificationsMedia recognition 2DD (720KB)
Chapter 1 23 Applicable disc format DVD: DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-R (3.95G)CD: CD-Audio, CD-ROM (mode 1 and mode 2), CD-ROM XA (mode 2, form 1 and f
24 Chapter 1 Video Resolutions Mode (for both LCD and CRT)Resolution8 bits(256 colors)16 bits(High color)24 bits(True color)32 bits(True color)640x480
Chapter 1 25 USB PortItem SpecificationUSB Compliancy Level 1.1OHCI USB 1.1Number of USB port 2Location Rear sideSerial port function control Enable/D
26 Chapter 1 NOTE: DC-AC inverter is used to generate very high AC voltage, then support to LCD CCFT backlight user, and is also responsible for the
VIIITable of ContentsRemoving the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Removing the Externa
Chapter 1 27Contrast control No NoElectrical SpecificationSupply voltage for LCD display (V) 3.3 3.3Supply voltage for LCD backlight (Vrms) 700 660AC
28 Chapter 1 Power Management Power Saving Mode PhenomenonStandby ModeWaiting time specified by the System Standby value or the operating system elaps
Chapter 1 29Mechanical SpecificationItem SpecificationDimensions 327.6 (W) x 270 (D) x 34.5(H) for 15.0” TFTWeight less than 5.75 lbs for 15.0” TFT mo
30 Chapter 13B0-3BB3C0-3DFVideo Controller 3F0h-3F7 Standard Floppy Disk Controller3E8-3EF COM3 or LT Win modem (optional)3F0-3F7 Floppy disk controll
Chapter 2 31BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).Y
32 Chapter 2NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys are shown at the bottom of the screen.
Chapter 2 33The items in this screen are important and vital information about your computer. If you experience computer problems and need to contact
34 Chapter 2Boot Display Set the display output device on boot up.Help: Set the display output device on boot up.When set to Auto, the computer automa
Chapter 2 35Startup ConfigurationThe Startup Configuration screen contains parameter values that define how your computer behaves on system startup.Th
36 Chapter 2Primary MasterThe Primary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the primary hard disk.CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are
IXTable of ContentsAppendix A Model Definition and Configuration 107Appendix B Test Compatible Components 109Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test .
Chapter 2 37Secondary MasterThe Secondary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the Media bay drive.CAUTION: The parameters in this screen a
38 Chapter 2I/O Device ConfigurationThe parameters in this screen are for advanced users only. You do not need to change the values in this screen bec
Chapter 2 39The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.NOTE: W
40 Chapter 2PCI IRQ RoutingThe PCI IRQ Routing sub-menu allows you to set IRQ for PCI devices.CAUTION: The parameters in this screen are for advanced
Chapter 2 41System SecurityThe System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.The foll
42 Chapter 2Setting a PasswordFollow these steps: 1.Use the cursor wwww/yyyy keys to highlight a Password parameter (Setup, Power-on or Hard Disk) and
Chapter 2 43Boot OptionsUsers can press F12 during POST to enter the Boot Options Menu. In this menu users can change boot device without entering BIO
44 Chapter 2Exit SetupThis menu contains exit options.The following table describes the parameters in this screen. Setting in boldface are the default
Chapter 2 45BIOS Flash UtilityThe BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:!New versions of system programs!New features or o
46 Chapter 2System Utility DisketteThis utility diskette is for the notebook machine. It provides the following functions:1.Read Panel ID Setting2.Wri
Chapter 1 1FeaturesThis computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:Performance!Intel® Mobile Pentium® IV No
Chapter 2 47It is allowed to input 4 bytes on the manufacture name and will revise the record into EEPROM automatically. 4. Write MBD UUIDThe MBD incl
48 Chapter 2System Diagnostic DisketteIMPORTANT: 1The diagnostics program here that we used is called PQA (Product Quality Assurance) and is provided
Chapter 2 494. Exit to main menu:USB Test This function will test USB Connect/Disconnect of the notebook machine. UHCI/OHCI test utility:1. Please
50 Chapter 2Running PQA Diagnostics ProgramPress zzzz / xxxxto move around the main menu. Press eeee to enable the selected option. The main options a
Chapter 2 51The screen below appears if you select Multi Test.Specify the desired number of tests and press eeee.After you specify the number of tests
Chapter 3 55Disassembly Procedure FlowchartThe flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence
56 Chapter 3Screw ListItem DescriptionA Screw M2 X L4 (Black)B Screw M2.5 X L6 (Black)C Screw M2.5 X L8 ((Black)D Screw M2 X L3.5 (Silver)E Screw M2 X
Chapter 3 57Removing the Battery Pack1.Push the battery release button inward.2.Slide the battery pack out from the main unit.
58 Chapter 3Removing the External DIMM Module1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.Remove the 2 screws on the DIMM cover, then remove the DIMM
Chapter 3 59Removing the External Modem Combo Card1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 57.2.Remove the 2 screws on the DIMM cover and remove the
2 Chapter 1Expansion!One type II CardBus PC Card slot! One SmartCard slot! Upgradeable memory! Removable drives!EasyPort port replicatorKeyboard and P
60 Chapter 3Removing the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Module1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.Push the CD-ROM module release button inward.3.Slide the C
Chapter 3 61Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.Remove the screw on the hard disk cover, and then remove
62 Chapter 3Disassembling the Main UnitRemoving the Middle Cover1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.First, release the 2 screws on the rear
Chapter 3 63Removing the LCD Module1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keyboar
64 Chapter 3Removing the RTC Battery1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 623.Disconnect the RTC connector
Chapter 3 65Removing the CPU1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Keyboard” on page 62 3.See “Removing the RTC Battery” on
66 Chapter 37. Release the six screws from the bottom of the main unit as shown below and then remove the upper case from the main unit gently. Removi
Chapter 3 67Removing the Speakers1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keyboard”
68 Chapter 3Removing the Main Board1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keyboar
Chapter 3 699. Remove the four hex screw as shown here and then the other one on the bottom side of the main board. Detach the main board from the I/
Chapter 1 3System Block DiagramCPUNorthwood-muFCPGACLK GENICS 951104ALI1671VGANVIDIAGEFORCE2GO100TouchPadCONNCRTLCDDDR BUFFER2M * 32BIT * 4Bank *4FIR
70 Chapter 3Removing the Modem Cable1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keyboa
Chapter 3 71Disassembling the LCD ModuleRemoving the LCD Bezel1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 62
72 Chapter 3Removing the LCD Latch1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keyboard
Chapter 3 73Removing the LCD Brackets1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keybo
74 Chapter 3Removing the Coaxial Cable1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on page 623.See “Removing the Keyb
Chapter 3 75System Upgrade ProcedureBase Unit to Wireless LAN Unit1.See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 572.See “Removing the Middle Cover” on pag
76 Chapter 311. Insert the wireless LAN board into its socket and press it down to secure well.12. Attach the upper case back to the lower case as sho
Chapter 4 77Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer
78 Chapter 4System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive CheckDo the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-
Chapter 4 79Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckRemove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested.If the internal keyboard doe
4 Chapter 1Board LayoutTop View1 IEEE 1394 17 SW2 Setting2 Line-in Port 18 Touch Pad Connector3 Line-out Port 19 External CD/DVD-ROM Module Connector4
80 Chapter 4Check the Power AdapterUnplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter ca
Chapter 4 81Touchpad CheckIf the touchpad doesn’t work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective
82 Chapter 4Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely ca
Chapter 4 83Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration usedRun “Load Default Settings” in BIOS Setup Utility.RTC batteryMain BoardMemory size fo
84 Chapter 4Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageError Message ListNo beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceNo beep, power-on indicator turns off
Chapter 4 85Indicator-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceIndicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctlyReconnect th
86 Chapter 4Power Management-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in SequenceThe system will not enter hibernation Keyboard (if control is from the
Chapter 4 87NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 88.Serial or para
88 Chapter 4Intermittent ProblemsIntermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defec
Chapter 4 89Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, MessageError Code Message Action in Sequence16XXX Backup battery error Backup battery01XXX CPU or main
Chapter 1 5Bottom View1 Modem Connector 5 DIMM socket 22 Modem Connector 6 RF Module Connector3 DIMM Socket 1 7 FIR4 Modem Board Socket
Chapter 5 91Top ViewPCB 01219-SCCN1 IEEE 1394 CN22 Touch Pad ConnectorJK4 Line-in Port CN23 External CD/DVD-ROM Module ConnectorJK3 Line-out Port CN3
92 Chapter 5SW2 SettingsSW4 SettingSwitch 1 ON: Enable password checkOFF: Disable password checkSwitch 2 ON: Enable BootBlock ErasableOFF: Dis
Chapter 5 93Bottom ViewCN27 Modem Connector DM2 DIMM socket 2CN26 Modem Connector CN4 RF Module Connector (on daughter board)DM1 DIMM Socket 1 U1 FIR
Chapter 6 95This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of the product. Refer to this chapter whenever or
96 Chapter 6Exploded Diagram
Chapter 6 97Picture No. Partname DescriptionCPU/ProcessorNS IC CPU 1.7 GMHz 400FSB INTEL IC CPU NORTH 1.7G/400FSB UFCPGAMemoryNS SODIMM 256M MITSUBISH
98 Chapter 6KeyboardNS KEYBOARD 84KEY ENGLISH NSK-A6101KB DARFON/NSK-A6101 USCablesNS MODEM CABLE CABLE MDCNS POWER CORD 125V 3PIN CORD 125V UL 3P K0
Chapter 6 99NS MICROPHONE CABLE CABLE MICROPHONENS POWER SWITCH CABLE CABLE POWER SWITCHMain boardNS MAINBOARD A7 W/MODEM,MODEM CABLE, I/O CHASSISMAIN
100 Chapter 6NS DAUGHTER BOARD DAUGHTER BOARD TM630 (DIP)NS TOUCHPAD BOARD TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM41P-357NS CD/DVD BOARD T2-610 CD-ROM BOARDBatteryNS
Chapter 6 101Combo DriveNS DVD/CDRW DRIVE 8X PANASONIC/UJDA720AC2-B 610ASSEMBLY DVD/CD-RW MODULEDVD/CDRW DRIVE 8X PANASONIC/UJDA720AC2-B 610DVD/CDR8X
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