Acer Aspire 1500 Service Guide
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Chapter 4102 NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 104. Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Symptom / ErrorAction in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly. Phone cable Driver Reconnect the Internal modem cable to the main board tightly. Main board Internal LAN does not work correctly Lan cable Driver Main board
103Chapter 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. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1.Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2.If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3.If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.
Chapter 4104 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-defective FRU). NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power System Check” on page 90): 1.Power-off the computer. 2.Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. 3.Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: TNon-Acer devices TPrinter, mouse, and other external devices TBattery pack THard disk drive TDIMM TPC Cards 4.Power-on the computer. 5.Determine if the problem has changed. 6.If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7.If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: TSystem board TLCD assembly
Chapter 5106 To p V i e w 1 LIN1 Line-in/MIC Connector 14 CN1 Switch Cable Connector (LCD Lid Switch) 2 LOUT1 Line-out/S/PDIF Connector 15 U20 CPU Socket 3 JR1 LAN Connector 16 RTC1 RTC Battery Connector 4 USB1, USB2, USB3, USB4USB Connector 17 FAN1 Fan Cable Connector 5 INV1 LCD Inverter Cable Connector 18 TPAD1 Touchpad Cable Connector 6 CRT1 CRT Connector 19 HDD1 HDD Connector 7 TV1 TV-out Connector 20 KB1 Keyboard Connector 8 LCD1 LCD Coaxial Cable Connector 21 SPK1 Speaker Connector 9 WIN1 Mini PCI Socket 22 IDE1 ODD Connector 10 U23 VGA Chip 23 South Bridge 11 North Bridge 24 FDD1 FDD Connector 12 PRT1 Printer Connector 25 CN7 Launch Cable Connector 13 DCIN1 AC Adapter Connector 26 MINI1 PCMCIA Slot Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter 5
107Chapter 5 Bottom View 1 CN3 Modem Cable Connector 2 CN6 Card Reader Slot 3 1394_1 IEEE 1394 Connector 4 IR1 IR Connector 5 CN8 Modem Board Connector 6 DM1 DIMM Socket 1 7 DM2 DIMM Socket 2 SW1 SW1-1Change Passwork On Enabled Off Disabled SW1-2BIOS Bootblock Erasable On Enabled Off Disabled
Chapter 5108 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of Aspire 1500. 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 the most up-to-date information available on your regional web or channel. For whatever reasons a part number change is made, it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide. For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines. NOTE: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or regulations on how to dispose it properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it. FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Chapter 5
Chapter 511 0 PictureNo.Partname And DescriptionPart Number Adapter NS ADAPTER 120W 3PIN LITEON PA- 1121-02ACAP.T3003.002 Battery NS RTC BATTERY 23.T30V1.101 18 BATTERY MODULE 12CELL SONY W/COVER6M.A16V1.001 NS BATTERY 12CELL SONY W/O COVERBT.A1604.002 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY NS BATTERY COVER 42.T30V1.001 Boards NS MODEM BOARD AMBIT AMBIT T60M283.10(01) 54.09011.544 NS BLUETOOTH & MODEM BOARD AMBIT T60M665.00 54.09061.001 NS WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11G WNC54.A16V1.001
111Chapter 5 NS WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802.11ABG WNC54.A16V1.002 NS DC-DC CHARGER BOARD 55.T30V1.001 NS LAUNCH BOARD 55.T30V1.002 Cables NS POWER CORD 125V 3PIN US 27.T30V1.001 POWER CORD 3A 250V 3PIN UK 27.T30V1.003 POWER CORD 10A 250V 2PIN EUROPE CONTINENTAL27.T30V1.004 POWER CORD 10A 250V AF 27.T30V1.005 POWER CORD 10A 250V SWISS 27.T30V1.006 POWER CORD 10A DEMARK 27.T30V1.007 POWER CORD 10A 250V ITALIAN 27.T30V1.008 NS COVER SWITCH CABLE 50.T30V1.002 NS MODEM CABLE 50.41T11.002 NS LAUNCH BOARD CABLE 50.A16V1.006 Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly 10 OPTICAL DEVICE SUPPORT BRACKET33.T30V1.001 PictureNo.Partname And DescriptionPart Number