Acer Travelmate 290 Service Guide

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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 63):
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 
TCD-ROM/Diskette drive Module
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:
TMain board
TLCD assembly 
						

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Top View
1-JP12 CPU Socket 13-JP15 PCMCIA Connector
2-JP7 FAN Connector 14-JP20 MIC in Jack
3-JP2 Parallel Port 15-JP23 Headphone out Jack
4-JP1 CRT Connector 16-SW3 Wireless Kill Switch
5-JP10 LCD Connector 17-JP18 Speakers Connector
6-JP6 USB Connector (x2) 18-JP17 Module Connector
7-JP5 RJ11/RJ45 Connector 19-JP13 Mini PCI Connector
8-JP4 S-Video Connector 20-PJP9 Battery Connector
9-JP3 IEEE 1394 Connector 21-JPJ21 Keyboard Connector
10-SW1 Lid Switch 22-JP22 HDD Connector
11-JP8 USB Connector 23-PCN1 DC-In Jack
12-JP11 MDC/MBC Connector
Jumper and Connector Locations
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SW1 Settings (Lid switch)
SW3 Settings(Kill Switch) 
Setting
Function 1 NONE 
Function 2 LCD BACKLIGHT OFF
Function 3 STAND BY
Function 4 HIBERNATE
Setting
On Wireless On
Bluetooth On
Off Wireless Off
Bluetooth Off 
						

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Bottom View
24-JP25 So-DIMM Socket
25-JP26 So-DIMM Socket 
						

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 This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate 290 
series products. 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
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Exploded Diagram
THE SYSTEM 
						

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LOGIC UPPER ASSY 
						

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