Acer Travelmate 340 Service Guide

Chapter 235
System Utility Diskette
This utility diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 340 notebook machine.  It provides the following functions:
1.
Panel ID Utility
2.
Thermal & Fan Utility
3.
Main Board Data Utility
To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a “Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu” prompt you to 
choose the testing item.  Follow the instructions on screen to proceed.
NOTE: 
This program contains a readme.txt file.   This readme.txt file will introduct each test utility and...

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System Diagnostic Diskette
IMPORTANT: 1The diagnostics program here that we used is called PQA (Product Quality Assurance) and is 
provided by Acer Headquarters. You can utilize it as a basic diagnostic tool.  To get this program, 
either download it from http://csd.acer.com.tw or find it in the TravelMate 340 service CD kit. 
To better fit local service requirements, your regional office MAY have other diagnostic program.  
Please contact your regional offices or the responsible...

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Running PQA Diagnostics Program
Press ®¬ to move around the main menu. Press Enter to enable the selected option. The main options are 
Diag, Result, SysInfo, Option and Exit.
The Diag option lets you select testing items and times.
The following screen appears when you select Diag from the main menu.
One Test performs a single test and Manual checks the selected test items in sequence.
Multi Test performs multiple tests of the selected items and check the select test items in sequence.
Full...

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Specify the desired number of tests and press Enter.
After you specify the number of tests to perform, the screen shows a list of test items (see below).
Move the highlight bar from one item to another. Press Space to enable or disable the item. Press Enter to 
view the available options of each selected item. Press Esc to close the submenu.
The right corner screen information gives you the available function keys and the specified test number.
TSpace: Enables/disables the item
TESC: Exits...

Chapter 339
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:
TWrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
TFlat-bladed screwdriver
TPhillips screwdriver
TTw ee z e rs
TFlat-bladed screwdriver or plastic stick
NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the 
screws with the...

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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.
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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 remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in 
that order.
START
HDD ModuleExtended DIMM
CoverMiddle CoverBattery
LCD FPC
 Cable
M ain Unit(see next page)
KeyboardInverter C able
LCD...

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Screw List
ItemPart No.Description
A 86.9A322.9R0 Screw M2.0X9 (Black)
B 86.9A322.4R0 Screw M2.0X4
C 86.9A353.6R0 Screw M2.5X6
D 86.9A553.5R0 Screw M2.5X5
E 86.9A323.4R0 Screw M2.5X4 (Black)
F 86.9A522.6R0 Screw M2.0X6
G 86.9A323.6R0 Screw M2.5X6 (Black)
M a in  U n it
Modem Heat
Plate
Modem BoardMain Board
DIMM Cover
DIMM Module
RTC Battery
HDD BoardM odem  Connector
Upper Case
P C M C IA Slot
Touchpad Bracket
Touchpad Cable
Touchpad Board
CPU Heatsink
Upper Case
T ouchpad Bracket
Touchpad...

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Removing the Battery Pack
1.Push the battery release button inward.
2.Slide the battery pack out from the main unit.
 
 
NOTE: To replace the battery pack into the main unit, be sure that the triangular point in the battery pack 
matches with the point in the lower case.
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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1.Remove the screw of the hard disk module.
2.Slide the hard disk module out from its bay.
NOTE: 
1After loosening the hard disk drive screw, you must completely remove it so you can then slide out the 
hard disk drive.  It may be a little difficult to completely remove the screw. 
Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module
1.Gently, detach the connector from the hard disk module.
2.Remove the two screws on both sides of the hard disk module.
3.Remove the...