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Quick Way to Execute AFlash
When you have already copied the AFlash files into your hard disk, you can 
simply type the following on the DOS prompt (subdirectory where the files are 
located) to quickly execute the program.
aflash (file name)          Enter
The program automatically performs the loading and programming functions, 
then reboots the system.
If the program cannot find the BIOS file, it returns to the main menu and 
flashes the following message:
Can’t Read This File!!!      Press any key to continue.....
In this case, follow the procedures for loading and programming the BIOS file 
using the main menu. 
						

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System Utility Diskette
This utility diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 510 notebook machine.  It 
provides the following functions:
1.  Panel ID Utility
2.  Thermal and Fan Utility
3.  Modem Dial Out
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.
Important:
 
This diskette is not bootable, do the following actions 
before you use it:
1.  Do system transfers.
2.  Copy HIMEM.SYS to A:\.
3.  Copy CHOICE.COM to A:\.
4.  Copy EMM386.EXE to A:\
Set LCD Panel ID
There is an EEPROM in the inverter which stores its supported LCD type ID 
code. If you replace an LCD with one of a different brand or use a new 
inverter, the ID information in the inverter EEPROM should be updated.
Follow the steps below to see the LCD Panel ID:
1.  Follow the instructions on-screen to read current or to set new LCD Panel 
ID code.
Note: 
When you set a new LCD Panel ID and the new LCD is not yet 
enabled (to function), connect an external CRT to see the 
program execution process.
Note:  Make sure the new ID code you choose corresponds with the 
LCD brand and type. If you write a wrong ID into the inverter, just 
reboot and re-execute the program and input the correct ID code.
2.  Restart the computer - the new LCD should work normally.
Note: 
If LCD cannot display after changing the ID code, make sure you 
select the correct ID code, or try reconnecting the LCD FPC cable 
connectors. 
						

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Set Thermal Sensor Threshold
The system is equipped with sensors to protect against system overheating. 
By setting System and processor thermal thresholds, the system can turn on 
the cooling fan or shut down automatically when temperatures reach the 
defined threshold parameters. 
						

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System Diagnostic Diskette
This diagnostic diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 510 notebook machine.  It 
provides the following functions:
1.  PQA System Diagnostics
2.  Audio Resource and Speaker Out Test
3.  Audio CD Play Controller
4.  Infrared ray test
5.  USB Register and Connect/Disconnect Test
Note: 
A USB device is required when executing USB Connection/
Disconnection Test, or this test fails.
6.  Exit
To use this diskette, first boot from this diskette, then a “Microsoft Windows 
98 Startup Menu” prompts you to choose the testing item.  Follow the 
instructions on screen to proceed.
Important:
 This diskette is not bootable, do the following actions 
before you use it:
1.  Do system transfers.
2.  Copy the following files to A:\
HIMEM.SYS
EMM386.SYS
RAMDRIVE.SYS
CHOICE.COM
LASTDRV.COM
MSCDEX.SYS
Note: 
 When executing a parallel or serial port test in System Test item, 
a loopback tool is needed.  This loopback is Acer proprietary 
design.  You may reach the [email protected] for 
ordering information. 
						

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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 and manual checks the selected test items 
in sequence.
Full Test Performs all items and full check the all test items in sequence.
Quick Test Performs special tests of the highlight items and quick check the 
select test items in sequence.
PQA                                        Vx_x     xx-xx-xx
DiagResult 
SysInfoOpt ion
Exit
PQA                                        Vx_x     xx-xx-xx
DiagResult
SysInfoOption
Exit
DiagONE         TEST
MULTI      TEST
FULL        TEST
QUICK     TEST 
						

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The screen below appears if you select Multi Test.
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 a space to mark or 
unmark the item. Press Enter to open the subitem menu. Press Esc to return 
to upper menu.
The right corner screen information gives you the available function keys and 
the specified test number.

Space: mark/unmark selecting item

ESC: return to upper menu

F1: help menu

F2: tests the marked item(s)

Enter: Opens the subitem’s menu
PQA                                        Vx_x     xx-xx-xx
Diag Result
SysInfoOption
Exit
DiagONE         TEST
MULTI      TEST
TEST COUNT VALUE (1...9999) 1
FULL        TEST
QUICK     TEST
PQA                                        Vx_x     xx-xx-xx
DiagResult
SysInfoOption
ExitDiagO N E        TE ST
M U LTI     T ES T
SPACE: m ark/unm ark selecting item
E S C     : re tu rn  to  u p pe r m e n u
F 2       : te sts th e  m a rke d  ite m (s )
ENTER: open subitem’s m enu
Te s t Ti m e s  =  1
FU L L        T ES T
M U LTI     T ES T
Tes t Item s
1.    System Board
2.    M em ory  
3.    Keyboard
4.    Video
5.    Parallel P ort
6.    Serial Port
7.    D is kette D riv e
8.    H ard D isk
9.   CD-ROM
10.  Coprocessor
11.  Pointing D ev.
12.  Cache
F 1       : h elp  m en u 
						

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Test Times:  Indicates the number of tests to perform
Note: 
The F1 and F2 keys function only after you finish configuring the 
Test option.
Diagnostic Program Error Code and Messages
Error 
CodeMessageFRU/Action in Sequence
01XXX CPU or main board 
errorReload BIOS default setting.
CPU
System board
02XXX Memory error DIMM
System board
03XXX Keyboard error Reconnect Keyboard.
Keyboard
System board
04XXX Video error System board
05XXX Parallel Port error System board
06XXX Serial port or main 
board errorSystem board
07XXX Diskette drive error Diskette drive
System board
08XXX Hard disk error Reload BIOS default setting.
Hard disk
System board
09XXX CD-ROM error Reconnect CD-ROM cable.
CD-ROM drive
System board
10XXX Coprocessor CPU
System board
11XXX Pointing device error Reconnect Keyboard.
Keyboard
System board
12XXX Cache test error CPU
System board 
						

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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:

Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic 
discharge

Flat-bladed screwdriver

Phillips screwdriver

Tw ee z e rs

Flat-bladed screwdriver or plastic stick
Note: 
The screws for the different components vary in size. During the 
disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding 
components to avoid mismatch when putting back the 
components.
Removal and Replacement
Chapter  3 
						

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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.
Connector Types
There are two kinds of connectors on the system board: 

Connectors with no locks
Unplug the cable by simply pulling out the cable from the connector.

Connectors with locks
You can use a plastic stick to lock and unlock connectors with locks.
Unplugging the cable with locks
To unplug the cable, first unlock the connector by pulling up the two clasps on 
both sides of the connector with a plastic stick. Then carefully pull out the 
cable from the connector.
Plugging the cable with locks
To plug the cable back, first make sure that the connector is unlocked, then 
plug the cable into the connector. With a plastic stick, press the two clasps on 
both sides of the connector to secure the cables in place.
Note: 
The cables used here are special FPC (flexible printed-circuit) 
cables and more delicate than normal plastic-enclosed cables.  
Do not force cables out of the connectors to prevent damage.
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