Acer Travelmate 660 Service Guide

							Chapter 243
Boot
This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices 
includes the distette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay. 
						

							44Chapter 2
Exit
The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
ParameterDescription
Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS.
Load Setup Default Load default values for all SETUP item.
Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items.
Save Changes Save Setup Data to CMOS. 
						

							Chapter 245
BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
TNew versions of system programs
TNew features or options
TRestore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. 
Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery 
Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.
NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not 
contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not 
completely loaded. 
Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.
1.Prepare a bootable diskette.
2.Copy the Phlash utilities to the bootable diskette.
3.Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function. 
						

							46Chapter 2 
						

							Chapter 347
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
TSmall Philips screw driver
TPhilips screw driver
TFlat head screwdriver
TPlastic flat head screw driver
THex screw driver
TTw e e z e r s
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. 
When you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to scrape the cover.
Chapter 3
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 
						

							48Chapter 3
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.
NOTE:  TravelMate 660 series product uses mylar or tape to fasten the FFC/FPC/connectors/cable, you may 
need to tear the tape or mylar before you disconnect different FFC/FPC/connectors. 
						

							Chapter 349
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
Battery
HDD DoorMiddle CoverODD Module
HDD ModuleHx2
Fx2LCD ModuleSx4
ODD BoardODD Bracket
KeyboardHx2
Mx3
Main Unit
Assembly
Front Bezel
Logic Upper
AssemblySx19
Hx2
Ux3Logic Lower
Assembly
Dimm Door
MemoryHx2
Ox4
Function Key
Board
PCI Door
Wireless LAN
CardHx2Hx3
ODD
Ax4
Hx1
Hx1
Main Board
CPU
Dimm
HDD
Bracket
4-in-1 Card
Rearder
Modem/
Bluetooth
Combo Card
Smart Card
Reader
Thermal
Module
Top Cover
Shielding Fx2
Ex4 Tx2Dx3
Hx2Hx1
Touchpad
ShieldingQx4
Touchpad
Board
Touchpad
HolderHx4
TouchpadTouchpad
Cable (FFC)
Antenna LineModem Cable
Cx4 
						

							50Chapter 3
 
Screw List
ItemDescription
A NUT-I/O 
B SCREW M1.6X4.0-I-NI-NYLOK 
C SCREW M2.0X2.5-I-NI-NYLOK 
D SCREW M2.0X3.0-I-NI-NYLOK 
E SCREW M2.0X3.5-I-NI-NYLOK 
F SCREW M2.0X5-I-NI-NYLOK 
G SCREW M2.5X3-I-NI-NYLOK
H SCREW M2.5X4.0-B-NI-NYLOK 
I SCREW M2.5X4-I-NYLOK 
J SCREW M2.5X5.0-I-NI-NYLOK 
K SCREW M2.5X5.5-P-NI-NYLOK 
LCD Module
6 LCD
Cushions
Jx6
LCD Bezel
LCD Inverter
LCD
AssemblyHx4LCD Panel
LCD Brackets Hx4LCD Coaxial
CableLCDWireless
AntennaHx2LCD Latch Kit
Bracket
Dx1
LCD Latch Kit
Dx4 
						

							Chapter 351
L SCREW M2.5X0.45+7I-NYLOK 
M SCREW M1.7X3.5-I-BZN
N SCREW M2X3-I-BNI-NYLOK 
O SCREW M2.0X5.0-I-BNI-NYLOK 
P SCREW M2.0X6.0-I-NI-NYLOK
Q SCREW M2.5X2-I-NI-NYLOK 
R SCREW M2.5X4-I-BNI 
S SCREW M2.5X7
T SCREW M3.0X3.5
U SCREW M2.5X5 (BLACK)
ItemDescription 
						

							52Chapter 3
Removing the Battery Pack
1.Release the battery lock.
2.Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.