Acer Travelmate 8000 Service Guide
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Chapter 243 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.
Chapter 345 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
46Chapter 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 6000/ TravelMate 8000 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 347 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
48Chapter 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 349 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
50Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1.Release the battery lock. 2.Slide the battery latch then remove the battery.
Chapter 351 Removing the Optical Module/HDD Module/Wireless Lan Card and LCD module Removing the Optical Module 1.Slide the optical disk drive latch. 2.Remove the ODD module. Removing the HDD Module 1.Remove the two screws holding the HDD cover. 2.Remove the HDD cover. 3.Remove the HDD module. Removing the Wireless LAN Card 1.Remove the screw that secures the PCI door then remove the PCI door. 2.Disconnect the right and the left wireless antenna. 3.Pop out the wireless LAN card then remove it.
52Chapter 3 Removing the LCD Module 1.Remove the four screws that secures the middle cover; two one each side. 2.Detach middle cover with the assistance of a plastic flat head screw driver. 3.Disconnect the LCD cable then take out the cable from the upper case. 4.Disconnect the left wireless LAN antenna line. Then take out the antenna from the upper case with a tweezers. 5.Unscrew the four screws holding the LCD hinges; two on each side. 6.Then remove the entire LCD module.