Acer Travelmate 8210 Service Guide

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Note: If you can not correct the problems according to the anterior tables, see “Undetermined Problems”.
Symptom/ErrorAction in Sequence
System configuration 
does not match the 
installed devices. Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute “Load Default Settings”, 
then reboot system.
Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.
External display does not 
work correctly.Press Fn + F5, LCD/CRT/Both display switching
System board
USB does not work 
correctly.System board
Print problems Ensure the “Parallel Port” in the “Onboard Devices 
Configuration” of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Onboard Devices Configuration
Run printer self-test.
Printer driver
Printer cable
Printer
System Board
Serial or parallel port 
device problems.Ensure the “Serial Port” in the Devices Configuration” of BIOS 
Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Device driver
Device cable
Device
System board
Symptom/ErrorAction in Sequence
Keyboard (one or more 
keys) does not work.Reconnect the keyboard cable.
Keyboard
System board
Touchpad does not work. Reconnect touchpad cable.
Touchpad board
System board
Symptom/ErrorAction in Sequence
Internal modem does not 
work correctly.Modem phone port
modem combo board
System board 
						

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Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware 
defect, such as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be 
considered only when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing an intermittent problems, follow the procedures below:
1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.
2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU.
3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors. 
						

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Undetermined Problems
The diagnostic problems does not identify which devices fail, which devices are incorrectly installed, whether a 
short circuit happens, or whether the system is inoperative.
Note: Verify if all devices attached are supported by the computer.
Note: Verify if the power supply used at the time of failure is operating correctly. You can refer to “Power 
System Check”.
Follow the procedures below to isolate the failing FRU. Do not isolate non-defective FRU.
1. Power off the computer.
2. Visually check the devices. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.
3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:
•Non-Acer devices
•Printer, mouse, and other external devices
•Battery Pack
•Hard disk drive
•DIMM
•CD-ROM / Diskette drive module
•PC cards
4. Power on the computer.
5. Determine if the problem has been resolved.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failed FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.
•System board
•LCD assembly 
						

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Top View of Main Board
Jumper and Connector LocationsChapter 5 
						

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Part One of Top View
Part Two of Top View 
						

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Part Three of Top View
Item DescriptionItem Description
CN20 SVIDEO CN32 RTC battery connector (two 
pin)
CN21 Docking CN33 HDD connector (22 pin 
SATA)
CN22 DVI-D CN37 Connector SMD FFC 30 pin
CN23 CRT connector CN38 Bluetooth module connector 
(five pin)
CN24 mini card connector U37 V-RAM
CN25 RJ45 W/ LED U40 V-RAM
CN26 Battery connector (seven 
pin)U41 VGA chip
CN28 Fan connector U43 CPU
CN29 Media connector (M/B side) U44 North bridge
CN30 DDR2 (9.2MM) U48 South bridge
CN31 DDR2 (5.2MM) U57 BIOS 
						

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Bottom View
Part One of Bottom View 
						

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Part Two of Bottom View
Part Three of Bottom View
ItemDescriptionItemDescription
CN02 Mic connector (two pin) CN15 Speaker connector (four pin)
CN03 Main board to button board 
FFC connector (16 pin)CN16 1394 (four pin)
CN04 LCD connector (40 pin) CN17 SPDIF (line out)
CN05 daughter board cable to 
main board (10 pin)CN18 Audio jack/line in
CN06 Keyboard FFC connector 
(25 pin)CN19 Audio jack/mic
CN07 Touchpad FFC connector 
(four pin)U06 V-RAM
CN08 USB U10 V-RAM
CN09 USB U28 IR module
CN10 Smart card FFC connector SW02 Slider switch
CN12 PCMCIA card header SW03 Slider switch
CN14 Five-in-one card reader 
						

							Chapter 689
This chapter offers the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) list in global configuration of Travelmate 8210/ 8200 series. 
Refer to this chapter whenever ordering the 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 is changed, 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 service.
Note: To scrap or to return the defective parts, you should follow the local government ordinance or 
regulations on how to dispose them properly, or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to 
return it.
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListChapter 6 
						

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Exploded Diagram