Acer Travelmate C110 Service Guide

Chapter 483
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 problem, do the following:
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...

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Undetermined Problems
The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, 
whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative.  
Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU).
NOTE: Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer.
NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power 
System...

Chapter 485
Index of AFlash BIOS Error Message
Error MessageAction in Sequence
Hardware Error  See “System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 46
VPD Checksum Error Reboot the system and then retest with this diskette.
BIOS Update Program Error Turn off the power and restart the system.
System Error Make sure this AFlash BIOS diskette for this model.
Without AC adapter make sure to connect AC adapter
Battery Low make sure to install a highly charged battery, and reboot 
system. 

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Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code, Message
Error CodeMessageAction in Sequence
16XXX Backup battery error Backup battery
01XXX CPU or main board error Reload BIOS default setting.
System board
02XXX Memory error DIMM
System board
03XXX Keyboard error Reset Keyboard
Keyboard
System board
04XXX Video error System board
05XXX Parallel Port error System board
06XXX Serial port or main board error System board
07XXX Diskette drive error Diskette drive
System board
08XXX Hard disk error...

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To p  V i e w
PCB 02225-SB
DCIN1 AC adapter connector LIN1 Line-in port
CSW1 LCD cover switch connector HP1 Line-out port
CRT1 VGA port DM1 Memory slot 1
RJ1 RJ11 and RJ45 connectors SW1 Please refer to below for SW1 settings
LCD1 LCD coaxial cable connector RTC1 RTC battery connector
INV1 LED/Inverter board connector U25 Debug purpose only
MDC1 Fax/Modem board connector IR1 FIR connector
KB1 Keyboard cable connector MIC1  Inte rnal microphone and tablet PC lid 
connector
U11 855-GM  chip...

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SW1 Settings
NOTE: *:  Default setting
SW4Setting
Switch 1 ON:    Disable password check
OFF*:  Enable password check
Switch 2 ON:    Enable BootBlock Erasable
OFF*:  Disable BootBlock Erasable 

Chapter 589
Bottom View
DM2 Memory slot U63 ICH-4 (I/O controller)
MINI1 MiniPCI wireless module connector PWRSW1 Power switch
TRING1 Modem cable connector
DM2MINI1TRING1
U63PWRSW1 

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Chapter 691
This chapter gives you the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations of TravelMate C110.  
Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for 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 change is made, it will not be noted on 
the printed Service Guide.  For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS,...

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Exploded Diagram