Acer 5560, 5590 manual Power-On Self-Test Post Error Message

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Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message

The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first.

NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.

This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. If the symptom is not listed, see “Undetermined Problems” on page 86.

The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function.

NOTE: Most of the error messages occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured.

NOTE: If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.

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Contents Aspire 5540/5560/5590 Series Service Guide Date Chapter Updates Revision HistoryCopyright DisclaimerConventions Screen MessagesPreface Page Chapter System SpecificationsFeatures Audio System Block Diagram Block DiagramBoard Layout Top ViewBottom View Jumper Settings DescriptionCommunication for Aspire Your Acer Notebook tourIcon Description Closed Front View Left View Right View Rear PanelIndicators Bottom PanelIcon Function Description HDDTouchpad Basics Launch key Default applicationEasy-Launch Buttons Page Using the Keyboard Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffLock Keys and embedded numeric keypad Windows KeysHot Keys Key Icon DescriptionSpecial Key Hot Key Icon Function DescriptionUS dollar sign Acer Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity ManagementChapter Acer eLock Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer eNet Management Acer ePower Management Acer ModeBattery status Acer ePresentation Management Hardware Specifications and Configurations SpecificationProcessor Second Level CacheModem Interface Memory CombinationsLAN Interface Hard Disk Drive Interface Bluetooth InterfaceWireless Module 802.11b/g optional device Combo Drive Interface DVD-Dual InterfaceAudio Interface Video InterfaceVideo Memory USB PortPcmcia Port Express Card InterfaceSystem Board Major Chips KeyboardBattery LCD 14.1 inchAC Adaptor System Power ManagementLCD Inverter System Utilities Bios Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot ExitNavigating the Bios Utility Information Parameter DescriptionSecurity Boot Exit MainParameter Description Format/Option Boot Exit SecuritySetting a Password Removing a PasswordClear or Set Parameter Description OptionChanging a Password Page Boot +Hard DriveInformation Main Security Boot ExitBios Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart Screw List Description Part NumberRemoving the Battery Pack Removing the Memory and the HDD Module Removing the ODD Module Removing the LCD ModuleChapter Page Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly Disassembling the Main UnitPage Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Page Disassembling the LCD Module Page Disassembling the LCD Module with video camera Page Chapter Disassembling the ODD Module Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the HDD Module Chapter Troubleshooting Symptoms Verified Go ToSystem Check Procedures External Diskette Drive CheckExternal CD-ROM Drive Check Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckPower System Check Memory checkCheck the Power Adapter Check the Battery Pack Touchpad CheckPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Index of Error Messages Error Code ListError Message List Error Codes Error MessagesCPU ID No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Phoenix Bios Beep Codes Code Beeps Post Routine DescriptionChapter Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related SymptomsIndicator-Related Symptoms Power-Related SymptomsPCMCIA-Related Symptoms Memory-Related SymptomsSpeaker-Related Symptoms Power Management-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems DimmJumper and Connector Locations Top ViewBottom View Jumper Settings Chapter FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No Aspire 5540/5560/5590 Exploded DiagramAspire 5540/5560/5590 FRU List Not contain the black mylar as Image shows Middle Cover TM Upper Case TM CPU DOTHAN740 1.73GMHZ Intel Assy HDD Bracket AG1 CPU Heatsink W/SCREW W/O FAN H3M0S SP Keyboard 89KEY Darfon NSK AEK0W Sweden Keyboard 89KEY Darfon NSK LCD Bezel 14.1 W/LOGO CCD Inverter Board 15.4 Foxconn LCD Cable 14.1 CCD Mainboard AG1910 W/O CPU W LCD Screw Rubber 106
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5590, 5560 specifications

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