Acer 5920G Series manual Code, Beeps, POST Routine Description

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Code

Beeps

POST Routine Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8Ch

 

Initialize floppy controller

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8Fh

 

Determine number of ATA drives (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90h

 

Initialize hard-disk controllers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

91h

 

Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

92h

 

Jump to UserPatch2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

93h

 

Build MPTABLE for multi-processor boards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

95h

 

Install CD ROM for boot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

96h

 

Clear huge ES segment register

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

97h

 

Fixup Multi Processor table

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

98h

1-2

Search for option ROMs. One long, two short

 

 

 

 

beeps on checksum failure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

99h

 

Check for SMART drive (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9Ah

 

Shadow option ROMs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9Ch

 

Set up Power Management

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9Dh

 

Initialize security engine (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9Eh

 

Enable hardware interrupts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9Fh

 

Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A0h

 

Set time of day

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A2h

 

Check key lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A4h

 

Initialize Typematic rate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A8h

 

Erase F2 prompt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AAh

 

Scan for F2 key stroke

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACh

 

Enter SETUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AEh

 

Clear Boot flag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B0h

 

Check for errors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B2h

 

POST done- prepare to boot operating system

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B4h

1

One short beep before boot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B5h

 

Terminate QuietBoot (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B6h

 

Check password (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B9h

 

Prepare Boot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BAh

 

Initialize DMI parameters

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BBh

 

Initialize PnP Option ROMs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BCh

 

Clear parity checkers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BDh

 

Display MultiBoot menu

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BEh

 

Clear screen (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BFh

 

Check virus and backup reminders

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C0h

 

Try to boot with INT 19

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C1h

 

Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C2h

 

Initialize error logging

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C3h

 

Initialize error display function

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C4h

 

Initialize system error handler

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C5h

 

PnPnd dual CMOS (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C6h

 

Initialize notebook docking (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C7h

 

Initialize notebook docking late

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C8h

 

Force check (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C9h

 

Extended checksum (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Aspire 5920G Series Service Guide PRINTED IN TAIWANRevision History Copyright DisclaimerConventions SCREEN MESSAGESPreface Page System Specifications FeaturesChapter Operating systemAudio Storage subsystemInput devices CommunicationLine-in jack RF-in port optionalEnvironment TemperatureHumidity non-condensing System Block Diagram Board Layout Top View1820 29 25 26 27Bottom View Subwoofer ConnectorYour Acer Notebook tour Front ViewClosed Front View Button to launch your internet browser andTo play, pause, record, rewind, fast forward infrared printer and IR-aware computerLeft View Accepts audio line-in devices e.g., audioAccepts input from external microphones Connects to a display device e.g., externalRight View Rear viewConnects to an AC adapter Indicators Base viewThe computer has several easy-to-read status indicators Easy-Launch Buttons Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is activeIndicates the status of wireless LAN communication Touchpad Basics Using the Keyboard Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypadWindows Keys Hot Keys Windows keyThis key has the same effect as clicking the right Special Key The Euro symbolThe US dollar sign Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordAcer eNet Management Chapter Acer ePower Management DC Mode Battery modeTo create new power plan AC Mode Adapter modeAcer ePresentation Management Battery statusAcer eDataSecurity Management Chapter Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Getting to know your Acer OrbiCamChanging the Acer OrbiCam resolution Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager Hardware Specifications and Configurations BIOSProcessor CPU Fan True Value TableSystem Memory Memory CombinationsBluetooth Interface Wireless Module 802.11a/b/g/nLAN Interface Modem InterfaceDVD-Dual Interface Audio InterfaceUSB Port PCMCIA PortSystem Board Major Chips KeyboardBattery LCD 15.4” inchSystem Power Management Power ManagementSpecification LCD InverterSystem Utilities BIOS Setup Utility BootSecurity ExitNavigating the BIOS Utility Information Main System TimeShows system base memory size Shows extended memory sizeChapter Security Set Supervisor PasswordSet User Password Set Hard Disk PasswordSetting a Password Clear or SetRemoving a Password Changing a PasswordChapter Boot BootBoot priority order Excluded from boot orderExit Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup DefaultsExit Exit Saving ChangesBIOS Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart Assembly WirelessLCD Module LCD BezelRemoving the Battery Pack 1. Unlock the battery lock move the battery lock to the right2. Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery Removing the Memory and Wireless LAN Card Removing the HDD ModuleRemoving the ODD Module Removing the VGA Board and Thermal Module 17. Remove one screw from inside the battery compartment Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module 9. Pull out the wireless LAN antennas from the cable holders as shown 10. Remove the four screws securing the hinges11. Detach the LCD module from the main unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly Disassembling the Lower Case AssemblyDisassembling the Main Unit Removing the Power BoardRemoving the Subwoofer Removing the MDC Card Module10. Disconnect the subwoofer cable from the main board 11. Remove the four screws fastening the subwooferRemoving the USB Board Removing the CPURemoving the Main Board Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Removing the Touchpad BoardRemoving the DC Cable and Jack Removing the Email BoardRemoving the Launch Key Board Removing the Speaker31. Remove the four screws fastening the launch key board 32. Disconnect the launch key board cable as shownDisassembling the LCD Module Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD ModuleDisassembling the ODD Module Chapter Troubleshooting Symptoms VerifiedGo To System 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 Message List No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes CodeBeeps POST Routine Description2-1-2-3 Code BeepsPOST Routine Description Chapter 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 SymptomsPeripheral-Related Symptoms Keyboard/Touchpad-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems Jumper and Connector Locations 182029 25 26 27 Bottom View FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Aspire Chapla Exploded Diagram CategoryPart Name and Description Acer Part NoCategory Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category Part Name and DescriptionAcer Part No Category SCREW M1.6*4.0-I NINYLOK