Acer Beep Codes: BIOS and Laptop Beep Codes Explained

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Code

Beeps

POST Routine Description

 

 

 

C5h

 

PnPnd dual CMOS (optional)

C6h

 

Initialize notebook docking (optional)

 

 

 

C7h

 

Initialize notebook docking late

 

 

 

C8h

 

Force check (optional)

 

 

 

C9h

 

Extended checksum (optional)

 

 

 

D2h

 

Unknown interrupt

 

 

 

BIOS Beep Codes for Boot Block in Flash ROM

Code

Beeps

For Boot Block in Flash ROM

 

 

 

E0h

 

Initialize the chipset

E1h

 

Initialize the bridge

 

 

 

E2h

 

Initialize the CPU

 

 

 

E3h

 

Initialize the system timer

 

 

 

E4h

 

Initialize system I/O

 

 

 

E5h

 

Check force recovery boot

 

 

 

E6h

 

Checksum BIOS ROM

 

 

 

E7h

 

Go to BIOS

 

 

 

E8h

 

Set Huge Segment

 

 

 

E9h

 

Initialize Multiprocessor

 

 

 

EAh

 

Initialize OEM special code

 

 

 

EBh

 

Initialize PIC and DMA

 

 

 

ECh

 

Initialize Memory type

 

 

 

EDh

 

Initialize Memory size

 

 

 

EEh

 

Shadow Boot Block

 

 

 

EFh

 

System memory test

 

 

 

F0h

 

Initialize interrupt vectors

 

 

 

F1h

 

Initialize Run Time Clock

 

 

 

F2h

 

Initialize video

 

 

 

F3h

 

Initialize System Management Mode

 

 

 

F4h

1

Output one beep before boot

 

 

 

F5h

 

Boot to Mini DOS

 

 

 

F6h

 

Clear Huge Segment

 

 

 

F7h

 

Boot to Full DOS

 

 

 

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Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide

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Contents Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Date Chapter Updates Revision HistoryCopyright Conventions Service Guide Coverage Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Table of Contents Chapter Field Replaceable Unit FRU List Hardware FeaturesComponent Description Keyboard and Pointing Device LED Indicators and ButtonsDisplay and Camera SoftwareErgonomics and Security Environmental RequirementsTop View System TourIcon Component Function Hotkeys Closed Front ViewHotkey Icon Function Description Left View Rear ViewComponent Function Right View Base ViewSpecification SpecificationsVideo Audio Wireless LANBluetooth EthernetMemory Module System MemoryElpida Hynix Micron Nanya Samsung Hard Disk Drive GB HDDMK5055GSX WD5000BEVT Specification Brand Delta Hipro Lite-On Optical Disc DriveAcpi mode Description ADP-65JH DB aPhoenix SecureCore Setup Utility System UtilitiesAccessing the Setup Utility KBCSetup Utility Menus Navigating through the Setup UtilityKey Function Information Field DescriptionMain EnabledDisabled Field Description ValueSecurity Field Description ValueSetting a system password Resetting a system password Boot IDE0Exit Field DescriptionEquivalent Torque Values Disassembly ToolsStages of the Disassembly Process Kgf-cm In-lbSystem Screw List Pre-disassembly ProcedureCode Part Number Type Color External Modules Disassembly External Modules Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the Battery Pack Removing the xD Dummy CardRemoving the Lower Case Cover Type Quantity Color Torque Part NumberRemoving the Memory Modules Removing the Hard Disk Drive Removing the Wlan Module Type Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Optical Disc Drive Remove the screw securing the ODD bracket Main Unit Disassembly Main Unit Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the Middle Cover Removing the KeyboardRemoving the LCD Module Page Type Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Upper Case M2 x L4 Black Kgf-cm 86.00E13.524 Removing the Speakers Removing the Power Board Removing the Touchpad Board Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Removing the Heat Sink Fan HSF Assembly Removing the MainboardRemoving the Processor Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide LCD Module Disassembly LCD Module Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the LCD Bezel Removing the Lid Magnet Removing the LCD Panel Removing the LCD-CCD Coaxial Cable Removing the LCD Panel Brackets Removing the Wlan AntennasRemoving the CCD Board Post Error Messages Post Error IndicatorsError Messages Check or do the following in sequence Post Post Beep Codes Code Beeps Post Routine DescriptionCode Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Post Routine Description Bios Beep Codes for Boot Block in Flash ROM Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROMExternal CD/DVD-ROM Drive Check Troubleshooting ProcedureSystem Check Procedures Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckPower System Check Memory CheckUndetermined Problems Intermittent ProblemsTouchpad Check Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Block Diagram System ArchitectureMainboard Layout Code ComponentBottom View Clearing a Bios Password To clear a Bios passwordCreating the Bios Crisis Recovery Disk Bios RecoveryUnlocking the HDD Performing a Bios Recovery Field Replaceable Unit FRU List Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Exploded Diagram Component Part Name Part Number Continuation HDD 160GB 5400RPM Sata Seagate ST9160310AS F Category Part Name Part Number Power cordAcer Aspire 4732Z/4332 FRU List AdapterBattery pack BoardsCase/cover/bracket assembly CablesLED LCD Cover 14 IMR Blue W/ANTENNA*2 Memory module Heat sink fan assemblyProcessor DVD-RW drive Hard disk driveKeyboard Category Part Name Part Number Model Definition and Configurations Display Port Test Compatible DeviceUSB Port Test Line-out Jack Test Wlan Access Point TestMemory Card Test MMC, SD, xD, MS, MS Pro Compatible Software Online Support Information Index Components list 78 exploded view Connector Sleep mode Description 14 hotkey Software specifications