Acer 250 manual Bios Flash Utility, System Diagnostic Diskette

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BIOS Flash Utility

The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: New versions of system programs

New features or options

Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.

NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility.

NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash.

NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash utility. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash, you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded.

Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash.

1.Prepare a bootable diskette.

2.Copy the Phlash utilities to the bootable diskette.

3.Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The Phlash utility has auto-execution function.

System Diagnostic Diskette

This diagnostic diskette is for the Acer TravelMate 240/250 series notebook machine. However, system diagnostic utility is not ready as service CD released. Acer HQ CSD will upload the utility to CSD website as soon as it is ready.

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Contents Acer TravelMate 240/250 Series Revision History Date Chapter UpdatesDisclaimer CopyrightScreen messages ConventionsPreface Page Table of Contents Appendix C Online Support Information 146 Index 148 Table of Contents System Introduction FeaturesDisplay ICH4-M System Block DiagramTop View Board LayoutBottom View Front Panel PanelDescription Left PanelIcon Item/ Port Description Icon Item/ Port Description Right Panel Icon Port Description Rear PanelBottom Panel Icon Function Description IndicatorsUnderstanding the icons Special keys KeyboardLock key Description Keys Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock offHot Keys Click on the language tab and click on Details Launch Keys Second Level Cache Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSystem Board Major Chips Processor for TravelMateDDR-DRAM System MemoryMemory Combinations 0MBMFM LAN InterfaceModem Interface Floppy Disk Drive InterfaceHard Disk Drive Interface Items SpecificationCD-ROM Interface IDE DVD-ROM InterfaceDVD-9/DVD-R Combo Drive Interface 8MB Audio InterfaceVideo Interface Video MemoryPcmcia Port Video Resolutions ModeParallel Port USB PortSimplo BatteryDC-DC/Charger Converter APITFT DC-AC LCD InverterAC Adapter TX38D85VC1CABSystem Hibernation timer expires Power ManagementPower Saving Mode Phenomenon Standby Mode Hibernation ModeEnvironmental Requirements Mechanical SpecificationMemory Address Map FF000000-FFFFFFFF Address MapFEBFFC00-FEBFFFFF FEC10000-FEC1FFFFAddress Map DMA Channel Function IRQ Assignment MapDMA Channel Assignment Interrupt Channel FunctionSystem Utilities Bios Setup UtilityNavigating the Bios Utility Parameter Description InformationMain Parameter Description Format/Option DMA3/DMA1 AdvancedParameter Description Options IRQ7/IRQ5Security Parameter Description Option Clear or SetRemoving a Password Chapter Boot Exit System Diagnostic Diskette Bios Flash UtilityChapter Machine Disassembly and Replacement Before You Begin General InformationHDD Disassembly Procedure FlowchartScrew List Removing the Battery Removing the Memory Module Removing the Modem Board Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module Removing the Hard Disk Drive ModuleRemoving the Middle Cover Removing the LCD ModuleRemoving the Launch Board Removing the LCD Module Chapter Removing the LCD Bezel Disassembling the LCD ModuleRemoving the Inverter Board 15 LCD Removing the LCD Brackets Removing the 15 TFT LCDRemoving the LCD Hinges Removing the LCD Coaxial CablePage Removing the MimiPCI Card Plate Removing the RTC BatteryDisassembling the Main Unit Removing the KeyboardRemoving the Processor Removing the Thermal ModuleRemoving the Upper Case Assemly Installing the ProcessorRemoving the Touchpad Cable Removing the Touchpad BoardDissembling the Floppy Disk Drive Module Removing the Floppy Disk Drive ModuleRemoving the CPU Heatsink Plate Removing the VGA Heatsink PlateRemoving the ODD Module2 Removing the ODD Module1Removing the HDD Bracket Removing the DC Board Removing the Main BoardRemoving the Pcmcia Slot Removing the I/O Port BracketRemoving the Speaker Set Base Unit to Wireless Unit System Upgrade ProcedureInstalling the Main Board Installing the Speaker SetInstalling the DC Board Installing the Pcmcia SlotInstalling the ODD Module Installing the HDD BracketInstalling the VGA Heatsink Plate Installing the CPU Heatsink PlateInstalling the Touchpad Cable Installing the Floppy Disk Drive ModuleInstalling the Touchpad Board Installing the Upper Case Assemly Installing the Thermal Module Installing the MimiPCI Card Plate Installing the Keyboard Installing the RTC BatteryPage Assembling the LCD Module Installing the LCD HingesInstalling the LCD Coaxial Cable Installing the LCD BracketsInstalling the Inverter Board 15 LCD Installing the 15 TFT LCDInstalling the LCD Bezel Page Installing the LCD Module Installing the LCD ModuleInstalling the Launch Board Installing the Middle Cover TravelMate 240 Installing the Hard Disk Drive Module Removing the Modem Board Installing the Memory Module Installing the Battery Symptoms Verified Go To TroubleshootingKeyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive Check External CD-ROM Drive CheckMemory check Power System CheckCheck the Power Adapter Touchpad Check Check the Battery PackPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Error Codes Error Messages Index of Error MessagesError Code List Error Message ListCPU ID Cmos DimmCRT No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceCode Beeps Post Routine Description Post CodesChapter 104 Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROM Power-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related Symptoms Indicator-Related SymptomsPower Management-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms Speaker-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Dimm Undetermined ProblemsJumper and Connector Locations SW1 RJ1 LIN1FAN1 LOUT1SW1 Settings 115 TravelMate 240 FRU Field Replaceable Unit List TravelMate 240/250 Exploded Diagram Wireless LAN Board 802.11B RTC BatteryBattery Module LI-ION 8CELL MAH Simplo W/ Cover Battery LI-ION 8CELL 2.0 MAHTouchpad Cable Cover Switch CableLaunch Board Modem Board 56K AmbitBracket HDD Bracket Switch Cable & Touchpad ModuleHinge CAP Left Optical Drive SupportMiddle Cove W/LAUNCH Wireless Antenna RightBlack Wireless Antenna Left Touchpad CoverFDD Drive 1.44M Mitsumi FDD Module 1.44M MCI JUFDD Module 1.44M Mitsumi FDD Drive 1.44M MCI JUFujitsu V-40 MHT2040AT Moraga IC25N040ATMR04-0Toshiba Neptune MK4021GAS Seagate ST94011ANSK-AC60S Spanish Keyboard 84KEY Darfon Keyboard 84KEY DarfonNSK-AC61D US-INT Keyboard 84KEY Darfon NSK-AC602 Taiwan Keyboard 85KEY DarfonLCD Panel W/HINGE & Logo Modem & Modem Cable Pcmcia Slot & RTC BatteryInverter Cable LCD Coaxial CableRubber Foot Touchpad KnobLCD Screw Rubber Upper LCD Screw Rubber LowerInfineon HYS64D64020GBDL-6 Elpedia W30256AAEPI652A Memory DDR333 256MBMocron MT8VDDT3264HDG Memory DDR333 512MBChapter 128 129 TravelMate 240/250 Memory Battery Wireless NumberModel Name Definition Model131 TravelMate 240 Test Compatible Components Microsoft Windows XP Environment Test SpecificationsXGA TFT Simplo BTP-58A1 Assy BTY PK LI+2.0MAH 8C Option QSI SBW-242Isdn Pcmcia Pcmcia ATA PCMCIA-SCSI Pcmcia USBMicrosoft Windows 2000 Environment Test Appendix B 138 139 TravelMate 240/250 Appendix B 140 Microsoft Windows 98 Environment Test Appendix B 142 143 TravelMate 240/250 Appendix B 144 145 TravelMate 240/250 Online Support Information 147 Index Pcmcia Windows 98 Environment Test Index 150

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