Acer 1700 manual Troubleshooting, Symptoms Verified Go To

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Chapter 4

Troubleshooting

Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.

NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test this model. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.

1.Duplicate symptom and obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.

2.Distinguish symptom. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation.

3.Disassemble and assemble the unit without any power sources.

4.If any problem occurs, you can perform visual inspection before you fellow this chapter’s instructions. You can check the following:

power cords are properly connected and secured; there are no obvious shorts or opens;

there are no obviously burned or heated components; all components appear normal.

5.Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to.

Symptoms (Verified)

Go To

 

 

Power failure. (The power indicator does not go

“Power System Check” on page 9.

on or stay on.)

 

 

 

POST does not complete. No beep or error

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on

codes are indicated.

page 11

 

“Undetermined Problems” on page 19

 

 

POST detects an error and displayed messages

“Error Message List” on page 12

on screen.

 

 

 

The diagnostic test detected an error and

“System Diagnostic Diskette” on page 43

displayed a FRU code.

 

 

 

Other symptoms (i.e. LCD display problems or

“Power-OnSelf-Test (POST) Error Message” on

others).

page 11

 

 

Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent

Use the customer-reported symptoms and go to

problems).

“Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message” on

 

page 11

 

“Intermittent Problems” on page 18

 

“Undetermined Problems” on page 19

 

 

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Contents Acer Aspire 1700 Series Date Chapter Updates Revision HistoryCopyright DisclaimerConventions Screen MessagesPreface Page Table of Contents Troubleshooting Jumper and Connector Locations Appendix a Model Definition and Configuration 100FRU List Appendix B Test Compatible Components 103Table of Contents Chapter OverviewFeatures PerformanceOutlook Label DescriptionClosed Front view Lef t view Right view Rear view Bottom view Main Board Layout Processor Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsBios Hotkey List System Memory Memory CombinationsCache Memory Video MemoryAudio Interface IDE Interface Floppy disk drive InterfaceParallel Port Serial PortModem USB PortMemory Address Map PCI INTx# Assignment MapAddress Map IRQ Assignment MapHex Range Devices IRQx System Devices Add-On-Card DevicesApic mode DRQ Assignment MapMain Board Major Chips Environmental RequirementsMechanical Specifications Power Management Function Acpi support function Device Standby ModeBios Setup Utility System UtilitiesNavigating the Bios Utility Info Parameter DescriptionMain MM/DD/YYYYParameter Description Format/Option System Devices Parameter Description OptionsParameter Description Option SecurityClear or Set Setting a Password Page Boot Exit Table below describes the parameters in this screenMachine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart CPUODD Screw List Remove the battery DisassemblingRemove the HDD module Remove the combo driveRemove the thermal module Remove CPURemove the memory Remove VGA cardRemove the inverter cover Detach the wireless cardRemove moden card Detach the upper system cover Remove the LCD moduleRemove the LCD panel Remove the inverter boardPage Remove the mylars Remove the wireless module Remove the side bracketRepeat the same procedure on the other side bracket Remove the LED board Detach the front panel Remove the Audio DJ boardRemove the touch pad Remove the floppy drive Remove the lid switch cableRemove the touch pad board Remove the speaker set Remove the mainboardRemove the system fan FDD Module HDD ModuleCombo Module Chapter Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Re-assembling the mainboard Re-assemblyPlace the system fan Place the speaker set back to position Place the floppy module back to position Place the touch pad back to positionReconnect the Audio DJ board Place the system cover back to positionReconnect the LED cable Place the keyboard back to positionPlace the LED cable back to position Place the MDC cable back to positionReconnect the sub-woofer Place the wireless antenna back to position Place the side mount back to positionReattach the LCD cable Place the inverter board back to positionRe-assembling the LCD module Place the inverter cover back to position Reconnect the cable to the MDC card and wireless cardPlace the system cover and hinge back to position Place the VGA card back to position Insert the memoryReconnect the HDD power and coaxial cable Place the CPU backPlace the thermal module back to position Place the floppy back to positionPlace the battery or dummy battery back to position Place the bottom shield back to positionFDD Module Combo 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 Battery Pack Touchpad checkPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Index of Error MessagesError Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence LCDIndex 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/LAN-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems DimmChapter Aspire 1700 Jumpers and Connectors Top viewConnector Description Connector No DescriptionBottom View Audio DJ FFC connector Exploded Diagram SystemFDD Assy HDD Assy ODD Assy Chapter FRU List Picture Partname And Description Part NumberLCD Bezel W/ Acer Logo DVD-RW Combo Module 24X QSI SBW242 PCI Wireless LAN Card Ambit 802.11B Keyboard Sunrex German Plate Card Wirele Number Reader Ss LAN Appendix aAspire 1700 Series ModelMain Features Appendix a Test Compatible Components Appendix BMicrosoft Windows XP Environment Test GB LAN HUBWireless LAN Card Gemtek Wireless LAN CardBlueTooth Card 3Com BlueTooth CardUSB HDD Appendix B Appendix B Online Support Information Appendix CAppendix C Index AcpiUart
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1700 specifications

The Acer 1700 series represents a noteworthy entry into the world of mid-range laptops, targeting users who seek a balance of performance, portability, and affordability. This series is designed for a variety of use cases, from everyday tasks to more demanding applications, making it suitable for students, professionals, and casual users alike.

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