Acer 1600 series manual Error Messages Corrective Action

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Error Messages

Corrective Action

 

 

0250 System battery is dead -

The CMOS clock battery indicator shows the battery is dead.

Replace and run SETUP

Replace the battery and run Setup to reconfigure the system.

 

 

0251 System CMOS

System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly,

checksum bad - Default

perhaps by an application program that changes data stored

configuration used

in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do

 

not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own

 

values. If the error persists, check the system battery or

 

contact your dealer.

 

 

0260 System timer error*

The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.

 

 

0270 Real time clock error*

Real-Time Clock fails BIOS hardware test. May require board

 

repair.

 

 

0271 Check date and time

BIOS found date or time out of range and reset the Real-

settings

Time Clock. May require setting legal date (1991-2099).

 

 

0280 Previous boot

Previous POST did not complete successfully. POST loads

incomplete - Default

default values and offers to run Setup. If the failure was

configuration used

caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the

 

next boot will likely fail. On systems with control of wait

 

states, improper Setup settings can also terminate POST and

 

cause this error on the next boot. Run Setup and verify that

 

the wait-state configuration is correct. This error is cleared

 

the next time the system is booted.

 

 

0281 Memory Size found by

Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS.

POST differed from CMOS

 

 

 

02B0 Diskette drive A error

Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette

02B1 Diskette drive B error

tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper

 

diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is attached

 

correctly.

 

 

02B2 Incorrect Drive A type -

Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup.

run SETUP

 

 

 

02B3 Incorrect Drive B type -

Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup.

run SETUP

 

 

 

02D0 System cache error -

RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older

Cache disabled

boards, check the cache jumpers. You may have to replace

 

the cache. See your dealer. A disabled cache slows system

 

performance considerably.

 

 

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Contents Acer Aspire 1600 series Page Getting familiar with your computer Peripherals and options Software English Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing English Xii Your computer Page Top view Tour of your computerClick buttons Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesVideo performance DisplayIndicators Icon Function Description Battery Charge Lock keys KeyboardSpecial keys Embedded keypad Windows key Windows keysFn-F3 HotkeysEuro key Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Right Way scroll Tap Left button Key Button Access Launch keys Description Default application User-programmable Inserting and ejecting a diskette StorageEjecting the optical drive tray Playing DVD movies Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Fax/data modem Connectivity optionsEthernet and LAN English Optional wireless communication Audio Adjusting the volumeSecurity slot PasswordsSecuring your computer Setting a password Battery power Page Maximizing the batterys life Battery packBattery pack characteristics To install a battery pack Installing and removing the battery packEnglish To remove a battery pack Charging the batteryBattery-low warning Checking the battery levelOptimizing battery life English Power management English Options Page External display devices Video External keyboard External input devicesExternal keypad English External pointing device Printer Audio devices PC Card Expansion devicesEnglish USB devices Ieee 1394 devices AC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Memory upgrade Key component upgradesEnglish Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsSpecial considerations Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Setting up a home office What to take with you Traveling with the computerTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page Launch Manager System softwareNavigating the Bios Utility Bios UtilitySetting a password Removing a password To exit the Bios UtilityChanging a password Troubleshooting Page If it is lit, check the following Frequently asked questionsThere is no audio coming from my computer Optical drive cannot read a disc Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Direct Memory Access registers Screen English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Use conditions FCC noticeTelecommunications notices Important safety instructionsModem notices English Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statementCanada Industry Canada IC LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory InformationExposure to Radio Frequency Radiation USA Federal Communications Commission FCCEnglish 100 Index 102 Guide FCC notice 104