Bios Flash Utility, System Diagnostic Diskette | Acer 1310 specs

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 Flash 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 Flash utility.

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

NOTE: Please use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Flash 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 Flash utility.

1.Prepare a bootable diskette.

2.Copy the Flash utilities to the bootable diskette.

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

System Diagnostic Diskette

IMPORTANT: 1The diagnostics program we use for Aspire 1310 is not exactly the same as PQA (Product Quality Assurance), the diagnostic program we used to employ in other model. The system diagnostic utilities is provided by Acer Headquarters. You can utilize it as a basic diagnostic tool. To get this program, find it on CSD website. To better fit local service requirements, your regional office MAY have other diagnostic program. Please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details. The diagnostic program contains a readme file. Please read the readme file as you run the diagnostic program.

1New added description. Please pay attention to it.

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Acer 1310 manual Bios Flash Utility, System Diagnostic Diskette

Contents

Service Guide Acer Aspire 1310 Series Revision History Copyright Conventions Preface Page Table of Contents Chpater Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter System SpecificationsFeatures Expansion System Block Diagram System BLO CK Diag RAM Board Layout Top View Bottom View FNJ34 Description Outlook ViewFront View Left Panel Right Panel Rear Panel Bottom Panel Indicators Keyboard Lock Key Description Desired Access Num Lock On Key Description Euro key Hot Key Function Function Left Button Righ Button Tap TouchpadTouchpad Basics Chapter Launch Keys Processor Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSpecification Modem Interface Memory CombinationsLAN Interface Floppy Disk Drive Interface Hard Disk Drive Interface DVD-ROM Interface ItemResolution Specification Parallel Port Pcmcia Port BatteryUSB Port System Board Major Chips AC Adapter DC-AC LCD inverter Power Management Power Saving Mode Phenomenon Humidity Mechanical SpecificationEnvironmental Requirements Vibration IRQ Assignment Map System Utilities Bios Setup UtilityNavigating the Bios Setup Utility Startup Parameter Description Exit Bios Flash Utility System Diagnostic Diskette Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You Begin Disassembly Procedure Flowchart Screw List Removing the Battery Pack Removing the Memory/HDD Module Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module Disassembling the Main Unit Page Chapter Disassembling the LCD Module-14.1 Inch Disassembling the LCD Module-15.1 Inch Disassembling the Floppy Disk Drive Module Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the HDD Module Disassembling the Optical Drive Module Chapter Troubleshooting Symptoms Verified Go To External CD-ROM Drive Check System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive Check Memory Check Power System CheckKeyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Check the Battery Pack Touchpad Check Power-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 Indicator-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related Symptoms Power-Related Symptoms Speaker-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms Power Management-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related Symptoms Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Modem/LAN-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems Dimm Chapter Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Bottom View U20 FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Exploded Diagram System FDD Assy Picture Partname And Description Part Number Assy 14.1 Hinge R/L FDD Assy FDD FFC ODD Bracket Aspire 1300 Keyboard Jimmold US International Hinge Cover 14.1-R Rubber Feet Circle Base Chapter Aspire 1310 series Model Definition and ConfigurationAppendix a Test Compatible Components Appendix B Specifications Microsoft Windows XP Home Environment Test Appendix B Appendix B Online Support Information Appendix C Appendix C Bios Index Pcmcia