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A

AFLASH Utility 37

Antennas 95

B

Battery Pack 46

BIOS

package 18 ROM size 18 ROM type 18 vendor 18 Version 18

BIOS Supports protocol 18 BIOS Utility 25–37

Advanced 28 Boot 35 Exit 36 Navigating 25

Onboard Device Configuration 31 Power 33

Save and Exit 36 Security 30 System Security 36

Bluetooth module 77 Board Layout

Top View 145 brightness

hotkeys 14

C

Cache

controller 18 size 18

Camera Module 91 caps lock

on indicator 10 Common Problems 124 computer

on indicator 10 CPU 86

D

DIMM Module 51

Display 4 display

hotkeys 14

E

EasyTouch Failure 137

Euro 15

External Module Disassembly

Flowchart 45

F

Features 1

Fingerprint Reader Failure 138

Flash Utility 37

FPC Cable 94

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 149

H

Hard Disk Drive Module 54 HDTV Switch Failure 139 Hibernation mode

hotkey 14 Hot Keys 12

I

Indicators 10

Intermittent Problems 141 Internal Microphone Failure 130 Internal Speaker Failure 128 inverter board 90

J

Jumper and Connector Locations 145 Top View 145

K

Keyboard 60

Keyboard Failure 127

L

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Acer 4730 manual Index

Contents

PRINTED IN TAIWAN TravelMate 4730/4730G Series Service GuideChapter Revision HistoryUpdates DateDisclaimer CopyrightSCREEN MESSAGES ConventionsPreface Page System Utilities Table of ContentsSystem Specifications Machine Disassembly and ReplacementTable of Contents Troubleshooting Table of ContentsTable of Contents Operating System System SpecificationsFeatures ChapterPrivacy control Dimensions and WeightPower subsystem CommunicationEnvironment Chapter System Block DiagramFront View Your Acer Notebook tourIcon Closed Front ViewIcon DescriptionHDMI Left ViewIcon DescriptionDescription Right ViewRear View IconDescription Bottom ViewIcon Function IndicatorsEasy-Launch Buttons IconRight Button Touchpad Basics with fingerprint readerFunction Left ButtonLock Keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the KeyboardWindows Keys Function Hot KeysHotkey IconThe US dollar sign The Euro symbolSpecial Key Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the System UtilitiesChapter 2. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid3. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop Hardware Specifications and Configurations Slot SpecificationSystem Memory Memory CombinationsLAN Interface Intel Core2 Duo mobile processor, supporting Intel Specification SpecificationBattery SpecificationSystem Power Management SpecificationSpecification SpecificationChapter Chapter BIOS Setup UtilityNavigating the BIOS Utility System UtilitiesExit InformationSecurity Power Boot Main AdvancedAdvanced MainSecurity Power Boot InformationInformation AdvancedSecurity Power Boot XBoot ConfigurationSubmenu Items ParameterDescription Information SecurityPower Boot Set Supervisor PasswordRemoving a Password Setting a PasswordChanging a Password Exit PowerInformation Main Advanced Security Power Boot XAdvanced CPU ControlSubmenu Items ParameterDescription Main Advanced BootSecurity Power InformationMain Advanced ExitSecurity Power Boot InformationBIOS Flash Utility 6. Shutdown or reboot base on iflash.bat command Plug in the AC power to continue5. Flash is complete when the following message displays 1. Key in hddpw Remove HDD/BIOS Utility2. Select one string from the list 1. Key in biospw 14452Chapter Chapter Chapter Machine Disassembly and ReplacementDisassembly Requirements General Information Pre-disassembly InstructionsDisassembly Process External Modules Disassembly Flowchart External Module Disassembly Process1. Turn computer over Removing the Battery Pack2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position Chapter Removing the SD dummy card1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it 2. Pull it out from the slot2. Pull it out from the slot Removing the NewCard dummy card3. See “Removing the NewCard dummy card” on page Removing the Lower Covers1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on pageChapter 7. Remove the WLAN cover as shownChapter Removing the DIMM Modules1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 4. Remove the DIMM module 5. Repeat steps for the second DIMM moduleQuantity Removing the WLAN ModuleStep SizeChapter 5. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socketRemoving the Hard Disk Drive Module Quantity 5. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrierStep SizeQuantity Removing the Optical Drive ModuleStep SizeScrew Type StepSize QuantityMain Unit Disassembly Flowchart Main Unit Disassembly ProcessSize Removing the Switch CoverSwitch Cover StepQuantity Removing the KeyboardStep Size4. Remove the two securing screws from the Power Board Removing the Power Board1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 3. Disconnect the Power Board cable from the mainboardSize Removing the Launch BoardPower Board StepQuantity Removing the AntennaStep Size4. Secure the FFC cable out of the way using the adhesive tape Quantity Removing the LCD ModuleStep SizeScrew Type StepSize QuantityQuantity Removing the Upper CoverStep SizeRelease the securing latches and disconnect E as shown AB C G F E DDisconnect A as shown. If necessary, remove FFC G before beginning Pull back the securing strip and disconnect B and C as shownStep Release the securing latches and disconnect F as shownRelease the securing latches and disconnect G as shown 5. Remove the single screw on the top panelChapter 6. Grasp the top left corner first and pry the cover off8. Move to the bottom right corner and pry it up finger print reader Removing the Finger Print Reader3. Remove the board bracket from the Upper Cover Touch Pad Bracket Removing the Touch Pad Bracket2. Peel back the adhesive strip to expose the speaker cabling Removing the Left Speaker Module5. Remove the Touch Pad bracket 1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on pageScrew Type StepSize QuantityQuantity Removing the Right Speaker ModuleStep Size1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page Removing the Bluetooth Module2. Remove the adhesive strip to expose the Bluetooth cable 3. Disconnect the bluetooth cable as shownQuantity Removing the Modem ModuleStep SizeRemoving the Mainboard Red Call out Green Call outChapter 9. Grasp the mainboard by both sides and pivot upwards to remove2. Remove cable from the USB board Removing the USB Board1. Remove the mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page 2. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable from the modem module Removing the RJ-11 Port3. Grasp the cable and gently lift it out of the housing well 1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on pageQuantity Removing the Thermal ModuleStep SizeChapter 7. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard3. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page Removing the CPU1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 2. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on pageQuantity Removing the VGA ModuleStep SizeLCD Module Disassembly Flowchart LCD Module Disassembly ProcessQuantity Removing the LCD BezelStep Size4. Remove the Inverter Board from the LCD Module Removing the Inverter Board1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page Quantity Removing the Camera ModuleStep SizePage Chapter Removing the LCD Panel1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable Removing the Antennas 3. Remove the MIC cable and Module from the LCD module Removing the MIC Module1. Remove the LCD panel. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page Replacing the LCD Panel LCD Module Reassembly Procedure5. Replace the antenna cables and assembly 9. Align the hinges with the LCD back cover and replace the LCD panel 8. Secure the cable by pressing down on the securing strip10. Replace the camera board in the bracket 12. Replace the Camera Module in the bottom coverChapter 14. Connect the Camera Module cable as shown16. Connect the left Inverter board cable as shown 15. Connect the right Inverter board cable as shownChapter Replacing the LCD BezelReplacing the CPU Main Module Reassembly ProcedureReplacing the VGA Module 1. Insert the RJ-11 port into the base as shown Replacing the Thermal ModuleReplacing the RJ-11 Port 3. Replace the eight securing screws from the Thermal ModuleChapter 3. Connect the RJ-11 cable to the modem module as shownReplacing the Mainboard Replacing the USB Board Replacing the Modem Module2. Replace the bluetooth cable as shown Replacing the Bluetooth BoardReplacing the Right Speaker Module 1. Position the module over the aligning pins and insert in placeChapter 2. Replace the two securing screws3. Connect the launch board cable to the mainboard Replacing the Launch Board1. Insert the left edge of the Launch Board into place and pivot the board to replace in the lower baseReplacing the Touch Pad Bracket Replacing the Finger Print ReaderReplacing the Upper Cover Replacing the Left Speaker ModuleChapter 2. Connect the seven cables on the mainboard as shown A B CChapter Replacing the LCD Module3. Replace the single securing screw on the top panel Chapter 3. Connect the LCD, MIC and back light cablesReplacing the Antenna Cables Chapter 6. Turn the computer over and replace the FFC cables2. Starting from the left, press down on the Switch Cover to secure Replacing the Switch CoverReplacing the Keyboard 1. Insert the back of the Switch Cover as shown and lower in placeChapter 3. Turn the computer over and replace the five securing screws2. Replace the four screws to secure the carrier Replacing the WLAN ModuleReplacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 2. Replace the two screws to secure the module4. Insert the back first and angle the HDD in place Replacing the DIMM Modules3. Replace the HDD holder over the HDD 2. Replace the two securing screws to lock in place Replacing the ODD ModuleReplacing the Lower Covers 5. Replace HDD Cover Replacing the NewCard and SD Card Trays3. Replace the WLAN Cover 4. Replace the screw to secure in placeChapter TroubleshootingCommon Problems Symptoms VerifiedComputer Shutsdown Intermittently Power On IssueNo POST or Video No Display IssueAbnormal Video Display Random Loss of BIOS SettingsChapter LCD FailureBuilt-In Keyboard Failure Internal Speaker Failure Touchpad FailureSound Problems Internal Microphone Failure Microphone Problemsg. Select Startup Repair HDD Not Operating Correctlyd. Select Repair your computer ODD Not Operating Correctly ODD FailurePlayback is Choppy Discs Do Not PlayDiscs Do Not Burn Properly Drive Read Failure Drive Not DetectedChapter USB Failure RightsideModem Function Failure Bluetooth Function Failure Wireless/WiMAX Function FailureChapter Robson Module FailureEasyTouch Button Failure Thermal Unit Failure Fingerprint Reader FailureChapter HDMI Switch FailureOther Failures External Mouse FailureUndetermined Problems Intermittent ProblemsPort 80 POST Codes POST Codes TablesPort80 Driver NamePort80 Driver NamePOST Keys and Messages Chapter Jumper and Connector LocationsTop View Location Bottom ViewLocation DescriptionHardware Open Gap Description Clearing Password Check and BIOS RecoveryClearing Password Check Steps for Clearing BIOS Password CheckSteps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery by Crisis DiskBIOS Recovery Boot Block BIOS Recovery HotkeyChapter FRU Field Replaceable Unit ListMain Module TravelMate 4730/4730G Exploded DiagramsDescription LCD ModuleDescription Acer P/N TravelMate 4730/4730G FRU ListCategory DescriptionVGA BOARD-NB9MGS256MB Cable RAM DOOR Combo Drive HDD/Hard Disk Drive KEYBOARD INTEUI BLACK TM LCD COVER ASSY-PLASTIC LCD COVER ASSY-MG LCD COVER ASSY-PLASTIC LCD COVER ASSY-MG Memory Screw List Chapter Model Model Definition and ConfigurationAppendix A TravelMate 4730/4730G SeriesAcer Part no Appendix AModel CountryAcer Part no Appendix AModel CountryAcer Part no Appendix AModel CountryMemory WirelessBluetooth ModelMemory WirelessBluetooth ModelMemory WirelessBluetooth ModelMemory WirelessBluetooth ModelAppendix A Appendix B Test Compatible ComponentsMicrosoft Windows Vista Environment Test Vendor Appendix B Appendix C Online Support InformationAppendix C Index Page Wireless Function Failure 136 WLAN Board