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Troubleshooting
Specification
System Block Diagram
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Dimension
XBoot Configuration
Wireless/WiMAX Function Failure
Power On Issue
BIOS Setup Utility
Shutdown or reboot base on iflash.bat command
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Removing the SD dummy card
1.
Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it.
2.
Pull it out from the slot.
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Contents
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TravelMate 4730/4730G Series Service Guide
Updates
Revision History
Date
Chapter
Disclaimer
Copyright
SCREEN MESSAGES
Conventions
Preface
Page
System Specifications
Table of Contents
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
System Utilities
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Features
System Specifications
Chapter
Operating System
Power subsystem
Dimensions and Weight
Communication
Privacy control
Environment
Chapter
System Block Diagram
Front View
Your Acer Notebook tour
Icon
Closed Front View
Description
Icon
Icon
Left View
Description
HDMI
Rear View
Right View
Icon
Description
Bottom View
Icon
Description
Easy-Launch Buttons
Indicators
Icon
Function
Function
Touchpad Basics with fingerprint reader
Left Button
Right Button
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad
Using the Keyboard
Windows Keys
Hotkey
Hot Keys
Icon
Function
The Euro symbol
Special Key
The US dollar sign
Acer GridVista dual-display compatible
Using the System Utilities
2. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid
3. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop
Chapter
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
System Memory
Specification
Memory Combinations
Slot
LAN Interface
Intel Core2 Duo mobile processor, supporting Intel
Battery
Specification
Specification
Specification
Specification
Specification
Specification
System Power Management
Chapter
Navigating the BIOS Utility
BIOS Setup Utility
System Utilities
Chapter
Security Power Boot
Information
Main Advanced
Exit
Security Power Boot
Main
Information
Advanced
Security Power Boot
Advanced
XBoot Configuration
Information
Parameter
Description
Submenu Items
Power Boot
Security
Set Supervisor Password
Information
Removing a Password
Setting a Password
Changing a Password
Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot
Power
XAdvanced CPU Control
Exit
Parameter
Description
Submenu Items
Security Power
Boot
Information
Main Advanced
Security Power Boot
Exit
Information
Main Advanced
BIOS Flash Utility
Plug in the AC power to continue
5. Flash is complete when the following message displays
6. Shutdown or reboot base on iflash.bat command
1. Key in hddpw
Remove HDD/BIOS Utility
2. Select one string from the list
1. Key in biospw 14452
Chapter
Chapter
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Disassembly Requirements
Chapter
Pre-disassembly Instructions
Disassembly Process
General Information
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
External Module Disassembly Process
Removing the Battery Pack
2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position
1. Turn computer over
1. Push the SD dummy card all the way in to eject it
Removing the SD dummy card
2. Pull it out from the slot
Chapter
2. Pull it out from the slot
Removing the NewCard dummy card
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page
Removing the Lower Covers
2. See “Removing the SD dummy card” on page
3. See “Removing the NewCard dummy card” on page
Chapter
7. Remove the WLAN cover as shown
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page
Removing the DIMM Modules
4. Remove the DIMM module 5. Repeat steps for the second DIMM module
Chapter
Step
Removing the WLAN Module
Size
Quantity
Chapter
5. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
Step
5. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk to the carrier
Size
Quantity
Step
Removing the Optical Drive Module
Size
Quantity
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
Main Unit Disassembly Process
Switch Cover
Removing the Switch Cover
Step
Size
Step
Removing the Keyboard
Size
Quantity
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page
Removing the Power Board
3. Disconnect the Power Board cable from the mainboard
4. Remove the two securing screws from the Power Board
Power Board
Removing the Launch Board
Step
Size
Step
Removing the Antenna
Size
Quantity
4. Secure the FFC cable out of the way using the adhesive tape
Step
Removing the LCD Module
Size
Quantity
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Step
Removing the Upper Cover
Size
Quantity
Disconnect A as shown. If necessary, remove FFC G before beginning
AB C G F E D
Pull back the securing strip and disconnect B and C as shown
Release the securing latches and disconnect E as shown
Release the securing latches and disconnect G as shown
Release the securing latches and disconnect F as shown
5. Remove the single screw on the top panel
Step
6. Grasp the top left corner first and pry the cover off
8. Move to the bottom right corner and pry it up
Chapter
finger print reader
Removing the Finger Print Reader
3. Remove the board bracket from the Upper Cover
Touch Pad Bracket
Removing the Touch Pad Bracket
5. Remove the Touch Pad bracket
Removing the Left Speaker Module
1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page
2. Peel back the adhesive strip to expose the speaker cabling
Size
Step
Quantity
Screw Type
Step
Removing the Right Speaker Module
Size
Quantity
2. Remove the adhesive strip to expose the Bluetooth cable
Removing the Bluetooth Module
3. Disconnect the bluetooth cable as shown
1. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page
Step
Removing the Modem Module
Size
Quantity
Removing the Mainboard
Red Call out
Green Call out
Chapter
9. Grasp the mainboard by both sides and pivot upwards to remove
Removing the USB Board
1. Remove the mainboard. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page
2. Remove cable from the USB board
3. Grasp the cable and gently lift it out of the housing well
Removing the RJ-11 Port
1. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page
2. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable from the modem module
Step
Removing the Thermal Module
Size
Quantity
Chapter
7. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard
1. See “Removing the Battery Pack” on page
Removing the CPU
2. See “Removing the Upper Cover” on page
3. See “Removing the Mainboard” on page
Step
Removing the VGA Module
Size
Quantity
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
LCD Module Disassembly Process
Step
Removing the LCD Bezel
Size
Quantity
Removing the Inverter Board
1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page
4. Remove the Inverter Board from the LCD Module
Step
Removing the Camera Module
Size
Quantity
Page
Removing the LCD Panel
1. Remove the LCD Bezel. See “Removing the LCD Bezel” on page
Chapter
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable
Removing the Antennas
Removing the MIC Module
1. Remove the LCD panel. See “Removing the LCD Panel” on page
3. Remove the MIC cable and Module from the LCD module
Replacing the LCD Panel
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure
5. Replace the antenna cables and assembly
10. Replace the camera board in the bracket
8. Secure the cable by pressing down on the securing strip
12. Replace the Camera Module in the bottom cover
9. Align the hinges with the LCD back cover and replace the LCD panel
16. Connect the left Inverter board cable as shown
14. Connect the Camera Module cable as shown
15. Connect the right Inverter board cable as shown
Chapter
Chapter
Replacing the LCD Bezel
Main Module Reassembly Procedure
Replacing the VGA Module
Replacing the CPU
Replacing the RJ-11 Port
Replacing the Thermal Module
3. Replace the eight securing screws from the Thermal Module
1. Insert the RJ-11 port into the base as shown
Chapter
3. Connect the RJ-11 cable to the modem module as shown
Replacing the Mainboard
Replacing the USB Board
Replacing the Modem Module
Replacing the Right Speaker Module
Replacing the Bluetooth Board
1. Position the module over the aligning pins and insert in place
2. Replace the bluetooth cable as shown
Chapter
2. Replace the two securing screws
1. Insert the left edge of the Launch Board into place
Replacing the Launch Board
and pivot the board to replace in the lower base
3. Connect the launch board cable to the mainboard
Replacing the Touch Pad Bracket
Replacing the Finger Print Reader
Replacing the Upper Cover
Replacing the Left Speaker Module
Chapter
2. Connect the seven cables on the mainboard as shown A B C
Replacing the LCD Module
3. Replace the single securing screw on the top panel
Chapter
Chapter
3. Connect the LCD, MIC and back light cables
Replacing the Antenna Cables
Chapter
6. Turn the computer over and replace the FFC cables
Replacing the Keyboard
Replacing the Switch Cover
1. Insert the back of the Switch Cover as shown and lower in place
2. Starting from the left, press down on the Switch Cover to secure
Chapter
3. Turn the computer over and replace the five securing screws
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module
Replacing the WLAN Module
2. Replace the two screws to secure the module
2. Replace the four screws to secure the carrier
Replacing the DIMM Modules
3. Replace the HDD holder over the HDD
4. Insert the back first and angle the HDD in place
Replacing the ODD Module
Replacing the Lower Covers
2. Replace the two securing screws to lock in place
3. Replace the WLAN Cover
Replacing the NewCard and SD Card Trays
4. Replace the screw to secure in place
5. Replace HDD Cover
Common Problems
Troubleshooting
Symptoms Verified
Chapter
Computer Shutsdown Intermittently
Power On Issue
No POST or Video
No Display Issue
Abnormal Video Display
Random Loss of BIOS Settings
LCD Failure
Built-In Keyboard Failure
Chapter
Internal Speaker Failure
Touchpad Failure
Sound Problems
Internal Microphone Failure
Microphone Problems
HDD Not Operating Correctly
d. Select Repair your computer
g. Select Startup Repair
ODD Not Operating Correctly
ODD Failure
Discs Do Not Play
Discs Do Not Burn Properly
Playback is Choppy
Drive Read Failure
Drive Not Detected
USB Failure Rightside
Modem Function Failure
Chapter
Bluetooth Function Failure
Wireless/WiMAX Function Failure
Robson Module Failure
EasyTouch Button Failure
Chapter
Thermal Unit Failure
Fingerprint Reader Failure
Chapter
HDMI Switch Failure
Other Failures
External Mouse Failure
Undetermined Problems
Intermittent Problems
Port 80 POST Codes
POST Codes Tables
Port80
Driver Name
Driver Name
Port80
POST Keys and Messages
Jumper and Connector Locations
Top View
Chapter
Location
Bottom View
Description
Location
Clearing Password Check
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check
Hardware Open Gap Description
BIOS Recovery Boot Block
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
BIOS Recovery Hotkey
Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
Chapter
FRU Field Replaceable Unit List
Main Module
TravelMate 4730/4730G Exploded Diagrams
LCD Module
Description
Description
Category
TravelMate 4730/4730G FRU List
Description
Acer P/N
VGA 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
Appendix A
Model Definition and Configuration
TravelMate 4730/4730G Series
Model
Model
Appendix A
Country
Acer Part no
Model
Appendix A
Country
Acer Part no
Model
Appendix A
Country
Acer Part no
Bluetooth
Wireless
Model
Memory
Bluetooth
Wireless
Model
Memory
Bluetooth
Wireless
Model
Memory
Bluetooth
Wireless
Model
Memory
Appendix A
Appendix B
Test Compatible Components
Microsoft Windows Vista Environment Test
Vendor
Appendix B
Appendix C
Online Support Information
Appendix C
Index
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