Undetermined Problems

The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Use these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRU).

IMPORTANT:Verify that all attached devices are supported by the system.

IMPORTANT:Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See “Power System Check” on page 67.)

To isolate the failing FRU:

1.Turn off the system.

2.Visually check FRU parts for damage. If you identify any damage, replace the FRU.

3.Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:

•Non-Acer devices

•Printer, mouse, and other external devices

•Battery pack

•Hard disk drive

•SO-DIMM

•External optical drive

4.Turn on the system.

5.Determine if the problem has changed.

•If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.

•If the problem does recur, replace the following FRUs one at a time.

•Mainboard

•LCD assembly

IMPORTANT:Do not replace a non-defective FRU.

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4740, 4740G, 4740Z, 4740ZG specifications

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