User Manuals: Acer TravelMate 8481 Laptop

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Acer TravelMate 8481 Service Manual (229 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.94 MB

Fru List

9
- Revision History
  2
- General Information
  4
- Table of Contents
  9
- Features
  15
  - Operating System
    15
  - CPU and Chipset
    15
  - Memory
    15
  - Display
    15
  - Audio
    15
  - Graphics
    16
  - Storage
    16
  - Webcam
    16
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  15
- Travelmate 8481G
  16
  - Wireless and Networking
    17
  - Security
    17
  - Dimensions and Weight
    17
  - Power Adapter and Battery
    17
  - Input and Control
    18
  - Input and Output
    19
  - Options and Accessories
    19
  - System Compliance
    19
  - Warranty
    19
  - Environment
    20
  - Software
    20
- Notebook Tour
  22
  - Top View
    22
  - Closed Front View
    24
  - Left View
    25
  - Right View
    26
  - Base View
    27
  - Touchpad Basics
    28
  - Using the Keyboard
    29
  - Windows Keys
    30
  - Hotkeys
    31
  - System Block Diagram
    33
- Specification Tables
  34
  - Computer Specifications
    34
  - System Board Major Chips
    35
  - Processor
    35
  - Processor Specifications (Taken from FRU)
    36
  - CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj=100)
    36
  - System Memory
    36
  - Memory Combinations
    37
  - Video Interface
    37
  - Bios
    38
  - LAN Interface
    38
  - Keyboard
    39
  - Hard Disk Drive (AVL Components)
    39
  - Led 14.0"
    41
  - LCD Inverter
    42
  - Display Supported Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution)
    42
  - Graphics Controller
    42
  - Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution)
    43
  - Bluetooth Interface
    43
  - Bluetooth Module
    43
  - Camera
    43
  - Mini Card
    44
  - Audio Codec and Amplifier
    44
  - Audio Interface
    45
  - Wireless Module 802.11B/G/N
    45
  - Battery
    45
  - Vram
    46
  - USB Port
    46
  - HDMI Port
    46
  - Esata Port
    46
  - AC Adapter
    47
  - System Power Management
    47
  - Card Reader
    47
  - System LED Indicator
    48
  - System DMA Specification
    49
  - System Interrupt Specification
    50
  - System IO Address Map
    51
  - System IO Address Specifications
    52
System Utilities

54
- BIOS Setup Utility
  55
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    55
- Bios
  56
  - Information
    56
  - Main
    58
  - Security
    60
  - Setting a Password
    61
  - Removing a Password
    63
  - Changing a Password
    64
  - Boot
    66
  - Exit
    67
- BIOS Flash Utilities
  68
  - DOS Flash Utility
    69
- Chapter 2
  
  70
  - System Utilities
    70
  - Winflash Utility
    71
  - HDD/BIOS Password Utilities
    74
    
    Clearing HDD Passwords
    74
    
    Clearing BIOS Passwords
    76
  - Miscellaneous Tools
    78
    
    Using Boot Sequence Selector
    78
    
    Using Boot Manager
    79
    
    Using Dmitools
    80
    
    Using LAN MAC EEPROM Utility
    82
Machine Maintenance

84
- Introduction
  84
- General Information
  85
- Introduction
  85
- Recommended Equipment
  85
- Screw Table
  86
- Maintenance Flowchart
  87
- Getting Started
  88
  - Battery Pack Removal
    89
  - Battery Pack Installation
    89
  - Dummy Card Removal
    90
  - Dummy Card Installation
    90
  - Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Module Removal
    91
  - HDD Module Installation
    92
  - Dual In-Line Memory Module (DIMM) Removal
    94
  - DIMM Module Installation
    95
  - Keyboard Removal
    96
  - Keyboard Installation
    98
  - Upper Cover Removal
    99
  - Upper Cover Installation
    101
  - MSATA SSD Module Removal
    103
  - MSATA SSD Module Installation
    103
  - Bluetooth Module Removal
    104
  - Bluetooth Module Installation
    104
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Module Removal
    105
  - USB Module Installation
    105
  - WLAN Module Removal
    106
  - WLAN Module Installation
    106
  - Mainboard Removal
    107
  - Mainboard Installation
    109
  - RTC Battery Removal
    110
  - RTC Battery Installation
    110
  - FAN Module Removal
    111
  - FAN Module Installation
    111
  - Thermal Module Assembly Removal
    112
  - Thermal Module Assembly Installation
    113
  - Speakers Removal
    114
  - Speakers Installation
    114
  - Microphone Set Removal
    115
  - Microphone Set Installation
    115
  - Function Board Removal
    116
  - Function Board Installation
    116
  - Touchpad Button Assembly Removal
    117
  - Touchpad Button Assembly Installation
    117
  - LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module Removal
    118
  - LCD Module Installation
    119
  - Kensington Lock Bracket Removal
    120
  - Kensington Lock Bracket Installation
    120
Troubleshooting

122
- General Information
  123
  - Power on Issues
    124
  - No Display Issues
    125
  - Abnormal Video
    126
  - LCD Failure
    127
  - Keyboard Failure
    128
  - Touchpad Failure
    129
  - Internal Speaker Failure
    130
  - Microphone Failure
    132
  - USB Failure
    133
  - Wireless Function Failure
    134
  - Bluetooth Failure
    135
  - Thermal Unit Failure
    136
  - MSATA SDD Test Failure
    137
  - Cosmetic Failure
    138
  - Other Functions Failure
    139
    
    External Mouse Failure
    140
    
    Random Loss of Bios Settings
    140
- Introduction
  123
- Intermittent Problems
  141
- Undetermined Problems
  141
- Post Codes
  142
Jumper and Connector Locations

152
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  153
- Mainboard
  153
- Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
  155
  - Clearing Password
    155
- CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting
  
  156
  - BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
    156
    
    Exploded Diagrams
    164
    
    Main Assembly
    164
    
    LCD Assembly
    166
    
    Screw List
    174
    
    Travelmate 8481TG
    176
- CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations
  
  156
  - Online Support Information
    229
- CHAPTER 6 FRU List
  
  167
- CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration
  
  177
  - Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test
    216
  - Travelmate 8481/8481G/8481T/8481TG
    216
- CHAPTER 8 Test Compatible Components
  
  217
  - Environment Test
    218
- Chapter 9
  
  229

Acer TravelMate 8481 Manual (76 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.73 MB

Information for Your Safety and Comfort

3
- Safety Instructions
  3
  - Warnings
    3
- Caution for Optical Drive Device
  7
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  7
- Radio Frequency Interference
  8
- Medical Devices
  8
- Vehicles
  9
- Potentially Explosive Environments
  9
- Emergency Calls
  10
- Disposal Instructions
  10
  - Mercury Advisory
    10
  - Energy Star
    10
- Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
  11
- Finding Your Comfort Zone
  11
First Things First

14
- Your Guides
  14
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  14
Touchpad

21
- Touchpad Basics (with Two Buttons)
  21
Using the Keyboard

23
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  23
- Hotkeys
  24
- Windows Keys
  25
Acer Proshield (Only for Certain Model)

27
- Overview
  27
- Setting up Proshield
  27
  - Personal Secure Disk
    28
- BIOS Settings
  29
- Credential Manager
  29
- Data Protection
  30
- Data Removal
  30
- Remote Manageability
  31
Acer Erecovery Management

32
- Creating a Recovery Backup (Optical Drive)
  33
- Creating a Recovery Backup (USB Flash Drive)
  35
Recovering Your System (Optical Drive)

37
- To Recover Your System
  37
- Types of Recovery
  37
Recovering Your System (USB Flash Drive)

41
- To Recover Your System
  41
- Types of Recovery
  41
Acer Backup Manager

45
Power Management

46
- Acer Powersmart Key
  46
Battery Pack

47
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  47
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    47
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  48
- Charging the Battery
  49
- Checking the Battery Level
  49
- Optimizing Battery Life
  49
- Battery-Low Warning
  50
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

51
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  51
- Moving Around
  51
  - Preparing the Computer
    51
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    52
- Taking the Computer Home
  52
  - Preparing the Computer
    52
  - What to Take with You
    52
  - Special Considerations
    52
  - Setting up a Home Office
    53
- Traveling with the Computer
  53
  - Preparing the Computer
    53
  - What to Take with You
    53
  - Special Considerations
    53
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  54
  - Preparing the Computer
    54
  - What to Bring with You
    54
  - Special Considerations
    54
Securing Your Computer

55
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  55
- Using Passwords
  55
  - Entering Passwords
    56
  - Setting Passwords
    56
Expanding through Options

57
- Connectivity Options
  57
  - Fax/Data Modem
    57
  - Built-In Network Feature
    58
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    58
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    59
  - High-Definition Multimedia Interface
    59
  - Expresscard
    60
  - Installing Memory
    61
- BIOS Utility
  63
  - Boot Sequence
    63
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    63
  - Password
    63
- Using Software
  64
  - Playing DVD Content
    64
Frequently Asked Questions

65
- Requesting Service
  67
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    67
  - Before You Call
    67
Troubleshooting

68
- Troubleshooting Tips
  68
- Error Messages
  68
Regulations and Safety Notices

70

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Acer TravelMate 8481 Service Manual (229 pages)

Table of Contents

Fru List

System Utilities

Chapter 2

Machine Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Jumper and Connector Locations

CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting

CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

CHAPTER 6 FRU List

CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration

CHAPTER 8 Test Compatible Components

Chapter 9

Acer TravelMate 8481 Manual (76 pages)

Table of Contents

Information for Your Safety and Comfort

First Things First

Touchpad

Using the Keyboard

Acer Proshield (Only for Certain Model)

Acer Erecovery Management

Recovering Your System (Optical Drive)

Recovering Your System (USB Flash Drive)

Acer Backup Manager

Power Management

Battery Pack

Taking Your Notebook PC with You

Securing Your Computer

Expanding through Options

Frequently Asked Questions

Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

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