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... 14 Special Key 15 Acer Empowering Technology 16 Empowering Technology password 16 Acer eNet Management 16 Acer ePower Management 18 Acer eAudio Management 20 Acer ePresentation Management 20 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models 21 Acer eLock Management 22 Acer eRecovery Management 23 Acer eSettings Management 24 Windows Mobility Center 25 Using the System Utilities 26 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible...
... 14 Special Key 15 Acer Empowering Technology 16 Empowering Technology password 16 Acer eNet Management 16 Acer ePower Management 18 Acer eAudio Management 20 Acer ePresentation Management 20 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models 21 Acer eLock Management 22 Acer eRecovery Management 23 Acer eSettings Management 24 Windows Mobility Center 25 Using the System Utilities 26 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible...
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Table of Contents Model Definition and Configuration 130 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 154 Online Support Information 157 Index 159 IX
Table of Contents Model Definition and Configuration 130 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 154 Online Support Information 157 Index 159 IX
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Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many feature: Platform For Aspire 2920 K Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: K Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700...using two soDIMM modules (for selected models) Display and graphics K 12.1" WXGA High Brightness (200nits), Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ K Mobile Intel® GL960/GM965 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel...
Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many feature: Platform For Aspire 2920 K Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: K Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700...using two soDIMM modules (for selected models) Display and graphics K 12.1" WXGA High Brightness (200nits), Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ K Mobile Intel® GL960/GM965 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel...
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...-key keyboard with inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel K Touchpad pointing device K 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support K Media keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next K ...Empowering Key K Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, Bluetooth, email, Acer Arcade ™ K Volume wheel Audio K Dolby®-certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers K Dolby® Home Theater...
...-key keyboard with inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel K Touchpad pointing device K 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support K Media keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next K ...Empowering Key K Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, Bluetooth, email, Acer Arcade ™ K Volume wheel Audio K Dolby®-certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers K Dolby® Home Theater...
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... , all alphabetic characters typed are in a normal manner. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on and off...
... , all alphabetic characters typed are in a normal manner. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on and off...
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...It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), ...through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the...
...It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), ...through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the...
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Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. 18 Chapter 1 You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power plans, as...from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, ...
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. 18 Chapter 1 You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power plans, as...from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, ...
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Click "Apply". Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Click the to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Select the power plan you to from the drop-down list. 2. Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2. To edit a power plan: Editing a ...
Click "Apply". Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Click the to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Select the power plan you to from the drop-down list. 2. Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2. To edit a power plan: Editing a ...
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... appropriate display setting. Chapter 1 21 It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that is not correct after disconnecting... Display Properties or the utility provided by unauthorized persons. NOTE: If the restored resolution is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your files from being accessed by the graphics vendor. For projectors and external devices that are not ...
... appropriate display setting. Chapter 1 21 It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that is not correct after disconnecting... Display Properties or the utility provided by unauthorized persons. NOTE: If the restored resolution is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your files from being accessed by the graphics vendor. For projectors and external devices that are not ...
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... program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu. Settings include display... brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to...
... program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu. Settings include display... brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to...
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... independently. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor OK Acer GridVista is a handy utility that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control PanNelo,tDe:isplay and...drop each display from the task bar. 2. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Settings Apply Start Control Panel Display (2) Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to...
... independently. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor OK Acer GridVista is a handy utility that the second monitor is connected, then select Start, Control PanNelo,tDe:isplay and...drop each display from the task bar. 2. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Settings Apply Start Control Panel Display (2) Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to...
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...: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is an anti-virus utility that can access the Launch Manager by clicking on the Windows desktop. 2. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Select Tasks & Scans. Chapter 1 27 Launch Manager...
...: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is an anti-virus utility that can access the Launch Manager by clicking on the Windows desktop. 2. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Select Tasks & Scans. Chapter 1 27 Launch Manager...
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... Intel ICH8M N/A ALC 883 Built-in ATI SB460 Built-in ATI SB460 ENE CB714/1410 Realtek ALC883 Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification NS PC97541V 84-/85-key Yes Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Battery Item...
... Intel ICH8M N/A ALC 883 Built-in ATI SB460 Built-in ATI SB460 ENE CB714/1410 Realtek ALC883 Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification NS PC97541V 84-/85-key Yes Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Battery Item...
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... does not have any label attached to it . Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. Follow the instructions in the message window. If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the system board. Replace the main board. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace ... the error still remains: 1. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to correct the problem. NOTE: ...
... does not have any label attached to it . Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. Follow the instructions in the message window. If an error occurs, reconnect the connector on the system board. Replace the main board. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace ... the error still remains: 1. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to correct the problem. NOTE: ...
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... is fully installed into the connector. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using each of these devices...
... is fully installed into the connector. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using each of these devices...
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... (S4)" on page 101. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from actual size. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. and four short beeps every minute. Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
... (S4)" on page 101. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from actual size. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. and four short beeps every minute. Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
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... Utility is set to Disk (S4)" on page 37. Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. External display does not work . Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. LCD cover switch System board Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System...
... Utility is set to Disk (S4)" on page 37. Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. External display does not work . Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. LCD cover switch System board Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System...
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... feature to restore the BIOS firmware to BIOS ROM on with Crisis BIOS Recovery process. 4. Insert the Crisis Disk to boot up the system with Windows XP OS. Then a person can enable this machine by regular BIOS flashing process. 120 Chapter 5
... feature to restore the BIOS firmware to BIOS ROM on with Crisis BIOS Recovery process. 4. Insert the Crisis Disk to boot up the system with Windows XP OS. Then a person can enable this machine by regular BIOS flashing process. 120 Chapter 5
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Appendix B 153 Refer to the Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
Appendix B 153 Refer to the Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
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Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test CRT Port Test CRT Monitor LCD Monitor Item Projector USB Port Test USB Keyboard/Mouse USB Speaker/Joystick USB Storage Drive ... ODD 1394 Camera Access Point 802.11a Access Point 802.11g Access Point 802.11n Bluetooth Device 154 Specification Acer 211c 21", ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19" Acer FP751 17" TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b, Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500 Dell 3300MP Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Dell USB Keyboard Logicool...
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test CRT Port Test CRT Monitor LCD Monitor Item Projector USB Port Test USB Keyboard/Mouse USB Speaker/Joystick USB Storage Drive ... ODD 1394 Camera Access Point 802.11a Access Point 802.11g Access Point 802.11n Bluetooth Device 154 Specification Acer 211c 21", ViewSonic G220F, ViewSonic PF790 19" Acer FP751 17" TFT LCD, Acer AL1521, Acer AL1721, ViewSonic VD201b, Westinghouse W37G, HP LP2065, HP S9500 Dell 3300MP Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro Dell USB Keyboard Logicool...