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... the Keyboard 12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 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...
... the Keyboard 12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 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...
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... the speakers on hotkeys. Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer eSettings Management in the hotkey combination. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Decreases the...
... the speakers on hotkeys. Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer eSettings Management in the hotkey combination. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like sreen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Decreases the...
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... value of a parameter, press F5 or F6. Read this item. K To choose an item, use the left and right arrow keys. You can load default settings by pressing F9. Navigation keys for parameters are shown on the bottom of a parameter if it is subject to the Exit menu. Help for a particular menu... you can also press F10 to parameter values. K In any menu, you are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Navigating the BIOS Utility There are in square brackets. Please note that system information is enclosed in any changes made and exit the...
... value of a parameter, press F5 or F6. Read this item. K To choose an item, use the left and right arrow keys. You can load default settings by pressing F9. Navigation keys for parameters are shown on the bottom of a parameter if it is subject to the Exit menu. Help for a particular menu... you can also press F10 to parameter values. K In any menu, you are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Navigating the BIOS Utility There are in square brackets. Please note that system information is enclosed in any changes made and exit the...
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...reset it. Press e. Press Enter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. If you forget your dealer to change the value of parameters. Use the w andy keys to set the supervisor password. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. Retype the password in ...Follow these steps as you are the default and suggested parameter settings. The password length can opt to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to set the user or the supervisor password: 1. When...
...reset it. Press e. Press Enter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. If you forget your dealer to change the value of parameters. Use the w andy keys to set the supervisor password. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. Retype the password in ...Follow these steps as you are the default and suggested parameter settings. The password length can opt to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to set the user or the supervisor password: 1. When...
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...the computer sets the User Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The Set Password box appears: 2. If the verification is complete after the user presses ... have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password Follow these steps: 1. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. Use the w and y keys to "Clear". 4. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to highlight...
...the computer sets the User Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key. When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The Set Password box appears: 2. If the verification is complete after the user presses ... have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password Follow these steps: 1. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. Use the w and y keys to "Clear". 4. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to highlight...
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... or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 98. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. Hard disk drive System board see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 98. Replace and run Setup System CMOS checksum bad - Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - Index of Error... Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 010 070 071 072 110 Error Messages Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. BIOS ROM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board ...
... or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 98. CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2. Hard disk drive System board see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 98. Replace and run Setup System CMOS checksum bad - Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - Index of Error... Messages Error Code List Error Codes 006 010 070 071 072 110 Error Messages Equipment Configuration Error Causes: 1. BIOS ROM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board ...
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... CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP...
... CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP...
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... onboard I/O ports Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Area Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller Determine number of day Check key lock Initialize Typematic rate Erase F2 prompt Scan for F2 key stroke Enter SETUP Clear Boot flag Check for errors...
... onboard I/O ports Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices (optional) Initialize BIOS Area Enable Non-Maskable Interrupts (NMIs) Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller Determine number of day Check key lock Initialize Typematic rate Erase F2 prompt Scan for F2 key stroke Enter SETUP Clear Boot flag Check for errors...
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...cable LCD System board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctly Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & ...Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Power shuts down during operation The system doesn't power-on. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in ...
...cable LCD System board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctly Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & ...Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Power shuts down during operation The system doesn't power-on. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in ...
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...the installed devices. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard.../Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly. Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. USB does not work correctly Print problems. ...
...the installed devices. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. The system doesn't resume from hibernation mode. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard.../Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly. Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. USB does not work correctly Print problems. ...
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...power on the system till BIOS POST finish. q Plug in Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 is cleared. q If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is G71 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password ( Supervisor Password and/or User Password ) for Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420. Chapter 5 119 ...the back cover of clearing password and BIOS recovery for a security reason, BIOS will ask the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu. q Use an electric conductivity tool to enter BIOS Setup menu. q Restart system. Press F2 key to short the two points of ...
...power on the system till BIOS POST finish. q Plug in Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 is cleared. q If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is G71 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password ( Supervisor Password and/or User Password ) for Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420. Chapter 5 119 ...the back cover of clearing password and BIOS recovery for a security reason, BIOS will ask the password during systems POST or when systems enter to BIOS Setup menu. q Use an electric conductivity tool to enter BIOS Setup menu. q Restart system. Press F2 key to short the two points of ...
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... package 29 password control 29 ROM size 29 ROM type 29 vendor 29 Version 29 BIOS Supports protocol 29 BIOS Utility 39-50 Navigating 40 Onboard Device Configuration 45 Security 43, 44 System Security 49 Bluetooth board 85 Board Layout Top View 117 brightness hotkeys ... 50 fpc cable 90 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 H Hard disk 31 Hard Disk Drive Module 61 HDD 31 Hibernation mode hotkey 14 Hot Keys 12 I Indicators 9 Intermittent Problems 115 internal mic and web camera 94 inverter board 90 J Jumper and Connector Locations 117 Top View 117 K Keyboard 35, 69...
... package 29 password control 29 ROM size 29 ROM type 29 vendor 29 Version 29 BIOS Supports protocol 29 BIOS Utility 39-50 Navigating 40 Onboard Device Configuration 45 Security 43, 44 System Security 49 Bluetooth board 85 Board Layout Top View 117 brightness hotkeys ... 50 fpc cable 90 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 H Hard disk 31 Hard Disk Drive Module 61 HDD 31 Hibernation mode hotkey 14 Hot Keys 12 I Indicators 9 Intermittent Problems 115 internal mic and web camera 94 inverter board 90 J Jumper and Connector Locations 117 Top View 117 K Keyboard 35, 69...
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.... Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to save power. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on hotkeys. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on page 1. Launches...
.... Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to save power. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on hotkeys. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on page 1. Launches...
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...slot for maximum security. Do not forget your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Learn how to protect and take care of. If you forget your password, please get in touch with password .... Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Once set, you must enter this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Important! English 65 Securing your computer Your computer is...
...slot for maximum security. Do not forget your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Learn how to protect and take care of. If you forget your password, please get in touch with password .... Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Once set, you must enter this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Important! English 65 Securing your computer Your computer is...
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..., press during the POST; Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized... from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Boot sequence To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set this feature. English 71 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this utility.
..., press during the POST; Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized... from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Boot sequence To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set this feature. English 71 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this utility.
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... frequently-asked questions 39 front view 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 31 hotkeys 31 K keyboard 29 embedded numeric keypad 29 hotkeys 31 lock keys 29 troubleshooting 40 Windows keys 30 L left view 17 M media access on local trips 63 troubleshooting 77 turning off xvi connections network 68 D display hotkeys 31 ... 43 charging 45 checking charge level 45 installing 44 low conditions 46 maximizing life 43 optimizing 45 removing 45 using the first time 43 BIOS utility 71 brightness hotkeys 31 C caps lock 29 on indicator 25 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting ...
... frequently-asked questions 39 front view 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 31 hotkeys 31 K keyboard 29 embedded numeric keypad 29 hotkeys 31 lock keys 29 troubleshooting 40 Windows keys 30 L left view 17 M media access on local trips 63 troubleshooting 77 turning off xvi connections network 68 D display hotkeys 31 ... 43 charging 45 checking charge level 45 installing 44 low conditions 46 maximizing life 43 optimizing 45 removing 45 using the first time 43 BIOS utility 71 brightness hotkeys 31 C caps lock 29 on indicator 25 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting ...