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11 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
11 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
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... S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers MS-Sound compatible Acer PureZone technolgy with two built-in stereo microphones 88-/89-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 65 W AC adapter Engergy Star 4.0 304.8 (W) 230 (D)... 35.7/42.1 (H) mm (12 x 9 x 1.4/1.6 inches) 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington...
... S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers MS-Sound compatible Acer PureZone technolgy with two built-in stereo microphones 88-/89-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 65 W AC adapter Engergy Star 4.0 304.8 (W) 230 (D)... 35.7/42.1 (H) mm (12 x 9 x 1.4/1.6 inches) 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington...
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... numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Key (only for certain models 13 Using the System Utilities 14 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 16 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 45 Removing the SD dummy card 46 Removing the Lower Covers 47 Removing the ...
... numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Key (only for certain models 13 Using the System Utilities 14 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 16 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the ExpressCard dummy card 45 Removing the SD dummy card 46 Removing the Lower Covers 47 Removing the ...
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...) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with 6-cell battery pack Privacy control • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Communication • Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer PureZone technology* • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone* • WLAN: Intel® Wireless...
...) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with 6-cell battery pack Privacy control • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Communication • Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer PureZone technology* • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone* • WLAN: Intel® Wireless...
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... Ventilation slots Description Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use . Chapter 1 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Releases the battery for removal. Locks the battery in position. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use . No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 Icon Item...
... Ventilation slots Description Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use . Chapter 1 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Releases the battery for removal. Locks the battery in position. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use . No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 Icon Item...
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...-launch buttons. Num Lock Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager, you can be reset by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then...
...-launch buttons. Num Lock Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager, you can be reset by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then...
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Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Camera Type Item Finger Print Board Chipset Item Features Battery Item Vendor Model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification Aspire 12" 88/89 Support Windows keys and Application keys Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes 1.0M pixel, Fixed Specification Specification Authentec AES1610 USB interface Specification Sanyo/Sony/Panasonic/Simplo AS2007A Li-ion 4400 mAh 6 3S2P Chapter 1 21
Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Camera Type Item Finger Print Board Chipset Item Features Battery Item Vendor Model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification Aspire 12" 88/89 Support Windows keys and Application keys Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes 1.0M pixel, Fixed Specification Specification Authentec AES1610 USB interface Specification Sanyo/Sony/Panasonic/Simplo AS2007A Li-ion 4400 mAh 6 3S2P Chapter 1 21
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Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, the system will not boot as USB HDD) before you use the Phlash. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Chapter 2 35 Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for ...
Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, the system will not boot as USB HDD) before you use the Phlash. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Chapter 2 35 Select Boot Menu to modify the boot priority order, for ...
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....5*4 12 86.ART02.003 M2.5*5 17 86.ART02.004 M2.5*8 8 86.ART02.005 M3*5 3 86.ART02.006 M3*3 4 86.ART02.007 42 Chapter 3 Remove the battery pack. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the...
....5*4 12 86.ART02.003 M2.5*5 17 86.ART02.004 M2.5*8 8 86.ART02.005 M3*5 3 86.ART02.006 M3*3 4 86.ART02.007 42 Chapter 3 Remove the battery pack. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the...
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Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Rem ove SD Dummy Card Rem ove Express Dummy Card Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove DIMM Modules Rem ove WLAN Antenna Rem ove HDD ...
Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Remove Battery Rem ove SD Dummy Card Rem ove Express Dummy Card Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove DIMM Modules Rem ove WLAN Antenna Rem ove HDD ...
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Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 1 2 44 Chapter 3 Turn computer over. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then slide out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 1 2 44 Chapter 3 Turn computer over. 2. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3.
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Remove the WLAN cover as shown. WLAN Cover 3. Carefully open the Memory Cover. Chapter 3 47 Removing the Lower Covers 1. Memory Cover 4. Remove the Battery Pack. Loosen the 3 captive screws on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the WLAN and Memory covers.
Remove the WLAN cover as shown. WLAN Cover 3. Carefully open the Memory Cover. Chapter 3 47 Removing the Lower Covers 1. Memory Cover 4. Remove the Battery Pack. Loosen the 3 captive screws on page 44. 2. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the WLAN and Memory covers.
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See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. NOTE: When replacing, connect the black cable to the MAIN and the white to release the WLAN board. Move the antenna cables away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to the AUX connector. 4. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 48 Chapter 3 Remove the Memory Cover. Remove the Battery Pack. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the WLAN board. Removing the WLAN Module 1.
See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. NOTE: When replacing, connect the black cable to the MAIN and the white to release the WLAN board. Move the antenna cables away and remove the two screws on the WLAN board to the AUX connector. 4. Step WLAN Module Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 48 Chapter 3 Remove the Memory Cover. Remove the Battery Pack. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the WLAN board. Removing the WLAN Module 1.
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Pull the HDD out of the bay and clear out of it. 50 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the three screws securing the HDD module. Remove the HDD2 cover. Step HDD Module Size M3*5 Quantity 3 4. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. Screw Type NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of the chassis. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1.
Pull the HDD out of the bay and clear out of it. 50 Chapter 3 See "Removing the Lower Covers" on page 44. 2. Remove the three screws securing the HDD module. Remove the HDD2 cover. Step HDD Module Size M3*5 Quantity 3 4. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 47. 3. Screw Type NOTE: To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of the chassis. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1.
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Loosen the screw to remove from the computer. 52 Chapter 3 Remove the single securing screw. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 1 Screw Type 4. Using a screw driver, push the ODD module and grasp the front panel to remove the ODD cap. 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Removing the Optical Drive Module 1.
Loosen the screw to remove from the computer. 52 Chapter 3 Remove the single securing screw. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 1 Screw Type 4. Using a screw driver, push the ODD module and grasp the front panel to remove the ODD cap. 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Removing the Optical Drive Module 1.
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... end first and follow the instructions as shown. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Pry the right corner up and partially lift up. Chapter 3 57 Do not pull the Switch Cover completely off at this...
... end first and follow the instructions as shown. Turn the computer over and open the LCD module to remove the Switch Cover. 1. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Pry the right corner up and partially lift up. Chapter 3 57 Do not pull the Switch Cover completely off at this...
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... the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 129. 5. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Remove the drives (see "LCD Failure" on page 42). 8. No Display Issue If the Display...
... the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 129. 5. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Remove the drives (see "LCD Failure" on page 42). 8. No Display Issue If the Display...
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Adjust the brightness to the desired resolution. See "Disassembly Process" on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. Check the display resolution is listed under Other Devices. 9. Minimize or close all Windows. Click ... pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the application. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. If the Issue is not running on page 42. 5. If the computer is properly installed. If display size is still not resolved, see "Online Support...
Adjust the brightness to the desired resolution. See "Disassembly Process" on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. Check the display resolution is listed under Other Devices. 9. Minimize or close all Windows. Click ... pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the application. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. If the Issue is not running on page 42. 5. If the computer is properly installed. If display size is still not resolved, see "Online Support...
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... good date using System Restore. Run the Event Viewer to the previous version if updated recently. 11. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is ok. 3. Roll back the mouse driver to check the events log for errors. Check Drive whether is not fixed, repeat the...
... good date using System Restore. Run the Event Viewer to the previous version if updated recently. 11. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is ok. 3. Roll back the mouse driver to check the events log for errors. Check Drive whether is not fixed, repeat the...
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... inoperative. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system...
... inoperative. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system...