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...12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the BIOS Utility 29... General Information 50 Pre-disassembly Instructions 50 Disassembly Process 50 External Module Disassembly Process 51 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery Pack 52 Removing the SD dummy card 53 Removing the Lower Covers 54 Removing the WLAN Module 56 Removing the DIMM Modules...
...12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the BIOS Utility 29... General Information 50 Pre-disassembly Instructions 50 Disassembly Process 50 External Module Disassembly Process 51 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 51 Removing the Battery Pack 52 Removing the SD dummy card 53 Removing the Lower Covers 54 Removing the WLAN Module 56 Removing the DIMM Modules...
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... 136 Replacing the DIMM Modules 136 Replacing the WLAN Module 137 Replacing the Lower Covers 137 Replacing the SD Card Dummy Trays 138 Replacing the Battery 138 VIII
... 136 Replacing the DIMM Modules 136 Replacing the WLAN Module 137 Replacing the Lower Covers 137 Replacing the SD Card Dummy Trays 138 Replacing the Battery 138 VIII
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...8226; 342 (W) x 239 (D) x 23/38.6 (H) mm (13.4 x 9.4 x 0.9/1.5 inches) • 2.3 (5.07lbs) with 6-cell battery Privacy control • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • ACPI 3.0 • 48.8 ...Chapter 1 Wake-on -LAN ready • Modem: 56K ITU V.92; Communication • Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer PureZone technology* • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone* • WLAN: • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300*...
...8226; 342 (W) x 239 (D) x 23/38.6 (H) mm (13.4 x 9.4 x 0.9/1.5 inches) • 2.3 (5.07lbs) with 6-cell battery Privacy control • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • ACPI 3.0 • 48.8 ...Chapter 1 Wake-on -LAN ready • Modem: 56K ITU V.92; Communication • Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer PureZone technology* • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone* • WLAN: • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300*...
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Locks the battery in position. Chapter 1 9 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's main memory. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
Locks the battery in position. Chapter 1 9 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Bottom View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Battery lock Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's main memory. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
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... charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Launch Acer Empowering Technology. (user-programmable) 10 Chapter 1 The mail and Web browser buttons are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. Battery HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and Internet...
... charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Launch Acer Empowering Technology. (user-programmable) 10 Chapter 1 The mail and Web browser buttons are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. Battery HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and Internet...
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.... NOTE: Please use the Phlash utility. Copy the flash utilities to run the Phlash utility. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Chapter 2 39 Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, you run...
.... NOTE: Please use the Phlash utility. Copy the flash utilities to run the Phlash utility. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Chapter 2 39 Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, you run...
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... and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. Main Screw List Description Quantity Acer P/N M2.0D 3.0L K4.6D 0.8T ZK 17 86.AD302.001 M2.5D 3.0L K5.5D 0.8T ZK 15 86.AD302.002 M2.5D 5L... you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Remove the battery pack. General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order.
... and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Disassembly Process The disassembly process is divided into the following : 1. Main Screw List Description Quantity Acer P/N M2.0D 3.0L K4.6D 0.8T ZK 17 86.AD302.001 M2.5D 3.0L K5.5D 0.8T ZK 15 86.AD302.002 M2.5D 5L... you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Remove the battery pack. General Information Pre-disassembly Instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that order.
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... below gives you a graphic representation on the components that order. Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Rem ove Battery Rem ove SD Dummy Rem ove NewCard Dummy Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove WLAN Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove HDD Rem ove ODD Screw...
... below gives you a graphic representation on the components that order. Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from system Rem ove Battery Rem ove SD Dummy Rem ove NewCard Dummy Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove WLAN Rem ove DIMMs Rem ove HDD Rem ove ODD Screw...
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Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 52 Chapter 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3.
Removing the Battery Pack 1. Turn computer over. 2. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 52 Chapter 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3.
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Loosen the five captive screws in the covers as shown. 54 Chapter 3 HDD Cover 5. See "Removing the SD dummy card" on page 52. 2. Remove the WLAN Cover as shown. Carefully open the DIMM Cover. DIMM Cover WLAN Cover 4. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 3. Removing the Lower Covers 1.
Loosen the five captive screws in the covers as shown. 54 Chapter 3 HDD Cover 5. See "Removing the SD dummy card" on page 52. 2. Remove the WLAN Cover as shown. Carefully open the DIMM Cover. DIMM Cover WLAN Cover 4. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 3. Removing the Lower Covers 1.
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Slide the covers off the hinges in the direction of the arrows. Step Hinge Covers Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the inside. Removing the Hinge Covers 1. Ensure that the correct cover is used during reassembly. 64 Chapter 3 IMPORTANT:The left and right Hinge Covers are shaped differently and marked L and R on page 52. 2. Remove the two screw caps and screws from the Hinge Covers.
Slide the covers off the hinges in the direction of the arrows. Step Hinge Covers Size M2*3 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the inside. Removing the Hinge Covers 1. Ensure that the correct cover is used during reassembly. 64 Chapter 3 IMPORTANT:The left and right Hinge Covers are shaped differently and marked L and R on page 52. 2. Remove the two screw caps and screws from the Hinge Covers.
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... the cover upward (2) to release the securing pins. 1 2 Chapter 3 65 It is recommended that only fingers are used to the outer casing. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 64. 3. See "Removing the Hinge Covers" on page 52. 2.
... the cover upward (2) to release the securing pins. 1 2 Chapter 3 65 It is recommended that only fingers are used to the outer casing. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 64. 3. See "Removing the Hinge Covers" on page 52. 2.
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Slide and hold the battery release latch to the lock position. 2 1 138 Chapter 3 Replacing the SD Card Dummy Trays 1. Replacing the Battery 1. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then insert the battery and press down (2). 2. Insert the SD Card and push into the slot until flush with the chassis cover.
Slide and hold the battery release latch to the lock position. 2 1 138 Chapter 3 Replacing the SD Card Dummy Trays 1. Replacing the Battery 1. Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to the release position (1), then insert the battery and press down (2). 2. Insert the SD Card and push into the slot until flush with the chassis cover.
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...). Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Remove any stored power by one by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Chapter 4 141 Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display...
...). Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Remove any stored power by one by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Chapter 4 141 Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display...
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...should be replaced. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. If permanent vertical/horizontal ..., the LCD is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel zoom feature in the same locations on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. If the Issue is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen...
...should be replaced. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. If permanent vertical/horizontal ..., the LCD is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel zoom feature in the same locations on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. If the Issue is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen...
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If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is properly installed. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Run the Event Viewer to the previous version ...
If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is properly installed. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Run the Event Viewer to the previous version ...
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... system board in loop mode at a time. Power-on page 140.): 1. If the problem remains, replace 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. Determine if the problem...
... system board in loop mode at a time. Power-on page 140.): 1. If the problem remains, replace 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. Determine if the problem...
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... Description FP Board Connector Keyboard Connector Function Board Connector e-Key Board Connector Media Console Connector USB Board Connector MiniCard Port Bluetooth Connector MDC Connector Switch Battery LED Power LED Switch ExpressCard Connector 163
... Description FP Board Connector Keyboard Connector Function Board Connector e-Key Board Connector Media Console Connector USB Board Connector MiniCard Port Bluetooth Connector MDC Connector Switch Battery LED Power LED Switch ExpressCard Connector 163
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...for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series provides one Hotkey for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password). Then remove the ... to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the following steps: • Power Off a system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery from the HW Gap. • Restart system. Chapter 2 165 However, once it is cleared. Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section...
...for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. Aspire 4736G/4736Z Series provides one Hotkey for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password). Then remove the ... to short the HW Gap to clear the password by the following steps: • Power Off a system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery from the HW Gap. • Restart system. Chapter 2 165 However, once it is cleared. Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section...
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... Windows XP OS. BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is strongly recommended to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Power Off failed system. 2. Update to the latest version BIOS for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk: Before doing this feature to restore the BIOS...
... Windows XP OS. BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk BIOS Recovery Boot Block: BIOS Recovery Boot Block is strongly recommended to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Power Off failed system. 2. Update to the latest version BIOS for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk: Before doing this feature to restore the BIOS...