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... 1 Hardware Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and Networking 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Control 1-8 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-8 Software 1-8 Optional Items 1-9 Warranty 1-9 Environment 1-9 Notebook Tour 1-10 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 System Block Diagram 1-23 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications...
... 1 Hardware Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and Networking 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Control 1-8 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-8 Software 1-8 Optional Items 1-9 Warranty 1-9 Environment 1-9 Notebook Tour 1-10 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 System Block Diagram 1-23 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications...
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... Utility 2-27 Crisis Disk Recovery 2-28 CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance Procedures Introduction 3-5 General Information 3-5 Recommended Equipment 3-5 Maintenance Flowchart 3-6 Getting Started 3-7 Battery Pack Removal 3-8 Battery Pack Installation 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Dummy Card Installation 3-9 Keyboard Removal 3-10 Keyboard Installation 3-11 Base Assembly Removal 3-12 Base Assembly Installation 3-13 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-14 ODD Module Installation 3-15 USB Module Removal 3-16 USB Module Installation 3-16 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-17 HDD...
... Utility 2-27 Crisis Disk Recovery 2-28 CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance Procedures Introduction 3-5 General Information 3-5 Recommended Equipment 3-5 Maintenance Flowchart 3-6 Getting Started 3-7 Battery Pack Removal 3-8 Battery Pack Installation 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Dummy Card Installation 3-9 Keyboard Removal 3-10 Keyboard Installation 3-11 Base Assembly Removal 3-12 Base Assembly Installation 3-13 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-14 ODD Module Installation 3-15 USB Module Removal 3-16 USB Module Installation 3-16 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-17 HDD...
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...Speaker Failure 4-11 Internal Microphone Failure 4-13 USB Failure 4-14 Other Functions Failure 4-15 Intermittent Problems 4-16 Undetermined Problems 4-16 Post Codes 4-17 CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Jumper and Connector Locations 5-3 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 5-5 Clearing Password Check 5-5 Clear CMOS Jumper 5-6 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 5-7 CHAPTER 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Exploded Diagrams 6-4 FRU List 6-7 Screw List 6-16 CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration Acer Aspire 4349 7-3 Acer Aspire 4749 & 4749Z 7-16 CHAPTER...
...Speaker Failure 4-11 Internal Microphone Failure 4-13 USB Failure 4-14 Other Functions Failure 4-15 Intermittent Problems 4-16 Undetermined Problems 4-16 Post Codes 4-17 CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Jumper and Connector Locations 5-3 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 5-5 Clearing Password Check 5-5 Clear CMOS Jumper 5-6 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 5-7 CHAPTER 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Exploded Diagrams 6-4 FRU List 6-7 Screw List 6-16 CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration Acer Aspire 4349 7-3 Acer Aspire 4749 & 4749Z 7-16 CHAPTER...
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Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and Networking 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Control 1-8 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-8 Software 1-8 Optional Items 1-9 Warranty 1-9 Environment 1-9 Notebook Tour 1-10 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 System Block Diagram 1-23 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications 1-24 System Board Major ...
Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and Networking 1-7 Privacy Control 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Control 1-8 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-8 Software 1-8 Optional Items 1-9 Warranty 1-9 Environment 1-9 Notebook Tour 1-10 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 System Block Diagram 1-23 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications 1-24 System Board Major ...
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... 1-5. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Some keyless models are also available. 2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/-based network. 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 6 USB 2.0 port Connects to secure the lock. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Note: Wrap the computer security lock cable 1 around an...
... 1-5. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Some keyless models are also available. 2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/-based network. 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 6 USB 2.0 port Connects to secure the lock. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Note: Wrap the computer security lock cable 1 around an...
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... optical drive tray when the computer is 3 indicator active. 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Internal optical drive; Figure 1-6. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off . 1-16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is off . 5 Emergency eject hole Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to USB 2.0 devices 1 USB 2.0 ports (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). accepts CDs or 2 Optical drive DVDs.
... optical drive tray when the computer is 3 indicator active. 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Internal optical drive; Figure 1-6. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off . 1-16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is off . 5 Emergency eject hole Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to USB 2.0 devices 1 USB 2.0 ports (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). accepts CDs or 2 Optical drive DVDs.
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... keypad manner. Cursor-control keys on embedded Type numbers in uppercase. Type the letters in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Embedded Numeric Keypad Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off . Using the Keyboard 0 The computer has a close-to connect an external keypad. Table 1-8. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-19 It...
... keypad manner. Cursor-control keys on embedded Type numbers in uppercase. Type the letters in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Embedded Numeric Keypad Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off . Using the Keyboard 0 The computer has a close-to connect an external keypad. Table 1-8. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-19 It...
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... system tray) < > + : Cycle through programs on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. 1-20 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Functions supported by Windows XP: < > + : Show the System Properties dialog box < > + : Open Ease of functions. Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Key Description Windows Logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button;
... system tray) < > + : Cycle through programs on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. 1-20 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Functions supported by Windows XP: < > + : Show the System Properties dialog box < > + : Open Ease of functions. Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Key Description Windows Logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button;
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Hot key Icon Function Description + Communication Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. + + + + Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Puts the computer in the hockey combination. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Increases the sound volume. Hardware Specifications ...
Hot key Icon Function Description + Communication Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. + + + + Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Puts the computer in the hockey combination. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Increases the sound volume. Hardware Specifications ...
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...; Storage cards with both Windows and Mac OS 1-42 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features Specification AU6435A51-GDL-GR LQFP 48P 16G 2-in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. The adapter efficiency shall be power managed in -1 card reader controller, supporting: ...
...; Storage cards with both Windows and Mac OS 1-42 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features Specification AU6435A51-GDL-GR LQFP 48P 16G 2-in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. The adapter efficiency shall be power managed in -1 card reader controller, supporting: ...
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... boot device without entering the BIOS SETUP, press F12 during POST (power-on self-test) when prompted at the bottom of screen. press F5 or F6. Exit - System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is subject to specific models. If configuration problems occur, the setup utility may need to run . use the left and right arrow keys Item - Press F10 to parameter values. Parameter help carefully when making changes...
... boot device without entering the BIOS SETUP, press F12 during POST (power-on self-test) when prompted at the bottom of screen. press F5 or F6. Exit - System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is subject to specific models. If configuration problems occur, the setup utility may need to run . use the left and right arrow keys Item - Press F10 to parameter values. Parameter help carefully when making changes...
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Figure 2-9. If the password entered does not match the current password, the screen shows the Setup Warning dialog. (Figure 2-8) Figure 2-8. Setup Warning: Invalid Password If new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the Setup Warning dialog appears (Figure 2-9). Setup Warning: Passwords Do Not Match System Utilities 2-11 The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter.
Figure 2-9. If the password entered does not match the current password, the screen shows the Setup Warning dialog. (Figure 2-8) Figure 2-8. Setup Warning: Invalid Password If new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the Setup Warning dialog appears (Figure 2-9). Setup Warning: Passwords Do Not Match System Utilities 2-11 The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter.
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Load Setup Defaults Load setup default values for all setup items. Discard Changes Load previous values of all setup items. Save Changes Save setup item changes to save or discard changes and quit the BIOS Setup Utility. 3.5 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save setup item changes to system. Exit 0 The Exit tab allows users to system without saving setup item changes to system...
Load Setup Defaults Load setup default values for all setup items. Discard Changes Load previous values of all setup items. Save Changes Save setup item changes to save or discard changes and quit the BIOS Setup Utility. 3.5 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save setup item changes to system. Exit 0 The Exit tab allows users to system without saving setup item changes to system...
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... Maintenance Flowchart 3-6 Getting Started 3-7 Battery Pack Removal 3-8 Battery Pack Installation 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Dummy Card Installation 3-9 Keyboard Removal 3-10 Keyboard Installation 3-11 Base Assembly Removal 3-12 Base Assembly Installation 3-13 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-14 ODD Module Installation 3-15 USB Module Removal 3-16 USB Module Installation 3-16 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-17 HDD Module Installation 3-18 Mainboard Removal 3-19 Mainboard Installation 3-21 DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) Module Removal . . . .3-22 DIMM Module...
... Maintenance Flowchart 3-6 Getting Started 3-7 Battery Pack Removal 3-8 Battery Pack Installation 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Dummy Card Installation 3-9 Keyboard Removal 3-10 Keyboard Installation 3-11 Base Assembly Removal 3-12 Base Assembly Installation 3-13 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-14 ODD Module Installation 3-15 USB Module Removal 3-16 USB Module Installation 3-16 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-17 HDD Module Installation 3-18 Mainboard Removal 3-19 Mainboard Installation 3-21 DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) Module Removal . . . .3-22 DIMM Module...
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... connection Replace Ext. Make sure that internal display is selected. Power On? DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? Hold the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Switching between internal and external by removing the power cable and battery. No Ext. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : START Replace LCD panel/ No LCD cable LCD module OK? Troubleshooting 4-5 No Display Issues 0 If the Display does not work, perform the following : 1. DDRRAM module well...
... connection Replace Ext. Make sure that internal display is selected. Power On? DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? Hold the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Switching between internal and external by removing the power cable and battery. No Ext. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : START Replace LCD panel/ No LCD cable LCD module OK? Troubleshooting 4-5 No Display Issues 0 If the Display does not work, perform the following : 1. DDRRAM module well...
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... Fn+F5. 6. Refer to the previous version if updated. 5. If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is correctly configured: Minimize or close all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Check the display resolution is faulty and should be replaced. Roll back the video driver to the User Manual for instructions on the screen), the LCD is listed under Other...
... Fn+F5. 6. Refer to the previous version if updated. 5. If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is correctly configured: Minimize or close all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Check the display resolution is faulty and should be replaced. Roll back the video driver to the User Manual for instructions on the screen), the LCD is listed under Other...
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...;Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module PC Cards 4. NOTE: NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of reasons that have nothing to do not replace any problems are supported by a variety of the failure is operating correctly. (Refer...
...;Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module PC Cards 4. NOTE: NOTE: Verify that the power supply being used at the time of reasons that have nothing to do not replace any problems are supported by a variety of the failure is operating correctly. (Refer...
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... 10 Enter BDS entry BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS 11 Install Hotkey service BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS 12 ASF Initialization BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS 13 PCI enumeration BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS 14 PCI resource assign complete BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS 15 PCI enumeration complete BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS 16 Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and Mouse initialization BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS 17 Video device initialization BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR BDS 18 Error report device initialization 4-20 Troubleshooting Table 4-5. (Continued)DXE Phase POST Code Table Functionality...
... 10 Enter BDS entry BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS 11 Install Hotkey service BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS 12 ASF Initialization BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS 13 PCI enumeration BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS 14 PCI resource assign complete BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS 15 PCI enumeration complete BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS 16 Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and Mouse initialization BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS 17 Video device initialization BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR BDS 18 Error report device initialization 4-20 Troubleshooting Table 4-5. (Continued)DXE Phase POST Code Table Functionality...
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... Windows 7 OS. Jumper and Connector Locations 5-7 To use this function is powered on another system with minimum BIOS initialization. Format the USB storage disk using the Fast Format option. 2. Make sure that there is used to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Users can enable this machine by executing the Crisis Disk program on during BIOS POST. The Power button flashes once. 6. Update the latest version BIOS for BIOS Recovery from USB Storage 0 NOTE: NOTE: Prior to enter...
... Windows 7 OS. Jumper and Connector Locations 5-7 To use this function is powered on another system with minimum BIOS initialization. Format the USB storage disk using the Fast Format option. 2. Make sure that there is used to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Users can enable this machine by executing the Crisis Disk program on during BIOS POST. The Power button flashes once. 6. Update the latest version BIOS for BIOS Recovery from USB Storage 0 NOTE: NOTE: Prior to enter...
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... Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. Acer's Website offers convenient and valuable support resources. and password. However some information sources will require a user i.d. We are : Detailed information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: Service guides for all models Bios updates Software utilities Spare parts lists TABs (Technical Announcement...
... Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. Acer's Website offers convenient and valuable support resources. and password. However some information sources will require a user i.d. We are : Detailed information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including: Service guides for all models Bios updates Software utilities Spare parts lists TABs (Technical Announcement...