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... 8 Indicators 10 TouchPad Basics 11 Using the Keyboard 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 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 HM50-MV Intel BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Advanced 28 Security 30 Power 33 Boot 35 Exit 36 BIOS Flash Utilities 37 DOS Flash Utility 38 WinFlash Utility 40 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities...
... 8 Indicators 10 TouchPad Basics 11 Using the Keyboard 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 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 HM50-MV Intel BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Advanced 28 Security 30 Power 33 Boot 35 Exit 36 BIOS Flash Utilities 37 DOS Flash Utility 38 WinFlash Utility 40 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities...
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... Replacing the LCD Module 113 Replacing the Keyboard 118 Replacing the Switch Cover 119 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 119 Replacing the WLAN Module 121 Replacing the DIMM Modules 121 Replacing the ODD Module 122 Replacing the Lower Covers 122 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 123 Replacing the Battery 124 Troubleshooting 125 Common Problems 125 Power On Issue 126 No Display Issue 127 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 128 LCD Failure 129 Built-In Keyboard Failure 129 TouchPad Failure 130 Internal Speaker Failure 130 HDD...
... Replacing the LCD Module 113 Replacing the Keyboard 118 Replacing the Switch Cover 119 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 119 Replacing the WLAN Module 121 Replacing the DIMM Modules 121 Replacing the ODD Module 122 Replacing the Lower Covers 122 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 123 Replacing the Battery 124 Troubleshooting 125 Common Problems 125 Power On Issue 126 No Display Issue 127 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 128 LCD Failure 129 Built-In Keyboard Failure 129 TouchPad Failure 130 Internal Speaker Failure 130 HDD...
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... output. Power button Turns the computer on and off . Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard TouchPad Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Your Acer Notebook tour...
... output. Power button Turns the computer on and off . Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard TouchPad Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Your Acer Notebook tour...
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... computer cover is charging. 2. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 2 5-in-1 card Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard reader (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. NOTE: Push to remove/install the card. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. No. 7 8 9 Icon Item Click buttons (left and right) Palmrest HDD...
... computer cover is charging. 2. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 2 5-in-1 card Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard reader (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. NOTE: Push to remove/install the card. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. No. 7 8 9 Icon Item Click buttons (left and right) Palmrest HDD...
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... Sleep mode. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. (only for certain models) Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Decreases the sound volume. 14 Chapter 1 To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Increases the screen brightness. Increases the sound volume. Decreases the screen brightness. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Switches display...
... Sleep mode. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. (only for certain models) Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Decreases the sound volume. 14 Chapter 1 To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Increases the screen brightness. Increases the sound volume. Decreases the screen brightness. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Switches display...
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... this screen. This field displays the serial number of the system. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 CPU Type CPU Speed HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Number: HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Name: ATAPI Model Name: System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: Intel(R) Pentium(R) Dual-Core CPU 2.1GHz WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO None MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ880AS V0.09-T1 Intel V1704 T4300 @ 2.1GHz Aspire 5732Z/5332 Acer...
... this screen. This field displays the serial number of the system. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 CPU Type CPU Speed HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Number: HDD Model Name: HDD Serial Name: ATAPI Model Name: System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: Intel(R) Pentium(R) Dual-Core CPU 2.1GHz WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCTO None MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ880AS V0.09-T1 Intel V1704 T4300 @ 2.1GHz Aspire 5732Z/5332 Acer...
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.... 3. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. When you are done, press F10 to enable the Password on the screen. 3. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. The Set Password box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password [ ] Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. Press Enter. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to "Clear". 4. Type the current password in the "Enter New Password" field. The computer then...
.... 3. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. When you are done, press F10 to enable the Password on the screen. 3. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. The Set Password box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password [ ] Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. Press Enter. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to "Clear". 4. Type the current password in the "Enter New Password" field. The computer then...
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... Password field and press Enter. 3. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password [ ] Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. Setup Warning Passwords do not match, the screen will display the following . If desired, you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. If the current password entered...
... Password field and press Enter. 3. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password [ ] Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] 2. Setup Warning Passwords do not match, the screen will display the following . If desired, you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. If the current password entered...
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... you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Load default values for all SETUP item. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save or discard any changes you to CMOS. F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Select Menu Enter Select SubMenu F10 Save...
... you made and quit the BIOS Utility. Load default values for all SETUP item. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Rev. 3.5 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save or discard any changes you to CMOS. F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Select Menu Enter Select SubMenu F10 Save...
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... are intended to . Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 126 No Display Issue Page 127 LCD Failure Page 129 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 129 TouchPad Failure Page 130 Internal Speaker Failure Page 130 ODD Failure Page 133 WLAN Failure Page 136 Thermal Unit Failure Page 136 Other Functions Failure Page 137 Intermittent Failures Page 138 Undermined...
... are intended to . Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 126 No Display Issue Page 127 LCD Failure Page 129 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 129 TouchPad Failure Page 130 Internal Speaker Failure Page 130 ODD Failure Page 133 WLAN Failure Page 136 Thermal Unit Failure Page 136 Other Functions Failure Page 137 Intermittent Failures Page 138 Undermined...
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... any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by pressing Fn+F5 (on page 48). 8. Chapter 4 127 Restart the computer. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Disassembly Process" on this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external display is by...
... any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. If the computer boots correctly, add the devices one by pressing Fn+F5 (on page 48). 8. Chapter 4 127 Restart the computer. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Disassembly Process" on this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external display is by...
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... reconnect the power and data cables between devices. Adjust the brightness to the previous version if updated. 7. Minimize or close all Windows. b. Readjust if necessary. 6. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 48. 4. See "Disassembly Process" on page 215. 10. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If HDD information...
... reconnect the power and data cables between devices. Adjust the brightness to the previous version if updated. 7. Minimize or close all Windows. b. Readjust if necessary. 6. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 48. 4. See "Disassembly Process" on page 215. 10. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If HDD information...
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... correct the problem. 1. Ensure all external devices. 2. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to resolve the problem. 4. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 9. Replace the HDD. Disconnect all cables and jumpers on page 48. 132 Chapter 4 Run the Windows OS Startup Repair Utility: a. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. 8. g. Remove any key to start to locate and resolve...
... correct the problem. 1. Ensure all external devices. 2. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to resolve the problem. 4. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 9. Replace the HDD. Disconnect all cables and jumpers on page 48. 132 Chapter 4 Run the Windows OS Startup Repair Utility: a. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. 8. g. Remove any key to start to locate and resolve...
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... to correct the problem. 1. d. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to enter the BIOS Utility. 2. c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Remove and clean the failed disc. 2. Check that the entry is probably defective and should be read when inserted in the ATAPI Model Name field on page 17. 3. b. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if...
... to correct the problem. 1. d. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to enter the BIOS Utility. 2. c. Click Properties and select the Advanced Settings tab. Remove and clean the failed disc. 2. Check that the entry is probably defective and should be read when inserted in the ATAPI Model Name field on page 17. 3. b. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if...
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... the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is OK. 2. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Restart the computer. 6. Roll back the mouse driver to check the events log for errors. Remove any recently added software and reboot. 8. Check Drive whether is a good connection. Try an alternative program to Try. Check the Device Manager to correct the problem. 1. Check Test Fixture is properly installed. See the mouse user manual...
... the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is OK. 2. If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Restart the computer. 6. Roll back the mouse driver to check the events log for errors. Remove any recently added software and reboot. 8. Check Drive whether is a good connection. Try an alternative program to Try. Check the Device Manager to correct the problem. 1. Check Test Fixture is properly installed. See the mouse user manual...
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... by the computer. If any problems are supported by a variety of reasons that all of the failure is inoperative. 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. Visually check them for the system board in loop mode at a time until you...
... by the computer. If any problems are supported by a variety of reasons that all of the failure is inoperative. 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. Visually check them for the system board in loop mode at a time until you...
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... 5 Power Off the system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery from the HW Gap. 6. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password). If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is necessary to bypass the password check, users need to short the HW Gap to BIOS Setup menu. Clearing Password Check Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for...
... 5 Power Off the system, and remove HDD, AC and Battery from the HW Gap. 6. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password). If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is necessary to bypass the password check, users need to short the HW Gap to BIOS Setup menu. Clearing Password Check Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for...
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... Device Configuration 31 Power 33 Save and Exit 36 Security 30 System Security 36 Board Layout Top View 147 brightness hotkeys 14 C Camera Module Removing 86 Replacing 99 caps lock on indicator 10 Common Problems 126 computer on indicator 6, 10 CPU Removing 83 Replacing 102 CPU Fan Removing 81 Index Replacing 103 D DIMM Modules Removing 55 Replacing 121 Display 4 display hotkeys 14 E EasyTouch Failure 136 Euro 15 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 49 F Features 1 Flash Utility 37 FPC Cable Removing 89 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 153 H Hard Disk Drive Removing...
... Device Configuration 31 Power 33 Save and Exit 36 Security 30 System Security 36 Board Layout Top View 147 brightness hotkeys 14 C Camera Module Removing 86 Replacing 99 caps lock on indicator 10 Common Problems 126 computer on indicator 6, 10 CPU Removing 83 Replacing 102 CPU Fan Removing 81 Index Replacing 103 D DIMM Modules Removing 55 Replacing 121 Display 4 display hotkeys 14 E EasyTouch Failure 136 Euro 15 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 49 F Features 1 Flash Utility 37 FPC Cable Removing 89 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 153 H Hard Disk Drive Removing...
Acer Aspire 5332 Notebook Series Start Guide
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... mobile computing needs. poster helps you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on the screen to the basic features and functions of the series, but not necessarily in certain models of your notebook. Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes...
... mobile computing needs. poster helps you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on the screen to the basic features and functions of the series, but not necessarily in certain models of your notebook. Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes...
Acer Aspire 5332 Notebook Series Start Guide
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... any key to access most of wireless LAN communication. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like screen brightness and volume output. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + Display toggle Screen blank Switches display...
... any key to access most of wireless LAN communication. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like screen brightness and volume output. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + Display toggle Screen blank Switches display...
