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Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 9 Rear Panel 10 Bottom Panel 10 Indicators 11 Easy-launch Buttons 12 ...Touchpad 13 Touchpad Basics 13 Using the Keyboard 15 Lock Keys and embedded mumeric keypad 15 Windows Keys 15 Hot Keys 16 Special Key 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 Chpater 2 System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the ...
Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 9 Rear Panel 10 Bottom Panel 10 Indicators 11 Easy-launch Buttons 12 ...Touchpad 13 Touchpad Basics 13 Using the Keyboard 15 Lock Keys and embedded mumeric keypad 15 Windows Keys 15 Hot Keys 16 Special Key 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 Chpater 2 System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the ...
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... (dual-channel support) Display T T T T T T T T 14.1 WXGA Acer CrystalBriteTM color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVistaTM 16.7 million colors Intel® 915GM integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphics... and CRT display, with LCD panel refresh rate at 70 Hz MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization technology (Acer Arcade) Storage subsystem T 40/60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive T Optical ...
... (dual-channel support) Display T T T T T T T T 14.1 WXGA Acer CrystalBriteTM color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVistaTM 16.7 million colors Intel® 915GM integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphics... and CRT display, with LCD panel refresh rate at 70 Hz MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization technology (Acer Arcade) Storage subsystem T 40/60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive T Optical ...
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T Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button T 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support T Four easy-launch buttons T Two front-access LED-buttons:...; Human-centric design and ergonomics T Rugged, yet extremely portable design T Stylish appearance T Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device T Acer FineTouch keyboard with a 5-degree curve T Internet 4-way scroll button I/O Ports T T T T T T T T Three USB 2.0 ports PC Card slot (one Type II...
T Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button T 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support T Four easy-launch buttons T Two front-access LED-buttons:...; Human-centric design and ergonomics T Rugged, yet extremely portable design T Stylish appearance T Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys T Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device T Acer FineTouch keyboard with a 5-degree curve T Internet 4-way scroll button I/O Ports T T T T T T T T Three USB 2.0 ports PC Card slot (one Type II...
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... once Tap once Center button (3) Chapter 1 13 T Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move your finger across the surface of Windows applications.
... once Tap once Center button (3) Chapter 1 13 T Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move your finger across the surface of Windows applications.
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...Num Lock is in a normal manner. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Lock Key Caps Lock Num lock + Scroll lock + Description When Caps Lock is indicated by small characters ...calculator (complete with some applications. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Desired Access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on the upper right corner of numeric data...
...Num Lock is in a normal manner. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Lock Key Caps Lock Num lock + Scroll lock + Description When Caps Lock is indicated by small characters ...calculator (complete with some applications. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Desired Access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on the upper right corner of numeric data...
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it launches the Start menu. Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on the Windows Start button; Fn-F3 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager. Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like sreen brightness, volume...
it launches the Start menu. Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on the Windows Start button; Fn-F3 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager. Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like sreen brightness, volume...
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... USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio 5-in-1 card reader Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Chapter 1 No ... 6 CELLS-SONY 2400mAH US18650G7 BATTERY LI-ION 9 CELLS-SANYO 2400mAH UR18650F Li-ion 4800mAh 6cell and 7200mAh 9cell for Aspire 5500 4000mAh 6cell for Aspire 3600 53.3W 6cell and 79.9W 9cell for Aspire 5500 44.6W 6cell for this model) Specification KB 910Q 84-/85-key Yes 1.
... USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio 5-in-1 card reader Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Chapter 1 No ... 6 CELLS-SONY 2400mAH US18650G7 BATTERY LI-ION 9 CELLS-SANYO 2400mAH UR18650F Li-ion 4800mAh 6cell and 7200mAh 9cell for Aspire 5500 4000mAh 6cell for Aspire 3600 53.3W 6cell and 79.9W 9cell for Aspire 5500 44.6W 6cell for this model) Specification KB 910Q 84-/85-key Yes 1.
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Do the following to select the test device: 1. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the main board. Do the following to select the test device. 1. The following auxiliary input ... Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Follow the instructions in the message window. NOTE: Make sure that the flexible cable extending from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. The label can cause damage to the ...
Do the following to select the test device: 1. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the main board. Do the following to select the test device. 1. The following auxiliary input ... Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Follow the instructions in the message window. NOTE: Make sure that the flexible cable extending from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. The label can cause damage to the ...
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... and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the message window. Remove the battery pack. 2. Follow the instructions in the following power sources: 1. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Power System Check...
... and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the message window. Remove the battery pack. 2. Follow the instructions in the following power sources: 1. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Power System Check...
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DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the LCD The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the LCD. ...
DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. The system doesn't enter standby mode after closing the LCD The system doesn't resume from standby mode after opening the LCD. ...
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... disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board System board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined...
... disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board System board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined...
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... to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on uneven surfaces. v To turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering...
... to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on uneven surfaces. v To turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering...
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... 23 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 23 Windows keys 24 Hotkeys 24 Special keys 26 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray (for selected models) 27 Using a computer security lock 27 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the system utilities 29 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29 Launch Manager...
... 23 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 23 Windows keys 24 Hotkeys 24 Special keys 26 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray (for selected models) 27 Using a computer security lock 27 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the system utilities 29 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29 Launch Manager...
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...to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on -the-fly file encryption for a supervisor password and default file-specific password. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be no way to decrypt it. Be sure to encrypt/decrypt a file: the supervisor password and the ...encrypting a file. the file-specific password is assigned when you lose the password, the supervisor password is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the appropriate utility and select the Help function...
...to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on -the-fly file encryption for a supervisor password and default file-specific password. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be no way to decrypt it. Be sure to encrypt/decrypt a file: the supervisor password and the ...encrypting a file. the file-specific password is assigned when you lose the password, the supervisor password is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the appropriate utility and select the Help function...
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removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization -
removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization -
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.... You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your notebook, or start the program from the Start menu. To access this utility, either click on the "Acer eNet Management" icon on the icon in ...a variety of all alerts that were previously issued. Acer eSettings Management also: •...
.... You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your notebook, or start the program from the Start menu. To access this utility, either click on the "Acer eNet Management" icon on the icon in ...a variety of all alerts that were previously issued. Acer eSettings Management also: •...
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Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. AC mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to three of the window. You can define up to turn the ...which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. DC mode To suit your needs, then click OK. 5 ...
Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. AC mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to three of the window. You can define up to turn the ...which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. DC mode To suit your needs, then click OK. 5 ...
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...using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 14.1" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite™ color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual display via Acer GridVista™ • 16.7 million colors • Intel®...; 2.38 kg (5.25 lbs.) 16 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory Display and graphics Storage subsystem Dimensions and weight • Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) • Intel® Centrino® mobile technology, featuring: - Intel® 915PM/GM Express...
...using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 14.1" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite™ color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual display via Acer GridVista™ • 16.7 million colors • Intel®...; 2.38 kg (5.25 lbs.) 16 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory Display and graphics Storage subsystem Dimensions and weight • Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) • Intel® Centrino® mobile technology, featuring: - Intel® 915PM/GM Express...
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... • WLAN: integrated Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG network connection (dual-band 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology • WPAN: Bluetooth® • LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet; 17 English Power subsystem ... Input devices • 84-/85-key keyboard • Touchpad with 4-way scroll button • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support • Four easy-launch buttons • Two front-access LED-buttons:...
... • WLAN: integrated Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG network connection (dual-band 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology • WPAN: Bluetooth® • LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet; 17 English Power subsystem ... Input devices • 84-/85-key keyboard • Touchpad with 4-way scroll button • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support • Four easy-launch buttons • Two front-access LED-buttons:...
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English 22 Windows applications. rest your finger on the touchpad on your fingers - Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. dry and clean. Note: By default, vertical ... finger movement; The touchpad is enabled on the second tap and drag the cursor. and your touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse...
English 22 Windows applications. rest your finger on the touchpad on your fingers - Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. dry and clean. Note: By default, vertical ... finger movement; The touchpad is enabled on the second tap and drag the cursor. and your touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse...