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...... The Quick Guide introduces you to be more on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide. If Adobe Reader is available in the Aspire product series. For instructions on how your computer can help you use Adobe ...the series, but not necessarily in the text with setting up your computer. poster helps you get started with language such as Acer's Empowering Technology, using the keyboard, audio, etc. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty ...
...... The Quick Guide introduces you to be more on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide. If Adobe Reader is available in the Aspire product series. For instructions on how your computer can help you use Adobe ...the series, but not necessarily in the text with setting up your computer. poster helps you get started with language such as Acer's Empowering Technology, using the keyboard, audio, etc. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty ...
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Turns the computer on and off. 4 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions ...
Turns the computer on and off. 4 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions ...
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... (6.18 lbs.) with 6 cell battery pack BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 3-pin 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device USB 2.0 port External display (VGA) port Headphones/speaker/line-out jack Microphone-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port DC-in microphone Integrated...
... (6.18 lbs.) with 6 cell battery pack BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 3-pin 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device USB 2.0 port External display (VGA) port Headphones/speaker/line-out jack Microphone-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port DC-in microphone Integrated...
Acer Aspire 5515 Notebook Service Guide
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...Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Your Acer Notebook tour 4 Front View 4 Closed Front View 5 Rear View 5 Left View 6 Right View 7 Bottom View 8 Indicators 9 TouchPad Basics (with fingerprint reader 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows ...Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Key 14 Using the System Utilities 15 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 16 ...
...Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Your Acer Notebook tour 4 Front View 4 Closed Front View 5 Rear View 5 Left View 6 Right View 7 Bottom View 8 Indicators 9 TouchPad Basics (with fingerprint reader 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows ...Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Key 14 Using the System Utilities 15 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 16 ...
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Table of Contents Removing the Keyboard 58 Removing the LCD Module 60 Removing the Upper Cover 64 Removing the TouchPad Mylar Cover 67 Removing the ... the TouchPad Bracket 103 Replacing the TouchPad Mylar Cover 103 Replacing the Upper Case 105 Replacing the LCD Module 106 Replacing the Keyboard 109 Replacing the Switch Cover 110 Replacing the Thermal Module 110 Replacing the CPU Fan Module 112 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ...119 Power On Issue 120 No Display Issue 121 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 122 LCD Failure 123 Built-In Keyboard Failure 123 TouchPad Failure 124 VIII
Table of Contents Removing the Keyboard 58 Removing the LCD Module 60 Removing the Upper Cover 64 Removing the TouchPad Mylar Cover 67 Removing the ... the TouchPad Bracket 103 Replacing the TouchPad Mylar Cover 103 Replacing the Upper Case 105 Replacing the LCD Module 106 Replacing the Keyboard 109 Replacing the Switch Cover 110 Replacing the Thermal Module 110 Replacing the CPU Fan Module 112 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ...119 Power On Issue 120 No Display Issue 121 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 122 LCD Failure 123 Built-In Keyboard Failure 123 TouchPad Failure 124 VIII
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...Integrated webcam Display screen Power button Web camera for video communication (for sound recording. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard Palmrest Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Indicates the status... of wireless LAN communication. Chapter 1 For entering data into your computer. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you use the computer. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...
...Integrated webcam Display screen Power button Web camera for video communication (for sound recording. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard Palmrest Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Indicates the status... of wireless LAN communication. Chapter 1 For entering data into your computer. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you use the computer. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...
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...or down when you need to connect an external keypad. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Chapter 1 11 A better solution would be to do a lot... of the keycaps. Hold while using cursorcontrol keys. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Scroll Lock does not work ...
...or down when you need to connect an external keypad. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Chapter 1 11 A better solution would be to do a lot... of the keycaps. Hold while using cursorcontrol keys. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Scroll Lock does not work ...
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... the Windows Start button; it opens the key application's context menu. 12 Chapter 1 Application This key has the same effect as described. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it launches the Start menu.
... the Windows Start button; it opens the key application's context menu. 12 Chapter 1 Application This key has the same effect as described. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it launches the Start menu.
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...: This function varies by the operating system version. 14 Chapter 1 Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word ... word processor. 2. Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.
...: This function varies by the operating system version. 14 Chapter 1 Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word ... word processor. 2. Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.
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...; 1VP-P • 44.1/48/96/192kHz output • Build-in Speaker • 4CC 1.5W Speaker System Board Major Chips Item Core logic LAN Audio Codec Keyboard Controller • AMD RS690MC (1000MHz HT supported) • AMD SB600 • Integrated VGA solution for RS690MC Realtek RTL8102EL for 10/100 LAN REALTEK ALC268 for...
...; 1VP-P • 44.1/48/96/192kHz output • Build-in Speaker • 4CC 1.5W Speaker System Board Major Chips Item Core logic LAN Audio Codec Keyboard Controller • AMD RS690MC (1000MHz HT supported) • AMD SB600 • Integrated VGA solution for RS690MC Realtek RTL8102EL for 10/100 LAN REALTEK ALC268 for...
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... Minimum: 40/40, Typical: 45/45 Minimum: 10/30, Typical: 20/35 0 to +50 -20 to +60 20 Chapter 1 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 Package configuration LCD 14.1" Item...
... Minimum: 40/40, Typical: 45/45 Minimum: 10/30, Typical: 20/35 0 to +50 -20 to +60 20 Chapter 1 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 Package configuration LCD 14.1" Item...
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... the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part Number M2.5*3 4 86...
... the following stages: • External module disassembly • Main unit disassembly • LCD module disassembly The flowcharts provided in that you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part Number M2.5*3 4 86...
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... produced model. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to remove the main board, you on the components that order. For example, if you want...
... produced model. External Modules Disassembly Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that need to remove the main board, you on the components that order. For example, if you want...
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Rem ove Upper Case Rem ove TouchPad Mylar Cover Rem ove TouchPad Bracket Rem ove TouchPad Rem ove Lower Case Rem ...ove Switch Board Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove Microphone Rem ove CPU Rem ove Speaker Module Screw List Step Keyboard LCD Module Upper Cover TouchPad Bracket Mainboard Speaker Module Screw M2*3 M2.5*10 M2.5*15 M2.5*10 M2.5*6 M2*3 M2*3 M2.5*3 M2.5*6 M2.5*3 Quantity 2 4 2 12...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Rem ove Upper Case Rem ove TouchPad Mylar Cover Rem ove TouchPad Bracket Rem ove TouchPad Rem ove Lower Case Rem ...ove Switch Board Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove Microphone Rem ove CPU Rem ove Speaker Module Screw List Step Keyboard LCD Module Upper Cover TouchPad Bracket Mainboard Speaker Module Screw M2*3 M2.5*10 M2.5*15 M2.5*10 M2.5*6 M2*3 M2*3 M2.5*3 M2.5*6 M2.5*3 Quantity 2 4 2 12...
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Lift the keyboard away from the keyboard as shown. Remove the two securing screws from the chassis as shown. Move the keyboard toward the LCD panel to expose the FFC cable. 58 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1. Step Keyboard Size M2*3 Quantity 2 3. Screw Type 4. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on page 57. 2.
Lift the keyboard away from the keyboard as shown. Remove the two securing screws from the chassis as shown. Move the keyboard toward the LCD panel to expose the FFC cable. 58 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1. Step Keyboard Size M2*3 Quantity 2 3. Screw Type 4. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on page 57. 2.
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Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis. Chapter 3 59 Open the cable retainer and disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard. 6. 5.
Lift the keyboard clear of the chassis. Chapter 3 59 Open the cable retainer and disconnect the FFC cable from the mainboard. 6. 5.
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Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the two securing screws from the cable channel as shown. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*10 Quantity 2 4. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 58. 3. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 44. 2. Screw Type 60 Chapter 3 Remove the Antenna Cables from the bottom of the chassis.
Removing the LCD Module 1. Remove the two securing screws from the cable channel as shown. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*10 Quantity 2 4. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 58. 3. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 44. 2. Screw Type 60 Chapter 3 Remove the Antenna Cables from the bottom of the chassis.
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Replace the two securing screws. Reconnect keyboard FFC to 3. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Slide the keyboard away from the LCD screen to the mainboard, and secure the locking latch. 2. engage the securing tabs on the keyboard. Chapter 3 109
Replace the two securing screws. Reconnect keyboard FFC to 3. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Slide the keyboard away from the LCD screen to the mainboard, and secure the locking latch. 2. engage the securing tabs on the keyboard. Chapter 3 109
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...possible. 2. Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 120 No Display Issue Page 121 LCD Failure Page 123 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 123 TouchPad Failure Page 124 Internal Speaker Failure Page 124 Internal Microphone Failure Page 126 ODD Failure Page 128 Modem ...Page 132 Other Functions Failure Page 133 Intermittent Failures Page 134 Undermined Failures Page 134 4. Verify the symptoms by attempting to . Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. If the Issue is still not resolved,...
...possible. 2. Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 120 No Display Issue Page 121 LCD Failure Page 123 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 123 TouchPad Failure Page 124 Internal Speaker Failure Page 124 Internal Microphone Failure Page 126 ODD Failure Page 128 Modem ...Page 132 Other Functions Failure Page 133 Intermittent Failures Page 134 Undermined Failures Page 134 4. Verify the symptoms by attempting to . Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. If the Issue is still not resolved,...
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 123 Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 123 Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.