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...errors, etc.) contained in the space provided below. Other companies' product names or trademarks are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Acer Incorporated. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in this publication without the prior...merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Aspire 5515 Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 12/2008 This company makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of such revisions or...
...errors, etc.) contained in the space provided below. Other companies' product names or trademarks are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Acer Incorporated. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in this publication without the prior...merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Aspire 5515 Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 12/2008 This company makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of such revisions or...
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10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • System memory • • Display • Graphics • Storage • subsystem • Audio • • • • Communication ...
10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • System memory • • Display • Graphics • Storage • subsystem • Audio • • • • Communication ...
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The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. English 11 Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Note: * Only for reference only. Note: The specifications listed above are for certain models.
The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. English 11 Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Note: * Only for reference only. Note: The specifications listed above are for certain models.
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...fitness for any particular purpose. No part of this manual is sold or licensed "as is a registered trademark of Acer Incorporated. Should the programs prove defective following their respective holders. All rights reserved. Pentium and Pentium II/III are ... or implied, with respect to change without the prior written permission of Acer Corporation. Intel is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of Intel Corporation. Acer is ". Any Acer Incorporated software described in this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, ...
...fitness for any particular purpose. No part of this manual is sold or licensed "as is a registered trademark of Acer Incorporated. Should the programs prove defective following their respective holders. All rights reserved. Pentium and Pentium II/III are ... or implied, with respect to change without the prior written permission of Acer Corporation. Intel is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of Intel Corporation. Acer is ". Any Acer Incorporated software described in this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, ...
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Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. IV Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. IV Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
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Table of Contents System 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 ...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 System Utilities 21 BIOS Setup Utility 21 Navigating the BIOS Utility 21 Information 22 Main 23 Advanced 24 ...
Table of Contents System 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 ...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 System Utilities 21 BIOS Setup Utility 21 Navigating the BIOS Utility 21 Information 22 Main 23 Advanced 24 ...
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System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • System Memory • Display and graphics • Storage subsystem • Audio • Dimensions and Weight • Communication • Privacy control • Power subsystem • Special keys and controls • Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1
System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • System Memory • Display and graphics • Storage subsystem • Audio • Dimensions and Weight • Communication • Privacy control • Power subsystem • Special keys and controls • Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1
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... as clicking the right mouse button; 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.
... as clicking the right mouse button; 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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... Configurations Processor CPU type Item Core Logic CPU Package Specification AMD Desktop Athlon, Socket AM2, 512KB catch, HyperTransport I/F up to 1000 MHz • AMD RS690MC • AMD SB600 AM2 PGA-940 CPU Fan True Value ... Spec (dBA) • BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size Supported protocols BIOS password control Specification PhoenixBIOS V0.08 Flash 1 MB • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control •...
... Configurations Processor CPU type Item Core Logic CPU Package Specification AMD Desktop Athlon, Socket AM2, 512KB catch, HyperTransport I/F up to 1000 MHz • AMD RS690MC • AMD SB600 AM2 PGA-940 CPU Fan True Value ... Spec (dBA) • BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size Supported protocols BIOS password control Specification PhoenixBIOS V0.08 Flash 1 MB • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control •...
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... RTL8102EL for 10/100 LAN Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type RJ-45 LAN connector location Left side Features Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Specification Chipset Data throughput Protocol Chapter 1 17 On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. System Memory Item...Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Cache Features Specification On Board 0 MB 2 2 GB 4 GB DDR SODIMM DDR II 667/800 SDRAM +1.8V 512KB cache on CPU Adjustable 64/128/...
... RTL8102EL for 10/100 LAN Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type RJ-45 LAN connector location Left side Features Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Specification Chipset Data throughput Protocol Chapter 1 17 On above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. System Memory Item...Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Cache Features Specification On Board 0 MB 2 2 GB 4 GB DDR SODIMM DDR II 667/800 SDRAM +1.8V 512KB cache on CPU Adjustable 64/128/...
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... (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance Specification Specification Seagate Momentus 5400.4 SATA ST9250827AS ST9160827AS 250 160 512 4 3 ST9120817AS 120 2 2 2 1 5,400 8MB SATA 778 58 300 5V(DC) +/- 5% Item Specification Vendor Seagate Momentus 5400.5 SATA Model Name ST9320320AS ST9250320AS...per sector 512 Data heads 4 4 or 3 2 Drive Format Disks 2 or 1 2 1 Spindle speed (RPM) 5,400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate 352 (Mbits/sec max) I/O data transfer rate 150 (Mbytes/sec max) DC ...
... (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance Specification Specification Seagate Momentus 5400.4 SATA ST9250827AS ST9160827AS 250 160 512 4 3 ST9120817AS 120 2 2 2 1 5,400 8MB SATA 778 58 300 5V(DC) +/- 5% Item Specification Vendor Seagate Momentus 5400.5 SATA Model Name ST9320320AS ST9250320AS...per sector 512 Data heads 4 4 or 3 2 Drive Format Disks 2 or 1 2 1 Spindle speed (RPM) 5,400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer rate 352 (Mbits/sec max) I/O data transfer rate 150 (Mbytes/sec max) DC ...
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... & model name HLDS/GSA-T50N, Philips DS-8A2S, Sony/AD-7560S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer... Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open) Tact SW (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller REALTEK ALC268 for High Definition Audio Codec Mono or Stereo Stereo Compatibility • MIC IN • AC-coupled input,100mVP-P maximum • Headphone...
... & model name HLDS/GSA-T50N, Philips DS-8A2S, Sony/AD-7560S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: Max 3.5 Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10 Mbytes/sec Buffer... Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open) Tact SW (Open) Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller REALTEK ALC268 for High Definition Audio Codec Mono or Stereo Stereo Compatibility • MIC IN • AC-coupled input,100mVP-P maximum • Headphone...
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...) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping) ENE KB926 87 Yes Yes Specification Specification SIMPLO Li-ion Specification LG.Philips/LP141WX3, AUO/B141EW04 V4, Chimei/N141I3 - Vertical Stripe Transmissive mode, normally white 200 cd/m2(Typ.5 point) 1.3 max. 300 minimum 16...
...) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping) ENE KB926 87 Yes Yes Specification Specification SIMPLO Li-ion Specification LG.Philips/LP141WX3, AUO/B141EW04 V4, Chimei/N141I3 - Vertical Stripe Transmissive mode, normally white 200 cd/m2(Typ.5 point) 1.3 max. 300 minimum 16...
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... system information is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to different models. Navigating the BIOS Utility There are found in the Item Specific Help part of a parameter if it is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is subject to run...
... system information is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to different models. Navigating the BIOS Utility There are found in the Item Specific Help part of a parameter if it is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Your computer is subject to run...
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... Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot [17:02:07] [09/09/2008] 633 KB 1789 MB [256MB] Exit Item Specific Help , , or selects field. The table below describes the parameters in which the SATA controller should operate. Displays the logo screen while booting.
... Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot [17:02:07] [09/09/2008] 633 KB 1789 MB [256MB] Exit Item Specific Help , , or selects field. The table below describes the parameters in which the SATA controller should operate. Displays the logo screen while booting.
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... Display Configuration XAdvanced Chipset Control PS/2 Mouse IDE Controller: On chip SATA SATA Mode: SATA Smbus Interface [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [IDE AHCI] [Enabled] Exit Item Specific Help Additional setup menus to configure the various advanced BIOS options. Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to configure PCI devices USB Host Controller...
... Display Configuration XAdvanced Chipset Control PS/2 Mouse IDE Controller: On chip SATA SATA Mode: SATA Smbus Interface [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [IDE AHCI] [Enabled] Exit Item Specific Help Additional setup menus to configure the various advanced BIOS options. Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to configure PCI devices USB Host Controller...
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... Password Is User Password Is HDD 0 Password Is Clear Clear Clear Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD 0 Password [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password controls access to change the value of the hard disk password. Settings in boldface are prompted to enter a password, you may have...
... Password Is User Password Is HDD 0 Password Is Clear Clear Clear Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD 0 Password [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password controls access to change the value of the hard disk password. Settings in boldface are prompted to enter a password, you may have...
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... Cool 'n' Quiet CPU power management. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Enable Cool 'n' Quiet: C State Confiuration [Enabled] [C2 and C3] Exit Item Specific Help Enable Cool 'n' Quiet for CPU power management. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Chapter 2 29 Option Option: Enabled or Disabled...
... Cool 'n' Quiet CPU power management. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Enable Cool 'n' Quiet: C State Confiuration [Enabled] [C2 and C3] Exit Item Specific Help Enable Cool 'n' Quiet for CPU power management. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Chapter 2 29 Option Option: Enabled or Disabled...
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... FDD : 6. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Boot priority order: 1. IDE1 : HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT10N-(S3) 3. USB CD/DVD ROM : Exit Item Specific Help Use or to select a device, then press to move it up the list, or to escape the menu. Network Boot : Realtek Boot Agent 4. F1...
... FDD : 6. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Boot priority order: 1. IDE1 : HL-DT-STDVDRAM GT10N-(S3) 3. USB CD/DVD ROM : Exit Item Specific Help Use or to select a device, then press to move it up the list, or to escape the menu. Network Boot : Realtek Boot Agent 4. F1...
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... CMOS. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Exit Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. F1 Help Esc Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change...
... CMOS. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Exit Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. F1 Help Esc Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change...