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...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...Utility 33 WinFlash Utility 35 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 36 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 Disassembly Requirements 41 General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process ...42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the Lower Covers 44 Removing the Optical Drive Module 46 ...
...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...Utility 33 WinFlash Utility 35 Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities 36 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 Disassembly Requirements 41 General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process ...42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the Lower Covers 44 Removing the Optical Drive Module 46 ...
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... 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 Module 112 Replacing the WLAN Module 114 Replacing the DIMM Modules 114 Replacing the ODD Module 115 Replacing the Lower Covers 116 Replacing the Battery 117 Troubleshooting 119 Common...
... 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 Module 112 Replacing the WLAN Module 114 Replacing the DIMM Modules 114 Replacing the ODD Module 115 Replacing the Lower Covers 116 Replacing the Battery 117 Troubleshooting 119 Common...
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Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2 1 Chapter 3 117
Replacing the Battery 1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), insert the battery pack and press down (2). 2 1 Chapter 3 117
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...least one of the following occurs: • Fans start up • Status LEDs light up If there is done by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on ...model). Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Remove any stored power by pressing Fn+F5. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one until the failure point is ...
...least one of the following occurs: • Fans start up • Status LEDs light up If there is done by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on ...model). Reference Product pages for 10 seconds. Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Remove any stored power by pressing Fn+F5. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one until the failure point is ...
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... for instructions on page 42. 3. If desktop display resolution is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. e. If the computer is not normal, right-click on page 163. Replace the Motherboard. 6. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at ... the problem. 1. If HDD information is faulty and should be replaced. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same locations on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is properly installed...
... for instructions on page 42. 3. If desktop display resolution is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. e. If the computer is not normal, right-click on page 163. Replace the Motherboard. 6. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at ... the problem. 1. If HDD information is faulty and should be replaced. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same locations on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is properly installed...
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If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 9. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. ... Event Viewer to determine that: • The device is properly installed. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Remove and reinstall...
If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 9. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. ... Event Viewer to determine that: • The device is properly installed. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: External Mouse Failure If an external Mouse fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Remove and reinstall...
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... at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: • System board • LCD assembly 134 Chapter 4 NOTE: Verify that all of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM...
... at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: • System board • LCD assembly 134 Chapter 4 NOTE: Verify that all of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM...
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A AFLASH Utility 32 Antennas 87 B Battery Pack 44 BIOS password control 16 ROM size 16 ROM type 16 vendor 16 Version 16 BIOS Supports protocol 16 BIOS Utility 21-32 Advanced ... 49 Display 3 display hotkeys 13 Index E EasyTouch Failure 132 Euro 14 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 43 F Features 1 Flash Utility 32 FPC Cable 82 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 145 H Hard Disk Drive Module 52 HDTV Switch Failure 132 Hibernation mode hotkey 13 Hot Keys 11 I Indicators 9 Intermittent Problems 134 Internal Microphone...
A AFLASH Utility 32 Antennas 87 B Battery Pack 44 BIOS password control 16 ROM size 16 ROM type 16 vendor 16 Version 16 BIOS Supports protocol 16 BIOS Utility 21-32 Advanced ... 49 Display 3 display hotkeys 13 Index E EasyTouch Failure 132 Euro 14 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 43 F Features 1 Flash Utility 32 FPC Cable 82 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 145 H Hard Disk Drive Module 52 HDTV Switch Failure 132 Hibernation mode hotkey 13 Hot Keys 11 I Indicators 9 Intermittent Problems 134 Internal Microphone...