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... Increases the screen brightness. Closed front view # Item Description 1 Power1 Indicates the computer's power status. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 2 5-in... Description Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. Only one card can operate at any given time. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up.
... Increases the screen brightness. Closed front view # Item Description 1 Power1 Indicates the computer's power status. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 2 5-in... Description Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. Only one card can operate at any given time. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up.
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use.
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Wake-on-LAN ready 372.3 (W) x 246.5 (D) x 26.8/39.6 (H) mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches) 2.7 kg (6.0 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 ENERGY STAR®* 99-/100-/103-key keyboard ...
Wake-on-LAN ready 372.3 (W) x 246.5 (D) x 26.8/39.6 (H) mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches) 2.7 kg (6.0 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 ENERGY STAR®* 99-/100-/103-key keyboard ...
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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...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 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot 31 ... Requirements 41 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the SD Dummy Card 45 Removing the Lower Covers 46 Removing the Optical Drive Module 47 Removing the ...
...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 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot 31 ... Requirements 41 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the SD Dummy Card 45 Removing the Lower Covers 46 Removing the Optical Drive Module 47 Removing the ...
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...Removing the Left Speaker Module 66 Removing the Right Speaker Module 68 Removing the TouchPad Bracket 70 Removing the Mainboard 72 Removing the RTC Battery 73 Removing the Thermal Module 74 Removing the CPU Fan 76 Removing the CPU 78 LCD Module Disassembly Process 79 LCD Module Disassembly ...116 Replacing the DIMM Modules 116 Replacing the ODD Module 117 Replacing the Lower Covers 117 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 118 Replacing the Battery 119 Troubleshooting 121 Common Problems 121 Power On Issue 122 No Display Issue 123 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 124 LCD Failure 125 ...
...Removing the Left Speaker Module 66 Removing the Right Speaker Module 68 Removing the TouchPad Bracket 70 Removing the Mainboard 72 Removing the RTC Battery 73 Removing the Thermal Module 74 Removing the CPU Fan 76 Removing the CPU 78 LCD Module Disassembly Process 79 LCD Module Disassembly ...116 Replacing the DIMM Modules 116 Replacing the ODD Module 117 Replacing the Lower Covers 117 Replacing the SD Dummy Card 118 Replacing the Battery 119 Troubleshooting 121 Common Problems 121 Power On Issue 122 No Display Issue 123 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 124 LCD Failure 125 ...
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...Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication • Wireless • 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot • ... control • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • 65W • Universal jack for adapter • Battery: 6-cell AS2009A Special keys and controls • 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Supports Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version • Support ...
...Dimensions and Weight • 372.3mm x 246.5mm x 26.8mm/40.6mm with ID • Weight < than 3100g (15.6" LCD/6-cell battery/super-multi ODD) Communication • Wireless • 802.11b/g/n WLAN/WiMax • Mini PCIE Wireless LAN module with with mini card slot • ... control • BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • 65W • Universal jack for adapter • Battery: 6-cell AS2009A Special keys and controls • 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Supports Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version • Support ...
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...remove/install the card. NOTE: 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is charging. 2. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Num Lock Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is active. Charging...: The light shows amber when the battery is closed 6 Chapter 1 Closed Front View 1 2 No. 1 Icon Item Power1 Description Indicates the computer's power status. Only one card ...
...remove/install the card. NOTE: 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is charging. 2. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Num Lock Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is active. Charging...: The light shows amber when the battery is closed 6 Chapter 1 Closed Front View 1 2 No. 1 Icon Item Power1 Description Indicates the computer's power status. Only one card ...
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... to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off . Chapter 1 Releases the battery for removal. Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Bottom View 1 2 6 3 5 4 No. 1 2 8 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is active. accepts CDs or DVDs...
... to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off . Chapter 1 Releases the battery for removal. Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Bottom View 1 2 6 3 5 4 No. 1 2 8 Icon Item Battery bay Battery release latch Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is active. accepts CDs or DVDs...
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Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the fan opening. No. 3 4 5 5 Icon Item Battery lock Hard disk bay Memory compartment Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
Houses the computer's main memory. Chapter 1 9 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the fan opening. No. 3 4 5 5 Icon Item Battery lock Hard disk bay Memory compartment Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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Battery HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 10 Chapter 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active. Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators.
Battery HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 10 Chapter 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active. Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators.
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... & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model ...
... & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell SANYO/SONY/PANASONIC/SIMPLO AS2009A Li-ion 4400 mAh 2.2 Ah 3S2P LCD 15.6" Item Vendor/model ...
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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... of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Fellow the steps below to the bootable diskette. 3. Use the Phlash utility...
... of system programs • New features or options • Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Fellow the steps below to the bootable diskette. 3. Use the Phlash utility...
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... example, if you want to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the...
... example, if you want to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the...
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... example, if you must first remove the switch board. External Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from system Rem ove Battery Rem ove Dummy Card Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove ODD Rem ove DIMMs Screw List Step Lower Covers ODD Module WLAN Module HDD Carrier...
... example, if you must first remove the switch board. External Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The outside housing and color may vary from system Rem ove Battery Rem ove Dummy Card Rem ove Lower Covers Rem ove ODD Rem ove DIMMs Screw List Step Lower Covers ODD Module WLAN Module HDD Carrier...
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Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 44 Chapter 3 Slide the battery lock in the direction shown. 2. Turn computer over. Removing the Battery Pack 1.
Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position (1), then lift out the battery pack from the main unit (2). 2 1 44 Chapter 3 Slide the battery lock in the direction shown. 2. Turn computer over. Removing the Battery Pack 1.
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Removing the Lower Covers 1. Quantity 3 Screw Type 4. Remove the HDD cover as shown. Carefully open the Memory Cover. 46 Chapter 3 Memory Cover HDD Cover Step Lower Covers Size M2.5*8 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Remove the three screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers.
Removing the Lower Covers 1. Quantity 3 Screw Type 4. Remove the HDD cover as shown. Carefully open the Memory Cover. 46 Chapter 3 Memory Cover HDD Cover Step Lower Covers Size M2.5*8 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Remove the three screws securing the Memory and HDD Covers.
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See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis. Chapter 3 47 Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Removing the Optical Drive Module 1.
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 2. Insert a suitable tool into the access slot in the battery bay as shown. Pull the optical drive module out from the chassis. Chapter 3 47 Gently lever the ODD module out of the chassis. 4. Step ODD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 1 Screw Type 3. Remove the screw securing the ODD module. Removing the Optical Drive Module 1.
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... ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove CPU Screw List Step LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Power Board Left...
... ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ove TouchPad Bracket Lower Cover Rem ove Mainboard Rem ove RTC Battery Rem ove Thermal Module Rem ove CPU Fan Rem ove CPU Screw List Step LCD Module LCD Module Upper Cover Upper Cover Power Board Left...
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... * keys on page 44. 2. Work along the Switch Cover toward the left hinge, gently prying up the cover as shown. 4. Chapter 3 55 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the right side of the computer. Insert a suitable plastic tool (or finger) and pry the Switch Cover upward, away from the Upper Cover...
... * keys on page 44. 2. Work along the Switch Cover toward the left hinge, gently prying up the cover as shown. 4. Chapter 3 55 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the right side of the computer. Insert a suitable plastic tool (or finger) and pry the Switch Cover upward, away from the Upper Cover...
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Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT:Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the connections shown. Chapter 3 73 To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the Mainboard.
Removing the RTC Battery IMPORTANT:Follow local regulations for disposal of all batteries. The RTC Battery is soldered to the connections shown. Chapter 3 73 To replace the battery, solder the new battery to the Mainboard.