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...Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom View 8 Indicators 10 TouchPad Basics 11 Using the Keyboard 12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13... Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System...
...Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom View 8 Indicators 10 TouchPad Basics 11 Using the Keyboard 12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13... Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System...
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...Module 107 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 108 Replacing the Power Board 109 Replacing the Upper Cover 109 Replacing the LCD Module 113 Replacing the Keyboard 118 Replacing the Switch Cover 119 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 119 Replacing the WLAN Module 121 Replacing the DIMM Modules 121 Replacing the...124 Troubleshooting 125 Common Problems 125 Power On Issue 126 No Display Issue 127 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 128 LCD Failure 129 Built-In Keyboard Failure 129 TouchPad Failure 130 Internal Speaker Failure 130 HDD Not Operating Correctly 132 ODD Failure 133 VIII
...Module 107 Replacing the Left Speaker Module 108 Replacing the Power Board 109 Replacing the Upper Cover 109 Replacing the LCD Module 113 Replacing the Keyboard 118 Replacing the Switch Cover 119 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 119 Replacing the WLAN Module 121 Replacing the DIMM Modules 121 Replacing the...124 Troubleshooting 125 Common Problems 125 Power On Issue 126 No Display Issue 127 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 128 LCD Failure 129 Built-In Keyboard Failure 129 TouchPad Failure 130 Internal Speaker Failure 130 HDD Not Operating Correctly 132 ODD Failure 133 VIII
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...mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches) • 2.7 kg (6.0 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Wireless • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N • LAN • Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control •... 48.8 W 4400 mAh • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* Special keys and controls • 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • USB 2.0 ...
...mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches) • 2.7 kg (6.0 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Wireless • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N • LAN • Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready Privacy control •... 48.8 W 4400 mAh • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* Special keys and controls • 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • USB 2.0 ...
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...-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard TouchPad Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Power button Turns... and off . Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer.
...-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speakers Keyboard TouchPad Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Power button Turns... and off . Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer.
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...connect an external keypad. Type the letters in numeric mode. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. When Num Lock is on Type numbers in uppercase. Desired access Number keys...while using cursorcontrol keys. Hold while typing letters on , the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. 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 ...
...connect an external keypad. Type the letters in numeric mode. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. When Num Lock is on Type numbers in uppercase. Desired access Number keys...while using cursorcontrol keys. Hold while typing letters on , the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. 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 ...
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... < > + : Open Ease of Windows 7, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it launches the Start menu. Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
... < > + : Open Ease of Windows 7, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it launches the Start menu. Chapter 1 13 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version. Open a text editor or ....microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of...
Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version. Open a text editor or ....microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1. Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1. Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of...
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... Item Specification Controller ENE KB926 Package Features • Touchpad pointing device Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 ...
... Item Specification Controller ENE KB926 Package Features • Touchpad pointing device Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 ...
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... signal cables from the system. 3. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Main Screw...
... signal cables from the system. 3. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 4. Main Screw...
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... Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to remove the keyboard, you want to be removed during servicing. For example, if you must first remove the switch board. External Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The outside housing...
... Flowchart The flowchart below gives you a graphic representation of the external module disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to remove the keyboard, you want to be removed during servicing. For example, if you must first remove the switch board. External Module Disassembly Process IMPORTANT: The outside housing...
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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 Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ...
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Chapter 3 61 The use of the Keyboard to expose the cutout. Turn the computer over. Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to ...
Chapter 3 61 The use of the Keyboard to expose the cutout. Turn the computer over. Removing the Switch Cover CAUTION: Using metal tools to remove the Switch Cover may cause damage to ...
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Lift the keyboard clear of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the mainboard. 5. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Upper Cover. 3. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4. Turn the keyboard over on page 61. 2. Pry up the centre of the Upper Cover. 62 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1.
Lift the keyboard clear of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the mainboard. 5. Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Upper Cover. 3. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4. Turn the keyboard over on page 61. 2. Pry up the centre of the Upper Cover. 62 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard 1.
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Turn the computer over. Ensure that the cables are free from the cable channel as shown. Chapter 3 63 Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from all cable clips. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Removing the LCD Module 1. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 62. 2.
Turn the computer over. Ensure that the cables are free from the cable channel as shown. Chapter 3 63 Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Remove the Antenna Cables from all cable clips. Remove the two (2) securing screws from the bottom of the chassis. Removing the LCD Module 1. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 62. 2.
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NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the Keyboard in place. 2. Press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. 118 Chapter 3 Replacing the Keyboard 1. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first into the chassis.
NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the Keyboard in place. 2. Press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. 118 Chapter 3 Replacing the Keyboard 1. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first into the chassis.
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...table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to. Chapter 4 125 Verify the symptoms by attempting to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as ...same operation. 3. Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 126 No Display Issue Page 127 LCD Failure Page 129 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 129 TouchPad Failure Page 130 Internal Speaker Failure Page 130 ODD Failure Page 133 WLAN Failure Page 136 Thermal Unit Failure...
...table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to. Chapter 4 125 Verify the symptoms by attempting to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as ...same operation. 3. Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 126 No Display Issue Page 127 LCD Failure Page 129 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 129 TouchPad Failure Page 130 Internal Speaker Failure Page 130 ODD Failure Page 133 WLAN Failure Page 136 Thermal Unit Failure...
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 129 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 4 129 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.
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... Out reset Report that the remote terminal is being disabled Report that the remote terminal is being enabled Keyboard reset USB Keyboard disable Keyboard detection Report that the usb keyboard is being enabled Clear the keyboard buffer Init Keyboard Mouse reset Mouse disable Detect PS2 mouse Report that the mouse is being enabled Peripheral removable media...
... Out reset Report that the remote terminal is being disabled Report that the remote terminal is being enabled Keyboard reset USB Keyboard disable Keyboard detection Report that the usb keyboard is being enabled Clear the keyboard buffer Init Keyboard Mouse reset Mouse disable Detect PS2 mouse Report that the mouse is being enabled Peripheral removable media...
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Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Chapter 5 Item JLVDS1 JP14 JSPK1 JSPK2 JKB1 JTP1 U11 SW4 SW3 Description LCD Connector Power/B Connector Speaker (Left) Connector Speaker (Right) Connector Internal Keyboard Connector Touch Pad Connector South Bridge Touch pad (Left) Button Touch pad (Right) Button Chapter 5 147
Jumper and Connector Locations Top View Chapter 5 Item JLVDS1 JP14 JSPK1 JSPK2 JKB1 JTP1 U11 SW4 SW3 Description LCD Connector Power/B Connector Speaker (Left) Connector Speaker (Right) Connector Internal Keyboard Connector Touch Pad Connector South Bridge Touch pad (Left) Button Touch pad (Right) Button Chapter 5 147
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....006 33.N2802.003 Keyboard 160 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black US International Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Greek Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Arabic Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal... US International w/ Hebrew Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black UK Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black German Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black Swiss/G Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 ...
....006 33.N2802.003 Keyboard 160 Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black US International Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Greek Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 99KS Black Arabic Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal... US International w/ Hebrew Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black UK Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black German Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 Standard 100KS Black Swiss/G Texture Keyboard ACER EM-7Tv2 HM51 Internal 17 ...