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Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. Chapter 1 13 Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up. They are visible even when the computer cover is charging. 2. The front panel indicators are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth and Acer Empowering Technology. These buttons are application buttons. Easy-Launch Buttons Located beside the keyboard are called easy-launch buttons.
Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. Chapter 1 13 Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up. They are visible even when the computer cover is charging. 2. The front panel indicators are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth and Acer Empowering Technology. These buttons are application buttons. Easy-Launch Buttons Located beside the keyboard are called easy-launch buttons.
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... You must set the Empowering Technology password: 1 Launch Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Click the Restore tab. 3 Click Password settings. Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for selected models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up . 4 Click Create a new...the following handy utilities: • Acer eAudio Management allows you to access frequently used functions and manage your system. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords ...
... You must set the Empowering Technology password: 1 Launch Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Click the Restore tab. 3 Click Password settings. Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for selected models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up . 4 Click Create a new...the following handy utilities: • Acer eAudio Management allows you to access frequently used functions and manage your system. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords ...
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... turn the following functions on buttons to a new power profile. 3. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the upper right side of the Acer eAudio Management window. To access this profile is "Maximum Performance." Select ...define up to three of your power management options. DC Mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-defined profiles - Click "Save as desired. 2. Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for Adapter or Battery mode, then click OK. 5. You can adjust CPU speed,...
... turn the following functions on buttons to a new power profile. 3. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the upper right side of the Acer eAudio Management window. To access this profile is "Maximum Performance." Select ...define up to three of your power management options. DC Mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-defined profiles - Click "Save as desired. 2. Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for Adapter or Battery mode, then click OK. 5. You can adjust CPU speed,...
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... Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Specification BATTERY PACK SANYO LI-ION 8 CELL2.4, 4800MAH BATTRY PACK SONY LI-ION 8CELL2.4, 4800MAH Li-ion 4800 mAH 8 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel 14.8V ...
... Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage Specification BATTERY PACK SANYO LI-ION 8 CELL2.4, 4800MAH BATTRY PACK SONY LI-ION 8CELL2.4, 4800MAH Li-ion 4800 mAH 8 4 cells in series, 2 series in parallel 14.8V ...
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... Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
... Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely loaded. Use the Phlash utility to finish BIOS flash, you run the Phlash. 1. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
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Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. 62 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power 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. 62 Chapter 3 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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Release the battery. 2. Chapter 3 65 Slide the battery latch then remove the battery. Removing the Battery Pack 1.
Release the battery. 2. Chapter 3 65 Slide the battery latch then remove the battery. Removing the Battery Pack 1.
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...the screen, or hang the system. 1. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on page 83 Chapter 4 81 Remove the battery pack. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. A loose connection can cause an ... doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following power sources: 1. NOTE: Make sure that power is supplied by the battery pack. then check that the DIMM is supplied. 3. Connect the power adapter and check that power is fully installed into the connector. ...
...the screen, or hang the system. 1. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on page 83 Chapter 4 81 Remove the battery pack. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. A loose connection can cause an ... doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following power sources: 1. NOTE: Make sure that power is supplied by the battery pack. then check that the DIMM is supplied. 3. Connect the power adapter and check that power is fully installed into the connector. ...
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... measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter for correct continuity and installation. 4. If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 83. 82 Chapter 4 If the power-on page 96.
... measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter for correct continuity and installation. 4. If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 83. 82 Chapter 4 If the power-on page 96.
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... charge indicator still does not light up , replace the DC/DC charger board. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for a short time. This...are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of the total power remaining when installed in control Panel 2. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. Check out the Power Management in the computer. See the ...
... charge indicator still does not light up , replace the DC/DC charger board. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for a short time. This...are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of the total power remaining when installed in control Panel 2. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. Check out the Power Management in the computer. See the ...
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...match CMOS - IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will show message. Keyboard locked - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard...will shut down system, no message will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 80. System CMOS checksum bad - Index of...
...match CMOS - IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will show message. Keyboard locked - Replace and run Setup Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Failure Fixed Disk Reconnect hard...will shut down system, no message will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn DIMM System board System battery is specified. Keyboard Controller Failed see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 80. System CMOS checksum bad - Index of...
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... error Incorrect Drive A type - DIMM System board Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board DIMM BIOS ROM System board None BIOS ROM System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility See "External Diskette ...Utility System board System board DIMM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Error Message List Error Messages Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete -...
... error Incorrect Drive A type - DIMM System board Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board DIMM BIOS ROM System board None BIOS ROM System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility See "External Diskette ...Utility System board System board DIMM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Error Message List Error Messages Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete -...
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... blank. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Speaker System board Chapter 4 87 System board. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Power source (battery pack and power adapter). LED board. Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on an...
... blank. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Speaker System board Chapter 4 87 System board. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Power source (battery pack and power adapter). LED board. Error Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on an...
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... LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 81. Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds... down during operation The system doesn't power-on page 81. See "Power System Check" on . Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Reconnect the LCD connectors. Action in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD ...
... LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on page 81. Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds... down during operation The system doesn't power-on page 81. See "Power System Check" on . Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Reconnect the LCD connectors. Action in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD ...
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... enters hibernation mode. Action in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 45. Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can't be charged Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 45. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" ...on page 83. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is from the computer. Action in...
... enters hibernation mode. Action in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 45. Power-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Battery can't be charged Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 45. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" ...on page 83. Battery pack System board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is from the computer. Action in...
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... disk/CD-ROM drives. Touchpad does not work . Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Keyboard System board Reconnect touchpad cable. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms ... combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently. External display does not work correctly. Onboard Devices Configuration Run printer self-test. Power...
... disk/CD-ROM drives. Touchpad does not work . Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Keyboard System board Reconnect touchpad cable. Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms ... combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently. External display does not work correctly. Onboard Devices Configuration Run printer self-test. Power...
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... of the failure is inoperative. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at the time of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module PC Cards 4. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are...
... of the failure is inoperative. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at the time of the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module PC Cards 4. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are...
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...6CELL SANYO AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BT.00603.042 BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL SONY AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL PANASONIC AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL SIMPLO AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SANYO AS-2007B 4S2P 4800MAH BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SONY AS-2007B 4S2P 4800MAH... BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL PANASONIC AS-2007B 4S2P 4800MAH BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SIMPLO ...
...6CELL SANYO AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BT.00603.042 BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL SONY AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL PANASONIC AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BATTERY LI-ION 6CELL SIMPLO AS-2007B 3S2P 4400MAH BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SANYO AS-2007B 4S2P 4800MAH BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SONY AS-2007B 4S2P 4800MAH... BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL PANASONIC AS-2007B 4S2P 4800MAH BATTERY LI-ION 8CELL SIMPLO ...
User Guide
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... this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. This product should never be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are...outlet. If power strips are provided for details. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the marking label. The overall system load must not be operated from overheating. Warning! These ...
... this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. This product should never be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are...outlet. If power strips are provided for details. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the marking label. The overall system load must not be operated from overheating. Warning! These ...
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... as opening or removing covers may expose you to temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. The battery can be charged and If you come into the product • the product was exposed to replace the power cord set . Guidelines for...the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. The full performance of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product. • Use the ...
... as opening or removing covers may expose you to temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. The battery can be charged and If you come into the product • the product was exposed to replace the power cord set . Guidelines for...the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. The full performance of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product. • Use the ...