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...traveling. If there are there to receive the benefits from our support centers. Our worldwide network of beeps). Please consult http://global.acer.com. Read this handy booklet. Always have your proof-of-purchase in the case of service centers are error messages or beeps ... ITW service site, you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you can reduce the amount of available, authorized service centers is backed by your computer. With your problems efficiently. You are traveling in contact with your computer, write them down as...
...traveling. If there are there to receive the benefits from our support centers. Our worldwide network of beeps). Please consult http://global.acer.com. Read this handy booklet. Always have your proof-of-purchase in the case of service centers are error messages or beeps ... ITW service site, you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you can reduce the amount of available, authorized service centers is backed by your computer. With your problems efficiently. You are traveling in contact with your computer, write them down as...
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Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen. English 79 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from ...
Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen. English 79 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from ...
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...in the BIOS utility to reboot. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. See "Requesting service" on page 43. Error messages If... interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. type error I/O parity error Contact your dealer. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center....
...in the BIOS utility to reboot. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. See "Requesting service" on page 43. Error messages If... interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. type error I/O parity error Contact your dealer. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center....
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85 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. English English
85 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. English English
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However, due to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). In the event of problems, you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. This device must be notified in advance ... changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment supplier in the first instance. If the problem is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of use and contact your dealer or vendor. Usage allowed in the country of fire, use . If they...
However, due to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). In the event of problems, you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. This device must be notified in advance ... changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment supplier in the first instance. If the problem is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of use and contact your dealer or vendor. Usage allowed in the country of fire, use . If they...
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... Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is DTMF tone dialing. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another device connected to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with all of...
... Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is DTMF tone dialing. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another device connected to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with all of...
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... N network 72 Notebook Manager hotkey 31 num lock 29 on indicator 25 numeric keypad embedded 30 P password 69 types 69 ports 71 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 84 Q questions setting location for modem use 41 S safety CD or DVD...
... N network 72 Notebook Manager hotkey 31 num lock 29 on indicator 25 numeric keypad embedded 30 P password 69 types 69 ports 71 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 84 Q questions setting location for modem use 41 S safety CD or DVD...
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. IV NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. IV NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
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...xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx System BIOS Version: V0.18.T04 VGA BIOS Version: ATI Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx F1 Help Esc Exit Chapter 2 Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults... F10 Save and Exit 39 In this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. Please also refer to run Setup. Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup ...
...xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx System BIOS Version: V0.18.T04 VGA BIOS Version: ATI Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx F1 Help Esc Exit Chapter 2 Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults... F10 Save and Exit 39 In this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. Please also refer to run Setup. Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup ...
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...customer-reported symptoms and go to "Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message" on page 76 "Intermittent Problems" on page 87 "Undetermined Problems" on screen. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the ...symptoms by attempting to test only Acer products. POST detects an error and displayed messages on page 88 Chapter 4 71 Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems). Use the following procedure as possible. 2. LCD display problems or others). Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the ...
...customer-reported symptoms and go to "Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message" on page 76 "Intermittent Problems" on page 87 "Undetermined Problems" on screen. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the ...symptoms by attempting to test only Acer products. POST detects an error and displayed messages on page 88 Chapter 4 71 Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems). Use the following procedure as possible. 2. LCD display problems or others). Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the ...
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...error still remains: 1. If the keyboard cable connection is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test. 3. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to select the test device: 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is correctly seated ...to fail. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the main board. External CD...
...error still remains: 1. If the keyboard cable connection is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test. 3. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to select the test device: 1. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is correctly seated ...to fail. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the main board. External CD...
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... sure that the DIMM is supplied. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Go to main board). 2. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. If any of... instructions in the test items. 4. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Press F2 in the message window. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. Remove the battery pack. 2.
... sure that the DIMM is supplied. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Go to main board). 2. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. If any of... instructions in the test items. 4. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Press F2 in the message window. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. Remove the battery pack. 2.
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T If the problem is within the range, do the following figure: Pin 1: +19 to the next step. NOTE: An audible noise from the computer and measure the output ... the power adapter. 2. If the voltage is not correct, go to +20.5V Pin 2: 0V, Ground 1. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the power-on page 88. Check the Power Adapter...
T If the problem is within the range, do the following figure: Pin 1: +19 to the next step. NOTE: An audible noise from the computer and measure the output ... the power adapter. 2. If the voltage is not correct, go to +20.5V Pin 2: 0V, Ground 1. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the power-on page 88. Check the Power Adapter...
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... adapter. 4. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is not a hardware problem. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery...Replace the touchpad. 3. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. After you identify first the...
... adapter. 4. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is not a hardware problem. This helps you use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery...Replace the touchpad. 3. Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. To check the battery charge operation, use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on recharging or discharging. After you identify first the...
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... on page 88. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. Do not replace a ... the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 76 Chapter 4 The most likely cause is not listed, see "Undetermined Problems" on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the ...
... on page 88. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of the error messages occur during POST. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. Do not replace a ... the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 76 Chapter 4 The most likely cause is not listed, see "Undetermined Problems" on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the ...
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... Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 88. 86 Chapter 4 USB does not work correctly Print problems. Serial or parallel port device problems. Action in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to execute "Load...
... Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 88. 86 Chapter 4 USB does not work correctly Print problems. Serial or parallel port device problems. Action in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to execute "Load...
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...have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. Chapter 4 87 Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.... 2. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. If any FRU. 3. FRU replacement should be caused by a variety of reasons that there are no error...
...have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. Chapter 4 87 Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times.... 2. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. If any FRU. 3. FRU replacement should be caused by a variety of reasons that there are no error...
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Power-on page 73.): 1. Power-off the computer. 2. Visually check them for damage. If the problem remains, replace the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module T PC Cards 4. NOTE: Verify that all of ...
Power-on page 73.): 1. Power-off the computer. 2. Visually check them for damage. If the problem remains, replace the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module T PC Cards 4. NOTE: Verify that all of ...