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...Up to 2GB of DDR2 533/677 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) Display and graphics T 17" WXGA+ high-brightness Acer CrystalBriteTM TFT LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 6 lamps T 16 ms typical of the computer's many ... technology, NVIDIA® PowerMizerTM 6.0 and PCI Express® T Dual independent display T 16.2 million colors T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support T Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio T Intel® High Definition audio support T Two built-in...
...Up to 2GB of DDR2 533/677 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) Display and graphics T 17" WXGA+ high-brightness Acer CrystalBriteTM TFT LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 6 lamps T 16 ms typical of the computer's many ... technology, NVIDIA® PowerMizerTM 6.0 and PCI Express® T Dual independent display T 16.2 million colors T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support T Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio T Intel® High Definition audio support T Two built-in...
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...® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) T WLAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965ABGN network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g/n) Wi-Fi® CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology I/O Ports T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T PCI Express Card slot (54mm type) 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB... 2.0 ports IEEE 1394 port Microsoft MCE infrared (MIR) port External display (VGA) port DVI-D port (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port RF-in port (for selected models) AV-in jack for...
...® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) T WLAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965ABGN network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g/n) Wi-Fi® CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology I/O Ports T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T PCI Express Card slot (54mm type) 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB... 2.0 ports IEEE 1394 port Microsoft MCE infrared (MIR) port External display (VGA) port DVI-D port (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port RF-in port (for selected models) AV-in jack for...
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... indicators Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. The left and right buttons function like the left and right) Microphone Display screen Empowering button Speaker Palmrest Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to audio line-out devices (e.g., line-out jack... with infrared devices (e.g. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. support 6 LCD display latch Secures the LCD display in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 5 Headphones/speaker/ Connects to show the status of the...
... indicators Click buttons (left and right mouse buttons. The left and right buttons function like the left and right) Microphone Display screen Empowering button Speaker Palmrest Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to audio line-out devices (e.g., line-out jack... with infrared devices (e.g. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. support 6 LCD display latch Secures the LCD display in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 5 Headphones/speaker/ Connects to show the status of the...
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... 2 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 S-video/TV-out (NTSC/ Connects to a television or display device PAL) port with S-video input. 7 4-pin IEEE 1394 port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- Chapter 1 9 Left View # ...Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 2 External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). 3 DVI DVI-D port Supports digital video connections. 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to...
... 2 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 S-video/TV-out (NTSC/ Connects to a television or display device PAL) port with S-video input. 7 4-pin IEEE 1394 port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- Chapter 1 9 Left View # ...Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 2 External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). 3 DVI DVI-D port Supports digital video connections. 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to...
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...The keyboard has one key that performs Windows-specific functions. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on hot keys. + Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. it launches the Start menu. Chapter 1 15 It...key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Hot Key + Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on page 18. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Key Windows key Application key Icon Description Pressed alone...
...The keyboard has one key that performs Windows-specific functions. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on hot keys. + Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. it launches the Start menu. Chapter 1 15 It...key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Hot Key + Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on page 18. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Key Windows key Application key Icon Description Pressed alone...
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... do not support the Euro symbol. To type: The Euro symbol 1. Hot Key + + + Icon Function Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . + + Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Press any key to previous media file...
... do not support the Euro symbol. To type: The Euro symbol 1. Hot Key + + + Icon Function Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . + + Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Press any key to previous media file...
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...new Acer notebook. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery...Acer eNet Management to start the program from the Start menu. Acer eNet Management Acer...T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms. T Acer eLock ...Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time. To access this utility, either click on the "Acer...Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your needs. 18 Chapter 1 T Acer...
...new Acer notebook. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery...Acer eNet Management to start the program from the Start menu. Acer eNet Management Acer...T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms. T Acer eLock ...Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time. To access this utility, either click on the "Acer...Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your needs. 18 Chapter 1 T Acer...
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Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. You can also define the power plan optimized for the newly created power plan. 3. To create new power plan 1. DC Mode (Battery mode) There are three pre-defined profiles - Change the display and sleep settings as desired. 5. Click "OK" to turn the following functions...
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. You can also define the power plan optimized for the newly created power plan. 3. To create new power plan 1. DC Mode (Battery mode) There are three pre-defined profiles - Change the display and sleep settings as desired. 5. Click "OK" to turn the following functions...
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Chapter 1 21 If auto-detection hardware is connected to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5. For additional power options, click "More Power option". Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the time shown in the system, your computer's display to the system. Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is implemented in the "Remaining Battery Life" field.
Chapter 1 21 If auto-detection hardware is connected to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5. For additional power options, click "More Power option". Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the time shown in the system, your computer's display to the system. Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is implemented in the "Remaining Battery Life" field.
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Getting to know your computer runs faster, smoother and better. T Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for navigating. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Acer eSettings Management also: T Provides a simple graphical user interface for power users. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your Acer OrbiCam 3 1 23 26 Chapter 1
Getting to know your computer runs faster, smoother and better. T Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for navigating. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Acer eSettings Management also: T Provides a simple graphical user interface for power users. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your Acer OrbiCam 3 1 23 26 Chapter 1
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... the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears. Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. Changing the Acer OrbiCam resolution To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution...
... the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears. Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. Changing the Acer OrbiCam resolution To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution...
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...Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to complete the process. Using the System Utilities NOTE: The system utilities work under... Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to be partitioned independently. Acer Gridvista is simple to Start > All Programs and click on the same screen. Drag and drop each display from the task bar. 2. You may choose any one of a well-organized...
...Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to complete the process. Using the System Utilities NOTE: The system utilities work under... Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to be partitioned independently. Acer Gridvista is simple to Start > All Programs and click on the same screen. Drag and drop each display from the task bar. 2. You may choose any one of a well-organized...
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... Integrity Service Application Program Interface), PC99a and Mobile PC2001 Compliant, Intel Enhanced SpeedStep Technology Set by setup manual NOTE: If you will see PXE version displaying on the screen. After that, power off the system and remove the HDD. Second Level Cache Item Cache controller Cache size 1st level cache control...
... Integrity Service Application Program Interface), PC99a and Mobile PC2001 Compliant, Intel Enhanced SpeedStep Technology Set by setup manual NOTE: If you will see PXE version displaying on the screen. After that, power off the system and remove the HDD. Second Level Cache Item Cache controller Cache size 1st level cache control...
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..., rms) Output voltage frequency (k Hz) Specification Darfon/V189-301GP N/A 9~21 2.56 (max) 780V (2000V for kick off completely. OS initiated shutdown. LCD 17" inch Item Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD...
..., rms) Output voltage frequency (k Hz) Specification Darfon/V189-301GP N/A 9~21 2.56 (max) 780V (2000V for kick off completely. OS initiated shutdown. LCD 17" inch Item Display Mode Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD...
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... Number: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx System BIOS Version: V0.18.T04 VGA BIOS Version: ATI Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Rev. 3.0 F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10... The system information is presenting. The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system. This field displays the serial number of the system. This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is subject to different models. This ...
... Number: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx System BIOS Version: V0.18.T04 VGA BIOS Version: ATI Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Rev. 3.0 F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10... The system information is presenting. The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system. This field displays the serial number of the system. This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is subject to different models. This ...
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... above is the help for your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to 23. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your reference only.
... above is the help for your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. It allows the user to 23. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your reference only.
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...). The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on ) via Option: Disabled or Enabled LAN. Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and Summary Screen is set to factory defaults. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. NOTE: The sub-items under each... D2D Recovery Wake-up on LAN Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Shows the Video memory size. Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is disabled or enabled. Option: Enabled or Disabled Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. shows Summary Screen is disabled...
...). The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on ) via Option: Disabled or Enabled LAN. Disabled: Customer Logo is not displayed, and Summary Screen is set to factory defaults. Option: Disabled or Enabled Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. NOTE: The sub-items under each... D2D Recovery Wake-up on LAN Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Shows the Video memory size. Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is disabled or enabled. Option: Enabled or Disabled Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. shows Summary Screen is disabled...
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... the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. Press e. Changing a Password 1. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will display as following. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Use the w and y keys to "Set...
... the Enter Current Password field and press e. 3. Press e. Changing a Password 1. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will display as following. When you have changed the settings, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Use the w and y keys to "Set...
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Chapter 2 47 If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.
Chapter 2 47 If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the screen will display the following message.
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Enables, disables Calistoga Enhanced Power Management mode. Settings in BIOS. Advanced The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select ...
Enables, disables Calistoga Enhanced Power Management mode. Settings in BIOS. Advanced The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select ...