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Front View 1 2 13 3 12 4 11 5 10 6 9 7 8 # Icon 1 2 3 Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Power button Description Web camera for video communication. (only for certain models) Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). Turns the computer on and off. 6 Chapter 1 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.
Front View 1 2 13 3 12 4 11 5 10 6 9 7 8 # Icon 1 2 3 Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Power button Description Web camera for video communication. (only for certain models) Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). Turns the computer on and off. 6 Chapter 1 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.
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...buttons The left and right) buttons. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 10 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. 11 Microphone Internal microphone for three-step data backup. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. ... when the battery is activated. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Launches Acer Backup Management for sound recording. 12 Acer PowerSmart Puts your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left and right mouse...
...buttons The left and right) buttons. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 10 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. 11 Microphone Internal microphone for three-step data backup. Battery1 Indicates the computer's battery status. ... when the battery is activated. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Launches Acer Backup Management for sound recording. 12 Acer PowerSmart Puts your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left and right mouse...
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... View 1 234 56 7 # Icon Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is turned off . 5 Modem Connects to a phone line. (RJ-11) port 6 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 7 Kensington lock slot Connects to stay...
... View 1 234 56 7 # Icon Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is turned off . 5 Modem Connects to a phone line. (RJ-11) port 6 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 7 Kensington lock slot Connects to stay...
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... . + < > Brightness up Decreases the screen brightness. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. + Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the speakers on the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down...
... . + < > Brightness up Decreases the screen brightness. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. + Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the speakers on the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down...
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All devices in the system are turned off completely. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode ...Also called Hibernation Mode. OS initiated shutdown. Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in the system are turned off the whole system. 26 Chapter 1 System saves all system states and data onto the disc prior to Disk (S4) 19V, 65W/90W Specification Power...
All devices in the system are turned off completely. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode ...Also called Hibernation Mode. OS initiated shutdown. Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in the system are turned off the whole system. 26 Chapter 1 System saves all system states and data onto the disc prior to Disk (S4) 19V, 65W/90W Specification Power...
Acer Aspire 7540 Service Guide
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..., DPMI) when you use the Flash utility. Copy the "XXXXXXX.FD" file to update the system BIOS flash ROM. After POST, release Fn + ESC key. Turn off state (i.e. cold boot) while holding down the Fn + ESC key. 7. The system should create a Crisis Disk (See "Steps for the following conditions: • New...
..., DPMI) when you use the Flash utility. Copy the "XXXXXXX.FD" file to update the system BIOS flash ROM. After POST, release Fn + ESC key. Turn off state (i.e. cold boot) while holding down the Fn + ESC key. 7. The system should create a Crisis Disk (See "Steps for the following conditions: • New...
Acer Aspire 7540 Service Guide
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... the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Turn off the power to any of the sequence to avoid damage to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
... the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Turn off the power to any of the sequence to avoid damage to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3.
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EXTERNAL MODULE DISASSEMBLY TURN OFF POWER AND PERIPHERALS UNPLUG POWER CABLES SD DUMMY CARD Cx1 ODD MODULE OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Hx1 OPTICAL LOCKER BRACKET REMOVE BATTERY PACK Cx4 BACK ...
EXTERNAL MODULE DISASSEMBLY TURN OFF POWER AND PERIPHERALS UNPLUG POWER CABLES SD DUMMY CARD Cx1 ODD MODULE OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Hx1 OPTICAL LOCKER BRACKET REMOVE BATTERY PACK Cx4 BACK ...
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See "Removing the SD Dummy Card" on page 44. 2. Note: Battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Slide the battery release latch to the release position (a) to the unlock position. Chapter 3 45 Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to pop out the battery pack, then remove the battery pack from the main unit (b). Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 3. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Please detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal. 4.
See "Removing the SD Dummy Card" on page 44. 2. Note: Battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Slide the battery release latch to the release position (a) to the unlock position. Chapter 3 45 Slide the battery lock/unlock latch to pop out the battery pack, then remove the battery pack from the main unit (b). Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 3. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Please detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal. 4.
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... the Wireless LAN Card" on page 52. 8. Lift up carefully to release the CPU. 9. Removing the CPU NOTE: Aspire 7736/7736Z/7336 Series uses the Intel® processor, while Aspire 7540 Series uses the AMD® processor. But the process in removing the CPU are the same for all the models.... 1. See "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 50. 6. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 44. 2. Using a flat screwdriver, turn...
... the Wireless LAN Card" on page 52. 8. Lift up carefully to release the CPU. 9. Removing the CPU NOTE: Aspire 7736/7736Z/7336 Series uses the Intel® processor, while Aspire 7540 Series uses the AMD® processor. But the process in removing the CPU are the same for all the models.... 1. See "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 50. 6. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 44. 2. Using a flat screwdriver, turn...
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Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L3.5 (1) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 13. Part No. 86.9A536.3R5 Chapter 3 59 Open the LCD panel. 14. Remove the one screw (G) from the lower case. Carefully pry and lift the middle cover. Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up. 12.
Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L3.5 (1) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 13. Part No. 86.9A536.3R5 Chapter 3 59 Open the LCD panel. 14. Remove the one screw (G) from the lower case. Carefully pry and lift the middle cover. Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up. 12.
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... "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 45. 3. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 51. 7. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 55. 10. Turn it over on page 48. 5. Release the keyboard from the latches. 12. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on the touchpad area. 60 Chapter...
... "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 45. 3. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 51. 7. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 55. 10. Turn it over on page 48. 5. Release the keyboard from the latches. 12. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on the touchpad area. 60 Chapter...
Acer Aspire 7540 Service Guide
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No beep, power-on indicator turns on an external CRT. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). RTC battery System board DIMM BIOS ROM System board None BIOS ROM System board ... board Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board Chapter 4 91 System board. No beep, power-on indicator turns on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Power source (battery...
No beep, power-on indicator turns on an external CRT. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). RTC battery System board DIMM BIOS ROM System board None BIOS ROM System board ... board Reconnect the LCD connectors. LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board Chapter 4 91 System board. No beep, power-on indicator turns on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in Sequence Power source (battery...
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System board Speaker System board 92 Chapter 4 No beep during POST. Error Message List No beep Error Messages No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST but system runs correctly. FRU/Action in Sequence Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
System board Speaker System board 92 Chapter 4 No beep during POST. Error Message List No beep Error Messages No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST but system runs correctly. FRU/Action in Sequence Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly.
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... the hardware gap. • Restart the system. If it is finished. Otherwise, repeat the steps above . • Use an electric conductivity tool to turn on the hardware gap. . G106 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If the user sets the BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for... the BIOS Password is G106. Finally, remove the tool from the computer. • Open the back cover of the hardware gap. • Plug in Aspire 7540 Series is cleared. NOTE: The steps are only for the password during system POST or when the system enters into the BIOS Setup menu.
... the hardware gap. • Restart the system. If it is finished. Otherwise, repeat the steps above . • Use an electric conductivity tool to turn on the hardware gap. . G106 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If the user sets the BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for... the BIOS Password is G106. Finally, remove the tool from the computer. • Open the back cover of the hardware gap. • Plug in Aspire 7540 Series is cleared. NOTE: The steps are only for the password during system POST or when the system enters into the BIOS Setup menu.
Acer Aspire 7736, Aspire 7736Z Notebook Series Start Guide
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...Num Lock is activated. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your hands when you use the computer. 10 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off . 11 Microphone Internal microphone for three-step data backup. Indicates the status of Bluetooth... communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for sound recording. Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your ...
...Num Lock is activated. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your hands when you use the computer. 10 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off . 11 Microphone Internal microphone for three-step data backup. Indicates the status of Bluetooth... communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for sound recording. Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your ...
Acer Aspire 7736, Aspire 7736Z Notebook Series Start Guide
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... on and off to save power. 6 English # Icon Item Description 12 P Programmable key User-programmable. 13 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Turns the display screen backlight off . Hotkey Icon + + + Function System property Bluetooth Sleep Description Starts System Property for certain models) Puts the computer in the hotkey...
... on and off to save power. 6 English # Icon Item Description 12 P Programmable key User-programmable. 13 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Turns the display screen backlight off . Hotkey Icon + + + Function System property Bluetooth Sleep Description Starts System Property for certain models) Puts the computer in the hotkey...