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To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of according to local, state or federal laws. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. USA For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. iii Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of the global environment, please recycle.
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of according to local, state or federal laws. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. USA For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. iii Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of the global environment, please recycle.
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...Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. It is not installed on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for the ... troubleshooting. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your notebook. iv First things first We would like to thank you for making the Aspire series of notebook PC your choice for meeting your computer. See "Front view" on and off , the Just for Starters... poster helps you ...
...Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. It is not installed on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for the ... troubleshooting. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your notebook. iv First things first We would like to thank you for making the Aspire series of notebook PC your choice for meeting your computer. See "Front view" on and off , the Just for Starters... poster helps you ...
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... BIOS utility 68 Boot sequence 68 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 68 Password 68 Using software 69 Playing DVD movies 69 Power management 70 Acer eRecovery Management 70 Create backup 70 Restore from backup 71 Create factory default image CD 71 Re-install bundled software without CD 72 Change ... and safety notices 75 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 75 FCC notice 75 Modem notices 76 Important safety instructions 79 Laser compliance statement 81 LCD pixel statement 81 Macrovision copyright protection notice 81 Radio device regulatory notice 82 General 82
... BIOS utility 68 Boot sequence 68 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 68 Password 68 Using software 69 Playing DVD movies 69 Power management 70 Acer eRecovery Management 70 Create backup 70 Restore from backup 71 Create factory default image CD 71 Re-install bundled software without CD 72 Change ... and safety notices 75 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 75 FCC notice 75 Modem notices 76 Important safety instructions 79 Laser compliance statement 81 LCD pixel statement 81 Macrovision copyright protection notice 81 Radio device regulatory notice 82 General 82
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...based on current usage, refer to turn the following functions on the lower left-hand side of your own profiles. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. Create new power scheme 1 Assign a name for mains (AC) or battery mode. ...4 Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and ...
...based on current usage, refer to turn the following functions on the lower left-hand side of your own profiles. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. Create new power scheme 1 Assign a name for mains (AC) or battery mode. ...4 Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and ...
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... 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up your computer as illustrated in the Just for more details. 4 Power button Turns the computer on page 20 for Starters... English 10 An Aspire tour After setting up to show you around...
... 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up your computer as illustrated in the Just for more details. 4 Power button Turns the computer on page 20 for Starters... English 10 An Aspire tour After setting up to show you around...
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... Description Enable the computer to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Connects to an AC adapter. 3 External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 S-video/TV-out port Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 5 Parallel port Connects to a printer. 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video connections...
... Description Enable the computer to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Connects to an AC adapter. 3 External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 S-video/TV-out port Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 5 Parallel port Connects to a printer. 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video connections...
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...533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules 17" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite colour TFT LCD, 1440 x 900 pixel resolution or 17" Wide WSXGA+ TFT color LCD or 17" Wide WXGA TFT color LCD (Dual Lamp) 16:10 viewing ratio 16.7 million colors ATI MOBILITY™...Dual independent display support MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability DVI-D support, S-video/TV-out support (NTSC/PAL) Acer CinemaVision™ video technology (Acer Arcade) Acer ClearVision™ video optimisation technology (Acer Arcade) 60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive Optical drive options: • DVD-Dual double-...
...533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules 17" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite colour TFT LCD, 1440 x 900 pixel resolution or 17" Wide WSXGA+ TFT color LCD or 17" Wide WXGA TFT color LCD (Dual Lamp) 16:10 viewing ratio 16.7 million colors ATI MOBILITY™...Dual independent display support MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability DVI-D support, S-video/TV-out support (NTSC/PAL) Acer CinemaVision™ video technology (Acer Arcade) Acer ClearVision™ video optimisation technology (Acer Arcade) 60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive Optical drive options: • DVD-Dual double-...
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...network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) or 2915ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g)Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® v2.0 Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords 256/512 MB, ... 17 English Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Communication Security Options and accessories Single lamp LCD model: 402 (W) x 286 (D) x 35.8/38.5 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.26 x 1.41/1.52 inches) 3.6 kg (7.9 Ibs) Double lamp LCD model: 402 (W) x 286 (D) x 39.3/42.0 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.26 x...
...network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) or 2915ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g)Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® v2.0 Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords 256/512 MB, ... 17 English Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Communication Security Options and accessories Single lamp LCD model: 402 (W) x 286 (D) x 35.8/38.5 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.26 x 1.41/1.52 inches) 3.6 kg (7.9 Ibs) Double lamp LCD model: 402 (W) x 286 (D) x 39.3/42.0 (H) mm (15.83 x 11.26 x...
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The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is active. Num Lock Lights up when the battery is being charged. Media activity Indicates when the hard disk or optical drive is closed. ...
The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is active. Num Lock Lights up when the battery is being charged. Media activity Indicates when the hard disk or optical drive is closed. ...
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... DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is prohibited. Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by Macrovision. patents and other limited viewing uses...
... DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is prohibited. Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by Macrovision. patents and other limited viewing uses...
Service Guide
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...Information 44 Main 46 Advanced 48 Security 51 Boot 52 Exit 53 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 55 General Information 56 Aspire 9500 Disassembly Procedure 57 Disassemble the Battery and HDD 57 Disassemble the TV Tuner and Wireless 57 Disassemble the CPU Heatsink 58 ...VGA and Modem board 63 Disassemble the CPU 63 Disassemble the LCD Module 64 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 65 System Check Procedures 66 PhoenixBIOS POST Tasks and Beep Codes 71 Repair Flowchar 77 Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 102 Exploded Diagram 103 Aspire 9500 Parts 112 VII
...Information 44 Main 46 Advanced 48 Security 51 Boot 52 Exit 53 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 55 General Information 56 Aspire 9500 Disassembly Procedure 57 Disassemble the Battery and HDD 57 Disassemble the TV Tuner and Wireless 57 Disassemble the CPU Heatsink 58 ...VGA and Modem board 63 Disassemble the CPU 63 Disassemble the LCD Module 64 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 65 System Check Procedures 66 PhoenixBIOS POST Tasks and Beep Codes 71 Repair Flowchar 77 Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 102 Exploded Diagram 103 Aspire 9500 Parts 112 VII
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... 1 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, Single Lamp 16 :10 aspect ratio Support simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista TV-tuner, Analog w/H/W Mpeg or Digital+Analog w/H/W Mpeg or Digital +Analog w/S/W Mpeg (MFG optional) Chapter 1 1 Here are just a few...T Maximum memory up to 2GB with two 1GB SODIMM slots Display T T T T T T 17" Wide WSXGA color TFT LCD with 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colours 17" Wide WXGA color TFT LCD with 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, high-brightness (Dual Lamp) 17" Wide WXGA color TFT...
... 1 System Specifications Features This computer was designed with 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, Single Lamp 16 :10 aspect ratio Support simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista TV-tuner, Analog w/H/W Mpeg or Digital+Analog w/H/W Mpeg or Digital +Analog w/S/W Mpeg (MFG optional) Chapter 1 1 Here are just a few...T Maximum memory up to 2GB with two 1GB SODIMM slots Display T T T T T T 17" Wide WSXGA color TFT LCD with 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colours 17" Wide WXGA color TFT LCD with 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, high-brightness (Dual Lamp) 17" Wide WXGA color TFT...
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... JP7 JP8 JP9 JP12 JP13 JP14 JP15 JP16 JP17 JP18 JP19 JP20 JP21 JP22 JP24 JP25 JP28 JP29 JP30 DESCRIPTION To Power/B Connector Bluetooth Connector LCD Connector Internal MIC Connector Headphone/SPDIF Jack Line-In Jack MIC-In Jack Internal K/B Connector T/P Board Connector To LED/B Connector RF-In Connector Parallel Port... HDD Connector (P-ATA) DC-IN Jack Battery Connector Lid Switch LAN Chip South Bridge Chipset North Bridge Chipset LAN Transformer FIR Module Clear CMOS Jumper Aspire 9500
... JP7 JP8 JP9 JP12 JP13 JP14 JP15 JP16 JP17 JP18 JP19 JP20 JP21 JP22 JP24 JP25 JP28 JP29 JP30 DESCRIPTION To Power/B Connector Bluetooth Connector LCD Connector Internal MIC Connector Headphone/SPDIF Jack Line-In Jack MIC-In Jack Internal K/B Connector T/P Board Connector To LED/B Connector RF-In Connector Parallel Port... HDD Connector (P-ATA) DC-IN Jack Battery Connector Lid Switch LAN Chip South Bridge Chipset North Bridge Chipset LAN Transformer FIR Module Clear CMOS Jumper Aspire 9500
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... and right buttons function like the left and right mouse center and right) buttons; Front View # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to connect peripheral devices, as a 4-way scroll button. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for...
... and right buttons function like the left and right mouse center and right) buttons; Front View # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to connect peripheral devices, as a 4-way scroll button. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for...
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... the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). (VGA) port 4 S-video out port Connects to a television or display device supporting S-video input. 5 Parallel port Connects to a printer. 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video...
... the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). (VGA) port 4 S-video out port Connects to a television or display device supporting S-video input. 5 Parallel port Connects to a printer. 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video...
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... Interface Item Video vendor Video name Chip voltage Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port ATI M26P Core/1.2V, 1.5V No Specification Video Resolution Mode (for both LCD and CRT) Resolution 1440*900 (WXGA) 1680*1050(WSXGA+) 16 bits (High color) Yes Yes 32 bits (True color) Yes Yes USB Port Item USB...
... Interface Item Video vendor Video name Chip voltage Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port ATI M26P Core/1.2V, 1.5V No Specification Video Resolution Mode (for both LCD and CRT) Resolution 1440*900 (WXGA) 1680*1050(WSXGA+) 16 bits (High color) Yes Yes 32 bits (True color) Yes Yes USB Port Item USB...
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LCD Inverter Specification No. Panel Model Type Frequency (KHz) 1 Samsung LTN170WP-L02-0 17" 40/60/65 WSXGA+ 2 Samsung LTN170WX-L05-E 17" WXGA 40/60/65 3 LG ... at 6.5mA 815 Vrms at 6.5mA 724 Vrms at 6.5mA Brightness 155/180 175/200 420/500 200(typ.) 170/200 175/200 LCD Item Vendor & model name LCD display area (diagonal, inch) Display technology Resolution Supports colors Brightness control Contrast control Suspend/ Standby control Samsung LTN170W P-L02-0 17" Specification Samsung LTN170W...
LCD Inverter Specification No. Panel Model Type Frequency (KHz) 1 Samsung LTN170WP-L02-0 17" 40/60/65 WSXGA+ 2 Samsung LTN170WX-L05-E 17" WXGA 40/60/65 3 LG ... at 6.5mA 815 Vrms at 6.5mA 724 Vrms at 6.5mA Brightness 155/180 175/200 420/500 200(typ.) 170/200 175/200 LCD Item Vendor & model name LCD display area (diagonal, inch) Display technology Resolution Supports colors Brightness control Contrast control Suspend/ Standby control Samsung LTN170W P-L02-0 17" Specification Samsung LTN170W...
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... to 40,000ft Mechanical Specification Item Dimensions Weight Specification 15.83" x 11.26" x1.2" 402(W)mm x 286(D)mm x 35/37(H) mm 3.6 kg with single lamp LCD module 3.7 kg with dual lamp...
... to 40,000ft Mechanical Specification Item Dimensions Weight Specification 15.83" x 11.26" x1.2" 402(W)mm x 286(D)mm x 35/37(H) mm 3.6 kg with single lamp LCD module 3.7 kg with dual lamp...
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Jumper Board VGA Board Item JP1 JP2 U4 U3,U5,U6,U7 Description To LCD Connector To M/B Connector VGA Chip Graphic Memory 36
Jumper Board VGA Board Item JP1 JP2 U4 U3,U5,U6,U7 Description To LCD Connector To M/B Connector VGA Chip Graphic Memory 36
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...to input Euro dollar sign,and USD dollar sign when word processing. 41 Chapter 2 This key will launch Acer eManager->eSetting It will support Sticky key mode. The LCD back light can increase or decrease the brightness of the unit hot keys. This function should be turned ...not exist then BIOS empty return. Launch the multimedia application that describes the definition and functionality of the LCD back light. System Controls Hot Keys All Fn Key will launch Acer ePowerManagement. Pressing this key a second time will reenable the audio output to appear on the Power Management...
...to input Euro dollar sign,and USD dollar sign when word processing. 41 Chapter 2 This key will launch Acer eManager->eSetting It will support Sticky key mode. The LCD back light can increase or decrease the brightness of the unit hot keys. This function should be turned ...not exist then BIOS empty return. Launch the multimedia application that describes the definition and functionality of the LCD back light. System Controls Hot Keys All Fn Key will launch Acer ePowerManagement. Pressing this key a second time will reenable the audio output to appear on the Power Management...