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... 6-3 LowerCase Assembly 6-5 Upper Case Assembly 6-6 LCD Assembly 6-7 FRU List 6-9 Screw List 6-15 Chapter 7. Test Compatible Components Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test 7-2 Aspire XXXX 7-2 Chapter 8. Online Support Information Introduction 8-2 iii USB Failure 4-12 Wireless Function Failure 4-13 Bluetooth Function Failure 4-14 4-in-1 Card Function Failure 4-15 Unit Thermal Failure 4-16 Cosmetic...
... 6-3 LowerCase Assembly 6-5 Upper Case Assembly 6-6 LCD Assembly 6-7 FRU List 6-9 Screw List 6-15 Chapter 7. Test Compatible Components Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test 7-2 Aspire XXXX 7-2 Chapter 8. Online Support Information Introduction 8-2 iii USB Failure 4-12 Wireless Function Failure 4-13 Bluetooth Function Failure 4-14 4-in-1 Card Function Failure 4-15 Unit Thermal Failure 4-16 Cosmetic...
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...'s many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit) • Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic (64-bit) • Support to Genuine Windows® 8 Platform • Intel® Core™ i7 Quad Core processor (6 or 8 MB L3 cache, Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, DDR3 1333 MHz..., 35 W), supporting Intel® 64 architecture, Intel® Smart Cache • Intel® Core™ i5, i3 Dual Core processor (3 or 4 MB L3 cache, Turbo...
...'s many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit) • Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic (64-bit) • Support to Genuine Windows® 8 Platform • Intel® Core™ i7 Quad Core processor (6 or 8 MB L3 cache, Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, DDR3 1333 MHz..., 35 W), supporting Intel® 64 architecture, Intel® Smart Cache • Intel® Core™ i5, i3 Dual Core processor (3 or 4 MB L3 cache, Turbo...
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... HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Hard Drive • 2.5" Hard Disk Drive SATA interface support 250/320/500/640/750 GB or larger Audio Subsystem • High-definition audio support • Two built-in stereo speakers • MS-Sound compatible • Built-in microphone Camera...definition Camera Connectivity WLAN • IEEE 802.11 b/g/n LAN • Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready I/O Ports • Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting: Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMedia Card™ (MMC), Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card • Three USB 2.0...
... HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot Hard Drive • 2.5" Hard Disk Drive SATA interface support 250/320/500/640/750 GB or larger Audio Subsystem • High-definition audio support • Two built-in stereo speakers • MS-Sound compatible • Built-in microphone Camera...definition Camera Connectivity WLAN • IEEE 802.11 b/g/n LAN • Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready I/O Ports • Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting: Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMedia Card™ (MMC), Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card • Three USB 2.0...
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... AC adapter Special Keys and Controls Keyboard • 103/104/107-key Fine Tip keyboard • International language support • Independent standard numeric keypad, pgdn/pgup/home/end keys Touchpad • Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip Dimensions and Weight Dimension • 381.6 (W) x 253 (D) x 33.2 (D) mm (15 x 9.96...
... AC adapter Special Keys and Controls Keyboard • 103/104/107-key Fine Tip keyboard • International language support • Independent standard numeric keypad, pgdn/pgup/home/end keys Touchpad • Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip Dimensions and Weight Dimension • 381.6 (W) x 253 (D) x 33.2 (D) mm (15 x 9.96...
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-8 Connects to an AC adapter. Supports high-definition digital video connections. Left View # Icon Item 1 DC-In Jack 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) Port 3 Air Vents 4 VGA Port 5 HDMI Port 6 USB 2.0 Port Description Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. CAUTION: Do not cover the air vents. Connects to USB 2.0 devices. 7 Microphone Jack Connects to a microphone. 8 Headset Jack Connects to a VGA cable for air flow. Use for external video output. Connects to a headset. Left View 12 3 4 5 6 78 Figure 1:3.
Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-8 Connects to an AC adapter. Supports high-definition digital video connections. Left View # Icon Item 1 DC-In Jack 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) Port 3 Air Vents 4 VGA Port 5 HDMI Port 6 USB 2.0 Port Description Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. CAUTION: Do not cover the air vents. Connects to USB 2.0 devices. 7 Microphone Jack Connects to a microphone. 8 Headset Jack Connects to a VGA cable for air flow. Use for external video output. Connects to a headset. Left View 12 3 4 5 6 78 Figure 1:3.
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... °C OS shut down at 92 °C SPL Spec (dBA) 28 31 34 37 40 System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Support DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Specification Built-in at 100 °C;
... °C OS shut down at 92 °C SPL Spec (dBA) 28 31 34 37 40 System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Support DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Specification Built-in at 100 °C;
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... RJ45 RJ45 at the left side Supports 10/100/1000 Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Features Specification TM7T-A10B (wo/AL-FOIL) 103-US/104-UK /107-JA Yes Plug USB keyboard to Acer BIOS specification. BIOS Item BIOS vendor...LAN Chipset LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Specification Insyde 1.00 SPI 4MB + 1MB • Insyde code base • Flash ROM 4 MB • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control •...
... RJ45 RJ45 at the left side Supports 10/100/1000 Keyboard Item Type Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Features Specification TM7T-A10B (wo/AL-FOIL) 103-US/104-UK /107-JA Yes Plug USB keyboard to Acer BIOS specification. BIOS Item BIOS vendor...LAN Chipset LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Specification Insyde 1.00 SPI 4MB + 1MB • Insyde code base • Flash ROM 4 MB • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control •...
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...X V V V V Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-26 Graphics Controller and VRAM Item Specification Graphics Controller Chip NVIDIA N13M-GS (GT620M) Supports • Support for Window7 DirectX compute • Direct X11 and Shader Model5.0 • OpenGL3.2 • NVIDIA PhysX technology • NVIDIA CUDA ...technology • NVIDIA Optimus technology VRAM Chipset Hynix Memory Size 1G Interface DDRIII Supported Resolution Resolution 16 bits 32 bits 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 V V 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 V V 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 V...
...X V V V V Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-26 Graphics Controller and VRAM Item Specification Graphics Controller Chip NVIDIA N13M-GS (GT620M) Supports • Support for Window7 DirectX compute • Direct X11 and Shader Model5.0 • OpenGL3.2 • NVIDIA PhysX technology • NVIDIA CUDA ...technology • NVIDIA Optimus technology VRAM Chipset Hynix Memory Size 1G Interface DDRIII Supported Resolution Resolution 16 bits 32 bits 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 V V 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 V V 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 V...
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Bluetooth Interface (N/A) Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Connector type Supported protocol (List only supported protocols from Acer specs) Specification Bluetooth Module (N/A) Item Controller Features Specification Camera Item Vendor and Model Type Specification • Liteon, 10P2SF205 • Suyin, HF2015-A821-OV01 • Chicony, ...
Bluetooth Interface (N/A) Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Connector type Supported protocol (List only supported protocols from Acer specs) Specification Bluetooth Module (N/A) Item Controller Features Specification Camera Item Vendor and Model Type Specification • Liteon, 10P2SF205 • Suyin, HF2015-A821-OV01 • Chicony, ...
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... Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker/quantity Specification Realtek ALC271X-GR On board Stereo Support 16/24bit PCM HD audio Interface Sample rate up to 192Khz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate) Yes Yes/(2W speakers x2) Wireless Module 802.11b...
... Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker/quantity Specification Realtek ALC271X-GR On board Stereo Support 16/24bit PCM HD audio Interface Sample rate up to 192Khz resolution VSR (Variable Sampling Rate) Yes Yes/(2W speakers x2) Wireless Module 802.11b...
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... are turned off completely. Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in 1 card reader, supporting: • Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard™ (MMC) • Storage cards with adapter: miniSD™ • Memory ...Stick, Memory Stick PRO • xD Picture Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-30 Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features Specification Broadcom BCM57785X QFN68pin • SDHC: 32G (8G tested) • MMC: 16G (4G tested) • miniSD: 16G ...
... are turned off completely. Working (G0/S0) Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in 1 card reader, supporting: • Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard™ (MMC) • Storage cards with adapter: miniSD™ • Memory ...Stick, Memory Stick PRO • xD Picture Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-30 Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features Specification Broadcom BCM57785X QFN68pin • SDHC: 32G (8G tested) • MMC: 16G (4G tested) • miniSD: 16G ...
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...intended to the problem. 3. LCD Picture Failure on page 8-2. 4-2 Troubleshooting If the issue is still not resolved, see Online Support Information on page 4-6 Figure 4:4. Power On Issues on page 4-4 Figure 4:3. No Display Issues on page 4-3 Figure 4:2. Wireless Function Failure...Information The following procedures are a guide for troubleshooting computer problems. The step by repeating the operation that led to test only Acer products. Touchpad Failure on page 4-16 Figure 4:13. Troubleshooting This chapter contains information about the problem. 2. Cosmetic Failure on...
...intended to the problem. 3. LCD Picture Failure on page 8-2. 4-2 Troubleshooting If the issue is still not resolved, see Online Support Information on page 4-6 Figure 4:4. Power On Issues on page 4-4 Figure 4:3. No Display Issues on page 4-3 Figure 4:2. Wireless Function Failure...Information The following procedures are a guide for troubleshooting computer problems. The step by repeating the operation that led to test only Acer products. Touchpad Failure on page 4-16 Figure 4:13. Troubleshooting This chapter contains information about the problem. 2. Cosmetic Failure on...
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Makes sure the power cable is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information on page 4-16) and fan airways are not necessary to boot the computer to check the Thermal Unit (See Unit Thermal Failure on page 8-2. ...
Makes sure the power cable is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information on page 4-16) and fan airways are not necessary to boot the computer to check the Thermal Unit (See Unit Thermal Failure on page 8-2. ...
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...marks • There are no device conflicts • No hardware is faulty and should be replaced. 3. Adjust the brightness to Online Support Information on the screen), the LCD is still not resolved, refer to its highest level. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Refer...8226; If desktop display resolution is still not resolved, refer to Maintenance Flowchart on page 8-2. Troubleshooting 4-5 Remove the drives (refer to Online Support Information on page 3-4). 13. If the issue is not normal, right-click on adjusting the settings. Reseat the memory modules. 12. If...
...marks • There are no device conflicts • No hardware is faulty and should be replaced. 3. Adjust the brightness to Online Support Information on the screen), the LCD is still not resolved, refer to its highest level. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Refer...8226; If desktop display resolution is still not resolved, refer to Maintenance Flowchart on page 8-2. Troubleshooting 4-5 Remove the drives (refer to Online Support Information on page 3-4). 13. If the issue is not normal, right-click on adjusting the settings. Reseat the memory modules. 12. If...
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...-click on page 8-2. 4-10 Troubleshooting Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. 10. Follow the on-screen prompts to Online Support Information on the Playback tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default). 7. Select Speakers and click Configure to Start > Control > Panel > Hardware and Sound...
...-click on page 8-2. 4-10 Troubleshooting Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. 10. Follow the on-screen prompts to Online Support Information on the Playback tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default). 7. Select Speakers and click Configure to Start > Control > Panel > Hardware and Sound...
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... on the Recording tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default). Troubleshooting 4-11 Check that the microphone is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information on page 8-2. Right click on the microphone and select Enable. 4. Select the Levels tab. 5. If the issue is enabled. Internal Microphone Failure 1. Navigate to...
... on the Recording tab and select Show Disabled Devices (clear by default). Troubleshooting 4-11 Check that the microphone is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information on page 8-2. Right click on the microphone and select Enable. 4. Select the Levels tab. 5. If the issue is enabled. Internal Microphone Failure 1. Navigate to...
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..., perform the following : 1. BIOS Problems Forget BIOS Password If the user forgets the BIOS password, discharge CMOS by shorting the JCMOS1 connector. Refer to Online Support Information on page 2-24. Run a complete virus scan using up to date software to confirm the computer is missing from the BIOS, the drive may...
..., perform the following : 1. BIOS Problems Forget BIOS Password If the user forgets the BIOS password, discharge CMOS by shorting the JCMOS1 connector. Refer to Online Support Information on page 2-24. Run a complete virus scan using up to date software to confirm the computer is missing from the BIOS, the drive may...
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... by the computer. • Verify that all of the following procedures to verify that have nothing to do not replace any problems are supported by a variety of the failure is inoperative. If an error is found , replace the FRU. 3. Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems do...all attached devices are found . 7. Rerun the test to isolate the failing FRU: 1. If no more errors. Perform the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive ...
... by the computer. • Verify that all of the following procedures to verify that have nothing to do not replace any problems are supported by a variety of the failure is inoperative. If an error is found , replace the FRU. 3. Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems do...all attached devices are found . 7. Rerun the test to isolate the failing FRU: 1. If no more errors. Perform the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive ...
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CHAPTER 8 Online Support Information Online Support Information 8-2 Introduction 8-2
CHAPTER 8 Online Support Information Online Support Information 8-2 Introduction 8-2
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...) For these purposes, we offer, accompanied by a list of our technical materials. In the Technical Information section users can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. Online Support Information 8-2 and password. Also contained on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) • Returned material authorization procedures • An overview of all your technical queries. Online...
...) For these purposes, we offer, accompanied by a list of our technical materials. In the Technical Information section users can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. Online Support Information 8-2 and password. Also contained on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) • Returned material authorization procedures • An overview of all your technical queries. Online...