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... Failure 4-10 Internal Speaker Failure 4-11 Internal Microphone Failure 4-13 USB Failure 4-14 Other Functions Failure 4-15 Intermittent Problems 4-16 Undetermined Problems 4-16 Post Codes 4-17 CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Jumper and Connector Locations 5-3 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 5-5 Clearing Password Check 5-5 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 5-7 CHAPTER 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Exploded Diagrams 6-4 FRU List 6-7 Screw List 6-17 CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration Acer Aspire V3-471 7-3 Acer Aspire V3-471G 7-52 ix
... Failure 4-10 Internal Speaker Failure 4-11 Internal Microphone Failure 4-13 USB Failure 4-14 Other Functions Failure 4-15 Intermittent Problems 4-16 Undetermined Problems 4-16 Post Codes 4-17 CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Jumper and Connector Locations 5-3 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 5-5 Clearing Password Check 5-5 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 5-7 CHAPTER 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List Exploded Diagrams 6-4 FRU List 6-7 Screw List 6-17 CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration Acer Aspire V3-471 7-3 Acer Aspire V3-471G 7-52 ix
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...;720p HD audio/video recording Wireless and Networking 0 WLAN: Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN: Bluetooth® 4.0+HS Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN support PCI Express 1.1 support Privacy Control 0 BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Dimension and...
...;720p HD audio/video recording Wireless and Networking 0 WLAN: Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN: Bluetooth® 4.0+HS Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR LAN: Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN support PCI Express 1.1 support Privacy Control 0 BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Dimension and...
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... Windows Vista/Windows 7 International Language support Touchpad Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip Media Keys Media control keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next, volume up, volume down Input and Output (I/O) Ports 0 Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) USB 3.0 port with Power-off Charging Two USB 2.0 ports HDMI® port with HDCP support External display...
... Windows Vista/Windows 7 International Language support Touchpad Multi-gesture touchpad, supporting two-finger scroll, pinch, rotate, flip Media Keys Media control keys (printed on keyboard): play/pause, stop, previous, next, volume up, volume down Input and Output (I/O) Ports 0 Multi-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) USB 3.0 port with Power-off Charging Two USB 2.0 ports HDMI® port with HDCP support External display...
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... Front View Table 1-2. Charging: The light shows orange when the battery is charging. 2. Figure 1-2. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 Card Reader Power indicator Battery indicator 2 HDD/SSD/Card Reader activity indicator Communication indicator Description Accepts various media card formats (MS, MS PRO, SD3.0, MMC, xD). Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Indicates the hard driver or card reader's activity of read/write operations Indicates the computer's wireless (3G/Wi-Fi) connectivity device status. Closed Front...
... Front View Table 1-2. Charging: The light shows orange when the battery is charging. 2. Figure 1-2. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 Card Reader Power indicator Battery indicator 2 HDD/SSD/Card Reader activity indicator Communication indicator Description Accepts various media card formats (MS, MS PRO, SD3.0, MMC, xD). Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Indicates the hard driver or card reader's activity of read/write operations Indicates the computer's wireless (3G/Wi-Fi) connectivity device status. Closed Front...
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...DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000 based network. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB 3.0 port Connects to USB 3.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera), supporting Power-off Charging Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones. 6 Headphone/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speaker jack speakers, headphones). 1-16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
...DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000 based network. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB 3.0 port Connects to USB 3.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera), supporting Power-off Charging Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones. 6 Headphone/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speaker jack speakers, headphones). 1-16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
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...and turn the key to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is active. 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Right View # Icon Item Description 1 USB 2.0 ports Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-17 accepts CDs, DVDs or BDs. 3 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is off. Figure 1-6. Right View Table 1-5. Kensington lock slot Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 Optical drive Internal optical drive;
...and turn the key to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is active. 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Right View # Icon Item Description 1 USB 2.0 ports Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-17 accepts CDs, DVDs or BDs. 3 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is off. Figure 1-6. Right View Table 1-5. Kensington lock slot Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 Optical drive Internal optical drive;
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... a close-to connect an external keypad. When Num Lock is on , the screen moves one line up or down when the up or down arrow keys are in numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. 1-20 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when doing a lot of numeric data entry. When Scroll Lock is on...
... a close-to connect an external keypad. When Num Lock is on , the screen moves one line up or down when the up or down arrow keys are in numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. 1-20 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when doing a lot of numeric data entry. When Scroll Lock is on...
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... a network) < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you are on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to items on the Quick Launch toolbar and the system tray) < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box Functions supported by Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Open the...
... a network) < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you are on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to items on the Quick Launch toolbar and the system tray) < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box Functions supported by Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Open the...
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... Sleep mode. Hot key Icon Function Description + Communication Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. + + + + Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Puts the computer in the hockey combination. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to return. Decreases the screen brightness. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-23 Hotkeys 0 The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access...
... Sleep mode. Hot key Icon Function Description + Communication Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. + + + + Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Puts the computer in the hockey combination. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to return. Decreases the screen brightness. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-23 Hotkeys 0 The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access...
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... the average value of USB port(s) Location Output Current USB 2.0-compliant 2 right side 1.05A Specification USB 3.0-compliant 2 1 left side 2.0A 1-44 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Meets EPA 2.0 level V requirement. Chicony Power (90W) 100-240 Vac, 50-60 Hz, input current ~1.7 Amps 264 Vrms 264 Vac (Cold/Hot start) No damage; Battery Item Vendor & Model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification SANYO AS10D / SONY AS10D41...
... the average value of USB port(s) Location Output Current USB 2.0-compliant 2 right side 1.05A Specification USB 3.0-compliant 2 1 left side 2.0A 1-44 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Meets EPA 2.0 level V requirement. Chicony Power (90W) 100-240 Vac, 50-60 Hz, input current ~1.7 Amps 264 Vrms 264 Vac (Cold/Hot start) No damage; Battery Item Vendor & Model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification SANYO AS10D / SONY AS10D41...
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Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features System LED Indicator Lock Item System state HDD access state Communication state Power button backlight Battery state Back up state Arcade module state Finger print module state Specification Realtek RTL8411-CG 64-pin QFN package (Green package) 32 GB Multi-in-1 card reader controller, supporting: Secure Digital™ (SD) Card up to version 3.0, SDHC, SDXC, Mini-SD, Micro-SD (T-Flash) ...
Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features System LED Indicator Lock Item System state HDD access state Communication state Power button backlight Battery state Back up state Arcade module state Finger print module state Specification Realtek RTL8411-CG 64-pin QFN package (Green package) 32 GB Multi-in-1 card reader controller, supporting: Secure Digital™ (SD) Card up to version 3.0, SDHC, SDXC, Mini-SD, Micro-SD (T-Flash) ...
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... to specific models. To change the boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, set to Disabled. use the up and down arrow keys Change parameter value - NOTE: NOTE: System information is subject to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting when a problem arises. If configuration problems occur, the setup utility may need to Enabled. The default parameter of the screen. Read parameter help is set the parameter to run . press F9. Navigation keys appear at the bottom of the screen. use...
... to specific models. To change the boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, set to Disabled. use the up and down arrow keys Change parameter value - NOTE: NOTE: System information is subject to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting when a problem arises. If configuration problems occur, the setup utility may need to Enabled. The default parameter of the screen. Read parameter help is set the parameter to run . press F9. Navigation keys appear at the bottom of the screen. use...
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Figure 2-9. Setup Warning: Invalid Password If new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the Setup Warning dialog appears (Figure 2-9). Setup Warning: Passwords Do Not Match System Utilities 2-11 If the password entered does not match the current password, the screen shows the Setup Warning dialog. (Figure 2-8) Figure 2-8. The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter.
Figure 2-9. Setup Warning: Invalid Password If new password and confirm new password strings do not match, the Setup Warning dialog appears (Figure 2-9). Setup Warning: Passwords Do Not Match System Utilities 2-11 If the password entered does not match the current password, the screen shows the Setup Warning dialog. (Figure 2-8) Figure 2-8. The password setting is complete after the user presses Enter.
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.... Exit Discarding Changes Exit BIOS utility without saving setup item changes to system without exiting. Load Setup Defaults Load setup default values for all setup items. Discard Changes Load previous values of all setup items. Save Changes Save setup item changes to system. Exit 0 The Exit tab allows users to save or discard changes and quit the BIOS Setup Utility. 3.7 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit...
.... Exit Discarding Changes Exit BIOS utility without saving setup item changes to system without exiting. Load Setup Defaults Load setup default values for all setup items. Discard Changes Load previous values of all setup items. Save Changes Save setup item changes to system. Exit 0 The Exit tab allows users to save or discard changes and quit the BIOS Setup Utility. 3.7 Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit...
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... Disabled.) If wrong Supervisor Password is unable to exit the menu. 2. Clear Supervisor Password 3. is displayed on Boot is set to Enabled, the BIOS password can only be used. Supervisor Password Error If user is entered three times, the message System will halt! CAUTION: If BIOS Security menu item Password on Boot is displayed, supervisor password has been removed. 2-20 System Utilities Press any key to obtain correct password then it must be cleared by the Crisis Disk Recovery...
... Disabled.) If wrong Supervisor Password is unable to exit the menu. 2. Clear Supervisor Password 3. is displayed on Boot is set to Enabled, the BIOS password can only be used. Supervisor Password Error If user is entered three times, the message System will halt! CAUTION: If BIOS Security menu item Password on Boot is displayed, supervisor password has been removed. 2-20 System Utilities Press any key to obtain correct password then it must be cleared by the Crisis Disk Recovery...
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...;Status LEDs illuminate If no power, refer to the computer and switch between internal and external by removing the power cable and battery. No Go to Power On Issue Ext. DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? No Display Issues 0 If the Display does not work, perform the following : 1. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : Replace LCD panel/ No LCD cable LCD module...
...;Status LEDs illuminate If no power, refer to the computer and switch between internal and external by removing the power cable and battery. No Go to Power On Issue Ext. DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? No Display Issues 0 If the Display does not work, perform the following : 1. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : Replace LCD panel/ No LCD cable LCD module...
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... pressing Fn+F5. 6. Refer to Disassembly Process. 3. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on the screen), the LCD is properly installed. Remove the drives (refer to the previous version if updated. 5. Check the Device Manager to the desired resolution. Click Apply and check the display. Start the computer. Boot the computer. If...
... pressing Fn+F5. 6. Refer to Disassembly Process. 3. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on the screen), the LCD is properly installed. Remove the drives (refer to the previous version if updated. 5. Check the Device Manager to the desired resolution. Click Apply and check the display. Start the computer. Boot the computer. If...
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... not replace any problems are found . 7. Remove or disconnect all attached devices are supported by a variety of the failure is detected, replace the FRU. If the problem remains, replace the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM BD/CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module PC Cards 4. If no more errors. Remove power...
... not replace any problems are found . 7. Remove or disconnect all attached devices are supported by a variety of the failure is detected, replace the FRU. If the problem remains, replace the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM BD/CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module PC Cards 4. If no more errors. Remove power...
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... BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR BDS Post Code 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Description Enter BDS entry Install Hotkey service ASF Initialization PCI enumeration PCI resource assign complete PCI enumeration complete Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and Mouse initialization Video device initialization Error report device initialization 4-20 Troubleshooting Platform dependence.
... BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS BDS_CONNECT_STD_ERR BDS Post Code 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Description Enter BDS entry Install Hotkey service ASF Initialization PCI enumeration PCI resource assign complete PCI enumeration complete Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and Mouse initialization Video device initialization Error report device initialization 4-20 Troubleshooting Platform dependence.
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...the password check, users need to exit the BIOS Boot Option menu. 4. Keyboard Key Location 3. Execute ClearPwd.EXE under the DOS mode. 5. If a password is displayed, supervisor password has been cleared. 6. Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check 0 If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for the Aspire V3-471 & V3-471G. If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is only for enabling BIOS Recovery. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one hot key for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User...
...the password check, users need to exit the BIOS Boot Option menu. 4. Keyboard Key Location 3. Execute ClearPwd.EXE under the DOS mode. 5. If a password is displayed, supervisor password has been cleared. 6. Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check 0 If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for the Aspire V3-471 & V3-471G. If there is no Password request, BIOS Password is only for enabling BIOS Recovery. The machine provides one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one hot key for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User...
