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... these instructions carefully. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. These openings must not be sure to prevent battery leakage, Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this document for plug as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be blocked or covered.
... these instructions carefully. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. These openings must not be sure to prevent battery leakage, Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this document for plug as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be blocked or covered.
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... Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector IEEE 1394/FireWire jack (selected models only) Backup button (selected models only) Removable hard drivecarriers (selected models only) S/PDIF port (selected models only) PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack Serial port (selected models...
... Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector IEEE 1394/FireWire jack (selected models only) Backup button (selected models only) Removable hard drivecarriers (selected models only) S/PDIF port (selected models only) PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack Serial port (selected models...
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...; Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use your computer according to the steps below: 1 Turn on the system. Starting...
...; Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use your computer according to the steps below: 1 Turn on the system. Starting...
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... peripheral devices. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card (selected models only) You can only use components compatible with your new components. System upgrade You can expand your AcerSystem system. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer...
... peripheral devices. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card (selected models only) You can only use components compatible with your new components. System upgrade You can expand your AcerSystem system. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer...
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... LED is not lit, no power is followed by easy answers and solutions to the RCD instruction sheet. Insert the startup disk you may have to perform the recovery process to its original default factory settings. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you created during the use of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable...
... LED is not lit, no power is followed by easy answers and solutions to the RCD instruction sheet. Insert the startup disk you may have to perform the recovery process to its original default factory settings. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you created during the use of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable...
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... drive by using the correct type of your USB keyboard to toggle from the computer. Contact your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the taskbar. A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers...
... drive by using the correct type of your USB keyboard to toggle from the computer. Contact your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the taskbar. A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers...
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... site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean your monitor Make sure that you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If you want to contact a service technician • If...
... site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean your monitor Make sure that you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If you want to contact a service technician • If...
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... make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse dialing, when this appliance may also cause a false answer condition. In order to its network. Should such problems occur, the user...
... make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse dialing, when this appliance may also cause a false answer condition. In order to its network. Should such problems occur, the user...
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... Unit Disassembly 29 Removing the Side Panel 31 Removing the Front Bezel 32 Removing the Heatsink Fan Assembly 34 Removing the Processor 35 Removing the Optical Drive 36 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 38 Removing the Power Supply 39 Removing the Memory Modules 41 Removing an Expansion Card 42 Removing the Front I/O and Card Reader Boards 44 Removing the Mainboard 47 Removing the Top Bezel 49 System Troubleshooting 51 Hardware Diagnostic Procedure 51 System Check Procedures 52 Power System Check 52 System External...
... Unit Disassembly 29 Removing the Side Panel 31 Removing the Front Bezel 32 Removing the Heatsink Fan Assembly 34 Removing the Processor 35 Removing the Optical Drive 36 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 38 Removing the Power Supply 39 Removing the Memory Modules 41 Removing an Expansion Card 42 Removing the Front I/O and Card Reader Boards 44 Removing the Mainboard 47 Removing the Top Bezel 49 System Troubleshooting 51 Hardware Diagnostic Procedure 51 System Check Procedures 52 Power System Check 52 System External...
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... or dual-channel memory mode Maximum of the system depends on the model purchased. The exact configuration of 8 GB supported Media storage Super-Multi DVD drive BD Combo, BD-ROM, BD-RW drive SATA hard disk drive Serial ATA controller Embedded SATA controllers Two SATA ports eSATA port Audio HD audio codec ALC888S Five audio jacks Networking Marvell 88E1116 Intel WG82567V Gigabit NIC One Gigabit Ethernet LAN port...
... or dual-channel memory mode Maximum of the system depends on the model purchased. The exact configuration of 8 GB supported Media storage Super-Multi DVD drive BD Combo, BD-ROM, BD-RW drive SATA hard disk drive Serial ATA controller Embedded SATA controllers Two SATA ports eSATA port Audio HD audio codec ALC888S Five audio jacks Networking Marvell 88E1116 Intel WG82567V Gigabit NIC One Gigabit Ethernet LAN port...
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... Boot Quiet Boot 1st/2nd/3rd/4th Boot Device Hard Disk Drive Priority Optical Disk Drive Priority Removable Device Priority Network Device Priority Bootup Num-Lock USB Beep Message Description Option Allows you to decrease the time it takes to access the Optical Disk Drive Priority submenu and specify the boot device priority sequence from available CD/DVD drives. Selects power on state for Num Lock. On Off Enables or disables BIOS to display error beeps or messages during startup. LAN Press Enter to access the Network Device...
... Boot Quiet Boot 1st/2nd/3rd/4th Boot Device Hard Disk Drive Priority Optical Disk Drive Priority Removable Device Priority Network Device Priority Bootup Num-Lock USB Beep Message Description Option Allows you to decrease the time it takes to access the Optical Disk Drive Priority submenu and specify the boot device priority sequence from available CD/DVD drives. Selects power on state for Num Lock. On Off Enables or disables BIOS to display error beeps or messages during startup. LAN Press Enter to access the Network Device...
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... unauthorized access to six alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) 3. Type a password then press Enter. Press F10. 5. Type the original password then press Enter. 3. Press F10. 6. BIOS Security Features CMOS Setup Utility - The password may consist up to the BIOS Setup Utility. Select Yes to save the new password and close the Setup Utility. Use the up /down arrow keys to verify the first entry then press Enter again. 5. Retype the password to select a password parameter (Change Supervisor Password or Change User Password) menu...
... unauthorized access to six alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) 3. Type a password then press Enter. Press F10. 5. Type the original password then press Enter. 3. Press F10. 6. BIOS Security Features CMOS Setup Utility - The password may consist up to the BIOS Setup Utility. Select Yes to save the new password and close the Setup Utility. Use the up /down arrow keys to verify the first entry then press Enter again. 5. Retype the password to select a password parameter (Change Supervisor Password or Change User Password) menu...
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Main Unit Disassembly X3400 MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT Ax2 SIDE PANEL FRONT BEZEL HEATSINK FAN ASSEMBLY PROCESSOR Cx2 HDD-ODD BRACKET Ax3, Bx1 POWER SUPPLY MEMORY MODULES PCI CARD Bx1 FRONT I/O AND CARD READER BOARD BRACKET Bx6 MAINBOARD Bx2 OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Dx4 HDD MODULE HDD Ax1 TV TUNER CARD or NETWORK CARD or GRAPHICS CARD Bx2 FRONT I/O BOARD Bx2 CARD READER BOARD Chapter 3 29
Main Unit Disassembly X3400 MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT Ax2 SIDE PANEL FRONT BEZEL HEATSINK FAN ASSEMBLY PROCESSOR Cx2 HDD-ODD BRACKET Ax3, Bx1 POWER SUPPLY MEMORY MODULES PCI CARD Bx1 FRONT I/O AND CARD READER BOARD BRACKET Bx6 MAINBOARD Bx2 OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Dx4 HDD MODULE HDD Ax1 TV TUNER CARD or NETWORK CARD or GRAPHICS CARD Bx2 FRONT I/O BOARD Bx2 CARD READER BOARD Chapter 3 29
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X5400 MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT Ax2 SIDE PANEL FRONT BEZEL HEATSINK FAN ASSEMBLY PROCESSOR Cx2 HDD-ODD BRACKET Ax3, Bx1 POWER SUPPLY MEMORY MODULES PCI CARD Bx1 FRONT I/O AND CARD READER BOARD BRACKET Bx6 MAINBOARD Screw List Code A B C D TOP BEZEL Screw #6-32 L5 BZN M3xL5 BZN #6-32*3/16 NI #6-32 L6 NI 30 Bx2 OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Dx4 HDD MODULE HDD Ax1 TV TUNER CARD or NETWORK CARD or GRAPHICS CARD Bx2 FRONT I/O BOARD Bx2 CARD READER BOARD Part No. 86.00J07.B60 86.1A324.5R0 86.5A5B6.012 86.00J44.C60 Chapter 3
X5400 MAIN UNIT DISASSEMBLY MAIN UNIT Ax2 SIDE PANEL FRONT BEZEL HEATSINK FAN ASSEMBLY PROCESSOR Cx2 HDD-ODD BRACKET Ax3, Bx1 POWER SUPPLY MEMORY MODULES PCI CARD Bx1 FRONT I/O AND CARD READER BOARD BRACKET Bx6 MAINBOARD Screw List Code A B C D TOP BEZEL Screw #6-32 L5 BZN M3xL5 BZN #6-32*3/16 NI #6-32 L6 NI 30 Bx2 OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Dx4 HDD MODULE HDD Ax1 TV TUNER CARD or NETWORK CARD or GRAPHICS CARD Bx2 FRONT I/O BOARD Bx2 CARD READER BOARD Part No. 86.00J07.B60 86.1A324.5R0 86.5A5B6.012 86.00J44.C60 Chapter 3
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... it only displays checkpoints that occur after the video card has been activated. Perform keyboard controller BAT test. If memory sizing module not executed, start memory refresh and do memory sizing in scratch CMOS. Main BIOS checksum is forced. Leaves all checkpoints generated by the BIOS requires a checkpoint card, also referred to execute serial flash. Checkpoints are ISA or PCI add-in cards that flat mode is disabled. Go to BIOS POST...
... it only displays checkpoints that occur after the video card has been activated. Perform keyboard controller BAT test. If memory sizing module not executed, start memory refresh and do memory sizing in scratch CMOS. Main BIOS checksum is forced. Leaves all checkpoints generated by the BIOS requires a checkpoint card, also referred to execute serial flash. Checkpoints are ISA or PCI add-in cards that flat mode is disabled. Go to BIOS POST...
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... modules for displaying text information. Set the window for ADM. Initializes the CPU. Initialize BIOS, POST, Runtime data area. Check CMOS diagnostic byte to determine if battery power is OK and CMOS checksum is being done on default values and clear passwords. Detects the presence of the BIOS. See DIM Code Checkpoints section for system timer interrupt. Also, update the Kernel Variables. Initialize System Management Interrupt. Enable IRQ...
... modules for displaying text information. Set the window for ADM. Initializes the CPU. Initialize BIOS, POST, Runtime data area. Check CMOS diagnostic byte to determine if battery power is OK and CMOS checksum is being done on default values and clear passwords. Detects the presence of the BIOS. See DIM Code Checkpoints section for system timer interrupt. Also, update the Kernel Variables. Initialize System Management Interrupt. Enable IRQ...
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.... Updates CMOS memory size from base memory. Initializes NUM-LOCK status and programs the KBD typematic rate. Initializes IPL devices controlled by BIOS and option ROMs. Generate and write contents of chipset registers. Display errors to OS. Late POST initialization of system management interrupt. Late POST initialization of chipset registers. Check boot password if installed. Takes care of the MTRR's. Fill the free area in system RAM...
.... Updates CMOS memory size from base memory. Initializes NUM-LOCK status and programs the KBD typematic rate. Initializes IPL devices controlled by BIOS and option ROMs. Generate and write contents of chipset registers. Display errors to OS. Late POST initialization of system management interrupt. Late POST initialization of chipset registers. Check boot password if installed. Takes care of the MTRR's. Fill the free area in system RAM...
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... uses a PROM or EPROM). A PCI adapter generated an I /O conflict PCI ROM conflict PCI IRQ conflict PCI IRQ routing table error Timer Error Refresh timer test failed Interrupt Controller-1 error Description Error initializing primary DMA controller. There was unable to figure out how to route an IRQ to appear when a brand new CPU is a fatal error, often indication a problem with an outdated BIOS. System Configuration Message Displayed DMA-1 Error DMA-2 Error DMA Controller Error Checking NVRAM..Update...
... uses a PROM or EPROM). A PCI adapter generated an I /O conflict PCI ROM conflict PCI IRQ conflict PCI IRQ routing table error Timer Error Refresh timer test failed Interrupt Controller-1 error Description Error initializing primary DMA controller. There was unable to figure out how to route an IRQ to appear when a brand new CPU is a fatal error, often indication a problem with an outdated BIOS. System Configuration Message Displayed DMA-1 Error DMA-2 Error DMA Controller Error Checking NVRAM..Update...
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... CMOS battery needs to reboot the machine. Error code = 004Ah Unknown BIOS error. PS2 Mouse support is enabled in the AMIBIOS8 ROM. The POST will load and use default CMOS settings. This message is displayed when ADM module is not present in the BIOS setup but the device is not present in the setup. This message is displayed when language module is not detected. CMOS Battery is initialized. CMOS settings are invalid. A reset or power cycle is locked. The password entered...
... CMOS battery needs to reboot the machine. Error code = 004Ah Unknown BIOS error. PS2 Mouse support is enabled in the AMIBIOS8 ROM. The POST will load and use default CMOS settings. This message is displayed when ADM module is not present in the BIOS setup but the device is not present in the setup. This message is displayed when language module is not detected. CMOS Battery is initialized. CMOS settings are invalid. A reset or power cycle is locked. The password entered...
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... Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type SATA Interface Specification nVIDIA GeForce 8200 (MCP78PV) + Marvell 88E1116 Intel WG82567V Gigabit NIC 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Item SATA controller Connectors Audio Interface Specification Embedded SATA controller Two onboard SATA ports and one eSATA port Item Audio controller Connectors Specification HD audio codec ALC888S Audio 5.1 channel Keyboard and Input Devices Item Controller Connectors Specification nVIDIA GeForce 8200 (MCP78PV) + SIO ITE8720 • PS2 keyboard and mouse connector • Nine USB ports (five on front and four on rear...
... Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type SATA Interface Specification nVIDIA GeForce 8200 (MCP78PV) + Marvell 88E1116 Intel WG82567V Gigabit NIC 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Item SATA controller Connectors Audio Interface Specification Embedded SATA controller Two onboard SATA ports and one eSATA port Item Audio controller Connectors Specification HD audio codec ALC888S Audio 5.1 channel Keyboard and Input Devices Item Controller Connectors Specification nVIDIA GeForce 8200 (MCP78PV) + SIO ITE8720 • PS2 keyboard and mouse connector • Nine USB ports (five on front and four on rear...