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... be used to provide further technical details. When ordering FRU parts: Check the most up-to the basic configuration for Acer global product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office may not be noted ... this service guide. General Information This service guide provides all technical information relating to -date information available on cards, modems, or extra memory capabilities). In such cases, contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to order FRU parts for whatever reason, a part number...
... be used to provide further technical details. When ordering FRU parts: Check the most up-to the basic configuration for Acer global product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office may not be noted ... this service guide. General Information This service guide provides all technical information relating to -date information available on cards, modems, or extra memory capabilities). In such cases, contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/channel to order FRU parts for whatever reason, a part number...
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CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications Features ...5 Operating system ...5 Platform ...5 System Memory...5 Display ...5 Privacy Control ...5 Storage Subsystem ...5 Graphics ...5 Audio Subsystem...6 Optical Media Drive ...6 Communication ...6 Dimensions and weight...6 Power Adapter and Battery 6 I/O Ports ...6 Special Keys and Controls 6 Environment ...6 ...
CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications Features ...5 Operating system ...5 Platform ...5 System Memory...5 Display ...5 Privacy Control ...5 Storage Subsystem ...5 Graphics ...5 Audio Subsystem...6 Optical Media Drive ...6 Communication ...6 Dimensions and weight...6 Power Adapter and Battery 6 I/O Ports ...6 Special Keys and Controls 6 Environment ...6 ...
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Computer specifications 19 System Board Major Chips 20 Processor ...21 Processor Specifications 21 CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj 21 System Memory...22 Memory Combinations ...22 Video Interface...22 BIOS...23 LAN Interface ...23 Keyboard ...23 Hard Disk Drive (AVL components 24 Super-Multi Drive...25 BD Drive (N/A) ...26 ...
Computer specifications 19 System Board Major Chips 20 Processor ...21 Processor Specifications 21 CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj 21 System Memory...22 Memory Combinations ...22 Video Interface...22 BIOS...23 LAN Interface ...23 Keyboard ...23 Hard Disk Drive (AVL components 24 Super-Multi Drive...25 BD Drive (N/A) ...26 ...
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Features ...5 Operating system ...5 Platform ...5 System Memory...5 Display ...5 Privacy Control ...5 Storage Subsystem ...5 Graphics ...5 Audio Subsystem...6 Optical Media Drive ...6 Communication ...6 Dimensions and weight...6 Power Adapter and Battery 6 I/O Ports ...6 Special Keys and Controls 6 Environment ...6 ...
Features ...5 Operating system ...5 Platform ...5 System Memory...5 Display ...5 Privacy Control ...5 Storage Subsystem ...5 Graphics ...5 Audio Subsystem...6 Optical Media Drive ...6 Communication ...6 Dimensions and weight...6 Power Adapter and Battery 6 I/O Ports ...6 Special Keys and Controls 6 Environment ...6 ...
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System Board Major Chips 20 Processor ...21 Processor Specifications 21 CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj 21 System Memory...22 Memory Combinations ...22 Video Interface...22 BIOS...23 LAN Interface ...23 Keyboard ...23 Hard Disk Drive (AVL components 24 Super-Multi Drive...25 BD Drive (N/A) ...26 ...
System Board Major Chips 20 Processor ...21 Processor Specifications 21 CPU Fan True Value Table (Tj 21 System Memory...22 Memory Combinations ...22 Video Interface...22 BIOS...23 LAN Interface ...23 Keyboard ...23 Hard Disk Drive (AVL components 24 Super-Multi Drive...25 BD Drive (N/A) ...26 ...
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... and performance. Intel H61 Display Form Factor : special design Size (Max.) : 190*230mm Privacy Control Memory Type : Supports DDR3 1333 DDRIII SODIMM with Dual-channel architecture Socket Type : un-buffered 204 pin SODIMM socket DIMM Slot : 2 ...Gb/s each Storage type support : HDD/CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD Dual/DVD SuperMultiPlus/HD DVD/BlueRay DVD. 5 System Memory The Intel H61 is a summary of the computer's many features: Operating system Windows® 7 Home Premium x86, Windows® 7 Home Basic x86,...
... and performance. Intel H61 Display Form Factor : special design Size (Max.) : 190*230mm Privacy Control Memory Type : Supports DDR3 1333 DDRIII SODIMM with Dual-channel architecture Socket Type : un-buffered 204 pin SODIMM socket DIMM Slot : 2 ...Gb/s each Storage type support : HDD/CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD Dual/DVD SuperMultiPlus/HD DVD/BlueRay DVD. 5 System Memory The Intel H61 is a summary of the computer's many features: Operating system Windows® 7 Home Premium x86, Windows® 7 Home Basic x86,...
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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 Memory Combinations Slot 1 (MB) 0 1024 1024 0 2048 2048 4096 0 4096 Video Interface Item Chipset... Package Interface Compatibility Sampling rate Specification Built in CPU: Conditional self-refresh (Intel® Rapid Memory Power Management (Intel® RMPM)) 1GB, 2GB ,4GB 2 4GB 8GB SO-DIMM DDR3 1066/1333 MHz 1.5 V SODIMM Slot 2 (MB) ...
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 Memory Combinations Slot 1 (MB) 0 1024 1024 0 2048 2048 4096 0 4096 Video Interface Item Chipset... Package Interface Compatibility Sampling rate Specification Built in CPU: Conditional self-refresh (Intel® Rapid Memory Power Management (Intel® RMPM)) 1GB, 2GB ,4GB 2 4GB 8GB SO-DIMM DDR3 1066/1333 MHz 1.5 V SODIMM Slot 2 (MB) ...
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... Book, Mode2 Form1 & 2, Ready, Bridge) CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Super-Multi Drive Item Vendor & Model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Specification HLDS Super-Multi Drive GT32N/GT34N PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE DS-8A5SH with CD Diskette with DVD Diskette Sustained Sustained...
... Book, Mode2 Form1 & 2, Ready, Bridge) CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Super-Multi Drive Item Vendor & Model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Specification HLDS Super-Multi Drive GT32N/GT34N PLDS Super-Multi DRIVE DS-8A5SH with CD Diskette with DVD Diskette Sustained Sustained...
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...: (a) Electrical (Release Button), (b) ATAPI command, (c) Emergency Power Requirement Input Voltage 5 V ± 5% (Operating) BD Drive (N/A) Item Vendor & Model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage LCD 20"/21.5" Item Vendor/Model CMI/M200O3 name -LA3 Screen 20 inches Diagonal (mm...
...: (a) Electrical (Release Button), (b) ATAPI command, (c) Emergency Power Requirement Input Voltage 5 V ± 5% (Operating) BD Drive (N/A) Item Vendor & Model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage LCD 20"/21.5" Item Vendor/Model CMI/M200O3 name -LA3 Screen 20 inches Diagonal (mm...
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Graphics Controller Item VGA Chip Supports Specification Yes Memory Interface Avivo™ Display System Motion Video Acceleration Features Power Management Features Spread-Spectrum Support Internal Thermal Sensor Thermal ...
Graphics Controller Item VGA Chip Supports Specification Yes Memory Interface Avivo™ Display System Motion Video Acceleration Features Power Management Features Spread-Spectrum Support Internal Thermal Sensor Thermal ...
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... latency. Each UHCI Host Controller (UHC) includes a root hub with two separate USB ports each, for a total of battery cell Package configuration VRAM (N/A) Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item USB compliance level EHCI Specification Specification Specification 2.0 The PCH contains seven USB full/low-speed host controllers that support the...
... latency. Each UHCI Host Controller (UHC) includes a root hub with two separate USB ports each, for a total of battery cell Package configuration VRAM (N/A) Item Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item USB compliance level EHCI Specification Specification Specification 2.0 The PCH contains seven USB full/low-speed host controllers that support the...
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... N/A White - Power off N/A System DMA Specification Legacy Mode Power Management DMA0 Not applicable DMA1 Not applicable DMA2 Not applicable DMA3 Not applicable DMA4 Direct memory access controller DMA5 Not applicable DMA6 Not applicable DMA7 Not applicable *Express Card controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5. 34 Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum...
... N/A White - Power off N/A System DMA Specification Legacy Mode Power Management DMA0 Not applicable DMA1 Not applicable DMA2 Not applicable DMA3 Not applicable DMA4 Direct memory access controller DMA5 Not applicable DMA6 Not applicable DMA7 Not applicable *Express Card controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5. 34 Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum...
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... - 08B 08C - 08E 08F 090 - 09F 0A0 - 0A1 0A2 - 0BF 0C0 - 0DF 0E0 - 0EF 0F0 - 0FF 1CE - 1CF 2E8 - 2EF System Function (shipping configuration) Direct memory access controller PCI bus Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Standard PS/2 Keyboard System speaker Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded Controller...
... - 08B 08C - 08E 08F 090 - 09F 0A0 - 0A1 0A2 - 0BF 0C0 - 0DF 0E0 - 0EF 0F0 - 0FF 1CE - 1CF 2E8 - 2EF System Function (shipping configuration) Direct memory access controller PCI bus Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Standard PS/2 Keyboard System speaker Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded Controller...
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... Exit Setup Version 2.10.1207. © Copyright 2002-2011, Acer Inc. BIOS Main 41 Figure 2-1. Actual values may differ by model. Use Tab to switch between Date elements Memory Size Product Name System Serial Number Asset Tag Number System Date System Time 4096MB Aspire Z1620 [Thu 04/21/2011] [06:24:59] Move Enter...
... Exit Setup Version 2.10.1207. © Copyright 2002-2011, Acer Inc. BIOS Main 41 Figure 2-1. Actual values may differ by model. Use Tab to switch between Date elements Memory Size Product Name System Serial Number Asset Tag Number System Date System Time 4096MB Aspire Z1620 [Thu 04/21/2011] [06:24:59] Move Enter...
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Table 2-1. BIOS Main Parameter Version Build Date EC Firmware Processor Core Frequency Count Memory Size Product Name System Serial Number Asset Tag Number System Date System Time Description BIOS version Creation date of BIOS System EC version CPU (central processing unit) type Speed of system Amount of cores Memory size available Product name of the system Serial number of unit Asset tag number of system BIOS system date BIOS system time in Figure 2-1. Table 2-1 describes the parameters shown in 24-hour format 42
Table 2-1. BIOS Main Parameter Version Build Date EC Firmware Processor Core Frequency Count Memory Size Product Name System Serial Number Asset Tag Number System Date System Time Description BIOS version Creation date of BIOS System EC version CPU (central processing unit) type Speed of system Amount of cores Memory size available Product name of the system Serial number of unit Asset tag number of system BIOS system date BIOS system time in Figure 2-1. Table 2-1 describes the parameters shown in 24-hour format 42
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...utility is used . Refer to update the system BIOS Flash ROM. NOTE: BIOS Flash utility has auto execution function. 52 NOTE: Do not install memory related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when BIOS Flash is used . Prepare a bootable USB HDD. 2. Use the Flash utility to BIOS Recovery by... HDD. 3. Boot system from bootable USB HDD. NOTE: Use AC adaptor power supply when running BIOS Flash utility. BIOS Flash Utilities BIOS Flash memory updates are required for the following to run BIOS Flash. 1. Perform the following conditions: New versions of system programs New ...
...utility is used . Refer to update the system BIOS Flash ROM. NOTE: BIOS Flash utility has auto execution function. 52 NOTE: Do not install memory related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when BIOS Flash is used . Prepare a bootable USB HDD. 2. Use the Flash utility to BIOS Recovery by... HDD. 3. Boot system from bootable USB HDD. NOTE: Use AC adaptor power supply when running BIOS Flash utility. BIOS Flash Utilities BIOS Flash memory updates are required for the following to run BIOS Flash. 1. Perform the following conditions: New versions of system programs New ...
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...be replaced. Make sure the computer has power by removing the power cable and battery. Connect the power and reboot the computer. 5. Reseat the memory modules. 10.Remove the drives (Refer to Online Support Information. Refer to its highest level. Adjust the brightness to Maintenance Flowchart. 3. Connect .... If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8. 2. Drain stored power by checking for one until the failure point is faulty and should be replaced.
...be replaced. Make sure the computer has power by removing the power cable and battery. Connect the power and reboot the computer. 5. Reseat the memory modules. 10.Remove the drives (Refer to Online Support Information. Refer to its highest level. Adjust the brightness to Maintenance Flowchart. 3. Connect .... If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8. 2. Drain stored power by checking for one until the failure point is faulty and should be replaced.
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... prompts. 9. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks There are no device conflicts No hardware is properly installed. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on the desktop and select Personalize Display Settings. Click and drag the Resolution slider to...
... prompts. 9. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks There are no device conflicts No hardware is properly installed. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the on the desktop and select Personalize Display Settings. Click and drag the Resolution slider to...
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... is discovered, follow the on-screen information to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. When the Install Windows screen appears, click Next. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are free...
... is discovered, follow the on-screen information to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. When the Install Windows screen appears, click Next. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are free...
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... VGA Connector SATA Connector Sys Fan Connector IR Connector PW Connector PSU Connector P/S 2 mouse Connector USB Connector Card reader Connector USB 3.0 Connector Mic-in Connector Memory Connector WLAN Connector 126
... VGA Connector SATA Connector Sys Fan Connector IR Connector PW Connector PSU Connector P/S 2 mouse Connector USB Connector Card reader Connector USB 3.0 Connector Mic-in Connector Memory Connector WLAN Connector 126