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... guide. When ordering FRU parts: Check the most up-to-date information available on cards, modems, or extra memory capabilities). The list provided by your regional Acer office must be noted in this generic service guide. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made..., it may have decided to order FRU parts for Acer global product offering. Acer-authorized Service Providers: Your Acer office may not be used to extend the functionality of customer machines. IV General Information This service guide provides ...
... guide. When ordering FRU parts: Check the most up-to-date information available on cards, modems, or extra memory capabilities). The list provided by your regional Acer office must be noted in this generic service guide. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made..., it may have decided to order FRU parts for Acer global product offering. Acer-authorized Service Providers: Your Acer office may not be used to extend the functionality of customer machines. IV General Information This service guide provides ...
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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 ...61548; Memory Size Max. : Up to 8 GB Storage Subsystem Graphics Onboard graphic solution: w/ Intel CPU One VGA(D-sub) port on ...
... 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 ...61548; Memory Size Max. : Up to 8 GB Storage Subsystem Graphics Onboard graphic solution: w/ Intel CPU One VGA(D-sub) port on ...
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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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.../ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Standard Data CD-ROM XA (Mode2 Form1 & 2) - 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...
.../ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Standard Data CD-ROM XA (Mode2 Form1 & 2) - 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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... Off - 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...
... Off - 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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...Optimized Defaults Setting F10:Save & Exit Setup ECS:Discard Change and Exit Setup Version 2.10.1207. © Copyright 2002-2011, Acer Inc. BIOS Main 41 Figure 2-1. Main BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Security BootOptions Exit System BIOS Version P01-A0 Build Date XX/...-2300 CPU Core Frequency 2.8GHz Count 4 Set the Date. 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:Select +/-/space:Change Opt. ...
...Optimized Defaults Setting F10:Save & Exit Setup ECS:Discard Change and Exit Setup Version 2.10.1207. © Copyright 2002-2011, Acer Inc. BIOS Main 41 Figure 2-1. Main BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Security BootOptions Exit System BIOS Version P01-A0 Build Date XX/...-2300 CPU Core Frequency 2.8GHz Count 4 Set the Date. 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:Select +/-/space:Change Opt. ...
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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 Table 2-1.
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... Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Prepare a bootable USB HDD. 2. NOTE: BIOS Flash utility has auto execution function. 52 BIOS Flash Utilities BIOS Flash memory updates are required for the following to run BIOS Flash. 1. Copy Flash utilities to finish loading BIOS Flash, do not boot system. NOTE: If a Crisis... . If battery pack does not contain power to bootable USB HDD. 3. Use the Flash utility to BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk. NOTE: Do not install memory related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when BIOS Flash is used . Refer to update the system BIOS Flash ROM.
... Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Prepare a bootable USB HDD. 2. NOTE: BIOS Flash utility has auto execution function. 52 BIOS Flash Utilities BIOS Flash memory updates are required for the following to run BIOS Flash. 1. Copy Flash utilities to finish loading BIOS Flash, do not boot system. NOTE: If a Crisis... . If battery pack does not contain power to bootable USB HDD. 3. Use the Flash utility to BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk. NOTE: Do not install memory related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when BIOS Flash is used . Refer to update the system BIOS Flash ROM.
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Make sure the computer has power by pressing Fn+F5. 6. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8. Refer to Maintenance Flowchart. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the application. 110 Refer to ... start up Status LEDs illuminate If no power, Refer to Maintenance Flowchart. If the POST or video appears on adjusting the settings. Reseat the memory modules. 10.Remove the drives (Refer to Maintenance Flowchart). 11.If the Issue is by checking for one until the failure point is faulty and...
Make sure the computer has power by pressing Fn+F5. 6. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8. Refer to Maintenance Flowchart. If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the application. 110 Refer to ... start up Status LEDs illuminate If no power, Refer to Maintenance Flowchart. If the POST or video appears on adjusting the settings. Reseat the memory modules. 10.Remove the drives (Refer to Maintenance Flowchart). 11.If the Issue is by checking for one until the failure point is faulty and...
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... driver. 6. 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...
... driver. 6. 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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... required. c. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are free of obstructions. 5. When complete, click Finish.If an issue is virus free. 3. b. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. When the Install Windows screen appears, click Next. Insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. Select...
... required. c. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are free of obstructions. 5. When complete, click Finish.If an issue is virus free. 3. b. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. When the Install Windows screen appears, click Next. Insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. Select...
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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 Table 5-1.
... 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 Table 5-1.