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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 6 Your Computer tour 7 Front View 7 Right View 8 Left View 9 Rear View 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Windows Keys 12 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 13 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 CMOS Setup Utility 24 Product Information ...
Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 6 Your Computer tour 7 Front View 7 Right View 8 Left View 9 Rear View 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Windows Keys 12 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 13 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 CMOS Setup Utility 24 Product Information ...
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System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating system • Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (Touch Pack) Processor Z5710 • Intel® Core™ i7-860/i7-870 processor (8 MB L3 cache, 2.80/2.93 GHz, with Turbo ... (8 MB L3 cache, 2.66 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.20 GHz, DDR3 1333 MHz, 95 W), supporting Intel® EM64T Technology, Intel® Virtualization Technology Z5700/Z5710 • Intel® Core™ i5-650/i5-660/i5-670 processor (4 MB L3 cache, 3.20/3.33/3.46 GHz, DDR3 1333 MHz, 73 W), supporting...
System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating system • Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (Touch Pack) Processor Z5710 • Intel® Core™ i7-860/i7-870 processor (8 MB L3 cache, 2.80/2.93 GHz, with Turbo ... (8 MB L3 cache, 2.66 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.20 GHz, DDR3 1333 MHz, 95 W), supporting Intel® EM64T Technology, Intel® Virtualization Technology Z5700/Z5710 • Intel® Core™ i5-650/i5-660/i5-670 processor (4 MB L3 cache, 3.20/3.33/3.46 GHz, DDR3 1333 MHz, 73 W), supporting...
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Graphics Z5710 • • • • • • • • Z5700 • NVIDIA® GeForce® G210M with 512 MB of dedicated DDR3 VRAM, supporting NVIDIA® CUDA™, PhysX™, PureVideo® HD technology, OpenEXR ... x 1080 pixel resolution, high brightness (300-nit), TFT LCD 16:9 aspect ratio 5 ms response time 16.7 million colors 1000:1 (ACM) contrast ratio Touchscreen • Integrated Windows® 7 compliant multi-touch capable optical solution Hard drive Hard disk drive • 500/640/750 GB / 1 TB 7200 RPM • 1/1.5/2 TB 5400 RPM Solid...
Graphics Z5710 • • • • • • • • Z5700 • NVIDIA® GeForce® G210M with 512 MB of dedicated DDR3 VRAM, supporting NVIDIA® CUDA™, PhysX™, PureVideo® HD technology, OpenEXR ... x 1080 pixel resolution, high brightness (300-nit), TFT LCD 16:9 aspect ratio 5 ms response time 16.7 million colors 1000:1 (ACM) contrast ratio Touchscreen • Integrated Windows® 7 compliant multi-touch capable optical solution Hard drive Hard disk drive • 500/640/750 GB / 1 TB 7200 RPM • 1/1.5/2 TB 5400 RPM Solid...
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... combination with keys that have alternate functions defined, such as shown below. Press + < > to find out more about the function key actions. See "Windows Keys" on page 12. Press this key to decrease the brightness of the display. This key can also be used in... Windows. Chapter 1 11 Press this key to open the Windows Start menu. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. Press + < > to open utilities. Function keys Audio playback keys ...
... combination with keys that have alternate functions defined, such as shown below. Press + < > to find out more about the function key actions. See "Windows Keys" on page 12. Press this key to decrease the brightness of the display. This key can also be used in... Windows. Chapter 1 11 Press this key to open the Windows Start menu. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. Press + < > to open utilities. Function keys Audio playback keys ...
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...can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a ...< > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on your edition of Windows 7 some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as described...
...can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a ...< > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on your edition of Windows 7 some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as described...
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... 73W 73W 87W 73W Cache Size 4M 4M 4M 4M 4M 4M 8M 8M 8M Package FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA Acer P/N KC.53001.CI3 KC.54001.CI3 KC.65001.CI5 KC.66001.CI5 KC.66101.CI5 KC.67001.CI5 KC.75001.CI5 KC.86001.CI7 KC.... • ACPI 3.0 Compliance/Support, S0, S1, S3, S4, S5. • Boot Block Recovery mode from CD-ROM/USB FDD/USB CD- Specification Built in DOS/Windows. • Quiet/Quick Boot. • Support SLP 1.0/2.1. • Support Power On by LAN/RTC. • Support Wake up by Keyboard/Mouse. • Support SMBIOS V2...
... 73W 73W 87W 73W Cache Size 4M 4M 4M 4M 4M 4M 8M 8M 8M Package FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA FCBGA Acer P/N KC.53001.CI3 KC.54001.CI3 KC.65001.CI5 KC.66001.CI5 KC.66101.CI5 KC.67001.CI5 KC.75001.CI5 KC.86001.CI7 KC.... • ACPI 3.0 Compliance/Support, S0, S1, S3, S4, S5. • Boot Block Recovery mode from CD-ROM/USB FDD/USB CD- Specification Built in DOS/Windows. • Quiet/Quick Boot. • Support SLP 1.0/2.1. • Support Power On by LAN/RTC. • Support Wake up by Keyboard/Mouse. • Support SMBIOS V2...
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... (b) 2412 ~ 2484MHz ISM band 1---14 channels for active channels 802.11b data rate: 11,5.5,2,1 Mbps with various capacities to +80°C Touchscreen Item Touchscreen Specifications Windows 7 multitouch and gestures Chapter 1 15 USB Port Chipset Item SB710 embedded Specification USB compliance level OHCI Number of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. You...
... (b) 2412 ~ 2484MHz ISM band 1---14 channels for active channels 802.11b data rate: 11,5.5,2,1 Mbps with various capacities to +80°C Touchscreen Item Touchscreen Specifications Windows 7 multitouch and gestures Chapter 1 15 USB Port Chipset Item SB710 embedded Specification USB compliance level OHCI Number of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. You...
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Not available with this model Item Chipset Throughput Compliance level Specification 18 Chapter 1 Keyboard Controller Item Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Hotkeys Specification IT8512E/NX-L embedded Bluetooth Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Connector type Specification Broadcom BCM2046, Bluetooth2.1 + EDR, USB interface module Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR ...
Not available with this model Item Chipset Throughput Compliance level Specification 18 Chapter 1 Keyboard Controller Item Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Hotkeys Specification IT8512E/NX-L embedded Bluetooth Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Connector type Specification Broadcom BCM2046, Bluetooth2.1 + EDR, USB interface module Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR ...
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... driver. If the device displays a down menu. 5. Click Properties. Check that the software used for the selected media: IMPORTANT:Region can not be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is the factory default. Select the Recording tab. Discs Do Not Burn Properly If discs can only be burned, perform...
... driver. If the device displays a down menu. 5. Click Properties. Check that the software used for the selected media: IMPORTANT:Region can not be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is the factory default. Select the Recording tab. Discs Do Not Burn Properly If discs can only be burned, perform...
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... with alternate discs, the original disc is checked and click OK. Reseat the drive ensuring and all cables are connected correctly. 5. b. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one of the ODDs specified in the ATAPI Model Name field on page 42. 157 Chapter 4 Remove...
... with alternate discs, the original disc is checked and click OK. Reseat the drive ensuring and all cables are connected correctly. 5. b. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one of the ODDs specified in the ATAPI Model Name field on page 42. 157 Chapter 4 Remove...
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..., the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on page 42. 5. c. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Readjust if necessary. 6. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. Reboot the computer. 2. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is still not... device conflicts. • No hardware is correctly configured: a. If the Issue is properly installed. See "Disassembly Process" on page 192. 10. Minimize or close all Windows.
..., the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on page 42. 5. c. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Readjust if necessary. 6. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. Reboot the computer. 2. NOTE: Ensure that : • The device is still not... device conflicts. • No hardware is correctly configured: a. If the Issue is properly installed. See "Disassembly Process" on page 192. 10. Minimize or close all Windows.
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...if controller drives are correct and that CD/DVD drive is virus free. 3. Select Startup Repair. h. Ensure all external devices. 2. Run the Windows 7 Startup Repair Utility: a. f. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using up-to-date software to check the events ...the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Replace the HDD. When complete, click Finish. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 10. If the issue is discovered, follow the onscreen information to the previous version if updated recently. 165 Chapter 4 Remove...
...if controller drives are correct and that CD/DVD drive is virus free. 3. Select Startup Repair. h. Ensure all external devices. 2. Run the Windows 7 Startup Repair Utility: a. f. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using up-to-date software to check the events ...the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Replace the HDD. When complete, click Finish. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 10. If the issue is discovered, follow the onscreen information to the previous version if updated recently. 165 Chapter 4 Remove...
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..., and any kind of document for more information. USB controllers are initialized at this checkpoint. Late POST initialization of chipset registers. Chapter 4 170 Set the window for ADM. Initialize RTC date/time. Display total memory in CPU, ... Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in the system. Updates CMOS...
..., and any kind of document for more information. USB controllers are initialized at this checkpoint. Late POST initialization of chipset registers. Chapter 4 170 Set the window for ADM. Initialize RTC date/time. Display total memory in CPU, ... Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in the system. Updates CMOS...
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... next diskette if multiple diskettes are set to an automatic configuration and configures all onboard peripherals that include manual configured onboard peripherals, memory and I/O decode windows in root directory of Beeps 1 3 6 7 Description Memory refresh timer error. Boot Output Device Initialization (function 2). IPL Device Initialization (function 4); Boot Block Beep Codes Number of...
... next diskette if multiple diskettes are set to an automatic configuration and configures all onboard peripherals that include manual configured onboard peripherals, memory and I/O decode windows in root directory of Beeps 1 3 6 7 Description Memory refresh timer error. Boot Output Device Initialization (function 2). IPL Device Initialization (function 4); Boot Block Beep Codes Number of...
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... peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the Aspire one series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under OS Linux, Windows® XP Home Edition, Windows® Vista, Windows® 7 Home Premium, Windows® 7 Professional, and Windows® 7 Starter. Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility...
... peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the Aspire one series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under OS Linux, Windows® XP Home Edition, Windows® Vista, Windows® 7 Home Premium, Windows® 7 Professional, and Windows® 7 Starter. Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility...
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... Flowchart 42 Model Definition 188 O Online Support Information 192 P Panel 7 front 7 S System Block Diagram 6 T Test Compatible Components 190 U Undetermined Problems 167 utility BIOS 23-36 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 190 193
... Flowchart 42 Model Definition 188 O Online Support Information 192 P Panel 7 front 7 S System Block Diagram 6 T Test Compatible Components 190 U Undetermined Problems 167 utility BIOS 23-36 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 190 193