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...Indicators 10 TouchPad Basics 11 Using the Keyboard 12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility... 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot ...
...Indicators 10 TouchPad Basics 11 Using the Keyboard 12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility... 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot ...
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... BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 143 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 145 Aspire 5517 Exploded Diagrams 146 Main Assembly 146 Base Assembly 148 Rear Assembly 149 Aspire 5517 FRU List 150 Model Definition and Configuration 160 Test Compatible Components 163 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 164 Online Support Information 167 IX
... BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 143 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 145 Aspire 5517 Exploded Diagrams 146 Main Assembly 146 Base Assembly 148 Rear Assembly 149 Aspire 5517 FRU List 150 Model Definition and Configuration 160 Test Compatible Components 163 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 164 Online Support Information 167 IX
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System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor • AMD Athlon™ 64 single-core processor • AMD M780G Chipset ...
System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista™ Platform • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor • AMD Athlon™ 64 single-core processor • AMD M780G Chipset ...
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... • Battery: 6-cell AS2009A Special keys and controls • 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Supports Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version • Support for Home key and Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version • Multi-language support I/O interface • VGA port, 15 pins • DC-IN port for adapter...
... • Battery: 6-cell AS2009A Special keys and controls • 99-/100-/103-key keyboard • Supports Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version • Support for Home key and Application keys for Windows XP/Linux version • Multi-language support I/O interface • VGA port, 15 pins • DC-IN port for adapter...
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... on and off Hold while using cursorcontrol keys. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on embedded keypad...
... on and off Hold while using cursorcontrol keys. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on embedded keypad...
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... computers (if you are on a network) + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; It 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 edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as described. it launches the Start menu. Chapter 1 13 it ...
... computers (if you are on a network) + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; It 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 edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as described. it launches the Start menu. Chapter 1 13 it ...
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...display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this function, please go to complete the process. To access this monitor. Acer Gridvista is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of a well... of the four display settings indicated below: Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is simple to be partitioned independently. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3.
...display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this function, please go to complete the process. To access this monitor. Acer Gridvista is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of a well... of the four display settings indicated below: Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is simple to be partitioned independently. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3.
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... and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller EM-7T Package Features • Touchpad pointing device Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell...
... and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller EM-7T Package Features • Touchpad pointing device Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Windows logo key Yes Hotkeys See "Hot Keys" on page 14. Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Normal Voltage Package configuration Specification 6 Cell...
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...: dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789 4 ). Write UUID to EEPROM ( Create UUID from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx ...Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acet Asstag Write Product Name to EEPROM Input: dmitools /wp Acer Write Serial Number to the operating system (Windows, etc.). Read DMI Information from Intel WFM20.pdf ) Input: dmitools /wu 5). Chapter 2 39 To ...
...: dmitools /ws 01234567890123456789 4 ). Write UUID to EEPROM ( Create UUID from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx ...Asset Tag (Type3, Offset04h): Acet Asstag Write Product Name to EEPROM Input: dmitools /wp Acer Write Serial Number to the operating system (Windows, etc.). Read DMI Information from Intel WFM20.pdf ) Input: dmitools /wu 5). Chapter 2 39 To ...
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... locations on page 167. 10. If the computer is faulty and should be replaced. Minimize or close all Windows. If the display is too dim at a time to the desired resolution. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Reboot the computer. 2. See "Disassembly Process" on...
... locations on page 167. 10. If the computer is faulty and should be replaced. Minimize or close all Windows. If the display is too dim at a time to the desired resolution. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Reboot the computer. 2. See "Disassembly Process" on...
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... b. c. i. Restart the computer and press F2 to locate and resolve issues with the computer. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to the operating system DVD. The... Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to resolve the problem. 4. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. ...
... b. c. i. Restart the computer and press F2 to locate and resolve issues with the computer. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 5. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to the operating system DVD. The... Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to resolve the problem. 4. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. ...
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... media and devices. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. Select the Recording tab. Discs Do Not Burn Properly If discs can only be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is not removed from the drop down menu. 5. After Changes remaining reaches zero, the region cannot be burned, perform the...
... media and devices. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives. Select the Recording tab. Discs Do Not Burn Properly If discs can only be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is not removed from the drop down menu. 5. After Changes remaining reaches zero, the region cannot be burned, perform the...
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Ensure that the drive is checked and click OK. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one of the ODDs specified in "Hardware Specifications and Configurations" on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Turn ...
Ensure that the drive is checked and click OK. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one of the ODDs specified in "Hardware Specifications and Configurations" on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Turn ...
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... associated software. 7. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is still not resolved, see Windows Help and Support. 10. If the Issue is listed under Other Devices. 13. Check Drive whether is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select...
... associated software. 7. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are no device conflicts. • No hardware is still not resolved, see Windows Help and Support. 10. If the Issue is listed under Other Devices. 13. Check Drive whether is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select...
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... steps below: 1. Launch the wincris.exe program to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Press Fn + ESC button then plug in another system with Windows XP OS. To use the Crisis USB key, do the following: 1. The Crisis USB key could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in...
... steps below: 1. Launch the wincris.exe program to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Press Fn + ESC button then plug in another system with Windows XP OS. To use the Crisis USB key, do the following: 1. The Crisis USB key could be made by executing the Crisis Disk program in...
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All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Appendix B 163 Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the Aspire 5517 Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department.
All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Appendix B 163 Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the Aspire 5517 Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department.
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Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test Vendor Adapter DELTA LITE-ON HIPRO Battery SANYO SONY PANASONIC SAMSUNG SIMPLO SIMPLO SIMPLO CPU AMD AMD HDD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST ...
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test Vendor Adapter DELTA LITE-ON HIPRO Battery SANYO SONY PANASONIC SAMSUNG SIMPLO SIMPLO SIMPLO CPU AMD AMD HDD SEAGATE TOSHIBA HGST ...
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Removing 70 TouchPad Bracket Removing 70 Replacing 100 TouchPad Failure 126 Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure 125 EasyTouch Buttons 132 HDTV Switch 133 Internal Speakers 126 LCD Failure 125 No Display 123 ODD 129 Other Failures 133 Power On 122 Thermal Unit 132 TouchPad 126 WLAN 132 U Undetermined Problems 134 Upper Cover Removing 61 Replacing 104 utility BIOS 25-33 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 164 Wireless Function Failure 132 WLAN Module Removing 50 Replacing 116 171
Removing 70 TouchPad Bracket Removing 70 Replacing 100 TouchPad Failure 126 Troubleshooting Built-in KB Failure 125 EasyTouch Buttons 132 HDTV Switch 133 Internal Speakers 126 LCD Failure 125 No Display 123 ODD 129 Other Failures 133 Power On 122 Thermal Unit 132 TouchPad 126 WLAN 132 U Undetermined Problems 134 Upper Cover Removing 61 Replacing 104 utility BIOS 25-33 W Windows 2000 Environment Test 164 Wireless Function Failure 132 WLAN Module Removing 50 Replacing 116 171