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Connects to an AC adapter. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Helps keep the computer cool. Powers the computer # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan Description Locks the battery in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Bottom Panel Description Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Chapter 1 11 4 Rear Panel Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in position.
Connects to an AC adapter. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Helps keep the computer cool. Powers the computer # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan Description Locks the battery in jack External display (VGA) port Battery Bottom Panel Description Connects to a display device(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Chapter 1 11 4 Rear Panel Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. # 1 Icon Item DC-in position.
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General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. 50 Chapter 3
General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the system and all power and signal cables from the system. 3. Unplug the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Remove the battery pack. 50 Chapter 3
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... the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following power sources: 1. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Follow the instructions in... of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. If any of the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 68 T "Check the Battery Pack" on the screen, or hang the system. 1. A loose connection can cause an error. Memory ...
... the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the following power sources: 1. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Follow the instructions in... of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. If any of the following list: T "Check the Power Adapter" on page 68 T "Check the Battery Pack" on the screen, or hang the system. 1. A loose connection can cause an error. Memory ...
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... figure Pin 1: +19 to the next step. T If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. 2. NOTE: An audible noise from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter for correct continuity and installation. 4. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on... corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 82. If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect. 3.
... figure Pin 1: +19 to the next step. T If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adapter. 2. NOTE: An audible noise from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter for correct continuity and installation. 4. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on... corrected, see "Check the Battery Pack" on page 82. If the power-on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect. 3.
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... 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is on the screen for both battery and adapter. 4. Check out the Power Management in the computer. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for a short time. From Hardware: 1. If the charge indicator still does not light...
... 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is on the screen for both battery and adapter. 4. Check out the Power Management in the computer. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for a short time. From Hardware: 1. If the charge indicator still does not light...
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...the DIMM. Reconnect the LCD connectors. System board No beep during POST. Speaker System board Chapter 4 73 Power source (battery pack and power adapter). System board. See "Power System Check" on and LCD is blank. No beep, power-on indicator turns on page 67.. Ensure every ...connector is connected tightly and correctly. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on and LCD is blank. Reconnect the LCD connector Hard disk drive LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD Inverter...
...the DIMM. Reconnect the LCD connectors. System board No beep during POST. Speaker System board Chapter 4 73 Power source (battery pack and power adapter). System board. See "Power System Check" on and LCD is blank. No beep, power-on indicator turns on page 67.. Ensure every ...connector is connected tightly and correctly. Power source (battery pack and power adapter). See "Power System Check" on and LCD is blank. Reconnect the LCD connector Hard disk drive LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD Inverter...
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... 89h 8Ah 8Bh Chapter 4 2-1-2-3 Beeps 2-2-3-1 POST Routine Description Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key...
... 89h 8Ah 8Bh Chapter 4 2-1-2-3 Beeps 2-2-3-1 POST Routine Description Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key...
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... Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. Action in characters Abnormal screen...Power shuts down during operation The system doesn't power-on page 67. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD ...
... Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. Action in characters Abnormal screen...Power shuts down during operation The system doesn't power-on page 67. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD ...
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Power-on page 67.): 1. Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is operating correctly. (See "Power System ... the failure is inoperative. Power-off the computer. 2. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at the time of the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module T PC Cards 4. Follow these procedures...
Power-on page 67.): 1. Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is operating correctly. (See "Power System ... the failure is inoperative. Power-off the computer. 2. If the problem remains, replace the following FRU one at the time of the following devices: T Non-Acer devices T Printer, mouse, and other external devices T Battery pack T Hard disk drive T DIMM T CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module T PC Cards 4. Follow these procedures...
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Aspire 3620/TravelMate 2420 Exploded Diagram Aspire 3620/TravelMate 2420 FRU List Category Adapter No. Part Name and Description ADAPTER 65W DELTA SADP-65KB DBE ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA-165002WR ADAPTER 65W LISHIN SLS0335A19A54LF Acer Part No. AP.06501.007 AP.06503.011 AP.06506.003 Battery Boards BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH SANYO BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SONY...
Aspire 3620/TravelMate 2420 Exploded Diagram Aspire 3620/TravelMate 2420 FRU List Category Adapter No. Part Name and Description ADAPTER 65W DELTA SADP-65KB DBE ADAPTER 65W LITEON PA-165002WR ADAPTER 65W LISHIN SLS0335A19A54LF Acer Part No. AP.06501.007 AP.06503.011 AP.06506.003 Battery Boards BATTERY PACK LI 6CELL 2.0MAH SANYO BATTERY PACK LI+ 6CELL 2.0MAH SONY...
TravelMate 2420 User's Guide - EN
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... all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any liquid on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the... well if you are some ways to direct sunlight. Taking care of it. • Do not expose the computer to take care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures...
... all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any liquid on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the... well if you are some ways to direct sunlight. Taking care of it. • Do not expose the computer to take care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures...
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... replacements. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. For more information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our website: http://global.acer.com. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user...
... replacements. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. For more information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our website: http://global.acer.com. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user...
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... iv Taking care of your computer v Taking care of your AC adapter v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi Acer Empowering Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer ePower Management 7 Acer ePresentation Management 8 Your Acer notebook tour 9 Front view 9 Closed front view 10 Left view 11...
... iv Taking care of your computer v Taking care of your AC adapter v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi Acer Empowering Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer ePower Management 7 Acer ePresentation Management 8 Your Acer notebook tour 9 Front view 9 Closed front view 10 Left view 11...
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Powers the computer. Rear view # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to an AC adapter. 12 Right view English # Icon Item Description 1 Three USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network.
Powers the computer. Rear view # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to an AC adapter. 12 Right view English # Icon Item Description 1 Three USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based port network.
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... (dual-channel support) • 14.1" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista™ • 16.7 million colors • Intel® GMA 900 integrated 3D graphics, with up to 128 MB of VRAM, supporting ...modes • 44.6 W (6-cell) Li-ion battery pack • 2.5-hour rapid charge; 3.5-hour charge-in-use • 65 W AC adapter • 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard • Touchpad with 4-way scroll button • Four easy-launch buttons • Two front-access LED-buttons: WLAN, Bluetooth...
... (dual-channel support) • 14.1" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista™ • 16.7 million colors • Intel® GMA 900 integrated 3D graphics, with up to 128 MB of VRAM, supporting ...modes • 44.6 W (6-cell) Li-ion battery pack • 2.5-hour rapid charge; 3.5-hour charge-in-use • 65 W AC adapter • 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard • Touchpad with 4-way scroll button • Four easy-launch buttons • Two front-access LED-buttons: WLAN, Bluetooth...
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... (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eDataSecurity Management / eLock Management / ePerformance Management / eRecovery Management / eSettings Management / ePower Management / ePresentation Management) Acer GridVista™ Acer Launch Manager Adobe® Reader® CyberLink® PowerDVD™ Norton AntiVirus...
... (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eDataSecurity Management / eLock Management / ePerformance Management / eRecovery Management / eSettings Management / ePower Management / ePresentation Management) Acer GridVista™ Acer Launch Manager Adobe® Reader® CyberLink® PowerDVD™ Norton AntiVirus...
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... is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? If you are using on the Settings tab to make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it is not lit, no power is not full-screen. Resolutions lower... at the power indicator: • If it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one...
... is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? If you are using on the Settings tab to make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it is not lit, no power is not full-screen. Resolutions lower... at the power indicator: • If it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one...
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... press and release the power button. Moving around or traveling with you This section gives you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to place it in...
... press and release the power button. Moving around or traveling with you This section gives you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to place it in...
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... anything with you are moving from the drive(s). If your meeting will be longer, or if your desktop, follow these steps to bring the AC adapter with you are not actively using the computer. To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Pressure against the... around and cushion it if it should fall. What to the top cover of time. Press + or close the display cover whenever you : • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide What to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on . Failure to...
... anything with you are moving from the drive(s). If your meeting will be longer, or if your desktop, follow these steps to bring the AC adapter with you are not actively using the computer. To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Pressure against the... around and cushion it if it should fall. What to the top cover of time. Press + or close the display cover whenever you : • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide What to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on . Failure to...
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... carry the computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of time, you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for use another printer Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use at home. Make sure... while traveling to and from work on your computer at home, you may require you were taking it into the gate area. With a second AC adapter, you can cause condensation.
... carry the computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of time, you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for use another printer Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use at home. Make sure... while traveling to and from work on your computer at home, you may require you were taking it into the gate area. With a second AC adapter, you can cause condensation.