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... Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 25 BIOS... Exit 36 BIOS Flash Utility 37 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44 Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44... External Module Disassembly Process 45 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD dummy card 47 Removing the NewCard dummy card 48...
... Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 25 BIOS... Exit 36 BIOS Flash Utility 37 Remove HDD/BIOS Utility 39 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 43 Disassembly Requirements 43 General Information 44 Pre-disassembly Instructions 44 Disassembly Process 44... External Module Disassembly Process 45 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 45 Removing the Battery Pack 46 Removing the SD dummy card 47 Removing the NewCard dummy card 48...
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...seconds. Connect an external monitor to correct the problem. Remove the drives (see "Online Support Information" on page 127. 5. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one until the failure.... 6. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. On this model). Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Chapter...
...seconds. Connect an external monitor to correct the problem. Remove the drives (see "Online Support Information" on page 127. 5. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following actions one until the failure.... 6. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. On this model). Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Chapter...
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...still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on page 179. 126 Chapter 4 If extensive pixel damage is faulty and should be replaced. Roll back the video driver to its highest level.... no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are still lost, replace the cables. 4. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. If the Issue is correctly configured: a. Click and drag the Resolution slider...
...still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on battery alone as this may be defective and should be replaced. See "Disassembly Process" on page 179. 126 Chapter 4 If extensive pixel damage is faulty and should be replaced. Roll back the video driver to its highest level.... no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks. • There are still lost, replace the cables. 4. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. If the Issue is correctly configured: a. Click and drag the Resolution slider...
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...known good date using System Restore. If the issue is listed under Other Devices. 13. Remove and reinstall the mouse driver. 12. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 1. Try an alternative mouse. 2. Remove any recently added software and reboot. 8. For more information see "Online Support Information...the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is OK. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. Roll back the mouse driver to Try. 140 Chapter 4 Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5.
...known good date using System Restore. If the issue is listed under Other Devices. 13. Remove and reinstall the mouse driver. 12. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: 1. Try an alternative mouse. 2. Remove any recently added software and reboot. 8. For more information see "Online Support Information...the Device Manager to determine that: • The device is OK. 2. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is a good connection. Roll back the mouse driver to Try. 140 Chapter 4 Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5.
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... no more errors. Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are found, replace the FRU. 3. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: • System board • LCD assembly Chapter 4 141 When analyzing an intermittent problem, do with... check them for the system board in loop mode at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards...
... no more errors. Undetermined Problems The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are found, replace the FRU. 3. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: • System board • LCD assembly Chapter 4 141 When analyzing an intermittent problem, do with... check them for the system board in loop mode at the time of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards...