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... Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Audio 1-7 Storage 1-7 Optical Media Drive 1-7 Webcam 1-8 Wireless and Networking 1-8 Privacy Control 1-8 Security 1-8 Power Adapter and Battery 1-9 Input and Control 1-9 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-9 Software 1-10 Optional Items 1-11 Dimension and Weight 1-11 Warranty 1-11 Quality and Reliability Tests 1-11 Environment 1-11...
... Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Audio 1-7 Storage 1-7 Optical Media Drive 1-7 Webcam 1-8 Wireless and Networking 1-8 Privacy Control 1-8 Security 1-8 Power Adapter and Battery 1-9 Input and Control 1-9 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-9 Software 1-10 Optional Items 1-11 Dimension and Weight 1-11 Warranty 1-11 Quality and Reliability Tests 1-11 Environment 1-11...
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... Amplifier 1-45 Audio Codec and Amplifier (Continued 1-46 Audio Interface 1-46 1.3M HD Camera 1-47 1.0 M Camera 1-47 VRAM 1-47 USB Port 1-48 HDMI Port 1-48 Battery 1-48 AC Adapter 1-48 System Power Management 1-49 Card Reader 1-49 System LED Indicator 1-50 System DMA Specification 1-50 System Interrupt Specification 1-51 System I/O Address...
... Amplifier 1-45 Audio Codec and Amplifier (Continued 1-46 Audio Interface 1-46 1.3M HD Camera 1-47 1.0 M Camera 1-47 VRAM 1-47 USB Port 1-48 HDMI Port 1-48 Battery 1-48 AC Adapter 1-48 System Power Management 1-49 Card Reader 1-49 System LED Indicator 1-50 System DMA Specification 1-50 System Interrupt Specification 1-51 System I/O Address...
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... CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance Procedures Introduction 3-5 General Information 3-5 Recommended Equipment 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Battery Pack Removal 3-10 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-11 Keyboard Removal 3-13 Base Door Removal 3-14 WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) Module Removal . . . 3-15...
... CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance Procedures Introduction 3-5 General Information 3-5 Recommended Equipment 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Battery Pack Removal 3-10 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-11 Keyboard Removal 3-13 Base Door Removal 3-14 WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) Module Removal . . . 3-15...
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IO Board Removal 3-23 Mainboard Removal 3-25 Speaker Module Removal 3-28 RTC battery Removal 3-30 Thermal Module Removal 3-32 CPU Processor Removal 3-33 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module Removal 3-34 Support Bracket Removal 3-36 DC-in Jack ...the Support Bracket 3-56 Replacing the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module 3-57 Replacing the CPU Processor 3-59 Replacing the Thermal Module 3-60 Replacing the RTC battery 3-62 Replacing the Speaker Module 3-63 Replacing the Mainboard 3-64 Replacing the IO Board 3-66 Replacing the Upper Case 3-68 External Module Reassembly Process 3-...
IO Board Removal 3-23 Mainboard Removal 3-25 Speaker Module Removal 3-28 RTC battery Removal 3-30 Thermal Module Removal 3-32 CPU Processor Removal 3-33 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module Removal 3-34 Support Bracket Removal 3-36 DC-in Jack ...the Support Bracket 3-56 Replacing the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module 3-57 Replacing the CPU Processor 3-59 Replacing the Thermal Module 3-60 Replacing the RTC battery 3-62 Replacing the Speaker Module 3-63 Replacing the Mainboard 3-64 Replacing the IO Board 3-66 Replacing the Upper Case 3-68 External Module Reassembly Process 3-...
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Replacing the Base Door 3-74 Replacing the Keyboard 3-75 Replacing the ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module 3-77 Replacing the Battery Pack 3-79 Replacing the Dummy Card 3-80 CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting Introduction 4-3 General Information 4-3 Power On Issues 4-4 No Display Issues 4-6 LCD Picture Failure 4-8 Internal Keyboard Failure 4-9 Touchpad ...
Replacing the Base Door 3-74 Replacing the Keyboard 3-75 Replacing the ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module 3-77 Replacing the Battery Pack 3-79 Replacing the Dummy Card 3-80 CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting Introduction 4-3 General Information 4-3 Power On Issues 4-4 No Display Issues 4-6 LCD Picture Failure 4-8 Internal Keyboard Failure 4-9 Touchpad ...
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Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Audio 1-7 Storage 1-7 Optical Media Drive 1-7 Webcam 1-8 Wireless and Networking 1-8 Privacy Control 1-8 Security 1-8 Power Adapter and Battery 1-9 Input and Control 1-9 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-9 Software 1-10 Optional Items 1-11 Dimension and Weight 1-11 Warranty 1-11 Quality and Reliability Tests 1-11 Environment 1-11 ...
Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU 1-5 Chipset 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-6 Graphics 1-6 Audio 1-7 Storage 1-7 Optical Media Drive 1-7 Webcam 1-8 Wireless and Networking 1-8 Privacy Control 1-8 Security 1-8 Power Adapter and Battery 1-9 Input and Control 1-9 Input and Output (I/O) Ports 1-9 Software 1-10 Optional Items 1-11 Dimension and Weight 1-11 Warranty 1-11 Quality and Reliability Tests 1-11 Environment 1-11 ...
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... Amplifier 1-45 Audio Codec and Amplifier (Continued 1-46 Audio Interface 1-46 1.3M HD Camera 1-47 1.0 M Camera 1-47 VRAM 1-47 USB Port 1-48 HDMI Port 1-48 Battery 1-48 AC Adapter 1-48 System Power Management 1-49 Card Reader 1-49 System LED Indicator 1-50 System DMA Specification 1-50 System Interrupt Specification 1-51 System I/O Address...
... Amplifier 1-45 Audio Codec and Amplifier (Continued 1-46 Audio Interface 1-46 1.3M HD Camera 1-47 1.0 M Camera 1-47 VRAM 1-47 USB Port 1-48 HDMI Port 1-48 Battery 1-48 AC Adapter 1-48 System Power Management 1-49 Card Reader 1-49 System LED Indicator 1-50 System DMA Specification 1-50 System Interrupt Specification 1-51 System I/O Address...
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...;48 Wh 4400 mAh 6-cell Li-ion standard battery pack Battery life: 3.5 hours ENERGY STAR® Input and Control 0 Keyboard 86-/87-/91-key Acer FineTip keyboard with International Language support Support Application keys for Windows 7... support External display (VGA) port Headphone/speaker jack, supporting 3.5 mm headset with built-in microphone for Acer Smart handhelds Microphone-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Hardware...
...;48 Wh 4400 mAh 6-cell Li-ion standard battery pack Battery life: 3.5 hours ENERGY STAR® Input and Control 0 Keyboard 86-/87-/91-key Acer FineTip keyboard with International Language support Support Application keys for Windows 7... support External display (VGA) port Headphone/speaker jack, supporting 3.5 mm headset with built-in microphone for Acer Smart handhelds Microphone-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Hardware...
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... W AC adapter Dimension and Weight 0 Dimensions: 342 (W) x 245 (D) x 27.5/34.1 (H) mm (13.5 x 9.6 x 1.09/1.34 inches) Weight: 2.2 kg (4.84 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Warranty 0 One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Quality and Reliability Tests 0 Temperature and Humidity Hinge Life ...
... W AC adapter Dimension and Weight 0 Dimensions: 342 (W) x 245 (D) x 27.5/34.1 (H) mm (13.5 x 9.6 x 1.09/1.34 inches) Weight: 2.2 kg (4.84 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack Warranty 0 One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Quality and Reliability Tests 0 Temperature and Humidity Hinge Life ...
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... the computer's power status. Only one card can operate at any given time. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 Card Reader Power indicator Battery indicator 2 HDD/SSD/Card Reader activity indicator Communication indicator Description Accepts various media card formats (MS, MS PRO, SD3.0, MMC, xD). Closed Front View... reader's activity of read/write operations Indicates the computer's wireless (3G/Wi-Fi) connectivity device status. Charging: The light shows orange when the battery is charging. 2. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Indicates the computer...
... the computer's power status. Only one card can operate at any given time. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 Card Reader Power indicator Battery indicator 2 HDD/SSD/Card Reader activity indicator Communication indicator Description Accepts various media card formats (MS, MS PRO, SD3.0, MMC, xD). Closed Front View... reader's activity of read/write operations Indicates the computer's wireless (3G/Wi-Fi) connectivity device status. Charging: The light shows orange when the battery is charging. 2. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Indicates the computer...
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Figure 1-4. Note: Your computer may be equipped with a different battery than the one in the picture. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Rear View Table 1-4. Rear View # Icon 1 Item Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack.
Figure 1-4. Note: Your computer may be equipped with a different battery than the one in the picture. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Rear View Table 1-4. Rear View # Icon 1 Item Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack.
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Base View # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 1-18 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 4 Speakers Emits audio from your computer. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after 5 Ventilation slor and cooling fan prolonged use. Figure 1-7. Base View Table 1-7.
Base View # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 1-18 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory 4 Speakers Emits audio from your computer. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after 5 Ventilation slor and cooling fan prolonged use. Figure 1-7. Base View Table 1-7.
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Width 342 mm 13.5 in . Weight (equipped with optical drive, flash drive, and battery) 2.2 kg with battery 4.84 lbs with battery Input power Operating voltage 19V Operating current 3.42A Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°F Operating (...
Width 342 mm 13.5 in . Weight (equipped with optical drive, flash drive, and battery) 2.2 kg with battery 4.84 lbs with battery Input power Operating voltage 19V Operating current 3.42A Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°F Operating (...
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The adapter efficiency shall be more than 87%, that is the average value of battery cell Package configuration Specification SANYO AS10D31 / SONY AS10D41 / Panasonic AS10D51 / Samsung AS10D61 / Simplo AS10D73, AS10D75 / LGC AS10D81 Lithium-Ion 4400mAh 6 3S2P AC Adapter ...HDMI Port Item Compliance level Data throughput Number of HDMI port(s) Location Specification HDMI 1.3a Up to 16.7 million colors 1 1 left side Battery Item Vendor & Model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% load with both 115Vac/60Hz and 230Vac/50Hz input voltage condition. 1-48 Hardware...
The adapter efficiency shall be more than 87%, that is the average value of battery cell Package configuration Specification SANYO AS10D31 / SONY AS10D41 / Panasonic AS10D51 / Samsung AS10D61 / Simplo AS10D73, AS10D75 / LGC AS10D81 Lithium-Ion 4400mAh 6 3S2P AC Adapter ...HDMI Port Item Compliance level Data throughput Number of HDMI port(s) Location Specification HDMI 1.3a Up to 16.7 million colors 1 1 left side Battery Item Vendor & Model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% load with both 115Vac/60Hz and 230Vac/50Hz input voltage condition. 1-48 Hardware...
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System LED Indicator Lock Item System state HDD access state Communication state Power button backlight Battery state Back up state Arcade module state Specification Caps Lock on = Blue Caps Lock enabled in S0, S1 on = Blue Blue... Blue color solid on: System on Blue color off: System off Full charging = Blue Battery charging = Orange Battery low = Breeze mode Orange (1 sec on, 3 sec off) Battery critical low = Blinking mode Orange (1 sec on, 1 sec off) Back up active = Blue Arcade module active = Blue System ...
System LED Indicator Lock Item System state HDD access state Communication state Power button backlight Battery state Back up state Arcade module state Specification Caps Lock on = Blue Caps Lock enabled in S0, S1 on = Blue Blue... Blue color solid on: System on Blue color off: System off Full charging = Blue Battery charging = Orange Battery low = Breeze mode Orange (1 sec on, 3 sec off) Battery critical low = Blinking mode Orange (1 sec on, 1 sec off) Back up active = Blue Arcade module active = Blue System ...
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... to set USB Ports switch. Option to set to set Wi-Fi switch. Power-off Usb Charge Battery Threshold Enables you to charge mobile devices when your is off or in Sleep mode Option to battery threshold Format/Option Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option...
... to set USB Ports switch. Option to set to set Wi-Fi switch. Power-off Usb Charge Battery Threshold Enables you to charge mobile devices when your is off or in Sleep mode Option to battery threshold Format/Option Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option...
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... bootable USB HDD. 3. Copy Flash Utility to update the system BIOS Flash ROM. NOTE: NOTE: Flash utility has auto execution function. 2-14 System Utilities If battery pack does not contain power to finish loading BIOS Flash, do not boot system. Boot system from bootable USB HDD. NOTE: NOTE: If a Crisis Recovery...
... bootable USB HDD. 3. Copy Flash Utility to update the system BIOS Flash ROM. NOTE: NOTE: Flash utility has auto execution function. 2-14 System Utilities If battery pack does not contain power to finish loading BIOS Flash, do not boot system. Boot system from bootable USB HDD. NOTE: NOTE: If a Crisis Recovery...
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Figure 2-15. InsydeFlash NOTE: NOTE: This feature is only functional when the AC power adapter is shown as Figure 2-15. 4. Click OK to desktop. 2. Copy the WinFlash executable ZQW_100W.EXE to begin update. A progress screen is connected. WinFlash Utility 0 Perform the following to have the AC adapter and Battery present when using WinFlash Utility. System will restart automatically when the Flash Process finished. It is recommended to use the WinFlash Utility: 1. System Utilities 2-17 Double-click the ZQW_100W.EXE to start the flash process. 3.
Figure 2-15. InsydeFlash NOTE: NOTE: This feature is only functional when the AC power adapter is shown as Figure 2-15. 4. Click OK to desktop. 2. Copy the WinFlash executable ZQW_100W.EXE to begin update. A progress screen is connected. WinFlash Utility 0 Perform the following to have the AC adapter and Battery present when using WinFlash Utility. System will restart automatically when the Flash Process finished. It is recommended to use the WinFlash Utility: 1. System Utilities 2-17 Double-click the ZQW_100W.EXE to start the flash process. 3.
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... Equipment 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Battery Pack Removal 3-10 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-11 Keyboard Removal 3-13 Base Door Removal 3-14 WLAN (Wireless Local...Disassembly Flowchart 3-20 Upper Case Removal 3-21 IO Board Removal 3-23 Mainboard Removal 3-25 Speaker Module Removal 3-28 RTC battery Removal 3-30 Thermal Module Removal 3-32 CPU Processor Removal 3-33 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module Removal 3-34 Support...
... Equipment 3-5 Pre-disassembly Instructions 3-6 Disassembly Process 3-7 External Module Disassembly Process 3-8 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Battery Pack Removal 3-10 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-11 Keyboard Removal 3-13 Base Door Removal 3-14 WLAN (Wireless Local...Disassembly Flowchart 3-20 Upper Case Removal 3-21 IO Board Removal 3-23 Mainboard Removal 3-25 Speaker Module Removal 3-28 RTC battery Removal 3-30 Thermal Module Removal 3-32 CPU Processor Removal 3-33 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module Removal 3-34 Support...
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... the Support Bracket 3-56 Replacing the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module 3-57 Replacing the CPU Processor 3-59 Replacing the Thermal Module 3-60 Replacing the RTC battery 3-62 Replacing the Speaker Module 3-63 Replacing the Mainboard 3-64 Replacing the IO Board 3-66 Replacing the Upper Case 3-68 External Module Reassembly Process 3-70... (Wireless Local Area Network) Module3-73 Replacing the Base Door 3-74 Replacing the Keyboard 3-75 Replacing the ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module 3-77 Replacing the Battery Pack 3-79 Replacing the Dummy Card 3-80 3-3
... the Support Bracket 3-56 Replacing the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Module 3-57 Replacing the CPU Processor 3-59 Replacing the Thermal Module 3-60 Replacing the RTC battery 3-62 Replacing the Speaker Module 3-63 Replacing the Mainboard 3-64 Replacing the IO Board 3-66 Replacing the Upper Case 3-68 External Module Reassembly Process 3-70... (Wireless Local Area Network) Module3-73 Replacing the Base Door 3-74 Replacing the Keyboard 3-75 Replacing the ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module 3-77 Replacing the Battery Pack 3-79 Replacing the Dummy Card 3-80 3-3