eMachines E627 Quick Guide - English
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...needs. It is not installed on such subjects as eMachines Recovery Management, using the keyboard, audio, etc. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more on how to use your eMachines notebook, we have designed a set of the series,... be more productive, please refer to the eMachinesSystem User Guide. 3 First things first We would like to thank you purchased. The eMachines Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as "only for your notebook. Please ...
...needs. It is not installed on such subjects as eMachines Recovery Management, using the keyboard, audio, etc. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more on how to use your eMachines notebook, we have designed a set of the series,... be more productive, please refer to the eMachinesSystem User Guide. 3 First things first We would like to thank you purchased. The eMachines Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as "only for your notebook. Please ...
eMachines E627 Quick Guide - English
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... on and off to save power. Press any key to access most of wireless LAN communication. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons The left and right mouse buttons. 8 Palmrest...
... on and off to save power. Press any key to access most of wireless LAN communication. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons The left and right mouse buttons. 8 Palmrest...
eMachines E627 Quick Guide - English
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... battery pack BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 3-pin 65 W AC adapter ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device
... battery pack BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 3-pin 65 W AC adapter ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device
Service Guide
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... 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 eMachines E627 BIOS 26... 50 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 52 Main Unit Disassembly Process 54 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 54 Removing the Switch Cover 55 Removing the Keyboard 56 Removing the LCD Module 57 Removing the Upper Cover 61 VII
... 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 eMachines E627 BIOS 26... 50 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 52 Main Unit Disassembly Process 54 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 54 Removing the Switch Cover 55 Removing the Keyboard 56 Removing the LCD Module 57 Removing the Upper Cover 61 VII
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... Replacing the Left Speaker Module 103 Replacing the Power Board 104 Replacing the Upper Cover 104 Replacing the LCD Module 108 Replacing the Keyboard 113 Replacing the Switch Cover 114 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 114 Replacing the WLAN Module 116 Replacing the DIMM Modules 116 ... 121 Common Problems 121 Power On Issue 122 No Display Issue 123 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 124 LCD Failure 125 Built-In Keyboard Failure 125 TouchPad Failure 126 Internal Speaker Failure 126 HDD Not Operating Correctly 128 ODD Failure 129 Wireless Function Failure 132 Thermal Unit ...
... Replacing the Left Speaker Module 103 Replacing the Power Board 104 Replacing the Upper Cover 104 Replacing the LCD Module 108 Replacing the Keyboard 113 Replacing the Switch Cover 114 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 114 Replacing the WLAN Module 116 Replacing the DIMM Modules 116 ... 121 Common Problems 121 Power On Issue 122 No Display Issue 123 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 124 LCD Failure 125 Built-In Keyboard Failure 125 TouchPad Failure 126 Internal Speaker Failure 126 HDD Not Operating Correctly 128 ODD Failure 129 Wireless Function Failure 132 Thermal Unit ...
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...; Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • 65W • Universal jack 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...
...; Kensington lock slot Power subsystem • 65W • Universal jack 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...
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... which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Front View 1 2 3 9 4 5 6 8 7 No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Integrated webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Power button Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speaker Keyboard TouchPad Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. For entering data into your new...
... which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Front View 1 2 3 9 4 5 6 8 7 No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Integrated webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Power button Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Speaker Keyboard TouchPad Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. For entering data into your new...
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... be to do a lot of the keycaps. It is indicated by small characters located on Type numbers in uppercase. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main... keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Num Lock off . Hold while using cursorcontrol keys. Type the letters in numeric mode. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. When Num Lock is in a normal...
... be to do a lot of the keycaps. It is indicated by small characters located on Type numbers in uppercase. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main... keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Num Lock off . Hold while using cursorcontrol keys. Type the letters in numeric mode. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. When Num Lock is in a normal...
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... your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the key...
... your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the key...
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... Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of the keyboard. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. Chapter 1 15 ...Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.
... Key You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of the keyboard. The US dollar sign 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. Chapter 1 15 ...Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.
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... Power Rating Output Sound Pressure Level Frequency Range Distortion 4Ohm 2W Specification Microphone Item Vendor and Model Directivity Current Consumption S/N Ratio Frequency Specification Power and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller EM-7T Package Features • Touchpad pointing device Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key...
... Power Rating Output Sound Pressure Level Frequency Range Distortion 4Ohm 2W Specification Microphone Item Vendor and Model Directivity Current Consumption S/N Ratio Frequency Specification Power and Keyboard Controller Item Specification Controller EM-7T Package Features • Touchpad pointing device Supply Current Total number of keypads 99-/100-/103-key...
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... AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part Number SCREW M2...
... AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. The disassembly process is faulty, such as the camera, antenna or LCD panel, the whole module must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Main Screw List Screw Quantity Part Number SCREW M2...
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For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from the mass ...
For example, if you want to remove the keyboard, you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. Turn off system and peripherals power Disconnect power and signal cables from the mass ...
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Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ...
Main Unit Disassembly Process Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart Remove External Modules before proceeding Rem ove Switch Cover Rem ove Keyboard Rem ove LCD Module Upper Cover Rem ove Upper Cover Rem ove Power Board Rem ove Left Speaker Module Rem ove Right Speaker Module Rem ...
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See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the right side of the Keyboard to expose the cutout. Work along the Switch Cover toward the left hinge, gently prying up the cover as shown. 4. Turn the computer over. The ...
See "Removing the Battery Pack" on the right side of the Keyboard to expose the cutout. Work along the Switch Cover toward the left hinge, gently prying up the cover as shown. 4. Turn the computer over. The ...
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Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Upper Cover. 3. Lift the keyboard clear of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the mainboard. 5. Turn the keyboard over on page 55. 2. Removing the Keyboard 1. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4. Pry up the centre of the Upper Cover. 56 Chapter 3
Open the locking latch and disconnect the FFC from the Upper Cover. 3. Lift the keyboard clear of the Keyboard and rotate it upward away from the mainboard. 5. Turn the keyboard over on page 55. 2. Removing the Keyboard 1. See "Removing the Switch Cover" on to the TouchPad area to expose the FFC connector. 4. Pry up the centre of the Upper Cover. 56 Chapter 3
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See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 56. 2. Ensure that the cables are free from the bottom of the chassis. Remove the two securing screws from all cable clips. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown. Chapter 3 57 Removing the LCD Module 1. Turn the computer over. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3.
See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 56. 2. Ensure that the cables are free from the bottom of the chassis. Remove the two securing screws from all cable clips. Remove the Antenna Cables from the cable channel as shown. Chapter 3 57 Removing the LCD Module 1. Turn the computer over. Step LCD Module Size M2.5*8 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3.
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Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the Keyboard in place. 2. Press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. Chapter 3 113 Replacing the Keyboard 1. NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first into the chassis.
Connect the Keyboard FFC to the Mainboard and close the locking latch to secure the Keyboard in place. 2. Press down as indicated to secure the cable in place. Chapter 3 113 Replacing the Keyboard 1. NOTE: Ensure that the six locating tabs are correctly seated. 3. Turn the Keyboard over and insert it front edge first into the chassis.
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... repeating the same operation. 3. Chapter 4 121 Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 122 No Display Issue Page 123 LCD Failure Page 125 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 125 TouchPad Failure Page 126 Internal Speaker Failure Page 126 ODD Failure Page 129 WLAN Failure Page 132 Thermal Unit Failure Page 132...
... repeating the same operation. 3. Chapter 4 121 Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 122 No Display Issue Page 123 LCD Failure Page 125 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 125 TouchPad Failure Page 126 Internal Speaker Failure Page 126 ODD Failure Page 129 WLAN Failure Page 132 Thermal Unit Failure Page 132...
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Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 125 Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: Chapter 4 125 Do not replace a nondefective FRUs: Built-In Keyboard Failure If the built-in Keyboard fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. LCD Failure If the LCD fails, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.