Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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© 2009. All Rights Reserved. Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 10/2009 Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase
© 2009. All Rights Reserved. Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 10/2009 Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase
Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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... the AcerSystem User Guide. For instructions on your notebook. Please understand that due to functions or features which are marked in the Aspire product series. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Your guides To help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and ...thank you get started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. 3 First things first We would like to access it contains warranty information ...
... the AcerSystem User Guide. For instructions on your notebook. Please understand that due to functions or features which are marked in the Aspire product series. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Your guides To help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and ...thank you get started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. 3 First things first We would like to access it contains warranty information ...
Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for video communication. Top view 1 13 2 3 12 4 11 5 10 9 6 78 # Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for Starters... webcam 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). English 4 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook.
poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for video communication. Top view 1 13 2 3 12 4 11 5 10 9 6 78 # Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for Starters... webcam 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). English 4 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook.
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Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. 6 Power1 Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of a button. 4 Backup key Press to prevent the screen from inadvertently rotating. 1. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is active. Num Lock Lights up . Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. Battery1 Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery ...
Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. 6 Power1 Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of a button. 4 Backup key Press to prevent the screen from inadvertently rotating. 1. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is active. Num Lock Lights up . Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. Battery1 Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery ...
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Note: Hotkeys are not available from the virtual keyboard. Starts System Property for certain models) Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Power management System property Bluetooth Sleep Description Launch Windows power management. Enables / disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down ...
Note: Hotkeys are not available from the virtual keyboard. Starts System Property for certain models) Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Power management System property Bluetooth Sleep Description Launch Windows power management. Enables / disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off . Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down ...
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Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Rear view # Icon 1 Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 7 Closed front view English 1 2 # Icon 1 2 Item Communication key Speakers Description Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G functions.
Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Rear view # Icon 1 Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 7 Closed front view English 1 2 # Icon 1 2 Item Communication key Speakers Description Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G functions.
Acer Aspire 1820PT, Aspire 1820PTZ, Aspire 1420P Quick Guide
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8 Left view English 1 2 # Icon 1 2 Item External display (VGA) port DC-in jack 3 Ventilation slots 4 HDMI HDMI port 5 USB 2.0 port 3 45 Description Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Supports high definition digital video connections. Enable the computer to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Connect to an AC adapter. Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
8 Left view English 1 2 # Icon 1 2 Item External display (VGA) port DC-in jack 3 Ventilation slots 4 HDMI HDMI port 5 USB 2.0 port 3 45 Description Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Supports high definition digital video connections. Enable the computer to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Connect to an AC adapter. Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
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Kensington lock slot Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Insert the lock into the notch and turn the computer on and off. / Indicates the computer's power status. Power button / indicator Slide the power button to turn the key to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. Some keyless models are also available. Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts inputs from external microphones. USB 2.0 port ...
Kensington lock slot Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Insert the lock into the notch and turn the computer on and off. / Indicates the computer's power status. Power button / indicator Slide the power button to turn the key to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. Some keyless models are also available. Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts inputs from external microphones. USB 2.0 port ...
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. English 10 Base view 1 6 2 5 4 3 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. English 10 Base view 1 6 2 5 4 3 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use.
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... of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules 11.6" HD 1366 x 768 Convertible display Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)* WLAN: •...
... of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules 11.6" HD 1366 x 768 Convertible display Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)* WLAN: •...
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English 12 Power subsystem Special keys and controls I/O interface Environment • ACPI 3.0 • 62.16 W 5600 mAh • 3-pin 30 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* • 84-/85-/88-key keyboard • Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device • Multi-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Temperature: • ...
English 12 Power subsystem Special keys and controls I/O interface Environment • ACPI 3.0 • 62.16 W 5600 mAh • 3-pin 30 W AC adapter • ENERGY STAR®* • 84-/85-/88-key keyboard • Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device • Multi-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • HDMI™ port with HDCP support • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Temperature: • ...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Aspire 1820TP/1420P Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN
Aspire 1820TP/1420P Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on this service guide. Date Chapter Updates ii
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on this service guide. Date Chapter Updates ii
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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...be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any particular purpose. All rights reserved. iii Any Acer Incorporated software described in the software. Intel is ". Copyright Copyright © 2009 by any defect in this manual is sold... or consequential damages resulting from any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without notice. Acer is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any language or computer language,...
...be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any particular purpose. All rights reserved. iii Any Acer Incorporated software described in the software. Intel is ". Copyright Copyright © 2009 by any defect in this manual is sold... or consequential damages resulting from any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without notice. Acer is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any language or computer language,...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. iv
Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. iv
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...PARTS, that you with further technical details. 2. This Service Guide provides you should check the most up-to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. Preface Before using this printed Service Guide. In such cases, please contact your regional web or channel. If..., for repair and service of a machine (e.g. You MUST use the list provided by your Acer office may have decided to order FRU parts for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it supports, please read the following general ...
...PARTS, that you with further technical details. 2. This Service Guide provides you should check the most up-to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's "global" product offering. Preface Before using this printed Service Guide. In such cases, please contact your regional web or channel. If..., for repair and service of a machine (e.g. You MUST use the list provided by your Acer office may have decided to order FRU parts for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it supports, please read the following general ...
Aspire 1420P and 1820PT Service Guide
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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Your Notebook Tour 4 Front View 4 Closed Front View 5 Left View 6 Right View 6 Base View 7 Rear View 8 Indicators 8 TouchPad Basics 9 Using the Keyboard 10 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 10 Windows Keys 11 Hot Keys 12 Special Keys 13 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 14 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 Information 24 Main 25 Security 26 Boot 29 Exit 30 BIOS Flash Utility 31 DOS Flash Utility 32 WinFlash Utility 33 Remove HDD/BIOS ...
Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Your Notebook Tour 4 Front View 4 Closed Front View 5 Left View 6 Right View 6 Base View 7 Rear View 8 Indicators 8 TouchPad Basics 9 Using the Keyboard 10 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 10 Windows Keys 11 Hot Keys 12 Special Keys 13 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 14 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 Information 24 Main 25 Security 26 Boot 29 Exit 30 BIOS Flash Utility 31 DOS Flash Utility 32 WinFlash Utility 33 Remove HDD/BIOS ...
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Table of Contents Removing the Upper Cover 57 Removing the Button Board 61 Removing the I/O Board 65 Removing the Bluetooth Module 67 Removing the LED Board 68 Removing the CRT Board 71 Removing the Mainboard 73 Removing the Thermal Module 76 Removing the RTC Battery 77 Removing the Speaker Modules 77 Removing the LCD Module 78 LCD Module Disassembly Process 80 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 80 Removing the LCD Bezel 82 Removing the Camera Board 85 Removing the Microphone 86 Removing the LCD Panel 86 Removing the LCD Cable 88 Removing the LCD Brackets 91 Removing the ...
Table of Contents Removing the Upper Cover 57 Removing the Button Board 61 Removing the I/O Board 65 Removing the Bluetooth Module 67 Removing the LED Board 68 Removing the CRT Board 71 Removing the Mainboard 73 Removing the Thermal Module 76 Removing the RTC Battery 77 Removing the Speaker Modules 77 Removing the LCD Module 78 LCD Module Disassembly Process 80 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 80 Removing the LCD Bezel 82 Removing the Camera Board 85 Removing the Microphone 86 Removing the LCD Panel 86 Removing the LCD Cable 88 Removing the LCD Brackets 91 Removing the ...
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting 143 Common Problems 143 Power On Issue 144 No Display Issue 145 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 146 LCD Failure 147 Built-In Keyboard Failure 148 TouchPad Failure 149 Internal Speaker Failure 150 Internal Microphone Failure 151 HDD Not Operating Correctly 152 USB Failure (Right up/down side 153 Other Failures 153 Intermittent Problems 154 Undetermined Problems 154 Post Codes 155 Jumper and Connector Locations 165 Mainboard Top View 165 Mainboard Bottom View 166 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 167 Mainboard CMOS Discharge 167 ...
Table of Contents Troubleshooting 143 Common Problems 143 Power On Issue 144 No Display Issue 145 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 146 LCD Failure 147 Built-In Keyboard Failure 148 TouchPad Failure 149 Internal Speaker Failure 150 Internal Microphone Failure 151 HDD Not Operating Correctly 152 USB Failure (Right up/down side 153 Other Failures 153 Intermittent Problems 154 Undetermined Problems 154 Post Codes 155 Jumper and Connector Locations 165 Mainboard Top View 165 Mainboard Bottom View 166 Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery 167 Mainboard CMOS Discharge 167 ...