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...: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Battery1 Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Indicates the... status of Bluetooth communication. (only for sound recording. 13 Magnetic lock A lock that snaps into your computer. 12 Microphone Internal microphone for certain models...
...: The light shows amber when the battery is closed up. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Battery1 Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Indicates the... status of Bluetooth communication. (only for sound recording. 13 Magnetic lock A lock that snaps into your computer. 12 Microphone Internal microphone for certain models...
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Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Power management System property Bluetooth Sleep Description Launch Windows power management. Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off . Brightness up Decreases the screen brightness. Starts...(if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Enables / disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off to save power. English 6 Hotkeys The computer employs ...
Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Power management System property Bluetooth Sleep Description Launch Windows power management. Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off . Brightness up Decreases the screen brightness. Starts...(if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Enables / disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off to save power. English 6 Hotkeys The computer employs ...
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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: •...; Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N* • Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g* • Intel® WiFi Link 1000* WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* LAN: Gigabit Ethernet;
... 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: •...; Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N* • Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g* • Intel® WiFi Link 1000* WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)* LAN: Gigabit Ethernet;
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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 ... Replacing the Thermal Module 112 Replacing the Speakers 113 Replacing the Mainboard 115 Replacing the CRT Board 117 Replacing the LED Board 118 Replacing the Bluetooth Module 121 Replacing the I/O Board 122 Replacing the Button Board 125 Replacing the Upper Cover 128 Replacing the Hinge Covers 131 Replacing the Keyboard...
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 ... Replacing the Thermal Module 112 Replacing the Speakers 113 Replacing the Mainboard 115 Replacing the CRT Board 117 Replacing the LED Board 118 Replacing the Bluetooth Module 121 Replacing the I/O Board 122 Replacing the Button Board 125 Replacing the Upper Cover 128 Replacing the Hinge Covers 131 Replacing the Keyboard...
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...: • Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N* • Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g* • Intel® WiFi Link 1000* • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet;
...: • Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N* • Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g* • Intel® WiFi Link 1000* • WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate* • LAN: Gigabit Ethernet;
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Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of WLAN / 3G communication. 7 Click buttons (left The left and right buttons function like ...No. 1 2 1 2 Icon Item Communication key Description Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G functions. Chapter 1 5 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Battery Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. No. 6 Icon Item Power Description Indicated the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue...
Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Indicates the status of WLAN / 3G communication. 7 Click buttons (left The left and right buttons function like ...No. 1 2 1 2 Icon Item Communication key Description Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G functions. Chapter 1 5 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Battery Bluetooth communication indicator Communication indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. No. 6 Icon Item Power Description Indicated the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue...
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Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Rear View No. 1 Icon Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. HDD Num Lock ... status. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is active. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 8 Chapter 1 Icon Function Bluetooth Description Indicates the status of Wireless LAN/3G communication. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is activated.
Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. NOTE: 1. Rear View No. 1 Icon Item Battery bay 1 Description Houses the computer's battery pack. HDD Num Lock ... status. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is active. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 8 Chapter 1 Icon Function Bluetooth Description Indicates the status of Wireless LAN/3G communication. The battery indicator is visible even when the computer cover is activated.
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... the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the speakers on and off. Turns the internal touchpad on and off to save power. Bluetooth Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. communication switch Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination.
... the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the speakers on and off. Turns the internal touchpad on and off to save power. Bluetooth Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. communication switch Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination.
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...45 10/30 Specifications 3.3V LVDS LVDS 45/45 20/45 30/30 10/20 LVDS 45/45 15/35 Bluetooth Item Bluetooth Controller Features Radio Technology Operating Frequency Channel Numbers Transmitter Output Power Coverage Receiver Sensitivity Maximum Receiver Signal Operating Voltage Working... Temperature Interface Weight Specification Foxconn T60H928.33 • Fully Qualified Bluetooth v2.1 with Class 2 specification RF output power. • Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) compliant. • Full Piconet and...
...45 10/30 Specifications 3.3V LVDS LVDS 45/45 20/45 30/30 10/20 LVDS 45/45 15/35 Bluetooth Item Bluetooth Controller Features Radio Technology Operating Frequency Channel Numbers Transmitter Output Power Coverage Receiver Sensitivity Maximum Receiver Signal Operating Voltage Working... Temperature Interface Weight Specification Foxconn T60H928.33 • Fully Qualified Bluetooth v2.1 with Class 2 specification RF output power. • Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) compliant. • Full Piconet and...
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... Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Hinge Covers Remove Upper Cover Remove Button Board Remove LED Board Remove CRT Board Remove I/O Board Remove Bluetooth Module Remove Thermal Module Remove Mainboard Remove RTC Battery Remove Speaker Module Remove LCD Module Chapter 3 51 During the removal and replacement of components, ensure...
... Remove External Modules before proceeding Remove Keyboard Remove Hinge Covers Remove Upper Cover Remove Button Board Remove LED Board Remove CRT Board Remove I/O Board Remove Bluetooth Module Remove Thermal Module Remove Mainboard Remove RTC Battery Remove Speaker Module Remove LCD Module Chapter 3 51 During the removal and replacement of components, ensure...
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8. See "Removing the I /O board away. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 65. 3. Turn the LCD module. 9. Chapter 3 67 Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the mainboard. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Lift the inside edge of the I/O board and pull the I /O Board" on page 57. 2.
8. See "Removing the I /O board away. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 65. 3. Turn the LCD module. 9. Chapter 3 67 Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the mainboard. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Lift the inside edge of the I/O board and pull the I /O Board" on page 57. 2.
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See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 57. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth module. 5. Pry the Bluetooth module off the adhesive and remove. Removing the LED Board 1. Unlock the LED cable LED board connector. 68 Chapter 3 4.
See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 57. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth module. 5. Pry the Bluetooth module off the adhesive and remove. Removing the LED Board 1. Unlock the LED cable LED board connector. 68 Chapter 3 4.
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See "Removing the LED Board" on page 71. 6. See "Removing the CRT Board" on page 68. 5. Chapter 3 73 See "Removing the Bluetooth Module" on page 65. 3. Remove the LCD connector cable clear protective cover. See "Removing the I/O Board" on page 67. 4. Disconnect the touchscreen cable. 7. Removing the Mainboard 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 57. 2.
See "Removing the LED Board" on page 71. 6. See "Removing the CRT Board" on page 68. 5. Chapter 3 73 See "Removing the Bluetooth Module" on page 65. 3. Remove the LCD connector cable clear protective cover. See "Removing the I/O Board" on page 67. 4. Disconnect the touchscreen cable. 7. Removing the Mainboard 1. See "Removing the Upper Cover" on page 57. 2.
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Chapter 3 121 Connect the Bluetooth cable to the main board. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth module. 3. Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1. Adhere the Bluetooth module to the bottom cover. 2.
Chapter 3 121 Connect the Bluetooth cable to the main board. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the Bluetooth module. 3. Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1. Adhere the Bluetooth module to the bottom cover. 2.
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Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Top View Chapter 5 Item PJ2 PJ1 CN6 CN5 CN7 CN8 Description DC-in Battery connector LCD connector Touchscreen connector Bluetooth connector Speaker connector Item CN1 CN17 CN18 CN2 CN3 CN4 Description LED connector USB connector HDMI Keyboard connector Touchpad connector Card reader board connector Chapter 5 165
Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Top View Chapter 5 Item PJ2 PJ1 CN6 CN5 CN7 CN8 Description DC-in Battery connector LCD connector Touchscreen connector Bluetooth connector Speaker connector Item CN1 CN17 CN18 CN2 CN3 CN4 Description LED connector USB connector HDMI Keyboard connector Touchpad connector Card reader board connector Chapter 5 165
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...-1300-04AC LF ADAPTER HIPRO 30W 19V 1.7X5.5X11 BLACK HP-A0301R3 B1LF LF AP.03001.001 AP.03003.001 AP.0300A.001 BOARD Foxconn Bluetooth FOX BRM 2046 BT2.1 BT.21100.006 -> BH.21100.004 Lan Intel WLAN 512AG_HMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#897072 Lan Intel WLAN 512AN_HMWG Shirley Peak... 3PIN ROHS POWER CORD UK 3PIN 27.TAXV7.001 27.A03V7.004 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY Chapter 6 171 Fru List CATEGORY ADAPTER BATTERY PART NAME ACER PART NO.
...-1300-04AC LF ADAPTER HIPRO 30W 19V 1.7X5.5X11 BLACK HP-A0301R3 B1LF LF AP.03001.001 AP.03003.001 AP.0300A.001 BOARD Foxconn Bluetooth FOX BRM 2046 BT2.1 BT.21100.006 -> BH.21100.004 Lan Intel WLAN 512AG_HMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#897072 Lan Intel WLAN 512AN_HMWG Shirley Peak... 3PIN ROHS POWER CORD UK 3PIN 27.TAXV7.001 27.A03V7.004 CASE/COVER/BRACKET ASSEMBLY Chapter 6 171 Fru List CATEGORY ADAPTER BATTERY PART NAME ACER PART NO.
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... to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the Aspire one series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. BRAND 3G Huawei Huawei A cover Accessory Adapter DELTA HIPRO Type UNDP-1 EM770W-MSFT EM770W ABS...2009F Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 5600mAh Main COMMON Battery SIMPLO UM-2009F Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 5600mAh Main COMMON ID:UM09F70 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/w:861 Chicony 0.3M LDV Lilac_3GA ( CNF9042-G ) Chicony Camera Lilac_2G Liteon 0.3M LDV Lily_2GA Liteon Camera...
... to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the Aspire one series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. BRAND 3G Huawei Huawei A cover Accessory Adapter DELTA HIPRO Type UNDP-1 EM770W-MSFT EM770W ABS...2009F Li-Ion 3S2P SANYO 6 cell 5600mAh Main COMMON Battery SIMPLO UM-2009F Li-Ion 3S2P SAMSUNG 6 cell 5600mAh Main COMMON ID:UM09F70 Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) f/w:861 Chicony 0.3M LDV Lilac_3GA ( CNF9042-G ) Chicony Camera Lilac_2G Liteon 0.3M LDV Lily_2GA Liteon Camera...
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.... 2. Wireless Lan AP D-Link DAP-1353(N) BUFFALO WZR-AG300NH(N) Corega CG-WLBARN80(N) Bluetooth Bluetooth Mouse Bluetooth Mouse (Ferrari 5000) Bluetooth Mouse (Ferrari 1000) USB Bluetooth Ambeon Bluetooth USB Adapter i-Tech BlueCON U2 ESENSE Bluetooth USB Adapter Bluetooth PDA Glofish X600 Bluetooth headphone Nokia Bluetooth Headphone HS-26W Nokia Bluetooth Headphone BH-703 Sony Ericsson Headset HBH-DS980 L2 Pass Pass L2...
.... 2. Wireless Lan AP D-Link DAP-1353(N) BUFFALO WZR-AG300NH(N) Corega CG-WLBARN80(N) Bluetooth Bluetooth Mouse Bluetooth Mouse (Ferrari 5000) Bluetooth Mouse (Ferrari 1000) USB Bluetooth Ambeon Bluetooth USB Adapter i-Tech BlueCON U2 ESENSE Bluetooth USB Adapter Bluetooth PDA Glofish X600 Bluetooth headphone Nokia Bluetooth Headphone HS-26W Nokia Bluetooth Headphone BH-703 Sony Ericsson Headset HBH-DS980 L2 Pass Pass L2...
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CPU Usage Check Audio and video Quality at full screen play and normal play to end. 4. Test Item Driver Graceful Hot Surprise Cold S3 S3 Hibernate Hibernate Bug NO. / Level Initial Removal Insert Removal Insert Removal Insert Removal Insert Reboot Comment Expected Result Additional S/W AP Microsoft Office2010 SPECviewperf 10 or later ( OpenGL Tool) Works 9.0 or later Skype 4.0 or later MSN 9.0 or later Yahoo Messager 9.0 or later VMWare 6.0 or later Blu-Ray L1 Pass L1 N/A L1 N/A L1 N/A L1 N/A L2 N/A L3 N/A Bail (H.264 1080i)---Play chapter2 (Made in U.S.A) L1 N/A N/A N/A...
CPU Usage Check Audio and video Quality at full screen play and normal play to end. 4. Test Item Driver Graceful Hot Surprise Cold S3 S3 Hibernate Hibernate Bug NO. / Level Initial Removal Insert Removal Insert Removal Insert Removal Insert Reboot Comment Expected Result Additional S/W AP Microsoft Office2010 SPECviewperf 10 or later ( OpenGL Tool) Works 9.0 or later Skype 4.0 or later MSN 9.0 or later Yahoo Messager 9.0 or later VMWare 6.0 or later Blu-Ray L1 Pass L1 N/A L1 N/A L1 N/A L1 N/A L2 N/A L3 N/A Bail (H.264 1080i)---Play chapter2 (Made in U.S.A) L1 N/A N/A N/A...
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... vendor 17 Version 17 BIOS Utility 23-31 Advanced 26 Boot 29 Exit 30 Navigating 23 Save and Exit 30 Security 26 System Security 30 Bluetooth Module Removing 121 brightness hotkeys 12 Button Board Removing 61 C Camera Board Removing 85, 106 caps lock on indicator 8 Common Problems 144 CRT Cable Removing...
... vendor 17 Version 17 BIOS Utility 23-31 Advanced 26 Boot 29 Exit 30 Navigating 23 Save and Exit 30 Security 26 System Security 30 Bluetooth Module Removing 121 brightness hotkeys 12 Button Board Removing 61 C Camera Board Removing 85, 106 caps lock on indicator 8 Common Problems 144 CRT Cable Removing...