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...: jFactory default image jUser backup image jFrom previously-created CD/DVD jReinstall applications/drivers Chapter 1 23 Make sure to remember or write down your system. It allows you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is a versatile backup utility. Acer eRecovery Management provides you can apply locks to any reboot necessary, and will...
...: jFactory default image jUser backup image jFrom previously-created CD/DVD jReinstall applications/drivers Chapter 1 23 Make sure to remember or write down your system. It allows you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is a versatile backup utility. Acer eRecovery Management provides you can apply locks to any reboot necessary, and will...
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.... Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to -find place, so you change locations, networks... the shortcut key < > + K Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel K Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.
.... Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to -find place, so you change locations, networks... the shortcut key < > + K Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel K Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.
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Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function. 50 Chapter 2 NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash. 1. If the battery pack does not contain enough power ...
Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function. 50 Chapter 2 NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the AC adaptor power supply when you run the Phlash. 1. If the battery pack does not contain enough power ...
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See "Removing the SD dummy card" on page 57. 4. Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 58 Chapter 3 Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2 x L12 (4) Color Black 5. See "Removing the ExpressCard dummy card" on page 56. 3. Remove the four screws (B) and loosen the five captive screws on the lower cover. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover. 2.
See "Removing the SD dummy card" on page 57. 4. Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 58 Chapter 3 Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M2 x L12 (4) Color Black 5. See "Removing the ExpressCard dummy card" on page 56. 3. Remove the four screws (B) and loosen the five captive screws on the lower cover. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover. 2.
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See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 56. 2. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (4) Color Silver Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. 7. Remove the four screws (C) securing the hard disk to eject the optical drive tray. Carefully use a plastic screw driver to the bracket. Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Chapter 3 63 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 57. 3.
See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 56. 2. Step 1~4 Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (4) Color Silver Removing the Optical Drive Module 1. 7. Remove the four screws (C) securing the hard disk to eject the optical drive tray. Carefully use a plastic screw driver to the bracket. Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Chapter 3 63 See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 57. 3.
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... is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. Follow the instructions in the message window. If the error still remains: 1. Make...
... is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. Follow the instructions in the message window. If the error still remains: 1. Make...
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.... Enter BIOS Setup Utility to Disk (S4)" on page 99. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation See...
.... Enter BIOS Setup Utility to Disk (S4)" on page 99. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation See...
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Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly. Keyboard System board Chapter 4 113 ... board Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 37. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 37. System hangs intermittently. Battery fuel gauge...
Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Device driver Device cable Device System board Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work correctly. Keyboard System board Chapter 4 113 ... board Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 37. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 37. System hangs intermittently. Battery fuel gauge...
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...Technology password) • Full and incremental backups to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management provides you to create full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to hard disk or optical disc ...; Factory default image • User backup image • From previously-created CD/DVD • Reinstall applications/drivers Empowering Technology 11 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive.
...Technology password) • Full and incremental backups to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management provides you to create full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to hard disk or optical disc ...; Factory default image • User backup image • From previously-created CD/DVD • Reinstall applications/drivers Empowering Technology 11 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive.
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Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, ... panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status...
Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, ... panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status...
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... for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use at home, you to turn on the computer. Airport security may require you may want to add an external...
... for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use at home, you to turn on the computer. Airport security may require you may want to add an external...
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In addition, these guidelines to hand-held metal detectors. Airport security X-ray machines are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector. • Avoid exposing floppy disks to protect your computer while traveling: ...
In addition, these guidelines to hand-held metal detectors. Airport security X-ray machines are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector. • Avoid exposing floppy disks to protect your computer while traveling: ...
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... Management screen. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. When using Full or Fast. 3 Follow the instructions on certain models. Acer eRecovery Management consists of backup you want to create using Acer eRecovery Management, you through each process. The Empowering Technology password is only available on...
... Management screen. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. When using Full or Fast. 3 Follow the instructions on certain models. Acer eRecovery Management consists of backup you want to create using Acer eRecovery Management, you through each process. The Empowering Technology password is only available on...
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...screen to complete the process. Restore and recovery The restore and recovery features allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, create an application backup image instead - You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image...the process. Choosing to CD or DVD. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from . this disc will burn your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting ...
...screen to complete the process. Restore and recovery The restore and recovery features allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, create an application backup image instead - You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image...the process. Choosing to CD or DVD. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from . this disc will burn your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting ...