Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 7
Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 9 Rear Panel 10 Bottom Panel 11 Indicators 11 Launch Keys 12 Touchpad 13... Touchpad Basics 13 Using the Keyboard 15 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 15 Windows Keys 15 Hot Keys 16 Special Key 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 Chapter 2 System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the ...
Table of Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 3 Board Layout 4 Top View 4 Bottom View 5 An Aspire tour 7 Front View 7 Closed Front View 8 Left View 9 Right View 9 Rear Panel 10 Bottom Panel 11 Indicators 11 Launch Keys 12 Touchpad 13... Touchpad Basics 13 Using the Keyboard 15 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 15 Windows Keys 15 Hot Keys 16 Special Key 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 Chapter 2 System Utilities 29 BIOS Setup Utility 29 Navigating the ...
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 22
.... The touchpad is the same as doubleclicking a mouse button) then hold to the left /right. T Move your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. These two buttons are similar to move the cursor. T Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up /down and move left (1) and right (4) buttons...
.... The touchpad is the same as doubleclicking a mouse button) then hold to the left /right. T Move your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. These two buttons are similar to move the cursor. T Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up /down and move left (1) and right (4) buttons...
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 23
... are not printed on , all alphabetic characters typed are in a normal manner. Num Lock Off Hold while using cursor-control keys. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on embedded keypad. Scroll Lock does not work with the... external keypad. Type the letters in numeric mode. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys.
... are not printed on , all alphabetic characters typed are in a normal manner. Num Lock Off Hold while using cursor-control keys. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on embedded keypad. Scroll Lock does not work with the... external keypad. Type the letters in numeric mode. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys.
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 24
...other key in the hotkey combination. Fn-F3 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager. it launches the Start menu. Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on the Windows Start button; To activate hot keys, press ...: All Files dialog box. + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action. + Undoes the minimize all windows This key has the same effect as clicking on hot keys. Key Windows key Application key Icon Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking ...
...other key in the hotkey combination. Fn-F3 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager. it launches the Start menu. Hot Key Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on the Windows Start button; To activate hot keys, press ...: All Files dialog box. + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action. + Undoes the minimize all windows This key has the same effect as clicking on hot keys. Key Windows key Application key Icon Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking ...
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 32
System Board Major Chips Item VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge ...
System Board Major Chips Item VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge ...
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 62
... not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the main board. Multiple labels can cause the drive to correct the problem. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. See if CD-ROM Test is to a controller, driver... to select the test device. 1. See if FDD Test is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Follow the instructions in the message window.
... not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Replace the main board. Multiple labels can cause the drive to correct the problem. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/DVD-ROM module. 2. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. See if CD-ROM Test is to a controller, driver... to select the test device. 1. See if FDD Test is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Follow the instructions in the message window.
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 63
... items. 3. Remove the battery pack. 2. Connect the power adapter and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. Press F2 in the message window. Follow the instructions in the test items. 4. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of these...
... items. 3. Remove the battery pack. 2. Connect the power adapter and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. Press F2 in the message window. Follow the instructions in the test items. 4. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of these...
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 75
... switch System board Chapter 4 69 Action in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 26. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from actual size. Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to Disk...
... switch System board Chapter 4 69 Action in Sequence See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 26. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from actual size. Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to Disk...
Aspire 3610 Service Guide
Page 76
... BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%.
... BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the "Serial Port" in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%.
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 4
... will serve you well if you take care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on top of the cord if you cannot power off the computer and want to...
... will serve you well if you take care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on top of the cord if you cannot power off the computer and want to...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 6
...Taking care of your AC adapter iv Taking care of your battery pack v Cleaning and servicing v An Aspire tour 1 Front view 1 Closed front view 2 Left view 3 Right view 3 Rear view 4 ... Touchpad 10 Touchpad basics 10 Using the keyboard 12 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows keys 13 Hotkeys 13 Special keys 15 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 16... lock 16 Audio 17 Adjusting the volume 17 Using the system utilities 18 Acer eManager 18 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 19 Launch Manager 20 Norton AntiVirus 21 Frequently ...
...Taking care of your AC adapter iv Taking care of your battery pack v Cleaning and servicing v An Aspire tour 1 Front view 1 Closed front view 2 Left view 3 Right view 3 Rear view 4 ... Touchpad 10 Touchpad basics 10 Using the keyboard 12 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows keys 13 Hotkeys 13 Special keys 15 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 16... lock 16 Audio 17 Adjusting the volume 17 Using the system utilities 18 Acer eManager 18 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 19 Launch Manager 20 Norton AntiVirus 21 Frequently ...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 16
...Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display and graphics Storage subsystem Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) Processor: • Intel® Celeron® M processor 360/370/380 ... soDIMM modules 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 resolution 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution 16.7 million colors Intel® GMA 900 graphics with up to 128 MB of shared...
...Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display and graphics Storage subsystem Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) Processor: • Intel® Celeron® M processor 360/370/380 ... soDIMM modules 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 resolution 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution 16.7 million colors Intel® GMA 900 graphics with up to 128 MB of shared...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 20
English 10 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Tapping on the touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on the right scroll bar of the touchpad. This button mimics your finger across ...
English 10 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Tapping on the touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on the right scroll bar of the touchpad. This button mimics your finger across ...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 22
... typing Type the letters in uppercase. English 12 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. normal manner. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on the upper...
... typing Type the letters in uppercase. English 12 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. normal manner. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on the upper...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 23
... the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a ... controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 13 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right...
... the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a ... controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 13 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 28
... Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer eManager The innovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to a projector. Press < > to launch the Acer eManager user interface, which to control all your PC's power schemes and maximize battery life. Acer ePowerManagement Provides a central location from which features four main settings: Acer ePowerManagement, Acer ePresentation, Acer eRecovery and Acer eSettings. Acer eRecovery...
... Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer eManager The innovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to a projector. Press < > to launch the Acer eManager user interface, which to control all your PC's power schemes and maximize battery life. Acer ePowerManagement Provides a central location from which features four main settings: Acer ePowerManagement, Acer ePresentation, Acer eRecovery and Acer eSettings. Acer eRecovery...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 29
..., if your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to CD or DVD. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box ...and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on the same screen. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn...
..., if your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to CD or DVD. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box ...and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on the same screen. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 30
..." on page 9 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. English 20 Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is simple to be partitioned independently. Launch...
..." on page 9 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. English 20 Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is simple to be partitioned independently. Launch...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 31
... the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that run unattended on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for viruses? A Full System Scan scans all files on your computer data...
... the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that run unattended on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for viruses? A Full System Scan scans all files on your computer data...
Aspire 3610 User's Guide
Page 32
... situations that the resolution is set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one. Check the following is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up . Press any key to turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: • The brightness...
... situations that the resolution is set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one. Check the following is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up . Press any key to turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: • The brightness...