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...8226; • Graphics • • Audio • • • • • • Storage • subsystem • • Genuine Windows 7® AMD Better By Design Program, featuring: • AMD Turion™ II Ultra dual-core processor* • AMD Turion™ II dual-core processor*... speakers True5.1-channel surround sound output High-definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones MS-Sound compatible 2.5" hard disk drive Optical drive options: •...
...8226; • Graphics • • Audio • • • • • • Storage • subsystem • • Genuine Windows 7® AMD Better By Design Program, featuring: • AMD Turion™ II Ultra dual-core processor* • AMD Turion™ II dual-core processor*... speakers True5.1-channel surround sound output High-definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones MS-Sound compatible 2.5" hard disk drive Optical drive options: •...
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... 9 Easy-Launch Buttons 9 Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Special Key 13 Using the System Utilities 13 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 15 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS...
... 9 Easy-Launch Buttons 9 Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader 10 Using the Keyboard 11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Special Key 13 Using the System Utilities 13 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 14 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 15 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS...
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... by Crisis Disk 165 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 167 Aspire 4540/4240 Exploded Diagrams 168 Main Module 168 Base 169 Aspire 4540/4240 FRU List 170 Screw List 178 Model Definition and Configuration 180 Aspire 4540/4240 Series 180 Test Compatible Components 199 Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test 200 Online Support Information 211 Index 213...
... by Crisis Disk 165 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 167 Aspire 4540/4240 Exploded Diagrams 168 Main Module 168 Base 169 Aspire 4540/4240 FRU List 170 Screw List 178 Model Definition and Configuration 180 Aspire 4540/4240 Series 180 Test Compatible Components 199 Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test 200 Online Support Information 211 Index 213...
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...Windows® 7™ Platform • AMD Better By Design Program, featuring: • AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra dual-core processor* • AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core processor* • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer... InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2...
...Windows® 7™ Platform • AMD Better By Design Program, featuring: • AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra dual-core processor* • AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core processor* • AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer... InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* System Memory • Dual-Channel SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of DDR2...
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... speed as double-clicking a mouse button); Tap twice (at the same speed as clicking the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (only for certain models) to scroll...the touchpad's responsiveness. 10 Chapter 1 Function Execute Left Button (2) Quickly click twice. rest your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. dry and clean. NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your finger across the touchpad (1) to move left and...
... speed as double-clicking a mouse button); Tap twice (at the same speed as clicking the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (only for certain models) to scroll...the touchpad's responsiveness. 10 Chapter 1 Function Execute Left Button (2) Quickly click twice. rest your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. dry and clean. NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your finger across the touchpad (1) to move left and...
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... Type numbers in a normal manner. Num Lock off . Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on embedded keypad.
... Type numbers in a normal manner. Num Lock off . Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on embedded keypad.
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.... 12 Chapter 1 It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you...
.... 12 Chapter 1 It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you...
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... Solution, you to your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank, easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch, secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast application/website launching and login with the Microsoft Windows operating system. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. For more information...
... Solution, you to your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank, easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch, secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast application/website launching and login with the Microsoft Windows operating system. NOTE: Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. For more information...
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... and click on certain models. To access this monitor. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Drag and drop each display from the task bar. 2. Acer GridVista is simple to set to the manufacturer's recommended value. ...to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Settings. Acer Gridvista is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on the same screen. To enable the dual ...
... and click on certain models. To access this monitor. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Drag and drop each display from the task bar. 2. Acer GridVista is simple to set to the manufacturer's recommended value. ...to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Settings. Acer Gridvista is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on the same screen. To enable the dual ...
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AMD M92XT 55 nm Form Factor Package 29mm*29mm M2 Specification Keyboard Item Keyboard Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification ENE KB926 86-/87-/91-key keyboard Yes Yes Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Features Specification Realtek ...
AMD M92XT 55 nm Form Factor Package 29mm*29mm M2 Specification Keyboard Item Keyboard Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification ENE KB926 86-/87-/91-key keyboard Yes Yes Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Features Specification Realtek ...
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...32 characters) NOTE: The following messages show dmitools usage: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx 38 Chapter 2 Miscellaneous Utilities ...change the boot sequence to display the usage screen. 3. The following write examples (2 to 5) require a system reboot to the operating system (Windows, etc.). Enter into DOS. 2.
...32 characters) NOTE: The following messages show dmitools usage: • dmitools /r ==> Read dmi string from Memory Input: dmitools /r Output: Manufacturer (Type1, Offset04h): Acer Product Name (Type1, Offset05h): TravelMate xxxxx Serial Number (Type1, Offset07h): 01234567890123456789 UUID String (Type1, Offset08h): xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx 38 Chapter 2 Miscellaneous Utilities ...change the boot sequence to display the usage screen. 3. The following write examples (2 to 5) require a system reboot to the operating system (Windows, etc.). Enter into DOS. 2.
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... Process" on adjusting settings. Check the display resolution is more than one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Minimize or close all Windows. If display size is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel zoom feature in the same location, the ...3. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on the desktop and select Personalize´ Display Settings. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the ...
... Process" on adjusting settings. Check the display resolution is more than one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Minimize or close all Windows. If display size is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel zoom feature in the same location, the ...3. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on the desktop and select Personalize´ Display Settings. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the ...
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...required. Restore system and file settings from a command prompt. Run the Windows 7 Startup Repair Utility: a. b. Click Next. f. i. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 9. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 10. If the issue is discovered, follow the onscreen...42. Select Repair your computer. Ensure all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. The Install Windows screen displays. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to resolve the problem. 4....
...required. Restore system and file settings from a command prompt. Run the Windows 7 Startup Repair Utility: a. b. Click Next. f. i. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 9. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 10. If the issue is discovered, follow the onscreen...42. Select Repair your computer. Ensure all external devices. 2. Run a complete virus scan using System Restore. The Install Windows screen displays. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to resolve the problem. 4....
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... Recording tab. b. Select Use AutoPlay for the media inserted in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. After Changes remaining reaches zero, the region cannot be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is record enabled: a. Click Properties. If the exclamation marker is set to the software's user manual. Discs Do Not Burn...
... Recording tab. b. Select Use AutoPlay for the media inserted in lDE ATA/ATAPI controllers. After Changes remaining reaches zero, the region cannot be changed even Windows is reinstalled or the drive is record enabled: a. Click Properties. If the exclamation marker is set to the software's user manual. Discs Do Not Burn...
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c. Repeat for bent or broken pins on page 15. 3. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect ...
c. Repeat for bent or broken pins on page 15. 3. Drive Not Detected If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect ...
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... fail, perform the following actions one at a time to determine that: • The device is properly installed. Check Test Fixture is still not resolved, see Windows Help and Support. 10. See the mouse user manual. 3. Chapter 4 153 Try an alternative mouse. 2. Run the Event Viewer to Try. Do not replace a non...
... fail, perform the following actions one at a time to determine that: • The device is properly installed. Check Test Fixture is still not resolved, see Windows Help and Support. 10. See the mouse user manual. 3. Chapter 4 153 Try an alternative mouse. 2. Run the Event Viewer to Try. Do not replace a non...
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... below: 1. The Crisis Disk could be prepared ready in hand. It is enabled, the system will enter crisis mode to boot up the system with Windows XP OS. Update to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Steps for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is strongly recommended to the latest...
... below: 1. The Crisis Disk could be prepared ready in hand. It is enabled, the system will enter crisis mode to boot up the system with Windows XP OS. Update to have the AC adapter and Battery present. Steps for enable BIOS Recovery process when system is strongly recommended to the latest...
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... 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK US W/ CANADIAN FRENCH TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK CZ/SK TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 91KS BLACK JAPANESE TEXTURE Acer PN KB.I140A.040 KB.I140A.060 KB.I140A.036....PAA02.006 ODD BRACKET 33.PAA02.002 ODD BD COMBO MODULE ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X DS-4E1S LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7) 6M.PJE02.002 KO.0040F.003 LCD 174 ODD BEZEL-BD COMBO ODD BRACKET 42.PAA02.007 33.PAA02.002 Chapter 6
... 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK US W/ CANADIAN FRENCH TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 87KS BLACK CZ/SK TEXTURE KEYBOARD ACER AC4T JV40 INTERNAL 14 STANDARD 91KS BLACK JAPANESE TEXTURE Acer PN KB.I140A.040 KB.I140A.060 KB.I140A.036....PAA02.006 ODD BRACKET 33.PAA02.002 ODD BD COMBO MODULE ODD PLDS BD COMBO 12.7mm Tray DL 4X DS-4E1S LF W/O bezel SATA (Windows 7) 6M.PJE02.002 KO.0040F.003 LCD 174 ODD BEZEL-BD COMBO ODD BRACKET 42.PAA02.007 33.PAA02.002 Chapter 6
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Appendix B 199 Refer to the Aspire 4540/4240 series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under the Windows® 7 environment. Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
Appendix B 199 Refer to the Aspire 4540/4240 series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under the Windows® 7 environment. Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
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....7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel AC02 SATA (Windows 7) ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X UJ880A LF W/O bezel SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GT20N... LF W/O bezel SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GT20N LF W/O bezel CP03 SATA (Windows 7) ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X AD-7580S LF W/O bezel SATA ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X...
....7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel SATA ODD TOSHIBA Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X TS-L633B LF W/O bezel AC02 SATA (Windows 7) ODD PANASONIC Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X UJ880A LF W/O bezel SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GT20N... LF W/O bezel SATA ODD HLDS Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X GT20N LF W/O bezel CP03 SATA (Windows 7) ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X AD-7580S LF W/O bezel SATA ODD SONY Super-Multi DRIVE 12.7mm Tray DL 8X...