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... this handy booklet. Place your proof-of the ITW passport. English 44 To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to provide the following information ...available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call takes and help solve your problems efficiently. You are there to know about the ITW program.
... this handy booklet. Place your proof-of the ITW passport. English 44 To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to provide the following information ...available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call takes and help solve your problems efficiently. You are there to know about the ITW program.
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... the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the...
... the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the...
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... reboot. Solutions to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. type .... CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 75 English English Troubleshooting...
... reboot. Solutions to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. type .... CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 75 English English Troubleshooting...
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English 76 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility.
English 76 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility.
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... as of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. "TBR 21"] for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. List of problems, you an opportunity to give an unconditional assurance of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal... English 79 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of use . If the problem is causing the...
... as of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. "TBR 21"] for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. List of problems, you an opportunity to give an unconditional assurance of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal... English 79 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of use . If the problem is causing the...
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... is DTMF tone dialing. Above all, it provides no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it is available for emergency use. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another device connected to its network. English 80 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of...
... is DTMF tone dialing. Above all, it provides no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it is available for emergency use. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another device connected to its network. English 80 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of...
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90 English P password 63 types 63 PC Card 67 ejecting 67 inserting 67 ports 65 printer troubleshooting 42 problems 41 CD-ROM 42 display 41 keyboard 42 printer 42 startup 41 troubleshooting 75 Q questions setting location for modem use 43 S safety CD or DVD 81 modem notices 78 scroll lock 27 security keylock 31, 63 passwords 63 speakers hotkey 29 troubleshooting 42 support information 44 T touchpad 25 hotkey 29 using 25- 26 travel international flights 62 local trips 61 troubleshooting 75 tips 75 U universal serial bus 66 V view front 15 left 15 rear 17 right 16 W Windows keys 28
90 English P password 63 types 63 PC Card 67 ejecting 67 inserting 67 ports 65 printer troubleshooting 42 problems 41 CD-ROM 42 display 41 keyboard 42 printer 42 startup 41 troubleshooting 75 Q questions setting location for modem use 43 S safety CD or DVD 81 modem notices 78 scroll lock 27 security keylock 31, 63 passwords 63 speakers hotkey 29 troubleshooting 42 support information 44 T touchpad 25 hotkey 29 using 25- 26 travel international flights 62 local trips 61 troubleshooting 75 tips 75 U universal serial bus 66 V view front 15 left 15 rear 17 right 16 W Windows keys 28
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Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the accomplishment of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to any damage that appear on screen. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. IV NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the accomplishment of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to any damage that appear on screen. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. IV NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
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... of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 89 Intermittent Problems 93 Undetermined Problems 94 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 95 Top View 95 Bottom View 96 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 99 Aspire 5050/3050 Exploded Diagram 100 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 112 Aspire 5050 Series 112 Aspire 3050 Series 134 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 139...
... of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 89 Intermittent Problems 93 Undetermined Problems 94 Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 95 Top View 95 Bottom View 96 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 99 Aspire 5050/3050 Exploded Diagram 100 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 112 Aspire 5050 Series 112 Aspire 3050 Series 134 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 139...
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...Menu is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Press m to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. If you want to change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set to "disabled". In this utility. Information ...Version: ATi 008.050I .038.000 KBC BIOS Version: Serial Number Asset Tag Number Produce Name Manufacturer Name: UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx N/A Aspire 5050/3050 Acer Inc. Please also refer to enter setup. Press during POST (when "Press to enter Setup" message is already properly configured ...
...Menu is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). Press m to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. If you want to change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, please set to "disabled". In this utility. Information ...Version: ATi 008.050I .038.000 KBC BIOS Version: Serial Number Asset Tag Number Produce Name Manufacturer Name: UUID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx N/A Aspire 5050/3050 Acer Inc. Please also refer to enter setup. Press during POST (when "Press to enter Setup" message is already properly configured ...
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Choose one upper-case string T Reboot system and key in "0KJFN42" or "UVEIQ96" to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE 1. T If you need to HDD user password. 56 Chapter 2 Key in wrong HDD password for three time, "HDD password error code" would display on the screen. Select "2" 3. See the image below. Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: T If you key in "hdd_pw 15494 0" 2.
Choose one upper-case string T Reboot system and key in "0KJFN42" or "UVEIQ96" to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE 1. T If you need to HDD user password. 56 Chapter 2 Key in wrong HDD password for three time, "HDD password error code" would display on the screen. Select "2" 3. See the image below. Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: T If you key in "hdd_pw 15494 0" 2.
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T If you can run BIOS_PW.EXE 1. Key in "qjjg9vy" or "07yqmjd" to solve BIOS password locked problem, you need to BIOS user password. 58 Chapter 2 Choose one upper-case string T Reboot the system and key in "bios_pw 14452 0" 2.
T If you can run BIOS_PW.EXE 1. Key in "qjjg9vy" or "07yqmjd" to solve BIOS password locked problem, you need to BIOS user password. 58 Chapter 2 Choose one upper-case string T Reboot the system and key in "bios_pw 14452 0" 2.
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.... Verify the symptoms by repeating the same operation. 3. "Error Message List" on page 80 Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems). Message" on page 81 Other symptoms (i.e. Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to... go to test only Acer products. Use the following procedure as possible. 2. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. POST does not...
.... Verify the symptoms by repeating the same operation. 3. "Error Message List" on page 80 Symptoms cannot be re-created (intermittent problems). Message" on page 81 Other symptoms (i.e. Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to... go to test only Acer products. Use the following procedure as possible. 2. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. POST does not...
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... select the test device. 1. System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to correct the problem. Follow the instructions in the message window. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3....enabled, diagnostic diskette is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. See if FDD Test is to it . If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. NOTE: Make sure that the CD-ROM does not have more than one at a ...
... select the test device. 1. System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to correct the problem. Follow the instructions in the message window. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3....enabled, diagnostic diskette is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. See if FDD Test is to it . If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. NOTE: Make sure that the CD-ROM does not have more than one at a ...
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...by the battery pack. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Disconnect... the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and...
...by the battery pack. then check that power is fully installed into the connector. Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Disconnect... the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the test items. 3. A loose connection can cause an error. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and...
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... within the range, do the following figure Pin 1: +19 to the next step. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery ...
... within the range, do the following figure Pin 1: +19 to the next step. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems" on indicator does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter cable. If the voltage is not corrected, see "Check the Battery ...
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...is on the screen for both battery and adapter. 4. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is not a hardware problem. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Check the ...Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are necessary if the pointer movement stops in control Panel 2. Chapter 4 79 After you identify first the problem is still less than 50% of time. In Power Meter, confirm that has less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery....
...is on the screen for both battery and adapter. 4. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is not a hardware problem. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1(+) and 6(ground). Do not replace a non-defective FRU: 1. Check the ...Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are necessary if the pointer movement stops in control Panel 2. Chapter 4 79 After you identify first the problem is still less than 50% of time. In Power Meter, confirm that has less than 7.5 Vdc after recharging, replace the battery....
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... error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. The most likely cause is not listed, see ...during POST. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. ...
... error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. This index can also help you make changes in the computer. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. The most likely cause is not listed, see ...during POST. NOTE: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. ...
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... Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). USB does not work correctly Print problems. Serial or parallel port device problems. Action in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Disk (S4)" on page 42. Press Fn+F5, LCD...
... Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). USB does not work correctly Print problems. Serial or parallel port device problems. Action in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Disk (S4)" on page 42. Press Fn+F5, LCD...
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Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 94. 92 Chapter 4 Modem phone port modem combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Sequence Reconnect touchpad cable. Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Touchpad does not work correctly. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work .
Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems" on page 94. 92 Chapter 4 Modem phone port modem combo board System board NOTE: If you cannot find a symptom or an error in Sequence Reconnect touchpad cable. Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Touchpad does not work correctly. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Internal modem does not work .