Acer Aspire 5517 Notebook Series Quick Guide
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.... 7 Click buttons The left and right mouse buttons. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 9 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN...
.... 7 Click buttons The left and right mouse buttons. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 9 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Wireless LAN communication button/indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN...
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... MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 16:9 aspect ratio ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics 2.5" hard disk drive DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive 5-in-1 card reader Two built-in jack for AC adapter Wake-on-LAN ready 372.3 (W) x 246.5 (D) x 26.8/39.6 (H) mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches...
... MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 16:9 aspect ratio ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics 2.5" hard disk drive DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive 5-in-1 card reader Two built-in jack for AC adapter Wake-on-LAN ready 372.3 (W) x 246.5 (D) x 26.8/39.6 (H) mm (14.4 x 10.8 x 1.1/1.5 inches...
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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...13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot 31 Exit 32... 44 Removing the SD Dummy Card 45 Removing the Lower Covers 46 Removing the Optical Drive Module 47 Removing the DIMM Modules 49 Removing the WLAN Module 50 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 52 Main Unit Disassembly Process 54 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 54 Removing the Switch...
...13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 17 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Aspire 5517 BIOS 26 Information 26 Main 27 Security 28 Boot 31 Exit 32... 44 Removing the SD Dummy Card 45 Removing the Lower Covers 46 Removing the Optical Drive Module 47 Removing the DIMM Modules 49 Removing the WLAN Module 50 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 52 Main Unit Disassembly Process 54 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 54 Removing the Switch...
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... the Power Board 104 Replacing the Upper Cover 104 Replacing the LCD Module 108 Replacing the Keyboard 113 Replacing the Switch Cover 114 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 114 Replacing the WLAN Module 116 Replacing the DIMM Modules 116 Replacing the ODD Module 117 Replacing the Lower Covers 117 Replacing the...
... the Power Board 104 Replacing the Upper Cover 104 Replacing the LCD Module 108 Replacing the Keyboard 113 Replacing the Switch Cover 114 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 114 Replacing the WLAN Module 116 Replacing the DIMM Modules 116 Replacing the ODD Module 117 Replacing the Lower Covers 117 Replacing the...
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... Display • 15.6" WXGA, HD 720p, 1366x768 Graphics • ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics Storage subsystem • 2.5" hard disk drive • Multi-in-1 card-reader Optical Drive • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive Audio • • • Realtek ALC272X-GR for High Definition Audio Codec with Dolby Digital Live Internal speakers x2...
... Display • 15.6" WXGA, HD 720p, 1366x768 Graphics • ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics Storage subsystem • 2.5" hard disk drive • Multi-in-1 card-reader Optical Drive • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive Audio • • • Realtek ALC272X-GR for High Definition Audio Codec with Dolby Digital Live Internal speakers x2...
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Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Num Lock Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. No. 7 8 9 ...
Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Num Lock Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. No. 7 8 9 ...
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Battery HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Lights up when Caps Lock is closed. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 10 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. NOTE: 1. Lights up when Num Lock is active. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
Battery HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates the computer's battery status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Lights up when Caps Lock is closed. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 10 Chapter 1 Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. NOTE: 1. Lights up when Num Lock is active. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
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... Operating Frequency Modulation Schemes Channel Numbers Data Rate Media Access Protocol Transmitter Output Power Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Capacity (MB) Specification Seagate ST9160310AS ST9160314AS ST9250315AS ST9320320AS ST9320325AS 500, ...250 Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 512 4, 2 2, 1 5400 Seagate ST9320320AS ST9160310AS Toshiba MK1655GSX MK1655GSX MK3255GSX MK3263GSX 320, 160 320, 250, ...
... Operating Frequency Modulation Schemes Channel Numbers Data Rate Media Access Protocol Transmitter Output Power Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Capacity (MB) Specification Seagate ST9160310AS ST9160314AS ST9250315AS ST9320320AS ST9320325AS 500, ...250 Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) 512 4, 2 2, 1 5400 Seagate ST9320320AS ST9160310AS Toshiba MK1655GSX MK1655GSX MK3255GSX MK3263GSX 320, 160 320, 250, ...
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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... or Disabled Option: AHCI or IDE Chapter 2 27 The hours are displayed with 24hour format. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to boot the system. Quiet Boot: Network Boot: F12 Boot Menu: D2D Recovery: SATA Mode: [Enabled...
... or Disabled Option: AHCI or IDE Chapter 2 27 The hours are displayed with 24hour format. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to boot the system. Quiet Boot: Network Boot: F12 Boot Menu: D2D Recovery: SATA Mode: [Enabled...
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... Chapter 2 31 Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to move it up the List, or to support boot. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay.
... Chapter 2 31 Select Boot Devices to select specific devices to move it up the List, or to support boot. Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module bay.
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Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to device, avoid pressing down on it . 52 Chapter 3 NOTE: To prevent damage to disconnect the interface. 3. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on top of the HDD bay. Lift the HDD Module clear of it or placing heavy objects on page 46. 2. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1.
Using the pull-tab, slide the HDD Module in the direction of the arrow to device, avoid pressing down on it . 52 Chapter 3 NOTE: To prevent damage to disconnect the interface. 3. See "Removing the Lower Covers" on top of the HDD bay. Lift the HDD Module clear of it or placing heavy objects on page 46. 2. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1.
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the four screws (two each side) to the Upper Cover. 2. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to secure the carrier. 114 Chapter 3 Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place.
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. Place the HDD in the HDD carrier. 2. Replace the four screws (two each side) to the Upper Cover. 2. Place the Switch Cover left side first on to secure the carrier. 114 Chapter 3 Replacing the Switch Cover 1. Press down as indicated to snap the Switch Cover into place.
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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Run the advanced diagnostic test for damage. NOTE: Verify that all of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Power-off the computer. 2. If any error is detected, do with...
Run the advanced diagnostic test for damage. NOTE: Verify that all of the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Power-off the computer. 2. If any error is detected, do with...
Acer Aspire 5517 Series Service Guide
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...Routine Description Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to boot with INT 19 Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) Initialize error logging Initialize error...Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure Check for SMART Drive (optional) Shadow option ROMs Set up Power Management Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and ...
...Routine Description Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize floppy controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard-disk controllers Initialize local-bus hard-disk controllers Jump to boot with INT 19 Initialize POST Error Manager (PEM) Initialize error logging Initialize error...Multi Processor table Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure Check for SMART Drive (optional) Shadow option ROMs Set up Power Management Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and ...
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... E EasyTouch Failure 132 Euro 15 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 43 F Features 1 Flash Utility 33 FPC Cable Removing 84 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 145 H Hard Disk Drive Removing 52 Replacing 114 HDTV Switch Failure 133 Hibernation mode hotkey 14 Hot Keys 12 I Indicators 10 Intermittent Problems 134 Internal Speaker Failure 126 J Jumper...
... E EasyTouch Failure 132 Euro 15 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 43 F Features 1 Flash Utility 33 FPC Cable Removing 84 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 145 H Hard Disk Drive Removing 52 Replacing 114 HDTV Switch Failure 133 Hibernation mode hotkey 14 Hot Keys 12 I Indicators 10 Intermittent Problems 134 Internal Speaker Failure 126 J Jumper...