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Acer Incorporated. All correspondence concerning your computer. Aspire Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 05/2008 Changes may be incorporated in the space provided below. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically...number, purchase date and place of purchase information in new editions of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. Aspire Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of this ...
Acer Incorporated. All correspondence concerning your computer. Aspire Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 05/2008 Changes may be incorporated in the space provided below. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically...number, purchase date and place of purchase information in new editions of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. Aspire Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of this ...
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... not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of the global environment, please recycle. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://...global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this...
... not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of the global environment, please recycle. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://...global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this...
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... desktop. 2 To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on your new Acer system. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it easy for you...
... desktop. 2 To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on your new Acer system. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it easy for you...
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Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets you to inspect hardware specifications, set an asset tag for your system. Empowering Technology 13 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you set BIOS passwords and modify boot options.
Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets you to inspect hardware specifications, set an asset tag for your system. Empowering Technology 13 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you set BIOS passwords and modify boot options.
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Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + . • Start...
Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + . • Start...
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... Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; English 21 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
... Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; English 21 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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... with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are moving from country to customs officials • International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the telecommunications...
... with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are moving from country to customs officials • International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the telecommunications...
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English 62 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is only available on certain models. To use the password protection feature of the following content is set the Empowering Technology password. ...set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Password settings in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for general reference only. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in the Restore page. Actual product specifications may vary. Acer eRecovery Management consists of Acer eRecovery Management, ...
English 62 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is only available on certain models. To use the password protection feature of the following content is set the Empowering Technology password. ...set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Password settings in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for general reference only. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in the Restore page. Actual product specifications may vary. Acer eRecovery Management consists of Acer eRecovery Management, ...
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...Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with minimum conditions for connection to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it imply that Telecom lines will accept ...call attempt. 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set to its network. Please ensure that the item complies with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF...
...Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with minimum conditions for connection to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it imply that Telecom lines will accept ...call attempt. 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set to its network. Please ensure that the item complies with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF...
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81 LCD panel ergonomic specifications English Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD panel (... IV 85.0° • Illuminance level: [250 + (250cosα)] lx where α = 85° • Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n • v'n Class II
81 LCD panel ergonomic specifications English Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD panel (... IV 85.0° • Illuminance level: [250 + (250cosα)] lx where α = 85° • Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n • v'n Class II
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... incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in any form or by Acer Incorporated. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of Acer Corporation. III Disclaimer The information in this guide is . Copyright Copyright © 2008...
... incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in any form or by Acer Incorporated. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of Acer Corporation. III Disclaimer The information in this guide is . Copyright Copyright © 2008...
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IV NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic.
IV NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic.
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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Left View 7 Right View 8 Rear View 8 Bottom View 9 Indicators 10 Easy-Launch Buttons 10 Touchpad Basics (with ...12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Navigating the BIOS Utility 27 Information 28 Main 29 Advanced 30 Security...
Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Left View 7 Right View 8 Rear View 8 Bottom View 9 Indicators 10 Easy-Launch Buttons 10 Touchpad Basics (with ...12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Navigating the BIOS Utility 27 Information 28 Main 29 Advanced 30 Security...
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System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and graphics • 15.4" WXGA 1280 x 800 • ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3200/3470/3650 Graphics (for Aspire 5530G only) TV Tuner • Digital TV-...8226; AMD Turion™ Dual-Core Processor* • AMD Athlon™ Dual-Core Processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* System Memory • Dual-Channel DDR2 support • Up to 2 GB of ...
System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and graphics • 15.4" WXGA 1280 x 800 • ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3200/3470/3650 Graphics (for Aspire 5530G only) TV Tuner • Digital TV-...8226; AMD Turion™ Dual-Core Processor* • AMD Athlon™ Dual-Core Processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* System Memory • Dual-Channel DDR2 support • Up to 2 GB of ...
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... programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; 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 on your edition of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center...
... programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; 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 on your edition of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center...
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... 4000 100 4000 Acoustic Level (dBA) 31 34 37 40 40 • BIOS CPU DTS Throttling 50% point = 100C; /recover 85C Item Specification BIOS vendor Phoenix BIOS Version V0.19T1 BIOS ROM type Flash BIOS ROM size 2MB BIOS package ACPI 2.0 compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1..., C2, C3, C4, C6 and S3, S4 for mobile CPU Supported protocols • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Support SMBUS 2.0, PCI2.3...
... 4000 100 4000 Acoustic Level (dBA) 31 34 37 40 40 • BIOS CPU DTS Throttling 50% point = 100C; /recover 85C Item Specification BIOS vendor Phoenix BIOS Version V0.19T1 BIOS ROM type Flash BIOS ROM size 2MB BIOS package ACPI 2.0 compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1..., C2, C3, C4, C6 and S3, S4 for mobile CPU Supported protocols • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Support SMBUS 2.0, PCI2.3...
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...combinations as long as they match the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. LAN Interface Item Specification LAN Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type Broadcom BCM5764MKMLG IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3p RJ-45 LAN connector... Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB Specification 0MB (no on the system) Gigabit Ethernet Bluetooth Interface Chipset Item BCM2045 Specification Data throughput Protocol Interface 3Mbps IEEE 802.15 USB Connector type mini-USB Chapter 1 19
...combinations as long as they match the above table, the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed. LAN Interface Item Specification LAN Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type Broadcom BCM5764MKMLG IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3p RJ-45 LAN connector... Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB Specification 0MB (no on the system) Gigabit Ethernet Bluetooth Interface Chipset Item BCM2045 Specification Data throughput Protocol Interface 3Mbps IEEE 802.15 USB Connector type mini-USB Chapter 1 19
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... throughput Protocol Interface Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Segate ST9250827AS BCM4312 54Mbps 802.11b/g pci-E Specification Segate ST9160310AS Specification Toshiba MK1246GSX Toshiba MK1652GSX Hitachi 5K320-320 5K320-250 Capacity 250 (MB) Bytes per 512 sector Data heads 4 Drive... Format Disks 2 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal 778 transfer rate (Mbits/ sec, max) I/O data 300 transfer rate (Mbytes/ sec ...
... throughput Protocol Interface Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Vendor & Model Name Segate ST9250827AS BCM4312 54Mbps 802.11b/g pci-E Specification Segate ST9160310AS Specification Toshiba MK1246GSX Toshiba MK1652GSX Hitachi 5K320-320 5K320-250 Capacity 250 (MB) Bytes per 512 sector Data heads 4 Drive... Format Disks 2 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal 778 transfer rate (Mbits/ sec, max) I/O data 300 transfer rate (Mbytes/ sec ...
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Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK • CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage, Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips DVD Write • DVD+R Media (16x/... Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker / Quantity Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR Drawer loading SATA • PIO mode • DMA • Ultra DMA33 4.5 MB 11...
Yuden, Mitsui, Ricoh, Fuji film, Sony, Hitachi Maxell, Memorex, RITEK, CMC, P.V.C, JVC, SKC, ACER, Prime Disc, TDK • CD-RW Media (10x/4x) Ricoh, Mitsubishi (Verbatim), ACER, OPTROM, Memorex, P.V.C, RITEK, CMC, LEADDATA, GigaStorage, Prodisc, Fornex, Samsung, Philips DVD Write • DVD+R Media (16x/... Audio Interface Item Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker / Quantity Specification Sony NEC Optiarc BC-5500S-AR Drawer loading SATA • PIO mode • DMA • Ultra DMA33 4.5 MB 11...
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... Board Major Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA/ 5 in 1 Card Reader Audio Codec Specification AMD SB700 Support USB 1.1 and 2.0 5 OHCI and 2 EHCI controller Chipset support 12 port(4 external port on the system) 2 ports on the right...and 4312 JMicron JMB385 Realtek ALC888S Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification LPC interface 88-/89-/93-key Yes Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Battery 6 Cell Item Vendor & model...
... Board Major Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA/ 5 in 1 Card Reader Audio Codec Specification AMD SB700 Support USB 1.1 and 2.0 5 OHCI and 2 EHCI controller Chipset support 12 port(4 external port on the system) 2 ports on the right...and 4312 JMicron JMB385 Realtek ALC888S Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Specification LPC interface 88-/89-/93-key Yes Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Battery 6 Cell Item Vendor & model...