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Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack 5-in-1 card reader ExpressCard/54 slot Connects to remove/install the card. Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. Note: Push to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Accepts inputs from external microphones. Accepts one card ...
Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack 5-in-1 card reader ExpressCard/54 slot Connects to remove/install the card. Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. Note: Push to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Accepts inputs from external microphones. Accepts one card ...
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 9 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use.
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...-core mobile processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* Dual-channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 ATI Radeon™...
...-core mobile processor* • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor* • AMD M780G Chipset • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* Dual-channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.6" HD 1366 x 768 ATI Radeon™...
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..., your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to extend the functionality of this generic service guide. If, for Acer's "global" product offering. V Preface Before using this information and the product it will NOT be noted in the printed Service Guide...with all technical information relating to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with further technical details. 2. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. This Service Guide provides you should ...
..., your regional office MAY have a DIFFERENT part number code to extend the functionality of this generic service guide. If, for Acer's "global" product offering. V Preface Before using this information and the product it will NOT be noted in the printed Service Guide...with all technical information relating to -date information available on card, modem, or extra memory capability). Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you with further technical details. 2. For ACER-AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your regional web or channel. This Service Guide provides you should ...
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... System Check Procedures 98 External Diskette Drive Check 98 External CD-ROM Drive Check 98 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 98 Memory Check 99 Power System Check 99 Touchpad Check 101 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 102 Index of Error Messages... 119 Clearing Password Check 119 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 120 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 Aspire 5235/5535 Series Exploded Diagram 122 Model Definition and Configuration 130 Aspire 5235/5535 Series 130 Test Compatible Components 155 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 156 VIII
... System Check Procedures 98 External Diskette Drive Check 98 External CD-ROM Drive Check 98 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 98 Memory Check 99 Power System Check 99 Touchpad Check 101 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 102 Index of Error Messages... 119 Clearing Password Check 119 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 120 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 Aspire 5235/5535 Series Exploded Diagram 122 Model Definition and Configuration 130 Aspire 5235/5535 Series 130 Test Compatible Components 155 Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test 156 VIII
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...; X2 dual-core mobile processor (AAQL60/62 for Aspire 5535) • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor (SMPSI4025W for Aspire 5235) • AMD M780G chipset • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* System Memory • Dual-channel support • Up to...
...; X2 dual-core mobile processor (AAQL60/62 for Aspire 5535) • Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor (SMPSI4025W for Aspire 5235) • AMD M780G chipset • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* System Memory • Dual-channel support • Up to...
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.... USB 2.0 ports Microphone-in -1 card reader Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera) (only for certain models). Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). accepts CDs or DVDs. Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Optical...
.... USB 2.0 ports Microphone-in -1 card reader Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera) (only for certain models). Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). accepts CDs or DVDs. Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Optical...
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 8 Chapter 1 compartment 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after and cooling fan prolonged use. Bottom View Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory Houses the computer's main memory.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 8 Chapter 1 compartment 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after and cooling fan prolonged use. Bottom View Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory Houses the computer's main memory.
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... Version Phoenix 1.04c Specification System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification Built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 2048MB 4G for ...64bit OS (with two 2GB SODIMM) DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM 667 MHz 1.8V and 0.9V 200-pin soDIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. Chapter 1 27 CPU Fan True Value Table DTS(degree C) ...
... Version Phoenix 1.04c Specification System Memory Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification Built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 2048MB 4G for ...64bit OS (with two 2GB SODIMM) DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM 667 MHz 1.8V and 0.9V 200-pin soDIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications. Chapter 1 27 CPU Fan True Value Table DTS(degree C) ...
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...WLAN 802.11ABGN SHIRLEYPEAK1*2 (built-in AMD SB700 on the main board) 11~54 Mbps, up to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). Memory Combinations 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB Slot 1 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB... 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...
...WLAN 802.11ABGN SHIRLEYPEAK1*2 (built-in AMD SB700 on the main board) 11~54 Mbps, up to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). Memory Combinations 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB 2048MB Slot 1 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB... 2048MB 0MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB Slot 2 Total Memory 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system...
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... CD, Multi-Session CD-I (Green Book, Mode2 Form1 & 2, Ready, Bridge) CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Optical Disc Drive Item Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specification Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.08Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Applicable disc format...
... CD, Multi-Session CD-I (Green Book, Mode2 Form1 & 2, Ready, Bridge) CD-Extra/ CD-Plus (Blue Book) - Optical Disc Drive Item Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specification Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.08Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Applicable disc format...
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Audio Interface Item Internal speaker / Quantity Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control System Board Major Chips Item Core logic VGA USB 2.0 ...
Audio Interface Item Internal speaker / Quantity Video Memory Item Chipset Memory size Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB port Location Serial port function control System Board Major Chips Item Core logic VGA USB 2.0 ...
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... boot option and recovery. Actual values may differ. 36 Chapter 2 Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: [10:10:10] [07/26/2008] 640 KB 4061 MB 32 MB Item Specific Help , , or selects field.
... boot option and recovery. Actual values may differ. 36 Chapter 2 Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: [10:10:10] [07/26/2008] 640 KB 4061 MB 32 MB Item Specific Help , , or selects field.
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...if Customer Logo will not be displayed or not; Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is set to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the system. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the ... or IDE NOTE: The sub-items under each device will be shown if the device control is disabled. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Quiet Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Chapter 2 37...
...if Customer Logo will not be displayed or not; Enabled: Customer Logo is displayed, and Summary Screen is set to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the system. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the ... or IDE NOTE: The sub-items under each device will be shown if the device control is disabled. Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory VGA Memory Quiet Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Format/Option Sets the system time. Chapter 2 37...
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... you use the Flash. NOTE: Please use the Flash utility. Copy the flash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Flash. 1. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Use the Flash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. BIOS Flash Utility The...
... you use the Flash. NOTE: Please use the Flash utility. Copy the flash utilities to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Flash. 1. Prepare a bootable diskette. 2. Use the Flash utility to the bootable diskette. 3. BIOS Flash Utility The...
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... adapter and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Memory Check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable ... "Check the Battery Pack" on page 101 Chapter 4 99 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostic program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the message window. Go to main board. ...
... adapter and check that the DIMM is supplied by the battery pack. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Memory Check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using each of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable ... "Check the Battery Pack" on page 101 Chapter 4 99 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostic program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 4. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the message window. Go to main board. ...
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... menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 102 Chapter 4 If the symptom is listed first. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next...
... menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. 102 Chapter 4 If the symptom is listed first. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. NOTE: If the system fails after you determine the next...
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.... see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 98. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn System battery is specified. Error Message List Error Messages Failure Fixed Disk Stuck Key Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard locked...
.... see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 98. IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error (THe causes will be shown before "Equipment Configuration Error") Memory Error at offset: nnnn System battery is specified. Error Message List Error Messages Failure Fixed Disk Stuck Key Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard locked...
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... BIOS Setup Utility. System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 104 Chapter 4 Default configuration used Memory size found FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility See "External Diskette Drive Check" on page 98. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in...
... BIOS Setup Utility. System board Run "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board 104 Chapter 4 Default configuration used Memory size found FRU/Action in BIOS Setup Utility See "External Diskette Drive Check" on page 98. RTC battery System board Run "Load Default Settings" in...
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... POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register ...to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 215 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of...
... POST values Restore CPU control word during warm boot Initialize PCI Bus Mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory autosize 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register ...to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 215 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of...