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... Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio Subsystem 1-5 Graphics 1-6 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Privacy Control 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and networking 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Controls 1-8 I/O Ports 1-8 Optional Items 1-8 Warranty 1-8 Eco-compliance 1-8 Environment 1-9 Software 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 Using the communication key 1-22 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications 1-24 Processor 1-25 Processor Specifications 1-26 CPU Fan...
... Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio Subsystem 1-5 Graphics 1-6 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Privacy Control 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and networking 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Controls 1-8 I/O Ports 1-8 Optional Items 1-8 Warranty 1-8 Eco-compliance 1-8 Environment 1-9 Software 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 Using the communication key 1-22 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications 1-24 Processor 1-25 Processor Specifications 1-26 CPU Fan...
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...model 1-34 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-35 Audio Interface 1-36 Battery 1-36 VRAM 1-37 USB Port 1-37 AC Adapter 1-37 System Power Management 1-38 Card Reader 1-38 System LED Indicator 1-39 System DMA Specification 1-39 System Interrupt Specification 1-40 System I/O Address Map 1-44 System I/O Address Map (Continued 1-45 CHAPTER 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 2-3 Navigating the BIOS Utility 2-3 BIOS 2-4 Information 2-4 Main 2-6 Advanced 2-8 Security 2-9 Power 2-13 Boot 2-14 Exit 2-15 BIOS Flash Utilities 2-16 DOS Flash Utility 2-17 WinFlash Utility 2-18 Clearing...
...model 1-34 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-35 Audio Interface 1-36 Battery 1-36 VRAM 1-37 USB Port 1-37 AC Adapter 1-37 System Power Management 1-38 Card Reader 1-38 System LED Indicator 1-39 System DMA Specification 1-39 System Interrupt Specification 1-40 System I/O Address Map 1-44 System I/O Address Map (Continued 1-45 CHAPTER 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 2-3 Navigating the BIOS Utility 2-3 BIOS 2-4 Information 2-4 Main 2-6 Advanced 2-8 Security 2-9 Power 2-13 Boot 2-14 Exit 2-15 BIOS Flash Utilities 2-16 DOS Flash Utility 2-17 WinFlash Utility 2-18 Clearing...
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... 3-5 Maintenance Flowchart 3-6 Getting Started 3-7 Battery Pack Removal 3-8 Battery Pack Installation 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Dummy Card Installation 3-9 Keyboard Removal 3-10 Keyboard Installation 3-11 UpperCase Screws and FFC Removal 3-12 UpperCase Screws and FFC Installation 3-12 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-13 ODD Module Installation 3-14 Base Cover Removal 3-15 Base Cover Installation 3-15 USB Module Removal 3-16 USB Module Installation 3-17 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Removal 3-18 Hard Disk Drive Installation 3-19 RTC (Real Time Clock) Battery Removal 3-20...
... 3-5 Maintenance Flowchart 3-6 Getting Started 3-7 Battery Pack Removal 3-8 Battery Pack Installation 3-8 Dummy Card Removal 3-9 Dummy Card Installation 3-9 Keyboard Removal 3-10 Keyboard Installation 3-11 UpperCase Screws and FFC Removal 3-12 UpperCase Screws and FFC Installation 3-12 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal 3-13 ODD Module Installation 3-14 Base Cover Removal 3-15 Base Cover Installation 3-15 USB Module Removal 3-16 USB Module Installation 3-17 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Removal 3-18 Hard Disk Drive Installation 3-19 RTC (Real Time Clock) Battery Removal 3-20...
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... Display) Module Removal 3-42 LCD Module Installation 3-43 LCD Bezel Removal 3-44 LCD Bezel Installation 3-45 Camera Module Removal 3-46 Camera Module Installation 3-47 LCD Panel Removal 3-48 LCD Panel Installation 3-49 LCD Hinge Removal 3-50 LCD Hinge Installation 3-50 LVDS Cable Removal 3-51 LVDS Cable Installation 3-52 CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting Introduction 4-3 General Information 4-3 Power On Issues 4-4 No Display Issues 4-5 LCD Failure 4-8 Keyboard Failure 4-9 Touchpad Failure 4-10 Internal Speaker Failure 4-11 Microphone Failure 4-13 USB Failure 4-14 Other Functions...
... Display) Module Removal 3-42 LCD Module Installation 3-43 LCD Bezel Removal 3-44 LCD Bezel Installation 3-45 Camera Module Removal 3-46 Camera Module Installation 3-47 LCD Panel Removal 3-48 LCD Panel Installation 3-49 LCD Hinge Removal 3-50 LCD Hinge Installation 3-50 LVDS Cable Removal 3-51 LVDS Cable Installation 3-52 CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting Introduction 4-3 General Information 4-3 Power On Issues 4-4 No Display Issues 4-5 LCD Failure 4-8 Keyboard Failure 4-9 Touchpad Failure 4-10 Internal Speaker Failure 4-11 Microphone Failure 4-13 USB Failure 4-14 Other Functions...
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... Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio Subsystem 1-5 Graphics 1-6 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Privacy Control 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and networking 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Controls 1-8 I/O Ports 1-8 Optional Items 1-8 Warranty 1-8 Eco-compliance 1-8 Environment 1-9 Software 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 Using the communication key 1-22 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications 1-24 Processor 1-25 Processor Specifications 1-26 CPU Fan...
... Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio Subsystem 1-5 Graphics 1-6 Storage Subsystem 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Privacy Control 1-6 Webcam 1-6 Wireless and networking 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 Power Adapter and Battery 1-7 Input and Controls 1-8 I/O Ports 1-8 Optional Items 1-8 Warranty 1-8 Eco-compliance 1-8 Environment 1-9 Software 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Touchpad Basics 1-18 Using the Keyboard 1-19 Windows Keys 1-20 Hotkeys 1-21 Using the communication key 1-22 Specification Tables 1-24 Computer specifications 1-24 Processor 1-25 Processor Specifications 1-26 CPU Fan...
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...-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL, 4X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM Privacy Control 0 BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Webcam 0 Acer Video Conference, featuring: Acer Crystal Eye webcam 1-6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
...-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL, 4X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM Privacy Control 0 BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot Webcam 0 Acer Video Conference, featuring: Acer Crystal Eye webcam 1-6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations
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Top View # Icon Item 8 Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 10 Speaker Delivers audio output Note: Color option may depend on the model. 1-12 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Table 1-1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
Top View # Icon Item 8 Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 10 Speaker Delivers audio output Note: Color option may depend on the model. 1-12 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Table 1-1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
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Left View # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100 based network. 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 6 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Left View Table 1-4. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Figure 1-4.
Left View # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100 based network. 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 6 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Left View Table 1-4. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15 Figure 1-4.
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Functions supported by Windows XP: < > + : Show the System Properties dialog box < > + : Open Ease of functions. it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. 1-20 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Key Description Windows Logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; It can also be used with other keys to items...
Functions supported by Windows XP: < > + : Show the System Properties dialog box < > + : Open Ease of functions. it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. 1-20 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Key Description Windows Logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; It can also be used with other keys to items...
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Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Figure 1-9. Turns the display screen backlight off Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hot key + + Icon Function Communication Sleep Description Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Puts the computer in the hockey combination. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-21 Increases the screen brightness. + Brightness down...
Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Figure 1-9. Turns the display screen backlight off Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hot key + + Icon Function Communication Sleep Description Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Puts the computer in the hockey combination. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-21 Increases the screen brightness. + Brightness down...
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... 4200 N/A System Memory Item Specification Memory controller Built in at CPU Memory size DDR3 1066MHz 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB DIMM socket number 2 socket Supports memory size per socket 4 GB Supports maximum memory size 8 GB Supports DIMM type SDRAM memory interface design Supports DIMM Speed 800/1066/1333 SDRAM Support DIMM voltage 1.5V Supports DIMM package Standard 204P Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-27 CPU Fan True Value Table (TJ85-CPU) Fan On (°C) Fan Off (°C) 45...
... 4200 N/A System Memory Item Specification Memory controller Built in at CPU Memory size DDR3 1066MHz 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB DIMM socket number 2 socket Supports memory size per socket 4 GB Supports maximum memory size 8 GB Supports DIMM type SDRAM memory interface design Supports DIMM Speed 800/1066/1333 SDRAM Support DIMM voltage 1.5V Supports DIMM package Standard 204P Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-27 CPU Fan True Value Table (TJ85-CPU) Fan On (°C) Fan Off (°C) 45...
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... 3.0 Specifications Atheros BU22 Single-chip Bluetooth v4.0 solution USB 2.0 full-speed device interface, supporting Device Firmware Upgrade (DFU) I²C or SPI interface, supporting external EEPROM and serial flash devices 1.2V linear voltage regulator (LDO) Integrated 32-bit CPU with 128 KByte data RAM and 512 KByte program ROM On-chip low power oscillator On-chip one-time programmable (OTP) memory ...
... 3.0 Specifications Atheros BU22 Single-chip Bluetooth v4.0 solution USB 2.0 full-speed device interface, supporting Device Firmware Upgrade (DFU) I²C or SPI interface, supporting external EEPROM and serial flash devices 1.2V linear voltage regulator (LDO) Integrated 32-bit CPU with 128 KByte data RAM and 512 KByte program ROM On-chip low power oscillator On-chip one-time programmable (OTP) memory ...
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... hard disc may be power managed in the system are turned off completely. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Save to Disk (S4) Specification Al devices in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. OS initiated shutdown. Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features Specification...
... hard disc may be power managed in the system are turned off completely. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Save to Disk (S4) Specification Al devices in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. OS initiated shutdown. Card Reader Item Chipset Package Maximum supported size Features Specification...
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... Enabled. To change the boot device without entering the BIOS SETUP, press F12 during POST (power-on self-test) when prompted at the bottom of F12 Boot Menu is found in square brackets open the DIMM door open the DIMM door[ ]. use the left and right arrow keys Item - Press Esc Load default settings - System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is pre-configured and optimized so most users...
... Enabled. To change the boot device without entering the BIOS SETUP, press F12 during POST (power-on self-test) when prompted at the bottom of F12 Boot Menu is found in square brackets open the DIMM door open the DIMM door[ ]. use the left and right arrow keys Item - Press Esc Load default settings - System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is pre-configured and optimized so most users...
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... the verification is complete after the user presses Enter. Retype new password in Enter New Password field. Press F10 to highlight Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. If the password entered does not match the current password, the screen shows the Setup Warning dialog. (Figure 2-9) System Utilities 2-11 Press Enter twice without typing anything in Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. Use the and keys to save changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
... the verification is complete after the user presses Enter. Retype new password in Enter New Password field. Press F10 to highlight Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. If the password entered does not match the current password, the screen shows the Setup Warning dialog. (Figure 2-9) System Utilities 2-11 Press Enter twice without typing anything in Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. Use the and keys to save changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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.... Troubleshooting 4-3 Common Problems Symptoms (Verified) Power On Issues No Display Issues LCD Failure Keyboard Failure Touchpad Failure Internal Speaker Failure Microphone Failure USB Failure Other Functions Failure Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems 4. If the Issue is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information. Use Table 4-1 with the notebook. Troubleshooting Introduction 0 This chapter contains information about the problem. 2. If possible, verify the symptoms by step procedures are a guide for Acer products...
.... Troubleshooting 4-3 Common Problems Symptoms (Verified) Power On Issues No Display Issues LCD Failure Keyboard Failure Touchpad Failure Internal Speaker Failure Microphone Failure USB Failure Other Functions Failure Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems 4. If the Issue is still not resolved, refer to Online Support Information. Use Table 4-1 with the notebook. Troubleshooting Introduction 0 This chapter contains information about the problem. 2. If possible, verify the symptoms by step procedures are a guide for Acer products...
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DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? Fasten Screw Figure 4-2. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : START Replace LCD panel/ No LCD cable LCD module OK? Switching between internal and external by checking for one of the following: Fans start up Status LEDs illuminate If no power, refer to Power On Issues. 3. No Power On Issues Ext...
DDR RAM module Replace M/B CPU thermal module well No screw? Fasten Screw Figure 4-2. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : START Replace LCD panel/ No LCD cable LCD module OK? Switching between internal and external by checking for one of the following: Fans start up Status LEDs illuminate If no power, refer to Power On Issues. 3. No Power On Issues Ext...
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... the display. Connect an external monitor to LCD Failure. 7. If the POST or video appears on adjusting the settings. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8. Reseat the memory modules. 10. NOTE: NOTE: Make sure that : The device is correctly configured: Minimize or close all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Readjust if necessary. 4. Check the Device Manager to Maintenance Flowchart. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD...
... the display. Connect an external monitor to LCD Failure. 7. If the POST or video appears on adjusting the settings. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. 8. Reseat the memory modules. 10. NOTE: NOTE: Make sure that : The device is correctly configured: Minimize or close all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Readjust if necessary. 4. Check the Device Manager to Maintenance Flowchart. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD...
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...;LCD assembly 4-16 Troubleshooting Undetermined Problems 0 The diagnostic problems do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Remove power from the computer. 2. If any FRU. 3. If the problem remains, replace 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. Intermittent Problems...
...;LCD assembly 4-16 Troubleshooting Undetermined Problems 0 The diagnostic problems do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Remove power from the computer. 2. If any FRU. 3. If the problem remains, replace 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. Intermittent Problems...
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... POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) Phase Post Code Description BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS 10 Enter BDS entry BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS 11 Install Hotkey service BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS 12 ASF Initialization BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS 13 PCI enumeration BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS 14 PCI resource assign complete BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS 15 PCI enumeration complete BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS 16 Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and Mouse initialization BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS 17 Video device initialization 4-20 Troubleshooting Table...
... POST Code Table Functionality Name (Include\ PostCode.h) Phase Post Code Description BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS 10 Enter BDS entry BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS 11 Install Hotkey service BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS 12 ASF Initialization BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START BDS 13 PCI enumeration BDS_BEFORE_PCIIO_INSTALL BDS 14 PCI resource assign complete BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_END BDS 15 PCI enumeration complete BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_IN BDS 16 Keyboard Controller, Keyboard and Mouse initialization BDS_CONNECT_CONSOLE_OUT BDS 17 Video device initialization 4-20 Troubleshooting Table...