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... passwords Kensington lock slot ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 3-pin 65 W AC adapter ENERGY STAR®* 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device 10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • System memory • • Display • • Graphics • Storage • subsystem ...in-1 card reader Two built-in stereo speakers High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* WLAN: • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* LAN: Fast Ethernet;
... passwords Kensington lock slot ACPI 3.0 48.8 W 4400 mAh 3-pin 65 W AC adapter ENERGY STAR®* 99-/100-/103-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device 10 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • System memory • • Display • • Graphics • Storage • subsystem ...in-1 card reader Two built-in stereo speakers High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* WLAN: • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* LAN: Fast Ethernet;
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... 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Note: * Only for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Note: The specifications listed above are for certain models.
... 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Note: * Only for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Note: The specifications listed above are for certain models.
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11 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • • System memory • • • Display • • TV-tuner • Graphics • Audio • • • ... system with two built-in stereo speakers True5.1-channel surround sound output High-definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones MS-Sound compatible 2.5" hard disk drive Optical drive options: • Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi...
11 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • • • • System memory • • • Display • • TV-tuner • Graphics • Audio • • • ... system with two built-in stereo speakers True5.1-channel surround sound output High-definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones MS-Sound compatible 2.5" hard disk drive Optical drive options: • Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi...
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English 13 Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Note: * Only for certain models Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.
English 13 Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% Note: * Only for certain models Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.
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These include: 1 Antenna connector and cable converter 2 Optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna, VHF and UHF compatible (only for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. English 14 What you need to enjoy TV (only for certain models) Note: The following content is for certain models) 3 Remote control If your computer has a TV-tuner, it includes a complete set of cables, NTSC converter, optional DVB-T antenna (only for certain models), and a remote control for use with the Windows Media Center.
These include: 1 Antenna connector and cable converter 2 Optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna, VHF and UHF compatible (only for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. English 14 What you need to enjoy TV (only for certain models) Note: The following content is for certain models) 3 Remote control If your computer has a TV-tuner, it includes a complete set of cables, NTSC converter, optional DVB-T antenna (only for certain models), and a remote control for use with the Windows Media Center.
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... in the software. Should the programs prove defective following their respective holders. Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any language or computer language, in this manual is sold or licensed... "as is subject to change without the prior written permission of their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its ...
... in the software. Should the programs prove defective following their respective holders. Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any language or computer language, in this manual is sold or licensed... "as is subject to change without the prior written permission of their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its ...
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IV Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related 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. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
IV Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related 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. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures.
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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 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom View 9 TouchPad Basics (with fingerprint reader 10 Using the Keyboard ...11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Key 14 Using the System Utilities 15 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 16 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 Information 24 Main 25 Advanced 26 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 Rear View 7 Left View 7 Right View 8 Bottom View 9 TouchPad Basics (with fingerprint reader 10 Using the Keyboard ...11 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 11 Windows Keys 12 Hot Keys 13 Special Key 14 Using the System Utilities 15 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 16 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility 23 Information 24 Main 25 Advanced 26 Security...
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System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® 7™ Platform • Intel® Mobile Calpella processor ...
System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Operating System • Genuine Windows® 7™ Platform • Intel® Mobile Calpella processor ...
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The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Chapter 1 3 NOTE: The specifications listed above are for Remote Control Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 0°C to 40 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (...
The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Chapter 1 3 NOTE: The specifications listed above are for Remote Control Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 0°C to 40 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (...
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... < > + : Open Ease of Windows 7, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
... < > + : Open Ease of Windows 7, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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...;C DOS Mode • Throttling 50%: On=95°C Off: 86°C • OS shut down at 100°C; Cache Size 6 MB 8 MB Power 45 W 45 W Acer P/N KC.72001.QMP KC.82001.QMP CPU Fan True Value Table CPU Temperature 50 60 70 80 85 Fan Speed (rpm) 2800 3100 3400 3800... 1333 1333 Mfg. H/W shut down at 92°C BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size InsydeH20 V0.06 Flash 2MB Specification 16 Chapter 1 H/W shut down at 92°C Auburndale • Throttling 50%: On=100°C Off: 86°C • OS shut down at 100°...
...;C DOS Mode • Throttling 50%: On=95°C Off: 86°C • OS shut down at 100°C; Cache Size 6 MB 8 MB Power 45 W 45 W Acer P/N KC.72001.QMP KC.82001.QMP CPU Fan True Value Table CPU Temperature 50 60 70 80 85 Fan Speed (rpm) 2800 3100 3400 3800... 1333 1333 Mfg. H/W shut down at 92°C BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size InsydeH20 V0.06 Flash 2MB Specification 16 Chapter 1 H/W shut down at 92°C Auburndale • Throttling 50%: On=100°C Off: 86°C • OS shut down at 100°...
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Chapter 1 17 Item Features Specification • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to form other combinations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various ... 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 Specification Intel Ibex Peak-M (PM55) 4GB 2 4GB 8GB DDRIII 800/1066MHz 1.5V Memory Combinations Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB...
Chapter 1 17 Item Features Specification • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to form other combinations. You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various ... 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 Specification Intel Ibex Peak-M (PM55) 4GB 2 4GB 8GB DDRIII 800/1066MHz 1.5V Memory Combinations Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB...
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LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Specification Broadcom BCM57780A1KMLG for Giga LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Left side Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Specification Chipset Data throughput Protocols Interface Intel WLAN Shirley Peak Protocol Typical Throughput 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g 802.11n...
LAN Interface Item LAN Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Specification Broadcom BCM57780A1KMLG for Giga LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Left side Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Specification Chipset Data throughput Protocols Interface Intel WLAN Shirley Peak Protocol Typical Throughput 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g 802.11n...
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... (GB) 320, 160 Bytes per sector 512 Data heads 4, 2 Drive Format Disks 2 or 1, 1 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer 352 rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer 150 rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power ...Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V ±5% Seagate ST9250315AS ST9500325AS 250, 500 512 5400 5V ±5% Specification Toshiba MK3255GSX MK2555GSX MK1655GSX 320, 250, 160 512 4, 2, 2 HGST HTS545050 HTS545032 HTS545025 HTS543216 512 2, 1, 1 5400 5400 8 MB SATA 395...
... (GB) 320, 160 Bytes per sector 512 Data heads 4, 2 Drive Format Disks 2 or 1, 1 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB Interface SATA Internal transfer 352 rate (Mbits/sec, max) I/O data transfer 150 rate (Mbytes/sec max) DC Power ...Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V ±5% Seagate ST9250315AS ST9500325AS 250, 500 512 5400 5V ±5% Specification Toshiba MK3255GSX MK2555GSX MK1655GSX 320, 250, 160 512 4, 2, 2 HGST HTS545050 HTS545032 HTS545025 HTS543216 512 2, 1, 1 5400 5400 8 MB SATA 395...
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... read & write) Loading mechanism Drawer type manual load / Electrical release Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek IC ALC889X-GR for High Definition Audio Codec Audio onboard or optional Onboard Mono or Stereo Stereo Internal Microphone ·AC...; Intel WLAN Shirley Peak Chapter 1 21 Super-Multi Drive Module Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Specification HLDS GT20N LF, Toshiba TS-L633B LF, Sony AD-7580S LF, PLDS DS-8A3S LF With ...
... read & write) Loading mechanism Drawer type manual load / Electrical release Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% Audio Interface Item Specification Audio Controller Realtek IC ALC889X-GR for High Definition Audio Codec Audio onboard or optional Onboard Mono or Stereo Stereo Internal Microphone ·AC...; Intel WLAN Shirley Peak Chapter 1 21 Super-Multi Drive Module Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats Specification HLDS GT20N LF, Toshiba TS-L633B LF, Sony AD-7580S LF, PLDS DS-8A3S LF With ...
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... with Dolby Digital Live • ENE KB926 for Keyboard Controller, Battery management Unit • JMB380 card reader Specification KB926 86-/87-/91-key keyboard Yes Yes Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell...Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Viewing Angle (degree) Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping) Specification AUO B156XW02 394.9 1366 x 3 (RGB) x 768 0.255 x 0.255 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 220 typ. (5 points average) 187 min. ...
... with Dolby Digital Live • ENE KB926 for Keyboard Controller, Battery management Unit • JMB380 card reader Specification KB926 86-/87-/91-key keyboard Yes Yes Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell...Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Viewing Angle (degree) Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping) Specification AUO B156XW02 394.9 1366 x 3 (RGB) x 768 0.255 x 0.255 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 220 typ. (5 points average) 187 min. ...
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... the up and down arrow keys. • To change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility. Help for a particular menu are found in the Item Specific Help part of screen). Please note that system information is subject to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set the parameter...
... the up and down arrow keys. • To change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility. Help for a particular menu are found in the Item Specific Help part of screen). Please note that system information is subject to enter setup. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set the parameter...
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... Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Display Mode [19:10:59] [01/09/2009] 4095 MB 512 MB [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [AHCI] [iGPU] Item Specific Help This is the help for your reference only. INCREASE/REDUCE: F5/F6 F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup...
... Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Display Mode [19:10:59] [01/09/2009] 4095 MB 512 MB [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [AHCI] [iGPU] Item Specific Help This is the help for your reference only. INCREASE/REDUCE: F5/F6 F1 Help ESC Exit Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup...
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... Root Port 1 XPCI Express Root Port 2 XPCI Express Root Port 3 XPCI Express Root Port 4 XPCI Express Root Port 5 XPCI Express Root Port 6 XASF Configuration Item Specific Help Configures Boot Settings. IDE Configuration Enter the IDE Configuration menu. IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction...
... Root Port 1 XPCI Express Root Port 2 XPCI Express Root Port 3 XPCI Express Root Port 4 XPCI Express Root Port 5 XPCI Express Root Port 6 XASF Configuration Item Specific Help Configures Boot Settings. IDE Configuration Enter the IDE Configuration menu. IMPORTANT:Making incorrect settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction...