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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 ...the Keyboard 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 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 ...the Keyboard 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 Security...
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... 115 Replacing the Lower Covers 115 Replacing the ExpressCard and SD Card Dummy Trays 116 Troubleshooting 117 Common Problems 117 Power On Issue 118 No Display Issue 119 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 120 LCD Failure 121 Built-In Keyboard Failure 121 Touchpad Failure 122 Internal Speaker Failure 122 Internal Microphone...
... 115 Replacing the Lower Covers 115 Replacing the ExpressCard and SD Card Dummy Trays 116 Troubleshooting 117 Common Problems 117 Power On Issue 118 No Display Issue 119 Random Loss of BIOS Settings 120 LCD Failure 121 Built-In Keyboard Failure 121 Touchpad Failure 122 Internal Speaker Failure 122 Internal Microphone...
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...8226; AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core mobile processor* • AMD Athlon™ X2 dual-core mobile processor* • AMD M780G Chipset* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* System Memory • Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many feature... 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules TV Tuner • Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T* Display and graphics • 16:9 aspect ratio • 16" Full HD 1920 x 1080* • 16" HD 1366 x 768* • ATI Radeon™...
...8226; AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core mobile processor* • AMD Athlon™ X2 dual-core mobile processor* • AMD M780G Chipset* • Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* System Memory • Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many feature... 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules TV Tuner • Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T* Display and graphics • 16:9 aspect ratio • 16" Full HD 1920 x 1080* • 16" HD 1366 x 768* • ATI Radeon™...
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...® 4.0 Special keys and controls • 105/106-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • Acer EasyPort IV connector* • ExpressCard™/54 slot • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • 3 USB ...2.0 ports • USB 2.0 / eSATA port * NOTE: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in the mean time. • HDMI™ port with HDCP support* • External display...
...® 4.0 Special keys and controls • 105/106-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device I/O interface • Acer EasyPort IV connector* • ExpressCard™/54 slot • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • 3 USB ...2.0 ports • USB 2.0 / eSATA port * NOTE: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in the mean time. • HDMI™ port with HDCP support* • External display...
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... button Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). Turns the computer on and off. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your new computer. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Microphone Description Web camera for video communication (only for sound recording. Status indicators Light...
... button Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by models). Turns the computer on and off. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your new computer. Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Microphone Description Web camera for video communication (only for sound recording. Status indicators Light...
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... 4 5 6 7 8 9 Icon HDMI / e SATA Item DC in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet (RJ-45) port Acer EasyPort IV connector External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 / e SATA port USB 2.0 port Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support Microphone jack Connects...camera). Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). Connects to USB 2.0 or eSATA devices (only for certain models). external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to a display device (e.g. Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.
... 4 5 6 7 8 9 Icon HDMI / e SATA Item DC in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter Ethernet (RJ-45) port Acer EasyPort IV connector External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 / e SATA port USB 2.0 port Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support Microphone jack Connects...camera). Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). Connects to USB 2.0 or eSATA devices (only for certain models). external monitor, LCD projector). Connects to a display device (e.g. Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.
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It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for computers (if you are on a network) + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle... through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all...
It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for computers (if you are on a network) + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle... through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all...
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Hotkey + + + + + + + + + < > + < > Icon Function Hotkey help Acer eSettings Management Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Brightness up Brightness down Description Displays help on and off. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume...
Hotkey + + + + + + + + + < > + < > Icon Function Hotkey help Acer eSettings Management Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Brightness up Brightness down Description Displays help on and off. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume...
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... has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your finger! For more information refer to complete the process. Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to three applications/websites from a single finger swipe. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is a handy utility that the second monitor is a multi-purpose fingerprint software...
... has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your finger! For more information refer to complete the process. Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to three applications/websites from a single finger swipe. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This feature is a handy utility that the second monitor is a multi-purpose fingerprint software...
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... the appropriate grid. 3. Enjoy the convenience of the second monitor is set up: 1. Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to the manufacturer's recommended value. Acer Gridvista is simple to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is dual...
... the appropriate grid. 3. Enjoy the convenience of the second monitor is set up: 1. Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to the manufacturer's recommended value. Acer Gridvista is simple to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is dual...
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... Vendor/model name Samsung LTN160HT01-A02 Screen Diagonal (mm) 406.4 (16.0") Active Area (mm) 353.28 (H) x 198.72 (V) Display resolution (pixels) 1920 x 1080 Pixel Pitch 0.184 (H) x 0.184 (V) (TYP.) Pixel Arrangement RGB vertical stripe Display Mode Normally white Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) 250 also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Minimum 300, Typical 600...
... Vendor/model name Samsung LTN160HT01-A02 Screen Diagonal (mm) 406.4 (16.0") Active Area (mm) 353.28 (H) x 198.72 (V) Display resolution (pixels) 1920 x 1080 Pixel Pitch 0.184 (H) x 0.184 (V) (TYP.) Pixel Arrangement RGB vertical stripe Display Mode Normally white Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) 250 also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Minimum 300, Typical 600...
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... UUID Number Description This field shows the CPU type and speed of device installed on primary IDE master. This field displays the serial number of the system. This field shows the model name of device installed on secondary IDE master. This field... Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX 48CLT0G2T ST9160310AS 5SV00T4L Optiarc DVD RW AD-7560S v0.2126 v.10.94 ZK30SK03C18270A1C02500 Aspire 6530 Acer 00C565C7D09BDB119C0D001E68911A04 F1 Help ESC Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter SelectXSub-Menu NOTE: The system...
... UUID Number Description This field shows the CPU type and speed of device installed on primary IDE master. This field displays the serial number of the system. This field shows the model name of device installed on secondary IDE master. This field... Tag Number: Product Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX 48CLT0G2T ST9160310AS 5SV00T4L Optiarc DVD RW AD-7560S v0.2126 v.10.94 ZK30SK03C18270A1C02500 Aspire 6530 Acer 00C565C7D09BDB119C0D001E68911A04 F1 Help ESC Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter SelectXSub-Menu NOTE: The system...
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... set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Main The Main screen allows the user to display the logo screen during POST. Shows the Video memory size. Format/Option Format: HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second) Format MM/DD/... Option: AHCI or IDE Mode Chapter 2 29 Sets the system date. Settings in which the SATA controller should operate. Enables, disables the Acer D2D Recovery function during POST by pressing Alt-F10. Information Main Security System Time System Date Total Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Boot...
... set the system time and date as well as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Main The Main screen allows the user to display the logo screen during POST. Shows the Video memory size. Format/Option Format: HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second) Format MM/DD/... Option: AHCI or IDE Mode Chapter 2 29 Sets the system date. Settings in which the SATA controller should operate. Enables, disables the Acer D2D Recovery function during POST by pressing Alt-F10. Information Main Security System Time System Date Total Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Boot...
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...the computer sets the User Password parameter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The password setting is OK, the screen will display as following message. 32 Chapter 2 Press Enter. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will... display the following . The Set Password box appears. 2. When you are done, press F10 to "Set". 5. If the verification is complete after the user presses ...
...the computer sets the User Password parameter to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The password setting is OK, the screen will display as following message. 32 Chapter 2 Press Enter. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will... display the following . The Set Password box appears. 2. When you are done, press F10 to "Set". 5. If the verification is complete after the user presses ...
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In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. Flash is not connected, the following message displays. 6. NOTE: If the AC power is complete when the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. 5. 4. Shutdown or reboot base on iflash.bat command. 36 Chapter 2
In flash BIOS, the message Please do not remove AC Power Source displays. Flash is not connected, the following message displays. 6. NOTE: If the AC power is complete when the following message displays. Plug in the AC power to continue. 5. 4. Shutdown or reboot base on iflash.bat command. 36 Chapter 2
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Reboot system and key in hdd_pw 15494 0 2. Press 2. 3. To reset the HDD password, run HDD_PW.EXE as follows: 1. Select one upper-case string from the list. 4. Chapter 2 37 See the image below. Key in the selected string (0KJFN42 or UVEIQ96) on the HDD User Password screen. Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: • If you key in wrong HDD password three times, Hdd password error code displays.
Reboot system and key in hdd_pw 15494 0 2. Press 2. 3. To reset the HDD password, run HDD_PW.EXE as follows: 1. Select one upper-case string from the list. 4. Chapter 2 37 See the image below. Key in the selected string (0KJFN42 or UVEIQ96) on the HDD User Password screen. Remove HDD/BIOS Utility This section provide you with removing HDD/BIOS method: Remove HDD Password: • If you key in wrong HDD password three times, Hdd password error code displays.
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Select one string from the list. 38 Chapter 2 To reset the BIOS password, run BIOS_PW.EXE as follows: 1. See the image below. Key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. Remove BIOS Password: If you key in bios_pw 14452 0 2.
Select one string from the list. 38 Chapter 2 To reset the BIOS password, run BIOS_PW.EXE as follows: 1. See the image below. Key in the wrong Supervisor Password three times, System Disabled displays on the screen. Remove BIOS Password: If you key in bios_pw 14452 0 2.
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... Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to. Use the ...following procedure as possible. 2. Chapter 4 117 Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 118 No Display Issue Page 119 LCD Failure Page 121 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 121 Touchpad Failure Page 122 Internal Speaker Failure Page 122 Internal Microphone Failure...
... Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide for computer problems. NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Common Problems Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to. Use the ...following procedure as possible. 2. Chapter 4 117 Symptoms (Verified) Go To Power On Issue Page 118 No Display Issue Page 119 LCD Failure Page 121 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 121 Touchpad Failure Page 122 Internal Speaker Failure Page 122 Internal Microphone Failure...
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...specific model procedures. 2. Remove the drives (see "Online Support Information" on page 118. 3. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Power On Issue" on page 211. Chapter 4 119 Remove any stored power by checking at least one of the following occurs: .... 4. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is by pressing Fn+F5 (on this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external display is done by one until the failure point is selected. Reseat the memory ...
...specific model procedures. 2. Remove the drives (see "Online Support Information" on page 118. 3. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Power On Issue" on page 211. Chapter 4 119 Remove any stored power by checking at least one of the following occurs: .... 4. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is by pressing Fn+F5 (on this notebook model, switching between the internal display and the external display is done by one until the failure point is selected. Reseat the memory ...
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...Support Information" on the screen), the LCD is properly installed. c. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If extensive pixel damage is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. d. If the BIOS settings... to the desired resolution. If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on the desktop and select Personalize´ Display Settings. Reboot the computer. 2. If the Issue is not normal, right-click on page 211. Run a complete virus scan using up...
...Support Information" on the screen), the LCD is properly installed. c. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. If extensive pixel damage is missing from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts. 11. d. If the BIOS settings... to the desired resolution. If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on the desktop and select Personalize´ Display Settings. Reboot the computer. 2. If the Issue is not normal, right-click on page 211. Run a complete virus scan using up...