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... 1 Hardware Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 Platform 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Graphics 1-6 Audio Subsystem 1-7 Storage Subsystem 1-7 Optical Media Drive 1-7 Communication 1-7 Privacy Control 1-8 Dimensions and Weight 1-8 Power Adapter and Battery 1-8 Special Keys and Controls 1-8 I/O Ports 1-9 Environment 1-9 Optional Items 1-9 Warranty 1-9 Software 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Top View 1-11 Closed Front View 1-13 Rear View 1-14 Left View 1-15 Right View 1-17 Base View 1-18 Touchpad Basics 1-20 Using the Keyboard 1-21 Windows Keys 1-22 Hotkeys...
... 1 Hardware Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 Platform 1-5 System Memory 1-5 Display 1-5 Graphics 1-6 Audio Subsystem 1-7 Storage Subsystem 1-7 Optical Media Drive 1-7 Communication 1-7 Privacy Control 1-8 Dimensions and Weight 1-8 Power Adapter and Battery 1-8 Special Keys and Controls 1-8 I/O Ports 1-9 Environment 1-9 Optional Items 1-9 Warranty 1-9 Software 1-10 Notebook Tour 1-11 Top View 1-11 Closed Front View 1-13 Rear View 1-14 Left View 1-15 Right View 1-17 Base View 1-18 Touchpad Basics 1-20 Using the Keyboard 1-21 Windows Keys 1-22 Hotkeys...
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... Display Supported Resolution (LCD 1-37 Graphics Controller 1-37 Display Supported Resolution (GPU 1-37 Bluetooth Interface 1-38 Bluetooth Module 1-38 Camera 1-38 Mini Card 1-38 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-39 Audio Interface 1-39 Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n 1-40 Battery 1-40 VRAM 1-40 USB Port 1-40 HDMI Port 1-41 AC Adapter 1-41 System Power Management 1-41 Card Reader 1-42 System LED Indicator 1-42 System DMA Specification 1-43 System Interrupt Specification 1-44 System IO Address Map 1-45 System I/O Address Specifications 1-46 CHAPTER 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup...
... Display Supported Resolution (LCD 1-37 Graphics Controller 1-37 Display Supported Resolution (GPU 1-37 Bluetooth Interface 1-38 Bluetooth Module 1-38 Camera 1-38 Mini Card 1-38 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-39 Audio Interface 1-39 Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n 1-40 Battery 1-40 VRAM 1-40 USB Port 1-40 HDMI Port 1-41 AC Adapter 1-41 System Power Management 1-41 Card Reader 1-42 System LED Indicator 1-42 System DMA Specification 1-43 System Interrupt Specification 1-44 System IO Address Map 1-45 System I/O Address Specifications 1-46 CHAPTER 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup...
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... HDD Module Carrier Installation . . . . 3-19 WLAN Module Removal 3-20 WLAN Module Installation 3-21 DIMM Module Removal 3-22 DIMM Module Installation 3-23 Keyboard Removal 3-24 Keyboard Installation 3-26 Upper Cover Removal 3-27 Upper Cover Installation 3-30 Touchpad FFC Removal 3-32 Touchpad FFC Installation 3-33 Power Board Removal 3-34 Power Board Installation 3-35 RJ45 Module Removal 3-36 RJ45 Module Installation 3-37 USB Module Removal 3-38 USB Module Installation 3-39 Bluetooth Module Removal 3-40 Bluetooth Module Installation 3-41 RTC Battery Removal 3-42 RTC Battery...
... HDD Module Carrier Installation . . . . 3-19 WLAN Module Removal 3-20 WLAN Module Installation 3-21 DIMM Module Removal 3-22 DIMM Module Installation 3-23 Keyboard Removal 3-24 Keyboard Installation 3-26 Upper Cover Removal 3-27 Upper Cover Installation 3-30 Touchpad FFC Removal 3-32 Touchpad FFC Installation 3-33 Power Board Removal 3-34 Power Board Installation 3-35 RJ45 Module Removal 3-36 RJ45 Module Installation 3-37 USB Module Removal 3-38 USB Module Installation 3-39 Bluetooth Module Removal 3-40 Bluetooth Module Installation 3-41 RTC Battery Removal 3-42 RTC Battery...
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...;MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone Storage Subsystem 0 Hard disk drive 250/320/500/640/750 GB or larger Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting: Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard™ (MMC), Memory Stick™ (MS),Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card™ (xD) Optical Media Drive 0 4X Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD-Super Multi double...
...;MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone Storage Subsystem 0 Hard disk drive 250/320/500/640/750 GB or larger Multi-in-1 card reader, supporting: Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard™ (MMC), Memory Stick™ (MS),Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card™ (xD) Optical Media Drive 0 4X Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD-Super Multi double...
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Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Only one card can operate at any given time. NOTE: Push to remove/install the card. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Battery indicator HDD indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Front View # Icon Item 1 Power indicator Description Indicates the computer...
Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Only one card can operate at any given time. NOTE: Push to remove/install the card. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13 Battery indicator HDD indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Front View # Icon Item 1 Power indicator Description Indicates the computer...
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... and Configurations 1-15 Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Left View 0 1 2 3 45 6 Figure 1-4. Enable the computer to secure the lock. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB 2.0 port Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Left View # Icon Item 1 Kensington lock slot 2 Ventilation slots 3 External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
... and Configurations 1-15 Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Left View 0 1 2 3 45 6 Figure 1-4. Enable the computer to secure the lock. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB 2.0 port Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Left View # Icon Item 1 Kensington lock slot 2 Ventilation slots 3 External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
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... Start menu. Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Table 1-9. It can also be used with other keys to items on the Quick Launch toolbar and the system tray) + Tab: Cycle through programs on the Windows Start button; Functions supported by Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7: : Open or close the Start menu + R: Open the Run dialog box + M: Minimizes all windows Shift + + M: Undo minimize all windows...
... Start menu. Windows Keys 0 The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows Logo key Application key Table 1-9. It can also be used with other keys to items on the Quick Launch toolbar and the system tray) + Tab: Cycle through programs on the Windows Start button; Functions supported by Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7: : Open or close the Start menu + R: Open the Run dialog box + M: Minimizes all windows Shift + + M: Undo minimize all windows...
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... to create backup copies of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Help Description Opens the Help menu. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Fn + F7 Play/Pause Plays or pauses media files Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-23 Press any key to access most of your computer; Turns the display screen backlight off . Hotkeys 0 Hotkeys or key combinations can be used to...
... to create backup copies of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Help Description Opens the Help menu. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Fn + F7 Play/Pause Plays or pauses media files Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-23 Press any key to access most of your computer; Turns the display screen backlight off . Hotkeys 0 Hotkeys or key combinations can be used to...
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... type Supported protocol Bluetooth Module Controller Features Item Camera Item Vendor and Model Type Mini Card Item Number supported Features 3G Card (N/A) Features Item 1-38 Specifications Atheros BU12/ Broadcom BCM2070 TX 1.2Mbits/sec RX 1.2Mbits/sec 3.0+HS USB 2.0 SM06B-XSRK-ETB/SM08B-SURS-TF (Add BT supported protocol here such as A2DP) Specifications Broadcom BCM2070 / Atheros BU12 Mini USB module with built-in antenna Bluetooth 3.0 Specification...
... type Supported protocol Bluetooth Module Controller Features Item Camera Item Vendor and Model Type Mini Card Item Number supported Features 3G Card (N/A) Features Item 1-38 Specifications Atheros BU12/ Broadcom BCM2070 TX 1.2Mbits/sec RX 1.2Mbits/sec 3.0+HS USB 2.0 SM06B-XSRK-ETB/SM08B-SURS-TF (Add BT supported protocol here such as A2DP) Specifications Broadcom BCM2070 / Atheros BU12 Mini USB module with built-in antenna Bluetooth 3.0 Specification...
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... is set the parameter to specific models. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is subject to Enabled. Read parameter help is a hardware configuration program built into a computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). Parameter help carefully when making changes to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting when a problem arises. press F9. To change the boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, set to be changed if enclosed in the Item Specific Help area of the screen. System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is...
... is set the parameter to specific models. The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is subject to Enabled. Read parameter help is a hardware configuration program built into a computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). Parameter help carefully when making changes to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting when a problem arises. press F9. To change the boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, set to be changed if enclosed in the Item Specific Help area of the screen. System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility 0 This utility is...
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...BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password 0 Perform the following: 1. Press Enter twice without typing anything in Enter New Password field and press Enter. 4. Changing a Password: Set Supervisor Password 2. Removing a Password: Set Supervisor Password 2. Type new password in Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. Computer will set Supervisor Password parameter to highlight Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. Retype new password in Confirm New Password field and press Enter. Use the and keys to Clear. 4. The Set Supervisor Password...
...BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a Password 0 Perform the following: 1. Press Enter twice without typing anything in Enter New Password field and press Enter. 4. Changing a Password: Set Supervisor Password 2. Removing a Password: Set Supervisor Password 2. Type new password in Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. Computer will set Supervisor Password parameter to highlight Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. Retype new password in Confirm New Password field and press Enter. Use the and keys to Clear. 4. The Set Supervisor Password...
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... Menu option must be changed without accessing the BIOS Setup Utility. The Boot Manager dialog is shown. (Figure 2-32) Boot Option Menu Boot Manager 1: HDD0: Hitachi HTS543216L9A300 2: ATAPI CDROM: HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N 4: Network Boot: Realtek Boot Agent and to change option, ENTER to highlight a boot device. 4. Press Enter to select an option and continue the boot procedure. 2-26 System Utilities Boot Manager Dialog 3. Using Boot Manager 0 The Boot Manager allows the boot order to be set to Enabled in the BIOS Setup Utility's Main screen...
... Menu option must be changed without accessing the BIOS Setup Utility. The Boot Manager dialog is shown. (Figure 2-32) Boot Option Menu Boot Manager 1: HDD0: Hitachi HTS543216L9A300 2: ATAPI CDROM: HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N 4: Network Boot: Realtek Boot Agent and to change option, ENTER to highlight a boot device. 4. Press Enter to select an option and continue the boot procedure. 2-26 System Utilities Boot Manager Dialog 3. Using Boot Manager 0 The Boot Manager allows the boot order to be set to Enabled in the BIOS Setup Utility's Main screen...
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... specific model procedures. 2. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between internal and external by pressing Fn+F5 . 6. No Display Issues 0 If the display fails, perform the following: Replace LCD NG pan el /cabl e inverter/ B LCD pan el /cabl e ok OK Replace M/B Start Can power on the external display only, refer to LCD Failure. 7. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Make sure the computer has power by removing the power cable and battery. No Display Issue No POST or Video...
... specific model procedures. 2. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between internal and external by pressing Fn+F5 . 6. No Display Issues 0 If the display fails, perform the following: Replace LCD NG pan el /cabl e inverter/ B LCD pan el /cabl e ok OK Replace M/B Start Can power on the external display only, refer to LCD Failure. 7. Remove any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. Make sure the computer has power by removing the power cable and battery. No Display Issue No POST or Video...
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..., refer to Online Support Information. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Check the Device Manager to determine that the computer is still not resolved, refer to Maintenance Flowchart) 3. If the Issue is properly installed. Abnormal Video 0 If the video appears abnormal, perform the following: 1. Refer to the previous version if updated. 5. Roll back the video driver to the User Manual for instructions on adjusting the settings. There are...
..., refer to Online Support Information. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 6. Check the Device Manager to determine that the computer is still not resolved, refer to Maintenance Flowchart) 3. If the Issue is properly installed. Abnormal Video 0 If the video appears abnormal, perform the following: 1. Refer to the previous version if updated. 5. Roll back the video driver to the User Manual for instructions on adjusting the settings. There are...
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... Windows Help and Support. 7. Remove any key to start to Maintenance Flowchart) Mainboard 0 To determine if the mainboard is operating correctly, perform the following : 1. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. Troubleshooting 4-19 Select Repair your computer. g. NOTE: NOTE: Startup Repair attempts to enter the BIOS Utility. Check the BIOS settings are correct and that CD/DVD drive is set as the first boot device on the HDD and ODD are required. Confirm all external devices. 2. Check component connections...
... Windows Help and Support. 7. Remove any key to start to Maintenance Flowchart) Mainboard 0 To determine if the mainboard is operating correctly, perform the following : 1. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. Troubleshooting 4-19 Select Repair your computer. g. NOTE: NOTE: Startup Repair attempts to enter the BIOS Utility. Check the BIOS settings are correct and that CD/DVD drive is set as the first boot device on the HDD and ODD are required. Confirm all external devices. 2. Check component connections...
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.... If using different software, refer to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager. 4. Navigate to the software's user manual. Drive Not Detected 0 If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following : 6. Check that the entry is identical to one of the ODDs specified in the ATAPI Model Name field on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Check for burning discs is...
.... If using different software, refer to Start Control Panel System and Maintenance System Device Manager. 4. Navigate to the software's user manual. Drive Not Detected 0 If Windows cannot detect the drive, perform the following : 6. Check that the entry is identical to one of the ODDs specified in the ATAPI Model Name field on the drive, motherboard, and cables. Check for burning discs is...
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... added hardware and associated software. 7. Remove the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to verify mouse operation. Replace the ODD. (Refer to a music CD If the ODD works properly with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced. 4. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following: 1. If the mouse uses a USB connection, use a different USB port. 4. Remove recently added software and reboot the computer. 8. Troubleshooting...
... added hardware and associated software. 7. Remove the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to verify mouse operation. Replace the ODD. (Refer to a music CD If the ODD works properly with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced. 4. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following: 1. If the mouse uses a USB connection, use a different USB port. 4. Remove recently added software and reboot the computer. 8. Troubleshooting...
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... 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. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: System board LCD assembly Troubleshooting 4-25 Intermittent Problems 0 Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. Remove power from the...
... 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. Do not replace a non-defective FRU: System board LCD assembly Troubleshooting 4-25 Intermittent Problems 0 Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. Remove power from the...
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....h) BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START Phase Post Code Description BDS 10 Enter BDS entry BDS 11 Install Hotkey service BDS 12 ASF Initialization BDS 13 PCI enumeration Troubleshooting 4-29 DXE Phase POST Code Table (Continued) Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Code Description DXE_MP_CPU_INIT DXE 4F Multi-processor MiddleInitialization DXE_SMBUS_INIT DXE 50 SMBUS Driver Initialization DXE_SMART_TIMER_INIT DXE 51 8259 Initialization DXE_PCRTC_INIT...
....h) BDS_ENTER_BDS BDS_INSTALL_HOTKEY BDS_ASF_INIT* BDS_PCI_ENUMERATION_START Phase Post Code Description BDS 10 Enter BDS entry BDS 11 Install Hotkey service BDS 12 ASF Initialization BDS 13 PCI enumeration Troubleshooting 4-29 DXE Phase POST Code Table (Continued) Functionality Name (Include\PostCode.h) Phase Post Code Description DXE_MP_CPU_INIT DXE 4F Multi-processor MiddleInitialization DXE_SMBUS_INIT DXE 50 SMBUS Driver Initialization DXE_SMART_TIMER_INIT DXE 51 8259 Initialization DXE_PCRTC_INIT...
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... BIOS Password 0 If a BIOS password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) is set, the BIOS will prompt for the Acer Aspire 7560/7560G. Clear the password check with the SOP (standard operating procedure) for clearing the BIOS password and recovering the BIOS for the password at system POST or upon entering the BIOS setup menu. Clearing Password and BIOS Recovery 0 This section provides users with the following procedure is only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password). Restart the system and press F2 to enter BIOS Utility Setup menu. 5. Clearing...
... BIOS Password 0 If a BIOS password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) is set, the BIOS will prompt for the Acer Aspire 7560/7560G. Clear the password check with the SOP (standard operating procedure) for clearing the BIOS password and recovering the BIOS for the password at system POST or upon entering the BIOS setup menu. Clearing Password and BIOS Recovery 0 This section provides users with the following procedure is only for clearing BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and User Password). Restart the system and press F2 to enter BIOS Utility Setup menu. 5. Clearing...