Acer Aspire 7738, Aspire 7738G Notebook Series Start Guide
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... on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your new computer. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide. Follow these steps to access it...
... on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your new computer. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide. Follow these steps to access it...
Acer Aspire 7738, Aspire 7738G Notebook Series Start Guide
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... 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 13 Acer MediaTouch Touch sensitive controls for three-step data backup. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your hands when you use the computer. 12 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. 5 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. 6 Wireless LAN Enables/disables the wireless LAN communication function. Indicates the status of wireless button/indicator LAN communication...
... 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 13 Acer MediaTouch Touch sensitive controls for three-step data backup. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your hands when you use the computer. 12 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. 5 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. 6 Wireless LAN Enables/disables the wireless LAN communication function. Indicates the status of wireless button/indicator LAN communication...
Acer Aspire 7738, Aspire 7738G Notebook Series Start Guide
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...return. Bluetooth Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > + < > + < > + < > Brightness up Increases the sound volume. The front panel indicators are...
...return. Bluetooth Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > + < > + < > + < > Brightness up Increases the sound volume. The front panel indicators are...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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...18 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 System Utilities 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Navigating the BIOS Utility 28 Information 29 Main 31 Security 33 Boot 37 Exit 38 BIOS Flash Utility 39 Remove HDD Password 40 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 Disassembly Requirements 41 General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the SD Dummy Card 45 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 2 (HDD2) Module 46 Removing the Back Cover...
...18 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 19 System Utilities 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Navigating the BIOS Utility 28 Information 29 Main 31 Security 33 Boot 37 Exit 38 BIOS Flash Utility 39 Remove HDD Password 40 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 Disassembly Requirements 41 General Information 42 Pre-disassembly Instructions 42 Disassembly Process 42 External Module Disassembly Process 43 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 43 Removing the Battery Pack 44 Removing the SD Dummy Card 45 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 2 (HDD2) Module 46 Removing the Back Cover...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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... Board 75 Removing the Heatsink Module 78 Removing the CPU 82 LCD Module Disassembly Process 84 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 84 Removing the LCD Bezel 85 Removing the LCD panel with the Brackets 88 Removing the LCD Brackets 90 Removing the Web Camera 90 Removing the Microphone Module 91 Removing the FPC Cable 93 Removing the Antennas 94 Troubleshooting 95 System Check Procedures 96 External Diskette Drive Check 96 External Optical Disk Drive Check 96 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 96 Memory Check 97 Power...
... Board 75 Removing the Heatsink Module 78 Removing the CPU 82 LCD Module Disassembly Process 84 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 84 Removing the LCD Bezel 85 Removing the LCD panel with the Brackets 88 Removing the LCD Brackets 90 Removing the Web Camera 90 Removing the Microphone Module 91 Removing the FPC Cable 93 Removing the Antennas 94 Troubleshooting 95 System Check Procedures 96 External Diskette Drive Check 96 External Optical Disk Drive Check 96 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 96 Memory Check 97 Power...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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... as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models. The left and right buttons function like a computer mouse. 9 Power Indicates the computer's power status. Chapter 1 7 with mute and hold keys. Puts your hands when you use the computer. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Touch sensitive controls for certain models. # Icon Item Description 6 Wireless LAN Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup...
... as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models. The left and right buttons function like a computer mouse. 9 Power Indicates the computer's power status. Chapter 1 7 with mute and hold keys. Puts your hands when you use the computer. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Touch sensitive controls for certain models. # Icon Item Description 6 Wireless LAN Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup...
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... in AC mode. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Bottom View 1 7 2 3 6 4 5 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 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the...
... in AC mode. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Bottom View 1 7 2 3 6 4 5 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 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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...'s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Chapter 1 15 Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Please refer to the language settings. NOTE: This function...
...'s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Chapter 1 15 Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Please refer to the language settings. NOTE: This function...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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... this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. Defines whether a password is set, this group happened. The following sub-options are the default and suggested parameter settings. When you have three tries before the system halts. Use the up/down keys to set , this screen. When set the user password. The user can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of the user password. Option Clear or Set Clear or Set Clear or Set Disabled or Enabled NOTE...
... this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. Defines whether a password is set, this group happened. The following sub-options are the default and suggested parameter settings. When you have three tries before the system halts. Use the up/down keys to set , this screen. When set the user password. The user can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of the user password. Option Clear or Set Clear or Set Clear or Set Disabled or Enabled NOTE...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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... the Enter key. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will display as following. If the verification is complete after the user presses Enter. Use the up /down keys to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The Set Password box appears: 2. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. 1. Changing a Password 1. Press Enter. When you the Setup Warning. The Set Password box...
... the Enter key. When you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will display as following. If the verification is complete after the user presses Enter. Use the up /down keys to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The Set Password box appears: 2. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. 1. Changing a Password 1. Press Enter. When you the Setup Warning. The Set Password box...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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... this screen. Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Parameter Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Default Discard Changes Save Changes Description Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10...
... this screen. Information Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Main Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Item Specific Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Parameter Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Default Discard Changes Save Changes Description Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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... Hard Disk Drive 1 (HDD1) Module" on page 60. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 52. 8. Removing the LCD Module 1. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 57. 11. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 5. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 44. 2. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on the main board and detach the keyboard. Chapter 3 61 Release the latch (a) and disconnect the keyboard cable (b) from the latches and turn...
... Hard Disk Drive 1 (HDD1) Module" on page 60. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 52. 8. Removing the LCD Module 1. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 57. 11. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 48. 5. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 44. 2. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on the main board and detach the keyboard. Chapter 3 61 Release the latch (a) and disconnect the keyboard cable (b) from the latches and turn...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility System board System board DIMM System board DIMM System board 100 Chapter 4 see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 96. Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Diskette drive A error Incorrect Drive A type - see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 96. Replace and run SETUP System cache error - Default configuration used System...
Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility System board System board DIMM System board DIMM System board 100 Chapter 4 see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 96. Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Diskette drive A error Incorrect Drive A type - see "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check" on page 96. Replace and run SETUP System cache error - Default configuration used System...
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... vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines...
... vectors POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt "Press F2 to enter SETUP" Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines...
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... 97. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Index of Symptom-to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Action in Sequence Reconnect the inverter board Inverter board System board Power...
... 97. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Index of Symptom-to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Enter BIOS Utility to -FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Action in Sequence Reconnect the inverter board Inverter board System board Power...
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... PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is from the computer. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings, then reboot system. LCD cover switch System board 108 Chapter 4 DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 26. System board See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 97. Power-Related...
... PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot pin is from the computer. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings, then reboot system. LCD cover switch System board 108 Chapter 4 DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "Save to Disk (S4)" on page 26. System board See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 97. Power-Related...
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... standby mode after opening the LCD. LCD cover switch System board Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. System hangs intermittently. Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Battery pack System board Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Touchpad does not work correctly. Touchpad board System board Chapter 4 109 External display does not work . USB does not work . Printer driver Printer cable...
... standby mode after opening the LCD. LCD cover switch System board Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. System hangs intermittently. Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Battery pack System board Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Touchpad does not work correctly. Touchpad board System board Chapter 4 109 External display does not work . USB does not work . Printer driver Printer cable...
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... the system enters into the BIOS Setup menu. Gap name in Aspire 7535/7535G/7235 Series is cleared. Otherwise, repeat the steps above . • Use an electric conductivity tool to enter BIOS Setup menu. • If there is no password request, the BIOS Password is G62. G62 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If the user sets the BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, the BIOS will ask for the hardware gap...
... the system enters into the BIOS Setup menu. Gap name in Aspire 7535/7535G/7235 Series is cleared. Otherwise, repeat the steps above . • Use an electric conductivity tool to enter BIOS Setup menu. • If there is no password request, the BIOS Password is G62. G62 Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If the user sets the BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for a security reason, the BIOS will ask for the hardware gap...
Acer Aspire 7535 Notebook Service Guide
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.../7235 Series 5 Aspire 7738/7738G Series and 7735/7735G/ 7735Z/7735ZG Series 4 button/indicator Bluetooth 7, 11 Wireless LAN 7, 11 buttons easy-launch 11 C caps lock on indicator 6 Clearing BIOS Password steps 116 Clearing Password 115 CPU removing 82 CPU Fan True Value Table 19 Crisis Disk creating 117 Crisis Recovery Disk 39 D DIMM module removing 53 E Environment Test 206 Euro 15 External CD-ROM Drive Check 96 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 43 F Fingerprint/button and touchpad boards removing 68 Flash Utility 39 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 H Hard disk 21 HDD 21 HDD activity...
.../7235 Series 5 Aspire 7738/7738G Series and 7735/7735G/ 7735Z/7735ZG Series 4 button/indicator Bluetooth 7, 11 Wireless LAN 7, 11 buttons easy-launch 11 C caps lock on indicator 6 Clearing BIOS Password steps 116 Clearing Password 115 CPU removing 82 CPU Fan True Value Table 19 Crisis Disk creating 117 Crisis Recovery Disk 39 D DIMM module removing 53 E Environment Test 206 Euro 15 External CD-ROM Drive Check 96 External Module Disassembly Flowchart 43 F Fingerprint/button and touchpad boards removing 68 Flash Utility 39 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 121 H Hard disk 21 HDD 21 HDD activity...
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... removing 60 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 96 L Launch board removing 70 LCD bezel removing 85 LCD Brackets removing 90 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 84 LCD with the brackets removing 88 Locations connectors 113 M Main Screw List 42 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 56 Memory Check 97 menu Boot 37 Exit 38 Information 29 Security 33 middle cover removing 57 Model Definition 183 N notebook tour 6 num lock on indicator 6 O Online Support Information 209 P Palmrest 7 password changing 35 removing 35 setting 34 Power Adapter...
... removing 60 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 96 L Launch board removing 70 LCD bezel removing 85 LCD Brackets removing 90 LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart 84 LCD with the brackets removing 88 Locations connectors 113 M Main Screw List 42 Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart 56 Memory Check 97 menu Boot 37 Exit 38 Information 29 Security 33 middle cover removing 57 Model Definition 183 N notebook tour 6 num lock on indicator 6 O Online Support Information 209 P Palmrest 7 password changing 35 removing 35 setting 34 Power Adapter...
