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...numeric keypad 10 Windows Keys 11 Special Key (only for certain models 11 Windows Mobility Center 12 Using the System Utilities 13 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 13 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 15 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...Module Disassembly Process 39 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 39 Removing the Battery Pack 40 Removing the Optical Drive Module 41 Removing the Back Cover 42 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 43 Removing the Wireless LAN Card 44 Removing the DIMM Module 46 Main Unit Disassembly ...
...numeric keypad 10 Windows Keys 11 Special Key (only for certain models 11 Windows Mobility Center 12 Using the System Utilities 13 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 13 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 15 System Utilities 23 BIOS Setup Utility 23 Navigating the BIOS Utility ...Module Disassembly Process 39 External Modules Disassembly Flowchart 39 Removing the Battery Pack 40 Removing the Optical Drive Module 41 Removing the Back Cover 42 Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 43 Removing the Wireless LAN Card 44 Removing the DIMM Module 46 Main Unit Disassembly ...
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... Chapter 1 • 1024*768 • 800*600 Storage subsystem • 2.5" hard disk drive • Optical drive options: • Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • Multi-in-1 card reader Special keys and controls • 103-/104...8226; Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in microphones Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • WLAN: • Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6200 802.11a/g/n* • Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 1000 ...
... Chapter 1 • 1024*768 • 800*600 Storage subsystem • 2.5" hard disk drive • Optical drive options: • Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • Multi-in-1 card reader Special keys and controls • 103-/104...8226; Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in microphones Communication • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • WLAN: • Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6200 802.11a/g/n* • Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 1000 ...
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...data into your new computer. Chapter 1 5 Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for certain models) 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by... Bluetooth communication button/indicator Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Caps Lock Lights up when Num Lock is active. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer...
...data into your new computer. Chapter 1 5 Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for certain models) 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (Configuration may vary by... Bluetooth communication button/indicator Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Caps Lock Lights up when Num Lock is active. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer...
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... or DVDs. Base View 1 6 2 3 5 4 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay 2 Battery lock 3 Battery release latch 4 Memory compartment 5 Hard disk bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Right View # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 234 56 7 Item Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Modem (RJ-11) port USB 2.0 port Kensington lock slot Description...
... or DVDs. Base View 1 6 2 3 5 4 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay 2 Battery lock 3 Battery release latch 4 Memory compartment 5 Hard disk bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Right View # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 234 56 7 Item Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Modem (RJ-11) port USB 2.0 port Kensington lock slot Description...
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...on a mouse. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. Battery Power button / indicator HDD Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. NOTE: 1. ..., Bluetooth and Backup. These two buttons are similar to the left of wireless LAN communication. Chapter 1 9 Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Icon Function Description Wireless LAN communication button/ indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Touchpad Basics The following ...
...on a mouse. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. Battery Power button / indicator HDD Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. NOTE: 1. ..., Bluetooth and Backup. These two buttons are similar to the left of wireless LAN communication. Chapter 1 9 Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Icon Function Description Wireless LAN communication button/ indicator Enables/disables the wireless LAN function. Touchpad Basics The following ...
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... Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.08Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Chapter 1 17 Hard Disk Drive Item Vendor & Model Name HGST 2.5" HTS543216L9A3 00 Seagate 2.5" ST9160310AS Toshiba 2.5" Mk1655GSX WD 2.5" WD1600BEVT22ZCTO Capacity (MB) 160000 Bytes per 512 sector Data heads 3/4 Drive Format Disks 2 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB Interface SATA...
... Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec Sustained: Max 10.08Mbytes/sec 2MB SATA Chapter 1 17 Hard Disk Drive Item Vendor & Model Name HGST 2.5" HTS543216L9A3 00 Seagate 2.5" ST9160310AS Toshiba 2.5" Mk1655GSX WD 2.5" WD1600BEVT22ZCTO Capacity (MB) 160000 Bytes per 512 sector Data heads 3/4 Drive Format Disks 2 Spindle speed (RPM) 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB Interface SATA...
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... recovery. Actual values may differ. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to set to control the settings in boldface are displayed with 24-hour format. Control the mode...
... recovery. Actual values may differ. Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to set to control the settings in boldface are displayed with 24-hour format. Control the mode...
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Bootable devices includes the diskette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay. 30 Chapter 2 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system.
Bootable devices includes the diskette drive in module bay, the onboard hard disk drive and the CD-ROM in module bay. 30 Chapter 2 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system.
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... TURN OFF POWER AND PERIPHERALS UNPLUG POWER CABLES SD DUMMY CARD REMOVE BATTERY PA C K OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Ax 1 ODD MODULE G x 1 OPTICAL LOCKER BRACKET A x 4 Captive Screwx4 BACK COVER C x 1 HDD MODULE DIMM MODULES F x 1 WLAN BOARD H x 2 HARD DISK BRACKET HARD DISK DRIVE Item A C F G H Screw M2.5 x L6 M2.5 x L4 M2 x L4 M2 x L3 M3 x L4 Color Black Black...
... TURN OFF POWER AND PERIPHERALS UNPLUG POWER CABLES SD DUMMY CARD REMOVE BATTERY PA C K OPTICAL DISK DRIVE Ax 1 ODD MODULE G x 1 OPTICAL LOCKER BRACKET A x 4 Captive Screwx4 BACK COVER C x 1 HDD MODULE DIMM MODULES F x 1 WLAN BOARD H x 2 HARD DISK BRACKET HARD DISK DRIVE Item A C F G H Screw M2.5 x L6 M2.5 x L4 M2 x L4 M2 x L3 M3 x L4 Color Black Black...
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Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 40. 2. Pry loose and carefully lift and remove the back cover. Remove the one screw (C) securing the hard disk drive module to the system. 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 42. 3. Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L4 (1) Black Color Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Part No. 86.00H59.734 Chapter 3 43
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 40. 2. Pry loose and carefully lift and remove the back cover. Remove the one screw (C) securing the hard disk drive module to the system. 3. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 42. 3. Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L4 (1) Black Color Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Part No. 86.00H59.734 Chapter 3 43
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Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (2) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Removing the Wireless LAN Card 1. See "Removing the Back Cover" on top of it. 5. NOTE: To prevent damage to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the hard disk drive bay. Lift the tab and slide the module away from the connector and remove it or placing heavy objects on page 42. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 40. 2. Part No. 86.9A554.4R0 44 Chapter 3 4. Remove the two screws (H) securing the hard disk to device, avoid pressing down on it from the bracket.
Size (Quantity) M3 x L4 (2) Color Silver Torque 3.0 kgf-cm Removing the Wireless LAN Card 1. See "Removing the Back Cover" on top of it. 5. NOTE: To prevent damage to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the hard disk drive bay. Lift the tab and slide the module away from the connector and remove it or placing heavy objects on page 42. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 40. 2. Part No. 86.9A554.4R0 44 Chapter 3 4. Remove the two screws (H) securing the hard disk to device, avoid pressing down on it from the bracket.
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... the CPU" on page 41. 3. Separating the Upper Case from the base unit. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 51. 9. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 55. 58 Chapter 3 Carefully remove...
... the CPU" on page 41. 3. Separating the Upper Case from the base unit. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 51. 9. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the LCD Module" on page 55. 58 Chapter 3 Carefully remove...
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....00E12.536 86.9A552.4R0 Removing the Touchpad and Button Boards 1. Gently lift and detach the upper case from the lower case. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 46. 7. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 6. See ..." on page 41. 3. Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L6 (4) M2 x L4 (2) Black Silver Color Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 1.6 kgf-cm 17. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 49. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 42. 4. 16. Remove the six screws (4 x A, 2 xF) securing the the upper case to ...
....00E12.536 86.9A552.4R0 Removing the Touchpad and Button Boards 1. Gently lift and detach the upper case from the lower case. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 46. 7. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 6. See ..." on page 41. 3. Size (Quantity) M2.5 x L6 (4) M2 x L4 (2) Black Silver Color Torque 3.0 kgf-cm 1.6 kgf-cm 17. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 49. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 42. 4. 16. Remove the six screws (4 x A, 2 xF) securing the the upper case to ...
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... from the upper case. Removing the Left Speaker 1. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 41. 3. 21. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the CPU" on page 53. 11. Please detach the circuit boards and follow the local regulations for disposal.... See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 51. 9. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 42. 4. Note: Circuit boards > 10cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow square as shown in the figure above. See "...
... from the upper case. Removing the Left Speaker 1. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 41. 3. 21. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the CPU" on page 53. 11. Please detach the circuit boards and follow the local regulations for disposal.... See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 51. 9. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 42. 4. Note: Circuit boards > 10cm2 has been highlighted with the yellow square as shown in the figure above. See "...
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See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 46. Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (2) Color Silver Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 14. Part No. 86.9A552.4R0 NOTE: Be careful when removing the .... See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 41. 3. Removing the USB Board Module 1. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 42. 4.
See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 46. Size (Quantity) M2 x L4 (2) Color Silver Torque 1.6 kgf-cm 14. Part No. 86.9A552.4R0 NOTE: Be careful when removing the .... See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 41. 3. Removing the USB Board Module 1. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 42. 4.
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... the Keyboard" on page 46. 7. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 41. 3. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 13. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page...
... the Keyboard" on page 46. 7. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 41. 3. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 58. 13. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page...
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Remove the modem board from the modem board. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 41. 3. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 51. 9. See "Removing the CPU" ... cable from the lower case. 15. See "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 42. 4. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 49. 8. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 43. 5. 14. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1.
Remove the modem board from the modem board. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Wireless LAN Card" on page 41. 3. See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 51. 9. See "Removing the CPU" ... cable from the lower case. 15. See "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 42. 4. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 49. 8. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 43. 5. 14. Removing the Bluetooth Module 1.
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Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the lower case. Remove the Bluetooth module from the main board. 14. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 42. 4. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 41. 3. Removing the Microphone 1. NOTE: The Bluetooth module is glued to the lower ...on page 46. 72 Chapter 3 See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 40. 2. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 53. 11. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 58. 13...
Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the lower case. Remove the Bluetooth module from the main board. 14. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 42. 4. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 41. 3. Removing the Microphone 1. NOTE: The Bluetooth module is glued to the lower ...on page 46. 72 Chapter 3 See "Removing the DIMM Module" on page 44. 6. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 43. 5. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 40. 2. See "Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case" on page 53. 11. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 58. 13...
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..." on page 70. 15. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 10. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 40. 2. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 67. 14. See "Removing the USB Board Module" on page 41. 3. See "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 71. 16. See "Removing... "Separating the Upper Case from the system. Remove the microphone from the Lower Case" on page 43. 5. 15. Removing the Main Board 1. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 58. 13.
..." on page 70. 15. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 53. 10. See "Removing the Middle Cover" on page 40. 2. See "Removing the Optical Drive Module" on page 67. 14. See "Removing the USB Board Module" on page 41. 3. See "Removing the Heatsink Module" on page 71. 16. See "Removing... "Separating the Upper Case from the system. Remove the microphone from the Lower Case" on page 43. 5. 15. Removing the Main Board 1. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module" on page 58. 13.
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Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Chapter 4 101 Index of Symptom-to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Keyboard (if...(battery pack and power adapter). Action in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Action in Sequence Reconnect the inverter board Inverter board System board Power-Related...
Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Chapter 4 101 Index of Symptom-to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Keyboard (if...(battery pack and power adapter). Action in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Action in Sequence Reconnect the inverter board Inverter board System board Power-Related...