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... moist cloth. If either of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Operation conditions This device complies with batteries. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications ... before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our website: http://global.acer.com. vi Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ...
... moist cloth. If either of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Operation conditions This device complies with batteries. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications ... before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our website: http://global.acer.com. vi Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ...
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...Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi Acer Empowering Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer eNet Management 6 Acer ePower Management 8 Acer ePresentation Management 9 An Aspire tour 10 Front view...Using a computer security lock 27 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the system utilities 29 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29 Launch Manager 30 Norton AntiVirus 31 Microphone features 32 Frequently asked...
...Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi Acer Empowering Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer eNet Management 6 Acer ePower Management 8 Acer ePresentation Management 9 An Aspire tour 10 Front view...Using a computer security lock 27 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the system utilities 29 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29 Launch Manager 30 Norton AntiVirus 31 Microphone features 32 Frequently asked...
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... system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for...
... system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for...
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... Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. You can define up to the panel on /off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired... following functions on the lower left-hand side of your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on the main screen. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface.
... Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. You can define up to the panel on /off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired... following functions on the lower left-hand side of your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on the main screen. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface.
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... serves as a 4-way and right) scroll button. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use with Acer Arcade and other media playing programs (for stereo sound recording. 7 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer.../indicator 4 CIR receiver 5 Power indicator Description Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Indicates the computer's power status. 6 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 7 Arcade/media buttons For use the computer. Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN communication...
... serves as a 4-way and right) scroll button. 9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use with Acer Arcade and other media playing programs (for stereo sound recording. 7 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer.../indicator 4 CIR receiver 5 Power indicator Description Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Indicates the computer's power status. 6 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 7 Arcade/media buttons For use the computer. Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN communication...
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 Memory Houses the computer's main memory. compartment 3 Battery lock latch Locks the battery in place. 4 Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch 5 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 7 Sub woofer Emits low frequency sound output. 8 PCI Card bay Houses the computer's Mini PCI Card. 15 Base view English # Item Description 1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 Memory Houses the computer's main memory. compartment 3 Battery lock latch Locks the battery in place. 4 Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch 5 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 7 Sub woofer Emits low frequency sound output. 8 PCI Card bay Houses the computer's Mini PCI Card. 15 Base view English # Item Description 1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
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... 2200BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) or 2915ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g)Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® v2.0 Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords 256/512 MB, and ...1 GB soDIMM memory modules 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive 17 English Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Communication Security Options...
... 2200BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) or 2915ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g)Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® v2.0 Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords 256/512 MB, and ...1 GB soDIMM memory modules 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive 17 English Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Communication Security Options...
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The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is active. Num Lock ... Lock is activated. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Power Battery Lights up when the computer is on the front panel. English 19 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status... and four on . (Lights amber when in stand-by or sleep mode) Lights up when the battery is being charged. Media activity Indicates when the hard disk or optical drive is closed.
The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is active. Num Lock ... Lock is activated. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Power Battery Lights up when the computer is on the front panel. English 19 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status... and four on . (Lights amber when in stand-by or sleep mode) Lights up when the battery is being charged. Media activity Indicates when the hard disk or optical drive is closed.
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...-right, above the keyboard are called easy-launch buttons. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. English 20 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. The mail and Web browser buttons are : mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. These buttons are four buttons. See...
...-right, above the keyboard are called easy-launch buttons. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. English 20 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. The mail and Web browser buttons are : mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. These buttons are four buttons. See...
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... is set to the computer. Then click on . Check the following: • If you set to save power. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Press ...toggle the display back to fill the computer display. Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen. Easy solutions are using the battery, it may arise during the use of possible situations that may be low and unable to the power outlet. • If it is not ...
... is set to the computer. Then click on . Check the following: • If you set to save power. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Press ...toggle the display back to fill the computer display. Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen. Easy solutions are using the battery, it may arise during the use of possible situations that may be low and unable to the power outlet. • If it is not ...
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... to meetings If your meeting is turned off but the Sleep indicator is not fully charged, you may enter Hibernation mode after being in your battery is on . To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Caution: Avoid packing items next to plug in Sleep...(s). If your meeting will be longer, or if your computer in the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in a protective case that the computer may want to bring anything with you have removed all media and compact disks from...
... to meetings If your meeting is turned off but the Sleep indicator is not fully charged, you may enter Hibernation mode after being in your battery is on . To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Caution: Avoid packing items next to plug in Sleep...(s). If your meeting will be longer, or if your computer in the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in a protective case that the computer may want to bring anything with you have removed all media and compact disks from...
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... turn on your computer at home. What to use your computer when carrying it home. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you were taking it into the gate area. Preparing the computer Prepare...
... turn on your computer at home. What to use your computer when carrying it home. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you were taking it into the gate area. Preparing the computer Prepare...
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... compatible. Do not use another country, check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer. • If you are using...
... compatible. Do not use another country, check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer. • If you are using...
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...the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the... AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size.
...the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the... AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size.
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... with the recommended course of action. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard error or no Contact...
... with the recommended course of action. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard error or no Contact...
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... present a risk of fire or explosion. 13 Warning! There may expose you to service this product yourself, as the product's battery we recommend in the product specification list. Never spill liquid of any kind into the product. 10 Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or ... condition. Keep them in fire. e If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. English 80 8 If an extension cord is used batteries promptly. 14 To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock, use the AC adapter only when the wall socket is properly grounded. 15 Use only the...
... present a risk of fire or explosion. 13 Warning! There may expose you to service this product yourself, as the product's battery we recommend in the product specification list. Never spill liquid of any kind into the product. 10 Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or ... condition. Keep them in fire. e If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. English 80 8 If an extension cord is used batteries promptly. 14 To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock, use the AC adapter only when the wall socket is properly grounded. 15 Use only the...
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... 69 DVD movies playing 69 E error messages 73 Euro 26 F FAQ. 87 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 28 adjusting the volume 28 troubleshooting 34 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 68 brightness hotkeys 25 C caps lock 23 on indicator 19 care AC adapter... v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting 27 cleaning computer vi computer caring for v cleaning vi disconnecting 53 features 10, 29, 32 indicators 19 keyboards 23 ...
... 69 DVD movies playing 69 E error messages 73 Euro 26 F FAQ. 87 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 28 adjusting the volume 28 troubleshooting 34 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 68 brightness hotkeys 25 C caps lock 23 on indicator 19 care AC adapter... v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting 27 cleaning computer vi computer caring for v cleaning vi disconnecting 53 features 10, 29, 32 indicators 19 keyboards 23 ...
Service Guide
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... 42 Information 44 Main 46 Advanced 48 Security 51 Boot 52 Exit 53 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 55 General Information 56 Aspire 9500 Disassembly Procedure 57 Disassemble the Battery and HDD 57 Disassemble the TV Tuner and Wireless 57 Disassemble the CPU Heatsink 58 Disassemble the RAM and ODD 58 Disassemble the... 65 System Check Procedures 66 PhoenixBIOS POST Tasks and Beep Codes 71 Repair Flowchar 77 Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 102 Exploded Diagram 103 Aspire 9500 Parts 112 VII
... 42 Information 44 Main 46 Advanced 48 Security 51 Boot 52 Exit 53 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 55 General Information 56 Aspire 9500 Disassembly Procedure 57 Disassemble the Battery and HDD 57 Disassemble the TV Tuner and Wireless 57 Disassemble the CPU Heatsink 58 Disassemble the RAM and ODD 58 Disassemble the... 65 System Check Procedures 66 PhoenixBIOS POST Tasks and Beep Codes 71 Repair Flowchar 77 Chapter 5 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 102 Exploded Diagram 103 Aspire 9500 Parts 112 VII
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...) T 1 AV-in (7 pin) port (MFG option) T 1 RF input for digital TV and analog TV (MFG option) T Small (PCMCIA size) remote control T Kensington Lock T Parallel port Battery T 8 cells of Li-ion battery pack (4300mAH)(share with TM4050) T Smart Battery Compliant T ACPI 2.2 CPU power management standard supporting Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 4
...) T 1 AV-in (7 pin) port (MFG option) T 1 RF input for digital TV and analog TV (MFG option) T Small (PCMCIA size) remote control T Kensington Lock T Parallel port Battery T 8 cells of Li-ion battery pack (4300mAH)(share with TM4050) T Smart Battery Compliant T ACPI 2.2 CPU power management standard supporting Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 4
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System Status Indicators LED Orange Green, Orange Green, Orange Orange Blue Status E-mail button Cap Lock Num Lock Media Activity (HDD/ODD) System Power Battery Charging Wireless on/off Bluetooth on/off Aspire 9500
System Status Indicators LED Orange Green, Orange Green, Orange Orange Blue Status E-mail button Cap Lock Num Lock Media Activity (HDD/ODD) System Power Battery Charging Wireless on/off Bluetooth on/off Aspire 9500