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... 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 10 Closed front view 11 Left view 12 Right view 13 Rear view 14 Base view 15 Specifications 16 Indicators 19 Easy-launch buttons 20 Touchpad 21 Touchpad basics 21 Using the keyboard 23...
... 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 10 Closed front view 11 Left view 12 Right view 13 Rear view 14 Base view 15 Specifications 16 Indicators 19 Easy-launch buttons 20 Touchpad 21 Touchpad basics 21 Using the keyboard 23...
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Acer Arcade (for selected models) 37 Arcade hotkeys 38 InstantOn Arcade mode 38 48-button remote control 39 Remote functions 40 Mini remote control 41 Finding and playing content 42 Settings 42 Arcade controls 43 Navigation controls 43 Player controls 43 Virtual keyboard 44 Background mode 44 Cinema 45 Settings 45 Album 46...
Acer Arcade (for selected models) 37 Arcade hotkeys 38 InstantOn Arcade mode 38 48-button remote control 39 Remote functions 40 Mini remote control 41 Finding and playing content 42 Settings 42 Arcade controls 43 Navigation controls 43 Player controls 43 Virtual keyboard 44 Background mode 44 Cinema 45 Settings 45 Album 46...
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... frequently used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 20 for Starters... English 10 An Aspire tour After setting up to show you around your new Aspire computer. Front view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays... computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up your computer as illustrated in the Just for more details. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Keyboard...
... frequently used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 20 for Starters... English 10 An Aspire tour After setting up to show you around your new Aspire computer. Front view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays... computer output. 2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up your computer as illustrated in the Just for more details. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Keyboard...
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...Wireless 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 ...-saving modes 65 W Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 2.5-hour rapid charge, 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter 103-key keyboard Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button 12 function keys, four easy-launch buttons Two front-access buttons: WLAN LED-button and Bluetooth® LED...
...Wireless 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 ...-saving modes 65 W Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 2.5-hour rapid charge, 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter 103-key keyboard Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button 12 function keys, four easy-launch buttons Two front-access buttons: WLAN LED-button and Bluetooth® LED...
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... the computer is on the front panel. English 19 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on . (Lights amber when in stand-by or sleep mode) Lights up when the battery is being charged. Num Lock Lights up when...
... the computer is on the front panel. English 19 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on . (Lights amber when in stand-by or sleep mode) Lights up when the battery is being charged. Num Lock Lights up when...
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...to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 30. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. Easy-launch buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are called easy-launch buttons. The mail and Web browser buttons are : mail..., Web browser, Acer Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Charging: The light shows amber when the...
...to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 30. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. Easy-launch buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are called easy-launch buttons. The mail and Web browser buttons are : mail..., Web browser, Acer Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Charging: The light shows amber when the...
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... mode. When Num Lock is in uppercase. When Num Lock is on and off , the keys assume cursor and other shortcut functions. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow... is off . The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). English 23 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
... mode. When Num Lock is in uppercase. When Num Lock is on and off , the keys assume cursor and other shortcut functions. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow... is off . The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). English 23 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
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.... Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; English 24 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
.... Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; English 24 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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...symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 To type the < > symbol, hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 To type... the < > symbol, hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. Note: These functions may vary depending on keyboard layout and language setting. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. English 26 Special keys You can locate...
...symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 To type the < > symbol, hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 To type... the < > symbol, hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. Note: These functions may vary depending on keyboard layout and language setting. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. English 26 Special keys You can locate...
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"Easy-launch buttons" on page 20 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is simple to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to the manufacturer's recommended value. English 30 Acer GridVista is set to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the location of the easylaunch buttons.
"Easy-launch buttons" on page 20 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is simple to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to the manufacturer's recommended value. English 30 Acer GridVista is set to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the location of the easylaunch buttons.
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... and verify that the infrared port is heard from the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be muted. English 34 No audio is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (...crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be loose. out port on the taskbar. The keyboard does not respond. Check the following : • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is connected securely to ...
... and verify that the infrared port is heard from the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be muted. English 34 No audio is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (...crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be loose. out port on the taskbar. The keyboard does not respond. Check the following : • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is connected securely to ...
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English 44 Virtual keyboard Whenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can continue listening to stop the playback at anytime. Background mode With Acer Arcade you need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. TV, video; You can quickly enter ...the information you can use the onscreen virtual keyboard. You can press the stop button on the remote or click ...
English 44 Virtual keyboard Whenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can continue listening to stop the playback at anytime. Background mode With Acer Arcade you need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. TV, video; You can quickly enter ...the information you can use the onscreen virtual keyboard. You can press the stop button on the remote or click ...
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... open the display; If you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer. then press and...
... open the display; If you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer. then press and...
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... printer Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. If the temperature change is charged. English 55 Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from...
... printer Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. If the temperature change is charged. English 55 Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from...
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... process. Note: This feature is six zeros. English 70 Power management This computer has a built-in order to proceed. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is detected for your computer. Create backup You can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD...the password to conserve energy. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. If no activity is a tool to the computer, and video memory. You can create and save a backup of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals...
... process. Note: This feature is six zeros. English 70 Power management This computer has a built-in order to proceed. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is detected for your computer. Create backup You can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD...the password to conserve energy. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. If no activity is a tool to the computer, and video memory. You can create and save a backup of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals...
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... the message and take the corrective action. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error messages If you solve problems. If the system reports an error...
... the message and take the corrective action. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error messages If you solve problems. If the system reports an error...
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... 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 moving around 53 on indicator 11, 19 security 57 setting up a home office 55 taking home 54 traveling internationally 56 traveling on indicator 19... questions frequently-asked questions 33 front view 11 H Hibernation mode hotkey 25 hotkeys 24 I IEEE 1394 port 61 indicator lights 19 infrared 60 K keyboard 23 embedded numeric keypad 23 hotkeys 24 lock keys 23 troubleshooting 34 Windows keys 24 L LEDs 19 left view 11 M media access on local...
... 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 moving around 53 on indicator 11, 19 security 57 setting up a home office 55 taking home 54 traveling internationally 56 traveling on indicator 19... questions frequently-asked questions 33 front view 11 H Hibernation mode hotkey 25 hotkeys 24 I IEEE 1394 port 61 indicator lights 19 infrared 60 K keyboard 23 embedded numeric keypad 23 hotkeys 24 lock keys 23 troubleshooting 34 Windows keys 24 L LEDs 19 left view 11 M media access on local...
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... 19 numeric keypad embedded 23 P password 57 types 57 PC Card 62 ejecting 62 inserting 62 ports 59 printer troubleshooting 34 problems 33 display 33 keyboard 34 printer 34 startup 33 troubleshooting 73 Q questions setting location for modem use 35 S safety CD or DVD 81 FCC notice 75 general instructions 79...
... 19 numeric keypad embedded 23 P password 57 types 57 PC Card 62 ejecting 62 inserting 62 ports 59 printer troubleshooting 34 problems 33 display 33 keyboard 34 printer 34 startup 33 troubleshooting 73 Q questions setting location for modem use 35 S safety CD or DVD 81 FCC notice 75 general instructions 79...
Service Guide
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... 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 Power Board, Bluetooth and Keyboard 59 Disassemble the Cables, Antenna and LCD Module 60...
... 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 Power Board, Bluetooth and Keyboard 59 Disassemble the Cables, Antenna and LCD Module 60...
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... A general introduction of the computer's functions and components. 3 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Microphones Internal microphones for your hands when you would with a desktop PC. Front View # Item Description 1 Display screen Also...
... A general introduction of the computer's functions and components. 3 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 6 Microphones Internal microphones for your hands when you would with a desktop PC. Front View # Item Description 1 Display screen Also...