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... Questions (FAQ 92 POST Code Reference Tables 102 Sec 102 Memory 102 BDS & Specific action 103 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 105 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT 105 Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT 108 Jumper and Connector Locations 111 Top View 111 Bottom View 112...
... Questions (FAQ 92 POST Code Reference Tables 102 Sec 102 Memory 102 BDS & Specific action 103 Each PEIM entry point used in 80_PORT 105 Each Driver entry point used in 80_PORT 105 Each SmmDriver entry point used in 80_PORT 108 Jumper and Connector Locations 111 Top View 111 Bottom View 112...
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... boot to finish BIOS flash, the system will not boot as USB HDD) before you use the Flash Utility: 1. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Phlash utility. Execute the IFLASH.BAT batch file to update BIOS (Read xxxxx.fd to update the system...
... boot to finish BIOS flash, the system will not boot as USB HDD) before you use the Flash Utility: 1. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you run the Phlash utility. Execute the IFLASH.BAT batch file to update BIOS (Read xxxxx.fd to update the system...
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..."Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Minimize or close all Windows. If display size is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support ...computer is correctly configured: a. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. c. Roll back the video driver to its highest level. If the Issue is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the...
..."Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Minimize or close all Windows. If display size is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is still not resolved, see "Online Support ...computer is correctly configured: a. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. c. Roll back the video driver to its highest level. If the Issue is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the...
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...the taskbar and drag the slider to 50. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. Roll back the audio driver to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ Sound. Ensure that all volume controls are set to verify that Speakers are set... or software. 9. If the Issue is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 10. Remove and reinstall the audio driver. 5. If the issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 161. 86 Chapter 4 • The device is properly installed. •...
...the taskbar and drag the slider to 50. Restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore. Roll back the audio driver to Start´ Control Panel´ Hardware and Sound´ Sound. Ensure that all volume controls are set to verify that Speakers are set... or software. 9. If the Issue is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date. 10. Remove and reinstall the audio driver. 5. If the issue is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 161. 86 Chapter 4 • The device is properly installed. •...
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HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to resolve the problem. 4. c. Select Repair your computer. f. h. If an issue is set correctly. 7. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. insert ...the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. The Install Windows screen displays. Click Next. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are set as the first boot device on page 34. 88 Chapter 4 Select Startup Repair. Check the BIOS settings are correct and...
HDD Not Operating Correctly If the HDD does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to resolve the problem. 4. c. Select Repair your computer. f. h. If an issue is set correctly. 7. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. insert ...the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer. The Install Windows screen displays. Click Next. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are set as the first boot device on page 34. 88 Chapter 4 Select Startup Repair. Check the BIOS settings are correct and...
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... connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is listed under Other Devices. 13. Roll back the mouse driver to check the events log for errors. Remove and reinstall the mouse driver. 12. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. If the issue is ok. 3. Other... Failures If the CRT Switch, Dock, LAN Port, external MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following actions one at a ...
... connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is listed under Other Devices. 13. Roll back the mouse driver to check the events log for errors. Remove and reinstall the mouse driver. 12. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. If the issue is ok. 3. Other... Failures If the CRT Switch, Dock, LAN Port, external MIC or Speakers, PCI Express Card, 5-in-1 Card Reader or Volume Wheel fail, perform the following actions one at a ...
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... memory range do the hard ware ECC init Report status code of every memory range Get the root bridge handle Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource Reset the host controller IdeBus begin initialization Simple Text Output Protocol Functions (VGA class reset) Report that VGA... Class driver is being disabled Report that VGA Class driver is being enabled Terminal Console In reset and Console Out reset Report that the remote terminal is being disabled Report ...
... memory range do the hard ware ECC init Report status code of every memory range Get the root bridge handle Notify pci bus driver starts to program the resource Reset the host controller IdeBus begin initialization Simple Text Output Protocol Functions (VGA class reset) Report that VGA... Class driver is being disabled Report that VGA Class driver is being enabled Terminal Console In reset and Console Out reset Report that the remote terminal is being disabled Report ...
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Code 0xF8 0xF9 Component Report that ExitBootServices() has been called Runtime driver set virtual address map 104 Chapter 4
Code 0xF8 0xF9 Component Report that ExitBootServices() has been called Runtime driver set virtual address map 104 Chapter 4
User Guide
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Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. Acer eRecovery Management provides you to restore or reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management allows you with: • Create Factory Default Disc • Create Drivers and Applications Disc Actual product specifications may vary. English 1 Acer eRecovery Management Note: The following content is for general reference only.
Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. Acer eRecovery Management provides you to restore or reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management allows you with: • Create Factory Default Disc • Create Drivers and Applications Disc Actual product specifications may vary. English 1 Acer eRecovery Management Note: The following content is for general reference only.
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Note: External optical disc drive required. Please see your retailer for more details. English 2 Launching Acer eRecovery Management 1 You may also launch Acer eRecovery Management by running the program from the Acer program group in the Start menu, or by double-clicking the icon if you have created a desktop shortcut. 2 You can choose to restore the system from a factory default image or reinstall applications and drivers. 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
Note: External optical disc drive required. Please see your retailer for more details. English 2 Launching Acer eRecovery Management 1 You may also launch Acer eRecovery Management by running the program from the Acer program group in the Start menu, or by double-clicking the icon if you have created a desktop shortcut. 2 You can choose to restore the system from a factory default image or reinstall applications and drivers. 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
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... : • Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for an extended period of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive...
... : • Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for an extended period of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive...
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... not use another country, check that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for traveling.
... not use another country, check that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for traveling.