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... no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of Acer Incorporated. TravelMate 4730 Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 05/2008 Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system...serial number, model number and purchase information. Copyright © 2008. TravelMate 4730 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only...
... no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of Acer Incorporated. TravelMate 4730 Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 05/2008 Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system...serial number, model number and purchase information. Copyright © 2008. TravelMate 4730 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only...
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12 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • System memory • • Display • Graphics • • Storage • subsystem • • • Audio • • • •...drive* • DVD/CD-RW combo drive* 5-in-1 card reader Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone* WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* WiFIi®/...
12 English Specifications Operating • system Platform • System memory • • Display • Graphics • • Storage • subsystem • • • Audio • • • •...drive* • DVD/CD-RW combo drive* 5-in-1 card reader Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone* WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* WiFIi®/...
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Note: The specifications listed above are for certain models". The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. English 13 Dimensions Power subsystem Input devices I/O interface ... adapter* • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter* • Energy Star 4.0 • 88-/89-/93-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • Acer EasyPort IV connector • PC Card slot (Type II) • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • 3 USB 2.0 ports • HDMI...
Note: The specifications listed above are for certain models". The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. English 13 Dimensions Power subsystem Input devices I/O interface ... adapter* • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter* • Energy Star 4.0 • 88-/89-/93-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • Acer EasyPort IV connector • PC Card slot (Type II) • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • 3 USB 2.0 ports • HDMI...
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... respective holders. III Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential ...damages resulting from any defect in this guide is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language ...
... respective holders. III Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential ...damages resulting from any defect in this guide is subject to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language ...
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IV Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
IV Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of additional information related to any damage that appear on screen. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the current topic. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
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Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Left View 7 Right View 8 Rear View 8 Bottom View 9 Indicators 10 Easy-Launch Buttons 10 Touchpad Basics (with ...12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Information 26 Main 27 Advanced 28 Security...
Table of Contents System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Your Acer Notebook tour 5 Front View 5 Closed Front View 6 Left View 7 Right View 8 Rear View 8 Bottom View 9 Indicators 10 Easy-Launch Buttons 10 Touchpad Basics (with ...12 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 12 Windows Keys 13 Hot Keys 14 Special Key 15 Using the System Utilities 16 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible 16 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 System Utilities 25 BIOS Setup Utility 25 Navigating the BIOS Utility 25 Information 26 Main 27 Advanced 28 Security...
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...Memory • Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many feature: NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules* Display and graphics • 14.1" WXGA 1280... double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD/CD-RW combo drive* • 5-in-1 card reader Audio Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone Chapter 1 1
...Memory • Dual-Channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 2 GB of the computer's many feature: NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. System Specifications Chapter 1 Features Below is a brief summary of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules* Display and graphics • 14.1" WXGA 1280... double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD/CD-RW combo drive* • 5-in-1 card reader Audio Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone Chapter 1 1
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Chapter 1 3 • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. The specifications listed above are for AC adapter Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.
Chapter 1 3 • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. The specifications listed above are for AC adapter Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.
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... using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
... using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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...compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1, C2, C3, C4, C6 and S3, S4 for mobile CPU Supported protocols • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Support SMBUS 2.0,... Support iTPM (GM / PM Sku) Cache Item Cache controller Cache size CPU 6MB L2 Cache on CPU Specification 18 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU type Item Core logic CPU package Specification Intel Cantiga GM / PM FSB: 667 / 800 / 1066 MHz Intel Cantiga GL FSB: 667 MHz ...
...compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1, C2, C3, C4, C6 and S3, S4 for mobile CPU Supported protocols • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Support SMBUS 2.0,... Support iTPM (GM / PM Sku) Cache Item Cache controller Cache size CPU 6MB L2 Cache on CPU Specification 18 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU type Item Core logic CPU package Specification Intel Cantiga GM / PM FSB: 667 / 800 / 1066 MHz Intel Cantiga GL FSB: 667 MHz ...
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... 2304MB 768MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1280MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2304MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. On above specifications. Chapter 1 19 You may combine DIMMs with two 2GB SODIMM) Two DDR SODIMM DDR II 667 only (GL), 667/800 (GM,PM) ... size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Memory module combinations Specification Built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 2 GB 4G for 64bit OS (with various capacities to form other combinations.
... 2304MB 768MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1280MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 2048MB 2304MB 2560MB 3072MB 4096MB NOTE: Above table lists some system memory configurations. On above specifications. Chapter 1 19 You may combine DIMMs with two 2GB SODIMM) Two DDR SODIMM DDR II 667 only (GL), 667/800 (GM,PM) ... size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Memory module combinations Specification Built-in 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 2 GB 4G for 64bit OS (with various capacities to form other combinations.
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... Radio Technology Operating Frequency Channel Numbers Transmitter Output Power Receiver Sensitivity Maximum Receiver Signal Operating Voltage Interface Specification BROADCOM BCM5764M RJ-45 Left side Specification Broadcom BT Module PK320001F90 FHSS 2402 ~ 2480MHz ISM band 79 channels with 1MHz BW -6~4dBm output... -10dBm 3.3V+/-0.3V USB Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Vendor and Model Wireless LAN Standards Operating Frequency WLAN Data Rate Modulation Schemes Specification Broadcom BCM4312 Module IEEE 802.11b/11g standard 2.400 - 2.483. 5 GHz ISM band 802.11g: 54Mbps with fall back rates...
... Radio Technology Operating Frequency Channel Numbers Transmitter Output Power Receiver Sensitivity Maximum Receiver Signal Operating Voltage Interface Specification BROADCOM BCM5764M RJ-45 Left side Specification Broadcom BT Module PK320001F90 FHSS 2402 ~ 2480MHz ISM band 79 channels with 1MHz BW -6~4dBm output... -10dBm 3.3V+/-0.3V USB Wireless Module 802.11b/g Item Vendor and Model Wireless LAN Standards Operating Frequency WLAN Data Rate Modulation Schemes Specification Broadcom BCM4312 Module IEEE 802.11b/11g standard 2.400 - 2.483. 5 GHz ISM band 802.11g: 54Mbps with fall back rates...
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...Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Sanyo TM-2007A Li-Ion 4400mAh 6 3S2P Specification Sony TM-2007A Li-Ion 7200mAh 9 3S3P LCD 14.1" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm)... inverter) Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping) Specification AUO B141EW04 V3/V4 357.7 (14.1 W") 303.7(H) x 189.8 (V) 1280x3(RGB) x 800 0.237 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 200 Typ. (5 points...
...Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Sanyo TM-2007A Li-Ion 4400mAh 6 3S2P Specification Sony TM-2007A Li-Ion 7200mAh 9 3S3P LCD 14.1" Item Vendor/model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm)... inverter) Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower Temperature Range (°C) Operating Storage (shipping) Specification AUO B141EW04 V3/V4 357.7 (14.1 W") 303.7(H) x 189.8 (V) 1280x3(RGB) x 800 0.237 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 200 Typ. (5 points...
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... rms) Output current (mA, rms) Output voltage frequency (KHz) YEC YNV-C01H 9 ~ 20 0.08 ~ 0.6 Typical 680 2.0 ~ 6.8 (mA) 45~70 Specification AC Adapter Item Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency Specification 100~240Vac,50~60 Hz 1.7A No damage Meet EPA Energy Star level-4 requirement System Power Management Features Item... Specification • Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk mode, by time out or by hot key • HDD Local Stand-By mode by time ...
... rms) Output current (mA, rms) Output voltage frequency (KHz) YEC YNV-C01H 9 ~ 20 0.08 ~ 0.6 Typical 680 2.0 ~ 6.8 (mA) 45~70 Specification AC Adapter Item Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency Specification 100~240Vac,50~60 Hz 1.7A No damage Meet EPA Energy Star level-4 requirement System Power Management Features Item... Specification • Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk mode, by time out or by hot key • HDD Local Stand-By mode by time ...
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... of screen). Navigation keys for parameters are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Help for a particular menu are in the Item Specific Help part of the screen. Please also refer to enter setup. Press F2 to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. To activate the BIOS Utility, press...
... of screen). Navigation keys for parameters are six menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Help for a particular menu are in the Item Specific Help part of the screen. Please also refer to enter setup. Press F2 to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. To activate the BIOS Utility, press...
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... System Date Total Memory Video Memory InsydeH20 Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot [13:04:04] [06/04/2008] 4095 MB [256MB] Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help This is for the hour field. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and...
... System Date Total Memory Video Memory InsydeH20 Setup Utility Advanced Security Power Boot [13:04:04] [06/04/2008] 4095 MB [256MB] Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help This is for the hour field. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and...
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... Port 1 XPCI Express Root Port 2 XPCI Express Root Port 3 XPCI Express Root Port 4 XPCI Express Root Port 5 XPCI Express Root Port 6 [Disabled] Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help Configures Boot Settings. Enter the Peripheral Configuration menu. Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to 4 Master and Slave • PEG Aperture Size •...
... Port 1 XPCI Express Root Port 2 XPCI Express Root Port 3 XPCI Express Root Port 4 XPCI Express Root Port 5 XPCI Express Root Port 6 [Disabled] Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help Configures Boot Settings. Enter the Peripheral Configuration menu. Advanced The Advanced screen allows the user to 4 Master and Slave • PEG Aperture Size •...
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... Supervisor Password Is User Password Is HDD Password Is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Power on password [Enabled] Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help Install or Change the password and the length of parameters. Option Clear or Set Clear or Set Clear or Set Enabled or Disabled NOTE...
... Supervisor Password Is User Password Is HDD Password Is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Power on password [Enabled] Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help Install or Change the password and the length of parameters. Option Clear or Set Clear or Set Clear or Set Enabled or Disabled NOTE...
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... power management options and device wakeup behavior. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot XAdvanced CPU Control XPlatform Power Management Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help These items control various CPU parameters. ACPI S3: W ake on PME W ake on Modem Ring Auto wake on S5 Quickly S4 Resume [Enabled] [Enabled...
... power management options and device wakeup behavior. InsydeH20 Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Power Boot XAdvanced CPU Control XPlatform Power Management Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help These items control various CPU parameters. ACPI S3: W ake on PME W ake on Modem Ring Auto wake on S5 Quickly S4 Resume [Enabled] [Enabled...
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... Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Enter SelectXSubMenu F10 Save and Exit Chapter 2 35 USB CDROM : Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help Use or to select a device, then press to move it down the list, or to move it up the list. Bootable devices includes the...
... Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Default Enter SelectXSubMenu F10 Save and Exit Chapter 2 35 USB CDROM : Rev. 3.5 Exit Item Specific Help Use or to select a device, then press to move it down the list, or to move it up the list. Bootable devices includes the...