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... 4 Pre-Install AMD® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you will need an optical drive, a USB floppy disk drive, a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette, and Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc (bootable). 1. Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to install operating system. Make sure the...
... 4 Pre-Install AMD® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you will need an optical drive, a USB floppy disk drive, a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette, and Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc (bootable). 1. Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to install operating system. Make sure the...
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Page 2 of the operating system installation, press [F6] to Specify Additional Device. 3. When prompted, select 'S' to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver. 4. At the beginning of 4
Page 2 of the operating system installation, press [F6] to Specify Additional Device. 3. When prompted, select 'S' to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver. 4. At the beginning of 4
Pre-Install AMD® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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Select [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform] for Windows XP 64-bit Edition Page 3 of the following controllers listed depending on your hardware version and configuration for AHCI Controllers: - 5. At this point you created in step 1. 6. Insert the floppy diskette you should be presented with a selection for one of 4 Select [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform] for Windows XP 32-bit Edition -
Select [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform] for Windows XP 64-bit Edition Page 3 of the following controllers listed depending on your hardware version and configuration for AHCI Controllers: - 5. At this point you created in step 1. 6. Insert the floppy diskette you should be presented with a selection for one of 4 Select [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform] for Windows XP 32-bit Edition -
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Load [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform] driver Leave the floppy diskette in the system until the next reboot as the software will need to continue. - Press Enter again to be copied from the floppy diskette again when setup is appropriate for the hardware in your system and press Enter. 8. Page 4 of 4 Highlight the selection that is copying files. 7. Load [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform] driver -
Load [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform] driver Leave the floppy diskette in the system until the next reboot as the software will need to continue. - Press Enter again to be copied from the floppy diskette again when setup is appropriate for the hardware in your system and press Enter. 8. Page 4 of 4 Highlight the selection that is copying files. 7. Load [AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform] driver -
Quick Start Guide
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... such revisions or changes. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of Acer Incorporated. All correspondence concerning your computer. The serial number and model number are used herein for a particular purpose. No part of this publication may be incorporated in this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Such changes will be made periodically to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied...
... such revisions or changes. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of Acer Incorporated. All correspondence concerning your computer. The serial number and model number are used herein for a particular purpose. No part of this publication may be incorporated in this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Such changes will be made periodically to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied...
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... A - Operation is subject to the following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model number: Machine type: SKU number: Name of responsible party: Address of the FCC Rules. 3 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: 31 May , 2008 Notebook PC MS2231 TravelMate 5530/5230 TravelMate...
... A - Operation is subject to the following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model number: Machine type: SKU number: Name of responsible party: Address of the FCC Rules. 3 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: 31 May , 2008 Notebook PC MS2231 TravelMate 5530/5230 TravelMate...
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... TV function) Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- 4 We, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw Hereby declare that: Product: Notebook PC Trade Name: Acer Model Number: MS2231 Machine Type: TravelMate 5530...
... TV function) Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- 4 We, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw Hereby declare that: Product: Notebook PC Trade Name: Acer Model Number: MS2231 Machine Type: TravelMate 5530...
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... system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on your new computer. Follow these steps to complete the installation. For instructions on AcerSystem User's Guide. Your guides To help you to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on such subjects as Acer's Empowering Technology, using the keyboard, Audio, etc. Please understand that due to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides...
... system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on your new computer. Follow these steps to complete the installation. For instructions on AcerSystem User's Guide. Your guides To help you to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on such subjects as Acer's Empowering Technology, using the keyboard, Audio, etc. Please understand that due to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides...
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Top view # Item 1 Acer Crystal Eye Description Web camera for video communication (only for Starters... poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for certain models). English 6 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook.
Top view # Item 1 Acer Crystal Eye Description Web camera for video communication (only for Starters... poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for certain models). English 6 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook.
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... mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4way control function (only for your computer. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to work. Comfortable support area for certain models). 7 English # Item 2 Acer PureZone 3 Display screen 4 Speakers 5 Empowering key 6 Productivity keys 7 Easy-launch buttons 8 Palmrest 9 Touchpad 10 Click buttons (left, center* and right) 11 Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader 12 Status indicators 13 Keyboard 14 Power button 15 Status indicators Description Two internal...
... mouse buttons. *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4way control function (only for your computer. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to work. Comfortable support area for certain models). 7 English # Item 2 Acer PureZone 3 Display screen 4 Speakers 5 Empowering key 6 Productivity keys 7 Easy-launch buttons 8 Palmrest 9 Touchpad 10 Click buttons (left, center* and right) 11 Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader 12 Status indicators 13 Keyboard 14 Power button 15 Status indicators Description Two internal...
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... Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xDPicture Card. Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack. Note: Only one card can operate at any given time. Enable/disable the Bluetooth function. (manufacturing option). Bluetooth communication switch Wireless communication switch Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 8 Closed front view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Item Latch 5-in-1 card reader Line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player) Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
... Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xDPicture Card. Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack. Note: Only one card can operate at any given time. Enable/disable the Bluetooth function. (manufacturing option). Bluetooth communication switch Wireless communication switch Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 8 Closed front view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Item Latch 5-in-1 card reader Line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player) Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
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...PC Card slot Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. Acer EasyPort IV connector Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). ExpressCard/54 slot PC Card slot eject button Accepts one Type II PC Card. Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections (only for certain models). External display (VGA) port Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 9 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 HDMI...
...PC Card slot Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. Acer EasyPort IV connector Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). ExpressCard/54 slot PC Card slot eject button Accepts one Type II PC Card. Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections (only for certain models). External display (VGA) port Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 9 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 HDMI...
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Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off . 10 Right view English # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is off .
Note: Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off . 10 Right view English # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is off .
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DC-in the mean time. 11 Rear view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 Item Description USB 2.0 port Connects to an AC adapter. Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Ventilation slots Enable the computer to a phone line. Note: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in jack Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). USB 2.0/ e SATA port Connects to USB 2.0 or eSATA devices (only for certain models).
DC-in the mean time. 11 Rear view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 Item Description USB 2.0 port Connects to an AC adapter. Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Ventilation slots Enable the computer to a phone line. Note: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in jack Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). USB 2.0/ e SATA port Connects to USB 2.0 or eSATA devices (only for certain models).
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Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps (only for certain models). 3 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 7 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 12 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Hard disk bay Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 2 Acer DASP (Disk Anti-
Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps (only for certain models). 3 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 7 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 12 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Hard disk bay Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 2 Acer DASP (Disk Anti-
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...; HD 3200/3470* 2.5" hard disk drive Optical drive options: • Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer 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 One or two built-in microphones* Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer Video Conference Manager software • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone WLAN...
...; HD 3200/3470* 2.5" hard disk drive Optical drive options: • Blu-ray Disc™/DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive* • DVD-Super Multi double-layer 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 One or two built-in microphones* Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer Video Conference Manager software • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone WLAN...
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...; 88-/89-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • ExpressCard™/54 slot • PC Card slot (Type II) • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • Three USB 2.0 ports • HDMI™ port with HDCP support* • USB 2.0/ eSATA port * Environment Note: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in the mean time. • External display (VGA) port • Headphone...
...; 88-/89-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • ExpressCard™/54 slot • PC Card slot (Type II) • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* • 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) • Three USB 2.0 ports • HDMI™ port with HDCP support* • USB 2.0/ eSATA port * Environment Note: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in the mean time. • External display (VGA) port • Headphone...