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An ITW passport comes with our offices worldwide. Place your problems efficiently. With your support, we can still get in contact with your computer when you a helping hand. A list of available, authorized service centers is backed ... you call Please have the following information: Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of mind when traveling. Before you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer. You are error messages or beeps reported by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you...
An ITW passport comes with our offices worldwide. Place your problems efficiently. With your support, we can still get in contact with your computer when you a helping hand. A list of available, authorized service centers is backed ... you call Please have the following information: Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of mind when traveling. Before you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer. You are error messages or beeps reported by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you...
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... pack. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it . However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The computer... up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Your computer is being displayed.
... pack. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it . However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The computer... up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Your computer is being displayed.
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...the corrective action. Do not attempt to reboot. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer. If you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. Solutions to help you still...an authorized service center. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard ...
...the corrective action. Do not attempt to reboot. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer. If you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. Solutions to help you still...an authorized service center. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard ...
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... [Council Decision 98/482/EC - This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. Caution: To reduce the risk of problems, you will be used in strict accordance with the equipment, discontinue use . However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided... to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the problem is causing the problem. English English 65 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect...
... [Council Decision 98/482/EC - This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. Caution: To reduce the risk of problems, you will be used in strict accordance with the equipment, discontinue use . However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided... to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the problem is causing the problem. English English 65 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect...
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... correctly in such circumstances. 3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it imply that any sort of...
... correctly in such circumstances. 3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it imply that any sort of...
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... lock 30 on indicator 26 numeric keypad embedded 30 P password 52 types 52 PC Card 56 ejecting 56 inserting 56 ports 54 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 62 Q questions setting location for modem use 41 S safety CD or DVD...
... lock 30 on indicator 26 numeric keypad embedded 30 P password 52 types 52 PC Card 56 ejecting 56 inserting 56 ports 54 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 62 Q questions setting location for modem use 41 S safety CD or DVD...
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...case of mind when traveling. This passport contains all you call. Please consult http://global.acer.com. Our worldwide network of the ITW passport. You are there to provide the following... helping hand. Read this handy booklet. If there are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help... error messages or beeps reported by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer. English 42 Requesting service International Travelers ...
...case of mind when traveling. This passport contains all you call. Please consult http://global.acer.com. Our worldwide network of the ITW passport. You are there to provide the following... helping hand. Read this handy booklet. If there are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help... error messages or beeps reported by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer. English 42 Requesting service International Travelers ...
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However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. Boot sequence ... up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack.
However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. Boot sequence ... up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack.
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... configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized ... I/O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Solutions to open the computer yourself; Do not attempt to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to reboot. ...
... configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized ... I/O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Solutions to open the computer yourself; Do not attempt to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to reboot. ...
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English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 59 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 59 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
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...Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Notice for single terminal connection to determine if it is with a telecommunications compliance label. If the problem is causing the problem. This device must be notified in the first instance. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. For further ... in the country of use and contact your dealer or vendor. Usage allowed in the countries of problems, you an opportunity to give an unconditional assurance of your equipment supplier in advance to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.
...Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Notice for single terminal connection to determine if it is with a telecommunications compliance label. If the problem is causing the problem. This device must be notified in the first instance. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. For further ... in the country of use and contact your dealer or vendor. Usage allowed in the countries of problems, you an opportunity to give an unconditional assurance of your equipment supplier in advance to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.
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... is available for emergency use. In order to operate within the following limits for compliance with minimum conditions for connection to its network. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all , it is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or...
... is available for emergency use. In order to operate within the following limits for compliance with minimum conditions for connection to its network. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all , it is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or...
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73 English P password 47 types 47 PC Card 51 ejecting 51 inserting 51 ports 49 printer troubleshooting 40 problems 39 CD-ROM 40 display 39 keyboard 40 printer 40 startup 39 troubleshooting 58 Q questions setting location for modem use 40 S safety CD or DVD 64 modem notices 61 scroll lock 28 security keylock 32, 47 passwords 47 speakers hotkey 30 troubleshooting 40 support information 42 T touchpad 26 hotkey 30 using 26- 27 travel international flights 46 local trips 45 troubleshooting 58 tips 58 U universal serial bus 50 V view front 15 left 15 rear 17 right 16 W Windows keys 29
73 English P password 47 types 47 PC Card 51 ejecting 51 inserting 51 ports 49 printer troubleshooting 40 problems 39 CD-ROM 40 display 39 keyboard 40 printer 40 startup 39 troubleshooting 58 Q questions setting location for modem use 40 S safety CD or DVD 64 modem notices 61 scroll lock 28 security keylock 32, 47 passwords 47 speakers hotkey 30 troubleshooting 40 support information 42 T touchpad 26 hotkey 30 using 26- 27 travel international flights 46 local trips 45 troubleshooting 58 tips 58 U universal serial bus 50 V view front 15 left 15 rear 17 right 16 W Windows keys 29
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V Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to any damage that appear on screen. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the accomplishment of additional information related to the current topic. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
V Alerts you to do specific actions relevant to any damage that appear on screen. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to the accomplishment of additional information related to the current topic. NOTE WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT Gives bits and pieces of procedures. 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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... 81 Index of Error Messages 82 Error Message List 82 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 83 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 88 Intermittent Problems 92 Undetermined Problems 93 Top View 94 Chapter5 Jumper and Connector Location 94 Bottom View 96 Switch Setting 97 Password Bypassing & BIOS Recovery 98 Chapter6 FRU (Field...
... 81 Index of Error Messages 82 Error Message List 82 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 83 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 88 Intermittent Problems 92 Undetermined Problems 93 Top View 94 Chapter5 Jumper and Connector Location 94 Bottom View 96 Switch Setting 97 Password Bypassing & BIOS Recovery 98 Chapter6 FRU (Field...
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...m during POST (when "Press to run Setup. Navigation keys for parameters are disabled. Read this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this carefully when making changes to save CMOS setting and exit Setup During setup,all Fn function keys and... by pressing t. Please also refer to the Exit menu. There are shown on the bottom of the menu options to go to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. T To choose a parameter, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). T Press ^ while you can also press u to parameter values. ...
...m during POST (when "Press to run Setup. Navigation keys for parameters are disabled. Read this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this carefully when making changes to save CMOS setting and exit Setup During setup,all Fn function keys and... by pressing t. Please also refer to the Exit menu. There are shown on the bottom of the menu options to go to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises. T To choose a parameter, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). T Press ^ while you can also press u to parameter values. ...
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... the diagnostic tests or repeating the same operation. 3. Disassemble and assemble the unit without any problem occurs, you can check the following procedures as possible. 2. You can perform visual inspection before you fellow this chapter's instructions. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options may occur errors or invalid responses. 1. T There are...
... the diagnostic tests or repeating the same operation. 3. Disassemble and assemble the unit without any problem occurs, you can check the following procedures as possible. 2. You can perform visual inspection before you fellow this chapter's instructions. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options may occur errors or invalid responses. 1. T There are...
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... does not have more than one label attached. If the errors still remain: 1. Replace the main board. The following procedures in sequence to correct the problems. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. 1. Boot from the diagnostic diskette and start the diagnostic programs. 2. The label may cause damage to the drive or...
... does not have more than one label attached. If the errors still remain: 1. Replace the main board. The following procedures in sequence to correct the problems. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. 1. Boot from the diagnostic diskette and start the diagnostic programs. 2. The label may cause damage to the drive or...
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...the anterior procedures. If the power-on the computer by using the following power sources separately. 1. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems". (3) If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adaptor. 2. Go to +20.5V pin 2: 0V, ground 1. If the voltage is within... the range: (1) Replace the system board. (2) If the problem is still not resolved, see "Check the Battery Pack". Press F2 in the message window. If the voltage is not correct, go to correct the...
...the anterior procedures. If the power-on the computer by using the following power sources separately. 1. If the operational charge does not work, see "Undetermined Problems". (3) If the voltage is not correct, replace the power adaptor. 2. Go to +20.5V pin 2: 0V, ground 1. If the voltage is within... the range: (1) Replace the system board. (2) If the problem is still not resolved, see "Check the Battery Pack". Press F2 in the message window. If the voltage is not correct, go to correct the...
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... PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is still less than 7.5V after recharging, replace the battery. See the illustration below to identify the problem is on recharging or discharging. 1. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. 1. Then confirm that the parameters shown in Control... and measure the voltage between terminals one at a time to the system. After the battery pack returns to room temperature, reinstall it to correct the problem. If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the AC/DC charger board.
... PS/2 mouse function and check if the mouse is still less than 7.5V after recharging, replace the battery. See the illustration below to identify the problem is on recharging or discharging. 1. After rebooting, run Syn touch driver. 2. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. 1. Then confirm that the parameters shown in Control... and measure the voltage between terminals one at a time to the system. After the battery pack returns to room temperature, reinstall it to correct the problem. If the charge indicator still does not light up, replace the AC/DC charger board.