eMachines D720/D520 Series Quick Guide
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...a retrieval system, or transmitted, in this publication without the prior written permission of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. eMachines D720/D520 Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 08/2008 Changes may be made periodically to your unit should include the serial number, model ...© 2008. Such changes will be incorporated in the space provided below. eMachines D720/D520 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase eMachines and the eMachines logo are recorded on the label affixed to the information in any form or ...
...a retrieval system, or transmitted, in this publication without the prior written permission of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. eMachines D720/D520 Series Quick Guide Original Issue: 08/2008 Changes may be made periodically to your unit should include the serial number, model ...© 2008. Such changes will be incorporated in the space provided below. eMachines D720/D520 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase eMachines and the eMachines logo are recorded on the label affixed to the information in any form or ...
eMachines D720/D520 Series Quick Guide
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...Generic User Guide as well as "only for Starters... For more productive, please refer to functions or features which are marked in the eMachines product series. It is not installed on your notebook. poster helps you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Follow ... User Guide will occasionally refer to the eMachinesSystem User Guide. If Adobe Reader is available in the model you for making an eMachines notebook your choice for meeting your computer can help you get started with language such as the eMachinesSystem User Guide mentioned below will...
...Generic User Guide as well as "only for Starters... For more productive, please refer to functions or features which are marked in the eMachines product series. It is not installed on your notebook. poster helps you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Follow ... User Guide will occasionally refer to the eMachinesSystem User Guide. If Adobe Reader is available in the model you for making an eMachines notebook your choice for meeting your computer can help you get started with language such as the eMachinesSystem User Guide mentioned below will...
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poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for sound recording. Top view # ICON Item 1 Microphone Description Internal microphone for Starters... English 4 Your eMachines notebook tour After setting up your new eMachines notebook.
poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for sound recording. Top view # ICON Item 1 Microphone Description Internal microphone for Starters... English 4 Your eMachines notebook tour After setting up your new eMachines notebook.
eMachines D720/D520 Series Service Guide
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eMachines D720/D520 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN
eMachines D720/D520 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER/CSD web; for more information, please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN
eMachines D720/D520 Series Service Guide
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Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on eMachines D720/D520 Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates II
Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on eMachines D720/D520 Series service guide. Date Chapter Updates II
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... 131 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 132 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 133 eMachines D720/D520 Exploded Diagrams 134 Main Assembly 134 LCD Panel 135 eMachines D720/D520 FRU List 136 Screw List 140 Model Definition and Configuration 142 eMachines D720/D520 Series 142 Model Description 142 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft® Windows® Vista...
... 131 BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk 132 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 133 eMachines D720/D520 Exploded Diagrams 134 Main Assembly 134 LCD Panel 135 eMachines D720/D520 FRU List 136 Screw List 140 Model Definition and Configuration 142 eMachines D720/D520 Series 142 Model Description 142 Test Compatible Components 153 Microsoft® Windows® Vista...
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... Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for eMachines D720/D520 Series. Press F2 key to BIOS Setup menu. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. eMachines D720/D520 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for...
... Clearing BIOS Password Check If users set BIOS Password (Supervisor Password and/or User Password) for eMachines D720/D520 Series. Press F2 key to BIOS Setup menu. Otherwise, please follow the steps and try again. eMachines D720/D520 provide one Hardware Open Gap on main board for clearing password check, and one Hotkey for...
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... the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in the FRU list of this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for repair and service of eMachines D720/D520. Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on the printed Service Guide. For ACER...
... the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in the FRU list of this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for repair and service of eMachines D720/D520. Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date information available on the printed Service Guide. For ACER...
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eMachines D720/D520 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 10 11 4 No. Description 1 Mini Door 2 HDD Door 3 Ram Door 4 Lower Case 5 Middle Cover 6 Keyboard Acer P/N No. 7 8 9 10 11 Description Power Board Upper Case Mainboard CPU Fan Heatsink Acer P/N 134 Chapter 6
eMachines D720/D520 Exploded Diagrams Main Assembly 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 10 11 4 No. Description 1 Mini Door 2 HDD Door 3 Ram Door 4 Lower Case 5 Middle Cover 6 Keyboard Acer P/N No. 7 8 9 10 11 Description Power Board Upper Case Mainboard CPU Fan Heatsink Acer P/N 134 Chapter 6
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Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the eMachines D720/D520 Series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. Appendix B 153
Test Compatible Components Appendix B This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment. Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Refer to the eMachines D720/D520 Series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. Appendix B 153
eMachines Notebook User Guide (All Series)
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All Rights Reserved. Changes may be liable for a particular purpose. eMachines Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase eMachines and the eMachines logo are recorded on the label affixed to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the...has been taken to ensure accuracy, this publication. Other companies' product names or trademarks are used herein for a particular purpose. eMachines Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 08/2008 This company makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, with respect ...
All Rights Reserved. Changes may be liable for a particular purpose. eMachines Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase eMachines and the eMachines logo are recorded on the label affixed to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the...has been taken to ensure accuracy, this publication. Other companies' product names or trademarks are used herein for a particular purpose. eMachines Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 08/2008 This company makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, with respect ...
eMachines Notebook User Guide (All Series)
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.... Battery performance is damaged. Do not dispose as that is especially limited in your pocket or purse. Replace the battery with eMachines approved chargers designated for this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Follow local regulations when disposing of... Dispose of batteries according to keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Use only eMachines approved batteries, and recharge your product. Never use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from...
.... Battery performance is damaged. Do not dispose as that is especially limited in your pocket or purse. Replace the battery with eMachines approved chargers designated for this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Follow local regulations when disposing of... Dispose of batteries according to keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Use only eMachines approved batteries, and recharge your product. Never use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from...
eMachines Notebook User Guide (All Series)
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... rechargeable batteries at www.eiae.org. ix Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to eMachines notebooks with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in the bottom right-hand corner of the palm rest. has determined that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent...
... rechargeable batteries at www.eiae.org. ix Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to eMachines notebooks with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in the bottom right-hand corner of the palm rest. has determined that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent...
eMachines Notebook User Guide (All Series)
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...the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. If Adobe Reader is available in the text with setting up your notebook. eMachines Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the model you purchased. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe...computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. poster helps you get started with language such as eMachines Recovery Management, using your computer Turning your computer, clicking on eMachinesSystem User Guide. It is not installed on your computer on your...
...the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. If Adobe Reader is available in the text with setting up your notebook. eMachines Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the model you purchased. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe...computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. poster helps you get started with language such as eMachines Recovery Management, using your computer Turning your computer, clicking on eMachinesSystem User Guide. It is not installed on your computer on your...
eMachines Notebook User Guide (All Series)
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... radio communication devices (RSS-210) 38 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 21 Password 21 Using software 22 Playing DVD movies 22 Power management 23 eMachines Recovery Management 24 Burn backup discs 25 Restore 26 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 27 Troubleshooting 30 Troubleshooting tips 30 Error messages 30 Regulations...
... radio communication devices (RSS-210) 38 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 21 Password 21 Using software 22 Playing DVD movies 22 Power management 23 eMachines Recovery Management 24 Burn backup discs 25 Restore 26 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 27 Troubleshooting 30 Troubleshooting tips 30 Error messages 30 Regulations...
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... turn off. The system will be loose. The printer does not work. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if eMachines Disk-to eject the tray. English 7 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically...
... turn off. The system will be loose. The printer does not work. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if eMachines Disk-to eject the tray. English 7 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically...
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This feature occupies 15 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk. Important! English 8 To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the eMachines logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery.
This feature occupies 15 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk. Important! English 8 To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the eMachines logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery.
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... the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local eMachines dealer. English 20 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover;
... the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local eMachines dealer. English 20 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover;
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... disc-related tasks. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in the Restore page. eMachines Recovery Management consists of the following content is only available on certain models. You can also back up drivers and applications ...to CD/DVD 2 Restore: • Restore system to quickly restore the system. The eMachines Recovery Management password is set the eMachines Recovery Management password. English 24 eMachines Recovery Management eMachines Recovery Management is a tool to factory default • Reinstall applications/drivers • ...
... disc-related tasks. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in the Restore page. eMachines Recovery Management consists of the following content is only available on certain models. You can also back up drivers and applications ...to CD/DVD 2 Restore: • Restore system to quickly restore the system. The eMachines Recovery Management password is set the eMachines Recovery Management password. English 24 eMachines Recovery Management eMachines Recovery Management is a tool to factory default • Reinstall applications/drivers • ...
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... a factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that will not be bootable. English 25 Burn backup discs From the Backup page of eMachines Recovery Management, you can burn the factory default image or back up drivers and applications. 1 Click on Start, All Programs..., eMachines. 2 eMachines Recovery Management opens to the Backup page. 3 Select the type of backup (factory default or drivers and applications) you would like to burn to disc. 4 ...
... a factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that will not be bootable. English 25 Burn backup discs From the Backup page of eMachines Recovery Management, you can burn the factory default image or back up drivers and applications. 1 Click on Start, All Programs..., eMachines. 2 eMachines Recovery Management opens to the Backup page. 3 Select the type of backup (factory default or drivers and applications) you would like to burn to disc. 4 ...