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Aspire Digital 7220G Laptop User Manual

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1. A pad E E OOO TemmeeQueoo plnl Pee password optional Fear party checkers _ up Manager FEM m _ 0 Fm 4 D2h Chapter 4 Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize the system timer Initialize system I O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Shadow Boot Block System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Initialize System Management Mode Output one beep before boot Boot to Mini DOS Clear Huge Segment 83 Index of Sym ptom to FRU Error Message 84 LCD Related Symptoms LCD backlight doesn t work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed Indicator Related Symptoms Enter BIOS Utility to execute Load Setup Default Settings then reboot sy
2. 08007 021 HDD SATA 80G 5400RPM SEAGATE 08001 030 51980811 5 SATA 8MB LF 3 ALD HDD SATA 80G 5400RPM TOSHIBA KH 08004 010 MK8037GSX Gemini BS SATA LF F W DL230J HDD SATA 80G 5400RPM WD WD800BEVS 22RSTO ML80 SATA LF F W 04 01G04 HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM HGST HTS541612J9SA00 SURUGA B LF F W C70P HDD SATA 1206 5400RPM SEAGATE 12001 031 519120822 5 SATA 8MB 3 ALD HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM TOSHIBA KH 12004 006 MK1237GSX Gemini BS SATA LF F W DL130J HDD SATA 120G 5400RPM WD WD1200BEVS 22RSTO ML80 SATA LF F W 04 01G04 HDD SATA 160G 5400RPM HGST HTS541616J9SA00 SURUGA B LF F W C70P HDD SATA 1606 5400RPM SEAGATE KH 16001 026 ST9160821AS SATA 8MB LF 3 ALD HDD SATA 160G 5400RPM TOSHIBA KH 16004 001 MK1637GSX Gemini BS SATA LF F W DLO30J HDD SATA 160G 5400RPM WD WD1600BEVS 22RSTO ML80 SATA LF KH 08008 033 KH 12007 010 KH 12008 018 KH 16007 011 KH 16008 019 F W 04 01G04 HDD SATA 200G 4200RPM TOSHIBA MK2035GSS Gemini SATA LF W DK022A KH 20004 001 96 Chapter 6 a 17 33 2 002 KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105 5 WHITE US INTERNATIONAL ULL KB INT00 138 TE I ELE t KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE 00 170 ARABIC ENGLISH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 169 BELGIUM KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 168 BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE KE
3. Express technology that provides 500 Mbytes sec total throughput Formerly code named NEWCARD Express Cards are 5mm thick like Type 1 PC Cards but do not use the same 86x54mm footprint Express Cards come in 75x54mm and 75x34mm sizes Express Card 54 slot means this notebook accepts 75x54mm Express Cards Right View 1 2 USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB e mouse USB camera 2 port Accepts input signals from audio video AV devices C 3 Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs slot load or tray load depending on model 4 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active indicator 5 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive button Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off Modem RJ 11 port Connects to a phone line RF in port Accepts input signals from analog digital TV tuner devices for selected models Rear view DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use 10 Chapter 1 Base view 5 amp 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use cooling fan Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan Indicators The computer has several easy to read status indicators The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover i
4. gt Opens the Search All Files dialog box Ay Aw lt R gt Opens the Run dialog box lt gt Minimizes windows lt Shift gt M Undoes the minimize all windows action This key has the same effect as clicking the right Application key menu Hot Keys mouse button it opens the application s context The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hot keys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination lt gt lt 1 gt m Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management m m Chapter 1 m mim fy I SIS Displays help on hot keys Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 18 Puts the computer in Sleep mode 15 lt gt lt gt Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt
5. Reads data in each CD ROM CD ROM XA CD 1 Video CD CD Extra and CD Text Reads data in Photo CD single and Multi session Reads standard CD DA Reads and writes CD R discs Reads and writes CD RW discs Reads and writes in each DVD R RW Ver 1 1 Reads data in each DVD ROM and DVD R Ver 2 0 for Authoring Reads and writes in each DVD R Ver 2 0 for general DVD RW and DVD R RW Ver1 1 Loading mechanism Load Manual Release a Electrical Release Release Button b Release by ATAPI command c Emergency Release Chapter 1 33 34 DVD Dual Interface Power Requirement Input Voltage Audio Interface Audio Controller Audio onboard or optional Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Sampling rate Internal microphone Internal speaker Quantity Supports PnP DMA channel Supports PnP IRQ USB Port Chipset USB Compliancy Level Number of USB port Location Serial port function control PCMCIA Port PCMCIA controller Supports card type Number of slots Access location Supports ZV Zoomed Video port Supports 32 bit CardBus System Board Major Chips Core logic LAN USB 2 0 Super controller MODEM 5 V 5 Operating Realtek ALC268 Built in Stereo 18 bit stereo full duplex HD audio Interface S PDIF output for PCM or AC 3 content 1Hz resolution VSR Variable Sampling Rate Yes Yes 2 1 5W speakers DMA channel 0 DMA channel 1 IR
6. Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return e Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off 4 4 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness lt gt lt 4 gt noo mem RN eee Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard To type LOLOL I Oy TELL o HET IE 3 3 ri The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either directly press the lt gt symbol at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Alt Gr and then press the lt 5 gt symbol at the upper center of the keyboard NOTE Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography fagq faqgi2 htm for more information 16 Chapter 1 The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either directly press the lt gt key at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Shift gt and then press the lt 4 gt key at th
7. then repeat this step 58 Chapter 3 Removing the Wireless LAN Card Modem Card TV Tuner Card 1 Disconnect the three antennae from the wireless LAN card 2 Remove the two screws fastening the wireless LAN card 3 Then take out the wireless LAN card from the main unit Remove the screw fastening the modem card and detach the modem card from the main board Disconnect the RJ 11 cable and remove the modem card Disconnect the RF cable from the TV tuner card Remove the two screws fastening the TV tuner card Then take out the TV tuner card from the main unit Wi NOTE TV tuner on selected models only Chapter 3 59 Removing the System Fan Thermal Modules VGA Board and CPU 1 Disconnect the fan cable from the main board 2 Remove the three screws holding the system fan 3 Remove the four spring screws holding the CPU thermal module 4 Then detach the CPU thermal module as shown 5 Remove the four spring screws holding the VGA thermal module 6 Then detach the VGA thermal module as shown 7 Remove the two screws fastening the VGA board then remove it 8 Use a flat screwdriver to release the CPU lock Turn counter clock wire 9 Remove the CPU from the CPU socket carefully NOTE VGA thermal module and VGA board on selected models only 60 Chapter 3 Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module 1 Turn the notebook over 2 Remove the two scr
8. 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD 88 89 key Acer FineTouch keyboard with 5 degree curve Touchpad with 4 way scroll button Four easy launch buttons Two front access switches WLAN LED and Bluetooth LED switches Communication D D DU Ports L DL L LD be LD LD LD LD LD LD ob L Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video over Internet Protocol VVoIP support via Acer OrbiCam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam 0 3 megapixel CMOS camera featuring 30 degree ergonomic rotation Acer VisageOn technology Acer PrimaLite M technology Modem 56K ITU V 92 modem with PTT approval wake on ring ready LAN gigabit Ethernet wake on LAN ready WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate WLAN Intel PRO Wireless 4965ABGN network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g n Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology Express Card slot 54mm type 5 in 1 card reader SD MMC MS MS PRO xD Four USB 2 0 ports IEEE 1394 port Microsoft MCE infrared MIR port External display VGA port DVI D port for selected models S video TV out NTSC PAL port RF in port for selected models AV in port Headphones port with S PDIF support Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC i
9. 667 SAMSUNG KN 1GBOB 011 M4701T2953EZ3 CE6 MEMORY 1GB DDRII 667 HYNIX KN 1GB0G 006 HYMP512S64CP8 Y5 KN 51203 032 FAN 23 AHJ02 001 T Z HEATSINK CPU THERMAL MODULE 60 AHJ02 0069 Chapter 6 gt VGA THERMAL M71M DIS SPEAKER SPEAKER R amp L 17 23 AHJ02 002 SUB WOOFER 23 AHJ02 003 ANTENNA R 17 ANTENNA L 17 MIC SET 17 50 AHJ02 008 50 AHJ02 009 23 AHJ02 004 2 m CD A lt REMOTE CONTROLLER EU REMOTE CONTROLLER TS REMOTE CONTROLLER SC REMOTE CONTROLLER EN LZ 20400 004 LZ 20400 005 LZ 20400 006 LZ 20400 007 MISCELLANEOUS RUBBER FOOT B RUBBER FOOT C THERMAL RUBBER FOOT THERMAL PAD NAMEPLATE AS7720 LCD SCREW PAD 17 LCD SIDE RUBBER 17 LCD FRONT RUBBER 17 47 AHJ02 004 47 AHJ02 005 47 AHJ02 006 47 AHJ02 007 40 AHJ02 001 47 AHJ02 001 47 AHJ02 002 47 AHJ02 003 SCREW LIST SCREW M2 5 12 NL 86 AHE02 003 SCREW M2 5 4 86 AHJ02 001 SCREW M2 5 6 NL 86 AHE02 002 SCREW M2 3 NL 86 AHE02 005 Bommwrag _ Se N SR IND se Fa KD ZK r ORS screw 20 sor SOD feao ere SOREWASSY SRE 200 SL KSD NTs 00 Chapter 6
10. Bytes per 512 512 512 512 sector Chapter 1 Hard Disk Drive Interface Data heads 3 for Hitachi and 4 for Hitachi Seagate 3 for Seagate 4 for Toshiba speed RPM a RPM e RPM s RPM RPM Performance Specifications 2048KB 8192KB 8192KB 8192KB ATA ATAPI 6 ATA 6 ATA ATAPI 6 ATA 6 6 ATA 6 6 ATA 6 6 6 media transfer rate disk buffer Mbytes s Data transfer 100 MB Sec 100 MB Sec 100 MB Sec 100 MB Sec rate Ultra DMA mode 5 Ultra DMA mode 5 Ultra DMA mode 5 Ultra DMA mode 5 host buffer Mbytes s DC Power Requirements Voltage 5V DC 5 5V DC 5 5V DC 5 5V DC 5 tolerance DVD Dual Interface Vendor amp model name HLDS COMBO 12 7mm Tray 24X GCC T10N SONY COMBO 12 7mm Tray 24X CRX880A LF PIONEER Super Multi Drive 12 7mm Tray DVR K17RS PANASONIC Super Multi Drive 12 7mm Tray DL 8X UJ 850 PHILIPS Super Multi Drive 12 7mm Tray DL 8X DS 8A1P HLDS Super Multi Drive 12 7mm Tray LabelFlash 8X GSA T20N SONY Super Multi Drive 12 7mm Tray DL 8X AD 7530A TOSHIBA HD DVD Drive 12 7mm Tray TS L802A Performance Specification Performance Specification With With CD Diskette Diskette With DVD With DVD Diskette Transfer rate KB sec _ E I 3 6Mbytes sec 10 8Mbytes sec BufferMemory BufferMemory Interface Enhanced IDE ATAPI compatible Applicable disc format Support disc formats 1
11. GLARE CMO N170C2 LK 1700D 009 02 10ms 200nits LCD 17 WXGA GLARE LP171WP4 LK 17008 025 TLB1 16ms 200nits LCD 17 WXGA GLARE SAMSUNG LK 17006 024 LTN170X2 L02 H 16ms 200nits PMMA INVERTER BOARD 17 gt NO LCD WIRESET 17 50 AHJ02 007 LCD COVER ASSY 17 IN LOGO W MIC W ANTENNA 60 AHJ02 004 LCD BEZEL ASSY 17 FORW O CCD 60 AHJ02 005 LCD BRACKET SET R amp L 17 33 AHJ02 003 CCD MODULE 0 3M 57 2 001 CCD BRACKET 17 33 AHJ02 004 ASSY LCD MODULE 17 IN WXGA TBD GLARE W ANTENNA 98 Chapter 6 LCD 17 WXGA GLARE AUO B170PWO3 11 17105 005 V4 200nits 16ms LCD 17 WXGA GLARE CMO N170C2 LK 1700D 009 LO2 10ms 200nits LCD 17 WXGA GLARE LPL LP171WP4 LK 17008 025 TLB1 16ms 200nits LCD 17 WXGA GLARE SAMSUNG LK 17006 024 LTN170X2 L02 H 16ms 200nits PMMA INVERTER BOARD 17 19 AHJ02 001 LCD WIRESET 17 50 AHJ02 007 LCD COVER ASSY 17 LOGO W MIC W 60 2 004 ANTENNA LCD BEZEL ASSY 17 FORW O CCD MAINBOARD MAINBOARB GM965 UMA W CARD MB AHEO2 001 READER EXPRESS CARD W O CPU MEMORY MAINBOARB PM965 DISCRETE W CARD READER EXPRESS CARD W O CPU MEMORY 2 001 MEMORY 512MB DDRII 667 NT512T64UH8BOFN 3C MEMORY 512MB DDRII 667 KN 5120B 023 SAMSUNG M470T6554EZ3 CE6 MEMORY 512MB DDRII 667 HYNIX KN 5120G 019 HYMP564S64CP6 Y5 MEMORY 1GB DDRII 667 NANYA KN 1GB03 014 NT1GT64U8HBOBN 3C MEMORY 1GB DDRII
12. Jump to User Patch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode SMM area Display external L2 cache size Load custom defaults optional Display shadow area message Display possible high address for UMB recovery Display error messages Check for configuration errors Check for keyboard errors Set up hardware interrupt vectors Initialize coprocessor if present Disable onboard Super I O ports and IRQs Late POST device initialization Detect and install external RS232 ports Configure non MCD IDE controllers Detect and install external parallel ports Initialize PC compatible PnP ISA devices Re initialize onboard ports Configure Motherboard Configurable Devices optional Initialize BIOS Area Enable Non Maskable Interrupts NMIs Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area Test and initialize PS 2 mouse 81 FO sssi 9 _ mlelzelahbusadskconmeles mp 0 formuliprocessorbonde oomoo GewhwetSsegmentegser __ 9 1 beeps on checksum failure Check for SMART drive optional for SMART drive Check for SMART drive optional O m __ em eteminenumberofATAamd SOS aves qm _ o Dm
13. gt lt F12 gt When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on embedded Type numbers a normal keypad manner Cursor control keys on Hold Shift while using embedded keypad cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing Type the letters in a normal letters on embedded manner keypad Chapter 1 Windows Keys The keyboard has one key that performs Windows specific functions Windows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the ay Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of function Ay Hg lt Tab gt Activates next taskbar button Hy E Opens the My Computer window Ay AS lt F1 gt Opens Help and Support Ay E lt
14. gt IDE Configuration various CPU parameters ACPI 1 Enabled ACPI 53 Enabled Auto wake 55 Disabled Crestline PM Support Enabled POPUP Support Enabled POPDOWN Support Enabled DeepC4 Enabled Hard C4E Enabled 1 1 F5 F6 F9 Esc Enter F10 The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Advanced CPU Control x Auto wake on S5 Enables the Auto wake 55 by day of month Disabled By Every Day or or fixed time of every day or disables this By Day of Month feature Crestline PM Support Enables disables Calistoga Enhanced Power Enabled or Disabled Management mode 2 Hard C4E This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system Bootable devices includes the diskette drive in module bay the onboard hard disk drive and the CD ROM in module bay Information Main Security Advanced Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot Priority Order Use lt f gt or l to select IDE 1 TOSHIBA DVDW HD TS L802A a device then press USB FDD lt F5 gt to move it up the Network Boot MBA v9 4 5 Slot 0400 list or lt F6 gt to move it USB HDD down the list Press USB KEY lt Esc gt to escape the menu USB Chapter 2 49 50 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your comput
15. in the message window NOTE Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector A loose connection can cause an error Power System Check To verify the symptom of the problem power on the computer using each of the following power sources 1 2 3 Remove the battery pack Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack then check that power is supplied by the battery pack you suspect a power problem see the appropriate power supply check in the following list Q Check the Power Adapter on page 74 Q Check the Battery Pack on page 75 Chapter 4 73 Check the Power Adapter Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the power adapter cable See the following figure ES e Pin 1 19 to 20 5V Pin 2 0V Ground x 2 1 1 voltage is not correct replace the power adapter 2 Ifthe voltage is within the range do the following X Replace the System board Q Ifthe problem is not corrected see Undetermined Problems on page 88 Ifthe voltage is not correct go to the next step NOTE An audible noise from the power adapter does not always indicate a defect 3 Ifthe power on indicator does not light up check the power cord of the power adapter for correct continuity and installation 4 Ifthe operational charge does not work see Check th
16. not work correctly Print problems Serial or parallel port device problems Keyboard Touchpad Related Symptoms Keyboard one or more keys does not work Touchpad does not work Modem Related Symptoms Internal modem does not work correctly Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours Refresh battery continue use battery until power off then charge battery Battery pack System board Reconnect hard disk CD ROM drives Hard disk connection board System board Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute Load Default Settings then reboot system Reconnect hard disk CD ROM diskette drives Press Fn F5 LCD CRT Both display switching System board System board Ensure the Parallel Port in the Onboard Devices Configuration of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled Onboard Devices Configuration Run printer self test Printer driver Printer cable Printer System Board Ensure the Serial Port in the Devices Configuration of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled Device driver Device cable Device System board Reconnect the keyboard cable Keyboard System board Reconnect touchpad cable Touchpad board System board Modem phone port modem combo board System board NOTE If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains see Undetermined Problems on page 88 Chapter 4 Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can b
17. the 7 and keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the key The Set Supervisor Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2 Type password in the Enter New Password field The password length can not exceed 8 alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 not case sensitive Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field IMPORTANT Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen 3 Press After setting the password the computer sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Set 4 lf desired you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter 5 When you are done press to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 2 45 Removing Password Follow these steps 1 Use the 7 and keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the key The Set Supervisor Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter current password Enter New Password Contirm New Password Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Press twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Clear 4 When you have changed the settings press fq to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Changing a Password 1 Use
18. the problem does not recur reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU iV eS um If the problem remains replace the following FRU one at a time Do not replace a non defective FRU System board LCD assembly Chapter 4 Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter 5 Top View O a A CO N Chapter 5 JP1 JP3 JP34 JP4 05 JP6 JP5 JP2 A LCD Connector Speaker Left Connector Speaker Right Connector Internal MIC Connector South Bridge ICH8M Internal Track Pad Connector Internal Keyboard Connector Mainboard to Button Board Connector 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 JP36 U12 JP9 LED1 LED2 JP13 JP11 JP12 T Mainboard to LED Board Connector PCI Express Card Socket Power Suspend LED Battery Charge Discharge LED Mainboard to Audio Board Connector Mainboard to USB Board Connector Bluetooth Module Connector 89 Bottom View 90 N gt 12 13 PJP1 PJP2 JP14 JP15 JP25 JP20 JP19 JP17 JP22 JP16 JP19 JP18 JP23 eor Te Oe 1 DC in Power Jack Battery Connector CRT Connector DVI D Connector ODD Connector Mini Card WLAN Socket Mini Card TV Tuner Socket MDC Connector CPU Socket Internal Fan Connector VGA Board Connector RJ45 LAN Connector USB Dual Connectors 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 2
19. 28 1 304 1x228 1 304 1x228 1 1440x900 WXGA Display resolution pixels 1440x900 1440x900 1440x900 WXGA WXGA WXGA Pixel Pitch 0 297x0 297 0 099x0 297 0 297x0 297 Pixel Arrangement R G B Vertical R G B Vertical R G B Vertical R G B Vertical Stripe Stripe Stripe Stripe Chapter 1 35 17 Display Mode E White White White White Typical White Luminance cd m also called ene Contrast Ratio Response Time Optical Rise Time Fall Time msec Physical Size mm EE 3x242 0x6 E 7 3x242 0x5 Ex 7 3 242 0 6 Ex 3x242 0x6 Electrical Interface 1 channel LVDS 1 channel LVDS 1 channel LVDS 1 1 channel LVDS LVDS Support Color 262K colors 262 144 262 144 144 RGB 6 bit data driver Viewing Angle degree Horizontal Right Left 45 45 40 40 40 40 Vertical Upper Lower 15 35 20 40 20 40 Temperature Range C 0 to 50 0 to 50 0 to 50 0 to 50 20 to 60 25 to 60 20 to 60 20 to 60 Operating Storage shipping LCD Inverter Vendor amp model name Darfon V189 301GP Brightness conditions N A Input current mA 2 56 max Output voltage V rms 780V 2000 for kick off Output current mA rms 6 5 max Output voltage frequency k Hz 65K Hz max AC Adapter Input rating 90V AC to 264V AC 47Hz to 63Hz Inrush current 220A 115VAC 220A 230VAC Efficiency 82 min 115VAC input full load System Power Management Mech Off G
20. 3 All devices in the system are turned off completely Soft Off G2 S5 OS initiated shutdown All devices in the system are turned off completely Chapter 1 System Power Management Working 50 50 Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state Suspend to RAM S3 CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD ROM Power Down Super Low Power mode Save to Disk S4 Also called Hibernation Mode System saves all system states and data onto the disc prior to power off the whole system Chapter 1 37 38 Chapter 1 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Basic Input Output System Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run Setup Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises To activate the BIOS Utility press during POST when Press lt F2 gt to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen Press to enter setup The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to disabled If you want to change boot device without entering BIOS Setup Utility please set the parameter to enabled Press F12 during POST to enter multi boot menu In this menu user can c
21. 4 25 29 JP24 TV out Connector JP26 IEEE1394 Connector JP27 SATA HDD Connector U23 North Bridge 965PM 965GM U28 U29 Volume Control JP28 DDRII Memory Socket JP29 DDRII Memory Socket JP31 Headphone SPDIF Jack JP32 Mic in Jack U33 Audio Codec Controller JP33 Line in Jack Chapter 5 FRU Field Replaceable Unit List This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of Aspire Poyang Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA Return Merchandise Authorization Please note that WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS you should check the most up to date information available on your regional web or channel For whatever reasons a part number change is made it will not be noted on the printed Service Guide For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code from those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide You MUST use the local FRU list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines NOTE To scrap or to return the defective parts you should follow the local government ordinance or regulations on how to dispose it properly or follow the rules set by your regional Acer office on how to return it Chapter 6 91 Aspire Poyang Exploded Diagram ADAPTER ADAPTER 90W 3PIN DELTA ADP 90SB 09001 003 BBAC ADAPTER 90W 3PIN DELTA ADP 90SB 09001 013 BBE
22. 60 AHJ02 002 94 Chapter 6 THERMAL DOOR 17 DIS 42 2 001 CPU PROCESSOR INTEL CPU MEROM DUAL CORE T7700 2 4G LF80537GG0564M SLA43 E1 UFCPGA KC 77001 DTP INTEL CPU MEROM DUAL CORE T7500 2 2G LF80537GG0494M SLA44 E1 UFCPGA INTEL CPU MEROM DUAL CORE T7300 2 0G LF80537GG0414M SLA45 E1 UFCPGA478P INTEL CPU MEROM DUAL CORE T7100 1 8G LF80537GG0332M SLA4A MO UFCPGA INTEL CPU MEROM DUAL CORE 15450 1 66 IC LF80537GF0282M QWNW PGA 478P KC 75001 DTP KC 73001 DTP KC 71001 DTP KC 54501 DTP COMBO MODULE DVD CDRW 24X COMBO MODULE DVD CDRW COMBP DRIVE SONY KO 0240E 005 CRX880A VISTA OFA ODD BEZEL COMBO 42 02 003 ODD BRACKET 17 33 AHJ02 001 DVD SUPER MULTI MODULE TRAY IN DVD CDRW DRIVE HLDS 02400 005 GCC T10N VISTA OFA DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE PIONEER 00805 038 DVR K17RS OFA DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE KU 00807 055 PANASONIC UJ 850UAA1 A VISTA Chapter 6 DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE PHILIPS KU 00809 010 DS 8A1P OFA DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE HLDS GSA KU 0080D 027 T20N OFA DVD SUPER MULTI DRIVE SONY AD KU 0080E 002 7530A OFA ODD BEZEL SUPER MULTI 42 AHE02 004 ODD BRACKET 17 33 AHJ02 001 HD DVD MODULE 6M AHJ02 004 HD DVD DRIVE TOSHIBA 5 1802 KV 00101 002 VISTA OFA 5 ODD BEZEL HD DVD 42 AHE02 005 s s HDD HARD DISK DRIVE HDD SATA 80G 5400RPM HGST HTS541680J9SA00 SURUGA B LF F W C70P
23. 7 55 AHJ02 001 AUDIO BOARD 17 55 2 002 LED BOARD W CABLE 17 55 2 003 USB BOARD FOR TV 17 55 2 004 USB BOARD FOR W O TV 55 2 005 RF BOARD FOR DTV 55 2 006 ODD BOARD 17 55 2 007 17 55 2 008 VG 71M02 002 VGA BOARD M71M 128MB VGA BOARD M71M 256MB W HDCP VG 71M02 001 RJ11 CABLE 17 50 AHJ02 001 FFC CABLE T P TO MB 50 AHJ02 002 Chapter 6 AUDIO CABLE 17 50 2 004 USB CABLE 17 50 2 005 _ RF CABLE 17 50 2 006 T PINMINDINSNIDEOTO4 CABLE STA DC IN CABLE 90W UMA DIS 50 AHH02 001 POWERCORDUSSPIN POWERCORDEUSPN TTAWSO O POWERCORDAUSSPIN 1 5003 POWERCORDUK3PIN 2 TAVV5 004 22 POWERCORDSWISS3PIN 27 TAVv5 006 POWERCORDITALIANSPIN 27 TAVV5 007 40 POWERCORDJPSPIN 5009 POWER CORD SOUTH AFRICA 27 5 010 4200 POWERCORDISRAELSPIN 27 TAVV5 012 POWERCORDINDASPIN 27 TAVV5 013 2 CASE COVER BRACKET ASSEMBLY MIDDLE COVER 17 UPPER CASE ASSY 17 W TP TP BRACKET TP FFC LOWER CASE ASSY UMA W O TV 17 60 2 003 LOWER CASE ASSY DIS W O TV 17 60 AHK02 002 THERMAL DOOR 17 UMA 42 AHJ02 002 LOWER CASE ASSY UMA W TV 17
24. 7 Using the System Utilities NOTE The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only Acer GridVista dual display com patible NOTE This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook first ensure that the second monitor is connected then select Start Control Panel Display and click on Settings Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arangement of your monitors Display 2 Multiple Monitors XXX Screen resolution Color quality Less 2 Highest 32 bit 1280 by 1024 pixels ii nin Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen To access this function please go to Start gt All Programs and click on Acer GridVista You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below ee Double vertical Triple primary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently Acer Gridvista i
25. A ADAPTER 90W 3PIN LITEON PA 1900 AP 09003 006 24AR ADAPTER 90W 3PIN LITEON PA 1900 AP 09003 011 04 LR BATTERY LI ION 6CELLS 4KMAH BT 00605 015 PANASONIC PA 352 4 0AH 7 01K BATTERY LI ION 6CELLS 4KMAH BT 00603 033 SANYO 5 382P 4 7 01K BATTERY LI ION 6CELLS 4KMAH BT 00607 010 SIMPLO SP PA 382P 4 0AH 7 01K OFA BATTERY BATTERY LI ION 6CELLS 4KMAH BT 00604 018 SONY SY 3 2 4 0AH 7 01K OFA BATTERY LI ION 8CELLS 4 8MAH BT 00805 011 PANASONIC PA 4 2 4 8AH 7 01K OFA BATTERY LI ION 8CELLS 4 8MAH BT 00803 024 SANYO SA 452 4 8AH 7 01K OFA BATTERY LI ION 8CELLS 4 8MAH BT 00807 014 SIMPLO SP PA 482P 4 8AH 7 01K OFA BATTERY LI ION 8CELLS 4 8MAH BT 00804 020 SONY SY 452 4 8AH 7 01K OFA MODEM BOARD FX 22500 009 BLUETOOTH BOARD BOARD MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 B G KI GLN01 005 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 A B G KI GLNO1 001 MOW1 MM 872612 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 A B G KI GLNO1 002 MOW2 MM 872612 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 A B G KI GLNO1 003 ROW 8 72612 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 KI GLNO1 004 MM 875652 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 4965ANG _ KI KDNO1 001 1 MM 886224 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 4965ANG 1 002 MOW2 MM 886220 O1 TI NO e O 92 Chapter 6 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 4965ANG 1 003 ROW 886434 MINI WLAN B INTEL 802 11 4965ANG KI KDNO1 004 JP MM 886437 BUTTON BOARD W CABLE 1
26. Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external device or project using the hot key Fn F5 If auto detection hardware is implemented in the system your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system Chapter 1 21 Notebook LCD only Projection AGA 1024 x 768 pixels Projection Normal 800 x 600 pixels Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption This encryption will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your won file specific password when encrypting a file NOTE The password used encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file If you lose both passwords there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file Be sure to safeguard all related passwords 22 Chapter 1 b Acer eDataSecurity Management Initialize Supervisor Password T
27. Aspire 7520 7520G 7220 7220G Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the AIPG CSD web for more information please refer to http csd acer com tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire Poyang service guide Copyright Copyright 2007 by Acer Incorporated All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Disclaimer The information in this guide is subject to change without notice Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following 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 the software Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporat
28. Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board Chapter 4 Error Message List No beep power on indicator turns off and LCD is blank No beep power on indicator turns on and LCD is blank No beep power on indicator turns on and LCD is blank But you can see POST on an external CRT No beep power on indicator turns on and a blinking cursor shown on LCD during POST No beep during POST but system runs correctly Chapter 4 Power source battery pack and power adapter See Power System Check on page 73 Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly Reconnect the DIMM LED board System board Power source battery pack and power adapter See Power System Check on page 73 Reconnect the LCD connector Hard disk drive LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD Inverter LCD System board Reconnect the LCD connectors LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly System board Speaker System board 19 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 80 2 2 Tisai Nor askable erupt MD OO _ Fitz eset wh ine POST values OOo i V0 component jp ni tabu ES 11h Load alternate registers with initial POST values aid Resies CPU een wer rn warm Book ie Ps Mastering devices Du 0 C Hm Ew
29. ERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology Core logic Intel 965PM 965GM ICH8M north bridge south bridge Q Upto 2GB of DDR2 533 677 MHz memory upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support Display and graphics Q 17 WXGA high brightness Acer CrystalBrite V TFT LCD 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution 6 lamps 16 ms typical of off and 8 ms average gray to gray response time Q Simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer Vista supported Supporting NVIDIA PureVideo technology WMV HD High Definition MPEG 2 Hardware Acceleration integrated HDTV encoder dual link DVI Microsoft DirectX 9 0 Shader Model 3 0 OpenEXR High Dynamic Range HDR technology NVIDIA PowerMizer 6 0 and PCI Express Dual independent display QO 16 2 million colors G MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability X S video TV out NTSC PAL support Q A Acer Arcade featuring Acer CinemaVision M and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio Intel High Definition audio support Two built in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers 1W Chapter 1 1 Dolby Digital Live and DTS Neo PC support Sound Blaster Pro and MS Sound compatible Built in microphone Storage subsystem Input devices q Two 80 100 120 160 200 Serial ATA hard disk drives supporting software RAID 0 1 Optical drive options DVD Super Multi double layer drive slot load
30. Q10 IRQ11 Built in ICH8M 2 0 USB 1 1 and USB 2 0 Host controller One on the left side three on the rear side Enable Disable by BIOS Setup TI PCI 7412 Type ll One type ll Left side No ZV support Yes Intel 965PM 965GM ICH8M Broadcom 5787 Built in ICH8M NS 87383 Foxconn Delphi AM3 3 3v Foxconn Delphi 3 3v Chapter 1 System Board Major Chips Bluetooth Foxconn Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Wireless LAN Foxconn Atheros XB63 minicard b g Fox BRM 4311 Minicard BG PCMCIA TI PCI 7412 Keyboard Keyboard controller KBC1122 Total number of keypads 88 89 key Windows logo key Yes Internal amp external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly Yes simultaneously Battery Vendor amp model name BATTERY PANASONIC LI ION 6CELLS BATTERY SANYO LI ION 6CELLS BATTERY SIMPLO LI ION 6CELLS BATTERY SONY LI ION 6CELLS BATTERY PANASONIC LI ION 8CELLS BATTERY SANYO LI ION 8CELLS BATTERY SIMPLO LI ION 8CELLS BATTERY SONY LI ION 8CELLS Pack capacity 4000 mAH or 4800 mAH Number of battery cell 6 cell or 8cell Package configuration 9 cells in series 2 series in parallel Normal voltage 14 8V Charge voltage 16 8 0 2v LCD 17 inch Vendor amp model name LCD 17 WXGA LCD 17 WXGA LCD 17 WXGA LCD 17 WXGA GLARE AUO GLARE CMO GLARE LPL GLARE B170PW03 V4 N170C2 L02 LP171WP4 SAMSUNG 200nits 16ms 10ms 200nits TLB1 16ms LTN170X2 L02 200nits H 16ms 200nits PMMA Active Area mm 304 1x2
31. ROM Test 3 Follow the instructions in the message window If an error occurs reconnect the connector on the System board If the error still remains 1 Reconnect the external diskette drive CD ROM module 2 Replace the external diskette drive CD ROM module 3 Replace the main board Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 72 Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested If the internal keyboard does not work an unexpected character appears make sure that the flexible cable extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board If the keyboard cable connection is correct run the Keyboard Test If the tests detect a keyboard problem do the following one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRU 1 Reconnect the keyboard cables 2 Replace the keyboard 3 Replace the main board The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer Q Numeric keypad External keyboard Chapter 4 any of these devices not work reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations show error messages on the screen or hang the system 1 2 3 4 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program please refer to main board Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items Press F2 in the test items Follow the instructions
32. ResstProgammable eruptione _ m _ 2 _ 2 Amp 2 2 aon rat ares DT NN 1 3 4 3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus 2a Enable cache before system BIOS shadow 1 4 1 1 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of memory bus O o i Proen pa Marr O OO m O E _ lodstematereiterswih CMOS values an 4 o gt gt AJA 5 cO 5 A UJ 5 OQ 5555555 UJ 5 oCh O O N O 555 66h 67h 68h 69h Ah 6Bh 6Ch 6Eh o 70h 72h 76h 7Eh 80h 81h 82h 83h 84h 85h 86h 87h N 88h 89h 8Ah 8Bh Chapter 4 2 1 2 3 2 2 3 1 Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start optional Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set key click if enabled Test for unexpected interrupts Initialize POST display service Display prompt Press F2 to enter SETUP Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines
33. Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot system System board 77 78 Error Message List Real time clock error RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot system System board Previous boot incomplete Default configuration Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility used RTC battery System board Memory size found by POST differed from Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility CMOS DIMM System board Diskette drive A error Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility oee External Diskette Drive Check on page 72 Incorrect Drive A type run SETUP Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility System cache error Cache disabled System board CPU ID System board DMA Test Failed DIMM System board Software NMI Failed DIMM System board Fail Safe Timer NMI Failed DIMM Device Address Conflict Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility RTC battery System board Allocation Error for device Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility RTC battery System board Failing Bits nnnn DIMM BIOS ROM System board Invalid System Configuration Data BIOS ROM System board I O device IRQ conflict Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility RTC battery System board Operating system not found Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A are properly identified
34. YBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 167 CANADIAN FRENCH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE KB INTOO 166 TRADITIONAL CHINESE KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE 00 165 CZECH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 164 DANISH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 163 DUTCH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE 00 161 FRENCH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 160 GERMAN KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE KB INTOO 159 GREEK KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 158 HUNGARIAN KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 155 ITALIAN KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE 00 154 KOREAN KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 152 NORWEGIAN KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 150 PORTUGUESE KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE KB INTOO 149 RUSSIAN KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 148 SLO CRO KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE 147 SLOVAK KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE 00 145 SPANISH Chapter 6 97 KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE 00 143 SWISS G KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE KB INTOO 142 THAILAND KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE 00 141 TURKISH KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 106KS WHITE KB INTOO 140 U KEYBOARD 17KB FV2 105KS WHITE KB INTOO 139 US INTERNATIONAL HEBREW KEYBOARD 17 JP TBD LCD ASSY LCD MODULE 17 IN WXGA GLARE W ANTENNA CCD 6M AHJ02 001 LCD 17 WXGA GLARE AUO B170PWO3 LK 17105 005 V4 200nits 16ms LCD 17 WXGA
35. b camera for video communication Power button Turns the computer on and off 3 Wireless communication Enables disables the wireless function button indicator Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication 4 Easy launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs Bluetooth Enables disables the Bluetooth function 3 communication Indicates the status of Bluetooth indicator communication Se Keyboard Keyboard Forentering data into your computer For entering data into your computer data into your computer Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse Scroll button Press up down left and right to scroll around the screen Chapter 1 Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s functions and components i gg buttons left and The left and right buttons function like the Lom left and right mouse buttons Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording microphone for sound Internal microphone for sound recording Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output Empowering button Launches the Empowering Technology toolbar 14 Speaker Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 15 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer Closed Front View 12345 Power indicator Indicates the comp
36. covery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system s HDD User created backups are stored D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Password protection Recovery of applications and drivers Image data backup X Backup to HDD set recovery point Backup to CD DVD Image data recovery tools Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults Recover from the HDD most recent user defined recovery point E Recover from CD DVD Backup Points Size Type For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management NOTE If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please use Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disk feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management detach all peripherals except the external Acer ODD if your computer has one including your Acer ezDock Chapter 1 25 Acer eSettings Management bod Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status Furthermore Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system so your computer runs faster smoother and better Acer eSettings Management also Q Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating Displays general system statu
37. creen is disabled or enabled Enabled Customer Logo is displayed and Summary Screen is disabled Disabled Customer Logo is not displayed and Summary Screen is enabled Network Boot Enables disables the system boot from LAN Option Enabled or Disabled remote server F12 Boot Menu Enables disables Boot Menu during POST Option Disabled or Enabled D2D Recovery Enables disables 020 Recovery function The Option Enabled or Disabled function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to factory defaults Wake up on LAN Enables disables remote wakeup power on via Option Disabled or Enabled LAN NOTE The sub items under each device will not be shown if the device control is set to disable or auto This is because the user is not allowed to control the settings in these cases Chapter 2 43 Security 44 The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use Information Main Security Advanced Boot Exit Specific Help Supervisor Password Is User Password Is Install or Change the HDD Password password Set User Password Set HDD Password Password on Boot Enabled Chapter 2 The table below describes the parameters this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor pass
38. d the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time This self acting pointer movement can occur when a slight steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer This symptom is not a hardware problem No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time Chapter 4 75 Power On Self Test POST Error Message 76 POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes most likely cause is listed first NOTE Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU Action column if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem put the original part back in the computer Do not replace a non defective FRU This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer If the symptom is not listed see Undetermined Problems on page 88 The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on the screen and the error symptoms classified by function NOTE Most of the error messages occur during POST Some of them display information about a hardware device e g the amount of memory installed Others may indicate a problem with a device such as the way it has been configured NOTE If the system fails after you make changes in the BIOS Setup Utility menus reset the computer enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error Chapter 4 Index of Error Messages Error Code List lt No er
39. e Battery Pack on page 75 74 Chapter 4 Check the Battery Pack To check the battery pack do the following From Software 1 Check out the Power Management in Control Panel 2 Power Meter confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct 3 Repeat the steps 1 and 2 for both battery and adapter 4 This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging From Hardware 1 Power off the computer 2 Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1 and 6 ground See the following figure 3 If the voltage is still less than 7 5 Vdc after recharging replace the battery To check the battery charge operation use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50 of the total power remaining when installed in the computer If the battery status indicator does not light up remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature Re install the battery pack If the charge indicator still does not light up replace the battery pack If the charge indicator still does not light up replace the DC DC charger board Touchpad Check If the touchpad doesn t work do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem Do not replace a non defective FRU 1 Reconnect the touchpad cables 2 Replace the touchpad 3 Replace the system board After you use the touchpa
40. e caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect such as cosmic radiation electrostatic discharge or software errors FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists When analyzing an intermittent problem do the following 1 Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times 2 is detected do not replace any FRU 3 If any error is detected replace the FRU Rerun the test to verify that there no more errors Chapter 4 87 Undetermined Problems 88 The diagnostic problems does not identify which adapter or device failed which installed devices are incorrect whether a short circuit is suspected or whether the system is inoperative Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU do not isolate non defective FRU NOTE Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer NOTE Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly See Power System Check on page 73 1 Power off the computer 2 Visually check them for damage If any problems are found replace the FRU 3 Remove or disconnect all of the following devices G Non Acer devices Printer mouse and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD ROM Diskette drive Module Qj PC Cards Power on the computer E D cd Lt Determine if the problem has changed If
41. e subwoofer to the lower case 21 Remove the subwoofer from the lower case as shown Chapter 3 Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly 1 Turn the upper case over 2 Remove the two screws fastening the button board 3 Detach the button board with FFC from the upper case as shown 4 Remove the two screws fastening the LED board 5 Detach the LED board with FFC from the upper case as shown 6 Remove the four screws fastening the speakers 7 Remove the speakers from the upper case as shown Chapter 3 67 Disassembling the LCD Module 1 Remove the four screw rubbers as shown 2 Then remove the four screws fastening the LCD bezel 3 Detach the LCD bezel from the LCD module carefully Remove the two screws holding the LCD and the one screw holding the inverter board to the LCD panel Detach the two inverter cable connectors from the inverter board Detach the CCD cable connector from the CCD board Remove the two screws fastening the CCD module to the LCD panel and remove the CCD module Remove the two screws fastening the CCD board to the CCD bracket Lift out the LCD from the LCD panel as shown 68 Chapter 3 10 Remove the four screws fastening the left LCD bracket and detach it 11 Remove the four screws fastening the right LCD bracket and detach it 12 Disconnect the LCD cable from the rear side of the LCD Chapter 3 69 Disassembling the External Modules Disassembl
42. e upper center of the keyboard NOTE This function varies by the operating system version Chapter 1 17 Acer Empowering Technology Acer s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook It features the following handy utilities Acer eNet Management hooks up to location based networks intelligently Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space memory and registry settings 006660006 For more information press the lt e key to launch the Empowering Technology toolbar then click on the appropriate utility and select the Help or Tutorial function Em powering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management you must initialize the Empowering Technology password Right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select Password Setup to do so If you do not initialize the Empower
43. er from unauthorized use Information Main Security Advanced Boot Item Specific Help Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaul Exit System Setup and 5 eee save your changes to Discard Changes ae Save Changes The table below describes the parameters in this screen Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS Exit Discarding Changes Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS Load Setup Defaults Load default values for all SETUP item Discard Changes Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items Save Changes Save Setup Data to CMOS Chapter 2 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions OO New versions of system programs New features or options J Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM NOTE If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility NOTE Do not install memory related drivers XMS EMS DPMI when you use the Phlash NOTE Please use the AC adapter power supply when you run the Phlash utility If the battery pack does not contain enough power to finish BIOS flash you may not boot the system because the BIOS is not completely loaded Follow the steps below to run the Phlash 1 Prepare a bootable diskette 2 Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette 3 The
44. ews from inside the battery compartment and the two screws fastening the LCD module Detach the strip cover from the front side and remove it Gently pull up the keyboard to release it from the four snaps as shown 5 Turn over the keyboard as the image shows Then disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board 6 Remove the keyboard from the main unit 7 Disconnect the LCD cable and microphone cable from the main board Then pull out the wireless LAN antennas free from the main unit as shown 8 Remove the four screws securing the hinges Chapter 3 61 62 9 Detach the LCD module from the main unit Chapter 3 Disassembling the Unit Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly 1 Remove the screw fastening the ODD from the bottom of the notebook 2 Push the ODD module outwards and gently pull it out as shown 3 Press and release the PC dummy card from the PC slot as shown 4 Then press the release the memory dummy from the 5 1 card reader slot as shown ER 5 Remove the nine screws fastening the upper case and the lower case assembly on the bottom 6 Remove the eight screws fastening the upper case assembly and the lower case assembly on the front side Chapter 3 63 7 Disconnect the touchpad speaker cables button board and LED board from the board 8 Carefully detach the upper case asse
45. hange boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility Information Security Advanced Boot Exit CPU Intel R Core TM 2 Duo CPU T7300 CPU Speed 2 00 GHz HDD Model Name ST980811AS HDD Serial Number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX HDD Model Name ST980811AS HDD Serial Number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ATAPI Model Name TOSHIBA DVDW HD TS L802A ATAPI Serial Number System BIOS Version 0 18 104 VGA BIOS Version serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name Acer UUID Chapter 2 39 Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options Info Main System Devices Security Boot and Exit 40 Follow these instructions Lp To choose a menu use the cursor left right keys 9 To choose a parameter use the cursor up down keys 3 To change the value of a parameter press A plus sign indicates the item has sub items Press to expand this item Press while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu In any menu you can load default settings by pressing You can also press to save any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility NOTE You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen Help for pa
46. he Supervisor Password serves two purposes 1 To grant access to the Personal Secure Disk 2 Ta provide you with a last resort to decrypt any files previously encrypted Flease record and keep itin a secure place and never disclose it to anyone else Fingerprint profile is not initialized yet Password replacement by Fingerprint disabled Initialize Supervisor Password Enter Supervisor Password xxx Confirm password Acer eDataSecurity Management E dmm File Encryption Enter a password 4 to 12 characters Confirm password Fingerprint profile is not initialized yet Password replacement by Fingerprint disabled 77 Acer eDataSecurity Management File Decryption Password Files already encrypted will not be encrypted again Open the file after decryption You should only open a file that is from a safe and reliable source Fingerprint profile is not initialized yet Password replacement by Fingerprint disabled Warning about Desktop Search Tools Powered by you forget the password you use the Supervisor Password instead Warning about Desktop Search Tools Powered by NN Chapter 1 23 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows yo
47. he keyboard then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order D 5 F 1 F 1 F 2 B 1 D 1 F 1 C 2 LCD hinges to logic D 2 LCD hinges to logic 2 on bottom side C 8 upper case assembly to lower case assembly on bottom side C 2 upper case assembly to lower case assembly on upper side Chapter 3 55 56 G 1 for 15 G 2 for 15 4 G 2 for 15 4 Screw List A Ce _ screw veson 779 SCREWM2S IB NL 1 F 8 4 on left 4 on right Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1 Unlock the battery lock move the battery lock to the unlock position as shown 2 Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery Chapter 3 5 Removing the HDD Module Memory Wireless LAN Card Modem Card TV Tuner Card System Fan Thermal Modules VGA Board CPU Keyboard and the LCD Module Removing the HDD Module 1 Remove the two screws fastening the HDD cover 2 Detach the HDD cover from the main unit 3 Remove the screw fastening the HDD module 4 Pull the tab to remove the HDD module in the direction of the arrow Removing the Memory 1 Remove the four screws holding the thermal cover 2 Detach the thermal cover from the main unit 3 Pop out the memory from the DIMM socket then remove it If the notebook has two memory
48. ing Technology password you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time Acer eNet Management 18 Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect both wired and wireless networks variety of locations To access this utility either click on the Acer eNet Management icon on your notebook or start the program from the Start menu You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location while offering you the freedom to manually adjust the settings to match your needs Chapter 1 Current Profile WLAN Connected wi FiinRange 2 Wi Fi Network s Wi Fi Network HG2414 Connection Speed 11 Mbps LAN Disconnected Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another Settings stored include network connection settings IP and DNS settings wireless AP details etc as well as default printer settings Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information Chapter 1 19 Management Profile Manager Acer ePower Management i i Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user
49. ing the HDD Module 1 2 3 4 Turn over the HDD module and remove the three screws fastening the HDD board Remove the HDD board Turn over the HDD module and remove the eight screws fastening the HDD bracket Remove the Disassembling the ODD Module 70 1 2 Remove the three screws holding the optical bracket Then remove the optical bracket from the optical disk drive Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems NOTE The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products Non Acer products prototype cards or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses 1 Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible 2 Verify the symptoms by attempting to re create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation 3 Usethe following table with the verified symptom to determine which page to go to Power failure The power indicator does not go Power System Check on page 73 on or stay on POST does not complete No beep or error Power On Self Test POST Error Message on codes are indicated page 76 Undetermined Problems on page 88 POST detects an error and displayed messages Message List on page 77 On screen Other symptoms i e LCD display problems or Power On Self Test POST Error Message on others page 76 Symptoms cannot be re created intermittent Use the c
50. interface To launch it select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface AC Mode Adapter mode The default setting is Maximum Performance You can adjust CPU speed LCD brightness and other settings or click on buttons to turn the following functions on off Wireless LAN Bluetooth CardBus FireWire 1394 Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported DC Mode Battery mode There are three pre defined profiles Balanced Power Saver and High Performance You can also define the power plan optimized for your needs To create new power plan 1 ue 20 Select a predefined power plan and click the T icon shown on the lower left hand side Enter the name for the newly created power plan Select one of the predefined power plan that is closest to what you want Change the display and sleep settings as desired Click OK to apply the setting A new power plan is created Chapter 1 Battery status For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the time shown in the Remaining Battery Life field Power Plan Remaining Battery Life On Battery Plugged In CPU speed LCD brightness Turn off the display Put the computer to sleep Hardware Kj Wireless LAN CardBus Wired LAN 1 Firewire 1394 Q Bluetooth For additional power options click More Power option Acer ePresentation Management
51. ion Pentium and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation Other brand and product names are trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective holders Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual SCREEN MESSAGES Denotes actual messages that appear on screen NOTE Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic WARNING Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions CAUTION Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems IMPORTANT Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures Before using this information and the product it supports please read the following general information 1 This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer s global product offering To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine e g add on card modem or extra memory capability These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide In such cases please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel channel to provide you with further technical details Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS that you should check the most up to date information available
52. mbly from the lower case assembly Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly 1 Disconnect the USB cable from the main board 2 Remove the screw fastening the USB board and take out the board and its cable from the lower case 3 Then detach the USB cable from the USB board 4 Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the main board 5 Take out the Bluetooth module and its cable from the lower case as shown 6 Then detach the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth module Pull the RF cable through the opening in the lower case as shown Remove the screw holding the RF board to the lower case Take out the RF board from the lower case then detach the RF cable from the RF board as shown 10 Remove the RJ 11 jack from the lower case 64 Chapter 3 NOTE RF board selected models only 11 Remove the four screws fastening the ODD board to the lower case 12 Remove the ODD board from the lower case 13 Remove the two screws fastening the audio board to the lower case 14 Disconnect the audio board cable from the motherboard 15 Disconnect the subwoofer cable from the audio board 16 Remove the audio board from the lower case unit 17 Remove the screw fastening the main board to the lower case 18 Detach the main board from the lower case as shown 19 Turn the main board over then remove the DC in connector from the board as shown Chapter 3 65 66 20 Remove the three screws fastening th
53. n boot the system from the bootable diskette The flash utility has auto execution function Chapter 2 51 52 2 Machine Disassembly Replacement This chapter contains step by step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting To disassemble the computer you need the following tools L Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Small Philips screw driver Philips screwdriver Plastic flat head screw driver Tweezers NOTE The screws for the different components vary in size During the disassembly process group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components When you remove the stripe cover please be careful not to scrape the cover Chapter 3 53 General Information Before You Begin Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure make sure that you do the following 1 off the power to the system and all peripherals 2 Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system 3 Remove the battery pack 54 3 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing For example if you want to remove the system board you must first remove t
54. n jack for AC adapter Chapter 1 Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 209 to 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 Non operating 20 80 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram Fan Control Intel Merom Processor Thermal Sensor Clock Generator gt uPGA 478 Package ADMI032 ICS9LPRS365 Socket P page 4 8 6 FSB a ERA m HAUS 667 800MHz m 772 Intel Crestline Memory BUS DDRII uFCBGA 1299 1 8V DORM 533 667 page 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 VGA B Bluetooth CMOS nes Conn Camera PCI Express s 3 3V 24 576 HD Audio BGA 676 3 3V 100 New Card MINI Card x2 LAN GbE paqa 20 21 22 21 5474 Socket WLAN TV Tuner BCMS787M um CDROM MDC 1 5 HDA Codec gt EA wi 1 Conn ALC268 RSC page page 33 page 34 ES SATA HDD 194 Sini pago udio AMP pce LPCBUS page 35 Phone Jack x3 ENE KB926 pege 32 page page 33 30 mm s Em page 33 i EC BIOS DOD sc CRT sern page 37 USB port 4 6 pege 29 CIR Power Circuit DC DC AUDIO B Conn page 25 page 38 39 40 41 w Woofer ICK 70 42 43 44 45 2090 26 4 Chapter 1 Board Layout Top View 1 JP1 LCD Connector 9 JP36 Mainboard to LED Board Connector 2 JP3 Speaker Left Connector 10 U12 3 JP34 Speaker Right Connector 11 JP9 PCI Express Card Socket 4 4 Internal Connect
55. on your regional web or channel If for whatever reason a part number change is made it will not be noted in the printed Service Guide For ACER AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS your Acer office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide You MUST use the list provided by your regional Acer office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines VI System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of the computer s many features Operating system Genuine Windows Vista Capable Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic Home Premium Ultimate Business Edition Genuine Windows XP Home Professional Edition Service Pack 2 Genuine Windows XP Media Center Tablet Edition Genuine Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 NOTE Windows Vista Capable PCs come with Windows XP installed and can be upgraded to Windows Vista For more information on Windows Vista and how to upgrade go to Microsoft com windowsvista DUO DUO Platform and memory Q Intel Centrino Merom mobile technology featuring Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7300 T7500 T7700 4MB L2 cache 2 0 2 2 2 4 800 MHz FSB or higher Intel Core 2 Duo processor 5450 17 100 2MB L2 cache 1 66 1 8 667 800 MHz FSB or higher Intel 965PM 965GM Express chipset Integrated Intel PRO Wireless 4965ABGN network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g n Wi Fi C
56. or 12 LED1 Power Suspend LED 5 U5 South Bridge ICH8M 13 LED2 Battery Charge Discharge LED 6 JP6 Internal Track Pad Connector 14 JP13 Mainboard to Audio Board Connector 7 JP5 Internal Keyboard Connector 15 JP11 Mainboard to USB Board Connector 8 JP2 Mainboard to Button Board 16 JP12 Bluetooth Module Connector Connector Chapter 1 Bottom View N gt 12 13 PJP1 PJP2 JP14 JP15 JP25 JP20 JP19 JP17 JP22 JP16 JP19 JP18 JP23 eor Te Oe 1 DC in Power Jack Battery Connector CRT Connector DVI D Connector ODD Connector Mini Card WLAN Socket Mini Card TV Tuner Socket MDC Connector CPU Socket Internal Fan Connector VGA Board Connector RJ45 LAN Connector USB Dual Connectors 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 29 JP24 TV out Connector JP26 IEEE1394 Connector JP27 SATA HDD Connector U23 North Bridge 965PM 965GM U28 U29 Volume Control JP28 DDRII Memory Socket JP29 DDRII Memory Socket JP31 Headphone SPDIF Jack JP32 Mic in Jack U33 Audio Codec Controller JP33 Line in Jack Chapter 1 Your Acer Notebook Tour After knowing your computer features let us show you around your new Aspire computer Front View 11 f l 3 Me v B 28 E ih m SE o en ES 15 ON AG NO 1 Built in camera 0 3 megapixel we
57. processor T7300 T7500 T7700 4 L2 cache 2 0 2 2 2 4 800 MHz FSB or higher Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5450 T7100 2 L2 cache 1 66 1 8 667 800 MHz FSB or higher Intel 965 965 Express chipset ICH8M CPU package Intel socket 1466pin FCBGA CPU core voltage 0 944 1 3V CPU Fan True Value Table CPU Temperature Fan Speed Acoustic Level BA m e s BIOS Supported protocols ACPI 1 0b 2 0 3 0 PCI 2 2 System HDD Password Security Control INT 13h Extensions PnP BIOS 1 0a SMBIOS 2 4 Simple Boot Flag 1 0 Boot Block PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification USB1 1 2 0 IEEE 1394 1 0 USB 1394 CD ROM Boot Up support PC Card 95 PCMCIA 3 0 Compliant Device IrDA 1 0 Intel AC97 CNR Specification WIM 2 0 PXE Preboot Execution Environment BIS 1 0 Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface PC99a and Mobile PC2001 Compliant Intel Enhanced SpeedStep Technology BIOS password control Set by setup manual NOTE If you need to check PXE version press F2 to enter BIOS then enable boot from LAN function After that power off the system and remove the HDD Last reboot the laptop Then you will see PXE version displaying on the screen Second Level Cache Cache controller Built in CPU 1st level cache control Always enabled 2st level cache control Always enabled Cache scheme control Fixed in write back 30 Chapter 1 System Memory Memory controller Buil
58. rameters are found in the Item Specific Help part of the screen Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values Please note that system information is subject to different models Chapter 2 Information Information Main Security Advanced Boot Exit CPU Type CPU Speed HDD Model HDD Serial Number HDD Model Name HDD Serial Number ATAPI Model Name ATAPI Serial Number system BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name UUID Intel 2 Duo CPU 17300 2 00 GHz 51980811 5 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ST980811AS XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TOSHIBA DVDW HD TS L802A XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX V0 18 T04 ATI Acer X000000000000000000000000000000X NOTE The system information is subject to different models CPU Type CPU Speed HDD Model Name HDD Serial Number ATAPI Model Name ATAPI Serial Number System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name UUID Number Chapter 2 disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system This field displays the serial number of devices installed on secondary IDE master The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is presenting UUID 32bytes 41 Main 42 The Main screen displays a summar
59. ror code gt lt No error code gt Error Message List Failure Fixed Disk Stuck Key Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard locked Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS Run Setup Shadow RAM Failed at offset nnnn System RAM Failed at offset nnnn Extended RAM Failed at offset nnnn System battery is dead Replace and run Setup System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used System timer error Chapter 4 Equipment Configuration Error Causes 1 CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch 2 IDE Primary Channel Master Drive Error THe causes will be shown before Equipment Configuration Error Memory Error at R xxxxh W xxxxh Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOSCheksumEmo Checksum Error 22 disabled Incorrect password is specified Battery critical LOW In this situation BIOS will issue 4 short beeps then shut down system no message will show Thermal critical High In this situation BIOS will shut down system not show message Reconnect hard disk drive connector Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility Hard disk drive System board BIOS ROM System board DIMM System board DIMM System board Replace RTC battery and Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot system RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot system RTC battery Run BIOS Setup
60. s and advanced monitoring for power users Item Value Manufacturer Product Operating System Processor System Memory Hard Drive 1 CD DVD Drive 1 Video Total Available Graphics Audio Ethernet Card 1 Wireless LAN Card 1 Getting to know your Acer OrbiCam Acer inc Microsoft Windows Vista Business Intel R Care TM 2 Duo CPU T7300 1 Hitachi HT5541612J95400 ATA Device HL DT ST DVDRAM GSA T20N Mobile Intel R 965 Express Chipset Family 251 Realtek High Definition Audio Broadcom TM Gigabit Ethernet Intel R PROAVireless 3845ABG Network 8020851 1F 15007 11 8 01636 42243 FUIOSK02C017 10000052500 26 Chapter 1 T tem Rubber grip selected models only Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen OR Click Start gt All programs gt Acer gt Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears Changing the Acer OrbiCam resolution To change the capture resolution click the displayed resolution button to select the desired resolution Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any instant messenger IM application To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam open the IM service then select the video webcam feature You can now broadcast from your location to an IM partner anywhere in the world Chapter 1 2
61. s closed up Chapter 1 11 Lights up when the computer is Battery Lights up when the battery is being charged Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is active Lights when Num Lock is activated Lights when Cap Lock is activated NOTE 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode Easy Launch Buttons To the top of the keyboard there are four easy launch buttons Web browser mail arcade buttons and an Empowering Key Press run the Acer Empowering Technology Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser and mail buttons run the Launch Manager 12 Chapter 1 Acer Empowering Technology user programmable Internet browser user programmable Email application user programmable Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use the touchpad 12 4 Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor Press the 1 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button The center 3 button
62. s dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently AcerGridVista is simple to set up 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop 28 Chapter 1 NOTE Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value single verticals LH Triple primary at left FH primary at right Grid H Display 1 Display Options About Exil P mam LE 1 1 LI TH P TIU i 4 kl i iu Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons see their locations mentioned in Easy Launch Manager Betton Confiqursbon E Mail E Mail Manager Add Dee www E Imemat Browser 1 Launch Manager Launch Dele Launch Buttons You can access the Launch Manager by clicking Start All Programs Launch Manager to start the application Chapter 1 29 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor CPU type Intel Core 2 Duo
63. stem Reconnect the LCD connectors Keyboard if contrast and brightness function key doesn t work LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board Reconnect the LCD connector LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board LCD inverter ID LCD inverter LCD cable LCD System board Indicator incorrectly remains off or on but system the inverter board runs correctly Power Related Symptoms Power shuts down during operation The system doesn t power on The system doesn t power off Inverter board System board Power source battery pack and power adapter See Power System Check on page 73 Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive amp battery connection board System board Power source battery pack and power adapter See Power System Check on page 73 Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive amp battery connection board System board Power source battery pack and power adapter See Power System Check on page 73 Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds System board Chapter 4 Power Related Symptoms Battery can t be charged See Check the Battery Pack on page 75 Battery pack System board PCMCIA Related Symptoms System cannot detect the PC Card PCMCIA PCMCIA slot assembly System board PCMCIA slot pin is damaged PCMCIA slot assembly Memory Related Symptoms Memory count size appears differen
64. t from Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute Load Default Settings then actual size reboot system DIMM System board Speaker Related Symptoms In Windows multimedia programs no sound Audio driver comes from the computer Speaker System board Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound Speaker System board Power Management Related Symptoms The system will not enter hibernation See Save to Disk 54 page 45 Keyboard if control is from the keyboard Hard disk drive System board The system doesn t enter hibernation mode and Press Fn r4 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode four short beeps every minute Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board The system doesn t enter standby mode after See Save to Disk 54 page 45 closing the LCD LCD cover switch System board The system doesn t resume from hibernation Save to Disk 54 on page 45 mode Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board The system doesn t resume from standby mode 5 Save to Disk 54 on page 45 after opening the LCD LCD cover switch System board Chapter 4 85 86 Power Management Related Symptoms Battery fuel gauge in Windows doesn t go higher than 90 System hangs intermittently Peripheral Related Symptoms System configuration does not match the installed devices External display does not work correctly USB does
65. t in Intel 965PM 965PM Memory size OMB no on board memory Supports memory size per socket 2GB Supports maximum memory size 4GB by two 1024MB SO DIMM module Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications Memory Combinations Chapter 1 31 NOTE Above table lists some system memory configurations You combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations On above table the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed LAN Interface Chipset Broadcom 5787 Supports LAN protocol 10 100 1000 Ethernet Giga LAN LAN connector type RJ45 LAN connector location Left side Features Integrated 10 100 1000 BASE T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2 0 v2 2 Modem Interface Bluetooth Interface Chipset Foxconn Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Data throughput 723 bps full speed data rate Protocol Bluetooth 1 1 Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1 2 when SIG specification is ratified Interface USB 1 1 Wireless Module 802 11a b g n Hard Disk Drive Interface Vendor amp HGST HTS541680J9SA00 HGST HTS541612J9SA00 HGST HTS541616J9SA00 Toshiba MK2035GSS Model Name Seagate ST980811AS Seagate ST9120822AS Seagate ST9160821AS Toshiba MK8037GSX Toshiba MK1237GSX Toshiba MK1637GSX WD WD800BEVS WD WD1200BEVS WD WD1600BEVS 22RSTO 22RSTO 22RSTO Capacity MB 80000 120000 160000 200000
66. the 7 and gj keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the key The Set Supervisor Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter current password Enter New Password Confirm New Password Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Type a password in the Enter New Password field Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field 4 Press After setting the password the computer sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Set 5 If desired you can enable the Password on boot parameter 6 When you are done press fJ to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility If the verification is OK the screen will display as following setup Matice Changes have been sawed continue The password setting is complete after the user presses fr If the current password entered does not match the actual current password the screen will show you the Setup Warning 46 Chapter 2 setup Warning Invalid password Re enter Password continue If the new password and confirm new password strings do not match the screen will display the following message setup Warning Password do not match Re enter Password Chapter 2 47 Advanced 48 The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in BIOS Information Main Security Advanced Boot Exit Item Specific Help gt Platform Power Management These items control
67. to mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications Click twice quickly Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking the mouse button Drag Click and hold then Tap twice at the use finger on the same speed as touchpad to drag double clicking a the cursor mouse button rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access context Click once menu Scroll Click and hold to move up downl left right NOTE When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Chapter 1 13 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys one Windows key and twelve function keys Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off 14 sae Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num lock lt Fn gt lt F11 gt Scroll lock lt Fn
68. u to lock your removable data optical and floppy drives to ensure that data cannot be stolen while your notebook is unattended Removable data devices includes USB disk drives USB pen drives USB flash drives USB drives USB memory card readers IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system Optical drive devices includes any kind of CD ROM or DVD ROM drives Floppy disk drives 3 5 inch disks only Interfaces includes serial ports parallel port infrared and Bluetooth To activate Acer eLock Management a password must be set first Once set you can apply locks to any of the devices Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain locked after rebooting until unlocked NOTE If you lose your password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center Be sure to remember or write down your password Empowering Technology Acer eLock Management EL Removable Storage Devices C Optical Drive Devices E Floppy Drive Devices Removable Storage Devices e g USB flash iHDD 1394 HDD reader 24 Chapter 1 Acer Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer The Acer eRe
69. ustomer reported symptoms and go to problems Power On Self Test POST Error Message on page 76 Intermittent Problems on page 87 Undetermined Problems on page 88 Chapter 4 71 System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller driver or diskette A write enabled diagnostic diskette is required NOTE Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it Multiple labels can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail Do the following to select the test device 1 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 2 See if FDD Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test 3 Follow the instructions in the message window If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive reconnect the diskette connector on the system board If the error still remains 1 Reconnect the external diskette drive DVD ROM module 2 Replace the external diskette drive CD ROM module 3 Replace the main board External CD ROM Drive Check Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller drive or CD ROM Make sure that the CD ROM does not have any label attached to it The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail Do the following to select the test device 1 Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 2 See if CD ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD
70. uter s power status Battery indicator Indicates the computer s battery status Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman Microphone in jack Accepts input from external microphones Headphones speaker Connects to audio line out devices e g line out jack with S PDIF speakers headphones support LCD display latch Secures the LCD display in place when closed Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer and IR aware computer 8 Chapter 1 Left View Chapter 1 Kensington lock slot External display VGA port 2 USB 2 0 port S video TV out NTSC PAL port 4 pin IEEE 1394 port 5 in 1 card reader Express Card slot Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network for selected models Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Connects to a television or display device with S video input Connects to IEEE 1394 devices Accepts Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD Accepts an Express Card 54 module Note Express Cards are third generation of PC cards hot swapable and maller than previous PC Cards Designed for both desktop and mobile use Express Cards use either USB 2 0 or a single lane
71. word Clear or Set Shows the setting of the user password Clear or Set HDD Password Shows the setting of the hard disk password Clear or Set Set Supervisor Password Press Enter to set the supervisor password When set this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access The user can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of parameters Set User Password Press Enter to set the user password When user password is set this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access The user can enter Setup menu only and does not have right to change the value of parameters Set HDD Password Press Enter to set the hard disk password When set this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access The user can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of parameters Password on Boot Defines whether a password is required or not Disabled or Enabled while the events defined in this group happened The following sub options are all requires the Supervisor password for changes and should be grayed out if the user password was used to enter setup NOTE When you are prompted to enter a password you have three tries before the system halts Don t forget your password If you forget your password you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it Setting a Password Follow these steps as you set the supervisor user or hard disk password 1 Use
72. y of your computer hardware information and also includes basic setup parameters It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters sms WIDE MEE MENIRE ISTIS ms Dis ON RUN ADMONO TENER HI MOS SUNE Mes M MOUS SOE WU H VO H HN NOTE The screen above is for your reference only Actual values may differ Chapter 2 The table below describes the parameters this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings System Time Sets the system time The hours are displayed Format HH MM SS with 24 hour format hour minute second System Time System Date Sets the system date Format MM DD YYYY month day year System Date System Memory This field reports the memory size of the system Memory size 1 fixed to 640 Total Memory This field reports the total memory size in the system Video Memory Shows the Video memory size Quiet Boot Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or Option Enabled or Disabled not shows Summary S

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