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Aspire 8920 Series Service Guide

1. 5Ch O O O N O 555 66h 67h 68h 69h Ah 6Bh 6Ch 6Eh 70h 72h 76h C 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 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 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 d
2. a Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Acer eDataSecurity Management is an 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 data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook On first use the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you to create the Master Pas word You will use this password to access the Personal Secure Disk PSD The Master Password may also be used to encrypt decrypt files by default If you set a different password to encrypt a file but you forgot the encryption password you can use the Mater Password to decrypt the file Chapter 1 21 22 Acer eDataSecurity Management Create Master Password The Master Password serves two purposes my 1 To grant access to the Personal Secure Disk 2 provide you with a last resort to decrypt any files previously encrypted Please record and keep it secure place and never disclose it to anyone else Enter Master Password u LG Confirm password Password Rules T Acer eDataSecurity Management File Encryption Enter a 3 to 12 characters Confim pa ise rd 2 Acer eDataSecurity Management Chapter 1 Acer eRecovery Management
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4. 17 16 15 14 13 21 Bottom view CN501 Battery CNTR CN502 CPU Socket FAN Cable CNTR RJ45 VGA Port HDMI Port HDMI Port _ 8 514 USB Port 9 10 Jack502 MIC jack 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 00 4 O S 63 98 Chapter 5 FRU Field Replaceable Untt List This chapter gives you the FRU Field Replaceable Unit listing in global configurations of Aspire 8920 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 99 Aspire 8920 Exploded Diagram BOTTOM VIEW 1605480407101 FOAM DISPLAY REAR CR 4305 11 18 60548021580 GASKET BELOW FAN CONDUCTIVE
5. VOS Panase ma Gentes SUXOUOU KORRES 0760 scan Lepra pos RODEOS 3 Wa LO de iae po a L s W Removing the TV Tunder Card HDD module and System Fan 5 Disconnect the main and auxiliary antennae from the TV card 6 Loose two screws from the TV card 7 Remove the TV card from the machine 66 Chapter 3 Ty 19 9 mm 4 puoi e 555 9 Remove cable from the machine 10 Loose the FAN screw 11 Take out the system fan from the main unit as shown Removing the Thermal Modules and the CPU 12 Remove the two screws holding the finger heatsink 13 Detach the finger heatsink from the main board 14 Then take out the CPU heatsink from the main board 15 Use a flat screwdriver to release the CPU lock Turn counter clock wise then remove the CPU Chapter 3 67 Hill ok 10 712804420032300 1 S N TE TORSO LAN 16 Remove the Express dummy card 17 Remove the card reader dummy Removing the ODD 18 Remove the screw fastening the optical disk drive module on the bo
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7. Quiet Boot Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or Option Enabled or Disabled not shows Summary Screen 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 Power on display Auto During power process the system will Option Auto or Both detect if any display device is connected on external video port If any external display device is connected the power on display will be in CRT or projector only mode Otherwise it will be in LCD only mode Both Simultaneously enable both the integrated LCD screen and the system s external video port for an external CRT or projector 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 D2D 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 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 Advanced The Advanced screen displays advanced settings in BIOS Information Main Security serial Port Infrared Porti F
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9. Acer Management is a versatile backup utility It allows you to create full or incremental backups burn the factory default image to optical disc and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers By default user created backups are stored to the D drive system s HDD User created backups are stored on D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Password protection Recovery of applications and drivers Image data backup Back up to HDD set recovery point Back up to CD DVD Image data recovery tools Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults Recover from the HDD most recent user defined recovery point Recover from CD DVD Empowering Technolog mm o Acer eRecovery Management Restore Back up factory default to CD DVD B Back up drivers and applications to CD DVD Create user backup Manage user backups 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 23 Acer eSettings Management E
10. on page 80 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 Diskette drive Hard disk drive System board Chapter 4 Error Message List No beep power on indicator turns off and LCD is blank beep power on indicator turns 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 81 Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly Reconnect the
11. 4 J b Mat tut Brower Add Delete H P Launch Mansner Launch 1 w Dawe Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start gt All Programs gt Launch Manager to start the application 28 Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications and Configurations CPU type Intel CPU Penryn CPU package UFCPGA Socket CPU core voltage 0 944 1 3V 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 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 7 CNR Specification WfM 2 0 PXE Preboot Execution Environment BIS 1 0 Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface PC99a and Mobile PC2001 Compliant Intel Enganced SpeedStep Technology BIOS password control Set by setup manual Chapter 1 29 Cache scheme control Fixed in write back 30 Chapter 1 Pm NOTE Above table lists some system memory configurat
12. continue The password setting is complete after the user presses u 56 Chapter 2 If the current password entered does not match the actual current password the screen will show you the Setup Warning 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 da not match Re enter Password Chapter 2 57 Boot This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system Bootable devices includes the distette drive in module bay the onboard hard disk drive and the CD ROM in module bay Information Main Advanced Security Exit Item specific Help Boot prioroty order Use or lt gt to select a device tel are IDE1 WDC WD200EB list Press lt Esc gt to escape the CD DVD menu PCI LAN USB HDD USB FDD USB Key USB CD DVD ROM 1 2 3 4 9 6 1 8 58 Chapter 2 Exit The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use Information Main Adval Security Boot Item specific Help 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 Save changes The table b
13. Check the Battery Pack on page 83 Chapter 4 81 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 Pin 1 19 to 20 5V 3 NE Pin 2 Ground 2 1 1 If the voltage is not correct replace the power adapter 2 Ifthe voltage is within the range do the following Replace the System board If the problem is not corrected see Undetermined Problems page 96 If the 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 the Battery Pack on page 83 82 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 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 followin
14. DIMM LED board System board Power source battery pack and power adapter See Power System Check on page 81 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 87 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes _ _ Fitz serine _ OO Oo y CY e O k _ jp ni tabu ES 11h Load alternate registers with initial POST values aid Resies CPU een wer rn warm Book Hm Du C Hm imena O O HR 11 km _ am ice POST Merny Hm erat sea rat ares DT NN 1 3 4 3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus A Enable cache before system BIOS shadow 1 4 1 1 RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of memory bus E 1 32 Marr m O OO m 1 SwwssemBOSROM E londstemate regters wh CMOS values Ha 88 Chapter 4 O gt gt Ss 5 cO 5 A 5 O1 G1 O1 ajaj N 5555555
15. Disk S4 on page 45 closing the LCD LCD cover switch System board The system doesn t resume from hibernation See 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 S4 on 45 after opening the LCD LCD cover switch System board Chapter 4 93 94 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 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 Ut
16. VGA port HDMI port 2 USB 2 0 ports Headphones speaker line out jack with S PDIF support Microphone in jack Line in jack Connects to an AC adapter Connects to a phone line Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 based network Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector Supports high definition digital video connections Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Connects to audio line out devices speakers headphones Accepts input from external microphones Accepts audio line in devices 0 audio CD player stereo walkman 345 Rear view Chapter 1 ExpressCard 54 slot ExpressCard 54 Optical drive Accepts one ExpressCard 54 module Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole 2 USB 2 0 ports TV in port active Ejects the optical disk from the drive Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Accepts input signals from analog digital TV tuner devices for selected models Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington Tuba Ventilation slots compatible computer security lock The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking movie house audio Enable the computer to
17. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows key Application key Hot Keys Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt gt Open close the Start menu lt 82 gt lt 0 gt Display the desktop lt amp gt lt gt Open Windows Explore lt gt Search a file folder lt gt lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you are connected toa network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt gt lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt 82 gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt amp gt lt gt Open Windows Mobility Center lt gt lt gt Display the System Properties dialog box lt gt lt SHIFT M gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt gt lt TAB gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar using Windows Flip 3 D lt amp gt lt SPACEBAR gt Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt amp gt lt F gt Search for computers if you netwo
18. 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 q External keyboard Chapter 4 If any of these devices do 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 in the message window NOTE Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector 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 If you suspect a power problem see the appropriate power supply check in the following list Check the Power Adapter on page 82
19. start the diagnostics program 2 if FDD Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test 3 Follow the instructions in the message window 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 ROM Test 3 Follow the instructions in the message window 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 80 Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested If the internal keyboard does not work or 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
20. stay cool even after prolonged use Base view 1 m Hard disk Houses the computer s hard disk secured 50 with screws 2 wm Memory Houses the computer s main memory compartment 3 Ventilation slotsand Enable the computer to stay cool even after cooling fan prolonged use Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan 4 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal E 6 Battery lock Locks the battery in position Indicators The computer has several easy to read status indicators 10 Chapter 1 The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up ad Power uS El Battery HDD Aa Num Lock R Caps Lock NOTE Indicates the computer s power status Indicates the computer s batttery status Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Lights up when Num Lock is activated Lights up when Caps Lock is activated 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 Located beside the keyboard are application buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are WLAN Internet email Bluetooth and Acer Empowering Technology The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run th
21. 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 MESI Hml Double verticle Triple primary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned indepently Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently AcerGridVista is imple to set up 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar 2 Dragand drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop Y biara Morter srfspa a X Sepia s f s 1 maassaan r am fi ________ H Trok imer ryh NM LI 2 550 NOTE Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Chapter 1 27 Launch Manager N Launch Manager Batten Corlgurabon amp Emperi Technology EJ Manager 1 Add ail Dele
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23. 24 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 Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigating Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users Empowerning Technology af Cs Acer eSetting Management I B Boot Option ACLl lt lt Multimedia Network Product Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Serace Back L 7 275 Processor AMD Turien trn 64 X2 Mobile Technology TL 56 System Memory 1924 Hard Drive 5790811 5 ATA Device 74 53 GB CD DVD Drive Optiarc CD RW CRXBROA ATA Device Video GeForce 7000M nForce 610M Audio Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile related system settings in one easy to find place so you can guickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations networks or activities Settings include display brightness power plan volume wireless networking on off external display settings display orientation and synchronization status Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device if applicable sharing folders overview sha
24. 67E1 LF SODIMM DDRII 667 2GB KN 2GB0B 003 SAMSUNG M470T5663QZ3 CE6 LF VGA BOARD INSULATOR 47 002 Chapter 6 123 LCD CHUSION 47 001 0 8MM PHIL _ 4 5MM 0 8MM NI TA SCREW PAN M2 0 4 6 0MM 86 AP50N 002 MACH 3 0MM 0 7 CROSS NI SPEAKER SET W SUB 23 AP50N 002 WOOFER Speaker Set Front 23 AP50N 003 124 Chapter 6
25. Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options To access this utility select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu or right click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management Using power plan Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans Balanced High performance and Power saver You can also create customized power plans You can create switch between edit delete and restore power plans as described below View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs For more power options click in the Acer ePower and select Power Options To create a new power plan Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options 1 Click the New power plan option or icon 2 Enter a name for your new power plan 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on 4 necessary change the display sleep and hibernation settings you want your computer to use 5 Click OK to save your new power plan To switch between power plans 1 Mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar The quick menu appears 2 Select the power plan you want to switch to You m
26. Aspire 8920 Series Service Guide Service guide files and updates are available on the ACER CSD web for more information please refer to http csd acer com tw PRINTED IN TAIWAN Revision History Please refer to the table below for the updates made on Aspire 8920 service guide Copyright Copyright 2008 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 Corporation Pentium
27. B KI 1GB0N 002 INTEL NVCPEMWR001G1 LF VGA MXM BOARD NVIDIA 55 AP70N 001 8ESEH 512MB W HDCP VGA CARD nVidia NB8P GS 55 AKE0N 004 DDRII 512MB 400MHz 32 16 MXM II W HDCP VBIOS Chapter 6 109 POWER CORD USA 27 001 POWER CORD 3PIN SOUTH 27 AAMVN 008 KAN SSK POWER CORD 3PIN 27 010 IAN POWER CORD 27 AAMVN 009 ITALIAN 2 NN POWER CORD AUSTRALIA 27 003 W LABEL NN POWER CORD SOUTH 27 007 AFRICA BOARD CABLE 50 AP50N 001 POWER BUTTON BOARD 50 AP50N 002 CABLE 110 Chapter 6 Chapter 6 TOUCH BUTTON BOARD CABLE MEDIA BOARD CABLE USB BOARD CABLE TOUCHPAD CABLE DC IN CABLE 50 AP50N 007 BLUETOOTH BOARD 50 AP50N 008 CABLE 111 MODEM CABLE 50 AP50N 009 MODEM CABLE WITH RJ11 50 AP50N 010 FINGER PRINT BOARD 50 APQ0N 001 CABLE LCD CAMERA CABLE 50 AP50N 011 18 4 WUXGA WXGA LCD CAMERA CABLE 50 AP50N 011 18 4 WUXGA WXGA LCD CAMERA CABLE 50 AP50N 012 18 4 WXGA 221 CAMERA 0 3M SUYIN 57 001 112 Chapter 6 TOUCHPAD BRACKET 33 APQ0N 001 UNILOAD COVER 42 AP50N 002 MINI DUMMY CARD 42 AP50N 003 LOWER CASE FOR TV 60 AP30N 001 UPPER CASE W FINGER 60 AP50N 002 PRINT HOLE MIDDLE COVER 42 AP50N 001 Chapter 6 113 N BD COMBO BEZEL 42 APQ0N 005 OPTICAL BRACKET 33 AAMVN 002 VGA BRACKET BOTTOM 33 AP70N 001 VGA BRACKET B
28. BEZEL PATA ASSEMBLY BD COMBO 6M APQON 002 MODULE 2X ODD BD COMBO DL 2X KO 00207 001 PANASONIC UJ 120B LF W O BEZEL PATA ODD BD COMBO DL 2X KO 0020E 001 SONY BC 5500A LF W O BEZEL 1 B1 PATA N Chapter 6 117 118 HDD 120GB SATA 5400RPM SEAGATE ST9120817AS CORSAIR LF F W 3 AAA HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA MK1246GSX LEO BS LF F W LB213J HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA Il HGST HTS542512K9SA00 BRONCO B LF F W C31P HDD 120GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD1200BEVS 22USTO ML125 LF F W 01 01A01 HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE ST9160827AS CORSAIR LF F W 3 AAA HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA MK1646GSX LEO BS LF F W LB113J HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA HGST HTS542516K9SA00 BRONCO B LF F W C31P HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD1600BEVT 222CTO ML160 LF F W 11 01A11 HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA SEAGATE ST9250827AS CORSAIR LF F W 3 AAA HDD 160GB 5400RPM SATA TOSHIBA MK2546GSX LEO BS LF F W LB013J HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA Il HGST HTS542525K9SA00 LF F W C31P HDD 250GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD2500BEVS 22USTO ML125 LFF W 01 01A01 HDD 320GB 5400RPM SATA WD WD3200BEVT 22ZCTO ML160 LF F W 11 01A11 KH 12001 032 KH 32008 013 Chapter 6 VGA HEATSINK FINGER N CPU HEATSINK FINGER 33 AP50N 003 Chapter 6 119 INVERTER BOARD TDK TBD489NR INVERTER BOARD TDK TBD489NR KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 88KS BLACK US INTERNATIONAL GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 88KS BLACK US GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB F
29. CZECH GLOSSY 00 308 00 309 00 310 121 122 KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 88KS BLACK TRADITIONAL CHINESE GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK CANADIAN FRENCH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK BELGIUM GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 88KS BLACK ARABIC ENGLISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK ARABIC FRENCH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK NORDIC GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK ENGLISH CANADIAN FRENCH GLOSSY LCD MODULE 18 44 WUXGA GLARE W ANTENNA amp CCD 0 3M LCD 18 4 WUXGA SAMSUNG LNT184HTO1 A01 GALRE LF 300NIT 8MS LCD MODULE 18 4 WXGA GLARE W ANTENNA amp CCD 0 3M LCD 18 4 WXGA SAMSUNGLTN184KT01 A01 GLARE LF 220NIT 8MS 800 1 00 332 6 5 002 LK 18406 001 6M AP50N 001 LK 18406 002 Chapter 6 SODIMM 512MB DDRII667 KN 51203 032 NT512T64UH8BOFN 3C LF SODIMM 512MB DDRII667 KN 5120G 024 HYNIX HYMP164S64CP6 Y5 LF SODIMM 512MB DDRII667 KN 5120B 026 SAMSUNG M470T6464QZ3 CE6 LF SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 KN 1GB03 014 NANYA NT1GT64U8HBOBN 3C LF SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 KN 1GB0G 012 HYNIX HYMP112S64CP6 Y5 LF SODIMM 1GB DDRII667 KN 1GB0B 016 SAMSUNG M470T2864QZ3 CE6 LF SODIMM 2GB DDRII 667 KN 2GB0G 004 HYNIX HYMP125S64CP8 Y5 LF SODIMM 2GB DDRII 667 KN 2GB04 001 MICRON MT16HTF25664HY 6
30. Chapter 6 105 106 BATTERY LI ION 8CELL PANASONIC AS 2007B 4S2P 4800MAH BATTERY LI ION 8CELL SIMPLO AS 2007B 4S2P 4800MAH WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802 11AGN INTEL 4965AGN MINI PCI WIRELESS LAN 802 11AGN INTEL 4965AGN 2 MINI WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802 11AGN INTEL 4965AGN ROW MINI PCI MINI WIRELESS BOARD 802 11ABG MOW1 INTEL MM872612 MINI WIRELESS BOARD 802 11 ABG MOW2 INTEL MM872659 MINI WIRELESS BOARD 802 11 ABG ROW INTEL MM874511 MINI WIRELESS LAN BOARD 802 11BG INTEL 3945BG BLUETOOTH BOARD FOXCONN BCM2045 V2 T60H928 11 MODEM BOARD MDC 1 5 FOXCONN T60M951 41 AGERE 1 5 3 3V BT 00805 011 BT 00807 015 KI KDN01 001 BT 21100 005 FX 22500 022 Chapter 6 Chapter 6 MODEM BOARD MDC 1 5 FOXCONN T60M951 36 AGERE 1 5 3 3 AUSTRALIA APPROVED TOUCHPAD SYNAPTICS TM 00372 012 POWER BUTTON BOARD MAINBOARD AS8920G INTEL PM965 ICH6M ATHEROS AR8121 LF HOTKEY BOARD TOUCHPAD BUTTON BOARD 56 APQON 001 55 AP50N 002 MB AP50B 001 55 5 001 55 AP50N 003 107 FX 22500 023 BOARD 55 AP50N 004 LED BOARD RIGHT 55 AP50N 006 LED BOARD LEFT 55 AP50N 007 FINGER PRINT BOARD 55 APQ0N 001 MEDIA BOARD MODULE 55 APQ0N 005 108 Chapter 6 USB BOARD WITH TV 55 AP30N 001 CABLE TV TUNER MINI CARD 0 23100 014 AVERMEDIA DVB T 09 REV 1 0 TV TUNER MINI CARD 0 23100 015 LITEON DVB T TT 1260DA REV D ROBSON BOARD 1G
31. I Exprecc Bus PWR Board South Bridge E 9g Ial Batt Charger ICHB M im INTEL PRO SUPER amp ITE 172512 BJ41 CATR HD Codec REAL ALCS33D 88832 28E k PICK PITTEN 21422 01422 MAX 8713 E 1 Two Twa R Jaok Jack LINE QUT Speakerz Spesakerc Epeaksrt isir Chapter 1 Board Layout TOP view A58920 M B layout and connector location TOP view 4 CN3 LEDBoardCableCNIR 6 SouthBridge 2 8 ___ 5 SpeakercableCNIR 9 4 MDCCNR 12 Media consle Board CNTR Chapter 1 Bottom view m Lil E En 17 16 15 14 13 21 Bottom view 10 El Jack502 12 13 CN510 _ Speaker Cable CNTR 14 15 16 17 CN505 506 DIMM Socket 18 19 20 21 MIC jack Chapter 1 Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features let us show you around your new Aspire computer Front View Top view 1 6 Chapter 1 1 Acer PureZone Two internal stereo microphones for sound recording 2 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output Power button Turns the computer on and off 4 Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s fun
32. IR Parallel Port Mode The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Serial port Displays the settings of the serial port Enabled or Disabled Shows the settings of the parallel port Enabled or Disabled Parallel port Chapter 2 53 Security 54 The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use Information Main Supervisor Password Is User Password Is HDD Password Is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set HDD Password Password on Boot Advanced Security Item specific Help Clear Clear Clear motet Enter Enter Enter Disabled Chapter 2 The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Shows the setting of the user password Clear or Set Supervisor Password is Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Clear or Set 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 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 me
33. OTTOM 33 AKE0N 005 LCD COVER 18 4 W 60 AP50N 005 ANTENNA amp 114 Chapter 6 Chapter 6 LCD BEZEL 18 4 LCD BRACKET RIGHT LCD BRACKET LEFT HINGE COVER ASSEMBLY LEFT HINGE COVER ASSEMBLY RIGHT 42 APQ0N 006 115 KENSINGTON BRACKET 33 APQ0N 006 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 95001 DTP T9500 PGA 2 6G 6M FSB800 PENRYN CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 93001 DTP T9300 PGA 2 5G 6M FSB800 PENRYN CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 83001 DTP T8300 PGA 2 4G 3M FSB800 PENRYN CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 81001 DTP T8100 PGA 2 1G 3M FSB800 PENRYN CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 78001 DTP T7800 PGA 2 6G 4M FSB800 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 77G01 DTP T7700 PGA 2 4G 4M FSB800 G 0 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 75G01 DTP T7500 PGA 2 26 FSB800 G 0 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 73001 DTP T7300 PGA 2 0G 4M FSB800 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 57501 DTP T5750 PGA 2 0G 2M FSB667 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 55501 DTP T5550 PGA 1 836 2M FSB667 CPU INTEL CORE2DUAL KC 54501 DTP 15450 PGA 1 666 2M FSB667 116 Chapter 6 ASSEMBLY SUPLER MULTI 6M APQON 001 MODULE 8X DVD RW DRIVE 8X SUPER KU 00805 043 MULTI TRAY PIONEER DVR KDO8RS LF W O BEZEL F W 1 00 PATA DVD RW DRIVE 8X SUPER KU 00807 058 MULTI TRAY PANASONIC TRAY UJ 870BAA A LF W O BEZEL F W 1 00 PATA DVD RW DRIVE 8X SUPER KU 00809 011 MULTI TRAY PHILIPS DS 8A1P LF W O BEZEL F W CA14 PATA DVD RW DRIVE 8X SUPER KU 0080E 005 MULTI TRAY SONY AD 7560A LF W O
34. V1 89KS BLACK TURKISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 88KS BLACK THAILAND GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 89KS BLACK SWISS G GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 89KS BLACK SWEDISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 89KS BLACK SPANISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 89KS BLACK SLOVAK GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 89KS BLACK SLO CRO GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 88KS BLACK RUSSIAN GLOSSY 120 INTERNATIONAL HEBREW 19 AP50N 001 19 AP50N 001 KB INT00 297 KB INT00 298 KEYBOARD 17_18KB FV1 KB INT00 299 89KS BLACK UK GLOSSY Chapter 6 Chapter 6 KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK PORTUGUESE GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK POLISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK NORWEGIAN GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK LUXEMBOURGISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 88KS BLACK KOREAN GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 88KS BLACK JAPANESE GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK ITALIAN GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 88KS BLACK ISRAEL GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK IRISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK HUNGARIAN GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 88KS BLACK GREEK GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK GERMAN GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK FRENCH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK FINNISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK DUTCH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK DANISH GLOSSY KEYBOARD 17 18KB FV1 89KS BLACK
35. alled on secondary IDE master Chapter 2 49 50 Number This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is presenting UUID 32bytes Chapter 2 Mam The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information and also includes basic setup parameters It allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters Information oystem Time system Date Total Memory Video Memory Quiet Boot Network Boot F 12 Boot Menu 020 Recovery SATA Mode Advanced Security 800 Item specific Help 09 00 00 01 01 2007 Tab lt Shift Tab gt or lt Enter gt selects field AAAA MB Enabled Enabled Disabled Enabled AHC Mode NOTE The screen above is for your reference only Actual values may Chapter 2 51 The table below describes the parameters in 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 is fixed to 640MB Extended Memory This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in the system Extended Memory size Total memory size 1MB VGA Memory Shows the VGA memory size VGA Memory size 64 128MB
36. 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 Preface 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 on your regional web o
37. ault 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 lt F12 gt during POST to enter multi boot menu In this menu user can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility Acvanced Security Boot Exit Information CPU CPU Speed IDEO IDEO Serial Na ATAPI Model System BIOS Version BIOS Version seral Number Asset Number Product Name Manufacturer DID TOSHIBA MIKAUTSGAP IPMI Y2954027T Slimtype DVD ROM L SD 08 1 SM ATI M9 AC VOI TravelMate xxxx Acer note note 22 Byte 32 Byte 16 Byte 16 Byte 16 Byte 47 Invoking BIOS Setup 48 The setup function can only be invoked by pressing F2 when Press lt F2 gt to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen during POST The setup uses a menu driven interface to allow the user to configure their system The features are divided into 6 parts as follows Information Display the system informations Main allows the user to specify standard IBM PC AT system parameters Advanced Provides advanced settings of the system Security Provides security settings of the system Boot Allows the user to specify the boot options Exit Allows the u
38. ay also switch between power plans by launching the Acer ePower Management application Select the power plan you wish to switch to thenclick Apply click Apply To edit a power plan Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit 2 Adjust settings as required 3 Click Apply to save your new settings To delete a power plan You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using If you want to delete the active power plan switch to another one first 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon Battery status The quick menu shows the remaining battery life based on current usage You can also launch the Acer ePower Management application and refer to the Battery status panel located just below the power plans Click the Battery tab to view remaining battery life battery status and remaining battery life in standby and hibernate modes 20 Chapter 1 Empowering Technology lt 175 1 g amp Battery 99 2 Hours 39 Min remaining Acer ePower Management b B Battery On Battery Plugged In CPU speed LCD brightness vaa Graphics power mode 4 Turn off the display after 15 Min gt Put the computer to sleep after 30 Min Hibernate the computer after 4 Hours _____ m
39. ay screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Turns the internal touchpad on and off Turns the speakers on and off Fn lt gt Volume Increases the sound volume Fn lt gt Volume down Decreases the sound volume Fn 5 Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn lt e gt Special Key odo Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard To type 16 Chapter 1 gt g a y i N ML 4 N 4 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 faq faq12 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor LI T oe Hn EET TT II mis TII IIIIDLIIIIJ n Jj one III E 0 0 20 0 gt 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 the upper center of the k
40. ctions and components 5 CineDash media CineDash media console is touch sensitive console entertainment interface Keyboard For entering data into your computer Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 8 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 9 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the left and left center and right mouse buttons center button serves as right Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4 way control function for selected models 10 Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s functions and components 11 Acer Crystal Web camera for video communication for selected models 12 Empowering key Lanuch Acer Empowering Technology 13 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 14 Easy launch Buttons for launching frequently used program button Closed Front View 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 S gt 6 in 1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC MultiMediaCard Plus MMCplus Memory Stick MS pro Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD 3 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control Chapter 1 Left View Right View DC in jack Modem RJ 11 port Ethernet RJ 45 port External display
41. e KB sec Sustained Max 3 6Mbytes sec Sustained Max 10 8Mbytes sec Support disc formats 1 Reads data in each CD ROM CD ROM XA CD 1 Video CD CD Extra and CD Plus NNN 5 Reads and writes CD RW andHSRW discs 6 Reads and writes US US RW 7 Reads data in each DVD ROM and DVD Dual IEIIIKIW 8 Reads and writes in each DVD R Ver 2 0 for general DVD RW and DVD R RW Ver1 1 NNN NN HA 9 Reads and writes DVD R Dual 10 Reads writes DVD RAM Loading mechanism Load Manual 34 Chapter 1 G G _ x Chipset Acer MXM compatible USB 2 0 Built in ICH8M Chapter 1 35 m _ Internal amp external keyboard work Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly Yes simultaneously G Aa 5 Vendor amp model name Samsung LNT184HT01 A01 Screen Diagonal mm 18 4 inches Active Area mm 353 45 H x 198 72 V mm Display resolution pixels 1920x1080 WUXGA Pixel Pitch 0 213 H x 0 213 V mm Pixel Arrangement R G B Vertical Stripe 36 Chapter 1 Display Mode Typical White Luminance cd m2 also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time Optical Rise Time Fall Time msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption watt Weight g Normally White 4 5W 550g Physical Size mm x s m Larm Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle degree Horizontal Right Left Vertial Upper L
42. e Acer Launch Manager Chapter 1 11 Empowering Technology Launch Acer Empowering Technology user programmable Wireless communication Enables disables the wireless function Indicates the G button indicator status of wireless LAN communication y Web browser Internet browser user Programmable A 53 Mail Email application user Programmable Bluetooth Enables disables the Bluetooth function Indicates 53 communication button the status of Bluetooth communication indicator Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use the touchpad 1 2 3 4 Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor Press the left 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 Use the 4 way scroll 3 button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications 12 Chapter 1 Execute Quickly click Tap twice at the twice same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and Tap twice at the hold then same speed as use finger double clicking a on the mouse button rest touchpad to your finger on the drag the touchpad on the cursor second tap and drag the cursor Access Click once con
43. e changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 2 55 Removing a Password Follow these steps 1 Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key The Set 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 e Press e 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 u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Changing a Password 1 Use the w and y keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the key The Set 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 e Type a password in the Enter New Password field Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field 4 Presse After setting the password the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set If desired you can enable the Password on boot parameter When you are done press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility If the verification is OK the screen will display as following setup Notice Changes have been saved
44. elow 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 Default 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 59 BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs New features or options 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 adaptor 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 Fellow the steps below to run the Phlash 1 Prepare a bootable diskette 2 Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette 3 Then boot the system from the bootable diskette The flash utility has auto execution function 60 Chapter 2 Remove HDD password Utility This section provide you with removing HDD password method Remove HDD Password If you key in wrong HDD pa
45. evices Re initialize onboard I O 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 89 o km _ eh 1 n n MPTABLE formuliprocessorbonde phd icono wm Sm __ beeps checksum failure Check for SMART drive optional for SMART drive Check for SMART drive optional a ja sn m ice engine optional Er ilehardvareinerus am eteminenumberofATAamd SOS aves E T pad Ag p 8m Uwe 0 TemmeeQueoo plnl Pee password optional Fear party checkers up en T em Manager FEM m O _ en tani nt docking optional ei summaa Chapter 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 Sy
46. eyboard NOTE This function varies by the operating system version Chapter 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequentlyused functions and manage your new Acer system Activated by pressing theEmpowering Key it provides access to the following utilities Note The following content is for general reference only Actual product specifications may vary Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Doloy Home Theater on your system Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption for selected models Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily KANAKRAAAAAAAAEARAAAARABARABARAAARARARARARABAAAABASERAAABRAAAAABANSAAXSAARSARABARABAAAARBAPARZEARARABARABARABRANKANAAABAABAAAAAAAAPPAAZBARBAPABARARABARBARARARAARAARARABABABAABAAAABAAAAA O OO OOO OOO OOO OOO CO O OO NMED Q B For more information right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar then select Help For help with a particular utility launch the utility and click the el icon at the buttom of the active window Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology 1 Press the Empowering Key to display
47. g 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 touchpad 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 83 Power On Self Test POST Error Message 84 The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes The 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 orig
48. ility 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 96 Chapter 4 Intermtttent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be 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 error is detected do not replace FRU 3 If any error is detected replace the FRU Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors Chapter 4 95 Undetermined Problems 96 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 procedu
49. inal 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 96 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 error 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 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 Equip
50. ing with the disassembly procedure make sure that you do the following 1 Turn 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 62 Chapter 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 the keyboard then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order Main unit disassembly flow chart Wireless Cover BTCB EN ma dul e cove Chapter 3 63 64 LCM module disassembly flow chart START module Cable LCD Hinge LCD Cable Chapter 3 Removing the Battery Pack 1 Release the battery 2 Slide the battery latch then remove the battery Chapter 3 65 Removing the HDD Memory Module Wireless LAN Card TV Tuner Card System Fan Thermal Modules CPU Removing the HDD 1 Remove the six screws fastening the CTO cover 2 Detach the CTO cover from the notebook Removing the Wireless Card amp RAM Module 3 Remove the wireless antenna and remove the wireless screws then remove the wireless card 4 Pop out the memory module from the DIMM socket then remove it If the notebook has memory modules then repeat this step
51. ions You may combine DIMMs with various capacities to form other combinations On above table the configuration of slot 1 and slot 2 could be reversed Chipset ATHEROS AR8121 lt lt OMB 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB Supports LAN protocol 10 100 1000 Ethernet Chapter 1 31 LAN connector type RJ45 Chipset Built in ICH8M Data throughput 723 bps full speed data rate Protocol Bluetooth 1 1 Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1 2 when SIG spec ification is ratified Connector type 32 Chapter 1 WD WD1200BEVS 22RST0 TOSHIBA MK1637GSX SEAGATE ST9160821AS HGST HTS541616J9SA00 WD WD1600BEVS 22RSTO Drive Format Disks Spindle speed RPM 5400 RPM Performance Specifications Buffer size Interface SATA Co Max media transfer rate disk buffer Mbytes s 100 150 Data transfer rate host buffer Mbytes s Ultra DMA mode 5 100 MB Sec Ultra DMA mode 5 100 MB Sec Ultra DMA mode 5 100 MB Sec DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V DC 5 Data transfer rate host buffer Mbytes s Ultra DMA mode 5 100 MB Sec Ultra DMA mode 5 100 MB Sec Ultra DMA mode 5 100 MB Sec DC Power Requirements Voltage tolerance 5V DC 5 Specification Audio Controller Realtek ALC889X Audio onboard or optional Built in Chapter 1 33 LO CHEN Supports PnP IRQ IRQ10 IRQ11 Transfer rat
52. ions 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 81 on or stay on POST does not complete No beep or error Power On Self Test POST Error Message on codes are indicated page 84 Undetermined Problems on page 96 POST detects an error and displayed messages Message List page 85 On screen Other symptoms i e LCD display problems or Power On Self Test POST Error Message on others page 84 Symptoms cannot be re created intermittent Use the customer reported symptoms and go to problems Power On Self Test POST Error Message on page 84 Intermittent Problems on page 95 Undetermined Problems on page 96 Chapter 4 79 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 Bootfrom the diagnostics diskette and
53. ith Acer FingerLaunch while Acer ProfileLaunch can launch up to three applications websites from a single finger swipe Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav With Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for your personal computer as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple swipe of your finger For more information refer to the Acer Bio Protection help files h Ek TA Blink gt Fii M wars Sorel res Enger F BUSEEOENUI fina min Acer GridVista dual display compatible Note This feature 15 only available on certain models To enable the dual display feature of your notebook first ensure that a second display is connected then open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process 26 Chapter 1 E Display Settings Monitor Crag tha icons to match ynurrnenitnri Higak lb gt Advanced Settings Acer GridVista is a handy utility
54. ment Configuration Error Memory Error at xxxx xxxx xxxxh R xxxxh W xxxxh Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error Checksum Error 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 Utility to reconfigure system time then reboot system System board 85 86 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 Run 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 See External Diskette Drive Check
55. nu nor change the value of parameters HardDisk Security Enables or disables primary hard disk security function 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 user or the supervisor password 1 Use the w andy keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the e key The Set Supervisor Password box appears Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2 a password in the Enter New Password field The password length can not exceeds 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 Presse After setting the password the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set 4 If desired you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter 5 When you are done press u to save th
56. orting lowfreguency effects S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface support for digital speakers Built in stereo microphones Storage subsystem 2 5 hard disk drive Optical drive options Blu ray Disc BD drive DVD Super Multi double layer drive 6 in 1 card reader Input devices 105 106 key keyboard Touchpad pointing device Acer CineDash media console capacitive human interface device Chapter 1 1 Communication Acer Video Conference featuring Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam Acer PureZone technology Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone WLAN Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection or Intel PRO Wireless network connection Ports ExpressCard 54 slot 6 in 1 card reader SD MMC MMCplus MS MS PRO xD USB 2 0 ports HDMI port with HDCP support Consumer infrared CIR port External display VGA port Headphone speaker line out jack with S PDIF support Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Environment Temperature operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to 65 Humidity non condensing operating 2096 8096 2090 8090 2 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram CPU PENRYN CLK GEN PSE DDR2 2331887 DDR2 SODIMMO North Bridge Crestline Type ILANI edm DAZ Eljas DOR SODIMM1 Dlcp ayFori s 1 SLOT PC
57. ower Vendor amp model name TDK Brightness conditions N A 9 20V 360mA max 710V 1800V for kick off 6 5 max 58 KHz max Input voltage V Input current mA Output voltage V rms Output current mA rms Output voltage frequency k Hz 100V AC to 240V AC 47Hz to 63Hz Chapter 1 37 Input rating AX ACPI mode Power Management Mech Off G3 All devices in the system are turned off completely Soft Off 62 85 OS initiated shutdown All devices in the system are turned off completely Working 60 50 Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state sen 0 OSO O O CC CONSU NN O O e _ Save to Disk 54 Also called Hibernation Mode System saves all system states and data onto the disc prior to power off the whole system 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 m during POST when Press lt F2 gt to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen Press m to enter setup The def
58. r 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 feature Operating system e Windows Vista NOTE Windowsl 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 Platform and memory Intel Core 2 Duo mobile processor Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset Intel Wireless WiFi Link Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection or Intel PRO Wireless Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection System memory Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and graphics 18 4 WUXGA NVIDIA GeForce 9650M GS with up to 1280 MB of TurboCache or NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with up to 1280 MB of TurboCache TV tuner Digital TV tuner supporting DVB T Audio Dolby certified surround sound system with five built in stereo speakers and one subwoofer supp
59. res to isolate the 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 81 1 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 Non Acer devices Printer mouse and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM CD ROM Diskette drive Module PC Cards Power on the computer Determine if the problem has changed If the problem does not recur reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU 9 a 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 Top View TOP view 1 rus k 1 Ux k E m Er T a IE Fa m z A58920 layout and connector location TOP view LCM Cable CNTR CN6 Power Board FFC CNTR CN2 LED Board Cable CNTR L LED Board Cable CNTR CN12 CN9 Media consle Board CNG CN2 Power cable CNIR South Bridge 9 Chapter 5 97 Bottom View Bottom view
60. ring service on or off and a shortcut to the Acer user guide drivers and utilities To launch Windows Mobility Center Use the shortcut key lt gt lt X gt Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu Display os Ful charged gt brightness e 71 10052 AM Connected Balarced Ium wireless off Brightness Volume Battery Status No Mo mme E connected 8 ta Pot presenting Lommect display Sync sethngs Tum on Extarraal Sa p Sync Canter Presentation Settings x yn 5 g Customized by Acer Inc m Ler Guide E rv edmes Add device Launch Shared Fokker Bluetooth Software Page 25 Using the System Utilities Acer Bio Protection for selected models Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system Utilizing the uniqueness of one s fingerprint features Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch and fast application website launching and login w
61. rk lt CTRL gt lt gt lt TAB gt Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows Vista some shortcuts may not function as described This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like sreen 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 Chapter 1 15 lt Fn gt lt F1 gt lt Fn gt lt F2 gt lt Fn gt lt F3 gt lt Fn gt lt F4 gt lt Fn gt lt F5 gt lt Fn gt lt F6 gt lt Fn gt lt F7 gt lt Fn gt lt F8 gt V 7 58 oe m 4 mm v m lli H Wi 5 Vua Hotkey help Acer eSettings Management Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle c sani en Hii Displays help on hotkeys Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer Empowering Technology Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology Puts the computer in Sleep mode Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Turns the displ
62. ser to save CMOS setting and exit Setup 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 parameters are found 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 Main CPU Type CPU Speed DEO Model IDEO Serial No Model System BIOS version VOA BIOS Version serial Number Asset Number Product Name Manufacturer LUIE Advanced Security Boat TOSHIBA 3018 3 Y2554027T Slimtype DVD ROM 1 SM V 1 00 ATI M9 AC TravelMate xxxx NOTE The system information is subject to different models CPU Type This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system IDE1 Model Name This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master IDE1 Serial Number This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master IDE2I Model Name This field displays the mofel name of devices installed on secondary IDE master The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system IDE2 Serial Number This field shows the serial number of devices inst
63. ssword for three time HDD password error code would display on the screen See the image below If you need to solve HDD password locked problem you can run unlock6 EXE 4 password error 051251 1 unlock6 error code 205 2 Select 2 3 Choose one HDD password Enter your choice 2 QALASIB R6PI11X MI8N4KK UID Reboot system and key in R6PI11X or MISNAKK to HDD user password Chapter 2 61 62 Then the HDD password will be unlocked and will auto into Windows after reboot Chapter 2 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step by step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer Aspire 8920 for maintenance and troubleshooting To disassemble the computer you need the following tools Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge Small Philips screw driver hilips 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 61 General Information Before You Begin Before proceed
64. stem 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 91 Index of Symptom to FRU Error Message 92 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 system 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 81 Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive amp battery connection board System board Power source battery pack and power adap
65. ter See Power System Check on page 81 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 81 Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds System board Chapter 4 Power Related Symptoms Battery be charged See Check the Battery Pack on page 83 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 different 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 S4 on page 45 Keyboard if control is from the keyboard Hard disk drive System board The system doesn t enter hibernation mode and press Fn 0and 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
66. text menu Scroll Swipe up down left right using Acer FingerNav 4 way control function for selected models or click and hold to move up down left right for selected models NOTE When using the touchpad keep it and your infers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger Chapter 1 movements hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 13 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off d KI Jii As Fan Pa h UU 818 NSN NINA 1110 i TTT J Cage Lork 5 LI J ITI LI I FL TII df 1 A df 4 h nn Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the separate keypad is in numeric mode The d function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when Fn F12 you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications 14 Chapter 1
67. the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop 2 To hide the toolbar press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on the toolbar You may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu or by double clicking the icon if you have created adesktop shortcut To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications On the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar click the icon that corresponds to the application you want to launch When you mouse over an application icon a quick menu appears below the toolbar The quick menu allows you to perform certain tasks simply and quickly You may also run the application by selecting it from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu Acer eAudio Management Scenario Mode Movie Music gt Default Music gt Rock Music gt Pop Music gt Classical 18 Chapter 1 Acer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on your system Select Movie or Game mode to experience the awesome realism of 5 1 channel surround sound from just two speakers via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology Music mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes in vivid detail Surround On choose your device click the icon the upper right side ofthe Acer eAudio Management window Chapter 1 19
68. ttom 68 Chapter 3 19 Use a tool to push the optical disk drive module outwards and remove the ODD module Removing the Hinge cover 20 Remove two hinge cover screws 21 Then detach the Hinge cover from both side Removing the BTCB screws 22 Loose 21 screws from BTCB Chapter 3 69 70 23 Detach Switch cover 4 84 54848484854 SU Pa 1 KEY 7020229 2 p D 24 Disconnect Media board FFC from the Switch cover 25 Then remove the switch cover from the machine E ry Chapter 3 Disassembling the Untt 1 Turn over the keyboard as the image shows 2 Disconnect the Keyboard FFC from the main board 3 Then remove the keyboard from the main unit INN p sr 85 1s W pareve y 9 one 1 gt a Pada dea de 7 4 Disconnect the FFC from the main board Loose One screws from the TPCB Disconnect the LCM cable Pull out the Power cable Pull out the Wireless antenna gt X amp 2 5 Release four TPCB locker then remove the TCB from machine Disassembling the LED boards 10 Loose the LED boards four screws 11 Remove two LED boards from the machine Chapter 3 71 12 Loose four LCM hinge screws 13 Then remove LCM module from the machine Remove I O baord and Main Board 14 Remove the da
69. ughter board from the machine 72 Chapter 3 15 Loose two Modem card screws 16 Disconnect Modem card cable 17 Remove Modem card from the wu 1 01522880070822000 22 3 BIVIRTUAL0805002CC2310 18 Disconnect Speaker cable from the MB and loose the MB screw 19 Remove from the BTCB i 20 Remove RJ11 from the BTCB Chapter 3 73 21 Remove the USB board from k Disassembly LCM module 1 Remove six LCM bezel mylar 2 Loose 10 LCM bezel screws 3 Remove LCM bezel 4 Disconnect Inverter cable and Back LED board cable 5 Remove Inverter from BTCB 6 Loose four LCD scrws from the hinge 7 Disconnect CCD cable 8 Remove the LCD panel 74 Chapter 3 9 Loose four LCD hinge screws then remove two hinges from LCD panel Chapter 3 75 Disassembling the External Modules Disassembling the HDD Module 1 Remove the four screws holding the HDD hard disk drive foil two on each side 2 Carefully take out the hard disk drive from the HDD foil Disassembling the ODD Module 1 Remove the two screws holding the optical bracket 2 Then remove the optical bracket from the optical disk drive 76 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 opt

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