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Aspire 4720G/4720Z/4720/4320 Series Service Guide
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Revision History
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Copyright
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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.
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual: SCREEN MESSAGES NOTE Denotes actual messages that appear on screen. Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions. Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. Reminds you to do specific actions relevant to the accomplishment of procedures.
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
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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 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.
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System Specifications
Features
Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features:
Operating system
Genuine Windows® VistaTM Home Premium Genuine Windows® VistaTM Home Basic Genuine Windows® VistaTM Starter NOTE: Windows® VistaTM Capable PCs come with Windows® XP installed, and can be upgraded to Windows® VistaTM. For more information on Windows® VistaTM and how to upgrade, go to: Microsoft.com/windowsvista.
Platform and memory
Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: Intel® CoreTM 2 Due mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.2/2.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), Intel® CoreTM 2 Due mobile processor T7100 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.8 GHz, 800 MHz FSB) Intel® CoreTM 2 Due mobile processor T5250/T5450 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.5/1.66 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) Intel® 965PM/965GM Express chipset Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-band 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology Core logic: Intel® 965PM/965GM + ICH8M (north bridge + south bridge). Up to 2GB of DDR2 677 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules (dualchannel support)
Display and graphics
14.1" WXGA TFT LCD, up to and including 1280 x 800 pixel resolution 200-nit brightness, 16 ms response time Simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer VistaTM support Dual independent display 16.7 million colors Mobile Intel® GM965 Express chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphic Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100 with up to 358 MB of Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0 (8MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, up to 350 MB of shared system memory), supporting Microsoft DirectX® 9 and DirectX® 10 (for selected models) or NVIDIA GeForce® 8400M SE with up to 1024 MB of TurboCacheTM (128/256 MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, 896/ 768 MB of share system memory), supporting NVIDIA® PureVideoTM technology (WMV HD, High Definition MPEG-2 hardware acceleration), Microsoft® DirectX® 9, DirectX® 10, OpenEXR High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology, and PCI Express® (for selected models)
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MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability (acceleration/full decode) (for selected models) WMV9 (VC-1) and H.264 (AVC) support (acceleration/full decode) (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVisionTM technologies
Audio
Dolby® certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby® Digital, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® PRO LOGIC II, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator, Dolby® Headphone and Dolby® Virtual Speaker technologies Intel® High Definition audio support S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers MS Sound compatible Built-in microphone
Storage subsystem
One 80/120/160/240/250 GB or larger Serial ATA hard disk drives Optical drive options: DVD/CDRW Combo and DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive support 5-in-1 card reader, supporting Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PROTM (MS PRO), and xD-Picture CardTM (xD)
Input devices
88-/89-/93-key keyboard, with inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer ArcadeTM
Communication
Acer Video Conference, featuring: Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLiteTM technology Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone WLAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology (for selected models) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology (for selected models) WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) LAN: Gigabit Ethernet supporting ASF (Alert Standard Format) 2.0; Wake-on-LAN ready Modem: 56K V.92 modem with PTT approval; Wake-on-Ring ready
I/O Ports
Express Card slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB 2.0 ports IEEE 1394 port
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Consumer infrared (CIR) port External display (VGA) port S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Headphones/speaker/line-out port 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: 5ºC to 35ºC Non-operating: -20ºC to 65ºC Humidity (non-condensing): Operating: 20%~80% Non-operating: 20%~80%
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System Block Diagram
NESTOS SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM
Y5 14.318MHZ
Clock Generator SLG8SP512T
U26
Merom CPU 479 Pin uFCPGA
U21
CPU Thermal Sensor
U5
FSB 667/800 Mhz
TV-OUT TFT LCD Panel 14.1" WXGA CRT
MXM Type II
CN20 STD H9.9
PCI-Express X16 Lan TV-OUT LVDS VGA
Intel NB Crestline 965GM/965PM 1299 Pin FBGA
U22
Dual Channel DDR2 533/667 Mhz
DDRII SODIMM0 SODIMM1
CN19 - H5.2 CN18 - H9.2
X4 DMI interface
SATA HDD
CN27
SATA0 PATA USB 2.0
U6
Bluetooth
CN6 USB4
PATA ODD
CN26
USB Port x 2
CN21,23 USB3,5
Intel SB ICH8M NB82801HBM 676 Pin BGA
MiniCard
CN14 PCIE2
New Card
CN8 PCIE1
POWER IC
U24
PCI-e X1 PCI Bus interface Y4 32.768KHZ Y1 25MHz
USB Port x 2
CN12 USB0,1
RTC
CN23
CCD
CN1 USB2
LPC Y3 32.768K
AMP G1411
U19
Realtek Audio Codec ALC268
U17
Winbond KBC PC8769L
1394 +Cardreader Controller Ricoh R5C832/R5C833 128 Pin TQFP
U2
BroadCom GIGA LAN BCM5787M 68 Pin QFN
PCIE3
Azalia
Audio conn
CN9
CN7
Internal MIC
BIOS
U14
IEEE 1394
CN13
CIR
U28
Card reader MMC SD MS MS DUO
CN28,29,30
Transformer
U20
RJ45
CN16
Speaker
CN5
AMP G1412
U18
MIC In
Line in MDC
CN31
Touch Pad
CN4
SPDIF
K/B
CN3
RJ11
CN17
FAN
CN15
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Board Layout
Top View
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CN1 CN2 U2 U6 U8 CN8 U13
LVDS Connector Switch Board Connector BCM5787 South Bridge (ICH8M) PCI Card Reader Controller (RICOH R5C833) Express Card Socket Winbond Keyboard Controller (WPC9769LDG)
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
U17 CN9 CN7 CN5 CN6 CN3 CN4
Audio Codec (ALC 268) Audio Board Connector Microphone Connector Speaker Connector Bluetooth Connector Keyboard Connector Touchpad Connector
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Bottom View
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
CN10 CN11 CN13 U20 CN16 CN17 CN21 CN22 CN28 CN31 CN27 U28
VGA Connector S-Video Connector Ethernet Controller (BCM5787) LAN Transform RJ45/RJ11 Jack Modem Cable Connector USB Connector USB Connector 5-in-1 Card Reader Modem Card Connector SATA HDD Connector Consumer Infrared Receiver
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U26 CN26 CN18 CN19 U22 CN20 U21 CN14 CN12 PJ1 CN15
Clock Generator Optical Disk Drive Connector DIMM Socket DIMM Socket North Bridge (965PM/GM) MXM Connector (for selected models only) CPU Socket Mini Card Socket Power Board Connector Battery Connector Fan Connector
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Your Acer Notebook tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new Aspire computer.
Front View
# 1 2
Icon
Item Built-in camera Status indicators
Description 0.3 megapixel web camera for video communication. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components. Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
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Speaker
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Wireless communication button/indicator Keyboard Touchpad 4-way scroll button Click buttons (left and right) Microphone Display screen WWW/E-mail/Userprogrammable buttons
# Item
Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. For entering data into your computer. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. To scroll up, down, left, and right. The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons. Internal microphone for sound recording. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Buttons to launch your internet browser, email reader, or a specified application. Turns the computer on and off. Launches the Empowering Technology toolbar. Enables/disables the Bluetooth® function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer.
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Power button Description Empowering button Bluetooth® communication button/ indicator Palmrest
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Closed Front View
"Easy-launch buttons" on page 18
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#
Icon
Item Power indicator
Description Indicates the computer's power status.
Description
Icon
Item
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Battery indicator
Indicates the computer's battery status.
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Infrared port
Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g, infrared printer and IR-aware computer). Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Accepts input from external microphones.
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Line-in jack
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Microphone-in jack
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Headphones/speaker/ line-out jack with S/PDIF support Volume control
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones).
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Increases and decreases the volume.
Left View
# 1
Icon
Item External display (VGA) port
Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
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S-video/TV-out (NTSC/ PAL) port 4-pin IEEE 1394 port
Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.
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4
# Icon Item
Ethernet (RJ-45) Description Modem (RJ-11) port
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (for selected models). Connects to a phone line.
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2 USB 2.0 ports
Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts one Express Card, 54mm or 34mm types.
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Express Card slot
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5-in-1 card reader
Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD).
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Right View
# 1
Icon
Item Optical drive
Description Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model). Lights up when the optical drive is 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). Connects to an AC adapter.
2 3 4 5
Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole 2 USB 2.0 ports
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DC-in jack
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Kensington lock slot
Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
Rear view
# 1
Icon
Item Ventilation slot
Description Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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Base view
# 1 2 3 4 5
Item Battery bay Battery lock Battery release latch Ventilation slots and cooling fan Back panel
Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's hard disk and main memory.
Indicators
The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators.
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up.
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Icon
Function
Description
Icon HDD
Function
Description Indicates when the hard disc or optical drive is active.
Num lock
Lights when Num Lock is activated.
Cap lock
Lights when Cap Lock is activated
Power
Lights up when the computer is on.
Battery
Lights up when the battery is being charged.
Bluetooth
Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.
Wireless LAN
Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
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 right of the keyboard there are three easy-launch buttons: Web browser, mail, and arcade buttons. You can also find an Empowering Key " located above the keyboard.
Press " " to run the 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 programmable buttons (Web browser button, mail button, and Empowering key), run the Acer Launch Manager.
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Launch key
Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable)
Web browser Mail Arcade
Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Acer Arcade utility
Touchpad Basics
The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:
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) buton to mimic your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.
Function Execute Left Button (1) Click twice quickly Main Touchpad (2) Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking the mouse button) Tap once Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor. Click once Click and hold to move up/down/left/ right. 4-Way Scroll Button (3) Right Button (4)
Select Drag
Click once Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor.
Access context menu Scroll
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.
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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.
Lock Key Caps Lock Num Lock +
Description When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. 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.
Scroll Lock +
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.
Desired Access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock On Type numbers in a normal manner. Hold while using cursor-control keys. Hold while typing letters on embedded keypad. Hold while using cursor-control keys. Type the letters in a normal manner. Num Lock Off
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Windows Keys
The keyboard has one key that performs Windows-specific functions.
Key Windows key Icon Description 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 function: + Displays the desktop. + Opens the Windows Explore. + Opens the Search: All Files dialog box. + Cycles through Sidebar gadgets. + Locks your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) + Opens Help and Support. + Minimizes all windows. + Opens the Run dialog box. + Cycles through programs no the taskbar. + Opens Ease of Access Center. + Opens Windows Mobility Center. + Displays the System Properties dialog box + + Restores the minimized windows to the desktop. + Activates next taskbar button. + Brings all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar. + + Searchs for computers (if you
are on a network) + + Uses the arrow keys to cycle
through programs on the taskbar by using Window Flip 3-D Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu.
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Hot Keys
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 key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Hot Key +
Icon
Function Hot key help
Description Displays help on hot keys.
+
Acer eSettings
Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager.
+
Acer ePower Management
Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 18. Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
+
Sleep
+
Display toggle
Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
+
Screen blank
Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return.
+
Touchpad toggle
Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
+
Speaker toggle
Turns the speakers on and off.
+<-x>
Brightness up
Increases the screen brightness.
+
Brightness down
Decreases the screen brightness
+ +
Play/Pause Stop
Plays or pauses the media. Stops the media playing.
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Hot Key + +
Icon
Function Previous
Description Returns to previous media file.
Next
Jumps to next media file.
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:
The Euro symbol
1. 2. Open a text editor or word processor. Either directly press the < > symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the<5> 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. 2. Open a text editor or word processor. Either directly press the < > key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.
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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 eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home TheaterTM on your system. 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.
For more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology toolbar, then click on the appropriate utility and select the Help or Tutorial function.
Empowering 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 Empowering Technology password, you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time.
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Acer eNet Management
Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to both wired and wireless networks in a 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.
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.
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Acer ePower Management
Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 20 Select a predefined power plan and click the " " 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.
For additional power options, click "More Power option".
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Acer eAudio Management
Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home TheaterTM on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game" mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound from just 2 speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. "Music" mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail.
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Acer ePresentation Management
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.
Acer eDataSecurity Management
Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file 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 filespecific 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!
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Acer eLock Management
Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you 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 MP3 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 (IR), 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.
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Acer eRecovery Management
Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your 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.
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.
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Acer eSettings Management
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.
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Getting to know your Acer Cystal Eye webcam
3 1 2 3
No. 1 2 3 Lens Power indicator
Item
Rubber grip (selected models only)
Launching the Acer Crytal Eye webcam
To launch the Acer Crystal Eye webcam, double click on the Acer Crystal Eye webcam icon on the screen. OR Click Start > All programs > Crystal Eye webcam > Acer Crystal Eye webcam. The Acer Crystal Eye webcam capture window appears.
Changing the Acer Crytal Eye webcam resolution
To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution button to select the desired resolution.
Using the Acer Crytal Eye webcam
The Acer Crystal Eye webcam is automatically selected as the capture device of any instant messenger (IM) application. To use the Acer Crystal Eye webcam in the IM application, 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.
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Using the System Utilities
NOTE: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)
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 open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by Panel Display Windows desktop Start Control right-clicking the Note: and selecting Personalize. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check Settings (2) box Extend the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor complete the process.
Apply
OK
Settings Apply
Start Control Panel Display (2) Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor OK
Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To accessPrograms please go to Start > GridVista Start All this function, Acer All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. Start All Programs Acer below: You may choose any one of the four display settings indicatedGridVista
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 is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. AcerGridVista is simple to set up: 1. 2. 3. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
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NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's Note: recommended value.
Launch Manager
Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons (see their locations mentioned in "EasyLaunch Buttons"). You can access the Launch Manager by clicking Start > All Programs > Launch Manager "Easy-launch buttons" on page 24 > Launch Manager to start the application.
Start All Programs Launch Manager
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
Item CPU type
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Specification Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700 (4MB, L2 cache Intel 2.0/2.2/2.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB) Intel® CoreTM2 Duo processor T7100 (2MB, L2 cache 1.8 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) Intel® CoreTM2 Duo processor T5250/T5450 (2MB, L2 cache 1.5/1.66 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) CoreTM2
Core logic CPU package CPU core voltage
Intel® 965PM/965GM Express chipset + ICH8M Intel 478-pin Micro FCBGA socket 0.9~1.1125V
CPU Fan True Value Table
TEST Condition: 35W@Ambient 35 degree C CPU Temperature Core 0 86 88 91 95 Core 1 86 88 91 95 Fan Speed (rpm) 3700 3450 3150 2800 Acoustic Level (dBA) 39 36.5 34.5 31
BIOS
Item BIOS vendor BIOS Version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size BIOS package Supported protocols Flash ROM 1MB 8 pin SOP ACPI 2.0/3.0, PCI 2.2, System/HDD Password Security Control, INT 15 Extensions, PnP BIOS 1.0a, SMBIOS 2.3, 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), Acer WMI, Acer LED, Acer VRAM, Acer MDA 2007 requirements, WfM 2.0, PXE (Preboot Execution Environment), BIS 1.0 (Boot Integrity Service Application Program Interface), Set by setup manual Phoenix Specification
BIOS password control
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
Item Cache controller Cache size 1st level cache control 2st level cache control Cache scheme control 256MB / 512MB / 1GB Always enabled Always enabled Fixed in write-back Specification
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System Memory
Item Memory controller Memory size DIMM socket number Supports memory size per socket Supports maximum memory size Supports DIMM type Supports DIMM Speed Supports DIMM voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Built-in Intel PM965 0MB (no on-board memory) 2 sockets 2GB 4GB (by two 1024MB SO-DIMM module) DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM 533/667 MHz 1.8V JEDEC 200-pin soDIMM You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they match the above specifications.
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Specification
Memory Combinations
Slot 1 0MB 0MB 0MB 0MB 0MB 128MB 128MB 128MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 0MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB Slot 2 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 256MB 384MB 640MB 1152MB 2176MB 384MB 512MB 768MB 1280MB 2304MB 640MB 768MB 1024MB 1536MB 2560MB 1024MB 1152MB 1280MB 1536MB 2048MB 3072MB 4096MB Total Memory
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System VRAM and VBIOS Options
eSetting System Memory 512Mb VBIOS Option in BIOS/ CMOS 128MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 2048MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 4096MB 128MB 256MB 512MB VRAM size Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available Dedicated Max. available 128MB 192MB 256MB 320MB 512MB 576MB 128MB 383MB 256MB 511MB 512MB 767MB 128MB 895MB 256MB 1023MB 512MB 1279MB 128MB 1919MB 256MB 2047MB 512MB 2303MB 4096MB 2303MB 4096MB 4096MB 2047MB 4096MB 4096MB 1919MB 4096MB 2048MB 1279MB 2048MB 2048MB 1023MB 2048MB 2048MB 895MB 2048MB 1024MB 767MB 1024MB 1024MB 511MB 1024MB 1024MB 383MB 1024MB 512MB 578MB 512MB 512MB 320MB 512MB System memory size 512MB VRAM size 192MB OS System memory size 512MB
LAN Interface
Item Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Features BroadCom BCM5787M 10/100/1000 Ethernet Giga LAN RJ45 Left side S5 Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI-E interface LAN controller LDCM support Specification
Modem Interface
Item Data modem data baud rate (bps) Supports modem protocol Modem connector type Modem connector location 56K V.90/V.92 RJ11 Right side Specification
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Bluetooth Interface
Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Connector type Specification FOXCONN T60H928.01 Bluetooth miniUSB module 723 bps (full speed data rate) Bluetooth 2.0+EDR USB 1.1 USB
Wireless Module 802.11b/g, 802.11a/b/g, 802.11a/g/n
Item Chipset Data throughput Protocol Interface Intel 11~54 Mbps 802.11b/g, 802.11a/b/g, or 802.11 a/g/n Mini PCI or Wi-Fi Specification
Hard Disk Drive Interface
Item Vendor & Model Name Seagate 40G ST9402112A Toshiba MK4025GAS Hitachi HTS421240H9AT00 WD WD400UE-22HCT0 Samsung M40MP0402H Seagate ST96812A Seagate ST960821A Toshiba MK6025GAS HGST HTS541260H9AT00 WD WD600UE-22HCT0 TOSHIBA MK8025GAS HITACHI HTS421280H9AT00 SEAGATE ST9808210A SEAGATE ST98823A TOSHIBA MK8026GAX HGST HTS541280H9AT00 WD WD800UE-22HCT0 80000 512 4 (for Hitachi) 3 (for Seagate) 2 4200 RPM
Capacity (MB) Bytes per sector Data heads Drive Format Disks Spindle speed (RPM) Buffer size Interface Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer, Mbytes/s) Data transfer rate (host~buffer, Mbytes/s) Voltage tolerance
40000 512 2
60000 512 3 (for Hitachi and Seagate) 4 (for Toshiba) 2 4200 RPM
1 4200 RPM
Performance Specifications 2048KB ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 372 8192KB ATA/ATAPI-6; ATA-6 350 8192KB ATA/ATA-6; ATA-6 350
100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5
100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5
100 MB/Sec. Ultra DMA mode-5
DC Power Requirements 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5% 5V(DC) +/- 5%
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DVD-Dual Interface
Item Vendor & model name Performance Specification Transfer rate (KB/sec) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format LITEON SOSW-833S PIONEER DVR-K16RA With CD Diskette Sustained: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec 2MB Enhanced IDE(ATAPI) compatible Support disc formats 1. Reads data in each CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-1, Video CD, CD-Extra and CD-Text 2. Reads data in Photo CD (single and Multi-session) 3. Reads standard CD-DA 4. Reads and writes CD-R discs 5. Reads and writes CD-RW discs 6. Reads and writes in each DVD+R/RW (Ver. 1.1) 7. Reads data in each DVD-ROM and DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for Authoring) 8. Reads and writes in each DVD-R (Ver. 2.0 for general), DVD-RW and DVD+R/RW (Ver1.1) Load: Manual Release: (a) Electrical Release (Release Button) (b) Release by ATAPI command (c) Emergency Release 5 V +/- 5 % (Operating) With DVD Diskette Sustained: Max 10.8Mbytes/sec Specification
Loading mechanism
Power Requirement Input Voltage
Audio Interface
Item 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 Realtek ALC268 Onboard Stereo 18 bit stereo full duplex HD audio Interface; S/PDIF output for PCM or AC-3 content 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHZ sample rate Yes Yes/2 (1.5W speakers) DMA channel 0 DMA channel 1 IRQ10, IRQ11 Specification
USB Port
Item Chipset USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of USB ports Location Serial port function control 2.0 USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 Host controller 4 Two on the left side; two on the right side Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Specification Integrated with ICH8M chipset
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Express Card Slot
Item PCI controller Supports card type Number of slots Access location Supports ZV (Zoomed Video) port Supports 32 bit CardBus RICOH R5C833 54mm and 34mm Express card One Express card Left side No ZV support Yes Specification
System Board Major Chips
Item Core logic LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b/g, a/b/g, a/g/n PCI controller Audio Intel ICH8M Broadcom BCM5787M Integrated with ICH8M chipset N/A Foxconn T60M951.00 Foxconn T60H928.01 Foxconn, Intel RICOH R5C833 Realtek ALC268 Controller
Keyboard
Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Winbond WPC8769L 88-/89-/93-key Yes Plug USB keyboard to the USB port directly: Yes Specification
Battery
Item Vendor & model name Specification BATTERY PACK SANYO LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0, 4000MAH BATTERY PACK SONY LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0, 4000MAH BATTERY PACK PANASONIC LIION 6 CELL 2.0, 4000MAH BATTERY PACK SIMPLO LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0, 4000MAH BATTERY PACK SANYO LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0, 4800MAH BATTERY PACK SONY LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0, 4800MAH BATTERY PACK SIMPLO LI-ION 6 CELL 2.0, 4800MAH Li-ion 4000/4800MAH 6
Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell
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Item Package configuration Normal voltage Charge voltage 3S2P 11.1V 16.8+-0.2v Specification
LCD 14.1" inch
Item Vendor & model name AUO B141EW04-V4 LF GLARE 14.1 inches 303.4x189.6 1280 x 800 WXGA 0.297x0.297 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White (cd/m2) 200 N/A 300 16 +3.3V Typ. 5.6/5.7 Specification LPL LP141WX1TLA1 GLARE 14.1 inches 303.4x189.6 1280 x 800 WXGA 0.297x0.297 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 200 N/A 300 16 +3.3V 3.96 AUO B141EW04-V3 LF NONEGLARE 14.1 inches 303.4x189.6 1280 x 800 WXGA 0.297x0.297 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 200 70 250 16 3.3V N/A SAMSUNG WXGA LTN141W3L01-0 GLARE 14.1 inches 303.4x189.6 1280 x 800 WXGA 0.297x0.297 R.G.B. Vertical Stripe Normally White 200 70 250 16 3.3V N/A
Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch Pixel Arrangement Display Mode Typical White Luminance also called Brightness Luminance Uniformity Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time)msec Nominal Input Voltage VDD Typical Power Consumption (watt) Weight Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface Support Color Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower Temperature Range (ºC) Operating Storage (shipping)
1 channel LVDS 262K colors 45/45 20/45 0 to +50 -25 to +60
1 channel LVDS 262K colors 45/45 20/45 0 to +50 -25 to +60
1 channel LVDS 262K colors 45/45 20/45 0 to +50 -25 to +60
1 channel LVDS 262K colors 45/45 20/45 0 to +50 -25 to +60
LCD Inverter
Item Vendor & model name Brightness conditions Input voltage (V) Input current (mA) Output voltage (V, rms) Output current (mA, rms) Output voltage frequency (k Hz) Darfon/V189-301GP N/A 9~21 2.56 (max) 780V (2000V for kick off) 6.5 (max) 65K Hz (max) Specification
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AC Adapter
Item Input rating Maximum input AC current Inrush current Efficiency Specification Inlet 3p, 19V/3.42A, 65W, w LED, w/o PFC, universal Inlet 3p, 19V/4.74A, 90W, w LED, w PFC, universal 3.42A / 4.74A 220A@115VAC 220A@230VAC 82% min. @115VAC input full load
System Power Management
ACPI mode Mech. Off (G3) Soft Off (G2/S5) Working (G0/S0) Suspend to RAM (S3) Power Management All devices in the system are turned off completely. OS initiated shutdown. All devices in the system are turned off completely. Individual devices such as the CPU and hard disc may be power managed in this state. CPU set power down VGA Suspend PCMCIA Suspend Audio Power Down Hard Disk Power Down CD-ROM Power Down Super I/O Low Power mode Also called Hibernation Mode. System saves all system states and data onto the disc prior to power off the whole system.
Save to Disk (S4)
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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 to enter Setup" message is prompted on the bottom of screen). Press m 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 during POST to enter multi-boot menu. In this menu, user can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP Utility.
Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit
CPU Type : CPU Speed : IDE1 Model Name : IDE1 Serial Number : ATAPI Model Name : System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Produce Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID:
Intel (R) Pentium(R) Dual CPU T2310 @ 1.46GHz 1460 MHz Hitachi HTS541616J9SA00 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Optiarc DVD RW AD-7530A v1.3701 SantaRosa 1436 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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F1 Help
Esc Exit
Select Item Select Menu
F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit
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Navigating the BIOS Utility
There are seven menu options: Info., Main, System Devices, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit. Follow these instructions: To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). To choose an option, use the cursor up/down keys (wy). To change an option format, press por q. A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press e 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 t. You can also press u 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 parameters 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.
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Information
Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit
CPU Type : CPU Speed : IDE1 Model Name : IDE1 Serial Number : ATAPI Model Name : System BIOS Version: VGA BIOS Version: Serial Number: Asset Tag Number: Produce Name: Manufacturer Name: UUID:
Intel (R) Pentium(R) Dual CPU T2310 @ 1.46GHz 1460 MHz Hitachi HTS541616J9SA00 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Optiarc DVD RW AD-7530A v1.3701 SantaRosa 1436 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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F1 Help
Esc Exit
Select Item Select Menu
F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit
NOTE: The system information is subject to different models.
Parameter CPU Type / CPU Speed IDE1 Model Name IDE1 Serial Number ATAPI Model Name System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name UUID Number
Description This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master. This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master. This field displays the model number of the installed ATAPI drive. Displays system BIOS version. This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system. This field displays the serial number of this unit. This field displays the asset tag number of the system. This field shows product name of the system. This field displays the manufacturer of this system. This will be visible only when an internal LAN device is presenting. UUID=32bytes
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Main
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.
Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility
Information Main Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help System Time: System Date : System Memory : Extended Memory : Video Memory : Quiet Boot : Power On Display : Network Boot : F12 Boot Menu : D2D Recovery : [19:03:49] [08/25/2007] 640 KB 2038 MB [8MB] [Enabled] [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] , , or selects field. Shows system base memory size Shows extended memory size
F1 Help Esc Exit
Select Item Select Menu
F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit
NOTE: The screen above is for your reference only. Actual values may differ.
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory
Description Sets the system time. The hours are displayed with 24-hour format. Sets the system date. This field reports the memory size of the system. Memory size is fixed to 640MB This field reports the memory size of the extended memory in the system. Extended Memory size=Total memory size-1MB Shows the Video memory size. Determines if Customer Logo will be displayed or 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.
Format/Option Format: HH:MM:SS (hour:minute:second) System Time Format MM/DD/YYYY (month/day/ year) System Date
Video Memory Quiet Boot
Option: Enabled or Disabled
Power On display
Auto: During power process, the system will 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).
Option: Auto or Both
Network Boot F12 Boot Menu
Enables, disables the system boot from LAN (remote server). Enables, disables Boot Menu during POST. NOTE: The Boot device change is only for one time change. In other words, the next time system reboot, the boot device sequence will be the same as the one defined in the BIOS setup (Boot menu).
Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: Disabled or Enabled
D2D Recovery
Enables, disables D2D Recovery function. The function allows the user to create a hidden partition on hard disc drive to store operation system and restore the system to factory defaults.
Option: Enabled or Disabled
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.
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Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility
Information Main Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is : User Password Is : Hard Disk Password Status : Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Set Hard Disk Password Password on boot : Clear Clear Clear [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [Disabled] Supervisor Password controls access to the setup utility.
F1 Help Esc Exit
Select Item Select Menu
F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit
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The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
Parameter Supervisor Password Is User Password Is Hard Disk Password Status Set Supervisor Password
Description Shows the setting of the Supervisor password Shows the setting of the user password. Shows the setting of the hard disk 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. 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. NOTE: Only when the supervisor password was set then user password can be set.
Option
Clear or Set Clear or Set Clear or HDD Password Set
Set User Password
Set Hard Disk Password
Press Enter to set the hard disk password. When set, this password protects the internal hard disk from unauthorized access. The user can not either enter the Setup menu nor change the value of parameters. Defines whether a password is required or not 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.
Password on boot
Disabled or Enabled
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 the w and y 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
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[ [
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Type a 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. 4. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the Supervisor Password parameter to "Set". If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter.
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When you are done, press u to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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 Supervisor Password box appears:
Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password
2. 3. 4.
[ [ [
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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". 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 e key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears:
Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password
2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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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. Press e. After setting the password, the computer sets the Supervisor 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. [Continue]
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If the current password entered does not match the actual current password, the screen will show you the Setup Warning.
Setup Warning Invalid 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. [Continue]
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Boot
This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system. Bootable devices includes the onboard hard disk drive, the CD-ROM in module bay, and any external USB device.
Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility
Information Main Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: IDE HDD: Hitachi HTS541616J9SA00-(S 2: IDE CD : Optiarc DVD RW AD-7530A-(P 3: PCI BEV : MBA v9.4.5 Slot 0500 4: USB HDD : 5: USB CDROM : 6: USB FDC : 7: USB KEY : 8: Excluded from boot order :
Keys used to view or configure devices : Up and Down arrows select a device. <+> and <-> moves the device up or down. and specifies the device fixed or removable. exclude or include the device to boot. enables or disables a device. <1 - 4> Loads default boot sequence.
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit
F1
Help
Select Item Select Menu
F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu
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The Exit screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use.
Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) Setup Utility
Information Main Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.
F1
Help
Select Item Select Menu
F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit
Esc Exit
The table below describes the parameters in this screen.
Parameter Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes
Description Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Exit utility without saving setup data to CMOS. Load default values for all SETUP item. Load previous values from CMOS for all SETUP items. Save Setup Data to CMOS.
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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 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. 2. 3. Prepare a bootable diskette. Copy the flash utilities to the bootable diskette. Then boot the system from the bootable diskette. The flash utility has auto-execution function.
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Machine Disassembly and 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: 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.
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General Information
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. 2. 3. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system. Remove the battery pack.
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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.
Start
Battery Pack
D*5 F*1
F*1
F*2
Thermal Door
Mimi Cover
HDD Door
B*1 D*1
F*1
H*4
System Fan
ODD Module
Memory
HDD Bracket
HDD
B*4
Thermal Module
Middle Cover
CPU
F*2
Keyboard
C*2 LCD hinges to logic D*2 LCD hinges to logic C*2 on bottom side
LCD Module
C*8 upper case assembly to lower case assembly on bottom side C*2 upper case assembly to lower case assembly on upper side
Lower Case Assembly
Upper Case Assembly
F*1
F*2
F*1
Modem Board
Switch Board (for AS models)
Media Board (for AS models)
Touchpad Bracket
F*1
Main Board Touchpad
F*2
Touchpad FFC
Lower Case
Speaker Set
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LCD Module
B*4
LCD Bezel
G*1 for 15" G*2 for 15.4"
LCD Inverter
B*2
LCD Panel
LCD Assembly
G*2 for 15.4"
Wireless Antenna Set
LCD Cable
F*8 (4 on left; 4 on right) LCD Bracket Sets
LCD
Screw List
Item A B C D E Description SCREW M2.0*3.0-I-NI-NYLOK SCREW M2.5*4.0-I(NI)(NYLOK) SCREW M2.5*3.5-I(BNI)(NYLOK) SCREW M1.6*3-I(NI)(NYLOK) SCREW M2.5 *7L-BNI-NYLOK Part Number 86.A08V7.005 86.D01V7.001 86.AHS07.001 86.AHS07.002 86.A10V7.006
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Removing the Battery Pack
1. 2. Unlock the battery lock as shown. Slide the battery release latch then remove the battery.
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Removing the HDD Module/ODD Module/Memory/Wireless LAN Card/ Keyboard and the LCD Module
1. Press and release the PC dummy card from the PC slot as shown.
2. 3.
To access the internal laptop components, you have to first remove the back panel. Turn over the laptop and remove the seven screws fastening the back panel. Lift the back panel up as shown.
Removing the HDD Module
4. 5. Remove the two screws fastening the HDD module bracket. Pull the tab on the HDD bracket to remove the HDD module in the direction of the arrow.
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Removing the ODD Module
6. 7. Remove the screw fastening the ODD module. Use a flat screwdriver to gently push out the ODD module as shown.
Removing the Memory
8. 9. Pull out the snaps securing the memory in place. The memory will pop up. Remove the memory from the DIMM socket (If the notebook has two memory modules, then repeat this step).
Removing the Wireless LAN Card
10. Remove the two screws fastening the wireless LAN card panel. 11. Lift up the panel as shown. 12. Disconnect the three antennae from the wireless LAN card.
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13. Remove the two screws fastening the wireless LAN card. 14. Take out the wireless LAN card from the main unit.
Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module
1. 2. Remove the eight screws fastening the keyboard and LCD module to the main unit. Turn the notebook over and gently pry up and remove the switch board cover as shown.
3. 4.
Lift the keyboard up and towards you. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the main board and remove the keyboard from the main unit.
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5. 6. 7.
Disconnect both ends of the switch board FFC cable. Disconnect the LCD and microphone cables, and pull through the wireless LAN antennae from the underside of the main unit. Remove the six screws securing the hinges.
8.
Detach the LCD module from the main unit.
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Disassembling the Main Unit
Separate the Main Unit Into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
1. 2. 3. Remove the ten screws fastening the lower case assembly to the upper case assembly. Turn the notebook over and remove the three screws fastening the switch board. Remove the switch board from the main unit.
4. 5. 6.
Remove the ten screws fastening the upper case assembly to the lower case assembly. Disconnect the touchpad, speaker and bluetooth cables. Gently lift off the upper case assembly from the lower case assembly.
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
Removing the Main Board
1. 2. 3. Remove the two screws fastening the main board to the lower case. Disconnect both ends of the audio board FFC cable as shown. Remove the main board.
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Removing the Audio Board
4. 5. Remove the screw fastening the audio board. Remove the audio board.
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
Removing the Bluetooth Module
1. 2. Remove the two screws fastening the Bluetooth module. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable to remove the Bluetooth module.
Removing the Speakers
3. 4. Remove the three screws fastening the speakers. Remove the speakers.
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Removing the Touchpad Cable
5. Disconnect the touchpad FFC cable from the touchpad module as shown.
Disassembling the Main Board
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