Acer Aspire 6930, Aspire 6930G Service Manual
Aspire 6930/6930G Series
Service Guide
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Copyright
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any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without
the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
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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.
Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Corporation.
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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.
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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.
2. 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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Table of Contents
System Specifications 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Your Acer Notebook tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Closed Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Easy-Launch Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Special Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the System Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Hardware Specifications and Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
System Utilities 33
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Navigating the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
BIOS Flash Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Remove HDD/BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Machine Disassembly and Replacement 47
Disassembly Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Pre-disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
External Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
External Modules Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Removing the SD dummy card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Removing the ExpressCard dummy card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Removing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Removing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Removing the VGA Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Removing the TV Tuner Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Removing the Main Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Removing the Optical Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Removing the Secondary Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Main Unit Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Removing the Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Removing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
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Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Removing the Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Removing the Antenna Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Removing the Upper Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Removing the Finger Print Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Removing the USB Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Removing the Modem Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Removing the Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Removing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Removing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Removing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
LCD Module Disassembly Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Removing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Removing the Inverter Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Removing the Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Removing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
LCD Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Replacing the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Replacing the LCD Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Main Module Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Replacing the CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Replacing the Thermal Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Replacing the Mainboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Replacing the Bluetooth Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Replacing the Modem Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Replacing the Finger Print Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Replacing the Upper Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Replacing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Replacing the Speaker Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Replacing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Replacing the Power Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Replacing the Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Replacing the Second Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Replacing the ODD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Replacing the Main Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Replacing the WLAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Replacing the TV Tuner Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Replacing the VGA Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Replacing the DIMM Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Replacing the Lower Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Replacing the ExpressCard and SD Card Dummy Trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Troubleshooting 123
Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Power On Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
No Display Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Random Loss of BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
LCD Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Built-In Keyboard Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Touchpad Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Internal Speaker Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Internal Microphone Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
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HDD Not Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
USB Failure (Rightside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
External Mouse Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Other Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Undetermined Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
POST Codes Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Chipset POST Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Core POST Code Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Jumper and Connector Locations 147
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Clearing Password Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 151
Aspire 6930/6930G Exploded Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
Main Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
Aspire 6930/6930G FRU List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154
Screw List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Model Definition and Configuration 164
Aspire 6930/6930G Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Test Compatible Components 215
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Peripheral Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Online Support Information 225
Index 227
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System Specifications
Features
Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many feature:
NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models.
Operating System
• Genuine Windows® Vista™
Platform
• Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology, featuring:
• Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor
• Mobile Intel® PM45/GM45 Express Chipset*
• Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300*
• Intel® Pentium® dual-core processor*
• Mobile Intel® PM45/GM45 Express Chipset*
Chapter 1
System Memory
• Dual-Channel SDRAM support
• Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules
TV Tuner
• Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T*
Display and graphics
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 16" Full HD 1920 x 1080
• 16" HD 1366 x 768
• Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset*
• NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS*
• NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GS*
• NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT*
NOTE: Nvidia VGA chipsets apply to Aspire 6930G. The Intel VGA chipset applies to Aspire 6930.
Chapter 1 1
Storage subsystem
• 2.5" hard disk drive
• Intel® Turbo Memory supported*
• Optical drive options:
• Blu-ray Disc™ /DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive*
• DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive*
• 5-in-1 card reader
Audio
• Dolby®-epitomized surround sound system with two bu ilt-in stereo speakers and one subwoofer*
supporting low-frequency effects
• True5.1-channel surround sound output
• High-definition audio support
• S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers
• Acer PureZone technology with two built-in stereo microphones
• MS-Sound compatible
Communication
• Acer Video Conference, featuring:
• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam*
• Acer PureZone technology*
• Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone*
• WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300*
• WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)*
• LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready
• Modem: 56K ITU V.92
Dimensions and Weight
• 385 (W) x 277.5 (D) x 41/43.9 (H) mm (15.71 x 11.49 x 1.61/1.73 inches)
• 3.50 kg (7.71 lbs.) with 2 HDDs and 8-cell battery pack
• 3.40 kg (7.49 lbs.) with 2 HDDs and 6-cell battery pack
Privacy control
• Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution*
• BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords
• Kensington lock slot
2 Chapter 1
Power subsystem
• ACPI 3.0
• 71 W 4800 mAh*
• 48.8 W 4400 mAh*
• 3-pin 90 W AC adapter*
• 3-pin 65 W AC adapter*
• ENERGY STAR® 4.0
Special keys and controls
• 105/106-key keyboard
• Touchpad pointing device
I/O interface
• Acer EasyPort IV connector*
• ExpressCard™/54 slot
• Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader*
• 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD)
• 3 USB 2.0 ports
• USB 2.0 / eSATA port *
NOTE: If you plug an eSATA device you will have three USB ports available in the mean time.
• HDMI™ port with HDCP support*
• External display (VGA) port
• Consumer infrared (CIR) port
• RF-in jack*
• Headphones/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 °C
• Humidity (non-condensing):
• Operating: 20% to 80%
• Non-operating: 20% to 80%
NOTE: Items marked with * denote only selected models. The specifications listed above are for reference
only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.
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System Block Diagram
eSATA Conn.
USB1
USB Port x 3
USB0, 4, 7
Bluetooth
USB5
CCD
USB11
FingerPrint
Wire Docking
USB10
Speaker
Audio Amplifier
CLOCK GENERATOR
ICS: ICS9LPRS365BGLFT
SELGO: SLG8SP512K05
DDRII
eSATA Buffer
(PI2EQX3021)
Sub-Amplifier
(MAX9736B)
X'TAL
14.318MHz
HDD (SATA) *2
ODD (SATA)
Audio CODEC
(ALC888S)
Line in
Dual Channel DDR2
667/800 MHz
SATA0
SATA4
SATA1
SATA5
USB 2.0
Azalia
MDC 1.5
Int. D-MIC
MIC JackS/PDIF SUBWOOFER
Penryn 479
HDCP ROM
(Option)
WIRE CONN.
FSB
667/800/1067 Mhz
NB
Cantiga
X4 DMI interface
SB
ICH9M
EC (WPC775LDG)
SPI ROM
Touch Pad
K/B COON.
LPC
Thermal Sensor
MXM (n-Vidia)
NB9M-GS
PCIE
LVDS
RGB
PCI-Express
USB8
X'TAL
32.768KHz
USB2
X'TAL
32.768KHz
MMB
CIR
VRAM 512MB
Media
Cardreader
(RTS5158E)
Card Reader
Connector
Fan Driver
EXT_LVDS
EXT_CRT
EXT_DVI
INT_LVDS
INT_CRT
LAN SWITCH
(PI3L500)
PCIE-1
PCIE-2&4
PCIE-6
ATHEROS
Giga-LAN
(AR8121)
Transformer
RJ45
DDR PWR
TPS5116
THERMAL
PROTECTION
2.5V/ 1.5V PWR
DISCHARGER
POWER TREE
SWITCH
CIRCUIT
HDMI switch
(PS8122)
X'TAL
25MHz
DOCKING/DVI
USB6
New Card
Mini Card
USB2 & 3
DOCK/LAN
CHARGER
ISL6251
3/5V SYS PWR
ISL6237
CPU CORE PWR
ISL6262A
+1.05V
RT8202
CRT
LVDS
HDMI
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Your Acer Notebook tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer.
Front View
No. Icon Item Description
1 Acer Crystal Eye
webcam
2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),
4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
5 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to
Chapter 1 5
Web camera for video communication (only for
certain models).
displays computer output (Configuration
may vary by models).
show the status of the computer's functions
and components.
No. Icon Item Description
6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
7 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when
you use the computer.
8 Click buttons
(left, center* and
right)
9 T ouchpad T ouch-sensitive pointing device which functions
10 VOL + Volume Up Increase system volume/decrease system
VOL - Volume Down
11 Acer MediaT ouch
keys
12 Easy-launch
buttons
13 Empowering key Launch Acer Empowering Technology.
14 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio
The left and right buttons function like the left
and right mouse buttons.
*The center button serves as Acer BioProtection fingerprint reader supporting Acer
FingerNav 4-way control function (only for
certain models).
like a computer mouse.
volume.
For use with Acer Arcade and other media
playing programs.
Buttons for launching frequently used
programs.
output.
Closed Front View
No. Icon Item Description
1 5-in-1 card
reader
2 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control
Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard
(MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick
PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD).
Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only
one card can operate at any given time.
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Left View
No. Icon Item Description
1 DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter
2 Ethernet (RJ-45)
port
3 Acer EasyPort IV
connector
4 External display
(VGA) port
5
6
7 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices
8 Headphones/
HDMI
e SATA
HDMI port Supports high definition digital video
USB 2.0 /
e SATA port
/
speaker/line-out
jack with S/PDIF
support
Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based
network.
Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain
models).
Connects to a display device
(e.g. external monitor, LCD projector).
connections (only for certain models).
Connects to USB 2.0 or eSATA devices (only
for certain models).
Note: If you plug an eSATA device you will
have three USB ports available in the mean
time.
(e.g. USB mouse, USB camera).
Connects to audio line-out devices
(e.g., speakers, headphones).
player, stereo walkman, mp3 player).
9 ExpressCard/54
slot
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Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.
Right View
No. Icon Item Description
1 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g. USB mouse,
USB camera).
2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.
3 Optical disk access
indicator
4 Optical drive eject
button
5 Emergency eject
hole
6 Modem (RJ-11)
port
7 RF-in port Accepts input signals from digital TV Tuner
Kensington lock
slot
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.
Note: Insert a paper clip into the emergency eject
hole to eject the optical drive tray when the
computer is off.
Connects to a phone line.
devices (only for certain models).
Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer
security lock.
Rear View
No. Item Description
1 Tuba The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking
movie-house audio.
2 Ventilation
slots
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Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
Bottom View
No. Icon Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
2 Battery release
latch
3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
4 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with
5 Hard disk bay-
Secondary
6 Memory
compartment
7 Ventilation slots
and cooling fan
Releases the battery for removal.
screws).
Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with
screws) (only for certain models).
Houses the computer's main memory.
Enable the computer to stay cool, even after
prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the
fan.
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Indicators
The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators:
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed.
Icon Function Description
Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.
WLAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN
communication.
Power Indicates the computer's power status.
Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.
HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The battery light show s 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, Arcade 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 the Acer Launch Manager.
Icon Function Description
Empowering Technology Launch Acer Empowering Technology.
(user-programmable)
Web browser Internet browser (user-Programmable)
Mail Email application (user-Programmable)
Bluetooth communication
switch
Wireless communication
switch
Enables/disables the Bluetooth function.
Enables/disables the wireless function.
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Touchpad Basics (with fingerprint reader)
The following items show you how to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader:
• 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 Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function
(only for certain models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (only for certain models) to scroll up or down
and move left or right a page. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your cursor pressing on the
right scroll bar of Windows applications.
Function Left Button (1) Right Button (3) Main touchpad (2)
Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed
as double-clicking a mouse
button).
Select Click once. Tap once.
Drag Click and hold, then use
finger on the touchpad to
drag the cursor.
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.
Access
Click once.
context menu
NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - and your fingers - dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger
movement; 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 numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function
and special keys.
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock key Description
Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Num Lock
<Fn> + <F11>
Scroll Lock <Fn> +
<F12>
When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys
function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use
this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution
would be to connect an external keypad.
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press
the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some
applications.
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters
located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols
are not printed on the keys.
Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off
Number keys on
embedded keypad
Cursor-control keys on
embedded keypad
Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing letters on
Type numbers in a normal manner.
Hold <Shift> while using cursorcontrol keys.
embedded keypad.
Hold <Fn> while using cursorcontrol keys.
Type the letters in a normal
manner.
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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key Description
Windows key 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:
<>: Open or close the S tart menu
<> + <D>: Display the desktop
<> + <E>: Open Windows Explore
<> + <F>: Search for a file or folder
<> + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
<> + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or
switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)
<> + <M>: Minimizes all windows
<> + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
<> + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
<> + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
<> + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
<> + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
<> + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the desktop
<> + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
<> + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar
Application
key
<CTRL> +
<CTRL> + <> + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the
application's context menu.
<> + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
as described.
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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 <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.
<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings
Management
<Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower
Management
<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the display
<Fn> + <F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save
<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
Launches Acer eSettings Management in Acer
Empowering Technology.
Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer
Empowering Technology.
screen, external monitor (if connected) and
both.
power. Press any key to return.
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Special Key
You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your
keyboard.
The Euro symbol
1. Open a text editor or word processor.
2. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: 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.
2. Hold <Shift> 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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Using the System Utilities
Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain 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 with 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.
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
select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the
display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click
Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.
Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows
on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start´ All Programs and click on Acer GridVista.
You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:
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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. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.
2. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.
3. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturer's
recommended value.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
Item Specification
CPU type Intel Penryn (dual core)
CPU Features
Power VCC-CORE: voltage for the future processor will depend on VID0- 6 for battery
CPU package Intel 479 pin Micro-FCPGA
• Supports Intel architecture with Dynamic execution
• On-die, primary 32-KB instruction cache and 32-KB write-back data cache
• On-die, up to 6MB second level shared cache with advanced transfer cache
architecture
• Streaming SIMD Extensions 2 (SSE2), Streaming SIMD Extensions 3 (SSE3)
• Supplemental streaming SIMD extensions 3 (SSSE3) and SSE4.1 instruction
sets
• 1066MHz source-synchronous front side bus (FSB)
• Advanced power management features including Enhanced Intel SpeedStep®
• Technology and dynamic FSB frequency switching
• Digital thermal sensor (DTS)
• Execute disable bit support for enhanced security
• Intel® Dynamic Acceleration Technology and Enhanced Multi Threaded
• Thermal Management (EmTTM)
• Support enhanced Intel Virtualization Technology
mode and setting via software for adapter mode for the future processor
Northbridge
Item Specification
Chipset Intel Crestline PM45/GM45
Features
• Processor host bus supports, 667/800/1066MHz FSB support
• Supports Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667/800 MHz
• Supports Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM at 800/1066 MHz
• Integrated SDRAM controller up to 8GB (2 SODIMM support)
• External Graphics interface for PCI Express Architecture support
• DMI x2 and DMI x 4 for connection between GMCH and ICH9M
• Supports ACPI 3.0
Power 1.05V core, 1.5V,VCCSM(DDR2 = 1.8V/DDR3=1.5V),2.5V,3.3V
Package FCBGA 1329 balls
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Southbridge
Item Specification
Chipset ICH9M
Features
• Upstream accelerated Hub architecture interface for access to GMCH
• PCI Express Base Specification, Revision 1.1 support
• PCI 2.3 interface. (4 PCI Request/Grant pairs)
• ACPI Power Management Logic Support
• Enhanced DMA controller, interrupt controller, timers functions
• Integrated Serial ATA host controllers with independent DMA operation on
six ports and AHCI support
• USB 1.1 & USB 2.0 Host controllers
• Supports Intel High Definition Audio (Intel HD Audio) Interface
• Supports Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
• Supports Intel® Active Management Technology
• Low Pin Count (LPC) interface
• 6 PCIe ports
Power 1.05V core,1.5V,3.3V,5V CMOS I/O
Package BGA 676 balls
System Board major Chips
Item Specifications
Core logic Penryn, Cantiga (GM45/ PM45), ICH9M
VGA UMA and MXM
LAN Ateros AR8121
USB 2.0 Integrated with ICH9M
Super I/O controller N/A
MODEM
Wireless LAN
• Foxconn Conexant -Unizion 1.5_3.3v T60M955.02
• Foxconn Conexant -Unizion 1.5_3.3v AUS T60M955.0x
• Lite-On Conexant -Unizion 1.5_3.3v AUS RD02-D330
• Intel WLAN 512AN_HMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#895373
• Intel WLAN 512AN_MMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#895361
• Intel WLAN 533AN_HMWG Shirley Peak MM#895401
• Intel WLAN 533AN_MMWG Shirley Peak MM#895362
• QMI Wireless LAN Atheros AR5B91 1x2 BGN
• Foxconn Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Ralink RT2700E 1x2 BGN
• Intel WLAN 512AG_MMWG Shirley Peak 5100 MM#897004
• Intel WLAN 533ANXMMWG Echo Peak 5350 MM#895365
Bluetooth Foxconn Bluetooth FOX_BRM_2.0 F/W 300
Media Card Reader Realtek RTS5158E
Audio Codec Realtek ALC888S
Clock Generator Seligo SLG8SP512K05
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CPU Fan True Value Table
Level Fan On Temp. Fan Off Temp. RPM Throttling dB(A)
0 50 45 2300 31
1 60 55 2600 34
2 70 65 2800 37
3 80 75 3100 40
• Throttling 50%: On =93C; Off=85C
• OS Shut down: 105C
• H/W Shut down: 110C
Fan default: 3.5V
BIOS ROM
Item Specification
BIOS Vendor Phoenix
BIOS Version 3120
BIOS ROM Type W25X16AVSSIG
BIOS ROM Size 16 MB
BIOS Package 8 PIN SOIC
Supported Protocols SPI
BIOS Password control Set by setup manual
System Clock
Item Specification
Chipset Silego SLG8SP512K05
Features
• 200/166Mhz for CPU, GMCH
• 100MHz clock buffer for GMCH, ICH8M and PCI-E device, SATA, Docking
station
• 96MHz GMCH
• 48Mhz for USB clock inside ICH8M
• 33Mhz PCI clock for PCI device, LPC
• 14.31818Mhz for ICH8M
• Support spread spectrum function, for reducing EMI
• Support SM bus interface.
Power 3.3V
Package 64 pin TSSOP
Crystal and Oscillator
Item Specification
Features
• 14.31818Mhz crystal for clock chip
• 32.768Khz crystal for RTC inside ICH9M and EC/ WPC775LDG
• 25MHZ crystal for Atheros LAN controller AR8121
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