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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
SCREEN MESSAGESDenotes actual messages that appear
on screen.
NOTEGives bits and pieces of additional
information related to the current
topic.
WARNINGAlerts you to any damage that might
result from doing or not doing specific
actions.
CAUTIONGives precautionary measures to
avoid possible hardware or software
problems.
IMPORTANTReminds 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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System Specifications
Features
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
Performance
TIntel
TIntel
TIntel
TCPU Package is uFPGA 478 Package
TIntegrated Intel
Memory
T256MB or 512MB of DDRII 400/533
TUpgradeable to 2GB Memory by Dual channels of SODIMM
T512KB flash ROM BIOS
®
915GM PCI Express chipset
®
Pentium® M processor 740/750/760/770/780 (2MB L2 cache, 1.60/1.73/1.86/2/2.13/2.26
MultiMedia card (MMC), Sedure Digital (SD) and
xD-Picture Card.
Note: Only one care can operate at any given time.
Press to enable/disable Bluetooth function. Lights
to indicate the status of Bluetooth communications.
(for TM4600 only)
7Wireless
communications
button/indicator
Press to enable/disable Wireless function. Lights to
indicate the status of wireless LAN
communications. (manufacturing option)
Left View
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#ItemDescription
Note:
"Launch keys" on page 10
"Launch keys" on page 10
"Launch keys" on page 10
1Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible
2Modem (RJ-11) portConnects to a phone line.
3Infrared portInterfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared
printer and IR-aware computer).
4Two USB 2.0 portsConnect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse,
USB camera).
5Line-in jackAccepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD
player, stereo walkman).
6Microphone jackAccepts input from external microphones.
7Headphones/speaker/
line-out jack
NOTE: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending
on the optical drive module installed.
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers,
headphones).
Right View
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#IconItemDescription
Note:
Note:
Note:
1PC Card slot eject
button
2PC Card slotConnects to one Type II CardBus PC Card.
3USB 2.0 portsConnect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices
4IEEE 1394 port (6-pin) Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.
5Ventilation slotsEnable the computer to stay cool, even after
6Network jackConnects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based
Ejects the PC Card from the slot.
(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
prolonged use.
network (for selected models).
7DC-in jackConnects to an AC adapter.
Rear View
#IconItemDescription
1External display portConnects to a display device (e.g., external
124-pin Acer ezDock
connector
monitor, LCD projector).
Connects to Acer ezDock.
Battery bayHouses the computer’s battery pack.
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Bottom View
#ItemDescription
1Battery bayHouses the computer’s battery pack.
2Battery lockLocks the battery in position.
3Cooling fanHelps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
4Mini PCI card bayHouses the computer’s Mimi PCI card.
5Memory and hard disk bayHouses the computer’s main memory and hard disk (secured with
screws).
6Battery release latchRelease the battery for removal.
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Indicators
"Launch keys" on page 10
"Launch keys" on page 10
"Launch keys" on page 10
The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the left side of the keyboard, and four on the front
panel.
The power, battery and wireless communiction status indicators are visible even when the LCd display is
closed.
IconItemDescription
Caps Lock activityLights when Caps Lock is activated.
Num Lock activiyLights when Num Lock is activated.
Media activityLights when the hard disk or optical drive is active.
BatteryLights up when the battery is being charged.
PowerLights up when the computer is on.
BluetoothIndicates the status of Bluetooth communication.
Wireless LANIndicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shwos amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows
green when in AC mode.
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Easy-launch buttons
Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch
buttons. The are: mail, Web Browser, Empowering Key <> and one user-programmable button.
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.
Easy-launch buttonDefault application
MailEmail application (user-programmable)
Web browserInternet browser (user-programmable)
Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable)
PUser-programmable
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Touchpad
The build-in touchpad is pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor
responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest
provides optimum comfort and support.
Touchpad Basics
Use the touchpad as follows:
TMove your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.
TPress the left (1) and right (4) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do 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
TUse the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button
mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of windows applications.
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.
move up/down/left/
right.
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Using the Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and
twelve function keys.
Lock Keys and embedded mumeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock KeyDescription
Caps LockWhen 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 AccessNum Lock OnNum Lock Off
Number keys on embedded
keypad
Cursor-control keys on
embedded keypad
Main keyboard keysHold <Fn> while typing
Type numbers in a normal
manner.
Hold <Shift> while using
cursor-control keys.
letters on embedded
keypad.
Hold <Fn> while using
cursor-control keys.
Type the letters in a normal
manner.
Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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KeyIconDescription
Windows keyPressed alone, this key has the same effect as
Application
key
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:
+ <Tab> Activates next taskbar button.
+ <E> Opens the My Computer window
+ <F1> Opens Help and Support.
+ <F> Opens the Find: All Files dialog box.
+ <R> Opens the Run dialog box.
+ <M> Minimizes all windows.
<Shift>+ + <M> Undoes the minimize all windows
action.
This key has the same effect as clicking the right
mouse button; it opens the application’s context
menu.
Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sreen
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Hot KeyIconFunctionDescription
Fn-F1Hot key helpDisplays help on hot keys.
Fn-F2Acer eSettingLaunches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager.
Fn-F3Acer
ePowerManagement
Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in Acer
eManager.
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Hot KeyIconFunctionDescription
Fn-F4SleepPuts the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn-F5Display toggleSwitches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both.
Fn-F6Screen blankTurns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Fn-F7Touchpad toggleTurns the internal touchpad on and off.
Fn-F8Speaker toggleTurns the speakers on and off.
Fn-wVolume upIncreases the speaker volume.
Fn-yVolume downDecreases the speaker volume.
Fn-xBrightness upIncreases the screen brightness.
Fn-zBrightness downDecreases the screen brightness
Special Key
You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.
To t y pe :
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The Euro symbol
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Either directly press the <> symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the<5> symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.
The US dollar sign
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Either directly press the <> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift> and then press the
<4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.
NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
20Chapter 1
Using System Utilities
“Launch keys” on page 20
Acer eSetting
“Launch keys” on page 20
Acer eSetting
Acer ePresentation
“Launch keys” on page 20
Acer eSetting
Acer ePresentation
Acer ePowerManagement
“Launch keys” on page 20
Acer eSetting
Acer ePresentation
Acer ePowerManagement
Acer eRecovery
Acer eManager
Innovative Acer eManagement software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. At the press
of Acer Empowering Key, the Acer eManager user interface appears, featuring four main settings -- Acer
eSetting, Acer ePresentation, Acer ePowerManagement and Acer eRecovery.
IconItemDescription
Acer eSettingIt is an easy way to manage the settings and security of
your PC.
Acer ePresentationIt takes the hassle out of making presentations.
Acer
ePowerManagement
Acer eRecoveryIt backs up your files preventing data loss in the event of a
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It provides a central location from where to control all your
PC’s power schemes and maximise battery life.
system crash.
Launch Manager
Start
Launch Manager allows you to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard.
You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start
the application.
22Chapter 1
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
ItemSpecification
CPU type
CPU package CPU on board no socket
CPU core voltageDepend on DVI
CPU I/O voltage1.2V
System Board Major Chips
ItemController
System core logic
Super I/O controllerNS 87392, LPC interface
Audio controllerCodec ALC655
Video controller
Hard disk drive controllerICH6-M
Keyboard controllerRenesas RE144B
FIR controllerNS 87392
PCMCIA / card reader / 1394
controller
DDR-soDIMM controller
®
Pentium® M processor 740/750/760/770/780 (2MB L2 cache, 1.73/
Intel
1.87/2.0/2.13/2.26 GHz, 533 MHz FSB)
®
Intel
Celeron® M processor 360/370/380 (1MB L2 cache, 1.4/1.5/1.6