Removing the Webcam
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 3. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 4. See Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 5. See Removing the DIMM on page 46. 6. See Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 7. See Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 8. See Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 9. See Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 10. See Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 11. See Separating the Upper Case from the...
Information
The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. IDEO Model Name IDEO Serial Number IDE1 Model Name IDE1 Serial Number ATAPI Model Name System BIOS Version VGA BIOS Version KBC Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name UUID Intel R Core TM 2 Duo CPU U9400 1.40GHz
EasyLaunch Buttons
Located above the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are Backup and Acer PowerSmart indicators buttons. Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. Puts your computer into power-saving mode.
Removing the LCD Bezel
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 'Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 'Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 'Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 'Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 'Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53 'Removing the LCD Module on page 59. Remove...
Removing the Lower Cover
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. Remove the two screws F and five captive screws securing the lower cover. 3. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover. 3. Use a plastic screw driver to carefully pry open the lower cover. 4. Remove the lower cover from the lower case.
Removing the Battery Pack
2. Slide the battery lock unlock latch to the unlock position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the release position. 4. Then slide out the battery from the battery bay. Note Battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Please detach the battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
Removing the Optical Drive Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 3. Remove the one screw E securing the optical drive. 4. Remove the one screw B securing the locker bracket and remove the locker bracket from the optical disk drive module.
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is to be tested. If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the flexible cable extending from the keyboard is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. If the keyboard cable connection is correct, run the Keyboard Test. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU 1. Reconnect the keyboard cables....
Intermittent Problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following 1. Run the advanced diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3. If any error is detected,...
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 3. Using the plastic tab, lift up the the hard disk drive module and remove it from the bay. NOTE To prevent damage to device, avoid pressing down on it or placing heavy objects on top of it. 4. Remove the two screws D securing the hard disk to the bracket and remove the hard disk from the bracket.
Removing the Speaker Module
Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 'Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 'Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 'Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 'Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 'Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53. 12. Remove the two screws A securing the left...
Touchpad Basics with twoclick buttons
The following items show you how to use the touchpad with two-click buttons. Move your finger across the touchpad 1 to move the cursor. Press the left 2 and right 3 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. Tap twice at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button . Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to...
Removing the LCD Panel
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 'Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 'Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 'Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 'Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 'Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53 'Removing the LCD Module on page 59....
Removing the RTC Battery
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 3. Disconnect the RTC battery cable from the system board and lift to remove it. NOTE Be careful when removing the RTC battery. It is glued to the system board. RTC battery has been highlighted with the yellow circle as above image shows. Please battery and follow local regulations for disposal.
Removing the Power Button Board
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 3. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 4. See Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 5. See Removing the DIMM on page 46. 6. See Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 7. See Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 8. See Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 9. See Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 10. See Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 11. See Separating the Upper Case from the...
Special Key only for certain models
You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and or bottom-right of your keyboard. 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either press lt gt at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key 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. 1. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Either press...
Removing the Mini Board Module
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 'Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 'Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 'Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 'Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 'Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53 'Removing the System Board on page 61. 13....
Info
Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs. Lights up when the optical drive is active. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. Note Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Connects to USB 2.0 devices e.g., USB mouse, USB camera . Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000-based network. Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Note Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable...
Info 1
Houses the computer's hard disk secured with screws . Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
Removing the Microphone
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 3. See Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 4. See Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 5. See Removing the DIMM on page 46. 6. See Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 7. See Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 8. See Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 9. See Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 10. See Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 11. See Separating the Upper Case from the...
Removing the LCD Module
Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. Removing the SSD Module on page 48. Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. Removing the Keyboard on page 51. Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53 Release the wireless antenna cables from the latches....
Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case
Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. Removing the DIMM on page 46. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. Removing the SSD Module on page 48. Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. Removing the Keyboard on page 51. Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 11. Remove the twelve screws I, E, H from the bottom panel. 12. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the TPAD1...
Post Code Table
Prepare PEI Event Log service bios debug purpose OEM service Initialization bios debug purpose Status code report service initialization bios debug purpose CPU IO and PCI IO bios debug purpose PC Init at stage 1 SB related init Firmware Flash Device for BIOS ROM Read Services bios debug purpose PC Init at stage 2 NB related init Restore system configuration for S3 resume bios debug purpose Provide TPM Presence policy bios debug purpose Prepare services for S3 resume bios debug purpose Prepare...
Communication
Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam Wi-Fi WiMAX Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5150 UMTS HSPA at 900 MHz 2100 MHz and quad-band GSM GPRS EDGE 850 900 1800 1900 MHz UMTS HSPA at 850 MHz 900 MHz 1900 MHz 2100 MHz and quad-band GSM GPRS EDGE 850 900 1800 1900 MHz Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5100 Acer InviLink Nplify 802.11b g Draft-N WPAN Bluetooth 2.0 Enhanced Data Rate EDR LAN Gigabit Ethernet Wake-on-LAN ready
Touchpad Check
If the touchpad doesn't work, do the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU 1. Reconnect the touchpad cables. After you use the touchpad, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the touchpad pointer. This symptom is not a hardware problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.
Remove HDD Password
If you key in the wrong HDD password thrice, HDD password error code will appear on the screen. See the image below. If you need to solve HDD password locked problem, you can run HDD_PW.EXE 1. Key in hdd_pw 15494 0 3. Choose one of the uppercase strings gt c d password jf Vas s wii s ci gt f ir u Uoliins in riys F lias no Ishel. Uolune Serial Number is D4F6-0236 Vpftsswufijiau 15494 amp in lo c k6 . e xe y 1.1 2 flay BI0S__ 'W.F1 HDEp_PU.EXE bvtfis huic uhat kind of fcJhe password to be...
Index of SymptomtoFRU Errors
LCD backlight doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted LCD contrast cannot be adjusted Enter BIOS Utility to execute Load Setup Default Settings, then reboot system. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Keyboard if contrast and brightness function key doesn't work . LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in characters Abnormal screen Wrong color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. LCD inverter ID LCD inverter LCD...
Acer GridVista dualdisplay 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...
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 lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Starts System Property for displaying system information. Enables disables the Bluetooth function. only for certain models Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor if connected and both. Turns the display...
External Optical Disk Drive Check
Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or optical disk. Make sure that the optical disk does not have any label attached to it. The label can cause damage to the drive or can cause the drive to fail. Do the following to select the test device 1. Boot from the diagnostics disc and start the diagnostics program. 2. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test. 3. Follow the instructions in the message window. If an error occurs, reconnect the...
Lock Keys and Numeric Keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. When Num Lock is on, the numeric 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. Scroll Lock lt Fn gt lt F12 gt When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down...
Removing the WLAN Board Module
1. See Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 2. See Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN board. NOTE There are 2 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board. The Black antenna cable is connected to connector land the White antenna cable is connected to connector 2. 5. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket. 5. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket.
Disassembly Requirements
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge 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.
Disassembly Process
The disassembly process is divided into the following stages External module disassembly The flowcharts provided in the succeeding disassembly sections illustrate the entire disassembly sequence. Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order. Main Screw List
Windows Mobility Center
User Guide, g Drivers nrr i Utilities The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on off, external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders...
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NOTE The system information is subject to different models. This field shows the CPU type and speed of the system. This field shows the speed of the CPU. This field shows the model name of HDD installed on primary IDE master. The hard disk model name is automatically detected by the system. If there is no hard disk present or unknown type, None should be shown on this field. This field displays the serial number of HDD installed on primary IDE master. If no Hard disk or other devices are...
Removing the LCD Panel Hinges
'Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 'Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 'Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. 'Removing the Keyboard on page 51. 'Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. 'Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53 'Removing the LCD Module on page 59....
Changing a Password
1. Use the up down keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3. Type a password in the Enter New Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Press Enter. After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to Set. 5. If desired, you can enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. When you are done,...
Removing the Thermal Module
There are two version of thermal module. For this section, we are going to use the UMA model for Aspire 4810T 4810TZ 4410T . The discrete version for Aspire 4810TG looks like the picture below. 'Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. 'Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. 'Removing the DIMM on page 46. 'Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. 'Removing the SSD Module on page 48. 'Removing the RTC Battery...
Removing a Password
1. Use the up down keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Password box appears 2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter. 3. Press e twice without typing anything in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to Clear. 4. When you have changed the settings, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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 F2 during POST when Press lt F2 gt to enter Setup message is prompted on the bottom of screen ....
BIOS Password
If you key in wrong Supervisor Password for three time, System Disabled would display on the screen. See the image below. If you need to solve BIOS password locked problem, you can run BIOS_PW.EXE 1. Key in bios_pw 14452 0 2. Choose one upper-case string Microsoft Uind u KF Fueres ion 5.1.26R0 3 Copyright 19S5-2001 Microsoft Corp. C Docunsnts and Settingfs ME gt 4 gt d P - hios _jpu 14452 B -uiilocJ b .exe TTB I July 1997 Reboot the system and key in qjjg9vy or 07yqmjd as your BIOS user...
Crisis Disk Aspire 4810t
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery This section provides the standard operating procedures for clearing the password and BIOS recovery for Aspire 4810T 4810TZ 4410T 4810TG Series. There is one Hardware Open Gap on the main board for clearing the password check and one Hotkey for enabling BIOS Recovery. Clearing Password Check Hardware Open Gap Description Steps for Clearing BIOS Password Check If the user sets the BIOS Password Supervisor Password and or User Password for a security...
BIOS Flash Utility BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE If you do not have a crisis recovery disk at hand, then you should create a Crisis Disk See Steps for BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk on page 117 before you use the Flash utility. NOTE Do not install memory-related drivers XMS, EMS, DPMI when you use the Flash. NOTE Please connect the AC...
Removing the Touchpad Module
Removing the Battery Pack on page 44. Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. Removing the Lower Cover on page 45. Removing the Optical Drive Module on page 46. Removing the DIMM on page 46. Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 47. Removing the SSD Module on page 48. Removing the RTC Battery on page 49. Removing the Keyboard on page 51. Removing the WLAN Board Module on page 52. Separating the Upper Case from the Lower Case on page 53 12. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the touchpad...
Aspire TTZT System Block Diagram
HOST BUS 667 800 1066HHZ 1.05V LVD S_ AGTL CPDI P BUR Memory 1 F INTEGRATED GSAEflCS LVDS, CETI F 6PCIepertt pci pci asnjGE ACPI 2.6 4 SATA 12 USB2.0 1.1 port ETHERNET 16 166 1666M6E HigkDefiaitionAu ie LPCI F Serial Peripheral 1 F Matrix Storage Techaotogy DOt Active Managemael Teck ology DO After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new computer. Internal microphone for sound recording. Also called Liquid-Crystal Display LCD , displays computer output Configuration may...