Aspire 6930 Quick Guide
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... new computer. It is not installed on your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for certain models". It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For instructions on the screen to use your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to the basic features and functions of the series, but not necessarily in Portable Document Format (PDF...
... new computer. It is not installed on your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for certain models". It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For instructions on the screen to use your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to the basic features and functions of the series, but not necessarily in Portable Document Format (PDF...
Aspire 6930 Quick Guide
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...; BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot • 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* • 105/106-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device 11 English Communication Dimensions and weight Privacy control Power subsystem Special keys and controls Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer PureZone technology* • Optional Acer...
...; BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords • Kensington lock slot • 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* • 105/106-key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device 11 English Communication Dimensions and weight Privacy control Power subsystem Special keys and controls Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam* • Acer PureZone technology* • Optional Acer...
Acer Aspire 6930 and 6930G Service Guide
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... 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...
... 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...
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... 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...
... 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...
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... front panel indicators are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. NOTE: 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. They are: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. Enables/disables the wireless function. 10 Chapter 1 Lights...
... front panel indicators are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. Indicators The computer has several easy-to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. NOTE: 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. They are: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. Enables/disables the wireless function. 10 Chapter 1 Lights...
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... Keyboard Item Keyboard Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Media Card Reader Item Type Features Power Package Audio Interface Item Audio Controler Audio onboard or option Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Specification • Host interface, base on Intel's LPC Interface specification Revision 1.0 • PC01 REV 1.0 and ACPI 3.0 compliant • Supports Microsoft® Advanced Power Management (APM) Specifications Rev 1.2 • Share BIOS flash memory • Support for SPI flash memories • Host-controlled...
... Keyboard Item Keyboard Controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Media Card Reader Item Type Features Power Package Audio Interface Item Audio Controler Audio onboard or option Mono or Stereo Resolution Compatibility Specification • Host interface, base on Intel's LPC Interface specification Revision 1.0 • PC01 REV 1.0 and ACPI 3.0 compliant • Supports Microsoft® Advanced Power Management (APM) Specifications Rev 1.2 • Share BIOS flash memory • Support for SPI flash memories • Host-controlled...
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... hardware information. Displays system BIOS version. Information The Information screen displays a summary of the system. Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit CPU Type: CPU Speed: Intel (R) Core (TM)2 Duo CPU 2530 MHz T9400 @ 2.53GHz IDE0 Model Name: IDE0 Serial Number: 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: ST9320320AS 5SX09P72 TOSHIBA MK3252GSX 48SSF05KS Optiarc BD ROM...
... hardware information. Displays system BIOS version. Information The Information screen displays a summary of the system. Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit CPU Type: CPU Speed: Intel (R) Core (TM)2 Duo CPU 2530 MHz T9400 @ 2.53GHz IDE0 Model Name: IDE0 Serial Number: 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: ST9320320AS 5SX09P72 TOSHIBA MK3252GSX 48SSF05KS Optiarc BD ROM...
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... the BIOS Setup Utility. IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on boot parameter. 5. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to "Clear". 4. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. When you have changed the settings, press u to enable the Password on the screen. 3. Chapter 2 37 Removing a Password Follow...
... the BIOS Setup Utility. IMPORTANT:Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on boot parameter. 5. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to "Clear". 4. The computer then sets the Supervisor Password parameter to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password box appears: 2. When you have changed the settings, press u to enable the Password on the screen. 3. Chapter 2 37 Removing a Password Follow...
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... enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. If desired, you the Setup Warning. When you are done, press F10 to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The password setting is OK, the screen will display as following message. 38 Chapter 2 Changing a Password 1. Type a password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Retype the password in the Enter New Password...
... enable the Password on boot parameter. 6. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. If desired, you the Setup Warning. When you are done, press F10 to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press the Enter key. The password setting is OK, the screen will display as following message. 38 Chapter 2 Changing a Password 1. Type a password in the Confirm New Password field. 4. Retype the password in the Enter New Password...
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.... 7: USB KEY: and specifies 8: the device fixed or Excluded from boot order: removable. 7: IDE HDD: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX-(S5) exclude or include the device to load the operating system. F1 Help ESC Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter SelectXSub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Chapter 2 39 Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module...
.... 7: USB KEY: and specifies 8: the device fixed or Excluded from boot order: removable. 7: IDE HDD: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX-(S5) exclude or include the device to load the operating system. F1 Help ESC Exit ↑↓ Select Item ←→ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter SelectXSub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Chapter 2 39 Bootable devices includes the USB diskette drives, the onboard hard disk drive and the DVD drive in the module...
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...: Create a Crisis Recovery Media (such as the BIOS is required for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: USB HDD: ABC Keys used to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Chapter 2 41 Use the Phlash utility to view or 2: IDE HDD: ST9320320AS configure devices: 3: IDE CD: Optiarc BD ROM BC-5500S-(S Up and Down arrows 4: PCI LAN: Atheros Boot Agent select a device. 5: USB...
...: Create a Crisis Recovery Media (such as the BIOS is required for example, if using USB HDD to Update BIOS, move USB HDD to position 1. Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility Information Main Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: USB HDD: ABC Keys used to update the system BIOS flash ROM. Chapter 2 41 Use the Phlash utility to view or 2: IDE HDD: ST9320320AS configure devices: 3: IDE CD: Optiarc BD ROM BC-5500S-(S Up and Down arrows 4: PCI LAN: Atheros Boot Agent select a device. 5: USB...
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... To Power On Issue Page 124 No Display Issue Page 125 LCD Failure Page 127 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 127 Touchpad Failure Page 128 Internal Speaker Failure Page 128 Internal Microphone Failure Page 130 Rightside USB Failure Page 134 Other Functions Failure Page 135 Intermittent Failures Page 136 Undetermined Failures Page 136 4. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and...
... To Power On Issue Page 124 No Display Issue Page 125 LCD Failure Page 127 Internal Keyboard Failure Page 127 Touchpad Failure Page 128 Internal Speaker Failure Page 128 Internal Microphone Failure Page 130 Rightside USB Failure Page 134 Other Functions Failure Page 135 Intermittent Failures Page 136 Undetermined Failures Page 136 4. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and...
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Make sure that the internal display is no power, see "Online Support Information" on page 124. 3. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Reseat the memory modules. 7. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Power On Issue" on page 225. Chapter 4 125 Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking...
Make sure that the internal display is no power, see "Online Support Information" on page 124. 3. Remove any stored power by removing the power cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Reseat the memory modules. 7. If the Issue is still not resolved, see "Power On Issue" on page 225. Chapter 4 125 Reconnect the power and reboot the computer. 4. Disconnect power and all external devices including port replicators or docking...
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... Devices. 9. Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Replace the Motherboard. 6. See "Disassembly Process" on page 48. 5. If display size is not normal, right-click on the screen), the LCD is correctly configured: a. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. c. If HDD...
... Devices. 9. Random Loss of BIOS Settings If the computer is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one year old, replace the CMOS battery. 2. Replace the Motherboard. 6. See "Disassembly Process" on page 48. 5. If display size is not normal, right-click on the screen), the LCD is correctly configured: a. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the BIOS, the drive may reduce display brightness. c. If HDD...
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... Recovery Options screen displays. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are correct and that CD/DVD drive is set correctly. 7. Select Startup Repair. Startup Repair attempts to enter the BIOS Utility. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. If the issue is noisy Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. d. Click Next. Replace the HDD. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. If an issue is virus free. 3. Run Windows Check Disk...
... Recovery Options screen displays. NOTE: Click Load Drivers if controller drives are correct and that CD/DVD drive is set correctly. 7. Select Startup Repair. Startup Repair attempts to enter the BIOS Utility. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. If the issue is noisy Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility: a. d. Click Next. Replace the HDD. See "Disassembly Process" on the Boot menu. 6. If an issue is virus free. 3. Run Windows Check Disk...
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... bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. c. Try an alternate cable, if available. Reseat the drive ensuring and all cables are connected correctly. 5. Remove and clean the failed disc. 2. Retry reading the CD or DVD. d. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if applicable. e. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to enter the BIOS Utility. 2. See "Disassembly Process" on page 48. a. Check...
... bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections. c. Try an alternate cable, if available. Reseat the drive ensuring and all cables are connected correctly. 5. Remove and clean the failed disc. 2. Retry reading the CD or DVD. d. Test the drive using other ATA Devices shown if applicable. e. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to enter the BIOS Utility. 2. See "Disassembly Process" on page 48. a. Check...
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If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. Check the Device Manager to check the events log for errors. Check Drive whether is a good connection. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is OK. 2. Restart the computer. 6. Remove any recently added software and reboot. 8. If the issue is listed under Other Devices. 13. Run the...
If the mouse uses a USB connection, try an alternate USB port. 4. Reinstall the program experiencing mouse failure. 5. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. 7. Check the Device Manager to check the events log for errors. Check Drive whether is a good connection. If the mouse uses a wireless connection, insert new batteries and confirm there is OK. 2. Restart the computer. 6. Remove any recently added software and reboot. 8. If the issue is listed under Other Devices. 13. Run the...
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...: Verify that there are supported by a variety of reasons that the power supply being used at a time. Rerun the test to isolate the failing FRU (do the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when...
...: Verify that there are supported by a variety of reasons that the power supply being used at a time. Rerun the test to isolate the failing FRU (do the following devices: • Non-Acer devices • Printer, mouse, and other external devices • Battery pack • Hard disk drive • DIMM • CD-ROM/Diskette drive Module • PC Cards 4. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when...
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... 0x57 Function Reset the keyboard. If the monitor type is bad, load Custom Defaults from CMOS, otherwise load defaults and display Setup prompt. Register POST Display Services, fonts, and languages with CMOS values Initialize interrupt vectors 0 thru 77h Verify the ROM copyright notice Initialize all Application Processors in a multiprocessor system Compute CPU speed. Write a 0 to use a remote serial video (PICO BIOS). Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area and initialize the mouse. Initialize...
... 0x57 Function Reset the keyboard. If the monitor type is bad, load Custom Defaults from CMOS, otherwise load defaults and display Setup prompt. Register POST Display Services, fonts, and languages with CMOS values Initialize interrupt vectors 0 thru 77h Verify the ROM copyright notice Initialize all Application Processors in a multiprocessor system Compute CPU speed. Write a 0 to use a remote serial video (PICO BIOS). Initialize Extended BIOS Data Area and initialize the mouse. Initialize...
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... Set up Power Management. Check the total number of BCP_ROM_Scan_Size (or to E000h by default) on every 2K boundary, looking for add on cards that POST is complete. Fade out OEM Logo or post string End hotkey detection (Server BIOS) If BCP option is locked. Display a message if key switch is enabled, clear the screen before booting. Count the number of ATA drives in the system and update the number in CMOS. Clear...
... Set up Power Management. Check the total number of BCP_ROM_Scan_Size (or to E000h by default) on every 2K boundary, looking for add on cards that POST is complete. Fade out OEM Logo or post string End hotkey detection (Server BIOS) If BCP option is locked. Display a message if key switch is enabled, clear the screen before booting. Count the number of ATA drives in the system and update the number in CMOS. Clear...