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... Panel 20 Indicators 21 Keyboard 22 Special keys 22 Touchpad 25 Touchpad Basics 25 Launch Keys 27 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 28 Chapter 2 System Utilities 37 BIOS Setup Utility 37 Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility 37 Startup 38 Exit 39 BIOS Flash Utility 40 System Diagnostic Diskette 40 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 General Information 42 Before You Begin 42 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 43 Removing the Memory/HDD Module 46 Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module 47 Disassembling the Main Unit 48 Disassembling the LCD Module...
... Panel 20 Indicators 21 Keyboard 22 Special keys 22 Touchpad 25 Touchpad Basics 25 Launch Keys 27 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 28 Chapter 2 System Utilities 37 BIOS Setup Utility 37 Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility 37 Startup 38 Exit 39 BIOS Flash Utility 40 System Diagnostic Diskette 40 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 41 General Information 42 Before You Begin 42 Disassembly Procedure Flowchart 43 Removing the Memory/HDD Module 46 Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module 47 Disassembling the Main Unit 48 Disassembling the LCD Module...
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...-133), upgradeable to 1GB T 20GB or higher capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Microsoft Windows XP operating system Display T T T The 14.1" or 15.0" display panel provides a large vidwing area for maximum efficiency and easeof-use. Simultaneous LCD, external monitor or projector display Multimedia T T T T Build-in optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive) 14.1" or 15.0" XGA TFT LCD panel Built-in stereo speakers Audio input and output jacks Connectivity T Built...
...-133), upgradeable to 1GB T 20GB or higher capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Microsoft Windows XP operating system Display T T T The 14.1" or 15.0" display panel provides a large vidwing area for maximum efficiency and easeof-use. Simultaneous LCD, external monitor or projector display Multimedia T T T T Build-in optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive) 14.1" or 15.0" XGA TFT LCD panel Built-in stereo speakers Audio input and output jacks Connectivity T Built...
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even after prolonged use. Rear Panel # Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector. 2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter. 3 USB ports 2 ports for connecting USB devices. 4 External display port Connects an external (VGA) display monitor. 5 Parallel port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer. 6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool. Chapter 1 19
even after prolonged use. Rear Panel # Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector. 2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter. 3 USB ports 2 ports for connecting USB devices. 4 External display port Connects an external (VGA) display monitor. 5 Parallel port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer. 6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool. Chapter 1 19
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... cursor keys on the Windows Start button; embedded keypad. Simultaneously press the j key for for controlling various functions. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for capital letters. Hotkeys Using the Fn key with other keys to provide a variety of functions: + Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button) + E (Opens the My Computer window) + F1 (opens Help and Support) + F (opens...
... cursor keys on the Windows Start button; embedded keypad. Simultaneously press the j key for for controlling various functions. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for capital letters. Hotkeys Using the Fn key with other keys to provide a variety of functions: + Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button) + E (Opens the My Computer window) + F1 (opens Help and Support) + F (opens...
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... + m Fn + p Fn + t Fn + u Fn +g Fn +{ Fn +} Function Decreases the display panel brightness. Increases the display panel brightness. Toggles Num Lock on and off. (Please see "Special keys".) Toggles the keyboard's Scroll Lock on and off. (Please see "Special keys".) Toggle the sound on and off. (Mute.) Increases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for an external keyboard.) Decreases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for your hands when typing on the computer's LCD panle and an external display device.
... + m Fn + p Fn + t Fn + u Fn +g Fn +{ Fn +} Function Decreases the display panel brightness. Increases the display panel brightness. Toggles Num Lock on and off. (Please see "Special keys".) Toggles the keyboard's Scroll Lock on and off. (Please see "Special keys".) Toggle the sound on and off. (Mute.) Increases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for an external keyboard.) Decreases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for your hands when typing on the computer's LCD panle and an external display device.
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... voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification AMD Athlon XP 1400+ (1.2G) / 1600+ (1.4G) / 1800+ (1.5G) 35W OPGA 1.2V/1.45V Specification Acer 1.0 Flash ROM 512KB TSOP ACPI 1.0b,APM 1.2, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/ IEEE 1284 1.7 & 1.9, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, USB, VESA VGA BIOS, DDC-2B, CD-ROM bootable, Windows keyboard Microsoft Simple Boot Flag Set by setup manual Built-in CPU 256KB Always enabled Always enabled Fixed...
... voltage Supports DIMM package Memory module combinations Specification AMD Athlon XP 1400+ (1.2G) / 1600+ (1.4G) / 1800+ (1.5G) 35W OPGA 1.2V/1.45V Specification Acer 1.0 Flash ROM 512KB TSOP ACPI 1.0b,APM 1.2, PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/ IEEE 1284 1.7 & 1.9, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, USB, VESA VGA BIOS, DDC-2B, CD-ROM bootable, Windows keyboard Microsoft Simple Boot Flag Set by setup manual Built-in CPU 256KB Always enabled Always enabled Fixed...
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..., SYS_card (Card Bus), AC-adapter, keyboard, and feather. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following items for Aspire 1300 is provided by Acer Headquarters. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to the bootable diskette. Fellow the steps below to it becomes corrupted. You can boot the system from the bootable diskette. To better fit local service requirements, your...
..., SYS_card (Card Bus), AC-adapter, keyboard, and feather. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following items for Aspire 1300 is provided by Acer Headquarters. If the battery pack does not contain enough power to the bootable diskette. Fellow the steps below to it becomes corrupted. You can boot the system from the bootable diskette. To better fit local service requirements, your...
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...color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Next, enter BIOS utility to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Enter BIOS Utility to running "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Power source (battery...
...color displayed LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed. Reconnect the LCD connectors. Next, enter BIOS utility to execute "Load Setup Default Settings", then reboot system. LCD cable LCD inverter LCD Main board Enter BIOS Utility to running "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error LCD backlight doesn't work ). Keyboard (if the brightness function key doesn't work LCD is too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted Unreadable LCD screen Missing pels in Sequence Power source (battery...
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... mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot system. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from actual size. Action in Sequence Power option in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. Battery pack Main board ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot...
... mode after closing the lid of Power Option Properties Lid close switch in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot system. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from actual size. Action in Sequence Power option in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. Battery pack Main board ODD/HDD/FDD/RAM module Main board PCMCIA-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA) PCMCIA slot...
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... not work correctly Print problems. Parallel port device problems Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Main board Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Main board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. Keyboard Main board Reconnect touchpad cable. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from standby mode LCD cover switch after opening the...
... not work correctly Print problems. Parallel port device problems Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Main board Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings" then reboot the system. Main board Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. Keyboard Main board Reconnect touchpad cable. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from standby mode LCD cover switch after opening the...
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... analyzing an intermittent problem, do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. If any error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3. Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. FRU replacement should be caused by...
... analyzing an intermittent problem, do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. If any error is detected, do not replace any FRU. 3. Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. FRU replacement should be caused by...
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... convenient and valuable support resources whenever you with downloadable information on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) T Returned material authorization procedures T An overview of all your technical queries to facilitate the problem-free downloading of telephone, fax and email contacts for all models T User's manuals T Training materials T Main manuals T Bios updates T Software utilities T Schematics T Spare parts lists T Chips T TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin) The service repair section provides you need them. We are...
... convenient and valuable support resources whenever you with downloadable information on Acer's International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) T Returned material authorization procedures T An overview of all your technical queries to facilitate the problem-free downloading of telephone, fax and email contacts for all models T User's manuals T Training materials T Main manuals T Bios updates T Software utilities T Schematics T Spare parts lists T Chips T TABs (Technical Announcement Bulletin) The service repair section provides you need them. We are...
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... 56 External Diskette Drive Check 56 F Features 9 features 83 Flash Utility 40 Floppy Disk removing the 51, 52 Floppy Disk Drive Interface 29 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 71 H Hard disk 30, 32 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 27 HDD 30, 32 Hot Keys 21, 22 I Indicators 21 Intermittent Problems 66 J Jumper and Connector Locations 69 Top View 69 K Keyboard 32 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 57 L L2 cache 28 LAN/Modem Combo 29 M Machine Disassembly...
... 56 External Diskette Drive Check 56 F Features 9 features 83 Flash Utility 40 Floppy Disk removing the 51, 52 Floppy Disk Drive Interface 29 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 71 H Hard disk 30, 32 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 27 HDD 30, 32 Hot Keys 21, 22 I Indicators 21 Intermittent Problems 66 J Jumper and Connector Locations 69 Top View 69 K Keyboard 32 Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check 57 L L2 cache 28 LAN/Modem Combo 29 M Machine Disassembly...
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7 Rear view English English # Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector. 2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter. 3 USB ports 2 ports for connecting USB devices. 4 External display port Connects an external (VGA) display monitor. 5 Parallel port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer. 6 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
7 Rear view English English # Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector. 2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter. 3 USB ports 2 ports for connecting USB devices. 4 External display port Connects an external (VGA) display monitor. 5 Parallel port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer. 6 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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... keyboard's Scroll Lock on and off . (See "Special keys"). Increases the display panel brightness. To use a hot key, first hold down the Fn key. Next, press the second key in the combination. Toggles the display setting between (1) the computer's LCD panel, (2) an external display device connected to the external display port, and (3) simultaneous display on and off. (See "Special keys"). Toggles the sound on and off . (Mute.) Increases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for an external keyboard.) Decreases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for controlling...
... keyboard's Scroll Lock on and off . (See "Special keys"). Increases the display panel brightness. To use a hot key, first hold down the Fn key. Next, press the second key in the combination. Toggles the display setting between (1) the computer's LCD panel, (2) an external display device connected to the external display port, and (3) simultaneous display on and off. (See "Special keys"). Toggles the sound on and off . (Mute.) Increases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for an external keyboard.) Decreases the sound volume. (Doesn't work for controlling...
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... information on: • Setting up the hardware. • Installing the necessary drivers in Windows. • Operating instructions. Connect the printer to find the new hardware. 40 Peripherals and options English Printer Your computer supports both parallel and USB printers. To use a USB printer, simply connect the device to one of your computer's USB ports, and then wait for Windows to the printer's manual for Windows to the parallel port, and then restart the...
... information on: • Setting up the hardware. • Installing the necessary drivers in Windows. • Operating instructions. Connect the printer to find the new hardware. 40 Peripherals and options English Printer Your computer supports both parallel and USB printers. To use a USB printer, simply connect the device to one of your computer's USB ports, and then wait for Windows to the printer's manual for Windows to the parallel port, and then restart the...
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... the disk in the appropriate drive, and then exit the BIOS setup utility (see "Save and Reboot" below). • Your computer will need to boot from a floppy disk or CD. • Turn on your computer, and then press the F2 key to enter the BIOS setup utility. • Select the startup menu, and then select Boot Device. • Use the cursor control keys to change the date and time settings from within Windows by clicking...
... the disk in the appropriate drive, and then exit the BIOS setup utility (see "Save and Reboot" below). • Your computer will need to boot from a floppy disk or CD. • Turn on your computer, and then press the F2 key to enter the BIOS setup utility. • Select the startup menu, and then select Boot Device. • Use the cursor control keys to change the date and time settings from within Windows by clicking...
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... missing. Press Fn + F2 hot key to increase the screen brightness level. • The display device might be in Control Panel. • Click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to an external monitor. Alternatively, click on the Display icon in standby mode. Check the following: • If you are running on mains power, make necessary fixes. If so, remove the diskette or replace it is not lit...
... missing. Press Fn + F2 hot key to increase the screen brightness level. • The display device might be in Control Panel. • Click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to an external monitor. Alternatively, click on the Display icon in standby mode. Check the following: • If you are running on mains power, make necessary fixes. If so, remove the diskette or replace it is not lit...
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...'s parallel port, restart the computer. Windows needs to find the new hardware and install the necessary drivers. ROM drive, it is turned on Phone and Modem Options. • In the Dialing Rules tab, begin setting up my location to 100% capacity. English English 69 The optical drive cannot read CDs and DVDs. • When placing a disc in the drive tray, make sure that it using a printer connected to Windows Help for...
...'s parallel port, restart the computer. Windows needs to find the new hardware and install the necessary drivers. ROM drive, it is turned on Phone and Modem Options. • In the Dialing Rules tab, begin setting up my location to 100% capacity. English English 69 The optical drive cannot read CDs and DVDs. • When placing a disc in the drive tray, make sure that it using a printer connected to Windows Help for...
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... keys 20 left view 5 M memory compartment 8 installing 46- 47 upgrade slot 8 upgrading 46 microphone troubleshooting 68 modem setting location 69 mouse connecting externally 39 mute hotkeys 16 N notice DVD copyright protection 81 num lock 13 on indicator 11 numeric keypad embedded 14 O optical drive 21 options hard disk upgrade 47 memory upgrade 46 PC Cards 42 spare AC adapter 45 spare battery 45 P palm rest 17 password 26 PC Card inserting 42 removing 43 ports external display 7 parallel 7 USB 7 power management 33 printer connecting 40 troubleshooting 69 problems 67 audio...
... keys 20 left view 5 M memory compartment 8 installing 46- 47 upgrade slot 8 upgrading 46 microphone troubleshooting 68 modem setting location 69 mouse connecting externally 39 mute hotkeys 16 N notice DVD copyright protection 81 num lock 13 on indicator 11 numeric keypad embedded 14 O optical drive 21 options hard disk upgrade 47 memory upgrade 46 PC Cards 42 spare AC adapter 45 spare battery 45 P palm rest 17 password 26 PC Card inserting 42 removing 43 ports external display 7 parallel 7 USB 7 power management 33 printer connecting 40 troubleshooting 69 problems 67 audio...
