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... Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. For instructions on how your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. poster helps you to be more on how to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options...
... Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. For instructions on how your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. poster helps you to be more on how to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options...
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... used functions and manage your password. Displayed by default in TPM. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and removable data devices. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily • Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by reformatting your notebook or taking your screen, it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks...
... used functions and manage your password. Displayed by default in TPM. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and removable data devices. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily • Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by reformatting your notebook or taking your screen, it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks...
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... models) • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dualband tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) WiFi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 15.4" WSXGA+ high-brightness TFT LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, supporting simultaneous multi-window...
... models) • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dualband tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) WiFi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 15.4" WSXGA+ high-brightness TFT LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, supporting simultaneous multi-window...
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... reader / TravelMate SmartCard reader (for selected models) • 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5º curve, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support • Dual navigation control, featuring Acer FineTrack™ with two FineTrack™ buttons and touchpad with 4-way scroll button • Four easy-launch buttons: Empowering Key, email, Internet, user-programmable • Two communication LED switches...
... reader / TravelMate SmartCard reader (for selected models) • 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5º curve, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support • Dual navigation control, featuring Acer FineTrack™ with two FineTrack™ buttons and touchpad with 4-way scroll button • Four easy-launch buttons: Empowering Key, email, Internet, user-programmable • Two communication LED switches...
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... CMOS camera (for selected models) BIOS user, HDD and supervisor passwords Kensington lock slot Wake-on -Ring ready Acer ezDock II/ II+ connector ExpressCard™/34 slot (for selected models) PC Card slot (one Type II) TravelMate fingerprint reader (for selected models) TravelMate SmartCard reader (for selected models) 5-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) (for selected models) Three USB 2.0 ports DVI-D port (for selected models) IEEE 1394 port (for selected models) Fast infrared (FIR) port (for selected models) External display (VGA) port S-video/TV...
... CMOS camera (for selected models) BIOS user, HDD and supervisor passwords Kensington lock slot Wake-on -Ring ready Acer ezDock II/ II+ connector ExpressCard™/34 slot (for selected models) PC Card slot (one Type II) TravelMate fingerprint reader (for selected models) TravelMate SmartCard reader (for selected models) 5-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) (for selected models) Three USB 2.0 ports DVI-D port (for selected models) IEEE 1394 port (for selected models) Fast infrared (FIR) port (for selected models) External display (VGA) port S-video/TV...
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... Acer Security Platform offers the possibility to . You will need to a computer with existing user keys and certificates (different Basic User Key): The migration process will merge your system administrator for the user-specific secret. Old keys and certificates will be controlled by offering a migration path for data recovery procedure. • Migration to configure Security Platform Features for use different authentication devices. The migration operation...
... Acer Security Platform offers the possibility to . You will need to a computer with existing user keys and certificates (different Basic User Key): The migration process will merge your system administrator for the user-specific secret. Old keys and certificates will be controlled by offering a migration path for data recovery procedure. • Migration to configure Security Platform Features for use different authentication devices. The migration operation...
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.... Press any key to an external monitor. I turned on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is lit, check the following : • If you set to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to turn the display back on the power, but...
.... Press any key to an external monitor. I turned on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is lit, check the following : • If you set to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to turn the display back on the power, but...
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... of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you go within short distances, for example, from your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough...
... of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you go within short distances, for example, from your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough...
TravelMate 6410/6460 Service Guide
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...; PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/ Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology System Memory • Up to 2GB of DDR2 533/667MHz memory, upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules (dualchannel support) Display and Graphics • 15.4" WSXGA + high-brightness TFT LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, supporting simultaneous multi-window...
...; PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/ Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology System Memory • Up to 2GB of DDR2 533/667MHz memory, upgradeable to 4GB using two soDIMM modules (dualchannel support) Display and Graphics • 15.4" WSXGA + high-brightness TFT LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, supporting simultaneous multi-window...
TravelMate 6410/6460 Service Guide
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... network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology Input Devices • Security access via Acer OrbiCamTM and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone (for selected models) • Acer OrbiCamTM integrated 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera (for selected models) • 88/89-key Acer FineTouchTM keyboard with five degree curve, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support...
... network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology Input Devices • Security access via Acer OrbiCamTM and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone (for selected models) • Acer OrbiCamTM integrated 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera (for selected models) • 88/89-key Acer FineTouchTM keyboard with five degree curve, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support...
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.../faq/faq12.htm 2. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Please refer to return. Note: This function varies according to save power. Turns the internal touchpad on and off the display screen backlight to the language settings. Turns off . >> +++ > Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on the upper-center edge of the keyboard, or hold key then press the number key on the upper...
.../faq/faq12.htm 2. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Open a text editor or word processor. 2. Please refer to return. Note: This function varies according to save power. Turns the internal touchpad on and off the display screen backlight to the language settings. Turns off . >> +++ > Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on the upper-center edge of the keyboard, or hold key then press the number key on the upper...
TravelMate 6410/6460 Service Guide
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... frequently used functions and manage the notebook. Displayed by default in TPM. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and removable data devices. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by reformatting your notebook or taking your password. Empowering Technology Password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, You...
... frequently used functions and manage the notebook. Displayed by default in TPM. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and removable data devices. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by reformatting your notebook or taking your password. Empowering Technology Password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, You...
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... Version ROM type Feature Description Phoenix 0.94.06 Flash ROM • Acer UI support • Multi-boot support • Suspend to RAM (S3) / Disk (S4) • Various hot keys for system control • Support boot option: HDD / Removable device (media bay device) / all USB ports • Support protocols: SMBIOS 2.4, PCI 2.2, WFM 2.0 • ACPI 2.0 compliance with Speedstep, C1, C2, C3, C4 and S3, S4 support for mobile CPU • DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag • PXE support • BIOS virus...
... Version ROM type Feature Description Phoenix 0.94.06 Flash ROM • Acer UI support • Multi-boot support • Suspend to RAM (S3) / Disk (S4) • Various hot keys for system control • Support boot option: HDD / Removable device (media bay device) / all USB ports • Support protocols: SMBIOS 2.4, PCI 2.2, WFM 2.0 • ACPI 2.0 compliance with Speedstep, C1, C2, C3, C4 and S3, S4 support for mobile CPU • DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag • PXE support • BIOS virus...
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... base memory. Otherwise it is then disabled. When this is not selected, Boot from LAN feature is connected on external video port. When this is connected, the power on display Network boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery Description The hours are displayed with 24 hours format. Allow user to enable/disable the Disk-to 640KB. Auto: During power on process, the system will detect if any external display device is not selected, device boot priority will be adjustable during...
... base memory. Otherwise it is then disabled. When this is not selected, Boot from LAN feature is connected on external video port. When this is connected, the power on display Network boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery Description The hours are displayed with 24 hours format. Allow user to enable/disable the Disk-to 640KB. Auto: During power on process, the system will detect if any external display device is not selected, device boot priority will be adjustable during...
TravelMate 6410/6460 Service Guide
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... auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer. • Numeric keypad • External keyboard If any label attached. Follow the instructions in the message window. Replace the main board. See if FDD test is correctly connected, run the CD-ROM test. 3. Boot from the diagnostic diskette and start the diagnostic programs. 76 Chapter 4 If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected error appears, make sure...
... auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer. • Numeric keypad • External keyboard If any label attached. Follow the instructions in the message window. Replace the main board. See if FDD test is correctly connected, run the CD-ROM test. 3. Boot from the diagnostic diskette and start the diagnostic programs. 76 Chapter 4 If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected error appears, make sure...
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...the screen and the error symptoms classified by functions. Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check. Error Message List Error Message Failure Fixed Disk Stuck Key Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard locked - Hard disk drive System board see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check. Chapter 4 79 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R: xxxxh, W: xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error System disabled. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error...
...the screen and the error symptoms classified by functions. Unlock key switch Monitor type does not match CMOS - see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check. Error Message List Error Message Failure Fixed Disk Stuck Key Keyboard error Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard locked - Hard disk drive System board see Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check. Chapter 4 79 Memory Error at xxxx:xxxx:xxxxh (R: xxxxh, W: xxxxh) Real Time Clock Error CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error System disabled. Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message The POST error message index lists the error...
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... External Diskette Drive Check. DIMM System board Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. System board Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. run Setup System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used System timer error Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete Default configuration used Memory size...
... External Diskette Drive Check. DIMM System board Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. System board Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. Check the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in BIOS Setup Utility. RTC battery System board Run Load Default Settings in BIOS Setup Utility. run Setup System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used System timer error Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete Default configuration used Memory size...
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.... The system doesn't power-off or on . Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. Index of Symptom-to execute Load Setup Default Settings, then reboot system. LCD is too dark. LCD brightness cannot be adjusted. Action in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key do not work . LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board Reconnect the LCD connector. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter).
.... The system doesn't power-off or on . Hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds. Index of Symptom-to execute Load Setup Default Settings, then reboot system. LCD is too dark. LCD brightness cannot be adjusted. Action in Sequence Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Keyboard (if contrast and brightness function key do not work . LCD inverter ID LCD cable LCD inverter LCD System board Reconnect the LCD connector. Battery pack Power adapter Hard drive & battery connection board System board Power source (battery pack and power adapter).
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...the LCD. Remove battery pack and let it cool for two hours. Hard disk connection board System board 90 Chapter 4 Press Fn + F4 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board The system does not enter standby mode after opening the LCD. Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently. Enter BIOS Setup Utility to use battery until power off, then charge battery). Refresh battery (continue to execute Load Default Settings, then reboot system. LCD cover switch System board Battery fuel...
...the LCD. Remove battery pack and let it cool for two hours. Hard disk connection board System board 90 Chapter 4 Press Fn + F4 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode. Touchpad Keyboard Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board The system does not enter standby mode after opening the LCD. Battery pack System board System hangs intermittently. Enter BIOS Setup Utility to use battery until power off, then charge battery). Refresh battery (continue to execute Load Default Settings, then reboot system. LCD cover switch System board Battery fuel...
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... system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. FRU replacement should be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to verify that there are no error is detected, replace the FRU. If any FRU. 3. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. Rerun the test to do not replace any error is...
... system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. FRU replacement should be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to verify that there are no error is detected, replace the FRU. If any FRU. 3. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be considered only when a recurring problem exists. Rerun the test to do not replace any error is...