Acer Aspire 1450 Series Manuals

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Acer Aspire 1450 Series User Manual

Acer Aspire 1450 Series User Manual (99 pages)

Acer Notebook Computer User's Guide Aspire 1450

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.86 MB

Table of Contents

First Things First
3
- Your Guides
  3
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  3
Getting Familiar with Your Computer

11
- Your Computer
  11
- A Tour of Your Computer
  13
  - Front Open View
    13
  - Front View
    14
  - Left View
    16
  - Right View
    17
  - Rear View
    18
  - Bottom View
    19
- Features
  21
- Indicators
  23
- Using the Keyboard
  24
  - Special Keys
    24
    
    Embedded Numeric Keypad
    25
    
    Windows Keys
    26
    
    Hot Keys
    27
    
    The Euro Symbol
    29
- Touchpad
  31
  - Touchpad Basics
    31
- Launch Keys
  33
- Storage
  35
  - Hard Disk
    35
  - Optical Drive
    35
  - Emergency Ejection of the Optical Drive Tray
    36
- Audio
  37
  - Adjusting the Volume
    37
- Connectivity Options
  38
  - Ethernet and LAN
    38
  - Fax/Data Modem
    39
  - Fast Infrared
    40
- Securing Your Computer
  41
  - Using a Computer Security Lock
    41
  - Using Passwords
    41
  - Entering Passwords
    42
Operating on

43
- Battery Power
  43
- Battery Pack
  45
  - Battery Pack Characteristics
    45
  - Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
    46
  - Charging the Battery
    47
  - Checking the Battery Level
    47
  - Optimizing Battery Life
    47
  - Battery-Low Warning
    48
- Power Management
  49
Peripherals and Options

51
- External Display Devices
  53
- External Input Devices
  53
  - External Keyboard
    53
  - External Keypad
    53
  - External Pointing Device
    53
  - USB Devices
    54
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    55
- Printer
  56
- Audio Devices
  56
- Expansion Devices
  57
  - PC Card
    57
- Miscellaneous Options
  59
  - Battery Pack
    59
  - AC Adapter
    59
- Key Component Upgrades
  60
  - Memory Upgrade
    60
  - Hard Disk Upgrade
    61
Moving with Your Computer

63
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  65
- Moving Around
  66
- Taking the Computer Home
  67
  - Preparing the Computer
    67
  - What to Bring with You
    67
  - Special Considerations
    67
  - Setting up a Home Office
    68
- Traveling with the Computer
  69
  - Preparing the Computer
    69
  - What to Take with You
    69
  - Special Considerations
    69
- Traveling Internationally with Your Computer
  70
  - Preparing the Computer
    70
  - What to Take with You
    70
  - Special Considerations
    70
Software

71
- System Software
  73
  - Launch Manager
    73
- BIOS Setup Utility
  74
Troubleshooting

75
- Frequently Asked Questions
  77
- Requesting Service
  80
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    80
  - Before You Call
    80
Appendix A Specifications

83
Appendix B Notices

89
- Modem Notices
  93
- Regulatory Information
  93
- Important Safety Instructions
  93
- Laser Compliance Statement
  95
- Lithium Battery Statement
  95
- Lcd Pixel Statement
  96
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  96
Index

97

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Acer Aspire 1450 Series Service Manual

Acer Aspire 1450 Series Service Manual (111 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.79 MB

Table of Contents

Revision History
2
Table of Contents
7
System Specifications
9
Chapter 1 System Specifications

9
- Features
  9
- System Block Diagram
  11
- Board Layout
  12
  - Top View
    12
  - Bottom View
    13
- Outlook View
  14
  - Front Open View
    14
  - Front Panel
    15
  - Left Panel
    16
  - Right Panel
    17
  - Rear Panel
    18
  - Bottom Panel
    19
- Indicators
  20
- Using the Keyboard
  21
  - Lock Keys
    21
- Embedded Numeric Keypad
  22
- Windows Keys
  23
- Hot Keys
  24
- The Euro Symbol
  26
- Launch Keys
  27
- Touchpad
  28
  - Touchpad Basics
    28
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  30
  - System Utilities
    39
Chapter 2 System Utilities

39
- BIOS Setup Utility
  39
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    40
  - Info
    41
  - Main
    42
  - Advanced
    44
  - Security
    46
  - Boot
    50
  - Exit
    51
- BIOS Flash Utility
  52
- System Diagnostic Diskette
  52
  - Machine Disassembly and Replacement
    53
- General Information
  54
  - Before You Begin
    54
- Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
  55
- Removing the Battery Pack
  58
- Removing the Optical Module/Hdd Module/Wireless Lan Card and LCD Module
  59
- Disassembling the Main Unit
  61
- Disassembling the LCD Module
  65
  - Disassembling the External Modules
    67
    
    Disassembling the HDD Module
    67
    
    Disassembling the Optical Drive Module
    67
    
    Troubleshooting
    69
  - System Check Procedures
    70
    
    External Diskette Drive Check
    70
    
    External CD-ROM Drive Check
    70
    
    Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
    70
    
    Memory Check
    71
    
    Power System Check
    71
    
    Touchpad Check
    72
  - Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
    73
  - Index of Error Messages
    74
  - POST Codes
    76
  - Index of Symptom-To-FRU Error Message
    80
  - Intermittent Problems
    84
  - Undetermined Problems
    85
  - Top View
    87
  - Bottom View
    88
    
    FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
    89
  - Exploded Diagram
    90
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

87
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

94
Appendix B Test Compatible Components

101
Appendix C Online Support Information

101
- Online Support Information
  107

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