Acer Aspire 9120 Series Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Acer Aspire 9120 Series. We have 3 Acer Aspire 9120 Series manuals available for free PDF download: Service Manual, User Manual

Acer Aspire 9120 Series User Manual (121 pages)

Acer Aspire 9120: Users Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.54 MB

Safety Instructions
3
- Using Electrical Power
  4
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  5
Additional Safety Information
6
Operating Environment
6
Medical Devices
6
Vehicles
7
Potentially Explosive Environments
7
Mercury Advisory
8
Emergency Calls
8
Disposal Instructions
8
Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
9
Finding Your Comfort Zone
10
First Things First

12
- Your Guides
  12
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  12
Acer Empowering Technology

19
- Empowering Technology Password
  19
- Acer Enet Management
  20
- Acer Epower Management
  22
- Battery Status
  23
- Acer Epresentation Management
  24
- Acer Edatasecurity Management
  25
- Acer Elock Management
  26
- Acer Erecovery Management
  28
- Acer Esettings Management
  30
- Windows Mobility Center
  31
Your Acer Notebook Tour

33
- Front View
  33
- Closed Front View
  35
- Left View
  36
- Right View
  37
- Rear View
  37
- Base View
  38
Specifications

39
Indicators

44
Easy-Launch Buttons

45
Touchpad

46
- Touchpad Basics
  46
Using the Keyboard

48
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  48
- Windows Keys
  49
- Hotkeys
  50
- Special Keys
  52
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Disk

53
Using a Computer Security Lock

53
Audio

54
- Adjusting the Volume
  54
Using Surround/Multi-Channel Sound

55
- Dolby Digital Live
  55
- DTS Connect
  56
Using the System Utilities

57
Frequently Asked Questions

60
- Recovery Cds
  62
- Requesting Service
  63
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    63
  - Before You Call
    63
Battery Pack

64
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  64
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    64
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  65
- Charging the Battery
  66
- Checking the Battery Level
  66
- Optimising Battery Life
  66
- Battery-Low Warning
  67
Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

68
- Remote Control (for Selected Models)
  69
  - Remote Functions
    70
- Finding and Playing Content
  71
  - Settings
    71
- Arcade Controls
  72
  - Navigation Controls
    72
  - Player Controls
    72
  - Virtual Keyboard
    73
  - Background Mode
    73
- Cinema
  74
  - Settings
    74
- Album
  75
  - Editing Pictures
    75
  - Slide Show Settings
    75
- Video
  76
  - Playing a Video File
    76
  - Capturing Video (TV Models Only)
    76
  - Snapshot
    76
  - Editing Video
    77
- Music
  77
- TV (for Selected Models)
  78
  - Time-Shift Functionality
    78
  - Recorded TV
    79
  - Scheduling Recordings
    79
  - Program Guide
    79
  - Find Program
    79
  - TV Settings
    79
  - Using Teletext Functions
    80
- Make Dvds
  81
  - Authoring CD/Dvds
    81
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

82
- Remote Control (for Selected Models)
  83
  - Remote Functions
    84
- Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe
  85
- Videomagician
  85
- TV Joy (Selected Models Only)
  85
- Sportscap (Selected Models Only)
  85
- DV Wizard
  86
- Dvdivine
  86
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

87
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  87
- Moving Around
  87
  - Preparing the Computer
    87
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    88
- Taking the Computer Home
  88
  - Preparing the Computer
    88
  - What to Take with You
    88
  - Special Considerations
    89
  - Setting up a Home Office
    89
- Traveling with the Computer
  89
  - Preparing the Computer
    89
  - What to Take with You
    89
  - Special Considerations
    90
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  90
  - Preparing the Computer
    90
  - What to Bring with You
    90
Securing Your Computer

91
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  91
- Using Passwords
  91
  - Entering Passwords
    92
  - Setting Passwords
    92
Expanding through Options

93
- Connectivity Options
  93
  - Fax/Data Modem
    93
  - Built-In Network Feature
    94
  - Fast Infrared (FIR)
    94
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    95
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    95
  - PC Card Slot
    96
  - Expresscard
    97
  - Installing Memory
    98
- Connecting Your TV and AV-In Cables
  99
- BIOS Utility
  102
  - Boot Sequence
    102
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    102
  - Password
    102
- Using Software
  103
  - Playing DVD Movies
    103
Power Management

104
Acer Erecovery Management

105
- Create Backup
  105
- Burn Backup Disc
  106
- Restore and Recovery
  106
Troubleshooting

107
- Troubleshooting Tips
  107
- Error Messages
  107
Regulations and Safety Notices

108
- FCC Notice
  108
- Modem Notices
  109
  - Notice for Australia
    110
  - Notice for New Zealand
    111
- Laser Compliance Statement
  112
- LCD Pixel Statement
  112
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  112
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  113
- General
  113
- European Union (EU)
  113
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  115
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  116
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  117
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  119
Index

120

Acer Aspire 9120 Series User Manual (114 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.02 MB

Safety Instructions
3
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  5
- Mercury Advisory
  5
Disposal Instructions
5
Finding Your Comfort Zone
6
Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
6
First Things First
8
- Your Guides
  8
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  8
Acer Empowering Technology
15
- Empowering Technology Password
  15
- Acer Enet Management
  16
- Acer Epower Management
  18
- Battery Status
  19
- Acer Epresentation Management
  21
- Acer Edatasecurity Management
  22
- Acer Elock Management
  23
- Acer Erecovery Management
  25
- Acer Esettings Management
  27
- Acer Eperformance Management
  28
Your Acer Notebook Tour
29
- Front View
  29
- Closed Front View
  31
- Left View
  32
- Right View
  33
- Rear View
  33
- Base View
  34
Specifications
35
Indicators
40
Easy-Launch Buttons
41
Touchpad
42
- Touchpad Basics
  42
Using the Keyboard
44
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  44
- Windows Keys
  45
- Hotkeys
  45
- Special Keys
  47
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Disk
48
Using a Computer Security Lock
48
Audio
49
- Adjusting the Volume
  49
Using Surround/Multi-Channel Sound
50
- Dolby Digital Live
  50
- DTS Connect
  51
Acer Orbicam
52
- Launching the Acer Orbicam
  53
- Changing the Acer Orbicam Settings
  53
- Camera Settings
  54
- Capturing Photos/Videos
  55
- Using the Acer Orbicam as Webcam
  55
- Enabling the Acer Visageon
  56
Using the System Utilities
59
- Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
  59
- Launch Manager
  60
- Norton Antivirus
  61
Frequently Asked Questions
62
- Recovery Cds
  64
- Requesting Service
  65
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    65
  - Before You Call
    65
Acer Arcade
66
- 48-Button Remote Control
  67
  - Remote Functions
    68
- Finding and Playing Content
  69
  - Settings
    69
- Arcade Controls
  70
  - Navigation Controls
    70
  - Player Controls
    70
  - Virtual Keyboard
    71
  - Background Mode
    71
- Cinema
  72
  - Settings
    72
- Album
  73
  - Editing Pictures
    73
  - Slide Show Settings
    73
- Video
  74
  - Playing a Video File
    74
  - Capturing Video (TV Models Only)
    74
  - Snapshot
    74
  - Editing Video
    75
- Music
  75
- TV (for Selected Models)
  76
  - Time-Shift Functionality
    76
  - Recorded TV
    77
  - Scheduling Recordings
    77
  - Program Guide
    77
  - Find Program
    77
  - TV Settings
    77
  - Using Teletext Functions
    78
- Make Dvds
  79
  - Authoring CD/Dvds
    79
Taking Your Notebook PC with You
80
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  80
- Moving Around
  80
  - Preparing the Computer
    80
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    81
- Taking the Computer Home
  81
  - Preparing the Computer
    81
  - What to Take with You
    81
  - Special Considerations
    82
  - Setting up a Home Office
    82
- Traveling with the Computer
  82
  - Preparing the Computer
    82
  - What to Take with You
    82
  - Special Considerations
    83
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  83
  - Preparing the Computer
    83
  - What to Bring with You
    83
Securing Your Computer
84
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  84
- Using Passwords
  84
  - Entering Passwords
    85
  - Setting Passwords
    85
Expanding through Options
86
- Connectivity Options
  86
  - Fax/Data Modem
    86
  - Built-In Network Feature
    87
  - Fast Infrared (FIR)
    87
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    88
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    88
  - PC Card Slot
    89
  - Expresscard
    90
  - Installing Memory
    91
- Connecting Your TV and AV-In Cables
  92
  - Acer Arcade TV Set-Up Wizard (Windows XP Home and Professional)
    94
- BIOS Utility
  95
  - Boot Sequence
    95
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    95
  - Password
    95
- Using Software
  96
  - Playing DVD Movies
    96
Power Management
97
Acer Erecovery Management
97
- Create Backup
  98
- Restore from Backup
  98
- Create Factory Default Image CD
  99
- Re-Install Bundled Software Without CD
  99
- Change Password
  100
Troubleshooting
101
- Troubleshooting Tips
  101
- Error Messages
  101
Regulations and Safety Notices
102
- ENERGY STAR Guidelines Compliance
  102
- FCC Notice
  102
- Modem Notices
  103
  - Notice for Australia
    104
  - Notice for New Zealand
    105
- Laser Compliance Statement
  106
- LCD Pixel Statement
  106
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  106
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  107
- General
  107
- European Union (EU)
  107
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  108
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  109
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  110
- Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking
  111
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  112
Index
113

Acer Aspire 9120 Series Service Manual (122 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 7.64 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
Operating System
7
Storage Subsystem
8
Input Devices
8
Board Layout
11
Bottom View
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
14
Closed Front View
15
Left View
16
Right View
17
Rear Panel
17
Bottom Panel
18
Indicators
19
Touchpad Basics
21
Using the Keyboard
22
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
22
Windows Keys
22
Hot Keys
23
Special Key
24
Acer Empowering Technology
26
Acer Edatasecurity Management
26
Acer Elock Management
27
Acer Eperformance Management
28
Acer Erecovery Management
29
Acer Esettings Management
30
Acer Enet Management
31
Acer Epower Management
33
Battery Status
34
Acer Epresentation Management
35
Acer Orbicam
36
Rotating the Acer Orbicam
37
Capturing Photos or Videos
39
Using the System Utilities
42
Launch Manager
43
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
44
System Utilities
53
Bios Setup Utility
53
Navigating the Bios Utility
54
Setting a Password
60
Removing a Password
60
Changing a Password
61
Bios Flash Utility
65
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
67
General Information
68
Before You Begin
68
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
69
Removing the Battery Pack
71
Removing the Hdd Module
72
Removing the Odd Module
75
Removing the Lcd Module
75
Disassembling the Main Unit
77
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
77
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
77
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
78
Disassembling the Lcd Module
82
Disassembling the Odd Module
84
Disassembling the Hdd Module
84
Disassembling the External Modules
84
Table of Contents
85
Troubleshooting
85
System Check Procedures
86
External Diskette Drive Check
86
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
86
Memory Check
87
Power System Check
87
- Check the Power Adapter
  88
- Check the Battery Pack
  89
- Touchpad Check
  89
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
90
Error Message List
91
Intermittent Problems
101
Undetermined Problems
102
Jumper and Connector Locations
103

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Table of Contents

First Things First

Acer Empowering Technology

Your Acer Notebook Tour

Specifications

Indicators

Easy-Launch Buttons

Touchpad

Using the Keyboard

Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Disk

Using a Computer Security Lock

Audio

Using Surround/Multi-Channel Sound

Using the System Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Battery Pack

Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

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Taking Your Notebook PC with You

Securing Your Computer

Expanding through Options

Power Management

Acer Erecovery Management

Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

Index

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