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Acer ASPIRE 4230 Service Manual (200 pages)

Acer Laptop User Manual

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents

7
- Revision History
  2
- System Specifications
  
  11
  - Features
    11
    
    Power Subsystem
    12
    
    Privacy Control
    12
    
    Special Keys and Controls
    12
  - System Block Diagram
    14
  - Your Acer Notebook Tour
    15
    
    Front View
    15
    
    Closed Front View
    16
    
    Left View
    17
    
    Rear View
    18
    
    Right View
    18
    
    Bottom View
    19
    
    Easy-Launch Buttons
    20
    
    Indicators
    20
    
    Touch Pad Basics (with Fingerprint Reader)
    21
  - Using the Keyboard
    22
    
    Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
    22
    
    Windows Keys
    23
    
    Hot Keys
    24
    
    Special Key
    25
  - Using the System Utilities
    26
    
    Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
    26
    
    Launch Manager
    27
  - Hardware Specifications and Configurations
    28
- System Utilities
  
  39
  - BIOS Setup Utility
    39
    
    Navigating the BIOS Utility
    39
    
    Information
    40
    
    Main
    41
    
    Advanced
    42
    
    Security
    45
    
    Removing a Password
    46
    
    Setting a Password
    46
    
    Changing a Password
    47
    
    Boot
    48
    
    Power
    49
    
    Exit
    51
  - BIOS Flash Utility
    52
  - Remove HDD/BIOS Utility
    53
- Machine Disassembly and Replacement
  
  57
  - Disassembly Requirements
    57
  - General Information
    58
    
    Disassembly Process
    58
    
    Pre-Disassembly Instructions
    58
  - External Module Disassembly Process
    59
    
    External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
    59
    
    Removing the Battery Pack
    60
    
    Removing the Express Dummy Card
    61
    
    Removing the SD Dummy Card
    62
    
    Removing the Lower Cover
    63
    
    Removing the DIMM Module
    64
    
    Removing the WLAN Module
    65
    
    Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module
    67
    
    Removing the Optical Drive Module
    69
  - Main Unit Disassembly Process
    71
    
    Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
    71
    
    Removing the Switch Cover
    73
    
    Removing the Keyboard
    74
    
    Removing the Antenna Cables
    75
    
    Removing the LCD Module
    76
    
    Removing the LED Board
    78
    
    Removing the Upper Cover
    79
    
    Removing the Launch Board
    82
    
    Removing the Speaker Module
    83
    
    Removing the Finger Print Reader
    86
    
    Removing the Touch Pad Module
    87
    
    Removing the Bluetooth Board
    88
    
    Removing the Mainboard
    90
    
    Removing the Modem Module
    91
    
    Removing the I/O Board
    92
    
    Removing the Thermal/Fan Module
    93
    
    Removing the CPU
    94
  - LCD Module Disassembly Process
    95
    
    LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
    95
    
    Removing the LCD Bezel
    96
    
    Removing the Inverter Board
    98
    
    Removing the Camera Board
    99
    
    Removing the LCD Panel
    100
    
    Removing the LCD Brackets and FPC Cable
    101
  - LCD Module Reassembly Procedure
    102
    
    Replacing the LCD Panel
    102
    
    Replacing the Camera Module
    104
    
    Replacing the Inverter Board
    104
    
    Replacing the LCD Bezel
    105
  - Main Module Reassembly Procedure
    106
    
    Replacing the CPU
    106
    
    Replacing the Thermal/Fan Module
    107
    
    Replacing the I/O Board
    108
    
    Replacing the Modem Module
    108
    
    Replacing the Bluetooth Board
    109
    
    Replacing the Mainboard
    109
    
    Replacing the Touch Pad Module
    110
    
    Replacing the Finger Print Reader
    111
    
    Replacing the Speaker Module
    111
    
    Replacing the Launch Board
    114
    
    Replacing the Upper Cover
    114
    
    Replacing the LCD Module
    117
    
    Replacing the LED Board
    117
    
    Replacing the Antenna Cables
    118
    
    Replacing the Keyboard
    119
    
    Replacing the ODD Module
    120
    
    Replacing the Switch Cover
    120
    
    Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Module
    121
    
    Replacing the WLAN Module
    122
    
    Replacing the DIMM Modules
    123
    
    Replacing the Lower Cover
    123
    
    Replacing the Battery
    124
    
    Replacing the Expresscard Dummy Card
    124
    
    Replacing the SD Dummy Card
    124
Troubleshooting

125
- Common Problems
  125
  - Computer Shutsdown Intermittently
    126
  - Power on Issue
    126
  - No Display Issue
    127
  - Abnormal Video Display
    128
  - Random Loss of BIOS Settings
    128
  - Built-In Keyboard Failure
    129
  - LCD Failure
    129
- Internal Keyboard Failure
  129
  - Internal Speaker Failure
    130
  - Touch Pad Failure
    130
  - Sound Problems
    131
  - Internal Microphone Failure
    132
  - Microphone Problems
    132
  - HDD Not Operating Correctly
    133
  - ODD Failure
    134
  - Modem Function Failure
    137
  - USB Failure (Rightside)
    137
- Modem Failure
  137
  - Easytouch Button Failure
    138
  - Wireless Function Failure
    138
- Rightside USB Failure
  137
- Acer Easylaunch Button Failure
  138
  - Fingerprint Reader Failure
    139
  - Mediatouch Button Failure
    139
- WLAN Failure
  138
- Acer Mediatouch Failure
  139
  - HDTV Switch Failure
    140
  - Thermal Unit Failure
    140
  - External Mouse Failure
    141
  - Other Failures
    141
- Other Functions Failure
  141
- Intermittent Failures
  142
- Intermittent Problems
  142
- Undermined Failures
  142
- Undetermined Problems
  142
- POST Codes Tables
  143
  - Chipset POST Codes
    143
  - Core POST Codes
    145
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  
  153
  - Top View
    153
  - Bottom View
    154
  - Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
    155
    
    Clearing Password Check
    155
    
    BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk
    156
- FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
  
  157
  - Aspire 4530/4230 Exploded Diagram
    158
    
    Main Assembly
    158
    
    LCD Assembly
    159
    
    Aspire 4530/4230 FRU List
    160
- Model Definition and Configuration
  
  168
  - Aspire 4530/4230 Series
    169
- Test Compatible Components
  
  193
  - Microsoft® Windows® Vista Environment Test
    194
- Online Support Information
  
  197
- Index
  
  199

Acer ASPIRE 4230 User Manual (109 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Information for Your Safety and Comfort
3
Safety Instructions
3
Additional Safety Information
7
Operating Environment
7
Medical Devices
7
Vehicles
8
Potentially Explosive Environments
8
Mercury Advisory
9
Disposal Instructions
9
Emergency Calls
9
Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
10
Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
12
First Things First

14
- Your Guides
  14
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  14
Acer Empowering Technology

21
- Launching Acer Empowering Technology
  21
- Empowering Technology Password
  23
- Acer Eaudio Management
  25
- Acer Epower Management
  26
  - Using Power Plans
    26
  - Battery Status
    27
- Acer Edatasecurity Management (for Selected Models)
  29
- Acer Erecovery Management
  31
- Acer Esettings Management
  32
- Windows Mobility Center
  34
Your Acer Notebook Tour

35
- Top View
  35
- Closed Front View
  37
- Left View
  38
- Right View
  39
- Rear View
  40
- Base View
  41
Specifications

42
Indicators

44
Easy-Launch Buttons

45
Touchpad

46
- Touchpad Basics
  47
Using the Keyboard

49
- Lock Keys and Separate Numeric Keypad
  49
- Windows Keys
  50
- Hotkeys
  51
- Special Keys
  52
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

53
Using a Computer Security Lock

53
Audio

54
- Tuba
  54
- 5.1 Channel
  54
  - Acer Purezone
    54
  - Using Dolby Home Theater for Surround/Multi-Channel Sound
    55
    
    Dolby Digital Live
    55
    
    Dolby Headphone
    55
Acer Cinedash Media Console

56
Video

58
- 16:9 Display
  58
Using the System Utilities

59
Frequently Asked Questions

62
- Nothing Appears on the Screen
  62
- The Keyboard Does Not Respond
  63
- The Printer Does Not Work
  63
- Recovery Cds
  64
- Requesting Service
  65
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    65
  - Before You Call
    65
Battery Pack

66
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  66
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    66
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  67
- Charging the Battery
  68
- Checking the Battery Level
  68
- Optimising Battery Life
  68
- Battery-Low Warning
  69
Acer Arcade Deluxe

70
- General Controls
  71
  - Navigation Controls
    71
  - Player Controls
    71
- Cinema
  71
  - Movies
    71
- Videos
  72
  - Playing a Video File
    72
- Recent Videos
  72
- Homemedia
  73
- Advanced
  73
  - Live Update
    73
- Albums
  75
  - Editing Pictures
    76
  - Slideshow Settings
    76
  - Snapshot
    76
- Music
  76
  - Background Mode
    76
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

77
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  77
- Moving Around
  77
  - Preparing the Computer
    77
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    78
- Taking the Computer Home
  78
  - Preparing the Computer
    78
  - What to Take with You
    78
  - Special Considerations
    79
  - Setting up a Home Office
    79
- Traveling with the Computer
  79
  - Preparing the Computer
    79
  - What to Take with You
    79
  - Special Considerations
    80
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  80
  - Preparing the Computer
    80
  - What to Bring with You
    80
Securing Your Computer

81
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  81
- Using Passwords
  81
  - Entering Passwords
    82
  - Setting Passwords
    82
Expanding through Options

83
- Connectivity Options
  83
  - Fax/Data Modem
    83
  - Built-In Network Feature
    84
  - Consumer Infrared (CIR)
    84
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    85
  - High-Definition Multimedia Interface
    85
  - Expresscard
    86
  - Inserting an Expresscard
    86
  - Installing Memory
    87
- Connecting Your TV and AV-In Cables (for Selected Models)
  88
- BIOS Utility
  91
  - Boot Sequence
    91
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    91
  - Password
    91
- Using Software
  92
  - Playing DVD Movies
    92
Power Management

93
Acer Erecovery Management

94
- Burn Backup Discs
  94
- Create a User Backup
  95
- Manage User Backups
  95
- Restore
  96
Troubleshooting

97
- Troubleshooting Tips
  97
- Error Messages
  97
Regulations and Safety Notices

99
- FCC Notice
  99
- Modem Notices
  100
  - Notice for Australia
    101
  - List of Applicable Countries
    101
  - Notice for New Zealand
    102
- Laser Compliance Statement
  103
- LCD Pixel Statement
  103
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  103
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  104
- General
  104
- European Union (EU)
  104
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  105
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  106
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  107
Index

108

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Model Definition and Configuration

Test Compatible Components

Online Support Information

Index

Acer ASPIRE 4230 User Manual (109 pages)

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) Drive Tray

Using a Computer Security Lock

Audio

Acer Cinedash Media Console

Video

Using the System Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Battery Pack

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Securing Your Computer

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Power Management

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Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

Index

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