Acer Aspire 4520G Series Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Acer Aspire 4520G Series. We have 3 Acer Aspire 4520G Series manuals available for free PDF download: User Manual, Service Manual

Acer Aspire 4520G Series User Manual (114 pages)

Acer Notebook PC User's Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.09 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
  - Turning Your Computer on and off
    12
  - Taking Care of Your Computer
    13
  - Taking Care of Your AC Adapter
    13
  - Taking Care of Your Battery Pack
    14
  - Cleaning and Servicing
    14
    
    Table of Contents
    15
    
    Acer Empowering Technology
    19
Acer Empowering Technology

20
- Empowering Technology Password
  20
- Acer Enet Management
  21
- Acer Epower Management
  22
- Battery Status
  23
- Acer Eaudio Management
  25
- Acer Epresentation Management
  26
- Acer Edatasecurity Management
  27
- Acer Elock Management
  27
- Acer Erecovery Management
  30
- Acer Esettings Management
  31
- Windows Mobility Center
  32
Your Acer Notebook Tour

34
- Front View
  34
- Closed Front View
  36
- Left View
  37
- Right View
  38
- Rear View
  38
- Base View
  39
Specifications

40
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
  51
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

52
Using a Computer Security Lock

52
Audio

53
Using the System Utilities

56
Frequently Asked Questions

59
- Recovery Cds
  61
- Requesting Service
  62
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    62
  - Before You Call
    62
Battery Pack

63
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  63
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    63
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  64
- Charging the Battery
  65
- Checking the Battery Level
  65
- Optimising Battery Life
  65
- Battery-Low Warning
  66
Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

67
- Finding and Playing Content
  68
  - Settings
    68
- Arcade Controls
  69
  - Navigation Controls
    69
  - Player Controls
    69
  - Virtual Keyboard
    70
  - Background Mode
    70
- Cinema
  71
  - Settings
    71
- Album
  72
  - Editing Pictures
    72
  - Slide Show Settings
    72
- Video
  73
  - Playing a Video File
    73
  - Capturing Video (TV Models Only)
    73
  - Snapshot
    73
- Music
  74
- TV (for Selected Models)
  74
  - Time-Shift Functionality
    75
  - Recorded TV
    75
  - Scheduling Recordings
    75
  - Program Guide
    75
  - Find Program
    76
  - TV Settings
    76
  - Using Teletext Functions
    76
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

78
- Remote Control (for Selected Models)
  79
  - Remote Functions
    80
- Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe
  81
- Videomagician
  81
- TV Joy (Selected Models Only)
  81
- Sportscap (Selected Models Only)
  81
- DV Wizard
  81
- Dvdivine
  82
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

83
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  83
- Moving Around
  83
  - Preparing the Computer
    83
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    84
- Taking the Computer Home
  84
  - Preparing the Computer
    84
  - What to Take with You
    84
  - Special Considerations
    85
  - Setting up a Home Office
    85
- Traveling with the Computer
  85
  - Preparing the Computer
    85
  - What to Take with You
    85
  - Special Considerations
    86
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  86
  - Preparing the Computer
    86
  - What to Bring with You
    86
Securing Your Computer

87
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  87
- Using Passwords
  87
  - Entering Passwords
    88
  - Setting Passwords
    88
Expanding through Options

89
- Connectivity Options
  89
  - Fax/Data Modem
    89
  - Built-In Network Feature
    90
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    90
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    91
  - Expresscard
    92
  - Installing Memory
    93
- BIOS Utility
  94
  - Boot Sequence
    94
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    94
  - Password
    94
- Using Software
  95
  - Playing DVD Movies
    95
Power Management

96
Acer Erecovery Management

97
- Create Backup
  97
- Burn Backup Disc
  98
- Restore and Recovery
  98
Troubleshooting

99
- Troubleshooting Tips
  99
- Error Messages
  99
Regulations and Safety Notices

101
- FCC Notice
  101
- Modem Notices
  102
  - Notice for Australia
    103
  - Notice for New Zealand
    104
- Laser Compliance Statement
  105
- LCD Pixel Statement
  105
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  105
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  106
- General
  106
- European Union (EU)
  106
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  108
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  109
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  110
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  112
Index

113

Acer Aspire 4520G Series User Manual (113 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.75 MB

Safety Instructions
3
Using Electrical Power
4
Additional Safety Information
6
Operating Environment
6
Medical Devices
6
Vehicles
7
Potentially Explosive Environments
7
- Finding Your Comfort Zone
  10
- Cleaning and Servicing
  14
- Taking Care of Your Battery Pack
  14
- Table of Contents
  15
Acer Empowering Technology

19
Your Acer Notebook Tour

33
- Front View
  33
Indicators

34
Easy-Launch Buttons

34
- Closed Front View
  35
- Left View
  36
- Right View
  37
- Rear View
  37
- Base View
  38
Specifications

39
Touchpad

45
- Touchpad Basics
  45
Using the Keyboard

47
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  47
- Special Keys
  47
- Windows Keys
  48
- Hotkeys
  49
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

51
Using a Computer Security Lock

51
Audio

52
Using the System Utilities

55
Frequently Asked Questions

58
- Requesting Service
  61
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    61
  - Before You Call
    61
Battery Pack

62
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  62
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    62
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  63
- Charging the Battery
  64
- Checking the Battery Level
  64
- Optimising Battery Life
  64
- Battery-Low Warning
  65
Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

66
- Finding and Playing Content
  67
  - Settings
    67
- Arcade Controls
  68
  - Navigation Controls
    68
  - Player Controls
    68
  - Virtual Keyboard
    69
  - Background Mode
    69
- Cinema
  70
  - Settings
    70
- Album
  71
  - Editing Pictures
    71
  - Slide Show Settings
    71
- Video
  72
  - Playing a Video File
    72
  - Capturing Video (TV Models Only)
    72
  - Snapshot
    72
- Music
  73
- TV (for Selected Models)
  73
  - Time-Shift Functionality
    74
  - Recorded TV
    74
  - Scheduling Recordings
    74
  - Program Guide
    74
  - Find Program
    75
    
    Signal Settings
    75
    
    Channel Settings
    75
    
    Recording Settings
    75
  - TV Settings
    75
  - Using Teletext Functions
    75
(For Selected Models)

78
Acer Arcade Deluxe

78
- Remote Control (for Selected Models)
  78
  - Remote Functions
    79
- Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe
  80
- Videomagician
  80
- TV Joy (Selected Models Only)
  80
- Sportscap (Selected Models Only)
  80
- DV Wizard
  80
- Dvdivine
  81
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

82
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  82
- Moving Around
  82
  - Preparing the Computer
    82
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    83
- Taking the Computer Home
  83
  - What to Take with You
    83
  - Preparing the Computer
    84
  - Special Considerations
    84
  - Setting up a Home Office
    84
- Traveling with the Computer
  84
  - What to Take with You
    84
  - Special Considerations
    85
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  85
  - Preparing the Computer
    85
  - What to Bring with You
    85
Securing Your Computer

86
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  86
- Using Passwords
  86
  - Entering Passwords
    87
  - Setting Passwords
    87
Expanding through Options

88
- Connectivity Options
  88
  - Fax/Data Modem
    88
  - Built-In Network Feature
    89
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    89
  - IEEE 1394 Port
    90
  - Expresscard
    91
  - Installing Memory
    92
- BIOS Utility
  93
  - Boot Sequence
    93
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    93
  - Password
    93
- Using Software
  94
  - Playing DVD Movies
    94
Power Management

95
Acer Erecovery Management

96
- Create Backup
  96
- Burn Backup Disc
  97
- Restore and Recovery
  97
Troubleshooting

98
- Troubleshooting Tips
  98
- Error Messages
  98
Regulations and Safety Notices

100
- FCC Notice
  100
- Declaration of Conformity for Eu Countries
  101
- Modem Notices
  101
  - Notice for Usa
    101
  - Notice for New Zealand
    103
- Laser Compliance Statement
  104
- LCD Pixel Statement
  104
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  104
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  105
- General
  105
- European Union (EU)
  105
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  107
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  108
- Communication Devices (Rss)
  108
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  109
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  111
Index

112

Acer Aspire 4520G Series Service Manual (106 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.92 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
System Block Diagram
11
Board Layout
12
Top View
12
Bottom View
13
Your Acer Notebook Tour
14
Front View
14
Closed Front View
15
Left View
16
Right View
17
Rear View
17
Base View
18
Indicators
18
Touchpad Basics
20
Windows Keys
22
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
22
Using the Keyboard
22
Hot Keys
23
Special Key
24
Acer Empowering Technology
25
Empowering Technology Password
25
Acer Epower Management
27
Acer Epresentation Management
28
Acer Edatasecurity Management
29
Acer Elock Management
31
Acer Erecovery Management
32
Acer Esettings Management
33
Using the System Utilities
35
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
37
Bios Setup Utility
45
System Utilities
45
Navigating the Bios Utility
46
Main Screen
48
Security
50
Setting a Password
51
Bios Flash Utility
58
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
59
General Information
60
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
61
Removing the Battery Pack
63
Removing the Memory
66
Disassembling the Main Unit
69
Disassembling the Lcd Module
73
Disassembling the External Modules
74
Disassembling the Hdd Module
74
Table of Contents
75
Troubleshooting
75
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
76
External Diskette Drive Check
76
System Check Procedures
76
Memory Check
77
Power System Check
77
- Check the Power Adapter
  78
- Check the Battery Pack
  79
- Touchpad Check
  79
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
80
Undetermined Problems
80
Error Message List
81
Intermittent Problems
91
Undetermined Problems
92
Jumper and Connector Locations
93

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Acer Aspire 4520G Series User Manual (114 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

Using the System Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Battery Pack

Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

Taking Your Notebook PC with You

Securing Your Computer

Expanding through Options

Power Management

Acer Erecovery Management

Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

Index

Acer Aspire 4520G Series User Manual (113 pages)

Table of Contents

Acer Empowering Technology

Your Acer Notebook Tour

Indicators

Easy-Launch Buttons

Specifications

Touchpad

Using the Keyboard

Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

Using a Computer Security Lock

Audio

Using the System Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Battery Pack

Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

(For Selected Models)

Acer Arcade Deluxe

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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