Acer Aspire 4720Z Series Manuals

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Acer Aspire 4720Z Series User Manual (113 pages)

Acer Aspire 4320: Users Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3 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
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

43
Easy-Launch Buttons

44
Touchpad

45
- Touchpad Basics
  45
Using the Keyboard

47
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  47
- Windows Keys
  48
- Hotkeys
  49
- Special Keys
  50
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
- Recovery Cds
  60
- 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
  - TV Settings
    75
  - Using Teletext Functions
    75
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

77
- 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
  - Preparing the Computer
    83
  - What to Take with You
    83
  - Special Considerations
    84
  - Setting up a Home Office
    84
- Traveling with the Computer
  84
  - Preparing 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
- Modem Notices
  101
  - Notice for Australia
    102
  - 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
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  109
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  111
Index

112

Acer Aspire 4720Z Series User Manual (113 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3 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
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

43
Easy-Launch Buttons

44
Touchpad

45
- Touchpad Basics
  45
Using the Keyboard

47
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  47
- Windows Keys
  48
- Hotkeys
  49
- Special Keys
  50
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

51
Using a Computer Security Lock

51
Audio

52
Using the System Utilities

55
- Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
  55
- Launch Manager
  56
Frequently Asked Questions

58
- Recovery Cds
  60
- 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
  - TV Settings
    75
  - Using Teletext Functions
    75
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

77
- 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
  - Preparing the Computer
    83
  - What to Take with You
    83
  - Special Considerations
    84
  - Setting up a Home Office
    84
- Traveling with the Computer
  84
  - Preparing 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
- Modem Notices
  101
  - Notice for Australia
    102
  - 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
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  109
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  111
Index

112

Acer Aspire 4720Z Series User Manual (113 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1 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 4720Z Series Service Manual (103 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
Storage Subsystem
8
Input Devices
8
System Block Diagram
10
Board Layout
11
Top View
11
Bottom View
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
13
Front View
13
Closed Front View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
Rear View
16
Indicators
17
Base View
17
Easy-Launch Buttons
18
Touchpad Basics
19
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
20
Using the Keyboard
20
Windows Keys
21
Hot Keys
22
Special Key
23
The Euro Symbol
23
The US Dollar Sign
23
Empowering Technology Password
24
Acer Empowering Technology
24
Acer Enet Management
25
Acer Epower Management
26
Battery Status
27
Acer Eaudio Management
28
Acer Epresentation Management
29
Acer Edatasecurity Management
29
Acer Elock Management
31
Acer Erecovery Management
32
Acer Esettings Management
33
Using the System Utilities
35
Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
35
Launch Manager
36
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
37
Second Level Cache
37
System Memory
38
Memory Combinations
38
LAN Interface
39
Modem Interface
39
Bluetooth Interface
40
Audio Interface
41
LCD Inverter
43
System Power Management
44
Bios Setup Utility
45
System Utilities
45
Navigating the Bios Utility
46
Main Screen
48
Security
50
Set Supervisor Password
51
Setting a Password
51
Removing a Password
52
Changing a Password
52
Bios Flash Utility
56
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
57
General Information
58
Before You Begin
58
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
59
Screw List
60
Removing the Battery Pack
61
Removing the Hdd Module
62
Removing the HDD Module/Odd Module/Memory/Wireless LAN Card/Keyboard and the LCD Module
62
Removing the Wireless Lan Card
63
Removing the Odd Module
63
Removing the Memory
63
Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module
64
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Main Unit
66
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
67
Removing the CPU
69
Removing the Modem Card
69
Disassembling the Lcd Module
70
Disassembling the External Modules
71
Disassembling the Hdd Module
71
Disassembling the Odd Module
71
Troubleshooting
73
System Check Procedures
74
External Diskette Drive Check
74
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
74
External CD-ROM Drive Check
74
Power System Check
75
Memory Check
75
Check the Power Adapter
76
Check the Battery Pack
77
Touchpad Check
77
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
78
Index of Error Messages
79
Error Code List
79
Error Message List
79
Phoenix Bios Beep Codes
82
Index of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message
86
PCMCIA-Related Symptoms
87
Memory-Related Symptoms
87
Speaker-Related Symptoms
87
Peripheral-Related Symptoms
88
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms
88
Modem-Related Symptoms
88
Intermittent Problems
89
Undetermined Problems
90
Jumper and Connector Locations
91
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List
93

Acer Aspire 4720Z Series Service Manual (104 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
System Block Diagram
10
Board Layout
11
Bottom View
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
13
Front View
13
Closed Front View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
Rear View
16
Base View
17
Indicators
17
Touchpad Basics
19
Using the Keyboard
20
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
20
Windows Keys
21
Hot Keys
22
Special Key
23
Acer Empowering Technology
24
Empowering Technology Password
24
Acer Enet Management
25
Acer Epower Management
26
Acer Eaudio Management
28
Acer Epresentation Management
29
Acer Edatasecurity Management
29
Acer Elock Management
31
Acer Erecovery Management
32
Acer Esettings Management
33
Using the System Utilities
35
Launch Manager
36
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
37
System Utilities
45
Bios Setup Utility
45
Navigating the Bios Utility
46
Main Screen
48
Security
50
Setting a Password
51
Set Supervisor Password
51
Removing a Password
52
Changing a Password
52
Bios Flash Utility
56
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
57
General Information
58
Before You Begin
58
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
59
Removing the Battery Pack
61
Removing the Hdd Module
62
Removing the Odd Module
63
Removing the Memory
63
Removing the Wireless Lan Card
63
Disassembling the Main Unit
66
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
67
Disassembling the Lcd Module
70
Disassembling the External Modules
71
Disassembling the Hdd Module
71
Disassembling the Odd Module
71
Troubleshooting
73
System Check Procedures
74
External Diskette Drive Check
74
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
74
Memory Check
75
Power System Check
75
Check the Power Adapter
76
Check the Battery Pack
77
Touchpad Check
77
Index of Error Messages
79
Phoenix Bios Beep Codes
82
Index of Symptom-To-Fru Error Message
86
Intermittent Problems
89
Undetermined Problems
90
Jumper and Connector Locations
91

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Acer Aspire 4720Z Series User Manual (113 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 4720Z Series User Manual (113 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 4720Z 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

Acer Aspire 4720Z Series Service Manual (103 pages)