User Manuals: Acer ASPIRE Aspire 5580 Notebook

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Acer ASPIRE Aspire 5580 User Manual (124 pages)

Acer Aspire 3680: Users Guide

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

Information for Your Safety and Comfort
3
Safety Instructions
3
Additional Safety Information
6
Operating Environment
6
Medical Devices
6
Vehicles
7
Potentially Explosive Environments
7
Mercury Advisory
8
Disposal Instructions
8
Emergency Calls
8
Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
9
First Things First

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

21
Your Acer Notebook Tour

34
- Front View
  34
- Closed Front View
  35
- Left View
  36
- Right View
  37
- Rear View
  38
- Base View
  39
Specifications

40
Indicators

46
Easy-Launch Buttons

47
Touchpad

48
- Touchpad Basics
  48
Using the Keyboard

50
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  50
- Windows Keys
  51
- Hotkeys
  52
- Special Keys
  54
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

55
Using a Computer Security Lock

55
Audio

56
- Adjusting the Volume
  56
Using Acer Bluetooth® Voip Phone

57
- Getting to Know Your Voip Phone
  57
  - Package Contents
    57
  - Layout
    57
  - LED Indicators
    58
  - Charging the Phone
    58
- Connecting the Phone to Your Notebook
  59
- Using the Phone
  61
Using the System Utilities

62
Frequently Asked Questions

65
- Nothing Appears on the Screen
  65
- Recovery Cds
  67
- Requesting Service
  68
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    68
  - Before You Call
    68
Battery Pack

69
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  69
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    69
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  70
- Charging the Battery
  71
- Checking the Battery Level
  71
- Optimising Battery Life
  71
- Battery-Low Warning
  72
Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

74
- Remote Control
  75
  - Remote Functions
    76
- Finding and Playing Content
  77
  - Settings
    77
- Arcade Controls
  78
  - Navigation Controls
    78
  - Player Controls
    78
  - Virtual Keyboard
    79
  - Background Mode
    79
- Cinema
  80
  - Settings
    80
- Album
  81
  - Editing Pictures
    81
  - Slide Show Settings
    81
- Video
  82
  - Playing a Video File
    82
  - Capturing Video (TV Models Only)
    82
  - Snapshot
    82
  - Editing Video
    83
- Music
  83
- TV (for Selected Models)
  84
  - Time-Shift Functionality
    84
  - Recorded TV
    85
  - Scheduling Recordings
    85
  - Program Guide
    85
  - Find Program
    85
  - TV Settings
    85
  - Using Teletext Functions
    86
- Make Dvds
  87
  - Authoring CD/Dvds
    87
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

88
- Remote Control
  89
  - Remote Functions
    90
- Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe
  91
- Videomagician
  91
- TV Joy (Selected Models Only)
  91
- Sportscap (Selected Models Only)
  91
- DV Wizard
  92
- Dvdivine
  92
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

93
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  93
- Moving Around
  93
  - Preparing the Computer
    93
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    94
- Taking the Computer Home
  94
  - Preparing the Computer
    94
  - What to Take with You
    94
  - Special Considerations
    95
  - Setting up a Home Office
    95
- Traveling with the Computer
  95
  - Preparing the Computer
    95
  - What to Take with You
    95
  - Special Considerations
    96
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  96
  - Preparing the Computer
    96
  - What to Bring with You
    96
Securing Your Computer

97
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  97
- Using Passwords
  97
  - Entering Passwords
    98
  - Setting Passwords
    98
Expanding through Options

99
- Connectivity Options
  99
  - Fax/Data Modem
    99
  - Built-In Network Feature
    100
  - Fast Infrared (FIR) (for Selected Models)
    100
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    101
  - IEEE 1394 Port (for Selected Models)
    101
  - PC Card Slot
    102
  - Installing Memory
    102
- BIOS Utility
  103
  - Boot Sequence
    103
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    104
  - Password
    104
- Using Software
  105
  - Playing DVD Movies
    105
Acer Erecovery Management

106
- Create Backup
  106
- Burn Backup Disc
  107
- Restore and Recovery
  107
Troubleshooting

108
- Troubleshooting Tips
  108
- Error Messages
  108
Regulations and Safety Notices

111
- FCC Notice
  111
- Modem Notices
  112
  - Notice for Australia
    113
  - List of Applicable Countries
    113
  - Notice for New Zealand
    114
- Laser Compliance Statement
  115
- LCD Pixel Statement
  115
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  115
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  116
- General
  116
- European Union (EU)
  116
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  118
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  119
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  120
- Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking
  121
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  122
Index

123

Acer ASPIRE Aspire 5580 Service Manual (147 pages)

Acer Laptop User Manual

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

Revision History
2
Table of Contents
7
Chapter 1 System Specifications

9
- System Specifications
  9
- Features
  9
  - Display and Graphics
    9
  - Storage Subsystem
    9
  - Input Devices
    10
- System Block Diagram
  12
- Board Layout
  13
  - Top View
    13
  - Bottom View
    14
- Your Acer Notebook Tour
  16
  - Front View
    16
  - Closed Front View
    17
  - Left View
    18
  - Right View
    19
  - Rear Panel
    19
  - Bottom Panel
    20
  - Indicators
    20
  - Easy-Launch Buttons
    22
  - Touchpad Basics
    22
- Using the Keyboard
  24
  - Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
    24
  - Windows Keys
    24
  - Hot Keys
    25
  - Special Key
    26
    
    The Euro Symbol
    27
    
    The US Dollar Sign
    27
- Acer Empowering Technology
  28
  - Empowering Technology Password
    28
  - Acer Enet Management (for Selected Models)
    28
  - Acer Epower Management
    30
  - Battery Status
    31
  - Acer Epresentation Management
    32
  - Acer Edatasecurity Management (for Selected Models)
    33
  - Acer Elock Management
    35
  - Acer Erecovery Management
    36
  - Acer Esettings Management
    37
  - Acer Eperformance Management
    37
  - Acer Orbicam
    38
    
    Rotating the Acer Orbicam
    39
    
    Launching the Acer Orbicam
    39
    
    Capturing Photos or Videos
    41
    
    Using the Acer Orbicam as Webcam
    41
- Using the System Utilities
  42
  - Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
    42
  - Launch Manager
    43
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  44
  - Second Level Cache
    44
  - System Memory
    45
  - Memory Combinations
    46
  - LAN Interface
    46
  - Modem Interface
    46
  - Bluetooth Interface
    47
  - Video Interface
    50
  - Video Memory
    50
  - System Board Major Chips
    50
  - LCD Inverter
    52
  - System Power Management
    52
Chapter 2 System Utilities

55
- System Utilities
  55
- BIOS Setup Utility
  55
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    56
  - Information
    57
  - Main
    58
  - Advanced
    60
  - Security
    61
    
    Setting a Password
    62
    
    Removing a Password
    63
    
    Changing a Password
    63
  - Boot
    65
  - Exit
    66
- BIOS Flash Utility
  67
- Remove HDD/BIOS Utility
  68
- Remove BIOS Password
  69
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

73
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

87
- Troubleshooting
  87
- System Check Procedures
  88
  - External Diskette Drive Check
    88
  - External CD-ROM Drive Check
    88
  - Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
    88
  - Memory Check
    89
  - Power System Check
    89
    
    Check the Power Adapter
    90
    
    Check the Battery Pack
    91
  - Touchpad Check
    91
- Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
  92
- Index of Error Messages
  93
  - Error Code List
    93
  - Error Message List
    93
- Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
  96
- Index of Symptom-To-FRU Error Message
  100
  - PCMCIA-Related Symptoms
    101
  - Memory-Related Symptoms
    101
  - Speaker-Related Symptoms
    101
  - Peripheral-Related Symptoms
    102
  - Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms
    102
  - Modem-Related Symptoms
    102
- Intermittent Problems
  103
- Undetermined Problems
  104
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

105
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  105
- Top View
  105
- Bottom View
  106
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

109
- Aspire 3680/5570/5580 Exploded Diagram
  110
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

122
- Aspire 3680 Series
  122
- Aspire 5570 Series
  132
- Aspire 5580 Series
  136
Appendix B Test Compatible Components

137
- Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test
  138
- Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Environment Test
  140
Appendix C Online Support Information

143

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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) Drive Tray

Using a Computer Security Lock

Audio

Using Acer Bluetooth® Voip Phone

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

Acer Erecovery Management

Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

Index

Acer ASPIRE Aspire 5580 Service Manual (147 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 System Specifications

Chapter 2 System Utilities

Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

Appendix B Test Compatible Components

Appendix C Online Support Information

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