Acer TRAVELMATE 8172 Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Acer TRAVELMATE 8172. We have 4 Acer TRAVELMATE 8172 manuals available for free PDF download: Quick Manual, Service Manual, User Manual

Acer TRAVELMATE 8172 Quick Manual (314 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 50.54 MB

Acer TRAVELMATE 8172 Service Manual (240 pages)

Acer Laptop User Manual

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 9.2 MB

Revision History
2
Table of Contents
7
System Specifications

9
- Dimensions and Weight
  10
- Input and Control
  10
- Power Adapter and Battery
  10
- Wireless and Networking
  10
- Input and Output
  11
- Options and Accessories
  12
- Quality and Reliability Tests
  12
- System Compliance
  12
- System Block Diagram
  13
- Board Layout
  14
  - Top View
    14
  - Bottom View
    15
- Your Acer Notebook Tour
  17
  - Top View
    17
  - Closed Front View
    18
  - Rear View
    18
  - Left View
    19
  - Right View
    19
  - Base View
    20
  - Touchpad Basics (with Fingerprint Reader)
    21
  - Touchpad Basics (with Two-Click Buttons)
    22
- Using the Keyboard
  23
  - Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
    23
  - Windows Keys
    24
  - Hot Keys
    25
- Using the System Utilities
  26
  - Acer Backup Manager
    28
  - Power Management
    29
  - Acer Powersmart Key
    29
  - Acer Erecovery Management
    29
  - Burn Backup Discs
    30
  - Restore
    30
  - Restore Windows Vista from Backup Discs
    31
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  32
- BIOS Setup Utility
  37
System Utilities

37
- Invoking BIOS Setup
  38
  - Information
    38
  - Main
    39
  - Security
    41
  - Set Supervisor Password
    42
  - Boot
    44
  - Exit
    44
    
    Exit Saving Changes
    45
    
    Exit Discarding Changes
    45
    
    Load Setup Default
    45
    
    Discard Changes
    46
    
    Save Changes
    46
- BIOS Flash Utility
  47
- DOS Flash BIOS SOP
  48
- Clean BIOS Password SOP
  51
- Clean HDD Password SOP
  56
- Crisis Disk SOP
  62
- DMI Utility SOP
  65
- LAN EEPROM Utility SOP
  69
- Winflash SOP
  73
  - Disassembly Requirements
    77
  - Related Information
    77
  - Replacement Requirements
    77
Machine Disassembly and Replacement

77
- Pre-Disassembly Instructions
  78
- Disassemble Process
  79
- External Module Disassembly Process
  79
- Removing the Battery Pack
  80
- Removing the HDD
  82
- Removing the DIMM Module
  86
- Remove the Wireless Module
  89
- LCD Module Disassembly Process
  91
- Removing the Keyboard
  92
- Removing the Upper Case
  95
- Removing the LCD Module
  99
- Removing the Bluetooth Module
  106
- Removing the Mainboard
  108
- LCD Module Disassembly Process
  121
- Removing the Mainboard
  122
- Removing the Camera Board
  126
- Remove the Antennas
  127
- LCD Reassembly
  132
  - Replacing the Antenna
    132
  - Replacing the Camera Board
    136
  - Replace the Wireless LAN Module
    137
  - Replacing LCM Module
    138
  - Replacing the Mainboard
    143
  - Replacing the Panel
    152
  - Replacing the Bluetooth Module
    159
  - Replacing the Upper Case
    160
  - Replacing the Keyboard
    164
  - Replace the Wireless LAN Module
    166
  - Replace the DIMM Module
    167
  - Replacing HDD Module
    170
  - Replacing the Battery
    172
Troubleshooting

173
- System Check Procedures
  174
  - External Diskette Drive Check
    174
  - External CD-ROM Drive Check
    174
  - Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
    174
  - Memory Check
    175
  - Power System Check
    175
  - Touchpad Check
    176
- Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
  177
- Index of Error Messages
  178
- Insydeh2O BIOS Beep Codes
  181
- Index of Symptom-To-FRU Error Message
  185
- Intermittent Problems
  189
- Undetermined Problems
  190
Jumper and Connector Locations

191
- Top View
  191
- Bottom View
  192
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

195
- Travelmate 8172/8172Z Exploded Diagram
  196
- Travelmate 8172/8172Z FRU List
  199
Model Definition and Configuration

211
Test Compatible Components

231
- Environment Test
  232
Online Support Information

239

Acer TRAVELMATE 8172 User Manual (62 pages)

Acer TravelMate 5740: User Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.31 MB

Safety Instructions
3
- Using Electrical Power
  4
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  6
Operating Environment
7
Medical Devices
8
Vehicles
8
Potentially Explosive Environments
9
Emergency Calls
9
Disposal Instructions
9
- Mercury Advisory
  9
- Energy Star
  10
- Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
  10
- Finding Your Comfort Zone
  11
First Things First

13
- Your Guides
  13
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  13
Touchpad

21
- Touchpad Basics (with Fingerprint Reader)
  21
- Touchpad Basics (with Two-Click Buttons)
  22
Using the Keyboard

23
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  23
- Windows Keys
  24
Audio

25
- Acer Purezone (Only for Certain Models)
  25
Video

25
- 16:9 Display (Only for Certain Models)
  25
Using the System Utilities

26
Power Management

29
Acer Erecovery Management

30
- Burn Backup Discs
  31
- Restore
  32
  - Restore Windows from Backup Discs
    33
Battery Pack

35
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  35
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    35
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  36
- Charging the Battery
  37
- Checking the Battery Level
  37
- Optimising Battery Life
  37
- Battery-Low Warning
  38
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

39
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  39
- Moving Around
  39
  - Preparing the Computer
    39
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    40
- Taking the Computer Home
  40
  - Preparing the Computer
    40
  - What to Take with You
    40
  - Special Considerations
    41
  - Setting up a Home Office
    41
- Traveling with the Computer
  41
  - Preparing the Computer
    41
  - What to Take with You
    41
  - Special Considerations
    42
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  42
  - Preparing the Computer
    42
  - What to Bring with You
    42
Securing Your Computer

43
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  43
- Using Passwords
  43
  - Entering Passwords
    44
  - Setting Passwords
    44
Expanding through Options

45
- Connectivity Options
  45
- BIOS Utility
  50
  - Boot Sequence
    50
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    50
  - Password
    50
- Using Software
  51
  - Playing DVD Movies
    51
Frequently Asked Questions

52
- Recovery Cds
  54
- Requesting Service
  55
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    55
  - Before You Call
    55
Troubleshooting

56
- Troubleshooting Tips
  56
- Error Messages
  56
Regulations and Safety Notices

57

Acer TRAVELMATE 8172 Service Manual (107 pages)

TravelMate 8100 Series

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.55 MB

Revision History
2
Table of Contents
6
Chapter 1 System Specifications

7
- Features
  7
- System Block Diagram
  9
- Board Layout
  10
- Outlook View
  12
  - Front Closed View
    13
  - Left View
    14
  - Right Panel
    15
  - Rear Panel
    16
  - Bottom Panel
    17
  - Launch Keys
    19
- Using the Keyboard
  21
  - Embedded Numeric Keypad
    22
  - Windows Keys
    23
  - Hot Keys
    24
  - The Euro Symbol
    26
  - Touchpad Basics
    27
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  29
Chapter 2 System Utilities

38
- BIOS Setup Utility
  38
- Navigating the Bios Utility
  39
- BIOS Flash Utility
  50
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

51
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

69
- System Check Procedures
  70
  - Power System Check
    71
  - Touchpad Check
    72
- Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
  73
- Index of Error Messages
  74
- Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
  76
- Index of Symptom-To-FRU Error Message
  80
- Intermittent Problems
  84
- Undetermined Problems
  85
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

87
- Top View
  87
- Bottom View
  88
- Main Board Layout
  89
Chapter 6 FRU(Field Replaceable Unit)List

91
- Exploded Diagram
  92
- FRU List
  94
Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration

102
- Travelmate 8100 Series
  102
Appendix B Test Compatible Components

103
- Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test
  104
Appendix C Online Support Information

106

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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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