Acer Aspire 5540 Series Manuals

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Acer Aspire 5540 Series User Manual (116 pages)

Acer Aspire 5540: Users Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.24 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
- Empowering Technology Password
  19
- Acer Enet Management
  20
- Acer Epower Management
  22
- Battery Status
  23
- Acer Epresentation Management
  24
- Acer Edatasecurity Management
  25
- Acer Elock Management
  26
- Acer Erecovery Management
  28
- Acer Esettings Management
  30
- Windows Mobility Center
  31
Your Acer Notebook Tour

33
- Front View
  33
- Closed Front View
  34
- Left View
  36
- Right View
  37
- Rear View
  37
- Base View
  38
Specifications

39
Indicators

45
Easy-Launch Buttons

47
Touchpad

49
- Touchpad Basics
  49
Using the Keyboard

51
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  51
- Windows Keys
  52
- Hotkeys
  53
- Special Key
  55
Using a Computer Security Lock

57
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

57
Audio

58
- Adjusting the Volume
  58
Using the System Utilities

59
Frequently Asked Questions

63
- Recovery Cds
  65
- Requesting Service
  66
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    66
  - Before You Call
    66
Battery Pack

67
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  67
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    67
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  68
- Charging the Battery
  69
- Checking the Battery Level
  69
- Optimising Battery Life
  69
- Battery-Low Warning
  70
Acer Arcade (for Selected Models)

71
- Finding and Playing Content
  72
  - Settings
    72
- Arcade Controls
  73
  - Navigation Controls
    73
  - Player Controls
    73
  - Virtual Keyboard
    74
  - Background Mode
    74
- Cinema
  75
  - Settings
    75
- Album
  76
  - Editing Pictures
    76
  - Slide Show Settings
    76
- Video
  77
  - Playing a Video File
    77
  - Snapshot
    77
  - Editing Video
    77
- Music
  78
- Make Dvds
  78
  - Authoring CD/Dvds
    78
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for Selected Models)

80
- Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe
  81
- Videomagician
  81
- DV Wizard
  81
- Dvdivine
  81
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
  - Fast Infrared (FIR) (for Selected Models)
    90
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    91
  - IEEE 1394 Port (for Selected Models)
    91
  - PC Card Slot
    92
  - Expresscard (for Selected Models)
    93
  - Installing Memory
    94
- BIOS Utility
  95
- Boot Sequence
  95
- Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
  95
- Password
  95
- Using Software
  96
  - Playing DVD Movies
    96
Power Management

97
Acer Erecovery Management

98
- Create Backup
  98
- Burn Backup Disc
  99
- Restore and Recovery
  99
Follow the Instructions on Screen to Complete the Process

99
Troubleshooting

101
- Troubleshooting Tips
  101
- Error Messages
  101
Regulations and Safety Notices

103
- FCC Notice
  103
- Modem Notices
  104
  - Notice for Australia
    105
  - Notice for New Zealand
    106
- Laser Compliance Statement
  107
- LCD Pixel Statement
  107
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  107
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  108
- General
  108
- European Union (EU)
  108
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  110
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  111
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  112
- Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking
  113
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  114
Index

115

Acer Aspire 5540 Series User Manual (103 pages)

Acer Aspire 5540: User Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.34 MB

Disposal Instructions
3
First Things First
4
- Your Guides
  4
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  4
Acer Empowering Technology
11
- Acer Edatasecurity Management
  12
- Acer Elock Management
  13
- Acer Eperformance Management
  14
- Acer Erecovery Management
  15
- Acer Esettings Management
  16
- Acer Enet Management
  16
- Acer Epower Management
  18
- Acer Epresentation Management
  19
Your Acer Notebook Tour
21
- Front View
  21
- Closed Front View
  22
- Left View
  24
- Right View
  25
- Rear View
  25
- Base View
  26
Specifications
27
Indicators
33
Easy-Launch Buttons
35
Touchpad
36
- Touchpad Basics
  36
Using the Keyboard
38
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  38
- Windows Keys
  39
- Hotkeys
  40
- Special Key
  42
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray
43
Using a Computer Security Lock
43
Audio
44
- Adjusting the Volume
  44
Acer Orbicam (for Selected Models)
46
- Launching the Acer Orbicam
  47
- Changing the Acer Orbicam Settings
  47
- Camera Settings
  48
- Capturing Photos/Videos
  49
- Using the Acer Orbicam as Webcam
  49
- Enabling the Acer Visageon
  50
Using the System Utilities
53
- Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
  53
- Launch Manager
  54
- Norton Antivirus
  55
Frequently Asked Questions
56
- Recovery Cds
  58
- Requesting Service
  59
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    59
  - Before You Call
    59
Acer Arcade
61
- Finding and Playing Content
  62
  - Settings
    62
- Arcade Controls
  63
  - Navigation Controls
    63
  - Player Controls
    63
  - Virtual Keyboard
    64
  - Background Mode
    64
- Cinema
  65
  - Settings
    65
- Album
  66
  - Editing Pictures
    66
  - Slide Show Settings
    66
- Video
  67
  - Playing a Video File
    67
  - Snapshot
    67
  - Editing Video
    67
- Music
  68
- Make Dvds
  68
  - Authoring CD/Dvds
    68
Taking Your Notebook PC with You
70
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  70
- Moving Around
  70
  - Preparing the Computer
    70
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    71
- Taking the Computer Home
  71
  - Preparing the Computer
    71
  - What to Take with You
    71
  - Special Considerations
    72
  - Setting up a Home Office
    72
- Traveling with the Computer
  72
  - Preparing the Computer
    72
  - What to Take with You
    72
  - Special Considerations
    73
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  73
  - Preparing the Computer
    73
  - What to Bring with You
    73
Securing Your Computer
74
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  74
- Using Passwords
  74
  - Entering Passwords
    75
  - Setting Passwords
    75
Expanding through Options
76
- Connectivity Options
  76
  - Fax/Data Modem
    76
  - Built-In Network Feature
    77
  - Fast Infrared (FIR) (for Selected Models)
    77
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    78
  - IEEE 1394 Port (for Selected Models)
    78
  - PC Card Slot
    79
  - Expresscard (for Selected Models)
    80
  - Installing Memory
    81
- BIOS Utility
  82
- Boot Sequence
  82
- Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
  82
- Password
  82
- Setting Passwords
  82
- Using Software
  83
  - Playing DVD Movies
    83
Power Management
84
Acer Erecovery Management
84
- Create Backup
  85
- Restore from Backup
  85
- Create Factory Default Image CD
  86
- Re-Install Bundled Software Without CD
  86
- Change Password
  87
Troubleshooting
88
- Troubleshooting Tips
  88
- Error Messages
  88
Regulations and Safety Notices
90
Index
102

Acer Aspire 5540 Series Service Manual (112 pages)

Service Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.95 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
System Block Diagram
9
Board Layout
10
Bottom View
11
Jumper Settings
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
13
Closed Front View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
Rear Panel
16
Bottom Panel
17
Touchpad Basics
19
Using the Keyboard
21
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
21
Windows Keys
21
Hot Keys
22
Special Key
23
The Euro Symbol
23
Acer Empowering Technology
25
Acer Edatasecurity Management
25
Acer Elock Management
27
Acer Eperformance Management
28
Acer Erecovery Management
29
Acer Esettings Management
30
Acer Enet Management
31
Acer Epower Management
32
Battery Status
33
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
35
System Utilities
43
Bios Setup Utility
43
Navigating the Bios Utility
44
Setting a Password
49
Removing a Password
49
Changing a Password
50
Bios Flash Utility
54
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
55
General Information
56
Before You Begin
56
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
57
Removing the Battery Pack
59
Removing the Memory and the Hdd Module
60
Removing the Odd Module
61
Removing the Lcd Module
61
Disassembling the Main Unit
64
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Lcd Module
68
Disassembling the External Modules
73
Disassembling the Hdd Module
73
Disassembling the Odd Module
73
Table of Contents
75
Troubleshooting
75
System Check Procedures
76
External Diskette Drive Check
76
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
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
Error Message List
81
Intermittent Problems
91
Undetermined Problems
92
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  93
- Field Replaceable Unit
  97

Acer Aspire 5540 Series Service Manual (112 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.95 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
System Block Diagram
9
Board Layout
10
Bottom View
11
Jumper Settings
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
13
Closed Front View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
Rear Panel
16
Bottom Panel
17
Touchpad Basics
19
Using the Keyboard
21
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
21
Windows Keys
21
Hot Keys
22
Special Key
23
The Euro Symbol
23
Acer Empowering Technology
25
Acer Edatasecurity Management
25
Acer Elock Management
27
Acer Eperformance Management
28
Acer Erecovery Management
29
Acer Esettings Management
30
Acer Enet Management
31
Acer Epower Management
32
Battery Status
33
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
35
System Utilities
43
Bios Setup Utility
43
Navigating the Bios Utility
44
Setting a Password
49
Removing a Password
49
Changing a Password
50
Bios Flash Utility
54
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
55
General Information
56
Before You Begin
56
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
57
Removing the Battery Pack
59
Removing the Memory and the Hdd Module
60
Removing the Odd Module
61
Removing the Lcd Module
61
Disassembling the Main Unit
64
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Lcd Module
68
Disassembling the External Modules
73
Disassembling the Hdd Module
73
Disassembling the Odd Module
73
Table of Contents
75
Troubleshooting
75
System Check Procedures
76
External Diskette Drive Check
76
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
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
Error Message List
81
Intermittent Problems
91
Undetermined Problems
92
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  93
- Field Replaceable Unit
  97

Acer Aspire 5540 Series Service Manual (112 pages)

Notebook computer

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.89 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
System Block Diagram
9
Board Layout
10
Bottom View
11
Jumper Settings
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
13
Closed Front View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
Rear Panel
16
Bottom Panel
17
Touchpad Basics
19
Using the Keyboard
21
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
21
Windows Keys
21
Hot Keys
22
Special Key
23
The Euro Symbol
23
Acer Empowering Technology
25
Acer Edatasecurity Management
25
Acer Elock Management
27
Acer Eperformance Management
28
Acer Erecovery Management
29
Acer Esettings Management
30
Acer Enet Management
31
Acer Epower Management
32
Battery Status
33
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
35
System Utilities
43
Bios Setup Utility
43
Navigating the Bios Utility
44
Setting a Password
49
Removing a Password
49
Changing a Password
50
Bios Flash Utility
54
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
55
General Information
56
Before You Begin
56
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
57
Removing the Battery Pack
59
Removing the Memory and the Hdd Module
60
Removing the Odd Module
61
Removing the Lcd Module
61
Disassembling the Main Unit
64
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Lcd Module
68
Disassembling the External Modules
73
Disassembling the Hdd Module
73
Disassembling the Odd Module
73
Table of Contents
75
Troubleshooting
75
System Check Procedures
76
External Diskette Drive Check
76
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
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
Error Message List
81
Intermittent Problems
91
Undetermined Problems
92
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  93
- Field Replaceable Unit
  97

Acer Aspire 5540 Series Service Manual (106 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.75 MB

Revision History
2
System Specifications
7
System Block Diagram
9
Board Layout
10
Bottom View
11
Jumper Settings
12
Your Acer Notebook Tour
13
Front View
13
Closed Front View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
Rear Panel
16
Bottom Panel
17
Touchpad Basics
19
Using the Keyboard
21
Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
21
Windows Keys
21
Hot Keys
22
Special Key
23
The Euro Symbol
23
Acer Empowering Technology
25
Acer Edatasecurity Management
25
Acer Elock Management
27
Acer Eperformance Management
28
Acer Erecovery Management
29
Acer Esettings Management
30
Acer Enet Management
31
Acer Epower Management
32
Battery Status
33
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
35
System Utilities
43
Bios Setup Utility
43
Navigating the Bios Utility
44
Setting a Password
49
Removing a Password
49
Changing a Password
50
Bios Flash Utility
54
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
55
General Information
56
Before You Begin
56
Disassembly Procedure Flowchart
57
Removing the Battery Pack
59
Removing the Memory and the Hdd Module
60
Removing the Lcd Module
61
Removing the Odd Module
61
Disassembling the Main Unit
64
Separate the Main Unit into the Upper and the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly
64
Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly
66
Disassembling the Lcd Module
68
Disassembling the External Modules
70
Disassembling the Hdd Module
70
Disassembling the Odd Module
70
Table of Contents
71
Troubleshooting
71
System Check Procedures
72
External Diskette Drive Check
72
Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
72
Memory Check
73
Power System Check
73
- Check the Power Adapter
  74
- Touchpad Check
  75
- Check the Battery Pack
  75
Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
76
Error Message List
77
Intermittent Problems
87
Undetermined Problems
88
Jumper and Connector Locations
89

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Acer Aspire 5540 Series User Manual (116 pages)

Table of Contents

First Things First

Acer Empowering Technology

Your Acer Notebook Tour

Specifications

Indicators

Easy-Launch Buttons

Touchpad

Using the Keyboard

Using a Computer Security Lock

Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray

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

Follow the Instructions on Screen to Complete the Process

Troubleshooting

Regulations and Safety Notices

Index

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