Acer Aspire 5550 Series Manuals

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Acer Aspire 5550 Series User Manual

Acer Aspire 5550 Series User Manual (106 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.63 MB

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions
3
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  5
- Mercury Advisory
  5
Disposal Instructions
5
Finding Your Comfort Zone
6
Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
6
First Things First
8
- Your Guides
  8
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  8
Acer Esettings Management
15
Acer Empowering Technology
15
Your Acer Notebook Tour
29
- Front View
  29
- Closed Front View
  30
- Left View
  32
- Right View
  33
- Rear View
  34
- Base View
  35
Specifications
36
Indicators
42
Easy-Launch Buttons
43
Touchpad
44
- Touchpad Basics
  44
Using the Keyboard
46
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  46
- Windows Keys
  47
- Hotkeys
  48
- Special Key
  50
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray
51
Using a Computer Security Lock
51
Audio
52
- Adjusting the Volume
  52
Acer Orbicam
53
Using the System Utilities
60
- Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
  60
- Launch Manager
  61
- Norton Antivirus
  62
Frequently Asked Questions
63
- Recovery Cds
  65
- Requesting Service
  66
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    66
  - Before You Call
    66
    
    Acer Arcade
    67
    
    Finding and Playing Content
    68
    
    Arcade Controls
    69
    
    Navigation Controls
    69
    
    Player Controls
    69
    
    Virtual Keyboard
    70
    
    Background Mode
    70
    
    Editing Pictures
    72
    
    Slide Show Settings
    72
    
    Playing a Video File
    73
    
    Editing Video
    73
    
    Make Dvds
    74
Taking Your Notebook PC with You
76
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  76
- Moving Around
  76
  - Preparing the Computer
    76
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    77
- Taking the Computer Home
  77
  - Preparing the Computer
    77
  - What to Take with You
    77
  - Special Considerations
    78
  - Setting up a Home Office
    78
- Traveling with the Computer
  78
  - Preparing the Computer
    78
  - What to Take with You
    78
  - Special Considerations
    79
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  79
  - Preparing the Computer
    79
  - What to Bring with You
    79
Securing Your Computer
80
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  80
- Using Passwords
  80
  - Entering Passwords
    81
  - Setting Passwords
    81
Expanding through Options
82
- Connectivity Options
  82
  - Fax/Data Modem
    82
  - Built-In Network Feature
    83
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
    83
  - PC Card Slot
    84
  - Inserting a Pc Card
    84
  - Installing Memory
    85
- BIOS Utility
  86
- Boot Sequence
  86
- Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
  86
- Password
  86
- Using Software
  87
  - Playing DVD Movies
    87
Power Management
88
Acer Erecovery Management
88
- Create Backup
  89
- Restore from Backup
  89
- Create Factory Default Image CD
  90
- Re-Install Bundled Software Without CD
  90
- Change Password
  91
Troubleshooting
92
- Troubleshooting Tips
  92
- Error Messages
  92
Regulations and Safety Notices
94
- ENERGY STAR Guidelines Compliance
  94
- FCC Notice
  94
- Declaration of Conformity for Eu Countries
  95
- Modem Notices
  95
  - Notice for Usa
    95
  - Notice for Australia
    96
  - Notice for New Zealand
    97
- Laser Compliance Statement
  98
- LCD Pixel Statement
  98
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
  98
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice
  99
- General
  99
- European Union (EU)
  99
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement
  100
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)
  101
- Communication Devices (Rss)
  101
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
  102
- Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking
  103
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications
  104
BIOS Utility
105
Index
105
- Troubleshooting
  106
- FCC Notice
  106

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Acer Aspire 5550 Series Service Manual

Acer Aspire 5550 Series Service Manual (124 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.1 MB

Table of Contents

Revision History
2
Table of Contents
7
Chapter 1 System Specifications

9
- Features
  9
- System Specifications
  9
- 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
    18
  - Rear Panel
    19
  - Bottom Panel
    20
  - Indicators
    20
  - Easy-Launch Buttons
    21
  - Touchpad Basics
    22
- Using the Keyboard
  24
  - Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
    24
  - Windows Keys
    24
  - Hot Keys
    25
  - Special Key
    26
- Acer Empowering Technology
  28
- Using the System Utilities
  44
  - Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
    44
  - Launch Manager
    45
- Hardware Specifications and Configurations
  46
Chapter 2 System Utilities

57
- BIOS Setup Utility
  57
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    58
  - Information
    59
  - Main
    60
  - Advanced
    62
  - Security
    63
    
    Setting a Password
    64
    
    Removing a Password
    65
    
    Changing a Password
    65
  - Boot
    67
  - Exit
    68
- BIOS Flash Utility
  69
- System Utilities
  57
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement

71
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

89
- System Check Procedures
  90
  - External Diskette Drive Check
    90
  - External CD-ROM Drive Check
    90
  - Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check
    90
  - Memory Check
    91
  - Power System Check
    91
  - Check the Power Adapter
    92
  - Touchpad Check
    93
- Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message
  94
- Index of Error Messages
  95
- Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes
  98
- Index of Symptom-To-FRU Error Message
  102
- Intermittent Problems
  105
- Undetermined Problems
  106
- Troubleshooting
  89
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

107
- Top View
  107
- Bottom View
  108
Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

111
- Travelmate 3250/2470 Exploded Diagram
  112

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