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Aspire 2000 Notebook Service Guide - Page 45
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----Devices Product Name = Aspire 2000 Manufacture Name = Acer System BIOS Version = VGA BIOS Version =
-----System CPU = Intel® Pentium ®
CPU speed = 1400Mhz
Internal Hard Disk = HITACHI_DK23EA-40-(PM) HDD Serial Number = 8D4648 DVD/CD-Rom Drive = UJDA740 DVD/CDROM-(SM)
Serial Number = ( 32 bytes) Asset ...
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The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: ! New versions of system programs ! New features or options ! Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.
Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery
Diskette before you use the Flash utility. NOTE: Do not install...
Aspire 2000 Notebook Service Guide - Page 69
.../DVD drive with a CD/DVD drive cleaning disk. 2. Make sure that the appropriate driver has been installed on the computer for the CD/DVD drive. 3. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program 4. See if CD-ROM Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Test. 5. Follow the instructions in the message window. If an error occurs...
Aspire 2000 Notebook Service Guide - Page 70
.... 2. Replace the keyboard. 3. Replace the main board.
The following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer: ! Embedded Numeric Keypad ! External keyboard
If any of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation.
Memory Check
Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. Currently, we...
Aspire 2000 Notebook Service Guide - Page 72
... Software: 1. Check out the Power Options in control Panel 2. In Power Meter, confirm that if the parameters shown in the screen for Current Power Source and Total Battery Power Remaining are correct. 3. Repeat the steps 1 and 2, for both battery and adapter. 4. This helps you identify first the problem is on recharging or discharging. From Hardware: 1. Power off the computer...
Aspire 2000 Notebook Service Guide - Page 77
... the computer.
Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound.
Action in Sequence
See "Sound Check" on page 66 Audio driver Speaker Main board
See "Sound Check" on page 66 Speaker Main board
Power Management-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
Action in Sequence
The system will not enter hibernation
Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard) Hard disk drive Main board
The...
Aspire 2000 Notebook Service Guide - Page 78
... BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Setup defaults", then reboot system. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives.
See if there is an error beep. If there is an erro beep, then change main board. Power off. Then check if RAM CPU BIOS are wellconnected. Press Fn+F5 three times slowly LCD FPC LCD inverter LCD
USB device cable is firmly connected into the USB ports. Test one USB port...
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...These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them. In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including:
! Service guides for all models ! User's manuals ! Training materials ! Bios updates ! Software utilities ! Spare parts lists...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 9
Software
System software Launch Manager
Aspire Arcade Instant-on Arcade Features and Benefits Cinema Album Music For instance, when playing/watching a DVD Media Controls Hot key Function Windows Arcade Finding and playing content Advanced Settings Player controls Cinema Album Video Music Burner Function
BIOS Setup Utility
Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions
Appendix A Specifications
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Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 41
... can protect your computer from unauthorized access by setting Windows password protection. The user must enter the password before beginning a Windows session. • First, open User Accounts in Windows Control Panel and select
your account. • Click Create a Password, and then set your desired password. • Click Performance and Maintenance, Power Options in
Control Panel. • On...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 47
... that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a mains power outlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is ...follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving your battery for on-
the-go use. • Eject a PC card if it is...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 56
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Peripherals and options
Printer
Your computer supports both parallel and USB printers. Refer to the printer's manual for information on: • Setting up the hardware. • Installing the necessary drivers in Windows. • Operating instructions.
To use a USB printer, simply connect the device to one of your computer's USB ports, and then wait for Windows to find the new ...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 57
... and expandability. A variety of PC cards are available, such as flash memory, SRAM, fax/data modem, LAN, and SCSI cards. Consult your dealer for information on PC card options for your computer.
Note: Refer to your card's manual for details on how to install and use the card.
To insert a PC card: 1 Align the card with your computer's PC card slot. Make sure that
the edge with the...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 60
... standard soDIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The computer supports DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM. There are two memory slots on your computer, one of which is occupied by standard memory. You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the other available slot.
Installing memory:
1 Turn off the computer. Make sure that the AC adapter is disconnected, and then remove the...
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System software
Your computer comes preloaded with the following software: • Microsoft Windows operating system. • Hardware BIOS setup utility. • System utilities, drivers and application software.
Note: To run software applications in Windows, first click on the Start button. Next, select the appropriate folder, and then click on the application icon. To ...
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...Windows operating system to boot up. This saves time, optimises system loading, and reduces power consumption
Features and Benefits
Cinema
You can play movies from DVDs and VCDs with the Cinema feature of Aspire Arcade. This player has the features and controls of a typical living room DVD player. When you insert a disc into the DVD drive... The Language settings control the audio and visual language...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 99
... the computer and the printer. • If you are using a printer connected to your computer's parallel
port, restart the computer. Windows needs to find the new hardware and install the necessary drivers.
I want to set up my location to use the internal modem. Follow these steps: • Click on Start, and then click on Control Panel. • Double-click on Phone and Modem Options...
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 124
..., by selecting Off next to Switch radio.
If Intel PROSet is not installed
To turn off the wireless LAN radio using the Control Panel:
1.Access the Control Panel and double-click the System icon.
2.Go to Device Manager under Hardware and expand the list of Network Adapters.
3.Double-click the Intel PRO/Wireless MiniPCI LAN Adapter and select the Advanced tab.
Aspire 2000 User Guide - Page 129
... off iii connections audio 46 external display devices 43 external input devices 43 keyboard, external 43 keypad, external 43 mouse 43 printer 46 USB 44 connectivity options 27 Ethernet 27
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display 13 troubleshooting 87
DVD troubleshooting 88
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numeric keypad embedded 17
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optical drive 25 options
hard disk upgrade 52 memory upgrade 50 PC Cards 47 spare AC adapter 49 spare battery 49
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password 31 PC Card
inserting 47 removing 48 ports external display 9 parallel 10 USB 9 power management 39 printer connecting 46 troubleshooting 89 problems 87 audio 87-?? CD 88 display 87
DVD 88 keyboard 88 printer 89 startup 87
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