Acer Aspire 5580 driver and firmware
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Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 10
...• avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within
comfortable reach
• if you view your ...graphics clarity.
• Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or
any light source
• minimizing room light by using drapes, shades ...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 16
... notebook
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Using the phone
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Using the system utilities
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Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)
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Launch Manager
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Norton Internet Security
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Frequently asked questions
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Requesting service
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International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
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Before you call
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Battery pack
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Battery pack characteristics
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Maximizing the battery's life
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Installing and removing the...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 18
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Using a computer security lock
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Using passwords
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Entering passwords
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Setting passwords
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Expanding through options
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Connectivity options
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Fax/data modem
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Built-in network feature
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Fast Infrared (FIR)
(for selected models)
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Universal Serial Bus (USB)
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IEEE 1394 port
(for selected models)
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PC Card slot
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Installing memory
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BIOS utility
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Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 33
... or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 40
...667 MHz FSB) (for Aspire 5570)
• Mobile Intel® 945GM/PM Express chipset • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network
connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology
• Intel® Celeron® M processor 410/420/430 (1 MB...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 66
... the tray. (If your computer's optical drive is a slot-load model, it will not have an eject hole.)
The keyboard does not respond.
Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose.
The infrared port does not work.
Check...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 67
... software (e.g. HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual.
Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the installation...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 71
...sure 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 ...to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go
use. • Eject a PC Card if it is ...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 75
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Remote control
If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table below explains the functions.
Warning! The Arcade and Power buttons have different functions depending on the current mode. See below for details. Button functions may change depending on your power option settings. To access Arcade in Windows mode, push the...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 91
... last channel viewed will be displayed full screen.
SportsCap (selected models only)
SportsCap is a revolutionary way of watching your sports videos. It automatically detects highlights of the most memorable moments in sports from your recorded games.
Note: The sports types available in your version of SportsCap depend on the version and modules installed on your computer.
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 105
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Using software
Playing DVD movies
When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk; then close the DVD tray.
Important! When you launch the DVD player for the first time, the program asks you to enter the...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 106
... save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process.
Note: This feature is...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 107
... toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button. 3 Select the backup point you would like to restore from. You can also
choose to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from a previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 123
... 49 charging 51 checking charge level 51 installing 50 low conditions 52 maximizing life 49 optimizing 51 removing 51 using the first time 49
BIOS utility 83 brightness
hotkeys 33
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caps lock 30 on indicator 26
care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii
CD-ROM ejecting manually 46 troubleshooting 46
charging checking level 51...
Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 124
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memory installing 82- 83
messages error 88
modem 79
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network 80 Notebook Manager
hotkey 32 num lock 30
on indicator 26 numeric keypad
embedded 30
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password 77 types 77
PC Card 82 ejecting 82 inserting 82
ports 79 printer
troubleshooting 46 problems 45
CD-ROM 46 display 45 keyboard 46 printer 46 startup 45 troubleshooting 88
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questions setting location for modem use 47
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safety...
Aspire 3680/5570/5580 Service Guide - Page 9
... 1536 resolution via non-interlaced CRT display T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) T Acer ClearVisionTM video optimizatin (Acer Arcade)
Storage subsystem T 40/60/80/100/120/160 GB hard disk drive T Optical drive options:
t 8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer t DVD/CD-RW combo (for selected models)
T 5-in 1 card reader, supporting Memory Stick...
Aspire 3680/5570/5580 Service Guide - Page 40
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Driver Settings
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Device Settings Device Settings
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Advanced Settings...
Aspire 3680/5570/5580 Service Guide - Page 67
... conditions: T New versions of system programs T New features or options T Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.
Use the Phlash 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 Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI...
Aspire 3680/5570/5580 Service Guide - Page 102
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Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board System board
Peripheral-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. External display does not work correctly. USB does not work correctly Print problems.
Serial or parallel port device problems.
Action in Sequence
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot...
Aspire 3680/5570/5580 Service Guide - Page 143
...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:
T Service guides for all models T User's manuals T Training materials T Bios updates T Software utilities T Spare parts lists...