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Aspire 7520 / 7520G User's Guide EN - Page 13
... and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable... by:
placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes... an awkward viewing angle. Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time.
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Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio
Adjusting ...for surround/multi-channel sound Set playback as digital output Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)...call Battery pack characteristics Maximizing the battery's life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the... only) Snapshot Music TV (for selected models)
Windows keys Hotkeys Special keys
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... eRecovery Management
Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting tips Error messages
IEEE 1394 port ExpressCard Installingmemory Connecting your TV and AV-in cables (for selected models) BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies
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.../off, external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. WindowsMobility 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 launch WindowsMobility Center:
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...Specifications
Operating system
English
Windows Vista™ Ultimate Windows Vista™ Home ...Windows Vista™ Home Basic Windows Vista™ Starter AMD Turion™ 64 X2 dual-core mobile technology TL-66 / TL64 / TL-... CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology
Platform
AMD ...
Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM...
Aspire 7520 / 7520G User's Guide EN - Page 63
... to use the internal modem.
To properly use your communication software, you need to set up your location: 1 2 3 Click... Control Panel. Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. Begin setting up your location.
Refer to the Windowsmanual.
Note: Please note, on first ..., as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System. After the Operating System is set up, you can proceed ...
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...the only option for future recovery operations. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your... performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 2 3 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not...
Aspire 7520 / 7520G User's Guide EN - Page 68
...battery
To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to... a fully charged battery.
Checking the battery level
The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. ... improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below Purchase an extra battery pack. ...
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... Arcade Deluxe
You can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center. To do this, scroll up/down from the Main page to view the Acer Arcade ...Windows Media Center, double-click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop.
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Note: For... types available in your version of SportsCap depend on the version and modules installed on your computer.
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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 disk.
Important! When you launch the DVD player for the first time, the program asks you to enter the region code. DVD disks are divided into 6 regions. Once your DVD drive is set to a region code, it will play DVD ...
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... default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:...The Empowering Technology password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running Acer eLock Management ... Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select the type of backup you want to create using Full or ...
Aspire 7520 / 7520G User's Guide EN - Page 105
...that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, create an application backup image instead - this disc will not be .... You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system. 1 2 3 Press + or select Acer ...a previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
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... xvii characteristics 44 charging 46 checking charge level 46 installing 45 low conditions 47 maximizing life 44 optimizing 46 ... on indicator 25 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting manually 41 troubleshooting 41 charging checking level 46 cleaning computer xvii... numeric keypad hotkeys 31 lock keys 29 troubleshooting 41 Windows keys 30 30
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memoryinstalling 75 messages error 84 modem 71 CD or DVD 90 modem notices 87 scroll lock 29 security keylock 33, 69 passwords 69 speakers hotkey 31 troubleshooting 40 ... 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting
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questionssetting location for modem use 41
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Aspire 7520 / 7520G Service Guide - Page 7
...Genuine Windows® 2000 (Service Pack 4) NOTE: Windows® VistaTM Capable PCs come with Windows® XP installed, and can be upgraded to Windows® VistaTM. For more information on Windows® VistaTM and how to upgrade, go to: Microsoft.com/windowsvista.
Platform and memory
Intel® Centrino® Merom mobile technology, ...
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... shows the model name of devices installed on secondary IDE master. The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is .... This field displays the serial number of devices installed on secondary IDE master. The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is... system BIOS version. This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system. This field displays the serial number of this unit. This field ...
Aspire 7520 / 7520G Service Guide - Page 57
BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memoryupdate is required for the following conditions: New versions of system ... when it becomes corrupted. Use the Phlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE: If you do not have a... a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Phlash utility. NOTE: Do not installmemory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use the Phlash. NOTE: Please use the AC ...
Aspire 7520 / 7520G Service Guide - Page 78
... as the program runs to FDD Test. Follow the instructions in the message window.
If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, ... Test is passed when the program runs to CD-ROM Test. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. Replace the main board.
If an error occurs, reconnect the ...
Aspire 7520 / 7520G Service Guide - Page 79
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,... board). Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items. Press F2 in the test items.
4. Follow the instructions in the message window. NOTE: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error....
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...Default Settings", then reboot system. Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM/diskette drives. Press Fn+F5, LCD/CRT/Both ... Configuration Run printer self-test. Printer driver Printer cable Printer System BoardSerial or parallel port device problems. Ensure..." in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Device driver Device cable Device System board
Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms
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