Acer Aspire 2020 Service Guide

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Embedded Keypad
The embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad.  It is indicated by small blue numbers and  on
 the applicable keys.
 To use the the embedded numeric keys, toggle the Num Lock on by pressing the Fn + F11 keys
 simultaneously. 
With the embedded keypad turned on, the following actions are possible:
Desired AccessNum Lock OnNum Lock On
Number keys on 
embedded keypadType numbers using 
embedded keypad in the 
normal way.
Cursor-control keys on 
embedded keypadHold...

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Hotkeys 
Using the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling
 various functions.
To use a hot key, first hold down the Fn key. Next, press the second key  in combination. Finally, release
 both keys.
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Your  computer provides the following hot keys:
NOTE: When activating hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey 
combination.
Hot KeyFunctionDescription
Fn+F1 Hot key help This key will cause a help message to appear on the 
display device that describes the definition and 
functionality of the unit hot keys. It is preferred to have the 
key activate a graphical display.
Fn+F2 Access System PropertiesThis key will launch My Computer > System Properties...

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Aspire 2020
Your  computer provides the following hot keys:
NOTE: When activating hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey 
combination.
Hot KeyFunctionDescription
Fn+F1 Hot key help This key will cause a help message to appear on the 
display device that describes the definition and 
functionality of the unit hot keys. It is preferred to have the 
key activate a graphical display.
Fn+F2 Access System PropertiesThis key will launch My Computer > System...

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Windows Keys
The keyboard features two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
KeyDescription
Windows logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the 
Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be 
used with other keys to provide a variety of functions:
+ Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button)
+  E (Opens the My Computer window)
+ F1 (opens Help and Support)
+  F (opens the Find: All Files dialog box)
+  M (minimizes all windows)
j +   Windows...

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Euro key
Your computer supports the new Euro currency character. First, hold down the Alt Gr key, and then press the 
Euro key. 

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Touchpad
The build-in touchpad is a PS/2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. 
The cursor responds to your finger movements on the touchpad. In addition, the two click buttons provide 
the same functionality as a computer mouse, while the scroll key enables easy up and down scrolling in
documents and web pages.
The touchpad is located in the middle of the palm rest area, providing maximum comfort and efficiency.
Touchpad Basics
Use the touchpad as follows:
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NOTE: Keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to 
your finger movements: the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping hard will not increase the 
touchpad’s responsiveness. Drag Click and hold. 
Then slide your 
finger across the 
touchpad to drag 
the cursor over the 
selection.Tap twice quickly. 
On the second tap, 
slide your finger 
across the 
touchpad to drag 
the cursor over the 
selection.
Access 
context 
menuClick...

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Launch Keys
Located at the top of the keyboard are four buttons, in addition to the power button. These buttons are
called launch keys. They are designed as key 1, key 2, key 3 and key 4, from right to left. By default,
key 1 is used to launch the email application and key 2 is used to launch the Internet browser. Key 3
and key 4 start the Launch Manager application. The first four launch keys can be set by the user. To set
the launch keys, run the Acer Launch Manager....

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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
ItemSpecification
CPU type
Intel
® CentrinoTM mobile Pentium M processor at 1.4~ 1.8 GHz 
CPU package  uFCPGA package
CPU core voltage Support automatic selection of power supply voltage
CPU I/O voltage 1.05V
BIOS
ItemSpecification
BIOS vendor Insyde
BIOS Version Insyde MobilePRO BIOS 1.0
BIOS ROM type Flash ROM
BIOS ROM size 512KB 
BIOS package 32 lead of TSSOP
Bupported protocols ACPI 1.0b,PC Card 95, SM BIOS 2.3, EPP/IEEE 1284, ECP/IEEE...