Acer Aspire 2930 Service Guide

							Chapter 111
Using the Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function 
and special keys.
Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters 
located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols 
are not printed on the keys.
Lock keyDescription
Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Num Lock 
 + When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys 
function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use 
this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution 
would be to connect an external keypad.
Note:  +  only for certain models.
Scroll Lock  + 
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press 
the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some 
applications.
Desired accessNum Lock onNum Lock off
Number keys on 
embedded keypadType numbers in a normal manner.
Cursor-control keys on 
embedded keypadHold  while using cursor-
control keys.Hold  while using cursor-
control keys.
Main keyboard keys Hold  while typing letters on 
embedded keypad.Type the letters in a normal 
manner. 
						

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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
KeyDescription
Windows 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:
: Open or close the Start menu
 + : Display the desktop
 + : Open Windows Explore
 + : Search for a file or folder
 + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
 + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or 
switch users (if youre not connected to a network domain)
 + : Minimizes all windows
 + : Open the Run dialog box
 + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar
 + : Open Ease of Access Center
 + : Open Windows Mobility Center
 + : Display the System Properties dialog box
 + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop
 + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
 + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar
 + 
 + : Search for computers (if you are on a network)
 + 
 + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the 
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista or Windows XP, some shortcuts 
may not function as described.
Application 
key
 
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the 
applications context menu. 
						

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Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen 
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the  key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Special Key (only for certain models)
You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your 
keyboard.
The Euro symbol
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Press € at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold  and then press the  key at the upper-
center of the keyboard.
NOTE:  Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
The US dollar sign
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Press $at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold  and then press the  key at the upper-
center of the keyboard.
NOTE:  This function varies by the operating system version.
HotkeyIconFunctionDescription
 +  Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.
 +  Acer eSettings 
ManagementLaunches Acer eSettings Management in Acer 
Empowering Technology. 
 +  Acer ePower 
ManagementLaunches Acer ePower Management in Acer 
Empowering Technology. 
 +  Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
 +  Display toggle Switches display output between the display 
screen, external monitor (if connected) and 
both.
 +  Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save 
power. Press any key to return.
 +  Touch Pad toggle Turns the internal Touch Pad on and off.
 +  Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
 +  Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
 +  Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. 
						

							14Chapter 1
Using the System Utilities
Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose 
fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness 
of ones fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against 
unauthorized access to your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank, easy 
music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch, secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast 
application/website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch, while Acer ProfileLaunch can launch up to 
three applications/websites from a single finger swipe.
Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents 
using Acer FingerNav. With Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution, you can now enjoy an extra layer of 
protection for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple 
swipe of your finger!
For more information refer to the Acer Bio-Protection help files.
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)
NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.
To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then 
select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the 
display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click 
Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.
Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows 
on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start´ All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. 
You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below: 
						

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Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display 
compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.
Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.
AcerGridVista is simple to set up:
1.    Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.
2.Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.
3.Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturers 
recommended value. 
						

							16Chapter 1
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
System Memory 
Memory Combinations 
ItemSpecification
CPU type Intel Montevin a Centrino/PDC/Celeron
Chipset Intel GL40+ICH9-M
Features
•
CPU core voltage
ItemSpecification
Memory controller Built-in 
Memory size 0MB (no on-board memory)
DIMM socket number 2 sockets
Supports memory size per socket 2 GB
Supports maximum memory size 4G fo r 64bit OS (with two 2GB SODIMM)
Supports DIMM type DDR2 667/800 SDRAM memory interface design
Supports DIMM Speed 667/1066 MHz
Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combinations as long as  they match the above specifications.
Slot 1Slot 2Total Memory
0MB 512MB 512MB
0MB 1024MB 1024MB
0MB 2048MB 2048MB
512MB 512MB 1024MB
512MB 1024MB 1536MB
512MB 2048MB 2560MB
1024MB 0MB 1024MB
1024MB 512MB 1536MB
1024MB 1024MB 2048MB
1024MB 2048MB 3072MB
2048MB 0MB 2048MB
2048MB 512MB 2560MB
2048MB 1024MB 3072MB
2048MB 2048MB 4096MB 
						

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Hard Disk Drive Interface
Super Multi Drive Module
ItemSpecifications
Vendor & 
Model 
Name
Hitachi
5K250-250
5K250-160Segate
ST9250827AS
ST9160827AS
ST9120817ASTo s h i b a
MK1646GSX
MK1246GSXWD
WD2500BEVS
WD1200BEVSWD
WD3200BEVT
WD1600BEVT
Capacity 
(MB)250, 160 250, 160, 120 160, 120 250, 120 320, 160
Bytes per 
sector512 512 512 512 512
Data heads4, 3 4, 3, 2 3, 2 4, 2 4, 2
Drive Format
Disks
2, 2 2, 2, 1 2, 1 2, 1 2, 1
Sp i n d l e  
speed 
(RPM)5400 5400 5400 5400 5400
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 
8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB  8 MB
InterfaceSATA SATA SATA SATA SATA
Internal 
transfer 
rate (Mbits/
sec, max)643 ~ 665 778 370 ~ 730 
typical850 Mbits/s 
maximum850 Mbits/s 
maximum
I/O data 
transfer 
rate
(Mbytes/
sec max)150 / 300 300 300 150 maximum 300 maximum
DC Power Requirements
Vo l ta g e
5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5% 5V ±5%
ItemSpecification
Vendor & model name HLDS/GSA-T50N, Philips DS-8A2S, Sony/AD-7560S, Toshiba Digi/TS-L633A
Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained:
Max 3.5 Mbytes/secSustained:
Max 10 Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 2MB
Interface SATA  
						

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Combo Drive Module Applicable disc format Applicable media types:
Writing:
Confirms to DVD+R Version 1.2 and DVD+RW Version 1.3 / DVD+R DL 
Version 1.0 /DVD-R Version 2.0 / DVD-RW Version 1.2 / DVD-R DL Version 
3.0. 
Reading:
DVD single/dual layer (PTP, OTP), DVD-R single/dual layer
DVD+R single/double layer
DVD-RW
DVD+RW
CD-DA
CD-ROM
CD-ROM/XA
Photo-CD, Multi-session, Video CD
CD-I FMV, CD Extra, CD Plus, CD-R, and CD-RW
Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open)
Tact SW (Open)
Emergency Release (draw open hole)
Power Requirement
Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5%
ItemSpecification
Vendor & model name Sony BC-5500S
Performance Specification With CD Diskette With DVD Diskette
Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained:
Max 2.4 Mbytes/secSustained:
Max 11 Mbytes/sec
Buffer Memory 4.5 MB
Interface SATA 
Applicable disc format Applicable media types:
BD-ROM (Single and Dual Layer)
BD-R (Single and Dual Layer)
BD-RE (Single and Dual Layer)
DVD-ROM (Single and Dual Layer)
DVD+R (Single and Double Layer)
DVD-R (Single and Dual Layer)
DVD+RW (Single Layer) and DVD-RW (Single Layer) discs
DVD-RAM (Ver.2)
CD-ROM
CD-R
CD-RW
Loading mechanism Drawer (Solenoid Open)
Tact SW (Open)
Emergency Release (draw open hole)
Power Requirement
Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5%
ItemSpecification 
						

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Thermal Sensor Control
BIOS
LCD 12” 
ItemSpecification
Thermal Sensor Chip
Package
Features
Interface
ItemSpecification
BIOS vendor Insyde BIOS code
BIOS Version v0.17-T01
BIOS ROM type Serial Flash Memory
BIOS ROM size 1MB
BIOS package 8 pins SOIC
Supported protocols
•Flash ROM 1MB- Support ISIPP 
•Support Acer UI
•Support multi-boot
•Suspend to RAM (S3)/Disk (S4)
•Various hot-keys for system control
•Support SMBIOS 2.3,PCI2.2
•DMI utility for BIOS serial number configurable/asset tag- 
Support PXE
•Support Y2K solution
•Support WinFlash
•Wake on LAN from S3
•Wake on LAN from S4 in AC mode
•System information
BIOS password control Set by setup manual
ItemSpecification
Vendor/model name
Screen Diagonal (mm)
Active Area (mm)
Display resolution (pixels)
Pixel Pitch
Pixel Arrangement
Display Mode
Typical White Luminance (cd/m
2) 
also called Brightness
Luminance Uniformity
Contrast Ratio
Response Time (Optical Rise 
Time/Fall Time) msec
Nominal Input Voltage VDD
Typical Power Consumption (watt)
Weight (without inverter) 
						

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KBC
Memory Card Reader
Audio Interface
LAN Interface
Modem
Bluetooth Interface Physical Size (mm)
Electrical Interface
Support Color
Viewing Angle (degree)
Horizontal: Right/Left
Vertical: Upper/Lower
Temperature Range (°C)
Operating
Storage (shipping)
ItemSpecification
Chipset Built in
Features
•LPC interface
ItemSpecification
Chipset JMicro JMB385
Features
•5-in-1 Card Reader (MS, MS Pro, SD, MMC, xD)
•Push-push type, with dummy card
ItemSpecification
Audio Controller Realtek ALC888S
Features
•HD Audio- Internal Mic. Array (digital)
•1.5Watt speaker x2- 
•VC Audio Codec
•True 5.1 channel, Dolby Home Theater
ItemSpecification
LAN Chipset Realtek RTL8111C-GR
Features
•PCI-E Giga LAN
ItemSpecification
Chipset Liteon-Agere
Features
•V.90/V.92, WWDAA
•MDC1.5 card (HD)
•Apply CISPR22
•Wake-on-Ring (S3) support
ItemSpecification
Chipset Broadcom 2045/ 2070(NA)
Features
•Mini USB module
•Built-in 1 antenna- Bluetooth 2.0- 
ItemSpecification