Acer Aspire 2930 User Manual

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....

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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...

Chapter 113
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...

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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...

Chapter 115
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...

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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...

Chapter 117
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...

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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...

Chapter 119
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-...

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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...