Acer Aspire 5538 Service Guide
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Chapter 111 Using the Keyboard Your Acer Aspire Series notebook has a close-to-full-sized keyboard and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, 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. 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.
12Chapter 1 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 + : 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 + : Open Ease of Access Center + : Display the System Properties dialog box + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar + + : Search for computers (if you are on a network) Note: Depending on your edition of 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.
Chapter 113 Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computers controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. HotkeyIconFunctionDescription + System Properties Display the System Properties dialog box. + Bluetooth communication switchEnables/disables the Bluetooth function. + 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. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. + < >Volume up Increases the sound volume. + < >Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
14Chapter 1 Special Keys 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.Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. See www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/ faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1.Open a text editor or word processor. 2.Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: This function varies according to the language settings.
Chapter 115 Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Processor Specifications CPU Fan True Value Table Throttling 50%: On= 90°C; OFF=80°C OS shut down at 95°C; H/W shut down at 87°C North Bridge Specifications South Bridge Specifications System Memory ItemSpecification CPU type AMD S1g1 processor CPU package 638-pin lidless micro PGA package. Core Logic • Chipset • Features • ItemCPU SpeedCoresMfg. TechCache SizePackageCore Vo l ta g eAcer P/N L1101.2 GHz 1 65 nm 512 kB Micro- PGAVariable KC.AL002.110 L310 1.2 GHz 2 65 nm 1 MB Micro- PGAVariable KC.AL002.310 TF20 1.6 GHz 1 65 nm 512 kB Micro- PGAVariable KC.ATF02.200 CPU Temperature (Celsius)Fan Speed (RPM)SPL Spec (dBA) 45 3100 28 50 3500 31 55 3900 34 63 4400 37 75 4700 40 ItemSpecification Chipset AMD RS780MN chipset. Package Features • ItemSpecification Chipset AMD SB710 A13 chipset Package Features • ItemSpecification Memory size Up to 4GB DIMM socket number 2 Supports memory size per socket 512MB / 1024MB / 2048MB / 4096MB Supports maximum memory size 8GB Supports DIMM type 200-pin +1.8V DDRII SODIMM
16Chapter 1 Video Specifications Hard Disk Drive Interface Supports DIMM Speed 667MHZ ItemSpecification Chipset Integrated VGA solution for AMD RS780MN (UMA). On board VGA solution for ATI M92-S2 LP (DIS). Package Features • Adjustable 128MB UMA VGA memory share from North Bridge. • Adjustable 512MB DIS VGA memory share from North Bridge. ItemSpecifications Vendor & Model Name Hitachi HTS545050B9A300Hitachi HTS545032B9A300Hitachi HTS545025B9A300Hitachi HTS545016B9A300 Capacity (MB)500 320 250 160 Bytes per sector512 Data heads4322 Drive Format Disks 2211 Spindle speed (RPM)5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB InterfaceSATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)3GB/s maximum I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max)875 Mbits/s maximum 845 Mbits/s maximum DC Power Requirements Voltage +5.0V ± 5%. ItemSpecifications Vendor & Model Name Seagate ST9160310AS Seagate ST9250315ASSeagate ST9320320ASSeagate ST9500325AS Capacity (MB)160 250 320 500 Bytes per sector512 512 512 512 Data heads2244 Drive Format Disks 1122 Spindle speed (RPM)5400 5400 5400 5400 Performance Specifications ItemSpecification
Chapter 117 Buffer size 8 MB 8 MB 8MB 8 MB InterfaceSATA SATA SATA SATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)8301175 830 1175 I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max)875 Mbits/s maximum 845 Mbits/s maximum DC Power Requirements Voltage +5.0V ± 5%. ItemSpecifications Vendor & Model Name To s h i b a MK1655GSXTo s h i b a MK2555GSXTo s h i b a MK3255GSXTo s h i b a MK5055GSX Capacity (MB)160 250 320 500 Bytes per sector512 512 512 512 Data heads2244 Drive Format Disks 1122 Spindle speed (RPM)5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8MB InterfaceSATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)363 ~ 952 typical I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max)300 DC Power Requirements Voltage 5V ±5% ItemSpecifications Vendor & Model Name Western Digital WD1600BEVT- 22ZCTOWestern Digital WD2500BEVT-22ZCT0Western Digital WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0Western Digital WD5000BEVT-22ZAT0 Capacity (MB)160 250 320 500 Bytes per sector512 Data heads2434 Drive Format Disks 1222 ItemSpecifications
18Chapter 1 Spindle speed (RPM)5400 Performance Specifications Buffer size 8 MB InterfaceSATA Internal transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)N/A I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max)300 DC Power Requirements Voltage 5V ±5% ItemSpecifications
Chapter 119 Super-Multi Drive Module BIOS LED 15.6” ItemSpecification Vendor & model name HLDS GU10N PANASONIC UJ892 Performance SpecificationWith CD Diskette With DVD DisketteWith CD Diskette With DVD Diskette Transfer rate (MB/sec) Sustained: .Sustained: Sustained: Sustained: Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc formats • Loading mechanism Emergency Release (draw open hole) Power Requirement Input Voltage DC 5 V +/- 5% ItemSpecification BIOS vendor Insyde BIOS Version 3.5 BIOS Features • Flash ROM 1MB • Support ISIPP • Support Acer UI • Support multi-boot • Suspend to RAM (S3) / Disk (S4) • Various hot-keys for system control • Support SMBUS 2.0, PCI2.3 • ACPI 2.0 compliance with Intel Speed Step Support C1e, C2, C3 and S3, S4,S5 for mobile CPU. • DMI utility for BIOS serial number configuration/asset tag • Support PXE • Support Y2K solution • Support Win Flash Wake on LAN from S3 • Wake on LAN form S4 in AC mode • System information ItemSpecifications Vendor/model name AUO B156XW03 V1LPL LP156WH3- TLA1SAMSUNG LTN156AT07-A01 Screen Diagonal (mm.) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch (mm) Typical White Luminance (cd/ m 2) also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Typical Power Consumption (watt)
20Chapter 1 Bluetooth Audio Codec and Amplifier LAN Interface Keyboard Mini Card CameraWeight (without inverter) Physical Size (mm) Electrical Interface Viewing Angle (degree) Horizontal (Right) / (Left) Vertical (Upper) / (Lower) ItemSpecification Bluetooth Controller Foxconn Bluetooth BRM 2046 BT2.1 (T60H928.33) Supported Protocols 1.1, 1.2 & 2.0 + EDR (Extended Data Rate) Transfer Rate (max.) 3.0Mbps ItemSpecification Audio ControllerRealtek ALC269X-GR for High Definition Audio Codec Features • MIC IN • AC-coupled input,100mVP-P maximum • Headphone out • 1VP-P • Built-in Speaker • 2 Watt/8cc Chamber ItemSpecification LAN Chipset Realtek RTL8111CA-VB-GR GIGA LAN. Package Integrated on mainboard Features • Supports 10/100/1000 mbps ItemSpecification Type ACER AC7T JV50 Total number of keypads 103/104/107 Windows logo key Yes Internal & external keyboard work simultaneouslyYe s Features • Supports Application keys for Windows XP version ItemSpecification Number Supported 1 Features • 1 for WLAN (full size) ItemSpecifications Vendor and model Suyin Rose_2G Ty p e ItemSpecifications