Acer Aspire 7730 Service Guide

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Touch Pad Basics (with fingerprint reader)
The following items show you how to use the Touch Pad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader:
•Move your finger across the Touch Pad (2) to move the cursor.
•Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the Touch Pad to perform selection and 
execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. 
Tapping on the Touch Pad is the same as clicking the left button.
•Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function 
(only for certain models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (only for certain models) to scroll up or down 
and move left or right a page. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your cursor pressing on the 
right scroll bar of Windows applications.
NOTE: When using the Touch Pad, keep it - and your fingers - dry and clean. The Touch Pad is sensitive to 
finger movement; hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not 
increase the Touch Pad’s responsiveness.
FunctionLeft Button (1)Right Button (3)Main Touch Pad (2)
Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed 
as double-clicking a mouse 
button).
Select Click once. Tap once.
Drag Click and hold, then use 
finger on the Touch Pad to 
drag the cursor.Tap twice (at the same speed 
as double-clicking a mouse 
button); rest your finger on 
the Touch Pad on the second 
tap and drag the cursor.
Access 
context menuClick once. 
						

							12Chapter 1
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.
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, 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.
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.
 +  Play/Pause Play/Pause the current media.
 +  Stop Stop the current media.
 +  Skip Backward Skip to the next track of the current media.
 +  Skip Forward Skip top the previous track of the current media. 
						

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Special Key
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:  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.Hold  and then press the  key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE:  This function varies by the operating system version.
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							16Chapter 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.
Launch Manager
Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. You can access 
the Launch Manager by clicking on Start > All Programs > Launch Manager to start the application. 
						

							18Chapter 1
Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
North Bridge
South Bridge
ItemSpecification
CPU type Intel® Penryn (dual core)
CPU package  Intel® 479 pin Micro-FCPGA
Features Supports Intel architecture with Dynamic execution. 
On-die, primary 32-kB instruction cache and 32-kB write-back data 
cache.
On-die, up to 6MB second level shared cache with advanced 
transfer cache architecture.
Streaming SIMD Extensions 2 (SSE2),Streaming SIMD Extensions 
3 (SSE3) Supplemental streaming SIMD extensions 3 (SSSE3) 
and SSE4.1 instruction sets.
1066MHz source-synchronous front side bus (FSB)
Advanced power management features including Enhanced Intel 
SpeedStep® Technology and dynamic FSB frequency switching.
Digital thermal sensor (DTS).
Execute disable bit support for enhanced security.
Intel® Dynamic Acceleration Technology and Enhanced Multi 
Threaded Thermal Management (EmTTM).
Support enhanced Intel Virtualization Technology.
CPU core voltage VCC-CORE: Voltage for the future processor will depend on VID0-
6 for battery mode and setting via software for adapter mode for 
the future processor
ItemSpecification
Type Intel Crestline PM965 (North Bridge)
Package FCBGA 1329 balls
Features Processor host bus supports, 667/800/1066MHz FSB support.
Supports Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667/800 MHz.
Supports Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM at 800/1066 MHz.
Integrated SDRAM controller up to 8GB (2 SODIMM support)
External Graphics interface for PCI Express Architecture support
DMI x2 and DMI x 4 for connection between GMCH and ICH9M
Supports ACPI 3.0
CPU core voltage 1.05V core, 1.5V,VCCSM(DDR2 = 1.8V/DDR3=1.5V),2.5V,3.3V
ItemSpecification
Type ICH9M (South Bridge)
Package BGA 676 balls 
						

							Chapter 119
CPU Fan True Value Table
System Clock
Crystal and OscillatorFeatures Upstream accelerated Hub architecture interface for access to 
GMCH.                   
PCI Express Base Specification, Revision 1.1 support.
PCI 2.3 interface. (4 PCI Request/Grant pairs).
ACPI Power Management Logic Support.
Enhanced DMA controller, interrupt controller, timers functions.
Integrated Serial ATA host controllers with independent DMA 
operation on six ports and AHCI support.
USB 1.1 & USB 2.0 Host controllers.
Supports Intel High Definition Audio (Intel HD Audio) Interface.
Supports Intel® Matrix Storage Technology.
Supports Intel® Active Management Technology.
Low Pin Count (LPC) interface.
6 PCIe ports.
CPU core voltage 1.05V core,1.5V,3.3V,5V CMOS I/O
CPU Temp (°C)Fan Speed (rpm)
45 0
50 3000 ± 100
65 3400 ± 100
78 3800 ± 100
90 4200 ± 100
ItemSpecification
System clock chip ICS9LPRS365BGLFT or pin compatible device
Package 64 pin TSSOP
Clock Synthesizer 200/166Mhz for CPU, GMCH
100MHz clock buffer for GMCH, ICH8M and PCI-E device, SATA, 
Docking station 
96MHz GMCH
48Mhz for USB clock inside ICH8M
33Mhz PCI clock for PCI device, LPC
14.31818Mhz for ICH8M
Power 3.3V
Features Support spread spectrum function, for reducing EMI
Support SM bus interface.
ItemSpecification
Features 14.31818Mhz crystal for clock chip
32.768Khz crystal for RTC inside ICH8M and WINBOND 
WPC8769LDG
24.576Mhz for RICOH R5C833
25MHZ crystal for BROADCOM Lan controller BCM5787.
ItemSpecification 
						

							20Chapter 1
System Memory 
Memory Combinations 
Hard Disk Drive Interface
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 for 64bit OS (with two 2GB SODIMM)
Supports DIMM type DDR II 677 Mhz /DDR III 1066 MHz 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 256MB 256MB
0MB 512MB 512MB
0MB 1024MB 1024MB
0MB 2048MB 2048MB
256MB 256MB 512MB
256MB 512MB 768MB
256MB 1024MB 1280MB
256MB 2048MB 2304MB
512MB 256MB 768MB
512MB 512MB 1024MB
512MB 1024MB 1536MB
512MB 2048MB 2560MB
1024MB 0MB 1024MB
1024MB 256MB 1280MB
1024MB 512MB 1536MB
1024MB 1024MB 2048MB
1024MB 2048MB 3072MB
2048MB 0MB 2048MB
2048MB 256MB 2304MB
2048MB 512MB 2560MB
2048MB 1024MB 3072MB
2048MB 2048MB 4096MB
Item
Vendor & 
Model 
Name
Capacity 
(MB)
Bytes per 
sector