Acer Aspire 8930q Service Guide

Chapter 15
Bottom View
Bottom view
No.NameDescription
1 CN501 Battery CNTR
2 CN502 CPU Socket
3 CN500 FAN Cable CNTR
4 Jack500 RJ45
5 CN503 VGA Port
6 CN507 HDMI Port
7 CN510 HDMI Port
8 CN513 USB Port
9 CN515 USB Port
10 Jack501 SPDIF
11 Jack502 MIC jack
12 Jack503 Line in jack
13 CN511 Speaker Cable CNTR
14 U510 North Bridge
15 CN516 HDD Socket
16 CN517 HDD Socket
17 CN505/506 DIMM Socket
18 CN512 ODD CNTR
19 CN508 PCI-E Socket
20 CN504 PCI-E Socket
21 CN509 VGA Card Socket 

6Chapter 1
Your Acer Notebook tour
After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your new Aspire computer.
Front View 

Chapter 17
No.IconItemDescription
1 Acer PureZone Two internal stereo microphones for sound recording.
2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays 
computer output.
3 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
4 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the 
status of the computers functions and components.
5 CineDash media 
consoleThe CineDash media console is a touch-sensitive 
entertainment interface.
6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer....

8Chapter 1
Closed Front View
Rear view
No.IconItemDescription
1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
2 6-in-1 card reader
Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), 
MultiMediaCard Plus (MMCplus), Memory Stick (MS), 
Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD).
3 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control.
No.IconItemDescription
1 Tuba The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out 
earthshaking movie-house audio.
2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to...

Chapter 19
Left View
No.IconItemDescription
1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line.
3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.
4 External display 
(VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, 
LCD projector).
5 HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections.
6 DISPLAY port Supports high definition digital video connections.
7 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB...

10Chapter 1
Right View
No.IconItemDescription
1 ExpressCard/54 slot Acceots one ExpressCard/54 module.
2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.
3 Optical disk access 
indicatorLights up when the optical drive is active.
4 Optical drive eject 
buttonEjects the optical disk from the drive.
5 Emergency eject 
holeEjects the optical drive tray when the computer is 
turned off.
6 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB 
camera).
7 TV-in port Accepts input signals...

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Base view
No.IconItemDescription
1 Hard disk bay Houses the computers hard disk (secured with 
screws).
2 Memory 
compartmentHouses the computers main memory.
3 Ventilation slots and 
cooling fanEnable the computer to stay cool, even after 
prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
4 Battery bay Houses the computers battery pack.
5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
6 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 

12Chapter 1
Acer CineDash media console
Acer CineDash media console is a touch-sensitive entertainment interface that features an ultra-smooth 
surface, inviting to the touch. Total media control - including instant access to Acer Arcade™ Deluxe - provides 
a new, exciting way to launch and control entertainment. Functions are activated by simply tapping the function 
with your finger, while you can adjust volume by sliding your finger around the volume meter. 

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NOTE: I* depends on file format
No.ItemAlbumVideoPlay MovieMusic
1 Hold N/A N/A N/A N/A
2 Mute Mute/unmute audio
3 Arcade Return to Main page
4 Back Go back one step
5 Enter 1. Function button: Perform selected function
2. View image 
fullscreen2. Watch video 
fullscreen2. Perform movie 
menu function2. Play 
highlighted 
track
6Slide 
counter 
clockwise 
from topSelect previous item Select previous 
menu itemSelect previous 
item
7Slide 
clockwise 
from 
bottomSelect next item Select next...

14Chapter 1
Indicators
The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators. 
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up.
NOTE: 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 
2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.
No.IconItemDescription
1 Power Indicates the computer’s power status.
2 Battery Indicates the computer’s battery status.
3 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
4 Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is...