Acer Extensa 510 Maintenance Manual

							Table 1-3  Extensa 51x Notebook Features
Specifications Model  510  Model  515 
Memory:
Standard
:8 MB 8 MB
Maximum
40 MB 40 MB
Display
LCD Type:
10.4 Dual Scan Color 10.4 Dual Scan Color 
Simultaneous LCD/Ext.
VGAYe s Ye s
Video RAM Size:1 MB 1 MB
Video BusVLBUS with Graphics Accelerator VLBUS with Graphics
Accelerator
Keyboard/Point Device  
Ergonomic Keyboard
Ye s Ye s
Built-In Touchpad
Ye s Ye s
Storage
Floppy Drive
: 3.5, 1.44 MB 3.5, 1.44 MB
Hard Drive
: 540 or 810 Million Byte 540 or 810 Million Byte
Interfaces
Serial (RS-232) Port
Yes Yes 
Parallel Port
(EPP/ECP),
 Ye sYe s Ye s
External VGA Port
Yes Yes 
External PS/2 Port
Yes Yes 
PCMCIA SupportType I/II/III  Type I/II/III
SoftwareU.S. Version
: Dual Load
Non-U.S. Versions
: Windows 95
only (International Load)Windows 95, plus
application software
(Refer to  Table 1-1)
Physical Characteristics297 mm (L) x 45.5 mm (H) x 215
mm (W)297 mm (L) x 45.5 mm (H) x
215 mm (W)
Dimensions
: 11.7 (L) x 1.7 (H) x 8.2 (W) 11.7 (L) x 1.7 (H) x 8.2 (W)
We i g h t
Approx. 5.9 lbs.    (2.68 kg)* Approx. 5.9 lbs.    (2.68 kg)*
* Weight specifications do not include AC Adapter
        
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							1.8Agency Approvals
All Extensa 51x Series products meet the following standards: 
·Underwriter’s Lab (UL) Standard 1950 (safety)
·Underwriter’s Lab (UL), CN Listed (C22.2 No. 950) (safety)
·EN60950, TUV Rheinland (safety)
·FCC CFR 47, Part 15, Subpart J, FCC Level B (EMI/RFI )
·Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) ICES Class B
(EMI/RFI)
·CISPR-22/EN55022 Class B (EMI/RFI)
·CE Mark
      
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							 2
Installation
2.1Introduction
This section contains unpacking and preparation for use instructions for
the Extensa 51x Series Notebook Computers.
2.2 Unpacking Instructions
The packaging diagram for the notebook computer is shown in Figure 2-1.
Unpack the computer using the following instructions:
1.Carefully cut the tape that seals the top flap of the shipping carton.
2.  Remove the computer and the accessories from the main shipping
carton.
3. Remove all protective coverings from the computer.
4
.  Remove the holding tape and open up the accessory box; remove the
contents.
nNote: 
 Save the shipping containers and packaging for later reuse.
2.3 Installing Notebook Options 
If you have no options to install at this time, skip to Paragraph 2.3.
Otherwise, continue with Paragraph 2.3.1.
2.3.1 Installing Dual Inline Memory Module(s)
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Note: 
If not installing RAM Expansion option at this time, skip to the next
paragraph.
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Caution: The Dual Inline Memory Module contains components that are
sensitive to static electricity. When handling the module and the inter-
nal parts of the computer, protect against static electricity by using
wrist or ankle grounding straps and grounded working mats. When mov-
ing or storing items, use the anti-static bags supplied with the items.
1. 
Ensure that the notebook is powered off and that the AC Adapter and
internal battery pack is removed from the notebook. 
2.  Remove the DIMM module(s) from its shipping container.
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							3.  Release the Keyboard by pulling the keyboard release tabs forward
(tabs are located underneath the Ctrl and right arrow keys).
4. Disengage the Keyboard using a straight blade screwdriver and gently
lifting up along the front edge of the keyboard.
5.    Using the back edge of the keyboard as a hinge, lift the front edge of 
the keyboard up and lay it against the display.
6.
   Insert the edge of the DIMM Board into the lower connector (refer to
Figure 2-1). Use a rocking motion to fully insert the module. Push
downward on each side of the DIMM module until it snaps in place.
7.Repeat the procedure in Step 6 (upper connector) to install the second
DIMM module.
8.Replace the keyboard assembly and any other components removed in
Step 1.
This completes the expansion memory module installation procedure.
1
Slide Keyboard Release 
Tabs toward front of
notebook.
Using a small
flat blade screwdriver,
gently pry keyboard up
along the front edge.
2
Tilt the keyboard back 
against the display
Insert the SIMM modules
into the two Main Board
memory connectors
Figure 2-1   Installing Additional Memory 
     
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							2.3.2 Installing PCMCIA Options
The Notebook has provisions for two Type I/Type II  or one Type III PCMCIA
option card. Use the following procedure to install a PCMCIA option:
1. Review the installation instructions supplied with the PCMCIA option
card(s).
2.   Open the PCMCIA compartment cover on the left side of the notebook.
3.  To insert a PCMCIA card, align the card with the socket and slide the
card into the socket until it locks into place.
4.  To eject a PCMCIA card, first ensure that the notebook is not accessing
the memory card or device. Under Windows 95, go to the Control
Panel, PC Card, and direct the card to stop before removing card.
PCMCIA 
Connector 
Door
Figure 2-2   Installing PCMCIA Options
       
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							2.3.3 Installing the Optional Numeric Keypad
An optional numeric keyboard can be attached to the notebook via the
notebook PS/2 connector as shown in Figure 2-3.
2.4Installing the Battery Pack(s)
The standard configuration of the Extensa Notebook is equipped with a
single battery pack that is inserted from the front right side of the computer.
To remove or replace the battery pack, follow the steps below.
1.Power off the notebook, being sure to save your data first.
2.Locate the battery door (right side of notebook near the front). Press 
the battery door inward and slide the door toward the front of the
notebook; remove the battery door.
3.Insert a new or recharged battery pack into the battery compartment
bay. Make sure that the contacts are facing up and to the rear of the
compartment. Check the label (facing up when inserted) indicating
the positive and negative poles of the battery.
External PS/2
Port (Mouse/Keyboard 
Port)
External Numeric Keypad
Option
Figure 2-3   Installing the Numeric Keypad option
     
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Caution:  There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace the battery only with the same or an equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to
the manufacturer ’s instructions.
2.5 Installing External Devices
Most external devices connect to the Notebook via the connectors on the
rear of the notebook (refer to Figure 2-4 for port assignments).
AC Adapter
 ConnectorSerial
Port
External PS/2
Port (Mouse/Keyboard 
Port)External VGA
PortParallel
Port
Audio Line
Output
External
Microphone
Input
Audio Line
Input
Figure 2-4   Extensa Port Assignments
       
Installation 2-5 
						

							2.5.1Installing an External Keyboard/Mouse 
As shown in Figure 2-5, the notebook has provisions for two external PS/2
compatible devices (keyboard, mouse, etc.) that may be attached to the
notebook. The pinouts for the 6-pin Mini-DIN connectors are also provided
in Figure 2-6.
To install an external keyboard or external PS/2 mouse on the notebook,
use the following procedure:
1. Ensure that the notebook is powered off.
2.Locate the external PS/2 port at the rear of the notebook (refer to
Figure 2-5).
3. Attach the PS/2 cable from your mouse and/or keyboard cable to the
PS/2 port.
4. Power on any other peripheral devices you may have connected to the
notebook, and then power up the notebook.
Figure 2-5   PS/2 Port Assignments/Pinouts
     
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							2.5.2Installing External Parallel Printer
The Notebook is equipped with a bidirectional, ECC/EPP compatible, 25-pin
parallel printer port. The connector pinouts and connector location are
shown in Figure 2-6.
If you will be using a parallel interface, connect the 25-pin male connector
of your printer cable to the 25-pin female parallel port on your notebook.
Refer to the manual which accompanied your printer for instructions on
configuring your operating environment 
Figure 2-6   Parallel Port Location/Pinouts
       
Installation 2-7 
						

							2.5.3Installing External Serial Port Device
The notebook contains an RS-232 serial port with a male DB-9 connector as
shown in Figure 2-7. The serial ports are used to interconnect such devices
as:
·External Modem
·Serial Printer
·Any device that uses an RS-232 interface
To connect a printer to the notebook, ensure that both the notebook and the
printer are turned off.
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Caution: Never connect a parallel device to a serial port or a serial de-
vice to a parallel port or video port; this may cause damage to the 
Notebook and/or peripheral device. If you are uncertain of what type
connector the external device has, refer to the technical manual for the
external device.
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5
67
8
9
SERIAL PORT PINOUTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9DCD  (CARRIER DETECT)
RXD   (RECEIVE DATA)
TXD  TRANSMIT DATA)
DTR  (DATA TERMINAL READY)
GND  (GROUND)
DSR  (DATA SET READY)
RTS  (REQUEST TO SEND)
CTS  (CLEAR TO SEND)
RI     (RING INDICATOR)
PINSIGNAL
Figure 2-7   Serial Port Location/Pinouts
     
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