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Acer ASPIRE 4253 User Manual

Acer ASPIRE 4253
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Aspire 4253/4253G
SERVICEGUIDE

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Acer ASPIRE 4253 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorAMD Dual-Core Processor E-350/E-300/C-50
GraphicsAMD Radeon™ HD 6310 Graphics
Storage250/320/500 GB HDD
Operating SystemWindows 7 Home Premium/ Windows 7 Home Basic/ Linux
Battery6-cell Li-ion battery
Weight2.2 kg
Optical Drive8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
LANGigabit Ethernet
WebcamAcer Crystal Eye webcam
Display Resolution1366 x 768
MemoryUp to 4GB DDR3
RAMUp to 4 GB DDR3
Wireless802.11b/g/n
Processor Speed1.60 GHz
Display14.0" HD Acer CineCrystal™ LED-backlit TFT LCD

Summary

CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications

Features

Summary of the computer's main features.

Platform

Details on the processor and controller hub.

System Memory

Specifications for system memory, including type and capacity.

Display

Information on the screen's resolution, brightness, and aspect ratio.

Graphics

Details on the graphics controller and supported resolutions.

Storage Subsystem

Specifications for hard disk drives and card readers.

Optical Media Drive

Details on the DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive capabilities.

Communication

Specifications for webcam, WLAN, and WPAN modules.

Dimension and Weight

Physical dimensions and weight of the laptop.

Power Adapter and Battery

Information on the AC adapter and battery specifications.

Special Keys and Controls

Description of special keyboard keys, touchpad, and media keys.

I/O Ports

List and description of all input/output ports on the device.

Software

List of pre-installed software for productivity, security, and gaming.

Notebook Tour

Visual guide to the top view of the notebook components.

Specification Tables

Comprehensive tables detailing various computer specifications.

CHAPTER 2 System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

Hardware configuration program built into the computer's BIOS.

Navigating the BIOS Utility

Guide to using the BIOS interface and its menu options.

BIOS Information

Displays a summary of computer hardware information.

BIOS Security

Parameters that safeguard and protect the computer from unauthorized use.

BIOS Flash Utilities

Procedures required for updating system BIOS firmware.

Clearing BIOS Passwords

Details about removing HDD and BIOS passwords.

Miscellaneous Tools

Utilities for managing system information and MAC addresses.

Crisis Disk Recovery

Steps for recovering the system BIOS using a crisis disk.

CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance Procedures

Introduction

Overview of the chapter, tools, and procedures for maintenance.

Recommended Equipment

List of tools recommended for maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Flowchart

Graphic representation of component removal and installation sequences.

Getting Started

Pre-maintenance steps including power removal and cable disconnection.

Battery Pack Removal

Procedure for safely removing the computer's battery pack.

Keyboard Removal

Steps to disconnect and remove the keyboard from the laptop.

ODD (Optical Disk Drive) Module Removal

Instructions for removing the optical disk drive module.

Lower Cover Removal

Steps to remove the bottom case of the laptop.

DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) Module Removal

Procedure for removing the system's RAM modules.

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) Module Removal

Steps to remove the wireless network card.

HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Module Removal

Instructions for removing the hard disk drive.

Mainboard Removal

Steps to disconnect and remove the system's main circuit board.

LCD Panel Removal

Procedure for removing the laptop's display panel.

CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting

Introduction

Overview of troubleshooting common notebook problems.

General Information

Guidelines for performing diagnostic tests and verifying symptoms.

Power On Issues

Troubleshooting steps when the system does not power on.

No Display Issues

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems with the system display.

Abnormal Video

Troubleshooting for abnormal video output or display anomalies.

LCD Failure

Specific troubleshooting steps if the LCD screen fails.

Keyboard Failure

Steps to diagnose and fix keyboard malfunctions.

Touchpad Failure

Troubleshooting steps for touchpad operational issues.

Internal Speaker Failure

Diagnosing and resolving issues with the built-in speakers.

Microphone Failure

Steps to troubleshoot problems with internal or external microphones.

USB Failure

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to USB ports.

Other Functions Failure

Troubleshooting steps for failures in other system functions.

Intermittent Problems

Strategies for addressing sporadic system hang issues.

Undetermined Problems

Procedures to isolate failing components when the cause is unclear.

Post Codes

Tables detailing POST codes for system diagnostics.

CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

Mainboard Jumper and Connector Locations

Identification of jumpers and connectors on the mainboard.

Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery

Procedures for resetting BIOS passwords and recovering BIOS.

Clear CMOS Jumper

Location and function of the CMOS clear jumper.

BIOS Recovery by Crisis Disk

Methods for recovering system BIOS firmware.

CHAPTER 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Exploded Diagrams

Visual breakdown of laptop components for identification.

FRU List

Comprehensive list of Field Replaceable Units with part numbers.

Screw List

Details and part numbers for all screws used in the system.

CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration

Acer 4255

Model definition and configuration details for the Acer 4255.

Aspire 4253G

Model definition and configuration details for the Aspire 4253G.

CHAPTER 8 Test Compatible Components

Microsoft® Windows® 7 Environment Test

List of components tested and verified under Windows 7.

CHAPTER 9 Online Support Information

Introduction

Information on available online technical support services for Acer Systems.

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