Acer Aspire 4745 User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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rhuntAug 16, 2025
What to do if my Acer Aspire 4745 shuts down intermittently?
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  Johnny FinleyAug 17, 2025
  If your Acer Laptop is shutting down intermittently, ensure the power cable is properly connected to both the computer and the electrical outlet. Try removing any extension cables or surge protectors between the computer and the outlet, plugging the computer directly into a known good outlet. Disconnect the power and check the Thermal Unit and fan airways for obstructions. Also, remove any external and non-essential hardware, and uninstall any recently installed software.
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Travis McgeeAug 19, 2025
How to fix sound problems on Acer Laptop?
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  Veronica MyersAug 19, 2025
  If you are experiencing sound problems with your Acer Laptop, try rebooting the computer. You can also navigate to Start? Control Panel? System and Maintenance? System? Device Manager. Roll back or reinstall the audio driver. Ensure that all volume controls are set mid range. Also, navigate to Start? Control Panel? Hardware and Sound? Sound, select Speakers and click Configure to start Speaker Setup. Remove any recently installed hardware or software. As a last resort, restore system and file settings from a known good date using System Restore or reinstall the Operating System.
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Jim ToddAug 22, 2025
What to do if my Acer Aspire 4745 has no display?
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  Caleb FowlerAug 22, 2025
  If your Acer Laptop isn't displaying anything, first ensure that the internal display is selected. Check if the computer has power by observing if the fans start or if the status LEDs light up. Drain any stored power by removing the power cable and battery, then hold the power button for 10 seconds. Connect an external monitor to the computer and switch between the internal and external displays. Disconnect power and all external devices, including port replicators or docking stations. Reseat the memory modules and remove the drives.
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Ethan KennedyAug 25, 2025
How to fix abnormal video display on Acer Laptop?
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  Richard MarshAug 26, 2025
  If you're experiencing abnormal video display on your Acer Laptop, start by rebooting the computer. If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots are present, the LCD may be faulty. For extensive pixel damage, LCD replacement might be needed. Adjust the brightness to its highest level and check the display resolution. If you recently updated the video driver, roll it back to the previous version, or remove and reinstall it. Check the Device Manager to ensure no hardware is listed under Other Devices.
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Richard JohnsonAug 27, 2025
What to do if Acer Aspire 4745 Laptop drive is not detected?
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  blackjenniferAug 27, 2025
  If your Acer Laptop is not detecting a drive, restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. Check that the drive is detected in the ATAPI Model Name field. Turn off the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD. Reseat the drive ensuring all cables are connected correctly.
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lriveraAug 30, 2025
Why is my Acer Laptop randomly losing BIOS settings?
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  Jose ThompsonAug 30, 2025
  If you are experiencing random loss of BIOS settings on your Acer Laptop, and if the computer is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software. If the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power and data cables between devices. If HDD information is missing from the BIOS, the drive may be defective and should be replaced. As a last resort, replace the Motherboard.
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Andrea SchmidtSep 2, 2025
What to do if external mouse fails on Acer Laptop?
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  Grace SwansonSep 2, 2025
  If your Acer Laptop's external mouse is not working correctly, try using an alternative mouse. If it's a wireless mouse, replace the batteries and ensure a stable connection. For USB connections, try a different USB port. Test the mouse with another program to rule out software-specific issues. Restart the computer, and remove any recently added hardware or software. Check the Event Viewer for errors, roll back the mouse driver if recently updated, or remove and reinstall the driver. Finally, check the Device Manager for any unrecognized hardware.
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Nicole SimmonsSep 4, 2025
How to troubleshoot HDD not operating correctly on Acer Aspire 4745 Laptop?
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  colemanmichelleSep 5, 2025
  If your Acer Laptop's HDD is not operating correctly, disconnect all external devices. Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software. Try running the Windows 7 Startup Repair Utility. Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. Ensure all cables and jumpers on the HDD and ODD are correctly set. Remove any recently added hardware and associated software. Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter and Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a command prompt. Restore system settings from a known good date using System Restore or consider replacing the HDD.
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wardrobinSep 7, 2025
How to solve microphone problems on Acer Aspire 4745 Laptop?
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  Rachel JonesSep 7, 2025
  If you are experiencing microphone problems with your Acer Laptop, check that the microphone is enabled. Right-click on the Recording tab and select Show Disabled Devices. If the microphone appears, select it and click Properties. Increase the volume to the maximum setting and click OK. Finally, test the microphone hardware.
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Elizabeth BakerSep 10, 2025
Why discs do not play on my Acer Laptop?
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  Melissa WalkerSep 10, 2025
  If discs do not play on your Acer Laptop, check that the disc is correctly seated in the drive tray and that the media is clean and scratch free. Try an alternate disc in the drive. Ensure that AutoPlay is enabled and that the Regional Code is correct for the selected media.

Acer Aspire 4745 Specifications

General

LAN	Gigabit Ethernet
CPU	Intel Core i3 / i5
Chipset	Intel HM55
Memory	Up to 8GB DDR3
Display	14-inch HD (1366x768)
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics
Optical Drive	DVD Super Multi
Wireless	Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Webcam	Yes
Ports	3 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA
Operating System	Windows 7 Home Premium
Battery	6-cell Li-ion
Dimensions	342 x 245 x 25.5 mm
Card Reader	Multi-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)