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Acer TravelMate 5720 Series User Manual

Acer TravelMate 5720 Series
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TravelMate 5720/5320 Series
Extensa 5620/5220 Series
Service Guide
PRINTED IN TAIWAN
Service guide files and updates are available
on the ACER/CSD web; for more information,
please refer to http://csd.acer.com.tw

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Acer TravelMate 5720 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo
Display Size15.4 inches
RAMUp to 4 GB DDR2
Hard Drive InterfaceSATA
Operating SystemWindows Vista Business
Wireless802.11a/b/g
LANGigabit Ethernet
Battery LifeUp to 3 hours
Display Resolution1280 x 800 pixels
GraphicsIntel GMA X3100
Weight2.8 kg
Battery6-cell Li-ion
ChipsetIntel GM965 Express
StorageUp to 250 GB
Optical DriveDVD-Super Multi

Summary

System Specifications

Features

Summarizes the computer's key features and components.

System Block Diagram

Visual representation of the computer's internal components and connections.

Acer Notebook Tour

Identifies and describes external components, views, and controls of the notebook.

Easy-Launch Buttons

Describes the function and usage of special quick-access buttons on the keyboard.

Touchpad Basics

Explains how to use the touchpad for cursor movement and selection.

Using the Keyboard

Details keyboard features, including lock keys and Windows-specific keys.

Hot Keys

Describes keyboard combinations for controlling system functions like brightness and volume.

Special Key

Explains how to use special keys for currency symbols.

Acer Empowering Technology Utilities

Introduces software utilities for system management, security, and power.

System Utilities

Describes additional software utilities like NTI Shadow and Acer GridVista.

Launch Manager and Security Software

Details Launch Manager for button customization and Norton Internet Security.

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Comprehensive technical details of the system's hardware components.

Processor

Details CPU types, speeds, and cache configurations.

BIOS

Information about BIOS vendor, version, and supported protocols.

System Memory

Specifies memory controller, size, sockets, and module combinations.

Storage and Connectivity Interfaces

Details specifications for LAN, Bluetooth, Wireless, HDD, Optical Drive, Audio, Video, USB, PCMCIA.

System Board Components

Lists major chips, keyboard, battery, and LCD/inverter specifications.

Power and System Management

Details AC Adapter specifications and system power management states.

BIOS Setup Utility

Navigating the BIOS Utility

Instructions on how to navigate the BIOS setup menus and options.

BIOS Information Screens

Displays summaries of hardware, main, advanced, security, boot, and exit configurations.

Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Disassembly Preparation and Process

Lists necessary tools, pre-disassembly steps, and an overview of the disassembly stages.

External Module Removal

Step-by-step guides and flowchart for removing external components like battery, cards, lower cover, DIMM, WLAN, HDD, Optical Drive.

Main Unit Internal Component Removal

Guides for disassembling internal components like modem, heatsink, CPU, VGA, middle cover, keyboard, main board, speakers, USB board.

LCD Module Removal

Detailed procedures and flowchart for disassembling the LCD module and its parts.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Guide and Symptom Mapping

Maps symptoms to relevant troubleshooting procedures and pages.

System Check Procedures

Guides for checking diskette, CD-ROM, keyboard, memory, and power systems.

Power and Component Checks

Specific checks for power adapter, battery pack, and touchpad functionality.

Error Message and Code Interpretation

Explains POST error messages, BIOS beep codes, and error message indexes.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Addresses intermittent problems and undetermined issues requiring advanced diagnostics.

Jumper and Connector Locations

Component Layout Diagrams

Visual guides showing connector and jumper locations on motherboard top and bottom views.

BIOS Password and Recovery Procedures

Details DIP switch functions for password bypass and BIOS recovery.

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

FRU Listing and Exploded Diagram

Comprehensive list of FRUs with part numbers and an exploded view of the notebook assembly.

Appendix A: Model Definition and Configuration

Model Specifications and Configurations

Detailed table listing various model configurations and their specifications.

Appendix B: Test Compatible Components

Tested Components and Environment

Lists components tested for compatibility under Windows Vista environment.

Appendix C: Online Support Information

Acer Online Technical Support

Information on accessing Acer's online resources for technical support and downloads.

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