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Acer Aspire E1-431 User Manual

Acer Aspire E1-431
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CHAPTER 1
Hardware Specifications
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Operating System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Chipset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
System Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Optical Media Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Webcam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Wireless and Networking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Privacy Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Dimension and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Power Adapter and Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Input and Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Input and Output (I/O) Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Optional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Notebook Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Touchpad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Windows Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Specification Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Computer specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
System Board Major Chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Processor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
CPU Fan True Value Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
System Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Memory Combinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Video Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
BIOS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
Hard Disk Drive (AVL components) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Hard Disk Drive (AVL components) (Continued) . . . . . . . . . 1-30
DVD Super-Multi Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31

Table of Contents

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Acer Aspire E1-431 Specifications

General IconGeneral
RAM2 GB DDR3
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
Wireless802.11b/g/n
LANGigabit Ethernet
WebcamAcer Crystal Eye webcam
Display14" HD (1366 x 768)
Battery4-cell Li-ion
Weight2.2 kg
Optical DriveDVD-Super Multi DL drive
Card ReaderYes (SD, MMC)
Ports2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0, HDMI, VGA
Dimensions342 x 245 x 25.3 mm
Storage320 GB HDD

Summary

Revision History

Conventions Used

General Information

CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications

Core System Components

Covers CPU, Memory, Display, Graphics, Storage, and Wireless specifications.

User Interface and System Features

Details ports, power, input, software, and environmental specifications.

Interaction and Specifications

Covers notebook tour, keyboard, touchpad, hotkeys, diagrams, and spec tables.

CHAPTER 2 System Utilities

BIOS Configuration and Management

Covers accessing, navigating, and managing BIOS settings and security.

BIOS Updates and Recovery

Procedures for BIOS updates, flashing, and recovery methods.

System Tools and Utilities

Tools for password clearing, DMI, UUID, and LAN MAC configuration.

CHAPTER 3 Machine Maintenance Procedures

Maintenance Overview and Preparation

Covers introduction, tools, flowchart, and initial setup steps.

Core Component Replacement

Procedures for replacing major internal components like CPU and motherboard.

Display Assembly Service

Procedures for display-related components like LCD, ODD, and WLAN.

Chassis and Ancillary Components

Covers chassis parts, I/O boards, speakers, and RTC battery replacement.

CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Basics and Common Issues

Covers intro, general info, and specific hardware failures like power and display.

Advanced Diagnostics and Problem Isolation

Addresses intermittent issues, undetermined problems, and post codes.

CHAPTER 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

Mainboard Component Identification

Identifies jumpers and connectors on the motherboard with diagrams.

Password and BIOS Recovery Procedures

Specific procedures for clearing BIOS passwords and recovery.

CHAPTER 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List

Component Identification and Lists

Lists all replaceable parts with exploded diagrams and part numbers.

Screw List

Details the types and part numbers of screws used in the system.

CHAPTER 7 Model Definition and Configuration

Model Specific Configurations and Part Numbers

Lists RO, CPU, LCD, Memory, HDD, etc. for different models.

CHAPTER 8 Test Compatible Components

Component Compatibility Testing

Lists components verified for compatibility under Windows 7.

CHAPTER 9 Online Support Information

Acer Support Resources

Details on online support services and website resources.

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