Acer 4720Z, 4320, 4720G manual Using the System Utilities, Acer GridVista dual-display compatible

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Using the System Utilities

NOTE: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.

To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.

Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start > All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:

Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.

Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.

AcerGridVista is simple to set up:

1.Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task bar.

2.Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.

3.Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.

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Contents Aspire 4720G/4720Z/4720/4320 Series Service Guide Revision History Date Chapter UpdatesDisclaimer CopyrightScreen Messages ConventionsPreface Page Chapter System SpecificationsFeatures Communication AudioStorage subsystem Input devicesEnvironment Nestos System Block Diagram System Block DiagramTop View Board LayoutPJ1 Bottom ViewIcon Description Your Acer Notebook tourFront View Closed Front View Left View After prolonged use Right ViewRear view Icon Description Ventilation slotBase view IndicatorsHDD Easy-Launch ButtonsIcon Function Description Function Left Button Main Touchpad Way Scroll Right Button Launch key Default applicationTouchpad Basics Lock Key Description Using the KeyboardDesired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypadKey Icon Description Windows KeysTechnology on Hot KeysHot Key Icon Function Description Euro symbolSpecial Key US dollar signEmpowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management To create new power plan Acer ePower ManagementAC Mode Adapter mode DC Mode Battery modeBattery status Acer eAudio Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer ePresentation ManagementChapter Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Launching the Acer Crytal Eye webcam Changing the Acer Crytal Eye webcam resolutionUsing the Acer Crytal Eye webcam Getting to know your Acer Cystal Eye webcamAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the System UtilitiesLaunch Manager Second Level Cache Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessor CPU Fan True Value Table0MB System MemoryMemory Combinations 2GBModem Interface System Vram and Vbios OptionsLAN Interface Hard Disk Drive Interface Bluetooth InterfaceWireless Module 802.11b/g, 802.11a/b/g, 802.11a/g/n USB Port DVD-Dual InterfaceAudio Interface Keyboard BatteryExpress Card Slot System Board Major ChipsLCD Inverter LCD 14.1 inchAC Adapter System Power ManagementMain Security Boot System Utilities Bios Setup UtilityNavigating the Bios Utility Parameter Description InformationShows extended memory size MainParameter Description Format/Option Security Set Supervisor PasswordParameter Description Option Setting a PasswordClear or Set Changing a Password Removing a PasswordSetup Warning Invalid Password Continue IDE HDD Hitachi HTS541616J9SA00-S BootExit Saving Changes ExitBios Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement Before You Begin General InformationHDD Disassembly Procedure FlowchartDescription Part Number Screw ListRemoving the Battery Pack Removing the HDD Module Removing the Memory Removing the Wireless LAN CardRemoving the ODD Module Removing the Keyboard and LCD Module Page Removing the Main Board Disassembling the Lower Case AssemblyDisassembling the Main Unit Removing the Speakers Disassembling the Upper Case AssemblyRemoving the Bluetooth Module Removing the Audio BoardRemoving the Thermal Module and System Fan Removing the Power BoardDisassembling the Main Board Removing the Touchpad CableRemoving the Modem Card Removing the CPUDisassembling the LCD Module Disassembling the ODD Module Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the HDD Module Chapter Symptoms Verified Go To TroubleshootingKeyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive Check External CD-ROM Drive CheckMemory check Power System CheckCheck the Power Adapter Touchpad Check Check the Battery PackPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Error Codes Error Messages Index of Error MessagesError Code List Error Message ListCPU ID Cmos DimmCRT No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in SequenceLCD Code Beeps Post Routine Description Phoenix Bios Beep CodesChapter Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Power-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related Symptoms Indicator-Related SymptomsPower Management-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms Speaker-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Dimm Undetermined ProblemsTop View Jumper and Connector LocationsBottom View FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No Aspire 4720G/4720Z/4720/4320 Exploded DiagramPower Board 90W Wireless LAN Board 802.11BGIntel 3945BG Intel Wireless Wifi Link 4965ANG Power Board 65WBase Door W/RUBBER CASE/COVER/BRACKET Assembly Middle CoverBluetooth Cable TP FFC TP Lower Case Assy W/RUBBER Upper Case Assy W/SPEAKER7530A Vista Tray DVD Super Multi Tray in Philips DVD-RW Drive DVD/RW Super Multi ModuleDVD Super Multi Tray in Hlds GSA-T20N LF W/O Bezel DVD Super Multi Drive33.AHS07.003 White Korean Keyboard 1415KB-FV2 89KS White SWISS/G Keyboard 1415KB-FV2 89KSWhite Portuguese Keyboard 1415KB-FV2 88KS White US International Hebrew Keyboard 1415KB-FV2 88KSLCD Module Assy 14.1 in Wxga W LCD Bracket W/HINGE RCCD Module 0.3M Bison CCD Module 0.3M SuyinAntenna W/O CCD LCD 14.1 IN. Wxga LPL LP141WX1 Antenna W/O CCDLCD Cable W/O CCD Antenna LCD Bezel Assy W/O CCDSO-DIMM DDRII667 512MB Mainboard Mainboard 960GML UMA W/CARDCard Readre Express Card W/O CPU Momery Memory 1GB HYMP512S64CP8-Y5 LF Memory 512MB DDR II 667 Hynix