Acer 3640 manual Jumper Settings/Clear Bios Password Procedures

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Jumper Settings/Clear BIOS Password Procedures

1.Remove the DIMM cover and the lower DDR2 memory module, then find out the G70 position on the main board. Please just the lower DDR2 memory module, you will need the upper DDR2 memory module to boot up the system.

2.Use a tweezers or a screwdriver to short the G70 pad and remain the short status.

3.Power on the system until POST is completed. Then you can release the tweezers or screwdriver. The BIOS password should be cleared after these steps.

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Contents Aspire 3640/TravelMate 2440 Series Service Guide Revision History Copyright DisclaimerConventions Screen MessagesPreface Page Table of Contents FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Chpater 4 TroubleshootingJumper and Connector Locations Chapter System SpecificationsFeatures Ports System Block Diagram SA-0214Board Layout Top ViewBottom View Jumper Settings/Clear Bios Password Procedures Your Acer Notebook tour Aspire 3640 front ViewTravelMate 2440 front view Icon DescriptionClosed Front View Icon Left ViewRight View PC Card slot Accepts on Type II PC CardRear Panel Bottom PanelIndicators Aspire TravelMateIcon Function Description Easy-Launch ButtonsAspire Launch key Default application Touchpad BasicsTravelMate Page Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the KeyboardDesired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Lock Key DescriptionKey Icon Description Windows KeysHot Keys External monitor if connected and both Euro symbol Special KeyAcer ePower Management Acer Empowering TechnologyEmpowering Technology password Chapter Acer ePresentation Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer OrbiCam Rotating the Acer Orbicam Rubber grip selected models onlyChapter Capturing photos or videos Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager CPU Fan True Value Table Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsProcessor Second Level CacheMemory Combinations LAN InterfaceHard Disk Drive Interface Wireless Module 802.11b/g optional deviceModem Interface For Hdls GCC-4244N Combo Drive InterfaceDVD-Super Multi Interface For Philips SB5265For Hlds GMA-4082N Audio InterfaceVideo Interface For Pioneer DVR-K16RAPcmcia Port Video MemoryUSB Port System Board Major ChipsLCD 14.1 inch BatteryKeyboard AC Adaptor System Power ManagementLCD Inverter Chapter System Utilities Bios Setup Utility Main Security Boot ExitNavigating the Bios Utility Information Parameter DescriptionMain System TimeParameter Description Format/Option Boot Exit SecurityParameter Description Option Setting a PasswordClear or Set Removing a Password Changing a PasswordPage Boot +Hard DriveInformation Main Security Boot ExitBios Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart HDDScrew List Description Part NumberRemoving the Battery Pack Removing the Memory and the HDD Module Removing the ODD Module Removing the LCD ModuleChapter Page Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly Disassembling the Main UnitPage Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Page Disassembling the LCD Module with video camera Page Chapter Disassembling the ODD Module Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the HDD Module Chapter Troubleshooting Symptoms Verified Go ToExternal CD-ROM Drive Check System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive Check Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckPower System Check Memory checkCheck the Power Adapter Check the Battery Pack Touchpad CheckPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Error Message List Index of Error MessagesError Code List Error Codes Error MessagesCPU ID No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Phoenix Bios Beep Codes Code Beeps Post Routine DescriptionChapter Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Indicator-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related Symptoms Power-Related SymptomsSpeaker-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms Power Management-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems DimmJumper and Connector Locations Top ViewBottom View Jumper Settings/Clear Bios Password Procedures Chapter FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Category Part Name and Description Acer Part No Aspire 3640/TravelMate 2440 Exploded DiagramAspire 3640/TravelMate 2440 FRU List Not contain the black mylar as Image shows Lowercase W/SPEAKER Combo Module Optical Bezel Gbase for Dual HDD 60GB Seagate ST96812A H3M06 Portuga Keyboard 88KEY Darfon NSK AEK0D Danish Keyboard 89KEY Darfon NSK Wireless Antenna LEFT/RIGHT Glare LCD Screw Rubber LCD Chapter 105 106 Chapter
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3640 specifications

The Acer 3640 and MS2180 are two notable examples of Acer's commitment to providing versatile computing solutions. Each model caters to different user needs and preferences, but both stand out in terms of performance and practicality.

The Acer 3640 is a compact and lightweight laptop designed with portability in mind. It features a 14-inch display, which strikes a balance between usability and size, making it ideal for users on the go. One of its defining characteristics is the Intel Core processor, which delivers a robust performance capable of handling everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and multimedia consumption. The device is equipped with integrated graphics, allowing for casual gaming and smooth video playback.

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