Acer 8371, 8331 manual Power management, Acer eRecovery Management

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Power management

This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.

This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for your computer.

Acer PowerSmart key

The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of your computer's graphics sub-system to reduce overall power consumption. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is reduced and the graphics chip switched to a lower speed; PCI and WLAN switch to power-saving modes. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your previous settings.

NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.

Acer eRecovery Management

Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly restore the system. You can back up/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers.

NOTE: All of the following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary.

Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:

‰Backup:

z Create Factory Default Disc

z Create Drivers and Applications Disc

‰Restore:

z Completely Restore System to Factory Defaults z Restore Operating System and Retain User Data z Reinstall Drivers or Applications

This chapter will guide you through each process.

NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disc-related tasks.

To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management, you must first set the password. The password is set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Settings.

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Contents TravelMate 8371/8331 Series Service Guide Revision History Copyright Conventions Preface Page Table of Contents Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter FeaturesPower subsystem Dimensions and weightCommunication Privacy controlEnvironment PLL DiagramBlockSystemTop View Board LayoutCN9 Bottom ViewYour Acer Notebook tour HDD Closed Front ViewLeft View Rear viewRight View Base view Touchpad basics with two-click buttons Touchpad Basicswith fingerprint readerFunction Left Button Right Button Main touchpad Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the KeyboardWindows Keys Special Key Hot KeysUS dollar sign Euro symbolAcer Bio-Protection only for certain models Using the system utilitiesAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Acer Backup Manager Acer eRecovery Management Power managementBurn backup discs Restore Windows Vista from backup discs RestoreAcer Arcade Deluxe Navigation controls General controlsPlayer controls CinemaSettings Live UpdateHomeMedia AdvancedAlbums Slideshow settingsEditing Pictures HelpFlickr Online MediaYouTube Hardware Specifications and Configurations Hard Disk Drive Interface Bluetooth InterfaceAudio Interface LCD panelKeyboard Power ManagementButton SoftwarePhysical Characteristics LED Status IndicatorSecurity Features System Utilities Bios Setup UtilityInformation Invoking Bios SetupMain Post Security Setting a Password Changing a Password Removing a PasswordBoot Exit Bios Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement Before You Begin General InformationLCM module disassembly flow chart Disassembly Procedure FlowchardMain unit disassembly flow chart Removing the Battery Pack Removing the HDD and RAM Remove the Battery Remove keyboard Remove FFC of main board and sub board Page Type M2.5*34.5D*0.8T M2*34.5D*0.8T Remove Panel Disassembling the HDD Module Disassembling the External ModuleTroubleshooting External Diskette Drive Check System Check ProceduresExternal CD-ROM Drive Check Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckCheck the Power Adapter Power System CheckCheck the Battery Pack Memory checkTouchpad Check Power-On Self-Test Post Error Message Error Message List Index of Error MessagesError Code List Cmos CRT InsydeH2O Bios Beep Codes Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Post Routine Description LCD-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageIndicator-Related Symptoms Power-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsSpeaker-Related Symptoms Power Management-Related SymptomsSymptom / Error Action in Sequence Modem-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems Top View Jumper and Connector LocationsBottom View FRU Field Replaceable Unit List TravelMate 8371/8331 Exploded Diagram Chapter Chapter Adapter AccessoryTravelMate 8371/8331 FRU List Sanyo 6 Cell 5200MAH Main Common W/ Halogen Free BatteryBoard Cable Camera CASE/COVER/BRACKET Assembly LCD Cover HDD/SSD Heatsink LCD Microphone Screw