Acer Extensa 500, Service Manual

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This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its
many features:
Performance
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Intel Pentium® processor with MMX™ technology
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512-KB, 64-bit main memory and external (L2) cache memory
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Large LCD display and PCI local bus video with 128-bit graphics
acceleration
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Internal CD-ROM drive
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Internal 3.5-inch floppy drive
❑ High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE removable hard disk
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Nickel metal-hydride battery pack
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Heuristic power management system with standby and hibernation
power saving modes
Multimedia
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ISA-based 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with 3-D sound and wavetable
synthesizer
❑ Built-in dual speakers
❑ “No power-on” audio CD playback
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Ultra-slim, high-speed CD-ROM drive
Connectivity
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High-speed fax/data modem port
❑ USB (Universal Serial Bus) port
Human-centric Design and Ergonomics
❑ Lightweight and slim
❑ Sleek, smooth and stylish design
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Full-sized keyboard
❑ Wide and curved palm rest
❑ Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device
Expansion
❑ CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slots (two type II/I or one type III),
upper sort with additional ZV (Zoomed Video) port support.
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Mini docking station option for one-step connection to/disconnection
System Introduction
Chapter 1