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Chapter 1
Using the System Utilities
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
select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the
display box and then click the check box Extend my windows 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.
Note:
Start Control Panel Display
Settings
(2)
Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor
Apply
OK
Start All Programs
Acer GridVista
Summary of Contents for Aspire 8530 Series
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Page 14: ...4 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram For Aspire 8730 8730Z Series ...
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Page 77: ...Chapter 3 67 2 Remove the two captive screws securing the hard disk drive cover ...
Page 100: ...90 Chapter 3 19 Disconnect the Media console cable from LEDB1 on the main board ...
Page 118: ...108 Chapter 3 21 Remove the USB board module from the lower case ...
Page 124: ...114 Chapter 3 13 Detach any adhesive tapes and any cable that is glued to the LCD panel ...
Page 125: ...Chapter 3 115 14 Disconnect the FPC cable from the LCD panel ...
Page 142: ...132 Chapter 4 F5h Boot to Mini DOS F6h Clear Huge Segment F7h Boot to Full DOS Code Beeps ...
Page 149: ...Chapter 5 139 Motherboard Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter 5 ...
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Page 156: ...146 Chapter 6 Aspire 8730 8730Z 8530 Series Exploded Diagram ...
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