same happens to me... i have
Operating System
 
Genuine Windows 7 Professional
 
Intel Centrino Processor Technology
 
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo processor 
Mobile Intel GM45 Express chipset 
Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection 
Processsor
 
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo Processor T6400 
or
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo Processor T5800 (2MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB) 
or
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo Processor P7350 (3MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 1066MHz FSB) 
Chipset
 
Mobile Intel GM45 Express 
Memory
 
Up to 4GB (2/2) DDR2 667 SDRAM 
User upgradeable up to 4GB (one 2GB memory card in each slot)* 
*If upgrading after initial purchase, one or more of the memory cards provided with the system may have to be replaced with optional larger memory cards in order to achieve the maximum capacity. 
Storage
 
Up to 320GB* SATA hard drive 
Integrated variable-speed Super-Multi drive: 
-Read – 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM 
-Write – 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM 
or
Integrated Blu-ray Discâ„¢ drive 
5-in-1 card reader for optional MultiMediaCardâ„¢, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PROâ„¢ or xD-Picture Cardâ„¢ 
Optional external USB 1.44MB* floppy drive 
*When referring to storage capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes and MB stands for one million bytes. Some utilities may indicate varying storage capacities. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments. 
Video
 
Acer CineCrystal 16.0″ WXGA (1366 x 768) TFT LCD 
Up to 16.7 million colors 
Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD 
or
Discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GS graphics 
Microsoft DirectX 10.0 support 
MPEG-2 DVD, WMV9/VC-1 (Windows Media Video 9, VC-1 standard) and H.264/AVC decoding 
VGA port and HDMIâ„¢ (High-Definition Multimedia Interfaceâ„¢) port with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support 
Support for simultaneous display on notebook LCD and external monitor 
Audio
 
Acer PureZone technology with two integrated stereo microphones featuring beam-forming, echo-cancellation and noise-suppression technologies 
Second-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement 
Two integrated stereo speakers 
One Acer Tuba CineBass booster supporting low-frequency effects 
Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support, microphone and line-in ports 
Microsoft DirectSound compatibility 
Interface Ports
 
DC-in 
RJ-11 modem 
RJ-45 LAN 
VGA 
HDMIâ„¢ (High-Definition Multimedia Interfaceâ„¢) with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support (select models only) 
Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support 
Microphone 
Line-in 
CIR (consumer infrared) 
Three USB 2.0 
Card Slots
 
ExpressCardâ„¢/54 slot 
5-in-1 card reader for optional MultiMediaCardâ„¢, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PROâ„¢ or xD-Picture Cardâ„¢ 
Communications
 
Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection supporting 802.11a/b/g/Draft N wireless LAN, Acer SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency 
Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (enhanced data rate) wireless PAN (select models only) 
Gigabit LAN, Wake-on-LAN ready 
V.92 56Kbps* data/fax modem, PTT (postal, telegraph, telephone) certified in select countries, Wake-on-Ring ready 
Acer Video Conference with integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting Acer PrimaLite technology, which consists of a premium sensor, firmware and lenses to provide superior video performance under low-light conditions 
*Download speeds are limited to 53Kbps. Actual speeds may vary depending on line conditions. Uploads travel at speeds up to 33.6Kbps. Requires compatible digital sources. 
Included Software
 
Acer Empowering Technology (eAudio, eRecovery, ePower, eSettings Management) 
Acer GameZone
Acer GridVista
Acer InstantOn Arcade
Acer Launch Manager 
Adobe Acrobat Reader 
CyberLink PowerDirectorâ„¢* 
McAfee Internet Security Suite *
NTI Media Makerâ„¢* 
*OEM, not full-featured, version. 
User Interface
 
105-key keyboard, inverted T cursor layout, embedded numeric keypad, hotkey controls, 2.5mm minimum key travel, international language support 
12 function, four cursor, two Microsoft Windows keys; independent US dollar and Euro sign keys 
Empowering key 
Bluetooth (select models only), Acer InstantOn Arcade, Web browser, WLAN easy-launch buttons 
Volume control 
Play/pause, stop, previous, next media control 
Touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button 
Dimensions & Weight
 
15.2″ (385.0mm) W x 10.9″ (277.5mm) D x 1.6″ – 1.7†(41.0mm – 43.9mm) H 
7.5 lb. (3.4kg) 
Size and weight may vary depending on configuration 
Power
 
65-watt AC adapter 
Six-cell lithium ion battery: up to 2.5 hours life depending on configuration and usage (may be reduced if Windows Vista Aero is enabled) 
Compliance
 
Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDâ„¢ 
Energy Star 
Security Features
 
User, administrator and hard drive BIOS passwords 
Kensington lock slot
 
Limited Warranty*
 
One-year parts and labor limited warranty* with concurrent International Traveler’s Warranty** 
*For a free copy of the standard limited warranty end-users should see a reseller where Acer products are sold or write to Acer America Corporation, Warranty Department, P.O. Box 6137, Temple, TX 76503. TFT displays commonly exhibit a small number of discolored dots, so-called “nonconforming pixels.†This phenomenon is a limitation of TFT LCD technology, not a product defect and, as such, is not covered by the limited warranty or by the upgrade programs. 
**Valid only in countries where Acer has an authorized repair facility. For a list of those countries go to 
http://global.acer.com/support/itw.htm. or call 800-816-2237. Services and response times may vary in countries outside the U.S. and Canada. 
Specifications are subject to change without notice.