Aspire Series User's Guide
Copyright© 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
iii Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Warnings • • • • • Do not use this product near water. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table.
• circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating. This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details. Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature.
v Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children. Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries.
Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury. Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders.
vii Eyes • • • Rest your eyes frequently. Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out. Display Keep your display clean. • • • • • • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display. Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.
Safety instructions Disposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable use System tour Front panel Rear panel System features Performance Multimedia Connectivity System peripherals Input devices Output devices Setting up your computer Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Opening the package Connecting peripherals Starting your computer Shutting down your computer System upgrade Opening the computer Setting up new components Troubleshooting Taking care of your computer Important ti
Modem notices Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union (EU) The FCC RF safety requirement Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
1 English System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Icon Description Power button Floppy drive (selected models only) Microphone jack Optical drive (selected models only) Speaker or headphone jack Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon Description PS/2 keyboard connector PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Serial port (selected models only) Printer connector USB port M
English 2 System tour System features Performance • Intel® mainstream high-performance processor • Expandable system memory • Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (selected models only) • Multimedia card reader (selected models only) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (configuration may vary by selected models) • High-capacity PATA / SATA HDD (configuration may vary by selected models) • Supports USB 2.
3 The Aspire series computer consists of the system itself and system peripherals, like input and output devices (mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard with pointing function, remote control or speakers depending on model). This section provides a brief description of basic system peripherals.
English 4 Setting up your computer Setting up your computer The Aspire series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The computer uses a state-of-the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. Your Aspire series has standard I/O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.
5 Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet.
English 6 Setting up your computer System upgrade You can expand your Aspire series system quickly and easily by adding components. You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from the outlet. • Remove the screws on the chassis. • Slide the panel off. Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with Aspire series computers.
7 The following are possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer, and each is followed by simple answers and solutions. Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. If the LED is not lit, no power is being applied to the system. Do any of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage.
English 8 Troubleshooting A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Look for the Volume icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off.
9 Please read the instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water onto or into the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.
English 10 Taking care of your computer To clean your pointing device To clean your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. 2 Take out the roller ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean your optical mouse For users of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure you keep your screen clean.
11 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
English 12 Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
13 If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor. Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.
English 14 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
15 The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.
English 16 General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices.
17 The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.
English 18 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
19 Name of manufacturer: Acer Inc. Address of manufacturer: 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd.
English 20 force to assure that production units of the same equipment will continue to comply with the requirements.
