ACER ASPIRE 5000 User Manual

Aspire 3000/5000 Series  
User's Guide  
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First things first  
We would like to thank you for making the Aspire series of notebook  
computers your choice for your mobile computing needs.  
Your guides  
To help you use your Aspire, we have designed a set of guides:  
First off, the Just for starters... poster helps you get started with  
setting up your computer.  
The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and  
functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer  
can help you to be more productive, please refer to the  
AcerSystem User's Guide. This guide contains detailed  
information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery,  
expansion options, and troubleshooting. In addition it contains  
warranty information and the general regulations and safety  
notices for your notebook. It is available in Portable Document  
Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. Follow  
these steps to access it:  
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Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem.  
Click on AcerSystem User's Guide.  
Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. If Adobe  
Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, clicking on  
AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup  
program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete  
the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat  
Reader, access the Help and Support menu.  
Basic care and tips for using your computer  
Turning your computer on and off  
To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the  
LCD screen beside the launch keys. See "Front view" on page 1 for the location  
of the power button.  
To turn the power off, do any of the following:  
Use the Windows shutdown command  
Click on Start, Turn Off Computer; then click on Turn Off.  
Use the power button  
       
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Note: You can also use the power button to perform power  
management functions. See "Moving around" on page 43 of the  
AcerSystem User's Guide.  
Use the customized functions for power management  
You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by  
pressing the sleep hot key <Fn> + <F4>. See "Moving around" on page 43  
of the AcerSystem User's Guide.  
Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and  
hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down  
the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on  
again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.  
Taking care of your computer  
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.  
Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources  
of heat, such as a radiator.  
Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF) or above  
50 ºC (122 ºF).  
Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.  
Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.  
Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.  
Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.  
Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.  
Never place objects on top of the computer.  
Do not slam the computer display when you close it.  
Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.  
Taking care of your AC adaptor  
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adaptor:  
Do not connect the adaptor to any other device.  
Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.  
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.  
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull  
on the plug.  
The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed  
the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the  
total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet  
should not exceed the fuse rating.  
   
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Taking care of your battery pack  
Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:  
Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off  
before removing or replacing batteries.  
Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children.  
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at  
all possible.  
Cleaning and servicing  
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:  
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Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.  
Disconnect the AC adaptor.  
Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.  
If either of the following occurs:  
the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.  
the computer does not operate normally.  
Caution  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could  
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications  
Commission, to operate this computer.  
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.  
Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option  
devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device.  
An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference  
to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void  
the FCC certification and your warranty.  
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to  
be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing.  
For more information about our products, services, and support information,  
please visit our website: http://global.acer.com.  
   
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An Aspire tour  
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let  
us show you around your new Aspire computer.  
Front view  
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Item  
Description  
Display screen  
Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer  
output.  
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Microphone  
Keyboard  
Palmrest  
Internal microphone for sound recording.  
For entering data into your computer.  
Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the  
computer.  
     
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Item  
Description  
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Click buttons  
The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse  
(Left, center and buttons; the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button.  
right)  
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7
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Touchpad  
Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer  
mouse.  
Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the  
status of the computer’s functions and components.  
Launch keys  
Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See “Launch  
keys” on page 14 for more details.  
Power button  
Turns the computer on and off.  
Closed front view  
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Item  
Description  
Speakers  
Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio  
output.  
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3
Power indicator  
Battery indicator  
Lights up when the computer is on.  
Lights up when the battery is being charged.  
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Bluetooth communication  
button/indicator (for  
selected models)  
Press to enable/disable the Bluetooth  
function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth  
communication (optional).  
Wireless communication  
button/indicator  
Press to enable/disable the wireless function.  
Indicates the status of wireless LAN  
communication (optional).  
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Line-in jack  
Mic-in jack  
Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD  
player, stereo walkman).  
Accepts inputs from external microphones.  
 
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Item  
Description  
Speaker/Line-Out/  
Headphone jack  
Connects to audio line-out devices  
(e.g., speakers, headphones).  
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USB 2.0 port  
Connects to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0  
devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).  
Left view  
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Item  
Description  
Optical drive  
Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending  
on the optical drive type.  
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3
LED indicator  
Lights up when the optical drive is active.  
Emergency eject hole  
Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is  
turned off  
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Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.  
Right view  
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Item  
Description  
PC Card slot  
eject button  
Ejects the PC Card from the slot.  
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PC Card slot  
Accepts one Type II CardBus PC Card.  
   
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Item  
Description  
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Two USB 2.0  
ports  
Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices  
(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).  
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Network jack  
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100 based network.  
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Modem jack  
Connects to a phone line.  
Ventilation slots  
Enable the computer to stay cool, even after  
prolonged use.  
Rear view  
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Item  
Description  
Power jack  
Connects to an AC adaptor.  
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External display port  
Security keylock  
Connects to a display device (e.g., external  
monitor, LCD projector).  
Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer  
security lock.  
 
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Base view  
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Item  
Description  
Hard disk bay  
Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw).  
Releases the battery for removal.  
Battery release  
latch  
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Battery bay  
Battery lock  
Cooling fan  
Houses the computer's battery pack.  
Locks the battery in place.  
Helps keep the computer cool.  
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.  
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Memory  
compartment  
Houses the computer's main memory.  
 
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Specifications  
Operating system  
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Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2)  
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Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2)  
Platform  
Mobile AMD Turion 64 processor ML-28/ML-30 or higher  
Mobile AMD Sempron processor 2600+ to 3000+ or higher  
System memory  
256 or 512 MB of DDR333 memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using  
two soDIMM modules  
Display and  
graphics  
15" XGA color TFT LCD with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution  
15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution  
15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD with 1280 x 800 pixel  
resolution  
16.7 million colors  
SiS M760GX integrated 3D graphics, with up to 128 MB of video  
memory  
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supporting Microsoft DirectX 8.0  
Dual independent display support  
MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability  
Storage  
subsystem  
40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive  
Optical drive options:  
DVD-Dual  
DVD/CD-RW combo  
364 (W) x 279 (D) x 33.9/38.9 (H) mm  
(14.3 x 11 x 1.3/1.5 inches)  
Dimensions and  
weight  
2.76 kg (6.08 lbs.) for 15" XGA LCD model  
2.8 kg (6.17 lbs.) for 15.4" WXGA LCD model  
Power subsystem  
Input devices  
ACPI 1.0b power management standard: supports standby and  
hibernation power-saving modes  
29 W Li-ion battery pack  
2.5-hour rapid charge, 3.5-hour charge-in-use  
3-pin 65 W AC adaptor  
88-/89-key keyboard  
inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel  
Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button  
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12 function keys; four cursor keys; two Windows keys; hotkey  
controls; embedded numeric keypad; international language sup-  
port  
Four easy-launch buttons: Internet browser, email with LED,  
Empowering Key, and one user-programmable button  
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Two front-panel buttons: wireless LED-button and Bluetooth  
LED-button  
Audio  
Audio system with two built-in speakers  
Sound Blaster Pro and MS-Sound compatible  
Built-in microphone  
 
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Communication  
Modem: 56K ITU V.92 modem with PTT approval; Wake-on-Ring  
ready  
LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready  
Wireless LAN (optional): integrated miniPCI 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTI-  
FIED solution  
Acer SignalUp wireless technology support  
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Wireless PAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth  
I/O interface  
Three USB 2.0 ports  
Ethernet (RJ-45) port  
Modem (RJ-11) port  
External display (VGA) port  
Microphone/line-in jack  
Headphones/speaker/line-out port  
Type II PC Card slot  
DC-in jack for AC adaptor  
Security  
Kensington lock slot  
BIOS user and supervisor passwords  
Software  
Acer Launch Manager  
Acer eManager (eSetting/ePresentation/eRecovery)  
Acer Arcade  
Acer GridVista (for selected model only)  
Acer System Recovery CD  
Norton AntiVirus  
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Adobe Reader  
NTI CD-Maker  
Options and  
accessories  
256 or 512 MB and 1 GB soDIMM memory  
Li-ion battery pack  
65 W AC adaptor  
System  
compliance  
Mobile PC 2001  
ACPI 1.0b  
DMI 2.0  
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Wi-Fi  
Warranty  
One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW)  
Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The  
exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.  
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Indicators  
The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above  
the keyboard, and four on the front panel.  
The power, battery, and wireless communication status indicators are visible  
even when the LCD display is closed.  
Icon  
Function  
Description  
Caps Lock  
Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.  
Num Lock  
Lights up when Num Lock is activated.  
Media activity  
Bluetooth  
Indicates when the hard disk or optical  
drive is active.  
Indicates the status of Bluetooth  
communication.  
Wireless LAN  
Power  
Indicates the status of wireless LAN  
communication.  
Lights up when the computer is on.  
Battery  
Lights up when the battery is being  
charged.  
1. Charging: the light shows amber when the battery is charging.  
2. Fully charged: light shows green when in AC mode.  
 
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Launch keys  
Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four buttons.  
These buttons are called launch keys. They are: mail, Web browser, Acer  
Empowering Key "  
," and one user-programmable button.  
Press " " to run the Acer eManager. Please see "Acer eManager" on page 19.  
The mail and Web buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can  
be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys, run the  
Acer Launch Manager. See "Launch Manager" on page 22.  
Launch key  
Default application  
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User-programmable  
Acer eManager (user-programmable)  
Web browser  
Mail  
Internet browser (user-programmable)  
Email application (user-programmable)  
   
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Touchpad  
The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface.  
This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of  
the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort  
and support.  
Touchpad basics  
The following items show you how to use the touchpad:  
Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.  
Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to  
perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar  
to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the  
same as clicking the left button.  
Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left  
or right a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the  
right scroll bar of Windows applications.  
   
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Right  
button (4)  
Center  
button (3)  
Function Left button (1)  
Main touchpad (2)  
Execute  
Quickly click  
twice.  
Tap twice (at the same  
speed as double-clicking  
a mouse button).  
Select  
Drag  
Click once.  
Tap once.  
Click and hold,  
then use  
finger on the  
touchpad to  
drag the  
Tap twice (at the same  
speed as double-clicking  
a mouse button); rest  
your finger on the  
touchpad on the second  
tap and drag the cursor.  
cursor.  
Access  
context  
menu  
Click once.  
Scroll  
Click and  
hold to move  
up/down/  
left/right.  
Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad.  
Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to  
finger movement, hence, the lighter the touch, the better the  
response. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's  
responsiveness.  
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Using the keyboard  
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor  
keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys.  
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad  
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.  
Lock key  
Description  
Caps Lock  
When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are  
in uppercase.  
Num Lock <Fn> When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric  
+ <F11>  
mode. The keys function as a calculator (complete with the  
arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you  
need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution  
would be to connect an external keypad.  
Scroll Lock  
<Fn> + <F12>  
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down  
when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll  
Lock does not work with some applications.  
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is  
indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps.  
   
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To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on  
the keys.  
Desired access  
Num Lock on  
Num Lock off  
Number keys on  
embedded keypad  
Type numbers in a normal  
manner.  
Cursor-control keys on Hold <Shift> while using  
Hold <Fn> while using  
cursor-control keys.  
embedded keypad  
cursor-control keys.  
Main keyboard keys  
Hold <Fn> while typing  
Type the letters in a  
letters on embedded keypad. normal manner.  
Windows keys  
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.  
Key  
Description  
Windows  
key  
Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on  
the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It  
can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of  
functions:  
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> + <Tab> Activates the next Taskbar button.  
> + <E> Opens the My Computer window.  
> + <F1> Opens Help and Support.  
> + <F>  
Opens the Find: All Files dialog box.  
> + <R> Opens the Run dialog box.  
> + <M> Minimizes all windows.  
<Shift> + <  
(< > + <M>) action  
Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse  
key button; it opens the application's context menu.  
> + <M> Undoes the minimize all windows  
Hot keys  
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the  
computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.  
     
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To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key  
in the hot key combination.  
Hot key Icon  
Function  
Description  
<Fn> +  
<F1>  
Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.  
<Fn> +  
<F2>  
Acer eSetting Launches Acer eSetting in Acer eManager. See  
<Fn> +  
<F3>  
Acer Power  
Management  
Launches Power Management options.  
Puts the computer in Sleep mode.  
<Fn> +  
<F4>  
Sleep  
<Fn> +  
<F5>  
Display  
toggle  
Switches display output between the display  
screen, external monitor (if connected) and  
both.  
<Fn> +  
<F6>  
Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save  
power. Press any key to return.  
<Fn> +  
<F7>  
Touchpad  
toggle  
Turns the internal touchpad on and off.  
Turns the speakers on and off.  
Increases the sound volume.  
<Fn> +  
<F8>  
Speaker  
toggle  
<Fn> +  
Volume up  
<↑>  
<Fn> +  
<↓>  
Volume down Decreases the sound volume.  
Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.  
<Fn> +  
<→>  
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Hot key Icon  
<Fn> +  
Function  
Description  
Brightness  
down  
Decreases the screen brightness.  
<
←>  
Special keys  
You can locate the Euro symbol at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of  
your keyboard. To type:  
The Euro symbol  
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Open a text editor or word processor.  
Either directly press the <Euro> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard,  
or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the  
keyboard.  
Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.  
more information.  
The US dollar sign  
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Open a text editor or word processor.  
Either directly press the <Dollar> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard,  
or hold <Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the  
keyboard.  
Note: This function varies according to the language settings.  
 
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Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD)  
drive tray  
To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive  
eject button.  
When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray by using the emergency  
eject hole.  
Using a computer security lock  
A security keylock notch, located on the left hand side of the computer, lets you  
connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.  
Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a  
table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the  
key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available.  
   
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Audio  
The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual  
stereo speakers.  
Adjusting the volume  
Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See  
"Hot keys" on page 14 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.  
   
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Using the system utilities  
Acer eManager  
The innovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to  
frequently used functions. Press "  
," to launch the Acer eManager user  
interface, featuring three main settings: Acer eSettings, Acer ePresentation and  
Acer eRecovery .  
To set the "  
Acer ePresentation  
simplifies resolution settings when connecting to a projector.  
Acer eRecovery  
creates backups and recovers system configurations reliably.  
Acer eSettings  
makes managing system settings and security easy.  
For more information, open Acer eManager, click on the  
appropriate application and select the Help function.  
     
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Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)  
Note: This feature is only available on certain models.  
To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook, first ensure 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, Apply 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 (Major at left), Triple (Major at right), or Quad  
Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be  
partitioned independently.  
Acer GridVista is simple to set up:  
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Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each  
display from the taskbar.  
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Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.  
 
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Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.  
Note: Please ensure the resolution setting of your second monitor  
is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.  
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Launch Manager  
Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the  
keyboard. "Launch keys" on page 10 for the location of the  
launch keys.  
You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then  
Launch Manager to start the application.  
   
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Frequently asked questions  
The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of  
your computer. Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one.  
I pressed the power button and opened the display, but the  
computer does not start or boot-up.  
Look at the power indicator:  
If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to the computer. Check the  
following:  
If you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power  
the computer. Connect the AC adaptor to recharge the battery pack.  
Make sure that the AC adaptor is properly plugged into the computer  
and to the power outlet.  
If it is lit, check the following:  
Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in the external USB floppy drive?  
Remove or replace it with a system disk and press <Ctrl> + <Alt> +  
<Del> to restart the system.  
Nothing appears on the screen.  
The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to  
save power. Press any key to turn the display back on.  
If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, three things might be the  
cause:  
The brightness level might be too low. Press <Fn> + <> (increase) to  
adjust the brightness level.  
The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display  
toggle hot key <Fn> + <F5> to toggle the display back to the computer.  
If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in Sleep mode. Press and release  
the power button to resume.  
Image is not full-screen.  
Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the  
screen. If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution, the screen  
expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and  
select Properties to bring up the "Display Properties" dialog box. Then click on  
the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate  
resolution. Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full-screen  
on the computer or on an external monitor.  
   
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No audio is heard from the computer.  
Check the following:  
The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control  
(speaker) icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and  
deselect the Mute option.  
The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control  
icon on the taskbar. You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust  
the volume. See "Hot keys" on page 14 for more detail.  
If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-  
out port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off.  
I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the  
power. I cannot eject the optical drive tray.  
There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. Simply insert the tip of a  
pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray.  
The keyboard does not respond.  
Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB 2.0 port on the computer. If it  
works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal  
keyboard cable may be loose.  
The infrared port does not work.  
Check the following:  
Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other  
(+/- 15 degrees) a maximum of 1 meter apart.  
Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Nothing  
should be blocking the ports.  
Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices (for  
file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an  
infrared printer).  
During the POST, press <F2> to access the BIOS utility and verify that the  
infrared port is enabled.  
Make sure both devices are IrDA-compliant.  
The printer does not work.  
Check the following:  
Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is  
turned on.  
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Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer's  
parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer.  
I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.  
To properly use your communication software (e.g. HyperTerminal), you need  
to set up your location:  
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Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel.  
Double-click on Modems.  
Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location.  
Refer to the Windows manual.  
Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can  
skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to  
complete the installation of your Operating System. After the  
Operating System is setup, you can proceed with the Internet  
Connection setup.  
I want to restore my computer to its original settings without  
recovery CDs.  
Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating  
system and language you choose when you first turn on the  
system will be the only option for future recovery operations.  
This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software  
content that is installed when you purchase your notebook. Follow the steps  
below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data  
will be erased.) It is important to back up all data files before you use this  
option.  
Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings.  
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Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.  
Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.  
Exit the BIOS setup utility and save changes. The system  
will reboot.  
Note: To activate the BIOS setup utility, press <F2> during POST.  
Restart the system.  
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While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to  
enter the recovery process.  
Refer to the on-screen instructions to perform system recovery.  
Important: This feature occupies 2 to 3 GB in a hidden partition on  
your hard drive.  
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Requesting service  
International Travelers Warranty (ITW)  
Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that  
gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network  
of service centers are there to give you a helping hand.  
An ITW passport comes with your computer. This passport contains all you need  
to know about the ITW program. A list of available, authorized service centers is  
in this handy booklet. Read this passport thoroughly.  
Always have your ITW passport on hand, especially when you travel, to receive  
the benefits from our support centers. Place your proof-of-purchase in the flap  
located inside the front cover of the ITW passport.  
If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service  
site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide. Please consult  
Before you call  
Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online  
service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we  
can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems  
efficiently.  
If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer, write them  
down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in the case of  
beeps).  
You are required to provide the following information:  
Name: _____________________________________________  
Address: ___________________________________________  
Telephone number: _________________________________  
Machine and model type: ____________________________  
Serial number: ______________________________________  
Date of purchase: ___________________________________  
     
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