eMachines E510 Series manual

eMachines E510 Series User's Guide[...]

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iii Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instruct ions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liq uid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Us[...]

iv operation of the product a nd to protect i t from overhe ating. The se openings m ust not be bloc ked or cove red. The ope nings shoul d never be blocked by placing th e product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface . This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless prop er[...]

v • Use the product only with the su pplied power supply cord set. If you need to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE app roved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Product servicing Do [...]

vi Use the battery only for its intended pur pose. Never use any charger or battery that is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic ob ject such as a coin, clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals o f the battery. (These look like metal strips on the[...]

vii • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning , do not connect the telephone line to this equipm ent during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding or changing com pon ents. Consult your reseller for purchase optio ns. Additional safety information Your device and its e[...]

viii recommendations of Wireless Technolo gy Research. Persons with pacemakers should do the following: • Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the pacemaker • Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o. If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it . Hearing aids. Some [...]

ix Emergency calls Warning: You cannot make emergency calls through this devic e. To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobi le phone or other telephone call system. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize po llution and e nsure utmost pr otection of the glo bal envir[...]

x • coldness or weakness If you have these sympto ms, or any ot her recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, co nsult a physician immediately and inform your company's heal th and safety department. The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use. Finding your comfort zone Find your comfor[...]

xi • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as a piece of cardb oard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewin g angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open wi ndows, for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits Develop the followin[...]

xii Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC R ules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This d evice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must ac cept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The foll[...]

xiii We , Acer Computer (S hanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huang pu District, Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-30 89 Fax: 886-2-869 1-3000 E-mail: easy_l ai@acer.com.t w Hereby declare that: Is compliant with the ess ential requirements a nd other relevant p rovisions of the foll owing EC directives, and[...]

xiv First things first We would like to thank you for making an eMachines notebook your choice for meeting your mobile comp uting needs. Your guides To help you u se your eMachi nes notebook, we ha ve designed a set of guides: Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer, simply press and rele[...]

xv To turn the power off, do any of th e followin g: • In Windows, click on Start then click on Shut Down . • In Linpus™ Linux ® , click on K Menu , choose Log Out , then click Turn Off Computer . • Use the power button • You can also put the comp uter in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4> . Note: If you cann[...]

xvi Taking care of yo ur 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 accordin g to local regulations. Recycle if poss[...]

Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information vii Operating environment vii Medical devices vii Vehicles viii Potentially explosive environments viii Emergency calls ix Disposal instructions ix Tips and information for comfortable use ix Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity x[...]

Network configuration 14 Setting up wireless network 14 Using K3b 14 Burning da ta on CD 14 Language settings 15 Frequently asked questions 17 Battery pack 20 Battery pack characteristics 20 Maximizing the battery's life 20 Installing and removi ng the battery pack 21 Charging the battery 22 Checking the battery level 22 Optimising battery lif[...]

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 31 Installi ng memor y 31 BIOS utility 32 Boot sequence 32 Enable disk-to-disk recovery (only for certain models) 32 Password 32 Playing DVD movies (onl y for certain models) 33 Troubleshooting 34 Troubleshooting ti ps 34 Error messages 34 Regulations and safety notices 35 FCC notice 35 Modem notices 36 Laser compliance s[...]

1 English Your eMachines notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... po ster, let us show you around your new eMachine s notebook. Top view # ICON Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microp hone for sound recording. 1 3 4 6 7 8 11 9 11 2 5 10 12[...]

2 English 1. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up. 2 Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication. (for selected models) 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Cr ystal Display (LCD), displays comp uter output. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Wireless communication button/indic ator E[...]

3 English Closed front view Left view # Icon Item Description 1 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 2 Headphones/speaker/ line-out jack Connects to audio line-o ut devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 3 Latch Locks and releases the lid. # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington l ock slot Connects to a Ke nsington- compatible co[...]

4 English Right view Rear view # Icon Item Description 1 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs 3 Optical disk access i ndica tor Lights up when the optical drive is active. 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. 5E m e r g e n [...]

5 English Base view # Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4M e m o r y compartment Houses the computer's main mem ory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secu red with screws). 6 Ve[...]

6 English Specifications Operating system • Linpus ™ Linux ® co nsole/X-Windows v ersion* • Genuine Wind ows Vista* Platform • Intel ® Celeron ® processor • Mobile Intel ® GL960 Express Chipset • IEEE 802.11b/g System memory Dual Channel DDR2 SDRA M support Up to 1 GB of DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two s oDIMM mod[...]

7 English Note: "*" only for certain models Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configu ration of you r PC depends on the model purchased. I/O interface • Three USB 2.0 ports • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-o ut jack • Microphone-in jac k • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-[...]

8 English Touchpad The built-in seamless touchpad is a pointi ng device tha t senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move you r 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 tou chpad: ?[...]

9 English Note: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping harder w ill not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Tap twice (at the[...]

10 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and a n embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, functi on and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. The embedded numeric k eypad functions like a desktop n umeric keypad. It is indicated by [...]

11 English Windows keys (only for c ertain models) The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking o n the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a varie ty of functions: < > : Open o[...]

12 English Hotkeys (only for certain models) The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access m ost of the computer's controls like screen br ightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combinatio n. Hotkey Icon Function Description <Fn> + <F1[...]

13 English Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and th e US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of yo ur keyboard. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-ri ght of the keyboard, or hold < Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard [...]

14 English Using your Linpus ™ Linux ® (only for certain models) Network configuration This guide will help you configure your LAN and wireless network settings to enable you to connect to the Internet. Setting up wireless network 1 Click the WIRELESS icon on your system tray. 2 Click WIRELESS LIST to show the list of available wireless access p[...]

15 English 8 Choo se DISCA RD. Note: To create an audio CD , choose NEW AUDIO CD PROJE CT and follow the same steps in Burning data on CD. Language settings To change the language setup of your computer, follow these steps: 1 Log out of your current session. 2 Choose END CURR ENT SESSION . 3O n t h e WELCOME page, click on LANGUAG E at the bottom l[...]

16 English 5 Enter your username and password. 6 You can choose to set the language as your default language, or just for the current session.[...]

17 English Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each o ne. I turned on the power, 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 fo[...]

18 English • If headphones, earphones o r external speakers are connected to the line - out port on the computer, the internal sp eakers automatically turn off. I want to eject the optical drive t ray without turning on the power. There is a mechanical eject hole on the o ptical drive. Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and[...]

19 English To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the eMachines logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instruct ions to perform system recovery. Important! This feature o ccupies 10 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk. I want to resto re m[...]

20 English English Battery pack The computer uses a batt ery pack th at gives you long use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapte[...]

21 English Follow these steps ag ain until the ba ttery has been charge d and discharged three times. Use this conditioning process fo r all new batteries, or if a b attery hasn't been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit. Warning: Do not expose [...]

22 English English To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery releas e latch to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter in to the computer, and connect to a mains power outlet. You can contin ue[...]

23 English Battery-lo w warning When using batter y power pay attention to the power meter. Warning: Connect the AC adapte r as soon as possible after the battery-low warning app ears. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer sh uts down. When the battery-low warning appe ars, the recommended course of action dep e[...]

24 English Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hin ts to consider when moving around or traveling with your comp uter. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories : 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Sh[...]

25 English Note: If the Sleep indicator is of f, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned of f. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on, the compu ter has entered Sleep mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn the computer back on. Note that the co mputer may enter Hibernation mode after bei[...]

26 English Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect yo ur computer while traveling to and from work: • Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping th e computer with you. • If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry th e computer with you, leave the co mputer in the trunk of the car to a void[...]

27 English Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the co mputer home, follow these guidelines to protect your comp uter while traveling: • Always take the computer as carry-on luggage. • If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. A irport security X-ray machines are safe, but do not put th e computer throug h a m[...]

28 English Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your compu ter. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kens ington- com patible security slot for a [...]

29 English Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when yo u press < F2 > to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password an d press < Enter > to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the pas[...]

30 English Expanding through options Your notebo ok PC offers you a complete mo bile computi ng experien ce. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral de vices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instru ctions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. Built-in network[...]

31 English Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allo ws you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to [...]

32 English BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer 's BIOS. Your compu ter is alrea dy properly c onfigured a nd optimize d, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS utility, press < F2 > durin[...]

33 English Playing DVD movies (only for certain models) When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can p lay DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD disk. Important! Whe n you launch the DVD pl ayer for the first time, the program asks you to enter the re gion code. DVD disks ar e divided into 6 regions. Once your DVD[...]

34 English English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a pro blem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require openin g up the computer. Do not atte mpt to open the computer yourself; co ntact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshoo[...]

35 English Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and fo und 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. This device generates, uses , and can radiate [...]

36 English English and (2) this device must accept any interference received, inclu ding interference that may cause undesired ope ration. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Ca nadian ICES-003. Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-[...]

37 English Your telephone company may make ch anges in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could a ffect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in ad vance to give you an opportunity to maintain unin terru pted te lephone service . If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnec[...]

38 English English Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equ ipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates n o endorsement o f the product b y Telecom, nor do es it provide any sort of warranty . Above all, it provides [...]

39 English Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser p roduct. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sho wn below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WH EN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PROD UIT LASERATTENTION: RAD IATION D[...]

40 English English Radio device regulatory notice Note : Below regulatory information is for mo dels with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth o nly. General This product complies with the radio fre quency and safety standards of any country or region in which it h as been approved for wireless use. De pending on configura tions, this pr oduct may or may [...]

41 English List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germ any, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxemb ourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovak Rep ublic, Slovenia, Cyprus and Malta. Usage allowed in t[...]

42 English English 2 This device is restricted to indoor us e due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this prod uct to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduc e the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mo bile Satellite systems. 3 High power radar are allocated as primary user[...]

43 English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewi ng distance 500 mm Design inclination angle 0.0° Design azimuth angle 90.0° Viewing direction range class Class IV Screen tilt angle 85.0° Design screen illuminance • Illuminance level: [250 + (250cos α )] lx where α = 85° • Color: Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel (positiv[...]

44 English Index A AC adapter caring for xv audio troublesh ooting 17 B battery pack battery-low warning 23 caring for xvi characteristics 20 charging 22 checking charge level 22 installing 21 low conditions 23 maximizing life 20 optimizing 22 removing 22 using the first time 20 BIOS utility 32 brightness hotkeys 12 C caps lock 10 on indicator 2 ca[...]

45 English N network 30 num lock 10 on indicator 2 numeric keypad embedded 10 P password 28 types 28 ports 30 printer troublesh ooting 18 problems 17 CD-ROM 18 display 17 keyboard 18 printer 18 startup 17 troublesh ooting 34 S safety CD or DVD 39 modem notices 36 scroll lock 10 security keylock 28 passwords 28 speakers hotkey 12 troubleshooting 17 [...]