Acer Pro Series manual

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Model number: _________________ _________________ Serial number: _______ _________________________ ___ Date of purchase: __ _________________________ _____ Place of purchase: _____________________ ___________ © 2009 All Rights Reserved Aspire one Pro Series U ser Guide Original Issue: 03/ 2009 Aspire one Pro Series Notebook PC[...]

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 liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use[...]

iv Warnings • Do not use t his product near water. • Do not place this prod uct on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the pr oduct falls, it could be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provid ed fo r ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product a nd to protect i t from overhe ating. The se openings m ust not be bloc ked [...]

v Warning! Th e grounding p in is a safety fea ture. Usi ng a power outlet that is not pr operly grou nded may result in electric shock and/or injury. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise prod uced by other nearby electrical d evices that may interfere with the performance of this product. • The system can b[...]

vi pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thorou ghly with water and seek medical attention immediately. For safety reason s, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will not occu r at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F). The full perform[...]

vii conditions. Thes e devices may include, but are n ot limited to: wireless lan (WLAN ), Bluetooth and/or 3G . Remember to follow any special regulation s in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal op erating positions. This devi[...]

viii equipment in your v ehicle is mounted and ope rating properly . Do not store or carry flammable l iquids, gases , or explos ive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including installed or portabl[...]

ix Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protectio n of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regula tions, visit http://www.acer-group. com/public/Sustainability/ sustainab[...]

x inadequate working conditions, p erson al health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury. Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tu nnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other m usculoskeletal disorders. The follo wing symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back: • numbness, or a bur[...]

xi • Adjust the display brigh tness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections b y: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using d rapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • ch[...]

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xiii First things first We would like to thank you for mak ing an Acer notebook yo ur choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it is recommen ded that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from our trained r[...]

xiv expansion options and troub leshooting. In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety no tices for your notebook. It is available in Portable Documen t Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. Follow these steps to access it: 1 Click on Start , All Programs , AcerSystem . 2 Click on AcerSystem Use[...]

xv • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on to p of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Taking care of yo ur AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: [...]

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Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Operating environment vi Medical devices vii Vehicles vii Potentially explosive environments viii Emergency calls viii Disposal instructions ix Mercury advisory ix ENERGY STAR ix Tips and information for comfortable use ix First things first xiii Product Registration xiii How to Re[...]

Battery-low warning 16 Taking your notebook PC with you 17 Disconnecting from the desktop 17 Moving around 17 Preparing the computer 17 What to bring to meetings 18 Taking the computer hom e 18 Preparing the computer 18 What to take with you 18 Special considerations 19 Setting up a home office 19 Traveling with the computer 19 Preparing the comput[...]

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1 English Acer eRecovery Management Note: The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. Acer eRecovery Management back s up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management allows you to restore or reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecover[...]

2 English Launching Acer eR ecovery Management 1 You may also launch Acer eRe covery Management by run ning the program from the Ace r program gro up in the Start me nu, or by do uble-clic king the icon if you ha ve created a desktop shortcut . 2 You can choose to restore the sy stem from a factory default image or reinstall applications and driver[...]

3 English Indicators The computer has several eas y-to-read status indicators. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light sho ws green when in AC mode. Icon Function Description Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth commu nication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Wireless LAN communicatio[...]

4 English Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor respon ds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfo rt and support. Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) The following items show you how to use th[...]

5 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 will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad. It c an be[...]

6 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 numeric key pad. It is indicated by s[...]

7 English Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows ke y Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launche s the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a vari ety of functions: <> : Open or cl ose the St art menu <[...]

8 English Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access m ost of the computer's controls like screen b rightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combinatio n. Hotkey Icon Function De scription <Fn> + <F1> Pow[...]

9 English Special keys (only for certain models) You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2H o l d < Alt Gr> and then press the <5> key at the upper-center o f the keyboard. Note : Some fonts and software do not support the Euro sy[...]

10 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[...]

11 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. The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB p ort on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an author ized service center as the internal keyboard[...]

12 English To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is sho wing, 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 6 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service Interna[...]

13 English Battery pack The computer uses a batt ery pack that 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 adapter. Your c[...]

14 English Follow these steps ag ain until the batte ry has been charged 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 b[...]

15 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 to oper[...]

16 English Battery-lo w warning When using batter y power pay attention to the Window s 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 shu ts down. When the battery-low warning appe ars, the recommended course of act[...]

17 English Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hin ts to consider when moving aroun d 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 S[...]

18 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[...]

19 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 avoid [...]

20 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[...]

21 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 [...]

22 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[...]

23 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[...]

24 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. 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 [...]

25 English Password To set a password on boot, activate the BIOS u tility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password o n boot: and use the <F5> and <F6> keys to enable this feature. Power management This computer has a built- in power management unit that monitors system activity. System act[...]

26 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 attempt to open the computer yourself; co ntact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips[...]

27 English If you still encounter problems after going thro ugh the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service c enter for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS u tility.[...]

28 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 [...]

29 English 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-003 du Canada. Declaration of Confor mity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in com pliance[...]

30 English European Union (EU) R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the followingharmonized standard: • Article 3.1(a) Health an d Safety • EN60950-1:2001+ A11:2004 • EN50371:2002 • Article 3.1(b) EMC • EN301 489-1 V1.6.1 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1 • EN301 489-17 V1.2.1 • Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages • EN300 220-3[...]

31 English Caution : To co mply with FCC RF exposure comp liance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 in ches) must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen sectio n and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter impleme nts a transmission diversity functio[...]

32 English Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to the following two c onditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including in terference that may cause undesired op eration of the de vice. b Operation in 2.4 GH[...]

33 Index A AC adapter caring for xv §Q§¦ μ e audio troublesh ooting 10 B battery pack battery-low warning 16 caring for xv characteristics 13 charging 15 checking charge level 15 installing 14 low conditions 16 maximizing life 13 optimizing 15 removing 15 using the first time 13 BIOS utility 24 brightness hotkeys 8 C caps lock 6 on indicator 3 [...]

34 troublesh ooting 26 S scroll lock 6 security keylock 5, 21 passwords 21 speakers hotkey 8 troublesh ooting 10 support information 12 T touchpad 4 hotkey 8 using 4°??? travel international flights 20 local trips 19 troubleshooting 26 tips 26 U universal serial bus 24 W Windows keys 7[...]