User manual ACER ASPIRE 4738ZG

[. . . ] The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer. All correspondense concerning your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Acer Aspire 1600 series Notebook computer Model Number : _________________________________ Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective companies. iii Getting familiar with your computer A tour of your computer Top view Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Display Indicators Keyboard Special keys Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Launch keys Storage Inserting and ejecting a diskette Ejecting the optical drive tray Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Connectivity options Ethernet and LAN Fax/data modem Optional wireless communication Audio Adjusting the volume Securing your computer Security slot Passwords 1 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 14 19 20 21 23 25 25 26 28 29 29 29 31 32 32 33 33 33 Operating on battery power Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimizing battery life Battery-low warning 35 37 37 38 40 41 41 41 English First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer vii vii viii English iv Power management 43 English Peripherals and options External display devices S-video External input devices External keyboard External keypad External pointing device Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC Card USB devices IEEE 1394 devices Miscellaneous options Battery pack AC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgrade Hard disk upgrade 45 47 48 49 49 50 52 53 54 55 55 57 58 59 59 59 60 60 62 Moving with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with your computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations 63 65 66 66 66 66 67 67 67 67 68 69 69 69 69 70 70 70 70 v System software Launch Manager BIOS Utility A note on HT Technology To exit the BIOS Utility 73 73 74 76 76 Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions Error messages 77 79 82 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Index 87 91 101 English Software 71 English English vi vii Your guides A set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer. : The Just for starters. . . poster shows you how to set up your computer. This User's Guide provides clear and concise information on using your computer productively. [. . . ] You can now safely carry it around the building with you. When you are ready to use your computer again, open the lid and then press the power button to bring it out of Standby mode. What to bring to short meetings If your battery is fully charged, you probably won't need to take anything else with you to the meeting. What to bring to long meetings For longer meetings, take along the AC adapter. You can use mains power throughout the meeting, or you can run down your battery first, and then connect the AC adapter after receiving the battery-low warning. If the meeting room does not have an available power outlet, reduce your computer's power consumption by putting it in Standby mode during long periods of inactivity. It is advisable to take along a spare battery if you have one. 67 When you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip. Preparing the computer After disconnecting your computer from the desktop (see "Disconnecting from the desktop"), prepare the unit as follows: 1 2 Remove all media from the drives. Loaded media can damage the drive heads during transit. Pack the computer in a protective case that is padded to guard against knocks. Make sure that the unit cannot slide around inside the case. Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top of the computer, as this could result in damage to the screen. What to bring with you If you don't have spare items at home, it is advisable to take along the AC adapter and this User's Guide. Special considerations To protect your computer in transit, it is advisable to pay attention to the following: · · · Minimize the effect of temperature changes. Keep your computer with you instead of placing it in storage holds. Avoid leaving your computer in a hot car. Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation to form in your computer. System utilities, drivers and application software. Note: To run software applications in Windows, first click on the Start button. Next, select the appropriate folder, and then click on the application icon. To learn about the software and utility, make use of the online help provided by the software. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the launch keys located above the keyboard. See "Launch keys" on page 23 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. English System software English 74 Software English BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (basic input/output system). To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during POST. The BIOS setup utility displays summary information on your computer, its devices, processor and memory. Note: The screen above is for reference only. Actual values may differ. Your computer is already configured for optimal performance, and so you should not need to run this utility. However, you may need to change the BIOS settings if you encounter configuration problems in the future. Refer to "Troubleshooting" on page 77 if a problem arises. Navigating the BIOS Utility These are the menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot and Exit. To enter a menu, highlight the item using the keys. [. . . ] Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. [. . . ]