User manual ACER ASPIRE 3820TG

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First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer vii vii vii Getting familiar with your computer A tour of your computer 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 Audio Securing your computer Security slot Passwords 1 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 13 17 18 18 20 21 21 21 22 23 23 23 25 26 26 26 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 Power management 27 29 29 30 31 31 31 31 33 Contents iv English Peripherals and options External display devices External input devices External keyboard External keypad External pointing device Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC Card USB devices Miscellaneous options Battery pack AC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgrade Hard disk upgrade 35 37 38 38 38 39 40 41 42 42 44 45 45 45 46 46 47 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 49 51 52 52 52 52 53 53 53 53 54 55 55 55 55 56 56 56 56 Software System software Launch Manager BIOS Setup Utility 57 59 59 60 v Frequently asked questions 67 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Index 71 75 83 English Troubleshooting 65 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. [. . . ] This offers the convenience of greater freedom of movement, as well as improved audio input quality. Connect headphones to the headphone jack for private listening and improved audio output quality. English Audio devices English 42 Peripherals and options English Expansion devices PC Card Your computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II or Type III PC card (PCMCIA or CardBus). This greatly increases your computer's usability and expandability. A variety of PC cards are available, such as flash memory, SRAM, fax/ data modem, LAN, and SCSI cards. Consult your dealer for information on PC card options for your computer. Note: refer to your card's manual for details on how to install and use the card. To insert a PC card: 1 Align the card with your computer's PC card slot. Make sure that the edge with the connectors is facing the slot, and that the card is the right way up. Many cards are marked with an arrow to help you insert them correctly. Slide the card into the slot, and then push gently until the card connects. If necessary, connect the card's cable to the jack on the outer edge of the card. Windows will automatically detect the card's presence. 2 3 4 43 1 2 Close the application that is using the PC card. Double click on the PC card icon on the taskbar, and then select the option to safely remove the card. This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling with your computer. 51 Before moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Save your work and close all applications. Shut down Windows to turn off your computer. Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet, and then disconnect it from the computer. Disconnect any external devices, such as a keyboard, mouse, or printer, that are attached to your computer. If you are using a security lock cable, disconnect the lock from the computer. Pack your computer in a strong, waterproof bag or case. English Disconnecting from the desktop English 52 Moving with your computer English Moving around Sometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move from your office desk to a meeting room. In these situations, you don't have to shut down the operating system. Preparing the computer First, disconnect any peripherals that you don't want to take with you. Next close the lid, placing your computer in Standby mode. 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. [. . . ] Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4. 6 meters). English 13 14 Laser compliance statement 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. [. . . ]