User manual ACER ASPIRE 7339

[. . . ] Microsoft Windows and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corp. All other brands/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Printed in China First printing: November 2001 iii Table Welcome of Contents v vi vi ix Before You Start . [. . . ] 3 With the Internet you can visit Acer for updates, send email to friends and family, book vacations, read up on the latest blockbuster movie, and much, much more. All you need is a phone line to hook the modem up to, and an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 2 3 Requires an account with an Internet Service Provider. You may be required to pay toll charges, monthly or hourly usage fees, and other setup charges. Check with your Internet Service Provider for details. 18 Connecting an Optional Printer Printer Driver Installation To print from your Aspire, you need a printer driver - a program that tells your computer what kind of printer it is printing to. Windows has automatic detection for all of the more popular printers. If your printer is not available in Windows Me, look in the printer's user guide for instructions. Please contact the manufacturer of your printer if you have problems or questions. Point to Setting, then click on Printers. Follow the directions on the screen, and be sure to test the printer when prompted. You should now be able to print successfully from your Aspire. 1 2 Make sure your computer is completely turned off (see page 4). Connect the printer cable purchased with your printer from the printer to the printer port on the back of your computer. 3 4 5 Plug your printer power cable into a wall outlet or power strip. You will need them when replacing the side panel. · 24 4 Gently push the computer's side panel slightly backward (a), then pull it upward to remove it from the chassis (b). 25 Replacing the Left Panel Cover After you install the system components into the housing, you must replace the left panel cover. 1 2 Align the side panel to the housing frame (a), gently push it in (b), then slide it forward into place (c). Use the thumbscrew you have previously removed, turning it clockwise, to secure the side panel. 26 Connecting USB Devices The Universal Serial Bus (USB) on your Aspire allows for easy and convenient expansion options. With it, installing devices such as digital cameras, scanners, and joysticks is a breeze. Two USB connectors are located on the back of your computer while another two are located inside the multimedia port bay in front of your computer. Note: Most USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you to daisy-chain other devices. 27 Need Help? Acer is dedicated to bringing you a reliable and easy to maintain computer. We realize, though, that problems can arise unexpectedly. Please refer to the troubleshooting tips in this section to help diagnose and solve your problems. Troubleshooting - General Here are some answers to commonly asked questions: The Start button is not displayed on screen. The taskbar has either been resized too small or it is in a hidden location. To retrieve the taskbar: 1 2 3 4 Press the Start key on the keyboard. Press the Esc key to close the Start menu. (The taskbar is still selected. ) Press the Alt + Spacebar keys together and select "size. " Use the Arrow keys to resize the taskbar to the desired size and press the Enter key when done. My computer will not shut off completely. For more information, refer to "Turning off your Aspire" on page 4. [. . . ] In the event that this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor. The FCC also requires the transmitter of a FAX transmission be properly identified (per FCC Rules Part 68, Sec. 68. 381 (c) (3)). 41 Acer Year 2000 Compliance Statement This product is Year 2000-compliant and carries the "NSTL Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo. [. . . ]