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Aspire Series

Generic User Guide

© 2010 All Rights Reserved.

Aspire Series Generic User Guide

Original Issue: 08/2010

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation

to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new

editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.

This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with

respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of

merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in

the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label

affixed to your computer. All correspondence 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, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or otherwise,

without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Aspire Series Notebook PC

Model number: __________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________________

Place of purchase: ________________________________

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Information for your safety and

comfort

Safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.

Follow all warnings and instructions 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 a damp cloth for cleaning.

CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to

the power supply unit:

Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC

power outlet.

Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the

computer.

If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system

by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

CAUTION for Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible

and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to

disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the

electrical outlet.

CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for certain models)

Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the card slots.

Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal objects or other particles.

Save the dummies for use when no cards are in the slots.

CAUTION for Listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.

• Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.

• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.

• Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

• Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

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Warnings

• Do not use this product near water.

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product

falls, it could be seriously damaged.

• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These

openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be

blocked by placing the 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 proper ventilation is provided.

• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could

result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into

the product.

• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,

do not place the product on a vibrating surface.

• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment

which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor

devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery

pack.

• The bottom surface, areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter

may get hot. To avoid injury, ensure they do not come in contact with your

skin or body.

• Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out

of the reach of small children.

Using electrical power

• This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult

your dealer or local power company.

• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this

product where people will walk on the cord.

• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total

ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not

exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total

rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse

rating.

• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too

many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch

circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of

the power strip's input rating.

• This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.

The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet

is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert

the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for

details.

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Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power

outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock

and/or injury.

Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from

unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that

may interfere with the performance of this product.

• The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages; 100 to 120 or

220 to 240 V AC. The power cord included with the system meets the

requirements for use in the country/region where the system was

purchased. Power cords for use in other countries/regions must meet the

requirements for that country/region. For more information on power cord

requirements, contact an authorized reseller or service provider.

Product servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers

may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel when:

• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed

• liquid was spilled into the product

• the product was exposed to rain or water

• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged

• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service

• the product does not operate normally after following the operating

instructions

Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may

result in damage and will often require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.

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Guidelines for safe battery usage

This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or

corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat

source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave

oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over

60°C (140°F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak

acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not

pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the battery leaks and you come into

contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical

attention immediately. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the

battery, charging will not occur at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C

(104°F).

The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three

complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and

discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the

operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery.

Use only the approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with the

approved chargers designated for this device.

Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery

that is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can

occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip or pen causes direct connection

of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like

metal strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a

spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may

damage the battery or the connecting object.

The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in

hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter. Always try to

keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or

cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged.

Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also

explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please

recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.

Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery, which

could affect performance.

Replacing the battery pack

The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as

that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may

present a risk of fire or explosion.

Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not

disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from

children. Follow local regulations when disposing of used

batteries.

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Caution for Optical Drive Device

(only for certain models)

CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a "CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT." In case of any trouble with this device, please contact your

nearest AUTHORIZED service station. To prevent direct exposure to the laser

beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE

TO BEAM.

APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT

LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS

D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1

VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET

NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN

PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I

ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE

A LOS RAYOS.

ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN.

VARO! LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE.

VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA

SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN

VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I

STRÅLEN

ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN

Telephone line safety

• Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or

before servicing.

• To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect

the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms.

Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts

when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for

purchase options.

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To turn the power off, do any of the following:

• Use the Windows shutdown command

Click on Start then click on Shut Down.

• Use the power button

You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey

<Fn> + <F4>.

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and

hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down

the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on

again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources

of heat, such as a radiator.

• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF) or above

50 ºC (122 ºF).

• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

• Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

• Never place objects on top of the computer.

• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.

Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.

• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull

on the plug.

• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed

the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the

total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet

should not exceed the fuse rating.

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Taking care of your 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 according to local regulations. Recycle if possible.

Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack.

2 Disconnect the AC adapter.

3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

If either of the following occurs:

• the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged;

• the computer does not operate normally

Please refer to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41 .

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Information for your safety and comfort iii

Safety instructions iii

Caution for Optical Drive Device (only for certain models) vii

Operating environment viii

Medical devices viii

Vehicles ix

Potentially explosive environments ix

Emergency calls ix

Disposal instructions x

Mercury advisory x

ENERGY STAR x

Tips and information for comfortable use xi

First things first xiii

Your guides xiii

Contents

Basic care and tips for using your computer xiii

Turning your computer on and off xiii

Taking care of your computer xiv

Taking care of your AC adapter xiv

Taking care of your battery pack xv

Cleaning and servicing xv

Special keys and indicators 1

Enabling your wireless devices 2

Touchpad 3

Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 3

Using the keyboard 4

Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 4

Hotkeys 5

Windows keys 6

Audio 7

Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 7

Tuba (only for certain models) 7

Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/

multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 7

Video 8

16:9 display 8

Using the system utilities 9

Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 9

Acer Backup Manager 10

Power management 11

Acer eRecovery Management 12

Burn backup discs 13

Restore 14

Restore Windows from backup discs 15

Acer Arcade Deluxe 17

General controls 18

Navigation controls 18

Using social networking sites 18

Photo 18

Video 19

Player controls 19

Music 20

Update 20

Battery pack 21

Battery pack characteristics 21

Maximizing the battery's life 21

Installing and removing the battery pack 22

Charging the battery 23

Checking the battery level 23

Optimising battery life 23

Battery-low warning 24

Taking your notebook PC with you 25

Disconnecting from the desktop 25

Moving around 25

Preparing the computer 25

What to bring to meetings 26

Taking the computer home 26

Preparing the computer 26

What to take with you 26

Special considerations 27

Setting up a home office 27

Traveling with the computer 27

Preparing the computer 27

What to take with you 27

Special considerations 28

Traveling internationally with the computer 28

Preparing the computer 28

What to bring with you 28

Special considerations 28

Securing your computer 29

Using a computer security lock 29

Using passwords 29

Entering passwords 30

Setting passwords 30

Expanding through options 31

Connectivity options 31

Fax/data modem (only for certain models) 31

Built-in network feature 32

Consumer Infrared (CIR) (only for certain models) 32

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 33

IEEE 1394 port (only for certain models) 33

High-Definition Multimedia Interface

(only for certain models) 34

ExpressCard (only for certain models) 34

Installing memory (only for certain models) 35

Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 37

Choose your input type 37

Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV)

antenna (for selected models) 37

To connect the digital antenna 37

Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 38

BIOS utility 39

Boot sequence 39

Enable disk-to-disk recovery 39

Password 39

Using software 40

Playing DVD movies 40

Frequently asked questions 41

Requesting service 44

International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 44

Before you call 44

Troubleshooting 45

Troubleshooting tips 45

Error messages 45

Regulations and safety notices 46

FCC statement 46

Modem notices (only for certain models) 47

LCD pixel statement 49

Radio device regulatory notice 49

General 49

The FCC RF safety requirement 50

Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio

communication devices (RSS-210) 51

Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102) 51

LCD panel ergonomic specifications 52

1

Special keys and indicators

The special keys and indicators provide easy access to handy features and clear

status information.

Icon Item Description

Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-

step data backup (only for certain models).

PowerSmart key Puts your computer into power-saving mode

P

(only for certain models).

Programmable

User-programmable (only for certain models).

key

Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.

Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status.

1. Charging: The light shows amber when the

battery is charging.

2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in

AC mode.

Communication

Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity

indicator

device status.

HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.

Num Lock

Lights up when Num Lock is activated

indicator

(only for certain models).

Caps Lock

Lights up when Caps Lock is activated

indicator

(only for certain models).

2

Enabling your wireless devices

The Launch Manager allows you to enable and disable the various wireless

connectivity devices on your computer.

Press <Fn> + <F3> to bring up the Launch

Manager window panel.

A red toggle indicates the device is off.

• Click the red toggle to turn the device on.

A green toggle indicates the device is on.

• Click the green toggle to turn the device

off.

Note: Communication devices may vary by system configuration.

Remember to access the respective wireless devices' configuration

panel for additional options.

3

Touchpad

The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface.

This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of

the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort

and support.

Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons)

The following items show you how to use the touchpad with two-click buttons.

• Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.

• Press the left and right buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform

selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left

and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as

clicking the left button.

Right

Function Left button

Main touchpad

button

Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed

as double-clicking a mouse

button).

Select Click once. Tap once.

Drag Click and hold, then

Tap twice (at the same speed

use finger on the

as double-clicking a mouse

touchpad to drag

button); rest your finger on

the cursor.

the touchpad on the second

tap and drag the cursor.

Access context

Click once.

menu

Note: Illustrations for reference only. The exact configuration of

your PC depends on the model purchased.

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 can be disabled under Mouse settings in

Windows Control Panel.

10

Acer Backup Manager

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

Acer Backup Manager is a simple three-step process that allows you to create

backup copies of your entire system or selected files and folders according to a

schedule or as you need to.

To start Acer Backup Manager, press the Acer Backup Manager key above the

keyboard. Alternatively, you can go to Start > All Programs > Acer Backup

Manager > Acer Backup Manager. This will open the Welcome screen; from this

screen you will be taken through the three steps to setup scheduled back ups.

Click Continue to proceed to the following screen. Click the + button and follow

the onscreen instructions:

1 Select the content you want to back up. The less content you select, the

quicker the process will be, but it will increase your risks of losing data.

2 Select where you want the backup copies to be stored. You will need to

select an external drive or your D: drive; Acer Backup Manager cannot

store a backup on the source drive.

3 Select how often you want Acer Backup Manager to create back ups.

Once you have finished these three steps, backups will be created according to

the schedule. You can also create backups manually by pressing the Acer

Backup Manager key.

If you wish to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from

the Start menu and go through the steps outlined above.

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Power management

This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system

activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the

following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the

computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time

(called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in

order to conserve energy.

This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the

advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum

power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows

handles all power-saving chores for your computer.

Acer PowerSmart key

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of your computer's

graphics sub-system to reduce overall power consumption. When you press the

Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is reduced and the graphics chip

switched to a lower speed; PCI and WLAN switch to power-saving modes. Press

the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your previous settings.

12

Acer eRecovery Management

Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly restore the system. You can

back up/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers.

Note: All of the following content is for general reference only.

Actual product specifications may vary.

Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:

1 Backup:

• Create Factory Default Disc

• Create Drivers and Applications Disc

2 Restore:

• Completely Restore System to Factory Defaults

• Restore Operating System and Retain User Data

• Reinstall Drivers or Applications

This chapter will guide you through each process.

Note: This feature is only available on certain models. For systems

that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in an external

optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management

for optical disc-related tasks.

To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management, you

must first set the password. The password is set by launching Acer eRecovery

Management and clicking Settings.

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Burn backup discs

From the Backup page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the

factory default image or back up drivers and applications.

1 Click on Start > All Programs > Acer > Acer eRecovery Management.

2 Acer eRecovery Management opens to the Backup page.

3 Select the type of backup (factory default or drivers and applications) you

would like to burn to disc.

4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

Note: Create a factory default image when you want to burn a

bootable disc that contains your computer's entire operating

system as it was delivered to you from the factory. If you wish to

have a disc that will allow you to browse the contents and install

selected drivers and applications, create a drivers and application

backup instead — this disc will not be bootable.

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Restore

The restore feature allows you to restore or recover the system from a factory

default image or from previously created CD and DVD backups. You can also

reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system.

1 Click on Start, All Programs, Acer, Acer eRecovery Management.

2 Switch to the Restore page by clicking Restore.

3 You can choose to restore the system from a factory default image or

reinstall applications and drivers.

4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

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Restore Windows from backup discs

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

To restore Windows from your previously burned backup discs, you will need to

insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup

Utility.

1 Turn on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the

optical disc drive. Restart your computer.

2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS

Setup, where you can set system parameters.

3 Use the left and right arrow keys to select the Main submenu.

4 Use the up and down arrow keys to select F12 Boot Menu.

5 Use the F5 or F6 key to change F12 Boot Menu to Enabled.

6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ENTER key to Exit

Saving Changes. Press the ENTER key again to select Yes. The system will

reboot.

7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to open the

Boot Menu. Here you can select which device to boot from.

8 Use the arrow keys to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. Windows

will be installed from the recovery disc.

9 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen

prompts to complete the restore.

10 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is

complete. Do this before rebooting your computer.

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If you prefer to set the boot priority for long-term use, you should select the

Boot submenu.

1 Turn on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the

optical disc drive. Restart your computer.

2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS

Setup, where you can set system parameters.

3 Use the left and right arrow keys to select the Boot submenu.

4 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the IDE1* device.

5 Use the F6 key to move the IDE1* device to the highest boot priority, or use

the F5 key to move other devices to a lower boot priority. Ensure that the

IDE1* device is the highest priority.

6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ENTER key to Exit

Saving Changes. Press the ENTER key again to select Yes. The system will

reboot.

7 When you reboot, Windows will be installed from the recovery disc.

8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen

prompts to complete the restore.

9 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is

complete. Do this before rebooting your computer.

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Acer Arcade Deluxe

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

Acer Arcade Deluxe is a player for music, photos and movies with integrated

social networking tools. Use the MediaConsole (if available) or touchpad to

select the media type you wish to enjoy or share with your friends via services

such as YouTube, Facebook or Flickr.

• Photo — view photos stored on your hard disk or removable media.

• Video — watch DVDs, VCDs, Blu-Ray movies, video clips or content on

providers such as YouTube.

• Music — listen to music files in a variety of formats.

Note: While watching videos, optical discs or slideshows, your

screensaver and power-saving features are unavailable.

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General controls

When watching video clips, movies or slideshows using full-screen resolution,

two pop-up control panels are shown when you move the pointer. They

automatically disappear after several seconds. The Navigation Controls panel

appears at the top and the Player Controls panel appears at the bottom of the

screen.

Navigation controls

To return to the Arcade home page, click the Home icon in the upper right

corner of the window, the other buttons (minimize, maximize, close) have

standard PC behaviors.

To quit Arcade, click the Close button in the upper right corner of the window.

Using social networking sites

If you have accounts with supported social networking sites, you can sign in to

your accounts and view updated information directly from Acer Arcade Deluxe.

The first time you click on one of the social networking links in the Photo or

Video pages, you will be asked to enter your username and password for the

site. If you check Remember me, Acer Arcade Deluxe will remember your login

information and automatically display updated content the next time you enter

the Photo or Video page.

You can also share content by clicking the Share on icon . This will allow

you to upload photos and videos to selected sites, mobile devices or external

storage devices.To share content, drag and drop the thumbnail from the list to

the site or device you want to copy it to.

Photo

Acer Arcade Deluxe lets you view digital photos individually or as a slideshow,

from any available drive on your computer. Click Photo to open the Photo page;

here you can see thumbnails for individual pictures and folders. Click on a

folder to open it.

To view a slideshow, open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view,

select all or some of the pictures and click the Play icon . The slideshow is

played at fullscreen resolution.

You can also view a single picture by clicking on it. This opens the picture at

fullscreen resolution.

You can then use the onscreen controls to zoom in and out, and to pan in four

directions.

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Video

Double-click the icon for a movie or video clip that you want to watch.

Depending in the type of optical drive installed in your computer, you can play

movies from Blu-Ray discs, standard DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the

Cinema function of Acer Arcade Deluxe. This player has the features and

controls of a typical DVD player.

When you insert a disk into the DVD drive, the movie begins playing

automatically. To control the movie, the pop-up player control panel appears at

the bottom of the window when you move the pointer.

When viewing DVDs, the following special controls are added to the pop-up

panel:

• DVD Menu

• Subtitles

• Language

• Snapshot

• Angle

If you move your mouse/cursor while you’re watching a movie, a menu bar will

appear at the bottom of the screen. This contains buttons to control the movie

playback, select subtitles, adjust volume, select soundtrack language and set

advanced features.

Note: Function availability will depend on what the optical disc

being played supports.

Clicking the stop button will stop the movie playback, and return you to the

Videos screen. At the bottom of the screen are buttons that allow you to

resume the movie from the point it was stopped, restart the movie from the

beginning or eject the disc.

Player controls

At the bottom of the window, the player controls — used for video, slideshows,

movies and music — are shown. They provide standard playback controls (play,

pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up/down).

Note: When playing movies from optical discs, there are

additional controls added to the right of the volume controls.

These are discussed in more detail in the Cinema of this guide.

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Note: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered

Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off

but the Sleep indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep

mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn

the computer back on. Note that the computer may enter

Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time.

What to bring to meetings

If your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to bring anything

with you other than your computer. If your meeting will be longer, or if your

battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to

plug in your computer in the meeting room.

If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the

battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press <Fn> + <F4> or close the

display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. To resume,

open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button.

Taking the computer home

When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa.

Preparing the computer

After disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow these steps to

prepare the computer for the trip home:

• Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the

drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head.

• Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from

sliding around and cushion it if it should fall.

Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the

computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen.

What to take with you

Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:

• AC adapter and power cord

• The printed Quick start up guide

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Special considerations

Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and

from work:

• Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer

with you.

• If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the

computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid

exposing the computer to excessive heat.

• Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the

computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for

condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change

is greater than 10 °C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to room

temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an

environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature.

Setting up a home office

If you frequently work on your computer at home, you may want to purchase a

second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid

carrying the extra weight to and from home.

If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also

want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse.

Traveling with the computer

When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office

building to a client's office building or traveling locally.

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery

in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your

computer when carrying it into the gate area.

What to take with you

Take the following items with you:

• AC adapter

• Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)

• Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer

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Special considerations

In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these

guidelines to protect your computer while traveling:

• Always take the computer as carry-on luggage.

• If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray

machines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector.

• Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors.

Traveling internationally with the computer

When you are moving from country to country.

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.

What to bring with you

Bring the following items with you:

• AC adapter

• Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you

are traveling

• Spare, fully-charged battery packs

• Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer

• Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials

• International Travelers Warranty passport

Special considerations

Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer.

In addition, these tips are useful when traveling internationally:

• When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the

AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a

power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage. Do not use

converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer.

• If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is

compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are

traveling in.

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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 computer.

Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch

and passwords.

Using a computer security lock

The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a

security lock.

Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a

table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the

key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available.

Using passwords

Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these

passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer

and data:

• Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility.

Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility.

See "BIOS utility" on page 39.

• User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine

the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and

resume from Hibernation for maximum security.

• Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use.

Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up

and resume from Hibernation for maximum security.

Important! Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you forget

your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an

authorized service center.

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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 you press

<F2> to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up.

• Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS utility.

If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try

again and press <Enter>.

• When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is

enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up.

• Type the User Password and press <Enter> to use the computer. If you

enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and

press <Enter>.

Important! You have three chances to enter a password. If you fail

to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts.

Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down

the computer. Then turn on the computer again, and try again.

Setting passwords

You can set passwords using the BIOS utility.

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Expanding through options

Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.

Connectivity options

Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would

with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices

to the computer, read the following section.

Fax/data modem (only for certain models)

Your computer has a built-in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem.

(only for certain models)

Warning! This modem port is not compatible with digital phone

lines. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage

the modem.

To use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port

to a telephone jack.

Warning! Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate

for the country in which you are working.

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Built-in network feature

The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an

Ethernet-based network.

To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet

(RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on

your network.

Consumer Infrared (CIR) (only for certain models)

The computer’s Consumer Infrared (CIR) port is used to receive signals from your

remote control, or other devices with CIR capability.

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Universal Serial Bus (USB)

The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB

peripherals without taking up precious system resources.

IEEE 1394 port (only for certain models)

The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394-

compatible device like a video camera or digital camera. See your video or

digital camera's documentation for details.

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High-Definition Multimedia Interface

(only for certain models)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported,

uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface

between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD

player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor,

such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable.

Use the HDMI port on your computer to connect with high-end audio and video

equipment. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection.

ExpressCard (only for certain models)

The ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster

interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of your

computer.

ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options, including flash

memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B

adapters. ExpressCards support USB 2.0 and PCI Express applications.

Important! There are two types, ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/

34 (54mm and 34mm), each with different functions. Not all

ExpressCard slots will support both types. Please refer to your

card's manual for details on how to install and use the card, and

its functions.

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Inserting an ExpressCard

Insert the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into position.

EXPRESS CARD

Ejecting an ExpressCard

Before ejecting an ExpressCard:

1 Exit the application using the card.

2 Left-click on the remove hardware icon on the taskbar and stop the card

operation.

3 Push the card gently into the slot and release to pop out the card. Then

pull the card free from the slot.

Installing memory (only for certain models)

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 access its base.

2 Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the

memory cover.

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• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-

out port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off.

I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the

power.

There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. Simply insert the tip of a

pen or paperclip into the hole and push to eject the tray.

The keyboard does not respond.

Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works,

contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard

cable may be loose.

The printer does not work.

Check the following:

• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is

turned on.

• Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer's

parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer.

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I want to restore my computer to its original settings without

recovery CDs.

Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating

system and language you choose when you first turn on the

system will be the only option for future recovery operations.

This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software

content that is installed when you purchase your notebook. Follow the steps

below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data

will be erased.) It is important to back up all data files before using this option.

Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings.

1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.

2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.

3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot.

Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press <F2> during POST.

To start the recovery process:

1 Restart the system.

2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to

enter the recovery process.

3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery.

Important! This feature occupies 15 GB in a hidden partition on

your hard disk

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Requesting service

International Travelers Warranty (ITW)

Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that

gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network

of service centers are there to give you a helping hand.

An ITW passport comes with your computer. This passport contains all you need

to know about the ITW program. A list of available, authorized service centers is

in this handy booklet. Read this passport thoroughly.

Always have your ITW passport on hand, especially when you travel, to receive

the benefits from our support centers. Place your proof-of-purchase in the flap

located inside the front cover of the ITW passport.

If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service

site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide. Please consult

http://global.acer.com

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Before you call

Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online

service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we

can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems

efficiently. If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer,

write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in

the case of beeps).

You are required to provide the following information:

Name: __________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________

Telephone number: ______________________________________________________

Machine and model type: _________________________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________________________________________

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Troubleshooting

This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems.

Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more

serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open

the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center

for assistance.

Troubleshooting tips

This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error

message reports to help you solve problems.

If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs, see "Error

messages" below. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer. See

"Requesting service" on page 44.

Error messages

If you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective

action. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order

together with the recommended course of action.

Error messages Corrective action

CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:),

then press <Enter> to reboot.

Equipment configuration

Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press

error

Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot.

Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

Hard disk 0 extended type

Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

error

I/O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

Keyboard error or no

Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

keyboard connected

Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

Memory size mismatch Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press

Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot.

If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact

your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved

using the BIOS utility.

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Regulations and safety notices

FCC statement

This device has been tested and found 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 radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the device and receiver.

• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice: Shielded cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables

to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.

Notice: Peripheral devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to

comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation

with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV

reception.

Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could

void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications

Commission, to operate this computer.

Notice: Canadian users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

Compliant with Russian regulatory certification

Modem notices (only for certain models)

Notice for USA

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the modem is

a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number

and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you

must provide this information to your telephone company.

If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the

telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they

will notify you in advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be

notified as soon as possible. You will also be informed of your right to file a

complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,

operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your

equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an

opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.

If 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.

Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger

UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.

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TBR 21

This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - "TBR 21"] for

single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).

However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different

countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of

successful operation on every PSTN termination point. In the event of problems,

you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. For more

information about applicable countries, please refer to "Regulations and safety

notices" on page 46

Notice for Australia

For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications

compliance label. This includes customer equipment previously labelled

permitted or certified.

Notice for New Zealand

1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates

only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum

conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of

the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above

all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects

with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or

model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of

Telecom's network services.

2 This equipment is not capable, under all operating conditions, of correct

operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed. Telecom will accept

no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances.

3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit

requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this

device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the

following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications:

a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number

within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and

b The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30

seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the

next call attempt.

4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit

requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this

device. In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's

specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that

automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less

than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning

of another.

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5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's

111 Emergency Service.

6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is

DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always

continue to support pulse dialing.

7 Use of pulse dialing, when this equipment is connected to the same line as

other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a

false answer condition. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT

contact the telecom Fault Service.

8 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand-over of a call to

another device connected to the same line.

9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Please

ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is

available for emergency use.

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. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute

a malfunction.

Radio device regulatory notice

Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless

LAN and / or Bluetooth only.

General

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to

be operated indoors.

This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any

country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on

configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such

as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products

with such devices.

Declaration of Conformity for EU countries

Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the

essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

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List of applicable countries

EU member states as of July 2009 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece,

Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal,

Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary,

Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria and

Romania. Usage allowed in the countries of European Union, as well as Norway,

Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. This device must be used in strict

accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use.

For further information, please contact local office in the country of use. Please

see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/ implem.htm for the latest country list.

The FCC RF safety requirement

The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth

card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the

notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human

contact during normal operation is minimized as follows:

1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option

devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device.

Caution: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance

requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches)

must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated

wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all

persons.

Note: The wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission

diversity function. The function does not emit radio frequencies

simultaneously from both antennas. One of the antennas is

selected automatically or manually (by users) to ensure good

quality radiocommunication.

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2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to

5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for

the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful

interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz

and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference

with and/or damage this device.

4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal

antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty.

Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio

communication devices (RSS-210)

Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102)

The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF

field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety

Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada's website at www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.

This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 4, and RSS-

210, No 4 (Dec 2000) and No 5 (Nov 2001).

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003, No. 4,

et CNR-210, No 4 (Dec 2000) et No 5 (Nov 2001).

"To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to

be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.

Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to

licensing."

« Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet

d'une licence, il doit être utilisé a l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des

fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son

antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.

Caution: When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN, this product is restricted to

indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15- to 5.25-GHz frequency range.

Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency

range of 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference

to co-channel mobile satellite systems. High power radar is allocated as the

primary user of the 5.25- to 5.35-GHz and 5.65 to 5.85-GHz bands. These radar

stations can cause interference with and/or damage to this device.

The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order to

comply with the E.I.R.P limit for the 5.25- to 5.35 and 5.725 to 5.85 GHz

frequency range in point-to-point operation.

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Remarque : Effectuez uniquement les réglages indiqués dans les

consignes d’installation ; d’autres réglages incorrects risquent de

provoquer des dommages nécessitant l’intervention prolongée

d’un technicien qualifié.

Règles d’utilisation sure de la batterie

Ce notebook utilise une batterie au lithium-ion. N’utilisez pas dans un

environnement humide, mouillé ou corrosif. Ne placez pas, ne stockez pas et ne

laissez pas votre produit dans ou à proximité d’une source de chaleur, dans un

lieu à température élevé, dans la lumière directe du soleil, dans un four micro-

ondes ou dans un conteneur pressurisé, et ne l’exposez pas à des températures

supérieures à 60 °C (140 °F). Le non-respect de ces règles peut causer une fuite

d’acide de la batterie, sa surchauffe, son explosion ou son inflammation et

causer des blessures et/ou des dommages. Ne percez pas, n’ouvrez pas et

démontez pas la batterie. Si la batterie fuit et si vous êtes en contact avec des

liquides de la batterie, rincez abondamment avec de l’eau et consultez un

médecin immédiatement. Pour des raisons de sécurité, et pour prolonger

l’autonomie de la batterie, la charge ne se produira pas à des températures

au-dessous de 0 °C (32 °F) ou au dessus de 40 °C (104 °F).

La pleine performance d’une nouvelle batterie est atteinte seulement après

deux ou trois cycles complets de charge et de décharge. La batterie peut être

chargée et déchargée des centaines des fois, mais éventuellement elle s’usera.

Lorsque le temps de fonctionnement deviendra nettement plus court qu’à

l’habitude, achetez une nouvelle batterie. Utilisez uniquement les batteries

approuvées, et rechargez-les uniquement avec les chargeurs approuvés conçus

pour cet appareil.

N’utilisez cette batterie que pour le but à laquelle elle est destinée. N’utilisez

jamais de chargeur ou de batterie qui serait endommagé. Ne court-circuitez pas

la batterie. Un court-circuit accidentel peut se produire lorsqu’un objet

métallique, tel qu’une pièce de monnaie, un trombone ou un stylo cause une

connexion directe des bornes positive (+) et négative (-) de la batterie. (Ce sont

des bandes de métal sur la batterie.) Ceci peut se produire, par exemple, lorsque

vous avez une batterie de rechange dans votre poche ou votre sac. Le court-

circuit des bornes peut endommager la batterie ou l’objet connectant.

La capacité et l’autonomie de la batterie sera réduite si la batterie est laissée

dans un endroit chaud ou froid, tel qu’une voiture fermée en été ou en hiver.

Essayez de toujours conserver la batterie entre 15 °C et 25 °C (59 °F et 77 °F).

Un appareil avec une batterie chaude ou froide peut ne pas fonctionner

temporairement, même si la batterie est pleinement chargée. La performance

de la batterie est particulièrement limitée dans des températures inférieures à

0 °C.

Ne jetez pas les batteries dans un feu, car elles peuvent exploser. Les batteries

peuvent également exploser si elles sont endommagées. Mettez les batteries au

rebut en respect avec la réglementation locale. Si possible, veuillez les recycler.

Ne les jetez pas avec les déchets domestiques.

Les appareils sans fil peuvent être susceptibles aux interférences de la batterie,

ce qui peut affecter leurs performances.

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Remplacement de la batterie

L’ordinateur notebook utilise des batteries au lithium. Remplacez la batterie

avec le même type que celle qui a été fournie avec votre appareil. L’utilisation

d’une autre batterie peut présenter un risque d’incendie ou d’explosion.

Avertissement ! Une batterie incorrectement manipulée risque

d’exploser. Vous ne devez jamais la démonter, ni l’exposer au feu.

Placez-la hors de portée des enfants. Respectez la réglementation

locale pour mettre au rebut les batteries usagées.

Avertissement pour le lecteur optique

(seulement pour certains modèles)

Attention : Cet appareil contient un système à laser et est classé comme

« APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1 ». En cas de problème avec cet appareil,

veuillez contacter le centre de service AGRÉÉ la plus proche. Pour éviter une

exposition directe au rayon laser, n’essayez pas d’ouvrir le boîtier.

APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1

ATTENTION : RADIATION LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.

ÉVITER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.

APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT

LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS

D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1

VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET

NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN

PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I

ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE

A LOS RAYOS.

ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN.

VARO! LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE.

VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA

SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN

VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I

STRÅLEN

ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN

Sécurité de la ligne téléphonique

• Déconnectez toujours toutes les lignes téléphoniques de leurs prises

murales avant de maintenir ou de démonter cet appareil.

• Évitez d’utiliser une ligne téléphonique (autre qu’un téléphone sans fil)

pendant un orage. Il peut y avoir un risque minime d’électrocution due à la

foudre.

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Avertissement ! Pour des raisons de sécurité, n’utilisez pas des

pièces non conformes lors de l’ajout ou du changement de

composants. Consultez votre revendeur pour des options d’achat.

Environnement d’utilisation

Avertissement ! Pour des raisons de sécurité, éteignez tous les

périphériques de transmission sans fil ou radio lorsque vous

utilisez votre ordinateur portable dans les conditions suivantes.

Ces appareils peuvent inclure, mais sans limitation : réseau sans fil,

Bluetooth et/ou 3G.

Suivez bien toutes les règles spéciales en place dans les différents lieux et

éteignez toujours votre appareil lorsque son utilisation est interdite ou lorsqu’il

peut causer des interférence ou un danger. Utilisez l’appareil uniquement dans

ses positions d’utilisation normales. Cet appareil répond aux recommandations

d’exposition RF lorsqu’il est utilisé normalement, et qu’il est positionné ainsi

que son antenne à une distance d’au moins 1,5 centimètres (5/8 pouce) du corps

(voir la figure ci-dessous). L’appareil ne doit pas contenir de métal et doit être

positionné à la distance de votre corps indiquée ci-dessus. Pour transmettre des

fichiers de données ou des messages, cet appareil nécessite une connexion de

bonne qualité au réseau. Dans certains cas, la transmission des fichiers de

données ou des messages peut être retardée jusqu’à ce qu’une telle connexion

soit disponible. Assurez-vous que les instructions de distance de séparation

ci-dessus sont respectées jusqu’à la fin de la transmission. Des composants de

l’appareil sont magnétiques. Des matériaux métalliques peut être attirés par

l’appareil et des personnes avec une aide auditive ne doivent pas tenir l’appareil

contre l’oreille équipée de l’aide auditive. Ne placez pas les cartes crédits ou

autres médias de stockage magnétique à côté de l’appareil, parce que les

informations contenues pourraient être effacées.

Appareils médicaux

L’utilisation de tout équipement de transmission radio, y compris les téléphones

sans fil, peut interférer avec la fonctionnalité d’appareils médicaux

incorrectement protégés. Consultez un médecin ou le fabricant de l’appareil

médical pour déterminer s’il est protégé correctement contre l’énergie RF

externe ou si vous avez des questions. Éteignez votre appareil dans les

bâtiments de la santé lorsque des règlements postés dans ces lieux vous

indiquent de le faire. Les hôpitaux et les bâtiments de la santé peuvent utiliser

des équipements sensibles aux transmissions RF externes.

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Stimulateurs cardiaques. Les fabricants de stimulateurs cardiaques

recommandent une distance minimale de 15,3 centimètres (6 pouces) entre cet

appareil sans fil et un stimulateur cardiaque pour éviter des interférences

possibles avec le stimulateur cardiaque. Ces recommandations sont conformes à

la recherche indépendante et les recommandations de la recherche

technologique sans fil. Les personnes avec un stimulateur cardiaque doivent

faire ce qui suit :

• Maintenez toujours l’appareil à plus de 15,3 centimètres (6 pouces) du

stimulateur cardiaque

• Ne portez pas l’appareil à proximité du stimulateur cardiaque lorsque

l’appareil est allumé. Si vous soupçonnez une interférence, éteignez votre

appareil et éloignez l’appareil.

Aides auditives. Certains appareils sans fils numériques peuvent interférer avec

certaines aides auditives. En cas d’interférences, consultez votre fournisseur de

service.

Véhicules

Les signaux RF peuvent affecter les systèmes électroniquement

inconvenablement installés ou incorrectement protégés dans les véhicules à

moteur, tels que les systèmes d’injection électroniques, les systèmes de freinage

antiblocage électroniques, les régulateurs de vitesse électroniques et les

systèmes d’airbag. Pour plus d’informations, consultez le fabricant, ou son

représentant, de votre véhicule ou de tout équipement qui a été ajouté. Seul un

technicien qualifié doit réparer l’appareil ou installer l’appareil dans un

véhicule. Une mauvaise installation ou réparation pourrait être dangereuse et

pourrait annuler la garantie pouvant s’appliquer à l’appareil. Vérifiez

régulièrement que tout appareil sans fil dans votre véhicule est installé et utilisé

correctement. Ne stockez pas et ne portez pas de liquides inflammables, de gaz

ou de matériaux explosifs dans le même compartiment que l’appareil, ses

composants ou améliorations. Pour les véhicules équipés d’airbags, rappelez-

vous que les airbags se déploient avec une grande force. Ne placez pas d’objets,

y compris un équipement sans fil portable ou installé dans la zone au-dessus de

l’airbag ou dans la zone de déploiement de l’airbag. Si l’équipement sans fil est

incorrectement installé à l’intérieur du véhicule et l’airbag se déploie, il y a un

risque de blessures sérieuses. L’utilisation de votre appareil en vol dans un avion

est interdite. Éteignez votre appareil avant d’embarquer dans un appareil.

L’utilisation d’appareils sans fil dans un avion peut être dangereuse pour le

fonctionnement de l’avion, peut perturber le réseau téléphonique sans fil et

peut être illégale.

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Environnement avec des risques d’explosion

Éteignez votre appareil dans un environnement avec des risques d’explosion et

respectez toutes les instructions ou signalements du site. Des environnements

avec des risques d’explosion comprennent les zones où il serait normalement

recommandé d’arrêter le moteur de votre véhicule. Des étincelles dans de telles

zones pourraient causer une explosion ou un incendie et entraîner des

dommages corporels ou un décès. Éteignez le notebook à proximité des

pompes à essence dans les stations service. Respectez les restrictions sur

l’utilisation des équipements radio dans les zones de dépôt, de stockage ou de

distribution d’essence, les usines chimiques, ou dans les endroits ou des

explosions sont en cours. Les zones possédant des risques d’explosion sont

généralement, mais pas toujours indiquées. Ces zones comprennent les zones

sous le pont des bateaux, les centres de stockage ou de transfert des produits

chimiques, les véhicules qui utilisent du gaz de pétrole liquéfié (comme le

propane ou le butane) et les zones où l’air peut contenir des particules ou des

produits chimiques, comme de la poussière, des grains ou de la poudre

métallique. N’allumez pas le notebook, lorsque l’utilisation des téléphones sans

fil est interdite ou lorsqu’il peut causer des interférences ou un danger.

Appels d’urgence

Avertissement : Vous ne pouvez pas effectuer d’appels d’urgence via cet

appareil. Pour effectuer un appel d’urgence, vous devez appeler via votre

téléphone mobile ou autre système d’appel téléphonique.

Instructions de mise au rebut

Ne jetez pas cet appareil électronique à la poubelle lors de sa mise

au rebut. Pour minimiser la pollution et assurer une protection

maximale de l’environnement global, veuillez la recycler. Pour plus

d’information sur les réglementations sur les déchets d’équipements

électriques et électroniques (DEEE), visitez

http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/

sustainability01.htm.

Recommandation sur le mercure

Pour les projecteurs à ampoule intégrée ou pour les appareils

électroniques contenant un moniteur ou un écran LCD/CRT nonr

rétro-éclairé : Les lampes à l’intérieur de ce produit contiennent du

mercure et doivent être recyclées ou mises au rebut selon les lois

locales, de l’état ou fédérales. Pour plus d’informations, contactez

l’alliance des industries électroniques à www.eiae.org

. Pour des

informations de mise au rebut spécifiques aux lampes, visitez

www.lamprecycle.org

.

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ENERGY STAR

Les produits qualifiés ENERGY STAR d'Acer vous font

économiser de l'argent en réduisant les coûts énergétiques et

en protégeant l'environnement, sans compromettre les

fonctionnalités ou les performances. Acer est fier d'offrir à ses

clients des produits pourvus du label ENERGY STAR.

Qu'est que ENERGY STAR ?

Les produits qualifiés ENERGY STAR utilisent moins d'énergie et empêchent les

émissions de gaz à effet de serre en respectant des directives strictes sur

l’efficacité énergétique définies par l’agence américaine de protection de

l’environnement. Acer s'engage à proposer dans le monde entier des produits

et services qui aident les consommateurs à faire des économies, à économiser

l'énergie et à améliorer la qualité de l'environnement. Plus nous pouvons

économiser d'énergie en étant plus efficaces, plus nous pourrons réduire les gaz

à effet de serre et les risques de changement climatique. Vous trouverez plus de

renseignements sur le site http://www.energystar.gov

ou

http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement

.

Les produits qualifiés ENERGY STAR Acer : (seulement pour certains modèles)

• Produisent moins de chaleur et réduisent les charges de

refroidissement, ainsi que les ambiances surchauffées.

• Passent automatiquement en mode de « veille écran » et « veille

ordinateur » respectivement après 10 et 30 minutes d'inactivité.

• Sortez l'ordinateur du mode veille en pressant une touche du clavier

ou en déplaçant la souris.

• En mode « veille », les ordinateurs économisent plus de 80 %

d'énergie.

ENERGY STAR et le label ENERGY STAR sont des marques déposées aux

États-Unis.

Conseils et informations pour une utilisation

confortable

Les utilisateurs d’informatique peuvent se plaindre de fatigue visuelle et de

mots de tête après une utilisation prolongée. Les utilisateurs ont également un

risque de blessure physique après de longues heures de travail devant un

ordinateur. De longues périodes de travail, une mauvaise position, de

mauvaises habitudes de travail, des conditions de travail inadaptées, la santé

personnelle et d’autres facteurs augmentent fortement le risque de blessure

physique.

Une utilisation incorrecte de l’ordinateur peut causer un syndrome du canal

carpien, une tendinite, une ténosynovite ou d’autres problèmes musculaires et

osseux. Les symptômes suivants peuvent apparaître dans les mains, les poignets,

les bras, les épaules, le cou ou le dos :

• une sensation d’engourdissement, de brûlure ou de fourmillement

• un endolorissement, une algie ou une sensibilité

• une douleur, une tuméfaction ou une inflammation

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•

une raideur ou une crampe

• un froid ou une faiblesse

Si vous avez ces symptômes ou tout autre gêne et/ou douleur récurrentes ou

persistantes en rapport avec l’utilisation de l’ordinateur, consultez un docteur

immédiatement et informez le service de santé et de sécurité de votre

entreprise.

La section suivante donne des conseils pour une utilisation plus confortable de

l’ordinateur.

Trouver votre zone de confort

Trouvez votre zone de confort en ajustant l’angle de vue du moniteur, en

utilisant un repose-pied ou en élevant votre position assise pour obtenir un

confort maximal. Respectez les conseils suivants:

• ne restez pas trop longtemps dans une position fixe

• évitez d’être avachi vers l’avant et/ou penché en arrière

• levez-vous et marchez un peu régulièrement pour réduire la fatigue

musculaire de vos jambes

• faites des petites pauses pour reposer votre cou et vos épaules

• évitez de raidir vos muscles ou de hausser vos épaules

• installez l’affichage externe, le clavier et la souris correctement et à

distance confortable

• si vous regardez votre moniteur plus que vos documents, placez l’affichage

au centre du bureau pour minimiser les douleurs au cou

Soin à apporter à votre vue

De longues heures de vision, en portant des lunettes ou lentilles incorrectes,

avec du reflet, une lumière excessive, des écrans mal réglés, des polices très

petites et des affichages avec faible contraste pourraient fatiguer vos yeux. Les

sections suivantes fournissent des suggestions pour réduire la fatigue visuelle.

Yeux

• Reposez vos yeux fréquemment.

• Faites faire des coupures à vos yeux régulièrement en regardant à côté du

moniteur et en faisant le point sur un point distant.

• Clignez fréquemment les yeux pour leur éviter de sécher.

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Affichage

• Maintenez votre affichage propre.

• Gardez votre tête à un niveau plus haut que le bord supérieur de

l’affichage pour que vos yeux regardent vers le bas lorsque vous regardez

au milieu de l’affichage.

• Ajustez la luminosité et/ou le contraste à un niveau confortable pour

améliorer la lisibilité du texte et la clarté des graphiques.

• Éliminez l’éclat et les réflexions en :

• plaçant votre affichage de manière à ce que le côté soit face à la

fenêtre ou toute autre source de lumière

• réduisant la lumière de la pièces en utilisant des rideaux, des stores ou

des volets

• utilisant une lampe articulée

• changeant l’angle de vue de l’affichage

• utilisant un filtre pour réduire le reflet

• utilisant un viseur d’affichage, comme un morceau de carton

débordant du bord supérieur de l’affichage

• évitant d’ajuster votre affichage à un angle de vue anormal.

• évitant de regarder des sources de lumière brillante, comme une fenêtre

ouverte, pendant de longues périodes de temps.

Prendre de bonnes habitudes de travail

Prenez les bonnes habitudes de travail suivantes pour une utilisation plus

reposante et productive de l’ordinateur :

• Faites des petites coupures régulièrement et souvent.

• Faites des exercices d’étirement.

• Respirez de l’air extérieur aussi souvent que possible.

• Faites des exercices régulièrement et conservez un corps en bonne santé.

Avertissement ! Il n’est pas recommandé d’utiliser l’ordinateur sur

un canapé ou un lit. Si c’est inévitable, travaillez seulement pour

de courtes périodes, faites des coupures régulières et faites des

exercices d’étirement.

Remarque : Pour plus d’informations, veuillez-vous reporter à

« Avis réglementaires et de sécurité » à la page 49.

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Pour commencer

Nous désirons vous remercier d’avoir fait d’un notebook Acer votre choix pour

répondre à vos besoins informatiques mobiles.

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