Acer 1670 User Manual

Acer Aspire 1670 Series User’s Guide

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.

91EnglishEnglishEnergy Star Guidelines ComplianceAs an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guideline

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices92EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

93EnglishEnglishIf your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If p

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices94EnglishNotice for New ZealandFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for

95EnglishEnglishFor modem with approval number PTC 211/01/0301 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Teleco

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices96EnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.1 Fo

97EnglishEnglishd If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered b

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices98EnglishPRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE IADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE

99EnglishEnglishDepending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth® module

Getting familiar with your computer

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices100Englishertheless, the Aspire series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact d

101EnglishEnglish2 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

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices102EnglishExposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102)The Acer Aspire series employs low gain integral antennas

103EnglishEnglishFederal Communications CommissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices104EnglishAcer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., HsichihTaipei Hsien 221, Taiwan, R.O.C.Tel : 886

105EnglishEnglishIndexAaudio 28connecting externally 44controlling volume 28troubleshooting 80Bbattery packbattery-low warning 36caring

106Englishconnecting externally 41embedded numeric keypad 14hotkeys 16lock keys 13troubleshooting 80Windows keys 15keypadconnecting

107EnglishEnglishUUSBconnecting 42Vvolumeadjusting 28WwarrantyInternational Traveler’s Warran-ty 82Windows 64Windows keys 15

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Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design. Incr

3EnglishEnglishA tour of your computerAfter setting up your new Aspire notebook computer, as illustrated in the Just for starters… poster, take a few

Getting familiar with your computer4English2 Launch Keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See“Launch keys” on page 21 for more details.

5EnglishEnglishFront view # Item Description1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.2 Power indicator Lights green when the com

Getting familiar with your computer6EnglishLeft view # Item Description1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2

7EnglishEnglishRight view # Item Description1 Line-in/Mic-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player and stereo walkman).2 Speaker/L

Getting familiar with your computer8EnglishRear view# Item Description1 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer t

9EnglishEnglishBottom view # Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery release latch Unlatches to remove the bat

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such chan

Getting familiar with your computer10EnglishFeaturesPerformance• Intel® Pentium® 4 processors 2.8/3.0/3.2/3.4/3.6 GHz or Intel® Celeron® processors 2.

11EnglishEnglishConnectivity• Integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection• Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem• Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 por

Getting familiar with your computer12EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has three easy-to-read status icons below the display screen.In addition, there are

13EnglishEnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function

Getting familiar with your computer14EnglishEmbedded numeric keypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicate

15EnglishEnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has t

Getting familiar with your computer16EnglishHot keysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like s

17EnglishEnglishFn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both the display screen a

Getting familiar with your computer18EnglishSpecial KeyYou can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of yo

19EnglishEnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The cursor responds to your f

iiiEnglishEnglishFirst things firstYo u r g u i d e sA set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer:For more information

Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishNote: Keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad, clean and dry. The touchpad is sensitive

21EnglishEnglishLaunch keysLocated at the upper-right above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated a

Getting familiar with your computer22EnglishBluetooth®. However, the Wireless and Bluetooth® keys cannot be reset by users.Caution: It is important th

23EnglishEnglishStorageYour computer offers a variety of data storage options:• The high capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk drive.The hard drive is upgra

Getting familiar with your computer24EnglishEjecting the optical drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray:• With the computer turned on, press the op

25EnglishEnglishConnectivity optionsYour computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone

Getting familiar with your computer26EnglishFax/Data modemYour computer features a built-in fax/data modem, enabling you to communicate over a phone l

27EnglishEnglishFast infraredThe computer’s fast infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and periphe

Getting familiar with your computer28EnglishAudioYour computer includes an integrated stereo audio system. Built-in stereo speakers are located at the

29EnglishEnglishSecuring your computerYour computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a slot for a Kensington lock and

ivEnglishNote: If you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds. You should th

Getting familiar with your computer30English

Operating on battery power

Your , Aspire 1670 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well

33EnglishEnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has

Operating on battery power34EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning proces

35EnglishEnglishTo remove a battery pack:1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.Charging the

Operating on battery power36EnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapte

37EnglishEnglishPower managementYour computer features a built-in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity. System activity refe

Operating on battery power38English

Peripherals and options

vEnglishEnglishTaking care of your battery packIt is also important that you look after your computer's battery pack.• Use the correct battery mo

Your , Aspire 1670 series notebook computer offers good expansion capabilities.This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand y

41EnglishEnglishExternal display devicesYou can connect an external (VGA) monitor or projector to your computer's external display port.Use the F

Peripherals and options42EnglishUSB devicesYour computer features four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals

43EnglishEnglishIEEE 1394 PortThe computer’s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported device like a digital video camera.See you

Peripherals and options44EnglishPrinterYour computer supports USB printers.Refer to the printer's manual for information on:• Setting up the har

45EnglishEnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features one PC Card slot that support one standard Type II CardBus (PCMCIA). This greatly incr

Peripherals and options46EnglishTo remove a PC Card:1 Close the application that is using the PC Card.2 Double click on the PC Card icon on the taskb

47EnglishEnglishMiscellaneous optionsBattery packIt is a good idea to have a spare battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatl

Peripherals and options48EnglishKey component upgradesYour computer is designed to deliver solid performance. However, in time, you might find that y

49EnglishEnglish3 Insert the memory module diagonally in the slot (1), and then press down gently until it clicks in place (2). 4 Replace the memory c

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Peripherals and options50English

Moving with your computer

Your , Aspire 1670 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when tr

53EnglishEnglishDisconnecting from the desktopBefore moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals:1 Save your work a

Moving with your computer54EnglishMoving aroundSometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move f

55EnglishEnglishTaking the computer homeWhen you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip.Preparing

Moving with your computer56EnglishSetting up a home officeIf you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile p

57EnglishEnglishTraveling internationally with your computerOccasionally you might need to travel between countries with your computer.Preparing the c

Moving with your computer58English

Software

EnglishFirst things first iiiYour guides iiiBasic care and tips for using your computer iiiGetting familiar with your computer 1A tour of your compute

Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your c

61EnglishEnglishSystem softwareYour computer comes preloaded with the following software:• Microsoft® Windows® operating system• Hardware BIOS Setup U

Software62EnglishUsing system utilitiesAcer eManagerAcer eManager is an innovative sofware designed for frequently used functions. At the press of th

63EnglishEnglishLaunch ManagerThe Acer Launch Manager allows you to set the programmable launch keys, including the default mail and Web browswer keys

Software64EnglishWindows ArcadeAspire Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies, and videos. To watch or listen, click a content b

65EnglishEnglishArcade Hot keys When running in the Windows environment, the key combinations listed below are available to control and fine-tune the

Software66EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature’s home page. The content pages

67EnglishEnglishArcade controlsWhen watching video clips, movies, or slideshows as full-screen visual content two pop-up control panels are shown when

Software68EnglishCinemaIf your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and Video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Aspire

69EnglishEnglishSelect an output type:• 4:3 Standard or 16:9 Widescreen according to your display preferences •The Letterbox option displays complete

Peripherals and options 39External display devices 41External input devices 41External keyboard 41External keypad 41External pointing device 41USB dev

Software70EnglishAlbumAspire Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide-show, from any available drive on your computer. Click Al

71EnglishEnglishTo view a slideshow, open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view - then click Play slideshow. The slideshow is played fu

Software72EnglishVideoTo open the Video function, click Video on the Arcade Home page, to open the Video Home page.Note: The Video feature is designe

73EnglishEnglishWhen you have your raw footage on hand, you can use PowerDirector to perform the following tasks:- acquire video and audio content- tr

Software74EnglishAudio - create your own greatest hits CDsCreate better sounding music in a snap. Burn your favourite songs to CD so you can listen t

75EnglishEnglishAcer Disc to Disc RecoveryNote: This feature is only available on certain models.Multilingual operating system installationFollow the

Software76English1 Restart the system.2 The instruction "Press <F2> to Enter BIOS" is shown at the bottom of the screen, during POST.

Troubleshooting

This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Please read it before calling a technician.Solutions to more serious problems m

79EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power button, but my computer d

EnglishUsing system utilities 62Acer eManager 62Launch Manager 63BIOS Utility 63Windows Arcade 64Arcade Hot keys 65Finding and playing content 66Arcad

Troubleshooting80EnglishThere is no audio coming from my computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume contr

81EnglishEnglish• If the disc is OK, the drive head might be dirty. Clean it using a drive head cleaning kit.The printer does not work.Check the follo

Troubleshooting82EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW

Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

85EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® 4 processors 2.8/3.0/3.2/3.4/3.6 GHz or Intel® Celeron® processors 2.6 GHz and above or Intel® Celeron

Appendix A Specifications86EnglishAudio• Two built-in stereo speakers• MS DirectSound compatible• Audio ports for microphone-in and headphonesKeyboard

87EnglishEnglishEnvironment• Temperature:- Operating: 5°C ~ 35°C- Non-operating: -20°C ~ 65°C• Humidity (non-condensing):- Operating: 20% ~ 80% RH- No

Appendix A Specifications88English

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices