Acer Aspire 2000 Owner's Manual

Acer Aspire 2000 series User’s guide

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Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

93EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® M Porcessor at 1.4 GHz or higher .Memory• DDR333 256MB/2GB(Max).• Dual 200-pin soDIMM sockets.• PC210

Appendix A Specifications94EnglishI/O ports• One type II PC Card slot (PCMCIA and CardBus).• One IEEE 1394 port• One RJ-11 modem jack (V.90/V.92, 56K)

95EnglishEnglishOptions• Additional AC adapter.• Additional Li-Ion battery pack.• Additional SODIMMs (256/512MB/1GB)

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Appendix B Notices

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.

99EnglishEnglishFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC

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Appendix B Notices100EnglishNotice: Canadian usersThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

101EnglishEnglishTelecommunications noticesA-Tick noticeFor safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. This inc

Appendix B Notices102Englisha When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.b If liquid has been spilled into the product.c If the product has been

103EnglishEnglishVARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLENADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN

Appendix B Notices104EnglishMacrovision copyright protection noticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by meth

105EnglishEnglishNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.Regulatory InformationThe Wireless module mu

Appendix B Notices106EnglishCanada Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements The device is certified to the requirements of the RSS-210 for LEL

107EnglishEnglishDeclaration of Conformity (Dual-Band MiniPCI Adapter)[to be supplied]Product Descriptions: Intel® PRO/Wireless 2100A LAN 3B MiniPCI A

Appendix B Notices108EnglishTranslated Statements of Compliance[English]This product follows the provisions of the European Directive 1999/5/EC.Europe

109EnglishEnglish+Subject to verification.Transmit Power Restrictions802.11b Transmit PowerEuropean standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power

Your Aspire 2000 series notebook computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design. Incr

Appendix B Notices110Englishthat could be operating nearby. Decreasing the transmit power level will reduce the radio coverage.

111EnglishEnglishSetting Transmit Power Using the Intel PROSet Configuration Utility1.Start Intel PROSet. In the PROSet interface, click the Adapter t

Appendix B Notices112EnglishThe default setting under EIRP is ON. This setting is not modifiable by the user.The default transmission power setting on

113EnglishEnglishDepartments in Which the Intel Wireless LAN MiniPCI Adapter Cannot Be UsedThe Intel® PRO/Wireless 2100A LAN MiniPCI Adapter cannot cu

Appendix B Notices114EnglishMaximum allowable EIRP 802.11b wireless LAN cards in the mainland departments of France not shown in the table above are a

115EnglishEnglish4.On the Advanced tab, check the Wireless device off (radio off) check box, and click OK.Japan Indoor use only.United States USA and

Appendix B Notices116EnglishWarning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an

117EnglishEnglishbeing produced under this Declaration of Conformity, within the variation that can be expected due to quantity production and tested

Appendix B Notices118EnglishExposure to Radio Frequency RadiationThe radiated output power of the Wireless module is far below the FCC radio frequency

119EnglishEnglishIndexAACPI 39audio 29, 30connecting externally 46troubleshooting 87Bbattery bay 11battery packbattery-low warning

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

Index120EnglishLlaunch keys 24Mmemoryinstalling 50upgrading 50microphonetroubleshooting 88modemsetting location 89mouseconnecting exter

Getting familiar with your computer4English4 Stereo Speakers Produce stereo sound5 Touchpad Touch sensitive pad that functions like a computer mouse.

5EnglishEnglishFront view # Item Description1 Headphone-in jack Connects headphones for audio output2 Microphone-in jack Connects an external microph

Getting familiar with your computer6EnglishTop view # Item Description1 Built-in Microphone For recording audio on the computer2 Status Indicator LED

7EnglishEnglishLeft view # Item Description1 PC card slot The slot supports a standard Type II PC card (PCMCIA or CardBus).2 PC card eject button Pres

Getting familiar with your computer8EnglishRight view # Item Description1 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g.,infrared printer, IR-a

9EnglishEnglishRear view# Item Description1 S-video Connects to a television or display device with S-video input.2 External display port Connects an

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

Getting familiar with your computer10English6 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax/data modem to a phone line.7 Parallel port Connects a parallel dev

11EnglishEnglishBottom view # Item Description1 Mini-PCI Slot Slot for adding mini-PCI cards2 Hard disk bay Removable cover provides access to the com

Getting familiar with your computer12EnglishFeaturesPerformance• Intel® Pentium® M Porcessor at 1.4 GHz or higher .• 2 memory slots supporting 333 M

13EnglishEnglishDisplay• The 15.4” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. The Thin-Film Transistor (TFT)

Getting familiar with your computer14EnglishIndicatorsYour computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to

15EnglishEnglishThe five indicators located at the front of the unit provide the follow-ing status information: Scroll Lock activity.Icon Item Descri

Getting familiar with your computer16EnglishKeyboardThe keyboard features full-size keys with an embedded keypad, sepa-rate cursor control keys, two

17EnglishEnglishEmbedded keypadThe embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small blue numbers and characters on th

Getting familiar with your computer18EnglishMain keyboard keys Hold down the Fn key while typing letters using the embedded keypad keys. Simultaneous

19EnglishEnglishWindows keys The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows-specific func-tions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this ke

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 com-puter.:For more informati

Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishHot keysUsing the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for

21EnglishEnglishEuro keyYour computer supports the new Euro currency character. First, hold down the Alt Gr key, and then press the Euro key.Fn + F6 S

Getting familiar with your computer22EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface.

23EnglishEnglishNote: Keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad, clean and dry. The touchpad is sensitive to your finger movements: th

Getting familiar with your computer24EnglishLaunch keysLocated at the top of the keyboard are four buttons, in addition to the power button. These b

25EnglishEnglishStorageYour computer's all-in-one design offers a variety of data storage options:• The high capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk driv

Getting familiar with your computer26EnglishEjecting the optical disc To eject the optical disc :• With the computer turned on, press the optical dri

27EnglishEnglishConnectivity optionsYour computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone

Getting familiar with your computer28EnglishFax/data modemYour computer features a built-in fax/data modem, enabling you to communicate over a phone

29EnglishEnglishAudioYour computer includes an integrated stereo audio system. Embedded sub-woofer provides tight and precise bass performance for sou

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 computer30EnglishAspire Media Console The Acer Aspire 2000 notebook computer features a convenient Media Console that incl

31EnglishEnglishSecuring your computer Your computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a slot for a Kensington lock an

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Operating on battery power

Your Aspire 2000 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as

35EnglishEnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has

Operating on battery power36EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and dis-charged three times.Use this conditioning proc

37EnglishEnglishTo 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 power38English• Look after your AC adapter and battery. Battery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Window

39EnglishEnglishPower managementYour computer features a built-in power management unit that con-stantly monitors system activity. System activity ref

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

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Peripherals and options

Your Aspire 2000 series notebook computer offers good expansion capabilities.This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand you

43EnglishEnglishExternal display devicesYou can connect an external (VGA) monitor or projector to your com-puter's external display port. See the

Peripherals and options44EnglishUSB devicesYour computer features three USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports for connecting a range of USB peripheral

45EnglishEnglishIEEE 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 options46EnglishPrinterYour computer supports both parallel and USB printers.Refer to the printer's manual for information on:•

47EnglishEnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II PC card (PCMCIA or CardBus). This grea

Peripherals and options48EnglishTo 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

49EnglishEnglishMiscellaneous optionsBattery packIt is a good idea to have a spare battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatl

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Peripherals and options50EnglishKey component upgradesYour computer is designed to deliver solid performance. However, in time, you might find that y

51EnglishEnglish2 Turn the computer over to access the memory compartment on the bottom of the unit. Remove the screw from the memory compartment door

Peripherals and options52EnglishHard disk upgradeIt is possible to replace your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage spa

Moving with your computer

Your Aspire 2000 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when trav

55EnglishEnglishDisconnecting from the desktopBefore moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals:1 Save your work a

Moving with your computer56EnglishMoving aroundSometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move f

57EnglishEnglishTaking the computer homeWhen you move between your office and home you will need to pre-pare your computer for the short trip.Preparin

Moving with your computer58EnglishSetting up a home officeIf you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile p

59EnglishEnglishTraveling with the computerSometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer.Preparing the computerPrepare the computer

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

Moving with your computer60EnglishTraveling internationally with your computerOccasionally you might need to travel between countries with your compu

Software

Your Aspire 2000 series notebook computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your c

63EnglishEnglishSystem softwareYour computer comes preloaded with the following software:• Microsoft Windows operating system.• Hardware BIOS setup ut

Software64EnglishConsole display greeting is changeble by users under English Operat-ing System.When using the default setting, WLAN is always on an

65EnglishEnglishAspire ArcadeInstant-on ArcadeInstant-on Arcade is a state-of-the-art software that offers an integra-tion of the best in digital medi

Software66EnglishAlbumAspire Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide-show, from any available drive on your computer. Click th

67EnglishEnglishExample2Step1:Click the“Cinema” on the “Aspire Arcade” screen (The "Cinema" will be shown on the console display) Step2:Inse

Software68EnglishMedia Controls

69EnglishEnglishHot keyHot key FunctionFn+F1 On- line help menuFn+F3 Battery infoFn+F5 Display toggleFn+F6 Screen blankFn+F8 Speaker toggleFn + Subwoo

EnglishBattery-low warning 38Power management 39Peripherals and options 41External display devices 43External input devices 43External keyboard 43Exte

Software70EnglishFunction Note: Track pad is not working under Instant-on Arcade.No power managment is available under instant-on Arcade.Mode Support

71EnglishEnglishWindows ArcadeAspire Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies, and videos. To watch or listen, click a content but

Software72EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Home page opens the corresponding content page. The content pages have buttons o

73EnglishEnglishPlayer controlsWhen watching video clips, movies, or slideshows as full-screen visual content two pop-up control panels are shown when

Software74EnglishCinemaIf your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and Video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema feature of Aspire A

75EnglishEnglishThe “Colour profile” option allows you to select from a list of colour configurations to change the overall colour of the video conten

Software76EnglishAlbumAspire Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide-show, from any available drive on your computer. Click th

77EnglishEnglishTo view a slideshow, open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view - then click the “Play slideshow” button. The slideshow

Software78EnglishThe select music page is displayed allowing you to choose music from your personal music library.Click the “Restore to factory setti

79EnglishEnglishVideoTo open the Video function, click the “Video” button on the Home page.Note: The Video feature is designed for video file playback

EnglishSoftware 61System software 63Launch Manager 63Aspire Arcade 65Instant-on Arcade 65Features and Benefits 65Cinema 65Album 66Music 66Media Contro

Software80English- trim video and audio content to desired length- add a special effect to a video clip- adjust the sharpness, contrast, and/or colou

81EnglishEnglishBurnerNTI CD/DVD-Maker simplifies today’s digital lifestyle by providing and easy and complete solution for recording data, audio, pho

Software82EnglishFunctionNote:Auto media detection will only function under main menu.Mode Support Not SupportCinema DVD/ SVCDVCD/MiniDVDDTSLiner PCM

83EnglishEnglishBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS (basic input/output system) contains important information used to configure the hardware and system softwa

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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

87EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power button, but my computer d

Troubleshooting88English• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the ico

89EnglishEnglishThe printer does not work.Check the following:• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and it is turned on.• Check