Acer Aspire 5710 User Manual

Aspire 5710/5710Z/5310 SeriesUser's Guide

xENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and w

80EnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant

81EnglishEnglishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice: Canadian

82EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y

83EnglishEnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the

84EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh

85EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro

86Englishwireless mouse/keyboard)• EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function)• EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G fu

87EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux

88English2 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

89EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

xiFinding your comfort zoneFind your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to a

90EnglishWe, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, ChinaContact Person: Mr

91EnglishEnglishLCD panel ergonomic specificationsDesign viewing distance 500 mmDesign inclination angle 0.0°Design azimuth angle 90.0°Viewing directi

92EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for xivaudio 36adjusting the volume 36troubleshooting 42Bbattery packbattery-low warning 49caring for

93Englisherror 78modem 69Nnetwork 70Notebook Managerhotkey 32num lock 30on indicator 26numeric keypadembedded 30Ppassword 67ty

xiiDeveloping good work habitsDevelop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive:• Take short breaks regularly a

xiiiFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Your guidesTo help yo

xivTo 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 buttonYo

xvTaking care of your battery packHere are some ways to take care of your battery pack:• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the

Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viiOperating environment viiMedical devices viiVehicle

Special keys 33Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 35Using a computer security lock 35Audio 36Adjusting the volume 36Using Dolby Home Theater

(for selected models) 59Remote control (for selected models) 60Remote functions 61Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 62VideoMagician 62DV Wizard 62DVDivine 6

Create backup 76Burn backup disc 77Restore and recovery 77Troubleshooting 78Troubleshooting tips 78Error messages 78Regulations and safety notices 80F

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

1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyThe Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage

2Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of location

3Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management op

5Empowering Technology3 Click "Apply" to save your new settings.To delete a power plan:You cannot delete the power plan you are currently us

6Empowering TechnologyAcer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on

7Empowering TechnologyAcer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external display

8Note: The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose the password, the supervisor password is

9Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa

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11Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Note: Models shipped with Windows Vista™ Starter Edition only support Acer eRecovery Management.Acer

12Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 76 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note

13Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modif

14Empowering TechnologyWindows Mobility CenterThe Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so yo

15EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

16English3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output.4 Power button Turns the computer on and off.5 Easy-launc

17EnglishClosed front view# Icon Item Description1 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman).2 Microphone-in

18EnglishLeft view# Icon Item Description1Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2 External display (VGA) port

19EnglishRight viewRear view# Icon Item Description1 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).2 Optical drive Internal

ivWarnings• 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 seri

20EnglishBase view# Icon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for remova

21EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows Vista™ Home Premium• Windows Vista™ Home Basic• Windows Vista™ StarterPlatform• Intel® Centrino® Duo

22EnglishStorage subsystem• 80/120/160/200/240/250 GB or larger hard disk drive• Optical drive options:• HD-DVD drive (for selected models)• DVD-Super

23EnglishSpecial keys and controls• 88-/89-/93-key keyboard, with inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel• Seamless touchpad

24EnglishSoftware• Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet, ePower, eAudio , ePresentation, eDataSecurity, eLock, eRecovery, eSettings Management)Note:

25EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.

26EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is clo

27EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: Empowering Ke

28EnglishTouchpadThe built-in seamless touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move y

29English• Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are s

vNote: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the p

30EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

31EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone, this key has the same

32EnglishHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output

33EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1 O

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35EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayPress the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on.Insert a pape

36EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and Dolby® certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers

37EnglishUsing Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel soundYour Acer notebook comes with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Do

38EnglishThe Playback Devices dialog box will pop up. There are three tabs: Playback, Recording and Sounds. Click the Playback tab, and then select Re

39EnglishUsing the system utilitiesAcer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This feature is only available on certain models.To enable the dual d

vidischarged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Us

40English1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Drag and drop each window into the ap

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42EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

43English• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn

44Englishrecovery CDs.Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system

45EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s

46EnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the fol

47EnglishEnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batte

48EnglishTo remove a battery pack:1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.Charging the batter

49EnglishEnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possib

viiTelephone line safety• Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing.• To avoid the remote risk of elec

50EnglishAcer Arcade (for selected models)Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your

51EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

52EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea

53EnglishVirtual keyboardWhenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboa

54EnglishCinemaIf your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. Thi

55EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

56EnglishTo add background music to a slide show, click on the "Slide Show Music" option. The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose m

57EnglishNote: For more details on editing video and all the associated features, please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu.MusicFor convenient access

58EnglishIt is also possible to burn combo CD/DVDs with music, photos, and film all in one. The possibilities are endless!For specific details about e

59EnglishAcer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center.Acer Arcade Deluxe extend

viiiPacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and

60EnglishRemote control (for selected models)If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table belo

61EnglishRemote functions*TeleText regions only.# Item Description1 Play Play selection2 Record Record TV3 Rewind Reverse playback or go to previous p

62EnglishStarting Acer Arcade DeluxeYou can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center. To do this, scroll up/down from t

63EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

64EnglishNote: 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

65EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

66EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

67EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

68EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

69EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

ixEmergency callsWarning: You cannot make emergency calls through this device. To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone

70EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

71EnglishExpressCardThe ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and

72EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

73EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi

74EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E

75EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

76EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th

77EnglishBurn backup discUsing the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the curre

78EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut

79EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente