Acer TravelMate 3000 Owner's Manual

TravelMate 3000 SeriesUser's Guide

1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyAcer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions

2Empowering TechnologyFor more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility an

3Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock ManagementAcer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and flo

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance ManagementAcer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer

5Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provide

6Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings ManagementAcer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system healt

7Empowering TechnologyAC modeThe default setting is "Maximum Performance." You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or c

8Empowering Technology• Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed, and set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or St

9EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

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

10EnglishClosed front view3 Status indicatorsLight-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and compon

11EnglishLeft view6 Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF supportConnects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones).7Microphone ja

12EnglishRight view# Icon Item Description1 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.2 4-in-1 card reader Accepts Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Mult

13EnglishRear viewBase view# Icon Item Description1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.3 124-p

14EnglishSpecifications3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.4 Ventilation slots Enable the

15EnglishStorage subsystem40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disk driveOptical drive options:• DVD-Dual double-layer•DVD/CD-RW combo4-in-1 card reader (MS/MS Pr

16EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Software Acer

17EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.The power, battery and wireless communicat

18English1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.Easy-launch buttonsL

19EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finge

iiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the

20EnglishNote: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; hence, the lighter t

21EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

22EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce

23EnglishHotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches

24EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1 Open a text editor or

25EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.When

26EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and dual stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume on the com

27EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This

28EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr

29EnglishYou can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.Norton AntiVirusNorton

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

30EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

31EnglishNo audio is heard from the computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on t

32English• 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

33EnglishTo start the recovery process:1 Restart the system.2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to ente

34EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

35EnglishNote: 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

36EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

37EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

38EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

39EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

vTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Windows shutdown commandClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off.• Use the

40EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

41EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

42EnglishUniversal 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

43EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

44EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

45EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego

46EnglishNote: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Please refer to the online help for more inform

47EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th

48EnglishRestore from backupYou can restore backups previously created (as stated in the Create backup section) from hard disk, CD or DVD.1 Boot to Wi

49English5 In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/drivers and click Next.6 Select the desired driver/application and follow th

viTaking 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

50EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut

51EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente

52EnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets th

53EnglishEnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this

54EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y

55EnglishEnglishNotice for New ZealandFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indi

56English3 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will a

57EnglishEnglish8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension c

58EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh

59EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro

Disposal instructions iiiFirst things first ivYour guides ivBasic care and tips for using your computer ivTurning your computer on and off ivTaking ca

60EnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg

61EnglishEnglish2 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 b

62EnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the foll

63EnglishEnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the followin

64EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 26adjusting the volume 26troubleshooting 31Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 44brigh

65Englishon indicator 17numeric keypadembedded 21Ppassword 38types 38PC Card 43ejecting 43inserting 43ports 40printertroublesh

Taking your notebook PC with you 34Disconnecting from the desktop 34Moving around 34Preparing the computer 34What to bring to meetings 35Taking the co

Troubleshooting tips 50Error messages 50Regulations and safety notices 52ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 52FCC notice 52Modem notices 53Important sa