Acer Aspire 9300 User Manual

Aspire 9300/7000 SeriesUser's Guide

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

82Englishwireless 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

83EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux

84English2 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

85EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

86EnglishWe, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, ChinaContact Person: Mr

87EnglishEnglishLCD panel ergonomic specificationsDesign viewing distance 500 mmDesign inclination angle 0.0°Design azimuth angle 90.0°Viewing directi

88EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for xiiiaudio 36troubleshooting 41Bbattery packbattery-low warning 47caring for xivcharacteristics 4

89Englishmodem 67Nnetwork 68Notebook Managerhotkey 32num lock 30on indicator 26numeric keypadembedded 30Ppassword 65types 65PC

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

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

xiiiTo 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 t

xivTaking 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 th

Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viOperating environment viMedical devices viVehicles v

Adjusting the volume 36Using the system utilities 37Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37Launch Manager 38Norton Internet Security 39Frequently

Moving around 61Preparing the computer 61What to bring to meetings 62Taking the computer home 62Preparing the computer 62What to take with you 62Speci

Radio device regulatory notice 81General 81European Union (EU) 81The FCC RF safety requirement 83Canada — Low-power license-exempt radiocommunication

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

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

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

7Empowering TechnologyAcer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accesse

8Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical

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10Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create full or incremental

11Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 73 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note

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

12Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modif

13Empowering TechnologyWindows Mobility CenterThe Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so yo

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

16EnglishClosed front view3 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and compo

17EnglishLeft view3 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones.4 Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF supportConnects to audio

18EnglishRight view# Icon Item Description1 PC Card slot eject buttonEjects the PC Card from the slot.2 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.3 5-i

19EnglishRear view# Icon Item Description1 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).2 S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) portConn

20EnglishBase view# Item Description1 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Do not c

21EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows Vista™ Home Basic• Windows Vista™ Home Premium Platform Aspire 9300 SeriesAMD Turion™ 64 X2 Mobile Te

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

22EnglishDisplay and graphics• 17" WXGA+ high-brightness (200 nit) Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneo

23EnglishPower subsystem• ACPI 2.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes• 71 W 4800 mAh (8-cell) or 44 W

24EnglishI/O interface• PC Card slot (one Type II)• Four USB 2.0 ports• External display (VGA) port• S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port• Headphones/speake

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

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

27English1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.Easy-launch buttonsT

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

29EnglishNote: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; hence, the lighter t

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

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

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

33English<Fn> + <↑> Volume up Increases the sound volume.<Fn> + <↓> Volume down Decreases the sound volume. <Fn> + <→

34EnglishSpecial 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

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 built-in stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeUse hotkeys to easily adjus

37EnglishUsing the system utilitiesAcer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This feature is only available on certain models.To enable the dual d

38English1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Drag and drop each window into the ap

39EnglishNorton Internet SecurityNorton Internet Security is an anti-virus utility that can protect against viruses, keeping your data safe and secure

40EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

41EnglishNo 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

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

42EnglishNote: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the in

43EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s

44EnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the fol

45EnglishEnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batte

46EnglishTo 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

47EnglishEnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possib

48EnglishAcer Arcade (for selected models)Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your

49EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

50EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea

51EnglishVirtual keyboardWhenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboa

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

52EnglishCinemaIf 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

53EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

54EnglishTo 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

55EnglishNote: For more details on editing video and all the associated features, please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu.MusicFor convenient access

56EnglishIt 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

57EnglishAcer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center.Acer Arcade Deluxe extend

58EnglishRemote control (for selected models)If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table belo

59EnglishRemote functions*TeleText regions only.# Item Description1 Play Play selection2 Record Record TV3 Rewind Reverse playback or go to previous p

60EnglishStarting Acer Arcade DeluxeYou can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center. To do this, scroll up/down from t

61EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

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

62EnglishNote: 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

63EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

64EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

65EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

66EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

67EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

68EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

69EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

70EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

71EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego

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

72EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

73EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th

74EnglishBurn backup discUsing the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the curre

75EnglishEnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs

76EnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant

77EnglishEnglishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice: Canadian

78EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y

79EnglishEnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the

80EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh

81EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro