Acer Ferrari 3000 Owner's Manual

Acer Ferrari 3000 User’s guide

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Getting familiar with your computer

Your Ferrari 3000 computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design. Increase your produ

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 computer4EnglishFront view 4 Click buttons (left, center and right)The left and right buttons function like the left and r

5EnglishEnglish24-in-1 card reader1Reads cards from Smart Media, Memory Stick, MultiMedia, and Secure Digital cards.34-in-1 card reader1 indicatorDisp

Getting familiar with your computer6EnglishLeft view # Item Description1 Four USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse,

7EnglishEnglishRight view # Item Description1 Optical drive DVD dual for reading both DVD+/-RWs and writing to DVD+/-RWs.2 Optical disc access indicat

Getting familiar with your computer8EnglishRear view# Item Description1 Modem jack Connects to a phone line.2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10

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

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 computer10English8 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Don’t cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.9 Persona

11EnglishEnglishFeaturesPerformance• AMD AthlonTM XP-M processor at available in 2500+ and higher.• Memory upgradeable up to 2 GB with 2 slots (Only o

Getting familiar with your computer12English• Fast infrared wireless communication• Four USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports• IEEE 1394 port• InviLi

13EnglishEnglishIndicatorsThe computer has three easy-to-read status indicators below the dis-play screen, and two on the front of the computer.The Po

Getting familiar with your computer14EnglishUsing the KeyboardThe full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two

15EnglishEnglishEmbedded numeric keypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric key-pad. It is indicated by small characters locat

Getting familiar with your computer16EnglishWindows keys The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows-specific functions.Note : If an external

17EnglishEnglishHot keysUsing the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling various functions

Getting familiar with your computer18EnglishFn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected)

19EnglishEnglishThe Euro symbolIf your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a Europe

iiiEnglishEnglishFirst things firstYour guidesA set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer.:For more information on our

Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishNote: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typograph

21EnglishEnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move you

Getting familiar with your computer22EnglishTapping on the touchpad produces similar results.• Use the 4-way scroll (2) button (top/bottom/left and r

23EnglishEnglishLaunch KeysLocated above the keyboard are five buttons. The left-most button is the power button. To the right of the power button are

Getting familiar with your computer24EnglishAside from the email checking function, there is a mail button that is used to launch the email applicati

25EnglishEnglishStorageThis computer supplies you with the following media storage:• The High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk• The high speed optical

Getting familiar with your computer26EnglishEjecting the optical drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the

27EnglishEnglishAudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio, and includes a built-in sensitive microphone and dual stereo spe

Getting familiar with your computer28EnglishConnectivity optionsYour computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network

29EnglishEnglishFax/data modemYour computer has a built-in V.92 56Kbps AC’97 Link fax/data modem.Warning: This modem port is not compatible with digit

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 computer30EnglishFast infrared The computer’s fast infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other

31EnglishEnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your

Getting familiar with your computer32Englishon boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security.• Hard Disk Password protects your data by pr

Operating on battery power

Your Ferrari 3000 computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as information on

35EnglishEnglishBattery packThe computer uses a re-chargeable Li-Ion battery pack.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the following chara

Operating on battery power36EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning proce

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 power38EnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapt

39EnglishEnglishPower managementYour computer features a built-in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity. System activity refe

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 Ferrari 3000 computer offers good expansion capabilities.This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand your system. It al

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

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

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 great

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

51EnglishEnglish3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (a), then gently press it down (b) until it clicks into place.4 Replace the memory

Peripherals and options52English

Moving with your computer

Your Ferrari 3000 computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling with your

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 prepare your computer for the short trip.Preparing

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 Ferrari 3000 computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your computer.

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

Software64EnglishBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS (basic input/output system) contains important information used to configure the hardware and system soft

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

67EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power button, but my computer d

Troubleshooting68EnglishThere is no audio coming from my computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume contr

69EnglishEnglishThe optical drive cannot read a disc.Check the following:• Make sure that the disc is supported by the drive. If your computer has a C

EnglishOptimizing battery life 37Battery-low warning 38Power management 39Peripherals and options 41External display devices 43External input devices

Troubleshooting70EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW)

71EnglishEnglishYou are required to provide the following information:Name:______________________________________Address:_____________________________

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Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

75EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• AMD AthlonTM XP-M processors at 2500+ Memory• Main memory expandable to 2GB• Dual 200-pin soDIMM sockets• Support 256

Appendix A Specifications76EnglishI/O ports• One Type II CardBus PC Card slot• One RJ-45 network jack (Fast Ethernet 10/100)• One RJ-11 modem jack (V.

77EnglishEnglishPower• 65Wh 8-cell Li-Ion battery pack • 90-Watt AC adapter, auto sensing 100~240 Vac, 50~60Hz Options• 512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade

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Appendix B Notices

EnglishSoftware 61System software 63Launch Manager 63BIOS Setup Utility 64Troubleshooting 65Frequently asked questions 67Requesting service 70Internat

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.

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Appendix B Notices82English

83EnglishEnglishModem noticesTBR 21This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - "TBR 21"] for pan-European single terminal

Appendix B Notices84English5 Slots and openings are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overh

85EnglishEnglish14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type:

Appendix B Notices86EnglishADVARSEL!Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat o

87EnglishEnglishIndexAACPI 39audio 27adjusting the volume 27connecting externally 46troubleshooting 68Bbattery packbattery-low warning

Index88EnglishIITW. See warrantyKkeyboard 14connecting externally 43embedded numeric keypad 15hotkeys 17lock keys 14troubleshooting

89EnglishEnglishTtouchpad 21hotkey 18using 21– 22travelinternational flights 60local trips 59UUSBconnecting 44utilityBIOS Setup