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Extensa 5620/5620Z/5220

Series

User's Guide

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation

to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new

editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes

no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents

hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a

particular purpose.

Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in

the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label

affixed to your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial

number, model number and purchase information.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in

any form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or otherwise,

without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Model number: __________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________________

Place of purchase: ________________________________

Extensa 5620/5620Z/5220 Series User's Guide

Original Issue: 01/2008

Extensa 5620/5620Z/5220 Series Notebook PC

Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies'

product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to

their respective companies.

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Information for your safety and

comfort

Safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Turning the product off before cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to

the power supply unit:

Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC

power outlet.

Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the

computer.

If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system

by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

CAUTION for Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible

and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to

disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the

electrical outlet.

CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA & Express Slot

Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA & Express

slot. Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal object, or other particles.

Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot.

CAUTION for Listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

•Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.

•Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.

•Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.

•Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

•Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

Warnings

•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 seriously damaged.

•Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These

openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be

blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat

•Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could

result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into

the product.

•To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,

do not place the product on a vibrating surface.

•Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment

which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor

devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery

pack.

Using electrical power

•This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult

your dealer or local power company.

•Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this

product where people will walk on the cord.

•If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total

ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not

exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total

rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse

rating.

•Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too

many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch

circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of

the power strip's input rating.

•This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.

The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet

is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert

the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for

details.

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and/or injury.

and/or injury.and/or injury.

Note:

Note:Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from

unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that

may interfere with the performance of this product.

•Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need

to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets

the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type

SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6

meters (15 feet) maximum length.

Product servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers

may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel when:

•the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed

•liquid was spilled into the product

•the product was exposed to rain or water

•the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged

•the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service

•the product does not operate normally after following the operating

instructions

Note:

Note:Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may

result in damage and will often require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.

Guidelines for safe battery usage

This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or

corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat

source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave

oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over

60°C (140°F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak

acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not

pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the battery leaks and you come into

contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical

attention immediately. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the

battery, charging will not occur at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C

(104°F).

The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three

complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and

discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the

operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use

only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Acer

approved chargers designated for this device.

Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery

that is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can

occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip or pen causes direct connection

of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like

metal strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a

spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may

damage the battery or the connecting object.

The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in

hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter. Always try to

keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or

cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged.

Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also

explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please

recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.

Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery, which

could affect performance.

Potentially explosive environments

Switch off your device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and

obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas

where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in

such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even

death. Switch off the notebook near gas pumps at service stations. Observe

restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage and

distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress.

Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always,

marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage

facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane),

and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or

metal powders. Do not switch the notebook on when wireless phone use is

prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.

Replacing the battery pack

The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as

that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may

present a risk of fire or explosion.

Warning! Batteries may ex

Warning! Batteries may exWarning! Batteries may explode if not handled

plode if not handled

plode if not handled plode if not handled properly. Do not

properly. Do not

properly. Do not properly. Do not

disassemble or dispose of them

disassemble or dispose of them disassemble or dispose of them in fire.

in fire.

in fire. in fire. Keep them away from

Keep them away from

Keep them away from Keep them away from

children. Follow lo

children. Follow lochildren. Follow local regulations when

cal regulations when

cal regulations whencal regulations when disposing of used

disposing of used

disposing of used disposing of used

batteries.

batteries.batteries.

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Telephone line safety

•Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or

before servicing.

•To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect

the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms.

Warning! For safety reasons,

Warning! For safety reasons, Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts

do not use non-compliant parts

do not use non-compliant parts do not use non-compliant parts

when adding or c

when adding or cwhen adding or changing compo

hanging compo

hanging compohanging compon

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Additional safety information

Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of

the reach of small children.

Operating environment

Warning! For safety reasons,

Warning! For safety reasons, Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radi

turn off all wireless or radi

turn off all wireless or raditurn off all wireless or radio

o o

transmitting devi

transmitting devitransmitting devices when using your lapto

ces when using your lapto

ces when using your laptoces when using your laptop under the following

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conditions. These d

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wireless lan (WLAN

wireless lan (WLANwireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G

), Bluetooth and/or 3G

), Bluetooth and/or 3G), Bluetooth and/or 3G.

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always

switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause

interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions.

This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally, and it and its

antenna are positioned at least 1.5 centimeters (5/8 inches) away from your

body (refer to the figure below). It should not contain metal and you should

position the device the above-stated distance from your body. To successfully

transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good quality connection

to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be

delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure that the above separation

distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Parts of

the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device, and

persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the

hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the

device, because information stored on them may be erased.

Medical devices

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may

interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.

Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if

they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any

questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations

posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities

may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions..

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Pacemakers.

Pacemakers.Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation

of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a

pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These

recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and

recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers

should do the following:

•Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the

pacemaker

•Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o. If

you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it

Hearing aids.

Hearing aids.Hearing aids.

Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing

aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic

systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic

antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag

systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its

representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only

qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle.

Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any

warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless

equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or

carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment

as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag,

remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including

installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the

air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly

installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. Using your device

while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an

aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the

operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be

illegal.

Potentially explosive environments

Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive

atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive

atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off

your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire

resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points

such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of

radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants;

or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive

atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include below deck

on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied

petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains

chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.

Emergency calls

Warning:

Warning: Warning: You cannot make emergency calls through this device. To make an

emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other

telephone call system.

Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.

To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment,

please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and

Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit

http://global.acer.co

http://global.acer.cohttp://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm

m/about/sustainability.htm

m/about/sustainability.htmm/about/sustainability.htm

Mercury advisory

For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of

according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the

Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org

www.eiae.org

www.eiae.orgwww.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal

information, check www.lamprecycle.org

www.lamprecycle.org

www.lamprecycle.orgwww.lamprecycle.org.

ENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives

people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and

without sacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGY

STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency

guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US

Department of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity used

to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off.

ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to

50% less energy than conventional equipment. More information refers to

http://www.energystar.gov

http://www.energystar.gov http://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.

http://www.energystar.

http://www.energystar.http://www.energystar.gov/

gov/

gov/gov/

powermanagement

powermanagementpowermanagement.

As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets

the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

This product has been shipped enabled for power management:

•Activate display’ Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.

•Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.

•Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.

•More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower

Management.

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.

Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a

computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,

inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly

increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,

tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may

appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

•numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

•aching, soreness or tenderness

•pain, swelling or throbbing

•stiffness or tightness

•coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort

and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and

inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

Finding your comfort zone

Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a

footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe

the following tips:

•refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture

•avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward

•stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg

muscles

•take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders

•avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders

•install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within

comfortable reach

•if you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at

the center of your desk to minimize neck strain

Taking care of your vision

Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive

room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast

displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on

how to reduce eyestrain.

Eyes

•Rest your eyes frequently.

•Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and

focusing on a distant point.

•Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.

Display

•Keep your display clean.

•Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your

eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display.

•Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for

enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.

•Eliminate glare and reflections by:

•placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or

any light source

•minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds

•using a task light

•changing the display's viewing angle

•using a glare-reduction filter

•using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the

display's top front edge

•Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.

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•Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended

periods of time.

Developing good work habits

Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing

and productive:

•Take short breaks regularly and often.

•Perform some stretching exercises.

•Breathe fresh air as often as possible.

•Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.

Warning! We do not recommend using the com

Warning! We do not recommend using the comWarning! We do not recommend using the computer on a couch

puter on a couch

puter on a couch puter on a couch

or bed. If this is un

or bed. If this is unor bed. If this is unavoidable,

avoidable,

avoidable, avoidable, work for only short periods, take

work for only short periods, take

work for only short periods, take work for only short periods, take

breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises.

breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises.breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises.

Note:

Note:Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulat

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safety notices" on page 66

safety notices" on page 66safety notices" on page 66 in the Ace

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AceAcerSystem User's Guide

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rSystem User's GuiderSystem User's Guide.

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for

meeting your mobile computing needs.

Your guides

To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides:

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the

LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. See "Front view" o

"Front view" o

"Front view" o"Front view" on page 14

n page 14

n page 14n page 14 for the

location of the power button.

First off, the Just for Starters...

Just for Starters...

Just for Starters...Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with

setting up your computer.

The printed User's

User's

User'sUser's Guide

Guide

Guide Guide introduces you to the basic features and

functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer

can help you to be more productive, please refer to the

AcerSystem User's Guide.

AcerSystem User's Guide. AcerSystem User's Guide. This guide contains detailed

information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery,

expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains

warranty information and the general regulations and safety

notices for your notebook. It is available in Portable Document

Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. Follow

these steps to access it:

1 Click on , ,

Start

StartStart All Programs

All Programs

All ProgramsAll Programs AcerSystem

AcerSystem

AcerSystemAcerSystem.

2 Click on AcerSystem User's Guide

AcerSystem User's Guide

AcerSystem User's GuideAcerSystem User's Guide.

Note:

Note:Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. If Adobe Reader is

not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's

AcerSystem User's

AcerSystem User's AcerSystem User's

Guide

GuideGuide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the

instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For

instructions on how to use Adobe Reader, access the Help an

Help an

Help anHelp and

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Support

SupportSupport menu.

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To turn the power off, do any of the following:

•Use the Windows shutdown command

Click on Start

Start

Start Start then click on Shut Down

Shut Down

Shut DownShut Down.

•Use the power button

You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey

<Fn> + <F4><Fn> + <F4>.

Note:

Note: Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and

hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down

the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on

again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

•Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources

of heat, such as a radiator.

•Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF) or above

50 ºC (122 ºF).

•Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

•Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

•Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

•Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

•Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

•Never place objects on top of the computer.

•Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

•Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

•Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

•Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.

Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.

•When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull

on the plug.

•The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed

the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the

total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet

should not exceed the fuse rating.

Information for your safety and comfort

Information for your safety and comfortInformation for your safety and comfort iii

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Safety instructions iii

Additional safety information vii

Operating environment vii

Medical devices vii

Vehicles viii

Potentially explosive environments viii

Emergency calls ix

Disposal instructions ix

Tips and information for comfortable use x

First things first

First things firstFirst things first xiii

xiii

xiiixiii

Your guides xiii

Basic care and tips for using your computer xiii

Turning your computer on and off xiii

Taking care of your computer xiv

Taking care of your AC adapter xiv

Taking care of your battery pack xv

Cleaning and servicing xv

Acer Empowering Technology

Acer Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering Technology 1

Empowering Technology password 1

Acer eNet Management 2

Acer ePower Management 4

Acer ePresentation Management 6

Acer eDataSecurity Management

(for selected models) 7

Acer eLock Management 8

Acer eRecovery Management 10

Acer eSettings Management 12

Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) 13

Your Acer notebook tour

Your Acer notebook tourYour Acer notebook tour 14

1414

Closed front view 15

Left view 16

Right view 17

Rear view 17

Base view 18

Specifications

SpecificationsSpecifications 19

1919

Indicators

IndicatorsIndicators 24

2424

Easy-launch buttons

Easy-launch buttonsEasy-launch buttons 25

2525

Touchpad

TouchpadTouchpad 27

2727

Touchpad basics 27

Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray

Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 29

2929

Using a computer security lock

Using a computer security lockUsing a computer security lock 29

2929

Audio

AudioAudio 30

3030

Adjusting the volume 30

Using the keyboard

Using the keyboardUsing the keyboard 31

3131

Contents

Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 31

Windows keys 32

Hotkeys 33

Special keys 34

Using the system utilities

Using the system utilitiesUsing the system utilities 36

3636

Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) 36

NTI Shadow 37

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38

Launch Manager 39

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questionsFrequently asked questions 41

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Requesting service 44

International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 44

Before you call 44

Battery pack

Battery packBattery pack 45

4545

Battery pack characteristics 45

Maximizing the battery's life 45

Installing and removing the battery pack 46

Charging the battery 47

Checking the battery level 47

Optimising battery life 47

Battery-low warning 48

Taking your notebook PC with you

Taking your notebook PC with youTaking your notebook PC with you 49

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Disconnecting from the desktop 49

Moving around 49

Preparing the computer 49

What to bring to meetings 50

Taking the computer home 50

Preparing the computer 50

What to take with you 50

Special considerations 51

Setting up a home office 51

Traveling with the computer 51

Preparing the computer 51

What to take with you 51

Special considerations 52

Traveling internationally with the computer 52

Preparing the computer 52

What to bring with you 52

Special considerations 52

Securing your computer

Securing your computerSecuring your computer 53

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Using a computer security lock 53

Using passwords 53

Entering passwords 54

Setting passwords 54

Expanding through options

Expanding through optionsExpanding through options 55

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Connectivity options 55

Fax/data modem 55

Built-in network feature 56

Fast Infrared (FIR) 56

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 57

IEEE 1394 port 57

PC Card slot 58

ExpressCard 59

Installing memory 60

BIOS utility 60

Boot sequence 60

Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61

Password 61

Using software 61

Playing DVD movies 61

Acer eRecovery Management

Acer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management 62

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Create backup 62

Burn backup disc 63

Restore and recovery 63

Troubleshooting

TroubleshootingTroubleshooting 64

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Troubleshooting tips 64

Error messages 64

Regulations and safety notices

Regulations and safety noticesRegulations and safety notices 66

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FCC notice 66

Modem notices 67

Laser compliance statement 70

LCD pixel statement 70

Macrovision copyright protection notice 70

Radio device regulatory notice 71

General 71

European Union (EU) 71

The FCC RF safety requirement 73

Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio

communication devices (RSS-210) 74

LCD panel ergonomic specifications 75

Federal Communications Commission

Declaration of Conformity 76

Index

IndexIndex 79

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Empowering Technology

Acer Empowering Technology

The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently

used functions and manage your new Acer system. Displayed by default in the

upper half of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities:

Note:

Note:Note: All of the following content is for general reference only.

Actual product specifications may vary.

Note:

Note:Note: Models shipped with Windows Vista™ Starter Edition only

support Acer eRecovery Managemen

Acer eRecovery Managemen

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•Acer eNet

Acer eNet

Acer eNetAcer eNet Management

Management

Management Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently.

•Acer ePower Manage

Acer ePower Manage

Acer ePower ManageAcer ePower Management

ment

mentment optimizes battery usage via customizable

power plans.

•Acer ePr

Acer ePr

Acer ePrAcer ePresenta

esenta

esentaesentation Managem

tion Managem

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ent

entent connects to a projector and adjusts

display settings.

•Acer eDataSecurity Manage

Acer eDataSecurity Manage

Acer eDataSecurity ManageAcer eDataSecurity Management

ment

mentment protects data with passwords and

encryption. (for selected models)

•Acer eLock Manageme

Acer eLock Manageme

Acer eLock ManagemeAcer eLock Management

ntnt limits access to external storage media.

•Acer eRecovery

Acer eRecovery

Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery Management

Management

ManagementManagement backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably

and completely.

•Acer eSettings Man

Acer eSettings Man

Acer eSettings ManAcer eSettings Management

agement

agementagement accesses system information and adjusts

settings easily.

For more information, right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then

select the "Help"

"Help"

"Help""Help" or "Tutorial"

Tutorial"

Tutorial"Tutorial" function.

Empowering Technology password

Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you

must initialize the Empowering Technology password. Right-click on the

Empowering Technology toolbar and select "Password Setup"

"Password Setup"

"Password Setup""Password Setup" to do so. If you

have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock

Management or Acer eRecovery Management, you will be asked to create it.

Note:

Note:Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is

no way to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make sure

to remember or write down your password!

Empowering Technology

Acer eNet Management

Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless

networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, select "Acer e

"Acer e

"Acer e"Acer eNet

Net

Net Net

Management"

Management"Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program

from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu. You can

also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your

PC.

Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new

location, while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match

your needs.

Empowering Technology

Acer ePower Management

Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for

configuring your power management options. To access this utility, select "Acer

"Acer

"Acer "Acer

ePower Managemen

ePower ManagemenePower Management"

t"t" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the

program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu,

or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer

"Acer

"Acer "Acer

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Using power plans

Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced,

High performance and Power saver. You can also create customized power

plans. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power plans, as

described below.

View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the

appropriate tabs. You can open Windows power options by clicking "More

"More

"More "More

Power Options"

Power Options"Power Options".

Note:

Note:Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans.

To create a new power plan:

Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a

personalized set of power options.

1 Click the Create Power Plan icon.

2 Enter a name for your new power plan.

3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on.

4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you want your computer

to use.

5 Click "OK"

"OK"

"OK""OK" to save your new power plan.

To switch between power plans:

1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop-down list.

2 Click .

"Apply"

"Apply""Apply"

To edit a power plan:

Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness

and CPU speed. You can also turn on/off system components to extend battery

life.

1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit

2 Adjust settings as required.

Empowering Technology

3 Click "Apply"

"Apply"

"Apply""Apply" to save your new settings.

To delete a power plan:

You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using. If you want to delete

the active power plan, switch to another one first.

1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list.

2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon.

Battery status

For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in

the upper half of the window. Click the to view estimated battery life in

sleep and hibernate modes.

Empowering Technology

Acer ePresentation Management

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

external display device or projector using the hotkey: <Fn> + <F5>

<Fn> + <F5><Fn> + <F5>. If auto-

detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display

supports it, your system display will be automatically switched out when an

external display is connected to the system. For projectors and external devices

that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose

an appropriate display setting.

Note:

Note:Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a

projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not

supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your

display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by

the graphics vendor.

Empowering Technology

Acer eDataSecurity Management

(for selected models)

Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files

from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with

Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and

also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook.

The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a

supervisor password and default encryption password. This password will be

used to encrypt files by default, or you can choose to enter your own password

when encrypting a file.

Note:

Note:Note: 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 the only other key capable of decrypting

the file. If you lose both passwords, there will be no way to

decrypt your encrypted file! Be sure to safeguard all related

Be sure to safeguard all related

Be sure to safeguard all related Be sure to safeguard all related

passwords!

passwords!passwords!

Empowering Technology

Acer eLock Management

Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock

removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can't be

stolen while your system is unattended.

•Removable Storage Devices — includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB

flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk

drives, and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a

file system when plugged into the system.

•Optical Drive Devices — includes any kind of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD

or Blu-ray drive devices.

•Floppy Drive Devices — 3.5-inch floppy drives only.

To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must

be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock(s) will

immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain after

rebooting, until removed.

Note:

Note:Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is

no method to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make

sure to remember or write down your password.

Empowering Technology

Acer eRecovery Management

Note:

Note:Note: Models shipped with Windows Vista™ Starter Edition only

support Acer eRecovery Managemen

Acer eRecovery Managemen

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tt.

Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create

full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to optical disc, and

restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By

default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive.

Acer eRecovery Management provides you with:

•Password protection (Empowering Technology password)

•Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc

•Creation of backups:

•Factory default image

•User backup image

•Current system configuration

•Application backup

•Restore and recovery:

•Factory default image

•User backup image

•From previously-created CD/DVD

•Reinstall applications/drivers

Empowering Technology

For more information, please refer to "Acer eReco

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Note:

Note:Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or

System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System

backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to CD or

DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system

using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals

(except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one),

including your Acer ezDock.

Empowering Technology

Acer eSettings Management

Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set

BIOS passwords and modify boot options.

Acer eSettings Management also:

•Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation.

•Prints and saves hardware specifications.

•Lets you set an asset tag for your system.

Empowering Technology

Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista

only)

The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one

easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the

situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display

brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display

settings, display orientation and synchronization status.

Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add

Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a

shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.

To launch Windows Mobility Center:

•Use the shortcut key < > + <X>

> + <X>

> + <X>> + <X>

•Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel

•Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the

Start menu

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Your Acer notebook tour

After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters...

Just for Starters...

Just for Starters...Just for Starters... poster,

let us show you around your new Acer notebook.

Front view

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

1 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.

2Acer Crystal

Eye

Web camera for video communication.

3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays

computer output.

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Closed front view

4 Easy-launch

buttons

Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See

"Easy-launch

"Easy-launch"Easy-launch buttons" on page 25

buttons" on page 25

buttons" on page 25 buttons" on page 25 for more details.

5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use

the computer.

6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a

computer mouse.

7 Click buttons

(left, center*

and right)

The left and right buttons function like the left and

right mouse buttons.

*The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection

fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way

control function (manufacturing option) or a 4-way

scroll button (manufacturing option).

8 Status

indicators

Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the

status of the computer's functions and components. See

"Indicators"

"Indicators""Indicators" on page 24

on page 24

on page 24 on page 24 for more details.

9 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.

10 Power button Turns the computer on and off.

Icon

IconIcon Item

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo

audio output.

2 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD,

MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick

(MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-

Picture Card.

Note:

Note:Note: Only one card can operate at any

given time.

3 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio

CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player)

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

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Left view

Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.

Headphones/

speaker/line-out jack

Connects to audio line-out devices

(e.g., speakers, headphones).

4 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g.,

infrared printer and IR-aware computer).

5 Bluetooth

communication

switch

Enable/disable the Bluetooth function.

Indicates the status of Bluetooth

communication (manufacturing option).

Wireless

communication

switch

Enable/disable the wireless function.

Indicates the status of wireless LAN

communication (manufacturing option).

6 Latch Locks and releases the lid.

Icon

IconIcon Item

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

1 Kensington lock

slot

Connects to a Kensington-compatible

computer security lock.

2 Ethernet (RJ-45)

port

Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based

network.

3 External display

(VGA) port

Connects to a display device (e.g., external

monitor, LCD projector).

4DVI-D DVI-D port Supports digital video connections.

5 S-Video/TV-out

(NTSC/PAL) port

Connects to a television or display device

with S-video input.

6 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB

mouse, USB camera).

7 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.

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IconIcon Item

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

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Right view

Rear view

8 ExpressCard/54

slot

Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.

9 PC Card slot eject

button

Ejects the PC Card from the slot.

10 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.

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Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs

2 Optical disk

access indicator

Lights up when the optical drive is active.

3 Optical drive

eject button

Ejects the optical disk from the drive.

4 Emergency eject

hole

Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is

turned off.

Icon

IconIcon Item

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

1 Three USB 2.0

ports

Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB

mouse, USB camera).

2 Modem (RJ-11)

port

Connects to a phone line.

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IconIcon Item

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

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Base view

3 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.

4Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

prolonged use.

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Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory.

2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.

3 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack.

4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.

5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk (secured with

screws)

6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after

prolonged use.

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IconIcon Item

Item

ItemItem Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

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Specifications

Operating

system

•Windows Vista™ Business

•Windows Vista™ Home Premium

•Windows Vista™ Home Basic

•Windows Vista™ Business SP1

•Windows Vista™ Home Premium SP1

•Windows Vista™ Home Basic SP1

•Windows Vista™ Starter Edition

•Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2)

Platform Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring : (for

selected models)

•Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T9300/T9500 (6 MB L2

cache, 2.5/2.6 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or T8100/T8300 (3 MB L2

cache, 2.1/2.4 GHz, 800 MHz), supporting Intel ® 64

architecture (for selected models)

•Intel® Core™2 Duo Mobile Processor T7300/T7500/T7700/

T7800 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.2/2.4/2.6 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or

T7100 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.8 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or higher,

supporting Intel® 64 architecture (for selected models)

•Intel® Celeron® processor 530/540/550 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.73/

1.86/2 GHz, 533 MHz FSB) or higher, supporting Intel ® 64

architecture (for selected models)

•Mobile Intel® PM965/GM965/GL960 Express Chipset (for

selected models)

•Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-mode

802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer

SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology (for

selected models), or

•Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/

g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer

SignalUp™ wireless technology (for selected models)

System memory Up to 1 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB

using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) (for selected

models)

Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB

using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) (for selected

models)

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Display and

graphics

•15.4" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting

simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista ™

•Mobile Intel® GM965/GL960 Express Chipset with integrated

3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphic Media Accelerator

(GMA) X3100 with up to 358 MB of Intel ® Dynamic Video

Memory Technology 4.0 (8MB of dedicated system memory,

up to 358 MB of shared system memory), supporting

Microsoft® DirectX® 9 and DirectX® 10 (for selected models)

•ATI Mobility™ Radeon® X2500 with up to 1024 MB of

HyperMemory™ (256 MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, up to

768 MB of shared system memory) supporting Microsoft ®

DirectX® 9 and PCI Express® (for selected models)

•ATI Mobility™ Radeon® HD 2600/HD 2400 XT with /HD 3470

up to /10241280/1024 MB of HyperMemory ™ 512/256 MB /256

of dedicatedGDDR2 VRAM, up to 768 MB of shared system

memory) supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 9, DirectX® 10 and

PCI Express® (for selected models)

•NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GS with up to 1024 MB of /9300M G

TurboCache ™

(256 MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, up to 768

MB of shared system memory), supporting NVIDIA ®

PureVideo™ HD technology, OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range

(HDR) technology, Shader Model 4.0, Microsoft ® DirectX® 10

•Dual independent display support

•16.7 million colors

•MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability

•S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support

•DVI-D (true digital video interface) support (for selected

models)

Storage

subsystem

•80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer Disk Anti-

Shock Protection (DASP) (for selected models)

•80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer Disk Anti-

Shock Protection (DASP) enhancement (for selected models)

•Optical drive options:

• HD DVD-ROM/DVD-Super Multi double-layer combo

drive (for selected models)

• DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive

• DVD/CD-RW combo drive

•5-in-1 card reader supporting Secure Digital (SD),

MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick

PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card ™ (xD)

Dimensions and

weight

•360 (W) x 267 (D) x 30.3/43 (H) mm (14.17 x 10.51 x 1.09/1.69

inches)

•3.02 kg (6.65 lbs.) with 8-cell battery pack

•2.88 kg (6.36 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack

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Power

subsystem

•ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports

Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes

•71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell)

•44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell)

•3-pin 65 W AC adaptor (for selected models)

•3-pin 90 W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge ™

technology: (for selected models)

• 80% charge in 1 hour

• 2-hour rapid charge system-off

• 3-hour charge-in-use

Input devices •88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve,

inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5mm (minimum) key travel

•Seamless touchpad pointing device with Acer Bio-Protection

fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control

function (manufacturing option)

•Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button

(manufacturing option)

•12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys,

hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international

language support, independent Euro and US dollar sign keys

•Easy-launch buttons: Acer Empowering Key, Internet, email,

user-progammable

•Productivity keys: Lock, Presentation, Sync

•Front-access communication switches: WLAN and

Bluetooth®

Audio •Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers

•Intel® High Definition Audio support

•Built-in microphone

•MS-Sound compatible

Communication •Acer Video Conference featuring:

• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting

enhanced Acer PrimaLite™ technology

• Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone

•WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-

mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting

Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology

(for selected models), or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-

band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED ® network

connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology

(for selected models), or Acer InviLink 802.11b/g Wi-Fi

CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SingalUp™ wireless

technology (for selected models), or Acer InviLink 802.11a/b/

g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer

SingalUp™ with Nplify™ wireless technology (for selected

models)

•WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)

•LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready

•Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with PTT approval; Wake-on-Ring

ready

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I/O interface •ExpressCard™/54 slot

•PC Card slot (one Type II)

•5-in-1 card reader (MS/MS PRO/MMC/SD/xD)

•Four USB 2.0 ports

•DVI-D port (for selected models)

•IEEE 1394 port

•Fast Infrared (FIR) port (for selected models)

•External display (VGA) port

•S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port

•Headphones/speaker/line-out jack

•Line-in jack

•Microphone jack

•Ethernet (RJ-45) port

•Modem (RJ-11) port

•DC-in jack for AC adaptor

Security •Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) HDD protection

technology (for selected models)

•Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) enhancement HDD

protection technology (for selected models)

•Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader, supporting Pre-boot

Authentication (PBA), computer protection, Acer

FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav (manufacturing option)

•Kensington lock slot

•BIOS user, supervisor, and HDD passwords

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Note:

Note:Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact

configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.

Software •Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet, ePower,

ePresentation, eDataSecurity(for selected models), eLock,

eRecovery, eSettings Management)

Note:

Note:Note: Models shipped with Windows Vista™ Starter

Edition only support Acer eRecovery Management

Acer eRecovery Management

Acer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management.

•Acer Bio-Protection (manufacturing option)

•Acer Crystal Eye (for selected models)

•Acer GridVista™*

•Acer Launch Manager

•Acer Video Conference Manager (for selected models)

•Adobe® Reader®

•CyberLink® PowerDVD®

•Microsoft® Office Reday SP1

•NTI CD & DVD Maker™

•NTI Shadow™

Note:

Note:Note: * Models shipped with Windows Vista™

Starter Edition do not support this feature.

Note:

Note: Note: Software listed above is for reference only.

The exact configuration of your PC depends on the

model purchased.

Options and

accessories

•Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference

Manager

•512 MB/1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules

•8-cell Li-ion battery pack

•External USB floppy disk drive

•3-pin 65 W AC adaptor

•3-pin 90 W AC adaptor

Environment •Temperature:

• Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C

• Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C

•Humidity (non-condensing):

• Operating: 20% to 80%

• Non-operating: 20% to 80%

System

compliance

•Wi-Fi®

•ACPI 3.0

•Mobile PC 2002

•DMI 2.0

Warranty One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW)

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Indicators

The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.

The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed

up.

1. Charging:

1. Charging:1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging.

2. Fully charged:

2. Fully charged:2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.

Icon

IconIcon Function

Function

FunctionFunction Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

Power Indicates the computer's power status.

Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.

Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.

Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.

HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.

Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.

Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.

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Easy-launch buttons

There are several conveniently located easy-launch buttons. They are: mail, Web

browser, Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button.

Press < > to run the Acer Empowering Technology. Please see "

""Acer

Empowering Technology" on page 1. The mail and Web browser buttons are

pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the

Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager.

See "Launch Manager" on

"Launch Manager" on

"Launch Manager" on"Launch Manager" on page 39

page 39

page 39 page 39.

Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to protection and

manageability features for a more secure, smarter and easier way to work.

Icon

IconIcon Easy-launch

Easy-launch

Easy-launchEasy-launch button

button

button button Default application

Default application

Default applicationDefault application

Acer Empowering

Technology

Acer Empowering Technology (user-

programmable)

Web browser Internet browser (user-programmable)

Mail Email application (user-programmable)

PProgrammable key User-programmable

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•Lock key - runs the Windows® lock function to lock the notebook

when you step out. If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio-

Protection, you only need to swipe your finger to log into

Windows® again.

•Presentation key - minimizes open application windows and

prepares the display for impressive presentations.

•Sync key - instantly synchronizes your computer system to an

external storage device, for convenient and secure backup.

Icon

IconIcon Productivity key

Productivity key

Productivity keyProductivity key Default application

Default application

Default applicationDefault application

Lock Launch Windows Lock function

Presentation Minimizes your open windows and

prepares your display for presenting

Sync Launch NTI Shadow

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Audio

The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High Definition (HD) Audio, and dual

stereo speakers.

Adjusting the volume

Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See

"Hotkeys" on page 33

"Hotkeys" on page 33"Hotkeys" on page 33 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.

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Using the keyboard

The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate

cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.

The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is

indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps.

To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on

the keys.

Lock key

Lock keyLock key Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are

in uppercase.

Num Lock

When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The

keys function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators

+, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric

data entry. A better solution would be to connect an external keypad.

Scroll Lock <Fn>

<Fn>

+ <F12>

+ <F12>+ <F12>

When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when

you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not

work with some applications.

Desired access

Desired accessDesired access Num Lock on

Num Lock on

Num Lock onNum Lock on Num Lock off

Num Lock off

Num Lock offNum Lock off

Number keys on

embedded keypad

Type numbers in a normal

manner.

Cursor-control keys on

embedded keypad

Hold <Shift>

<Shift>

<Shift> <Shift> while using cursor-

control keys.

Hold <Fn>

<Fn>

<Fn><Fn> while using

cursor-control keys.

Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn>

<Fn>

<Fn> <Fn> while typing letters on

embedded keypad.

Type the letters in a

normal manner.

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Windows keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key

KeyKey Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the

Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.

It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of

functions:

< >

< >< > :

: :

Open or close the Start menu

<< > + <D>:

> + <D>:

> + <D>: > + <D>: Display the desktop

<< > + <E>:

> + <E>:

> + <E>: > + <E>: Open Windows Explore

<< > + <F>:

> + <F>:

> + <F>: > + <F>: Search for a file or folder

<< > + <G>:

> + <G>:

> + <G>: > + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets

<< > + <L>:

> + <L>:

> + <L>: > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a

network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a

network domain)

<< > + <M>:

> + <M>:

> + <M>: > + <M>: Minimizes all windows

<< > + <R>:

> + <R>:

> + <R>: > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box

<< > + <T>:

> + <T>:

> + <T>: > + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar

<< > + <U>:

> + <U>:

> + <U>: > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center

<< > + <X>:

> + <X>:

> + <X>: > + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center

<< > + <BREAK>:

> + <BREAK>:

> + <BREAK>: > + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box

<< > + <SHIFT+M>:

> + <SHIFT+M>:

> + <SHIFT+M>: > + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the

desktop

<< > + <TAB>:

> + <TAB>:

> + <TAB>: > + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by

using Windows Flip 3-D

<< > + <SPACEBAR>:

> + <SPACEBAR>:

> + <SPACEBAR>: > + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select

Windows Sidebar

<CTRL> + <

<CTRL> + <<CTRL> + < > + <F>:

> + <F>:

> + <F>: > + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a

network)

<CTRL> + <

<CTRL> + <<CTRL> + < > + <TAB>:

> + <TAB>:

> + <TAB>: > + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through

programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D

Note:

Note:Note: Depending on your edition of Windows

Vista or Windows XP, some shortcuts may not

function as described.

Application

key

This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button;

it opens the application's context menu.

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Hotkeys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the

computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.

To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn>

<Fn>

<Fn><Fn> key before pressing the other key

in the hotkey combination.

Note:

Note:Note: On models shipped with Windows Vista™ Starter Edition,

Fn-F2 launches System Properties

System Properties

System Properties System Properties and Fn-F3 launches Power

Power

Power Power

Options

OptionsOptions

Hotkey

HotkeyHotkey Icon

Icon

IconIcon Function

Function

FunctionFunction Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

<Fn> + <F1><Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.

<Fn> + <F2><Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer

Empowering Technology. See "

""Acer

Empowering Technology" on page

<Fn> + <F3><Fn> + <F3> Acer ePower

Management

Launches Acer ePower Management

in Acer Empowering Technology.

See "

""Acer Empowering Technology"

on page 1.

<Fn> + <F4><Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

<Fn> + <F5><Fn> + <F5> Display toggle Switches display output between the

display screen, external monitor (if

connected) and both.

<Fn> + <F6><Fn> + <F6> Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight

off to save power. Press any key to

return.

<Fn> + <F7><Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and

off.

<Fn> + <F8><Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

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Special keys

You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center

and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.

The Euro symbol

1 Open a text editor or word processor.

2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr>

Alt Gr>

Alt Gr>Alt Gr>

and then press the <5>

<5>

<5><5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.

Note

NoteNote: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.

Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typo

www.microsoft.com/typo

www.microsoft.com/typowww.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm

graphy/faq/faq12.htm

graphy/faq/faq12.htmgraphy/faq/faq12.htm

for

more information.

The US dollar sign

1 Open a text editor or word processor.

2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift>

<Shift>

and then press the <4>

<4>

<4><4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.

<Fn> + <

>> Volume up Increases the sound volume.

<Fn> + <

>> Volume down Decreases the sound volume.

<Fn> + <

>> Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

<Fn> + <

<Fn> + <<Fn> + <←

>> Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.

Hotkey

HotkeyHotkey Icon

Icon

IconIcon Function

Function

FunctionFunction Description

Description

DescriptionDescription

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Note:

Note:Note: This function varies according to the language settings.

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Using the system utilities

All of the following content is for general reference only. Actual

product specifications may vary.

Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models)

Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software

package integrated with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Utilizing

the uniqueness of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint

Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your

computer with Pre-Boot Authentication (PBA), centralized password

management with Password Bank, and fast application/website launching and

Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through

web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav. With Acer Bio-Protection

Fingerprint Solution, you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for your

personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with

a simple swipe of your finger!

For more information refer to the Acer Bio-Protection help files.

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Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

Note:

Note:Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

Models shipped with Windows Vista™ Starter Edition do not

support Acer GridVista.

To enable the dual display feature of your notebook, first ensure that a second

display is connected, then, open the Display Settings

Display Settings

Display Settings Display Settings properties box using the

Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting

Personalize

PersonalizePersonalize. Select the secondary monitor (2)

(2)

(2)(2) icon in the display box and then

click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor

Extend the desktop onto this monitor

Extend the desktop onto this monitorExtend the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply

Apply

ApplyApply to

confirm the new settings and click OK

OKOK to complete the process.

Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so

you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function,

please go to Start

Start

StartStart, All Programs

All Programs

All Programs All Programs and click on Acer Grid

Acer Grid

Acer GridAcer GridVista

Vista

VistaVista. You may choose

any one of the four display settings indicated below:

Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad

Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be

partitioned independently.

Acer GridVista is simple to set up:

1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each

display from the taskbar.

2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.

1 2 1

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3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.

Note:

Note:Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second

monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.

Launch Manager

Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above

the keyboard. "Easy-launch butto

"Easy-launch butto

"Easy-launch butto"Easy-launch buttons" on page 25

ns" on page 25

ns" on page 25ns" on page 25 for the location of the easy-

launch buttons.

You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start

Start

StartStart, All Programs

All Programs

All ProgramsAll Programs, and then

Launch Man

Launch ManLaunch Manager

ager

agerager to start the application.

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Frequently asked questions

The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of

your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one.

I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or

boot up.

Look at the power indicator:

•If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to the computer. Check the

following:

•If you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power

the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack.

•Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer

and to the power outlet.

•If it is lit, check the following:

•Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in the external USB floppy drive?

Remove or replace it with a system disk and press <Ctrl> + <Alt> +

<Ctrl> + <Alt> +

<Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Ctrl> + <Alt> +

<Del>

<Del><Del> to restart the system.

Nothing appears on the screen.

The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to

save power. Press any key to turn the display back on.

If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, three things might be

the cause:

•The brightness level might be too low. Press <Fn> + <

<Fn> + <

>> (increase) to

adjust the brightness level.

•The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display

toggle hotkey <Fn> + <F5>

<Fn> + <F5><Fn> + <F5> to toggle the display back to the computer.

•If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in Sleep mode. Press and release

the power button to resume.

Image is not full-screen.

Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the

screen. If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution, the screen

expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and

select Properties

Properties

PropertiesProperties to bring up the "Display Properties" dialog box. Then click on

the Settings

Settings

SettingsSettings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate

resolution. Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full-screen

on the computer or on an external monitor.

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No audio is heard from the computer.

Check the following:

•The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control

(speaker) icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and

deselect the Mute all

Mute all

Mute allMute all option.

•The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control

icon on the taskbar. You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust

the volume. See "Hotkeys" on page

"Hotkeys" on page

"Hotkeys" on page "Hotkeys" on page 33

33 33 for more detail.

•If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-

out port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off.

I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the

power.

There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. Simply insert the tip of a

pen or paperclip into the hole and push to eject the tray. (If your computer's

optical drive is a slot-load model, it will not have an eject hole.)

The keyboard does not respond.

Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works,

contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard

cable may be loose.

The infrared port does not work.

Check the following:

•Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other

(+/- 15 degrees) a maximum of 1 meter apart.

•Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Nothing

should be blocking the ports.

•Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices (for

file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an

infrared printer).

•During the POST, press <F2>

<F2>

<F2><F2> to access the BIOS utility and verify that the

infrared port is enabled.

•Make sure both devices are IrDA-compliant.

The printer does not work.

Check the following:

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•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 to the computer's

parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer.

I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.

To properly use your communication software (e.g. HyperTerminal), you need

to set up your location:

1 Click on Sta

Sta

StaStart

rtrt Setting

Setting

SettingSettings

ss, , Control Pan

Control Pan

Control PanControl Panel

elel.

2 Double-click on Phone and

Phone and

Phone andPhone and Modem Options

Modem Options

Modem Options Modem Options.

3 Click on Dialing Rule

Dialing Rule

Dialing RuleDialing Rules

ss and begin setting up your location.

Refer to the Windows manual.

Note:

Note:Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can

skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to

complete the installation of your Operating System. After the

Operating System is set up, you can proceed with the Internet

Connection setup.

I want to restore my computer to its original settings without

recovery CDs.

Note:

Note:Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating

system and language you choose when you first turn on the

system will be the only option for future recovery operations.

This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software

content that is installed when you purchase your notebook. Follow the steps

below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data

will be erased.) It is important to back up all data files before using this option.

Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings.

1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery

Acer disk-to-disk recovery

Acer disk-to-disk recoveryAcer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.

2 Make sure the D2D Recovery

D2D Recovery

D2D RecoveryD2D Recovery setting in Main

Main

MainMain is Enabled

Enabled

EnabledEnabled.

3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot.

Note:

Note:Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press <F2>

<F2>

<F2><F2> during POST.

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To start the recovery process:

1 Restart the system.

2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10>

<Alt> + <F10><Alt> + <F10> at the same time to

enter the recovery process.

3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery.

Important!

Important!Important! This feature occupies 10 GB in a hidden partition on

your hard disk.

Requesting service

International Travelers Warranty (ITW)

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

gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network

of service centers are there to give you a helping hand.

An ITW passport comes with your computer. This passport contains all you need

to know about the ITW program. A list of available, authorized service centers is

in this handy booklet. Read this passport thoroughly.

Always have your ITW passport on hand, especially when you travel, to receive

the benefits from our support centers. Place your proof-of-purchase in the flap

located inside the front cover of the ITW passport.

If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service

site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide. Please consult

http://global.acer

http://global.acerhttp://global.acer.com

.com

.com.com.

Before you call

Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online

service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we

can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems

efficiently. If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer,

write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in

the case of beeps).

You are required to provide the following information:

Name: _____________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________

Telephone number: _________________________________

Machine and model type: ____________________________

Serial number: ______________________________________

Date of purchase: ___________________________________

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Battery pack

The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between

charges.

Battery pack characteristics

The battery pack has the following characteristics:

• Employs current battery technology standards.

• Delivers a battery-low warning.

The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the

AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to

recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer.

However, recharging with the computer turned off results in a

significantly faster charge time.

The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power

failure. It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack

available as backup. Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare

battery pack.

Maximizing the battery's life

Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will degrade over

time. This means that the battery's performance will diminish with

time and use. To maximize your battery's life, you are advised to

adhere to the recommendations set out below.

Conditioning a new battery pack

Before you use a battery pack for the first time, there is a

"conditioning" process that you should follow:

1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on.

2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery.

3 Disconnect the AC adapter.

4 Turn on the computer and operate using battery power.

5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears.

6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again.

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Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and

discharged three times.

Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't

been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more

than two weeks, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the

unit.

Warning: Do not expose battery

Warning: Do not expose battery Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0°C

packs to temperatures below 0°C

packs to temperatures below 0°C packs to temperatures below 0°C

(32°F) or above 45°C (11

(32°F) or above 45°C (11(32°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Extreme temperatures may ad

3°F). Extreme temperatures may ad

3°F). Extreme temperatures may ad3°F). Extreme temperatures may adversely

versely

versely versely

affect the battery pack.

affect the battery pack.affect the battery pack.

By following the battery conditioning process you condition your

battery to accept the maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this

procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery

charge, and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery.

In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by

the following usage patterns:

• Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery

inserted. If you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to

remove the battery pack after it is fully charged.

• Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes, as

described above.

• Frequent use; the more you use the battery, the faster it will reach

the end of its effective life. A standard computer battery has a life

span of about 300 charges.

Installing and removing the battery pack

Important!

Important! Important! Before removing the battery from the unit, connect

the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer.

Otherwise, turn off the computer first.

To install a battery pack:

1 Align the battery with the open battery bay; make sure that the

end with the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of

the battery is facing up.

2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the

battery locks in place.

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To remove a battery pack:

1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.

2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.

Charging the battery

To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the

battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a

mains power outlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC

power while your battery is charging. However, charging the battery

with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge

time.

Note

NoteNote: You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for

the day. Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables

you to start the next day with a fully charged battery.

Checking the battery level

The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the

cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's

present charge level.

Optimising battery life

Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery

operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving

recharging efficiency. You are advised to follow the suggestions set

out below:

• Purchase an extra battery pack.

• Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go

use.

• Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it will continue to draw

power (for selected model).

• Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. The recommended

temperature is 10°C to 30°C. Higher temperatures cause the

battery to self-discharge faster.

• Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.

• Look after your AC adapter and battery.

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Battery-low warning

When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power

meter.

Warning: Connect the AC adapte

Warning: Connect the AC adapteWarning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the

r as soon as possible after the

r as soon as possible after the r as soon as possible after the

battery-low warning app

battery-low warning appbattery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the

ears. Data will be lost if the

ears. Data will be lost if the ears. Data will be lost if the battery to

battery to

battery to battery to

become fully depleted

become fully depletedbecome fully depleted and the computer sh

and the computer sh

and the computer sh and the computer shuts down.

uts down.

uts down.uts down.

When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of

action depends on your situation:

Situation

SituationSituation Recommended

Recommended

RecommendedRecommended Action

Action

Action Action

The AC adapter

and a power

outlet are

available.

1. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then

connect to the mains power supply.

2. Save all necessary files.

3. Resume work.

Turn off the computer if

Turn off the computer if Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the

you want to recharge the

you want to recharge the you want to recharge the

battery rapidly.

battery rapidly.battery rapidly.

An extra fully

charged battery

pack is available.

1. Save all necessary files.

2. Close all applications.

3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the

computer.

4. Replace the battery pack.

5. Turn on the computer and resume work.

The AC adapter or

a power outlet is

unavailable. You

have no spare

battery pack.

1. Save all necessary files.

2. Close all applications.

3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the

computer.

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Taking your notebook PC with you

This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or

traveling with your computer.

Disconnecting from the desktop

Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories:

1 Save any open files.

2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s).

3 Shut down the computer.

4 Close the display cover.

5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter.

6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and

other external devices.

7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the

computer.

Moving around

When you are just moving within short distances, for example, from your office

desk to a meeting room.

Preparing the computer

Before moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to place it in

Sleep mode. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within

the building. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open the display; then

press and release the power button.

If you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you

may choose to shut down the computer:

Click on Start

Start

StartStart, Turn Off Computer

Turn Off Computer

Turn Off ComputerTurn Off Computer, then click on (Windows XP).

Turn Off

Turn OffTurn Off

Or:

You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing <Fn> + <F4>

<Fn> + <F4><Fn> + <F4>. Then close

and latch the display.

When you are ready to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display;

then press and release the power button.

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Note:

Note:Note: 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 indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep

mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn

the computer back on. Note that the computer may enter

Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time.

What to bring to meetings

If your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to bring anything

with you other than your computer. If your meeting will be longer, or if your

battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to

plug in your computer in the meeting room.

If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the

battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press <Fn> + <F4>

<Fn> + <F4><Fn> + <F4> or close the

display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. To resume,

open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button.

Taking the computer home

When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa.

Preparing the computer

After disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow these steps to

prepare the computer for the trip home:

•Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the

drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head.

•Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from

sliding around and cushion it if it should fall.

Caution:

Caution:Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the

computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen.

What to take with you

Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:

•AC adapter and power cord

•The printed User's Guide

English

Special considerations

Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and

from work:

•Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer

with you.

•If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the

computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid

exposing the computer to excessive heat.

•Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the

computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for

condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change

is greater than 10 °C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to room

temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an

environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature.

Setting up a home office

If you frequently work on your computer at home, you may want to purchase a

second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid

carrying the extra weight to and from home.

If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also

want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse.

Traveling with the computer

When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office

building to a client's office building or traveling locally.

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery

in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your

computer when carrying it into the gate area.

What to take with you

Take the following items with you:

•AC adapter

•Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)

•Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer

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Varumärke:	Acer
Kategori:	Laptop
Modell:	Extensa 5220

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