Extensa 2300/3000 Series User's Guide Copyright © 2004. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Extensa 2300/3000 Series User's Guide Original Issue: July 2004 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision 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 correspondense 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, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Extensa 2300/3000 Series Notebook Computer Model Number : _________________________________ Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other company's product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies. iii Your guides To help you use your Extensa, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your computer. This User's guide introduces you to the many ways your computer can help you be more productive. This guide provides clear and concise information about the computer, so read it thoroughly. If you ever need to print out a copy, this User's guide is also available in Portable Document Format (PDF). Follow these steps: 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on AcerSystem User's guide. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, clicking on Extensa User's guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access the Help and Support menu. English First things first English iv English 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 switch below the LCD screen beside the launch keys. See "Front view" on page 3 for the location of the power switch. To turn the power off, do any of the following: · · Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer; then click on Turn Off. Use the power switch Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions. See "Power management" on page 27. · Use the customized functions for power management You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4). See "Power management" on page 27. Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power switch 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 0ºC (32ºF) or above 50ºC (122ºF). 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 and vibration. Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. v · · 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 personal 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. · · Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: · · · Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries. Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 2 3 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adapter. Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. English · Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer. English vi If any of the following occurs: · · · The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged. Liquid has been spilled into the product. The computer does not operate normally. English Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 59. 1 Getting to know your Extensa An Extensa tour Front view Closed front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Using the keyboard Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Special Key Launch keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk Optical drive Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your Extensa Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Taking the computer home Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Securing your computer Using a computer security lock 1 3 3 5 7 8 9 10 11 13 15 15 16 17 18 20 21 23 23 25 25 25 27 27 27 28 28 28 29 31 32 33 33 2 Customizing my computer Expanding through options Connectivity options Upgrade options Using system utilities 35 37 37 42 44 Contents First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer iii iii iv Acer eManager Launch Manager BIOS Utility Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Arcade controls Cinema Album Video Music Burner Acer Disc to Disc Recovery Multilingual operating system installation Restore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit 44 45 45 46 47 48 49 50 52 54 55 55 57 57 57 58 3 Troubleshooting my computer Frequently-asked questions Troubleshooting tips Error messages Requesting service ITW Before you call 59 61 64 64 65 66 66 67 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Regulation & safety notices Index 69 75 91 1 Getting to know your Extensa Your Extensa computer combines highperformance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with a unique style and ergonomic design. Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power computing partner. 3 After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for starters... poster, let us show you around your new Extensa computer. Front view # 1 Item Display screen Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. Internal microphone for sound recording. Inputs data into your computer. 2 3 Microphone Keyboard English An Extensa tour English 4 1 Getting to know your Extensa English # 4 Item Palmrest Description Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons; the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer's functions and components. Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See"Launch keys" on page 21 for more details. Turns the computer on and off. 5 Click buttons (Left, center and right) 6 Touchpad 7 Status indicators 8 Launch keys 9 Power button 5 # 1 Item Speakers Description Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer). 2 Infrared port (Manufacturing option) 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 4 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged. 5 Bluetooth communications Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth (optional) communications. 6 Wireless communications Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN (optional) communications. English Closed front view English 6 1 Getting to know your Extensa English # 7 Item Line-in/Mic-in jack Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). 8 Line-in/Mic-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). 9 Speaker/Line-Out/ Headphone jack Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 10 USB 2.0 port Connects to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Locks and releases the lid. 11 Latch Note: The Bluetooth and Wireless buttons and indicators only work on models with Bluetooth and Wireless features, respectively. 7 5 # 1 Item Optical drive Description Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. Lights up when the optical drive is active. Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. See page 62 for more details. 2 LED indicator 3 Optical drive eject button 4 Emergency eject hole English Left view English 8 1 Getting to know your Extensa English Right view # 1 Item IEEE 1394 port (Manufacturing option) Description Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. 2 3 PC Card slot eject button PC Card slot Ejects the PC Card from the slot. Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. 4 3-in-1 card reader Accepts MS, MMC and SD cards. Note: The 3-in-1 card reader is a manufacturing option, subject to configuration. Only one card can operate at any given time. 5 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 6 S-video port (Manufacturing option) 7 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (manufacturing option). 8 Modem jack Connects to a phone line. 9 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 9 # 1 Item Power jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 3 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. English Rear view English 10 1 Getting to know your Extensa English Bottom view # 1 Item Cooling fan Description Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 3 4 Battery lock Memory compartment Hard disk bay Locks the battery in place. Houses the computer's main memory. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery release latch 6 Battery bay 11 Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Performance · · · · · · Intel® Pentium® M Processor 705, 715, 725, 735, 745, 755, or Intel® Celeron® M Processor 320, 330 Intel® 855GME or 852GM chipset (manufacturing option) 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules 30 GB and above high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) power management system Li-ion main battery pack Display · The TFT LCD panel providing a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use: 14.1" XGA (1024x768) resolution 15.0" XGA (1024x768) or SXGA+ (1400x1050) resolution 15.4" WXGA (1280x800) or WSXGA+ (1680x1050) resolution ATI MOBILITY TM RADEONTM 9700 with 64MB of video memory (manufacturing option) 3D graphics support Simultaneous LCD and CRT monitor, and other display devices like projector support "Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically deciding the best settings for your display and conserves power Dual independent display · · · · · Multimedia · · · High-speed drive: DVD/CD-RW Co ...