Acer Aspire 3010 Manuale utente
TravelMate 3010 Series
User's Guide
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Copyright © 2006. Acer Incorporated.
All Rights Reserved.
TravelMate 3010 Series User's Guide
Original Issue: Jan 2006
TravelMate 3010 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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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.
USA
For 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. For lamp-specific disposal
information, check www.lamprecycle.org.
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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" on page 11 for the
location of the power button.
First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with
setting up your computer.
The printed User's 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. 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, All Programs, AcerSystem.
2 Click on AcerSystem User's Guide.
Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. If Adobe Reader is
not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's
Guide 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 and
Support menu.
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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 button
You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by
pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.
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.
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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 possible.
Cleaning and servicing
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:
1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack.
2 Disconnect the AC adapter.
3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
If either of the following occurs:
•the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged;
•the computer does not operate normally
please refer to "Frequently asked questions" on page 43.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications
Commission, to operate this computer.
Operation conditions
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions for wireless option
devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device.
An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Also, any tampering of the internal antenna will void
the FCC certification and your warranty.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to
be operated indoors, and installation outdoors is subject to licensing.
For more information about our products, services, and support information,
please visit our website: http://global.acer.com.
Disposal instructions iii
First things first iv
Your guides iv
Basic care and tips for using your computer iv
Turning your computer on and off iv
Taking care of your computer v
Taking care of your AC adapter v
Taking care of your battery pack vi
Cleaning and servicing vi
Acer Empowering Technology 1
Acer eDataSecurity Management 2
Acer eLock Management 3
Acer ePerformance Management 4
Acer eRecovery Management 5
Acer eSettings Management 6
Acer eNet Management 6
Acer ePower Management 8
Acer ePresentation Management 9
Your Acer notebook tour 11
Front view 11
Closed front view 12
Left view 13
Right view 14
Rear view 15
Base view 15
Specifications 16
Indicators 20
Easy-launch buttons 21
Touchpad 22
Touchpad basics 22
Using the keyboard 24
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 24
Windows keys 25
Hotkeys 25
Special keys 27
Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 28
Using a computer security lock 28
Audio 29
Adjusting the volume 29
Acer OrbiCam 30
Launching the Acer OrbiCam 31
Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings 31
Capturing photos/videos 33
Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 33
Enabling the Acer VisageON 34
Acer GraviSense 37
Contents
Using Acer GraviSense 37
Protecting the HDD 37
Anti-Theft 38
Using the system utilities 40
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 40
Launch Manager 41
Norton AntiVirus 42
Frequently asked questions 43
Requesting service 46
International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 46
Before you call 46
Taking your notebook PC with you 47
Disconnecting from the desktop 47
Moving around 47
Preparing the computer 47
What to bring to meetings 48
Taking the computer home 48
Preparing the computer 48
What to take with you 48
Special considerations 49
Setting up a home office 49
Traveling with the computer 49
Preparing the computer 49
What to take with you 49
Special considerations 50
Traveling internationally with the computer 50
Preparing the computer 50
What to bring with you 50
Special considerations 50
Securing your computer 51
Using a computer security lock 51
Using passwords 51
Entering passwords 52
Setting passwords 52
Expanding through options 53
Connectivity options 53
Fax/data modem 53
Built-in network feature 54
Fast Infrared (FIR) 54
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 55
IEEE 1394 port 55
PC Card slot 56
Installing memory 57
BIOS utility 57
Boot sequence 57
Enable disk-to-disk recovery 58
Password 58
Using software 58
Playing DVD movies 58
Power management 59
Acer eRecovery Management 60
Create backup 60
Restore from backup 61
Create factory default image CD 61
Re-install bundled software without CD 62
Change password 62
Troubleshooting 63
Troubleshooting tips 63
Error messages 63
Regulations and safety notices 65
ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 65
FCC notice 65
Modem notices 66
Important safety instructions 69
Laser compliance statement 71
LCD pixel statement 71
Macrovision copyright protection notice 71
Radio device regulatory notice 72
General 72
European Union (EU) 72
The FCC RF safety requirement 73
Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-210) 74
Federal Communications Comission
Declaration of Conformity 75
Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking 76
Index 77
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