Acer TravelMate 5210 Manual de usuario

TravelMate 5510/5210 SeriesUser's Guide

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

82Englishwireless mouse/keyboard)• EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function)• EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G fu

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

84English2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used

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

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

87EnglishEnglishCouncil Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). RoHS

88EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for xiiiaudio 35adjusting the volume 35troubleshooting 40Bbattery packcaring for xivBIOS utility 68b

89Englishnum lock 30on indicator 26numeric keypadembedded 30Ppassword 61types 61PC Card 66ejecting 66inserting 66ports 63pr

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

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

xiiiTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Windows shutdown commandClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off.• Use t

xivTaking care of your battery packHere are some ways to take care of your battery pack:• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn th

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

Using a computer security lock 34Audio 35Adjusting the volume 35Using the system utilities 36Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 36Launch Manager

Preparing the computer 57What to bring to meetings 58Taking the computer home 58Preparing the computer 58What to take with you 58Special consideration

Regulations and safety notices 76FCC notice 76Modem notices 77Laser compliance statement 80LCD pixel statement 80Macrovision copyright protection noti

1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyAcer's innovative Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used f

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

2Empowering TechnologyAcer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models)Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that prote

3Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management (for selected models)Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable

4Empowering TechnologyTo activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock

5Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer

6Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provid

7Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 71 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note:

8Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or othe

9Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Manage

10Empowering TechnologyBattery statusFor real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window..

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

12Empowering TechnologyAcer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external device

13EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

14English3 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.4 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.5 Click butt

15EnglishClosed front view# Icon Item Description1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.2Bluetooth communication button/indica

16EnglishLeft view# Icon Item Description1 Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2 Ventilation slots Enable t

17EnglishRight view# Item Description1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.2 Optical disk access indicatorLights up when the opt

18EnglishRear view# Icon Item Description1 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line.2 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse

19EnglishBase view# Item Description1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 2 Memory compartment Houses the comput

20EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows Vista™ Capable• Windows Vista™ Premium Ready• Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2)Plat

21EnglishStorage subsystem• 40/60/80/100/120 GB or higher ATA/100 hard disk drive• Optical drive options:• DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • DVD/CD

ivWarnings• Do not use this product near water.• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seri

22EnglishSpecial keys and controls• 88-/89-key keyboard, with inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel, international languag

23EnglishI/O interface• ExpressCard™/34 slot (for selected models)• PC Card slot (one Type II)• 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) (for selected

24EnglishSoftware• Acer Empowering Technology• Acer ePower Management• Acer ePresentation Management• Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected mod

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

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

27EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: mail, Web browser, Em

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

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

30EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

31EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce

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

32EnglishHotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches

33EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1 O

34EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayPress the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on.Insert a clip

35EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume on the compu

36EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This

37EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr

38EnglishNorton AntiVirusNorton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your c

39EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

40EnglishNo audio is heard from the computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on t

41English• 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

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

42EnglishTo start the recovery process:1 Restart the system.2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to ente

43EnglishAcer Arcade (for selected models)Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using y

44English48-button remote control (for selected models)If your Aspire is bundled with a TV-tuner card, a 48-button remote control is included for use

45EnglishRemote functions*TeleText regions only. **Dependent on individual DVD content.# Item Description1 Live TV Launch Live TV mode2 Power Turn off

46EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

47EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea

48EnglishNote: When playing DVDs and watching TV, there are additional controls added to the right of the volume controls. These are discussed in more

49EnglishCinemaIf your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. Thi

50EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

51EnglishTo add background music to a slide show, click on the "Slide Show Music" option. The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose m

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

52EnglishEditing videoAcer Arcade offers the capability to edit captured video clips, photos and footage from a camcorder into a movie. You can also s

53EnglishTV (for selected models)Arcade allows you to watch TV from your computer. Click the TV button on the home page to show the TV main page.The L

54EnglishNote: Since the TV content you watch always lags slightly behind the live TV broadcast, going to the end of the instant replay recording is a

55EnglishSignal settingsClick on Capture Device to select between an analog or digital input for your TV signal.Select TV Source to choose the source

56EnglishNote: The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running.Make DVDsAcer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording d

57EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

58EnglishNote: 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

59EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

60EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

61EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

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

62EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

63EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

64EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

65EnglishUniversal Serial Bus (USB)The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious

66EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

67EnglishExpressCardThe ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and

68EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

69EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego

70EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E

71EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

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

72EnglishCreate backupYou can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD.1 Boot to Windows XP2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the

73EnglishCreate factory default image CDWhen the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.1 Boot to Wind

74EnglishChange passwordAcer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow t

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

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

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

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

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

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

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