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  • Page 1 Ferrari 1000 User's Guide...
  • Page 2 Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ 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 owners.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Replacing The Battery Pack

    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.com/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.

  • Page 6: Tips And Information For Comfortable Use

    50% less energy than conventional equipment. More information refers to http://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement. 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’...

  • Page 7: Finding Your Comfort Zone

    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.
  • Page 8 viii 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 •...

  • Page 9: First Things First

    First things first Thank you for choosing the Ferrari 1000 of notebook computers to meet your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Ferrari notebook, we have designed a set of guides: A handy Quick Guide is useful for quick glances at functional key combinations.

  • Page 10: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    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 put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.

  • Page 11: Taking Care Of Your Battery Pack

    Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adapter. Use Acer cleaning cloth included in the box. For the best usage, please refer to the instructions below: The fine micro-fiber surface (fine surface that bears an imprint) is designed for •...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology password Acer ePower Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management...
  • Page 13 Special keys Using Acer Bluetooth optical mouse Installation Usage LED indicator Using Acer external IEEE 1394 optical drive Using Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Getting to know your VoIP phone LED indicators Charging the phone Connecting the phone to your notebook...
  • Page 14 Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity options Acer ezDock Series Fax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared (FIR) Universal Serial Bus (USB) IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot...
  • Page 15 Error messages Regulations and safety notices FCC notice Modem notices Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union (EU) The FCC RF safety requirement Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking...

  • Page 17: Acer Empowering Technology

    Technology password. Right-click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select "Password Setup" to do so. If you do not initialize the Empowering Technology password, you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eRecovery Management for the first time.

  • Page 18: Acer Epower Management

    Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. AC mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is "Maximum Performance." You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire(1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported.

  • Page 19: Battery Status

    Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window. For additional options, click "Settings" to: Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to be taken when the cover is closed or the power •...

  • Page 21: Acer Epresentation Management

    Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external device or projector using the hot key: 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.

  • Page 22: Acer Edatasecurity Management (For Selected Models)

    Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file 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 and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Page 23 ® Note: Acer eDataSecurity supports Windows XP Professional x64 Edition only.

  • Page 24: Acer Erecovery Management

    Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system's hard drive. By default, user-created backups are stored on the D:\ drive.
  • Page 25 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 76 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD.

  • Page 26: Acer Esettings Management

    Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status. Acer eSettings Management also: Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users •...

  • Page 27: Acer Eperformance Management

    Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer computer. It provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly. The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options: Memory optimization —...

  • Page 29: A Ferrari Tour

    A Ferrari tour After setting up your computer, let us show you around your new Ferrari computer. System Front view Item Description Built-in 1.3 megapixel web camera for video communication. camera Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output.

  • Page 30: Closed Front View

    Item Description Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the left and right (left and mouse buttons. right) Status Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the indicators status of the computer's functions and components.

  • Page 31: Left View

    Icon Item Infrared port Left view Icon Item Kensington lock slot Ventilation slots 6-pin IEEE 1394 port USB 2.0 port PC Card slot PC Card slot eject button Right view Icon Item USB 2.0 ports Ethernet (RJ-45) port Description Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer).

  • Page 32: Rear View

    Base view Item Battery bay Description Connects to a phone line. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Description Connects to Acer ezDock. Powers the computer. Connects to an AC adapter. Description Houses the computer's battery pack.

  • Page 33: Bluetooth Optical Mouse

    Item Battery release latch Memory compartment Hard disk bay Battery lock Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Shock Protection) Bluetooth optical mouse Front view Item Description Left click button Press the left button to perform selection and execution functions. Scroll wheel To scroll up or down a page.

  • Page 34: Base View

    Base view Icon Item Bluetooth connection/ pairing button Power button Description Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. Turns the mouse on and off.

  • Page 35: Bluetooth Voip Phone

    Bluetooth VoIP phone Front view Icon Item PC Card (PCMCIA) interface connector Speaker Volume up/down button Power button Bluetooth connection/pairing button Speakerphone button Microphone Flip Bluetooth connection/pairing indicator Charge/power indicator Description Connects the computer's PCMCIA card interface. Speaker delivers audio output. Increases/decreases the sound volume.

  • Page 36: Specifications

    512 KB L2 cache) or TL-50 (1.6 GHz, 512 KB L2 cache) featuring: • • • ATI RADEON • WLAN: integrated Acer InviLink • supporting Acer SignalUp System memory Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz system memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) ®...
  • Page 37 • graphics high-brightness TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi- window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 12.1" WXGA 200-nit high-brightness TFT LCD, • 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on...
  • Page 38 • MS Sound compatible • Built-in microphone • Communication Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video over • Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer OrbiCam and Acer Ferrari Bluetooth Acer Orbicam 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera (LCD panel- • mounted) featuring (for selected models): •...
  • Page 39 Security Acer DASP+ including Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock • Protection), Acer GraviSense and Acer Anti-Theft HDD protection technologies Kensington lock slot • BIOS user and supervisor passwords • Software Acer Empowering Technology • • Acer ePower Management • Acer ePresentation Management •...
  • Page 40 Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options.

  • Page 41: Indicators

    Indicators The computer has several easy-to-read status indicators: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed Icon Function Description Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.

  • Page 42: Easy-Launch Buttons

    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 page 55.

  • Page 43: Touchpad

    Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad: Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.
  • Page 44 Function Left button (1) Execute Quickly click twice. Select Click once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Access context menu Scroll Note: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean.

  • Page 45: Using The Keyboard

    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. Lock key Description Caps Lock...
  • Page 46 To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Desired access Num Lock on Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner. Cursor-control keys on Hold <Shift> while using embedded keypad cursor-control keys. Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn>...

  • Page 47: Windows Keys

    Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description 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: <...
  • Page 48 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. <Fn> + <↑> Volume up Description Displays help on hotkeys. Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology"...

  • Page 49: Special Keys

    Hotkey Icon Function <Fn> + <↓> Volume down <Fn> + <→> Brightness up <Fn> + < ← > Brightness down Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor.

  • Page 50: Using Acer Bluetooth Optical Mouse

    From the drop-down menu, select "Show mice, keyboards and joysticks", and then click on the "Search Again" button. The Acer mouse will be discovered. Click on the Acer mouse icon, and then click "Next". The services that are available from the device will be listed. Select"...

  • Page 51: Led Indicator

    "Bluetooth connection/pairing" button on the bottom of the mouse to re-initialize the Bluetooth connection. In the low battery mode, the LED indicator flashes. Using Acer external IEEE 1394 optical drive Use the IEEE 1394 cable in the accessory box to connect to the IEEE 1394 port.

  • Page 52: Using Acer Bluetooth Voip Phone

    Using Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Getting to know your VoIP phone LED indicators Color Bluetooth Blue connection/ pairing indicator Charge/Power Amber indicator Charging the phone You need to charge the phone before initial use. It takes approximately four hours for a full charge.

  • Page 53: Connecting The Phone To Your Notebook

    Bluetooth Headset List with a New status. Otherwise, any previously paired Bluetooth headset device shows "Read to Use". 4. Click the Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone from the list, then click Connect. Acer VCM automatically pairs the phone to the notebook, then changes the phone...
  • Page 54 Note: Click "Rescan" if the Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone does not appear on the list. After pairing, Acer VCM automatically connects the phone to the notebook each time you turn the phone on. There is no need to connect the phone again.

  • Page 55: Using The Phone

    Note: You can only receive/answer Internet calls through the phone when it is linked to the notebook. Every time you turn the phone on, Acer VCM automatically links it to the notebook. When linked, the Bluetooth connection/pairing indicator on the phone blinks slowly.

  • Page 56: Using A Computer Security Lock

    Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock.

  • Page 57: Audio

    Audio The computer comes with 32-bit High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Use hotkeys to easily adjust the volume on your computer. See "Hotkeys" on page 31 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.

  • Page 58: Acer Invilink Nplify Wireless Technology

    Acer InviLink Nplify wireless technology Acer InviLink Nplify wireless technology uses multiple radios to create a robust signal and deliver advanced wireless networking performance in addition to all- in-one compatibility. Nplify supports Acer SignalUp technology and 802.11a/b/g (dual-band tri-mode) access points.

  • Page 59: Acer Orbicam

    Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam is a 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on top of the LCD panel. The camera's 225-degree ergonomic rotation allows you to capture high-resolution photos or videos up front or at the back of the LCD panel.

  • Page 60: Launching The Acer Orbicam

    Launching the Acer OrbiCam Click Start > All Programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears. Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Resolution To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the desired resolution.

  • Page 61: Camera Settings

    Options Click Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos. Camera Settings Basic settings Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display, then select Camera Settings from the pop-up menu.

  • Page 62: Capturing Photos/Videos

    Capturing photos/videos To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to get the desired angle, then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to display/play a preview of the photo/video clip.

  • Page 63: Enabling The Acer Visageon

    Enabling the Acer VisageON The Acer VisageON technology comes with two features: Face tracking and Video effects (selected models only). The face tracking feature tracks your head movement and automatically centers your face in the capture window. The video effects feature allows you to select and apply an effect to your video transmissions.
  • Page 64 Using the face tracking feature To use the face tracking feature: Click the left icon down arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple Users from the pop-up menu. For multiple users, the face tracking feature automatically centers all the users' face in the capture window, otherwise the utility centers the face of the user closest to the camera.
  • Page 65 Using video effects (selected models only) The Video Settings section allows you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the list. To select an effect: Click the encircled icon to display the available video effects. The Video Effect Selection window appears. Click on a video effect to use.

  • Page 66: Acer Gravisense

    (this is known as "parking" the heads) in the event that sudden motion is detected. Acer GraviSense can also be set to activate an alarm in case your notebook is moved by an unauthorized person.
  • Page 67 When enabled, this feature will sound an alarm if your notebook is moved. This feature is password-protected to prevent unauthorized access. The first time you activate this function, you will be prompted to set a new password. Your password needs to be between four and eight characters, and should consist of letters and numbers.
  • Page 68 When activated, Acer GraviSense will show a full-screen image and a • password window When activated, the Anti-Theft feature will disable the following • functions: Alt + Tab Ctrl + Shift + Esc Ctrl + Alt + Del Windows keys Task bar When activated, the settings below will be changed to "do nothing"...

  • Page 69: Using The System Utilities

    Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only. Ferrari Calendar Acer offers monthly wallpaper calendars until December, 2007. When your calendar expires, please visit the Acer web site to get the most up to date calendar: http://global.acer.com/support/service.htm. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on certain models.
  • Page 70 Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista 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.

  • Page 71: Launch Manager

    Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for the location of the easy- launch buttons. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.

  • Page 72: Computer Associates Etrust Antivirus 64-Bit Edition (For Selected Models)

    In the Norton Anti-virus main window, click Scans. In the Scans panel, click Run Full System Scan. When the scan is complete, a scan summary appears. Click Finished. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals.
  • Page 73 In the CA eTrust Antivirus main window, click Start Scan. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working.

  • Page 74: Frequently Asked Questions

    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.
  • Page 75 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 option. The volume level may be too low.

  • Page 76: Recovery Cds

    It is important to back up all data files before using this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.

  • Page 77: Requesting Service

    To start the recovery process: Restart the system. While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery. Important! This feature occupies 3 to 4 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk.

  • Page 78: Taking Your Notebook Pc With You

    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: Save any open files. Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s).

  • Page 79: What To Bring To Meetings

    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 the power button to turn the computer back on.

  • Page 80: Special Considerations

    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 •...

  • Page 81: Special Considerations

    Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling: Always take the computer as carry-on luggage. • If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray •...

  • Page 82: Securing Your Computer

    Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock.

  • Page 83: Setting Passwords

    Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS utility. • If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press <Enter>. When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is •...

  • Page 84: Expanding Through Options

    Acer ezDock Series Acer ezDock Series includes Acer ezDock and Acer ezDock Lite, both of which provide excellent total cost of ownership for you and your corporation. Acer ezDock Lite is a streamlined version of the ezDock. For details of the features please check the table below.

  • Page 85: Fax/Data Modem

    Acer ezDock Series comparison table Functions PCMCIA slot ExpressCard slot AC Adapter Connecting to a notebook PC Pull out the connector from the connector slot and remove the cap. Align the connector with the designated port on the notebook PC and push firmly.

  • Page 86: Built-In Network Feature

    To use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. Warning! Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working. Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.

  • Page 87: Fast Infrared (Fir)

    Fast Infrared (FIR) The computer's Fast Infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs, mobile phones, and infrared printers. The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mbps at a distance of up to one meter.

  • Page 88: Ieee 1394 Port

    IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported devices like a DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD-Dual drive. PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer.

  • Page 89: Installing Memory

    Inserting a PC Card Insert the card into the slot and make the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details. Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card: Exit the application using the card. Left-click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation.

  • Page 90: Bios Utility

    Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. Turn on the computer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.

  • Page 91: Password

    Password To set a password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot: and use the <F5> and <F6> keys to enable this feature. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.

  • Page 92: Acer Erecovery Management

    Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:...

  • Page 93: Restore From Backup

    CD or DVD. Boot to Windows XP. Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery actions and click Next.

  • Page 94: Re-Install Bundled Software Without Cd

    Boot to Windows XP. Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery actions and click Next.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance.
  • Page 96 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility.

  • Page 97: Regulations And Safety Notices

    Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 98: Modem Notices

    Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for complete documents.)

  • Page 99: Notice For Australia

    If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor. Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.

  • Page 100: Notice For New Zealand

    Notice for New Zealand The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of...

  • Page 101: Laser Compliance Statement

    Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

  • Page 102: Radio Device Regulatory Notice

    Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules).

  • Page 103: The Fcc Rf Safety Requirement

    LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas. One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually (by users) to ensure good quality radio communication.

  • Page 104: Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (Rss-210)

    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 indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

  • Page 105: Federal Communications Comission Declaration Of Conformity

    Name of responsible party: Address of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Notebook PC Ferrari 1000 Ferrari 100x ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 Mr.

  • Page 106: Declaration Of Conformity For Ce Marking

    Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Name of manufacturer: Beijing Acer Information Co., Ltd. Address of Huade Building, No.18, ChuangYe Rd. manufacturer: ShangDi Zone, HaiDian District Beijing PRCE marking Contact person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw...

  • Page 107: Lcd Panel Ergonomic Specifications

    • α [250 + (250cos )] lx where Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite • Class III Both Yn: 185 ± 20 cd/m • • u'n: 0.230 ± 0.03 v'n: 0.459 ± 0.03 •...
  • Page 108 Declaration of Conformity Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: Machine Type:...
  • Page 109 -. EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) -. EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) ------------------------------------------- Easy Lai / Director Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China...

  • Page 111: Index

    Index AC adapter caring for audio troubleshooting battery pack caring for BIOS utility brightness hotkeys caps lock on indicator care AC adapter battery pack computer cleaning computer computer caring for cleaning disconnecting features indicators keyboards moving around on indicator security setting up a home office taking home traveling internationally...
  • Page 112 inserting ports printer troubleshooting problems display keyboard printer startup troubleshooting questions setting location for modem use safety CD or DVD modem notices scroll lock security keylock passwords speakers hotkey troubleshooting support information touchpad hotkey using 27– 28 travel international flights local trips troubleshooting tips...

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