Acer Aspire 1710 Series User’s Guide
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Appendix B Regulation & safety notices90EnglishExposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102)Aspire 1710 series employs low gain integral antennas that
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Appendix B Regulation & safety notices92EnglishFederal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the
93IndexAACPI 40audio 27connecting externally 45controlling volume 27troubleshooting 70Bbattery bay 9battery packbattery-low warning
94hotkeys 17lock keys 15troubleshooting 71Windows keys 16keypadconnecting externally 44Llaunch keys 22left view 5Mmemoryinstallin
95UUSBconnecting 47utilityBIOS Setup 66Vvolumeadjusting 27WWindows keys 16
Getting familiar with your computer
Getting familiar with your computer2EnglishYour Aspire 1710 series computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and port
3EnglishEnglishA tour of your computerAfter setting up your new Aspire computer, as illustrated in the Just for starters… poster, take a few minutes t
Getting familiar with your computer4EnglishNote: This wireless communication button works for models with 802.11g & 802.11a/g wireless LAN only.5
5EnglishEnglishClosed front view # Item Description1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.2 Wireless communication indicatorL
Getting familiar with your computer6EnglishLeft view # Item Description1 Optical drive Depending on your model, the optical drive is one of the follo
7EnglishEnglishRight view # Item Description1 Right latch Locks and releases the lid (one on the right and one on the left).2 Speaker/Headphone-out ja
Getting familiar with your computer8EnglishRear view# Item Description1 Two USB ports Connects USB 2.0 devices.2 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax
9EnglishEnglishBottom view # Item Description1 Battery cover Protects the battery bay.2 Sub-woofer Enhances the audio quality.3 Ventilation slots Enab
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such cha
Getting familiar with your computer10EnglishFeaturesPerformance• Intel® Pentium® 4 FSB 800 processor• L2 cache 1MB• Intel 865G with ICH-5, support 80
11EnglishEnglishHuman-centric design and ergonomics• All-in-one design (incorporating hard drive, optical drive and floppy disk drive)• Rugged and spa
Getting familiar with your computer12EnglishDisplayThe 17” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. The li
13EnglishEnglishIndicatorsYour computer provides an array of five indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to two indicators positioned at t
Getting familiar with your computer14EnglishThe two indicators located at the front of the unit provide the following status information:3 Caps Lock
15EnglishEnglishKeyboardThe keyboard features full-size keys with an embedded keypad, separate cursor control keys, two Windows keys, and twelve funct
Getting familiar with your computer16EnglishWindows keys The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindow
17EnglishEnglishHotkeysUsing the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling various functions.
Getting familiar with your computer18EnglishFn + F6 Screen blankTurns the LCD backlight off to save power; press any key to resume.Fn + F7 Touchpad o
19EnglishEnglishEuro keyYour computer supports the new Euro currency character. First, hold down the Alt Gr key, and then press the Euro key.Keyboard
ContentsFirst things first viiYour guides viiBasic care and tips for using your computer viiGetting familiar with your computer 1A tour of your comput
Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface.
21EnglishEnglish• Use the scroll key (2) to scroll through long documents and web pages. Press the top of the key to scroll up, and the bottom to scro
Getting familiar with your computer22EnglishLaunch keysLocated at the top of the keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. T
23EnglishEnglishStorageYour computer's all-in-one design offers a variety of data storage options:• The high capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk driv
Getting familiar with your computer24EnglishTo load an optical disc:• Place a CD or DVD on the open tray. Align the disc's center hole with the
25EnglishEnglishConnectivity optionsYour computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone
Getting familiar with your computer26EnglishTo use the fax/data modem, plug a phone cable into your computer's modem jack, and then connect the
27EnglishEnglishAudioYour computer includes an integrated stereo audio system. Built-in stereo speakers and a sub woofer are located at the front of
Getting familiar with your computer28EnglishAudio DJAudio DJ offers all the convenience of an audio CD/MP3 player, enabling you to play your favorite
29EnglishEnglishAudio DJ features the following control buttonsNo. Description1Volume Down2Volume Up3 Previous Track4 Next Track5 Stop/Eject6 Play/Pau
ivEnglishPeripherals and options 41External display devices 43External keyboard 44External keypad 44External pointing device 44Printer 45Audio devices
Getting familiar with your computer30EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a s
31EnglishEnglishPasswordsYou can protect your computer from unauthorized access by setting Windows password protection. The user must enter the passwo
Getting familiar with your computer32English
Operating onbattery power
Your Aspire 1710 series computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as informat
35EnglishEnglishBattery pack (optional)Your computer uses a re-chargeable 12-cell Li-ion 2.2Ah battery pack.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pa
Operating on battery power36English6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again.Follow these steps again until the battery has been
37EnglishEnglishTo install a battery pack:Please refer to “Opening the case” on page 49 before you proceed to next step.1 Loosen the screws on the b
Operating on battery power38EnglishCharging the batteryTo charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug
39EnglishEnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possib
vEnglishEnglishTroubleshooting 67Frequently asked questions 69Appendix A Specifications 73Appendix B Regulation & safety notices 79Index 93
Operating on battery power40EnglishPower managementYour computer features a built-in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity.
Peripherals and options
Your Aspire 1710 series an expandable desktop replacement.This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand your system and upgrad
43EnglishEnglishExternal display devicesYou can connect an external (VGA) monitor or projector to your computer's external display port. See the
Peripherals and options44EnglishExternal keyboardYour computer features a full-size keyboard. However, if you prefer, you can connect an external key
45EnglishEnglishPrinterYour computer supports both parallel and USB printers.Refer to the printer's manual for information on:• Setting up the ha
Peripherals and options46EnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II PC card (PCMCIA or Car
47EnglishEnglishTo remove a PC card:1 Close any applications using the PC card.2 Double click on the PC card icon on the task bar, and then select the
Peripherals and options48EnglishMiscellaneous optionsBattery packIt is a good idea to have a battery, especially when you travel with your computer.
49EnglishEnglishInstalling new componentsMake sure you only use components that are compatible with your Aspire computer. Consult your dealer regardin
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Peripherals and options50EnglishCPU upgradeCaution! A microprocessor and heat sink may be hot if the system has been running. Also, there may be sh
51EnglishEnglishTo install a new processor1 Raise the locking bar on the socket.2 Align the processor with the socket.3 Orient the processor so that t
Peripherals and options52Englisha) Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk.b) Lift up the hard disk, and detect the power and hard disk cables
53EnglishEnglishTo install memory:Refer to “Opening the case” on page 49 and locate the DDR DIMM socket on the main board.a) Align the DDR DIMM with
Peripherals and options54English
Moving with your computer
Your Aspire 1710 series computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling wit
57EnglishEnglishDisconnecting from the desktopBefore moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals:1 Save your work a
Moving with your computer58EnglishMoving aroundSometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move f
59EnglishEnglishTaking the computer homeWhen you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip.Preparing
viiEnglishEnglishFirst things firstYo u r g u i d e sA set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer.:For more informatio
Moving with your computer60EnglishSetting up a home officeIf you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile p
61EnglishEnglishTraveling with the computerSometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer.Preparing the computerPrepare the computer
Moving with your computer62EnglishTraveling internationally with your computerOccasionally you might need to travel between countries with your compu
Software
Your Aspire 1710 series computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your computer.
65EnglishEnglishSystem softwareYour computer comes preloaded with the following software:• Microsoft® Windows® operating system• Hardware BIOS setup u
Software66EnglishBIOS setup utilityThe BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (basic input/output system).Y
Troubleshooting
This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Please read it before calling a technician.Solutions to more serious problems m
69EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power switch, but my computer d
viiiEnglishNote: If you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way, press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds. You should
Troubleshooting70EnglishThe image is not full-screen.Make sure that the resolution is set to a resolution your system supports:• Right click on your
71EnglishEnglishThe keyboard does not respond.Try attaching an external USB keyboard to one of your computer's USB ports. If it works, the intern
Troubleshooting72EnglishI want to set up my location to use the internal modem.Follow these steps:• Click on Start, and then click on Control Panel.•
Appendix A Specifications
This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.
75EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® 4 2.6G ~ 3.4G or higher processor Memory• Desktop 256-MB/512-MB/1-GB DDR SDRAM, upgradeable to 2-GB wi
Appendix A Specifications76EnglishI/O ports• One type II PC Card slot (PCMCIA and CardBus)• One RJ-11 modem jack (V.92, 56K)• One RJ-45 network jack (
77EnglishEnglishOperating system• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home/ProPower• 12-cell Li-ion smart battery pack (optional)• 180-Watt AC adapter, auto sensin
Appendix A Specifications78English
Appendix B Regulation &safety notices
ixEnglishEnglishTaking care of your battery pack (optional)It is also important that you look after your computer's battery pack.• Use the correc
This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.
81EnglishEnglishEnergy Star Guidelines ComplianceAs an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guideline
Appendix B Regulation & safety notices82EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
83EnglishEnglishIf this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the prob
Appendix B Regulation & safety notices84Englishopenings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the produc
85EnglishEnglish14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type:
Appendix B Regulation & safety notices86EnglishMacrovision copyright protection noticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology th
87EnglishEnglish• Art.3.2) EN 301 893 (applied to 5GHz device only)* The applicable number varies according to the different Notified Body ID No. appl
Appendix B Regulation & safety notices88EnglishNote: Acer Dual-Band 11a/g Wireless Mini PCI Adapter implements transmission diversity function. Th
89EnglishEnglish5 Acer Integrated Bluetooth with 56K Modem.Note: The antenna of Acer Integrated Bluetooth with 56K Modem is located on the upper left-
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