Acer Aspire 3620 Bedienungsanleitung

Aspire 3620 SeriesUser's Guide

Regulations and safety notices 59ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 59FCC notice 59Modem notices 60Important safety instructions 63Laser compliance sta

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

2Empowering TechnologyFor more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility an

3Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock ManagementAcer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and flo

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance ManagementAcer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer

5Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provide

6Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings ManagementAcer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system healt

7Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower ManagementAcer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Managem

8Empowering TechnologyYou can also click "Advanced Settings" to:• Set alarms.• Re-load factory defaults.• Select what actions will be taken

9EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

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

10EnglishClosed front view4 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.5 Click buttons (left, center and right) Th

11EnglishLeft view7 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status.8 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.9 Lat

12EnglishRight viewRear view# Icon Item Description1 Three USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).2 Ventilation slots

13EnglishBase view# Item Description1 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Do not cover or obst

14EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2)• Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2)Platform•

15EnglishCommunication• Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with PTT approval; Wake-on-Ring ready• LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready• WLAN: integrated

16EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.System compli

17EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.The power, battery and wireless communicat

18English1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.Easy-launch buttonsL

19EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finge

iiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the

20English• Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.• Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perf

21EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

22EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce

23EnglishHotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches

24EnglishSpecial 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

25EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray (for selected models)Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the comput

26EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume on the

27EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This

28EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr

29EnglishYou can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.Norton AntiVirusNorton

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

30EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

31EnglishNo 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

32EnglishNote: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the in

33EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s

34EnglishAcer ArcadeAcer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your pointing device or rem

35EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

36English"Output mode" should be set to "Stereo" if you are listening to speakers, Dolby surround," or "Virtual surround

37EnglishCinemaIf 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

38EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

39EnglishTo 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

vTo 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 the

40EnglishNote: For more details on editing video and all the associated features, please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu.MusicFor convenient access

41EnglishWith Arcade you can also turn digital photos into a slide show with background music, or film clips into an amateur movie. You can share any

42EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

43EnglishNote: 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

44EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

45EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

46EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

47EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

48EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

49EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

viTaking 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 the

50EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

51EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

52EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego

53EnglishNote: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Please refer to the online help for more inform

54EnglishCreate backupYou can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD.1 Boot to Windows XP2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the

55EnglishCreate 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

56EnglishChange passwordAcer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow t

57EnglishEnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs

58EnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for a

59EnglishEnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product m

Disposal instructions iiiFirst things first ivYour guides ivBasic care and tips for using your computer ivTurning your computer on and off ivTaking ca

60EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device

61EnglishEnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioni

62EnglishNotice for New ZealandFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates o

63EnglishEnglish3 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines

64English8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord doe

65EnglishEnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification la

66EnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis product co

67EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux

68English2 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

69EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

Audio 26Adjusting the volume 26Using the system utilities 27Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 27Launch Manager 28Norton AntiVirus 29Frequently

70EnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC di

71EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 26adjusting the volume 26troubleshooting 31Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 51brigh

72EnglishPpassword 46types 46PC Card 50ejecting 50inserting 50ports 48printertroubleshooting 31problems 30CD-ROM 31display

Setting up a home office 44Traveling with the computer 44Preparing the computer 44What to take with you 44Special considerations 45Traveling internati