Aspire 5500Z SeriesUser's Guide
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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 eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically apply the appropriate profile when
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha
8Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower ManagementAcer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Managem
9Empowering TechnologyYou can also click "Advanced Settings" to:• Set alarms.• Re-load factory defaults.• Select what actions will be taken
11EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer
12EnglishClosed front view6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer.7 Click buttons (left, center and right) The le
13EnglishLeft viewRight view# Icon Item Description1 External display (VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).2
14EnglishRear view2 Optical disk access indicatorLights up when the optical drive is active (for selected models).3 Optical drive eject buttonEjects t
15EnglishBase view# Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.3 Cooling fan H
16EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2)Platform• Intel® Centrino® mobile technology, featuring:-Int
17EnglishPower subsystem• ACPI 1.0b CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes• 44.4 W Li-ion battery pack• 2.
iiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the
18EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Software• Ace
19EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.The power, battery and wireless communicat
20English1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.Easy-launch buttonsL
21EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finge
22EnglishWindows applications.Note: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement;
23EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
24EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce
25EnglishHotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches
26EnglishSpecial 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
27EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray (for selected models)Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the comput
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
28EnglishWrap 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
29EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This
30EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr
31EnglishYou can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.Norton AntiVirusNorton
32EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p
33EnglishNo 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
34English• 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
35EnglishTo start the recovery process:1 Restart the system.2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to ente
36EnglishAcer Arcade (for selected models)Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using y
37EnglishArcade hotkeysWhen running in the Windows environment, the key combinations listed below are available to control and fine-tune the features
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
38EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have
39English"Output mode" should be set to "Stereo" if you are listening to speakers, Dolby surround," or "Virtual surround
40EnglishVirtual keyboardWhenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboa
41EnglishCinemaIf 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
42EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but
43EnglishTo 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
44EnglishEditing videoAcer Arcade offers the capability to edit captured video clips, photos and footage from a camcorder into a movie. You can also s
45EnglishTV (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
46EnglishNote: 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
47EnglishSignal settingsClick on Capture Device to select between an analog or digital input for your TV signal. Select TV Source to choose the source
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
48EnglishNote: The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running.Make DVDsAcer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording d
49EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne
50EnglishNote: 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
51EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature
52EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav
53EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput
54EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set
55EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe
56EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat
57EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car
Disposal instructions iiiFirst things first ivYour guides ivBasic care and tips for using your computer ivTurning your computer on and off ivTaking ca
58English1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base.2 R
59EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi
60EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E
61EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo
62EnglishCreate backupYou can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD.1 Boot to Windows XP2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the
63EnglishCreate 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
64EnglishChange passwordAcer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow t
65EnglishEnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs
66EnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for a
67EnglishEnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product m
Acer Arcade (for selected models) 36Arcade hotkeys 37InstantOn Arcade mode 37Finding and playing content 38Settings 38Arcade controls 39Navigation con
68EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
69EnglishEnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioni
70EnglishNotice for New ZealandFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates o
71EnglishEnglish3 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines
72English8 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
73EnglishEnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification la
74EnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis product co
75EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux
76English2 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
77EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t
What to bring with you 52Special considerations 52Securing your computer 53Using a computer security lock 53Using passwords 53Entering passwords 54Set
78EnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC di
79EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 28adjusting the volume 28troubleshooting 33Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 59brigh
80EnglishPpassword 53types 53PC Card 57ejecting 57inserting 57ports 55printertroubleshooting 33problems 32CD-ROM 33display
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