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- Page 1 Aspire 3300S User’s guide...
- Page 2 Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer Logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other company’s product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.
- Page 3 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. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. - Page 5 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
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Page 6: Laser Compliance Statement
Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Year 2000 compliance statement The Aspire 3300S series computer carries the "Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo, which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test, and has been found to meet NSTL's standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Notices FCC notice Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Year 2000 compliance statement 1 First things first Package contents Taking care of your computer Important tips Cleaning and servicing Asking for technical assistance Accessing the online guide 2 System tour Features Performance... - Page 8 viii Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options Printer Serial mouse LCD monitor Network Modem (optional) Multimedia devices USB devices 4 Q & A Index...
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Page 9: First Things First
1 First things first... - Page 10 This chapter describes the contents of your computer package and also provides important tips on how to take care of your computer.
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Page 11: Package Contents
Carefully unpack the carton and remove the contents. If any of the following items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Aspire 3300S • Items contained in the accessory box • Foot stands •... -
Page 12: Taking Care Of Your Computer
Taking care of your computer Please read the important instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. -
Page 13: Asking For Technical Assistance
Accessing the online guide You may also refer to the Aspire 3300S series online guide for information about your computer. To access the online guide, simply double-click on the Aspire 3300S Online guide icon on your Windows... - Page 14 1 First things first...
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Page 15: System Tour
2 System tour... - Page 16 This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.
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Page 17: Features
Features Here are just a few of your computer’s many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with Intel NetBurst™ micro-architecture (1.7-, 1.8-, 1.9-, 2.0-, 2.2-, and 2.4 GHz) • System memory expandable to 2 GB • Power management function •... -
Page 18: Front Panel
Front panel Your computer’s front panel consists of the following: Label Icon Component Floppy drive light-emitting diode (LED) 3.5-inch floppy drive Floppy drive eject button CD/DVD Headphone/Earphone port (disabled) Volume control CD/DVD LED CD/DVD tray CD/DVD emergency eject slot Stop/Eject button 2 System tour... - Page 19 Label Icon Component USB ports Microphone-in port (front) Headphone-out port Hard disk activity LED LAN activity LED Power LED Power switch Note: The system has two microphone-in ports (front and rear). However, you can not use both of them at the same time. The default setting for your system enables the microphone-in port in front and disables the one at the back.
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Page 20: Rear Panel
Rear panel Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following: Label Icon Color Component Power supply Voltage selector switch Keyhole Green PS/2 mouse port Gray Network port Burgundy Parallel/Printer port Gold Game/MIDI port VGA port (add-on card) 2 System tour see note... - Page 21 Label Icon Note: The CRT monitor port is automatically disabled when an add-on VGA card is installed into the system. Connect the monitor to the VGA port instead. For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting peripherals” on page 29 and “Connecting peripherals” on page 29. Color Component Black...
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Page 22: Keyboard
Keyboard The keyboard that came with your computer has full-sized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys. Item Component Function keys Caps lock Description Perform specific functions, depending on the application that uses them. When activated, all alphabetic characters typed appear in uppercase (same function as pressing Shift +... - Page 23 Item Component Windows logo key Application key Cursor keys Palm rest (detachable) Num lock Scroll lock Volume control/Mute Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform special functions, such as: • Windows + Tab: Activate the next Taskbar button • Windows + E: Explore My Computer •...
- Page 24 Item Component Multimedia keys Internet/Suspend keys Programmable keys Description Allow you to do the following: • Play/Pause button start playing the audio track or video file. Press again to pause. • Stop button : press to stop playing the audio track or video file.
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Page 25: Mouse
Mouse The mouse has one ratchet wheel and two buttons: a left button and a right button. Quickly pressing and releasing the buttons is called clicking. Sometimes, you will need to do a double-click (clicking the same button twice quickly) or a right-click (clicking the right button quickly). -
Page 26: Disk Drives
Disk drives Your computer comes with the following disk drives: Floppy drive Your computer’s 3.5-inch floppy drive can handle 720-KB and 1.44-MB capacity diskettes. The floppy diskettes are compact, lightweight, and easy to carry around. Here are some tips on how to take care of your diskettes: •... -
Page 27: Cd-Rom/Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rw Drive
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Your computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or a CD-RW drive. This drive is located on the front panel of your computer. The CD-ROM drive allows you to play different types of compact discs (CDs). The DVD-ROM drive allows you to play not only old CD-ROMs, CD-I discs, and video CDs, but new digital video discs (DVDs) as well. - Page 28 When the disc tray slides open, insert the CD or DVD. Make sure that the label or title side of the disc is facing upward. When holding a disc, hold it by the edges to avoid leaving smudges or fingerprints. Push the eject button again to close the tray.
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Page 29: Hard Disk
Hard disk Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE (E- IDE) hard disk. If you want to replace your hard disk or upgrade it, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. - Page 30 2 System tour...
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Page 31: Setting Up Your Computer
3 Setting up your computer... - Page 32 This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals.
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Page 33: Arranging A Comfortable Work Area
Arranging a comfortable work area Working safely begins with the arrangement of your work space and the proper use of equipment. For this reason, it is very important to take time and think about how you are going to arrange your work area. - Page 34 b. Attach the foot stands to the slots on the housing frame as shown in the figure below: To place your PC in the regular desktop position: Check the foot stands that came with your computer. Attach the foot stands as shown in the figure that follows. 3 Setting up your computer...
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Page 35: Positioning Your Monitor
Place your computer in the desired location. Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer: • Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio transmitters, televisions, copy machines, or heating and air- conditioning equipment. -
Page 36: Positioning Your Mouse
Positioning your mouse • The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard so that you can reach it with ease. • Adjust its position to allow enough space for movement without making you stretch or lean over. •... -
Page 37: Connecting Peripherals
Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the USB mouse, the USB keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable. USB mouse Plug the USB mouse cable into any of the USB ports located on the front or rear panel of your computer. -
Page 38: Usb Keyboard
3 Setting up your computer USB keyboard Plug the USB keyboard cable into any of the USB port located on the front or rear panel of your computer. -
Page 39: Monitor
Note: If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port panel of your computer. Monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port located on the rear panel of your computer. Note: The CRT monitor port is automatically disabled when an add-on VGA card is installed into the system. -
Page 40: Power Cable
Power cable Caution! Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make sure that it matches your computer’s voltage setting (refer to page 12 for the location of the voltage selector switch on the rear panel of your computer). If they don’t match, set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area. -
Page 41: Turning On Your Computer
Turning on your computer After connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable, you are now ready to turn the computer on and get to work. To turn on your computer: Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. -
Page 42: Turning Off Your Computer
3 Setting up your computer Turning off your computer To turn off your computer, click on the Start button, highlight Shut Down, select Shut down; then click on OK. You can then turn off all peripherals connected to your computer. If you cannot shut down your computer normally, press the power button for at least four seconds. -
Page 43: Connecting Options
Connecting options Printer To connect a printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel port (burgundy port) located on the rear panel of your computer. Note: The printer shown below is for your reference only. Actual device model may vary in different countries. -
Page 44: Serial Mouse
3 Setting up your computer Serial mouse To connect a serial mouse, plug the serial mouse cable into the serial port (teal or turquoise port) located on the rear panel of your computer. -
Page 45: Lcd Monitor
LCD monitor To connect an LCD monitor, plug the LCD monitor’s VGA cable into the VGA port located on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Refer to the LCD monitor manual for additonal instructions and information. -
Page 46: Network
Network You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into the network port (gray port) on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Consult your operating system manual for information on how to configure your network setup. -
Page 47: Modem (Optional)
Modem (optional) Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset into the handset/telephone line port located on the rear panel of your computer. Refer to the figure below for the connection. -
Page 48: Multimedia Devices
Multimedia devices You can connect multimedia devices such as a microphone, headphones or earphones, external speakers, audio line-in device and a joystick (for games). These devices will allow you to take advantage of your computer’s multimedia features. Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for your reference only. - Page 49 • earphones, headphones: connect to the Headphone-out port (lime port) located on the front panel of your computer Note: To adjust the volume of the headphones, click on the Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen. When the Volume control pops up, drag the Volume control lever to the desired level.
- Page 50 • external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack (lime jack) located on the front or rear panel of your computer • audio line-in device: connect to the Audio-in/Line-in jack (light blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer 3 Setting up your computer...
- Page 51 • joystick: connect to the Game/MIDI port (gold port) located on the rear panel of your computer...
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Page 52: Usb Devices
USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a newer serial bus design that is capable of cascading peripherals such as a keyboard, mouse, speakers, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. With USB, complex cable connections can be eliminated. Your computer comes with four USB ports: two each on both the front and rear panels. - Page 53 Note: Most USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices.
- Page 54 3 Setting up your computer...
- Page 55 4 Q & A...
- Page 56 This chapter tells you what to do in case your computer is not working properly. However, if a more serious problem arises, contact your dealer or the technical support center (www.acersupport.com) for assistance.
- Page 57 The following questions are possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and each is followed by easy answers and solutions to the situation. Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. A: Check the LED located beside the power switch.
- Page 58 Q: Nothing appears on the screen. A: Your computer’s power management function automatically blanks the screen to save power. Just press any key to turn the display back If pressing a key does not work, contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance.
- Page 59 Q: System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following: • Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc or diskette. See “Disk drives” on page 18. • Check if the diskette is formatted correctly. If not, format it again. Caution: If you reformat a diskette, you will lose all data on it.
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Page 61: Index
Index accessing the online guide computer maintenance cleaning servicing connecting options lcd monitor modem multimedia devices audio line-in device earphones/headphones 41 external speakers joystick microphone network printer serial mouse USB devices disk drives CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive inserting CDs/DVDs taking care CDs/DVDs floppy drive not write-protect write-protect...