Acer Ferrari 5000 Series User Manual
Acer Ferrari 5000 Series User Manual

Acer Ferrari 5000 Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 Ferrari 5000 Series User's Guide...
  • Page 2 Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ 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 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. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details.
  • 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/environmental.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

    Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.
  • Page 7 Eyes Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and • focusing on a distant point. Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out. • Display Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your •...
  • Page 8: First Things First

    First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your computer.
  • Page 9: 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 shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn>...
  • Page 10: Taking Care Of Your Battery Pack

    Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off • before removing or replacing batteries. Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. •...
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Empowering Technology password Acer ePower Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Your Acer notebook tour Front view Closed front view Left view Right view Rear view Base view Specifications...
  • Page 12 Audio Adjusting the volume Acer OrbiCam Launching the Acer OrbiCam Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Capturing photos/videos Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam Enabling the Acer VisageON Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus Frequently asked questions...
  • Page 13 Installing memory BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CD Change password Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips...
  • Page 14 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 LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index...
  • Page 15: Acer Empowering Technology

    Management for the first time. If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to remember or write down your password.
  • Page 16: 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 17: Battery Status

    Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to be taken when the cover is closed or the power • button is pressed. Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Management. •...
  • Page 19: 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 20: Acer Edatasecurity Management

    Acer eDataSecurity Management 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 21: Acer Elock Management

    Interfaces — includes serial port, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bluetooth. • To activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain locked after rebooting,...
  • Page 22 Note: If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to remember or write down your password.
  • Page 23: 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 24 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 86 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: Your Acer Notebook Tour

    Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view Icon Item Built-in camera Display screen Description 1.3 megapixel web camera for video communication.
  • Page 28: Closed Front View

    Icon Item Microphone Keyboard Palmrest Touchpad Click buttons (left, center and right) Power button Easy-launch buttons Closed front view Icon Item Speakers Power indicator Battery indicator 5-in-1 card reader Description Internal microphone for sound recording. For entering data into your computer. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer.
  • Page 29 Icon Item Line-in jack Microphone-in jack Headphones/speaker/ line-out jack with S/PDIF support Wireless communication button Bluetooth communication button 4-pin IEEE 1394 port Infrared port Latch Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Accepts input from external microphones.
  • Page 30: Left View

    Left view Icon Item Kensington lock slot Two USB 2.0 ports Modem (RJ-11) port Optical disk access indicator Slot-load optical drive eject button Slot-load optical drive ExpressCard/34 slot PC Card slot PC Card slot eject button Note: The slot-load optical drive can only accept 12 cm disks. Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
  • Page 31: Right View

    Right view Icon Item USB 2.0 port Ventilation slots Ethernet (RJ-45) port External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network (for selected models).
  • Page 32: Rear View

    Rear view Icon Item HDMI HDMI port 124-pin Acer ezDock connector S-video/TV-out port DC-in jack Description Supports high definition digital video connections. Connects to Acer ezDock. Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. Connects to an AC adapter.
  • Page 33: Base View

    Base view Item Battery bay Battery lock Wireless LAN and memory compartments Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Shock Protection) Hard disk bay Optical drive bay Optical drive bay release latch Battery release latch Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Locks the battery in position.
  • Page 34: Specifications

    Specifications Operating Windows • system Genuine Windows • Genuine Windows • Genuine Windows • Platform Processor: AMD Turion • TL-52/TL-56/TL-60 (1.6/1.8/2.0 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache) or TL-50 (1.6 GHz, 512 KB L2 cache) processor featuring: • • • Chipset: ATI Xpress 1150 •...
  • Page 35 Display and 15.4" WSXGA+ high-brightness (200 nit) Acer • graphics CrystalBrite ms response time 15.4" WXGA high-brightness (200 nit) Acer • CrystalBrite ms response time ATI Mobility • HyperMemory 256 MB of shared system memory), supporting ATI PowerPlay Express ATI DualView •...
  • Page 36 Audio system with two built-in speakers • MS Sound compatible • Built-in microphone • Communication Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video • over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer OrbiCam Acer OrbiCam • camera, featuring: • •...
  • Page 37 Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Security Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user and supervisor passwords • Software Acer Empowering Technology • •...
  • Page 38 Options and Acer ezDock • accessories 512 MB,1GB or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM • modules 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive • W-cable • DVI cable • Environment Temperature: •...
  • Page 39: Indicators

    Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed Icon Function Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
  • Page 40: 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 51.
  • Page 41: 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 42 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 43: 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 44: 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 45 <Fn> + <→> Brightness up <Fn> + < ← > Brightness down 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...
  • Page 46: Special Keys

    Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5>...
  • Page 47: Using The Bluetooth Wireless Optical Mouse

    Using the Bluetooth wireless optical mouse Your Ferrari series notebook computer comes with a Bluetooth wireless optical mouse, including two rechargeable batteries. Installation Installation of the Bluetooth mouse is simple. Enable Bluetooth functionality by pressing the Bluetooth communication button on the front panel (see "Closed front view"...
  • Page 48 mouse. Under normal circumstances, it takes approximately 5 hours to fully charge the Bluetooth mouse. Important! Do not use the USB charging cable with traditional non-rechargeable batteries! Doing so may result in equipment damage or other conditions hazardous to your health.
  • Page 49: 1. Acer Bluetooth Voip Phone

    1. Getting to know your VoIP phone 1.1 Package contents Check the following items in your Bluetooth VoIP phone package: 1. Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone 2. Installation CD 3. Quick guide Contact your retailer immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing.
  • Page 50: 1.3 Led Indicators

    1.3 LED indicators Color Bluetooth Blue connection/ pairing indicator Charge/Power Amber indicator 1.4 Charging the phone You need to charge the phone before initial use. It takes approximately four hours for a full charge. To charge the phone: 1. Turn the notebook on. 2.
  • Page 51: Using Acer Vcm (Voice Connection Manager)

    3. Follow screen instructions to proceed. 2.2 Using Acer VCM 2.2.1 Info bar After restart, the Acer VCM displays an info bar that provides information on the current audio device and IM (Instant Messaging) service status. Press (X) to close this bar.
  • Page 52: Connecting The Phone To Your Notebook

    Help Exit 3. Connecting the phone to your notebook The Acer VCM Bluetooth Headset Connection Center is a convenient tool to connect the phone to your notebook. To connect the phone to your notebook: 1. Eject the phone from the PC Card slot, if necessary, then press the phone power button for three seconds.
  • Page 53 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 status to "Default Use".
  • Page 54: 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 55: Ejecting The Optical (Cd Or Dvd) Disk

    Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) disk Press the drive eject button to eject the optical disk when the computer is on. 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.
  • Page 56: Audio

    Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel 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 30 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.
  • Page 57: 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 58: Launching The Acer Orbicam

    Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double-click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop. 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 59: 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 60: 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 61: 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 62 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 63 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 64: Using The System Utilities

    Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:...
  • Page 65: Launch Manager

    Acer GridVista is simple to set up: Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.
  • Page 66: Norton Antivirus

    Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure. How do I check for viruses? A Full System Scan scans all files on your computer. To perform a system scan: Start Norton AntiVirus.
  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69: 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 70: 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 5 to 6 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk.
  • Page 71: 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 72: 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 and release the power button to turn the computer back on.
  • Page 73: 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 74: 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 75: 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 76: Entering Passwords

    Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press • <F2> to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS utility. •...
  • Page 77: Expanding Through Options

    Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section.
  • Page 78: Built-In Network Feature

    Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network.
  • Page 79: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394- compatible device like a video camera or digital camera.
  • Page 80: Pc Card Slot

    PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These cards should have a PC Card logo on them. PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs.
  • Page 81: Expresscard

    ExpressCard The ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of your computer. ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters.
  • Page 82: Installing Memory

    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 83: Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery

    Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the <F5> and <F6> keys to set this value to Enabled.
  • Page 84: Power 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.
  • Page 85: Create Backup

    You can create and save backup images to hard disk, 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 settings and click Next.
  • Page 86: Create Factory Default Image Cd

    When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature. 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 settings and click Next.
  • Page 87: Change Password

    Change password Acer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery Management. Boot to Windows XP. Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility.
  • Page 88: 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 89: Regulations And Safety Notices

    Regulations and safety notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. 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.
  • Page 90: 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 91: Notice For Australia

    Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem.
  • Page 92: 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 93: 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 94: 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 95: The Fcc Rf Safety Requirement

    LAN Mini PCI Card/ Mini Card built in to the screen section and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI Card/ Mini Card adapter implements a transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas.
  • Page 96: 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 97: Federal Communications Comission Declaration Of Conformity

    Address of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Notebook PC Ferrari 5000 Ferrari 500xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606...
  • Page 98: 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 99: Lcd Panel Ergonomic Specifications

    Class IV 85.0° Illuminance level: • α [250 + (250cos )] lx where Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite • Class III Both • • • Class II α = 85° ™ LCD:...
  • Page 100: 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 CD-ROM ejecting manually troubleshooting cleaning computer computer caring for cleaning disconnecting features indicators keyboards moving around on indicator security setting up a home office...
  • Page 101 numeric keypad embedded password types PC Card ejecting inserting ports printer troubleshooting problems CD-ROM display keyboard printer startup troubleshooting questions setting location for modem use safety CD or DVD FCC notice modem notices scroll lock security keylock passwords speakers hotkey troubleshooting support information...

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