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- Page 1 Introducing the not nearly as exciting ink on paper version of… Guide …the printed companion to the way more fun and handy onscreen experience of My Aspire Guide...
- Page 2 Hey! Wait a minute! Did you know your Acer Aspire comes with incredible multimedia software that was desigend to show you all the cool stuff your computer can do? This book can be a handy desktop reference, but you’ll receive much more in- depth information and instruction by firing up My Aspire Guide software.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Copyright Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks and Aspire is a trademark of Acer Inc. and Acer America Corporation. Microsoft Windows and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corp. -
Page 4: Welcome
Standard End User License Agreement System Warranty Information Limited Product Warranty Garantie Limitée Sur Les Produits FCC Statement Acer Year 2000 Compliance Statement CD-ROM Safety Warning Caution on Lithium Batteries Welcome thank you purchasing an Aspire computer. You are now the owner of a... -
Page 5: Before You Start
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service by persons other than Acer authorized service providers may void your warranty. • Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a •... -
Page 6: Proper Setup And Placement Tips
Your Seat. If you plan to use your Acer computer for extended periods (for example, in a home office environment.), select a highly adjustable office chair with a five-pronged base. The seat and chair back should be adjustable, while you’re sitting in the... -
Page 7: Setting Up Your Aspire
Setting Up your Aspire Refer to the Aspire Easy Setup Poster included in your system box for details on how to set up your computer. Turning your Aspire on and off You have two options for turning your Aspire on and off. Your Aspire was designed for you with convenience in mind. -
Page 8: The Mouse
Turning off your Aspire Option 1: Quickstart OFF • Your Aspire will continue to run in the Quickstart OFF condition. It will appear that it is OFF. When you press the power button to switch your Aspire into the fully ON condition, it will do it in only a few seconds. Option 2: Traditional OFF •... -
Page 9: The Keyboard
The Keyboard The way keys are used varies from program to program. Here are some of the most common uses: Esc key • exits the current action, screen, or program. Tab key • moves the cursor over a set number of spaces in word processing software. -
Page 10: The Monitor
There are different ways to store data, and every differ- ent type of data storage has a specific drive. Three different types of drives come with your Acer computer: The Hard Drive Your fixed or hard drive is located inside your computer. This drive is typically called the C: drive in Windows 98. -
Page 11: Using Your Floppy Drive
The CD-ROM Drive The CD ROM drive uses CDs (Compact Discs) instead of flop- py disks, and it is Read Only Memory, which means that the computer can read data from the disc, but cannot write any- thing new on it. It is typically called the D: drive. On some computers, the CD-ROM may be another drive letter. -
Page 12: Formatting A Floppy Diskette
(cannot be saved on) Using Your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Unlike floppy disks, CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs can be used only for putting data into your computer. Your Acer computer can use two types of CD-ROM discs: audio discs and data discs. Data CDs can hold a lot of information and very large pro- grams. -
Page 13: Your Data/Fax Modem
Your Data/Fax Modem Your data/fax modem makes it possible for you to communi- cate electronically around the globe. Once you’ve plugged your telephone line into your Acer com- puter, you can: • Access the Internet* • Send and receive faxes •... -
Page 14: Connecting An Optional Serial Device
Connecting an Optional Serial Device 1 • Before you proceed, make sure your computer is completely turned off (see p. 6). 2 • On the back of your computer, remove the screw that holds the rear panel cover. 3 • Lift the rear panel cover to detach it from your computer. 4 •... -
Page 15: Getting The Most From Your Aspire Audio System
Getting the Most from Your Aspire Audio System Playing an Audio CD Would you like to play a little music while you work? Pop your favorite audio CD into the CD-ROM drive, wait ten to twenty seconds and, voila! Music! When the Windows 98 CD Player is running, the program icon will display on the task bar at the bottom of the screen: Adjusting the Volume... -
Page 16: Adding Options To Your Aspire
Adding Options to Your Aspire You can add hard drives, memory, expansion cards, and other options to your Acer Aspire. For directions on upgrading/disas- sembly of the computer chassis, please refer to My Aspire Connecting Guide videos and software. USB Devices You can find information regarding your motherboard jumper settings by referring to the panel inside your Aspire chassis. -
Page 17: Need Help
Need 3 • Secure the cover with the appropriate screws. Help? Acer is dedicated to bringing you a reliable and easy to main- tain computer. We realize, though, that problems can arise unexpectedly. Therefore, your Aspire computer comes pre- installed with a suite of tools to provide easy maintenance and help when using your computer. - Page 18 • Repair provides tools to fix monitor problems that may occur on your computer. • Support on the Web provides ways to get help from Acer or other vendors of your computer. Diagnostics Tools Menu...
- Page 19 You should back up your data prior to using these utilities. The Acer System Recovery CD has three dif- ferent types of repair options. Choose the option you need carefully because some may delete all of your personal files.
- Page 20 2 • Select the Acer CPR option. 3 • You will be prompted to insert the Acer Software Library CD into the CD-ROM. The tray will open automatically. 4 • When you have inserted the CD, click OK to close the tray.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting-General
2 • If it does not, make sure the keyboard cable is securely plugged into the back of your computer. 3 • If the problem persists, refer to the Acer Service Center and choose Diagnostic Tools Menu, Hardware Diagnostics. My modem connects, but there’s no dial tone. -
Page 22: The Mouse
Press the Ctrl + Alt + Esc keys, after the beep during boot process, then select Restore Default Settings. Hard disk Controller Error Refer to Acer Service Center and run the Hardware Diagnostics. Hard disk 0 Error Refer to the Acer Service Center and choose Maintenance Tools Menu, scan Hard Drive for Errors. -
Page 23: Additional Acer Services
Technical Support. Acer Technical Support provides help for warranty related issues, such as a hardware problem. Before you contact Acer, please take 10 minutes to run the Hardware Diagnostics. This will help us provide you with better quality support. -
Page 24: Disclaimer Of Warranties
Join Us to Fight Against Piracy The Acer Group has been implementing a policy to respect and protect legiti- mate intellectual property rights. Acer firmly believes that only when each and every one of us abides by such policy can this industry provide quality service to the general public. -
Page 25: System Warranty Information
For other service options, refer to the Acer Information Center software installed on your computer. The Acer warranty does not cover the following: • Acer products purchased from any source other than Acer or its authorized resellers • All software and hardware not factory pre-installed •... -
Page 26: Limited Product Warranty
(b) by the use of parts not manufactured or sold by Acer; (c) by modi cation of the Product; (d) as a result of service by anyone other than Acer or an Acer Authorized Service Provider; or (e) improper transportation or packing when returning the Product to Acer or an Acer Authorized Service Provider;... - Page 27 2 • On-site service is available only for Product located within 100 miles (in U.S.) or 160 km (in Canada) of the location of a third party authorized by Acer to perform on-site service (“Acer Service Center”). See the Warranty Reference Table and 4 below.
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Page 28: Garantie Limitée Sur Les Produits
En ce qui concerne le logiciel fourni par Acer et qui est joint au Produit, Acer garantit que le support de copie, tel que disquettes, CD-ROM sur lequel le logi- ciel est livré... - Page 29 Le service sur site n’ e st disponible que pour les Produits se trouvant dans les 100 miles (aux E.-U) ou 160 km (au Canada) du lieu d’un tiers agréé par Acer pour exécuter le service sur site (“Centre de services Acer”). Reportez-vous aux informations de la section 4 ci-dessous et au tableau de référence de garantie.
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Page 30: Fcc Statement
Produit. Le numéro du RMA (autorisation de renvoi de matériel) doit être apposé sur le conteneur d’ e xpédition. 6 • Vous devez fournir à Acer la preuve du lieu et de la date de l’achat du Produit. -
Page 31: Acer Year 2000 Compliance Statement
Acer Year 2000 Compliance Statement This product is Year 2000-compliant and carries the “NSTL Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant” logo. This product has been tested both by Acer’s inter- nal test labs and NSTL using NSTL’s YMARK2000 certification test. These tests certify that the product will successfully make the year 2000 transition. - Page 32 5. Order parts, accessories, and upgrades Note: system part number and DS# are located on the side of your computer or inside the front panel. Before you call Acer Technical Support, make sure to run The Aspire Recovery and Diagnostics CD.