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Extensa™ 390 Series
Notebook Computers
User’s Guide
49.43A01.001
Printed in Taiwan
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Copyright © 1997 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved — Printed in Taiwan Extensa™ 390 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide Part No. 49.43A01.001 Original Issue: August 1997 First Revision: September 1997 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual. Record the serial number, purchase date, and model number in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label a
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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. However, there is no guarantee that in
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Notices Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. 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:
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Notices Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. S
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Notices 9. 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. 10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Ne
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Notices 13. Replace battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman. 14. Warning! Battery may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire. Keep away from children and dispose of used battery promptly. 15. Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable
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Notices Lithium Battery Statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Léver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt sam
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Notices Taking Care of Your Computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it. Do not expose the notebook to direct sunlight. Do not place near sources of heat, such as a radiator. Do not expose to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above 50ºC (122ºF). Do not subject the notebook to magnetic fields. ix
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Notices Do not expose the notebook to rain or moisture. Do not spill water or any liquid on the notebook. Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration. Do not expose the notebook to dust and dirt. Never place objects on top of the notebook to avoid damaging the notebook. x
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Notices Never place the notebook on uneven surfaces. Taking Care of Your AC Adapter and Battery Pack Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter. Do not connect the adapter to any other device. Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic. When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should
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Notices Cleaning and Servicing When cleaning the notebook, follow these steps: 1. Power off the notebook and remove the battery pack. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following occurs: Notebook has been dropped or the body has been damaged. Liquid has been spilled into the product. The notebook does not operate normally. xii
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Contents Preface Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 1.1 Features....................................................... 1-2 1.2 Display ........................................................ 1-4 1.3 Indicators..................................................... 1-6 1.4 Keyboard...................................................... 1-8 1.4.1 Special Keys................................... 1-8 1.4.2 Keyboard Ergonomics .................. 1-14 1.5 Touchpad............................
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Contents Chapter 3 Options 3.1 External Monitor.......................................... 3-2 3.2 External Keyboard........................................ 3-3 3.3 External Keypad........................................... 3-4 3.4 External Pointing Device .............................. 3-5 3.5 Printer ......................................................... 3-7 3.6 Audio Devices .............................................. 3-8 3.7 Port Replicator .............................................
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Contents 4.5 Traveling Internationally with the Computer..................................................... 4-8 4.5.1 Preparing the Computer................. 4-8 4.5.2 What To Bring with You ................. 4-8 4.5.3 Special Considerations................... 4-9 Chapter 5 System Utilities 5.1 Sleep Manager ............................................. 5-2 5.1.1 Accessing the Sleep Manager.......... 5-3 5.1.2 Sleep Manager Functions ............... 5-6 5.2 SafeOff.............................
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Preface This manual describes features of the Extensa™ 390 Series notebook computers. The Extensa series computers incorporate such features as CardBus, 16-bit stereo audio, Fast Infrared and internal pointing device. This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-to-day operation of your Extensa notebook computer. Use the Just for Starters… instructions that came with your computer to get your computer running for the first time. You should also take advantage of the on
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Preface Connecting the Notebook Connecting the computer is as easy is 1-2-3. 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment and slide the battery compartment cover in place. The battery pack has a pull loop at the end for easy removal. Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully recharge the battery, then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again. You only need to do this once with a new battery. 2. Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-i
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Preface Getting Help Online This user’s guide provides clear and concise information about the notebook, so read it thoroughly. To provide you with help when traveling, the notebook has a comprehensive online help. Accessing Online Help Follow these steps to access the online documentation: 1. Press the Windows logo button or Click on the Start button. 2. Select Programs. 3. Click on Extensa Online. The online help is easy to navigate with hypertext and hypergraphics. Clear illustrations help
