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Aspire One Series Generic User Guide
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© 2010 All Rights Reserved Aspire One Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 12/2010 Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________
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iii 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. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to th
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iv Warnings • Do not use this product near water. • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near
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v rating. • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating. • 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 in
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vi result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Guidelines for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 60° C (140° F)
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vii children. Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries. Operating environment Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
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viii Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid (anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty i
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ix Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. 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 www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm. Mercury advisory For bulb-inside projectors or electronic products containing a non- LED-backlit-LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside thi
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x 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. Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeleta
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xi Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a ta
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xii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from our trained representatives • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys • The latest news from Acer Hurry and regist
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xiii on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. It is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook. Follow these steps to access it: 1 Click Start > All Programs > AcerSystem. 2 Click AcerSystem User Guide. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. If Adobe Reader is not installed on your compu
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xiv • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take 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 an
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Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Operating environment vii Medical devices vii Vehicles viii Potentially explosive environments viii Emergency calls viii Disposal instructions ix Mercury advisory ix ENERGY STAR ix Tips and information for comfortable use x First things first xii Product Registration xii How to Register xii Another Option xii Your guides xii Basic care and tips for using your computer xiii Turning your computer on and off xiii Taking care of you
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Frequently asked questions 19 Requesting service 21 Before you call 21 Battery pack 22 Battery pack characteristics 22 Maximizing the battery’s life 22 Installing and removing the battery pack 23 Charging the battery 24 Checking the battery level 24 Optimizing battery life 24 Battery-low warning 24 Taking your notebook PC with you 26 Disconnecting from the desktop 26 Moving around 26 Preparing the computer 26 What to bring to meetings 27 Taking the computer home 27 Preparing the computer 27
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Error messages 35 Regulations and safety notices 36 FCC notice 36 LCD pixel statement 37 Radio device regulatory notice 37 General 37 European Union (EU) 38 The FCC RF safety requirement 38 Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 40 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 40
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1 Acer eRecovery Management If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory- loaded software and drivers. To ensure you can recover your computer when needed, you should create a recovery backup as soon as possible. Note: The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1 Backup: • Cre
