Acer Extensa 2600 Manuel utilisateur

Extensa 2600 Series

User's Guide

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Extensa 2600 Series User's Guide

Original Issue: July 2005

Extensa 2600 Series Notebook PC

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making the Extensa series of notebook PC your

choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.

Your guides

To help you use your Extensa, we have designed a set of guides:

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the

LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. See "Front view" on page 1 for the

location of the power button.

First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with

setting up your computer.

The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and

functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer

can help you to be more productive, please refer to the

AcerSystem User's Guide. This guide contains detailed

information 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 on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem.

2 Click on AcerSystem User's Guide.

Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. If Adobe Reader is

not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's

Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the

instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For

instructions on how to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and

Support menu.

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> + <F4>.

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and

hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down

the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on

again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

•Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources

of heat, such as a radiator.

•Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF) or above

50 ºC (122 ºF).

•Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

•Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

•Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

•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 any cables away from foot 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 not exceed

the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the

total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet

should not exceed the fuse rating.

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.

•Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible.

Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack.

2 Disconnect the AC adapter.

3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

If either of the following occurs:

•the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged;

•the computer does not operate normally

please refer to "Frequently asked questions" on page 22.

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.

Operation conditions

This device 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.

Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions for wireless option

devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device.

An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference

to radio communications. Also, any tampering of the internal antenna will void

the FCC certification and your warranty.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to

be operated indoors, and installation outdoors is subject to licensing.

For more information about our products, services, and support information,

please visit our website: http://global.acer.com.

First things first iii

Your guides iii

Basic care and tips for using your computer iii

Turning your computer on and off iii

Taking care of your computer iv

Taking care of your AC adapter iv

Taking care of your battery pack v

Cleaning and servicing v

An Extensa tour 1

Front view 1

Closed front view 2

Left view 3

Right view 3

Rear view 4

Base view 5

Specifications 6

Indicators 8

Easy-launch buttons 9

Touchpad 10

Touchpad basics 10

Using the keyboard 12

Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 12

Windows keys 13

Hotkeys 13

Special keys 15

Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 16

Using a computer security lock 16

Audio 17

Adjusting the volume 17

Using the system utilities 18

Acer eManager 18

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 19

Launch Manager 20

Norton AntiVirus 21

Frequently asked questions 22

Requesting service 25

International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25

Before you call 25

Contents

Acer Arcade 26

Arcade hotkeys 27

Finding and playing content 28

Settings 28

Arcade controls 28

Navigation controls 29

Player controls 29

Cinema 29

DVD settings 30

Album 31

Slideshow settings 32

Video 32

Playing a video file 32

Video authoring 33

Music 33

Burner 34

Copy — Back up your CD/DVD collection 34

Audio — Create your own greatest hits CDs 34

Data — Store files simply and easily 34

Video — Your world in pictures 34

Taking your notebook PC with you 36

Disconnecting from the desktop 36

Moving around 36

Preparing the computer 36

What to bring to meetings 37

Taking the computer home 37

Preparing the computer 37

What to take with you 37

Special considerations 38

Setting up a home office 38

Traveling with the computer 38

Preparing the computer 38

What to take with you 38

Special considerations 39

Traveling internationally with the computer 39

Preparing the computer 39

What to bring with you 39

Special considerations 39

Securing your computer 40

Using a computer security lock 40

Using passwords 40

Entering passwords 41

Setting passwords 41

Expanding through options 42

Connectivity options 42

Fax/data modem 42

Built-in network feature 43

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 43

PC Card slot 44

BIOS utility 45

Boot sequence 45

Enable disk-to-disk recovery 46

Password 46

Using software 46

Playing DVD movies 46

Power management 47

Acer eRecovery 47

Create backup 48

Restore from backup 48

Create factory default image CD 48

Re-install bundled software without CD 49

Change password 49

Troubleshooting 50

Troubleshooting tips 50

Error messages 50

Regulations and safety notices 52

ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 52

FCC notice 52

Modem notices 53

Important safety instructions 56

Laser compliance statement 58

LCD pixel statement 58

Radio device regulatory notice 58

General 59

European Union (EU) 59

The FCC RF safety requirement 60

Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio

communication devices (RSS-210) 61

Environmental Policy Declaration 62

Federal Communications Comission

Declaration of Conformity 63

Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking 64

Index 65

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