Acer Extensa 2350 Manual de usuario

Extensa 2350/2950

Series

User’s Guide

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Extensa 2350/2950 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide

Second Issue: December 2004

Extensa 2350/2950 Series Notebook Computer

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First things first

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

computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. We hope you

will be happy with your Extensa as much as we enjoyed making it for

you.

Your guides

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

For more information about our products, services, and support

information, please visit our Web site: http://www.acer.com.

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

with setting up your computer.

This User’s guide introduces you to the many ways your

computer can help you be more productive. This guide

provides clear and concise information about the computer,

so read it thoroughly.

If you ever need to print out a copy, this User’s guide is also

available in Portable Document Format (PDF). Follow these

steps:

1Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem.

2Click on AcerSystem User’s guide.

Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader

installed. For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat

Reader, access the Help and Support menu.

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Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply press the power button on the left of

the launch keys found above your Extensa’s standard keyboard. See

“Front open view” on page 3 for the location of the power button.

To turn the power off, do any of the following:

•Use the Windows shutdown command.

For Windows 2000: Click on Start, Shut Down..., and select Shut

down; then click on OK.

- or -

For Windows XP: Click on Start, Turn off Computer; then click Turn

Off.

•Use the power button.

Note: You can also use the power button to perform power

management functions. See Windows help for more information.

•Use the customized functions for power management.

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover,

or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-Esc). See the online guide for

details.

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 0ºC (32ºF) or

above 50ºC (122ºF).

•Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

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•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 and vibration.

•Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.

•Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging 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 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 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

at all possible.

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Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

•Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.

•Disconnect the AC adapter.

•Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol

cleaners.

•To clean the display screen, use an LCD cleaning kit.

If any of the following occurs:

•The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.

•Liquid has been spilled into the product.

•The computer does not operate normally.

Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 51.

First things first iii

Your guides iii

Basic care and tips for using your computer iv

1 Getting to know your Extensa 1

An Extensa tour 3

Front open view 3

Front view 4

Left view 6

Right view 7

Rear view 8

Bottom view 10

Features 11

Indicators 13

Using the keyboard 15

Special keys 15

Launch Keys 21

Touchpad 22

Touchpad basics 22

Storage 24

Hard disk 24

Optical drive 24

Using software 25

Audio 26

Adjusting the volume 26

Power management 26

Moving around with your Extensa 27

Disconnecting from the desktop 27

Moving around 27

Taking the computer home 28

Traveling with the computer 30

Traveling internationally with the computer 31

Securing your computer 32

Using a computer security lock 32

Using passwords 32

2 Customizing my computer 35

Expanding through options 37

Connectivity options 37

Upgrade options 42

Using system utilities 44

Acer eManager 44

Launch Manager 44

Contents

BIOS Utility 45

Acer eRecovery 46

Create backup 46

Restore from backup 47

Create factory default image CD 47

Re-install bundled software without CD 48

Change password 48

Acer Disc to Disc Recovery 49

Multilingual operating system installation 49

Restore without a Recovery CD 49

Setup password and exit 50

3 Troubleshooting my computer 51

Frequently-asked questions 53

Troubleshooting tips 56

Error messages 57

Requesting service 58

International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 58

Before you call 59

Appendix A Specifications 61

Appendix B Notices 67

Index 83

1 Getting to know your

Extensa

Your Extensa computer combines high-

performance, versatility, power management

features and multimedia capabilities with a

unique style and ergonomic design. Work

with unmatched productivity and reliability

with your new power computing partner.

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