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1. 2 Optical disc access LED that indicates when an optical disc is indicator being read or written 3 Slot loading optical DVD Super Multi for both reading and writing drive DVD RWs and DVD RAMs 4 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter ii EEN AEN GE Note The slot loading optical drive can only accept 12 cm disk tes a Ko Cc Lu Getting familiar with your computer Rear view gt e o _ A e ig e ULU i 06 6 1 Modem jack Connects to a phone line 2 Network jack Connects to a Gigabit Ethernet network 3 100 pin port Connects to an I O port replicator or Acer replicator connector Oo EasyPort expansion devices Manufacturing option 4 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device e g parallel 2 printer 5 External display port Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector 6 S video Connects to a television or display device with S video input S gt 7 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Bottom view 1 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 2 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in place 4 Mini PCI slot Slot for adding mini PCI cards 5 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and vibration 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s
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3. Ferrari com puter The Just for starters poster shows you how to set up your computer This User s Guide provides clear and concise information on using your computer productively You are advised to read it thoroughly and keep it handy for future reference For more information on our products services and support please visit our web site www global acer com Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on your computer open the lid and press the power button above the keyboard To turn the power off you can do any of the following e Click on the Start button in Windows and then select Shut Down on the popup menu e Push the power button To use this method you must first click on the Power Management icon in Windows Control Panel and then check that the power button is set to shut down the computer when pressed See Windows Help for more information Note If you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way press and hold the power button for more than four seconds You should then wait at least two seconds before turning the computer on again 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 asa radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not expose
4. Manager ba Add Delete Launch Manager Launch Manager w ada Delete 4 D Lu 64 Software BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS basic input output system contains important information used to configure the hardware and system software settings Your computer reads the BIOS when it first starts up before it loads the operating system Your computer s BIOS includes a built in setup utility called Insyde Soft ware SCU system configuration utility It can be started shortly after you turn the computer on by pressing the F2 key during POST Ferrari world The BIOS setup utility displays summary information on your computer its devices processor and memory Your computer is already configured for optimal performance and so you should not need to run this utility However you may need to change the BIOS settings if you encounter configuration problems in the future Refer to Frequently asked questions on page 69 if a prob lem arises 65 Disc to Disc Recovery Note This feature is only available on certain models Multilingual operating system installation Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use when you first power on the system 1 Turn on the system 2 Acer multilingual operating system selection menu will pop up automatically 3 Use the arrow keys to scroll to the language version you want Press Enter to confirm your selection 4 The operating s
5. Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 U S A Contact Person Mr Young Kim Phone No 408 922 2909 Fax No 408 922 2606 Index A ACPI 38 audio 25 adjusting the volume 25 connecting externally 46 troubleshooting 70 B battery pack battery low warning 36 caring for v characteristics 33 charging 35 checking charge level 35 installing 35 low conditions 36 maximizing life 33 optimizing 36 removing 35 using the first time 33 BIOS Setup Utility 64 brightness hotkeys 17 Cc caps lock 13 onindicator 12 care battery pack v computer V cD troubleshooting 70 CD ROM ejecting 24 charging checking level 35 cleaning computer v computer bringing to meetings 56 caring for iv cleaning v disconnecting 55 features 10 moving around 56 97 security 29 setting up ahome office 58 taking home 57 traveling internationally 60 traveling on local trips 59 turning off iii connections audio 46 external display devices 41 external input devices 41 keyboard external 41 keypad external 41 mouse 41 printer 45 USB 42 connectivity options 26 Ethernet 26 D display 11 hotkeys 17 troubleshooting 69 DVD troubleshooting 70 E Ethernet connection 26 Euro 18 F FAQ See frequently asked questions floppy drive troubleshooting 70 frequently asked questions 69 front view 3 G guide iii H hard disk 23
6. Storage This computer supplies you with the following media storage e The High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e The high speed optical drive Hard disk The high capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs This is where your programs and data are stored Optical drive The optical drive provides increased storage capacity as well as offering a host of multimedia possibilities 24 Getting familiar with your computer Ejecting the optical disc To eject the optical disc when the computer is turned on press the drive eject button Toload an optical disc e With the computer turned on insert the disc into the drive slot until you feel the drive catch the disc and take it the rest of the way in e The disc may need to be inserted nearly all the way in before the drive takes it in rest of way 25 Audio The computer comes with 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 stereo audio and includes a built in sensitive microphone and dual stereo speakers There are audio ports on the left of the computer See Left view on page 6 for more information on connecting external audio devices Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hot keys on page 16 for more informations on adjusting the speaker volume 4 D Lu 26 Getting familiar with your computer Connectivity options Your computer has built in connectivity options enablin
7. adapter is properly plugged in to the computer and to the power outlet e If it is lit check the following Make sure that there is not a non bootable non system diskette in the floppy disk drive If so remove the diskette and then press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on check the follow ing e The brightness level might be too low Press Fn gt hot key to increase the screen brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the Fn F5 hot key to toggle the display setting e The system may be in standby mode Try pressing the power button to resume The image is not full screen Make sure that the resolution is set to a resolution your system sup ports e Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Alternatively click on the Display icon in Control Panel e Click on the Settings tab to check the resolution setting Resolutions lower than the specified resolution result in a display that is less than full screen 70 Troubleshooting There is no audio coming from my computer Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar If it is crossed ou
8. antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to have good quality of radiocommunication 2 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 Canada Low power license exempt radiocommunication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause interference and this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired opera tion of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installed outdoors is subject to licensing Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 Ferrari 3400 employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population con sult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site at www hc sc gc ca rpb 95 acer Acer Incorporated 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan Tel 886 2 2696 1234 Fax 886 2 2696 3535 www acer com Declaration of Conformity for CE marking We Acer Inc 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail
9. left right Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 21 Launch Keys Located above the keyboard are five buttons The left most button is the power button To the right of the power button are the four launch keys They are designated as the mail button the web browser button and two programmable buttons P1 and P2 Mail Email application Web browser Internet browser application P1 User programmable P2 User programmable 22 Getting familiar with your computer E Mail Detection Click right button at the Launch Manager icon on the taskbar and click on E Mail Detection In this dialog box you have the option to enable disable mail checking set the time interval for mail checking etc If you already have an email account you can fill in User Name Password and POP3 Sever in the dialog box The POP3 Sever is the mail server where you get your email Launch Manager W Check Mail User Name Valued Acer Customer Password _ _ aj POPS Server acercomt Check Interval 180 second s Cancel Aside from the email checking function there is a mail button that is used to launch the email application It is located above the keyboard right below the LCD 23
10. other peripheral devices such as digital cameras printers and scanners See Expansion devices on page 47 for more information on connecting USB devices External keyboard Your computer features a full size keyboard However if you prefer you can connect an external keyboard to one of your computer s USB ports This enables you to enjoy the comfort and added features of a full size desktop system keyboard when inputting typed data on your notebook computer External keypad Your computer features an embedded keypad that when combined with the Num Lock feature enables you to easily input typed numeric data Alternatively you can connect a 17 key numeric keypad to one of your computer s USB ports This enables you to enjoy the benefits of a numeric keypad without interfering with your use of the computer s keyboard for typing text External pointing device Your computer features a sensitive touchpad pointing device with two click buttons and a scroll key However if you prefer to use a conven tional mouse or other pointing device you can connect it to one of your computer s USB ports 42 Peripherals and options USB devices Your computer features four USB Universal Serial Bus 2 0 ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals See External input devices on page 41 and Printer on page 45 for information on connecting a USB keyboard keypad mouse or printer Other common USB devices include digital c
11. taking your computer home keep the following in mind e Always take your computer as carry on luggage e If possible have your computer manually inspected at security checks Although the computer can pass safely through security X ray machines you should never expose it to a metal detector e If carried separately avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors 60 Moving with your computer Traveling internationally with your computer Occasionally you might need to travel between countries with your computer Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would for normal travel Remember to take special precautions for air travel What to take with you It is advisable to take the following items with you e AC adapter e Power cords that are appropriate for the countries you plan to visit e Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e Phone and network cables if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Check that your modem is suitable for the telephone system in the countries you plan to visit You might have to use a PC card modem in some locations Special considerations In addition to the considerations for normal travel with your computer keep the following in mind when traveling internationally e Check that your power cord is suitable for the local power supply If necessary purchase a power
12. 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 Do not place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the lid shut Close the computer gently Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter It is important that you look after your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on it Route the power cord away from areas where people might walk on it or trip over it Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting from the mains power socket Grasp and pull the plug instead The total ampere ratings of equipment plugged into a power strip should not exceed the ampere rating for that power strip Taking care of your battery pack It is also important that you look after your computer s battery pack e Use the correct battery model for your computer Do not use other kinds of batteries e o Turn the power off before removing or replacing the battery e Do not tamper with the battery Keep the battery away from children e Dispose of batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning your computer it is important that you follow these steps e Turn off the computer and remov
13. the internal touchpad Cag on and off Fn F8 Jab Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn T Volume up Increases the speaker volume Fn l Volume down Decreases the speaker m6 volume Fn gt whe Brightness up Increases the screen O brightness Fn te Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness 18 Getting familiar with your computer The Euro symbol If your keyboard layout is set to United States International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard Note for US keyboard users The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows For the Euro symbol to work the keyboard layout has to be set to United States International To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP follow the steps below 1 Click on Start Control Panel 2 Double click on Regional and Language Options 3 Click on the Language tab and click on Details 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for En English United States is set to United States International If not select and click on ADD then select United States International and click on OK 5 Click on OK To type the Euro symbol 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard 2 Open a text editor or word processor 3 Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography fag fag12 htm 19 Touc
14. things to consider when traveling with your computer 55 Disconnecting from the desktop Before moving with your computer you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals Save your work and close all applications 2 Shut down Windows to turn off your computer Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet and then disconnect it from the computer 4 Disconnect any external devices such as a keyboard mouse or printer that are attached to your computer 5 If you are using a security lock cable disconnect the lock from the computer 6 Pack your computer in a strong waterproof bag or case 56 Moving with your computer Moving around Sometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance For example you might need to move from your office desk to a meet ing room In these situations you don t have to shut down the operat ing system Preparing the computer First disconnect any peripherals that you don t want to take with you Next close the lid placing your computer in Standby mode You can now safely carry it around the building with you When you are ready to use your computer again open the lid and then press the power button to bring it out of Standby mode What to bring to short meetings If your battery is fully charged you probably won t need to take any thing else with you to the meeting What to bring to long meetings For longer meetings take along the AC adapter You can u
15. upgrading 51 help iii online services 72 Hibernation mode hotkey 16 hotkeys 16 l ITW See warranty 98 K keyboard 13 connecting externally 41 embedded numeric keypad 14 hotkeys 16 lock keys 13 troubleshooting 70 Windows keys 15 keypad connecting externally 41 L left view 6 M memory installing 50 51 upgrading 50 microphone troubleshooting 70 modem setting location 71 mouse connecting externally 41 N Notebook Manager hotkey 16 notice DVD copyright protection 91 num lock 13 onindicator 12 numeric keypad embedded 14 o online services 72 options hard disk upgrade 51 memory upgrade 50 PC Cards 47 spare AC adapter 49 spare battery 49 P password 29 types 29 PC Card inserting 47 Index removing 48 power management 38 printer connecting 45 troubleshooting 71 problems 69 audio 70 CD 70 diskette 70 display 69 DVD 70 floppy drive 70 keyboard 70 printer 71 startup 69 R rear view 8 right view 7 S safety CD or DVD 90 FCC notice 83 general instructions 89 modem notices 84 security keylock 29 passwords 29 smart card 29 service when to call v software bundled 63 speakers hotkey 17 troubleshooting 70 Standby mode hotkey 16 status indicators 12 status LCD 12 storage 23 harddisk 23 support information 72 T touchpad 19 hotkey 17 99 using 19 20 v travel volume international flights 60 adjusting 25 local trips 59 Ww U war
16. Ferrari 3400 User s Guide Copyright 2004 AlI Rights Reserved Ferrari 3400 Computer User s Guide Original Issue September 2004 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondense concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Ferrari 3400 computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective companies First things first Your guides A set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your
17. When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then and a power connect to the mains power supply outlet are 2 Save all necessary files available 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly 37 An extra fully charged battery pack is available 1 2 3 Save all necessary files Close all applications Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer Replace the battery pack Turn on the computer and resume work The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable You have no spare battery pack Save all necessary files Close all applications Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 38 Operating on battery power Power management Your computer features a built in power management unit that con stantly monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard touchpad mouse floppy disk drive hard disk drive optical drive peripherals con nected to the computer and video memory If no activity is detected for a period of time the settings are controlled in Windows Power Management the computer turns off some or all of these devices in order to conserve power Your computer employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI Advan
18. abetic characters are typed in uppercase Toggle on and off by pressing the Caps Lock key on the left side of the keyboard NumLk When Num Lock is on the embedded numeric keypad can be used Toggle on and off by pressing the Fn F11 keys simultaneously Scr Lk When Scroll Lock is on the screen toggles up or down one line at a time when the up and down cursor control keys are pressed f 4 D Lu 14 Getting familiar with your computer Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric key pad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right cor ner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys 0000 as SESEEEEEEESEEEE SESBEGEEESS Number keys on Type numbers in a embedded keypad normal manner Cursor control keys on Hold Shift while using Hold Fn while using embedded keypad cursor control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing Type the letters in a letters on embedded normal manner keypad Note If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer the Num Lock feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad 15 Windows keys The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows specific func tions ON OK ON OK ON LITT TTT TTI L L Windows logo Start button Combinations with th
19. ameras scanners and external storage devices USB is plug and play which means that you can connect and start using a USB device without having to restart your computer You can also dis connect the device at any time A further advantage of USB is the ability to use USB hubs This means that several devices can share a USB port simultaneously 43 IEEE 1394 Port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported device like a digital video camera Note See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 44 Peripherals and options Port expansion devices Two types of expansion devices are available for your computer e W O port replicator adds PS 2 serial and parallel port connections to your computer e Acer EasyPort adds a host of ports for your computer and allows you to connect and disconnect peripherals from your computer in one quick step Note The LAN port on Acer EasyPort supports 10 100Mbps Fast Ethernet When connected the computer s onboard LAN port also only supports 10 100Mbps Acer EasyPort will disables the computer s onboard audio and S video ports when connected See your dealer for more information 45 Printer Your computer supports both parallel and USB printers Refer to the printer s manual for information on e Setting up the hardware e Installing the necessary drivers in Windows e Operating instructions To use a USB prin
20. aneous options Battery pack AC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Moving with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with your computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Software System software Launch Manager 39 41 41 41 41 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 47 49 49 49 50 50 51 53 55 56 56 56 56 57 57 57 57 58 59 59 59 59 60 60 60 60 61 63 63 BIOS Setup Utility Disc to Disc Recovery Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC notice Modem notices Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EU Index 64 65 67 69 72 72 72 74 75 81 83 83 84 89 90 91 91 91 92 92 97 ysi 6u3 Getting familiar with your computer Your Ferrari 3400 computer combines
21. apter Turn on the computer and operate using battery power Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears nu BUN Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 34 Operating on battery power Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and dis charged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for along time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 60 C 140 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your bat tery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this pro cedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns e Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged Note If you remove the battery the computer may be unstable if the battery has a rubber foot attached to it e Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above e Frequ
22. ced Configuration and Power Interface enabling maxi mum power conservation without compromising system performance ACPI allows Windows to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer In this way Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer Refer to Windows Help for more information Peripherals and options Your Ferrari 3400 computer offers good expansion capabilities This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand your system It also describes how to upgrade key components to enhance system performance and keep your computer in step with the latest technology You are advised to consult your dealer for information on peripherals In addition make sure that you read the manuals and other documentation provided with new hardware 41 External display devices You can connect an external VGA monitor or projector to your com puter s external display port See the section entitled Display for information on using the computer s simultaneous display and multi display features Use the Fn F5 hot key to toggle the display setting between the com puter s LCD panel and the external display device See Hot keys on page 16 for more information External input devices You can connect a variety of input devices to your computer s USB ports providing increased functionality and greater ease of use In addition the USB ports can be used to connect many
23. cord that meets local requirements Avoid using converter kits e Ifyou plan to connect over a phone line check that the computer s modem and your phone cord are suitable for the local phone system If necessary purchase a PC card modem that meets local requirements e If carried separately avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Software Your Ferrari 3400 computer includes system utilities This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your computer 63 System software Your computer comes preloaded with the following software e Microsoft Windows operating system e Hardware BIOS setup utility e System utilities drivers and application software Note To run software applications in Windows first click on the Start button Next select the appropriate folder and then click on the application icon To learn about the software and utility make use of the online help provided by the software Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard See Launch Keys on page 21 for the location of the launch keys You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Launch Manager loj x Wirless LAN Status aa Bluetooth Disabled bd E Mail L E Mail Manager v add Delete Internet Browser kA Add Delete Launch Manager Launch
24. dges If the disc is dirty clean it using a disc cleaning kit 71 e Ifthe disc is OK the drive head might be dirty Clean it using a drive head cleaning kit The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and it is turned on e Check that the cable is properly connected to the appropriate ports on both the computer and the printer e Ifyou are using a printer connected to your computer s parallel port restart the computer Windows needs to find the new hardware and install the necessary drivers want to set up my location to use the internal modem Follow these steps e Click on Start and then dick on Control Panel e Double click on Phone and Modem Options e Inthe Dialing Rules tab begin setting up your location Refer to Windows Help for more information When the battery is 95 99 full it won t charge to 100 capacity To preserve the life of the battery the system only lets you charge the battery when its capacity falls below 95 It is recommended that you run down the battery and then fully recharge it 72 Troubleshooting Reguesting service International Travelers Warranty TW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passpor
25. e the battery e Disconnect the AC adapter e Clean with a soft cloth moistened with a little water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Refer to the chapter entitled Frequently asked questions on page 69 if any of the following occurs e You drop the computer or damage the case e You spill liquid on the computer e The computer does not operate normally vi Ys Bu3 First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Getting familiar with your computer A tour of your computer Front open view Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Using the Keyboard Special keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Launch Keys Storage Ejecting the optical disc Audio Adjusting the volume Connectivity options Ethernet and LAN Fax data modem Fast infrared Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Operating on battery power Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Discharging the battery Checking the battery level Optimizing battery life Battery low warning Power management 31 33 33 34 35 35 35 36 36 38 Contents Peripherals and options External display devices External input devices External keyboard External keypad External pointing device USB devices IEEE 1394 Port Port expansion devices Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC Card Miscell
26. easy_lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Notebook PC Trade Name Acer Model Number ZI5 Machine Type Ferrari 3400 SKU Number Ferrari 340xxx CX 0 9 a z or A Z Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives Reference No Title 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive LVD 1999 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive R amp TTE The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue to comply with the requirements 2004 7 16 Easy Lai Qualification Center Product Assurance Acer Inc 96 Appendix B Notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 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 The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product Notebook Personal Computer Model Number Z15 Machine Type Ferrari 3400 SKU Number Ferrari 340xxx Xx 0 9 a z or A Z
27. enmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use 93 The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Blue tooth Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Never theless the Ferrari 3400 shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user s guide of each RF option device Caution To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons Auxiliary 94 Appendix B Notices Note Acer Dual Band 11b g Wireless Mini PCI Adapter implements transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both
28. ent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of about 500 charges Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first 35 To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Allowing the battery to charge overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery Discharging the battery Acer recommends that you fully discharge the battery once a month This can he
29. er s PC card slot Make sure that the edge with the connectors is facing the slot and that the card is the right way up Many cards are marked with an arrow to help you insert them correctly Slide the card into the slot and push gently until the card connects If necessary connect the card s cable to the jack on the outer edge of the card 4 Windows will automatically detect the card s presence 48 Peripherals and options To remove a PC card 1 Close the application that is using the PC card 2 Double click on the PC card icon on the taskbar and then select the option to safely remove the card Wait for the message telling you that it is now safe to remove the card 3 Press the PC card eject button a to partially eject the card 4 Pull the card b from the slot 49 Miscellaneous options Battery pack It isa good idea to have a spare battery especially when you travel with your computer This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places For example you could have one AC adapter at home and another at work This means that you don t have to carry an AC adapter when traveling between your two base locations 50 Peripherals and options Key component upgrades Your computer is designed to deliver solid performance However in time you might find that your applications demand even more com
30. es only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 4 907 093 and 6 516 132 licensed for limited viewing uses only Radio Device Regulatory Notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only 92 Appendix B Notices General This product complies with the radio freguency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth mod ules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU This device complies with the essential reguirements of the European Council Directives listed below 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive e EN 60950 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive e EN 55022 e EN 55024 e EN 61000 3 2 3 99 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R amp TTE Directive e Art 3 1a EN 60950 e Art 3 1b EN 301 489 1 17 e Art 3 2 EN 300 328 2 Note The applicable number varies according to the different Notified Body ID No applied to the wireless module installed in this product These numbers are subject to change without notice List of Applicable Countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium D
31. g you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone line Ethernet and LAN The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Gigabit Ethernet based GbE based network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the net work jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network Important See Windows Help for information on setting up a network connection 27 Fax data modem Your computer has a built in V 92 56Kbps AC 97 Link fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging the computer into a digital phone system will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack 28 Getting familiar with your computer Fast infrared The computer s fast infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs personal digital assistants mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second Mbps at a distance of up to one meter 29 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of Learn how to protect and take care of your computer Security features include hardware and software locks a security notch and passwords Using a computer security lock A security key
32. h your dealer or an authorized service center Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the left hand corner of the display screen e When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility at boot up e Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS Utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter e When the User Password is set and the Password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter e When the Hard Disk Password is set a prompt appears at boot up e Type the Hard Disk Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again If you fail to enter the Hard Disk Password please contact your dealer or an authorized service center Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS Utility Operating on battery power Your Ferrari 3400 computer operates on battery or AC powe
33. hard disk secured by a screw 7 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 8 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool 9 Personal identification Insert a business card or similar sized slot identification card to personalize your computer m 5 tO z 10 Getting familiar with your computer Features Performance e Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processor e Memory upgradeable up to 2 GB DDR SDRAM with 2 slots e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e Li ion main battery pack e Microsoft Windows XP operating system Display e Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit high color up to 1400 x 1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array SXGA resolution for 15 0 e ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9700 with 128MB of video memory e 3D graphics engine e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support e S video for output to a television or display device that supports S video input e Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power e DualView Multimedia e AC 97 stereo audio e Built in dual speakers e Built in microphone e High speed optical drive e Built in slot loading optical drive DVD Super Multi e 15 0 TFT SXGA 1400 x 1050 resolution panel e Audio input and output jacks Connectivity e High speed fax data modem port 11 Gigabit Ethernet GbE port Fast infrared wireless commu
34. hpad The built in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support Note When using an external USB mouse you can press Fn F7 to disable the touchpad Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad gt e Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 3 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse 20 Getting familiar with your computer Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results e Use the 4 way scroll 2 button top bottom left and right to scroll a page up down left or right This button mimics your cursor pressing on the vertical and horizontal scroll bars of Windows applications f 2 D Lu Execute Click twice Tap twice at the quickly same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and Tap twice at the hold then same speed as use finger to double clicking a drag the mouse button cursor on the then hold finger touchpad to the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access Click context once menu Scroll Click and hold the button in the desired direction up down
35. is infor mation to your telephone company 85 If your telephone eguipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities eguip ment operations or procedures that could affect the proper function ing of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equip ment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the fir
36. is key perform key shortcut functions Below are a few examples au ag Tab Activates next taskbar button ay E Explores My Computer aa F Finds Document AS M Minimizes All Shift AM M Undoes Minimize All ay R Displays the Run dialog box Application key Opens a context menu same as a right click 5 16 Getting familiar with your computer Hot keys Using the Fn key with another key createsa hot key providing a guick and convenient method for controlling various functions To use a hot key first hold down the Fn key Next press the second key in the combination Finally release both keys ORK OK OK OIC PEELE ELLE Your computer provides the following hot keys Fn F1 9 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 YY Setup Accesses the computer s V configuration utility Fn F3 1 Power Switches the power V management management scheme used by scheme toggle the computer function available if supported by operating system See Power management on page 38 Fn F4 Z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep Z mode See Power management on page 38 17 Fn F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Fn F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen 3 backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 Touchpad toggle Turns
37. itor e One speaker headphone out jack 3 5mm mini jack e One audio line in jack 3 5mm mini jack e One microphone in jack 3 5mm mini jack e One IEEE 1394 port e One S video TV out port e Four USB 2 0 ports e One FIR port IrDA e 5 in 1 Card Reader e o 100 pin expansion port supporting Acer EasyPort or I O port replicator Weight and dimensions e 15 0 display model 3 01 kg 6 64 Ibs 330 W x 272 D x 31 8 H mm Environment e Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 65 C e Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 RH Non operating 20 80 RH System e ACPI support e SMBIOS 2 3 support with asset tag capability e Microsoft Windows operating system Power Proprietary Li ion battery pack 90 Watt AC adapter auto sensing 100 240 Vac 50 60Hz Options 512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade module Additional AC adapter o PA 1900 0SOA 19Vdc 90W 0202C1990 19Vdc 90W Additional battery pack o SOU 202 14 8Vdc 4400mAh 4UR18650F 2 QC ZG1 14 8Vdc 4400mAh USB Floppy drive 802 11g wireless LAN Acer EasyPort 79 English 80 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer 83 Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Star Partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency FCC notice This device has been tes
38. lock notch located on the left panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible computer security lock Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or locked drawer handle Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS Utility Once set you must key in this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility See BIOS Setup Utility on page 64 e User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security e Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security 30 Getting familiar with your computer e Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer it cannot be accessed without the Hard Disk Password Important Do not forget your Supervisor and Hard Disk Password If you forget your password please get in touch wit
39. lp to extend the life of the battery Simply unplug the AC adapter from your computer and allow the battery to run down over night Your data will be saved before the computer shuts down and stored in the hard disk Note You are advised to discharge your battery once a month Checking the battery level The Windows Power Meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level 36 Operating on battery power Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery opera tion prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Purchase an extra battery pack e Use AC power whenever possible reserving your battery for on the go use e Ejecta PC card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C to 30 C Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your AC adapter and battery Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down
40. mory Stick Memory Stick Pro MultiMedia and Secure Digital cards 3 5 in 1 card reader indicator Displays activity of 5 in 1 card reader 4 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer IR aware computer _ lt 5 Bluetooth button Enables or disables Bluetooth functionality 6 Bluetooth indicator Indicates that Bluetooth is enabled 7 InviLink button Enables or disables wireless LAN feature Manufacturing option 8 InviLink indicator Indicates status of wireless LAN O communication Manufacturing option e 9 Latch Latch for opening and closing the laptop Note Only one card can operate at any given time e a D Lu Left view Getting familiar with your computer 1 Four USB 2 0 ports lt gt Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices e g USB mouse USB camera 2 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices 1394 3 PC Card slot The slot supports a standard Type II 7 CardBus PC Card 4 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot 5 Line in jack Accepts audioline in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 6 Microphone jack Accepts input from external A microphones 7 Headphone Speaker Connect to headphones or other line Line out jack 63 out audio devices speakers Right view 1 Slot loading optical drive eject button Press the eject button to remove a disc from the slot loading optical drive
41. nication Four USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus ports IEEE 1394 port InviLink 802 11g wireless LAN Manufacturing option Bluetooth ready SD MMC SM MS MS Pro memory slot Human centric design and ergonomics Internet 4 way scroll button Sleek smooth and stylish design Acer Fine Touch full sized curved keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Expansion One Type Il CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory 100 pin expansion port supporting AcerEasy Port or I O port replicator f 4 D Lu 12 Getting familiar with your computer Indicators The computer has three easy to read status indicators below the dis play screen and two on the front of the computer The Power and Battery status indicators are visible even when the dis play is closed A Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated a Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated Media Activity Lights when the disc or optical drive is i activated we Power Lights green when the power is on and xX orange when the computer is in standby mode Battery Lights orange when the battery is charging EEI 13 Using the Keyboard The full sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off 00006 lt LALIT CELLO Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alph
42. om has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing Use of pulse dialing when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition Should such problems occur the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are de
43. pendent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that calls are answered between 3 and 30 seconds of receipt of ringing This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 89 Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save them for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liguid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water 4 Donotplacethis product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 5 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 or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided 6 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer o
44. puter Before turning the computer on allow it to return to room temperature and then check the screen for signs of condensation If the temperature change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly by placing it in a room with a temperature between the outside and room temperatures 58 Moving with your computer Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home as well as at work it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter This will allow you to travel lighter as you can keep an AC adapter in each location You might also find it worthwhile keeping a second set of peripherals at home such as a keyboard keypad mouse and printer 59 Traveling with the computer Sometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would for moving between your office and home It is advisable to make sure that the battery is fully charged If you are traveling by air you might be reguired to turn on the com puter during security checks What to take with you It is advisable to take the following items with you e AC adapter e o Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e Phone and network cables if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Special considerations In addition to the considerations for
45. puting power For this reason you are able to upgrade key compo nents Note Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade Memory upgrade Memory is expandable to 2GB with two memory slots employing 256 512 MB or 1 GB industry standard soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules The computer supports DDR Double Data Rate DRAM Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover a then lift up and remove the memory cover b 51 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot a then gently press it down b until it clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 5 Reinstall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Hard disk upgrade It is possible to replace your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space Your computer uses a 9 5mm 2 5 inch Enhanced IDE hard disk Consult your dealer if you need to per form a hard disk upgrade English 52 Peripherals and options Moving with your computer Your Ferrari 3400 computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around This chapter provides tips on
46. r Date of purchase 73 English 74 Troubleshooting Appendix A Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer 77 Microprocessor e Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processor Memory e Main memory expandable to 2GB e Dual 200 pin soDIMM sockets e Support 256M 512M amp 1GB DDR SDRAM e 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage e One high capacity E IDE hard disk e One high speed optical drive Display and video e Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit true color up to 1400 x 1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array SXGA resolution for 15 0 e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support e oDualView M e S video for output to a television or display device that support S video input e Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically selects the best setting for the display in order to conserve power Audio e AC 97 stereo audio e Dual speakers and one internal microphone e Separate audio ports for headphone out line in and microphone in devices Keyboard and pointing device e 84 85 88 key Windows keyboard e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with 4 way scroll button 78 Appendix A Specifications I O ports e One Type II CardBus PC Card slot e One RJ 45 network jack Gigabit Ethernet e One RJ 11 modem jack V 92 56K e One DC in jack e One parallel port ECP EPP e One VGA port for external mon
47. r This chapter provides information for operating on battery power as well as information on how your computer manages and saves power 33 Battery pack The computer uses a re chargeable Li lon battery pack Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics e Employs current battery technology standards e Delivers a battery low warning The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the mains power supply Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the com puter However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power fail ure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a condition ing process that you should follow Insert the new battery without turning the computer on Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery Disconnect the AC ad
48. r local power company 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 8 Ifan 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 9 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 Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the product c Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water 90 Appendix B Notices d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
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50. reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Com munications Commission to operate this computer 84 Appendix B Notices 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 Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this Ferrari 3400 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit www acer com about certificates nb for complete documents SameyaHne gna P CooTBeTCTByeT CepTudbukatam OOA3aTeNbHbIM B P ME61 CTeHHaa poseTka AONXKHa ObiTb NpaBnNbHO 3a3eMNeHa Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the bottom side of the modem is a label that contains among other infor mation the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide th
51. restore the product to normal condition e Ifthe product has been dropped or the case has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 12 The Ferrari 3400 uses the lithium battery Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend in the product specification list Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion 13 Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly 14 To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock use AC adapter only when the wall AC socket is ensured to be properly grounded 15 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters 16 Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment 17 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD or DVD drive s classification label Shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION
52. s not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 88 Appendix B Notices For Modem with approval number PTC 211 01 030 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal eguipment indicates only that Telec
53. se mains power throughout the meeting or you can run down your battery first and then connect the AC adapter after receiving the battery low warning If the meeting room does not have an available power outlet reduce your computer s power consumption by putting it in Standby mode during long periods of inactivity It is advisable to take along a spare battery if you have one 57 Taking the computer home When you move between your office and home you will need to pre pare your computer for the short trip Preparing the computer After disconnecting your computer from the desktop prepare the unit as follows 1 Remove all media from the drives Loaded media can damage the drive heads during transit 2 Packthecomputerin a protective case that is padded to guard against knocks Make sure that the unit cannot slide around inside the case Caution Avoid packing items next to the top of the computer as this could result in damage to the screen What to bring with you If you don t have spare items at home it is advisable to take along the AC adapter and this User s Guide Special considerations To protect your computer in transit it is advisable to pay attention to the following e Minimize the effect of temperature changes Keep your computer with you instead of placing it in storage holds e Avoid leaving your computer in a hot car e Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation to form in your com
54. solid performance versatility multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design Increase your productivity by working wherever you are This chapter provides an in depth tour of your computer s features A tour of your computer After setting up your new Ferrari notebook computer as illustrated in the Just for starters poster take a few minutes to explore the unit Front open view 1 Display screen Also called liquid crystal display LCD displays computer output 2 Power button Turns on the computer 3 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse Getting familiar with your computer 4 Click buttons left center The left and right buttons function like and right the left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer 7 Status indicators LEDs light emitting diode that turn on and off to show the status of the computer its functions and components 8 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 9 Launch keys Special keys for launching internet browser email program and frequently used programs See Launch Keys on page 21 for more details Front view 1 Speaker Outputs sound 2 5 in 1 card reader Reads cards from Smart Media Me
55. ss F5 to exit the system recovery process when Acer Self Configuration Preload window appears If F3 is pressed the next screen shows Please enter new password enter one to eight alphanumeric characters You will be asked to reenter your password for confirmation before continuing The screen will display Password has been created Press any key to reboot hit any key to reboot your system If F5 is pressed the recovery process will be terminated and the system will reboot and start normally Important This feature occupies 2 GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive Troubleshooting This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems Please read it before calling a technician Solutions to more serious problems may reguire opening the computer Do not attempt to open and service the computer by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance 69 Frequently asked questions This section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems press the power button but my computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power status indicator e If it is not lit no power is being delivered to the computer Check the following Ifyou are running on battery power the battery may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Ifyou are running on mains power make sure that the AC
56. st instance List of Applicable Countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use 86 Appendix B Notices Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer eguipment previously labelled permitted or certified 87 Notice for New Zealand For Modem with approval number PTC 211 03 008 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal eguipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services This equipment i
57. t click on the icon and deselect the Mute option e The volume level may be too low In Windows click on the volume control icon on the taskbar and then use the slider control to increase the volume level e If headphones are connected to the headphone jack on the computer your computer s built in speakers will be turned off My external microphone does not work Check the following e Make sure that the external microphone is properly plugged into the microphone in jack on the computer e Make sure that the volume is not muted or set too low can t eject the optical disc with my computer turned off The computer needs to be turned on for the optical drive eject button to function The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external USB keyboard to one of your computer s USB ports If it works the internal keyboard might have become discon nected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center The floppy disk drive cannot read a diskette Check the following e Make sure the diskette is properly inserted in the floppy disk drive e Make sure that the diskette is formatted e Try to read a second diskette If this works then the first diskette might have a problem e Ifthe diskette is not the cause of the problem then the drive head might be dirty Clean it using a drive head cleaning kit The optical drive cannot read a disc Check the following e Make sure that the disc is free from scratches or smu
58. t contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide There are two ways to access Acer for technical support and information e Internet service worldwide www acersupport com e o Technical support numbers in various countries You can view a list of technical support numbers by following these steps 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on System 3 Click on the Support Information button Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are reguired to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial numbe
59. ted 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 inter ference 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the device and receiver e Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certi fied to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equip ment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
60. ter simply connect the device to one of your com puter s USB ports and then wait for Windows to find the new hard ware To connect a parallel printer first shut down the operating system Connect the printer to the parallel port and then restart the computer Wait for Windows to find the new hardware 46 Peripherals and options Audio devices Your computer offers built in stereo speakers See the section entitled Audio on page 25 for more information on these features However in addition to the integrated devices the two audio ports on the left side of the unit enable you to connect external audio input and output devices You can plug an external microphone into your computer s micro phone in jack This offers the convenience of greater freedom of move ment as well as improved audio input quality Connect headphones to the headphone jack for private listening and improved audio output quality 47 Expansion devices PC Card Your computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II PC card PCMCIA or CardBus This greatly increases your computer s usability and expandability A variety of PC cards are available such as flash memory SRAM fax data modem LAN and SCSI cards Consult your dealer for information on PC card options for your computer Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card To insert a PC card 1 Align the card with your comput
61. ystem and language you choose now will be the only option for future recovery operations 5 The system will install the operating system and language you chose Restore without a Recovery CD The recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that was installed when you purchased your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before you use this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings a Check to see if Hard Disk Recovery function is enabled or not b Make sure the Hard Disk Recovery setting in Advanced is Enabled c Exit the BIOS Setup Utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate BIOS Setup Utility press lt F2 gt during POST 66 Software 1 Restart the system 2 Theinstruction Press lt F2 gt to Enter BIOS is shown at the bottom of the screen during POST 3 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter the recovery process 4 The message The system has password protection Please enter 000000 is displayed Enter six Os and continue 6 Acer Self Configuration Preload window appears Use the arrow keys to scroll through the items operating system versions and press Enter to select Setup password and exit Press F3 to setup password or pre

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