ACER ASPIRE 3500 Guide.PDF

Aspire 3500 Series

User's Guide

Aspire 3500 Series User's Guide

Original Issue: March 2005

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First things first

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

computers your choice for your mobile computing needs.

Your guides

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

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 Acrobat Reader. If Adobe

Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, clicking on

AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup

program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete

the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat

Reader, access the Help and Support menu.

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 launch keys. See "Front view" on page 1 for the location

of the power button.

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

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

management functions. See "Moving around" on page 41 of the

AcerSystem User's Guide.

• 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> + <F4>. See "Moving around" on page 41

of the AcerSystem User's Guide.

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 and 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 adaptor

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adaptor:

• Do not connect the adaptor 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 at

all possible.

Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.

2 Disconnect the AC adaptor.

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 23.

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 on 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.

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