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Extensa 3100 Series User's Guide - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 2
Reserved. Extensa 3100 Series User's Guide Original Issue: September 2005 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 3
iii Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. USA - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 4
iv First things first We would like to thank you for making the Extensa series of notebook PC your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Extensa, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with setting - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 5
v To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 6
batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing follow the RF safety instructions for wireless option devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 7
Disposal instructions iii First things first iv Your guides iv Basic care and tips for using your computer iv Turning your computer on and off iv Taking care of your computer v Taking care of your AC adapter v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi Acer - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 8
FIR) 41 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 42 IEEE 1394 port 42 PC Card slot 43 Installing memory 44 BIOS utility 44 Boot sequence 44 Enable disk- Using software 45 Playing DVD movies 45 Power management 46 Acer eRecovery Management 47 Create backup 47 Restore from backup 48 - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 9
Troubleshooting tips 50 Error messages 50 Regulations and safety notices 52 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 52 FCC notice 52 Modem notices 53 Important safety instructions 56 Laser compliance statement 58 LCD pixel statement 58 Macrovision copyright protection notice 58 Radio - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 10
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backs up/recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 12
eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 13
Acer eLock Management Acer flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. To activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. If you do not set a password, Acer eLock Management will reset back to the initial - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 14
ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 15
are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection. • Recovery of applications and drivers. • Image/data backup: . For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 47 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 16
inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 17
buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. DC mode To suit your the main screen. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window. You can - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 18
Empowering Technology 8 • View information about Acer ePower Management. Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you select from two of the most common projector resolutions: XGA and SVGA. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 19
tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Extensa computer. Front view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 20
serves as a 4-way and right) scroll button. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 7 Keyboard For 1 Item Speakers 2 Battery indicator 3 Power indicator 4 Latch 5 5-in-1 card reader 6 Bluetooth communication button/indicator Description - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 21
English # Icon 7 Item Wireless communication button/indicator Left view 11 Description Press to enable/disable the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication (optional). # Icon 1 2 Item Description Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 22
# Icon Item Description 1 PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 2 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card. 3 USB 2.0 port Connects to view # Icon Item 1 External display (VGA) port Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 23
to Acer ezDock. Houses the computer's battery pack. Base view # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 Mini PCI card - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 24
Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service ™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless double-layer • DVD/CD-RW combo 5-in-1 card reader (MS/MS PRO/MMC/SD/XD) 330 standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 53.3 or 80 W Li-ion battery pack - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 25
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology WPAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® Three USB 2.0 ports 5-in-1 card reader (MS/MS PRO/MMC/SD/XD) PC Card slot (one Type II) IEEE 1394 port (6-pin) Fast infrared (FIR) port External display (VGA) port Headphones/speaker/line - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 26
512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 533 soDIMM memory External USB floppy disk drive External IEEE 1394 DVD-Dual drive Li-ion battery pack 65 W AC adapter Acer ezDock and ezDock Lite Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 27
Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. HDD Battery Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Lights up when the battery is being charged. Power Lights up when the computer is on. Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 28
English 18 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. See "Launch Manager" on page 28. Easy-launch button Mail Web browser P - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 29
your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 30
English 20 Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Select Click once. Tap once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 31
English 21 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 32
button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. Application This key has - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 33
toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Puts the computer in Sleep mode - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 34
the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 35
English 25 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button. When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray by using the emergency eject hole. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch, - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 36
English 26 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See "Hotkeys" on page 22 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 37
monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 38
GridVista is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 39
Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer. 4 Under Actions, click - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 40
you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure , the screen expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the "Display Properties" dialog box. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 41
• The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 42
Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 43
the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to 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 - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 44
to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). Or: You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing + . Then close and latch the display. When you are ready to - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 45
computer in the meeting room. If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press + or close the display cover whenever you are following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 46
computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 47
items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials • International - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 48
for maximum security. Important! Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 49
English 39 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 50
mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. Fax/data modem Your computer has a built-in - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 51
English 41 Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 52
connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported devices like a DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD-Dual drive. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 53
the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details. Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card: 1 Exit the application using the card. 2 Left-click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation. 3 Press the slot eject button to pop out - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 54
, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. technician or contact your local Acer dealer. BIOS utility The BIOS to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 55
English 45 Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set this value to Enabled. - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 56
devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 57
Re-install bundled software without CD 5 Change Acer eRecovery Management password This chapter will guide you through each process. Note: This zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery settings and click Next. 5 In the Recovery settings window, select Backup snapshot image - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 58
default image and click Next. 7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. Re-install bundled software without CD Acer eRecovery Management stores pre-loaded software internally for easy driver and application re-installation. 1 Boot to Windows XP. 2 Press + to open the - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 59
English 49 5 In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/drivers and click Next. 6 Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install. At first launch, Acer eRecovery Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 60
attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 61
51 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. English English - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 62
notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 63
Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 64
advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment 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 - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 65
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 shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. For modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 1 The grant of - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 66
Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 4 Use of pulse such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 5 Service. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 67
normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment need for service. 12 The notebook PC series uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 68
English 58 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: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A LASER DE - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 69
for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices. European Union (EU) This device complies with the essential requirements of the European - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 70
and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series 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 - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 71
Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors devices. Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102) The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in excess - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 72
responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: MS2181 Machine type: Extensa 3100 SKU number: Extensa 310xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 73
Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Declares that product: Notebook PC Trade name: Acer Model number: MS2181 Machine type: Extensa 3100 SKU number: Extensa 310xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Is in compliance with the essential requirements and - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 74
indicator 17 care AC adapter v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting 25 ejecting manually 31 troubleshooting 31 cleaning computer vi computer caring K keyboard 21 embedded numeric keypad 21 hotkeys 22 lock keys 21 troubleshooting 31 Windows keys 22 L LEDs 17 left view 10 M media access on - Acer Extensa 3100 | User Manual - Page 75
38 types 38 PC Card 43 ejecting 43 inserting 43 ports 40 printer troubleshooting 31 problems 30 CD-ROM 31 display 30 keyboard 31 printer 31 startup 30 troubleshooting 50 Q questions setting location for modem use 32 S safety CD or DVD 58 FCC notice 52 general instructions 56 modem notices 53
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