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- Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 1
TravelMate 3290/3280/3240 Series User's Guide - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 2
All Rights Reserved. TravelMate 3290/3280/3240 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 11/2006 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 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 3
the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot. CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted. • Do not - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 4
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 5
performance, indicating a need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those bundled with your product. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 6
use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 7
wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service wireless telephone network, and may be illegal. Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 8
your mobile phone or other telephone call system. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 9
minutes of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 10
tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your : • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 11
breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 83 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 12
is not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Basic care and tips for using your - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 13
xiii 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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 14
as replacements. Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 15
Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view 16 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 20 Base view 21 Specifications 22 Indicators 29 Easy-launch buttons 30 Touchpad 31 Touchpad basics 31 Using the keyboard 33 Lock - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 16
battery pack 48 Charging the battery 49 Checking the battery level 49 Optimising battery life 49 Battery-low warning 50 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 51 Finding and playing content 52 Settings 52 Arcade controls 53 Navigation controls 53 Player controls 53 Virtual keyboard - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 17
PC Card slot 72 ExpressCard 73 Installing memory 74 BIOS utility 75 Boot sequence 75 Enable Acer eRecovery Management 78 Create backup 78 Burn backup disc 79 Restore and recovery 79 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.79 Troubleshooting 81 Troubleshooting - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 18
license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 91 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 92 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking 93 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 94 Index 95 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 19
of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 20
eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, select "Acer eNet Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu. You can also set - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 21
profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 22
Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can open Windows power options by - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 23
first. 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. to view estimated - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 24
display setting. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 25
by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 26
, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 27
Empowering Technology 9 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 28
image to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection (Empowering Technology password) • Full and incremental backups - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 29
Empowering Technology 11 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 78 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 30
12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 31
that deliver simple, fast notebook usability. These settings include: Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 32
Empowering Technology 14 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 33
illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display ( up to show the status of the computer's functions and components. 3 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 34
serves as a 4-way and right) scroll button. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 7 Microphone Internal Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Press to enable/disable the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 35
Accepts MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD), xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO. Note: Only one card can operate at any given (e.g., speakers, headphones). S/PDIF support 9 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 10 Power indicator Indicates - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 36
18 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Item Description Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (for selected models). Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 37
19 Right view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Description Three USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices ports (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). S-video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) with S-video input (for selected models). port Ventilation slots Enable the - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 38
20 Rear view English # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Powers the computer. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 39
21 Base view English # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan 3 Hard disk bay 4 Memory compartment 5 Battery release latch 6 Battery bay Description Locks the battery in position. Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's hard disk ( - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 40
22 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Business • Windows Vista™ Ultimate • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™ Duo processor T2300/T2400/T2500/ T2600 (2 MB L2 cache - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 41
Dimensions and weight 23 • 14.1" WXGA TFT LCD: 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multiwindow viewing via Acer GridVista™ • 16.7 million colors • Intel® 945GM integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 and up to 128 MB of VRAM - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 42
Built-in microphone WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) (for selected models) WLAN : Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for selected models) LAN: Gigabit Ethernet or Fast - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 43
) • External display (VGA) port • S-Video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port (for selected models) • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone jack • Line -in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Acer Disk - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 44
only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM memory • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive Temperature: • Operating - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 45
English 27 System compliance Warranty • Wi-Fi® • ACPI • Mobile PC 2002 • DMI 2.0 One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 46
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Num Lock is activated. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. Power Indicates the computer's power status. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 48
amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-launch buttons Located above the keyboard are four buttons , mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. See "Launch Manager" on page 41. Easy-launch button - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 49
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 50
not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 51
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 Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock + Description - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 52
English 34 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 53
> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Function + Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + Acer ePower Management + + Sleep Display toggle + Screen blank Description Displays help on hotkeys. Launches - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 54
36 English Hotkey Icon Function + Touchpad toggle + Speaker toggle + Volume up Description Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Turns the speakers on and off. Increases the sound volume. + Volume down Decreases the sound volume. + - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 55
Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of 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 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 56
English 38 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Insert a clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 57
English 39 Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High Definition (HD) 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 35 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 58
the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista 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 on - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 59
41 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 Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 30 for the location of the - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 60
secure. How do I check for viruses? 1 Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Windows desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system. 4 When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. Note: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 61
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 62
may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 63
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 64
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 65
the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 66
packs to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack. By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 67
next day with a fully charged battery. 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. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 68
-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. When the battery-low warning appears, the - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 69
English 51 Acer Arcade (for selected models) Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your pointing device. To watch or listen, click - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 70
Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. This can be accessed from the Arcade home page by selecting Help . Settings There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine-tune its performance to suit your machine and your personal preferences. To access Settings, click on this icon located - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 71
change your original startup settings. Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information. Click Restore Arcade home page, click the Home button in the upper-left corner of the window. To go up one folder level while searching for content, click Up one level of this guide. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 72
enter the information you need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music while you perform certain other functions. Video and music will continue playing in a small window located in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. You - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 73
can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player. movie, the pop-up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window when you move the pointer. If more than one optical drive contains a - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 74
English 56 Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album button on the Arcade - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 75
frame image will be captured and stored in a user designated directory. The destination directory can be changed from the "Settings"menu. Editing video Acer Arcade offers the capability to edit captured video clips, photos and footage from a camcorder into a movie. You can also select a movie style - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 76
progress of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen. You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings. Make DVDs Acer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording data, audio, photos or videos. You can burn and share any combination of data, music - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 77
English 59 It is also possible to burn combo CD/DVDs with music, photos, and film all in one. The possibilities are endless! For specific details about each of these options, click the Help button to open the Arcade help menu. File type compatibility For details on file compatibility, please - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 78
Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center. Acer Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Centerequipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage your multimedia files, create your - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 79
Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities outside of Windows Media Center, double-click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop. Note: For detailed information about specific Acer hard drive or directly burned to DVD. DVDivine also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer's - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 80
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. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 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 + - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 82
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 83
at home for significant periods of time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Traveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 84
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 check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 85
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 86
English 68 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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 87
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 88
of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast Infrared (FIR) The computer's Fast Infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs, mobile phones, and infrared printers. The infrared port can transfer data at - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 89
English 71 Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to 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 1394compatible device like a video camera or - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 90
) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs. Popular PC Cards include flash, fax/data modem, wireless LAN and SCSI cards. CardBus improves on the 16-bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits. Note: Refer to your card - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 91
support a vast number of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters. ExpressCards support out the card. Then pull the card free from the slot. Note: llustrations are for reference only. Actual product specifications may very. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 92
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; then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 93
your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; while the notebook PC logo is being displayed - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 94
English 76 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk; then close the DVD tray. Important! When you launch the DVD player for the first time, the - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 95
more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 96
Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast. 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 97
will burn your most recently created backup image to disc. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. Note: Create a factory default image drivers for your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 98
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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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 100
82 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 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 101
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 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 102
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 103
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 TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 104
Specifications: a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 105
English English 87 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 - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 106
wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth 17 V1.2.1:2002 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1:2002 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 489-7 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 107
English English 89 • EN300 220-3 V1.1.1:2000 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). • EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 108
of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be antenna for the integrated wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 109
, including interference that may cause undesired operation 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 installation outdoors is subject to licensing. c Operation in 5 GHz band • The device - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 110
this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: MS2180 Machine type: TravelMate 3290/3280/3240 SKU number: TravelMate 329xx/328xx/324xx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 111
Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: MS2180 Machine Type: TravelMate 3290/3280/3240 SKU Number: TravelMate 329xx/328xx/324xx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 112
94 LCD panel ergonomic specifications English Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing level: [250 + (250cosα)] lx where α = 85° • Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n • v'n Class II - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 113
indicator 29 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting manually 44 troubleshooting 44 charging checking level 49 cleaning 1394 port 71 infrared 70 K keyboard 33 embedded numeric keypad 33 hotkeys 35 lock keys 33 troubleshooting 44 Windows keys 34 L left view 16 M - Acer TravelMate 3290 | TravelMate 3280/3290 User Guide EN - Page 114
44 problems 43 CD-ROM 44 display 43 keyboard 44 printer 44 startup 43 troubleshooting 81 Q questions setting location for modem use 45 S safety CD or DVD 87 modem notices 84 scroll lock 33 security keylock 38, 67 passwords 67 speakers hotkey 36 troubleshooting 44 support information 46
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User's Guide