Acer Aspire 6600 User Guide - Page 13

Your Data/Fax Modem Your data/fax modem makes it possible for you to communicate electronically around the globe. Once you've plugged your telephone line into your Acer computer, you can: • Access the Internet* • Send and receive faxes • Send and receive e-mail* Connecting an Optional Printer 1 • Make sure your computer is completely turned off (see p. 6). 2 • Connect the printer cable purchased with your printer from the printer to the printer port on the back of your computer. 3 • Plug your printer power cable into a wall outlet or power strip. 4 • Turn on the printer. 5 • Turn on the computer. Note: For printer driver installation to go smoothly, it is important to turn on your printer first so Windows Me can recognize that a printer is connected to the computer. Accessing the Internet Your Aspire computer comes with the ability to link to the Internet.** With the Internet you can visit Acer for updates, send e-mail to friends and family, book vacations, read up on the latest blockbuster movie, and much, much more. All you need is a phone line to hook the modem up to, and an account with an Internet Service Provider. * Requires an account with an Internet service provider. ** You may be required to pay toll charges, monthly or hourly usage fees, and other setup charges. Check with the Internet Service Provider for details. Printer Driver Installation To print from your Aspire, you need a printer driver - a program that tells your computer what kind of printer it is printing to. Windows Me has automatic detection for all of the more popular printers. If your printer is not available in Windows Me, look in the printer's user guide for instructions. Please contact the manufacturer of your printer if you have problems or questions. 1 • Click on the Start button. 2 • Point to Setting, then click on Printers. 3 • Select Add Printer, and double-click. 4 • Follow the directions on the screen, and be sure to test the printer when prompted. You should now be able to print successfully from your Aspire. 18 An Introduction to Your Aspire 19