Acer Aspire 3660 Guide de l'utilisateur

Aspire 3660 SeriesUser's Guide

xTaking care of your battery packHere are some ways to take care of your battery pack:• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the

86EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 31adjusting the volume 31troubleshooting 44Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 36,

87EnglishPpassword 60types 60PC Card 64ejecting 64inserting 64ports 62printertroubleshooting 44problems 43CD-ROM 44display

Information for your safety and comfort iiiFirst things first ivYour guides ivBasic care and tips for using your computer ivTurning your

Acer OrbiCam 33Launching the Acer OrbiCam 34Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings 34Capturing photos/videos 36Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 36Enabling

Preparing the computer 56What to bring to meetings 57Taking the computer home 57Preparing the computer 57What to take with you 57Special consideration

Create factory default image CD 70Re-install bundled software without CD 70Change password 71Troubleshooting 72Troubleshooting tips 72Error messages 7

1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyAcer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions

2Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data, optical and flopp

3Empowering Technology

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer

5Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provid

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha

6Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 68 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note:

7Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or othe

8Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Manage

9Empowering TechnologyBattery statusFor real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window..F

10Empowering Technology

11Empowering TechnologyAcer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external device

12Empowering Technology

13EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

14EnglishClosed front view3 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.4 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.5 Touchpad Touch-sensit

15EnglishLeft view6 Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF supportConnects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones).7 5-in-1 card

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa

16EnglishRight view# Icon Item Description1 PC Card slot eject buttonEjects the PC Card from the slot.2 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.3 Two

17EnglishRear view# Icon Item Description1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera

18EnglishBase view# Item Description1 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Do not c

19EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2)• Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2)Platform•

20EnglishStorage subsystem• 40/60/80/100/120 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive • Optical drive options:• 8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer• DVD/CD-RW combo• 5-

21EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.I/O interface

22EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.The power, battery and wireless communicat

23English1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.Easy-launch buttonsL

24EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finge

25English• Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.• Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perf

iv•This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outl

26EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

27EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce

28EnglishHotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettings Launches

29EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1 O

30EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) diskPress the drive eject button to eject the optical disk when the computer is on.Using a computer security

31EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume on the

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33EnglishAcer OrbiCam (for selected models)The Acer OrbiCam is a 0.31 megapixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on top of the LCD panel. The camera&

34EnglishLaunching the Acer OrbiCamTo launch the Acer OrbiCam, double-click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop.ORClick Start > All Programs &g

35EnglishOptionsClick Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, an

vReplacing the battery packThe notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. U

36EnglishCapture settingsFrom the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button. The Properties window appears.Device Settings allows you t

37EnglishEnabling the Acer VisageON (for selected models)The Acer VisageON technology comes with two features: Face tracking and Video effects (select

38EnglishUsing the face tracking featureTo use the face tracking feature:1 Click the left icon down arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple

39EnglishUsing video effects The Video Settings section allows you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the list. To select an effect:1

40EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This

41EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr

42EnglishYou can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.Norton AntiVirusNorton

43EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

44EnglishNo audio is heard from the computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on t

45English• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on.• Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely

viTips and information for comfortable useComputer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physic

46EnglishTo start the recovery process:1 Restart the system.2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to ente

47EnglishAcer ArcadeAcer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your pointing device or rem

48EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

49EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea

50EnglishNote: When playing DVDs, there are additional controls added to the right of the volume controls. These are discussed in more detail in the C

51EnglishCinemaIf your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. Thi

52EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

53EnglishTo add background music to a slide show, click on the "Slide Show Music" option. The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose m

54EnglishNote: For more details on editing video and all the associated features, please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu.MusicFor convenient access

55EnglishIt is also possible to burn combo CD/DVDs with music, photos, and film all in one. The possibilities are endless!For specific details about e

viiEyes• Rest your eyes frequently.• Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point.• Blink frequently

56EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

57EnglishNote: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep

58EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

59EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

60EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

61EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

62EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

63EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

64EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

65EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

viiiFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Your guidesTo help yo

66EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego

67EnglishNote: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Please refer to the online help for more inform

68EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

69EnglishCreate backupYou can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD.1 Boot to Windows XP2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the

70EnglishCreate factory default image CDWhen the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.1 Boot to Wind

71EnglishChange passwordAcer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow t

72EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut

73EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente

74EnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets th

75EnglishEnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this

ixTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Windows shutdown commandClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off.• Use the

76EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y

77EnglishEnglishNotice for New ZealandFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indi

78English3 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will a

79EnglishEnglish8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension c

80EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh

81EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro

82EnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg

83EnglishEnglish2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to b

84EnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the foll

85EnglishEnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the followin