Acer Aspire 1710 Series, User Manual

Page 1: ...Acer Aspire 1710 Series User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...ed on the label affixed to your computer All correspondense concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Model Number ____...

Page 3: ... 19 Touchpad 20 Touchpad basics 20 Launch keys 22 Storage 23 Ejecting the optical drive tray 23 Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray 24 Connectivity options 25 Ethernet and LAN 25 Fax data modem 25 Audio 27 Audio DJ 28 Securing your computer 30 Security slot 30 Passwords 31 Operating on battery power 33 Battery pack optional 35 Battery pack characteristics 35 Installing and removing the ba...

Page 4: ...cting from the desktop 57 Moving around 58 Preparing the computer 58 What to bring to short meetings 58 What to bring to long meetings 58 Taking the computer home 59 Preparing the computer 59 What to bring with you 59 Special considerations 59 Setting up a home office 60 Traveling with the computer 61 Preparing the computer 61 What to take with you 61 Special considerations 61 Traveling internatio...

Page 5: ...v English English Troubleshooting 67 Frequently asked questions 69 Appendix A Specifications 73 Appendix B Regulation safety notices 79 Index 93 ...

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Page 7: ... the power off you can do any of the following Click on the Start button in Windows and then select Shut Down on the popup menu Push the power button To use this method you must first click on the Power Management icon in Windows Control Panel and then check that the power button is set to shut down the computer when pressed See Windows Help for more information The Just for starters poster shows ...

Page 8: ... water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt Do not place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the lid shut Close the computer gently Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter It is important that you look after your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to...

Page 9: ...spose of batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning your computer it is important that you follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Clean with a soft cloth moistened with a little water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Refer to the chapter entitled Frequently asked questions on page 6...

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Page 11: ...Getting familiar with your computer ...

Page 12: ... Aspire 1710 series computer combines solid performance versatility multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design Increase your productivity by working wherever you are This chapter provides an in depth tour of your computer s features ...

Page 13: ...rters poster take a few minutes to explore the unit Opened front view Item Description 1 Display Large liquid crystal display LCD provides visual output 2 Power button Turns the computer on and off 3 Keyboard Full size keyboard for inputting typed data 4 Touchpad Touch sensitive pad that functions like a computer mouse ...

Page 14: ...ndow up and down 6 Audio DJ controls and indicator Button and indicators for the Audio DJ function For more information see Audio on page 27 7 Palm rest Provides a comfortable platform for your hands when typing on the keyboard 8 Launch keys 1 switch button for wired wireless LAN or Bluetooth optional 1 e mail launch button 1 launch button for Internet browser 2 programmable buttons 9 Status indic...

Page 15: ...view Item Description 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 Wireless communication indicator Lights when the Wireless LAN or Bluetooth capability is enabled 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on ...

Page 16: ... being read 3 Optical drive eject button Press the eject button to remove a disc from the optical drive 4 Optical drive emergency eject hole Used to eject an optical disc when the computer is turned off 5 Left latch Locks and releases the lid one on the right and one on the left 6 Floppy drive Card reader Accepts a 3 5 inch floppy disk or a 6 in 1 card reader optional 7 PC card eject button Press ...

Page 17: ...ects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones 3 Line in Mic in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman Selection is through the OS Windows mixer 4 IEEE 1394 port Connects to an IEEE 1394 device 5 IEEE 1394 port Connects to an IEEE 1394 device 6 Two USB ports Connects USB 2 0 devices 7 DC in jack Connects the AC adapter ...

Page 18: ...cts to a television or display device with S video input 4 External display port Connects an external VGA display devices monitor 5 COM port Connects to other serial interface devices 6 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network 7 Parallel port Connects a parallel device such as a printer 8 PS2 port Connects to a PS2 mouse 9 Kensington lock slot Attaches a security connector ...

Page 19: ...English English Bottom view Item Description 1 Battery cover Protects the battery bay 2 Sub woofer Enhances the audio quality 3 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use ...

Page 20: ...er module Multimedia DVD CD RW combo DVD Dual drive Audio input and output jacks Optional 6 in 1 Multimedia memory card reader module Hardware 3D graphic engine Two stereo speakers one sub woofer 17 Desktop SXGA LCD 1280x1024 16M colors Connectivity Modem Software Modem V 92 56Kbps MDC 10 100 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet LAN Optional Mini PCI 802 11g or 802 11 a g One switch to enable or disable wir...

Page 21: ...ical drive and floppy disk drive Rugged and space saving Full size desktop keyboard No need to turn on the system for playing CD or MP3 Large comfortable palm rest area with well positioned touchpad Expansion PC card slot enableing a range of add on options Upgradeable CPU hard disk and memory modules ...

Page 22: ...nd nVIDIA NV 34M NV 36M series 64MB 128MB AGP card as an option This provides a robust solution while enabling high quality video output Simultaneous display Your computer s large display combined with its multimedia capabilities makes it ideally suited to delivering presentations You can also connect an external monitor or projector and then choose to use the computer s LCD panel only the externa...

Page 23: ...indicators show the status of the computer and its components The five indicators located above the keyboard provide the following status information Description 1 Hard disk drive activity 2 Battery charge Green the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged Amber the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging Off the AC adapter is not connected or the battery is not install...

Page 24: ...ock must be turned on to use the embedded numeric keypad 5 Scroll Lock activity Description 1 Power mode Steady green the computer is on even if the display is turned off Steady orange the computer is in standby mode Off the computer is turned off or in the hibernation mode 2 InviLink indicator Indicates status of wireless or Bluetooth optional communications Orange WLAN Blue Bluetooth Description...

Page 25: ...When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters are typed in uppercase Toggle on and off by pressing the Caps Lock key on the left side of the keyboard Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded numeric keypad can be used Toggle on and off by pressing the Num Lock Key Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen toggles up or down one line at a time when the up and down cursor control keys are pres...

Page 26: ...launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions Tab activates the next Task bar button E opens the My Computer window F1 opens Help and Support F opens the Find All Files dialog box M minimizes all windows Shift M undoes the minimize all windows M action R opens the Run dialog box Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse...

Page 27: ...t key help Displays the help file Fn F2 Device Manager Accesses Windows Device Manager Fn F3 Power scheme toggle Selects suitable power scheme to the system Fn F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep Mode which can be defined via the advanced section of the Power Management Properties in the Windows Control Panel Fn F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the system LCD an external monitor a...

Page 28: ...off Turns the speakers on and off Fn F9 Audio DJ on off Turns the Audio DJ function on and off within Windows Fn Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Fn Volume up Increases the volume Fn Volume down Decreases the volume Fn Pg Up Home Moves the cursor to the beginning of a sentence Fn Pg Dn End Moves the cursor to the end of a sentence Hot...

Page 29: ...y character First hold down the Alt Gr key and then press the Euro key Keyboard ergonomics The wide palm rest area provides a comfortable platform for your hands when typing on the keyboard The ergonomic design enables you to adopt a relaxed yet very efficient typing style ...

Page 30: ...croll key enables easy up and down scrolling in documents and web pages The touchpad is located in the middle of the palm rest area providing maximum comfort and efficiency Touchpad basics Use the touchpad as follows Slide your finger over the surface of the touchpad to control the movement of the cursor Tap the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions Press the left 1 and right 3 cli...

Page 31: ... movements the lighter your touch the better the response Tapping hard will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Function Left Button Right Button Tap Execute Click twice quickly Tap twice quickly Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold Then slide your finger across the touchpad to drag the cursor over the selection Tap twice quickly On the second tap slide your finger across the touc...

Page 32: ...ed to launch the E mail application and key 3 is used to launch the Internet browser Keys 4 and 5 start the Launch Manager application All five launch keys can be set by the user To set the launch keys run the Acer Launch Manager Launch key Default application InviLink button Enables or disables wireless or Bluetooth optional connectivity E mail Launches your E mail application Web browser Launche...

Page 33: ...d optical drive Depending on your model you have a DVD CD RW combo drive or DVD dual drive The optical drive provides increased storage capacity as well as offering a host of multimedia possibilities See the section entitled A tour of your computer for the locations of these drives Ejecting the optical drive tray To eject the optical drive tray With the computer turned on press the optical drive e...

Page 34: ...Gently push down on the disc until it clicks in place on the spindle Gently push in the tray until it clicks closed Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray If you need to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off push a straightened paper clip into the optical drive emergency eject hole The tray will be released and partially pop open ...

Page 35: ...ne Ethernet and LAN The integrated network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based 10 100 1000 Mbps network To use the network feature plug an Ethernet cable into your computer s network jack and then connect the other end to a network jack or hub on your network See Windows Help for information on setting up a network connection ...

Page 36: ...can connect to the Internet via a dialup account with an ISP log in to your network from a remote location or send faxes Warning Your modem is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging the computer into a digital phone system will damage the modem To use the fax data modem plug a phone cable into your computer s modem jack and then connect the other end to a telephone jack ...

Page 37: ... is adjusted using software such as Volume Control in Windows or any other application that provides a volume adjustment control Two audio ports on the right side of the computer enable external devices to be connected See A tour of your computer on page 3 for the location of the audio ports For information on connecting external devices See Audio devices on page 45 ...

Page 38: ...lder from HDD Press the Stop Eject button and then load a CD into the CD DVD drive Push the drawer to close it Press the Play Pause button to start playing the CD or the selected MP3 Use the other buttons to control the playback of the CD or MP3 Audio DJ can be shut down by pressing the system power button or pressing the Stop Eject button to end playback when inactive for 5 minutes the system wil...

Page 39: ...nsert the lock into the slot on the computer turn it 90 and then lock it in place Passwords You can protect your computer from unauthorized access by setting Windows password protection The user must enter the password before beginning a Windows session First open User Accounts in Windows Control Panel and select your account Click Create a Password and then set your desired password Click Perform...

Page 40: ...Getting familiar with your computer 30 English ...

Page 41: ...Operating on battery power ...

Page 42: ...Your Aspire 1710 series computer operates on battery or AC power This chapter provides information for operating on battery power as well as information on how your computer manages and saves power ...

Page 43: ...vel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised t...

Page 44: ...ilure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective life span of the battery In addition the useful life span of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack a...

Page 45: ...e you proceed to next step 1 Loosen the screws on the battery cover and remove it from the battery bay 2 Align the battery to the battery bay and tighten the screws To remove a battery pack 1 Refer to Opening the case on page 49 2 Loosen the battery screws 3 Pull the battery from the battery bay ...

Page 46: ...e Windows Power Meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the task bar to see the battery s present charge level Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below Purchase an ext...

Page 47: ...ower outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully charged battery pack is available 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the battery pac...

Page 48: ... is detected for a period of time the settings are controlled in Windows Power Management the computer turns off some or all of these devices in order to conserve power Your computer employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface enabling maximum power conservation without compromising system performance ACPI allows Windows to control the amount of ...

Page 49: ...Peripherals and options ...

Page 50: ...erals to expand your system and upgrading key components to enhance system performance and keep your computer in step with the latest technology You are advised to consult your dealer for information on peripherals In addition make sure that you read the manuals and other documentation provided with new hardware ...

Page 51: ...mputer s LCD panel and the external display device See Hotkeys for more information Note UMA sku should use Ctrl Alt F1 Intel international hot key when LCD monitor is hot plugged External input devices You can connect a variety of input devices to your computer s USB ports providing increased functionality and greater ease of use In addition the USB ports can be used to connect many other periphe...

Page 52: ...s an embedded keypad that when combined with the Num Lock feature enables you to easily input typed numeric data Alternatively you can connect a 17 key numeric keypad to one of your computer s USB ports This enables you to enjoy the benefits of a numeric keypad while leaving your keyboard configured for text entry External pointing device Your computer features a sensitive touchpad pointing device...

Page 53: ...he parallel port and then restart the computer Wait for Windows to find the new hardware Audio devices Your computer offers built in stereo speakers See the section entitled Audio for more information on these features However in addition to the integrated devices the two audio ports on the right side of the unit enable you to connect external audio input and output devices You can plug an externa...

Page 54: ... your computer Note Refer to the documentation provided with your PC card for details about installation and use To insert a PC card 1 Align the card with your computer s PC card slot Make sure that the edge with the connectors is facing the slot and that the card is the right label side up Most cards are marked with an arrow to help you insert them correctly 2 Slide the card into the slot and the...

Page 55: ...puter features four USB Universal Serial Bus ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals See External display devices and Printer for information on connecting a USB keyboard keypad mouse or printer Other common USB devices include digital cameras scanners and external storage devices USB is plug and play which means that you can connect and start using a USB device without having to restart y...

Page 56: ... your computer This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places For example you could have one AC adapter at home and another at work This means that you don t have to carry an AC adapter when traveling between your two base locations ...

Page 57: ...ents before you start to add or replace components Possible upgrade options include the following Replace the HDD with a higher capacity model Install additional memory CPU upgrade Replace the CD drive with the optical drives Opening the case Before you open the case turn your computer off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet or the battery a Turn the computer over to access the panel on...

Page 58: ...arp pins and edges on some board and chassis parts Contact should be made with care Consider wearing protective gloves After removing the bottom panel a Loosen the four screws in the air baffle heat sink assembly b Unplug the air baffle power connector from the system main board and remove the air baffle heat sink assembly to expose the CPU socket ...

Page 59: ...th the triangle on the corner of the socket 4 Insert the processor into the socket Caution Do not force the processor into the socket Hard disk upgrade It is possible to replace your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space Your computer uses a 3 5 inch Enhanced IDE hard disk Consult your dealer if you need to perform a hard disk upgrade Refer to Opening the case on ...

Page 60: ...ard disk cables from the hard disk c Detach the hard disk from the main board Memory upgrade Your computer features two memory slots that accept DT DDR 333 400 DIMMs Dual Inline Memory Modules The memory slots support 256 MB 512 MB and 1GB DDR SDRAM The memory slots are easily accessible allowing you to upgrade your computer s memory ...

Page 61: ... a Align the DDR DIMM with the socket and press the DDR DIMM into the socket b Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket inward to lock the DDR DIMM Your computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it ...

Page 62: ...Peripherals and options 54 English ...

Page 63: ...Moving with your computer ...

Page 64: ...Your Aspire 1710 series computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling with your computer ...

Page 65: ...ons 2 Shut down Windows to turn off your computer 3 Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet and then disconnect it from the computer 4 Disconnect any external devices such as a keyboard mouse or printer that are attached to your computer 5 If you are using a security lock cable disconnect the lock from the computer 6 Pack your computer in a strong waterproof bag or case ...

Page 66: ...your computer again open the lid and then press the power button to bring it out of Standby mode What to bring to short meetings If your battery is fully charged you probably won t need to take anything else with you to the meeting What to bring to long meetings For longer meetings take along the AC adapter You can use mains power throughout the meeting or you can run down your battery first and t...

Page 67: ...ge to the screen What to bring with you If you don t have spare items at home it is advisable to take along the AC adapter and this User s Guide Special considerations To protect your computer in transit it is advisable to pay attention to the following Minimize the effect of temperature changes Keep your computer with you instead of placing it in storage holds Avoid leaving your computer in a hot...

Page 68: ...computer at home as well as at work it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter This will allow you to travel lighter as you can keep an AC adapter in each location You might also find it worthwhile keeping a second set of peripherals at home such as a keyboard keypad mouse and printer ...

Page 69: ... with you AC adapter Spare fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Phone and network cables if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Special considerations In addition to the considerations for taking your computer home keep the following in mind Always take your computer as carry on luggage If possible have your compute...

Page 70: ...es if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Check that your modem is suitable for the telephone system in the countries you plan to visit You might have to use a PC card modem in some locations Special considerations In addition to the considerations for normal travel with your computer keep the following in mind when traveling internationally Check that your power cord is s...

Page 71: ...Software ...

Page 72: ...Your Aspire 1710 series computer includes system utilities This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your computer ...

Page 73: ... on the Start button Next select the appropriate folder and then click on the application icon To learn about the software and utility make use of the online help provided by the software Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard See Launch keys on page 22 for the location of the launch keys You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Star...

Page 74: ...r s BIOS basic input output system Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problem you may need to run it To activate the BIOS Utility press F2 during the POST Power On Self Test while the Aspire logo is being displayed ...

Page 75: ...Troubleshooting ...

Page 76: ... system problems Please read it before calling a technician Solutions to more serious problems may require opening the computer Do not attempt to open and service the computer by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance ...

Page 77: ...stem diskette in the floppy disk drive If so remove the diskette or replace it with a system diskette and then press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system The operating system files may be damaged or missing Insert the Windows startup disk and then press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system Windows will diagnose your system and make necessary fixes Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power man...

Page 78: ...w In Windows click on the volume control icon on the taskbar and then use the slider control to increase the volume level If headphones are connected to the headphone jack on the computer your computer s built in speakers will be turned off My external microphone does not work Check the following Make sure that the external microphone is properly plugged into the microphone in jack on the computer...

Page 79: ...ollowing Make sure that the disc is supported by the drive If your computer has a CD ROM drive it can read CDs but cannot read DVDs If your computer has a DVD drive it can read CDs and DVDs When placing a disc in the drive tray make sure that it is secure on the spindle of the drive tray Make sure that the disc is free from scratches or smudges If the disc is dirty clean it using a disc cleaning k...

Page 80: ...e and Modem Options In the Dialling Rules tab begin setting up your location Refer to Windows Help for more information When the battery is 95 99 full it won t charge to 100 capacity To preserve the life of the battery the system only lets you charge the battery when its capacity falls below 95 It is recommended that you run down the battery and then fully recharge it ...

Page 81: ...Appendix A Specifications ...

Page 82: ...This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer ...

Page 83: ... Desktop 3 5 UltraDMA 100 optional One internal optical drive One 6 in 1 Multimedia memory card reader optional Display and video 17 Desktop liquid crystal display LCD at 1280 x 1024 Super Graphics Array SXGA resolution Simultaneous LCD and CRT display Dual independent display support Hardware 3D graphic engine Audio 16 bit stereo audio AC 97 Two built in stereo speakers Audio ports for microphone...

Page 84: ... monitor port Two IEEE 1394 ports One PS 2 port One microphone in jack 3 5 mm mini jack One headphone jack 3 5 mm mini jack Four Universal Serial Bus USB ports Weight and dimensions 17 display model 6 4 kg with combo drive 7 1 kg with combo drive and battery 378 W x 320 D x 55 H mm Environment Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 RH Non ope...

Page 85: ... Microsoft Windows XP Home Pro Power 12 cell Li ion smart battery pack optional 180 Watt AC adapter auto sensing 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Options 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB DDR SDRAM memory upgrade module Additional AC adapter Additional battery pack ...

Page 86: ...Appendix A Specifications 78 English ...

Page 87: ...Appendix B Regulation safety notices ...

Page 88: ...This appendix lists the general notices for your computer ...

Page 89: ...his device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to...

Page 90: ... Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this Aspire 1710 series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit www acer com about certificates nb for complete documents Modem notices ...

Page 91: ...e terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of Applicable Countries EU me...

Page 92: ...r indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 8 If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ext...

Page 93: ... or explosion 13 Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly 14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equival...

Page 94: ...R DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prote...

Page 95: ...for products with such devices European Union EU This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive EN 60950 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 3 99 5 EC Radio Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R TTE Directive Art 3 1a EN 60950 Art 3 1b EN 301 489 1 17 Art 3 2 EN...

Page 96: ...the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Aspire 1710 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 ...

Page 97: ... 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 4 An improper inst...

Page 98: ...mmon information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference 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 installed outdoors is subject to lice...

Page 99: ...age to LELAN Licence Exempt Local Area Network devices Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 Aspire 1710 series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site at www hc sc gc ca rpb ...

Page 100: ... 1710xx x 0 9 a z or A Z Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives Reference No Title 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive LVD 1999 5 EC Radio Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive R TTE The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the m...

Page 101: ...this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product Name Notebook Personal Computer Model Aspire 1710 DT3 Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 U S A Contact Person Young Kim Ph...

Page 102: ...Appendix B Regulation safety notices 94 English ...

Page 103: ... to meetings 58 caring for viii cleaning ix disconnecting 57 features 10 moving around 58 security 30 setting up a home office 60 taking home 59 traveling internationally 62 traveling on local trips 61 turning off vii connections audio 45 external display devices 43 external input devices 43 keyboard external 44 keypad external 44 mouse 44 printer 45 USB 47 connectivity options 25 Ethernet 25 D di...

Page 104: ...m rest 19 password 31 PC Card inserting 46 removing 47 ports external display 8 parallel 8 USB 7 8 power management 40 printer connecting 45 troubleshooting 71 problems 69 audio 70 CD 71 diskette 71 display 69 70 DVD 71 floppy drive 71 keyboard 71 printer 71 startup 69 R rear view 8 right view 7 S safety CD or DVD 85 FCC notice 81 general instructions 83 modem notices 82 scroll lock on indicator 1...

Page 105: ...95 U USB connecting 47 utility BIOS Setup 66 V volume adjusting 27 W Windows keys 16 ...

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