Acer LU.S9206.092 - Aspire ONE P531h-1791, User Manual

Page 1: ...Aspire one Pro Series User Guide ...

Page 2: ...umber ___________________________________ Date of purchase ________________________________ Place of purchase ________________________________ 2009 All Rights Reserved Aspire one Pro Series User Guide Original Issue 03 2009 Aspire one Pro Series Notebook PC ...

Page 3: ...ng all power cords from the power supplies CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION for bundled dummy cards only for certain models Your computer shipped wit...

Page 4: ...d ventilation openings and AC adapter may get hot To avoid injury ensure they do not come in contact with your skin or body Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your d...

Page 5: ...e wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product the product was exposed to rain or water the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service the product does not operate normally after following the opera...

Page 6: ...t or purse Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the connecting object The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places such as in a closed car in summer or winter Always try to keep the battery between 15 C and 25 C 59 F and 77 F A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily even when the battery is fully charg...

Page 7: ... if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 3 centimete...

Page 8: ...sphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel de...

Page 9: ...hat are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U S Environmental Protection Agency Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that help customers save money conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment The more energy we can save through higher energy efficiency the more we r...

Page 10: ... tips refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach if you view your monitor mor...

Page 11: ...ting your display to an awkward viewing angle Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a heal...

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Page 13: ...ructions After we receive your product registration you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides First off the Quick Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer The printed Aspire one Pro Series User Guide contains useful information applying to all models...

Page 14: ...release the power button below the LCD screen Please refer to Quick Guide for the location of the power button To turn the power off do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey Fn F4 Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the p...

Page 15: ... cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from...

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Page 17: ...e of your AC adapter xv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer eRecovery Management 1 Acer eRecovery Management 1 Launching Acer eRecovery Management 2 Indicators 3 Touchpad 4 Touchpad basics with two click buttons 4 Using a computer security lock 5 Using the keyboard 6 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 6 Windows keys 7 Hotkeys 8 Special keys only for certain models...

Page 18: ...you 20 Special considerations 20 Securing your computer 21 Using a computer security lock 21 Using passwords 21 Entering passwords 22 Setting passwords 22 Expanding through options 23 Connectivity options 23 Built in network feature 23 Universal Serial Bus USB 24 BIOS utility 24 Boot sequence 24 Enable disk to disk recovery 24 Password 25 Power management 25 Troubleshooting 26 Troubleshooting tips...

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Page 21: ...ions may vary Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management allows you to restore or reinstall applications and drivers Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Create Factory Default Disc Create Drivers and Applications Disc ...

Page 22: ...roup in the Start menu or by double clicking the icon if you have created a desktop shortcut 2 You can choose to restore the system from a factory default image or reinstall applications and drivers 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note External optical disc drive required Please see your retailer for more details ...

Page 23: ...on Function Description Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Wireless LAN communication 3G 3G communiaction Indicates the status of 3G communication HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Battery Indicates the computer s battery status ...

Page 24: ...pad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Note Illustrations for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Function Left button 2 Right button 3 Main touchpad 1 Execute Quickly click twice Tap twice at the same speed as...

Page 25: ...vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to...

Page 26: ... F11 When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Note Fn F11 only for certain models Scroll Lock Fn F12 When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or ...

Page 27: ...arch for a file or folder L Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain M Minimizes all windows R Open the Run dialog box U Open Ease of Access Center BREAK Display the System Properties dialog box TAB Cycle through programs on the taskbar CTRL F Search for computers if you are on a network Note Depending on your edition o...

Page 28: ...communication switch Enables disables the Bluetooth function Fn F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Fn F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Fn F8 Speaker toggle Turns ...

Page 29: ... Alt Gr and then press the 5 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 processor 2 Hold Shift and then press the 4 key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language setting...

Page 30: ...ars on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause The brightness level might be too low Press Fn increase to adjust the brightness level The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotk...

Page 31: ...ecovery CDs Note D2D Recovery is only available in notebook models fitted with a hard drive Note If your system is the multilingual version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase you...

Page 32: ...ted inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can red...

Page 33: ...tra 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 to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning ...

Page 34: ...n 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 after it is fully charged Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of i...

Page 35: ...ly 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 out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follo...

Page 36: ... 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 pack 5 ...

Page 37: ...computer Moving around When you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press and release the power butt...

Page 38: ...on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press Fn F4 or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer To resume open the display if closed then press and release the power button Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow these steps ...

Page 39: ...ure between outside and room temperature Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse Traveling wit...

Page 40: ... 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 Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tip...

Page 41: ...mputer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 24 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with ...

Page 42: ...ss Enter When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press ...

Page 43: ...uld with a desktop PC For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer read the following section 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 ...

Page 44: ...counter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS utility press F2 during the POST while the notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery hard disk recovery activate the...

Page 45: ... activity involving one or more of the following 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 inactivity timeout the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface A...

Page 46: ...ssages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Equipment configuration error Press F2 during POST ...

Page 47: ...glish 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 ...

Page 48: ... the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input outpu...

Page 49: ...ment 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 Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio f...

Page 50: ...zech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of t...

Page 51: ...The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radiocommunication 2 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the inte...

Page 52: ...ed to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance 500 mm Design inclination angle 0 0 Design azimuth angle 90 0 Viewing direction range class Class IV Screen tilt angle 85 0 Design screen illuminance Illuminance level 250 250cosα lx where α 85 Color Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative po...

Page 53: ... 3 keyboards 6 moving around 17 security 21 setting up a home office 19 taking home 18 traveling internationally 20 traveling on local trips 19 troubleshooting 26 turning off xiv connections network 23 D display hotkeys 8 troubleshooting 10 E error messages 26 Euro 9 G Q μe FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 10 H Hibernation mode hotkey 8 hotkeys 8 K keyboard 6 embedded ...

Page 54: ...ecurity keylock 5 21 passwords 21 speakers hotkey 8 troubleshooting 10 support information 12 T touchpad 4 hotkey 8 using 4 travel international flights 20 local trips 19 troubleshooting 26 tips 26 U universal serial bus 24 W Windows keys 7 ...