Acer 2500 Series, 2000 Series manual Printer, Audio devices

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Printer

Your computer supports both parallel and USB printers. Refer to the printer's manual for information on:

Setting up the hardware

Installing the necessary drivers in Windows

Operating instructions

To use a USB printer, simply connect the device to one of your computer's USB ports, and then wait for Windows to find the new hardware.

To connect a parallel printer, first shut down the operating system. Connect the printer to the 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” on page 26 for more information on these features. However, in addition to the integrated devices, the two audio ports on the rear side of the unit enable you to connect external audio input and output devices.

You can plug an external microphone into your computer's microphone-in jack. This offers the convenience of greater freedom of movement, as well as improved audio input quality.

Connect headphones to the headphone jack for private listening and improved audio output quality.

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Contents Extensa 2000/2500 Series Page Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packEnglish Contents Peripherals and options Moving with your computerSoftware Troubleshooting English Your computer Page Front view Tour of your computerGetting familiar with your computer Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesExpansion Indicators Indicators on cover Lock keys KeyboardEmbedded keypad Shift + Windows keysFn-F3 Hot keysFn-F6 Euro symbol Touchpad basics TouchpadEnglish Launch keys Storage Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ejecting the optical drive trayEthernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Audio Setting a password Securing your computerSecurity slot English Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimizing battery life Battery-low warning Power management English Options Page External keypad External display devicesExternal input devices External keyboardUSB devices Audio devices PrinterPC Card Expansion devicesBattery pack Miscellaneous optionsAC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgradeInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade English Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsTaking the computer home What to bring with youSpecial considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Traveling internationally with your computer English Software Page Launch Manager System softwareBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsThere is no audio coming from my computer Printer does not work Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Specifications Page Microprocessor Keyboard and pointing device Operating system English Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensList of Applicable Countries TBREnglish Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU GeneralExposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 FCC RF safety requirementFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/5 English Index Status LCD English English