Acer Ferrari 3200 First things first, Your guides, Basic care and tips for using your computer

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First things first

Your guides

A set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Ferrari computer.:

The Just for starters… poster shows you how to set up your computer.

This User's Guide provides clear and concise information on using your computer productively. You are advised to read it thoroughly and keep it handy for future reference.

For more information on our products, services, and support, please visit our web site: www.global.acer.com.

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on your computer, open the lid and press the power button above the keyboard.

To turn 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.

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Contents User’s Guide FerrariPage 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 Appendix a Specifications Appendix B NoticesIndex English Your computer Page Front open view Tour of your computerGetting familiar with your computer Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Connectivity FeaturesDisplay MultimediaExpansion Human-centric design and ergonomicsIcon Function Description IndicatorsUsing the Keyboard Special keysLock keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot key Icon Function Description Hot keysEnglish Euro symbol Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Launch Keys Mail Detection Storage Hard diskOptical drive Ejecting the optical disc Audio Adjusting the volumeEthernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Fast infrared Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsBattery 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 Ieee 1394 Port Audio devices PrinterPC Card Expansion devicesEnglish Battery 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 What to take with you Traveling with the computerTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page Launch Manager System softwareBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsCant eject the optical disc with my computer turned off Printer does not work Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call English English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Power English Appendix B 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 English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU GeneralFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity English English Index English Using 19- 20 travel International flights 58 local trips