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Copyright © 1998 Acer Incorporated
All Rights Reserved — Printed in Taiwan
TravelMate 310 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide
Part No. 49.42B01.011
Original Issue: June 1998
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this
publication. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of
this manual.
Record the serial number, purchase date, and model number in the
space provided below. The serial number and model number are
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310-e.book Page iii Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Table of Contents Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii Connecting the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv Getting Help Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi Support Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii Care and Maintenance . . . . .
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310-e.book Page iv Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Table of Contents Traveling Internationally with the Computer . . . . . . 67 Chapter 5 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 System Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 PhDISK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Notebook Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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310-e.book Page v Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices Acer Year 2000 Compliance Statement The Travelmate 310 series notebook computer is Year 2000- compliant and carries the “NSTL Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant” logo. The Travelmate 310 series notebook computer has been tested both by Acer’s internal test labs and NSTL’s YMARK2000 certification test. These tests certify that the Travelmate 310 series notebook computer will successfully make the year 2000 transition. For more
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310-e.book Page vi Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices FCC Notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
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310-e.book Page vii Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. Use Conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, incl
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310-e.book Page viii Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Th
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310-e.book Page ix Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices 10.Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 11.Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 12.U
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310-e.book Page x Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices 15.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 equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). x
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310-e.book Page xi Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Notices Lithium Battery Statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Léver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. ADVARSE
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310-e.book Page xiii Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface This manual describes features of the TravelMate 310 Series notebook computers. The TravelMate series computers incorporate such features as CardBus, 16-bit stereo audio, Fast Infrared, internal pointing device, and Universal Serial Bus. This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-to-day operation of your TravelMate notebook computer. Use the Just for Starters… instructions that came with your co
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310-e.book Page xiv Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface Connecting the Notebook Connecting the computer is easy; just follow these steps: Note: Make sure the cover latch is unlock before inserting the battery pack otherwise you won’t be able to insert the battery pack. 1. Slide out the battery compartment cover (a) and align the battery’s clasp to the cover and slide it down until the battery is properly seated (b). Slide the battery with the compartment cover back into the comput
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310-e.book Page xv Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface 2. Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in port on the computer’s rear panel and the other end to a properly grounded power outlet. 3. Open the display cover and slide the power switch towards the rear of the computer then release it to turn on the power. The POST (Power On Self-Test) routine executes and Windows begins loading. Note: To turn off power, slide the power switch again. If you are using Windows 95 or high
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310-e.book Page xvi Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface Getting Help Online This user’s guide provides clear and concise information about the notebook, so read it thoroughly. To provide you with help when traveling, the notebook also comes with a comprehensive online help. Accessing Online Help Follow these steps to access the online documentation: 1. Press the Windows logo button or Click on the Start button. 2. Select Programs. 3. Click on TravelMate Online. The online help is e
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310-e.book Page xvii Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface Support Information Your notebook is backed by an International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand. An ITW passport comes with your computer. This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program. A list of available, authorized service centers are in this handy booklet. Read this pa
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310-e.book Page xviii Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface Care and Maintenance Taking Care of Your Computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it. ❑ Do not expose the notebook to direct sunlight. Do not place near sources of heat, such as a radiator. ❑ Do not expose to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above 50ºC (122ºF). ❑ Do not subject the notebook to magnetic fields. ❑ Do not expose the notebook to rain or moisture. ❑ Do not spill water or any liquid on the note
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310-e.book Page xix Tuesday, October 27, 1998 5:17 PM Preface ❑ The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the 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 remo
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