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TravelMate 3000 Series
User's Guide
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Copyright © 2005. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. TravelMate 3000 Series User's Guide Original Issue: January 2005 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and
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English iii First things first We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your computer. The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive,
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iv Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the launch keys. See "Front view" on page 1 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, Turn Off Computer; then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button Note: You can also use the power button to perform power management functio
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English v • Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Taking care of your AC adaptor Here are some ways to take care of your AC adaptor: • Do not connect the adaptor to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the
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vi If any of the following occurs: • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged. • The computer does not operate normally. Please refer to "Frequently-asked questions" on page 47 of the AcerSystem User's Guide. 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. Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Ope
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First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv Turning your computer on and off iv Taking care of your computer iv Taking care of your AC adaptor v Taking care of your battery pack v Cleaning and servicing v A TravelMate tour 1 Front view 1 Closed front view 3 Left view 4 Right view 5 Rear view 6 Bottom view 7 Specifications 8 Indicators 12 Using the keyboard 13 Lock keys 13 Embedded numeric keypad 14 Windows keys 15 Hot keys 16 The Euro symbol 18 Launch ke
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Setting up a home office 30 Traveling with the computer 30 Preparing the computer 30 What to take with you 30 Special considerations 30 Traveling internationally with the computer 31 Preparing the computer 31 What to bring with you 31 Special considerations 31 Securing your computer 32 Using a computer security lock 32 Using passwords 32 Entering passwords 33 Setting passwords 33 Expanding through options 35 Connectivity options 35 Fax/Data modem 35 Built-in network feature 36 Fast Infrared 36 U
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International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 52 Before you call 52 Regulations and safety notices 53 Energy Star Guidelines Compliance 53 FCC notice 53 Modem notices 55 Important safety instructions 58
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English 1 A TravelMate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated on the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Front view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. 2 Launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See "Launch keys" on page 19 for more details. 3 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the comp
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2 # Item Description 5 Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the left center and right) and right mouse buttons; the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 8 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer. 9 Power button Turns the computer on and off. English
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English 3 Closed front view # Item Description 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. ® ® 2 Bluetooth Press to enable/disable Bluetooth communication function. Lights to indicate the status of ® button/indicator Bluetooth communications (manufacturing option). 3 Wireless Press to enable/disable Wireless communication function. Lights to indicate the status of button/indicator wireless LAN communications (manufacturing option). 4 Power indicator Lights when the c
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4 Left view # Item Description 1 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., port external monitor, LCD projector). 2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- based network. 3RJ-11 modem Connects to a phone line. jack 4 Two USB 2.0 Connects to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 5 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool. English
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English 5 Right view # Item Description 1 PC Card slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. 2 4-in-1 card reader Accepts MS, MS PRO, MMC and SD card. Note: Only one card can operate at any given time. 3 PC Card slot Ejects the PC Card from the slot. eject button 4 One USB 2.0 port Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 5 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. 6 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool. 7 Security keylock Connects t
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6 Rear view # Item Description 1 Power jack Connects to an AC adaptor. 2 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 3 124-pin Acer Connects to Acer ezDock. ezDock connector English
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English 7 Bottom view # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool. 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.
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8 Specifications Operating system ® ® • Microsoft Windows XP Home/Professional Service Pack 2 Edition Microprocessor ® ® • Intel Pentium M processor 730/740/750/760/770 with ® ™ Intel Centrino mobile technology at 1.6/1.73/1.86/2.0/2.13 GHz Memory • 256/512 MB of DDR2 533 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2 GB with dual soDIMM modules Data storage • One 40/60/80 GB ATA/100 hard disc drive • One external IEEE 1394 optical drive (DVD-Dual or DVD/CD-RW combo) • 4-in-1 card reader supports Memory St
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English 9 Connectivity • LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps gigabit Ethernet connection • Modem: 56K ITU V.92 modem with PTT approval • Wireless LAN (manufacturing option): ® • Integrated Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG network connection ™ (dual-band 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED solution; supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology ® • Integrated Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG network connection ™ (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED solution; supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology ® • Wireless P
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10 I/O ports • Three USB 2.0 ports • One Type II PC Card slot • One IEEE 1394 port • One RJ-11 modem port • One RJ-45 Ethernet port • One DC-in jack for AC adaptor • One 124-pin Acer ezDock connector (for selected models) • One monitor (VGA) port • One headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • One microphone/line-in jack • One Infrared (FIR) port • 4-in-1 MS/MS PRO/MMC/SD card reader Weight • 1.40 kg (3.08 lbs) with 3-cell Li-ion battery pack • 1.55 kg (3.41 lbs) with 6-cell Li-ion
