Acer 3100 Laptop User Manual


 
Special considerations 60
Traveling internationally with the computer 60
Preparing the computer 60
What to bring with you 60
Special considerations 60
Securing your computer 61
Using a computer security lock 61
Using passwords 61
Entering passwords 62
Setting passwords 62
Expanding through options 63
Connectivity options 63
Fax/data modem 63
Built-in network feature 64
Fast Infrared (FIR) 64
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 65
IEEE 1394 port 65
PC Card slot 66
ExpressCard 67
Installing memory 68
Connecting your TV and AV-in cables 69
Acer Arcade TV set-up wizard
(Windows XP Home and Professional) 71
BIOS utility 72
Boot sequence 72
Enable disk-to-disk recovery 72
Password 72
Using software 73
Playing DVD movies 73
Power management 74
Acer eRecovery Management 74
Create backup 75
Restore from backup 75
Create factory default image CD 76
Re-install bundled software without CD 76
Change password 77
Troubleshooting 78
Troubleshooting tips 78
Error messages 78
Regulations and safety notices 79
ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 79
FCC notice 79
Modem notices 80
Laser compliance statement 83
LCD pixel statement 83
Macrovision copyright protection notice 83
Radio device regulatory notice 84