Acer Aspire 390 User Manual

Extensa™ 390 Series
Notebook Computers
User’s Guide

49.43A01.001
Printed in Taiwan

Copyright © 1997 Acer Incorporated

All Rights Reserved — Printed in Taiwan

Extensa™ 390 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide
Part No. 49.43A01.001
Original Issue: August 1997
First Revision: September 1997

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 recorded on the label
affixed to the case. All correspondence concer ning
your unit should include the serial number, model
number, and date of purchase.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by
any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of Acer Incorporated.

Extensa Notebook Computer

Model_______Serial No.____________Purchase Date________

This is a product of Acer Incorporated developed to TI
specifications. Texas Instruments, TI and the TI logo are registered
trademarks of Texas Instruments Inc. Acer and the Acer logo are
registered trademarks and Extensa is a trademark of Acer
Incorporated and Acer America Corporation.
IBM, AT and PS/2 are registered trademarks and OS/2 is a
trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Microware, Inc.
Synaptics is registered trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
SimulSCAN is a trademark of Cirrus Logic, Inc.
IrDA is a trademark of Infra Red Data Association.

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 a ga inst
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 to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that inter ference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the device off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

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Increase the separation between the device and receiver

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Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television

technician for help

Notice: Shield Cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using
shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.

Notice: Peripheral Devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printer s, etc.)
certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this
equipment. Operation with non-certified periphera ls is likely to
result in interference to radio and TV reception.

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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 opera te 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, including interference tha t may cause
undesired operation.

Notice: Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Cana da .

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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. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the
product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This pr oduct should never be pla ced
near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should be operated from the type of power
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power available, consult your dealer or local power
company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not
locate this product where persons will walk on the cord.

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Notices

9. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure
that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord
ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all
products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the
fuse rating.

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 electr ic 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 ser vicing to q ua lified service
personnel.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water
d. If the product does not operate normally when the

operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions
since improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to normal
condition.

e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged

f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,

indicating a need for service.

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