Aspire one Series
Quick Guide
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Original Issue: 06/2008
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Declaration of Conformity
This device 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 that may cause undesired
operation.
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Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited
Easy Lai / Director Date
29 Feb 2008
CE Declaration of Conformity
We,
Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited
3F, No. 168 Xizang Medium Road, Huangpu District,
Shanghai, China
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Tel: 886-2-8691-3089, Fax: 886-2-8691-3000
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Hereby declare that:
Product: Notebook PC Trade name: Acer
Model number: ZG5 Machine type:
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EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure
that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements.
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized
standards:
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• EN55022:1998 + A1:2000 + A2:2003, AS/NZS CISPR22:2002, Class B
• EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003
• EN55013:2001 + A1:2003 + A2:2005 (Applied to products with TV function)
• EN55020:2007 (Applied to products with TV function)
• EN61000-3-2:2000 + A2:2005, Class D
• EN61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001 + A2:2005
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized
standards:
• EN60950-1:2001 + A11:2004
• EN60065:2002 (applies to products with TV function)
Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- European single terminal connection to the
Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in
Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized
standards:
• Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety
• EN60950-1:2001+ A11:2004
• EN50371:2002
• Article 3.1(b) EMC
• EN301 489-1 V1.4.1
• EN301 489-3 V1.4.1
• EN301 489-17 V1.2.1
• Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages
• EN300 220-3 V1.1.1
• EN300 328 V1.6.1
• EN300 440-2 V1.1.2
• EN301 893 V1.2.3
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Illustrations are for reference only. Actual product specifications
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First things first
We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for
meeting your mobile computing needs.
Your guides
To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides*:
First off, the Quick Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer.
The Application Manual 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, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. This guide contains
detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery,
expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains warranty
information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook.
It is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your
notebook. Information for your safety and comfort.\
Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. If Adobe Reader is
not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide
will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the
instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For
instructions on how to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and
Support menu.
* IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the guides mentioned
herein, whether in printed or electronic form, are for your
reference only and except as provided in the specific warranty
information contained in the AcerSystem User Guide nothing
contained in these guides shall constitute a representation or
warranty by Acer with regard to the product you purchased. Acer
expressly disclaims any liability for errors contained in the guides.
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First Step
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The first time you turn on your
preferred language, time, date and password.
1 Language:
2 Password:
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, you will be asked to choose your
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3Time and Date:
4 Home Screen
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Network configuration
This guide will help you configure your LAN and wireless network settings to
enable you to connect to the Internet.
Setting up LAN connection
Simply plug in the LAN cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) port. Please refer to"Left
view" on page 14 for the location of the Ethernet port.
Setting up wireless connection
(1) Please switch on the wireless LAN using the switch on the front
of your Aspire one. Please refer to"Closed front view" on page
13.
(2) Click the icon on your system tray and choose the wireless
access point you want to connect.
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Your
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters section,
let us show you around your new Acer notebook.
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Top view
# Icon Item Description
1 Acer Crystal Eye
webcam
Web camera for video communication
(only for certain models).
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# Icon Item Description
2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound
recording.
3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),
displays computer output.
4 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LED) that light up
to show the status of the computer's
functions and components.
5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which
functions like a computer mouse.
7 Click buttons (left,
and right)
8 Wireless LAN
communication
indicator
9 Power button/
indicator
The left and right buttons function like
the left and right mouse buttons.
Indicates the status of wireless LAN
communication.
Turns the computer on and off.
Closed front view
# Icon Item Description
1 Wireless
communication
switch
Enables/disables the wireless function.
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Left view
# Icon Item Description
1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2 External display
(VGA) port
3 Ventilation slots
and cooling fan
4 Ethernet (RJ-45)
port
5 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB
6 Storage
Expansion slot
Connects to a display device
(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
Enable the computer to stay cool, even
after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the
opening of the fan.
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based
network.
mouse).
Accepts one Secure Digital (SD) card, used
to expand the capacity of My Files. Push
the card inwards and let it pop out
before removing.
Note: This slot is for expanding My Files
long-term. For transferring files to and
from other devices, use the 5-in-1 card
reader.
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Right view
# Icon Item Description
1 Microphone-in
jack
2 Headphones/
speaker/line-out
jack
3 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB
4 Multi-in-one card
reader
5 Kensington lock
slot
Accepts input from external microphones.
Connects to line-out audio devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones).
mouse).
Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard
(MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick
PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD).
Note: Push to remove/install the card. Only
one card can operate at any given time.
Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
Rear view
# Icon Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
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Base view
# Icon Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
3 Ventilation slots and
cooling fan
4 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
Enable the computer to stay cool, even
after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening
of the fan.
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