Acer LONE STAR User manual

LONE STAR

Pentium Notebook Computer

User’s Guide

49.XXXXX.XXX

Printed in Taiwan

Pentium Notebook Computer User’s Guide

Part No. 49.XXXXX.XXX

Original Issue: November 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 concerning

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 this company.

Pentium Notebook Computer

Model_______Serial No.____________Purchase Date________

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

iii

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 to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference 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, printers, etc.)

certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this

equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to

result in interference to radio and TV reception.

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, including interference that 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 Canada.

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 product should never be placed

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.

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 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. 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.

Notices

vii

13. Replace battery with the same type as the product's battery

we recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of

fire or explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified

serviceman.

14. Warning! Battery may explode if not handled properly. Do

not disassemble or dispose of in fire. Keep away from

children and dispose of used battery promptly.

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).

Laser Compliance Statement

The CD-ROM drive in this computer is a laser product. The

CD-ROM drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on

the drive.

CLASS 1 LASER

PRODUCT CAUTION:

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

APPAREIL A LASER

DE CLASSE 1

PRODUIT LASER

ATTENTION:

RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE

EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE

EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.

LUOKAN 1

LASERLAITE LASER

KLASSE 1

VORSICHT:

UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN

ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET NICHT DEM

STRAHLL AUSSETZEN

PRODUCTO LÁSER

DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA:

RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER

ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS.

Notices

viii

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.

ADVARSEL

Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype

eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte

batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.

VARNING

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvãnd samma batterityp eller

en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera

anvãnt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

VAROITUS

Päristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo

ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty

paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

VORSICHT!

Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur

durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.

Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

Notices

Taking Care ofYour Computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

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Do not expose the

computer to direct sunlight.

Do not place near sources

of heat, such as a radiator.

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Do not expose to

temperatures below 0ºC

(32ºF)

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above 50ºC (122ºF).

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Do not subject the

computer to magnetic

fields.

Notices

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Do not expose the

computer to rain or

moisture.



Do not spill water or any

liquid on the computer.



Do not subject the

computer to heavy shock

and vibration.

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Do not expose the

computer to dust and dirt.

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Never place objects on top

of the computer to avoid

damaging the computer.

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