Acer Extensa 365 User manual

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This computer combines high-performance,
versatility, power management features and
multimedia capabilities with unique style and
ergonomic design. Work with unmatched
productivity and reliability with your new power
computing partner.
This chapter gives an in-depth “tour” of the
computer’s many features.

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1.11.1 FeaturesFeatures
This computer was designed with the user in
mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
PerformancePerformance
q Intel Pentium®processor with MMX
technology
q 64-bit main memory and external (L2) cache
memory
q Large LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and PCI
(Peripheral Component Interconnect) local
bus video with graphics acceleration
q Internal CD-ROM drive and external 3.5-inch
floppy drive (CD-ROM drive model)
q Internal 3.5-inch floppy drive (FDD model)
q High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE (Integrated
Device Electronics) hard disk
q Nickel Metal-Hydride battery pack
q Power management system with standby and
hibernation power saving modes
MultimediaMultimedia
q 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with 3-D
sound
q Built-in dual speakers

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q Ultra-slim, high-speed CD-ROM drive
ConnectivityConnectivity
q High-speed fax/data modem port1(on some
models)
q USB (Universal Serial Bus) port
Human-centric Design and ErgonomicsHuman-centric Design and Ergonomics
q Lightweight and slim
q Sleek, smooth and stylish design
q Full-sized keyboard
q Wide and curved palm rest
q Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing
device
ExpansionExpansion
q CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slots
(two type II/I or one type III) with ZV (Zoomed
Video) port support on upper slot
q User-upgradeable memory and hard disk
1This feature is available only in the U.S., Canada, Japan and
Taiwan. For other regions, you can connect a PC Card modem.
Consult your dealer for details.

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1.21.2 DisplayDisplay
The large graphics display offers excellent viewing,
display quality and desktop performance graphics.
The computer supports two different display
configurations — high contrast DSTN or TFT.
Video PerformanceVideo Performance
PCI local bus video with graphics accelerator and
1.1MB EDO video RAM to boost video
performance.
Simultaneous DisplaySimultaneous Display
The computer’s large display and multimedia
capabilities are great for giving presentations. If
you prefer, you can also connect an external
monitor when giving presentations. This computer
supports simultaneous LCD and CRT display.
Simultaneous display allows you to control the
presentation from your computer and at the same
time face your audience. You can even connect an
LCD projection panel for large-audience
presentations.
Power ManagementPower Management
The power management system incorporates an
“automatic LCD dim” feature that automatically
decides the best settings for your display and at
the same time conserves power. See section 2.2
for more information on power management.

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Opening and Closing the DisplayOpening and Closing the Display
To open the display, slide the display lid latch to
the left and lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a
comfortable viewing position. The computer
employs a microswitch that turns off the display
(and enters standby mode) to conserve power
when you close the display cover, and turns it
back on when you open the display cover.
To close the display cover, fold it down gently until
the display cover latch clicks into place.
!! Warning: To avoid damaging the display, do not
slam it when closing. Do not place any object
on top of the computer when the display is
closed.

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1.31.3 IndicatorsIndicators
The computer has six easy-to-read indicator lights
(LEDs) near the display cover.
Two of these LEDs, Power and Standby, are visible
even when you close the display cover so you can
see the status of the computer while the cover is
closed.
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## IconIcon FunctionFunction DescriptionDescription
1Power Lights when the computer is
on.
Flashes when the battery is
low.
2Standby Flashes when the computer
enters Standby mode.
3Media Activity Lights when the hard disk
or CD-ROM drive is active.
4Battery Charge Lights when the battery is
being charged.
5Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is
activated.
6Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is
activated.

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1.41.4 KeyboardKeyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and includes an
embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two
Windows 95 keys and twelve function keys.
1.4.11.4.1 Special KeysSpecial Keys
Lock KeysLock Keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can
toggle on and off.
Lock KeyLock Key DescriptionDescription
Caps
Lock
When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic
characters typed are in uppercase.
Fn-
NumLk
When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is
in numeric mode. The keys function as a
calculator (complete with arithmetic operators
+, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you need to
do a lot of numeric data entry. A better
solution would be to connect an external
keypad.
Fn-ScrLk When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one
line up or down when you press ↑↑ or ↓↓
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work with some applications.
Embedded KeypadEmbedded Keypad
The embedded keypad functions like a desktop
numeric keypad. It is indicated by small
characters located on the upper right corner of the
keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-
control key symbols are not printed on the keys.
Desired AccessDesired Access Num Lock OnNum Lock On Num Lock OffNum Lock Off
Number keys on
embedded
keypad
Type numbers in a
normal manner.
Cursor-control
keys on
embedded
keypad
Hold Shift while
using cursor-
control keys.
Hold Fn while
using cursor-
control keys.
Main keyboard
keys
Hold Fn while
typing letters on
embedded keypad.
Type the letters
in a normal
manner.
Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is
connected to the computer, the numlock feature
automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to
the external keyboard or keypad.

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Windows 95 KeysWindows 95 Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows
95-specific functions.
KeyKey DescriptionDescription
Windows
logo key
Start button. Combinations with this key
perform special functions. Below are a few
examples:
q Windows + Tab Activates next Taskbar
button
q Windows + E Explore My Computer
q Windows + F Find Document
q Windows + M Minimize All
q Shift + Windows + M Undo Minimize All
q Windows + R Displays Run dialog box
Application
key
Opens the application’s context menu (same
as right-click).

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HotkeysHotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key
combinations to access most of the computer’s
controls like screen contrast and brightness,
volume output and the BIOS setup utility.
HotkeyHotkey IconIcon FunctionFunction DescriptionDescription
Fn-Esc Esc Hotkey
Escape
Exits the hotkey control.
Fn-F1 ?Hotkey
Help
Displays the hotkey list
and help.
Fn-F2 Brightness
Control
Contrast
Control
Toggles between brightness
control and contrast
control.
Press the scale hotkeys
(Fn-→→, Fn-←←) to increase
and decrease the
brightness or adjust the
contrast level.
Computers with TFT
displays do not show the
contrast control icon.

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HotkeyHotkey IconIcon FunctionFunction DescriptionDescription
Fn-F3 Display
Toggle
Switches display between
the following:
• LCD
• CRT
• Both LCD and CRT
Fn-F4 Battery
Gauge
Displays the battery gauge.
Fn-F5 Volume
Control
Press the scale hotkeys
(Fn-→→, Fn-←←) to increase
and decrease the output
level.
Fn-F6 Setup Gains access to System
setup by invoking
Notebook Manager.
Fn-F7 Sleep Enters hibernation mode if
the hibernation function
(Sleep Manager) is
installed, valid and
enabled; otherwise, the
computer enters standby
mode. See section 2.2.1 for
more about standby and
hibernation modes.
Fn-→→→ Scale
Increase
Increases the setting of the
current icon.
Fn-←←← Scale
Decrease
Decreases the setting of
the current icon.
Fn-T Toggle
Touchpad
Turns the internal
touchpad on and off.

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Note: If you want to use an external PS/2 mouse,
connect the external PS/2 mouse, then disable the
touchpad by pressing Fn-T.
Activating and Using HotkeysActivating and Using Hotkeys
When activating hotkeys, press and hold the first
key Fn before pressing the other keys in the hot
key combination.
Some hotkeys pop-up an onscreen icon as shown
in the previous table. For hotkeys with pop-up
icons, press the scale hotkeys (Fn-→→ and Fn-←←) to
increase and decrease the setting of the icon.
Exiting Pop-up Icons and ScreensExiting Pop-up Icons and Screens
Press hot key escape (Fn-Esc) to exit a pop-up
icon resulting from a hot key. Press Esc to exit a
screen resulting from a hot key.

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1.4.21.4.2 Keyboard ErgonomicsKeyboard Ergonomics
Located below the keyboard, the wide and curved
palm rest gives you a place to rest your hands
while you type.

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1.51.5 TouchpadTouchpad
The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible
pointing device that senses movement on its
surface. This means the cursor responds as you
move your finger on the surface of the touchpad.
The central location on the palm rest provides
ample comfort and support.
Note: When using an external PS/2 mouse, you
can press Fn-T to disable the internal touchpad.
If you want to use an external PS/2 mouse, first
enable the touchpad, connect the external PS/2
mouse, then disable the touchpad if necessary.
Touchpad BasicsTouchpad Basics
The following items teach you how to use the
touchpad:
q Move your finger across the touchpad to move
the cursor.

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q Press the left and right buttons located on the
edge of the touchpad to do selection and
execution functions. These two buttons are
similar to the left and right buttons on a
mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces
similar results.
FunctionFunction LeftLeft
ButtonButton
RightRight
ButtonButton
TapTap
Execution Click
twice
quickly
Tap twice (at the same
speed as double-clicking
the mouse button)
Selection Click
once
Tap once
Drag Click and
hold to
drag the
cursor
Tap twice (at the same
speed as double-clicking
the mouse button) and
hold finger to the
touchpad on the second
tap to drag the cursor
Access
Context
Menu
Click
once
Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using
the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and
clean.
The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements.
Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the
response. Tapping too hard will not increase the
touchpad’s responsiveness.

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1.61.6 StorageStorage
High-capacity storage comes in the form of a 2.5-
inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk. The computer also
has either an internal 3.5-inch, 1.44MB floppy
drive or an internal high-speed CD-ROM drive.
1.6.11.6.1 Hard DiskHard Disk
The hard disk module can be upgraded when you
need more storage space. See section 3.10.2.
1.6.21.6.2 Internal DriveInternal Drive
The computer comes with a built-in floppy drive or
CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM drive gives you
portable multimedia access for models with built-
in CD-ROM drives. An external floppy drive is
included.
Ejecting the CD-ROM TrayEjecting the CD-ROM Tray
To eject the CD-ROM
drive tray when the
computer is turned on,
press the CD-ROM
eject button .

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Connecting an External Floppy DriveConnecting an External Floppy Drive
Connect the larger end
of the floppy drive
cable to the parallel
port and the other end
to the connector on the
external floppy drive.
Note: The external floppy drive is hot-pluggable.
You do not need to turn off the computer to
connect and use the floppy drive.

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1.71.7 PortsPorts
Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to
your computer as you would with a desktop PC.
The ports are found on the rear panel; PC card
slots and the modem jack are found on the left
panel of the computer.
Note: See Chapter 3 on how to connect external
devices to the computer.
1.7.11.7.1 Left PortsLeft Ports
## IconIcon PortPort Connects to...Connects to...
1Modem Jack Phone line
2PC Card Slots PC Cards
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Fax/Data Modem Port (on some models)Fax/Data Modem Port (on some models)
The computer has an optional built-in fax/data
modem.1
!! Warning: This modem port is not compatible
with digital phone lines. Plugging this modem
into a digital phone line will damage the
modem.
To use the
fax/data modem
port, connect a
phone cable
from the modem
port to a
telephone jack.
Start your communications software program. See
your communications manual for instructions.
PC Card SlotsPC Card Slots
There are two type II/I or one type III CardBus PC
Card slots found on the left panel of the computer.
These slots accept credit-card-sized cards that
enhance the usability and expandability of the
computer.
1This feature is available only in the U.S., Canada, Japan and
Taiwan. For other regions, you can connect a PC Card modem.
Consult your dealer for details.