[. . . ] Acer Aspire 1710 Series User's Guide Copyright © 2004 All Rights Reserved Acer Aspire 1710 Series Notebook Computer User's Guide Original Issue: February 2004 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. [. . . ] Windows will automatically detect the card's presence. 2 3 4 47 1 2 Close any applications using the PC card. Double click on the PC card icon on the task bar, and then select the option to safely remove the card. Wait for the message telling you that it is now safe to remove the card. Press the PC card eject button to partially eject the card from the slot. Remove the card from the slot. 3 4 USB devices Your computer features four USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. See "External display devices" and "Printer" for information on connecting a USB keyboard, keypad, mouse or printer. Other common USB devices include digital cameras, scanners, and external storage devices. USB is plug and play, which means that you can connect and start using a USB device without having to restart your computer. This means that several devices can share a USB port simultaneously. English To remove a PC card: English 48 Peripherals and options English Miscellaneous options Battery pack It is a good idea to have a battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move. AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places. For example, you could have one AC adapter at home and another at work. This means that you don't have to carry an AC adapter when traveling between your two base locations. 49 Make sure you only use components that are compatible with your Aspire computer. Consult your dealer regarding compatibility of new components before you purchase them. To ensure proper installation, refer to the documentation provided with new components before you start to add or replace components. Possible upgrade options include the following: · · · · Replace the HDD with a higher capacity model. Replace the CD drive with the optical drives. Opening the case Before you open the case, turn your computer off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet or the battery. a) Turn the computer over to access the panel on the bottom of the unit. b) Lift the bottom panel off. English Installing new components English 50 Peripherals and options English CPU upgrade Caution!A microprocessor and heat sink may be hot if the system has been running. Also, there may be sharp pins and edges on some board and chassis parts. Consider wearing protective gloves. After removing the bottom panel: a) Loosen the four screws in the air baffle/heat sink assembly. b) Unplug the air baffle power connector from the system main board and remove the air baffle/heat sink assembly to expose the CPU socket. 51 1 2 3 4 Raise the locking bar on the socket. Orient the processor so that the triangle on the corner of the processor aligns with the triangle on the corner of the socket. [. . . ] This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use. The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Aspire 1710 series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows. 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device. Caution: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons. 89 Note: Acer Dual-Band 11a/g Wireless Mini PCI Adapter implements transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas. [. . . ]