ASPIRE M3-580G - Laptop ACER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Laptop
Brand	ACER
Model	ASPIRE M3-580G
Screen	Multi-touch
Webcam	Yes, with built-in microphone
Keyboard	With special keys (Fn combinations)
Touchpad	Touch surface with left and right click
USB Ports	USB 2.0 (black) and USB 3.0 (blue), one with power-off charging
HDMI	Yes
Ethernet RJ-45	10/100/1000 Gigabit
Optical drive	CD/DVD
Card reader	2-in-1 (SD/SDHC/MMC)
Audio	Headphone/microphone jack, stereo speakers
Power	AC adapter, rechargeable battery
Power management	Acer Green Instant On (sleep and deep sleep)
Security	Kensington lock slot
Operating temperature	5°C to 35°C
Operating humidity	20% to 80% non-condensing
Operating system	Windows
Accessories	Available online at store.acer.com
Product registration	At www.acer.com

Frequently Asked Questions - ASPIRE M3-580G ACER

How do I register my Acer product?

Visit www.acer.com, select your country, click on REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT and follow the instructions. You can also double-click the registration icon on the desktop.

How do I use the special keyboard keys?

Hold down the Fn key and press the key corresponding to the desired function (e.g., Fn+F3 for communications, Fn+F4 for sleep).

How do I switch between the internal screen and an external monitor?

Press Fn+F5 to toggle the display between the internal screen, external monitor, or both simultaneously.

How do I enable or disable the touchpad?

Use the key combination Fn+F7 to enable or disable the touchpad.

What to do if the computer is unresponsive?

Insert a paperclip into the battery reset hole (located under the base) and press for four seconds to simulate a battery remove and reinstall.

How do I connect my computer to the Internet?

Wireless connection is enabled by default. Windows detects available networks. Select your network, enter the password if necessary. You can also refer to your router or ISP documentation.

What is the Acer Green Instant On function?

This function allows the computer to enter sleep mode quickly when the lid is closed, then automatically enter deep sleep after a certain time to save battery. To wake up, open the lid or press the power button.

How do I eject a disc from the optical drive in an emergency?

If the computer is off, insert a straightened paperclip into the emergency eject hole located on the left near the eject button.

What ports are available on this computer?

The computer has: USB 2.0 (black), USB 3.0 (blue, one with power-off charging), HDMI, Ethernet RJ-45 (10/100/1000), headphone/microphone jack, card reader (SD/SDHC/MMC), and optical drive.

How do I reset the computer's battery?

Locate the battery reset hole under the computer. Insert a paperclip and press for four seconds. This simulates removal and reinstallation of the battery.

USER MANUAL ASPIRE M3-580G ACER

Product registration

When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as:

• Faster service from our trained representatives. Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys. The latest news from Acer.

Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!

How to register

To register your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Select your country, click PRODUCT REGISTRATION and follow the simple instructions.

You will also be asked to register your product during the setup process, or you can double-click the Registration icon on the desktop.

After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.

Obtaining Acer accessories

We are happy to inform you that Acer's warranty extension program and Notebook accessories are available online. Come and visit our online shop and find what you need at store.acer.com.

The Acer store is being progressively rolled out, and, unfortunately may not be available in some regions. Please check back regularly to see when it will be available in your country.

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Aspire M3 Quick Guide

This revision: 08/2012

Model number:

Serial number:

Date of purchase:

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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 Setup Poster helps you get started with setting up your computer.

The Quick Guide 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 Aspire M3 User's Manual. The Aspire M3 User's Manual contains useful information applying to your new computer. It covers basic topics such as using the keyboard and audio, etc.

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.

Follow these steps to access it:

1 Type "User" from Start. 2 Click/tap on Acer User's Manual.

Your Acer notebook tour

After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook.

Keyboard view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1		Keyboard	For entering data into your computer. Caution: Do not use a keyboard protector or similar cover as the keyboard includes ventilation intakes for cooling.
2		Touchpad	Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Press down firmly on the touchpad surface to perform a left click. Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a right click.

Hotkeys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.

To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

Hotkey	Icon	Function	Description
+Fn> + <F3>	(▲▲)	Communication	Enables/disables the computer's communication devices.
<Fn> + <F4>	Z²	Sleep	Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<Fn> + <F5>	□□	Display toggle	Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
<Fn> + <F6>	□□□	Screen blank	Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return.
<Fn> + <F7>	∅□	Touchpad toggle	Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
<Fn> + <F8>	鸣	Speaker toggle	Turns the speakers on and off.
<Fn> + <F9>		Brightness up	Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + <F10>		Brightness down	Decreases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + <△>		Volume up	Increases the sound volume.
<Fn> + <▼>		Volume down	Decreases the sound volume.
<Fn> + <Home>	/| |	Play/Pause	Play or pause a selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Up>	■	Stop	Stop playing the selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Dn>	| | |	Previous	Return to the previous media file.
<Fn> + <End>	▶▶ |	Next	Jump to the next media file.

Screen view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1		Webcam	Web camera for video communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active.
2		Microphone	Internal microphone for sound recording.
3		Touchscreen	Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input.

Front view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1		Power button	Turns the computer on and off.
2		Power indicator	Indicates the computer's power status.
		Battery indicator	Indicates battery status. Charging: The light is amber when the battery is charging. Fully charged: The light is blue.

Rear view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1		Ventilation and cooling fan	Allows the computer to stay cool. Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2		Headset/speaker jack	Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone.
3		USB ports	Connects to USB devices. If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible (see below).
4		USB port with power-off charging
5	HDMI	HDMI port	Supports high-definition digital video connections.
6		Ethernet (RJ-45) port	Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.
7		DC-in jack	Connects to an AC adapter.

Information on USB 3.0

• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices.
• Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB).

Left view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1		Optical drive	Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs.
2		Optical disk access indicator	Lights up when the optical drive is active.
3		Optical drive eject button	Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
4		Emergency eject hole	Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. Carefully insert a straightened paper clip to eject the optical drive tray.
5	IIIIMM MULTIMEDICHD SD	2-in-1 card reader	Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or SDHC) card or MultiMediaCard (MMC). Note: To remove the card, simply pull it from the slot.

Right view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1	K	Kensington lock slot	Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock.Keyless models are also available.

Base view

#	Icon	Item	Description
1		Ventilation and cooling fan	Allows the computer to stay cool. Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2		Hard disk bay	Houses the computer's hard disk.
		Memory compartment	Houses the computer's main memory.
3		Speakers	Deliver stereo audio output.
4		Battery reset pinhole	Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds to reset the computer.

Environment

Temperature:

• Operating: 5°C to 35°C Non-operating: -20°C to 65°C
• Humidity (non-condensing):

Operating: 20% to 80% Non-operating: 20% to 80%

Connecting to the Internet

Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default.

Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup.

Select your network and enter the password if required.

Otherwise, open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions. Please also refer to your ISP or router documentation.

Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect ensures a faster connection to any of the networks that your computer connects to most frequently.

Power management

This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity, such as activity involving one or more of the following devices:

keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.

Acer Green Instant On

Note: For selected models only.

The Acer Green Instant On feature allows your computer to wake up from Sleep mode in less than the time it takes to open the lid. When you close the lid, or leave your computer for a while, your computer enters Sleep mode. While the computer is in Sleep mode, the power indicator LED will flash orange.

Open the lid or press any key to wake the computer from Sleep mode.

After a certain amount of time in Sleep mode, the computer will automatically enter Deep Sleep to preserve battery life. When the computer is in Deep Sleep, the power indicator LED will be turned off. In this state, battery remains ready to use for many weeks.

Press the power button to wake up from Deep Sleep.

Note: Once in Deep Sleep, your PC will consume significantly less power compared with Sleep mode, but it will take a little longer to wake up from Deep Sleep.

Deep Sleep and Sleep mode work together to ensure that your computer saves as much power as possible while still enabling quick, instant on access.

To save more power, your computer will typically enter and stay in Deep Sleep during times when it will not be frequently accessed, for example, during the middle of the night. To provide quicker access, your computer will enter and stay in Sleep mode during times when it will be frequently accessed, for example, during working hours.

Aspire M3

Quick Guide

Acer Instant Connect

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Acer notebook is bundled with the approved telecom modules for your networking. Those modules' model number and specific homologation number refers to below:

[Modem]

Modelo: RD02-D330	CNC 54-4512
Modelo: Delphi D40 (AM5)	CNC 54-5681

[Bluetooth]

Modelo: BCM92046	CNC 16-6735
Modelo: BCM92070MD_REF	CNC 16-7165
Modelo: T77H056	CNC 16-7788
Modelo: AR5BBU12	CNC 16-7946

[Bluetooth+802.11bgn]

Modelo: BCM943225HMB

CNC C-7497

[802.11AGN]

Modelo: 512AN_MMW	CNC C-6399
Modelo: 533AN_MMW	CNC C-6385
Modelo: 512AN_HMW	CNC C-7612
Modelo: 533AN_HMW	CNC C-7618
Modelo: 622ANHMW	CNC C-7682
Modelo: 633ANHMW	CNC C-7681

[802.11BGN]

Modelo: AR5B95	CNC C-7152
Modelo: AR5B93	CNC C-7151
Modelo: 112BNHMW	CNC C-7470
Modelo: 112BNMMW	CNC C-7471
Modelo: RTL8192SE	CNC C-7495
Modelo: BCM943225HM	CNC C-7395
Modelo: AR5B97	CNC C-7781
Modelo: BCM94313HMG2L	CNC C-7881

[802.11BG]

Modelo: BCM94312HMG

CNC 16-6180

[3G]

Modelo: UNDP-1	CNC 17-6334
Modelo: Gobi2000	CNC 17-7291

[Brazil] Additional notice of Anatel regulation

Acer notebook is bundled with the approved telecom modules for your networking. Those modules' model number and specific homologation number refers to below:

[Modem]

Modelo: RD02-D330	COFETEL: TTDCORD06-536
Modelo: Delphi_D40 (AM5)	COFETEL: TTDAGDE07-056

[Bluetooth]

Modelo: BCM92046	COFETEL: RCPFOBC08-0472
Modelo: BCM92070MD_REF	COFETEL: RCPBRBC09-0213
Modelo: T77H056	COFETEL: RCPATT709-1049
Modelo: AR5BBU12	COFETEL: RCPATAR10-0064

[Bluetooth+802.11BGN]

Modelo: BCM943225HMB

COFETEL: RCPBRBC09-0574

[802.11AGN]

Modelo: 512AN_HMW	COFETEL:RCPIN5108-0260
Modelo: 512AN_MMW	COFETEL:RCPIN5108-0260-A3
Modelo: 533AN_HMW	COFETEL:RCPIN5108-0260-A2
Modelo: 533AN_MMW	COFETEL:RCPIN5108-0260-A1
Modelo: 622ANHMW	COFETEL:RCPIN6209-1009
Modelo: 633ANHMW	COFETEL:RCPIN6309-1010

[802.11BGN]

Modelo: AR5B95	COFETEL:RCPATAR09-0168
Modelo: AR5B93	COFETEL: RCPATAR09-0167
Modelo: 112BNHMW	COFETEL: RCPIN1109-0613-A1
Modelo: 112BNMMW	COFETEL: RCPIN1109-0613
Modelo: RTL8192SE	COFETEL: RCPRERT09-0751
Modelo: BCM943225HM	COFETEL: RCPBRBC09-0464
Modelo: AR5B97	COFETEL: RCPATAR09-1103
Modelo: BCM94313HMG2L	COFETEL: RCPBRBC09-1196

[802.11BG]

Modelo: BCM94312HMG

COFETEL: RCPBRBC08-0015

[3G]

Modelo: UNDP-1	COFETEL:RTIQUUN08-0253
Modelo: Gobi2000	COFETEL:RTIQUGO09-0555
Modelo: EM770W	COFETEL:RTIHUEM10-0096

[WiMax]

Modelo: 622ANXHMW

COFETEL: RCPIN6210-0219

Aspire M3

Quick Guide

Product Registration

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- Working: 20% to 80% - Standby: 20% to 80%

Acer Instant Connect

The Instant Connect function provides faster connection to any of the networks that your computer has connected to before.

Power Management

This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. To conserve power, it controls the power to one or more devices, such as: keyboard, mouse, optical disk, peripheral devices connected to the computer, and video card. If no activity is detected from one or more devices within a specified time interval, the computer will stop power to some or all of these devices.

Acer Green Instant On

Acer Instant Connect

Acer Instant Connect

Acer Instant Connect

Acer Instant Connect

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Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect provides faster connection to the network with which your computer most frequently connects.

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1 Click "User" from Start. 2 Click or tap Acer User's Guide.

Before using your Acer notebook

After you have set up the computer as shown in the setup poster, let us familiarize you with your new Acer notebook.

Keyboard

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Hotkeys

The computer uses hotkeys or key combinations for quick access to some of its controls, such as screen brightness and sound volume.

To activate the hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key of the combination.

• Working: from 20% to 80% for storage: from 20% to 80%

Connecting to the Internet

The wireless connection of your computer is enabled by default.

Windows opens and displays some screens during installation. Select your screen and, if necessary, enter the password.

You can also open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions. Also refer to your provider or see the router documentation.

Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect helps you establish a faster connection with each of the networks your computer connects to most often.

Power Management

This computer has built-in power management that monitors system activity, such as activity when one or more of the following devices are active: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a specified period of time, the computer turns off some or all of these devices to save energy.

Acer Green Instant On

Note: Only for selected models.

The Acer Green Instant On function allows the computer to wake from Sleep mode in less time than is needed to open the lid. When you close the lid and leave the computer idle for a while, it will enter Sleep mode. While the computer is in Sleep mode, the storage indicator will blink orange.

Open the lid or press any key to wake the computer from Sleep mode.

After a certain period of time in Sleep mode, the computer will automatically enter Deep Sleep mode to save battery. When the computer is in Deep Sleep mode, the LED indicator will be off. In this state, the battery is ready for use for many weeks.

Press the power button to wake the computer from Deep Sleep mode.

Note: In Deep Sleep mode, your computer will consume less energy compared to Sleep mode, but it will take longer to wake from Deep Sleep mode.

Deep Sleep mode and Sleep mode work together to ensure that your computer operates as efficiently as possible while continuing to provide fast and reliable access.

For greater energy savings, your computer will usually enter and remain in Deep Sleep mode when you are not using it regularly, for example, overnight. For faster access, your computer should enter and remain in Sleep mode when you use it more frequently, for example, during working hours.

Aspire M3

User's Guide

Product registration

Instructions for opening:

Acer Instant Connect

Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect provides a faster connection to any of the networks that your computer connects to most often.

Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect guarantees faster connection to the networks that your computer connects to most often.

Power management

Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect uses a database to connect to all the networks that the user connects to most often.

Power management

This computer is equipped with an energy-saving power management feature. It monitors the system activity, for example the activity of the CPU, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and memory. If no activity is detected for a certain period of time, the computer stops the operation of some or all of these devices to save energy.

Acer Green Instant On

Note: The selected settings are saved.

The Acer Green Instant On eco-function allows your computer to wake up from sleep mode in less time than it takes to open the lid. If you close the lid or briefly turn off the computer, your computer enters sleep mode. While your computer is in sleep mode, the power LED blinks with an orange color.

Open the lid or press any key to wake the computer from sleep mode.

After a certain time in sleep mode, the computer automatically enters deep sleep or hibernation for a longer duration. When the computer is in deep sleep, the power LED is off. In this state, the battery remains in a state of readiness for several weeks.

Press the power button to wake the computer from deep sleep.

Acer Instant Connect

Instant Connect, bilgisayarınızın en sık bağlandığı tüm ağlara daha hızlı bağlantı kurulmasını sağlar.

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