Acer Aspire 5100 User Manual

Name: Acer Aspire 5100
Brand: Acer
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Audio

The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo

speakers.

Adjusting the volume

Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See

"Hotkeys" on page 31 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.

Safety Instructions3
- Replacing the Battery Pack5
- Mercury Advisory5
Disposal Instructions5
Finding Your Comfort Zone6
Tips and Information for Comfortable Use6
First Things First8
- Your Guides8
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer8
Acer Empowering Technology15
- Empowering Technology Password15
- Acer Edatasecurity Management (for Selected Models)16
- Acer Elock Management17
- Acer Eperformance Management19
- Acer Erecovery Management20
- Acer Esettings Management22
- Acer Epower Management23
- Battery Status24
- Acer Epresentation Management26
Your Acer Notebook Tour27
- Front View27
- Closed Front View28
- Left View30
- Right View31
- Rear View32
- Base View33
Specifications34
Indicators40
Easy-Launch Buttons41
Touchpad42
- Touchpad Basics42
Using the Keyboard44
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad44
- Windows Keys45
- Hotkeys45
- Special Keys47
Ejecting the Optical (CD or DVD) Drive Tray48
Using a Computer Security Lock48
Audio49
- Adjusting the Volume49
Acer Orbicam (for Selected Models)50
- Launching the Acer Orbicam51
- Using the Acer Orbicam as Webcam51
Using the System Utilities52
- Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)52
- Launch Manager53
- Norton Antivirus54
Frequently Asked Questions55
- Recovery Cds57
- Requesting Service58
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)58
  - Before You Call58
Acer Arcade59
- 48-Button Remote Control60
  - Remote Functions61
- Finding and Playing Content62
  - Settings62
- Arcade Controls63
- Cinema65
  - Settings65
- Album66
  - Editing Pictures66
  - Slide Show Settings66
- Video67
- Music68
- TV (for Selected Models)69
- Make Dvds72
  - Authoring CD/Dvds72
Taking Your Notebook PC with You73
- Disconnecting from the Desktop73
- Moving Around73
  - Preparing the Computer73
  - What to Bring to Meetings74
- Taking the Computer Home74
- Traveling with the Computer75
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer76
  - Preparing the Computer76
  - What to Bring with You76
Securing Your Computer77
- Using a Computer Security Lock77
- Using Passwords77
  - Entering Passwords78
  - Setting Passwords78
Expanding through Options79
- Connectivity Options79
- Connecting Your TV and AV-In Cables85
  - Acer Arcade TV Set-Up Wizard (Windows XP Home and Professional)87
- BIOS Utility88
- Using Software89
  - Playing DVD Movies89
Power Management90
Acer Erecovery Management90
- Create Backup91
- Restore from Backup91
- Create Factory Default Image CD92
- Re-Install Bundled Software Without CD92
- Change Password93
Troubleshooting94
- Troubleshooting Tips94
- Error Messages94
Regulations and Safety Notices95
- ENERGY STAR Guidelines Compliance95
- FCC Notice95
- Modem Notices96
  - Notice for Australia97
  - Notice for New Zealand98
- Laser Compliance Statement99
- LCD Pixel Statement99
- Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice99
- Radio Device Regulatory Notice100
- General100
- European Union (EU)100
- The FCC RF Safety Requirement101
- Canada - Low-Power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices (RSS-210)102
- Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity103
- Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking104
- LCD Panel Ergonomic Specifications105
Index106

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Questions and Answers:

J
Jessica DiazJul 26, 2025
Why does the power-on indicator not light up on my Acer Aspire 5100?
- J
  Justin LangJul 26, 2025
  If the power-on indicator on your Acer Laptop does not light up, check the power cord of the power adapter. Ensure it has continuity and is correctly installed.

Acer Aspire 5100 Specifications

General

Display	15.4" WXGA (1280 x 800)
Graphics	ATI Radeon Xpress 1100
Battery	6-cell Lithium Ion
Chipset	ATI Radeon Xpress 1100
Memory Type	DDR2 SDRAM
Hard Drive Interface	SATA
Wireless	802.11b/g
Networking	10/100 Ethernet
Processor	AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile Technology
RAM	DDR2
Operating System	Windows XP
Optical Drive	DVD-Super Multi double layer
Ports	1 x VGA, 1 x microphone, 1 x RJ-11, 1 x RJ-45
Weight	6.2 lbs