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... the battery leaks and you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by other nearby electrical devices that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may...
... the battery leaks and you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by other nearby electrical devices that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may...
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... a hot or cold battery may damage the battery or the connecting object. A device with your vehicle engine. They include below freezing. Always try to turn off your product. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Do not dispose of the battery will eventually wear out. Sparks in such areas could affect performance. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Use only Acer approved batteries...
... a hot or cold battery may damage the battery or the connecting object. A device with your vehicle engine. They include below freezing. Always try to turn off your product. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Do not dispose of the battery will eventually wear out. Sparks in such areas could affect performance. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Use only Acer approved batteries...
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... system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User's Guide. It is not installed on your notebook. For instructions on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your notebook. poster helps you get started with setting up your new computer. The printed User's Guide...
... system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User's Guide. It is not installed on your notebook. For instructions on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your notebook. poster helps you get started with setting up your new computer. The printed User's Guide...
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Special keys 33 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 35 Using a computer security lock 35 Audio 36 Adjusting the volume 36 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 37 Set playback as digital output 37 Using the system utilities 39 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 39 Launch Manager 40 Norton Internet Security 41 Frequently asked questions 42 Requesting service 45 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 45 Before...
Special keys 33 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 35 Using a computer security lock 35 Audio 36 Adjusting the volume 36 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 37 Set playback as digital output 37 Using the system utilities 39 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 39 Launch Manager 40 Norton Internet Security 41 Frequently asked questions 42 Requesting service 45 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 45 Before...
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... What to bring with you 66 Special considerations 66 Securing your computer 67 Using a computer security lock 67 Using passwords 67 Entering passwords 68 Setting passwords 68 Expanding through options 69 Connectivity options 69 Fax/data modem 69 Built-in network feature 70 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 70 ExpressCard 71 Installing memory 72 BIOS utility 73 Boot sequence 73 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 73 Password 73 Using software 74 Playing DVD movies 74 Power management 75 Acer eRecovery Management 76
... What to bring with you 66 Special considerations 66 Securing your computer 67 Using a computer security lock 67 Using passwords 67 Entering passwords 68 Setting passwords 68 Expanding through options 69 Connectivity options 69 Fax/data modem 69 Built-in network feature 70 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 70 ExpressCard 71 Installing memory 72 BIOS utility 73 Boot sequence 73 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 73 Password 73 Using software 74 Playing DVD movies 74 Power management 75 Acer eRecovery Management 76
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... system. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for general reference only. Note: If you will be asked to create it provides access to reset it except by default in the...
... system. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for general reference only. Note: If you will be asked to create it provides access to reset it except by default in the...
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..., change the display and sleep settings you wish to switch to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To switch between , edit, delete and restore power plans, as required. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save your power management options. To access...
..., change the display and sleep settings you wish to switch to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To switch between , edit, delete and restore power plans, as required. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save your power management options. To access...
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... and external devices that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey: + . Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system. Empowering Technology 7 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you need to use an external resolution that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to...
... and external devices that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey: + . Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system. Empowering Technology 7 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you need to use an external resolution that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to...
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... the devices types. Lock(s) will remain after rebooting, until removed. Once set first. Note: If you can 't be set , you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is unattended. • Removable Storage Devices - includes any of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage devices that data can apply locks to reset it...
... the devices types. Lock(s) will remain after rebooting, until removed. Once set first. Note: If you can 't be set , you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is unattended. • Removable Storage Devices - includes any of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage devices that data can apply locks to reset it...
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..., so you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Empowering Technology 14 Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects...
..., so you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Empowering Technology 14 Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects...
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or T5500/T5600(2 MB L2 cache, 1.66GHz/1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB), supporting Intel® Extended Memory 64 Technology (Intel® EM64T)(AS5710) • Mobile Intel® 945PM/945GM Express chipset • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual- 21 English Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Intel® Centrino®...
or T5500/T5600(2 MB L2 cache, 1.66GHz/1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB), supporting Intel® Extended Memory 64 Technology (Intel® EM64T)(AS5710) • Mobile Intel® 945PM/945GM Express chipset • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual- 21 English Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Intel® Centrino®...
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... touchpad with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ Volume wheel Acer Media Center remote control (optional) ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD™/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB 2.0 ports External display (VGA) port S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Headphones/speaker/line-out port with S/PDIF support Microphone-in jack...
... touchpad with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ Volume wheel Acer Media Center remote control (optional) ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD™/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB 2.0 ports External display (VGA) port S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Headphones/speaker/line-out port with S/PDIF support Microphone-in jack...
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...-control keys Hold while using on , the embedded keypad is indicated by small characters located on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on embedded keypad Type numbers in numeric mode. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on , the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. When Scroll Lock is on embedded keypad control keys. Scroll Lock does not work...
...-control keys Hold while using on , the embedded keypad is indicated by small characters located on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on embedded keypad Type numbers in numeric mode. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on , the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. When Scroll Lock is on embedded keypad control keys. Scroll Lock does not work...
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... using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar + < network) > + : Search for computers (if you are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it opens...
... using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar + < network) > + : Search for computers (if you are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it opens...
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... the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. English 32 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on...
... the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. English 32 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on...
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...'s power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Remove or replace it is crossed-out, click on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Press...
...'s power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Remove or replace it is crossed-out, click on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Press...
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... now safely take the computer anywhere you may choose to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . then press and release the power button. When you are using one to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows...
... now safely take the computer anywhere you may choose to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . then press and release the power button. When you are using one to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows...
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... encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this utility. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility...
... encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this utility. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility...
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... created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from . You can also choose to complete the process. If you wish to have a disc that contains your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button...
... created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from . You can also choose to complete the process. If you wish to have a disc that contains your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button...
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... 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 32 hotkeys 32 K keyboard 30 embedded numeric keypad 30 hotkeys 32 lock keys 30 troubleshooting 43 Windows keys 31 L left view 17 M media access on local trips 65 troubleshooting 78 turning off xiv connections network 70 D display hotkeys 32 troubleshooting 42 DVD 74 DVD movies playing 74 E error messages 78 Euro 33 F FAQ. English 92 Index A AC adapter caring for xiv audio 36 adjusting the volume 36 troubleshooting 42 B battery pack battery-low warning 49...
... 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 32 hotkeys 32 K keyboard 30 embedded numeric keypad 30 hotkeys 32 lock keys 30 troubleshooting 43 Windows keys 31 L left view 17 M media access on local trips 65 troubleshooting 78 turning off xiv connections network 70 D display hotkeys 32 troubleshooting 42 DVD 74 DVD movies playing 74 E error messages 78 Euro 33 F FAQ. English 92 Index A AC adapter caring for xiv audio 36 adjusting the volume 36 troubleshooting 42 B battery pack battery-low warning 49...