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... changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in new editions of this publication without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5580/5570/3680/5570Z Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to the information in...
... changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in new editions of this publication without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5580/5570/3680/5570Z Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to the information in...
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... a need to replace the power cord set, make sure that which came bundled with the supplied power supply cord set. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. v Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition...
... a need to replace the power cord set, make sure that which came bundled with the supplied power supply cord set. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. v Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition...
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...First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for using your computer Turning your computer on and off , the Just for Starters... This guide contains detailed information on your notebook. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Your guides To help...the basic features and functions of guides: First off To turn on your new computer. Follow the instructions on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's Guide. Basic care and tips for meeting your computer. The printed...
...First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for using your computer Turning your computer on and off , the Just for Starters... This guide contains detailed information on your notebook. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Your guides To help...the basic features and functions of guides: First off To turn on your new computer. Follow the instructions on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's Guide. Basic care and tips for meeting your computer. The printed...
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... your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management (for selected models) 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eLock Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Front view 14 Closed front...
... your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management (for selected models) 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eLock Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Front view 14 Closed front...
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... Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 35 Using a computer security lock 35 Audio 36 Adjusting the volume 36 Using Acer Bluetooth® VoIP Phone 37 Getting to know your VoIP phone 37 Package contents 37 Layout 37 LED indicators 38 Charging the phone... 38 Connecting the phone to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48...
... Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 35 Using a computer security lock 35 Audio 36 Adjusting the volume 36 Using Acer Bluetooth® VoIP Phone 37 Getting to know your VoIP phone 37 Package contents 37 Layout 37 LED indicators 38 Charging the phone... 38 Connecting the phone to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48...
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... 68 Remote control 69 Remote functions 70 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 71 VideoMagician 71 TV Joy (selected models only) 71 SportsCap (selected models only) 71 DV Wizard 72 DVDivine 72 Taking your notebook PC with you 73 Disconnecting from the desktop 73 Moving around 73 Preparing the computer 73 What to bring to meetings 74 Taking...
... 68 Remote control 69 Remote functions 70 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 71 VideoMagician 71 TV Joy (selected models only) 71 SportsCap (selected models only) 71 DV Wizard 72 DVDivine 72 Taking your notebook PC with you 73 Disconnecting from the desktop 73 Moving around 73 Preparing the computer 73 What to bring to meetings 74 Taking...
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English 14 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook. poster, let us show the status of the computer's functions and components. Front view # Item Description 1 Built-in the Just for more details. 4 Status indicators ...
English 14 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook. poster, let us show the status of the computer's functions and components. Front view # Item Description 1 Built-in the Just for more details. 4 Status indicators ...
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Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Keyless models are also available. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. English 35 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off.
Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Keyless models are also available. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. English 35 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off.
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...during charge and turns off when the battery is charging. Eject the phone from the PC Card slot when charging is linking with the notebook. Click No, not this time, then close the window. 4. Blinking slow The phone is finished. Charging the phone You need to ... LED Color Bluetooth Blue connection/ pairing indicator Charge/Power indicator Amber Status Description Blinking fast The phone is not paired or linked with the notebook. Off The phone is in pairing mode. Make sure that the phone is fully-charged. Off The phone is completely pushed on ....
...during charge and turns off when the battery is charging. Eject the phone from the PC Card slot when charging is linking with the notebook. Click No, not this time, then close the window. 4. Blinking slow The phone is finished. Charging the phone You need to ... LED Color Bluetooth Blue connection/ pairing indicator Charge/Power indicator Amber Status Description Blinking fast The phone is not paired or linked with the notebook. Off The phone is in pairing mode. Make sure that the phone is fully-charged. Off The phone is completely pushed on ....
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...scans all Bluetooth headset devices within range, then displays them in "pair-link mode". Acer VCM automatically pairs the phone to the notebook, then changes the phone status to your notebook. Press the Bluetooth connection/pairing button for three seconds. If you have not paired any... previously paired Bluetooth headset device shows "Read to your notebook: 1. To connect the phone to "Default Use". Right-click the Acer VCM icon on . 2. from the list, then click Connect. Otherwise, any Bluetooth headset devices with a...
...scans all Bluetooth headset devices within range, then displays them in "pair-link mode". Acer VCM automatically pairs the phone to the notebook, then changes the phone status to your notebook. Press the Bluetooth connection/pairing button for three seconds. If you have not paired any... previously paired Bluetooth headset device shows "Read to your notebook: 1. To connect the phone to "Default Use". Right-click the Acer VCM icon on . 2. from the list, then click Connect. Otherwise, any Bluetooth headset devices with a...
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English 40 Note: Click Rescan if the Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone does not appear on . There is no need to the notebook each time you turn the phone on the list. After pairing, Acer VCM automatically connects the phone to connect the phone again.
English 40 Note: Click Rescan if the Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone does not appear on . There is no need to the notebook each time you turn the phone on the list. After pairing, Acer VCM automatically connects the phone to connect the phone again.
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...Every time you turn the phone on the phone blinks slowly. When linked, the Bluetooth connection/pairing indicator on , Acer VCM automatically links it is linked to the notebook. English 41 Using the phone You can only receive/answer Internet calls through the phone when it to the phone ...speaker so you receive an Internet call . The incoming call voice automatically diverts to the notebook. Refer to hands-free mode, rotate the phone flip counterclockwise, then press the speakerphone button . Note: You can use the phone in...
...Every time you turn the phone on the phone blinks slowly. When linked, the Bluetooth connection/pairing indicator on , Acer VCM automatically links it is linked to the notebook. English 41 Using the phone You can only receive/answer Internet calls through the phone when it to the phone ...speaker so you receive an Internet call . The incoming call voice automatically diverts to the notebook. Refer to hands-free mode, rotate the phone flip counterclockwise, then press the speakerphone button . Note: You can use the phone in...
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Acer GridVista offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by ... this function, please go to set up: English 42 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on the same screen. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to complete the process. Finally, click Apply to...
Acer GridVista offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by ... this function, please go to set up: English 42 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on the same screen. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to complete the process. Finally, click Apply to...
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...it is not necessary to complete the installation of your communication software (e.g. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. I want to set up, you first turn on the printer. To properly use the internal modem. Note: Please note, on... version, the operating system and language you choose when you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is turned on first booting your notebook, that you can proceed with the original software content that the printer cable is installed when you purchase your...
...it is not necessary to complete the installation of your communication software (e.g. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. I want to set up, you first turn on the printer. To properly use the internal modem. Note: Please note, on... version, the operating system and language you choose when you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is turned on first booting your notebook, that you can proceed with the original software content that the printer cable is installed when you purchase your...
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... 55 Remote control If your power option settings. Button functions may change depending on the current mode. Pushing the Arcade button again will put your notebook into Standby mode. Push it again at any time to return to the main menu. See below for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the...
... 55 Remote control If your power option settings. Button functions may change depending on the current mode. Pushing the Arcade button again will put your notebook into Standby mode. Push it again at any time to return to the main menu. See below for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the...
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.... then press and release the power button. then press and release the power button. If you are using one to secure the computer. English 73 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around When you are ready to use the computer again...
.... then press and release the power button. then press and release the power button. If you are using one to secure the computer. English 73 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around When you are ready to use the computer again...
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... secures your computer against unauthorized use . Combine the use of this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with password checkpoints on page 83. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use . Some keyless models are also available. Learn how to...
... secures your computer against unauthorized use . Combine the use of this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with password checkpoints on page 83. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use . Some keyless models are also available. Learn how to...
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... in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. Warning! English 79 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you are working. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with digital phone lines. To...
... in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. Warning! English 79 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you are working. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with digital phone lines. To...
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... to run it. Your computer is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; then ... gently press it down until it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. while the notebook PC logo is being displayed. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; English 83 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if...
... to run it. Your computer is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; then ... gently press it down until it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. while the notebook PC logo is being displayed. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; English 83 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if...
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... order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective...
... order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective...