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... connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the wall outlet before connecting the power cord to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for cleaning. Dummies protect unused slots from the power supplies. Use a damp cloth for certain models...
... connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the wall outlet before connecting the power cord to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for cleaning. Dummies protect unused slots from the power supplies. Use a damp cloth for certain models...
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... (+) and negative (-) terminals of fire or explosion. Accidental short-circuiting can be susceptible to follow these guidelines may damage the battery or the connecting object. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. vi Guidelines for its intended purpose. Battery performance is damaged. Wireless devices may explode.
... (+) and negative (-) terminals of fire or explosion. Accidental short-circuiting can be susceptible to follow these guidelines may damage the battery or the connecting object. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. vi Guidelines for its intended purpose. Battery performance is damaged. Wireless devices may explode.
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... needs. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide. Follow the instructions on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Your guides To help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Please refre to "Quick Guide" for the location of guides: First off To turn on the screen...
... needs. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide. Follow the instructions on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Your guides To help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Please refre to "Quick Guide" for the location of guides: First off To turn on the screen...
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...reader) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/ multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows...
...reader) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/ multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows...
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... International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 46 Before you call 46 Troubleshooting 47 Troubleshooting tips 47 Error messages 47 Regulations and safety notices 48 FCC statement 48 Modem notices (only for selected models) 39 To connect the digital antenna 39 Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 40 BIOS utility 41 Boot sequence 41 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 54 LCD panel ergonomic specifications...
... International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 46 Before you call 46 Troubleshooting 47 Troubleshooting tips 47 Error messages 47 Regulations and safety notices 48 FCC statement 48 Modem notices (only for selected models) 39 To connect the digital antenna 39 Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 40 BIOS utility 41 Boot sequence 41 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 54 LCD panel ergonomic specifications...
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... be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. English 2 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons. • Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. • Press the left and right buttons on a mouse. rest your touchpad. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is the same as double-clicking a mouse button); The exact configuration of your fingers - Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly...
... be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. English 2 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons. • Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. • Press the left and right buttons on a mouse. rest your touchpad. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is the same as double-clicking a mouse button); The exact configuration of your fingers - Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly...
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... indicated by small characters located on Type the letters in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). It is in a embedded keypad. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. normal manner. * only for certain models cursor-control keys. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key...
... indicated by small characters located on Type the letters in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). It is in a embedded keypad. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. normal manner. * only for certain models cursor-control keys. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key...
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English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. It can also be used with other 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 computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box...
English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. It can also be used with other 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 computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box...
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... as you need to. If you wish to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you will open the Welcome screen; Click the + button and follow the onscreen instructions: 1 Select the content you want to the following screen. Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on certain models. English 9 Acer Backup Manager Note: This feature is a simple three-step process that allows you to create backup copies...
... as you need to. If you wish to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you will open the Welcome screen; Click the + button and follow the onscreen instructions: 1 Select the content you want to the following screen. Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on certain models. English 9 Acer Backup Manager Note: This feature is a simple three-step process that allows you to create backup copies...
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... the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to power-saving modes. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your computer. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of your previous settings. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is only...
... the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to power-saving modes. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your computer. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of your previous settings. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is only...
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... the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can select which device to boot from the optical drive once the restore is only available on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Restart your computer. English 14 Restore Windows from your previously burned backup discs, you will need to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models.
... the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can select which device to boot from the optical drive once the restore is only available on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Restart your computer. English 14 Restore Windows from your previously burned backup discs, you will need to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models.
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... the restore. 9 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is the highest priority. 6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ENTER key to Exit Saving Changes. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to move other devices to a lower boot...
... the restore. 9 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is the highest priority. 6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ENTER key to Exit Saving Changes. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to move other devices to a lower boot...
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..., photos, DVD movies and videos. connect to other devices wirelessly to enjoy. • Cinema - change settings, update your hard disk or removable media • Music - Note: For more detailed information on certain models. listen to music files in a variety of Acer Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. Acer Arcade Deluxe is only available on the features of formats • Online Media - This can be accessed from YouTube...
..., photos, DVD movies and videos. connect to other devices wirelessly to enjoy. • Cinema - change settings, update your hard disk or removable media • Music - Note: For more detailed information on certain models. listen to music files in a variety of Acer Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. Acer Arcade Deluxe is only available on the features of formats • Online Media - This can be accessed from YouTube...
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...Start then click on Shut Down. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you may choose to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover...from external accessories: 1 Save any open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock ...
...Start then click on Shut Down. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you may choose to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover...from external accessories: 1 Save any open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock ...
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... security slot for maximum security. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of . Some keyless models are also available. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for maximum security. • Password on page 41. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. See "BIOS utility" on Boot secures your dealer or an authorized service center...
... security slot for maximum security. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of . Some keyless models are also available. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for maximum security. • Password on page 41. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. See "BIOS utility" on Boot secures your dealer or an authorized service center...
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.... Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set , a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS utility. Important! English 32 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set and the password on...
.... Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set , a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS utility. Important! English 32 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set and the password on...
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... for certain models) Your computer has a built-in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. (only for the country in which you would with digital phone lines. English 33 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to the computer...
... for certain models) Your computer has a built-in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. (only for the country in which you would with digital phone lines. English 33 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to the computer...
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... your computer to install and use the card, and its functions. Not all -digital audio/video interface. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. ExpressCard (only for certain models) The ExpressCard is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters. Important! Use the HDMI port on your card's manual for details on...
... your computer to install and use the card, and its functions. Not all -digital audio/video interface. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. ExpressCard (only for certain models) The ExpressCard is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters. Important! Use the HDMI port on your card's manual for details on...
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... run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to run it. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select...
... run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to run it. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select...
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... be set to an external monitor. Check the following: • The volume may be too low. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it with a system disk and press + + to resume. English 43 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your computer. Remove or replace it is not lit, no power is being supplied to adjust the brightness level. • The display device...
... be set to an external monitor. Check the following: • The volume may be too low. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it with a system disk and press + + to resume. English 43 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your computer. Remove or replace it is not lit, no power is being supplied to adjust the brightness level. • The display device...