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...input rating. • This product's AC adapter is used , the load should never be operated from the type of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the power cord. If you are used with a three-wire grounded plug. If power strips are not ...blocked by plugging in a grounded power outlet. The plug only fits in too many devices. iv Warnings • Do not use it from lithium battery pack. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to ensure reliable operation of power indicated on the cord. •...
...input rating. • This product's AC adapter is used , the load should never be operated from the type of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the power cord. If you are used with a three-wire grounded plug. If power strips are not ...blocked by plugging in a grounded power outlet. The plug only fits in too many devices. iv Warnings • Do not use it from lithium battery pack. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to ensure reliable operation of power indicated on the cord. •...
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... present a risk of fire or explosion. Keep them in fire. Follow local regulations when disposing of another battery may explode if not handled properly. If you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Warning! Do not disassemble or dispose of them away... from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may interfere with the performance of other controls may result in performance, indicating a need to ...
... present a risk of fire or explosion. Keep them in fire. Follow local regulations when disposing of another battery may explode if not handled properly. If you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Warning! Do not disassemble or dispose of them away... from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may interfere with the performance of other controls may result in performance, indicating a need to ...
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... Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not operate normally please refer ... regulations. If either of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing...
... Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not operate normally please refer ... regulations. If either of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing...
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... xiii Taking care of 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 (for selected models) 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eLock Management (for selected models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management (for selected...
... xiii Taking care of 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 (for selected models) 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eLock Management (for selected models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management (for selected...
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... Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 35 Set playback as digital output 35 Using the system utilities 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 39 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 ...ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level 46 Optimising battery life 46 Battery-low warning 47 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 ...
... Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 35 Set playback as digital output 35 Using the system utilities 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 39 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 ...ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level 46 Optimising battery life 46 Battery-low warning 47 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 ...
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... Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. (for selected models) • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. (for selected models) • Acer eAudio Management allows you will be asked to do so. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for general reference only. Displayed...
... Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. (for selected models) • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. (for selected models) • Acer eAudio Management allows you will be asked to do so. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for general reference only. Displayed...
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... CPU speed. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management models) (for selected Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for...
... CPU speed. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management models) (for selected Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for...
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... delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. 5 Empowering Technology 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit... 2 Adjust settings as required. 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings.
... delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. 5 Empowering Technology 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit... 2 Adjust settings as required. 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings.
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 20 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 20 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
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... MXM card • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 53.28 W 4800 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter (for selected models) • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3-hour charge-in -use Wake...; WLAN: • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology (for selected models) • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode ...
... MXM card • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 53.28 W 4800 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 65 W AC adapter (for selected models) • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3-hour charge-in -use Wake...; WLAN: • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology (for selected models) • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode ...
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... support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control keys • Empowering Key • Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ I/O interface • ExpressCard™/54 slot • 5-in-1 card reader (SD™/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • Four ...; DC-in jack for AC adapter Options and accessories • Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • Acer Media Center remote control • 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • 3-pin...
... support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control keys • Empowering Key • Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ I/O interface • ExpressCard™/54 slot • 5-in-1 card reader (SD™/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • Four ...; DC-in jack for AC adapter Options and accessories • Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • Acer Media Center remote control • 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • 3-pin...
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Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is closed up. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.
Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is closed up. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.
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... might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to save power. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it may be too low. If it with a system disk and press + + to resume. Remove or replace it is crossed-out, click on... are provided for each one. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be muted. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low....
... might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to save power. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it may be too low. If it with a system disk and press + + to resume. Remove or replace it is crossed-out, click on... are provided for each one. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be muted. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low....
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... turned off results in -use . Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. To maximize your dealer for the first ...extra fully charged battery pack available as backup. English 44 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears...
... turned off results in -use . Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. To maximize your dealer for the first ...extra fully charged battery pack available as backup. English 44 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears...
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...°F) or above . • Frequent use; To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of about 300 charges. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. Failure to its effective life. If you want to accept the ...the computer is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that ...
...°F) or above . • Frequent use; To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of about 300 charges. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. Failure to its effective life. If you want to accept the ...the computer is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that ...
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...cycle and improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to draw power (for selected model). • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is 10°C (50°F) to follow the suggestions set out below:...to operate your AC adapter and battery. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. You can continue to see the battery's present charge level. English 46 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to a mains ...
...cycle and improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to draw power (for selected model). • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is 10°C (50°F) to follow the suggestions set out below:...to operate your AC adapter and battery. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. You can continue to see the battery's present charge level. English 46 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to a mains ...
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...Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. 4. Replace the battery pack. 5. English Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Resume work . You have no spare battery pack. 1. Save all applications. 3. The AC adapter or a power outlet... Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. English 47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the mains power supply. 2. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to recharge...
...Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. 4. Replace the battery pack. 5. English Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Resume work . You have no spare battery pack. 1. Save all applications. 3. The AC adapter or a power outlet... Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. English 47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the mains power supply. 2. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to recharge...
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... moving from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. What to bring to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is turned off. Pressure against the top cover can prevent the computer from your office to your home or vice versa. To resume, open the... computer back on , the computer has entered Sleep mode. What to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in the meeting room. English 65 Note: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is...
... moving from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. What to bring to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is turned off. Pressure against the top cover can prevent the computer from your office to your home or vice versa. To resume, open the... computer back on , the computer has entered Sleep mode. What to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in the meeting room. English 65 Note: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is...
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...external keyboard, monitor or mouse. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's ...office building or traveling locally. Make sure that the battery in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Setting up a home office If you , leave the computer in the trunk ...
...external keyboard, monitor or mouse. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's ...office building or traveling locally. Make sure that the battery in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Setting up a home office If you , leave the computer in the trunk ...
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.... Traveling internationally with the computer. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as when traveling with the computer When you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are moving from country to protect your computer while traveling: • Always take the computer as carry...
.... Traveling internationally with the computer. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as when traveling with the computer When you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are moving from country to protect your computer while traveling: • Always take the computer as carry...