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... Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 19 Base view 20 Specifications 21...
... Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 19 Base view 20 Specifications 21...
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... your system. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you to reset it except by default in the upper half of your screen, it . Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it...to do so. Actual product specifications may vary. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eAudio Management allows you must initialize the Empowering Technology password....
... your system. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you to reset it except by default in the upper half of your screen, it . Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it...to do so. Actual product specifications may vary. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eAudio Management allows you must initialize the Empowering Technology password....
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...You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. You can also create customized power plans....as required. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". View and adjust settings for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your computer to use. 5 Click "OK...
...You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. You can also create customized power plans....as required. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". View and adjust settings for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your computer to use. 5 Click "OK...
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If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings.
If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings.
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... Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). ExpressCard/54 slot Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. port based network. 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 18 Left view English 1 # Icon 1 2 3 DVI-D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Item Kensington lock slot Description Connects to...
... Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). ExpressCard/54 slot Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. port based network. 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 18 Left view English 1 # Icon 1 2 3 DVI-D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Item Kensington lock slot Description Connects to...
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English 20 Base view 1 2 6 3 4 5 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 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.
English 20 Base view 1 2 6 3 4 5 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 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.
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...Virtual Speaker delivers a 5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from any pair of your Windows system. Dolby Digital Live Found in PC and console-based video game applications, Dolby Digital Live converts any stereo signal into five-channel, full-range surround sound. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro ...Volume Mixer icon in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment. English 35 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from just two speakers.
...Virtual Speaker delivers a 5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from any pair of your Windows system. Dolby Digital Live Found in PC and console-based video game applications, Dolby Digital Live converts any stereo signal into five-channel, full-range surround sound. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro ...Volume Mixer icon in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment. English 35 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from just two speakers.
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect your network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on your computer to an Ethernet-based network. English 72 Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to a network jack or hub on the chassis of the computer to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect your network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on your computer to an Ethernet-based network. English 72 Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to a network jack or hub on the chassis of the computer to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources.
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The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks ...: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. English 75 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover;
The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks ...: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. English 75 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover;
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.../or data. Note: The antenna is positioned at 90 degrees to the antenna body. 1 2 3 3 To ensure good reception, the antenna can be positioned on the base of the antenna unit also allows you to improve the quality of the reception. Warning! Do not place the magnet near the hard disk drive...
.../or data. Note: The antenna is positioned at 90 degrees to the antenna body. 1 2 3 3 To ensure good reception, the antenna can be positioned on the base of the antenna unit also allows you to improve the quality of the reception. Warning! Do not place the magnet near the hard disk drive...
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.... 2 External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- # Icon Item Description based network (for both desktop and mobile use, Express Cards use the same 86x54mm footprint. Note: Express Cards are 5mm thick like Type II PC Cards...
.... 2 External display (VGA) Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- # Icon Item Description based network (for both desktop and mobile use, Express Cards use the same 86x54mm footprint. Note: Express Cards are 5mm thick like Type II PC Cards...
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Base view # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 5 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to -read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. 12 Chapter 1 cooling fan Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Indicators The computer has several easy-to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
Base view # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 5 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to -read status indicators. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed. 12 Chapter 1 cooling fan Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Indicators The computer has several easy-to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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... extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to location-based networks intelligently. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eNet Management hooks up to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of...
... extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to location-based networks intelligently. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eNet Management hooks up to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of...
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For additional power options, click "More Power option". Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is implemented in the system, your computer's display to the time shown in the "Remaining Battery Life" field. If auto-detection hardware is connected to the system. 22 Chapter 1 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5.
For additional power options, click "More Power option". Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is implemented in the system, your computer's display to the time shown in the "Remaining Battery Life" field. If auto-detection hardware is connected to the system. 22 Chapter 1 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to an external device or project using the hot key: Fn + F5.
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... LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Specification Broadcom 5787 10/100/1000 Ethernet Giga LAN RJ45 Left side Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 Modem Interface Item Data modem data baud rate (bps) Supports modem protocol Modem connector type...
... LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Specification Broadcom 5787 10/100/1000 Ethernet Giga LAN RJ45 Left side Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI 2.0 PCI v2.2 Modem Interface Item Data modem data baud rate (bps) Supports modem protocol Modem connector type...
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... Boot : Network Boot : F12 Boot Menu : Wake On Lan : D2D Recovery : [19 :03:49] [04/25/2007] 634 KB 766 MB [256 MB] Shows system base memory size Shows extended memory size [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Specific Help , , or selects field. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your...
... Boot : Network Boot : F12 Boot Menu : Wake On Lan : D2D Recovery : [19 :03:49] [04/25/2007] 634 KB 766 MB [256 MB] Shows system base memory size Shows extended memory size [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Specific Help , , or selects field. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your...
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... Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 215 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus Enable cache before system BIOS shadow...
... Test DRAM refresh Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Enable A20 line Autosize DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 215 KB base RAM RAM failure on address line xxxx RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus Enable cache before system BIOS shadow...