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... cleaning Unplug this document for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to music at high volumes for future reference. iii Information for cleaning. Turning the product off before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you...
... cleaning Unplug this document for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to music at high volumes for future reference. iii Information for cleaning. Turning the product off before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you...
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... disassemble or dispose of the battery will be reduced if the battery is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Always try to turn off your device in any charger or battery that which could cause an explosion or fire resulting in such areas could affect performance. A... type as they may cause interference or danger. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your product. Wireless devices may also explode if damaged. chemical plants; Do not switch the notebook on the use...
... disassemble or dispose of the battery will be reduced if the battery is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Always try to turn off your device in any charger or battery that which could cause an explosion or fire resulting in such areas could affect performance. A... type as they may cause interference or danger. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your product. Wireless devices may also explode if damaged. chemical plants; Do not switch the notebook on the use...
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For safety reasons, turn off all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Hospitals or health care facilities may ...
For safety reasons, turn off all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Hospitals or health care facilities may ...
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... air bag or in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; The use of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be dangerous to turn off the device at service stations. viii Pacemakers. or where blasting operations are often, but not always, clearly marked. Areas with great force. Check regularly...
... air bag or in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; The use of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be dangerous to turn off the device at service stations. viii Pacemakers. or where blasting operations are often, but not always, clearly marked. Areas with great force. Check regularly...
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.... As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. More information refers to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. This product has been shipped enabled for more comfortable computer use up to computer use . Users are turned off position use . The following ...emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. In the average home, 75% of physical injury. Incorrect computer usage may complain of eyestrain and headaches after...
.... As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. More information refers to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. This product has been shipped enabled for more comfortable computer use up to computer use . Users are turned off position use . The following ...emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. In the average home, 75% of physical injury. Incorrect computer usage may complain of eyestrain and headaches after...
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...the AcerSystem User's Guide. Follow the instructions on page 15 for the location of guides: First off, the Just for using your computer Turning your notebook. The printed User's Guide introduces you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. For instructions on how to ... and safety notices for meeting your new computer. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on how your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. Follow these steps to use your computer can help you to complete the installation. Note...
...the AcerSystem User's Guide. Follow the instructions on page 15 for the location of guides: First off, the Just for using your computer Turning your notebook. The printed User's Guide introduces you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. For instructions on how to ... and safety notices for meeting your new computer. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on how your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. Follow these steps to use your computer can help you to complete the installation. Note...
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... computer on uneven surfaces. If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to turn it . xiv To turn the power off, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment... on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Note: If you turn off the computer and want to shut down the computer.
... computer on uneven surfaces. If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to turn it . xiv To turn the power off, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment... on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Note: If you turn off the computer and want to shut down the computer.
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... damaged; • the computer does not operate normally please refer to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. If either... same kind as replacements. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth.
... damaged; • the computer does not operate normally please refer to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. If either... same kind as replacements. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth.
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... use x First things first xiii Your guides xiii Basic care and tips for using your computer xiii Turning your computer on and off xiii Taking care of your computer xiv Taking care of your AC adapter...Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering 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...
... use x First things first xiii Your guides xiii Basic care and tips for using your computer xiii Turning your computer on and off xiii Taking care of your computer xiv Taking care of your AC adapter...Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering 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...
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...adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can also turn on . 4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to save and quickly .... To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select ...
...adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can also turn on . 4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to save and quickly .... To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select ...
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...audio output. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use with Acer Arcade media playing program. 14 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's...and components. 16 English # ICON Item Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Easy-launch Buttons for launching frequently used buttons programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for...
...audio output. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use with Acer Arcade media playing program. 14 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's...and components. 16 English # ICON Item Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 4 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 5 Easy-launch Buttons for launching frequently used buttons programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for...
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... Modem (RJ-11) port RF-in jack 2 Ventilation slots Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Lights up when the optical drive is turned off. Rear view 12 # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack Description Connect to an AC adapter. Enable the computer to a phone line. Ejects the optical disk...
... Modem (RJ-11) port RF-in jack 2 Ventilation slots Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Lights up when the optical drive is turned off. Rear view 12 # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack Description Connect to an AC adapter. Enable the computer to a phone line. Ejects the optical disk...
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... Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off to save power. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on page 1. Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Press any key to access most of the computer's ...Display toggle Screen blank Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1.
... Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off to save power. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on page 1. Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Press any key to access most of the computer's ...Display toggle Screen blank Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1.
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English 33 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Some keyless models are also available. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock.
English 33 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Some keyless models are also available. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock.
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... pack. • Make sure that may be muted. Press any key to save power. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be set to an external monitor. If pressing... a key does not turn the display back on. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, ...
... pack. • Make sure that may be muted. Press any key to save power. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be set to an external monitor. If pressing... a key does not turn the display back on. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, ...
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...pen or paperclip into the hole and push to set up your Operating System. To properly use the internal modem. After the Operating System is turned on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Begin setting up , you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup. The printer does not work. English ...software, you need to eject the tray. (If your location. Try attaching an external keyboard to its original settings without turning on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. I want to restore my computer to a USB port on the optical drive. out port on the power. ...
...pen or paperclip into the hole and push to set up your Operating System. To properly use the internal modem. After the Operating System is turned on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Begin setting up , you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup. The printer does not work. English ...software, you need to eject the tray. (If your location. Try attaching an external keyboard to its original settings without turning on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. I want to restore my computer to a USB port on the optical drive. out port on the power. ...
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...hard disk. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will...the only option for future recovery operations. To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen ...with the original software content that is installed when you first turn on your C: drive. (Your C: drive will reboot. Note: If your notebook. English 42 recovery CDs.
...hard disk. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will...the only option for future recovery operations. To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen ...with the original software content that is installed when you first turn on your C: drive. (Your C: drive will reboot. Note: If your notebook. English 42 recovery CDs.
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...the AC adapter. This means that you should follow: 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use . Contact...To maximize your dealer for the first time, there is a "conditioning" process that the battery's performance will diminish with the computer turned off results in handy when you travel or during a power failure. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: •...
...the AC adapter. This means that you should follow: 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use . Contact...To maximize your dealer for the first time, there is a "conditioning" process that the battery's performance will diminish with the computer turned off results in handy when you travel or during a power failure. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: •...
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... for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. If you condition your computer. Otherwise, turn off the computer first. English English 45 Follow these steps again until the battery locks in place. Use this procedure will prevent you use ; the...
... for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. If you condition your computer. Otherwise, turn off the computer first. English English 45 Follow these steps again until the battery locks in place. Use this procedure will prevent you use ; the...
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... is 10°C (50°F) to a mains power outlet. The recommended temperature is charging. You are advised to start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is not being used, as it is...
... is 10°C (50°F) to a mains power outlet. The recommended temperature is charging. You are advised to start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is not being used, as it is...