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.... Replace the battery with your product. Do not disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as that which came bundled with the same type as opening or removing covers may expose you need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions...
.... Replace the battery with your product. Do not disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as that which came bundled with the same type as opening or removing covers may expose you need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions...
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... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on AcerSystem User's Guide. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for the location...
... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on AcerSystem User's Guide. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the power button. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for the location...
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Using a computer security lock 39 Audio 40 Adjusting the volume 40 Using the system utilities 41 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 41 Launch Manager 42 Norton Internet Security 43 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51...
Using a computer security lock 39 Audio 40 Adjusting the volume 40 Using the system utilities 41 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 41 Launch Manager 42 Norton Internet Security 43 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51...
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... (FIR) (for selected models) 72 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 73 IEEE 1394 port (for selected models) 73 PC Card slot 74 ExpressCard (for selected models) 75 Installing memory 76 BIOS utility 77 Boot sequence 77 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 77 Password 77 Using software 78 Playing DVD movies 78 Power management 79 Acer eRecovery Management 80 Create backup 80 Burn backup disc 81 Restore and recovery 81 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.81 Troubleshooting 83 Troubleshooting tips 83 Error messages 83
... (FIR) (for selected models) 72 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 73 IEEE 1394 port (for selected models) 73 PC Card slot 74 ExpressCard (for selected models) 75 Installing memory 76 BIOS utility 77 Boot sequence 77 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 77 Password 77 Using software 78 Playing DVD movies 78 Power management 79 Acer eRecovery Management 80 Create backup 80 Burn backup disc 81 Restore and recovery 81 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.81 Troubleshooting 83 Troubleshooting tips 83 Error messages 83
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... makes it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management...
... makes it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management...
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... power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you wish to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. You can open Windows power options...
... power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you wish to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. You can open Windows power options...
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... external display is connected to the system. Empowering Technology 6 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you need to use an external resolution that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting. For projectors and external devices that is implemented in the system and the external display supports it, your computer's display to an external display device or projector using Display Properties or the utility provided by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey...
... external display is connected to the system. Empowering Technology 6 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you need to use an external resolution that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting. For projectors and external devices that is implemented in the system and the external display supports it, your computer's display to an external display device or projector using Display Properties or the utility provided by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey...
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To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set , you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to any of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. Make sure to reset it except by reformatting your system. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any reboot necessary, and will immediately be set without any other removable storage devices that...
To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set , you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to any of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. Make sure to reset it except by reformatting your system. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any reboot necessary, and will immediately be set without any other removable storage devices that...
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Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. These settings include: Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place...
Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. These settings include: Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place...
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's battery pack. English 20 # Icon Item 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Base view # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan 3 Hard disk bay 4 Memory compartment 5 Battery release latch 6 Battery bay Description Locks the battery in position. Helps keep the computer cool. Powers the computer. Houses the...
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Releases the battery for removal. Houses the computer's battery pack. English 20 # Icon Item 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Base view # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan 3 Hard disk bay 4 Memory compartment 5 Battery release latch 6 Battery bay Description Locks the battery in position. Helps keep the computer cool. Powers the computer. Houses the...
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... right (4) buttons located below the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. Tapping on the touchpad is sensitive to scroll up / down and move up or down /left or right a page. Tap once. dry and clean. The touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to finger movement; It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Tap...
... right (4) buttons located below the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. Tapping on the touchpad is sensitive to scroll up / down and move up or down /left or right a page. Tap once. dry and clean. The touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to finger movement; It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Tap...
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... on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; 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...
... on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; 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...
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...'s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 35 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer ePower Management in the hotkey combination. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. See "Acer eSettings Management" on hotkeys. + + + + + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display...
...'s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 35 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer ePower Management in the hotkey combination. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. See "Acer eSettings Management" on hotkeys. + + + + + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display...
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... is set to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Right-click on the screen. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to fill the computer display. If you are using on the screen. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to an external monitor. Resolutions lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to save power. I turned on an external monitor...
... is set to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Right-click on the screen. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to fill the computer display. If you are using on the screen. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to an external monitor. Resolutions lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to save power. I turned on an external monitor...
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... use the volume control buttons to a USB port on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be loose. If it is a mechanical eject hole on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. The printer does not work . English 46 No audio is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for more detail. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected...
... use the volume control buttons to a USB port on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be loose. If it is a mechanical eject hole on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. The printer does not work . English 46 No audio is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for more detail. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected...
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... your location. After the Operating System is set up, you purchase your notebook. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. HyperTerminal), you first turn on Dialing Rules and begin setting up all data will be erased.) It is important to the Windows manual. The...
... your location. After the Operating System is set up, you purchase your notebook. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. HyperTerminal), you first turn on Dialing Rules and begin setting up all data will be erased.) It is important to the Windows manual. The...
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... the power button. If you may choose to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if...
... the power button. If you may choose to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if...
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... encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this feature. Boot sequence To set this value to enable this utility. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Your computer is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. while the notebook PC logo is being displayed. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then...
... encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this feature. Boot sequence To set this value to enable this utility. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Your computer is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. while the notebook PC logo is being displayed. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then...
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... drivers. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. English 81 Burn backup disc Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the current system configuration, or an application backup image to CD or DVD. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button...
... drivers. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. English 81 Burn backup disc Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the current system configuration, or an application backup image to CD or DVD. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button...
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... K keyboard 33 embedded numeric keypad 33 hotkeys 35 lock keys 33 troubleshooting 46 Windows keys 34 L left view 16 M media access English Index A AC adapter caring for xiii audio adjusting the volume 40 troubleshooting 46 B battery pack battery-low warning 52 caring for xiv characteristics 49 charging 51 checking charge level 51 installing 50 low conditions 52 maximizing life 49 optimizing 51 removing 51 using the first time 49 BIOS utility 77 brightness hotkeys 36...
... K keyboard 33 embedded numeric keypad 33 hotkeys 35 lock keys 33 troubleshooting 46 Windows keys 34 L left view 16 M media access English Index A AC adapter caring for xiii audio adjusting the volume 40 troubleshooting 46 B battery pack battery-low warning 52 caring for xiv characteristics 49 charging 51 checking charge level 51 installing 50 low conditions 52 maximizing life 49 optimizing 51 removing 51 using the first time 49 BIOS utility 77 brightness hotkeys 36...