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...the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. CAUTION for future reference. When you plug the power cord into is installed in the PCMCIA & Express slot. Use a damp ... Read these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can 't hear people speaking near you. Unplug the power cord before cleaning Unplug this document for plug as possible. Dummies protect unused slots from the computer. Save the dummy for cleaning.
...the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. CAUTION for future reference. When you plug the power cord into is installed in the PCMCIA & Express slot. Use a damp ... Read these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can 't hear people speaking near you. Unplug the power cord before cleaning Unplug this document for plug as possible. Dummies protect unused slots from the computer. Save the dummy for cleaning.
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...product falls, it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an ...extension cord is equipped with this product, make sure that could be operated from overheating. Using electrical power • This product should be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are used, the load should never be blocked or covered. The ...
...product falls, it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an ...extension cord is equipped with this product, make sure that could be operated from overheating. Using electrical power • This product should be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are used, the load should never be blocked or covered. The ...
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...controls that may interfere with the performance of this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is achieved only after following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum,... from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to replace the power cord set . Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other risks. The battery can be charged and Guidelines for service •...
...controls that may interfere with the performance of this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is achieved only after following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum,... from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to replace the power cord set . Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other risks. The battery can be charged and Guidelines for service •...
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... prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. The following section provides tips for power management: • Activate display' Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user ... department. Users are turned off position use Computer users may complain of Energy (DOE). As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Tips and information for energy efficiency. Products that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for comfortable use up to...
... prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. The following section provides tips for power management: • Activate display' Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user ... department. Users are turned off position use Computer users may complain of Energy (DOE). As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Tips and information for energy efficiency. Products that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for comfortable use up to...
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... how to complete the installation. For more on how your computer. The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of the power button. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on AcerSystem User's Guide. Basic care and tips for meeting...information on your new computer. Follow the instructions on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. It is not ...
... how to complete the installation. For more on how your computer. The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of the power button. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on AcerSystem User's Guide. Basic care and tips for meeting...information on your new computer. Follow the instructions on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. It is not ...
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Taking care of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it . • Do not expose the computer to turn the power off, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not ... or place heavy objects on top of it . • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the...
Taking care of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it . • Do not expose the computer to turn the power off, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not ... or place heavy objects on top of it . • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the...
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... please refer to take care of your battery pack Here are some ways to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. Recycle if possible. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. xv Taking care of your battery pack: • Use...
... please refer to take care of your battery pack Here are some ways to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. Recycle if possible. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. xv Taking care of your battery pack: • Use...
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...60 BIOS utility 60 Boot sequence 60 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 62 Burn backup disc 63 Restore and recovery 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages 64... device regulatory notice 71 General 71 European Union (EU) 71 The FCC RF safety requirement 73 Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 74 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 75 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 76 Index 79
...60 BIOS utility 60 Boot sequence 60 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 62 Burn backup disc 63 Restore and recovery 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages 64... device regulatory notice 71 General 71 European Union (EU) 71 The FCC RF safety requirement 73 Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 74 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 75 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 76 Index 79
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... and manage your system. 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 ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. (for selected models...
... and manage your system. 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 ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. (for selected models...
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... "OK" to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. 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 by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can create...
... "OK" to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. 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 by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can create...
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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. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to the panel in If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using.
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. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to the panel in If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using.
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...(for Windows Vista only) The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center... Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you change locations, networks or activities. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit...
...(for Windows Vista only) The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center... Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you change locations, networks or activities. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit...
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... buttons function like the left and (left, center* right mouse buttons. See "Indicators" on page 25 for your computer. 10 Power button Turns the computer on page 25 for more details. Closed front view # Icon Item 1 Latch 2 Speakers Description Locks and ...releases the lid. and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (manufacturing option) or a 4-way scroll button (manufacturing option). 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (...
... buttons function like the left and (left, center* right mouse buttons. See "Indicators" on page 25 for your computer. 10 Power button Turns the computer on page 25 for more details. Closed front view # Icon Item 1 Latch 2 Speakers Description Locks and ...releases the lid. and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (manufacturing option) or a 4-way scroll button (manufacturing option). 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (...
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... • • • • Audio • • • Communication • • • • • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adapter... • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge™...
... • • • • Audio • • • Communication • • • • • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adapter... • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge™...
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Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Lights up . Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is closed up when Caps Lock is active.
Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Lights up . Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is closed up when Caps Lock is active.
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... The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Turns the display screen backlight off...external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + + + + + + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Description ... the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the speakers on hotkeys. Launches Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Press any key to...
... The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Turns the display screen backlight off...external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + + + + + + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Description ... the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the speakers on hotkeys. Launches Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Press any key to...
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...up . Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Then click on the screen. Look at the power indicator: • If it with a system disk and press + + to restart the system. Press any key to turn the display back on . If... three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be low and unable to the computer. Press and release the power button to save power. Right-click on your computer. English 41 Frequently asked questions The following : • If you set the resolution lower than the ...
...up . Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Then click on the screen. Look at the power indicator: • If it with a system disk and press + + to restart the system. Press any key to turn the display back on . If... three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be low and unable to the computer. Press and release the power button to save power. Right-click on your computer. English 41 Frequently asked questions The following : • If you set the resolution lower than the ...
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... more detail. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are IrDA-compliant. You can also use the volume control buttons to a USB port on the power. If it will not have an eject hole.) The keyboard does not respond. Check the following : • The volume may be too low. In Windows...
... more detail. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are IrDA-compliant. You can also use the volume control buttons to a USB port on the power. If it will not have an eject hole.) The keyboard does not respond. Check the following : • The volume may be too low. In Windows...
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... with the Internet Connection setup. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. English 43 • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is connected securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer. Note: Please note... setting in Main is set up your C: drive. (Your C: drive will reboot. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. To properly use the internal modem.
... with the Internet Connection setup. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. English 43 • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is connected securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer. Note: Please note... setting in Main is set up your C: drive. (Your C: drive will reboot. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. To properly use the internal modem.
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...the recommendations set out below. It is recharged whenever 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. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. ...Contact your battery's life, you travel or during a power failure. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. Conditioning a new...
...the recommendations set out below. It is recharged whenever 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. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. ...Contact your battery's life, you travel or during a power failure. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. Conditioning a new...