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... sources of PCMCIA & Express Slot Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the slot. CAUTION for Dummy Card of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Keep this product from the computer. Turning the...product off before cleaning Unplug this document for future reference. Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the wall outlet before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. Follow all power cords from dust, metal object, or other particles. When you need...
... sources of PCMCIA & Express Slot Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the slot. CAUTION for Dummy Card of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Keep this product from the computer. Turning the...product off before cleaning Unplug this document for future reference. Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the wall outlet before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. Follow all power cords from dust, metal object, or other particles. When you need...
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...where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is equipped with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of any ...heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of the equipment plugged into a non-grounded power outlet. The overall system load must not be placed near water. • Do not place this product through cabinet slots as they may touch ...
...where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is equipped with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of any ...heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of the equipment plugged into a non-grounded power outlet. The overall system load must not be placed near water. • Do not place this product through cabinet slots as they may touch ...
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... expose it in performance, indicating a need to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Failure to follow these guidelines may expose you to replace the power cord set . For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of a new battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled... into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. v Note: The grounding pin ...
... expose it in performance, indicating a need to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Failure to follow these guidelines may expose you to replace the power cord set . For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of a new battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled... into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. v Note: The grounding pin ...
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... off position use , consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. Products that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for power management: • Activate display' Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity. • Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity....prolonged use . has determined that earn the ENERGY STAR 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.
... off position use , consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. Products that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for power management: • Activate display' Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity. • Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity....prolonged use . has determined that earn the ENERGY STAR 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.
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poster helps you get started with setting up your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off To turn on the screen ...first. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. Your guides To help you to be more on AcerSystem ...the Just for Starters... xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your new computer. The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and ...
poster helps you get started with setting up your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off To turn on the screen ...first. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. Your guides To help you to be more on AcerSystem ...the Just for Starters... xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your new computer. The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and ...
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... you take care of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. xiv To turn it . • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator... cord if you are some ways to shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey + . If you cannot power off , do not pull on the cord itself but pull on uneven surfaces. Note: If you turn off the computer and want to turn the...
... you take care of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. xiv To turn it . • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator... cord if you are some ways to shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey + . If you cannot power off , do not pull on the cord itself but pull on uneven surfaces. Note: If you turn off the computer and want to turn the...
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.... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. 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 Here are...
.... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. 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 Here are...
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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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... Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for selected models) • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs 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. •...
... Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for selected models) • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs 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. •...
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..., or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you want your power management options. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology...list. 2 Click "Apply". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to adjust...
..., or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you want your power management options. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology...list. 2 Click "Apply". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to adjust...
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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 delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
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... 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. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /... Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.
... 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. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /... Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.
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...used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for more details. 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your computer. 10 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 11 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of... the computer's functions and components. 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 ...
...used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for more details. 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your computer. 10 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 11 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of... the computer's functions and components. 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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HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed up. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed up. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
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... Technology" on page 1. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Launches Acer ePower Management in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . Press any key to access most of the... hold the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + + + + + + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle ...
... Technology" on page 1. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Launches Acer ePower Management in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . Press any key to access most of the... hold the key before pressing the other key in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + + + + + + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle ...
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Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk and press + + to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Press + (increase)... I turned on . Remove or replace it is being supplied to the appropriate resolution. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up the "Display Properties" dialog box. Image is set to the computer. Then click on the battery...
Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk and press + + to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. Press + (increase)... I turned on . Remove or replace it is being supplied to the appropriate resolution. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up the "Display Properties" dialog box. Image is set to the computer. Then click on the battery...
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.... I want to the line- Check the following: • Make sure that the infrared port is a mechanical eject hole on the taskbar. out port on the power. Nothing should be muted. Check the following : If it is a clear path between the two infrared ports. English 42 No audio is a slot-load model...
.... I want to the line- Check the following: • Make sure that the infrared port is a mechanical eject hole on the taskbar. out port on the power. Nothing should be muted. Check the following : If it is a clear path between the two infrared ports. English 42 No audio is a slot-load model...
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...when you restore the C: drive with the Internet Connection setup. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is set up all data files before using this... Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Click on the printer. English 43 • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on first booting your notebook, that...
...when you restore the C: drive with the Internet Connection setup. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is set up all data files before using this... Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Click on the printer. English 43 • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on first booting your notebook, that...
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...• Delivers a battery-low warning. However, recharging with time and 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 ...computer's battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your dealer for the first time, there is recharged whenever you should follow: ...
...• Delivers a battery-low warning. However, recharging with time and 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 ...computer's battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your dealer for the first time, there is recharged whenever you should follow: ...