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... or trademarks are registered trademarks of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are used herein for a particular purpose. All correspondence concerning your computer. Extensa Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of Acer Incorporated. Acer Incorporated. Changes may be liable for a...Reserved. Such changes will be made periodically to the information in any form or by any person of this publication. Extensa Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 08/2008 This company makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, with...
... or trademarks are registered trademarks of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are used herein for a particular purpose. All correspondence concerning your computer. Extensa Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of Acer Incorporated. Acer Incorporated. Changes may be liable for a...Reserved. Such changes will be made periodically to the information in any form or by any person of this publication. Extensa Series Generic User Guide Original Issue: 08/2008 This company makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, with...
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... attempt to service this product. • Use the product only with the performance of other controls may expose you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. If the battery leaks and you come into the product • the product was spilled into Do not pierce, open or...
... attempt to service this product. • Use the product only with the performance of other controls may expose you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. If the battery leaks and you come into the product • the product was spilled into Do not pierce, open or...
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...strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery in fire. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Battery performance is fully charged. Do... of batteries in summer or winter. vi contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with Acer approved chargers designated for this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your product. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Do...
...strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery in fire. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Battery performance is fully charged. Do... of batteries in summer or winter. vi contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with Acer approved chargers designated for this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your product. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Do...
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... turn off the device at refueling points such as grain, dust or metal powders. Using your vehicle is prohibited. chemical plants; Do not switch the notebook on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or...
... turn off the device at refueling points such as grain, dust or metal powders. Using your vehicle is prohibited. chemical plants; Do not switch the notebook on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or...
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...coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms, or any other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of a computer. Incorrect computer usage may complain ... carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. Tips and information for energy efficiency. x ENERGY STAR is applicable only to Acer notebooks with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in the bottom right-hand corner of the palm rest. In the average home, 75% of all...
...coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms, or any other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of a computer. Incorrect computer usage may complain ... carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. Tips and information for energy efficiency. x ENERGY STAR is applicable only to Acer notebooks with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in the bottom right-hand corner of the palm rest. In the average home, 75% of all...
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...needs. xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your safety and comfort. For instructions on how your notebook. Information for meeting your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in Portable ...and the general regulations and safety notices for errors contained in these guides shall constitute a representation or warranty by Acer with setting up your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are only...
...needs. xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your safety and comfort. For instructions on how your notebook. Information for meeting your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in Portable ...and the general regulations and safety notices for errors contained in these guides shall constitute a representation or warranty by Acer with setting up your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are only...
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... (only for certain models) 18 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Frequently asked questions 22 Requesting service 25 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25 Before you call 25 Battery pack 26 Battery ... 27 Charging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook PC with you 30 Disconnecting from the desktop 30 Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+ 30 Moving around 30 Preparing the computer 30 What to bring to meetings 31 Taking the...
... (only for certain models) 18 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Frequently asked questions 22 Requesting service 25 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25 Before you call 25 Battery pack 26 Battery ... 27 Charging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook PC with you 30 Disconnecting from the desktop 30 Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+ 30 Moving around 30 Preparing the computer 30 What to bring to meetings 31 Taking the...
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... give users one-touch access to protection and manageability features for impressive presentations. • Sync key - runs the Windows® lock function to lock the notebook when you only need to swipe your finger to work. • Lock key - Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function... prepares the display for a more secure, smarter and easier way to log into Windows® again. • Presentation key - If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out.
... give users one-touch access to protection and manageability features for impressive presentations. • Sync key - runs the Windows® lock function to lock the notebook when you only need to swipe your finger to work. • Lock key - Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function... prepares the display for a more secure, smarter and easier way to log into Windows® again. • Presentation key - If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out.
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..., steady force on the FineTrack (1) to move the FineTrack. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the model purchased. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for reference only. Note: Illustrations for a security lock. These two FineTrack buttons are also available. Function Left button (2) Right...
..., steady force on the FineTrack (1) to move the FineTrack. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the model purchased. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for reference only. Note: Illustrations for a security lock. These two FineTrack buttons are also available. Function Left button (2) Right...
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... each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. Acer GridVista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. Acer GridVista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or ... selecting Personalize. To access this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models.
... each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. Acer GridVista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. Acer GridVista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or ... selecting Personalize. To access this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models.
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... is connected securely to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. If it is a mechanical eject hole on first booting your notebook, that the printer cable is set up your Operating System. Try attaching an external keyboard to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the...
... is connected securely to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. If it is a mechanical eject hole on first booting your notebook, that the printer cable is set up your Operating System. Try attaching an external keyboard to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the...
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... Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to its original settings without recovery CDs. English 24 I want to restore my computer to -disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make ...system will be erased.) It is important to perform system recovery. Note: If your system is installed when you first turn on your notebook. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is the multilingual version, the operating system and ...
... Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to its original settings without recovery CDs. English 24 I want to restore my computer to -disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make ...system will be erased.) It is important to perform system recovery. Note: If your system is installed when you first turn on your notebook. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is the multilingual version, the operating system and ...
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Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+ (only for certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any ... computer in Sleep mode. then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for example, from your office desk to a meeting room....of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any open the display; then press and release the power button. English 30 Taking your notebook PC with your computer.
Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+ (only for certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any ... computer in Sleep mode. then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for example, from your office desk to a meeting room....of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any open the display; then press and release the power button. English 30 Taking your notebook PC with your computer.
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... secures your computer from Hibernation for a security lock. English 34 Securing your Supervisor Password! Learn how to secure the lock. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your password, please get in touch with a Kensington-compatible security slot for maximum security. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of . Combine...
... secures your computer from Hibernation for a security lock. English 34 Securing your Supervisor Password! Learn how to secure the lock. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your password, please get in touch with a Kensington-compatible security slot for maximum security. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of . Combine...
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... which you would with digital phone lines. Warning! Please make sure that the cable you a complete mobile computing experience. English 36 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. Plugging this modem into a digital phone...
... which you would with digital phone lines. Warning! Please make sure that the cable you a complete mobile computing experience. English 36 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. Plugging this modem into a digital phone...
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... utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen. Password To set a password on...
... utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen. Password To set a password on...
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... an authorized service center. Do not attempt to help you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to open the computer yourself; Error messages If you solve problems. If the system...
... an authorized service center. Do not attempt to help you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to open the computer yourself; Error messages If you solve problems. If the system...
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... (8 inches) must be used in strict accordance with wireless LAN and / or Bluetooth only. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device. This device must be maintained between the antenna for the... integrated List of applicable countries EU member states as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as Norway, Switzerland,...
... (8 inches) must be used in strict accordance with wireless LAN and / or Bluetooth only. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device. This device must be maintained between the antenna for the... integrated List of applicable countries EU member states as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as Norway, Switzerland,...
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...interference to 5.85 GHz bands. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102) The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in the 5.15 to radio communications. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable ... this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to the screen section and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from Health Canada's website at www.hc...
...interference to 5.85 GHz bands. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102) The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in the 5.15 to radio communications. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable ... this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to the screen section and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from Health Canada's website at www.hc...
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66 English error 59 modem 47 N network 48 Notebook Manager hotkey 27 num lock 25 on indicator 21 numeric keypad embedded 25 P password 45 types 45 PC Card 49 ejecting 50 inserting 50 ports ...
66 English error 59 modem 47 N network 48 Notebook Manager hotkey 27 num lock 25 on indicator 21 numeric keypad embedded 25 P password 45 types 45 PC Card 49 ejecting 50 inserting 50 ports ...