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... View 7 TravelMate 2420 front view 8 Closed Front View 9 Left View 10 Right View 10 Rear Panel 11 Bottom Panel 11 Indicators 12 Easy-Launch Buttons 13 Touchpad Basics 14 Using the Keyboard 16 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 16 Windows Keys 17 Hot Keys 17 Special Key 19 Acer Empowering Technology 20 Acer eDataSecurity...
... View 7 TravelMate 2420 front view 8 Closed Front View 9 Left View 10 Right View 10 Rear Panel 11 Bottom Panel 11 Indicators 12 Easy-Launch Buttons 13 Touchpad Basics 14 Using the Keyboard 16 Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad 16 Windows Keys 17 Hot Keys 17 Special Key 19 Acer Empowering Technology 20 Acer eDataSecurity...
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... T 16.7 million colors T Intel® GMA 900 integrated 3D graphics, with PTT approval; Acer SignalUpTM technology support Chapter 1 1 Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of VRAM, supporting Microsoft® directX® 9.0 and dual independent ...DIMM slots support 128MB to 2GB system memory Display and graphics T 14.1" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on -LAN ready T WLAN: integrated Acer InviLinkTM 802.11b/g WI-Fi® CERTIFIEDTM solution; wake-on ring ready T LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet;
... T 16.7 million colors T Intel® GMA 900 integrated 3D graphics, with PTT approval; Acer SignalUpTM technology support Chapter 1 1 Chapter 1 System Specifications Features Below is a brief summary of VRAM, supporting Microsoft® directX® 9.0 and dual independent ...DIMM slots support 128MB to 2GB system memory Display and graphics T 14.1" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on -LAN ready T WLAN: integrated Acer InviLinkTM 802.11b/g WI-Fi® CERTIFIEDTM solution; wake-on ring ready T LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet;
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... same speed as doubleclicking the mouse button) Center button (3) Select Drag Click once Click and hold to the touchpad on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. T Press the left or right a page.
... same speed as doubleclicking the mouse button) Center button (3) Select Drag Click once Click and hold to the touchpad on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. T Press the left or right a page.
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Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: Lock Key Caps Lock Num lock + Scroll lock + Description When Caps Lock is on , the embedded keypad is on , all alphabetic characters typed are not ...
Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: Lock Key Caps Lock Num lock + Scroll lock + Description When Caps Lock is on , the embedded keypad is on , all alphabetic characters typed are not ...
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...menu. Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: Chapter 1 17 Num Lock Off Type the letters in the hotkey combination. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of function: + Activates next taskbar button. + Opens the My Computer window + Opens Help and ...: All Files dialog box. + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action. + Undoes the minimize all windows This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Key Windows key Applicati on embedded keypad. It can also be used with other key in a ...
...menu. Aspire 3620: TravelMate 2420: Chapter 1 17 Num Lock Off Type the letters in the hotkey combination. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of function: + Activates next taskbar button. + Opens the My Computer window + Opens Help and ...: All Files dialog box. + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action. + Undoes the minimize all windows This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Key Windows key Applicati on embedded keypad. It can also be used with other key in a ...
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... files from being accessed by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with Windows explorer as a shell extension for you to external storage media. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by unauthorized persons. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily.
... files from being accessed by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with Windows explorer as a shell extension for you to external storage media. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by unauthorized persons. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily.
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Chapter 1 23 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. removes unneeded items and files. improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. releases unused memory and check usage. T Disk optimization - T Speed optimization - It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: T Memory optimization -
Chapter 1 23 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. removes unneeded items and files. improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. releases unused memory and check usage. T Disk optimization - T Speed optimization - It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: T Memory optimization -
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...If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn a backup image to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. To ensure the ...best results when recovering your Acer ezDock. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware specifications and to migrate personal settings...
...If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn a backup image to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. To ensure the ...best results when recovering your Acer ezDock. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware specifications and to migrate personal settings...
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Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Choose existing scheme to three of the window. 26 Chapter 1 Select whether used for the new scheme. 2. The new profile will appear on /off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus...For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of your own profiles. Acer Mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - To...
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. Assign a name for mains (AC) or batery mode. 4. Choose existing scheme to three of the window. 26 Chapter 1 Select whether used for the new scheme. 2. The new profile will appear on /off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus...For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of your own profiles. Acer Mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." Choose which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - To...
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... Major Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge...
... Major Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Normal voltage Charge...
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... Do the following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer: T Numeric keypad T External keyboard 66 Chapter 4 Follow the instructions in the message window. Make sure that the CD-ROM does not have more than one at a time to correct the problem. If the error still remains: 1. ... to it . See if CD-ROM Test is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Replace the main board. If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character...
... Do the following auxiliary input devices are supported by this computer: T Numeric keypad T External keyboard 66 Chapter 4 Follow the instructions in the message window. Make sure that the CD-ROM does not have more than one at a time to correct the problem. If the error still remains: 1. ... to it . See if CD-ROM Test is correctly seated in the connector on the system board. Follow the instructions in the message window. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Replace the main board. If the internal keyboard does not work or an unexpected character...
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... connector and repeat the failing operation. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; If any of the following list: T "Check the Power...
... connector and repeat the failing operation. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; If any of the following list: T "Check the Power...
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DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. The system doesn't resume from standby mode after closing the LCD The system doesn't resume from actual size. Keyboard (if control ...
DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. The system doesn't resume from standby mode after closing the LCD The system doesn't resume from actual size. Keyboard (if control ...
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... Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work . Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly...
... Keyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Keyboard (one or more keys) does not work . Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly...
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...; Do not spill water or any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not...
...; Do not spill water or any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not...
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... 6 Acer ePower Management 7 Acer ePresentation Management 8 Your Acer notebook tour 9 Front view 9 Closed front view 10 Left view 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Specifications 14 Indicators 17 Easy-launch buttons 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad basics 19 Using the keyboard 21 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 21 Windows keys...
... 6 Acer ePower Management 7 Acer ePresentation Management 8 Your Acer notebook tour 9 Front view 9 Closed front view 10 Left view 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Specifications 14 Indicators 17 Easy-launch buttons 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad basics 19 Using the keyboard 21 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 21 Windows keys...
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... Management is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you encrypt each individual file. If you lose both passwords, there will be no way to decrypt your files...a "master" password that the system needs to encrypt/decrypt a file: the supervisor password and the file-specific password. The supervisor password is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on your own file-specific password when encrypting a file. Note: The...
... Management is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you encrypt each individual file. If you lose both passwords, there will be no way to decrypt your files...a "master" password that the system needs to encrypt/decrypt a file: the supervisor password and the file-specific password. The supervisor password is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on your own file-specific password when encrypting a file. Note: The...
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releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization -
releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization -
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... for power users. • Logs when a hardware component has been removed or replaced. • Permits you to monitor the system health status. Empowering Technology 6 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to migrate personal settings. • Keeps a history log of all alerts that were previously issued...
... for power users. • Logs when a hardware component has been removed or replaced. • Permits you to monitor the system health status. Empowering Technology 6 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to migrate personal settings. • Keeps a history log of all alerts that were previously issued...
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... your own profiles. Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to three of the window. You can define up to turn the following functions on the main screen. Create new power scheme 1 Assign a name for mains ... your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Empowering Technology 7 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the...
... your own profiles. Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to three of the window. You can define up to turn the following functions on the main screen. Create new power scheme 1 Assign a name for mains ... your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Empowering Technology 7 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the...