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... keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad 14 Windows Keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Special Keys 17 Acer Empowering Technology 18 Empowering Technology password 18 Acer ePower Management 18 Acer ePresentation Management 20 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models 21 Acer eLock Management 23 Acer eRecovery Management 24 Acer eSettings Management 25 Acer ePerformance Management 25 Acer OrbiCam 26 Using the System Utilities...
... keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad 14 Windows Keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Special Keys 17 Acer Empowering Technology 18 Empowering Technology password 18 Acer ePower Management 18 Acer ePresentation Management 20 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models 21 Acer eLock Management 23 Acer eRecovery Management 24 Acer eSettings Management 25 Acer ePerformance Management 25 Acer OrbiCam 26 Using the System Utilities...
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... 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 97 Exploded Diagram 98 FRU List 101 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 114 TravelMate 3030 Series 114 TravelMate 3040 Series 115 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 129 Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test 130 Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Environment Test 132 Appendix C Online Support Information 135 VIII
... 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 97 Exploded Diagram 98 FRU List 101 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 114 TravelMate 3030 Series 114 TravelMate 3040 Series 115 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 129 Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro Environment Test 130 Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Environment Test 132 Appendix C Online Support Information 135 VIII
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...Express chipset T Intel®R PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology System memory T DDRII 533/667 SDRAM T Two DDR SODIMM slots T Upgradeable to 4GB memory using two ... 12.1" WXGA high-brightness (200-nit) Acer CrystalBriteTM TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM T 12.1" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM T Mobile Intel® 945GM Express chipset...
...Express chipset T Intel®R PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution, supporting Acer SignalUpTM wireless technology System memory T DDRII 533/667 SDRAM T Two DDR SODIMM slots T Upgradeable to 4GB memory using two ... 12.1" WXGA high-brightness (200-nit) Acer CrystalBriteTM TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM T 12.1" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM T Mobile Intel® 945GM Express chipset...
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... the touchpad is sensitive to drag the cursor over the selection. This button mimics your finger on the touchpad on the right scroll bar of windows applications. rest your cursor pressing on the second tap and drag the cursor. Touchpad The build-in the middle of the palm rest area, providing...
... the touchpad is sensitive to drag the cursor over the selection. This button mimics your finger on the touchpad on the right scroll bar of windows applications. rest your cursor pressing on the second tap and drag the cursor. Touchpad The build-in the middle of the palm rest area, providing...
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.... Toggle on the keys. Type the letters in + percase. Using the Keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. Desired access Num Lock on DNeusmireer dkeyascocness Type numberNs uinma...
.... Toggle on the keys. Type the letters in + percase. Using the Keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. Desired access Num Lock on DNeusmireer dkeyascocness Type numberNs uinma...
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...and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of functions: + Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button) + E (Opens the My Computer window) + F1 (opens Help and Support) +F (opens the Find: All Files dialog box). + Tab + E +R (Opens the Run dialog box). + F1 + F...) Application key This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Chapter 1 15 it launches the Start menu. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functoins. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the...
...and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of functions: + Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button) + E (Opens the My Computer window) + F1 (opens Help and Support) +F (opens the Find: All Files dialog box). + Tab + E +R (Opens the Run dialog box). + F1 + F...) Application key This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Chapter 1 15 it launches the Start menu. Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functoins. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the...
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For additional options, click "Settings" to: T Set alarms. T Re-load factory defaults. T View information about Acer ePower Management. Chapter 1 19 T Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window.
For additional options, click "Settings" to: T Set alarms. T Re-load factory defaults. T View information about Acer ePower Management. Chapter 1 19 T Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, referto the panel on the lower left-hand side of the window.
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...the password, the supervisor password is handy file encryption utility that the system needs to enter your encryped file! Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. This encryption will be no way to ... accessed by default, or you for MSN Messager and Microsoft Outlook. Chapter 1 21 The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be used encrypt a file is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on...
...the password, the supervisor password is handy file encryption utility that the system needs to enter your encryped file! Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. This encryption will be no way to ... accessed by default, or you for MSN Messager and Microsoft Outlook. Chapter 1 21 The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be used encrypt a file is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on...
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... improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. The user can also enable advanced options for navigating. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware ... items and files. T Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better.
... improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. The user can also enable advanced options for navigating. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware ... items and files. T Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better.
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The Acer OrbiCam capture windows window appears. Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. OR Click Start > All programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. Item # Ite2m Power indicator 3 Rubber grip (selected models only) Rotating the Acer Orbicam The Acer OrbiCam rotates 225 degrees counterclockwise to the device. Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings...
The Acer OrbiCam capture windows window appears. Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. OR Click Start > All programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. Item # Ite2m Power indicator 3 Rubber grip (selected models only) Rotating the Acer Orbicam The Acer OrbiCam rotates 225 degrees counterclockwise to the device. Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings...
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...,ivcelirckSetthteingDsriver Settings button. You can adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/Face tracking options from the pop-up menu. UFosledethr e options to dispOlapytitohnes Window, PrevWiewin,daonwd, FProelvdieerwtabs. The Properties window wPirlloappeprteieasr. 28 Device Settings Chapter 1 Camera Settings T Basic settings: Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture...
...,ivcelirckSetthteingDsriver Settings button. You can adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/Face tracking options from the pop-up menu. UFosledethr e options to dispOlapytitohnes Window, PrevWiewin,daonwd, FProelvdieerwtabs. The Properties window wPirlloappeprteieasr. 28 Device Settings Chapter 1 Camera Settings T Basic settings: Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture...
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Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to an IM partner anywhere in the My Pictures and...button. T Zoom/Face Track Settings allows you to adjust the zoom level and turn on or off the camera indicator. To use the Acer OrbiCam as the capture device of the photo/video clip. Chapter 1 29 T AdvanceAddSveatntcinegdsSeatlltoinwgss you to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, ...
Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to an IM partner anywhere in the My Pictures and...button. T Zoom/Face Track Settings allows you to adjust the zoom level and turn on or off the camera indicator. To use the Acer OrbiCam as the capture device of the photo/video clip. Chapter 1 29 T AdvanceAddSveatntcinegdsSeatlltoinwgss you to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, ...
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... one oSfttahret fAolul rPrdoisgpralamyssettings indicAacteerdGbreidloVwist:a Double (verticle), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screenS.tTaoratccAelslsPtrhoisgfurancmtiosn, please go to be partitioned independently. is monitor Apply OK Settings Apply...
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... vendor & model name Total number of keypads Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button Feature Four easy-launch buttons Specification New Acer Ergo keyboard 88-89 keys Acer Fine TouchTM keyboard Yes T Support Windows keys and application keys T Standard pitch, 2.5 mm travel length T Hotkey controls T embedded numberic keypad T Multi-Langue support T Spill-proof T Internet...
... vendor & model name Total number of keypads Touchpad with 4-way integrated scroll button Feature Four easy-launch buttons Specification New Acer Ergo keyboard 88-89 keys Acer Fine TouchTM keyboard Yes T Support Windows keys and application keys T Standard pitch, 2.5 mm travel length T Hotkey controls T embedded numberic keypad T Multi-Langue support T Spill-proof T Internet...
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... external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. Press F2 in the message window. System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the System board. Reconnect...
... external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Reconnect the keyboard cables. 2. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the diagnostics program. 2. Press F2 in the message window. System Check Procedures External Diskette Drive Check If an error occurs with the internal diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the System board. Reconnect...
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... following list: T "Check the Battery Pack" on page 78 Chapter 4 77 If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. then check that the DIMM...
... following list: T "Check the Battery Pack" on page 78 Chapter 4 77 If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the message window. A loose connection can cause an error. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. then check that the DIMM...
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... work LCD is overheat (Heat sink or fan). Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Battery pack Power adapter CPU Main board In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
... work LCD is overheat (Heat sink or fan). Main board Power source (battery pack and power adapter). Battery pack Power adapter CPU Main board In Windows XP operating system, hold and press the power switch for more than 4 seconds.
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.... Microphone cannot work Action in Sequence OS volume control Audio driver Speaker Main board Speaker Main board Audio driver Volume control in Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation mode The system doesn't enter standby ... BIOS revision Reinsert DIMM DIMM Main board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. PC Card cannot be charged or discharged System hang during POST Action in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. System can 't...
.... Microphone cannot work Action in Sequence OS volume control Audio driver Speaker Main board Speaker Main board Audio driver Volume control in Windows XP Main board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error The system will not enter hibernation mode The system doesn't enter standby ... BIOS revision Reinsert DIMM DIMM Main board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. PC Card cannot be charged or discharged System hang during POST Action in Windows XP Hard disk drive Main board Driver of the portable computer. System can 't...
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... cover switch after opening the lid of the portable computer. Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from Standby/Hibernation mode. Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%.
... cover switch after opening the lid of the portable computer. Connect AC adapter then check if the system resumes from Standby/Hibernation mode. Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%.
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Appendix B 129 Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Refer to the TravelMate 3030/3040 series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment.
Appendix B 129 Regarding configuration, combination and test procedures, please refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests. Appendix B Test Compatible Components This computer's compatibility is tested and verified by the Acer Mobile System Testing Department. Refer to the TravelMate 3030/3040 series Compatibility Test Report released by Acer's internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Windows® XP Home, Windows® XP Pro environment.