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... increase the volume to the AC power outlet. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to 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. Use a damp cloth...
... increase the volume to the AC power outlet. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to 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. Use a damp cloth...
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... not work temporarily, even when the battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. The full performance of them away from the battery, which came bundled with a hot or cold battery may be charged and discharged hundreds of the battery. (These look like metal strips on the battery.) This might happen, for safe battery usage This notebook uses...
... not work temporarily, even when the battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. The full performance of them away from the battery, which came bundled with a hot or cold battery may be charged and discharged hundreds of the battery. (These look like metal strips on the battery.) This might happen, for safe battery usage This notebook uses...
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... network. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to : wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. Parts of data files or messages may be delayed until the transmission is prohibited or when it and its normal operating...
... network. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to : wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. Parts of data files or messages may be delayed until the transmission is prohibited or when it and its normal operating...
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... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more on the screen to complete the installation. If Adobe Reader is available in the TravelMate product series. For instructions on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off To turn on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in the model you purchased. Basic care and tips for using the keyboard, Audio...
... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more on the screen to complete the installation. If Adobe Reader is available in the TravelMate product series. For instructions on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off To turn on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in the model you purchased. Basic care and tips for using the keyboard, Audio...
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... and servicing xv Touchpad 1 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Video 5 16:9 display (only for certain models) 5 Using the system utilities 6 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 6 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 7 Acer Backup Manager 8 Power management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Burn backup discs 11 Restore 12 Restore Windows from backup discs 13 Battery...
... and servicing xv Touchpad 1 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Video 5 16:9 display (only for certain models) 5 Using the system utilities 6 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 6 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 7 Acer Backup Manager 8 Power management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Burn backup discs 11 Restore 12 Restore Windows from backup discs 13 Battery...
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... lock 23 Using passwords 23 Entering passwords 24 Setting passwords 24 Expanding through options 25 Connectivity options 25 Fax/data modem (only for certain models) 25 Built-in network feature 26 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 26 IEEE 1394 port (only for certain models) 27 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 27 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 28 Installing memory 29 BIOS utility 30 Boot sequence 30 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 30 Password 30 Using software 31 Playing DVD...
... lock 23 Using passwords 23 Entering passwords 24 Setting passwords 24 Expanding through options 25 Connectivity options 25 Fax/data modem (only for certain models) 25 Built-in network feature 26 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 26 IEEE 1394 port (only for certain models) 27 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 27 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 28 Installing memory 29 BIOS utility 30 Boot sequence 30 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 30 Password 30 Using software 31 Playing DVD...
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... left and right buttons located beneath the touchpad to drag the cursor. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Click once...
... left and right buttons located beneath the touchpad to drag the cursor. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Click once...
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... certain models 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). It is on, the screen moves one line up or down when + you can toggle on Type the letters in a normal manner. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. The keys function as...
... certain models 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). It is on, the screen moves one line up or down when + you can toggle on Type the letters in a normal manner. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. The keys function as...
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... on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. This key has the same effect as described. English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for...
... on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. This key has the same effect as described. English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for...
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This will be stored. Click the + button and follow the onscreen instructions: 1 Select the content you wish to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you need to the following screen. If you want to the schedule. To start Acer Backup Manager, press the Acer Backup Manager key above . Click Continue to proceed to select an external drive or your entire system or selected files...
This will be stored. Click the + button and follow the onscreen instructions: 1 Select the content you wish to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you need to the following screen. If you want to the schedule. To start Acer Backup Manager, press the Acer Backup Manager key above . Click Continue to proceed to select an external drive or your entire system or selected files...
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... and WLAN switch to reduce overall power consumption. English 9 Power management This computer has a built-in order to conserve energy. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your computer. If no activity is detected for a period of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to any activity involving one or...
... and WLAN switch to reduce overall power consumption. English 9 Power management This computer has a built-in order to conserve energy. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your computer. If no activity is detected for a period of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to any activity involving one or...
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... the ENTER key to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Windows will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to boot from the optical drive once the restore is only available on your computer. To restore Windows from your previously burned backup discs, you can select which device to open the Boot Menu. The system will be installed from the recovery disc...
... the ENTER key to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Windows will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to boot from the optical drive once the restore is only available on your computer. To restore Windows from your previously burned backup discs, you can select which device to open the Boot Menu. The system will be installed from the recovery disc...
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... adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Resume work . You have no spare battery pack. 1. Shut down the operating system to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to the Windows power meter. Data will be lost if the battery to turn off the computer. 4. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Replace...
... adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Resume work . You have no spare battery pack. 1. Shut down the operating system to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to the Windows power meter. Data will be lost if the battery to turn off the computer. 4. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Replace...
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... of Sleep mode, open the display; When you are just moving within the building. Then close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start then...
... of Sleep mode, open the display; When you are just moving within the building. Then close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start then...
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.... Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for a security lock. English 23 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks - Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your...
.... Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for a security lock. English 23 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks - Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your...
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... chances to enter a password. Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to shut down the computer. English 24 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly...
... chances to enter a password. Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to shut down the computer. English 24 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly...
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... country in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. (only for certain models) Your computer has a built-in which you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to the computer, read the following section. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the...
... country in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. (only for certain models) Your computer has a built-in which you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to the computer, read the following section. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the...
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Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen and use the and keys to set a password on boot: and use the and keys to Enabled. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Password To set this value...
Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen and use the and keys to set a password on boot: and use the and keys to Enabled. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Password To set this value...
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...) disk in Sleep mode. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. English 32 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your computer. Press and release the power button...
...) disk in Sleep mode. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. English 32 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your computer. Press and release the power button...
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... and does not constitute a malfunction. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may not operate. Declaration of Conformity for wireless use . Depending on configurations, this notebook PC series is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not provide...
... and does not constitute a malfunction. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may not operate. Declaration of Conformity for wireless use . Depending on configurations, this notebook PC series is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not provide...