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... often require extensive work by other nearby electrical devices that which came bundled with your product. Unplug this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. If you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may present...
... often require extensive work by other nearby electrical devices that which came bundled with your product. Unplug this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. If you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may present...
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... use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for Starters... For instructions on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen...
... use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for Starters... For instructions on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen...
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... lock 34 Audio 35 Adjusting the volume 35 Acer PureZone 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery...
... lock 34 Audio 35 Adjusting the volume 35 Acer PureZone 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery...
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... Index 77 Expanding through options 54 Connectivity options 54 Fax/data modem 54 Built-in network feature 55 Fast Infrared (FIR) 55 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 IEEE 1394 port 56 PC Card slot 57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 60 Burn backup disc 61 Restore and recovery 61 Troubleshooting 62 Troubleshooting tips 62 Error messages 62 Regulations...
... Index 77 Expanding through options 54 Connectivity options 54 Fax/data modem 54 Built-in network feature 55 Fast Infrared (FIR) 55 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 IEEE 1394 port 56 PC Card slot 57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 60 Burn backup disc 61 Restore and recovery 61 Troubleshooting 62 Troubleshooting tips 62 Error messages 62 Regulations...
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... Management, you to access frequently used functions and manage your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks 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. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers...
... Management, you to access frequently used functions and manage your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks 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. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers...
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... wish to switch to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can also create customized power plans. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan...
... wish to switch to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can also create customized power plans. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan...
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... 6 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you need to use an external resolution that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to the system. For projectors and external devices that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey: + . Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to...
... 6 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you need to use an external resolution that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to the system. For projectors and external devices that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey: + . Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to...
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... password. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any kind of the devices types. includes any other removable storage devices that data can't be stolen while your system is unattended. • Removable Storage Devices - Lock(s) will remain after rebooting, until removed. To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Make sure to remember or write down your system. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management...
... password. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any kind of the devices types. includes any other removable storage devices that data can't be stolen while your system is unattended. • Removable Storage Devices - Lock(s) will remain after rebooting, until removed. To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Make sure to remember or write down your system. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management...
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... situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the 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. Empowering Technology 13...
... situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the 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. Empowering Technology 13...
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...11) port Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot computer security lock. Kensington lock Connects to a phone line. Rear view # Icon 1 Item External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs Optical disk Lights up when the optical drive is turned off. access indicator Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Note: Only one card can operate at any given time. Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD...
...11) port Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot computer security lock. Kensington lock Connects to a phone line. Rear view # Icon 1 Item External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs Optical disk Lights up when the optical drive is turned off. access indicator Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. Note: Only one card can operate at any given time. Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD...
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...-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology (for selected models), or • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/ g), or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG (dual-mode 802.11b/g) WiFi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for selected models) Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support...
...-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology (for selected models), or • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/ g), or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG (dual-mode 802.11b/g) WiFi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for selected models) Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support...
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...; External display (VGA) port • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack • Line-in jack • Microphone jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) enhancement HDD protection technology • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader, supporting Pre-boot Authentication (PBA), computer protection, Acer FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav (manufacturing option) • Kensington lock slot...
...; External display (VGA) port • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack • Line-in jack • Microphone jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) enhancement HDD protection technology • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader, supporting Pre-boot Authentication (PBA), computer protection, Acer FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav (manufacturing option) • Kensington lock slot...
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... twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Note: When using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or click and hold , then use finger on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button (for selected models) or Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) to scroll up or down and move up /down/left...
... twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Note: When using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or click and hold , then use finger on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button (for selected models) or Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) to scroll up or down and move up /down/left...
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.... Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). normal manner. Hold while using control keys. When Num Lock is indicated by small characters located on Num Lock off . Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. It is on and off Type numbers in a embedded keypad. Desired access Number keys...
.... Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). normal manner. Hold while using control keys. When Num Lock is indicated by small characters located on Num Lock off . Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. It is on and off Type numbers in a embedded keypad. Desired access Number keys...
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...Press any key to save power. Turns the display screen backlight off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. + + + + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Launches Acer eSettings in the hotkey combination. English 30 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
...Press any key to save power. Turns the display screen backlight off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. + + + + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Launches Acer eSettings in the hotkey combination. English 30 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.
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...) disk in Sleep mode. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Press any key to turn the display back on the battery, it is not full-screen. English 40 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to resume. I turned on the screen. Connect...
...) disk in Sleep mode. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Press any key to turn the display back on the battery, it is not full-screen. English 40 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to resume. I turned on the screen. Connect...
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...; During the POST, press to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared ports of the two devices are connected to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the taskbar. Check the following : • The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the computer. You can also use the volume control buttons to a USB port on the taskbar. I want...
...; During the POST, press to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared ports of the two devices are connected to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the taskbar. Check the following : • The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the computer. You can also use the volume control buttons to a USB port on the taskbar. I want...
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... Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). You can put the computer in Sleep mode. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices...
... Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). You can put the computer in Sleep mode. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices...
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... Korea Latin America, Australia, New Zealand Former USSR, parts of Africa, India People's Republic of China Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set to a region code, it will play DVD disks of that region only. then close the DVD tray. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set this feature. Important! Refer to...
... Korea Latin America, Australia, New Zealand Former USSR, parts of Africa, India People's Republic of China Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set to a region code, it will play DVD disks of that region only. then close the DVD tray. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set this feature. Important! Refer to...
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... an application backup image to CD or DVD. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from a previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to disc. You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button. 3 Select the type of backup (factory default, user, current system...
... an application backup image to CD or DVD. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from a previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to disc. You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button. 3 Select the type of backup (factory default, user, current system...