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... series Notebook computer Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of such revision or changes. TravelMate 800 series User's guide Original Issue: February 2003 Changes may be incorporated in new editions of purchase ...purchase date, and place of this publication may be made periodically to the information in any form or by any person of Acer Incorporated. All correspondence concerning your computer. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to their...
... series Notebook computer Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of such revision or changes. TravelMate 800 series User's guide Original Issue: February 2003 Changes may be incorporated in new editions of purchase ...purchase date, and place of this publication may be made periodically to the information in any form or by any person of Acer Incorporated. All correspondence concerning your computer. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to their...
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... your computer can help you use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access the Help menu. Follow these steps: 1 Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate. 2 Click on TravelMate User's guide will be more information about the computer, so read it for you. Follow the instructions on how to use your ... enjoyed making the TravelMate series of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... This guide provides clear and concise information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our Web site (global.acer.com). If you ever need to complete the installation. If Adobe Acrobat ...
... your computer can help you use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access the Help menu. Follow these steps: 1 Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate. 2 Click on TravelMate User's guide will be more information about the computer, so read it for you. Follow the instructions on how to use your ... enjoyed making the TravelMate series of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... This guide provides clear and concise information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our Web site (global.acer.com). If you ever need to complete the installation. If Adobe Acrobat ...
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... Note: You can also shut down ; Do not place it . • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above your TravelMate's standard keyboard. or For Windows XP: Click on page 3 for the location of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to direct...
... Note: You can also shut down ; Do not place it . • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above your TravelMate's standard keyboard. or For Windows XP: Click on page 3 for the location of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to direct...
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Contents First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view Left view 5 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 11 Indicators 13 Using the keyboard 14 ...24 Hard disk 24 AcerMedia bay 24 Using software 25 Audio 27 Adjusting the volume 27 Power management 28 Moving around with your TravelMate 29 Disconnecting from the desktop 29 Moving around 29 Taking the computer home 30 Traveling with the computer 32 Traveling internationally with ...
Contents First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view Left view 5 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 11 Indicators 13 Using the keyboard 14 ...24 Hard disk 24 AcerMedia bay 24 Using software 25 Audio 27 Adjusting the volume 27 Power management 28 Moving around with your TravelMate 29 Disconnecting from the desktop 29 Moving around 29 Taking the computer home 30 Traveling with the computer 32 Traveling internationally with ...
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Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with a unique style and ergonomic design. Your TravelMate computer combines highperformance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with your new power computing partner.
Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with a unique style and ergonomic design. Your TravelMate computer combines highperformance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with your new power computing partner.
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poster, let us show you around your computer as a 4-way scroll button. Front open view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Power button Turns on the computer. 3 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 4 Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the center and right) left and right mouse buttons; English 3 A TravelMate tour After setting up your new TravelMate computer. the center button serves as illustrated in the Just for Starters...
poster, let us show you around your computer as a 4-way scroll button. Front open view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Power button Turns on the computer. 3 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 4 Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the center and right) left and right mouse buttons; English 3 A TravelMate tour After setting up your new TravelMate computer. the center button serves as illustrated in the Just for Starters...
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LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on page 20 for more details. Internal microphone for your computer. Special keys for launching internet browser, email program and frequently used programs. See "Launch Keys" on and off to know your TravelMate Description Comfortable support area for sound recording. English 4 # Item 5 Palmrest 6 Keyboard 7 Status indicators 8 Launch keys 9 Microphone 1 Getting to show the status of the computer, its functions and components. Inputs data into your hands when you use the computer.
LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on page 20 for more details. Internal microphone for your computer. Special keys for launching internet browser, email program and frequently used programs. See "Launch Keys" on and off to know your TravelMate Description Comfortable support area for sound recording. English 4 # Item 5 Palmrest 6 Keyboard 7 Status indicators 8 Launch keys 9 Microphone 1 Getting to show the status of the computer, its functions and components. Inputs data into your hands when you use the computer.
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... line-out Line-out jack audio devices (speakers). 7 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 6 Left view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English # Item Description 1 Four (4) USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
... line-out Line-out jack audio devices (speakers). 7 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 6 Left view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English # Item Description 1 Four (4) USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
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8 Rear view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English # Item 1 Modem jack Description Connects to a phone line. 2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Expansion port Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort expansion devices. 4 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer). 5 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). 6 S-video Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 7 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
8 Rear view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English # Item 1 Modem jack Description Connects to a phone line. 2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Expansion port Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort expansion devices. 4 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer). 5 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external port monitor, LCD projector). 6 S-video Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 7 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
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Helps keep the computer cool. 10 1 Getting to personalize your TravelMate English # Item 8 Hard disk bay 9 Memory compartment 10 Cooling fan 11 Personal identification slot Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). Note: Don't cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's memory. Insert a business card or similar-sized identification card to know your computer.
Helps keep the computer cool. 10 1 Getting to personalize your TravelMate English # Item 8 Hard disk bay 9 Memory compartment 10 Cooling fan 11 Personal identification slot Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). Note: Don't cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's memory. Insert a business card or similar-sized identification card to know your computer.
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12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English Connectivity • High-speed fax/data modem port • Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port • Fast infrared wireless communication • Four (4) USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ... stylish design • Full-sized keyboard • Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device Expansion • One type II CardBus PC Card slot • Upgradeable memory • Acer EasyPort (optional)
12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English Connectivity • High-speed fax/data modem port • Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port • Fast infrared wireless communication • Four (4) USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ... stylish design • Full-sized keyboard • Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device Expansion • One type II CardBus PC Card slot • Upgradeable memory • Acer EasyPort (optional)
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... and off. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. When Num Lock is in uppercase. English 14 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Scroll Lock does...
... and off. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. When Num Lock is in uppercase. English 14 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Scroll Lock does...
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dialog box) Application key Opens a context menu (same as a right-click). 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. English Key Description Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift + + M (Undoes Minimize All) + R (Displays the Run...
dialog box) Application key Opens a context menu (same as a right-click). 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. English Key Description Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift + + M (Undoes Minimize All) + R (Displays the Run...
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.... Fn-↓ Fn-→ Fn-← Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Press any key to know your TravelMate Hot key Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Icon Function Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Description Switches display output between...
.... Fn-↓ Fn-→ Fn-← Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Press any key to know your TravelMate Hot key Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Icon Function Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Description Switches display output between...
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To type the Euro symbol: 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your TravelMate 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for more information. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. They are five buttons. The ...
To type the Euro symbol: 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your TravelMate 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for more information. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. They are five buttons. The ...
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... comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the touchpad to move your TravelMate Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. Note: When using an external USB mouse, you move the cursor...
... comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the touchpad to move your TravelMate Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. Note: When using an external USB mouse, you move the cursor...
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... drive • Second battery Note: To swap AcerMedia drive modules, see "Swapping AcerMedia drive modules" on page 52 This is the answer to know your TravelMate Storage This computer supplies you with your programs and data are stored.
... drive • Second battery Note: To swap AcerMedia drive modules, see "Swapping AcerMedia drive modules" on page 52 This is the answer to know your TravelMate Storage This computer supplies you with your programs and data are stored.
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Region code Country or region 1 U.S.A., Canada 2 Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan 3 Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea (South) 4 Latin America, Australia, New Zealand 5 Former U.S.S.R., parts of Africa, India 6 People's Republic of China Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD-ROM drive. English 26 1 Getting to the online help for more information. Please refer to know your TravelMate 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds.
Region code Country or region 1 U.S.A., Canada 2 Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan 3 Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea (South) 4 Latin America, Australia, New Zealand 5 Former U.S.S.R., parts of Africa, India 6 People's Republic of China Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD-ROM drive. English 26 1 Getting to the online help for more information. Please refer to know your TravelMate 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds.
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... any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which allows for your TravelMate English Power management This computer has a built-in order to conserve energy. 28 1 Getting to know your computer. This computer employs a power management scheme that...
... any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which allows for your TravelMate English Power management This computer has a built-in order to conserve energy. 28 1 Getting to know your computer. This computer employs a power management scheme that...