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... more on the screen to the AcerSystem User Guide. For instructions on your reference only and except as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more productive, please refer to complete the installation. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on how your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. * IMPORTANT NOTICE...
... more on the screen to the AcerSystem User Guide. For instructions on your reference only and except as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more productive, please refer to complete the installation. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on how your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. * IMPORTANT NOTICE...
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... Ethernet port. Setting up LAN connection Simply plug in the LAN cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) port. Please refer to "Left view" on the front of your Aspire one Pro. 2. Insert a 3G SIM card (only for the location of the 3G SIM card slot. 8 Series Network configuration This guide will help you configure your LAN and wireless network settings to enable you want to connect to. Please turn on the wireless LAN using the switch on page 10 for certain models) Remove the battery...
... Ethernet port. Setting up LAN connection Simply plug in the LAN cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) port. Please refer to "Left view" on the front of your Aspire one Pro. 2. Insert a 3G SIM card (only for the location of the 3G SIM card slot. 8 Series Network configuration This guide will help you configure your LAN and wireless network settings to enable you want to connect to. Please turn on the wireless LAN using the switch on page 10 for certain models) Remove the battery...
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.... 6 Keyboard For entering data into your new Acer notebook. switch/indicator Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) 5 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LED) that light up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters section, let us show the status of Battery/3G/ LAN communication Wireless LAN communication. Quick Guide Top view # Icon Item 1 Acer Crystal Eye webcam Description Web camera for video communication 2 Microphone Internal microphone for certain models) 10 Power button/ Turns the...
.... 6 Keyboard For entering data into your new Acer notebook. switch/indicator Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. (only for certain models) 5 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LED) that light up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters section, let us show the status of Battery/3G/ LAN communication Wireless LAN communication. Quick Guide Top view # Icon Item 1 Acer Crystal Eye webcam Description Web camera for video communication 2 Microphone Internal microphone for certain models) 10 Power button/ Turns the...
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... the wireless/3G function. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to line-out audio devices (e.g., line-out jack speakers, headphones). 10 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 5 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse). 6 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 7 Headphone/speaker/ Connects to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use...
... the wireless/3G function. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to line-out audio devices (e.g., line-out jack speakers, headphones). 10 Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 4 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 5 USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse). 6 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 7 Headphone/speaker/ Connects to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use...
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... prolonged use. Connects to remove/install the card. Connects to an AC adapter. Your PC may have a different battery, depending on the model purchased. 14 Battery lock Locks the battery in jack 12 Kensington lock slot Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Only one card reader 9 USB 2.0 port 10 SD Expansion slot 11 DC-in position. 15 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured...
... prolonged use. Connects to remove/install the card. Connects to an AC adapter. Your PC may have a different battery, depending on the model purchased. 14 Battery lock Locks the battery in jack 12 Kensington lock slot Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Only one card reader 9 USB 2.0 port 10 SD Expansion slot 11 DC-in position. 15 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured...
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... GB or larger hard disk drive (for HDD model) 16 GB Solid State Disk (SSD) NAND flash module SD™ Card reader (for SSD model) Multi-in-1 card reader Audio High-definition audio support Two built-in stereo speakers MS-Sound compatible Built-in digital microphone Communication Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting enhanced Acer PrimaLite™ technology WLAN: Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology LAN: 10/100...
... GB or larger hard disk drive (for HDD model) 16 GB Solid State Disk (SSD) NAND flash module SD™ Card reader (for SSD model) Multi-in-1 card reader Audio High-definition audio support Two built-in stereo speakers MS-Sound compatible Built-in digital microphone Communication Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting enhanced Acer PrimaLite™ technology WLAN: Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology LAN: 10/100...
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... Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of according to offer products and services worldwide that are registered U.S. More information refers to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. ix Disposal instructions ...visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/ sustainability01.htm Mercury advisory For bulb-inside projectors or electronic products containing an nonLED-backlit-LCD/CRT monito or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after prolonged use less energy and ...
... Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of according to offer products and services worldwide that are registered U.S. More information refers to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. ix Disposal instructions ...visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/ sustainability01.htm Mercury advisory For bulb-inside projectors or electronic products containing an nonLED-backlit-LCD/CRT monito or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after prolonged use less energy and ...
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... a set of your notebook or desktop, a window will be more on such subjects as Acer eRecovery Management, using your computer for meeting your mobile computing needs. The printed Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of guides: First off, the Quick Guide helps you get started with important data that you immediately register it. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. How...
... a set of your notebook or desktop, a window will be more on such subjects as Acer eRecovery Management, using your computer for meeting your mobile computing needs. The printed Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of guides: First off, the Quick Guide helps you get started with important data that you immediately register it. For more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. How...
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...: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on AcerSystem User Guide will serve you well if you turn on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Taking care of the power button. Follow the instructions on the computer. Follow these steps to "Quick Guide" for more than four seconds to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Please refer to access it...
...: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on AcerSystem User Guide will serve you well if you turn on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Taking care of the power button. Follow the instructions on the computer. Follow these steps to "Quick Guide" for more than four seconds to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Please refer to access it...
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... and servicing xv Acer eRecovery Management 1 Acer eRecovery Management 1 Launching Acer eRecovery Management 2 Indicators 3 Touchpad 4 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 4 Using a computer security lock 5 Using the keyboard 6 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 6 Windows keys 7 Hotkeys 8 Special keys (only for certain models) 9 Frequently asked questions 10 Requesting service 12 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 12 Before you call 12 Battery pack 13 Battery pack characteristics 13 Maximizing the battery's life 13 Installing and removing the...
... and servicing xv Acer eRecovery Management 1 Acer eRecovery Management 1 Launching Acer eRecovery Management 2 Indicators 3 Touchpad 4 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 4 Using a computer security lock 5 Using the keyboard 6 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 6 Windows keys 7 Hotkeys 8 Special keys (only for certain models) 9 Frequently asked questions 10 Requesting service 12 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 12 Before you call 12 Battery pack 13 Battery pack characteristics 13 Maximizing the battery's life 13 Installing and removing the...
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... Traveling internationally with the computer 20 Preparing the computer 20 What to bring with you 20 Special considerations 20 Securing your computer 21 Using a computer security lock 21 Using passwords 21 Entering passwords 22 Setting passwords 22 Expanding through options 23 Connectivity options 23 Built-in network feature 23 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 24 BIOS utility 24 Boot sequence 24 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 24 Password 25 Power management 25 Troubleshooting 26 Troubleshooting tips 26 Error messages...
... Traveling internationally with the computer 20 Preparing the computer 20 What to bring with you 20 Special considerations 20 Securing your computer 21 Using a computer security lock 21 Using passwords 21 Entering passwords 22 Setting passwords 22 Expanding through options 23 Connectivity options 23 Built-in network feature 23 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 24 BIOS utility 24 Boot sequence 24 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 24 Password 25 Power management 25 Troubleshooting 26 Troubleshooting tips 26 Error messages...
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... keys respectively. Cursor-control keys Hold while using on the keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. English 6 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators...
... keys respectively. Cursor-control keys Hold while using on the keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. English 6 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators...
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... hotkeys or key combinations to return. System Properties Bluetooth communication switch Sleep Display the System Properties dialog box. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Volume up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume (only for certain models). Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Power Options Description Display the Power Options Properties dialog box. To activate hotkeys...
... hotkeys or key combinations to return. System Properties Bluetooth communication switch Sleep Display the System Properties dialog box. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Volume up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume (only for certain models). Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + + + + Function Power Options Description Display the Power Options Properties dialog box. To activate hotkeys...
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... plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it may be muted. Connect the AC adapter to power the computer. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. I turned on the screen. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. No audio is in the external USB...
... plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it may be muted. Connect the AC adapter to power the computer. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. I turned on the screen. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. No audio is in the external USB...
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... restore the C: drive with a hard drive. Follow the steps below to rebuild your notebook. If it is turned on the system will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. The keyboard does not respond. Note: If your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be the only option for future recovery operations. The system will reboot. Try attaching an external keyboard...
... restore the C: drive with a hard drive. Follow the steps below to rebuild your notebook. If it is turned on the system will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. The keyboard does not respond. Note: If your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be the only option for future recovery operations. The system will reboot. Try attaching an external keyboard...
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... charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to remove the battery pack from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you condition your computer. Installing and removing the battery pack Important! Otherwise, turn off the computer first. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. Use this procedure will prevent you use the battery, the faster it is adversely affected by the...
... charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to remove the battery pack from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you condition your computer. Installing and removing the battery pack Important! Otherwise, turn off the computer first. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. Use this procedure will prevent you use the battery, the faster it is adversely affected by the...
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... AC adapter and battery. Higher temperatures cause the battery to 30°C (86°F). Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. English 15 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to a mains power outlet. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first...
... AC adapter and battery. Higher temperatures cause the battery to 30°C (86°F). Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. English 15 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to a mains power outlet. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first...
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... configuration problems, you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this value to Enabled. Boot sequence To set this utility. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set the boot...
... configuration problems, you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this value to Enabled. Boot sequence To set this utility. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set the boot...
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... BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the same time. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your computer. Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. English 25 Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable...
... BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the same time. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your computer. Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. English 25 Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable...
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... 17 indicators 3 keyboards 6 moving around 17 security 21 setting up a home office 19 taking home 18 traveling internationally 20 traveling on indicator 3 numeric keypad embedded 6 P password 21 types 21 ports 23 printer troubleshooting 11 problems 10 display 10 keyboard 11 printer 11 startup 10 See frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 10 H Hibernation mode hotkey 8 hotkeys 8 K keyboard 6 embedded numeric keypad 6 hotkeys 8 lock keys 6 troubleshooting 11 Windows keys 7 M media access on indicator 3 messages error 26 N network 23 num lock...
... 17 indicators 3 keyboards 6 moving around 17 security 21 setting up a home office 19 taking home 18 traveling internationally 20 traveling on indicator 3 numeric keypad embedded 6 P password 21 types 21 ports 23 printer troubleshooting 11 problems 10 display 10 keyboard 11 printer 11 startup 10 See frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 10 H Hibernation mode hotkey 8 hotkeys 8 K keyboard 6 embedded numeric keypad 6 hotkeys 8 lock keys 6 troubleshooting 11 Windows keys 7 M media access on indicator 3 messages error 26 N network 23 num lock...