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... DIMM modules (dualchannel support ) Display and graphics T 15.4" WXGA high-brightness Acer CrystalBriteTM TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM T 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024x 768 pixel resolution T ATI...T Dual independent display T 16.7 million colors T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) (for Aspire 3650) T Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization (Acer Arcade) (for Aspire 3650) Storage subsystem For Aspire 3650: T 40/60/80/100/120 GB hard disk drive T Optical drive options: ...
... DIMM modules (dualchannel support ) Display and graphics T 15.4" WXGA high-brightness Acer CrystalBriteTM TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVistaTM T 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024x 768 pixel resolution T ATI...T Dual independent display T 16.7 million colors T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T Acer CinemaVisionTM video technology (Acer Arcade) (for Aspire 3650) T Acer ClearVisionTM video optimization (Acer Arcade) (for Aspire 3650) Storage subsystem For Aspire 3650: T 40/60/80/100/120 GB hard disk drive T Optical drive options: ...
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Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on and off. ... with some applications. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Num Lock Off Hold while using cursor-control keys. Aspire 5650: TravelMate 4260: Lock Key Caps Lock Num lock + Scroll lock + Description When Caps Lock is indicated by small characters located on embedded keypad Num...
Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on and off. ... with some applications. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Num Lock Off Hold while using cursor-control keys. Aspire 5650: TravelMate 4260: Lock Key Caps Lock Num lock + Scroll lock + Description When Caps Lock is indicated by small characters located on embedded keypad Num...
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... + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action. + Undoes the minimize all windows This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Num Lock Off Type the letters in the hotkey combination. Aspire 5650: TravelMate 4260: Chapter 1 21 it opens the application...'s context menu. Key Windows key Applicati on embedded keypad. it launches the Start...
... + Opens the Run dialog box. + M Minimizes all windows. + action. + Undoes the minimize all windows This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Num Lock Off Type the letters in the hotkey combination. Aspire 5650: TravelMate 4260: Chapter 1 21 it opens the application...'s context menu. Key Windows key Applicati on embedded keypad. it launches the Start...
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...key to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by unauthorized persons. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. T Acer eRecovery Management backs up to access frequently used functions and ...function. T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. It is handy file encryption utility that protects your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with Windows explorer as...
...key to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently. T Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by unauthorized persons. T Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. T Acer eRecovery Management backs up to access frequently used functions and ...function. T Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. It is handy file encryption utility that protects your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: T Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with Windows explorer as...
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It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: T Memory optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Chapter 1 27 T Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files. T Speed optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook.
It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: T Memory optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Chapter 1 27 T Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files. T Speed optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook.
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... power users. T Logs when a hardware component has been removed or replaced. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to monitor the system health status. T Displays general system...log of all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to CD or... DVD. NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's ...
... power users. T Logs when a hardware component has been removed or replaced. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to monitor the system health status. T Displays general system...log of all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to CD or... DVD. NOTE: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's ...
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... task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Choose existing scheme to three of the window. You can define up to use as default printer settings. Assign a name for mains (AC) or battery mode. 4. Acer Mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." The new profile will appear on /off: Wireless LAN...
... task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. Choose existing scheme to three of the window. You can define up to use as default printer settings. Assign a name for mains (AC) or battery mode. 4. Acer Mode The default setting is "Maximum Performance." The new profile will appear on /off: Wireless LAN...
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... Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA HD Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification 3 Three on...
... Chips Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Super I/O controller MODEM Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 b+g PCMCIA HD Audio Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Total number of keypads Windows logo key Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously Battery Item Vendor & model name Battery Type Pack capacity Number of battery cell Package configuration Specification 3 Three on...
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... finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash. The process will execute the file automatically. Execute "wincris.exe" 3. Insert the Crisis diskette to the notebook under Windows mode. 2. Wait for few minutes the system will reboot as the entire process completed. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely...
... finish BIOS flash, you use the Phlash. The process will execute the file automatically. Execute "wincris.exe" 3. Insert the Crisis diskette to the notebook under Windows mode. 2. Wait for few minutes the system will reboot as the entire process completed. BIOS Flash Utility The BIOS flash memory update is not completely...
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... or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is required. Replace the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window. If the error still remains: 1. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one label attached to FDD Test. 3. Replace the ... that the CD-ROM does not have more than one at a time to select the test device: 1. Follow the instructions in the message window. Boot from the keyboard is passed when the program runs to it . Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. If the keyboard...
... or Auxiliary Input Device Check Remove the external keyboard if the internal keyboard is required. Replace the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window. If the error still remains: 1. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one label attached to FDD Test. 3. Replace the ... that the CD-ROM does not have more than one at a time to select the test device: 1. Follow the instructions in the message window. Boot from the keyboard is passed when the program runs to it . Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. If the keyboard...
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... test items. 3. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Press F2 in the message window. Remove the battery pack. 2. A loose connection can cause an error. then check that the DIMM is supplied. 3. If any of the following list: T "Check the...
... test items. 3. Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system. 1. Press F2 in the message window. Remove the battery pack. 2. A loose connection can cause an error. then check that the DIMM is supplied. 3. If any of the following list: T "Check the...
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... will not enter hibernation The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from hibernation mode. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action...
... will not enter hibernation The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound comes from hibernation mode. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action...
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... "Serial Port" in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly...
... "Serial Port" in the Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Internal modem does not work correctly...
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... readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to... and/or contrast to a comfortable level for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as open windows, for extended periods of cardboard extended from drying out. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level ...
... readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to... and/or contrast to a comfortable level for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as open windows, for extended periods of cardboard extended from drying out. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level ...
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... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer...
... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer...
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... keyboard 27 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 27 Windows keys 28 Hotkeys 28 Special keys 30 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 31 Using a computer security lock 31 Audio 32 Adjusting the volume 32 Using the system utilities 33 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 33 Launch Manager 34 Norton...
... keyboard 27 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 27 Windows keys 28 Hotkeys 28 Special keys 30 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 31 Using a computer security lock 31 Audio 32 Adjusting the volume 32 Using the system utilities 33 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 33 Launch Manager 34 Norton...
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It provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly. releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options: • Memory optimization - Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer computer.
It provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly. releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options: • Memory optimization - Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer computer.
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Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer. Empowering Technology 7 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status.
Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer. Empowering Technology 7 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status.
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Empowering Technology 9 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. • Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Management. For additional options, click "Settings" to: • Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to the panel in the upper half of the window..
Empowering Technology 9 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. • Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Management. For additional options, click "Settings" to: • Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to the panel in the upper half of the window..
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...DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules • 15.4" WXGA high-brightness Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ • 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 pixel resolution • ATI ...Radeon® Xpress 200M integrated 3D graphics with Windows® XP installed, and can be upgraded to 256 MB ...
...DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules • 15.4" WXGA high-brightness Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ • 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 pixel resolution • ATI ...Radeon® Xpress 200M integrated 3D graphics with Windows® XP installed, and can be upgraded to 256 MB ...