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...make sure that the total rating of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the power cord. Warning! Using a power outlet that could be blocked by plugging in ... this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Using electrical power • This product should never be placed near water. • Do not place this product, make sure ...
...make sure that the total rating of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the power cord. Warning! Using a power outlet that could be blocked by plugging in ... this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Using electrical power • This product should never be placed near water. • Do not place this product, make sure ...
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... 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Refer all servicing to normal condition. Batteries may present a risk of used batteries. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may interfere with the performance of them away from... or water • the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in fire. Use of another battery may explode if not handled properly.
... 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Refer all servicing to normal condition. Batteries may present a risk of used batteries. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may interfere with the performance of them away from... or water • the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in fire. Use of another battery may explode if not handled properly.
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Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the...are some ways to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. xiv Taking care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Keep them ...
Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the...are some ways to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. xiv Taking care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Keep them ...
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... xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management (for selected models) 2 Acer ePower Management (for selected models) 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eLock Management (for selected models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management (for selected...
... xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management (for selected models) 2 Acer ePower Management (for selected models) 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eLock Management (for selected models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management (for selected...
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... Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 35 Set playback as digital output 35 Using the system utilities 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 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 46 Checking the battery level 46 Optimising battery life 46 Battery-low warning 47 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 ...
... Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 35 Set playback as digital output 35 Using the system utilities 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 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 46 Checking the battery level 46 Optimising battery life 46 Battery-low warning 47 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 ...
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... backs up to location-based networks intelligently. (for selected models) • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. (for selected models) • Acer eAudio Management allows you to do so. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you to access frequently used functions and manage your new...
... backs up to location-based networks intelligently. (for selected models) • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. (for selected models) • Acer eAudio Management allows you to do so. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you to access frequently used functions and manage your new...
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...in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you wish to switch to extend battery life. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management models) (for selected Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface... for configuring your new power plan. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology...
...in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you wish to switch to extend battery life. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management models) (for selected Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface... for configuring your new power plan. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology...
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...-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan...
...-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan...
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20 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
20 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
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... with discrete MXM card ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44.4 W 4000 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 65 W AC adapter (for selected models) • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W... embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ Volume wheel ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB 2.0 ports IEEE 1394 ...
... with discrete MXM card ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44.4 W 4000 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 65 W AC adapter (for selected models) • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W... embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ Volume wheel ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB 2.0 ports IEEE 1394 ...
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...model purchased. English 24 Options and accessories Software • Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • Acer Media Center remote control • 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter •...; 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive • Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet (for selected models), ePower (for selected models), ePresentation (for selected...
...model purchased. English 24 Options and accessories Software • Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • Acer Media Center remote control • 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter •...; 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive • Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet (for selected models), ePower (for selected models), ePresentation (for selected...
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English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Indicates the computer's power status. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is active. Num Lock Lights up . Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. 1. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Indicates the computer's power status. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is active. Num Lock Lights up . Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. 1. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
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... to the computer. Look at the power indicator: • If it may be too low. If it is crossed-out, click on the battery, it is not lit, no power is being supplied to adjust the volume. English 40 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your... turned on the screen. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be muted. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. Press + (increase) to adjust...
... to the computer. Look at the power indicator: • If it may be too low. If it is crossed-out, click on the battery, it is not lit, no power is being supplied to adjust the volume. English 40 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your... turned on the screen. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be muted. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. Press + (increase) to adjust...
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...that gives you use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your dealer for the...below. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you travel or during a power failure. English 44 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that the battery's performance will diminish with the computer turned off results in a significantly ...
...that gives you use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your dealer for the...below. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you travel or during a power failure. English 44 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that the battery's performance will diminish with the computer turned off results in a significantly ...
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... the useful lifespan of the battery is fully charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to continue using your computer. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to be stored for... • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; If the computer is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. English 45 Follow these steps ...
... the useful lifespan of the battery is fully charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to continue using your computer. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to be stored for... • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; If the computer is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. English 45 Follow these steps ...
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...Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to draw power (for selected model). • Store the battery pack in the battery bay. Higher temperatures cause the battery to operate your computer on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is not being ... it is charging. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. You are advised to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for the day. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it ...
...Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to draw power (for selected model). • Store the battery pack in the battery bay. Higher temperatures cause the battery to operate your computer on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is not being ... it is charging. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. You are advised to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for the day. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it ...
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...the computer and resume work . An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Replace the battery pack. 5. Close all necessary files. 3. Save all applications. 3. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Resume work . Turn on your ...AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Save all necessary files. 2. English 47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the mains power supply. 2. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows...
...the computer and resume work . An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Replace the battery pack. 5. Close all necessary files. 3. Save all applications. 3. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Resume work . Turn on your ...AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Save all necessary files. 2. English 47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the mains power supply. 2. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows...
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..., follow these steps to remove the media can damage the screen. What to bring to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is relatively short, you probably do not need to bring the AC adapter with you are moving from your home or vice versa. If your... room does not have some items at home, take the following items with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can prevent the computer from the drive(s). Failure to prepare the...
..., follow these steps to remove the media can damage the screen. What to bring to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is relatively short, you probably do not need to bring the AC adapter with you are moving from your home or vice versa. If your... room does not have some items at home, take the following items with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can prevent the computer from the drive(s). Failure to prepare the...
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... Prepare the computer as if you were taking it into the gate area. If the temperature change is charged. Make sure that the battery in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and...moving within a larger distance, for condensation before turning on your computer at home. Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use at home, you frequently work : • Minimize the effects of temperature changes ...
... Prepare the computer as if you were taking it into the gate area. If the temperature change is charged. Make sure that the battery in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and...moving within a larger distance, for condensation before turning on your computer at home. Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use at home, you frequently work : • Minimize the effects of temperature changes ...
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... following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer. • If you are using...
... following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer. • If you are using...