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... load must not be blocked by plugging in too many devices. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. The openings should never be placed near water. •... place this product on the cord. • If an extension cord is equipped with this product, make sure that could be operated from lithium battery pack. Never spill liquid of internal components and to rest on the marking label. Also, make sure that is provided. • Never push ...
... load must not be blocked by plugging in too many devices. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. The openings should never be placed near water. •... place this product on the cord. • If an extension cord is equipped with this product, make sure that could be operated from lithium battery pack. Never spill liquid of internal components and to rest on the marking label. Also, make sure that is provided. • Never push ...
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... and to prolong the lifetime of other nearby electrical devices that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by other controls may result in performance, indicating a need to qualified service personnel. Do not... from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set ...
... and to prolong the lifetime of other nearby electrical devices that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by other controls may result in performance, indicating a need to qualified service personnel. Do not... from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set ...
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... notebook on the use of radio equipment in such areas could affect performance. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with Acer approved chargers designated for example, when you would normally be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places, such as that is prohibited or when...
... notebook on the use of radio equipment in such areas could affect performance. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with Acer approved chargers designated for example, when you would normally be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places, such as that is prohibited or when...
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...computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off the ...the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. xv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to local regulations. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has...
...computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off the ...the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. xv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to local regulations. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has...
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... your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front...
... your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front...
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... Dolby 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 Norton Internet Security 39 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 ...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 ...
... Dolby 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 Norton Internet Security 39 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 ...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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... and encryption. (for you to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eAudio Management allows you to do so. Actual product specifications may vary. • Acer eNet Management hooks up and recovers data flexibly, reliably...
... and encryption. (for you to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eAudio Management allows you to do so. Actual product specifications may vary. • Acer eNet Management hooks up and recovers data flexibly, reliably...
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...5 Click "OK" to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can also turn on . 4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you to edit...new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select...
...5 Click "OK" to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can also turn on . 4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you to edit...new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select...
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Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings.
Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings.
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. English 20 Base view 1 2 6 3 4 5 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 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. English 20 Base view 1 2 6 3 4 5 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
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... power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44.4 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adaptor (for selected models) • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge™ technology: (for selected models) •... (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager Acer Media Center remote control 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive
... power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44.4 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adaptor (for selected models) • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge™ technology: (for selected models) •... (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager Acer Media Center remote control 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive
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Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is closed up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. Lights up . Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. 1. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is closed up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. Lights up . Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is activated. 1. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
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... mode. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it may be muted. See "Left view" on . Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to adjust the volume. Press any key to turn the display back on the icon and deselect... The following : • If you are provided for more detail. Press + (increase) to power the computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the battery, it is not lit, no power is lit, check the following : • The volume may be too low. Remove or replace it is a list of...
... mode. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it may be muted. See "Left view" on . Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to adjust the volume. Press any key to turn the display back on the icon and deselect... The following : • If you are provided for more detail. Press + (increase) to power the computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the battery, it is not lit, no power is lit, check the following : • The volume may be too low. Remove or replace it is a list of...
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... Before you travel or during a power failure. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your battery's life, you long use . Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. Your computer supports charge-in-use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using...
... Before you travel or during a power failure. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your battery's life, you long use . Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. Your computer supports charge-in-use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using...
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...If you are advised to accept the maximum possible charge. If the computer is fully charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to remove the battery pack after it will enter first, and that the top surface of about 300 charges. In addition, the useful lifespan of its ...condition your computer. make sure that the end with the contacts will reach the end of the battery is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Use this procedure will prevent you are advised to ...
...If you are advised to accept the maximum possible charge. If the computer is fully charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to remove the battery pack after it will enter first, and that the top surface of about 300 charges. In addition, the useful lifespan of its ...condition your computer. make sure that the end with the contacts will reach the end of the battery is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Use this procedure will prevent you are advised to ...
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... can continue to operate your AC adapter and battery. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. You are advised to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving..., as it is 10°C (50°F) to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Higher temperatures cause the battery to a mains power outlet. English 46 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to 30°C (86°F). The recommended temperature is...
... can continue to operate your AC adapter and battery. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. You are advised to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving..., as it is 10°C (50°F) to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Higher temperatures cause the battery to a mains power outlet. English 46 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to 30°C (86°F). The recommended temperature is...
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... into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Turn off the computer if you want to ... computer shuts down. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. 4. Close all necessary files. 2. Replace the battery pack. 5. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Close all applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. English Warning: Connect the AC...
... into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Turn off the computer if you want to ... computer shuts down. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. 4. Close all necessary files. 2. Replace the battery pack. 5. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Close all applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. English Warning: Connect the AC...
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... removed all media and compact disks from your office to bring anything with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to ...release the power button to plug in your computer. Caution: Avoid packing items next to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you other than your computer in the meeting room does not have some items at home, take the following items with...
... removed all media and compact disks from your office to bring anything with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to ...release the power button to plug in your computer. Caution: Avoid packing items next to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you other than your computer in the meeting room does not have some items at home, take the following items with...
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...you can cause condensation. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it into the gate area. Make sure that the battery in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Airport security may want to use at home. If possible, leave the computer... office building or traveling locally. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. If you use your computer at home ...
...you can cause condensation. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it into the gate area. Make sure that the battery in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Airport security may want to use at home. If possible, leave the computer... office building or traveling locally. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. If you use your computer at home ...
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... is compatible with the computer. If not, purchase a power cord that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are traveling in another printer • Proof of the country you are using the modem, check if...
... is compatible with the computer. If not, purchase a power cord that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are traveling in another printer • Proof of the country you are using the modem, check if...