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...used herein for a particular purpose. All Rights Reserved. Such changes will be incorporated in this publication without the prior written permission of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5720G/5720...periodically to the information in new editions of purchase: _____ Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to notify any person of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5720G/5720 Series Notebook PC Model number: _____ Serial number: _____...
...used herein for a particular purpose. All Rights Reserved. Such changes will be incorporated in this publication without the prior written permission of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5720G/5720...periodically to the information in new editions of purchase: _____ Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to notify any person of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5720G/5720 Series Notebook PC Model number: _____ Serial number: _____...
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...wall outlet before removing the power supply unit from the electrical outlet. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this document for future reference. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you . CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing, ...cleaners. Do not listen to block out noisy surroundings. CAUTION for plug as possible. Unplug the power cord before cleaning. Do not use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following ...
...wall outlet before removing the power supply unit from the electrical outlet. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this document for future reference. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you . CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing, ...cleaners. Do not listen to block out noisy surroundings. CAUTION for plug as possible. Unplug the power cord before cleaning. Do not use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following ...
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...your dealer or local power company. Do not place this product through cabinet slots as they may result in too many devices. Never use 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 be operated from overheating. If power strips are not sure of the type of power available, consult your...
...your dealer or local power company. Do not place this product through cabinet slots as they may result in too many devices. Never use 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 be operated from overheating. If power strips are not sure of the type of power available, consult your...
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...125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. If you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. If the battery leaks and you to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that are covered by the ...operating instructions, since improper adjustment of this product. • Use the product only with water and seek medical attention immediately. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from unexpected noise...
...125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. If you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. If the battery leaks and you to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that are covered by the ...operating instructions, since improper adjustment of this product. • Use the product only with water and seek medical attention immediately. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from unexpected noise...
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...batteries according to turn off your pocket or purse. Replace the battery with the same type as that is fully charged. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with a hot or cold battery may explode. Batteries may cause interference or .... Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. or where blasting operations are often, but it may also explode if damaged. Warning! A device with Acer approved chargers designated for its intended purpose....
...batteries according to turn off your pocket or purse. Replace the battery with the same type as that is fully charged. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with a hot or cold battery may explode. Batteries may cause interference or .... Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. or where blasting operations are often, but it may also explode if damaged. Warning! A device with Acer approved chargers designated for its intended purpose....
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... with the functionality of small children. vii Telephone line safety • • Disconnect all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using equipment that the above -stated distance from your body. For safety reasons, turn off your laptop under the following conditions. To...equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Metallic materials may be delayed until the transmission is prohibited or when it and its use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Operating environment Warning! Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media...
... with the functionality of small children. vii Telephone line safety • • Disconnect all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using equipment that the above -stated distance from your body. For safety reasons, turn off your laptop under the following conditions. To...equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Metallic materials may be delayed until the transmission is prohibited or when it and its use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Operating environment Warning! Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media...
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...such as near your vehicle or any equipment that air bags inflate with the pacemaker. They include below deck on the use of wireless teledevices in the same compartment as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed... off your device before boarding an aircraft. Vehicles RF signals may apply to avoid potential interference with great force. The use of Wireless Technology Research. Some digital wireless devices may be dangerous and may invalidate any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere...
...such as near your vehicle or any equipment that air bags inflate with the pacemaker. They include below deck on the use of wireless teledevices in the same compartment as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed... off your device before boarding an aircraft. Vehicles RF signals may apply to avoid potential interference with great force. The use of Wireless Technology Research. Some digital wireless devices may be dangerous and may invalidate any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere...
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... gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. This product has been shipped enabled for comfortable use Computer users may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. Long work periods, bad posture, ... management: Activate display' Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Incorrect computer usage may complain of all electricity used to power home electronics is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to...
... gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. This product has been shipped enabled for comfortable use Computer users may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. Long work periods, bad posture, ... management: Activate display' Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Incorrect computer usage may complain of all electricity used to power home electronics is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to...
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...in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds using a task light changing the display's viewing angle using a glare-reduction filter using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to reduce eyestrain. Give your eyes regular breaks by ...at the middle of time. xi Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a display visor, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. Eyes • • • Rest your eyes frequently...
...in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds using a task light changing the display's viewing angle using a glare-reduction filter using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to reduce eyestrain. Give your eyes regular breaks by ...at the middle of time. xi Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a display visor, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. Eyes • • • Rest your eyes frequently...
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...stretching exercises. xii Developing good work habits Develop the following work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 86 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Warning! Note: For more information, please refer to make your computer... use more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • • • Perform some stretching exercises. Exercise regularly and maintain a...
...stretching exercises. xii Developing good work habits Develop the following work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 86 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Warning! Note: For more information, please refer to make your computer... use more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • • • Perform some stretching exercises. Exercise regularly and maintain a...
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...on your new computer. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for the location of the power button. For more productive, please refer to the basic features and functions of guides: First... on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Your guides To help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. For instructions on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer, clicking on your computer can help you to ...
...on your new computer. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for the location of the power button. For more productive, please refer to the basic features and functions of guides: First... on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Your guides To help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. For instructions on how to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer, clicking on your computer can help you to ...
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... will serve you well if you take care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Do not slam the computer display when you are some ways to take care of the... computer. Use the power button then click on top of it . Do not place it . Do not expose...near sources of the cord if you close it . The total ampere ratings of the following: • • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start Shut Down. Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields. xiv To turn...
... will serve you well if you take care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Do not slam the computer display when you are some ways to take care of the... computer. Use the power button then click on top of it . Do not place it . Do not expose...near sources of the cord if you close it . The total ampere ratings of the following: • • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start Shut Down. Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields. xiv To turn...
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...dropped or the body has been damaged; Do not tamper with batteries. Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. Disconnect the AC adapter. Keep them away from children. Use a soft, moist cloth. the computer does not operate normally If either of ...kind as replacements. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 2 3 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. xv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • •...
...dropped or the body has been damaged; Do not tamper with batteries. Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 40. Disconnect the AC adapter. Keep them away from children. Use a soft, moist cloth. the computer does not operate normally If either of ...kind as replacements. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 2 3 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. xv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • •...
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...using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Empowering Technology password Acer eNet Management Acer ePower Management Acer eAudio Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer... viii viii ix ix x Acer Empowering Technology xiii xiii xiii xiv xiv xv xv 1 Your Acer notebook tour 15 1 2 4 6 7 8 9 11 13 14 Specifications Indicators Easy-launch buttons Touchpad Using the keyboard Lock keys and...
...using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Empowering Technology password Acer eNet Management Acer ePower Management Acer eAudio Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer... viii viii ix ix x Acer Empowering Technology xiii xiii xiii xiv xiv xv xv 1 Your Acer notebook tour 15 1 2 4 6 7 8 9 11 13 14 Specifications Indicators Easy-launch buttons Touchpad Using the keyboard Lock keys and...
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Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Set playback as digital output Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Launch Manager Norton Internet Security Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Before you call Battery ... functionality Recorded TV Special keys 33 33 34 34 35 35 37 38 39 43 43 43 32 Using the system utilities 37 Frequently asked questions 40 Battery pack 44 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 44 44 45 46 46 46 47 49 49 50 50 50 51...
Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Set playback as digital output Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Launch Manager Norton Internet Security Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Before you call Battery ... functionality Recorded TV Special keys 33 33 34 34 35 35 37 38 39 43 43 43 32 Using the system utilities 37 Frequently asked questions 40 Battery pack 44 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 44 44 45 46 46 46 47 49 49 50 50 50 51...
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Acer Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) Scheduling recordings Program guide Find program TV settings Using TeleText functions 57 57 57 57 58 60 60 61 62 63 63 63 63 64 64 Taking your notebook PC with ...Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Remote control (for selected models) Remote functions Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe VideoMagician TV Joy (selected models only) SportsCap (selected models only) DV Wizard ...
Acer Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) Scheduling recordings Program guide Find program TV settings Using TeleText functions 57 57 57 57 58 60 60 61 62 63 63 63 63 64 64 Taking your notebook PC with ...Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Remote control (for selected models) Remote functions Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe VideoMagician TV Joy (selected models only) SportsCap (selected models only) DV Wizard ...
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Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting tips Error messages Installing memory Connecting your TV and AV-in cables (for selected models) BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies 75 76 79 79 79 79 80 80 81...
Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting tips Error messages Installing memory Connecting your TV and AV-in cables (for selected models) BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies 75 76 79 79 79 79 80 80 81...
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... have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management, you must initialize the Empowering Technology password. Displayed by reformatting your password! Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you will be asked to create it...
... have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management, you must initialize the Empowering Technology password. Displayed by reformatting your password! Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you will be asked to create it...
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... a power plan allows you wish to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. 4 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your customized plan on /off system components...
... a power plan allows you wish to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. 4 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your customized plan on /off system components...
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Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. to the panel in 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. Empowering Technology To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings. 5 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 2 Select the power plan you are currently using.
Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. to the panel in 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. Empowering Technology To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings. 5 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 2 Select the power plan you are currently using.