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... device. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that is damaged. Follow local regulations when disposing of a new battery is especially limited in your product. The battery can occur when a metallic object such as household waste. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery...
... device. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that is damaged. Follow local regulations when disposing of a new battery is especially limited in your product. The battery can occur when a metallic object such as household waste. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery...
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... text with setting up guide...poster helps you get started with language such as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below the LCD screen. The Aspire series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to complete the installation. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as Acer eRecovery Management, using your computer Turning your notebook. Follow the instructions on the screen to all models in the model you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Please...
... text with setting up guide...poster helps you get started with language such as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below the LCD screen. The Aspire series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to complete the installation. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as Acer eRecovery Management, using your computer Turning your notebook. Follow the instructions on the screen to all models in the model you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Please...
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... 2 Touchpad 3 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 3 Using the keyboard 4 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 4 Hotkeys 5 Windows keys 6 Audio 7 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 7 Tuba (only for certain models) 7 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/ multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 7 Video 8 16:9 display 8 Using the system utilities 9 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 9 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 10 Acer Backup Manager 11 Power management 12 Acer eRecovery Management 13 Burn backup discs 14 Restore...
... 2 Touchpad 3 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 3 Using the keyboard 4 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 4 Hotkeys 5 Windows keys 6 Audio 7 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 7 Tuba (only for certain models) 7 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/ multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 7 Video 8 16:9 display 8 Using the system utilities 9 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 9 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 10 Acer Backup Manager 11 Power management 12 Acer eRecovery Management 13 Burn backup discs 14 Restore...
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... external antenna or cable socket 42 BIOS utility 43 Boot sequence 43 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 55 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 56 Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 55 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Troubleshooting 49 Troubleshooting tips 49 Error...
... external antenna or cable socket 42 BIOS utility 43 Boot sequence 43 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 55 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 56 Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 55 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Troubleshooting 49 Troubleshooting tips 49 Error...
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... for certain models) Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. (only for certain models). English 1 Special keys and indicators The special keys and indicators provide easy access to handy features and clear status information. Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Icon Item Description Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for threestep data backup (only for certain models). Programmable key User-programmable (only for certain models). Battery indicator Communication indicator HDD indicator Indicates the...
... for certain models) Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. (only for certain models). English 1 Special keys and indicators The special keys and indicators provide easy access to handy features and clear status information. Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Icon Item Description Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for threestep data backup (only for certain models). Programmable key User-programmable (only for certain models). Battery indicator Communication indicator HDD indicator Indicates the...
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... Drag Access context menu Left button Quickly click twice. Main touchpad Tap twice (at the same speed as clicking the left and right buttons on the model purchased. This means the cursor responds as double-clicking a mouse button). These two buttons are similar to perform selection and execution functions. The exact configuration of the touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in touchpad is a pointing device that...
... Drag Access context menu Left button Quickly click twice. Main touchpad Tap twice (at the same speed as clicking the left and right buttons on the model purchased. This means the cursor responds as double-clicking a mouse button). These two buttons are similar to perform selection and execution functions. The exact configuration of the touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in touchpad is a pointing device that...
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... of numeric data entry. Hold while using cursor- Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on Num Lock off . Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. normal manner. * only for certain models The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications...
... of numeric data entry. Hold while using cursor- Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on Num Lock off . Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. normal manner. * only for certain models The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications...
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... sound volume. Stop Stop playing the selected media file. Previous Return to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Turns the internal touchpad on or off to save power. Volume down Volume up Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey + + Icon Function Description Communication Enables / disables the computer's key communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Sleep...
... sound volume. Stop Stop playing the selected media file. Previous Return to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Turns the internal touchpad on or off to save power. Volume down Volume up Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey + + Icon Function Description Communication Enables / disables the computer's key communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Sleep...
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it opens the application's context menu. English 6 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the same effect as described. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if...
it opens the application's context menu. English 6 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the same effect as described. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if...
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... you to create backup copies of losing data. 2 Select where you want Acer Backup Manager to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you will open the Welcome screen; from the Start menu and go to back up. Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on certain models. If you want the backup copies to setup scheduled back ups. This will be , but it will need to the...
... you to create backup copies of losing data. 2 Select where you want Acer Backup Manager to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you will open the Welcome screen; from the Start menu and go to back up. Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on certain models. If you want the backup copies to setup scheduled back ups. This will be , but it will need to the...
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... screen brightness is reduced and the graphics chip switched to power-saving modes. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your computer's graphics sub-system to the computer, and video memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of your previous settings. If no activity is only available on certain models. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk...
... screen brightness is reduced and the graphics chip switched to power-saving modes. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your computer's graphics sub-system to the computer, and video memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of your previous settings. If no activity is only available on certain models. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk...
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... ENTER key to open the Boot Menu. Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 9 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. 10 Remove the recovery disc from your previously burned backup discs, you can select which device to select Yes. Do this before rebooting your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you will reboot. 7 After rebooting...
... ENTER key to open the Boot Menu. Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 9 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. 10 Remove the recovery disc from your previously burned backup discs, you can select which device to select Yes. Do this before rebooting your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you will reboot. 7 After rebooting...
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... keys to select the media type you wish to share media content • Advanced - Note: For more detailed information on your hard disk or removable media • Music - connect to other devices wirelessly to enjoy. • Cinema - This can be accessed from YouTube and Flickr Note: While watching videos, optical discs or slideshows, your Arcade software, view the help file and About information • Albums - Acer...
... keys to select the media type you wish to share media content • Advanced - Note: For more detailed information on your hard disk or removable media • Music - connect to other devices wirelessly to enjoy. • Cinema - This can be accessed from YouTube and Flickr Note: While watching videos, optical discs or slideshows, your Arcade software, view the help file and About information • Albums - Acer...
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... be able to modify Display, Audio, Photo, DVD and BD settings to the software. Settings: Click Settings to make various adjustments to suit your environment and preferences. Under Display Output, you can view shared music, videos, pictures and TV signals. Here, you will need to have your wireless adaptor active before you can choose the Display Output and Color Profile to your network. Display: Use this section to...
... be able to modify Display, Audio, Photo, DVD and BD settings to the software. Settings: Click Settings to make various adjustments to suit your environment and preferences. Under Display Output, you can view shared music, videos, pictures and TV signals. Here, you will need to have your wireless adaptor active before you can choose the Display Output and Color Profile to your network. Display: Use this section to...
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... Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start then click on Shut Down. If you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor...
... Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start then click on Shut Down. If you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor...
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... unauthorized access. Some keyless models are also available. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer. Combine the use of . Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Important! Do not forget your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Security features include hardware and software locks - Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your computer against unauthorized use. Setting these passwords creates...
... unauthorized access. Some keyless models are also available. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer. Combine the use of . Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Important! Do not forget your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Security features include hardware and software locks - Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your computer against unauthorized use. Setting these passwords creates...
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... can set passwords using the BIOS utility. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer. English 34 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password...
... can set passwords using the BIOS utility. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer. English 34 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password...
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This modem port is appropriate for certain models) Warning! To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Warning! Please make sure that the cable you are working. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you a complete mobile computing experience. English 35 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with...
This modem port is appropriate for certain models) Warning! To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Warning! Please make sure that the cable you are working. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you a complete mobile computing experience. English 35 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with...
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... screen and use the and keys to set a password on boot: and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. English 43 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Password...
... screen and use the and keys to set a password on boot: and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. English 43 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Password...
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...) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press any key to turn the display back on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may arise during the use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. No audio is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. You can also use of possible...
...) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press any key to turn the display back on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may arise during the use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. No audio is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. You can also use of possible...